Obituaries

Obituaries for the Kern County, CA Area

Anthony Alire Sanchez

Anthony Alire Sanchez

Feb 28, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Anthony Alire Sanchez, who left us on February 28, 2025, at the age of 58. He was a beloved father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend whose prayers, faith, and love touched the lives of many.

Anthony was born on March 12, 1966, in Bakersfield, California, to Frank and Diane Sanchez....

Richard D. Ussery

Richard D. Ussery

Feb 25, 2025

Richard Ussery, age 53, passed away on February 25, 2025. He was born on October 25, 1971, in Bakersfield, CA, to Loyd and Virginia Ussery.

Richard grew up in Bakersfield and graduated from North High School in 1990. After high school, he attended California State University, Bakersfield, where he played soccer, one of the great loves of his life, and studied...

Joe Anthony Camarena

Joe Anthony Camarena

Feb 24, 2025

Joe “Anthony” Camarena went to be with the Lord on the 24th of February 2025 at age 41. He was born to mother Leticia Bazaldua and father Tony Camarena.

Joe spent his younger years in Arvin, CA where he also attended school. When he became a young man, he moved to Seguin, TX and made more family as he got here!...

Gilbert Omar Toro

Gilbert Omar Toro

Feb 22, 2025

In Loving Memory of Gilbert, a beloved son, father, and brother. He was a kind and thoughtful person who always brought laughter and joy to those around him. His generous heart and willingness to help others made a lasting impact on everyone who knew him.

Though he is no longer with us, his love and memories will live on in our...

Charles Edward Wilson

Charles Edward Wilson

Feb 20, 2025

In Loving Memory of 

Charles Edward Wilson

 May 23, 1926 – February 20, 2025

 With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Charles Edward Wilson, a devoted husband, loving father, proud grandfather, and a man of remarkable achievements. Born in Union City, New Jersey, to James Wilson and Mary Fischetti, Charlie lived a life defined by service, ingenuity, and a deep love for...

Johnny Duran

Johnny Duran

Feb 19, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Johnny Jr. Duran, beloved partner, son, father, brother, grandfather, uncle, father in law and friend to many. On February 19th 2025 at the age of 62 he passed. He was born in Bakersfield CA May 30th 1962, moved and lived in LA for some of his childhood, later moved...

Beverly Jo Durrett- Rodriguez

Beverly Jo Durrett- Rodriguez

Feb 15, 2025

Beverly was born in Lindsey, CA, to Bobby and Mary Durrett. She later moved to Bakersfield, CA, where she was raised and attended North High School, graduating with her class. She became bilingual, learning Spanish, and worked as a transcriber for the Kern County Courts. Later, she worked at the Kern County Department of Human Services and then Surface Pumps...

David Ray Preston

David Ray Preston

Feb 12, 2025

David Ray Preston February 21, 1958 – February 12, 2025

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of David Ray Preston. A devoted husband, father, and Papa. Dave's love and kindness touched everyone who had the privilege of knowing him.

Dave is survived by his loving wife of 35 years, Barbara, whom he loved immensely, his daughter Ashley, and his son Christopher,...

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