Funeral Home She was devoted to her Christian faith. He always made children smile and always had something sweet in his pocket for them. She was born Nov. 11, 1950, in Fillmore, a daughter of the late Francis and Margaret Eldridge Mishic. While living in Van Nuys they had four more children. Click or call (800) 729-8809. He was never too tired to spend time with us at the dinner table. They lived in Fillmore and Ventura until 1994 when they moved to Texas and continued their endeavors and adventures up to the day of his passing. He bowled eight 300 games and two 800 series and was admitted into the International Bowling Hall of Fame in 1997. Suggestion Box | Virginia will be remembered by her family for her love of Chumash Casino. With hearts heavy the family sat in vigil by her side as she was called home to join her husband Arthur Art Chessani, lost only 2 years earlier on Fathers Day 2020. Upon returning home, he met Wanda, his soul mate and wife of 67 years. She was well travelled having visited six continents. She was 92 years old. Family and friends are invited to attend the viewing on Tuesday, March 29th, 2022 at 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at Hillcrest Memorial Park and Mortuary, located at 9101 Kern Canyon Road, Bakersfield, CA 93306. Throughout their lives together, Douglas and Verlee enjoyed hosting get-togethers in their home with loved ones. His faith and love for God helped him during the hardest of times before his passing. That is what our King Christ Jesus made possible when he gave his life as a ransom sacrifice. Some of our dads (Papa's) greatest joys were taking friends out to eat, flying small planes, meeting new people, fishing, traveling, and telling anyone about the Good News whenever he could bring it into the conversation. She was 90 years old. Chili verde was her favorite requested dish though she had many family recipes that she often baked. Memories can ease the pain, but nothing can replace that void. He loved spending time on the ocean fishing, regardless of the fact that he usually got seasick. His remaining family members will miss him very much. Sally was the youngest daughter born to John and Juanita (Jenny) Alvary of Piru California on November 13th, 1964, and grew up there with her brothers and sisters. All Rights Reserved. Thank you to our dear family and friends for your love and support during this difficult time. In the interim she progressed to a supervisor with the phone company and, eventually, to a management career in banking at Ramona Savings and Loan, where she worked from 1953 until her retirement in 1990. She attended both Piru and Fillmore schools, graduating from Fillmore High in the class of 82. She was born on September Read More, FILLMORE - Suann M. Beil, of 6269 County Road 4, passed away Friday (Jan. 6, 2023) in Olean General Hospital. Your heart is torn, but they are resting. Featuring obituaries, tributes, in memory of and death notices in Eastern Iowa. He was so proud when the kids did well at the county fair with one of his pigs. Virginia was always ready for a road trip and would never miss the opportunity to travel for the games and sporting events of her children, grandchildren, and nieces & nephews. Additional thankfulness to Michelle Dore, RN and the staff at TLC Hospice. The family extends our highest praise and infinite gratitude to Helens devoted caregivers, Bing Compendia and Beth Ilano. Surviving are his Read More, Centerville --- Esther D. Byler of 8281 Ballard Road passed away on Sunday, January 29, 2023 in her home. He was born on Sept. 7, 1926, in Short Tract, a son of the late Wayne and Gladys Smith Sylor. Marilyn fought hard until the end. Thelma loved piecing and quilting quilts, tending to her plants and flowers, fishing and cooking. He was dearly loved by all his family and acquaintances. He loved everyone whom he worked with. She enjoyed gardening, decorating, home improvements, working with Jack on eBay, doing her work with the Fillmore Womens Club, and putting on fabulous dinners for her family. She always made sure everybody had enough to eat and some to take home for later. On Sept. 20, 1958, she married Floyd Edward Read More, Donna Lee Hess HOUGHTON - Donna Lee Hess, of 7331 Campus Heights, went home to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Tuesday (Oct. 18, 2022) in Wyoming County Community Hospital, Warsaw. Echovita Inc is a registered trademark. Burial was on March 18, 2022 at the Veterans Cemetery in Houston, Texas. Local obituaries for Fillmore, Utah 30 Results Monday, January 23, 2023 Add Photos Add a Memory Charles Edward DeGraffenried Jr. Charles Edward DeGraffenried Jr. was born on October 1, 1943 to. Steve is preceded in death by his brother, Jeffrey Curtis Acosta, father, Alfred Andrew Acosta, grandmother, Lupe Dominguez, and grandfather, Fermin Ramirez. Allen is survived by his wife Sandra Lynn Horn, his son Todd Horn and his wife Lori, his daughter Cheri Horn Harp and her husband Brian. He married Read More, Robert L. Ferrin PIKE --- Robert L. Ferrin of 6874 Albro Road passed away with his family by his side on Wednesday, September 21, 2022 in his home. Advertising She went on to obtain a teaching credential at University of California, Santa Barbara. A full obituary Read More, Fillmore --- Tamara "Tammy" Kay Leisten of Fillmore and a former resident of Rochester passed away on Monday, December 5, 2022 in her home surrounded Read More, Hume---Marilyn B. He did well in school, attending academically challenging Loyola High School in Los Angeles as a boarder. He joined his many loved ones already there. Helens mother was Lilian May Abreu (nee Sherard). Sally enjoyed gardening and tending to her roses, Sunday drives to the Santa Barbara pier for ice cream, Friday night date night with her husband and camping at the beach on the Rincon to name just a few. Dad had a photographic memory. She began working at the Fillmore Theater while in high school, ushering guests to their seats while her father ran the projector. Mothers Day will forever be marked in the hearts of those who knew and loved Virginia Chessani; not only for the loss that it now symbolizes, but for the tribute it has always paid to the mother and grandmother that Virginia was in her lifetime. She was preceded in death by her husband, Douglas Duckett, and sister, Eileen Rose. When someone you love dies it is so common to hear countless expressions that are meant to ease the terrible pain and void left in your heart. Besides her parents, Helen was preceded in death by her beloved stepfather, Basil Disney, as well as her son, James, and five brothers: Herbert, Patrick, Tony, Derek and David. I am glad that God made me the way I am. She devoted herself to them. Bill was also affiliated with the Masons of California over 53 years in Fillmore; Santa Paula; and Sacramento area. She was born on June 17, 1942, in Olean, a daughter of the late Edward and Margaret Swift Mountain. Mark Your Calendars! She lived Read More, Marcella J. Cartwright WAYLAND - Marcella J. Cartwright, of 8919 Story Road, passed away Wedne-sday (Nov. 16, 2022) in Noyes Memorial Hospital, Dansville. Their life together was filled with much love and adventure. Many pawprints graced both home and hearts because of Janices love of pets. Subscribe | Few recognized his accomplishments because of his quiet, retiring personality, never asking for anything, always generous with what he had to give. He was born on November Read More, Hume --- Donald Thomas of Hume died Sunday, December 25, 2022 at The Pines Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Machias, NY. She had many wonderful students and colleagues who became dear friends. Now God has a new angel by his side. She was born Feb. 1, 1929, in Dalton, a daughter of the late Lester and Grace Smith Young. Marilyn loved their home and was very proud of it. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, October 1, 2022 at 11:00 AM at the Kopler-Williams Funeral Home, 21 N Genesee Street, Read More, BELFAST - Mary Jane McCumiskey, of 69 Sherman St., passed away on Saturday (Sept. 17, 2022) in Wyoming County Community Hospital, Warsaw. She was the eldest of five siblings, survived in life by: Rudy Alcantar Sr.; Irma Torres; Maria Troyke; and Cristina Cris Aguilar. That is what drove his work ethic and love of life. Our father, Steve Alfred Acosta, died at the age of 62 on April 21, 2022, in Piru, CA. At a time when most career options for women were limited to secretary, nurse or teacher, Janice became a primary grade teacher for nearly 30 years, mostly out at Piru School where she taught grades two through six. Almost a year later, we can barely get past the tears to write this. The truth is that death is a terrible enemy. She graduated High School in 1948 and started working at General Electric where she met the love of her life Joe Gravley. Feb 25, 2023 William "Bill" Glenn Stoff, 89, of Olathe, Kansas, passed away on Monday, February 20, 2023. They camped out in the garage while they renovated the entire house. Please join us in a celebration gathering at Sallys home located at 981 Meadowlark Drive, Fillmore Ca.93015 right after graveside services. He always had a love of growing things, like his pioneering namesakes, great-grandfather James Leonard Sr. and grandfather James Leonard Jr., who first began farming in 1859, before there was an Oxnard or a Ventura County. In July 1980 Bill married Alicia Deana Ramirez. Yes, flower arrangements are fulfilled and delivered by local florists from Fillmore. She was born September 28th, 1925 in Dyer, Arkansas, the daughter of Bob and Nellie (Flanigan) Hankins. He enjoyed the waters and canyons of greater Piru and loved spending time with his family. Esther Schuettpelz Fillmore, 98, passed away Saturday, Dec. 17, 2011, at Bickford Cottage, Marion. Silvestre Torres took his last breath on May 11, 2021. His loved ones are completely heartbroken and devastated by this sudden loss. Subscribe | On Oct. 26 Read More, CWIKLINSKI - Karen Ann Of Hume on February 24, 2023. 93040. She passed March 2015 in Sacramento, Ca. 259 talking about this. He was preceded in death by his parents Robert & Helen Horn and brothers Jim Horn and David Horn. Find an obituary, get service details, leave condolence messages or send flowers or gifts in memory of a loved one. She attended boarding school at the Jesus and Mary Convent school for girls in Murree which still exists today at the foot of the Himalayas in Punjab, Pakistan. Thelma Alene Hill passed away Tuesday morning, April 12th, 2022, at home in Alma, Arkansas. He was born on Read More, Jessica Ann Nendza Shiltz FILLMORE - Jessica Ann Nendza Shiltz, a former resident of Fillmore, passed away Saturday (Oct. 29, 2022) in West Columbia, S.C. She was born May 8, 1984, in Warsaw, a daughter of Leon John Nendza and Sandra Ann Horton. | Preceding him in death were his parents, his wife Eva, sisters: Geneva Rich and Kathy Kappler, and his brother: Boyce.