Obituaries
Obituaries for the Fontana, CA Area
Randall McLellen
Mar 29, 2017
Randall McLellen of Fontana, has passed away on March 29, 2017 at 01:55 am. Randall was also known as Randy, Truck and especially Uncle Truck to his loved ones. Randy will be sorely missed by everyone who knew him.With his twinkling blue eyes, his sweet nature, his eagerness to help all in need, and who loved playing Santa for his...
Margarita Santiago
Mar 27, 2017
Margarita Esther Santiago “Margo” Navarro of Fontana passed away peacefully in her home at 80 years old on March 27, 2017. Margo was born December 14, 1936 in Yabucoa, Puerto Rico to parents Enrique Navarro and Cecilia Roman.Margo retired after 25 years of employment for a Manufacturing plant. She loved going to Bingo, and the Casino, she enjoyed spending quality...
Marcel Cherpin
Mar 20, 2017
Marcel "Cherp" Cherpin passed away on March 20, 2017 at home in Highland, CA. He was born Nov. 6, 1927 in Fontana, CA where he farmed the vineyards of his family's winery for many years. He was a Milwright welder and the owner of Cherp's Bar in Fontana. He played Varsity Football at Chaffey High School, liked to golf, was...
Ida Brittain
Mar 6, 2017
Ida Brittain, 91 of Fontana passed away peacefully in her home March 6, 2017. Ida was born May 4, 1925 to parents Attilio and Desolina Coccia in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. She married John W. Brittain and shared 57 years of marriage their children are Florence Gall, William (Lynda) Brittain, Lorraine (Ray) Ito. Grandchildren: Ron, Roxanne, Matthew, Eric, Jeremy. Great Grandchildren: Andrew...
Lorraine Livingston
Mar 4, 2017
“To Those I love & Those who Love me”When I am gone, release me, let me go- I have so many things to see and do. You must not tie yourself to me with tears, be thankful for our beautiful years. I gave to you my love; you can only guess how much you gave to me in happiness. I...
Marcia Martinez
Jan 12, 2017
Marcie was a Hair Dresser in Fontana for over 30 years. Through those years she acquired countless customers that soon became her close friends. Her amazing spirit will be missed by ALL that loved her, had a great conversation with her and even enjoyed a cup of coffee with her.Her services will be held at Ingold Chapel on January 27,...
Mario Acosta
Jan 8, 2017
Our Beloved Mario enjoyed life by spending time with his family and friends, riding his Harley, watching America's Team "Dallas Cowboys". He loved going to casinos and playing Bingo. As many know, he had luck on his side and happily collected his winnings with a smile. He was a good sport as his nieces and nephews loved playing pranks on...
Norma-Jean Papritz
Jan 6, 2017
Norma-Jean Marie Jorgensen Papritz left this mortal existence on January 6, 2017 at about 2:50pm. Family members were gathered by her side giving her loving words of encouragement. Debbie, Dale, Della, Kiralyn and Andrew were in the hospital room with her at the last. She had a sudden illness and hospitalization on New Year’s day brought on by sepsis infection...
Adam Garcia
Dec 31, 2016
I’m FreeDon’t grieve for me, for now I’m free. I’m following the path God laid for me, I took his hand when I heard him call I turned my back and left it all. I could not stay another day to laugh, to love, to work or play.Tasks left undone must stay that way. I found that place at the...
Barbara Hernandez
Dec 20, 2016
I’m FreeDon’t grieve for me, for now I’m free. I’m following the path God laid for me, I took his hand when I heard him call I turned my back and left it all. I could not stay another day to laugh, to love, to work or play.Tasks left undone must stay that way. I found that place at the...
Colleen (Dumones) Rinehart
Dec 10, 2016
Colleen (Dumones) Rinehart, the third daughter of the late HermanFrank and Victoria Dumones was born in Los Angeles, CA on October 13,1951. God called her home on December 10, 2016.She attended and graduated from Centennial High School in the City ofCompton, CA and continued on to receive her license in Cosmetology.Although she never practiced hair full time, she loved doing...
Aurelio Estrada Sr
Nov 23, 2016
Aurelio Mena Estrada, Sr. passed away at 83 on November 23, 2016. Aurelio was born in Leon, Guanajuato, Mexico to parents Inocencio and Eustacia on June 25, 1933.He was a Veteran of the United States Army and was honorably discharged in 1953. He went on to retire for Kaiser Steel. He also dedicated his time as a Peace Officer.He leaves...
George Michael White
Nov 22, 2016
George Michael White, 61 of Riverside passed away on November 22, 2016. George Michael was born in Tacoma, Washington on December 28, 1954 to parents Robert Lee White and Maggie Lee Coley White.He attended High School and went on to serve in the United States Army. He was a musician at Good Samaritan Christian Center in Fontana. He leaves behind...
Danny Discenza
Nov 18, 2016
Danny M. Discenza, 63 passed away November 18, 2016. Danny was born to Amerigo and Venita Discenza on April 24, 1953 in Lynwood, California. Danny married LaDOnna and shared a marriage for 30 years, of this marriage the shared their children Dawn, Courtney, Lynette, Lynnea and David, and11 Grandchildren.Danny was a motorcycle connoisseur, the best mechanic around, a Dog lover,...
Mary Carroll
Nov 13, 2016
Mary Frances Carroll, 93 of Fontana passed away November 13, 2016 in Upland, CA. Mary was born to Francis and Gladys Cassidy on December 13, 1922 in Indianapolis, Indiana.Mary attended school in Indianapolis and graduated from St. Frances High School. She married Alex Carroll and from this marriage came Catherine and Alan Carroll. Mary was a homemaker, she enjoyed volunteering...
Violet Martin
Oct 31, 2016
“Let not your heart be troubled; you believe in God, believe also in Me. In My Father’s house are many mansions; if it were not so, I would have told you. I go to prepare a place for you. And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again and receive you to Myself; that where...
Eva Gonzalez
Oct 25, 2016
Eva V. Gonzalez, 63 of Rialto passed away October 25, 2016 in Fontana, California. She was born in Mexico City, Mexico. Her parents were Antonia Cid y Fernando Vega. Eva obtained an Associate’s of Arts at Valley College. She was a homemaker and enjoyed walking with the Loma Linda Lopers. Eva enjoyed spending time with her family, sewing, cooking, baking,...
Gertrude Sheafer Exon
Oct 23, 2016
Gertrude Mary Sheafer Exon passed away on October 23, 2016 at the age of 81. She was born January 27, 1935 in Campbell, Ohio. Parents were John Spon, Jr and Nellie Louise Thomas. She graduated from Chaffey High School in Ontario, California. Gertrude enjoyed spending time on car rides with her daughter Deborah. She loved traveling and country music.She leaves...
Virginia Gage
Oct 18, 2016
Virginia “Ruth” Gage 92 of Fontana, passed away October 18, 2016 in Colton, California. Ruth was born October 30, 1923 in Lakeview, Texas. Her parents were Robert A. and Thelma (Bownds) Parks. She attended schools in Phillips, Texas graduating from Phillips High School. She was a Credit Manager for J.C. Penney Company in Fontana, Ca . She retired after 25...
Robert Tafolla
Sep 29, 2016
Don’t grieve for me, for now I’m free. I’m following the path God laid for me, I took his hand when I heard him call I turned my back and left it all. I could not stay another day to laugh, to love, to work or play.Tasks left undone must stay that way. I found that place at the close...
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