Obituaries for the Fontana, CA Area

Sep 24, 2016

Victor William Amato passed away September 24, 2016 in Claremont, CA. He was born on June 25, 1950 in Oceanside, Nassau County, New York. His parents were Victor Frank Amato and Cecelia De Franco Amato. Victor was married to Patricia East for 21 years. He had a son, Robert Stephen Amato, who passed away in 2011, and together Patty and...

Sep 23, 2016

Joyce (Pete) Soltis of Fontana California lost her battle with Lung Cancer on September 23, 2016 surrounded by her family. Pete was born and raised in Fontana on November 30, 1937. She is preceded in death by her husband Bobby Soltis. She is survived by her children, Dennis, Joye (Carrie) of Bend Oregon, Cindy Soltis-Hutton (John) of Fontana and Robby...

Sep 22, 2016

Cecelia Anne Amato, 95 of Fontana, passed away September 22, 2016 in Upland, CA. She was born January 6, 1921 in Weirton, West Virginia to Parents, William and Josephine De Franco. She was married to Victor F. Amato for 16 years. Together they had three Sons, Jimmy Amato, Joseph Amato, and Victor Amato. Cecelia Retired after 30 years of employment...

Sep 18, 2016

Santiago “Tito” Noriega passed away September 18, 2016 at the age of 71 in Fontana, CA. Tito or as his grandchildren called him “Tata” was born in San Pedro De La Cueva, Sonora, Mexico on March 10, 1945. His parents were Seferino and Francisca Noriega. He shared a marriage with Estela Noriega for 44 years. During their marriage they had...

Sep 6, 2016

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Aug 20, 2016

Broken ChainWe little knew the day thatGod was going to call your name.In life we loved you dearly,In death we do the same.It broke our hearts to lose youBut you didn’t go alone.For part of us went with youThe day God called you home.You left us peaceful memories.Your love is still our guide,And though we cannot see youYou are always...

Aug 16, 2016

ResplandorMe gustaría que el recuerdo míoFuera un recuerdo felizMe gustaría dejar un resplandorDe sonrisas cuando la vida se acabe. Me gustaría dejar un ecoDe murmullos suaves por el camino, De tiempos felices y risas en días Brillantes y soleados.Me gustaría que las lagrimas de aquellos que lloran se secaran con el sol De memorias felices que yo dejare Cuando mi...

Jul 29, 2016

Si pudieras verme ahoraNuestras oraciones han sido contestadas, Finalmente a llegado la curación que se había retrasado. Nadie tiene prisa,No hay horario que cumplir.Todos estamos disfrutando de Jesús, sentados a sus pies.Si pudieras verme ahora,Estoy caminando en calles de oro,Estoy de pie, Alto y completo.Si pudieras verme ahora,Sabrías que he visto su cara.Si pudieras verme ahora- Ustedes sabrían que he...

Jul 28, 2016

“Jim” James Leo Bentley, 88 of Fontana entered into eternal rest on July the 28th, 2016. He was born May 28th, 1928 to Leonard James and Lena Bentley in Tulare, California. Jim was married to Margaret May “Marge” Bentley for 66 years. Jim was passionate about Aviation and Golf.Jim attended Chaffey high school and continuing his higher education at Chaffey...

Jul 27, 2016

Edwin Lee "Ed" Bowman, 81 of Cherry Valley has entered into rest at his home with his loving family by his side. He was born on the 4th of April, 1935 in Springville, Utah. Ed was married to Marlene for 61 years.Ed leaves behind to cherish his memory; his loving wife Marlene Bowman, their children Glenn (Becky) Bowman, Lori (Terry)...

Jul 26, 2016

Dora “Dodie” Mae Bosley 1920-2016Dodie Bosley joined her beloved husband on July 26, one day short of her 96 th birthday. Born in Kent, Oregon her early years were spent in southern Idaho and Brigham City, Utah. After graduating from high school she lived an adventurous life moving all over the country. Finally settling in Berkeley, California, she witnessed the...

Jul 18, 2016

Soledad “Shirley” Solis passed away in her home in Fontana, California, on the morning of July 18, 2016 from cancer.Shirley was born on February 25, 1931 to Narciso and Soledad Gonzalez Almeraz in Deming, New Mexico. Narciso was born in New Mexico and her mother Soledad was born in Mexico. Shirley married Francisco “Hardy” Swartz Solis at the age of...

Jun 6, 2016

The Autum WindThe autumn wind is a pirate, Blustering in from sea, With a rollicking songHe sweeps along Swaggering boisterously, His face is weather-beaten,He wears a hooded sash, With a silver hat about his head And a bristling black moustacheHe growls as he storms the country, A villain big and bold.And the trees all shake And quiver and quake As...

Jun 5, 2016

May 14, 2016

Virginia Dearth “Virgie”, 78 of Fontana, passed away on May 14, 2016. She was born November 01, 1937 in Elgin, Oklahoma. Her parents were Frank and Rose Galvan and had 11 siblings. Virgie had one daughter Annette Dearth who stayed by her side till the last days of her life. She dedicated 45 years to managing her own properties and...

May 12, 2016

Our beloved mother, daughter, sister, and friend Helen P. Patlan has been called home to be with our Lord Jesus Christ on May 12, 2016 at the age of 49 yrs old. Although we are filled with sorrow we rejoice knowing she's watching over us. Helen was born on May 28, 1966 to Juan Barron Patlan and Maria De Jesus...

Apr 27, 2016

Thomas A. Viola passed away April 27, 2016 at 90 years of age in Colton. He was born November 16, 1925 and his parents were Carmello and Florence Viola both of Italy. Thomas served in World War II. He dedicated 46 years of employment to Kaiser Steel Fabrication. He was a devoted usher at St Josephs Catholic Church in Fontana....

Apr 2, 2016

Domingo “Mingo” Najera Almaraz, 86 of Fontana passed away April 2, 2016 in Pomona, CA. He was born November 05, 1929 in Temecula, California. His parents Were Domingo and Maria Almaraz. He attended Elsinor Union High School and then went on to San Bernardino Valley College. Mingo went on to join in the Air Force in 1947. He formed a...

Mar 29, 2016

Mar 25, 2016

Jose C. Peña, of Rialto, passed away at the age of 76 on March 25, 1940. He entered into life February 1, 1940 in Durango, MX. to Parents Jose and Guillerma Peña. Jose married Maria R. Herrera in 1963. They had 6 children Guillermina, Lupe, Ana, Jose Jr., Elvira and Pablo. Jose found much joy in his involvement in various...