Our Obituaries
Joseph R. LUTES
November 4, 1947 - January 13, 2018
To Laugh OftenTo laugh often and love much; towin the respect of intelligent personsand the affection of children; to earnthe approbation of honest critics andto endure the betrayal of falsefriends; to appreciate beauty; to findthe best in others; to give of one'sself; to leave the world a bit better,whether by a healthy child, a gardenpatch, or a redeemed socialcondition; to have played...
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Jacqueline Ann Bockrath
August 16, 1943 - January 13, 2018
I Am FreeDon't grieve for me, for now I'm freeto follow the path God made 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 love, to laugh, to work or play.Tasks left undone must stay that way,for I found peace at last, that day.If my parting has left a void,then fill it with remembering joy.A friendship shared, a laugh, a kiss,oh yes,...
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David Fraser INGRAM
July 15, 1936 - January 11, 2018
To Laugh OftenTo laugh often and love much; towin the respect of intelligent personsand the affection of children; to earnthe approbation of honest critics andto endure the betrayal of falsefriends; to appreciate beauty; to findthe best in others; to give of one'sself; to leave the world a bit better,whether by a healthy child, a gardenpatch, or a redeemed socialcondition; to have played...
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Wayne LeRoy Martin
November 6, 1925 - January 10, 2018
Wayne LeRoy Martin, long time resident of Hawthorne, CA, passed away Jan. 10, 2018 in Perris, CA, at the age of 92. Wayne has gone to be with his sweetheart Dorothy, but his generosity, loving spirit (especially toward children), and sense of humor will be remembered and greatly missed by his friends and family. His life of service to others included the Optimists Club where he excelled at fund...
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Dorothy Kahil Kendall
March 7, 1931 - January 10, 2018
To Laugh OftenTo laugh often and love much; towin the respect of intelligent personsand the affection of children; to earnthe approbation of honest critics andto endure the betrayal of falsefriends; to appreciate beauty; to findthe best in others; to give of one'sself; to leave the world a bit better,whether by a healthy child, a gardenpatch, or a redeemed socialcondition; to have played...
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Arenda Carroll Paysinger
February 12, 1949 - January 8, 2018
To Laugh OftenTo laugh often and love much; towin the respect of intelligent personsand the affection of children; to earnthe approbation of honest critics andto endure the betrayal of falsefriends; to appreciate beauty; to findthe best in others; to give of one'sself; to leave the world a bit better,whether by a healthy child, a gardenpatch, or a redeemed socialcondition; to have played...
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Luis Hernandez
October 31, 1948 - January 7, 2018
Miss Me, But Let Me GoWhen I come to the end of the roadAnd the sun has set for meI want no rites in a gloom-filled room,Why cry for a soul set free?Miss me a little but not too long,And not with your head bowed low,Remember the love that we once shared.Miss me . . . but let me go.For this is a journey that we all must take,And each must go alone.It's all a part of the master planA step on the...
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Reba Wayne Belcher
September 15, 1924 - January 6, 2018
Miss Me, But Let Me GoWhen I come to the end of the roadAnd the sun has set for meI want no rites in a gloom-filled room,Why cry for a soul set free?Miss me a little but not too long,And not with your head bowed low,Remember the love that we once shared.Miss me . . . but let me go.For this is a journey that we all must take,And each must go alone.It's all a part of the master planA step on the...
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Paula Sue Baillie
November 7, 1942 - January 5, 2018
Miss Me, But Let Me GoWhen I come to the end of the roadAnd the sun has set for meI want no rites in a gloom-filled room,Why cry for a soul set free?Miss me a little but not too long,And not with your head bowed low,Remember the love that we once shared.Miss me . . . but let me go.For this is a journey that we all must take,And each must go alone.It's all a part of the master planA step on the...
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Bela Kocsy
April 17, 1935 - January 1, 2018
Miss Me, But Let Me GoWhen I come to the end of the roadAnd the sun has set for meI want no rites in a gloom-filled room,Why cry for a soul set free?Miss me a little but not too long,And not with your head bowed low,Remember the love that we once shared.Miss me . . . but let me go.For this is a journey that we all must take,And each must go alone.It's all a part of the master planA step on the...
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Lillie L. Crutchfield
November 11, 1922 - December 29, 2017
Miss Me, But Let Me GoWhen I come to the end of the roadAnd the sun has set for meI want no rites in a gloom-filled room,Why cry for a soul set free?Miss me a little but not too long,And not with your head bowed low,Remember the love that we once shared.Miss me . . . but let me go.For this is a journey that we all must take,And each must go alone.It's all a part of the master planA step on the...
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Charlotte M. Ruis
November 6, 1943 - December 25, 2017
Miss Me, But Let Me GoWhen I come to the end of the roadAnd the sun has set for meI want no rites in a gloom-filled room,Why cry for a soul set free?Miss me a little but not too long,And not with your head bowed low,Remember the love that we once shared.Miss me . . . but let me go.For this is a journey that we all must take,And each must go alone.It's all a part of the master planA step on the...
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Maria Josefa Diaz Amable
May 5, 1921 - December 19, 2017
Miss Me, But Let Me GoWhen I come to the end of the roadAnd the sun has set for meI want no rites in a gloom-filled room,Why cry for a soul set free?Miss me a little but not too long,And not with your head bowed low,Remember the love that we once shared.Miss me . . . but let me go.For this is a journey that we all must take,And each must go alone.It's all a part of the master planA step on the...
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Linda Lee Moreno
July 1, 1954 - December 11, 2017
Miss Me, But Let Me GoWhen I come to the end of the roadAnd the sun has set for meI want no rites in a gloom-filled room,Why cry for a soul set free?Miss me a little but not too long,And not with your head bowed low,Remember the love that we once shared.Miss me . . . but let me go.For this is a journey that we all must take,And each must go alone.It's all a part of the master planA step on the...
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Gail Joyce Katz
May 30, 1947 - November 27, 2017
Gail Joyce Katz, age 70, of Chandler , AZ passed away on Monday November 27, 2017. Gail was born May 30, 1947 in Braddock, Pennsylvania. Gail is survived by; Husband Norman Katz, sons Jason and Seth Katz.She is also survived by the the thousands of friends and co workers she touched along the way.She was the smiling face you saw for nearly 30 years at the Del Amo mall.A celebration of Gail's life...
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Gene Young Kim
September 20, 1981 - November 24, 2017
Remember MeFill not your hearts withpain and sorrow,but remember me in every tomorrow.Remember the joy, thelaughter, the smiles,I've only gone to rest a little while.Although my leavingcauses pain and grief,my going has eased the hurtand given relief.So dry your eyes and remember me,not as now, but as I used to be.Because I will remember you all,and look on with a smile.Understand in your hearts...
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Jeremy Andrew Freeman
July 28, 1972 - November 22, 2017
The Garden of PromiseThere is a place, I have been told,Beyond an open gateAll have been invitedWhere friends and loved ones waitIt holds eternal promiseOf everlasting peaceNo pain or sorrow ever comesAnd teardrops there have ceasedAbundant life is evidentConstant, fresh and newA garden of provisionWith eternity in viewThe promise is awaitingA place we can abideFulfilled for all who answerThe...
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Ruth Huizar Doddy
November 4, 1942 - November 18, 2017
Miss Me, But Let Me GoWhen I come to the end of the roadAnd the sun has set for meI want no rites in a gloom-filled room,Why cry for a soul set free?Miss me a little but not too long,And not with your head bowed low,Remember the love that we once shared.Miss me . . . but let me go.For this is a journey that we all must take,And each must go alone.It's all a part of the master planA step on the...
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Lizbeth A. Salas
February 27, 1983 - November 14, 2017
Miss Me, But Let Me GoWhen I come to the end of the roadAnd the sun has set for meI want no rites in a gloom-filled room,Why cry for a soul set free?Miss me a little but not too long,And not with your head bowed low,Remember the love that we once shared.Miss me . . . but let me go.For this is a journey that we all must take,And each must go alone.It's all a part of the master planA step on the...
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Janette McGowan
February 23, 1932 - November 10, 2017
Miss Me, But Let Me GoWhen I come to the end of the roadAnd the sun has set for meI want no rites in a gloom-filled room,Why cry for a soul set free?Miss me a little but not too long,And not with your head bowed low,Remember the love that we once shared.Miss me . . . but let me go.For this is a journey that we all must take,And each must go alone.It's all a part of the master planA step on the...
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Thomas Patrick Tucknott
March 25, 1931 - November 7, 2017
Arrangements under the direction of Halverson, Stone & Myers Mortuary, Torrance, CA.
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Carrie L. Brooks
April 30, 1925 - November 7, 2017
Miss Me, But Let Me GoWhen I come to the end of the roadAnd the sun has set for meI want no rites in a gloom-filled room,Why cry for a soul set free?Miss me a little but not too long,And not with your head bowed low,Remember the love that we once shared.Miss me . . . but let me go.For this is a journey that we all must take,And each must go alone.It's all a part of the master planA step on the...
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Helen Louise Anderson
January 6, 1927 - November 5, 2017
Miss Me, But Let Me GoWhen I come to the end of the roadAnd the sun has set for meI want no rites in a gloom-filled room,Why cry for a soul set free?Miss me a little but not too long,And not with your head bowed low,Remember the love that we once shared.Miss me . . . but let me go.For this is a journey that we all must take,And each must go alone.It's all a part of the master planA step on the...
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Chester Lynn Bruner
February 8, 1941 - November 3, 2017
Arrangements under the direction of Halverson, Stone & Myers Mortuary, Torrance, CA.
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David Gale Lamons
February 2, 1949 - October 29, 2017
Miss Me, But Let Me GoWhen I come to the end of the roadAnd the sun has set for meI want no rites in a gloom-filled room,Why cry for a soul set free?Miss me a little but not too long,And not with your head bowed low,Remember the love that we once shared.Miss me . . . but let me go.For this is a journey that we all must take,And each must go alone.It's all a part of the master planA step on the...
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Jose Zepeda Jaramillo
March 23, 1928 - October 27, 2017
Miss Me, But Let Me GoWhen I come to the end of the roadAnd the sun has set for meI want no rites in a gloom-filled room,Why cry for a soul set free?Miss me a little but not too long,And not with your head bowed low,Remember the love that we once shared.Miss me . . . but let me go.For this is a journey that we all must take,And each must go alone.It's all a part of the master planA step on the...
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Jacquelyn S. Snyder
April 4, 1935 - October 24, 2017
Miss Me, But Let Me GoWhen I come to the end of the roadAnd the sun has set for meI want no rites in a gloom-filled room,Why cry for a soul set free?Miss me a little but not too long,And not with your head bowed low,Remember the love that we once shared.Miss me . . . but let me go.For this is a journey that we all must take,And each must go alone.It's all a part of the master planA step on the...
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Delphina Mann
September 14, 1942 - October 21, 2017
Miss Me, But Let Me GoWhen I come to the end of the roadAnd the sun has set for meI want no rites in a gloom-filled room,Why cry for a soul set free?Miss me a little but not too long,And not with your head bowed low,Remember the love that we once shared.Miss me . . . but let me go.For this is a journey that we all must take,And each must go alone.It's all a part of the master planA step on the...
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Joan Annette Cook
February 9, 1935 - October 20, 2017
Miss Me, But Let Me GoWhen I come to the end of the roadAnd the sun has set for meI want no rites in a gloom-filled room,Why cry for a soul set free?Miss me a little but not too long,And not with your head bowed low,Remember the love that we once shared.Miss me . . . but let me go.For this is a journey that we all must take,And each must go alone.It's all a part of the master planA step on the...
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Joe Blue
December 25, 1940 - October 20, 2017
Miss Me, But Let Me GoWhen I come to the end of the roadAnd the sun has set for meI want no rites in a gloom-filled room,Why cry for a soul set free?Miss me a little but not too long,And not with your head bowed low,Remember the love that we once shared.Miss me . . . but let me go.For this is a journey that we all must take,And each must go alone.It's all a part of the master planA step on the...
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Joyce Emily Honnard
April 9, 1931 - October 15, 2017
Miss Me, But Let Me GoWhen I come to the end of the roadAnd the sun has set for meI want no rites in a gloom-filled room,Why cry for a soul set free?Miss me a little but not too long,And not with your head bowed low,Remember the love that we once shared.Miss me . . . but let me go.For this is a journey that we all must take,And each must go alone.It's all a part of the master planA step on the...
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Karen Ann Hinshilwood
January 15, 1961 - October 14, 2017
Miss Me, But Let Me GoWhen I come to the end of the roadAnd the sun has set for meI want no rites in a gloom-filled room,Why cry for a soul set free?Miss me a little but not too long,And not with your head bowed low,Remember the love that we once shared.Miss me . . . but let me go.For this is a journey that we all must take,And each must go alone.It's all a part of the master planA step on the...
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Leslie Ann Durham
January 23, 1952 - October 5, 2017
Miss Me, But Let Me GoWhen I come to the end of the roadAnd the sun has set for meI want no rites in a gloom-filled room,Why cry for a soul set free?Miss me a little but not too long,And not with your head bowed low,Remember the love that we once shared.Miss me . . . but let me go.For this is a journey that we all must take,And each must go alone.It's all a part of the master planA step on the...
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Willie Tate Cunningham
May 2, 1930 - October 3, 2017
Miss Me, But Let Me GoWhen I come to the end of the roadAnd the sun has set for meI want no rites in a gloom-filled room,Why cry for a soul set free?Miss me a little but not too long,And not with your head bowed low,Remember the love that we once shared.Miss me . . . but let me go.For this is a journey that we all must take,And each must go alone.It's all a part of the master planA step on the...
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Earl Vernon Curtis
August 20, 1945 - October 2, 2017
I Am FreeDon't grieve for me, for now I'm freeto follow the path God made 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 love, to laugh, to work or play.Tasks left undone must stay that way,for I found peace at last, that day.If my parting has left a void,then fill it with remembering joy.A friendship shared, a laugh, a kiss,oh yes,...
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Sal Bonzon Gabriel
April 27, 1929 - October 2, 2017
Arrangements under the direction of Halverson, Stone & Myers Mortuary, Torrance, CA.
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Rolbert Rucker Dexter
November 19, 1915 - October 1, 2017
To Laugh OftenTo laugh often and love much; towin the respect of intelligent personsand the affection of children; to earnthe approbation of honest critics andto endure the betrayal of falsefriends; to appreciate beauty; to findthe best in others; to give of one'sself; to leave the world a bit better,whether by a healthy child, a gardenpatch, or a redeemed socialcondition; to have played...
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Dietrick Edwin Alkonis
July 16, 1933 - September 29, 2017
Arrangements under the direction of Halverson, Stone & Myers Mortuary, Torrance, CA.
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Salvador Davila Zavala
November 6, 1954 - September 27, 2017
Sal "Chavo" Zavala was born in Torrance, California on November 6, 1954. He entered heaven's gates on September 27, 2017 at the age of 62. He is survived by his father, Salvador Zavala Sr., stepmother, Margarita Zavala, son, Eric, sister, Sandra Gonzales, and numerous cousins. He also was uncle to Mark, Christina, and Veronica.Sal was a man of many talents who worked in aerospace, construction,...
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Pilar Maria Tabernero
January 19, 1926 - September 23, 2017
Miss Me, But Let Me GoWhen I come to the end of the roadAnd the sun has set for meI want no rites in a gloom-filled room,Why cry for a soul set free?Miss me a little but not too long,And not with your head bowed low,Remember the love that we once shared.Miss me . . . but let me go.For this is a journey that we all must take,And each must go alone.It's all a part of the master planA step on the...
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Robert De La O
March 13, 1954 - September 17, 2017
I Am FreeDon't grieve for me, for now I'm freeto follow the path God made 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 love, to laugh, to work or play.Tasks left undone must stay that way,for I found peace at last, that day.If my parting has left a void,then fill it with remembering joy.A friendship shared, a laugh, a kiss,oh yes,...
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Ann Marie Jenkins
January 10, 1926 - September 16, 2017
A beautiful lifethat came to an end.She died as she lived,everyone's friend.In our hearts a memorywill always be keptof one we loveand will never forget.Arrangements under the direction of Halverson, Stone & Myers Mortuary, Torrance, CA.
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Clara Mabel Young
October 11, 1915 - September 13, 2017
To Laugh OftenTo laugh often and love much; towin the respect of intelligent personsand the affection of children; to earnthe approbation of honest critics andto endure the betrayal of falsefriends; to appreciate beauty; to findthe best in others; to give of one'sself; to leave the world a bit better,whether by a healthy child, a gardenpatch, or a redeemed socialcondition; to have played...
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Nancy Soaimaile Logo
December 10, 1935 - September 10, 2017
Miss Me, But Let Me GoWhen I come to the end of the roadAnd the sun has set for meI want no rites in a gloom-filled room,Why cry for a soul set free?Miss me a little but not too long,And not with your head bowed low,Remember the love that we once shared.Miss me . . . but let me go.For this is a journey that we all must take,And each must go alone.It's all a part of the master planA step on the...
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Rodney Wallace Baillie
March 3, 1947 - September 6, 2017
I Am FreeDon't grieve for me, for now I'm freeto follow the path God made 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 love, to laugh, to work or play.Tasks left undone must stay that way,for I found peace at last, that day.If my parting has left a void,then fill it with remembering joy.A friendship shared, a laugh, a kiss,oh yes,...
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Violet S. Yoshioka
March 28, 1927 - August 22, 2017
I Am FreeDon't grieve for me, for now I'm freeto follow the path God made 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 love, to laugh, to work or play.Tasks left undone must stay that way,for I found peace at last, that day.If my parting has left a void,then fill it with remembering joy.A friendship shared, a laugh, a kiss,oh yes,...
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Sanjuana Gutierrez
September 1, 1962 - August 21, 2017
In Spanish and English... Sanjuana Gutiérrez de Romo nació el 1 de septiembre de 1962 en San Juan de los Lagos Jalisco, México. Sus padres Arnulfo Gutiérrez (finado) y Socorro Montaño, fue la 5ta de 7 hijos, sobreviven Lola, Leticia, Arturo, José Luis, Carmelita y Martha Elena. Fue una mujer con muchos valores religiosos aprendidos de sus padres, desde muy peque&...
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Ruth M. Connaughton
August 14, 1925 - August 20, 2017
To Laugh OftenTo laugh often and love much; towin the respect of intelligent personsand the affection of children; to earnthe approbation of honest critics andto endure the betrayal of falsefriends; to appreciate beauty; to findthe best in others; to give of one'sself; to leave the world a bit better,whether by a healthy child, a gardenpatch, or a redeemed socialcondition; to have played...
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Yung Wu
March 1, 1925 - August 19, 2017
Miss Me, But Let Me GoWhen I come to the end of the roadAnd the sun has set for meI want no rites in a gloom-filled room,Why cry for a soul set free?Miss me a little but not too long,And not with your head bowed low,Remember the love that we once shared.Miss me . . . but let me go.For this is a journey that we all must take,And each must go alone.It's all a part of the master planA step on the...
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Oreen Gheewalla
April 10, 1951 - August 12, 2017
I Am FreeDon't grieve for me, for now I'm freeto follow the path God made 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 love, to laugh, to work or play.Tasks left undone must stay that way,for I found peace at last, that day.If my parting has left a void,then fill it with remembering joy.A friendship shared, a laugh, a kiss,oh yes,...
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Salvia Salas Elaba
January 11, 1942 - August 10, 2017
I Am FreeDon't grieve for me, for now I'm freeto follow the path God made 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 love, to laugh, to work or play.Tasks left undone must stay that way,for I found peace at last, that day.If my parting has left a void,then fill it with remembering joy.A friendship shared, a laugh, a kiss,oh yes,...
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Lillian Ann Williams
July 10, 1952 - August 3, 2017
I Am FreeDon't grieve for me, for now I'm freeto follow the path God made 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 love, to laugh, to work or play.Tasks left undone must stay that way,for I found peace at last, that day.If my parting has left a void,then fill it with remembering joy.A friendship shared, a laugh, a kiss,oh yes,...
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Frances Marshall
July 29, 1922 - July 30, 2017
I Am FreeDon't grieve for me, for now I'm freeto follow the path God made 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 love, to laugh, to work or play.Tasks left undone must stay that way,for I found peace at last, that day.If my parting has left a void,then fill it with remembering joy.A friendship shared, a laugh, a kiss,oh yes,...
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Gertrudiz Alviar Belicano
November 16, 1934 - July 24, 2017
Arrangements under the direction of Halverson, Stone & Myers Mortuary, Torrance, CA.
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Bob Thomas Laskowski
March 6, 1959 - July 19, 2017
~~~IN LOVING MEMORY OF BOB LASKOWSKI~~~ On July 19, 2017, Robert (Bob) Laskowski passed away unexpectedly while at work. It's one of those situations you're never prepared for and it's hard for those he left behind since no one was able to actually say goodbye. His wife, Lisa, his two children, Kayla (15) and Ryan (12), and his favorite puppy, Reese, are working on finding their "new normal" but...
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Celia Smith
October 29, 1927 - July 19, 2017
Arrangements under the direction of Halverson, Stone & Myers Mortuary, Torrance, CA.
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Samuel Kane Kropp
July 14, 1965 - July 19, 2017
Samuel Kane Kropp passed from our physical world on July 19, 2017, at the age of 52 in Torrance, CA, with his brother Joseph Kropp by his side. Samuel Kane is survived by his parents, William Kropp and Sarah Kropp, brother Joseph Kropp, and his little puppy, Sydney.Samuel Kane was a self made man, ending his work career as Vice President of Operations at the Staples Center in Los Angeles, CA. ...
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Benjamin Belen Olaguera
April 30, 1942 - July 9, 2017
To Laugh OftenTo laugh often and love much; towin the respect of intelligent personsand the affection of children; to earnthe approbation of honest critics andto endure the betrayal of falsefriends; to appreciate beauty; to findthe best in others; to give of one'sself; to leave the world a bit better,whether by a healthy child, a gardenpatch, or a redeemed socialcondition; to have played...
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William R. McCollum
February 25, 1933 - July 8, 2017
William Richard McCollum, he was a son, brother, husband, father, father-in-law, and grandfather. He lived an interesting life. Although he followed an unconventional path, one thing was always clear-he loved to make people happy. He did that by using his best talent-playing the piano. He use to say that as a boy he was so upset with his mother for making him stay in on Saturdays and practice...
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James Edward Otis
November 22, 1933 - July 6, 2017
I Am FreeDon't grieve for me, for now I'm freeto follow the path God made 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 love, to laugh, to work or play.Tasks left undone must stay that way,for I found peace at last, that day.If my parting has left a void,then fill it with remembering joy.A friendship shared, a laugh, a kiss,oh yes,...
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Deborah Lee Smith
September 23, 1952 - July 4, 2017
I Am FreeDon't grieve for me, for now I'm freeto follow the path God made 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 love, to laugh, to work or play.Tasks left undone must stay that way,for I found peace at last, that day.If my parting has left a void,then fill it with remembering joy.A friendship shared, a laugh, a kiss,oh yes,...
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Esther Marcel Fischer
March 26, 1918 - July 4, 2017
To Laugh OftenTo laugh often and love much; towin the respect of intelligent personsand the affection of children; to earnthe approbation of honest critics andto endure the betrayal of falsefriends; to appreciate beauty; to findthe best in others; to give of one'sself; to leave the world a bit better,whether by a healthy child, a gardenpatch, or a redeemed socialcondition; to have played...
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Esther Pauline Bliss
September 13, 1927 - June 19, 2017
Arrangements under the direction of Halverson, Stone & Myers Mortuary, Torrance, CA.
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Francis Olan Garren
February 28, 1928 - June 18, 2017
I Am FreeDon't grieve for me, for now I'm freeto follow the path God made 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 love, to laugh, to work or play.Tasks left undone must stay that way,for I found peace at last, that day.If my parting has left a void,then fill it with remembering joy.A friendship shared, a laugh, a kiss,oh yes,...
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Robert Blanchard
September 22, 1929 - June 14, 2017
I Am FreeDon't grieve for me, for now I'm freeto follow the path God made 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 love, to laugh, to work or play.Tasks left undone must stay that way,for I found peace at last, that day.If my parting has left a void,then fill it with remembering joy.A friendship shared, a laugh, a kiss,oh yes,...
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John Lambert Small
July 31, 1956 - June 8, 2017
I Am FreeDon't grieve for me, for now I'm freeto follow the path God made 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 love, to laugh, to work or play.Tasks left undone must stay that way,for I found peace at last, that day.If my parting has left a void,then fill it with remembering joy.A friendship shared, a laugh, a kiss,oh yes,...
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Loyal T. Christensen
January 6, 1930 - June 6, 2017
Memory of MeI'd like the memory of meto be a happy one.I'd like to leave an afterglowof smiles when life is done.I'd like to leave an echowhispering softly down the ways,of happy times and laughing times,and bright and sunny days.I'd like the tears of those who grieve,to dry before the sun,with all of the happy memoriesthat I leave when my life is done.Arrangements under the...
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Buford Townsend
February 23, 1923 - June 4, 2017
Buford "Bill" Townsend Buford Townsend, known to his friends as Bill, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, June 4, 2017, at the age of 94 years. Born in St. Joseph, Mo., Bill's family traveled by train to Los Angeles when he was four years old. Bill lived in California for the rest of his days. A country boy at heart, Bill could often be seen wearing a cowboy hat and boots. He loved horses,...
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Irene Rose Campo
December 22, 1921 - June 3, 2017
I Am FreeDon't grieve for me, for now I'm freeto follow the path God made 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 love, to laugh, to work or play.Tasks left undone must stay that way,for I found peace at last, that day.If my parting has left a void,then fill it with remembering joy.A friendship shared, a laugh, a kiss,oh yes,...
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Walter Oliver Johnson
July 9, 1946 - May 29, 2017
I Am FreeDon't grieve for me, for now I'm freeto follow the path God made 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 love, to laugh, to work or play.Tasks left undone must stay that way,for I found peace at last, that day.If my parting has left a void,then fill it with remembering joy.A friendship shared, a laugh, a kiss,oh yes,...
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Eletise Fagavao Fiatoa
July 31, 1954 - May 27, 2017
A beautiful lifeThat came to an end,He died as he lived,Everyone's friend.In our hearts, A memory will always be kept,Of one we loved,And we will never forget.Arrangements under the direction of Halverson, Stone & Myers Mortuary, Torrance, CA.
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Eletise Fagavao Fiatoa
July 31, 1954 - May 27, 2017
I Am FreeDon't grieve for me, for now I'm freeto follow the path God made 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 love, to laugh, to work or play.Tasks left undone must stay that way,for I found peace at last, that day.If my parting has left a void,then fill it with remembering joy.A friendship shared, a laugh, a kiss,oh yes,...
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Stephen Manuel Madrid
March 20, 1971 - May 26, 2017
Miss Me, But Let Me GoWhen I come to the end of the roadAnd the sun has set for meI want no rites in a gloom-filled room,Why cry for a soul set free?Miss me a little but not too long,And not with your head bowed low,Remember the love that we once shared.Miss me . . . but let me go.For this is a journey that we all must take,And each must go alone.It's all a part of the master planA step on the...
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Yelba Catalina Martinez
March 25, 1934 - May 25, 2017
A beautiful lifeThat came to an end,She died as she lived,Everyone's friend.In our hearts, A memory will always be kept,Of one we loved,And we will never forget.Arrangements under the direction of Halverson, Stone & Myers Mortuary, Torrance, CA.
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Chad John Prince
May 25, 1968 - May 23, 2017
Miss Me, But Let Me GoWhen I come to the end of the roadAnd the sun has set for meI want no rites in a gloom-filled room,Why cry for a soul set free?Miss me a little but not too long,And not with your head bowed low,Remember the love that we once shared.Miss me . . . but let me go.For this is a journey that we all must take,And each must go alone.It's all a part of the master planA step on the...
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Emma Ruth Emler
March 27, 1922 - May 23, 2017
I Am FreeDon't grieve for me, for now I'm freeto follow the path God made 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 love, to laugh, to work or play.Tasks left undone must stay that way,for I found peace at last, that day.If my parting has left a void,then fill it with remembering joy.A friendship shared, a laugh, a kiss,oh yes,...
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Vergel Dionisio Villanueva
February 4, 1949 - May 21, 2017
I Am FreeDon't grieve for me, for now I'm freeto follow the path God made 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 love, to laugh, to work or play.Tasks left undone must stay that way,for I found peace at last, that day.If my parting has left a void,then fill it with remembering joy.A friendship shared, a laugh, a kiss,oh yes,...
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Evan Anthony Franklin
December 8, 1982 - May 17, 2017
Born December 8, 1982, Evan Anthony Franklin passed away on Wednesday, May 17, 2017. He is survived by his wife, Madison Franklin, his daughter, Christina Franklin, his mother, Kerry Franklin, his father, Eustace Franklin, his sister, Kara Franklin, and his extended and multi-national family.Raised in this beachside community, Evan attended Lincoln Elementary, Parras Middle School, and Redondo...
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Alicia Garcia Mendoza
June 27, 1934 - May 12, 2017
Miss Me, But Let Me GoWhen I come to the end of the roadAnd the sun has set for meI want no rites in a gloom-filled room,Why cry for a soul set free?Miss me a little but not too long,And not with your head bowed low,Remember the love that we once shared.Miss me . . . but let me go.For this is a journey that we all must take,And each must go alone.It's all a part of the master planA step on the...
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Marjorie Ann Beatty
December 15, 1944 - May 11, 2017
In Memory of Marjorie Ann Beatty (Smith)With great sadness we announce the passing of Marjorie Ann Beatty (Smith) on Thursday, May 11, 2017. She was born in Santa Monica, California, on December 15, 1944. A long time resident of Torrance, Marjorie attended Santa Monica High School. She is survived by her husband of 55 years Richard Beatty; sisters, Janet Lamphere (Robert) and Kathy Watkins ...
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Manuel Ochoa
February 12, 1950 - May 10, 2017
I Am FreeDon't grieve for me, for now I'm freeto follow the path God made 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 love, to laugh, to work or play.Tasks left undone must stay that way,for I found peace at last, that day.If my parting has left a void,then fill it with remembering joy.A friendship shared, a laugh, a kiss,oh yes,...
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Glenn E. Evans
April 1, 1933 - May 7, 2017
Born in Logan, Utah to a musical family, Glenn learned to love music at an early age. Attended University of Utah and majored in Music. Joined the Army Band during the Korean War. Played piano, trumpet & trombone. Married Kiiko M. Evans in Japan. In Los Angeles, CA raised 3 children, Stuart, Peggy & Kenn Evans. Worked as a successful Musician until age 80. Worked in film, studio, Las...
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Patrick Chavez Ordonez
August 4, 1931 - May 6, 2017
I Am FreeDon't grieve for me, for now I'm freeto follow the path God made 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 love, to laugh, to work or play.Tasks left undone must stay that way,for I found peace at last, that day.If my parting has left a void,then fill it with remembering joy.A friendship shared, a laugh, a kiss,oh yes,...
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Toshiko Toba
September 4, 1943 - May 5, 2017
Am FreeDon't grieve for me, for now I'm freeto follow the path God made 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 love, to laugh, to work or play.Tasks left undone must stay that way,for I found peace at last, that day.If my parting has left a void,then fill it with remembering joy.A friendship shared, a laugh, a kiss,oh yes,...
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Anne Farnsworth Fosse
June 14, 1941 - May 4, 2017
I Am FreeDon't grieve for me, for now I'm freeto follow the path God made 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 love, to laugh, to work or play.Tasks left undone must stay that way,for I found peace at last, that day.If my parting has left a void,then fill it with remembering joy.A friendship shared, a laugh, a kiss,oh yes,...
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Florence Irene Maltzan
July 29, 1919 - April 16, 2017
Am FreeDon't grieve for me, for now I'm freeto follow the path God made 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 love, to laugh, to work or play.Tasks left undone must stay that way,for I found peace at last, that day.If my parting has left a void,then fill it with remembering joy.A friendship shared, a laugh, a kiss,oh yes,...
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Angel Robert Tello
February 9, 1969 - April 14, 2017
Angel Robert Tello, aka Rob Tello, aka "Big Rob"Rob was loved by many. He was one of 6 children. His eldest brothers and sisters, Manuel, Victor, Adriana, Marina and his little brother Juan. He was born to Aurora Gonzales and Angel Roberto Tello on February 9, 1969 in Manzanillo, Colima, Mexico. He came to the U.S. at 9 years old. He grew up in Hawaiian Gardens with his family and friends. ...
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Darrell Timothy Reed
October 30, 1953 - April 10, 2017
Darrell Timothy Reed was born on October 30th, 1953to Creasie and Wendell Reed in Los Angeles, California. Hewas a true middle child having 4 older brothers, 2 youngerbrothers and 2 younger sisters. In 1958 the family relocatedto Shreveport, Louisiana where they embraced the countrylife. Darrell loved to tag along with his older brothers.Together they worked along with their father in thefamily...
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Norma Carino
October 4, 1942 - April 9, 2017
Am FreeDon't grieve for me, for now I'm freeto follow the path God made 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 love, to laugh, to work or play.Tasks left undone must stay that way,for I found peace at last, that day.If my parting has left a void,then fill it with remembering joy.A friendship shared, a laugh, a kiss,oh yes,...
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Sarah Rae Rosson
July 14, 1988 - March 24, 2017
Sarah Rae Rosson was born July 14, 1988 at Little Company of Mary Hospital in Torrance CA. Sarah lived for her family and the children in her life (fur and human alike). She was better known as Sissy, Rarah , and Auntie. She believed in giving everyone love and the benefit of the doubt. She had a heart that was full of love and compassion. She was good at hiding her emotions and always had a...
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Amelia Bumanglag Ramiro
March 15, 1932 - March 18, 2017
Am FreeDon't grieve for me, for now I'm freeto follow the path God made 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 love, to laugh, to work or play.Tasks left undone must stay that way,for I found peace at last, that day.If my parting has left a void,then fill it with remembering joy.A friendship shared, a laugh, a kiss,oh yes,...
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Felix Joseph Antonelli
June 19, 1935 - March 11, 2017
Miss Me, But Let Me GoWhen I come to the end of the roadAnd the sun has set for meI want no rites in a gloom-filled room,Why cry for a soul set free?Miss me a little but not too long,And not with your head bowed low,Remember the love that we once shared.Miss me . . . but let me go.For this is a journey that we all must take,And each must go alone.It's all a part of the master planA step on the...
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Suzanne R. Smith
September 27, 1931 - March 5, 2017
Miss Me, But Let Me GoWhen I come to the end of the roadAnd the sun has set for meI want no rites in a gloom-filled room,Why cry for a soul set free?Miss me a little but not too long,And not with your head bowed low,Remember the love that we once shared.Miss me . . . but let me go.For this is a journey that we all must take,And each must go alone.It's all a part of the master planA step on the...
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Prudencio E. Rumbaoa
May 18, 1929 - March 4, 2017
Prudencio Eden "Ed" Rumbaoa passed away peacefully at the age of 87 on March 4, 2017, at the Long Beach Care Center, after a long battle with several chronic diseases.Born on May 18, 1929 to Pedro and Feliza (Edralin) Rumbaoa, in the city of Sarrat, in the province of Ilocos Norte, in the Philippines' northern most island of Luzon, Ed grew up with his older sister, and their older brother. Ed's...
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Eugene Bonner Turner
October 6, 1922 - February 28, 2017
Eugene Turner of Torrance, California died on February 28, 2017 at age 94. Eugene Turner was born in 1922 to Floyd Turner and Alvina Wagner Turner in Wolf Point Montana, a town that is part of the Fort Peck Indian Reservation for the Assiniboine and Sioux tribes, where he grew up and went to high school. His father was a barber and owned jukeboxes. He had one sister, Elnor Marcella Turner, who...
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Janet Lee Bryson
May 29, 1959 - February 28, 2017
Miss Me, But Let Me GoWhen I come to the end of the roadAnd the sun has set for meI want no rites in a gloom-filled room,Why cry for a soul set free?Miss me a little but not too long,And not with your head bowed low,Remember the love that we once shared.Miss me . . . but let me go.For this is a journey that we all must take,And each must go alone.It's all a part of the master planA step on the...
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Alan Stuart Kummer
February 17, 1952 - February 15, 2017
Miss Me, But Let Me GoWhen I come to the end of the roadAnd the sun has set for meI want no rites in a gloom-filled room,Why cry for a soul set free?Miss me a little but not too long,And not with your head bowed low,Remember the love that we once shared.Miss me . . . but let me go.For this is a journey that we all must take,And each must go alone.It's all a part of the master planA step on the...
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Larry Foster Snavely
October 20, 1942 - February 14, 2017
Larry Snavely left this world for another February 14, 2017. Born October 20, 1942 in Waurika Oklahoma to William and Nan Snavely, he has lived in the South Bay area for the last 64 years. Larry leaves behind his loving wife Sheila of 47 years, Sons, Joey Snavely and wife Jill of Redondo Beach and Darren Snavely and wife Kelly from Texas, and Daughters, Stephanie Brousseau and her husband David...
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Joseph Benjamin Seary
June 16, 1925 - February 12, 2017
Arrangements under the direction of Halverson, Stone & Myers Mortuary, Torrance, CA.
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William Kenneth Jennings
September 10, 1923 - February 6, 2017
Miss Me, But Let Me GoWhen I come to the end of the roadAnd the sun has set for meI want no rites in a gloom-filled room,Why cry for a soul set free?Miss me a little but not too long,And not with your head bowed low,Remember the love that we once shared.Miss me . . . but let me go.For this is a journey that we all must take,And each must go alone.It's all a part of the master planA step on the...
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