Our Obituaries
Dionicia Reyes
April 20, 1923 - January 17, 2018
Dionicia Reyes, 94 passed away on January 17, 2018 in Fillmore, CA. She was born April 20, 1923 in Las Varas State of Chihuahua Mexico. She was a resident of Ventura County for 46 yrs. She was a beloved homemaker to her family and loved working in her garden.She was preceded in death by her husband Jesus Reyes Sr., daughter Maria Reyes, son Pedro Reyes.She is survived by her remaining children...
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Henry Martin Laird
May 14, 1929 - January 15, 2018
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our Dad, Papa, Great-Grandpa, Henry Laird, after a long illness, on Monday, January 15th, at the age of 88. He is preceded in death by his parents Jewell and Angie Laird and his brother William and sister Charlene. He will lovingly remembered by his children Gary, Greg (Jeannie), Kim (Joe), Kelly (Seth), and Gordon (Debi). He will forever...
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Leonard Acosta Preciado
March 15, 1922 - January 7, 2018
Leonard A. Preciado passed away January 7, 2018 in Piru, California at he age of 95.Pops was born in Piru March 15, 1922 and was a lifelong resident. He is survived by three children, Carol Conaway(Paul) ,Kenneth Preciado(Pam), Leonard Preciado Jr.(Nani). He also leaves thirteen grandchildren, twenty-three great-grandchildren, and two great-great grandchildren. He is preceded in death by spouse...
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Mary Barbara Lemke
May 28, 1915 - December 14, 2017
Mary Barbara Lemke passed away peacefully on Dec. 14, 2017. A Fillmore resident since 1977, Mary Barbara was born May 28, 1915 in Yakima, WA.She graduated from St. Joseph Academy in 1933. She worked for Rincon from 1977 until her retirement in 1991. She is preceded in death by her sister Rita Lawton (John). Survived by her sister Joan Brock (Charles), nephews Howard Reichert Jr and Jon...
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Antonio Jose Gonzales
June 13, 1936 - November 9, 2017
Arrangements under the direction of Skillin-Carroll Mortuary, Fillmore, CA.
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Raul Avina Hernandez
August 16, 1961 - October 16, 2017
Arrangements under the direction of Skillin-Carroll Mortuary, Fillmore, CA.
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Henry Lee Shipley
March 25, 1956 - October 9, 2017
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Felicitas Valdez
November 23, 1945 - September 22, 2017
It is with great sadness, after battling health complications. We announce the passing of our beloved wife, mother, daughter, sister, aunt and grandmother on Thursday September 22, 2017. She was surrounded by her loving family. Felicitas was born in Temastian, Jalisco , Mexico on November 23, 1945. She was married to Salvador Valdez and together they would've celebrated their 50th wedding...
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Barbara Doreen Van Noy
December 29, 1931 - September 3, 2017
Arrangements under the direction of Skillin-Carroll Mortuary, Fillmore, CA.
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Norma Martinez
March 27, 1936 - August 28, 2017
It is with great sadness and heavy hearts we announce that our wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother, Norma Martinez began her heavenly journey on August 28, 2017 at the age of 81. Norma was born on March 27 1936 in Fillmore. Where she was raised on Rancho Sespe ranch. she was a long time resident of Fillmore. She graduated from Fillmore High school in 1954. After many years of...
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Charles James Alamillo
July 25, 1937 - August 10, 2017
Charles James Alamillo, 80, went to be with the Lord, on Thursday, August 10, 2017 at his home in Fillmore, CA.He leaves behind his wife of 54 years, Barbara (Williams) Alamillo; his daughters Crystal Martinez and Natasha Alamillo; his son, Jamie Alamillo and wife Erica; his sister Francis Palacio and her husband Albert, and all his grandchildren Bernadette, Nicollette, Amanda, Heidi, Adrian,...
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Fred J. Lombardi
May 24, 1932 - August 7, 2017
Fred Lombardi, 85, born Fernando Joseph Lombardi to Ferdinand Lombardi and Mary Kennedy Lombardi of Brooklyn, NYC, New York, passed away peacefully to be with our Lord Jesus in the morning on August 7th, 2017. Fred was raised by his father, "Pop," in Brooklyn with his two older sisters. Fred began his carreer working as a machinist for Curtiss Wright before meeting his new found love,...
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Pansy A. Miller
October 27, 1922 - July 2, 2017
Pansy Amy Miller, loving wife, devoted mother and loyal grandmother, passed peacefully on to heaven on July 2, 2017.Pansy was born October 27, 1922 in Hale Center, Texas, to her parents, James and Merwyn Rogers. She was one of five siblings, with Lois, John, Garland, and Billy. The family moved from Hale Center to the Stevenville, Texas area; then, in 1943 Pansy came with her family to Fillmore,...
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Daniel Ramires Torres
July 10, 1949 - June 4, 2017
Daniel "Danny" Torres1949-2017PiruIt is with hearts filled with peace, love and prayer that we send the soul of our dearly departed husband and father to you Lord.Danny Torres, Piru Lake dam operator for over 29 years, was born and raised in the beautiful town of Piru and was proud to be known as a Piruvian. He was born into a family of musicians and quickly found his musical talents in playing...
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Ysaias Rivera Marron
June 12, 1934 - May 7, 2017
Arrangements under the direction of Skillin-Carroll Mortuary, Fillmore, CA.
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Isabel S. Ruiz
September 10, 1964 - April 27, 2017
Isabel S Ruiz, 52 of Fillmore CA passed away suddenly April 27th 2017 at VCMC in Ventura CA.Isabel was born September 10, 1964 to Victoria SantaRosa Ramirez and Federico SantaRosa. Having been a Fillmore resident since the age of 4 Isabel has crossed paths with many of the community. She met her husband Baudelio in June 1978 and then married October 11th, 1980. She knew she wanted a better life...
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Katheryn Lucille Wilson
May 5, 1927 - April 6, 2017
Katheryn Lucille Rose Curnett WilsonFillmore, CAKatheryn Wilson passed peacefully into the arms of our Lord on April 6, 2017 with her family by her bedside. Katheryn was the middle child of three and was born on the Choctaw Reservation near Hugo, Oklahoma.Preceding her in death were her parents Hubert Campbell Rose and Tommie Mae Rose, her two brothers Russel and Gorman Rose.Katheryn was the...
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Susan R. Preciado
March 13, 1955 - April 5, 2017
SUSAN ROMERO PRECIADOSunrise March 13, 1955Sunset April 5, 2017At sunset, with a beautiful view in her home, surrounded by her loving husband Ernie, daughter Teresa and her husband Adan, son Richard and his wife Erica, all her precious grandchildren, sisters, sisters in law, nieces, nephews and their families, in prayer, listening to music that she loved, holding her hands and lovingly caressing...
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Charles Eugene Lidikay
February 10, 1972 - March 11, 2017
Charles Eugene Lidikay, DVM, passed away on March 11, 2017, in Fillmore, California. The Medical Examiner's office is still determining whether his death was natural or accidental. Charles was born on February 10, 1972, in Tulare, California, to Bill and Janet Lidikay. He graduated from Bonita High School, CSU Stanislaus, and the University of Davis School of Veterinary Medicine, beginning his...
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Homer Guindal Long
June 27, 1939 - February 15, 2017
Arrangements under the direction of Skillin-Carroll Mortuary, Fillmore, CA.
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James Edgar Horn
April 26, 1941 - February 14, 2017
It's with great sadness and heavy hearts to announce the passing of James Edgar Horn. Jim was born on April 26, 1941 to Helen (Taylor) Horn and Robert Horn in Cimarron, New Mexico. Jim passed peacefully on February 14, 2017 surrounded by his loving family.Jim started his working career in 1962 working in "The Patch" for 8 years. He worked for Bestwell Service as well as California Production...
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Mayra L. Vargas
August 5, 1966 - February 13, 2017
Mayra L. Vargas, age 50, resident of Fillmore, California passed away on Monday, February 13, 2017 of a long struggle with type II diabetes and heart disease.Mayra was born August 5, 1966 in Ensenada, B.C. She was a resident of Ventura county for 47 years.Mayra worked as a Hairdresser for four years. She worked for the Oxnard Police Department as a records clerk for ten years. She then worked...
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Charles J. Morford
April 25, 1934 - February 2, 2017
Charles "Jerry" Morford, 82, of Fillmore, California, passed away on Thursday, February 2nd, with family by his side. He is preceded by Carol "CJ" Morford (d. 1997), wife of 47 years, son, Michial Morford (d. 2016), and wife Roberta Roush-Morford, (d. 2014) wife of 16 years. He was beloved father to Michial (d 2014), Ken, and Skip; step-father to David, Donna, Diana; Father-in-law to Betty,...
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Ronald Wesley Lynn
April 4, 1948 - January 31, 2017
Arrangements under the direction of Skillin-Carroll Mortuary, Fillmore, CA.
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Mucio Medina
June 24, 1930 - January 14, 2017
Arrangements under the direction of Funeraria del Angel Oxnard, Oxnard, CA.
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Alfred Nathan Stone
August 17, 1924 - January 12, 2017
Arrangements under the direction of Skillin-Carroll Mortuary, Fillmore, CA.
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Celia Correa De Felix
March 21, 1947 - January 11, 2017
Arrangements under the direction of Skillin-Carroll Mortuary, Fillmore, CA.
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Larry Lee Lhotka
December 3, 1956 - January 6, 2017
Larry Lee Lhotka, 60, of Fillmore passed away peacefully, surrounded by family and friends on January 6, 2017, after a six year battle with Multiple Myeloma. He was born in Fosston, Minnesota on December 3, 1956, the fifth of ten children to Frank Kenneth and Patricia (Bregel) Lhotka. He was raised in Grand Portage, Minnesota and graduated from Grand Marais High School in 1974.In 1985, he...
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Teresa Valencia De Torres
August 25, 1932 - December 23, 2016
Arrangements under the direction of Skillin-Carroll Mortuary, Fillmore, CA.
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Maria Del Carmen Rico
December 24, 1974 - December 19, 2016
Arrangements under the direction of Skillin-Carroll Mortuary, Fillmore, CA.
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Bettye Jo Nichols
May 23, 1927 - December 12, 2016
Arrangements under the direction of Skillin-Carroll Mortuary, Fillmore, CA.
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Terry Kaye Campbell
November 25, 1951 - December 5, 2016
Arrangements under the direction of Skillin-Carroll Mortuary, Fillmore, CA.
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Alexandria L. Real
November 11, 1949 - November 23, 2016
Arrangements under the direction of Skillin-Carroll Mortuary, Fillmore, CA.
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Angele Joske
June 15, 1927 - November 18, 2016
Arrangements under the direction of Skillin-Carroll Mortuary, Fillmore, CA.
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James William Scott
February 12, 1934 - November 14, 2016
Arrangements under the direction of Skillin-Carroll Mortuary, Fillmore, CA.
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Gay Louise Newman
September 1, 1945 - November 3, 2016
Gay Louise Lewis Newman was born on September 1, 1945, to Luceal Harriet McGregor Lewis and Leland William Lewis, at Santa Paula Memorial Hospital. She passed away peacefully, on November 3, 2016. Funeral Services will be held at 10:00 a.m., on Thursday, November 10th, at the Bardsdale United Methodist Church in Fillmore. There will be a viewing held, for friends and family, beforehand at the...
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Marvin Ray Hansen
November 11, 1952 - October 17, 2016
Arrangements under the direction of Skillin-Carroll Mortuary, Fillmore, CA.
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Vernon Elton Arnold
January 28, 1930 - October 15, 2016
Vernon E. Arnold, 86, of Fillmore, California, died peacefully following a long illness on October 15, 2016, attended to by family members and loved ones.Vern was preceded in death by his parents, Elton and Esther (Schmid) Arnold, and brothers (in order of passing) Dale, Earle, Donald, Roy, and Merle. He is survived by his loving wife of 53 years, Mary Joanne (Paul) Arnold; sons Matthew,...
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Benjamin Joe Meraz
March 31, 1951 - October 15, 2016
Benjamin "Ben" Joe Meraz died in his home on October 15th, 2016. He was 65 years old. Ben was born on March 31, 1951, in Chula Vista, CA to Henrietta Zamaripa and Jose Luis Meraz. He graduated from Ventura College with an associate degree in 1979. He then went on to serve 6 years in the Army participating in the 82nd Airborne.Ben is survived by his daughter & son-in-law, Vince and Christie...
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Nicolas Perez Robles
September 10, 1926 - October 9, 2016
Arrangements under the direction of Skillin-Carroll Mortuary, Fillmore, CA.
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Doris Peyton Guthrie
October 15, 1924 - October 5, 2016
Arrangements under the direction of Skillin-Carroll Mortuary, Fillmore, CA.
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Emma Jean Hill
February 13, 1926 - September 18, 2016
Emma Jean Hill was born on February 13, 1926 in Lavaca, Arkansas to Ira and Dovie Hobbs. Emma married John Hill in 1942 in Arkansas and moved to Fillmore, California where they built their life together for seventy three years. Emma who answered mostly to her middle name "Jean" passed away Sunday, September 18, 2016. Emma was preceded in death by her husband John and daughter Ruby...
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Isaac Gonzalez
October 30, 1995 - September 16, 2016
Arrangements under the direction of Skillin-Carroll Mortuary, Fillmore, CA.
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Elisa G. Gonzalez
January 31, 1939 - September 5, 2016
In Loving Memory Elisa G. Gonzalez, 77 passed away on September 5, 2016 in Salinas, CA. Elisa was born in Tepatitlan, Jalisco on January 31, 1939. She is survived by her husband Urbano and children Silvia Lucero, Leticia Gonzalez-Ponce, Rosalba Viera, Ricardo Gonzalez and Lucila Gonzalez and was predeceased by her son Joel Gonzalez who passed away in 1979. A Visitation Service will be held...
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Ralph Page Rees
February 17, 1926 - September 3, 2016
Arrangements under the direction of Skillin-Carroll Mortuary, Fillmore, CA.
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Elbert Quentin Meletti
July 7, 1940 - August 31, 2016
Arrangements under the direction of Skillin-Carroll Mortuary, Fillmore, CA.
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Jesus Torres Mercado
May 19, 1940 - August 28, 2016
Arrangements under the direction of Skillin-Carroll Mortuary, Fillmore, CA.
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Loren Lester Tull
November 11, 1952 - August 24, 2016
Arrangements under the direction of Skillin-Carroll Mortuary, Fillmore, CA.
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Jesus Cortez Garcia
October 15, 1936 - August 22, 2016
Arrangements under the direction of Skillin-Carroll Mortuary, Fillmore, CA.
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James Luther MOSELEY
May 21, 1939 - August 19, 2016
Arrangements under the direction of Skillin-Carroll Mortuary, Fillmore, CA.
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Rosalia Marie Easton
September 10, 1925 - August 12, 2016
Arrangements under the direction of Skillin-Carroll Mortuary, Fillmore, CA.
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Lois Marie Beem
February 3, 1939 - August 4, 2016
Lois Marie Beem 77, Buellton, CA went to be with the Lord August 4, 2016. She was born February 3, 1939, in Livingston, Texas, the daughter of late Nancy Velvie and Don Knutson. Lois worked at Savon Drug Store in Ventura California for 12 years. She volunteered at the American Legion, Buellton Senior Center, Elks Lodge Visalia CA and attended church at Church at the Crossroads in Buellton, CA...
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Victoria Lea Fildes
October 2, 1948 - July 23, 2016
Arrangements under the direction of Skillin-Carroll Mortuary, Fillmore, CA.
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Esther Brigida Perez Doran
October 8, 1925 - July 4, 2016
Arrangements under the direction of Skillin-Carroll Mortuary, Fillmore, CA.
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Calvin Dewayne Deeter
October 9, 1929 - June 24, 2016
Arrangements under the direction of Skillin-Carroll Mortuary, Fillmore, CA.
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Cirilo Arroyo Escobedo
February 5, 1930 - June 23, 2016
Arrangements under the direction of Skillin-Carroll Mortuary, Fillmore, CA.
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Rodolfo Francisco Ayala
November 30, 1966 - June 9, 2016
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L. D. Scott
April 14, 1921 - June 7, 2016
L D Scott, 95, Beloved Father, Brother, Grandfather and Great-Grandfather passed away 6/7/16. L D is survived by Daughter Joan Largen (Jim Burress), Grandson Mike (Julie) Largen, Great-Grandsons Nathan & Aaron Largen, Brother J W Scott & Sister Vera Mae Poe. He is proceeded in death by his Wife Verneil Scott. Graveside service will be held Tuesday; 6/14 at 11:00 at Bardsdale Cemetary...
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Ernest Jasso Gonzalez
November 7, 1935 - June 4, 2016
Ernesto Jasso GonzalesErnie was born on November 7, 1935 in Rancho Sespe in Fillmore. Our heavenly father has called him home on June 4, 2016. He was a lifelong resident of Fillmore and raised his family in Piru.He served in the US Marine Corp and was self-employed with Sunshine Lawn and Garden for 30 years.He was a very hard worker and always kept busy. Ernie was a good provided for his...
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Kevin Michael Wilson
January 20, 1968 - May 10, 2016
Arrangements under the direction of Skillin-Carroll Mortuary, Fillmore, CA.
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Eleanor Arias Arias
December 24, 1935 - April 9, 2016
Eleanor Delano AriasFillmore, CAIt is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved mother Eleanor Delano Arias. She was born on December 24, 1935 and on April 9, 2016 she began "the first day of the rest of her life." She moved on to her new life peacefully at home surrounded by her loved ones in Fillmore, CA. Ellie was born in Longview Texas. Along with her parents...
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Carol Marie Maus
December 15, 1940 - April 1, 2016
With great sorrow yet with great hope and love weannounce the death of our beautiful and brilliantmother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, auntand friend Carol Marie Maus. Carol has been takenby the angels to be with her Lord and Savior JesusChrist and to be reunited with her loving husbandRick and all those family and friends who have gonebefore her. Carol was born to Joseph and...
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Felix Edward Noriega
October 15, 1956 - March 21, 2016
Felix was born on October 15 1956 to Florencio R Noriega & Trini Burboa in Ventura Ca. He grew up one of eight children in Santa Paula, CA where he went on to attend high school. There he met his high school sweetheart Debbie A Gobble who he married on April 20 1974. Felix & Debbie are proud parents of Felix E Noriega Jr., Gilbert M Noriega, Joseph D Noriega & Sammy S Noriega. Felix's...
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Patricia Keneally Baum
July 22, 1936 - March 14, 2016
Arrangements under the direction of Skillin-Carroll Mortuary, Fillmore, CA.
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Martin Gerardo Morales
August 26, 1959 - March 6, 2016
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Nora Gladys Neal
March 10, 1917 - March 5, 2016
Nora Gladys Neal went to her heavenly home March 5, 2016. She was born on March 10, 1917, in Halfway, Missouri to parents George Elby and Dollie Ellen (Bishop) Sullivan. Nora was immersed in a Christian community from the time she was young, and accepted Jesus Christ as her personal savior when she was only seven years old. She had what some would call a "simple faith." She loved Jesus, sought to...
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Isidoro Ortiz Ibarra
January 16, 1953 - February 14, 2016
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Reguberto Landeros
February 5, 1964 - January 7, 2016
Rigo Landeros A strong voice of community pride and optimism in the City of Fillmore has gone silent with the passing of Fillmore Fire Chief and Assistant City Manager Rigo Landeros. Chief Landeros had a love of family and community that was known throughout Ventura County. His love and devotion to those he cared about was unmatched, and he was constantly waving and greeting friends, children...
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Martiniano Curiel
July 1, 1924 - December 14, 2015
Martinano Curiel, our beloved father, grandfather, brother, and uncle passed away quietly on December 14, 2015 at the age of 93. Our Father in Heaven decided it was time to reunite him with his wife Cora, daughter Josie, son Bill, sisters Fabiana & Carmen, brother Chon, mother Monica, and Father Feliciano.As a very young man, Martin came to Fillmore as a Bracero and found a home at "Pinas" on...
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Dolores Ponce Rivera
April 8, 1938 - December 8, 2015
Dolores P. Rivera (Lola)Fillmore. CALola passed on December 8, after a 2015 lengthy illness. She was born at her parent's home in Piru, CA in 1938. She started working at the Fillmore-Piru Citrus at the age of 16 and worked there for 39 years. In between that time she married Joe Rivera and they had four children Jo Ann, Joe, Jeanette, & Michael and resided in Fillmore. When she was younger...
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Jess Frias Leon
November 21, 1942 - August 30, 2015
Jess Frias Leon, born November 21, 1942, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, August 30, 2015. Born in Fillmore, CA to Gabriel C. Leon and Nicolasa F. Leon, he was the youngest of six children. Jess graduated from Fillmore High School in 1961 where he was a star athlete excelling in football, basketball and track. He later used his talents to coach Pop Warner Football and the Cassidy Girls...
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Adrian Cervantes
September 29, 1983 - August 4, 2015
A wonderful & beloved Husband, Daddy, Son, Brother, Tio, Nino & Friend passed away August 4, 2015 as a result of a tragic car accident. He was 31 years old. Adrian was born on September 29, 1983 to Irma & David Cervantes. Since he was a young boy, Adrian had a love for sports, especially basketball. He loved playing ball with "the crew" at the 5th street apartments. In...
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Altagracia Lopez
January 6, 1923 - July 22, 2015
Altagracia López Oliveros, aged 92, died peacefully on July 22, 2015 in Fillmore, California. Altagracia was born on January, 6, 1923 in Mascota, Jalisco the daughter of Santiago Oliveros and Petra Morales. She was the fifth of eleven children. In 1940, Altagracia married her late husband Jesus López in Atenguillo, Jalisco. She was the proud mother of eight children; Esperanza, Livier,...
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Virginia Griffin
March 31, 1932 - May 27, 2015
Fillmore resident Virginia "Jean" Griffin passed away Wednesday, May 27, 2015 after a 2 ½ year-long courageous battle with ovarian cancer. Jean is preceded in death by her parents Ivan and Naomi Winteregg of Van Nuys, CA and her identical twin sister Pat Dixon (Fillmore, CA). Jean was born and raised in Van Nuys, CA. As a young person Jean's life centered around her family and the...
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Lee Carrillo Palacio
July 11, 1935 - May 24, 2015
Praise be the Lord for he welcomed his son, Lee C. Palacio Jr, into hisheavenly kingdom May 24, 2015. Lee also known as Sonny was born July 11, 1935 in Los Angeles, CA to Librado & Lydia Palacio. He was their second child, joining his sister Elenore. They were later joined by Brother Albert (Frances) and Sisters Rebecca (Mike) and Marty (Rick). He moved to Fillmore with his parents as a...
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