Local obituaries for Holland & Lyons Mortuary

Dec 19, 2025

Betty Petach passed away at the High Desert Haven on December 19, 2025.

Betty Petach was born on January 3, 1929 in Indianapolis, Indiana. She was raised with her sister Jean in Bloomington, Indiana by her parents Wendell and Alita Wright. Her father, Wendell, was the second Dean of Education and Vice President at Indiana University. The School of Education building...

Sep 29, 2025

Carol Masters passed away on September 29, 2025 after a long illness. She left behind her husband Howard Swader, sons Aaron Crook and James Swader and grandsons Dylan and Jace Swader. The family is planning to honor and celebrate her memory at the American Legion Post 684 on Saturday January 17, 2026 from 11am to 3pm. The address is 641...

Dec 11, 2025

Nash Douglas Berry, born on November 14, 2005, in California, tragically passed away in an accident on December 11, 2025, at the tender age of twenty. Nash's life, though brief, was marked by joy, laughter, and a commitment to his education and career.

A proud graduate of Burroughs High School in 2024, Nash demonstrated a remarkable dedication to his craft as...

Nov 7, 2025

Robert Burnett Dillinger 29 Apr 1934-7 Nov 2025 If life was a baseball game, Bob went the full 9, extra innings, and won. He was born in 1934 in Susanville, California to hardworking parents, Burnett and Irene (nee Ducasse), who owned a local flower shop and wanted the most life had to offer for Bob and his brother Norm. Growing...

Dec 11, 2025

David George Campbell, born on October 23, 1948, in Athens, Ohio, passed away on December 11, 2025, in Ridgecrest, California. He was a devoted husband to Sara K. Campbell, who survives him.

David was preceded in death by his parents, Carl A. Campbell and Georgia A. Campbell. His legacy is one characterized by his commitment to family and the profound relationships...

2025

With deep love and profound sorrow, we announce the passing of Helena Marie “Sunny” Wise, 71, long-time resident of Santa Clarita, California. She was born on December 3, 1954, in Ridgecrest, California, and passed away peacefully on December 5, 2025, in the presence of her daughters, Marie and Shawnie Wise-Hawkins, at Providence Saint Joseph Medical Center in Burbank, California.

A service...

Dec 2, 2025

Tammie A. Ferris Brunet, 56, of Ridgecrest, California, passed away at Ridgecrest Regional Hospital after a two and a half year battle with cancer. She was born December 22, 1968, in Long Beach, California to Walter and Patrisha Young Ferris.

At age 18, Tammie married the love of her life, Gerald (Jerry) Brunet on January 3, 1987. She was a loyal...

Nov 27, 2025

Nancy Bemis Brown

April 5th, 1933

Nancy Bemis Brown, 92, of Ridgecrest, CA, went home to be with our Lord and Savior, on November 27th, 2025, passing peacefully.

Born on April 5th, 1933, to the late Harry John Bemis and Carroll Thomas Bemis, in Kalamazoo, MI. Nancy grew up in Kalamazoo, MI, and Highland Park, Dallas, TX. She attended two years of college...

Nov 21, 2025

James "Jim" Gordon Kight passed away peacefully on November 21, 2025. Born on August 6,1949, in Glendale, California, Jim spent his early childhood in Inglewood before moving with his family to Ridgecrest in 1959-a community he would proudly call home for the rest of his life.

After high school, Jim began his career with the Sierra Sands Unified School District. In...

Nov 14, 2025

Priscilla Rhianne Parks, 20, of Ridgecrest, California, passed away on Friday, November 14th, 2025.

Priscilla was born on October 25, 2005, in Ridgecrest, California, to parents Michael Cowley and Pamela Parks. She grew up in Ridgecrest and later was trying to build a new life in Bishop, California.

Priscilla was known for her compassion for others, her unique sense of humor, and...

Nov 12, 2025

Betty Lou Shumway of Ridgecrest CA passed away quietly on November 12, 2025, at the age of 98. She was born on March 2, 1927, in Bellflower, CA. She married Gordon Shumway on September 28, 1945, was married for 66 years and raised three children. In the summer of 1962, the Shumway family relocated to Ridgecrest when her husband took...

Nov 11, 2025

In the early hours of November 11, 2025, Veterans Day—Dale Phillip Moore, 63, peacefully left his earthly home to begin his eternal life. To know Dale was to know a man who brought light wherever he went, restoring warmth and comfort to every place and every person he touched.

Born on September 3, 1962, in Norfolk, Virginia, Dale was the youngest...

Nov 9, 2025

Scottie Williams was born in Ridgecrest, California and grew up there with his parents, Katherine and Scott, and his sisters, Kimberly and Sarah. The youngest of three, he was the apple of his mom’s eye and a source of joy, humor, and warmth to everyone who knew him. He was deeply loved by his family: his grandma JoAnn, his stepdad...

Nov 2, 2025

Cheryl J. Hill Sargent Hopkins, 82, of Polson, Montana, and formerly of Trona, California, passed away peacefully on November 2, 2025. She was born July 22, 1943, in Trona to Euvalva (Val) and Edith Pixler Hill.

At age 16, Cheryl married the love of her life, Kenneth Sargent. After Ken's Navy retirement they returned to Trona. At...

Oct 31, 2025

Royce Henry Heseman passed away peacefully in Ridgecrest, California on October 31, 2025 at the age of 99 years and 7 months.  Royce was born on March 27, 1926 in San Francisco, California to Henry and Elsie Heseman.  He had one younger sister, Viola. Royce lived in St. Louis, Missouri and Ontario, California before coming with his family to...

Oct 27, 2025

Kim Ballard, a pillar of love and support, passed away on October 27th. She was a devoted mother, wife, and friend who touched the lives of everyone she met. Her unwavering support and unconditional love inspired many. She will be deeply missed.

She is survived by her loving family, including husband John Ballard. Sons Adam Bergeron, Joey...

Oct 27, 2025

Janavee Lamb of Ridgecrest passed away October 27, 2025, at Ridgecrest Regional Hospital. She was 68.

Graveside services will be held 9 AM Saturday, November 8, 2025, at Desert Memorial Park, Ridgecrest CA.

Mrs. Lamb was born August 3, 1957, to Rhea and Nevel Vanover of Idaho. She completed high school in 1975 and had...

Oct 25, 2025

Joy A. Hardy passed away peacefully on October 25, 2025, in Ridgecrest, California, at the age of 91. She was born on February 26, 1934, to Grover Headlee and Ruby Gittins in Victory Township, Guthrie County, Iowa.

Joy began her education in a one-room schoolhouse and later attended airline flight attendant school. In 1953, she married her high school sweetheart, Charles...

Oct 23, 2025

Harvey Welfl, 88, of Inyokern, California, passed away peacefully on October 23, 2025. Born on January 21, 1937, in Tyndall, South Dakota, Harvey lived a full life defined by hard work, honesty, and unwavering devotion to his family.

A proud business owner, Harvey built his success through perseverance and integrity, earning the respect of both colleagues and...

Oct 22, 2025

Mr. Roberts was born and grew up in Los Angeles, CA, the second son of Paul &; EstherRoberts. He was a veteran of World War II, having served proudly in the Navy in thePacific Theater. After the war, he worked as a cowboy and ranch hand in California andMontana. In the early 1950s Mr. Roberts went to work at aerospace...