Local obituaries for Holland & Lyons Mortuary

Nov 8, 2024

Eugene Kusznir was born  on May 28, 1954 in New Britain, Connecticut to Stanley and Maria Kusznir. He passed away peacefully with his wife by his side on November 8, 2024 in Ridgecrest, Ca.

A more detailed obituary will follow at a later date but service details are listed below.

Nov 4, 2024

It is with great sadness we announce that Winifred Anne McCord passed away on November 4, 2024, in the hospital in Bakersfield, CA due to a kidney infection complication that led to sepsis. Born on April 29, 1940, Winifred, affectionately known as Winnie, was a beacon of positivity who immensely cherished her large family that included many grandchildren and...

Nov 1, 2024

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved child, Aiden Joseph Glover, who was born on July 18, 2011 and taken from us too soon on November 1, 2024 at the tender age of 13. Aiden was survived by his parents, Shad and Katrina, as well as his siblings Kyle, Tyler [Hannah], and Keltsey and he was...

Nov 1, 2024

John Joseph De Rosa III, beloved husband, son, brother and brother-in-law passed away peacefully at Bella Sera on 1 Nov 2024 at the age of 68.  He was born on 23 January 1956 to John Jr and Frances De Rosa and baptized at St. Joseph's Catholic Church in Jersey City, New Jersey.

He attended grammar school at...

Nov 1, 2024

Long time Ridgecrest resident Dall Gebhard Brune, a man of unwavering integrity, intellectual curiosity, and a gentle spirit, passed away peacefully on November 1, 2024, just days before his 95th birthday. Dall was born in a small farmhouse on November 9, 1929, in Optima, Oklahoma, to Oscar William Brune and Ruth Gebhard Brune. Dall spent his childhood on a...

Oct 31, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Brian Lewis Albright, who left this world on October 31, 2024, at the age of 57, following complications from early onset Alzheimer's disease.

Born on July 20, 1967, in Ridgecrest, California, Brian grew up in the rugged beauty of the Mojave Desert and the Sierra Nevada...

Oct 27, 2024

John Dibble, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away at his home on October 27, 2024, at the age of 83, surrounded by his loved ones. Known for his strength, resilience, and cheerfulness, John leaves behind a legacy of hard-work, and love for the Lord and his family. He was known as a twin with...

Oct 26, 2024

Robert Walter Turner passed away October 26, 2024.

Oct 26, 2024

Cecilia Sherlyn Toussaint, 15 of Trona, CA died October 26, 2024 in Ridgecrest, CA.

She was born on September 28, 2009 in Ridgecrest, CA to Milton L. Toussaint and Karla C. Plaskett.

Oct 24, 2024

Long-time Indian Wells Valley resident, Irene Dodson, died peacefully on October 24, 2024.  She was 99.  Irene was born on July 13, 1925, in Seminole, PA to Joseph and Louisa Stepulla.  After WWII, she moved to southern California and was employed as a civilian on the Navy base at China Lake.  There, she met Frederick Dodson who was an...

Oct 19, 2024

The family of Gary Dennis Johnson has gathered in heart and spirit to celebrate his life. Gary was born in Bakersfield, California on July 6, 1982 to Michele Seay and Gary Johnson. From the moment he was born, he captured a special place in his entire family's heart. He loved so many things besides his family – cats, dogs,...

Oct 14, 2024

John Dennis Johnson was born on February 12th, 1936 in Hutchinson, Kansas to Joseph and Hilma Johnson. He passed away peacefully on October 14, 2024 in St. Louis, Missouri. He attended Kansas State University and obtained a Masters Degree in Mechanical Engineering before moving to Ridgecrest, California in 1979. John worked as an Aerospace Engineer with Naval Air Weapons...

Oct 5, 2024

Claudia Frederique Sound passed away on October 5, 2024.  She was born to Gerard Frederic and Berthe Jeanne Martinet (known to family and friends as "Manet") on February 10, 1931 in Marrakesh, French Morocco.  Her father was a judge for the French administration, and Claudia, her mother, and her sisters would return to France every summer to stay with...

Oct 4, 2024

Noelle Adelaide Rose (Baxter) (Williams) ascended October 4, 2024, age 81, from a stroke after living with Alzheimer's for several years.

Noelle Rose was born January 19, 1943 in Detroit, Michigan to parents Eric George Rose and Adelaide Youngerman Rose. She had an older brother, Allen, and a younger sister, Janice.

Noelle is survived by...

Sep 29, 2024

Sidney Busch, a beloved husband, father, and friend, passed away peacefully on September 29, 2024, at the age of 85. Born on December 24, 1938, in Brooklyn, New York, to Fredrick and Jeanette Busch, Sidney lived a life marked by unwavering dedication, service, and love. After serving honorably in the Air Force, Sidney embarked on a distinguished career as...

Sep 28, 2024

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved wife, mother, sister, and nana, Erminia "Minnie" T. Valadez, who left us on September 28, 2024.

Minnie was married for 54 years to her devoted husband Miguel Valadez and had three beautiful children, Clarissa Irene Valadez, Sylvia Vicchini and the late Michael Steven Valadez....

Sep 23, 2024

Beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend to many.

John moved to Ridgecrest at the age of 10 years old. He was a true "Desert Rat". He lived his life "Old School", because in his words "there is no other way".

From riding his horse to Inyokern school every day until his passing. He wouldn't have...

Sep 23, 2024

Longtime Ridgecrest resident, Patricia (Pat) Lillian Perkins, passed away peacefully with family by her side on September 23, 2024. Pat was born on October 21, 1928 to Jefferson Celmer Ross and Margaret Ballantyne, in Los Angeles, CA.

Pat graduated from Los Angeles High School in 1946 and went on to study at Sawyer Business School. At the...

Sep 22, 2024

Robert G Turner Jr , known to most as Bob or Bobby T, was taken  to drum in heaven on September 22nd 2024. Bob passed away in true musician style, at band practice. Bob was a loving husband, dad, and King Pappy to his grandchildren. He was an amazing drummer and our Family rockstar. He always had wise words...

Sep 20, 2024

David Gray Lewallen was born on December 5, 1944 in Pocahontas, Arkansas to Rolan and Alta Lewallen. He passed away peacefully on September 20, 2024 in Ridgecrest, California. He is survived by his wife of 58 years Josephine A. Lewallen.