Local obituaries for Holland & Lyons Mortuary

Jul 20, 2024

David Dame, a vibrant and kind soul, who was born in Ridgecrest, CA on March 19th, 2004, tragically departed from this life all too soon on July 20th, 2024. David was loved by many and will forever be remembered for his genuine kindness, gentle honesty, and joyful spirit that he brought to every gathering. Known for his beloved goofy...

Jul 16, 2024

Ruth Joan Woodman, of Ridgecrest, CA died after a long struggle with dementia on July 16, 2024 at the age of 95.  Joan was born April 23, 1929 in Detroit, Michigan where she lived with her parents, Russell and Marian Tow, and younger brother, Russell Jr.   Her father owned a cement block shop and her mother was a registered...

Jul 15, 2024

Maria "Mary" Emma Scherbring was born on June 19, 1947 to Antonia and Maria Perez in Dodge City, Kansas. Mary a long time resident of Ridgecrest passed away on July 15, 2024 in Mammoth, California.

Jul 11, 2024

Wilson Paje Funiestas was born on October 21, 1952 in the Philippines to Jaime and Magdalena Funiestas. Wilson passed away on July 11, 2024 surrounded by his children.

Jul 9, 2024

Janice Lee Connelly was born on November 3, 1953 on the Naval Station China Lake. She passed away in Ridgecrest, Ca on July 9, 2024. She is having a memorial service to honor her life on Saturday July 13, 2024 at 10AM at the Desert Christian Center.

Jul 6, 2024

Longtime area resident, Arthur Eugene Cott, passed away on Saturday, July 6, 2024 of natural causes.  He was 95 years old.

Arthur was born on May 19, 1929 at home in the town of Willard in Shanee County, Kansas.  Arthur entered active service in the U.S. Navy on June 6, 1946 and was stationed at China Lake.  ...

Jul 6, 2024

It is with deep sadness we announce the death of Claudette Zurn, well-loved mother, grandmother and friend, who passed away July 6, 2024 in Bakersfield, CA.

Born April 26, 1947 in Wister OK. Claudette moved to California in the early 60's and married her first husband and in 1964 she welcomed her son Rex Duffle Zurn. She...

Jul 5, 2024

David Lee Johnson, age 64, left this earth to join his eternal wife on the morning of Friday, July 5th, 2024.  David was born in Duluth, Minnesota, on December 7, 1959, to Robert and Laverne Johnson and passed away from health complications at Los Robles Hospital in Thousand Oaks, CA.  He is preceded in death by his wife, Denise...

Jul 3, 2024

Marilyn Ann (White) Shermoen of Ridgecrest, CA, passed away peacefully on July 3, 2024, at the age of 81. Born on June 15, 1943, Marilyn grew up in Trona, and lived a life dedicated to her family and close friends, leaving behind a legacy of love and cherished memories.

Marilyn is survived by her loving daughter, Cheryl...

Jul 3, 2024

Chanin was born on May 5 th , 1970, in Houston, Texas. . She moved to Ridgecrest, CA, with her Mom in 1985. She graduated from Burroughs High School in 1989. Music was her life; she began singing with bands immediately after high school and made many friends in the Indian Wells Valley and surrounding areas. In singing with...

Jul 2, 2024

Arlene Evelyn Stinnett was born on May 10, 1929 to Ernest and Lela Wisner of Michigan. She passed away peacefully on July 2, 2024 in Ridgecrest, California.

A more detailed obituary to follow at a later date.

Jul 1, 2024

TruLuv Monique-Theodocia Hoffmeister-Haynes was born in Hemet, California on March 17, 2008 to Nicholas Thompson and Tiana Haynes and she passed away suddenly on July 01, 2024 in Ridgecrest, California. Services are listed below. A more detailed obituary is to follow.

Jun 29, 2024

E. Marie McArtor entered eternal life on June 29, 2024, at 8:25 in the morning. She was 96 years old. Visitation will be at Holland and Lyons Mortuary on July 9th from 4 to 7pm. The Rosary will be recited at 5:00pm. Funeral services will be at 11am on July 10th at St. Ann Catholic Church. Father Santiago will...

Jun 25, 2024

Brandy Renee Oney was born on July 25, 1980 in Geneva, Ohio to Father, John Louis Oney and Mother, Janice Lynn Wickstrom and she passed away in Wofford Heights, CA on June 25, 2024. Brandy was survived by her Mother and Father, brothers, Billy, Chris, and Joe, Son, Tyler Saunders, daughters, Penelope Bettez, Alisia Bettez, and Lilei Thomas. Services...

Jun 16, 2024

Olivia Virginia Sandoval was born on July 27, 1955 in Mexico City, Mexico. She passed away surrounded by her family on June 16, 2024 in Ridgecrest, California.

Her services will be held on Saturday June 22, 2024 at 5:00pm at the Kingdom Hall in Ridgecrest. Located at 613 E Church Ave. Ridgecrest, Ca 93555

Jun 13, 2024

Jimmy Goldstone III 'JAYJAY' was a very loving soon to be father, son, brother, uncle, and great friend to many. He tragically left this world on June 13th, 2024 at the young age of 19. He was born September 19th, 2004 in Los Alamitos, CA, and graduated from Mesquite High School in 2024. Growing up in school he loved...

Jun 12, 2024

James Nathaniel Hunter (Jim) of Trona, CA passed away on June 12, 2024, at the age of 85.

Jim was born in Lenna, OK August 20, 1938, to Gentry Hunter and Johnnie (Eloise) Carr Williams. He came to Trona in 1952 with his mother and step-father James Williams. Jim had one sister, Leona Hunter Nelsen (deceased.) He...

Jun 12, 2024

Robert S. Richmond was born on June 14, 1937 in Pomona, California to Albert and Lourilla Richmond. He passed away peacefully on Wednesday June 12, 2024 in Victorville, California.

His services will be held in Ridgecrest, California on Wednesday June 26, 2024 at St. Ann Catholic Church at 10AM with burial at Desert Memorial Park to follow....

Jun 12, 2024

It is with great sorrow that I announce the passing of my husband and best friend, Victoriano Bios Orong.  Victor's family walked him home on June 12th 2024.  Victor first made Ridgecrest his home in 1981, when he came to work on the NAWS base at China Lake, Ca

Victor was born in Niles California to Victoriano...

Jun 11, 2024

Laurel "Lo" Stender, 42, of Ridgecrest, CA, passed away on June 7, 2024, in Tulare County, California while canyoneering near the Kern River. She was born on April 6, 1982 at Camp Pendleton, and grew up in Barstow California.

Everyone loved Laurel.  She treated everyone like family.  Many people had accepted her into their closest inner circles...