Local obituaries for Holland & Lyons Mortuary

Dec 25, 2024

Bonnie Louise Patterson was born on February 27, 1973 in Ridgecrest, California. She passed away on December 25, 2024 in Ridgecrest, California. She is survived by her brother Scott Richardson and sister Melissa Lytell.

Dec 24, 2024

Karrell Lynn Baer joined the Lord and peacefully entered eternal rest on Christmas Eve, just one day before her cherished holiday. Her warmth, kindness, and vibrant spirit touched the lives of everyone fortunate enough to know her. Karrell leaves behind a loving legacy through her devoted husband, daughter, sons, parents, and an extended family of aunts, uncles, cousins, and...

Dec 23, 2024

Gene Martin Gerard Jr. of Ridgecrest, California passed away at his residence on December 23, 2024. Gene was born on October 14, 1959 in Aurora, Colorado to Gene Gerard Sr. and Leona Edmondson. Gene Gerard Jr. will be missed dearly by his friends and family and memorial service is scheduled to celebrate his life at Holland & Lyons Mortuary....

Dec 20, 2024

On December 20, 2024, after a battle with cancer, Michael peacefully left us to meet his wife at the gates of paradise. He was surrounded by his children, grandchildren, and friends, in his last days.

Michael was born in Oceanside, California on May 16th, 1949, to June Scott and Fred Scurlock. He grew up there until moving...

Dec 1, 2024

With hearts filled with love, we celebrate the inspiring life of Donna De Min, who passed away peacefully on December 1, 2024, in Ridgecrest, CA with her three children by her side. She was a loving and generous woman with an indomitable spirit. Strong and steadfast to the end of her full and vibrant 77-year life. It was her...

Nov 29, 2024

Master Gunnery Sergeant (MGySgt) Sheldon K. Simonovich, USMC (Ret)

MGySgt Simonovich was born on 24 May 1939 in Virginia, MN on the Mesabi Iron Range to Louis & Nancy Simonovich. He was raised in Washington, DC and Arlington, VA, and graduated in 1956 from Washington-Lee High School in Arlington. He enlisted in the Marine Corps on 3...

Nov 25, 2024

Jamie Kealohi-Perry was born in Honolulu, Hawaii on April 06, 1976 to James and Ann Lou Kealohi. Jamie passed away peacefully at her home in Ridgecrest, CA with her family by her side. A more detailed obituary is to follow. Service information is listed below.

Nov 20, 2024

John Merrill Johnson Jr. (Jay to his family and friends) was born on September 12, 1931, in Waukegan, Illinois. He passed from this life at the age of 93 on November 20, 2024, in Ridgecrest, California. He had made his home in the Indian Wells Valley since 1954.

John received his B.S. in Electrical Engineering from Northwestern...

Nov 19, 2024

Donald Earl Byrd was born on March 16, 1941 in Little Blue, Missouri to Joseph and Bernice Byrd.  He passed away peacefully at his residence in Trona, California on November 19, 2024. A more detailed obituary will follow at a later date.

There will be a memorial service at HK Holland Memorial Chapel on Saturday December 7,...

Nov 18, 2024

Joel Gregory Moline 10/7/1967 - 11/18/2024 It is with great sadness we announce that Joel Gregory Moline, beloved son, brother, spouse, father and friend passed away on November 18, 2024 at Palmdale Hospital in Palmdale CA due to complications from diabetes. Joel was born on October 7th, 1967 in Ridgecrest, CA to Arnold Moline and Arlene Rabe. He was...

Nov 17, 2024

Richard Isezaki Quinata, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and proud serviceman, passed away peacefully on November 17, 2024, at the age of 76, surrounded by his cherished family in Ridgecrest, California.

Born on November 28, 1947, in Umatac, Guam, Richard was the second of eight children of Tomas and Josefina Quinata. In 1969, he met the...

Nov 12, 2024

Betty Jean Turner was born on January 28, 1938 in Memphis, Tennessee to Edward and Bettie Young. She spent 67 years as a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother to many and will be truly missed by all who knew her. She passed away peacefully in the early morning hours of November 12, 2024 in Ridgecrest, Ca.

Nov 10, 2024

Agnes Duluena Wong, a devoted wife, mother, lola, sister, aunt, and friend passed away peacefully in San Diego on November 10, 2024. She was known for her family-oriented nature, caring spirit, and selflessness. Many would often gravitate to her outgoingness and humor, causing some to seek her for advice and comfort. She enjoyed cooking and hosting, making sure friends...

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...