Local obituaries for Holland & Lyons Mortuary

Feb 13, 2025

Harold Clyde Elbrecht passed away February 13, 2025 at the age of 56.

Clyde, as most knew him was born to Harmon Eugene and Adela Theresa Elbrecht; May of 1968 in Torrance California

At the age of 6, Clyde and his siblings were suddenly orphaned and split up amongst family members after both of their...

Feb 12, 2025

Kenneth A. Lenzen peacefully passed away at High Desert Haven on February 12, 2025.

He will be deeply missed by his loving family.

Nearly four years ago, he relocated to Ridgecrest, California, to be closer to his daughter, Kristi Lenzen, who lovingly cared for his daily needs as his health declined.

Kenneth was...

Feb 12, 2025

It is with deep sorrow and heartfelt remembrance that we announce the passing of Eddie Valerio, who died peacefully at the age of 102 on February 12, 2025, at his residence.

Eddie was born on September 25, 1922, in Denver, Colorado, and grew up in a time when resilience and service to others were deeply valued. A...

Feb 10, 2025

Barry Dalton Show passed into eternal life at his home in Ridgecrest, CA on Monday, February 10, 2025.

Barry was born on June 17, 1942, raised in Farmington, PA, and attended Uniontown Joint Senior High School in Uniontown, PA.

Barry joined the U.S. Navy at the age of 17 in 1959. He worked as a...

Feb 7, 2025

Clifford WIlliam DeGraw was born on September 11, 1936 in Sharon, Connecticut. He was born to Clifford and Marjorie DeGraw. He was passed away peacefully February 7, 2025.

There will be services at HK Holland Memorial Chapel on Tuesday February 18, 2025 at 12PM with a visitation being held prior from 11AM-12:00 PM. A burial and military...

Feb 6, 2025

June 1959 - February 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Mark Godfrey. Mark Alan Godfrey, 65 years young, and longtime resident of Ridgecrest, CA left us to be with his Savior on February 6, 2025. Mark was the youngest of 6 boys born to Marv and Dorthy Godfrey. Mark was preceded...

Jan 29, 2025

Florence Barglowski passed away on January 29, 2025, in Ridgecrest, California. She was born on July 19, 1927, in Sayreville, New Jersey to Catherine (Lis) and Benjamin Stelmaszek. She is preceded in death by her husband Leo, her parents, Cecilia Koflanovich (sister) and brother Alfred Stelmaszek. Florence is survived by her children Michelle (Patrick) Treleven, Mark (Stephanie) Barglowski, Jan...

Jan 28, 2025

Paul Joseph Kelly passed away Tuesday, January 28, 2025. Paul was born on Feb 24, 1935, to James and Margaret Kelly in Dunmore, PA.  He graduated from St Paul High School in 1953.  He joined the Army and served from 1955-1957 and in the reserves until 1962.

He attended Penn State University and graduated from Fairleigh Dickenson...

Jan 27, 2025

On the 27th of Jan 2025 Patricia Sue Kincheloe took her final breath with loved ones in tow and graduated from this realm into God's arms in Ridgecrest California.  She was blessed into this world on 14 July, 1934, in Marion, Il and is survived by her daughter, Sandra Kincheloe Pelant, their second son, Timothy Kincheloe, and her first...

Jan 23, 2025

Reuben Peter Gomez, Sr., 86, passed away on January 23, 2025, in Ridgecrest, California. Born on February 28, 1938, in Visalia, California, Reuben lived a life of dedication, service, and love for his family.

Reuben proudly served his country in the United States Navy for 22 years. Throughout his distinguished military career, he completed multiple tours in...

Jan 17, 2025

William H Broyles, better known as "Scotty" by all that knew him, passed away on January 17, 2025 at age 96. He was born in Mesquite, TX on August 8, 1928 to Sidney and Ida Broyles.

He met Betty McWilliams in 1948 in Dallas. After returning from a stint in the Navy stationed in San Diego and...

Jan 16, 2025

Marianne Kistler Villegas was born on July 5, 1934 in Hood River, Oregon. She passed away peacefully on January 16, 2025 in Ridgecrest, California. She is survived by her husband Richard Villegas.

Jan 16, 2025

Alberto "Al" Garza

June 27, 1942 – January 16, 2025

Alberto "Al" Garza, 82, passed away on January 16, 2025, surrounded by his loving family in Ridgecrest, CA. Al was born on June 27, 1942, to Federico and Eloisa Garza in San Diego, TX.

Al is survived by his beloved wife of 47...

Jan 14, 2025

Long time resident of Ridgecrest, Gordon Adams, "Gordy," passed away on January 14, 2025 in

Ridgecrest, CA with the ones that loved and supported him the most by his side. Gordy was born

on April 18, 1936 in Gary Indiana to Francis and Marion Jones also of Indiana.

"Gordy" also known as "Mr....

Jan 11, 2025

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of our beloved Husband, Dad, Grandpa, Papa, brother and friend whose wisdom, wit, humor and strength touched the lives of everyone who knew him.

Born on Halloween, October 31, 1946, in Lynwood, California to Dale and Clarice Campbell. His life was full of love, laughter, hard work,...

Jan 11, 2025

Jack Earl Sturdy Passed away Saturday, January 11, 2025, of natural causes.  He was 77 years old.

Jack was born on November 16, 1947, to Earl and Flora Mae Sturdy in Pocatello, ID.  The family moved here in 1958-59 when his dad got a job at China Lake.  Jack graduated from Burroughs High School.  Jack was in...

Jan 8, 2025

Lynn David Collie, 81, unexpectedly passed away at home on January 8, 2025. He was a beloved father, husband, brother, grandfather and friend who will be missed by all who knew him.

Lynn, or "Butch", was born January 5, 1944 in Van Nuys, Ca. to Burton and Katherine Collie, but moved to Ridgecrest where he spent his...

Jan 8, 2025

Donna passed away peacefully on January 8, 2025 @ Arrowhead Regional Hospital in Colton Ca. At the age of 68.  Donna  was born April 16, 1956 in Visalia Ca. to the parents of  Bill and JoAnn Shepard.

Bill and Jo Ann Shepard  moved to Ridgecrest in 1957.

She preceded in death by both parents, and...

Jan 8, 2025

Previous resident John Andrew Shoaf passed away in Las Vegas, Nevada on January 08th, 2025 from Natural Causes. John was born on May 01, 1936 in Perryopolis, Pennsylvania to his father, George Shoaf and his mother, Clara Shoaf. He was preceded in death by his wife of over 55 years, Kathy Elaine Shoaf, (2019) Father, George Shoaf, (1983,) Mother,...

Jan 6, 2025

Charles Emery Woods passed from this life to the next on Monday, January 6, 2025. Known throughout the community and beyond as an extraordinary maker of violins, talented engineer and builder, dedicated Christian, and devoted husband and father, he will be missed by so many.

Charles was born in Tucson, Arizona November 8,1935 to George Freeman and...