All Obituaries

William Fred McClellan, beloved husband and father, passed away peacefully on August 23, 2023, at the age of 89, in Banning, California. He was born on August 8, 1934, in Long Beach, California, to James Stewart and Edna McClellan. Fred attended Beaumont High School, where he met his high school sweetheart, Janis. They were later married in Cherry Valley and lived happily together for 65 years. Fred served in the Army during Vietnam. He then owned a gas diesel station and auto repair...

Betty Jean Rice, our beloved sister, mother, grandmother and friend passed away on September 14, 2023 at the age of 96 in Hemet, California. Betty was born in Huzzah, Missouri on January 28, 1927 and lived there with her dad Zelmar, mother Ethel, and two little sisters Peggy and Bonnie. After she graduated from Cherryville High School the family moved to Blythe, California. Betty worked at Security Bank and met her future husband Johnny Rice at a local dance. They were blessed with two...

Zachary Joseph Lippa, known to friends and family as Zack, passed away peacefully in his sleep on September 9, 2023, in Banning, California. Born July 4, 1980, in Rochester, New York, Zack was a vibrant, passionate individual who left a significant impact on everyone he met. Zack was the loving son of Bonita Lippa and the late Frank J. Lippa. He was a cherished brother to Adam Lippa and sister-in-law Rosie Olvera. As an uncle, he was adored by Christian Winters, Delayna Winters, Kelsie...

David A. Montague, a beloved husband, father, brother, and respected high school teacher, passed away on August 14, 2023, at Beaumont, CA, after a long battle with Parkinson's Disease. Born on February 20, 1945, David lived a rich and fulfilling life filled with kindness, faith, and a love of history. David is survived by his loving wife of 40 years, Rosalinda Montague, his son, Christopher Montague, and his sister, Susan Humble. He was a beacon of kindness and thoughtfulness. His faith was...

Obituary: Nicholas Szymanski passed away at the age of 24 years old on Wednesday August 16th, 2023. Though he left us far too soon, we know he is now in Gods hands. He is survived by his Father and Mother, Justin and Venice Calnan. His siblings Mercedez, Brandon and Raylynn. His grandmother Becky. His Aunt and Uncle Andrea and Bobby and his cousins Selena, TJ, and Dominick. As well as his Nephews, Nieces and California Family.  

David Reyna of Cabazon, California passed away on Sep 6, 2023. His loved ones are composing his obituary, which you will be able to read here.

Linda Kaye Maddox was born to the union of Will and Marie Maddox on May 16, 1956 in Bastrop, Louisiana. Kaye left Louisiana and moved to California with her family. She attended Banning High School where she graduated. After graduation, she started a career caring for developmentally disabled adults at Valley View. Kaye met her first love Jeffrey Ware and they had a daughter Timica Ware. Kaye attended Shiloh Baptist Church and she had a great love for the Lord. Kaye was very...

Tommie Davis was born in Banning, California on April 9,1966 to the late Robert Lee Davis and Helen Davis. He entered into a peaceful rest on July 27, 2023 in San Diego, California. He was the 5th child born to his parents whom both loved him very dearly. Tommie received his education attending K-12 schools at Banning Unified School District and eventually graduating Banning High School Class of 1984 (Go Broncos). While he attended these schools he found his passion for music. He became a...

Lucy Rivera Villalpando, 80, entered enteral life on August 8, 2023. Lucy was born on June 4, 1943, in Los Angeles, CA to her parents Nazario "Carlos" and Lucy Rivera. At the age of 5 the family relocated from Los Angeles to the Pass Area, where she attended Banning Schools and was a member of Precious Blood Catholic Church. She had a career in banking as a bookkeeper with San Gorgonio Savings and Loan, devoted her time to being a homemaker, mother and grandmother raising children and...

Armando "Mando" Lara, passed away on July 28, 2023 in Banning, Ca. He was born on June 26, 1980, in Banning, Ca to Alex Lara Sr. and Sandra Diaz. He was a loving son, devoted father, caring brother, doting grandfather, a dear uncle and friend to many. Around him, there was an aura of strength and resiliency. He is survived by his mother, Sandra Diaz and his legacy will continue to live on through his children: Nino Lara, Ebony Duro, Alize Lara, Jasper Lara, and Nikolas Lara. His...