Obituaries

San Diego, CA Obituaries

Local obituaries for the San Diego and San Diego County, CA area

Natalie Jean Marquardt

Natalie Jean Marquardt

Apr 5, 2025

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Natalie Marquardt, 72, who passed away at home surrounded by family following a long battle with ovarian cancer, which she fought so hard for many years. Born December 15, 1952, in Torrington, Connecticut, growing up she won many beauty pageants, a state bowling championship and loved skiing and camping...

Don Kaye

Don Kaye

Mar 19, 2025

Don George Kaye, 80, died following a 6-year battle with cancer and COPD. He died at home after being in hospice care for the last 10 months. He loved to build things. He was once a private pilot, who built his own airplane from scratch (an RV3). He built his own TV. He was an avid golfer and worked for...

Noel Lezcano Lezama

Noel Lezcano Lezama

Mar 17, 2025

Se extraña tu presencia, se atesora tu recuerdo

Y enjugará Dios toda lágrima de los ojos de ellos; y ya no habrá muerte, ni habrá más llanto, ni clamor, ni dolor; porque las primeras cosas pasaron".

 Apocalipsis 21:4

Douglas "Doug" Dwight Swick

Douglas "Doug" Dwight Swick

Jan 20, 2025

Douglas “Doug” Dwight Swick passed away on January 21, 2025 at the age of 68. He was born to George and Elizabeth Swick on September 28, 1956 in Minot, North Dakota. He graduated from George Mason High School in Falls Church, Virginia in 1974. He then went on to study printing at Rochester Institute of Technology, graduating in 1979, as...

Janet King

Janet King

Jan 3, 2025

Janet Pickett King was born to Eddie Mack Pickett and Otha Dean Dennis on June 28, 1946 in Finleyson, GA.

Janet went home to the Most High on January 3, 2025 at the age of 78. She was a devoted and loving mother and grandmother, and dear friend to many. She was always there when needed most, offering support, wisdom, and...

Deborah Jean Karlson

Deborah Jean Karlson

Dec 30, 2024

OBITUARY FOR DEBORAH J. KARLSON 

Deborah (Debbie) Jean Karlson, 66, died peacefully in Tri-City Medical Center, Vista, California on December 30, 2024, with her youngest sister Kristi by her side.

Debbie was born August 31, 1958 in San Diego, California to Donald and Kathleen (Carey) Karlson, the fourth of nine children. She was a double Irish twin, sandwiched between her barely older...

Ivka Stojanovich

Ivka Stojanovich

Oct 27, 2024

Ivka Stojanovich, of Escondido, CA passed away on Oct 27, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. Ivka grew up in Yugoslavia in Sremska Mitrovica. She left Yugoslavia as a teenager to live with her mother in Venezuela where she attended college and earned a degree in accounting. While living in Venezuela she met her husband Milorad, then immigrated to the...

Rubima Malit Flores

Rubima Malit Flores

Oct 24, 2024

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Rubima Malit Flores, also known as Ruby, a beloved mother, sister, grandmother, aunt and faithful servant of God, who joined our Creator on October 24, 2024. Rubima, the eighth of eleven siblings, Pedro, Alexander, Maria Luz, Rosby, Eduardo, Apollo, Ruth, Bernadette, Levi and Noel, was born on August 10, 1965, to Consolacion...

Carol Leighton

Carol Leighton

Oct 8, 2024

Carol Leighton, 55, of Encinitas, CA, passed away peacefully on October 8th, 2024, in the presence of a small group of family and friends.

Though Carol’s life was cut short, it was extraordinarily full. She was born in Seaham, County Durham, England on February 3rd, 1969, to Mrs. Carol Leighton (formerly Kennedy) and Mr. Stewart Leighton. Her brother Christopher joined the...

Ricardo Alonso Perez

Ricardo Alonso Perez

Sep 18, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved, Ricardo Perez, on September 19, 2024, in San Diego. 

Born on November 19, 1966, in Mexicali, Ricardo was the son of Rafael and Beatriz.

Ricardo “Raf” was an old soul, free spirit, and a thoughtful friend. He was fun to be around. Ricardo built a life of his own,...

Cristobal "Cris" Sotomayor

Cristobal "Cris" Sotomayor

Aug 13, 2024

It is with profound sadness that we mourn the passing of Cristobal “Cris” Sotomayor — a beloved son, brother, uncle, and friend.Cris was an artistic, funny, caring person who touched so many lives. Always the resident comedian, his “dad jokes” were unmatched; he lived to make everyone laugh — he lived to love.Cris’ interests stretched far and wide. Always curious,...

Linda S. Vassier

Linda S. Vassier

Aug 11, 2024

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Linda Vassier, who fought a hard-fought battle with cancer. Linda passed away on August 11, 2024 at the age of 71, surrounded by her loving family. 

Born on June 9, 1953 in Camden, New Jersey, Linda was a beacon of strength and resilience. She dedicated her life to organic gardening...

Tommy Killingsworth Jr

Tommy Killingsworth Jr

Aug 11, 2024

Early Life 

Thomas Lee Killingsworth, Jr., affectionately known as Tommy, was born on July 30, 1958, in San Diego, California, to Thomas and Minnie Killingsworth. Growing up in Southeast San Diego alongside his sister Sheilah, Tommy was known for his adventurous spirit and passion for sports, especially baseball. He attended Point Loma High School, where he excelled in both football and...

Danlee Mitchell

Danlee Mitchell

Jul 31, 2024

Danlee George Mitchell, a cherished husband, father, and distinguished musician, passed away peacefully on July 31, 2024, in Lakeside, CA, at the age of 87. Born in Tacoma, WA, Danlee’s lifelong passion for music shaped his remarkable journey. 

Danlee’s musical career as a percussionist was diverse and impactful. He attended the University of Illinois, where he was introduced to the renowned...

Colleen Lauretta Hall

Colleen Lauretta Hall

Jul 14, 2024

COCO LAURETTA HALL

 March 2, 1938 – July 14, 2024

Do not stand at my grave and weep – I’m not there. I do not sleep.

I am a thousand winds that blow. I am the diamond glints on snow.

I am the sunlight on ripened grain. I am the gentle Autumn’s rain.

When you awaken in the mourning’s hush, I am the swift uplifting...

Carl Duane Woodend

Carl Duane Woodend

Jul 2, 2024

On Tuesday, July 2, Carl Duane Woodend, a beloved husband, passed away at the age of 86. He was born on May 20, 1938 to Louis and Doris in San Diego, California. After graduating from Point Loma High School, Carl enlisted in the Army. He was very proud of serving in the military and was stationed at the 7th Army...

Caitlin Louise Ku'uipo Gora

Caitlin Louise Ku'uipo Gora

Jul 1, 2024

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved daughter and sister, Caitlin Louise Ku’uipo Gora, who was taken from us too soon on July 1, 2024 at the tender age of 27. She brought immeasurable joy and light into our lives with her kind heart, love of animals, reading and writing and her free spirit. Her brief time...

Ronald G. Smith

Ronald G. Smith

Jun 22, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of beloved, Ronald Smith, on June 22, 2024, in Carlsbad, CA. Born on July 9, 1946, in San Mateo, CA, Ron lived a full and vibrant life, touching the hearts of all who had the pleasure of knowing him. He will be remembered for his kindness, generosity, outgoing nature, and...

Timothy James O' Healy

Timothy James O' Healy

Jun 11, 2024

Timothy (Tim) O’Healy

September 22, 1946 – June 11, 2024

After overcoming obstacles and health challenges, Timothy "Tim" O’Healy’s battle ended on June 11, 2024. He is survived by his beloved wife, Misty, three children – Colleen, Kevin and Conor, six grandchildren – Lucas, Lori Aíne, Allison, Gabriel, Ashley and Sean, and a large circle of family, friends, and community who cherished...

Sandra Jane Carini

Sandra Jane Carini

May 25, 2024

Sandra J. Carini, 85, of La Jolla, California passed away May 25,2024. She was the wife of Anthony F. Carini for 62 years.Born in Stoneham, Ma, August 19,1938, the daughter of the late Gertrude and Edgar Bell of Malden, Ma.In addition to her husband she is survived by her children, Lisa and Denise. Also her beloved grandchild, Emma.Sandra started her...

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