Arlis Yingst
Aug 19, 2026
Arlis Yingst, a long-time resident of Lompoc, California, passed away peacefully on August 19, 2026, at the age of 97. Born in Kingston, Arkansas, on April 21, 1929 to Jacob and Polly Yingst, Arlis dedicated his life to his career, community, and, above all, his family.
After serving in the United States Air Force, Arlis married the love of his life,...
Debra Alice Diaz Stearns
Aug 16, 2026
In Loving Memory of Debra Alice Diaz Stearns
June 13,1960 - August 16,2026
Debra Alice Diaz Stearns was a loving mother, wife, grandmother, and a beautiful person who touched the lives of so many people. She dedicated nearly 30 years of her life to the Lompoc Unified School District, where she worked as a bus attendant. She especially loved working with special-needs...
Donald "Don" Melvin McIntyre
Aug 15, 2026
Donald “Don” Melvin McIntyre, age 88, of Lompoc, California, passed away on August 15, 2026, in Lompoc.
Born January 24, 1938, to Ivis and Sam McIntyre, he graduated from Cavalier High School in North Dakota in 1956 and earned his degree from Mayville State University in 1961.
On June 14, 1961, he married the love of his life, Leah Rae Boe. The...
Daniel Earl Strub
Aug 10, 2026
Daniel Earl Strub, age 68, passed away on August 10, 2026. Born on June 10, 1958 in Harrison, OH, he lived and worked in Lompoc, California for over 30 years. A graduate of the United States Air Force Academy, he served in the Air Force for 12 years where he attained the rank of Captain. During this time, he was...
Evelyn Lorraine Schuler
Aug 9, 2026
Evelyn Lorraine Schuler was born on Dec 1st,1930 and passed peacefully August 9th 2026 at the age of 95 years in Lompoc California.
Evelyn was born in Lucerne, Colorado to Amalie and Jacob Wolfe. She was the 3rd of seven siblings. Edwin Wolfe, Jack Wolfe, Don Wolfe, Beverly Graffel, Judy Wilker and Chet Wolfe. She is survived by siblings Beverly and...
James "Jim" Lee Davis
Aug 9, 2026
James Lee Davis passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loving family, on August 9, 2026, at the age of 79. He was a kind, gentle, and giving soul, and a devoted husband, father, grandfather, teacher, and friend who touched the lives of many.
Life & Legacy
Jim was born on June 7, 1947, in Valdosta, Georgia, to Claude and Arlene Davis. He...
Hazel Maxine Masters
Aug 8, 2026
Hazel Maxine Masters, resident of Lompoc, passed away on August 8, 2026, at the age of 85. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, September 26, 2026, from 2:00-5:00pm at Calvary Baptist Church, 3355 Constellation Road, Lompoc, CA 93436. Starbuck-Lind Mortuary, directors. Starbucklind.com
Deacon Michael A. Lujan
Aug 5, 2026
With faith in the promises of our Lord Jesus Christ, we announce the death of Deacon Michael A. Lujan, who went home to the Lord on Wednesday, August 5, 2026.
Michael was a gentle and compassionate man who found his greatest happiness in his family and in giving back to his community. He was a devoted husband, a caring father, and...
Sarah Johnson
Jul 29, 2026
Sarah Johnson was born on November 3, 1940, at Memorial Hermann Hospital in Houston, Texas, to Alberta and Pleasant Henry Johnson. She was raised in Houston, where her faith became an important part of her life at an early age. As a young woman, Sarah served as a Junior Usher and sang in the Youth Choir at Pleasant Grove Missionary...
Gerardo Tovar
Jul 29, 2026
Gerardo Tovar, 62, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 29th, 2026. Born on May 15, 1964, he was a lifelong resident of Lompoc, where he built a life rooted in hard work, friendship, and a deep love for those around him.
Throughout his life, Gerardo worked in various roles in the community, including serving as a Vandenberg Hotshot fighting wildfires, but...
Judith Belle Scharnagel
Jul 27, 2026
Judith Belle (Dennis) Scharnagel passed away July 27, 2026 after 89 years of love, generosity, and adventure. Her gentle spirit and joyful smile will be missed dearly.
Judith was born on Dec 26, 1936 to Thomas Meredith and Sallye Lea Dennis at her grandparent's house in Quanah, TX. She married Charles Richard Scharnagel on Dec 24, 1953. While Charles completed basic...
Beverly Ann Goforth
Jul 24, 2026
Beverly Ann (Simbro) Goforth, 84, of Lompoc, California, passed away peacefully at her home on Friday, July 24, 2026, surrounded by her loving family.Born on August 10, 1941, in Knoxville, Iowa, Beverly was the daughter of Kenneth Lawrence Simbro and Emma Maxine (Koons) Simbro. She shared 63 wonderful years of marriage with her beloved husband, Bill Goforth, building a life...
Artie (Arthur) Joseph Walsh
Jul 17, 2026
Artie (Arthur Joseph) Walsh passed away July 17th 2026 in Houston Texas. Raised in Lompoc, Artie graduated from Lompoc HS in 1987. He was 57 years old, and is survived by his mother Mary Walsh, sister Laura (Walsh) Glass, and wife Melissa Kleman. Artie was deeply loved by many and will be greatly missed. A Remembrance page will be posted...
Marlene Marie Larsen (Houk)
Jul 14, 2026
Marlene Marie Larsen (Houk) passed away peacefully on July 14, 2026, with her children by her side.
Marlene was born in Myrtle Point, Oregon, and raised in Lompoc, California, where she spent most of her life. Lompoc was more than her hometown. It was where she built a career, raised her family, and formed friendships that lasted a lifetime.
For nearly 30...
Maria Arellano Guzman
Jul 12, 2026
With profound love and gratitude, we celebrate the life of María Arellano, who was born on November 24, 1933, in La Ceja, in the municipality of García de la Cadena, Zacatecas, Mexico. She was the beloved daughter of Andrea Prieto and Teófilo Arellano, and the second of fourteen children. Her siblings were Herminia Arellano, Santos Arellano, Adela Arellano (the first),...
David Edward Guerrero
Jul 12, 2026
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of David Edward Guerrero, who entered into eternal rest on July 12, 2026, at the age of 72.
David was a devoted husband, loving father, proud grandfather, cherished brother, and loyal friend. He dedicated his life to his family, always putting their happiness and well-being first. His love, guidance, and unwavering support will forever...
Martha Ann Sobieszczyk
Jul 6, 2026
Our beloved Martha Ann Arrington Sobieszczyk, 94, of Lompoc, California, passed away peacefully on Monday, July 6th, surrounded by her loving family. Annie (Nana) was born on November 1st, 1931, to Samuel Dobbins Arrington and Kitty Willy Grady Mapp (Nana Kay) in High Point, North Carolina. Annie began her new life in North Carolina before moving to Detroit, Michigan. In...
Remigio G. Lacambra
Jul 2, 2026
In Loving Memory of Remigio G. Lacambra
October 3, 1939 – July 2, 2026
With gratitude for a life well lived and faith in God’s promise of eternal life, we announce the passing of Remigio G. Lacambra ‘James Bond JR’, who peacefully passed away on July 2, 2026, at the age of 86. Born on October 3, 1939, in Pangasinan, Philippines,...
Victoria Ann "Vicki" Vega-Ostler
Jun 27, 2026
Victoria Ann "Vicki" Vega-Ostler passed away peacefully on Saturday, June 27, at the age of 60.
Born on March 21, 1966, in Lompoc, California, to Socorro Vega and Anna Vega, Vicki spent her life in the community she loved. There, she built a life with her husband, Steve Ostler, and together they raised Vicki’s three children: Vanessa Terrones, Melissa Terrones, and...
Emma M. Escovedo
Jun 25, 2026
Emma M. Escovedo, 86, of Lompoc, CA passed away on June 25, 2026, in Gilroy CA.
At the family’s request, Emma’s name will be mentioned at the daily 8am mass on August 7, 2026, at La Purisima Catholic Church. Graveside Service for Emma will be at 11am on August 7, 2026, at the Lompoc Evergreen Cemetery.
A reception at 12pm will follow...
