Ronald Delbert Bence
Nov 24, 2025
Ronald D. Bence passed away on Monday, November 24, 2025. Ronald was the son of Harold and Edna Bence of Lemon Cove, California. Former Husband to Doris (Dean) Adams of Los Olivos, Calif. Father to Danny and Tracey Bence. Grandad to Amanda and Austin Bence. And Great Grandad to Taylor and Lili Bence. There will be no services.
Larry Stephen Ostini
Nov 22, 2025
Larry Stephen Ostini, 76, passed away on November 22, 2025, after a brief battle with cancer. Born and raised on his family ranch in Lompoc, California, Larry graduated from Lompoc High School and honorably served in the United States Navy during the Vietnam War.
Following his military service, Larry dedicated nearly 27 years to the Bureau of...
Donald Dean Rowland
Nov 21, 2025
Donald Dean Rowland went home to be with the Lord on November 21, 2025. He was a devoted husband, father, and friend to many, and lived his life by the West Point Motto: Duty, Honor, Country.
Don was born June 29, 1934, in Canton, Ohio, and, with his brother Fredrick (Fred), spent the majority of his early...
Patricia "Patty" Ann Faulkner
Nov 14, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of Patricia "Patty" Anne Faulkner, 62, of Lompoc, California. Patty passed away peacefully in her home on Friday, November 14, 2025. She was born on June 7, 1963, to Luther and Mary Faulkner.
Patty lived life with a big heart. She loved deeply, gave freely, and always...
Carol Adele Tatick
Nov 13, 2025
Carol Adele Tatick, 73, died November 13, 2025, at Lompoc Hospital after a yearlong battle that she fought with courage and hope against lung cancer and related complications. Her husband, Bo, siblings Janice and Chuck, and Pastor Greg Nelson were at her bedside.
Carol was born April 20, 1952, in the small town of Melton, Suffolk, England,...
David A. Valencia
Nov 13, 2025
David A. Valencia passed away unexpectedly on November 13, 2025, at the age of 83. He was a loving husband to his wife of 37 years, Carmelinda Valencia, who survives him.
Born in Santa Barbara to Paul Valencia and Valentina Yee, David was loved for his distinctive, sometimes playful sense of humor and admired for his "Mr....
Neal Ray Porter
Nov 5, 2025
Neal Ray Porter, beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away at the age of 73. Born in Santa Monica, California, to Burneal and Mary Porter, Neal spent most of his life in Lompoc, CA where he built a legacy rooted in family, community, and a deep love of sports.
He is survived by his devoted...
Frederick Raymond Collins
Nov 5, 2025
Frederick Raymond Collins passed away peacefully on November 5, 2025, at the age of 91.
Frederick was born in Chicago, Illinois, to Martin Nithman and Catherine Waszwillow.
Frederick enlisted in the United States Army National Guard on April 15, 1950, and served in the Korean War. He was Honorably discharged in 1953 at the rank...
Gilbert Banuelos
Nov 2, 2025
After a long, valiant struggle with silicosis, Gilbert Banuelos passed away on November 2, 2025. He was born on January 9, 1950, to Carmen Banuelos and William Banuelos at Camp Cook, Lompoc, California.
Gil graduated from Lompoc High School in 1968 and worked at Grefco, Inc. for approximately 18 years. He completed a second career and retired...
Jean C. Dalcerri
Oct 26, 2025
Jean Dalcerri, 93, of Lompoc, California, passed away peacefully on October 26, 2025. Born in Hollister on June 22, 1932, Jean spent her life surrounded by the people and places she loved most.
She was married to the late Frank Dalcerri, with whom she shared a lifetime of love and adventure. Together, they raised two children, Frankie...
Roy P. Baca
Oct 19, 2025
Roy P. Baca - 10/01/1941 - 10/19/2025
It is with deep sadness that the family of Roy Baca announces his passing. Roy was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and friend whose life was defined by love, strength, and an enduring passion for helping others. A lifelong boxing coach, Roy dedicated many years to training and...
Carolyn Sue Huseman
Oct 19, 2025
Carolyn Sue Huseman
March 12, 1946 – October 19, 2025
Carolyn "Sue" Huseman was born March 12, 1946, in Carnegie, Caddo County, Oklahoma, to John Oliver and Mary Brooks Holcomb, and passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 19, 2025, in Santa Barbara, surrounded by her daughter and close friends.
Sue was raised on...
Louie Guerra
Oct 16, 2025
Louie Guerra, 97, passed away peacefully in his sleep Thursday, October 16, 2025 at his home in Lompoc California.
Louie was born July 31,1928 in Lompoc, CA to parents Antonio (Tony) Guerra and Stella (Noni) Pastre Guerra, who immigrated from northern Italy in 1911 and 1922.
Louie loved farming and all of his John Deere...
Sandra Jean Perez
Oct 16, 2025
Sandra was born in Del Rio, Texas, to Maria Emma Perez and Antonio Perez Jr. Sandra grew up in Lompoc, singing in the La Purisma children's choir and graduating from Lompoc High, where she got her cosmetology license. Â She was a beautician for 45 years. Her creativity, from hair to arts and crafts, will be deeply missed. Music was...
Joann Marie Collins
Oct 15, 2025
JoAnn Marie Collins passed away peacefully, on October 15, 2025 at the age of 90.
JoAnn was born in Lompoc, California on July 17, 1935, to Chester and Ena Cooper and was their only child. She attended elementary and high school in Lompoc and graduated class of 1953. After high school, she attended Allan Hancock College and...
Roberto Romero Fernandez
Oct 13, 2025
Roberto Romero Fernadez passed away on October 13, 2025 in Lompoc California,at the age of 50, he was born in Zamora Michoacán, on November 17, 1974.
A visitation will be held on Saturday, October 25, 2025 from 4-8 pm, with a rosary at 6 pm, at Starbuck-Lind Mortuary Chapel, 123 North A Street, Lompoc, California 93436.
Sally Louise Mccarthy
Oct 12, 2025
Sally Louise McCarthy (Chilson) born May 19, 1934 to Charles and Dorothy Chilson. She grew up in Oregon, Massachusetts, and finally California. She met the love of her life at a dance in Lompoc and was married a year later. Â She and Bob made Lompoc their home and had two wonderful boys. Â She enjoyed sewing , flower arranging, and...
Frank Mario Signorelli
Oct 3, 2025
It is with deep sorrow and respect that we announce the passing of Frank Mario Signorelli, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and lifelong resident of Lompoc. Frank passed away peacefully on October 3rd, 2025, in his hometown at the age of 88. Frank was born on October 24, 1936, in Lompoc California, to parents Carlo (who immigrated from Italy)...
Sonia Laurette Twells
Oct 2, 2025
Sonia Laurette Twells, 87, of Lompoc, California, passed away peacefully at home on October 2, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.
Born on August 7, 1938, in Quebec, Canada, to Roland and Lili Tremblay, Sonia brought warmth, creativity, and grace to all who knew her. She built a beautiful life filled with family, friendship, and service to...
Richard R. Hernandez
Sep 29, 2025
Richard R. Hernandez, beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully on September 29, 2025, at the age of 83.
Richard was born on January 10, 1942, to Ralph and Eleanor Hernandez. He was preceded in death by his parents and his brother Fred. He is survived by his devoted wife, Joan; his sons,...
