Obituaries

Aug 8, 2025

Alan Huey, a devoted husband, proud veteran, loving uncle, and cherished member of the Lompoc community, passed away recently.

Alan was born in Taft, CA on March 22, 1943 to Dale and Martha Huey. After high school and Taft College, he completed IT training at National Technical School in Los Angeles. In 1966, he was drafted into...

Aug 8, 2025

Toni Jean "Wuitschick" Salas was born on June 3, 1963, in Norwalk, California, to Arlys and Richard Wuitschick. On August 8, 2025, at the age of 62, she passed peacefully in her sleep at home in Lompoc, California, with her devoted husband, companion, and caretaker, Jeffery Patterson, by her side.

After much thoughtful reflection on how best...

Aug 8, 2025

Judith V. Gatson

Sunrise: December 3, 1949 Sunset: August 8, 2025

Born to Charles Eldred Proctor Sr. and Virginia Louise Proctor on December 3, 1949, Judy was one of seven children raised in Ravenna, Ohio.

Loved ones who will forever cherish her memory include:

Her...

Aug 7, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we, John's family, are announcing the unexpected passing of John on the morning of August 7, 2025.  John succumbed to multiple issues with his health.

John was born the fifth son and last child of Jackson and Thelma Joyce (TJ) Chase, in St. Johnsbury NH.  The family moved to Santa Maria,...

Aug 6, 2025

Sarah Jane Gee went home to be with her Lord after peacefully passing away at home in Lompoc, California in the early morning of August 6, 2025.

Sarah was born on August 24, 1940, in Darlington County, South Carolina, to Willie Gee and Alma Gee (Dixon). She was the second eldest of nine siblings. Her first years...

Aug 4, 2025

Charles "Chuck " Arnold lived life with a twinkle in his eye, a heart for service, and a knack for telling the perfect joke at just the right moment. Born in Great Falls, Montana, Chuck developed a love for wide-open spaces and a spirit of adventure that stayed with him throughout his 94 years.

After graduating from...

Aug 2, 2025

Lula May Dean , age 81, passed away peacefully on August 2, 2025, at Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital, surrounded by her husband, children, and grandchildren.

She was born on December 19, 1943, in Stroud, Oklahoma, to Hubert and Georgia Smith, and was raised in Farmersville, California. Lula spent most of her life in California, where...

Jul 27, 2025

Robert John Wenta

December 5, 1935 - July 27, 2025

Robert Wenta (Bob) passed away Sunday July 27, 2025, at Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital.

He was a resident of Lompoc for 25 years.  He was an avid golfer.  He loved his family and loved his dogs.  He and Gina rescued over 25 dogs...

Jul 25, 2025

John Leslie Page (Jack) passed away July 25, 2025, at the Lompoc Hospital at the age of 82. He was a resident of Lompoc, California, for 56 Years.

He was born in South Dakota in 1942. The third of five children born to Adelia Page and John A. Page. The family moved to Tulelake, California, when he...

Jul 23, 2025

Guadalupe "Lupe" Cantrell (Morales) was born on May 18, 1965 and was the second eldest of six children, born to Eduardo and Rafaela Morales. Lupe spent a portion of her childhood in El Paso, Texas and Juarez, Mexico. She later finished off grade school in Lompoc, CA and she graduated from Lompoc High School in 1984. She later met...

Jul 21, 2025

Diane Renee Hemeon October 15, 1945 – July 21, 2025

Diane Renee Hemeon, a devoted mother, loyal friend, and cherished soul, passed away peacefully on July 21, 2025, at the age of 79. Born on October 15, 1945, in Las Cruces, New Mexico, Diane later made her home in Lompoc, California, where she raised her family and...

Jul 18, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Jane Ellen Bleyl. She was a loving mother, Nana, and a cherished friend. On July 18, 2025, at the age of 70, she returned to her heavenly home after succumbing to a variety of health complications that she had suffered with for years.

Janie was born...

Jul 17, 2025

Martha F. Webb was born May 18, 1934, on a farm in Creekside, Pennsylvania. She was the youngest of 7 children. Martha graduated High School and went to work for the Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland, Ohio. She was only 17.

After some time, she made a bold move out to Los Angeles, California. Martha was recommended,...

Jul 13, 2025

Sharon Darlene Herzig, age 83, passed away peacefully in her bed on July 13, 2025, in Lompoc, California, where she lived and grew up.

Sharon was born on February 2, 1942, in Paso Robles, California, to Lutie and Edwin Haskett. She graduated from Lompoc High School. She later married and adopted two children, Stacey and Sean Herzig....

Jul 7, 2025

On July 7, 2025, Norberta " Nora" Navarro had just turned 82 years when the Lord asked his angels to guide her home after a long journey with Dementia & Parkinson's. Up until the end Nora maintained her kindness, grace, compassion, appreciation of beauty, love of family and friends  She was always grateful for her long life that she...

Jul 7, 2025

We are sad to announce that on July 7, 2025, at the age of 73, Monica Hodge Chapman of Nipomo, CA passed away. Born in Savannah, Georgia on September 25, 1951 to Rodger Hodge and Edna Weathers, Monica was known early on for her sense of humor. She later moved to California with her mom and older sister Marsha....

Jul 3, 2025

Antonio, "Grampa Nunez" came to Lompoc in 1958 with a smile in his heart.

He loved the Lompoc Valley.  He will be remembered as a loyal, kind, humble, giving, trusting, honest man.

Always rising to the occasion with a smile on his face.  We will cherish the moments we had with him in our lives.  ...

Jul 2, 2025

Joseph Isaac Medina was born on October 27, 1992 at Cottage Hospital in Santa Barbara, CA. Joseph was the oldest child to his parents Jose Medina and Cynthia Loza. Joseph attended elementary, junior high and high school in Santa Barbara before moving to Lompoc, CA and starting his adult life.

Joseph worked in a number of kitchens...

Jul 2, 2025

It is with great sorrow and enduring love that we announce the passing of our beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, who left us way too soon. Manuela was a loving housewife who enjoyed being outdoors in her garden as much as possible. She was the heart of our family—kind, generous, and endlessly compassionate.

Manuela was born...

Jul 1, 2025

Frances died July 1, 2025, at Merrill Gardens Memory Care at the age of 99.  She was the 5th of 6 children born in Chicago to Mary and Joseph Gasior on September 27, 1925.  In 1950, she married Richard Nielsen, and they lived in the Los Angeles area, then Solvang and Buellton for many years.  She was a waitress...