Thomas Lee Braithwaite
Nov 2, 2026
Thomas Lee Braithwaite was born on November 16, 1958, in Cheyenne, Wyoming, and passed away on November 2, 2026.
Thomas proudly served his country in the United States Navy, entering service on September 10, 1982, and completing five years of honorable service before his discharge on September 9, 1987. During his time in the Navy, he worked in the electrical field...
Richard L. Summers
Nov 2, 2026
In Loving Memory of Richard Loran Summers
August 27, 1948 – November 2, 2026
Richard Loran Summers was born on August 27, 1948, in Lompoc, California, into a family deeply rooted in the history of the Lompoc Valley. Richard, affectionately known to many as Rick, was also fondly called “Doefoot” by his longtime friends who had known him throughout the years. These...
Roberta K. Lattoz
Oct 31, 2026
Roberta K. Lattoz, passed away on Saturday, October 31, 2026 at the age of 84. A visitation will be held on Thursday, November 12, 2026 from 5-7 pm at Starbuck-Lind Mortuary Chapel.
Mary Irene Spear
Oct 31, 2026
Mary Irene Spear, age 74, was called home to be with Jesus on October 31, 2026. She passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family. Mary was born on December 8, 1951, in Lake City, Tennessee.
Mary was a devoted wife and mother who loved her family dearly. She enjoyed reading, especially religious books and cookbooks. She loved listening to gospel...
Michael Dean Biven
Oct 24, 2026
Mike passed away peacefully at home on October 24, 2026, at the age of 82, after a long, brave battle with cancer. Mike was born on May 11, 1944, in Santa Maria, California to Sarah and Harold Biven.
He attended schools in Arroyo Grande, California where he graduated and played football and ran track. Following graduation, he enlisted in the U.S....
Elizabeth Mary Albright
Oct 24, 2026
A treasured mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and creative soul
Born on May 16, 1938, in Peace River, Canada, Elizabeth Mary Albright lived for 88 years with a quiet grace that touched every branch of her family. She passed away on October 24, 2026, in Lompoc, California, leaving behind not only sorrow at her absence, but deep gratitude for the life, love, and...
Jesse Lewis Davis, Jr.
Oct 22, 2026
Jesse Lewis Davis Jr., beloved husband, father, grandfather, teacher, and coach, passed away peacefully at home on October 22, 2026, at the age of 76.
Jesse was born May 31, 1950, in Anniston, Alabama, to Jesse Lewis Davis Sr. and Catherine Davis. He graduated from Cobb High School in 1968 and went on to study at Alabama A&M University, Allan Hancock...
Albert Ramonett Soza
Oct 18, 2026
Albert Ramonett Soza, named after his grandfather, was born on June 24, 1964, in Tucson, Arizona. He was the third of five boys born to Angelina Ramonett Soza and Daniel Felix Soza; Daniel Jr., David (who passed away in 1996), Albert, Alex, and Anthony.
He grew up the son of an active-duty Air Force service member which allowed him to grow...
Judith "Judy" Allain Lawlor
Oct 13, 2026
Judith “Judy” Allain Lawlor, 77, of the Detroit area, passed away on October 13, 2026. She was born on February 7, 1949, in Chicago, Illinois.
Judy was raised in Lompoc, California, a place that always remained close to her heart. She spent most of her adult life in the Detroit area and also lived in Albuquerque, a city she truly loved....
Maria 'Servie' Flores
Oct 8, 2026
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Maria Servie Flores, beloved matriarch. Maria died at home on Thursday, October 8th, with her daughters by her side. She was born on April 17, 1936, in Taos, NM. In 1961, she met Arturo Flores, to whom she would remain married till his passing in 2023. As an Air...
Earl Smith
Sep 26, 2026
Chief Master Sergeant Earl Smith, United States Air Force, Retired, beloved husband, father, grandfather, veteran, community leader, and family patriarch, passed away on September 26, 2026, at the age of 88.
Earl was born on February 1, 1938, in Norwood, North Carolina, in Stanly County, to Thomas Smith Sr. and Callie Windfield. His stepfather was Samuel L. Watkins.
From humble beginnings in...
Steven "Steve" Tidwell
Sep 23, 2026
Steven (Steve) Tidwell was born on July 23, 1974, in Lompoc California to his parents Jerry Tidwell and Christine Cruz Terrones. Steve passed away on September 23, 2026.
Steve was a Lompoc native attending Cabrillo High School graduating class of 1993. Shortly after he moved to Colorado and began work in the trades of HVAC. After ten years in Colorado, Steve...
Timothy Wayne Howell
Sep 20, 2026
It is with heavy hearts and profound love that we announce the passing of Timothy Howell, lovingly known as “Timmy,” “Poppa Bear,” “Timber,” and “Coach,” of Lompoc, California.
Tim was born and raised in Lompoc, a community he loved deeply and proudly called home throughout his life. From a young age, he had a natural talent and passion for sports, eventually...
Beverly Joyce Placencia
Sep 16, 2026
Beverly Joyce Placencia, 71, of Lompoc, California, passed away on September 16, 2026.Born on February 16, 1955, Beverly made Lompoc her home for many years. She worked for Walmart for 10 years, where she worked in customer service and formed many friendships and connections along the way.
Beverly was a devoted Catholic, and her faith was an important part of her...
Sharon M. LeRoy
Sep 4, 2026
Sharon Marie LeRoy was born June 2, 1960 in Ventura, California and passed away peacefully in her sleep on September 4, 2026, at Atterdag Care Center, Solvang, California.
Sharon gradudated from Lompoc High School in 1978 and studied early childhood education at Allan Hancock College. In high school, Sharon helped her mom, Cynthia LeRoy with meetings from the youth development organization...
Lloyd Leroy Todd Jr.
Aug 26, 2026
On August 26, 2026 Lloyd Leroy Todd, Jr., beloved husband, father, brother, uncle, mentor, co-worker and friend left this physical life behind at age 66 in Lompoc, California as a result of interstitial lung disease. He was born on July 29, 1960 in Los Angeles, California to Lloyd Todd, Sr. and Rose Marie Elliott. Lloyd grew up in Los Angeles...
David Paul Combs
Aug 25, 2026
David Paul Combs, of Lompoc, California, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, August 25, 2026, at the age of 84. His health had been strong and unwavering nearly his entire life, and even at the end, he faced only a brief illness — one that brought him little pain and even less suffering. Surrounded by his family, some at his bedside...
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...
