Obituaries

Obituaries for the Kern County, CA Area

David G. Cortez

David G. Cortez

Dec 12, 2023

David is preceded in death by his parents, Evangelina Gaytan and Joe Cortez; sisters, Carol Gutierrez, Evangelina Cortez, and Maria Abarquez. Services Pending

Gregorio Florez Breedlove

Gregorio Florez Breedlove

Dec 4, 2023

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Gregorio Florez Breedlove, affectionately known as Greg, bid adieu to this world on December 4, 2023, in Sacramento, CA, at the age of 34. Born on February 2, 1989, in Bakersfield, CA, Greg was the progeny of Janet Florez and the late Greg Breedlove. As he embarks on his cosmic adventure, he reunites with his father, paternal grandparents, maternal...

Delia Hawkins

Delia Hawkins

Dec 2, 2023

Ladies and gentlemen, family and friends, Today, we gather to honor and celebrate the remarkable life of Nancy Cordilla Hawkins, although most knew her as “Granny”. She graced this earth just 29 days shy of 101 years, a true testament to her resilience, strength, determination and most of all, heart.  Although we mourn her departure, let us focus on the...

Michael Gonzalez

Michael Gonzalez

Dec 2, 2023

Michael Prendez Gonzalez

 Michael Prendez Gonzalez passed away on Saturday, December 2, 2023, in Bakersfield, CA.  He was born on September 13, 1989, in Bakersfield, CA to Santos Gonzalez and Michelle Prendez.

He grew up and attended schools in Wasco, CA.

Michael is survived by his partner Jillian Williams; his daughter Mikayla Gonzalez; his mother Michelle Prendez; his father Santos...

Debra Ann Pedraza

Debra Ann Pedraza

Nov 28, 2023

In a world where the sun bids its farewell on November 28, 2023,  Debra Ann Pedraza (Sanchez) passed away peacefully with family by her side. She lived a life that deserves a standing ovation, a tale of 72 extraordinary years that had us all applauding. Born in Bakersfield, California on April 21, 1951, Debbie was a shining star in the...

Steven J. Mata

Steven J. Mata

Nov 27, 2023

In Memoriam: Steven James Mata It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Steven James Mata on November 27, 2023, at Memorial Hospital in Bakersfield, CA. Born on December 24, 1958, in Delano, CA, to Winsloe Sistos Mata and Mary Louise Mata, Steven's life was marked by his commitment to family, music, and service. A proud graduate...

Armandina Garza

Armandina Garza

Nov 27, 2023

Armandina was born in McAllen, TX, to Vicente and Eluteria Garza on August 22, 1945.  She was her parents’ right hand.  She passed away after dealing with Lewy Body Dementia for many years on November 27, 2023, at the age of 78 to be reunited with her parents, husband, Victor Rodriguez, and four siblings: Andrea, Rafael, Manuel and Adelina.  Her...

Luis Alberto Rosette ,Jr

Luis Alberto Rosette ,Jr

Nov 26, 2023

Luis Alberto Rosette Jr., 33, of Shafter, Ca, passed away on Sunday November 26, 2023 

Luis was born on August 15, 1990 to Luis and Maria Rosette in Bakersfield, Ca. 

Recently, Luis was really excited because he had just been accepted to CSUB to start his counseling career in 2024. Luis and his partner Marivel went on to...

Nancy Karina Castro Ruiz

Nancy Karina Castro Ruiz

Nov 25, 2023

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