Local obituaries for Bakersfield, CA.

Feb 21, 2024

In loving memory of Ryder James Wallace. Though his time with us was brief, Ryder's joyful spirit touched the hearts of all who knew him. With a smile that could brighten the darkest day, he brought laughter and love into the world.Though he may be gone, his memory will forever be cherished by his family and friends. Rest in Peace,...

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Jan 18, 2024

David Bolin, a dedicated caretaker, passed away on January 18, 2024, at Bakersfield Memorial Hospital. He was born on December 25, 1986, in his beloved hometown of Bakersfield, California.David's commitment to his career as a caretaker touched the lives of many within the community. His selfless dedication and compassionate nature were evident in the way he cared for others, always...

Jan 9, 2024

Jesus Reyes Vidrio was born on December 13th, 1977 in Teplanta, Jalisco, Mexico to Estella and Pablo Vidrio. He was raised in Fresno, CA and settled in Bakersfield, CA in 1995.He attended Roosevelt H.S. He was a welder for 20 years. His hobbies were break dancing, fishing, camping, BBQing, being a handy man and watching his favorite NFL team the...

Jan 9, 2024

Earline Sherman-White was the 5th child born to Henry and Myrtle Sherman on July 21, 1955, in Ventura, CA. She attended Briggs Elementary School in Santa Paula, CA in 1961. Later that same year, the family relocated to Bakersfield, CA when their father passed away. 

She attended the following schools: 

Potamic Elementary school 

Casa Loma Elementary School 

Golden State Junior High School 

and 

South High School; graduated in 1973. 

In 1990, she met and later married James White. This union produced one son: Jaron White. 

She later on also raised two additional children: Calvin Gentry and Sequoia Gentry 

She works for the School District of Kern County from...

Jan 2, 2024

Sylvia Gilkey (77) passed away peacefully on January 02, 2024, with her family by her side. No longer having Alzheimer's, she has passed into the arms of our Lord. Her physical life on earth is over, but it is the beginning of an eternal and beautiful journey for her. 

Born September 16, 1946, to Jesse and Marie Brown, she grew up an only child...

Jan 1, 2024

Cesar Julian Gonzalez, a beloved member of Bakersfield, California community, passed away on 1, 2024, surrounded by his loved ones. Born on February 2, 1960, in Bakersfield, California, Cesar's life was one marked by kindness, generosity, and unwavering love for his family and friends.He will be dearly missed by all who knew him. Cesar leaves behind a legacy of compassion...

Dec 23, 2023

ON JULY 18, 1986, A BEAUTIFUL BABY GIRL WAS BORN TO THE UNION OF MICHAEL RAY WEST AND COLLEEN JACKSON IN BAKERSFIELD, CALIFORNIA. THIS LOVELY CHILD WOULD BE KNOWN BY HER ELEGANT NAME, ELLALEESHA. 

EARLY IN ELLALEESHA'S LIFE, SHE MADE THE DECISION TO ACCEPT JESUS CHRIST AS HER LORD AND SAVIOR, ESTABLISHING A FAITH THAT WOULD SHAPE HER RELATIONSHIP WITH GOD. 

ELLALEESHA BEGAN HER EDUCATIONAL JOURNEY AT MCKINLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL AND LATER GRADUATED FROM EMERSON JR HIGH AND BAKERSFIELD HIGH SCHOOL IN THE CLASS OF 2004. DURING HER TIME...

Dec 15, 2023

Sharon Breeding was born on March 28, 1949, in Bakersfield, California, to Catherine Anna Lamb, and Leroy Stevenson, the only child of this union. She was raised in a strong Christian home and never strayed away from the church.

Sharon was one of the first students to attend McKinley Elementary School when it was built on Fourth Street in 1954. From...

Dec 14, 2023

John Phillip Sellers was born in Lynnwood, California on August 15, 1963, the first-born son of John Wesley Sellers and Edith Ann Chandler-Sellers. John passed away at the age of 60 on December 14, 2023, in Santa Paula, California as the result of a car crash. 

John, called “Johnny” by friends and family, shares the same first name with his father,...

Dec 5, 2023

Verdie Louise Patterson's journey on this earth came to a peaceful on December 5, 2023, in Bakersfield, California. She was born on 8, 1933, in the vibrant city of Camden, Arkansas. Verdie dedicated 15 years of her life working as a Medical Records Clerk with passion and diligence.Those who had the privilege of knowing Verdie will remember her for her...

Dec 3, 2023

WILLIAM RAY FARMER (AFFECTIONATELY KNOWN AS UNCLE BILL), PASSED AWAY ON SUNDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2023, AT HIS HOME THAT HE SHARED WITH HIS LOVING LIFE PARTNER OF 17 YEARS, CONSTANCE WARD. 

BORN JANUARY 20, 1948, WILLIAM IS THE SON OF JOSIE MAE AND JIM THOMAS LANGSTON. HE ATTENDED LOCAL SCHOOLS WHERE HE EXCELLED RAPIDLY. HE ALSO ATTENDED CAL POLY STATE UNIVERSITY, SAN LUIS OBISPO, CA WITH AN INTEREST IN ANTHROPOLOGY. WILLIAM ACCEPTED CHRIST AS A YOUNG MAN UNDER THE LEADERSHIP OF PASTOR RANDALL IN THE STATE OF OREGON WHERE HE STUDIED TO BECOME A MINISTER. HE WAS EMPLOYED AS A MASON IN THE STATE OF OREGON. HE WAS ONE OF THE TOP MASONS ON THE WEST 

COAST. 

WILLIAM WILL BE FONDLY REMEMBERED FOR HIS UNWAVERING PASSION FOR THE BLUES, HIS DEEP AFFECTION FOR FISHING, AND HIS LOVE FOR WELDING WHERE HE BUILT HIS PRIZED THREE-WHEEL CHROME, BATTERY OPERATED BIKE. WILLIAM ALSO BUILT CLOCKS AND PICTURE...

Nov 14, 2023

Leon Banks aka Wally, aged 73, passed away on November 14, 2023, in Fresno, CA. He was born on March 23, 1950, in Bakersfield, CA to Napoleon and Edna Banks. He was a proud resident of Bakersfield most of his life and a student at Bakersfield High School. Early in his life he became a father to Michael, Lois (Elvis),...

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Aug 27, 2023

Ahmid Jamal Rhodes, a beloved soul whose presence graced the world for many years, has peacefully left this earthly realm on August 27, 2023. Born on August 17, 1974, in the vibrant city of Oakland, CA, Ahmid's journey led him through various paths, touching the lives of those around him with kindness and grace.As friends and family gather to honor...