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Jun 5, 2025

Ralph Armond Bonilla passed away on June 5, 2025, at the age of 67, in Ojai, California. Ralph was born on December 7, 1957, in Ventura and attended local schools, living in Ventura County his entire life.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Jesus and Erma Bonilla, his brothers Bobby Baca, Ricky Baca, Ronnie Bonilla, and his sister Annette...

May 27, 2025

May 22, 2025

Aurora Olivera, our family matriarch, was born on April 28th, 1942, in Tijuana Mexico to Amelia Espinoza and Miguel Olivera Castillo. She moved to Oxnard, California in April of 1952. Aurora was a resident of Ventura County the remainder of her life. She passed away peacefully on May 22nd 2025, at her home in Oxnard. Above all, Aurora was a...

May 22, 2025

May 21, 2025

Mateo “Mattie” Magallanes was born May 1, 1971 in Zacatecas and passed away unexpectedly on May 21, 2025 at the age of 54. Mattie arrived with his family at a very young age growing up in Cabrillo Village in Ventura where he attended local elementary and middle schools and attended Buena High School.

Mattie was gentle, humble & kind. He loved...

May 20, 2025

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved son, brother, and dear friend, Julio Salazar, who left us on May 20, 2025, at the age of 35.

Julio was a man of faith-kind, respectful, and loving to all who had the privilege of knowing him. He was always present for those he loved, always willing to...

May 20, 2025

It is with immeasurable sadness we announce the passing of Vilma Gacutno Latham (Vilma Modesto Gacutno), who unexpectedly departed this life on May 20th, 2025, at the young age of 63. Born on December 6, 1961, in Basey, Samar, Philippines, Vilma’s life was a beautiful testament of love, warmth, kindness, compassion, generosity, and selfless devotion to the care of others.

Vilma...

May 19, 2025

Patricia Ann Soto passed away peacefully on Monday, May 19th, in Fillmore, CA. Patty was born in Fallon, Nevada, on February 23rd, 1960, to Joe and Bonnie Farrell. The family moved to Camarillo, CA, in 1972, where she attended Monte Vista Junior High and Rio Mesa High School. She held many fond memories of her upbringing in Navy housing. On...

May 16, 2025

May 14, 2025

Surrounded by family, Ricardo Shadowdancer Ortega Melendez was gathered into the arms of his Creator, his beloved parents Simon and Margarita, and his Ancestors, as the sun set on May 14, 2025, in his homeland of Ventura, California.

A U.S. Air Force veteran and respected Chumash Elder, Shadowdancer was descended from thirteen generations of California Spanish and Mexican ancestry. He was...

May 11, 2025

Our dear mother Dorothy “June” Wise sadly passed away from heart failure on May 11, 2025 at the age of 90. She was a wonderful mother to her “two boys” and was always there when we needed her most offering support, wisdom, encouragement, advice and love in abundance. Mom was a friend to many a cherished member of the city...

May 11, 2025

May 10, 2025

In Loving Memory of Spencer J. Cabral

January 8, 1987 – May 10, 2025

With heavy hearts, we share the unexpected passing of Spencer J. Cabral on May 10, 2025, at he age of 38. Spencer was a devoted husband, father, son, brother, and godfather whose presence left an indelible mark on everyone who knew him.

Born and raised in Ventura County, Spencer...

May 10, 2025

May 10, 2025

Manuel Villa Jr. passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on May 10, 2025. Manuel was born in Canutillo, TX on October 19, 1957 to Manuel and Emma Villa.

Manuel was a hard working truck driver for 45 years and took pride in what he did. Manuel loved camping at various lakes and taking trips with friends and family. He was...

May 10, 2025

May 9, 2025

Leonard Seja Cruz, 92, a beloved member of the Moorpark Community and patriarch of the Cruz Family, went to be with the Lord on May 9, 2025. He was surrounded by his family, who loved him dearly and will cherish his memory forever.

Born to Victor and Isabel Cruz on June 28,1932 on Rancho Calleguas, now known as the Camarillo Ranch,...

May 6, 2025

In Loving Memory of Alejandro Ramirez Sr. (1948–2025) and Maria Ramirez (1951–2025)

After over 53 beautiful years of marriage, Alejandro (Alex) Ramirez Sr., age 77, and Maria Ramirez, age 73, passed away unexpectedly together on Tuesday, May 6, 2025. In their later years, they resided in the Dos Vientos community of Newbury Park, California, cherishing life near their children and grandchildren.

Maria...

May 3, 2025

Apr 28, 2025

Jose “Don Ernesto” Rodriguez was husband to Guadalupe Rodriguez Zamora for 53 wonderful years, a father to Magaly (Edward), Antemona (Steven) and Marcos (Sharis) and grandfather to 7 grandchildren, Ariana, Marcos, Brayden, Rosie, Brianna, Felipe and Brielle.

He spent his time with family here in Oxnard and Mexico and running El Taco de Mexico – Saviers for 31 years. Spending time...