Obituaries

Mark David Massa

Mark David Massa Of Reno, Nevada, formally of Cleveland, Ohio.  Born June 27, 1961, Died peacefully at home with family March 1, 2024, After a five-year battle with Alzheimer’s.  He leaves behind his mother, Marlene Massa, His older brother, Joseph Massa, Sister, Lisa Matson, Brother John Massa, Several nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. He was predeceased by his father, Joseph […]

Robert Richard Banks

July 30, 1945 – November 18, 2023   Robert Banks, affectionately known as Bob, passed away peacefully on Saturday morning, November 18, 2023 of cancer. He was born and raised in Garden City, New York and resided there with his wife, Vita Pacella Banks, for over 24 years.  He graduated from Garden City High School, Class of 1964, served in […]

John Kent Gramley III

John Kent Gramley III of Escondido, CA, better known as “Jake”, passed away on Tuesday, January 23, 2024. He was 23. His death was the result of a hard-fought battle with colon cancer. Jake was born to John and Sandy Gramley on November 13, 2000. He joined his two-year-old sister Kendra and completed their family.  After attending Kindergarten at Classical […]

Ronald “Ron” Wheeler

With heart felt sadness we announce, Ronald “Ron” Earl Wheeler, also known as Doc, passed away peacefully on December 20, 2023, at the age of 87 in Vacaville, California. Ron was born on November 7, 1936, in San Mateo, California. He was a loving and caring husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather who had a deep appreciation for the outdoors. Ron’s […]

John Marko

In Loving Memory of  John Marko March 5, 1936 – January 6, 2024   John was born in New Brighton, PA. His artistic journey began under the guidance of Mildred Pratt, his Beaver County art instructor, who encouraged him to pursue his passion further. At the age of 18, John’s talent was recognized when Mrs. Pratt awarded him the first-place […]

John Marko • March 5, 1936 – January 6, 2024

In Loving Memory of John Marko March 5, 1936 – January 6, 2024 John was born in New Brighton, PA. His artistic journey began under the guidance of Mildred Pratt, his Beaver County art instructor, who encouraged him to pursue his passion further. At the age of 18, John’s talent was recognized when Mrs. Pratt awarded him the first-place prize […]

Gretchen Kay Pili

Gretchen, 86, died January 30, 2024 at Palomar Hospital after an extended fight with cancer. Born August 15, 1937 in Findlay, Ohio, she was the daughter of Dorothy D. (Cramer) and Laurel C. Powell. Her father was an engineer with Marathon Oil Company and they moved frequently. Gretchen spent time growing up in Terre Haute, Indiana, Mt. Pleasant and Big […]

Mildred Ruth Williams Culbertson

Mildred Ruth Williams Culbertson of Escondido, California, passed away peacefully on December 24th, 2023, age 95, surrounded by her family. She was the wife of Dr. Eugene Culbertson, and mother to Mark (Carol), Marcia (Ken), Malcolm (Letitia), and Scott (Karla). She was born and raised in St. Charles, Virginia, and was the youngest of seven children of Malcolm and Mae […]

Patricia Billick

Patricia Billick passed peacefully in her sleep January 26, 2024. Faith Patricia Ann Dewart Almond was born on February 27, 1936. A whole lot of names for a tiny little woman with a big personality! Pat was born and raised in southern California, mainly San Marcos and Escondido.  In 1953 she rode in on a horse and met the love […]

Paul Lange, 92

Paul Lange, 92, died peacefully, surrounded by family.  Paul was a resident of Escondido for 65 years. Paul worked many years in local banks retiring in 1993. Paul was active with Community Lutheran Church, Kiwanis,  Rotary Club, Escondido Downtown Business Association, and American Red Cross.  Paul was preceded in death by his wife, the love of his life, Cloris, who […]


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