All Obituaries

Geral Davis, age 86, passed away peacefully on March 9, 2026. He was born in Tupelo, Arkansas, and lived a life marked by hard work, humor, and a love for simple pleasures. Known as a jack of many trades, Geral spent his life working with his hands and helping others whenever he could. Geral was a man who enjoyed the little things in life. He loved a good cup of coffee, motorcycles, and sharing a laugh with those around him. A natural jokester, he had a way of bringing smiles to the faces ...

Joy Lynn Knight Vasquez January 6, 1954– February 25, 2026 Joy Lynn Knight Vasquez, age 72, passed away on February 25, 2026, in Bakersfield, California. She was born in Titusville, Pennsylvania, to Fredrel Beatrice Knight and Earl Franklin Knight. Joy shared a loving marriage of over 56 years with her devoted husband, Pedro Huerta Vasquez. She was a longtime resident of Taft, California, where she lived for more than 30 years and built a life centered on faith, family, and ...

We regret to inform the passing of Shirley Ann Elom. She will be missed by all who knew and loved her. Service information is as follows:

Clara LaRae Lloyd Hollingsworth passed away on December 29, 2025, two days after her 97th birthday. She was a resident of Summerfield Memory Care in Stockton, California, at the time of her passing. There will be a private family viewing at Erickson and Brown Mortuary in Taft, California, on Friday, January 9, at 9:30 a.m., followed by a funeral service at 10:30 a.m. Attendees will be invited to share memories of LaRae. LaRae proudly claimed her birthplace in Bluebell, Duchesne County, ...

Margie Ellen Lemmons died at home on December 27th, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. She was preceded in death by her parents, Franklin and Lois Reeves, two brothers, Charles and Gerald Reeves, one sister, Ruth Ann Croy, and her eldest son, Michael Lemmons. She is survived by two sisters, Mozell Lemmons and Flora Mae Palmer and one brother, Jackie Reeves; her loving husband, Vernon Lemmons, son Dale Lemmons with his wife Lisa Lemmons; daughter Nina Neilson with her husband Mark ...

Joe was born on May 11, 1962, in Torrance California, and passed away peacefully on December 11, 2025, in Bakersfield, California, after a courageous battle with cancer. Joe met the love of his life, Donna, when they were just kids rolling around Skate Escape. They spent the next 47 years side by side, building a life full of love and laughter. Together, they raised a beautiful family. His children and grandchildren were his world, and nothing brought him greater joy.  Joe had many ...

Orion Keith Ray, born March 27, 1954, to Lebert and Helen (Callaway) Ray in Taft, California, went home to be with our Lord on November 13th, 2025 in Bakersfield, California surrounded by his family. Keith grew up on a farm in the Cuyama Valley, working alongside his father in the alfalfa fields. This rich agricultural landscape shaped his life and values and he learned the importance of faith, hard work, and loyalty. He shared his childhood with five sisters, whose company and closeness ...

Kenneth Lee Kolar, born April 19, 1948, in Bakersfield, California, passed away peacefully at home on October 31, 2025, with the love of his life by his side. Known affectionately as “Gabby,” he was cherished for his warmth, his humor, and his remarkable gift for storytelling. If you knew Gabby, you knew his signature look: his bib overalls, his straw hat, and his bright red “happy shoes,” a reflection of his joyful spirit. He found delight in the simple ...

Lisa Marlene Hutchinson was born on March 27th, 1969, in Taft, California to Father Paul Wayne Peters. She graduated from Maricopa High School in 1987 and soon thereafter had her first born, Scott Harris in 1991 and her second, Dale Harris in 1992. She then moved with her kids and previous husband to the bay area. She worked various jobs in order to take care of her family all while still being a present mom in her children’s lives. After moving back to Taft from the bay area, she ...

We regret to inform the passing of Judith J. Kidd. She will be missed dearly by all who knew and loved her.