Ellyn Irene Mosbarger (September 1933 - May 2021)

Ellyn Mosbarger (nee Ellen Blodgett) was born on September 16, 1933, and grew up in Cambria, California, the only child of Charles Osgood Blodgett and Ida Mae Blodgett.
After graduating from San Luis Obispo High School, Ellyn attended Cottey College in Nevada, Missouri, from 1951-1953 and San Jose State University from 1953-1955, where she earned a Bachelor of Education degree.
In 1955, she married Dick Mosbarger. Together, they embarked on successful teaching careers and began raising a family in Fremont, California, where their first two children, Heidi and Eric, were born. The family moved to Dick’s hometown of Fillmore, California, in 1963 after he accepted a position as head of the Agriculture Program at Fillmore High School. Their third child, Dana, was born soon thereafter.
A devoted homemaker and teacher, Ellyn lent her artistic touch to Dick’s agriculture program, contributing to its visual displays and creative projects. She was active in local church programs, forming a youth singing group and leading craft projects. She also enjoyed designing and creating clothing for her children.
In 1976, she turned her passion for art into a full-time career, founding her own business, Calico Mouse, which offered appliqué kits for clothing, pillows, and wall art. Her creativity and entrepreneurial spirit took her to craft fairs across the country, where she gained recognition within the arts and crafts community.
Over time, her work evolved into quilt-making and eventually into “Wearable Art.” She converted the family living room into her art studio, stocked with bolts of fabric, beads, buttons, spools of thread, and state-of-the-art sewing machines. Her intricate, flowing, multi-piece garments won awards and admiration around the world. She also published numerous appliqué pattern books, inspiring others to design and create their own wearable art.
In early 2021, Dick and Ellyn moved from Fillmore to Bellingham, Washington, to be closer to their children.
She is survived by her three children, Heidi, Eric, and Dana, and two grandchildren, Treat and Zoey.
Ellyn will be remembered as a loving mother and grandmother, a devoted friend, a gifted artist, and an inspiring example of creativity, perseverance, and warmth.

Richard Glen Mosbarger (February 1930 – October 2025)

Richard “Dick” Mosbarger passed away peacefully on October 3, 2025, surrounded by family in Bellingham, Washington.
Born on February 06, 1930, in Fillmore, California, he lived there until graduating from Fillmore High School in 1947. He attended Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo, where he earned a degree in Agricultural Education in 1955. During that time, he served in the U.S. Army from 1952 to 1954.
Dick was preceded in death by his wife of 66 years, Ellyn Blodgett, whom he met in 1950 while attending Cal Poly. They formed a lifelong partnership after marrying in 1955.
He is survived by two sisters, Ann Scanlin of Ojai, CA, and Inez Ritchie of Napa, CA; three children, Heidi, Eric, and Dana, of the Pacific Northwest; grandchildren, Treat and Zoey; and loving in-laws, nieces, nephews, and a host of long-time friends.
He began his teaching career at Fremont High School, where he quickly earned a reputation as an exceptional educator and mentor. In time, he achieved his dream job as head of the Agriculture Department at Fillmore High School. He and Ellyn, along with their young children Heidi and Eric, returned to Fillmore, where they built a family home on Sespe Avenue and welcomed their third child, Dana.
While at Fillmore High, he built one of the most successful agriculture programs in the state. His students learned not only farming, welding, and mechanics but also leadership through the Future Farmers of America (FFA). Under his guidance, Fillmore’s FFA chapter earned top honors at Ferndale Field Day, Parliamentary Procedure competitions, and the Ventura County Fair.
In his fourth year of teaching at Fillmore High, he was selected by Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo, to join the United States Overseas Mission to Thailand, where he and four other agricultural specialists spent two years teaching modern farming practices to future Thai college professors. Upon returning home, he established Fillmore High’s School Farm, converting part of a flood-damaged golf course into a working educational farm that became both self-sustaining and profitable.
He retired in 1989 after a distinguished career that inspired generations of students. He enjoyed his retirement traveling extensively with Ellyn and, while home, spending much of his free time golfing and visiting with friends and family.
In 2021, he and Ellyn relocated to Bellingham, Washington, to be closer to their children and grandchildren.
Mr. Mosbarger will be remembered as an extraordinary teacher, husband, father, and mentor whose life embodied kindness and a deep commitment to his family and community.

Neal Edward “Spanky” Bishop (May 1956 – August 2025)

On August 22nd, 2025, Neal Edward Bishop was called home, affectionately known as Spanky at the age of 69. He passed away in Ventura, CA.
He was born on May 19th, 1956, in Augusta, GA to Robert and Beverly Bishop. As a kid he moved around a lot with his father being a veteran. He lived in Fillmore, CA a majority of his life, he also spent time in Texas.
He enjoyed watching NASCAR on Sundays, cheering on his 49ers, spending time with his family, going fishing in Mexico as well as Bishop lake, and cruising in Ventura. He had a love for drawing and creating things to decorate his garden with, he had a very creative mind.
He also loved spending time with his two daughters, Mady and Anjalee. Although Anjalee was just a best friend he treated her as his own. They spent a lot of time together, eating at their favorites places, cruising along the PCH, taking them trick or treating, or even just sitting in the car laughing. He taught them both how to drive and enjoyed every second of it.
He is proceeded in death by his loving wife of 10 1/2 years Vanessa Michelle Bishop, both his parents Robert and Beverly Bishop, his brother Kenneth Bishop, brother-in-law Robert (Sheriff) Silva, and best friend George Kutbach. He is survived by his daughter Madyson Bishop, Anjalee Vargas, sister Kathy Bishop, father and mother-in-law David and Chyrel Hill, sister-in-law Leslie Silva, good friends Rick Kutbach, Amanda Parker, Marcos and Debbie Castro, The Kutbach Family, and The Castro Family.
A Celebration of Life will be on October 25th at 12pm. Located at 325 4th Street in Fillmore, California. Everyone who knew and loved him are welcome to come and honor his memory.

Ramon “Ray” Manuel Menjuga (December 1948 – October 2025)

Ramon “Ray” Manuel Menjuga, at the age of 76 he passed away peacefully at his daughters’ home in Santa Clarita. He was born Dec. 14, 1948, in San Fernando. He made his home in Fillmore/Piru where he raised his family and spent most of his life. He built lifelong friendships and became part of a close-knit community.
Ray worked as a meat cutter for many years at Safeway and Vons, in Fillmore, Santa Paula, Thousand Oaks, and Oxnard. There he was known for his hard/strong work ethic, kindness (friendly smile) easy going nature and his great sense of humor.
Papa Ray loved camping, being outdoors, cooking, BBQing, listening to a wide variety of music. Papa Ray’s joyful spirit and warm heart touched everyone who knew him. He was most proud and thankful for his grandchildren. His memory will live on with countless stories and shared laughter.
He is survived by his former wife Rosaline Frias, his daughters, Jennie Rose Monroe (Menjuga) her husband Phil, Tina Lipscomb (Menjuga) her husband Christopher, Deborah Sanchez, and one Son, Charlie Sanchez Jr. and 14 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren. He is also survived by his Sister Markie Menjuga and her Son Manuel Menjuga.
Ray is proceeded in death by his parents, Jennie (Villa) Menjuga, and Manuel and Audrey Menjuga, his brother Christopher Menjuga, his daughter Tammy Arbaugh (Menjuga), and his grandson Freddie Raymond Ponce III.
A Mass and Celebration of Life will be held later. He will be deeply missed and forever loved and remembered.

Joy Diane Mosbarger (November 1956 – October 2025)

Joy Diane Mosbarger, 68, died unexpectedly on October 5 after suffering a severe brain bleed. Joy was born November 19, 1956, to Donald and Beverly Mosbarger. She grew up in Fillmore and graduated from Fillmore High School in 1974.
Joy attended Cal State Bakersfield majoring in Math, but soon transferred to Biola University and graduated with her Bachelors degree in 1979. She found her true calling with Campus Crusade for Christ (CCC), working with college students, which she really loved. She served on campuses in Fresno and Chico and participated in summer projects in Florida and Europe in the twelve years she spent with CCC.
Joy really valued education, and wanted to prepare herself for a teaching ministry. She enrolled at Talbot School of Theology in 1991 and became a full-time seminary student. She earned a Master of Divinity degree in 1993 from Talbot, then a Master of Theology degree in 1995. She taught some classes at Talbot and was involved in student ministry at this time, and also traveled to Israel in 1996 with Talbot. Joy was fortunate to live in Whittier near family members and to spend time with them during her time as a seminary student.
She spent the next several years obtaining her Doctor of Philosophy in Theology in Old Testament degree from Fuller Theological Seminary, in 2013. During this time she was treated successfully for breast cancer. She became an Adjunct Faculty member at Talbot where she taught online and in-person classes in theological research methods, Hebrew, and Old Testament for several years until her death.
She moved back to Fillmore to help care for her dad until he passed in 2020. She was self-employed as a manuscript editor for publishing companies, and for seminary students completing their doctoral theses. She became very involved with Faith Community Church, and hosted Bible studies and fun gatherings in her home. She was a mentor for several women in her group, who valued her wise counsel. She faithfully kept in touch with long-time friends and enjoyed their visits.
Joy was single all her life. She loved cats, and leaves behind Lance. She was vegan, walked regularly for exercise, and was very frugal! She loved the Lord and served Him well, and was ready for her new home in Heaven when He called her. Her work on earth was done.
Joy was preceded in death by her parents. Her sister Jill of Oak View survives her, as well as several cousins. Joy’s graveside service at Bardsdale Cemetery will be on Monday, October 27, at 10:30 a.m. A memorial service hosted by Faith Community Church, 355 D Street in Fillmore, will take place on Saturday, October 25, at 10:00. All are welcome at both services.
Donations in Joy’s memory may be made to Faith Community Church.

Ruth “Evelyn” Hasty (July 1939 – September 2025)

On September 30, 2025, we lost the matriarch of our family R. Evelyn Hasty (known to many as Grandma Evelyn), at the age of 86. She passed away in Ventura, CA from pulmonary edema with dementia.

She was born on July 1,1939 in McAlester, OK to Ralph and Ida Lester. As a young girl her family moved from Oklahoma to California and settled in Santa Paula where she grew up on the Limoneira Ranch. She was also a graduate of Santa Paula High School.

She married Robert “Bob” Hasty in 1957. In 1964 they started Bob’s Radiator Shop. Evelyn did all the bookkeeping for the business until she was no longer able. After Bob’s death she needed to keep busy, she went to work part-time for Wicks Furniture as well as the Fillmore Chamber of Commerce. She loved bowling and participated in various bowling leagues at Santa Paula and Buena Lanes. Some of her fondest memories were working with all the kids that participated in the Youth Bowling League Association. She was a devoted Christian and was a long-time member of the First Baptist Church of Fillmore.

Her family was her pride and joy. She loved to travel to see any of them, and if by chance she wasn’t invited, she would invite herself. She tried not to miss one significant moment in any of their lives. Anything important to her children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren was important to her.

Evelyn is survived by her daughters and sons-in-law, Robbie & Ronnie Tieman of Mohave Valley, AZ and Lynn & Craig Cole of Fillmore, CA. Grandchildren, Brittney (Tieman) & David Rowley of Fletcher, NC, Ronnie Tieman Jr., Mohave Valley, AZ, Curtis & Hillary Cole, Lone Grove, OK and Corey & Breanna Cole, Fillmore, CA. Great-Grandchildren, Olivia & Henry Rowley, Case, Adley & Mayli Cole and Callie & Hallie Cole. Sister-In-Laws, Joyce Hasty, Mohave Valley, AZ, & Brenda Hasty, Fillmore, CA. Sister/Brother-In Law, Carol (Hasty) & David Neal, Oxnard, CA as well as numerous nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by the love of her life, her husband Robert “Bob” Hasty and their son Brian Hasty. Parents Ralph and Ida Lester. Sister/Brother-In-Law, Louise (Lester)/Tom Sheppard, Jeanie Wheat and brother Ron Lester. Brother-In-Law, Roy Hasty and Brother-In-Law/Sister-In-Law Ted and Jan Hasty.

Graveside Services will be held on Thursday, October 9, 2025, at 11:00AM, Santa Paula Cemetery. Arrangements provided by Perez Family Funeral Home, 738 E. Santa Paula Street, Santa Paula, CA.

Barbara Jane Stoddard Shepherd (September 1946 - July 2025)

Barbara Jane Mathieu Stoddard Shepherd died July 25, 2025. Barbara died of complications from Alzheimer’s as she peacefully stopped breathing with her good friend Laura Bartels holding her hand. She was 78 years old. Barbara is survived by her husband Bob Shepherd, stepson Morgan Shepherd, and cousins on both her mother’s and father’s sides.

Barbara grew up in North Hollywood California, with her Father, Richard “Dick” Mathieu, and Mother, Patricia Mathieu. Her friends described her home as joyous and filled with love. Even as a young woman Barbara embraced life to the fullest. She brought joy and laughter to her friends and loved ones. Knowing Barbara was truly a gift. She attended Saint Joseph’s grade school and Immaculate Heart High School. She then attended the University of Southern California, where she earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Business.

Barbara met Bob Shepherd in 1971 outside the Santa Monica airport, where she worked as a bookkeeper at Suitcase Cycle, and Bob was working on building a hot tub. Not too long after this, Barbara and her golden retriever Murphy flew out to meet Bob in Montreal, Canada, where he was working on a motion picture. They bought a VW bus and drove cross-country back home. This was the beginning of many adventures they shared for the next 55 years.

Barbara and Bob had many good friends. They often took trips in their airplane, went camping with friends, and entertained at their home in North Hollywood. Morgan, Bob’s son, came to live with Bob and Barbara when he was 8 years old. She was a loving and supportive mother to Morgan. Barbara worked as a bookkeeper and often volunteered for causes involving children and animals. She had a deep love for her animals and all animals.

Barbara and Bob moved to Bardsdale, CA, in 1989. They enjoyed living on the orchard with their animals, being a part of the local community, growing organic oranges, raising chickens, and selling eggs at the farmers’ markets.

Barbara will be missed by the good friends she had throughout her life, Valyte Varness, Anita Howe Waxman, Kay Dietz, Laura Bartels, and many more. Her cousins Mary Therese Spaulding, Jim Mathieu, and Rich Mathieu held a special place in her heart. Barbara’s family and friends were graced by her love, care, humor, kindness, gifted skills, and beautiful presence. She will be missed by all who knew and loved her.

A memorial for Barbara will be held on: Saturday October I1, 2025 at 3:00 pm

Location: 1498 Bardsdale Ave, Fillmore, CA, 93015

Bardsdale United Methodist Church.

Stephen R. Price (June 1957 – September 2025)

Stephen Price, 68, of Gardnerville, NV died September 4th, 2025, after a brief battle with cancer. He is survived by his parents, Ray and Una Price, his wife, Leslie Price, daughters Jennifer and Susan, and seven grandchildren. Stephen was a police officer for the Oxnard Police Department for many years. He also worked as a police officer for the Ventura County Community College District and served as Lieutenant at Oxnard College. Stephen enjoyed hunting, camping, and world travel. He will be greatly missed by his family and friends. Services will be held Thursday, September 18th at Conejo Mountain Funeral Home in Camarillo at 9:00am.

Garland Rose Young Ferrell (November 1922 – April 2024)

Garland Rose Young Ferrell was born on November 20, 1922, to Clarence R. Young and Elsie Haase Young, raised in Bardsdale, California and served as Vice President of Ventura College.

Her first marriage to Robert Brude ended tragically when he was killed while training as a pilot during WWII. She then met and married Gordon Stuart Ferrell, a US Marine stationed at Camp Pendelton after participating in the battle for Iwo Jima.
They moved to Ventura County, where Rosalynn Ann was born in 1948 and Susanna Marie in 1950, and then to Bakersfield, where Gordon worked for an engineering firm.

George Archer Brown Ferrell was born in 1957, and Garland continued to be a devoted mother to the three children. When Gordon passed in 1971 Garland assumed both parental roles for George, which she embraced with her usual love and enthusiasm.

In 2000, to be near George and his family, Garland moved to Salinas, where she would remain until 2023. She passed in a care facility in Irvine on April 26, 2024.

In a ceremony at Bardsdale Cemetery at 10 am on September 19, 2025, her urn will be interred beside her brother Raymond W. Young and her parents.

Maureen Jay Carroll (June 1947 – August 2025)

Maureen Jay Carroll passed away peacefully at her home with her granddaughter, Christina, and loved ones by her side on August 22, 2025. She was born on June 19, 1947, to Arthur P. and Ruth Dalzell in South Gate, California. She attended South Gate High School, graduated from UCI Irvine College, and received her teaching degree. She married the love of her life, Steven Ray Carroll on July 13, 1968, and shared 53 wonderful years of marriage before Steve’s passing in February 2022. They moved to Ventura, California in 1980 where they raised their two sons Robb and Chad. Maureen had a fulfilling teaching career at San Cayetano Elementary School in Fillmore, California. There she was a beloved Kindergarten teacher where she demonstrated her love for teaching and made learning come alive for her students. She was a wonderful wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. For several years, Maureen courageously battled Progressive Supranuclear Palsy (PSP). No matter how hard the disease affected her, she never let it consume her and she tried to live her life to the best of her ability. She is survived by her two sons, Robb Carroll (Katie) of Minnesota, and Chad Carroll of Camarillo, several grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Maureen will be greatly missed and forever in our hearts. A reception to celebrate her life is scheduled for Monday, September 22, 2025, from 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. It will be held in the Garden House at Ivy Lawn Memorial Park and Funeral Home in Ventura where her ashes will be placed next to her beloved husband’s.

Antonina Maria Ibarra (August 1979 – August 2025)

Antonina Maria Ibarra, known to friends and family as Nina, celebrated her 46th birthday the day before she passed away on August 23, 2025. While at home she experienced an unexpected airway obstruction and Nina was called to heaven. Nina was born on August 22, 1979, in Ventura, California, to Henry and Katy Porras. She graduated from Fillmore High School and went on to complete nursing school at Ventura College to become a very compassionate RN. She loved music and finding solace from reading the Bible every day. Nina liked to garden, going camping with family, and she especially loved traveling to Big Bear where she hoped to retire. It’s where a portion of her ashes are to be spread. Antonina is survived by her husband Robert, and her two daughters Abigail and Grace (Ivan Puga, husband) and her parents Henry and Katy, Antonina is in heaven with her young sister Rosanna Porras. We know two loving sisters are safe in the arms of Jesus watching over us and their angelic loving presence will always be part of our lives. There are no words that can express how grateful and blessed we are with so many friends and family members who have comforted us. Also, a heartfelt thank you to the Fillmore EMT and firefighters for doing everything they could.

A Celebration of Life will be held on Friday, September 26th, 2025, at 9:00am at Life Point Church, 1057 1st Street, Fillmore, CA 93015. Family and friends are welcome to attend and honor Antonina’s life. Following the church ceremony her burial will be at Bardsdale Cemetery, 1698 South Sespe Street, Fillmore, CA 93015.

For map, directions to ceremony locations, to sign the family’s online guest book, share stories, and post pictures please visit www.garciamortuaryoxnard.com and click on Antonina’s name below “Obituaries.” Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the family owned and operated Garcia Mortuary, 629 South “A” Street, Oxnard, CA 93030. For further information please call (805) 486-9148.

Joseph Douglas Murphy (June 1966 – August 2025)

Joseph Murphy passed away at home after a brief illness on 8/10/2025, He was 59 years old.
He was born June 13, 1966, in Granada Hills, CA and lived the majority of his life in Fillmore and Santa Paula.

Joe graduated from Fillmore High School in 1984.

Joe worked in various jobs throughout his life. He worked in the oilfield tubular inspection business, a roustabout and operator for Oryx Energy Company, and as a general plumbing and construction contractor.

Joe is survived by his son, Jordan, two daughters, Karyssa and Joslynn. His grandchildren Jacob, Jackson and Addison. His sisters Regina and Lori, his brothers Dennis (Kim), James (Diane), Timothy and Scott and numerous nieces and nephews.

Joe is proceeded in death by his parents John D. Murphy and Hazel Dalzell, his brother Eddie Murphy and
his nephew Levi Waugh.

A private celebration of life for Joe may be planned at a future date.

Joe loved spending time with his family and friends, he had a huge heart, a constant smile on his face and was a friend to everyone he met. He will be dearly missed by family & friends.

Donovan Schram (October 1939 – July 2025)

Fillmore - Donovan Schram, a devoted husband and family man, passed away peacefully on July 25, 2025, at the age of 85. Born in Canada, and the only child of Robert Roy Schram and Ruthray (Adams) Schram. Don, at 19 married Roberta Jean Mc Clure, who was then 18 in 1959. Don joined the US Marine Corp and served his country for four years. Don’s life was blessed with four children, six grandchildren, and four great-grandchildren.

After starting a career as a supervisor of 10 employees for 3M, Don pursued his desire to become his own boss through two successful businesses; first as a beekeeper, pollinating farms all over Southern California, and later as an orange grower. In his retirement Don loved living on his ranch, tending to the picking and packing machinery for farmer’s markets around the county. His next love in retirement was researching and writing about his family’s genealogy, finding and contacting relatives and sharing stories that brought his ancestors to life.

Don was proud of his three sons; Randy (Julie) Darryl, (Maren), Robert (Julie) and his six grandchildren; Jon Justine, Jet Kai, Will and Nora, and four great-grandchildren, Mila Rowan, Elise and Noah.
He will be remembered alongside his daughter Lisa who predeceased him in death.

A Celebration of Life will be held on September 13th at 2:00 at Orchard Community Church, 8180 Telephone Road, Ventura CA 93004.

In Lieu of flowers please donate to your local animal shelter.

Victoria Martinez White (July 1938 — July 2025)

Victoria Martinez White, a longtime resident of Fillmore, CA, unexpectedly called to heaven on July 21, 2025. She was one of 9 children, known to many as Vicky, born July 2, 1938, in Santa Paula, CA to Alejandro and Antonia Martinez. She graduated from Santa Paula High School.

Vicky worked in the service industry in Ventura County for many decades that included the Limoneria and Calavo Packing Houses in Santa Paula and the Fillmore Convalescent Center. She retired after 16 years of service at age 75 from Community Memorial Hospital in Ventura. She enjoyed crocheting, macrame, crafting, making dolls and Christmas stockings, cake decorating, baking and cooking. No one could make flour tortillas or rum cake like Vicky, even though the family tried! She loved to spend her evenings watching the food network, the local news, Jeopardy, Wheel of Fortune and Family Feud.

She is survived by her sister Vera Cox, son Benny Lovato (Cheryl); granddaughters Brittney Harris (Richard) and Alyssa Searcy (Rhett); grandsons Zachary, Julien (Alexandra), Jeffrey and Jacob Lovato; great granddaughters Madelyn Harris and Clara Searcy; numerous nieces, nephews and grand nieces, and nephews.

Preceded in death by her sons Dino, Gino and Ronnie Lovato; sisters Ignacia Martinez and Virginia Prado (infant twin brother); brothers Freddy, Steve, Robert, and Manuel Martinez.

Memorial services provided by Perez Family Funeral Home, 600 Central Ave, Fillmore, CA 93015; Aug 14, 2025, from 8-11am with a rosary, 10-10:45am. Burial to follow at Bardsdale Cemetery, 1698 S. Sespe Street, Fillmore, CA.

Catherine O. “Wera” Cervantez (February 1934 – July 2025)

Our beloved mama and grandma, Catherine O. “Wera” Cervantez, 91, of Piru, Ca, peacefully passed away on July 4th, 2025, to be with our Lord and to join her loving husband and her family who’ve gone before her. Mama was born to Ignacio and Amanda Abalos Ortega on February 13, 1934, in Piru Ca. Mama attended Piru and Fillmore schools up until the 8th grade as she traveled back and forth from Piru, Ca to El Paso, Tx with her parents. In 1951, at the age of 17, she met her loving husband, Manual Cervantez of Piru, Ca. Together they built their beautiful family in their “little castle”, as she would call it, in Piru and were blessed with 5 children. They were married for 47 years until his passing in 1998. Mama worked for Fillmore-Piru Citrus Association as a lead grader for 29 yrs. Mama was a devoted Catholic and was a Parishioner of San Salvador Mission church. Mama loved the fact that she lived across the street from the church and enjoyed listening to the church bells that rang throughout the day. Mama was a member of the Sacred Heart Society at which one time she served as President. Mama enjoyed gardening in her garden, shopping with her daughters, spending time with her siblings, taking care of her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, watching Dodger games or the animal planet channel and most of all drinking her extra hot coffee all day long. One thing about Mama was she loved her siblings very much and would do anything for them. She also welcomed anyone who came to visit her and always made sure to offer them coffee as she would tell us “dales café”.

She is survived by her children, Pauline (husband, Gilbert), Phyllis, Phillip (wife, Doreen), Greg (wife, Sharyn), and Angela (husband, Manuel); 11 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren; her sister and best-friend Delfina Ortega; numerous nephews and nieces and her honorary family friend, Sandi Graham.

Mama was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Manual Cervantez, her loving parents and siblings.

We would like to give a special thanks to Dr.Deutch and his staff for the many years as her Doctor, to her nurses Christine Holliday and Kathrine Montes of Los Robles Home Health/Hospice for taking such good care of her with compassion and dignity towards the end of her life, to Irma Torres for being a phone call away to support us with caregiving and nursing needs and to her niece, our cousin Denise Ruiz for devoting her time to stay with Mama in times of keeping her company and to help care for her when needed.

We will miss you deeply, Mama. You were our strength and our home. May you rest in peace with Daddy and please watch over and pray for us. Your love lives on in all of us. We love and thank you for everything. Until we meet again.

Rosary and Funeral services will be held at 10:00 AM on Saturday, August 2nd, 2025, at San Salvador Mission Church, 4045 Center Street. Piru, Ca.

Internment to follow at Piru Cemetery 3956 Center Street, Piru, Ca. Reception to follow back at San Salvador Mission Church outdoor patio gazebo.

Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Joseph P. Reardon Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 757 E. Main St., Ventura, Ca.

Tommy Vásquez Ramírez (April 1939 – June 2025)

Tommy Vásquez Ramírez passed away peacefully as the Solstice sun rose on Saturday, June 21, 2025. Born April 18, 1939, in Rancho Sespe, outside of Fillmore CA, Tommy was one of 12 children raised by Paul Ramírez and Guadalupe Vásquez Ramírez in the Santa Clara Valley. He was a generous and hard-working man with a life marked by helping others.

Tommy is survived by his children Vincent, John, Larry, Carol, Rick, Jim, Tiffany, Brianna, Johnathan and Hector, their partners, numerous grandchildren, great-grand children, and Mary Ramírez and Bonnie Ramírez. He is also survived by his adoring sisters Rachel Calzada and Anita Ramirez Limon, loyal brothers Arthur and Gilbert, and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Tommy was predeceased by his father Paul, his mother Guadalupe, madrasta María, sisters Carmen Davis, Esther Robles, Linda Venegas, and brothers Raul, Raymond, Paul Jr. and Henry Ramírez.

Tommy finished top of his class at Fillmore Union High School in 1957 and began a 35-year career at General Motors Assembly Division plant located in Van Nuys, where he was production leader on the Camaros and Trans Ams. He served in the U.S. Army from 1958-60, training at Fort Ord and stationed in West Germany. He returned to GM in 1960 and served unto his well-earned retirement. Mid-career, Tommy enrolled in evening courses and earned an associate’s degree from Moorpark College in 1977. After GM, he served as a bus driver for Fillmore Area Transit, serving the paratransit needs of our elders and disabled community and school children including his great nieces and nephews. A work-life of physical labor took its toll on his body, yet translated to opportunities for his children and influence upon their own ethics of hard work and educational advancement.

Tommy was active in service to community throughout his life as volunteer firefighter for the Fillmore Fire Department, numerous leadership roles with Fillmore Little League and the Booster Club at St. Bonaventure High School in Ventura. His hospice was gentle and comfortable, surrounded by family.

Private cremation and memorial. Interment Bardsdale Cemetery.

Donal Wade Downey (September 1937 – May 2025)

Donal Wade Downey, aged 87, passed away on May 29, 2025, in Fillmore, California. Born on September 7, 1937, Donal, affectionately known as Don, spent over four decades in the banking industry, culminating his career at the Bank of the Sierras in Fillmore.

Don was known for his unwavering kindness and was often referred to as the friendliest man in Fillmore. His warm personality and loving nature left a lasting impact on everyone he met. He was a committed member of Faith Community Church in Fillmore. Don shared his musical talents widely, playing the guitar and leading songs, which were integral parts of his life.

He is survived by his wife, Deana; daughters Janet Rutland and husband Mickey, Laurie Downey, and Julie Stallings and husband Gary; grandchildren, Whitney and Zachary Rutland; and his sister, Peggy Riggins. He was preceded in death by Ralph and Celestine Downey, sister Pattsy Horn, and brothers-in-law, Bob Horn and Jack Riggins.

A memorial celebration will be held at his family home at 1123 King St, Fillmore, on July 12, 2025, from 1 to 4 p.m., where family and friends can gather to share food and memories. A special tribute to Don will be at 1:30 p.m.

Don Downey’s life was marked by his devotion to community, his church, and most importantly, his family. He will be deeply missed by all who knew him.

Robert Silva (“Sheriff”) (September 1950 - June 2025)

In Loving Memory of Robert Silva (“Sheriff”) September 4th 1950 - June 4th 2025
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Robert Silva, affectionately known as “Sheriff,” who left us on June 4, 2025, in Fort Smith, Arkansas.

Robert was a kind and generous soul, known for his big heart and unwavering willingness to help anyone in need. He brought warmth and joy to those around him and loved spending time in Las Vegas and cheering on his beloved San Francisco 49ers.

Robert shared a deeply special bond with his niece Mady. After the passing of her mother, Robert stepped in to help raise her from a young age, loving and caring for her as his own. Mady stood devotedly by his side and was a constant source of strength and support throughout his illness. He cared for her deeply and was incredibly proud of the woman she has become.

Robert is survived by his devoted wife of 36 years, Leslie Silva; his children Elaine Silva and Robert Silva Jr.; and his grandchildren Junior Villanueva, Janessa Villanueva, Christian Fierro, Isabelle Silva, Ramiah Silva, Little Robert Silva, and Isaac Silva. He is also survived by his sisters Agnes (Dennis) Alamillo and Margie Lopez; brothers Bill Silva (Charlie), Henry Silva, David Silva, Gabe Silva (Tina), and Joe Dominguez (Sylvia); his in-laws David and Chyrel Hill, his niece Madyson Bishop and many beloved nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts, uncles, and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Joe Dominguez Sr. and Margaret Dominguez; sisters Laura Rivas and Joann Silva; brothers Tony Silva Frank Silva; and Rudy Hernandez; granddaughter Nevaeh Silva; and sister-in-law Michelle Bishop.

A celebration of Robert’s life will be held on June 27th from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM at the Piru Community Center, 802 Orchard St, Piru, CA. All who knew and loved him are welcome to join in honoring his memory.

Rosie Louise Mynatt (December 1933 – May 2025)

Rosie Louise Mynatt passed away peacefully at her home in Santa Paula on May 2, 2025, following a brief illness. Louise, as she was known to many, was born in Wichita Falls, Texas on December 23, 1933, to Claud and Fay Lemons, and was one of ten children and the last of her siblings. In 1952 she married Billy L Mynatt and they settled in Fillmore to live while raising their 4 children. She and her husband were longtime residents of Fillmore until their retirement from Thatcher’s Glass Mfg., at which time they relocated to Oklahoma and then to Kingman Arizona. Upon Bill’s death in 2011 Lou moved back to Santa Paula to be close to her children, where she enjoyed seeing her many great grandchildren, her daily walks, the Senior Center Senior exercise classes, volunteering for the Santa Paula Food banks, finding treasures while enjoying the city yard sales and tending to her beautiful flower garden.

She will be forever missed by her serving children; daughter Chris Urrea; son Eric Mynatt (wife, Dee), grandchildren (10) and great-grandchildren (23). She was preceded brothers. in death by her daughter Donna Mynatt, son Kenny Mynatt; both parents, 5 sisters and 4 brothers.

Honoring his wishes, there will be a private family ceremony at Bardsdale Cemetery, Fillmore.

Jeannine Rae Thomas (September 1940 – May 2025)

Jeannine Rae Thomas passed away in her Ventura home on May 18, 2025, at the age of 84. She was born on September 5, 1940, in Lyon County, Iowa. She grew up in Los Angeles and attended Franklin High School. There she met the love of her life and husband of 53 years, Darrell, with whom she is now reunited.

She worked as a loving housewife and mother of four children. She started and co-owned Towne & Country Fabrics in Fillmore for seven years with her lifelong friend Beverly Hurst. After her children left the house, she had more loving care to give to people, so she went to nursing school, and graduated at the top of her class. She worked as a medical-surgical nurse for more than two decades . After retiring from nursing she was a charitable, gentle and skilled healthcare resource for family, friends and neighbors.

She was actively involved in church as a deacon and in other roles, being a tireless resource for all manner of camps and Sunday school classes.

She traveled extensively with Darrell, but her favorite place seemed to be Rincon Beach. To her family, that will always be Mom’s Beach.

She was preceded in death by her adoring husband Darrell, and her parents Ralph and Esther Long.

She is survived by her children: Shel (Will), Mark (Stephenie), Daniel (Liz) and Eric (Kathleen); her grandchildren: Hannah, Andrew (Mary), Emily (Kyle), Seth, Kylee (Greg), Zane, Veronica and Eva; her great grandchildren Reese and Indie, Charlotte and Pearl; and her sisters Janyce and Marleen (Grant).

Her stalwart loving care for aging family members was unmatched. She was the final caregiver for her aging parents and in-laws. She also cared for her husband Darrell in his final years, giving us an example to follow in providing comfort and dignity to her as she exited this world.

The family would like to acknowledge the extraordinary and sacrificial loving care given by her daughter Shel for the last 6 years, and that of her grandson Andrew whose enthusiastic care for his grandmother brought her joy.

Details of a celebration of life service will be forthcoming.

In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation in her memory to the Ventura County Rescue Mission in Oxnard, CA.