Obituaries

Obituaries for the Las Vegas, NV Area

Clark Randall "Randy" Plentzas

Clark Randall "Randy" Plentzas

Feb 24, 2026

We are sad to announce that Clark Randall “Randy” Plentzas left this earth on February 24, 2026, at the age of 63 after a brief illness. Born and raised in Las Vegas, Randy had a 33-year career as a well-respected California workers’ compensation attorney. He was a caring and dedicated advocate for injured workers, who greatly appreciated not only his...

Wallace Vee Gutzmer

Wallace Vee Gutzmer

Feb 18, 2026

Wallace Vee Gutzmer, age 60, of Las Vegas, Nevada, went home to be with Jesus on February 18, 2026.

Wally was born on December 30, 1965, in Rapid City, South Dakota, to Wallace and Judi Gutzmer. He was baptized into the family of God in January 1966 at Zion Lutheran Church in Rapid City. He was confirmed in his Christian faith...

Kevin Joseph Thorn

Kevin Joseph Thorn

Feb 15, 2026

Kevin Joseph Thorn, age 57, passed away on February 15, 2026. Born on December 31, 1968, in Passaic, New Jersey, Kevin grew up in Fairfield, Montana, where he developed the strong character that would define his life. He earned his nursing degree from Montana State University immediately after high school and went on to graduate from the University of North...

Shakonda S Walker

Shakonda S Walker

Jan 27, 2026

Our Beloved Daughter, Sister, Mother, Godmother, Aunt and Friend 

Shakonda Sherriee Walker was born in Los Angeles, California, at Kaiser Permanente Hospital on Sunset Boulevard to Alfredo and Patricia Walker. From the very beginning, she lived her life with strength, joy, and purpose. 

She attended school in Los Angeles and graduated from Inglewood High School as a member of the Class of...

Nicki Johnson

Nicki Johnson

Jan 26, 2026

Lynnette Nicole “Nicki” Johnson, 55, passed away peacefully on January 26, 2026, surrounded by loved ones, following complications from heart failure.



Born and raised in Portland, Oregon, Nicki spent the first 44 years of her life in the city that shaped her before making her home in Las Vegas for the past 11 years.



She was a devoted mother to her two...

Hyung Jin Kim

Hyung Jin Kim

Jan 14, 2026

Hyung Jin Kim, age 42, passed away on Wednesday, January 14, 2026.

Hyung was a graduate of Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts and the University of Nevada, Las Vegas. Driven by a deep passion for the culinary arts, he worked as a chef at restaurants and convention centers across MGM properties. Later in his career, he transitioned into a...

Paul Julian Love Jr

Paul Julian Love Jr

Jan 9, 2026

Paul J. Love, Jr., 63, passed away on January 9, 2026, in North Las Vegas, Nevada.

Paul, known as “Lovey” to close family and friends, was born in San Diego, California, to Paul J. Love, Sr. and Lillian Love on January 28, 1962.

Over the next few years, his family moved to Michigan, and expanded to include twin brothers — Jeffery and...

Donnie Ray White

Donnie Ray White

Jan 8, 2026

In Loving Memory of

Donald Ray White - Sunrise: November 16, 1951, to Sunset: January 8, 2026

Born November 16, 1951, in Tallulah, LA to Alean White and Jerry McInTosh. He moved to Las Vegas in December, 1963. Donald attended Western High School in 1970. After high school, he worked at Fremont Hotel until he retired in 2013.

Met his wife Dorthy in...

Gilbert Valenzuela

Gilbert Valenzuela

Jan 3, 2026

In Loving Memory of Gilbert

Gilbert was larger than life—full of energy, generosity, and a love that touched everyone he met. He was deeply loved and admired for his selfless nature, always putting others first and making sure those around him were cared for and happy.

A devoted Christian, Gilbert lived his faith through kindness, compassion, and giving back. His heart for...

Jennifer Susan Apfel

Jennifer Susan Apfel

Jan 1, 2026

Jennifer Susan McCune Apfel 

Born on November 19, 1946, in Marion, Ohio, to Wayne and Elenabelle McCune. She grew up in Miami Beach, Florida, where she enjoyed a happy childhood filled with family, friends, horseback riding, and a passion for playing the saxophone in marching band. After graduating high school in 1964, Susan and her best friend packed a car with...