Obituaries

Obituaries for the Las Vegas, NV Area

Richard Richards

Richard Richards

Jul 14, 2024

It is with profound sorrow that we announce the passing of Richard Richards, a beloved husband father, grandfather, and caring individual. Richard was born on the 17th of October, 1934 and passed away on the 14th of July, 2024.

An extraordinary man, Richard was known for his humorous nature that could lighten up the mood in any setting, thereby making him...

Esther Alicia Sanoja

Esther Alicia Sanoja

Jul 12, 2024

At the families request, if you are planning on attending services please respond to Lucy Sanoja (702) 600-7291

Esther Alicia Sanoja, beloved wife, sister, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and faithful servant of the Lord Jesus Christ, passed away peacefully on July 12, 2024, surrounded by family after her years-long battle with dementia.

Esther was born on October 1, 1957, in Oxnard, California, to...

Samona Lynn Gaines

Samona Lynn Gaines

Jul 5, 2024

Samona Lynn Gaines was born to Samuel and Jo Louise Hardman on September 10, 1961. She made her heavenly transition July 5, 2024. She was preceded in death by her husband, Gregory Gaines; mother, Louise Hardman and daughter, Misty Hardman. She leaves to mourn her passing; dad ,Samuel Hardman; children, Monee’ and Philip Peery; granddaughter, My’Yiah Hardman Butler; sister, Christel...

Linda Rothenberger

Linda Rothenberger

Jul 2, 2024

Linda Rothenberger, born May 29, 1943, sadly passed away on July 2, 2024. She was a beloved wife, mother, sister, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She was known for her friendly, bubbly, and outgoing personality. Throughout her life, she remained an example of resilience, joy, and independence, always encouraging those around her to laugh and enjoy life. 

Linda was born to Dorene Christensen...

Blanca Hechavarria

Blanca Hechavarria

Jun 30, 2024

In Loving Memory of a Remarkable Woman

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Blanca Hechavarria, who left this world on June 30. She was a beacon of light and love in our lives, a true embodiment of grace, strength, and compassion. Blanquita was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother and great...

Elmer Canon Pama

Elmer Canon Pama

Jun 30, 2024

It is with profound sadness and heartfelt sorrow that we announce the passing of Elmer Pama, affectionately known by many as Mher. Born on June 26, 1975, Elmer left us too soon on June 30, 2024.

A truly remarkable and compassionate soul, Elmer will be remembered fondly for his quiet personality, kind spirit, selfless generosity, and remarkable kindness.

In his honor, a...

Ellen Smith

Ellen Smith

Jun 28, 2024

It is with deep sadness we announce the death of our dear mother Ellen Smith. Ellen was born in 1934 and passed away peacefully in June 2024 surrounded by family. She was 90 years old. She is survived by her four daughters, Jeanne Burns, Gloria Lake, Diane DeRuiter (Mark), and Donna Bonfield (Mike); six grandchildren, Shauna (Rick), Christy (Zeb), Amanda...

Carlos Melgar Sison

Carlos Melgar Sison

Jun 24, 2024

Carlos M. Sison, 66, a devoted servant of God, loving husband, father, brother, and friend, peacefully passed away on June 24, 2024, in Las Vegas, Nevada. He was born on January 14, 1958 in Manila, Philippines, to Juan A. Sison and Olga M. Sison.

Carlos is survived by his beloved wife, Amy, who was his steadfast companion and soulmate throughout their...

Bibiana Escobedo-Snyman

Bibiana Escobedo-Snyman

Jun 14, 2024

The family of Bibiana would like to express their most sincerest appreciation to her employer Ethica Wines for all of their compassion and support during this difficult time.

Yolanda Penus Laserna

Yolanda Penus Laserna

Jun 4, 2024

Yolanda “Yoly” was born on August 10, 1936, in the Philippines to Agapito Penus and Faustina Fernandez (both deceased).



Early in her life, Yoly received an A.S. degree in Commerce that equipped her professional years in office administration and management when she worked for Aboitiz and the family-owned YB Industrial Inc. in the Philippines. In the U.S., she worked for the...

Laurie Louise Volis

Laurie Louise Volis

Jun 2, 2024

Today, we remember Laurie Volis for her unwavering love as well as the joy and light she carried with her into every place she went. As we gather to say our final goodbyes let us carry with us the lessons she taught us all about living in the moment, never taking ourselves too seriously, and cherishing the moments we have...

John M Mallory

John M Mallory

Jun 1, 2024

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of John Mallory. Born on December 9, 1933, he courageously embraced the end of his chapter in this world on June 1, 2024. He leaves behind his beloved daughter, Trudy Mallory, and significant other, Mary Weigl, Devin Sayles, his great grandson,  and the memory of his predeceased daughter, Deborah Mallory,...

David H Greene

David H Greene

May 31, 2024

David Hindley Greene

October 15, 1962 – May 31, 2024

David Hindley Greene, 61, of Las Vegas, Nevada, passed away unexpectedly on May 31, 2024.  David was born in San Francisco, California, on October 15, 1962 to D. Forrest and Gerda M. Greene. He grew up in San Francisco, the youngest of five children.  In 1971, the family relocated to Salt Lake...

Carmela Locascio

Carmela Locascio

May 26, 2024

Carmela "Millie" LoCascio

January 29, 1932 – May 26, 2024

 

Carmela LoCascio, known affectionately as Millie, was a beloved wife, sister, aunt, godmother, and friend. She was the cherished wife of Jake LoCascio and a devoted sister to Rosario Mastrosimone, Lena D’Agostino, Phil Mastrosimone, Margie Gunari, and Nancy Pella. She also held a special bond with her sister-in-law, Beatrice LoCascio. Millie's love...

Avelina Bautista Mallari

Avelina Bautista Mallari

May 26, 2024

Life Story

Avelina Bautista Mallari, born on November 10, 1937, is known to us as Nanay, Tita, Lola, Ninang and Sister Belen. She was born and raised in Barangay Sta. Cruz, Makati, Philippines to Santiago Bautista and Rosita Talampas. Belen is the seventh of nine siblings: Rafaela, Soledad, Benjamin, Alfredo, Delfin, Manuel, Celia and Oscar. She was the last surviving sibling...

Richard Orr

Richard Orr

May 23, 2024

Richard Kevin Orr, 61, of Las Vegas, NV, passed away unexpectedly on May 23, 2024. He was born in Creston, IA on February 17, 1963, to James Orr and Sharon Bubb.



Rich is survived by his children Kerry and Tiffany Orr, his mother Sharon Bubb, brothers Jim and Russell Orr, sisters Terri Guerrero, Pamela Montez, Kelly Hazlewood, Kimberly Dupuy, Tawna Orr-Kinzie...

Bruce Cullings

Bruce Cullings

May 21, 2024

Today is November 14, 2019, and I sit quietly pondering my life over 86 years. As I do so, I am amazed at the length of it, happy that it has lasted this long and wondering how I have managed to do all the wonderful things that I have been able to do, see and participate in. Somewhere in all...