Julia Ann Marcarelli (née Ciampoli), 95, passed away at home surrounded by loved ones on Tuesday, April 2, 2024. She was predeceased by her loving husband of 70 years, Ralph. She is survived by five of their seven children, Patrice (Michael McKinney), Ralph, Gregory, Christine Myers, and Andrew, and predeceased by their two daughters, Julianne (Jim) Costello and Monica. As "Nonni," she leaves behind six grandchildren, Nicole (Rob) Edelhauser, Elysia (Jack) Sleeper, Stefanie...

Clement Aime, devoted and loving husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away peacefully on March 28, 2024 at age 85. A proud naval veteran, Clement fought valiantly and defied all expectations in his battle with Pulmonary Fibrosis. Clement was born on March 26, 1939 to Stefano and Orsolina Aime and raised in Cucamonga, California. He met Linda, the love of his life, and they were married on February 11, 1961. Their marriage lasted 57 years...

Raymond LaGrand Jasperson, 82 was born in Orem, Utah to Audrey & Dean Jasperson on August 10, 1941. He came to California when he was 11 years old with his family.  He went to Banning High School in Wilmington California, in 1958 he joined the Armed Forces of the United States.  Ray was discharged from the Army in February 1962.  In December 1962 he married Kathern LaVerne Norman. Raymond & Kathern moved to Huntington Beach CA in 1966. Raymond joined the Carpenters...

Stephen Lynn Simon Stephen Lynn Simon was born November 8, 1945 in Atlantic, Iowa to Mardell and Harold Simon of Anita, Iowa.  Steve passed away unexpectedly at the age of 78 on March 25, 2024 in Huntington Beach, CA where he called home for 55 years. Steve grew up on a farm south of Anita and attended his early school days in country school, graduating with the Class of 1964 from Anita High School.   Following high school Steve joined the United States Marine Corp, serving...

We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of Minh “Mike” Tran, a beloved husband, son, brother, uncle, and friend. Mike left us on March 24, 2024, after a courageous battle with cancer. He is survived by his wife (Tuyet Mai), mother, four sisters, 2 brothers and their spouses, seven nieces, and six nephews. Mike was proud to be the “Beach Dude” living in Huntington Beach this past 15 years.  He found the Surfside City a match to his laid-back, free-spirited...

Michael (“Mickey”) Anthony Baggetta Michael A. Baggetta, age 90, passed away on Saturday morning, March 23, 2024, peacefully surrounded by loved ones in his family home of 52 years in Huntington Beach, CA. He was an exceptional human being who lived an ordinary life. He has left an indelible mark on his family and all who knew him. Mike was born on January 17, 1934 at home in New York City where he spent his formative years growing up in the ‘Little Italy’ section...

Jose “Joe” Ayala, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend passed away on March 21, 2024 at the age of 94.  Born in Tampa, Florida on February 21, 1930, Joe led a remarkable life filled with dedication, service, and passion. At the young age of 18, Joe joined the Marines in 1948 and served as corporal until 1952, bravely fighting in the Korean war.   In August 1948, while Joe was stationed in California, he met Kitty, the love of his...