White Emerson Mortuary Obituaries
Yolanda Peru
Feb 5, 2024
Our beautiful mother and grandmother Yolanda “Yolie” Peru passed away on February 5th, 2024 peacefully at our home in Whittier surrounded by her family, just as she wished. She was born is East Los Angeles in 1955 to Amado and Tina Peru, who eventually moved to Pico Rivera where she was raised with her 5 other siblings. She had two...
Sally Howser
Feb 3, 2024
Sally Lee Howser from Oklahoma, California, and Oregon, passed away in Whittier, California on February 3, 2024 , at the age of 68. Daughter of Caroline Rose Howser of Oklahoma, adopted by her Aunt and Uncle in 1957, William Roy Howser and Betty Howser raised Sally in California with her cousins/ brothers Dennis, Alan, and sisters Linda and Mary Howser....
Theresa Alcala Tercero
Feb 3, 2024
Theresa Alcala Tercero, fondly known as Terry, passed away on February 3, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of hard work, dedication, and numerous cherished memories. Born on February 18, 1953, in Los Angeles, California, Terry was a remarkable individual who made significant contributions both in her career and personal life.
Terry's educational journey began at St. Lawrence Catholic School and continued...
Tanya M. Kobzeff
Feb 3, 2024
Tanya Moissey Kobzeff, 79, was born in Tehran, Iran, on July 18, 1944 and passed away in Fresno, California on February 3, 2024.
Tanya is survived by her loving children, Karen Shubin of Fresno, and Daniel Kobzeff of Templeton, son-in-law Nick Shubin of Fresno, and five beautiful grandchildren, Rebecca Shubin, Jacob and Melacedia Shubin, Dylan Kobzeff and Ryan Kobzeff, all of...
Joan Carol Kottmann
Jan 31, 2024
Joan Carol Kottmann, a beloved member of the community, passed away on January 31, 2024, in Peoria, AZ. Born on November 3, 1942, in Los Angeles, CA, Joan's life was marked by compassion, dedication, and involvement in the support and care of her communities.
Joan's professional journey was defined by her roles in customer service with Crown Zellerbach and Boise Cascade...
Robert C. Lozano
Jan 31, 2024
Obituary
Name: Robert Cavazos Lozano Nickname: “Tito”
Date of Birth: August 6, 1927 Place of Birth: La Feria, Texas
Date of Death: January 31, 2024 Place of Death: Hacienda Heights, CA 91745
Father’s Name: Porfirio Lozano ...
Valentina Barron
Jan 28, 2024
Valentina “Rosa” Barron was born on October 15,1933 in Allienda Coahuila, Mexico to Hilario Gonzalez and Maria Nava Gonzalez. She gained her education to become a teacher and a few years later she went to the U.S. where she met her husband Luis. They eloped on New Years day 1952 in Eagle Pass, Texas. She went on to Have 5...
Vicki Dianne Mastro
Jan 27, 2024
Vicki Dianne Mastro, affectionately known as "Vicki Cupcake," passed away January 27, 2024, in her hometown of Whittier, California. She was born on October 3, 1966, at Whittier Hospital and grew up surrounded by the love and support of her family and friends.
Vicki's educational journey started at Hoover Elementary from Kindergarten through third grade before moving to Lincoln Elementary for...
Michael Edwin Coscia
Jan 18, 2024
Michael Edwin Coscia was born on April 1, 1946, in Los Angeles, California, and passed away on January 18, 2024. Michael loved his family, all his friends, fishing, hunting, Raiders football, and telling stories to anyone who would listen. He worked many years, all over the country, as an electrician and had stories to tell about his adventures on the job sites....
Susan Sharron Pineda
Jan 12, 2024
Susan Sharron Pineda passed away peacefully on January 12, 2024, in Whittier, California. She was born on January 17, 1950, in Denver, Colorado to her mother Maria Rickman.
Susan led a fulfilling career as a supervisor for 27 years working throughout Los Angeles and Orange County. She was greatly appreciated for her leadership skills and commitment to excellence.
Aside from her professional...
Elver Leonel Sazo
Jan 7, 2024
Elver Leonel Sazo, affectionately known as "Grumpy", passed away on January 7, 2024, leaving behind a legacy that will forever be cherished. Born on January 21, 1967, in Escuintla, Guatemala, Elver moved to Inglewood, California, he worked as a barber and touched the lives of countless individuals with his skillful hands and kind heart.
Elver had a deep passion for his...
Roy Timothy Caputo
Jan 6, 2024
Roy Timothy Caputo was born July 4th, 1960 in Whittier, California, the third child of Eugene and Ruth Caputo. He grew up in Whittier and graduated from La Serna High School. Roy joined the Air Force in his twenties and began his military service on the electronic maintenance crew of the strategic missile forces in Wyoming. Later, he became a...
Kathleen Gay Ibey
Jan 6, 2024
Kathleen Gay Ibey of Whittier California passed away peacefully on January 6, 2024 at the age of 70 after a hard fought and admirable battle against liver disease. She will be missed greatly by those who knew and loved her.
Kathleen (Kathy) was born February 3,1953 in Gardena to Wilbert and Juanita Jones Vogel where she lived until...
Laura Jean DeCuir
Jan 4, 2024
Laura Jean DeCuir, 54, of La Mirada, CA, passed away on January 4, 2024 of age-related complications associated with Down Syndrome. She was born in Los Angeles to Rosemary and George DeCuir on July 20, 1969, the same day, she’d be sure to point out, that man landed on the moon. She attended John Glenn High School in Norwalk, CA,...
