White Emerson Mortuary Obituaries

Jul 18, 2023

Jul 18, 2023

 

Our wonderful Mom, Josephine Uhlir (known as Jessie to many of her friends) passed away on 18 July at the age of 98. She was much more than the best mother in the world. She was an amazing friend and a well-loved member of her community.

Josephine was passionately involved in the Hacienda Heights Women's Club, Friends of the...

Jul 16, 2023

Bruce Martin, a beloved member of the community, passed away on July 16, 2023, in Fullerton, California. He was born on September 6, 1935.

Education was an important aspect of Bruce's life. He graduated from Whittier High School and went on to earn a Bachelor's degree from Whittier College in 1957. His commitment to learning continued throughout his life, shaping...

Jul 13, 2023

Anna Marie De La Torre, 85, passed away peacefully in her sleep in Whittier, California on July 23, 2023.The daughter of Guillermo and Concepción De La Torre, Anna Marie was born on December 28, 1937 inLos Angeles, California. She was one of 5 sisters and 3 brothers. Anna Marie grew up in California, living mostof her childhood in Pico Rivera....

Jul 12, 2023

 

Diana Maria Loayza, 60, of Downey, California passed away peacefully on July 12th, 2023. She was born on April 18th, 1963 at White Memorial Hospital in East Los Angeles. She attended Selby Grove Elementary, San Gabriel Academy, CACH in Chile, Warren High School ('80), and Cerritos College. Diana returned to Chile in 1980 to study tourism and taught English...

Jul 8, 2023

 8David Martinez, beloved son of Thomas and Dolores Martinez, loving brother of FloydeMartinez, Bobby Martinez, Thomasita Martinez, Connie Sandoval, and Patricia Bustos. Davidwas a loyal husband to Lorenza Martinez and a devoted father to Xochi Alvarez, RobertaCastleton, and David Martinez, Jr.,. He was a proud grandfather to Vanessa Sandoval, VivianSandoval, Valerie Sandoval, Amanda Alvarez, Alfonso Alvarez, Jr., Noah Martinez, AliciaMaldonado,...

Jul 4, 2023

 

Dona Marie Bertsch passed away peacefully at her home in Whittier, California on July 4, 2023, at the age of 82. Dona was born on March 6, 1941 in Woodward, Oklahoma to Ernest and Lois Moore. She grew up in WaKeeney, Kansas before her family moved to Whittier, California in 1956.

She married the love of her life,...

Jun 29, 2023

 

Ines Romona Lechuga, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend passed away on June 29, 2023, in La Mirada, CA. Born on January 21, 1926, in Julesburg, Colorado, she lived a life filled with love and purpose.Ines was a woman of deep faith and lived her life in accordance with her beliefs as a devoted member of the 7th Day...

Jun 22, 2023

Jun 17, 2023

Doris Peterson, age 92, died Saturday, June 17, 2023 at home. Her life began in Ohio during the GreatDepression’s early years, the second child of Chester and Koneta Davis. She grew up on the familyfarm, graduated from Shawnee High School, and enjoyed playing the clarinet in the high school bandand orchestra. She completed nurses’ training at Lima Memorial Hospital. Part...

Jun 17, 2023

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Ana María Ortega, 87 years of age, passed away June 17, 2023

Ana María, also known as Anita, was born November 7,1935 in Jalpa, Zacatecas, México. She was raised by her parents Salvador and María Refugio Gómez. Anita experienced a wonderful childhood with her sisters Bertha, Martha,Tere, Licha and brothers Lencho, Alfredo and Chava.

Anita married Ramón Ortega on September...

Jun 17, 2023

Born in Calcutta, India, Michael was raised in India, England and Canada. He graduated from Loyola High School and entered the Jesuit Seminary. He left the Seminary at age 21 and then graduated from the University of Montreal. In 1964 he emigrated to the United States, became a citizen and later graduated from the UCLA School of Law with honors...

Jun 16, 2023

Connie Sanchez passed away on June 16, 2023 in San Bernardino, California at the age of 69. She was born on May 25, 1954 in Guatemala and moved to the US in her late 30s. She was a longtime resident of Montebello, California, a city she loved very much. She then spent her last years in San Bernardino.

In Guatemala...

Jun 15, 2023

Marian Dolores Monroy passed away on June 15, 2023 in Ontario, CA.

Marian was born on June 18, 1954 to Simon and Elvera Monroy in Montebello, California. She grew up in Montebello and attended St. Benedict School and Montebello High School.

Marian primarily lived in Montebello. She loved to volunteer at her son’s grade school. She was a homemaker...

Jun 14, 2023

 

It is with great sorrow that we announce the passing of Douglas Daley, known as Doug to many. He passed away on June 14, 2023, leaving behind a legacy in his career and personal life that will not soon be forgotten. Born on September 24, 1958, in Hollywood, California; Doug spent his childhood in La Mirada and his teen...

Jun 13, 2023

 

Jerrold “Jerry” Stephen Perisho, a beloved figure in the Whittier community, passed away at the age of 71 surrounded by his wife and sons. He was born on May 21, 1952, in Oskaloosa, Iowa, and departed from this world on June 13, 2023.

 

After living in the Midwest, Jerry moved to Whittier during his third-grade year. He attended...

Jun 7, 2023

 

DIANA ELAINE GREEN CHODOSH

           On a beautiful autumn day Diana Elaine Green was born to Joseph Edward Green and Elaine McGee-O’Malley (Green) on September 24, 1962.  She greeted the world at St. Luke’s hospital in Cedar Rapids, Iowa and was welcomed at home by three siblings, Alan, Cynthia and Julie.  The youngest, Victoria, arrived 21 months later.  Alan...

Jun 2, 2023

May 24, 2023

Roberto Rodriquez Rodriquez, aka "Payo", was born on November 10, 1979, in Caguas, Puerto Rico to Roberto Rodriquez Sauri and Lydia Esther Rodriquez Santiago.

He moved to New York at the age of 6, and grew up in lower Eastside Manhattan, and went to Seward Park High School.

At the age of 29 he moved to California where he lived...

May 19, 2023

Born September 30, 1934 in Oskaloosa, Iowa

Died May 19, 2023 in Whittier, California

Father’s Name Thomas Warren Votaw

Mother’s Name Mary Ethel Andrews Votaw

 

She is survived by her daughters, Elizabeth Camp and Colleen Anasis, her son-in-law George Anasis, grandchildren Clayton & Amelia Anasis and Sarah Gayler, along with many nieces, nephews and cousins. She was preceded in...