All Obituaries

Our beloved father, grandfather, husband, son, and friend Charles James Grano passed away from cancer on July 19, 2022, at his home in Big Bear, California. Chuck, as everyone called him, was born on June 18, 1947, in Chicago, Illinois as the proud son of Angelo and Ann Grano. His family moved to South Haven, Michigan where he spent most of his childhood growing up along the shores of Lake Michigan. His family moved to Colorado while he was still in high school, and it was when he was 17...

Husband, Father, Grandfather, Great Grandfather, Chaplain, Shaman, Marine, Lakota Sioux, Ambassador of Peace.

It is with deep sadness that we share John Joseph Santos passed away peacefully at his home in Big Bear City surrounded by love Tuesday March 29th, 2022, at the age of 79.5, to the day. John fought a short but fierce battle against pancreatic cancer, an insidious disease. He is survived by his loving wife of 31.5 years Carol, his former wife Jamie, his children Joe, John, Danny, Diane, and their spouses, his grandchildren, Joe, Alyssa, Benjamin, Jeff, JoJo and Janel, great grandchild,...

George Leonard Piccardi passed away on February 12, 2022, at the age of 85. He was born August 15, 1936, in Boston, MA. He was larger than life and loved his church, music, theatre, and his family. He was an active member of St. Paul’s Episcopal Church in Pomona, CA, for over 30 years. He was an instrumental member of the St. Paul’s Player’s Group, directing and producing many critically acclaimed productions including Camelot, Fiddler on the Roof, My Fair Lady, South...

Debra grew up in Northridge and moved to Big Bear. She went to school for music. Debbie married Paul and had 3 beautiful children Chrystal, Thomas and Tiffani. Her grandchildren Aiden, Destyni, Ian and Ashlynn were her life. She owned her own grooming shop; you would always hear her clients say they would only go to her. Debbie loved singing at the church and playing her guitar. Debra was a very talented opera singer who graduated from Cal State Northridge as a Music Major. She sang...

Terry Alan Tavares, age 78, died at his home in Big Bear, on January 18, 2022. He was born to Freddie & Tamar Tavares, in Hollywood California on February 13, 1943. Terry is survived by his wife, Linda Guy-Tavares, Son, Gregg Tavares, Daughter, Tami Tavares Nichols and Grandsons, Rick Hurd and Gene Nichols. Terry and his older brother, Fred, grew up chiefly in Anaheim California where Terry participated in Jazz Band, Marching Band and various athletic programs. After graduating from...

It is with a heavy heart I have to announce the passing of Rodolfo Tubangui.  He was born on April 4,1963 and went to be with the Lord on 11/07/2021 after losing a short battle with cancer.  He was born in the Philippines and lived his life in Southern California. From Redondo Beach to the Big Bear mountains.  Often called Rick or Rudy, he was 58 years old and a resident of Big Bear. He was known for his gifted mind, masterful skills and had a superhero heart in everything...

Phyllis June Byrne, age 87, died surrounded by family on November 17th, 2021 of natural causes. Phyllis was born on March 19th, 1934 to Roy and Eileen Hennager in Langdon, ND. Phyllis graduated from Langdon High School in 1952, she went on to study at Aaker’s Business School, later working as a stenographer and bookkeeper for Herberger’s. She spent most of her time raising her children whom she loved dearly. Phyllis shared ownership of General Tobacco and Candy, Co. in...

Arlan Edward Lynch, 86, a resident of Big Bear City from 1971-2017, passed peacefully on Monday, September 27, 2021, in Tulare, California, at the home of his daughter and son-in-law, Susan and Leonard Houser, who were providing hospice care during his final months. Arlan was born on August 6, 1935, in Brookings, South Dakota, and was raised in Lead, South Dakota. After high school, Arlan enlisted in the U.S. Marine Corps during the Korean conflict, and was honorably discharged as a corporal...