All Obituaries

Merrilee Ragsdale was a child of God, daughter, mother, wife, sister, aunt, grandmother, and great grandmother, long time Big Bear resident of 34 years and caregiver to all who needed her. She left this world suddenly February 10, 2023 at the age of 64. She was born and raised in Fullerton, California on August 8, 1958 to parents Reinhardt and Patricia Radatz. She was the middle child with an older sister, Ronnalee, and younger brother, Darryl. Merrilee moved to Big Bear with her daughter...

It is with deep sadness that we share on January 23rd, 2023, Keith Andrew McFarlane III, also known as “Drew”, passed away at 23 years young after a tragic car accident coming down from Big Bear Mountain.   Drew McFarlane is survived by his parents, Keith and Tara McFarlane, his loving sisters, Rebeckka and Sara McFarlane, and the family dog he dearly loved, “Carly”.   Drew was born May 15th, 1999 to Keith and Tara McFarlane in Fort Pierce, Florida. He...

Our beloved Sherrell Shawna Patton of Big Bear Lake passed away on December 21, 2022, at the age of 54. She is survived by her husband Joe Patton and father Roger Schmidt, along with her mother, 2 sisters, 3 children and 3 grandchildren. Those who loved Sherrell know her to be very sentimental and a lover of life, friends, family and animals. Memorial services to honor Sherrell will be held January 14, 2023, at 11:00 am at the Community Church in Big Bear Lake.

Jeffrey Allan Shepherd Sr. 59 of Big Bear Lake passed away on October 13, 2022. Jeffrey was born in Northridge, California to Dan & Linda shepherd on January 12, 1963. Jeffrey met Julia Kulisek on May 5, 1980, and they married on March 3, 1984. Together they had 2 sons, Jeffrey Allan & Julian Christopher. He was a Master Mechanic for over 40 years, serving the public in the San Fernando Valley & Big Bear area for 20 years. Jeffrey is survived by His mother Linda Sharon, his...

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...