Claremont Obituaries
Great-grandmother, philanthropist, volunteer “Ruth Abel was a woman of vibrant energy — social, outgoing, philanthropically-minded and kind-hearted,” her family shared. “She was dedicated to her family and community with love and leadership.” Having graduated from Denison University, where she majored in citizenship, Ruth served in a diverse number of nonprofit and for profit organizations throughout […]
Great-grandmother, social justice warrior, writer, lifelong learner “Bands were playing in the streets of New York City on the day Barbara was born. It was an Election Day — November 6, 1922,” her family shared. On September 25, Barbara died peacefully at her home in Claremont. She was just six weeks shy of her 103rd […]
Beloved mother, grandmother, CUSD teacher Judith Carol Roberts, affectionately known as Judi, died peacefully in her sleep in the early morning hours of September 23, 2024, at the age of 78. Her children said she faced a courageous battle with uterine cancer, which spread to her lungs, yet her fierce determination and strength remained unwavering. […]
Grandfather, 40 year CMC professor, athlete, wood carver, volunteer James Pinter-Lucke died September 17 at the age of 81 after a brief illness. To family and friends, Jim is remembered as kind, patient, and steadfast, a role model and a mentor. Jim was born in Portland, Oregon to Talbot Bennett and Elma Juntunen. After the […]
Parent, grandmother, community volunteer and advocate for the arts Peggy Ann Carlson died August 27 at San Antonio Community Hospital in Upland at the age of 72 after a four-year fight against cancer. “Well known in the community for her volunteerism, leadership, and advocacy for the arts, Peggy will be remembered by all for her […]
Long-time Claremont resident and volunteer Marilyn Jones Dale, a 67-year resident of Claremont who volunteered with many local and state organizations, died on August 21 at Mt. San Antonio Gardens. A proud member of Claremont’s self-described “pushy broads,” she played many roles in making her community and the organizations she cared about what they are […]
A memorial gathering for longtime Claremont resident and community advocate Marilyn Dale, who died August 21, will be held from 3 to 5 p.m. Wednesday, September 17 in the Bridge Room at Mt. San Antonio Gardens, 900 E. Harrison Ave., Pomona 91767. A full account of her life will appear in a future edition of […]
Grandfather, longtime CGU professor, author Jack Herman Schuster died August 27 at age 88. “Jack was known for his collegiality, integrity, and loyalty to family and friends; for his sense of social justice and dedication to the advancement of those who are underrepresented; for his erudition, thorough editing, and wordsmithing; his commitment to Jewish values […]
Mother, grandmother, teacher, artist, art patron Colleen Joyce Farley, beloved mother, grandmother, and long-time Claremont educator, died peacefully in her sleep on August 8 at the age of 92. Born December 3, 1932 in Fresno, California to Nora and Joseph Long, whose journey from Blueberry, Arkansas to central California began by covered wagon, Colleen was […]
Grandfather, esteemed Harvey Mudd College engineering professor John Richard (Rich) Phillips, born on January 30, 1934, in Albany California, died July 25 in Claremont. On the day Rich was born, because it was also the birthday of then President Franklin Roosevelt, his picture was in the local paper. “Rich joked that he never again attained […]
Father, TV and film writer, teacher Paul Gronseth died on Sunday, July 27, in San Dimas. He was 77 years old. Paul was a pillar of the Claremont community for more than 40 years as a writer, teacher, and coach, as well as a beloved father, husband, and friend. He was born to Oscar and […]
Great-grandmother, lifelong Claremont resident Elizabeth M. (Liles) Golling died peacefully at her home surrounded by loved ones on July 24, after being treated for cancer for the past four years. Born November 29, 1951, she was a lifelong resident of Claremont, graduating from Claremont High School in 1969. She met the love of her life […]
Helped create the Claremont Forum, Prison Library Project George “Rick” Moore, age 73, a beloved figure of Claremont, died peacefully at home March 3, surrounded by the love of family and friends, after a battle with brain cancer. Rick was born June 14, 1951, in Michigan, to Rozene Supple and Frederik Sibley Moore. He grew […]
Beloved matriarch, long-time volunteer Devoted wife, beloved matriarch, and long-time volunteer, Barbara Sue Marino, nee Davis, died peacefully at a long-term care facility in Florida on June 22, after a long battle with heart disease. Barbara Sue Davis was born July 11, 1939 in Bakersfield, California to a Central California farming family. As a teenager […]
Janet P. Wright died peacefully May 31 in Claremont at the age of 87. “A devoted educator, mother, wife, and artist, Janet lived a life defined by resilience, curiosity, and deep compassion for others,” her family shared.
“Dennis J. Smith was a man whose life was deeply rooted in love — for his family, his neighbors, and the community he tirelessly served,” his family shared. “Known for his keen sense of service, steadfast leadership, and deeply rooted faith, Dennis left a legacy of compassion, integrity, and purpose.”
Great-grandmother, teacher, traveler, tireless volunteer “It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Peggy Baker Nall, 94, of Claremont, on June 20, 2025,” her family shared. Peggy was born to the late Cleta and Raymond Baker on January 14, 1931 in Richmond, Virginia. She earned a bachelor’s degree at Roanoke College in […]