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  • Elida Montez

    Elida Montez

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    Date of Birth

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    April 26, 1982

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    Date of Death

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    June 1, 2025

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    Location

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    Houston, Texas

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    Who She Was

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    Her Story

    [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=””]Elida was born in Edinburg, Texas on April 26,1982 but raised in McAllen, Texas.

    “Elida was a light for so many people. For me, She lit the way to find each other.” – Jesse

    She leaves behind her fiancé, Jesus Montez Jr., her daughter Mia Tapia, her parents, siblings, and numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

    We are left to cherish her memory and have to hope to one day see her again when we also transition to the Kingdom of God.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″][vc_column_text css=”” el_class=”profile-links-header”]

    Support Her Family

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    Memorials

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  • April Torres

    April Torres

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    Date of Birth

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    July 12, 1986

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    Date of Death

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    January 3, 2026

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    Location

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    Bakersfield, California

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    Who She Was

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    Her Story

    [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=””]It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of April Aurora Torres, a devoted mother, grandmother, daughter, and sister, on January 3, 2026.

    Born on July 12, 1986, in East Los Angeles. April graduated from Foothill High School and was employed by Kern High School District. April was known for her radiant spirit and warm smile. She brought grace and kindness to those around her, leaving a legacy of healing, love, and commitment.

    April devoted her life to her family. She took great pride in being a “Sports Mom,” always cheering on her children at every game and event. Her unwavering support and love ensured her children always felt encouraged to pursue their dreams.

    April was the heart that bridged miles. From Southern California to Northern California, she made it a priority to visit and stay connected with every branch of her family. No distance ever felt too far for her. She always arrived with her beautiful smile, an open heart, and a personality that filled the room, reminding us that showing up with love and joy was one of her greatest gifts.

    April was preceded in passing by her brother, Eddie Torres; her paternal grandparents; and her maternal grandfather.

    She is survived by her seven children: Alyah, Aaron, Thomas, Evan, Layla, Adalynn, and Amira; grandchildren Michael and Mateo; her parents, Edward and Eleanor Torres; siblings Christopher, Adrian, Sonia, and Phillip; nephew Abel Morales and great-niece Kylee Morales; grandmother Sophia Padilla; and a large extended family of aunts, uncles, and cousins.

    Though her absence leaves an ache that words cannot express, April’s vibrant light and the love she so generously gave will be held in the hearts of all who knew her, cherished always and never forgotten.

    “A Butterfly to remind me, even though we are apart, your spirit is always with me, forever in my heart.”[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″][vc_column_text css=”” el_class=”profile-links-header”]

    Support Her Family

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    Memorials

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  • Nicole Daly Bermingham, PA-C

    Nicole Daly Bermingham, PA-C

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    Date of Birth

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    March 2, 1983

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    Date of Death

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    August 26, 2013

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    Location

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    Maple Grove, Minnesota

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    Cause of Death

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    Sepsis

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    Who She Was

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    Her Story

    [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=””]Age 30, of Maple Grove, passed away unexpectedly August 26th, 2013.

    Nicole is survived by the loves of her life; her son, Edward John Bermingham the 5th “Eddie” and her husband, Edward John Bermingham the 4th “Ed”. She is loved and cherished by her parents, Kevin and Sue Daly; her brother, Shawn; her Grandma Ardelle Daly, her Grandma and Grandpa, Antoinette and Larry Cheslik; her aunt and “substitute mommy” Paula Cheslik; aunts and uncles, Jan and Bob Daly, Brian and Denise Daly, Steve and Mary Cheslik; cousins, Shannon (Jereme) Bates, Jason Daly, Brandon Daly, Christopher Daly, Rachel Cheslik, Sarah Cheslik, Micah Cheslik, Brianna Cheslik, Tyler Cheslik, Samuel Cheslik; her best friend since junior high, Katie Enger; and many, many friends.

    Nicole married Ed on May 29th, 2009 and was lovingly welcomed into the Bermingham family: mother- and father-in- law, Beth and Edward John Bermingham the 3rd, sister and brother-in- law, Kate and Isaac Cordova, nephew, Caiden and niece, Elena; grandparents, Harold and Jean Metcalf.

    Nicole worked at Twin City Orthopedic as an Orthopedic Physicians Assistant. She graduated from Wayzata High School in 2001, Grand Canyon University in 2005 and Midwestern University with her masters in 2007. Nicole loved her life and appreciated her family and friends and understood the blessing of each of those relationships.

    Though she was only with her son 6 days, the day Nicole and Ed brought him home was one of pure joy.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″][vc_column_text css=”” el_class=”profile-links-header”]

    Memorials

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    Articles

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  • Raechel Huntley

    Raechel Huntley

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    Date of Birth

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    October 17, 1999

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    Date of Death

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    October 12, 2017

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    Location

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    Omaha, Nebraska

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    Cause of Death

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    Preeclampsia

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    Who She Was

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    Her Story

    [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=””]Raechel Marie Huntley, age 17, of Sidney, IA, formerly of Hamburg, IA, passed away on Thursday; October 12, 2017, at the Nebraska Medical Center in Omaha, ten days after giving birth to a baby girl, Natalee Rae-Lyn Marie Booher.  Natalee was born on October 2, 2017 to Raechel Huntley and Jeremy Booher.  She was called to be an angel of God on October 7, 2017.

    Raechel Marie Huntley was born on October 17, 1999 in Council Bluffs, IA to RaeAnn Huntley and Tom Holcomb. She attended school in both Hamburg and Shenandoah, and was to graduate from Shenandoah High School in May.

    She worked at several businesses in Hamburg, and most recently at the Wendy’s in Percival, IA.

    Raechel and Natalee are survived by Raechel’s boyfriend and Natalee’s father, Jeremy Booher of Sidney, IA. Other survivors include: Raechel’s mother, Rae Ann Huntley of Shenandoah, IA; father, Tom Holcomb of Essex, IA; brothers: Dillion (Katie) of Colberg, Tommie, Gabe and Lucas of Shenandoah; sister Taylor of Shenandoah; grandmother Linda Huntley of Hamburg; great-grandfather Jim Huntley of Stanton; uncles: Kenny Huntley of Hamburg, and Jamie (Rhonda) Huntley of Grand Island, NE; Natalee’s grandfather Charles Clark and numerous other family members, co-workers, classmates, and many friends.

    Raechel and Natalee were preceded in death by Raechel’s great-grandmother Donna Lou Huntley in 1989; cousin Jason Joseph Huntley; and friends Jake Miller and Alice Peterson.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″][vc_column_text css=”” el_class=”profile-links-header”]

    Memorials

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  • Deborah Kuracz Scheffer

    Deborah Kuracz Scheffer

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    Date of Birth

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    March 29, 1981

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    Date of Death

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    February 9, 2018

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    Location

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    Montauk, New York

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    Who She Was

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    Her Story

    [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=””]Deborah Lee Scheffer, 36, a resident of Montauk, New York passed away unexpectedly on Friday, February 9, 2018. Born March 29, 1981 in Hartford, CT. She was the daughter of Ted and Barbara Kuracz of Windsor, CT.

    She married Daniel R. Scheffer on June 11, 2005. They lived in Easthampton, MA until 2013 when they moved to Montauk, NY, shortly after the birth of their son Coen, to care for Daniel’s grandfather Robert T. Schorr, who had lost his wife Charlotte to cancer.

    Deb is survived by her husband Daniel and two children, Coen and Benjamin; both of her parents; her brother Ted Kuracz, Jr., his wife Vicki, and their children Brian and Matt of Windsor Locks, CT; her brother Michael Kuracz, his wife Tina, and their children Austin and Alayna of Windsor Locks, CT; and several aunts, uncles, and cousins.

    Deb was a beloved wife, mother, daughter, sister, and friend. She was a stay at home mom that loved her child and husband enormously and was looking forward to welcoming another child into their lives.

    For those that had the pleasure of knowing Deb, behind her quiet demeanor she was immensely thoughtful, kind, chill, and hilarious.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″][vc_column_text css=”” el_class=”profile-links-header”]

    Support Her Family

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    Memorials

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    Articles

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  • Kathryn Taylor

    Kathryn Taylor

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    Date of Birth

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    December 10, 1980

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    Date of Death

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    December 31, 2014

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    Bear River City, Utah

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    Cause of Death

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    Melanoma

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    Who She Was

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    Her Story

    [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=””]Kathy Taylor, Precious Wife, Exalted Mother, Cherished Daughter, and Playmate to All, died at home on December 31, 2014.

    She is survived by “My Prince Charming” Nathan, “My Eager Angel” Ally (age 10), “My Pure and Righteous Boy” Chase (age 8), “My Little Cuddle Bug” Jake (age 6), “My Fun, Spunky, Fire Ball” Nyomi (age 3), “My Adorable Doll” Mya (age 1).

    She is preceded in death by her son “My Saint” Luke.

    Also surviving are her Parents; Michael & Patricia J Tazelaar, Sister; Audrey Merrill, Brother; Michael Tazelaar jr. and Step-brother; Thomas Filardo.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″][vc_column_text css=”” el_class=”profile-links-header”]

    Memorials

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    Articles

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