San Diego Football Coach, Newly- Elected City Councilman Dies Suddenly

The coach at Helix High School and Lemon Grove City Councilman has died, the city he served shared.

Obituary: Charlotte Mae Lindquist

A lifelong Joliet resident passes away at the age of 94. She was an elegant woman with a huge heart.

Authorities ID Pedestrian Fatally Struck by Car on El Cajon Boulevard

The 70-year-old man died at a hospital shortly after the collision Tuesday, according to La Mesa police.

BMW Driver Killed in Fiery I-8 Crash Identified

The 34-year-old man died in a crash early Sunday on eastbound Interstate 8 near College Avenue.

All 5 Mid-Air Crash Victims Identified

All five men were California residents.

San Diego Pilot Identified as Mid-Air Collision Victim

He was one of five people killed when both planes crashed Sunday.

Identities of 3 Midair Collision Victims Released

The 3 BAE Systems employees killed when their leased corporate jet crashed have been named. The names of the 2 pilots have not been released

Obituary: Oscar-nominated Screenwriter From Hollywood Dynasty

From a Hollywood family, his father was the screenwriter behind “Citizen Kane” and his uncle directed "All About Eve" and other classics.

Obituary: John Steinitz, Director of Development at Scripps Institution of Oceanography

He was instrumental in raising funds for building Birch Aquarium.

OBIT: Legend Sid Caesar, One of TV's First Comedy Stars

"Render unto Caesar what is his due," says Rob Reiner in tribute.

Ann Louise Gyomber, of La Mesa, Died at 95

Funeral Held in La Mesa for Teen Hit by Semi-Truck

A funeral was held for Noemi Mendez in La Mesa on Saturday.

Longtime Padres Announcer Jerry Coleman Passes Away

Gates at Petco Park were opened Sunday afternoon to allow fans to visit and pay respects to Jerry Coleman, who was 89.

OBIT: Longtime San Diego Newscaster Loren Nancarrow

He was diagnosed with brain cancer in February.

Robert 'Mr. Church' DesLauriers, Architect of the Carlton Hills Lutheran Church 'Hyperbolic Paraboloid', Dies

He was the award-winning architect who designed one of Santee's most visually interesting buildings.

'Fast and Furious' Actor Killed in Car Crash

Paul Walker was a passenger in a Porsche that struck a tree in Valencia. "The Fast and Furious 7' was in production.

Trombone Player, Grossmont Teacher Paul DeKock Dies at 83

Dancer Lois Hubble Dies at 87

Famous 'Go See Cal' Worthington Dies at 92

Cal Worthington was well known for his cowboy hat, showmanship and car commercials that sometimes included a bear, tiger, elephant or other animals.

Businesswoman, Pilot Freda Breise Dies at 104

Freda Breise ran a pilot school with her husband and family and was a member of the Ninety-Nines, an international group of female pilots.

Mike Cour’s Life was More Than Just a Tragedy

Mike Cour ended his life along with his wife's, and burned their home to the ground in 2011. A La Mesa resident and track athlete that trained with Mike ponders his coaching skills and life before the tragedy.

Janet Bopp, 75, Dies; She Was a Former La Mesa Resident

After marrying, she resided in Colorado and Arizona.

Edward Seiden Dies at 90; La Mesa Resident Was WWII Vet

He served as an engineer and was honored for accomplishments in the field in 1981.

Charlotte Schriefer, 76, Dies; She Was a Long-time School Teacher

She taught at Sherman Elementary School in San Diego. After retirement she enjoyed taking classes in La Mesa.

Curtis Stevens, Grossmont Professor Emeritus, Dies in Mount Helix

Stevens, who retired last year, will be honored with a blood drive by his colleagues. He spent more than four decades at Grossmont.

Gordy Shields, Cycling Champ and Advocate, Dies at 95

The Fletcher Hills resident worked with students at both Grossmont High and Grossmont College. He was a leader in the cycling community.

David Allen Rochester Jr., 54; Services are Saturday in La Mesa

The Lodi native was a plant enthusiast and head of the San Diego Bonsai Club.

Peggy Pile Elliott, 91, Dies; Supporter of Hospital Auxiliary

The Missouri native also supported arts charities and medical societies.

Arnold Verne Bergeson, 101, Dies; La Mesan Was College Dean

The Utah native served in the Army during World War II.

Cancer Claims Carol Garlow, Wife of Nationally Known Skyline Church Pastor

Memorial services are set for May 3 after 36-hour prayer vigil at Rancho San Diego megachurch.

The Iraq War, 10 Years of Casualties: Spring Valley Feels its Touch

It's been 10 years since the start of the Iraq War. Spring Valley lost two of its own – one in the Iraq War and one in Afghanistan.

Bill Davis Dies at 83; Was Principal at Grossmont High School for Decade

A Celebration of Life / memorial service for Bill Davis will be held Monday, January 28, at 1:30 p.m. at Foothills United Methodist Church.

Bob Speidel Dies at 80; Coached Bill Walton at Helix, Won Titles in 1960s

The coach was laid to rest Saturday, Jan. 12 in his hometown of St. Louis.

John Reed, Jr. - Helped Build First Little League Field in La Mesa

A member of the Lions Club in La Mesa for many years, John regularly found himself a contributor to charitable causes.

Dr. Dennis McKee Dies at 77; Orthodontist Had Palm Avenue Office in La Mesa

McKee was president of the Children’s Dental Health Association of San Diego in 1994-95.

Martha Jessie Goodwin Dies at 99; Was 1931 Grossmont High Graduate

She was married 65 years and is survived by five grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren.

Glenn Sadnick Dies at 87

He served in the U.S. Army.

Michael Patrick Murphy—La Mesa Resident—Dies at 66

He graduated from Helix High School.

Barney Oldham—Former Soldier—Dies at 81

He also worked for the Sheriff's Department.

Gary Clemesha—Former Police Officer—Dies at 71

He graduated from Helix High School.