Orange County Mourns Passing of Chuck Smith Sr.

The head pastor at Calvary Chapel Costa Mesa who launched a worldwide movement, Smith had strong ties to the area.

Seal Beach Mother Visits Memorial Honoring Dead Son

A memorial in Golden Valley, Arizona honors Christopher Michael Watson.

Pumpkin Patch Owner Dave Thacker Dies

Dave Thacker, the man behind the Pa's Pumpkin patch and Christmas tree lot has died.

24-Hour Vigil for Fallen Firefighter

Sheriff's deputies stand guard to honor Seal Beach native Kevin Woyjeck.

Former Los Alamitos City Treasurer Passes Away

John Edwards Vondette will be interred in Forest Lawn Memorial Park in Cypress, next to his wife.

Naval Weapons Station to Honor Subs Destroyed in WWII

This Memorial Day, the Navy will remember the WWII submarines and crews who gave their lives in the line of duty at the Submarine Memorial in Seal Beach.

Los Alamitos High Mourns Death of 23-Year-Old Coach

Cary Smith, who captained the Griffins' first lacrosse team before becoming its assistant varsity coach, died Sunday.

Friends Remember Skateboarding Pioneer Don ‘Waldo’ Autry

The 55-year-old Seal Beach resident, who grew up in Long Beach, is credited with inventing the kickturn on a vertical wall.

Memorial Planned For Former Mayor

Edna Wilson-Sharp served on the City Council from 1984 to 1992, serving as mayor twice.

Don the Beachcomber's Art Snyder Dies

The 79-year-old restaurant owner and former politician died today, leaves behind three children.

Halloween Motorcycle Crash Kills Heavy Metal Singer

Authorities are still investigating the collision that lead to the death of Mitch Lucker, the 28-year-old singer for the heavy metal band Suicide Silence.

Los Al Soldier Remembered as Husband, Father, Brother, Hero

Hundreds attended the funeral of Sgt. Thomas R. MacPherson, 26, a Long Beach Native and Los Alamitos High School grad who died in combat in Afghanistan.

Crowd Honors Fallen Los Al Soldier with Silence, Salutes

More than 1,000 line the streets and attend the Hero Mission ceremony for Sgt. Thomas R. MacPherson, a Long Beach native and Los Alamitos High School graduate.

Golfing Community Mourns Passing of Local Pro

The community will pay tribute to the memory of John Hall, a PGA member and longtime fixture on local greens.

Fallen Soldier, a Los Al High Grad, to be Honored Thursday

A Hero Mission at the Los Alamitos Joint Forces Training Base is set for Oct. 25 to honor Army Ranger Sgt. Thomas R. Macpherson, 26, a Long Beach native, who died in Afghanistan.

Gov. Honors Local Soldier Killed in Action

Gov. Brown ordered the capitol flags flown at half staff in honor of Sgt. Thomas R. Macpherson, a Los Alamitos High School graduate killed in combat.

Los Alamitos High Grad Killed In Afghanistan Had 'Warrior's Spirit'

Long Beach native Sgt. Thomas R. Macpherson, 26, "personified the traits of the consummate Ranger: commitment and courage," according to Army officials.

Los Alamitos High School Grad Killed in Afghanistan

Sgt. Thomas R. MacPherson died in combat in Andar District, Afghanistan Friday.

Former Griffins Football Coach Passes Away

Gene Vollnogle, 81, died this week at home in Los Alamitos.

Readers Remember Beloved Children's Doctor

Commenters pay their respects to Dr. Joel Widelitz, a Los Alamitos and Long Beach pediatrician who passed away last week.

Respected Los Alamitos Children's Doctor Dies

Dr. Joel Widelitz, 66, who has treated countless local children since relocating his practice to Los Alamitos in 1997, died this week from a complication of surgery.

Rossmoor Mourns Passing of Tree Man

The man who helped make Rossmoor 'Tree City USA' died this week.

Oscar-Winning Actor Ernest Borgnine Dies at 95

Best known for roles in "McHale's Navy'' and ``From Here To Eternity,'' Ernest Borgnine died Sunday.

Diet Drug May Battle Obesity, But Is It Worth The Cost?

A combination diet drug is expected to be approved by the FDA, and it's hailed as the next big thing in combating obesity, but the side-effects are serious.

A Fallen Marine Returns Home

Family, friends, and community members come together for the Hero Mission to honor the arrival of Camp Pendleton Marine Cpl. Christopher G. Singer, 23, of Temecula.

UPDATE: Paddle Out Rescheduled for Sean Collins

Surfers are invited to memorialize the founder of Surfline on Sunday in Huntington Beach.

Plane Crash Kills Seal Beach CEO

Brian Robertson, who ran the solar energy firm Amonix, flew out of Long Beach and leaves behind a wife and three children.

Michelle Fournier: A Beautiful Bright Light

Hundreds gather to celebrate the Seal Beach shooting victim's generosity, talent and "Italian mama" personality. Her daughter speaks of going on without her.

Christy Wilson's Love, Intentions Live On

The wife and mother of three offers solace and hope through words she wrote before the Seal Beach salon shooting.

Laura Webb Elody: Hero, Peacemaker

Hundreds gather to remember her life Saturday at Huntington Central Park.

Salon Owner Randy Fannin Mourned

Hundreds attend chapel funeral and burial in Santa Ana.

Memorial Monday For Off-Roading Legend Killed in Salon Shooting

The community is invited to celebrate the life of David Caouette, a Seal Beach resident randomly shot in the parking lot outside Salon Meritage.

Leisure World Hall of Famer Dies

A funeral will be held Friday for Gerry Davidson, a world-record runner and social worker.

A Touching Farewell for Fallen Police Officer

Tears, humor and pomp mix at the funeral for Andrew Garton of Rossmoor, who served with the Hawthorne Police Department.

Fallen Police Officer Remembered for Humor, Kindness

Friends and family recall Andrew Garton's wit, generosity and Christian faith. Funeral service to be held Friday.

Memorial Service to be Held for Patricia Royce

A political wife and mother, Patricia Royce was best known for her love of literature.

Hero Mission: A Soldier's Body Is Returned to His Mother

The community pays tribute to Army Sgt. Jason Weaver. His coffin was flown home Monday from Afghanistan.