Frye Chapel and Mortuary of Blythe

Rosina Ortiz

Jul 4, 2026

Rosina was born in Brawley, California on November 30th, 1940, she was the eldest child of eight children. She worked at Palo Verde College for approximately fifteen years, the last 5 years as a Guidance Counselor while continuing her education and earning a Bachelor's degree in Social Psychology from Park University and eventually attended Walden University where she received...

Alejandro Navarro

Jul 3, 2026

In Loving Memory of Alejandro "Jando" Navarro

July 14, 1968 – July 3, 2026

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Alejandro "Jando" Navarro, who entered eternal rest on July 3, 2026, at the age of 57.

Born on July 14, 1968, in Yuma,...

Florentino M. Zarate

Jun 26, 2026

Florentino M. Zarate was born in Stanton, Texas on March 13, 1955, and passed away in Yuma, Arizona on June 26, 2026.

He lived most of his life in Blythe, California where his mother Clotilde Zarate and his siblings lived. He was a father of 7 children; three boys and four girls. He loved dancing and playing...

Emilio Rangel

Jun 20, 2026

In Loving Memory of Emilio Rangel

March 26, 1979 – June 20, 2026

With profound sadness and immense love, we announce the passing of Emilio Rangel, who passed away peacefully at home on June 20, 2026, at the age of 47, surrounded by the love of his family.

Emilio...

Michael Porter

Jun 19, 2026

Michael J. Porter, 71, passed away at Eisenhower Medical Center in Rancho Mirage, California on June 19, 2026.

He was born on April 3, 1955 in Alturas, California to Nelson and Elizabeth Porter.  Michael was a devoted and longtime Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) for Blythe, serving the Palo Verde Valley for 30 years before retiring.

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Esther Garnica

Jun 18, 2026

Tribute to Esther Vargas Garnica

Esther was born on August 23, 1934, in Villa Corona, Jalisco, Mexico, and entered into eternal rest on Thursday morning, June 18, 2026, at her home in Blythe, California, surrounded by her two daughters, five sons, and other family members. Family and faith were essential to Esther — ...

Joyce Bradley

Jun 16, 2026

"I am the resurrection and the life. The one who believes in me will live, even though they die." John 11:25-26

Joyce Bradley, age 87, entered the Kingdom of Heaven to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on June 16, 2026.

Born on April 5, 1939, in Malad, Idaho, Joyce was the daughter...

Arturo "Pedro" Lopez

Jun 9, 2026

Arturo "Pedro" Lopez, born on October 20, 1956, in Angamacutiro, Michoacán, passed away leaving behind a legacy of hard work, kindness, and unwavering love for his family.

Pedro dedicated many years of his life working as a foreman, taking great pride in his work and always striving to provide a good life for his family. His strong...

Rozene Mack

Jun 5, 2026

Rozene Mack was born on February 4, 1936, in Meridian, Oklahoma, to the late Edgar and Tina ('Tiny') Mack. He passed away peacefully on Friday, June 5, 2026. He was the youngest of eleven children.

When Rozene was just two weeks old, his family relocated to Blythe, California, from Meridian, Oklahoma, during the Dust Bowl in search...

Ruben C. Alvarado Sr.

Jun 1, 2026

Ruben C. Alvarado Sr.

Father, brother, lover, son, and friend. Went to be with the Lord on June 1.

Ruben was born February 10, 1965 in Blythe California. Most knew Ruben as a fun, charismatic and most genuine human being. His children knew him as loving, gentle, patient and kind. He...