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Josephine Kirkbride

JanJanuary 7th, 1945 MarMarch 14th, 2026
Fontana, CA
Josephine Kirkbride

When someone you love becomes a memory, that memory becomes a treasure.

Obituary

Josephine Kirkbride, 81, of Fontana, passed away peacefully on March 14, 2026. She was born in San Bernardino and spent her life in the community she called home.

Josephine found joy in life’s simple pleasures. She loved music, singing, dancing, and rewatching her favorite movies. She also enjoyed cooking, playing cards, and working on puzzles. Music was always close to her heart, and she especially loved listening to artists such as Linda Ronstadt, Sonia López, and ABBA.

Above all, Josephine treasured the time she spent with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, who brought her immense pride and happiness.

She is survived by her children, Virginia Pierce, Jessie “Toni” Rodriguez, and William Kirkbride, as well as her beloved grandchildren Bianca, Jeanette, Alexis, Alyssa, Jiselle, and Joseph and great-grandchildren, who will continue to cherish her memory.

Josephine will be remembered for the joy she found in music, laughter, and the love she shared with her family. Her memory will live on in the hearts of all who knew and loved her.

In accordance with her wishes, no funeral or memorial services will be held. The family finds comfort knowing she is now at peace.

Those wishing to send cards or expressions of sympathy may mail them to the family at: Bianca Torres, 1593 W. Candlewood Ave. Rialto, CA, 92377

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Other family members
Ava Mercado
Great-Grandaughter
Ezekiel Torres
Great-Grandson
Malena Mercado
Great-Grandaughter
Vicki De La Ree
Carmen Perez
Jessie Antoinette Rodriguez
Children
Bianca Torres
Jeanette Arevalo
Jiselle Arevalo
Joseph Arevalo
Virgina Pierce
Children
Alan Pierce
Steven
William Warren Kirkbride
Children
Alexis Kirkbride
Alyssa Kirkbride
Catalina Martinez
Vicki De La Ree
Carmen Perez
Catalina Martinez
Jessie Antoinette Rodriguez
Bianca Torres
Jeanette Arevalo
Jiselle Arevalo
Joseph Arevalo
Virgina Pierce
Alan Pierce
Steven
William Warren Kirkbride
Alexis Kirkbride
Alyssa Kirkbride
Josephine Kirkbride

Favorites


What was Josephine's favorite TV show?
Josephine loved game shows and detective shows
What was Josephine's favorite Game to play?
Josephine loved playing kings corner, solitare, and poker
What was Josephine's favorite Food or Dish?
Some of Josephine’s favorite foods were menudo, wings and jack in the box tacos
What was Josephine's favorite way to exercise?
Josephine loved walking and dancing
What was Josephine's favorite Movie?
Josephine loved the Avengers series
What was Josephine's favorite Color?
Josephine loved red and black
Fun fact about Josephine:
Josephine always had good luck at the slot machines in the casino

Service


Honoring her wishes, no services will be held. The family finds comfort knowing she is now at peace.

Friends or family wishing to send their condolences may send them to:
Bianca Torres and Family
1593 W. Candlewood Ave
Rialto, CA 92377
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