Peter Marcus Lupercio (1972 - 2006)

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Peter Marcus Lupercio, passed away on October 4, 2006 as a result of a vehicle/bicycle collision. He is survived by his son Jacob, his father Pete Lupercio; mother and step father, Betty and Michael Marquez; brothers, Carl Lupercio and Paul Lupercio; step brother, Mike Marquez; grandfather, Pete Lupercio; and grandmother, Evelyn Perez. "Marc" was born June 19, 1972 a Memorial Hospital. He was a Bakersfield High School graduate, attended Bakersfield College and graduated with honors from Bakersfield Barber College. He was a third generation master barber who practiced barbering for 12 years. Visitation is scheduled at Greenlawn on River Boulevard on Monday, Oct. 9 starting at 3 p.m.; Rosary is at 7 p.m. Mass is scheduled for Tuesday, October 10 at 9:30 a.m. at St. Philip the Apostle, 7100 Stockdale Hwy. Peter Marcus Lupercio June 19, 1972 - Oct. 4, 2006 

Lester Domenico Baroncini, Jr. Jan. 19, 1973 - Oct. 15, 2006 Doughty-Calhoun-O'Meara Recitation of the Rosary will take place on Friday, October 27, 2006 at 10 AM, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial, officiated by Father Craig Harrison, at Saint Francis Catholic Church, 900 H Street, Bakersfield, California. Lester Domenico Baroncini Jr. was born on January 19, 1973 in Bakersfield, California and passed away in Iraq on October 15, 2006. Domenico, as he was best known, was predeceased by both sets of Grandparents, Lester and Irene Baroncini and W.A and Mildred Banks. He is survived by his parents Lester and Pixie Baroncini, sister Anici Baroncini Schultz, brother-in-law Kevin Schultz and nephews Nathan, Mason and Ty Schultz. Domenico is also survived by his Great Uncle and Great Aunt Dick & Florence Baroncini, Great Aunt Josephine Othart and many cousins. Domenico attended Buena Vista Elementary School, graduated in 1991 from Bakersfield High School and attended Bakersfield College. He worked on the family ranch from the time he was big enough to rope, ride and drive a tractor. Domenico also worked several years for Dwight and Helen Mebane. His work ethics were known far and wide. If a job needed to be done, you did it right or you did it over. His passion for ranch life shown through with his love of horses, especially Patsy and his dog Boo. Domenico had only gotten two rides on a new custom-made saddle. This saddle was handmade for him by Sgt. Brad Davis. After 9/11, Domenico's patriotism, that started at a young age, reawakened and at the age of 30, he enlisted in the Army in October of 2003. He'd said to his parents, If some elses child can go, I can go. Domenico's basic training was at Fort Benning, Georgia, where he graduated with honors on February 20, 2004. He then transferred to Fort Bragg, North Carolina, the home of the 82nd Airborne, where he was proud to be a paratrooper. Domenico did extremely well for someone who was referred to as "Old Man" by the younger servicemen. Captain Uptgraft wrote to Domenico's parents, in a Christmas card, that Domenico was one of his "Go-To Guys." He performed above and beyond expectations when presented with any and all tasks. Upon being sent to help with the devastation of the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina, Domenico said that he looked forward to returning to the city once it was rebuilt. His enlistment was due to end this month, but prior to that, in August, he was sent to Iraq thus extending his tour. Domenico was looking forward to returning to the ranch life that he always loved, with hopes of raising his own family as he had been raised. He inspired true friendship and was a true friend in return. Time spent with his friends was never long enough. Spending time outdoors, whether hunting or working, was always enjoyable. Domenico's strong faith and his total devotion to country, family and God were strongly felt throughout his life. Pallbearers will be Sgt. Nguyen Huynh, Brian Woods, Tony Blaza, Justin Mebane, Mike Sugg, Brian Quinton, John Hay, Matt Baker and Aaron Kopp. Honorary Pallbearers will be Jeff Giannelli, Vincent Giannelli, Mario Buoni Jr., Mario Buoni III, Mark Cerro, Gary Watts, Jerry Taylor, Dwight Mebane, Chet Mebane, Bennett Mebane, Denny Carver, Levi Kophamer, Mark Beal, Bernard Ansolabehere, Gary Bunn, Marcus Bunn, Joseph Crump and Tyler Helton. The Baroncini Family is very grateful for all the visits, calls, food and flowers that they have received. Special thanks go to Father Craig Harrison for his assistance, love and support. Thank you also to the United States Military. For those considering a donation, the family hopes you will think of any children's charity. Our Domenico was a gift from God, lent to us for too short of a time. Tell your children daily that you love them.