Delores Alene Grumbles

Delores was born on July 31, 1938, in Sparks, Nevada, to Leon and Elda Foremaster. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Raymond Grumbles.

She is survived by her sons, Aaron Grumbles and wife Elvia, and Eric Grumbles; her daughter, Ronda Heber, and husband Dan Heber and her grandchildren: Tenneah Davis, Mark Heber, Stephanie Green, Candace Cannova, Amy Clark, Jesse Grumbles, Dallas Pyland, Jenny Pettway, Chris Grumbles, Sarah Ludwig, David Heber, and Dancie Grumbles. She is also survived by 19 great-grandchildren and 15 great-great-grandchildren.

Delores moved from Sparks, Nevada, to Bakersfield, California, with her parents, Leon and Elda Foremaster, and her brother, Norman Foremaster. She graduated from Bakersfield High School in 1956. That same year, she began her career with Pacific Telephone. Through dedication and hard work, she advanced to the position of Planning Engineer and retired in 1991 after 35 years of service.

In her younger years, Delores enjoyed roller skating and horseback riding. Art was one of Delores's greatest passions. A true artist, she spent countless hours painting with oils and acrylics, sharing her creativity and bringing beauty into the lives of those around her. She also enjoyed reading, playing card games, caring for her plants, traveling, spending time with family, and playing Scrabble with friends.

On December 17, 1955, Delores married the love of her life, Raymond Grumbles. Together they shared 64 wonderful years of marriage. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and friend whose kindness, love, strength, and unwavering dedication touched everyone who knew her. The values she passed on to her family will continue to live on through future generations.

Services and a visitation will be held on October 29, 2026, at 12:00 p.m., followed by a committal service at 2:00 p.m., at Hillcrest Memorial Park, 9101 Kern Canyon Road, Bakersfield, California 93306.