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Fred Aihiro Kajioka
Our loving father, grandfather, uncle and friend Fred Aihiro Kajioka passed away on March 18 at Emanuel Hospital in Turlock due to respiratory failure.
Phil Stadtler
Phil was born in Oakland. He and his parents moved to San Antone Valley to a 640 acre homestead where they raised cattle. In 1928 they moved to a 510 acre ranch in Hilmar, and he lived there the rest of his life. Phil attended Hilmar Schools and helped his father with the family dairy. In 1938 he borrowed $240 to trade cattle with and by the 1950's he was one of the biggest cattle ...
Josephine V. Avila
Josephine Avila, 102, of Turlock, passed away at Emanuel Medical Center on Saturday, March 12. Josephine was born in Rayon, Sonora, Mexico to Andres and Guadalupe Villa in 1908. In the earlier 1930s, she moved to Brawley, Calif. and lived in Turlock since 1947. She was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church, YLI and the Altar Society. She enjoyed cooking, sewing and crocheting. God and family were her life.Josephine is survived by her children, ...
Joseph Makita
Joseph Makita, 85, of Delhi, was born on April 20, 1925, in Cressey and passed away on March 11 in Delhi.He was an auto mechanic for 63 years and Dow Hammond was his last employer. He was one of Jehovah Witnesses in Delhi. He enjoyed taking pictures, gardening and spending time with family and friends.He is survived by his wife of 48 years, Betty Makita of Delhi; son, Joe Makita, Jr. and his wife, Melissa ...
Katherine Dolores Tarone
Katherine Tarone, 90, passed away at her home in Capitola. She was born to Albert and Clara Coker in Stevinson and grew up in Stevinson, where her mother, "Trixie," served as the postmistress. She graduated from Hilmar High School and married Natale Tarone in 1931. She kept their home while her husband went off to serve in World War II. She worked for 18 years as a ticket agent for the local Greyhound Bus depot. ...
Felipe Garcia Maldonado
Felipe Maldonado, 44, of Turlock passed away at home on Sunday, Feb. 26. He was born in Redwood City to Clementa and Nora Maldonado in 1966. In 1978, his family moved to Turlock, and he graduated from Turlock High School in 1985. He worked for Tri-Valley Growers. He enjoyed woodworking, building things and gardening.Felipe is survived by siblings, Randy Beers of Woodland, Richard Beers of Turlock, Robert Beers of New Jersey and Jackie Durant of ...
Jay R. Ramer, Jr.
Visitation for Jay R. Ramer, Jr. will be held from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. on Friday, March 18 at Allen Mortuary, 247 N. Broadway in Turlock. A Celebration of Life will be held at 2 p.m. on Saturday, March 19, also at Allen Mortuary. Burial will follow at North Hilmar Cemetery. Please see www.allenmortuary.com for more information and to leave memories and condolences.
William “Bill” T. Butterworth
Bill Butterworth, of Turlock, was born in San Rafael to Mary and William Butterworth, Sr. on Jan. 27, 1933. He died at age 78 on March 4 at Emanuel Medical Center.Bill's family moved to Turlock in 1942, and he attended Hawthorne School and Turlock High School. After graduating in 1952, he enlisted in the U. S. Navy where he was stationed on the U.S.S. O'Brien DD725. After serving for two years he returned to Turlock ...
Marjorie “Jean” Jensen
Marjorie Jean Jensen, she was known as Jean by her friends and family, passed away at Emanuel Medical Center. Jean was a long time resident of Hilmar. She was president of the PTA, and belonged to several quilting groups for years. She was also a committed member of the Helping Hands Organization for over eight years. Jean was a great help to her husband on their ranch for so many years. Besides being an avid ...
Agatha L. Ware
A grave side service for Agatha L. Ware was held Friday, March 11 at Turlock Memorial Park. Please share your condolences at www.allenmortuary.com.
Rosa da Silva
Rosa da Silva, 94, of Turlock, was born on Oct. 31, 1916 in Agualva, Terceira, Azores and passed away on March 5 in Turlock. She was a homemaker for 58 years and a member of Our Lady of Assumption Catholic Church of Turlock.She is survived by son, Jose da Silva and his wife, Isilda of Artesia; daughter, Grimoalda Dias of Turlock; brothers, Adelino Avila of Massachusetts and Francisco Avila of Brasil; grandchildren, Connie Galhano, Paulo ...
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Arlene Mae Caldwell
Age 79, passed away on June 9th 2013 after a long illness. She was born the 12th of May in San Francisco, Ca to the late Angela Swanson (nee Longo) and James Manning. Arlene is survived by her daughters Cathleen Butorac and Constance F Caldwell-Bennett, grandson Jacob J Moix of Stockton, Ca and her cherished dog Mickey. Arlene was a local business woman of 20 years as owner of Angie's Big Girl Dress Shops. After ...
Ruth E. Carnill
Ruth Elizabeth Carnill, 94, of Turlock, went home to be with the Lord on May 30, 2013. Born on February 6, 1919 in Ahmeek, Michigan, she was the daughter of the late Matthew and Mary Arola. She was a member of the First Presbyterian Church of Turlock. Ruth devoted her life to education, retiring after thirty years of teaching high school. She remained active in the American Association of University Women and Retired Teachers Associations. ...
Chad William Goodwin
Chad William Goodwin, 38, of Turlock, CA passed away in a sudden accident on June 12, 2013. He is preceded in death by his father Edgar Joe Goodwin, grandparents Jess & Alma Hearn, grandpa & grandma Goodwin, and uncle Ken Hearn. Chad is survived by his mother, Glenda Jean Ledbetter of Charleston, MO, his children Dominic & Hailey Goodwin of Turlock and Donovan & Cassie Goodwin of Modesto. He is also survived by his fiancée, ...
Naomi Irene Spahnle
Naomi Irene Spahnle, age 92 "Entered into Rest" on Tuesday, June 11, 2013 at Brandel Manor in Turlock, CA. She was born in Litchfield, Illinois and moved to Turlock with her late husband Donald Roy Spahnle shortly after their marriage and has lived in Turlock for 64 years. Mrs. Spahnle was a cook for the Turlock School District for 30 years and at one time together with her husband they were quite active in Newcomers ...
Ruth E. Carnill
Ruth Elizabeth Carnill, 94, of Turlock, went home to be with the Lord on May 30, 2013. Born on February 6, 1919 in Ahmeek, Michigan, she was the daughter of the late Matthew and Mary Arola. She was a member of the First Presbyterian Church of Turlock. Ruth devoted her life to education, retiring after thirty years of teaching high school. She remained active in the American Association of University Women and Retired Teachers Associations. ...
Georgia G. Beatty
Georgia Beatty, age 101, died peacefully on June 6, 2013 after more than a century of vibrant life filled with faith, love and family. Though small in stature, she leaves behind a giant legacy which includes five children, 21 grandchildren, 70 great grandchildren, and 32 great great grandchildren with many more on the way. Her extensive family cherishes many fond memories of happy times together and will miss her dearly.
Robert “Bob” Lewis Townsend
Robert "Bob" Lewis Townsend, 89, died Friday June 7th, 2013 after a brief illness. Bob was born on October 28, 1923 to Sarah Evelyn (Cox) and James Lester Townsend, in Quapaw, Oklahoma, one of five siblings. He graduated from Lassen High School in Susanville, California, where he was actively involved in band and sports, and enjoyed hunting and fishing.
Ronald Earl Thiessen
Ron was born in Turlock, California in 1961 and lived there until 1980 when his family moved to Incline Village, NV. Ron realized that fast cars, snow skiing and and traveling with family would bring much joy. Ron never met a stranger and adventure lead him to many places in his life. With the mutual interest with his parents for a love of classic cars, this drew him to own a variety of gorgeous classic ...
Sharon M. (Achondo) Howze
Sharon M. (Achondo) Howze, 44, collapsed during an organized run and was called home to God's grace unexpectedly. She passed peacefully with all those who loved her by her side to wish her farewell.
Dennis Roy Babb
Dennis was born in Turlock, California to Arthur and LaVoughn on April 21, 1956. He was a loving son, husband, brother, uncle and friend. Dennis was known for always being there when he was needed. He worked for over 20 years as a concessions operator and was a hard worker. He is survived by his wife Angie Babb; mother LaVoughn Eldridge; siblings Sandra Vaughn, Derrol Eldridge and Brenda Jefferies; nephew Jason Edgar and cousin Margie ...
Pamela “Pam” Read
Pam was born in San Mateo, CA in 1958 to Lee and Kay Tanner. She loved spending time with her family and enjoyed her monthly gathering with friends to play bunko. Pam was an avid racing and NASCAR fan and also enjoyed football, baseball and RV camping. She was a longtime member of the Order of the Eastern Star. She is survived by her husband Mike Read; parents Lee (Mary) Tanner and Kay Tanner; children ...
Joe Petty
Joe Petty 93 of Turlock Ca. passed away Monday at Paramount Court Senior Living In Turlock, Ca. Joe was in the Air Force from 1941 to 1945 as a crew chief on B 17 bombers. He retired from the Livingston post office as a rural mail carrier after 28 years. Joe is survived by one son Gary Petty sr. (Jane) of Hilmar and one Grandson Gary Petty Jr. of Patterson. He also leaves behind three ...
Frank Kahoru Shiba
Frank Shiba died peacefully after 91 full years of life. He was born in Gilroy, CA to Gengoro and Mutsu Shiba, the youngest of 6 children, 3 brothers & 2 sisters, all of whom have preceded him in death.
Janet R. McCord
Janet R. McCord, 75, of Fremont, OH, died Sunday, May 19, 2013 at University of Toledo Medical Center. She was born January 20, 1938 in Fremont, the daughter of Robert N. and Hazel (Hampshire) Kiser. On October 16,1955 she married William McCord. He preceded her in death in 1996 .Janet was a 1956 graduate of Fremont Ross High and went on to work for the Fremont City School System in the payroll office. Upon moving ...
Clarence V. Oliveira, Sr.
He was born in Faja Redonda, Sao Jorge, Azores and entered into rest with his family by his side in Hughson. He was a member of Our Lady of Assumption Catholic Church of Turlock.
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