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Recent obituaries in King City, California.
The obituaries in the Monterey County, California area reflect the region's diverse population, featuring individuals from a variety of ethnic, religious, and cultural backgrounds. Some were pioneers in their fields, while others dedicated their lives to community service or philanthropy. Their stories serve as a reminder of the richness and complexity Monterey County, California history and identity.
Refugio Saldivar
Apr 14, 2021
Refugio Saldivar passed away unexpectedly on April 14th, 2021, at the age of 85.
Refugio was born to Tiburcio Saldivar and Cesarea Robles on July 4th, 1935 in the small village of El Cargadero in Jerez, Zacatecas, Mexico. He was one of 14 children. At a very young age, Refugio learned the value of hard work -...
Barbara (Booboo) Amanda Buckley Handley
Apr 13, 2021
Barbara (Boo Boo) Handley passed away peacefully on April 13 th , 2021. Barbara was a lifelong resident of Monterey County.
She enjoyed gardening, fishing, baking and spending time with family and friends. Barbara is preceded in death by her parents William and Peggy Buckley and sister, Mary Buckley. Barbara is survived by her siblings, Pam Henry,...
Bobbie L. Fredrick
Apr 10, 2021
On April 10, 2021, Bobbie L. Fredrick, mother of 4 and sister, passed away at the age of 86.
Bobbie, while having been born in Vernon, TX on June 1, 1934, she made her way to Paso Robles in 1970 by way of Los Angeles. There she worked as a loyal part of CTS Keen, Hogue Grips...
Bernardo Deleon Jr.
Apr 4, 2021
Bernardo DeLeon Jr., 71 of Mesquite, Dallas, Texas passed away on Sunday, April 4, 2021. Bernardo was born August 16, 1949 in Faifurias, Texas to Bernardo and Lucia DeLeon. At the age of 18 he was drafted into the military and chose to serve as a Marine in the Vietnam war for two years. He was wounded during combat...
Manuel Gallegos
Apr 4, 2021
Manuel Gallegos, 85 of Peoria, Arizona passed away on Sunday, April 4, 2021 with his family by his side. Manuel was born August 10, 1935 in Santa Barbara, California.
He served in the US Army from 1959 – 1963, based at Fort Hunter Liggett, and was stationed at a missile base in Germany.
He married...
Helen Banuelos
Mar 30, 2021
Helen C. Banuelos, 85 of Greenfield passed away peacefully at her home on Tuesday, March 30, 2021 surrounded by the love of her children and sister. Helen was born March 7, 1936 in Lyford, Texas.
Helen was married to the love of her life, Martin Banuelos for 45 years. Together, they created a home filled with love...
Harlan Edward Butler
Mar 25, 2021
CELEBRATION OF LIFE PLANNED:
Please join the family for a Remembrance and Celebration, 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, May 25th at 43755 Via Canada, in King City.
Harlan Edward Butler was born in McCrory Arkansas on May 28 th 1943 to Pete and Mary Butler (Smith) and moved to California in 1944 where his mom and...
Isabel Diaz Ornelas
Mar 8, 2021
Isabel Diaz Ornelas, falleció la madrugada del 8 de Marzo de 2021.
Fue una mujer ejemplar, dedicada y abnegada, estudio la carrera de Secretariado lo que dio inicio a su carrera laboral, fue una persona comprometida al servicio, ayudo a la regularización de alumnos con dificultad de aprendizaje escolar. Ayudo activamente en la construcción de una Parroquia....
Timothy Lee Smith
Feb 25, 2021
"Timmy" Smith, international Casanova, smoking enthusiast, trout fisherman, and career civil servant, died peacefully in his home the morning of Thursday, February 25, 2021.
Richard Melville Morris
Feb 24, 2021
Richard Melville Morris, also known as Dick, went to be with the Lord on Feb. 24. 2021. He was surrounded by his family being wrapped in love, comfort and a peace that surpassed understanding as he went to his heavenly home. Dick was born in Palm Springs California on April 12, 1945.
His personality was bigger than...
Mary Lou Marquez
Feb 23, 2021
Mary Lou Marquez 91 formerly of Gonzales passed away peacefully in her sleep in San Diego on February 23, 2021.
Mary Lou worked the packing sheds and fields of the Salinas Valley for many years. Her sons and their friends were always treated to great Mexican food and especially her homemade tortillas. She even provided food at...
Romaldo Munoz
Feb 20, 2021
Born September 13, 1945 to Francisco and Virginia Munoz in San Francisco del Rincon Guanajuato and raised in B.C. Tijuana. He passed away on February 20, 2021 in Salinas California.
Romaldo is survived by his wife Celia Munoz, daughters Martha, son-in law Pete, Myra, son-in-law Eric, grandchildren Nathaniel, Mia, Jacob, Noah, Alexia, Lorenzo and many loving family...
Kay Marie Jones
Feb 18, 2021
https://www.tributeslides.com/tributes/show/YKZ49T8T6MMXHHHQ?e=1 On February 18, 2021, beloved wife, mother, grandmother (Bamma), great-grandmother, and sister, Kay Marie Jones, left us to be with her father, Ray Lavelle, her mother, Hazel Tully, and stepfather, Robert Tully, along with many other family members.
Kay was born on January 30, 1951 in King City where she spent 70 wonderful years surrounded by...
Clem W. Albertoni
Feb 17, 2021
Tribute to a Salinas Valley Legend – a Cowboy's Last Ride
Clem Albertoni saddled up for his last ride on February 17, 2021 writing the last stanza of his life's poem which was filled with love of family, friends, country and a good time.  God broke the mold when Clem was born to the late...
Mildred R. Conatser
Feb 17, 2021
Mildred Conatser began her life in Oklahoma, born in 1923 to Lola Wyatt and Ward Robinson. She had one brother, Dubs. Her father passed away when she was nine years old. Her mother remarried to Frank Provence so she had step-sisters and brothers. She was very close with her grandmother who she called Mama.
While in high...
Peggy Jeanette (Sirak) Dewitt
Feb 16, 2021
Peggy Jeanette (Sirak) DeWitt, passed away on February 16, 2021. She put up a valiant battle with Pulmonary Hypertension. Peggy was 55 years young. She passed away at the Salinas Valley Memorial Hospital with her husband and her children at her side.
Peggy studied Accounting and made her first home in Bakersfield. She moved back to King...
Celsa "Sunnie" Saenz-Headley
Feb 14, 2021
Celsa "Sunnie" Saenz-Headley passed away at 7:52 p.m. on Sunday, February 14, 2021 at 44 years of age. Born on May 20, 1976, she grew up in King City, CA and loved spending time in Southern California, namely Los Angeles.
Many, near and far, knew her as "Sunnie". Her family lovingly called her Cele, Stella or Mommie,...
Mary L. Borzini
Feb 14, 2021
Mary L. Borzini passed away at her home on February 14, Valentine's Day, following a brief illness.
She was 97 years old.
Mary was born on November 29, 1923 in Soledad, CA to Alfredo and Pierina Luchessa. She was raised on the family dairy, went to grammar school in Soledad, and was a proud graduate...
Lucy Margaret Sims
Feb 9, 2021
Lucy Margaret Sims, 89 formerly of Greenfield passed away on February 9, 2021 in Las Vegas, NV. She was born October 23, 1931 in Reed Springs, MO.
Lucy enjoyed quilting, sewing, crochet, gardening and singing. She married David Sims December 2, 1950. They were married for 70 years. She was a parishioner of 1 st Assembly of...
David Banuelos
Feb 6, 2021
David Banuelos, 77 of Soledad passed away on Saturday, February 6, 2021. He was born, January 4, 1944 in King City, Calif.
SERVICE INFORMATION:
A Visitation with limited attendance will be held on Friday, February 12, 2021 from 4pm to 7pm at Eddington Funeral Services Chapel.
A Celebration of Life will be held...
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