obituaries

Feb 7, 2026

Maria Montemayor Ochoa, 84 of King City passed away February 7, 2026.  She was born July 29, 1941 in Monterrey, Nuevo Leon Mexico.

Maria has lived in the King City area in excess of 68 years.  She was a laborer in agriculture for 65 years, working in many of the packing sheds that produced asparagus, tomatoes and...

Feb 7, 2026

Kasen Jerome Dedini, 42 of King City passed away February 7, 2026.  He was born, September 13, 1983 in King City, Calif.

He grew up in King City and was diagnosed with muscular dystrophy which affected his ability to work.  He was able to help his Dad by working with him doing side jobs. He chose the...

Feb 6, 2026

Jesus "Jesse" Manuel Gomez passed away February 6th, 2026 in Salinas, California surrounded by his wife of 54 years, three children, and younger brother, Manuel Gomez.

Jesse was born September 16th, 1947 to Manuel and Eustolia Gomez in McAllen, Texas. Affectionately known as "Chuy" to family and friends, he was the eldest of five siblings. Jesse grew...

Feb 4, 2026

Santos Morales Aguirre, age 79, passed away on February 4, 2026. She was born on May 6, 1946, in Mercedes, Texas, and lived most of her life in Greenfield, CA where she built a home filled with love, joy and laughter.

Santos was reunited in heaven with her beloved husband, Elias Aguirre, with whom she shared a...

Jan 30, 2026

On behalf of the family we are honored to present the following obituary notice:

Patricia Jeanne Hayes Pope passed away on January 30, 2026 at the age of 101 years at her home in Visalia, CA after a brief illness.

She was born in San Jose, California on August 4, 1924  to Austin and Katherine...

Jan 30, 2026

Debbie Lee Pryor was born May 2, 1955 in King City, CA, but lived in San Ardo most of her life. She died peacefully on January 30, 2026 with family and friends by her side.

She was a shy but studious student at San Ardo Elementary and then went on to King City High School. She skipped...

Jan 26, 2026

With his wife by his side, David's spirit was set free on January 26, 2026, after a 16-year battle with Parkinson's disease.

Born in Porterdale, Georgia, to David and Rebecca Newell, David was the oldest of seven children. His early life was shaped by humble beginnings and frequent moves. During his high school years, his natural athletic...

Jan 22, 2026

Miguel Angel Martinez Piña, 41 of Fresno passed away, Thursday, January 22, 2026 in Fresno, California.  He was born March 7, 1984 in Sur Baja California, Mexico.

SERVICE INFORMATION:

A Visitation will be held from 9am to 10 am on Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at St. John's Catholic Church, 504 N....

Jan 21, 2026

Noah Tilon Hermosillo passed away on January 21, 2026. He was a proud veteran of the Army and served in Vietnam and Germany. He enjoyed sports destruction derbys and nature, especially bird watching. He treasured his land and working it. He is preceded in death by his beloved son Joseph, as well as his parents Placido Sr. and Mary. Also...

Jan 15, 2026

Dorthey Chrystene Allred, 92 of King City passed away Thursday, January 15, 2026.  She was born January 10, 1934 in Kingston, Arkansas.  Her parents were Auldie and Susan Holiday.

Chrystene was the Bookkeeper for the family business, Allred's BP Service for many years.  She loved animals, especially cats and dogs.  She enjoyed sewing, crocheting, gardening, reading, working...

Jan 9, 2026

Leon Gene Bednar, 77 of King City passed away on Friday, January 9, 2026 at his home with his family by his side.  Leon was born May 15, 1948 in Dallas, Texas.

Leon was a High School graduate.  He honorably served with the US Navy and Navy Reserve until 1971.  He worked for Pacific Gas and Electric...

Dec 24, 2025

Alberta Marie Anthony, age 86 of Teague Avenue, King City, Calif. passed away peacefully at her home on December 24, 2025. Her son and Daughter were lovingly by her side.

Alberta was born on October 22, 1939 in Salinas, Calif.  She would work and live her entire life in the Salinas Valley. She was born the second...

Dec 23, 2025

Rachel Resendez, 73 of Greenfield, passed on Tuesday, December 23, 2025.

Rachel was born February 5, 1952 to Rogelio & Helen Mendez of King City Calif.  She grew up at the Orchard Company alongside her 8 siblings Roger, Martha, Maurillio, George, Antonia, Sara, Ruben, Beatrice & multiple cousins. She had fond memories of her childhood, running barefoot...

Dec 18, 2025

Crystal Rosas, 43 of Templeton passed away, Thursday, December 18, 2025.

Crystal has lived in the North County of San Luis Obispo area for 7 years and was a Health Care Clinic Manager.  She enjoyed the many barbeques and spending time with her father and family on their family ranch in South Monterey County.

She...

Dec 14, 2025

Antonia Ortiz, 58 of Salinas passed away Sunday, December 14, 2025.  She was born December 27, 1966.

SERVICE INFORMATION:

A Visitation will begin at 5:00 p.m., Thursday, December 18, 2025 at Eddington Funeral Chapel, 429 Bassett Street, King City

A Rosary Service will be held, 6:00 p.m., at Eddington Funeral Chapel.

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Dec 14, 2025

Monica Yazaret Almanza Romero, 32, of Greenfield passed away Sunday, December 14, 2025.

SERVICE INFORMATION:

A Visitation will be held 5:00 p.m., Sunday, December 21, 2025 at Eddington Funeral Chapel, 429 Bassett St., King City

A Rosary Service will be held, 6:00 p.m., Sunday, December 21, 2025 at Eddington Funeral Chapel.

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Nov 14, 2025

William "Wild Bill" Phillip Press, 88 of King City passed away on Friday, November 14, 2025.  He was born February 18, 1937 in Loyalton, California.

Bill was an automotive and truck mechanic most of his working life.  In his earlier years he was part owner of the B&B Truck Stop located on the corner of south First...

Nov 14, 2025

Ellen "Jerry " Geraldine Press passed away April 8, 2020. . . William "Wild Bill" Phillip Press passed away November 14, 2025.

Please join the family in celebration of their parents, Jerry and Bill.

A Celebration of Life will be held , 11:00 a.m., Saturday, January 17, 2026 at...

Nov 8, 2025

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Christina Willenborg on November 8, 2025, following a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer.

Born on December 25, 1956 in Timmins, Ontario, Christina lived a life defined by passion, adventure, and dedication to others. She is lovingly survived by her husband Steven Willenborg, daughter Karli Plamondon and...

Nov 4, 2025

Eugene "Corky" Richardson passed away peacefully in Salinas on Tuesday, November 4, 2025. Corky was born Eugene Louis Richardson on December 13th, 1939, in Albuquerque, New Mexico to Gene and Irene Richardson. Like many folks of their generation, his parents moved to California (via Route 66) in the hopes of a better life and to escape the effects of...