obituaries
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.
Joe Lous Perez
Jul 25, 2018
Jose "Joe" Lous Perez, passed away peacefully at his home on July 25, 2018. Joe was born on September 13, 1961 in Sunnyside, Washington to Alfredo and Manuela Perez. When Joe was a few months old he and his family moved to Greenfield, Calif. and it was his home for his entire life. He attended Greenfield Elementary School District...
Shirley Rae Martella
Jul 24, 2018
Shirley Rae Martella, 89 of King City passed away on Tuesday, July 24, 2018 at Salinas Valley Memorial Hospital with her family by her side. She was born to Paul and Blanche Chilson in Watsonville, Calif. on July 6, 1929. She was raised in Sacramento and Salinas. She graduated from Salinas High School at age 17.
She...
Maria Trinidad Salazar
Jul 12, 2018
Maria Trinidad Salazar, 98 of King City passed away on Thursday, July 12, 2018 at her home with her family by her side. Maria was born November 23, 1919 in Zacatecas, Mexico. She enjoyed sewing and loved spending time with her family. She enjoyed traveling to Mexico. Maria enjoyed tending to her rose garden, listening to music and visiting with...
Derald J. Frew
Jul 6, 2018
With great sadness the family of Derald Frew announces his passing on Friday, July 6 th at the Salinas Valley Memorial Hospital. Derald will be lovingly remembered and missed by his wife Hannah, his stepsons Robert, Randy and Alan Anthony as well as his 22 step grandchildren and great grandchildren.
Derald was born to James and Golda...
Charley Mcwilliams Ross
Jun 16, 2018
Charley McWilliams Ross, 90 of King City passed away on Saturday, June 16, 2018. Charley was born March 18, 1928 Midwest, Wyoming.
After high school Charley entered the US Army were he became a Military Policeman. He was married for forty-five years to the love of his life, Carmen Rosario Ross. They lived in Vacaville, Calif., there...
Virginia Lee O'Connor
Jun 13, 2018
Virginia Lee O'Connor, 73 passed away on Wednesday, June 13 th , 2018 from a short illness with her family by her side. She was born, August 6, 1944 in Santa Cruz, Calif. and lived there for 12 years until her family moved to Northern California.
She then met the love of her life, Robert (Bob) O'Connor...
Ethan Valladarez
Jun 11, 2018
Mr. Ethan Lee Valladarez, 26 of King City passed away on Monday, June 11 th , 2018. He was born November 13 th , 1991.
Ethan was a fun loving and charismatic free soul that loved his family more than anything. He was a beloved Son, Brother, Boyfriend, Best Friend, Cousin and recently an Uncle. Born and...
Gladys Irene Bernal
Jun 8, 2018
Gladys Irene Bernal, passed away on June 8, 2018 at the age of 101. She was born June 9, 1916 in San Luis Obispo to Ava and Lawrence Hansen, and as a child lived in Carissa Plains. Later her family moved to San Ardo, where her father was a pioneer Rancher/Farmer, and resided on the Rosenberg Ranch.
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Lupe M. Rodriguez
Jun 3, 2018
Guadalupe "Lupe" Rodriguez, 46 of San Lucas passed away on Sunday, June 3, 2018.
SERVICE INFORMATION: A Visitation will be held form 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Sunday, June 10, 2018 at Eddington Funeral Services Chapel, 429 Bassett St. in King City.
A Funeral Service will be held,...
Bruce Dodson
May 27, 2018
Samuel Bruce Dodson, 81 of King City passed away on Sunday, May 27, 2018 at his home with his family at his side. He was born April 8, 1937 in Oakland, California to Sam and Helen Dodson.
In his early years he was a boy scout. He graduated from Cal Poly and was a rodeo clown. He...
Martin "Marty" Johnson
May 18, 2018
Martin "Marty" Barrie Johnson, 56 of King City passed away on Friday, May 18, 2018 with his family by his side. Marty was born August 15, 1961 in Salinas, California.
He enjoyed watching the San Francisco Giants, farming, spoiling his grandsons and spending time in the backyard with his family and friends.
Marty is survived...
Maria Gloria Oliveros
May 9, 2018
Maria Gloria Oliveros of King City, Calif. passed away on Wednesday, May 9, 2018. She was born on August 12, 1926 in Michoacan, Mexico where she met and married the love of her life, Salvador Oliveros. They immigrated to the United States in 1960 to give their children a chance at a better life. She along with her loving...
Kathy Lucille Banks
May 8, 2018
Kathy Lucille Banks, born to Hud and Muffy Banks August 8, 1954 in Santa Maria, Calif. Kathy passed on May 8, 2018.
She graduated from Paso Robles High School in 1972. She was involved 4H and FFA raising and showing livestock. She then attended Cal Poly SLO with an Ag major.
Kathy was an animal...
Saul - Martinez Serrano
Apr 30, 2018
Saul Martinez Serrano, 56 of King City passed away on April 30, 2018. SERVICE INFORMATION: A Visitation will be held from 5pm to 7pm on Wednesday, May 2, 2018 at Eddington Funeral Services Chapel. A Rosary Service will be held at 7pm on Wednesday, May 2, 2018 at Eddington Funeral Services Chapel. A Funeral Mass will be held at 10...
Eldon W. Pura
Apr 24, 2018
Eldon W. Pura, 93 of Greenfield passed away on April 24, 2018. He was born in Salinas August 9, 1924 to Swiss immigrants, Anselmo and Elvezia Barrera Pura from Canton, Ticino, Switzerland.
The family moved their dairy operation to Greenfield in 1927 when they herded the dairy animals down the 101 highway. Eldon lived on the Greenfield...
Margaret Rose Raschella
Apr 19, 2018
It is with profound sadness that we announce the death of Margaret "Chonia" Raschella. After a brief battle with cancer, Margaret passed away peacefully surrounded by family on April 19, 2018. Margaret had a beautiful smile, infectious laugh, bottomless love for her family, affection for animals, and passion for helping others. Margaret will be deeply missed by everyone who...
June Faye Flores Fontaine
Apr 6, 2018
After spending 10 beautiful days with her family, June is now with Our Heavenly Father. June will surely be missed by all her family, especially her loving parents, Elizabeth Rose Flores Fontaine and Timothy Roland Fontaine, who fought hard for her life.
June was very blessed to gain a body and meet her parents and family who...
Rafael Gonzalez Ramirez
Apr 2, 2018
Rafael Gonzalez Ramirez, 64 of West Jordan, Utah passed away on April 2, 2018. SERVICE INFORMATION: A Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Friday, April 13, 2018 followed by a Rosary Service at 7:00 p.m. at Holy Trinity Catholic Church, 803 Elm Ave. in Greenfield. A Funeral Mass has been scheduled for 9:00 a.m. on...
Alfonso "Al" P. Hernandez
Mar 28, 2018
Our beloved father, Tata, and great-grandfather Alfonso P. Hernandez, 97, of King City joined his loving wife Ruth and our Lord in Heaven on Wednesday, March 28, 2018.
He was born March 10, 1921 in Somerton, Arizona, and was the 5th of 6 children born to Jacobo and Felicitas Hernandez.
He met the love of...
Helen Mayer Harrison
Mar 24, 2018
Helen Mayer Harrison, artist, educator, activist, and mentor to generations of artists and activists passed away peacefully in her home in Santa Cruz, CA on March 24, 2018, after a long battle with Alzheimer's disease, surrounded by her family and loving husband of almost 65 years.
Helen's long and productive career followed an unlikely path that reflected...
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