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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.

Carolyn E. (Rosario) Nelson

Carolyn E. (Rosario) Nelson

Apr 21, 2025

Carolyn E. (Rosario) Nelson, 83 of King City, CA passed away peacefully in her sleep with her family by her side on April 21, 2025.  She was born in California to James and Lucille Rosario.

Carolyn worked as a schoolteacher at Santa Lucia Elementary School for 32 years before she retired.  She taught first grade and kindergarten....

Pamela Sue Thompson

Pamela Sue Thompson

Apr 8, 2025

Pamela Sue Parmater Thompson was born on March 14, 1956, in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. She was born to a farming family. She moved to Santa Maria, California in her youth, and the family settled in Carpinteria, CA, where Pam attended and graduated from Carpinteria High School. Pam was married to Cal Thompson Jr. on October 18, 1973. They started...

Stephanie Marie Simpson

Stephanie Marie Simpson

Apr 2, 2025

Stephanie Marie Simpson, 55 of King City passed away on Wednesday, April 2, 2025.  She was born in San Jose, California.

She received her Associates Degree at Monterey Peninsula College and worked as a CNA and in child care.

Stephanie leaves behind her children, Jacob Barnes, Shelly (Tavis) Brock, Dominic Simpson; mother, Karen Bennett and...

Graciela Aguilar Gonzalez

Graciela Aguilar Gonzalez

Mar 31, 2025

Graciela Gonzalez Aguilar, 77 of King City passed away on Monday, March 31, 2025.  She was born November 22, 1947 in San Jose De Llanetes, Zacatecas, Mexico.

She came to the United State in 1957 at the age of 10.  She worked over 50 years in agriculture having been employed by Maggio Carrots Packing in King City,...

Pedro A. Macias

Pedro A. Macias

Mar 31, 2025

Pedro A. Macias, passed away on Monday, March 31, 2025, he was 88 years old.  He was born in the State of Jalisco, Mexico.

SERVICE INFORMATION:

A Rosary and Funeral Mass is scheduled for 10am, Thursday, April 10, 2025 at the Our Lady of Ransom Catholic Church, College St., San Ardo, CA 93450....

J. Jesus Ochoa

J. Jesus Ochoa

Mar 29, 2025

Jose Jesus Ochoa Lemus, 97 of Soledad passed away on Saturday, March 29, 2025 at his home with his family by his side.  He was born, March 13, 1928 in Santana Mancera, Michoacan, Mexico.

He met his wife, Felicitas Ortiz in Calexico, Calif. and they have enjoyed 75 years of marriage.

Jesus enjoyed traveling and...

Joseph S. Iwan

Joseph S. Iwan

Mar 29, 2025

Joseph S. Iwan, affectionately known as Joe or Joey, passed away peacefully on March 29, 2025, in King City, California, at the age of 75.

Born on July 25, 1949, in Gary, Indiana, Joe lived a life full of passion, kindness, humor, and service. He was a devoted husband to the late Karen Ponzo Iwan, whom he...

Esther Kosty

Esther Kosty

Mar 26, 2025

Esther Kosty (Angulo), our dear wife, mother, sister, and friend passed away peacefully on March 26th, 2025 after a lengthy illness.

Esther was born in El Centro, California on December 22, 1959 to Ruben and Jane Angulo. Esther spent her formative years in the Imperial Valley where she excelled in leadership and service. She had a wealth...

Jason Patrick Foslien

Jason Patrick Foslien

Mar 20, 2025

Jason Patrick Foslien, age 56, fought a valiant 4-year battle with stage 4 cancer, despite being given 6 months to a year upon diagnosis in 2021. Jason peacefully passed in the early morning on Thursday March 20th 2025.

Jason was born on February 6, 1969 in Minneapolis Minnesota to Patrick Joel Foslien and Sharon Lea Windsor. Growing...

Esperanza "Hope" Garnica Partida

Esperanza "Hope" Garnica Partida

Mar 14, 2025

Esperanza Hope Garnica Partida, a cherished mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on March 14, 2025, at the age of 95 in Oxnard California. She was born on August 20, 1929, in Fillmore California,

Hope is preceded in death by her father and mother Gonzalo and Maria Garnica, husband Carlos Partida, siblings Garnica's: Philip, Peter,...

Nancy Darlene Blohm (Pura)

Nancy Darlene Blohm (Pura)

Mar 9, 2025

Nancy Darlene Blohm (PURA), age 69 fought a good fight, battling a liver and kidney disease that took her peacefully on March 9, 2025 in Grand Junction, Colorado.

Nancy was born on December 5, 1955 in King City, California to Jerome and Betty Pura. She grew up in Pine Canyon and attended King City High School. She...

Jenaro Arvizu Quiroz

Jenaro Arvizu Quiroz

Mar 6, 2025

Jenaro Arvizu Quiroz, 71 of King City passed away on Thursday, March 6, 2025.  He was born December 18, 1953 in Municipio de Victoria, Guanajuato, Mexico.

SERVICE INFORMATION:

A Visitation will be held starting at 5pm, Thursday, March 13, 2025 at Eddington Funeral Chapel, 429 Bassett St., King city.

A Recitation of the...

Randy Ray Olds

Randy Ray Olds

Feb 26, 2025

Randy Ray Olds, a beloved Brother, Father, Grandfather "Papa" and cherished friend, passed away on February 26, 2025, in Rancho Cordova California, at the age of 68. Randy is survived by his older brother Kelly; son Jason; daughter in law Aerial; his loving grandchildren Kaylee, Emalee, Carlee, Devin, Rhylee, Melony and Fayona along with extended family and countless friends....

Celia Muñoz

Celia Muñoz

Feb 23, 2025

Celia Muñoz, 73 of King City passed away on Sunday, February 23, 2025.  She was born November 6, 1951 in Salvatierra, Guanajuato, Mexico.

She worked in agriculture for over 30 years.

Her husband Romaldo Muñoz passed away in February of 2021.  She is survived by her children, Martha Davalos and Myra Gallardo; 6 brothers and...

Michael Thomas Mcnellis

Michael Thomas Mcnellis

Feb 22, 2025

Michael Thomas McNellis, 69, of Paso Robles died on Saturday February 22nd, 2025. Michael was born in Denver Colorado to John Thomas McNellis and Laura Lois Truesdale and was raised beside his sister Tisha Goodwin.

He spent 46 years married to the love of his life, Carol Sauer McNellis and together they raised their three children, Levi...

Marco Antonio Mora Maya

Marco Antonio Mora Maya

Feb 12, 2025

Marco Antonio Mora Maya, 73 of Greenfield passed away on Wednesday, February 12, 2025.  He was born February 28, 1951 in Chupicuaro, Guanajuato, Mexico.

He came to the United States at an early age.  He had worked as a farm laborer in agriculture for 60 years before retiring.  He has been a resident of Monterey County for...

Robert Louis Wasson

Robert Louis Wasson

Feb 12, 2025

Robert Louis Wasson, 75, of Bakersfield, CA, passed away peacefully at home on February 12, 2025. Born on August 20, 1949, in Salinas, CA, he was raised in King City, CA, where he developed his deep love for faith, family, and hard work.

A devoted Christian, Robert found strength and guidance in the Lord, reading his Bible...

Inez Diaz

Inez Diaz

Feb 12, 2025

In the early hours of Wednesday, February 12, 2025, beloved matriarch, Inez Ornelas Diaz of King City passed away in the comfort of her home with family by her side.

One of nine children, Inez was born on May 19, 1931 in Merced, California to Rita Guzman and Encarnación Ornelas. After completing primary school, she left to...

Kenny Colwell

Kenny Colwell

Feb 11, 2025

Long time Paso Robles resident Kenny Colwell crossed the finish line on February 11, 2025. Proud father, grandfather, and husband to Linda for 66 years, Kenny will be remembered for his quick wit, unassuming manner, love of his family, and his patient, gentle soul. He also was an uncle, great uncle, cousin and friend to many.

After...

Randall Keith Goodnight

Randall Keith Goodnight

Feb 8, 2025

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It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Randall Keith Goodnight, lovingly known as "Randy," who passed away peacefully at home in Greenfield, CA, on February 8, 2025, at the age of 81.

Randall was born in Ogden, Utah, to Viva Harveston (Record) and Thomas Jefferson (TJ) Goodnight of Arkansas. He...

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