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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.

Philip Garcia

Philip Garcia

Dec 18, 2012

Philip Garcia, 84 of King City passed away Monday, December 18, 2012 at his home with his family at his side. SERVICE INFORMATION: A FUNERAL MASS was held, 10am, Friday, December 21, 2012 at St. John's Catholic Church, 504 N. Third Street, King City, Calif. Born in Oxnard Calif. Sept. 25, 1928, he came to King City at the age...

Norma Jean Dayton

Norma Jean Dayton

Dec 18, 2012

Norma Jean Dayton, age (per Norma, "None of your damn business") of King City passed away Tuesday, December 18, 2012. SERVICE INFORMATION: A Eulogy Service is scheduled for 12 noon, Saturday, December 29, 2012 at the San Ardo Grange Hall, Main Street, San Ardo, Calif. She was born in Pacific Grove and grew up in the Bradley area. Norma is...

Dorothy Marie Hall

Dorothy Marie Hall

Dec 17, 2012

Dorothy Marie Hall, 87 of King City passed away, Monday, December 17, 2012. GRAVESIDE SERVICES: A Graveside service was held, 11am, Friday, December 21, 2012 at King City District Cemetery, King City. Dorothy was born October 27, 1925 in Santa Paula, Calif. She came to South Monterey County at an early age. After WWII in 1949 she met Clifford Hall...

Ronald P. Tirado

Ronald P. Tirado

Dec 17, 2012

Ronald Phillip Tirado, 62 long time resident of King City passed away, Monday, December 17, 2012 at Memorial Medical Ctr. in Modesto, Calif. SERVICE INFORMATION: A VISITATION will be held 12 Noon to 1p.m., Saturday, December 22, 2012 at Eddington Funeral Chapel. A FUNERAL SERVICE will be held, 1p.m. Saturday, December 22, 2012 at Eddington Funeral Chapel Ron was born...

John Joseph Lopez

John Joseph Lopez

Dec 15, 2012

John Joseph Lopez, 61 of King City passed away Saturday, December 15, 2012 with his family at his side after a long battle with kidney disease at Salinas Valley Memorial Hospital. SERVICE INFORMATION: A VISITATION was held, Wednesday, December 19, 2012 from 5pm – 7pm at Eddington Funeral Services A FUNERAL MASS was held, 11am, Thursday, December 20, 2012 at...

Americo "Lazzie" Joe Lazzaroni

Americo "Lazzie" Joe Lazzaroni

Dec 10, 2012

Americo (Lazzie) Lazzaroni, 89 of Greenfield, passed away Monday, December 10, 2012 at his home with his family at his side. SERVICE INFORMATION: A Memorial Mass will be celebrated, 10am, Tuesday, December 18, 2012 at Holy Trinity Catholic Church followed by a gathering at the Greenfield Memorial Hall. Americo was born January 6, 1923 in Gordola, Canton, Ticino, Switzerland to...

Marion Howard Pope

Marion Howard Pope

Nov 25, 2012

Marion Howard Pope, 92 of King City passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by his devoted family on Sunday, November 25, 2012. SERVICE INFORMATION: A CELEBRATION OF LIFE will be held, 11:00a.m., Friday, December 7, 2012 at the Grace Lutheran Church in King City. Marion is survived by his loving wife of 66 years, Patricia; children, Susan (Ken), Linda (Dave),...

Santiago "Jimmy" Benavides Jr.

Santiago "Jimmy" Benavides Jr.

Nov 18, 2012

Santiago Benavides, Jr. 56 of King City passed away Sunday, November 18, 2012. Santiago, better known as "Jimmy" came to King City as a youth with his family as they traveled to the area working in agriculture. He attended King City schools and graduated from King City High School in 1975. He was a simple man who enjoyed fishing and...

Francisca Garcia Raso

Francisca Garcia Raso

Nov 11, 2012

Francisca Garcia Raso, 79 passed away Sunday, November 11, 2012 at Salinas Valley Memorial Hospital with her family by her side. Born April 2, 1933 in Nuevo Laredo, Tamualipas, Mexico she has been a resident of South Monterey County in excess of 60 years. Francisca enjoyed dancing, gardening, cooking, singing and especially being with her family, friends and adopted daughters....

Jayne Isabel Donkin

Jayne Isabel Donkin

Nov 8, 2012

We wish farewell to Jayne Isabel Donkin, beloved wife, mother of seven and friend to many. She passed away peacefully Thursday, Nov. 8, 2012, at her home, surrounded by her children. Jayne was born in London, Ontario, Canada and was raised there with her brother. She is truly blessed to have lived such a rich and full life. Her strong...

Armida Maria Rolandi

Armida Maria Rolandi

Nov 6, 2012

Armida Maria (Bresciani) Rolandi, 83, passed away at home surrounded by her sons and family on November 6, 2012. Armida was born in Gordevio, Switzerland on January 9, 1929. She was a loving wife and homemaker in Greenfield. She enjoyed cooking and baking for family and countless of friends to whom she offered her help and love. She especially enjoyed...

Daniel Charles Patterson

Daniel Charles Patterson

Nov 6, 2012

Daniel James Patterson, 75 of Arroyo Seco, Calif. passed away Monday, November 6, 2012 at his home. Daniel was born January 21, 1937 in Gonzales, Calif. to Thomas Alfred and Olive Fine Patterson. He attended Gonzales schools and graduated from Gonzales High School in 1955 where he excelled in football and baseball. Daniel married his high school sweetheart, Rita Rose...

Manuela Arechiga Tovar

Manuela Arechiga Tovar

Oct 27, 2012

Manuela Arechiga Tovar, 47 of Greenfield passed away at her home on Saturday, October 27, 2012. Manuela was born June 25, 1965 in Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico. She came to the United States at the age of 10 and resided in Fresno, California until she married. She worked in agriculture and together with her husband she moved to Huron, Calif. for...

Jose "Joe" Funes

Jose "Joe" Funes

Oct 13, 2012

Jose "Joe" Funes passed away October 13, 2012 with his loved ones by his side. His struggle with his disability and illness was hard fought and he was a trooper. He was brave until the end. Joe always believed and trusted in God. He was a good student and excelled in athletics. Joe loved his father and cherished his mother....

Amanda Mejia Celaya

Amanda Mejia Celaya

Sep 13, 2012

Amanda Mejia Celaya, 91 of King City passed away September 12, 2012 in San Diego, Calif. after a brief illness. SERVICE INFORMATION: VISITATION is scheduled 6pm to 7pm, Friday, September 21, 2012. A ROSARY Service will be held, 7pm, Friday, September 21, 2012. FUNERAL MASS will be held, 1pm, Saturday, September 22, 2012. All Services will be held at St....

Dr. Leopold J. Graupera M.D.

Dr. Leopold J. Graupera M.D.

Sep 10, 2012

Dr. Leopold (Leo) Graupera entered into rest peacefully in Salinas, California on September 8, 2012. SERVICE INFORMATION: VISITATION was held, 5pm - 6pm, Friday, September 14, 2012 at St. John's Catholic Church, 504 N. Third St., King City. A FUNERAL MASS was held, 6pm, Friday, September 14, 2012 at St. John's Catholic Church. Leopold was the son of the late...

Clementine Pura

Clementine Pura

Sep 5, 2012

Clementine Pura, of Greenfield, passed away peacefully on Sept. 5 at the age of 96. SERVICES A memorial service was held Monday, Sept. 10, 2012 at 10 a.m. at the Greenfield Holy Trinity Catholic Church, corner of Elm St. and El Camino Real. Interment followed at King City District Cemetery. She was born Clementine Pieri in Dos Palos, California, on...

Kathryn Lynn Garcia

Kathryn Lynn Garcia

Sep 2, 2012

Kathryn Lynn Garcia "Katie" born, May 18th, 1958, in King City, California died September 2nd, 2012 at Stanford University Hospital. SERVICES FUNERAL MASS was held 12 noon, Saturday, September 8th, 2012 at the St. John's Catholic Church, King City, Calif. Katie was born and raised in Monterey County. She resided most of her life in King City, Calif. She married...

Gladys Jean Martella

Gladys Jean Martella

Aug 23, 2012

Gladys Jean Martella, 60, of King City passed away peacefully on August 23, 2012 surrounded by loved ones. A Celebration of Life is planned for September 8, 2012 at 11 a.m. at the First Baptist Church King City (450 King St.). Gladys was an extremely loving and caring person. She worked as a caregiver most of her life, caring for...

Lisa Kim Mireles

Lisa Kim Mireles

Aug 15, 2012

Lisa K. Mireles, 52 of King City passed away, August 15, 2012 at Natividad Medical Center in Salinas. She was born May 26, 1960. SERVICE INFORMATION: A FUNERAL MASS is scheduled, 10am, Monday, August 20, 2012 at St. John's Catholic Church, 504 N. Third Street, King City. Lisa worked for Carls Jr. Restaurant in King City as their Assistant Manager...

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