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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.

Cecile A. Lesnini

Cecile A. Lesnini

Jan 27, 2013

Cecile Lesnini died peacefully at home on Sunday, January 27. Throughout most of her 96 years, she faced life with enthusiasm, optimism and humor. GRAVESIDE: A Graveside inurnment is will be held, 2 p.m., Friday, March 22, 2013 at King City District Cemetery. Cecile is the last of the seven Lesnini siblings born at home on a dairy ranch in...

Rose L. Homen

Rose L. Homen

Jan 23, 2013

Rose Homen passed away peacefully on January 23, 2013, in Walnut Creek, California, at the age of 96, after a long battle with Alzheimer's disease. SERVICE INFORMATION: A MEMORIAL SERVICE was held 11:00 a.m., Saturday, February 9, 2012 at St. John's Catholic Church, 504 N. Third St., King City. Graveside committal of her ashes followed at King City District Cemetery....

Juanita Helen Ritter

Juanita Helen Ritter

Jan 17, 2013

Juanita Helen Ritter, 80 of King City passed away Thursday, January 17, 2013. At Juanita's request, no services were to be held. Juanita was born February 17, 1932 in Greenfield, California. She has lived in South Monterey County her entire life. She attended Greenfield Elementary Schools and King City Joint Union High School. Juanita married John Ritter, Sr. January 1,...

Mary F. Amaral

Mary F. Amaral

Jan 13, 2013

Mary F. Amaral, of Greenfield passed away peacefully Sunday, January 13, 2013 at Mee Memorial Hospital in King City. She was 97 years old. SERVICE INFORMATION: A ROSARY AND MASS was held 10:00 a.m., Friday, January 18, 2013, at Holy Trinity Catholic Church in Greenfield. Mary was laid to rest in Holy Trinity Cemetery following the Mass. Mary was born...

Henry Martinus

Henry Martinus

Jan 5, 2013

Henry Martinus was born June 24, 1936 and passed away January 5, 2013. SERVICE INFORMATION: A GRAVESIDE COMMITTAL took place, 11:00 am, Saturday, January 19, 2013 at the Paulsen Cemetery, Lockwood. A CELEBRATION of Henry's Life followed at the Lockwood Community Center at 1:00 pm. His deceased parents were Jan Henry and May Martinus of Lockwood. His siblings in order...

Valerie Ann Bassetti

Valerie Ann Bassetti

Jan 5, 2013

Valerie Ann Bassetti passed away on January 5, 2012. She was 60 years old. SERVICE INFORMATION: PRIVATE GRAVESIDE SERVICES were held on Saturday January 12, 2013 at 9:00 am in Paso Robles. A Celebration was held 11 a.m., at the Orradre Building of the Salinas Valley Fairgrounds in King City, Saturday, January 12, 2013. Valerie was born in King City...

Annette Ann Turner

Annette Ann Turner

Jan 2, 2013

Annette Ann Turner, 50 life long resident of King City passed away Wednesday, January 2, 2013 at Mee Memorial Hospital with her family at her side. SERVICE INFORMATION: A GRAVESIDE SERVICE is scheduled, 11am, Friday, January 11, 2013 at King City District Cemetery. Annette was born October 27, 1962 in King City. She was one of the first twins born...

Hugo Aldo Scattini

Hugo Aldo Scattini

Dec 31, 2012

Hugo A. Scattini, 82 of Greenfield passed away, Monday, December 31, 2012. SERVICE INFORMATION: A VISITATION will take place from 2pm -4pm, Sunday, January 6, 2013 at Holy Trinity Catholic Church, Greenfield, Calif. A ROSARY SERVICE will be held, 4pm, Sunday, January 6, 2012 at Holy Trinity Catholic Church. A FUNERAL MASS will be held 10am, Monday, January 7, 2013...

Albert David Holland, Jr.

Albert David Holland, Jr.

Dec 25, 2012

Albert D. Holland, Jr. 85 of King City fell asleep in death December 25, 2012 at 3:45pm with his family at his side after suffering a brief illness. He was born, Albert David Holland, Jr. on March 3, 1927 in Tulsa, Oklahoma. SERVICE INFORMATION: All are invited to attend a MEMORIAL SERVICE, 2:00pm, Saturday, January 5, 2013 at the Kingdom...

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...

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