Betty Sales Guess
Oct 16, 2026
Betty Sales Guess, formerly of Soledad, California, and most recently of Paso Robles, passed away on October 16, 2026, following a courageous battle with breast cancer. She was a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and valued member of her community.
Born on November 2, 1936, to Theodore and Helen Sales, Betty attended King City and Gonzales High Schools, graduating with the...
Michael Joseph Oliveira
Oct 6, 2026
Michael Joseph Oliveira, 75 of King City passed away Tuesday, October 6, 2026, in Salinas, Calif. He was born in Salinas on May 14, 1951.
In his youth Mike achieved the level of Eagle Scout with Boy Scouts of America. He attended St. John’s Catholic school and was a graduate of King City High School. He continued his education and graduated...
Bobbie Jean Buckner
Oct 13, 2026
Bobbie Jean Buckner, 87, was born on November 14, 1938 in Hanna, Oklahoma and passed away peacefully on October 13, 2026 in Soledad, California. She lived in Greenfield, California most of her life.
She enjoyed baking, sewing, and loved spending time with family and friends. She was married for 66 years to the love of her life Garnett.
Bobbie is survived by...
Richard David Pozzi
Oct 2, 2026
Richard David Pozzi, 75, a lifelong resident of King City, California, passed away as the sun set on October 2, 2026.
Richard was born on January 20, 1951, in Salinas, California, to Emilio and Mary Pozzi. His father immigrated to the United States from Switzerland, while his mother was born on her family’s dairy ranch off Metz Road in King City,...
Karen Jill Serritelli
Oct 7, 2026
It is with heavy hearts and profound sadness that we announce the passing of Karen Jill Serritelli, who passed away on October 7, 2026, at the age of 67. A beloved mother, grandmother, daughter, sister, and friend, Karen leaves behind a lifetime of cherished memories, unconditional love, and a lasting impact on everyone fortunate enough to have known her.
Karen was...
Michael Dwain Stanphill
Sep 29, 2026
Michael Dwain Stanphill was born on August 10, 1964, and passed away on September 29, 2026, in San Diego, CA at the age of 62.
Michael (Mike) was preceded in death by his parents Herman and Hildred “Joy” Stanphill, his sister Sherie Vint, grandparents Floyd and Frankie Stanphill, Howard and Ermine Tyler, Herman and Julia Spieker, and beloved dogs Ollie &...
Rozalia Treiner
Sep 18, 2006
Rozalia Treiner passed away peacefully at Mee Memorial hospital on 09/19/2026.
Rosa and her husband Tibor Treiner immigrated from Hungary in 1957 along with her sons Laszlo and Tibor JR and settled in San Ardo, California. Her third son Zoltan Treiner was born in 1964 in King City, California.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Tibor Treiner; her sons, Tibor...
Patricia "Patty" Ellen Plaskett Hearne
Sep 22, 2026
Patty Hearne, 83 of King City passed away on Tuesday, September 22, 2026 at Salinas Valley Memorial Hospital.
Patricia “Patty” Ellen Plaskett Hearne, affectionately known as “Nana” to her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, rancher, adventurer, storyteller, and friend. She lived a full and vibrant life, surrounded by family...
Sharon Kaye Taylor
Sep 18, 2026
Sharon Kaye Taylor, 80 of Atascadero, Calif. passed away Sept. 18, 2026 in San Luis Obispo, Calif.
Sharon was born In Atascadero Calif. in October 1945 to Ralph & Ilene Rowlett Cropper who preceded her in death.
In 1963 she graduated from Atascadero High School. That same year she married the love of her life, John Z. Taylor.
Sharon attended the San Jacinto...
Peggy Marie Akers Westberg
Sep 13, 2026
On May 28, 1951, Peggy Marie Akers came into this world in Bakersfield, California, to Tom and Sue Akers. The nurturing, tight-knit bond forged among Peggy, her brothers Tommy and John, her sister Alyce, and her loving parents was lifelong and unbreakable, supporting each other through life’s difficulties and celebrating its joys. It comes as no surprise that she built...
Virginia Rodriguez Gonzalez
Sep 11, 2026
Virginia Rodriguez Gonzalez, 82 of King City passed away September 11, 2026 at her home with her family by her side. She was born May 21, 1944 in Concepcion Del Oro, Zacatecas, Mexico.
SERVICE INFORMATION:
A Visitation will be held, 5pm to 8pm, Monday, September 14, 2026 at Eddington Funeral Chapel
A Recitation of the Rosary will be held, 6pm, Monday, September 14,...
Evangelina Landeros De Armenta
Sep 1, 2026
Evangelina Landeros De Armenta, 80 of Salinas passed away, Tuesday September 1, 2026. She was born May 5, 1946 in the state of Guanajuato, Mexico.
SERVICES:
A Funeral Mass will be held, 10:00 a.m., Friday, September 11, 2026 at Cristo Rey Catholic Church, 240 Calle Cebu, Salinas, CA 939
Burial will follow in the Queen of Heaven Cemetery, 18200 Damian Way, Salinas, CA...
Jesus Rogelio Ramirez Rojas
Aug 24, 2026
Jesus Rogelio Ramirez Rojas, 36 of King City, passed away, Monday, August 24, 2026. He was born August 22, 1990 in Salinas, California.
He loved playing football. In high school, he played quarterback. He was a 49er fan. He loved to dance and listen to music. He enjoyed playing soccer and was a fan of the Manchester United Soccer Club.
Jesus is...
Elizabeth Libby Rivera
Aug 21, 2026
Elizabeth Libby Rivera was born on January 18, 1954, and passed away on August 21, 2026.
She was 72. She was born in Mexicali, Baja California, Mexico. She resided in Salinas, California for 44 years.
Her work history included agricultural laborer, office clerk, stylist, income tax preparer, and homemaker.
She earned an associate's degree in accounting from Hartnell College. While she was mentally...
Omar Tellitud Chavez
Aug 23, 2026
Omar Tellitud Chavez was born on March 1st, 1984 in King City, CA, and passed away on August 23rd, 2026 at the age of 42.
Omar had personality all his own- full of character, emotion, and charisma. He had a way of making life more interesting and leaving people with stories they would never forget. Omar’s time with us was far...
Elvia C. Hernandez
Aug 15, 2026
Elvia Covarrubias Hernandez, 60 of King City passed away on Saturday, August 15, 2026 at her home with her family by her side. She was born, January 25, 1966 in Baja California, Mexico.
Elvia has been a resident of Monterey County for more than 40 years. She worked as a special education school bus driver for the South Monterey County Joint...
Froilan Barerra Gonzalez
Aug 8, 2026
Froilan Barerra Gonzalez, 91 of King City passed away, August 8, 2026 in King City at his home. He was born October 5, 1934 in Donna, Texas.
He was employed with Basic American Foods, Inc. for 37 years. He also worked as a handyman as a Brick Layer and Tile Cutter for many years.
Froilan enjoyed walking to the park, playing card...
Henry P. Garcia
Jul 31, 2026
Henry P. Garcia (Kike), a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away on July 31, 2026, just days before his 70th birthday. He was born on August 3, 1956, in Salinas, California, and lived in King City, California, for more than 65 years of his life. A proud graduate of King City High School’s Class of 1974, Henry...
Ryan Steven Chaney
Jul 21, 2026
Ryan S. Chaney passed away on July 21 at the age of 36 in Beaverton, Oregon. He was born on June 3, 1990. He grew up in King City where he graduated elementary school from San Antonio Union School and High School, from Monterey County Home School and attended Hartnell and Cuesta College.
He entered the US Air Force as an...
James R. Benadom
Jul 6, 2026
James "Jim" Richard Benadom, 82 of King City passed away on Monday, July 6, 2026. He was born September 16, 1943 in King City.
After graduating from high school Jim entered the US Navy. After that he became a lifelong Cowboy.
He is survived by his children and their spouses, Kelly and Larry Sonnenschein, Shawn Benadom, Shane and Kelly Benadom; sister, Lyn...
