Timothy Leon Pellissier passed away peacefully at his home in Merced, CA on May 18th, 2022. Tim is survived by his wife of 54 years, Linda Nordman Pellissier, his daughter Tiffanie Mooney (James) of Viera Florida, his son Timothy Leon Pellissier, Jr. of Merced, his beloved grandchildren, grandson Tanner and grand-daughters Elise and Reagan Pellissier.
Tim was preceded in death by his father Leon Pellissier; mother June Pellissier Kimberling; brother Donnie Pellissier and sister in-law Marty Pellissier. His surviving siblings are sister Barbara June Pellissier and brother Dennis Pellissier (Rene.)
Born in Merced in 1949, Tim lived there his entire life, graduating from Merced Union High School, class of 1967. He was handed the reins of the family farming business at a young age and rose to the occasion! Pellissier Farms thrived under his leadership as he continued the efforts of the founding partners, his grandfather Vital, father Leon and uncle Jean, expanding its land and increasing its output. Tim was open to innovative practices in farming, he was dedicated to row crops in the beginning but later transitioned and diversified into growing almonds. Generally recognized as a natural leader, Tim was elected to the Merced Irrigation District (MID) Board of Directors from 1991 to 2014 and during that time served one term as Board President.
Tim was an avid outdoorsman who loved fishing and hunting with his friends and family. He loved golf and was a member as well as board member of the Merced Golf and Country Club. He especially cherished his golf adventures with the 'BOINKers' and golf outings to Monterey, Santa Cruz and Arizona with close friends. Aside from golf, his biggest sports passion was following the San Francisco Giants baseball team.
Tim will always be remembered for his generosity, leadership in the community, his wisdom as a mentor and good friend to many. He will especially be remembered for his natural ability to cook anything and everything and is known beyond the county lines for his 'Lamb Shanks and Beans.' Being a long-time member of the Elks Lodge, his lamb shanks were the staple of Frenchmen's Night each year! Tim was honored as well to be invited to serve as a member of The Committee of 15, a businessman's organization that raised funds for community needs, dating back to the mid-century.
A great and loyal friend, Tim was always there to lend a hand in times of need. He extended the 70 year plus tradition of celebrating Thanksgiving with the Pellissier/Favier families by contributing his cooking skills, resulting in much appreciated holiday meals, often cooking for over one hundred family members and friends that came from all over the country. Tremendously proud of his French Heritage, Tim travelled with his family to Ancelle, France in 2013 to visit the village where his grandfather, Vital, was born and reconnected with several of his French relatives.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you kindly consider sending donations to Hinds Hospice, The American Heart Association or The American Cancer Society in Tim's name.
A Celebration of Life will be held at Pellissier Farms on June 4th, 2022, from 12 Noon to 4 PM.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.stratfordevansfunerals.com for the Pellissier family.
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