Merced, CA Obituaries

It is with heavy hearts yet profound gratitude for a life well lived, that we announce the passing of Shirlee Joan Frey, who departed this world on April 19, 2026, at the age of 87, in Merced, Califor...

Julia Eliza Soberanis passed on April 15, 2026, at the age of 90, and was a resident of Merced, California. Visitation will be held at Stratford Evans Merced Funeral Home, 1490 B Street, Merced, CA...

Marshay Deon Damond Wilson passed on April 14, 2026, at the age of 28. Marshay was a resident of Merced, California.

Harvey Raymond Goss 10-28-1945 – 4-14-2026. Harvey, 80, was born in Sacramento, CA to Geraldine Grace Astorgia and Irby Raymond Goss. He grew up in the Sacramento area but lived in Merced for 50 years...

Celebration of Life Mr. Melvin James "Grandpa" Bryson Sunrise ~ February 24, 1936 Sunset ~ April 15, 2026 Reflections of Life A Time to be Born - Melvin James Bryson was born to the late Lewis Bryso...

Con profundo pesar, anunciamos el fallecimiento de Seferina Becerra de Hernandez, quien partió de este mundo el 14 de Abril de 2026, a la edad de 95 años, rodeada del amor de su familia. Seferina nac...

Jesus Aguilar Venegas passed on 2026-04-13, having been born on 2026-04-13. A mi bebé del cielo Mi angelito adorado, mi dulce amor eterno, aunque no estés en mis brazos, vives por siempre en mi cora...

Teresa Scott, 64, passed away on March 26, 2026. Born on October 30, 1961, in Merced, Teresa later made her home in Stockton, where she lived for 20 years. Teresa was devoted to her family and to the...

Jada Savannah May, age 26, a native of Merced, passed away on April 11, 2026. Born February 5, 2000, Jada will be remembered for a spirit that remained bright and uplifting—always happy, positive, and...

Francisco Tarin Jr., a beloved father, grandfather, son, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully on April 12, 2026, at the age of 71. Born on January 14, 1955, he was known throughout his life for...

Mary Alice Mello, 85, a lifelong resident of Merced, passed away peacefully on Sunday, April 12, 2026. She was born Mary Alice Cotta on June 10, 1940, in Merced, California, to the late Joseph M. Cott...

Michael Edward Malone, age 74, passed away on April 10, 2026, after a lengthy battle with Parkinson’s disease. He was surrounded by his loving wife, Judy, and close friends at the time of his peaceful...

Juan Manuel Carreon passed on April 9, 2026, at the age of 37.

Jorge Alberto Martinez Ramos passed away on April 8, 2026, at the age of 39. Born on January 17, 1987, in Chiapas, México to Jorge Agustin Martinez and Maria Teresa Ramos. He was a resident of Atwater...

Lay Khao Saephanh passed on April 6, 2026, at the age of 44, having been born on December 9, 1981, and residing in Merced, California.

Gonzalo Barragan passed on April 4, 2026, at the age of 55. Visitation will be held at Stratford Evans Merced Funeral Home, 1490 B Street, Merced, CA 953416304, US, on April 23, 2026, from 4:00 pm t...

Alejandra Simental passed on April 3, 2026, at the age of 23. Alejandra was a resident of Merced, California. Visitation will be held at Stratford Evans Merced Funeral Home, 1490 B Street, Merced, ...

William Duane Kimoto, who was born on June 19, 1951, in California, died on April 4, 2026, in Fresno, California. William received his bachelor degree and valued education as an important part of his...

Maria de Negrete, age 95, passed on April 2, 2026, and was a resident of Pleasanton, California. Visitation will be held at Stratford Evans Merced Funeral Home, 1490 B Street, Merced, CA 953416304...

Josephine "Jo" Marie Crass of Merced, California, passed away peacefully on April 1, 2026 at the age of 80. She was born on November 5, 1945 to Joseph and Marie Domant in Lucerne, Pennsylvania. Being ...

Judith Ann Griffin passed away on March 26, 2026, at the age of 76. Judith was a resident of Midpines, California, and was born on November 28, 1949.

​En Memoria de​ Maria Del Carmen Vega Nepomuceno ​1959 – 2026 Maria fue una madre, abuela, tia, y prima amorosa, y el corazón de su familia. Fue conocida por su fortaleza, su sinceridad y su amor inc...

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Gilbert Martinez Sr., a beloved father, grandfather, brother, and friend, who departed this world peacefully on March 21, 2026, at the age of 65...

Let’s Remember a Loving, Gentle Giant, Pheng Chue Yang. Pheng Chue Yang was born on August 27, 1985, in Boulder, Colorado, and passed away peacefully on March 20, 2026, surrounded by his loving famil...

Marguerite Thompson passed on March 17, 2026, at the age of 85.Born May 12, 1940, Marguerite resided in Merced, California.

Jose Guadalupe Sanchez Medina, age 53, passed away on March 18, 2026. Born on May 31, 1972, in Mexico, Jose was a hard-working and cherished husband, brother, and friend whose life reflected quiet str...

Kevin McNamara Collins was born in Merced, California on January 31, 1950 to Jack and Carmel Collins. He grew up with four siblings Pat, Cate, Meme, and Ann and attended Our Lady of Mercy schools. He ...

Allen “Butch” Sietsema passed away peacefully in his home on March 11, 2026, after a long illness surrounded by family. He was known for strength, deep community ties, and dedication to family and fri...

Ying Seng Saechao was born July 7, 1947, in Laos and passed away March 10, 2026, in Merced, California at the age of 78 years. Ying was a Merced resident for 43 years. She loved to sow traditional cl...

Rosie passed, peacefully, surrounded by her loving family and friends in Merced, CA the morning of March 9, 2026. Born in Snelling, to Manuel and Emelia Cotta, she has been a Merced County resident h...

Amador Patino passed away on February 26, 2026, at the age of 36. Born on July 29, 1989, Amador resided in Livingston, California. A Graveside Service will be held at Stratford Evans Merced Funeral...

Martin Mora Jr. was born in Sanger, California on May 22, 1992. After his birth, he grew up in Fresno, California surrounded by his family and friends where he went to school and worked for a portion...

Choy L. Saetern passed on March 3, 2026, at the age of 71. A committal service will be held at Merced Cemetery District, 1300 B St, Merced, CA 95341, US, on March 16, 2026, from 9:00 am to 10:00 am...

Norman Edgar James, a long-time resident of Merced, CA, passed away peacefully at the age of 92. Norman was a native of Rabun County, Georgia, but after graduating high school he joined the Air Force ...

Iisaha Eugene Davis was born 9/8/1996 to Keith Edward Davis and Tanisha Michelle Marshall in Merced, California. He was an active child always wanted to do things his way. He potty trained himself by ...

With deep love and gratitude for a life well lived, we remember Clarence Kenneth Beale Sr., who was called home peacefully on March 1, 2026, at the age of 95, in the loving presence of his devoted wif...

Betalina Canela Yanez, also lovingly known as Doña Cata, was born on March 3, 1936, in El Paso, Santa María, Michoacán, Mexico. She passed away peacefully in her sleep on February 25, 2026, leaving be...

David Capron passed away on February 24, 2026, at the age of 74. Born February 2, 1952, David was a resident of Merced, California. A Graveside Service will be held at Lakewood Memorial Park, 900 S...

Jonathan William Bliss, 39, of Merced, California, passed away suddenly on Sunday, February 22, 2026, at 12:49 p.m., from a heart attack due to liver failure. Born on July 31, 1986, in Bishop, Califo...

Charles (Chuck, Charlie) Fennessy was born on August 21, 1929 in Kilrush, County Clare, Ireland, to Charles Patrick and Bridget Fennessy. He passed away on February 15, 2026 in Merced, California. H...

Alberto Mora Garcia passed away on February 17, 2026, at the age of 57 in Merced, California. Born on January 6, 1969 in Mexico. A Visitation Service will be held on March 2, 2026 from 5:00 p.m. to 1...

Yer Xiong passed on February 16, 2026, at the age of 54, having been born on February 2, 1972.

Bla Vang passed on February 17, 2026, at the age of 107. She was born on October 10, 1918, and was a resident of Merced, California. A Special Procession will be held at Stratford Evans Merced Fune...

Maria Felicitas Garcia, age 65, passed away on February 15, 2026. Born on December 19, 1960, Maria resided in Merced, California.   Visitation will be held at Stratford Evans Merced Funeral Home, 14...

Marie-Jane Rohrer passed away on February 11, 2026, at the age of 70. Marie-Jane was a resident of Snelling, California.

Michael James Cullen January 31, 1954 — February 13, 2026 Michael James Cullen aka Gritts, a beloved brother, uncle, and friend, passed away peacefully on February 13, 2026, at the age of 72, after c...

It is with profound sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Gabriel Abraham Hugo Gutierrez, who departed from this life on February 7, 2026. Born on June 15, 2005, Gabriel’s journey, ...

Lisa Ann Cedillo, 67, passed away peacefully at her home on Wednesday, February 11, 2026. Born on April 16, 1958, to Harold and Mildred Nichols, Lisa was the youngest of 4, she would talk to anyone an...

We think back on our memories not in sorrow alone,
But to celebrate the beautiful life of Santiago.
A man whose laughter filled every room,
Whose stories made strangers feel like family. Santiago was ...

With heavy hearts, we share that Joanne Margarite Pereira, lovingly known as “Va,” passed away on February 11, 2026, at the age of 80 in Merced, California. Born on January 15, 1946, in Modesto, Cali...