Merced, CA Obituaries

Joanne Margarite Pereira, born on January 15, 1946, passed away on February 11, 2026, at the age of 80. Joanne was a resident of Merced, California. A visitation will take place on February 25, 2026,...

Jose Luis Quintero Ayala, born on June 21, 1955, passed away on February 11, 2026, at the age of 70. He was a resident of Delhi, California.

David Lee Skaggs, born on March 9, 1949, in California, passed away on February 10, 2026, at the age of 76. David was a resident of Merced, California.

Angela Roman Gonzales, a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, went to be with her Lord on February 5, 2026. Born on October 3, 1943, in Big Spring, Texas, to Benancio and Angela Roman. Ang...

Jimmy Spellins, born on March 11, 1949, passed away on February 3, 2026, at the age of 76. He was a resident of Merced, California.

Joel Jon Knox, born on January 15, 1957, passed away on February 2, 2026, at the age of 69. Joel was a resident of Merced, California.

Linda Joyce Marcos, born on May 15, 1949, passed away on February 1, 2026, at the age of 76. Linda was a resident of Merced, California.

Robert “Bob” Freeman Crites was born November 28, 1936, in Tioga, West Virginia. He was born the 5th of seven children to Roy and Branna Crites. He grew up in Gauley Bridge, West Virginia, and attende...

Ricardo Anthony Gomez, born on October 16, 1981, passed away on January 28, 2026, at the age of 44. He was a resident of Merced, California.

David Teran Salazar passed away on January 29, 2026, at the age of 92. He was a resident of Bakersfield, California. A prayer service will be held on February 6, 2026, from 10:30 am to 11:00 am at Ou...

Charles Joseph Zarate, 89, of Merced, California, passed away peacefully on January 29,2026, just days before his 90th birthday. Charlie was born on February 12, 1936, in Merced, CA, to Joseph and El...

It is with deep sorrow we share the passing of Yadira Socorro Taylor on January 28, 2026, after a courageous battle with heart disease. She went through the gates of Heaven to be with her Lord and Sav...

Samuel Benitez Sandoval passed away on January 25, 2026, at the age of 36. He was a resident of Merced, California. A visitation will be held at Stratford Evans Merced Funeral Home, located at 1490 B...

Honoring the Life of Miguel Angel Jr Gaeta Velazco September 12, 2007 – January 25, 2026 It is with heavy hearts that we say goodbye to Miguel Angel Gaeta, who left us far too soon at the age of 18....

Robert Eugene Richels, a cherished husband, father, and friend, passed away peacefully on January 20, 2026, at the age of 90 in Merced, California. Born on May 2, 1935, in Breckenridge, Minnesota, Rob...

Hilario Cortez Ortiz, aged 61, passed away on January 18, 2026. He was born on December 18, 1964. A visitation will be held at Stratford Evans Merced Funeral Home, located at 1490 B Street, Merced, C...

Linda Jane Tindall, born on September 5, 1953, passed away on January 15, 2026, at the age of 72. Linda was a resident of Merced, California.

Helen Dorothy Mitchell, beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on January 16, 2026, at the age of 97. Born on August 31, 1928, in Artesian, South Dakota, to Ollie and Anna Man...

Choua Thao, born on October 8, 1943, passed away on December 26, 2025, at the age of 82. She was a resident of Milpitas, California. Funeral services will be held at Merced Fairgrounds Speedway, loca...

Teresa Oseguera, born on August 4, 1965, passed away on January 17, 2026, at the age of 60. She was a resident of Planada, California. A visitation will be held at External Service Location, located ...

David Frank Montaño, 73 years old, of Merced, CA, passed away on January 17th, 2026. Born on February 7th, 1952 in Merced, CA. David was the son of Rosie and Fernando Montaño. David passed away pe...

Obituary for Christine Aaron Páez Christine Aaron Páez passed away on January 17th, 2026, in Merced, California, at the age of 64. She was born on September 18th, 1961, in Berwyn, Illinois. Born wit...

Dr. Gregory Paul DiCarlo was born on November 3, 1945, in Arlington, Virginia, and raised in Pelham, New York, by his parents, Hamilcar and Vera DiCarlo. He passed away peacefully at his home in Merce...

Alfredo Junior Chavez, born on July 1, 1996, passed away on January 15, 2026, at the age of 29. A prayer service will be held on February 12, 2026, from 9:30 am to 10:00 am at St Anthony's Catholic C...

Jeanine Anne Spielman, born January 17, 1937, in La Ferté-Saint-Aubin, France, passed away peacefully on January 14, 2026, just days before her 89th birthday. She married the love of her life, Willia...

Nancy Carol Hempy, born on September 15, 1961, passed away on January 9, 2026, at the age of 64. Nancy was a resident of Turlock, California.

Charles A. Barnett passed away peacefully Jan. 12 at the age of 98 and was a well-known, well-liked friend to many here in Merced. Born in Riverside, CA on July 9th, 1927, to Alden Anson “Bo” Barnett ...

After a brief illness, Jose Luis went home to be with the Lord on January 9, 2026, with his family by his side in Merced, California. he was born May 21, 1938, in Sahuayo, Michoacán, Mexico. Jose Luis...

Ana Barajas (Anita) fue una esposa, madre, abuela, hija y hermana profundamente amada. Era mujer inovidable, una luchadora, una guerrera de vida, madre y esposa ejemplar. Estuvo felizmente casada dura...

Roy Chavez was called home to be with our Lord following a tragic accident on Sunday, January 4, 2026. Raoul Gustavo Chavez was born on December 17, 1941, to Juan and Esperanza Chavez in Windsor, Col...

Frank Albert Martin, beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend, entered Heaven’s gates - God’s promise land, surrounded by his loving family on January 06, 2026. In 1967 he...

Leonardo - Rodriguez Alvarez, born on May 10, 1964, passed away on January 6, 2026, at the age of 61. Leonardo - Rodriguez Alvarez was a resident of Winton, California.

Michael was the steady presence his family depended on. He was the one who made life feel anchored and secure, showing up every day with strength, love, and reassurance. As a husband and the father of...

Mey Saelee, born on October 14, 1972, passed away on January 2, 2026, at the age of 53.

Cynthia Renell Blackmore, born on August 26, 1958, passed away on January 1, 2026, at the age of 67. Cynthia was a resident of Merced, California.

Lee Vang, born on November 14, 1948, passed away on December 30, 2025, at the age of 77. A visitation service is scheduled at the External Service Location, 900 Martin Luther King Jr Way, Merced, CA ...

Michael Lester Melendez, 55, passed away on December 22, 2025, in Merced, California. Born on May 31, 1970, in the same city he called home throughout his life, Michael left a lasting impression on al...

Richard Raymond Witt, a Planada icon for over 75 years, known to many longtime residents simply by his first name, Richard. Richard peacefully passed away on December 26, 2025, in Clovis, California...

Nickie Pieper was born in Madera, California on August 25, 1932, the youngest of the Pantaleo and Grazzia Logoluso. Nickie passed away on December 22, 2025 in Merced, California. Nickie graduated from...

Enriqueta Romo Garza, a cherished soul, passed away peacefully on December 20, 2025, in Merced, California, at the age of 68. Born on December 1, 1957, in Wichita Falls, Texas. Her hands, skilled and...

Randy Kent Weiland, born on November 10, 1953, passed away on December 19, 2025, at the age of 72. He was a resident of Mariposa, California.

Carmen E. Onia Racion, a woman whose quiet strength fed generations, passed away peacefully on December 20, 2025, at the age of 87. Carmen was born in Honolulu, Hawaii, on September 27, 1938, the fir...

Davette Alene Fensin passed away on December 8, 2025, at the age of 75. She was born on October 26, 1950. Davette was a resident of Merced, California.

Clorine Lynn Lowe passed away peacefully on December 19, 2025, at the age of 73. Born on July 20, 1952, in Hanford, California, to James and Alice Lowe, Clorine lived a life defined by devotion, stren...

Con profunda tristeza, anunciamos el fallecimiento de Sergio Rodriguez Torres, un amado hijo, hermano y nieto. Sergio será recordado por su gran corazón, su sentido del humor inconfundible y esa sonri...

Paul Bradford Wilson aka PETE, beloved son, husband, father, grandfather, uncle, neighbor and friend. He passed away peacefully at home in the presence of his wife on December 16, 2025 in Merced CA. ...

Willis Thomas Cox, born on July 29, 1938, passed away on December 16, 2025, at the age of 87. He was a resident of Atwater, California.

Glen Stewart Hogue, a loving husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away on Tuesday, December 16, 2025, at the age of 86, at Mercy Hospital. He bravely fought cancer until his fin...

Catalina Uribe de Santiago passed away on December 14, 2025, at the age of 93. She was born on February 13, 1932. Catalina was a resident of Merced, California.

Ruben Pulido Gonzalez, 73, died on December 13, 2025. He is survived by his 5 children, 4 grandchildren, and 4 sisters. Ruben came to the United States in 1971. He lived in Le Grand, California. Ruben...