Obituaries
Viva Ettin Rader M.D., J.D.
Jul 22, 2026
Medical Doctor, Malpractice Attorney, Community Volunteer, Wonderful wife, sister and aunt. ”Viva” vivacious, beautiful, blessed, highly loved, respected, kind, considerate, cheerful, and “brilliant”. She lit up a room with her smile, wit, charisma and sparkling personality. Born in and lover of South Africa she was a proud U.S. Citizen. She recently said: “I’ve had the best ever most wonderful life,...
Dolores Margaret Hastings
Jul 15, 2026
Dolores Margaret Hastings, known lovingly to so many as "Dee," passed away on July 15,
2026, at the age of 92, in Orangevale, California. Born on May 12, 1934, in Sacramento, Dolores lived a life full of laughter, adventure, and deep connections with the people she loved most.
In 1957, Dolores married the love of her life, Richard Hastings, and together they...
William Pang
Jul 14, 2026
Bill, lovingly known to many as Pang or Papa Pang (aka Kwok-Ping Pang), born September 21st, 1954, in Hong Kong to Yuet and Chow Pang, was the middle child of 3. Along with his parents and 2 siblings; Rose and David, Bill migrated to the United States as a small child where he grew up and graduated from C.K. McClatchy...
Charles Jesse Mann
Jul 11, 2026
In his faith, we saw his strength; in his family, we saw his joy; and in his unforgettable smile, we saw the very reflection of God’s love.
Charles Jesse Mann was born in Bangor, Maine on April 20, 1959, to his parents, Charles and Aiko Mann. His early childhood years were spent living in Japan alongside his parents, grandparents, and his...
Patricia Rae Barron
Jul 7, 2026
Mother of Lynne (Kevin) Aguirre, George P. (Leslie) Barron, Gramma of Katherine Aguirre, Teagan & Shae Barron, sister of Jim Maguire. Aunt of many nieces and nephews.
Per her wishes, there will be no services.
Remembrances to St. Mary’s Dining Hall or your favorite charity.
Brett Ian Lynn
Jul 7, 2026
Brett Lynn was a beloved partner, father, son, brother, and friend whose presence brought warmth, laughter, and kindness to everyone fortunate enough to know him. He loved his family with all his being, and his big heart was evident in the way he showed up for the people he cared about—always ready with a kind word, a silly joke, or...
Donald Myron Hilty
Jul 4, 2026
Donald Myron Hilty died on July 4, 2026, peacefully in his home, surrounded by his family. He was 61 years old. Donald was born in Orrville, Ohio on October 21, 1964. He received his Bachelor of Science in biology from Bowling Green State University of Ohio and went on to attend The University of Cincinnati College of Medicine, where he...
Richard Anthony O'Day
Jul 1, 2026
Passed away peacefully on July 1, 2026, in his home in Sacramento, CA. Born in San Francisco, December 14, 1932.
Loving husband of Mary E. O’Day. Son of the late Mervyn J. O’Day and Theresa L. O’Day. He leaves two beloved sons, Richard J. O’Day and Brian F. O’Day and two adorable grandsons, Christian James O’Day and Jordan Louis O’Day. He...
Hermann Edward Lorenz, Jr.
Jun 23, 2026
It is with great sadness that the family of Hermann Edward Lorenz, Jr. must announce his passing on June 23, 2026. He was 92 years old. He was a native Sacramentan. He was born February 5th, 1934, to Hermann Edward Lorenz, M.D. and Nancy Buckley Lorenz. He was devoted to his loving wife, Alberta, and his children, Hermann Peter (Jen),...
Chou Nutter
Jun 12, 2026
Chou Nutter, lovingly known as Akie, 97, of Sacramento, California, passed away peacefully at home on June 12, 2026. She was born January 12, 1929, in Tainan, Taiwan.
Raised in Taiwan, Chou began working at age 9, picking flowers to help support her family. Throughout her life, she sewed clothing, worked in a soy sauce factory, and took on many jobs...
Catherine G. McElligott
Jun 6, 2026
Catherine G. McElligott (formerly Murphy) known affectionately as Cathi to her many friends and loved ones-passed away peacefully at her home on June 6, 2026, surrounded by the family she adored.
Born in San Francisco on July 11, 1933, to George and Themis Christo, Cathi laid her roots in the East Sacramento community, where she lived beautifully for the past 60...
Thomas Earl Franzoia
Jun 3, 2026
Thomas Earl Franzoia passed away on June 3, 2026, in Placerville, California.
Born in Sacramento, California, Tom lived a life defined by energy, determination, and a strong appreciation for the outdoors. He enjoyed Tough Mudders and Spartan races, hiking, fishing, and gold panning, always seeking out his next adventure.
Tom also had a deep love for rugby, where he spent years coaching...
Sandra Lee Bowley
May 30, 2026
Sandra Lee Bowley, 85, of Sacramento, Ca, passed away on May 30,2026 following a long battle with Alzheimer’s. She was born on May 29, 1941 in Nogales, Arizona, to Kelly Harmon and Josephine Pierce.
While attending college, she met the love of her life, Gordon Frederick Bowley who she married on September 8, 1963. While together, they built a life filled...
Vera Jean Ohanesian
May 19, 2026
Sacramento, California - It is with greatest sadness that we announce the death of Vera Jean Ohanesian on May 19, 2026. After an eleven month battle with cancer, including ten months of home hospice, Vera passed away with great dignity and strength and with her family by her side. Vera was the light of her family's life and will be...
Leo H. Schuering Jr.
May 15, 2026
Leo H. Schuering, Jr –- better known as "Butch" -- was born and raised in Sacramento, CA. A standout student-athlete at Christian Brothers High School, Butch went on to the US Air Force Academy followed by Hastings Law School.
After working as a public defender in his early years, Butch's career eventually led him to specialize in medical malpractice defense litigation....
Catherine "Cathy" Lynn Feenstra
May 12, 2026
Catherine Lynn Feenstra, known to all as Cathy, passed away on May 12, 2026, just ten days before what would have been her 84th birthday. Born on May 22, 1942, she was a Sacramento, California native who called this city home her entire life.
On December 2, 1961, Cathy married Henry Feenstra — and as those who knew them will attest,...
Sister Mary St. Michael Myles
May 7, 2026
Sister Mary St. Michael Myles, RSM died peacefully on May 7 at Our Lady of Mercy Convent, Auburn, CA. A Sister of Mercy for 70 years, she was 93.
Born to John and Eileen Myles in Castlemaine, Co. Kerry, Ireland on March 15, 1933, she was one of seven children. She is preceded in death by her parents Eileen and John,...
Gestina Wilson
May 6, 2026
Gestina "Tina" Wilson, 66, of Sacramento and Rancho Cordova, passed away peacefully on May 6, 2026.
Born on March 23, 1960, in Fresno, Tina was the beloved daughter of Chester Wilson and Ocilee Miller. She grew up in Fresno, where she attended Irwin Jr. High School and proudly served as a member of the student body government. She later attended Fresno...
Mary Katherine Vogeli
May 6, 2026
Mary Katherine Vogeli was born in San Francisco, California, on December 19, 1927, and passed away peacefully on May 6, 2026. She was the daughter of Marian and Katie (Povlov) Grassi.
Mary met our father, Lockwood Vogeli (dec. 2004), at a Newman Club dance in the basement of the Cathedral, and they married in 1949.
Her family moved to Sacramento in 1935,...
James Jefferson Waterbury
May 1, 2026
Born to Dorothy Rae Johnson and James Abram Waterbury in Bakersfield. He was a proud graduate of Christian Brothers High School and Stanford University. After university, he enrolled in the Navy, and attended flight school in Pensacola, Florida. An early pioneer in computing, he went to work for RCA after his Navy service. The family lived in Heidelberg, Germany for...
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