Obituaries

Jerald Walter McLaughlin

Jerald Walter McLaughlin

May 4, 2025

 Jerald “Jerry” Walter McLaughlin, a devoted husband, loving father, proud grandfather, and lifelong Sacramentan, passed away peacefully at his Elk Grove home on May 4, 2025, at the age of 79.

Born in Sacramento on November 5, 1945, to Walter and Cecilia McLaughlin, Jerry's life was deeply rooted in the city he loved. Jerry attended Holy Spirit School and graduated from...

Joyce Beverly Belke

Joyce Beverly Belke

May 3, 2025

Sacramento native, Joyce B. Belke has passed away at the age of 98. Joyce was born in 1926 to George & Vera DeGroft. She attended David Lubin, Kit Carson, Sac High and Sacramento City College. Joyce worked as a bookkeeper with Dolan Lumber until she met and married Ken Belke in 1950. They enjoyed a long and happy marriage of...

Esther M. Garcia

Esther M. Garcia

May 2, 2025

In Loving Memory of Esther M. Garcia, Devoted Wife, Loving Mother, Proud Grandmother, and Lifelong Sacramentan.Esther M. Garcia passed away peacefully on Friday, May 2, 2025, at the age of 73, surrounded by the love she so freely gave in her lifetime. A proud lifelong resident of Sacramento, Esther leaves behind a legacy of strength, faith, humor, and unconditional love.Born...

Janes Major Heggli

Janes Major Heggli

May 1, 2025

Our brother, Jim passed away in his sleep last month. This came as a great shock as he was recently retired, an active golfer and very industrious with many home improvement projects.Loved by many, James Major Heggli was born in Sacramento on October 23, 1959. His parents, Frank and Honorene welcomed little Jimmy into a home that already included a...

Peter Kirby

Peter Kirby

2025

It is with deep sadness that we announce the death of Peter Kirby, age 75, of Sacramento, CA. Unfortunately, Peter recently suffered a severe stroke from which he never recovered.

Peter was born in Queens, NY, to Cornelius and Anne Kirby. He spent his early childhood in Queens, NY, and Montclair, NJ. Additionally, the family lived in Egypt and New Orleans.

He...

Harriet Yvonne Trieskey

Harriet Yvonne Trieskey

Apr 29, 2025

With great sadness, the family of Harriet Trieskey announces her passing on April 29, 2025, in Sacramento, California. Harriet, a long-time resident of Chandler, AZ, had been in Portland celebrating her mother’s 99th birthday. On the way home, Harriet lost her long, hard-fought battle against cancer.

Harriet’s unquenchable spirit, gift for friendship, and zest for life will be remembered by all...

Alfonso Charles Matinog

Alfonso Charles Matinog

Apr 27, 2025

Alfonso Charles Matinog, born on November 28, 1936 in Philadelphia, PA lived a fulfilling 88 years before passing away on April 27, 2025 in Sacramento, CA. He was the first child born to Alexander Matinog and Ida Sassani.

Al, as he was affectionately called, was a tireless champion of immigrant rights attested to by his 50 years long career as an...

Beverly B. Deary

Beverly B. Deary

Apr 18, 2025

Beverly Barnes Deary, a cherished woman known for her kindness, warmth, and generosity, passed away peacefully on Friday, April 18, 2025, at the age of 90. She was surrounded by the love, prayers, and comforting presence of her family.Beverly is survived by her devoted children, Deborah Orebaugh (Paul), Michael Deary (Lori), Timothy Deary (Juliane), Shannon Deary-Bell (Bradley), and honorary son,...

Alan Lee Watson

Alan Lee Watson

Apr 17, 2025

Alan Lee Watson will be laid to rest at Sacramento Valley National Cemetery - 5810 Midway Road, Dixon, CA 95620.

Richard James Balestreri

Richard James Balestreri

Apr 5, 2025

Richard "Rich" James Balestreri, 72, of Sacramento, passed away suddenly on Saturday, April 5, 2025, while participating in a cycling event in Amador County. In a heartbreaking yet fitting moment, Rich left this world doing what he loved - riding on the open road, tackling each climb and descent with the same passion and vitality he brought to every part...

Ken Eugene Rowert

Ken Eugene Rowert

Mar 30, 2025

Ken Rowert has finally sailed from this life and on to Heaven to meet up with his brother Ron, friends and family. He had a wonderful sense of humor, keen wisdom and charm and an engaging personality that drew people to him wherever he went. He almost always wore a black cowboy hat; white cowboy boots, a nice western shirt...

Stephen Frederick Tholcke

Stephen Frederick Tholcke

Mar 27, 2025

It is with great sadness that we share the death of Stephen Frederick Tholcke. Steve died peacefully at home on March 27, 2025. He was a loving husband, son, brother, brother-in-law, uncle, and friend. Everyone who knew him was blessed by his kindness and care for them. Steve was born on August 20, 1959, in Napa to Frederick and Patricia...

Aaron Joshua McGowan

Aaron Joshua McGowan

Mar 21, 2025

Aaron McGowan, beloved father to Travis and Jake, passed away March 21, 2025 in Sacramento. He was 40 years of age surrounded by his sons and mother. 

He was born June 5, 1984 in Carmichael, California. He enjoyed music and playing guitar. His greatest pleasure were his children and taking them on trips.

He had a wonderful sense of humor, was intelligent...

Kathie Heringer

Kathie Heringer

Mar 20, 2025

Kathie Heringer, beloved resident of Wawona in Yosemite National Park, California, passed away peacefully on March 20, 2025, at the age of 76.

Kathie was a cherished daughter, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend. Born and raised in Dos Palos California, Kathie graduated from CSU Fresno and married Wayne Heringer on the grounds of the Ahwahnee Hotel in Yosemite. She lived an...

Brigadier General Jerome Nikolai Hoberg

Brigadier General Jerome Nikolai Hoberg

Mar 17, 2025

It is with profound sorrow that we announce the passing of General Jerome Nikolai Hoberg on March 17, 2025. A remarkable man with a distinguished career, he served as an officer and a decorated pilot in the United States Air Force and in the California Air National Guard. Jerome was also an esteemed architectural designer and builder. His legacy of...

Dorothy Ann Patellos

Dorothy Ann Patellos

Mar 11, 2025

Dorothy Ann Patellos (Sohrakoff) peacefully passed on to her eternal home to be with our Lord and her beloved husband John on March 11, 2025. She was born in Colusa California on November 22, 1928, the youngest of 9 children. She is predeceased by her father and mother, Paul and Anna Sohrakoff as well as by all of her siblings,...

Donald E. Moffitt

Donald E. Moffitt

Mar 7, 2025

Donald (Donnie) Moffitt was born on May 11, 1947 and resided at 3761 Jefferey Avenue in Sacramento California most all of his life. He was 77 years old when he lost his battle with kidney disease on March 7, 2025. 

His parents were Donald & Melita (Millie) Moffitt. Donnie also had a sister named Sharon (Moffitt) Guy. Donnie & Sharon were...

Kwok Leung Cheung

Kwok Leung Cheung

Mar 7, 2025

Kwok Leung Cheung passed away peacefully on March 6th 2025. He is survived by his daughter Priscilla Cheung, son Tak Ken Cheung, son-in-law Peter Wong, grandsons Lok Chan and Timothy Wong. He was predeceased by his wife Suk Fong Chung, daughter Jody Cheung, and son Tak Hong Cheung.Kwok, age 89, originally from Taishan, China, built a life across multiple countries....

Dee Dee (Linda Marie Gliebe) Lehe

Dee Dee (Linda Marie Gliebe) Lehe

Mar 6, 2025

Dee Dee Lehe, most cherished wife, mother and friend, passed away peacefully in her home on March 6th, 2025. She is survived by her husband of 48 years, Robert Lehe, and her son, Sean and his wife, Emily. She is again reunited in spirit with her son Matthew Neal, whom passed in 2011.

Dee Dee was born and raised in Sacramento...

Charles William Cook

Charles William Cook

Mar 6, 2025

We are proud of him and his accomplishments; kind and cherished son, father, grandfather, uncle and friend. Highly intelligent, Air Force Vet, first Black engineer hired by Hewlett Packard in 1957, distinguished career, mentor to many, avid fisherman, backpacker, tennis player and traveller.

- We love you Dad