- Manteca, CA

Macario Vallesteros Cudal, a loving husband, dad, Tata, and brother went to be with the Lord at the age of 88. He was born in Bacarra, Illocos Norte, Philippines on April 10, 1935, and passed away peacefully on March 24, 2024, surrounded by his loving wife and children at his home in Lathrop, California. Macario is survived by his wife of 65 years, Juana Tess “Ising” and their children, Nena (Kevin) Thompson, Agnes (Paul) Martin, Loida (William) Morrison, Paz (Troy) Nuanez,...

Donald J. Gesek, 88, passed away surrounded by his family on April 3, 2024, at his home in Manteca. He was born April 29, 1935, in Jersey City, New Jersey. Donald leaves behind his wife Joan of 64 years, 4 children, 10 grandchildren, and 7 great grandchildren. After graduating from High School, he enlisted in the Navy. He served aboard the Roosevelt and Midway Aircraft Carriers with the ships company VC33 planes, during the Korean conflict. He later would become a truck driver for Anchor...

Dorothy “Dottie” Mae (Burris) Hammond of Lathrop, Ca., Peacefully passed away on 04/22/2024. Dottie was born 01/13/1938 in Staten Island, New York and raised in Brooklyn, NY.  In 1948 the family relocated to Santa Cruz, Ca in 1948; In 1951 Dottie decided to return to her roots of Brooklyn, NY to be with family, only to return and remain in California since 1956.   Dottie had 5 girls, Denise Bowlin (Shawn) of Boise, ID, Janice Reyes – Deceased (Benancio), Ca.,...

It is with heartfelt sadness that we announce the passing of Adrian Montoya, who left us on March 27, 2024, in Woodland, California, at the age of 47. Born on November 20, 1976, in Texas, Adrian was a beloved member of the Woodland community where he lived for 40 years. Adrian is survived by his, three adored children, Carlos Montoya, Sofia Montoya, and Aviana Montoya and his loving partner Kelly Nobriga. He also leaves behind his siblings, Zeke Montoya and Andy Montoya, as well as his...

Dameon Gregory, affectionately known as DJ, was born on June 13, 2004, in Manteca, California. He brought love and light into the world with his infectious smile and beautiful laughter. Despite facing challenges early in life, as an infant surviving a difficult start, he always radiated joy and positivity. On April 4, 2024, in Manteca, Dameon passed away at the age of 19, leaving behind a legacy of love and inspiration. He is survived by his loving mother, Terilynn, his siblings Jadon,...

Barbara Louise Smith, 72, of Manteca and formerly of Milford, DE, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 17, 2024, after an extended illness. She was born in Altoona, PA on October 26, 1951, daughter of Frederick P. and Betty E. (Glunt) Smith. In addition to her parents, preceding Barbara in death were her brother, Frederick P. Smith, Jr. and Barbara Kay Smith, his wife, and a sister, Mary C. Smith. Surviving Barbara are her sister, Sharon (Donald) Hathaway, and her nieces and...

Januario Mancebo Meneses, 84, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on April 10, 2024, in Manteca. He was born in Terceira, Azores and was the 7th child of 8 children to the late Mr. and Mrs. Jose and Jeronima Meneses on October 7, 1939. To avoid fighting in the Angola War, Januario at the tender age of 17 was sent by his parents to Rio de Janeiro, Brazil to live with his 3 older brothers. While there he became part-owner in a cafe-bar and six years later sold his share to...

  Leonard “Ray” Grever, 77, entered into rest surrounded by his loving wife on April 4, 2024 in Modesto. He was born February 21, 1947. Ray leaves his adored wife and best friend of 57 years Pat Grever of Manteca; his brother David Grever and wife Cindy;  Julie Tuck whom he considered a daughter and her husband Randy, their children; Brittany and Kaitlyn Tuck, his cousins Gail and Joe Freer and Debbie Sparks and extended family he loved dearly.  Leonard known as...

Live feed of the Rosary will be at 3:00 PM on Sunday, April 14, 2024. Click the link below: https://view.oneroomstreaming.com/index.php?data=MTcxMjEyMzI4NzMwMjg5MiZvbmVyb29tLWFkbWluJmNvcHlfbGluaw==   Andres Pascua Cadiente went to be with the Lord on March 26, 2024 at the age of 87. He was born in Bacarra, Ilocos Norte Philippines on November 10, 1936 to Basilio and Marcela Cadiente, the youngest of 8 children. He met the love of his life, Aurora Constantino, at the age of 18 at a...