Greater Sacramento, Placer, El Dorado and Yolo County Obituaries

2025

Mitchell Alexander was born on February 20, 1948 in Detroit, Michigan to Robert and Lillian Alexander. He died peacefully in his home with his wife, Heidi on February 26, 2025. He was 77 years old. Mitch grew up in Detroit, and after high school, he worked in various positions in the auto industry. He moved up to Mount Pleasant in...

Feb 25, 2025

Clarine “Babe” Jacklyn Busick

August 13, 1937 – February 25, 2025

Clarine "Babe" Jacklyn Busick, 87, of Carmichael, California, passed away peacefully on February 25, 2025, surrounded by her family. She was born on August 13, 1937, in Greeley, Colorado, to Clarence and Helen Kenney. At the age of three, her family moved to Venice, California, where she spent her childhood and...

Feb 25, 2025

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It is with heavy hearts that we announce that Cecelia “Cece” Marcelina Peralta Roselli (07/02/1932-02/21/2025) passed away at the age of 92, leaving behind a legacy of love, strength, and dedication to her family. She was the last surviving member of 13 siblings and cherished her large family throughout her life. 

Cecelia was a proud mother to her four children—Karen, Rob,...

Feb 18, 2025

Kelly Hunley passed away on February 18, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Although there is a huge hole in our hearts, we find comfort in knowing she is in heaven with our Lord Jesus Christ. Her unwavering faith in God guided her through life's challenges and inspired those who knew her.

Kelly was born in Sacramento on May 11, 1983, where...

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Dianne Deardorff (aka Marion Dianne Starr, Dianne Breden, Dianne Curtis and Dianne Curtis-Deardorff) passed away peacefully on February 18, 2025, in Lincoln, California, after bravely facing 3 1/2 months of home hospice care resulting from a brain tumor diagnosed as lymphoma. Born on July 9, 1939 in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada, she was the daughter of Herb and Marion (Barker) Starr. 

Dianne...

Feb 18, 2025

Nancy Rose Westlund, beloved wife of John, mother of Kim and Brian, and grandmother to Amber and Jessie, passed away peacefully on February 18, surrounded by her love ones. 

Born in Waterloo, Iowa, she graduated from Drake University with a bachelor’s degree in education and a teaching credential. In 1965, she drove to California in her blue Pontiac Tempest convertible, embracing...

Feb 17, 2025

Darrin Michael Schilling

November 15, 1964 – February 17, 2025

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Darrin Michael Schilling on February 17, 2025, at the age of 60. Darrin was a man of quiet strength and surprising resilience, facing life’s hardships with a stubborn determination that carried him through even the toughest times.

Born on November 15, 1964, Darrin had a...

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Feb 14, 2025

Gerald L. Jones (Jerry), 84, passed on February 14, 2025, with his wife at his side in Fair Oaks, CA, due to Parkinson Disease. He was born in Sacramento County, but grew up in Los Angeles, CA. He served in the U.S. Navy Air, completed 25 years of State Service as an Analyst for CA Victims of Violent Crimes and...

Feb 13, 2025

James Joseph (Jim) Fitzgerald died on February 13, 2025. Jim was born on December 29, 1951 and was a lifelong resident of Sacramento. He was a graduate of Jesuit High School and San Diego State. He was employed as a buyer for Mid Valley Surgical for many years. He was an active member of the Timberlake Condo Association, where he...

Feb 13, 2025

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Feb 10, 2025

In Loving Memory of Cleophus Cotton

March 3, 1945 – February 10, 2025

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Cleophus Cotton, who left this world on February 10, 2025, at the age of 79 in Sacramento, California. Born on March 3, 1945, in Pine Bluff, Arkansas, he lived a life defined by service, curiosity, and unwavering kindness

.A proud veteran, Cleophus...

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Feb 4, 2025

Carmen Ann Denham, 90, Carmichael, CA. Passed on Tuesday, February 4, 2025.

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our mother, Carmen Denham. Carmen had an enormous heart and was an extremely caring and giving person to all who she came into contact with. For Carmen, family came first and foremost. She was a caretaker to her...

Feb 3, 2025

Carlos "Carlitos" Alvarez Sr., 63, passed away peacefully on February 3, 2025, in West Sacramento, California. Born on August 1, 1961, in San Jose, California, Carlos lived a life marked by his faith for his lord, love of his family, humor, and an adventurous spirit.

 A hardworking and reliable man, Carlos was known for his unwavering commitment to his family, friends,...