Greater Sacramento, Placer, El Dorado and Yolo County Obituaries
Manuel J. Taylor
Sep 29, 2024
Manuel Taylor, 73, unexpectedly passed away on September 29, 2024. Born in Riverside, CA and resided in Sacramento. Manuel met the love of his life, Bettylee, when he was 16 years old. He attended Sacramento High School, then married Bettylee in 1969. He served in the United States Army, then worked a variety of jobs in Sacramento, Oregon, and Hawaii...
James Gerard Buckheit
Sep 24, 2024
James Gerard “Jim” Buckheit, 60, of Sacramento, CA died unexpectedly on Tuesday, September 24, 2024, breaking the hearts of his family and friends.
Born in Queens, NY to Joanne B. and James J. Buckheit, Jim was raised in Merrick, NY until his family relocated upstate to Penfield, NY — a suburb of Rochester — when he was a teen.
Thus began Jim’s...
Michael Edward Li
Sep 24, 2024
Michael Edward Li, age 58, passed away abruptly on September 24th, 2024 in Carmichael, California. He is survived by his wife, Rachel, and two children, Mia (age 24) and Jake (age 16). He is also survived by his mother, two sisters, two nieces, and three nephews. Michael was a devoted family man, tirelessly striving to create a life rich in...
Janis "JJ" Houser
Sep 22, 2024
Janis Irene Houser affectionately known as JJ and Nana, was born to the union of John Houser Jr and Sarah Louis Crawford on March 25, 1961 in Mississippi. She is the youngest of four children. She attended Bates Elementary School, St. Bridget Catholic School, St. Alphonsus Rock Middle School, and Beaumont High School all located in St. Louis, Missouri...
John Carroll Davenport
Sep 11, 2024
John C. Davenport of Sacramento, CA, left this world on Wednesday, September 11, surrounded by his family. He was born to Ellis and Mary (Moriarity) Davenport in Sacramento on May 18, 1947. He graduated from Sacramento High School in June 1965. He was called to serve the Army during the Vietnam War, where he was admired for his bravery...
Mark Ryan Garrett
Sep 10, 2024
Mark Ryan Garrett, 51, a dedicated husband, beloved son, and fierce friend, passed away peacefully in his home on the morning of September 10, 2024. A proud veteran of the United States Navy, Mark served his country for 20 years with honor and integrity, completed multiple deployments and was awarded numerous commendations for his service.
Born on...
Michael Steven Meintzer
Sep 8, 2024
It is with great sadness that the family of Michael “Mike” Meintzer announce his passing on September 8, 2024 at the age of 69.
Mike will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 46 years Lorna; children: Brian (Brianne), Christopher and Nicole; 5 beautiful grandchildren: Cheyenne, Matthew, Caitlin, Jaxon and Lainey; brothers: Willis (Betty), Jeffrey (June); many nieces, nephews, family members...
