Greater Sacramento, Placer, El Dorado and Yolo County Obituaries
Judith Ann Babcock
May 31, 2026
Sunday May 31 st , 2026, Judi Babcock was taken to heaven after a nine-year battle froma brain aneurysm which turned into frontal lob injury. This left her with no ability to talkor walk and gradually she was not able to communicate at all.She was born in Wyckoff, Minnesota and was the second oldest of five children to Johnand Evelyn...
Marilyn Lucille Fierro
May 29, 2026
In Loving Memory of Marilyn
Service June 11, 2026 from Noon - 2pm
Brigitte Vredenburg
May 25, 2026
With heavy hearts and profound sorrow, we announce the passing of Brigitte Vredenburg, a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and cherished friend. Born Brigitte Hopfner on January 5, 1948, in Nieder-Ramstadt, Germany, Brigitte lived a rich and vibrant life that touched all who knew her. On May 25, 2026, after a courageous five-month battle with illness, she passed away peacefully in...
Thomas Franklin Payne
May 23, 2026
Thomas Franklin Payne was born December 8, 1960 to Franklin and Autery Payne in Modesto, CA. His light was extinguished on May 23, 2026.
He is survived by his wife, Lisa and daughters Grace Payne and Jessica (Mason) Enderby - as well as his sisters, Lynda Payne, Patsy Payne, and Shirley Brooke; niece, Shari (Bill) Hughes with Hailey O’Hughes; nephews, Tony...
Jerome "Jerry" H. Barak
2026
In Loving Memory of Jerome Howard Barak
Jerome Howard Barak, a devoted husband, father, brother, grandfather, and proud patriot, passed away peacefully in the comfort of his home on May 22, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family. He was 86 years old.
A Legacy of Service: From the Skies to the Screen
Born with a sharp mind and an adventurous spirit,...
Emmitt Emanuel Rayford
May 20, 2026
Emmitt passed away at home on May 20, 2026. He was born to James and Mamie H.Rayford on September 2, 1956 in Gary, Indiana.Emmitt was preceded in death by his parents, his brothers Lester Harvey, Curtis Harvey,Alvin Harvey and James Harvey.Emmitt is survived by his two sisters Christine McKathrine, Marcine Durham, his brotherLeonard Harvey and his children Emmitt Randall, Marquez...
Emmitt Emanuel Rayford
May 20, 2026
Emmitt Emanuel Rayford was born September 2, 1956 and passed away May 20. 2026.
Charles "Chuck" Robert Diehl
2026
Charles "Chuck" Diehl, 82, passed away on May 18, 2026, from complications related to a heart attack he had suffered in 2017. His devoted daughter Gina was by his side.
Born in Dayton, Ohio, Chuck grew up with strong Midwestern roots and graduated from Brookville High School. In 1967, he moved to the San Jose area of California, where he built both...
Glenn Shigemi Toyota
May 17, 2026
Glenn S. Toyota
December 9, 1957-May 17, 2026
Glenn Shigemi Toyota was born in Pittsburg, California, on December 9, 1957, to father Mikio and mother Ruth Eiko (Kagawa). He was the oldest of three siblings and attended Marina Elementary, Central Junior High School, and Pittsburg High School - recognized as one of the valedictorians in 1976.
Glenn attended UC Davis for two years...
Garrett Daniel Kirkpatrick
May 14, 2026
Garrett Daniel Kirkpatrick October 18, 1968 – May 14, 2026
Garrett Daniel Kirkpatrick passed away on May 14, 2026, at the age of 57. Though his life ended far too soon, he leaves behind a legacy of love, laughter, hard work, and memories that will be cherished by all who knew him.
Garrett was preceded in death by his father, William "Jerry"...
Diane Jean Stewart
2026
Diane Jean Stewart passed away peacefully on May 11, 2026, surrounded by love. Her passing leaves an immeasurable void in the hearts of those who knew and loved her. Diane was a woman of grace, empathy, wisdom, and quiet strength whose beautiful presence touched countless lives.
Born and raised in San Francisco, California, Diane grew up with a deep love for...
