Greater Sacramento, Placer, El Dorado and Yolo County Obituaries

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Shirley Cosca, a vivacious, vibrant, strong and fearless woman passed away peacefully in Sacramento, California, with all five of her children at her bedside on December 24, 2025, at the age of 91.

Shirley was born in 1934 in San Leandro, CA, to Isabel and Richard Boersig, the third of six sisters (Vivian (d), Joan (d), Claudia, Pat, Sue), and one...

Dec 24, 2025

John Wilcox was born on June 29, 1951, in Casper, Wyoming to James and Joan Wilcox.

A devoted husband, John shared 53 years of marriage with his wife and best friend, Joanne. Together they created a life in Sacramento built on love, laughter, and family. He was a very proud father to his two children, Greg and Denise.

John took great pride...

Dec 23, 2025

Rosemary “Rose” Lacey, age 76, passed away on Dec 23rd surrounded by the love of her family. Born in St. Louis, Missouri, she moved to Sacramento, California at a young age, where she built a life grounded in family, friendship, and community.

Rose attended El Camino High School in Carmichael and later met her husband, Nick, while they were both working...

Dec 23, 2025

Dr. Yi Yi Myint was born to U Nyunt and Daw Khin Khin Ohn on April 2, 1947 in Rangoon, Burma. She was their 3rd born child and first daughter.

She attended Methodist English High School in Rangoon from kindergarten through high school. Dr. Myint graduated from the University of Rangoon for college, and then attended the Institute of Medicine I,...

Dec 22, 2025

Thomas Colin Pactol was born in Oahu, Hawaii on April 28, 1962. His mother Jaqueline Pactol raised Tomand his brothers Brian Pactol, Dwayne Worley, and Brad Pactol. He also had a Molokai family includingTyson Pactol, Taycia Pactol-Kaahanui, and Tirzah Pactol.After graduating from Mililani High School, Tom joined the United States Air Force. He graduated fromthe Defense Language Institute and spent...

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Christopher Eugene Weatherford Jr. passed away unexpectedly on December 21, 2025, in Roseville, California, at the age of 37. Born on October 3, 1988, in Sacramento, Christopher was a man of strong conviction, discipline, and quiet passion whose presence left a lasting impact on those who truly knew him.

Christopher dedicated many years of service to the Franchise Tax Board, where...

Dec 20, 2025

James Allen Hilbert born on 5/2/66 passed away rather suddenly on 12/20/25. He was known as Al or Tumbleweed. He got the nickname from his crew while he fought wild fires for the US Forest Service. He is no longer suffering and is in the arms of Jesus. He lived a simple life, enjoyed the outdoors, was intrigued by how...

Dec 19, 2025

Phyllis Thelma Greenspan, known to many as Pippi, has passed on at 103 years as of Friday, December 19, 2025. She left us peacefully at her home in Citrus Heights with her family by her side.

Phyllis was born on April 25, 1922 in Millinocket, Maine to Phillip Eugene Gibson and Eva Beatrice Sandstrom, both of Maine. Her name Pippi was...

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Sandra Louise (Kelly) Evans, age 81 of Lincoln, CA and formerly of Auburn, WA, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on Friday, December 19, 2025, at her home, following an extended illness. Sandy was born on November 23, 1944, in Lafayette, IN, the daughter of Harold and Marjorie Kelly. Sandy was a loving and caring wife, mother, grandmother,...

Dec 18, 2025

William Edward Englehart, known to his loved ones as Funny Guy, Dad, Grandpa, Papa Yoda, Gwampa, Wilard, and Will, was born 01/15/1961 and passed away on 12/18/2025. Will lived a life of service, both as a rescue diver and a firefighter for over 20 years. He carried his spirit of service into every area of his life, even in his...

Dec 18, 2025

Hunter Warren Sherman

Father, Brother, Son.

Born in Sacramento on 1 August 2002,

Graduated class of 2020.

Survived by his children Willow and Jameson.

Devoted to his family, generous and too sweet for this world.

The soul of a rebellious artist, forever at peace.

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Dec 17, 2025

Myrna Comer, age 90, passed away peacefully, leaving behind a life rich in creativity, curiosity, and love. She is survived by her daughter, two sons, and three granddaughters, all of whom were deeply touched by her strength, warmth, and enduring spirit.

Born in New York, Myrna began her life with a deep love of reading and learning that stayed with her...

Dec 16, 2025

Maurice Gilmore, Jr., was born in Cleveland, Ohio, on November 3, 1954, and passed away peacefully on December 16, 2025, surrounded by his large and loving family. Maurice now joins his beloved parents, Bertha Lee Gilmore and Maurice Gilmore, Sr., in heaven.

Maurice is survived by his devoted wife, Esterly Guillenea Gilmore, the joy of his life. They shared more than...

Dec 15, 2025

Brandon Daniel Sliman, born January 24, 1975, tragically passed away on December 15, 2025. He left this earth and was welcomed into his eternal reward through the gift and salvation of Jesus Christ.

A man of honor, valor, and integrity, Brandon was deeply respected and genuinely loved by all who knew him. He was the kind of person who could do...

Dec 14, 2025

With heavy hearts and profound love, we announce the passing of Joseph Paul Carollo, who left this world in the comfort of his home on December 14, 2025 surrounded by love and held forever in the hearts of those who knew him.

Joe was born on March 25, 1940, in Wyandotte, Michigan. From an early age, Joe demonstrated determination, discipline, and...

Dec 14, 2025

Esther Arce Tapia was born on October 11, 1937, in Mecca, California, to Frank Franco Arce and Isabel Canela. Her family moved to San Bernardino, California, in 1939, where she met and married Emilio Sanchez Tapia in 1953. In 1972, the family settled in Carmichael, California, where Esther went on to earn an Associate of Arts degree from American River...

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