Greater Sacramento, Placer, El Dorado and Yolo County Obituaries
Christina "Gail" Shafer Cahill
2024
Christina "Gail" Cahill, a beloved soul whose presence will be deeply missed, was born on the 10th of September in 1947, gracing this world with her warmth and light. She departed from this earthly realm on the 28th of December, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of kindness and compassion that touched the lives of many.
Gail, as she was affectionately known,...
Dorothy Lillian Morris
Dec 27, 2024
Dorothy is proceeded in death by Lillian Bagby Mom, Helen Johnson Sister. Dorothy live most of her life in Sacramento worked for Sacramento County and retired she is survived by her nephew, Roland Johnson and wife, Mary Johnson with with a host of great nieces and nephews and a great great nephews and nieces, she will be missed dearly. Until...
Richard John Mitcham Jr
Dec 27, 2024
It is with the greatest sadness that we announce the passing of our dear brother, son, and friend Richard John Mitcham Jr. Richard is survived by his parents Richard John Mitcham Sr., Marilyn Janet Mitcham, and his stepmother, Linda Ruth Mitcham. He is also survived by two brothers, Ray Mitcham (and his wife, Mary), Scott Maynard (and his wife, Carrie),...
George Sherry Cummings Jr
Dec 26, 2024
George (Georgie) Sherry Cummings, Jr, 70, passed away from natural causes on December 26,
2024, in Jackson, California.
George was born on July 14, 1954, in Doylestown, PA, but eventually moved to California when his
dad, George, Sr., was transferred to the Moffett Field Naval Air Station. After graduating from
Piedmont Hills High School in San Jose, George too joined the Navy. Once leaving...
Howard John Bennett
Dec 26, 2024
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Howard John Bennett on December 26, 2024, at the age of 83. Born in New York in 1941, Howard lived a life defined by his passions, craftsmanship, and an unwavering devotion to his family. He moved the family to Northern California in 1980 where they all found many years of joy.
Howard was...
Agnes Carolyn Cumby
2024
Agnes Carolyn Cumby, a cherished mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on December 26, 2024, in Roseville, California, at the age of 83. Born on September 13, 1941, in Winterton, Newfoundland, Agnes filled her life with love, laughter, and a remarkable dedication to those around her.
For over 20 years, Agnes devoted herself to being a dedicated homemaker, creating...
Charles Vernon Chance, Jr
Dec 24, 2024
Charles “Vern” age 64 passed away December 24th, 2024 with his wife Lori at his side.
Vern was a sports enthusiast from a young age including three little league teams coached by his dad. He was an avid golfer and sports fan of the Oakland A’s, Denver Broncos and the Sacramento Kings. He loved spontaneous and surprise trips to the ocean,...
Dorothy "Darlene" Marlene Haag
2024
Dorothy Marlene Haag, a holistic Registered Nurse who also spent more than 60 years singing barbershop harmony as a Sweet Adeline, died on the winter solstice, Dec. 21, 2024. She was 93.
Darlene, as she was known to family and friends, considered herself a lifelong learner, completing a bachelor’s degree in California a dozen years after she finished her registered nurse’s...
Gerald "Jerry" John Lopes
2024
Jerry (Gerald) Lopes, born on August 27, 1935, at West View Ranch in Lincoln, California, and died December 20, 2024, at his home in Fair Oaks, California. Jerry is preceded in death by his Portuguese parents Maria and Joaquim Lopes who immigrated here from the Azores Islands. He is survived by his wife Germaine (Marsh) Lopes; his children Janet (John...
Birgitta Margarita Ellis
Dec 16, 2024
Birgitta Ellis, 93, passed away on Monday, December 16, 2024, in Sacramento, California. She was born in Stockholm, Sweden, the second of three children to Gustav and Greta Wetterfors. Her husband of 61 years, Russell, preceded her in passing by three weeks (November 23). Birgitta was preceded in death by her brother Jarl and sister-in-law Gisela. She is survived by...
