Greater Sacramento, Placer, El Dorado and Yolo County Obituaries
Suzanne Palmer
Jun 1, 2026
Suzanne Palmer (Sue) passed away in her sleep from heart/vascular issues at UC Davis Hospital in Sacramento on June 1, 2026. Sue is preceded in death by her parents Thomas and Betty Palmer, brother Timothy and sister-in-law/dear friend Judy. She is survived by her daughter Tessa, son in law Stephen, granddaughter Betty, sister Ginger, brother Christopher, sister in law Sherry,...
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 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...
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"...
