Greater Sacramento, Placer, El Dorado and Yolo County Obituaries
Gregory Mark Mueller
Feb 3, 2026
Gregory M. Mueller, 62, formerly of Valdosta, Georgia, died on February 3, 2026, at America River Center in Carmichael California.
He was preceded in death by his devoted parents, Jim and Jeanette Mueller and his brother, Eugene S. Mueller of Valdosta.
Greg is survived by his sister and brother-in-law, Debbie and Brad Smardo of Citrus Heights, California; his brother and sister-in-law, Jimmy...
James (Jim) William McKune
2026
James (Jim) William McKune, affectionately known to his grandchildren as Papa Jim and to others as Jim Bob, left this world on February 3, 2026, in Roseville, California, at the age of 80. Born on April 8, 1945, in Kankakee, Illinois, Jim led a life filled with love, laughter, and hard work, traits that defined not only his character but...
Gerald Yasuo Nakayama
Jan 23, 2026
In Loving Memory of Gerald Y Nakayama
Gerald Yasuo Nakayama passed away peacefully on January 23, 2026 in Sacramento, CA. Born in Chicago, Illinois on June 28th, 1946, Gerald or Jerry as most knew him was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother and uncle. Jerry’s life was a tapestry of love, loyalty, humor and generosity to all that knew him and...
Thomas Richard Mikita
Jan 20, 2026
Thomas Richard Mikita passed away 1/20/2026. He was 77 years old. He was preceded in death by his father Thomas Mikita and his estranged mother Annie Kluga. He is survived by his wife of 53 years Jacquie, 4 sons Andrew, Toby, Tommy (Sarah), and Darby (Santina) and his 6 grandkids, Jacob, Lily, Morgan, Easton, Maverick and Rowdy. He is also...
Michael Lloyd Carlson
Jan 17, 2026
Michael Carlson was born on September 19 th 1978 in Sacramento, California. He spent his
childhood there and attended school at Our Lady of the Assumption in the nearby town of Carmichael.
Prior to his teenage years, Michael moved to the North Bay Area of California. He attended Analy High
School in Sebastopol and would later live in Santa Rosa, Rohnert Park, and...
Mary Louise Brown
Jan 12, 2026
Mary Louise Millar Lidster Brown passed away peacefully on January 12, 2026, surrounded by her family and devoted caregiver in Carmichael, California.
Mary Lousie was born in Glendale, California June 8, 1935, and is preceded in death by her parents Robert Millar and Maude Luft Millar, and her husband Julian Brown and her son, John James Lidster. A loving mother and...
Waldemar "Wally" Stanislaw Lewicki
2026
Waldemar "Wally" Stanislaw Lewicki, of Elk Grove Ca., passed away peacefully on January 9th, 2026, at the age of 80.
Wally was born in Wroclaw, Poland, on May 9th, 1945. He is preceded in death by his beloved Mother Janina Lewicka.
Wally was the loving father to Ela Cacciola and Peter (Kim) Lewicki. Former Stepfather to Andrea Hunley and Deanna Garvin. Devoted...
Sandra Louise Helland
Jan 9, 2026
Sandy Ofesenek Helland peacefully passed on January 9, 2026 after an extended illness. She is survived by her loving husband, Jerry Helland. At her request, no services will be held. Sandy was a dynamic woman who loved the arts, especially supporting music in the local Sacramento area. Donations in Sandy’s memory may be directed to the: Sacramento Community Concert Association...
Brian Thomas Moody
Jan 8, 2026
Brian Thomas Moody, 60, passed away while coming home from work on the afternoon ofJanuary 6th, 2026. Born on March 25th, 1965, in Neubrucke/Nahe Germany, Brian’s life can bedefined by passion, he excelled at many things and whether he was using his mind/body/hearteverything he did he gave 100%. He was a proud father of Sean, devoted husband to Mary, anda...
Brian Rowe
Jan 7, 2026
Brian was a man with many sides. He was an artist, a big kid, an animal lover, and a teddy bear. He loved welding and made many truly amazing pieces of art that incorporated nuts and bolts. He loved just as much, if not more, to show them off and have people ooh and aww over them. It was always...
Steven Phillip Hawkes
2026
Steven Phillip Hawkes, a devoted husband, father, and proud truck driver, passed away on January 6, 2026, in his hometown of Sacramento, California. Born on August 23, 1966, Steven lived a full life dedicated to his family, career, and passions.
For 20 years, Steven served as a Sales Manager at American River Auto Wrecking, demonstrating his exceptional work ethic and commitment...

