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Robert "Bob" A. Saari
April 21, 1931 - September 12, 2020
Born in Massachusetts
Resided in Salinas, California
Robert “Bob” A. Saari, 89 of Salinas passed away Saturday, September 12, 2020. He was born April 21, 1931 in Massachusetts.
Visitation will be held 1:00p.m. to 7:00p.m. Thursday, September 17, 2020 at Struve and Laporte
Chapel, 41 W. San Luis Street, Salinas, Ca.
Hector Gomez
October 8, 1973 - September 13, 2020
Born in Salinas, California
Resided in Spreckels, California
Hector Gomez, a lifelong resident of Spreckels, Ca passed away on Sunday, September 13, 2020 at the age of 46 Hector was a beloved son, father, brother, and soon to be grandfather.
In his spare time, he enjoyed spending time with friends, playing golf, poker, and of course watching his Minnesota Vikings and Golden State Warriors. He will be remembered by all for his charisma, infectious laugh, and compassion for others.
Hector is preceded in death by his father, Policarpio Gomez and son, Christopher Gomez.
Hector is survived by his mother, Maria Gomez; daughter, Carissa Gomez; brothers, Sergio and Mario Gomez; sister-in-law, Jackie Gomez; niece, Christina Gomez, and many friends.
Visitation will be 1:00p.m. to 4:00p.m. Sunday, September 20, 2020 at Struve and Laporte Chapel, 41 W. San Luis Street, Salinas, Ca. 93901.
Mass will be held 1:30p.m. Monday, September 21, 2020 at Sacred Heart Church, 22 Stone Street, Salinas, CA. 93901.
Burial to follow at Garden of Memories Cemetery, 850 Abbott Street, Salinas, CA. 93901
Louis Alfred Escher
December 9, 1926 - September 12, 2020
Born in Salinas, California
Resided in Salinas, California
Louis Alfred Escher, 93, of Salinas, passed away unexpectedly Saturday, September 12, 2020. He was born December 9, 1926 in Salinas, California to parents Marcel and Marie Escher.
Louis graduated Gonzales Union High School in 1945. After high school Louis joined the United States Navy and was a Seaman First Class on the USS Chikaskia (AO-54). He recently attended a ship reunion in 2018 and was honored as the oldest living crew member of the USS Chikaskia in attendance.
While visiting his mother in the hospital after a surgery, Louis met his life-long love, Erika, who he married in 1966. The couple was married for 47 years until Erika’s death in 2013. They enjoyed spending time together at the ranch, often picnicking or doing yard work, traveling to various vacations and visiting Erika’s family in Germany. Erika was the love of his life, they are now joined again to spend eternity together.
Louis worked for Granite Construction for 37 years before retiring and still joked about his occupation by often replying when asked how he was doing “pretty good for a boogered up ol’ truck driver.”
Louis loved being at his ranch outside of Gonzales. He enjoyed hunting, cutting wood, helping his friends with their cattle and ranching and he never turned down a good barbeque lunch. Mostly, Louis enjoyed life. He was one of the busiest 90+ year old you’d meet, between going to a friend’s bbq or a club meeting, his calendar was always full.
He was a likable, generous, caring, loving, and good-hearted person with a smile that was infectious. If you met Louis then you made a new friend, because he never met a stranger. To say the least, he was a character, and had a one-liner for any situation and enjoyed getting a good laugh out of people by telling a quick joke.
Louis was an active member of many clubs including the American Legion Post 81, the Sons in Retirement, the Swiss Rifle Club, the Swiss American Club and the Madonna Del Sasso Church.
He was preceded in death by his wife Erika Escher of Salinas; brother and sister-in-law Enos (Gloria) Escher of Soledad; niece Lynn Gianolini of Greenfield.
Louis is survived by his great-nieces Jody, Marti and Amanda Gianolini of Greenfield; nephew Ken Escher; great nieces and nephew Sophia, Alana and Blaine Escher of Colorado.
Visitation will be held Tuesday, September 22, 2020 from 3:00 to 7:00 p.m., at the Struve and Laporte Chapel, 41 W. San Luis St., Salinas, CA 93901. A Rosary will follow at 7:00 p.m.
Funeral Mass will be held Wednesday, September 23, 2020, at 10:00 a.m., at Madonna Del Sasso Catholic Church, 320 E. Laurel Dr., Salinas, CA 93906.
Donations can be made to The American Legion Post 81, P.O. Box 81, Gonzales, CA 93926.
Dorothy "Dot" Lerda
November 23, 1929 - August 31, 2020
Born in Salinas, California
Resided in Salinas, California
Dot Lerda, 90, passed away Monday, August 31st, 2020 a lifelong resident of Salinas, she was born Dorothy Ottone on November 23, 1929.
Educated entirely by the Salinas school district, she attended Lincoln Elementary, Washington Jr. High, and Salinas High School before attending St. Mary’s College of Nursing, where she earned her degree. After college she practiced at both Memorial and Natividad hospitals.
Upon marrying her high school sweetheart, Michael Lerda, the two quickly began a family that included five children. They resided in Salinas throughout their lives, and in 2019 they celebrated an incredible 70 years of marriage. The two of them cherished many close friendships that lasted more than eighty years. She participated in many local organizations, serving on the boards of the Camp Fire Girls and the Steinbeck House, and was a member of Entre Nous, Chamisal Tennis Club, and the Salinas Golf and Country Club.
An enthusiastic and competitive athlete, she regularly won local tennis events, often participating in both singles and doubles. As time went on she transitioned to golf, which became her favorite sport. She scored three holes-in-one over her many years on the links. She and her beloved Mike played golf wherever they traveled, including many trips to the Palm Desert area, and trips to Hawaii.
She was preceded in death by her dear husband Michael Lerda, and her son David Lerda.
She leaves behind her devoted and loving daughters, Kathy (Lerda) Peele (Ken), Laurie Lerda-Plog, (Chuck), Leslie Lerda, and Julie (Lerda) Robertson, (Jeff). She was graced by eight grandsons whom she adored, Michael Leach, (Amber), Nicolas Peele, Christopher Caudill, (Tiffany), Ryan Caudill, (fiancée Hillary Peckos), Brett Robertson, (Valerie), Matthew Robertson, (Kristin), Alex Lerda-Plog, (Britta), and Andrew Lerda-Plog, as well as three great-grandsons, Aiden Leach, Jaxxon Peele, Sawyer Caudill, and her recently-born great-granddaughter Maven Lerda-Plog. She also leaves behind many nieces and nephews and extended family members from both the Ottone and Lerda lineages.
A gathering of immediate family members will occur in early October to honor her incredible lifetime.
Linda Lorraine Ciolino
July 11, 1927 - August 23, 2020
Born in San Francisco, California
Resided in Salinas, California
Linda Ciolino of Salinas, California passed away peacefully on Sunday, August 23rd, 2020 after a short illness.
Linda was born in San Francisco, Ca. on July 11, 1927, to Davee and Carmela DeMartini. She was the middle of three children. During high school she met the love of her life, John Ciolino. They married in 1945 when John was in the service and were married for 60 years until John’s passing in 2005. They lived in San Francisco, Ca. then San Carlos, Ca. and raised 2 children, Sandra and David. The family moved in 1967, when John’s employer, McCormick - Schilling built a new plant in Salinas.
Linda enjoyed working as a sales clerk for See’s Candies as well as being the local Avon lady for over 50 years. She was active in her parish, St Joseph’s Church, acting for many years as hostess for social gatherings after mass. She also was member in Garden Club of Corral de Tierra and San Benancio and an active member of the Friendship Club.
Linda was preceded in death by her parents, Carmela and Davee, her husband John, her sister, Della, her daughter, Sandra and her grandson Jeff.
She is survived by her brother, Victor, her son David (Carla), 5 grandchildren, 5 great grandchildren, 1 great-great grandson and many nieces and nephews.
Public Visitation will be held at Struve & Laporte Funeral Chapel, 41 W. San Luis Street, Salinas, Ca. 93901 on Tuesday September 1st, 2020 from 1 pm to 4 pm.
Private Rosary will be held on Tuesday. Private Burial Service with family only will be held the following day.
In lieu of flowers, please consider giving donations to the American Heart Association or American Cancer Society in her name.
SSGT James Miller Sr.
February 7, 1935 - August 18, 2020
Born in South Carolina
Resided in Marina, California
SSGT James Miller Sr, born
1935, died on August 18, 2020, after a long illness.
Retired after 23 years serving in the U.S. Army, he resided in Marina, CA for 48 years.
He is survived by his wife Janette Lucille Ball Miller, their seven children, fifteen grandchildren, eight great grandchildren, and his twin sibling John Miller.
On Friday, September 4, 2020 viewing will be held at Struve & Laporte Funeral Chapel, 41 West San Luis St, Salinas, CA from 10:00am - 11:00am.
Immediately following, graveside service will be held from 12:00pm -1:00pm at Mission Memorial Park, 1915 Ord Grove Ave., Seaside, CA.
Alejandro Ruacho Jr.
July 10, 1990 - August 28, 2020
Born in Salinas, California
Resided in Salinas, California
Alejandro Ruacho Jr, a resident of Salinas, passed away on Friday August 28, 2020 at the age of 30. He was a victim of a shooting and died of his injuries.
Alejandro is survived by his mother Patricia Monserrat Heribes, his older brothers Bicente Carrasco, Omar Perez and Daniel Ruacho, his older sister America Ruacho Cleary, and his niece Camilla Florentina Cleary. As well as many half brothers and sister. Alejandro is preceded in death by Alejandro Torres Ruacho.
Alejandro was born in Salinas, California on July 10, 1990 to Alejandro Torres Ruacho and Patricia Monserrat Heribes.
Alejandro was an avid wrestler at El Saudal Middle School and later attended Alisal High School However at the young age of 15, Alejandro had suffered a head injury that rendered him disabled. Even with his disablity he enjoyed riding his bike, gardening, playing video games, and drawing.
Family and friends remember Alejandro as a funny, honest and charismatic person. He had a really big heart and he was a very giving person. He never hesisted to help people in need.
Alejandro went by the name Alex. He was a very caring and beloved brother and son He was an amazing Uncle to his only niece Camilla who enjoyed playing peek-a-boo and catch. He will be deeply missed by his friends, family and all who knew him.
Viewing will be held Monday 2:00pm to 6:00 pm on September 7, 2020 at the Struve and Laporte Chapel, 41 W. San Luis Street, Salinas, CA. 93901.
The funeral service will be held Tuesday at 9:30 am on September 8th, 2020 at the Sacred Heart Church, , 22 Stone Street, Salinas, CA. 93901.
Burial will follow at Queen of Heaven Cemetery arrangements are by his sister America Ruacho Cleary.
The family wishes to thank everyone for their love and support during this difficult time.
