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Candi Murphy
July 18, 1962 - August 28, 2014
Resided in Redding, CA
Our precious, beautiful and loving daughter is in the presence of Her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ,
Candi Murphy, age 52, passed away unexpectedly on August 28, 2014 in Redding, CA where she had lived for the past few years. Candi was born July 18, 1962 in Melrose, MA but called San Diego home for most of her life.
She attended UC Santa Barbara and San Diego City College. Candi was a super salesperson wherever she worked. She was blessed also to work briefly at First Presbyterian Church in Salinas and was involved in Women's Bible Study.
Candi was a fun-loving, positive person with an energetic personality and sweet spirit that attracted people to her. She loved people and people adored Candi. She enjoyed spending time at San Diego beaches, and it was certain that she would be romping with her nieces and nephews, teaching them to surf, or just loving them. She was the one who looked after the children at big family gatherings. Above all Candi loved her family and looked for opportunities to spend time with them.
In Redding, Candi was involved in the Celebrate Recovery program at the Neighborhood Church where she was able to help others and is lovingly remembered by Mary, Bit, Belinda, Sharri and Jodi.
The family is especially thankful to Stan Lacey for his love and care of Candi and to the many people at FPC who prayed" without ceasing" for her over the years.
Candi is survived by her mother Bette Allen and step-father Jan of Salinas; her sisters: Bonnie Schramm (Dave), Diana Tusing (Kevin), Diane Quijada (Ernie) Debbie Powers (John), Janee' Griffin (Robin); her brother Jaimie Allen; her cousins Kim Lane, Ronnie Florence, and Kevin Florence and numerous nieces and nephews.
Candi was predeceased by her father Paul Murphy.
A Celebration of Life service will be held, Friday, September 19, 2014 at 12:00 pm at First Presbyterian Church in Salinas, CA.
Pamela Gaye Runge-DeLa Cruz
March 13, 1967 - July 4, 2014
Resided in Marina, CA
Pamela Gaye Runge-DeLa Cruz, 47, of Marina passed away Friday, July 4, 2014.
She was born March 13, 1967 in Columbus, Ohio.
She was a member of St. Jude Church in Marina, CA. She was an Educator/Teacher for Monterey Unified School District for 14 years.
She is survived by her spouse, Veronica DeLa Cruz of Marina; mother, Patricia J. Runge of Inverness, FL.; father, Gerald R. Runge of Inverness, FL.; sisters, Patricia R. Malinosky, Kent, Ohio, Janice K. Burkot of Bardstown, KY; and brother, Jeffrey B. Runge and his wife Sally of Springboro, Ohio; and many nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins.
Celebration of Life will be held Saturday, October 18, 2014, 11:00 am at St. Jude's Church, 303 Hillcrest Ave., Marina, CA 93933
Memorial Donations in Pamela's honor may be made to Multiple Sclerosis Quality of Life Monterey, S.P.C.A. AFR, Animal Friends and Rescue, Monterey Bay Aquarium or the American Cancer Society.
Funeral arrangements by Struve and Laporte Funeral Home.
Kay Caresani
September 10, 1925 - September 24, 2014
Resided in Salinas, CA
Kay Caresani, 89, fought a courageous battle with cancer but lost the battle on the 24th of September at Community Hospital of the Monterey Peninsula surrounded by her family. Kay was born September 10, 1925.
She and her husband (August) came to California in 1956 from Ohio. Kay was a nurse and loved nursing even to this day. She started nursing at Natividad Hospital when they moved to Salinas in 1956. Shortly thereafter, she became Dr. Charles Doolittle's first charge nurse. She loved that job!
She was a member of Sacred Heart Parish for 60 some years. She taught CCD for several years. She and her beloved husband, August, worked hard for the Monterey Diocese over the years. They helped take the census for the Diocese when the Bishop wanted to build churches for Madonna Del Sasso, Christ the King, and Spreckels. She volunteered on numerous committees for Sacred Heart and after her husband passed, she volunteered at the Parish Office for several years. No job was too big or too small for her to handle. When called upon, she got it done happily. She even wrote the poem used for Monsignor Early's retirement. Kay was a Third Order Discalced Carmelite. She studied for many years and took her Third Order Discalced Carmelite Final Vow on December 31, 1997. Being a Third Order Discalced Carmelite was a way of life she freely embraced heart and soul. It was very important to her and close to her heart.
She was preceded in death by her loving husband, August Caresani Senior, in 1985.
She is survived by her children: two daughters Connie Lord, Madonna Caresani, and a son August Caresani Jr. all of Salinas, and numerous nieces and nephews.
The family would like to personally thank Dr. Jerome Rubin, her oncologist, Dr. Nicholas Chee, her cardiologist, Dr. Harry Nervino, her primary care physician as well as Jeff and Mindy Sherman, from Sherman Apothecary in Salinas, who were always there to answer our questions and give guidance over the years.
The family requests in lieu of flowers, contributions be made to Community Hospital of the Monterey Peninsula, 23625 Holman Hwy., Monterey, CA 93940. In the Memo section note: Cancer Fund, Terrace West, Kay Caresani. The funds are used to enhance patient care in this Oncology Wing. Philip Williams, the Director of Terrace West, the nursing staff, and pharmacists: Dharma Naida and Kim Jones, gave outstanding and exceptional care to Mom not only over the past year, but more importantly, during her final days. No words can express how grateful the family is for the care that was shown to her by everyone. We know she truly appreciated it!
Visitation will be held Friday, October 3, 2014 from 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm at the Struve and Laporte Chapel, 41 West San Luis Street, Salinas, CA 93901.
Rosary will be Friday October 3, 2014 at 7 pm at Struve and Laporte Chapel.
The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday, October 4, 2014, 10:00 am at Blessed Brother Edmund Rice's Chapel at Palma School, 919 Iverson St., Salinas, CA 93901.
Entombment will immediately follow at San Carlos Cemetery, 792 Fremont St, Monterey, CA 93940.
Reception to follow entombment at Portobellos, 1366 South Main St., Salinas.
Maria Teresa E. Garcia
October 4, 1943 - September 8, 2014
Resided in Salinas, CA
Maria Teresa E. Garcia, 70, of Salinas, passed away on Monday, September 8, 2014, in her home with her daughters by her side. She was born October 4, 1943, in Bellas Fuentes, Michoacán, México.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Miguel Garcia, father, Ramón Salinas, mother, Dolores E. Salinas, and brother, Salvador E. Salinas.
She is survived by her daughters, Celia Salinas Garcia and Alejandra S. Guerra, both of Salinas. She is also survived by 5 brothers and 4 sisters.
Visitation will be held 1:00p.m. to 4:00p.m. Sunday, September 14, 2014 at Struve and Laporte Chapel, 41 W. San Luis Street, Salinas, CA 93901.
Rosary will be held at 4:00p.m.Sunday, September14, 2014 at Struve and Laporte Chapel, 41 W. San Luis Street, Salinas, CA 93901.
Funeral Mass will be at 10:00a.m. Monday, September 15, 2014 at Madonna del Sasso Church, 320 E. Laurel Drive, Salinas, CA 93906.
Burial to follow at Garden of Memories Cemetery, 850 Abbott Street, Salinas, CA 93901.
Orva Belle Fasnacht
September 6, 1922 - September 27, 2014
Resided in Salinas, CA
Orva Belle Fasnacht, 92, of Salinas, passed away on September 27, 2014. She was born on September 5, 1922 in Sycamore, CA.
She was a retired Secretary for The City of Salinas School District.
Orva served in the U.S. Navy in WW II.
She is preceded in death by her husband Everett L. Fasnacht in 1996, daughter Nancy Ogletree in 1996, and great-grandson Ashton Maxwell Hamilton in 2010.
Orva is survived by Son's Clifford (Paula) Fasnacht of Salinas, CA; Bruce (Karen) Fasnacht of Salinas, CA; grandchildren Sandra (Clayton) Hamilton of Salinas, CA; Michael (Kristen) Fasnacht of Salinas, CA; Joshua (Tonya) Fife of Meza, AZ; Zane Olgetree and 5 great-grandchildren.
Memorial Service will be held Thursday, October 9, 2014 at 1:00pm at Queen of Heaven Cemetery, 18200 Damian Way, Salinas, CA 93907
In lieu of flowers: Coastal Kids Home Care (in memory of Ashton) 1172 S. Main St. #125 Salinas, CA 93901.
Sue Jamiesson
September 21, 1940 - October 1, 2014
Resided in Carmel Valley, CA
Sue Jamiesson, a woman loved and admired by many, passed away Wednesday, October 1, 2014 at the age of 74. She was born in Altus, Oklahoma and raised in Salinas. She graduated from Salinas High School in 1958.
In her teens she began working for her family's car dealership, Salinas Toyota which was establish in 1965. In 1972, Sue became co-owner with her brother, and became sole owner in 1990 also adding the Hyundai franchise. Sue is a true pioneer – being the first woman to be able to purchase a Toyota franchise in 1972. Sue contributed her success and that of her business to her great employees, many of whom have been with the company for more than 30 years.
In 1988 she married Max Jamiesson. Max and Sue made Carmel Valley their home. Max and Sue shared their love of automobiles, and spent a lot of their time traveling the world on car tours, racing or displaying their vast collection of vintage & classic cars in car shows.
Her accomplishments are many. She served on the Board of Directors for Sun Street Center and The California International Airshow. In 2010 she was inducted into the Monterey Bay Business Hall of Fame. She was chairperson for the Salinas Women's Ducks Unlimited and was honored by Ducks Unlimited for starting the first women's chapter. Sue was an avid supporter of many athletic programs for local youth. In 2009 she was honored by Salinas High School for her generous donations and continued support of their athletic programs. The list of her contributions and support of the community are long. Some of them include the California Rodeo, California International Airshow, Dia De La Familia, Salinas Boys and Girls Club, Sun Street Center, Rancho Cielo Youth Campus, YMCA and Dorothy's Place. In the year 2000 she started "Salinas Toyota-Scion Hyundai's Sober Graduation Car Giveaway". Her commitment to keeping our local graduates safe and sober as they graduate was unstoppable; she donated a new car to a graduating senior each of last 15 years. Her consideration for others and willingness to give back to the community showed in everything she did.
Sue is preceded in death by her parents, Lloyd & Faye Appling; brother, James Don Appling "Babe", and granddaughter, Nicole Harrison.
Sue is survived by Husband of 26 years, Max Jamiesson; sons, Vann Hughes and Nathen Hughes (wife, Nongnuch Hughes); daughter, Natalie Harrison; Melanie Nelson; grandsons, Dean Hughes (mother, Terry Hughes), Abram Smith, Raiel Smith, Alessio Hughes; granddaughter, Ashley Harrison; brother, Lloyd Appling Jr. (wife, Jayleen Appling).
Visitation will be held from 1:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m Wednesday, October 8, 2014, at Struve and Laporte Chapel, 41 W. San Luis St, Salinas, CA 93901.
Celebration of Life will be held at 3:00 Thursday, October 9, 2014 at Salinas Valley Community Church, 368 San Juan Grade Rd, Salinas Ca 93906.
Donations can be made in her memory to any of her favorite charities: Rancho Cielo, Sun Street Center, Dorothy's Place or Salinas YMCA.
Funeral arrangements by Struve and Laporte Funeral Home.
Alma M. Mitch
October 3, 1913 - August 24, 2014
Resided in Salinas, CA
Alma Mitch, 100 of Salinas, passed peacefully into the arms of our Lord on Sunday, August 24th with her family by her side.
She was born to Mac and Jessie White October 3, 1913 on a farm in Highland Kansas.
After graduating High School in 1930 Alma left the farm to and moved to St. Joe Missouri to attend business school, she then to work as a bookkeeper at the Swift Meat Packing Company. It was here that she met her first husband Benjamin Jenkins and had a daughter, Judy C. Jenkins in 1939.
In 1941 with 2 year old daughter Judy in tow along with 2 friends set their sights on California where they landed in Fresno, she then started working at Shell Oil Company. A few years later in 1948 she met Arnold F. Mitch, a Tailor by trade and the love of her life. Alma and Mitch married in Salinas, CA on February 11, 1950 where they made their home and business, Mitch's Men's Shop and Tailor. In 1952 she welcomed their second child Thomas A. Mitch
Alma was a bookkeeper by trade where she did the books for their shop and several other companies in Salinas throughout the years.
Alma and Mitch loved to travel, taking cruises, traveling around the United States and several countries. She loved to camp with her family and was a long time member of Thousand Trails. She was an avid bowler where she played on several teams one being called the Diablo Devils. Diablo was the name of the street she lived on for over 60 years.
She loved music, dancing and having boisterous and fun BBQ's and parties with her friends. Alma was also a member of the American Legion Post 31 Women's Auxiliary.
What Alma was most proud of was spending time with her family. She was the matriarch of 5 generations and loved her family dearly.
Alma is preceded in death by her parents, Mac & Jessie White, sisters, Dorothy Blankenburgh and Opal Droege, Husband of 48 years, Arnold F. Mitch, grandson-in-law Douglas Faas and the very recent passing of her daughter-in-law, Tom's wife, Aletha Mitch on Aug 28, 2014.
Alma is survived by her Daughter Judy Smith and son Thomas Mitch
Granddaughters Julie Faas, Diane (Mike) Page
Six great grandchildren Cassie (Morgan) Rourke, Staff Sgt. Nathan (Amber) Faas, Jackie (Chris) Pozza, Brianna Faas, Sgt. Kevin Page and Kyle Page
Five great-great grandchildren, Ty, Sean & Cooper Rourke, Ryanne & Jase Pozza
Sister Jean Chessmore, Brother-in-law Ernie Mitch, Sister-in-law Sister Dolores Mitch, Erwin Smith to whom Alma was like a mother and numerous nieces and nephews
The family wishes to extend their gratitude for the loving care she received over the past years by staff members at Katherine's Health Care Facility in Salinas.
A Celebration of Life will be held 11:00a.m. Thursday, October 9, 2014 at Struve & Laporte Chapel, 41 W. San Luis Street, Salinas, CA. 93901.
Private burial will be held at the San Joaquin Valley National Cemetery in Santa Nella.
Memorials can be made to the Alzheimer's Association of Monterey County, Katherine's Health Care Facility and Interim, Inc. or the charity of your choice.
