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Michael Scott Lowry passed away unexpectedly on May 17, 2023. Born July 21, 1959, Mike was a lifelong Madera resident. After graduating from Madera High School in 1977, he was drafted by the Mets and played baseball for six seasons (A, AA and AAA ball) Upon returning home, he became a handyman. Mike was preceded in death by his parents, Huette and Thelma Lowry, and his younger brother, Jeffrey Lowry. He is survived by his older sister, Deborah (Lowry) Mathiasen and her husband Michael...

Manuel Flores Torres, 86, passed away on May 22, 2023 in Fresno, California. Manuel was born on June 22, 1936 in Madera, California to Pedro Torres and Maria Flores. Manuel was a very good, kind, compassionate, loyal and loving person. He kept to himself but helped in any way he could. He worked as a Candy Maker, Custodian, and was self-employed. Manuel had many hobbies that he enjoyed throughout his life. He loved fishing, golfing, playing cards, dominos, boating and welding. He was a man...

We are heartbroken to announce the death our loved one Caleb Tyrel Dennison on May 20th at his home in Madera Ca. Caleb was born in Cortez Colorado to Sandra Beach and Ronald Maestas on January 3, 1989. He grew up in the four corners area, moving to Madera when he was fourteen. Caleb was proceeded in death by his grandfathers Jesse R. Beach and Abe Maestas. Also, his father Ronald Maestas. He leaves behind a large family. His fiancé Janette Larios and beloved daughters Rosalie and ...

Hortencia D. Vargas, 93, of Madera, California passed away unexpectedly at Saint Agnes hospital on May 19, 2023. Hortencia was born on November 15, 1929 in Calipatria, California to Frances Ramirez and Manuel Diaz. Hortenica was a loving mom, sister, and grandmother. Hortencia is survived by her 9 children; Renee Vargas, Frances Diaz, Blanche Martinez, Marian Cortinas, Sylvia Lopez, Jessica Fitch, Gus Trujillo, Jimmy Trujillo, Mike Trujillo, many grandchildren and several...

Patricia Ann Schindler (DiBuduo) September 22, 1946 - May 16, 2023 Patricia Ann Schindler (DiBuduo) was born on September 22, 1946, in Fresno, CA and passed away while sleeping next to the love of her life on May 16, 2023 due to complications from Parkinson’s Disease. Patricia, or Patti as she was lovingly called by family and friends, was the second of five children born to Nat and Flora DiBuduo in Fresno, CA. Patti graduated from San Joaquin Memorial High School in 1964. Thanks to...

Steve Jack Zupanovich (Mr. “Z”) went peacefully home to Jesus, surrounded by his family, on May 17, 2023, at age 92. Steve was born to Jack and Maria Zupanovich in San Pedro, California, on December 22, 1930. As a child, Steve loved spending time on the fishing boats, playing in the harbor, and fishing with his Dad and Barba Jack. However, from the time he played Senor Bandini in the 3rd grade, he had a keen interest in everything historical. In 1943 Steve, his sister Margaret...

Frances Katherine Radoicich, 93, of Madera, California passed away surrounded by loved ones on May 18, 2023. Frances was born on November 1,1929 to Paul and Katherine Lucich in Clovis, California. Growing up on a small farm with four sisters and a brother there was always work and fun to be had. She graduated from Clovis High School in 1947, then went on to Fresno State College where she graduated with a Commerce Degree in 1951. During and after her college years Frances worked as a...

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Raul A. Ybarra was born on August 13, 1927 in Gilbert, Arizona. He was one of 8 brothers all of who preceded him in death, Guadalupe, Edward, Alfred, Robert, Frank Soto, and Ruben Soto, Leonard Ybarra, and 1 sister Rita Ybarra. From Arizona, the family moved to California where he met the love of his life Nacha Gloria and they were married at St. Joachim Catholic church on August 14, 1949. Raul started working on the Fred Russell Ranch as a tractor driver then moved on to Madera Cleaners in...