All Tributes

Carolyn was born to Mike and Mabel Filice on October 21, 1942 in San Jose California and went home to be with the Lord on October 20, 2021. Carolyn was born in San Jose, but moved to Gilroy California at a young age where she grew up and graduated High School. While in her senior year in High School she began to date Mario De Francesco Jr. and they quickly fell in love. Mario and Carolyn were married on December 4, 1960 and they had one daughter - Michelle and four sons – Frank, Mario III,...

Lawrence J. Bernardi, 92 a native and life resident of Madera, Passed away Tuesday, October 19, 2021. He was a member of St. Joachim Catholic Church in Madera. He served his country in the US Army and was a veteran of the Korean Conflict. Lawrence worked as a PCA for Western Farm Service for 30 years. He was active in the community in various clubs and organizations. He served as a charter member of BPOE Elks lodge #1918 and in 1969 was voted “Elk of the Year” at the Madera Lodge....

Roselen F. Silva, 91, passed away peacefully on Friday, October 15, 2021.  Roselen was born in San Jose, CA to John and Nonie Mendoza.  In 1949 Roselen married Elmer Silva and moved to Los Banos and then on to Chowchilla where she raised two daughters and one son.  Roselen was widowed by Elmer and later in life married Hack DuBose whom she loved dearly even after his passing a few years ago.   Roselen was a homemaker, a dairywoman, and almond farmer.  She loved...

Santiago Vanegas, 94, a native of Bogotá, Columbia and a resident of Madera for the last 3 years, passed away on Friday, October 15, 2021. Santiago Vanegas Lasprilla was born in Bogota, the child of Colonel Rafael Vanegas Umana and his wife, Maria Lasprilla de Vanegas, members of the elite.  Dr. Santiago began his studies at the Colegio Mayor de San Bartolome and in 1946 he entered the Escuela Militar de Cadetes where he remained until 1948. Then, he entered the School of...

Our Beloved Vicky Lynn Davis, 62, passed away October 14, 2021 surrounded by her husband, children and grandchildren at Riverside Community Hospital. She was born to Charles Brooks and Margarett King in Madera, CA. It was in Madera where she grew up and attended Madera Schools. Vicky met and married her best friend/soulmate David Davis and together they raised their family. Vicky worked for Lucca’s Restaurant, Kings View and Dr. Anwars (where she retired). Vicky and David relocated...

Beverly Ann Varney March 22, 1930 to October 14, 2021 Madera, CA formerly of Lansing, Michigan Beverly Ann Varney passed away peacefully on Thursday, October 14, 2021 to live with Jesus. She was 91 years old. Beverly was born March 22, 1930 to Leon Reed Blizzard and Ella M. Baird Blizzard in Lansing, Michigan. Beverly grew up in Dewitt, Michigan and attended Dewitt Elementary and High School. Upon graduating High School, she attended Edward W. Sparrow Hospital School of Nursing and...

Antonia Quintana - January 1, 1948 - October 14, 2021 Antonia was the second oldest in a family of five siblings. She was born in Brownsville, TX on January 1, 1948 to Jose and Maria Perez. Antonia passed away peacefully on October 14, 2021 surrounded by her loved ones. Antonia moved to California with her family when she was a young girl.  She attended San Joaquin elementary school and graduated from Tranquility High School in 1968. While attending high school she met the love of her...

Ernest “Ernie” Bracamonte Ruiz, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend will be greatly missed. Ernie passed away unexpectedly October 13, 2021 at his home in Madera County, a place he loved. Ernie was a positive person who enjoyed life. Always supportive of family and friends, his actions spoke volumes of his caring. Willing to help, offer advice and encouragement, and do for family and friends, he touched many lives. Ernie is a testament to the belief that one person can...

Gloria J. Padilla, 70 passed away on Monday, October 11, 2021. She was born to Paula Marin Rodriguez and Armando James Gonzales in Madera, Ca and attended local schools. Gloria was the Office Manager of Anchor Mortgage Company for 27 years. She was a faithful member of Truth Tabernacle in Fresno for many years. Gloria was preceded in death by her mother, Paula Rodriguez, her two sisters Linda Ibarra & Paula Ewing and a grandson Shelton Smith. Gloria is survived by her husband of 24...

Jose G. “Joe” Vargas, 57, a loving husband, father and grandfather passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, October 6, 2021 at his home in Madera, CA. He was born on September 15, 1964 in Toppenish, Washington to Jose G. Vargas Sr. and Olivia Ramirez Vargas. Joe grew up in the Tri-City area in Washington until he moved to Madera in 1988. Joe was a Union worker and member of the Madera Elks Lodge. Joe loved telling funny stories and making people laugh. He loved listening to music and had...