Obituary: Patrick Junior Hernandez
Patrick Junior Hernandez, 79, passed away peacefully on Jan. 8, 2026, at his home in Yosemite Lakes Park. Born on March 17, 1946, in Madera, CA, Patrick lived a full and vibrant life rooted in family, faith, hard work, and community. A proud graduate of Madera High School’s Class of 1964, Patrick maintained lifelong friendships […]
Obituary: Juan Andaverde (1949-2026)
Juan Andaverde, 76, of Madera, California, passed away on Jan. 10, 2026. Born to Ofelia Aispuro and Ramon Andaverde on March 12, 1949, in Harlingen, Texas, where he lived until he was 15 years old and then made the move to California. This is where he met his wife, Sofia Andaverde, and became a loving […]
Obituary: Nat B. Dellavalle
Nat B. Dellavalle, respected agronomist, founder of Dellavalle Laboratory, Inc., and a deeply influential figure in California agriculture, passed away on Nov. 29, 2025, surrounded by family. He leaves behind a legacy of scientific excellence, integrity, and service to growers and communities he supported for more than five decades. Nat is survived by his beloved […]
Obituary: Daniel Vasquez Diaz, March 8, 1943-Dec. 24, 2025
It is with both sadness and fond remembrance that we announce the passing of Daniel V. Diaz who died peacefully on Dec. 24, 2025. Born in 1943 in Madera, CA, to Dionicia Vasquez Diaz and John Torres Diaz. He was raised in Madera alongside his six siblings. He was preceded by his brother Eugene Diaz […]
Obituary: James A. “Jim” Barsotti
Remembering the life of James A. “Jim” Barsotti, a man whose generosity and commitment to his community left an indelible mark on the city of Madera, California, and all who knew him. Born on Jan. 24, 1938, in the heart of Madera, Jim was a lifelong resident of the city he loved so dearly. It […]
Obituary: Maggie Mata
Maggie Mata, 87, of Las Vegas, Nevada, passed away peacefully on Nov. 19, 2025, in Las Vegas, Nevada, after a long and courageous battle with Alzheimer’s disease. Born on July, 30, 1938, in Madera, California, to Thomas and Grace Medellin. Maggie met and married Gilbert Mata on June 19, 1952. They had three children: Gilbert […]
Obituary: Alberto Miranda
Alberto Miranda of Madera, CA, born in Fowler, CA, on Feb. 11, 1967. Passed away Sept. 18, 2025. His surviving family: Wife: Mary (Torres-Jackson). Parents: Ignacia and Francisco. Siblings: brothers Moses, Jesse, Oscar and (deceased) Francisco Jr. Sister: Irene Miranda – Cavazos. Children: Brandon and Rhianna. Past residence: Firebaugh, CA, and past employment, Ardagh Group […]
Obituary: Ernestine Hernandez-Ramirez
Ernestine Ramirez, 85, born Feb. 28, 1940, passed away peacefully in her home on Sept. 22, 2025, with her loving daughter by her side. She is survived by her children, Robert (Adelina) Lopez, Lupe Lopez, Dolores Huerta, Richard Lopez and David Lopez. As well as 10 grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren. Ernestine passed away peacefully […]
Obituary: Carolina San Miguel Turner
Carolina San Miguel Turner, 83, beloved wife, mother and grandmother passed away on Sept. 16, 2025. Carol was born on June 4, 1942, in Sinton, Texas. She had a lifelong career as a hairdresser and was a member of the Madera Avenue Bible Church since the 1970s. She was preceded in death by parents Ramon […]
Obituary: Joseph “Joe” Martin Alves Jr., March 24, 1936 – Aug. 17, 2025
Joseph “Joe” Martin Alves Jr., born in Merced, California, on March 24, 1936, passed away peacefully in Madera, California on Aug. 17, 2025, at the age of 89. Joe was a man of many passions and deep-rooted values. He found great pride in his work as a beekeeper, a craft he nurtured with care and […]