Obituaries

Recent obituaries in Tehama County, California.

The obituaries in the Tehama County area reflect the region's diverse population, featuring individuals from a variety of ethnic, religious, and cultural backgrounds. Some were pioneers in their fields, while others dedicated their lives to community service or philanthropy. Their stories serve as a reminder of the richness, complexity, history and identity of Tehama County.

Antonio Salas

Antonio Salas

Jan 16, 2021

Antonio Salas passed away on January 16th, 2021 at the age of 84. He is survived by his wife, Helen Salas and sons, Tony Salas, David Salas, and, Tom Salas. He is also survived by daughters, Mary Lou Aleman, Mona Salas, and, Michelle Coronado along with sister, Ramona Chacon. He lived to see 12 grandchildren and 19 great grandchildren....

William Lance Garner

William Lance Garner

Jan 16, 2021

Bill Garner a loving husband to his wife Jackie and father to his children Mona, Gayla, Billy, Ken & Mickey passed away peacefully at his home January 16th, 2021. Bill was born on January 5th, 1933 in Eldorado Oklahoma. He was one of five children born to Edna and Ivey Garner. He grew up in Wewoka Oklahoma and graduated from...

Jose Elegio Garcia

Jose Elegio Garcia

Jan 15, 2021

Jose Elegio Garcia passed away on January 15th, 2021. He is survived by wife, Martha Monroy and daughter, Anabel Garcia.

Donald James Benefield

Donald James Benefield

Jan 13, 2021

Donald J. Benefield passed peacefully at St. Elizabeth hospital on January 13, 2021 at the age of 84. Donald was born March 8, 1936 in Alturas, CA, the eldest of four children born to Loren "Bunt" and Evelyn Benefield. Don spent his childhood living in logging camps in Northern California and for years he never knew there were other...

Jo Benton

Jo Benton

Jan 10, 2021

Jo Benton passed away on January 1st, 2021 at the age of 69. She is survived by daughter, Danielle Cragin along with 2 brothers, Ronnie Dean Smith and Donnie Smith. She is also survived by sister, Theresa.

Daniel Monroe Batchelder

Daniel Monroe Batchelder

Jan 10, 2021

Daniel Monroe Batchelder passed away on January 10th, 2021. He is survived by wife, Carmen Batchelder along with daughters, Violet Toney and Emily Atkins. He is also survived by brother, Jimmy Batchelder and sister, Linda. Daniel lived to see 3 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren.

Samuel Robert Smith

Samuel Robert Smith

Jan 8, 2021

Samuel Robert Smith passed away on January 8th, 2021. He is survived by father, Roger Smith and brother, Maxwell Smith.

Inez Ruth Shafer

Inez Ruth Shafer

Jan 7, 2021

Inez Ruth Shafer passed away on January 7th, 2021 at the age of 91. She is survived by daughters, Dorthy Marcella Holt, Florenc Darlene Hoznour, Nancy Alene Bell, and Colene NayShell Enrignt. She is also survived by her granddaughter, Alithia Ruherford.

Richard Ernest Tamagni

Richard Ernest Tamagni

Jan 4, 2021

Born 5/8/42 in Petaluma, California Richard passed away following a brief illness, on January 4, 2021 at his home in Red Bluff, surrounded by his loved ones. Rick enjoyed golf, reading, and swapping stories with his friends. Preceded in death by his daughter, Antonia, father Ernie, mother Ethelyn, and brother Terry. Rick is survived by his wife of 56 years,...

Carl Harold Dull

Carl Harold Dull

Dec 31, 2020

Carl H. Dull passed away peacefully at home, with his wife and son by his side, on December 31, 2020.

He had lived in Red Bluff, California since 1993. He was born on May 6, 1934 in Waynesboro, PA to parents, Frank and Margaret (Oliver) Dull. A private family service will be held. He is survived by...

George Arlis Yenne

George Arlis Yenne

Dec 30, 2020

George Arlis Yenne passed away on 12/30/2020 at the age of 86. He is survived by daughter, Connie Yenne and brothers, Harry Yenne (Anne) and John Yenne. He is also survived by 2 grandchildren.

Sheila Marie Severe

Sheila Marie Severe

Dec 25, 2020

Sheila Marie Severe passed away on 12/25/2020 at the age of 76. She is survived by sons Russell Bevill and Joseph Bevill.

Jeanne Carleen Haith

Jeanne Carleen Haith

Dec 23, 2020

Jeanne Carleen Haith passed away on 12/23/2020 at the age of 87. She is survived by son, Michael Haith (Karen) and daughter, Jeanene Haverson (Kansas). She is also survived by sister, Patricia Fry along with 11 grandchildren and 29 great grandchildren

Antonia Ortega

Antonia Ortega

Dec 21, 2020

Antonia Ortega passed away on 12/21/2020 at the age of 58. She is survived by sons, Saul Cardenas and Luis Canela along with Daughters, Ana Hernandez and Maribel Ortega. She is also survived by brothers, Richard Ortega, Jr Torres, Felipe Ruiz, and, Juan Deleon along with sister, Alicia Ortega. She lived to see 7 grandchildren and 1 great great...

Jacob Walter Black

Jacob Walter Black

Dec 21, 2020

Jacob Walter Black passed away on 12/21/2020 at the age of 73. He is survived by his wife, Sheila Gene Black.

Tonia Dixie Walther

Tonia Dixie Walther

Dec 20, 2020

Tonia Dixie Walther passed away on 12/20/2020 at the age of 65. She is survived by daughter, Rebecca Galusha.

Ruth Estelle Flory

Ruth Estelle Flory

Dec 18, 2020

Ruth E. Flory, long time resident of Red Bluff, died peacefully in her sleep on December 18, 2020, she was 94 years young. Ruth was born to Elwood and Estelle Varney in Oakland, CA on April 4, 1926. As a young girl, Ruth and her family moved to Waukesha, Wisconsin. The family moved back to California in 1941 with...

Kristy Marie Tapp

Kristy Marie Tapp

Dec 14, 2020

Kristy Tapp passed away on 12/14/2020 at the age of 35.

Lena Marie Willis

Lena Marie Willis

Dec 13, 2020

Lena Marie Willis passed away on12/13/2020 at the age of 87. She is survived by sons, John Griggs and Wilbur Griggs along with daughters, Pam Rash and Valerie Griggs.

Charliene Nadine Gleason

Charliene Nadine Gleason

Dec 11, 2020

Charliene Nadine Gleason passed away on 12/11/2020 at the age of 88. She is survived by sons, Michael Gleason, Leonard Gleason, Lew Gleason, and, Pat Gleason. She is also survived by daughter, Cindy Swart.

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