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Robert Salvador Turano
February 6, 1925 - December 27, 2019
Born in Villa Grove, Colorado
Resided in Salinas, California
Robert Salvador Turano was born in Villa Grove, Colorado to Charles Pasquale Turano and Fiorina (Flora) Luchetta on February 6, 1925. He was the youngest of 9 children.
His wife Linda Lane Dobbins preceded him in death November of 1999. They settled in Salinas, California in 1955.
He is survived by his 6 children, Christie Turano, Linda Kay Irvan (Cecil), Marti Jo Hayes (Jim), Rob Turano (Lisa), Lisa Marie Kontillis (Kirk) and Angela Jane Turano. He has 9 grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren.
Bob retired from the Salinas Union School District after 40 years. He was a long time parishioner of Madonna del Sasso Catholic Church. He was also active in the Italian Catholic Federation.
During WWII, Bob served in the Navy on the USS Yorktown where he earned 1 bronze star.
Visitation will be held 1:00p.m. to 5:00p.m. Sunday, January 5, 2020 at Struve and Laporte Chapel, 41 W. San Luis Street, Salinas, Ca. 93901.
Rosary will be held at 5:00p.m. Sunday, January 5, 2020 at Struve and Laporte Chapel.
Funeral Mass will be 10:00a.m. Monday, January 6, 2020 at Madonna Del Sasso Church, 320 E. Laurel Drive, Salinas, CA. 93906.
Burial to follow at Queen of Heaven Cemetery, 18200 Damian Way, Salinas, CA. 93907.
With Military Honors.
In lieu of flowers, anyone who wishes can donate to their favorite charity.
Steven Douglas Azelton
July 8, 1962 - January 10, 2020
Born in McCord AFB, WA
Resided in Salinas, California
Steven Douglas Azelton 57 of Salinas, CA. passed away Friday, January 10, 2020.
Steve was born in McCord AFB, WA July 8, 1962 and grew up in Salinas, CA after his father was stationed at the former Fort Ord Army Base. Growing up a Star Trek fan or “Trekkie” Steve enjoyed all things Star Trek. Attending the conventions, wearing the clothing to putting together models. He made hundreds of them! He had an admiration for the local fire department, respectfully for their courage but also their caring friendships with him You could often see Steve zooming around the streets in his electric wheelchair wearing a fire helmet, en route to visit his firefighter friends, which he did frequently, as well as the Mall security personnel.
He was preceded in death by his mother Edna “June” Azelton.
He is survived by his father Archie Azelton, brother Kerry (Sherry) Azelton, sister Lynda (Ben) Hill, brother Roger (Cheryl) Woods, sister Beverly Vaught and several nieces, nephews and cousins.
Funeral services are private and for immediate family only. Those wishing to honor his life can donate to the American Cancer Society or the Cerebral Palsy Foundation
Perry O. Ligon Steinbach
June 13, 1928 - December 18, 2019
Born in Rockhill, South Carolina
Resided in Salinas, California
Our Grandma, Perry O. Steinbach lived 91 amazing years and was reunited with her husband, Lester, on December 18, 2019, surrounded by her family. She was born to John and Frances Ligon in Rockhill, SC. Her and her two younger brothers, Pete (Delores) and Herbert (Dolores) followed her 8 other siblings (Barnette, Marie, Brownie, John, Carolyn, Joe, Bill, Louise) out to Salinas in 1945. That’s where life began. She married our Grandpa, Les Steinbach, in 1951 and they had 3 children, Debbie Mingham (Joe), Steven (MaryAnn) and Sandy Jeffers (Ron). Gram was proud of her 21 years of work at the Telephone Company, and though she worked hard, she played even harder. There are countless stories of great parties, frequent weekend travels up to our cabin, and wild adventures with the other crazy Ligons. She was kind to everyone she met, never met a stranger, foe or a piece of chocolate she didn’t like. She loved her kids and husband... but we’re pretty sure she loved us grandkids even more- Anthony (Mandy), Elizabeth (TJ), Megan (Kelley), Christopher (passed in 2009), Alysa (AJ), Andrew (Brittany) and Stacy (Rob). She was proud of each and every one of us and her love and support was a constant in our lives.
We added another generation of great-grandchildren and her love grew more than we thought possible. (Tanner, Paityn, Caden, Jay, Karsen, Lauren, Benjamin, Evelyn Brody, Eli, River, Hudson, Emma, Carly, Brayden). Her kids, grandkids and great grandkids were her reason for happiness.
We want to thank Villa Serra for their love and support and Bridge Hospice for the comfort they provided. We also want to thank her brother, Pete Ligon, her sister-in-laws, Sag and Jeff, for their everlasting friendship and love. She was the sun that kept our world safe, warm and bright and for that, we will miss her forever.
She will be laid to rest with our Grandpa on January 3, 2020 at 10:00am Garden of Memories, 850 Abbott Street, Salinas, CA. 93901 and there will be a celebration to follow.
Marion Marie Moore
December 20, 1936 - December 12, 2019
Born in Freedom, Oklahoma
Resided in Prunedale, California
Marion Marie Moore, 82, of Prunedale, California, passed away in her home on December 12, 2019. She was surrounded by loving friends and family.
Marion “Marie” was born to the late Jeffrey and Opal Irvan, December 20th, 1936, in Freedom, Oklahoma. At a young age, she and her family moved to Seaside, California. Marie graduated from Monterey High School in 1954.
She married her high school sweetheart, Donald William Moore, in August of 1954. She is survived by her husband Donald, her daughters Debra Johnson, Patricia Felipe, and Eva Harms, her brothers Frank Irvan and Cecil Irvan, her sister Anita Davi, ten grandchildren, and four great grandchildren.
Marie enjoyed teaching Sunday School and worshiping with the younger generation through bible stories and songs. She also enjoyed baking with her grandchildren, reading her Bible, and sewing. Marie loved having her home full of family and friends, lovingly hosting holiday gatherings and celebrations, but above all, Marie loved the Lord.
A Memorial Service will take place on January 18, 2020, at 2:00 PM at Salinas Valley Community Church, 368 San Juan Grade Rd., Salinas, CA 93906.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Marie’s name to: The American Cancer Society-Sarcoma Research . P.O. Box 22478 Oklahoma City, OK 73123, 800-227-2345 or Salinas Valley Community Church-Children’s Department, 368 San Juan Grade Rd. Salinas, CA 93906, 831-449-2500
Rolando Reyna
June 27, 1959 - January 2, 2020
Born in Brownville, Texas
Resided in Salinas, California
We are sad to announce the passing of our beloved son, brother, cousin, and fiancé on January 2nd 2020, from the Influenza A virus and Phenomena.
Roland was loved by so many. He saw the good in everyone. He enjoyed kayaking, camping, and being outdoors. He loved playing the drums and having fun with other musicians.
Roland was employed at JM Electric, as their Purchasing Agent for 26 years.
He is survived by his mother, Juanita Garcia, father, Ramon Reyna, brothers, Rodrigo, Ricardo, and Reymundo, as well as his fiancé, Connie A. Hicks. He will be greatly missed by family and friends.
Avelino Ponce Ayson
January 7, 1944 - January 2, 2020
Born in La Paz Tarlac, Philippines
Resided in Salinas, California
Avelino Ayson, known to family and friends as Bill or Biling, passed away on January 2, 2020 at the age of 75, five days shy of his 76th birthday.
Born in Tarlac, Philippines, he migrated to the USA in 2007 and has been going back and forth since then. He has been a loving husband, a gentle dad and a caring grandpa. He loved watching sports esp baseball and tennis.
He is survived by his wife of 48yrs, Eufracila, and children Arlene (Dante), Aldin (Marchelle) and Anabel (William). He will be fondly remembered by his grandkids, Danelle, Alysson, Dylan and AJ.
Visitation will be held 2:00p.m. to 5:00p.m. Saturday, January 11, 2020 at Struve and Laporte Funeral Chapel, 41 West San Luis St Salinas, CA. 93901.
His remains will be laid to rest in the Philippines. Announcement to follow.
Shere Lynne Machado
March 15, 1944 - December 18, 2019
Born in Oakland, California
Resided in Salinas, California
Shere Lynne Machado, 75, of Salinas, CA passed away on December 18, 2019 at her home after a long illness.
Shere was born in Oakland on March 15, 1944, and was the adopted daughter of Frank and Anne Hughes of Spreckels, CA. She is survived by her husband, John Machado, and their three children, Robert, Laurie, and James Machado. She is also survived by her two daughters-in-law and two grandsons.
Shere was raised in Spreckels, CA, attending Spreckels Elementary, Washington Junior High, and Salinas High School, where she met John. They married in 1965 and the couple moved to Wisconsin, where their two eldest, Robert and Laurie were born. They moved back to California, to the East Bay, where James was born, before returning to Monterey County in 1989.
An accomplished seamstress, quilter, and long-arm quilter, Shere began sewing at the age of 14. She loved to share her passion and taught sewing, serging, and quilting classes. She was a 4-H Project Leader at both the Club and County levels for nearly 20 years, focusing on sewing and rabbits.
Shere generously supported many local charities, which included donations of quilts and baby items to the Confidence Pregnancy Center and Woman’s Crisis Center, and donations to other favorite organizations including Jacob’s Heart, Wounded Warriors Project, and Heifer International.
Friends and family remember her natural caring and compassionate nature above all, and she was very devoted to her family both as a wife of 54 years and a mother. They also knew her as a lifelong learner, Jeopardy aficionado, and fan of the Green Bay Packers. During the time that her youngest, James, attended the Defense Language Institute, Shere became a local “mother” to many of the students there, forging lasting friendships. She never forgot a birthday and was well known to send cards “just because” she wanted people to know she was thinking of them.
Shere loved meeting people and learning their “story” and was always quick with a smile. All of these attributes, and more, contributed to a life filled with developing deep and caring bonds with many.
The family would like to thank VNA Hospice and Holy Hands Private Home Care for the exceptional compassion they displayed in caring for their beloved Shere, with special thanks to Yesenia, Sandra, Ken, Linda, Stacie, and Julie.
Remembrances to Wounded Warriors Project, Confidence Pregnancy Center, Palma School, or the donor’s favorite charity.
