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Mary Louise (Blohm) Waters
December 7, 1936 - September 29, 2019
Born in Salinas, California
Resided in Salinas, California
Mary Louise (Blohm) Waters, a long-time resident of Salinas, died September the 29th of 2019 at her home in Salinas.
Born in 1936 in Salinas, Mary spent the majority of her life living in the Salinas Valley. For the past 48 years, Mary has been the owner/operator of the Achates Security company in Salinas.
Mary loved traveling, socializing, and entertaining friends and family. She had a great sense of humor and enjoyed sharing family stories. Everyone was welcome in her home.
Mary was preceded in death by her parents Kenneth and Agnes Blohm (Elkhorn/Castroville area), her sisters Patricia Preston (Houston, Tx.) and Elizabeth Saenz (Pleasant Hills, Ca.). She is survived by her sister Claire Blohm (Arthur Schweitzer), (San Carlos, Ca.) and her brother Joseph Blohm (Donna), (Clovis, Ca.), her daughter Kathy Iliff (Ralph), (Chualar, Ca.) and Jeff Waters (Kristin), (Salinas, Ca.). Mary had 5 grandchildren; Ashley & Sean Iliff, Daerius, Lief & Maija Waters. She had one great-grandchild Finnick Iliff, and 6 nieces and 1 nephew. She was also survived by her best friend and companion Carol Lamont.
Memorial Mass will be held 11:00a.m. Saturday, October 19, 2019 at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, 1 Railroad Avenue, Spreckels, CA. 93926.
Memorial gifts may be made to American Cancer Society or SPCA of Monterey County.
Marybelle Bedolla
June 10, 1926 - October 6, 2019
Born in Alabama
Resided in Salinas, California
Marybelle Bedolla passed away on Sunday, October 6, 2019, age 93.
Marybelle Chesney, the oldest daughter of Leslie Chesney, a coal miner and Bessie Chesney, a librarian from DuQuoin, Illinois moved to Oakland, California during WWII to live with her Aunt and Uncle.
She worked as an executive assistant at Royal Dutch Shell in San Francisco for 10 years until she met and married Ernest ‘Turk’ Bedolla Jr. and moved to Salinas to start a family.
She was a member of Entre Nous, Chamisal tennis club and several bridge clubs where she achieved duplicate level playing status. Marybelle also volunteered at Steinbeck House as well as many of her children’s sport clubs. She stayed fit physically and mentally playing tennis, aerobics, bike riding and daily crossword puzzles. Most importantly, a strong community of inspiring friends and families were instrumental in her longevity.
Marybelle is preceded in death by her husband Ernest ‘Turk’ Bedolla, her daughter Claire E. Bedolla, her son Michael J. Bedolla and her sister Bonnie Lou Poelstra.
She is survived by her sons Dennis J. Bedolla of Utah, Gregory L. Bedolla of France, daughter Leslie A Bedolla of Germany, Karen Bedolla (Michael’s Widow) of Portland, grandchildren James Bedolla of Portland, Rachel Bedolla of Japan, Robin Bedolla and Charlotte Bedolla of France and their mother Stephanie Dumas of France.
A memorial mass will be celebrated Thursday, October 17th at 1:30 p.m at Sacred Heart Catholic Church followed by a gathering next door at the Sacred Heart Hall.
In lieu of flowers, memorials/donations may be made to the American Heart Association.
Barbara Jane Coelho
April 3, 1947 - October 14, 2019
Born in Salinas, California
Resided in Prunedale, California
Barbara Jane Coelho a lifelong resident of Monterey County died Monday, October 14, 2019 at her home in Prunedale surrounded by her family. Barbara was born April 3, 1947 in Salinas California.
Barbara was a former owner and bookkeeper at Auto Villa, Inc. for over 30 years. She enjoyed spending time with her family and friends and was an avid cat lover as she took in many stray cats over the years.
Barbara is survived by her husband, Steve Coelho, son, Todd Coelho, daughter, Tami Coelho Massera, son-in-law, Paul Massera, and three grandchildren, Mitchell Massera, Amanda Massera, Claire Massera, brother, Frankie, sister-in-law, Carol Longshore, brother-in-law, Paul Longshore and her three cats Stubbie, Duchess and Olive.
At Barbara‘s request there will not be a memorial service.
William (Bill) Raymond Cunningham, Sr.
March 16, 1931 - September 7, 2019
Born in Ute, Iowa
Resided in Salinas, California
William (Bill) Raymond Cunningham, Sr., 88, passed away peacefully at home, Saturday, September 7, 2019, surrounded by his family.
Bill was born March 16, 1931, in Ute, Iowa to Dorothy L. (Cole) Cunningham and Raymond Roderick Cunningham. He moved to Salinas with his family in 1941, where he lived all of his life. He worked in the Salinas pipe yards as a young man while attending Salinas High School. Near the end of WWII, Bill tried to enlist in the armed services, but as he was under age, he was told sorry son, you are too young and you need to go home and grow up. Bill eventually enlisted in the Army in 1950, serving 20 years until his retirement out of Fort Ord, in 1970. His military service took him overseas to Japan, Germany, Korea, and Vietnam, where he served his country proudly. He was decorated with the National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medal, Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal, The Bronze Star Medal, Aircraft Crewman Badge and Army Commendation Medal, among others.
While stationed overseas in Germany, Bill met the love of his life and wife of 64 years, Helga Cecilia (Rodens) Cunningham. Together Bill and Helga were blessed with seven children, William (Bill), Jr.(Gail) Alex, Richard, Daniel(Ann), Cecilia Anderson(Jim), Patricia Salao(Sam) and Tina Gines(Brian). They were blessed further with 17 Grandchildren, Russell and Brett Gines, Casandra, Samantha, Kyle, Jo Beth and Thomas Salao, Christina(Joe) Knotts and Daniel McMillin, Brad(Vanessa) Anderson and Jessica(Michael) Suarez, Amy(Rick) Mayhew, Sara(Ruben) Sanchez, Chad Cunningham, Antonia, Micheal and Joe(Susie) Cunningham, 16 Great Grandchildren, and 3 Great, Great Grandchildren to date and still counting. Bill was preceded in death by his mother, father, and nine of his siblings. He is survived by his sister Judith (Judy) Cunningham.
After retiring from the Army, Bill worked for a few local garages as a senior mechanic before opening his own shop (BBC Auto Service), where he worked with his son’s Bill, Jr., and Danny, until his second retirement in 1986.
Bill loved to fish and camp and spent countless weekends out at Moss Landing surf fishing as well as week-long camping trips to San Antonio Lake, with his family and friends having a wonderful time.
Bill was an avid member of Alcoholics Anonymous and was in his 28th year of sobriety. He enjoyed his Friday night men’s group, the Brown Bag for lunch meetings, and Sunday morning meeting’s at the Sun Street Center. He formed some very strong and lasting relationships with the people he met in AA and he loved to be a part of their journey as well as have them be a part of his. Special thanks to all of you who came to see him over the years, took him to lunch meetings, and came to the house for a meeting, when he couldn’t come to you; you all held a special place in his heart and ours.
There will be a Rosary gathering at Struve and Laporte Chapel, 41 W. San Luis Street, Salinas, CA. 93901 at 7:00pm on October 10, 2019.
Funeral Mass services will be at 9:30am on October 11, 2019, at Sacred Heart Church, 22 Stone Street, Salinas, CA. 93901 followed by Interment with full military honors, at theCalifornia Central Coast Veterans Cemetery on the former Fort Ord, at 2pm.
Janet Gail Bowen
April 27, 1950 - September 23, 2019
Born in Silver City, New Mexico
Resided in Salinas, California
Janet Gail Bowen, 69, passed away, Monday, September 23rd, 2019. Janet was born April 27, 1950 in Silver City, New Mexico and graduated North Salinas High School in 1968. She lived in Salinas, Calif. for 57 years.
Janet had a successful career as a Business Planner for Moss Landing Power Plant for 35 years, where she most recently and proudly retired in April 2019.
Janet enjoyed every moment she could spend with her grandchildren and daughters. She enjoyed reading books, singing Motown with her kids, doing arts and crafts with her grandchildren and visiting Cal Poly to spend time with her oldest granddaughter. Janet was selfless, wise, kind and thoughtful. Family was her number one priority and joy in life.
Janet is survived by her older brother, Ronald Bowen, three daughters, Jodi Gieg, Jennifer Gieg Holden and Jackie Gieg Long and her four grandchildren, Caitlin Rose White-Gieg, Lucy Rose Holden, Cooper James Holden and Paityn Marie Long.
The family will be hosting a Memorial Service at 11:00 a.m. Wed., October 9, 2019 at First Presbyterian Church, 830 Padre Dr. Salinas, CA. 93901.
A Celebration of Life will follow at 12:30 p.m. Wed., Oct. 9, 2019 at The Mission Ranch in Carmel-by-the-Sea in the Patio Barn Room.
Wylie Winfred Mitchell
August 25, 1938 - September 29, 2019
Born in Weona, Arkansas
Resided in Salinas, California
On a quiet Sunday evening, September 29th, 2019, Wylie Winfred Mitchell passed away in the comfort of his Harper Canyon home holding the hand of his bride of 61 years, Camille. He was 81 years old.
Wylie was born August 25, 1938 in Weona, Arkansas to William Erwin and Audra Cecil Mitchell. In 1945, the Mitchell’s moved West, cementing themselves as part of the legacy of Midwest farming families who grew roots in Salinas.
Wylie attended Salinas High and Hartnell College, where he forged lifelong relationships and lasting connections. Though most will tell you it was the charisma of his sparkling blue eyes, movie star hair, and fashion sense, combined with a post-depression work ethic that allowed him to rise from humble beginnings working Mel’s Drive-in to a successful career as a commercial real estate broker.
He seemed to know everyone, and likewise, everyone seemed to know him. Witty, sharp, and blunt, he had a reputation among his family for out-of-pocket stories and coined phrases known affectionately as “Wylieisms”. Wylie loved his beautiful wife, his family, and the town that allowed him to achieve his American dream. In his words, “From Arky to walking in high cotton.” He believed in Salinas, and was a driving force of its progress. He was active in the Salinas Chamber of Commerce, Old Town Salinas Association, Salvation Army, Elks Lodge #614, and served as District Governor for Rotary International. The only thing stronger than his faith in his hometown, was his devotion to a higher power.
He is reunited with his parents William and Audra, sisters Gwetholyn Mitchell and Marge Lehman, brothers Coleman and James Lee, and his grandson, Wylie Howard Mitchell (Smiley Wylie).
Wylie is remembered by his wife Camille, his sisters Bea (Bill) Jones, Carolyn (R.L.) Wagner, his children Kemberli (Ted) Colunga of Chico, Kori (Dennis) Spencer of Salinas, Wylie (Patricia) of Salinas, Lance (Anne) of Hayden, Idaho, his grandchildren Audra (Brian) Ferris, Christian (Lindsay) Colunga, Colin Spencer, Harrison Spencer, Haden Mitchell, Margot Mitchell, and his great-grandsons, Walter and Duke Ferris.
The Family thanks VNA Hospice for their compassion and outstanding care.
The viewing will take place Sunday, October 6th from 1-5pm with a 5pm Rosary to follow at Struve and Laporte Chapel, 41 W. San Luis St. Salinas, CA. 93901.The Funeral Mass will be held Monday, October 7th at 11am at Saint Joseph’s Catholic Church, 1 Railroad Avenue, Spreckels, CA. 93962 with burial to follow at Queen of Heaven Cemetery, 18200 Damian Way, Prunedale, CA. 93907.
In lieu of Flowers, memorial donations can be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.
A Celebration of Life will be announced in the coming months.
Walter Raymond Hughes
March 13, 1935 - September 3, 2019
Born in Salinas, California
Resided in Salinas, California
Walter Raymond Hughes, 84, lost his battle with bladder cancer on September 3, 2019, with his wife Patty by his side. On March 13, 1935, Walt was born to Arthur and Shirley Hughes in Salinas, California and grew up enjoying the great outdoors. During his formative years, his mother would drop him off at Las Padres National Forest to hike, fish and camp with his friends and family. He worked summers in Las Padres National Forest in hopes of one day being a forest ranger.
After graduating from Salinas High School, he went on to Hartnell College and obtained an AA in Art. Walter was in the Army Reserves for a brief time, but was honorably discharged as he had three children under the age of 18 months with his first wife Sue Appling. As a talented amateur artist and illustrator, water colors were his most enjoyable medium. With three children, he began his career first as the mail clerk for what was then called “Grower’s Container.” His artistic abilities were quickly recognized and he was promoted to Sample Maker for the sales and marketing group. Because of his strong work ethic, coupled with his imaginative design capabilities, he was promoted to a job in sales and marketing. During his 45 year career, at the same facility, he designed, marketed and sold more than one billion Wet-Lok vegetable containers. Co-founder of the Wet-Lok “Millionaires Club, ” he hosted 32 annual award presentation dinners which were held each year by the company to recognize customers who had purchased in excess of one million Wet-Lok containers. He was dubbed by colleagues and friends as “Mr. Wet-Lok” prior to retiring in 2001.
Walter was a past president (local chapter) and life sponsor of Ducks Unlimited, raising thousands of dollars for the preservation and conservation of North American wetlands. He owned and operated his own wetlands, “the duck club” in Los Banos, CA, for many, many years and encouraged youngsters to participate in the junior hunts held annually. He was also a member of the following organizations: Audubon Society, California Deer Association, California Waterfowl Association, California Wildlife Federation, Monterey Bay Aquarium, Ventana Wilderness, local chapter, and the Elks.
Walt and his beloved wife of 31 years, Patty, shared their love of the outdoors by hiking, skiing, playing tennis, gardening, hunting and cooking ducks. They also enjoyed numerous cruises and trips together. Patty had one prerequisite prior to marrying Walt: “I will learn to hunt, if you learn to snow ski.” At the age of 52, ski he did. Many of their happiest moments were spent skiing and hiking in the Rocky Mountains. Additionally, Walt cherished the times that he spent hunting birds and bucks with his boyhood hunting buddies: Gary Harris, Merv Anderson, John Vear, Ron Kienbaum, and Mike Micheletti. He also held a special place in his heart for his younger pals: Brad Dickison and Bill Jones.
Walter was preceded in death by: Art and Shirley Hughes, (parents) and granddaughter Nicole Harrison. He is survived by his wife Patty, his sister, Rosalie Meyer (Ron), and his three children; Vann Hughes, Nathen Hughes (Nuch) and Natalie Harrison. He is also survived by his four grandchildren; Dean Hughes, Alessio Hughes, Raiel Smith, Abram Smith, Ashley Harrison and numerous nieces and nephews.
He will be remembered for his sense of humor, honesty and integrity in both his professional and personal life, and his love of the outdoors. He had a zest for life, loved his friends, his family, and enjoyed training his Labrador Retrievers. He also loved his cherished rat terrier, Speedy. Walt will be truly missed.
A Celebration of Life will be held at Compass Church, 830 Padre Drive at 2 PM on Saturday, October 5th, 2019. There is also a reception at the Club at Crazy Horse Ranch, 475 San Juan Grade Road at 4 PM.
In lieu of flowers, the family kindly asks that donations be made to: Stanford Research Development Services, Bladder Cancer Research, P.O Box 20466, Stanford, CA, 94309-0466, California Waterfowl Association, 1346 Blue Oaks Blvd., Suite 100, Roseville, CA 95678, Monterey County SPCA, 1002 Monterey Salinas Hwy, Salinas, CA 93908 or Compass Church, 830 Padre Drive, Salinas, CA 93901
