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ARAGON
Larry Donald Aragon
Larry Donald Aragon died in Woodland Wednesday, June 4, 2003, at the age of 46.
Born May 14, 1957, in New Mexico, Mr. Aragon was employed with the city of Gallup, N.M., until moving to Yolo County about four years ago.
Survivors include his son Jeremy Aragon, mother Ofelia Buckner, stepfather Jim Buckner and sister Cindy Buckner, all of whom are from of Albuquerque, N.M., and sister Pauline Nunez of West Sacramento; brothers James Buckner of Albuquerque and Joseph Aragon and his wife Brenda of Woodland; nephews Joseph Aragon and his wife Dawn of Folsom and Billy Ray of Albuquerque; nieces Erica Ray, Teri and Alicia Azuna and Brittany Buckner of Albuquerque and Amber and Courtney Fisk of Woodland; numerous other aunts and uncles also survive.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Eileen Aragon in 1993; and by his father, Joe Cordova Aragon.
The family requests memorials be directed to the charity of the donor's choice. Arrangements are under the direction of Evergreen Funeral Services of Woodland, 721 Main St.
Services: A private family service will be held at a later date at a location yet to be determined.
ARAUJO
Frank "Tug" P. Araujo III
Frank "Tug" P. Araujo III died in San Francisco on Jan. 2, 2003. Born in Vallejo on June 7, 1971, he was 31 years old.
Before moving to Davis, he lived in several places during his early years, including Benicia, Pullman, Wash., Laramie, Wyo., Uruguay and Argentina. He attended Valley Oak Elementary School and graduated from Martin Luther King High School in 1989. Although he had been living in San Francisco since 1997, he remained in close contact with many friends in Davis.
He loved the theater and was in several plays. He also loved physical art, poetry, music and was active in several artistic groups. He was well known among his friends as a great storyteller, a good companion and an unforgettable character. He will be missed.
He is survived by his father, Frank P. Araujo Jr., and his stepmother, Mary A. Araujo, of Sacramento. His mother, Florence B. Araujo, preceded him in death in 1984.
A memorial service is planned Sunday at the home of friends at 455 14th St. in San Francisco. Mass will be celebrated and the rosary recited in his memory at St. Philomene Catholic Church, 2428 Bell St. in Sacramento, on Wednesday at 5 p.m.
In accordance with his wishes, the family asks that memorial contributions be made to local homeless shelters or to the St. Vincent de Paul Society at any Catholic church.
ARCHER
Paul W. Archer
Paul W. Archer of Ottawa, Kan., died Aug. 11, 2004, at the Village Manor Nursing Home in Ottawa. He was 93.
Originally from Hutchison, Kan., he was born Nov. 4, 1910, to Allen W. and Ethelyn (Meachom) Archer. He attended schools there and Hutchison Junior College and worked at the local bakery.
He earned a degree in agriculture economics in 1932 from Kansas State University, where he worked in the cattle barns.
On Jan. 6, 1934, he married school teacher Mildred Martha Emery, the best friend of his sister, who had splurged on a yellow dress in an attempt to snag him. They were married for more than 70 years.
In 1939, he began working for Farmers Home Security Administration, a government agency that gave farmers the credit they need to guarantee the success of family farms. He held positions in several cities. During his last few years in Ottawa, he was instrumental in setting up rural water districts in Franklin County.
In 1944, he joined the U.S. Army as a volunteer and served for two years at Fort Lewis, Wash.
His family says Sunday drives were a favorite pastime. During good weather, he took his family to a glen with brooks, flowers and small animals that his children called "the pretty place."
Family members say he was a man of honor and of strong Christian beliefs, full of love and compassion. He worked with youth groups in two churches, and for Meals on Wheels. He also published biblical quizzes.
Survivors include his wife Mildred, who lives in the nursing home; three daughters, Gretchen Elaine Mason of Sarasota, Fla., Alice Kathleen Grey of Davis and Mildred Josephine Ruff of Springfield, Mo.; two sons, Douglas Winston of Virginia Beach, Va., and David Robin of Storm Lake, Iowa; one sister Ruth Good of Hutchison, Kan.; and his sister's son Norman of Lenexa, Kan.
He is also survived by 19 grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren.
He was cremated. A memorial service is planned for 10:30 a.m. Monday at First Baptist Church in Ottawa. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made in his honor to a charity of the donor's choice and may be sent in care to the Lamb-Roberts Funeral Home, P.O. Box 14, Ottawa, KS 66067.
ARDING
Clara (Bond) Arding
Clara (Bond) Arding died in her Woodland home Saturday, March 30, 2002, at age 94.
Born Dec. 6, 1907, in Monroe, La., Mrs. Arding was the daughter of the late Charles and Clara (Bratfisch) Bond. She had been a Yolo County resident for the past 53 years and together with her late husband, Byron Arding, they had owned and operated the Texaco Station at 6th and Main Streets, for many years until her husband closed the station to go to work for a large corporation. Prior to moving to Woodland, she had lived in San Francisco and Berkeley.
She was a person who loved fishing, camping, gardening and especially had a fondness for cooking, preparing and surprising her family with "special" dishes she had created.
Mrs. Arding is survived by her daughter-in-law, Beatrice Arding of Folsom; grandsons, Alan Arding and wife Susan of El Sobrante, and Rickey Arding of Woodland; granddaughter, Veronica LaTorre and husband Andy of Folsom; and three great-grandchildren.
She is also survived by her nephew, Arthur Bertolero and wife Rena of Jackson.
Coming from a very large family, she was preceded in death by her husband, Byron Arding; son, Richard Arding; daughter-in-law, Leatha Arding; granddaughter, Vanessa Arding, in 1983; and 12 brothers and sister.
No visitation is scheduled prior to services. A funeral mass is scheduled to be said at 1 p.m. Friday, April 5, at Holy Rosary Catholic Church, 301 Walnut St., Woodland, with Fr. John Boll officiating. Interment will follow immediately at St. Joseph's Cemetery.
Kraft Bros. Funeral Directors of Woodland is assisting the family with arrangements.
ARECHIGA
Adrian Rigo Arechiga
Adrian Rigo Arechiga, the son of Ruby Jauregui and Tony Arechiga, of Chula Vista, passed away on Sunday, Nov. 7, 2004.
Born in San Diego, on April 17, 2004, he was six months, 21 days old.
In addition to his parents, he is survived by his brother, Joseph Arechiga IV and his grandparents Rigo Jauregui, of Winters, Sandra Elizondo, Joe Arechiga and Francis Ramos.
The funeral was held on Nov. 12, in San Diego.
On Sunday, Nov. 21, the 12:30 p.m. Spanish Mass at St. Anthony Catholic Church will be said in his memory.
ARELLANO
Vincent A. Arellano
Vincent A. Arellano died in Stockton Tuesday, July 12, 2005 at age 83.
Mr. Arellano was born June 22, 1922 in Hamilton City. He had been a Yolo County resident for 20 years. During World War II he served in the Marine Corps. He worked as a bartender in Stockton.
Survivors include Mr. Arellano's children, Sandra Serna, Bonnie Baca, Chuck Arellano and Angie Arellano all of Stockton, Patti Mackie of Las Vegas, Elisa Freiler of Nevada, Angie Smith of El Paso, Texas, Betty Eredia of Woodland; 23 grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; and his siblings, Jovina Roman, Christina Mendez and Manuel Arellano, all of Woodland. He was preceded in death by his wife, Gloria Arellano.
Services: Visitation is scheduled for 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, July 16 and Sunday, July 17 at DeYoung Shoreline Chapel, 7676 Shoreline Drive, Stockton. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at 2 p.m. Monday, July 18 at the Church of the Presentation, Benjamin Holt Drive and Leesburg, Stockton. Interment will follow the services at San Joaquin Catholic Cemetery. DeYoung Memorial Chapel is assisting the family with arrangements.
ARENAS
Antonio Juarez Arenas
Antonio Juarez Arenas died in Robbins Sunday, July 25, 2004, at age 55.
Born Sept. 3, 1948, in Guanajuato, Mexico, he had been a Yolo County resident for 30 years and was employed by Aoki Farms.
Survivors include his daughters, Juana Cortez and Veronica Castro, both of Woodland, Martina Arenas of Sacramento, Lucy Arenas, Elvia Arenas and Rosemarie Arenas, all of Robbins; and grandchildren, Vanessa, Angel and Maria Castro, Corina and Emily Cortez, Christopher and Juan Escobar Jr., and Natalie Mesa. Also surviving is his sister, Juana Martinez of Woodland; and brothers, Jacinto Arenas of Knights Landing, and Felipe Arenas of Fresno.
Services: A vigil is schedules at 6 p.m. Monday, Aug. 2, at Holy Rosary Church, with a funeral scheduled at 10 a.m. Tuesday, Aug. 3, also at Holy Rosary Church, and burial to follow, in Monument Hill Memorial Park. McNary's Chapel is assisting the family with arrangements.
ARENAS
Isidra Arenas
Isidra Arenas died in Robbins Sunday, July 25, 2004, at age 52.
Born May 15, 1952, in Guanajuato, Mexico, she had been a Yolo County resident for 30 years. She was employed by Richter Brothers for many years.
Survivors include her daughters, Juana Cortez and Veronica Castro of Woodland, Martina Arenas of Sacramento, Lucy Arenas, Elvia Arenas and Rosemarie Arenas, all of Robbins; and grandchildren, Vanessa, Angel and Maria Castro, Corina and Emily Cortez, Christopher and Juan Escobar Jr., and Natalie Mesa. Also surviving is her sister, Francisca Cordero of Guanajuato; and brother, Andres Cordero, also of Guanajuato.
Services: A vigil is schedules at 6 p.m. Monday, Aug. 2, at Holy Rosary Church, with a funeral scheduled at 10 a.m. Tuesday, Aug. 3, also at Holy Rosary Church, and burial to follow, in Monument Hill Memorial Park. McNary's Chapel is assisting the family with arrangements.
