With solemn hearts, we honor the memory of Susan Louise Freeland, who departed from us on March 24, 2024, leaving behind a profound legacy in the hearts of those who knew her throughout the Napa Valley community. Born on March 27, 1954, Susan's journey began in New York City, but it was in the serene landscapes of California where she found her true sense of belonging. At San Jose State University, her pursuit of knowledge was driven by an authentic passion. In Woodside, CA,...

  Jaime DeSousa Pacheco, age 92, sadly left us on March 16, 2024, he lived in Pinole, CA for the last 20 years of his life. Jaime was born on September 29, 1931, in Cruzal, Saó Jorge, Azores to Jose Pacheco and Itelvina DeSousa.  He had 8 brothers and sisters whom he loved very much.  They all enjoyed their summers together going to a small village off the coast of Saó Jorge called, Faja.  When he was of age, he joined the military and was stationed in...

Janet Cannizzaro passed away peacefully where she resided on March 7, 2024 in Napa, CA at the age of 93. Janet was raised in the San Francisco Bay Area. After graduating from High School, she married Robert Cannizzaro. Janet and her husband welcomed three children into their home, and Janet set about teaching them many skills of life. Janet’s children remember her as a driven mother who encouraged them to pursue their goals. Janet was an accomplished homemaker and craft maker. She was...

James Wesley Greenwood passed away on March 4, 2024. James, better known as Wes, was born to James and Mildred on December 29, 1941, in Ohio. A few years later, the family moved to Richmond, CA where he and his brother, Cliff, developed a love of sports and all things competitive. After graduating from Richmond High School, Wes became a pitcher for San Francisco State’s baseball team and was an important part of a successful traveling softball squad with lifelong friend Larry Sheppard....

Robert (Bob) Albert Zanardi Robert Zanardi was born January 4, 1944 and passed away February 26, 2024 at the age of 80. He was predeceased by his parents Albert R. Zanardi and Janice (Neilson) Zanardi. He was born at Parks Valley Hospital in Napa. Bob attended Alta Heights Elementary School, Ridgeview and Silverado Junior High Schools, and Napa High School graduating in 1962. He lettered in Baseball at Silverado Junior High School. He attended Napa College from 1962-1964. He was a member...

Oliver “Rocky” Sheridan Obituary: It is with a sad heart we announce the passing of Oliver (Rocky) Sheridan of Napa, CA. He passed away on Friday, February 23, 2024 of natural causes. Rocky was born on March 7, 1933 to parents, Charles Philip Sheridan and Verna Emma (Hoffman) Sheridan in San Francisco. Rocky graduated from Napa High School in 1951. He later joined the U. S. Army in 1952 and was honorably discharged in 1955. He retired from Mare Island Naval Shipyard after a 30...

 Cecil Mitchell passed away peacefully on February 19, 2024, just two days short of his 94th birthday. Cecil was one of eleven children born to William and Jessie Mitchell. Originally from Oklahoma, Cecil moved to California as a young boy with his family. He would tell stories of how all 13 of them would fit in a car and what it was like growing up with siblings Shirley, Clinturel, Hurley, Carless, Kenneth, Darma Lee, Donald, Arlene, Helen and Wayne. Growing up in the Fresno area,...

The Life of Dina French Nadina “Dina” Gale French, was born August 12, 1952, in Woodland, CA. Dina was born to Gladys and Dale French of Arkansas and had four siblings, Pat, Tom, Deb, and Daryl . She was a spirited little girl and always looking for adventure with her siblings or looking for a quiet place to read. She grew up in a time where she had a chance to love riding horses. She also loved listening to her records and even snuck into her brother Tom’s room to...

Donald “Don” Martin Winger entered into eternity on February 3, 2024.  Don lived on earth to the blessed age of 96 and a half years.  Nearly to the end, he made many people smile.  Early on the morning of February 3, 2024, he passed peacefully in his sleep and went home to the arms of his Savior where he will worship for all eternity.   Donald was born on June 26, 1927, in Beloit, Wisconsin to Martin and Adeline Winger.   He had one younger...

Barbara Cassani Closs, age 80, passed away peacefully in her sleep on February 2, 2024, following a lengthy illness. She was born in Napa on February 19, 1943, at Parks Victory Memorial Hospital to John and Shirley Cassani. Her maternal great great great grandfather, Captain John Grigsby, came to the Napa Valley by wagon train from Missouri in the 1840’s. Captain Grigsby was a member of the famous Bear Flag Party with his wife giving a portion of her petticoat to form part of the...