McNary-Moore Funeral Service

03/23/2026

Obituary For Ramon Arias Lobato
Ramon Arias Lobato returned to the Lord peacefully on March 11, 2026, surrounded by his loving family.

Born on March 4, 1944, in Magaz de Abajo, Spain, the eldest son of Hermogenes Arias and Felisa Lobato. As a young man, Ramon proudly served 18 months in the Spanish military, a time he often reflected on as some of the most memorable of his life. He later worked as a truck driver throughout Spain, primarily around Barcelona.

In 1969, Ramon took a courageous leap of faith and came to the United States as a sheepherder and arrived in Yakima, Washington. In 1972, he accepted a position with Plank & Maupin and relocated to Williams, California. In 1975, he met and married his beloved wife, Mayela, and together they built a life and raised their family in Williams.

In 1980, Ramon and his family purchased several thousand heads of sheep and went on to establish RAM Livestock, operating their own sheep ranching business throughout Colusa County and surrounding areas for the next 40 years. During this time, Ramon also owned and operated his own commercial trucking business, hauling livestock and a variety of agricultural commodities.

Ramon was a generous and hardworking man who lived for his family, friends, and community. He was a longtime member of the California Wool Growers Association, a former working member of the Catholic Church, and a dedicated supporter and exempt member of the Williams Fire Department. He often turned a stranger into a friend and was known for his quick wit and many sayings. Ramon was famous for his lamb barbecues. Over the years he barbecued countless events and many people, who once insisted they didn’t like lamb, became lifelong fans once they experienced his cooking.

Ramon was preceded in death by his parents, Hermogenes & Felisa, brother Manolo. He is survived by his loving wife of 50 years, Mayela; his daughters, Montserrat (Chad) and Astrid (Benji); and his cherished grandchildren, Branden, Helena, Lily, Michael, Evan, and Benjamin "Yoshi". To his grandchildren, he was lovingly known as “Yayo”, his most treasured title, and one he carried with immense pride, joy, and unconditional love.

Services will be held on Monday, March 30, 2026, at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church, 345 Oak Street, Colusa, CA. The Rosary will begin at 9:30 a.m., followed by Mass at 10:00 a.m. Interment will take place at Williams Cemetery, with a luncheon to follow at the Williams Fire Department, 810 E Street, Williams, CA.

In lieu of flowers, the family kindly asks that donations be made to the Williams Fire Protection Authority, 810 E Street, Williams, CA 95987.

The Arias family invites you to share a memory or photo of Ramon on his memorial page https://www.mykeeper.com/RamonArias

03/14/2026

Obituary For Beverly Joyce Granzella
Beverly Joyce Granzella passed away peacefully at home on March 7, 2026, surrounded by her family. Born in 1931, in North Dakota, Beverly’s life was defined by her devotion to both family and work. In 1976, she and the love of her life, Jim Granzella, turned their dream into reality by founding Granzella’s, Inc. What began as a small, family-owned venture quickly grew into a thriving business and is now a community landmark and gathering place in Williams, California.

While she was a successful business owner, Beverly’s greatest pride was always her family. She thrived as the center of the big, loyal, and loving family that was her joy for nearly a century. Her family is profoundly blessed for the 94 years they shared with her and are deeply honored to carry on her legacy.

Beverly is survived by her three daughters, seven grandchildren, and eleven great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Jim, with whom she shared a beautiful home filled with the love and laughter of three generations. She will be remembered not only for the business she and Jim built but for the life she lived and the family she loved and doted on.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the American Heart Association in her honor.

02/27/2026

Obituary For Robert Young Russick
Robert Young Russick
October 14, 1954 – February 17, 2026

Robert “Bob” Young Russick passed away on February 17, 2026, at the age of 71. A devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and loyal friend, Bob lived a life defined by quiet service, deep love for his family, and steady dedication to whatever was placed in his hands.

Bob proudly served in the United States Navy from August 16, 1973, until his honorable discharge on February 7, 1983. As a Petty Officer First Class and Interior Communications Electrician, he served nearly a decade at sea aboard the USS Plymouth Rock and the USS Leahy during the Cold War era. His work maintaining shipboard communication, alarm, and control systems required technical precision, calm under pressure, and unwavering reliability. He was recognized with numerous commendations, including two Good Conduct Medals, the Meritorious Unit Commendation, the Navy Expeditionary Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, and the Navy “E” Ribbon. His service reflected professionalism, discipline, and commitment to mission and crew.

Following his naval career, Bob continued his life of public service as an Analyst with Yolo County, California, serving from 1985 to 2009, including work with the Yolo County Sheriff-Coroner. He also served in the United States Air Force Reserve from 1986 to 1989. In later years, he worked in their long-arm quilting business, Material Handlers Quilting, until shortly before his passing.

Above all, Bob’s greatest pride was his family. He is survived by his beloved wife and soulmate of 39 years, Gail K. Russick; his children Robert H. Russick, Brian Lilly, and Heather Lilly-Harris; and his cherished grandchildren Jace Lilly, Brett Lilly, Wyatt Harris, Alexia Sarah Lilly-Snyder, and Amara Russick; and great-granddaughter Heidi Claire Snyder. He was preceded in death by his daughter, Sarah Lilly, whose memory he carried tenderly in his heart.

Bob was a kind, sensitive, and generous man with a sharp, dry wit that surfaced at just the right moment. He loved cooking for his family, baking bread, studying genealogy, and offering steadfast support in Gail’s quilting work. Dogs, especially the Great Pyrenees he rescued over the years, were constant companions and deeply loved members of the household.

Whether serving his country, supporting his community, or simply standing quietly beside the people he loved, Bob’s life was marked by steadiness, loyalty, and devotion. His legacy lives on in the family he cherished and the many lives he quietly strengthened along the way.

02/18/2026

Obituary For Verdo Eugene Werre
Verdo Eugene Werre, formerly of Colusa, CA passed away peacefully at home in Corning, AR after a sudden and unexpected complication of Lewy Body Dementia at the gentle age of sixty-three.

Verdo was born in Modesto May 16,1962 to Eugene and Myrtle Werre. Verdo graduated from Bret Harte High School in Angels Camp and was a proud graduate of The San Francisco College of Mortuary Science.

In his 42 years serving families as a funeral director, grieving families placed their complete trust and confidence in Verdo. In return, his compassion, knowledge and sincere dedication to his work never wavered.

He served families for more than 20 years at McNary-Moore Funeral Service in Colusa after relocating his family there from the Bay Area. Verdo was active in his community sponsoring and coaching his kids and others in sports. He particularly enjoyed running chains during football season at Colusa High School. Verdo was an active member of Colusa Rotary, and an ardent supporter of the Colusa VFW. He sponsored and enjoyed community events like the annual Pheasant Festival, Duck Dinner and Old Tyme Christmas.

Verdo was a gentle soul with a heart truly made of gold. He was humble, hard-working, honest, loving and proud. He had a profound sense of humor and loved practical jokes. He adored his children and grandchildren and held true friendships in the highest regard. He loved dark chocolate and thought chocolate chip cookies and French Silk ice cream were a food group.

Verdo thoroughly enjoyed time on the backroads on his Harley. He had been on many multi-state rides. He was an avid 49’ers fan and loved to swing a golf club when he could. He enjoyed the physical challenge of Cross Fit, competing and finishing in competitions.

Verdo and his true love of 10 years, Nadine Benz, left funeral service and Colusa retiring early to Corning, AR hoping for long rides and a quiet life. That was not to be. Verdo was diagnosed with cancer in 2022 and recovered but in 2023 came the devastating diagnosis of Lewy Body Dementia. Complications from this disease took him from us much too soon.

Verdo is survived by Nadine, his children, Kevin Werre and Hailey Lucios, two beautiful granddaughters, Harper Lucios and Nakita Werre, his sister Debra (Ben) LaMont, two nephews, Evan and Christopher (Sonia) LaMont, a niece, Barbara (Dustin) Roise, an aunt, Leida Crumb, cousins Tammy Barrett and Cindy Curry and six great nieces and nephews, Katie, Annie, Jesse, Lucy, Simon and Everett.

His loss is felt by Nadine’s aunt and uncle, Dean and Jackie Marella, her sons, Nicholas (Jenny) Youker and Taylor (Lindsey) Youker and granddaughter Ayla. He leaves behind his best friend of more than 40 years who was there for him over the years of his illness, Dick Downey.

A Celebration of Verdo’s Life will be on Saturday, February 28, 2026, at noon at McNary-Moore Funeral Service 107 5th Street Colusa, CA with a reception immediately following at Rocco’s Event Room 546 Market Street, Colusa. Memorial contributions to the Colusa VFW 108 E Main Street, Colusa, CA 95932 would be Verdo’s preference in lieu of flowers. Interment is private.

02/13/2026

02/13/2026

Obituary For Marilyn Margaret Azevedo
Marilyn Margaret Azevedo passed away peacefully on February 6th at the age of 91. She was born March 20, 1934 as Marilyn Jackson in Sacramento to her mother, Lois, where she lived and attended school until the age of 11 when she moved to with her family to Maxwell.

She graduated from Maxwell High School in 1952 and after briefly attending the College of the Pacific in Stockton, she returned to Maxwell to marry her high school sweetheart Anthony John (Tony) Azevedo. After Tony's two-year stint in the Army, stationed in Louisiana, they returned to Maxwell to begin their life together of farming and raising a family. They raised 3 children, Debbie, David and Danny.

Marilyn was proud of her little town of Maxwell and belonged to various social clubs over the years, but was most active in the American Legion Auxiliary where she served as President for 6 years. She also was very active in the United Methodist Church where she sang in the choir and her solo singing voice was often in demand for local weddings and other events. She was especially fond of playing bridge and was a member of various local bridge clubs over the years.

Family always came first for Marilyn and she was always very active in, and supportive of, all of her children's activities and lives.

She was preceded in death by her mother Lois, her stepfather Irwin Dages, her husband Tony, and two young daughters, Katheryn and Donna Louise. She is survived by her daughter Debbie and her husband Michael, her son Danny, her son David and his wife Kim, and their daughter Anuhea who she always described as her pride and joy.

02/11/2026

Obituary For Kathleen May Estes
Kathleen M. Estes,69, of Arbuckle, passed away February 5, 2026 in Carmichael, California. Kathleen was born on July 22, 1956 to Hellen and James Estes in Sacramento, California

She is survived by her son David Estes, cousin Greg McDonald, friend Sheryl Simpson

02/11/2026

Obituary For Miguel Carlos Rivera Rivera
Miguel Carlos Rivera Rivera was born October 13, 1982 to Elpidia and Alejandro Rivera in Jalisco, Mexico.

Mass will take place February 13, 2025 at 10:00AM in Arbuckle at Holy Cross Catholic church 408 Laurel Street, Arbuckle, CA 95912

01/31/2026

Obituary For Celeste - Schwartz
Monday, February 2, 2026 visitation from 4-6pm at McNary Moore Chapel and Cemetery Services at East Lawn Cemetery 4300 Folsom Blvd, Sacramento, CA 95819 Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at 1PM.

01/22/2026

Obituary For Jesus Anguiano
Visitation and Rosary will be held on Thursday January 22, 2026 from 4-8 pm at McNary-Moore Funeral Service Chapel, Colusa, CA.

Mass wil be held on Friday January 23, 2026 11am at Holy Cross Catholic Church, Arbuckle, CA.

01/22/2026

Obituary For Cecelia Mae Fox
Cecelia Mae Fox was born in Sagamihara, Japan on April 3, 1954 to the parents of Charles and Cecelia Fox. Cecelia Mae was one of seven children and is survived by siblings. Mary Ann Linn, Linda (Douglas) Jackson, Charles (Debbie) Fox, John Fox, Dennis Fox and Denise Fox.

Cecelia Mae received an AA Degree at Sacramento State with a major in Childhood Education. Afterwards Cecelia Mae moved to Maxwell where she worked as a care assistant in Colusa for forty years.

Cecelia Mae Fox loved to host family gatherings, bake and garden.

Private family Service