McNary-Moore Funeral Service

11/13/2025

Obituary For Phyllis Lee Free(Whaley)
Phyllis Lee Free (Whaley), age 84, passed away peacefully on October 25, 2025, in French Camp, California. Born on July 19, 1941, in Denver, Colorado, Phyllis lived a long and fulfilling life surrounded by family and friends.

A proud graduate of Colusa High School, Class of 1959, Phyllis was known for her warm heart, lively spirit, and love of life’s simple joys. She loved to dance, fish, and cook, and she was especially known for her delicious homemade jelly, which she joyfully shared with her family and friends.

Phyllis was the beloved wife of Birley Free and a devoted mother to Jerry Pollinger, Michelle Pollinger, Victoria Pollinger, Patti Pollinger Smiddy and Bill Young. She also embraced her role as stepmother to Todd Free and Kim Lindquist. Phyllis’s love extended through generations, and her legacy continues through her 22 grandchildren and numerous great-grandchildren who brought her endless joy.

Phyllis was preceded in death by her daughter, Tammi Simpson, and her parents, Clarence and Lucille Whaley.

Her life was defined by her enduring love for family and her generosity toward others. She will be remembered for her kindness, her laughter, and the love she gave so freely.

A viewing will be held on November 14, 2025, from 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM at McNary & Moore Funeral Home, 107 5th Street. Graveside services will follow at Arbuckle Cemetery.

11/07/2025

10/23/2025

Obituary For Todd Douglas Kalfsbeek
Todd Douglas Kalfsbeek died on Oct. 12, 2025, with his family by his side. He was 74. Todd was born on Feb. 25, 1951 in Woodland, CA to Hiram and Bernie Kalfsbeek, the third of six children. He grew up in Arbuckle, attending John’s School and graduating from Pierce High School in 1969.

Todd’s first love was agriculture. Together with his brothers Joe and Knute, the trio formed “JTK Kalfsbeek” in the early 70s, a farming operation which spanned nearly five decades. He retired in 2021.

Todd inherited his love for cooking from his parents. His BBQ ribs and beans were a staple at family holidays such as Easter in the hills and Fourth of July and any other large gathering which always centered around food.

Todd loved hunting, fishing, and just being outdoors. Some of his best memories were adventures in Homer, Alaska, the Buckeye Hunting Club, the Border Tule and trips to the cabin near Viola.

Todd is survived by his wife of 33 years, Debbie; daughter Elizabeth (Bill) Charter, son Tim (Lauren) Kalfsbeek; grandchildren Eldon Charter, Kate and Rhett Kalfsbeek; brothers Joe (Mary K) and Knute Kalfsbeek, sister Addie (Willy) Maupin, as well as numerous nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Hiram and Bernie Kalfsbeek; brothers, Oscar and Guy Kalfsbeek; and sister-in-law Jeannie Scott Kalfsbeek.

A graveside service will be held at 11:00AM, on Friday, Nov. 7, 2025 at John’s School Road Cemetery, 374 Johns School Rd., Arbuckle, CA. A celebration of Todd’s life will follow at 583 College City Rd., Arbuckle.

In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to the Arbuckle Volunteer Fire Department, P.O. Box 727, Arbuckle, CA 95912, or a charity of choice.

McNary-Moore of Colusa is handling the arrangements.

10/23/2025

Obituary For Robert Kam Lee
One of Northern California’s finest Retail Grocers, Robert Kam Lee, succumbed to Parkison’s disease on August 17, 2025. It was a 15 year struggle to juggle work, home, tennis and golf in his daily routine.

Robert was born in Colusa, California on August 15, 1938 to Mr. and Mrs. Kam Lee grew up with 8 other siblings. He was a graduate of Our Lady of Lourdes grammar school and Colusa High School. He attended Sacramento State and was inducted into the United States Army where he spent the next two years in Illinois. Upon serving his term he returned home and began his life-long love in the time Grocery business with three of his siblings, namely “Chung Sun Market” - The very same business his father started. Robert’s duty was merchandising and he loved to hassle with the product representatives. His other duties were chief janitor, and delivery boy.

Bob Lee, as he was called by friend or foe, was married to Rita for 56 whirlwind years. Also surviving were three sons; Randell, Derek (Lisa), Ryonn Lee and God son Baran Brown. Six grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Also surviving are three siblings, numerous nephews, nieces, grand nephews and grandnieces and his life long buddy/friend/school Blank - Daryl Brown.

Bob Lee was predeceased by his parents, daughter Dianne, three brothers, two sisters, a nephew and two nieces. Bob was a member of Rotary, Butte View Racquet Club, Butte View Golf and C.C, several Grocer’s organizations and a charter member of the West Coast IGA of California.

Bob was cremated and will be buried with his wife and daughter. At a much later date. A private family celebration of Life will be on Saturday November 1, 2025 at 1pm at the family residence.

The family wishes to express their sincere thank you to the staff at the care home and to all the visiting nurses and doctors.

Look out above - Bobbie Lee is on its way - Scotch anyone - Catch ya’ll later

09/22/2025

Obituary For Avelina Valdes Mancera
Avelina Valdes Mancera – November 10, 1942 – September 12, 2025

Avelina Valdes Mancera, age 82, passed away peacefully on Friday, September 12, 2025 surrounded by her loved ones. She was born as one of eleven children in Apaseo El Grande, Guanajuato Mexico on November 10, 1942, to her parents, Emilio Valdes and Petra Mancera. She is survived by her siblings Dorotea, Rafael,

Maria, Victoria and is preceded in death by Emilio Jr., Reynaldo, Andres, Cristina, Concepcion, and Guadalupe.

She is survived also by her children: Andrea, Efigenio (Socorro), Alberto (Donna),

Jose, Rosario (Elu), Wendy; her grandchildren Danielle, Laramie, Estevan, Sofia,

Alexia, Anthony, Andrew, Rogelio, Joshua, Jonathon, Leonardo and great

grandchildren Carter and Ryan.

Avelina was a loving mother, aunt, sister and grandmother and she will be

missed greatly. Throughout her life, she enjoyed spending time with her family

and close friends, and found joy in caring for her birds, plants and flowers. Her

gentle spirit, unwavering faith and devotion to the power of prayer touched

everyone around her and will be fondly remembered.

A rosary will be held at McNary Moore funeral services in Colusa, CA on

Thursday, September 25, 2025 at 7 p.m. Mass will be held at Our Lady of

Lourdes on Friday, September 26th at 10 a.m. followed by the burial at Holy Cross Cemetery in Colusa. The family thanks everyone for all thoughts and prayers as they cherish her memory and the life she lived.

Avelina Valdés Mancera – 10 de noviembre 1942 – 12 de septiembre 2025

Avelina Valdés Mancera, de 82 años, falleció pacíficamente el viernes 12 de

septiembre de 2025 rodeada de sus seres queridos. Nació como una de once

hijos en Apaseo El Grande, Guanajuato, México, el 10 de noviembre de 1942,

de sus padres, Emilio Valdés y Petra Mancera. Le sobreviven sus hermanos

Dorotea, Rafael, María, Victoria y le preceden en la muerte Emilio Jr., Reynaldo,

Andrés, Cristina, Concepción y Guadalupe. También le sobreviven sus hijos:

Andrea, Efigenio (Socorro), Alberto (Donna), José, Rosario (Elu), Wendy; sus

nietos Danielle, Laramie, Estevan, Sofía, Alexia, Anthony, Andrew, Rogelio,

Joshua, Jonathon, Leonardo y sus bisnietos Carter y Ryan.

Avelina era una madre, tía, hermana y abuela amorosa y la extrañaremos

mucho. A lo largo de su vida, disfrutó pasar tiempo con su familia y amigos

cercanos, y encontró alegría en el cuidado de sus pájaros, plantas y flores. Su

espíritu amable, su fe inquebrantable y su devoción al poder de la oración

conmovieron a todos los que la rodeaban y será recordada con cariño.

Se llevará a cabo un rosario en los servicios funerarios de McNary Moore en Colusa, CA el jueves 25 de septiembre de 2025 a las 7 p.m. La misa se llevará acabo en la iglesia Nuestra Señora de Lourdes el viernes 26 de septiembre a las 10 a.m. seguida del entierro en el cementerio Holy Cross en Colusa. La familia agradece a todos por todos los pensamientos y oraciones mientras aprecian su memoria y la vida que vivió.

09/22/2025

Obituary For Maria P. Garcia
Maria P. Garcia, beloved mother, grandmother and great grandmother went to be with the Lord September 16, 2025.

She is preceded in death by my dad Santos Garcia, who passed away in 2019.

Mom was born in Santa Rosa, Texas - she lived there until she married my dad, then moved to California.

She was a homemaker, and would work in the fields every summer.

There were eight children of which two passed away, Mickey Garcia and Genaro Garcia.

Remaining children Baltazar Garcia, Maria Olszweski, Lydia Rodriguez, Esther Gomez, Abraham Garcia and Concepcion Williams. She also had eighteen grandchildren and several great grandchildren.

Maria P. Garcia was a woman of God and supported my dad faithfully in his ministry. Mom touch so many lives with her kind words and her wondferful cooking.

A viewing will take place prior to the service at 8:30am at Lirio De Los Valles in Colusa, CA. Funeral Services to be held on Wednesday, September 24, 2025 at 10:00am at Lirio De Los Valles in Colusa, CA.

Graveside to follow at Colusa Cemetery.

Mami, we love and miss you!

09/18/2025

Changing of the seasons.

08/31/2025

Obituary For Xochitl - Medina Alcaraz
Visitation will be held at the family's residence September 4, 2025

Mass September 5, 2025 at 10:00AM Williams Church of Annunciation

08/31/2025

Obituary For Maria Guadalupe Madrigal
Visitation Rosary Wednesday, August 27, 2025 at 4-8:00pm at McNary-Moore Funeral Chapel 107 5th Street, Colusa, CA.

Mass Thursday, August 28, 2025 at 12:00pm at Our Lady of Lourdes Church in Colusa, CA.

Graveside to follow at HolyCross Catholic Cemetery in Colusa, CA.