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May 13, 1955 – ~Oct 2018 (Mexico)

Facebook posts on his timeline in Oct 2018 and March 2019 indicate his body was identified by the US Embassy in Mexico via fingerprints and that he was likely murdered.

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Aug 24, 1954 – Oct 05, 2016

Jesus Figueroa, 62, died unexpectedly on October 5, 2016. He was born August 24, 1954 in Napa to Valerian and Mary Figueroa. He lived and worked in the Napa Valley his whole life.

He is survived by his sister, Anita; brothers, John, Jim (Sue), and Dave (Sally) Figueroa; neices, Ana, Kristy, Ashley, Amanda, Lisa, Matilda and Jen; nephews, Juan, Trino, Bruno, Brian, Mike, Gabe, Joe, Donny, Hunter, Dom; great nieces, Haley, Nyalah, Leanne, Liliana, Jazzlyn, Aubryanna, Nevaeh, Dalila, Iyana, Mirajia and Ashanti; and great nephews, RJ, Sebastin, Gabriel, Jayden, Ricky and Angel.

A funeral service was held on October 21, 2016 in the Tulocay Chapel, followed by graveside committal at St Helena Public Cemetery.

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Sep 10, 1955 – Aug 25, 2016

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Nov 01, 1955 – Nov 03, 2014

John Drew, 59, born Nov. 1, 1955, in Stockton, California, to John and Beverlee Drew, passed away Nov. 3, 2014, in Fairfield, California.

A graduate of Vintage High School, class of 1973, John was a carpenter for more than 30 years. He was an Oakland Raiders and San Francisco Giants fan.

He is survived by his sisters, Kimberlee Gavette, Kristin Drew, Kerin Cook, Kellee Drew; brothers Matthew Drew and Hector Avalos and family; and numerous nephews and nieces. He was preceded by his parents, John and Beverlee Drew.

A memorial service for John was held on Nov. 15, 2014 at Tulocay Cemetery.

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Feb 02, 1954 – Dec 05, 2017

Jose (Pepe) Luis Veliz, 63, our beloved son, brother, and uncle passed away on December 5, 2017 in Henderson, Nevada. He was born on February 2, 1954 to Arnulfo (Arnie) and Celia Escamilla Veliz in Mexicali, Mexico. Jose graduated from Napa High School. He received an Associate’s Degree in Electronics from Napa Community College.

Jose was raised in Napa, California and later moved to Los Angeles, South Bay and then Nevada.

Jose was preceded in death by his mother; Celia Escamilla Veliz. Jose is survived by his father; Arnulfo (Arnie) Veliz of Napa, California and his eight brothers and sisters; Jorge Velez of Anderson, California, Margarita Ayala (Carlos) of Woodland, California, Yolanda Schonbrun (Larry) of Berkeley, California, Ramon Veliz of Anderson, California, Armando Veliz (Lynda) of Dixon, California, Rosy Veliz of Napa, California, Susy McGovern (Jack) of Petaluma, California, and Violet Waschuck of Vallejo, California.

Jose is also survived by nieces and nephews; Cassandra Torento, Jorge Velez Jr., Karla Ayala, Carlos Ayala, Arnie Ayala, Joaquin Ayala, Vanessa Luna—Shannon, Ricardo Luna, Armando Veliz Jr., Alexiz Veliz, Alyze Bellucci, Ashley Pimentel, Josh Gore, Jessica Gore, Jordan Gore, Chloe Welch, Alexander Risley, Ana Waschuck and numerous great nieces and nephews.

A memorial service was held December 18, 2017 at Tulocay Cemetery, followed by a graveside service. 

Jul 22, 1955 – Jul 19, 2013

Robert Dale Uran, passed away suddenly on July 19, 2013. He was born July 22, 1955, to George Dale Uran and Margot Green in North Hollywood, Ca. He had one sister, Leslie Uran (Tiffany Wicken). Bob’s family moved to Willits, Ca, when he was a young boy, with his two step brothers, Lee Uran (Shaun and Kathy) and Steve Uran. He moved to Napa, Ca at 16 years of age. Both of his parents preceded him in death.

Bob worked for the Napa County Department of Corrections for 22 years, retiring in 2007. He had received many accolades through the Department of Corrections, including Officer of the Year in 1996. He also owned his own business, Bob Uran Computer Consulting. His business served various prominent medical groups in the community, both personally and professionally.

Bob loved fast cars and loud music. . He was involved in racing in some way or another. Whether it racing cars and motorcycles as a youth, racing people throughout the streets of Napa, as an adult or working with his friends on a racing crew.

He loved to work with his hands. He was able to fix cars, make furniture, grew amazing gardens, built computers and many other things through the years. His ability to learn and his hunger for knowledge combined to help create an amazingly wide variety of skills and interests.

Humor, compassion and honesty were just a few of the core values Bob lived by. He was always quick with a joke and had a way of making anyone laugh. He had an amazing way of relating to people that allowed him the opportunity to befriend people from all walks of life. People will always remember him for his genuine personality.

Anyone who had the privilege of knowing Bob knew that his heart was his most important quality. Evidenced by his career at NVDC, his years as a foster parent, his mission trip to Brazil, where he helped build a church and finally his computer consulting business, through which, he helped people with their various technology choices (Did you turn it off/on before calling?) He was like an Oreo cookie, with a rough tough exterior and an incredibly soft center.

Bob met Ruby (Brown) Uran in the fall of 1977 and they were married October 7, 1978. He is survived by his wife Ruby Uran and two children, Joshua Morgan Uran (Walnut Creek, CA) and Mallory “Peanut” Elise Uran (Napa). Bob would always say that his family was his life’s work and constantly reminded them, “All we need is each other, me, mom, Josh and Mal.” That unit is not broken by this profound loss, it has only been made stronger by the love we were able to share as a family.

Bob is also survived by his extended family (extended only by travel time) Cousin Dianne Diaz (Ashley and Tyler), Cousin Gil and Shay Green (Ryan), Aunt Charlotte Green and some very special children added to their family along the way: Leslie (Kyler, Kendrick, Katie, Max), Monica (Chris, Mailai, Charles), Patty, Heather.

A Celebration of Bob’s life was held July 27, 2013 at Tulocay Cemetery.

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Mar 07, 1955 – Jan 25, 1983

Thomas William Thorp, 27, died Tuesday at Queen of the Valley Hospital.

Mr. Thorp was born in Oakdale, California on March 7, 1955 to Susie and Gilbert Thorp. He attended Silverado Junior High School and graduated with the class of 1973 at Napa High School. He married the former Susan Gravatt on November 18, 1979.

Mr. Thorp was employed by Hewlett-Packard in Santa Rosa at the firms electroplating facility. He enjoyed motorcycling, wood working, fishing, and hunting.

He is survived by his wife, Susan of Napa; his parents, Susie and Gilbert, both of Napa; a twin brother, Timothy John of Napa; two sisters, Elizabeth Durrer of San Jose and Susan Cooper of Island of Provo, Turks Caicos Islands; two nieces and two nephews.

Funeral services were held under the direction of Treadway & Wigger Funeral Chapel. Interment was at Oaklawn Cemetery in Oakdale.

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Dec 30, 1954 – Feb 08, 2007

NAPA – Michael Raymond Salmon, age 52, passed away suddenly at his home in Napa on Feb. 8.

He was born Dec. 30, 1954, in San Francisco to his parents, Raymond and Evelyn (Quinn) Salmon.

Michael has lived in Napa Valley most of his life and has worked at Robert Mondavi Winery, the Culinary Institute and owned his own business for a while.

Michael took great pride in his Harley-Davidson and enjoyed spending time at the family cabin in Granitville.

His children, a grandson, his sister and numerous nieces and nephews, as well as many friends, survive him.

Graveside services were held Feb 14 at St. Helena Cemetery, with Father John Brenkle officiating under the direction of Morrison Funeral Chapel.

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Feb 22, 1955 – ~May 20, 2020

Robert Cal Ruha was born February 22,1955 to Cal and Ines Ruha. He attended Napa schools and graduated from Napa High in 1973. He went on to U.C. Fullerton and graduated with a degree in accounting. Later he worked for an oil company in Saudi Arabia as one of their accountants. He was also an Air Force veteran. He lived in Sonoma County until his death from cancer.

Bob was predeceased by his parents, a nephew and 2 Brothers-in-law. He is survived by his sisters Carol Abeel, Barbara Hudelson (Tim), Linda Ghisletta, 1 niece, 4 nephews, 2 Aunts and many cousins.

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23 Jul 1955 – 23 Apr 1974

Maria M. Rubio, 18, died Tuesday at her home.
A native of Napa, born on July 23, 1955, Miss Rubio was a 1973 graduate of Napa High School. She had been employed at the Pacific Telephone Company for the past year as an operator.
Miss Rubio is survived by her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Vincente Rubio of Napa; two sisters, Emily K. and Maria A. both of Napa; four brothers, Roberto, Ignasio, Vincent, and Phillip all of Napa; a grandmother, Christina G. Rubio of Mexico. Numerous aunts and uncles also survive.
A Funeral Mass of Christian Burial was held April 26, 1974 at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church under the direction of Claffey and Rota Funeral Home. Internment was at Tulocay Cemetery.

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