For The Madera Tribune Marie Phyllis Bunch. Marie Phyllis Bunch passed away peacefully in her sleep on Feb. 14, 2026. She was a kind and caring person who you could always count on for her words of encouragement. She was beautiful inside and out, and had a knack for teaching good morals. Marie was born on Oct. 8, 1931, in Oakland, California. She moved to Madera as a young adult, raised 2 children, ran her own business, and met the love of her life, Fred Young Bunch. They mar

For The Madera Tribune Marvin Clyde Cunningham. Marvin Clyde Cunningham, 84 years old, passed away peacefully on Feb. 10, 2026, in Fresno, California. Born May 13, 1941 in Oroville, California. He had deep roots in Madera, California, and spent 36 dedicated years working at the Madera Winery, where he was known for his strong work ethic and steady presence. Family was the center of his life. He is lovingly remembered by his spouse of 40 years, Rosie Cunningham; daughter, Kimb

For The Madera Tribune Shirley Owings Ward. Shirley was born to Violet and Eugene Owings in 1932 in Walker County, Missouri. At nine months of age, her parents moved back to Payette, Idaho, where her sister was born. The family moved to northeast Oregon in 1938, where her two brothers were born. Shirley was the eldest of four children. Upon graduation from high school in Milton-Freewater, Oregon, in 1950, she came to Coalinga, California, to attend Coalinga Jr. College (West

For The Madera Tribune Frank Flores. Frank Flores, born Oct. 3, 1925, passed away peacefully at home with his loving family present. He had an extraordinary life of more than 100 years. Frank was married to his dedicated and loving wife, Alma Flores, for 53 years before her passing. His passions in life included, spending time with his family and friends, riding his Harley Davidson motorcycle, and watching football. He retired from C&H sugar company after 35 years of employme

For The Madera Tribune Bee Authry Payne. Bee Authry Payne passed away in the Fresno, CA, leaving behind a legacy remembered by those who knew and loved him. A funeral service to honor Bee’s life will be held on Wednesday, Jan. 28, 2026, at 10 a.m., at Fellowship Missionary Baptist Church, 2529 E. Belmont Ave., Fresno, CA 93701. Following the service, interment will take place at Arbor Vitae Cemetery, 1301 Roberts Ave., Madera, CA 93637. May his memory bring comfort and peace

For The Madera Tribune Patrick Junior Hernandez. Patrick Junior Hernandez, 79, passed away peacefully on Jan. 8, 2026, at his home in Yosemite Lakes Park. Born on March 17, 1946, in Madera, CA, Patrick lived a full and vibrant life rooted in family, faith, hard work, and community. A proud graduate of Madera High School’s Class of 1964, Patrick maintained lifelong friendships with many of his classmates. His strong work ethic began early while still in high school, flipping b

For The Madera Tribune Juan Andaverde. Juan Andaverde, 76, of Madera, California, passed away on Jan. 10, 2026. Born to Ofelia Aispuro and Ramon Andaverde on March 12, 1949, in Harlingen, Texas, where he lived until he was 15 years old and then made the move to California. This is where he met his wife, Sofia Andaverde, and became a loving father to Juan Manuel, Araseli, and Maria Eliza.  He was hard-working and dedicated. He spent more than 45 years working for Robert A. Joh

For The Madera Tribune Nat B. Dellavalle. Nat B. Dellavalle, respected agronomist, founder of Dellavalle Laboratory, Inc., and a deeply influential figure in California agriculture, passed away on Nov. 29, 2025, surrounded by family. He leaves behind a legacy of scientific excellence, integrity, and service to growers and communities he supported for more than five decades. Nat is survived by his beloved wife, Ann; his children, Mary, Peter, Angela, and Joan; six grandchildre