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Agnes Lucy Loquaci (94) - It is with heavy hearts that we announce that Agnes Lucy Loquaci, beloved wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully snuggled safely in her home surrounded by her family on April 23, 2022, 18 days after celebrating her 94th birthday.

Agnes was born in Fresno, Calif on April 5, 1928 to Albert and Lucy Bagdazian. Five years later her sister Margie was born. She grew up on a farm in Mendota, Calif. surrounded by cantaloupes and pomegranate trees. She attended Tranquility High School where she played the drums in the school band. After graduating in 1947, she attended business college in Fresno while living at the YWCA. Returning to Mendota to work for a CPA, Agnes met the love of her life – Edward Loquaci of Madera. They were married in 1950 and soon thereafter welcomed son Stephen in 1951, daughter Carol in 1952 and daughter Gail in 1961.

Elvis Wayne Scroggins (91), a native of Altus, OK and a resident of Madera for 24 years and a former resident of San Jose, CA, passed away Monday, April 18, 2022. He was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints Madera 2nd Ward and served in various areas in the church. He was a Veteran of the Korean Conflict serving in the US Navy.

Wayne drove truck most all of his life. He moved countless numbers families for Mayflower and finished his career with CTS Trucking. In all he spent 50 plus years serving people in the area of logistical cartage.

James Alan "Jim" Page (62) of Fresno passed away peacefully on March 29, 2022, with his family by his side. Jim was born March 9, 1960, in Cadillac, Michigan. He was the third of four children born to John Arthur Page Sr. and Joyce Mae Page (nee Gilbraith). Jim lived in Michigan, Illinois, Minnesota, Missouri, and California.

He attended Delano and Monache High Schools and was a talented percussionist and all-state honor band student. His music skills allowed him to travel to Scotland and Ireland as a student. Jim was a member of the marching band where he was drumline section leader. He played in school pep and jazz bands, and a rock band.

Louie Munoz (89), of Madera, California passed away peacefully on Friday, April 15, 2022, surrounded by his loving family. Louie was born in Madera, California to Benito and Atanasia Munoz. Louie attended local schools and graduated from Madera High School.

Louie married Alice Gutierrez of Mendota, California in 1956 and they started their family. Louie started work on Television repair in Mendota and eventually moved back to Madera and landed a job at Radio T.V. Hospital with the Massetti family. After leaving the T.V. repair business Louie landed a job with Madera Unified School District as a Custodian and was quickly promoted to Head Custodian at Thomas Jefferson Middle School until his retirement.

Betty Jo Dover (91):  It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Betty Jo Dover on Sunday, March 27, 2022. She passed peacefully in her sleep at the age of 91. Betty and her husband, Carl, had been residents of Madera for over 85 years where they worked and raised their two sons, Gary and Stanley Dover. 

Betty worked as a Waitress before retiring and becoming an avid camper. She enjoyed traveling with her husband and family, lawn bowling, and beating everyone at cards and domino's. She was a spunky and loving wife, mother, and grandmother.  

anet E. Bush (87), a native and life resident of Madera, CA passed away March 12, 2022. She was a member of the Fourth Street Church of God in Madera and worked as an Office Clerk for Madera Unified School District for 22 years. During her tenure at MUSD, she spent many years at John Adams Elementary School ensuring a smooth educational transition for students, parents and educators.

Janet was a graduate of Madera Union High School class of 1953, she also was a Beauty Operator for many years, and enjoyed spending time in the great outdoor with her family and grandchildren. She was preceded by her husband Don Bush in 2016.