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William "Billie" Vega

William Vega Obituary

William "Billie" Vega of Lemoore passed away in a tragic accident on Wednesday, October 20, 2010 at the age of 75. Billie was born in Lemoore to Bessie Cano and has lived in this area for most of his life.

Billie leaves behind his 3 nieces: Rosalie Montanez, Charlotte Berna and Debbie Jaeger of Lemoore and 2 nephews: Allan Berna of Lemoore and Jody Berna of Farmersville along with numerous cousins of the Santa Rosa Rancheria.

Visitation will be held on Tuesday, October 26, 2010 from 4 - 7 p.m. at Phipps-Dale Funeral Chapel in Lemoore. A Vigil Rosary Service will be held on Tuesday, October 26, 2010 at 7 p.m. at Phipps-Dale Funeral Chapel. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Wednesday, October 27, 2010 at 10 a.m. at St. Peter's Catholic Church in Lemoore with burial to follow at the Tachi Indian Cemetery.

Friends who wish can make donations in Billie's memory to the Fresno Rescue Mission, P.O. Box 1422, Fresno, CA 93716.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Hanford Sentinel from Oct. 23 to Oct. 29, 2010.

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