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Johnny Rambo Obituary
Mr. Rambo died Monday, November 29, 2010, at Mercy Hospital.
Born on March 11, 1927, in El Dorado, OK, he lived in Texas and Southern California before moving to Shasta County in 1960.
He served in the U.S. Navy during World War II in the Asiatic-Pacific Area. He was owner/operator of Ray Rambo Dump Truck Service. He was a member of the California Dump Truck Owners Association, VFW, and American Legion.
During his life, he enjoyed boxing and earned the Golden Gloves title while serving in the U.S. Navy. He loved camping, boating, waterskiing, riding his trail bike, and playing in Reno.
Survivors include his loving wife of 64 years, Johnnie Winona "Winnie"; daughter Elizabeth "Lynne" Yardley and husband Dennis; granddaughters Cindy Rickard and husband Kenny, and Annette Yardley; great grandchildren Cody Ray Yardley, Colton Rickard, and Cara Rickard; nephew Charles Gilbreath and wife Chris, all of Redding; brothers Otis Rambo and wife Francis, and Jerry Rambo and wife Adair, both of Georgia.
He was preceded in death by parents Eddie E. and Abbie I. Rambo, brother Ramon "Jack" Rambo, and sister Malva Mae Smith.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Northern California Veterans Cemetery Chapel, c/o California Veterans Assistance Group, 737 Auditorium Drive, Redding, CA 96001.
Tributes may be posted at www.mcdonaldschapel.com
Arrangements are being handled by McDonald's Redding Chapel.
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Memories and Condolences
for Johnny Rambo
December 13, 2010
Dear Winnie,
Richard and I only have happy and loving memories of you and Ray and your friendship over the many decades we have known you and the family. You both always greeted us like we were one of the family which we will never forget. Rev. 21:3,4 embraces our hope for future life with no pain, sorrow, sickness or DEATH. All our love, Richard & Bonnie Cox
Jo Ann Mefford-Moffat
December 12, 2010
Winnie, Lynne, and Family,
I send my Prayers and Love to you. May God help you through this difficult time. Ray was a great man who I really enjoyed knowing. He was always nice to everyone and had a big heart, and a big smile. He always made you fell part of the family.
Love,
Jo Ann Mefford Moffat
December 8, 2010
Lynne and Family, our thoughts and prayers to you all. May Ray be resting now in peace and in the loving hands of the Lord. Sincerely, The Shoops (Sheri Silkwood and family)
Skip & Sue Bennett
December 8, 2010
Dear Lynne & Family - Although we only met Ray a couple of times, it was clear that he was a sweetheart who was dearly loved by his family. May your warm memories of Ray give you comfort, and may he rest in peace.
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December 7, 2010
Dear Lynne, Sending you prayers of comfort at this difficult time.Janice Taylor
Mistleote Realty
December 7, 2010
Winnie, everyone at Mistletoe Realty was very saddened to hear about Ray's passing. Our prayers are with you and Lynn as well as the rest of the family. We love you!
Donna Rambo
December 7, 2010
My heart is with you, Winnie and Lynn. God Bless You
December 6, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with you Winnie and all the family. Many a good time were had!!!
Love, the Snow, Bryan Jones and Nankervis Families.
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