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1954
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2024
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Peter Spyres Obituary
Pete was a gifted and talented individual with a smile and personality many will miss.
He earned an A&P along with his pilot's license at Sac City College.
Pete built everything from Harleys to Hardys.
After the death of his grandfather, Asa Kalfsbeek, he began farming rice with his family; later transitioning to growing almonds as part of his plan to retire.
His love of flying was life-tong and his skill legendary. He enjoyed his 40-year career as an AG Pilot flying both planes and helicopters being in the sky and close to God.
He lived by a simple prayer "Please start, please run, Pete wants to have fun." His final flight ended on Tuesdav, April 9, 2024, in a Modoc County rice field.
Pete married Crickett Garrison on April 20, 1977. They were married for 20 years: and had three wonderful children: Barry Spyres (Kristen), Jada Spyres {Zack) and Jilda Spyres.
Poppa Pete also leaves six grandchildren: Haven Spyres Wright, Cash and Asa Ortiz; Elliott, Lola and Tillie Spyres.
Pete is survived by his sister, Daurice Myres; and brother, Blaine Spyres; as well as
nephews, Knute and Ted Myers; and his niece, Brittany Lima.
He was preceded in death by his parents, and brother, Nathan Spyres.
His family would like to extend their gratitude to his girlfriend and RV traveling partner Joanna Tabarez, for her attentiveness and companionship
A viewing will be held Friday, April 19, 2024, 6-8 pm with a Rosary beginning at 7 pm at McNary-Moore Chapel, 107 Fifth Street in Colusa, California.
A Funeral Mass will be held Saturday April
20, 2024, 10 am at Holy Cross Catholic Church, 408 Laurel Street, Arbuckle, California. Burial immediately following at Arbuckle Catholic Cemetery. Reception afterward at the Arbuckle fire Hall.
Memorial contributions in his name may be made to the Arbuckle Fire Department, P.O. Box 727 Arbuckle, California 95912.
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Crystal Ruble Whiteleather
April 16, 2024
My Deepest Sympathy to the family. Pete alway's did have that big smile! The song "Joy to the World" "Jeremiah was a bullfrog", alway's reminded me of Pete. Maybe when we were all in high school and skipped school, we would all get together and sing this! Those were special days. Love you Pete.
Snooks Bouska
April 16, 2024
I toast our fallen comrade who has fallen from the sky, and was gently caught by God's own hand to be with him on high.
To dwell among the soaring clouds he has known so well before, from victory roll to tail chase, at heavens very door.
As I think of him there, I am sure to hear him plea, take care my friend, watch your six, AND DO ONE MORE ROLL FOR ME.
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