Timothy Pedrozo

Timothy Gerard Pedrozo passed away peacefully on December 30, 2024, in Modesto, California, surrounded by loved ones. He was 64 years old.

Tim was born on July 28, 1960, in Merced, California, to Joseph and Barbara Pedrozo (née Silveria). He grew up on the family dairy farm in Merced alongside his five siblings: Joseph Pedrozo (Diana), Mary Dawidczik (Jim), Theodore Pedrozo (Juanita), John Pedrozo (Kelly), and Judy Blackburn (Harry). Tim graduated from Our Lady of Mercy Catholic school in 1974 and graduated from Merced High School in 1978. Tim also attended Merced Junior College where he was apart of the award winning dairy judging team. As a youth, Tim was an active member of 4-H and FFA, earning the prestigious American Farmer Degree through FFA.

In 1999, Tim and his family moved to Orland, California, where they founded Pedrozo Dairy and Cheese Co. Together with his wife Jill (née Richards), Tim crafted farmstead cheese on their property, which was sold at farmers markets, grocery stores, and restaurants throughout California and beyond. In 2022, Tim and Jill retired to Bolivar, Missouri, to be closer to their son Tom, daughter-in-law Heather, and granddaughter Mary.

Tim's love for animals was evident throughout his life. While he had a special fondness for cows, his farm was home to a variety of animals including goats, sheep, pigs, chickens, dogs, and cats. He also had a passion for gardening and cultivated vibrant gardens filled with flowers, fruits, and vegetables across his property.

A dedicated community member and leader, Tim served as a board member for the California Milk Advisory Board and the California Artisan Cheese Guild. He was a 4-H club leader and enjoyed teaching youth. He was a dedicated Catholic, serving the church through teaching catechism and pre-baptism classes. Tim made friends wherever he went through his involvement in various organizations.

Tim is survived by his wife Jill; children Thomas Pedrozo (Heather) and Laura Courpet (Michael); granddaughter Mary Pedrozo; and his siblings and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents Joseph and Barbara Pedrozo and stepdaughter Amanda Johnston.

A Rosary service will be held on Saturday, January 4, 2025, at 2:00 PM with Mass and a reception to follow at Our Lady of Mercy School, 1400 E 27th St., Merced, CA (enter via Santa Fe Drive). In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Our Lady of Mercy School Memorial Fund.