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Kenneth Caton Obituary
Apr 20, 1964 - Sept 11, 2013
Kenneth Leonard Caton, 49 of Newman passed away Wednesday.
Mr. Caton was born in Newman, CA where he was a lifelong resident. Kenny was a parishioner at St. Joachim's Catholic Church in Newman. He owned and operated a hay squeeze service for 30 years. He worked hard all of his life and enjoyed his work, especially his customers. He loved to collect and restore antique equipment and enjoyed spending time with his nieces, nephews and family.
Mr. Caton is survived by his companion, Rebecca Saavedra of Newman and her daughters Jena Marquez and Kara Harris; parents, Joe and Mary Caton both of Newman; brothers, Joe (Mary) Caton of Ceres, Robert (Nancy) Caton of Newman and sister, Marie (Norman) Beach of Newman.
A Visitation will be held from 5:00 to 7:00 pm, Wednesday, September 18th followed by a Rosary at 7:00 pm at St. Joachim's Catholic Church in Newman. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 am , Thursday, September 19th at St. Joachim's Catholic Church in Newman. Interment to follow at Hills Ferry Cemetery.
Donations may be made to: TOSCA, PO Box 118, Newman, CA 95360 or St Joachim's Catholic Church, 1121 Main Street, Newman, CA 95360.
Services conducted by Hillview Funeral Chapel, Newman.
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for Kenneth Caton
Kara Harris
August 26, 2025
I love you and miss you so much.
Rebecca Saavedra
May 17, 2020
There's not a day that goes by that something reminds us of you. Forever you'll live in our hearts KENNY CATON, R.I.P.
Rebecca, Kara, Jena
August 17, 2014
Even though time has gone bye without you Kenny, your presence is still felt and theirs not a day that goes bye where something, someplace or someone reminds us of you We miss you so much R.I.P
May 3, 2014
Rebecca
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Rebecca
May 3, 2014
Missing you so much, seeing these hay trucks and squeezes dont make it any easier, brings tears and a smile to my face, memories of you driving your Sexy Squeeze. "If only I had today", my song to you Kenny Caton, R.I.P
Paul Cerutti
April 20, 2014
happy B Day kenny
Andrino's
March 30, 2014
Missing you
Don, Hank and Adam Andrino
March 30, 2014
Well another hay season is starting and Hank has a cutting in the stack already,1st in the area. Kenny we really miss you. Don, Hank and Adam
Becky, Kara, Jena
January 17, 2014
Missing you so much, getting ready to say goodbye to the place Me (Becky), you (Kenny), Kara, Jena, called home and you sharing, loving us for the last 15 years you were here body and soul, RIP
Vickie Di Bella
October 2, 2013
R. I. P. To my brother in law Kenny will always be in our prayers He was a very kind and loving person I am so lucky to have met a good man like Kenny God be with you Becky and the girls will also keep you in their hearts
Denise Cerutti
September 19, 2013
I love you Kenny Caton with all my heart ???? you are and forever will be my dads best friend, we are at a loss without you. I will miss your unique laugh & your heart of gold. You were like a father to me. Rest in paradise Kenny. ??????
Denise Cerutti
September 19, 2013
Love you Kenny
Lana Edwards
September 19, 2013
God received a big hearted, loving, fun filled angel when he received Kenny. I'll always cherish the great memories that I have with you Marie and friends. Your laughter will be in my heart. To the entire Caton Family may God give you peace and put his arms around you. Love to you all!
Katherine Fantazia Cozzitorto
September 19, 2013
My deepest sympathy, thoughts, prayers and love go out to the Caton Family, Rebecca and family and all of Kenny's many friends. A smile that would brighten any room, I have many fond memories of growing up together. Rest in peace Kenny, you will be missed.
Martin Landeros
September 18, 2013
Love,peace & prayers to you & your family i'm going to miss that smile & laugh.Even when i married your cousin you were great to me!! RIP in peace my friend.
Chuck &Glennis
September 18, 2013
To Mary and Joe our deepest sympathies. Kenny you were one of a kind and so special to our family. We will never forget your antics or your smile. Rest in Peace. You will never be forgotten.
Tony and Carol Cabral
September 18, 2013
Please accept our deepest sympathy at this tragic time. May God hold you all in the Palm of His Hand. Rest in Peace Kenny your smile will forever be etched in our memory.
Don Andrino
September 18, 2013
The best man to do business with always dependable,fair,honest after 15 years working with you I never had a unsatisfactory dealing. My heart is a broken for your Rebecca,children and family.Kenny you were a great one and I am lost for words and shocked at our great lost.Rest in peace and I know you are in a better place now.
joseph w
September 18, 2013
So many things on your plate, always had time to share a smile! Now you can look down on us an whisper in are ear, how to clean are plate just a little
so we can smile too! Knowing that we know your
here watching over us! Thx ken
Audra (Rocha) santos
September 18, 2013
I send my deepest prayers and thoughts to Kenny's mom and dad.. Known him since I was little. Very sorry to hear.
jason gomes
September 17, 2013
You were one in a million kenny. Your smile your laugh your helping hand at any time thank you for all the great memories in the" sexy squeeze" Rip love Jason,Carolynn, Bill and Connie
Mario, Juliana and Family
September 17, 2013
Our deepest condolences, Kenny was the sweetest guy who would do anything for anyone, he was always happy and smiling or laughing... He will be forever loved and missed...We love you
Ronnie Romero
September 17, 2013
Was a shock to hear of your passing. I remember the last time I seen you, you said I was Toni's crazy Gma. You always had a big smile on your face, along with a big heart. Kenny you will be missed by many. May you Rest in Peace.
Stephen, Desirae & Adrian Amaral
September 17, 2013
RIP.... Kenny, you will be greatly missed. Prayers to your families.
Mel & Marge Andrade
September 17, 2013
Our thoughts and prayers go out to Becky, Kara, Jena and the Caton family. RIP...Kenny.
Teresa DeRosa
September 16, 2013
You had the greatest smile ever...Even though its been 30 yrs since we last saw each other, I will always remember the times we had at OHS....RIP my friend..till we meet again. My heart goes out to the Caton Family
Susan Densmore-Gary
September 16, 2013
Please accept my heartfelt condolences at this most sad time. My son Bobby Harris and Kenny were part of the Class of 1982, and we shared good times at O.U.H.S sporting events especially baseball. Please know that my prayers are with you.
September 16, 2013
On behave of Border Valley Trading,
We would like to express our deepest Sympathy for your loss.
Inez Di Bella
September 16, 2013
Uncle Kenny it saddens me that you left us but I know we've added an angel to our family, rest in peace!!
ARMANDO,TASHA,JOEL Corellas
September 16, 2013
MAY YOU REST IN PEACE KENNY....ARMANDO IS MISSING HIS BUDDY..
Joe & Marilyn Terra
September 16, 2013
Our sympathy is with the Caton family at this time. We are sending prayers and positive thoughts your way.
Carlos Ornelas & family!
September 16, 2013
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Diane
September 16, 2013
So very saddened by the loss of your loved one. Sending lots of love, hugs, and prayers to all of you..
Marni Edwards
September 16, 2013
My thoughts and prayers are with Caton Family. I am so sorry to hear about the loss of Kenny. I will always remember his laugh. RIP Kenny!
Russell Rocha
September 16, 2013
My deepest sympathy for the Caton family. Kenny and his laugh was always something special.
Estelle Coelho
September 16, 2013
Joe & Mary, I was so sad to hear of your sons passing. May God give you strength in this very difficult time.
John and Georgette Machado
September 15, 2013
Our deepest sympathy to the Caton family. Our prayers are with all of you.
September 15, 2013
God bless your family in there time of loss!you were always a great friend and classmate. May God hold your family close in there time of need. Love , Denise (Hill) Orozco and family.
September 15, 2013
Very saddened by the sudden passing of my friend Kenny. Condolences to his family, may he rest in peace. Will always remember seeing Kenny all over the Newman area heading to do a job. He will surely be missed.
Sincerely, Tim Silber
Debbie
September 15, 2013
Mary Joe and all your family I was very sorry to hear about Kenny. Keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers
Teresa Travao-Brazil
September 15, 2013
Rest in sweet peace my friend.
Prayers and love to all your family.
Brenda Vierra Santos
September 15, 2013
Kenny I was so upset when I heard,I still can't believe it.I will miss your smile & your jokes that always made me laugh...you were a friend to many, enemy of none & will be missed by all who loves you...R.I.P.Kenny
Gary Soares
September 15, 2013
Our hearts are saddened by your loss and our thoughts and prayers are with you.
My brothers ( Herculano ) (Joe )and I
(Gary Soares) grew up with Kenny, we had a lot of good times together. Rest in Peace.
John Wisdom
September 15, 2013
I am greatly saddened by the news of your passing. Not only were you a great friend, you were my brother. You will truly be missed by many. My prayers go out to your family. RIP my brother.
tony arizaga
September 15, 2013
With my deepest sympathy to marie, norman, nancy and all the caton families.
Olive (Machado) & Bill August
September 15, 2013
Mary & Joe & family. So sorry to hear of your loss. May God Bless all the families with the strength & courage that all of you may need to cope with this tragic loss of your son. Take care of each other. Cherish all the memories that he has given all of you. Our thoughts and prayers are with both of you these difficult days.
Olive (Machado) & Bill August
Lisa (Souza) Varni
September 14, 2013
I was so sad to hear the news about Kenny. It's been years since I have seen him but I will always remember him as such a happy guy with a smile on his face. My thoughts and prayers go to his family and friends . I know he will be greatly missed.
Jesse Moreno
September 14, 2013
You will be missed my dear friend prayers go out your entire family
Marcelino Ortega
September 14, 2013
My deepest sympathy to the family Rest in Peace "Kenny"
Larry Gilley
September 14, 2013
Rest in Peace my football brother you will always be remembered!
Mary grace Azevedo
September 14, 2013
Prayers go out to Kenny's family and friends . Kenny rest in peace you will be greatly missed
September 14, 2013
So shocked and saddened to learn about his death. His cousin Ron and I were in the same class at OHS. Remember him well. Thoughts and prayers to the family.
Mary Ann (Borba) Freitas
Rebecca, Kara, Jena
September 14, 2013
Kenny, 14 1/2 years together, but now we awaked only to realize you'll never walk through that kitchen door, we love you and appreciate your open arms that day, you made us your family and let no one take us away, we love and miss you so much, forever you'll be a part of us in everyway, Rebecca,Kara,Jena
Cheryl Fantazia Gerhardt
September 14, 2013
My heart goes out to Kenny's family. I have many fond memories growing up with him. He was loved by many and will be missed greatly. may God comfort you at this difficult time.
Susan &Jordyn Andrade
September 14, 2013
You will always be in our hearts. Not a day goes by that Jordyn doesn't miss her Uncle Kenny. RIP.
Lorrie Silva
September 14, 2013
My heart goes out to your entire family. Kenny was just one of those people who was always genuine and so full of life. He will be missed!
Jeannie Bettencourt
September 14, 2013
Love you Kenny! You will be in my thoughts and prayers always :-)
Lillian Santos
September 14, 2013
Your family will be in my prayers. You were always kind to me and went
out of your way to say Hi. You will be missed
September 14, 2013
Will always remember that devious smile and contagious laugh. God bless.
AnnMarie (Julio) Goldberg
Debbie Gann
September 14, 2013
Rest in Peace Kenny. You will be missed my friend.
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