William G. "Bill" Mosher Sr.

MOSHER, Sr., William G. ''Bill''

William G. "Bill" Mosher, Sr. passed away on July 10, 2008. He was a resident of the Elk Grove area for over 70 years and a 1943 graduate of Elk Grove High School. He was born January 10, 1925 in Clarksburg, CA. He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Melba; one son, William, Jr. and Kay Mosher; daughters, Faye and Bob Krull; Ouida and Herbert Garms. He is also survived by five grandchildren, Kathleen and John Davis, Jackie and Preston Hanford, Melanie Mosher, Jonathan and Georgina Krull and Caitlin Garms and one great-grandchild, Preston Hanford, IV. He also has several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, William and Rosalyn Mosher and sister, Madelyn Valensin. He moved to the current family ranch on Grant Line Road in 1937 at the age of 12. He was a third generation California farmer and told of his grandfather, William Mosher, at one time being the largest bean farmer "in the world." He was a sheepherder, dairyman, horseman and cattleman. He was also an avid sportsman and outdoorsman. Bill enjoyed raising paint and quarter horses on the family ranch. Bill was a member of the Native Sons of the Golden West. He was a key founder of the Elk Grove Chapter of Ducks Unlimited. He was a supporter of the Mercy Foundation, Elk Grove FFA, Project R.I.D.E., recreational opportunities for Kids with Cancer. Bill was a former board member of AFCS. He was active in local politics supporting many local politicians and local businesses. He was also an Honorary Deputy Sheriff. He was honored by the Mexican Government through the Consulate General in Sacramento, CA, for his contributions to the betterment of the immigrant agricultural working communities during these last 40 years within Sacramento County. Bill loved entertaining and having big parties at the ranch. He always made sure everyone was well entertained and well fed. Bill loved life, laughter and all of the many friends he made throughout his lifetime. Everyone will remember Bill for his quick wit & generous heart. Rosary services will be held Sunday, July 20, 2008 at 5:00pm, W. F. Gormley & Sons, 2015 Capitol Avenue, Sacramento, CA and funeral services will be held Monday, July 21, 2008 at 10:00am, St. Joseph's Catholic Church, 9961 Elk Grove-Florin Road, Elk Grove, CA. Interment to follow at East Lawn Memorial Park - Elk Grove. Both services will be officiated by Reverend Monsignor Albert O'Connor. Flowers are welcome or donations may be made to Project R.I.D.E, PO Box 159, Elk Grove, CA 95759.