Deborah Ann Dozier (Debbie) passed away peacefully surrounded by her family after a brief illness. Debbie was a Salinas High School graduate. She lived her life with passion and a desire for all to be happy. She was a lover of music of all types and even saw Elvis Presley perform live. She was passionate about chocolate and all epicurean delights. Her Thanksgiving and Christmas feasts, prepared alongside her sister Cathy, are legendary amongst the family. She was a lover and supporter of the local sports teams, especially the San Francisco 49ers, San Jose Sharks and San Francisco Giants. Debbie is preceded in death by her father Robert Dozier, Sr. She is survived by her mother Schirle (McGinn) Dozier and her siblings Robert (Allison), Michael (Kimberly), Kenneth (Gracie) and Catherine (Mitch Wilder). She is also survived by her niece, Kristy, and nephews Travis, Elliott, Trent, Samuel, Bryce, Kyle and Quinn as well as one great nephew, Kasen. She was buried alongside her father in a private service at Queen of Heaven Cemetery. A Celebration of Life party will be held on November 1st, 2015 at 1p.m. You are encouraged to wear purple, Debbie's favorite color. Please RSVP to (831) 424-2202. Donations to the American Cancer Society or the VNA/Hospice in Debbie's honor are deeply appreciated.

James Salomone, 65, of Healdsburg, CA, passed away on April 5, 2021.
The most devoted and loving husband, father and grandfather, James was known for his kindness, humor and generosity. He loved making and drinking red wine (sangiovese was his favorite), cooking, building things, tending to his garden and hobby vineyard and spending time with family and friends.
James was born on February 2, 1956, to Rosalie and Vincent Salomone. He spent his childhood with his parents, three siblings, multiple cousins and aunts and uncles in Monterey, CA. Nature and Agriculture played a role in his life, even at a young age. James grew up active in 4-H and FFA showing steers and pigs, competing in livestock judging competitions and hiking, boating and fishing.

After graduating from Chico State University, where he majored in Ag Business, and spending time in the central valley, the family moved to Healdsburg in 1993. James was very involved in the community – from coaching his daughter's soccer team to acting as swine leader for the Alexander Valley 4-H club. He frequently donated blood and was involved in home winemaking. James received a Master's in Organizational Development from University of San Francisco. He worked for PG&E for 36 years which brought him on adventures all throughout the state of California.

James is survived by his wife, Lidian; daughter, Leslie; son-in-law, Jordan; grandchildren Isaac and Jane; siblings, Maria Farrace, Vincent (Mary Ellen) Salomone, Anthony (Rose) Salomone; nephews Patrick and John; and niece, Sydney, as well as many cousins.

Please raise your next glass of wine in his honor.

Paul Anthony Bandong passed away January 7, 2018. As was his nature, he was giving advice and guidance to a relative when he was suddenly stricken. He passed not long after arriving at Inland Valley Medical Center.

Paul lived his last day as he had lived so many before, in the spirit of his favorite bible verse: Romans 12:1 "Therefore I urge you, brothers and sisters, in view of God's mercy, to offer your bodies as a living sacrifice." Paul loved God and walked in faith, trusting that God had a plan for his life. He had a gift for teaching and encouraging others and was willing to share those gifts with any and all. He had a servant's heart and he helped all in need. We are confident as God welcomed him home that he was greeted with Matthew 25:21 "well done good and faithful servant."

Paul was born in Fort Carson, Colorado, on April 21, 1956. He was the eldest son of Master Sgt. Isidro S. Bandong and Rosalia M. Bandong. Paul was raised in Salinas, California, along with one older sister, two younger sisters and brother. It was here where his story starts. Paul had a photographic memory which served him well in school. He was an exceptional student who regularly scored at the top of his class and challenged the status quo. In addition to academic excellence he was also an extraordinary athlete having played numerous sports growing up. After high school he continued his education at West Point where he competed for both the fencing and boxing teams. The latter of which saw him fighting his way to the New York Golden Gloves boxing tournament.

This time certainly had a profound impact on him, but it was Paul's life after the military that shaped him into the person so many now know and love.

Paul began serving in several churches in the Bay Area and in a very short time, he had become a leader in the Christian Church communities. He led several missions to Mexico where the groups would help build homes, and infrastructures in the Mexican communities. He loved to share stories about his work in Mexico and even just recently he recounted a story to a friend about the challenges of maneuvering a large bus filled with volunteers.

He also remained very active in sports where he served as a coach for youth football, boys' and girls' basketball and track and field programs.

Professionally he began his career in the semiconductor industry in Silicon Valley. In 1985 he was the President and CEO of the first commercial email company, cc:Mail. He also headed up three networking projects for Apple Computers and it was there where he met his wife, Tammy. Tammy worked for a technical recruiting company and Paul was researching candidates. 25 years later you could say he found the perfect candidate.