Ruth Diane Vaughn's obituary , Passed away on January 4, 2026 in Turlock, California

Ruth Diane Vaughn

January 19, 1943 - January 4, 2026 (82 years old)

Turlock, California

Ruth Diane Vaughn's obituary , Passed away on January 4, 2026 in Turlock, California

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Ruth Diane Vaughn

January 19, 1943 - January 4, 2026 (82 years old)

Turlock, California

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Ruth Diane Vaughn Obituary

It is always difficult saying goodbye to someone we love and cherish. Family and friends must say goodbye to their beloved Ruth Diane Vaughn (Turlock, California), born in San Diego, California, who passed away at the age of 82, on January 4, 2026. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Ruth Diane Vaughn to show support.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Darris Brown and Mary Brown; her husband Robert Vaughn; and her sister Barbara Kern. She is survived by: her daughters, Jan Bishel (Tom) of Turlock, Sheryl Murphy (Todd) of Wylie and Marlene Ashton (Dale) of Chandler; her stepdaughter Pamela Hernandez (Dee) of Turlock; her brother-in-law Manfred Kern of Germany; and her nephews, Jonathan Kern, David Kern and Stefan Kern. She is also survived by twelve grandchildren and numerous great grandchildren.

Memorial contributions can be made in Ruth's memory to Monte Vista Chapel Missions Fund, 1619 E. Monte Vista Avenue, Turlock, CA 95382.

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January 19, 2026

Joy Collins lit a candle

“I am in shock!! I am so so sorry to hear of Ruth’s passing! She was one of my best friends in high school and an attendant in my wedding ! I had no idea there was a problem!! Love and comfort to her daughters and the rest of her family❤️❤️❤️”


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Jan 14

Graveside service

Turlock Memorial Park
575 N Soderquist Rd, Turlock, CA 95380

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Jan 14

Celebration of life

Monte Vista Chapel
1619 E Monte Vista Ave, Turlock, CA 95382

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