Maurice D. Vasconcellos, age 90, passed away peacefully on October 29, 2024. Born on Valentine’s Day in 1934 in Irwin, California, Maurice was raised in Turlock, where he graduated from Turlock High School in 1952. He dedicated 23 years to serving his country in the United States Air Force, retiring as a Master Sergeant.
After his military career, Maurice returned to Turlock, where he became a respected business owner, running a sign shop and later a plastering business. Deeply connected to his community, Maurice was a proud member of the American Legion, the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW), the Turlock Chamber of Commerce, and the Turlock Masonic Lodge. Known for his passion for fishing and a love of NASCAR, Maurice enjoyed life with a zest that inspired those around him.
Maurice is survived by his loving children: Steven Vasconcellos, David Vasconcellos, Stephanie (and husband Randy Bennett), and Rebecca (and husband Jimmy Ebergenyi). He also leaves behind eight grandchildren and three great-grandchildren, who carry forward his legacy. Maurice was preceded in death by his sister Beverly, beloved wife, Nancy Vasconcellos from 1954 to 2007 and Lilia Vasconcellos from 2011 to 2024.
A visitation will be held on Wednesday, November 6, 2024, at 5 PM, followed by the rosary at 6 PM at Allen Mortuary. A “Celebration of life” will follow the rosary Wednesday at Latif’s by Pedretti in Turlock, CA at 7pm.
The Mass of Catholic Burial will take place on Thursday, November 7, at 10 AM at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Turlock, with burial to follow at the San Joaquin Valley National Cemetery in Santa Nella.
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