Robert “Bob” Leland Ledford, 75, of Newman, passed away March 5.
Mr. Ledford was born in Salinas. He was a resident of Newman for 40 years.
He worked as a meat cutter at the Raley’s in Fremont for 33 years.
Mr. Ledford was a U.S. Navy veteran.
He belonged to Orestimba Presbyterian Church, and was a member of the American Legion, the local veterans honor guard, Orestimba 50-Plus Club and Newman Historical Society.
He enjoyed hunting and fishing.
Mr. Ledford is survived by his wife, Katherine Ledford of Newman; a daughter, Stacy Davis of Newman; a brother, John Ledford of Atwater; eight grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his son, Darrel Ledford, and a brother, Elwood Ledford.
A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, March 14, at the Orestimba Presbyterian Church in Newman. Interment will be private.
Hillview Funeral Chapel is in charge of arrangements.
Remembrances may be directed to: Orestimba Presbyterian Church, 1107 Kern St., Newman 95360; Bristol Hospice, 1170 W. Olive Dr., Ste. B, Merced 95348; or: Alzheimer’s Aid Society of Northern California, P.O. Box 60095, Sacramento 95860.