Peggy Mendoza Tucker
September 1931 – January 2026
Peggy was born in Watsonville, California and passed away at the age of 94 in Ceres. She was a longtime member of Mitchell Community Church and worked for both Fosters Freeze and Auto King in Turlock. She was a loving and intelligent mother and grandmother who devoted most of her time to taking care of the children. Her family lovingly referred to her as “Granny”.
Peggy is survived by her children Connie Massey, Ida Weaver, Tracy Mendoza, Bob (Marilyn) Tucker, Helen Wood, Howard Bell, Lloyd Bell; grandchildren Dannelle Lahman, Michelle Pace, Dean Massey, Maci Villegas, and Chad Reeves; and numerous great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband Oral Lee Tucker; parents Joseph and Susan Vaughn; siblings William, Marjorie, Dorothy and Robert; son Clyde Dean Mendoza; son in law Ron Weaver; granddaughter Amanda and great grandsons Steven and Thomas.
Funeral service will be at Allen Mortuary on Friday, January 16, 2026 at 10:00a.m. with interment to follow at Turlock Memorial Park.



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Jeffrey Sparling says
January 10, 2026 at 9:05 amI have fond memories of my aunt Peggy, whom I visited along with her children (my cousins) every time I visited my grandparents, as she lived on a farm not far from their farm. She was always warm and loving with a hearty laugh. May she rest in peace with the lord.
Cyndi Tiernan says
January 8, 2026 at 4:18 pmTracy, Guy and your family’s. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Love Chris & Cyndi. xoxo