Mary Bianchi
Obituary
Mary Bianchi died peacefully at her home on March 1, 2021. She was 98 years old.
Mary was born in Monterey on Sept. 24, 1922, to John and Carrie Silveria. She grew up on their ranches in the Salinas Valley and was educated at local schools. In 1944, she married Bob Bianchi and they had four children: Nicki, Kathi, Dana and Craig.
Mary lived her life on the family ranch and was well known for her legendary skills in the kitchen!
She was preceded in death by her husband, Bob; daughter, Kathi; son, Craig; and grandson, Abel.
Mary is survived by her daughters, Nicki and Dana; five grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren.
Additionally: the families of Leonor Rodriquez, Martin Rodriquez, and Hortensia Marble were like family and helped care for her over the years.
Visitation will be at the family ranch on 32726 River Rd. in Soledad on Wednesday, March 10, 2021, from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m., followed by a private Rosary; Mary's favorite devotion.
The Funeral Mass will be celebrated at Soledad Mission on Thursday, March 11, 2021, at 11:00 a.m.
Memorials may be made in her memory to: Soledad Mission, 36641 Fort Romie Rd, Soledad, CA 93960
Published in Salinas Valley Tribune · March 10, 2021