Gary Warren Yazalina passed away peacefully at his home with his family by his side on July 18,2020 at the age of 86 years old. Gary was born on December 18, 1933 in Oregon. After High School Gary enlisted in the United States Marine Corps and served our nation from June 29, 1953 to July 2,1957. Gary’s character of service was Honorable. During his time in the Marine Corp he met his wife, Doris of 63 years. Gary graduated from St. Mary’s College in Moraga, California. He later received a Masters Degree in Psychology and Sociology from USC. Gary dedicated his life to helping the young and old; and was very involved in setting up after school sports programs for the inner city youth and young adults. He was a devout and faithful Catholic. His professional career as a Juvenile and Adult Federal Probation Officer was a perfect compliment to his personal dedication to the lives of others. He served as an Officer of the Federal Department of Probation and Parole for San Francisco, Alameda, and Santa Clara Counties; and was awarded with appreciation for his service.
Gary enjoyed all of life’s activities: and he loved teaching, playing basketball, and long distance running with his co workers, who affectionately call him “Coach”. He also loved the SF Giants, the Sacramento Kings, and the SF 49ers.
Gary is survived by wife Doris and their four adult children, Rosie, Kathy and her husband Bob , Michael and his wife Christina, and Steve and his wife, Shawna; plus grandchildren Krista and Ryan Yazalina; Joseph and Jacqueline Stoesser; and Bayden, Christian James, and Madison Yazalina. All his children and grandchildren love him so much and enjoyed all the time spent together. He is also survived by his sister Warene McGhee and many, many, relatives.
Last known address: 1589 W Swain Road, Stockton, CA 95207