Madeline Mevina Fitch, 96, of Marysville went to be with her heavenly father as she was surrounded by her family on January 31, 2024.

Madeline was born on September 13, 1927 to Roy Gear and Adaline Russco Gear in Oklahoma.

She married William Edgar Fitch on June 6, 1947 in Oklahoma.

Bill and Madeline owned a grocery store and gas station in Olivehurst for several years during the 1950-1960's. 

Madeline retired from DelMonte Cannery after 25 years.

She is preceded in death by her parents, husband, two brothers, one sister and one grandson.

She is survived by her son William Dwaine (Bud) Fitch, daughters Darlene Crites (Ron), Fran Hill (JP), and Patricia Kiehn (Thomas). Also by 11 grandchildren, 24 great-grandchildren and 6 great-great grandchildren.

Gravesite services will be held on Saturday, February 10, 2024 at 10:00 am at Sierra View Memorial Park in Olivehurst