Velma Catherine Pistoresi

She leaves behind her son, Jerry Danieli and his wife Ramona, son Kent Danieli and daughter in law Linda Pistoresi; grandchildren Janell Attebery, Beau Danieli, Brandon Danieli, Breton Danieli, Richard Danieli, Preston Danieli, Ashton Danieli, Daniel Pistoresi, Laura Pistoresi, and Bradley Pistoresi, and eleven great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by Richard Danieli, her first husband of 23 years, son Randy Danieli and Larry Pistoresi, her second husband of 44 years.

Velma was a lifelong resident of Chowchilla. She attended local schools and graduated from Chowchilla Union High School, then attended 4C's college. Velma was active all her life and loved to support Chowchilla. Richard and Velma started Richard Danieli Dairy which was eventually passed on to their sons, Jerry, Randy and Kent. Larry and Velma had Pistoresi Ambulance where you would find them riding around serving the community. She was always right next to Larry dedicating her time to helping at all the Rotary events. She was an active member of the Chowchilla Soroptimist Club and was recognized in 2013 for her service of 35 years. She was also an active member of the Chowchilla Chamber of Commerce, serving as Chamber Manager for many years.

Velma lived a long, happy, and healthy life. She was blessed to have experienced two successful marriages, raise 3 sons, gain a stepson and daughter in laws, and watch her grandchildren grow up and have kids of their own. She was loved and will be missed by many.

Services will be held on Friday, March 31, 2023 at the St. Columba Catholic Church, 213 Orange Ave Chowchilla CA 93610 with visitation at 9:00 a.m. followed by the Rosary at 9:30 a.m. and Mass at 10:00 a.m.