John J. Cardoza III, a life-long resident of Merced County passed away in Le Grand, California on March 16, 2015 at the age of 71 years. John was born to John and Alice Cardoza on January 14, 1944 in Merced, California. He worked as a farmer for 55 years.
John was preceded in death by his grandparents, Joao Cardoza Sr. and Emilia Cardoza; parents, John P. Cardoza Jr. and Alice Cardoza; and stepmother, Margaret Cardoza.
He is survived by his wife, Sandra Cardoza of Le Grand; son, John James Cardoza IV (Susan) of Turlock; daughter, Shawn Marie Bianchi (Fiance David Armstrong) of Atwater; grandchildren, Spencer, Madison, and Zachary Bianchi and Gretchen Cardoza.
Graveside services will be held on Friday, March 20, 2015 at 11:00 a.m. at Calvary Cemetery, 260 West Childs Avenue Merced, CA.
