It is with a heavy heart that I am reaching out to all of you. After getting word about not needing a bone marrow transplant and that his leukemia was in remission, we got news that [12-year IBEW 1245 member and PG&E Fremont materials handler] Cory Winters had passed away in his sleep. Cory leaves… [Read More]
Obituaries
IBEW 1245 notes the passing of these members, with gratitude for their service to the union.
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In Memoriam: Darrel Mitchell
We recently learned that former IBEW 1245 staffer Darrel Mitchell died on November 15. He gave as much to Local 1245 as anyone, and his contributions will benefit our members for years. Darrel was a Gas Service Representative for PG&E in Richmond. He came on staff as a Business Representative in 1973. He was one… [Read More]
Vehicle Accident Claims Life of IBEW 1245 Member Miguel Flores
We are deeply saddened to report that three-year IBEW 1245 member and line clearance tree trimmer Miguel Flores sustained fatal injuries while driving from Eureka to Fresno on Dec. 30.
In Memoriam: Alyssa Fernandez
It is with great sadness that we share the sudden death of IBEW 1245 member Alyssa Fernandez. Alyssa was a standout Customer Service Representative at PG&E San Jose Call Center. After a short hiatus away from PG&E, she returned to PG&E and most recently served as a Routine Field Clerk supporting Fleet. She was 29… [Read More]
IBEW 1245 Member Christopher Landi Loses His Life to COVID
It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of six-year IBEW 1245 member Christopher Landi. Brother Landi worked for PG&E as a GC Gas Utility Construction Inspector in the East Bay, and unfortunately lost his life to COVID-19 complications. His ex-wife Cheryl provided the following words: “It is with great sadness that… [Read More]
COVID-19 Claims Life of 19-Year IBEW 1245 Member Andrew Darby
It is with an extremely heavy heart that we announce the passing of 19-year IBEW 1245 member Andrew Darby, who lost his life to COVID-19 complications. Brother Darby, who worked for PG&E as a Distribution Gas System Operator in San Ramon, was extremely well-liked and respected by his co-workers. “We’re all in shock. It’s just… [Read More]
JOSE VALENCIA 1975-2021
Jose Valencia, CSO Co-worker of Wasco, passed away while on leave and has been laid to rest. Jose started with PG&E as a CSR in the Fresno Contact Center in October of 2010. He transferred to our family in March of 2014 and worked in the Bakersfield Customer Service Office. He later transferred to the… [Read More]
JONATHAN GLOVIER 1995-2021
Jonathan Glovier Four-year IBEW 1245 member Jonathan Glovier was involved in a tragic motorcycle accident, and passed away in the hospital a few days later. Glovier, who worked for PG&E as an apprentice lineman in Hayward, was just 26 years old. He leaves behind a wife and family who are still reeling from the sudden… [Read More]
TREY WOODRUFF 1980-2021
Trey Michael Woodruff, 41, of Willis, Texas, passed away September 18, 2021. Trey was born on June 13, 1980, in Baytown, Texas to parents Mike and Liz Woodruff. Trey was a lifetime resident of Hardin. He graduated from Hardin High School in 1999, where he was a member of the FFA and Liberty County Mounted… [Read More]
In Memoriam: Kit Stice
We are saddened to announce the passing of longtime IBEW 1245 staffer Kit Stice, who lost his life to illness on Aug. 6. “I have hunted, camped, drank, smoked and laughed with Kit. He has been my good friend for 30 years, my business rep and advisor,” said Business Manager Bob Dean. “I already miss… [Read More]