Loretta June Rybicki, 74, entered into rest on April 14, 2015 in Manteca. She was born in Madera, California, June 18, 1940, to Clyde and Evalee Smith.
   Loretta leaves behind the love of her life husband John Rybicki of Manteca. Her children are Anthony Hawkins of AZ, Vickie Madru (Gary) of Manteca, and Alicia Cook (Heath) of Manteca. Loretta was blessed with many grandchildren, Whitney Hawkins, Hilary Hawkins, Darick Cook, Adelyne Cook and Jonhenri Madru and three great grandchildren. In addition, she has one surviving siblings, Clyde Smith Jr. of WA.
   Loretta was a 50 year Manteca resident. She was a preschool teacher at Manteca Christian School for years and eventually would retire. Loretta was a natural nurturer. She loved children. As a preschool teacher, she would take new classes or learn different techniques to further her education, committed to educate them. She loved her family dearly and her grandchildren were the apple of her eye. She will be remembered for her unconditional love and her zest for life. She will be deeply missed.
   P.L. Fry is honored to serve the Rybicki family. A visitation will be held on Monday, April 20, 2015 from 9:30am to 11:30am at P.L. Fry and Son Funeral Home, 290 North Union Road, Manteca, CA.
   Immediately following the visitation a graveside service will be held at East Union Cemetery, 1035 N. Union Road, Manteca at 12:00pm. For condolences to the family please visit our website at www.plfryandson.com search obituaries.       

Manteca (Calif.) Bulletin
Saturday, April 18, 2015