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William Merwin Mosher, IV passed away January 6, 2017, at the age of 64. He was born January 2, 1953, in Sacramento, California to William G., Sr. and Melba Mosher. After a lifelong battle and suffering with Rheumatoid Arthritis, he’s finally able to rest peacefully.

He is survived by his loving wife of 39 years, Kay (Stokes) of Blair, Nebraska; daughter, Melanie Mosher Baiz (Sean); and grandchildren, Madelyn and William. He is also survived by his mother, Melba Mosher; two sisters, Faye Krull (Robert) and Ouida Garms (Herb); and many nieces, nephews and cousins.

He was preceded in death by his father, William G. Mosher, Sr.; grandparents, Lester and Fay Ledbetter; grandparents, William and Rosalyn Mosher; great-aunt, Alva Barton; uncle, William Ledbetter; and aunt, Madelyn Valensin. He was a graduate of Elk Grove High School and Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo.

He was a fourth generation cattleman in Sloughhouse, CA and South Lake Tahoe, California. During his childhood, he went on many trips and visited many countries with his grandparents. He was owner/operator of the WM Cattle Co. Bill ran cattle from the Barton Ranch to their summer range on family property in South Lake Tahoe. With his easy-going personality, he had the same cattle crew for many years. While serving as President of the Amador El Dorado Sacramento County Cattlemen’s Association, he organized the Cattlemen’s Jackpot Show which he continued for over 30 years. He also served on the Sloughhouse RCD Board and the last several years as Chairman. He hosted many events, including the Sheriff’s Ride and Elk Grove’s Project Ride at the Barton Ranch. He spent many years helping with Elk Grove’s Western Festival Days. Bill was a 45-year member of Elk Grove Parlor #41 Native Sons of the Golden West. He had a love for agriculture, was an avid reader and loved his family.

A very special thank you to the medical staff at Mercy San Juan Hospital for their excellent care and consideration for Bill and his family during this difficult time. Bill was the anchor of the family and will be deeply missed by all.

Arrangements are being made by East Lawn Cemetery, Stockton Blvd., Elk Grove. Funeral Mass will be held at St. Vincent de Paul, 14673 Cantova Way, Rancho Murieta, CA 95683, on Saturday, January 14, 2017, at 10:00 a.m.

Memorial contributions may be made to Project Ride, 8840 Southside Avenue, Elk Grove, CA 95624.

~~~ Obituary courtesy of the Washington County Genealogical Society. Newspaper clippings on file in the Blair Public Library at Blair, Nebraska.~~~