Obituaries

Juan Contreras, Correctional Supervising Cook, passes away

Juan Contreras wearing his uniform.
Juan Contreras

Juan Contreras, Correctional Supervising Cook at California City Correctional Facility (CAC), passed away Dec. 22, 2022.

He started his career at CDCR in September 2007 at Avenal State Prison.

In July 2019, he transferred to CAC, where he remained until his untimely passing.

“Please join us in extending our most sincere condolences to the Contreras family, loved ones and friends during this difficult time,” according to a statement issued by CAC.


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