Jacqueline Mbeneya, a registered nurse at Central California Women’s Facility, passed away March 18, 2024.
Known as “RN Jackie,” she began her career with CDCR/CCHCS in July 2013 at Central California Women’s Facility in Chowchilla.
“Our thoughts and prayers are with the Mbeneya family during this time of mourning,” according to a statement issued by the institution.
Celebration of life will be held from 1 to 5 p.m., Friday, April 26, at the Jesse E. Cooley Jr. Funeral Home, 1830 S. Fruit Ave., Fresno.
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