Itai Sunguro, a registered nurse at Pleasant Valley State Prison, passed away July 30, 2024.
He began his career with the California Correctional Health Care Services (CCHCS) in November 2015 as a registered nurse at Pleasant Valley. He remained at the institution until his untimely passing.
“(We) extend our deepest sympathies and condolences to Itai Sunguro’s family, loved ones, and friends during this difficult time. Rest in peace Itai, you will be greatly missed,” according to the institution. “We grieve not only for the loss of an exceptional individual, esteemed colleague, but also, our cherished friend. Itai was a kind, beloved man with a huge infectious smile.”
Services information is not yet available.
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