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.
Read more tributes to staff and retirees who have passed away.
Follow CDCR on YouTube, Facebook, X (formerly Twitter). Listen to the CDCR Unlocked podcast.
Related content
Frank Yoldi, retired clinical social worker
Frank Yoldi, a retired clinical social worker from Folsom State Prison, passed away Feb. 28, 2026, just a week shy…
Randall Richardson, retired correctional officer
Randall Richardson, a retired correctional officer, passed away Feb. 28, 2026. Richardson began his career with the department in April…
Nereo Bonilla Jr, retired correctional officer
Nereo Bonilla Jr., a retired correctional officer, has passed away, according to Pleasant Valley State Prison. A date of passing…
Ernest Randall, retired correctional sergeant
Ernest Randall, a retired correctional sergeant, passed away March 2, 2026. He worked for the department for two decades. Before…
Jewerl Thomas, retired correctional officer
Jewerl Thomas, a retired correctional officer, passed away Feb. 20, 2026. He worked for the department from 1995 until 2018.…
Reginald Sears, retired parole deputy administrator
Reginald “Reggie” Sears, a retired parole deputy administrator, passed away Feb. 8, 2026. He retired in 2004 after 30 years…