Obituaries

CMC mourns passing of Darrin Souza

California Men’s Colony is mourning the passing of Electrician III Darrin Souza who passed away June 11, 2025.

Darrin Souza, staff electrician III at California Men's Colony, passed away.
Darrin Souza

Souza began his career with CDCR as an electrician II in July 2024. He then quickly promoted to electrician III in January 2025.

“Our thoughts and prayers are with the Souza family during this time of mourning,” according to the institution.

Funeral services have not yet been announced.


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