California Medical Facility (CMF) in Vacaville is mourning the passing of Correctional Officer Sheryl Calalang. She worked for the department for 14 years when she passed away Aug. 8, 2025.
Calalang began her career with the department as a medical technical assistant at CMF in May 2011.
Then, in February 2020, she became a correctional officer at CMF, where she remained until her untimely passing.
“Sheryl was loved by all who knew her and will be missed,” according to the institution.
Funeral mass is scheduled for 10 a.m. Sept. 6 at St. Dominic’s Church, 475 East I Street in Benicia. Graveside service will follow at 11:30 a.m. at St. Joseph Cemetery & Funeral Center, 2540 Church Lane in San Pablo.
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