Jacqueline Florence McFaddin's Obituary
A Creative Spirit: Celebrating the Life of Jacqueline Florence McFaddin
May 7th, 1937 - March 16th, 2025
On March 16th, 2025, in Livermore, CA, the world bid farewell to a truly creative soul, Jacqueline Florence McFaddin. Born on May 7th, 1937, at Highland Hospital in Oakland, California, Jacqueline's life was a vibrant journey filled with art, kindness, and confident strides.
From childhood, Jacqueline dedicated herself to the world of art as an artist. Her passion for Arts & Crafts wasn't just a pastime—it was the heartbeat of her life's work, inspiring those around her and adding color to the lives of many. A proud high school graduate from Castlemont High School in Oakland, California, she embraced each opportunity to learn and grow, channeling her education into her artistic endeavors.
Jacqueline's creative, kind, supportive, and confident nature touched everyone she met. Her generous spirit and unwavering encouragement made her a cherished friend and mentor to many.
She shared her life's canvas with her beloved spouses, Clint McFaddin and Clyde Geilfuss, both of whom have since passed. Jacqueline's legacy of love lives on through her daughter, Traci McFaddin, her son, Tim McFaddin, her grandchildren, her very close friend Lila (Bonnie) Rodriguez as well as a host of extended family and friends. Her dedication to assisting animals and her affection for her own dogs, both past and present, remained steadfast. Her family was her masterpiece, and she painted their lives with joy, warmth, and endless support.
As we celebrate Jacqueline's beautiful life, we remember the joy she brought into the world with her heart and her art. May her creative spirit continue to inspire us to find beauty in every day and to live our lives with the same warmth and confidence she embodied.
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