Felicia "Sheesh" Sanchez McCafferty, aged 48, tragically passed away on August 30, 2020, in Banning, California. Felicia was a lifelong resident of Banning, where she was born on March 11, 1972. She was well-known in her community, having worked as a medical transcriber for 27 years and being an active parishioner at St. Kateri Tekakwitha Catholic Church. Felicia was deeply loved by her family, including her husband Clancy McCafferty, their children, and grandchildren.
Her sudden death left a significant void in the lives of those who knew her.
The circumstances surrounding Felicia's death were particularly tragic. On the evening of August 30, 2020, Felicia was attending a graveside memorial at Summit Cemetery in Banning when a shooting occurred. The Banning Police Department reported that multiple victims were found with gunshot wounds at the scene. Felicia, along with two other victims, Theresa Sanchez and James Lara, succumbed to their injuries. The incident was a shocking act of violence that turned a moment of remembrance into a scene of horror.
In the aftermath of the shooting, the Banning Police Department launched a thorough investigation. Four suspects were identified and arrested in connection with the killings. William Armendariz was charged with murder, while Christopher Armendariz, Melissa Armendariz, and Erica Lomas were charged as accessories to murder. Melissa Armendariz was held on a $500,000 bail and was scheduled to appear in court. The other suspects were awaiting extradition back to California for court proceedings. The police urged anyone with additional information to come forward to aid in the investigation.
The community of Banning was left reeling from the loss of Felicia and the other victims. The violent nature of the incident and the subsequent arrests highlighted the need for justice and closure for the families affected. The legal proceedings against the suspects were closely watched by the community, as they sought answers and accountability for the tragic events that unfolded on that fateful evening.
