Liz was born on November 2, 1962 in Sacramento to Don and Lois Medina. She was the third of five kids. Liz grew up in Herald, CA in a large, close-knit family. She graduated from Galt High School in 1981. As an adult she resided in Galt, CA for more than 30 years. Liz was married twice (and friends with long after) to Richard France (Margaret France) and Peter Martin. “Lizzie” was a hairdresser for many years and she loved all her “ladies” that were her regulars. Later, she worked for Blue Diamond Almond Growers in Sacramento, where she had worked many years before with her mother Lois, and ex-husband Rich France. Most recently, she was a full-time grandma to her two young grandchildren who were her pride and joy. Liz loved spending time with her family and friends. She was always up for a visit or for anyone to “Just stop by and say hi”. Liz loved to spend time decorating her home, making jewelry and crafts, going to a good movie and hosting the family every Christmas Eve. Her most recent days were spent spending time with Arthur and Echo, her grandchildren. Her face would light up whenever she would talk about their adventures together.  

Survived by: Liz is survived by her sons Devin France and Wyatt Martin (Maddy Martin). Grandchildren Arthur Martin and Echo Martin. Siblings Connie Smith, Paula Stribling (Tim Stribling), Donald Medina (Liz Medina). Nieces Kelly Carr (Jon Carr), Heather Johnston (Sam Johnston), Johnni Medina, StephanieSchwedhelm (Michael Schwedhelm), Sarah Medina, Ryan Carr, Ava Medina, Violet Johnston, Indie Smith, Ensley Echols, and Ellie Schwedhelm. Nephews Nick Smith (Janelle Cross), Austin Echols, Zack Bautista, Seth Medina, Nathan Medina (Savannah Medina), Jon Carr Jr., Max Bautista, Brodey Johnston, Jack Bautista, Ace Smith, Jett Johnston, Levi Johnston. Father-in-law James “49er Jim” France. Sister-in-law Cherine France. Sister-in-law Kathleen Martin in Florence, Italy.

Preceded in death by: Her mother, Lois DaPonte; her father, Donald Medina; and her brother, John Medina (Stacy Medina).

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