Tuesday, September 14, 2010

California Obituaries 09/14/2010


 

ALBESA (VETCHA) TORRES

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ARLETA J. TURNBULL

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Alice Jane Bower

Alice Jane Bower 85, passed away peacefully at her residence on September 9, 2010. She was born October 25, 1924 in Hamilton, Ohio to John McKinney and Molly Myrtle Hubbard both from Kentucky. Her family eventually moved to Marshall, Arkansas where she met her future husband Charley Everett Bower. They were married in Visalia, CA. Their journeys ultimately led them to the Yuba/Sutter area where she lived in Olivehurst for the past 54 years. She was a housewife, spending summer seasons working at various fruit processing plants. Alice loved working in her yard, fishing, and creating joy for others by crocheting Afghan blankets and giving them to her family and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband Charley. Surviving are her daughters Virginia (John) Browning of Olivehurst and Mary (Larry) Robertson of Arboga; two grandchildren Stacy Bruemmer and Eric Robertson; five great grandchildren: Mikayla Royat, Alayna and Ryland Koen, Reina and Christian Bruemmer. Surviving brothers and sisters are: Dallas Duncan of Leslie, AR, Elsie Caffey of Martinsville, IN, Herbert, Walter, Donald, John McKinney Jr. all of Tulare, CA, and Pauline McKinney of Helena, MT. A graveside service will be conducted on September 16, 2010 at Sierra View Memorial Park at 11:00AM. A visitation period will be held from 10:00AM- 10:45AM in the cemetery chapel. Any donations may be sent to your local hospice. Send Condolences at


 


 

Alonzo Everett

HEMET ALONZO EVERETT Alonzo (Lonnie) Everett, age 92, of Hemet, passed away September 11, 2010. He was born May 22, 1918, in Brainerd, Minnesota. He was a resident of California for 30 years. He served in the Navy during 


 


 

Amelda "Mel" (Brophy) Fuller

Born in San Francisco on January 15, 1921, a proud 4th generation San Franciscan passed away peacefully on September 8th, 2010 at the age of 89. Wife of the late Ernest (Ernie) M. Fuller, sister of the late Madeline E. Soeth, aunt of John J. Soeth, George Soeth, and Elizabeth J. Soeth-Nelson, grand-aunt of five and great-grand-aunt of one. A retired federal employee with 32 years of service, and a graduate of Star of the Sea Academy. A member of NARFE, Chapter 50 San Jose; Ladies Auxiliary VFW Post 1051, American Legion Post 0190, Ladies of the Moose, 1051, and a member of St. Anthony's Catholic Church., Mel loved to bake and was happiest in her kitchen making cookies and baked goods for everyone she knew. Once she knew your favorite dessert it would be proudly served to you from that point on. She baked cookies and sweets for the Veterans Home, VFW, Moose lodge, American Legion, Catholic Church, Friends, Family, and all whom she knew. In addition she baked cookies for our soldiers overseas for many years. Nothing made her happier than seeing the smiling faces of those she loved so dearly enjoying her creations., She was a proud little Irish lady who always held a special place in her heart for her beloved City by the Bay. Incredibly proud of her heritage and ancestry she grew up singing Irish songs with her family. She spoke often of many of her ancestors including her grand-father John Henry Brophy who was a Battalion Chief in the 1906 fire, along with her grandfather Michael Lyons who also helped to save San Francisco. Her remarkable memory and sharp mind help to preserve the family history and genealogy for years to come., Although she could never have children of her own she was always thought of as a mother and a grand-mother to those who knew her best. Teaching her niece Elizabeth to bake at a very young age, her blackberry turnovers from the Russian River will never be forgotten. . ., She lived a long and loving life touching the hearts of many and will be dearly missed by her friends and family., Arrangements are under the direction of PL Fry & Son Funeral Home, 290 North Union Road, Manteca. An online Tribute Wall is available for special messages and condolences at, PL Fry & Son Funeral Home apologizes for the untimely remittance of this obituary.


 


 

Amelda Fuller

Amelda (Mel) (Brophy) Fuller Born in San Francisco on January 15, 1921, a proud 4th generation San Franciscan passed away peacefully on September 8th, 2010 at the age of 89. Wife of the late Ernest (Ernie) M. Fuller, sister of the late Madeline E. Soeth, aunt of John J. Soeth, George Soeth, and Elizabeth J. Soeth-Nelson, grand aunt of five and great grand aunt of one. A retired federal employee with 32 years of service, and a graduate of Star of the Sea Academy. A member of NARFE, Chapter 50 San Jose; Ladies Auxiliary, Post 1051, American Legion Post 0190, Ladies of the Moose, 1051, and a member of St. Anthony's Catholic Church. Mel loved to bake and was happiest in her kitchen making cookies and baked goods for everyone she knew. Once she knew your favorite dessert it would be proudly served to you from that point on. She baked cookies and sweets for the Veterans Home, VFW, Moose lodge, American Legion, Catholic Church, Friends, Family, and all whom she knew. In addition she baked cookies for our soldiers overseas for many years. Nothing made her happier than seeing the smiling faces of those she loved so dearly enjoying her creations. She was a proud little Irish lady who always held a special place in her heart for her beloved City by the Bay. Incredibly proud of her heritage and ancestry she grew up singing Irish songs with her family. She spoke often of many of her ancestors including her grand-father John Henry Brophy who was a Battalion Chief in the 1906 fire, along with her grandfather Michael Lyons who also helped to save San Francisco. Her remarkable memory and sharp mind help to preserve the family history and genealogy for years to come. Although she could never have children of her own she was always thought of as a mother and a grandmother to those who knew her best. Teaching her niece Elizabeth to bake at a very young age, her blackberry turnovers from the Russian River will never be forgotten. . . She lived a long and loving life touching the hearts of many and will be dearly missed by her friends and family. Service for Mrs. Fuller is scheduled for Tuesday, September 14, 2010 at 11:00 a.m. at St. Anthony's Catholic Church, 505 East North St, Manteca, followed by graveside service at St. John's Catholic Cemetery, 17871 Carrolton Rd, Escalon. Friends and family are welcome to attend a Celebration of Life in Mel's honor at the Camellia Gardens Clubhouse, East Yosemite Avenue, Manteca at 2:00 pm after the graveside service. Arrangements are under the direction of PL Fry & Son Funeral Home, 290 North Union Road, Manteca. An online Tribute Wall is available for special messages and condolences at www.plfryandson.com. PL Fry & Son Funeral Home apologizes for the untimely remittance of this obituary.


 


 

Aniasco, Antonio Blanco

Tuesday, September 14, 2010 2:00 AM 

Antonio Blanco Aniasco Resident of Medford, OR born January 1, 1941 in Makati City, Philippines entered into Heaven August 31, 2010 in Portland, OR. .....


 


 

Ann Murphy

Ann Marie Murphy Entered into Eternal Life at home on September 10, 2010 in her native San Francisco. Ann Marie was born in her family's home on Clayton Street to Michael and Sadie McDonald and was the last surviving sibling of her six brothers and sisters, Emmett, Florence, Dolores, Val, Kevin and Myles. She was an alumnus of St. Agnes Grammar School, Star of the Sea High School and Lone Mountain College. She met Christopher Murphy from Limerick Co. Ireland at a KRB dance and they married in 1956 at St. Gabriel Church. They settled in the Sunset district and raised their six children until her husband's death in 1991. Ann Marie was the loving wife of the late Christopher E. Murphy and devoted mother of John, Michael and the late Thomas, Christopher, Ann Marie and Joseph. Proud Maimeo to Christopher, John Joe, Katlyn, Jacalyn, Nicholas, Julia and Lauren. Also survived by daughters-in-law Mary and Joanne and many other loving relatives and friends. She was a teacher with the SF Unified School District and taught for 32 years at Visitacion Valley Elementary School on Schwerin Street. An active member of St. Gabriel's Parish and an Associate of the Sisters of the Presentation. Ann Marie loved life, her family, summers at the Russian River and a well-made manhattan. A woman of faith, patience, endurance and grace, she faced head on the heavy onslaughts that nature threw against her and she stood up with courage and hope and without complaint. Friends may visit on Wednesday, September 15th after 6:00 pm and are invited to attend a Vigil Service at 7:00 pm. The Funeral Mass will be celebrated Thursday at 11:00 am. All services at St. Gabriel Church, 40th and Ulloa Streets, San Francisco. Committal Holy Cross Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Cystic Fibrosis Research Inc. 2672 Bayshore Parkway, Suite 520 Mountain View, CA 94043-1012 or Parkinson's Research Institute.


 


 

Anna Mae Alford

Anna Mae Alford, 63, of Fairfield, died on Sunday, Sept. 5. She was born on Aug. 2, 1947., A rosary will be held on Tuesday, Sept. 14, at 1 p.m. at Fairfield Funeral Home, 1750 Pennsylvania Ave., Arrangements by Fairfield Funeral Home, 425-1041, fairfieldfuneral-home.com.,


 


 

Antonio (Tony) Torres (In Memoriam)

In Loving Memory of Antonio (Tony) Torres July 29, 1986 - September 14, 2003 Thinking of you today and every day. We love and miss you brother. In honor of our brother, a Rosary will be held at his graveside at Hillcrest Memorial Park, at 7:00 p.m.


 


 

Arleta Turnbull

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Arsondi, Robert Anthony (Bob)

Tuesday, September 14, 2010 2:00 AM 

Robert (Bob) Anthony Arsondi Jan. 4, 1925 - Sept. 8, 2010 Resident of Castro Valley, Ca. Bob Arsondi went to be with the Lord .....


 


 

Arthur Hayes Musick Jr.

Arthur Hayes Musick Jr. December 11, 1935 - September 9, 2010 Services will be held on Wednesday, Sept. 15, 11:00 a.m., at the LDS Chapel in Oakhurst, CA for Art Musick, a long time resident of Bakersfield who passed away at his home in Coarsegold Thursday. Art was born in Childress, Texas, the youngest of 5 children of Arthur Hayes Musick Sr. and Janie Pearl (nee Chadwick). When Art was 5 years old his family moved to the Bakersfield, California area. He often told stories of his youth. The love and fun he shared with his three older brothers, Jack, Leonard and Harold, and his sister, Wanda Bushell. Art graduated in 1953 from Kern County High School and shortly thereafter joined the USAF in the Air Police division. Art served in the Air Force from 1953 to 1962. While in the AF he served a year in Korea in the K-9 unit. On his return to stateside was stationed at Mtn. Home AFB where he met and married Lynn in January of 1956. While serving the last 4 years of his enlistment at Moses Lake AFB Washington Art became a marksman traveling around to the different matches. He shot a 22, a 38, and a 45, winning many metals. He was an excellent shot winning his 'leg' on the distinguished shooters. Art and Lynn had 5 children. Two sons: Steven who lived in Bakersfield, CA, Michael of Enumclaw, WA, three daughters: Shannon, Sharon, and Sheryl all of Bakersfield. He is survived by his wife, Lynn; daughter-in-law, Mica Musick; son and daughter-in-law, Michael and Kathleen Musick; his three daughters and their husbands, Shannon and Ken Ricks, Sharon and Chris Alcock, Sheryl and Shannon Rock, and their families; his brother, Harold and wife Lorraine Musick. Art has 27 grandchildren and 15 great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews as well as great nieces and nephews. Art was preceded in death by his parents, Arthur Sr. and Janie Pearl Musick; two brothers, Jack and Leonard; his sister, Wanda; a grandson, Ron Mota; and his oldest son, Steven. Art loved playing golf. His love of this game led him to retire in YLP where until his health deteriorated you could find him on a golf course 3 or 4 days a week. Art, though seemingly quiet, had a great sense of humor and his children who loved him dearly have always delighted in playing jokes on him. One of his birthday cards said they had thought about getting him some new longer distance balls but decided he wouldn't want to hike any farther into the woods to get his ball than he was now. On a gift of golf balls one of them wrote a note to the effect that why didn't he take golf lessons so they wouldn't have to buy him golf balls on all of the holidays for fathers. Art actually beat the course record holder here at YLP. The official record was 58 - Art shot a 56, though two other players witnessed it; it was not witnessed by two Men's Club Members. So his score was not "official", but still an exciting and wonderful moment for Art. Art was a gentle and humble soul and if the greatest gift a father can give to his children is to love their mother, our children certainly received this gift. Art's strong belief in our Savior Jesus, and his willingness to serve was always a source of strength and an example for his family. Art had a beautiful voice and was always singing. His memory for songs was astounding. My Art... Until that wonderful day when we can be together forever, your songs, your jokes, your smile, your strong ethics, your sweet loving, kind and gentle nature will be a source of strength and comfort in our hearts and lives. We love you.


 


 

Arthur Moran

Arthur J. Moran, "Art", Resident of Sunnyvale, At rest peacefully surrounded by his family on Thurs. Sept. 9, 2010 in Menlo Park, CA at age 96 years. Art was born June 15, 1914 in Rochester, NY. Predeceased by his brothers Curtis, Howie, Al "Hiker", Raymond "Red" and his sister Millie Yahn. Art is survived by his loving wife Winifred "Winnie" of 69 years, his son Patrick and his wife Ardella, daughter Mary Farmer and her partner Ray Delgado, three grand-daughters: Letha, Tina, and Maggie, seven great grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. Art was a proud veteran of the, . He enjoyed his retirement and golf was his favorite pastime., The family will be receiving guests Sat. Sept 18 at 10:00 A.M. prior to the Memorial Mass at 11: 00 A.M. at St. Cyprian Catholic Church, 1133 W. Washington Ave., Sunnyvale. Reception following in the Church Rectory. Art's Family would like to express their gratitude to Veterans Administration BLDG 331"D WING" for the wonderful care and love extended to Art during his stay. In lieu of flowers contributions preferred to: VAPA Post Fund #2803, 795 Willow Rd., Bldg. 331-D Wing, Menlo Park, CA 94025., Please view/sign guestbook at


 


 

BRYCE CHATFIELD FLETCHER

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Baker, Barbara Caryl Eakle

Tuesday, September 14, 2010 2:00 AM 

Barbara Caryl Eakle Baker Dec. 20, 1942 - Sept. 10, 2010 Formerly of Castro Valley Her days with the Lord, on earth were 67 ..... 


 


 

Barbara Boylan Schager

Barbara Boylan Schager 1965 - 2010 A Memorial Mass will be held Wednesday, Sept. 15, at 10:30 a.m. at St. Francis of Assisi Church, 900 "H" Street, for Barbara Boylan Schager, who passed away in Ames, Iowa on September 9, 2010, the day before what would have been her 45th birthday. Barb was the second of six children born to Helen and George Haller. She was raised and educated in Bakersfield, graduating from Garces Memorial High School and California State University Bakersfield. She married Kevin Boylan and together they had two sons, Jimmy and Matt. They were married for nine years before she lost her husband following an automobile accident. Barb's grief seemed insurmountable, and she was resigned to a life as a single mother. But Barb's faith became her lifeline. She began collecting the coins she would find on her daily walks, wondering whether God was sending her a message. The coins' inscription, "In God We Trust", resonated with her. A year later, a new chapter began to unfold when she was introduced to Jason Schager at the wedding of mutual friends. They married in 2001, and Barb and the boys settled into life in Iowa, planting roots with Jason. Two days after Barb's 43rd birthday, she was diagnosed with Pancreatic cancer. With an indomitable resolve, she vowed to use her battle to heighten awareness of this disease and raise money for research. Friends, family, and complete strangers formed 'Barb's Army', and for nearly two years her sister Mary Kay chronicled her journey for everyone on her website,, . Through it all, Barb never lost her infectious smile, sparkling eyes and unique personality. Her stunning good looks belied the true beauty that was more than skin deep. Blessed with the gift of gab, Barb was a natural saleswoman, beginning at the age of eight selling Grandpa's surplus vegetables door to door out of her little red wagon. She eventually took her talents to real estate, telemarketing and retail fashion. Barb loved life and treasured her family ties and many rich friendships, as well as the multitude of parties that celebrated life's many milestones. In addition to her husband, sons and parents, those left to cherish her memory are her siblings and their spouses, Mary Kay and Ken Link, Dianne and Dave Peranich, Joan and Jeff Finch, Katie and Scott Metcalf, and Daniel and Tiffany Haller. She is also survived by her in-laws Joyce and Bob Schager, Scott and Ginger Schager, and Cindy and David Brown, as well as Doreen Boylan Abrams and Bob Abrams, Greg and DeDe Boylan, Jennifer and Dan Drake, Jennice and Steve Cerrina, Bryan and Traci Boylan and 27 nieces and nephews. Barb kept every Get Well card and intended to someday send a note of thanks. Though that day never came, her family wishes to thank each and every person for their thoughtfulness on her behalf. "Trust God" was the life lesson she carried with her through the grief process, and later, the fight of her life. It is now one of the greatest gifts she has taught Jason, Jimmy and Matt. In lieu of flowers, donations in Barb's memory may be made to one of the following organizations dear to her heart: Mayo Clinic/Pancreatic Cancer Research, 200 First Street Southwest, Rochester, MN 55905; St. Vincent de Paul Homeless Center Project, P.O. Box 3255, Bakersfield, CA 93385; Garces Memorial High School, 2800 Loma Linda Drive, Bakersfield, CA 93305. Those attending her celebration of life are encouraged to wear purple, the designated color for pancreatic cancer research. "My three favorite concepts, the ones that brought me to Ames, will carry me through this next journey - faith, hope and love." - Barbara Boylan Schager - 2008, www.bakersfield.com/obits


 


 

Barbara J. Orrill

Born Barbara Joan Bentley in Fon du Lac, Wis. in 1933. Barbara Orrill died August 9, 2010 in Rancho Mirage, Calif. She was a long time resident in Los Alamitos, Calif. where she was in Real Estate and generously volunteered her time. She retired to Palm Springs, Calif., where she has lived for the last 12 years. Preceding her in death, her parents, Ralph and Julia Bentley; her brother, Ronald Bentley; her sister, Marilyn Bentley; her beloved husband, Robert L. Orrill. She is survived by her two sons, Carol and Robert Michael Orrill of Flagstaff, Ariz. and Emily and Jon Bentley Orrill of Reno, Nev.; her two brothers, Nina and Richard Bentley of Westport, Conn.; Diane and James Bentley of Fon du Lac, Wis.; her five grandchildren, Meghan, Kristina, Michael, Mandy and Jesse; and five nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be in Palm Springs on Saturday, November 6, 2010.


 


 

Barbara Jean (Barker) Howard

Barbara Jean (Barker) Howard February 5, 1931 - September 11, 2010 Howard went to be with her Heavenly Father on September 11, 2010 after an extended illness. She was born on February 5, 1931in Cattleburg, KY and moved to California in 1952. Barbara is survived by seven children, Harvey Howard, Lynn and husband Allen Marantos, Joe and wife Virginia Howard, Tommy and wife Janice Howard, Sally Duggan all of Bakersfield, CA; Robert Howard of Arvin, CA and Mary Jane Howard of Lamont, CA; brothers, Donald and Kenneth Barker of Ashland, KY, James and wife Barbara Freeman, Douglas, Robert and wife Karen Freeman and John Freeman, all of Marion, OH, and Paul and wife Mary Freeman of Vermilan, OH; sister, Loretta and husband Paul Clark of Lorain, OH; 21 grandchildren and 12 great-great- grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. Barbara was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Burl Howard of 61 years; mother, Bessie Barker Freeman; father, Dennie Barker I; stepfather, Vergel Freeman; brothers, Dennie Barker Jr., and Phillip Barker. Barbara Jean loved to spend her days with her children and grandchildren and she enjoyed listening to her Christian music. She will be deeply missed!! Chapel service will be held on Friday, September 17, 2010 at, 10:00 a.m. at, Greenlawn Southwest Memorial Chapel, 2739 Panama Ln. Visitation will be held on Thursday, September 16, 2010 from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. Greenlawn Southwest Mortuary


 


 

Barbara Lee Gates

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Bernardo F. Novella

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Betty Jo Kinkade

Betty Jo Kinkade 1928 - 2010 Graveside service will be Friday, Sept. 17th, at 11:30 a.m., at Hillcrest Memorial Park. Betty Jo Kinkade passed away of natural causes while visiting her daughter in Reno, NV, Sept.7, 2010. Betty Jo Morris was born in Taft, CA where she met her husband of 56 years, Archie Don Kinkade, who retired from the California Highway Patrol in 1981. Betty Jo and "Don" made their home in Bakersfield for over 50 years. They lived short periods in Garden Grove, Ridgecrest, Tehachapi and Paso Robles while Archie worked for the CHP. Betty Jo was a homemaker, mother and talented lady who will be missed dearly by all who knew her. She enjoyed and pursued many talents during her life, not the least of which were home decorating, sewing, crocheting, knitting, oil painting, ceramics, playing piano and singing. Betty Jo had a beautiful soprano voice and could sing to her own piano accompaniment or a Capella. Betty Jo performed the Lord's Prayer and Ave Maria many times merely for the asking. She was preceded in death by her husband, Archie Don Kinkade; her mother, Ermina Stella Morris; father, Joseph Marion Morris, both of Taft CA; and grandson, Jason Griffin of Reno, NV. Betty Jo is survived by daughters, Nancy Ilene Clements and son-in-law Wes Clements of Bakersfield; Jeanne Ann Crozier and son-in-law Paul Crozier, of Reno, NV; grandchildren, DeAnn Kizzar, Christopher Clements, Adam Clements, all of Bakersfield, Ron Griffin, Jr., Paris, TX, Shelley Bradley, Portland, OR; 12 great grandchildren; siblings, Florin Morris of Bakersfield, Dick Morris of Cotter AR, Bob Morris of Salinas, CA; many nieces and nephews.


 


 

Betty Lou Carolyn Whitten

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Betty Mae Ferris

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Beulah Hahn

Beulah Hahn, 94, of Desert Hot Springs, Calif., passed away at Mountain View Manor on September 5, 2010 of natural causes. She was born Beulah Henson on July 2, 1916 to William and Olena Henson in Monet, Mo., where she grew up with her sisters Vera, Ogretta and Wanda, and her brother Raymond. Her small but deeply loved family that survives her includes her sister, Wanda Jones of Bourbon, Mo.; her son, William G. Baker of Folsom, Calif.; her granddaughter, Sharri Anderson and husband Doug of Geneseo, N.Y.; and her two great-granddaughters, Emily and Georgia. Bea was incredibly blessed to have three loves in her life, all of whom sadly predeceased her: James Baker, her first husband of over 50 years; Frank Conway, her husband of ten years; and her most recently cherished and lost husband Leroy Hahn. Bea worked for 17 years at the Sacramento Municipal Utility District (SMUD) in Sacramento, Calif., and after she retired, she and James relocated to their desert property in Desert Hot Springs. Bea worked for many years in the office of nearby Sky Valley Park, and after James passed away, she moved to Sky Valley where she lived happily for over two decades. Open-hearted, generous, quick-witted and funny, Bea loved spending time with the many friends she made throughout her lifetime, and she enjoyed cooking, playing cards, going to garage sales, and traveling. Most of all, she loved the desert and she loved her family. A Celebration Service of Bea's life will be held on Friday, September 10, 2010 at 10:00 AM at Force Hall in Sky Valley Park, 74711 Dillon Road, Desert Hot Springs, CA. Inurnment will be in Pierce City Cemetery, Pierce City, Mo. at a later date. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to Foundation for His Ministry, P.O. Box 74000, San Clemente, CA 92673-0134.


 


 

Bill Mezner

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Bonita Mette

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Bonnie K. Welinske

Memorial services for Bonnie K. Welinske, 75, of Vacaville, will take place at 11 a.m. on Thursday, Sept. 16, at St. Joseph's Catholic Church, Vacaville. She was born in Clinton, Ark., on Sep. 28, 1934, and passed away on Sep. 5, 2010. Arrangements are by McCune Garden Chapel, 448-6546., , Share your loved one's story with a Legacy.com Memorial Website.


 


 

Brecht, Gordon

Saturday, September 4, 2010 2:00 AM 

Gordon Brecht went to meet his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on September 1, 2010. He will be missed greatly by his family and .....


 


 

Brown, Norman Jack

Tuesday, September 14, 2010 2:00 AM 

Norman Jack Brown, Jr. Resident of Livermore Norman Jack Brown Jr., born June 22, 1931 in Red Bluff, CA, to Agnes Dene Hillhouse & ..... 


 


 

CAROLYN LEE FEER

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CLIFFORD "SKIP" GRAY

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Candida do Conceicao (de Avelar) Freitas

Our beloved wife, mother, sister, and grandmother Cándida do Conçeicão de Avelar Freitas passed away on Thursday, September 9, 2010., She was born to Francisco and Emilia de Avelar on January 29, 1922 in Santa Cruz das Flores, Azores and emigrated to the U.S. in 1951. She first lived in the Fresno area and then, for most of her life, in Kings County. She married Ernest W. Freitas in 1963. In 1966 they opened Ernie's Liquor and retired in 1987 to Nipomo, CA for a short while before returning to Lemoore. Cándida, known to her family and friends as Candy, was an exceptional homemaker and seamstress. Her mastery of exquisite detail for formal dresses and capes for the queens and her attendants for various Portuguese IDES festivals in the Central Valley in the 1950's and 1960's was renowned. Those who were fortunate to have heard them loved her intricate and melodious renditions of classic Azorean festival marches and fados., She is survived by her husband, Ernie of Lemoore; sister, Emilia Lopez of Fresno; son Roy Rosa of Lemoore, daughter, Maria Wosick of Citrus Heights, son, Joseph Rosa of Sacramento; four grandchildren, Randy, Nicole, Timothy, and Kimberly and one great-granddaughter, Esme. She will be dearly missed., A viewing will be held on Tuesday, September 14, 2010 from 4-7 p.m. at Phipps Dale Funeral Chapel in Lemoore. There will be a Recitation of the Rosary before the funeral service on Wednesday, September 15, 2010 at 10:00 a.m. Internment will be at Calvary Cemetery in Fresno immediately after the service., Arrangements are under the direction of Phipps-Dale Funeral Chapel in Lemoore.


 


 

Carlevato, Dorothy Lee

Tuesday, September 14, 2010 2:00 AM 

Dorothy Lee Carlevato Nov 22, 1940 - August 28, 2010 Resident of San Leandro, CA A resident of San Lorenzo Village for 60 years, .....


 


 

Carlos Soria

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Carmen M. Bowman

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Carol Lee Bustos

Carol Lee Bustos 1943 - 2010 Mother, Grandmother, Sister, and Friend In loving memory of Carol Bustos who touched so many lives and was so loved by all that knew her. Carol was born on November 24, 1943 in PA and went to be with her Lord and Savior on Sept. 9, 2010 in Bakersfield, CA, due to a previous stroke and recent surgery complications. Carol is preceded in death by her parents, Arthur and Roberta Dye and her former husband and father of her children, Ray Bustos. She is survived by her sons, Michael and Patrick Bustos; daughter-in-law, Ema; 4 grandchildren, Nicholas, Jacob, Mariah and Stephanie, all of Bakersfield, CA; brother, James Dye; and niece, Amanda, both of Del City, Oklahoma. Carol was a loving Mother and indulging Grandmother who was nick-named as "Xtreme Granny" because she believed they were a part of her heart and soul. Throughout her life, Carol was a compassionate friend to all and always had a smile and a quick wit for all who met her. Carol loved to travel with her friends and family since she retired from the Department of Interior in 2006. However, her love and devotion was the raising of her sons and grandchildren as well as her precious yorkies, Sam and Sissie. We will all miss her terribly but rejoice that her suffering is no more. Visitation will be held today Tuesday, Sept. 14, 2010 from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. with a Rosary starting at 6:00 p.m. at Greenlawn Southwest Memorial Chapel, 2739 Panama Lane. Funeral service will be held Wednesday, Sept. 15, 2010 at 10:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers, you may contribute to the Bakersfield Rescue Mission in care of Greenlawn. Greenlawn Southwest Mortuary


 


 

Carolina Esquejo Lumagui

Mrs. Lumagui passed away on the evening of Sept. 7, 2010, in Sacramento., She was born in Manila, Philippines, on Nov. 4, 1958., A Mass of Christian Burial for Carolina Esquejo Lumagui, 51, will be held at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 14, at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church, 2700 Dover Ave., Fairfield., Viewing will be on Saturday, Sept. 11, and Sunday, Sept. 12, from 5 to 8 p.m. and Monday, Sept. 13, from 6 to 9 p.m. all at Vaca Hills Chapel Funeral Home, 524 Elmira Road, in Vacaville. Burial will be at the Vacaville-Elmira Cemetery., Arrangements are by Vaca Hills Chapel Funeral Home, 446-3233.


 


 

Carolyn F. Lobban

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Catherine Virginia Butler

May 6, 1961 - September 6, 2010 


 


 

Charles W. Meyers Sr.

Charles W. Meyers, Sr. In his native San Francisco, September 12, 2010. Beloved husband of Alene Meyers; loving father of Charlene (Dave) Hansen, Charles W. "Chip" (Linda) Meyers, Jr., and Geraldine "Gerri" (Brent) Brown; devoted son of the late Charles and Lucy Meyers; loving Poppie of Lisa (Mike), Shelley (Chris), Kevin, Megan, Analisa, Alexandra, Christiana, Ashley and Tyler; dearest great-grand father of Taylor Michelle. A proud native son of the "City of St. Francis", Charlie enlisted in the U.S., in 1942. He graduated from Alvarado Grammar School, James Lick Jr. High, Sacred Heart High School, 1939, City College of San Francisco and University of San Francisco, 1944 and Golden Gate University. Charlie served San Francisco as a State Assemblyman from 1948 to 1970. He was a member of the San Francisco Forum; Knight's of Columbus and a Fourth Degree K of C; Young Men Institute S.F. Council #1; Ancient Order of Hibernians; Native Sons of the Golden West Guadalupe Parlor; San Francisco Friars Club; Disabled American Veteran's; the San Francisco Bay Area Emerald Society, and Charter member of the United Irish Cultural Center. Charlie was a member and officer of numerous other organizations which he supported over the years. In 2007, Charlie was honored by the University of San Francisco for recognition of his many years of public service. Charlie will be sorely missed by his family and friends, his annual crab feeds, his encouraging phone calls to attend the various events he supported, his gregarious laughter, infectious smile and his generous gift of bubble gum. Friends may visit after 6:00pm Wednesday, September 15, 2010 at St. Stephen Church, 601 Eucalyptus Dr (& 23rd Ave), San Francisco where a Vigil Service will be held at 7:00pm. The Funeral Mass will be Celebrated Thursday at 10:30am at St. Stephen Church. Private Interment Holy Cross Cemetery. Donations may be made in memory of Charlie to St Vincent de Paul Society, Donations, 169 Stillman St, San Francisco, CA 94107 or the Cristo Rey Discalced Carmelite Monastery, 721 Parker Ave., SF, CA 94118-4297 preferred.


 


 

Christina "Chris" Chan

Christina "Chris" Chan, 31, died July 9, 2010, of a fall on Eichorn Pinnacle, Yosemite National Park, Calif. An ardent climber, she was also studying for her doctorate in political science at Stanford University.


 


 

Clara Mae Butler Champion

Clara Mae Butler Champion of Sebastopol, CA, passed away peacefully at her home on September 12, 2010. "Mommae," as she was known to her family and friends, was born in Agaña, Guam, January 18, 1919, to Chester Carl Butler and Ignacia Bordallo Butler. Married 52 years to the late Milton H. Champion, US Army Air Corps, Ret., she was mother to Consuelo Burdette of San Jose, CA, Jacqui (Gary) McMahon of Santa Rosa, CA, Gerard (Cecilia) Champion of Agaña, Guam, Gregory Champion, Donna Champion, and Ron (Jill) Champion, of Sebastopol. She is survived by 13 grandchildren and 18 great-grandchildren. Predeceased by her grandson, Steven McMahon, and brothers Harry, Ben, and Jim Butler. She is also survived by her two sisters, Sister Carmencita and Sister Martha, Carmelite order, in San Francisco, CA. Mae and Milton were married on Guam in 1939. She came to live with her husband in Oakland after a whirlwind romance and honeymoon in Honolulu. Mae and her family lived in Oakland, eventually settling in Sebastopol, where they built, owned and operated the A&W Drive-In for many years. She enjoyed family gatherings, music, laughter, travel, genealogy, gardening, and volunteering in church activities where she taught religious education for many years. A member of the YLI of St. Sebastian's Parish, Mae was a woman of deep faith who instilled in her children and grandchildren the power of prayer. Visitation will be held at PLEASANT HILLS MORTUARY, 1700 Pleasant Hill Rd., Sebastopol, Wednesday, Sept. 15, 2010, 5:00-7:00 p.m., followed by recitation of the Rosary at 7:00 p.m. A funeral Mass will be held at St. Rose Catholic Church, 398 10th St., Santa Rosa, CA, on Thursday, Sept. 16, 2010, 1:00 p.m., followed by burial at Calvary Catholic Cemetery, Santa Rosa. Donations may be made to Little Sisters of the Poor, St. Anne's Home, 300 Lake St., San Francisco, CA 94118.


 


 

Clark, Jimon

Thursday, August 26, 2010 2:00 AM 

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Clay Eugene Routh

Clay Eugene Routh, 56, of Vacaville, was born on Aug. 10, 1954., He was the youngest son of Andrew and Jennie Routh, of Porterville, Calif. He entered heaven on Sept. 4. Clay was a proud Army veteran and served at Fort Ord, Calif., and Stuttgart, Germany., For 25 years, Clay took pride being a masonry contractor and the beauty of his masonry projects will remain in the Vacaville-Northern California area for many years to come. He will be remembered as a hardworking, kind and giving man with a lot of personality. Clay loved to scuba dive, and would dive anywhere especially in the warm waters of the Cayman Islands. He was also an avid San Diego Chargers fan., Clay is survived by his son, Jason Routh of Vacaville, Calif.; daughter, Katrina Routh of Vacaville, Calif., and former wife of 30 years, Anita Routh of Vacaville, Calif. He is also leaving behind one brother, Jim Routh of Arizona; two sisters, Paula Morris of San Diego, Calif., and Wilma Gorman of Bakersfield, Calif.; and numerous cousins, nieces and nephews., A visitation will be held on Sunday, Sept. 12, from 4 to 7 p.m. at McCune Garden Chapel. A funeral-graveside service will be held on Monday, Sept. 13, at 10 a.m. at the Vacaville-Elmira Cemetery. Arrangements are by McCune Garden Chapel, 448-6546, www.mccunechapel.com.,


 


 

Collier, Kathleen Gomez

Monday, August 16, 2010 2:00 AM 

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Craig Holden

Craig Holden Resident of Mountain View Craig passed away September 6, 2010 at the age of 86. He is survived by his loving and devoted wife of 63 years, Marjorie. He will be deeply missed by his son John (Sharon), his grandchildren David (Melissa), Carla (Rich) and his great grandsons Brendan and Jeremy. Craig is preceded in death by his son Kenneth. Craig had a life-long love of the mountains. He enjoyed rock climbing, backpacking, skiing, fishing and just being in the high Sierra. He was loved by his family and many friends. He will be missed by all. Services are pending.


 


 

Cunningham, Helen Jane

Tuesday, September 14, 2010 2:00 AM 

Helen Jane Cunningham Feb. 14, 1924 - Sept. 9, 2010 Longtime Concord Resident Helen Jane Martin Cunningham, 86, died at Mercy Retirement & Care ..... 


 


 

Curtis Breckenridge

Curtis Breckenridge, 69, died Aug. 15. . 


 


 

Cynthia Keene

Cynthia Anne Keene Resident of Santa Clara Born September 25, 1930 entered into rest September 7, 2010. Cynthia lovingly known as Nanny is survived by her Son David Keene of Seattle, her Daughter Diana Pozas-Silva of Los Gatos Granddaughter Jennifer Pozas, Grandsons Bryant, James and Chad Pozas and Great Grandchildren, Rhandy, Ryan, Braelyn, Kiele, Jamison, Leila, Emma and Gracyn. A gathering will be held to celebrate Nanny's life on what would have been her 80th birthday on Saturday Sept. 25th at the Pozas-Silva home at 2pm. Nanny will always be remembered for her strong spirit, her sharp wit and her love for life. We will miss you.


 


 

David Lentz Shockley

David Lentz Shockley, 74, of Wickenburg, Ariz. passed away September 2, 2010 in Surprise, Ariz. He was born October 27, 1935, to Charles B. Shockley and Mabel Nichols in Nashville, Tenn. He is survived by his daughter, Elizabeth Shockley; his son, Bruce Shockley; his sisters, Gwen Smith and Ann Greathouse; five grandchildren and one great-grandchild. He was preceded in death by his son, Alan Shockley. Celebration of Life will be at 11:00 AM, Tuesday, September 21, 2010 at 23029 N. Cave Creek Rd., Phoenix, AZ 85024. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests that donations be made to Elizabeth Shockley, P.O. Box 2705, Wickenburg, AZ 85358.


 


 

David Lewis

David Lewis, 54, of Palo Alto, Calif., was a founder of the East Palo Alto non-profit group Free at Last, which supported those overcoming substance abuse problems. He was fatally shot June 9, 2010, in the parking lot of Hillsdale Shopping Center, San Mateo, Calif.


 


 

David M. Parrish

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David William Wise, Sr.

Thursday, January 14, 2010 5:52 PM 

David Wise, Sr., 48, passed away on December 19, 2009. "AKA" to his friends "White Man Dave". David was born in Lindsay, California. He went to Burton and Monache Schools. He was married to Rosa for 21 years and has one son, David Wise, Jr., one...


 

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Dean Curtis Lackey (In Memoriam)

In Loving Memory of Dean Curtis Lackey August 22, 1980 - September 14, 2000 It has been ten long years since our Lord Jesus took you in His arms, our precious son! We miss you more now then ever before. We are prepared to meet you again when that time comes, blessed be that day! Your brother Clint now has a baby girl, Madelynn Grace Lackey. She is so beautiful. That's right. You are now Uncle Dean! Son, we love you so much and think of you every single day. You gave us so much to be proud of in your short 20 years here on God's earth. Every year, your memorial scholarship helps a Driller baseball player pay for some of his college expenses. You are still giving to others as you did here on earth! Your friends still come by and visit and your cousins never forget to tell us how much they miss you too! We love you so much! Until we meet in Heaven... Mom and Dad


 


 

Deanne M. Mason

Deanne M. Mason 71, of Desert Hot Springs Calif. died on August 20 2010 in Desert Hot Springs. She was born December 18, 1938 to Dwight B. Means and Betty Feick Means in Pittsburgh Penn. She owned ABCDee's Secretarial Services in Palm Springs, and worked at Taxes by Cynthia in Cathedral City, and Glen Realty in Yucca Valley. She was a member of the 222 Club. Deanne is survived by her daughter Kim Mason of Desert Hot Springs Calif., sons Mark Britza (Rebekah) of Desert Hot Springs Calif., Mike Mason of Desert Hot Springs Calif., brother Dwight "Skip" Means of Pittsburgh Penn., 3 grandchildren, Tiffany Rodriguez (Paul), Chase Bone, and Cameron Mason, and 2 great-grandchildren, Sebastion Rodriguez and Justin Rodriguez. Memorial services will be from 3pm to 9pm on September 18 2010 at Sky's Haven Mobile Home Park, 1477 Palm Drive, Desert Hot Springs Calif. The family suggests that donations be made to your charity of choice in her name.


 


 

Dennis Ross Brownfield

Tuesday, January 12, 2010 6:20 PM 

Dennis Ross Brownfield, Citrus Rancher A memorial Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Thursday, January 14 at 10:30 AM at St. Aloysius Catholic Church in Tulare for Dennis Ross Brownfield, 73 of Lindsay who passed away January 11. The Reverend... 


 


 

Diane Marie Erdelyi

Diane Marie Erdelyi Diane Erdelyi was born in 1945 to Gertrude M. and Steve T. Erdelyi (both deceased) in New Orleans, Louisiana and passed away in Los Alamitos, California on September 5, 2010. She attended St. Charles Borromeo Catholic School in Destrehan, Louisiana, graduating in 1963. She attended


 


 

Donna West

Donna West January 4, 1933 - September 8, 2010 Graveside services will be held for Donna and Kenneth on Tuesday, September 14th, at 3 p.m., at North Kern Cemetery (west side of cemetery). 


 


 

Doris Higgins DeCesare

Doris Higgins DeCesare, age 93, a resident of Brookfield, since 1953, passed away Sunday, September 12, 2010 at Danbury Hospital. She was the wife of the late Victor A. DeCesare. Mrs. DeCesare was born July 12, 1917 in Brooklyn, N.Y., daughter of the late Edward and Ethel Higgins. She was a graduate of Pratt Institute and was employed by the Borden Company in New York City for 15 years where she designed many advertising pieces in which Elsie the Cow was featured. She became affiliated with the Benanti Advertising Agency in Danbury shortly after moving to Brookfield. Mrs. DeCesare was a charter member of the Garden Club of Brookfield and served in many capacities, especially in the staging of many flower shows. She served on the Brookfield Commission on Aging for ten years and was chairman for four years. A member of St. Joseph's Church, she participated in many activities and programs in the parish. Her husband of 51 years, Commander Victor A. DeCesare, USN, passed away in 1998. He is interned at the National Cemetery at Arlington, Virginia where Mrs. DeCesare will be interned with her husband. Mrs. DeCesare is survived by a son Richard DeCesare of Brookfield; two daughters, Gloria J. Gross of Hackettstown, New Jersey and Donna M. Eaton of New Salem, MA.; a brother Edward Higgins of Williamsport, PA; three grandsons, Justin, Matthew and Brendan Gross; two granddaughters, Lucy and Madelyn Eaton; and five nieces and nephews. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Thursday, September 16, 2010 at 10 A.M. at St Joseph's Church, Brookfield. Burial will in the National Cemetery, Arlington, Virginia. Friends may call on Wednesday, September 15, 2010, from 2 to 4 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. at the Lillis Funeral Home, 58 Bridge Street, New Milford. Contributions may be made in her memory to Dorothy Day Hospitality House, 11 Spring Street, P. O. Box 922, Danbury, CT. 06813.


 


 

Dorothy Carter

Dorothy (Dottie) P. Carter Long time resident of Sunnyvale Dorothy P. (Dottie, Nana) Carter passed away peacefully on September 11, 2010, after a long struggle with Alzheimer's disease. She was 86 years old, had resided in the Bay Area since 1945, and was the widow of Robert M. Carter. She is survived by two daughters, Mary (Mike) Converse, Jo (John) Featherstone and a son, Donald (Sonja) Graumann, two sisters, and two brothers. Her extended family also includes four granddaughters, and one grandson, three great grandsons and one great granddaughter, and many nieces, nephews. Dottie was born in Oklahoma and came to the Bay Area in the mid 1940's. She joined the electronics industry, working for many years as a QA technician for Ampex, Fairchild, and Schlumberger. Given her personality, she always very active in the employee activities. Dottie was a vivacious and out-going person. Everyone who knew Nana has been touched by her generosity, honesty, and kindness toward others. She has provided countless memories that will never be forgotten by her family and many friends. Interment will be at the Mission City Memorial Park Cemetery on September 14, 2010 at 2pm.


 


 

Dorothy Gourley Shaw

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Dorothy Mogford

Sunday, September 5, 2010 3:00 AM 

Dorothy S. Mogford died quietly in her Napa home on Aug. 29, 2010, at the age of 93. Beloved wife of Clarkson J. Mogford for


 


 

Duane Haga

Duane H. Haga Resident of San Jose 09/01/1935 09/10/2010 Survived by his beloved wife of 57 years Ardis, his three children Debra (Mark) Mather, Keith (Martha) Haga, and Pamela (David) Fagerskog. Dearest grandfather of Dustin, Katie, Matthew, Emily, Melissa, one great-granddaughter Ellington and his only sister Joyce (Buck) Horne. Friends and family are invited to a Memorial at Eastside Church of Christ, 257 S. Claremont Ave, San Jose, on Thursday, September 16, 2010, 6:00 pm. The family wishes to express their appreciation for the compassion, care and support provided by the Doctors and Staff of Kaiser Santa Clara. Arrangements by Darling Fischer Garden Mortuary.


 


 

Eddie Dave 'Slick Hunter

Wednesday, January 13, 2010 10:48 PM 

Eddie David "Slick" Hunter age 69 and a lifelong resident of the Tule River Reservation passed away January 10, 2010 at his home. Dave as he was known by many, was born January 26, 1940 in Porterville to Eddie and Francis Hunter and is a member of...


 

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Edmond Ramsey

Wednesday, September 8, 2010 3:00 AM 

"Eddie Dean" Ramsey, 55, passed away at home Thursday, Sept. 2, from complications of muscular dystrophy. He was born on Nov. 24, 1954, and was raised in Napa. Ed earned his bachelor's degree at


 


 

Edward Gregory Correia

Edward Gregory Correia, 89, passed away Friday, September 10th, 2010 at Hacienda Nursing Home in Hanford., Edward was born on January 29, 1921 in Hanford, California, to John and Mary Correia. He proudly served his country in the, . He was a Pearl Harbor Survivor and retired as Chief Petty Officer from the Navy. He was a member of, , Military Order of the Turtles and the American Legion. He married Lillian Giaquinto and were married for 40 years. Edward was a loving husband, father and grandfather., Edward is survived by his two sons, Robert and wife Eleanor Corraro, John and wife Jessie Giaquinto; four grandchildren and two great-grandchildren all of Massachusetts; one niece and two nephews all of San Diego, CA. He is also survived by his dear friends, Bob and Betty Davis of Hanford. He was preceded in death by his wife, Lillian, son, Michael Corraro, grandson, Edward Corraro, brother and sister-in-law, John and Lena Correia., Visitation will be on Monday, September 13, 2010 from 4-7 p.m. at Whitehurst-McNamara Funeral Services Chapel in Hanford. Mass of Christian Burial will be on Tuesday, September 14, 2010 at 10:30 a.m. at St. Brigid Catholic Church in Hanford. Burial will follow at the Calvary Cemetery., Arrangements are under the direction of Whitehurst-McNamara Funeral Services Chapel in Hanford.


 


 

Edwin J. Bystrzycki

Edwin J. Bystrzycki, 88, of Desert Hot Springs, Calif. passed away September 1, 2010. He was born April 4, 1922 to Roman and Helen Bystrzycki in Chicago, Ill. Edwin served in the U.S. Army from 1942-1945 as a Recon in the 3rd Cavalry Brave Rifles, Patton's Ghost Troop. He married Ginger Lee Sterling on June 12, 1949. Edwin was a baker for 41 years and a member of The Knights of Columbus and the American Legion. He is survived by his wife, Ginger Bystrzycki; daughters, Terri Kendra of Desert Hot Springs, Donna J. Bystrzycki of Joshua Tree, Calif., and Denise Lee Bystrzycki of Palm Springs, Calif.; son, Thomas J. Bystrzycki of Desert Hot Springs; sisters, Mary Rogers of Bolingbrook, Ill. and Lorraine Davis of Whiting, Ind.; brother, Louis J. Bystrzycki of Desert Hot Springs; six grandchildren; ten great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild. Funeral Mass will begin at 10:00 AM on Saturday, September 11, 2010 at St. Elizabeth Catholic Church in Desert Hot Springs. Interment will be at 10:01 AM on Friday, September 10, 2010 at the Riverside National Cemetery, staging area 5 at the Wall.


 


 

Elizabeth Torres

Elizabeth Torres was one of four victims in the deadly gas line explosion and fire on Sept. 9, 2010 in San Bruno, Calif., For more: 


 


 

Ella (Bee) Halbert

Ella (Bee) Halbert Born in Lakeview, Texas, March 17, 1924, went to Glory Sept. 10, 2010. Preceded in death by her husband of 45 years, Jim Halbert, and son Mike Halbert. Survivors include her children, Dan Halbert, Shelley Kehoe, Becky Henderson and four grandchildren. Mrs. Halbert was a founding member of the Orinda, CA Christian Women's Club, and was involved in multiple ministries including Business Men's Fellowship. In addition to the thousands Bee touched with her love for Jesus, she was a beloved Bible teacher for over 50 years, and is survived by her "play children", Gini Bass, Helen Bozzo, Colleen Corcoran, Sue Davis & their families. A Celebration of Life will be held Saturday, Sept. 18, 2010 from 11am-3pm at the Davis' residence, 1121 Woodhaven Dr., Yuba City, CA, (530)517-1154. Send Condolences at


 


 

Elmer "Smitty" Smith

In memory of Elmer "Smitty" Smith, who peacefully passed away at home on Sept. 3, 2010., Smitty was born in Lodi, Calif., on May 7, 1941., He is survived by his three sons, Charles, William and Danny; and grandsons, Michael and James Smith., Smitty served four years in the Army, completing a tour in Korea., He was a resident of Solano County for over 35 years, and spent 33 years as a parts manager of Woodard Chevrolet in Fairfield., Along with the love of his wife of 35 years, Kathy, they started the first motorcycle shop in Vacaville in 1976. Ten years later, they closed their shop where they became some of the founding members of ABATE Local 17, where they both held numerous offices. Kathy passed away in 2002, Smitty survived eight more years before being reunited with the love of his life., Services will be held at his home at 11:30 a.m. on Sept. 18. All are welcome. Bring your scooter.,


 


 

Erica Iantorno

Erica Iantorno Born May 8, 1974, age 36, passed away unexpectedly on September 7, 2010. Erica enjoyed her final weekend at the Fairmont Hotel in San Francisco overlooking the beautiful green gardens. She is survived by her parents, Carol and Sergio Iantorno, her older sister Bettina, her younger brother Paul, her United States uncles and aunts, Gary and Sonja Ward, Maurizio and Cristina Iantorno, as well as her first cousins, Alison and Carl Ward, Stefano, Isabella and Sofia Iantorno. She is also survived by her large Iantorno family of aunts, uncles and more than 25 cousins throughout Italy, and her favorite caretaker and friend, Linda Baldisseri. Passionate about writing, Erica fell deep into the illness of anorexia and bulimia at the very young age of 11 and spent 25 years fighting the disease, a journey she detailed in a book she spent her whole life writing. She had a heart of gold and always helped the people around her. She always gave what she had and shared everything that was given to her. She will be missed dearly and there is a place missing in all of our hearts since her passing. Erica's funeral will take place at Saints Peter and Paul Church (666 Filbert St.) on September 15th, 2010 at 10:00 am. Flowers can be sent to The Green Street Mortuary (649 Green St., San Francisco, 94133, 415-433-5692). All of the surviving Iantorno members, and Erica's friends and acquaintances, are invited to come Tuesday and Wednesday to celebrate her passing and her freedom and new journey next to Our Lord.


 


 

Erma Andersen

Wednesday, September 8, 2010 3:00 AM 

Erma Bernice Andersen passed away at the age of 92, Saturday, Sept. 4, 2010, in Vallejo. She was preceded in death by her husband of 41 years, Roy T. Andersen, who passed in October 1990.


 


 

Esser, Jon Jeane

Sunday, September 12, 2010 2:00 AM 

Jon Jeane Esser "Jonnie" 8-25-1943 - 9-7-2010 Resident of San Leandro Jonnie was born in Abilene, Texas on August 25, 1943 to John and .....


 


 

Evelyn Abrew

Thursday, September 9, 2010 3:00 AM 

Evelyn Abrew, age 89, a Calistoga resident for more than 40 years, passed away on Sept. 5, 2010, at her residence with her loving family at her side.  


 


 

Evelyn Hammerly

Saturday, September 11, 2010 3:00 AM 

Evelyn "Babe" Hammerly, 88, passed away in Vallejo on Aug. 28, 2010.


 


 

Evelyn June Kemp

Evie Kemp passed away suddenly after a brief illness., Evie was born in Michigan, but lived and worked in Chicago most of her life. Evie moved to California 10 years ago to be close to her family., Evie worked as a bookkeeper., Evie was an avid sports fan, accomplished cook, animal lover, theatre enthusiast and gardener with a wonderful sense of humor. She will be dearly missed by all., A memorial officiated by Chuck Spencer will be held for Evie on Thursday, Sept. 9, from 3 to 5 p.m. at Solid Rock Church Of God, 610 Boyd St., Vacaville, CA 95688.,


 


 

FERNANDO GASCA

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Family mourns teen motorcycle racer killed at Indy

Saturday, September 4, 2010 10:38 AM 

VANCOUVER, Wash. -- Family members cried and hugged each other for support as pallbearers carried the casket of 13-year-old motorcycle racer Peter Lenz after his funeral Friday at St.


 

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Fleda Fern (Krone) Evans

Fleda passed away on Friday, April 9, 2010, after a long illness. She was born in Long Beach, CA, on January 26, 1924, the daughter of Ray and Vera Krone. Her childhood years were spent in Arcata, San Bruno, and Palo Alto, CA. She graduated from Palo Alto High School, and became one of the pioneers of the Palo Alto Children's Theater. She received her BA from Stanford University in Theater Arts and Costume Design. In 1950 she married William Evans, and on April 8, 2010, they celebrated their sixtieth wedding anniversary. A year ago Fleda and Bill moved to Loomis, CA, from Los Altos Hills, to be near their family. Fleda shared her love of the theater through teaching drama education at San Jose State University and directing plays for amateur theater groups in her home town of Los Altos, CA. She was an active member of PEO, a service organization which supports academic scholarships for women, and was for many years an active member of a religious theater group called LAMP (Los Altos Methodist Players), directing numerous productions there. Fleda is survived by her husband Bill, her daughter and son-in-law, Lee Evan and Jeff Belfiglio of Bellevue, WA; her son and daughter-in-law, Roger and Amanda Evans of Loomis, CA; grandchildren Evan and Alexander Belfiglio, Silas Brewton, and Carson Evans; her sister Betty Krone Asher of Loomis, and many nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be held at Shepherd of the Sierra Presbyterian Church in Loomis, CA on Saturday, May 1 at 4:30 PM. Internment will be on an Evans plot in Louisville, KY. Remembrances may be sent to PEO (peointernational.org) in memory of Fleda Evans, Chapter OZ, or to the "UC Davis Foundation" for the Krone Professorship of the College of Engineering of The University of California at Davis ltsang@usdavis.edu">ltsang@usdavis.edu">ltsang@usdavis.edu">ltsang@usdavis.edu. The family also wishes to gratefully acknowledge services of Hospice Care.


 


 

Frederick I. Sanchez Jr.

Frederick I., Sanchez, Jr., Resident of Hollister, Private cremation private burial at sea. Black Cooper Sander Funeral Home & Gavilan Hills Crematory, 


 


 

Frederick Miles

Wednesday, September 8, 2010 3:00 AM 

Frederick W. Miles passed away Aug. 29, 2010, in Chandler, Ariz., at the age of 78.  


 


 

Funerals

Tuesday, September 7, 2010 3:00 AM 

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GARCIA, Jimmy Cruz

GARCIA, Jimmy Cruz 8/8/42 - 9/9/10 Mr. Garcia passed away in his sleep on Thursday afternoon with his beloved wife Diane at his side, "he waited for me to come home from work" and passed away shortly after. 


 


 

Galatsatos, Vickie Faye (Raling)

Wednesday, September 8, 2010 2:00 AM 

Vickie Faye Galatsatos passed away September 5, 2010, surrounded by family. She was born January 22, 1955, in North Carolina and moved to Lodi .....


 


 

Galligan, Gail Mary

Tuesday, September 14, 2010 2:00 AM 

Gail Mary Galligan 12/13/29 - 9/5/10 Resident of San Mateo Gail peacefully passed away with family at his side at the age of 80 .....


 


 

Gary Nagatoishi

Gary Nagatoishi, Resident of Modesto, Jan. 29, 1949-Sept. 8, 2010, Gary lost his valiant year long battle with cancer on September 8, 2010. He passed peacefully at home, surrounded by his loving family., Gary is survived by his wife Terri of Modesto; daughter Lisa (Kevin) of Las Vegas, NV; son Paul (Kristen) of San Francisco; sister in law Suzie (Ken) of San Jose; brother Dave (Stacy) of Stockton; grandsons Tyler and Matthew; nephews Steven, Brian and Marcus and niece Kirsten. Gary was preceded in death by parents Dorothy and Charlie Nagatoishi and son Christopher Nagatoishi., Services will be held on Saturday, September 18 at 4:00pm at St. John's Chapel of the Valley, 430 Downey Avenue, Modesto CA. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations in Gary's name to The, at


 


 

Gayle Wisecup

Gayle Norene (Bruce) Wisecup, Resident of Lincoln, Passed away peacefully on September 7, 2010 at Alta Manor Assisted Living in Roseville, CA after a lengthy battle with cancer., The retired United Airlines Maintenance Manuals Specialist, and 48 year Millbrae resident relocated to Del Webb Sun City in Lincoln, CA in 2001 where she and her late husband thoroughly enjoyed the fun residential resort living with all of their wonderful new friends. As a resident of Millbrae, Gayle attended Taylor Middle School as well as Capuchino High School. It was in her teenage years that she met the love of her life, and husband of 53 years, Sherold (Jerry) Wisecup who passed away in November of 2009. While her primary "occupation" was housewife and mother, she worked part time at the Millbrae Pancake House for many years. In 1978 she landed her dream job at United Airlines which led her to wonderful travel destinations with husband Jerry, and best friend Fay Bracken of Burlingame along with her late husband, Harvey., Gayle was the youngest daughter born to John and Julia (LeBlonde) Bruce originally from McDonald, PA; and then in the late 1940's her family relocated to Millbrae. Born on November 17, 1937 she looked up to her older sister, Emma Jean (Bruce) Aurand, who predeceased her in 1997. Gayle is survived by her two children; daughter Debbie and son-in-law Dave Van Wart of Millbrae, and son Tim Wisecup of Sacramento. Gayle was extremely proud of her two Grandchildren; Granddaughter Jessica Selva (deceased) of Clearlake, and Grandson Hank Van Wart of Millbrae. Gayle is also survived by her sister-in-law, Etta (Mauderly) Wisecup of Raymond, Iowa, and many loving cousins, nieces and nephews from various cities in Pennsylvania, Iowa, Oregon and California., A Memorial Service will be held at Lasilla Funeral Chapel on Monday, September 20th at 11:00 a.m. in Lincoln, CA. In lieu of flowers , the family appreciates donations to the, in her memory.


 


 

George Howard Campbell

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Gerald Bellagamba

Dr. Gerald Arthur Bellagamba Apr. 17, 1920 - Sept. 10, 2010 DDS, passed away in Walnut Creek on Friday September 10, 2010. Gerald was born in South San Francisco on April 17, 1920. He was a Rossmoor resident, formerly of Oakland. Gerald was a graduate of UCSF Dental College Class of 1943, and served as a Major with the US Army Dental Corps in the Pacific during, . He practiced dentistry in Oakland for 40 years. Gerald was a life member of the Alameda County Dental Society, Calif. State Dental Assn., and American Dental Assn.. He was a member and Past President of the Pacific Coast Society of Prosthodontists, and also a member of the UCSF Parnassus Club, UC Dental Alumnae Assn., and UC Alumnae Assn.. Gerald is survived by his wife of 67 years, Evelyn Bellagamba; sons, Robert Bellagamba and Dr. Richard Bellagamba; daughters-in-law, Kathleen and Adrienne Bellagamba; brothers-in-law Louis (Carol) Galli and Robert (Gail) Galli; and grandchildren, Theresa, Ashley, Michael, and Andrew. There will be visitation at Hull's Walnut Creek Chapel, 1139 Saranap Ave., Walnut Creek from 4-7 PM Thursday September 16, 2010. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Anne Church, 1600 Rossmoor Parkway, Walnut Creek on Friday (9/17) commencing at 10:30 AM. Private entombment Queen of Heaven Cemetery, Lafayette. Those wishing may make contributions in his name to the Parkinson's Institute and Clinical Center, 675 Almanor Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94085 or to your favorite charity. Hull's Walnut Creek Chapel (925)934-5400


 


 

Gerald Nicholas

Gerald "Jerry", Nicholas, 8/29/41 - 9/14/09, "Across the midnight blue we send our love to you" It's been a year and it seems like only yesterday you were here, we miss that great smile, you never complained, so sweet and gentle you are missed so much every day and night we love you with all our heart., Beverly, Scott, Colleen, Judy, family and friends.


 


 

Gertrude Marie Nevills

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Gilbert Paquette

Gilbert (Gil) Paquette, 75, of Thousand Palms, Calif. passed away September 6, 2010, at home with his family by his side, of natural causes. He was born April 24, 1935, to Leo and Evelyn (Day) Paquette at Mi Casita Hospital in Indio, Calif. He attended Palm Springs High School, graduated from Palm Valley Private School's first graduating class. He earned his BA degree at the University of Ottawa, Canada. He married Janine Connor on July 24, 1982 in Palm Springs, Calif. He served in the U.S. Air Force in Japan from 1955-1959 and won the "Tops in Blues" (Tenor) singing contest. He was founder and co-owner of Gil's Drive-in Liquor & Deli in Rancho Mirage in the 1960's for 17 years with his first wife, Nancy Sweeney. He later owned Century 21 Encore Realty in Cathedral City. He served as Mobile Home Commissioner, Council Member and Mayor of Cathedral City. He was a member of Knights of Columbus and


 


 

Gordon Lindstrom

Sunday, September 12, 2010 3:00 AM 

Beloved husband, father, grandfather and respected printing craftsman, Gordon D. Lindstrom passed away peacefully in San Rafael, Calif., on Sept. 5, 2010.  


 


 

Green, Rachael

Wednesday, June 23, 2010 2:00 AM 

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Gwen Gossett

August 8, 1913- August 24, 2010 Gwen Gossett, a resident of Fortuna for over 60 years, died peacefully on August 24, 2010 at her eldest daughter's house in Fortuna at the age of 97. Gwen was born on August 8, 1913 in Eureka - the daughter of the Rev John Nelsen and Martha Nelsen. She was the oldest of five children. The family moved up and down the West coast, living briefly in San Pedro CA, Aberdeen & Bellingham, WA and Astoria, OR before settling back in Eureka. From an early age, Gwen loved music, playing pretend pianos until her parents sent her for piano lessons. When she was 8 years old, she played the piano for her father's church services and became a church organist at the age of 11, playing for Sunday services on a pump organ an occupation she was to continue until well into her 90's. She married Ernest Gossett in 1935. They lived in Eureka until 1949, when they moved to Fortuna to manage and ultimately buy Baldwin Electric, which became Gossett Electric. Gwen ran the office while Ernie did the electrical work. Gwen was active in the community being president of the Fortuna Monday Club, the Fortuna Quota Club, the Ladies Association of the Redwood Empire Golf and Country Club, and the Women's Society of the Fortuna Methodist Church (3 terms). She was a district officer for the Women's Society of Christian Service for 2 terms one as vice president. She received a special membership in the WSCS for outstanding service. Gwen joined Eastern Star in 1963. She was Worthy Matron of the Rohnerville Chapter #76 in 1971 (Ernie Sr. was Worthy Patron with her). In 1979, Gwen was Grand Organist of the Grand Order of Eastern Star of California and Ernie was her Grand Escort. During that year they traveled over 50,000 miles. Gwen was organist for the Fortuna Methodist Church for 33 years from 1957 to 1989. After she retired from the Methodist Church, she was persuaded to become the organist for the St Francis Episcopal Church, a post she held for 13 years from 1990 to 2003. Over the years Gwen has played for many weddings, funerals, musical events, installations, Masonic functions and other events. Even in her 90's she still played for special functions and once a week at the "old folks home" as she called it St Luke's Manor. Gwen is survived by four of her five children Carol Gossett, Diana Angelini, Dr. Ernest Gossett Jr. and Loene Gossett-McClelland eight grandchildren, twelve great-grandchildren and one great-great grandchild. Friends and Family are invited to a Memorial service which will be held at the Fortuna United Methodist Church, Saturday September 18, 2010 at 2:00 PM. Donation are suggested to be made to the Fortuna Union High School Music Department, 379 12th Street, Fortuna, CA 95540. Arrangements under the care of Goble's Fortuna Mortuary, Fortuna, Ca. Please sign the online guestbook at


 


 

H. Karoline Borstad

H. Karoline Borstad passed away in Yuba City, CA on June 3, 2010. Born in Malmberget, Sweden, on September 16, 1915, Karol, immigrated to America with her parents and younger sister Anna as a young girl. Her family settled in the Minneapolis, St. Paul, area of Minnesota and her family grew to include two brothers., As a young adult Karol went to Devil's Lake, ND, to visit relatives and find a job. It was here that she met and married the love of her life, Joseph E. Borstad. Son, Joel K. Borstad was born in Devil's Lake. Later they moved to eastern Washington and finally settled in Yuba City in 1946., Karol and her family were members of Faith Lutheran Church in Marysville for over 50 years where she enjoyed her Circles and Bible Study groups. After Joe passed away in 1958, Karol returned to school and polished her skills. She was hired to work in the business office at Rideout Hospital where she was happy to serve for 22 years on the 3-11pm shift. Karol's voice greeted callers on the old switchboard and announced when visiting hours were over. From the information window at the front door, Karol did everything from greeting and directing visitors to the right rooms to admitting patients arriving after hours, rousing on-call staff when they were needed and selling candy from a tray of treats at the front counter to benefit The Peppermints, hospital volunteers. Karol regarded Rideout Hospital as her extended family. Her peanut butter and spritz cookies were legendary and doled out in the office like the treasures they were., Highlights of her life included day excursions with her family to picnic, fish or just go for a drive, family visits to Minnesota and, with her beloved sister Anna, trips back to Sweden. Karol reveled in being a grandparent and delighted in her many excursions and adventures with friends or family to the Mendocino Coast, Grass Valley and Nevada City, Music Circus performances and dining out. Karol made birthdays and Christmas special with traditional food, music and stories and baskets full of gifts. She especially liked puttering and cleaning her house. She never forgot how to play and she valued a lifetime full of friends near and far., Karol was preceded in death by her parents, Hulda and Karl Blom, husband Joseph E. Borstad, son Joel K. Borstad and her sister Anna Malecky. She is survived by brothers Harold Blom and Robert Blom, numerous nieces and nephews in Minnesota; daughter-in-law, Catherine Borstad, Hansville, WA; grandchildren Christopher Borstad, Stanwood, WA; Inger Borstad Price, Olivehurst, CA; Erika Borstad, Yuba City, CA and four great-grandchildren., Interment and graveside services in celebration of Karol's life will be held on Friday, September 17, 2010 at Sutter Cemetery, Sutter, CA. A reception at Faith Lutheran Church, 1000 D Street, Marysville, will follow. Memorials may be made to The American Swedish Institute, 2600 Park Avenue South, Minneapolis, MN 55407 or to Faith Lutheran Church, Marysville.


 


 

HARDY, Betty Lou

HARDY, Betty Lou Passed away Sept. 6th in Wickenburg, Az. She was born Feb. 25, 1925 in Orcutt, Ca. raised in Santa Maria and attended schools there. Betty attended Alan Hancock College in Santa Maria receiving a degree in accounting. She married Ted Hardy in 1945. Betty worked as an accountant at the University of California at Santa Barabara. In 1969 she took a trip to the Grand Canyon and fell in love with the area and she stayed.


 


 

Harry Godshalk

Saturday, September 4, 2010 3:00 AM 

Harry L. Godshalk died on Aug. 30, 2010, at 96.  


 


 

Harvey Sullivan

Tuesday, September 7, 2010 3:00 AM 

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Hatch, Roxanne (Peters)

Wednesday, September 8, 2010 2:00 AM 

Roxanne Hatch Seamstress Roxanne Hatch, 48, formerly of Lodi, died July 29. She was born Sept. 18, 1961 in Lodi. Ms. Hatch was a seamstress ..... 


 


 

Helen Calma

Helen Bautista Calma Passed away September 11th, 2010 The beloved wife of Ricardo Calma Sr. she is survived by her son Ricardo B. Calma Jr. and her daughter Richel B. Calma along with grand-daughter Ariah Calma-Thompson. She has a sister Jean de los Santos and niece Ayesa Esau. The daughter of Bernardo and Guadalupe Bautista, she was born on December 2, 1944. Helen was born and raised in Manila where she received her Bachelor's of Science in Education from the Philippine College of Commerce. She moved to the United States in 1969 and soon started her 32-year stellar career at Pacific Bell where she received numerous awards for excellence. Helen gave much of her precious time to multiple religious organizations that served the community. By serving others she served God. An avid football fan, Sundays were reserved for God first and the 49ers a distant second. A world traveler she has set foot on almost every continent. Helen's family was the most important thing to her and no sacrifice was too big of an obstacle for her generous heart. Respected by her peers, idolized by her friends and most of all adored by her family, she will be missed by all. Visitation for family and friends will be held on Tuesday, September 14th and Wednesday, September 15th beginning at 4 p.m. at DUGGAN'S SERRA MORTUARY, 500 Westlake Ave., Daly City. A Vigil Service will be offered on Wednesday evening at 7 p.m. The Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Thursday, September 16th at 11 a.m. at Saint Thomas the Apostle Church, 3835 Balboa St., San Francisco followed by a Committal at Holy Cross Catholic Cemetery, 1500 Old Mission Road, Colma, CA


 


 

Helen E. Kelly

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Helen Petersen Wrigley

long time resident of Beatrice, passed away September 10, 2010 after a brief illness just 3 months shy of her 90th birthday. Helen was the daughter of Michael and Anna Monasky who traced their roots to Bogliarka, Slovakia near the present day borders with Poland and the Ukraine., She was born December 23, 1920 the third child and first daughter in a family of 12 in the steel town of Clairton, Pennsylvania. Helen graduated from the St. Francis School of Nursing in Pittsburg, Pennsylvania and worked briefly in McKeesport, Pennsylvania as a nurse before joining the Navy Nursing Corps at the onset of WII. She was stationed at Camp Schumacher, Livermore, California, a staging area and hospital for the war in the Pacific. There she met her first husband, John William Jennings Petersen, a Sea Bee in the Navy Construction Corps on leave from his first tour of duty in the Pacific. They corresponded daily through the rest of the war and when he returned at the end of the war, they married in a Quonset hut church at Camp Parks, Livermore in December 1945. They moved to Beatrice, near the present-day site of Redwoods Junior College and the Petersen family farm, raised two children, and built their own home and a construction business. After John's early death when Helen was 49 she went back to nursing, managed a doctor's office, attended junior college where she enjoyed art courses, and was actively involved in the lives of her grandchildren, Greg and Kelly. At the age of 70 she married her second husband, James Wrigley of Eureka. They had a wonderful 7 year retirement together, traveling and dancing and enjoying their 5 children and many grandchildren. Helen was known for her sweet nature and her refusal to dwell on the misfortunes that came her way. In 2009 when staying in her cherished home of 52 years became difficult, she moved to a small apartment at Timber Ridge. Her friend, Merv Selvage, continued to take her to church on Sunday and to the Friendship Circle on Monday evenings. A lifelong Catholic, Helen was a member of St. Bernard's parish. Helen is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, John and Lorna Petersen of Humboldt Hill; her daughter, Carolyn Petersen of Washington, D.C.; and many friends and relatives in Pennsylvania and Northern California. The family wishes to thank Dr. Jack Irvine, her long-time physician, who cared for her for decades with kindness and skill; the staff of Timber Ridge who watched over her gently during her last year and a half; and the staff of Saint Joseph's Hospital Comfort Room who provided a sensitive and supportive environment during her final days. A graveside service will be held at St. Bernard's Cemetery, Eureka on Wednesday afternoon, September 15, at11 a.m.with Fr. Michael Cloney, a family friend. A get-together to celebrate Helen's life will follow.The family requests, in lieu of flowers, that those who would like to remember Helen in some way donate to the St. Joseph's Hospital Foundation in support of the End-of-Life Program (Address: 2700 Dolbeer St., Eureka, California). Please sign the guest book at


 


 

Henry Joseph Finch

Henry Joseph Finch, 85, of Cathedral City, Calif., passed away on September 5, 2010 in Loma Linda, Calif. He was born August 16, 1925 to Henry G. and Cleora Finch in Duluth, Minn. He married June Heikkila on September 18, 1951 in Duluth, Minn. He was a Resort owner for 60 years. He was a member of the


 


 

Herb Richards

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Hiatt, Joseph Arthur

Tuesday, September 14, 2010 2:00 AM 

Joseph Arthur Hiatt 02/03/1957 ~ 09/03/2010 POWAY -- Joseph Hiatt passed away peacefully in his sleep on Friday, September, 3, 2010. He is survived .....


 


 

Hiroshi James Nakamura

Age 91, passed away on September 10, 2010 in Torrance. He is predeceased by his wife, Rhea Riye Nakamura, and survived by his children, Steve (Debbie) Nakamura, Marti Osborn, and Jayni (Tom) Rhoads; grandchildren, Nate and Stefanie Osborn, Jon and Jenna Nakamura, and Melanie Rhoads; great-grandson, Rylan Nakamura; brother, Richard Nakamura of Michigan; sisters-in-law, Chiyo Sukekane, Yoshimi Nakamura, Emi (James) Murata, Miyuki (Don) Roberts; also survived by many nieces, nephews and other relatives. A funeral service will be held on Saturday, September 18, 2010 at 11:00AM at the Chapel of Green Hills Memorial Park, 27501 S. Western Ave., Rancho Palos Verdes, CA with Rinban Noriaki Ito of Higashi Honganji Buddhist Temple officiating. (213) 749-1449


 


 

Ida Mae Perkins

Ida Mae Perkins, 73, of Suisun, died on Saturday, Sept. 4., She was born on March 26, 1937., A memorial service will be held on Tuesday, Sept. 14, at 11 a.m. at Fairfield Funeral Home, 1760 Pennsylvania Ave., Arrangements are by Fairfield Funeral Home, 425-1041, fairfieldfuneral-home.com.


 


 

Ira Lee

Thursday, September 9, 2010 3:00 AM 

Ira John Lee passed away at home, with his family at his side, on Saturday, Sept. 4, 2010. He was 89 years old.  


 


 

Irvin Lathrop

Saturday, September 11, 2010 3:00 AM 

Dr. Irvin Lathrop moved his family from the Midwest to Napa in 1959, becoming Napa's second chiropractor. After building a successful practice, he was appointed to the California Board of Chiropract


 


 

JAMES M. "JIM" COX JR.

JAMES "JIM" M. COX, JR. 08/06/39 ~ 09/09/10 Jim retired from Jurupa Parks and Recreation as Maintenance Supervisor in 2000. He loved to go fishing, frequent his many favorite casinos and play cards with family and friends. He enjoyed many BBQ\'s and he especially loved to travel across the States to visit his many Grand Babies. Jim will be deeply missed and forever loved. Jim is survived by his wife of 50 years, Selma; sons, James III, John (Susan); daughters, Chris Whitehead and Tracey (Jay) Longest; mother, Lucile Scott; 6 grandchildren; 3 great-grandchildren. A celebration of life will be held on September 15, 2010 at 1:00 PM at 2813 Jamaica Blvd., Lake Havasu City.


 


 

JESS MANUEL PEREZ

May 10, 1974 ~ September 8, 2010 Jess Manuel Perez was born into glory September 8, 2010. Honoring his desire to be surrounded by family, he died in his home in Turlock. He is survived by his wife Chara, his father Jess Perez, mother Mary Hernandez, grandmothers Felicitas Perez and Juanita Ortiz, brothers Jason Perez (Maribel ) and Eric Perez, sister Erin Newman (Nathan), his second mother Becky Walia (Ajit), Chara's sister Christine Bresnahan, and parents Tony and Dawn Dronkers , and nieces Briana, Reagan Newman , Elizabeth, Madeline, and Reagan Bresnahan, nephews Isaac and Nicholas, MHA ICU family...and cousins. Services will be at Turlock Memorial Park & Funeral Home. Viewing will be on Monday September 13 at 5:00 PM with Rosary vigil at 6:00 PM. Funeral services will be Tuesday September 14 at 11:00 AM, followed by a graveside service at the Winton Cemetery. He is greatly loved and missed


 


 

JOSE FIERRO

JOSE FIERRO Our Heavenly Father has called Jose Fierro, on September 10, 2010. He was a loving father, grandfather & great grandfather. He was born in El Paso, Texas, on June 22, 1920. He was an 


 


 

JOSEPHINE HAGERMAN

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Jack Steller

Jack S. Steller Jack S. Steller, a physicist at the Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory for 28 years, died July 27 at his home in Berkeley. He was 88. Mr. Steller graduated in 1943 from Pomona College with majors in physics, chemistry and math, and married Sally Ellis, a classmate. After brief jobs developing submarine detection equipment at the Naval Research Lab and as an instrumentation designer at JPL, he pursued graduate studies at UC Berkeley and studied neutral mesons at the Berkeley Radiation Lab. In 1952 he joined the Lawrence Livermore Lab, and spent the next 2 decades there in the controlled fusion and nuclear explosives design groups. In the 70's he shifted his focus to studying scenarios for proliferation of nuclear weapons, and possibilities for tracking and controlling them. During these years he was involved with the Boy Scouts, becoming District Commissioner for the Mt. Diablo Council. Mr. Steller retired in 1980, and developed a routine of world travel and study which he maintained until his death. In 1988 he returned to Berkeley, where he studied economics and biochemistry. He was a member of the UC Center for Learning in Retirement, and led science related discussions there for three decades. He was also a member of the Outlook Club, where he spoke on topics prompted by his travels, and his interests in science, politics and nuclear proliferation. He is survived by three sons, and his companion, Ingrid Radkey. A memorial service will take place on Sunday, September 19, 3 p.m. at the Unitarian Church of Berkeley. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the San Francisco Bach Choir at


 


 

Jaime Garza

Jaime Garza was an Amazing Man of God. He stepped into eternity September 4th 2010 at 7:47pm surrounded by his wife and children. All who knew him encountered Jaime's sense of humor and God's love. He was married to the love of his life, Patricia, of 28 years. They met at Southern Calif. College September of 1980 and were married March 27, 1982. Jaime was passionate about his wife and 4 children. There was great amounts of love and laughter between them. Jaime lived his life teaching his children to serve God no matter what. Regardless of illness, sorrow, or loss. You serve till your very last breath. He applied this bible verse: For me to live is Christ and to die is gain. He lived the example of showing people the Love of Christ and to live Christ-Like. Jaime always knew his God-given purpose in his life. He leaves a legacy in his wife and children: Jessica Marie Garza, Michael Jaime Garza, Alex Julio Garza, Brian James Garza. He will be greatly missed by many. Jaime's wife, Patricia, and their children are honored to call him husband and Dad. A celebration of Jaime Garza's life will be held at Champion Life Church, 72745 Hwy 111, Palm Desert, Ca 92260, Saturday, September 11, 2010 at 4pm and 6pm. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Champion Life Church Building Fund.


 


 

James D. Ruffer

James D. Ruffer passed away on Sept. 11, in Arvada, Colo., He was born Jan. 28, 1949, in Walnut Creek, Calif., to Otto and Dolores Ruffer., James was a graduate of Armijo High School, Class of 1967. He went on to serve in the U.S. Army, serving the rank of SP4 in Battery A 4th BN (Nike Hercules) 44th ARTY, 38th Artillery Brigade Camp El Paso DMZ Korea 1970. He then worked in the can manufacturing business for 29 years., James was an avid enduro rider and outdoorsman., James is survived by his beloved wife, Donna; son and daughter-in-law, Ryan and Cathrine; son, Adam; grandchildren, Audrey, Alaina and Dustin; he is also survived by sister and brother-in-law, Gail and Ken Bechtle; and a host of extended family and friends., There will be a viewing on Friday evening, Sept. 17, from 5 to 8 p.m. at Vaca Hills Chapel Funeral Home, 524 Elmira Road, Vacaville. A Graveside Service will follow on Saturday, Sept. 18, at 10 a.m. at Rockville Cemetery, 4219 Suisun Valley Road, Fairfield., In lieu of flowers, contributions in memory of James Ruffer may be made to: Colon Cancer Research, The Director, The National Cancer Institute Building 31, Room 11A-16 9000 Rockville Pike, Bethesda, MD 20892, Arrangements are by Vaca Hills Chapel Funeral Home, 446-3233, www.vacahillschapel.com.,


 


 

James Lazo

Saturday, September 11, 2010 3:00 AM

James Julian Lazo, 55, of Lodi died Sept. 8. He was born May 15, 1955 in French Camp. 


 


 

Janet Elizabeth Neil

Janet Neil was born in Tacoma, Wash., on Aug. 3, 1945., With her loving husband Jerry, devoted family and dearest friends by her side, Janet passed peacefully into the arms of God on Sept. 6, at her beautiful home on the family ranch in Winters. Janet fought a courageous three-year battle with cancer, without so much as a single complaint., Janet enjoyed life to the fullest, even during her toughest days she would say, "I am the luckiest woman in the world, I was blessed with a wonderful husband, loving friends. I have traveled the world and I have so much to be thankful for." She was truly more concerned for others than herself., Janet loved horses, nature, photography, antique cars and vintage clothing. She only knew one way to do something and that was "the best" she possibly could. Her contact with nature was something to behold, whether it be at her Eagle Lake cabin or her beautiful home in Winters. She loved to be surrounded by bald eagles, grey foxes, mountain quail and deer., One of her favorite hobbies was to photograph wildlife, especially birds, and the joy she got sharing the photos with her husband Jerry. "What a team we made" Janet would always say. Janet and Jerry operated family businesses their entire marriage of 43 years. Some of Jerry's fondest memories were of Janet as a young lady giving horse riding lessons to children on a ranch in Sacramento, or touring their old cars through the mountains of Colorado, dressed in vintage clothing. Though, Janet and Jerry had no children of their own, they impacted many lives of children in the community. The friendships that Janet fostered through the antique auto clubs and the cabin at Eagle Lake were evident to the very end, as the calls and cards poured in with prayers and well wishes., Janet was preceded in death by her father, John Williams Sims; mother, Alice Ellen Sims; brother, Gordon Sims; and her beloved in-laws, Lewis and Anita Neil., Janet is survived by her loving husband, Jerry Neil; brother and sister-in-law, Walt and Sally Neil; nephew, John Neil, his spouse Karen and their children, Brock and Ashlynne; nephew, Clark Neil and his children Sarah and Katie; niece, Laurie Neil Hoskins and her spouse Doug; and niece, Sandy Neil, all of Winters., The Neil Family wishes to express their heartfelt gratitude to all the dear friends of Janet for their outpouring of love during her illness. Your cards and phone calls meant so much to her., A memorial service will be held on Friday, Sept. 17, at 11 a.m. at McCune Garden Chapel., Arrangements are by McCune Garden Chapel, 448-6546, www.mccunechapel.com.,


 


 

Jeanne Anderson

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Jesse Vasquez

Jesse Vasquez, Resident of Gilroy, Son of Honorato and Rachel Vasquez. Born 8/10/1962, lost his life on 9/7/2010. He leaves behind a wife, 6 children, 4 grandchildren a brother and 3 sisters. He was loved very much and will be missed. Services will be held at Our Lady of Guadalupe Church on San Antonio St. Today 9/14. Mass is at 4pm and food and refreshments will be at the Churches center from 4:30 - 6:30.


 


 

Jessica Morales

Jessica Lynne, Morales, Resident of San Bruno, Beloved daughter of Israel and Rene Morales; granddaughter of Ann Brunori and Fernando and Gloria Morales; sister of Israel Morales Jr., Isaiah Morales and Rebecca Morales; and niece of Charles Brunori., Jessica was currently attending the Academy of Art College. She had a great smile that would brighten your day, she was very loving and gave her whole heart to her family and friends. Jessica was creative and fun loving and lived life to the fullest. She will be greatly missed by her family, friends and pets., Friends may visit Friday September 17, 2010 from 4pm and are invited to attend the Vigil Service Friday at 7pm at Duggan's Serra Mortuary, 500 Westlake Ave, Daly City. The Funeral Service will be held on Saturday September 18, 2010 at 7pm at Church of the Highlands, 1900 Monterey Dr., San Bruno. The Burial will be on Monday September 20, 2010 at 1pm at Woodlawn Memorial Park, Colma.


 


 

Jesus J. Torres

Tuesday, January 12, 2010 6:23 PM 

Jesus J. Torres, age 79 and a former resident of Porterville passed away on January 10, 2010 in Colima, Mexico.Jesus was born in Buena Vista, Michoacan, Mexico. When he moved to California he began working for Santa Fe Railroad and retired after 30...


 

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Joaquin, Robert John

Sunday, September 12, 2010 2:00 AM 

Robert John Joaquin 1/7/41 -04/12/06 Happy 51st Anniversary My Love We had 51 years together as sweethearts and husband and wife. You gave me ..... 


 


 

Joe Morello

Joe Morello On September 3, 2010 Joe Morello passed from this life surrounded by his family. Having enjoyed 80 years of family, business, sports, and golf, Joe succumbed after a hard-fought battle with multiple myeloma. A gentleman, a man of integrity, honesty, kindness, and generosity, Joe is survived by the family of which he was so proud - his wife (Augie) of 58 years, his children and their spouses (Linda Morello & Javier Gomez, John & Heather Morello, Joe Morello & Trish Breslin), 4 grandchildren (Catherine, Hannah, Mateo, and Anna Morello), cousins and family, and his beloved dog, Tuffy. Joe, son of Maria and John Morello of Mill Valley, lived 77 years of his life in Marin County. He graduated from Park School and Tamalpais High School in Mill Valley, and he earned an AA from the College of Marin. A great athlete, Joe was co-captain of his schools' baseball teams and a member of the Jr. Seals. He was a co-founder of the Southern Marin Little League and he coached numerous Little League and C.Y.O. basketball teams. A dedicated fan of the 49ers (season ticket holder) and the Giants, Joe enjoyed both playing and watching sports. The day after Joe married Augie, IJ columnist Jim Gilmartin wrote "Tiburon third sacker Joe Morello didn't show up for his team's game yesterday. Joe was too busy - getting married. The new auxiliary third sacker is the former Augie Perry." And, Joe loved golf, playing several times every week and planning his calendar around his golf games. Joe's great passion was the business in which he co-partnered with the Canepa family - the Mill Valley Market. Both Jim and Bob Canepa were respected and beloved business partners and friends with whom he shared 35 years in business. As the produce buyer at the Mill Valley Market, Joe dedicated himself to bringing the freshest and best produce to his customers and in meeting their special wants and needs. He took pleasure in learning everything he could about fine foods and wines and sharing that with family, friends, and customers. No one could barbecue a steak or prepare a crab dip quite like Joe. At his 50th wedding anniversary, he remarked that he was "the luckiest man in the world" - he had had a business, a wife, and a family he loved. Joe was a member of numerous organizations (SIRS Branch 47, Italian Catholic Federation, Italian Athletic Club). He dedicated his time to his children's schools and to his parish. He enjoyed many friendships - other gentlemen who shared his love of sports, enjoyed his company, and supported him during these past two years of declining health. He will be deeply missed by all who knew him. Joe and his family wish to express their gratitude to the staff of the Greenbrae Care Center for their extraordinary and compassionate care. And, Joe held his physicians (Dr. Robert Van Herick and Dr. Bobbie Head) in the highest esteem. He valued and respected their care and treatment. Joe Morello was laid to rest in a private burial on Friday, September 10, 2010. Family and friends are invited to attend a celebratory service to be held on Saturday, October 9, beginning with a 10:00am Mass at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church, 3 Oakdale Ave., Mill Valley. Remembrances may be sent to the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society or the charity of one's choice. In his memory, kiss your wife, hug your children, love your work, and eat a wonderful meal of fresh foods and fine wine. Arrangements by ADOBE CREEK FUNERAL HOME, 331 Lakeville St., Petaluma, CA 94952 Cheda & Lyons - DIRECTORS 415-883-8070


 


 

Joe Oliver

Wednesday, January 13, 2010 10:50 PM 

Joe Oliver, 68 of Porterville, CA passed away on January 4, 2010. He passed peacefully at home, surrounded by family. Joe was a former resident of Mariposa, Oakhurst and Raymond, CA. Joe was born to Ben and Andy Oliver in Byars, OK on May 18, 1941....


 

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Joel Patrick Bratton

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John Chase, who wrote about Santa Cruz architecture, dies at 57

Thursday, August 19, 2010 9:51 AM 

John Chase was remembered fondly by friends and co-workers as a man who was witty, dressed flamboyantly, had a great sense of humor and a deep love for his adopted town of Santa Cruz, whose architecture and history he chronicled in a book.


 

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John Graham

Tuesday, September 14, 2010 3:00 AM 

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John Graham obits

Tuesday, September 14, 2010 3:00 AM 

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Jones, Darius

Monday, October 12, 2009 2:00 AM 

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Jose Jacinto Delima

Passed away in Santa Rosa, California on September 9, 2010 after a valiant battle with Cancer. He is lovingly survived by his wife of 39 years, Edith A. Delima; Beloved father of Tracy Ayag (Jemal); Adored grandfather of Jase Jospeh; Dear brother of Edward Delima (Helen), Tony Delima (Rita), Mario Delima (Estrella), and Susie Sousa (Tony). He is also lovingly survived by brothers and sisters-in-law and numerous nieces and nephews. Jose was born in The Azores on November 14, 1945. He served in the Portugese Army, Companhia de Cacadores, as a Corporal for three years. In December of 1969 he immigrated to the United States and settled in Santa Rosa. He enjoyed fishing and was an avid gardener, but his greatest passion was spending time with his grandson. Evening Vigil Rites will be held on Tuesday, September 14, 2010 at 7:00P.M. at the DANIELS CHAPEL OF THE ROSES, 1225 Sonoma Avenue, Santa Rosa, with visitation beginning at 5:00P.M. Friends and family are invited to meet at the DANIELS CHAPEL OF THE ROSES FUNERAL HOME on Wednesday, September 15, 2010 at 9:00A.M., thence to St. Rose Catholic Church, 398 Tenth Street, Santa Rosa, where a Funeral Mass will commence at 10:00A.M. Committal Services will follow at Calvary Catholic Cemetery, Santa Rosa. Daniels Chapel of the Roses Cremation and Funeral Services (707) 525-3730


 


 

Joseph Gitin

Joseph Gitin, longtime rabbi at Temple Emanu-El in San Jose, died Aug. 16, 2010, in San Francisco at age 104. 


 


 

Josephine Louise (Brown) Paturzo

Born on April 23, 1928 in Bakersfield, CA. She lived with her parents, Freddrick and Mary Louise Brown in San Pedro, CA. During WWII she was a member of the Army Air Forces Ground Observer Corps of the IV Fighter Command. She graduated from San Pedro High School in 1946. Throughout her life she had a passion for music and loved playing the piano. In 1947 she became a member of the Eastern Star. Josephine worked as a long distance operator for Pacific Bell. She met a handsome Italian man, Christopher Paturzo, whom she married on May 15, 1948. She loved to do needlecrafts. She was a member of the American Cetacean Society with her husband. She enjoyed traveling to Big Bear Lake as often as possible with the family to relax at her Sugarloaf Cabin. After retirement she enjoyed the Senior Citizens Group at Peck Park with her husband, participating in meetings, events and taking numerous trips. She loved being with her family. Josephine had four children, Christopher Paturzo II, Geraldine Louise Bess, Melina Marguerite Blackhurst, and Giovanna Marie Fleming. She leaves behind 12 grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. She will be dearly missed. A vigil service will be held today at 7:00pm at McNerney's Mortuary Chapel. A Funeral Mass will be offered Wednesday, 10:00am at Mary Star of the Sea Church. Burial will be at Green Hills Memorial Park. You are more than welcome to leave the family a message or share a memory at


 


 

Juan Maldonado

Friday, September 10, 2010 3:00 AM 

Juan Miranda Maldonado, 54, passed away Sept. 4 at Queen of the Valley Medical Center. He was born in Mexico on June 21, 1956, to Luis Maldonado and Magdalena Miranda.  


 


 

Juli Entwistle

Juli Entwistle, 41, was found dead at her home on Sunday. Police said they got a call about a domestic violence incident at 4:08 a.m. and arrived to find the woman lying on the floor of her Morrissey Boulevard studio apartment with a laceration to her neck.


 


 

Julia Huber

On Sunday, Julia Huber, 75, and her husband were killed as their Piper plane crashed on a hill north of Livermore. Both were experienced pilots and often made the 45-minute flight to and from Auburn, where their son lives.


 


 

Julieta Molina Frias

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Julius Lehfeldt

Julius Lehfeldt, born March 19, 1914, in Broad View, Mont., passed away on Aug. 30, in Yuma, Ariz., He was preceded in death by his loving wife, Lois E. Picton Lehfeldt., He is survived by four sons and two daughters, Norman Howard of San Francisco; Thomas Charal, Michael Stephan and Patrick William, all of Vacaville, Calif.; Eva May Forsman of Canby, Ore., and Janis Marie Moorhouse of San Jose, Calif.; eight grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren., Mr. Lehfeldt retired in 1974. He was a member of the California Retired Teachers Association and National Association of Retired Teachers., He was a graduate of the University of California, Berkeley and held a master's degree from the University of Pacific in Stockton, Calif. He was a charter member of the following: Y's Men's Club of Stockton, St. Paul's Methodist Church of Vacaville, Kiwanis Club, Vacaville. He was past president of the Lions Club, Arbuckle, Calif. He served seven years as a member of the State Council of Education for the California Teachers Association and was chairman of the Professional Rights and Responsibilities Committee. Prior to his retirement, he was principal and assistant superintendent of the Vacaville Unified School District from 1952 to 1965. He served as superintendent of Pierce Joint Unified School District in Colusa County, Calif., at the time of his retirement. He served as a substitute teacher in Yuma schools after his retirement., No services at his request. Memorial donations are suggested to Trinity United Methodist Church, Yuma. Ariz., Building Fund.,


 


 

Kathleen Eilers

Kathleen D. Eilers Resident of San Jose May 21, 1915-Sept. 10, 2010 Passed away at the age of 95. She was a long time resident in the Willow Glen area (in the home she built with her husband William W. Eilers Sr.) until recently residing at the Lincoln Glen Assisted Care facility also located in the Willow Glen Area. She was a member of the Willow Glen United Methodist Church. She is survived by her son William W Eilers Jr. and his wife Anita, her son Richard L. Eilers and his wife Paula, her four grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. In keeping with her wishes, no services are scheduled.


 


 

Kathleen Moorhead

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Keith Fortenberry

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Kenneth Reynolds

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Kevin Cueto

Marine Cpl. Kevin Cueto, 23, died in Afghanistan on June 22, 2010. He grew up in San Jose and Campbell, Calif.. 


 


 

Kraft, Dorothy

Saturday, September 11, 2010 2:00 AM 

Dorothy was born in Lodi, CA. She attended local schools and graduated from Lodi High in 1939. In 1940 she became engaged to Dave ..... 


 


 

Kraft, Harry Earl

Tuesday, September 14, 2010 2:00 AM 

Harry Earl Kraft Apr. 21, 1930 - Sept. 9, 2010 Resident of Livermore Harry Kraft, known to his family as Mickey, passed peacefully after ..... 


 


 

LINDA JULIAN

BEAUMONT LINDA ANNE BURNS JULIAN Born October 25, 1949, in Santa Ana, CA passed away after a lengthy illness on September 4, 2010 in Yucaipa, CA. Linda grew up in Orange County, CA, and graduated from Estancia High School in 1968. She attended Calvary Chapel and was a faithful servant to the Lord. Linda is survived by her companion and devoted caregiver, Bob Reyes, whom the family cannot thank enough for his love and dedication to Linda. She is also survived by her mother, Barbara Squires Rose; stepfather, Marv Rose; son, David Yoak; daughter, Amy Beth Yoak; brothers, Steven McManus and Mike (Sherry) Byers; sisters, Sandra (Bob) Elsworth and Barbara (J.D.) Bunnell; as well as her aunt Dottie and cousin Luanne; three grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Memorial Services will be held at 11:00 AM on Friday, September 17, 2010 at Weaver Mortuary Chapel, 1177 Beaumont Avenue, Beaumont, CA 92223. Linda was blessed with beauty inside and out. She loved the Lord and we know she is happy to be walking in his garden. We will miss her and her beautiful smile. To sign the online guestbook or leave condolences, please visit:


 


 

LORNA MARIE CHERNEY

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Larry Eugene Fairless

Wednesday, January 13, 2010 10:51 PM 

Larry Eugene Fairless, 62 of Porterville, CA, born on February 14, 1947, passed away on January 11, 2010. Larry was a former resident of Coalinga, and San Joaquin, CA and lived in Porterville for the past five years in the home of his dreams with...


 

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Lauretta Ramirez

Friday, September 10, 2010 3:00 AM 

Lauretta Frances Ramirez, 89, of Lodi, died Sept. 7. She was born in El Reno, Okla.


 


 

Leota Margaret Durham Shawver

Leota Margaret Shawver died at the age of 93 in Santa Rosa, on May 21, 2010., Leota moved to Vacaville in 2001 from Coarsegold, Calif., where she had lived with her husband since 1976. After his death, she wanted to live closer to her two children, Patrice Frary of Sebastopol and Donald Shawver of Fair Oaks., She was an active member of Covenant Community Church. She also was a painting student at the Vacaville Senior Center and enjoyed painting twice-weekly, taking time out during painting class to go downstairs to exercise., In 2004, Leota was chosen by Opportunity House as their Volunteer of the Year and was honored by the city of Vacaville for her services. Leota was an avid reader and was eclectic in her taste, from Mark Twain to Eleanor Roosevelt to Charles Colson. She was interested in world peace and kept up with the United Nations news, but also loved the Giants and the A's and also loved Tiger Woods., She was born in Springfield, Mo., the fourth of 10 children, and raised in the general Tulsa, Okla., area. She graduated from Tulsa high school at age 16 and moved to California in her late teens, residing in Pasadena and Costa Mesa., She married at the age of 24 and had her two children in her early 30s, after moving to northern California. Her active community service years were spent in Fremont, Calif., where she was not only active in her church but also in the local civic affairs of the city. She began painting in the late '60s and continued up until nine months before her death. Her medium was acrylics and like her reading tastes, her painting also showed a wide range of topics, from landscapes, to still life, to small animals., Leota leaves behind her two children and their spouses, Patrice and Steve Frary and their four children, Kathryn, Bryce, Grace and Anna, and five grandchildren; and Don and Peggy Shawver and his three children, Donna, Lee, and Luke, and one grandchild., Her memorial service will be held Saturday, Sept. 11, at 11 a.m. at Covenant Community Church., In lieu of flowers, the family has asked that donations be made to either Covenant Community Church - Deacons Fund, or Opportunity House.,


 


 

Lillian Jorgesen

Thursday, September 9, 2010 3:00 AM

Lillian Fern Jorgesen, 90, of Napa, died Monday, Sept. 6, 2010, at a local convalescent center.  


 


 

Lita M. Lawless

Lita M. Lawless, 88, of Dixon, died on Saturday, Sept. 4, in Vacaville., She was born on Sept. 22, 1921, in Ogden, Utah., A visitation will be held on Thursday, Sept. 9, from 12 to 1 p.m. with a funeral to follow at 1 p.m. at Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Dixon. Bishop Meseda will be officiating., Arrangements are by Milton Carpenter Funeral Home, 678-2189, www.miltoncarpenter.com.


 


 

Lloyd W. Craven

Thursday, January 14, 2010 5:53 PM 

Lloyd W. Craven passed away on January 11, 2010. He was born in Lindsay, California on February 1, 1930. He was a Korean War Veteran and was retired from the Tulare County Road Department in Terra Bella. He is survived by his wife Glenda Craven of...


 

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Lundin, Nancy (Brown)

Wednesday, September 8, 2010 2:00 AM

Nancy Brown Lundin passed away peacefully at the Hospice House in Stockton on Saturday, September 4, 2010. Nancy was born on January 9, 1922, to ..... 


 


 

Lynch, Javaughna

Wednesday, July 14, 2010 2:00 AM 

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Lynda Marie Dalton

Lynda Marie Dalton 63, of Robbins, CA, passed away September 13, 2010. Memorial Mass will be held at 10AM Friday, September 17, 2010 at St. Isidore's Catholic Church, Yuba City. Private Inurnment will be at the Sutter Cemetery. Arrangements are under the direction of Ullrey Memorial Chapel.


 


 

MARY L. (MITZI) GABONAY

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Maes, Ophelia M.

Tuesday, September 14, 2010 2:00 AM 

Ophelia M. Maes Dec. 25, 1911 ~ Sept. 10, 2010 Resident of Oakland Ophelia M. Maes of Oakland passed away September 10, 2010 at .....


 


 

Malvina Quinley "Dodie" Cooper

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Margaret Marsh

Margaret Zerline Forrester Marsh (Peggy), Resident of San Jose, Aug. 30, 1922-Sept. 3, 2010, A little blonde from Arkansas...An orphan child in the depression years...She was a free spirit who never got to be free...Tinkerbell with a cigarette...Too many kids and not enough money...She tried forever to fix the unfixable...A fierce and protective mother...She was Coyote., She was preceded in death by two husbands, four brothers and sisters, and one son. She leaves behind 6 children, 12 grandchildren, 5 great grandchildren, their partners and spouses, and many friends., At her request, no formal services will be held. For those who cared, please say a prayer, burn a candle, or write her a note, burn it and toss the ashes to the wind.


 


 

Margery Stafford

Wednesday, September 8, 2010 3:00 AM 

Margery Jane Stafford passed away Sept. 1, 2010 at Queen of the Valley Hospital in Napa, six days before her 93rd birthday. Loved ones were by her side.


 


 

Margie Pavey

Saturday, September 11, 2010 3:00 AM 

Margie Pavey, 86, died Sept. 7, 2010, in Sacramento, Calif.


 


 

Maria Delgado

Maria Rodriguez Delgado Resident of San Jose Passed away on the 10th of September, Maria is survived by her brother, Gilbert Rodriguez; her children, Daniel, Robert, Delia, Gilbert Delgado and Virginia Richbourg; her 11 grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren, and many relatives and friends. Funeral Service will be held at 10am on Wednesday, 9/15/2010 at Oak Hill Funeral Home's Chapel of the Oaks with a viewing from 9 am to 9 pm, with a vigil at 7pm, on Tuesday, 9/14/2010.


 


 

Maria Elena Montellano

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Maria Kuruc

Maria de Lourdes Kuruc Resident of San Jose 7-24-36 to 9-1-10 Maria was a 19 yr employee of Ward Dept. Store. Service will held at Calvary Cemetery on 9/16/10 at 11 AM. 


 


 

Marilyn Marks Tenzer

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Marilyn Sue Daniel

Marilyn Sue Daniel of Redondo Beach, California, passed away on September 9, 2010 at the age of 72. Marilyn was born on December 29, 1937 in Barnsdall, Oklahoma, the daughter of Ben and Gladys Hill. She resided in Barnsdall until 1957, when she moved to Redondo Beach. Marilyn was a resident of Redondo Beach for over 40 years. During that time she served with the parks and recreation department, and was actively involved with the North Redondo Little League for many years. Marilyn is survived by her son, Clinton E. Daniel, Jr. of Torrance; her daughter, Billie Darlene Vest of Florida; four grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be Wednesday, September 15, 2010 at 11:00 a.m. in the Pacific Crest Cemetery Chapel, Redondo Beach. Interment is to immediately follow the chapel service. The services are open to any who wish to attend. Please sign the guestbook at


 


 

Marlene Craver

Marlene Craver Marlene my Love, today you would have been 60 years old. Thank you for spending nearly 30 of those years with me. Thank you for being Mrs. Craver and Loving me as I Love you. Thank you for the memories that will last forever. Marlene, you will always be the Love of my life. We all miss you very much. Love, Jimmy and all of your family.


 


 

Marshall Absalom

Marshall Absalom Resident of Sunnyvale Entered into eternal peace Fri., August 27, 2010, at home with his family by his side. Age 72 yrs. He is survived by his wife Carol, his children Stephanie (husband Ron) and Joshua. "Papa Marshall" to four beautiful grandchildren Lucas, Brandon, Kayla and Levi. A Memorial mass will be held on Fri., Sept. 17th at 11:00 A.M. at St. William Catholic Church, 611 South El Monte Ave., Los Altos, Ca. 94022 In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Marshall Absalom Grant Fund c/o Mtn.View Kiwanis Foundation, P.O. Box 607, Mtn. View, CA 94042 or the charity of your choice. Please view/sign guestbook at cusimanocolonial.com


 


 

Martha Friedenberg

Martha Merle Friedenberg Passed away peacefully at home in San Francisco on September 11th, 2010. She was adored by her children, Jay Friedenberg, Merle Friedenberg, Gretchen Berggruen and Mary Ann Garcia. She was a devoted mother-in-law to Donna Friedenberg and John Berggruen and loving Grandmother to Meredith Levy, Jennifer Weiss, Alexander Berggruen, Melanie Weber and Michael Friedenberg as well as to 7 great-grandchildren. Born Martha Feely in Worcester, Massachusetts on April 11th, 1914 she is pre-deceased by her loving husband of 60 years, Milton Hill Friedenberg and by her beloved sister Loretta Rocheleau. Raised and educated in Boston, Martha worked as a secretary for the US Army, and in the Massachusetts State House. She was dearly loved by her many friends and will be greatly missed. A Memorial Mass will be held on Tuesday September 21st at Notre Dame des Victoires, 566 Bush St, San Francisco, at 2:30pm. In Lieu of flowers donations may be made to UCSF Foundation 220 Montgomery St. S.F. CA. 94104 benefitting either The Memory and Aging Center or The Young Adult and Family Center at Langley Porter.


 


 

Mary Arena

Mary Arena Resident of San Jose Entered peacefully into rest at home on September 10, at the age of 98. She is preceded in death by her husband Joseph Arena. She is survived by her daughter Marie Millett and her husband Ed, and son Joseph Arena. Dear grandmother to Eddie, John and Mike. Loving grandma-ma to Rebecca, Michael, Jennifer, Trevor, Camila, Gabriela and Paulo. Brother Frank Bonaccorso and sister Ann Gualtieri. Family and friends are invited to attend a viewing at 6:00 p.m. and Vigil at 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, September 15 at Lima Family Erickson Memorial Chapel, 710 Willow Street, San Jose. Graveside service at Calvary Cemetery, 2650 Madden Avenue, San Jose 12:30 p.m. Thursday, September 16.


 


 

Mary Louise Ross

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Mary Perkins McArthur

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Mayeda, Tomi

Tuesday, September 14, 2010 2:00 AM 

Tomi Mayeda Jul. 25, 1918 - Sept. 6, 2010 Former Resident of San Pablo Passed away peacefully at the age of 92 after a ..... 


 


 

McKindley, Ray

Thursday, September 9, 2010 2:00 AM

Ray was born to Ernest and Mae McKindley of Acampo, CA. He graduated from Lodi High School. He served in the US Navy aboard ..... 


 


 

McMahon, Dennis Duggan

Tuesday, September 14, 2010 2:00 AM 

Dennis Duggan McMahon Resident of San Francisco passed away at home in San Francisco on September 11, 2010 after an extended illness. He is ..... 


 


 

Michael Cougill

Michael A. Cougill Resident of San Jose Born Dec 28, 1959, Mike played his last song on Sept 9, 2010. He will be remembered as a loving father and wonderful brother. Family and friends will keep his talent as a musician, his incredible sense of humor and his enthusiasm for baseball, in their hearts forever. He is survived by his son, Sean Patrick Cougill; sister, Kathleen Betts (Stephen); brother, Patrick Cougill (Lori); aunt, Marie Lipari; sister-in-law, Jan Masuda Cougill; nieces, Alison Betts Chalmers, Kaitlin Cougill and Lindsay Cougill, and nephews, Andrew Paz and Ryan Cougill. Mike joins his parents, Billy Joe and Anita Bocca Cougill, brothers, Stephen, Kevin and Timothy and his grandparents, Kathryn Monogue, and Floyd and Jewell Cougill. Services will be held on Sept 16, 7:00 pm at St. Martin of Tours, 200 O'Connor Drive, San Jose, CA 95128.


 


 

Muriel Roby

Friday, September 10, 2010 3:00 AM 

Muriel Roby, 89, formerly of Lodi, died Sept. 7. She was born Sept. 20, 1920 in Charleston, Ark. 


 


 

Nancy Marie Greggins

Sunday, September 12, 2010 3:00 AM 

Nancy Marie Greggins passed away peacefully on Sept. 5, 2010 in Southern California.


 


 

Nancy Rogers

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Naoma Faye O'Dell

Friday, January 15, 2010 7:55 PM 

On January 12, 2010 at 12:15 pm our mother, Naoma Faye O'Dell passed away with her daughters Trish and Linda by her side. Naoma joined our Lord Jesus Christ along with her husband Richard O'Dell, son Jerry Hyder and other family members who were...


 

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Nelson Rossig

Born at Bucksport on December 3, 1908 to Richard and Nettie Rossig, Nelson Rossig passed away Saturday, September 11, 2010 at his home in Eureka. He was an Elder of the Wiyot tribe. As a young boy he was taught to fish and hunt by his Uncle Jerry James. He enjoyed every kind of bounty the waters of the north coast have to offer. Crab, mussels, abalone, eels, and of course salmon and steelhead are just some of the treasures he enjoyed. He got his first taste of fly fishing as a teenager with Joe Dickerson and developed his talent into an art form he enjoyed all his life. Not only did he tie his own flies, but he had an innate ability to 'read' the river and know exactly where to cast his fly. As a young man he went into the refrigeration business in San Francisco but as rewarding as that business was, he longed to be closer to the rivers he grew up on and in 1947, he moved back to Eureka to make his home with his wife, Emily. He worked as a longshoreman for many years, retiring at the age of 65 to enjoy his fly fishing hobby full time. Nelson served on the Humboldt County Grand Jury and also served on the Fish and Game Advisory Committee. He will always be known as an advocate for local fishermen and for fighting to maintain access to the rivers for sportsmen. Nelson was preceded in death by his wife of 63 years, Emily Jane Wilson Rossig. He is survived by his niece Claire Vinson and her husband Eddie Vinson of Buda, Texas, who served as his dedicated caregivers for the last four months of his life. He is also survived by his sister, Irene Carlson, his sister-in-law, Leta Wilson, his nieces and nephews: Velva Angell, Henry Cooper, Albert James II, Myra Lamberson, Fred Lamberson, Jr., Colleen Guido, Dorothy Long, Elmer Rossig, Bill Rossig, Emil Pawlus, Richard Pawlus, Jill Kovacovich, Susan Hubbard, Rew E. Wilson, Sam Wilson, Shawn Wilson, Nancy Kelly Stevens, Kacey Kelly Davis, Patrick Kelly, Jennifer Wilson Chapman, Carolyn Wilson Crnich, Jeffrey Wilson, Christopher G. Wilson, and his Godson, Paul Angell as well as three more generations of nieces and nephews. He also leaves behind a whole river bar full of fishing buddies including Forrest Willis, Harold Neville, and Conrad Calimpong who comforted and amused him with fishing memories during his last months. Special thanks also to the members of the Yurok Tribe who so generously sent acorns, smoked salmon, eels and sturgeon when those were the only things Nelson wanted to eat. A graveside service for his family and friends will be held at Ocean View Cemetery on Wednesday, September 15, 2010 at 1 p.m. Please sign the guest book at


 


 

Newman Davenport

Newman Stanley Davenport It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Newman Stanley Davenport. Stan was born in Tuskegee, Ala. On August 18, 1944 to Newman S. Davenport, Sr., and Lillian Warmack Davenport. He passed away on September 4, 2010 at St. Joseph's Hospital in Stockton, California. He leaves behind to cherish his memory his wife, Sara Reiter Davenport, his daughter Carla Davenport Herzenberg, and his son Mark Davenport, his son-in-law Jon Herzenberg, and his adored granddaughter, Indah Lola Herzenberg. Stan is survived by his sisters: Carolyn Newman; Diann Anderson; Renay Griffin; Janet Ellis. He will be missed by his very special brothers-in-law; Sam Newman; Gary Griffin and Gregory Ellis. He was truly loved and will be missed by the entire Reiter family, also by numerous aunts, uncles, nephews, nieces and so many good friends. Stan was an exceptional educator for over 40 years , 35 of which were spent at Franklin High School in Stockton, where he also served for many years as English Department Chair. Stan's enthusiasm, expertise and concern made him an inspiring and beloved teacher. His wonderful colleagues are among the many close friends who mourn his passing. Stan was an expert racquetball player, and had a close knit Thursday night poker group for over 30 years. He was surrounded by many dear and treasured lifelong friends. The Family wishes to thank Dr. Peter Garbeff, Dr. Charles Ryan and Dr. Aminder Mehdi for their exceptional care during Stan's fight against Prostate cancer, as well as the incredibly dedicated nurses and staff at UCSF Infusion Center. Private graveside ceremonies have been held, a celebration of Stan's life will be held at a future date. For those who wish to honor Stan the family suggests contributions to Franklin High School Jazz Band, or the University of California Urology Dept. Att: Dr. Charles Ryan, or St. Joseph's Hospital Foundation. Please sign his on-line guest book at Cherokeememorial.com.


 


 

Nicolino Carnevale

Nicolino Carnevale, 89, passed away at his home in Lake Havasu City, Ariz. with his family by his side on Monday, September 6, 2010. He was born on October 8, 1920 in New York, N.Y. to Carlo and Vita Maria (Scianimanica) Carnevale. Nicolino proudly served his country in the Merchant Marines as well as the


 


 

Obituaries for Tuesday, August 14

Tuesday, September 14, 2010 1:28 AM 

BALDWIN -- Joyann Elaine Teter Baldwin, 64, of Visalia died Friday. She was a dispatcher for the Tulare County Sheriff's Office. Visitation: 9 to 11 a.m. Thursday, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 825 W. Tulare Ave. Services: 11 a.m. Thursday at the church. Arrangements: Miller Memorial Chapel.


 


 

Obituaries, Aug. 16, 2010: Gama

Monday, August 16, 2010 9:32 AM 

Ruben Gama Services are Aug. 18 for Ruben Gama, who died Aug. 11 at Watsonville Community Hospital. He was 75. 


 


 

Obituaries, Aug. 26, 2010: Panis, Hopper

Thursday, August 26, 2010 3:41 AM

Darlene Hopper There are no services for Darlene Audrey Hopper, who died Aug. 19 in San Andreas of natural causes. 


 


 

Obituaries, Sept. 10, 2010: Fontenot, Martinez, Baker, Kensinger, Contreras

Monday, September 13, 2010 5:24 PM 

Joseph Fontenot Services are today for Joseph Winston Fontenot, who died Sept. 5 at Dominican Hospital in Santa Cruz after a four-month illness. 


 


 

Obituaries, Sept. 2, 2010: Anton, Fortenbery, Lyons, Rhodes

Thursday, September 2, 2010 9:05 AM 

Judith Anton Services will be Oct. 23 for Judith Anton, who died Aug. 26 in Aptos of cancer. She was 77.


 


 

Obituary, Sept. 11, 2010: Murillo

Monday, September 13, 2010 5:21 PM 

Services are Sept. 11 for Consuelo Murillo, who died Sept. 8 at her Watsonville home after an illness.


 


 

Obituary, Sept. 3, 2010: Hester

Monday, September 13, 2010 5:31 PM 

Rosena Hester No services are scheduled for Rosena Hester, who died Sept. 1 in Santa Cruz. She was 79. 


 


 

Ollie "Inez" (Roberts) Hoggard

Ollie "Inez" Hoggard, 79, of Hanford, California departed this life on Thursday, September 9, 2010 in Hanford, California. She was a homemaker., Inez was born in Near Stuart, Pittsburg, Oklahoma on November 16, 1930 to Oren and Ollie Roberts. She attended school briefly in Oklahoma and her family moved to Hanford, California to make their home. Inez graduated from Hanford High School in 1948. On July 17, 1948 she married James Lee Hoggard in Armona, California. Inez was a faithful member of Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Hanford where she served as Relief Society President for five years and was a Stake Relief Society Board Member for 14 years. She enjoyed her church work, gardening, cooking and have family gatherings and holidays at her home when she was able. Inez most enjoyed her family and spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, James Lee Hoggard in 1998., Inez is survived by her son, Ron Hoggard and wife, Zona of Corcoran, CA; brother, Oren Ray Roberts of Hanford, CA; sister, Linda Lou Roberts of Hanford, CA; three grandchildren, Petra LeAnn Mosley, Ryan Neal Hoggard and wife, Christine and Robert James Hoggard and wife, Laura and five great-grandchildren, Trevor, Kara, Cohen, Dakota and Isaiah., Visitation will be held on Tuesday, September 14, 2010 from 5-7 p.m. at People's Funeral Chapel, 501 N. Douty St., Hanford, CA. Services will be held on Wednesday, September 15, 2010 at 9 a.m. at Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Hanford, CA. Burial will follow at the Hanford Cemetery., Condolences may be offered at, Arrangements entrusted to People's Funeral Chapel, 501 N. Douty St., Hanford, CA 93230 (559) 584-5591.


 


 

Oskar Huber

On Sunday, Oskar Huber, 77, and his wife were killed as their Piper plane crashed on a hill north of Livermore. Both were experienced pilots and often made the 45-minute flight to and from Auburn, where their son lives.


 


 

PETER BRON

July 23, 1927 ~ September 11, 2010 Peter Bron was born July 23, 1927 in Friesland , Holland and passed away on September 11, 2010 after fighting a courageous battle with lymphoma. He was a loving husband, dad and papa and wasn't ready "to throw in the towel. " Peter was raised as a dairyman. In 1951, he married the love of his life, Ramona. They raised their family on the dairy and in 1975 they moved to a farm in Merced. He lived by the "school of Hardknocks," and was fortunate to become a successful property owner in the Merced area. One of Peter's favorite hobbies in addition to building, and enjoying his family at their Cayucos beach houses, was yard sale searching. His creative mind was able to seek treasure in rejected items and restore antiques. He is survived by his wife Ramona, and children, David Bron, Annamarie Brown, Margaret Weber, and Jennifer Fisher; and son-in-laws, Joel Weber and Larry Fisher. He also has ten grandchildren, Matthew, Joe, and Mark Bron, Jennifer, Carmen and Maraynne Brown, Peter and Benjamin Weber, and Chadwick and Sophia Fisher. He has four great-grandchildren with several on the way. A Graveside Service will be held at Merced District Cemetery on Wednesday, September 15, at 10 am. Funeral Arrangments entrusted to Whitton Family Funeral Service.


 


 

Pamela Lee

Pamela Wilkinson Lee Mar 4, 1961-June 17, 2010 Survived by son Brandon and daughter Samantha. Remembrance July 10, 2010. 408-239-0216.


 


 

Pat Michaels

Pat Michaels, 84, died in Rancho Mirage on August 23, 2010. Pat was born in Superior, Wisc. and moved to Orange County when he was ten. Pat battled lung cancer and other ailments in recent years. He spent his career covering news for TV, radio and newspaper including a society travel column for The Desert Sun. Pat and his wife, Paula, moved to Palm Springs ten years ago where he continued his journalistic work in Newport Beach and in the desert. Pat served in the Marine Corps in combat at Guadalcanal. He and Paula were married 50 years. Michaels had eight children, including four with Paula. Military services were held at Fort Rosecrans National Cemetery in San Diego where he was buried. Donations can be made to the


 


 

Patrick Kevin Riley

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Paul Kellogg Soper III

Paul Kellogg, Soper III, Resident of San Jose, 67, died September 8, 2010., Mr. Soper was born November 6, 1942, in Baltimore, MD to Paul Kellogg Soper II and Sylvia Marie Soper (Kovach). He proudly served in the, during the, . In 1966, he moved to San Jose, CA where he was an early pioneer in the tech industry. He was a member of the Holy Family Church and American Legion Post 344., Paul was a devoted family man survived by his sons James, David, Paul, Steven, Doug and Andrew, his daughters Susan and Agnes, his nephews Chris and Gabriel, and his six grandchildren., The viewing will be held Sept. 14, 2010 at Oak Hill Funeral Home in San Jose from 12-6 PM in the Chapel of the Roses followed by a Rosary at 7 PM. The final service will be held on Sept.15, 2010 the same location the following day at 11 AM.


 


 

Paul Wayne Dickinson

May 22, 1930 - September 1, 2010 Paul was born to Lee and Pearl Dickinson in Berkley, Calif. and lived in the San Francisco area for 61 years. Paul lived the last 19 years in Cathedral City, Calif. with his partner, Bill Humphries. Paul served in the U.S. Army from 1951-1953. He retired from Southern Pacific Railroad after 34 years as assistant to the executive vice president. He was one of five children and is survived by his son, Lowry Mitchell of San Leandro, Calif.; his sister, Arleen Carlson of Concord, Calif.; his brother, Loy Dickinson of Colorado and Arizona; as well as his 19 nieces and nephews. Paul was preceded in death by his sister, Eileen Bourgeois; and brother, Vance Dickinson. Paul genuinely loved people, telling all those jokes, discussing everything from politics to the best brand of scotch, travel, photography, and his amazing movie collection. Paul touched the lives of countless people and maintained his trademark sense of humor to the very end. Friends and family in the Bay area will celebrate Paul's love of life on October 9, 2010. His desert family of friends will toast Paul in his desert home with the date to be announced. Cremation has been pre-arranged with ashes to be spread in the San Francisco Bay area and his beloved desert.


 


 

Peggy Bowman

Peggy Bowman, who loved the Lord Jesus Christ and is now with Him in Heaven, passed away at the City of Hope on September 3, 2010 after a courageous battle with cancer. She was born April 30, 1935 in Los Angeles, Calif. She graduated from Whittier College and taught school at Rio Hondo High School as a math teacher and High School Counselor until she retired. She married Glen Bowman in 1956. They lived in Arcadia, Calif. and spent time at a second home in the Desert area. Then they made their home at Chaparral Country Club in Palm Desert in the early 90's. Glen passed away in 1999. Peggy was very active in the Chaparral Woman's Golf Club. She was president of the Women's Golf Club and then served on the board for many years after. She is survived by her long time companion, Vee Syracuse, whom she loved dearly; and her son, David Bowman and his wife, Wendy. Peggy will be truly missed by all her close friends and all that knew her. Peggy was a lady of real class, soft spoken easy to be with and always enjoying life to the fullest. A Memorial Service was held on September 10, 2010 at Sacred Heart in Palm Desert.


 


 

Peggy Prew

Peggy A. Prew, 6-1-26 - 9-14-09, In loving memory, Although our songbird is no longer here, those we love don't go away. They walk beside us every day, unseen, unheard, but always near. Still loved, still missed and still very dear. At peace with her beloved husband, LCDR John A. Prew. Diane, Tony, Family and Dear Friends


 


 

Pena, Felix

Tuesday, September 14, 2010 2:00 AM 

Felix Pe¤a Feb. 21, 1937 Sept. 10, 2010 Resident of Union City It is with great sadness for our family to announce the passing ..... 


 


 

Peter Joseph Ferrari

Peter Joseph Ferrari, 92 of Suisun City died on Friday, Sept. 3. He was born on April 6, 1918., Private family services will be held. Arrangements are entrusted to the care of Fairfield Funeral Home, 425-1041, fairfieldfuneral -home.com. 


 


 

Peter Lenz

Peter Lenz, 13, died Aug. 29, 2010, after an accident during warm-ups for a motorcycle race at Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Before his family moved to Washington, he lived in Santa Cruz and Mountain View, Calif. His paternal grandparents and uncles live in the Santa Cruz area.


 


 

Peter Parashis

Peter George Parashis Jan. 8, 1915 - Sep. 11, 2010 Peter passed peacefully from this life on Saturday, September 11, 2010 to join his late wife and true love Angel with the Lord. He was loved by many late and surviving family members and friends. Peter was born in San Francisco, CA to the late George and Constantina Parashis. He is survived by his loving daughter Joyce (Tom) Triantos and adoring sister Martha (late Ted) Capinaris. He was the devoted father of the late George (Marion) Parashis, and fond brother of the late Ernest (late Georgia), late Phil (Sophie), and late James (Marie) Parashis. Peter had six affectionate grandchildren: Bill (Elisia) Triantos, Marie (John) Campo, Peter (Tammy) Parashis, Michael (Stacey) Triantos, Angela Triantos, and Suzanne Parashis and ten adoring great-grandchildren: Justin, Jessica, Thomas, Matthew, Zoe and Alyssa Triantos and Ava, Julia, and Ella Parashis and Andreas Rabbitt. Peter was also the Godfather of Gail (Michael) Kelechava, Tony (Joan) Anderson, & Joanna Coulouris. Peter is also survived by many dear nephews and nieces: George E. Parashis, Jay (Sandy) Parashis, Harry (Tish) Parashis, Connie (late Gary) McIntyre, George P. Parashis, Stephanie Parashis, Tina (Don) Mintz, Elizabeth (John) Fredrickson, Annette Vassallo, and Stan Pappas. He is also survived by many great nieces and nephews. He is also survived by the warm love he received from his cousins, Helen (Homer) Coreris and the late Mary and Manuel Babbes, as well as many friends, particularly his friends of the faithful at Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church. Peter loved to fish, golf, and was an avid San Francisco Giants and 49ers fan. He devoted his time to his family and friends and was a long-time servant of the Lord at Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church Peter was involved in many clubs and associations throughout his great life, including the Native Sons of the Golden West, The G.O.L.F Club (Greek Orthodox Links Fellowship), Yerba Buena Anglers Club (in which he served as past President), SIRS (Seniors in Retirement), Pan-Arcadian Society, and Member of the Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church (which he served as past Vice President of the Parish Council) All family members and friends are invited to a Trisagion service, which will be held at Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church, 999 Brotherhood Way, San Francisco, CA on Wednesday September 15 at 7:00PM The funeral services will be held at Holy Trinity on Thursday September 16th at 11:00 AM. A Makaria will follow services at the Father Anthony Kosturos Memorial Hall. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church.


 


 

Phil Ukalovich

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Philip Ray Eichenberger

Philip Ray Eichenberger, 60, of Fairfield, died on Aug. 11 following a tragic workshop accident at home. He was born on Aug. 8, 1950, in Portland, Ore., A memorial service will be held on Sept. 11 at 11 a.m. at St. Mark's Lutheran Church, 1600 Union Ave., Fairfield, Calif. This will be followed by a reception at 4375 Green Valley Road, Fairfield, Calif., In lieu of flowers, the family asks that a donation be made in Phil's name to one of the following: JAARS, Attention: Maritime Safety Services, Project S5645, P.O. Box 248, Waxhaw, NC 28173 http://www.jaars.org/getinvolved/give or Heather House, 724 Ohio St., Fairfield, Calif., 94533 http://www.interfaithcouncilsolanocounty.org/donate.htm., Arrangements are entrusted to the care of Fairfield Funeral Home, 425-1041.,


 


 

Poet and publisher George Hitchcock lived a long life of committed artistic independence

Tuesday, August 31, 2010 11:44 PM 

As the publisher of a literary journal, George Hitchcock had many occasions to send out rejection letters to would-be poets and essayists.


 

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Prieto, Brianne Nicole "Nikki"

Wednesday, September 8, 2010 2:00 AM 

"Nikki" Prieto lost her life on 9/1/10 after an automobile accident. She was preceded in death by her baby brother Joseph "Mathew" Simpson earlier ..... 


 


 

RINETTI, Albert

Sunday, September 12, 2010 2:00 AM 

Albert J. Rinetti Feb. 25, 1934 ~ Sept. 2, 2010 Resident of Danville Albert J. Rinetti was not only a hallmark to the City .....


 


 

ROBERT J. LeVEA Sr.

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ROBERT L. WILKINS

ROBERT L. WILKINS, Ph.D., Professor and textbook author of respiratory care passed away peacefully on Sabbath, September 11, 2010, at the Loma Linda University Medical Center surrounded by family and friends. Robert, 56, was born to Elza H. (deceased) and Ruby Benson Wilkins on April 21, 1954, in Camden, New Jersey. Bob spent his childhood years in Cincinnati, Ohio. He graduated high school from Spring Valley Seventh-day Adventist Academy in Dayton, Ohio. Dr. Wilkins studied respiratory care at the Kettering College of Medical Arts in Kettering, Ohio, and at Loma Linda University, where he received the Bachelor of Science degree in 1978. He completed a Master of Education degree at La Sierra University, Riverside, Calif., in 1986, and finished his Ph.D. in educational psychology from the University of Southern California in 1996. He served as faculty in the Cardiopulmonary Science Department at Loma Linda University, School of Allied Health from 1979 to 2006. He was recruited to


 


 

ROBERT WARREN HARDING

1922 ~ 2010 Robert Warren Harding of Spokane, Washington and Atwater California passed away on Sunday, August 8, 2010. He was 88 years old. Mr. Harding was born in Spokane in 1922, where he lived until joining the Navy in 1942. While in the Navy, he helped repair the landing craft used during the invasion of the Philippines under the command of General MacArthur. After leaving the Navy, he became a civil service instructor for the Air Force. He retired in 1987, after nearly 46 years of federal service. Mr. Harding was preceded in death by his son Jack. He is survived by Donna, his wife of 67 years, his sister Lillian, his daughter Jill and her husband Darrell, his daughter Sue and her husband Kosta, his son Steve and his wife Martha, six Grandchildren, and seven great grandchildren.


 


 

ROGERS, Vernon Neal

ROGERS, Vernon Neal Vernon, loving husband, father, and grandfather passed away peacefully at home in the presence of his devoted wife of 51 years, Beatriz V. Rogers, on September 10, 2010.


 


 

ROSANNE COLLEA MCMILLAN

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ROSE LAVIN DIAZ

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RUTH EILEEN DROESSLER

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Raghbir Singh (Bhalwan) Hayre

Raghbir Singh Hayre (Bhalwan) April 5, 1941- September 10, 2010 Raghbir Singh Hayre (Bhalwan) was born on April 5th 1941 to Late Ujagar Singh and Gurbachan Kaur at Littran pind, Punjab. He had three brothers and one sister. Raghbir attended school at Shankar and at a very young age was fond of Wrestling and Kabaddi. He started professional wrestling at the age of 18 and traveled through out India during his youth competing in the sport, he loved so much. In 1968 Raghbir traveled to Kenya to work under his Uncle, Bishan Singh Hayre where he also continued to play Kabaddi and traveled throughout the country. In 1975, as coach and captain of the Kenya Kabaddi team Raghbir traveled to the UK, he spent seven years in the UK before moving to the United States. He chose to settle in Yuba City with his wife, Surinder Kaur and sons, Mandeep Singh and Jagrup Singh and daughter Ranjit Kaur. Raghbir who spend 29 years in Yuba City was known as a very hard worker and a family man who strived to provide for his family. To this day we are all indebted to him and appreciate the hard work and the great sacrifice he undertook during his lifetime for his family and loved ones. Funeral Services will be held at the Ullrey Memorial Chapel, 817 Almond Street, Yuba City, CA on Sunday, September 19th at 11:00 AM followed by Final Prayers and Cremation at Ullrey Memorial Chapel Crematory. Send Condolences


 


 

Ramirez, Lauretta

Friday, September 10, 2010 2:00 AM

Lauretta Frances Ramirez, 89, of Lodi, died Sept. 7. She was born in El Reno, Okla. Mrs. Ramirez was a high school teacher and taught ..... 


 


 

Read, William Francis

Tuesday, September 14, 2010 2:00 AM 

William Francis Read Apr. 18, 1935 - Sept. 9, 2010 Resident of Hayward William Francis Read was born April 18, 1935 in Bremerton, WA ..... 


 


 

Reichmuth, Thomas E.

Thursday, September 9, 2010 2:00 AM 

Thomas E. Reichmuth passed away on Sunday, September 5, 2010, following a courageous battle with cancer and surrounded by his loved ones. Tom was ..... 


 


 

Ricardo Geronimo

Ricardo De Leon Geronimo Resident of San Jose Aged 82 years, Beloved husband of the late Gloria Geronimo, adoring father of Ricardo L. Geronimo, Jr. and Faith Carroll. Dear brother of Virginia & Senida. Devoted grandfather of 5 and great grandfather of 9. Funeral Services Friday at 12:30 pm at Chapel of Flowers, 900 S. Second St., interment Calvary Cemetery, San Jose.


 


 

Richard H. Gomez

Richard H. Gomez passed away on August 29, 2010 in Fontana, Calif. He was born June 11, 1943 in Indio to Pablo and Andrea Gomez. He is survived by his wife, Rose of San Bernardino; sons, Rick, Randy and Chris, all Gomez; daughters, Vianka Orrantia, Denise Gomez and Veronica Gomez; and step-daughter Lorraine Ciriza; brother Edward Gomez; sisters, Jessie Ramirez, Blassa Saiz, Rosie Guzman, Estella Montez, Vera Diaz and Esther Valenzuela; and many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by three sons, Gene, Ricky, and Mark, all Gomez; two brothers, Eulalio and Charlie Gomez, and his parents. Services will be held at 2:00 p.m, Friday, Sept. 10, 2010 at Our Lady of Soledad Catholic Church in Coachella. Burial to follow at Coachella Valley Cemetery.


 


 

Richard J. Overholt

Tuesday, January 12, 2010 6:20 PM 

Richard J. Overholt, 84, of Porterville passed away on January 7, 2010. He was born in Montebello, California on September 12, 1925. At the age of 14 he moved to this area, west of Porterville where he continued farming with his father and brother....


 

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Rita Schnaidt

Rita Schnaidt August 19, 1931 to August 16, 2010 Rita Mae Barnes (Brooks) Schnaidt passed away at home with family present on August 16, 2010. Rita was born to Orley Jennings Barnes and Violeta May Berrey Barnes in Inglewood, CA, on August 19, 1931 along with her triplet sisters. She attended Standard School and Kern County High School. Her many interests over the years included playing summer softball, family camping at Bass Lake, dancing, volunteering in the Memorial Hospital Auxiliary, playing golf, watching her children and grandchildren play sports, rooting for USC, sewing, attending classes at BC, public speaking, cooking, entertaining, playing tour guide of the bay area for her many visitors, doing arts and crafts, and shopping garage sales. Rita married the love of her life, Ernest Schnaidt, on April 6, 1962. He brought much happiness to her life. Rita's greatest joy and interest was in meeting and interacting with people, a gift that served her well both personally and professionally. She enjoyed her career in real estate in Bakersfield for nearly 30 years. Characteristically active, up until one month before her passing she was still hard at work managing a large apartment building in Oakland, CA, where she was loved and appreciated by her tenants. Never timid and always fascinated by human experience, Rita traveled regularly in her later years, exploring New York, Pennsylvania, Washington D.C., and Europe. A favorite destination was Cayucos, CA. Always interested in the stories and opinions of others, she was an active member of Toastmasters and the Lions Club for many years. Rita was preceded in death by her mother, May and her sister, Lucille Irene Barnes in 1931; her grandmother who helped raise her, Lucy Adaline Rider Barnes in 1949; her father, O.J., in 1961; and her husband, Ernie, in 1988. Rita is survived by her brother, Samuel Barnes (Esta); her sister, Lois Roark (Bill); and her sister-in-law, Miriam Schnaidt; her nephew and six nieces, Brad Barnes, Brenda Barnes, Kris Talbot Rooney, Nancy Talbot Coy, Lisa Talbot Bohannon, Pamela Schnaidt Davis, Debra Schnaidt Lane, and their respective spouses and families; her three children, Sandy Brooks Ruff (Jerry), Michael Brooks (Barbara), and Marc Schnaidt (Rhonda); her five grandchildren, Jason Ruff (Amy), Seth Ruff (Kathleen), Jennifer Allen-Brooks Martinez (Mike), Traci Schnaidt, and Allyson Schnaidt. Rita also had four great-grandchildren: McCartney Ruff, Madison Ruff, Hudson Ruff, and Truman Ruff. There will be memorial service at Neighborhood Bible Church, 4101 Patton Way, in Bakersfield, on Sept. 18, at 1:30 p.m. Memories and affirmations that could be read at the service are welcome. Please mail to Sandy Ruff, 9530 Hageman Rd., Suite B345, Bakersfield 93312.


 


 

Robeen, Betty Jean

Tuesday, September 14, 2010 2:00 AM 

Betty Jean Robeen, 66 LA JOLLA BAND OF LUISENO INDIANS- - Betty Jean Robeen passed away on Tuesday, September 7, 2010. She was born ..... 


 


 

Robert Bob James Wise

Robert "Bob" James Wise, 71, of La Quinta, Calif. passed away on September 2, 2010. He was born to Arthur and Helen Wise and was the first New Year's Baby of Monterey County on January 1, 1939. He was a lifelong resident of Carmel, Calif. until he moved to La Quinta in 2005. He is a graduate of the Carmel High School class of 1956. He served in the


 


 

Robert Micheal Kallush

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Robert Munro

Saturday, September 11, 2010 3:00 AM 

Robert Mills Munro (Bob), 88, passed away peacefully on Aug. 30, 2010 at the Veterans Home in Yountville. Bob had served in the U.S. Navy in the South Pacific on the U.S.S. Menominee ATF73 Fleet Tug.


 


 

Robert P. Mellander

Robert P. Mellander, 89, of Palm Desert, Calif., passed away from consequences of a stroke at 8:45 PM, on Thursday, September 2, 2010. He was born Paul Robert Mellander on March 17, 1921, in Chicago, Ill., the son of Paul C. and Lydia Swenson Mellander. Bob grew up in St. Charles, Ill., graduating from St. Charles High School in 1939. He attended Glendale Junior College in California, and Augustana College in Rock Island, Ill., before serving in the U.S. Army. He made his home in Wheaton, Ill. and worked most of his life as an insurance broker in the Chicago area before he retired to Palm Desert in 1984. It was there that he met the love of his life, Delores Concoby. They were married on October 1, 1988. He was a passionate golfer, a member of Shadow Mountain Golf Club, and a proud member of AA for 35 years. In addition to his wife, Dee; he is survived by sons, Paul (Angeles) and Jeff; daughters, Beth (Jerry Oberndorfer), and Jane Brodt. He is also survived by step-children, Beth Concoby (Don Donoughe), and Gary Concoby (Barbara), with whom he was very close. Combined he is survived by 15 grandchildren, 22 great grandchildren, and three great great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Lois; and an infant daughter, Paula. At his request, services will be private, and donations shall be made to a charity of your choice.


 


 

Roby, Muriel

Friday, September 10, 2010 2:00 AM 

Muriel Roby, 89, formerly of Lodi, died Sept. 7. She was born Sept. 20, 1920 in Charleston, Ark. Mrs. Roby enjoyed making quilts and giving ..... 


 


 

Rodes, Emmett "Yancy"

Tuesday, September 14, 2010 2:00 AM 

Emmett "Yancy" Rodes Aug. 2, 1919 - Sept. 8, 2010 Resident of Livermore, CA Yancy was most proud of his service to his Country, ..... 


 


 

Ron Rhondeau

Friday, September 10, 2010 3:00 AM 

Exactly four months after his diagnosis of and battle against the most aggressive form of brain cancer, glioblastoma multiforme, Ron left us on Sept. 2 at the University of Virginia Medical Center. We 


 


 

Ronald Hendrickson

Friday, September 10, 2010 3:00 AM 

Ronald Harold Hendrickson passed away at home with his wife at his side.  


 


 

Rosanna Parent

Rosanna Parent, passed away Sunday September 5, 2010 of Ovarian Cancer, in the comfort of her own home in Desert Hot Springs, Calif. She was born July 2, 1935 in Bradford, Penn., the daughter of Stephen B. Gibson and Ocie V. Burnside. She was a graduate of Townville High School, Townville PA; Westminster University PA - (BA Music); CSU- Northridge CA (BA Geography); CSU- Northridge CA (MA Urban Studies) and was a CFP (Certified Financial Planner) employed by American Express for 17 years. She was a 30-year member of AAUW (American Association of University Women) and was recently elected President of the Palm Springs Branch. She was a member of the Unitarian Universalist Church of the Desert, in Rancho Mirage, Calif. and was recently elected to the Board of Trustees. She was an avid reader, with memberships in three book clubs. Gourmet cooking, however, was her passion, as can be attested by the many who dined at her home. She is survived by her husband, Erwin; brother, Jay Gibson of Muskogee, Okla.; and her son, Jay Hanna of Coos Bay, Ore. A memorial service will be a private affair. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests that donations be made to the


 


 

Roxanne Hatch

Wednesday, September 8, 2010 3:00 AM 

Roxanne Hatch, 48, formerly of Lodi, died July 29. She was born Sept. 18, 1961 in Lodi. 


 


 

Roy Mory

Roy Thomas Mory, Resident of San Jose, May 21, 1942-Sept. 9, 2010, Roy Thomas Mory died September 9th on the 18th hole of Santa Teresa Golf Course doing what he loved surrounded by his Thursday golfing buddies., Roy, who also went by RT, Roy Tommy, Butch, Dad, Poppa and Uncle Butch had such a joy for life and lived it to the fullest every day. He loved tending to his roses from the garden, traveling, golfing, crossword puzzles, and treasured the time he had with his family and friends., Most of all Roy cherished being a husband of 46 years to the love of his life Sandy who he met berry-picking when they were only 15 years old., He was a loving Father to Chuck, Brian (Angela) and Jennifer (Hawk); Poppa to Niko, Ashley, Gabriel, Coby and Lindsay; Brother to Jaxine and Evelyn Ann; Brother-in-Law to Gretchen & Michael; Son-in-Law to Norma; Nephew to Jack and Shirley; Uncle and Cousin to many; True friend and dad to all., Roy worked for GE Nuclear Energy for 37 years and enjoyed being active in the community serving the church in many roles, acting as the Treasurer for the League of Women Voters, and sitting on the Supervisory Committee of the Alliance Credit Union., In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the, , League of Women Voters San Jose/Santa Clara or the Santa Teresa Church Food Pantry., All are invited to attend Roy's Celebration of Life Friday, September 17th at 4:30pm at Santa Teresa Catholic Church, 794 Calero Avenue, San Jose, CA, (408) 629-7777.


 


 

Ruby Lee Smith

Ruby Lee Smith February 22, 1914 - September 8, 2010 Services will be held Wednesday for Ruby Lee Smith, who died Sept. 8 in Bakersfield at the age of 96. The daughter of Emory J. Hulett and Mollie Minyard, Ruby was born on February 22, 1914 in Newton, Texas. She and her sisters, Ruth and Ronnie, and brother, Willy, grew up in various Texas locations, where their father worked as a salesman and educator, and their mother operated boarding houses. The family eventually settled in Austin, where Ruby attended the, and became a lifelong UT supporter. Ruby loved teaching and working with children. Upon graduation from UT in 1935, she taught briefly in Texas, before moving to California in 1940, where she first worked as a substitute teacher and then as a full-time teacher in the Arvin Elementary School District. She later moved to Wayside School in Bakersfield, where she taught for 25 years until her retirement in 1974. Her marriage to Woodrow Smith in 1941 lasted 55 years, until Woodrow's death in 1996. The couple had two sons, Mark and Keith Smith, who describe Ruby as a "committed mother," who kept them involved in music, scouting and sports while they were young and on through college. Until her death, she was an ardent Bakersfield College football fan and season ticket holder. Mark also recalled that his mother was way ahead of her time regarding diet and nutrition: "From 1950 forward, she was committed to making sure her family ate a diet of the highest nutritional value, whether we liked it or not. There was never any junk food in her house. Sodas and candy were never purchased, and if there was a dessert, it was usually homemade. In her later years, she did buy ice cream, but it was soy based." Ruby was active in her church, First Baptist and later Olive Drive Church. She also was active in the Order of Eastern Star, serving as Worthy Matron Libertas Chapter. With the American Cancer Society, she drove cancer patients to appointments for many years. She enjoyed sewing and made many doll clothes for her granddaughters when they were young. Ruby is survived by her sons, Mark Smith and wife, Debi, and Keith Smith and wife, Sharon, all of Bakersfield; five grandchildren, Tessa Andrews, Randall Van Bebber, Sunshine Huffman, Jenna Hale and Lani Chevoya; and nine great grandchildren. Services will be held Wednesday at 10 a.m. in the Hillcrest Memorial Park Chapel. Graveside services will follow. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the BC Athletic Foundation, 1801 Panorama Dr., Bakersfield 93305, or the HBS Foundation, P.O. Box 1290, Lake Worth, FL. 33460. The family extends special thanks to her faithful reader Candace Gomez, her personal assistants, Delores Torres and Gloria Reyes, and the caring staff at Hallmark of Bakersfield and Lifehouse Parkview., www.bakersfield.com/obits


 


 

Ruth Stokes

Ruth Laura Stokes, A resident of Sunnyvale, 4-29-1918 to 9-9-2010, Ruth, Sunnyvale resident of 54 years, has passed peacefully in her sleep, at the age of 92. Ruth follows her husband Scott Clifton Stokes and her son Richard Stokes. She will be sorely missed by many friends, family and neighbors. Ruth leaves her daughter Sondra Viau and her son Larry Stokes, Grandchildren Lorrie, Kevin, Jessie, Jennifer, Adam, Julie and Tara. She also leaves behind six Great Grandchildren., Services for Ruth are to be held at Evergreen Valley United Methodist Church, 3520 San Felipe Road, San Jose, CA 95135, on September 19th, 2010, at 5:00 pm. There will be a gathering at Ruth's home afterward for those who would like to attend. If you would like to make a donation in lieu of flowers please do so to the


 


 

SLOAN, Robert D.

SLOAN, Robert D. Passed away August 29, 2010 with his wife Virginia, and son Scott, by his side. He was 82 years old. Bob was a steadfast family man with a gentle heart who was dearly loved. He is survived by his wife and children: Cydney Brooks (Ken); Robert B. Sloan, and Scott (Rebecca), Grand children include Adam and Douglas Brooks; Jennifer, Kimberly and Christine Sloan; Alex Sloan, Lorraine and Anthony Symns. Born December 25, 1927 in Loma Linda, California,


 


 

Sadie Chirco

Sadie Louise Chirco Resident of San Jose Friends and Family are invited for a celebration of life on Saturday, September 18 at 11:00 a.m. at 968 Cherry Ave., SJ, CA 95126.


 


 

Sammie A. Wilson

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Santiago Valencia

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Scott, Robert C.

Friday, October 16, 2009 2:00 AM 

Guest book for Dr. Robert C. Scott III. ..... 


 


 

Stanely Zofinski

Stanley Zofinski, Resident of Santa Clara, 87, fifty year resident of Santa Clara, preceded in death by his wife Lydia, completed his life's journey on September 8th, 2010 after a long battle with cancer., He leaves behind his only daughter, Jeanette Budenholzer, son-in-law Michael, and his 3 granddaughters, his joy: Courtney, Rachel, and Caitlin. Along his journey he loved helping family and friends and felt great pride in being an American. He will be missed by the many lives he touched., Rosary, Thursday 9/16/10 at 7pm (visitation 6-8pm) at Lima Family Santa Clara , 466 N. Winchester Blvd. Funeral Mass, Friday 9/17/10 at 10:00 am at St. Justin Church, 2655 Homestead Rd. in Santa Clara . Condolences may be offered at www.limafamily


 


 

Stephens, Emani

Wednesday, July 7, 2010 2:00 AM 

Guest book for Emani Stephens, 18, of Richmond. ..... 


 


 

Steven Robert Blair

A Celebration of Life honoring Steven Robert Blair, 55 years, will be held on Saturday, 1 p.m. at Nadeau Family Funeral Home., Steve passed away in his Fairfield home this past Saturday evening surrounded by his family after having fought a courageous bout of brain cancer., He was born in Livermore on Dec. 16, 1954 and he resided in Fairfield the past 40 years. He was a former owner with his brother Mark in Blair Flooring, then went on to work the last 6 years of his life at the Home Depot. He was very much involved in Nascar and more so with the Raiders., Survivors include his father, Robert, of Fairfield; two sons, Bill (LeAnna St. John) of Vacaville, and Robert (Malissa) of Vacaville; 2 grandchildren, Ryan and Ashley of Vacaville; sister, Cathy Blair (Ron Crawford) of Woodland; sister-in-law, Michelle of Vacaville. His mother, Mary, and brother, Mark, predeceased Steve in 2003 and 2004., Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society , Solano County chapter, 744 Empire St., Suite 206, Fairfield, Calif., 94533. Arrangements entrusted to the care of Nadeau Family Funeral Home, 455-7700.,


 


 

Suet Ying (Lu) Quan

Suet Ying (Lu) Quan Sept. 25, 1923 - Sept. 8, 2010 Passed away peacefully and now reunited with her husband, Albert Quan. Survived by her loving daughter, Susan, son-in-law, Wayne (Chan) and granddaughters, Tracy and Kimberly. Will be missed by her huge extended family of relatives and friends. Private burial at the Chinese Cemetery in Colma. A gathering to celebrate her life will be announced. The family suggests any donations be made to Donaldina Cameron House, 920 Sacramento St. SF, 94108 or to your favorite charity.


 


 

Sylves Benson

Thursday, September 9, 2010 3:00 AM

Sylves Daren Benson, 86, passed away on Saturday, Sept. 4, 2010. A longtime resident of St. Helena, Benson is survived by his children, Janet Lickey (Bob), Darryl (Audrey), Slim (Suzanne), Verlyn (Ani 


 


 

Szekeres, Kriss Fay

Sunday, September 12, 2010 2:00 AM 

Kriss Fay Szekeres, 56 SAN MARCOS -- Kriss Fay Hessinger Szekeres went home to be with Jesus on Thursday, September 2, 2010. She was .....


 


 

TOMMY B. ALVARADO Jr.

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The Rev. Paul Locatelli

Fr. Paul L. Locatelli, S.J., Resident of Santa Clara, CA Fr. Paul Leo Locatelli, S.J., 71, Chancellor and former President of Santa Clara University, died July 12, 2010 at Sacred Heart Jesuit Center, Los Gatos. He had been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer earlier this year. Paul was a Jesuit for 47 years and a priest for 36 years. Paul was born in Santa Cruz on September 16, 1938 and grew up in Boulder Creek. Paul attended the University of California at Berkeley, 1956-58 and transferred to Santa Clara University, where he graduated with a degree in Accounting in January 1961. Paul served in the Army and while stationed at Fort Ord, began to think seriously about a vocation to the priesthood and religious life as a Jesuit. He wished "to serve God and help people spiritually" and viewed teaching as a "laudable profession," which as a priest, would also be "edifying." He entered the Jesuit Novitiate at Los Gatos on September 7, 1962. Following studies at Gonzaga University's Mount St. Michael's campus (1965-67), Paul began doctoral studies in business administration at the University of Southern California, completing his work in 1971 with a dissertation on ethical responsibility in the professional practice of accounting. He made theology studies at the Jesuit School of Theology, Berkeley, 1971-74, and was ordained to the priesthood in St. Mary's Cathedral, San Francisco, on March 23, 1974. Upon completion of studies, Paul returned to Santa Clara as Assistant Professor of Accounting. In addition to teaching he served as Associate Dean of the School of Business, 1976-78, and as Academic Vice President, 1978-86. In 1986 he was named Rector of the Jesuit Community of Loyola Marymount University, Los Angeles, and two years later returned to Santa Clara as the 27th President of the university. Paul was elected to four terms as President, a tribute to his outstanding abilities and balanced leadership style. Administrative evaluations were uniformly high, praising his energy, availability, and clear and forceful articulation of the University's mission. From the start as president, Paul ably coalesced the university around several themes: a need to connect more with the world outside the university and have a voice in the global dialogue; a need to increase student diversity to continue the Jesuit emphasis on education for all; and a need to tap into the rich resources of the university's Silicon Valley neighbors, entrepreneurs, and businesses. Paul was the public face of the university to the greater community and served on the boards of many local and national civic and educational organizations. He was the recipient of many awards, including the Distinguished Professor Award from the California Society of Certified Public Accountants, the 2009 David Packard Award, and the Catholic Church's "Pro Ecclesia et Pontifice" Award in 2001. In 2008 Paul stepped down as President after 20 years and assumed the position of Chancellor of the University and a newly established Jesuit position, Secretary for Higher Education and the Intellectual Apostolate, with an office in Rome. In this latter capacity Paul's role was to provide advice and input on education matters, encourage programs of international collaboration and convene periodic meetings of Jesuit university presidents . One of his last acts was to oversee an international meeting of Jesuit educators in Mexico City this spring. Paul was highly esteemed by his Jesuit and lay colleagues. His peers found him "generous, sensitive, and cooperative," and praised his "clear and accurate judgment" and leadership qualities. He was a deeply spiritual man. When he was diagnosed with the tumor in May, he wrote to friends, "I am looking at this as an opportunity to enrich and deepen my friendship with God, friends and family, and to better serve the people of God." Paul was preceded in death by his parents, Vincent and Marie (Piccone) Locatelli, and his sister-in-law, Carol Locatelli. He is survived by his two brothers and their families: Al Locatelli and Diane Kranich of Scotts Valley, and Harry and Lydia Locatelli of Santa Cruz. Nieces and nephews include Lynn Locatelli DVM of Watrous, NM and Russell Locatelli of McKinleyville, CA and Paul Locatelli, Amy Bosinger and Matthew Locatelli of Santa Cruz. Paul also leaves several grandnieces and grandnephews. A viewing will be held Friday, July 16, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Mission Church on Santa Clara's campus at 500 El Camino Real, Santa Clara, CA 95053. A funeral Mass will be held that evening at 7:30 p.m. in the Mission Gardens, with a reception following. A private committal service will be held at a later date. Contributions can be made to the Paul Locatelli, S.J. Memorial Fund for Student Scholarships, Santa Clara University Development Office, 500 El Camino Real, Santa Clara, CA 95053-1400 or at http://www.scu.edu/give/how-to-give/make-your-gift/ Funeral arrangements by DARLING-FISCHER Chapel of the Hills in Los Gatos, CA.


 


 

Thelma Jean (Jeanie) Dawson

Thelma Jean (Jeanie) Dawson 66, of Yuba City, passed away on Sept. 9, 2010. Services will be at 2pm on Thursday, Sept. 16 at Hope Point Church of the Nazarene, 600 N. Geo. Wash. YC. Burial will be at 2:30pm on Friday, Sept. 17, at Oak Hill Funeral Home and Memorial Park, 300 Curtner Ave., San Jose, CA. Arrangements are under the direction of Ullrey Memorial Chapel.


 


 

Thelma Toman

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Theron Alton "Joe" Thurston Sr.

Heaven became a little sweeter today, and the world a little lonelier for the family of Theron Alton Thurston, Sr. ("Joe"), age 83, of Southbury, as he passed through angels' arms into the cradle of heaven on September 12, 2010 at the Lutheran Home of Southbury. There he will reunite with the loved ones who went before him including his mother, Glenna Lorraine (Martin) Thurston, his father, Clarence Thurston, and his brother, Carl Thurston, Sr. Joe will be remembered as a gentle and giving man who continually gave to others. He always made time to teach those who wanted to learn about his passions of gardening, farming, building, and more recently researching his family genealogy. His breadth of knowledge spanned from calculating challenging mathematical problems in his daily work to making homemade maple syrup, and from recapping even minor historical events in detail, to coaxing roses, African Violets, and Christmas cacti from near death to beautiful blooms. Joe was born in Roxbury, Vermont on March 20th, 1927, the third son of Clarence and Glenna Thurston. In 1954, he married his love in a private ceremony in Sandgate, Vermont. He settled in Danbury, Connecticut with his new wife, Phebe Kathleen (Ramsey) Thurston of Walpole, New Hampshire and spent the rest of his life in the Danbury, New Milford, Oxford/Southbury areas. He spent the next 45 years working locally in construction as a carpenter. Through those years Joe started several companies including Daton Construction, Randston Builders, and most recently Quaker Log and Solar Homes based in Oxford, in which he acted as a dealer for both Lincoln Logs, Ltd. and Solar Additions. Joe built many homes throughout the area and always took pride in his craft. Joe retired and settled in Southbury with Phebe where he continued a family tradition of feeding hummingbirds and growing tomatoes. They joyfully celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary in 2004 with a renewal of vows and a large gathering of family and friends. Besides his loving and devoted wife, he is survived by one son, Theron Alton Thurston, Jr. of Riverside, California, four daughters and sons-in-law, Theresa A. Volinksi and her husband James of Gaylordsville, Mary-Ellen Alling and her husband William of Waterford, Pamela K. Lionetti and her husband Ted of Bethel, and Christine R. Sweeney and her husband Sean of Oxford. Joe was blessed with eight grandchildren including James Volinski III of Westerly, RI, Sarah Thurston Briney of Canon City, CO, Gregory Brown of Santa Monica, CA, Erin Lionetti of Bethel, Navy MA Ted Lionetti III of Silverdale, WA, and Shane, Chad, and Shannon Sweeney, of Oxford, CT. Joe was further blessed with two great-grandchildren, Nyla and Benjamin Briney of Canon City, CO. Joe is also survived by two brothers, Everett Thurston, Sr. and his wife Becky of Springfield, VT, Mervin Thurston of Kingman, Arizona and two sisters, Joyce Oliver and her husband John, of Rocky River, OH, and Pauline Louise Thurston Stein and her husband Richard, of New Fairfield, CT. Joe also leaves behind many, many loving brothers and sisters-in-law, cousins, nieces and nephews. Services for Joe will be private and at the family's convenience, however a public Celebration of Joe's life will be held Saturday, September 18th at 1 PM at the New Fairfield Congregational Church, 20 Gillotti Rd, New Fairfield, CT. Donations in Joe's memory may be made to either, 2139 Silas Deane Highway Rocky Hill, CT 06067-2339 or The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research Church Street Station P.O. Box 780 New York, NY 10008-0780. The Southbury Funeral Home of Munson - Lovetere, 235 Main St. North, is in charge of arrangements. To send an online condolence, please visit


 


 

Thomas Reeder

Thursday, September 9, 2010 3:00 AM 

Thomas Morton Reeder passed away at his home in Napa, Aug. 19, 2010, of natural causes.


 


 

Tibbets, Lois A. (Barnes)

Wednesday, September 8, 2010 2:00 AM 

Longtime Lodi resident Lois A. Tibbets passed away on Saturday, September 4, 2010 at the assisted living facility in Tracy where she had resided ..... 


 


 

Todd Rusten

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Tracy Angela McBride

Tracy Angela McBride, 30, of Palm Springs, Calif. passed away September 7, 2010 in Palm Springs. She was born April 28, 1980, to Dennis and Belinda McBride in Palm Springs, Calif. She worked in the restaurant business for 13 years. She is survived by her daughter, Nevaeh "Queen Bee" Godinez of Palm Springs; her sister, Dayna (Steve) Smith of Thousand Palms; her brother, DJ McBride of Desert Hot Springs; Uncle Richard and Aunt Debbie Godinez; Uncle Mike and Aunt Terry McBride; Aunt Connie McBride; Grandfather Ray McBride; nieces, Kaylie and Lauryn Smith and Ashley McBride and many cousins. She was preceded in death by her parents, father Dennis McBride (Jan. 2000); mother Belinda McBride (Aug. 2006); Grandmother Doris McBride (Oct. 2004); and Uncle Jimmy McBride (Feb. 2001). Celebration of Life will be from 3-6:00 p.m., Wed., September 15, 2010 at Cimarron Golf Club, Cathedral City, Calif. In lieu of flowers, a fund is being set up for Nevaeh Godinez, c/o Dayna Smith, P.O. Box 2064, Rancho Mirage, CA 92270.


 


 

VILLA, Ernest R.

VILLA, Ernest R. 7-8-1919 to 9-4-2010 Ernest was born in Santa Barbara to Jesus and Josefa Rivas Villa. 


 


 

Valdez, Ralph "Val"

Tuesday, September 14, 2010 2:00 AM 

Ralph "Val" Valdez Sept. 14, 1942 - Sept. 5, 2007 Love from your family, son, Ralph; daughters, Kim & Shannon & brother Ron, grandchildren, ..... 


 


 

Velma (Ray) Davenport

Velma Ray Davenport, 99, of Hanford, California departed this life on September 5, 2010 in Hanford, California., Velma was born in Mazie, Oklahoma on July 4, 1911 to Tom and Kate Ray. Her family moved to Pryer, Oklahoma where she graduated from the 8th grade and then graduated from Stillwater High School. Velma married her high school sweetheart, Clarence W. Davenport in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. On October 9, 1935 a beautiful baby girl, Kay A. Davenport was born at St. Anthony Hospital. Velma worked as a Nurses Aide in St. Anthony Hospital for a time. The family moved to Enid, Oklahoma where Velma worked as a x-ray technician. Clarence and Velma enjoyed traveling and lived in several states and finally settled in St. Petersburg, Florida, where they made their home for over 40 years. In 1994 Velma moved to California and settled in Hanford in 1997. Velma was preceded in death by her husband, Clarence in 1996., Velma is survived by her daughter Kay McKee of Hanford, CA; four grandhcildren, Mike McKee, Scott McKee (Sherry), Bill McKee (Susan) and Kaylynn Gonzalez (Joe); six great grandchildren and one great, great granddaughter., Private services were held in Seminole, Florida., Condolences may be made at, Arrangements are under the direction of People's Funeral Chapel in Hanford.


 


 

Victor Gonzales Ramirez

Funeral services for Victor Gonzales Ramirez, 63, of Vacaville will be private. Mr. Ramirez passed away in Vacaville on Sep. 8, 2010. He was born in Victoria, Texas, on March 23, 1947. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society, www.leukemia-lymphoma.org. Arrangements are by Vaca Hills Chapel Funeral Home, 446-3233.


 


 

Vinall, Darin Gregory

Tuesday, December 8, 2009 1:00 AM 

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Vincent Cody Steen

Thursday, January 14, 2010 5:54 PM 

Vincent Cody Steen a lifetime Porterville resident was born in Lindsay, California to parents David and Cathy Steen. He passed away at home on January 10, 2010. He was 26. Vincent is survived by his parents David Vincent Steen and Cathy Connor,... 


 


 

Virginia J. Miller

Virginia J. Miller 1936 - 2010 Virginia was born in Fredericktown, PA on June 16, 1936 and passed away on Sept. 3, 2010 in Yellowstone National Park, Old Faithful, WY. Virginia married her high school sweetheart in 1955 and they moved to Bakersfield from Pennsylvania in 1962. She enjoyed a 26-year career with Crocker Bank and Wells Fargo, and retired in 1990. She was active with the formation of the local Arthritis Association and served as a board member. Virginia loved to travel and toured most of the United States, including Alaska, and enjoyed vacations to Scotland, Canada and Mexico. She had many hobbies over the years and enjoyed growing flowers, dancing, doing ceramics and crafts, playing cards, dominos and games of all types, and fishing with her buddy Glenna Berg at Panguich Lake. She is survived by her husband, Don; son, Don and daughter-in-law, Kathy; granddaughters, Elizabeth and Rebecca Miller as well as other family and friends. In Pennsylvania she is survived by her brother, Paul Medved; sisters- in-law, Bea Dent and Jean Raytek; and brother-in-law, Charlie Freeman and many other family members. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, Sept. 18 at the Masonic Hall (1920 18th Street in Bakersfield) at 11:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in memory of Virginia to the Arthritis Association of Kern County - Adaptive Aquatics Center, 1800 Westwind Drive, #500, Bakersfield, CA 93301.


 


 

Vivian L. Kirkpatrick

Vivian Louise Kirkpatrick was born Sept. 19, 1932, in Seminole, OK, and passed away peacefully at her Marysville home on Sept. 11, 2010. She was a Yuba- Sutter resident since 1968, and retired after 31 years as a civil servant. She was a current member of Fidelia Chapter #56 Order of the Eastern Star. As a member of Smartville Chapter #431 she held the titles of Worthy Matron and Deputy Grand Matron. Vivian was an avid reader, loved to play bingo and work in her garden. Vivian was her High School Class Valedictorian, attending college at Oklahoma A&M, and was a notary for the State of Calif. Survivors include her five children, Steve Kirkpatrick of Tulsa, OK, Cindy Smith of Yukon, OK, Rhonda Eliason of Yuba City, CA, Colleen Tessmann of Roseville, CA, and Glenda Cameron of Anchorage, AK; as well as six grandchildren. She is also survived by two sisters, Barbara Resneder of Oklahoma City, OK, and Karen Smith of Tulsa, OK. The family wishes to extend their heartfelt thanks to Sutter North Hospice for their kind and compassionate care. Graveside services will be held at 11AM Wednesday, September 15, 2010 at Sierra View Memorial Park, with Pastor Rick Rockwood officiating. Send Condolences at


 


 

WILDA L. MILLER

April 8, 1933 ~ September 12, 2010 Wilda L. Miller, a longtime resident of Winton, passed away on Saturday, September 12, 2010 at 77 years of age. She was born April 8, 1933 in Montezuma, KS to Edna and Roy Koehn. Wilda enjoyed embroidery, singing and reading and was an active member of T.O.P.S. (Take Off Pounds Sensibly). She was not only their Secretary but they were a major part of her life. Wilda is survived by her children Calvin Miller of Merced, Virginia Haygood of Winton, Cynthia Britt of Winton and Donald Miller of Atwater. She also leaves behind her 12 siblings, 9 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren. Family and friends are invited to attend a visitation on Wednesday, September 15, 2010 from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. at Wilson Family Funeral Chapel, 1290 Winton Way, Atwater. The Funeral Service will take place on Thursday, September 16, 2010 at 10:00 a.m. at the First Church of God in Christ Mennonite in Winton. Officiating will be Russell Spence and Gary Koehn. Burial will follow at Winton District Cemetery. Arrangements are entrusted to Wilson Family Funeral Chapel of Atwater.


 


 

WILLA K. WALSWORTH

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WILLIS M. AYERS

Ayers, Willis M., 94, born in Blackfoot, Idaho and longtime resident of Fullerton, passed away peacefully on September 10, 2010. He is survived by his loving wife, Vera; children, Randy Ayers, Adrienne Kellums, Rod Ayers, Michele Simon; step-children, Cam Rasmussen, Terry Peterson and Toni Pilgrim; and a host of grandchildren, great-grandchildren, family and friends. Willis owned Ayers Plastering, was an avid golfer and a member of the Lions and


 


 

Weibel, Mariane Catherine (Zielske)

Friday, September 10, 2010 2:00 AM 

Mariane Catherine Weibel, age 91, passed away on September 3, 2010. She was born to Guastave R. and Wilhelmina Zielske on February 10, 1919 ..... 


 


 

Westbrook, Sue

Monday, September 13, 2010 2:00 AM 

Sue Westbrook On the evening of August 30, 2010, our beloved Sue Westbrook went to be with her Lord. Sue leaves to cherish her ..... 


 


 

William Birdsey Sr.

William C Birdsey, Sr Sept 26, 1911- Aug 21 2009 Bill passed away peacefully at his home on August 21, 2009. He was born September 26, 1911 in Chicago, Illinois. The family moved to California and settled in Pasadena when Bill was a boy. He attended CalTech and received his degree in Mechanical Engineering which he applied during his career. Bill retired from Fiberboard Corporation as Vice President of Operations for California. After he retired he served on the Board of Directors of the Flintkote Corporation. Bill was married twice and was a devoted and loving husband. He married his first wife Betty Creswell upon graduation and they spent 23 years together. They had 2 children Betsey and Bill. After Betty's untimely death from cancer, Bill moved the family to San Francisco. There he met and married Jean Andre. They were married for 46 wonderful and loving years. Bill loved sailing. It was his passion in life whether it be racing or cruising he was truly at home on the water. He imparted this passion with family and friends thru out his life. In his youth he built his first sailboat and plied the waters of Lake Michigan. After the family moved to California he built a Star. With Betty and the family in tow he cruised the Southern Cal waters. He frequently sailed to the Channel Islands, first on a 28ft sloop and then a 44ft schooner. It was on the San Francisco Bay that Bill started racing. He became a member of the San Francisco and Saint Francis Yacht Clubs. He acquired a Cal 40 "Seabird III" which he raced in the San Francisco Bay, the Trans Pac to Hawaii and up and down the California coast. If a race was scheduled Bill, "Seabird III" and crew were most likely there. In 1977 Jean and William embarked on a six-year sailing adventure. They purchased a Whitby 42 "SEABIRD V" and sailed all of the Great Lakes, the St. Lawrence Seaway and from Maine to Florida. They then brought the boat to British Columbia to complete their journey. In 1983 the St Francis yacht Club awarded the Harter-Jacks Perpetual Cruising Trophy to Bill. Bill is survived by his sister Ruth Burr, children Betsy Fraser-Smith, Bill Birdsey II, Noble A. "Rocky" Birdsey, 4 grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren. A celebration of Bill's life will be held at noon on Sunday, September 26 at the San Francisco Yacht Club in Tiburon. For more information call 415-225-6146. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that gifts be made in memory of William C Birdsey to the Bay Area Association of Disabled Sailors, Pier 40. The Embarcadero, San Francisco, CA, 94107. The family will match donations made in Bills memory. To inquire about matching donations please call 415-225-6146.


 


 

William Mott

Tuesday, September 7, 2010 3:00 AM 

1928-2010 


 


 

William R. Walker

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William Russel (Willie) Earnshaw

William Earnshaw was born in Korea in 1956 to Alvin and Mary Earnshaw, and was raised in Cotati by his mother. He passed away on September 9, 2010 after a valiant four-year battle with cancer. He has been married for 35 years to Shelley, who was also his childhood sweetheart and neighbor. In addition to his wife, he is survived by his daughter, Erin, who is a multi-lingual school, at a local middle school, and his son Jeff, who owns a furniture store in Placerville Ca, along with daughter-in-law, Amanda, and grandson Ben. Another grandchild is due in the Spring. William was very proud of both of his children. He also leaves behind his sister-and brother-in-law, Linda and Doug Stubbs, and their two grown children Michael and Becky, and her daughter Kaili. Willie was well known in the construction industry for his innovation, work ethic, and loyalty. Throughout his career he worked at Oak Grove Construction, Packard Paving, and for the last 25 years at North Bay Construction; most recently as vice president of Field Operations. Willie was an amazing mentor who would give or do anything for anyone. He will also be remembered for the many practical jokes he played on his fellow co-workers. William was an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed hunting, fishing and diving for abalone. He was a member of the Petaluma; Valley of the Moon and Pt Arena trap clubs. He was a member Petaluma Elks lodge #109. William was a lifelong classic car and motorcycle enthusiast. He enjoyed participating in the Redwood Run and in many car shows. He also loved taking his Jeep on the Rubicon Trail with family and friends. William will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him. He will be interred at Santa Rosa Memorial Park, following a small family service. A celebration of his life will be held on Saturday, September 18, 2010, at 431 Payran St, Petaluma, at 12:00 noon. Please bring any "Willie" stories and/or photos to share. Arrangements made under the care of Santa Rosa Mortuary, 1900 Franklin Avenue, Santa Rosa, CA 95404, 707-545-3747.


 


 

William T. "Bill" Thorsen

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William Wiley Bedsworth, Sr.

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Williams, Damon

Wednesday, June 23, 2010 2:00 AM 

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Wray, Hersia

Tuesday, September 14, 2010 2:00 AM 

Mr. Hersia Wray a resident of Foster City, CA, born in Tallahassee County, Mississippi on February 27, 1911, passed away peacefully on Thursday, September .....


 


 

Yeoman, Eric Burdett

Saturday, September 11, 2010 2:00 AM 

A Life Well Spent Father Eric Burdett Yeoman III, died at 9 p.m. on August 25, 2010, surrounded by those who knew and loved ..... 


 


 

Yoshii, Kiyoshi "Kiyo"

Tuesday, September 14, 2010 2:00 AM

Kiyoshi Yoshii May 7, 1918 - Sept. 8, 2010 Resident of Hayward, CA Kiyoshi "Kiyo" Yoshii was born in Oakland, California on May 7, .....