Aileen "Mickey" (Barry) Hart, Resident of South San Francisco, (1923-2010), Mickey was born at home on June 1, 1923 in Millbrae, California. She attended Our Lady of Angels grammar school and graduated from Mercy High School in Burlingame in 1941. Soon thereafter, she worked as a keypunch operator for the Matson Navigation Lines where she met her husband, Burton Hart. Mickey's greatest joys were her two children, Sandra and Gregory. They made a home in South San Francisco where Mickey has lived since 1955. After retirement in 1984, Mickey took great pleasure in volunteering her services to the Mercy High School Alumni Association, and St. Veronica Church in South San Francisco. In 2003, Mickey was bestowed with the Alumna of the Year Award from Mercy High School for her years of dedicated service. Mickey loved attending daily mass, visiting with her close circle of friends, and doting over her family by preparing delicious meals and elegantly decorating for every holiday. Mickey embraced her Catholic values which were reflected in her every thought, word and deed. She had a spontaneous sense of humor and fun-loving spirit, which will be warmly remembered by all who knew her., Mickey is survived by her daughter and son-in-law Sandra Hart and David Lloyd; son and daughter-in-law Greg and Peggy Hart; her adoring grandchildren Sean and Brendan Hart and Noah Lloyd; her sisters Geraldine Seil and Ethel Ellis and many cherished nieces and nephews. Mickey was preceded in death by her husband of 49 years, Burton Hart and beloved grandson Steven Hart., For the past six months Mickey enjoyed the expert care of the Sutter Health Hospital doctors (Robert Dinh, Linda Pope, Aaron Roland) and Hospice nurse (Aurora Academia); the loving and thoughtful care of her home-health nurses, Rosaleen McDaid, Annette Campbell, Susan Desmond, Theresa Frawley, Josephine Moore and Lita Barboza. Her daily trips to Mass during the past year were very much appreciated and could only have happened through the generosity of her close friends, Peg and John Collins. When it became impossible to travel, daily Communion was brought to her through the dedication of her long-time, faithful friends, Nita Ricotta and Nancy Johnson with Sunday communion caringly ministered by Tod Brett. She was grateful to the St. Veronica community for all their support, care and friendships (and roadtrips!) of many years., Friends may gather Thursday, September 16, after 6PM and are invited to attend the Vigil/Rosary Service 7PM, and the Funeral Mass Friday, 11:30AM (ALL) at St. Veronica Catholic Church, 434 Alida Way, So.S.F. Burial to follow at Holy Cross Catholic Cemetery, Colma. Donations may be made to: Mercy High School, 2750 Adeline Drive, Burlingame, 94010-5597; Catholic Worker House, 672 2nd Avenue, San Bruno, 94066 or Junipero Serra High School, 451 West 20th Avenue, San Mateo, 94403-1335, THE BUD DUGGAN FAMILY, (650) 756-4500 OR (415) 587-4500 |
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Angelo Criscione, of Cloverdale, died Saturday Sept. 11, 2010 in Santa Rosa. He was 85. Loving father of, Laura (Gary), Sally (Abe), Lydia, and Torina (Dave). Adored grandfather of: John (Tanya), Tammie, Lance, Danielle and great grandchildren Harlie and Domonic. A native of Chicago, Illinois Angelo served as a band leader and musician in the Army during World War II. He came to California after the war and continued his lifelong career as a musician. He was a barber for many years and sold real estate. He came to Cloverdale ten years ago and lived in the Del Webb Community. Where he developed many close dear friendships. He was a musician for St. Peter's Church and played regularly for the Saturday evening Mass, including the night he passed away. Friends are invited to attend a Funeral Mass Saturday Sept. 18, 2010 at 3:00 p.m. at St. Peter's Catholic Church. Visitation will be from 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Saturday at St. Peter's. Interment will be Monday Sept. 27, 2010 at Queen of Heaven Cemetery, Hillside, IL. Memorial contributions may be made to the M.S. Society or the, Arrangements by Fred Young Funeral Home Cloverdale, 894-2540. |
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Antonio Blanco Aniasco Resident of Medford, OR born January 1, 1941 in Makati City, Philippines entered into Heaven August 31, 2010 in Portland, OR. ..... |
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., |
Ario M. Gregori Passed away peacefully, September 13, 2010. He leaves behind his beloved wife of 51 years Rosemarie, two loving children Mark and Janet, dear daughter-in-law Sharon, two cherished grandsons Taylor and Casey, and many other loving family members and friends. Past Grand Secretary and Br. #19 member of the Italian Catholic Federation. Retired Staff Technician at United Airlines. He was a man with a big heart and generous spirit who was passionate about everything he did, and he loved his family above all else. Friends may visit Thursday 2:00-4:00pm at DUGGAN'S SERRA MORTUARY, 500 Westlake Ave., Daly City. Visitation will continue Thursday after 6:00pm at Our Lady of Angels Church, Hillside Blvd. & Cabrillo, Burlingame, where the Vigil will be Thursday 7:30pm and the Funeral Mass will be celebrated Friday 9:30am. Committal Holy Cross Cemetery. Donations may be made to the Gifts of Love Program, 8393 Capwell Dr. #110, Oakland, 94621. |
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Born October 19, 1964 and passed away September 11, 2010 from Mantle Cell Lymphoma. Beloved son of Bruce and Page, loving brother of Scott (Janice) and Lori-Lee Maccherola (Mark). Also survived by his nieces Alijah, Isabelle and Maggie Jo as well as several aunts and uncles. Bryce was a skilled craftsman, working as an auto mechanic while pursuing his hobbies of modeling and carpentry. He enjoyed the outdoors, plant life, sports and military history. His sense of humor and his willingness to help others with home and auto repair will be missed. There will be a Visitation Wednesday, September 15 from 12-6pm at Reardon Simi Valley Funeral Home, 2636 Sycamore Dr. in Simi Valley and a Graveside service at Oakwood Memorial Park in Chatsworth Thursday, September 16 at 11:00am. All services are under the care and direction of Reardon Simi Valley Funeral Home. 805-526-6677. |
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. |
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Barbara Anne Marr Resident of Richmond Feb. 16, 1928 - Sept. 9, 2010 Passed away on Thursday, September 9, 2010. She positively touched many lives in her 36 year career as an elementary school, , with the last 24 years in the West Contra Costa Unified School District. She retired in 1985. Barbara was born in Grand Rapids, MI, graduated from Notre Dame High School in Belmont and earned a degree in History from Dominican University in San Rafael. Barbara is survived by her brother, Bert Sims of North Little Rock, AR and stepson, Gerald Marr of Santa Barbara. She was preceded in death by her husband, George Marr and her parents DeMet and Mary Sims of Brawley, CA. All services are private. |
Barbara Marie Martinelli After celebrating her 88th birthday this summer, Barbara Martinelli died Saturday, September 11, in San Francisco. She was born June 17, 1922, in Watsonville, the third child of Leask and Gladys Sheehy Martinelli. Barbara was predeceased by her sister Patricia Dooling and brother Charles Martinelli. Barbara graduated in political science from the University of California at Berkeley in 1944. She immediately went to work in San Francisco, beginning a forty-four year career with the Southern Pacific Railroad in the ticket office at Third & Townsend. She eventually became one of the firm's first female vice-presidents; in charge of corporate travel, Barbara literally traveled around the world. After retiring from the SP she continued working and became a founding member of what is now known at the Bay Area Business Travel Association. Visiting Europe several times, Central America, China, and parts of the Middle East, Barbara was a great traveler. She was an inveterate reader, and during retirement became a docent of the San Francisco Library. A member of St Dominic's, she attended early Mass so she could watch sports, for which she had a passion, on Sunday mornings. She will be missed by a multitude of friends, most notably her oldest and dearest friend, Arnold Lavagetto, as well as Ashley Ferry and Kathryn Hobart. Barbara is survived by her nieces Mimi Crumpton, Barbara McBain, Ellen Martinelli, and her nephews Gregory Martinelli and Fr Patrick Dooling as well as many grand nephews and nieces and great grand nephews, family and friends. A memorial Mass will be offered for her at 11:30 Friday, September 17, at St Dominic's Church 2390 Bush Street, San Francisco. |
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Barbara Beard Jan. 21, 1923 - Mar. 18, 2010 Resident of Susanville, CA Born in Hayward to Katherine and Donald Craig. Graduated Hayward Union ..... |
Beatrice G. Aguilar, A Resident of Sunnyvale Ca., Our Beloved Sister Beatrice has gone to join her husband Valentino Aguilar on Sept. 11, 2010. Her two surviving sisters will miss Beatrice very much, Pauline G. Lider and Eva M. Brooks., Beatrice was born in Los Alamitos, Ca. on Jan. 2, 1924. She was a long time resident of Sunnyvale. She was a former cannery worker in Sunnyvale for over the 35 years. She leaves behind many nephews and nieces in Ca., Viewing Services: will be held on Wednesday, 9-15-2010, Spangler Mortuaries, 174 N. Sunnyvale Ave., Sunnyvale, CA, at 6:00pm to 7:00 pm. Rosary Service: 9-15-2010 at 7:30 pm to 8:30 pm. Mass Services: Thursday 9-16-2010 at 10:00 am will be at Saint Martins Church, 593 Central Ave. Sunnyvale, Ca. Burial Service: Will be held at Santa Clara Mission Cemetery, 490 Lincoln Street, Santa Clara, Ca. |
Bertha Florence Hendrix 91 of Arbuckle, passed away on Sept 12, 2010. Memorial Service are on Saturday, Sept 18, 2010 at Arbuckle Community Church, 700 Hillgate Rd., Arbuckle, at 11am. |
Betty Marie Sternes Spencer of Yuba City died September 10, 2010 at The Fountains. She was born in Marysville to William Gilbert Sternes and Marion Sligar Sternes. She served in the U.S. Coast Guard during, . Survivors include her daughter, Linda Deacy of Carson City, Nev.; three sons, Bill Spencer of Yuba City, Carl Spencer of Dayton, Nev., and Steven Spencer of Tacoma, Wash.; 15 grandchildren; and 13 great- grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Vinton L. Spencer and her sister, Carol W. Neyens. Donations may be made to the Lions Eye Foundations of California-Nevada, Inc., P.O. Box 7999, San Francisco, CA 94120 or Sutter North Hospice, Sutter North Medical Foundation Fund Development, 969 Plumas St, Suite 207 Yuba City, CA 95991. Services: A private inurnment will be held at Sierra View Memorial Park. Arrangements are under the direction of Sierra View Mortuary. Send Condolences at |
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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., |
Bea was born on Sept. 11, 1921, in Harmony, Minn., to Norwegian immigrants Christian Jensen and Ronnaug Sather. She passed away peacefully on Sept. 10, one day shy of her 89th birthday, in Vacaville, Calif. Bea and a friend traveled to California during World War II where she quickly found work as a lathe operator building ships in the Bay Area. She was proud of her contributions to the war effort as a "Rosie the Riveter." Near the end of the war, she met a young sailor named Emer Rott, whom she married on Feb. 3, 1945. In 1953, she and her family moved to Dixon, Calif., a community she loved for over 50 years. She traveled to Minnesota often to visit a large extended family and even traveled to Norway for a large reunion organized in her honor., Bea worked for Dr. Verl Knight for many years as an assistant in his dental practice. She often volunteered her time on behalf of her community. She was a member of the Dixon Women's Improvement Club, Chamber of Commerce Ambassadors, Moose Lodge and Soroptimists International. Over the years she held many leadership positions in local organizations. She also volunteered her time at the Dixon Community and Methodist Church. Bea looked forward to the Dixon May Fair and always found a way to participate in the parade or activities at the fair grounds. She was an outstanding cow milker and often teamed up with others to win the cow milking contests, a skill she acquired on the dairy her family owned in Minnesota., Bea is survived by her son, Dan; daughter-in-law, Joan; and three grandchildren, Erik, Tara and Ivan; a brother, Harold and sisters, Ruth and Margaret, of Chatfield, Minn.; and a sister, Gladys, of Reno, Nev. She was preceded in death by her husband, Emer; daughter, Dian; and brother, Norval., A memorial service will be held on Friday, Sept. 17, at 1 p.m. at Dixon United Methodist Church. Remembrances can be made to the Soroptimist International Club of Dixon and the Touched from Above program., |
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Gordon Brecht went to meet his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on September 1, 2010. He will be missed greatly by his family and ..... |
Brian Richard Berryessa, Resident of San Jose, 12-15-79 to 2-14-07, Our Bud, Brian, went to heaven just over 3½years ago. Brian, we love you and miss you. We know you are peaceful and well. Later, Mom (Mud), Dad and family xoxo. For Brian's virtual memorial website, go to http:// brian-richard-berryessa |
Brothers who grew up in Boulder Creek killed in Georgia motorcycle crash Wednesday, September 15, 2010 7:05 PM |
LAKE PARK, Ga. - Jimmy Stanley Rash IV and Nick Anthony Mitchell, who grew up in Boulder Creek, were killed in a motorcycle accident in Lake Park, Ga. |
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Rosemarie Vorkink Bunker, 90 ESCONDIDO -- Rosemarie Vorkink Bunker died peacefully on Wednesday, September 8, 2010. Born in Salt Lake City on April 6, ..... |
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Born October 4, 1942 and entered into eternal peace on September 8, 2010 in Alta Loma. Carolyn was a wonderful wife, mother and grandmother. Her children and grandchildren were the light of her life. She enjoyed going to all of their games, concerts and dance recitals. Carolyn is survived by her husband of 52 years Bill, children : Gary & Cathy Feer of Chino Hills, Kelly & Jeff Bonser of Alta Loma, Mike & Mandi Feer of Apple Valley & Jeannine Feer of Alta Loma. Grandchildren: Jamie, Jeffrey, Krista, Bradley, Wesley, Kahler, Christopher, Emily, Conner, Lauren, Kelsey and Paul. Also surviving is her sister Sandra Stockton and brother Robert Griffis of Roseville, CA and many family members and dear friends. Carolyn worked in food service for 30 years at the Chaffey and Pomona Unified School Districts. She touched the lives of so many over the past 67 years and will be deeply missed. A celebration of her life will be held at 10AM on Friday, September 17, 2010 at CBC 9090 19th St. Alta Loma. |
On September 11, 2010, after a courageous battle with cancer, CONNIE GARCEZ GALLARDO, 59, went to be with our Lord. Born and raised in San Bernardino, Connie was a devoted Catholic, and employed with SBCUSD Nutritional Services for 20 years. She is survived by her husband of 34 years, Rumaldo H. Gallardo; brothers, Wally (Sara) Garcez and Tudy (Linda) Garcez; her sister, Cecilia Garcez; children, Ruben Aguilar (Renee Rodriguez), Vicki (Nathan) Lopez, Ceci Gallardo; step children, Denise (Aaron) Gallardo-Vigil, Vina (Chris) Gallardo-Kelley; Grandchildren, Ruben, Jacob, Reanna, Robert, Randy, Mia, and Deanna. In lieu of flowers, Connie asks that donations in her name be made to a Cancer Society . Visitation: 4-9 P.M. with Rosary at 6 P.M. to be held on Sunday, Sept. 19th at Preciado Funeral Home in San Bernardino. Mass will be held at St. Adelaide Church in Highland on Monday, Sept. 20th, 10:00 A.M. Burial immediately following at Mt. View Cemetery in San Bernardino. |
CRISPIN, J. HEWES July 23, 1915 - September 5, 2010 J. Hewes Crispin passed away peacefully at his home in Santa Barbara at the age of 95. Born in Minnesota in 1915, Hewes moved with his family to California as a young boy. He attended Stanford University where he received his Engineering degree and then received his MBA at Harvard University. In between earning these degrees, |
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Joaquin J. Camara Jr. Oct. 22, 1920 Sept. 9, 2010 Resident of Hayward Joaquin was born in Kauai, Hawaii and a long time resident ..... |
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Grace Cameron 04/05/1923 ~ 09/10/2010 CARLSBAD -- Born: Belfast, Northern Ireland. Interment: Pacific View Memorial Park, Corona del Mar, Calif., Wed., Sept 15th @ ..... |
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. |
Carol Ann Langley November 18, 1946 - August 30, 2010 Carol Langley went home to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on August 30, 2010, surrounded by family. Carol was born in Bakersfield and lived in Bakersfield until 2004, when she moved to Santa Maria. Carol was a true servant of the Lord, leaving a lasting impression on all those whom she met, and exemplifying a distinguished Christian testimony. She was the second of four children of Ray and Evelyn Vercammen of Bakersfield. She was preceded in death by her parents, Evelyn in 2005, and Ray in 2007. She is survived by her husband of over 45 years, Bob Langley; son and Pastor Brian Langley and wife Lisa of Bakersfield; sister, Cheryl Kerley and husband Guy of Bakersfield; brother, Ray Vercammen and wife Nancy of Bakersfield; sister, Pat Martin and husband John of Boise, Idaho; grandson, Grant Langley and granddaughter, Hannah Langley of Bakersfield; numerous cousins, aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews. A memorial service for Carol will be held on Saturday, Sept. 18, 10:00 a.m., at Valley Baptist Church, 4800 Fruitvale Ave. in Bakersfield. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to First Missionary Baptist Church, Carol's home church, P.O. Box 6063, Bakersfield, CA 93386, designated to "Discovery Bible Clubs Camp Fund," for the purpose of sending young people to church camp. |
May 26, 1935 - Sept. 10, 2010 It is with great sadness that the family of Carol announce her passing, her promotion to glory, early in the morning on Friday, September 10, 2010, surrounded by her loving family, at the age of 75 years. Carol touched many lives with her loving kindness, beautiful spirit and incredible courage; not to mention her awesome cookies. It was only one month ago that twenty-four of her family members travelled with her to Maui to celebrate the fiftieth wedding anniversary to the love of her life, Vern. Amongst rolling waves, fun times at the pool and laughs galore, we treasured the gift of time we had with her. As a cancer survivor for twelve years she fought the battle bravely and courageously right to the end. Carol experienced and enjoyed many great times with friends and loved ones in her homes in Calgary, Windermere, BC, and Palm Valley Country Club in Palm Desert, Calif. Carol is survived by her loving husband, Vern; sons, Greg (Elaine) and Clark (Kathy); daughters, Marleea (Bob Ashauer) and Marilyn (Cameron Blewett); and grand-children whom she adored, Brittany, Jenessa and Madison; Sean, Jack, Cole and Lauren; Rachel, Chantel, Nicole and Alyssa; Jaeden, Ashton, Arianna, and Luke. She is also survived by her sister, Joan Kelm; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Carol was preceded in death by her parents, Victor and Hilda Nargang; and her brother, Clinton Nargang. Funeral Services were held at McINNIS & HOLLOWAY'S Park Memorial Chapel (5008 Elbow Drive S.W. Calgary, AB., T2S 2L5) on Tuesday, September 14, 2010. Forward condolences through www.mcinnisandholloway.com. If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made directly to the Alberta Cancer Foundation, c/o Tom Baker Cancer Centre, 1331 - 29 Street N.W., Calgary, AB T2N 4N2 Telephone: (403) 521-3433. Carol's family would like to thank her Oncologist Dr. Alexander Paterson as well as the nurses and staff at the Tom Baker Cancer Centre. In living memory of Carol Olson, a tree will be planted at Fish Creek Provincial Park by McINNIS & HOLLOWAY FUNERAL HOMES Park Memorial Chapel, 5008 ELBOW DRIVE S.W. Telephone: (403) 243-8200. |
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. |
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Jack Ellis Carter, of Lodi, died September 10, 2010. He was 88 years old. He was born April 11, 1922, in San Francisco, the ..... |
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Passed away peacefully at his home in Petaluma on September 13, 2010; joining his parents, Julia and Leland and son Paul. A native of WY, he came to CA in 1963 and had a long and successful career in the food industry, culminating as President of Del Monte frozen foods and the VP of National Sales for Supherb Farms. A nationally ranked bridge player, he also collected fine wines and dedicated many years to coaching youth soccer. He will be greatly missed by his wife of 47 years, Sue of Petaluma; daughter, Kirsten Achilles Poon (Thomas); sister, Sharon Johnson (Jerry) of WY; sisters-in-law, Glenda Rothacher (Terry) of MT and Beverly Smedstad (Arnold) of MN; adopted son, Rene Sidler (Petra) and their son Ryan of Switzerland; ten nieces and nephews; and his cherished grandchildren Chloe and Quentin and beloved dogs, Kelsey-Mia and Emmie. Age: 69 years. Friends and family are invited to attend the Funeral Service, Saturday, September 18, 2010 at 2:00 p.m. at PARENT-SORENSEN MORTUARY & CREMATORY, 850 Keokuk St., Petaluma. Memorial contributions may be made to your favorite charity. |
Charles W. Koch, age 53 of Newtown beloved husband of Pira (Jennewein) Koch died unexpectedly September 13, 2010. He was born in Bronxville, N.Y. on June 21, 1957 a son of the late Robert and Evelyn (Vorbach) Koch. Charles was raised in New Rochelle, NY and was a graduate of New Rochelle High School. Before retirement, Mr. Koch was an Ironworker for Union Local 40 in New York City and was very proud of his participation in the recovery effort at ground zero following 9/11/2001. In addition to his wife, survivors include his children, Ryan, Hannah and Christopher; five brothers, Robert Koch of Gladstone, N.J., Steven Koch of Summit, N.J., Michael Koch of Las Vegas, Nev., John Koch of New York, N.Y. and Paul Koch of Holmdel, N.J.; three sisters, Lynne Ketcham of McLain, Va., Cora Koch of Haworth, N.J. and Nancy Leccese of Summit, N.J. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in St. Mary's Church, 26 Dodgingtown Road, Bethel, Friday September 17, 2010 at 11 a.m. Interment will be private. Friends may call at the Honan Funeral Home 58 Main St. Newtown Thursday from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. |
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. |
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Rosendo "Papa" Christy of Union City, CA was born on October 21, 1923 in Miami, AZ and departed September 12, 2010 surrounded by his ..... |
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. |
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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., |
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Wednesday, September 15, 2010 2:00 AM |
Dorothy A. Cunningham Apr. 27, 1925- Sept. 12, 2010 Resident of Hayward Dorothy "Netta" Annetta Cunningham (Elrod) was born April 27, 1925, in Pine ..... |
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DAVIS, Virginia May: 88; of Santa Barbara; died Sept. 12; funeral Mass 10 a.m. Friday at Santa Barbara Mission; interment to follow at Calvary Cemetery; arrangements by Welch-Ryce-Haider Funeral Chapels. |
DEVONNE LAUDEMAN- BECKER Happy Birthday Our Beautiful Angel We miss you and love you very much. |
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DORIS MAE JONES Age 88. With great sadness we announce the passing of our Nana, Doris Mae Jones. She died peacefully with her family at her side, September 12, 2010, in San Bernardino. We are and will always be proud of the time we had with Nana. One of her most proud moments was when she graduated from Jr. College at the age of 58. She retired after 50 years as a Beautician at various salons, primarily in San Bernardino. She was a devoted and lifetime member of the LDS Church. She is survived by her daughter, Tamara Morales and her husband, Ed of San Bernardino; 4 Grandsons Joaquain, Lino, Ian and Jesse; 2 Granddaughters, Tracy and Sherri. She was preceded in death by all five of her siblings, and also her husband, Clyde, her 2 daughters, Sherrell and Charlene; and son, Kenny. Church Service will be held 10:00 A.M., Friday, September 17, 2010, at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 1244 E. Pacific Avenue, San Bernardino. Viewing will be prior to the service from 9:00 A.M. to 10:00 A.M. and Interment will follow at Montecito Memorial Park in Colton. After the committal service a reception will be held back at the church. Condolences may be sent on-line at www.bobbitt chapel.com. "Thank you to all the caring hands that gave comfort and love to our Nana Doris." |
76 of Upland died Sept 5, 2010 at his residence in Upland. He was born Nov 16, 1933 in Tucson, AZ and lived in Upland for 45 yrs. He worked as a veterinarian for 26 years and was a member of Rotary, Kiwanis and Orange Belt Veterinary Medical Assn. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army. Survivors include: Rosemary Johnson (wife), Karen Burr, Kristina Kase (daughters), Dave Burr, Don Kase (sons-in-laws), Brittany Burr, Ben Burr, Nick Burr, Melissa Kase (grandchildren). Memorial Service held Sept 16 at 11:30am at Todd Memorial Chapel, Claremont. Donations to: www.vitas.com |
DRISCOLL Jr., James F. 82 of Carlsbad, CA passed away on September 12, 2010 after a brief illness. Jim was the beloved husband of Margaret M. Driscoll, and the late Loretto B. Driscoll. He is the father of James F. Driscoll III, Michael Driscoll, Kathy (John) Langton, Mark (Bobbi) Driscoll, Reverend Patrick Driscoll, Amy Colleen (Dan) Klapp, and Tracy (Philip) Abbott, the grandfather to 27 children, great-grandfather to two children, an uncle, and a friend. Jim was born in Chicago, |
Dan O'Rourke, Resident of Eureka, In Eureka July 23, 2010. Age 64. Dan spent many years on the peninsula and King's Mountain. Mechanic, truck driver, and story teller. A big man with a big heart who was a long time friend to many. A celebration of life will be held Sat Sept 18. Contact Dave Killilea 650 851-3805 |
Danilo Fabbri Passed away peacefully on September 12, 2010. Born June 27, 1949, he was raised in Tuscany. Danilo moved to San Francisco where, in 1980, he met his great love, his beloved wife Linda Rader Fabbri. They married in 1982 and built their life together in Berkeley, California. Danilo was larger than life; a man of many talents, and a successful businessman/restaurateur. He loved his dogs, his garden, bocce ball, and formula one car races. He was passionate, generous and an excellent cook. An extraordinary man, Danilo was a valiant and courageous warrior in his thirty-five-year battle with kidney disease. Survived by his wife Linda, he was preceded in death by his parents Iacopo and Emma Fabbri, and also by his brother Franco Fabbri. Danilo leaves behind loving cousins and friends who will miss him dearly. Friends and family are invited to attend the memorial service at 11:00 a.m. on Wed., September 22, 2010 at Immaculate Conception Church, 3255 Folsom Street, SF, 94110. In lieu of flowers, any donations may be made to the, or to the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. |
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. |
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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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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. |
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... |
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Dolores J Stam 79 of Yuba City passed away on September 7, 2010. She was a homemaker and a retired longtime employee as a car sales person. Survived by her husband, Roger Stam of 18 years, sons: Gerald Love, Robert Roof, daughters: Becky Handy, Shelly May, three stepchildren, eleven grandchildren, fourteen great grandchildren, and one great- great grand child. Graveside services will be conducted on Sept. 17, 2010 at Sutter Cemetery at 1:00 P.M. Send Condolences to |
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Dominic Phillip Cornejo 1991 - 2010 Dominic Phillip Cornejo was born August 4, 1991 in Bakersfield, CA. He went to Heaven on September 12, 2010. He was 19 years old. His grade school years were spent at Our Lady of Perpetual Help School. He continued his catholic education at Garces Memorial High School and graduated May 2010. He loved sports and played baseball and football as a Garces Ram. Dominic enjoyed camping and fishing with his Dad, he also enjoyed traveling with his family and especially attending Dodger games. One of his favorite vacation places was Lake Tahoe. He also enjoyed snowboarding at Mammoth and being with his friends and family. He is survived by his parents, Gerry and Irma "Cha Cha"; his sister, Natalie Castanchoa; his paternal grandmother, Katherine; maternal grandmother, Rebecca Montemayor; aunts, uncles, cousins and his "Pups", Tara and Gizmo. A Rosary service is scheduled for Friday, Sept. 17, at 7:00 p.m., and a Mass of Christian Burial to celebrate Dominic's life will be held Saturday, Sept. 18, at 10:00 a.m. Both will be at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church, 124 Columbus St. Memorial donations may be made in honor of Dominic to OLPH School or Garces Memorial. |
MACLEAN-Donald Robert MacLean, a resident of Pasadena, born February 4, 1921, died September 9, 2010 at the age of 89. Donald MacLean, the son of Alexander MacLean and Emily Davie MacLean was born in Biggar, Saskatchewan, Canada. His family, all emigrants from Scotland in the early 1900s, homesteaded farms on the Canadian prairies. His father later was a railroad fireman and engineer. Donald moved to Vancouver, becoming a beautician, and then to Arcadia and San Marino, becoming a citizen of the United States. Donald lived and worked in the San Gabriel Valley for many years, with a brief interlude after the death of his first wife, Betty McWhinnie MacLean, working in Hawaii. With two partners, he founded and built the most successful beauty salon of its era in Pasadena, Continental Hair Fashions. His second wife, Ruth Engelhardt MacLean was a Pasadena elementary school teacher for many years and preceded him in death in 2003. Don was highly artistic, an ardent collector, and a lover of all things Scottish and British. In his dedication to honesty and hard work; in his faithful and caring love for his two wives; and in his commitment to his grandchildren, he epitomized the MacLean clan motto: "Virtue Mine Honor." Mr. MacLean is survived by his loving sister, Olive MacLean Belzer who helped care for him with extraordinary dedication; a brother, R.J. MacLean; two stepsons, John David ("Ian") Campbell and Walter Lee Campbell; many nephews and nieces, including Robert Belzer and Sheryl Belzer Fullington. And six grandchildren: A.J., Christopher, Emily, Marguerite, Stephanie, and Walter Campbell II. Services will be held 11:00 a.m.., Saturday, September 18, 2010 at Mountain View Mortuary and Cemetery, Chapel of the Gardens, 2300 N. Marengo Avenue, Altadena, CA 91001. |
Dora Armijo Sapena, Resident of San Jose, Born December 12, 1929, resting peacefully with the Lord on August 21, 2010., Beloved wife of Joseph Rodrigues Sapena, loving mother to Elihu Carranza, Jr., Judy Dunfield, Rebecca Carranza, Andrew Carranza and Nancy Jewett. Grandmother to Mathew, Julie Ann, Joel, Henry, Robert, and David, Great Grandmother to Pia, Darin, Michael and Jessica. Andrew her son and Mathew her grandson preceded her in death., Dora was blessed to have seven sisters; Gloria Perez, Viola Arzaga, Beatrice Villarreal, Martha Beardsley, Lydia Ekendahl, Maxine Long, Irene Alvarado and a brother David Armijo. Viola preceded Dora in death and Gloria passed away five days after Dora., Dora also leaves a daughter-in-law Susan Carranza, two son-in-laws Jeff Jewett and Jake Lyhne; Mel Dunfield remained a very close friend to the family. Dora had many nieces and nephews., Dora was born and raised in Mesquite, New Mexico where she has many relatives she visited often. She left New Mexico when she was in high school and came to San Jose. She attended Lincoln High School and graduated. She loved to cook and entertain family and friends. She loved being with her family & with all of her sisters, and Brother David., Dora was gifted, she was an artist. She loved to paint, crochet and knit., Dora enjoyed being a business woman. She and her husband Joe started with a unit and ended with four Taco Bell restaurants., She was a strong advocate against family violence. She was a member of Soroptimist International for thirty-five years. She was also District Director for the Sierra Pacific Region and she was so successful that many wanted her to run for the top position - Area Governor. However, after her son Andrew's death, she slowed her activities, She was a member of Grace Baptist Church for many years. There will be "Celebration of Her Life," at Grace Baptist Church located at 484 E. San Fernando Street, San Jose, Ca. 95112 on September 25, 2010 at 10:00 am. Friends and relatives are invited to come to a reception at Mariani's Restaurant & Inn located at 2500 El Camino Real, Santa Clara, Ca - following the Church Service. Donations can be sent to: Coalition of Pulmonary Fibrosis; 1659 Branham Lane, Suite F227, San Jose, CA 95118, There will be a private burial for the immediate family that will be held at Santa Cruz Memorial Park, Santa Cruz, Mariposa Gardens., She will be deeply missed by all of us. |
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90, of Diamond Bar, CA passed away on September 13, 2010 at her home in Murrieta, CA. Ellie was born July 17, 1920 in Alabama but has lived in Diamond Bar for over 50 years. She was a bookkeeper for 30 years and was a member of the Merry twirlers square dance and Pomona Tile Group. She loved to dance, travel and cook. Ellie is survived by daughter-in-law Dee Jenkins, son George Jenkins, grandchildren Jeff Jenkins and Christine Jenkins, great-grandchildren Dean, Sarah and Brad Godinez and Molly and Riley Jenkins. She was preceded in death by husband George F. Jenkins. Services will be held on Friday, September 17 at 10:30AM at Pomona Valley Memorial, 502 E. Franklin in Pomona. |
ESTHER B. FERLANDO Age 89, a resident of San Bernardino, CA, for 87 years, passed away on September 12, 2010, in San Bernardino, CA. She was born in Corona, CA. She is survived by her daughters, Gloria Smith and Sylvia Hernandez; Grandchildren, James Smith and Caren Contreras; Great Grandchildren, James K. Smith Jr., Jeffery Smith and Jason Smith; Great Great Grandchildren, Chloe Smith and Julian Smith; sister, Marie Linares; and a host of nieces and nephews. Funeral Service: Friday, September 17, 2010, 11 A.M. at Mt. View Memorial Chapel. Interment: Mt. View Cemetery. Please visit: www.mtview sanbernardino.com to offer condolences. |
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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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 |
Edna Alice Potter was born April 10, 1922 in Los Angeles, CA to Norman and Bessie Hastings. She was a lifelong resident of Los Angeles and Gardena. She attended Fremont High School and received her Associate of Arts degree in Art from Los Angeles City College. She was first employed at the Reardon Company and later during WWII at Firestone Rubber Co. and Army Ordinance. She met and married Ralph L. Potter on February 10, 1948. She worked as the school administrator for the Manchester Baptist and Calvary Baptist Elementary Schools. After retirement, she attended Torrance First Baptist Church where she was active with the deaconesses and led senior travel. She went to be with the Lord at age 88 on September 11, 2010 in Torrance surrounded by her loving family. She is survived by her devoted husband of 62 years, Ralph; son and daughter-in-law, Gary and Kathy Potter of Los Angeles; daughter and son-in-law, Norma and Douglas Beatty of Tennessee; 4 grandchildren; and 5 great-grandchildren. Services will be held at Torrance First Baptist on September 16, 2010 at 11:00 a.m. Donations may be made to the Doors of Hope Women's Shelter, Wilmington, CA. Please sign the guestbook at |
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 Heidinger, Resident of Sunnyvale, Eddie died on Sept 10 at 90 yrs of age after a short illness. He lived in Sunnyvale his entire life. He was a member of the San Jose Oldtimers Softball Hall of Fame. He loved to play golf and dance. He shot his age many times and on his 90th birthday he carded an 85. He was preceded in death by his wife Edna and son Kurt. He is survived by his wife of 30 years Irma, son Lance and daughter Linda. Grandfather of 4 and great grandfather of 6. Private services were held. |
Eleanor Alena Crisci, 80 years old, of Sandy Hook, passed away suddenly, but peacefully on Friday, September 10, 2010 at Danbury Hospital. She was the beloved wife of the late Anthony "Tony" Crisci. Surviving are her daughter Pauline Crisci-Goncalves and her son-in-law Alan Goncalves of Bridgewater, her son Gary Crisci of Newtown and her daughter Karen Crisci Ditullio and son-in-law Richard Ditullio of Roxbury; grandchildren Jessica Crisci, Johnny Koschel, Tyler Crisci; grand step daughter Lauren Ditullio; siblings Stephen Tantillo and Sandy Deanne residing in South Carolina; and many nieces and nephews. Eleanor loved her family beyond words can express and she is now their guardian angel watching over them. Eleanor was born in Manhattan, NY, to late Peter and Rosaria "Sadie" Tantillo. In her early years, she was a supervisor for Macy's Department Store in Manhattan and a licensed New York beautician. In 1992, Eleanor and her late husband, Tony, established Newtown Car Care Center, Inc. She was a very successful businesswoman. Eleanor was a longtime Brookfield resident and later resided in Newtown before moving to Sandy Hook eight years ago. Over the years, she enjoyed various interests and hobbies: oil painting, ceramics, gardening, luncheons and card games with her friends, crossword and word search puzzles, watching Lifetime movies, cooking, needlepoint, knitting, and sewing. Most of all, she enjoyed being with her children and grandchildren. A funeral service will be celebrated on Saturday, September 18, 2010 at 10 a.m. in Newtown Congregational Church, 14 West St., Newtown. Entombment will follow at Saint Peter Garden Mausoleum, Lake Ave. Ext., Danbury. Family and friends may call at the Honan Funeral Home, 58 Main St., Newtown, Friday, September 17 from 4 to 7 p.m. Memorial donations can be made to the Newtown Volunteer Ambulance Corps at PO Box 344 Newtown, CT 06470. Eleanor was beloved by her family and friends, and will be greatly missed. |
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: |
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., |
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Emilie M. Dosch, a long time resident of Danbury, died Monday, September 13, 2010 at Danbury Hospital. She was predeceased by her husband, Charles in 2004. Emilie was born August 26, 1920 in New York, N.Y., the daughter of the late Lu C. and Mae (Togni) Wood. She celebrated her 90th birthday on August 26th with 16 of her immediate family and friends with her. She was a graduate of Richmond Hill High School, Queens, N.Y. She moved to Danbury in June of 1970 after American Can Co. came to Connecticut retiring in June of 1980. She was a member of the Emblem Club # 48 and St James Episcopal Church in Danbury. She is survived by her children, Linda Triebe and her husband, John, Judith Leaden and her husband Richard, and Kenneth Dosch and his fianc�e, Diana deMedina, all of Danbury; five grandchildren, Denise (Triebe) and Derek Sutera of Clearwater, Fla., Christopher Triebe and his fianc�e, Jennifer Bonds of Naugatuck, Keith Dosch of Pooler, Ga., Kevin Dosch and Anthony Marucci of Danbury. Also survived by great-granddaughters, Shaelin Renee Triebe of Naugatuck and Nicole Lynn Sutera of Clearwater, Fla. and many nieces and nephews. Friends may call at the Green Funeral Home, 57 Main St, Danbury on Thursday from 5 to 9 p.m., where a funeral service will be held on Friday at 11 a.m. Interment will follow at St Peter Cemetery. Those who wish may make contributions to the Danbury Hospital Development Fund, 24 Hospital Ave., Danbury CT 06810. |
Emmit Edward Dalton 1941 - 2010 Emmit was born in Delano, California on Nov. 29, 1941 and passed away Sept. 12, 2010 with loving family and friends by his side. Emmit is preceded in death by his parents, Jim and Bonnie Dalton; sisters, LaVonne Vann, Rose Armstrong and Carol Sutton. He is survived by the love of his life Connie, with whom he shared 33 years of marriage; his children, Katie Nuchols and husband Cliff, Estella Mentink and husband Matt, Eva Crain, Julian Nisperos, Eddie Dalton, Tammy Huffman and husband Junior, Alfonso Nisperos, Denver Dalton, Carrie Asbury and husband Tyson, Kristina LaVerne and husband Rex, and Lydia Dalton; his brothers, Howard Dalton and Fred Dalton; Aunt Faye; sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, 22 grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren, numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins. Emmit proudly served in the United States Army and was also a member of the Local 460 for 30 years. He worked in the air conditioning and refrigeration trade which he loved very much. He spoke passionately about his job and it wasn't uncommon for people in the field to go to Emmit for advice. He continued to work in this trade for 45 years until his health forced him to retire. Despite his health, Emmit managed to make the most of his free time. He enjoyed fishing but deep sea fishing became a favorite hobby of his and would never miss an opportunity to go. He also enjoyed going to the casinos with his wife, Connie. They often went and win or lose, he would always return with a smile on his face. But his most favorite way to spend time was with his family, especially his grandchildren who were the apples of his eye. Emmit had a great sense of humor and always had a nickname for everyone. If he called you by something other than your name, you knew you were loved by him. He had a great spirit and a loving heart. Everyone who met Emmit was grateful to have known him. He will always be loved and forever missed. His family would like to send a special Thank You to his close friends who continued to visit and call him often. You know who you are. Viewing will be Wednesday, Sept. 15, from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Services will be on Thursday, Sept. 16, at 10:00 a.m., at Mission Family Mortuary, 531 California Ave. Graveside services to be held Friday, Sept. 17, at 10:00 a.m. at Greenlawn Southwest Memorial Park, 2739 Panama Lane. |
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. |
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. |
Ernest S. Nava, Resident of San Mateo, Age 85, died peacefully at home on September 13, 2010. Husband of Laura Nava and the late Elzira Nava. He resided in San Mateo for 56 yrs. Retiree of San Mateo Foster City School District, past president of Santo Cristo Society, life member of Knights of Columbus, Veteran of, and Korea., Survived by his loving children; Ernie, David, Rick, Cynthia (Uliana) and Cathy. Survived by 9 grandchildren, 4 great grandchildren and numerous relatives., Friends are invited to visit on Thursday, September 16, 2010, from 5:00 - 9:00 p.m. and are invited to attend a Vigil at 7:00 p.m. at SNEIDER & SULLIVAN & O'CONNELL'S FUNERAL HOME, 977 So. El Camino Real in San Mateo. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10:30 a.m. on Friday, September 17, 2010 at St. Gregory Catholic Church, 28th and Hacienda Street in San Mateo. Committal at Holy Cross Cemetery in Colma. Contributions in his memory may be made to The Carcinoid Cancer Foundation, Inc. 333 Mamaroneck Ave, #492 White Plains, NY 10605,, SNEIDER & SULLIVAN &, O'CONNELL'S FUNERAL, HOME (650) 343-1804 |
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 ..... |
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 Carmel Mosman, 84, died Sept. 12., Originally from San Luis Obispo, she graduated from Laton High in 1943, then entered the Cadet Nurse Corps to help out in the war effort. After graduating from St. Joseph's School of Nursing, she lived in Burlingame, got married and had three children. In 1961 she moved to Hanford and served as a surgery nurse at Sacred Heart Hospital for many years before changing to Hanford Community Hospital. Evelyn loved gardening and was an active member of the La Casa Garden Club., She is survived by two sisters, Eleanore Dias and Linda Banks, a brother, Bob Burton; three children, Donald Mosman, CJ Kalin and Susan Scheller; and three grandchildren, Dana Mosman and Steven and Stacey Scheller., The family asks that remembrances be made to the Kings County branch of the, Memorial Mass will be Friday, September 17, 2010 at 10:30 a.m. at St. Brigid Catholic Church in Hanford., Arrangements are under the direction of Whitehurst-McNamara Funeral Services Chapel in Hanford. |
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Evelyn "Babe" Hammerly, 88, passed away in Vallejo on Aug. 28, 2010. |
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., |
Nov. 11, 1946 - Sept. 12, 2010 Frank Noriega passed away peacefully on September 12, 2010 surrounded by his loving family. He was born on November 12, 1946 to Felix and Angie Noriega in Azusa, Ca. Frank left his home town of Azusa where his parents, brothers and sisters remained, and came to Merced with his wife and 3 young children to work for the Merced City School District where he cared for and maintained the buildings and grounds for over 25 years. Frank was an avid baseball and softball fan and played in countless municipal softball leagues in the Merced area as well as throughout the State. When Frank wasn't playing in a softball league or a pick-up game with friends and family, or coaching his children and grandchildren in the "art of baseball" he could be found rooting for his favorite baseball team the Los Angeles Dodgers. Frank enjoyed and cherished the simple pleasures of his life, time spent with friends and family in a softball game or on vacation trips or a warm Sunday afternoon enjoying a "Dodger Dog" while Fernando Valenzuela smoked a 98 mph slider past a SF Giant or "Tommy" giving advice on where to find the strike zone to the home plate umpire. "I bleed Dodger blue and when I die, I'm going to the big Dodger in the sky" (Tommy Lasorda). Frank was preceded in death by his mother and father, sister Paulette Eaton and brother Herman Noriega. Frank is survived by his wife of 41 years Sally; brothers Felix (Pam) Noriega of San Clemente; Randy (Brenda) Noriega of Glendora; Adam (Marguerite) of California; sisters Barbara (Roger) Melendrez of Victorville; Anna (Ruben) Salse of Azusa; Tina (Gary )Pike of Rialto; sister-in-law Alice Noriega of Azusa; daughter Denise (Michael) Leap of Merced; sons Frank D. Noriega Jr. of Merced and Mark (Kristina) Noriega of Clovis; and his 5 grandchildren Brandon, Bryant, Marisa, Adriana and Mark Jr. A visitation will be held at 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Friday September17, 2010 at the Chapel of the Light 1620 W. Belmont Ave. Fresno, CA 93728. A funeral service will be held at 10:00 a.m. September18, 2010 also at the Chapel of the Light. |
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 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 (, ) 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, . The family also wishes to gratefully acknowledge services of Hospice Care. |
Wednesday, September 8, 2010 3:00 AM |
Frederick W. Miles passed away Aug. 29, 2010, in Chandler, Ariz., at the age of 78. |
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GARCIA, Jimmy C. 8/8/1942 - 09/09/2010 Jimmy C. Garcia, 68, passed away at his home on September 9. Jimmy was born and raised in Santa Barbara, California. Jimmy is survived by his mother, Conception Garcia, and brothers Ronnie and George Garcia. Jimmy was preceded in life by his sister Sandy Garcia and father Cruz Garcia. |
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Henry H. Gaines Resident of Oakland Henry H. Gaines passed away Sept. 10, 2010 in Oakland, CA. Viewing will be held from 10am-5pm, Fuller ..... |
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 ..... |
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Marlene Claire Gardner Resident of Hayward, CA Jan 30, 1938 - Sept 11, 2010 Marlene Claire Gardner was born in Oakland, grew up in ..... |
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94, native of Eureka, passed away at her home September 5, 2010. She was born August 23, 1916 to pioneer parents Jay Joseph and Estelle Mildred Smith. She graduated from Eureka High School and married Ralph Nevills in 1935. After retirement they traveled extensively all over the United States and Canada in their motor home. After celebrating 60 years together, her eternal sweetheart passed away February 21, 1995. Survivors include daughter Margaret Huff and husband, Perry of Arroyo Grande CA, son Edward Nevills and wife Frances of Fortuna CA, and daughter, Judith Cookson and husband, Peter of Dover DE. Other survivors include 8 grandchildren, 23 great grandchildren and 3 great-great grandchildren. Marie excelled in the homemaking arts and blessed the lives of hundreds with her talents and service. She served in various leadership roles and performed countless hours of service in the PTA, Good Sam RV Club, Relief Society and Young Women's organizations in her church. In her later years, she continued to help the less fortunate by knitting hundreds of leper bandages, hats and slippers for humanitarian projects sponsored by her church. A memorial service will be held Friday, September 17, 2010, 11 a.m. at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints on Dolbeer Street, Eureka. Interment will be at Ocean View Cemetery, Eureka. Memorial contributions may be made to your favorite charity. Please sign the guest book at |
Wednesday, September 15, 2010 2:00 AM |
Roy Getty, age 86, of Lodi, California passed away peacefully on Labor Day, September 6, 2010. He was born June 5, 1924 in White ..... |
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 |
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Beloved husband, father, grandfather and respected printing craftsman, Gordon D. Lindstrom passed away peacefully in San Rafael, Calif., on Sept. 5, 2010. |
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Bree Lauren Grandon, 20 VALLEY CENTER -- Bree Lauren Grandon went to be with Jesus on Thursday, September 9, 2010. Bree was born on ..... |
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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 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 at 1:00 p.m. 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. |
HEWES, Crispin, J. July 23, 1915 - September 5, 2010 J. Hewes Crispin passed away peacefully at his home in Santa Barbara at the age of 95. Born in Minnesota in 1915, Hewes moved with his family to California as a young boy. He attended Stanford University where he received his Engineering degree and then received his MBA at Harvard University. In between earning these degrees, |
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Nancy Lee (Miller) Habeeb Jan. 13, 1922-May 30, 2010 Former Oakland Resident Nancy passed away peacefully in Auburn, CA. Born in Alameda, CA to ..... |
On September 5, 2010, Harold Raymond Mancusi-Ungaro, Sr., M.D., F.A.A.P., passed away at his California home at the age of 91. Dr. Mancusi-Ungaro was born in Newark, NJ, at home on September 3, 1919. He received his B.A. from Yale University in 1940. Medicine was his calling. He became the eldest in the twelfth generation of physicians in his family when he received his M.D. from Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons in December 1943, part of an accelerated wartime class. During his internship at Newark City Hospital, he met Freda Liebman, his wife of 59 years. Although he chose pediatrics, the war years had him stationed at Finney Hospital in Georgia where he practiced as a psychiatrist. After the war, Dr. Mancusi-Ungaro completed a pediatric residency at New York Hospital. The family settled in Montclair, NJ, where he opened his private practice of pediatrics in their house on January 1, 1949. Professionally, he cared for two generations of children and their children. He retired, thirty years to the day, on January 1, 1979. He and Freda had intended to take three months off to winter in Florida; he never resumed practice. He loved to cook, and made a mission passing his mother's and grandmother's recipes on to the next two generations. In 1996, they moved to Beaumont, TX, to be near their son. They relocated to Santa Rosa, CA in 2002. Dr. Mancusi-Ungaro lost Freda in 2004 after a long illness. In Santa Rosa, he met and later married Sheilah Ryan. He remained active and vibrant until the end. Politics was a constant subject of discussion. He enjoyed many of the local restaurants, and was a proud member and frequent visitor of the Wild Oak Saddle Club in Oakmont. Death came quietly from malignant melanoma. Throughout his life, he easily befriended people, whether his patients, his neighbors, or the local merchants. One Texas friend described him as a true gentleman. He enjoyed a thirty-plus-year retirement. He touched many lives professionally and many hearts personally. He asked his family to celebrate his life, not mourn his death, "I've lived a good life, a long life. I have no regrets. If I had it to do all over again, I wouldn't change a thing." He lived. Vixit. Dr. Mancusi-Ungaro is survived by Sheilah, his two children and their spouses, Harold Jr. and wife Susan Mancusi-Ungaro of Santa Rosa and Donna and husband Robert Hart of Ann Arbor, MI; Harold Jr.'s children, Harold Themistocles Mancusi-Ungaro and his wife Monica of New York City and Marianna Mancusi-Ungaro of New Orleans; Donna's children Robert Eric Hart and wife Erin of Chicago and Deanna Hart of Ann Arbor. He also leaves Sheilah's children Kevin Gilfether and Karin Link and and her husband Jason Link and step-grandchildren Zachary and Jacob Link. A veteran of, , he will be inurned next to Freda in Arlington National Cemetery. The family will communicate the date of the ceremony privately. On Tuesday, September 21, 2010, from 5:30 to 7:30 P.M., friends are invited to celebrate Harold's life at Wild Oak Saddle Club, 550 White Oak Drive, Santa Rosa. Remembrances and memorials may be made in his name to the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Columbia University, 630 West 168th Street, New York, NY 10032. Daniels Chapel of the Roses Cremation and Funeral Services (707) 525-3730 |
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 ..... |
GEHRKE-Helen Ida Gehrke, age 90, passed away on Friday, September 10, 2010, in Virginia Beach, Virginia. Ida was born in Chandler, Oklahoma, July 22, 1920 and later moved to Whittier, California with her family. Ida married Joseph C. Gehrke July 27, 1940. They made their home in Whittier, California, where they had two daughters, Doris Ann and Lois Jeanette. Ida is survived by her brother Pete Mitchell; daughters Doris McGowen and Les Cadden of Virginia, and Lois Belew of Kansas; grandchildren Michelle Brown and her husband Harry Brown of Virginia, Douglas McGowen and his wife Courtney McGowen of Massachusetts, and Loren Belew of Kansas; great grandchildren Hannah Brown, Whitaker Brown, and Lyla McGowen. She is preceded in death by her husband Joseph Gehrke, her parents Fred and Katherine Mitchell, two sisters Lillian Willison and Clara Steele, and brother Tom Mitchell. A service for Ida will be held at her graveside at Rose Hills Memorial Park, Garden of Gratitude, in Whittier, California, on Friday, the 17th of September at 11:00 AM. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Heartland Hospice Foundation, in honor of Ida Gehrke, 5029 Corporate Woods Drive #200, Virginia Beach, Virginia 23462. |
Helen Irene Krueger 1928 - 2010 Private services will be held for Helen Irene Krueger, who passed away on Wednesday, September 8, 2010. She was born in Denver, Colorado, on August 28, 1928. While working as a civilian secretary for the Air Force, she met her husband and the love of her life, Earl, in Weisbaden, Germany, while he was stationed in the Air Force. They married in Ottowa, Kansas, on September 25, 1955, and moved to Bakersfield in 1959 where they owned and managed Hemingson's, a local Department Store. Helen worked for the County of Kern for 27 years. The majority of her career (20 years) she worked at the Kern County Health Department, finally retiring in January, 1994. Helen loved to shop wearing her infamous high heeled shoes for she was quite the fashionista and a lady. She enjoyed going to lunch with her family and friends and especially liked taking her two daughters and granddaughter to the Guild House every Christmas season. It was truly a holiday tradition for them. After retirement, Helen worked as a volunteer on behalf of her grandson, Adam, who has Down Syndrome and also worked as a Volunteer in Probation (VIP) at the Kern County Juvenile Justice Center for several years. She loved going to the beach and in her latter years she enjoyed taking cruises and learned to quilt. She was a wonderful mother to her two daughters and a wonderful grandmother to her grandchildren, April and Adam. She is survived by her daughters, Lisa and her husband Mark Phillips of Bakersfield; Melanie and her husband Dave Smith of Seattle, WA; grandchildren, April and Adam VeVea; sister-in-law, Evelyn Bach of McMinnville, OR; nephew, Bill Kielhorn of Portland, OR; and niece, Susan Wilson of Klamath Falls, OR. The family would like to express their appreciation to Optimal Hospice, especially Lauren, Leanne and Andrea for all the support they provided. We do not know what we would have done without them. Also, a big thank you with much love and gratitude to her caretaker Rose Yatco from Arcadia Home Care. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made in Helen's memory to The National Down Syndrome Congress, 1370 Center Drive, Suite 102, Atlanta, Georgia, 30338 or the Bakersfield Pet Food Pantry, P.O. Box 82153, Bakersfield, CA 93380. |
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Helen A. Valencia Died at home on July 16, 2010, five weeks after being diagnosed with a brain tumor. Born in 1922 and raised in San Francisco, Helen graduated from Lowell High School and San Francisco State. She married Ronald Valencia in December 1944, and later settled in San Mateo where his dental practice was located. They moved to Menlo Park in 1959, where they remained for the rest of their lives. Helen is survived by her sister Dorothy, 5 children, 7 grandchildren and two great grandchildren. Helen enjoyed tennis, reading and gardening. She knitted dozens of afghans for family and friends that will keep them warm for many years to come, She and her husband took their first trip to Europe in 1978 and they continued to travel the world for the next 25 years. The family extends its sincere thanks to Pathway's Hospice for their care and support. |
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 |
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Dec 11, 1920 - Sept 12, 2010 Irene Bergstrom was born in Heber Springs, Arkansas on December 11, 1920. She passed away in Atwater on Sunday, September 12, 2010 at the age of 89. She was a homemaker and loving mother. Irene loved spending time with her family, going to church, playing bingo with friends and she loved the outdoors. She was preceded in death by her husband Lavern, children Joyce, Timmy and Marilyn. She is survived by her children Darlene Holderman, Stanley Dirickson, Virginia Hudak, Johnny Bergstrom and Linda DelaRosa. Irene also had numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Visitation will be held Thursday, September 16, 2010 from 6:00 to 8:00 PM at the Atwater Gospel Defender's Church, 449 Broadway Ave. Graveside Service will be on Friday, September 17, 2010 at 1:00 PM at Winton Cemetery. Arrangements are under the direction of Whitton Family Funeral Service in Merced. |
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. |
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Ira John Lee passed away at home, with his family at his side, on Saturday, Sept. 4, 2010. He was 89 years old. |
Iris Wait, 62, passed away on September 7, 2010, surrounded by her family. She is survived by her husband David; sons AJ and wife Marya, and Daniel and wife Jessica; sister Barbara Hopp and husband Harold; and brother Gordon Coey and wife Ruth. Iris was born in Merrill, WI, to Joe and Ida Coey; graduated from UW-Madison in 1971, and moved to Santa Rosa in 1973. She volunteered in her sons' classrooms, youth music programs at both schools and the Symphony, and at Canine Companions for Independence. She enjoyed hiking, camping, gardening, and quilting. No services are being planned. |
Saturday, September 11, 2010 3:00 AM |
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J. Hewes Crispin July 23, 1915 - Sept. 5, 2010 J. Hewes Crispin passed away peacefully at his home in Santa Barbara at the age of 95. Born in Minnesota in 1915, Hewes moved with his family to California as a young boy. He attended Stanford University where he received his Engineering degree and then received his MBA at, . In between earning these degrees, he had a distinguished military career as a Lieutenant Colonel in the United States, . He received the Army Commendation of service in 1946 and had a profound honor and love for his country. Hewes joined Bechtel Corporation in San Francisco and became Senior Vice President of Finance. While living in San Francisco, he also served as President of the World Trade Club. He married Marjorie Holmes Simpson in 1966, and she and her three daughters moved to San Francisco to join Hewes. Hewes retired from Bechtel in 1975, and he and Marjorie moved to Santa Barbara where they began a new and very productive life. Hewes became involved with the Santa Barbara Museum of Art and served as president from 1986 to 1988. In 1995, in gratitude for this service, he was the first recipient of the Wright S. Ludington Award. He was Treasurer of the Valley Club and later became President. He also was President of the San Barbara Club in 1995 and continued to actively support the club until 2005. Hewes had a ferocious enthusiasm for each new day, and the strength and wisdom he embodied provided a constant anchor and source of wisdom for all that knew him. His keen wit and dry sense of humor could not be ignored and the extent of the lives he touched was extraordinary. He is survived by his beloved wife Marjorie, his three stepdaughters Barbara (Ed) Meserve, Diane Cunningham, and Carol (Kevin) Colgate, his two grandchildren Rob (Leslie) Meserve and Scott (Mercedes) Meserve and four great grandchildren. He is also survived by his sister Elizabeth and his nephews and nieces Bill (Sally) Crispin, Vail Bixler, Jay Crispin, Eric (Nancee) Crispin, Christina Leite, and Angela Baduel. He will always be remembered driving his cherished '56 T-Bird. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to The Santa Barbara Museum of Art at 1600 State Street, Santa Barbara, CA. 93101 |
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Born January 26, 1926 passed away September 13, 2010. Beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, great great grandmother. Visitation will be Wednesday, September 15, 2010, 5:00 to 8:30pm, Rosary at 7:00pm; and Services on Thursday, September 16, 2010, 10:30am, at Santa Rosa Catholic Church, with Interment to follow at San Fernando Mission Cemetery. UTTER MCKINLEY SAN FERNANDO MISSION MORTUARY Mission Hills (818) 361-4751 |
Jacqueline and Janessa Greig Jacqueline Greig, 44, was born in San Francisco, grew up in the Mission District, and attended St. John Ursuline High School for Girls before attending San Francisco State University, where she graduated in 1988 with honors and a degree in international business. She worked for the California Public Utilities Commission for 21 years and was a member of its Division of Ratepayer Advocates. She also was a member of the natural gas committee on the National Association of State Utility Consumer Advocates. Janessa, 13, attended St. Cecelia Catholic School in San Francisco as an eighth-grader. She had been at the school since she was in kindergarten and was the current student body president. She was a writer for the school paper, in the school drama club and played the piano. She also volunteered with the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, and was active in basketball, volleyball and traditional Mexican folk dancing. They are survived by husband, James; daughter, Gabriela; parents Agustin and Maria Elena Macedo; brother Hector Macedo and wife Reyna; in-laws Terry Greig; James and Diane Greig; Leo and Suzette Cabatu; Brian and Wendy Daniels; Don and Lara Hull; nieces and nephews Hector and April Macedo; Catalina and Mariana Cabatu; Larkin and Declan Hull. Friends may visit Thursday, September 16th, 2010 after 6:00pm and invited to attend a Vigil Service for Jacqueline and Janessa at 7:00pm at Saint Cecilia's Church, (17th Ave and Vicente), 2555 17th Ave., San Francisco, CA. A Funeral Mass will be Celebrated at St. Cecilia's Church on Friday at 11 am with internment at Holy Cross Cemetery, 1500 Mission Rd., Colma, CA. A reception will be hosted at St Cecilia's Church immediately following the services at Holy Cross Cemetery. A memorial fund has been established at the Bank of the West located at 295 Bush Street in San Francisco, CA 94104 under the title of "The Greig Family Memorial Fund". Online Condolences may be made at www.duggansserra.com. |
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 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., |
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James Julian Lazo, 55, of Lodi died Sept. 8. He was born May 15, 1955 in French Camp. |
Former Lemoore resident, James Ray Davis, 62, of Tulare, California entered into eternal rest on September 9, 2010 in Tulare, California., James was born in Pittsburg, California on September 14, 1947 to Jesse and Elnora Davis. He was raised and educated in Lemoore, graduating from Lemoore High School in 1966. He worked at NAS Lemoore for five years and then moved to Tulare where he worked for Kraft Foods. He was last employed by Tulare County Fair in maintenance. James enjoyed drawing and playing keyboard in his brothers band. He had a great sense of humor and was a jokester., James was a kind and caring man and will be greatly missed by those who knew him., He was preceded in death by his parents, Jesse and Elnora., James is survived by his common-law wife, Margene Pace; son, Randy Davis of Lemoore, CA; two brothers, Jon Davis and wife Renee of Oxnard, CA and David Davis of Hanford, CA; his sisters, Mary Smith and husband, Wellington of Corning, CA, Joanne Thomas of Hanford, CA and Betty Davis of Bakersfield, CA; his special uncle, Jim (Buck) Glaspie of Hanford, CA and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins., Visitation will be held on Friday, September 17, 2010 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at People's Funeral Chapel, 501 N. Douty St., Hanford, CA., Condolences may be offered at, Arrangements entrusted to People's Funeral Chapel, 501 N. Douty St., Hanford, CA 93230 (559) 584-5591. |
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Janet Neil was born in Tacoma, Wash., 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 3-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 ragles, 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., Memorial service will be held Friday, Sept. 17, at 11 a.m. at McCune Garden Chapel. Arrangements are under the direction of McCune Garden Chapel, 448-6546, www.mccunechapel.com., |
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BLEVINS, Jennie (Molenaar) was born January 11, 1918 in Rock Rapids, IA and died on August 29, 2010 in Bellflower, CA. Services were held on September 7, 2010 at Whites Funeral Home in Bellflower followed by interment at Rose Hills in Whittier. She is survived by her children, Susan Myers of Spencer, IA, Jim (Marlene) Blevins of Buena Park and Linda (Ben) Ramirez of La Habra; six grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Paul, her parents, a brother and four sisters. Online condolences and shared memories can be made by visiting www. dignity memorial.com. |
CARROLL, Jessie, 96, passed away on September 10, 2010. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, September 21, 2010 at 10 am at Trinity Lutheran Church, 759 Linden Ave. Burial will follow at Rose Hills Memorial Park. The family was assisted by McKenzie Mortuary (562) 961-9301 |
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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JoAnne Teresa Mohrfeld (Jo), a 44-year resident of Torrance, passed away at her home on Thursday, September 2, 2010. Jo was born in Aitkin, MN on April 27, 1932 to Alfred and Eleanor Cartie. Jo met her husband Les in Denver, CO and was married on September 12, 1953 in Elma, IA. Jo was a loving wife and mother and a great friend to everyone. She was always on the go taking care of someone or something making sure things were organized and done right. And we can't forget two of her greatest passions. Quilting was a hobby she picked up after her children were grown and she spent many an afternoon quilting with the "Crazy Quilters". But her all time favorite activity and greatest passion was playing bridge, which she played for more than 40 years. Jo is survived by her husband, Les; daughter, Cindy; sons, Jeff and Lynn; grandchildren, Kyle (21), Casey (19), Allison (15), Logan (12) and Wyatt (7); sisters, Mary, Marcella and Barbara; brothers, Richard and Michael. Jo was preceded in death by her son, Todd; parents, Alfred and Eleanor; and brother, Gordon. The memorial Mass will be held at St. Lawrence Martyr Catholic Church in Redondo Beach on Friday, September 24, 2010 at 6:30 p.m., followed by a reception in the St. Lawrence Parish Hall. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to: Franciscan Conventual Friars, P.O. Box 840, Arroyo Grande, CA 93421. Please sign the guestbook at |
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 |
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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Passed away in Santa Rosa, California on Wednesday, September 8, 2010 at the age of 90. John is lovingly survived by Louise, his wife of 66 years; his children Richard, Thomas (Cathy), Cheryl (Bill), James (Donna), and Catherine (Curt); his grandchildren, Kerry, Brian, Paul, Sara, Jamie, Rachel and Patrick; his great grandchildren, Allie, Kellan and Ethan; his sister Mary Grimes and numerous nieces and nephews. Born on August 30, 1920 in Ashland, Illinois, John served in the, during, in the South Pacific. John worked as an Electrical Engineer for over 45 years. John retired to Santa Rosa where he was a resident for 21 years. Friends are invited to a Graveside Service at 1:00 p.m. on Thursday, September 16, 2010 at Gate of Heaven Cemetery, 22555 Cristo Rey Drive, Los Altos, CA 94024. In his memory, contributions may be made to the, . Some people make the sky more beautiful to gaze upon. They stay in our lives for awhile, leave footprints on our hearts, and we will never, ever be the same. DANIELS CHAPEL OF THE ROSES FUNERAL AND CREMATION SERVICE 525-3730 |
John Rocha Diaz, Resident of San Jose, June 24, 1925-Sept.10, 2010, John passed away peacefully on September 10, 2010 at the age of 85. Retired from Moffett Field after 25 years. He will be missed by all his friends and family. John is survived by his brothers, Isidoro Diaz and Carmen Diaz and many nieces and nephews., A vigil is scheduled for Thursday, September 16, 2010 from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM with a rosary at 7:00 PM DARLING FISCHER GARDEN CHAPEL, 471 E. Santa Clara Street in San Jose. A Celebration Mass is scheduled Friday, September 17, 2010 at 10:00 AM, at Holy Cross Church, 580 Jackson Street, San Jose. Burial will follow at Santa Clara Mission Cemetery. |
Tuesday, September 14, 2010 3:00 AM |
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John J. Yeomans 1948 - 2010 John J. Yeomans, 62, of Bakersfield CA, died on 10 September 2010, surrounded by his family after a long battle with pancreatic cancer. John retired from Chevron Oil Company after 30 years as a Head Operator. John earned a real estate license, a general contractor's license and after retirement owned a safety consulting business which provided services to numerous petroleum companies. John served three years in the U.S. Army and deployed to Vietnam with the 11th ACR from July 69-70. John was an avid golfer, fisherman, outdoorsman and patriot. He loved to watch his grandchildren compete in sporting events, bragging of their accomplishments and spending time at his mountain home. John is survived by his wife of 441/2 years and the love of his life, Diana Yeomans; mother, Bette Stancliff of Bakersfield CA; son and daughter-in-law, Mike and Kim Yeomans of Bakersfield CA; daughter and son-in-law, Kimberlee and Brian Homme of Tucson AZ; grandchildren, Chelsea, Brock and Mikayla Yeomans of Bakersfield CA, Brilee and Kian Homme of Tucson AZ; brothers, Harold Ford of Bakersfield CA and Gary Stancliff of Las Vegas NV; and numerous nieces and nephews. John is preceded in death by his sister, Sandra Garner; his mother and father-in-law, Tom and Dorothy Choate; and his nephew, Donald Choate. John was a kind and loving man that will be greatly missed. Visitation and viewing will take place at Mish Funeral Home, 120 Minner Ave., on Sept. 15, from 4-8 p.m. Services will take place at Mish Funeral Home on Sept. 16, at 10:00 a.m., followed by a graveside service at Greenlawn Memorial Park, 3700 River Blvd. Mish Funeral Home |
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Passed away peacefully on September 7, 2010 at Anna House in Windsor at the age of 84. Joseph, fondly known as Joe, was born in Healdsburg and became the winemaker for the family winery, Cambiaso Winery, until his retirement in 1977. He and his loving sister Rita, lived in their home in the Dry Creek Valley, which Joseph lovingly and meticulously maintained. He was a kind, soft spoken gentleman who loved tending to his garden and vineyard and who was loved by all who knew him. Joseph was an Army Veteran who served his country proudly in World War II in the 452nd Engineer Department as a technician. Joseph is preceded in death by his parents John and Mary Cambiaso and his sister Theresa Casazza. At Joseph's request there will be no formal services. Graveside Services will be held at Oak Mound Cemetery, 601 Piper St, Healdsburg on Saturday, September 18, 2010 at 11:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers Memorial Contributions may be made to Memorial Hospice, 821 Mendocino Ave, Santa Rosa, CA 95401. DANIELS CHAPEL OF THE ROSES FUNERAL AND CREMATION SERVICES 525-3730 |
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"POP\'S" JOSEPH MARTINEZ May 2, 1923 ~ September 15, 2003 Pop\'s seven years ago you left us for a better place called Heaven. Now you can watch over all of us, especially Mom. We miss you and love you always! Love, Your Wife, Sons and Daughters |
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. |
JUDY GEORGE On Sept. 9, 2010 Judy went to be with the Lord. She was born April 5, 1920. Judy is survived by her daughter, Sue Whitson and son-in-law Allen, one granddaughter Julie Pingley and one grandson Jeffrey Whitson and four great grandsons, Christopher, Henry, Matt Henry, Jayden and Jordan Whitson. She loved people, hobbies and cooking. She will be laid to rest at Riverside National Cemetery held privately. Entrusted To The Care Of: McWane Family Funeral Home Del Matthews (951) 658-9497 - FD #998 |
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. |
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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., |
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KARON JOY BRECHT Died at age 68, Aug. 21, 2010, of congestive heart failure. She was born in San Bernardino, CA, raised in Bloomington & resided in Colton for 49 years. She worked as a computer programmer at Loma Linda Med. Center for 18 years. She was involved with St. John's Lutheran Church in Colton, sang in the choir, taught Sunday School, helped preschool, served as treasurer & board member. She volunteered as a teacher's aide at San Salvador Preschool. She attended Trinity Lutheran Church in San Bernardino, sang special music as well as helped with office duties. Survived by her brothers, Terry & Mark Stracke; sons, Gene Jr., Kevin & Paul; daughter, Kim; & 4 grandchildren, Chris Martinez, Katy, Jason & Sarah Brecht. Funeral was held private for family at Green Acres. Memorial Service will be held at Trinity Lutheran Church in San Bernardino, Saturday, Sept. 18, at 11:00 A.M. |
July 6, 1956 ~ September 12, 2010 Kelli passed away Sunday morning, Sept. 12, 2010, at her home in Chowchilla. She was born on July 6, 1956, in Madera. Kelli was a life-long resident of Chowchilla, attended local schools and graduated from Chowchilla Union High School in 1974. She attended Merced College for two years. Kelli married Bob O'Brien in 1983. They raised three children. Kelli began her career with SaveMart Supermarkets in the late 1980s. She was well-known to her customers for her smile and service. Kelli had a generous heart and was dedicated to the youth of Chowchilla. She could often be found at various sporting events cheering on the teams. Kelli's true love in life was spending time with her family and especially her grandkids. She was preceded in death by her parents, Homer and Jackie Ralls of Chowchilla, her father-in-law John O'Brien, her brother-in-law Jim O'Brien, both of Waterville, Washington. Kelli is survived by her husband, Bob O'Brien of Chowchilla; three children, Sunni Wheatley and her husband, Bobby of Lemoore, Andrew O'Brien of Chowchilla and Jami Sandlin and her husband Jordan of Chowchilla; and two granddaughters, Sienna and Hailey Sandlin; two sisters, Karen Boyd and Darvin Thomas of Chowchilla, Sandy Christian and husband Robert of Merced; numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, nephews, nieces and friends. A funeral service will be held on Thursday, Sept. 16, at 7 p.m. at Cornerstone Community Church in Chowchilla. In lieu of flowers remembrances may be sent to Hinds Hospice of Merced. |
KENNELLY, Ellen Lee Bayard Died peacefully September 7, 2010, in the Casa Dorinda Medical Center, of complications of old age. She was ninety-six. Ellen Lee was born in Wilmington, Delaware on August 9, 1914, the third of five children of U.S. Senator Thomas Francis Bayard and Elizabeth Bradford duPont. She grew up in Wilmington and Washington, D.C.; and graduated from St. Timothy's School in Maryland and the Massachusetts Institute of Art in Washington. |
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Keli Sarantis Aug. 2, 1968 Sep. 10, 2010 Unexpectedly in San Francisco. Dearly beloved wife of Joe Sarantis; beloved daughter of Mary Ann and the late Robert Cruit; loving sister of Mary Ann Sait; loving niece of Meagan Sait; and her kitty, Lexie. Also survived by other relatives and many wonderful friends. Keli was pure in heart, loved goodness, righteousness and was loved by all who knew her. A Memorial Gathering will be held on Sunday, September 19, 2010 at 2:00 pm at DUGGANS FUNERAL SERVICE, 3434 17th Street, nr Valencia. Interment Private. |
Marine Cpl. Kevin Cueto, 23, died in Afghanistan on June 22, 2010. He grew up in San Jose and Campbell, Calif.. |
Saturday, September 11, 2010 2:00 AM |
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LIVINGSTONE, Theresa Margaret Hendry July 23rd, 1926 - September 1st, 2010 Theresa Margaret Hendry Livingstone died peacefully in her sleep on the evening of September 1st, 2010 after a more than two year battle with lung cancer. She was 84. She was born in the Long Beach Hospital on July 23rd, 1926 to Margaret Hannah Wallace and Robert Scott Johnston Hendry. |
LOWRY, Gerald August 18, 1927 - September 8, 2010 Age 83 |
LaMona M. Dalpiaz LaMona M. Dalpiaz, age 86, passed away September 12, 2010. Mona was the mother of three daughters, Pamela Ann Frank, Denise Lynn Dalpiaz (deceased), and Dana Louise Dalpiaz; and grandmother of Christy Lynn Frank. She is much loved by her nieces, nephews and all of their children, as well as extended family and friends. She was very active in her church and the community. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, September 16 at 10:00 a.m. at St. Maria Goretti Catholic Church, 3954 Palo Verde Ave., Long Beach. Burial service at All Souls Catholic Cemetery, 4400 Cherry Ave., Long Beach, will immediately follow. Also, viewing and rosary will be held Wednesday, September 15, between the hours of 4:00-7:00 p.m. at Luyben Family Dilday-Mottel Mortuary, 5161 Arbor Rd., Long Beach. Luyben Family Dilday-Mottell (562) 425-6401 www.luybenfamilyd-m.com |
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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Friday, September 10, 2010 3:00 AM |
Lauretta Frances Ramirez, 89, of Lodi, died Sept. 7. She was born in El Reno, Okla. |
Lauri, a lifelong resident of the South Bay, passed away in her home in Torrance on September 2, 2010 after a two year battle with cancer. She was born on October 6, 1957 in Torrance, CA to parents Shirley and Wally McDonald. Her early education was in Torrance schools, Howard Wood Elementary, then Hull Middle School. Having moved with her parents to Rolling Hills Estates, she graduated from Rolling Hills High. While living on the peninsula, she pursued her love for horses, not only by riding, but also by training and showing her horses. In her career planning years, she attended and graduated from CSULB, majoring in health science which led her on the path to becoming a physical therapist. Lauri entered the physical therapy program at Children's Hospital and completed the program in 1985. After graduation as a registered physical therapist, she spent 25 rewarding years in the field helping people regain their health. She loved working with her patients, many of whom formed a special bond with her because of her kindness, gentility, and compassion. Later in her short life, after marriage and the birth of her only child, Caitlin, she enjoyed working on her home and in her garden, spending time with family and friends, taking road trips, and going to the gym. A devoted mother, loving daughter, sister, aunt and friend to many, Lauri has touched our hearts in a way that makes the sorrow we feel for losing her immeasurable. She is survived by her daughter, Caitlin Molloy; her mother, Shirley; her sister, Janice Burns; her niece and nephew, Alyssa Duenas and Stevan Duenas; her uncle, Raymond Metz; and her former husband and companion, Terry Molloy. A memorial service will be held at Gamby's Funeral Home in Lomita on Saturday, September 18, 2010 at 11:00 AM. Donations can be made in Lauri's name for leiomyosarcoma research at their website, |
August 15, 1942 - September 10, 2010 |
Leng Jung Kong, Resident of Cupertino, May 15, 1915-Aug. 27, 2010, Passed away peacefully on August 27, 2010 at age 95. She will be deeply missed for her love, indomitable strength, intelligence and profound influence in her family and friends' lives. Leng is preceded in death by her husband, Wong Share Kong, after sixty five years of a fulfilling and fruitful marriage. Together, they built several successful retail businesses, raised a loving, expanded family and valued the many dear friends and clients throughout their amazing life., Leng was the oldest of seven children to Jung Yung Sung and Chan Kwai Gee. She was born in Oakland, CA. In 1935, she married Wong Share and together, they built the family business, a local grocery store, restaurant and farm in El Centro for 30 years. In the 1960's, they settled in Saratoga and opened up the valley's first European and Oriental fine arts store, the Home Boutique, in San Jose for seventeen years. They adopted and raised two fine sons and later, retired in Folsom, CA., Leng was a gifted, talented and astute business woman. She was active in many community and civic groups in El Centro and Saratoga. Leng shared her love of fine art, gemology and Chinese antiquities expertise. She is best known for her winning bridge (highest master rank) and mah jong club play, numerous baking competition awards and cooking demonstration on the Steve Allen TV show in 1969. She shared her love of food with memorable parties in their Saratoga home and family banquets. Leng loved horseback riding, painting and travelling the world with her husband., Leng will be fondly remembered by her family, Drs. Raymond and Noriko Gladys Kong; Wayne Kong and Judy Kaneko; and her beloved granddaughters Mari, Rachel, Emi and Lauren. She leaves behind two brothers, Lup Jung (Delaware) and Daniel Jung (San Francisco), her godson Alan Chau and dearest nieces and nephews., A private family memorial service will be held in San Diego. Remembrances may be made to your favorite charity. |
Leo Gathe Leo Edward Gathe, resident of Long Beach for 65 years, passed away peacefully at home, September 5, 2010 at the age of 89 years. He was born September 19, 1920 in Mitchell, South Dakota to parents, Christian Edward and Myrtle Julia Mann Gathe and was husband for 53 years to Hazel Jeanette Oyan Gathe, who preceded him in death in 1995. He had one brother, Clair Gathe, who also has passed away. Leo was a WWII veteran, and served as a 2nd Lt. in the U.S. Air Force. He married Hazel on July 11, 1942 in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. He moved to Long Beach, California in 1945, where he ran Gathe's Market and managed the Long Beach Boulevard Trailer Court with his brother until 1989. He was an active member of the Long Beach Elks Lodge 888, since 1954, and was Exalted Ruler in 1978. Leo is survived by sons, Leo Edward Gathe, Jr. and his wife, Cindy and Curtis Eugene Gathe and his wife, Paula; four grandchildren, Michelle Gathe Butcher, Shannon Gathe, Christian Gathe and Victoria Gathe Rosado; seven great-grandchildren, Amanda, Ryan, Devin, Bryce, Jacob, Rachael and Madison; and one great-great-grandchild, Kainnen. The family requests that in lieu of flowers, donations be sent to the Bellflower-Long Beach Elks Lodge No. 888 to their Purple Pig Charity for Cerebral Palsy, at 16426 Bellflower Blvd., Bellflower, CA 90706. Funeral services will be held at the Stricklin/Snively Mortuary Chapel, 1952 Long Beach Blvd., in Long Beach at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, September 18, 2010, followed by graveside service and interment at Forest Lawn Memorial Park in Long Beach. Visitation will be at the mortuary on Friday, September 17, 2010, from 4-8:00 p.m. Stricklin Snively Mortuary (562) 426-3365 |
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., |
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, 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. |
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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Lucy Pfund Martell Lover of art, literature and music, inspiring English teacher and curator for public programs at the Fine Arts Museums of San Francisco, died peacefully at home in Los Altos Aug 6. She had lived with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis since 2003 and was 79. Her family and friends remember her razor-sharp mind, keen wit, stalwart loyalty, an infectious laugh and beaming smile, generosity of heart, intellectual curiosity and great spirit. Hearing of her death, former students at Beverly Hills High School, where she taught for 13 years, recalled her as the most influential teacher they ever had. After marrying in 1967, she left teaching for Los Altos in 1970 with her husband, Charles, of 43 years, where she raised her two sons, Duncan (Los Altos) and Blake (Lafayette), then started a second career as a member of the Docent Council of the Fine Arts Museums of San Francisco. She was its chairman for two years. For 14 years at the Fine Arts Museums, she brought her love of blues to the Little Theater at the Legion of Honor. She also staged many symposia on topics including Shamanism and Northwest Coast Indian art as well as classical music concerts. Born Sept. 15, 1930, in San Francisco, she grew up in Burlingame and graduated San Mateo High School. She took a BA in English from UCB in 1952, and was a member of the Alpha Phi sorority and several honor societies. As a teen and younger woman, she backpacked the Sierras, traveled Europe, raced MG cars and learned to fly, once crossing the United States. For 35 years, she relished her trips to Lake Tahoe, where she would cook, cross-country ski, paint and read. She was preceded in passing by her sister, Constance Starbird; her father, Southall Pfund, a partner with Pillsbury, Madison & Sutro; mother, Christine Howells Pfund, a flutist. In addition to her husband, sons, daughters-in-law Jennifer Martell and Melissa Barrick, and grandsons Tolin and Beckett, she is survived by her sister Christina P Dewey of Belvedere. |
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 ..... |
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BANNING MARGARET JOSEPHINE COLLINS 11/16/1918 ~ 9/12/2010 Born in Akron, Ohio. Went home to be with the Lord in good old Irish fashion with singing & prayer, surrounded by her family in Banning, California. She was married for 69 years to her loving husband, Bob Collins, who preceded her in death 4 years ago. She is survived by her 6 children: Carol Collins of Banning, CA, Eileen Verosik of Yucaipa, CA, Kathleen Borynack of Banning, CA, Dennis Collins of Farmington, ME, Colleen Weister of La Pine, OR and Maureen (Moe) Cartner of Bend, OR; 22 Grandchildren; 36 Great grandchildren; 3 Great-great grandchildren; 3 nieces, 3 nephews and their families; as well as half the population of Ohio, including her sister-in-law, Ruth Ede. She was also blessed with some wonderful friends including Esther Ramos, Merle Nazareth and Patsy Hernandez. A memorial service will be held at 11:00 AM on Thursday, September 16, 2010 at Weaver Mortuary Chapel 1177 Beaumont Avenue, Beaumont, CA 92223. Inurnment at San Gorgonio Memorial Park, Banning. To sign the online guestbook or leave condolences, please visit: |
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MILDRED TEMPLE MCDOWELL (HILL) Mildred went to be with her Lord on 9/10/10 at age 90, with her daughter and granddaughter by her side. She was preceded in death by her brother Homer, sisters Betty, Verna Jean and Lois, parents Charles and Sarah Hill, son David, and daughter Sandra. Born in Ionia, Michigan, moved to California with her family in 1924. Mildred was the last of her graduating class of 1938 at Riverside H.S. She leaves behind son Charles of Phelan, daughter Edna of Fontana, 12 grandchildren, 19 great-grandchildren and 5 great-great grandchildren, long time companion Larry Howard. She attended Sunnyslope Community Church in Riverside. She was well known for her beautiful needlework. In lieu of flowers, share a kindness with someone and read Colossians 3:12-17, and Romans 5. Services will be held Monday, 9/20, 11am, at Crestlawn on Arlington, Riverside. |
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Marcelle Ghabbour, Resident of Santa Clara, Passed away peacefully at home on September 11, 2010. Marcelle was born in Cairo, Egypt and moved to California in 1991. She is survived by her children Marianne Farag and Nader Farag, her brothers Mounir and Maher, and her sister Madeleine. She is preceded in death by her husband Azmy and her sister Marie., Rosary, Thursday 9/16/10 at 7 pm (visitation 5-9pm) at Lima Family Santa Clara, 466 N. Winchester Blvd. Funeral Mass, Friday 9/17/10 at 12 pm at St. Justin Church, 2655 Homestead Rd. in Santa Clara. Condolences at |
Margaret Rose Palotta Bove, 90, of Hermosa Beach, died peacefully in her home surrounded by family at 8:00 am on September 14, 2010. Margie, or "Lefty", was born in Silver Lake, NY in 1919 to Gerolimo and Elena Palotta. During the Great Depression she would accompany her grandmother to the surrounding hills to pick berries and other wild fruit. She learned to cook from her mother Elena and later her second mother, Diomira, and it was while working in a pastry shop in Yonkers, that she met Guy Frank Bove, who came in to buy a sandwich and left determined to become her husband. They married and moved to Marion, IN, where Lefty's cheerful New York accent was a hit at the Hi-Way Drive-In Theatre that Guy managed, and her Italian cooking drew many to her tiny kitchen. Throughout their 60 years and more of married life, Lefty and Guy traveled the world together visiting friends and relatives, and after Guy retired, they moved to Hermosa Beach, next to their daughter, Elena Bove. In her later years, Lefty was gradually affected by Alzheimer's disease, which hampered her faculties but not her shining, tenacious spirit, and she never stopped responding to music. Lefty will be remembered for her exceptional talents in the kitchen and on the dance floor, her fierce pride in her family, and a laugh infectious enough to create an epidemic. She is preceded in death by her husband, Guy Bove; her two sisters, Rose and Josephine Palotta; and her two brothers, John and Caesar Palotta. She is survived by her sisters, Mona Murphy (Silver Lake, NY), Naia Penik and Mary Lou Capalbo (Airmont, NY). She is survived by her two children, of whom she was intensely proud: her son, Tom Bove of Provence, France, and her daughter, Elena Bove; as well as her devoted son-in-law, David Lamonica, of Hermosa Beach, CA. She is also survived by her seven grandchildren, Guy Bove (Geneva, Switzerland), John Bove (San Francisco, CA), Thomas Bove (London, UK), Riley Bove (Boston, MA), Daniella Bove-Lamonica (Washington, DC), Sarah Bove (Maputo, Mozambique), and Margaret Bove-Lamonica (Hermosa Beach, CA), as well as by her four great-grandchildren, Clara Jane, Percival and Arthur Bove (London, UK), and Luca Waugh (Boston, MA). If friends wish, gifts in Lefty's memory may be made to the Guy Bove Student Leadership Fund at Loyola Marymount University, Los Angeles, CA 90045. Friends may visit the funeral home on Wednesday from 5:00-9:00pm at White and Day Mortuary, 3215 Sepulveda Blvd, in Manhattan Beach, CA. There will also be a viewing on Friday between 2:00-4:00 and 7:00-9:00 pm at Yannantuono/Burr Davus Sharpe Funeral Homes, 584 Gramatan Avenue, Mt Vernon, NY. There will be a Mass of Christian Burial on Saturday at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church, 10 S 10th Avenue, Mt. Vernon, NY at 10:00 am. Please sign the guest book at |
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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. |
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Margie Pavey, 86, died Sept. 7, 2010, in Sacramento, Calif. |
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Marie Frances "Frankie" McGee, a 56-year resident of the South Bay, passed away on Wednesday, September 8, 2010 at her home in Carson. Born in Pueblo, Colorado, Frankie was 61 when she died. She was preceded in death by her father, David and brother, Raymond McGee. She is survived by her mother, Marie McGee; her siblings, Teresa, Kathleen, Jane, Bobbie Steve, Rita, Clare, David and their spouses; 32 great-nieces and nephews. She is lovingly remembered by her co-workers, students, fellow parishioners, pastors, friends and especially by her godchildren. The memorial service will be held at St. Philomena Catholic Church in Carson on Thursday, September 16, 2010 at 2:00 p.m. The urn will be placed in a cemetery at a later date. Please sign the guestbook at |
Marta Delmy Ayala October 7, 1935 - August 31, 2010 Resident of Antioch Marta D. Ayala, 74, passed away on August 31, 2010 peacefully in her home. She was born in Usulutan, El Salvador, lived in the U.S. for the past 48 years and will be dearly missed. Marta was predeceased by her brother Carlos Armando Vela of Hawaii, and her sister Erlinda Miller of Benicia. She is survived by her five children: Evelyn, Edgar, Alex, Robert Ayala, and Richard Espinoza. Other survivors include her brother-in-law Edward Miller, grandchildren, nephews, nieces and cousins. Family and friends are invited to St. Ignatius Church, 3351 Contra Loma Blvd. Antioch, CA for a memorial mass & reception Friday, September 17, 2010, at 11:00am. The family requests in lieu of flowers that a donation be made in Marta's name to St. Ignatius Church. |
Mary Ellen Doherty Bichard, Long-time resident of Hillsborough, CA, Passed away September 8, 2010. She was 80. Born in Woodland, California on July 9, 1930 to James Vincent and Lella Belle Ball Doherty, Mary Ellen grew up at the Sutter Buttes, and later at The Red Rose Ranch in Arbuckle, California., Mary Ellen attended Our Lady of Lourdes Elementary School in Colusa, Holy Rosary Academy in Woodland, and Dominican College in Marin County, where she earned her degree in Biology and History in 1956. Mary Ellen went on to become a school, before settling down to raise her family at the home that she and her husband, Charles, built in Hillsborough in 1960., Mary Ellen enjoyed many community, outdoor and athletic activities over the years. Once her children were school aged, Mary Ellen began participating in volunteer work and fund raising events for the Coyote Point Museum Auxiliary. Mary Ellen loved gardening, and was a member of the Perennial Gardener's Garden Club for many years. It was her love of oak trees that inspired her to build on the property in Hillsborough that she called home for the last 50 years. She enjoyed the sport and camaraderie of pheasant hunting in the rice fields with her family during the fall, and enjoyed skiing with her family at Lake Tahoe during the winter. Mary Ellen enjoyed many years as a member of the Sharon Heights Golf & Country Club where she worked on perfecting her golf game, and was an enthusiastic tennis player year round until the age of 70. Mary Ellen was also an avid reader and traveler. Later in life, Mary Ellen traveled the world from Asia to Europe and to destinations in between, often with her youngest daughter, Gaby, as her traveling companion., Mary Ellen was preceded in death by her husband, Charles, (d. 1976), a pharmacist, 4th generation San Franciscan and descendant of Captain Nicholas Bichard, who came to California from the English Channel Islands during the Gold Rush era and was a successful San Francisco businessman. She was also preceded in death by her daughter, Damaret (d.1960). Mary Ellen is survived by her children: Cigale (and husband Kerry) of Ponte Vedra, Florida; Midge (and husband John) of Highlands Ranch, Colorado; son Michael of Hillsborough, California; and Gabrielle of Scottsdale, Arizona. She will be missed by her grandchildren: Dominique Bichard of Ponte Vedra, Florida; Morgan and Taylor du Bray of Highlands Ranch, Colorado. Mary Ellen was also preceded in death by her dear brother, Michael V. Doherty of Dunnigan, California who died in 2009. She is survived by her sisters, Maureen (Lady Bug) of Sites; Margaret Abele of Arbuckle (and brother-in-law John Abele); sister-in-law Kirsten Doherty of Dunnigan; 15 nieces and nephews, their spouses and children. Mary Ellen will be remembered for her strong work ethic, love of reading, travel, cooking, entertainment, and her love of tennis. Her children inherited many of her traits and are thankful for her inspiration., The family is grateful for the loving care, compassion and support that Mary Ellen received from the care givers at Senior Assist of the Peninsula. The family would also like to offer a special thank you to Mission Hospice of San Mateo for their outstanding medical support., A reception for friends and family to celebrate Mary Ellen's Irish spirit will be held at the Arbuckle Golf Club, in Arbuckle, California on Sunday, September 26, 2010 from Noon until 4 p.m. (5918 Hillgate Road, Arbuckle, CA 95912)., Condolences may be left at Crosby N. Gray & Co.. The Guest Book can be found at:, Mary Ellen loved to read, and enjoyed her local public library for many years. In lieu of flowers, please make donations in her memory to The Burlingame Library Foundation, 480 Primrose Street, Burlingame, CA 94010. |
Mary Ellen Doherty Bichard a long-time resident of Hillsborough, California, passed away September 8, 2010. She was 80. Born in Woodland, California on July 9, 1930 to James Vincent and Lella Belle Ball Doherty, Mary Ellen grew up at the Sutter Buttes, and later at The Red Rose Ranch in Arbuckle, California. Mary Ellen attended Our Lady of Lourdes Elementary School in Colusa, Holy Rosary Academy in Woodland, and Dominican College in Marin County, where she earned her degree in Biology and History in 1956. Mary Ellen went on to become a school teacher before settling down to raise her family at the home that she and her husband, Charles, built in Hillsborough in 1960. Mary Ellen enjoyed many community, outdoor and athletic activities over the years. Once her children were school aged, Mary Ellen began participating in volunteer work and fund raising events for the Coyote Point Museum Auxiliary. Mary Ellen loved gardening, and was a member of the Perennial Gardener's Garden Club for many years. It was her love of oak trees that inspired her to build on the property in Hillsborough that she called home for the last 50 years. She enjoyed the sport and camaraderie of pheasant hunting in the rice fields with her family during the fall, and enjoyed skiing with her family at Lake Tahoe during the winter. Mary Ellen enjoyed many years as a member of the Sharon Heights Golf & Country Club where she worked on perfecting her golf game, and was an enthusiastic tennis player year round until the age of 70. Mary Ellen was also an avid reader and traveler. Later in life, Mary Ellen traveled the world from Asia to Europe and to destinations in between, often with her youngest daughter, Gaby, as her traveling companion. Mary Ellen was preceded in death by her husband, Charles, (d. 1976), a pharmacist, 4th generation San Franciscan and descendant of Captain Nicholas Bichard, who came to California from the English Channel Islands during the Gold Rush era and was a successful San Francisco businessman. She was also preceded in death by her daughter, Damaret (d.1960). Mary Ellen is survived by her children: Cigale (and husband Kerry) of Ponte Vedra, Florida; Midge (and husband John) of Highlands Ranch, Colorado; son Michael of Hillsborough, California; and Gabrielle of Scottsdale, Arizona. She will be missed by her grandchildren: Dominique Bichard of Ponte Vedra, Florida; Morgan and Taylor du Bray of Highlands Ranch, Colorado. Mary Ellen was also preceded in death by her dear brother, Michael V. Doherty of Dunnigan, California who died in 2009. She is survived by her sisters, Maureen (Lady Bug) of Sites; Margaret Abele of Arbuckle (and brother- in-law John Abele); sister-in-law Kirsten Doherty of Dunnigan; 15 nieces and nephews, their spouses and children. Mary Ellen will be remembered for her strong work ethic, love of reading, travel, cooking, entertainment, and her love of tennis. Her children inherited many of her traits and are thankful for her inspiration. The family is grateful for the loving care, compassion and support that Mary Ellen received from the care givers at Senior Assist of the Peninsula. The family would also like to offer a special thank you to Mission Hospice of San Mateo for their outstanding medical support. A reception for friends and family to celebrate Mary Ellen's Irish spirit will be held at the Arbuckle Golf Club, in Arbuckle, California on Sunday, September 26, 2010 from Noon until 4 p.m. (5918 Hillgate Road, Arbuckle, CA 95912). Condolences may be left at Crosby N. Gray & Co.. The Guest Book can be found at:, Mary Ellen loved to read, and enjoyed her local public library for many years. In lieu of flowers, please make donations in her memory to The Burlingame Library Foundation, 480 Primrose Street, Burlingame, CA 94010. Send Condolences |
December 8, 1926 - September 14, 2010 A long time social, peace, and anti-nuclear activist, a dedicated early childhood educator, and a strong and independent woman with a "can do"/ "can take care of myself" approach to life, Mary Lou Jensen died peacefully in her home surrounded by family on September 14, 2010. Mary Lou was born in Pasadena to Esta Baughman and Frederick Henry Ellrott. She was raised in upstate New York, and spent childhood summers in Arkansas. In 1950, she moved back to California, and within two months, she had met and married Lennard Jensen. With two children, the family lived in Palos Verdes for a number of years. Mary Lou's social activism began when she joined the Pacific Unitarian Church in 1960. She was a very active member, serving over the years with the Board, and with the Religious Education, Social Action, and New Building Committees. After receiving her AA degree from El Camino College in Early Childhood Development in 1962, Mary Lou was the Director of the Portuguese Bend Co-op, and later taught for many years at El Jardine de los Ninos. In 1989, Mary Lou left her close extended family of Unitarian friends and followed her children to Humboldt County, settling in Fortuna. In 1990, she founded the Head Start program in Rio Dell. As the head teacher and Director, she continued to develop its programs and curriculum until she "stopped working" formally in 2001 at the age of 75. Upon moving to Humboldt County, Mary Lou immediately joined the Humboldt Unitarian Universalist Fellowship (HUUF). She was a very active member, serving as Vice President on the Fellowship Board for three years. She was also a long time active participant of the Fellowship's Social Action Committee, serving as its chair for four years. "Your daily life is your example and your religion" was the maxim that Mary Lou believed in and lived by throughout her life. Over the years, she dedicated herself to working on behalf of many social justice and non-violent issues. Her skills as an organizer and team leader led Mary Lou to become a co- founder and editor of "Random Lengths", an alternative newspaper that still covers social issues for the South Bay area in southern California. She was also the campaign manager for the progressive candidate for the 15th Council District seat in Los Angeles. In 1988, Mary Lou traveled to Hiroshima as a member of the peace movement to eliminate nuclear weapons. In Humboldt County, Mary Lou continued her activism through HUUF's Social Action group. She spearheaded for several years the monthly Social Action brunches whose proceeds went to support local shelters, food programs, human rights groups; organized or helped to organize the regularly offered Sunday services dedicated to social action issues; coordinated the annual holiday gifts from Santa for the children at the Rio Dell Head Start program, partnering an HUUF member with a child; oversaw the securing and installation of the area's Peace Pole at the HUUF; helped to coordinate HUUF's annual remembrance of the bombing of Hiroshima. After Mary Lou's work at Head Start had stopped, she continued her meaningful efforts by helping with the food bank at Fortuna Community Services. These and other similar efforts throughout her life were how Mary Lou lived her spirituality, a spirituality that she showed and taught us more by example than by words. Mary Lou was preceded in death by her parents, her brother, Frederick Henry Ellrott II, and by Lennard Jensen, her former husband. She is survived by her daughter, Kimberly Songer, and son, Craig (Betty) Jensen; grandchildren, Jayme (Heather), David (Rachel), Andrew (Leslie), and Amanda Gonzales; Zachary Kelly, Kacie (Nathan) Blacketer, and Eric (Christina) Jensen stationed with the 2nd Infantry in South Korea; greatgrandchildren, Shane Jensen, Max, Jack, Allie, Makayla, and Noah Gonzales, and Bryan Jensen; nephews Frederick Henry III and Mark Ellrott; and greatnephews and greatniece Frederick Henry IV, Thomas, and Kaitlyn Ellrott. Mary Lou also leaves behind many dear and loving friends. Mary Lou was a strong family oriented person, and had a great love for the outdoors and camping. There were many memorable and happy family camping trips in southern California. Since moving here, the annual Grizzly Creek campout in August became a major family tradition that Mary Lou looked forward to every year. Mary Lou was an avid traveler, traveling extensively throughout the United States and many countries throughout the world, always seeking new adventures. Please join Mary Lou's family to celebrate her life at the Humboldt Unitarian Universalist Fellowship (Fellowship way off Jacoby Creek Road) in Bayside, CA on September 24, 2010 at 1 PM. A potluck reception will follow. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Northcoast Children's Services/Rio Dell Head Start. Please sign the guest book at |
Mary Lavina Lazenby 1930 - 2010 Mary Lavina Lazenby was born July 28, 1930 in the Governor's Mansion at Prescott, AZ. She departed this world September 13, 2010 surrounded by family and friends in Bakersfield, CA. As a member of the First Pentecostal Church since 1965, Mary and Wayne opened Bethel Kiddie Korral (BKK) with a start-up budget of $100. Mary was the director of BKK for over 10 years and built a thriving daycare that continues to operate today. She and her husband, Wayne, served as the church accounting team for 25 years. Mary was an avid learner with an artistic bent, which she displayed in her oil paintings, handmade china dolls, ceramics, scrap books and her Farmville farm. She loved life, loved God, loved traveling and most of all loved Wayne and her kids and grandkids! Mary will be sorely missed by her husband of 60 years, Joel Wayne Lazenby; by her children and their spouses, Sharon Gunther, Mel Lazenby and David Lazenby; and by her 4 grandchildren, 9 great grandchildren; and a host of family and friends. Visitation will be at 11:00 a.m. followed with a service at 1:00 p.m., at the First Pentecostal Church, 1418 W. Columbus St. on Thursday, Sept. 16th. |
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Tomi Mayeda Jul. 25, 1918 - Sept. 6, 2010 Former Resident of San Pablo Passed away peacefully at the age of 92 after a ..... |
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Melia Diffenbaugh 1923 - 2010 Melia Diffenbaugh, was an icon of strength and love. She was born in Massillon, Ohio in 1923 and was one of eleven siblings. She moved to Bakersfield in 1945 and was married to Blase Diffenbaugh for fifty-two years. She lived faith through her actions as she was a member of St. Joseph's Catholic Church since 1945. She was a great steward of her resources and supported a variety of charities. She was the next door mother and doting grandmother, willing to be an advocate for those who were in need. She was generous with her time for both people and animals, alike. She was known for taking in strays. She was like a mother to all of her siblings. Millie was proud of her Lebanese heritage and has shared traditions with her four sons and their children. She was the "glue" for her family, always helping them to reconnect with one another. Millie treasured the past, while embracing the future. She enjoyed reading classical literature and loved to revisit history. She was a lifelong learner, keeping up with current events and technology. She kept a rigorous social life through the many organizations that she belonged to including St. Lawrence Mother's Club, Longfellow, Washington and BHS P.T.A. clubs, Cub Scout Den Mother, St. Joseph's Altar Society, Catholic Daughters of the Americas, St. Margaret Mary's #82, Young Ladies' Institute, Legion of Mary and St. Joseph's Prayer Blanket Ministry. She graduated from Alliance Ohio High School Cum Laude, Class of '42. She worked for the Draft board during, , retired from the Kern County Health Department and was the "world's longest serving" Avon Lady. However, her highest calling was being a mother and friend to anyone who needed her. Melia Diffenbaugh is preceded in death by her parents, Tom and Anna Bryan; brother, Charles and sisters, Barbara and Shirley Joan. She is survived by 7 siblings: Betty Wright, Esther Ridlon, Lucille Capps, Joseph Bryan, Pepper Golesh, Patricia Ferrand and Judith Scarvie; sons: Carl and Vicky, Phil and Susan, Tony and Juliana, and Andy and Marita; grandchildren: Aimee, Simon, Aaron, Klara, Sarah, Kyle, Kaitlyn, Nick and Nathan; and great-grandson: Kane. Graveside services have been held. |
HAPPY BIRTHDAY "MICK" 9/15/64 ~ 2/2/10 Michael Per Shadduck We all think of you daily and truly miss your humor and wit. We Love you, Family and Friends |
Mildred, 86, a loving wife, mother, sister, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully in her Benicia home surrounded by her family on Monday, Sept. 13, 2010., Mildred was born to Floyd and Willa Boyd in Maramec, Okla., on July 21, 1924., Her family moved from Oklahoma to Filer, Idaho, in 1928 and eventually moved to Martinez, Calif., in 1942., She met her husband of 66 years, Thomas Donohue, in January 1944 and they married just three months later on April 24, 1944. Mildred loved her family and family gatherings, but she especially loved the trips to Maui with Thomas. She loved the sound of the ocean and the sunsets while sitting on their Lanai., She was preceded in death by her parents; her sister, Doris Ricabono; and her daughter, Theresa Gardner. She is survived by her husband, Thomas; son, Donald (Linda); daughter, Pamela (Terry); brother, Bud (Ellen); sister, Betty; grandchildren, Scot, Shannon, Thomas Sarah, Kristine and Caitlin; and her great-grandchildren, Karlee, Alyssa, Samantha, Logan and Kolton., A Catholic prayer service will be held at 10 a.m. Friday at St. Dominic's Catholic Church, Benicia, with burial following at St. Dominic's Catholic Cemetery, also in Benicia. Visitation will be at, Passalacqua Funeral Chapel after 3 p.m. Thursday., Memorial contributions are preferred in Mildred's name to the Susan G. Komen for the Cure of Breast Cancer in memory of her daughter, Theresa., Arrangements by Passalacqua Funeral Chapel, Benicia, 745-3130. |
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Muriel Roby, 89, formerly of Lodi, died Sept. 7. She was born Sept. 20, 1920 in Charleston, Ark. |
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Nadine Germaine Zeller died Sept. 13, 2010, in Napa. She was 72. Nadine was born in Napa to Peter and Germaine Nuccion on March 23, 1938. She attended local schools and graduated from Napa High in 195 |
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Nancy Marie Greggins passed away peacefully on Sept. 5, 2010 in Southern California. |
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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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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 Lowe, 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 |
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 |
Norman Jack Brown Jr. Resident of Livermore Norman Jack Brown Jr., born June 22, 1931 in Red Bluff, CA. He died of a stroke September 3, 2010, at the Veterans Hospital, Livermore, CA. He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Virginia Jurgens Brown; children, Kevin Brown (Lorri Wilson) of Livermore; Linda Trudeau (Scott Trudeau) of Livermore; Susan Brown of Livermore, Carol Brown of Columbia, Missouri; and Diane Brown of Los Angeles. His son, Stephen, predeceased him in 1977. He is also survived by 9 grandchildren, 1 great-grandchild, 2 sisters and a brother. In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate donations to: Pippin Pocket Opera 469 Bryant Street, San Francisco CA 94107 or the Society of St. Sulpice, Provincial House 5408 Roland Avenue Baltimore, MD 21210-1988. A Memorial Mass will be held Friday September 17th, 10am at St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church, 1315 Lomitas Ave, luncheon and reception to follow. Callaghan Mortuary 925 447-2942 |
Obituaries for Wednesday, Sept. 15 Wednesday, September 15, 2010 12:42 AM |
BENAVIDES -- Betty Benavides, 57, of Selma died Sunday. She was a homemaker. Visitation: 3 to 5 p.m. Thursday, Thomas-Robinson Funeral Home. Rosary: 7 p.m. Thursday, St. Joseph's Catholic Church. Services: 10 a.m. Friday at the church. |
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. |
Obituaries: Sept. 14, 2010: Beuneman, Valdez Wednesday, September 15, 2010 8:22 PM |
Jan Christiaan Beuneman Services will be private for Jan Christiaan Beuneman, who died April 15 in Santa Cruz. |
Obituaries: Sept. 15, 2010: Costa Wednesday, September 15, 2010 2:11 AM |
Tina Costa Private services will be held for Tina Louise Costa, who died Sept. 3. She was 51. Ms. Costa enjoyed reading, crocheting and spending time with friends and family. |
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. |
Olive M. Iverson, a long time resident of Sandy Hook, died September 12, 2010 at her home. She was the wife of the late Arthur H. Iverson. Mrs. Iverson was born in East Boston, Mass., daughter of the late Edward and Gunvor (Sorensen) Johnsen. She retired from Newmont Mining Company, previously of Danbury, after many years as an executive secretary. She leaves several nieces and nephews. Per Mrs. Iverson's wishes, there will be no funeral services. Arrangements by Carpino Funeral Home, Southbury. Memorial contributions may be made to the Newtown Volunteer Ambulance Association, PO Box 344, Newtown, CT 06470. |
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. |
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George was born in Lodi to Tomotsu and Mitsugi Ouye, formerly of Japan. After graduating from Lodi High School, he, along with his entire family, ..... |
Patricia "Pat" Hagberg passed away unexpectedly on August 22, 2010 in Pleasanton, California. Born in Upland, California on October 29, 1940, Pat attended Upland elementary and junior high schools, graduating in the first graduating class at Upland High School in 1958. She joined the Navy Waves upon graduation and shortly thereafter married the love of her life, Edward Hagberg. Pat is survived by her husband Ed; daughters Robin (Phil) and Teri Kolon (Vas); son Eddie Hagberg; sister Helen Edmon (Hal); grandchildren Joseph and Nicholas Martin and Dylan and Haley Kolon. She is preceded in death by her parents, Rollin and Mary Lemon. Services were held in Pleasanton on August 31, 2010. |
Paul Houston Williams, 86, of Manteca, CA passed away in the early morning of Sunday, September 12, 2010 in Chowchilla, CA. He owned and operated "Williams Chevron Service" in Chowchilla & Manteca for 35 yrs before retiring in 1986. After retirement he enjoyed fishing with his good friend Don, and spending time in his garden. Paul's love for the Lord and family gave him much pleasure. He was a former Deacon at the "First Christian Church" in Manteca and enjoyed dedicating time to church events and special improvement projects of the buildings and grounds. He is a Veteran of the US Army, rank of Transportation Sergeant during the Korean War. Paul is survived by his second wife Shirley Williams of 17 yrs, a son Roderick Williams and wife Beverly, a daughter Veloyce Robertson and husband Richard; Grandchildren Richard Robertson Jr, Karen Pickering, Christopher Williams, 5 Great Grandchildren with one soon to arrive. Step-Daughter Diane Smith, Step-Sons Howard, Dale, Leonard, Robert, and Gene Matts, with numerous Grandchildren, Great Grandchildren. Paul is preceded in death by his wife Mary Lucille Williams of 43 yrs, parents John and Alpha Williams; brothers, Elmer and Vernon Williams; sisters, May Whitman, Mary Keeler, Ruby Ream, Lorene Williams, and step-daughter Arlene Matts. Donations in lieu of flowers may be made to Chowchilla Health Care District, c/o Susana, 1104 Ventura Ave, Chowchilla, CA 93610. The family extends SPECIAL THANKS to Dr. Nimicos and ALL the staff for the care and kindness given to our father and family during the many months he resided at the facility. Graveside services handled by P.L. Fry and Son will be held at East Union "Pioneer" Cemetery in Manteca, CA on Wednesday, September 15, 2010 at 11:00am. |
PAUL KIRST Age 82, died September 9, 2010, with his family by his side in Menifee, California. Mr. Kirst was born October 10, 1927, in Los Angeles, California. He graduated from Chaffey College in Ontario, California, and continued his education at the University of California at Riverside. He worked for the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) for 41 years, and retired in December 1988 as Deputy District Director-Administration in District 8, San Bernardino. Paul enjoyed reading, listening to the old standards, playing cards, traveling, cruising the high seas and happy hour with his favorite glass filled with gin, along with socializing with good friends. His love for spending time with family and friends was only exceeded by his love for Mary, his wife of 15 1/2 years. He will be missed greatly by his family and everyone who knew him. He is survived by his loving wife, Mary; his son and daughter-in-law, Allen and Jane Kirst; Grandchildren, Chad and wife, Rose Kirst, Kristen and husband, Jason Terwilliger, and Jason Kirst. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Georgeann and son, Edward Gregory. A Service celebrating Paul Kirst's life will be held at The Oasis Community in Menifee, California. The family asks that in lieu of flowers that a contribution be made to your favorite charity in Paul's name. |
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Petey R. Pehrson Aug. 10, 1940 ~ Sept. 8, 2010 Resident of Livermore Petey went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, September ..... |
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, 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 |
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Patricia Eileen Romagnolo, known to her loved ones as Nani, died early Monday morning at Barton Memorial Hospital in South Lake Tahoe, Calilf. She was 79 and lived with her family in South Lake Tahoe |
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MENIFEE PAUL KIRST Paul Kirst, 82, died September 9, 2010, with his family by his side in Menifee, California. Mr. Kirst was born October 10, 1927, in Los Angeles, California. He graduated from Chaffey College in Ontario, California and continued his education at the University of California at Riverside. He worked for the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) for 41 years and retired in December 1988 as Deputy District Director-Administration in District 8, San Bernardino. Paul enjoyed reading, listening to the old standards, playing cards, traveling, cruising the high seas and happy hour with his favorite glass filled with gin, along with socializing with good friends. His love for spending time with family and friends was only exceeded by his love for Mary, his wife of 15½ years. He will be missed greatly by his family and everyone who knew him. He is survived by his loving wife Mary, his son and daughter-in-law, Allen and Jane Kirst, grandchildren, Chad and wife Rose Kirst, Kristen and husband Jason Terwilliger and Jason Kirst. He was preceded in death by his first wife Georgeann and son Edward Gregory. A service celebrating Paul Kirst\'s life will be held at The Oasis Community in Menifee, California. The family asks that in lieu of flowers that a contribution be made to your favorite charity in Paul\'s name. EVANS BROWN MORTUARY ^(951) 679-1114 On-Line Condolences |
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, 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. |
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Peggy Margaret Bell Harris The family of Peggy Margaret Bell Harris is saddened to announce her passing. A beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, aunt, and friend, she died on September 11, 2010 after a valiant struggle with dementia. Born on October 14, 1922 in Stamford, Texas, she was married to her late husband, George for 41 years. Long-time residents of Long Beach, they raised four sons, Stephen, Jeffrey, Michael, and Paul. She is also survived by four daughters-in-law, 11 grandchildren, and 8 great-grandchildren. Always active, she was involved in many service organizations, retired as a department supervisor at Rancho Los Amigos, and traveled the globe. She will be greatly missed by those who knew and loved her. Funeral Services and a celebration of her life will be held on September 19 at Luyben Family Dilday-Mottell Mortuary, 5161 E. Arbor Road, Long Beach at 11:00 am. She will be interred at Forest Lawn (Rose of Sharon Mausoleum) in Long Beach. Luyben Family Dilday-Mottell (562) 425-6401 www.luybenfamilyd-m.com |
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Peter John Brown 77, of Florence, Oregon passed away September 10, 2010. Memorial Services will be held Saturday, 18, 2010 at 2:00 pm at Enterprise Lodge #70, 501 2nd St. Yuba City, CA. Private inurnment under the direction of Ullrey Memorial Chapel. |
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. |
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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., |
Phillip Andrew Jeres, 51, had a massive brain hemorrhage and passed away on September 7, 2010 in Palm Springs, Calif. Phillip was born to Larry R. Jeres and Josie Jeres on August 4, 1959 in Brawley, Calif., and was a longtime resident of the Coachella Valley. He most recently worked as a cook at the Morongo Canyon Lanes. Phillip was a graduate from Coachella Valley High School in 1977, and received his Culinary Arts certificate from College of the Desert. Phillip is survived by his mother, Josie Jeres; sisters, Linda McPeters (Doug) of Fontana, and Mary Jo Garcia (Enrique) of Indio; brothers, Larry (Rosie) and Perry (Debi) of Indio; and the Jewel of his life, his daughter Jami Santana Jeres, plus several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and many friends. He was loved by his family and friends, and will be dearly missed. Phillip was preceded in death by his father, Larry Jeres; his Grandparents, Melchor and Mary Abubo. A Celebration of his Life will be held on Thursday, September 16, 2010 at 1:00 PM at 44919 Golf Center Parkway, Indio, CA. |
Phyllis Rebuschatis (Phyllis Jane Ackerman) passed away in her home this past week. Phyllis was a feisty and fun sister, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, who knew her mind and what she wanted up until the very end of her life. She was born in 1922 in Topeka, KS to James and Margaret Ackerman. She married her beloved husband, Robert John Rebuschatis, on June 26, 1943. She met Robert at an armed services dance at the Savoy Hotel that she was hosting with her girlfriends. Robert Rebuschatis went on to become a revered Navy Commander, and due to this job and his later work as a flight inspector with the Federal Aviation Agency (FAA), Robert and Phyllis lived in several locations, including Coronado, CA; Fairfax, VA; and Alameda, CA. They lived out their retirement splitting their time between South Lake Tahoe, CA and Palm Desert, CA. Phyllis was involved in several groups and committees, most notably working with the California branch of the Republican National Committee with Ronald Regan. Phyllis and Robert had one child, Robert John Rebuschatis Jr., in 1946. Phyllis was very proud of her son's many achievements, and was an active member of the local chapter of the Sigma Chi Mothers' Club when he attended UC Berkeley as a member of that fraternity. Phyllis also loved attending her son's baseball games when he played on the UC Berkeley baseball team. Phyllis and Robert moved to Santa Rosa, CA in 1999 to be closer to their son. Robert Senior passed away in 2003. Phyllis is survived by her son Robert John Rebuschatis Jr. and his wife Denise, her sister Betty Fletcher, her grandchildren Abbey (Rebuschatis) Wagner, Molly Rebuschatis, and Max Rebuschatis, and her great-grandchildren Jessica, Luke, and Brady Wagner. Phyllis, with her vibrant personality and love of family and friends, will be greatly missed. |
Poet and publisher George Hitchcock lived a long life of committed artistic independence Wednesday, September 1, 2010 2:15 AM |
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 ..... |
R. Stetson Miller May 27, 1920 - September 12, 2010 Stetson was born on May 27, 1920, in Adrian, Michigan. He was the only child of Ralph and Emily Stetson Miller. When Stet was five years old, his family moved to Los Angeles, CA so that his father could establish his private medical practice in downtown LA. Dad attended Eagle Rock High School. While there, he enjoyed playing the drums with local bands, establishing close friendships and family ties that he maintained and cherished throughout his entire life, exploring the hills and city of Los Angeles and spending time with his family and friends on Balboa Island. He also enjoyed summer trips to Michigan working on family farms, strengthening his love of agriculture. Upon graduation Dad attended UC Davis and majored in dairy agriculture. When, broke out he proudly served in the, . After being discharged Dad returned to Los Angeles where he met the most wonderful Nita Chase and they were married on June 2, 1949. Shortly thereafter, Dad convinced Mom to move to Bakersfield where he soon started his own agency for Farmer Insurance which he ran for over 35 years. Prior to that, Dad was employed by a local dairy. Stet loved life. He was a terrific husband, father, grandfather, son and friend. He was generous with his time and was always willing to help. Dad was founder and active member of All Saints Anglican Church. He had a deep love for his church and the tremendous All Saints family. Stet was also a member of the Libertas-Security Masonic Lodge, and the Stetson Kindred. Additionally, Dad loved to travel around the country and throughout Europe and did so extensively. He particularly enjoyed RV trips with family and friends, in addition to spending time with family and friends, Dad loved home projects, Angels baseball and of course, wearing Stetson hats. Stet was preceded in death by his wife, Nita and parents, Dr. Ralph and Emily Miller. He is survived by daughters, Debbie Miller and Lori Hrovat, and blessed with granddaughter, Nicole Hrovat. The Miller family would like to thank Hoffmann Hospice (especially Ann, Kathy, Juanita, Desiree) for the wonderful care and the friends and staff at Carriage House Estates, especially Martha and Jack Griffith. Special thanks to great family friend, Pam Frasch. Memorial service will be held on Friday, September 17, 2010, at 1:00 p.m. at All Saints Anglican Church, 3200 Gosford Rd. No visitation is scheduled. Stet is at peace with our Lord. The family requests in lieu of flowers that donations be made to Hoffmann Hospice. Greenlawn Southwest Mortuary |
ROGERS, Vernon Neal: 90; of Santa Barbara; died Sept. 10; rosary 7:30 p.m. Thursday, and funeral Mass 10 a.m. Friday at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church; interment to follow at Calvary Cemetery; arrangements by Pueblo Del Rey Funeral Services. |
24, of Ontario, CA passed away on September 12, 2010 at San Antonio Hospital in Upland, CA. He was born on March 5, 1986 in Fontana, CA and lived in Ontario, CA for 24-1/2 years. He worked as a Planner/ Aerospace for 7 years. He enjoyed playing poker, golf, basketball and watching the Cowboys. Ryan is survived by his parents, Brett and Jaymi Houghton; sisters Amber, Karissa and Kylie, grand- parents Sue Houghton, Maurice and Merrilly Houghton, and Andrew Rott. He was preceded in death by his grandmother Muriel Rott. Visitation will be from 5PM-8PM on September 16, at Ontario Nazarene Church, 1311 W. 5th St., Ontario, CA 91762. Services will be held at 10AM on September 17, at Ontario Nazarene Church. Burial will follow at Bellevue Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to The Kidney Foundation or the Nazarene Church of Ontario. Ryan will be greatly missed by grandparents, aunts, uncles, cousins, friends, co-workers and his dog "Buddy". |
Raghbir Singh Hayre 69 of Yuba City passed away September 10, 2010. Funeral Services will be held at the Ullrey Memorial Chapel at 817 Almond St., Yuba City, CA on Sunday, September 19, 2010 at 11:00 AM followed by Cremation at Ullrey Memorial Chapel Crematory. |
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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 ..... |
Ramona R. Guerrero June 22, 1949 - September 9, 2010 Beloved Sister, Mother, Grandmother, and Friend. We will miss you. Rest in peace. Chapel service will be held on Friday, Sept. 17, 2010, at 2:00 p.m. at Greenlawn Southwest Memorial Chapel, 2739 Panama Ln. Visitation will be held on Thursday, Sept. 16, 2010, from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. Greenlawn Southwest Mortuary |
Raul "Dee Dee" Hiracheta 1961 - 2010 Father, Grandfather, Son, Brother, & Uncle Visitation for Raul "Dee Dee" Hiracheta will be held at Basham Funeral Care (3312 Niles St.) on Thursday, September 16, 2010 from 5-9 p.m. Graveside will be held at Wasco Cemetery on Friday, September 17, at 10:00 a.m. Raul "Dee Dee" was born on September 10, 1961 to Antonio and Audelia Hiracheta in Bakersfield, CA. Raul went to be with our Lord on September 6, 2010 in Wasco, CA. Raul is preceded in death by his father, Antonio C. Hiracheta, and his brother, Johnny Hiracheta. He is survived by his mother, Audelia Hiracheta; his nine children; Nicole, Rosemary, Joshua, Dennis, Denise, James, Bobby, Daniel, and Jesse Hiracheta; brothers and sisters, Tony, Jose Luis, Arthur, Robert, Yolanda, Irma Macias, Petra, and Peter. He was a grandfather of six - soon to be seven; and had numerous nieces and nephews. Raul grew up in Wasco, CA. He and his family moved to Taft, CA in 1989. He worked for over 15 years in the oil fields and was well known as "shoulders" for all who knew him out there. He was always a hard working man. Raul was highly spirited and no matter what the circumstances were he always had a smile on his face. He loved his mother and his children dearly. Although he was big and strong he had a heart of gold. He was very kind and respectful, but very playful with everyone especially his children, nieces, and nephews. We will all miss seeing him, talking with him, and laughing with him. He will forever be with us in spirit and in our hearts. For additional service information, contact Basham Funeral Care at 873-8200. Basham Funeral Care |
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Surrounded by his loving family, Raymond George Meade passed peacefully on Wednesday, Sept. 1, in Concord, Calif. He was born in San Francisco, the son of George Siemsen, and raised by loving and devo |
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Thomas E. Reichmuth passed away on Sunday, September 5, 2010, following a courageous battle with cancer and surrounded by his loved ones. Tom was ..... |
Hailing from the Philippines, he was a minister at the biggest Protestant church in Bagiuo City for more than 20 years. He came to the United States in 1961 with his family to be the pastor for St. Philips Presbyterian Church in Salinas, Calif., for 10 years., He is survived by his children, Mary Ann Floresca, Marilyn Ilumin, Myrna Jean Zarza and Joel Zarza and his adopted children Charlie Zarza, Flordeliza Z. Ortega and Artemio Zarza., Visitation will be held on Thursday, Sept. 16, 2010, from 1 to 5 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. at Struve and Laporte Chapel, 41 W. San Luis St., Salinas, Calif., 93901. Funeral Service will be held on Friday, Sept, 17, at 1 p.m. at Northminster Presbyterian Church, 315 E. Alvin Dr., Salinas, Calif., 93906. Burial will follow at 2:30 p.m. at the Garden of Memories Cemetery, 850 Abbott St., Salinas, Calif., 93901. Arrangements by the Struve and Laporte Chapel. Online condolences can be made at www.struveandlaporte.com., , Share your loved one's story with a Legacy.com Memorial Website. |
Richard Leroy Gollob Richard Leroy Gollob, age 72, passed away peacefully at his home in Concord on Friday, September 10, 2010. Richard was born January 28, 1938, in San Francisco, CA, one of five children of Joseph and Lily Gollob. He has resided in Concord the past 43 years. Richard served his country in the, and the US Navy. He retired from Pacific Bell after 44 years of service, and was a member of the Concord Elk's Lodge and the Concord Moose Lodge. A devoted family man, he enjoyed family picnics, playing horseshoes, Casini Ranch Camping, fishing, and "Carpool Poker Games". Richard will be deeply missed by his loving children, William L. Gollob (Julie) of Oakley, Cheryl A. Wolf of Pittsburg, and Michele M. Jorgensen (Joe) of Oakley; beloved brother Joseph Gollob of Sunnyvale; beloved sister Katherine Ferrey of Union city; seven cherished grandchildren, Sheena, Amanda, Matthew, Richard, Megan, Tyler, and Nicole; and one adored great grandson, Vincent. He was predeceased by his loving wife of 38 years, Patricia Ann Gollob in 2000 and two sisters, Lucille Mohr and Marjorie Brennan. A Memorial Celebration of Richard's life will be at 4:00 p.m. Friday, Sept. 17, 2010 at Ouimet Bros. Concord Funeral Chapel, 4125 Clayton Rd., Concord. Inurnment is private. Ouimet Bros Chapel (925) 682-4242 |
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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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Bob, 92, passed away at his home on Wednesday, Sept. 8, 2010, surrounded by his loving family and caregivers. He was born in Denning, Ark., on, Aug. 28, 1918 to William T and Mattie Lindsey Zachary, the third of seven children. His mother passed away when he was 11 years old, and his father later married Eunice Kimbro., He grew up on farms in Arkansas and Oklahoma, but spent most of his adult life in California, 61 years of it in Vallejo., He married Ila D McCoy on Jan. 14, 1939, and they were married for more than 70 years before Ila passed away last year. Together, they raised three daughters, Doris Gail, Patricia, and Roberta., Besides his parents and his wife Ila, he was preceded in death by his daughter, Patricia; his brothers, William O, and James; and his sisters, Georgia and Elonda., He is survived by his daughter and son-in-law, Doris Gail and Roger Waterman; daughter and son-in-law, Roberta and Brent Johnson; and son-in-law Joseph Posedel; grandchildren, Lori and Mike, Skotarzak; Tracy and Del Royer; Chris Waterman; Bob and Margarita Posedel; Lynne Posedel; Greg Waterman; and Joel Johnson and fiance Melissa Keogh; great-grandchildren, Nicole and Garrett; Mike, Amy, Bobby, Gary, Johnny, Lindsey, Amanda, and David; great-great grandchildren, Sonny, Emery and Norah; sisters, Mary Lee and Hazel; brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law Joanne and Bill, Gerald, Mary, Frances, and Naomi, as well as many nieces, nephews and cousins., Bob worked in law enforcement while living in southern California, as a police officer for the city of Upland, and as a deputy sheriff for San Bernardino County. In 1949, he moved his family to Vallejo and joined Painter's Local No. 376 here. He painted for many years, then became business agent for the Local, serving in that capacity for 13 years., Bob played guitar and enjoyed country music. He was an avid fisherman and hunter, and enjoyed vegetable gardening, as his father did. He and Ila spent many hours in their garden and always grew more than enough to share with family and friends. Together they traveled across the country twice, and also returned to their native Arkansas many times., They enjoyed camping, fishing and RVing at Lake Berryessa, Clear Lake and Pismo Beach. Bob had a long, full life and leaves all his family and friends with many happy memories., Bob's family extends deep gratitude to Kim and Diana of Sutter VNA and Hospice; Joey of Abba, our wonderful caregivers Mila, Cele, Lito, Carol and Myrna; Martin, Wilma, Carol and the entire staff at Merrill Gardens North Bay. You all helped in making this difficult time so much easier by being there for us! Bob enjoyed his many friends who came to see him during his illness, with a special thanks to Eddie Martinez and Ricardo Montalvan. Thank you all!, Donations preferred in Bob's name to Sutter VNA and Hospice, 4071 Port Chicago Highway, Suite 120, Concord, CA 94520; or OAS c/o the American Cancer Society , 744 Empire St., Suite 206, Fairfield, 94533; or Global Center for Success, 1055 Azuar Drive, Vallejo, 94592., Burial will be at the Sacramento Valley National Cemetery, Dixon. A celebration of life will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 18, at Merrill Gardens North Bay, 2261 Tuolumne St., Vallejo, second floor, pavilion and patio area. |
Robert Scott Hamilton, Resident of Long Beach, CA, Scott Hamilton grew up in San Jose, graduating from Pioneer High School. He then entered UC-Berkeley, eventually receiving a doctorate in English. While doing post-doctoral work on a Mellon Fellowship at the California Institute of Technology he authored the book Ezra Pound and the Symbolist Inheritance, which is still used today by English Departments in Graduate Schools. After teaching at several colleges and universities in the Los Angeles area as an adjunct Assistant Professor, Scott joined the IEEE Society Computer Magazine in Los Alamitos, California, where he became the Senior Articles Acquisition Editor., Scott is survived by son Philip at Warren Wilson College in North Carolina and daughter Kate at Macalester College in Minnesota; his parents Robert and Dorothy Hamilton in San Jose; a brother Steven in New Jersey; and a sister Deborah in Alamo., Private services will be held in Cayucos, California in December. |
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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. |
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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 ..... |
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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 |
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Ronald Harold Hendrickson passed away at home with his wife at his side. |
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 |
ose Merle Grisamore February 5, 1925 - September 6, 2010 Age 85 was a long-time resident of Redlands. Rose is survived by her loving husband of 60 years, Ralph; sons, Walt, Jeff and Mark, daughter, Cora and 7 grandchildren. Rose was an Interior Designer for Nelson Hales Furniture Store for 35 years and The Grisamore Family owned and operated the Pizza Chalet on State Street in Redlands for 17 years. She enjoyed fishing in the streams of Wyoming and cooking for large groups. Rose was loved by many & will be dearly missed by all. |
Rosemary Orsini Link passed away on September 12, 2010 in Flagstaff, AZ. She was born in 1937 in Pittsburgh, PA, the eldest child of Joseph and Frances Orsini, both deceased. She is survived by her husband of fifty years, Ralph Link; and their four children, Kevin, Richard, Gary, Patricia; and six grandchildren. She is also survived by her brother, Rev. James Orsini of Maui, Hawaii; and sister, Patricia Orsini of Palm Desert, CA. She was a graduate of Mount St. Mary's College and was a special education teacher in the Palos Verdes School District in California. Rosemary was an extraordinary person who is loved by all who knew her. Her funeral services will be held on Saturday, September 18, 2010 at Nativity Church in Flagstaff. Viewing will begin at 9:00 a.m.; the Mass of Resurrection will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. Burial to follow at Calvary Cemetery. |
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Roxanne Hatch, 48, formerly of Lodi, died July 29. She was born Sept. 18, 1961 in Lodi. |
Ruby Lee Shields was born July 26, 1950 in Vicksburg, Miss., to the union of Nancy and William Shields. In 1952, she, along with her family, moved to Vallejo, Calif., She accepted Jesus Christ as her personal Savior at an early age and joined with the Union Baptist Church. In December 1988, she re-dedicated her life to the Lord and became a faithful member of the Old Path COGIC until she departed this life., Ruby was a Certified Nurse Assistant and worked for more than 20 years in that profession., She was preceded in death by her parents; her sister, Annie Shields; and brothers, William Shields-Davis, Walter Robert Gadson, John Thomas Shields and Rev. Isaac Anderson Jr.., She leaves to mourn, one son, Lloyd Franklin Jr. of Vallejo; one sister, Odessa Pinnock of Fairfield; three brothers, George (Loretta) McClain of Vallejo, Gloster McClain of Vallejo and Pastor Vincent (Yvonne) Gadson of Vacaville; seven grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends., A visitation will be held from 3 to 8 p.m. with a quiet hour beginning at 7 p.m., Thursday, Sept. 16, at Wiggins-Knipp Funeral Home, 524 Capitol St., Vallejo. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m., Friday, Sept. 17, 2010, at Old Path Church of God in Christ, 500 Arkansas St., Vallejo. Burial to follow at Skyview Memorial Lawn, Vallejo., Arrangements by Wiggins-Knipp Funeral Home, Vallejo. |
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 |
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Clarice Ryan A resident of San Lorenzo Clarice Ryan entered peacefully into rest, surrounded by her family, at her San Lorenzo home on September ..... |
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Ilse Sanders Resident of Oakland Ilse Sanders September 13, 2010 at 89 years of age. A native of Germany moving to Northern California approximately ..... |
90, of Kennesaw, GA., passed away Friday, September 10, 2010. A resident of Kennesaw for over 40 years, Mrs. Gisriel served our country as an Army nurse during WWII. She was a registered at Pomona Valley Hospital. Sally is survived by son William Gisriel of Milton, GA., daughter Roberta Buck of Kennesaw, GA., Mary Beth White of Dallas, GA., sisters Ruby Mitchell of Alabama, Fieda Wilson of Alabama, Betty Jean Hill of Texas, eight grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Funeral Services were held on Sunday, September 12, 2010 at Winkenhofer Pine Ridge in Kennesaw, GA. |
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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, |
STAPLETON, Charles Richard Charles Richard Stapleton, 87, died September 7, 2010 of bile duct cancer. A retired professor of Urban and Regional Planning and Santa Barbara resident for the past 10 years, he is survived by his wife, Shirley, daughter Mary Ellen Esparza (Nick), sons David (Kathy), Mark (Cindy), and Steven (Cathy) Stapleton, and son Gregg Martin (Helen), 12 grandchildren, and 7 great-grandchildren. A memorial service will be held Saturday, October 2 at 2 p.m. at All-Saints Episcopal Church, |
Sally Carr, a long-time resident of the Palm Springs, Calif. area, passed away peacefully in Rancho Mirage, Calif. on September 12, 2010. She was born October 14, 1930 in Chicago, Ill. to Joseph Parise and Sarah Arnone. Sally resided in Chicago where she worked for Pure Oil in their Accounting Department for fourteen years. Sally married Jack Carr in 1968 and moved to Edison, N.J., where they lived until Jack's death in April l997. That fall, Sally moved to Palm Springs where she became active in Sons of Italy - Dolly Sinatra Lodge, Lions' Club of Cathedral City, St. Louis Women's Guild and People Helping People. Sally is survived by her sister, Rosemarie Durkton of Cathedral City, Calif.; brothers-in-law, Donald Carr of Burlington, Wisc. and Eugene Carr (Aurora) of Peoria, Ill.; as well as many nieces, nephews, grandnieces, and grand-nephews. Sally was preceded in death by her older sister Josephine Milke. The family requests in lieu of flowers that donations be given to the charity of your choice or to Project Linus, 197 Shepherd Drive, Cathedral City, CA 92234. Services will be held at 8:30 AM on Wednesday, September 15, 2010 at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church in Palm Springs. Interment will be at St. Joseph's Cemetery in Chicago. |
Sally Ortega Lopez, Resident of San Jose, Jan. 17 1947-Sept. 10, 2010, Passed gracefully on Sept 10, 2010. Sally touched the lives of many with her gentle spirit shy smile & loving ways. She grew up laughing & enjoying life in Santa Clara with her Mom Dad & 5 sisters. Santa Clara is where she met the love of her life Richard Lopez. The two married & enjoyed every minute of their life together including spoiling their children, Jennifer & Richard. Mom, we miss you and love you, but we find comfort in knowing you will be reunited with Dad, holding hands & dancing together again. A celebration of life is planned Sept 16th 7:00PM at Lima Family Mortuary Santa Clara. |
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Mrs. Shirley Mae Chontos, 84, passed away peacefully at home on Sept. 11 after a brief illness. A lifelong Vallejo resident, she attended local schools and graduated from Vallejo Sr. High in 1943., She retired from Mare Island Naval Shipyard in 1972 after 31 years where she worked in the production department. After retiring from Mare Island, she worked for many years as a floral designer at Dal Porto's., She was an avid stamp collector from an early age having been introduced to the hobby by her grandmother. She was active in many organizations through the years. She was a past president of the Women's Club and the Kappa Iota chapter of Beta Sigma Phi., She was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 32 years, Louie Chantos; and her mother, Augusta Bailey. Having no children, she is survived by many close friends and her cousin, George Rector of Monterey., Donations may be made to Guide Dogs for the Blind and Shriner's Hospitals for Children. |
Shirley Anne Mills, Resident of Half Moon Bay, San Mateo County, Mar 30, 1936-Aug.30, 2010, Shirley passed away in her home with her loving husband, Russell, and four of six children, Andrew David Bardo, Anthony G. Bardo, Gina Meri Taylor, and Chet Michael Bardo gathered around her bed. She lost her six-year battle with cancer, Monday morning, August 30th., Including the above, Shirley is survived by her son, Nicholas Bardo, step-daughter, Hether Mills Hartshorn, beloved sister, Dorothy Bare, brother, William Robert Turner, sister-in-laws, Norma Turner, and Mary DiVincenzo, eight grandchildren, two great-grandchildren, eighteen nieces and nephews, and a large extended family., Born March 30, 1936, to William Henry Turner and Leah Turner Meeker in La Puente, California. At eight, Shirley, Mother Leah, Sister Dorothy, and Brother Bill moved to San Jose, California and lived there until 1971. Then she moved to Half Moon Bay, California, where (in her words) "I found paradise"., Shirley became active in local politics and community projects. She worked on the Pumpkin Festival for 23 years in various positions and became Chairperson of the Festivals' Shirt and Sweat Shirt Booth., She will be seriously missed, by all, for her spirit, kindness, generosity, and willingness to help friends and family., Friends and family are invited to a memorial to celebrate her life, Friday, September 17th, 2010, 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM, at the Harbor House (aka Maverick's Lodge and Event Center) located at 107 Broadway Avenue, Princeton-By-The-Bay, California. |
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STELLA DIAZ ORTEGA 07/03/39 ~ 09/10/10 Stella was born on July 3, 1939, in Chihuahua, Mexico. She passed away at the age of 71. She is survived by her spouse, Benny; daughters, Rita Ruby and Susana Pacheco; and son, Ruben Quevedo; 6 grandchildren, and 2 great-grandchildren. Visitation will be held on September 16, from 5-9pm at Rubidoux Mortuary, 6091 Mission Blvd., with Rosary at 8pm. Mass we will be held on September 17, at 11am at St. John\'s Catholic Church, 3900 Opal St., Riverside 92509. Gravesite Services to follow after Mass at Our Lady Queen of Peace Cemetery, 3520 E. Washington St., Colton, CA. Reception to follow at St. John\'s Catholic Church. |
Stephen H. Dromensk, Resident of El Dorado Hills, Steve, 64, a long time resident of Santa Clara, died suddenly on Friday, 9.10.2010. A graduate of Cupertino HS, and SJSU, Steve was a founding member of the California band, Papa Doo Run Run., Steve is survived by his wife, Denyse, daughters, Alex, and Geneve, and sisters, Sharon, Denise, Margaret, and Deborah., Services will be held at 3 PM on Thurs, 9.16, at Green Valley Mortuary, 3004 Alexandrite Rd., Rescue, CA 95672., Steve's friends, and fans will miss him dearly. More info can be found at, . htm. |
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In Loving Memory of Steven Oliver Price 1971 - 2008 It has been two years since the Lord called you, after a courageous fight with cancer. You continue being part of our lives and your spirit will forever live with us. We miss you, love you and honor your memory. Your Family |
Steven, of Grants Pass, Ore., formerly of Vacaville, died at home after a long illness. He was 55, and born at Turner Air Force Base in Albany, Ga. He was a veteran of the Marine Corps - SEMPER FI., He is survived by his wife Deborah; three stepdaughters, Lisa, Lori and Leslie, they were his daughters; 8 grandchildren; his mother, Lilian; and brother, Gary (Sandy); uncles, aunts and cousins in Florida, Mississippi and England; friends of many years in Vacaville and his much loved dog, Chica., He was preceded in death by his dad, Irwin and grandparents. He was taken too soon. We are left with a big void in our hearts. A service is being held in Oregon., |
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., |
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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 |
In Loving Memory of Sylvester Lyons March 30, 1942 - September 15, 2009 It's been a year since you have been gone. We all miss you very much but you will always live in our hearts. Love, your family |
Our beloved "Lady", Sylvia Castaneda passed away peacefully at Torrance Memorial Hospital on Saturday, September 11, 2010 in the presence of her loving family. She is survived by her husband of 42 years, Oscar; son, Robert; daughter Tina (Joe); grandsons, Javier, Vincent, Robert, Jr. and Daniel; her sister, Rosalie; and her father, Pete. She was preceded in death by granddaughter, Alyssa, brother "Coco" and mother, Frances. Sylvia will always hold a special place in all of our hearts. She was a loving, kind, generous and thoughtful person to all of those that had the opportunity to know her. She has left behind a legacy of being the best mother and grandmother there could ever be! We will treasure all of our wonderful memories and think of how blessed we are to have had her in our lives! She will forever hold a special place in our hearts! We love you "Lady"! Services will be held at Funeraria Del Angel McNerney's Mortuary in Wilmington, CA on Thursday, September 16, 2010 from 5:00pm - 9:00pm, rosary at 7:00pm. Mass will be at St. Peter & St. Paul Catholic Church in Wilmington, CA on Friday, September 17, 2010 at 11:00am. Burial to follow Mass at Wilmington Cemetery. Please sign the guestbook at |
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, 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, Funeral arrangements by DARLING-FISCHER Chapel of the Hills in Los Gatos, CA. |
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Thomas Morton Reeder passed away at his home in Napa, Aug. 19, 2010, of natural causes. |
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Longtime Lodi resident Lois A. Tibbets passed away on Saturday, September 4, 2010 at the assisted living facility in Tracy where she had resided ..... |
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GARCIA-Tony Perez Garcia, April 30, 1924 - August 21, 2010. Beloved husband of Carmen (nee Valencia) Garcia and dear father of Anthony (Silke Klosa) Garcia, Mark (Shirley) Garcia, Kathleen (George Pepe) Garcia, Leslie Garcia, Phillip Garcia, Paul Garcia, Jane Garcia, Elizabeth Armenta, James Garcia and preceded in death by Richard Garcia. Dear grandfather of Erik Garcia, Olivier Garcia, Martin Garcia, Marisa (Humberto) Garcia, Rachel Pepe, Tony Pepe, Sophia Garcia, Heather Garcia, Summer Garcia, Daniel Garcia, Nicole Garcia, Frederick Gearheart, Jessica Gearheart, Bridget Tuttle, Kirstie Armenta, Andrew Armenta, Kyle Snow and Kari Snow. Dear great- grandfather, uncle, brother, brother-in-law and friend. Memorial service: Monday September 20, 2010, at 10 AM, Riverside National Cemetery, 22495 Van Buren Blvd, Riverside, CA. In lieu of flowers contributions can be made to the American Cancer Society |
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. |
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Elvira Vallejo, age 94, passed away peacefully in Lodi on September 10, 2010. Elvira was born June 5, 1916, in Ophir, California to Leodegario ..... |
"Jack" Vaughn Louie La Blue, 89, passed away Friday, Sept. 10, 2010., Jack was born in 1921 to Leon Louis La Blue and Annie Lee Flowers in Johnson Mill Creek, Oklahoma. Jack grew up through the Great Depression with his brother Virgil and his sister Jernice. The La Blue family eventually moved to California's Central Valley and settled in Tulare. On December 24, 1938, Jack married his one true love, Eathel Witt. Jack served in the, during, , and was stationed in both the Philippines and Japan. Jack loved to tinker and he could fix anything. He enjoyed spending time with his family and friends., Jack is survived by his wife of 71 years, Eathel, of Hanford; his sons, Sam La Blue of Lake Isabella and Stan La Blue of Hanford; his daughters Jackie Buster of Idaho and Tammy Boerner of Bakersfield. Jack also leaves behind 11 grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren, and 2 great-great-grandchildren, as well as many friends., A graveside service will be held at the North Tulare Public Cemetery on Friday, September 17, 2010 at 9 a.m., Condolences may be made at, Arrangements are under the direction of People's Funeral Chapel in Hanford. |
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. |
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. |
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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,... |
California native, Virgil Earl Baker, passed away peacefully at home on September 9, 2010. He was 86. The youngest of seven children he was born May 8, 1924 in Pepperwood, California, to William Everett Baker and Eva Luella Trine Baker. Virgil loved to tell the story of how his mother crossed the country with a wagon train but preferred to walk because the wagon rides were so rough. He spent his early childhood in rural Oregon roaming the woods and learning depression era skills. A strong work ethic, self-discipline and a stubborn streak allowed him to remain independent his entire life. He served in the, from 1943 to 1946 stationed in the Western Pacific. Virgil met the love of his life, Betty Mae Murphy in 1949 thru mutual friends. They were married on December 2, 1950 in Reno, NV. They were together for 34 years, until her death in December 1984. In 1957 Virgil, Betty and oldest son Steven who was five at that time moved onto the acre of land given to them by Betty's parents. "Baker Acre" has been a place to go home to for over 50 years and has seen three generations of kids playing, running and laughing in its fields and creek. Virgil began work for Pacific Bell as a lineman in 1950 and retired 31 years later. A master craftsman his gifts of unique woodworks and homemade knives are treasured by his family. Blue jeans and plaid shirts covered every occasion. Country western music and old westerns. A glass of red wine and a handful of peanuts. Knives never went in the sink. The compost bucket on the stove, recycle bags by the fridge, camping at Lake Trinity, home grown veggies, bon fires and working on cars with his granddaughters. When he whistled you knew he was content. He enjoyed the goldfinches that flew in every morning, and favored the one he called "Lonesome Dove" because he had no mate. He lived to be outdoors and this love showed in his gardens, fruit trees and landscaping. He once said he could "live his forever on a 40 acre farm." No matter what their age, Virgil drew people to him like moths to a flame. His gentle manner and well rounded knowledge were the perfect formula and you just wanted to be around him. Virgil lived his life to please God. A patient man of strong faith whose steadfastness and sacrifice for what he believed in have been an inspiration to his children. He cherished the friendships and common bond he shared with his study group. He played a cutthroat game of hearts and was always the first to initiate the Baker wrestling matches with his grandchildren and great-grand children. Virgil loved to play the harmonica and had recently begun to teach one of his great grandsons how to play as well. Another great-grandson was fascinated with tools. Virgil would spend many hours answering questions about what each tool was and how it worked. He was a very loving and patient man. Virgil was thrilled to have his youngest great grandson named after him and his grandpa Eli Baker. Virgil was preceded by his wife Betty, his bride of 34 years. He is survived by his children and their spouses, Steven and Joan Baker of Santa Rosa, Gary and Vicki Baker of Wasilla, AK, Randy and Kim Baker of Santan Valley, AZ and Denise Baker of Susanville, CA; grandchildren: Angelle Holmes, Brandy Baker, Felicity Baker, Ian Baker of Santa Rosa, Amber Kinard of Petaluma, April Bennett of Kuna, ID, Lindsey Baker and Michael Baker of Wasilla, AK, Kashaela Mullinax, Chelcea Baker, Chase Baker and Kaden Baker of Santan Valley, AZ; sister Nina Pilcher of Utah nine great grandchildren and many others who considered him mentor, loved one and friend. A graveside service is planned for 10:00 a.m., Saturday September 18th at Shiloh Cemetery, Windsor. A Celebration of Life will be held at "Baker Acre", the home he lived in for over 50 years, on Sunday September 19th, between 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Please bring a favorite dish to share at the potluck. In lieu of flowers donations to a favorite charity is preferred. |
Virginia Lee Colter Passed away at her home in Yuba City on Saturday, September 11, 2010 at the age of 84. She was born in Warner, Oklahoma on December 15, 1925. A resident of Yuba City for the past 43 years. She was a Clerk at the Yuba City High School for 19 years. A member of the First United Methodist Church of Marysville, and was a 49 yr. member of the Beta Sigma Phi Sorority. She served her patriotic duty during W.W.II as a Welder on Liberty Ships working in the Richmond Ship Yards. She is survived by her son, James McKee of Yuba City, daughter, Peggy Taylor (Duane) of Loma Rica, and a brother Raymond McDaniel (Betty) of Sacramento. She was preceded in death by her husband, Tom Colter. Funeral Services will be held at the Ullrey Memorial Chapel in Yuba City, on Friday, September 17th at 11:00 am followed by burial at the Sutter Cemetery in Sutter, CA. Visitation hours will be held on Thursday from 4-7pm. The family would appreciate memorial contributions be made to the Disabled American Veterans Association. Send Condolences to |
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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 |
WILLIAM "BILL" BAKER Age 44, passed away September 11, 2010, in San Bernardino. Bill was born October 2, 1965, in Woodstock, Virginia. He is survived by his wife of 21 years, Toni; daughter, Hailey; son, William Byram; two grandchildren; brother, Richard; sisters, Vivian Kind & Jenny; step-mother, Faye Baker; and step-father, Floyd Caress. He was preceded in death by his father,,Richard V. Baker, and mother, Frances R. Caress. Services will be private. Condolences can be mailed to P.O. Box 1342, Bloomington, CA 92316. |
Wednesday, September 15, 2010 2:00 AM |
Duane M. Wallom passed away peacefully on Sep. 9, 2010. Born in New Glarus, Wisconsin and a long-time resident of Citrus Heights. Active member ..... |
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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 ..... |
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 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. |
Tuesday, September 7, 2010 3:00 AM |
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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. |
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Wednesday, June 23, 2010 2:00 AM |
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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 ..... |
Zupo, Jacqueline "Jackie" (Meckler) Wednesday, September 15, 2010 2:00 AM |
Jacqueline "Jackie" Zupo, a native of Lodi, California passed away on September 10, 2010. Jackie was a lifelong resident of Lodi. After graduating from ..... |
