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Obituaries from Yolo County Newspapers From
(Woodland “Daily Democrat,” the “Davis Enterprise,” and the “Winters Express”)
Compiled by Peggy B. Perazzo (pbperazzo@comcast.net)
(From January 2003 to and including January 04, 2004)
(Each entry starts
with a list of surnames including in the obit.)
JOERGER,HOBBS,
PARKER, FINLEY, EIMERL, CARODDO
Norman Leavitt JOERGER (1927-2003) (obit.)
Norman Leavitt Joerger
Norman Leavitt Joerger died in Woodland on Monday, Dec. 29, 2003, at age 76.
He was born in Sacramento, Jan. 31, 1927 and his family moved to Woodland in
1929. He graduated from Woodland High School in 1945 and worked with his
brothers in the Winwood Dairy business that was started by his father in 1929.
Norman served a short term in the Merchant Marines from July 1953 to May 1955,
and returned to Woodland to continue working with his family in the dairy
business which was expanding under his brother Hank's management.
In 1958 the Joerger family purchased the A&W Drive-In on Main Street and
operated it only seasonally until Norman bought out his family's share and went
into business full time as the A&W's sole owner and operator in 1966 until
the early 1980s. He ventured into a few other restaurant businesses during the
early 1980's and worked for NorCal Petroleum from the late 1980's through the
late 1990's.
He had been an active member of the Lions, Elks, Carlton and Fliers Clubs and
was involved in fundraising for the March of Dimes, and umpiring youth
baseball. His love of conversation and genuine interest of people made him
admired by all who met him.
Beloved Norman is survived by his children and their mother, daughter Marcine
Hobbs and her husband David of Marysville; daughter Kimberly Parker and her
husband Dan Parker, son Timothy Joerger and his wife Carla all of Woodland; and
Cecelia Finley of Marysville. Grandchildren Joseph, Jonathan and Daniel Hobbs
all of Marysville; Lyndi Eimerl and her husband Adrian of Sacramento; Kristin
Parker, Holten and Eric Joerger all of Woodland. Brother E.H. "Hank"
Joerger of Davis; sister Phyllis Caroddo of Roseville and many cousins, nieces
and nephews.
Preceded in death by his parents Elmer and Theo Joerger, brothers Ted and
Donald Joerger and niece Peggy Joerger all of Woodland.
The family prefers that memorial contributions be directed to March of Dimes,
1615 Fifth Street, Davis, Ca. 95627.
McNary's Chapel is in charge of arrangements.
Services: A visitation will be held from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. on Monday, Jan. 6,
2004 at New Testament Church, 108 West Woodland Ave., Woodland with a funeral
service immediately following at 11 a.m.
(Obituary from the Woodland "Daily Democrat," Sunday, January 04,
2004, (Woodland, Yolo County, California). Submitted with the permission
of the "The Daily Democrat," 711 Main St., Woodland, CA 95695. <http://www.dailydemocrat.com/>
Please note: I am not related to the family listed above, and I do not
have any further information on this family.)
ISOM,
BAILEY, GONCALVES BREHM, BROWN, PIRES
Marie Jill (nee BAILEY) ISOM (abt. 1950-2003) (obit.)
Marie Jill (nee Bailey) Isom
Isom, Marie Jill (nee Bailey) of Citrus Heights, Ca. passed away peacefully
after a short illness on Saturday, Dec. 20, 2003, at Sutter Hospital in
Roseville at the age of 53.
Beloved wife of John Russell Isom of Citrus Heights and daughter of Theresa
Bailey of Citrus Heights. Predeceased by father Melvin Bailey in 1991. Loving
sister of Steven Bailey of Sparks Nevada, Anne (Alvin 'Mick') Goncalves of
Shingle Springs, Ca., and Gale (Lois) Brehm of Wisconsin; daughter-in-law of Jack
Isom, Dorothy Isom and sister-in-law of Susan Brown, all of Sarnia, Ontario,
Canada. Special aunt to Sheri (Roland) Pires and several nieces and nephews.
Sadly missed by special friends Tatyana, Rita, Marge, Kenny and Julie.
Cremation has taken place. Memorial service will take place in January of 2004,
to be announced. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to charity of
choice.
(Obituary from the Woodland "Daily Democrat," Wednesday, December 24,
2003, (Woodland, Yolo County, California). Submitted with the permission
of the "The Daily Democrat," 711 Main St., Woodland, CA 95695. <http://www.dailydemocrat.com/>
Please note: I am not related to the family listed above, and I do not
have any further information on this family.)
STAFFORD, BRUHN, KLEM, VAN DUYNE
Reva E. STAFFORD (1923-2003) (obit.)
Reva E. Stafford
Reva Stafford passed away on Sunday, November 30 at Emerald Gardens in
Sacramento. Born on November 14, 1923 in Winters to Elmer and Mabel Bruhn
(a pioneer family of Winters), she was 80 years old. Mrs. Stafford was a
long time resident of Winters before moving to Sacramento 27 years ago.
She was preceded in death by her son David Stafford and her brothers Meredeth
and Gordon Bruhn. She is survived by her children Susan Klem of Ohio, and
Janice Van Duyne of California. She also leaves 10 grandchildren and 6
great grandchildren. A graveside service will be held on Thursday,
December 11 at 10 a.m. at the Winters Cemetery, 415 Cemetery Drive in Winters.
Arrangements are under the direction of Smith's Colonial Chapel in Winters.
(Obituary from the "Winters Express," Thursday, December 11, 2003,
(Yolo County). Submitted with the permission of the "Winters
Express," 312 Railroad Ave., Winters, CA 95694. Please note: I
am not related to the family listed above, and I do not have any further
information on this family.)
LEONARD, TIEGS, SCHILL
Agnes "Christine" LEONARD (1912-2003) (obit.)
Agnes Leonard
Agnes "Christine" Leonard died Dec. 3, 2003, at Sutter Roseville
Hospital in Roseville. Born Sept. 8, 1912, in Washington, she was 91.
She lived in Davis for many years before moving to the Sacramento area. While
living in Davis, she was a member of the Ladies Auxiliary at Davis Community
Church and the University Farm Circle. She also enjoyed bridge and canasta.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Oliver A. Leonard, on June 24, 1975,
and a sister, Josephine Tiegs.
She is survived by her children, Helen Jo Schill of Ulm, Germany, William
Oliver Leonard of Fresno and James Collins Leonard of Davis. She is further
survived by four grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.
Friends are invited to attend a memorial service Monday at 2 p.m. at the Davis
Cemetery, 820 Pole Line Road. Arrangements are under the direction of the Davis
Funeral Chapel.
(Obituary from the "The Davis Enterprise," Monday, December 8, 2003,
(Yolo County, California). Submitted with the permission of the "The
Davis Enterprise," 315 G Street, Davis, CA 95616, <http://www.davisenterprise.com/>.
Please note: I am not related to the family listed above, and I do not
have any further information on this family.)
HOLVERSTOTT,
TODESCO, CLARK, MOORE, CRAMER, WOODRUFF
Amy Elizabeth HOLVERSTOTT (1984-2003) (obit.)
Amy E. Holverstott
Amy Elizabeth Holverstott, a lifelong resident of Davis, died Dec. 6, 2003, in
Davis. She was 19.
She was born Jan. 14, 1984, in Sacramento, the second child of James A.
Holverstott and Patricia L. Todesco. She was born three months premature, and
spent the first six weeks in the hospital before coming home to brother Matt
and her parents at the family residence in Village Homes in Davis.
She was preceded in death by her paternal grandparents, Thomas C. and Helen L.
Holverstott of Citrus Heights., and by her maternal grandfather, James V. Todesco,
of Concord.
She is survived by her parents, Pat Todesco and Jim Holverstott, both of Davis;
brother, Matthew J. Holverstott of West Sacramento; maternal grandmother, Lois
J. Todesco of Concord; uncle and aunt, Jay and Robyn Todesco; and beloved
cousins Brynn, Kensey and Gaeby, all of Concord.
She is also survived by great aunts and uncles Ronald and Suzanne Holverstott
of Roseville; Dolores Clark, Martha Moore and Lily Holverstott of Sacramento;
Edith and Cameron Cramer of Roseville; Curtis and Lois Woodruff of Cupertino;
and many other beloved family members.
She grew up in Davis. She attended Davis Community Church, sang in the Cherub
Choir and Carol Choir, took part in youth programs, loved helping her mother
lead a Sunday School class for kindergarten-age children, and was baptized on
Oct. 21, 1990.
She attended preschool and after-school programs at Tender Learning Care in the
care friends John and Shirley Huddleson. She loved attending Davis schools:
West Davis Elementary, Patwin Elementary, Emerson Junior High, Davis High and
Martin Luther King Jr. High schools, where she participated eagerly in studies,
made lasting friendships with peers and teachers, excelled academically and
played flute in the music programs at Patwin and Emerson.
She received numerous academic and service awards upon graduation from Emerson
Junior High in June 1999. She earned a college scholarship from the Yolo County
Board of Realtors upon graduation from King High in June 2002.
She played AYSO soccer as a young child, often with her father as coach. She
enjoyed several years in the Brownies and Girl Scouts, with her mother as
co-leader, and loved the Scouts' Camp Menzies summer camp in the Sierra.
She loved studying ballet, first with Lisa (Corbett) Applegate, and then for 10
years with Katy Heil's School of Ballet. She took part in many ballet
productions, from which she took great pleasure. She was invited, by audition,
to attend summer study programs with the Houston Ballet and the Marin Dance
Academy.
She loved all animals, especially her pet dog, Muffy; she spent many hours
volunteering for the SPCA.
In June of 1999, she began a new chapter in her life; she voluntarily entered
various programs for the treatment of mental illness. She eagerly and
consistently sought information, insight and skills to deal with this new and
difficult aspect of her life. She benefited from the care, skill and love of
many programs, professionals and organizations, both locally and in other parts
of the state and country, for four years.
The Rev. Mary Lynn Tobin and Stephen Minister Joann Diel of Davis Community
Church supported her with time and love. Miss Holverstott made many friendships
during those years, and brought the sunshine of her caring nature and endearing
presence to those relationships. She encouraged her family members to seek
support, and was happy that they benefited so much from participation in the
National Alliance for the Mentally Ill.
She pursued her love of literature and wrote extensively, especially poetry. One
of her poems was published in an annual volume of literary work of high school
students, compiled by a national educators' organization. Her dream was to
share her poetry with others, as she did so many aspects of her life. She had
begun preparations for publishing them.
Frequent gatherings of her extended family, and summer camping trips in the
redwoods, were important throughout her life.
All whose lives were touched by her are invited to attend a memorial service on
Thursday, at 2 p.m., in the sanctuary of the Davis Community Church at 412 C
St., Davis. Immediately afterward, there will be a gathering in the Fellowship
Hall.
The family is grateful for any remembrances made in Amy Holverstott's name to
Davis Community Church; King High School; NAMI, Yolo County Chapter; Yolo
County Care Continuum; FamiliesFirst; Yolo County Mental Health; the Yolo
County SPCA; the Amy Elizabeth Holverstott Memorial Fund; or any group that
gives support to people and families struggling with mental illness.
(Obituary from the "The Davis Enterprise," Monday, December 15, 2003,
(Yolo County, California). Submitted with the permission of the "The
Davis Enterprise," 315 G Street, Davis, CA 95616, <http://www.davisenterprise.com/>.
Please note: I am not related to the family listed above, and I do not
have any further information on this family.)
RUSSEL-MENDONSA, RUSSEL, MENDONSA
Virginia RUSSEL-MENDONSA (1938-2003) (obit.)
Virginia Russel-Mendonsa
Virginia Russel-Mendonsa passed away peacefully in her Sacramento Home on Nov.
21, 2003. She was born on Feb. 18, 1938, and was raised in Winters.
She is survived by her three children, four grandchildren and one
great-granddaughter; also by her sisters Charlene Russel-Martin, Lavada
Russel-McDowell and her brother Jack and wife, Beverly of Marysville.
A rosary will be held at the George L. Klumpp, Chapel of Flowers, Riverside
Boulevard and Second Avenue in Sacramento Avenue in Sacramento on Monday, Dec.
1, at 7 p.m. Memorial services will be held on Tuesday, dec. 2, at 10
a.m. in the same locations. Immediately following the services, she will
be buried next to her departed husband, Richard, at St. Mary's Cemetery, 65th
Street and 21st Avenue.
Memorial contributions may be made in her name to Kaiser Hospice.
(Obituary from the "Winters Express," Thursday, November 27, 2003,
(Yolo County). Submitted with the permission of the "Winters
Express," 312 Railroad Ave., Winters, CA 95694. Please note: I
am not related to the family listed above, and I do not have any further
information on this family.)
SCOTT, GARSON, KUZARA, ZERGER
Elsie Jean SCOTT (1906-2003) (obit.)
Elsie J. Scott
Elsie Jean Scott, a former Davis resident, died in her sleep at Saylor Lane
Nursing Center in Sacramento on Nov. 15, 2003, of respiratory failure and
complications from Parkinson's disease. She was 97.
She was born Elsie Garson in Guelph, Ontario, on Aug. 6, 1906, the first child
of W.A. and Agnes Garson. Her family later immigrated to Buffalo, Wyo., where
she grew up and, in 1925, graduated high school.
A woman of fiercely independent spirit, her family said that when she was in
her 20s she earned money to support her dream of attending college by teaching
in what were called "normal schools" -- rugged, isolated one-room
schools such as Gilbertson, Wallow Creek and the 41 Ranch in Johnson County,
Wyo.
She served a term as Johnson County superintendent of schools before graduating
from the University of Wyoming in 1938. She also attended Iowa State University
and Claremont College.
She married Frank W. Scott in 1941. They lived on their cattle ranch and wheat
farm north of Fort Laramie, Wyo.
She continued teaching in the Lingle, Wyo., and Fort Laramie schools until
1974, when the couple retired and moved to Davis to be close to their son and
grandchildren. She was widowed in 1977.
In addition to her lifelong commitment to education, she was active in Wyoming's
agricultural extension service, including many years of 4-H leadership. She
also served a term as president of the Wyoming Home Demonstration Council,
during which she was a U.S. delegate to the International Association of
Country Women of the World conference in what was then Ceylon.
During her years here, she was involved in the Davis Camera Club and the
Presbyterian Women's Circle, various volunteer activities and caring for her
grandchildren. She was a Publisher's Clearing House sweepstakes winner in 1987
-- and the "winners' weekend" events in New York City were among of
her life's highlights.
Her deteriorating health necessitated a move to assisted living in Sacramento's
Trinity House in 1989. Though physically incapacitated for many years, her
family said, she remained alert and aware until the end.
She is survived by her sister, Aileen Garson Kuzara of San Jose; son, F. Eugene
Scott and his wife Susan of Sacramento; grandson, Torry Christian Scott of
Austin, Texas; granddaughter, Erena Scott Zerger of Minneapolis; and four
great-grandsons.
A private family service is planned and her cremated remains will be interred
in Fort Laramie.
Memorial donations may be made to the National Parkinson Foundation at www.parkinson.org/reqformv.htm
or the National Parkinson Foundation Inc., M.A. Sprinkle, Director of
Development,1501 N.W. 9th Avenue/Bob Hope Road, Miami, FL 33136-1494.
(Obituary from the "The Davis Enterprise," Sunday, November 23, 2003,
(Yolo County, California). Submitted with the permission of the "The
Davis Enterprise," 315 G Street, Davis, CA 95616, <http://www.davisenterprise.com/>.
Please note: I am not related to the family listed above, and I do not
have any further information on this family.)
SCHELEN, RING, JOHNSTON
Margaret "Maggie" SCHELEN (1919-2003) (obit.)
Margaret Schelen
Margaret "Maggie" Schelen, a longtime activist in and around Yolo
County, died in her sleep at her home in Sacramento on Nov. 12, 2003, of renal
and congestive heart failure. She was 85.
She was born Margaret Ring in Philadelphia on Aug. 21, 1919. Her family moved
to Los Angeles, where she grew up, two months later.
She married Robert Edward Schelen in 1941. He was serving in the South Pacific
during World War II; she was working the graveyard shift at an airplane
factory. After the war, she worked as a dental assistant and her husband became
a Pasadena police officer. In 1958 she was widowed with two young children.
She was active in public affairs throughout her life -- an interest she
inherited from her father, a founding member of the Ladies Garment Worker's
Union.
She worked for Assemblyman Jesse M. Unruh from 1965 to 1970 in Inglewood. After
he lost his bid for the govenorship, she moved to Sacramento to work for
Assemblyman David Pierson.
In 1973 she took a job for what later became the Speaker's Office of Majority
Services. She worked there under Assembly Speakers Bob Moretti, Leo McCarthy
and Willie Brown until 1984.
She then began coordinating special projects work in the district office of
Rep. Vic Fazio -- often working with Yolo County residents -- until the
congressman retired in 1999. From 1999 until her death, she worked on special
projects for Assemblyman Darrell Steinberg.
She was a member of Citizens for Better Government. In the 1980s she served on
the Sacramento County Mental Health Board and played a role in the creation of
the Fruitridge Community Center. In the early 1990s, Fazio appointed her
delegate to the White House Conference on Aging.
She volunteered often for a variety of humanitarian and civic causes until
recently breaking her hip. She worked as a greeter at many events, including
political ones, earning the nickname "Maggie at the Door."
She was a recipient of several awards for her activism, among them the Lawrence
O'Brien National Democrat of the Year Award, the Harry S. Truman "Give 'Em
Hell, Harry" Democrat of the Year Award, the Sacramento County Democratic Central
Committee's Democrat of the Year Award, and the 9th Assembly District Woman of
the Year.
Her son, Davis activist Bob Schelen, said his mother was a valued mentor to
many people in and out of public life. It was a statement to his mother's kind
and loving nature that she maintained lifelong friendships with people, he
said, no matter what political sides they took.
Frank Rigani, a former co-worker, donated $10,000 to help create the Maggie
Schelen Public Service Scholarship at the King Hall School of Law at UC Davis.
The scholarship is awarded annually to a student who exemplifies her public
service.
She is survived by her sister, Grace Johnston of Arcadia; daughter, Delilah
Schelen of Sacramento; and son, Robert Charles Schelen of Davis.
A celebration of her life will be held Thursday, Dec. 18, at 1 p.m. in the
Jesse M. Unruh Room (No. 4202) at the state Capitol in Sacramento.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to The Maggie Schelen Scholarship
Fund care of the UCD Law School, 400 Mrak Hall Drive, Davis, CA 95616; Loaves
and Fishes, P.O. Box 2161, Sacramento, CA 95812; or St. James Armenian Church,
3240 B St., Sacramento, CA 95816.
(Obituary from the "The Davis Enterprise," Thursday, November 20,
2003, (Yolo County, California). Submitted with the permission of the
"The Davis Enterprise," 315 G Street, Davis, CA 95616, <http://www.davisenterprise.com/>.
Please note: I am not related to the family listed above, and I do not have
any further information on this family.)
ARNOLD, ZUMALT, FAULKNER
Linda Kay ARNOLD (1951-2003) (obit.)
Linda K. Arnold
Linda Kay Arnold, a UC Davis purchasing agent for 17 years, died at her
Sacramento home Oct. 4, 2003. She was 52.
Born in Susanville on May 30, 1951, she graduated from Lassen High School in
1969. She attended Chico State, then transferred to UC Berkeley when she
graduated with a bachelor's degree in English in 1975.
She was employed at UC Berkeley for 10 years, then, in 1986, moved to
Sacramento and started her job at UCD.
She was a member of the United Methodist Church in Susanville. A pianist, she
loved classical music and Shakespeare, and was also a collector of Nancy Drew
mysteries.
During her years of service to the UCD zoology department and then to the
Section of Evolution and Ecology, she was a person who made a difference to
those around her, a friend said. She was admired and respected for both her
work ethic and personal integrity, and she will be missed greatly.
She is survived by her mother Merle Arnold of Susanville, dear friend Mike
Zumalt of Carmichael, brother Ernie Arnold of Susanville, sister and
brother-in-law Suzie and Rich Faulkner of Janesville, nephew J.P. Faulkner of
Janesville and one niece.
A ceremony honoring and celebrating her memory will be held near the lobby of
Storer Hall at UCD from 4:10 to 5 p.m. Friday.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be sent to a charity of the donor's
choice.
(Obituary from the "The Davis Enterprise," Thursday, November 13,
2003, (Yolo County, California). Submitted with the permission of the
"The Davis Enterprise," 315 G Street, Davis, CA 95616, <http://www.davisenterprise.com/>.
Please note: I am not related to the family listed above, and I do not
have any further information on this family.)
WILLIAMS, ELIASSEN,
FINNESTAD, OLIN,
Jeriann WILLIAMS (1936-2003) (obit.)
Jeriann Williams
Jeriann Williams, a resident of Ocean Shores, Wash., and a 12-year former
resident of Davis and Sacramento, died Sept. 13, 2003, at Providence St. Peter
Hospital in Olympia, Wash. She succumbed after a lengthy struggle with multiple
myeloma cancer and kidney failure. She was 67.
She was born Sept. 4, 1936, in Seattle and moved to California as a child. She
graduated from San Diego High School in 1954 and from Westmont College in 1958,
then married her husband, John Williams, in 1959. In addition to being a
beloved wife and mother, she taught elementary school in Long Beach and San
Jose and worked at two Davis travel agencies during the 1980s.
Jeriann, her husband and daughter Joy also operated Acorn Travel in Davis from
1983 to 1986.
She was preceded in death by her mother, Thelma Finnestad Olin, in August 2003,
and by her father, Andrew Eliassen, in September 1992. She is survived by her
husband John of Ocean Shores, Wash., and two daughters, Jill of Junction City,
Ore., and Joy of Eugene, Ore.
At her request, there will be no public memorial service. In lieu of flowers,
the family suggests that donations be made to Westmont College, 955 La Paz
Road, Santa Barbara, CA 93108-1089, or to the building fund of Ocean Shores
Baptist Church, P.O. Box 729, Ocean Shores, WA 98569.
Whiteside Family Mortuary in Aberdeen, Wash., is handling the arrangements.
Friends are welcome to share condolences with the family in the online guest
book at www.whitesidefamilymortuaries.com.
(Obituary from the "The Davis Enterprise," Wednesday, September 24,
2003, (Yolo County, California). Submitted with the permission of the
"The Davis Enterprise," 315 G Street, Davis, CA 95616, <http://www.davisenterprise.com/>.
Please note: I am not related to the family listed above, and I do not
have any further information on this family.)
HILL, HILOVSKY, GARMAN,
GUERRIERI
Imogene 'Teddy' HILL (1927-2003) (obit.)
Imogene 'Teddy' Hill
Imogene "Teddy" Hill was to be buried today alongside her husband at Arlington
National Cemetery in Arlington, Va. Born Feb. 26, 1927, in Fairbank, Pa., she
died Sept. 4, 2003, at Kaiser Hospital in Sacramento with her family by her
side. She was 78 years old.
She had a rich heritage of interest in education, service to and a love for
others throughout her life. She was featured in Neighbors Magazine in 1991 and
was quoted as saying, "The four big things for me are my family and
friends, the stage, teaching and real estate. Those have been the fabric of my
life."
As a child of 3, she acted on the vaudeville stages of Pittsburgh, Pa. She was
Little Imogene, a diminutive bundle of energy, who tried to steal the show from
the likes of Cab Calloway and Dick Powell. She and her brother Aldino, also a
dancer, entertained as a brother/sister act on local stages in and around the
Pittsburgh area.
During World War II, she studied at Temple University in Philadelphia,
graduating in 1946. While there, she starred in a production of "Junior
Miss" and was awarded a listing of "Who's Who in American Colleges
and Universities."
In 1949, she married a young West Point graduate from the Class of 1946, Steven
Hilovsky. He later changed his name to Hill. She traveled with him around the
world on assignments.
From 1962 to 1964 they lived in Palo Alto, where she taught elementary school
in the Whisman School District in Mountain View. One of her students was Steven
Jobs, founder of Apple Computer Corp. Jobs, who was in her fourth-grade class,
called her "one of the saints in my life," and has credited her with
being a strong influence in his success.
After their assignment in Mountain View, the Hills traveled to the island of
Guam. While there, she produced and directed a production of the musical
"Bye, Bye Birdie." Upon returning to California, she taught at Del
Dayo Elementary School in Sacramento's San Juan Unified School District, where
her daughter, Karen Hill Garman, now teaches art.
Mrs. Hill also enrolled at UC Davis. In the early 1970s, while in her 50s, she
earned a master of arts degree. She also studied in India and was named a
Fulbright Scholar in 1976.
In 1977, she was recognized for her many achievements and dedication to
teaching by being selected by the California Teachers Association as the San
Juan School District's Teacher of the Year.
More recently, she had been a real estate entrepreneur and a civic leader in
North Sacramento, a community for which she had long fought, in hopes of having
it achieve what she described as "its ultimate potential."
She was preceded in death by her husband of 40 years, Steven Hill, who died
March 14, 1989, and her brother, Aldino Guerrieri of Mechanicsburg, Pa., who
died in 2001.
She is survived by a brother, Robert Guerrieri and his wife Gloria of Lower
Burrell, Pa.; a sister-in-law, Ruth Guerrieri of Mechanicsburg, Pa.; a
daughter, Karen Hill Garman of Davis; two sons, Steven E. Hill and Richard Hill
and his wife Ruby; and five grandchildren, Steven Morgan Garman, Flannery Hill,
Jonas Hill, Lee Ann Hill and Virginia Hill.
Private services were to be held today at Arlington National Cemetery.
(Obituary from the "The Davis Enterprise," Friday, September 19,
2003, (Yolo County, California). Submitted with the permission of the
"The Davis Enterprise," 315 G Street, Davis, CA 95616, <http://www.davisenterprise.com/>.
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have any further information on this family.)
ALONSO, LORENZETTI, RICCI, LYTLE, FITZER, CORDOZA, ALISON, BIDEGAN, LOVOI
Lelia ALONSO (1918-2003) (obit.)
Lelia Alonso
Lelia Alonso passed away peacefully in her daughter's home surrounded by her
family in Knights Landing, Ca., on Monday, Nov. 17, 2003. Lelia was born in
Sacramento, Ca., on Nov. 7, 1918 to Anacleto and Erminia Lorenzetti.
Lelia is survived and deeply loved by her three children, Anita Ricci and
husband Ron, Gerald Alonso and wife Mattie, and Elaine Lytle and husband Gary.
She was loving Nonie to grandchildren Randy Ricci and wife Jane, Robert Ricci
and wife Tracy, Jennifer Fitzer and husband Christian, Tanya Lytle, Christopher
Alonso and wife Christina, Troy Lytle and wife Susie, and Tara Lytle, and Biz
Nonie to her 10 great-grandchildren. Her extended family include sisters, Julia
Cordoza and husband Manuel and Alma Alison, sisters-in-law Isabel Alonso, Maria
Alonso, and Trini Bidegan, and numerous nieces and nephews, and great-nieces
and nephews. Her husband, Antonio Alonso in 1958, and sisters Fautina
Lorenzetti and Lea Lovoi preceded Lelia in death.
Lelia attended school in the Yuba City area. She was a Sutter and Yolo County
resident for 62 years where she farmed in Sutter Basin with her husband and
children while taking care of her family and the family home. Lelia was active
with the Saint Paul's Catholic Church, Italian Federation, and her Pedro and
Bridge Clubs.
A viewing will be held at Kraft Brothers Chapel, 175 Second St., Woodland,
Monday, Nov. 24 from 5 to 7 p.m., and a prayer vigil following at 7 p.m. The
Catholic Funeral Mass will be at Holy Rosary Catholic Church on Tuesday, Nov.
25 at 10 a.m. officiated by Father Theodore Gabrielli, S.J., a friend of the
family. The burial will immediately follow the mass at the Knights Landing
Cemetery.
(A photograph of Lelia Alonso is included with this obituary.)
(Obituary from the Woodland "Daily Democrat," Sunday, November 23,
2003, (Woodland, Yolo County, California). Submitted with the permission
of the "The Daily Democrat," 711 Main St., Woodland, CA 95695. <http://www.dailydemocrat.com/>
Please note: I am not related to the family listed above, and I do not
have any further information on this family.)
COTTRELL,
CHOPELAS, KRIER, ALLEN, McHUGH
B. June COTTRELL (1924-2003) (obit.)
B. June Cottrell
B. June Cottrell died Wednesday, Nov. 12, 2003 in Sacramento. Born April 9,
1924 Ms. Cottrell was 79.
Ms. Cottrell was a resident of Yolo County for five years. Ms. Cottrell
graduated with a BA in music from the University of the pacific before
obtaining a teaching credential from the state of California. Ms. Cottrell
taught at Sutterville School in Sacramento for 22 years. She was a member of
the California Teacher's Association, a member of the Order of the Eastern
Star, Naomi Chapter and a member of Daughter's of the Nile.
Ms. Cottrell is survived by her daughter Kathy Chopelas and husband Tony, of
Fair Oaks; grandsons, T.J. Chopelas, of Fair Oaks and Sean Chopelas, of
Woodland and dearest friend Marylouise Krier of Sacramento.
Ms. Cottrell was preceded in death by her parents Elmer and Margaret (McHugh)
Allen of Woodland.
The family requests memorials may be sent to the Cancer Society of Northern
California.
Services: A visitation is scheduled for 10 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 18, 2003 at Kraft
Bros. Chapel. A funeral service is scheduled at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 18, 2003
at Kraft Bros. Chapel. A private, family only, internment will be scheduled for
a later date at Monument Hill Memorial Park.
(Obituary from the Woodland "Daily Democrat," Sunday, November 16,
2003, (Woodland, Yolo County, California). Submitted with the permission
of the "The Daily Democrat," 711 Main St., Woodland, CA 95695. <http://www.dailydemocrat.com/>
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GLIDE, SNIDER,
COLBY, WILLIAMS, ELLIOT
Thornton S. Glide (? - 1955) (obit.)
“Davis Enterprise,” July 14, 1955:
Funeral Services Held for Thornton S. Glide, Pioneer.
Private funeral services were held at 11 am yesterday in East Lawn Chapel in
Sacramento for Thorton (sic) S. Glide, Sr., prominent farmer in Yolo County
with large holdings southeast of Davis.
He has worked thousands of acres of land in and west of the by-pass and owned
range land in the Winters area.
The son of the late Joseph Henry Glide and Lizzie Snider Glide, daughter of a
pioneer Sacramento physician. Mr. Glide was born in England on His
father’s farm in Somersetshire.
Mr. Glide is survived by his wife, Margarette S. Glide, a son, Thornton of
Davis, and a daughter, Mrs. Peggy G. Colby; two sisters, Mrs. Seldon Williams
and Mrs. Wula Elliot, both of Berkeley, and a grand daughter.
(The above obituary was originally published in the “Davis Enterprise,” July
14, 1955, and was recently presented in the October 2003 issue of the Yolo
County Historical Society newsletter.)
GOHRING, DOTSON,
BLUEHORSE, KURK
Janell Diane GOHRING (1962-2003) (obit.)
Janell D. Gohring
Janell Diane Gohring of Davis died Oct. 23, 2003. Born March 8, 1962, in
Sacramento, she was 41 years old.
She attended Sylvan School District and graduated from Beyer High School in
Modesto, Cal Poly San Luis Obispo, and obtained her master's degree in child
development from UC Davis.
She is survived by the family she cherished: her husband Tom and their children
Katherine, Ashley and Caroline. She is also survived by her parents, Frank and
Lana Dotson; two sisters, Jena Dotson and Judy Bluehorse; and two brothers,
Jeff Kurk and Frank Dotson. In addition, she leaves her mother-in-law and
father-in-law and numerous relatives.
She was predeceased by her father, James D. Kurk, who died when she was 6.
She was an enthusiastic and dedicated fourth-grade teacher at Marguerite Montgomery
Elementary School in Davis. Previously, she worked as a short- and long-term
substitute teacher in Davis and in Winters.
She cared deeply about her students, and worked long hours professionally, but
was most passionately devoted to her family.
She obtained her teaching credential through the Cal Teach program, which
enabled her to complete much of her work at home online, on her own time, while
staying at home with her children, and she completed her student teaching at
Willett Elementary School in Davis.
Teaching was her second career. She previously worked for 14 years as a child
life specialist, where she profoundly helped children who were hospitalized for
cancer treatment and their families by providing developmental and emotional
support.
She engaged with her three active daughters tirelessly in numerous activities
in town and in the Bay Area, and volunteered extensively for the Davis Musical
Theatre Company, Girl Scouts, Redbud Montessori School and numerous other
community activities.
She started the first Davis chapter of the Roots and Shoots organization, which
operates under the auspices of the Jane Goodall Institute. She loved children
and animals, and with her family, raised a new puppy, Scout, over this past
summer.
She also enjoyed music, dining outdoors and traveling to beautiful places,
including India, Yosemite, Mendocino and Hawaii. This past spring break, she
traveled to Maui with her family, her parents and several other Davis families
where her adventures included swimming with sea turtles and a wild ocean
rafting ride.
"Janell was caring and compassionate," her family says. "She
gave her time and energy selflessly and she will be painfully missed and
remembered dearly by all who knew her."
A memorial service will begin at 5 p.m. Thursday at the Unitarian Universalist
Church of Davis, 27074 Patwin Road.
Friends of the family have established a fund to assist with educational
expenses for her children. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Janell
Gohring Education Fund, First Northern Bank, 434 Second St., Davis, CA 95616.
(Obituary from the "The Davis Enterprise," Tuesday, October 28, 2003,
(Yolo County, California). Submitted with the permission of the "The
Davis Enterprise," 315 G Street, Davis, CA 95616, <http://www.davisenterprise.com/>.
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BRUHN, STAFFORD
Gordon BRUHN (1925-2003) (obit.)
Gordon Bruhn
Mr. Gordon Bruhn passed away on Saturday, Oct. 11, 2003 in Sacramento.
Born on March 1, 1925 in Winters, he was 78 years old.
Mr. Bruhn came from a Winters pioneer family. He was raised in Winters
and worked for over 40 years in the family business of manufacturing and
selling agricultural pumps. He has been a resident of Sacramento for the
past 15 years.
He is survived by his son, Kurtis Bruhn of Vacaville and a sister, Reva
Stafford of Sacramento.
Mr. Bruhn was preceded in death by a daughter, Kimberlyn Bruhn and a brother,
Meredith Bruhn.
A funeral service was held on Monday, Oct. 20, at Smith's Colonial Chapel in
Winters. Pastor Frank Anderson officiated the service. Burial
followed at the Winters Cemetery.
(Obituary from the "Winters Express," Thursday, October 23, 2003,
(Yolo County). Submitted with the permission of the "Winters
Express," 312 Railroad Ave., Winters, CA 95694. Please note: I
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KILMER, WHITE,
WALLACE
Kenneth Calvin KILMER, Jr. Kenneth Calvin Kilmer Jr. died on Wednesday, Oct. 22, 2003, at Sutter General hospital in Sacramento at the age of 57. Born in Sacramento, Mr. Kilmer resided within Yolo and Sacramento counties for 49 years, having attended Sacramento area schools through high school. His career centered on the automotive industry, from ownership of a Gulf station in Sacramento, to his position as a parts warehouseman with Good Chevrolet in Sacramento. He is survived by daughter Susan White of Winters; sons David Kilmer of Maxwell and Daniel Kilmer of Sacramento; brothers John and James Kilmer, sister Barbara Wallace and father Kenneth C. Kilmer Sr. of Sacramento. Preceding him in death was his mother Barbara Kilmer in 1996. Evergreen Funeral Services of Woodland is assisting the family with arrangements. Services: A memorial service will be scheduled at a later date. (Obituary from the Woodland "Daily Democrat," Sunday, October 26, 2003, (Woodland, Yolo County, California). Submitted with the permission of the "The Daily Democrat," 711 Main St., Woodland, CA 95695. http://www.dailydemocrat.com/ Please note: I am not related to the family listed above, and I do not have any further information on this family.)
RODRIGUEZ-ALVAREZAmalia and Maria Rodriguez-Alvarez Babies Amalia and Maria Rodriguez-Alvarez died at birth on Monday, Sept. 29, 2003, in Davis. Amalia and Maria are survived by parents, Juan and Amalia Rodriguez of Sacramento; paternal grandmother, Maria Castillo of Woodland; and maternal grandparents, Pedro and Amalia Alvarez of Woodland. Arrangements are under the direction of McNary's Chapel of Woodland. Services: A graveside service is scheduled for 10 a.m. Friday, Oct. 3, at Woodland Cemetery in Woodland. (Obituary from the Woodland "Daily Democrat," Thursday, October 2, 2003, (Woodland, Yolo County, California). Submitted with the permission of the "The Daily Democrat," 711 Main St., Woodland, CA 95695. http://www.dailydemocrat.com. Please note: I am not related to the family listed above, and I do not have any further information on this family.)
WHITTEMORE, McENERNEY, SPENCER, LONG
Patricia F. WHITTEMORE (1919-2003) (obit.)
Patricia F. Whittemore
Patricia F. Whittemore, a Davis resident for more than 40 years, died Sept. 13,
2003, at Woodland Memorial Hospital. She was 84.
She was born in Galt on March 21, 1919, to Peter and Lela McEnerney. She
attended Galt High School, then Sacramento City College, where she earned her
associate of arts degree.
In 1940 she married her high school sweetheart, Leland B. Whittemore. They
lived briefly in Folsom before moving to Sacramento, where they began their
family. In 1952 the couple moved to Davis, and she remained here for the rest
of her life.
Patricia enjoyed buying and selling antiques, but her foremost joy was always
her family and time shared together.
She was preceded in death by her son Carl L. Whittemore on Jan. 21, 1975, and
her husband Leland Whittemore on April 2, 1976, as well as her sister Hattie
McEnerney and brother Clare McEnerney.
She is survived by her son, John F. Whittemore of Davis; daughter-in-law Renee
Spencer and her husband Tim of Davis; grandchildren Karin Long of Woodland,
Ryan Whittemore and his wife Erinn of Davis, Roxanne Eggen and her husband
Frankie of Oroville, and Brandon Whittemore of Woodland; eight
great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Friends are invited to attend a graveside service Friday at 11 a.m. at the
Davis Cemetery, 820 Pole Line Road. No calling hours will be set.
Arrangements are under the direction of the Davis Funeral Chapel.
(Obituary from the "The Davis Enterprise," Thursday, September 18,
2003, (Yolo County, California). Submitted with the permission of the
"The Davis Enterprise," 315 G Street, Davis, CA 95616, http://www.davisenterprise.com/.
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DAVIS, LAMPKIN, DEAN, McCREA, BROOKS, WILSON
Geordell LaMar DAVIS (1977-2003) (obit.)
Geordell LaMar Davis
Geordell LaMar Davis died in Sacramento on Thursday, Aug. 28, 2003, at age 26.
Born Jan. 1, 1977, in Santa Ana, Mr. Davis had been a Yolo County resident for
16 years. He attended Zamora Elementary School, Lee Jr. High School, Woodland
High School and Cache Creek High School. He was a self employed car restorer.
Survivors include his father, Robert Davis of Woodland; mother, Christine
Lampkin, also of Woodland; daughter, La Shauna LaMar Davis; and son, Geordell
LaMar Davis, both of Sacramento; fiancee, Sonjia Dean of Sacramento; brother,
Jorell Davis, Jared Lampkin and Jerry (Dee) Lampkin, all of Woodland; sisters,
Andrea McCrea and Yolanda Brooks, both of Texas; grandfather, Soloman Davis of
Woodland. He was preceded in death by his grandmother, Donzella Davis and
grandfather, Jerry Wilson.
Arrangements are under the direction of McNary's Chapel of Woodland.
Services: Visitation is scheduled from 6 to 8 p.m. today Thursday, at McNary's
Chapel, 458 College St., Woodland. A funeral service is scheduled at 2 p.m.
Friday, Sept. 5, also at McNary's Chapel. Service will conclude at the chapel.
(Obituary from the Woodland "Daily Democrat," Friday, September 05,
2003, (Woodland, Yolo County, California). Submitted with the permission
of the "The Daily Democrat," 711 Main St., Woodland, CA 95695. http://www.dailydemocrat.com
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REEVES, BREWER, FISH, HILL, JAMES, HOLLAR, ALONZO, QUIGLEY, ALEC
B. Lorraine REEVES (1949-2003) (obit.)
B. Lorraine Reeves
B. Lorraine Reeves died in Sacramento Monday, Sept. 1, 2003, at age 54.
Born Aug. 19, 1949 in Fresno, Mrs. Reeves had been a Yolo County resident for
10 years. She was a previous resident of Calaveras County, and worked in home
health care for 15 years.
Survivors include her husband, Arylis Reeves of Woodland; son, Robert Fish of
Red Bluff; daughter, Shiela Hill of San Angelo, Texas; sisters, Blanche James
and husband Don, Belle Hollar and husband Joe, both of Woodland, Yalonda Alonzo
and husband Manuel of Madison; brothers, Les Brewer of Madison, Archie Quigley
and wife Lucille of Springfield, Ore., and Jake and Betty Quigley of Siloem
Springs, Ark.; granddaughter, Cheyenne Fish of Red Bluff; grandsons, Chayton
Fish of Red Bluff, Braydon and Triston Hill of San Angelo, Texas. She was
preceded in death by her daughter, Eunice Fish in 1966; sister, Lee Alec in
1999; and brother, Charles Quigley in 2000.
The family requests memorials be directed to American Cancer Society.
Arrangements are under the direction of Evergreen Funeral Service of Woodland.
Services: Private family service to be held.
(Obituary from the Woodland "Daily Democrat," Friday, September 05,
2003, (Woodland, Yolo County, California). Submitted with the permission
of the "The Daily Democrat," 711 Main St., Woodland, CA 95695. http://www.dailydemocrat.com
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LEW, JUE
Betty E. LEW (1927-2003) (obit.)
Betty E. Lew
Betty E. Lew of Davis died in a Sacramento hospital surrounded by family on
Aug. 21, 2003. She was 76.
She was born July 23, 1927, in San Francisco.
She is survived by her husband, William Lew; her mother, Wong Shee Jue; her
sister, Dorothy; brothers, Frank, Jack, Warren and Bill; and children, Karen,
Steven, Cindy and Patricia. She is also survived by five grandchildren and many
nieces and nephews.
A celebration of life will take place at 1 p.m. Wednesday at the University
Covenant Church, 1715 Anderson Road.
The family requests that, in lieu of flowers, remembrances be made to
Sacramento Braille Transcribers Inc., 2791 24th St., Sacramento, CA 95818.
(Obituary from the "The Davis Enterprise," Tuesday, August 26, 2003,
(Yolo County, California). Submitted with the permission of the "The
Davis Enterprise," 315 G Street, Davis, CA 95616, http://www.davisenterprise.com
. Please note: I am not related to the family listed above, and I
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BARBER,
Robert Anthony BARBER (1943-2003) (obit.)
Robert Anthony Barber
Robert Anthony Barber passed away peacefully on Saturday, Aug. 16, 2003 at home
in Sacramento.
Born Feb. 14, 1943, in Woodland, Ca. to the late Betty and Tony Barber. Robert
was raised in Woodland and attended the Holy Rosary Academy there and
Bellarmine College Preparatory in San Jose, class of 1960. He received an
Associate of Arts in Architecture from Menlo College in 1962 and graduated from
University of California, Berkeley in 1965 with a Bachelor of Science in
Business Administration. Robert was part-owner/operator of Barber-Rowland, Inc.
from 1967 through 1986. In the 70's through the mid-1980's he managed in excess
of 15,000 acres of owned and leased farm land. He was known by many as a
charitable man with a kind soul. Along with his parents, his only sister Sondra
preceded him in death. Family and friends are respectfully invited to attend a graveside
service on Wednesday, Aug. 27, 2003 at 10 a.m., Saint Joseph Cemetery, 860 West
Street in Woodland, California. Any remembrances should be donated to the
charity of choice.
(Obituary from the Woodland "Daily Democrat," Saturday, August 23,
2003, (Woodland, Yolo County, California). Submitted with the permission
of the "The Daily Democrat," 711 Main St., Woodland, CA 95695. http://www.dailydemocrat.com
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YARBROUGH, SMITH, LUCITT, EASTON
Olive Rose YARBROUGH (abt. 1917-2003) (obit.)
Olive Rose Yarbrough
Olive Rose Yarbrough died Saturday, Aug. 9, 2003 at Alderson's Convalescent Hospital
in Woodland, at age 86.
Olive resided in the Sacramento and Woodland area most of her life. Olive
touched many lives and was loved by all. Family, friends and Bingo were what
was most important to her. She worked for and retired from Yolo General Hospital
and spent her adult years raising eight children.
Survivors include her sons, Gary and Donna Yarbrough of Shingle Springs,
Michael and Lana Yarbrough of Elk Grove, and Steve Yarbrough of Woodland;
daughter, Linda and Wayne Smith of Zamora; 10 grandchildren; five
great-grandchildren; three stepsons, Jay, Ron and Don; and brother-in-law, Phil
Lucitt. She is preceded in death by her daughter, Judith Ann; son, Kenneth and
sisters, Edith Lucitt and Helen Easton.
Services: A funeral service is scheduled at 2 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 17 at West
Valley Baptist Church in Woodland, 668-1109. Memorials may be sent to Yolo
Hospice, P.O. Box 1014, Davis 95617-1014.
(Obituary from the Woodland "Daily Democrat," Tuesday, August 12,
2003, (Woodland, Yolo County, California). Submitted with the permission
of the "The Daily Democrat," 711 Main St., Woodland, CA 95695. http://www.dailydemocrat.com
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McDONALD,
Douglas B.
McDONALD (abt. 1919-2003) (obit.)
Douglas B.
McDonald
Douglas B.
McDonald died Tuesday, July 29, 2003, at age 84.
Mr. McDonald was a
native of Woodland where he attended and graduated from grammar and high
school. He was the founding partner of McDonald, Saeltzer, Morris, Creegan
& Waddock. He graduated from Stanford University in 1942 with a bachelor of
arts degree in preparatory and legal education. He was a member of Sigma Nu
Fraternity and Phi Delta Phi Legal Fraternity. At the onset of World War II, he
enlisted in the U.S. Marines and fought in the South Pacific at Saipan,
Bougainville and Guadalcanal.
After the war, he
went on to complete his law degree at Stanford University, graduating in 1947.
Following graduation from Stanford Law School in 1947, Mr. McDonald's career in
law began with the firm of Russell Harris in Sacramento, and from there he
moved on to become a partner in Fitzwilliam, Memering & McDonald. In 1962
he left that firm to found the Law Offices of Douglas B. McDonald, the
predecessor to the current firm of McDonald, Saeltzer, Morris, Creegan &
Waddock.
He served as a
Sacramento County settlement conference judge pro tem and as an arbitrator and
mediator. He was a member of the Northern California Association of Defense
Counsel, the American Board of Trial Advocates, the American College of Trial
Lawyers and the International Academy of Trial Lawyers. He was a founding
member of Valley Hi Country Club in Elk Grove. He was also a member of the
Sutter Club, the Downtown Sacramento Rotary Club, and All Saints Episcopal
Church. He was one of the founding members of the Timberland Association of
Home Owners and served as its first president.
Survivors include
his wife of 56 years, Phyllis McDonald; and his two children, D. Scott McDonald
of Elk Grove and Joan McDonald of Sacramento. He was preceded in death by his
father, Judge C. C. McDonald; and his mother Hazel McDonald.
The family
requests memorials be directed to the American Diabetes Association, P.O. Box
2680, North Canton, Ohio, 44720; American Heart Association, 2007 "O"
St., Sacramento,
95814; or the
League to Save Lake Tahoe, 955 Emerald Bay Road, South Lake Tahoe, 96150.
Arrangements are
under the direction of Harry A. Naumann & Son Funeral Directors of
Sacramento.
Services: A
private memorial service was held.
(Obituary from the
Woodland "Daily Democrat," Saturday, August 09, 2003, (Woodland,
Yolo County, California). Submitted with the permission of the
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ROSSON, ENGLISH,
KESSER, ROCHE, BUCKENDORF
Carol Ann ROSSON
(1938-2003) (obit.)
Carol Ann Rosson
Carol Ann Rosson
died July 11, 2003, in Sacramento. She was 64.
Born July 25,
1938, to Geraldine and Harvey English in Washington, she was the oldest of
three children. The family moved to Davis in 1947, and she graduated from Davis
High School in 1956. She met her husband, Charles Rosson, while attending UC
Davis. They were married Oct. 4, 1958, in Davis. Their first child was born a
year later. They spent the next 10 years in San Francisco, where a daughter and
son were born. The family moved to Yuba City in 1970, so Charles could begin
his medical practice.
She devoted her
life to her family. Her interests included playing the piano, reading and
sewing. She also enjoyed snow skiing, water skiing and ice skating with her
children. She and her daughter were members of a precision ice skating team in
Marysville called the Featherettes for several years, competing across Northern
California and performing in local ice shows.
Carol later moved
to Sacramento, where she earned a bachelor's degree from Cal State Sacramento
in 1989.
Over the past 10
years, she became increasingly interested in her artwork. In 1997 she and her
sister presented their collages together in Davis in a show called
"Sisters." Carol was also a volunteer at the Crocker Art Museum in
Sacramento for several years.
She also loved
spending time with her grandchildren, who called her "Nana," and
looked forward to family gatherings, especially birthdays.
She was preceded
in death by her mother, Geraldine Claire English, in 1986.
She is survived by
sons Mark Rosson and his wife Trudi, and Michael Rosson and his wife Cari, all
of Roseville, daughter Belinda Kesser and her husband Keith of Davis,
grandchildren Chase, Tanner and Haleigh Rosson of Roseville and Merek and Quinn
Kesser of Davis, father William Harley English of Davis, sister Janet English
of Davis and brother Bill English of Ukiah.
She is also
survived by niece Jana Roche, her husband Mike and their children, Maren and
Max, of Santa Rosa, niece Kirsten Buckendorf of Seattle and nephew Theo
Buckenodorf and his wife Kirsten of West Sacramento.
A small family remembrance
will be held Saturday at the home of her father.
Memorials may be
sent to Christian Children's Fund, Inc., 2821 Emerywood Parkway, Richmond VA
23294-3728.
(Obituary from the
"The Davis Enterprise," Friday, July 18, 2003, (Yolo County,
California). Submitted with the permission of the "The Davis
Enterprise," 315 G Street, Davis, CA 95616, http://www.davisenterprise.com . Please note: I am not related to the family listed above, and I do not have any
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CARROLL,
RICHARDSON, KILBORN
Frances Whitman
CARROLL (1918-2003) (obit.)
Frances W. Carroll
Frances Whitman
Carroll, founder of the International Friendship Committee and a Davis resident
for more than 50 years, died July 2, 2003. She was 84.
Born Sept. 18,
1918 in Sacramento, the second of four children, she grew up on the San
Francisco Peninsula and graduated from Palo Alto High School. She attended the
University of Washington at Spokane, then joined the Red Cross at the start of
World War II. It was while she was stationed in Tucson, Ariz., that she met and
married Floyd Dale Carroll.
After the war he
completed his doctorate at UC Berkeley, then accepted a position as a professor
of animal science at UC Davis. They spent the next 54 years together in Davis,
until his death in 1998. She moved briefly to Monterey in 2001, returning early
this year.
Fran's greatest
joys were being with people and traveling, her family said.
She volunteered
and entertained on and off campus, and during sabbaticals abroad. She founded
the International Friendship Committee, a group to help international students
at UCD adjust to life in a new country. She also devoted time to public health
organizations, and was particularly interested in helping young women improve
the quality of life for themselves and their children through Planned
Parenthood.
Fran and her
husband traveled extensively during sabbaticals in Sri Lanka, Hawaii, Chile and
Australia, visiting more than 20 countries in all. In Honolulu they found what
they called their "special place" -- after retiring, they split their
time between Hawaii and Davis, where they both enjoyed spending time with
students and friends.
She had an
indomitable spirit and a kind and hopeful word for everyone, her family said.
Never one to complain, she focused instead on encouraging others with her
compassion and humor.
Her sister Ann
called her a "social director," always planning trips and activities
that are now treasured memories for those who took part.
She is survived by
her daughter and son-in-law, Nancy and Rich Richardson of Gilroy, and her
sister Ann Kilborn of Medford, Ore.
At the request of
the deceased, no memorial service will be held.
Donations may be
made in memory of Frances and Floyd Carroll to the Animal Science Memorial Fund. Checks should be made payable
to "Regents of the University of California," and sent to Department
of Animal Science, attention: department chair, UC Davis, One Shields Ave.,
Davis CA, 95616-8521.
(Obituary from the
"The Davis Enterprise," Friday, July 18, 2003, (Yolo County,
California). Submitted with the permission of the "The Davis
Enterprise," 315 G Street, Davis, CA 95616, http://www.davisenterprise.com . Please note: I am not related to the family listed above, and I do not have
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CASTANEDA,
SANDOVAL, VILLANUEVA, HERNANDEZ, SOTO, TORRES, LOPEZ
Alfredo S.
CASTANEDA (1916-2003) (obit.)
Alfredo S.
Castaneda
Alfredo S.
Castaneda died at UC Medical Center, Sacramento on Sunday, July 13, 2003, at
age 87. Born April 17, 1916, in Penjamo, Guanajuato, Mexico, Mr. Castaneda had
been a Yolo County resident for eight years. He was a sheet metal worker for 40
years in Sacramento. Survivors include his daughters, Millie Sandoval and
husband Fred of Woodland, and Vickie Villanueva and husband Augustine of
Sacramento; sons, Frank Hernandez and wife Molly of Phoenix, Ariz., Luis Soto
and wife Charlene of Ethel, Wash., and Joe Soto of Sacramento; 32
grandchildren; 36 great-grandchildren; and 32 great-great-grandchildren. He was
preceded in death by his wife Maria Torres Castaneda; and daughters, Margie
Villanueva and Lilly Lopez. The family requests memorials be directed to the
charity of donor's choice. Arrangements are under the direction of Kraft Bros.
Funeral Directors of Woodland.
Services: A rosary
is scheduled to be recited at 7 p.m. today Wednesday, July 16, at Kraft Bros.
Chapel. A mass of Christian burial is scheduled to be said at 10 a.m. Thursday,
July 17, 2003, at St. Rose Catholic Church, 5961 Franklin Blvd., Sacramento,
with Father Francis Lawlor officiating. Burial will follow at St. Mary's
Cemetery, 6700 21st Ave., Sacramento.
(Obituary from the
Woodland "Daily Democrat," Wednesday, July 16, 2003, (Woodland, Yolo
County, California). Submitted with the
permission of the "The Daily Democrat," 711 Main St., Woodland, CA
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FLANERY, MADRID,
CAUBLE
Lucian Max FLANERY
(1944-2003) (obit.)
Lucian Max Flanery
Lucian Max Flanery
died after a brief bout with cancer in Mercy General Hospital on Wednesday,
July 10, 2003, at age 58.
Born Aug. 25,
1944, in Vallejo, Mr. Flanery grew up in Woodland and attended Woodland
schools. He was the son of Myrt and Lela Flanery, longtime residents of
Woodland. He graduated from Woodland High School in 1962 and served a
three-year tour of duty in the Army. He was a Spec 5 sergeant, serving in the
Special Forces in Germany and Italy. He later earned a bachelor's degree in
political science from Sacramento State University and went on to serve in
several departments in the state of California. He worked for the Division of
Mines and Geology, in the Conservation Department. He had worked as an editor
and photographer for Geology Magazine, and also created numerous shows and
exhibits for mines and geology. He retired from state service on June 20, 2003.
He had lived in Sacramento for the last 25 years.
Survivors include
his wife, Colleen Madrid of Sacramento; stepson, Sean Madrid of Washington;
brother, Michael Flanery of Lemen Valley, Nev.; sister, Jan Flanery Cauble of
Woodland; nieces, Laura and Alyssa Cauble, also both of Woodland; and numerous
aunts; uncles and grandchildren.
Arrangements are
under the direction of Nautilus Society of Sacramento.
Services: A
celebration of his life will be held at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, July 16, at St.
John's United Church of Christ in Woodland, followed by a reception in the
social hall.
(Obituary from the
Woodland "Daily Democrat," Sunday, July 13, 2003, (Woodland, Yolo
County, California). Submitted with the
permission of the "The Daily Democrat," 711 Main St., Woodland, CA
95695. http://www.dailydemocrat.com Please note: I am not related to the family listed above, and I do not have
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AMEN, KARLSTAD,
ELIZONDO, MORELAND, GIGUIERE, BENDER, WITZELBERGER
Hugh Howard AMEN
(1933-2003) (obit.)
Hugh Amen
Hugh Howard Amen,
age 70, died at home in Woodland on Sunday, July 6, 2003, of diabetes. He was
born on March 9, 1933, in Sacramento, the sixth child of Henry and Lydia Amen
and grew up on the Ventura Ranch, most of which today is part of the Woodland
Industrial Park. Hugh attended local schools, graduating from Woodland High
School in 1951 where he excelled in sports and was cocaptain of the 1950
Sac-Joaquin championship football team. He attended Sacramento Junior College
before enlisting in the U.S. Navy (1952-1956) where he served aboard the U.S.S.
Rogers. Following military service Hugh attended Oregon Technical Institute. He
was employed by Yolo County, retiring from the Sheriff's Department in 1984. In
retirement Hugh enjoyed traveling, watching his grandchildren participate in
various sporting events and restoring his 1954 Ford convertible.
He is survived by
his wife of 46 years, Ruth Karlstad Amen, daughters and sons-in-law, Stephanie
and Franc Elizondo and Brenda and Tom Moreland; and grandchildren, Ashleigh
Ruth Moreland and Wyatt Hugh Moreland, all of Woodland. Also surviving are
brothers, Hank and Elmer Amen; sister, Pat Giguiere; sister-in-law, Linda Amen;
brother-in-law, Stan Bender; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Hugh was preceded
in death by his parents; brother, Jack Amen; sister, Evelyn Bender; and
sisters-in-law, Margaret Amen and DeeDee Amen; and his best friend Jack
Witzelberger.
A private
graveside service will be held at 10 a.m. Wednesday, July 9, 2003, at Monument
Hill Memorial Park, with Dr. Jerry Pedersen of the Lutheran Church officiating.
Interment will be at Monument Hill Memorial Park. Memorials may be directed to
Yolo Hospice, P.O. Box 1014, Davis 95617.
Kraft Bros.
Funeral Directors of Woodland is assisting the family with arrangements.
Inquiries may be made by calling 662-4658.
(A photograph of
Hugh Amen is included with this obituary.)
(Obituary from the
Woodland "Daily Democrat," Wednesday, July 9, 2003, (Woodland, Yolo
County, California). Submitted with the
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PIMENTEL, SILVA,
RUDORF
Joe Brazil
PIMENTEL (1921-2003) (obit.)
Joe Brazil
Pimentel
Joe Brazil
Pimentel died Friday, June 20, 2003, at Palm Gardens in Woodland at the age of
81 of cancer. Mr. Pimentel was born on Dec. 9, 1921, in Woodland and was a
resident of Sacramento for 30 years before returning to Woodland in 1999. He
worked as a truck driver for Hedlund Lumber co., and McLaughn Co. for many
years until his retirement. He also served in the U.S. Army during World War II
with the 71th Division 5th Infantry Regiment European Theater in Germany and
France. Mr. Pimentel was a life member of VFW Post 1985 of Woodland, Cabrillo
Club No. 26 and a member of Holy Rosary Church. He is survived by his sons,
Frank and wife Lena of Peabody, Mass., and Ralph and partner Beth of
Sacramento, as well as grandsons, Joseph and Frankie Pimentel of Peabody and
Ryan Pimentel of Sacramento. Other survivors include his sisters, Mamie and
husband Joe Silva of Woodland, Bertie and husband Jerry Rudorf of Bakersfield;
brother, John and wife Dorothy Pimentel of Patterson; as well as by numerous
nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by parents, Frank and Mary
Pimentel, brothers John and James Pimentel and his former wife LaVerne
Pimentel.
North Sacramento
Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. The family prefers contributions to
Yolo Hospice, P.O. Box 1014, Davis, 95617, and Holy Rosary Church.
Services: A
memorial service is scheduled for 10 a.m., Monday, June 30, at Holy Rosary
Church in Woodland, with Father John Boll officiating. Interment will follow at
Monument Hill Memorial Park in the veteran's area.
(Obituary from the
Woodland "Daily Democrat," Wednesday, June 25, 2003, (Woodland, Yolo
County, California). Submitted with the
permission of the "The Daily Democrat," 711 Main St., Woodland, CA
95695. http://www.dailydemocrat.com Please note: I am not related to the family listed above, and I do not have
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MORLAN, STIRN,
GRAF, SPIEGEL, THOMAS, QUINLEY, PLOCHER, WASSLER
Frances Charlotte MORLAN
(1911-2003)
Frances
Morlan (obit.)
Frances Charlotte
Morlan died on Thursday, June 12, 2003 at the Laurel Creek Health Centerin
Fairfield where she had resided the last three years. The cause of death was
Alzheimer's Diseases. Mrs. Morlan was the last of four children born to Sophie
and Charles Stirn, and was born April 7, 1911 in Sacramento, Ca. When Fran was
age 10 she moved to Winters with her family who owned and operated a bakery
there. Fran said she worked in the bakery at the counter though she wasn't tall
enough to see over.
Mrs. Morlan
attended grade and high schools in Winters. At Winters High School she was an
athlete, participating in tennis, and for four years she ws active in both
basketball and baseball. She won many trophies throughout her high school years
for her proficiency in typing. She used that skill as the business manager of
"The Poppy" yearbook in 1928.
She graduated from
Winters High School in 1929, and returned to Sacramento where she was employed
by the California Western States Life Insurance Company. She was later employed
by Heieck Supply in Sacramento.
As a young woman
Mrs. Morlan continued her love of sports, becoming a multi-sport talent over
the years. She was a member of the California Western States Life ladies softball
team for many years, including 1937 when the team won the Sacramento City
Championship. She was a long-time member of the German Turn Verein women's
basketball team in Sacramento, and was a participant in 1934 and 1935 when the
team won the Municipal Basketball League Championship. In addition, she was a
participant on the women's Turn Verein 1942 volleyball team which won the
Municipal Volleyball League Championship. Other sports in which she
participated include swimming, diving, gymnastics, and badminton. During these
same years she performed in vaudeville using dancing and acting talents she
initially developed during high school. In later life she developed an interest
in golf and was a member first of the Del Paso Heights Country Club in Sacramento,
and later in the Yolo Fliers Club of Woodland. She was especially proud of her
hole-in-one at the Yolo Fliers Club, Hole No. 7 for 127 yards on May 16, 1978.
Mrs. Morlan and
her husband, Norval, were high school classmates who, after an intervening period,
renewed their relationship and married in March 1963. They lived in Carmichael
until 1974 when they retired to Woodland. In addition to Mrs. Morlan's
affiliation with Yolo Fliers Club she was a long-time member of the Woodland
Memorial Hospital Auxiliary and Holy Rosary Church.
She was preceded
in death by her husband, Norval in 1987; and by her brother, Alfred Stirn; and
sisters Clemence Graf and Louise Spiegel. She is survived by nephews Alfred
Graf and wife Kay of Winters, and Alfred C. Stirn and wife Charlene of
Orangevale, and her nieces, Barbara Thomas and husband Jack of Winters, and
Gail Quinley and husband Richard of Sacramento. Further, she is survived by her
sister-in-law Wilda Plocher of Sacramento; her cousin, Yvonne Wassler of
Nothalten, France; and by numerous grandnieces and grandnephews.
A graveside
service will be conducted at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, June 17, 2003, in the Winters
Cemetery.
In lieu of
flowers, those wishing to make memorial donations may send them to the Alzheimer's
Association, 2222 Watt Ave., Suite D-1, Sacramento, Ca. 95825; or to the
donor's favorite charity.
Smith's Colonial
Chapel of Winters is assisting with the arrangements.
(Obituary from the
Woodland "Daily Democrat," Monday, June 16, 2003, (Woodland, Yolo
County, California). Submitted with the
permission of the "The Daily Democrat," 711 Main St., Woodland, CA
95695. http://www.dailydemocrat.com Please note: I am not related to the family listed above, and I do not have
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BARRETO-WOODS, BARRETO, WOODS
Stephanie Kathleen BARRETO-WOODS (1988-2003)
(obit.)
Stephanie Barreto-Woods
Stephanie Kathleen Barreto-Woods died June
1, 2003, surrounded by loved ones in her
Sacramento home. She was 14.
Born Dec. 20, 1988, in San Jose, she lived
in Davis from the time she was 10 until she was
13. She attended Patwin Elementary School
and Emerson Junior High School.
Though diagnosed with a brain tumor,
Stephanie remained positive, her family said. Always
full of life, she loved her family and
friends, and was a fan of pop music -- Corey Clark of
"American Idol" fame visited her
less than a month before her death.
She is survived by her mother Kathleen and stepfather
Everett Woods, her twin sister
Jacqueline, sister Samantha and brother
Thomas, sister-in-law Alisha, niece Makana, great
aunts Mary and Margaret, uncle Matt, cousins
and friends.
The viewing is today from 2 to 6 p.m. at
Thompson Funeral Home, 3601 Fifth Ave., in
Sacramento. A funeral will be held Thursday
at Greater St. Stephen Baptist Church, 6380 63rd
St., Sacramento.
(Obituary from the "The Davis
Enterprise," Thursday, June 5, 2003, (Yolo County, California).
Submitted with the permission of the
"The Davis Enterprise," 315 G Street, Davis, CA 95616,
http://www.davisenterprise.com Please note: I am not related to the family listed above,
and I do not have any further information on
this family.)
KREBS, DUNCAN, FRANKLIN, WARD, LINDSTROM,
WALDO
Ward C. KREBS (1913-2003) (obit.)
Ward C. Krebs
Ward C. Krebs died Monday, June 2, 2003, at
age 90. Born Feb. 21, 1913 in Sacramento to
Harry G. and Lillis N. Krebs, Mr. Krebs grew
up in Sacramento where he graduated from
Sacramento High School and Sacramento Junior
College. He graduated from Stanford
University in 1934 with a bachelor of arts
degree in political science. He worked for California
State Relief Administration, and the American
Trust Company, now Wells Fargo Bank, as a
messenger. He retired in 1978. He served in
several positions with the Boys Scouts, first as
president of the Bay Area Council and later
of Western Region. He was also a member of the
Episcopal Church of Saint Matthew in San
Mateo, where he served a term as senior warden.
He married Eleanor Blauth Duncan on Sept.
11, 1937 in the Stanford Chapel. They were
married for 54 years and had one child,
until she died in 1992. He later married Dorothy Weil
Franklin.
Survivors include his son, Robert 'Rob'
Krebs and his wife, Anne of Lake Forest, Ill.; and their
children, Robert Ward, Elisabeth Lindstrom
and Duncan Lindstrom Krebs; sister, Nancy Waldo
of Greeley, Colo.; and four nieces and
nephews. He was preceded in death by his wives,
Eleanor Blauth Duncan, in 1992 and Dorothy
Weil Franklin in 1999; and his brother, Swanston
Krebs. The family requests memorials be
directed to St. Matthew's Episcopal Church, 1 So. El
Camino Real, San Mateo, 94401. Arrangements
are under the direction of Crosby-N. Gray &
Co. Funeral Directors of Burlingame.
Services: Private services will be held.
(Obituary from the Woodland "Daily
Democrat," Thursday, June 05, 2003, (Woodland, Yolo
County, California). Submitted with the permission of the
"The Daily Democrat," 711 Main St.,
Woodland, CA 95695. http://www.dailydemocrat.com Please note: I am not related to the
family listed above, and I do not have any
further information on this family.)
John C. TUCKER (1948-2003)
John C. Tucker
John C. Tucker of Rancho Cordova died March
7, 2003, at the UC Davis Medical Center. He
was 55.
He was born March 28, 1948, in Woodland to
Katrine J. and John M. Tucker.
Preceded in death by his mother, in 1988, he
is survived by his father, a Davis resident, and
brother Peter A. Tucker, sister Carolyn M.
Tucker and nephew Carson S. Mack, all of
Sacramento.
A private ceremony was held at Davis
Cemetery, with arrangements by Davis Funeral Chapel.
A donation may be made in John C. Tucker's
name to the United Cerebral Palsy Association,
191 Lathrop Way, Suite N, Sacramento CA
95815 or by phone at (916) 565-7700.
(Obituary from the "The Davis
Enterprise," Wednesday, May 28, 2003, (Yolo County,
California). Submitted with the permission of the "The Davis
Enterprise," 315 G Street, Davis,
CA 95616, http://www.davisenterprise.com Please note: I am not related to the family
listed above, and I do not have any further
information on this family.)
EDGINGTON, SUTTEER, YOUTZ, RIED, SOUZA,
JONES, CORONA, DORTHALINA,
MILTON, SMITH, MOODY
Kerrell "Babe" W. EDGINGTON
(1927-2003) (obit.)
Kerrell "Babe" W. Edgington
Kerrell "Babe" W. Edgington born
Sept. 3, 1927 in Sacramento died Saturday, May 3, 2003 in Woodland Memorial
Hospital at age 75.
He lived in Yolo County all of his adult
life and made Woodland his home. He loved to hunt, fish and go camping. He
loved to cook and have barbecue's with his family and friends.
Mr. Edgington served a tour of duty in the
Navy during WW II as a radio man 3rd Class aboard the U.S.S. Mobile from Oct.
15, 1943 to April 18, 1946. He belonged to the VFW and the American Legion. Mr.
Edgington drove truck for A. W. Hays and worked as bartender for the Shanty
until he retired in 1989.
Mr. Edgington is survived by his wife, Etta
Richardson Edgington. Daughters, Joyce Edgington, Patty Sutteer and husband
George, Debbie Youtz and boyfriend Patrick Ried. Sons, Michael Edgington, Dan Edgington and Tim Edgington. Nine
grandchildren, Michael Edgington II, Robin
Souza, Rick Jones and Kari Youtz, Danielle
Dorthalina, Ben and Jaimi Edgington and Tashina Corona and Casey Sutteer. Five
great-grandchildren, Mariah and Kaylee Corona, Hailie Dorthalina, Shayne and
Haley Souza. He is also survived by his
sister, Gertrude Milton; brother, David Edgington and wife Gail; and
sister-in-law, Gerry Edgington; as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his infant son,
Thomas Edgington; infant grandson, Thomas Jones; parents, George and Hazel
Edgington; brothers, Harold and James Edgington; and sisters, Betty Smith, Nell
Moody and Faith Edgington.
A graveside service will be held at the
Capay Cemetery in Esparto Friday, May 9, 2003, at 2 p.m.
McNary's Chapel of Woodland is assisting the
family with arrangements.
(A photograph of Mr. Edgington is included
with this obituary.)
(Obituary from the Woodland "Daily
Democrat," Thursday, May 08, 2003, (Woodland, Yolo County,
California). Submitted with the
permission of the "The Daily Democrat," 711 Main St., Woodland, CA
95695. http://www.dailydemocrat.com Please note: I am not related to the
family listed above, and I do not have any
further information on this family.)
RICHARDSON,
FREITAS
Thomas
Henry RICHARDSON (1946-2003) (obit.)
Thomas
H. Richardson
Thomas
Henry Richardson of Davis, a kind, thoughtful and generous man, died suddenly on
April 26, 2003. Born Sept. 4, 1946, in Lodi to Charles and Alleen Richardson,
he grew up in Isleton and graduated from Rio Vista High School, Cal State Chico
and was a member of the Sig Ep fraternity.
He
had a depth of knowledge and experience. He was actively involved with
Cooperative Community Energy, served as a consultant in various management
capacities, was a strong supporter of Boy Scouts of America, an inspired Sunday
school teacher, a dynamic leader of Adventure Unlimited youth group, and an active
father in support of his sons.
He
was a skilled hot-air balloon pilot, served as mayor of Crestone, Colo., and
was a dedicated member of the Christian Science Church in Davis.
He
was the devoted husband of Laurie Q. Richardson, and the loving father of
Christian and Ryan Richardson, whom he adored.
Other
survivors include his sister, Rhoda Freitas, brother-in-law Leonard Freitas,
nephews and niece Tom, Zack and Robyn Freitas of San Antonio; sister-in-law
Dolores Richardson and nephews Greg and David Richardson of Northern
California.
A
memorial service will begin at 3 p.m. Sunday, May 18, at Veterans' Memorial
Center, 203 E. 14th St. in Davis.
In
lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to The Richardson Children's Education
Fund, c/o First Northern Bank, 434 Second St., Davis, CA 95616, or Adventure
Unlimited 5201 South Quebec St., Greenwood Village, CO 80111.
(Obituary from the "The Davis Enterprise," Tuesday, May 6, 2003, (Yolo County, California). Submitted with the permission of the "The Davis Enterprise," 315 G Street, Davis, CA 95616,
http://www.davisenterprise.com
. Please note: I am not related to the family listed above,
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BAIRD,
STEPHENS, WEST, PECKHAM, BRADBURY, BEST, STEPHENS
Aloise
"Tuffy" STEPHENS BAIRD (1917-2003) (obit.)
Aloise
"Tuffy" Stephens Baird
Aloise
"Tuffy" Stephens Baird died in Carmichael Monday, April 28, 2003,
at
age 86.
Born
April 23, 1917 in Woodland, Ca., Mrs. Baird was one of five children born to
Lawrence H. and Bertie A. Stephens. She resided in Carmichael for the past 36
years. She was a native of California and attended the Holy Rosary Academy in
Woodland, and UC Berkeley where she
was
a member of the Delta Gamma Sorority. She was an harpist. She was a member of
the Carmichael Geranium Club.
Survivors
include her daughter, Deborah Baird West; son, William Forrest Baird III; granddaughter
Annalise Baird; sisters, Bertie Bruce, Antoinette Peckham and Susie Bradbury;
sister-in-law, Bernice Best; as well as many cousins, nieces and nephews. She
was preceded in death by her husband, William Forrest Baird Jr.; and brother,
Lawrence A. Stephens.
The
family requests memorials be directed to the American Cancer Society.
Arrangements are under the direction of McNary's Chapel of Woodland.
Services:
A mass and celebration is scheduled at 11 a.m. Tuesday, May 6, at Our Lady of
Assumption Catholic Church, 5057 Cottage Way in Carmichael. Graveside services
will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, May 7, at Woodland Cemetery, 800 West St.,
Woodland.
(Obituary
from the Woodland "Daily Democrat," Saturday May 03, 2003, (Woodland,
Yolo County, California). Submitted
with the permission of the "The Daily Democrat," 711 Main St.,
Woodland, CA 95695. http://www.dailydemocrat.com Please note: I am not related to the
family
listed above, and I do not have any further information on this family.)
SCHIMMEL,
VERMEER, SCHEFFER
Arie
SCHIMMEL (1914-2003) (obit.)
Arie
Schimmel
Arie
Schimmel died on April 28, 2003, at the Sacramento home of his daughter, Ardys
Schimmel, with his wife of 63 years and other family members at his bedside. He
was 88 years old. The cause of his death was congestive heart failure.
Born
on Aug. 20, 1914, on a farm southeast of Sioux Center, Iowa, he was the son of
Albert and Dena (Vermeer) Schimmel. He graduated from rural school in 1928 and
began farming with his father. In 1933 he moved with his parents to a farm two
miles southeast of Sioux Center, where he lived for the next 43 years.
On
June 8, 1939, he married Magdalene Scheffer in the Carmel Reformed Church.
The
couple moved to a home on acreage on his parent's farm near Sioux Center. In
1951 his family exchanged homes with his parents and he and his wife lived
there until 1976, when they moved to Sioux Center. In 1993 they moved to Davis,
to be near family. They resided here until
March
2003, when they moved to The Atrium retirement home in Carmichael.
After
marrying, Arie owned and operated corn shellers and farmed with his father. He
also operated a threshing machine for Wandscheer Brothers for a number of years.
In 1944, he sold his corn shellers, expanded his farming operation, and started
milking, developing a purebred Aryshire dairy herd. After selling his herd in
1959, he expanded his cattle and hog operation. He retired from daily farming
when he moved to Sioux Center.
During
his years of farming, he was active in the Farm Bureau. On two different
occasions, his family hosted International Farm Youth exchange students: the
first, Kees Perdock from the Netherlands, spent a year with the Schimmel family
in 1954 and 1955; the second, Gopal Krishna,
spent
the summer of 1958.
Arie
became a 4-H club leader in 1950. He was a member of the Sioux County Youth
Fair board and was its president during its years of expansion and a move to a
new site. From 1958 to 1983, he was a salesman for DeKalb seed corn.
In
1974 he was appointed to the Sioux County Board of Supervisors, filling a
vacancy. He was elected in successive elections until retiring in 1992, serving
as board chairman for many years.
In
his free time he played and managed for softball teams, and he liked to hunt
and fish. An active sports fan, he followed the Sioux Center High School and
Northwestern College athletic teams. After moving to California, he became an
avid San Francisco Giants and 49ers fan, as
well
as a Sacramento Kings supporter. He enjoyed family gatherings, and he was
exceedingly fond of his grandchildren.
An
active member of the First Reformed Church in Sioux Center until 1990, he and
his wife then helped organize Sioux Center's New Life Reformed Church. In
Davis, he joined the Davis Community Church. At his death, his membership was
being transferred to Christ Community Church in Carmichael.
He
is survived by his wife and his four children, Allan of Philadelphia, Pa.; Leon
of Davis; Ardys of Sacramento; and Nancy of Salem, Ore. He is also survived by
10 grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his
sister, Harriet W. Vermeer.
In
accordance with his wishes, his body was cremated upon his death.
A
memorial service will be held at Christ Community Church on Saturday, June 14,
at 10:30 a.m. The family requests that contributions, in lieu of flowers, be
made in his name to the New Life Reformed Church in Sioux Center.
(Obituary
from the "The Davis Enterprise," Sunday, May 4, 2003, (Yolo County,
California). Submitted with the
permission of the "The Davis Enterprise," 315 G Street, Davis, CA
95616,
http://www.davisenterprise.com
. Please note: I am not related to the family listed above,
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MARTINEZ,
Christopher
F. "Chris" MARTINEZ
Christopher
F. "Chris" Martinez
Chris
Martinez, a lifelong resident of Winters, passed away on Tuesday, April 8, 2003
at U. C. Davis Medical Center in Sacramento, from cancer. Born on Dec. 11, 1965 in Sacramento to Tony
and Frances Martinez, he was 37 years old.
Chris
attended school in Dixon and graduated from Dixon High School. He worked for several years for Wells Fargo
Bank as an ATM repairman. His last
employment was with AT&T in the collections division.
Chris
is survived by his parents, Tony and Frances Martinez of Winters, his brother
Joe Martinez of Winters and his sister Rosemarie Martinez of Clearlake. Chris also leaves numerous other relatives.
The
rosary was held on Monday, April 14 at Smith's Colonial Chapel. The funeral mass was celebrated on Tuesday,
April 15 at St. Anthony Catholic Church.
Burial followed at the Winters Cemetery.
(Obituary
from the "Winters Express," Thursday, April 24, 2003, (Yolo
County). Submitted with the permission
of the "Winters Express," 312 Railroad Ave., Winters, CA 95694. Please note: I am not related to the family listed above, and I do not have
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family.)
AUCLAIR,
Nicole
AUCLAIR (1981-2003) (obit.)
Nicole
Auclair
Nicole
Auclair, a 1999 Davis High School graduate, died on March 29, 2003, after a
yearlong battle with cancer. She was 21.
Born
on Sept. 30, 1981, in Sacramento, she spent the first three years of her life
in Davis. Her family moved to Santa Barbara, then Colorado, before returning in
1987. She attended Valley Oak Elementary, St. James Elementary, Holmes Junior
High and Davis High School.
She
began taking piano lessons at age 6 and remained active in both music and
theater throughout her life. At Davis High School she participated in the Jazz
Choir, Jazz Band and Orchestra and served on the high school's Drama Advisory
Board. She also participated in many
musical
theater productions both inside and outside of school.
After
she graduated from DHS, her family moved to Walnut Creek and she enrolled at UC
Santa Cruz.
In
February 2002, doctors diagnosed her with Ewing's sarcoma, a rare childhood
cancer. She survived nearly nine months of heavy treatment and a stem-cell
transplant, and her cancer was declared in remission during the fall of 2002.
She returned to college during the winter quarter of
2003,
intent on graduating in 2004. Then her cancer resurfaced in February.
She
is survived by her parents, Margli and Philippe Auclair, and her younger
sister, Mikaela.
Her
family has planned a memorial service and celebration of her life for 2 p.m. Sunday
at Mount Diablo Unitarian Church in Walnut Creek.
In
lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate donations in Nicole's memory to
"The Nicole Auclair Memorial Music Scholarship Fund." Checks may be
made out to "UCSC Foundation/Nicole Auclair Fund" and mailed to
University of California, Santa Cruz, Attn: Arts Development, Porter College
D-164, University of California, 1156 High St., Santa Cruz, CA
95064.
(Obituary
from the "The Davis Enterprise," Wednesday April 23, 2003, (Yolo
County, California). Submitted with the
permission of the "The Davis Enterprise," 315 G Street, Davis, CA
95616, http://www.davisenterprise.com
. Please note: I am not related to the family listed above,
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STEUBING,
FENNER, ZAMECNIK, HENDRICKS
Margaret
Anne (FENNER) STEUBING (1940-2003) (obit.)
Margaret
A. (Fenner) Steubing
Margaret
Anne (Fenner) Steubing died on April 3, 2003, in Carmichael, just two days after
her 42nd wedding anniversary to her best friend and husband Bud Steubing.
Born
in Toronto, Canada, on Feb. 16, 1940, she was 63 years old.
Her
greatest gift was her compassion for her family and for everyone she met. She
had the uncanny ability to make people feel unique. When she was with you, you
were the most important person in the world. She had a real affinity for
children. She firmly believed that youths should have a safe place to stay.
Based on this belief, she never locked her front door and over time, many
youths, mostly teenagers, would walk to the Steubing house for lunch, or just
come over to talk to her about their
problems.
This
therapist role carried over to her work as founder and owner of Davis Time for
Travel. Many of her clients would just come in to talk. As one client told her,
"You know more about my family than I do!"
Life
was her adventure. An avid traveler, she spent time exploring Europe and Asia,
and loved spontaneous trips with her family and friends to catch something
exciting happening near her own back yard. She loved to read, enjoyed the
theater, voraciously followed politics and humanitarian issues, and supported
local artists, art organizations, children's charities, and other local causes.
Most
of all, her passion and love was for her husband and children. Family
gatherings, hanging out and talking with her kids, and trips to their summer
home at Six-Mile Lake in Canada were priceless and highly treasured moments to
her.
She
began her career as the youngest manager for Mohawk Airlines while living with
her husband in Rochester, N.Y. The family moved to Davis in 1966, and she
worked for American Airlines. She was active in the Davis Parent Nursery School
and various community groups such as STEAC.
She
graduated with honors from UC Davis in 1981 with a degree in sociology. After
graduation, she became a social worker and made it a practice to bring clients
(usually children from broken homes) to the Steubing house for love and family
life. On many occasions, they stayed for months and even years.
In
1983, she founded Davis Time for Travel, a local travel agency now operated by
daughter Heather Zamecnik in Davis. She retired in 1997.
She
is survived by husband Bud Steubing of Woodland, children Heather Anne Zamecnik
and her children Jacob Alan Zamecnik and Kayla Anne Zamecnik of Dixon, Bruce
Steubing and his wife Debra Steubing of Carmichael, Susan Steubing of
Carmichael, Michael Steubing of Woodland, and parents Margaret and Bruce Fenner
of Toronto, and sister Barbara Hendricks of Toronto.
An open house celebration to honor her life will be from noon to 4 p.m. Saturday at Heather Zamecnik's residence, 1620 Miwok Court in Dixon.
In
lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made in her name to the children's
charity of the donor's choice.
(Obituary
from the "The Davis Enterprise," Thursday, April 10, 2003, (Yolo
County, California). Submitted with the
permission of the "The Davis Enterprise," 315 G Street, Davis, CA
95616,
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Cecil
Cruz SOLORZANO Sr. (?-2003) (obit.)
Cecil
Cruz Solorzano Sr.
Cecil
Cruz Solorzano Sr. died in Woodland Saturday, March 1, 2003.
Born
in Sacramento, Mr. Solorzano had been a Yolo County resident for 30 years. He
served in the Navy during World War II. He was self taught musician. He was a
long time volunteer for Woodland's Senior Center.
Survivors
include his wife of 49 years, Betty Solorzano of Woodland; sons, Cecil Cruz
Solorzano Jr., Jimmie Cruz Solorzano, Richard Cruz Solorzano; and daughter,
Deborah Lynn Solorzano; 16 grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren. He was
preceded in death by his mother, Francisca Jimenez; brother, Val Solorzano;
aunt Clara; and great grandson, Alexander Van Horn.
Arrangements
are under the direction of McNary's Chapel of Woodland.
Services:
Private burial is scheduled at Monument Hill Memorial Park, Woodland. No
service are scheduled.
(Obituary
from the Woodland "Daily Democrat," Wednesday, March 05, 2003,
(Woodland, Yolo County, California).
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Main St., Woodland, CA 95695.
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family.)
Hatsuye
(SHIMAMOTO) NAKAMURA (1916-2003) (obit.)
Hatsuye
(Shimamoto) Nakamura
Hatsuye
(Shimamoto) Nakamura of Woodland passed away in her home on Wednesday, Feb. 26,
2003, at the age of 86. Born in Isleton, Ca. on April 8, 1916, Mrs. Nakamura
has been a resident of Woodland for 60 years.
When
she was a child, her family returned to their small farm in Kiri Kushi, Japan,
where she was raised and attended school. She worked on the family farm, and in
1940 returned to California and married Dick R. Nakamura of Woodland. During
WWII, they were interned in the Japanese relocation camp in Amache, Colo.
Together they raised six children in Woodland: Louise, Jerry, Pearl, Tom,
David, and Alan. She was a devoted wife and mother for the remainder of her
life.
She
is survived by her husband of 63 years; her brothers, George Shimamoto of Irvine,
Texas, William Shimamoto and wife Alice of El Cerrito; sisters, Misao Habara
and Mitsuno Shirokoma of Japan; children, Louise Kanda and husband Shigeo of
Chico, Jerry Nakamura and wife Carole of Sunnyvale, Bob Uyeda (Pearl's husband)
of Sacramento, Tom Nakamura of Woodland, David Nakamura and wife Peggy of
Carmichael, and Alan Nakamura and wife Carrie of Woodland; 10 grandchildren;
four great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews.
A
private memorial service was held on Sunday, March 2, at the Sacramento
Buddhist Church. In lieu of flowers or memorials, the family of Hatsuye
Nakamura requests that donations be made to the Buddhist Church of Sacramento,
2401 Riverside Blvd., Sacramento 95818; or to the charity of donor's choice.
McNary's
Chapel of Woodland assisted the family with arrangements.
(Obituary
from the Woodland "Daily Democrat," Tuesday, March 04, 2003,
(Woodland, Yolo County, California).
Submitted with the permission of the "The Daily Democrat," 711
Main St., Woodland, CA 95695.
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family.)
Cynthia
Jane Alexander LaPORTA (1961-2002) (obit.)
Cynthia
Jane Alexander LaPorta
Cynthia
Jane Alexander LaPorta died Dec. 7, 2002. She was 41 years old.
Ms.
LaPorta was born in Sacramento. She had been a resident of Woodland from 1964
to 1976.
She
is survived by her two children Matthew Alexander LaPorta and Jessica Diane
LaPorta; her mother Leslie Alexander, father Alex "Babe" Alexander,
sisters Susan and Laura, as well as by numerous nephews and nieces.
Services:
A memorial Mass was held Thursday, Dec. 12, 2002 at St. Francis of Assisi
Catholic Church in Burien, Seattle, Wash.
(Obituary
from the Woodland "Daily Democrat," Thursday, February 27, 2003,
(Woodland, Yolo County, California).
Submitted with the permission of the "The Daily Democrat," 711
Main St., Woodland, CA 95695.
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family.)
Delbert
Lee ANDERSON (1934-2003) (obit.)
Delbert
Lee Anderson
Delbert
Lee Anderson born in Sacramento on Dec. 29, 1934. He passed away at Alderson's
Convalescent Hospital in Woodland on Tuesday, Feb. 18, 2003, at age 68.
Del
was born and raised in Sacramento, and attended Sacramento High School. His
mother's families, descended from Joel and Emmarine Clark Wood who came to
Capay Valley in 1850, were early settlers in Yolo County. Del has been a
resident of Woodland for the past seven years. He served four years in the Navy
during the Korean conflict. Del's career as a California Highway Patrolman
spanned 22 years. He retired as a sergeant in the South Sacramento office.
While his sons were growing up, Del became very involved in the Boy Scouts of
America. He loved sports of all kinds and was a very competitive participant He
was an active member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints having
served as a bishop, a branch president while serving a full-time mission in New
York City, a temple worker and many other callings.
Del
is survived by his loving wife of 48 years, Fern Anderson. He is also survived
by his five children; Dean Anderson of Washington, D.C., Duane Anderson of
Sacramento, Mark Anderson of Woodland, Brent Anderson of Miami, Fla. and Denise
Ludwig of Yuba City. He is also survived by 20 grandchildren, one
great-grandson, as well as numerous other family members. His brothers, Joel
and Dale Anderson, preceded him in death.
A
memorial service will be held at noon Saturday, Feb. 22, 2003, at the Stake
Center of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 850 Pioneer Avenue,
Woodland.
Contributions
may be made to The American Diabetes Association.
(Obituary
from the Woodland "Daily Democrat," Thursday, February 20, 2003,
(Woodland, Yolo County, California).
Submitted with the permission of the "The Daily Democrat," 711
Main St., Woodland, CA 95695.
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family.)
Linda
Marie WACKER (1955-2003) (obit.)
Linda
Marie Wacker
Linda
Marie Wacker died in Modesto on Friday, Feb. 7, 2003, at age 47.
Born
Sept. 21, 1955, in Sacramento, Ms. Wacker had been a Yolo County resident for
20 years. She was a Woodland resident for two years. She had a stained glass
shop and gave lessons. When she moved to Sacramento she became a sales
representative for lighting company. She grew up in Broderick.
Survivors
include her daughter, Desiree Mazingo and husband Travis of Maui; granddaughter
Nevaeh; sisters, Diana Pearson and husband Dean of Woodland, Kathy Shannon and
husband Brian of Modesto and Joan Emrie and husband Steven of St. Louis;
brothers, Mike Dowell and wife Edie of St. Louis and Roger Miller and wife Ann
of Ozarks; five nieces and four nephews.
Arrangements
are under the direction of Elk Grove Funeral Chapel.
Services:
Visitation is scheduled from 4 to 8 p.m. today Wednesday, Feb. 12, and from 10 a.m.
to 8 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 13. Funeral service is scheduled at 1 p.m. Friday,
Feb. 14, 2003, at 9101 Elk Grove Blvd., Elk Grove.
(Obituary
from the Woodland "Daily Democrat," Wednesday, February 12, 2003,
(Woodland, Yolo County, California).
Submitted with the permission of the "The Daily Democrat," 711
Main St., Woodland, CA 95695.
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Bonnie
Jean FRESHWATER (1916-2002) (obit.)
Bonnie
Jean Freshwater
Bonnie
Jean Freshwater died in Sutter General Hospital in Sacramento Tuesday, Dec. 17,
2002, at age 86.
Born
April 21, 1916, in Wenatchee, Wash., Mrs. Freshwater was the daughter of the
late Clayton M. and Olive Pierce.
Mrs.
Freshwater was a resident of Sacramento at the time of her death. She lived in
Woodland for several years and worked at The Daily Democrat as a columnist and
as the Women's Page editor, retiring in 1977 after several years of work. She
served on the Woodland Library Board and was a founding member of the Rose
Club.
She
is survived by her sons, Philip C. Freshwater and wife Jeanne of Elk Grove, and
Jeremy Freshwater and wife Jackie of Brigham City, Utah.
Mrs.
Freshwater was preceded in death by her husband of 43 years, Philip C.
Freshwater; and daughter, Kathryn.
A
memorial service is scheduled for 11 a.m. Friday, Jan. 3, at St. Lukes Episcopal
Church, Second Street and Lincoln Avenue in Woodland.
McNary's
Chapel is assisting the family with arrangements.
A
fee has been paid to reprint this obituary.
(Obituary
from the "The Daily Democrat," Jan 02, 2003, (Woodland, Yolo County,
California). Submitted with the
permission of the "The Daily Democrat," 711 Main St., Woodland, CA
95695. <
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From
the “Winters Express) (print edition) (Jan 2003 to and including March 6, 2003)
REYNOLDS, THURBER, COCHRAN, NESS, ARROYAVE, VAN DOREN, SIMSEK, WATERMAN, WOLFSKILL
Sarah
Thurber REYNOLDS (1913-2002) (obit.)
Sarah
Thurber Reynolds
Sarah
Thurber Reynolds passed away on May 20, 2002, at the Sierra Health Facility in
Davis. Born on July 27, 1913 in
Sacramento, she was 88 years old.
Sarah
was a descendent of two prominent pioneer families of Northern Solano County -
the Wolfskills and the Thurbers. She
was the valedictorian of the Winters High School class of 1931 and a 1935
graduate of the University of California, Berkeley. She was a member of the Delta Zeta sorority, Thalian Players and
Little Theater. Sarah taught English at
Woodland High School and began her real estate career in 1970. She was a real estate broker and owner of
Reynolds Realty until 1996 when she was disabled by a stroke. She was active in the Republican Party, the
Woodland Historical Society, the Woodland Opera House and the Native Daughters
of the Golden West. She was an avid
gardener and traveler, having lived in Turkey in the 1950s. She enjoyed photography and cooking, which
was evident in her many awards and ribbons.
Sarah
is survived by her children, Sargent T. Reynolds and wife Lynn, Ransome W.
Reynolds and his wife Joyce, Christine Reynolds Rose and her husband Jim, all
of Woodland; Anne S. Reynolds, Nancy Reynolds Cochran and husband Sam of
Sacramento; grandchildren Dana Ness and husband and Andy James, Ryan, Brandon
and Darrin Bird, Rachelle Reynolds Arroyave; nephew Terry Thurber and wife
Lora; niece Vivian Van Doren and husband Charles; grand-nieces Janelle Thurber
and Kerry Van Doren and grand-nephew Jason Van Doren. She is also survived by extended family members Mike and Mikki
Simsek, Omar and Robin Simsek and Zeynep Simsek of Corona del Mar.
Her
parents Rufus Waterman Thurber and Nancy Wolfskill Thurber, devoted husband of
57 years, Sargent M. Reynolds, a son William Rufus Reynolds and brother Kenneth
Waterman Thurber, preceded her in death.
A
celebration of her life will be held on Saturday, June 1 from 1 to 4 p.m. at 42
Roman Court, Woodland. Remembrances may
be made to the American Stroke Association, Woodland Opera House, Youth Summer
Theater Camp Program or the charity of the donor’s choice.
McNary's
Chapel is assisting with the arrangements.
(Obituary
from the "Winters Express," Thursday, May 30, 2002, (Yolo
County). Submitted with the permission
of the "Winters Express," 312 Railroad Ave., Winters, CA 95694. Please note: I am not related to the family listed above, and I do not have
any further information on this family.)
Jean Sikes McBRIDE (1916-2002) (obit.)
Jean
Sikes McBride
Jean
Sikes McBride, sister of Winters resident Dorothy Davis and a long time Citrus
Heights resident, died in Yuba City, Saturday, Feb. 2, at the age of 85. She was a fourth generation California and
twelfth generation American with ancestors in the Jamestown, Virginia
settlement in 1607 and on the Mayflower in 1620.
She
was born on a farm established by her grandfather in the Tremont District of
Solano County. She graduated from the
San Jose Normal School (now San Jose State University), in 1937 and taught school
in Kelseyville and Lincoln before marrying Thomas (Sandy) McBride and moving to
Antelope.
She
continued teaching in the Citrus Heights schools for several more years, before
retiring to continue her service to children as a leader in PTA, Cub Scouts,
4-H, as well as serving as a Sunday School teacher and superintendent at the
First Presbyterian Church in Roseville.
She and Sandy were also long-time sponsors of the church Mariners Club
for couples. In addition, she was a
member of the Antelope Sewing Club for 58 years.
Mrs.
McBride is survived by her sons Donald Thomas McBride of New Jersey and Dale
Gene McBride of Yuba City; grandchildren Sean Thomas McBride of Incline,
Nevada, Kathryn Suzanne McBride of Davis and Thomas Jonathan McBride of Boston,
Massachusetts. Among other extended
family she leaves her nephew, Dr. Bill Davis of Winters.
A
memorial service was held Saturday, February 9 at the First Presbyterian Church
in Roseville, proceeded by a private burial.
Memorial
contributions may be made to the Winters Healthcare Foundation Inc., 7 Main
Street, Winters, California 95694 or the American Cancer Society.
(Obituary
from the "Winters Express," Thursday, February 14, 2002, (Yolo
County). Submitted with the permission
of the "Winters Express," 312 Railroad Ave., Winters, CA 95694. Please note: I am not related to the family listed above, and I do not have
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From
the “Davis Enterprise” (online edition) (Jan 2003 to and including March 6,
2003)
Matthew
C. SMOLICH (1925-2003) (obit.)
Matthew
C. Smolich
Sacramento
native Matthew C. Smolich died on Jan. 21, 2003, in Sacramento. Born on June 1,
1925, he was 77 years old.
He
graduated from Christian Brothers High School in 1943 and served as a
bombardier in World War II. After the service, he was a member of the
Sacramento Fire Department before going into the baking business. Starting in
1958, he worked on various projects in Alaska where he met his wife Virginia.
He retired in 1989 and lived in Davis.
His
brother, Joseph Smolich, preceded him in death.
He
is survived by wife, Ginny Smolich; daughters, Becky Mergell, Sandy Mergell and
Diane Cronan and her husband Timothy; brother, Andrew Smolich; sisters-in-law,
Marilyn Smolich and Doris Smolich; grandchildren, Jennifer and Michelle Cronan;
niece, Christine Stell; and nephews, James and Robert Smolich.
Visitation
was Thursday at W.F. Gormley & Sons in Sacramento. A Mass of Christian
Burial was planned this morning at St. Francis Church in Sacramento. Interment
followed at St. Mary's Cemetery.
(Obituary
from the "The Davis Enterprise," Saturday, January 25, 2003, (Yolo
County, California). Submitted with the
permission of the "The Davis Enterprise," 315 G Street, Davis, CA
95616, <http://www.davisenterprise.com/>. Please note: I am not
related to the family listed above, and I do not have any further information
on this family.)
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