Balboa Cremation Service Obituaries - Eulogy Assistant (2024)

Obituary Preview: We are deeply saddened to share with you the passing of our beloved Eric Akio Adachi, 61, of Chula Vista, who left his earthly body too soon, on March 23, 2024.

Eric was a ray of sunshine to those who knew him. He was constantly full of determination, ambition, dreams, and was never afraid to try new experiences. Eric always loved to seek new thrills. His willingness to always seek, to strive, and to endlessly improve was a source of inspiration for many throughout his life.

Even as a child, Eric loved to live to the fullest. Young Eric loved his comic books, skateboard, sports and being outdoors. He was also a good student, and graduated from Morse High School, San Diego, CA., with high honors.

Somewhere along the way Eric became fascinated with economics and went on to pursue his degree at the University of California, San Diego. He achieved his goal and graduated with a B.A. in Economics on June 15, 1985. In college he also showcased his love (and skill) for fencing and competed in many tournaments.

After college, Eric worked as a financial analyst where he excelled, always doing the extra work and taking the initiative to stay informed and educated in an ever-changing, sometimes volatile, career. However, when he wasn’t sifting through numbers and trends, Eric stayed true to his love of adventure. From golfing to skydiving, from snow tubing with the kids to climbing Mt. Whitney, from his love of traveling to his love of fine wines; he wanted to experience it all. Besides being so much fun to be around, Eric will, most of all, be remembered for his compassion and unwavering ability to care for others. He was always ready, and willing, to take the shirt off his back for his friends and family–often putting others' needs before his own. He will be deeply missed and forever a part of our hearts. As Eric was a huge Jimmy Buffet fan, we find it fitting to leave you with one of his famous quotes: “Some of it’s magic, some of it’s tragic, but I had a good life all the way” -Jimmy Buffet

Obituary Preview: Ivory Charles Shepherd, born June 27, 1948, was raised in the home of Leander and Elizabeth Shepherd, along with many other extended family “siblings” in Beaumont, Texas. This welcoming home was full of children, pets, and lots of good food, but mostly lots of love. Trips to Louisiana were frequent to visit many other extended family members whose homes were also full of love and food. Ivory Charles graduated from Hebert High School in Beaumont in 1968, where he was in the band, played tennis and made lifelong friendships.

Ivory Charles joined the US Navy and served from 1970-1974. He was trained as a Hospital Corpsman on a large aircraft carrier. This interest in the medical field remained with him the rest of his life. Ivory attended Lamar University in Beaumont then moved to Houston, where he worked as a draftsman but was always drawn to the medical field. He met a group of friends who worked at a psychiatric hospital and in 1983 he met Barry, the love of his life.

Barry and Ivory took off for San Diego in 1986 where they lived together the next 38 years. After they settled in and bought their first home, Ivory Charles attended nursing school, received his RN degree and began work as an emergency room nurse in one of San Diego’s largest hospitals. It wasn’t a job to him; a nurse was just who he was. Barry and Ivory developed a large group of dear friends in San Diego and hosted many pool parties at their home where folks came for Ivory’s barbecued chicken and ribs. Their home was always with at least one dog. It was often observed that babies and puppies seemed to love Ivory Charles. Although no children of their own, one young man came to think of Ivory and Barry as his “pops” and that relationship has sustained for 33 years. Ivory Charles suffered a major stroke in 1995, which sadly ended his nursing career. But he worked hard to rehabilitate and refocused his life, taking sewing and cooking classes.

Barry and Ivory legally married in 2013 at their home surrounded by friends. Health issues returned and Ivory Charles used a wheelchair the last 8 years of his life. This did not slow him down until the last year in which further complications left him bedridden. Thanks to Barry and Hospice services, Ivory was able to remain at home and passed peacefully on January 23rd with Barry and his current dog Quenby at his side. Ivory Charles is survived by Barry Fox, Pepe Robles, nieces Mary Shepherd, Connie Swanson, and Pam Landry, nephew Anthony Jessie and many other great nephews, nieces, cousins and lifelong friends.

Obituary Preview: Margie Louise Nye (nee Waldram) left this Earth on the morning of November 12, 2023.

Born December 14, 1935 to George F. Waldram and Catherine A. (Quimby) Waldram.

Sister to Dyanna L. Waldram and Gilbert R. Waldram (deceased).

Mother of William D. Nye (Phil D. Phillips), Matthew W. Nye (Thomas J. Tenoever), and Leslie L. Nye (Robert Knurek).

Auntie to numerous nieces and nephews whom she loved as her own children; Dependable friend to many throughout her long life.

Born and raised in San Diego, CA, she was a student at Hoover High School in the 1950s.

Member of Southern California United Food & Commercial Workers Union (SO.CA.UFCW). Over the years, Margie served her community as a Volunteer at: • Mama’s Kitchen; • San Diego Public Library - Mission Hills Branch; • Retired Senior Volunteer Patrol (R.S.V.P);

• Balboa Park Senior Lounge - Senior Center.

Margie could command any room with her vivid stories and sharp wit. Yet she always had time to listen.

The family will gather privately in her memory.

Obituary Preview: William "Bill" Arthur Obrist was born on June 22, 1941 and died on October 26, 2023 of natural causes.

A lover of speed and precision, Bill found great enjoyment in riding motorcycles and driving fast cars. He once purchased a 1967 fire-engine-red GTO, which was a prized possession. Bill owned and maintained a variety of sport cars, motorcycles and motor homes before settling on the comfort of Cadillacs in later years. His adeptness at fixing and tinkering with vehicles became a useful skill in his future career and in life. In addition to his fast toys he enjoyed bowling, billiards and darts, all of which he played competitively. And he could always be counted on to play a few hours of cribbage upon request, especially with family.

His early years were spent in Northern NY, first in Adams Center where he attended elementary and middle schools, then in Watertown where he graduated high school. Bill worked for the company his Dad founded, the Northern Glass Company, learning the glassier trade, primarily during the summers.

Bill served in the United States Army during the early and tumultuous years of the Vietnam War, earning a combat ribbon and an honorable discharge. After he returned from Vietnam, Bill was hired by The Gleason Corporation in Rochester. He worked as a troubleshooter, brought in to businesses to repair their equipment onsite. In his career with Gleason he worked in Europe and once in Asia, but most of his time was spent in Detroit. For several years he was sent weekly to Detroit to work in the automotive plants of the big three car manufactures.

At age 35 he retired, bought a motorhome and travelled extensively around the country, including extended stays in Florida with his parents and in Alaska with his brother and family. He ended up in San Diego, liking it so well that he decided to live there permanently. From there he continued to travel, visiting family and friends often. He could always be counted on to be present at family gatherings, no matter where they were held. Bill’s passion for driving accrued him well over a million miles in his lifetime.

It was in San Diego that he encountered the owner of a small glass company, C and C Glass. After striking up a friendship, Bill came out of retirement to work with him for many years. Bill played a pivotal role in building the company, demonstrating the skills he learned working for his dad’s company in his youth. It was during this time that he met and married Sandra, his wife of 24 years. Sandra had a passion for cats which led them to buy a home and initially adopt two. Over the years they rescued and housed more than a dozen stray felines. Bill and Sandra became ardent supporters of charities dedicated to the ethical treatment of animals and faithful supporters of no-kill shelters, humane societies and other animal causes.

As life unfolded, Bill faced health challenges stemming from the Vietnam war, Agent Orange exposure, PTSD, and congestive heart failure. Sandra assumed the role of primary caregiver. Upon her sudden passing in 2022, Bill's journey continued with the compassionate support of caregivers from Right at Home and later Everest Hospice, allowing him to remain in the home he shared with Sandra.

Bill is survived by his four siblings, Michael Obrist, TN, Kathy Colucci, NY, Herman Obrist, AZ and Mary Gregson, AZ and their spouses and children.

A celebration of Bill's life is being arranged at Miramar veteran’s cemetery with military honors.

Obituary Preview: Joseph Bossi, 75, of San Diego, passed away on September 20, 2023. Joe was a highly decorated veteran of the Vietnam war, and a proud father of two daughters and grandfather of two grandsons.

Joe was born in Trieste, Italy on November 21, 1947, to George and Italia (Balestrucci) Bossi. At 19, Joe was drafted into the US Army and went on to serve from August 1967 until August 1969, and again from March 1970 until March 1973. During his military wartime service, Joe achieved the rank of Specialist Five (SP5), becoming a highly skilled and respected helicopter repairman and crew chief on the Bell UH-1 Iroquois, commonly known as the Huey. The crew chief was responsible for the mechanical maintenance and safe upkeep of the helicopter, while also serving as a door gunner during combat operations. During missions, the door gunner protected the helicopter, crew and transports from their exposed positions. The average lifespan of a door gunner in the Vietnam war was just two weeks.

SP5 Bossi served two combat tours in Vietnam. His first tour was served with the historied 101st Airborne Division “Screaming Eagles”, from 1968 to 1969. SP5 Bossi’s combat tour saw action in the most heavily hit areas of Vietnam, including fighting in the Battle of Hamburger Hill, during which his unit took heavy casualties during an 11 day battle. For his bravery in combat, SP5 Bossi was awarded the Bronze Star.

SP5 Bossi’s second combat tour in Vietnam was served from 1971-1972. During this tour, SP5 Bossi was selected to serve on the personal helicopter crews of Major General John G. Hill and Mr. John Paul Vann, flying vital and high profile missions across South Vietnam. For his bravery, SP5 Bossi earned his second Bronze Star. In addition, SP5 Bossi was awarded the Army Air Medal with 32 Oak Leaf Clusters and a V device for Valor, as well as the Army Commendation Medal with four Oak Leaf Clusters during his 24 total months of combat.

An incredibly selfless person, Joe cared immensely for others. As a general contractor and former car mechanic, he never failed to help his friends and neighbors with their homes or cars. Joe was a very talented home builder, and spent many years of his life designing, building and finishing homes. Joe was a proud grandfather and loved teaching his two grandsons about tools and working with their hands.

Survivors include his children, Jessica Bossi and Joanna (Eric) Bossi; his two grandsons, Griffin Bossi and Callahan Bossi; and a host of friends and extended family members.

Obituary Preview: Guy Randal Hanks passed away on August 29, 2023 at the age of 62. Guy is survived by his father, Kenneth Glenn Hanks; by his daughters and their husbands Chi-Mai and Mark Rodeheaver, and Holly and Brandon Hanks; by his grandchildren Madeline, Jack, Mason, Cai, and Eleanor; by his brother Brian Glenn Hanks and his wife Cheryl Loraine Hanks; by his niece Cassandra Marie Hanks and her husband Jared Lance Wright; by his nephew Alexander Glenn Hanks; and by numerous cousins, aunts, and uncles.

Guy was an Electrical and Computer Engineering graduate of Louisiana State University. Guy had a long career working for General Dynamics, Cubic, SAIC, and for the Department of Defense. Guy was an exceptionally talented music composer and multi-instrumentalist. He began playing keyboards as a toddler, and soldered together an early PAIA synthesizer while still in elementary school. As a child, he won music talent shows, and was featured on local TV stations. One of his last wishes was that his many music recordings be published some day for others to enjoy. In his free time, Guy was an avid snow skier. Guy loved all his family. He was especially fond of his children, grandchildren, his niece and her husband, his nephew, his many cousins, aunts, and uncles, but was especially doting to his grandchildren.

Towards the end of Guy's life, he fought this cancer valiantly and with the same rare work ethic that few possess.

Guy was preceded in death by his wife, Stephanie Nga Tran, and his mother, Carol Elsie-Marie Danna Hanks.

A Celebration of Life will be held for Guy in San Diego, CA on November 4th at 1:00 pm. Please email: InmemoryofGuy@gmail.com for more information.

A celebration of life for Guy Hanks will be held in Baton Rouge, Louisiana on Saturday Dec 30th from 12-3pm at Boudreaux's Catering, 2647 Government St. Lunch and refreshments will be provided.

Obituary Preview: The world lost a gregarious, generous, dynamic, and capable soul with the passing of Mark Ward Saltus-Thordin on August 2 in San Diego, California, from complications related to cancer treatment.

Mark led an adventurous life full of warmth and humor, well-reflected by his infamous purple camo pants (“Wait - you can see me?”). The youngest of three, Mark spent his early years in Arlington, Virginia. He lived on Greenbriar Street - then a dirt road across from Wakefield High School - and the Saltus kids were always up and down the block playing with other neighborhood kids until sundown. They rode their bikes around and made primitive skateboards by disassembling metal skates and nailing them to boards. Once his sister bet him $20 to swim across a scummy pond when they were all dressed up at a country wedding. Of course, he jumped right in. As you can imagine, it took some time to actually collect from his sister and get out of the doghouse with mom.

After the premature death of their father, the Saltus family moved to Denver, Colorado. Mark attended Moore School and graduated from Denver East High School. Eager to get on with real life adventures, Mark went straight from high school into the oil patch, working as an oil rig roughneck in Rawlins, Wyoming. Here Mark began to collect his many life stories, forever after told with continuous embellishment. Mark’s oil career took him to work on Sedco oil rigs offshore from Angola. He worked three weeks on and three weeks off with free airfare to anywhere in the world. There are undoubtedly friends and acquaintances scattered worldwide from this period of his life. He made good money and was very generous with it. He bought a Cessna 172 and learned to fly. On one practice flight, he took his big brother out for touch-and-go landings out east of Denver. A strong crosswind at the target airport made for some white-knuckle landing attempts. His brother’s stomach took weeks to recover. After leaving the oil field, Mark dabbled in aircraft sales, forming his own company, Aerie Aviation, which he operated out of his brother’s attic for a time.

Mark met his first wife, Leslie, in Colorado. They married in Central City and Mark adopted Leslie’s daughter Brittany. After a job opportunity took them to Nebraska, they had two additional children together, Aubrey and Celsea. Here, Mark ran a construction company specializing in grain handling solutions for farmers throughout Nebraska. It is also where he developed his refined taste for sweet corn. After his marriage ended, Mark moved to California by way of New Mexico. He worked with a research group at Los Alamos National Laboratory that was experimenting with cosmic rays to detect and prevent the smuggling of nuclear weapons, and successfully exported the technology to San Diego-based Decision Sciences. He was one of their earliest employees and spent 14 years with the company. He became key to deployment and construction of the systems, both in San Diego and in various locations around the world. Mark was passionate about trying to improve the systems, and loved talking physics with the scientists. Mark maintained a Wall of Shame, which was a piece of paper on his office wall containing a compilation of his thoughts, notions, and observations over the years. It contained wisdom such as “Motion does not equal progress,” “Better is the enemy of good enough,” and “It is hard to drive looking through a microscope.”

In New Mexico, he relished the endless opportunities for outdoor exploration, especially where hot springs were involved. One of his conundrums in life was that he really, really liked hot springs but observed that those who frequented them tended to be a little nutty. He still went whenever the opportunity presented itself.

In San Diego, he decided he needed to fulfill a lifelong dream of climbing the rigging of a tall ship, so he signed up to volunteer at the city’s maritime museum. On his first day, he met his second wife, Elisabeth. He gave her the impression that she would be an excellent tour guide as she grew up in the area, but she soon found out in his short time there he had already discovered places she didn’t even know existed. With a shared love of the outdoors and travel, they adventured together, road-tripping, camping in the desert, exploring new hiking trails, and visiting friends, family, and new places across the world.

Mark had a special knack for making strangers into friends — often in an instant. Small gatherings in his and Elisabeth’s open garage quickly morphed into vibrant parties, as Mark invited neighbors and passers-by to join in the fun. Meeting folks on a trail while hiking could lead to extensive conversation, leaving those lucky enough to encounter him with indelible impressions. His sense of humor was legendary — Mark was fond of “dad jokes” and shaggy-dog stories, and enjoyed nothing more than recounting them for a new and unsuspecting audience. He doted on his wife, beamed about his children and grandchildren, and often reflected aloud on how fortunate he was in life.

Mark touched many lives. He had an incredible gift for working with people and fixing difficult situations, and was the first to volunteer for hard work that helped others. His pragmatism and intelligence were brought to bear on a wide variety of efforts. He skipped college and graduate school but earned a “field PhD” through his tenacious approach to understanding and solving complex problems. In the oil field, he learned to speak Spanish and Portuguese to better communicate with co-workers. His various pursuits took him to many corners of the world, and he always made an effort to learn at least a few phrases in the local language.

Mark was generous with his time and skills, and showed care for others through helping, fixing, building, and teaching. Wherever someone jumps up to help a friend with a big project, takes a risk and goes all out, or steps in to solve a complex problem, Mark’s spirit is there. He is tremendously missed and left us way too soon.

Mark was preceded in death by his father David, mother Kay, and sister Kim. He is survived by his wife Elisabeth; daughters Brittany, Aubrey, and Celsea; grandchildren Eden, Ever, Eisley, Scout, and Henry; brother Rick; nieces Shelby and Sierra; stepfather Michael; as well as many, many friends and colleagues from around the world.

Obituary Preview: Javier Garibay, 80 years old, of Barstow, California, passed away on July 23rd , 2023 in San

Diego, California, with his family lovingly by his side.

Javier was born on December 4th , 1942 to Juana and Elias Garibay in Mexico City, Mexico. Javier lived his adolescent years in Mexicali, Mexico with his 6 sister, Guadalupe, Virginia,

Sofia, Alejandra, Lilia and Sylvia, along with many aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends. Javier immigrated with his parents and siblings in 1963 from Mexicali to Barstow, California. He first worked as a barber at the Marine Base Nebo Annex in Barstow. He retired as a Tactical

Radar Technician working at the Yermo Annex. On December 4th,1972, Javier married Marina Jimenez in Barstow. They went on to have on

three children, Jessica, Xavier and Carlos Garibay. In 2016, Javier retired and spent his time with Marina traveling, going on cruises, visiting family

in Mexico and the United States. Javier was predeceased by his wife, Marina Garibay, his parents, Juana and Elias Garibay, sisters, Guadalupe Lara, Virginia Lara, and Alejandra Newhouse. He is survived by his children, Jessica, Xavier, and Carlos, his grandson, Xavier Garibay, and his siblings, Sofia Ramos (Juan), Lilia

Garibay-Sanchez (Rafael), and Sylvia Garibay (Joseph Bennett). Services will be held at Saint Joseph Catholic Church in Barstow, California on August 25th at

10am (Rosary), 11am (Mass), and 1pm at Noonan Hall for food and celebration of life.

Obituary Preview: Lorraine Meyers McCann (88) passed away July 16, 2023, after a long stay in the Vi at La Jolla Village skilled nursing care center. She struggled with the effects of multiple system atrophy (MSA) towards the end of her life.

Lorraine was born on August 4, 1934 to Gilbert Perron, Sr. andCorinne Bourg Perron in Ville Platte, LA.She trained as a registered nurse, matriculating through Louisiana State University (LSU). She married Louis J. Meyers, Jr., a Navy pilot, and they enjoyed 45 years of marriage in San Diego prior to L.J.'s death.

Over 15 years ago, she met and married Patrick McCann, who also had been married 45 years to Karon J. McCann prior to her death. For both Lorraine and Patrick, it has been a wonderful time filled with family, friends and frequent travel.

In mid-career, Lorraine became a professor of nursing at San Diego Mesa and City Colleges where she was instrumental in starting the Licensed Vocational Nursing (LVN) program which was recently ranked No.2 in California and No.3 nationally. She was particularly proud of time she spent as president of the California Vocational Nurse Educators Association (CVNEA).

Lorraine embodied the spirit of "Laissez les bons temps rouler." She was a cheer leader for a joyous life, never met a stranger, and always found the best in everybody. Her medical advice and caregiving were sought by many as was her Cajun cooking, especially her pecan pies. She was a sports buff. Lorraine and Patrick spent hours watching March Madness and, of course, LSU football when as a student, she told the story of riding on the float with "Tony the Tiger", the school mascot, into Tiger Stadium. She excelled on the girls high school basketball team which, at that time, played on dirt courts.

She was preceded in death by a brother, Gilbert Perron, Jr. and a sister, Barbara Pettit. She is survived by a loving family: sisters, Loretta Michel and Dorothy Perron and a brother, Milton Perron. Lorraine's family is very grateful for the nursing care she received at the Vi care center.

Obituary Preview: Jenny Rebecca Harvey, 52, of San Diego, CA passed away on July 11, 2023.

Jenny was born on May 29, 1971 to James and Judith Harvey in Columbus, Ohio where she spent her childhood. As an adult, Jenny lived in San Diego where she was known as an extraordinarily sweet, kind hearted and loving individual to people and animals alike.

Jenny is survived by her father and step-mother, James and Sharon Harvey, sister, Michelle Harvey, niece, Emily Duey and step-sister Veronica McCrary.

To honor Jenny’s memory, donations may be made to the San Diego Humane Society.

Obituary Preview: Kevin Eric Castanien, age 61, passed away in San Diego, California on Thursday, July 6, 2023 surrounded by family and friends.

Born in Cleveland, Ohio, Kevin graduated from Bay Village High School, Ohio and The Ohio State University with a degree in Mechanical Engineering. He later completed his Masters in Mechanical Engineering at San Diego State University. He truly enjoyed engineering—solving problems and creating new solutions—and worked for 36 years leading engineering teams and working design and testing programs in support of the Department of Defense.

Kevin leaves behind his wife and soulmate of fifteen years, Bahar Gursel. Whether traveling to places all over the world, spending time with their many friends, or enjoying the lovely San Diego weather and great outdoors, they loved being together and living life to the fullest.

To his daughter, Samantha (Sam) Castanien, Kevin was not only the greatest father in the world, but an everyday hero. He was beloved by both her and her husband, Alex Beckerman. Kevin was very proud of Sam for graduating from the US Air Force Academy and completing her law degree to become a Judge Advocate General.

Everyone who had the privilege of knowing Kevin loved him! His bright smile sparkled in his eyes, while his quick humor made him a joy to be around. He was introverted when meeting new people, but quickly became interestingly outspoken once he became familiar with them. His wit, dry sense of humor, and intelligence allowed him to carry on a wide variety of conversations about politics and current events. He enjoyed challenging others to test their positions—and almost always in the name of good fun. In that vein, he also loved playing pranks on his close friends. Kevin genuinely loved being with his family and friends, and he gifted them all with laughter and fun everywhere he went.

Kevin loved soccer, which he played from childhood to nearly the end of his life. He was a huge fan of professional soccer and followed many of the European teams. He never failed to show his support for soccer by wearing team jerseys whenever he could. In June he, Bahar, and some of their friends traveled to Turkey to watch Manchester City beat Inter Milan in the UEFA Champions League Final. It was a bucket-list item for Kevin, and he was so happy to share it with Bahar and their friends.

Kevin loved to laugh, and he never let anyone stop him from doing what made him happy. He enjoyed watching Ted Lasso and the Big Bang Theory. His other interests besides soccer were playing poker, attending the opera and the Old Globe Theater, and playing board, card, and video games. He and Samantha shared a love for World of Warcraft, which kept them together in cyberspace even when they were thousands of miles apart.

Kevin is survived by his parents, James and Beverly Castanien; his brother, Christian Castanien and his wife, Joan; his sister, Kimberly Castanien and her husband, Dave; his uncle, Roger Castanien, and aunt, Rosemary (Pinkie) Castanien, as well as numerous cousins, nieces, and nephews—and of course, his daughter, Sam, and wife, Bahar.

A celebration of Kevin’s life will be arranged privately. Anyone wishing to offer a gift should consider a donation to either the National Coalition Against Censorship (https://ncac.org/) or the Make-A-Wish Foundation of San Diego (https://wish.org/sandiego).

Obituary Preview: Sharon Marie Kohner-Baltz, 77, of San Diego, CA, passed away peacefully with her daughter at her side on the morning of June 12th, the Feast of the Immaculate Heart of Mary, after a long illness.

Sharon was born on February 18th, 1946 to Ruth & Wilfred Kohner in Winona, MN before spending the majority of her childhood and young adulthood in her beloved Chicago, IL. Sharon was known for pouring her heart and soul into causes important to her, and this was especially true when it came to raising her daughter, assisting with her grandchildren, and running her travel company—all of which she did with extraordinary dedication. Sharon’s ultimate goal in all respects was to bring family and strangers alike closer to God, Who was always at the forefront of her mind. She looked forward with great joy to the day she would enter paradise and meet her Savior and the many great Saints who inspired her.

Sharon was preceded in death by her parents and many aunts, uncles, & cousins. She is survived by her daughter, Ellen (Dwight Ashman); cherished granddaughters Kiara, Lily, & Gianna; sisters Ruth Ann, Deborah, & Tess; brothers-in-law George Condon & Jeff Lee; and her treasured nieces and nephews.

Obituary Preview: It is with incredible sadness that we announce the passing of Michael Joseph O’Brien, on June 10, 2023, at age 54.

Michael was born August 28, 1968, to Michael Joseph O’Brien and Carol Ann Thompson in San Diego, California. A loving husband, father, son-in-law, brother, uncle, cousin and friend, Michael is survived by his adoring wife, Robin, and daughters Caroline (14) and Avalon (19), his mother in law Margaret Schouwenaars; his mother Carol; sister Butterfly; niece Riata; his cousins Jeff, Aimee, Holly, Jonathan, Irene, Garrick and Aunt Maureen and Uncle Karyl……and his beloved Labrador Dozer, and Shepherdess Bella “Keeper.”

His father Michael predeceased him in November 2003.

Mike loved and was loved by many. Mike was blessed with a great sense of humor, quick wit, a love for learning, incredible strength and wisdom. He was a coach for his daughter Avalon’s winning 12U softball team and participated in the Indian Guides/Princess program with his daughter Caroline. Mike was a generous and devoted husband and father who fully supported Robin’s teaching career and encouraged his daughters’ creative pursuits. Mike was a skilled carpenter who cherished his time working with the crew from Wilson Construction. Mike would always drop anything to help someone in need. A kind loving soul that would take the time to listen to whatever was on your mind. The world has lost one of the good guys. He will be remembered forever. Mike always had time for his family and his friends and will be deeply missed by all who loved him. God rest his soul.

Obituary Preview: It is with indescribable sadness that we announce the passing of Monique Vivien Griego, age 41, a loving daughter, sister, aunt, niece, cousin and friend.

Monique was born on May 6,1982 in Flagstaff Arizona. She grew up in Mesa, Arizona where she attended Catholic elementary school, Mesa Junior High School, graduated from Mesa High School and then earned a Bachelor's degree in Broadcast Journalism from Arizona State University (ASU), in Tempe, AZ. While at ASU, she was awarded a Hearst Award, which is a Pulitzer Prize of College Journalism. After college she worked for 16 years as an anchor and reporter for various television stations, KTSM Channel 9 in El Paso, WJZ Channel 13 in Baltimore, KPNX Channel 12 in Phoenix and KFMB Channel 8 in San Diego.

In 2015, while working for News Channel 12 in Phoenix, She was announced as an Emmy Award Winner for one of her Feature Stories. She accomplished so much in her short life.

One of Monique's greatest loves were her dogs, Rocco and Runt. She considered them as her kids and loved them unconditionally. She was also a staunch advocate for Dog Rescue Organizations. No matter what TV station she worked for, she would use her broadcasts to help find homes for rescued dogs. Around the newsrooms, she became known as the Dog Reporter.

Monique also had an eclectic sense of style. She would put together an outfit that might look weird on someone else but on her, it looked great. We will remember her infamous black and white checkered Van tennis shoes and the multitude of spiked heels that she wore. She was creative, adventurous and loved to travel. She liked everything vintage and was always looking for a good estate sale. While living in San Diego, she took up painting, gardening and surfing.

Monique loved her family and friends. She voiced it often, and made it very clear to them that she loved them. She had a knack for making everybody feel special to her because they were. She loved giving little gifts to people because she knew it would make them feel good. Everyone who knew her can attest to the fact that once a friend, you became her friend for life.

Monique is survived by her mother, Mona Griego, her sister, Sandra Heffron (Nick Heffron) and her nephew, Nolan Heffron. The services for Monique will be held on Friday, May 26, 2023 at Corpus Christi Catholic Church, 3550 East Knox Road, Phoenix, AZ 85044. The Rosary will begin at 10:00 am followed by the Funeral Mass at 10:30 am. At 12:00 pm there will be a Memorial Reception at St. John Bosco Catholic School, 16035 S. 48th St, Phoenix, AZ 85048. Her ashes will be placed at Queen of Heaven Cemetery, 1562 E. Baseline Rd., Mesa, AZ 85204

Obituary Preview: Wayne Rudisill, a veteran of the Vietnam War and a career serviceman, was a loving husband, father and grandfather. He passed away on March 25th, 2023 at the age of 74.

During his service in the Navy he traveled the world and met the love of his life, Rosita Rudisill.

After getting married, they created a home in San Diego, California, and raised their four children.

He is survived by his children; David, Viminda, Teresa and Kevin; and his granddaughter Krystalyn.

Wayne will be honored in a grave-side ceremony on Thursday, April 6th at Miramar National Cemetery.

Obituary Preview: Ronnell Simeon Williams, lovingly known as Cricket, was born in Rochester, New York on February 2nd, 1965 to Curtis Williams and Clara Travis. Of the three children born to this couple, he was the oldest.

Ronnell graduated from East High School and immediately embarked upon a career in the United States Navy. After 20 years of service in the military, he honorably retired as PC 1 (SW) Williams. Upon his retirement from the Navy, Ronnell served as a procurement supervisor at Naval Base Kitsap in Bremerton, Washington.

Ronnell truly enjoyed living. He cherished spending time with his family, hanging out with his friends, traveling, and most important of all—and many would say how he shared his love—cooking. For everyone who knew him, Ronnell was a loving father, son, husband, brother, and friend. Certain people are said to "light up the room" when they enter - he always had a positive outlook on life, his grin was contagious, and he always knew how to make you laugh. He was a just man who made sure that everybody was taken into account. When you needed a wise friend, his words of wisdom always gave you a feeling of calm security. Ronnell was a dedicated worker who inspired everyone around him to present their best selves and to be the finest version of themselves in the world. Through the people he has encountered on his life's journey, his brave heart will continue to carry on for countless generations. A noble man has been laid to rest. May his lovely soul rest in peace. Because I Love You So Time will not dim the face I love, The voice I heard each day, The many things you did for me,

In your own special way. All my life I'll miss you, As the years come and go, But in my heart I'll keep you,

Because I love you so.

On March 13th, 2023, Ronnell, 58, passed from this world to glory in Rochester, New York. He leaves six children-Ronnell Williams, Johnathan Williams, Frank Pangelinan of San Diego, California Tatiana Sweat-Williams of Las Vegas, Nevada, Darryl Aldridge-Williams of Seattle, Washington, and Ryan Williams of San Antonio, Texas; six grandchildren: Josiah, Quincy, and Lennox Williams, Jaden Neville, Koa and Sienna Pangelinan; a large extended family and many other relatives and dear friends.

Calling hours will be held at First Church of Christ, April 7th, 2023 from 10am-1pm, with a service to immediately follow at 2:15pm at Miramar National Cemetery, San Diego. RSW

Obituary Preview: We are sad to announce the death of KIMIE KAJITA KANEYUKI of San Diego, California. Kimi died at age 90 on February

28, 2023. Kimi was born in Yokohama, Japan. She came to the United

States and spent most of her adult life in Southern California. She worked for the San Diego Unified School District as a

Cafeteria Manager until she retired. Kimi was a caring wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, and friend. She loved to cook and could whip up a full delicious meal on a moment’s notice. She enjoyed travelling all over the world. She loved volunteering at the Japanese American National Museum when she lived in Los Angeles and at Kiku Gardens while she lived in Chula Vista. Until her hands failed her, she enjoyed sewing, crocheting, and

crafting. She easily made friends everywhere she went. Kimi was married to Chester T. Kaneyuki for 44 years before he

died in 1999. Kimi is survived by her daughter, Jan, and her son, Wayne and Wayne’s wife of 40 years, Dawn. She also leaves behind two granddaughters and three great grandsons. She spent the later years in companionship with Roy and his family. She will be missed by many people. Please share stories on this website so

the family can enjoy reading them for years to come. We are in the process of arranging a Celebration of Life gathering for Kimi and will announce the details soon. Please leave your name and email address if you would like to be

personally notified.

Obituary Preview: Ruby Ella Jarrett, 89, of San Diego, California passed away on

Thursday, February 9, 2023. Ruby was born October 10, 1933 in Jefferson, Texas to her loving

parents Floyd Scott Knight and Annie Lorene Drumgoole Knight. On February 13, 1957 Ruby married the love of her life, Johnny Lee Jarrett in Dallas, Texas. Two children were born to this union Marilynn Dolores and Katherine Marie. They were happily married for 66 years,

days shy of 67 years. Ruby was Floyd and Annie Lorene’s only child; she was the eldest of her first cousins, who were reared as siblings: William Adell Drumgoole (wife Gwendolyn), Emmitt Earl Drumgoole (wife Stephanie), Alexis Ann Drumgoole Suggs, Willie Paul Drumgoole, Edward Lee Drumgoole (wife

Wanda) and Della Yvonne Drumgoole Ray (husband Gerald). In 1955, Ruby graduated from Wiley College in Marshall, Texas with a master’s degree and her teaching credentials. As an educator, Ruby taught at various educational levels in Hawaii and California. After Ruby and Johnny settled in San Diego, Ruby took time from work to focus on raising and educating her daughters, before returning to school, to obtain a nursing degree. Ruby worked as a pediatric nurse for many

years. An educator at heart, Ruby returned to teaching her favorite age group at the Gingerbread Head Start Program and the Neighborhood House Association Head Start Program. She ended her teaching career at the

Naval Base San Diego Child Development Center. Ruby loved spending time with her family, traveling to family reunions, reading, and crossword puzzles. Ruby had a beautiful, loving, and generous spirit. She always encouraged and supported her loved ones, if you liked it; she loved it! Ruby was preceded by her father Floyd Knight, mother Annie Lorene Conley Martin, stepfather Dan “Papa Dan” Conley and cousin Willie

Paul Drumgoole. Ruby is survived by her loving husband Johnny of San Diego, CA, daughters Marilynn Williams (husband Roger) of Temecula, CA, Katherine Jones (husband Christopher) of San Diego, CA, grandchildren William W Mark, III (fiancé, Rhonda Edwards) of Oceanside, CA, Christopher L Jones, Jr. (wife Latoya) of Chula Vista, CA, Latisha Baca (husband Christopher) of Santa Fe, NM, great grandchildren Omari Mark, Brooklyn Jones, Savannah Jones, Eli Baca,

Noa Baca and Lyric Edwards, a host of cousins and friends.

Obituary Preview: Robert Alfred Steele, “Bobby” was born on 3-3-63 in Puerto Rico to parents Robert and Blanca Steele. He passed away on 12-17-2022 at Alvarado Hospital in San Diego. Bobby is survived by his son Michael of Anchorage, AK and his brother Charles, “Chuck” of San Diego. His mother Blanca predeceased him in 2018 and his father Bob in 2019.

Bobby’s early childhood was spent in Tennessee and he came to San Diego during his high school years. He attended Clairemont High School where he was on the Varsity water polo team. He studied information technology at San Diego State University and made a career as consultant for education systems. His work took him to Ventura where he supported the local school district setting up computer labs for students and training teaching staff at a time when computer use in the classroom just began.

His joy for restoring and driving classic cars was well known. He loved his Triumph convertible, impressed with his Jensen Healey, showed his Buick Skylark, and drove his Pontiac LeMans until a sensible van took its place.

Bobby will be missed by all who knew and loved him, especially his laugh. Friends and family will remember and celebrate his life in private gatherings at a time to be determined.

Obituary Preview: Our beloved mother, Madelyn Ytive King, affectionately called “Bamba” by her grandchildren, made her glorious return to her Heavenly Father on Saturday, December 10th, 2022 at 3:17pm. She passed away in the comfort of her home, encircled in love and prayer by all of her children and grandchildren.

She will be remembered as a mother for the unconditional love she gave us all, her unwavering belief that all dreams are possible, and her generousity that knew no bounds. She would do anything for her children and her grandkids. No request, no matter how unreasonable, inconvienant, or at times bordering illegal… (toilet papering at 2am, or teaching us to drive at age 12…) was denied. In the seldom times she initially said no, everyone knew they could always negotiate for their desired outcome. She had a heart of gold and gave without measure or expectation of an equal return. She loved for love’s sake and taught us all the regenerative power of laughter. Even in the saddest of times, she’d find one shining pearl of humor.

Bamba will also be remembered for her radiant beauty and grace as a competitive ballroom dancer. In her early 20s, Bamba and her partner elegantly waltzed their way into first place on The Lawrence Welk Show’s televised dance competition. Throughout her life, she never ceased to light up a room with her presence on a dance floor.

As an animal lover, Bamba showed us how to love and care for all of God’s creatures. In her younger years, she loved to ride bareback on her favorite horse, Moon. She continued to rescue and care for animals throughout her life.

She is preceded in death by: her mother and father, Hazel and Charles King; and three siblings, Kathleen Wright, Billie Lou Moses, and Gary King. She is survived by: two siblings, Marie Allison and Terri King; three children, Gary Johnson, Greg Johnson, and Gina Johnson; and nine grandchildren, Gary Johnson, Evita Johnson, Dylan Johnson, Arielle Gilardi, Harold Johnson, Austin Cunniff, Ireland Cunniff, David Johnson, and Joseph Johnson.

A service of remembrance will be held at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints on Saturday, December 17th at 10:00am. 1140 Ximeno Ave Long Beach, CA 90804

A graveside service will take place at the Highland City Cemetery on December 30th at 11:00am. 6200 W 11000 N Highland, UT 84003

Obituary Preview: Dolly Miller Healey left our lives early Thursday morning on October 27th, 2022

She was born on July 8th, 1937, to Nelson & Madge Miller in Scranton Pa. the oldest of 10 children.

She is survived by her four children Michael, Mark, John & Tanya, and her partner of 47 years Peter Brightwell. She’s also survived by four grandchildren Jonathan, Quinton, Arianna, and Brittany

Her surviving siblings Gloria, Terry, Clint, Chuck, and Cindy, all remember her as the matriarch of the family.

She was an amazing woman smart, driven and had a terrific sense of humor. She was an artist and loved cooking. She especially enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren in her later years.

We will all miss the light she brought to our lives.

Obituary Preview: Kevin Scott Guldin, age 57, of San Diego, CA, passed away on October 08, 2022. He will always be remembered as a kind and caring son, brother, father, boyfriend, friend and neighbor.

Kevin was born on April 29, 1965 in Philadelphia, PA. He was active in multiple sports while growing up and achieved the prestigious rank of Eagle Scout in the Boy Scouts of America. After graduating from Quartz Hill High School, he attended Bakersfield State and then San Diego State University, graduating in 1987 with a bachelor’s degree in Mathematics, with an emphasis in Computer Science. During his more than 30-year career as a Software Engineer, he worked for L3 Communications, Copper Mountain Networks, TUT Systems, Motorola Mobility, ARRIS, and Comcast Cable prior to retiring in March of 2022. Kevin loved spending time with his beloved pets, April and Max. He also enjoyed playing tennis, automating his home to be a smart home and using his 3-D printer to recreate art and iconic character face masks and helmets.

Kevin was predeceased by his father Richard Guldin Sr., grandparents, and nephew Robert Koyle III. He is survived by his daughter Grace Guldin, mother Jean Guldin, brother and sister-in-law Richard Jr and Bernadette Guldin, sister and brother-in-law Andrea and Mike Randenberg, long-time girlfriend Marivic Lawrence, and many nieces and nephews.

Obituary Preview: Priscilla Helen Guilbeault left our lives Monday morning on July 25, 2022 at the age of 92. She was born on December 24th, 1929 to Priscilla Ruth Dionne and Antonio Gouveia Freitas in Woburn, Massachusetts at the time of the Great Depression. ln her younger years Priscilla was raised in New Hampshire by her single mother, Priscilla and Grandmother, Nellie Scanlon Dionne. Around the age of 9, her mother married Gerard A. Paquette the father she knew and loved growing up.

Priscilla survived her first husband, Fernand Armand Caron and her second husband, Ernest Hector Guilbeault. She is survived by her brother, Robert, and her four children Elaine (her husband Mark Anderson), Michael (his wife Tamara), Marc, and John (his wife Carol). She was also blessed with seven grandchildren, Kristi (her husband Robert), Kevin, Nicholas, Anthony, Griffin, Gage and Timothy, as well as two great granddaughters Sydney and Kennedy. She is also survived by, in her second marriage, her stepchildren, grandchildren and great grandchildren. We are grateful to have had our mother living in San Diego, CA near our family. Our mom was a gift and a treasure and will be missed by all who knew her.

The world was a better place with her in it. An elegant lady and down to earth, she was outgoing, positive and possessed a quiet strength. She loved family, dancing, watching the Discovery Channel, and margaritas. A lifelong learner, she had a strong conviction to her Catholic faith, she remained inquisitive and enjoyed science, reading, and even taking on computers, iPhones and iPads well into her 90s. She was an amazing daughter, sister, mother, grandmother and great grandmother. She loved unconditionally and she will be missed beyond words.