CALIFORNIA OBITUARIES

Archive for March, 2010

On Sunday, March 28th, 2010 Robert “Bob” Edwin Cunningham II went home to be with his Heavenly Father. Bob was born to Bob and …..
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Neal Custodero, devoted family member and friend, creative engineer, insightful photographer, and inspired chef, died Friday morning, March 26, as a result of a brain aneurysm at the age of 53. He will live forever in the hearts of those who loved him: his partner of 35 years, Lori Almeida; his five siblings, Craig, Brian, David, Stephanie, and Mark; and countless others in his international circle of family and friends. Neal graduated from Simi Valley High School and CSUN. He worked in the areas of ocean engineering, special effects, and science education in Ventura County and New York City. A memorial service in his honor will be held at 2 p.m. on Saturday, April 3 at The Inn at the 7th Ray, Old Topanga Canyon Road., Neal graduated from Simi Valley High School and CSUN. He worked in the areas of ocean engineering, special effects, and science education in Ventura County and New York City., A memorial service in his honor will be held at 2 p.m. on Saturday, April 3 at The Inn at the 7th Ray, Old Topanga Canyon Road.
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Age 81, a 34 year resident of Santa Clarita, passed away Friday, March 26, 2010 in Murrieta, California. He was born August 27, 1928 in St. Joseph, Missouri. Mr. O’Dell served our country proudly in the U.S. Army. He worked as an extra in the motion picture industry, but spent most of his career employed by Anheuser-Busch for 37 years. He is survived by his beloved children, Deborah K. (Leland) Manandic, Michael D. (Charlene) O’Dell, and Mark A. O’Dell; four grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren. A Memorial Service will be held at 11 :00 a.m., on Saturday, April 3, 2010, in the Chapel of the Oaks at Eternal Valley Memorial Park & Mortuary, in Newhall. Arrangements are under the direction of Eternal Valley Memorial Park Mortuary (661) 259-0800
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HOLGUIN-Daniel Holguin, was born on November 26, 1937 in Los Angeles, CA and passed away on March 24, 2010 in San Gabriel, CA. Daniel is survived by his loving wife Mary; his daughters Lisa and Mary; 6 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren. Visitation will be held on April 6, 2010 at 6:00 pm with a Vigil Service at 7:00 pm both at St. Luke Catholic Church, Temple City. A Funeral Mass will be held on April 7, 2010 at Noon also at St. Lu ke Catholic Church. Burial to follow at Resurrection Cemetery.Douglass & Zook Chapel of Remembrance Funeral Home (626) 358-3244, assisting the family.
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Dewey L. Hill 73, of Colusa, CA, passed away on March 28, 2010 at Colusa Regional Medical Center in Colusa, CA. Born March 20, 1937 in Galena, MO. A lifelong resident of Colusa County. Dewey enjoyed playing his guitar, wheeling and dealing, welding, painting cars and building cars. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather and he loved his babies. Survivors include: Wife, Mary Hill of Colusa; sons, Lee R. Hill, Chester A. L. Hill, Lonny J. Hill, Robert D.Hill, Mark A. Hill; daughters, Janet S. Davis, Debra A. Schantz; sisters, Jeanne McCana, Loretta Sutliff, Betty Ellison, Bonnie Stone, Bea Jones; brother, Ronald Hill; 18 grandchildren and 22 great-grandchildren. Proceeded in death by his daughter, Bonnie L. Foster. A celebration of life will take place 3:00PM at the Colusa Boy Scout Cabin on Thursday, April 1, 2010. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Assoc. Gift Processing Dept. 1710 Gilbreth Rd., Burlingame, CA 94010 in Dewey’s name or American Lung Assoc. 61 Broadway, New York, NY 10006. www.mcnarymoore, Send Condolences at
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Dr. Michael A. Severen 61, of Yuba City passed away peacefully March 26, 2010 at his home. He was born May 20, 1948 in Berkeley, CA to Eugene and Joyce Severen, both of whom preceded him in death. He graduated with honors for U.C. Davis, receiving a Bachelors of Science degree in 1973. He was a lifelong member of the Phi Kappa Phi honor society. After a bike tour of Europe in the summer of 1973, Dr. Severen enrolled at the University of the Pacific Dental School in San Francisco. There he received his Doctorate of Dentistry. Dr. Severen practiced dentistry in Yuba City for 30 years. He was a member of the American Dental Association, the California Dental Association, Butte Sierra Dental Society, and the California Bluegrass Association. He worshiped at River Valley Christian Fellowship. Dr. Severen was a self taught Bluegrass banjo player who handcrafted several of the banjos he played. He was a member of Homemade Jam, a bluegrass band that has entertained at many local civic functions. After his retirement he became a member of the International Plastic Model Society. His life was shared with his wife Lauren of Yuba City, and daughter Christine of San Francisco. He is also survived by three brothers, Denny and David Severen of Dallas, TX, Jack Severen of San Marcos, CA, as well as his much beloved aunt and uncle, Mr. and Mrs. John F. Taylor of Kilgore, TX. A service to celebrate his life will be held Saturday, April 3, 2010 at 1:00 p.m. at the home of Dr. & Mrs. Victor Savage, 4950 Railroad, Ave., Yuba city. Casual dress for the service is preferred. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made in Dr. Severen’s name to Yuba-Sutter Young Life or to A Woman’s Friend. Arrangements under the direction of Ullrey Memorial Chapel. Send Condolences
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Eda Anna Santora At rest March 27, 2010. She is survived by her husband of 69 years, Dante Santora, their son, George Santora and other relatives and friends. At her request, private entombment will be at Holy Cross Cemetery in Colma. The family suggests memorial contributions be made to Hanna Boys Center, P.O. Box 100, Sonoma, CA 95476 or St. Jude’s Children Research Hospital, 262 Danny Thomas Place, Memphis, TN 38105.
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MULLE-Edith Ann Mulle, 90, passed away peacefully on March 26, 2010. Edith was preceded in death by her husband, Sam, and survived by her son, David Mull; daughter, Denise Moore, and her grandchildren. A funeral mass beginning at 9:00 AM on Wednesday, March 31 will be cerebrated at St. Rita Catholic Church in Sierra Madre where she had been an act ive member, volunteer, and parishioner for 56 years.
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Edward Peterman, Sr., SAN MARCOS — Edward Peterman Sr., a long time North County resident, passed away on Friday, March 26, 2010. He was …..
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DAVIS-Elva Lee Davis, passed away peacefully on March 29, 2010. She is survived by Hus band Lawrence Davis, Daughter; Brenda L. Swain/Steve, Son; William B. Hightower/Linda, Five Grandchildren , one Great Granddaughter, Sisters; Ida Young and Ruth Moore. She will be dearly missed by all of her family and friends. Funeral is under direction of Rose Hills Mortuary and Cemetery.
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