CALIFORNIA OBITUARIES

Archive for August, 2010

William Parker Savery Nov. 3, 1944 - June 21, 2010 Bill was born in Plymouth, MA on November 3, 1944, to Dorothy Libby Savery and Francis Wadsworth Savery. He graduated from Plymouth High School in 1962 and subsequently attended both Massachusetts Maritime Academy in Buzzards Bay and New York University. As an able bodied seaman in the merchant marine he became active in union politics, first in New York City as a member of the Militant-Solidarity Caucus working toward reform of the National Maritime Union. He came to the bay area in the early 80s, working on ferry boats In San Francisco Bay for almost 30 years. He was a colorful raconteur, joketeller, political activist, witty intellectual, movie expert, devotee of cats and the Red Sox, genealogically half Irish and half Mayflower descendant but a character with a character pure Irish, always exceedingly true to himself, great charmer, lover of justice and rock and roll. Always good for a laugh or a rant. He died suddenly and unexpectedly of ischemic cardiovascular disease at his home in Oakland on June 21, 2010. A bright star was extinguished but will live in our hearts forever. Bill is survived by sister Ann Friend of Oakland, CA, brother Winsor Savery of Houston, TX and niece Sherry Martin of Katy, TX. REMEMBERING BILL, a celebration of his life and fond farewell, will be held at the Chapel of the Chimes, 4499 Piedmont Avenue, Oakland, CA on Saturday, 9/11 at 11 am. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to Berkeley East Bay Humane Society, 2700 Ninth St., Berkeley, CA 94710.
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A 55 year resident of the South Bay, passed away on Friday, July 30, 2010 in Manhattan Beach. Born in Ohio, Cheryl was 62 when she died. She graduated from Berkeley in 1973, was on the Manhattan Beach BZA and Planning Commission from 1988-1993 and the Los Angeles County Regional Planning Commission from 1997-2001. Cheryl also owned real estate consulting firm called SUBTEC. Cheryl is survived by her husband, Robert Vargo of Manhattan Beach, CA; sister, Sandra Roderick of Redondo Beach, CA and sister, Beverly Schaeffer of Las Vegas, NV. Cheryl was preceded in death by her parents, Dorothy Kludt and John Schaeffer and her brother, James Schaeffer. Services will be private. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the
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REAVILL Marian E.: 86; of Goleta; died Aug. 21; graveside service today at 11 a.m. at the Goleta District Cemetery; arrangements by McDermott Crockett Mortuary.
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DAVID JAMES BARROS 09/23/1985 ~ 08/30/2006 Your life was a blessing your memory a treasure… You are loved beyond words and missed beyond measure… Loving you forever, Mom and Lizzy
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Dimitrios Tzenis, age 71, of Southbury, formerly of New Milford, died Sunday, August 29, 2010 at the Lutheran Home in Southbury with his family by his side. He was the husband of Therese (Martin) Tzenis. Mr. Tzenis was born February 24, 1939 in Greece, son of the late Emanuel and Evagelia (Tsepas) Tzenis. Mr. Tzenis worked for Nestle in New Milford, retiring after 30 years of service. Besides his wife of 42 years, he is survived by his daughter, Cynthia Tzenis of Torrington; his son, Andy Tzenis and his wife Amanda of Torrington; his grandson, Noah Dimitrios Tzenis, his brothers, Michael Tzenis and his wife Betty of Sherman; Kosta Tzenis of Greece; his sister, Panayota Papamichael of Greece; his niece Kim Martin and her husband Tom of Pelham, NY; his great nephew Nick Martin and great niece and Goddaughter, Zoe Martin. Funeral services will be held Thursday, September 2, 2010 at 11 a.m. at Christ the Savior Orthodox Church, 1070 Roxbury Road, Southbury. Burial will follow in Center Cemetery, New Milford. Calling hours will be held Wednesday, from 7 to 9 p.m. with a Trisagion service at 8:30 p.m. at the Southbury Funeral Home of Munson-Lovetere, 235 Main St. North. To place an online condolence please visit us at
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Edward Gould (In Memoriam)
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Dr. Hideo Hero Yonenaka Passed away on August 26th, 2010 at the age of 84. He was a loving, compassionate man who’s spirit was so, “centered” and peaceful, that he truly touched those he knew. Simply put: He was special. Hideo was born in San Jose on July 7th, 1926. The son of a strawberry farmer, the family lived in Palo Alto until they were put in a Japanese internment camp during World War II, in 1942. The Yonenaka’s would not regain their freedom for four years. The experience could have stained Hideo’s outlook on life, yet he chose to listen to the advice of his mother and his Reverend who told him: “It is okay to get angry, but get over it, and learn from it. ” From that point, Hideo made peace with the past. He credits Reverend Fukuda and his deep faith in the Konko religion. Hideo earned a degree from U.C. Berkeley with a B.A. in Zoology, a M.A. in Bacteriology ; and a Ph.D. in Microbial Physiology from the University of Southern California. He also served in the United States Army. Hideo spent 30 years as a Professor of Microbiology at San Francisco State University. He respected the environment, and independence, and also enjoyed cheering on his hometown teams: the 49ers and the SF Giants. He adored his wife, and encouraged his 2 children to follow their dreams, yet everyone who knew him understood that those 2 little granddaughters stole the show, and filled his heart. Hideo is survived by his wife of 45 years, Shanna Yonenaka, his son, Chris Yonenaka, his daughter, Kimberly Lonergan, son-in-law, Kevin Lonergan, his 2 grandchildren, Lindsey and Katelyn, and his sister Lily Yonenaka. A memorial service will be held on September 3, 2010 at 10:00am at Konko Church, 1909 Bush St., San Francisco. In lieu of flowers donations can be made in his name to either the, , or the
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James Rowland
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Jesse Lee Myrick III July 28, 1952-August 25, 2010 Passed away unexpectedly on August 25th at the age of 58. He was preceded in death by his father Jesse L. Myrick Sr. and his sister Beth. Jesse is survived by his devoted mother, Ikiko Mataki, his beloved wife of 11-years Siobhan McAuliffe-Myrick; his cherished children, Justin and Jessica Myrick, loving stepson Robert M. Balmy McAuliffe, close friend and mother of his children, Patricia O. Williams and adored siblings, Tony, Stephanie, Evie, Tyrone and Tommy. Jesse also leaves behind many cousins, friends and fellow police offices and will be dearly missed by all. Jesse was a 34-year veteran officer of the San Francisco Police Department and had recently retired in June. He met his wife and love of his life Siobhan while working in the Northern Station and they became partners. His main assignments included working in the Northern Station and Tactical Unit. He was an excellent Police Officer and gained respect within the communities he served while demonstrating compassion and fairness to those he encountered on the street. Private visitation for family and friends will be held at 5 p.m. on Monday, August 30th at Duggan’s Serra Mortuary, 500 Westlake Ave., Daly City. Public visitation will begin at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday, August 31st at St. James Church, 23rd and Guerrero Sts., San Francisco followed by a Vigil Service to begin at 7 p.m. The Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Wednesday, September 1st at 11 a.m. also at St. James Church, 23rd and Guerrero Sts. followed by a Committal at Holy Cross Catholic Cemetery, 1500 Old Mission Road, Colma, Ca. Donations may be made to the Northern CA. Hemophilia Foundation in memory of Jesse Lee Myrick III.
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KEVIN JAMES LIMBAUGH “KJ” 11/05/1986 ~ 08/30/2006 I can\’t explain how deeply you are missed! It has been 4 years since you were taken from us. The hole in our hearts is as big as ever. There isn\’t a day that goes by that we don\’t think about you! You are in our hearts 4-ever! LOVE YOU & MISS YOU Tremendously Love, Mom, Bri, James, Pop, Aunties and Family
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