Obituaries - 3/30/2005

By: North County Times - | Tuesday, March 29, 2005 9:13 PM PST ∞

Elza Kampe, 88

SAN MARCOS - Elza M. Kampe, 88, died Sunday, March 27, 2005, at Palomar Medical Center in Escondido.

Born May 1, 1916, in Riga, Latvia, she lived in San Marcos for five years. She was an aerospace staff mathematician for TRW for 26 years.

Mrs. Kampe was preceded in death by her husband, Reinls Kampe, in 1994. She is survived by her sons and daughter-in-law, Andy and Diane Kampe of Half Moon Bay and George Kampe of San Marcos; daughter Aija Indaikis of Costa Mesa; sister Mildred Haymenko of Siberia; three grandchildren; and one great-grandchild.

A private graveside service will be held at Forest Lawn Memorial Park in Glendale. A private cremation is planned.

Alhiser-Comer Mortuary is handling arrangements.

Charles Spivey, 36

RAMONA - Charles "Charlie" Matthew Spivey, 36, died Friday, March 25, 2005.

Born June 8, 1968, in Bisbee, Ariz., he lived in Ramona since 1985. He graduated from Ramona High School. He worked at Albertson's Grocery. He was a member of the Neighborhood Church in Ramona.

Mr. Spivey was preceded in death by his brother, Dan Raymond. He is survived by his fiance, Leticia Diaz of Ramona; parents Alice and Jack Spivey of Ramona; and brothers Tommy (Aime) Spivey and Tim (Scott) Spivey.

Viewing is scheduled from 9:30 to 11 a.m. and funeral service at 11 a.m. today, March 30, at the Neighborhood Church in Ramona. Interment will follow at Nuevo Memory Gardens in Ramona.

The family suggests donations in Mr. Spivey's name to the Neighborhood Church, 838 Hanson Lane, Ramona, CA 92065.

Bonham Bros. & Steward Mortuary in Ramona is handling arrangements.

Cassandra Byzak, 55

CARLSBAD ññ Cassandra Leah Byzak, 55, died Saturday, March 19, 2005, at her home of cancer.

She was born July 13, 1949, on Camp Pendleton. She graduated from Vista High School, in 1967. She was a volunteer as a HIV/AIDS educator for Being Alive San Diego. She was a recipient of the 2002 Bill Porter Award for customer service as an employee of Harry and David at the Carlsbad Company stores.

Mrs. Byzak was preceded in death by her companion of several years, Jack Tennison, in 1993. She is survived by her parents, Hazel and Wilfred H. Mensching of Carlsbad; sons Aaron Byzak and Matthew Byzak, both of Carlsbad; daughter Jennifer Byzak of Carlsbad; brother and sister-in-law John and Mel Mensching of Murrieta; and sister and brother-in-law Sharon and Robert Wenzler of Port Townsend, Wash.

Private cremation is planned. The family suggests donations to a cancer related charity of choice.

Kenneth Kinch, 67

ESCONDIDO - Kenneth W. "Papa K" Kinch, 67, died Wednesday, March 16, 2005, in La Jolla of cancer.

Born July 29, 1937, in Wheatland, Wyo., he lived in Escondido for 38 years. He retired in 2004 from Escondido Paint and Body Shop, which he founded with his father in 1966. He coached Little League and Senior League.

Mr. Kinch was preceded in death by his father, Kenneth W. Kinch Sr.; and grandsons Cody and Matthew.

He is survived by his wife of 39 years, Sherry Kinch of Escondido; mother Dorothy Kinch of Escondido; daughters and sons-in-law Jami and Chris Wood of San Marcos, Lori and Matt Marschall, Marci and Joe Gielczyk and K. Dean Kinch, all of Escondido, Randy and Kim Turner-Kinch of Santa Maria, Mark and Kristi Bruner-Pankau of Valley Center, and Gary and Darla Kinch of Temecula; 23 grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.

A memorial service is scheduled for 2 p.m. Saturday, April 9, at the Del Mar Race Track. Private interment is planned.

The family suggests donations to the American Cancer Society, 2655 Camino Del Rio North, Suite 100, San Diego, CA 92108.

Telophase Cremation Society is handling arrangements.

Genoveva Santos, 99

ESCONDIDO - Genoveva Santos, 99, died Thursday, March 24, 2005, at her home of natural causes.

Born Jan. 3, 1906, in the Philippines, she lived in Escondido for 10 years. She enjoyed baseball.

Mrs. Santos is survived by her sons, Roger Santos of Benicia, William Santos of Kona, Hawaii, Valentino Santos of Ocean Beach and Walter Santos of Oakland; daughters Eden Garcia of Fresno and Minnie Goen of Escondido; 14 grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren; and three great-great-grandchildren.

Services will be held at a later date in the bay area. Interment at St. Mary's Cemetery in Oakland is planned.

The family suggests donations to Elizabeth Hospice, 150 W. Crest St., Escondido, CA 92025.

Poway Bernardo Mortuary in Poway is handling arrangements.

Frieda Pierce, 74

OCEANSIDE - Frieda Mary Pierce, 74, died Friday, March 25, 2005.

Born July 24, 1930, in Nuernberg, Germany, she lived in Oceanside for 16 years.

Mrs. Pierce is survived by her husband, Robert Pierce of Oceanside.

A memorial service is scheduled for 10 a.m. Thursday, March 31, at Eternal Hills Mortuary, 1999 El Camino Real in Oceanside. Private inurnment at Eternal Hills Memorial Park is planned.

Eternal Hills Mortuary is handling arrangements.

Walter Norwick, 88

OCEANSIDE - Walter L. Norwick, 88, died Sunday, March 27, 2005.

Born April 28, 1916, in Philadelphia, he lived in Oceanside for 19 years. He worked in the family clothing business. He helped establish the Carmel Valley's first synagogue. He enjoyed baseball and was a San Francisco Giants fan. He was a volunteer at the Senior core of Retired Executives.

Mr. Norwick was preceded in death by his parents, Reba and Harry Norwick.

He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Natalie Norwick of Oceanside; daughters and sons-in-law Constance and David Norwick of Danville, Barbara and Josef Davidson of Chattanooga, Tenn., and Naomi Norwick of Long Beach; brother Sydney Norwick of Petaluma; grandchildren Olivia, Michaela, Elana and Jacob; and one great-grandchild.

Private services are planned with burial at Mission Memorial Park in Seaside.

The family suggests donations to the Walter Norwick Scholarship Fund, c/o Arrowbear Music Associates, P.O. Box 1294, Lakewood, CA 90714.

Paul Mortuary in Seaside is handling arrangements.

Mary Kehoe, 92

ESCONDIDO - Mary E. "Marion" Kehoe, 92, died Saturday, March 26, 2005, at her home.

Born July 17, 1912, in County Sligo, Ireland, she lived in Escondido for 26 years. She retired in 1974 as a hospital clerk at Queens General Hospital. She was a Eucharistic minister at St. Mary's Catholic Church, where she was a member of the Altar and Rosary Society. She was a Heart to Heart volunteer at Palomar Medical Center, and at the Joslyn Senior Center as a librarian. She was a member of the visually impaired support group at the Joslyn Center and the Needle Crafters. She was a member of the Women of St. Timothy's.

Mrs. Kehoe was preceded in death by her husband, Jeremiah Kehoe, in 1985. She is survived by her sons and daughters-in-law, Henry and Karen Kehoe of Sarasota, Fla., and Martin and Amparo Kehoe of Aberdeen, Scotland; daughter and son-in-law Anne and Dean Bash of Escondido; 12 grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren.

The rosary will be recited at 7 p.m. Thursday, March 31, at Alhiser-Comer Mortuary Chapel in Escondido. A Mass will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Friday, April 1, at the Church of St. Timothy, 2960 Canyon Road in Escondido with the Rev. James Rafferty officiating. Private interment at Oak Hill Memorial Park is planned.

The family suggests donations to the Joslyn Senior Center, 210 E. Park Ave., Escondido, CA 92025, or the Church of St. Timothy Building Fund, 2960 Canyon Road, Escondido, CA 92025.

Alhiser-Comer Mortuary is handling arrangements.

Hildegard Steinle-Ascher, 94

CARLSBAD - Hildegard E. Steinle-Ascher, 94, died Monday, March 21, 2005, at Tri-City Medical Center in Vista of heart failure.

Born June 29, 1910, in Bissingen, Germany, she lived in Carlsbad for 23 years. She retired in 1965 from the University of Chicago.

Mrs. Steinle-Ascher was preceded in death by her husband, Alfred Ascher, in 1955. She is survived by her son and daughter-in-law Ralph and Peggy Ascher of San Marcos; sister Annelise Henke of Stuttgart, Germany; grandchildren Vicki, Michelle and Gretchen; and six great-grandchildren.

A memorial service is scheduled for 1 p.m. Friday, April 1, at Eternal Hills Mortuary in Oceanside with the Rev. Steve Myatt officiating. Burial will follow at Eternal Hills Memorial Park with the Rev. Myatt officiating.

The family suggests donations to the Shiley Eye Center, Macular Degeneration Outreach, 9415 Campus Point Drive, La Jolla, CA 92093.

Eternal Hills Mortuary is handling arrangements.

Marion Springer, 83

LAKESIDE - Marion E. Springer, 83, died Wednesday, March 23, 2005, of lung cancer.

She was born June 21, 1921, in San Jacinto. She was a homemaker and a volunteer for the Grossmont Hospital Auxiliary for more than 40 years. She edited the auxiliary's newsletter and worked in the hospital gift shop. She was a member of the Lakeside Republican Women's Club and the Lakeside Historical Society. She was a volunteer for the PTA, a Girl Scout leader and a room mother.

Mrs. Springer was preceded in death by her husband of 53 years, Arthur C. Springer; son David and daughter Joanne.

She is survived by her daughters and sons-in-law, Marcia and Dan Beishline of Jackson and Natalie and Richard Mates of Escondido; grandchildren Scott, Laura, Brad and Christopher; and two great-granddaughters.

No services are planned.

The family suggests donations in Mrs. Springer's name to Elizabeth Hospice, 150 W. Crest St., Escondido, CA 92025, or the Lakeside Historical Society, 9906 Maine Ave., Lakeside, CA 92040.

Alhiser-Comer Mortuary is handling arrangements.

Rosario Ganino Jr., 67

ESCONDIDO - Rosario Ganino Jr., 67, died Saturday, March 26, 2005.

Born May 8, 1937, in Desa, Italy, he lived in Escondido for 29 years. He worked for California Drilling and Blasting for 15 years.

Mr. Ganino is survived by his wife of 45 years, Vince Ganino of Escondido; sons and daughters-in-law Michael and Trish Ganino of Vista, Franco and Anada Ganino of Encinitas and Steve and Rachel Ganino of Temecula; daughter and son-in-law Carolyn and Raymond Sneary of Escondido; sisters Rose Fiare of Italy, and Mary Guarna of Springdale, Conn.; and seven grandchildren.

Viewing is scheduled from 4 to 8 p.m. and rosary recited at 7 p.m. today, March 30, at Alhiser-Comer Mortuary Chapel.

A Mass will be celebrated at 11:30 a.m. Thursday, March 31, at St. Mary's Catholic Church with the Rev. Peter Navarro officiating. Burial will follow at Oak Hill Memorial Park.

Alhiser-Comer Mortuary is handling arrangements.

Paulo Tafur, 29

OCEANSIDE - Paulo Tafur, 29, died Friday, March 25, 2005.

Born March 6, 1976, in Santa Ana, he lived in Oceanside for 20 years.

Mr. Tafur was preceded in death by his brother, Adrian Tafur, in September 1991. He is survived by his parents, Matilde and Napoleon Tafur of Oceanside; son Paulo Tafur of Oceanside; brother Hector Tafur of Oceanside; and sister Grima Tafur of Oceanside.

Visitation and viewing are scheduled from 4 to 8 p.m. and rosary recited at 7 p.m. Sunday, April 3, at Eternal Hills Mortuary Chapel. A Mass will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Monday, April 4, at St. Francis Church in Vista. Burial will follow at Eternal Hills Memorial Park.

Eternal Hills Mortuary is handling arrangements.

Edith Kuschel, 82

RAMONA - Edith F. Kuschel, 82, died Friday, March 25, 2005, in Poway.

She was born Jan. 11, 1923, in Buffalo, Erie, N.Y. She was a quality control engineer for Sperry Rand.

Mrs. Kuschel is survived by her son, Edward Michael of Austin, Texas; daughter Lynette Jean of San Jose; sister Lois Jean Morey; 14 grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren.

A funeral service was held Tuesday, March 29, at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Ramona.

Interment will be at 1 p.m. Friday, April 1, at Nuevo Memory Gardens in Ramona.

Bonham Bros. & Stewart Mortuary in Ramona is handling arrangements.

Viola Lee, 74

ESCONDIDO - Viola D. Lee, 74, died Friday, March 25, 2005, of cancer.

Born Aug. 5, 1930, in Vergas, Minn., she lived in Escondido for 54 years. She retired in 1978 as a registered nurse. She was a member of Grace Lutheran Church and quilting clubs. She enjoyed gardening, sewing and quilting.

Mrs. Lee was preceded in death by her husband, Richard Lee, in 2000; and daughter Denise Johnson in 2001. She is survived by her son and daughter-in-law Greg and Colbie Tucker of Escondido; daughters and son-in-law Dinah and Candido Villalobos of Bellingham, Wash., and Carla Lee of Escondido; sisters and brothers-in-law Della and Andy Andrews of Chula Vista and Florence and Wenzel Solard of Vergas, Minn.; and 10 grandchildren.

A memorial service is scheduled for 5 p.m. today, March 30, at Grace Lutheran Church, 643 W. 13th Ave. in Escondido.

The family suggests donations to Elizabeth Hospice, 150 W. Crest St., Escondido, CA 92025, or Grace Lutheran Church, 643 W. 13th Ave., Escondido, CA 92026.

Eternal Hills Mortuary is handling arrangements.

Deanna Isaacs, 58

OCEANSIDE - Deanna J. Isaacs, 58, died Wednesday, March 23, 2005, at her home of cancer.

Born June 21, 1946, in Connersville, Ind., she lived in Oceanside for five years. She retired on Dec. 15, 1994 from Pac Bell.

Ms. Isaacs is survived by her companion of 23 years, Hans Krampf of Oceanside; mother Nellie Motts of Connersville, Ind.; father Bill Henry of Safford, Ariz.; son Brian Rees of Anaheim; daughters Lisa Rees of Anaheim and Jessica Diaz of Newport Beach; and grandchildren Taylor, Austin, Kaitlynn, David and Alfonzo.

A private cremation is planned.

Accu-Care Cremation Center is handling arrangements.

Ernest Engel, 84

VALLEY CENTER ññ Ernest Friend Engel, 84, died Thursday, March 3, 2005, of natural causes.

Born Oct. 3, 1920, in Anaheim, he lived in Valley Center for 50 years. He served in the U.S. Navy during World War II. He worked in construction for more than 60 years. He enjoyed dancing and country music. He enjoyed gold and silver mining.

Mr. Engel was preceded in death by his parents, Frederick and Sadie Engel; brothers Paul, Robert and Fred; sister Thelma; and son Randy, in 1981. He is survived by his sons and daughter-in-law, Weylin Engel of Valley Center and James and Karen Engel of Buena Park; daughters and sister-in-law Laurie Burton of Escondido and Lynn and Marlon Cody of Valley Center; sister Carmen of Springville; and grandchildren Matthew, Casey, Ryan and Greg.

A memorial service is scheduled for noon Saturday, April 2, at Valley Center Cemetery. A private cremation is planned.

Glenn Mitchell, 79

BORREGO SPRINGS ññ Glenn "Mitch" Garner Mitchell, 79, died Wednesday, March 23, 2005, at his home.

Born Aug. 13, 1925, in Whitehall, Ill., he lived in Borrego Springs since 1988. He served in the U.S. Navy as a machinist mate 1st class aboard the USS Hopkins during World War II. He was a bricklayer. He was the owner of Glenn G. Mitchell and Sons Masonry Contractors. He was a federal government quality control inspector at MCRD in San Diego. He was a golf course marshal at the Borrego Springs Resort and Country Club. He was a member of the Brick Layers Union, and the Christian Center of Borrego Springs.

Mr. Mitchell was preceded in death by his wife of 54 years, Paula Mitchell, on Sept. 22, 2000. He is survived by his sons and daughter-in-law, Robert Mitchell of Hailey, Idaho, James Mitchell of San Diego and Glenn and Linda Mitchell of Ramona; daughters and sons-in-law Sheryl and Rick Carlton and Carol and Dino Berardino, all of San Diego; sister Jean Farquhar of Santa Maria; 10 grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren.

A memorial service is scheduled for 11 a.m. Saturday, April 2, at The Christian Center in Borrego Springs. Inurnment will be at 1 p.m. Tuesday, April 5, at Fort Rosecrans National Cemetery in San Diego.

The family suggests donations to the San Diego Hospice, 4311 Third Ave., San Diego, CA 92103.

Bonham Bros & Stewart Mortuary in Ramona is handling arrangements.

Linda Vonnahme, 51

SAN MARCOS ññ Linda M. Vonnahme, 51, died Saturday, March 19, 2005, at her home of cancer.

Born March 14, 1954, in Carroll, Iowa, she lived in San Marcos for 12 years. She received a bachelor's degree in social work from Mount Mercy College in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, in 1977; and a master's degree in social work from Washington University in St. Louis, Mo., in 1984. She was a volunteer for the Laubach Literacy. She was a member of the Sierra Club, San Diego chapter; North County Cycle Club and the Palomar Unitarian Universalist Fellowship. She enjoyed hiking and biking.

Ms. Vonnahme was preceded in death by her father, Wilbert Vonnahme; brother Loren Vonnahme; and sister Karen Vonnahme. She is survived by her mother, Lucille Vonnahme of Carroll, Iowa; sisters and brothers-in-law, Janet and Terry Notton of Bourbonnais, Ill., and Carol and Rick Reed of Emmetsburg, Iowa; and sister-in-law Beverly Vonnahme of Arcadia, Iowa.

A memorial service is scheduled for 3 p.m. Saturday, April 2, at the Palomar Unitarian Universalist Fellowship. A private cremation is planned.

The family suggests donations to Elizabeth Hospice, 150 W. Crest St., Escondido, CA 92025.

John Farrell Jr., 50

CARLSBAD ññ John B. Farrell Jr., 50, died Tuesday, March 22, 2005, at Carlsbad Hospice of cancer.

Born Sept. 29, 1954, in Trinidad, British West Indies, he lived in Carlsbad for eight years. He was a warehouse man. He worked and lived in Sicily and Hawaii. He was a member of St. Michael's by the Sea Episcopal Church.

Mr. Farrell was preceded in death by his mother, Benita Farrell, on June 15, 2001. He is survived by his wife of 20 years, Elvira Farrell of Honolulu; father John Farrell of Carlsbad; daughter Sara Farrell of Honolulu; son Ryan Tauro; brother Ben Farrell of Carlsbad; sister Harriet Daulin of Oahu; and grandchildren Tyra and Ryan Jr.

A memorial service was held at St. Michael's by the Sea. Interment will be in Hawaii.

Accu-Care Cremation Center is handling arrangements.

George Adams Jr., 84

OCEANSIDE ññ George Gilbert Adams Jr., 84, died Thursday, March 17, 2005, at an Oceanside care center.

Born Feb. 17, 1921, in Auburn, N.Y., he lived in Oceanside for 30 years. He was a laborer for Auburn Cement Products in Auburn.

Mr. Adams was preceded in death by 14 brothers and sisters. He is survived by two brothers; and three sisters.

No services will be held at the request of the deceased. His cremains will be scattered at sea.

Allen Bros. Mortuary, Vista Chapel, is handling arrangements.

Steven Isao Imoto, 51

VISTA ññ Steven Isao Imoto, 51, died Tuesday, March 22, 2005, at Tri-City Medical Center of colon cancer.

Born July 30, 1953, in Escondido, he lived in Vista for 51 years.

Mr. Imoto was preceded in death by his father, Tsugio Imoto, on Jan. 5, 2002. He is survived by his wife of 29 years, Kimberly Imoto of Vista; mother Kinuyo Jane Imoto of Vista; sons and daughter-in-law Jeffrey and Nicole Imoto and Derek Imoto, all of Vista; daughter Kari Ann Imoto of Vista; brothers and sisters-in-law Donald and Maria Imoto and David and Margarita Imoto, all of Vista; sisters and brother-in-law Joyce Imoto and Kathleen and Jerry Perrault, all of Vista; and grandson Darryn.

Viewing is scheduled from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, April 1, at Eternal Hills Mortuary Chapel. A funeral will take place at 10 a.m. Saturday, April 2, at Eternal Hills Mortuary Chapel. Burial will follow at Eternal Hills Memorial Park.

The family suggests donations to the American Cancer Society, 2655 Camino Del Rio North, Suite 100, San Diego, CA 92108.

Eternal Hills Mortuary is handling arrangements.

Juan Garcia, 35

VISTA ññ Juan "Johnny" Garcia, 35, died Thursday, March 24, 2005.

Born Aug. 15, 1969, in Escondido, he lived in Vista all his life. He was a member of the Laborers International Local 89.

Mr. Garcia is survived by his parents, Catalina and Jesus Garcia of Vista; daughters Haley Paige Luce-Garcia of Escondido; brother and sister-in-law Jesus and Kathryn Garcia of Escondido; and sister Silvia Garcia of Escondido.

A funeral service is scheduled for 1 p.m. Thursday, March 31, at Eternal Hills Mortuary. Inurnment will follow at Eternal Hills Memorial Park.

Eternal Hills Mortuary is handling arrangements.

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Lucille L. Mojado Diaz

April 21, 1917 ññ March 20, 2005

Lucille passed away peacefully at the age of 87 in her home with her family by her side. Predeceased by her husband, Sylvester, and her children, Michael, Elizabeth, Audrey and Francis.

She is survived and deeply missed by her children, Arthur Diaz, Marjorie Norte, Carol Hutton, Patricia Agneta, Clifford Diaz, Anita Rodriguez, Janice Yazzie, Howard Diaz and Joann Martin; her siblings, Gilbert Mojado, Jane Blackmon, Elizabeth Werner and Melvin Mojado; her 40 grandchildren; 101 great-grandchildren; and 44 great-great-grandchildren.

Born in 1917, in Pala, Calif., to the late Catherine and Ceferino Mojado. She briefly attended Sherman Indian High School before returning to Pala, where she met and married Sylvester Diaz with whom she had 13 children. She greatly enjoyed spending time with her family and friends. She loved flowers, the color lavender, was quick to smile and had a wonderful sense of humor. Her unforgettable joy and laughter will remain in the hearts of all that knew and loved her.

Rosary to be held at Pala Mission Church on Friday, April 1, 2005, at 7 p.m. The Mass and funeral service will be held at Pala Mission Church on Saturday, April 2, 2005, at 10 a.m. Burial will follow at the Pala Cemetery.

Marlene Gruver

Marlene Gruver was at home in Oceanside when she passed away on March 14, at the age of 72 of lung cancer. She is survived by her two children, Lynn and Casey Toth, who were by her side along with her beloved dog, Andy, at the time of her passing.

Marlene was a mother, a friend, an artist, entertainer, entrepreneur, gourmet cook and most of all a humanitarian, loved by all who knew her.

Marlene, despite life's challengers always felt blessed because of her faith, her family and dear friends who were extended family. Marlene was well loved and will be very missed!

Maurice J. Bourget Sr.

Maurice "Morey" Joseph Bourget Sr., passed peacefully at home on March 20, 2005, surrounded by his loved ones. Services will be held Sunday, April 3, at 1 p.m. at the Vista Elks Lodge. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Elks Piggy Bank fund for handicapped children. Proximate cause of Morey's death was chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, he was 78 years old.

Morey was born on May 28, 1926, in San Pedro, Calif. Soon after graduating from San Pedro High School in '44, Morey joined as an Army medic with the 34th Infantry, who were among the first to land in Japan, at the end of the Second World War. He was awarded numerous medals (Distinguished Unit, Good Conduct, WWII Victory, Army of Occupation and Asiatic Pacific Campaign). Morey was a life member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars.

Morey met Jacqueline Tast and they were married in Las Vegas on December 22, 1951 (the longest night of the year) and they settled in the San Pedro area. They were happily married for 42 years until Jackie died in 1994.

Morey and family moved to Vista, Calif., in 1957, where he became a self-employed general contractor, and retired after 35 successful years of providing for his family. He is known to friends, neighbors and strangers for his reliability in times of their need. Morey's charity memberships included the Exchange Club and March of Dimes.

Morey also was active in the community. He was a member of the Vista Chamber of Commerce, a troop leader for Boy Scouts, Troop 726, a member of Vista BPO Elks 1968, and the Grasshopper RV camping club. Morey loved the outdoors, including riding motorbikes as a member of the Hilltoppers MC, boating and driving dune buggies and motorcycles on desert outings.

In "retirement," Morey spent many hours in his garage shop as a mechanic and sometime wood worker. He ran a dump truck and tractor business as well. Ever industrious, he also fueled mail-order sales of his invention, the CVCG 6-volt converter/generator, units of which he assembled by hand.

Morey is survived by his sisters, Rose Schaefer and Rita Kopp; children Maurice Jr., Joseph, Renee Barron and Michelle; and by grandchildren, Lorraine, Andrea, Lee Carlock, Brianna Jochumsen, Philip and Scott. All will miss the gruff manner that thinly disguised Morey's warm heart.

Mark McKendry

Mark Andrew McKendry left all of us far too soon on March 21, 2005, as the result of a construction job accident. Born at Fort Leonard Wood, Mo., on April 21, 1983, Mark lived in Oceanside and attended Laurel Elementary, St. Mary Star of the Sea School, Palmquist Elementary, Lincoln Middle School and Oceanside High, where he graduated in 2001. He attended Long Beach Community College and the El Camino Firefighting Academy in Inglewood, Calif.

Mark leaves behind his mother, Laura Parr-McKendry of Ashland, Oregon; his very loving parents, Joseph and Tish Gallagher; his brothers, Max Gallagher, Drew and Ian Spaeth of Oceanside; his grandmother, Madeline McKendry of Boca Raton, Florida; his aunt, Madeline McKendry of New York City; his grandmother, Florence Gallagher of Naples, Fla.; his devoted girlfriend, Katherine "Kat" Harris; his padrina, Maria Rendon of San Marcos; and his beloved dogs, Nuggs and Sally. An extensive family of aunts, uncles and cousins residing in California, Missouri, Florida and Ohio, also survives Mark. Mark had so very many friends, and extended family, too numerous to mention, who were all touched by Mark's friendship, love and kindness. Mark was the best son, brother and friend a person could wish to have in life. He was fun-loving, colorful, animal loving, adventurous, full of life, a wonderfully good, creative, intelligent and absolutely gorgeous human being with so many diverse, eclectic interests that he packed into his brief 21 years of life. Mark also perfected the art of driving every one of us crazy

with his over-the-top, larger-than-life antics and big ideas. Mark McKendry was very involved in the Jazz Band, Marching Band and the American Drum Line at Oceanside High. He was one of the youngest graduates of the El Camino Firefighting Academy, with honors in 2003. Mark McKendry surfed competitively on the Palmquist, Lincoln MS and Oceanside HS teams. He and his dad, Joe Gallagher, formed the Forrester St. Surfers Union (FSSU) in the early '90s and Joe's orange van with Mark riding shotgun was a recognized sight for many of the local surfers. Mark played baseball in the Oceanside American Little League from T-Ball to Junior-Senior League over 10 years and made All-Stars. Mark Andrew was an accomplished musician, and from age 9, he played the saxophone, drums and guitar with a skill beyond his years. Mark loved riding and building high-end bikes of all kinds, surfing, snowboarding, skydiving, waterskiing, wakeboarding, skateboarding and video gaming. He spoke fluent Spanish, which he learned from his familia Rendon at the age of 3, mastering the language in only six months. He loved so many

things and lived his life with an incredible, vivacious passion. Mark demonstrated the "joy of living" in practically everything he did. Mark loved creating ceramics of all kinds. Mark loved his family and took great pride in his brothers. Mark Andrew McKendry will be sorely missed for he affected so many with his joyful attitude and easy smile. His charm and compassion will remain his greatest gift in our hearts, always. Mark made the world a better place and will be rejoined with his natural father, Mark Phillip McKendry, in the kingdom of heaven.

A celebration of Mark's life will be held at St. Mary Star of the Sea Catholic Church in Oceanside at 11 a.m. on April 2, 2005.

In lieu of flowers, please be kind and love one another for we never know when someone so very precious to us will be taken away. Meeting our beloved Mark again is forever part of our journey.

Theodore B. Abjanic

Theodore B. Abjanic, 81, of Rancho Bernardo passed away on March 27, 2005.

Born and raised in Croatia, where he spent his youth. Because of political persecution in former communist Yugoslavia, in May 1945, Ted escaped to Austria, settled in Graz and continued his engineering studies. In 1951, he married Rose Rubin, also from Croatia, and emigrated to the U.S., settling in Cleveland, Ohio. Ted found employment with General Electric Co., where he worked for 37 years, excelling as an engineering design specialist of G.E. Glass melting plants built in the U.S.A., Brazil and Venezuela. In 1994, he and Rose moved to San Diego area to be near their children and grandchildren.

Ted's main hobbies were soccer, tennis and Croatian folklore. In Cleveland, he organized and led Croatian Folk Dance Group which in the course of 10 years held many concerts and performed in American Folk Festivals. To help his native Croatia to become a free, democratic and independent country, he organized and was elected president of the North American Council for an Independent Croatia.

Ted was also active on the American political scene. He was the president of Croatian Republican Club in Euclid, Ohio.

Ted was devoted and caring husband, father and grandfather. He is survived by his beloved wife, Rose; son John; daughter-in-law Helen; daughter Maria; son-in-law Charles; and the grandchildren, Caitlin and Michael. He will be remembered as a kind and compassionate person who loved his family, his neighbors and friends. His optimism, deep Catholic faith and belief in the Providence of God helped him to overcome most difficult and perilous times in his life.

Visitation will be held from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. and Mass celebrated at 1:30 p.m. Thursday, March 31, at San Rafael Catholic Church, 17252 Bernardo Center Drive in Rancho Bernardo. Burial will follow at El Camino Memorial Park in San Diego.

In lieu of flowers, donations suggested to the American Cancer Society.