James L. Largent passed away peacefully June 29, 2011 with his family by his side after a long struggle with Alzheimer’s Disease. Jim was born January 25, 1932 in Pasadena, where he lived his entire life. After 2 years in the Navy aboard the subtender, USS Orion, Jim joined the Pasadena Fire Department. He retired as Captain with 27 years...
MONREAL - Henry Manuel Monreal, born into mortal life to Jesus and Soledad Monreal on September 5, 1942 in Casa Blanca, Riverside, CA, passed into eternal life on June 28, 2011 in Upland, CA after a 2 year battle with cancer. Longtime local resident of Azusa and Glendora, a graduate of Azusa High School, class of 1960, and an Associate...
Harry C. Vournas passed away peacefully at the Arcadia Methodist Hospital from complications of congestive heart failure, with his family by his side. Harry was born to Constantine and Diamando Vournas in downtown Los Angeles. Shortly after graduating from UCLA, he took and passed the CPA exam and immediately began working for Lybrand, Ross Bros. & Montgomery. He was inducted...
Mimi L. Mency, passed away June 21, 2011 at age 74. Mimi was long time Monrovia resident and an active member of the community, particularly with the Monrovia School District. She is survived by her husband, George; daughter, Sherellyn Parent; sister, Lavada Desalles, and her grand and great grandchildren. Visitation hours 5-8 PM on Monday, June 27, will be held...
William Reed Harmon March 23, 1939 — June 19, 2011 William Reed Harmon, 72, known by all as “Bill,” was loved for his compassion and friendship to many. A practicing attorney in Pasadena for more than 40 years, he enjoyed his chosen career and devoted himself to his practice. He was honest in all his dealings with clients and friends,...
Ruth M. Topping, 90, passed away June 18, 2011 in Monrovia, CA. She was predeceased by her husband, Robert, brother, Dene, and sister, Hazel. Ruth is survived by her brothers, Merle, Ray, and Clifford; sisters, Betty and Ula Mae; niece, Cathy; nephews, Woody and Bill; and many other nieces and nephews. Viewing will begin at 8:30 AM and the funeral...
Betty Moomau Browder (1916-2011): Betty began life in Urbana, Illinois, the daughter of Cliff and Blanche Webber Moomau. She graduated from Urbana High School in 1934. In 1941, in Urbana, she married G. Norman Kennedy, originally of Pasadena, California. During World War II, Betty worked for the OSS in Washington D.C. After the war, the couple returned to Illinois where...
Frank Louis Aurino, 93, passed away June 11, 2011 in Arcadia, CA. Frank is survived by his niece, Rosemary Francisco and her three children, Michael, Noelle and Marissa; as well as many nieces and nephews in New York and great great nieces and nephews here in California. He is also survived by his ex-wife, Nicole Aurino. Frank was a wonderful...
Nina Hudson, a long time resident of Sierra Madre passed away June 11, 2011 at age 89. Nina is survived by her son, Frank; granddaughters, April Perry & Marlene Curtis; grandsons, Paul Hubik and Kenneth Dellamaestra; and her great grandchildren. A Funeral Mass at 11:00 AM Thursday, June 16 will be held at St. Rita Catholic Church in Sierra Madre....
Lawrence “Harley” Bogle, 94, passed away June 8, 2011. A former long time resident of Monrovia, Harley is survived by his wife, Kathryn; his daughters, Bonnie Baker & Kathy Collett; his sons, Bud, Jack & Bill Bogle; nine grandchildren and seven great grandchildren. Private family services. Care entrusted to Douglass & Zook Chapel of Remembrance Funeral Home, Monrovia.
Antonio Navarro Nevarez, 95, passed away June 6, 2011. Private family services. Care entrusted to Douglass & Zook Chapel of Remembrance Funeral Home.
Jeanette J. Hall, 84, passed away June 5, 2011. Jeanette is survived by her daughter, Linda Beardslee and her son, Gary Hall. She is also survived by her granddaughter, Jennifer Lee, and two granddaughters, Kennedy & Zoë Lee. A memorial service at the Our Savior Lutheran Church in Arcadia will be held on Saturday, June 25 at 3:30 PM. Care...
On June 2, 2011 Marie DeGrazia-Goodey, passed away at the beautiful age of 96 at home and in the comfort of her loving family. She was born on March 1, 1915 in Chicago, Illinois to Rocco and Mary DeGrazia. She was the oldest of 3 daughters and lived to tell a tale of the Great Depression, working for $.10 an...
Carol A. Rosato passed away June 2, 2011 at her home in Monrovia. She is survived by her children, Lisa M. (Peter) Rosato-Donahue and Chris Rosato; grandchild, Molly Donahue; as well many beloved friends. Her funeral service will be held Friday, June 10, 2011 at 11:00 AM at the Church of Our Savior, 535 W. Roses Rd., San Gabriel, CA...
Dennis Stanley Wadkins was born to Helen and Stanley Wadkins on February 26, 1946 in Los Angeles, California. He was the youngest of two children. Dennis spent his entire life in Monrovia, CA, where he was the star of the Monrovia High School football, basketball and track teams. He graduated in 1964 and joined the Navy in November 10, 1966,...
Stephen Grant Gooch passed away on May 31, 2011 after a long battle with congestive heart failure. His family, friends and doctors will remember him for his unwavering optimism and fortitude in the face of this debilitating illness. Steve was born in Los Angeles, California on December 12, 1940, the oldest son of John Elmer Gooch and Roberta Grant Gooch....
Kevin H. Moore was born to Cecil (Tom) And Barbara Moore on June 21st, 1957. Kevin attended Immaculate Conception Elementary School in Monrovia and graduated from Bishop Amat High School in La Puente, CA. Kevin earned an Associate of Science Degree in Fire Technology from Mt. San Antonio College. Kevin joined the Pasadena Fire Department in 1979, following in his...
Ily Sivo, 83, passed away on May 26, 2011. A long time resident of Sierra Madre, Ily is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, Thomas & Susanna Szakall, and her grandchildren, Jason, Trenton, Brenda and Cynthia. A memorial service will be held at 2:00 PM on Monday, August 1, at the Douglass & Zook Chapel of Remembrance Funeral Home in...
LUJAN - Bennie E. Lujan, age 90, passed away May 25, 2011 in Los Angeles, California. Bennie is survived by his children, Grace, Victoria, Raymond and Frances; sister, Victoria; 18 grandchildren; 34 great grandchildren; and 5 great great grandchildren. A visitation will be held Tuesday, May 31, 2011 from 5:00 to 8:30 PM with a rosary at 6:30 PM at...
Mark E. Dantzler, Beloved son, brother, uncle, cousin, nephew and friend, left this life on May 24, 2011 in Los Angeles, California. Mark was the eldest son of Lou and Ruby Dantzler, born August 3, 1962 in Los Angeles, California. At age 6, Mark became one of the original members of the Challengers Boys & Girls Club. After graduating in...