Nicholas Karpow

Nicholas Karpow

Dec 28, 2010

Nicholas was born in Russia on January 1, 1932 and passed away on December 28, 2010 in Arcadia, California. Nicholas served in the U.S. Army during the occupation of Germany by the Russians. He is survived by his brother Paul Karpow. And will be greatly missed by friends at Bell and Howell where he worked for over 35 years. Nicholas...

Robert F. Cummings

Robert F. Cummings

Dec 28, 2010

A 47-year resident of Arcadia, Robert passed away at the Arcadia Health Care Center of complications following a hip replacement surgery and Parkinson’s disease. He was born in Spencer, Iowa, the only child to his parents Thaddus L. Cummings & Josephine Squire Cummings. His early education was also in Spencer. Iowa. Robert served in the Army Signal Operations, 529 Company,...

Robert G. Forney

Robert G. Forney

Dec 27, 2010

Robert G. (Bob) Forney passed away peacefully at home in Sierra Madre on Monday, Dec.27. He was 89. Mr. Forney was born in Pomona, Calif. and raised in the orange groves of La Verne. He attended Bonita High School, where he met his wife of 69 years, Ann Roberts. He enlisted in the Navy in 1942 and served a tour...

Sam Zagorianos

Sam Zagorianos

Dec 26, 2010

Sam Zagorianos, 92, passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by his loving family December 26, 2010. He was born June 13, 1918, in Weirton, West Virginia. He served in the US Army during WWII, and was honorably discharged. Sam was a loving husband, father, grandfather and friend. Sam was active in the Greek community, and a member of Saint...

Ruth C. Creasser

Ruth C. Creasser

Dec 19, 2010

Ruth C. Creasser passed away into the arms of her Savior on December 19, 2010 at the age of 90. Ruth was a native Californian, a long time resident of Arcadia and had been a teacher’s assistant at Pasadena City College Parent Education for over 40 years where she was cherished by parents, children and teachers alike. Ruth previously was...

Isidore John Guardado

Isidore John Guardado

Dec 19, 2010

Born in Pasadena August 16, 1946, died at VA hospice care in North Hills December 19, 2010 after a year long battle with lung cancer. John, aka "Peanut", was a proud Vietnam war veteran who resided in Duarte most of his life. John is survived by his daughter Rochelle Guardado. Graveside services will take place at Live Oak Cemetery 200...

Emily Souqett Hilerio

Emily Souqett Hilerio

Dec 18, 2010

SOUQUETT - Emily Souquett Hilerio passed away on the evening of December 18, 2010 in Arcadia, CA. Emily was finally overcome by her long and brave battle with Alzheimer’s disease. Born in Glendale, Arizona, Emily is preceded in death by her parents as well as her brother Peter Hilario, sister Theresa Videla, her daughter Marilyn Del Arroyo and her son...

Valeria Bleharski-Walker

Valeria Bleharski-Walker

Dec 14, 2010

WALKER - Valeria Bleharski-Walker, 104 years of life, passed away Dec. 14, 2010. Born in Witt, IL, the oldest of 5 children. Moved to Monrovia from Chicago in 1944, and with her husband, Howard, opened Walker’s Coffee Shop on Myrtle Ave. Worked for the L.A. Co. Assessor’s Office for 20 years, but always found time for her hobbies: sewing, weaving,...

Kenneth W. O'Neal

Kenneth W. O'Neal

Dec 12, 2010

Kenneth W. O’Neal, 65, Financial Executive Kenneth Wesley O’Neal, chief financial officer of Nancy Bond Insurance Services of Monrovia, California, and a long-time certified public accountant, died on December 12, one day after his 65th birthday. He lived in Monrovia and had part-time residences in Carlsbad, California, and Goodyear, Arizona. Mr. O’Neal died of kidney cancer. He was born in...

Maureen Mcadam

Maureen Mcadam

Dec 10, 2010

Maureen (Coburn) McAdam, of Duarte passed away December 10, 2010. Maureen is survived by her husband, Wayne, daughter Heather and son-in-law David Sark, and nine brothers and sisters, their spouses and children. Visitation will be December 16, 6:00-8:00 P.M. at Douglas & Zook Chapel of Remembrance, Monrovia. A Memorial Service will be held December 17, 10 A.M. at Immaculate Conception...

Timothy James Roling

Timothy James Roling

Dec 10, 2010

Timothy James Roling of Redlands went to our Lord's loving arms on December 10, 2010. Tim was a precious son to Jim and Helen Roling. He will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him. He is preceded in death by his father, James M. Roling and several aunts and uncles. Tim leaves behind to mourn his death...

Barbara Louise Pennigton Wood Ballard

Barbara Louise Pennigton Wood Ballard

Dec 7, 2010

Barbara Louise Pennington Wood Ballard passed away after a brave two-year struggle with ovarian cancer Tuesday, December 7th 2010 in Vancouver, Washington. She was 74. Barbara Louise Pennington was born in Springdale Arkansas to Arminta Elvina Rich and Green Lee Pennington who were the parents of 10 children – 9 girls and 1 boy. In the early 1940’s Arminta migrated...

Jesus Ramon Ramirez

Jesus Ramon Ramirez

Dec 4, 2010

Jesus Ramon Ramirez, 56, passed away December 4, 2010. He was born June 4, 1954 in Los Angeles. Preceded in death by his brothers, Harry and Raul, and a sister, Celia. He is survived by his brothers Carlos Ramirez and Joe Ramirez. He also leaves behind extended family including: Victoria R. Tercero, Maria E. Ramirez, godmother Gloria M Ramirez, Cristina...

Marie Edna Lillian Austin

Marie Edna Lillian Austin

Dec 4, 2010

Our beloved mother closed her beautiful eyes for the last time on December 4, 2010. Marie Edna Lillian Muether was born on May 12, 1916 in Sumner, Iowa. She was the third daughter and fifth child of George and Anna Muether, and grew up on the family farm in Iowa. After graduating high school, Marie moved to Chicago, Illinois where...

Walter Joseph Watson

Walter Joseph Watson

Dec 3, 2010

WATSON - Walter Joseph Watson, 89, passed away December 3, 2010 in Monrovia, CA. Walter was born November 25, 1921 in Coal City, IL. He married his wife of 58 years, Betty J. Frazier on Feb. 8, 1941. Walter served with distinction in the US Navy from Dec. 8, 1941 to Oct. 30, 1945. He was one of the 1st...

Deborah Lamb

Deborah Lamb

Nov 30, 2010

Deborah Lamb was born May 13, 1950. She went to be with the Lord on November 30, 2010 She is survived by her husband, Michael; daughter, Melissa (Matthew) Webster; son, Nicholas; sisters, Cynthia Utley & Kathleen Aaronian, and two grandchildren. A Memorial Service was held on Tuesday, December 7, 2010 at 4:00 p.m. at the Church of the Good Shepherd,...

Cali Zong

Cali Zong

Nov 28, 2010

Cali Zong, age 16, was born on July 30, 1994 and went to be with Heavenly Father and Jesus on November 28, 2010. Services for Cali will be held on January 6, 2010 at 11:00 am Desert Lawn Memorial Chapel, Calimesa, California. Cali was one of many of Gods children who spent a very short period on this earth, but...

John Wylie Doagherty

John Wylie Doagherty

Nov 26, 2010

John Wylie (Jack) Dougherty, 88, passed away peacefully on November 26, 2010. Born to Wilson and Rosalie Dougherty on January 11, 1922 in Hemet, California, Jack grew up in Arcadia and attended Arcadia schools, graduating from MAD High School in 1940. He earned a degree in Electrical Engineering from PJC, then joined the Navy, received his wings, and transferred to...

Marilyn Carol Briguccia

Marilyn Carol Briguccia

Nov 26, 2010

Marilyn Carol McArdle, 79, passed away peacefully November 26, 2010 in Arcadia, California. She was born to Charles Liming and Beatrice Miller. Marilyn lived a long, happy, and healthy life. She was a beautiful person as life presented itself to her, and the challenges in her life. She became a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints,...

Pauline Ladicos

Pauline Ladicos

Nov 20, 2010

Pauline Ladicos, passed away Saturday, November 20, 2010, unexpectedly in Westwood. Born to George Karatzas and Irene Roumeliotis Karatzas on October 11, 1923. Beloved sister to Chris Karatzas, Tula Van Alstine and Joanna Karatzas; sister in law to Philip Enquist; Aunt to Irene and David Bouffard, John Karatzas, Georgann and Tony McConn, Donald Van Alstine, Thomas and Annette Van Alstine...