Benito Chua Tiong
May 11, 2009
Benito Chua Tiong was born on March 11, 1936 in Dagupan, Philippines to Tat and Tai Tiong. He passed away on May 11, 2009 in his home in Arcadia, California. Benito enjoyed recreational sports such as bowling, golfing, and basketball. He was a fan of the Lakers. He was also a great cook and enjoyed culinary cuisines. He enjoyed fruits...
Rosina E. Corum
May 11, 2009
Rosina E. Corum was born Aug. 6, 1927, the ninth child of parents Henry T. and Catherine E. Schimmer in Danbury, Iowa. She attended St. Mary's (Catholic) School followed by Danbury High School, where she graduated in 1947. After graduation, she came to California to be with her sister, Loretta, for the birth of her daughter. A few years later,...
Eunice Carole Johnson-Smith
May 8, 2009
Mrs. Eunice Carole Johnson-Smith. 76 formerly of Little Rock, AR was born February 24, 1933 to the late Warren & Jewel Johnson. Eunice was 1 of 5 Daughters, 2 (Cecile & Hilma both of California) preceded her in death. On December 28, 1949 she was united in Holy Matrimony to Wendell Smith were in 8 loving children were born. Eunice...
June R. Mccorkell
May 7, 2009
June R. McCorkell, 81, passed away peacefully May 9, 2009. She was born June 5, 1927 in Cleveland, Ohio to Stephen and Julia (Boleman) Herman. June was a longtime resident of the San Gabriel Valley and was a member of St. Luke’s Catholic Church for over 48 years. She loved to cook, was happiest while spending time with her family,...
Angela Risiglione Mion
May 5, 2009
Angela Risiglione Mion was born on September 6, 1923 (but she celebrated it on May 6, 1923) in Rosario, Argentina. She passed away on May 5, 2009 in her home (of over 40 years) in Pasadena, California. She was the owner of "Titos" Deli and Meat market in El Monte, California for over 35 years. She was preceeded in death...
Wesley Hodge Goshorn
May 3, 2009
Dr. Wesley Goshorn, retired pastor of Calvary Baptist Church in Monrovia, died May 3, 2009 at his home in Monrovia, CA. Dr. Goshorn was born Nov. 20, 1925 in Mercedes, Tex., to Frank and Inez (Morrow) Goshorn. As a young man he joined the Army Air Corps, and later earned his pilot's license. He graduated from high school in New...
Wesley Hodge Goshorn
May 3, 2009
Dr. Wesley Goshorn, retired pastor of Calvary Baptist Church in Monrovia, died May 3, 2009 at his home in Monrovia, CA. Dr. Goshorn was born Nov. 20, 1925 in Mercedes, Tex., to Frank and Inez (Morrow) Goshorn. As a young man he joined the Army Air Corps, and later earned his pilot's license. He graduated from high school in New...
Eric Emery
Apr 29, 2009
EMERY - Eric Emery, a native of Iowa, passed away peacefully at home in Sierra Madre, California on April 29, 2009. Eric graduated from Gilmore City-Bradgate High School in 1977, Ellsworth Community College in 1979, and earned his Bachelor's Degree from the University of Northern Iowa in 1981. Since 1998 he was the CEO of Bennett Bowen and Lighthouse, Inc.;...
Gwendolyn Mayfield
Apr 28, 2009
Gwendolyn Mayfield, 59, resident of Pasadena passed away April 28, 2009. She is survived by her son, Brian M. Perry. Private memorial service will be held at a later date.
Elizabeth Louise Jelinek
Apr 27, 2009
Elizabeth Louise Jelinek nee Zeman, 92, passed away Monday, April 27, 2009 in Arcadia, CA, as a result of complications from pneumonia following hip replacement surgery. Elizabeth was born in Chicago, Illinois on August 10, 1916, the youngest child of John and Anna Zeman. She is preceded in death by two brothers, George and Louis, and two sisters, Marie and...
Neil Hulshoff
Apr 27, 2009
Neil Hulshoff was born with Down's Syndrome and lived a long and very fruitful life. He was a blessing for his family, not only his parents, but also his brothers and sisters, his nieces and nephews, and his grand nieces and nephews. He was instrumental in prompting his parents to get involved with The Exceptional Children's Foundation, a charitable fund-raising...
Josephine B. Pantaleon
Apr 26, 2009
Josephine B. Pantaleon was born on March 19, 1929 Manilla, Philippines. She passed away (on her fathers birthdate) April 26, 2009 Arcadia, California. She was a loving and supportive wife of Mariano V. Pantaleon of 59 years. She is survived by her 3 children; Henrietta, Fernando and Ma.Luisa and surrounded by her 11 loving grandchildren and 10 wonderful great grandchildren....
Mark Joseph Habell
Apr 24, 2009
Mark Habell, a San Gabriel native and beloved brother and friend passed away peacefully and comfortably in his sleep on April 24, 2009 after a year long illness. He was preceded in death by his father Philip F Habell and his mother Frances B Habell. He graduated from SS Felicitas & Perpetua Grammar School in San Marino, California; Don Bosco...
Laurence J. St. Cyr
Apr 20, 2009
ST. CYR - Laurence J. St. Cyr, 88, passed away on April 20, 2009. A long time resident of Monrovia, Larry had been a member of the Immaculate Conception Church, a retired employee of Acme General Hardware Company, and a WWII Army Veteran of Normandy. He is survived by his nephews, Robert & Kenneth St. Cyr, and friends. Graveside services,...
Dudley Ducan Dorman
Apr 16, 2009
DORMAN - Dudley Duncan Dorman, 94, survived by his loving wife of more than 50 years, Billie. One of that last surviving WWII veterans, enlisted U.S. Navy, December 7, 1941, served with distinction until V.J. Day. Grocer, restaurateur, and friend to all who met him. Dudley died April 16, 2009. Services: April 29, 2009, 1:00 PM at Douglass & Zook...
Frances Violet Watkins
Apr 14, 2009
Frances Violet Watkins, 95, longtime resident of Arcadia, passed away April 14, 2009. She is survived by her children, Lawrence S. Watkins, John B. Watkins III, Leslie R. Watkins and Vernon D. Watkins. Memorial service will be held Saturday, May 9, 2009, 10:30 AM at Church of the Transfiguration, 1881 First Ave., Arcadia, CA 91006, (626)445-3340.
Edward Owens Mcginnis
Apr 9, 2009
Edward Owens McGinnis, 86, passed away peacefully on Thursday, April 9, 2009 surrounded by his family. He was born in Blackfoot, Idaho to Ross and Mary McGinnis. He served faithfully in the United States Marines during World War II and was wounded in combat in Okinawa, Japan and awarded the purple heart, he was dedicated to his country and was...
Adolfo Mercado
Apr 6, 2009
Adolfo Mercado was born May 25, 1929, and peacefully passed away April 26, 2009. He served with pride in the United States Army, United States Navy, as well as many years in the Reserves. He retired after 36 years as a federal service employee. He is survived by his wife of 41 years, MaryEllen Mercado, his children sons, Michael Mercado...
Tony P. Martinez
Apr 4, 2009
MARTINEZ - Tony P. Martinez of Monrovia, a beloved husband, father, grandfather & great grandfather, passed away April 4, 2009. He was born July 28, 1919 in Escondido, CA. He is survived by his wife Rose of 64 years; children, Rosemary (Joe) Olivas, Cecilia (John) Grajeda, Anthony Martinez, Margaret (Larry) Varela, Michael (Connie) Martinez, and Andrew Martinez; 22 grandchildren; 12...
Douglas M. Collins
Mar 29, 2009
COLLINS - Douglas M. Collins, born May 15, 1944 in Printiss, Mississippi, passed away March 31, 2009 in Downey, CA at the age of 64. Doug attended John Muir High School in Pasadena, played varsity football and graduated June 1962. He resided in the Monrovia-Duarte area for the remainder of his life. Doug was an avid sports fan and loved...