Search for celebrities on Ancestry.com!Jacqueline Ann Pollard
October 21 1930 - November 15 2001
Jacqueline Ann Pollard a Hayward resident entered into rest Thursday, November 15, 2001 in Hayward. Born in New Orleans, Louisiana on October 21, 1930, she was 71 years of age. Jackie was an avid dog and cat lover. Her dogs name was Sacha. She also enjoyed watching her soap operas. Jackie took great pride in preparing for her daughters Cheryl’s wedding. When she was younger she participated in camping and the outdoors. Jackie enjoyed going out to eat with her friends. She worked for Warden West Company for 6 years as a Tagger.
Loving mother of Cheryl Aguiar of Hayward, James Pollard of San Bruno, Dennis Pollard of Hayward and Ronald Pollard of San Diego. Devoted grandmother of nine grandchildren and eleven great-grandchildren.
Visitation will be held Sunday, November 18, 2001 from 5:00-8:30 p.m. at Chapel of the Chimes in Hayward. Friends are welcome to attend a Funeral service Monday, November 19, 2001 at 1:30 p.m. in the Reflection Chapel with a private Interment at Chapel of the Chimes Funeral Home.
Raul Tovar
November 11 1950 - December 3 2001
Raul Tover a Union City resident entered into rest Monday, December 3, 2001 in San Leandro. Born in Zacatecas, Mexico on November 11, 1950, he was 51 years of age. He worked for Solorio’s Body Shop for 16 years and for Moeller Bros. Body Shop for the past 9 years. He was a member of Classic Cruisers Club in Fremont, CA. He was a Soccer Coach for 15 years for the Union City Soccer League.
Dearly beloved husband of Rosa Tovar for 26 years. Loving father of Kreshenda Tovar of Union City, Gabriela Tovar of Pomona, Angela Tovar of Oakland, Flavia Tovar of Oakland, Herman Tovar of Union City, Gilbert Tovar of Union City, Glenn Tovar of Union City and Eduardo Tovar of Oakland. Dear brother of Graciela Tovar of Mexico, Consuelo Tovar of Mexico, Esperanza Tovar of Mexico and Maria Tovar of Oakland. Devoted grandfather of six.
Visitation will be held Thursday, December 6, 2001 from 5:00 to 8:30 p.m. at Chapel of the Chimes in Hayward. Friends are welcome to attend a Funeral service Friday, December 7, 2001 at 10:30 a.m. in the Mission Chapel at Chapel of the Chimes Funeral Home.
Sherrie Kinney
May 15 1949 - November 24 2001
Kinney, Sherrie Lynn Kinney(Roy)
Her precious life was taken from us suddenly on Saturday, November 24, 2001. Loving wife and sole-mate of Harold Kinney for 32 years. Devoted mother of Anita Yates, Jason and Melissa Kinney, Staci Kinney and Adam Kinney. Beloved Grandmother of Athena Ruyle. Beloved daughter of Kary and Jessie Gordon. Survived by Sister Debbie Rose and Brother Robert Roy. She will be missed by, her many friends, relatives, and adopted sons. Services will be held at 1:30 on Saturday Dec. 1 at the Chapel of the Chimes, 32992 Mission Blvd., Hayward, CA 94544. "Service of Marked Distinction"
Alex Rodriguez, Jr.
November 29 1967 - November 1 2001
In loving memory of Alex Rodriguez, Jr. of Hayward, California passed away on Thursday November 1, 2001 at the young age of 33. He was born on November 29, 1967 in Eureka, California. Alex was a loving husband, father and son. Dearly beloved husband of Adrienne Rodriguez of Hayward, California for 14 years. Loving son of Margaret Rodriguez of Hayward, California and Alejandro Rodriguez of Mexico. Devoted grandson of Sara & the late Thomas Rodriguez of Salinas, California and Theresa Davila of Salinas, California. Loving father of Jessica, Amanda, Athena, Gino and Alejandro Rodriguez all of Hayward, California. Dear brother of Yvonne Martinez, Sandy Rodriguez, Melissa Rodriguez all of Hayward, California Tzizik Rodriguez, Itsi Rodriguez and Oxcity Rodriguez all of Sacramento, California. Alex was the owner of Speedy Muffler in Hayward, California. He enjoyed cooking, fishing and was a T-Ball coach to his sons teams. Alex also enjoyed spending time with his family. A Visitation will be held on Sunday, December 2, 2001 from 5:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. with a Vigil Service at 5:30 p.m. at Chapel of the Chimes Funeral Home – Reflection Chapel. Family and Friends are invited to attend a Funeral Service Monday, December 3, 2001 at 1:30 p.m. at Chapel of the Chimes Funeral Home – Reflection Chapel with Interment at Chapel of the Chimes Memorial Park; 32992 Mission Boulevard, Hayward, CA 94544.
Rae Louise Lewis
December 20 1914 - November 25 2001
Rae Louise Lewis, a 46 year resident of Hayward entered into rest Sunday, November 25, 2001. She was a native of Blocton, Alabama born on December 20, 1914, passed at age 86.
Rae was a welder in the shipyards during WWII. She enjoyed Wheel of Fortune making crafts, quilting, crocheting and knitting. She was a long time member of Bay Hills Community Church where she sang in the church choir. Another item she enjoyed was Monday night card games with her friends.
Dearly beloved mother of Anita Williams of Citrus Heights, Mary Sue Kovacs of Redwood City, Betty Lou Lewis of Alameda, Howard Lewis of Saratoga and the late Jimmy Lewis. Special sister of Betty Glenn of Manteca, Tina Newgent of LaMirada and the late Polly McOlash.and Roy Stocks. Dear grandmother of 9 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren.
Friends can attend a visitation Wednesday, November 28, 2001 from 5 to 8:00 p.m. and a Funeral Service on Thursday, November 29, 2001 at 1:30 p.m. all to take place at Chapel of the Chimes.
Billey Floyd Lessley
April 20 1941 - November 24 2001
Billey F. Lessley, a 37 year resident of Union City, entered into rest in Union City from lung cancer on November 24, 2001. He was born in Phoenix, AZ on April 20, 1941, he was 60 years of age. Billey enjoyed riding his motorcycle; skiing at the cabin in Tahoe; he participated in yearly Corvette races, and had a great love for cars and caring for his roses. Billey enjoyed working in the Aerospace Industry, (He missed one day of work in 20 years.) He loved to play practical jokes with family and co-workers.
He is survived by is wife of 44 years, Shirley Lessley of Union City. Son of Beulah Lessley of Los Angeles and the late, William Lessley. The father of Deborah Lessley-Ingolia of Fremont, Billey Michael Lessley of Livermore and Kelly F. Lessley of Gilbert, AZ. Brother of Lorraine Lessley of Carson, Pat Matzie of San Pedro and Wanda Toothacker of Rancho Palos Verdes, Harold Lessley of Alabama and Rick Lessley of Issaquah, WA. Grandfather of Melissa Lessley of San Diego, Monica Lessley of Hayward, Rachel Lessley of Livermore, Shana, Kaeli, and Jacob Lessley all of Gilbert, AZ.
Family and friends are invited to visitation on Wednesday, November 28, 2001 from 5 to 8:30PM at the Chapel of the Chimes Funeral Home, 32992 Mission Blvd. Hayward, CA 94544. A funeral service will be held at 2:00PM, Thursday, November 29, 2001 in the Mission Chapel of Chapel of the Chimes Funeral Home at the above address. Burial will follow in Chapel of the Chimes Memorial Park Hayward.
Chapel of the Chimes Memorial Park and Funeral Home Hayward, CA 94544
Faye Anderson
November 7 1909 - November 18 2001
Anderson, Faye entered into rest on November 18, 2001 age 92. A resident of Fremont for 30 years. She loved sewing, knitting, and crochet. Faye was a great cook and her grandchildren loved her Chicken Dumplings. Other past times included walking, the Fremont Hub, and watching talk shows on NBC.
Preceded in death by her two daughters Shirley Gordon and Anna Ruth Bradeen. Beloved mother-in-law of Stephen Bradeen; Loving grandmother of Cheryl Pine of Fremont, Cindi Barron of Pleasanton, Cristi Martin and her husband Jim of Roseville, and Linda Gilliland and her husband James of Virginia; Cherished great grandmother of Farris Ann Pine and Ian James Gilliland.
Friends are invited to attend a Funeral Service on Friday November 23, 2001 at 10:00 AM at Chapel of Chimes Memorial Park and Funeral Home 32992 Mission Blvd Hayward, CA (510) 471-3363
Ann Marie Burch
July 19 1907 - November 18 2001
Ann Marie Marich Burch a Fremont resident entered into rest Sunday, November 18, 2001 in Fremont. Born in Siberia, Russia on July 19, 1907, she was 94 years of age. She loved singing and spending time with family. She was a devoted homemaker for 57 years.
Loving mother of Thomas W. Burch, Jr. of Houston, Texas. Dear sister to 17 sisters and brothers. Devoted grandmother of six grandchildren; ten great-grandchildren and six great great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband Thomas W. Burch and her daughter Mary Ann Belzer.
Friends are welcome to attend a Funeral service Friday, November 23, 2001 at 2:00 p.m. in the Mission Chapel at Chapel of the Chimes Funeral Home.
Thang Thanh Pham
May 6 1975 - November 16 2001
Thang Thanh pham a Union City resident entered into rest Friday, November 16, 2001 in Union City. Born in Vietnam on May 6, 1975, he was 26 years of age. He was very loved by his nieces and nephews. He was always very outgoing and easy to get along with. Thang enjoyed fishing, skiing, camping and his friends. He was a respectful son and family member.
Loving son of Muoi Van Pham and Nghia Thi Le of Union City. Dear brother of Judy Pham of Union City, Loan Pham of Union City, Lisa Pham of Union City, Hai Pham of Hayward, Son Pham of Indianapolis, Indiana, Tung Pham of Indianapolis, Indiana, Toan Pham of Union City and Trung Pham of Union City.
Visitation will be held Friday, November 23, 2001 from 4:00-8:30 p.m. at Chapel of the Chimes in Hayward. Friends are welcome to attend a Funeral service Saturday, November 24, 2001 from 12:00-1:30 p.m. in the Mission Chapel with a graveside service to follow from 1:30-3:00 p.m. at Chapel of the Chimes Memorial Park.
Jane Clare Harding
July 29 1897 - November 28 2001
Jane Harding a Castro Valley resident entered into rest Wednesday, November 28, 2001 in Castro Valley. Born in Canada on July 29, 1897, she was 104 years of age. Jane lived in Hayward for 73 years before moving to Castro Valley. She and her husband owned and operated a chicken ranch. After they closed the ranch, she opened a knitting and yarn store. She taught knitting and crocheting. She loved to sew in her early years. Jane was active and lived alone until she was 102.
Loving mother of one son Clare Harding of Dublin. Dear sister of Robertta Labutt of Mesa, Arizona. Jane was preceded in death by eight siblings.
A private inurnment will take place at Chapel of the Chimes Memorial Park; 32992 Mission Blvd., Hayward, CA 94544
Augusta Paul Parodi
August 18 1924 - November 30 2001
Paul “Babe” Parodi, 77 passed away on Friday, November 30, 2001 at St. Rose Hospital in Hayward, California. He was born on August 18, 1924 in Alameda, California, where he lived until moving to San Leandro, California. Babe was a resident of Hayward for two years and prior of San Leandro for 40 years. Babe was loved sports and playing cards. He was a member of Buon Tiempo Club. He was a U.S. Army Veteran from WWII. He owned and operated Parodi Carpets (Carpet Layer). He was a graduate from Alameda High School.
Paul was preceded in death by his brother Bruno Parodi. Paul is survived by his beloved wife of 53 years, Marie Bebe Parodi of Hayward, California. He also survived by his loving children, Lindsay Parodi of Hayward, Nick Parodi of Los Gatos and Danny Parodi of San Carlos, California. He also leaves behind his two dear sisters, Joe Robbie of Santa Clara and Louise Marble of Walnut Creek, California.
Family and Friends are invited to attend a Memorial Service on Friday, December 7, 2001 at 1:30 p.m. at Chapel of the Chimes Funeral Home – Reflection Chapel with a Niche Side to follow at Chapel of the Chimes Memorial Park; 32992 Mission Boulevard, Hayward, CA 94544.
The family has requested in lieu of flowers that donations be sent in his memory to the Cancer Control Society; 2043 N. Bernardo Street, Los Angeles, CA 90027 (323) 663-7801.
Alice Mae Jager
February 8 1905 - November 25 2001
Alice May Jager passed away in Oakland on November 25, 2001. She was the beloved widow of George J. Jager and the loving mother of Alice Russell of Oakland, CA and George C. Jager and his wife Mary Ann of Brentwood, CA. She was the dear sister of Margaret Rhorer of Sacramento, CA. She was the dear grandmother of four boys and two girls and great-grandmother of five girls and three boys. Many nieces and nephews also survive her.
A native of Cleveland, Ohio, she was 96 years of age. Alice was a 50-year, life member of Golden Wave Chapter #103, Order of Eastern Star. Memorial donations may be made to St. Jude Hospital.
Chapel of the Chimes 4499 Piedmont Avenue Oakland, CA 94611 Tel. (510) 654-0123 “Service of Marked Distinction”
Moises M. De Guzman
January 2 1926 - December 8 2001
Moises M. deGuzman, 75, died Saturday, December 8, 2001 in Castro Valley. Moises was born January 2, 1926 in Narvacan, P.I.. in 1945, he left the Philippines for Hilo, HI, and later moved to Honolulu where he graduated from McKinley High School in 1947. Upon graduation, he moved to San Jose, CA and joined his father, Alfonso. Moises attended San Jose State and received a Masters Degree in Political Science from Montana State, and in 1955 he received a teaching credential from the University of California-Berkeley. He served with the U.S. Army from 1952 to 1954. He taught for the Oakland Public School District from 1957 to 1990. Moises was granted a leave of absence from the school district for two years (1996-1968) to accept an appointment with the U.S. State Department-A.I.D. to serve as refugee liaison in Tay Ninh Province. S. Vietnam. Moises is survived by his wife Melinda; Sons Michael, Timothy, Anthony; daughter Kathleen; step-daughter Debora and her husband David; grandsons Jeffery, Scott, and Nicholas deGuzman; granddaughters Sarah Ann and Desiree Aimee. Family and friends are invited to visit from 5 to 8:30PM, Wednesday, December 12, 2001 at Chapel of the Chimes Funeral Home, 32992 Mission Blvd., Hayward, CA 94544, where a prayer liturgy service will be held at 7:00PM in the Reflection Chapel. The Funeral Mass will be held at 10:30AM, Friday, Dec. 14, 2001 at Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church, 3433 Somerset Ave., Castro Valley, CA 94546. A reception will follow the mass at Stack Center. Burial will be in Chapel of the Chimes Memorial Park, Hayward.
Memorial contributions may be made to Oakland High School Teachers Memorial Fund, Sp. Attn: Carlos Padilla, 1023 Mac Arthur Blvd., Oakland, CA 94606 or to the Hayward Area Recreation and Park District, Senior Baseball Program, 1099 E Street, Hayward, CA 94541.
Chapel of the Chimes Memorial Park and Funeral Home, Hayward, CA (510) 471-3363
Bal Kimbembe Balumbu
February 1 1945 - December 7 2001
Bal “Vieux Bal” Kimbembe Balumbu, 56 passed away on Friday, December 7, 2001 at Dameron Hospital in Stockton, California. He was born on February 1, 1945 in Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of Congo. He was a Stockton resident for 2 years and prior of Union City, California for 19 years. Bal was the President of Mosi Mosi Foundation – a non-profit organization. He pioneered the Military and Commercial Pilots in the Democratic Republic of Congo. Bal was a Computer Network Engineer at California State University Hayward. He was a big fan of football. He always enjoyed reading and math.
Bal is survived by his beloved wife of 26 years, Ndandu Balumbu of Stockton, California. He leaves behind his loving 11 children; 5 daughters, Wumba and Lesia Balumbu both of Antioch, Maleki Balumbu of Union City, Odessa and Karen both of Stockton, California, 6 sons, Calvert and Nzinga Balumbu of Union City, Bunzi Balumbu of Oakland, Malekita Balumbu of Hayward, Fiston and Nkosinza Balumbu both of Stockton, California. He also leaves behind 7 dear siblings; 4 sisters, Helene Hebena Kimbembe, Maleki Leya Kimbembe, Londa Kimbembe all of Democratic Republic of Congo and Marie Zala Kimbembe of Stockton, California, 3 brothers, Mabanza Kimbembe, Lukeba Kimbembe and Luyalv Kimbembe all of Democratic Republic of Congo. He was preceded in death by his brother, Malekita Kimbembe. He is survived by seven very special grandchildren.
Family and Friends are invited to attend a Visitation on Friday, December 14, 2001 from 5:00 p.m. –8:30 p.m. at Chapel of the Chimes Funeral Home and a Funeral Service on Saturday, December 15, 2001 at 2:00 p.m. at Chapel of the Chimes Funeral Home – Mission Chapel with Interment to follow at Chapel of the Chimes Memorial Park; 32992 Mission Boulevard, Hayward, CA 94544.
Pearl Irene Clites
September 18 1912 - December 7 2001
Pearl Irene Clites a Fremont, California resident entered into rest Friday, December 7, 2001 in Fremont. Born in Homeston, Iowa on September 18, 1912, she was 89 years of age. She was a volunteer at the Senior Center in Fremont.
Pearl is survived by two nieces; Linda Sauer of Fremont, CA and Sharon Ball of Santa Clara, CA, one nephew; Lester Hadley, Jr. of San Jose, CA. Pearl was preceded in death by two sisters, Lorene Hedrick and Garrett Hadley, four brothers; John Nicolls, Paul Nicolls, Loren Nicolls and Oroville Nicolls.
Chapel of the Chimes Memorial Park and Funeral Home, 32992 Mission Blvd., Hayward, California.
