Search for celebrities on Ancestry.com!Benito E. Valencia
March 21 1928 - November 2 2002
Benito E. Valencia a Hayward, California resident entered into rest November 2, 2002 in Newark, Ca. Born in the Philippines on March 21, 1928, he was 74 years of age. He was an Abukeno Association member, retired engineer from the City and County of San Francisco and he also worked at Bataan refining Corporation.
Dearly beloved husband of Angelina Valencia for 46 years. Loving father of Vanessa Wilson of Newark, Brenda Simson of Danville, and Benito Valencia Sr. of Union City. Dear brother of Concordia Valencia of Quezon City, Philippines and Feliciano Valencia of San Francisco. Devoted grandfather of four grandchildren.
Visitation will be held Thursday, November 7, 2002 from 5:00-8:30 p.m. and Friday, November 8, 2002 from 5:00-8:30 p.m. with a vigil at 7:00 p.m. at Chapel of the Chimes in Hayward. Friends are welcome to attend a Funeral Mass Saturday, November 9, 2002 at 10:00 a.m. at St. Clement Catholic Church, 738 Calhoun St., Hayward, CA 94544. Burial to follow at Chapel of the Chimes Memorial Park, 32992 Mission Blvd., Hayward, CA. “Service of Marked Distinction”
Bethel CyAnne Nicholes
September 21 1940 - November 2 2002
Bethel CyAnne Nicholes a Fremont, California resident entered into rest Saturday, November 2, 2002 in Fremont. Born in Chiloquin, Oregon on September 21, 1940, she was 62 years of age. She was a Homemaker for 34 years.
Dearly beloved wife of Ralph Balestra for 14 years. Loving mother of Kathalina (Woody) Fuentes of Alameda, Ca. Dear sister of Josefina Fukui and Jeroll (Jellybean) Hull. Devoted grandmother of three grandchildren; Anne Leate, Alexander Leate and Harley Leate.
Friends are welcome to attend a memorial service Saturday, November 9, 2002 at 11:00 a.m. at United Church of Hayward Congregational; 30540 Mission Boulevard, Hayward, CA 94544. “Service of Marked Distinction”
Memorial contributions can be made to your own favorite charity.
Edward Ortiz Sr.
October 12 1911 - October 31 2002
Edward Ortiz Sr. a Henderson, Nevada resident entered into rest October 31, 2002 in Henderson. Born in Hawaii on October 12, 1911, he was 91 years of age. He was the founding member of the Puerto Rican Athletic Association in Hawaii.
Loving father of Cynthia Johnston of South Carolina, Edward Ortiz Jr. of Henderson, NV, Reynold Ortiz of Turlock, CA, Robert Ortiz of Vacaville, CA, and Harold Ortiz of El Sobrante, CA. Devoted grandfather of seventeen grandchildren and twenty-one great grandchildren.
Visitation will be held Thursday, November 7, 2002 from 11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. with the funeral service at 1:30 p.m. in the Reflection Chapel at Chapel of the Chimes Funeral Home. “Service of Marked Distinction”
John H. Vera Jr.
December 31 1925 - October 18 2002
VERA JR., JOHN H. Entered into rest October 18, 2002 in Sacramento. Age 76 years. Born December 31, 1925 in Youngstown, Ohio. Survived by his children, Kathryn Griffith and husband John of Mississippi, Robert and wife Sheila of San Andreas, California, Dan and wife Cheryl of Wilton, California, Sally Edwards and husband Bob of Sacramento, and Suzanne Grijalva of Stockton. Also survived by grandchildren Cheri Hutchins and husband Carl of Sacramento, Jessy and wife Robyn, Felicia, Aimee, Jill, Bree, and Chad, Great-grandson Michael. Preceded in death by sweetheart of 20 years Corrine Fountain in 1996, son Mike Vera in 1993, and grandson Johnny in 1990. Family and friends are invited to a Memorial Service on Tuesday, October 29 at 1200 Noon at SUNSET LAWN CHAPEL OF THE CHIMES 4701 Marysville Blvd., Sacramento. Inurnment will be private.
Kay Eleanor Franke
April 26 1931 - October 14 2002
Kay E. Franke, 71 passed away at San Leandro Hospital on Monday, October 14, 2002. Kay was born to Yvonne F. and Edmund L. Franke, Sr. in Oakland, California on April 26, 1931. She was an accomplished artist, photographer and long-standing service in the Insurance Business. She worked for Ropama Inc. in San Leandro, California. She was a member of San Leandro Art Association, Photo Central and Hayward Arts Council. She was the co-founder of Phantom Art Gallery in Hayward, California. Her beloved brothers, survive Kay Ed L. Franke, Jr. of Hathaway Pines, California and Alan R. Franke of Highlands Ranch, Colorado. Her dear uncle, Norman P. Franke of Oakland, California, also survives her. Family and Friends are invited to attend a Memorial Service on Tuesday, October 29, 2002 at 1:30 p.m. at Chapel of the Chimes Funeral Home – Reflection Chapel; 32992 Mission Boulevard, Hayward, CA 94544. The family has requested that donations be sent in his memory to American Cancer Society; 1700 Webster Street, Oakland, CA 94612-3412 or to the International Friendship House in Oakland, California. CHAPEL OF THE CHIMES MEMORIAL PARK & FUNERAL HOME – HAYWARD, CA (510) 471-3363. “SERVICE OF MARKED DISTINCTION”
Margaret Fay Ewing
February 9 1910 - October 15 2002
Margaret Fay “Granny” Ewing a Hayward, California resident entered into rest Tuesday, October 15, 2002 in Hayward. Born in Stanton, Texas on February 9, 1910, she was 92 years of age. She was a charter member of the Church of Christ in Hayward, California. She was also a very loving mother of four children and affectionately known as “Granny” to 11 grandchildren and 24 great-grandchildren. She enjoyed having company, crocheting and gardening.
Loving mother of Peggy Cooper of Hayward, Susan Ewing & Don Hedglen of Concord, Jim & Beverly Ewing of Castro Valley, and Tom & “Sam” Ewing of Orland. Her husband of 61 years, Judge Ewing preceded her in death in July 1993. Her parents Sallie & John Allison along with 8 brothers and sisters preceded her in death.
Friends are welcome to attend a Funeral service Monday, October 21, 2002 at 3:00 p.m. in the Mission Chapel at Chapel of the Chimes Funeral Home with Internment to follow at Chapel of the Chimes Memorial Park; 32992 Mission Blvd., Hayward, CA. “Service of Marked Distinction”
Dorothy Lucille Fewell
March 17 1916 - October 6 2002
FEWELL, DOROTHY L. entered into rest Sunday, October 6, 2002 at age 86 in Modesto. Born Friday, March 17, 1916 in Fort Dodge, Iowa and was a 30 year resident of Sacramento. Loving mother of Beverly Oakley (Robert). Special sister to Laura Barber of Fort Dodge, Iowa and Celia Frankfarther of Freeport, Il. Devoted grandmother of John Oakley of San Mateo, Jim Oakley of San Marcos, Paul Oakley of Lakeside and Alan Oakley of Sunnyvale. Preceded in death by husband John G. Fewell. Family and friends are invited to a visitation Monday, October 14, 2002 from 10:00 am to 12:00 Noon at Sunset Lawn Chapel of the Chimes-4701 Marysville Blvd-Sacramento (922-5833) with graveside services to follow in Sunset Lawn Memorial Park.
Helen Knudson
July 20 1917 - September 22 2002
Helen O. Knudson, 85 passed away in Castro Valley, California on Sunday, September 22, 2002. She was born in North Dakota on July 20, 1917. She has been a long-time resident of Castro Valley, California. Helen was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother.
Helen is survived by her beloved husband of 65 years, Theodore Knudson of Castro Valley, California. Helen leaves behind her four loving sons, Richard Knudson of Castro Valley, California, Paul & Laura Knudson of Castro Valley, California, Timothy Knudson of Castro Valley and Jeffery & Beverley Knudson of Woodbridge, California. His dear sister and brother also survive him, Mildred Swenson of Furgus Falls, Minnesota and Clyde Thorstenson of Sarasota, Florida. She was a proud grandmother of seven grandchildren and she had 13 precious great-grandchildren.
Services were held Thursday, September 26, 2002 at 10:00 a.m. at Chapel of the Chimes Memorial Park & Funeral Home; 32992 Mission Boulevard, Hayward, CA 94544.
CHAPEL OF THE CHIMES MEMORIAL PARK & FUNERAL HOME – HAYWARD, CA (510) 471-3363.
Hazel Lee Clark
March 29 1937 - October 8 2002
CLARK, HAZEL LEE, entered into rest Tue. Oct. 8, 2002 age 65. Precious mother of Denise, Darryl and Carey Gram. Also survived by 5 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren and a host of family and friends. She is preceded in death by both parents and a granddaughter. The family invites you to attend a visitation 4:00 to 8:00 pm Mon. Oct. 14, 2002 at Sunset Lawn Chapel of the Chimes 4701 Marysville Blvd. Sacto., Ca. And a funeral service 1:00 pm Tues. Oct. 15, 2002 at House of Jacob 1417 Vinci Ave. Sacto., Ca.. Interment will follow at Sunset Lawn Memorial Park.
Jesus M. Alvarado
February 14 1927 - October 7 2002
JESUS M. ALVARADO died in San Leandro, CA on October 7, 2002. He was the loving father of Frank, Bea and Ray, loving father-in-law of Cindy and Elizabeth ,the dear grandfather of Veronica, Esperanza, Maria, Alma and Theresa and the dear great-grandfather of Jesse, Yasmine, Ernesto, Mario and Sebastion.
A native of San Leandro, he was 75 years of age.
"God bless our loving father and grandfather. You will be missed."
Friends are invited to call at the Chapel of the Chimes, 4499 Piedmont Avenue, Oakland on Monday, October 14, 2002 from 4:00 to 8:00PM and attend Funeral Services at Chapel of the Chimes at 1:00PM on Tuesday, October 15, 2002. Interment will be at St. Mary's Cemetery.
Betty Ann Foster
June 4 1944 - November 9 2002
FOSTER,BETTY ANN, entered into rest Saturday, November 9, 2002 age 58. A native of Alameda, California and a resident of Sacramento for 3 years. Precious mother of Demitrius Foster , Constance Leray-Fullmore and John Foster . The family invites you to a memorial service 2:00 pm Tuesday, November 19, 2002 at Sunset Lawn Chapel of the Chimes 4701 Marysville Blvd. Sacto., Ca. 922-5833. Inurnment will be private by the family.
Wah Lock Jew
November 1 1912 - November 17 2002
WAH LOCK JEW died in Oakland, CA on November 17, 2002. He was the beloved husband of Sui Kew Jew and the loving father of Kim Tung Jew, Kim Toy Jew, Sheldon Jew, Toy Nit Jau, Brenda Stam and Joyce Green. He was the loving father-in-law of Siu Hing Jew, Joann Jew, Soo Tuey Woo, Butch Stam and David Green. He was the loving grandfather of Kimberlynn and Dirk Dittemore, Tamara Jew, Victoria Jew, Richard Jew, Michael Jew, Deanna Jew, Alice and Gary Goodrich, Walton and Cindy Woo, Felton Woo, Tracey Norwood, Michele Green, Melissa Green and Jonathan Green. He was the loving great-grandfather of Stefanie Woo, Cassandra Woo, Derek Goodrich, Alexander Goodrich, Daniel Goodrich, Clare Dittemore and Cole Dittemore.
A native of Kwongtung, China, he was 91 years of age.
He was a lifetime member of Joseph McQuaide Post 125, VFW and the Mow Kwong Jew Family Association.
Friends are invited to attend a visitation on Friday, November 29, 2002 from 5:00 - 8:00pm and Funeral Services on Saturday, November 30, 2002 at 12:30pm. Both services will be at Chapel of the Chimes, 4499 Piedmont Avenue in Oakland. He will be interred at Chapel of the Chimes in Hayward.
Alvin Havis Harris
October 17 1924 - November 25 2002
Alvin Havis Harris, Born October 17, 1924 passed away on November 25th 2002 in Modesto, California after a long illness. "Havis" as he was known by family and friends was the devoted and loving husband of Gloria Hammond-Harris of Modesto, California and the brother to the late Billie Daniels, Charlie Spencer. Senoia McFarland, Queenie Burns and Loretta Arnold. Havis was the seventh child of the late James and Annie Mae Harris.
Born and raised in Gould, Arkansas where he received his formal education. In 1943, Havis enlisted in the US Navy and received an honorable discharge in 1946. As a young man he was very adventurous and wanted to travel the world.
He later moved to the San Francisco Oakland Bay Area where he was employed as a merchant seaman. Traveling to the many ports of the world and traveled around the world seven times. He worked for Pacific Maritime Association as a longshoreman retiring after twenty nine-years.
Now, love and sweet memories remain for those that Havis has left behind: His wife Gloria. sons; Cedric Harris of San Francisco, CA, Havis Harris of Kansas City, Kansas; daughter Lisa Foshee of Modesto, CA; step sons: Aaron Myrick of Stockton, CA, and Leonard Myrick of Modesto, CA; sisters Archie Blakely of Oakland, CA; Marie Evans of San Leandro, CA; Quincie Warfield of Temecula, CA; brothers Lamar Harris of Oakland, CA and James Hams of Berkeley, CA; and also a loving "grand daddy" to Jerry (whom he raised from infancy) and nine other grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Brother-in-laws Chester Blakely and Clarence Warfield. And a terrific uncle to a host of nieces and nephews.
Havis was a proud and dependable man. Soft spoken but strong and independent always there when you needed him. He always had a sensitive loving side for children and never wanted to see them deprived of their well being. Havis was not a religious man, but he was spiritual and believed in a higher power which explains his love for life and living up to his fullest potential even to the very end. He never wanted or felt the need to share his pain with anyone other than his wife, Gloria.
Havis always remained true to himself never 1etting the pressures of his ongoing illness change his personality. Havis was just a fun loving good old guy to his many friends. He will surely be missed but never forgotten.
Friends are invited to attend Memorial Services on Friday, December 6, 2002, at 1:00pm at Chapel of the Chimes 4499 Piedmont Avenue in Oakland.
Wilbur G. Hall
January 20 1918 - December 1 2002
HALL, WILBUR G. entered into rest December 1, 2002 in Roseville, Ca, at the age of 84. Born January 20, 1918. A resident of Roseville for 40 years. He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Gladys R., his children Connie Newcross and Susan Huber of Sheridan, Wyoming. The family invited friends to attend memorial services Saturday, December 7, 2002 at 11:00am at First Baptist Church 7405 Mariposa Ave., Citrus Heights, Ca. Arrangements entrusted to Sunset Lawn Chapel of the Chimes.
Eugene Fjeld
September 5 1916 - November 30 2002
FJELD, GENE I. Passed away in Sacramento November 30, 2002. Born September 5, 1916 in Rosseau, MN. Age 86 years. A resident of Oroville, CA for the past year, and a 12 year resident Hyanpom, CA. He is survived by two children, Peter Fjeld and Debbie Burke, and one brother Norris Fjeld. Also survived by grandchildren Peter Jr, and Sonja Fjeld, Steven, Justin, and Amanda Burke, Great-grandchildren Matthew and Butterfly. He was preceded in death by his wife of 36 years in 1994, Lois Fjeld. Mr. Fjeld was a member of the American Legion Post 832 for 57 years, and the VFW. A veteran of WWII, and the Battle of the Bulge, he received the Purple Heart and the Bronze Star. At his request no services will be held. Arrangements were under the care of SUNSET LAWN CHAPEL OF THE CHIMES Sacramento.
Ann C. Levang
March 22 1915 - November 24 2002
LEVANG, ANNIE C. Graveside services and Interment will be held on Friday, December 6, 2002 at 2:00 P.M. at SUNSET LAWN CHAPEL OF THE CHIMES 4701 Marysville Blvd., Sacramento for Annie C. Levang who died Sunday, November 24, 2002. Mrs. Levang was born March 2, 1915 in Nekoma, ND, and lived in Sacramento since the early 1930’s. She marriage Arnold C. Levang in 1943. Mr. Levang died in 1981. Mrs. Levang is survived by one sister-in-law, Doris Levang Hill of Rio Linda, CA, and many nieces and nephews. Memorials may be directed to Arden Park Villa, 3408 Alta Arden Expressway, Sacramento, CA 95825.
