Search for celebrities on Ancestry.com!Lorenzo Ray Padilla
October 15 1928 - December 16 2001
Lorenzo “Ray” Padilla, 73, passed away on Sunday, December 16, 2001 at Kaiser Hospital in Hayward, California. Ray was born on October 15, 1928 in Oakland, California. He has been a resident of Hayward for 45 years. He was a Heavy Equipment Operator for 32 years for the City of Oakland, California. He served in the U. S. Marine Corps during the Korean War. Ray was a member of the Ligure Club, Elks, V.F.W. and the American Legion. He was also a member of St. Bede Catholic Church in Hayward, California.
Ray is survived by his loving wife of 53 years, Virginia Padilla of Hayward, California. His son, Larry & his wife, Susan, granddaughter, Maren and grandson, Nick of Manteca, California. Son, Gary & his wife, Kathy, grandsons, Ryan & Jeff, granddaughters, Megan & Kaitlyn of Tracy, California. Son Jerry & his wife Martha, granddaughters, Lauren & Jaclyn of Austin, Texas. Daughter, Marla & her husband, John Solorio and granddaughters, Monica & Olivia of Tracy, California. Ray is also survived by his mother, Sylvia Martinez of Hayward, California. Brother, Joe Padilla & family of Concord, California. Sister, Gloria Peck & family of Arizona and Connie Silva & Family of Hayward, California. He was preceded in death by his father, Lorenzo, Sr., sisters, Angelina Padilla, Dolores Keenen and brother John Padilla. Ray is also survived by many cousins, nieces and nephews, and a beloved aunt Gerri & uncle Ed. As well as many wonderful friends. Ray will be truly missed by all.
Family and Friends are invited to attend a Memorial Service on Friday, December 28, 2001 at 12 noon at Chapel of the Chimes Funeral Home – Reflection Chapel; 32992 Mission Boulevard, Hayward, CA 94544. Inurnment will follow at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery; 26320 Mission Boulevard, Hayward, CA 94544.
The family has requested that donations be sent in his memory to the Alzheimer’s Association; 2065 West El Camino, Suite C, Mt. View, CA 94040.
Jane Torres Rivera
March 11 1916 - December 30 2001
Jane T. Rivera a San Leandro, California resident entered into rest Sunday, December 30, 2001 in San Leandro. Born in El Paso, Texas on March 11, 1916, she was 85 years of age. Jane’s great joy in life was cooking for anyone who walked into her kitchen. She loved working in her garden, sewing, reading her bible and watching her novels on television. She enjoyed talking and laughing with her family and countless friends. She also was a secretary at her Pentecostal Spanish speaking church. She was a very active member of her church for many years.
Loving mother of Barbara Lewis of Union City, Ca., Gloria Leon of San Leandro, Ca., and Frederick Rivera of Oxnard, Ca.. Dear sister of Annette Rivera of Dublin, Ca., Frances Rocha of San Leandro, Ca., Bernie Benitez of Whittier, Ca., and John Benitez of La Grange, Ca. Devoted grandfather of eight grandchildren and eleven great grandchildren. Her husband of 25 years, Frederick Rivera preceded her in death. Her son Daniel Rivera and two brothers Jessie and Daniel Benitez preceded her in death.
Friends are welcome to attend a Funeral service Monday, January 7, 2002 at 12:00 noon in the Reflection Chapel with Interment to follow at Chapel of the Chimes Memorial Park.
Owen Fielding Burnham
May 19 1918 - December 30 2001
Owen Fielding Burnham a Hayward, California resident entered into rest Sunday, December 30, 2001 in Hayward. Born in Mancos, Colorado on May 19, 1918, he was 83 years of age. Owen proudly served his country in WWII in the Pacific. He was a lifetime member of the V.F.W. He was an avid gardener and fisherman. He worked as a carpenter for Strong Tie Structures for 45 years.
Dear brother of Eileen Jones of Thatcher, Arizona, Ruth Seybold of Arvada, Colorado, Ellen Paquin of Mancos, Colorado, Gladys Saulters of Cortez, Colorado and Ben Burnham of Newark, California.
Visitation will be held Friday, January 4, 2002 from 8:30-9:30 a.m. with a Graveside service at 10:00 a.m. at Chapel of the Chimes Memorial Park and Funeral Home in Hayward.
Yvonne Marie Zachary
December 1 1934 - December 12 2001
Yvonne Marie Zachary, precious wife of Ronald Zachary and adored mother of Matthew and Deanna. died peacefully at her home on December l2th after a courageous struggle with lung cancer. Yvonne was happiest when surrounded by her husband and children. People could easily see the beauty, depth and intensity of Yvonne and Ron's love for each other and their love for their children. Yvonne had a special place in her heart for Nicole Heinrich and Laura O'Neal. Yvonne's family was blessed to have the opportunity to show her the immensity of their love during her illness. Yvonne. a native of Cape Breton, Nova Scotia, was the loving daughter of Albert and Rosalie MacKinnon.
She studied nursing in Toronto and practiced in Toronto, San Francisco and Oakland. She was a voracious reader and especially loved great food. world travel, and to spend time with her family and friends on vacations at Sea Ranch and Point Reyes.
Yvonne is survived by her dear sister Kathleen Cormier, her nephew Marc Cormier, her niece Berenice and husband Moha Oumghar, all of whom she loved with an her heart. She also leaves behind her closest friends Carole and Don Lauer whom she teased and loved for forty years. Her wit and spirit will be remembered and treasured by us all.
Friends are warmly invited to attend a funeral mass on Tuesday, December 18 at 1 p.m. at Newman Hall in Berkeley.
Donations may be made in her honor to Alliance for Lung Cancer Advocacy, Support and Education, #800-298-2456.
Vincent Lamarr Hamilton
December 23 1947 - January 17 2002
Vincent Lamarr Hamilton a Oakland, California resident entered into rest Thursday, January 17, 2002 in Oakland. Born in Oakland on December 23, 1947, he was 54 years of age. Vincent worked as a Mail Handler for the U.S. Post Office for 31 years. He was an avid 49er and Oakland A’s fan. He enjoyed painting and attended art schools.
Dear brother of Faye Drummond of Bethesda, MD, April Hamilton of Albany, CA and Cecil Thomas of Oakland, CA. Loving uncle to two nieces and 1 nephew.
Visitation will be held Thursday, January 24, 2002 from 8:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at Chapel of the Chimes in Hayward. Friends are welcome to attend a Funeral service Thursday, January 24, 2002 at 12:00 p.m. in the Reflection Chapel at Chapel of the Chimes Funeral Home with Interment to follow at Chapel of the Chimes Memorial Park.
Patricia Ann Ray Toliver
July 12 1944 - January 14 2002
Patricia Ann Ray Toliver in Oakland on January 14, 2002. Beloved wife of the late Alhambra Toliver Jr.of Oakland. Loving mother of Sherlon Toliver-Green of Oakland. Dear sister of Sylvester Ray Jr. of Los Angeles, CA, Herman Ray of San Francisco, CA, Robert Ray of Galveston, TX, Darnell Ray of Texas City, Texas and Ella Mae Young of Galveston, TX. Dear grandmother of Ajene Green. A member of Reach to Recovery for Breast Cancer Victims. Friends are invited to attend funeral services at St. Paschal Catholic Church , 3700 Dorisa Avenue , Oakland on Tuesday, January 22, 2002 at 11:00am.
Patricia Marie Andrews
June 28 1924 - January 15 2002
Patricia Marie Andrews passed away on January 15, 2002 in the city of Pittsburg, CA. Her husband Andrew Andrews preceded her in death. She was the loving mother of Mark Weed of Wichita, KS, Gary Weed of Antioch, CA and Gregg Weed of Grizzley Flat, CA. She was the dear sister of Barbara Jones of Newcastle, CA, Leo Jones of Hawaii and Connie Calvert of Washington. She was the grandmother of nine and the great-grandmother of five.
A native of California, she was 77 years of age.
Friends are invited to call at the Chapel of the Chimes, 4499 Piedmont Avenue in Oakland on Friday, January 18, 2002 from 10:00am to 1:00pm for visitation. Funeral services will follow at 1:00pm. She will be inurned at Chapel of the Chimes.
Oscar Robert Reichenbach
August 28 1905 - January 10 2002
Bob Reichenbach of San Francisco, a bon vivant with an exceptional zest for life, died Thursday, Jan. 10, 2002 at San Francisco Convalescent Hospital after a brief illness. He was 96.
Mr. Reichenbach's parents named him Oscar, after his father, but it was a name by which no one new him. He quickly became "Bobby" because of the vivaciousness of his bobbing up and down in his crib. "Bob" came later.
Mr. Reichenbach, proud of his history as a survivor of the 1906 earthquake and fire, started in newspaper advertising and promotion before joining CBS Radio in its heyday in the 1930's and 1940's. He got to know many of radio's stars, among them Jack Benny and Art Linkletter, during a career that stretched into the 1960's. A passionate world traveler himself, he went into the travel business after retiring from radio.
Mr. Reichenbach attended the University of California at Berkeley and served in the army during World War II.
It was during his stint with St. Louis radio station that he and a local opera star, Geraldine, met and married. "Jerry" died about 20 years ago.
Mr. Reichenbach was known for his fabulous memory; until recently, he could name every pupil in each elementary school class he attended. He loved to regale his listeners with stories about San Francisco life in the early part of the last century. He was fond of recalling his grandfather, who came to California before. It was a state. "I never knew the man to tell me the same story twice," said Don Lower of Fresno, a friend from Mr. Reichenbach's days in the travel business. "It's tragic that he never related his life to someone who could have gotten it down on paper. It was a fabulous life"
He is survived by a cousin, Helen Tivol of San Francisco, and his longtime friend, Rosemarie Reynolds of Rohnert Park.
Mr. Reichenbach was buried
alongside his wife at the Chapel of the Chimes in Oakland. At his request, no service was held.
Bertha Damiani
April 23 1905 - January 4 2002
Bertha Damiani passed away on Friday, January 4, 2002, at the age of 96. A native of Germany she lived in Oakland for 75 years.
The beloved wife of the late Joseph Damiani, she is survived by her daughters Elsa Yezzi and Dolores Parr and her son-in-law Emidio Yezzi. She is also survived by her grandchildren, Paul Yezzi and Andrea (Yezzi) Cardinale, her grandson-in-law John Cardinale and her great-granddaughter Emma Rose Cardinale.
A past president of the Regina Elena Club, Mrs. Damiani was very active in fundraising for many local charities and organizations.
Devoted to her family, her many nieces, nephews and cherished friends, she will be truly missed!
Interment was private.
Chapel of the Chimes-Oakland (510) 654-0123
Sadie L. Carvalho
May 19 1912 - January 5 2002
Sadie L. Carvalho a San Leandro, California resident entered into rest Saturday, January 5, 2002 in San Leandro. Born in Honolulu, Hawaii on May 19, 1912, she was 89 years of age.
Loving mother of Donna Courtney of Alameda and Jackie Carvalho of Tracy, CA. Dear sister of Elsie Braun of Honolulu, HI. Devoted grandmother of five grandchildren and five great grandchildren. Her husband of 60 years, Jack Carvalho preceded her in death. Her sister Berniece Correa and 3 brothers Frank, George and Sylvester Lemes all preceded her in death.
Visitation will be held Monday, January 14, 2002 from 5:00-8:30 p.m. at Chapel of the Chimes in Hayward. Friends are welcome to attend a Funeral service Tuesday, January 15, 2002 at 12:00 p.m. in the Reflection Chapel at Chapel of the Chimes Funeral Home.
Mary Ann Cuschera
July 22 1927 - January 4 2002
Mary Ann Cuschera a Hayward, California resident entered into rest Friday, January 4, 2002 in Hayward. Born in Ogden, Utah on July 22, 1927, she was 74 years of age. She was a volunteer for The March of Dimes. A proud butcher and metal polisher. A wonderful mother, grandmother and great grandmother. But her specialty was an excellent spaghetti cooker.
Loving mother of Josephine McCarthy of San Leandro, CA., Leona Galbreath of Hurst, TX and Pete Cuschera of Hayward, CA. Devoted grandmother of seven grandchildren and ten great grandchildren. Her daughter Carmela Malone preceded her in death.
Visitation will be held Wednesday, January 9, 2002 from 5:00-8:30 p.m. at Chapel of the Chimes in Hayward. Friends are welcome to attend a Funeral service Thursday, January 10, 2002 at 12:00 p.m. in the Reflection Chapel at Chapel of the Chimes Funeral Home.
Juliet Sicam Yamat
May 22 1931 - January 3 2002
Juliet Sicam Yamat a Hayward, California resident entered into rest Thursday, January 3, 2002 in Hayward. Born in the Philippine Islands on May 22, 1931, she was 70 years of age. She loved to cook, shop and trips to Reno, Nevada. She especially enjoyed caring for her grandchildren.
Loving mother of Elizabeth Cruz of Cudahy, Wisconsin, Sharon De Chavez of Hayward, George Sicam of San Lorenzo and Loreto Sicam, Jr. of Pleasanton, California. Dear sister of Alegria Alviar and Luz Viray of Virginia. Devoted grandmother of eight grandchildren.
Visitation will be held Wednesday, January 9, 2002 from 5:00-8:30 p.m. with a Vigil Service at 7:00 p.m. at Chapel of the Chimes in Hayward. Friends are welcome to attend a Funeral Mass Thursday, January 10, 2002 at 9:30 a.m. at St. Bede Catholic Church, 26950 Patrick Avenue, Hayward, CA 94544. Interment will follow at Chapel of the Chimes Memorial Park.
Ronald Charles Fields
December 4 1934 - December 31 2001
Ronald “Ron” Charles Fields, passed on Monday, December 31, 2001 due to a sudden illness. Ron was born on December 4, 1934 in San Francisco, California, the only child of George P. Fields and Almeta Fields. Ron was raised in San Francisco and later in Seattle, Washington. Ron attended Edison College in Seattle, Washington and later attended Chabot College in Hayward, California. Ron served in the U.S. Air Force which he was honorably discharged in 1961. He worked for the U.S. Postal Service for 30 years, retiring as Manager of Computer Operations Branch. He retired in 1991. During Ron’s retirement he served 5 years as a Library Commissioner for the City of Hayward. He also served on the Mayor of Hayward Blue Ribbon Task Force on Library Services in 1996. Prior to his retirement Ron was the President of the Eunomic Club. Since his retirement Ron also worked at Bay Cities Auto Auction for the past 9 years. Ron was an avid Golfer along with his wife Marjorie. Ron is survived by his loving wife of 20 years, Marjorie Siemsen of Hayward, California. His daughter, Ronda Fields of Smithville, Texas, son, Richard Fields of Berkeley, California, his mother, Jackie Fields of Berkeley, California, stepdaughter, Viki Patterson of Foster City, California and his stepson, Steven Siemsen of San Carlos, California. He also leaves behind 12 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren.
Family and Friends are invited to attend a Memorial Service on Wednesday, January 9, 2002 at 2:30 p.m. at Chapel of the Chimes Funeral Home – Reflection Chapel; 32992 Mission Boulevard, Hayward, CA 94544.
The family has requested in lieu of flowers donations may be sent in his memory to Father Flanagan’s Boys Town; P.O. Box 7000, Boys Town, NB 68010 or to the American Diabetes Association; 1900 Powell Street, Suite 285, Emeryville, CA 94608.
