Search for celebrities on Ancestry.com!Paul Francis Moran
Passed away suddenly of a heart attack on a South American cruise heading for the Amazon River on February 7, 2003 with his beloved bride of two years Ginny Boesel Moran. He was a special to Ginny's family consisting of Doug and Paula Boesel, David and Jennifer Boesel, John and Arianna Boesel and Betsy and Peter Reynolds and all their children. Paul will be greatly missed by his daughters Anne, Paula, and Joan Moran and his son in law Jerry Levine, by his grandchildren, Elena Rodriguez, David Rodriguez, Eric Hoyt and Eric Hoyt and Eric's wife Kendra, by his great grandchildren, Samantha and Ethan Hoyt, and by Paul's sister, Carol, his brother John and their families. Ginny, Anne, Paula and Joan invite you to share in a celebration of Paul's Life on Sunday, March 2nd, at 5:00 PM at the Belvedere Community Center, 450 San Rafael Avenue, Belvedere. In lieu of flowers the family prefers memorial contributions be made to the Senior Access Center, 1905 Novato Blvd, Novato, CA 94937 or to a charity of your choice.
James Peters
Age 74, passed away Thursday, February 20, 2003, at a Reno hospital, after suffering a skiing accident the previous afternoon. He was a longtime San Anselmo resident who practiced dentistry in that town for 36 years. He was born in Butte, Montana, and received his dental degree at St. Louis University. He served two years in the U.S. Navy at Port Hueneme, California. After being discharged, he settled in Marin, where he lived for 47 years. He retired in 1990 and began to enjoy his lifelong love of travel. He also loved dogs, and volunteered for Guide Dogs for the Blind, giving foster care to 74 dogs over the past 12 years, as well as volunteering weekly as a puppy socializer. He loved outdoor sports and working in his garden. He was a member of St. Anselm's Catholic Church, the Marin County Dental Society, and the Marin Ski Club. He is survived by Theresa, his loving wife of 47 years, sons Dave, of Benicia, and Mark, of Folsom, daughters-in-law, Kaveri and Ann, grandchildren, Luke and Emily. He is also survived by brother and sister-in-law, Charles and Ginger, of Boise, Idaho, sister-in-law, Rita of Charlo, Montana, brother-in-law, Dr. John Lowney, of Helena, Montana, brother-in-law, John Prothero, of Butte, Montana, and numerous nieces and nephews. Vigil and Rosary will be held Tuesday evening at Chapel of the Hills funeral home, in San Anselmo. Visitation starts at 6:30 PM with the service at 7:30. A Funeral Mass will be said at St. Anselm's Catholic Church, Wednesday at 10:00 AM, followed by internment at Mt. Olivet Catholic Cemetery, San Rafael. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to: Guide Dogs for the Blind, P.O. Box 3950, San Rafael, CA 94912; American Diabetes Association, P.O. Box 2680, N. Canton, OH 44720; or Hospice of Marin Foundation, 21 Tamel Vista Blvd, Corte Madera, CA 94925. MONTE'S CHAPEL OF THE HILL San Anselmo, 415-453-8440
Rose D. Scherini
Age 76, died February 19, 2003 in Greenbrae, California. Born in San Rafael on June 1, 1926, to the family of Erminia and Marco Scherini, Rose attended St. Raphael’s Parochial School, San Rafael High School and the College of Marin. She then entered the University of California Berkeley as a social welfare major and graduated in 1946. After working in the Probation Department and the Civil Service Commission of Alameda County, and at UC Berkeley, and organizing the first job placement center at Chabot College, she returned as a student to UC Berkeley where she received a Ph.D. in Educational Anthropology in 1976. She then worked as a Research Analyst at the University's Office of Student Research until she retired in 1986. Always an activist, Rose gave her efforts to several causes. After her parents' deaths, she joined the Grey Panthers and worked for nursing home reform. She delivered Meals on Wheels and taught courses in various nursing homes in the Bay Area. But it was during her work on her dissertation, on the Italian American community of San Francisco, that Rose found the issue that was to occupy much of her retirement time. It was through her research, interviews and investigations in the National Archives and the Presidential Library at Hyde Park, that the little-known story about the World War II classification of 600,000 Italian Americans (the largest foreign-born group in the country) as enemy aliens was revealed. Several hundred were interned and thousands relocated from their homes. Her research formed the basis of the exhibit “Una Storia Segreta: When Italian Americans Were Enemy Aliens”, which went on to travel to 40 cities throughout the United States. Several publications and radio and TV programs followed. Rose is survived by her sister Lena of San Rafael and by a large circle of friends. Memorial contributions in her name may be made to the American Italian Historical Association, P.O. Box 533, Bolinas, California 94924, or to an organization of your choice. A Memorial Mass will be held at St. Raphael's Mission Chapel, 1104 – 5th Avenue, San Rafael on March 1st at 11:00 a.m. A gathering in Rose’s memory will be held on March 22nd at 2:00 p.m. at the UC Faculty Club. For information call (510) 527-9968 or (415) 563-5976.
Judith Ann Silva-Sherman
Passed away in Santa Rosa on February 21, 2003, loving daughter of Dorothy Silva and the late Manuel Silva of Mill Valley, dear mother of Meredith Cannon and Phyllis Sherman, sister of Katherine Kirkland and Ernest Silva, also survived by five grandchildren, a native of California, age 55 years, a graduate of Tamalpais High School and a member of the S.P.R.S.I. of Sausalito and the Lamplighters Retirement Center Assn. Family and friends are invited to attend a Memorial Mass Wednesday February 26, 2003 at 11:00 AM at Star of The Sea Catholic Church, Sausalito. Reception to follow at the Church Hall. RUSSELL & GOOCH FUNERAL CHAPEL Mill Valley, 415-388-1573
Ida A. Beasley
Age 92, a resident of Woodacre for 21 years, passed away suddenly February 15, 2003, in Lagunitas, CA. A Service to Celebrate her Life will be held at the San Geronimo Community Presbyterian Church in San Geronimo, Saturday, February 22, at 2PM. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the San Geronimo Community Church, PO Box 98, San Geronimo,CA 94963.
Roberta Frances (Nee Crump) Beerbower
Passed away peacefully on February 19, 2003, age 84 years, at home in Larkspur. She was born March 18, 1918 in San Francisco, was a graduate of Commerce High School, received a degree from San Francisco Junior College and was a retiree of State Comp. Insurance Fund, San Francisco. Roberta was an avid fisherwoman; the two-headed salmon she caught was featured in Ripley's Believe It or Not! Roberta was also a lucky gambler, and she and Carl enjoyed numerous bus trips to Reno. At home, her generosity abounded. Many hand-crafted gifts, such as her "scrubbers" and clothes hangers were shared with all. She was also, a member of the Native Sons and Daughters of the Golden West. Roberta is lovingly survived by her devoted husband, Carlin, her sons John (Linda) Groth, Robert Groth and her stepson Ken (Robin) Beerbower. Also surviving, her loving and devoted granddaughters, Susan Groth Curtis, Mary (Bob) Bear and Kathleen (Kris) Rorabaugh and adored great granddaughters. At her request, a private service was held at Mount Olivet Catholic Cemetery with immediate family. Memorial contributions in her name may be made to Hospice of Marin or any charity of your choice. KEATON'S MORTUARY 1022 E Street, San Rafael 415-453-0571
Alice Lee Beggs
Passed away peacefully at home in San Rafael, CA on February 18, 2003 while in the loving care of her husband and family. Born April 19, 1943 in Vinita, Oklahoma, she marriage her beloved husband Marvin Ray Beggs on October 21, 1960 in North Sacramento. Children are Robert Alan Beggs and his wife Holly of Petaluma and Terri Lynne Kuhn and her husband Lee of Rohnert Park. Her grandchildren are Shannon R. Beggs, Jacob R. Beggs, Billy L. Scott III and Krystina L. Kahn, and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. Alice was the sixth of seven children of Dennis R. and Roxie M. Mefford. In 1958 her parents established their home in Rio Linda, CA. Alice was preceded in death by her sister Rose Long of Carmichael and her brother Dennis Mefford of Chelsea, OK. She is also survived by her father Dennis R. Mefford of Rio Linda, brothers Bill Mefford of Carmichael, Delbert Mefford of Sacramento, Lewis Mefford of Rio Linda, and Richard Mefford of Placerville. She graduated from Grant High School in 1961. Through many years of hard work she ultimately became owner and president of Mayer Electric Co. of San Francisco. Friends and family are invited to attend a Visitation from 12 PM to 4 PM on Sunday, February 23, 2003 and a Funeral Service on Monday, February 24, 2003 at 1 PM, both at Keaton's Redwood Chapel, 1801 Novato Blvd., Novato. Burial will take place at Valley Memorial Park, Novato. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made to the American Cancer Society or Hospice of Marin. KEATON'S REDWOOD CHAPEL 415-897-1151
Mary Mitchell Boyd
Passed away at peace and in the presence of her family on February 19, 2003 in Marin County, California. The daughter of Dr. J. Pearce and Helen Waldo Mitchell, "Polly" was born on January 31, 1915 and grew up in Palo Alto. Dr. Mitchell was a professor at Stanford University from 1909 until 1925 when he was appointed Registrar, a position he filled until 1945. He served as a member of the Palo Alto City Council for 31 years including two terms as Mayor. A lifelong resident of the Bay Area, Polly attended Castelleja School in Palo Alto and the Branson School in Ross before graduating from Stanford in 1937. While at Stanford, she met her future husband, R. Mitchell S. Boyd. Polly and Mitch lived in San Mateo for more than 35 years. Polly was very active in the community and was devoted to supporting her family. She was a leader in Parent Teacher Associations and in the Assistance League of San Mateo. Polly developed a particular interest in assisting the blind and learned Braille. She spent many years years converting school textbooks so that unsighted students could participate in regular school classes. Mitch was a highly respected trial attorney as a Partner in the San Francisco law firms Dunne, Dunne & Phelps and Bledsoe, Smith, Cathcart, Johnson & Boyd. In the late 1970's Polly and Mitch moved to Marin County and were among the initial residents of Villa Marin. They traveled together extensively, spent joyous time with their family at properties at Fallen Leaf Lake and on the Klamath River, and provided wise and loving counsel to their children and grandchildren. Polly is survived by Mitch, her devoted husband and partner for 64 years, who continues to live at Villa Marin in San Rafael. She is also survived by her children Betty Cohen Boyd, an instructor in business information systems, and her husband Eli of Santa Rosa, Sonoma County Superior Court Judge Robert Boyd and his wife Mary Ellen of Sebastopol, and Bill Boyd, a retired Partner of Brobeck Phleger and Harrison, and his wife Sue who live in Santa Rosa. Seven grandchildren and one great-grandchild also are part of her legacy. The Services will be among the family. For those interested, donations in her memory may be made to Stanford University. KEATON MORTUARY San Rafael, 415-453-0571
Agnes Holster
Passed away peacefully on February 19, 2003 in San Rafael at age 80 years. She is survived by a sister Catherine Hackler and a brother Albert Zavotsky; her three children Iver Holster, Joanna Holster and Neysa Connelly; and also by five grandchildren. Family and Friends are invited to attend a Memorial Mass Saturday (TODAY) February 22, 2003 at 1 p.m. at St. Isabella's Church, #1 Trinity Way, Terra Linda. RUSSELL & GOOCH FUNERAL CHAPEL 270 Miller Avenue, Mill Valley 415-388-1573
Maria Luz Mello
Passed away at her daughter's home in Novato on Wednesday, February 19, 2003. Maria was born in San Miguel, Azores on February 4, 1909. Maria was the proud and loving wife of Manuel C. Mello of Novato. She was the loving mother of John Mello and Arlene Eyler, both of Novato. Loving grandmother of Diane, James, Jennifer, Melissa, Anthony and Daniel. She is also survived by eight great-grandchildren. She was a devoted Catholic who attended Our Lady of Loretto Church in Novato. Maria was also an active member of the I.D.E.S.I., a Portuguese organization she thoroughly enjoyed. Maria Mello has left a wonderful legacy of beautiful crocheted blankets to her family and friends. Maria also enjoyed tending to her bountiful backyard vegetable and fruit garden, from which she prepared the most wonderful feasts. She was very well liked by many people throughout the community, always greeting them with a scrumptious cake or bread. Maria Mello was very loved by her family and friends. She will be missed dearly, but will be thought of often. Friends and Family are invited to visit Monday, February 24th from 12 to 8 p.m. with a Rosary being said at 7 p.m. at Keaton's Redwood Chapel, 1801 Novato Blvd., Novato. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Tuesday, February 25th at 10:30 a.m. at Our Lady of Loretto. Burial to follow at Valley Memorial Park also in Novato. Memorial contributions preferred to the Helping Hands of Our Lady of Loretto. KEATON'S REDWOOD CHAPEL 415-897-1151
Sandy Rokusek
Age 46, of Stinson Beach, passed away peacefully on Saturday February 15, 2003 at John Muir Medical Center from complications of a car accident. Sandy has resided in Stinson Beach for more than twenty years. She is survived by her daughter, Terra Rae of Stinson Beach, her parents, Joan and Larry of Surprise, Arizona, two sisters, Sue and Patti (Ray), four brothers, Larry, (Karen), Rick, (Cary), Don, (Eileen) and Rob, (Debbie), many nieces and nephews and her extended family at Stinson Beach. The family requests that memorial donations be made to: Terra Rae Rokusek Scholarship Fund, c/o Westamerica Bank, 64 E. Blithedale Avenue, Mill Valley, CA 94941.
Joseph M. Roland
Died in Petaluma Tuesday, February 18, 2003 at the age of 80. He was the loving husband of Martha Roland and dear father of Marlene Desir, Ketly Eloi, Eddy Roland, Carole Berlanger, Guy Roland and Shiler Roland. Adored grandfather of 13 grandchildren. A native of Haiti. Joseph was a wood carver before coming to Novato in 1985 and was a retail clerk for Mervyn's Department Store for ten years. Friends are invited to attend a Funeral Service on Tuesday, February 25, 2003 at 11:00 a.m. at the Seventh Day Adventist Church, 1473 S. Novato Blvd., Novato. Interment will be at Cypress Hill Cemetery, Petaluma following the Funeral. KEATON'S MORTUARY San Rafael, 415-453-0571
Frances Askim
Family and Friends are invited to attend a Celebration of the life of Frances Askim who passed away January 28th, 2003. The celebration will be held March 2nd from 11am to 3pm at the Druid's Hall - corner of Reichart and Grant Avenues in Novato.
Ida A. Beasley
Age 92, a resident of Woodacre for 21 years, passed away suddenly February 15, 2003, in Lagunitas, CA. A Service to Celebrate her Life will be held at the San Geronimo Community Presbyterian Church in San Geronimo, Saturday, February 22, at 2PM. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the San Geronimo Community Church, PO Box 98, San Geronimo,CA 94963.
Alice Lee Beggs
Passed away peacefully at home in San Rafael, CA on February 18, 2003 while in the loving care of her husband and family. Born April 19, 1943 in Vinita, Oklahoma, she marriage her beloved husband Marvin Ray Beggs on October 21, 1960 in North Sacramento. Children are Robert Alan Beggs and his wife Holly of Petaluma and Terri Lynne Kuhn and her husband Lee of Rohnert Park. Her grandchildren are Shannon R. Beggs, Jacob R. Beggs, Billy L. Scott III and Krystina L. Kahn, and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. Alice was the sixth of seven children of Dennis R. and Roxie M. Mefford. In 1958 her parents established their home in Rio Linda, CA. Alice was preceded in death by her sister Rose Long of Carmichael and her brother Dennis Mefford of Chelsea, OK. She is also survived by her father Dennis R. Mefford of Rio Linda, brothers Bill Mefford of Carmichael, Delbert Mefford of Sacramento, Lewis Mefford of Rio Linda, and Richard Mefford of Placerville. She graduated from Grant High School in 1961. Through many years of hard work she ultimately became owner and president of Mayer Electric Co. of San Francisco. Friends and family are invited to attend a Visitation from 12 PM to 4 PM on Sunday, February 23, 2003 and a Funeral Service on Monday, February 24, 2003 at 1 PM, both at Keaton's Redwood Chapel, 1801 Novato Blvd., Novato. Burial will take place at Valley Memorial Park, Novato. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made to the American Cancer Society or Hospice of Marin. KEATON'S REDWOOD CHAPEL 415-897-1151
