Search for celebrities on Ancestry.com!Barbara Jean Anacker
Died unexpectedly from a stroke on July 10, 2003 at Marin General Hospital. She was 65 years old. She was surrounded by her family at the time of her death. Born on March 21, 1938, in Pelican Rapids, Minnesota, to Lillian and John Lee, Barbara was the eldest of two children. Her family moved to Seattle in the late 1940's when her father was transferred there by Northwest Airlines. She graduated from Highline High School in the Seattle suburb of Burien. Barbara worked for the Boeing Airplane Company and Japan Airlines in Seattle. She attended Washington State University where she met her future husband, David Anacker of Bellevue, WA. Loving, thoughtful and charismatic, Barbara enjoyed life in Marin County for the past 38 years. She came to Marin with her family from Spokane, Washington in May of 1965. Her engaging smile and energetic manner will be remembered by those who knew her. In the world of commerce she was the President of Barbara Ventures, a real estate investment concern, and she co-owned "On The Avenue", a women's clothing shop in San Anselmo. Barbara was an active supporter of several Marin County charities. In the late 60's she volunteered with friends at the San Rafael Junior Women's Club. She also served on the Board of the Women's Auxiliary of the St. Vincent's School for Boys in San Rafael, CA, where she co-founded "The Depot", a thrift shop that benefited the school. She also volunteered with Marin Charitable Association. Barbara was also actively involved with her children's participation in youth soccer, Little League Baseball, Cub Scouts, Brownies, and Girl Scouts, and Boy Scouts. Her brother David preceded her in death in August 2002. Barbara is survived by her mother Lillian Lee of Bellevue, WA., four children and two granddaughters. Scott of Seattle; Matthew and his wife Chris Wilhelm of San Anselmo; Stephanie of San Francisco; and Christine of San Anselmo, granddaughters Nicole and Tess Anacker, daughters of Matt and Chris. She is also survived by her former husband, David Anacker, who was with her and her children at the time of her death. Other survivors include the Peck family of Pelican Rapids, and Fergus Falls, Minnesota. A private Memorial is planned. In lieu of flowers the family suggests gifts to the donor's charity of choice. KEATON MORTUARY 1022 E St., San Rafael 415-453-0571 Drake Duncan Cain
Died tragically in a car accident on August 16, 2003 in Ventura County, California. Drake was born October 2, 1983, and was a lifelong resident of Novato, California. Drake graduated from San Marin High School in 2001. He attended San Diego State University and recently transferred to Humboldt State University to pursue his major in Anthropology with a focus on Primate Studies. Drake will always be remembered for his great love of animals, the outdoors, his sense of fun and artistic talents. He loved family, friends and his special place, Lake Tahoe. His senseless and premature death has left an empty space in the lives of many people. Drake is survived by his mother, Linda Kislingbury Cain; father Robert Cain; stepmother Ellene Cain; sister Morgan Cain; brothers Rob Cain and Sam Stribling; and grandmother, Dorothy Kislingbury. His loving presence will also be missed by many aunts, uncles, cousins, friends and community members. Services will be held, Thursday August 21 at 2:00 PM at St. Francis of Assissi Episcopal Church 967 Fifth Street (Fifth and Grant), with Burial following at Valley Memorial Park, 650 Bugeia Lane, Novato, California. Viewing on Wednesday, August 20, at Keaton's Redwood Chapel of Marin, 1801 Novato Blvd., Novato between 2:00 and 8:00 PM. Memorial contributions are preferred to San Marin High School Art Department, 15 San Marin Drive, Novato, CA 94945 or The Primate Center at the San Francisco Zoo c/o the DV Department, 1 Zoo Road, San Francisco, CA 94132. Keaton's Redwood Chapel of Marin, 1801 Novato Blvd., Novato 415-897-1151
Dorothy Herron Fuller
Born, in Cisco, Texas in 1923, Dorothy was the second of four children. She attended Queen's College, North Carolina, and served as a Navy aerographer in the second world war. After the war she marriage Joseph Allen Fuller, and together they graduated from the University of Wichita. They moved to California and lived in Mill Valley from 1957 to 1964 and from 1968 to the present. Dorothy devoted herself to her family and community raising four children and being active in PTA and AAUW. She is remembered for her 22 years of devoted and inspirational service to Tamalpais High School in the English Department, and for her many years of participation in the Mill Valley Community Church, where she received the Volunteer of the Year award in 2003. Her volunteer activities included tutoring at Bahia Vista School in San Rafael, helping support theWee Care day care center, and being a Freedom Writer for Amnesty International. Happy and thankful for her many blessings, Dorothy was a devoted and loving mother, wife, and friend, and a warm and inviting hostess to friends and extended family. She loved Mount Tamalpais and Muir Woods and the beauty of Marin. She bore her illness, Amyotropic Lateral Sclerosis, with the courage, dignity and grace that characterized her life. Mrs. Fuller is survived by her husband, Joseph; two daughters, Carol Schwyzer of Santa Barbara and Marilyn Fuller of Los Gatos; two sons, Douglas of Mill Valley and Scott of Ridgecrest (Kern County); two brothers, Robert M. Herron of Augusta, Ga., and Warren Herron of Marietta, Ga.; a sister, Frances Lee Kline of Evergreen, Colo.; seven grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. Family and friends are invited to a memorial service and reception at the Mill Valley Community Church, 8 Olive St., at 2 pm on Aug. 23. Gifts in her memory may be made to the Mill Valley Community Church or to Hospice of Marin.
Anne Glover
Mrs. Anne Glover passed away on August 14, 2003. A native of Mississippi, she was a longtime resident of San Francisco and Marin County. A Service in her Memory will be held on Thursday, August 21, 2003 at 11:00 a.m. at the Valley Memorial Park Chapel in Novato. Mrs. Glover will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her.
Earl R. Smith
A native of Maryville, Missouri passed away in San Rafael on August 17, 2003 at age 82. Devoted husband of Evelyn M. Smith of Novato. Loving father of Carolyn S. Simmons and her husband Rich and Ronald D. Smith and his wife Karla Kitagawa all of Petaluma. Loving grandfather of Jason Simmons, Kevin Simmons, Jesse Smith and Kyla Kitagawa. Loving great-grandfather of Matthew and Ashley Simmons. Loving brother of Edith Strauch of Maryville, MO. Survived by numerous nieces and nephews. A private Celebration of Mr. Smith's life will be held at a later date. Arrangements made by PARENT-SORENSEN MORTUARY & CREMATORY, Magnolia Ave. & Keokuk St., Petaluma, CA. Private Interment.
Irvin "Willie" Wilson
Passed away on August 15, 2003. He was born August 15, 1918 in Winona, MN. He left home at age 13 to join the "C"'s and later joined the U.S. Navy. He was stationed aboard the Light Cruiser USS Louisville and trained to be a gunner's mate where he served throughout World War II. He transferred to Naval Transport Duty and left the Navy in the early 1950's. Willie worked construction at Hamilton Village in Ignacio, then as a handyman and busboy at Rancho Nicasio, where he met Faye his wife of 50 years. They moved to Larkspur where he worked for the Public Works Department until joining the Larkspur Fire Department as one of the first full-time paid firefighters. Willie took great pride in being a firefighter, as well as the fellowship of his co-workers. He retired in 1978, but remained active by painting and gardening. Willie was loved and respected by all who knew him. He touched many lives and will be greatly missed. He is survived by his wife, Faye Wilson; stepchildren Fran (Jerry) Otani, Pete (Becky) Cacioppo; grandchildren Cindi, Tony, Greg, Beth, Cathy, Pam, Carey, Sherri; and great grandchildren Nick, Fallon, Raymond, James, Nicole, Alyssa; brothers and sisters Bernice Quandt, Lorraine (Henry) Hesselgrave, Don (Kay) Wilson, Rolland (Donna) Wilson, Jack Byrne, Ada Wilson, Mary Ann Wilson. He is predeceased by his parents Arthur and Katherine Wilson, brothers and sisters Florence Byrne, Clarence Wilson, Wid Wilson and Shirley Wilson. There will be a public viewing and visitation on Friday, August 22, 2003, and Saturday, August 23, 2003, between 5:00 and 8:00 p.m., followed by a Memorial Service, Sunday, August 24, 2003 at 2:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Keaton Mortuary, 1022 E Street, San Rafael, CA. KEATON MORTUARY 1022 E STREET, SAN RAFAEL, CA 94901 (415) 453-0571
Hugh S. (Sam) Bourne
December 31, 1915 - July 17, 2003 Sam passed peacefully into rest at Bay Point Health Care Center, Hayward, Ca. Born at home in Bolinas, CA to Arthur and Ellen Bourne. Sam is survived by his Brother Thomas and sister Eleanor, sons Bruce and Douglas, six grandchildren Julie, Kelly, William, Gianna, Krystal and Cara and two great grandchildren Zachary and Hannah. Sam's complete obituary was in The Marin Independent Journal Saturday August 9, 2003. You view the obituary and sign the guest book at www.Legacy.com
Drake Duncan Cain
Died tragically in a car accident on August 16, 2003 in Ventura County, California. Drake was born October 2, 1983, and was a lifelong resident of Novato, California. Drake graduated from San Marin High School in 2001. He attended San Diego State University and recently transferred to Humboldt State University to pursue his major in Anthropology with a focus on Primate Studies. Drake will always be remembered for his great love of animals, the outdoors, his sense of fun and artistic talents. He loved family, friends and his special place, Lake Tahoe. His senseless and premature death has left an empty space in the lives of many people. Drake is survived by his mother, Linda Kislingbury Cain; father Robert Cain; stepmother Ellene Cain; sister Morgan Cain; brothers Rob Cain and Sam Stribling; and grandmother, Dorothy Kislingbury. His loving presence will also be missed by many aunts, uncles, cousins, friends and community members. Services will be held, Thursday August 21 at 2:00 PM at St. Francis of Assissi Episcopal Church 967 Fifth Street (Fifth and Grant), with Burial following at Valley Memorial Park, 650 Bugeia Lane, Novato, California. Viewing on Wednesday, August 20, at Keaton's Redwood Chapel of Marin, 1801 Novato Blvd., Novato between 2:00 and 8:00 PM. Memorial contributions are preferred to San Marin High School Art Department, 15 San Marin Drive, Novato, CA 94945 or The Primate Center at the San Francisco Zoo c/o the DV Department, 1 Zoo Road, San Francisco, CA 94132. Keaton's Redwood Chapel of Marin, 1801 Novato Blvd., Novato 415-897-1151
Dutch Eitelbuss
Passed away unexpectedly on August 9, 2003 at Marin General Hospital, at age 21. Dutch was loved by many and will be remembered fondly by all. He is survived and will be greatly missed by his family: mother Ria VanEyk; father Ted Eitelbuss; siblings Joe Elemen, Teddy Eitelbuss, Ira Eitelbuss, Sarah Eitelbuss and Luke Eitelbuss; and, his niece Cassandra Eitelbuss and nephew Raymond Denmen. A Memorial is planned for Saturday, August 23, 2003 from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM, at the Log Cabin on Tennessee Valley Road in Mill Valley. Donations in Dutch's Memory may be made to St. Anthony's Rehab Farm, 11207 Valley Ford Road, Petaluma, CA 94952, (707) 794-7120.
Toinie "Tiny" La Rocca
Passed away on August 16, 2003 in San Rafael, CA. She was born November 11, 1917, and lived most of her life in San Francisco. In her later years she moved to Marin County. She was marriage 51 years to Peter La Rocca who preceded her in death in 1991. She is survived by her close friend and companion Frank La Rocca, son Douglas and daughter-in-law Sammylou of Woodland, CA, grandchildren Antoinette and Dante and numerous friends and relatives. Mrs. La Rocca was a homemaker all her life, active in the St. Vincent de Paul Parish, San Francisco, and performed volunteer work for various organizations. She will be remembered for her wonderful sense of humor and her friendly nature. There will be a public viewing and visitation on Thursday, August 21, 2003, between 1:00 and 4:00 p.m. at Keaton Mortuary, 1022 E Street, San Rafael, CA. KEATON MORTUARY 1022 E STREET, SAN RAFAEL, CA 94901 (415) 453-0571
Kathleen M. Phillips
Founder of Knoll Community Management, died on August 3, 2003, after waging a heroic and tenacious 3 year battle with breast cancer. Kathleen, who lived in Strawberry for 17 years, was 56. In January, when her physicians advised her that she had only weeks to live, Kathleen vowed to attend the Bar Mitzvah of her son, David Appleman, then 6 months in the future. By force of determination and an unbending will, Kathleen survived to attend and participate in David's Bar Mitzvah on July 19th. Her health failed two days later. Kathleen spent her final days preparing her family for her death and providing motherly wisdom to David. Kathleen, a San Francisco native, graduated from the College of San Mateo. In 1992, Kathleen founded Knoll Community Management, a firm specializing in providing professional management services to homeowner associations. The firm is located in Mill Valley. For the prior 12 years, Kathleen was Vice President of the Properties Group at the Tischer Company in San Francisco. Kathleen held numerous professional designations. She loved to work and was unfailingly honest and deeply loyal to her clients. She insisted on working as long as her health permitted. Kathleen donated many hours to Bread and Roses and utilized her considerable organizational skills to overhaul the charity's business and filing systems. Kathleen also volunteered with the Marin Breast Cancer Coalition and was on the committee for the charity's fashion show held last October. Kathleen and David modeled in the show, and many of those attending cried when David escorted Kathleen onto the stage. She was a member of the Outdoor Art Club. Kathleen's true passion was driving fast cars. Several years ago, she was mortified when the driver of another car had the audacity to actually pass her. She had an encyclopedic knowledge of Porsche and BMW cars as well as a vast knowledge about other vehicles. Friends and family knew to direct all questions concerning cars to Kathleen. She drove with total concentration and spent Sunday afternoons meticulously maintaining and cleaning her cars. While in high school and college, Kathleen unsuccessfully petitioned to be allowed to take auto shop, a class from which girls were then excluded. In addition to David, a student at Mill Valley Middle School, Kathleen is survived by her husband, Gary Appleman. Kathleen passed away on the 20th anniversary of the day they first met. Kathleen is also survived by her parents Jim and Julie Roden, 4 siblings and 4 nephews. Kathleen's ashes will be interred at a later date at the Mount Tamalpais Cemetery. Donations may be made in her memory to the Marin Breast Cancer or the Center for Attitudinal Healing.
Irvin "Willie" Wilson
Passed away on August 15, 2003. He was born August 15, 1918 in Winona, MN. He left home at age 13 to join the "C"'s and later joined the U.S. Navy. He was stationed aboard the Light Cruiser USS Louisville and trained to be a gunner's mate where he served throughout World War II. He transferred to Naval Transport Duty and left the Navy in the early 1950's. Willie worked construction at Hamilton Village in Ignacio, then as a handyman and busboy at Rancho Nicasio, where he met Faye his wife of 50 years. They moved to Larkspur where he worked for the Public Works Department until joining the Larkspur Fire Department as one of the first full-time paid firefighters. Willie took great pride in being a firefighter, as well as the fellowship of his co-workers. He retired in 1978, but remained active by painting and gardening. Willie was loved and respected by all who knew him. He touched many lives and will be greatly missed. He is survived by his wife, Faye Wilson; stepchildren Fran (Jerry) Otani, Pete (Becky) Cacioppo; grandchildren Cindi, Tony, Greg, Beth, Cathy, Pam, Carey; and great grandchildren Nick, Fallon, Raymond, James, Nicole, Alyssa; brothers and sisters Bernice Quandt, Lorraine (Henry) Hesselgrave, Don (Kay) Wilson, Rolland (Donna) Wilson, Jack Byrne, Ada Wilson, Mary Ann Wilson. He is predeceased by his parents Arthur and Katherine Wilson, brothers and sisters Florence Byrne, Clarence Wilson, Wid Wilson and Shirley Wilson. There will be a public viewing and visitation on Friday, August 22, 2003, and Saturday, August 23, 2003, between 5:00 and 8:00 p.m., followed by a Memorial Service, Sunday, August 24, 2003 at 2:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Keaton Mortuary, 1022 E Street, San Rafael, CA. KEATON MORTUARY 1022 E STREET, SAN RAFAEL, CA 94901 (415) 453-0571
Hugh S. (Sam) Bourne
December 31, 1915 - July 17, 2003
Sam passed peacefully into rest at Bay Point Health Care Center, Hayward, Ca. Born at home in Bolinas, CA to Arthur and Ellen Bourne. Sam is survived by his Brother Thomas and sister Eleanor, sons Bruce and Douglas, six grandchildren Julie, Kelly, William, Gianna, Krystal and Cara and two great grandchildren Zachary and Hannah. Sam's complete obituary was in The Marin Independent Journal Saturday August 9, 2003. You view the obituary and sign the guest book at www.Legacy.com
Robert Russel Allen
Died peacefully on August 2, 2003 following a stroke brought on by Alzheimer's disease. He is survived and will be greatly missed by his beloved wife, Nan Allen, his children Mike Allen and wife Jeanne, Marilyn Fegley, her husband Ray, grandchildren Casey Maronis, Chad Fegley, Jeffrey Allen, Christopher Allen, and great-grandson Antonio Maronis. Bob was born in Huntington Park, CA on January 11, 1925 and was a resident of San Rafael for over 20 years. He enlisted in the Army in 1943 at the age of 18 and saw combat in Europe during WW2. S/Sgt. Allen fought with the 30th Infantry Division in Normandy, Belgium and Germany. He received the Purple Heart, Bronze and Silver Stars. He was proud of his war achievements, but often said he wasn't brave, just doing his job. After the war, he returned to Occidental College where he met his first wife, Phyllis, who gave him two fine children. She predeceased him in 1965. An outstanding athlete, Bob boxed in the Army, played college football, baseball and track, was an avid golfer and coached Little League. Throughout his career in Radio-TV advertising he was known for his gregarious nature, sparkling personality and great sense of humor. He loved animals and his passion was horse racing. While living in Arizona, he owned several horses and to his and his family's delight was a frequent visitors to the winner's circle. Bob was a very special man who was full of fun but always considerate of others. He and his devoted wife, Nan, were together for 35 wonderful years. A private military ceremony was held at Golden Gate National Cemetery in San Bruno on August 8, 2003 attended by his immediate family. Donations can be made in Roberts name to the Alzheimer's Association 4340 Redwood Hwy., Suite 23, San Rafael, CA 94903.
Hugh S. (Sam) Bourne
December 31, 1915 - July 17, 2003
Sam passed peacefully into rest at Bay Point Health Care Center, Hayward, Ca. Born at home in Bolinas, CA to Arthur and Ellen Bourne. Sam is survived by his Brother Thomas and sister Eleanor, sons Bruce and Douglas, six grandchildren Julie, Kelly, William, Gianna, Krystal and Cara and two great grandchildren Zachary and Hannah. Sam's complete obituary was in The Marin Independent Journal Saturday August 9, 2003. You view the obituary and sign the guest book at www.Legacy.com
