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Donna Caroline Montmorency
Donna Caroline Montmorency died at Woodland Skilled Nursing Facility Tuesday, March 1, 2005 at age 70.
Ms. Montmorency was born in the Santa Clara Valley Nov. 1, * 1934. She had been a Yolo County resident for 10 years. She earned a degree in English in 1955 from UC Berkeley. She was employed as an elementary school teacher in the Bay Area. After moving to Woodland, she worked in the Senior Companion program and volunteered at the Senior Center.
Survivors include Ms. Montmorency's daughter, Jennifer Deaton of Oroville and her son, Fred Deaton of Charlotte, N.C.
Services: Respecting the wishes of Ms. Montmorency, no services will be held.
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Barbara Ann (Covington) Moore
Barbara Ann (Covington) Moore died peacefully of pneumonia on June 21, 2004, in El Cajon.
She was the wife of the Rev. John V. Moore, who was a campus minister at Cal Aggie Christian Association in Davis during the 1960s. The Moores were perhaps best known for their connection to the People's Temple and Jonestown, where two of their daughters and a grandson died. They were very active in the anti-war movement in Davis during the 1960s, traveling to the Paris peace talks during the Vietnam War.
Born June 7, 1922, in Glendale to Harry H. Covington and Marian Estelle Allen, Barbara grew up with her older brother Bob in Alhambra and both went to the University of Redlands. Fate intervened when a young seminarian named John V. Moore caught a glimpse of Barbara at the wedding of some mutual friends. He began writing her long letters in purple ink (he was colorblind) and they finally met after a short correspondence.
Barbara really fell for John, literally falling down the stairs to catch him as he was leaving the locked door of her dormitory. After five more dates, they wed Aug. 29, 1943, and took the train to Rochester, N.Y. (meeting Sinclair Lewis on the way), where she graduated from the University of Rochester.
The next 60 years were action-packed, with moves to Elgin, Ill., Youngstown, Ohio, and then west to California where they lived in Del Paso Heights, Hayward, Chico, San Francisco, Davis, Berkeley, Reno, Nev., Sacramento and finally "retirement" in Davis.
The Moore family moved from San Francisco to Davis when John began work as campus minister with the C.A. House in August 1966. She lived in Davis from 1966 to 1972, and then upon retirement in 1981 until about 2001. She and her husband were members of Davis United Methodist Church, and John briefly served as an interim pastor at the church in the 1980s.
She bore three daughters, Carolyn, Rebecca and Annie, a still-born daughter, Barbara Alice, and a son who died at birth.
Barbara had a long history of involvement with the peace movement. She joined the weekly peace vigil on the G Street Plaza. The Women's League for Peace and Freedom sent her as a delegate to the "End the War Conference" in Paris in 1971. The delegation met with embassy personnel from the United States, Vietnam, North Vietnam and the Vietcong.
During her years in Davis, she welcomed eight or 10 young adults to live in her home for varying periods of time, and often helped individuals in crisis. She hosted in her home the organizing meeting of Friends Outside for the Vacaville prison. She was also active in the Democratic Party, and campaigned for Betsy Marchand in her first run for the Board of Supervisors.
She was one of the original volunteers when Loaves & Fishes was organized in the early 1980s in Sacramento and continued volunteering until she and her husband moved from Davis in 2001.
Along the way, Barbara was actively engaged in working for civil rights and for alleviating poverty. She participated in human rights parades in San Francisco and anti-war protests in Davis. She really found her niche at Loaves & Fishes and loved serving homeless men, women and children.
She delighted children with her witch's outfit, and in being asked why she didn't demonstrate flying for them. "I only fly at night, " she replied.
She was well-known for her impersonation of the psychic "Madame Barbara, " and in her "Rules for Fortune Tellers" wrote that for single women, young and slightly older, "Always tell them they will be meeting a handsome stranger soon." Although she was the quintessential minister's wife, she was chiefly an artist, musician, chef, activist and bohemian.
At retirement homes in Sacramento and El Cajon she brightened the lives of many with witty conversation, jokes and current events discussions.
She died peacefully in the arms of her husband of 61 years, and in the presence of her daughter and son in-law. She will be deeply missed, her family said.
She was preceded in death by daughters Carolyn and Annie and 4-year-old grandson Jim-Jon, all of whom died in Jonestown, Guyana, in 1978, and granddaughter Hillary in 1995.
She is survived by her husband, John, of San Diego; daughter Rebecca and son in-law Fielding McGehee III of San Diego; grandchildren, December of Council Bluffs, Iowa, and Tim Edgar of Bozeman, Mont.; and great-grandson Conner of Council Bluffs.
A memorial service will be held Saturday, July 10, at 1 p.m. at First United Methodist Church, 21st and J streets in Sacramento. A service of committal is tentatively scheduled for Friday, July 9, at the Davis Cemetery, but this is not yet confirmed.
Remembrances may be sent to Loaves and Fishes, P.O. Box 2161, Sacramento, CA 95812.
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Kenneth Alan Moore
Kenneth Alan Moore died in Placerville Saturday, Dec. 18, 2004 at age 50.
Mr. Moore was born April 2, 1954 in Fairfield. He had worked as a silversmith for 35 years. Ken was a loving and devoted husband, father, son and brother. He was a graduate of Woodland High School and a diehard San Francisco Giants fan. He loved the outdoors and was a fantastic cook. His specialty was his famous chili beans. He played for the Buzzard's Luck softball team in Woodland.
Mr. Moore is survived by his beloved wife of 21 years, Kristy of Grizzly Flat; his son, Oran Miller of Placerville; his mother, Juanita Niles of Woodland; his sister, Kay Meunch of Lakeport. He is also survived by countless extended family and good friends and his three loving dogs, Lolly, Stanley and Patrick.
The family requests memorials in Mr. Moore's name be made to Homeward Bound Golden Retriever Rescue, 7495 Natomas Road, Elverta, 95626 or www.homewardboundgoldens.org.
Services: A funeral is scheduled for 1 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 22 at Vaca Hills Chapel Funeral Home, 524 Elmira Road, Vacaville. Burial will be at the Vacaville-Elmira Cemetery. Vaca Hills Chapel Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.
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Marie Regina Moore
Marie Regina Moore died in Woodland Sunday, Nov. 16, 2003, at age 91.
Born a Woodland native, Oct. 1, 1912, Mrs. Moore had been a Yolo County resident for 25 years.
Survivors include her daughter, Marilee Hardcastle and husband Dexter of Angels Camp; son, Myron Moore Jr. and wife Loretta of Knights Landing; and grandchildren, Michelle Moore of Knights Landing, Jimmy Marsden and wife Lorainn of Spokane, Wash., Shawn Hardcastle and wife Kelly of Fresno, and Patrick Hardcastle of Aptos. Also surviving is her brother, John Fitzgerald and wife Jane of Knights Landing; five nieces; one nephew; two grandnephews; and one grandniece. Mrs. Moore was preceded in death by her husband, Myron W. Moore, in 1993.
The family requests memorials be directed to the Holy Rosary building fund. Arrangements are under the direction of Kraft Bros.
Services: Visitation is scheduled from 1 to 4 p.m., Friday, Nov. 21, at Kraft Bros. Chapel. A funeral service is scheduled at 10 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 22, at Holy Rosary Catholic Church, Woodland, with interment to follow in St. Joseph's Cemetery.
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Marjorie Jean Moore
Marjorie Jean Moore died at Kaiser Hospital in Vallejo, Saturday, Nov. 23, 2002 following a long illness, at age 70.
Mrs. Moore was born March 8, 1931 in Irving, Kansas. She had been a resident of Dixon since 1938.
She marriage her first love and celebrated her 50th wedding anniversary in April 2000.
She spent many years teaching Sunday school and singing in the choir at Dixon Neighborhood Church. Known in the community to many as grandma, "she loved to cook and always had a house full of family and friends, " according to family members.
She was a former owner and operator of Vicki's Drive-In in Fairfield from 1971 to 1978.
She loved to work outside and spend time with her family, playing games and eating, according to family members.
Mrs. Moore is survived by husband Bernard Moore, owner of Moore Tractor Company, children Debbie Knapp, Vicki Miller and husband Bob, Gary Moore and wife Barber, and Mike Moore and wife Kim, all of Dixon.
She is also survived by 19 grandchildren, seven great grandchildren, sisters Lois Cross of Arizona and husband Ken, Doris Moore and husband Charles of Okla., and Margaret Germoules and husband Pete, of Sacramento.
Family and friends are invited to a viewing scheduled from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 26, at Carpenter Funeral Chapel, 569 North First St. Dixon.
A funeral service is scheduled at 10 a.m. Wednesday, at Valley Church, 5063 Maple Road, Vacaville. Burial will follow in Silveyville Cemetery, Dixon.
In lieu of flowers, family requests donations be directed toward the Marjorie Moore Memorial Fund, in care of Valley Church.
The Chapel of the Valley is assisting the family with arrangements.
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Ruby L. Hanson Moore
Ruby Moore, 67, died Wednesday, March 31, 2004 at Sutter Davis Hospital.
A native of Davis, born Jan. 5, 1937. She attended Davis schools. She was a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, aunt, sister, and friend.
Her parents Delmar and Pearl Hanson preceded her in death. As well as three brothers and three sisters. She is survived by her brothers Lester and wife Mary Hanson of Davis, Wilber and wife Janet Hanson of Oregon, and Donnie and wife Norma Hanson of Red Bluff, sister-in-law Leona Hanson of Davis, former husband, Don "Dago" Moore of Oroville. Sons Donnie, Jon, and Billy Moore of Woodland and daughter Jan Hopkins of Davis. Grandkids Traci Roller, Tommy Moss, Anna, Billy, Ashley, and Aleah Moore, John and Mark Hopkins. Great-grandkids James Moss and Kerryne Moore. As well as numerous nieces and nephews.
Special thanks to the Sutter Davis Hospital ICU staff for their kindness and unconditional support.
No service will be held.
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Walter Raymond Jorgensen
Walter Raymond Jorgensen died at Sierra Health Care Convalescent Hospital, Davis Wednesday, Oct. 23, 2002, at age 93.
Born Sept. 16, 1909, in Hammonton, Mr. Jorgensen was raised in Folsom where he graduated from Folsom High School. He was in the 7th Division Sacramento National Guard and during World War II served in the US Army in the Pacific and Okinawa. He moved to Winters in 1947 where he owned and operated the Shell Oil Distributorship for over 50 years. He was a member of St. Anthony Catholic Church, Elks Lodge and a life member of the VFW.
Mr. Jorgensen is survived by his stepdaughter, Amy Williams of Folsom; brother, John D. Jorgensen of Cucamonga; and numerous nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Martha Jorgensen in November of 1998.
The evening vigil service will be held at 6:30 p.m. Monday, Oct. 28, at St. Anthony Catholic Church, 3rd and Main streets in Winters.
A funeral mass is scheduled to be said at 10 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 29, also at St. Anthony Catholic Church. Burial will follow at Winters Cemetery.
The family requests memorials be directed to the charity of the donor's choice.
Smith's Colonial Chapel of Winters is assisting the family with arrangements.
