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Aileen Van Atta
Aileen Van Atta, born in Ohio on Dec. 30, 1916, was a long time resident of Woodland, Ca.
Aileen selected the lovely town of Woodland, Ca. to raise her five children. Initially employed by Stanley Home Products, her terrific personality was well suited for the in home parties. From there she went to the Yolo County Welfare Department where she was employed as a social worker and retired after 20 years of service.
While in Woodland, Aileen was chairman of many committees and held all of the offices in Young Ladies Institute. Her incredible wit and humor kept her busy in this organization. She was often requested to be Mistress of Ceremonies for various functions and fashion shows. Aileen's theatrics often resulted in finding her picture on the social pages of the Daily Democrat.
After retirement Aileen and her two daughters opened a quilt and gift shop in Half Moon Bay, Ca. where she took up residence. While there she was an active member of the Coast Side Newcomers Club, serving on the board as well as holding a position on the board of directors for the Half Moon Bay Coast Side Chamber of Commerce. Her great personality brought many new members into the Chamber. She later moved to Pacifica, Ca. During her six years there Aileen continued to be an active member of the community. She held offices on the board of directors for Beta Sigma Phi and participated in the American Legion Auxiliary.
Woodland's beauty and life long friendships called her back. Upon her return, Aileen started a Bible Study Group. Soon the attendance made her little apartment burst at the seams. She later formed another group called WOW (Women of Welfare) whose members were all previously employed by the Department of Welfare. Aileen also formed The Cheerful Givers, a group that met once a month to share not only their friendship and lunch, but also collected money and anonymously donated those funds to many local organizations. A great humanitarian, Aileen loved giving to Heifer International. This organization helps impoverished families worldwide become more self-reliant through the gift of livestock so that they may provide for themselves, their children and their communities.
Aileen shed her earthly body on Oct. 25, 2003. She has earned her wings and is undoubtedly flying free with all the other angels. She will be remembered for her tenacious card playing, quick wit, wonderful sense of humor, her compassion and her genuine kindness to all people. She will be dearly missed.
Aileen is survived by her sister Rosemary Suever of Delphos, Ohio. She will be missed by her loving and devoted children Michael Van Atta of Golden, Colo., Ann Bauden of Pacifica, Ca., Patty Van Atta Francis of Philomont, Va., David Van Atta and Stephen Van Atta, of Woodland, Ca. She is also survived by her loving grandchildren Michael West of Pacifica, Ca., Erin Van Atta of York, Pa., Megan Van Atta of Stewartstown, Pa., Sean Van Atta, Matthew Van Atta, Miranda Van Atta, David Van Atta Jr. and Annamarie Van Atta, all of Woodland, Ca.
A memorial service will be held at Holy Rosary Catholic Church in Woodland on Thursday, Oct. 30 at noon.
Aileen requested her ashes be spread over the ocean near Dillon's Beach, Ca.
In lieu of flowers Aileen requested donations be made to Heifer International (800) 422-0474, or http://www.heifer.org; and or the Sexual Assault and Domestic Violence Center, 927 Main Street, Woodland 95776 (530) 661-6336.
Kraft Bros. of Woodland is assisting the family with the arrangements.
VAN LEW
Diana "Annie" Joan Van Court
Diana "Annie" Joan Van Court died of lung disease at Sutter Memorial Hospital in Sacramento Tuesday, Jan. 20, 2004, at age 59.
Born July 15, 1944, in Oakland, Mrs. Van Court was raised in Piedmont where she attended area schools. She resided in Yolo County for the past 37 years.
Survivors include her husband, Charles Van Court of Davis; sons, Jason Van Court and wife Sara Sheikholislam of Sacramento, and Lance and Jennifer Van Court of Davis; grandchildren, Victoria and Boris Van Court of Davis; sister, Cynthia Trade and husband Charlie of Murphys; brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Robert and Diana Van Court of Sacramento; aunt, Barbara Marshall and husband Dr. William Marshall of Almaden; niece, Heather Rose and husband Bruce Martin of Palo Alto; and cousins, Sally Humphries of Almaden and Susan and Darrell McMurtry as well as their children Sherman and Tiffany of Davis. She was preceded in death by her mother, Elizabeth Cotton, in 1972; father, Carl Cotton, in 1982; brother, Kim Cotton, in 1991; and aunt, Ramona Cotton, in 1994.
The family requests memorials be directed to Sutter Davis Hospital, 2000 Sutter Place, Davis, 95616, in her memory. Arrangements are under the direction of Evergreen Funeral Services of Woodland.
Services: A memorial service is scheduled at 5:30 p.m., Monday, Jan. 26, at Stonegate Country Club, 919 Lake Blvd., Davis.
VANDER HAMM
Chuck Vander Hamm
A memorial service will begin at 1 p.m. Friday at University Covenant Church in Davis for Chuck Vander Hamm, a popular Davis businessman and friend to legions of local residents.
He died Nov. 14, 2000, following a 15-year battle with lymphoma.
Born Nov. 26, 1937, in Le-Mars, Iowa, he was 62.
Best known as owner and operator of Vander Hamm Goodyear Tire Center, he purchased the downtown Davis Goodyear franchise in 1976. Over the years, he developed a loyal following of customers, who enjoyed his friendly smile, personal attention and outstanding community service. In fact, Goodyear was voted the best place to have your car repaired in several "Best of Yolo County" readers' polls in The Davis Enterprise.
He is survived by his loving wife, Marilyn; three children, Janet Hoppert, Scott Vander Hamm and Carrie Falk; and 17 grandchildren, Jenny, Becky, Michael, Kalaan, Sarah, Abigail, Kara, Hannah, Seth, Grace, Scott Jr., Daniel, Charlie, Chris, Zach, Matt and Caitlyn.
University Covenant Church is at 1715 Anderson Road. Vander Hamm's pastor, The Rev. Exter Hardy of First Southern Baptist Church, will officiate. Friends are invited to attend.
Interment will follow at the Davis Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to First Southern Baptist Church, 770 Pole Line Road, Davis, CA 95616.
VANETTI
Robert "Bobby" Lee Vanetti
Robert "Bobby" Lee Vanetti died July 1, 2004, in Sacramento of cancer. He was 60.
Born Sept. 29, 1943, in Dixon, he died after a brief illness with his family by his side.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Alex and Reva Vanetti.
He is survived by his daughters, Brooks Ann Vanetti of Fair Oaks and Christina Pender of Washington; grandchildren, Corrin and Brandon Delliquadri and Bobby Pender; and other loving family members, William and Pearl Schellhorn of Davis and Theresa, Bob and Richard Baciarini of Davis.
Friends and family are invited to a memorial service at 1 p.m. Friday at the Milton Carpenter Funeral Home, 569 N. First St. in Dixon.
VANNUCCI
June Leona (Small) Vannucci
June Leona (Small) Vannucci died in her sleep at her Capay home on Tuesday, June 22, 2004, at age 83.
Born July 7, 1920, in Mountain View, Mrs. Vannucci was a resident of Esparto for the past 80 years, residing in Yolo County since 1923.
Mrs. Vannucci graduated from Esparto High School with honors in 1938. She marriage Fred E. Vannucci in December 1938, and was a rancher in the Capay Valley for all of her adult life.
She was an avid gardener and loved going on road trips.
Survivors include her sons, Fred L. Vannucci and wife Mary, and Ronald P. Vannucci and wife Margarette, both of Esparto; sister Raye Oroz and daughters of Capay; five grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren.
At the request of Mrs. Vannucci, no services will be held.
The family requests memorials be directed to Yolo Hospice, Sutter Hospital Cancer Unit or the Esparto Volunteer Fire Department in her name.
Arrangements are under the direction of Evergreen Funeral Service of Woodland.
WEST
James M. West Sr.
James Melvin West Sr., of Yuba City, died on Nov. 20, 1999 at his home. He was 81 years old.
West was born in granite Lodge Township, Minnesota and was a resident of the Yuba-Sutter area for eight years. He worked as a machine technician for W. E. Cody and W. C. Cody for 35 years. He was also a city councilman for the City of Winters for 20 years, including serving as mayor from 1956 to 1960. West was also a member of the Woodland Elks Lodge.
He is survived by his wife, Ellen Marie West, of Yuba City; two daughters, Jocelyn Schrum of Magalia and Jaquelyn A. Mentink of San Jose; one son, James M. West Jr. of Sacramento; four brothers, Kenneth West of Fairmont, North Dakota; Clifford West, of Clitherall, Minnesota; Marvin L. West of San Marcus and Oscar West of Texarkana, Arkansas; eight grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren.
A private memorial service is planned for July 2000. Cremation was under the direction of Ullrey Memorial Chapel Crematory.
VASQUEZ
Felix 'Cat' Vasquez, Jr.
Felix "Cat" Vasquez Jr. died in Woodland Tuesday, April 19, 2005 at age 50.
Mr. Vasquez was born May 24, 1954 in Hanford. He had been a Yolo County resident most of his life. He attended Woodland schools. He was employed at Fleetwood Homes of Northern California as a plumber. He played with his band, "Conjure."
Survivors include Mr. Vasquez's long-time companion, Patty Jones; his stepdaughter, Krishna and his stepsons, John and Tyler all of Woodland; his grandchildren, Brian and Rachelle Klimper of Woodland and David Witherall-Jones of Idaho; his sisters, Esther Livingston of Tennessee and Lorenza Lunley of Nevada; his brother, Manuel Flores of Woodland and his "Cuz, " Jessy Vasquez of Woodland. He was preceded in death by his sister, Julie (Vasquez) Nichols; his nephew, Julian Livingston and numerous other relatives.
The family requests memorials in Mr. Vasquez's name be directed to the charity of the donor's choice.
Services: Respecting the wishes of Mr. Vasquez, no services are scheduled. North Sacramento Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.
