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James Kleven Slover
James Kleven Slover died Tuesday, Jan 15, 2002, at age 52. Born on Sept. 10, 1949, in Bartlesville, Okla., to Doris and JW Slover, Mr. Slover was raised in the Texas Panhandle. He was a 10-year resident of Pine Tree Gardens and had many friends and affiliations in Davis.
He was an Eagle scout and was awarded the highest scouting honors in the Order of the Arrow. He attended UC San Diego and served in the Peace Corps in Mali, Africa.
Mr. Slover is survived by his sisters; Susan Slover and husband Michael of Woodland, Anita Trieweiler and husband Patrick of Merced, and Betsy Coonfield and husband Jim of Oklahoma City. He is also survived by his brother John Slover of Oakley.
He is also survived by nieces Megan Murphy, Katie and Maggie Trieweiler and nephews, JD Slover-Murphy and Matthew Trieweiler.
Mr. Slover was surrounded with "loving care from his family of Pine Tree residents and staff and the mental health community of Davis" at the time of his death, according to family members.
A private burial is scheduled at Monument Park in Woodland. A celebration of life is scheduled for 2 p.m., Tuesday, Jan, 22, at the Unitarian Church, 27074 Patwin Road, off Russell Boulevard in Davis.
In lieu of flowers please direct memorial donations to Pine Tree Gardens, P.O. Box 988, Davis, 95617.
LAUDE
Jane Gale Laude
Jane Gale Laude died peacefully on Oct. 30, 2004, just three weeks after the death of her husband, Horton. She was 88.
Friends are invited to a service at 10 a.m. Saturday at the Davis Cemetery, 820 Pole Line Road, followed by an 11 a.m. gathering at University Retirement Community to remember both Jane and Horton Laude.
Born Mary Jane Gale July 1, 1916, in Ivor, Va., she was the fourth of seven children of Dr. John Samuel Gale Jr. and Frances Cofer Rogers Gale. She was a 1938 graduate of Florida State College for Women, where she majored in education, but also cultivated her artistic talent. She returned to Virginia where she taught high school for several years.
She met her future husband while teaching languages to Army Signal Corps officers in Arlington, Va., and they marriage in Ivor on Feb. 2, 1946, just before moving to Davis where he joined the UC Davis faculty in agronomy.
Her family says that while she very much loved her life and friends in Davis, she never gave up her Virginia identity or accent. She always maintained close ties to her family and delighted in being a Western exponent of Southern grace and hospitality.
She began painting again in the 1970s, and her art remained a primary focus in her life for three decades. She became well known locally for her portrait work and especially enjoyed her relationships with the families whose children she painted.
She is survived by her daughter Jennifer of Davis and her son Richard of Palo Alto; her brother, Dr. James C. Gale of Roanoke, Va.; and her sisters, Frances Dalton of Belton, Texas, and Cordelia Burrow of South Lyon, Mich.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to Yolo Hospice and the Davis Art Center for the student scholarship fund. Arrangements are under the direction of Davis Funeral Chapel.
LAUGENOUR
Wilmoth Louise Laugenour
Wilmoth Laugenour died at her home on Sunday, July 4, 2004, with her children at her bedside. She was 82 years old.
Born on Aug. 25, 1921, in Fremont, Neb., Willi moved to Woodland when she was 2 years old. She attended Dingle Elementary and Woodland High schools, graduating in 1939. She got to know her future husband, Eugene Laugenour Jr., while they both sang in the church choir, and later were marriage in San Francisco.
As a marriage woman and mother, Willi believed in being resourceful, living a clean life, and doing things with her family. Many activities throughout her life were centered around the family home in Sacramento, or Fremont Presbyterian Church. Willi had an amazing spirit about her, and was always ready for some sort of adventure. She enjoyed her life and the many people that she met along the way. Her favorite treat was a Vic's extra-thick milkshake, or a good dinner at the Pheasant Club.
Wilmoth was preceded in death by her husband Eugene Laugenour Jr., on April 7, 2001. She is survived by her three children, Stephen Laugenour and wife Teri of Woodland, Susan Raffetto and husband Peter of Sacramento and David Laugenour and wife Debbie of Auburn.
She is also survived by grandchildren Sean Morrison and wife Mollie, Kelly Laugenour and husband Josh Jimerfield, Jill Laugenour, Tom and Mark Laugenour, Mike and Katie Raffetto, and great, granddaughter Moseley Morrison.
A private, family burial was held Thursday, July 8, at Mary's Cemetery in rural Yolo County.
A memorial service is scheduled for 1 p.m., Tuesday, July 13, 2004, at Fremont Presbyterian Church, 5770 Carlson Drive, Sacramento.
The family requests memorials to be directed to Young Life Sacramento.
Klumpp Funeral Home of Sacramento is assisting the family with arrangements.
LAUGHLIN
Suzanne C. Laughlin
Suzanne C. Laughlin died in her home on June 24, 2000, after a long illness. Born Aug. 7, 1920, in Privas, France, she was 79.
During World War II she met an American soldier named John in Lyon, France. They were marriage 54 years ago on Dec. 26, 1946, in New York City.
She taught French in the Homewood Flossmoore school district in Illinois for 20 years. She then retired to Sebastian, Fla., where she enjoyed living on the Indian River. In September 1998 she moved to Davis to be near her son Philip and his family.
She is survived by her husband, John Laughlin of Davis; two sons, Steven Laughlin and his wife Margaret of Milwaukee, Wis., and Philip Laughlin and his wife Tina of Davis; and five grandsons, Jonathon, Patrick, Daniel, Matthew and Samuel.
A reception for family and friends will be held Saturday, July 15, from 2 to 4 p.m. in the club lounge at the University Retirement Community on Shasta Drive in West Davis.
McNary's Chapel is assisting the family with the arrangements.
LAVORICO
Alex John Lavorico, Jr.
Alex John Lavorico Jr., our loving father, passed away on Thursday, April 29, 2004, in San Jose. He was born on January 26, 1952 in Woodland. He lived in Woodland for 20 years, and then moved to San Jose to lead a wonderful life. He did just that with his loving wife Donna Lavorico. In addition to his wife, he is survived by his six children, Alex Lavorico III and wife Kathy, Stella Lara and husband Vincent, and Arthur Lavorico, all of Woodland; Erick Lavorico, Raquel Lavorico, and Natalie Lavorico, all of San Jose. He was a devoted grandfather to his grandchildren, Alex IV and Luke Lavorico; Mariah, Vincent and Marcos Lara, and unborn grandchild Lara, all of Woodland. He leaves behind four brothers, Danny, Eddie, David, and Ralph Lavorico all of Woodland, as well as numerous nephews and nieces and a large extended family that will miss him very much. Alex was preceded in death by his father and mother, Alex Lavorico Sr. and Virginia Medina Lavorico, and his father-in-law Reyes Noriega.
Alex worked for the Santa Clara County VTA for 17 years. He had many interests, including softball, but his main interest was taking care of his family. He enjoyed watching his children and grandchildren in their many sporting events and helping them with their hobbies. He made frequent trips to Woodland to visit his family, which was quite large, and it was always a good time when he came to visit.
Visitation will be held on Tuesday, May 4, 2004 from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. The Rosary will be held also on Tuesday at 7 p.m. The burial service will be held on Wednesday, May 5, at 11 a.m. All services will be at the Oak Hill Chapel, 300 Curtner Ave. in San Jose. Oak Hill Chapel is assisting the family with arrangements.
LAWRENCE
Delphine Rosalie Lawrence
Delphine Rosalie Lawrence died on Wednesday, April 16, 2003, at age 99.
Born April 1, 1904, in Theresa Island, Azores, Mrs. Lawrence had been a Yolo County resident for 80 years. She came to U.S. at 19 months of age. She attended schools in Ione, and completed school to the 8th grade. She was a homemaker and member of the Cabrillo Club No. 26 of Woodland.
Survivors include her son, Louis Lawrence; daughter, Adelaide Davis and husband Charles; daughter-in-law, Elaine Lawrence; 11 grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren; eight great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Joseph Lawrence; sons, Joseph Jr. and William Lawrence; parents, Maria and Frank Vieira; brother, Frank Vieira; daughters-in-law, Thelma B, Angie and Grace Lawrence; and numerous nieces and nephews.
The family requests memorials be directed to the charity of donor's choice. Arrangements are under the direction of McNary's Chapel of Woodland.
Services: A funeral mass is scheduled to be said at 10 a.m. today Tuesday, April 22, 2003, at Holy Rosary Catholic Church, Woodland, with a burial to follow at St. Joseph's Cemetery, Woodland.
LAWRENCE
Joseph R. Lawrence
Joseph R. Lawrence died at The Californian in Woodland on Mary 23, 2002. Born Sept. 20, 1909, in Oakland to the late John and Agnes Lawrence, he was 92.
He was a resident of Yolo County for 37 years. He served in the U.S. Marines from 1927 to 1930. He was employed by the city of Oakland Police Department for 25 years. After retiring in Oakland as a lieutenant, he went to work for the Yolo County Sheriff's Department for 10 years. He was a member and past president of the Yolo Fliers Club. He served on the board of directors of the Yolo Federal Credit Union and was a member of the Holy Rosary Church.
He is survived by his daughter, Sharon Tuttle of Whitefish, Mont., and son, Brian Lawrence of Moraga; grandchildren, Michael Lawrence of Seattle, Wash., Michele Farnung of Walnut Creek, Annie Tuttle of Bridgeville and Izzy Tuttle of Davis. He is also survived by his brother, Frank Lawrence of Walnut Creek.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Vivian E. Lawrence on July 10, 1999.
Respecting his wishes, no service will be held.
McNary's Chapel is assisting the family with arrangements.
