Morita Reyes, 72

SAN MARCOS —— Morita Llenes Reyes, 72, died Friday, Dec. 16, 2005, at a local hospital.

Born May 3, 1933, in Tabango Leyte, Philippine Islands, she lived in San Marcos for one year. She lived in Mira Mesa previously. She was a homemaker for seven years. She owned a business in the Philippines previously.

Mrs. Reyes was preceded in death by her son, Gilbert Llenes Cortes, Nov. 17, 2005. She is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, Renante "Randy" and Cecilia Reyes of San Marcos; daughter-in-law Rowena Noval Cortes of San Marcos; brother Maximo Llenes of the Philippines; and grandchildren Gilrey, Gilliam and Rynon.

Viewing is scheduled from 4 to 8 p.m. and rosary recited at 7 p.m. today, Dec. 20, at Allen Bros. Mortuary, San Marcos Chapel, 435 N. Twin Oaks Valley Road in San Marcos. A Mass will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 21, at St. Mark's Catholic Church, 1147 Discovery St. in San Marcos. Interment will follow at San Marcos Cemetery, 1021 Mulberry Drive in San Marcos.

Allen Bros. Mortuary, San Marcos Chapel, is handling arrangements.

Ronald Morgan, 70

VISTA —— Ronald Lee Morgan, 70, died Sunday, Dec. 11, 2005, at Tri-City Medical Center.

Born Oct. 18, 1935, in Spirit Lake, Iowa, he lived in Vista for 51 years. He was a manager at Network Storage Capital Inc.

Mr. Morgan was preceded in death by his brother, Howard Morgan, Oct. 24, 2003. He is survived by his wife of 40 years, Benita L. Morgan of Vista; mother Betty Morgan of Milford, Iowa; sons and daughters-in-law Patrick and Jaci Morgan of San Marcos and Ray "Pete" and Mirang Morgan of Fremont; daughter Michaelene Beckwith of Oceanside; sisters and brother-in-law Kathy Griffin of San Marcos and Sandy and Gale Igou of Spencer, Iowa; grandchildren Denene, Lynn, Joshua, Candace, Sheana, Tawny, Jade, Jessica, Jannessa and Paige; and four great-grandchildren.

His cremains will be scattered at sea.

Cremation Services is handling arrangements.

Ellen Bernhard, 76

OCEANSIDE —— Ellen Marguerite "Maggie" Bernhard, 76, died Friday, Dec. 16, 2005, at her home.

Born May 13, 1929, in Willow Springs, Mo., she lived in Oceanside for 51 years. She was a member of the Tri-City Baptist Church and the Daughters of the Nile in San Diego.

Mrs. Bernhard is survived by her husband of 36 years, Raymond Bernhard of Oceanside; son Donald Dean McGovern of Oceanside; brothers Ernest E. Peddicord of Klammath Falls, Ore., and Roland Dale Peddicord of Des Moines, Iowa; and grandchild Shawn.

A graveside service is scheduled for 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 21, at Eternal Hills Memorial Park.

Eternal Hills Mortuary is handling arrangements.

Stella Sanzo, 89

FALLBROOK —— Stella Sanzo, 89, died of natural causes, Friday, Dec. 16, 2005.

Born July 16, 1926, in Southbend, Ind., she lived in Fallbrook for 10 years. She was a flight attendant for Continental Airlines for 24 years. She helped transport Vietnam military personnel, when she was injured.

Mrs. Sanzo is survived by her husband, Sonny C. Sanzo; son and daughter-in-law Jay and Christine Sanzo of Tucson, Ariz.; daughter and son-in-law Sonnie and Ken Lowden of Acton; brother Lottie Paschal of Phoenix; grandchildren Dustin, Hidi, Keriann, Katherine, Sara and Rebecca.

Viewing is scheduled from 4 to 8 p.m. today, Dec. 20, at Berry-Bell & Hall Fallbrook Mortuary. A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 21, at Berry-Bell & Hall. Entombment will be held at 1 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 22, at San Fernando Mission Cemetery in Mission Hills.

Berry-Bell & Hall Mortuary is handling arrangements.

Ramiro Gonzalez, 48

OCEANSIDE —— Ramiro Gonzalez Gonzalez, 48, died Thursday, Dec. 15, 2005, in Oceanside.

He was born April 14, 1957, in Mexico.

Mr. Gonzalez was preceded in death by his mother, Antonia Gonzalez in December 2002. He is survived by his father, Ramiro Gonzalez Sr. of Vista; daughter and son-in-law Rosalia and Fernando Castro of Escondido; brothers Ricardo Gonzalez, Reyes Gonzalez, Raul Gonzalez, Rogelio Gonzalez and Roberto Gonzalez, all of San Diego County; and sister Rosalbia of Escondido.

Visitation and viewing are scheduled from 4 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 21, at Eternal Hills Mortuary. A funeral service will take place at 10 a.m. Thursday, Dec. 22, at Eternal Hills Memorial Park, 1999 El Camino Real in Oceanside.

Eternal Hills Mortuary is handling arrangements.

Arthur Lovell, 87

ESCONDIDO —— Arthur James Lovell, 87, died Wednesday, Dec. 14, 2005, at Sharp Coronado Hospital.

Born May 6, 1918, in San Diego, he lived in San Diego County for 66 years. He was a field mechanic for the state of California Department of Transportation. He served in the U.S. Navy from 1936 to 1940. He was a member of the Merchant Marines during World War II. He enjoyed racing midget cars. He was a tourist travel racer in the "Outlaw Motorcycle Club." He enjoyed motorcycles and gardening.

Mr. Lovell was preceded in death by his parents, Arthur G. and Dora G. Lovell; wife Lilla "Maudie" Lovell; sister Georgiana Lovell; and son Arthur J. Lovell Jr. He is survived by his son and daughter-in-law, Arthur G. and Pam Lovell of Oregon; stepson Earl Grigsby of Springfield, Ore.; daughter Kathleen Lovell of Alaska; stepdaughters Catherine Jackson of Ramona and Loretta Drown of San Diego; eight grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren.

A graveside service is scheduled for 11 a.m. Friday, Jan. 13, 2006, at Oak Hill Memorial Park in Escondido.

McLeod Mortuary is handling arrangements.

Lorraine Johnson, 83

SAN MARCOS —— Lorraine Hebert Johnson, 83, died of chronic respiratory disease, Thursday, Dec. 15, 2005, at her daughter's home.

Born Nov. 13, 1922, in Hartford, Conn., she lived in San Marcos for eight years. She retired in 1990 from the medical field. She was a member of the Busy Bee's Women's Club. She helped raise funds for college bound students.

Mrs. Johnson was preceded in death by her husband, Wilford George Johnson, in 1970. She is survived by her sons and daughters-in-law, Richard Harold and Pam Johnson of Melbourne, Fla., and Lawrence Nolan and Mona Johnson of Largo, Fla.; daughter and son-in-law Carolanne and Arthur Roe of Oceanside; grandchildren Tammy, Kimberly, Kelly, Christopher and Matthew; seven great-grandchildren; and five great-great-grandchildren.

A memorial service is scheduled for 11 a.m. Thursday, Dec. 22, at the First Congregational Church, 1800 N. Broadway in Escondido with the Rev. John Roberts officiating. A reception will follow at the Fellowship Hall at the church.

Cremation Services is handling arrangements.

Jim Creasman, 64

ESCONDIDO —— Jim Creasman, 64, died of asthma, Friday, Dec. 16, 2005.

Born Jan. 1, 1941, in North Carolina, he lived in Escondido for 40 years. He served in the U.S. Navy for four years. He retired after 38 years with Pacific Bell as an intercommunications technician. He was an avid photographer for more than 25 years. He was interested in American Indian studies and art.

Mr. Creasman is survived by his wife of 44 years, Dorie Creasman of Escondido; son and daughter-in-law Don and Torri Creasman of Escondido; daughter and son-in-law Jamie and Johnny Montoya of Escondido; sisters and brothers-in-law Mary and Glen Moretz of Arlington, Texas, Kathy and Todd Nye of Knoxville, Tenn., and Barbara and Jerry Hammonds of Kingsport, Tenn.; and grandchildren Dominique, Johnny III, Jasmine, Kachiri and James.

Private services will be held.

Earline Shedd, 89

ESCONDIDO —— Earline Leota Shedd, 89, died Friday, Dec. 16, 2005.

Born Jan. 4, 1916, in Independence, Mo., she lived in Escondido for one year. She lived in Cottonwood, Ariz., previously. She was a deli manager at a grocery store for 40 years.

Mrs. Shedd was preceded in death by her husband, William Shedd, in 1986; and granddaughter Diane Vandaveer in 2004. She is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Dee and David Cochran of Escondido; son and daughter-in-law Bill and Anne Shedd of Payson, Ariz.; grandchildren Kyle, Chris, Kim and Sandra; 10 great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren.

Viewing is scheduled for 3 p.m. and funeral service at 4 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 21, at California Funeral Alternatives, 1020 E. Pennsylvania Ave. in Escondido. Interment at Palm Memorial Park in Henderson, Nev., is planned.

California Funeral Alternatives is handling arrangements.

Ila LaMarquis, 97

SAN MARCOS —— Ila K. LaMarquis, 97, died Thursday, Dec. 15, 2005, at a local residential care facility.

Born Nov. 9, 1908, in DeKalb, Ill., she lived in San Diego County since 1971. She was a bookkeeper for Russell G. Smith Garage for about six years.

Mrs. LaMarquis is survived by her close friend, Nannette Longsworth of San Marcos.

No services will be held at the request of the deceased. Her cremains will be scattered at sea.

Allen Bros. Mortuary, San Marcos Chapel, is handling arrangements.

Minna Hayutin, 92

OCEANSIDE —— Minna Hayutin, 92, died Friday, Dec. 16, 2005.

Born May 18, 1913, in New York City, she lived in Oceanside for 18 years. She was a member of the Cancer Guild and various Jewish organizations.

Mrs. Hayutin is survived by her husband of 57 years, Harvey Hayutin of Oceanside; son and daughter-in-law Michael and Joyce Hayutin of San Diego; daughter Cynthia Furst of Santa Barbara; sister Sylvia Caplan of North Hollywood; and grandchildren Jake and Shaina.

A graveside service is scheduled for 2 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 21, at Mount Sinai Memorial Park in Hollywood Hills.

The family suggests donations to the Alzheimer's Association, 4950 Murphy Canyon St., San Diego, CA 92123.

Eternal Hills Mortuary is handling arrangements.

James Darwin, 68

RAMONA —— James Ray Darwin, 68, died Wednesday, Dec. 14, 2005.

Born Oct. 14, 1937, in Dallas, he lived in Ramona for eight years. He retired from the U.S. Navy as a captain. He was a veteran of the Vietnam War. He was a business developer for Northrop Grumman P.R.B. for more than 20 years. He enjoyed playing golf.

Mr. Darwin is survived by his wife, JoAnna Darwin of Ramona; mother Hazel Darwin of Albuquerque, N.M.; sons Thomas Ray Darwin of Oceanside and James Richard Darwin of Las Vegas; brother Tom Darwin of Phoenix; and grandson James.

A funeral service is scheduled for 2 p.m. today, Dec. 21, at the First Congregational Church of Ramona, with the Rev. Alex Dreese officiating. Private burial at Fort Rosecrans National Cemetery in San Diego is handling arrangements.

Bonham Bros & Stewart Mortuary is handling arrangements.

Pamela Biggers, 46

ESCONDIDO —— Pamela J. Biggers, 46, died Tuesday, Dec. 6, 2005, at her home.

Born June 7, 1959, in San Francisco, she lived in San Diego County for 31 years. She was a nursing assistant. She was disabled due to back surgeries. She graduated with honors from Sand Diego Mesa College Nursing Department in 1991.

Ms. Biggers was preceded in death by her father, Robert Biggers, in 1987; and sister Mary Biggers in 1958. She is survived by her mother, Joan Biggers of Escondido; sisters and brother-in-law Angie and Fred Hauth of Oceanside and Christine Biggers of Eureka; and many nieces and nephews.

A Mass will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 21, at Resurrection Catholic Church, 1445 Conway in Escondido with the Rev. Eduardo Bernardino officiating. Interment will follow at 2 p.m. at Eternal Hills Memorial Park, 1999 El Camino Real in Oceanside.

McLeod Mortuary is handling arrangements.

Frank Koniges, 82

POWAY —— Frank Leslie Koniges, 82, died of natural causes, Friday, Dec. 16, 2005, at his home.

Born July 27, 1923, in New York City, he lived in Poway for 34 years. He was an engineering manager and community college instructor. He was a member of the Merchant Marines during World War II and received full military honors. He enjoyed collecting stamps, coins, the violin, gymnastics and languages.

Mr. Koniges is survived by his wife of 57 years, Dorothy Koniges of Poway; sons and daughters-in-law Frank Charles Koniges and Kathleen O'Banion of Haddonfield, N.J., and Jeffrey Alan and Judith Koniges of Chapel Hill, N.«.; daughter and son-in-law Alice Koniges and David Eder of Livermore; and eight grandchildren.

Visitation is scheduled from 9 a.m. to 10:30 and funeral service at 10:30 a.m. today, Dec. 20, at Poway Bernardo Mortuary, 13243 Poway Road in Poway with Frank Charles Koniges officiating. Interment will be at 2:30 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 22, at Riverside National Cemetery, 22495 Van Buren Blvd. in Riverside.

The family suggests donations to the San Diego Zoological Society, P.O. Box 120551, San Diego, CA 92112.

Poway Bernardo Mortuary is handling arrangements.

Lance Hollister, 82

OCEANSIDE —— Lance G. Hollister, 82, died Saturday, Dec. 10, 2005, at Pacific Place care facility.

Born Sept. 20, 1923, in Chicago, he lived in Oceanside for 27 years. He retired as a real estate appraiser in 1993. He served in the U.S. Marine Corps during World War II.

Mr. Hollister is survived by his wife of 54 years, Patricia Brown Hollister; daughters Lynn Chaney, Janice Carlson and Licia Van Engelen; and grandsons Brett Wilson, Brandon Trayer, Nicholas De Piazza and Christopher De Piazza.

A memorial service is scheduled for 10 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 21, at the First Presbyterian Church of Oceanside.

Verner Winslow, 86

OCEANSIDE —— Verner D. Winslow, 86, died Wednesday, Dec. 14, 2005, at his home.

Born May 11, 1919, in Beaver City, Neb., he lived in Oceanside for 64 years. He built airplanes at Convair Corps at Lindberg Field in San Diego. He worked for the U.S. Postal Service. He served in the U.S. Army during World War II in the 83rd Infantry Training Battalion at Camp Roberts and Fort Benning. He was a member of St. Mary's Star of the Sea Catholic Church, where he was a Fourth Degree Knight of Columbus member. He was a member of the Ben-Ziri caravan of the Order of Alhambra, the Oceanside Elks Lodge and the American Legion Post 365 of Vista. He was a troubleshooting engineer for General Dynamics Corp. He enjoyed horticulture, photography, reading and flying. He won prizes for his flowers.

Mr. Winslow is survived by his wife, Gertrude of Oceanside; daughter Verla Winslow of Chico; son and daughter-in-law John and Kathy Winslow of El Granada; and grandsons Jonathan, Michael and Justin Winslow.

The rosary will be recited at 9:30 a.m. and Mass celebrated at 10 a.m. today, Dec. 20, at St. Mary's Star of the Sea Church in Oceanside. A reception will follow at 11 a.m. at the church hall.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to St. Mary's Church, 609 Pier View Way, Oceanside, CA 92054, the Order of Alhambra, 4200 Leeds Ave., Baltimore, MD 21229-5496, or Elizabeth Hospice, 150 W. Crest St., Escondido, CA 92025.

Elizabeth Lane, 73

BONSALL —— Elizabeth Jane Lane, 73, died Thursday, Dec. 15, 2005, at her home.

Born July 23, 1932, in Quimby, Iowa, she lived in San Diego County for 27 years. She was a secretary for the city Inglewood for about 12 years. She was a past member of the Vista Tennis Club.

Mrs. Lane is survived by her husband of 55 years, Elvan D. Lane of Bonsall; son Gary Lane of Hemet; daughter and son-in-law Nancee and Marc Revere of San Marcos; grandchildren Traci, Dan, Casey and Jenni; and one great-grandson.

A memorial service is scheduled for 11 a.m. Thursday, Dec. 22, at Allen Bros. Mortuary, San Marcos Chapel with the Rev. Sam Brumit officiating. Private inurnment will take place at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to the Casa de Amparo, 4070 Mission Ave., Oceanside, CA 92054, or the St. Jude's Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105.

Allen Bros. Mortuary, San Marcos Chapel, is handling arrangements.

Amelia Rosaluk, 88

FALLBROOK —— Amelia L. Rosaluk, 88, died Friday, Dec. 16, 2005.

Born March 13, 1917, in Pittsburgh, she lived in Fallbrook for 18 years. She was a homemaker for more than 60 years.

Mrs. Rosaluk was preceded in death by her first husband, John G. Atyim, in 1966; and second husband Walter Rosaluk in 1983. She is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Veronica and John Sciaretti of West Homestead, Pa.; sons and daughters-in-law Paul J. and Suzy Atyim of Palm Desert, John G. Atyim of Redondo Beach, and Robert D. and Carmen Atyim of Fallbrook; seven grandchildren; and nine great-grandchildren.

Visitation is scheduled from 4 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 21, at Berry-Bell & Hall Fallbrook Mortuary. Interment will be at a later date at Calvary Cemetery in Pittsburgh.

The family suggests donations to the Arthritis Foundation, P.O. Box 96280, Washington, DC 20090.

Berry-Bell & Hall Fallbrook Mortuary is handling arrangements.

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Pamela J. Biggers

Pamela J. Biggers, 46, passed away Friday, Dec. 16, 2005, in Escondido.

A Mass will be held at Resurrection Catholic Church Wednesday, Dec. 21, 2005, at 11 a.m. Interment will follow at 2 p.m. at Eternal Hills Memorial Park in Oceanside.

McLeod Mortuary is handling arrangements, (760) 745-2100.

in memoriam

Ronald Fries

1966 —— 2002

Son many things have changed but one thing remains the same, we love and miss you every day. Memories of your smile, warmth, laughter and goodness keep you with us and help guide our family. Thank you for being such an amazing son, brother, husband, father and friend.

Our love is real not fade away.

Mom, Dad and Sheila

Brian Carver, 46

MURRIETA —— Brian Arthur Carver, 46, died of cancer, Tuesday, Dec. 13, 2005, at his home.

Born March 17, 1959, in France, he lived in Murrieta for five years. He served in the U.S. Army. He enjoyed photography, motocross and the outdoors. He graduated second in his class at Castlemont High School in Oakland.

Mr. Carver is survived by his parents, Dorothy Vivian and Arthur Jordon Carver of Bloomington, Ind.; son, Theodore Olanzo Carver of Murrieta; daughter, Shaun Rachelle Carver of Murrieta; brothers and sisters-in-law Miles and Melissa Carver of Aberdeen, S.D., and Eric and LaFreda Carver of New Haven, Conn.; sisters and brothers-in-law Patricia and Patrick Efiom of Bloomington and Karen and John Jackson of Huntsville, Ala.; and grandchildren Laila and Mercedes.

Services with interment at Riverside National Cemetery have been held.

Stout Family Funeral Home in Temecula handled arrangements.

Margaret Perry, 78

SUN CITY —— Margaret "June" Perry, 78, died of natural causes, Friday, Dec. 16, 2005, at her home.

Born June 19, 1927, in Apponaug, R.I., she lived in Sun City for 13 years. She was a member of Delta Theta Chi Sorority and the Sun City Swim Club. She performed 10 years in the Sun City Aquarians annual swim show. She was a volunteer reading tutor at Chester Morrison Elementary School and at the Sun City Library.

Mrs. Perry was preceded in death by her husband of 43 years, Bernard Perry. She is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, Daniel and Margaret Perry of Fullerton; daughter, Anne Perry of Costa Mesa; and granddaughter Dominique.

Visitation is scheduled from 4 to 8 p.m. and rosary recited at 7 p.m. today, Dec. 20, at Miller-Jones Mortuary & Crematory in Sun City.

A Mass will be celebrated at 9 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 21, at St. Vincent's Catholic Church in Sun City. Interment will follow at 10:30 a.m. at Riverside National Cemetery.

Miller-Jones is handling arrangements.

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Virginia Walker

Virginia Walker went home to be with the Lord, December 15, 2005, after a brief battle with ovarian cancer. She was at her home in Sun City.

Virginia was born in Denver, Colorado, on July 3, 1918. She was one of five children and her brother, Bob, survives her. She and her husband, Ed, were married 58 years before he died in 2001. They had a turkey ranch in Elsinore for over 40 years. They had three daughters, Linda (Jim) Barlogio of Corona, Suzy (Wil) Howe of Simpsonville, So. Carolina, and Sally (Bob) Hanks of Sun City. There are seven grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; and numerous nephews and nieces.

Virginia felt a strong desire to tell everyone of her love for the Lord. She was a Sunday school teacher for 50-plus years, belonged to Christian Women's Club and was a reading tutor with G.R.E.A.T. program at Ridgemoor Elementary in Sun City.

Virginia donated her body to Loma Linda Anatomy Department hoping in some way someone would be helped through it. In lieu of flowers, her favorite charities were Voice of Christ Ministries, P.O. Box 474, Nenana, Alaska 99760-0474, and Wycliffe Bible Translators, P.O. Box 628200, Orlando FL 32862.

Memorial services will be held at Canyon Lake Community Church on December 19, at 11 a.m.

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Marty Litchfield, 46

VISTA ññ Martin K. Litchfield, 46, died Thursday, Dec. 8, 2005, at his home.

Born March 12, 1959, in Medina, N.Y., he lived in Vista for many years. He worked for the UPS for 21 years. He served in the U.S. Marine Corps for four years.

Mr. Litchfield is survived by his girlfriend, Dawn; former wife Sharon; sons Jonathon, Nicholas and Benjamin of Vista; mother Lois Sprester of New York; father Kenneth Litchfield of Florida; sister and brother-in-law Marsha and Don Snyder of New York; brothers and sister-in-law Rick Litchfield, Eric Litchfield and Blaine and Tara Sprester of New York.

The Rev. Jeff Howell officiated the memorial service.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to Elizabeth Hospice, 150 W.Crest St., Escondido, CA 92025, or the American Brian Tumor Association, 2720 River Road, Des Plaines, Ill. 60018.

Leona Rall, 90

CULVER CITY ññ Leona Rall, 90, died Wednesday, Dec. 14, 2005.

Born Sept. 5, 1915, in Elk Creek, Neb., she lived in Escondido for 10 years previously. She was a homemaker. She was active with organizations in her church.

Mrs. Rall was preceded in death by her husband, Cleo Rall, in 1999; and daughter Shirley McGehee in 1994.

She is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Beverly and Richard Fowler of Escondido; sister Erma Gramm of Mountain Home, Ark.; five grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild.

A graveside service is scheduled for 1 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 21, at Oak Hill Memorial Park with the Rev. William Vogelsang officiating.

Alhiser-Comer Mortuary in Escondido is handling arrangements.