Angel, Gloria

Baur, John

Dezavelle, Jacques

Entringer, Michael

Fidiam, Betty

Fitzgerald, Thomas

Foetz, Ellen

Groscup, William

Haskett, Ralph

Heider, Patricia

Hinds, Joseph

Hinrichsen, Chester

Kopsho, Kevin

Lockard, Evalyn

McGonigle, Helen

Mitton, Dorothy

O'Bryan, Ewell

Pearson, Helen

Rohacek, Libuse

Sohayda, Lydia

Thompson, Curtis

Evalyn Lockard, 92

ESCONDIDO - Evalyn M. Lockard, 92, died Monday, Feb. 26, 2007.

Born Feb. 28, 1914, in Detroit, Kan., she lived in Escondido for 48 years. She retired in 1974 as a dispatcher for the Escondido Police Department. She was a member of the Escondido Eastern Star. She enjoyed sewing, baking, cake decorating, knitting, crocheting and traveling.

Mrs. Lockard was preceded in death by her husband, Franklin O. Lockard, in 1988. She is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, Gary and Lynda Lockard of Valley Center; daughter and son-in-law Carolyn and Rupert Knowles of Escondido; brother Gerald McDonald of Las Vegas; three grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren.

A graveside service is scheduled for 1 p.m. Friday, March 2, at Oak Hill Memorial Park, 2640 Glenridge Road in Escondido with the Rev. Richard Huls officiating.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to a charity of choice.

Alhiser-Comer Mortuary is handling arrangements.

Gloria Angel, 75

SAN MARCOS - Gloria Lea Angel, 75, died Saturday, Feb. 24, 2007, at a local convalescent home.

Born April 11, 1931, in El Centro, she lived in San Diego County since 1968. She was a homemaker for 58 years.

Mrs. Angel was preceded in death by her husband, Calvin Angel, in 2004; and grandson Travis L. Angel in 1995. She is survived by her son, Bob Angel of San Marcos; daughter and son-in-law Linda and Tom Angel of Wasilla, Alaska; brother and sister-in-law Jack and Judy Corley of Escondido; sisters and brothers-in-law Teddy and Darrell Rose of Vista and Terry and Carman Veltrie of San Marcos; five grandchildren; and 12 great-grandchildren.

Visitation and viewing are scheduled from 5 to 8 p.m. Thursday, March 1, at Allen Bros. Mortuary, San Marcos Chapel. A graveside service will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, March 2, at San Marcos Cemetery with the Rev. Dan Daugherty officiating.

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

Patricia Heider, 88

ELMHURST, Ill. - Patricia O'Connell McGinnis Heider, 88, died of cancer Friday, Feb. 23, 2007, in Carlsbad.

Born July 14, 1918, in Chicago, she lived in Elmhurst for 65 years. She was a director of the American Red Cross.

Mrs. Heider was preceded in death by her first husband, John P. McGinnis, second husband, G. Rilsy Crane; and daughter Kathleen Connon, in 2004.

She is survived by her husband of 28 years, Charles Heider of Elmhurst; daughter Patricia Dalsin of Carlsbad; five grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren.

Visitation is scheduled from 2 to 9 p.m. Sunday, March 4, at Gibbon Funeral Home in Elmhurst.

A Mass will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Monday, March 5, at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Elmhurst with the Rev. James Murphy officiating. Burial will be at the Queen of Heaven Cemetery in Hillside, Ill.

The family suggests donations to the Autism Society.

Oceanside Mortuary is handling arrangements.

Ralph Haskett, 75

ENCINITAS - Ralph "Scotty" Haskett, 75, died of Alzheimer's disease Thursday, Feb. 22, 2007, at Manor Care.

Born Sept. 16, 1931, in Dundee, Scotland, he lived in Encinitas for 46 years. He was the owner of Ascot Electric for 41 years. He studied to become an electrical engineer at Dundee Technical College. He served in the British navy. He was a member of Alcoholics Anonymous for 22 years. He was a volunteer at Scripps McDonald Center for 19 years.

Mr. Haskett was preceded in death by his wife, Wendy Haskett, in 2006. He is survived by his sons and daughter-in-law, Gordy Haskett and Craig and Jennifer Haskett; and one grandchild.

A memorial service is scheduled for 3 p.m. Saturday, March 3, at Olivenhain Meeting Hall in Encinitas.

Betty Fidiam, 80

OCEANSIDE - Betty Jean Fidiam, 80, died Friday, Feb. 23, 2007.

Born Nov. 28, 1926, in Denver, she lived in Oceanside for 14 years. She worked for Westinghouse for 33 years. She was a member of the Foursquare Organization, and the Hope Chapel of Oceanside.

Ms. Fidiam was preceded in death by her brothers, Victor Fidiam, in 1988 and William Fidiam in 1987; and sister Jean Fidiam in 1984. She is survived by her sisters, Barbara Culberston of Oceanside and Ruth Plett of Killeen, Texas.

Visitation is scheduled from 4 to 8 p.m. Thursday, March 1, at Eternal Hills Mortuary, 1999 El Camino Real in Oceanside. A funeral service will be held at 1 p.m. Friday, March 2, at Hope Chapel of Oceanside, 506 S. Navada in Oceanside. Interment will follow at Eternal Hills Memorial Park.

Eternal Hills Mortuary is handling arrangements.

Helen McGonigle, 79

OCEANSIDE - Helen Roberts McGonigle, 79, died Sunday, Feb. 25, 2007, at Tri-City Medical Center.

Born July 30, 1927, in Southerland, Neb., she lived in Oceanside for four years. She retired in 1990 from Albertson's grocery.

Mrs. McGonigle is survived by her son; Richard Pedigo of Seattle; daughter-in-law Debi Compton of San Marcos; daughter and son-in-law Natalia Pedigo of Seattle and Paul Compton of San Marcos; and four grandchildren.

Viewing is scheduled from 4 to 8 p.m today, Feb. 28, at Eternal Hills Mortuary, 1999 El Camino Real in Oceanside. A memorial service will be held at 10 a.m. Thursday, March 1, at Eternal Hills Mortuary. Burial will be Saturday, March 3, at Green Acres Mortuary in Scottsdale, Ariz.

Eternal Hills Mortuary is handling arrangements.

Lydia Sohayda, 95

OCEANSIDE - Lydia Sohayda, 95, died Thursday, Feb. 22, 2007, in Vista.

Born Jan. 12, 1912, in San Bernadino, she lived in Oceanside for 52 years. She retired in 1991 from the La Costa Resort and Spa.

Mrs. Sohayda was preceded in death by her husband, Louis Sohayda, in 1975. She is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, Richard and Karen Sohayda of Oceanside; and grandson Adam D. Sohayda of Oceanside.

Visitation is scheduled from 4 to 8 p.m. Friday, March 2, at Eternal Hills Mortuary. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, March 3, at Calvary Chapel in Oceanside.

Eternal Hills Mortuary is handling arrangements.

Kevin Kopsho, 39

FALLBROOK - Kevin M. Kopsho, 39, died Tuesday, Jan. 23, 2007.

Born Oct. 24, 1967, in Orange, he lived in Fallbrook for four years.

Mr. Kopsho was preceded in death by his parents, Joseph and Charlene Kopsho. He is survived by his brothers and sister-in-law, Maxwell and Christine Kopsho of Sugar Hill, Ga., Bernard X. Kopsho of Bonsall, and Mark A. Kopsho and Charles J. Kopsho, both of Oceanside; and sister and brother-in-law Margaret and Harry Gaugh of Jamul.

Private interment is planned.

Berry-Bell & Hall Mortuary is handling arrangements.

Chester Hinrichsen, 87

SAN MARCOS - Chester "Chuck" Frank Hinrichsen, 87, died Wednesday, Feb. 21, 2007, at his home.

Born July 17, 1919, in Lewellen, Neb., he lived in San Marcos for eight years. He retired after seven years as delivery supervisor for the laundry department at Jet Propulsion Labs in Pasadena. He was a truck driver for many years. He served in the U.S. Army during World War II as a Tech. 5. He was a member of St. Mark's Catholic Church, and a past member of the Elks Lodge in Tehachapi.

Mr. Hinrichsen was preceded in death by his daughter, Barbara Bunch. He is survived by his wife of 31 years, Norma L. Hinrichsen of San Marcos; daughter Doris Russell ; stepdaughters Cheryl L. Emmons of Mesa, Ariz., Laura A. Perry of Fullerton and Florence Griffin of Orange; stepsons Terry Hinrichsen of Yuma, Ariz., Joseph C. Vester of San Marcos, Alan F. Vester of Placentia, Mark Vester of Hesperia and Brian M. Vester of Van Nuys; four grandchildren; and one great-grandson.

Viewing is scheduled from 5 to 8 p.m. and rosary recited at 7 p.m. today, Feb. 28, at Allen Bros. Mortuary, San Marcos Chapel, 435 N. Twin Oaks Valley Road with Sr. Sheila Collins officiating. A Mass will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Thursday, March 1, at St. Mark's Catholic Church, 1147 Discovery St. in San Marcos with the Rev. George Dunkley officiating. Burial with military honors will follow at 2:15 p.m. at Riverside National Cemetery, 22495 Van Buren Blvd. in Riverside.

The family suggests donations to Elizabeth Hospice, 150 W. Crest St., Escondido, CA 92025, or St. Marks' Catholic Church Building Fund, 1147 Discovery St., San Marcos, CA 92078.

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

Helen Pearson, 76

POWAY - Helen Joanne Pearson, 76, died Monday, Feb. 26, 2007.

Born Aug. 11, 1930, in Fort Thomas, Ky., she lived in Poway for 40 years. She enjoyed traveling.

Mrs. Pearson is survived by her husband of 41 years, Joseph Pearson of Poway; sons Michael Pearson of La Canada, Richard Goodson of Atlanta, and Robert Jaye Goodson of San Diego; daughters Kelly Jo Kishmarton and Linda Lane, both of Cleveland; brother Bob Hoskin of Mogadore, Ohio; 13 grandchildren; and 27 great-grandchildren.

A memorial service will be held at a later date. A private cremation is planned.

The family suggests donations to the American Cancer Society, 2655 Camino del Rio North, Suite 100, San Diego, CA 92128.

Poway-Bernardo Mortuary is handling arrangements.

Ewell O'Bryan Jr., 85

CARLSBAD - Ewell "Tex" O'Bryan Jr., 85, died Friday, Feb. 23, 2007, at his home.

Born July 27, 1921, in El Paso, Texas, he lived in Rancho Carlsbad since 1986. He was president of a fraternity at Purdue University, where he received a bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, and played tackle for the Boilermakers.

He served in the 124th Armored Battalion in the European Theater during World War II. He was awarded the Purple Heart and the Bronze Star.

He was a sales engineer for Federal Bearings, a bowling alley proprietor in Oregon, and a sales representative of Bowling Proprietors' Association of America. He enjoyed traveling, sports and bridge. He was a Cubs fan.

Mr. O'Bryan is survived by his companion, Lynn Feuer; sister Virginia O'Bryan Smith; daughters Christina Washington O'Bryan and Mary Carol O'Bryan; stepson John S. Downs; six grandchildren; and 13 great-grandchildren.

A memorial service is scheduled for 1:30 p.m. Friday, March 2, at the Rancho Carlsbad Clubhouse.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to Vitas Hospice Charitable Fund, 9655 Granite Ridge Drive, Suite 300, San Diego, CA 92123, or the City of Hope, P.O. Box 60409, Los Angeles, CA 90060-0409.

Curtis Thompson, 78

SAN DIEGO - Curtis Eugene Thompson, 78, died Tuesday, Feb. 13, 2007.

Born Oct. 4, 1928, in Clarendon, Texas, he lived in San Diego for six years. He retired in 1993 from the Boeing Co. He was a member of the First Baptist Church of San Diego, the La Jolla Music Society, the Curator's Club and the San Diego Museum of Art.

Mr. Thompson was preceded in death by his brother, Jimmy Eugene Thompson, in 1994. He is survived by his wife of 39 years, Lilian Thompson of San Diego.

A memorial service is schedule for 10:30 a.m. Friday, March 2, at the Las Pampas Room in the La Jolla Village Towers with Dr. Scott Furrow officiating.

Accu-Care Cremation Center is handling arrangements.

Libuse Rohacek, 82

VISTA - Libuse Rohacek, 82, died Monday, Feb. 19, 2007, at Tri-City Medical Center.

She was born Dec. 30, 1924, in Czechoslovakia. She was a homemaker.

No services are planned.

The family suggests donations to R.C. Czech Mission, 344 Koch Ave., Placentia, CA 92870.

Accu-Care Cremation Center is handling arrangements.

Dorothy Mitton, 81

VALLEY CENTER - Dorothy Yvonne Mitton, 81, died Friday, Feb. 23, 2007, at her home.

Born Feb. 26, 1925, in San Francisco, she lived in the Escondido area since 1959. She retired in 1993 from San Diego Gas & Electric. She enjoyed gardening and feeding the birds.

Mrs. Mitton is survived by her daughters and son-in-law, Angela and Kenny Goldberg, Carol Mitton and Laura Kendall, all of Valley Center; son and daughter-in-law Patrick and Sena Mitton of Selma, Ore.; brother George Edwards of San Francisco; partner Jackie Wolfe of San Francisco; and three grandchildren.

California Funeral Alternatives is handling arrangements.

Jacques Dezavelle, 75

MAGDALENA, N.M. -- Dr. Jacques J. Dezavelle, 75, died of myocardial infarction Sunday, Feb. 4, 2007, in Socorro, N.M.

Born March 16, 1931, in Paris, he lived in Magdalena for four years. He retired in 1999 as a chiropractor. He practiced in Encinitas for 20 years. He was in the French military and served in the High Mountain Commandos and was stationed in Austria. He was a member of the Self-Realization Fellowship.

Dr. Dezavelle was preceded in death by his father, Jean Francoise Dezavelle, in 1940. He is survived by his wife of 41 years, Caroll Dezavelle of Magdalena; mother Jeanne Briquet of Antibes, France; and son and daughter-in-law Michael and Susan Dezavelle of Edgewood, N.M.

A memorial service will be held in Magdalena at a later date. Cremation has taken place.

William Groscup, 65

VISTA - William "Bill" Frank Groscup, 65, died of cancer Thursday, Feb. 22, 2007.

Born Feb. 23, 1941, in San Pedro, he lived in Vista since 1972. He was a firefighter for 27 years at Station 36 in Carson.

Mr. Groscup was preceded in death by his parents, Ben and Helene Groscup; and sister Barbara Bassett. He is survived by his wife, Kristine; sons and daughters-in-law Erik Groscup and Kathy Phillips and Kurt and Jennifer Groscup; sister Mary Keller; brother and sister-in-law Ben "Sonny" and Chris Groscup, Dick and Lil Groscup and Mike and Sue Groscup; and two grandchildren.

Joseph Hinds, 86

REDDING - Joseph Hinds, 86, died Thursday, Feb. 22, 2007, at his home.

Born in 1920, in Delta,

Colo., he lived in Fallbrook for 43 years. He served in the U.S. Army Air Corps during World War II. He had a 30-year career in air traffic control. He was a Republican.

Mr. Hinds was preceded in death by his wife of 48 years, Bette Hinds, in 1995. He is survived by his daughter and son-in-law, Toni and Bill Johnsons of Syracuse, Indiana; sons and daughter-in-law Joseph Hinds of Fallbrook, and Steve and Pati Hinds of Redding; seven grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.

John Baur, 97

RANCHO BERNARDO - John Christian Baur, 97, died Sunday, Feb. 25, 2007, in San Diego.

Born Nov. 6, 1909, in New York City, he lived in Rancho Bernardo for 36 years. He was an artist and a craftsman. He was a volunteer at the Aerospace Museum. He was a member of the Experimental Aircraft Association.

Mr. Baur was preceded in death by his wife, Dorris Baur, in 1997. He is survived by his daughter, Bonnie Miller of Poway; and grandchildren Henry and Hudson Miller.

A graveside service is scheduled for 2 p.m. Thursday, March 1, at Dearborn Cemetery in Poway.

The family suggests donations to the Nature Conservancy, 4245 N. Fairfax Drive, Suite 100, Arlington, VA 22203-1606.

Poway-Bernardo Mortuary is handling arrangements.

Michael Entringer, 50

OCEANSIDE - Michael Gerald Entringer, 50, died Wednesday, Feb. 21, 2007.

Born July 11, 1956, in Milwaukee, he lived in Oceanside for 13 years. He served in the U.S. Marine Corps.

Mr. Entringer was preceded in death by his parents, Gertrude Audrey Ewaldt and Gerald Entringer.

He is survived by his wife of seven years, Sherry A. Entringer of Oceanside; brother Ray Madsen of Menominee, Mich.; and sister Terry Hanson of Menominee.

A memorial service is scheduled for 3 p.m. Saturday, March 17, at the Oceanside Seventh-day Adventist Church, 1943 California St. with the Rev. Edward Dopp officiating.

Private inurnment at Rosecrans National Cemetery is planned.

The family suggests donations to Mission San Luis Rey Parish Social Concerns, 4070 Mission Ave., Oceanside, CA 92057.

Direct Cremation is handling arrangements.

Thomas Fitzgerald, 83

SAN DIEGO - Thomas Joseph Fitzgerald, 83, died Friday, Feb. 23, 2007.

Born July 9, 1923, in Yonkers, N.Y., he lived in San Diego for 15 years. He retired in 1987 after 40 years as an accountant. He served in the U.S. Army Air Corps during World War II. He was a cryptographer in southern Italy during World War II. He was a volunteer with Neighborhood Watch. He enjoyed sailing, crossword puzzles and reading.

Mr. Fitzgerald is survived by his wife of 54 years, Marie Fitzgerald of San Diego; daughters and sons-in-law Joan Fitzgerald and Ann Fitzgerald, both of San Diego, Marie and Frank Drummond of Colorado, and Celia and Matthew Johnston of Pennsylvania; son and daughter-in-law Thomas and Terese Fitzgerald of Connecticut; and five grandchildren.

A Mass will be celebrated at 1 p.m. Friday, March 2, at San Rafael Catholic Church, 17252 Bernardo Center Drive in Rancho Bernardo.

The family suggests donations to St. Vincent de Paul Village, 3350 E St., San Diego, CA 92102.

California Funeral Alternatives is handling arrangements.

Ellen Goetz, 93

NORTHRIDGE - Ellen Goetz, 93, died Saturday, Feb. 10, 2007, at Brighton Gardens Retirement Home. She lived in Escondido previously.

Mrs. Goetz was preceded in death by her husband of 64 years, Ward Goetz, in 2001. She is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, John and Bonnie Goetz of Woodland Hills; grandchildren Johnny and Heidi Goetz of Mammoth Lake, Jim and Assia Goetz of Los Angeles and Krissie Goetz of Santa Barbara; and one great-grandson.

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Dorothy Mitton, 81

Dorothy Yvonne Mitton, 81, died of smoking related illness on Friday, February 23, 2007, just three days shy of her 82nd birthday. She was at home in Valley Center with her children and grandchildren. She has lived in the Escondido area since 1959.

Born February 26, 1925, she was a third generation San Francisican, born to her beloved father, George Edwards and mother Ellen Holt Edwards. After a divorce and raising a family, she worked for San Diego Gas & Electric, retiring in 1993. Her dedication and professionalism was reflected in the fact that she never missed a day in 23 years with the company.

Dorothy is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Angela and Kenny Goldberg; daughter Carol Mitton; daughter Laura Kendall, all of Valley Center; her son and daughter-in-law, Patrick and Sena Mitton of Selma, Oregon; her grandsons, Jon and

Brian Fleming; and granddaughter Geneva Goldberg also of Valley Center; and her brother and partner, George Edwards and Jackie Wolfe of San Francisco.

Dorothy was known as a gracious woman who loved her family. She enjoyed retirement in her garden, feeding the many birds who came to visit. She will be missed by her family and friends. California Funeral Alternatives is handling arrangements.

William Frank Groscup

Feb. 23, 1941 - Feb. 22, 2007

"Bill" was born and raised in San Pedro, California, and attended San Pedro High School. He excelled in swimming and water polo and that is where he met his future wife, Kristine Bernsten. After graduating in 1958 he still remained in the San Pedro area working as a lifeguard, but he knew what his future was, and that was to become a firefighter. He met that goal in 1967 graduating from the fire academy and proudly starting work at Station 36 in Carson. His fellow firefighters all respected his work ethic and could not wait to go to work with Bill because he just made the job fun. Practical jokes and laughter were the order of the day but when people's lives were in danger there was no better man to be by your side than Bill. Many stories are told of him holding strong in the midst of out of control wildfires and saving the men and families around him. In 1972 he moved his family to Vista, Calif., and has lived there ever since except for a brief recreational visit to Page, Arizona, for four years. He still drove to work in Carson because that is where he loved to work and after 27 years of

dedicated service he decided to hang up his boots and turnouts. In 1998 Bill was stricken by cancer but his strong will to live and his faith in God pushed him even harder to conquer this demon. With tremendous courage and skilled doctors he fought to stay alive and with this fight he was able to see both his sons get married and the birth of two beautiful granddaughters. Bill was surpassed in death by his parents, Ben and Helene Groscup and his sister, Barbara Bassett. He is survived by his wife, Kristine; sons Erik Groscup and Kathy Phillips, Kurt Groscup and wife Jennifer; brothers Ben "Sonny" Groscup, wife Chris, Dick Groscup, wife Lil, Mike Groscup, wife Sue, sister Mary Keller, father-in-law and mother-in-law Walter and Mary Bernsten; granddaughters Madisen and Jorden; along with many nieces and nephews. All that knew him will miss his strength, smile and laughter.

Joseph Hinds

Joseph Hinds died peacefully at home in Redding, February 22, 2007, with family present. Although his body was failing, his mind was sharp to the end. He was a quiet mannered and truly selfless man, a genuine gentleman, who loved sports, traveling, and especially the California shoreline.

Born in Delta, Colorado, in 1920, he survived the Great Depression and later served in the Army Air Corp during WWII. He had a 30 year career in air traffic control. As a Republican he believed in the traditional values of Middle America. He was a loving husband and father married 48 years until the death of his wife, Bette, in 1995. His heart was in North County San Diego having resided in Fallbrook for 43 years. But he lived his last five years in the north state alternating between Redding and Smith River so as to be close to his son and daughter-in-law. He loved the beach.

He is survived by a daughter, Toni Johnson and son-in-law Bill Johnson of Syracuse, Indiana, a son Joseph of Fallbrook, and a son Steve and daughter-in-law Pati of Redding, seven grandchildren, and two great-grandchildren. He loved and in return was loved by many. He will be terribly missed.

Ellen Goetz

Ellen Goetz of Northridge, Calif., formerly of Escondido, died on February 10, 2007, at the Brighton Gardens Retirement Home. She was 93 years old.

She is survived by her son, John Goetz (Bonnie) of Woodland Hills, Calif., grandson Johnny Goetz (Heidi) of Mammoth Lakes, Calif., grandson Jim Goetz (Assia) of Los Angeles, Calif., granddaughter Krissie Goetz of Santa Barbara, Calif., and great-grandson Nick Goetz of Los Angeles, Calif. She was preceded in death by her husband of 64 years in 2001, Ward Goetz.

John Y. Ogata

December 21, 1932 - February 19, 2007

John Y. Ogata, 74, of Fallbrook was with his family when he passed away on February 19. He was born in Kauai, Hawaii, and served in the U.S. Army. He retired from Los Angeles County as an electrical supervisor.

Survivors include his wife,

Violet; daughters Lori and Joni; sons Burt and Roger; 11 grandchildren; and one great-grandson.

Services: Noon Thursday, March 1, at the Fallbrook United Methodist Church.

Arrangements: North County Cremation Service.

Ewell O'Bryan Jr.

Ewell "Tex" O'Bryan, Jr., 85, husband of the late Simone Auble O'Bryan, died Friday, February 23, 2007, at home in Rancho Carlsbad, where he has lived since 1986. Born to Ewell O'Bryan and Loraine Lacy O'Bryan on July 27, 1921, in El Paso, Texas, Mr. O'Bryan's family moved when he was 11 to Terre Haute, Indiana, where he graduated with honors from Wiley High School in 1939. He was president of his fraternity at Purdue University and played tackle for the Boilermakers. His college career was interrupted by World War II, when he served in the 124th Armored Battalion in the European Theater and earned a Purple Heart. Though he never mentioned it, he was awarded the Bronze Star for guiding an infantry crew to safety despite being wounded himself.

After the war, Mr. O'Bryan returned to Purdue, where he obtained a bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering. He became a sales engineer for Federal Bearings in California, a bowling alley proprietor in Oregon, and a representative for the Bowling Proprietors, Association of America before returning to the ball bearing industry as a sales engineer for Industrial Tectonics. His work took him to the East Coast, where he met his wife, Simone, and then back to the West Coast, where he spent the rest of his career as well as his retirement. In his work and trips to see family, he crisscrossed the country, ultimately visiting 49 of the 50 states. An avid sports fan, Mr. O'Bryan followed football, golf and baseball, and he always rooted for the Cubs. He also had fantastic card sense - bridge was a favorite.

Mr. O'Bryan was devoted to his family and friends. He rarely forgot a birthday or anniversary or to thank someone else for their kindness. He is survived by a sister, Virginia O'Bryan Smith; daughters Christina Washington O'Bryan and Mary Carol O'Bryan; one stepson John S. Downs; six grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; myriad nieces and nephews; an extended family of friends and, not least, his beloved companion, Lynn Feuer.

A memorial service is planned for March 2, 2007, at the Rancho Carlsbad Clubhouse at 1:30 p.m.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to Vitas Hospice Charitable Fund, 9655 Granite Ridge Drive, Suite 300, San Diego, California 92123, or the City of Hope, P.O. Box 60409, Los Angeles, CA 90060-0409.

Clyde George Murphy

SUN CITY - Clyde George Murphy, 79, died Friday, Feb. 23, 2007, in Murrieta.

Born Feb. 23, 1928, in Donohue, Pa., he lived in Sun City for nine years. He served in the U.S. Army from 1947 to 1951. He enjoyed woodworking, golfing, fishing and watching old movies.

Mr. Murphy is survived by his wife of 56 years, Shirley Murphy of Sun City; son and daughter-in-law, Randy and Julie Murphy of Charlotte, N.C.; daughters and sons-in-law Catherine and Steven Moran of Tempe, Ariz., Sheree and Craig Willcut of Reno, Nev., and Mary and Rick Youngquist of Canyon Lake; brothers and sisters-in-law William and Ann Murphy of Greensburg, Pa., Paul Murphy of Ohio, Thomas and Sharon Murphy of Texas, and Albert and Joann of Pennsylvania; nine grandchildren; and 13 great-grandchildren.

A memorial service is scheduled for 11 a.m. Friday, March 2, at Miller-Jones Mortuary & Crematory in Sun City. Private inurnment at Menifee Valley Memorial Park is planned.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to Southwest Healthcare Auxiliary, 25500 Medical Center Drive, Murrieta, CA 92562.

Miller-Jones is handling arrangements.

Correction: Greta Dietz, 74

SAN MARCOS - Greta Ruth Dietz, 74, died Wednesday, Feb. 21, 2007, in Escondido.

Born March 20, 1932, in Blind River, Ontario, Canada, she lived in San Marcos for one year. She lived in Escondido previously. She was a caregiver at board and care home and nursing homes.

She was an organist and pianist for Emmanuel Faith Community Church for many years.

Mrs. Dietz was preceded in death by her husband, Ray Dietz, in 1994.

She is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Rene and Richard Redifer of Escondido; sons and daughter-in-law Randy and Jolynn Dietz of Sacramento and Ricky Dietz of Ramona; brother Dana Nelson of Eureka; sisters Anne Teboe of San Jose and Rebecca Evans of Sacramento; seven grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren.

A celebration of life service is scheduled for 2 p.m. Thursday, March 1, at Emmanuel Faith Community Church, 639 E. Felicita Ave. in Escondido.

Interment will be at Eternal Hills Memorial Park in Oceanside.

The family suggests donations to Emmanuel Faith Community for Global Outreach Missions, 639 E. Felicita Ave., Escondido, CA 92025.

California Funeral Alternatives in Escondido is handling arrangements.

In Memoriam

Aaron Alexander

04/18/1916 - 02/28/2006

Popski, Alzheimer's took you away from your devoted family. You left a hole in our lives that can never be replaced. The last few years were emotionally painful for you and for us, the people who loved and cared for you.

Married for 68 years, you were a most wonderful husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather, always ready to give and receive hugs and kisses.

We miss you Popski, love from Rita, Adrienne and the rest of your family.