Douglas Lassig, 49

HEMET -- Douglas Lassig, 49, died Wednesday, April 7, 2004, at his home.

Born Nov. 7, 1954, in Wisconsin, he lived in Hemet for 12 years. He lived in Temecula from 1986 to 1992. He was a self-employed contractor for 30 years. He had an associate's degree. He enjoyed gardening, woodworking, riding his Harley, reading; animals and history.

Mr. Lassig was preceded in death by his father, Orville Lassig, in 1977. He is survived by his wife of 12 years, Robbyn Miller-Lassig of Hemet; mother, Dorothy Lassig of Minnesota; stepsons Steven Richards and Lucas Miller, both of Hemet; stepdaughter, Shannon Miller of Hemet; brothers and sisters-in-law David and Donna Lassig of Minnesota, Dennis and Gloria Lassig of North Dakota, Don and Michele Lassig of Temecula, and Daniel and Claire Lassig of Oakland; sisters and brothers-in-law Carol and Ken Siems of Minnesota, Cathy and Jay Lorenz of Alaska, and Cherie and Rick Langreck of Iowa; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Visitation is scheduled from 10 a.m. to noon and funeral service at noon Tuesday, April 13, at McWane Family Funeral Home in Hemet. Interment will follow at San Jacinto Valley Cemetery. The Rev. Skip McComas will be officiating.

The family suggests donations to St. Jude's Children's Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105.

McWane Family Funeral Home in Hemet is handling arrangements.

Luella Degerman, 92

LAKE ELSINORE -- Luella Lepine Degerman, 92, died Tuesday, April 6, 2004, at Menifee Valley Medical Center of natural causes.

Born Oct. 7, 1911, in Welcome, Minn., she lived in Lake Elsinore for 31 years. She retired as a bookkeeper in 2001 from Morrow Plumbing. She was a bookkeeper for Sammy Winston for 23 years. She received a master's degree from the University of Minnesota. She was an officer of the Lake Elsinore Woman's Club for 20 years, where she served as president from 1984 to 1986. She was a member of the DeAnza District Board for 19 years.

Mrs. Degerman is survived by her brothers Eddie Lepine and Roy Lepine; grandson, Lois Angel of Lake Elsinore; and cousins Donna and Allen Welcome of Sun City.

A memorial service is scheduled for 1 p.m. Tuesday, April 13, at 113 N. Kellogg St. in Lake Elsinore.

Evans-Brown Mortuary in Lake Elsinore is handling arrangements.

Louise Fuller, 85

OCEANSIDE - Louise Lawrence Fuller, 85, died Wednesday, April 7, 2004, at Palomar Medical Center.

Born Aug. 17, 1918, in Red River, Texas, she lived in Oceanside for 10 years.

She was an independent writer.

Mrs. Fuller is survived by her husband of 10 years, Leonard Fuller of Oceanside; sons and daughters-in-law Michael and Cheryl Lawrence of Oceanside and Jim and Teresa Lawrence of California; brother and sister-in-law Earl and Jadine Hand of California; sister Marie Owens of Texas; grandchild Elizabeth; and one great-grandchild.

Visitation is scheduled from 4:30 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, April 13, at Eternal Hills Mortuary.

A funeral service will be held at 10 a.m. Wednesday, April 14, at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 3990 Mesa Drive in Oceanside with Bishop Bruce Randall officiating.

Burial will follow at Eternal Hills Memorial Park.

Eternal Hills Mortuary is handling arrangements.

Michael Geranio, 74

OCEANSIDE - Michael Geranio, 74, died Saturday, April 3, 2004, at his home.

He was born April 7, 1929, in Oakland.

Mr. Geranio is survived by his wife, Dannie Geranio of Oceanside; son Joe Geranio; daughters Debbie and Cindy; brother Louie; sisters Nellie and Frances; seven grandchildren; and one great-grandchild.

Private services are planned.

Cremation Services Inc. in Vista is handling arrangements.

Jane Harrison, 76

ESCONDIDO - Jane Margaret Harrison, 76, died Wednesday, March 10, 2004.

She was born Jan. 11, 1928, in Yuba City, she was a homemaker.

Mrs. Harrison is survived by her husband of 57 years, William A. Harrison of Escondido; son William A. Harrison Jr. of Escondido; daughter Jill A. Harrison of Brownstown, Mich.; sister Evelyn Greensburg of Dexter, Ore.; grandchildren Holly, Aaron and Jeremy; and two great-grandchildren.

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

Simple Tribute is handling arrangements.

Carlton McWilliams, 84

FALLBROOK - Carlton Lewis McWilliams, 84, died Thursday, April 1, 2004, at his home.

Born May 3, 1919, in Genesee, Ill., he lived in Fallbrook for 28 years. He retired in 1976 from Hughes Aircraft Co. He served in the U.S. Navy during World War II. He was a chief engineer for the Air Force Flight Test Center at Edwards Air Force Base from 1951 to 1954. He was a board member and treasurer of Fallbrook People to People. He received a bachelor's degree in civil engineering from Rose Polytechnic Institute in 1941 in mechanical engineer in 1947 and a master's degree in 1949.

Mr. McWilliams is survived by his wife of 62 years, Abbie McWilliams of Fallbrook; daughters and sons-in-law Pamela Kathleen and David Baca of Corrales, N.M., and Valentina Louise Kay and Mike Kendall of San Antonio; four grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren.

His cremains will be scattered at sea.

The family suggests donations to Fallbrook People to People, 140 Mission Road, Fallbrook, CA 92028 or Fallbrook Hospice, 624 E. Elder, Fallbrook, CA 92028.

Simple Tribute is handling arrangements.

Mary Whitmire, 93

ESCONDIDO - Mary Subina Whitmire, 93, died Monday, April 5, 2004.

Born Dec. 7, 1910, in Carthidge, Mo., she lived in Escondido for six years. She was a laboratory technician in agricultural research.

Mrs. Whitmire is survived by two daughters; two sisters; three brothers; 11 grandchildren; 24 great-grandchildren; and 14 great-great-grandchildren.

A graveside service is scheduled for 2 p.m. Friday, April 16, at Oak Hill Memorial Park, 2640 Glenridge Road in Escondido.

California Funeral Alternatives in Escondido is handling arrangements.

Mary Economidis, 89

LAKE SAN MARCOS - Mary B. Economidis, 89, died Wednesday, April 7, 2004.

Born Nov. 14, 1914, in Karpathas, Greece, she lived in Lake San Marcos for five years. She was a member of St. Constantine and Helen Greek Orthodox Church.

Mrs. Economidis was preceded in death by her husband, William Economidis, in 1977; and son Michael Economidis in 1966.

She is survived by her daughter, Clara Zograph of Lake San Marcos; three sisters; and grandchildren James and Maria.

Viewing is scheduled for 11 a.m. and funeral service at noon, Tuesday, April 13, at St. Constantine and Helen Greek Orthodox Church.

Eternal Hills Mortuary is handling arrangements.

Andrea Mingione, 86

ESCONDIDO - Andrea Leone Mingione, 86, died Tuesday, March 30, 2004, at Palomar Medical Center of congestive heart failure.

Born Sept. 23, 1917, in Pomigliano D'Arco, Napoli, Italy, he lived in Escondido for 28 years.

He retired in January 1996 after 70 years as an antique restorer.

Mr. Mingione is survived by his wife of 52 years, Santia Mingione of Escondido; sons Andrew Mingione of Oceanside and Anthony Mingione of Charleston, S.C.; daughter Lynn Mingione of Valley Center; and grandchildren Adam, Nicholas and Eva.

Services took place on April 2, at Eternal Hills in Oceanside.

Another service will take place in Italy, where his cremains will be scattered in Ischia, Italy.

Eternal Hills Mortuary handled arrangements.

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Ernest Zeno

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Ernest "Ernie" Zeno died peacefully on April 3, 2004, in Encinitas, California, after a lengthy illness.

Ernie was born in Waltham, Massachusetts, the fourth son of Italian immigrant parents who had been interred at Ellis Island during World War I.

Ernie attended Waltham High School, where he was recognized not only as an outstanding student but also as an all-star in swimming, track, gymnastics, the shot put and football.

Ernie's high school summer months were spent at Walden Pond, in Concord, Mass., where he served as a public lifeguard. Ernie attended Boston College during his freshman year on a football scholarship, but soon transferred to the University of Nevada on a more appealing scholarship to play for the "Wolf Packs."

Continuing to set records on the football field, Ernie was scouted by Arizona State College and picked up on a full football scholarship, where he starred for four years as a running back, linebacker and fullback for the Arizona "Sun Devils."

Ernie earned his teaching credential from San Diego State University and was signed on in 1956 as a U.S. and world history teacher, track coach and later as head football coach at San Dieguito High School.

His personal philosophy, which he made certain those around him never forgot, "When the going gets tough, the tough get going" also drove his coaching philosophy. Coach Zeno led the San Dieguito High School Mustangs to the CIF (Avocado League) playoffs three consecutive years.

Later, accused of being "too tough" by the administration, Ernie was relieved of his coaching assignment. He was quick to inform the administration that he was running a football team, not a ladies' "garden party." "Playing third stringers does not make a winning team" he was fond of saying. Always outspoken and unwavering liberal, Ernie was an advocate for the disadvantaged, making it his focus to assist young people, urging them towards a higher education and excellence.

A vociferous advocate for teacher's rights, Ernie served for many years as the chief negotiator with the Teachers' Labor Union and the school district. An equally demanding classroom history teacher, Ernie is remembered for his vast knowledge of world affairs, U.S. history and ancient history and his keen intellect.

Ernie traveled extensively in Western Europe, accruing more than two dozen trips abroad before he became too ill to travel.

In 1983, he and his family acquired a Fulbright Scholarship to Lea Bridge, Derbyshire, UK, where he coached at the Anthony Gell Comprehensive School in Wirkswirth, Derbyshire, UK. His son, Joel, also attended Anthony Gell, where his father was assigned. During that academic year, Ernie and his family resided in the original, three hundred year old home of Florence Nightingale.

Following his retirement from the San Dieguito Union High School District, Ernie made his home variously in Port Angeles, Wash., Boise, Idaho, and Las Vegas.

His four children, Joel Zeno of Venice, Calif., Thor Asgardson of Encinitas, Stephanie Zeno of Cardiff, and Gregory Zeno of Santee, as well as his former wife, Joan Zeno of Encinitas, four grandchildren and dozens of nieces and nephews in the Los Angeles and Boston areas, survive Ernie.

A celebration of Ernie's life will be held April 18 from 3:30 to 6 p.m. at his daughter's home in Cardiff, Calif.

Jean Allen Wehren

Jean Allen Wehren, 84, who lived in Vista since 1949, died on January 20, 2004, after a brief illness. She was preceded in death by her husband of 59 years, Robert Wehren, in 2002.

There will be a celebration of Jean#'s life of love at the family home in Vista on Saturday, April 17, at noon. The family warmly welcomes all of Jean#'s relatives and friends to join them in honoring her. Light refreshments will be served. Parking is very limited, so please carpool.

Jean is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, Allen and Susan Wehren of Newport, Oregon; daughter Rixanne Wehren of Albion; daughter and son-in-law Jean P. Wehren and John Plumbley of Vista. Her four grandchildren are Sarah (Wehren ) Kooiker and husband Tom of Chicago; and Jeff Wehren of Eugene, Oregon, and Melinda and Matthew Wehren of Vista. Her extended family includes the Kesselheims and Hamiltons of Wyoming, and Wehrens of California.

While raising a family of three children, Jean was active in the Vista community. She loved people and was thoughtful and caring toward many. She was involved in PTA at several schools, Junior Women#'s Club, Beta Sigma Phi Sorority, Girls#, Inc., and the Whirlaways Social Club. Jean was an active member of the Christian Science Church since 1955.

Jean will be remembered for her loving interest toward her friends, the unselfish, generosity of her time for others, and her devotion to her beloved husband and family. She never complained but rather always acknowledged and appreciated whatever was good in life. She taught her children that love is most important in life.

Jean and her family enjoyed many years of camping and travel, journeying with her children and grandchildren all over the western states, and later traveling with Robert throughout the eastern states, Alaska, Canada, and Panama. She had a deep love of nature which she passed on to her children. She loved music and dancing, enjoyed gardening, and being outdoors. The home that she and Robert built together was their greatest joy. Both Jean and Robert were grateful for so many good, close friends that they had throughout the many years they lived in Vista. She will be sorely missed by all who knew her.

Dr. Daniel Kershner

Dr. Daniel C. Kershner succumbed to his battle with lung cancer on March 21, 2004, at the age of 50. Dr. Kershner leaves his mother Maria, his father Donnelley, a brother Mark and a sister Renee. Dr. Kershner showed amazing and courageous determination in dealing with his disease. His positive attitude to overcome this disease and to survive, against the greatest of odds, was a testimony to the way he lived. He sought no sympathy and did not bemoan his situation. Dano, as he was known to many, was a generous, gentle and compassionate soul. He took great pride and pleasure in his dental practice to improve people#'s appearance and oral hygiene. He dedicated himself to the highest quality of care to all of his patients, friends and family. He strove to learn and improve all aspects of his skill, his profession and his practice.

Kersh, another boyhood nickname and one he used when he sold real estate (#"Ask for Kersh"), was a lifelong student and a student of life. He was passionate about his studies and committed to overachieving. After finally graduating from UCSF in 1993 with a DDS, Dan sought opportunity back in Encinitas where his roots were and where he dreamed of setting up a high tech and modern dental practice. Years of hard work and working in many practices and facilities, Dan finally found a practice to buy in Rancho Santa Fe. He had undertaken many residencies to further his capabilities in aesthetic dentistry. His ambition and desire was to produce a smile (like his) for patients that would enhance their lives and make them proud and confident. Dr. Kershner was within weeks of finishing the complete remodel of his practice when he learned of his illness. He was unable to ever go back to work, but his care and compassion for his patients never waned.

Dr. Dan (another known nickname) was one of the most generous people I ever knew and would truly give anyone the shirt off his back. He worked in several clinics and facilities, donating his time and skill for the benefit of others, throughout his educational and professional careers. He volunteered at the UCSD Free Dental Clinic where he was instrumental in setting up the dental care for this non-profit organization. He additionally donated many hours of dental care for the homeless and working poor. Dr. Dan also traveled to many Caribbean countries, mainly the Virgin Islands, to assist and provide dental care for the needy in those countries.

Dan had a characteristic smile and a look that captured the hearts of everyone he encountered. He loved to surf, ski, dance, party, and cook, all of which he did with gusto and grace. The music he loved portrayed his life#'s pleasures of surfing, sailing, diving and sipping cuba libras on the beach. Danny traveled to many exotic places and treated the loves of his life to romantic adventures in many tropical paradises. Danny would go to great lengths and expense to show his love and adoration for the women in his life. He loved to spoil them as part of his generous and romantic nature.

Dan was the connection to many circles of friends and associates as he resided in North County for over 40 years. He attended all local schools and colleges, had worked at the Scripps Hospitals, San Diego area clinics and dental practices. He was socially active and known to so many in the area. I never knew or met anyone who didn#'t like Dan. Dan brought many people together in life and has done so again in his passing. He will continue to bring people together in his memory as we rejoice the life of a man who had it all, would give it all and left us with it all to remember and celebrate. Thanks for the memories Dano! We all love you. May you sit amongst the angels, surfing the heavens, giving us yours and

God#'s blessing as you watch over us.

There will be a memorial service to scatter Dan#'s ashes in the ocean as he wished.

Feel free to e-mail rmcclendon@mdgusa.com for details.