Nelson Cooper, 77

SUN CITY -- Nelson James Cooper, 77, died Monday, Oct. 25, 2004, at his home.

Born May 17, 1927, in Detroit, he lived in Sun City for three years. He was an engineer with General Motors Corp. for 39 years. He served in the U.S. Navy during World War II. He was a member of the United Church of Christ in Sun City, where he was active in the choir. He was a member of the North Golf Course and enjoyed playing golf.

Mr. Cooper is survived by his wife of 57 years, Anna May Cooper of Sun City; daughters Susan Ritter of Louisville, Colo., Carolyn Barnes of Redmond, Wash., and Marilyn Cooper of Hermosa Beach; brothers Charles Cooper of Tucson, Ariz., and John Cooper of Florida; and two grandchildren.

A memorial service is scheduled for 1 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 31, at the United Church of Christ in Sun City. Private interment is planned.

Miller-Jones Mortuary & Crematory in Sun City is handling arrangements.

Carmen Bernal, 67

HEMET -- Carmen Bernal, 67, died Sunday, Oct. 24, 2004, at Loma Linda Medical Center.

Born May 20, 1937, in California, she lived in Hemet for 20 years. She was a member and ambassador of the Yucaipa Chamber of Commerce. She enjoyed camping, hiking and her dog, Chiquita.

Mrs. Bernal was preceded in death by her parents Joseph and Frances Bernal. She is survived by her sons and daughters-in-law Raul and Lori Gamez of Oceanside and Greg and Kathy Gamez of San Diego; daughters and son-in-law Linda and Roger Ray of Temecula and Dani and John Kazlauskas of Calimesa; two brothers; two sisters; and eight grandchildren.

A funeral service is scheduled for 1 p.m. Friday, Oct. 29, at Stout Family Funeral Home in Temecula.

Stout Family Funeral Home is handling arrangements.

William Moore, 56

ENCINITAS - William J. Moore, 56, died Saturday, Oct. 23, 2004, at Scripps Hospital.

Born May 11, 1948, in Encinitas, he lived there all his life.

He was a merchant seaman for 25 years. He received his captain's license from the Harvey Mudd School of Seamanship.

He was a member of the Holy Name Society of St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church of Encinitas.

Mr. Moore was preceded in death by his father, Hubert A. Moore Sr., in 1980.

He is survived by his mother, Elizabeth I. Moore; brothers Buddy, Andrew, John, George and Charles; and sisters Betty Larson and Tina Nelson.

A funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Friday, Oct. 29, at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church, 1001 Encinitas Blvd., with Monsignor Timothy Harnett officiating. Interment will be in Palm Springs.

American Cremation Service is handling arrangements.

William Piercy, 87

VISTA - William Delma Piercy, 87, died Sunday, Oct. 24, 2004.

Born March 27, 1917, in Barren County, Ky., he lived in Vista for 20 years. He retired in 1982 from General Motors. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and working on motorcycles and cars.

Mr. Piercy is survived by his wife of 65 years, Alline Piercy of Vista; sons and daughter-in-law William Piercy of Long Beach and Roger and Marsha Piercy of Indianapolis; daughters and son-in-law Sharon and John Peterson of Aptos and Brenda Merritt of Indianapolis; sister Emogene Squires of Canada; nine grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren.

A graveside service is scheduled for 10:30 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 28, at Eternal Hills Memorial Park, 1999 El Camino Real in Oceanside.

A memorial service will follow at 11:30 a.m. at the Vista United Methodist Church, 409 S. Melrose in Vista with the Rev. Lynne Austin officiating.

The family suggests donations to the Vista United Methodist Church Building Fund, 409 S. Melrose, Vista, CA 92084.

Eternal Hills Mortuary is handling arrangements.

Jean Haynes, 90

POWAY - Jean Sheeley Haynes, 80, died Wednesday, Oct. 20, 2004, at her home of natural causes.

Born June 26, 1924, in Waterloo, Iowa, she lived in Poway for 26 years.

She worked for the U.S. Marshall Service. She was affiliated with the Veterans of Foreign Wars and the Hornet Aircraft Carrier Association. She was a member of the Poway Senior Center, the Retired U.S. Marshals Association and the Poway Royal Mobile Home Estates Social Club. She enjoyed traveling, swimming and walking.

Mrs. Haynes was preceded in death by her husband, Charles M. Haynes, in 2000.

She is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, Tom and Marilee Haynes of Boise, Idaho; daughters and sons-in-law Stephanie and David Moore of Twin Falls, Idaho, and Linda and Richard Root of Ramona; 10 grandchildren; and 10 great-grandchildren.

A memorial is scheduled for 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 30, at the Poway Royal Estates Mobile Home Park Clubhouse, on Alpine Drive in Poway. Private inurnment is planned.

The family suggests donations to the USS Hornet Aircraft Carrier Association, c/o Linda Root, P.O. Box 6, Santa Ysabel, CA 92070.

Poway Bernardo Mortuary is handling arrangements.

Charles Jones, 87

CARLSBAD - Charles L. Jones, 87, died Wednesday, Oct. 20, 2004, at Life Care Center of Vista.

Born June 14, 1917, in Anacortes, Wash., he lived in Carlsbad for seven years. He was a band and orchestra leader and musician for 55 years. He served in the U.S. Army during World War II.

Mr. Jones is survived by his wife of 56 years, Elsie A. Jones of Carlsbad.

A memorial service will be held at a later date. Private interment will be at Riverside National Cemetery.

Allen Bros. Mortuary, Vista Chapel is handling arrangements.

Dennis Spotz, 52

ESCONDIDO - Dennis J. Spotz, 52, died Monday, Oct. 11, 2004, at Palomar Medical Center of an aneurysm.

Born Jan. 18, 1952, in Cleveland, he lived in Escondido for 17 years. He graduated from Ohio University and McGill University in Montreal, Canada.

He owned an antique store at 121 Grand Ave. in Escondido. He served on the Board of the Downtown Business Association. He worked at the Escondido Antique Mall.

Mr. Spotz was preceded in death by his father, Donald R. Spotz, Dec. 4, 2001.

He is survived by his mother, Dorothy Spotz of Escondido; brother and sister-in-law Jim and Linda Spotz of Mentor, Ohio; and nephew Wayne and his wife Janet of West Palm Beach, Fla.

A memorial service will be held at a later date in Fresno.

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

North County Cremation Service in San Marcos is handling arrangements.

Barbara Bigham, 73

OCEANSIDE - Barbara Roberta Bigham, 73, died Saturday, Oct. 23, 2004, at her home.

Born July 14, 1931, in Holtville, she lived in Oceanside since 1995. She enjoyed golf, gardening, sewing, crocheting and swimming.

Mrs. Bigham was preceded in death by her brothers, Frank and Charlie; and sister Melba.

She is survived by her husband of 56 years, Milton Bigham of Oceanside; sons and daughters-in-law Allan and Debbie, Steven and Kathy and Mark and Marie; daughter and son-in-law Kelly and Bill Adams; sister Margaree Wardell of Lemon Grove; 10 grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren.

A graveside service is scheduled for 2:30 p.m. today, Oct. 27, at Eternal Hills Memorial Park in Oceanside.

The family suggests donations to San Diego Hospice, 4311 Third Ave., San Diego, CA 92103.

Howard Hopkins, 81

ESCONDIDO - Howard Hopkins, 81, died Friday, Oct. 22, 2004.

Born April 16, 1923, in Los Angeles, he lived in Escondido for 25 years. He was the owner of Show Case Reality. He was a Rotarian. He served as president of the Board of Realtors, was the Glendora City Manager, president of the chamber of Commerce and was on the Board of Directors for Methodist Church in Glendora. He taught real estate at Citrus College. He enjoyed golf, poker and gardening.

Mr. Hopkins is survived by his wife of 24 years, Ardell Hopkins; daughter Gayle Johnston of San Marcos; son and daughter-in-law Gregory and Barbara Hopkins of Temecula; sister Nancy Sutherland of Rancho Bernardo; grandchildren Aaron, Ryan, Brisa, Brooklin, Sean, Cassandra and Christopher; and seven great-grandchildren.

Private services and interment at Oak Hill Memorial Park are planned.

Alhiser-Comer Mortuary is handling arrangements.

James Botts, 53

BONSALL - James Robert Botts, 53, died Wednesday, Oct. 20, 2004.

Born Feb. 2, 1951, in Long Beach, he lived in Bonsall for one year.

Mr. Botts was preceded in death by his father, Robert E. Botts, Dec. 26, 1975. He is survived by his mother, Theo M. Botts of Columbia, Mo.; brother Steven E. Botts of Santa Barbara; and sister June Lane Arnette of Simi Valley.

No services are planned.

Cremation Services is handling arrangements.

Daniel Alesio, 78

OCEANSIDE - Daniel J. Alesio, 78, died Saturday, Oct. 23, 2004, in Carlsbad of cancer.

Born March 16, 1926, in Yonkers, N.Y., he lived in Oceanside for 4 1/2 years.

He retired in 1986 as a partner of National Acoustics Inc. in New York City. He served in the U.S. Navy.

He graduated from Cornel University in 1946 with a bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, and from New York University in 1988 with a master's degree in social work. He was a member of the First Presbyterian Church in Oceanside and the North County Italian American Club.

Mr. Alesio was preceded in death by his father, Carmel Alesio, in 1983; mother Guglielmo Alesio in 1981; brother Joseph Alesio in 1999; and sister Cesida Alesio Conley in 2001.

He is survived by his wife of 37 years, Janet Alesio of Oceanside; sons Garry Alesio of Oceanside and David Alesio of Irvine; daughters and sons-in-law Susan McLean of Ventura, Amy Alesio of Seattle, Katherine and Robert Bohler of E. Quogue, N.Y., and Cheryl and Thomas Donahue of Dove Canyon; brother and sister-in-law William and Georgia Alesio of Toms River, N.J.; sister and brother-in-law Lucia and John Plastini of Palm Coast, Fla.; and grandchildren Garry Jr., Raymond, Lauren, Christopher, Brian, Shannon and Michael.

A memorial service is scheduled for 10 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 3, at First Presbyterian Church, 2001 El Camino Real in Oceanside with Dr. Lenis Leon officiating.

Inurnment will follow at 2 p.m. at Fort Rosecrans National Cemetery in Point Loma with Dr. Leon officiating.

The family suggests donations to San Diego Hospice Foundation, 4311 Third Ave., San Diego, CA 92103.

Eternal Hills Mortuary is handling arrangements.

Margaret Webb, 83

POWAY - Margaret Helen Webb, 83, died Saturday, Oct. 23, 2004.

Born July 9, 1921, in Omaha, Neb., she lived in Poway for 22 years. She was a homemaker and a member of Stoneridge Country Club. She lived and worked in Saudi Arabia previously. She enjoyed playing golf, traveling, entertaining and her dog, Bogie.

Mrs. Webb was preceded in death by her husband, Frank Eugene Webb, in 2003; sister "Corky" Campbell in 1978; and brother Warner Schlecht in 1947.

She is survived by her son, Douglas Webb of Poway; sister and brother-in-law Lorraine C. and Robert Perrin of Northridge; and nine nieces and nephews.

A funeral service is scheduled for 2 p.m. Friday, Oct. 29, at Rancho Bernardo Community Presbyterian Church, 17010 Pomerado Road in San Diego.

California Funeral Alternatives in Escondido is handling arrangements.

Jose Mazabel, 60

ESCONDIDO - Jose Mazabel, 60, died Saturday, Oct. 23, 2004.

Born April 8, 1944, in Bogota, Colombia, he lived in Escondido for two years. He retired as an automobile salesman in 2004.

Mr. Mazabel is survived by his wife, Martha Elisa Parra of Colombia; daughters Laura Mazabel of Spain, Adriana Mazabel of Colombia, and Carolina Mazabel of Arkansas; son Jose Mazabel of Colombia; mother Laura Mazabel of San Diego; brothers Juan Mazabel of Venezuela, and Jorge Mazabel of San Diego; sister Elva Mazabel of San Diego; and five grandchildren.

Private family services are planned.

California Funeral Alternatives is handling arrangements.

James Dixey, 88

ESCONDIDO - James John Dixey, 88, died Saturday, Oct. 23, 2004, in San Diego.

Born Sept. 1, 1916, in Lynn, Mass., he lived in Escondido for 24 years. He retired in 1975 from Pan American as a superintendent of airport operations.

He was a pitcher in a minor Triple A League and played on the Pan Am team. He was an avid golfer and had a hole in one. He enjoyed growing orchids and traveling.

Mr. Dixey is survived by his wife of 62 years, Libia Dixey of Escondido; sons and daughters-in-law James John Jr. and Brenda Dixey of College Station, Texas, Alan Spencer and Becky Dixey of Murrieta, Steven Arthur and Maria Dixey of Palm Harbor, Fla., and Kevin Patrick and Jennifer Dixey of Bellingham, Wash.; sisters Margaret O'Neil and Anne Bridges, both of Sebastian, Fla.; grandchildren Erin, Michelle, Aimee, Steven, Michael, Sarah and Julian; and four great-grandchildren.

Private family services are planned.

California Funeral Alternatives is handling arrangements.

Marna Hartjen, 46

ESCONDIDO - Marna Hugh Hartjen, 46, died Sunday, Oct. 17, 2004.

Born June 5, 1958, in Hermosa Beach, she lived in Escondido for 46 years.

She was a self-employed jewelry maker for Internet Worldwide.

She was a volunteer at the Mingei International Museum.

She was active in water aerobics at the YMCA. She enjoyed working with glass and making jewelry.

Mrs. Hartjen is survived by her son, Samuel Hugh Hartjen of Escondido; parents Louis and Lael Hartjen of Escondido; sister Neva Hartjen of San Marcos; and nephews Christopher and Clayton.

A memorial service is scheduled for 2 p.m. Friday, Oct. 29, at Grace Lutheran Church, 643 W. 13th Ave. in Escondido. Private cremation is planned.

California Funeral Alternatives is handling arrangements.

Donald Minton, 71

ESCONDIDO - Donald Minton, 71, died Friday, Oct. 22, 2004, at Scripps Encinitas of heart failure.

Born Oct. 3, 1933, in Pasadena, he lived in Escondido for six years. He retired in 2001 as a purchasing manager for ENDEVCO. He served in the U.S. Army from 1953 to 1955. He enjoyed racing, photography, Jazz music and sports.

Mr. Minton is survived by his wife of 32 years, Betty Minton of Escondido; and nieces Dena Minton of Minden, Nev., and Anita Minton of Edgewood, N.M.

A private family gathering is planned. His cremains will be scattered at sea.

The family suggests donations in his name to your favorite charity.

Alhiser-Comer Mortuary is handling arrangements.

Memorials

Francis L. 'Herb' Hurban

Francis L. Hurban "Herb" of Temecula passed away October 2, 2004, from cancer, and a fall that caused a blood clot in his skull and surgery. He leaves his wife, Mildred of 43 years; a son Gary and his wife Charlotte; a daughter-in-law Joyce; a daughter Jill O'Rourke and her husband, Tom; grandsons Gary Dean Mead wife Grace, Cary and Kim, Ryan and Erin and children.

The funeral was held at Pierce Brothers Crestlawn Memorial Park Mortuary. Pastor Steve Struikmans of Rancho Community Church in Temecula held a beautiful graveside service. Three of our neighbors and dear friends added their good-byes, commemorating their fun times together.

Our youngest grandson, Brett O'Rourke wrote on his own, this beautiful good-bye to his grandfather and read it at the grave site.

From the Heavens

"It"

It can be anything,

Anything, the scope of his wisdom, his knowledge,

Knowledge he selflessly shared, he selflessly taught us,

Taught to fix it, drive it, bait it, cast it, shoot it, keep it, befriend it, question it, think it, learn it, figure IT out, believe it -- but most importantly -- to love it,

Love it, like he loved his family and friends, like his family and friends love him -- unconditionally,

To me he is omnipresent, in all my thoughts, reflected in all my actions, a major influence on all our lives.

Still looking over us, still providing us with a sense of security, still providing us with a sense of peace and safety,

In the heavens, a kingdom suitable for a man such as him, he watches from above,

No limit to the extent of his touch, to the extent of all those touched by him,

God blessed us with him, a husband, a best friend, a life partner, a father, a buddy, a confidant, a grandfather, a playmate, an advisor

It is now his turn,

God bless grandpa,

We miss you, we love you -- we will always love you,

We all pray you rest in peace grandpa -- however, through us all, you will live on.

Ben O'Rourke

10-16-04

Mitchell Janczak, 81

OCEANSIDE - Mitchell Janczak, 81, died Wednesday, Oct. 20, 2004, at his home in Oceanside.

Born March 20, 1923, in Wszolow, Poland, he lived in Oceanside for 12 years. He retired in 1989 as an electrician for Wilson-Jones Manufacturing in Chicago. He was a member of Mission San Luis Rey Parish.

Mr. Janczak was preceded in death by his daughter, Christina Dobija, in 1990. He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Sophie Janczak; grandchildren Michelle and Walter Srebalus and Joseph and Shannon Dobija; and great-grandchildren Crystal, Joshua, Christina, Kailey, Ashley, Joey and Megan.

A Mass will be celebrated at 1:30 p.m. today, Oct. 27, at Mission San Luis Rey Parish Chapel, 4070 Mission Ave. in Oceanside with the Rev. Michele Gagnon officiating. Inurnment will be at Mary Hill Cemetery in Niles, Ill.

The family suggests donations to Brother Benno's Center, 3260 Production Ave., Oceanside , CA 92054.

Oceanside Mortuary is handling arrangements.

Lorenzo Valenzuela Jr.

August 4, 1944 - October 23, 2004

Carlsbad, California

Lorenzo Valenzuela was called to serve Our Great Lord on October 23, 2004.

A peace loving husband and dad, Lorenzo died at his home comforted by his loving wife, Maria Luisa Valenzuela, four daughters, Sandra, Cecilia, Rebecca, and Rachel, and his older brother, Jesus Manuel Valenzuela, by his bedside.

Lorenzo was born and resided in Canutillo, Texas, on 2nd Street for 23 years. After graduating from Canutillo High School in 1963, he earned a Bachelor of Business Administration degree from the University of Texas at El Paso.

He moved to Carlsbad, California, in 1975 and later worked for MiraCosta College as the Director of Finance before retiring after more than 25 years of service.

Lorenzo was a man of integrity, a wonderful father and a good friend, whose kindhearted, noble and peace-loving values influenced many lives. Lorenzo will be remembered for his love of music and nature, his desire for continuous learning and his dedication, love and loyalty to his children and family, which was unsurpassed.

Lorenzo is survived by his loving wife, Maria Luisa Valenzuela of Carlsbad, California. His four daughters, Sandra Lorraine Valenzuela of Austin, Texas, Angelica Cecilia Valenzuela of Seattle, Washington, and twin daughters Rebecca Ann Valenzuela and Rachel Adrienne Valenzuela, both residing in San Diego, California. He is also survived by his older brother, Jesus Manuel Valenzuela of Anthony, New Mexico, and his older sister, Maria Alvarado of Las Cruces, New Mexico.

Lorenzo was preceded in death by his loving father, Lorenzo D. Valenzuela and his loving mother, Eduvijes Sigala Valenzuela of Canutillo, Texas.

Visitation services will be held in the chapel at Eternal Hills Memorial Park, 1999 El Camino Real, Oceanside, CA 92054, on Thursday, October 28, 2004, from 4 to 8 p.m.

A rosary will be held at 7 p.m. Funeral services will be held on Friday, October 29, 2004, at 10 a.m. at Eternal Hills Memorial Park.

Norberto Herrera Sr.

A la edad de 66 anos murio Norberto en la gracia de Dios y con todos las gracias espirituales se fue a descansar en los brazos del Sr. Jesus.

Su esposa Beatriz Herrera, hijo Norberto Herrera, hija Natalia Herrera y demas familiares ruegan a ud. una oracion por el eterno descanso de su alma. Gracias a todos por su interes y ayuda.

En la iglesia Catolica del Espiritu Santo a la 11 a.m. el dia 30 de Octubre se llevara servicio funebre.

La iglesia esta situada en 26340 Soboba St. en Hemet.

Norberto Herrera Sr. passed away on October 15, 2004, at the Hemet Hospital pulmonary care unit.

He was 66 years old. Norberto was born in Michoacan, Mexico. He immigrated to the United States in 1967.

He had been a resident of Valley Center and Pauma Valley for 30 years. Norberto was a loving father and husband.

He was a man that lived an honest life. He was a man that was pure of heart and mind. He was loved very much by his family.

He will be missed by his wife, Beatriz; his son Norberto; his daughter, Natalia; and anyone that ever met this fine man.

Services will be held on October 30, at 11 a.m. at the Holy Spirit Catholic Church, 26340 Soboba St. in Hemet.

William Allen West

Commander William Allen West, a resident of Florence, Oregon, died on Oct. 16, of 2004. He was 73 years of age.

He retired from the U.S. Navy in 1980 after serving over 30 years. Following a period of service with the Florida State National Guard, Commander West entered the Navy in 1950, at the outbreak of the Korean War, as a recruit from his home state of Florida.

He was promoted through all enlisted ranks at that time and served as a chief radioman until he was commissioned an ensign in 1961.

He was decorated on his retirement in 1980 with the Navy Meritorious Service Medal, and earned a number of other decorations including the Good Conduct Medal, China Service Medal, United Nations Medal, Asia-Pacific Theater Medal, Vietnam Service Medal and the Korean Service Medal.

Commander West was a communications specialist and served in many foreign posts as well as on various naval ships (USS Leonard F. Mason, USS Edson, USS Annapolis). His foreign service included duty in Japan, the Philippines, Spain, Greece and England. Commander West served on the Staff of the Commander, Naval Forces, Japan; and Commander, U.S. Naval Forces, Europe and U.S. Commander of NATO Forces in the Eastern Atlantic. While on duty in the Pentagon, Commander West served as the Communications Officer for the Navy Department Duty Officer.

He retired from the Navy in San Diego while serving as Communications Officer for the Southern California area and Operations Officer for the Southern California area and Operations Officer for the U.S Naval Communications Station San Diego in 1980.

Following his naval career, Commander West launched a new career in the computer security field with Science Applications International Corporation, a high technology, employee-owned company headquartered in La Jolla.

Commander West was born in Glen Cove, Long Island, New York, in 1931 and is survived by his wife, Virginia Lee West; a son Richard of Pacific Grove, California; and three daughters, Laura Conley, Leslie Carey and Kathleen Jackson, all residing in the San Diego area.

Commander West was a member of the Military Order of the World Wars, the Military Officers Association of America (the old TROA), the Friendly Sons of Saint Patrick, the Fleet Reserve Association and the Elks.

In Memoriam

Karl D. Sexton

Jan. 17, 1934 - Oct. 11, 2003

We little knew that morning that God was going to call your name.

In life we loved you deeply, in death we do the same.

It broke our hearts to lose you, you did not go alone, for part of us went with you the day God called you home.

You left us peaceful memories, your love is still our guide, and all though we cannot see you, you are always at our side.

Our family chain is broken and nothing seems the same, but as God calls us one by one, the chain will link again.

We love and miss you,

Patsy and Family

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Charles Ziegenbein, 87

SAN MARCOS - Charles Edgar Ziegenbein, 87, died Wednesday, Sept. 29, 2004, in Escondido of Alzheimer's disease.

Born June 21, 1917, in Pekin, Ill., he lived in San Marcos for 25 years.

He retired in June 1977 as a tooling engineer for Rockwell. He served in the U.S. Navy during World War II. He was a member of the First Lutheran Church of Vista.

Mr. Ziegenbein is survived by his wife of 63 years, Nellie Jeanne Ziegenbein of San Marcos; son Robert Dale Ziegenbein of Tallahassee, Fla.; daughter Judy Larrieu of Glendale, Ariz.; brother and sister-in-law Warren and Harriet Ziegenbein of Mission Viejo; sister Carole Venable of Grants Pass, Ore.; and grandchildren Erik, Frank, James, Jessika and Kyle.

His cremains will be scattered at sea.