By Mary O’KEEFE

On Sunday morning, a fatal accident occurred on the southbound I5 Golden State Freeway just north of the Balboa Boulevard exit at 11:08 a.m. resulting in the death of a Crescenta Valley High School graduate.

Matt Fielding, 25, from La Crescenta was traveling southbound. A BMW was also traveling southbound in lane six when Matt’s motorcycle and the vehicle collided. Matt was ejected from his motorcycle, landing on the southbound truck lane, according to Sgt. Emmons, California Highway Patrol. Matt was pronounced dead at the scene; the driver and passenger of the BMW reported no injuries.

The investigation is ongoing.

Matt had served in the Navy and was part of the CVHS Class of 2011. He has family and many friends in the area.

Feb. 12, 1939 – Sept. 9, 2018

Ruth Ada Cassara was born on Feb. 12, 1939 in Kendall, Wisconsin and raised in La Crescenta. She and her husband Victor Cassara resided in Sunland.

Ruth was 17 when she married Victor. Her faith and their shared belief in family values were the foundation for their marriage that would last the rest of Ruth’s life. They recently celebrated their 62nd wedding anniversary.

She will be remembered by her extraordinary accomplishments as a wife, homemaker, mother, grandmother and sister. The unconditional love, commitment and loyalty Ruth shared with her husband are the legacy she leaves to her three children, six grandchildren, two great-grandchildren and sister. Ruth may have passed away on Sept. 9 but her spirit lives on in the hearts of all who love her.

Ruth’s surviving family and biggest fans are: husband and soulmate Victor Cassara, daughter Carolyn Cassara Miller, son Victor Cassara Jr., son and wife Vincent and Lori Cassara, daughter in-law Lisa Stevenson, grandson and wife Duane and Yesenia Miller, grandson and wife Brian and Amy Miller, granddaughter and husband Elizabeth and Jesse Zavala, grandson Vincent Cassara Jr., granddaughter and fiancé Maile Cassara and Kevin Dwyer, granddaughter Amanda Cassara, great-grandchildren Paris and Luna Miller and sister Cheryl Niehaus.

Ruth will be buried at San Fernando Mission Catholic Cemetery near her firstborn son. Both are looking forward to spending time together.

Funeral directors: www.CrippenMortuary.com

Sept. 17, 2018

On Monday, the 17th of September, Maria Antonia Zuniga, known to all who loved her as Mary, passed on to her eternal rest in God our Savior at the age of 79. She was preceded in death by her husband Osacar Zuniga, and her parents, Aurelio and Amalia Ruiz.

Mary’s life is remembered and celebrated by her children Marco, Yolanda (Mike), Terri (Ken) and Raul. She is especially loved and missed by her grandchildren Cynthia, Ryan, Kaitlyn and Brandon and her great grandson Timothy. Mary is also lovingly remembered by her sisters and brothers: Josefina, Reynaldo, Reuben, Jose-Luis, Theresa, Delores and Juan. Mary’s life is also celebrated by her many nieces and nephews and the countless “adopted” family of the children who she lovingly cared for through the years of her life.

A viewing will be held at Crippen Mortuary, 2900 Honolulu Ave., La Crescenta/Glendale on Thursday, the 20th of September, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. A funeral Mass will be celebrated on Friday, the 21st of September, at 10 a.m. at Holy Redeemer Catholic Church, 2411 Montrose Ave., in Montrose. There will also be a memorial in celebration of Mary’s life at Montrose Church, 2409 Florencita Drive, Montrose at 2 p.m. on Friday, the 21st of September.

Funeral directors: www.CrippenMortuary.com

Feb. 11, 1993 – Sept. 16, 2018

Matthew Lance Fielding passed away on Sept. 16 at the age of 25. He was born in Burbank and attended St. James the Less Elementary School, Rosemont Middle School and Crescenta Valley High.

Matt’s first job was helping his father, Lance, at Gene & Eddie’s Kustom Hot Rod Shop. It’s there that Matt developed a strong bond with his father and an incredible sense of detail, pride, patience and mechanical knowledge. He became a master craftsman in classic car, hot rod and motorcycle restoration.

Matt joined the Navy in 2011 and was stationed at Naval Air Station Lemoor, California, followed by Point Mugu. There he was a team member to the world famous VAW113 Black Eagles Squadron. He was able to participate in Rimpac 2014, a multi-nation military exercise in the Pacific Ocean and was proud to be stationed aboard the aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan.

Before and after the Navy, Matt worked tirelessly for Burbank Moto, Bimmer Heads, Fielding Fabrication and Bateman Water Heating. He recently, and with great pride, purchased his first home, a historical stone house built in 1924 in Shadow Hills.

Matthew was preceded in death by his father, Fredrick David Lance Fielding, who died in 2009. He is survived by his loving family including his mother Eileen, sister Kelsey, stepfather Robert, stepmother Erin, grandparents Mumu, Papa, Cami, Lucia and great grandmothers Dorothy and Teiko. He also leaves behind siblings Billy, Kristi, Jonathan, Danielle and Brandon. In addition, Matthew was blessed to have many mentors in his life including Julie Richards and Ken and Melissa Duke.

Matt’s life was too short but he lived it to the fullest. Always smiling, especially when he was in trouble for something, he was charming and happy-go-lucky. His friends nicknamed him “Huck.”

Anyone who hung out with Matt can attest to some kind of shenanigans. He was always pulling pranks on his friends but was never afraid to be the brunt of a joke himself. He valued his friends and family and was willing to help anyone out, even strangers. His passion for life was contagious. Matthew’s motto was “I’d rather be an amateur participant than a professional spectator.”

Sept. 16, 1928 – Sept. 20, 2018

James Allen Harrison was born Sept 16, 1928 in Los Angeles to parents Lawrence and Ethel Harrison. He passed away on Sept. 20.

James graduated from Hollywood High School and attended Woodbury College. He built displays for various corporations before working for Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer film labs in Culver City as the lead chemist until his retirement.

He married Georgia Strouse on Feb. 14, 1970 in Los Angeles.

\He enjoyed taking his family on camping and fishing vacations to Colorado, Nebraska, Wyoming, Idaho and also up to northern California. Several summer vacations were spent at Dad’s camp at the mouth of the Klamath River fishing for salmon. Shorter excursions took the family to Twin Lakes and Lee Vining near Bridgeport, California.

His parents preceded him in death. He is survived by his spouse Georgia; sons Michael, Mark and James; daughters Karen and Sue. James was also proud of his grandchildren Arieanne, Marria, Ryan, Skylar, Eric, Phenix and his one great grandchild Brayden.

The family will hold a private celebration of life ceremony honoring James.

Directors www.CrippenMortuary.com

July 27, 1950 – Sept 25, 2018

Gloria Patrice Beyer was born in Los Angeles to Frank and Mary Nadalin. She passed away Sept. 25 after courageously battling pancreatic cancer.

Gloria graduated from Bishop Conaty High School and earned a bachelor’s degree in art from Immaculate Heart College. She taught art for 30 years in Los Angeles City Schools before retiring in 2004.

She and Terry Beyer were married Jan. 9, 1982 at Blessed Sacrament Church. She resided in the Crescenta Valley with her husband for 37 years. Gloria was involved in community life with many organizations and interests, notably the La Crescenta Woman’ s Club, the La Cañada Flintridge Tournament of Roses, and other local art, educational and philanthropic groups.

Gloria is survived by her husband Terry, son David, daughter Christina, grand-daughter Juliana, and her sister Victoria Nadalin.

Funeral ceremony will take place at Holy Redeemer Catholic Church on Saturday, Oct. 6 at 10 a.m. Private burial will be at San Fernando Mission Cemetery.

Remembrances in Gloria’s name may be made to cancer charities, such as The Pancreatic Cancer Action Network (pancan.org).

Oct. 2, 2018

In loving memory of Aida Juana Espinoza, born in Bolivia and passed away in Sherman Oaks surrounded by her family, on Oct. 2. She was a very generous, vivacious and religious person who loved to cook and pamper anyone she met.

She lived a full life surrounded by her loving family and friends.

Aida is survived by her daughter Mariana Montequin and her husband Alvaro Madrid, who loved and cared for her until her passing. Visitation with viewing will be on Friday, Oct. 5 at Crippen Mortuary, 2900 Honolulu Ave. in La Crescenta (www.CrippenMortuary.com) from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.

A funeral Mass will be held at Holy Redeemer Catholic Church, 2401 Montrose Ave. in Montrose on Saturday, Oct. 6 at 1 p.m.

May she rest in peace.

Directors: www.crippenmortuary.com

1931-2018

Myron Seamone Konjoyan passed on Sept. 13 after a short illness. Myron was born May 7, 1931 in Oakland, California and was raised in Glendale. Nicknamed “Rocky,” he was a basketball star at Hoover High School and attended Glendale College. He served in the U.S. Marine Corps during the Korean War. After his discharge, he married Arax Tulanian in 1955 and would go on to found two successful businesses: The Rheem Patio in Moraga, California and later Konjoyan’s Oriental Rugs in Lafayette, California.

Myron was an active member of the Armenian Triple X Fraternity, in which he held leadership positions in his chapter, and he was a faithful member of St. Vartan’s Apostolic Church in Oakland and a former chairman of its trustees.

He was a passionate USC football fan and never missed a televised game. But his number one focus was always his family, which, during his illness, he called his “shots of penicillin.”

He is survived by his wife Arax, sons Jon and David, daughter Nancy Kurkjian, daughter-in-law Pamela Madieros, son-in-law Rick Kurkjian, grandchildren Karly and Adam Kurkjian and brother Norman Konjoyan.

Though Myron will be greatly missed, he now has the best seat in the house for every USC game.

Feb. 9, 1935 – Sept. 13, 2018

Kay Ellen Rinder, 83, a longtime Glendale resident, unexpectedly passed away from a massive stroke on Thursday, Sept. 13.

Kay was an outstanding wife, mother, “nani” and friend to many who describe her as a smart, beautiful, strong, practical, humble, generous and overall classy woman. She was the “rock” in the family and spent many hours talking through issues with all sorts of people using a very analytical and common sense approach. All who knew her loved and appreciated Kay’s patience and wisdom.

Kay was one of five children born in Redwing, Minnesota in 1935. She moved to California in 1958 to pursue a career in union work. Kay, who went by “Pat” at work, gave 44 years of service to UFCW (United Food and Commercial Workers) Local 770 as a director and vice president.

UFCW 770 stated, “Pat highlighted, drew attention and confirmed the importance of negotiated benefits for 770 as well as provided counsel, stability and perspective on our work. [Losing her is a] significant loss that we should acknowledge as we organize to enhance our members and their families lives, in a complete sense.”

Kay/Pat was well respected by her colleagues and enjoyed “making a difference” for members and their families.

On Oct. 7, 1961, Kay married Jim Rinder, sharing nearly 57 years together and having four beautiful children: Lisa Salas (56), Darrel Rinder (54), Debbie Rinder (54) and Kim Mosher (52), who created 10 outstanding grandchildren: Kevin Rinder (38), John Salas (27), Christopher Mosher (26), Nicole Salas (26), Kaitlyn Rinder (25), Michael Rinder (24), Kaylynne Mosher (23), Brendan Rinder-O’Rourke (23), Kelly Rinder-O’Rourke (21) and Timmy Rinder-O’Rourke (19), and one awesome great-grandchild Alexis Rinder (7), aka “the baby.”

Kay valued family and expected full family participation at Easter, Thanksgiving and Christmas in her typically overly decorated house. Everyone was welcome at the Rinder house.

Additionally, gambling was a favorite pastime for Kay and the family who took yearly trips to the casino. Kay was very lucky and quickly earned and still holds the title of “Royal Flush Queen” as she spent many hours playing video poker. These memories and traditions will continue for generations to come.

A celebration of life for Kay will be held on Saturday, Oct. 13 at 10:30 a.m. at the First United Methodist Church (Carlson Fellowship Center) located at 134 Kenwood Road, Glendale followed by a lunch reception and socialization with family and friends.

In lieu of flowers and to support Kay’s love for gardening, if you would like to send an outdoor plant/flower for her garden or a card to the family, please send to 1741 El Rito Ave. Glendale, CA 91208.

Sept. 7. 1927 – Oct. 1, 2018

Letha Faye Stephen was born in Hollywood to Earl and Mildred VanDenburgh on Sept. 7, 1927 and left us on Oct 1. She married the love of her life, John Stephen, on June 25, 1945. A daughter, Sharon Lorraine, was born to them in April 1946. Just before their 62nd anniversary John succumbed to congestive heart failure. Letha Faye was also preceded in death by her sisters Portia Price and Annette Smith and her brother John VanDenburgh.

Letha Faye was a focused, multi-talented and tenacious person. She was an artist, a writer, a builder, a cabinetmaker and designer as well as a mother and a good friend. She lived a full productive life.

She is survived by her daughter Sharon L. Jaskiewicz and son-in-law Anthony; grandson Aaron Simpson; great-grandson Nicholas Simpson. Also nieces Marie, Connie, Barbara, Joyce and Sandy and nephews David and Michael, foster son Bruce and godchildren Linda, Steven and Barbara. Her blended family includes three grandchildren: Robert, Kelly and Anthony; four great-grandchildren and three great-great-grandchildren.

Letha Faye, you will be sorely missed.

Nov. 10, 1924 – Sept. 14, 2018

Louise grew up in Hollywood where her father was a writer for Walt Disney. She served as a WAV in World War II at the Long Beach naval hospital and at El Toro. She married her childhood sweetheart, Donald Jackson, who was a career officer in the army. She lived in Germany immediately after World War II as well as various locations in the United States. Upon Donald’s retirement, they moved back to the Los Angeles area.

She is survived by Charles Jackson, Kenneth Jackson and Bishop Ronald Jackson, as well as five grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren.

She devoted herself to her family, friends, church and her beloved Descanso Gardens. She was well known for her winning smile and sunny disposition.

Service will be held at St. Luke’s Anglican Church, 2416 Montrose Ave. in Montrose at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, Oct. 20. In lieu of flowers, please send a donation in her name to the Los Angeles Mission at www.give.losangelesmission.org.

Directors www.CrippenMortuary.com

Nov. 27, 1930 – Oct. 2, 2018

Janet Teya Hall was born on Thanksgiving Day in 1930 to parents Earl and Stella Hall. It was fitting that she arrived on a holiday that celebrates faith, family and food prepared with skill and love, because those three things remained important to her for the rest of her life. She grew up in Glendale and attended Glendale High School until her family moved to the east coast, where she graduated from Princeton High School and then Hood College.

Following graduation she returned to California and met and married Gene Mauk, the love of her life.

Janet made lifelong friends through volunteer and professional involvement with the Glendale Unified School District, where she was able to combine her commitment to education and to her four children. She served in many capacities in the PTA, including president at Valley View Elementary School. She went on to work for many years as a library assistant at Clark and Rosemont.

Janet loved classical music, playing cello throughout school and regularly attending LA Philharmonic concerts later in life. She loved all animals, especially the family Labrador retrievers.

She was an active member of the La Crescenta Presbyterian Church for more than 50 years, serving as a deacon and singing in the choir for most of that time.

Highlights of the travel and adventure she enjoyed with Gene include climbing Mt. Whitney, hot-air ballooning in Africa, viewing the terracotta army in China, and observing solar eclipses around the globe.

Janet is survived by husband Gene; daughter Cynthia (Jerry); sons Steve, Rob, and John (Mary); grandchildren Ashley, Daniel, Lauren, Trevor, and Riley; and four great-grandchildren, all of whom miss her dearly.

The family is planning a private celebration of her life.

Jan. 14, 1963 – Oct. 4, 2018

Joseph Howard Walker of La Cañada passed away from prostate cancer on Oct. 4 surrounded by his loving family. He is survived by his wife Gina; daughter Brielle; sons Chase and Weston; brother Bryan; sister Donna Schroeder; and a large extended family in California, Nevada, South Dakota and Montana.

Joe was born to Donald and Barbara Walker in Sunland on Jan. 14, 1963. He graduated from Verdugo Hills High School in 1981. He met his wife Gina at a Halloween party in 1983 and the two wed in Pasadena on May 2, 1987. They were blessed with three children and over 31 years of marriage.

Joe worked in the commercial refrigeration business from the age of 18. He started out in the field and, with a strong work ethic, worked his way up over the years. Those who worked for Joe describe him as a man who always took care of them. But that’s who Joe was … a man who always took care of people.

One of the great passions in Joe’s life was coaching Brielle, Chase and Weston and watching them play high school sports. He coached many baseball teams for Crescenta Sports Association over the years where lasting friendships were built with other baseball families. He also loved early morning fishing at Lake Castaic, snowboarding in Mammoth, watching NASCAR, riding motorcycles, cheering on the Dodgers and Seahawks, and camping with his family.

Joe will be honored in a celebration of life on Sunday, Oct. 21 at 1:30 p.m. at Montrose Church, 2409 Florencita Dr. W in Montrose

Oct. 14, 2018

Paul Rademacher, 87, died Oct. 14 in his La Crescenta home with family by his side.

Born during the dawn of the Depression on a small failing farm in central South Dakota, Paul’s father Lewis Rademacher supported the family of seven by repairing and selling used farm implements.

Paul enjoyed hunting and fishing with his father. He played on the Hot Springs High School South Dakota football team. During school breaks he worked shoveling coal in a train yard, as a lifeguard at Evans Plunge Hot Springs, a roughneck on an oil derrick, a Wind Cave tour guide and a manual laborer carrying construction lumber up the face of Angostura dam to bring relief from the recent American Dust Bowl and drought.

When Paul graduated from high school, the family moved to Boulder, Colorado where he received bachelor and MBA degrees in marketing and finance from the University of Colorado Boulder. While in college, he was vice president of the School of Business board of directors, commissioner of the ASUC, chapter president of Pi Kappa Alpha, a member of the Catholic Newman Club executive council, national delegate of I.F.C., and a member of the Arnold Air Society. Paul organized numerous college social festivities as well as owning and operating a pizza shop with friends.

As an officer, Paul taught real estate at Keesler AFB in Mississippi and at Warren AFB in Wyoming during which time he married and started a family. Paul then began his more than 30-year career in sales and marketing with Phillips Petroleum retiring after 10 years as the executive director of the Asphalt Council of California and executive director of the Asphalt Paving Association, then teaching university students road construction technology.

Paul leaves his wife Pat Rademacher of La Crescenta; sister Alma McAllister of Hot Springs, South Dakota; six children: Mark Rademacher of Mission Viejo, Lynn Bebenroth of Tujunga, Mary Lopez of Chino Hills, Matt Rademacher of Tucson, Arizona, Gregg Rademacher of La Crescenta, Brian Mazen of Rancho Palo Verdes; and 12 grandchildren.

Funeral service will be held at Holy Redeemer Catholic Church, 2411 Montrose Ave. in Montrose at 10 a.m. on Monday, Oct 29. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the priest retirement fund, prfla.org.

Nov. 14, 1933 – Nov. 6, 2018

Daryal Tillman Gant passed away peacefully at home on Nov. 6 surrounded by his loving family. Daryal was born Nov. 14, 1933 to Maggie Pearl and Fount Tillman Gant in the country town of Blair, Oklahoma. He graduated from Dinuba High School in Dinuba, California, and received his bachelor’s degree in business administration as well as his MBA from UCLA. Daryal then entered the Army and was stationed at Fort Lee in Petersburg, Virginia where he met his beloved wife, Mary West. He swept her off her feet; they wed three months later and remained married for 62 years.

In 1963, the Gants moved with their infant daughter, Brenda Louise, to La Crescenta where their second daughter, Tracey, was born three years later. Their house has served as a gathering place for Mary and Daryal’s family for 55 years. Their family grew to include grandchildren Summer Gant; Asiya, Omar, and Mustapha Khawaja; and Alexander and Zachary Gant Van Vliet, as well as sons-in-law Jeffery Hughes and Bryan Van Vliet.

Daryal joined Jet Propulsion Laboratory in 1962 as a senior contract negotiator after other positions with Southern California aerospace and technical firms, and he remained there until he retired in 1999 as the executive director of Business Affairs. Daryal received numerous awards for his outstanding work from both JPL and NASA.

After his retirement, he and Mary traveled extensively and became active community volunteers, giving back to their community in many capacities. Daryal was especially involved in the Kiwanis Club of La Cañada, the La Cañada Flintridge Tournament of Roses, and the La Cañada Flintridge Chamber of Commerce & Community Association. He cherished the friendships that he made through these organizations as well as his neighborhood and lifelong friends. He truly loved his family and community.

Services will be private. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Daryal’s name to the Kiwanis Club of La Cañada, P.O. Box 33, La Cañada Flintridge, CA 91012.

July 17, 1948 – Nov. 17, 2018

Sandra “Sandi” Jean Craig of La Crescenta passed away peacefully the morning of Nov. 17 at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles with her family by her side. Sandi, the daughter of Glenwood and Alberta Jarrell, was born in Esther, Missouri on July 17, 1948.

Sandi was a loving wife, mother, “Nana” and friend. After raising her family, she went on to obtain her bachelor’s degree in broadcasting communications with honors from the University of Central Oklahoma. She had a successful career working for CBS as a news reporter, and ABC as a news director and anchor, receiving many accolades for her work. Sandi then went on to become an actress and member of the Screen Actors Guild. Sandi spent her final years pursuing her passion for writing screenplays and novels, published a blog, “The Sunny Report,” was a board member of The Women’s International Film & Television Showcase (“TheWIFTS”), and enjoyed being a member of a local group, Women Who Write.

She is survived by her husband Peter Gluck; son Aaron (Meghan) Craig; daughter Allison (Ted) Hodina; stepchildren Alexandria Gluck, Joshua Gluck, and Aaron Gluck; sisters Elizabeth “Liz” Hargiss and Norma Kennon; two grandchildren, Mabel and Joe, whom she loved with all her heart; and many special nieces and nephews.

Sandi was preceded in death by her parents and four siblings, Glenna Burgess, Alan Jarrell, Gordon Jarrell and Dennis Jarrell.

Contributions may be made in Sandi’s memory to Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation.

Funeral directors: Crippen Mortuary

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March 16, 1934 – Nov. 3, 2018

Warrene McReynolds Scott passed away peacefully at home on Nov. 3 surrounded by her loving family. Warrene was born March 16, 1934 to Robert and Idalyn McReynolds in Indianapolis, Indiana. Along with her parents and brother, Robert McReynolds Jr. (deceased), she moved to California in 1940.

She graduated from Antelope Valley High School. From there she went on to work for Bank of America in Montrose where she met the love of her life, Mike Scott. He swept her off her feet and they married six months later and remained married for 63 years.

In 1967, they moved into their home in La Crescenta. Their house has served as a gathering place for their family for 51 years. They went on to raise four children: Michael Jr., Steve, Susan (Matherly) and Nancy (Monteleone). The family grew to include nine grandchildren: Charisse Scott-Davidbadal and her husband Kevin, Amanda Scott, Michael Scott III, Crystal Scott, Taylor Matherly and his wife Melissa, Bree Matherly, Brooke Matherly, Amber Matherly, Brittini Brenes and her husband Frank; great grandchildren: Brandon, Frank Jr. and Julian Brenes, Christian Gomez and Oliver Matherly; daughters-in-laws: Debbie Scott and Jeanne Scott and sons-in-law Jim Matherly and Victor Monteleone.

Some of her favorite things were spending time with her grandchildren and listening to their stories. She loved her bowling league and church volleyball. Friday nights were reserved for her friends at Los Gringos Locos. She took great pride in her garden that she directed her husband Mike in doing so. They won awards for this.

She loved her church and dedicated her life to family and friends and serving others. Her family will miss their loving and caring matriarch.

She is survived by her husband, her children, grandchildren, great grandchildren, sons-in-law, daughters-in-law, sisters-in-law, Betty McReynolds and Lila Keller, her many nieces and nephews.

Services were held on Nov 10 at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints in La Crescenta.

Funeral directors: www.CrippenMortuary.com

1947 – 2018

Shirley Ann Noble was born on April 4, 1947 in Grinnell, Iowa to John and Monica Jarboe. She was the oldest sibling to brother Pat and sister Susan. She would often reminisce about her playful childhood in Iowa and her loving family.

After the family relocated to California in 1957, Shirley began her life’s adventures. She was a graduate of Crescenta Valley High School, class of ‘65, and attended Glendale Community College. Upon graduation, she traveled to Oahu, Hawaii to visit with her aunt and family and there found her one and only true love. Shirley married Fred Noble on Oct. 4, 1969 and quickly began their family together. Shirley would go on to have three children: Stacy, Stephanie and John. With unending strength and grace, she endured the death of her husband in 1988. Shirley would go on to raise her three children and celebrate their accomplishments.

She is the proud grandmother of five grandchildren: Emmy, Reece, Ryan, Cassie and Cooper. Her family is and always has been her greatest source of joy. She loved to be surrounded by family and friends!

She was never one to miss an adventure. She loved her travels to Iowa, Hawaii, Las Vegas and wherever her journey would take her. She enjoyed visiting with friends, sharing a glass of wine and never-ending card games.

Shirley was always good for giving a loving embrace, a beautiful smile and positive attitude. She will be dearly missed but never forgotten…

Shirley is survived by daughters Stacy Thompson (Tim) and Stephanie Berger (Eric); son John Noble; grandchildren Ryan Thompson, Catherine Thompson, Emmy Berger, Reece Berger and Cooper Berger; sister Susan Linn (Jeff); sister in-law Jo Ann Jarboe (Pat, deceased); and many nephews, nieces, cousins and friends.

There will be a funeral mass for Shirley on Friday, Nov. 30 at 11 a.m. at St. James the Less Catholic Church, 4651 Dunsmore in La Crescenta.

Funeral directors: www.CrippenMortuary.com

March 23, 1923 – Nov. 21, 2018

Anita Mae was the only child born to William Vinton and Edith Gertrude (Johnson) Campbell on March 23, 1923 in Urbana, Illinois. She attended schools in Urbana and graduated from Santa Monica High in California.

She met the love of her life, James C. (Jim) Sutton Jr., a handsome Navy pilot, during World War II. After three dates and several months of letters exchanged, they were married in Santa Monica on Feb. 18, 1945, a marriage that would last for 73 years.

Anita passed away on Nov. 21. She is survived by her much loved and loving husband, Jim, four children: Christine (Arnie) Preheim, Lake View Terrace; Judy (Bob) Kenagy, Washington; Jim III, Tujunga; and Joyce Wainwright, Colorado; six grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. 

For 18 years Anita was a devoted and supportive mother and wife during Jim’s U.S. Navy career that included tours of duty in California, New Mexico, Texas, Florida, Hawaii and Washington, D.C. For 54 years she and Jim resided in their Tujunga home following his military retirement. Anita was the docent secretary for the Greater Los Angeles Zoo Association in the 1970s. She was a volunteer at Verdugo Hills Hospital for 30 years. 

Anita was a woman of grace and encouragement and a good listener to her many friends and family members. It seems fitting that on the day of her death she had a brief phone call with all of her grandchildren and other family members around the world. Her faith in Jesus Christ was strong and steady and she was prepared for leaving this world to be with Him. Her family mourns her departure from this life but looks forward to joining her in heaven some day.

A memorial service is planned for Friday, Jan. 4 a.m. 11 a.m. at La Crescenta Community Life Church, 4441 La Crescenta Ave. 

Funeral directors: www.CrippenMortuary.com

Jan. 21, 1952 – Nov. 20, 2018

Mario passed away on Nov. 20 at Verdugo Hills Hospital with his loving wife at his side. He was a loving and caring husband. Mario owned a trophy business in Glendale for more than 35 years. 

Some of his favorite things to do were boating, riding a bike and collecting cars. 

He is survived by his wife Cecile; brothers Tony, Carl and Todd; sisters-in-law Eve and Grace. 

A Celebration of his Life will be held on Dec. 8 at 2 p.m. at Our Lady of Lourdes Church, 7344 Apperson St., in Tujunga. 

Funeral directors: www.CrippenMortuary.com