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WEDNESDAY, JUNE 7, 2000 LOS ANGELES TIMES George E. Brandow; Structural Engineer on Many L.A. Buildings By MYRNA OLIVER TIMES STAFF WRITER George E. Brandow, engineer who helped shape Angeles skyline with such as the Los Angeles Arena, the Los Angeles tion Center and the renovated Angeles Central Library, He was 87. Brandow, former president Brandow and Johnston who retired only a few years died Sunday in Altadena.

In partnership with Johnston since 1945, Brandow the skeletons of about 20,000 ects throughout Southern nia. Other examples are America Tower (built as Tower), the campuses of UC and Pepperdine University, Getty Museum in Malibu and ley International Terminal Angeles International Airport. Brandow and Johnston structural engineering services the first height-limit buildings Los Angeles after World the first building to exceed limit when the city ordinance changed in 1958 (then California Bank) and the welded structural steel office ing in Los Angeles (then the Superior Oil Building). During a 1966 conference cuss the earthquake safety ABRAHAMS, Marvin Devoted brother of Joan Starobin. Loving uncle of Joseph (Patty) Starobin and Bryna (Arnold) Leiboff.

Services are Thursday June 8, 2000 at 11:00 am at Hillside Memorial Park and Mortuary. Hillside Mortuary 800-576-1994. ACEVES, Hector Guerra Gutierrez 323-723-1125 ACKERLUND, Andrew Neptune Society ALLEN, Tessalyn M. February 3, 1999 June 1, 2000. Chrysta; Beloved sister daughter of of Wesley Daniel and Britain.

Adored by grandparents and all her family and friends. Resident of California recently moved to Florida. Taken suddenly by a tragic accident. ANDERSON, Dorothy Alice (80) Born May 23, 1920 in Mandan, ND; passed away June 4, 2000 in Rosemead, CA. Survived by sons, John Anderson, David B.

Anderson (Kristin); grandsons, Alexander Anderson and Kenneth Anderson; granddaughters, Natalie Anderson and Lauren Anderson; sister, Helen Behrens. No visitation services scheduled. Services Directed by Rose Hills Mortuary on: June 9, 2000 Friday, 3:00 pm Rainbow Chapel (Gate 17), 3888 S. Workman Mill Whittier. Interment at Rose Hills Memorial Park, 3888 S.

Workman Mill Whittier. A0KI, Tetsuwo Ted, (72) Beloved husband of Dorothy A. Aoki; father of Steven T. (Judy) Aoki and Geri T. (Douglas) Mizukami; grandfather of Cory, Garrett Aoki, and Kelley, Gregory and Ryan Mizukami; brother of Momoye Tanaka, Tokio Aoki, and Fujino Furuya; brother-in-law of Sayeko Okine, Hatsuno Befu and May Okine; also survived by many nieces, nephews.

Funeral Service, Friday, June 9, 11:00 A.M. at Faith United Methodist Church 2115 W. 182nd Torrance, CA. Fukui Mortuary (213) 626-0441 Directors ARTZER, Richard F. Born December 5, 1935 in Sterling, CO and passed away June 4, 2000.

Beloved husband of Linda Taylor Artzer; loving father of Melinda, Dawn Potter and Debi Brown. of. Monolithic Panel Building Systems. Memorial Service on Saturday, June 10th at 11:00 a.m., San Clemente Presbyterian Church, 119 N. Avenida de la Estrella, San Clemente, CA 92672.

Donations, in lieu of flowers: Memory of Richard Artzer, San Clemente Presbyterian Church Bldg Fund; address above. BARONI, John James Passed away May 26, 2000 at City of Hope Duarte. He will be remembered for his endless love of family, countless acts of kindness, boundless compassion, unique humor, inher strength, strong spirit, great cooking and warmth. He served in the Army Air Corps during WWII in the European African Middle Eastern Campaign earning several medals. He retired from GTE after 32 years.

Paternal father of four children, surrogate father to many, grandfather to many more, and friend to countless others. No words can fully express our feelings of loss and our depth of love for him. God Bless you and thank you Dad. No flowers please. If desired, send donations in Mr.

Baroni's memory to: Heather Caplan The Baroni Foundation, Inc. 1676 International Dr. McLean, VA 22102. at the age of 83. Born the 8th of 10 children on November 25, 1916 in Green Valley Wisconsin to Henry Brusewitz and Lena McConley.

She is survived by brothers, Woodrow Brusewitz of Milford, Delaware and Henry Brusewitz of Black Creek, Wisconsin; nephews, Dale Brusewitz of Hemet and Eric Hansen of Sacramento, and numerous other relatives. A dynamic and independent woman, she worked for many years as an auditor for the Internal Revenue Service in Los Angeles. She was an active horsewoman who rode for several years in the Rose Bowl parade on New Years Day. After her retirement, she moved to Sacramento and lived with her sister, Clarice Hansen. During her retirement, she gave of herself to her family and friends.

She participated in family genealogical research, traveled often, and played the horses. The family would like to acknowledge and thank "Love and her board and care home in Elk Grove for the wonderful care they provided Rose Marie during the last two years of her life. In accordance with Rose Marie's wishes, she will be interred at Forest Lawn Memorial Park in Glendale, California. A memorial service is scheduled for 2 PM Friday, June 9, at Forest Lawn Memorial Park, Columbarium of Independence, Freedom Mausoleum. Forest Lawn's address is 1712 South Glendale Avenue, Glendale, CA 91209.

Remembrances in her honor may be sent to Love and Care, 8774 Kelsey Drive, Elk Grove, CA 95624. BRUSEWITZ, Rose Marie Marie passed away peacefully in Sacramento on May 31, 2000 Obituaries new high-rises, Brandow assured the public that modern computers had made it possible to build earthquake-resistant buildings by helping to establish the strength requirements for all heights. He said that 30-story and 40-story buildings then under construction would sway more in a strong wind than in a big earthquake and that the buildings were designed to "give" about a foot at the top. Brandow was a director of the Structural Engineers Assn. of California, national director of the American Society of Civil Engineers and president of its Los Angeles chapter, and president of the American Institute of Consulting Engineers.

In 1975, the American Society of Civil Engineers gave Brandow its Ernst E. Howard Award for excellence in structural engineering. In 1981, Brandow and Johnston were jointly recognized for their outstanding work by the Construction Industries Committee of the Los Angeles Area Chamber of Commerce. Born in Crookston, Brandow came to Los Angeles with his family in 1928. He was an Eagle Scout who earned the Silver Beaver Award.

A graduate of USC, Brandow was a lifelong supporter of the university, serving as president of its General Alumni in 1970-71 and as a CUNNINGHAM, Dorothy E. Graveside service to be held at 11:00 a.m., Friday, June 9, 2000, at Forest Lawn -Glendale, Forest Lawn Mortuary. DARSA, Lena Armstrong Family Directors DIXON, Victorine M. (91) Born June 14, 1908 in Michigan; passed away June 3, 2000 in Long Beach, CA. She is survived by her son, Elliott (Dorothy) J.

Dixon; her daughter, Dorathea (Bob) Gillingham; granddaughters, Kimberly (Chris) Wilmoth and Linda (Dan) Sciaroni; grandsons, Scott Dixon, Charles Jim (Margaret) Gillingham, (Gretchen) Gillingham; great grandsons, Thomas Sciaroni and Dashill Gillingham, and great granddaughter, Marisol Sciaroni. Visitation Services held at Rose Hills Mortuary Stateroom on June 7, 2000, Wednesday, to Gate Services directed by Rose Hills Mortuary on June 8, 2000, Thursday, at the Memorial Chapel, Gate 3888 S. Workman Mill Whittier. Interment location: Rose Hills Memorial Park, 3888 S. Workman Mill Whittier.

DOSIER, Pauline Neptune Society ELGER, Alexandria H. Born in 1904 in Chicago, Illinois, Zandra came to Los Angeles in 1906. She became an educator of note, and joined the faculty of Fremont High School when it opened in 1928. She taught social studies and English there until her retirement in 1969. Married to art teacher Clifford Elger in 1948 (her second marriage), she developed her own artistic bent and became a gourmet cook, avid gardener, and skilled needlewoman.

After Cliff's death in 1966, she and her protegee, Mary Eppstein, the widow of Zandra's former pupil, traveled extensively around the world, sharing their interest in foreign customs and faraway places. Back home, in 1971, she joined and became recording secretary of the Westwood Hills Women's Club, a philanthropic organization. About the same time, she joined the Santa Monica and Westside Philharmonic Committee, which she also served as recording secretary. She was active in both groups until her death. Mourning her passing, while rejoicing in her long and active life, are many friends, especially her companion, Mary Eppstein.

She will always be remembered for her zest for living and her courage in dealing with the challenges of 96 years on earth. Memorial Service will be held at Hollywood Forever Cemetery on Saturday June 10th at 12 o'clock. Those wishing may make contributions in her memory to Santa Monica and Westside Philharmonic Committee Inc. or the Westwood Hills Women's Club. FISCHER, Kelley Lynn (33) Beloved daughter of Lynn Hamm Bill Fischer, loving sister of Travis Hamm.

Memorial service at 7 PM, Thursday, at the Church of the Valley, 6565 Vesper Ave. (at Haynes), Van Nuys. Private interment at Forest Lawn Hollywood Hills. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to APLA, Development, 1313 N. Vine Los Angeles, CA 90028.

Pierce Brothers Cunningham O'Connor, Los Angeles FORTNER, Marilyn A. Beloved wife of Steven Fortner. Loving mother of Alison (Michael) Biggers; and Mark Fortner. Cherished daughter of Lorraine Sherman. Services Thursday at 5 pm at Mount Sinai Memorial Parks and Mortuary.

In lieu of flowers the family prefers donations to the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network www.pancan.org or to Cedars Sinai Medical center, or Stephen S. Wise Temple. FREITAS, Mary Rosario born October 15, 1897; passed away May 28, 2000. Services entrusted to Calvary Mortuary (323) 261-3106. GRAYSON, Judith Manning Judith Manning Grayson, Director of Teacher Education at University of Southern California (USC), died in an accident on May 31, 2000.

Born Judith Ann Manning on October 3, 1937, in Los Angeles, California, she was a graduate of Stanford University and received her Masters in 1960. She married Kenneth Grayson of New York in 1967. Mr. Grayson died in 1969. She received her PhD in Special Education from the USC in 1973 and was committed to the education of minds and diligently worked to that goal with a sparkle in her eyes and always a smile.

She will be missed. Surviving are her parents, Hamor and Eleanor Manning of Whittier, sister, Linda Cowman and husband Robert; niece, Jennifer and nephew, James, all of Redondo Beach, Calif. Memorial Services will be held at 11:00 a.m., Monday, June 12, at Rose Hills Cemetery, 3888 S. Workman Mill Road, Hillside Chapel (Entrance Whittier, Calif. Services will be held at 4:30 p.m., June 14, at USC Campus, United University Church, in Los Angeles.

Donations may be sent to the Judith Grayson Endowed Memorial Scholarship Fund, Rossier School of Education, WPH 1103, USC, Los Angeles, 90089-0031. Kevin Green; Orange County Industrial Developer Kevin Green, 45, Orange County developer of industrial properties. Scion of the family that founded and operates the Los Angeles-based Seeley Co. real estate brokerage, Green grew up in Hancock Park and attended the private Harvard School and USC. He began his career working for the family business, but soon formed his own Green Development firm, based in Newport Beach and specializing in industrial projects.

For the last decade he had worked with Rusty Turner and his Turner Development Corp. on projects created by the two firms. Known to friends and family as "Chief," Green was a forceful president of the more than Bayshores Community Assn. He led the group's opposition to a major expansion plan of the Balboa Bay Club in 1991, even though he was also an active member of the club. The father of two sons, Green coached several youth sports teams and served on boards of groups that support youngsters' activities.

On Friday in Newport Beach of brain cancer. David Stary-Sheets; Furniture Designer, Art Dealer David Stary-Sheets, 60, former creator of custom furniture who became an art dealer and expert on the California Regionalist movement. The son of premier Southern California realist painter Millard Sheets, he had operated Stary-Sheets Fine Art Gallery with his wife, Susan, for the last decade. First in Irvine and since 1996 in Laguna Beach, the gallery focused on his custom furniture and on work by the California Regionalist or California Style artists who worked largely in watercolors in the 1920s through '40s. Stary-Sheets became a prominent figure in the arts community- -lecturing, writing widely and acting as curator for the Realist painters.

The couple lent paintings from their own collection to boost new museums such as the Irvine Fine Arts Center in 1993 and in 1997-98 were curators of "California Style: 1930s and '40s." That exhibit, organized for the Sebastopol Center for the Arts, was also displayed at the Orange County Museum of Art and the Ventura AN ANNOUNCEMENTS MIRKO, Boskovich Born on April 3, 1917 in Stolac, Hercegovina, Croatia and passed away on Monday, June 5, 2000 in Glendale. Mirko is survived by his loving wife, Zora; her children John (Maria) Soldo and Rosann (Ken) Anderson and their grandchildren, Chris, Susie, Jennifer and Christy. He was the second youngest of 7 children born to Marko and Anica. Four of his brothers were killed in WWII and he has a sister, Lucia, living in Chicago and a brother Nickola in Argentina. Mirko was a well respected activist in the Croatian community of Southern California and was the president of the United Hercegovina Catholic Benevolent Society for over 25 years.

A funeral Mass will be held on Friday, June 9, 2000 at 10:00 am at Saint Anthony's Croatian Catholic Church, 712 N. Grand Avenue in Los Angeles, 213-626-2938 followed by interment at Holy Cross Cemetery in Culver City. His family requests that in lieu of flowers donations be made in care of Saint Anthony's Church for Father Petar's Poor Student's Fund in Mostar, Hercegovina. Pierce Brothers Cunningham O'Connor, Los Angeles, CA (213) 749-4151. MIYAGAWA, Kazuko (81) Passed away on June 5, resident of Gardena, beloved mother of Muneto Moe Miyagawa, Joyce (Darrell Chung) Oyama and Linda Miyagawa; grandmother of Tami (Nori) Nishida, and Derek (Kayo) Oyama; great grandmother of Michael, Grant and Sydney Nishida; sister of Miyoko Miyagawa and Reiko Amano; also survived by nieces, Nephews and other relatives.

Funeral services will be held on Monday, June 12, from 11:00 am at Gardena Buddhist Church 1517 W. 166th Gardena. The family requests that flowers please be omitted. Fukui Mortuary (213) 626-0441 Directors. MOLINA, Gloria Hurtado Beloved wife of Francisco.

Loving mother of Melinda, Lisa and Daniel. Armstrong Family Directors MOSSE, Abraham Malinow Silverman Mortuary MUNOZ, Manuel Forest Lawn- Hollywood Hills PACHECO, Francisco Edward, "Ed" (76) Beloved husband to Mary T. Pacheco for 55 years. Son of Frank and Diane Pacheco. Father of Diane, Frank, James, Leonard, John, Joseph, Mary and 13 grandchildren.

Survived by brothers, James, Leonard and Thomas and sisters Agnes Morrissette, Hilda O'Connell, Betty Strongo and Delores Andrade. Retired Operations Director for Gulf Oil Capt. USAAF, 12th Tactical Air Command, 374th Fighter Group, WWII and 147th Fighter Sq. US Air National Guard, PA. On June 5, 2000 in West Hills, CA.

Viewing and visitation will be held at Gates Kingsley Gates Funeral Home from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm on June 7, 2000 and June 8, 2000 with a Rosary at 7:00 pm on June 8, 2000. Chapel service will be held 11:00 AM at Gates Kingsley Gates Chapel on Friday June 9, 2000 with interment to follow at San Fernando Mission Cemetery. Donations can be made to the World War II Memorial Fund. Funeral Directors Gates Kingsley Gates Mortuary (818) 348-3354. PARSONS, Michael (60) a resident of San Dimas for 12 years; passed away May 6, 2000.

He is survived by his wife, Virginia (Ginger) Parsons; daughters, LaGuinn Sherlock and Erin Fugere; sons, Steve Richmond and David Richmond; sister, Sandra Simpson, and seven grandchildren. Private services will be held. For information please call Custer Christiansen Covina, Mortuary at(626)331-8231. PILLAJO, Rosa Maria Forest Lawn Hollywood Hills. PRIOR, Robert George Beloved husband, father, grandfather and friend.

Born June 12, 1924 in Seattle, WA. Died June 3, 2000 in Marina del Rey, CA. Served 1943-1946 in WWII in the Naval Construction Battalion, Oahu, HI. A graduate of University of Washington and USC, class of 1951 with masters degrees in structural and civil engineering. He retired from Hughes Aircraft Company in 1989.

He is survived by his loving wife Joan, their families, Cameron Prior, David Junko Prior, Peg Alan Montauck, Mark Gustafson, their five grandchildren and his brothers, Boyd and Michael. Memorial services will be held at Bel Air Presbyterian Church, Thursday, June 8, 12:30 p.m. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that a donation be made to: The Maritime Museum Institute of San Pedro In his memory to assist troubled youth. All our love and affection. County Museum of History and Art.

Born in Claremont, David Sheets was educated at the Webb School, Claremont Men's College, Chaffey College and San Diego State. He worked briefly as a loan officer and built custom homes before turning to designing and building furniture. In the 1970s he co-founded a furniture company, Woodworks Builds Dynamite Furniture, based in Ontario, Calif. Sheets hyphenated his surname after marrying Susan Stary in 1980. The couple, who started an art gallery when they lived in Northern California, were active in several arts and cultural groups in Orange County.

Among those was Stop-Gap, a theatrical company dealing with social problems. Stary-Sheets was a co-founder of the Fine Art Dealers Assn. and served as president of the national group from 1994 to 1996. On May 31 in Irvine. structural the Los buildings Sports ConvenLos has died.

of Associates ago, Roy G. built projCalifor- TransOccidental Irvine the Bradat Los provided for in War II, that was known as first allbuild- known as to disof the Beatrice Ward Challiss; Member of Pioneering L.A. Family George E. trustee from 1969 Brandow was geles' cultural serving as president Directors of the Center Operating 1972 to 1980. Closer to his he was a San man from 1976 to of the Huntington Overseers from Brandow is Anita; two sons, and four grandchildren.

The family memorial donations Alzheimer's Disease ter at USC. Funeral services Thursday at 2 p.m. Our Saviour, 535 San Gabriel, Calif. OBITUARIES Gregson, Edwin J. Harper, Terence Hatakeyama, Hanae Haver, Evelyn Hazarian, Lena Inouye, Michael M.

Janda, Ann Kapin, Karl Kaufman, Leroy D. Knoell, Susan M. Krolak, Ron Maretsky, Sanford Masterson, Catherine Mendoza, Consuelo Mesirow, David S. Miller, Sally E. Mirko, Boskovich Miyagawa, Kazuko GREGSON, Edwin "Eddie" Janss Born August 7, 1938 in Los Abrahams, Marvin Aceves, Hector Ackerlund, Andrew Allen, Tessalyn M.

Anderson, Dorothy A. Aoki, Tetsuwo Ted Artzer, Richard F. Baroni, John J. Brusewitz, Rose M. Cunningham, Lena Dorothy Dixon, Victorine M.

Dosier, Pauline Elger, Alexandria H. Fischer, Kelley L. Fortner, Marilyn A. Freitas, Mary R. Grayson, Judith M.

Angeles, passed away June 4, 2000 in South Pasadena. He grew up on the family estate in Holmby Hills and the family's El Conejo Ranch in Thousand Oaks. His father, George Gregson of Bisbee, AZ was an executive with the Janss Investment Corporation, extensive land developers in Southern California. His mother, Patricia Cluff Janss of Los Angeles was the sister of Edwin Janss, chairman of Janss Investment. Mr.

Gregson, a thoroughbred trainer whose best known horses included Gato Del Sol, 1982 Kentucky Derby winner, Kittyluck, Cat Girl, Love Smitten, Tsunami Slew and Super Diamond. He was a resident of Pasadena, who maintained a life long love affair with contemporary art, antiques, fine wines and a study of history, with a special affection for his native California. Mr. Gregson and his wife, Gail, were married in 1968. Gail Gregson is an accomplished show jumping rider and active in programs to rehabilitate and retrain former racehorses for use as pleasure mounts.

'The Gregsons' twin daughters, Brooke Gregson and Esme Sikie were born in 1970. Mr. Gregson is also survived by his sister, Patricia Millington. A memorial service for Edwin Gregson is scheduled for Monday, June 12, 11:00 A.M. at All Saints Episcopal Church in Pasadena.

The family has requested that any donations be made in Gregson's memory to the Center for Equine Health at the University of California at Davis, the Horsemen's Benevolent and Protective Association Retirement Fund, or Kids to the Cup, a program designed for young racing fans. Cabot Sons, Pasadena, directors. HARPER, Terence Passed away on June 1, 2000 after a brief illness. Born in Wichita, Kansas, on August 15, 1965, Terence is survived by a large, loving family, including his mother, Jewel Cyrus of Wichita; his longtime companion, Kase Waddell of Long Beach, CA and a devoted community of friends across the country. Funeral services will be held on Friday, June 9, 2:00 pm at VannGettis Funeral Services in Wichita.

A memorial service in Southern California will follow on June 17, location pending. HATAKEYAMA, Hanae, age 78, beloved wife of Isao Hatakeyama; mother of Elaine (Ray) Fukumoto and Bruce Hatakeyama; grandmother of Kelly and Brady Fukumoto; sister of Satoru (Kazuha) Nakai of New Jersey and Harue (Joe) Kawamoto; sister-in-law of Kiyoe, Fumio, and Misao Hatakeyama; also survived by nieces, nephews and other relatives. Funeral services will be held on Monday, June 12, from 7:30 P.M., Hompa Hongwanji Buddhist Temple 815 E. 1st Los Angeles. Fukui Mortuary, (213) 626-0441.

HAVER, Evelyn. Artist and lover of life. Dearly beloved mother of Brian, Debra, Michael and Scott Dosch. Loving sister of June Haver MacMurray and Dorothy Flynn. Devoted grandmother of Bridget, Tom and Emily Dosch and 5 other grandchildren.

Private family services Wednesday, Interment at Holy Cross Cemetery Gates Kingsley Gates Moeller Murphy Directors (310)395- 9988 HAZARIAN, Lena Forest Lawn Hollywood Hills. INOUYE, Michael M. Armstrong Family Directors JANDA, Ann Born October 27, 1925, Passed away June 4, 2000 after a long and valiant fight against cancer. Ann graduated in 1944 from St. Mary's Academy in Los Angeles, and has been a resident of Westchester of the past 45 years.

Ann is survived by her loving husband of 49 years, Bernard Janda of Austria. Services will be held at Holy Cross Mausoleum Large Chapel at 10:30 am on Thursday, June 8. In lieu of flowers, please make contributions to the American Cancer Fund. McCormick Mortuary (310) 677- 7101 KAPIN, Karl Neptune Society Brandow in 1981 to 1986. active in Los Anand arts community, of the Board of Los Angeles Music Company from San Marino home, Marino city council1982 and member Library Board of 1980 to 1990.

survived by his wife, Peter and Gregg; has asked that any be made to the Research Cen- are scheduled in the Church of W. Roses Road, Molina, Gloria H. Mosse, Abraham Munoz, Manuel Pecheco, Francisco E. Parsons, Michael Pillajo, Rosa M. Prior, Robert G.

Rudolph, Patricia Saenz, Domitila Skogstad, Leif Solomon, Robert Swangren, Stanley J. Tajiri, Gerald C. Turnquist, Viola E. Wahl, Janet L. White, Julie Yoshimura, Raymond KAUFMAN, Leroy Los Angeles passed away June 5th He is survived by his beloved wife Tippy, he was preceded in death by his first wife, Diana.

Father of Bonnie (George) Martin and step father of Bruce Kassel and Barbara Kassel. Services will be Wednesday June 7th at 11:00 am at Hillside Memorial Park, Mortuary Chapel. Hillside Mortuary 800-576-1994. KNOELL, Susan Marie A life-long educator, who made a career educating children in the Archdiocese of Los Angeles, died on Friday, June 2, 2000 at Citrus Valley Hospice in Covina, CA. Diagnosed with cancer in 1994, Miss Knoll waged an aggressive battle against the disease, and never let it conquer her spirit.

Miss Knoell was born in Santa Monica, California on August 12, 1942, to William and Nita Knoell. She attended Notre Dame Academy in West Los Angeles before entering the Sisters of Notre Dame in 1960. Her undergraduate and graduate work was done at Mount Saint Mary's College in Los Angeles. During her career, Miss Knoll served as an elementary school teacher and principal at St. Rose of Lima in Maywood, St.

Timothy's in Los Angeles, St. Bernadine of Siena in Woodland Hills, St. Matthias in Huntington Park, and St. Joan of Arc in West Los Angeles. After she withdrew from the Sisters of Notre Dame in 1980, she became principal of St.

Madeline's Elementary School in Pomona. In 1986, she was appointed Supervisor of Schools for the Archdiocesan Department of Catholie Schools for the San Gabriel Region. In 1988, Miss Knoll began working with the Archdiocesan Education Foundation and Development Office, serving as Director of Development Programs and Foundation Relations, and facilitating the Archdiocesan Tuition Award Program until her illness. Admired and beloved by her students, colleagues, a wide circle of friends, and all who knew her, Miss Knoll is survived by brothers, Michael and Richard Knoell, sistersin-law, Robyn and Paula, and lifelong friend, Helen Ronan. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to the Sisters of Notre Dame, 1776 Hendrix Thousand Oaks, CA 91360 and St.

Catherine's Military School, 215 N. Harbor Anaheim, CA 92805. Funeral Mass will be said on Saturday, June 10, 2000 at 9:00 am at Holy Cross Mausoleum, 5835 W. Slauson Culver City, CA 90230. Interment Holy Cross Cemetery.

Miss Knoll was entrusted to Calvary Mortuary (323) 261-3106. KROLAK, Ron went to his resting place June 4, 2000. Ron was a retired real estate broker and was known by his great sense of humor and laugh. He will be greatly missed by his wife, Joan Krolak; brother John (Betty) Krolak and his loving family and friends. A memorial mass will be held Thursday, June 8, 2000 at 11:00 am at St.

Mel Catholic Church. In lieu of flowers donations are encouraged to the American Heart Association or American Cancer Society. Lorenzen Mortuary, Reseda, Directors MARETSKY, Sanford (Sandy) Mount Sinai Mortuary. MASTERSON, Catherine Neptune Society MENDOZA, Consuelo Guerra Gutierrez 323-723-1125 MESIROW, David Scott (33) David was born April 8, 1967 and was killed May 21, 2000 in a skydiving accident in Taft, CA. David is survived by his mother and father, Mona and Marvin; brother Michael and sister-in-law Kathryn.

He will be dearly missed. Please join the family in remembering David at a memorial service to be held 2pm on June 25, 2000 at Air Adventures West in Taft, CA. Please call 818-999-4138 for infor- mation. MILLER, Sally E. Born October 8, 1909.

Passed away June 6, 2000. Beloved wife of the late Meyer Miller. Caring mother of Louis (Judith) and Bernard (Hildegard). Loving and devoted grandmother of seven and great -grandmother of eight. Services Thursday June 8, 2000, at 3 PM.

Mount Sinai Memorial Parks, Mount Sinai Mortuary. Beatrice Ward Challiss, 98, member of a pioneering Los Angeles family who helped develop the elite Hancock Park community. Her parents, Shirley C. Ward and Blanche Chandler Ward, moved to Los Angeles in 1888, and her father went on to help pass the bond issue that brought Owens River water to the area. Mrs.

Ward helped found the Ebell Club, the Friday Morning Club and the first nursery in Los Angeles. After attending the exclusive Marlborough School, Beatrice Ward went to UC Berkeley, where she was elected vice president of the newly formed Associated Students in her senior year, 1922-23. She married John Van Hoesen Challiss in 1926, lived briefly in Santa Barbara and then returned to Los Angeles, where she reared two daughters and, with her husband, founded the Windsor Square Assn. She also helped found the Hancock Park Art Council and was active in the Junior League of Los Angeles, which in 1993 gave her its Volunteerism Award for 51 years of community service. Challiss maintained a close association with Marlborough, earning its Woman of the Year Award in 1981.

But she never hesitated when she disagreed with school officials- vehemently opposing a planned expansion in 1988 that she felt would ruin the neighborhood. She lived in her own house in the area for 63 years. On Thursday in Los Angeles. RUDOLPH, Patricia Neptune Society SAENZ, I Domitila Guerra Gutierrez 323-723-1125 SKOGSTAD, Leif (79) Passed away on June 3, 2000 at USC University Hospital at the age of 79. He was an Engineer for Rocketdyne-Rockwell International for 39 years before retiring in 1992.

He is survived by his wife, Virginia a daughter, Vesla Greenwood; and two grandchildren, Philip Anna Greenwood. A memorial service will be held at a future date. Arrangements were made under the direction of Pierce Brothers Valley Oaks, Westlake Village 818- 889-0902. SOLOMON, Robert "Bob" Passed away on June 5, 2000 at age 55, after a four- -year battle with cancer. Beloved husband and soul mate of Nancy Solomon and loving father of Stacie and Scott Solomon.

He will be remembered for his endless love of family, life-long friendships, kindness and gentleness, unique sense of humor, and strong, spirit. He will be missed more than words can express. He is also survived by his father, Hyman Solomon; his sister and brother-in-law, Marilyn and Gilbert Wiener; and his sister, Arlene Solomon. He was "Uncle Bobby" to Debbie, Barry, Rich, Ron, Sarah, and Aaron. In lieu of flowers, donations made to the Wellness Community- Ventura, 530 Hampshire Westlake Village, CA 91362 or Hospice of the Conejo, 80 Hillcrest Ste.

204, Thousand Oaks, CA 91360 would be greatly appreciated. Funeral services will be held today, June 7, 2000 at 12 Noon at Hillside Mortuary Chapel. Hillside Mortuary (800)576-1994. SWANGREN, Dr. Stanley J.

(86) Died Sunday, June 4, 2000, at 86 in his Beverly Hills residence of 59 years. He is survived by his wife, Audrey, after a loving marriage of 63 years. He has four adoring daughters, Judy Bell of Laguna Niguel, Mary Johnson of Placentia, Donna Tombor and Suzette Winters, both of San Jose; three sonsin-law, eleven proud grandchildren, and eight great grandchildren. A graduate of Northwestern University, Stanley moved to Beverly Hills begin a prestigious dental practice of 49 years. Community leadership included: Founder and past president of the Beverly Hills Business and Professional Men's Association; vicepresident of the Junior Chamber of Commerce; member of the Identification Bureau of the Beverly Hills Police Department; a member and active leader of Good Shepherd Church for 63 years, Serra retreat leader of 25 years, and respected member of the Los Angeles Country Club for 55 years.

Dr. Swangren served as a naval dentist for three years in WWII and retired as a full commander 29 years later. A memorial Mass will be joyfully celebrated at Good Shepherd Church, 505 N. Bedford Beverly Hills, at 10 o'clock on Thursday morning, June 8, 2000. Donations can be made to Serra Retreat, 3401 Serra Road, Malibu, CA 90265 or to Good Shepherd Church.

TAJIRI, Gerald Craig (51) Passed away on June 4. Beloved son of George "Tripp" and Kimiyo "Kimi" Tajiri; nephew of Joe (Amy), Charlie Tajiri and May Imai; great nephew of Mitsuko Ikeda; many cousins and other relatives. Funeral service will be held on Friday, June 9, 2000 from at Gardena Buddhist Temple, 1517 W. 166th Gardena, CA. Kubota Nikkei Mortuary directors, (213) 749-1449.

Family requests that flowers be omitted. TURNQUIST, Viola Eckdahl Born April 2, 1904 in Los Angeles. Died June 6, 2000 of natural causes. Wife of Karl Turnquist, who died September 30, 1987 after 59 years of marriage. Loving mother of Karleen Turnquist Marienthal and son-in-law, Michael J.

Marienthal. Also survived by nieces, Virginia E. Cestari and Dorothy Parry; nephews, Donald Eckdahl and Richard Stedman; nine grandnieces and grandnephews. Funeral Service Friday, June 9, 2000 10:00 AM at Lutheran Church of the Cross, 24231 El Toro Road, Laguna Hills 92653. Private interment.

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