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MEBJ3B13OC 2005:03:19:21:16:34 1 03-20-05 su 1 CMYK OBITUARIES LOS ANGELES TIMES OC SUNDAY, MARCH 20, 2005 B13 Military Deaths Kids' Reading Room A great place for kids to laugh and learn. Every day in Calendar or Comics Plus. tr nr I To subscribe, Los Anoeies (Limes or call 1 800 visit myaccount.latimes.com LA TIMES. Humvee ran over a land mine in Shindand, Afghanistan. He was assigned to the 212th Military Police Company in Kitzingen, Germany.

Rocky D. Payne, 26, of Howell, Utah; specialist, Army. Payne was killed Wednesday when an improvised explosive device detonated near his Humvee south of Baghdad. He was assigned to the 497th Transportation Company, 44th Corps Support Battalion, 1st Corps Support Command at Ft. Lewis, Wash.

Joshua L. Torrence, 20, of Lexington, S.C.; lance corporal, Marine Corps. Torrence was killed Monday in enemy action in Iraq's Al Anbar province. He was assigned to the 2nd Assault Amphibian Battalion, 2nd Marine Division, 2nd Marine Expeditionary Force at Camp Lejeune, N.C. Nicholas E.

Wilson, 21, of Glendale, specialist, Army. Wilson was killed March 11 when his Humvee rolled over into a water-filled ditch after the shoulder of the road collapsed while he was on a roving patrol in Ramadi, Iraq. He was assigned to the 1st Battalion, 9th Infantry Regiment, 2nd Brigade Combat Team, 2nd Infantry Division at Camp Casey, South Korea. The Defense Department last week identified the following American military personnel killed in Iraq and Afghanistan: Donald D.Griffith 29, of Mechanicsville, Iowa; staff sergeant, Army. Griffith was killed March 11 in enemy action in Tal Afar, west of Mosul, Iraq.

He was assigned to the 2nd Squadron, 14th Cavalry Regiment at Ft. Lewis, Wash. Paul M. Heltzel, 39, of Baton Rouge, specialist, Army National Guard. Heltzel was killed Tuesday when a car bomb exploded while he was on a foot patrol in Baghdad.

He was assigned to the 2nd Battalion, 156th Infantry Regiment, 256th Brigade Combat Team, Army National Guard in Eunice, La. Ricky A. Kieffer, 36, of Ovid, staff sergeant, Army National Guard. Kieffer was killed Tuesday when his unit was attacked with small-arms fire in Baghdad. He was assigned to the 1st Battalion, 182nd Field Artillery Regiment (Multiple Launch Rocket System), Army National Guard in Detroit.

Shane M. Koele, 25, of Wayne, staff sergeant, Army. Koele died Wednesday of injuries suffered Tuesday when his Source: Department of Defense r2 Beatrice de Gea Los Live entertainment and the arts. Experience Calendar II. Every Sunday.

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Calvary Mortuary (323)261-3106 WALKER, Amelia February 16, 1916-March 10, 2005 Amelia passed away at the age of 89 surrounded by her family at her home. She was born in Chicago, IL on Feb. 1, 1916 and moved to California in 1953. She retired from Xerox El Segundo in 1980 and had a long retirement full of life. She is survived by her daughter, Pat Dawson; grandsons, Andrew and Ryan Dawson; granddaughter, Jennifer Dawson; and her very dear great- granddaughter, Alina Dawson.

WINDSOR, Queen Rose Mary Funeral Thursday, 8:30 AM, at the mortuary. Gates, Kingsley Gates Moeller Murphy Directors (310)395-9988. WOODLAND, Sally Duffy Born November 7, 1930 in Wheeling, West Virginia. Survived by her husband of 50 years, Irwin F. Woodland; her children, Connie Woodland (Robert Peterson), Patrick (Lisa), Joseph (Katherine), Fr.

Stephen Woodland, Bill (Linette), David, and Duffy (Tricia); and eleven grandchildren. Alumna of Mount de Chantal Academy in Wheeling, WV 1948. She was a graduate of the School of Nursing of St. Catherine Hospital, Brooklyn, New York in 1954. Sally and Irwin spent 50 happy years together living principally in Pacific Palisades, California and Seattle, Washington since 1989.

Funeral Mass was celebrated Thursday, March 17th, at St. James Cathedral, Seattle. Interment Tuesday, March 22nd, at 11:30 a.m. at the Risen Christ Chapel at Holy Cross Cemetery, 5835 West Slauson Culver Hoffner Fisher Harvey Seattle, Washington YOUNG, Forrest J. (82) Joe was born May 6, 1922.

He attended UCLA and USC. He served in the United States Navy in World War II and during the Korean War. Joe married Shirley Moore in 1948. He worked for Republic Supply Co. in Los Angeles and later in Phoenix.

Joe worked for Parker Boiler Co. in L.A. from 1963 until he retired. In 1998 the Young's returned to Scottsdale to be with their daughter, and granddaughters. Joe showed others that to give is better than to receive, new experiences should be embraced, and that love indeed conquers death.

Joe was preceded in death by his wife Shirley, and his parents Forrest and Fredelle Young. He is survived by daughter Susan McKelvey (John); granddaughters Holly Leckie (Bryce) and Alexis Gehringer (Mark); three greatgrandchildren, and sisters; Helen Young and Alberta Miller (Don). A celebration of Joe's life will be held in Phoenix. For Obituary Assistance call 1-800-528-4637 Ext. 77241 or 77242 CofiAnfleleeSRmee Angeles Times Times SO LDOFF, Josephine (84) Neptune Society (800)201-3315 SPARKIN, Elizabeth (80) Neptune Society (800)201-3315 SPEER, Mary A (74) Neptune Society (800)201-3315 STIGLER, Barry Alan (56) Dearly beloved and gifted son of Eric and dearly departed Rochelle, cherished and deeply loved brother of Laura (Marier) and Judy (Spitzer), beloved brother-in-law and great friend of Ken (Marier) and Dan (Spitzer), proud, loving, sweet uncle of Hunter Spitzer, devoted and adoring grandson of the late Kate, Joel, Sarah and Irving, loved and admired nephew of the late Sylvia, Paul (Shirley), the late Gerald (Delores) and Mark, kind and gentle cousin, dear, sweet friend to so many, died suddenly in his home in Los Angeles on March 1st.

He brightened the lives of all who knew him, as an actor, as a friend, or as a dear family member. Dearest Barry, your genius, your talent, your kind heart and your unparalleled sense-of-humor will be painfully missed and never, ever forgotten. Our love for you is profound, steadfast and forever. Our memories will keep us smiling and bring us so much joy, as you always did. May you rest in perfect peace and eternal light and love, dear, sweet, gentle soul.

Private services will be held for immediate family in Chicago. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Barry's name to the charity of your choice. A memorial will also be held in Los Angeles. For further information, please email: barrymemori- aladelphia.net. TAKAZUMI, Robert Takeo 75 Resident of Ana heim, passed away on March 15, 2005.

Veteran of the Ko rean Conflict. Be loved husband of Ruby E. Taka zumi; father of Valerie (Jeff) Brunner and Steve Takazumi and grandfather of Cole and Camryn; also survived by cousins and other relatives. Funeral, Friday, March 25, 11am at Orange County Buddhist Church, 909 S. Dale Anaheim, CA.

Fukui Mortuary Directors (213626-0441) TERRY, Maxine In Loving Memory Jan. 21, 1918 -Feb. 22,2005 Maxine (Crittenden) Terry, 87 years, was born and raised in Des Moines, Iowa, the youngest of three sisters. She moved to California at 19 years old where she later met and married Charles Terry. Maxine follows her husband Charles Terry, in passing by only five months.

They both died in their Arcadia home where they resided for 50 years. Maxine and Charles enjoyed 62 years of a wonderful marriage, and a full, rewarding life. Maxine was a loving and caring person dedicated to her family and friends. She was a woman of grace and beauty, a lady in the truest sense, and the glue that held her family together. Maxine volunteered for the Sierra Guild Children's Hospital.

Her interests included theatre arts, interior design, seashell collage and needlepoint. She walked daily with her friends; in her earlier years she played in a tennis league. She enjoyed traveling with her family and friends and hosting many wonderful social gatherings. Maxine is survived by her daughter, Nancy Terry of La Habra; granddaughter Dr. Teri Pokrajac of Irvine; grandson Jeff Pokrajac of Foothill Ranch; grandson-in -law Dr.

James Wells; and her great-granddaughter Gabriella Wells. A private interment was held at Rose Hills followed by a memorial held on March 5 at San Gabriel Country Club. She was loved by many and will be greatly missed. HOOPER, Grace Read Born June 7, 1904 i II 1 in Oakland, Califor- nia- Mrs. Hooper lived in Piedmont, CA until she entered Stanford University in 1922.

She graduated from Stanford University with a Bachelor of Arts in History in 1925. She also studied drama. She was a member of the Alpha Omicron Pi sorority. She did post graduate work in drama and taught drama in New York City at Barnard College in the late 1920's. She also traveled widely in Europe and Egypt at this time.

Mrs. Hooper taught at the Katherine Branson School in Ross, CA, and then returned to Stanford for her Secondary Teaching Credential. She was recruited in 1935 by Pomona College to be Social Director and Director of Residence. In 1937, she married Frederick R. Hooper, a mathematics and physics teacher at Webb School in Clare -mont.

They had a son, Robert Moore Hooper in 1940. Frederick Hooper was Head Master of Webb School from 1962 until his retirement in 1973. Mrs. Hooper maintained a close relationship with the students, parents, and faculty at Webb. In the Claremont community, she was President of the Parent-Faculty Association of Claremont, President of the Foothill Philharmonic Association, and an active fundraiser for the Los Angeles Philharmonic and the Music Center of Los Angeles County.

She was also President of the Claremont Shakespeare Club, Vice President of the League of Women Voters, and Treasurer of the Claremont Coordinating Council. Her nephews, Stephen W. Grae-ber of Alta Loma and Robert Read of Glendale, a niece, Constance Hoffner of Palo Alto, and a sister-in-law, Malou Reed of Hollywood, survive Mrs. Hooper. Services will be private.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be sent to the Casa Colina Foundation, 2850 North Garey Avenue, Pomona, CA 91767. Todd Memorial Chapel, Pomona, is in charge of arrangements. JACOBS, Edward Funeral service Sunday 1 P.M. at Mount Sinai Memorial Park Chapel, Los Angeles. (800) 300-0223 KROBER, Marjorie S.

Born October 17, 1913, passed away March 8, 2005. Resident of Marina del Rey, former long time resident of Santa Monica. Active real estate broker for over 40 years. Survived by her 3 children, 5 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren. You are welcome to attend a Memorial Service Thursday, March 24 at 2:00 P.M.

At the Little Chapel of the Dawn. Gates, Kingsley Gates Moeller Murphy (310)395-9988 LEE, Gwendolyn Rachel Born January 25, 1924 in Canada. Passed away March 18, 2005 in her residence with her family at her side. She was married to her husband Moss M. Lee for 58 years, she is also survived by her son Robert (Eileen) Lee and 2 granddaughters, Melissa and Kristin.

She was the best Wife, Mom and Grandma. Everyone that knew her was truly blessed. LEVIN, King Sol Beloved husband of Bea; adored father of Lauren and Cedric Minkin, Lydia Levin and Joel Kuperberg, Julie and Scott Kantrowitz; devoted and cherished grandfather of Rachel and Matthew Schulman, Ben, Rebecca and Jeremy Kuperberg, Sarah, Alana and Micah Kantrowitz. Wonderful son, brother, cousin, uncle and friend. A true mensch, good and kind; a lifelong collector and lover of history, especially all things Lincoln.

Forever in our hearts. Services 2 p.m., Sunday, March 20, at Eden Memorial Park, 11500 Sepulveda Blvd, Mission Hills. MEDVESKY, William Passed away March 16, 2005, in Los Angeles at the age of 53 years. He was born and raised in Norwood, MA and graduated from Norwood Sr. High School in 1969.

Bill received his Bachelor's degree in California. Survivors include his loving parents, William and Dorothy; his beloved sister, Carol, all of North Miami, FL; a lifelong friend, Bill Dickey of San Francisco, CA; along with other family and friends. Funeral Service 2:00 p.m. Saturday, March 26, 2005, at Fred Hunter's Funeral Home, 718 S. Federal Highway, Ft.

Lauderdale, FL, where friends may call after 1 :00 p.m. Cremation by Fred Hunter Crematory. If friends so desire, memorials may be directed to your local humane society. Bill will be in our hearts forever. Fred Hunter Memorial Services Ft.

Lauderdale, Florida 800-940-1550 MENDEZ, Jesusita P. Veiga-Robison (323) 728-0534 www.funeralinfo.com MULLIGAN, Richard Gorman Richard Gorman Mulligan died on Wednesday, March lb, AWo at nis nome in Oxnard. He was born December 24, 1922 in Atlantic Highland, New Jersey. He graduated from Pace College, New York and City College, New York. He served in the 36th Bombardment Squadron of the Eighth Air Force during World War II.

He was elected Fellow of the National Contracts Management Association in 1978. He retired as Vice President of Business and Finance from T.R.W. Electronics and Defense in 1986 after 26 years. He loved his family. He loved to watch football, especially High School games.

He was also a long time member of Santa Clara Catholic Church in Oxnard. Richard is survived by his wife, Beverly Jane Saul of fifty-five years; his three children, son, Richard Mulligan, daughters, Jane Merritt and Lynda Macdonald; four grandchildren, John Crerar, Christina Mulligan, Michael Mulligan and Timothy Mulligan. A visitation will be held Monday, March 21, 2005, from 5-8 p.m. with a 7 p.m. Rosary at Charles-Carroll Funeral Home, 15 Teloma Drive, Ventura.

Funeral Service will be held held on Tuesday, March 22, 2005 at 12 noon at Santa Clara Catholic Church, 323 South Street, Oxnard. Arrangements have been entrusted to the care of The James A. Reardon-Payton Mortuary at 511 North A Street, Oxnard. NISHIMURA, Shigeru Age 87, passed away on March 16, 2005 at the home of his son in Kent, Washington. Shigeru is survived by his son Dennis (Alva) Nishimura, daughter Arleen (William) Murray, and six grandchildren; Kory, Kent, and Evin Nishimura, Sumer (Mark) Wong, Melissa and Ryan Murray.

A memorial service will be held on March 23 at 1:00 pm at Green Hills Memorial Park, 27501 S. Western Ave, Rancho Palos Verdes, California 90247. Graveside service to follow. PICHETTE, Joseph C. Born in Northampton, MA on Sept.

2, He served the US Navy during WWII. Joe earned a Doctor of Chiropractic degree from L.A. Chiropractic College in 1948, and a B.A. in Biological Science from Cal State Dominguez Hills in 1974. He worked as a clinical lab tech for more than 30 years.

Joe died peacefully at his home in Harbor City, CA. He leaves wife Elizabeth, sons Joseph A. and Valton, daughter Mary Jo and granddaughter Summer Pichette. Memorial gathering was held at his home on March 19, 2005. PINDER, II, William C.

(69) Died March 16, 2005. Born May 4, 1935 in New Jersey. For 50 years he was a gifted salesman. He lived in San Marino from 1977 until he moved to Mission Viejo in 1996 and felt blessed to be surrounded by loving neighbors. Bill had a passion for cars, gardening and his Catholic faith.

He is preceded in death by his beloved wife, Donna. He is survived by his two children, Brian of Syracuse, UT and Elizabeth of Westlake Village, CA. Donations can be made in his name to the American Heart Association to fight heart disease at www.americanheart.org or 800-242-8721 or 1710 Gilbreth Burlingame, CA 94010 or Saddleback Memorial Foundation (Ref: his name and Heart Institute) 949-452-3962 or 24451 Health Center Drive, Laguna Hills, CA 92653. Visitation: Monday, March 21, 2005, 7:30 p.m., O'Connor Laguna Hills Mortuary. Funeral Services: St.

Kilian's Catholic Church, 26872 Estanciero, Mission Viejo, CA, Tuesday, March 22, 2005 at 10:30 a.m. Burial: Holy Cross Cemetery, Culver City, CA. PLANCK, Phillip Ver (83) Neptune Society (800)201-3315 For Obituary Assistance call 1-800-528-4637 Ext. 77241 or 77242 Doe Angeles gfanee To place an Obituary Notice Call Ms. Ryan or Ms.

Smith 1-800-528-4637 Ext. 77241 or Ext. 77242 Qoe Angeled Qfonce GOLDSTEIN, Harry Irving Born in Brooklyn, N.Y. on June 19, 1910 passed away in Palos Verdes Estates, CA. at the age of 94 on March 16, 2005.

Harry was an entrepreneur and a very successful businessman. He loved partying with his family and friends. Loving husband of Eleanor, devoted father of Fred (Gail) Leonard, Judy (Stan) Zuckerman, adored by his 8 grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren and 1 great, great granddaughter. He will be greatly missed by all and will live on in our hearts forever. Services to be held on March 21 at 11am.

Hillside Mortuary (800-576-1994) GOLMAN, Anne Rose Passed away March 16, 2005 at her home in Los Angeles after a long struggle with Parkinson's. Anne was born on August 14, 1925 in Detroit, Michigan and earned a bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy at Wayne State University. With her husband and children, she moved to Phoenix, Arizona in the early 60's and then to Los Angeles, where she was a resident for the past 41 years. Anne devoted her life to her family and friends. With fondness, she will always be known for opening her heart and home to everyone.

She was a wonderful hostess and the one who always brought the extended family together. A strong woman with a sweet disposition, she placed the needs of others before her own. For over 30 years, Anne was active in the Sisterhood of Sinai Temple, holding various positions and organizing many events, as well as serving on the Temple's Board of Directors. Her selfless giving of her time also included the PTA, the Girl Scouts and Boy Scouts. Anne will be missed, but will always live in the hearts of LeRoy, her devoted husband of 56 years; brother Herbert; daughter Janet (Bradley) Lieber and son David (Denise) Golman; loving grandchildren Dana and Ryan Lieber, Jessica and Matthew Golman; sisters-in-law Allene Goldman, Beatrice Golman, Dianne Goldman, Sheila Golman, Sherre Gladstone and brother in-law Alvin Golman; and numerous adoring nieces, nephews, cousins and dear friends in California, Arizona, Illinois, Texas, Israel and Australia.

Anne was preceded in death by her mother and father Frances and Benjamin Goldman, brother Albert Goldman and her son Richard. In lieu of flowers donations may be made in Anne's memory to the Sinai Temple Sisterhood Fund at 10400 Wilshire Blvd, LA, 90024 or Hadassah Metro Area at 455 S. Robertson, Beverly Hills, 90211. Memorial Services will take place on Monday, March 21, 2005 at 12:00 pm, at Mount Sinai Memorial Park, Hollywood Hills (800-600-0076). GREENBERG, Manny B.

Devoted husband to Marilyn; beloved father and father-in-law of Lenore and Barry, Debbie and Jim, David and Susan. Adored grandfather. Born in 1927 in Montreal, Canada. Services Tuesday, March 22, at 1:00 p.m. at Hillside Memorial Park (800)576-1994.

Donations in lieu of flowers to the American Heart Association or to the Leuke- mia, Lymphoma Society. GREGORY, George Passed away March 17, 2005, at home from natural causes. Gregory was born May 24, 1917, in Moscow, Russia to Max and Elsa Bergman. He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Gerry Gregory; their sons, Glenn (Corrine) Gregory of Bakersfield, and Gordon (Gayle) Gregory; their three grandchildren, Jayna, Taryn, and Kendra Gregory. He retired as Chairman and CEO of Products Research Chemical Corporation in 1989.

Services are 2 p.m. Tuesday at Mount Sinai Memorial Parks and Mortuaries Hollywood Hills (800)600-0076 HABIB, George John Of Woodland Hills, California, died at home on March 1, 2005. He served in the U.S. Army during WWII as a communications operator. He did free lance work in radio and theater in New York City and Chicago for seven years including acting, announcing and producing.

He was an Associate Producer for the TV Colgate Comedy Hours in the early 50's. By the end of the '50's he joined NBC as a Unit Production Manager. In 1960 he became the Manager of Unit Managers. In 1967 he was promoted to Director of Unit Managers where he served until his retirement on December 31, 1986. He is survived by a sister, Marion, a brother, Steve, numerous friends and two godchildren, Felicia and Greg.

His ashes were scattered off the coast of Point Lobos in California, where his wife, Peggy's ashes had been scattered previously. To place an Obituary Notice Call Ms. Ryan or Ms. Smith 1-800-528-4637 Ext. 77241 or Ext.

77242 Oos Angeles Stance contact Ms. Ryan or 77241 or Ext. 77242 OBITUARIES Bravin, Dr. Martin, Ph.D. Baker, Roscoe Benjamin, Michael S.

Blais, EarleC. Bruman, Henry Cebedo, Enrico Fulton, Elizabeth "Betty" Hay Garvin, Vincent E. Gearhart, Mary L. Goldstein, Harry Irving Golman, Anne Rose Greenberg, Manny B. Gregory, George Habib, George John Hooper, Grace Read Jacobs, Edward Krober, Marjorie S.

Lee, Gwendolyn Rachel Levin, King Sol Medvesky, Jr. William "Bill" Mendez, Jesusita P. Mulligan, Richard Gorman Nishimura, Shigeru Pichette, Joseph C. Pinder, II, William C. Planck, Phillip Ver Pransky, Jerome Charles Robinson, Gail McCurtain Rogers, Arlene Romo, Ellen Agnes (Stewart) Schmidt, Godfrey Jr.

Schneider, Robert Schwartz, Jacob Berl Soldof Josephine Sparkin, Elizabeth Speer, Mary A. Stigler, Barry Alan Takazumi, Robert Takeo Terry, Maxine Vega, Lourdes Walker, Amelia Ward, Sandy Windsor, Queen Rose Maey Woodland, Sally Duffy Young, Forrest J. BAKER, Roscoe (92) Neptune Society (800)201-3315 BENJAMIN, Michael S. Passed away on March 14, 2005. He was a devoted husband to Connie; beloved father of Sharon, Diane, Annie, William and Anna.

Michael is also survived by his father, Nathan Benjamin. Arrangements to be handled by Rose Hills Mortuary (562)699-0921. BLAIS, EarleC. (84) Neptune Society (800)201-3315 BRAVIN, Dr. Martin, Ph.

D. Died on March 1, 2005. Born August 9th 1926 in Brooklyn New York. Lived in North Hills, California. Known as Marty to those who were close to him.

Marty had a private practice as a psychologist, and researcher in Encino for the past 36 years. He enjoyed his family, friends, and writing poetry. As a husband, father, grandpa, healer, mentor and friend he will be missed by his loving wife of 56 years Marjorie and their children, son Mark, spouse Sara and grandchildren Isaac and Julia, son Michael, son Jonathan, spouse Alida and grandchildren Ashley and Jordan and daughter Deborah spouse Jim Rose and grandchildren Zachary and Rebecca and his sister Bea along with many friends and loved ones whom he touched while he was with us. BRUMAN, Henry (91) Neptune Society (800)201-3315 CEBEDO, Enrico Guerra-Gutierrez (323) 723-1125 www.funeralinfo.com FULTON, Elizabeth "Betty" Hay Peters was born in Paonia, Colorado on Feb. 16, 1923 to Sarah Hay Peters and John Peters.

She lived in Laguna Beach most of her life. A WAVE during WWII, she married Roger L. Fulton and had one daughter, Jacqueline F. Green; two grandchildren, Hank Yake and Jacqueline Carlton. Betty was a Real Estate Broker in Laguna Beach for many years.

She had lived with Jacque and Jack Green for the past two years in Wapato, WA. She passed away on March 16, 2005. She was preceded in death by her husband, Roger Fulton; her sister, Ann "Nancy" Peters Wolf; and her aunt, Elizabeth Condit Hay, and her parents. There will be a family and friends gathering at the Green Ranch on Thursday, March 24, 2005 at 5 p.m. for a celebration of Betty's life.

GARVIN, Vincent E. (84) Neptune Society (800)201-3315 GEARHART, Mary L. (Betty) Born October 19, 1927 in Los Angeles, California. Passed away March 17, 2005 in Los Angeles, California. A resident of Montebello, California, where she and her late husband Gerard C.

Gearhart raised their three daughters. Mary passed peacefully in her sleep with her family at her bedside. Mary is survived by her daughters. Candy (Rob) Verdi of LaVerne, California, Haroldine Karp of Calabasas, California and Michelle (Bob) Pash of Arcadia, California and grandchildren, Robbie, Ann-Marie and Jensen. She is the daughter of the late Arthur Arsenian and Ann Sherman-Arsenian.

The Rosary will be at Rose Hills Memorial Chapel, Whittier, California, at 7:00 PM on Tuesday, March 22, 2005. Services will be held at St. Benedict Catholic Church, 1022 W. Cleveland Montebello, California, at 9:00 AM on Wednesday, March 23, 2005. Graveside services to follow at Rose Hills Memorial Park.

ForObitu I Ms. Smith I or 1-800-5 ary Notices ith email: 528-4637 Ext. PRANSKY, Jerome Charles (Jerry) Passed away the morning of Friday, March 18, 2005 after a strong three-year battle with multiple myeloma. Jerry was a singular character. Though he was born in Los Angeles, Colorado and the Fiji Islands were also home.

A self-made man of amazing intellect and wit, he could not comprehend the words, "no," "can't," or "later." His fearless nature led him around the world and back. At each destination on his life's journey he left no one a stranger. In fact, his ability to connect with people often took him from one adventure to the next. Jerry owned and operated Intercontinental Financial Services, a commercial collection agency, for over 30 years prior to his retirement. In work as in life, the just way was the only way he knew.

His great success can be measured by his commitment and loyalty to his clients, most of whom he also called friends. Upon diagnosis, his attentions focused. Jerry used his unique sense of humor to make others feel at ease about his disease, he became actively involved with the efforts of the International Myeloma Foundation, and he spent much time with his loved ones. Despite dying at the age of 62, he was forever a child in his mind. He is survived by his wife, Francoise Gerard Pransky; and his adult children, Jeffrey Myer and Jennifer Felice Pransky.

A memorial service will be held at Hillside Memorial Park and Mortuary, 6001 Centinela Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90045, at 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, March 20, 2005. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Jerry's memory to the International Myeloma Foundation, 12650 Riverside Drive, 206, North Hollywood, CA 91607, phone (800)452-2873. Hillside Mortuary (800) 576-19M ROBINSON, Gail McCurtain Died at home in Laguna Hills on March 5, 2005. She was 67.

Born on June 17, 1937 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, she was adopted by Randolph Green and Eloise Evans McCurtain of the Choctaw and Potawatomi Indian Tribes in Oklahoma. She graduated from the University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma (USAO), which in 1959 was the Oklahoma College for Women, in Chickasha, Oklahoma. She moved to southern California in 1960 to pursue a teaching career, where she met her husband, David Alexander Robinson, who died in 1982. Gail's son, Dana Alexander Robinson, died in 1990 at the age of 28. Gail is survived by her daughter, Randi Shawn Stellar (husband David), and grandson, Alexander David Stellar, of Cardiff by the Sea, California; and a brother, Michael McCurtain of Kansas City.

Gail worked for 25 years as an office administrator for Drs. Hunter, Schuetz and Lenthall, whose practice was largely comprised of Leisure World residents. She was well-known and loved by many of the patients over the years. Gail was an avid reader, she would read the Los Angeles Times daily from cover to cover, and then complete the crossword puzzle in pen! A burial at sea memorial is planned for Friday, April 1, 2005 at 2:00 p.m. from Dana Point Harbor, with Celebration of Life to follow.

Please contact Randi Stellar at email: riendsofGailRobins on cox.net if interested in attending. The family requests in lieu of flowers, please make a donation in Gail's memory to the American Cancer Society. ROGERS, Arlene (83) Neptune Society (800)201-3315 ROMO, Ellen Agnes (Stewart) (Age 67) A resident of the Antelope Valley, went to be with our Lord in Heaven on March 10, 2005. Born in Glasgow, Scotland, she came to the U.S. in the 1960's and soon married our father Ralph Romo of Santa Monica.

Ellen is survived by six children, 12 grandchildren and four greatgrandchildren. Our mother loved growing roses, dancing, literature, walking on the beach and desert sunrises. Most of all she loved her family and we will cherish her memory forever. Services were private. SCHMIDT, Godfrey Jr.

Born November 24, 1913 in Los Angeles and died March 17, 2005. A third generation Angelino, he was a stock broker for more than 40 years with E.F. Hutton and was the voice of the company's radio broadcast in the early 40's. He enjoyed traveling and was a dedicated fly fisherman. He is survived by his wife of 67 years, Carmela Schmidt; his son, James Schmidt; granddaughters, Melinda Panagiotacopulos and Christina Oghigian, and three great-granddaughters.

A Memorial Service will be held Tuesday at 11:00 a.m. at the Church of Our Saviour in San Gabriel. In lieu of flowers, please send a donation to the Salvation Army. Cabot Sons, Directors, Pasadena SCHNEIDER, Robert (86) Neptune Society (800)201-3315 SCHWARTZ, Jacob Berl Devoted husband to the late Brenda; beloved father and father-in-law of Jeffrey, Annie, Margery, Susan, Ray, Louise, Charles, Karen and Alain; adored grandfather of Maxine, Teddy, Lily, Stella, Madison, Adelaide, Samuel and Harrison; cherished uncle of Cathy (Ed) and Nancy (Dean) and loyal friend to countless. Born in 1926, an L.A.

native and businessman, Berl was a lifelong devotee of the beach and music. Services Tuesday March 22, 2005 at 12 noon at Hillside Memorial Park, (800)576-19M QoAngele6 (Suites To place an Obituary Notice Call Ms. Ryan or Ms. Smith 1-800-528-4637 Ext. 77241 or Ext.

77242 or email: paidobitslatimes.com Cos Angeles Qlunes Sandy Ward Respected Character Actor over 50 years Sandy Ward portrayed many characters over the years, including Quentin, in The Perfect Storm, Logger Pete, in Malcolm in the Middle. Murder She Wrote, Jag, Seinfeld, Under Siege to name a few. Sandy portrayed "Hank" in the award winning AFI Short Film, Hank Edgar. Sandy lived his life as he did in all of his films BIG. He was truly larger than life.

He was loved by everyone that met him and respected by all he worked with. His professionalism and good nature endeared him to his longstanding relationship with his agent at 20th Century Artists Pinnacle. He is survived by his loving and devoted wife, Irene Krinsky-Ward; daughters, Leslie Acosta, her husband Phil, Cari Bruce, Leslye Page, her husband Kerry; and son, Scott Krinsky. Award winning Papa Sandy to Tammy, Blake, Taylor, Cody, and Barbara. Brother of Eileen Elkins, Uncle to Lisa and Dolly.

In addition, he is survived by many wonderful and loyal friends, including Sidney Tendler, Fran Mellen, Sara Jones, John Crawford, Ann Wakefield, Dave Thomas, Kathleen Bailey and Sharon Johnson. Services private. In lieu of flowers donations in Sandy's name to American Film Institute, Attention John Campbell, 2021 North Western Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90027 (323) 856-7600. A celebration of this glorious man's life will be held in April. For information you can email ikrinskymsn.com.

He was a great man and will not be easily forgotten. To place an Obituary Notice Call Ms. Ryan or Ms. Smith 1-800-528-4637 Ext. 77241 or Ext.

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