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A lection of the Sm FimkUco Sunday Euminei and Chiuiuib SAN FRANCISCO EXAMINER Sunday, December 1 2, 1 999 C-15 Death Notices Funeral Directors STERNER, Margaret Agnei A native of Washington. D.C, died In Burlingame on December 9th, 1999: she was 78 years of age. She is survived by her beloved husband of 59 years. Ross Sterner; her beloved daughter Margie Sterner: her loving sisters Mary Douglas and Eleanor Isac. She was the cherished Ooma to Don Lovell and Michael Lovell: and the dear great Ooma to Victoria and Dfllan Lovell.

Margaret was preceded In death by her beloved daughter, Barbara Lovell. Calling hours will be today from S-9pm, with a 7pm Vigil Service at SNEIDER and SULLIVAN Funeral Home. 977 S. El Camino Real, San Mateo. Mass will be celebrated on Monday, 12 Noon at St.

Timothy's Catholic LEKAS. George John Passed away In Oaklandon Monday, December 6, 1999 after a long battle with Alzheimer's disease. Born 1914 as George John Petrolekas In Harakas, Lakonla, Greece, he graduated with a degree In Law from the University In Athens; fought at the Albanian Front In 1940-4 1 and loined In the Greek Resistance against the Nazi occupation In WWII. He Immigrated to the United States In 1946 and studied Business Administration at UC Berkeley and earned his degree from Birmingham (Alabama) Southern College. A resident of Oakland since 1951.

he worked as a Public Accountant In San Francisco and Oakland. During 1967-74 he actively opposed the Greek military dictatorship in Greece. He was a member of several organizations. Including the Turtles and AHE-PA-Chapter 171. and a founding member of Ihe Hellenic American Professolnal Society, the Society of Greek Arts, and the Modern Greek Studies Foundation.

Throughout his life he contributed generously to numerous philanthropic and cultural causes and helped many Greek students and Immigrants settle In the U.S. George Is survived by his devoted wife of 49 years. Cleo; his three loving children John and Eula of Berkeley, and Nick and daughter-in-law Melanle; grandchildren Jesse. Tony. Callle and Katie of Los Angeles.

He Is also survived by brother Christ and sister-in-law Alexandria of Oakland: sisters Vaslllkl and Koula: and brothers Sotirl and Panagioti of Greece; numerous cousins, nieces and nephews: and preceded In death by brothers Constantlne and Michael. Funeral Services shall be held at the Greek Orthodox Cathedral. 4700 Lincoln Avenue, Oakland on Monday. December 13th at 1PM. Following Burial at Mountain View Cemetery on Piedmont Avenue.

Trls-agion Service will be held at Chapel of the Chimes. 4499 Piedmont Avenue on Sunday, December 12th at 7PM. Donations in his memory may be sent to Oakland's Greek Orthodox Cathedral, the Alzheimer's Association and San Francisco State's Modern Greek Studies Foundation. ANDERSON, SigridE. ATKINSON, Bemice 'Bunny' BARBIER, William BERTOLUCCI, Louie BILLEDO, Antonio Sequerra BIORDI, Lola Giustl BRENDEMUHL, Vlvtenne Rose BUSH, Una Clause CAPRIOTTI, Rudolph J.

CHAPOT, Anthony DeTOMASI, Renato DRESHER, Robin Kirck GONZALEZ, Bernardo GROSSMAN, Aubrey GUNN, Edward Peter HENDERSON, Sharon HIRSTIO, Veikko HSU, Shao-Chang LEGGETT, Carol J. LEKAS, George John LOTT, Robert Douglas LOUIE, Lorraine MATTHEWS, Rita M. MELVIN, BethelS. NISSEN, Nelson B. PANELLI, R.Marion PEN Jose POCHINI, Renzo POWERS, David Edward ROBLES, Lois Anne STERNER, Margaret Agnes SUGIHARA, Michael Frank THAL, Bernhardt TIGHE, Dolores A.

TWOMBLY.Janet Elizabeth VON BRETZEL, Nancy Cook DeTOMASI, Renato In San Ramon December 8, 1999. Beloved husband of the late Vivian DeTomasi; loving father of Lloyd C. DeTomasI and Yvonne L. Olsen; loving father-in-law of Martha DeTomasI and Kenneth F. Olson; also survived by seven grandchildren and five great grandchildren and nieces In Italy.

A member of the Diamond Senior Center, a resident of San Francisco for 80 years. Friends may call Saturday 2 PM to 4 PM and after 12 noon on Sunday at the CHAPELS OF ARTHUR J. SULLIVAN 2254 Market bet 15th 16th Sis. and are Invited to the funeral Monday at 10: 15 AM at the mortuary then to Most Holy Redeemer Church for a Funeral Mass at 11 AM. Entombment In the Italian Cemetery.

Rosary Sunday aflernoon at 4PM at the mortuary. A SULLIVAN FAMILY SERVICE (415) 621-4567 DRESHER, Robin Klrcft A champion of new music and an Influential producer of Innovative music theatre since the 70s. died on December 4 at the age of 53. She was Instrumental In bringing bold and ambitious new music and music theatre tothe Bay Area. Asa tireless fund-raiser, promoter and producer, she Is credited with helping to establish the Importance of emerging experimental music tendencies which encompassed minimalism.

rock-Infused and world music based styles as well as builders of new instruments and sound Installations. Over twenty years she produced Important works by Paul Dresher, Anthony Davis. Phil Glass. Peter Sellars, Jon Hassell, Rinde Eckert and George Coates. She began her career at the Center for Contemporary Music at Mills College, where she was Administrative Director from 197010 1980.

In 1981 she produced New Music America in San Francisco, a nationally acclaimed festival of experimental music. In 1976 she created the 'Speaking of Music' series at the Exploratorlum which she produced until 1983. when she became the Associate Director of the American Music Center in New York. In 1984 Robin and Paul Dresher founded the Paul Dresher Ensemble. She served as the Ensemble's Executive Director and worked diligently to establish the Ensemble as a vigorous ongoing presence on the local and national scene.

The couple was married In 1986. Her commitment to her community entered the public arena when she produced 'Aid and Comfort', a benefit concert and dinner sponsored by the University of California at Berkeley and leading Bay Area restaurants. Hosted by Laurie Anderson and Bobbie McFerrin, the event featured Philip Glass, the Kronos Quartet. Herbie Hancock and John Adams with the Berkeley Symphony. This event contrlbed more ashley Mcmullen funeral directors UOOGearyBlvd.

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415-334-5093 Monuments V.FONTANA&CO. Manufacturing Business since 1921 Fontana Building, Colma, CA 650-755-4510 cJ James Alexander (Alastair) Scott, friendly SF salesman, "Scotty," died Oct 28, 1999, in Colorado Springs. CO. Bora on April 8. 1915 in Glencoe, Ontario, he grew up in Berkeley, attending Williams, Berkeley High, UC Extension, and Guelph (Canada).

His pharmacist father ran the Mattel St. Owl Drug Siore. Before WW II, Scott was Boy Scoutmaster A Commissioner, then SF Air Raid Warden. He served as an Army Air Force Medic, 1942-5. He married Barbara Harper (1917-991 of Valiejo in 1945.

Their only child, Katherine Siurdevant. is a hislonan in Colo. Spgs. with her husband. Rick.

Scoity was also "Uncle Al" 10 Bay Area nieces and nephews. Active postwar members of SF Quaker meeting, the Scotls lived on Franklin Si. (1947-571 then 41rd 1957-. A popular figure in SF retail (Wdlgreens, True Value. Auio-Torium, Value Giant).

Scony was tall, intelligent, and a great storyteller. He loved 10 walk, paint, phexograph and wnte about San Francisco. Memorial contributions to Pikes Peak Hospice: 3630 Sinton Road, Suite 302, Colorado Springs, CO 80907. Scoity or and Barbara say goodbye to their beloved City and friends. tV V'-' Ic 0 Harisn, 1515 uoian san Mateo, tn-tombment will follow at Skylawn Memorial Park.

San Mateo. The family requests that memorial donations be made in Margaret's name to the American Cancer Society at 1720 S. Amphlett. 220. SanMateo.

A 94402 andor the American Lung Association at 2171 Junlpero Serra, Ste. 720. Daly City. CA 94014. SUGIHARA.

Michael Frank Passed away peacefully at his home In San Francisco on Dec. 7, 1999 after a lengthy stuggle with cancer of the liver. Michael was 44 years old. A graduate of Stanford University In engineering, former vice president at OUME (a computer hardware manufacturer) and finally vice president of MWA Consulting, inc. of Palo Alto, an industry-analyst organization that focuses on printing and Imaging Issues.

He is survived by parents, Frank and Suml Sugihara of Pinole; sister, Dr. Corlnne Sugihara Jaffe of Irvine; brother-in-law Bruce Philip Jaffe: niece. Nicole Klki Jaffe: grandparents. Iwao and Ayako Ozawa; a dear friend and partner. Dirk Burns: and many uncles, aunts and cousins.

As requested, funeral services will not be conducted. A private memorial Is scheduled. Donations may be made to TRIO. Trans- Recipients International Organiza-lon. 1000 16th Street, W.

Suite 602. Washington. D.C. 20036. THAL.

Bernhardt Retired Berkeley optometrist, died at his home in Kensington. He was 82. The native of Toledo. Ohio lived in Berkeley and Kensington for over 53 years. He received his bachelor's degree In Conservation of Wildlife and Natural Resources from Colorado State College In 1939.

and earned a degree in optometry from the University of California In 1948. He began his practice of optometry In Berkeley In 1954 and retired In 1983. In 1954 he co-founded California Vision Services (now Vision Service Plan) and served as its first president until 1960. He continued to serve as a board member and actuary until 1970. The concept of prepaid vision care was developed by Dr.

Thai and others in the Alameda-Contra Costa County Optometrlc Society. This concept grew to a one billion-dollar business for Vision Service Plan by Its 45th birthday. The California and American Optometrlc Associations, by resolution of their Houses of Delegates, acknowledged Dr. Bernhardt Thai as the 'Father of Prepaid Vision Care'. In 1958 he founded the optometrlc assistants' program at Merrltt College in Oakland and served on Its Board of Advisors until 1965.

In 1970 Governor Ronald Reagan appointed him to the State Board of Optometry, where he served as president from 1973 to 1975. Dr. Thai's honors Include the California Optometrlc Association Distinguished Service Award. Optometrist of the Year Award. Outstanding Service Award and University of California School of Optometry Alumnus of the Year Award.

He received the Alta Bates-Herrick Hospital Foundation Outstanding Service Award and Distinguished Service Award. During World War II he served with distinction in the South Pacific flying B-25s. He was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross, eight Air Medals and a Presidential Citation. His community activities included Chairman of the Visiting Nurses Association Board of Directors. Berkeley Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors.

Chairman of the Alta Bates-Herrick Hospital Foundation Board of Trustees. Alta Bates Corporation Board and Alta Bates-Herrick Hospital Board. Survived by wife of 57 years. Betty; son, Larry of Lafayette: and granddaughters Danielle, Nicole and Arlelle. Family servles were held at Home of Eternity In Oakland on Friday.

Memorial gifts to Alta Bates-Herrick Hospital Foundation, 2450 Ashby Avenue. Berkeley or University of California School of Optometry, Attention Dean, Berkeley, California 94720-2020. TIGHE. Dolores A. Passed away peacefully in Pacifica on December 5.

1999 at the age of 82. A native of Minnesota. She was the loving mother of Jerrold Tighe and Joanne Nuyens; dear grandmother of Eric. Damon end Shandor Tighe; also survived by many nieces, nephews and cousins. Dolores was a dedicated San Francisco school teacher for over 30 years and actively involved with the Californa Retired Teachers Assoc.

She graduated from St. Cloud University in Minnesota. After retiring, she spent much of her leisure time enjoying traveling, gardening and attending the opera, ymphony and plays. Family and friends are Invited to attend a Memorial Service Thursday, Dec. 16 at 10:00 AM at St.

Finn Barr Church, 415 Edna San Francisco. Donations may be made to your favorite charity. TWOMBLY. Janet Elizabeth At rest Dec 3, 1999 In Mt. View, Ca.

after a 5 year battle with leukemia. She was a native of New Jersey and was raised in Walnut Creek, Ca. She was a resident of Cupertino aged 33 years. She was a graduate of the Reed College of Portland, OR and a former medical secretary for the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine. She was a member of the St.

Jude'S Episcopal Church of Cupertino and is survived by her husband. Ian 'Xander' Twombly; 8, son Allistalr Twombly both of Cupertino; her mother step-father Jennifer Brodie 81 Bob Brownbridge of Walnut Creek; her father step-mother David Diane Rowe of Oakland; her sister, Helen Rowe of Colorado: grandmother Beryl Macintosh of England. Memorial Services will be conducted on Dec 14. At 4 pm at the St. Jude's Episcopal Church.

McClellan Rd. Stelling Cupertino. Contributions to the Leukemia Society of America. 832 Folsom 9th. San Francisco.

Ca. 94107-1142 or the Wellness Community. 3276 McNott Walnut Creek. Ca. 94596 are preferred.

CUNNINGHAM'S AFFORDABLE BURIAL 8, CREMATION CENTERS. Santa Clara. 408-298-9500. VON BRETZEL. Nancy Cook Passed gently on her journey December 5.

1999 In San Francisco. Beloved daughter of Dorothy and the late Ruffin Cook; loving sister of Susan Cook and beloved friend and mentor to the hundreds of lives she touched. A strong advocate for social justice, she taught In the School of Social Work. F. State Univ.

She served the homeless, disadvantaged, and others In crisis as social worker In the SFGH ER. while she maintained her private psychotherapy practice. Asa Fulbrlght scholar she brought modern methods of social work to Bulgaria and was named 1995 International Social Worker of the Year by the National Association of Social Workers. Truly Spirlt-in-Action! Funeral Services will be private. A Memorial Service will be held in late January.

Donations may be sent to the Nancy Cook Von Bretzel Bulgaria Memorial Fund, co 512 Perry Pacifica, CA 94044. In Memoriam Plstolesl. James M. 9244-1 21 298 Missing you every day. Out of sight out of mind? Those who think like that never loved or knew a son like mine.

You'll always remain in my heart. Love always. Mom. LOVED ONES THIS HOLIDAY SEASON With a Special 'Holiday Remembrances' In Memoriam On Sunday, December 19, 1999 The San Francisco Sunday Examiner Chronicle Presents this special section. You can place an In Memoriam for just $3.86 per line! There Is a 3 line minimum and Your greeting must be in by 12:00 Noon on Wednesday.

December 15. 1999. Call us at 415-777-7320 or Fax it to 415-543-1536 or e-mail It to us at forddeskesfna.com Be sure to include your name, address and telephone number! Dr. Hun Want, itamtotakl, urticti Wafer. 1st mi nMorwl, ii Dfttmtw 5, 1 It tr of Horn in Ham.

(imam, I)r. Warn anted i Phi) in hrtnry the I'nwraly of Murnlir under Iht noted 5n 1 hwkif an Kill birth Mote embarking on hit medical career wniie amine: as foreign F.dilor for the Berliner Kreu; Zeilung, lie as awarded an Euhange Idlimriip 10 Iht Institute of International I dixaliw II Ihe ulumhia I Inwrsily School of toumalism. In New York, he mel and married I dub Suiro l.oetwmlein. In 191). follomng in additional year at ihe nempaprr in Berlin.

Ik Waine and hit family emigrated to Ihe IniledSlales when Miller abolished inkpend-ml journalism. Or mine then decided to pursue a career hi medicine Alter graduation from Harvard Medical School in 19)7. be served hit inlemship and residency at the I mwrsiiy of California Hospital in San Tnncisro foilmted by a fellowship hi rhnimiiology under Ik Waller Bauer it the Massacraisctlsljeneral Hospilal in Buslin. Thereafter. I)r mine was elected by Dr.

(nuer as his associate in Ihe newh esuMnhed and soon 10 become worMlamoMrthntis llniloftheM.G.11. There, and later in San Francisco, he did rmnvwini clinical research work in tlm new held of rbeiffltatnlify. aulhonng alone and with others ewer thirty puhiicatioiK related to arthritis and rtmiiraiism irooi these yean 00. lie developed a special utieresl in osieoarlhmis or ckgcixrali arthritis and was 1 recognued aulhmty in the disease. bi 1950.

Ik Warn returned to Boston to htcnme Ihe first Medical Director of the Massachusetts duplet of Anhnln Fniadatiiari. tticf of Staff ot the Boston Ihspnmry. Direclor ot the Krmmatic Ihstsr Training Program ot Ihe lutes-New tngland Medical (enler, and Protrssor of MedKine it Tufts laMrstl) Sxhool of KMkine. In his work with the Arthritis Foundation, he led Ine rITofl to establish oulpatienl clinics for the Ireaiment of rheumatic diseases throughout New ngland. He Iraveled otlen.

far and wide to these clinics in Massachiwlls and Ihe northern New tngland slates to train praclinng MiMtwrs. nurses, therapists, social workm. and others in the proper diagnosis and treatment of paiientsalTlicled witltarinnlts. Ik Waine was an enlhusiaslic inspiring, and valued teacher of Fellows in rtwumalokwy. residents and medical students, bolh al his own institutions and in other training programs.

In his role as (liairman of Grants at the National Institute of Arthnlis and Metabolic Diseases. Dr. Waine oversaw research and training at medical schools nalionwide. Ik. waine wasa rwmtsaol larrrr KS3loUll societies, serving as an oilicer and on nutnerous commit tees lor orpnizaiions reined to his medial work.

He was also 1 freqm! npm wilncsfw Congraorel retaline 10 the lunding ot resnrcnandleacning. Dr. Hubert Caplan of Newton. Massachusetts, 1 former stu dent, colleague, and close Inentol Ik. Warn speaks ot lust plan skills and accomplishments as a dinkian.

teacher, researcher, medical journalist, and administrator. His pioneering work in leading Ihe ctTort to control arthritis and rheumatism. Ihe most common of all chrome diseases in the US A was most benefical to patients and their tallies and truly inspiring for his students and colleagues, In addition to his pixiiessioral careers, Hans Waine was an avid sailor, cruising the New England coast as often as possible accom panied by his wile and mends. He was also an accompnsneo ami teur horliculturalist. winning numerous awards in trie ttoston Flower Show.

In retirement, he made use 01 his editorial nperi- ence by editing ponions of Familiar Medical Quotations, and by editing newsletters and publtcaltom cri several organisations 01 which he was a member. He was a member of the St. Botolph Club of Boston. theCambhdge Boat Club, Ihe Pelagic SailingClub and the New bedlord Yacht Club. The Waines lived in Wst Newton.

Massachusetts, on Beacon Hill in Boston and in San Francisco during mosl of Ik. Waine's proles- sional career, and in South Dartmnulh. Massachusetts and at Loomis Village in South Hadley, Massachusetts during their retire ment yean. Dr. Waine is survived by hr wife.

Edith, and by three children. Martin of Greenwich, a. Kenneth of Marathon. FL and Peter of Maryland. A daughter.

Susan died in 19. 1 he Waines ht dren and great granddtiklrai living 1 omecticut andNewtoitt. A memorial is planned for nnl summer at Sailers Point in South Dartmouth. Massachusetts where Ihe Waine family has sprnlsumrrtnforoverfony yean. Contnbutions in Ik Hans Waines memory may be made to the Hanard Medical School tor research on health and deveiopment in eariy childhood.

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Mine ctfubw tn Ms sua hum "if tret Urn nut anode mill tctul nunto al printer) teei LOTT. Robert Douglas Of F. died Wed. at Laguna Honda Hospital after an extended illness, age 73. He taught Spanish at Lowell H.S.

He is survived by his aunt Helen Johnson of Cathlamet. WA; first cousins. Jackie Kalani of Kona. HI. Jeannie Garcia of Portland and Ray Anders of Seattle.

Scattering of ashes will take place In Hawaii. HOGAN. SULLLIVAN 8. BIANCO (415) 664-2413 LOUIE. Lorraine Passed away peacefully at her home In New York City on November 20, 1999.

Lorraine was cherished by her husband, Daniel Pelavin: and adored by her daughters, Anna and Molly. She was the dear daughter of Kang S. Louie; and the dear sister of Chui Kum Eng. Frank, Louise and Lillian Louie. Lorraine Louie was born October 14, 1955 In San Francisco, California.

She attended Lowell High School and graduated from the California College of Arts Crafts with a degree In Graphic Design. In 1982, Lorraine moved to New York City to pursue her career In graphic design. New York proved to be the place that presented Lorraine with opportunities to challenge and showcase her design talents. Lorraine did many cover designs for books from Random House, Knopf. Atlantic Monthly and Ecco Press.

She created the format for the Vintage Contemporary series of paperback books, and designed covers for popular novels such as "Bright Lights. Big "Ellen Foster" and The Joy Luck Lorraine's work has been profiled In both Newsweek and Esquire magazines and trade publications such as How and Print. She is included In "A History of Graphic Design" by Phil Meggs. In recent years, Lorraine donated her talents to designing posters for fundralslng events such as the Taste of Trlbeca that benefited the local public schools. No Funeral Services will be held.

A Remembrance will be held In San Francisco at a future date. Donations may be made in Lorraine Louie's memory to GILD A' CLUB, 195 West Houston Street. New York, NY 10014. MATTHEWS. Rita M.

On 12699 In San Francisco. Beloved wife of the late Jerry D. Matthews: loving sister of the late Frank Cuneo: devoted sister-in-law of Olga Cu-neo; cherished aunt of Garrett (llona) Cuneo. Christina (John) Baliel, Erlka and Garrett Cuneo. At her request.

Private Family Services were held. Entombment Holy Cross Cemetery. HALSTED N.GRAY CAREW 8, ENGLISH MELVIN. Bethel S. In San Francisco.

December 9. 1999. Beloved wife of the late George Melvln; loving mother of Michael G. Melvln; dearest grandmother of six: and great grandmother of six. Aged 92.

Former President and Member of Board of Directors SF Branch of California Music Teachers Association. At her request private services will be held. Donations in her memory can be made to the Bethel Melvln Scholarship Fund SF Music Teachers Association are preferred. Funeral Services under the direction of DRISCOLL-COMISKY-ROCHE MORTUARY. 415-826-6300 NISSEN, Nelson B.

Of Belmont. A passed away after a long illness on December 7, 1999 at the age of 78. He was predeceased by a son. Steven. He leaves his wife of 57 years, Barbara; and three children, Karen Nlssen of Sonora, Naida (David) Hart of Areata.

Peter Nlssenof Alaska: and two grandchildren Megan and Ben of Areata. He worked for Argonaut Ins. Co. for 31 years. At the time of his retirement he was a Vice President In charge of safely, and at one time served as President of Veterans for Safety.

He was a member of Veterans of Foreign Wars. Golden Gate Chapter of the American Merchant Marine Veterans, American Society of Safety Engineers, San Francisco Chapter-Region 1. Oakland Scottish Rite. Aahmes Shrine Temlple. Masonic Oakland Durant Rockridge Lodge188.

Nelson loved the mountains and the shore. The lure of the world took he and his wife to more than 40 countries in their travels. Family and friends are invited to attend the funeral service at 11 a.m. at Church of the Good Shepherd. 1300 Fifth Belmont.

Interment will follow at Skylawn Memorial Park. Visitation will be at Dug-gan's Carlmont Chapel, 1101 Alameda de las Pulgas, Belmont on Sunday December 12, from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.. Contributions In his name to Shriners Hospital for Children. 2425 Stockton Sacramento, CA 95817 are preferred in lieu of flowers.

DUGGAN'S BELMONT (650) 591-8218 PANELLI, R. Marlon Born Aug. 2. 1927. Died December 6, 1999.

Of Verdi. NV. Loving wife of Glulio Panelll; beloved mother of Richard and Paul: dear grandmother of John-Paul, Brian, and Amy; daughter of Rose Qullici; sister of Angle and Louise. Private services at sea In Hawaii. Memorial donations preferred to Dominican Sisters Hospital Fund, 1555 Soquel Santa Cruz, CA 95065.

Arrangements by CUSI-MANO FAMILY COLONIAL MORTUARY. Mtn.Vlew. PENA. Jose Passed away on December 10. 1999 In Daly City at the age of 74 years.

Beloved Wife, Sons, Daughters, and Grandchildren. Families and Friends may visit Sunday and Monday from 12 PM to 9 PM. and are Invited to attend a Vigil Service on Monday at 7:00 PM. at VALENCIA STREET SERRA MORTUARY, 1465 Valencia Street. F.

Procession on Tuesday at 9:30 A.M. from the mortuary, thence to Mission Dolores Church where the Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10:00 A.M. Committal at Greenlawn Memorial Park. VALENCIA STREET SERRA MORTUARY 415-970-8801 POCHINI, Renzo Died December 8, 1999 age 75. Beloved husband of Carol: and loving father to Bob and Judy Pochinl, Lauren and Craig Pyne.

His dear grandchildren Miles. Candice. Jessica and Theresa will miss him. He is also survived by his father-in-law. Louis Wallace; devoted cousin of Laura Sllva.

Maria and George Stahl Dr. Richard Levy and Joan Cartman as well as many other wonderful cousins and friends. Service will be held Wednesday December 15. 1999 at 1 1 AM at St. Luke's Catholic Church.

1 1 1 1 Beach Park Foster City. Family prefers donations to the Hospice Foundation 65 El Camino Real. Menlo Park, CA 94025. Arrangements By Neptune Society Of Northern California, 1645 El Camino Real. Belmont.

CA. 94002. POWERS. David Edward In San Francisco on December 2. 1999.

age 53 after a valiant 13 month battle against throat cancer. No services per his request. ROBLES. Lois Anne Beloved wife, mother, grandmother, teacher, died In her home in Walnut Creek. Wednesday.

1281999. She is survived by her husband. Joseph M. Robles; daughter. Jacqueline Starmer: son Mark J.

Robles; four grandchildren; and a sister. Carlene Hughette. She lived and died with diginity and grace. We will miss her. Private services.

Arrangements by the Neptune Society of No. Ca. tnan to nay Area aiu service organizations. Raised In Los Angeles, she resided In Berkeley since 1964. She received her BA from University of California at Berkeley In 1968.

After her son's birth In 1993 she became a devoted mother, and an active volunteer In community organizations. Her unflagging support and encouragement to many composers was a tribute to her own creative spirit and commitment to artistic excellence. She will be greatly missed by her many friends and colleagues. She Is survived by her mother, Rowle; her husband. Paul: and their son.

Cole. 6. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to the International Myeloma Foundation at 2129 Stanley Hills Drive. Los Angeles, Ca 90046 or Musical Traditions at 333 Valencia St. 301.

San Francisco. CA 94103. GONZALEZ. Bernardo L. In San Francisco December 8.

1999 at the age of 69. Loving husband of Gloria E. Gonzalez: devoted father of Dr. Bernardo D. Gonzalez III, Robert L.

Gonzalez, Juliette M. Good and James P. Gonzalez; loving grandfather of Robert L. Gonzalez II, David E. Gonzalez.

Jennifer N. Gonzalez. Nicholas J. Gonzalez, Ryan Gonzalez and Samantha Gonzalez: dear brother of Jose L. Gonzalez.

Laura Gonzalez, Victor Gonzalez and Lorenzo Gonzalez. Mr. Gonzalez served in the United States Army and was a long time member of the Masons. Friends may visit Sunday after and are invited to attend the Vigil Service Sunday, 6:30 pm at DUGGAN SERRA MORTUARY, 500 Westlake D.C. Funeral Mass Monday, at St.

Anthony's Church In San Francisco. Committal Golden Gate National Cemetery. THE BUD DUGGAN FAMILY (650) 756-4500 (415) 587-4500 GROSSMAN, Aubrey Died on Dec. 8. 1999 at the age of 88.

He was a long-time legal crusader for the rights of labor, African Americans, immigrants, Vietnam war draft resistors and Chinese acupuncturists. He is survived by his wife Hazel Grossman of San Francisco: his daughter Kathleen Herman of Grinnell, Iowa: his son Daniel Grossman of Toronto. Ontario and two grandchildren Andrea and Rebecca Hermann. A Memorial Service will be held In January 2000. GUNN.

Edward Peter On December 8. 1999 in Las Vegas. Loving husband of cherished father of Denise Edward: dear son of Soledad the late Lorenzo Gunn; adored brother of Elsie. Adolfo, Myrna, Lucl, Vivien and the late Archie. Also survived by many other loving relatives and friends.

Friends may visit Sunday (TODAY) from 2pm to 9pm and are invited to attend the Vigil Service Monday at at the chapels of VALENTE MARINI PERATA 4840 Mission St. Funeral Mass will be celebrated Tuesday at at Corpus Christl Church. Committal to follow at Holy Cross Catholic Cemetery. 415-333-0161 'HENDERSON. Sharon Novemnber 22.

1953 -November 24. 1999. She will be long re-. membered In love by her family, friends, and former students, i A Memorial Service will be held Tuesday. December 14.

1999 at First Covenant Church, 455 Dolores Street. SF. In lieu of flowers, donations preferred to West Portal Lutheran School Building Fund. 200 Sloat SF, 94132 or to the American Cancer Society. HIRSTIO, Veikko Taken suddenly In Mill-r brae.

Dec. 4. 1999. Devoted husband of Con-cetta for 46 years; belovoed father of Elena (Jeff) Morena and Anita (Joseph) Santos; adored Grandpa of Jason, Jared and Emily, Elena and Joseph: proud great Grandpa of Cassandra; joyful companion of Sally Al-bertson who accompanied him In death. Veikko had a passion for life and family; Bridge, Chess.

Cribbage, Golf and Dancing the night away. Veikko was a member of Clearlake Elks, Clearlake Keys Club, Senior Center, SIRS, Finnish American Homes Association. A memorial service In Clearlake Oaks will be announced at a later date. i HSU. Shao-Chang Ambassador Shao-Chang Hsu passed away on December 8, 1999.

Born In Hangchow, China, April 9. 1913. Resident of San Francisco and Oakland. Husband of Ruby Choy Hsu of Los Angeles and the late Grace Ten Hsu; loving father of Kathleen Hsu Jeong of Oakland; loving brother of Shao-Ben Hsu of San Jose, ShaoYi Hsu of Taiwan, Shao-LanChowand Shao-Chl Hsu of China: cherished grandfather of Matthew Jeong and Genevieve Jeong: loving brother-in-law to Lucy Hsu; and father-in-law to Gary Jeong. Ambassador Hsu was a graduate of the Central Political Institute.

China. 1935. He was a diplomat for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs for the Republic of China for 42 years, serving In Burma, Korea. Iran, and USA. While Ambassador to Brazil.

Italy, Argentina, and Vietnam, he participated in numerous world forums including UN and SEATO. A loyal friend, caring of others in times of war and political upheaval. A consummate negotiator: fearless in fighting for Issues and principles he believed in. A loving father and grandfather, whose prodigious knowledge of politics, good humor, smile, love of life, and games of Scrabble will be much remembered. Ambassador Hsu's memory will be honored In a ceremony at Chapel of the Chimes, 4499 Piedmont Oakland at 2 PM on December 14.

Interment at Inglewood Park Cemetery, 720 E. Florence Inglewood. CA at 11 AM on December 16. LEGGETT, Carol i. Of Palo Alto, passed peacefully from this life on December 5, 1999 after a short illness.

Matriarch of the, Leggett family, she will always be remembered in our hearts. Wife of the late Howard 'Buzz' Leggett; loving sister of Ruth Twinkle' Ellis; beloved mother of Cameron Sunde, Allen Leggett and Howard Leggett; loving grandmother of Sarah and Biorn Sunde, Beth Peterson. Debbie Robles and Anne England. Katie. Karbyand Kristi Leggett: devoted great grandmother of Nicolas England.

Thomas and Hannah Robles. Also survived by many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. A native of Berkeley; graduate of Berkeley High School and University of California, maior-ing in History; member of Delta-Delta-Delta Sorority. For many years, she chaired the UC Berkeley Pan-Hellenic Organization. She also served on the board of the University YWCA.

Founder of the Walnut Creek Civic Arts League. Long-time member of the Poplar Branch and volunteer at the' Children's Hospital of Oakland. Family will hold a private service. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Children's Hospital Oakland. 747 52nd St Oakland.

ANDERSON. Slorid E. In Oakland, Ca. Loving sister to Esther Anderson and late Rev. Arther Arnold.

Also survived by two nieces. Cheryl Arnold and Jacqueline Wood; one nephew, Kent Arnold. Friends are Invited to attend Memorial services Wednesday. Dec. 15.

1999, 2 p.m. at Salem Lutheran Home chapel. 2361 E. 29th Oakland. Memorial gifts to Salem Lutheran Home or Trinity Lutheran church.

ALBERT BROWN MORTUARY 3576 Piedmont Avenue Oakland (510)652-1873 ATKINSON. Bemice 'Bunny' In Daly City on December 10. 1999 at the age of 93. Born In Salt Lake City, she had lived In San Francisco for 76 years was co-owner of Atkinson Maund Jewelers here. Preceded In death by her husband William R.

Atkinson. She Is survived by her daughter Barbara (James) Ward of Paclfica; her son William (Sue) Atkinson of Portola: six grandchildren; and four great grandchildren. A volunteer for the Red Cross for a number of years. Bunny was also a member of the Calvary Presbyterian Church. She loved her Canasta "Bridge" Group for nearly 50 years and was an avid reader.

Services are pending. Arrangements by the Neptune Society of Northern California. BARBIER. William 12091999. Passed away in Sonoma Valley hospilal due to pheumonla, age 91.

Member of Sonoma Garden Club and SIRS. Past President of Rotary In Chico. Last member of early pioneer family of Kenwood. CA. 73 year employee of Pacific Telephone.

Predeceased by son. William R. Barbier, and second wife, Vera Hill Barbier. Survived by loving daugther Annette of S.F.: and stepdaughter Karen Kelso (Bob) of Sonoma; step-grandson Keven Kroner; step-granddaughter Robin Cheney (Vince) of cotatl; and step-great granddaughters Adrlenne and Vanessa Cheney; numerous nieces and nephews. Native of San Francisco, lived in Sonoma for the last seven years.

Friends are Invited to attend a Memorial Service Wednesday, December 15th at at DUGGAN'S MISSION CHAPEL. 525 West Napa Sonoma. Family prefers contributions to the charity of your choice. DUGGAN'S MISSION CHAPEL Sonoma (707)996-3655 BERTOLUCCI, Louie Born August 6. 1918.

native of S.F.. passed away at home Nov. 28th 1999. Survived by devoted wife of 46 years. Reglna; son Ron; daughter Marcla McRoy; and 7 grandchildren: Ahmon, Dustln.

Shawna. Monica. Gina. Christy, and Mlchayla: sister Ann Selsnik and nephew Michael. Preceeded this year by daughter, Kathleen.

Lou graduated S.F.J.C., served in U.S. Navy In WWII, achieving rank of L.C.D.R.. with honors, worked as salesman for Axme Schlitz brewery, then in real estate. Lou took pride In his home and life, and was a pal to many people; always there for his friends and family. He loved his family.

Services to be held 1 1:00 A.M.. Dec. 17. at Presidio Chapel. Contributions welcomed for Regina Bertdluccl Scholarship Fund: Washington Mutual, 2001 Oro-Dam Orovllle.

CA 95966. BILLEDO. Antonio Sequerra Born January 18, 1938. at rest December 7. 1999.

He Is survived by his loving and caring wife Mary I. Billedo; his son Mar Anthony; and his daughter Mary Ann. Son of the late Luis and Leocadia Billedo and eldest of seven brothers and sisters: Lisa. Elena. Mary, Aida, Augustin.

and Leah. Age 61 years. Friends may visit on Monday after 3:00 PM and are invited to attend the Vigil Service on Tuesday at 7:00 PM and the Funeral on Wedesday at 8:30 AM at the Chapels of VALENTE-MARINI-PERATA 4840 Mission then to Church of the Epiphany where a Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 9:00 AM. Committal Services to follow at Holy Cross Cemetery. 415-333-0161 BIORDI, Lola Giustl In Novato.

December 1, 1999. Lola Giusti Biordi. devoted mother of Robert V. Giusti of Novato and Marlsa DeCarll of Petaluma; and mother-in-law of Nonie Giustl and Victor DeCarll; loving sister of Louis Dana and Glna Manfredl; dear grandmother of Angela DeCarli. Lola GlustiKosmas.

Robert Sebastian Giusti and Richard DeCarli; dear great grandmother of Demetra and Mathew Kosmas. Amelia and Robert Charles Giusti, Alexander and Dante DeCarll. A native of Pisa, Italy, aged 93 years. Private family services were held December 4,1999 at Chapel of the Hills, San Anselmo. Interment Mount Olivet Cemetery, San Rafael.

Memorial gifts may be made to your favorite charity. CHAPEL OF THE HILLS Family Owned and Operated San Anselmo 415-453-8440 BRENDEMUHL. Vlvlenne Rose In San Bruno, November 27. 1999, at age 95. Loving wife of the late Raymond Brendemuhf; loving sister of Elbert A.

(Olga) Rose: cherished aunt of Gwynned (Fausto) Vitello Shauna Marie Rose (Raymond Sullivan). A native of San Francisco's Bayvlewv district long-time resident of Honolulu, former staffer of the Honolulu Star Bulletin. Private Services. THE BUD DUGGAN FAMILY (650) 756-4500 (415) 587-4500 BUSH. Una Clause In San Francisco November 5.

1999. Friends are invited to attend a Memorial Mass on Saturday December 18th at 10am at The Church Of Notre Dame Des Vic-toires. 566 Bush St. A reception will follow the services at church. McAVOY O'HARA CO.

Paul Arthur Domergue-Associate CAPRIOTTI. Rudolph J. Suddenly, at home In SF, December 6, 1999 at age 73. Survived by Carol, his beloved wife of 48 years; brother of Phyllis (Til) Boccolerl: uncle of Gary (Kim). Gina at Daniela Boccolerl; predeceased by his mother, father brother Arthur; brother-in-law of Sally and Joe Garbarlno.

Ollie the late Al Safholm; also survived by eight nieces nephews. He served In the Navy in WWII, lifetime member of the Dolphin Club, member of F.I A C. Ballila Club and was an avid hunter. At his request, no services were held. Donations to your favorite charity preferred.

THE BUD DUGGAN FAMILY (650) 756-4500 (415) 587-4500 CHAPOT. Anthony Age 33. DOB 3-16-66. Died November 29.1999 suddenly In Elk Grove. Loving husband of Julie: dear father of his children.

Desere'. Dominic, and Scott; brother of Juanita Collins. Emile Chapot Jr. and Andrea Canziani Memorial mass to be said on Tuesday. December 14.

1999 at St. Philips Church. 725 Diamond Street. San Francisco. Ca.

at 10:00 am. He will be missed by his family and friends. Remembrances appreciated In memory of Anthony L. Chapot to: Sacred HeartCathedral Prep Athletic Fund 1055-75 Ellis Street, San Francisco. Ca.

94109.