JOHN C. ESPLAND

John Claire Espland, 81, quietly passed away March 5, 2020 at his home in North County, with family & friends in attendance. It was hard to say good-bye to this hardworking, loyal & upstanding Christian man, but knowing he has gone to a place of unending joy with the Lord, lifts our hearts with praise & thanksgiving.

John has been suffering from Parkinson's & COPD for the last several years, but even with the added stress of Parkinson's' related dementia this last year or so, he never lost his love & gratitude for Jesus. He would tell you, Dear Reader, that Jesus loves you ~ whatever your race, religion or creed... Jesus loves you.

Proud of his Norwegian descent, John was born in Chester, South Dakota on December 22nd, 1938 to John and Ada (Gill) Espland and into a big Lutheran family. He was a mischievous, but kindhearted, 5th son. Being a typical Mid-western farm boy, he learned to be a hardworking, frugal and cautious man. He took these values to heart and lived them until the day he died.

After serving in the Army and National Guard, he found himself driving a 100 Ton truck at the Kaiser Steel Mine in Eagle Mountain, Ca. He married Antoinette Louise (Sanuy) in 1965 and had two daughters, Robin Elizabeth and Kathleen Marie. Here, the couple was very involved with the Youth Ministry at Eagle Mountain Methodist Church. They discovered the joy of being part of a caring group of people who loved the Lord and enjoyed working to give back to their little mining town community.

He and Toni moved to La Mesa in 1971 and later settled in Lemon Grove, Ca, joining Lemon Grove Lutheran Church. John began a new career in the grocery industry with Alpha Beta and soon enough, landed the role of Produce Manager for the brand new Alpha Beta in Coronado, Ca. His career at that store spanned from the early 1970's to his retirement in 2001. He knew and loved his customers, so whether the name was Alpha Beta, Lucky’s or finally Albertson's, his careful, diligent work and his twinkling, blue eyed smile were respected, appreciated and valued by those who knew him. He was very involved with Kiwanis and assisted a Tijuana orphanage for many, many years.

John and Toni moved to Rancho Peñasquitos in 1977 and continued raising their girls in this new and burgeoning community. John continued to commute to Coronado, Toni continued her career working for” Ma Bell” and the family joined Rancho Peñasquitos Lutheran Church. They divorced amicably in the mid 1980's and continued to partner in parenting because they knew it was best for their girls.

He met, fell in love with, and married Sherry Sue (Parker) December 5, 1987 at St. John’s Lutheran Church in El Cajon, CA. John loved Sherry’s children, Tina and Robert Bowers, like his own and strove to be the best step-father he could. The family lived in both Rancho Peñasquitos and Mira Mesa. They attended 1st Baptist Church of Mira Mesa for 25 years. After retirement he volunteered in many ways but the thing that brought his soul the most joy was his help with the California Southern Baptist Convention’s Disaster Relief Mission. He built, did plumbing, cleared debris, fed people and anything else that was needed in Tsunami destroyed Bande Ache; earthquake ravaged Chile; hurricane devastated Haiti, New Orleans, Florida and Texas. He would’ve continued on if he himself had not also been under attack by nature. The Parkinson’s took away what was most important to him, his ability to serve the Lord by working.

John spent as much time with his family & friends as possible. He lived to greet familiar clerks, bank tellers, and employees of his local Stater Bro’s. He spread Jesus' love and blessings verbally, instead of through works, by wishing everyone well. Although his smile became stiffer as the Parkinson’s progressed, his blue eyes still twinkled. His favorite pastimes these last few years were visiting with as many people as he could, eating ice cream & being at church with his beloved brothers and sisters of the spiritual kind.

John was preceded in death by his parents and 4 brothers; Howard William, Donald John, Gary Dean & David Andrew Espland. He is survived by his brother Robert Thomas Espland, 92, of Volga, SD. He leaves behind his widow Sherry; ex-wife Antoinette Berthelotte; children Robin (Kaufman), Kathleen (Harris); step-children Tina (Colangelo), and Robert; his son-in-laws Michael, Paul and John; 8 grand-children and 2 great-grandsons.

He will be interred at Miramar National Cemetery in a private ceremony. Due to COVID19, John’s Memorial Service has been postponed until restrictions on social gatherings have been lifted. Until then, may the Lord lift up your worry, fill your hearts with peace and keep you safe.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the following institutions in John’s name:

CSBC – California Southern Baptist Convention’s Disaster Relief Services

NCPSG – North County Parkinson’s Support Group

Bethel Church’s Uganda Missions

David John Barkley

David John Barkley Sr., passed away on February 26, 2020 in Vista, CA at the age of 51. He is survived by his son David John Barkley Jr. and grandson David Logan Barkley. "Those who live no more, whom we loved, echo still within our thoughts, our words and our hearts." To our dearest father and grandfather… may the wind be always at your back, may the sun shine warm upon your face; the rain fall soft upon your fields and until we meet again, may God hold you in the palm of His hand

Jami M. Ryan

On March 5th, 2020, Jami Ryan, loving wife and mother of three children, passed away at 52 surrounded by family and friends.

She will be remembered for her energy, humor, generosity, and love.

Jami was born in Glendale, California in December 1967 and grew up in La Canada. In her early years, she worked as a volunteer at the local hospital, contributed to the American Diabetes Association, and cared for others through her thoughtful and charitable contributions to those around her.

She attended San Diego State University where she met her husband and later graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree in Finance.

Jami began her career at Wells Fargo Bank in high school. She enjoyed her work and developed long lasting friendships with her clients and colleagues. She worked for the bank for over 30 years.

She married her college sweetheart Edward James in November 1991. They had two daughters, Kayla and Alex, and a son Brandon.

In 2001 Jami and her family moved to Fallbrook, California where she settled with her family. She worked in the family business, Hunt’s Auto Parts, and made many contributions to her community through her participation in the Fallbrook AG program, the girl scouts, and the local schools.

Jami was preceded in death by her father Don. She is survived by her three children and husband of 28 years, her mother Pam, her sister Lisa and her extended family. We miss her already.

A private memorial will be held for friends and family. Memorial donations in memory of Jami may be made to Fallbrook AG Boosters, PO Box 2913, Fallbrook, CA 92088.

BRUCE NAYLOR JACKSON

Bruce Naylor Jackson passed away on February 1st in La Jolla, California at the age of 86. He is the son of Rodney H Jackson and Marion Englebright from New York State. He was surrounded by family and friends. He was healthy and active up until the last two months of his life. He was religious about going to the gym six days a week. He also got to the beach as often as possible to body surf.

Bruce’s second wife, Leith Clotfelter, passed away two weeks prior to Bruce.

Bruce was born in Del Mar, California on July 26, 1933. He graduated from San Deguito High School where he was active on the track team and surfed at local beaches. After spending one summer working on a commercial fishing boat out of Alaska he decided college would be a better choice. He graduated from the University of Colorado at Boulder. He then enlisted in the Army, serving as a Communications Specialist in the European theater.

After being discharged, Bruce attended San Francisco State University's School of World Business where he obtained his MBA. While in graduate school he met his first wife, Martha Simpson Priestley. He started his career with Minnesota Mining & Manufacturing Company. He then entered Nabisco's executive training program which had he Martha and daughter Klea relocate to Mexico City, Mexico where their son Huntley was born.

Subsequently they relocated to the seaside town of Rowayton CT and Bruce commuted to New York City. Bruce worked for several advertising agencies such as J Walter Thompson, Omnicom and Foote Cone & Belding. He was a respected innovative professional working on accounts such as Sears, Unilever, Frito-Lay, Citibank, American Express, T. Rowe Price, Dean Witter, NYSE and JP Morgan. Ultimately he worked for Citibank where, as Chief of Communications, he led the "The Citi Never Sleeps" campaign as well as the advertising of the first nationwide ATM network.

In 1995, Bruce started his career as a Business Development Consultant. He brought his extensive creative business expertise to large established companies as well as startup entities across many different industries. Bruce helped numerous startups such as Statmark which created and distributed video content to gas station pumps, elevators and other captive audiences. In his later years, Bruce worked as an angel investor / consultant specializing in consumer products, medical/ pharmaceuticals, technology and entertainment. Renowned for his expertise, Bruce was at the center of a wide network of professional colleagues who worked to promote innovations across the country.

In addition to devotedly raising a family with Martha, Bruce enjoyed boating on Long Island Sound. Bruce and Martha took their boat "The Lily Pad" up the coast to Cape Cod MA and the outer islands. They spent many hours at Fish Island and Sheffield Island enjoying the tranquility during the cocktail hour. He served as the Race Committee Captain for the Norwalk Yacht Club. Bruce and Martha also enjoyed traveling, taking many trips across the U.S., the Caribbean as well as Europe. A favorite visit was with long-time friends in Somalia and travelling in Africa for a safari.

Three years after Martha passed away, Bruce moved to Escondido CA and reconnected with longtime family friend Leith Clotfelter. Ultimately they married. They spent a lot of time visiting the children and grandchildren and their extended families. They also enjoyed their travels to the east coast, Alaska, Caribbean, Europe, Scotland and throughout Mexico. They particularly enjoyed the many times they visited the Sweet Grass Ranch in Montana.

Bruce was known for his unique ability to engage people from all walks of life. He knew the value of listening more than talking. He was guided by a desire to help others. This was evident in his ever present interest to help others in regard to careers, personal achievement, and complicated health situations. For over seven decades, Bruce happily shared his world class sand castle building skills, joyfully teaching his pioneering sand drip method to every kid on the beach..

Bruce is survived by daughter Klea (Steve) Galasso of Chula Vista and their children Isabella and Octavio; son Huntley Jackson of Southington, Connecticut and his daughters Klea, Kendra, Kellen and Keyla Roy, her husband Timothy and their son, Calvin Jackson; sister Gail (Bill Simonsma) Jackson of Hawaii; half-siblings Linda (Jim Stone) Jackson of San Rafael, California and Larry (Nancy) Jackson of Port Townsend, Washington; and sister-in-law Susan Jackson of San Diego, the extended Clotfelter family, and numerous nieces, nephews and their children.

Please note that the Celebration of Life has been postponed due to Covid 19. Once the new date is selected it will be posted. Huntley.jackson@gmail.com

Dorothy Katherine (Green) Weaver

September 25, 1934 - January 17, 2020

Dorothy Weaver passed into Eternity on January 17. She peacefully slipped away, after lying down for an afternoon nap. 

She was born in Dayton, Texas to Edmund Leroy and Olive Katherine (Thornton)  Green. 

She was the Eldest of 4 Children, born in only 5 years.  Her Siblings were Jack, Ruby and Colleen. She also had a Half-Sister, Mary, who she named. 

Dorothy met her future husband, Robert William Weaver,  at Escondido High School, where they were Graduated from in 1953. They  married shortly thereafter.  They had 3 girls together, before they divorced in 1975.

Dorothy was a devout Christian, and counted the day that she accepted him as her Saviour, as the happiest day of her life. Her faith in Him saw her through the many challenges she would face. 

She stayed active all throughout her life, which may account for her making it to the ripe old age of 85! She enjoyed reading her Bible, visiting with family, eating out, going to the library (she loved biographies and history), watching American Movie Classics and Westerns and going on outings. 

She is survived by her Sister, Colleen Gregorian, Daughters, Cathy Gremett (Husband, Bob, passed in 2015), Cindy Nagy (Husband, Ron), and Connie Hopkins (Husband, Paul).

Between biological, and kids acquired by marriage, she had nine Grandchildren (Lance Gremett (Wife, Leslie), Jessica Gremett Anderson (Husband, Aaron), Matt Nagy (Wife, Jessica), Jennifer Wilson (Husband, Justin), Luke Nagy,  Carly Nagy, Patricia Kelso, Lizabeth Kelso (Husband, Hyacient), Shane Hopkins, and eight Great-Grandchildren, Cody Postoski, Richie Postoski, Spencer Gremett, Jasmine Anderson, Levi Anderson, Elliott Banuet, Remy Jasper and  Desmond Wilson.

Many thanks for all the kindness that has been shown to our Mother, as well as to the family, at this time, as well as during her lifetime. Thanks also to our friends at Sierra Vista and Apreva Hospice, for their support. 

Please join us to celebrate her life on February 3rd, at 11am, at Oak Hill Cemetery, 2640 Glenridge Rd in Escondido, CA.  We will meet at the duck pond area, to the left, near the entrance, where Pastor Todd Hitchcock, from Bethel Church, will officiate her interment.  Further remembrance, a slideshow of her life in pictures, and Luncheon will follow at the nearby home of Angie Mocci: 1580 Boyle Ave in Escondido. 

Please check this site later, for a full Eulogy, and any other messages that loved ones may want to add here. 

NATHAN PATRICK HAMMONS

Nathan Patrick Hammons, “Nay Nay”, passed away on Monday, January 13, 2020.  He is survived by his parents Susan and Patrick, and his sister Megan, of Carlsbad, California.  He had 4 grandparents, one great-grandparent, aunts and uncles, multiple cousins, and hundreds of friends in his short life.  Although Nathan struggled daily, he was extremely happy and spread his joy into the lives of absolutely everyone with which he interacted.  In lieu of flowers, you may donate to TERI Learning Academy, the school Nathan loved, and where he was loved greatly in return, at https://www.teriinc.org/make-a-secure-donation/ (Please see directions below). Your donation to TERI Learning Academy will help children and adults touched by special needs. Nathan’s Life Celebration will be held at TERI Learning Academy (3225 Roymar Rd, Oceanside, CA 92054) on Monday, January 27, 2020 at 3:30pm. Afterwards, friends and family are welcome to gather at the family home (2270 La Costa Ave Unit #12, Carlsbad, CA, 92009).

Donation directions:

Go to https://www.teriinc.org/make-a-secure-donation/. Scroll down until you see Other ways to give, where you will be asked to pick a donation amount. Beneath this, you will see My donation is for. Be sure to choose The Learning Academy, so that your donation goes directly to Nathan’s school. After entering your information, you will see Additional Information. Please be sure that your donation is In Memory of Nathan Hammons. Thank you.

Jacquelyn Melind Landis

JACQUELYN MELIND (ADAMS) LANDIS, 87, long-time resident of Vista and Lake San Marcos, CA, passed away peacefully on December 20, 2019 surrounded by her loving family.

Jacquelyn Landis is survived by her husband of over 59 years, Henry Alexander Landis, four sons (and their spouses), Brett (Melissa), Scott (Chikage), Kipp (Charee), and Blake (Ashleigh), 11 grandchildren, Shayne, Quintt, Tristan, Jett, Chase, Charlotte, Madison, Kian, Bronn, Cash, and Sky, and her two siblings, Barbara (Adams) Ehrenborg and Scott Adams.

Jacquelyn was born on June 10, 1932, in Tampa, FL. She was the daughter of Bradford Moseley Adams and Ernestina Dora (Friedman) Adams. In 1960, she married Henry A. Landis, and they shared 60 wonderful years together.

Jacquelyn grew up in the New York City area. Shortly after graduating high school, she moved to California and worked as a secretary for Bekins Van and Storage. It was while riding a bicycle in Mission Beach that she met Henry. That night on their first date, they visited the cross at Mount Soledad. On June 16, 1960, a few months after that first date, they were married.

Jacquelyn and Henry started a family, moved to Vista where Henry taught high school, and she devoted herself to raising their four boys. As a family they would regularly go camping and take self-guided driving tours throughout the United States. Jacquelyn was artistically gifted and a voracious reader. As a hobby, she made painted ceramics and loved completing the New York Times crossword puzzles.

After Henry retired, they resided in Big Bear Lake and Silver Lakes. In 2010 they moved back to North County, settling in Lake San Marcos.

More than anything in this world Jacquelyn loved her husband, siblings, children and grandchildren. Nothing brought her more joy than the time she spent with each of them. Family and friends all loved Jacquelyn for her kindness, thoughtfulness, and care for others. Her sense of humor and ability to warm everyone around her with her smile and youthful face will be missed.

A memorial service is planned for January 20, 2020, for family and close friends. For information, please contact Scott Landis (scottalandis@hotmail.com).

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made in Jacquelyn’s name to Wounded Warrior Project (http://HonorWarriors.org) or to your local family care organization for the elderly.

SUE ANN SHERRILL

Sue Ann Sherrill, 74, of Escondido, pasted away early December 7, 2019, of natural causes in her home. She was born to the late Ralph and Madelyn Bostrom, on December 7, 1946, in Denver, Colorado. Sue graduated from David Douglas High School in Portland, Oregon in 1964. She married the late Robert W. Jacobs in December of 1965. She has two surviving sons from this union. Robert O. Jacobs and Kenneth Jacobs. Sue later married the late Frederick J. Sherrill in March of 1976. Karla Bare is the only surviving daughter from this union. Along with being a loving mother, grandmother, sister, daughter and housewife she worked several different jobs in her life from short order cook to bookkeeping. For the last 8 years Sue was also an active member of the Congregation of Jehovah’s Witnesses.
Also surviving Sue’s passing are three of four sisters, Judy Hollingsworth, Jackie Hern, and Bonnie Kaplan. She also had several nieces and nephews. The other surviving family members include son-in-law Daniel Bare, and grandchildren Kenneth Bohnenkamp, Elisha Bare, Emily Bare, Zackery Jacobs, and Harley Jacobs. Unfortunately, Sue was unable to meet her first soon to be born great granddaughter Harper.
A memorial will be held in her honor at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses at 12337 Meadowbrook Ln., Poway, CA on January 4th, 2020. In lieu of flowers please donate to your favorite charity or the American Cancer Society.

Galen Byron Maddy

Galen Byron Maddy, 75, from Carlsbad, CA, passed away on October 22, 2019.

He was born to the late Byron and Frances Maddy in McGregor, Minnesota on January 30, 1944.

After graduating from Michigan State University with a Bachelors Degree in Business, and serving in the US Marine Corps, he relocated to the Carlsbad area where he spent the next 45 years as a fiduciary in the financial services industry, and held successful careers as a columnist, author, land banker, mortgage banker and financial advisor.

A veteran of the Marine Corps, Galen held a particular interest in the welfare of America’s troops. He added to his already decorated portfolio by taking on the task of helping wartime veterans obtain greater financial security, a work he was most proud of in his career. He created and authored The Veteran’s Friend, an assistance to help veterans and families receive the little known Aid and Attendance Benefit in their retirement years.

Galen spent his life doing what he loved and will be sorely missed as a friend and giving compassionate spirit. He is survived by two children, Susan Maddy Fox from San Antonio, Texas and Galen Byron Maddy, Jr. from Las Vegas, Nevada.

In lieu of flowers please send donations to the Warriors and Quiet Waters Foundation, 351 Evergreen Drive, Suite A, Bozeman, Montana 57915

Hector P. Serrano

Hector P. Serrano, born December 5, 1933, passed away peacefully in Oceanside, CA on November 4, 2019. Hector was a proud San Diego native and lifelong fan of the Padres. In addition to being a beloved husband and father, Hector was a respected businessman, athlete, and friend. Hector is survived by his wife Kathleen Serrano, his four children, and five grandchildren. The service will be held at St. Elizabeth Seton Catholic Church in Carlsbad, CA on Monday, November 18, 2019 at 11:00am. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to Outreach for Nazareth Orphanage (OFNO); mailed to 7183 Willet Circle, Carlsbad 92009.

RAUL A. MILLER

10/31/1923 - 11/2/2019

I can’t speak for others but I will tell you this about him. Dad was 96 years old when he passed away from cancer. His suffering is now over. Dad was a proud but humble father, grandfather and great grandfather. Ever since mother (Frances Yvonne Miller) died on October 5, 2007, he had a huge void in his heart. Some saw it, others didn’t. He was a very wise and quiet man who didn’t like conflict. He would be disappointed watching the true character in others that his death brings out. But, he knew it was going to happen. He was a man who proudly served in the Army during WWII and the Korean War. He loved God and he loved our country. He worked hard to provide for us and give us every opportunity to succeed in life. He (and mother) instilled values in us to help make us better people. I suppose each of us have to look within ourselves to see which of those values we apply. He enjoyed having family around but he would just sit and wait until family wasn’t to busy with their own lives. He physically suffered for many years but would try to hide that suffering from others. Some of his scars he couldn’t hide so he would just make jokes about them. Now that dad has passed away, will he be missed? Fact is, dad already knew the answer to that question. Seeing as this is about Raul A. Miller, the names of us who are left behind really shouldn’t matter.

Love you dad and I will miss you.

Linda L. Schroeder

Linda Schroeder, age 79, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on the evening of October 4, 2019.

Linda is survived by; her husband of 61 years, Richard Schroeder; son, Robert (Pauline) Schroeder, daughter, Laura (Richard) Volkoff; Grandchildren, Danica Schroeder, Nichol Schroeder, Maria Volkoff, and Jack Volkoff.

Linda was born on December 15, 1939. She was the daughter of Maria and Robert Driscoll and sister to brother Randall Driscoll. In 1958 she married Richard Schroeder and they shared 61 happy years together.

Linda grew up in Southern California. One of her joys was music; In the late 50’s she was the first chair in the Orange County Philharmonic Orchestra. She met the love of her life, Richard, in Chemistry class at Santa Ana College. While raising her family she worked as a secretary in the medical field, and moved to Vista, CA in 1982. Linda loved square dancing, camping and traveling with family and friends. Her grandkids were the light of her life, she loved spending time with them teaching her crafts, painting, sewing, cooking and sharing stories. Her talent and skills were extraordinary.

Linda had a kind and generous heart and was loved by all for her compassion and thoughtfulness.

Celebration of life: 2:00 pm, Saturday, October 19, 2019, at United Methodist Church of Vista; 490 S. Melrose Drive, Vista CA 92081. In lieu of flowers please consider a memorial contribution in Linda’s name to your favorite charity.

EUGENE D. ERMAN

Eugene D. Erman, of Encino, aged 100 years, passed peacefully with his daughter at his bedside on Saturday, August 24, 2019. Eugene was a loving husband, father and grandfather. He is survived by his son Bruce (Juliana) Erman, daughter Nancy (William) Tubis, three grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Eugene's wife of seventy-two years, Rowene, passed in 2014. Eugene was a medical doctor, metal sculptor, world traveler, World War II veteran, who had a thirst for knowledge and love for life, family and his many friends. A special thank you to the people at Mission Hospice and Casa de las Campanas in San Diego for their loving care and support during his final days. No services are planned at this time.

Elvin "John" Harper

November 19, 1930—July 16, 2019

Elvin Harper died on July 16, 2019 at the age of 88. He was born in New York City on November 19, 1930 to Eunice and Elkins Harper. John received his education in New York at Bronx High School of Science and City College, graduating with a B.S. in 1952. He continued with his education at Brooklyn College for an M.A. and obtained a Ph.D. from Albert Einstein College of Medicine in 1966. After postdoctoral research at the Weizmann Institute in Israel, he joined the faculty at Harvard Medical School. Dr. Harper was promoted to Associate Professor at Harvard and then joined the faculty at UCSD Chemistry Department in 1973. His research focused on the regulation of collagen metabolism in normal and disease states. His major contribution was the discovery that the enzyme collagenase existed as a zymogen form requiring activation by another protease. He retired from research in 1994 and pursued other interests including opera, music, chess and travel. He was a very loyal and disciplined person and expected the same from others. He tempered this with a wonderful sense of humor. John is survived by his wife of 43 years, Dr. Judith Harper, his brothers-in-law Dr. Alan Hiti (Linda), Don Hiti (Lana), his sisters in-law CeCe Long (Bill), Joy Karns (Marvin) and many nephews, nieces, great nephews and nieces.

NANCY GRIMM GEU

Nancy was born September 30, 1965 in Omaha, Nebraska to Gerhard and Jean (Godden) Grimm. She was the third child of five in the family. She graduated from Woodbine High School of Woodbine, IA in 1984. Nancy attended and graduated from Wayne State College in Wayne, NE in December 1989 with a BA of Fine Arts in Music Education.

Nancy married Thomas Geu on August 6, 1988. Together they started their journey which lead them to such locations as Jacksonville, NC, San Angelo, TX, San Diego, CA, San Marcos, CA, and end in Oceanside, CA. Nancy had many careers that went from working in fabric stores, restaurants, and ends with doing Graphic Arts. Nancy taught herself everything she needed to know. She worked at the Pennysaver for 20 plus years working her way up to Supervisor. She ended her work career at Aloha Printing in San Marcos, CA.

Nancy enjoyed supporting her children in every endeavor they pursued. She was a big supporter of the Arts. Music, dance and theatre never left her heart. She would help with costumes and backstage wherever she was needed in numerous theatre groups that her kids were involved in. Nancy loved helping people. She would help out family, friends, and co-workers whenever possible.

Nancy died June 25th, 2019 after a long battle with colon cancer. She is survived by her husband of 30 years. Her children Zachary, Brystal and her fiance Matt Nevins, Spencer and McKenna. She was also survived by her mother Jean Ford, sisters Anita Schuckert, Valerie Coleman, and Karen Parr along with their brother Gery Grimm. Nancy was loved and cherished by loving in-laws, nieces and nephews. Numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins. Nancy was preceded in death by her father Gerhard Grimm, Grandparents Curt and Anita Grimm, Ruby Marsh, and Francis Godden.

Mark Welsh

Mark Charles Welsh (aka Blade), born on October 25, 1960 in Aston, Pennsylvania passed away at age 58 on May 15, 2019 in San Diego, California. Mark is preceded in death by his parents, Paul Welsh and Eleanor Lucas Welsh. Mark is survived by his brother, Gary Welsh (Maryellen); and sister, Kelly Welsh Monti (Bill) and his niece Gabriella Welsh. He started working at the age of 16 at Pathmark in Aston, PA. He continued working at various grocery stores throughout the rest of his life.

At a very young age, Mark acquired a passion for fishing . If he wasn't outside playing baseball or football with the neighborhood kids, he was fishing down at the local creek. Mark’s other passion was drawing and painting. In ninth grade, he was asked to paint a mural in the Northley Junior High School cafeteria. He also had a sense of adventure and a love for life. At the age of 21, he traveled across country with his best friend Steve Lee and eventually settled in San Diego. He lived there until 2001, and then decided to move back to Aston, PA to help his family take care of their ailing father. After his father's death, he moved back to the area he truly loved, San Diego. He had many friends who shared his love of football and his favorite team, the Miami Dolphins. He enjoyed traveling around the country to see his favorite team play. He was also known for his love of chocolate chip cookies and milk, which he enjoyed having often, and his love of animals, especially dogs. He would be seen outside feeding the birds potato chips when he finished working his shift at Von’s Grocery Store in San Diego.

He will be truly missed by his family and friends, but we know he is at peace. Mark will always be in his loved ones hearts.

Those who wish to honor his memory, a service will be held on Friday, August 9 at 10am at St. Joseph’s Church in Aston, PA followed by a Celebration of Life luncheon at Noon at Slowdown Grill located at 4700 Pennell Rd, Aston, PA.

If you like to make a donation in his memory, Mark would have appreciated a donation to the Humane Society of the United States.

DOMENICA MARIA TERESA PACHI LI VECCHI

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Alfred R. Melanson

Alfred Roosevelt Melanson, 85, of Vista, CA passed away peacefully on Friday May 17, 2019 at his assisted living facility in Escondido, CA after years of declining health.

Al was born in Arlington, MA on February 25, 1934 to the late Jess T Melanson and Thelma T Melanson (Wilson). He grew up in Massachusetts, joined and served in the Air Force before ultimately returning to the states and moving to California. Al was involved in finance working for several organizations over the years. His primary focus was valuation services, and mergers/acquisitions. His passion was golf, he also enjoyed walking on the beach, sports, and investing.

In addition to his parents, Al was predeceased in life by his brother Donald Melanson of Glastonbury, CT, brother Gerald Melanson of Weymouth, MA, and Anna Otis (married name Melanson, maiden name Tidwell) of Hemet, CA, the mother of his children. He is survived by his children Richard, David, Edward, Catherine, and John, and 10 grandchildren. Should friends desire memorial, in lieu of flowers contributions may be made in his name to the American Council of the Blind, Alexandria, VA.

James Patrick Farley

James Patrick Farley, 72, of Escondido, CA, passed away on Monday, April 29, 2019, following a period of declining health.

Jim was born on November 24, 1946 in Litchfield, MN to the late Thomas M Farley, Sr and Katherine M Farley. He grew up on a farm in Minnesota. Jim served two years in the United States Army before moving to Escondido, where he spent 40 years as the owner of Farley Tile Company. In his retirement, as a hobby he sold golf carts. He loved sports, especially football.

In addition to his parents, Jim was preceded in death by his beloved daughter Julianna Farley, brother-in-law Ron Chessen, brother-in-law John Andrews, and niece Theresa Dressel. He is survived by his son Matthew Farley, granddaughter Lauren Farley, former wife Karen Farley, 9 brothers, 4 sisters and many nieces & nephews.

Janet Shore Boysen

January 23, 1935 – April 22, 2019

Janet Constance Shore Boysen, 84, of Oceanside, CA died peacefully in the loving arms of her husband Jack, son and daughter Eric and Dortha, her daughter-in-law Robynne and her beloved pastor Beth Johnson at 6:31 pm on Earth Day, April 22, 2019. Jan leaves behind, in addition to family noted above, her son-in-law Edward Zinke and grandchildren Chandler and Spencer Zinke, and Amanda, Zoralei, Joseph, Enoch, Mahonri, Esmyral and Renaria Boysen. She is also survived by her first cousins Tom and Geoff Hargreaves, Jim Thornton and Becky Mausolf, as well as countless friends and relatives around the globe.

Jan was born January 23, 1935 to Delbert and Dorothy Shore at the Worthington, MN hospital which served her small nearby town of Rushmore. It was in Rushmore that she was raised, attended elementary school, and made many life-long friends. She graduated from Worthington High School as salutatorian.

Graduating magna cum laude in 1957 from the University of Minnesota with a BA in Journalism and a minor in Geology, Jan began writing for Minnesota Motorist Magazine of the Minnesota State Automobile Association, the state AAA affiliate. It was there in Minneapolis that she met and married Jack at the First Universalist Church. Their association with the Unitarian-Universalist movement continued in each community in which they lived.

After brief residence in Rapid City, SD where Eric was born and Jacksonville, FL where Dortha was born, Jan and Jack moved to the Washington, DC metropolitan area, first to Rockville, MD, then to Reston and later Vienna, VA.

Janet returned to the world of work at the leading edge of a generation of women who sought a larger role in the world than the confines of hearth and home. While living in Rockville, she leveraged her geology minor and wrote for GeoTimes, the journal of the American Geosciences Institute. Jan later worked at Robert E. Perry High School as a teacher’s aide, beginning her long association with public education.

After the move to Reston in 1971, Jan again worked as a teacher’s aide at Langley High School in McLean, VA. When a vacancy opened in the Langley Science department, she became an Earth Science teacher.

Janet left teaching after Dortha’s high school graduation in 1982 and resumed her writing career, this time for National Wildlife magazine, the flagship publication of the National Wildlife Federation. She made a home there as an advocate for ecology and stewardship of the environment. Starting as a clerk, Jan worked her way up through the organization until her name found its way to the masthead as an associate editor and staff writer.

Retiring in 1991, Jan and Jack relocated to Oceanside, CA. Retirement is in many ways a misstatement as she became highly involved with the Palomar Unitarian-Universalist Fellowship, serving in many capacities including a pastoral search committee, in the choir, and as fellowship archivist. She also served as president of the local chapter of the American Association of University Women, and led AAUW’s education program about the history of California. She shared her passion for genealogy with her multi-volume family history beginning with The Family Quilt, a project to which she devoted herself for over 10 years, and which has enjoyed wide circulation among her scattered relatives.

This warm-hearted woman won friends everywhere she went. As an accomplished writer, Jan’s skill with the written word was inspiring and brought people together. Her descriptions are works of art, connecting generations. Her home remains a reflection of Jan’s beauty, open and inviting, with colorful gardens she lovingly tended, a picturesque view of the mountains and city below, and rooms filled with mementos representing a rich tapestry of cultures from around the globe. Jan made everyone feel like family.

Janet fought for life against breast cancer and complications of pneumonia and a stroke that ultimately she was unable to overcome. Attending her in her last hours were family gathered from California, Washington, Utah, Colorado, and Norway.

Jan will be honored in a memorial service on June 29, 2019 at 3:00 pm at the Palomar Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, 1600 Buena Vista Drive, Vista, CA 92081.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations be made to The Breast Cancer Research Foundation at 28 West 44th Street, Suite 609, New York, NY 10036 or online at www.bcrf.org; or to the Palomar U-U Fellowship at 1600 Buena Vista Drive, Vista, CA 92081.