Daniel A. Schroepfer

October 7th, 1958 – January 19th, 2021
Age, 62, passed away on January 19th of heart and lung failure at his home in Oceanside, CA. Dan was born to Al and Ramona (Underdahl) Schroepfer at Trinity Hospital in Minot, North Dakota on October 7th, 1958. Dan is preceded in death by grandparents, parents, and baby brother, Richard. Dan is survived by a son, Evan Schroepfer of Maple Grove, MN, a brother, Jeff Schroepfer (Melinda) of River Fall, WI, his loyal little dog, Lola, and many cousins and friends.
For years, Dan dealt with the effects of radiation damage to his heart and lungs caused by treatment he received for Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma in 1987. While the treatment he received 34 years ago cured the cancer and allowed him to go on to have a family, engage in a productive career, travel the world, and make and maintain close friendships, it ultimately took his life. Dan displayed incredible resilience and strength while managing his condition and striving to live life to the fullest, particularly during the past four years.
Dan spent the first four years of this life in Minot, ND before the family moved to Crystal, MN. He attended Neil Elementary School, Sandburg Junior High School, and graduated from Armstrong High School in 1976.
Many hours of Dan’s youth were spent with his dad, Al, and brother, Jeff, in pursuit of building the ultimate go-cart. Test runs were frequently conducted on Idaho Avenue North in Crystal! Throughout his childhood, Dan made many family trips to the Minot, ND area to spend time with grandparents, aunts, uncles, and cousins. He thoroughly enjoyed the hours spent on his Honda 50 with his brother and cousins on his aunt and uncle’s farm in Ryder, ND. At the age of 12, he developed a love for playing and coaching soccer which continued from junior high school to college and beyond. He was particularly proud of introducing his brother to the game and later coaching his son, Evan’s, youth soccer teams. Dan developed many close relationships through his involvement with soccer and was comforted by these long-lived friendships when his health began to slip.
Dan graduated from the University of Minnesota – Institute of Technology with a BS in Electrical Engineering in 1981. He began his professional life at Honeywell in the Military Avionics Division where his team engineered an electronically steerable antenna that was used on the NASA space shuttle fleet and is currently used on the SpaceX Dragon Capsule. Dan and the Honeywell team ultimately obtained a patent for this device. Dan later worked at Polaris, Inc. as a Business and Marketing Manager for the Personal Watercraft Division, at Weber Automotive as a Product Marketing Manager, and at Textron Motors as a Business Development and Marketing Manager. Dan’s career path allowed him to travel extensively around the country and in Europe.
Dan was married to Kathy Veum from October of 1988 to 2007. They made their home in New Hope, MN and later, after the birth of their son Evan, in Mound, MN on Lake Minnetonka. Dan enjoyed living on the lake and pursuing his passion for personal watercraft with friends and family for 20 years.
In 2014, Dan realized a life-long dream of living in southern California by moving with Evan to Orange County and then Oceanside. While there, he and Evan were able to participate in their shared passion for personal watercraft races. They spent many hours working together as a solid racing team: Dan served as the chief mechanic and logistics manager allowing Evan to focus on being a racer.
Dan was a dedicated son, brother, father, and friend who sought excellence for himself and worked tirelessly to foster excellence in others. He will be missed by family and friends in MN, ND, CA, and around the world.
A memorial service will take place at Elim Lutheran Church in Robbinsdale, MN yet this spring: Date and time to be announced. Dan’s friends and family are also planning a celebration of life for later in the year: Date and location to be announced. Memorials can be sent to the Salvation Army of MN or ND.

Joe R Salazar

Joe R Salazar was born in Jocotepec Jalisco, MX on January 31,1946 and passed away due to COVID-19 on February 3,2021 in Chula Vista California. He was a strong man and cared for his family. Was a hard working man and always provided for his family it may of not been a lot but he at least had clothes on our backs and food at the table. He has 3 surviving children and one son that passed in 2016. He has 6 grandchildren and 2 great grandkids. He will be missed and never forgotten. He is now in heaven will all our loved ones that we have lost.

ROBERT EUGENE STEVENS

Robert Eugene Stevens, age 93, of Fallbrook, California, passed away January 20, 2021 after a long fight with dementia and a short fight with COVID-19. Bob was born on Dec. 19, 1927 in Battle Creek, Iowa to Ida and Paul Stevens. He studied forestry at Iowa State and, after a summer as a fire lookout in Montana, joined the Air Force. While in the Air Force he became a photogrammetrist. He moved to Washington, D.C. where he married Janet Kleefisch on October 3, 1953. With the purchase of a convertible, Bob and Jan traded in their chilly DC life for a home in Southern California and 60-odd years of sunshine.

Bob was proudly licensed as a professional engineer and after several years working for American Aerial Survey he opened his own business, Robert E. Stevens, & Assoc. in Covina, Ca. He loved running his own business, especially being able to spend time outdoors and allowing time in the schedule for an afternoon nap.

Bob loved a good joke and a cold beer. He loved walking through the forest and sharing the scientific name of each tree. He loved going to the casino and traveling the world, filling his house with treasures from his travels. But mostly he loved his children, his grandchildren, and his dogs.

Bob was preceded in death by his wife Jan. He is survived by his children Tamara Homnick of Hickory Corners, MI, Ronald Stevens of Concord, CA, Marta Baker of Solana Beach, CA, and Rebecca Solander of Fallbrook, CA, as well as 10 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren. Donations can be made to the San Diego Zoo or Elizabeth Hospice.

Gary A. Jenerette

Beloved husband, father and grandfather, Gary Alfred Jenerette passed away on December 21, 2020 at his home in San Marcos, California.

Gary was born in Detroit, Michigan on June 17, 1937 to Carol Partlow and Ellis Vandon Jenerette. Gary came from humble beginnings. Throughout his childhood, his family relocated frequently. Eventually, his family settled in Pennsylvania, where he enjoyed growing up with his six half- brothers and sisters. As a young adult, he attended college at Millersville State University. He then joined the Army and was assigned to Fort Bliss, Texas. After finishing his military service, he settled in El Paso, Texas. It was there that he discovered what happily became his life long career: a career in newspaper advertising. Gary’s first sales job was with the El Paso Times. He often exceeded his sales goals, and even won a grand prize trip to the World’s Fair. During a vacation to San Diego in 1969, Gary toured The San Diego Union-Tribune. He spontaneously applied for a job and was hired on the spot! At the UT, he continued to excel in advertising sales and was eventually promoted to managerial positions in both the display and classified advertising departments. Gary loved his career at the Union Tribune and was a beloved employee there for 35 years.

Gary met the love of his life while working at the Union Tribune. They married in 1985. He was happily married to Linda Jenerette for 35 years. His daughter, Lisa Jenerette, resides in El Paso, Texas. Her sons, Zachary and Joshua, enjoyed spending time with their grandpa on their visits to California. His daughter Joy resides in Simi Valley, Ca. She has four children. Gary loved spending time with his large family which includes David and Linda Rick, Lisa and Baris Sarsilmaz, Kathryn Rick Binney, Charles and Amy Rick, Amy Kennedy and 15 perfect grandchildren! He is survived by his wife Linda Jenerette, his two daughters Joy Lee and Lisa Jenerette, and his siblings Jane Jenerette, Bea Ladley, Viola Mayberry, Faith Traini, and Vandon Jenerette as well as many nieces and nephews. Gary was predeceased by his father, Ellis Vandon Jenerette, his mother, Carol Partlow, his step-mother Viola A. Jenerette, and brothers George S. Jenerette and Peter M. Jenerette.

Due to current COVID restrictions, there are no plans for a service at this time. A small family gathering will be held at a later date.

Kathleen Rae (Foley) Havlik

San Marcos, CA

On Friday October 30, 2020, Kathleen Rae (Foley) Havlik gained her wings and passed away unexpectedly with her sister Laura by her side.

Kathleen was born January 17, 1970, in Leominster, Massachusetts to Leonard and Carolyn Foley, and moved with her family to Carlsbad, California in the summer of 1985. She graduated from La Palma in 1989. As a CNA, she had several elderly and disabled clients that she cared for, then became a transportation aide with the Vista Unified School District.

Our family has lost a child, a mother, a sister and an aunt. Her robust laughter and great sense of humor will be severely missed by all who knew her. Her ability for joke and story telling could fill a room with laughter even in the darkest of times, a great comedian she was. She enjoyed spending time with her great niece Norah.

She is survived by her parents, her husband Scott Halvik; a daughter Kimberly Moore, a son Connor Havlik. A brother Norman Camire of Montana, sisters Brenda Glenny of Sherborn, MA, Karen Parent and husband Scot of Carlsbad, CA, Laura Baxter and husband Richard of Vista, CA, many nieces, nephews, and cousins, and close friend Darrel Annabelle. She is preceded by her brother Stephen Foley and nephew Kyle Secrest.

The family will hold an intimate family graveside service at Eternal Hills Memorial Park. A Celebration of Life is being planned for January 16th at Marshall Street Park, Oceanside, CA for family and friends. The family wishes to thank everyone who has sent their condolences and support.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in her memory at Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America AAFA.org

VALERIE DINSMORE

Valerie “Vicki”, “Val” Dinsmore, 75, of Carlsbad, CA passed away peacefully at home onNovember 3, 2020.

Valerie was born in Butte, MT to George and Geraldine Garrison. She grew up in Montana along with three siblings and eventually settled in California.

A retiree of the City of Carlsbad, she loved her family dearly and enjoyed playing board games, cards, and rides along the coast.

She is survived by her four children, Wendy Dinsmore, Shelly Howell (Enos), Bryon Dinsmore (Jeny), and Travis Dinsmore (Siri). She is also survived by 10 beautiful grandchildren: Blake and Kevin Howell, Christena, John, Taylor, Noah, Matthew, Isaiah and Abigail Dinsmore and Silas Dinsmore-Johansen.

She is preceded in death by her partner Alvy Funaki.

She was loved by all who knew her and will be dearly missed.

No service is planned at this time. In lieu of flowers please donate to Hospice By The Sea.

SCIPIO ECKERT

Scipio died Wednesday, October 7th. He is survived by Elyse OHare , MaiaEckert and Creed Eckert. They are his children. His wife , Dawn Eckert will miss him .

VIRGINIA MARGARET "MARGE" ROBINSON

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November 10, 1940 - October 12, 2020

It is with great love we remember a beloved wife, mother, grandmother “MaSugie”, friend and teacher to us all. Marge passed away in her sleep with her husband at her side Monday October 12, 2020. Marge’s love for teaching children was an unquestionable talent that will continue to bless the world with her lessons. One of her favorite Easter Sunday School lessons for young children was to clap together and sing the words “give up sadness, keep your gladness”. We know that she would want us to do the same in her passing and know that our Father Mother God continues to care for her. In lieu of flowers Roger, Eric, Kristin, Robyn together with their families invite you to share your favorite quality, memory or expression of gratitude for Marge or donate to a children’s charity of your choice. We will share your notes* with each other at a private family memorial. *(Mail to Roger Robinson 13526 Calle Colina, Poway CA 92064 or email kmj5@icloud.com)

ROBERT GEORGE RICHARDSON

Robert (“Bob” “Bobby”) George Richardson
February 24, 1944 – September 6, 2020

Bob Richardson was born in Minnesota and moved to San Diego, CA as a young boy. He was the eldest of four Richardson brothers and was always active in sports and learned the values of hard work. Bob attended Kearny High School where he earned MVP in Football, Basketball, and Track & Field. He was awarded most outstanding athlete at Kearny his senior year. Bob went on to attend UCLA, where he received his BS degree in Business, and was part of the awesome Bruin football team that won the Rose Bowl Championship in 1966. After college, Bob played football for the Denver Broncos and also played in the Canadian Football League. He was part of the great Hamilton Tigercats team that won the Grey Cup Championship in 1967. After football Bob continued to love all kinds of sports. He participated in many recreational team sports, enjoyed jogging, was constantly focused on exercise, and later became an avid golfer. He was also a talented singer and loved to socialize and make people laugh.

Bob’s ultimate career however was in Commercial Real Estate. He was a successful broker with Coldwell Banker and the John Burnham Company in the 1970s and then went on to form his own development company, Richardson Partners. Bob built three successful business parks in San Diego and was part of the master planning of Pacific Corporate Center, back when Sorrento Valley was in its infancy. Bob worked in real estate for nearly 40 years before retiring.

Bob has spent much of his retirement enjoying family, exercising, and singing karaoke with his friends in North County San Diego where he has been a fave at the Elk’s Lodge for the last few years, known for his “big band” ballads. Robert Richardson is survived by his wife of over 50 years, Julie, his two children, Tamara and Kent, one brother, and three amazing grandchildren.

Michael Steven Lesko

Michael Steven Lesko - better known as Mike - passed away peacefully at the age of 53 on Monday July 20, 2020 at Scripps La Jolla Hospital, California.  He was born August 4, 1966 in New London, Connecticut, to Frank & Christine (Mlynarz) Lesko.

Mike was a graduate of San Dieguito HIgh School in Encinitas, California and remained very close friends with many of his classmates.  He worked in the construction industry as a heavy equipment operator, but most importantly he was a son, brother, uncle, nephew, cousin, and a great friend to so many.

Mike loved sports - especially golf, fishing, horse racing and football.  He was a Dallas Cowboys fan for life!  For several years he was the Voice of the Mavericks, announcing the football games at La Costa Canyon High School.  He had a tremendous knowledge of all kinds of sports trivia.

He is survived by his parents Frank and Christine, sister Sharon, brothers Robert and Kevin, his brother-in-law Jeff, sisters-in-law Kimberly and Tiffany and many nieces, a nephew, cousins, aunts, uncles and so many close friends whom he considered family.

Luther James Harmon, Jr.

It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Luther James Harmon, Jr. (Luke), who left us on June 16, 2020, and is now at peace from a long battle with Cancer. Luther was born on January 16, 1960 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin as the eldest son of Luther James Harmon, Sr. and Yvonne Travitt. In 1990 he brought great joy into the world with his daughter Brittany.

Luther’s lifelong passions were racing, fast cars, dancing, and comic books. He retired from 38 years of service at power plants in Wisconsin and California as a Control Operator. He is survived by spouse Nigel Rosemary Harmon, daughter Brittany Marie Harmon, parents Luther James Harmon, Sr. and Yvonne Travitt, brother Michael Lem Harmon, sister Kelly Marie Scott, half-sister Lena Wilder, nephews Nathaniel and Michael Scott, and niece Rita Ann Belasco.

At Luther’s request, no funeral services will be held. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital at www.stjude.org.

WAYNE ALAN GRITTON

Wayne Alan Gritton, of San Diego California went to be with the Lord on May 1, 2020. Born in 1935 and raised as farm boy, he forewent multiple football scholarships to support his country and join the US ARMY in 1953 as an intelligence officer in Korea. He returned to the states and joined the San Diego City Police Department in 1961. In 1997, he retired as Detective Sargent in the Western Division. As part of Narcotics Task Force, Wayne was instrumental in establishing the National K9 Narcotics unit for Airport Security and Undercover High School Narcotics Task Force.

Wayne received numerous commendations over the years and was loved by many at the SDPD. He was known as the “Best Detective Sargent”, someone who “impacted my life and career”, “raised me from a pup”, he taught me “how to investigate and be patient” and told so many, “there is life after the [SD] Police Department”.

Those who knew and loved him referred to him as “Gritts” or “True Grit” as a man of integrity and unconditional love for his family, fellow police officer’s, neighbor’s and those who he gave a hand to.

He loved being a Dad and “Pop Pop Wayne”. It meant the world to him. He let his grandkids dress him up, cover him in stuffed animals, play tea parties and ball. He always had an open door for all his children to lend an ear or cheer on their successes.

He fought his bravest battle against Frontotemporal Dementia. His love and devotion to his wife Eileen was with him to the end. He had her read his favorite Psalm 91 each night. Heaven opened up and welcomed Wayne A. Gritton with a smile on his face to greet the King…Jesus!

Thank you all for your love, support and beautiful memories. Wayne, my precious soulmate, you will be missed and forever with us in our hearts.

Wayne Gritton is survived by his wife of 19 years Eileen Gritton; daughter’s Lisa Gritton Sweesy and Vicki Gritton Klein; blended family Kris Michell, John Paul Behra, Tim Behra, Jeannie Kalley, Ted Behra , Shari Futas and Leanne Packard, 15 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren.

Private Services for interment are tentatively scheduled at Miramar National Cemetery on July 6, 2020.

A Celebration of Life will be tentatively held at Maranatha Chapel in Rancho Bernardo on July 6, 2020 at 2pm. Attendance may be restricted. Please check with family members as the date approaches if additional people will be allowed to attend.

In lieu of flowers please consider a tax-deductible donation to either Association for Frontotemporal Dementia at:
Association for Frontotemporal Dementia- in memory of Wayne A. Gritton
AFTD https://www.theaftd.org/support-aftds-mission/
AFTD is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit. Donations are tax-deductible, and our federal tax ID number is 41-2073220.
1-866-507-7222 or email info@theaftd.org

Maranatha Chapel- in memory of Wayne Gritton
10752 Coastwood Rd, San Diego, CA 92127
(858) 613-7800 or website https://www.maranathachapel.org/

Elizabeth Ann Matthews

Elizabeth Ann Tumbleson Matthews passed away peacefully on April 22nd, 2020 in Oceanside, CA at the age of 68.

She is survived by her daughter Tammy Rizzo Harris, her son Thomas Rizzo and her three grandchildren Jace Rizzo, Nicole Harris and Ryder Rizzo.

Elizabeth was born to Jeanette and Harold Tumbleson in 1951 and grew up in Ohio. She was a professional model for newspapers and catalogs. Later in life she became a makeup artist for runway modeling.

She will be remembered for her kindness, laughter, beach adventures and love and sacrifice for her family.

Many thanks for all the kindness and support that has been shown to our Mother, as well as to the family at this time.

Mother you will be dearly missed and forever in our hearts.

LOWELL BURTON

Lowell Burton, 94, passed on April 6. Son of Joseph and Tillie Brodsky, “Butts” was born in Newark, NJ, but lived most of his life in West Orange, NJ. After attending Weequahic High, he enlisted in the Navy and served in combat on submarines in the Pacific. He graduated from the University of Miami (FL) and New York Law and was a trial attorney for over 50 years. He is survived by four sons (Dennis, Donald, Andrew, and Michael) and four grandchildren (Blake, Elena, Grant, and Jack). The family requests donations be made to The Veterans of Foreign Wars Foundation. Private services will be held at a later date.

ROBERT LAMAR WALTERS

In the early morning of March 24, 2020, Robert Lamar Walters, known as Bob by those closest to him, passed away peacefully in his sleep.

He was a son, a brother, an uncle, a father to many, a grandfather, great-grandfather, and a loving husband of 50 years to his wife Mimi. He lived a long life surrounded by his family and close friends.

He will be remembered by his good sense of humor and strong will to live. 

“And more, much, much more, I did it my way”


May he travel peacefully on to his next journey in life, with strength in his heart and love in his soul.

We love you. We miss you.


Robert Lamar Walters
May 19, 1938 - March 24, 2020
 

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.