Jesse Getzie

Jesse Getzie of Oceanside CA passed away on February 25th 2023 at home. His dream was to move from the cold winters of Wisconsin to Southern California and on March 1st 2022 that dream came true. He loved the pier and lifestation #5 which he and his wife would frequent.

Jesse, son of Cindy and Bob Fuhrmann lived in River Falls WI before moving to Oceanside. Jesse worked as a DevOps consultant and Dojo Coach and was very passionate about his career. He worked his way up from being in a data center to leading large teams in immersive learning and best practices. He was a brilliant man.

Jesse loved being outdoors and enjoyed camping, hiking and kayaking. One of his favorite places was Yosemite Falls where he proposed to his wife. He loved watching his daughter play volleyball and go fishing with his son.

He is survived by his wife Shantina Getzie, children Macy Getzie and Tyrrel Getzie and his feline companion Harley “Ci-Ci”. Mother Cindy Fuhrmann, Step father Bob Fuhrmann, Brother Jason Getzie, and best friend Matt Peterson; extended family and friends in both River Falls WI and Oceanside, CA.

Ruth Clara Hummel (née Stevenson)

Ruth Hummel was called by her Savior Jesus into eternal glory on Feb. 3, 2023 at the age of 93 at Vista, CA where she resided and was lovingly cared for by the entire staff at Majella Assisted Living of Vista, CA. Ruth was the beloved wife for 68 years of the late Rev. Dr. Horace D. Hummel (d. Oct 2021). They were married Aug 1, 1953 at True Light Lutheran Church, New York, NY. Ruth was the loving mother of the late Joel (d. 2010) and Eve of Renton, WA.

The Holy Bible, New International Version
Revelation 14:13
Then I heard a voice from heaven say, “Write: Blessed are the dead who die in the Lord from now on.”
“Yes,” says the Spirit, “they will rest from their labor, for their deeds will follow them.”

Ruth Clara Stevenson was born on June 9, 1929, in Kodaikanal, S. India, the second of eight children, to Esther (née Nagel) and Duncan S. Stevenson II (missionary to India). She was baptized and confirmed in the Lutheran Church – Missouri Synod. She was a member of many Lutheran congregations and most recently Gloria Dei Lutheran Church, Escondido, CA. Her unwavering faith in her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ was the foundation upon which she built her life.

She lived most of her early years in India and attended boarding school for missionary children in Kodaikanal. Having completed elementary education in May 1943 she made the month and a half voyage to USA with her sister Esther. After secondary education at Walton High School in New York, her education continued at Concordia Teachers College River Forest, Illinois (Bachelor of Science in education degree, 1951). She also went on to obtain Master degrees in religion, 1962 (Concordia Seminary, St. Louis Missouri), and education, 1981 (University of Missouri–St. Louis). In her life-long career in teaching young children, largely in Montessori education, as well as many years teaching Sunday school at local congregations she has impacted countless lives through her constant Christian witness. Notably, if there wasn’t a convenient school for her, she would start one herself, run it and teach in it. These schools were in Missouri, Indiana, Illinois, Maryland, New York and Massachusetts as well as Mannheim, Germany. Her career was supported by lifetime teaching certificates from Missouri and primary diploma from the American Montessori Society. Along with professional presentations at educational conferences and work in curriculum development her published works include Where Do Babies Come From?. Wonderfully Made, Little Martin Luther, among others.

She is survived by her daughter Eve Irene, sisters Esther Peterson, Muriel Rothenbush, Grace Brauer, Alice Brackensick and brother James Stevenson. She was preceded in death by husband Rev. Dr. Horace D. Hummel, her parents Duncan S. and Esther (née Nagel) Stevenson, son Joel James (Stephanie, née Hart), sister Elizabeth Bliese and brother Duncan S. Stevenson III. She is also survived by four grandsons: Joel Jr, Evan, Andrew and Richard; as well as four great-grandchildren: Grant, Willow, Julia and Gentry.
A memorial service will be held at Gloria Dei Lutheran Church, Escondido, CA at a date and time to be determined with availability on Zoom and YouTube and, at a still later date, another memorial service with internment at Immanuel Lutheran Church, Daykin, NE.

In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts can be made to The American Montessori Society, New York, NY, the National Audubon Society through any of the local chapters or Gloria Dei Lutheran Church, Escondido, CA.

shawn pleysier

Shawn Pleysier of Vista, passed away Tuesday, September 20th, 2022, at home. A memorial service will be held at Oceanside Harbor on November 12th, 2022, at 2pm. In lieu of flowers or for those wishing to make a contribution, donations will go towards his daughter's college education.

Shawn, son of Gerard and Fay Pleysier, was raised in Shadow Hills, CA, and moved to San Diego, CA, as an adult. Shawn worked in the glazing industry for 25 years building a large clientele, network of colleagues and friends. He was a loving father and true friend. He brought joy to the hearts of his family and friends and would always lend a helping hand. He loved to go to the desert, river or snow with family and friends, and to take his daughter to Disneyland.

Shawn is survived by daughter, Gillian Pleysier; former spouse, Glennis Dawson Pleysier; parents, Gerard and Fay Pleysier; brothers, Jay and Greg (Tiffany) Pleysier; niece and nephew, Kayla and Logan Pleysier; and extended family in Australia.

DORRAINE WORRALL

Dorraine Jeanette Habberstad was born on a farm near Knox North Dakota in April of 1930, she passed
from this life from advanced dementia / / The irony is, she was so extraordinarily intelligent.
High School Salutatorian at 15 years old she began her teaching career at age 16. She graduated with
honors from Minot State Teachers College by way of correspondence courses and summer school while
teaching country schools along the frigid Canadian Border of North Dakota.

Married a Durham wheat farmer, Melvin Worrall Jr. in 1951, only child Tanya was born 1955. Moved to
Glasgow Montana 1956 because North Dakota wouldn’t hire female teachers with children and
Montana would. They built their own dream house designed, decorated and painted by Dorraine,
Melvin constructed everything else except dig the hole for the basement.

Traveling domestic and foreign, Fort Peck Summer Theatre, Fort Peck Fine Arts Council and Tanya’s
Dance were all nurtured by Mrs. Worrall. Everything she got involved in she included her 4th and 5th
grade students into. She was proud of teaching kids “out of their seats” through interaction, art, science
and audio-visual mediums.

When Melvin died in 1986 she taught 4 more years then retired at age 60 - having taught grade school
for 42 years. Dorraine moved to Vista California where she had found a studio for sale that Tanya,
Tanya’s husband Dalton and Dorraine could live and work in. Sewing costumes, being the business
manager, and photographer - she produced 20 shows a year with Tanya and Dalton. Tanya’s Dance was
in business for 41 years, 10 in Montana and 31 years in Vista CA.

The happiest time in her life was riding horse back with her beloved sister Joy in the Turtle Mountains of
North Dakota during the Great Depression. That is what she always remembered and at sundown
would try to run home to.

ELAINE C. WALTERS

Elaine C. Walters (fondly known as Lainey by her family) passed away peacefully at the age of 94 on October 8, 2022 with family by her side. For the nine decades she blessed this earth, she was a force, full of energy and love. Outgoing by nature, Lainey was adored not only by her children, but by their friends and her friends as well. Her unique gift was connecting with people. She made each person feel valued and comfortable, no matter their age, their gender or background. Positive energy, a witty sense of humor and a love of martinis meant she was frequently the life of the party. Her passing has left a huge hole in the hearts of her family and friends, but we know that her upbeat spirit will, no doubt, be felt in heaven.

Elaine was born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin on August 15, 1928, and she grew up in the Midwest. In her youth she was active in the 4-H Club (winning first place in the Indiana State Fair for growing a large green bean), was an avid horseback rider, enjoyed fishing on the lake at her grandparents’ lodge and loved all things related to nature. In 1955, she fell in love and married her wonderful partner, Donald Walters, and they built a life together with their two children in the suburbs of Philadelphia. Lainey was a girl scout leader, a room mother (for virtually all years and all classes), and an enthusiastic fan at swim meets, field hockey games and lacrosse matches. She was a gifted seamstress which she put to use making creative Christmas decorations to raise money at the church bazaar, elaborate costumes for water shows and school plays and Halloween outfits second to none. She was also an accomplished artist, and her beautiful pastel and water color paintings adorn the walls of family and friends. She loved to move and was physically active through Jazzercise, jitterbug dancing, pool aerobics, yoga, exercise classes and especially golf.

Elaine was predeceased by her husband Don in 2006, her son-in-law Mike Hoffert in 2008 and her sister Elizabeth McDonald in 2019. She is survived by her daughter, Lisa Walters-Hoffert; son Mark Walters and his wife Nancy; grandson Peter Walters and his wife Aimee; granddaughter Katherine May and her husband Patrick; granddaughter Andzia Hofftin and her wife Jenay; and seven extraordinary great-grandchildren.

Elaine realized how privileged she was to live comfortably in her final years, without fear and/or hunger. In lieu of flowers, she has requested donations be made to support those who lack such security: Serving Seniors: https://servingseniors.org A celebration of Elaine’s life will be held on Saturday, December 10, 2022 at 12 noon at the Fletcher Cove Community Center, 133 Pacific Avenue, Solana Beach, CA 92075.

Julia Crouse

Julia M Crouse was born on August 18,1933 in Richmondale, Ohio to George and Bertha Crouse.
She married but later divorced Oscar Butts in 1971. She then worked at Beatrice Foods for many years. She then started working at Cond'e Nast Publications after many years she then retired. She lived in Illinois for over 60 years. She then moved to San Diego to be closer to her family. Julia loved to paint, play the slots and loved watching Newsmax TV. She was an avid Trump supporter and wanted nothing more than to see him re-elected in 2024. Her children all agree that Julia was selfless and would give her family everything even if it meant she had nothing. Julia is survived by her brother Edward Crouse of Chicago and her four children, Debbie Duensing, Sandra Cioe, Michael Butts, and Julie Packer. She had many grandchildren and two great grandchildren. Julia passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her family. A celebration of life will take place on Thursday, November 10, 2022 at her home from 4 Pm to 9 Pm.

Mary Grosskopf

Mary Grosskopf May 10, 1924 -- April 13, 2020 Mary was born in Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin. She was eight years old when her mother died, so she and her younger brother Phillip, were brought up by aunts and uncles. When Mary finished high school, she attended Milwaukee State Teachers College, which is now the University of Wisconsin at Milwaukee. After graduating in 1943, she taught elementary education. She met the love of her life, Richard, at the University of Wisconsin in Madison and they married on June 24, 1950. The couple first settled in Niagara Falls, New York, but they moved numerous times over the next 10 years, form New York State to Texas to Delaware. They had eight children. After Richard died in 1982 and the last of the children finished college, Mary traveled with old classmates from the Midwest. She enjoyed seeing Europe and Asia with friends, but she also struck off on her own, traveling to Hawaii and taking the glass-domes train to Canada. Mary moved to the warmth of San Diego in 1987. She loved classical music, theater, and all things French. Mary very much loved her children Frederick (deceased), Mary Catherine, Loretta, Richard, William, Theresa, Margaret, and Paul. In addition, she is survived by ten grandchildren and six great grandchildren.

Karl Roundy

Karl Roundy passed away on April 10, 2022 with his children by his side. Karl was born in Pennsylvania on April 10, 1960, and he found his way to San Diego nearly 40 years ago. He loved the great outdoors, and taught his kids how to fish, navigate rivers and lakes, camp under the stars, ride their bicycles off-road, and to truly appreciate the simple things in life. Notably, Karl taught his children, Misty Hirsch and Joshua Roundy, to embrace curiosity, and seek out the how’s and why’s of life, which is something they have done throughout their lives. When grandkids entered his life, Karl shared the same enthusiasm for nature and life’s wonders as he had when he was younger.

Karl also spent his life working with his hands. Whether he was building a motorcycle or fixing a Porsche, sketching schematics for a new part, teaching his kids how engines operated, or even crafting skateboards out of scrap metal, he was thoughtful with every project and truly knew his craft. He showed off his skills in various capacities over the last 25+ years as a Federal employee for the Department of the Navy.

At Karl’s request, his children will scatter his ashes in the mountains during a private ceremony. Family, friends, and members of the community are invited to join the Hirsch and Roundy families on Friday, June 10, 2022 at 2:00 pm at North Coast Church (2405 N Santa Fe, Vista, CA 92084) for a celebration of life service.

Elizabeth Elaine Luna

Elizabeth was born December 9, 1958 in Los Angeles, CA. to Antonio and Helen Luna.

She would attend Colton High School in Colton, CA. She continued her education at San Bernardino Valley College earning an Associates Degree. She later moved settling in Escondido, CA. She would later relocate to San Diego working for Corelogic. She would make San Diego County her home making many new friends along the way.

Elizabeth grew up enjoying horse back riding and a love caring for animals. She enjoyed going to the San Diego Harbor frequently taking boat rides whale and dolphin watching.

She is survived by her 2 sons Gary of San Diego and Luke of Toronto.

BRANDON RAY BARR

Our beloved Brandon Ray Barr, 48, of Oceanside, CA, loving husband, father, grandfather, brother and son, passed away Saturday, April 2, 2022, after a long battle with brain cancer.   

Brandon is survived by his loving wife Randi, son Keano, daughter-in-law Amber, grandson Krew Ray, mother Lucinda Barr-Bayless, sister Kristen Terrill and brothers Jake and Jared Rundell, as well as numerous cousins, family and friends who will all miss him more than words can say. 

Brandon was preceded in death by his father Gail Ray Barr Jr., his paternal (Barr) and maternal (Stutler) grandparents, and his uncles Michael Dwayne Stutler and Gregory Alan Davis. 

Brandon was born April 12, 1973, to Lucinda Barr-Bayless and Gail Ray Barr Jr. in Anaheim, CA.  After Brandon graduated from Lake Havasu High School in 1991, he went to work the family business at Barr Welding and Machine Shop for a few years. His son, Keano Gail Barr, was born in 1994 and was a source of much joy and pride in Brandon's life. In the early 2000s, Brandon moved to Carlsbad, CA, and it was at this time Brandon began his career as a plumbing apprentice. 

He would continue to advance in the construction field and eventually start his own contracting business in 2009.  His son Keano joined him in the business in 2018 and worked alongside him until his death. Brandon met his wife, Randi, in 2006, and they loved traveling to the Pacific Northwest and being with friends and family. The birth of his grandson, Krew Ray Barr, in 2020 was a light of hope and brought Brandon great happiness during what was a very challenging time.

Brandon was a loyal, helpful friend who could fix or build practically anything.  As a classic car enthusiast, he was very proud of his restored 1954 Chevy Bel Air. Brandon was an exceptional general contractor and enjoyed his trade very much.  Although he was a man of few words, he was genuinely kind with a huge, compassionate heart, an infectious laugh, warm smile, and a mischievous sense of humor.  A truly unique individual, he has left us with a gaping hole in our lives, and his favorite saying rings in our ears: "It's always something.”

Special thank you to the medical team at Scripps and the staff at Hospice of the North Coast for their exceptional compassion and care for Brandon.

A celebration of life will be announced at a later date. 

WARREN LEE DUNN

Warren Lee Dunn 10/24/1941-3/17/2022

Warren was born in Loma Linda, California in 1941 and spent his young years growing up in several Southern California towns, eventually graduating from Chula Vista High School in 1959. His passion for art began at an early age and continued throughout his life.

After high school he worked to save for college and was eventually juried into California Institute of the Arts (CalArts), graduating with a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in 1970. Warren went on to gain a Master of Fine Arts degree in 1972 from the University of Washington majoring in ceramics, cast metal sculpture and glassblowing. Most of his active military service was spent painting murals and instructing in the post craft shops. He was an active member of the San Diego Potters Guild and the Oregon Potters Association in Portland.

Upon graduation, his teaching career in the “fire arts” disciplines began immediately at Lassen College in Susanville. After three years, he secured a full-time, tenure-track position at Clark College in Vancouver, Washington. Over the next thirty years, Warren developed the programs and taught ceramics, cast metal sculpture, glassblowing, jewelry, stained glass, drawing, design, computer graphics and film studies. Though never having had children of his own, Warren considered all of his students as his kids and mentored them through a myriad of educational and career choices. Beyond his passion for art, Warren enjoyed maintaining and showing his restored 1940 Oldsmobile coupe, 1940 Oldsmobile convertible and 1958 Porsche coupe. He also supported several environmental organizations and animal rights groups.

During a sabbatical year leave to study the ceramic forms and graphics of the Pueblo Indians of New Mexico, Warren attended a local Christmas sing around the wassail bowl gathering and was drawn to an angelic voice that belonged to his soon to be wife, Marcia. Marcia followed Warren up to Vancouver where they began their 27 year marriage.

Upon retirement, Warren and Marcia moved to Santa Fe, New Mexico and for the next six years, bathed in the artistic ambience of the town. However, the arrival of a new step-grand-child in San Diego prompted a move back to Southern California. Settling into the retirement community of Laguna Vista Estates in Oceanside, Warren voluntarily developed the Laguna Vista Clay Club where, for nearly ten years, senior citizen residents have been exploring the rewarding experience of working with clay.

After fighting pancreatic cancer, Warren passed peacefully in the presence of his loving wife. He predeceases his brothers David and Mike and his sister Tarey, two nephews, two step-sons and four step-grand-children. A Celebration of Life will be held at 10:00 on April 30 at the Laguna Vista Clubhouse in Oceanside. Warren wouldn’t want to see anyone in a tie, so please dress comfortably. Warren encourages everyone to contribute to charities that care for animals and Earth’s fragile environment.

TYRONE DENNIS COX

TYRONE DENNIS COX January 20, 1939 – February 24, 2022

Tyrone Dennis Cox passed away peacefully at his home in Rancho Santa Fe, California on February 24, 2022. Tyrone was born in Walhalla, North Dakota on January 20, 1939. Ty is survived by his wife Peggy Hutchinson Cox; son Jason Michael Cox, daughter-in-law Victoria Ryan Cox and two granddaughters Ellie Ryan Cox and Peyja Ryan Cox. Sister-in-law Mary Pilcicki; brother-in-law Charles Michael Hutchinson and wife Mary Ellen Hutchinson; as well as numerous nieces and nephews.

Tyrone was preceded in death by his father Albert Cox, mother Jean Hewitt Cox;

sister Wilma Gainer, and brother Albert Cox.

Ty served 4 years in the United States Air Force and received an honorable discharge.

Ty retired from Ace Hardware Corporation and spent many of his retirement years actively involved in Christian ministry and as a volunteer Chaplin at Mercy San Juan Hospital.

A Celebration of Life will be held on April 9, 2022 at 2:00 p.m. in San Diego, California. Friends are welcome to attend.

In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to:

Unicare Hospice, 1510 S. Escondido Blvd., Escondido, CA 92015

Samaritan’s Purse, P.O. Box 3000, Boone, North Carolina 28607

Arlene Ann Rosky

February 8, 2022

Arlene Ann Rosky nee Osterberg, age 82 of Oceanside CA passed away early Tuesday morning February 8, 2022 due to complications of a stroke. Arlene was born on March 31, 1939 in Weehawken, NJ to William Osterberg and Louise (Clancy) Osterberg. Arlene spent her childhood growing up in Weehawken NJ with New York City as her back yard with her older sister Marylou and brother William. Her brother William died in his early twenties having a profound effect on her. Arlene played a small part in a historical event in Weehawken as the final tube of the Lincoln Tunnel was opened in 1957, Arlene as a majorette at Weehawken High School marched through the tunnel during the opening ceremonies.
After graduation Arlene began a career in New York City as a secretary at an engineering firm. She enjoyed exploring NYC, attending Broadway Shows, Comedy Clubs and Night Clubs. She recently shared many of those stories with her eldest grandson when he moved to Manhattan. In addition to enjoying everything Manhattan had to offer Arlene also enjoyed travel, two highlights were camping out near Mt Rushmore and exploring Europe with her girlfriends.
Arlene met and married the love of her life, Leonard Rosky. They were both in the wedding party of mutual friends. While participating in the friend’s wedding they quickly fell in love and were engaged and married shortly after. Arlene and Lenny set up an apartment in Weehawken and began to raise a family. They quickly outgrew the apartment and later moved to a larger apartment in Lodi, NJ and then bought a house in Pompton Lakes NJ as their fourth son was born.
Arlene spent most of her time as a devoted wife and mother raising her four sons. She actively participated in Cub Scouts and being a class mother. The family enjoyed summer camping vacations up and down the East Coast. She was active in her community and PTA, helping to bring the “Helping Hands Program” to Pompton Lakes. Arlene also contributed to help make ends meet as a school crossing guard, town librarian and later as a pre-school teacher. Arlene was a devoted Catholic and an active member of St Mary’s Church in Pompton Lakes, NJ.
Before moving to Oceanside CA in their retirement and following two of her sons to the San Diego area she enjoyed playing with her two grandsons, never hesitating to get down on the ground to play with toys and act out what ever character she was assigned in role playing games. In retirement, Lenny and Arlene began to explore the West Coast, taking frequent train and bus excursions, even revisiting Mt Rushmore. Arlene always kept busy as an active member of her condominium board and taking courses at the local community college. Her and Lenny always enjoyed Yoga for Seniors. She was also frequently seen sitting in a chair reading books on the pier while Lenny chatted up the fishermen.
Arlene is survived by her four sons, William Rosky and wife Anne Zenger of Juneau AK, Peter Rosky and wife Tracy of Wayne, NJ and their sons Thomas Rosky of New York City , NY, John Rosky of Aurora CO, son James Rosky and wife Sharon of Oceanside CA and their children Randy Vitello and Heather Snyder and her children Sienna and Scarlett Snyder, and son Charles Rosky of West Milford, NJ. She is also survived by her sister Marylou Crummey of Livingston, NJ. She is predeceased by her husband Leonard, parents William and Louise Osterberg, her brother William Osterberg, her brother-in-law John Crummey and her niece Nancy (Crummey) Crowe.

Steven Schuh

Steven Carl Schuh, age 75, died after a lengthy illness on January 24, 2022 in San Diego, California. He was born to MSGT Carl Edward and Huguette Germain Schuh in Altoona, Pennsylvania. As an Army brat, his family moved frequently, but ended up in Wilmington Delaware, where he graduated from Brandywine High School. Steve enlisted in the U.S. Army in the late 1960’s, where he was sent to study Japanese at the Defense Language Institute in Monterey, California and was then posted to Okinawa. After an honorable discharge, he was hired as an employee of the Central Intelligence Agency. He lived and worked in Hawaii for several years before he returned to Washington, D.C. There, he met and married Laura Jones in Annandale, Virginia. He graduated with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Administration in 1977 from the University of Maryland. He and his wife were then posted overseas in East Asia and Europe for many years before returning to settle down in Herndon, Virginia. His marriage later ended in divorce. He retired from the government and eventually moved to San Diego. He is survived by his two adult children,US Marine Gunnery Sergeant Andrew Schuh and his wife Ariana of San Diego, and Robin Schuh Murphy and her husband Dennis of Bristow, Virginia and two Murphy grandsons. His mother, father, and sister Nicky DeAngelo predeceased him. He is also survived by his sister Annette Hamilton and her husband David of Perryville, Maryland, and his brothers Jim Schuh and wife Ann of New Port Richey, Florida and Patrick Schuh and wife Kristina of Wilmington, Delaware, and several nieces and nephews. Steve loved animals, convertibles, model building, stamp and coin collecting, and golf throughout his life, and was known on occasion to bake special Easter and French breads to share with his friends.

Daniel Duran

It is with heavy hearts that we share; Daniel “Danny” Duran, age 51, passed away at home surrounded by loved ones on January 3rd, 2022.

Danny suffered courageously over 3.5 years with an extremely rare neurological disease called CLIPPERS, diagnosed only 5 months prior to his demise. Sadly, he contracted COVID, which accelerated his final days.

Daniel was born on July 30th, 1970, the third child of seven, eldest twin to Juan R. and Rosario Duran in Tijuana, BC. His family moved to Oceanside CA when he was 3 years old which is where he remained throughout his life.

In his early days Daniel was tenacious, energetic, a happy child. He excelled academically and musically. He enjoyed playing basketball and football and he was a proud Oceanside High School Pirate! His days in the school orchestra battling for violin first chair, and the Triple Superior ranked choir were some of his favorite memories.

Daniel married the love of his life Miriam in 1992. Their 29-year marriage was blessed with two wonderful daughters who were the apples of his eye. His family meant more to him than anything else in the world, and he was endlessly proud of his daughters. He made sure that each one had every opportunity available to them. He never passed up a chance to cheer for them at games, competitions, and performances. He was a classroom dad and chaperoned many field trips. Daniel ALWAYS chose family over any other activities.

His greatest joys were his family and his Savior Jesus Christ. Daniel loved praising God. Whether it was singing with the worship team or special music at church. His beautiful, strong voice was inspirational. He was a people person who genuinely cared for others. He made many friends along the way. Regardless of where he went, he would undoubtedly run into someone he knew and would spend time catching up or praying with them. He was a steady, strong, faithful, and loving, son, husband, father, brother, tío, and friend. His infectious smile and laugh will live on forever.

Daniel was preceded in death by his parents Juan R and Rosario Duran. He is survived by his loving wife Miriam, daughters Vanessa & Cynthia. Father and Mother in-law Marcos & Maria Rosa. Brothers Johnny, David, Carlos, Estevan, Marco, Charles & Danny B. Sisters Ana W., Ana D., Jessica, Joey, Rosalia, Angelica, Martha & Maria. Cousins, nieces, nephews, grandnieces & grand nephews.

A celebration of life will be held on Saturday June 18, 2022, at 3:00pm at the Oceanside 7th Day

Adventist Church

1943 California Street

Oceanside, CA 92054

Leonard Charles Rosky

Leonard Rosky, age 83 of Oceanside CA passed away after a bout with pneumonia on December 29, 2021. Leonard was born on April 27, 1938 as the only child to Polish immigrants in Bronx, NY. Leonard’s Bronx accent and attitude remained with him his entire life.

After graduating high school Leonard enlisted in the National Guard. He was assigned to the 101st Airborne Division, where he was trained as a truck driver. His brush with history was in 1957 when President Eisenhower deployed federal troops to help with the integration of Little Rock Central High School of the first African Americans.

While serving in the National Guard, Leonard stayed in the Bronx and began his career with Conard Shipping. He also purchased a beloved 1957 Chevy Belair.

Leonard met the love of his life, Arlene Ann Osterberg while they were both serving in the wedding party of mutual friends. It was love at first sight and they were engaged 6 months after their first meeting and were married shortly after. His love for Arlene was so great that he left his beloved Bronx and they began to raise a family in Weehawken, NJ. As the family grew they moved to Lodi and then to purchasing their own home in Pompton Lakes, NJ. There they successfully raised four boys. Leonard worked hard to support his growing family as a truck driver and proud Teamster member. He primarily drove for Axelrod Dairy, waking early and making deliveries to supermarkets around New York City. He occasionally took his boys as “helpers”, exposing them to the trucker lifestyle, country music and their first cups of coffee. The family often spent their summer vacations camping up and down the East Coast. Leonard was also a fan of the writer Studs Terkel.

After their boys grew up and left home, Leonard retired and he and Arlene followed two of their sons West. They purchased their retirement condominium in Oceanside CA, just a short drive to the Pacific Ocean and the fishing pier. Leonard and Arlene spent their retirement exploring the Western part of the United States. They often took group bus and train excursions exploring the West. One of the highlights was visiting Mount Rushmore. In their later years Lenny and Arlene would spend time on the pier, while Arlene set up a chair and read books, Lenny would fish, but mostly engage the fisherman in conversation and his infamous one-liner jokes.

Leonard is survived by his wife Arlene of Oceanside CA, his four sons William Rosky and his wife Anne Zenger of Juneau AK, Peter Rosky and his wife Tracy Rosky of Wayne, NJ, James Rosky and his wife Sharon Rosky of Oceanside CA and Charles Rosky of West Milford, NJ. He is also survived by grandchildren Thomas Rosky of New York City, NY, John Rosky of Aurora CO, Heather Snyder and Randy Vitello both of Oceanside CA and great granddaughters, Sienna and Scarlet Snyder. He is preceded in death by his parents Charles and Lottie Rosky

Caroline Swan

Caroline Mae Swan age 93, of Rancho Bernardo passed away peacefully on November 1, 2021 after a relatively short battle with Lymphoma. She was born on January 27, 1928 in Santa Monica California as the only child of Charles and Margaret (Jessop) Halverson. Caroline grew up in Los Angeles and Culver City and attended Alexander Hamilton High School, graduating in 1945. She married the love of her life, Robert (Bob) Lester Swan, on January 14, 1950 and moved to Hermosa Beach. Caroline and Bob purchased a new house and moved to Torrance, California in 1955 where they made a warm and welcoming home and raised their three children, Dennis, Cydna, and Eric. After raising their children, Caroline and Bob moved to Thousand Oaks, California in 1984 where they enjoyed a busy retirement life, taking on leadership roles with their community groups and traveling extensively both domestically and internationally. In 2004 they moved to Rancho Bernardo in San Diego and continued to enjoy an active retirement life. Bob passed away in 2009. Caroline survived a major stroke in 2017 that left her disabled for the last four years of her life.

During her younger years, Caroline held various jobs, including working as a page at MGM studios as a teenager and later for Von’s Grocery Company as a long-standing member of Retail Clerks Union local 905. At home, Caroline enjoyed crocheting, sewing, knitting, decorating, entertaining, and caring for her cats.

Caroline is survived by her children; Dennis Swan of Torrance, Cydna Swan of San Diego, and Eric Swan of Oakland; and her six grandchildren : Terra, Izaac, Aimo, River, Jenna, and Astrid. Caroline was preceded in death by her parents, Charles and Margaret Halverson, and her husband of nearly 60 years, Robert Swan.

DURGA KHATRI

Durga Khatri left this earthly realm on May 24th, 2021 after being unwell since 2017. She was 79 years old and was predeceased by her husband of 56 years, Mohan Lal Khatri.

Durga courageously faced the challenges of her life from being a refugee who fled from Pakistan to India at a young age and then immigrating a second time to the United States at the age of 49. In India and in the US, she balanced managing a household and held a job for many years, contributing to her family's income. It is through her that we know what resilience and perseverance truly look like. Durga is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, Raj and Jyoti Khatri, her daughter and son-in-law, Renu and JP Sethi. She is also survived by three sisters in India and her youngest brother, Anil, who she raised like a son, and sister-in-law, Shashi Katyal. Her legacy lives on through her five grandchildren who have many loving memories of her such as enjoying her comforting head oil massages, listening to her endless stories at bedtime, and sharing Coke and ice cream floats with her.

FIDEL DANIEL CHAVOYA

1929-2021

Resident of Carlsbad, CA

On Mar. 29, 2021, after a brief illness, Fidel Daniel Chavoya passed away in his home in Carlsbad, CA; he was a former resident of Cupertino and San Jose, CA.

The third of seven children, Fidel was born on May 12, 1929, in Carlsbad, CA to Estevan and Evangelina Gastelum Chavoya. Estevan Chavoya was proud of the Chavoya family history: Fidel was a 5th-generation native Californian and a descendent of Antonio Chabolla, the original holder of the Rancho Yerba Buena Spanish land grant (which covered what is now known as the Evergreen area of San Jose, CA). Fidel attended Carlsbad Union Grammar School and San Juan Capistrano High School for 9th and 10th grades. In the summer of 1946, his family moved to Cupertino, CA where he attended Fremont High School in Sunnyvale, CA, and in 1948 Fidel graduated and enlisted in the U.S. Air Force and served in the Military Police. Due to the Berlin Air Lift, in late 1948 Fidel was assigned to Wiesbaden, Germany. In early 1952 Fidel was assigned to Edwards Air Force Base in Kern County, CA. Following his honorable discharge, in Sept. 1952 Fidel married his high school sweetheart, Rosemary Grijalva (deceased Apr. 1983). They had three children and were married for 30-1/2 years. After working for several years in the grocery business, in Sept. 1963 Fidel became an agent for New York Life Insurance Company until 1988 when he retired.

Fidel was a life-time member of the Knights of Columbus (“KofC”). In 1960 he was one of the founding members of the KofC St. Francis of Assisi Council No. 4981 serving the Cupertino-Saratoga area of CA. He held every office including Grand Knight. Starting in 1983 Fidel served two terms as District Deputy. Fidel was also a member of the KofC Fourth Degree Color Corp.

In 1989 Fidel met Susan Buerger, and in March 1992, they were married. They celebrated their 29th wedding anniversary just days before he passed away. After living in San Jose, CA for eight years, in late summer 2000 Fidel and Susan moved to Carlsbad, CA where they have been members of St. Patrick Catholic Church. Fidel was happy to be living again in Carlsbad and continued to be active with the KofC, joining St. Patrick Council No. 15076.

Fidel is survived by his widow, Susan Buerger Chavoya, his children from his marriage to Rosemary Grijalva Chavoya: Rosanne Chavoya Minnici (Joseph), Rosalind Chavoya, Fidel D. Chavoya, Jr. (Eric Earsom), his two grandchildren, Phillip Minnici and Krysten Minnici Kennedy (Bob), his brother and sister-in-law Herb and Rosella Chavoya, his sisters Emma Chavoya Qualls and Rachel Chavoya Ochoa, his sisters-in-law Bonnie Wiegel Chavoya, Rebecca Grijalva Jurado and Veronica Grijalva Lewis, numerous cousins, nephews, nieces, great-nephews and great-nieces, and Susan’s adult children and grandchildren from her first marriage: David Buerger (Carol), Karen Buerger Andrew (Marshall), Eric Buerger, Alicia True, Andrew Naselli, Shalece Doucette, Sarah Andrew, Kendra Buerger and Kaila Buerger.

Fidel has been cremated, and due to CA’s COVID-19 restrictions, his memorial services are being delayed. The family will hold a Celebration of Life on Wednesday, July 28, 2021 at 10 a.m. at St. Patrick Catholic Church located at 3821 Adams Street, Carlsbad, CA 92008, followed by interment on Friday, Jul. 30, 2021 at 11 a.m. at Gate of Heaven Cemetery located at 22555 Cristo Rey Drive, Los Altos, CA 94024. These plans are subject to California’s COVID-19 gathering restrictions in place at that time. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made in Fidel’s memory to the “Knights of Columbus Council No. 15076” and sent to St. Patrick Catholic Church at the address provided above.

Corrine Beatrice Louis

Corrine Beatrice Louis otherwise known as Sister Connie passed in her home in Escondido, California at the age of 93. She was born in Sioux Falls South Dakota on 11-09-1927. She is survived by her daughter Dava June Birge- Sharp and her brothers; Richard and Gerald Foster. Her grandchildren are Roxana Daye Neeley, Amanda Wendy McCain and Anthony James Birge. Her great grandchildren are, Tavia Beth Morgan, Nakona Ann Grimes, Dakota Birge and Seth Michael Berry.

Sister Connie was preceded in death by her husband Gerald Louis, her father Paul Foster and her mother Gertrude Luella Miller. She also lost her brother Van Foster and two sons; Hal Allan and Manual Alfred Birge.

Connie was a devout Christian all her life. She was a loving and devoted daughter, sister, mother and great grandmother. She had a sharp wit and a hilarious sense of humor. She was a gifted musician who played the piano and the accordion. She performed with the Sweet Adelines and sang with the choir in the United Pentecostal Church.

In loving memory of Corrine Beatrice Louis. She is forever in our hearts.

You are gone
but thank you
for all these soft, sweet things
you have left behind
in my home,
in my head,
in my heart..

Nikita Gill

Psalm116:15 "Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of his saints."