OUTPUT: 17:42 USER: GCONTRERAS BEEBROAD MASTER 02-21-08 PAGE: 5 SACBEE FINAL 5 BLACK YELLOWCYAN MAGENTA Remembrances (916) 321-1323, Fax (916) 321-1205, RAMEY, Lt. Col. Verl D. (Ret) Verl Donald Ramey, the son of Francis and Margaret Ramey, was born on March 23, 1920 in Langdon, Kansas. He dedicated his life to protecting our country, serving as an officer in the Air Force for 27 years.
He wasa WWII pilot, flying the P-61 Black Widow in the Pacific Rimof Operations, he flew the F-94Star Fighter in the Korean war, and completed his post war careerin Air Defense Command(NORAD). He retired from Hamilton Air Force Base, CA in 1970. He resided in Rio Linda, CA until his death on April 2, 2009. He passed away peacefully. He was preceded in death by his true love Irene.
Survived by sons: David Ramey, Steven Lambert (June) andDon- ald Ramey (Mary Jo); daughters: Kathleen Mierau, Katherine Smith (Jim), Ronee Gray Pelton (Michel), Debra Lyon (Jeff), and Diane Heald (Greg). Heis survived by 20 grandchildren and 19 brother of Jeanine Mekediak. A memorial service will be held privately. Any donation shouldbe made to the charity of your choice in honor of the late Lt. Col.
Verl D. Ramey. REICH, Rosalie Born on Saturday December 14, 1940. Entered into rest peacefully at her home on Thursday, April 2, 2009. Preceded in death by her husband of 38 years, Marvin (Jim) Reich and son Keith.
Loving mother of BrianReich (Antoinette), RamonaMartinez, Kevin Reich (Amy) andKeith Reich. Grandmother of 11, great- grandmother of seven.Survived by mother Virginia Sadek, sisters Mary Thomas, Wilma Thomas, and Judy Jetton and brother Robert Jetton. Memorial Service will be held on April 11, 2009, at 1:00 p.m. in her garden ather home. Contact family forinforma- tion, (916) 991-4655.
The road of life is paved with memories, a path that maps our way. This leads from our conception to this very second, present day. This path continues with our souls from point of origin to infinity. Keep close the path that is my life and know it always leads to me. OWEN, Jack Durnil Born March 15, 1919 in Rosedale, Kansas and passed away April 5, 2009 in Sacramento, California.
Jack was predeceased by his wife of65 years, Clara Mae Owen on June 17, 2006. Also predeceased by his parents Howard Donald Owen and Mildred Ellen Owen and his sister Patricia Jeanne. Jack is survived by his loving children, Michael Owen, Shane Owen (Diana), Stephen Owen, Melinda DeMera (Dan), 10 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. He is also survived by his sister in law, Florence Evelyn Hoover of Leavenworth, KS. Jack served in the U.S.
Army Air Corps, 464th Bomb group, as a Gunner on the B24 Liberator during World War II. Jack held many positions throughout his life. He worked for the Coca ColaBottling Company, Grapette Bottling Company, Sunshine Biscuit Company and Hertel Construction Company before becoming the general manager of the Sacramento Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce, the Executive Vice President of the Carmichael Chamber of Commerce and the Executive Vice President of the Eureka Chamber of Commerce. Jack served on many Boards including Chapter Chairman of the Sacramento Area American Red Cross, president of the Volunteers of America Advisory Board and Auxiliary, Chairman of the Sacramento Lions Club White Cane Days, president of the Sacramento Civic Ballet Association and a member of the Mercy Hospital Foundation Board. Family and friends are invited to the visitation on Thursday, April 9, 2009 from 4:00 to 8:00 and the funeral service on Friday, April 10, 2009, 12:00 pm, at Mount Vernon Memorial Park andMortuary 8201 Greenback Lane, Fair Oaks, CA.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in name to the American Red Cross. PADILLA, Dolores Born on February 4, 1930, in Denver, she passed away on April 4, 2009, in the home she loved so much. She was preceded in death by her son Albert, parents, Joseph and Leonella, three brothers, and two sisters, Survived by her beloved husband of 58 years, Albert, daughter Terry (Don) Schultze; son Joe; sister Virgie; brothers Lou and Gene; four grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews; and many, many friends. She worked for The Sacramento Bee for 16 years. She was fun-loving and full of life.
She will be missed greatly. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made to the Guide Dogs of San Rafael, P.O. Box 3950, San Rafael, CA 94912-3950. Services will be held at Andrews Greilich, 3939 Fruitridge Sacramento, on Friday, April 10, at 11:00 a.m. A celebration of life will follow at VFW Post 1267, 7576 Stockton Sacramento, Calif.
Private burial service for family will be held at a later time at St. Cemetery in Sacramento. RIVERA, Michael Lawrence Embraced by the loving arms of Jesus on in Sacramento. 43 years old. Survived by devoted parents Romeo and Rosalineof Davis, loving siblings Judy(David) and Stan (Lesli).
Beloveduncle. Respected Sacramento County Probation Officer. and colleagues will miss hisever ready smile and spirit. Services will be held on Monday, visitation from to at Davis Funeral Chapel, 116 Davis, CA; burial at at Davis Cemetery, 820 Pole Line Memorial Service at at University Covenant Church, 315 Mace Blvd. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to: University Covenant Church, 315 Mace Davis, CA 95616 or Michael Rivera Memorial Law Enforcement Fund (Scholarships for Law Enforcement Bank of America 325 St.
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(916) 321-1323 SLY, Maxine Virginia Born October 8, 1919, in Grand Rapids, has left this world on her final flight to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on April 5, 2009. Maxine was89 years old. Her husband, Kenneth Floyd Sly, preceded her and she is survived by her daughter and son-in-law Carol and Pier Simpson, five grandchildren, Kenneth, Jeffrey, Sharon, Karon, and Colin, 16 great-grandchildren and twogreat-great-grandchil- dren. She is also survived by a loving and caring staff at Folsom Convalescent Hospital. At the request of the family a donation in lieu of flowers can be sent to Lakehills Covenant Church, 7000 Rossmore Ln, El Dorado 95762.
Maxine, affectionately called GiGi by her family, lived a full life. She was happiest sitting in a boat, on a lake, with a fishing pole in her hands. She loved the outdoors and camping with her family. She proved her toughness by riding her horse Blaze on the premier endurance horse ride in the world, the Tevis, 100 miles in one day in 1966. She led her family through four generations of Tevis completions.
Maxine regularly mastered allcrossword puzzles and participatedin National Scrabbletournaments. She made her national presence known on Family Feud TV show in 1990. Maxine had an insatiable and a master at making homemade brown sugar candy. She single-handedly consumed enough Candyto annually increase the dividend by 50 cents.Maxine smiled through the depression, maintained her home and family while her husband was gone for 3 years fighting in the Pacific during WWII. She was a beautiful and radiant woman who inspired those who knew her.
She will be sorely missed in this world by herentire family and friends. MemorialSer- vice on Saturday, April 11, from 1:00 to 3:00 pm. Green Valley Mortuary, (530)677-7171, www.greenvalleymortuary.com SMITH, Roger Lee Born on May 10, 1949, in Grass Valley, to Don and Wanda He went home to be with the Lord on April 1, 2009.Roger lost his two year battlewith cancer surrounded by his family and friends. He grew up inFair Oaks, and most recently was a 25 year resident of Orangevale. Roger was a combat medic in Vietnam where he servedwith distinction.
He spent manyyears participating with Veterans groups including the VFW. He was also long time member of Fair Oaks Presbyterian Church.Roger leaves behind his wife Kathleen children Carl (Chalice) Smith of Colorado, Katrina (Chris) Fox of Fair Oaks andJohnny Smith of Orangevale, grandchildren Brinique, Darielle and Zachary, father Don Smith of Citrus Heights, and brother Randy (Diane) Smith of Rocklin. He was preceded in death by his brother Carl, sister Sherryl and mother Wanda. A Celebration of Life Service will be held on April 11 at 11:00 a.m. at Fair Oaks Presbyterian Church.
In lieu of flowers, please make a donation toFair Oaks PresbyterianChurch, Veterans of Foreign Wars (Orangevale Post American Cancer Society or the Diabetes Foundation. Please visit blueoakscbs.com/ obit.cgi?user=rog i for a remembrance of Roger. STEIN, James L. Passed away peacefully after a two year battle with emphysema April 3, 2009 surrounded by his family. He was born October 8, 1958 in Junction City, KS.
Survived by his wifeMaryanne, daughter Becca Stein Banford, husband Kevin, their sons Elias, Darius, and Andrea Stein Perry and husband Frank, their son Frankie; mother Masako Stein; brothersRobert and David; sister Judy Olson; in-laws S.A. and Helen Chandler, and many other relatives and friends. Preceded in death by his daughter CourtneyChandler Stein, father Billy, and sisterBetty. Jimmy was a member of the Cement Masons and Laborers Union Donations of cash, checks, or money orders are being accepted at anyGolden One Credit Union. Make checks payable to: James L.
Stein Memorial Fund, Solomon Chandler Gravesideservices Friday, April 10th, at Sylvan Cemetery, 7401 Auburn Citrus Heights. All Obituary Notices published in The Sacramento Bee are also online at sacbee.com/funeral Online notices are searchable by last name. Online Guest Books are also available in which family members and friends from near and far may express their condolences. (916) 321-1323 STEWART, Louie C. Born June 29, 1923 on a houseboat in Rosedale, Mississippi and entered into rest peacefully on April 3, 2009.
Preceded in death by his parents Louie Nat Stewart and Mary Stewart Stevens, 2 brothers and 1 sister. Survived by his loving wife Stewart, daughter Hope (Stewart) (Wells) Stevens, oldest grandson James P. Wells III (Nancy) and great-grandchildren Kaitlynn, James Daniel, Owen, and Noah Wells, grandson Charlie(Amber) and great-granddaughterJanelle Irene. Louie was a jet engine mechanic at McClellan Air Force Base for 30 years. He later was employed with Hardware for a number of years.
Louie then worked at Ace Hardware inRose- ville for 6 years. Visitation to be held on April 9, 2009 from 4-8 pm and the Funeral Service onApril 10, 2009 at 10 am. Both services to be held at Mount Vernon Memorial Park STOCK, William Edward Passed away peacefully on April 6, 2009, in Roseville, Calif. His beloved wife and son were at his bedside. He was born inPort Heron, on May 7, 1920.
He is survived by his loving wife of55 years, Carolyn, three children, Linda Krause (Derris), Wanda Antonio, and Roy Stock, four grandchildren, and threegreat- grandchildren. Services will be at 3:00 p.m. on Saturday, April 11, at the Roseville Seventh-dayAd- ventist Church, 914 CirbyWay, Roseville, Calif. Arrangementsby SOUTH EAST LAWNMORTU- ARY, Elk Grove, Calif. TALMADGE, James Russell Born September 30, 1949, died April 3, 2009, after a long struggle with heart disease and diabetes.
He was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, son, brother, uncle, and friend. He will be remembered for hismusic, stories, jokes, cooking, charm, generosity, and kindness. He was a lifelong advocate for the disabled and disenfranchised.He was preceded in death by his parents Eugene andMargaret Talmadge. He is survived by his wife Laurel, sons Jonathan (Angela), David Christopher, brother Charles, sister-in-love RobynJovalis (Paul), mother-in-love Florence Perry, and grandsons, Aidan and Jacob. A of will be held Saturday, April 11,2009, at 1:00 p.m.
at the North Sacramento United Methodist Church, 650 El Camino, 95815. A potluck receptionwill follow the service. In lieu of flowers, the family encourages donations to North Sac UMCor United Cerebral Palsy. All Obituary Notices published in The Sacramento Bee are also online at sacbee.com/funeral Online notices are searchable by last name. Online Guest Books are also available in which family members and friends from near and far may express their condolences.
(916) 321-1323 ReservedSpace TAN, Giok Tjin Passed away September25, 2008. Born in Bogor, Indonesia on April 9, 1920 to Tan Tek Ho Oey Heng Nio. His brothers were Tan Giok Twan, Tan Giok Chiang, Tan Giok Lee, and Tan Giok Kie. His sisters were Tan Hian Nio, Tan Tjan Nio, and Tan SoeiNio. He studied electricalengineering in Holland.
He was an Entrepreneur and a businessmanhis whole life. A nature lover and adventurer, he loved to climb mountains, walk and hike. He drove his Acura until his87th year. He was a world traveler and has visited every continent. He spoke three languages fluently, English, Indonesian and Dutch.
He also spoke German, French, and Spanish. He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Tan Tjiep Liang. They traveled the world together. He leaves behind his wonderful wife, two incredible grandchildren, daughter, and son in law. We all miss him so much.
He lived an incredible life and faced his death with amazing dignity. We admire his courage and strength. Our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, took him afterhe accepted him. We will see him in heaven when it is our time. VARNEY, Virginia M.
Born in Sacramento June 25, 1928 and passed away in Sacramento April 6, 2009. Beloved wife for 50 years of the lateDonald Varney. Loving mother of Virginia Barnett, Sue Orsolini (Roger), Celeste Olson (John) and the late Michael Varney. Devoted grandmother of Jeff, Brooke, Chris, Matt, Adrienne, Michael, Christina Vizenor Olson (Christine), JacobOlson (Cheyanne) and Molly Olson. Dear great-grandmotherof James, Ian, Breanna, Peyton, Ethan, Austin, Carter, Dylan, Lucia and Taylor.
Dear sister of Donald, Robert, Marilyn, Thomas and the late Fred White. Friends are invited to Funeral Services 11, 2009, at 10:00 A.M. at Calvary Cemetery Chapel, 7101 Verner Sacramento, CA. Arrangements by Lombard Company Funeral Directors 1550Fulton Sacramento, CA 95825, (916) 483-3297 In Memoriams Happy 75th Birthday, Mom Angelina Valdez our first birthday withoutyou, and we all miss you so much, but we know you are with dad up in Heaven. Love, children John Alice and Joseph, grandchildren John III, Vinney, Nicole, and Joel, andgreat-grand- children Ysabela, Gabriela Tino In Memoriams Happy Birthday! Joseph Anthony Moya April 9, 1980 Dec.
24, 2007 Thinking of you on your Birthday. Love Dad, Christina, Avelino, Rafi, Alexis (Baby Damiani), Dante and Joseph In Memory Of Joseph Anthony Moya April 9, 1980-December 24, 2007 Happy Birthday Happy Easter Love Gabriel, Rose, and all of your family Happy Birthday Ms. Frankie Flakes (our Entered her eternal home on February 12, 2006. We miss and love her, but the Lord loves her more. Love, your family, Stephen Davis and Barbara Flakes Davis, Charles and Brenda J.
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