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Carlo J. “C.J.” Flores
East Palo Alto Post 472, Palo Alto
 Carlo J. "C.J." Flores passed away peacefully, February 4, 2008 in Redwood City at the age of 82. He was born September 27, 1925 in Hermosa Beach, CA, and was a resident of Redwood City for 68 years.
Dearly beloved husband of Ruth M. Flores; cherished father of Susan (Jack) Wilkinson of Spanish Fort, AL, Audrey (Marc) Struve of Menlo Park, Gary Flores of Cupertino, and Yvonne (James) Williamson of San Carlos; devoted "Grampa" of Jeanne (Bobby) Moore, Tony Flores, Eric, David and Jenna Williamson.
C.J. was a member of TNT (Team in Training), V.F.W. Post # 2310 and American Legion Post # 472. He was a U.S. Army veteran in WWII and the Korean Conflict and served in the criminal investigation dept. C.J. volunteered his time as a docent at Yosemite, the Presidio of S.F. and Boys State in Sacramento. He enjoyed hiking, camping and marathon running. He was an avid poetry writer and enjoyed photographing waterfalls.
Friends are invited to attend the Funeral Mass on Wednesday, February 13, 2008 at 11:00 AM at St. Matthias Catholic Church, 1685 Cordilleras Road, Redwood City. A reception will follow.
Memorials in Carlo's name to Foothill College REACH Program, 4000 Middlefield Road, Palo Alto, CA 94303 or Yosemite Association, P.O. Box 230, El Portal, CA 95318-0230 (www.yosemite.org) preferred.
| top |  When a Past Commander transfers to Post Everlasting, we have the "Draping of the Charter" ceremony. The Post charter remains draped for thirty days. We had this ceremony for Roy before this evening's (8/21/2007) General Membership meeting. Our hall was full. Roy's brother, a member of Norco Post 328, attended this meeting.
Everyone has a story to tell about Roy. I can't tell you how many members have told me they wake up several times at night thinking about him. Roy cooked, plumbed, organized parties, and stepped up to help whenever needed.
When we wanted to know something about the Legion we went to Roy. If we needed to know who to contact in the Legion to get something done we asked Roy. Tonight when the minutes, of our last Executive Board and General Meeting were read, Roy's name was mentioned several times.
When the names of new members were brought up tonight for voting into membership of our Post, guess what? Roy had recruited two out of the five voted in.
There will be a Memorial Service for Roy on Saturday morning September 22, 2007. The ceremony will begin in our parking lot at the eleventh hour with the Norco Post 328 Color Guard.
Respectfully... JD Delmer, Norco Post 328
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 Norco veteran, Legion member, Roy Fate, dies
By SARAH GORDON
The Press-Enterprise Tuesday, August 21, 2007
Roy Fate was probably one of the most involved members of the American Legion Post 328 in Norco. Legion members on Monday talked fondly about their friend who was hit by a train Saturday morning and died at Riverside Community Hospital shortly afterward. They remembered a boisterous veteran with a kind heart.
"You'd walk in the room and you'd hear, 'Hey Sullivan, how you doing? Come have a drink,' Norco Mayor Harvey Sullivan, a Legionnaire, said. "Everyone in the place knew you'd arrived if Roy saw you first." The Legion members who gathered Monday for drinks, lunch and commiseration at the Norco post on Old Hamner Road pondered what they would do without Mr. Fate's booming voice or his perennial involvement in the veterans organization.
Mr. Fate, 55, was hit by a train about 11:30 Saturday morning as he crossed the tracks on foot on Joy Street in Corona, Corona police Sgt. Neil Reynolds said. He died a short time later at Riverside Community Hospital. According to investigators, he apparently stepped into the path of a westbound train just after an eastbound train had passed. Investigators are treating the incident as an accident.
Members of the Norco American Legion post said Mr. Fate was an Army veteran who served as a paratrooper in the Vietnam War and ultimately devoted himself to the Legion. "I think the things he loved most in life were the Legion and his dogs," said Ken Thomas, an Army veteran who knew Mr. Fate for 15 years. "Roy was like rust, he was everywhere," said post member Terry Garrett. In his more than two decades with the organization, Mr. Fate served almost every officer position in the club, including commander. From 1997 to 1998, he also served as Legion district commander for an area that included Riverside and San Bernardino.
Whether he was helping stripe the parking lot or masterminding the post's annual Army Birthday Party celebration and fundraiser, Mr. Fate had his hands in every activity, keeping hall events running smoothly, fellow members said. "He was true to the course," recalled Sullivan. "If he was working on something, you could count on him to finish it."
He became widely known for his stentorian opinions, quirks, and generosity. Mr. Fate loved to cook at the Norco hall, and oversaw the installation of a new kitchen. When health inspectors pointed out flaws last week, Mr. Fate characteristically spoke his mind, said friend and post Adjunct Denny Morton. "He went after them like a wolf after a lamb chop," he said. He frequently told fellow members, "I love you like a brother," many Norco post members recalled Monday. Member Skip Davidovich recalled how Mr. Fate saved him $2,000 by helping fix leaking underground pipes at his house at no charge.
Mr. Fate earned a modest living as a part-time plumber, Morton said. His longtime girlfriend Lynn Welliver died of cancer a year ago, and after that he lived alone with his two dogs. He had no children.
A brother in Murrieta could not be reached Monday.
The Norco American Legion Post is planning a memorial service for Mr. Fate, and is accepting contributions at P.O. Box 207, Norco CA, 92860.
Reach Sarah Gordon at 951-893-2114 or sgordon@PE.com
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Alfred J. Ferrera
Twin Cities Post 313, Larkspur
 Passed away on August 1st, 2007 at age 94. Alfred grew up in Connecticut and joined the Army at the start of WW II serving in Italy, France and Africa. He married Alice Schenone in 1945 and has lived in Corte Madera since then. He and Alice owned Corte Madera Variety during the 1950s. Al retired as a surveyor from MMWD.
He was a member of American Legion Post 313, Marin Rod & Gun Club, and the Goldenaires.
Preceded in death by Alice, he is survived by his two children, Karen (Roland) Hawkins and Fred (Patti) Ferrera; grandchildren Dan, Dave, Jason and Reena; and great-grandchildren A.J. and Chris.
A special thank you goes to the caring staff at Adobe House. Family and friends are invited to a Memorial Mass on Friday, August 10th at 10:30 a.m. at St. Patrick Church, 114 King St., Larkspur. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Helen Y. Davis Patient Services Fund, Project Independence, 10 N. San Pedro Rd. #1014, San Rafael, CA 94903.
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Edward J. Fazekas
Chula Vista Post 434
May 13, 1932-July 20, 2007
Edward J. Fazekas, 75, of National City died Friday. He was born in Ohio and was a tugboat captain at the Navy shipyards. He was retired from the Navy and was a veteran of the Korean War and the Vietnam War. He was a member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles and American Legion Post 434.
Survivors include his three grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren.
Visitation: 5 to 9 p.m. Friday, July 27, 2007, with rosary at 6 p.m., Humphrey Mortuary, 753 Broadway, Chula Vista.
Mass: 9 a.m. Saturday, July 28, 2007, St. Mary Catholic Church, 426 E. Seventh St., National City. Interment: Holy Cross Catholic Cemetery, 4470 Hilltop Drive, San Diego.
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Charles F. Feliz
Corporal Marshall N. Braden Post 56, Santa Maria, CA
1930-2007
Age 76, passed away July 13, 2007 in a local Santa Maria Hospital. He was born October 21, 1930 in Santa Maria and has been a life-long resident. Charles attended local schools and graduated from Santa Maria High School in 1950.
He served in the United States Army during the Korean War and in 1953 married Betty Munoz. He then began a career as a heavy equipment operator in construction and in 1964 working in civil engineering at Vandenberg Air Force Base till retiring in 1993. Charles was a longtime member of the Santa Maria Elks Lodge # 1538, a member of the VFW McGinley Brothers Post # 2521 a member of the American Legion Post # 56 and a member of the Santa Maria Valley Pioneers Association. He was also a former member of the Operating Engineers Union Local.
He is survived by his wife of over 53 years, Betty F. Feliz of Orcutt, CA and three sons and their wives, Anthony & Renae Feliz of Bakersfield, CA, Robert & Merry Feliz of Santa Maria, and Daniel & Lurriee Feliz of Bakersfield, CA. One brother and his wife, Benjamin & Dolores Feliz of Lake Isabella, CA. Six Grandchildren , Sarah and her husband Dan Emerson, Holly, Kady, Jessica, Christopher and Haley Feliz and one Great Grandson, Aiden Emerson, along with numerous Nieces and Nephews.
A Memorial Rosary will be recited Wednesday, July 18, 2007 at 6:00 pm in the Chapel of the Dudley-Hoffman Mortuary with Father John Mayhew officiating. In honor of Charles request, cremation was held with private inurnment in the Memory Gardens of the Dudley-Hoffman Columbarium.
Friends if they so desire can make memorials in Charles name to the American Cancer Society, 426 East Barcellus Dr., Suite # 305, Santa Maria, CA 93454 or to any favorite charity.
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Harold Ping Fong Sr.
Gung Ho Post 696, Sacramento, CA
 FONG, Sr., Harold Ping Passed away July 11, 2007. Born July 30, 1913 in Toisan, China. Lived in Sacramento 78 years. Harold came to Sacramento as a teenager and became a radio technician. He started working for McClellan Field on December 7, 1941, Pearl Harbor Day. He proudly served his country in the Army Air Corps during World War II. He resumed civilian service with McClellan AFB after the war and retired in 1978 after 33 years. He continued his passion for electronics as the ''TV repairman'' in the Chinese community until computer chips replaced vacuum tubes.
Harold loved to read and talk about Chinese history and was an avid wrestling fan. He was a past commander of the American Legion Gung Ho Post 696.
Survived by his devoted wife of 70 years, Young Ai Fong; his loving children Donald (Helen), Marlene, Harold (Yuk Ling), Jr., Thomas, Darlene (Ken) Gee, June (Gene) Pascual, and Gloria (Lanny) Clavecilla; 12 adoring grandchildren Cindy (Carleton), Victor (Debbie), Harry, and Tommy Fong, Kenny, Lincoln, and Matthew (Jennifer) Gee, Aimee (Adam) Roha, Gena (Zach) Vierra, Alexis Pascual, Tiffany and Kimberly Clavecilla; and 8 great-grandchildren Connor, Courtney, Sidney and Shelby Fong, Calvin Gee, Samantha Roha, Nathan and Alexis Vierra.
Family and friends are invited to a wake on Tuesday, July 17th, 7-8 pm and Funeral Services on July 18th at 1 pm. Services will be held at George L. Klumpp, 2691 Riverside Blvd. Burial will be at East Lawn, 43rd and Folsom Blvd.
| top |  Richard Douglas Foreman, age 87, passed away January 31, 2007 in Loma Linda, CA. He was born May 7, 1919 in Palmyra, NE and was a resident of Riverside for the past 40 years.
He was an electrician, retiring after over 50 years of work in the electrical construction field; he was a member of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Union. He served in the United States Navy during World War II and was a member of the American Legion. He loved animals, especially horses. Richard was a loving father, grandfather and friend. He will be missed greatly by all who knew him.
Richard is survived by his children Audrey Lindemulder of Lake Elsinore, Jan Petit (Ron) of Alvin, TX, Charles Foreman of Rayville, MO and Ronald Foreman of Norco; his granddaughters Jennifer Tyler and Angie Lawrence; and 6 great-grandchildren.
Service will be held Monday, February 5, 2007 at 2 PM at Pierce Bros. Crestlawn Mortuary, 11500 Arlington Ave in Riverside. Interment will follow in the cemetery.
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Gerald Francis Flocken
Alpine Post 258
Oct. 25, 1925-Dec. 30, 2006
Gerald Francis Flocken, 81, of El Cajon died Dec. 30. He was born in Peoria, Ill., and was an auto technician for the California Highway Patrol. He served in the Navy during World War II and was a member of VFW Post 9578 and American Legion Post 258.
Survivors include his wife, Eleanor Flocken; daughter, Peggy Slemp of Woodinville, Wash.; sons, Bruce Rogers of Oxnard and Dennis Rogers of Kalispell, Mont.; stepsons, Dennis Cook and Terry Cook of Lakeside, Steven Cook of Atwater and Keith Cook of Tulsa, Okla.; sister, Geraldine Hoyt of Santa Maria; 20 grandchildren; and 40 great-grandchildren.
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Daryl Fuller, Sr
Tollhouse Post 350
 Daryl Fuller would have been 82 on July 7, 2004. He passed away June 25, 2004. Mr. Fuller was born in Wisconsin and moved to California when he was a young man. He is the father of four children; survived by Daryl Jr. of Tollhouse, Phyllia Irick of Fresno, and Teri De La Rosa of Fresno, and preceded in death by a son, Robert. Daryl saw his family grow to six grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren, with one more on the way.
He retired from the Vendo Company in 1984 where he worked as a silkscreen painter. He was active in the VFW and Cootie organizations in the Fresno Area. He moved to the Burrough Valley area in 1988, where he became an active member of the American Legion Post 350.
While still a young man, Daryl served his country in France and Belgium during World War II. Soon after he returned home, he met and married Wilma Burns, who he loved and cherished for over 50 years. Daryl loved the outdoors. For many years Daryl and Wilma were avid campers, and they became members of a camping community. They met and becasme friends with many wonderful people over the years.
Daryl was an active member and past Commander of the American Legion Post 350. He was always around to help out for all occasions, large or small. He could always be counted on to have a welcome attitude ansd a willing hand to assist with many different duties during special events. He will truly be missed!
Memorial services will be held at the American Legion Post 350, Watercress Lane in Burrough Valley, at noon on Saturday, July 3, 2004.
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Mel Foronda
August 28,1948 - May 31, 2005
Auxiliary Department Accountant/Bookkeeper since June 1985
 Today, we have had a great loss. Our faithful Accountant/Bookkeeper Mel went to live with our Lord. Mel, has been with the Department of California since 1985 and as anyone who had called the office and spoke with her can tell you she was always helpful and professional. She will surely be missed.
She was visiting family in the Philippines so she was with loved ones. Please would each of you just take a moment of your time to say a special prayer for her family and their loss.
I will dwell in the house of the Lord for ever. Psalm 23:6, I believe that the bible teaches that heaven is a literal place. Is it of the stars? I don't know. I can't even speculate. The Bible doesn't inform us. I'm not worried about where it is. I know it will be where Jesus is.
Thanks be to God for His indescribable gift! 2 Corinthians 9:15, I reached out for your gift of Jesus and received forgiveness and eternal life.
Thank you, my heavenly Father.
We should rejoice and celebrate her life and the honor of knowing her these past years. Someday we will be with her and all our other friends and family who have gone before. Please don't take life for granted! Be kind to each other each day and treat it as if it were your last. You will find you are happier and those around you will be also. We are only here to visit for a short time, so remember to love one another.
Respectfully Reported... Jackie Lay, Department Chaplain & Friend
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Gene Ferretti
Lloyd Andrews Hamilton Post 540, Novato
Gene Ferretti- Passed away unexpectedly (following a Caribbean cruise for his step-son's wedding) on November 19, 2006. Loving husband of Judy Ferretti of San Rafael and the late Patricia Ferretti. Dear father of Mike Ferretti and his wife Kathy of Petaluma, CA and Joe Ferretti and his wife Evie of Rohnert Park. Step-father to Craig Soucy and his wife Melody of Seattle, WA. Loving grandfather of Gina Griffith and her husband Gabriel, Angela Ferretti, Juliana Ferretti, Tony Ferretti, and Joey Ferretti.
Gene enjoyed "Life"! Most days at 3:00 pm he could be found having a beer at the Novato Elks Club. He loved his family and especially loved traveling with his wife Judy. Gene was employed at San Quentin from 1949 to 1960. He was a deputy sheriff with Marin County for a short time. He went on to work for the California Department of Motor Vehicles for 30 years and continued to work for them as a retired annuitant following his retirement. Gene was a member of the Novato Elks Lodge 2655, VFW Post 7816 and the American Legion Post 540.
Gene was known as "Mr. Baseball" in Novato for many years. He started coaching Little League in the late 1950's and became a Little League board member in the 1960's. Gene coached many all star teams, one of which was one game away from the Little League World Series. Gene and others started the American Legion Baseball Post 540 program in Novato in 1965. Gene continued his involvement with the American Legion program for 35 years as the coach/manager and District Baseball commissioner. The young men that he coached and became friends with were his passion. He will be greatly missed by his family and many friends.
A Vigil will be held on Friday, November 24, 2006 at 7:00 p.m. at the mortuary.
Friends and family are invited to a Funeral Liturgy on Saturday, November 25, 2006 at 1:30 p.m. at PARENT-SORENSEN MORTUARY AND CREMATORY, 850 Keokuk St., Petaluma, CA 707-763-4131. | top |
Jose “Joe” Flores
Oldest Veteran at Veterans Home of California in Yountville
American Legionnaire and Veteran of Foreign Wars
June 12, 1898 to June 27, 2004 - 106 years of a full life!
"If you want to be happy in life, you should live a simple life"
 Chef and World War II Veteran - Joe was born in Calpan, Mindoro, Philippines. He worked in Hollywood as a houseboy and chauffeur for many years, including the Marx brothers. Served in the Navy during World War II and was part of the escort group for MacArthur's famed return to the Philippines, was Admiral Nimitz personal chef and more!
My Dad celebrated his 106th Birtday on June 12 with family, friends, vets and VHC staff. He passed away on June 27 ... as the oldest veteran at the Vets Home. Here is my son's website regarding the Live of Jose 'Joe' Flores:
http://members.aol.com/geflores/grampa.html Respectfully. . . Carlo Flores - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
Thursday July 15th
10:00 AM, Memorial Service in Yountville, CA at Veterans Home Chapel
11:00 AM Internment at Veterans Home Cemetery Yountville, CA
Noon: Red Cross Hospital Flag Presentation at Holderman Hospital Veterans Home Yountville, CA Saturday July 17th Mass
11:00 AM Catholic Mass in Redwood City at Saint Matthias Church
Noon - 2:00 PM Gathering in celebration of Grampa Joe, guests invited -Thomas Lacey Memorial Hall (adjacent to church)
American Legion Honor Guard, Naval Reserve Fleet "Last Watch", Slide Show, Eulogies, buffet served
Saint Matthias Church - 1685 Cordilleras Road, Redwood City 650-366-9544
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to:
“The ‘Joe Flores’ VHC Red Cross Hospital Flag Living Memorial Fund”
Carlo Flores will administer the trust fund. Please make donations payable to:
“The Joe Flores VHC Red Cross Hospital Flag Living Memorial Fund”
C/O Carlo Flores , 1026 Connecticut Drive, Redwood City, CA 94061 At the bequest of Joe Flores, a five-plus year veteran resident at the Veterans Home of California, “The ‘Joe Flores’ VHC Red Cross Hospital Flag Living Memorial Fund” has been established. Joe Flores aka Poppa Joe, a WWII Veteran, came to learn first hand the meaning of protection and support under the International Red Cross Flag in the Pacific when his Navy Ship, a destroyer, was sunk during the Coral Sea battle. His raft hoisted both the American flag and the Red Cross flag while floating aimlessly for three weeks until rescued.
He spent many months recuperating at the General Letterman’s Hospital in Honolulu, Hawaii while observing the Red Cross flag and flying high on the Hospital flagpole. Likewise, during his stay at the Eisenhower Annex II at Yountville, Joe expressed gratitude for the Red Cross flag.
He always had a soft heart for the US military nursing corps in beautiful starched white uniforms and also expressed gratitude at the VHC for compassionate caring and loving nurses and supporting staff.
The special trust fund will ensure that a Red Cross flag will fly in perpetuity at his beloved Country Club at the Veterans Home of California at Yountville’s Norman B. Holderman Hospital.
Contact: cj4short@aol.com
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Ted Floros
Post Adjutant - Las Animas Post 669, Gilroy
Ted Floros died Sept. 5, 2004, in Gilroy after a brief illness. He was 79.
Mr. Floros was a native of Gilroy where he was a rural letter carrier for more than 35 years in the Gilroy and San Juan Bautista areas. He was a member of St. Mary’s Church and a Navy veteran of World War II.
Ted was a life member of The American Legion Las Animas Post 669, Gilroy and was very active in Legion activities. He was in the Past Commanders Club of California, a life member of the VFW Post 6309, a member of Anavicus, the 40 and 8 Club and the Gilroy Elks Lodge 1567.
Mr. Floros is survived by his wife, Edna, of Gilroy; sons Gary Floros of North Carolina and Gregg Floros of East Lansing, Mich.; stepsons Stephen and Cliff Brabant; and grandchildren Laura, Rhett, Susan, Patrick and Tony Floros and Kristin Brabant.
Mr. Floros was preceded in death by his son George Floros.
Services were Thursday, Sept. 9, at Habing Family Funeral Home. Entombment was at Gavilan Hills Memorial Park, Gilroy.
The family asks that any donations be made to: - Child Welfare Foundation
American Legion Dept. of California
401 Van Ness Ave., San Francisco, CA 94102
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Elise Fazzone
Corporal Marshall N. Braden Post 56, Santa Maria
It is with say duty to report the Elise Fazzone has been transferred to Post Everlasting on September 30, 2004.
Services: October 5, 2004 at 11 a.m.
Star of Bethlehem Lutheran Church
4465 South Blosser Road, Orcutt
Tel: (805) 937-0339
| top | Fred was born on July 29, 1931 in Emlenton, PA and died December 1, 2004 in Seaside, CA. He retired from the United States Army after servicing 22 years and was a veteran of two wars Korea and Vietnam. He distinguished himself by demonstrating excellent professional abilities and dedication to duty. He strongly believed in duty to God and Country, and had strong family values. He also retired from civil service. He served in many of the military service organizations giving service to the military veteran communities. He particularly dedicated himself to The American Legion where he filled both appointed and elective officer positions giving service to the all military veterans he came in contact with. He endured strong convictions of what he thought being a "Legionnaire" community meant. He said, “If you are a legionnaire, you're a good legionnaire otherwise you are not crap." He was a Past Commander of VFW Seamont Post 8679, and served active for a good many years. He was Past Commander of American Legion Post 591 Seaside and Past District Commander of the 28th District, Past President of the Past Commanders Club, 28th Outpost, and was Past Chef de Gare of the Voiture. He was instrumental in organizing the first Special Olympics on the Monterey Peninsula and established the Seaside Halloween and Senior Citizen Christmas Dinners at the Oldemyer Center. He helped to reestablished the 7th infantry division Alumnus Association and provided leadership in the Army Association. There was never a time when someone came to Fred to ask for help on matters that concerned veterans or his friends when he would not take the time to help with time or money. He will long be remembered by "His Community." He is survived by his lovingly wife Kinue Ferguson who has stood by his side through the good times and the bad times and often paid the price of having Fred at her side. We all love Kim and we pray for her to the adjustments she must make in her life without Fred. Some of us remember Fred's children who are Sandra, Ken, and Archie who Fred dearly loved and enjoyed. They too will have our prayers so they too can overcome this great loss. We sincerely regret that Fred will not be here to see his Grandchildren grow. Nonetheless, he will be looking down on all his family and if the listen closely they will hear him bellow should they falter. Burial Services: Monday, December 6 - 1:30 pm at Mission Memorial Park in Seaside. Legionnaire Memorial services will follow at "Fred's American Legion Post 591" in Seaside. In closing this Obituary I want to say, "They Don't Make Them Like Fred, No More!" Maybe I shouldn't say this, I'm still about... Abel Quinones
| top | Eli Watts Fisher, 78, of Stanton, a retired contractor, died Dec. 9, 2004, of cancer.
Eli Fisher, 29th District Commander 1996. He was a member of Stanton P-783 then transferred to Anaheim P-72 where he was the Adjutant. Eli was a member of Orange County Voiture #527 for sixteen years.
SERVICES: Wednesday December 22, 2004 - 12:00 Noon at Westminster Memorial Park on Beach Blvd. in Westminster.
CARDS & LETTERS TO: Eli's Grand-daughter, "RANDY" at 2623 Michelle Ln., Highland, CA. 92346 Telephone: (909) 864-0301
Respectfully, Bill III
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Jerry Finch
Post Commander, Chico Post 17
 Loving husband, father, grandfather and friend to many, Jerry Finch passed away January 30th.
Born March 6, 1935 to Earl and Luella Finch in Des Moines, Iowa, he later moved to California where he met and married the love of his life, Carla Engle, in 1953. Carla went to be with the Lord in March of 2003. The family takes great comfort in knowing they are now together.
Jerry and Carla were blessed with three children: Dyanna Rogers, her husband Bob, granddaughters Larissa, Jessica, Rebecca and her husband Danny; Kelli Voss, her husband Jim and grandsons J.T., Trevor, Christian and Brenden; son Cody Finch and his wife Melody and grandchildren Amanda and Adam. He is also survived by his step-father Wendell Phillips and brothers Gordon Finch, Ron Phillips and Rick Phillips.
Jerry served in the Armed Forces from 1952-1956. He received a BA from CSU, Hayward and worked in retail management prior to going into full time Christian ministry. He served as a founding Board Member at Calvary Chapel Paradise and as Associate Pastor at Magalia Community Church
A Korean War veteran, Jerry was the Post Commander of the Chico American Legion Post # 17, an active member of the VFW, AMVETS, and the local chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution. Recently he had been involved in the design and implementation of the Veterans Memorial project that will be built in the Chico City Plaza. The Memorial will be dedicated Veterans Day, 2005.
Memorial Contributions can be made to the Veterans Memorial project in care of Newton-Brace- well Chico Funeral Home. View obituary and send condolences online at www.nbcfh.com.
A memorial service will be held Saturday, February 5th, at 11 a.m.
Veterans Memorial Hall, 900 Esplanade, Chico.
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Jack A. Fluty
Harding-Noia Post 161, Antioch
 Jack A. Fluty April 24, 1947 - Feb. 3, 2005 Jack was born in Antioch. He had lived in Brentwood for the past 18 years. Jack's profession has taken him all over the world. His dream was to start his own company.
In 1993 he went into business for himself. This was one of many great accomplishments Jack had. Jack enjoyed traveling, fishing, swimming with his grandkids, watching Raider games, and of course riding his Harley Davidson.
Jack is survived by his beloved wife of 35 years, Shirley, his loving mother Opal Fluty, son Jaddeus, daughter Melissa, son-in-law Tobias, granddaugthers Breanna, Alina, grandson, Tobias Jr, brothers Carl, Jimmy, sisters, Mary and Patsy.
Friends and family are invited to attend a Visitation on Tuesday, February 8th after 11:30 a.m. with a Memorial Service to follow at 1:00 p.m. at Higgins Chapel, 1310 A Street in Antioch.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to Kaiser Hospice.
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Jack was my friend, my "Brother" and a Charter Member of the District 9 American Legion Riders. He died as a Proud Warrior fighting cancer, to the very end. He shall be missed by many. May God Bless and Keep him always. Please view http://www.rolling9s.com/jackbio.htm This link is our tribute to him.
Thank you,
For God and Country
Bob 'Wizard' Scudero
Commander Post 161
President ALR-CA District 9
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