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Eudell Coody Turpin
Beloved wife of Dr. Calvin C. Turpin
The American Legion National Chaplain (2000 – 01)
California Department Chaplain (1990 – 92, 94 – 95)
 Eudell Coody Turpin, loving and devoted wife, mother, and grandmother, passed away after a long illness, on September 13, 2007, at the age of 84. She was born on August 27, 1923, to Raymond D. and Cora Carson Coody, at Romance, Arkansas.
After graduating from Whitehaven High School, Memphis, Tennessee, she studied at Belmont University (Nashville, TN) and Judson College (Marion, AL) majoring in Religious Studies and Library Science. Eudell was a medical librarian. She retired from the Mary Meeks School of Nursing, Abilene, Texas. In addition, she was a trained genealogist tracing the lineage for family members and friends.
She was the co-author of two books: A History of the First Baptist Church. Gilroy, California - The First Fifty Years and 'The Rock Church': A Brief History of the Macedonia Missionary Baptist Church - Gravel Hill (White County) Arkansas. She was a member of the First Baptist Church, Edmond, Oklahoma.In 1944, she married her childhood sweetheart, Dr. Calvin C. Turpin, who became a Baptist Minister and a Professor of Religion.
She is survived by her husband of 64 years and her daughter, Susan Turpin Jones and her husband, Dennis Jones of Carmel, California; and son, John T. Turpin and his wife, Tandy Turpin of Edmond, Oklahoma; grandchildren, Dr. Dennise Jones Stewart, Kelly Jones Barrett, Ethan Turpin, and Colin Turpin; sister-in-law, Naomi Manning Turpin; and foster brother-in-law, Walt Dill. She was predeceased by her mother and father; brothers-inlaw, Nathan and Ulysses Turpin; and foster sister-in-law, Ellen Yeargain Dill.
Memorial Services are pending to be followed by Inurnment at the Romance, Arkansas, Cemetery.
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A.J. ‘Tom’ Tometich
James McDermott Post 172, Tracy
04/19/1919 — 08/18/2007
A Memorial Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Tuesday morning for August J. “Tom” Tometich, 88, a retired longtime service station operator in Tracy. He died Sunday at New Hope Care Center.
A native of Numa, Iowa, Mr. Tometich joined the U.S. Navy in 1939 and was stationed aboard the USS Brooklyn, a light cruiser that saw action in the Mediterranean and North Atlantic. While the ship was in port in Brooklyn, N.Y., a shipmate of Mr. Tometich’s, Joe Curran of Visalia, met Elda Argenti of nearby Union City, N.J., at a dance for servicemen at the Roseland Ballroom in New York City.
Curran took shipmates Ray Clark from Ranier, Ore., and Mr. Tometich to the Argenti home in Union City, where they met two other Argenti sisters, Elena and Gilda “Jill” Argenti. Marriage bells soon rang for Joe and Elda, Ray and Elena and Tom and Gilda. After the war, all three couples moved west. In 1947, the three families took over operations at the Richfield Station at the corner of 11th and El Portal streets. Joe Curran and Ray Clark departed in succeeding years, leaving Mr. Tometich to operate the station. He continued at what was first Tom’s Richfield and later Tom’s Arco for 36 years before retiring in 1983.
Over the years, Mr. Tometich sponsored a number of youth baseball and soccer teams and adult bowling teams. He was active in the St. Bernard’s Dads Club and Knights of Columbus. He was also a member of American Legion Post 172 for 42 years, the Eagles, Elks and Veterans of Foreign Wars.
Survivors include his wife of 65 years, Gilda “Jill” Tometich of Tracy; a daughter, Nancy Tometich of Stockton; two sons, Tom Tometich, and his wife, Judi, of Sacramento, and David Tometich, and his wife, Jenifer, of Salem, Ore.; five grandchildren, Brandi Gustafson, and her husband, Curtis, of Salem, Christopher Tometich, and his wife, Julie, of Austin, Texas, Corey Miller, and his wife, Trisha, of Sacramento, Nicholas Elliott of Stockton and Lisa Elliott of Woodbridge; and six great-grandchildren, Nicholas Elliott of Stockton, Jordan, Carson and Caden Tometich, all of Austin, Isabel Miller of Sacramento and Tiernan Gustafson of Salem. Also surviving are a brother, Steve Tometich of Bettendorf, Iowa; and three sisters, Eva Reum of Albany, Minn., Teress Weber of Laguna Nigel and Marie Frye of Bettendorf, Iowa.
Tuesday’s Memorial Mass will begin at 10:30 a.m. at St. Bernard’s Catholic Church, 163 W. Eaton Ave. Interment will be in Tracy Cemetery, 600 E. Schulte Road. | top |
George Thomas Jr
Sammy Davis Jr. Post 784, Inglewood
It is my sad duty to report that George Thomas, Founder and Past Post Commander of Sammy Davis Jr. Post # 784 has been transferred to Post Everlasting this week.
George Thomas, Jr. was born the eldest of three siblings in St. Matthews, South Carolina and was affectionately called "Sonny." At a very early age, he moved to New York City with his family and received education in the public school systems of New York City and Mamaroneck, New York. It was during his high school years that he developed an avid interest in historical events of the nation and the world and the role that these events played in developing classes and caste systems as well as discriminatory practices among people. For the rest of his life, he greatly expanded upon this interest and became an expert in his own right on political, economic and social issues throughout the world. During the same time, he was keenly aware and deeply troubled about social injustices placed upon African Americans in New York. It was these two events that play! ed the greatest role in shaping thoughts which would direct his life.
Upon graduating from high school, George enlisted in the United States Marine Corps during the Korean Conflict and was stationed at Paris Island, South Carolina and Camp Pendleton, California. He was on active duty in Okinawa, Japan, and South Korea. During his tour of duty he received the National Defense Medal, the Korean Service Medal, the United States Defense Medal, the Marine Corps Service Medal, and the United States Marine Medal of Good Conduct.
After receiving an honorable discharge from the Marine Corps, George took residence in Los Angeles and began to vigorously pursue his education. He obtained a 'Bachelor of Scie! nce degree in Electronic Engineering from Pacific States University at Los Angeles and in 1965. Later he met and married Alfreda Dean and to this union was born two daughters, Cheresse and Adelaide. He continued to pursue his education and obtained a Master of Science degree in Business Administration from Wichita State University, Wichita Kansas, a certificate in computer science from Control Data Institute and further studied business marketing management at UCLA and business law at University of Southern California.
He was employed as an electronic engineer at Lockheed Aircraft Company, Comprehensive Designers Corp., LPL Engineering Corp., Philco Ford Corporation, Northrop and Atlantic Research corporations. He performed such duties as an engineering consultant, c! ircuitry designing and evaluating systems, computer analysis, and program planning. After leaving the aerospace industry he was employed as a marketing representative for the IBM Corporation in Los Angeles and later became a real estate broker, a general building contractor, and the founder and CEO of GTAC Construction and Development Company.
In a quest to continue to serve his country, George joined the California State Military Reserve Third Infantry Brigade where he served for several years receiving numerous achievement and commendation medals and awards. After meritoriously serving for several years, he was promoted to the rank of Major in the California State Military Reserve. While serving in the Reserves, George successfully led the cause for the elimination of discriminatory practices against black military personnel which resulted in black service officers being given equal opportunities which they had been historically denied.
Of all of his ventures in life, George was most proud of the Sammy Davis Jr. Post #784 which he founded in 1995 and served as commander for ten years. It was during his tenure as commander that he instituted programs to assist veterans and their families, raise and donate funds to charitable organizations and those in need, support local community organizations, recognize achievements of deserving persons or groups, and other activities to support deserving individuals when called upon. He also held membership with the Los Angeles Press Club, National Guard Association, California Selective Service Systems Board, Southern Poverty Law Center, NAACP, and St. Paul's Presbyterian Men's Council.
George had strong moral convictions about life and met difficult challenges with dauntless courage. He often said "...There is nothing made by man that cannot be altered or reshaped to accommodate you or your situations to make it better... don't suffer, meet the challenge and make it better". George readily shared information and knowledge that he had amassed during his lifetime with others and mentored and gave advice to many who were seeking directions in life. He was eternally devoted to his family and was a tower of strength who gave unconditional, support, love and dedication to them all of his life.
Major, Commander, George Thomas made an indelible imprint on all whose paths he crossed and will be. remembered for his strength, moral convictions, courage! , tenacity, impeccable character and service to others.
He is survived by his wife, Alfreda Thomas; two daughters, Cheresse Thomas and Adelaide Thomas; Sister, Ann Coleman; Brother, James Thomas (Cynthia); two nephews, Reginald Coleman and Oliver Coleman. two sisters-in-law, Olivet Cunningham and Margaret Pitts; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts and uncles. He was preceded in death by two nephews Wayne Thomas and Oliver Coleman. | top | 85, native Californian, born April 29, 1921 in Alameda, died April 26, 2007 in Mountain View. He was a graduate of Palo Alto High School, class of 1940. He served in World War II and saw action in Northern Africa, Sicily and Italy. He was a member and commander in the Los Altos Post 558 of the American Legion for many years.
He owned and operated a carburetor electric shop on First Street and Los Altos and later in Palo Alto. He spent many retirement years restoring and racing classic Crosley cars. He continued racing his Crosleys until the age of 80.
He is survived by his daughter, Andrea Van Norman of Las Vegas, three grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren, his sister, Evelyn Rezendes of San Martin, his brother Hippolyte Telmont of Mountain View and two nephews and a niece. He was the longtime companion of the late Doris M. Condon of Mountain View and as such, is also survived by her daughter Carol Brainerd, her sons Chris Condon and John Condon, her four grandchildren and one great-grandchild.
Son of Hippolyte Baptiste Telmont (1899-1973) and Lorine Marie Mynstead Telmont Andersen(1902-1983), Mr. Telmont was well-loved and respected by his family, friends and the community. He will be missed tremendously by all. | top |
Gordon Tucker
Richard W. Townsend Post 84, Auburn, CA
It's my sad duty to report the passing of one of our most dedicated Legionnaires. Gordon Tucker passed in his sleep at 4 am this date, February 21, 2007. Gordon will always be remembered in all three of our organizations. He was on the financial committee for the Department of California for a lot of years also the Ways and Means, held the same position in the Past Commanders Club and the Forty and Eight. He was my mentor and best friend, he will be greatly missed. Go with God Gordon.
Gordon's services were today in Clanton, Alabama and there will be a memorial service at Fort Snelling National Cemetery in Minneapolis, Minnesota ( unknown date).
Edythe's home address is 67 Park Drive South, Clanton, AL 35045.
We really don't know much more, his obituary was in today’s local paper and asking that you sign the online guest book at www.legacy.com/auburnjournal/.
Respectfully... Court Bradbury
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Published in the Gold Country Media Newspapers on 2/23/2007:
Gordon C. Tucker, 84, of Clanton, Alabama, passed away on February 21, 2007 at Trinity Medical Center. Gordon, who was born in Deer River, Minnesota, was a Veteran of World War II and continued to serve his country in the Air Force Reserve, retiring as a Lieutenant Colonel. As a Civil Engineer for the Naval Facilities Engineering Command, he worked at various U.S. locations and Guam, retiring in California and eventually moving to Clanton in 2005.
Gordon is survived by his wife of 62 years, Edythe Henning Tucker, two daughters and four grandchildren; Gwen Alexander (Carl) and their children; Jessica LaBelle (Ben) and Steven Alexander; Cheryl Tucker Shaffer (James) and their children; Cate Shaffer and Tess Shaffer.
Gordon is also survived by two sisters; Josephine Grommesch and Charlene Saunders, and one brother, George Tucker, their spouses and children, all of Minnesota.
During his life, Gordon was very active in his church, the Masonic Lodge and The American Legion, among other fraternal and service organizations.
Services will be held at the First United Methodist Church of Clanton, AL., on Thursday, February 22, 2007, at 8 P.M. Visitation is at 7:30 P.M. Following cremation, Gordon's ashes will be buried at the Fort Snelling National Cemetery in Minneapolis, Minnesota. | top |
George Francis Tallent
Vandenberg Post 125, Lompoc, CA
Peacefully passed to God on Thursday, January 18, 2007. He was 80 years old. Born in Flint Michigan in 1926, his family moved to Essex Ontario, Canada, where he grew up and attended school.
In 1944 he enlisted in the U.S. Army, and served with the 76th Infantry Division in Europe during World War II. He was awarded the Bronze Star for valor and the Purple Heart for wounds received in combat. In 1949, he was assigned to the U. S. Disciplinary Barracks at Lompoc. While stationed in Lompoc, he met and married his wife Nadine. He retired from the Army in 1964. He then served 20 more years with the U.S. Postal Service until he retired again in 1984.
George was an active member of the First United Methodist Church of Lompoc. He was also a member of the Elks Lodge, B.P.O.E. #2274 of Lompoc, where he served on many committees to enrich the lodge. He was a member of the V.F.W. and the American Legion. He also volunteered at the retirement office on VAFB.
An avid bowler for many years, George enjoyed participating in leagues and tournaments throughout the state. When time permitted, George also loved to go out on the ocean for fishing with friends and family.
George is survived by his loving wife, Nadine, his two sons, Michael and wife Nora of Petaluma, CA, and James and wife Nancy of Penngrove, CA. and four grandchildren, Jon, and wife Cori, Melissa, Sean, and Laura. He is also survived by one brother, Arthur of Essex, Ontario, Canada and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Frank and Elizabeth Tallent and brother Eugene and sister June Hickman. He also leaves behind his special dachshund, Lucky.
Memorial services will be held on Monday, January 22nd, 2007 at the First United Methodist Church at 1:00 pm. with Rev. David Horning officiating.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Marian Hospice or to your favorite charity. | top |
Dominick Tripodi
Abraham Lincoln Post 241, Baldwin Park
Our father was welcomed into the arms of the Lord on January 13, 2007. Dominick was 81 years old and lived in Temple City, CA. He was the son of Pietro and Nancy Tripodi, who settled in East Los Angeles, where Dominick was born. He was the 7th of 13 children.
Dominick joined the US Army at the age of 17 and volunteered for demolition duty forthe 20th Engineer Combat Battalion. He landed at Normandy Beach on D-Day and completed campaigns in Luxembourg a nd France. During the Battle of the Bulge, he was taken as a POW and held captive from December 1944 until May 1945. Once home, he worked for Foremost Dairy, settling in East Los Angeles where on July 14, 1946 he would marry the love of his life, Evangelina. They would move to El Monte, where they had two children, Gary and Nancy. Soon after, they settled in Temple City, staying busy with family and friends. In his later years, he assisted other Purple Heart veterans and prisoners of war.
Dominick is survived by his wife of 60 years, Eva; son, Gary (Dorothy) Tripodi; daughter, Nancy (Paul) Jordan; four grandchildren (and spouses); and three great-grandchildren.
Services will be held at Rose Hills in Whittier on January 31st at 10 a.m.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests for donations to be made to the American Legion Post 241 of Irwindale, CA. | top |
Consuelo B. Tatum
Leyte Post 625, San Diego, CA
March 29, 1910-Jan. 4, 2007
Consuelo B. Tatum, 96, of Chula Vista died Thursday. She was born in Hamilton, Ill., and was a personnel analyst in civil service. She served in the Army and was a lifetime member and past president of American Legion Post 625.
Survivors include her daughters, Gwendolyn Moses and Patty Stover; sister, Mildred Bland; brother, Claude Bland; and three grandchildren.
Visitation: 4 to 8 p.m. today, Greenwood Mortuary, 4300 Imperial Ave., San Diego.
Services: 10 a.m. tomorrow, St. Dunstan Episcopal Church, 6556 Park Ridge Blvd., San Diego.
Entombment: Greenwood Mausoleum. | top |
Claris A. "Tal" Talbot
East Yolo Post 440, Woodland
Sept. 14, 1923 - Dec. 15, 2006
Claris A. "Tal" Talbot died on Friday, Dec. 15, 2006, at the age of 83. Mr. Talbot was born in Broken Bow, Neb., on Sept. 14, 1923, to John J. and Mary N, (Nightingale) Talbot, who preceded him in death.
Mr. Talbot was a 1941 graduate of Reedley High School in Fresno. He served in the U.S. Army Air Force from 1944 to 1946. After leaving the military, Mr. Talbot returned to civilian life where he worked in the banking business as an operations officer for Bank of America for 30 years. Mr. Talbot had been a resident of woodland for more than 20 years. He was a member of the American Legion and the Woodland Elks Lodge.
Surviving Mr. Talbot are his daughter, Victoria E. Sime of Red Bluff; a son, Terry R. Talbot of Merced. Also surviving are grandchildren, Dee Dee Talbot of Woodland, Terry R. Talbot Jr. of Arbuckle, Chelsea Sime of San Francisco and Jamison Sime of Red Bluff as well as five great-grandchildren. Mr. Talbot was preceded in death by his wife of 46 years, Veva Dee Talbot.
Services: A graveside service with military honors is scheduled for 11 a.m., Thursday, Jan. 5, at Monument Hill Memorial Park, 35036 County Road 22, Woodland. Pastor Hank Scherer will be officiating. Family and friends are invited.
Memorial donations in Mr. Talbot's memory can be made to St. Paul's Lutheran Church, 625 Gibson St., Woodland, 95695. | top |
John William "Dub" Thomas
Tredway Post 194, Kelseyville, CA
Passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Nov. 7, 2006. Born in Greenville, Texas, Sept. 8, 1922, one of 16 children. A resident of Lake County since 1940.
While serving his country in the US Army during WWII, his unit was captured and he survived the remainder of the war as a POW in Germany.
After the war he returned to Kelseyville to marry and raise a family. He was a member of the Kelseyville American Legion, and V.F.W.
He was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 52 years, Ethel. He will be greatly missed by his three children, Helen Hill (George), Dennis Thomas, Cindy Phillips (Mark); his four grandson who were the joys of his life, Keith Hill (Marnie), Chad Hill (Michelle), Jeremy Phillips (Erika), Kyle Phillips (Krista); and eight great-grandchildren. Also survived by brothers Virgil Thomas (Elsie), Lloyd Thomas (Francis) and sister Geneva Estacio(Eddie).
Singing and playing country music was his passion and his family was his life. We want to thank Dr. Kirk Andrus and some "special" nurses for their kindness and compassion.
Visiting hours will be from 2 to 5 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 12, at Chapel of the Lakes Mortuary, 1625 High St., Lakeport.
Friends are invited to attend a graveside service 11 a.m. Monday, Nov. 13, at Kelseyville Cemetery. | top |  The American Legion Family at Post 291 has some very sad news to report as expressed below by Connie Rapp:
I just spoke with Roxie Tarwater and she has informed me that J.T. lost his battle with cancer around 11:30 PM last night, Nov. 1st at the Long Beach VA Hospital and went on to Post Everlasting. Earlier that evening J.T. had asked that the ventilator that was breathing for him be taken out and he was heavily sedated following that procedure and passed very peacefully.
Roxie tells me that he was the same old J.T. right up to the end...joking with her and the hospital staff even as he lay there knowing his battle was coming to a close. At one point they asked him if he wanted some ice ships and he came back at them saying "sure, but they'd be much better with a little vodka added to them."
I know we will all miss J.T. J.T. was a Vietnam War Veteran, Commander of Post 291 in 2003 and Commodore of the American Legion Yacht Club in 1993. He was a legend in his own time, at least at Post 291 he was. But I know this is the way he wanted it... he didn't want to have to linger and put Roxie and the rest of the family through a long drawn out period knowing full well what the end result would be. We will miss him and remember him for all the good he did during his lifetime. Please keep Roxie and the family in your prayers during this sad time.
Memorial Service for J.T. will take place on Sunday, Nov. 12th at Post 291. His ashes will be taken out to sea at 10:00 AM, if anyone is interested in going out for the service please contact the office at Post 291 and give them your name. We are expecting a large crowd at these services so it will have to be limited according to the number of boats available.
Following the service at sea, there will be a service held at the Post with the Honors Rifle Squad rendering military honors to J.T....this should take place around 12:00 noon or so.
A Pot-Luck, Bring-a-Dish reception will follow the service in the Great hall. If you have any questions please call the Legion office at 949.673.5070.
Send your cards and letters to Roxie Tarwater at:
P.O. Box 675, Newport Beach, Ca 92661
May he rest in peace... Connie
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Angeline C. Thering
Richard Arnold Griffith Post 324, Barstow
Angeline C. Thering transferred to Post Everlasting. She was a member of the Barstow Post and also Echelon 40 of the 20& 4 women Legionnaires Honor Society. She was also very active in the Past Commander's Club.
Respectfully submitted... Joanne Evans | top |
Gene Bernard Tomason
Mare Island Navy Yard Post 550, Vallejo
It is my duty to report yet another transfer from our Post to Post Everlasting:
Gene Bernard Tomason
June 3, 1923 - Jan. 16, 2006
Gene Bernard Tomason, 82, a longtime Vallejo resident and Legionnaire, died Monday in Vallejo.
Visitation will be from 1 to 7 p.m. with an American Legion and Forty et Eight service at 6:30 p.m. and a vigil at 7 p.m. Sunday, all at Colonial Chapels, Vallejo.
A Mass will be held 1:30 p.m. Monday at St. Vincent Ferrer Catholic Church, Vallejo. Burial will be at All Souls Catholic Cemetery, Vallejo.
Respectfully Submitted... Marvin Schmitz, Commander M.I.N.Y. Post 550 | top | Friends are invited to attend a memorial service:
Thursday, March 4, 2004 at 3:00 pm
Villa Chanticleer
401 Grove Street
Healdsburg, CA 95448 Lou passed away suddenly at home February 28, 2004 at the age of 84. Born in Calistoga, CA October 15, 1919. Married to the late Betty Hammond Taylor for 52 years, survived by wife Willie Mae Taylor of Healdsburg, sons Robert Taylor (Melanie) of Healdsburg and John Taylor (Laura) of Cheney, WA. Loving grandfather to Stephen, Wendy, Jennifer, James, Chuck, Christina, Michelle, John and 13 great grand-children. Lewis attended Calistoga High School and enlisted in the US Army Air Corps just prior to World War II. He served in the European Theater as an air craft mechanic until the end of the war. Lewis and Betty moved to Healdsburg in May of 1947 where he worked as a mechanic for Bell Chevrolet. Leaving Bell's, he formed a partnership with his brother Richard owning Taylor's Texaco gas station until Lewis quit the job and went to work for the City of Healdsburg in 1960, retiring in 1983. In addition he served as a volunteer firefighter for the City of Healdsburg Fire Department for 29 years. Lewis was a Life Member with 50 years of service in Sotoyome Post 111 of the American Legion. Active in the Legion activities he served in many Post and District Offices including 5th District Commander. In addition he was a Life Member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars and La Societe des Quarante Hommes et Huit Chevaux, Voiture 338, and was a Past Grande Chef de Gar of the 40/8 Department of California. He was also a Mason, Elk and active as an adult Boy Scout Leader for several years as his sons Robert and John grew up. After his retirement in 1983, Lewis devoted nearly all of his free time in support of Veteran's programs including assisting in the construction of several buildings and the RV park at the Veteran's Home in Yountville. Lewis touched many people's lives and was always giving, never questioning and ready to lend a helping hand at all times. The family has requested memorial donations be made in lieu of flowers, to the Veteran's Rehab Fund c/o Sotoyome Post 111, PO Box 281, Healdsburg, CA. 95448.
| top | Austin Tredway was born Jan. 26, 1926, in San Francisco and passed away Sept. 17, 2004, at age 78, after a long illness.
His childhood was spent alternately between San Francisco and Cobb Valley. He attended Kelseyville High School and graduated from Polytechnic High School in San Francisco.
He was one of four brothers in military service during World War II. After separating from the military at the end of the war he attended Santa Rosa Junior College. He joined the Air Force in 1951 and was stationed at various bases in the U.S., spent three years in Germany and was in Thailand during the Vietnam War. He retired as a major in 1970, after 20 years of service and returned to Kelseyville where he worked for Lauenroth Trucking and Rush Oil Company.
He was a member of the American Legion Tredway Post 194, Kelseyville Lions Club and SIRS, at times serving as president, secretary or treasurer. At one time he served on the boards of the Kelseyville Fire District and the Kelseyville Cemetery.
Family and friends remember him for his love of golf, bowling, the San Francisco 49ers and Giants. He will be greatly missed by his children, Darcey Tredway of Palmer, Ark., and Terri Tredway of Rancho Cordova; and grandchildren, Alison and Gregory Tredway, Shaun, Briana and Nicholas Wharff. He was preceded in death by his wife of 25 years Mary E. Tredway; parents, Harmon and May; and siblings, Harmon Jr, Jack, Kevin and Margaret.
Graveside services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, Sept. 24 at the Kelseyville Cemetery. A memorial service to immediately follow at the Kelseyville Lions Club.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made in his name to the American Lung Association, Redwood Empire Branch, 115 Talbot Ave, Santa Rosa, CA 95401.
| top | Keith Truax passed away Wednesday, December 22, 2004 in Albany, at 75 years of age. A native of Hastings, Minnesota and 35-year resident of Albany.
Survived by his wife of 35 years, Anne of Albany; stepson, Dennis Calais of Albany; sister, Mary Lou Frendrick of Wisconsin; brothers, Richard Truax of Wisconsin and Kenneth Truax and Frank Truax both of Minnesota; three children, Sons Brian Truax and Randy Truax of Shady Cove, Oregon, and daughter Rona Trobridge of Costa Mesa, California; Three grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews and other kindred. Preceded in death by his stepson, Lawrence Calais in 1972.
Mr. Traux served in the U.S. Navy from 1944 to 1961 and retired as a hull technician chief. He was a warehouse supervisor for East Bay Municipal Utilities District, Oakland, retired 1992.
Member, American Legion "40/8", San Leandro and Albany Post 292, 10th District Commander 1986-87, 10th District Scribe 2003-04; Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 2658, Albany; Past Commander Club, San Leandro; Eagles Lodge, El Cerrito; Nippon Masonic Lodge 9, Japan and several other fraternal organizations.
Friends are cordially invited to attend funeral services on Wednesday, December 29, at 11:00 a.m. in the chapel of Sunset View Mortuary, top of Fairmount Avenue, El Cerrito. Interment immediately following, Sunset View Cemetery.
Memorial donations may be made to Kaiser Permanente Oakland Hospice Program, 280 W. MacArthur Blvd., Oakland, CA 94611. Sunset View Mortuary 510-525-5111
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