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| - James E. Williams, Post 355
- Edward “Ed” Willig
- John Wilmot
- Evelyn Wilson, Post 6
- Betty Jeane Wilson-Kelly
- Pastor Alois Winzel, Post 53
- William S. Wockley
- John J. Wojciechowski, Post 291
- Marirose Wood, Post 161
- Ira "Woody" Wood, Post 720
- Addison "Woody" Woodard
- H. Woodmansee, Post 323
- Fred W. Woodworth, Post 291
- Doris F. Wright, Post 291
- Newton Wright
- Sam Wright, Post 720
- Larry A. Wynn, Post 725
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John Wilmot
Monterey-Cypress Post 694, Marina
Comrade John Wilmot passed away, February 6, from a brain tumor, leaving his wife Pauline. John was a 28 year Army Veteran who participated in the Korean and Vietnam Wars. He was a long time Legionnaire and Past Commander of American Legion Post 694 (Marina) and became 28th District Commander 1983-84. John held many offices in the post and district and supported Legion Programs.
John Wilmot combined humor, love of people and demonstrated spunk as a community leader in the many elected and appointed positions in the City of Marina and Monterey County. He made friends wherever he went even those who opposed him found them looking to liking John! He was a key player in civic and veteran affairs in the Monterey Peninsula and he will be remembered and missed.
Services for John Wilmot will be February 16th at 2 PM at the Epiphany Church in Marina located on the corners of Carmel and California Avenues (425 Carmel Ave.) There will be a reception at approximately 3:30 pm at The American Legion Post 694 (Marina).
Anyone desiring to make a donation for John, he'd like it to go to the Epiphany Church at 425 Carmel Ave., Marina 93933. However, donations can also be made to their favorite charities. | top | Harold G. Watson 83 a longtime resident of Merced, CA went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, August 1, 2007 after a long illness with family by his side. Harold was born October 31, 1923 in Shawnee, Oklahoma.
Harold was an Army veteran of WWII where he served in the African and European Theatres of War. At the end of WW II Harold returned to the family dairy in Sulphur, OK.
Harold went to work for Boeing Aircraft Company in 1953 and moved his family to Seattle, WA. and then to Merced in 1956. He worked as a structural engineer until his retirement from Boeing in 1971. Harold started a family dairy in 1959 and in 1965 moved it to the south side of Merced where the dairy grew, in 1977 he sold the dairy and semi retired.
He was a loving husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather, brother and friend. His humor and strong presence will be dearly missed by all of those who knew him.
Harold is survived by his wife of 61 years, LuVada Watson and 6 children: John and Eva Watson of Camp Verde, AZ, Jerald (Jerry) and Enedia Watson of Merced, Linda and Don Benson of Merced, Harold (Whitie) and Debi Watson of Chowchilla, Walter Lee and JoBeth Watson of Rio Rancho, NM, Tammy and Kenny Flaming of Covington, LA. He is also survived by 22 grandchildren, 13 great- grandchildren and 11 surviving brothers and sisters. Harold was preceded in death by his parents John and Vera Watson of Sulphur, OK
Visitation has been scheduled for Sunday, August 5, 2007 from 12-5 pm at Stratford Evans Merced Funeral Home. Funeral Service will follow Monday, August 6, 2007 at 11 am, at Stratford Evans Merced Funeral Home with Military Honors by American Legion Post 83. | top |  Bill Wockley, the current Post Commander of Fontana Post 262, passed away in the early morning of July 21, 2007 from cancer.
The memorial service for Bill Wockley will be held at Post 262 in Fontana, 16966 Arrow Blvd, Fontana, CA on Sunday July 29th at 1:00 PM. The service will precede the Farewell Party to the building on Arrow Blvd.
Fontana Post 262 will be relocating to a new building in mid August and Bill was instrumental in securing the new building on Foothill Blvd. Bill made it clear he wanted the party to be held no matter what. The family has decided the best tribute to Bill is to honor his life at the start of the party. Directions and information can be found at:
http://www.calegionpost262.org/News/tabid/54/Default.aspx
Respectfully... Bob Brown, Fontana Post 262 Adjutant
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Kenneth Warren
Paradise Post 259
March 5, 1922 - Sept. 30, 2006
 Paradise resident Kenneth Warren passed away on September 30, 2006 in Moraga, CA, where he was receiving hospice care for cancer. Ken was born in Elizabethtown, Kentucky to Louis and Ellen Warren on March 5, 1922. He spent his youth in Ft. Wayne, Indiana and earned an accounting degree the University of Michigan. During World War II, Ken was an officer in the US Navy and served on several destroyer escorts in the Atlantic and the Caribbean. After the war, he married Mary Whitehead and started a family and a 40-year career in accounting.
Ken retired in 1988, and lived in Paradise with Mary until her death in 1995. In 1999, Ken married long-time Paradise resident Carol Fickett and joined Craig Memorial Church, where he volunteered as treasurer. He was an avid hiker and volunteered for the Boys and Girls Club.
Ken is survived by wife Carol, sister Evelyn of Sterling Heights, Michigan, sons David and Tom, daughters Anne and Susan, and many dear friends.
A memorial service will be held at 11 am on Saturday, September 21, 2006 at Craig Memorial Church. All are invited.
Memorials and/or condolences may be sent to Craig Memorial Church, 5665 Scottwood Rd, Paradise, CA 95969, or Hospice and Palliative Care of Contra Costa, 3470 Buskirk Ave., Pleasant Hill, CA 94523.
| top |  WILSON-KELLY, BETTY JEANE Age 82,of Riverside, CA., passed away on 04/18, 2007. Betty was born 09/11/1924 in Richmond, CA. She was a nanny, manicurist, licensed Boat Pilot with U.S. Coast Guard WWII, a member of the American Legion Santa Ana Post Unit #0131.
Betty is survived by her daughter, Judy C. Allen and her son-in-law, Frank Allen, Riverside; 2 granddaughters, Machel Allen, Carley Soto and her husband Victor; 2 great-granddaughters, Jazmin Allen-Collins, Lila Soto. 2 Great-grandsons, Aidan and Liam Soto and Ken and Florence Williams and family and many other adopted loved ones.
Visitation 04/26, 4-8pm with funeral on 04/27, 10am, both at Acheson & Graham Mortuary. Burial to follow funeral at Olivewood Memorial Park.
| top | WILLIAM HOWARD WALKER SR. JULY 20, 1928 - APRIL 9, 2007 A native of St. Louis, Missouri and a resident of Hughson. Mr. Walker served in the U.S. Air Force during the Korean War. He was a member of Hughson First Baptist Church, American Legion Post #74, V.F.W. Post #3199 and was a Disabled American Veteran. He was also a member of Smyrna Lodge F. & A.M. He loved to take drives to the mountains to relax, he was also a fisherman.
William is survived by his children, Michael Walker of Modesto, Robert Walker, Kimberly Long, William Walker Jr. and Kenneth Walker, all of Ceres; brother, John Henry Walker of Pleasant Hill; sister, Dolly Jewel Cochran-Thomas of Oakley; 12 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Cleopal Olive Walker; son, Richard Lee Walker and great-granddaughter, Breann.
Service: 11:00 A.M. Fri. April 13 at Ceres Chapel-Franklin & Downs. Private committal at San Joaquin Valley National Cemetery. Visitation: 10:00 A.M. to service, Friday, at the chapel.
Remembrances: First Baptist Church, P.O. Box 296, Hughson, CA 95326. | top |
Louis A. Weaver
Ed Stewart Post #803, Stockton, CA
January 28, 1918 - April 10, 2007
 Louis Allen Weaver, 89 of Stockton, passed away on Tuesday, April 10, 2007 in a local hospital. Born on January 28, 1918 in Bismarck, ND. He was a sheet metal foreman in the agricultural field for 25 years. A World War II Army veteran and a member of the American Legion Ed Stewart Post #803.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Doris Weaver and son, Grant Weaver. Louis is survived by his children, Linda Weaver, Carole Dillard and Tammy Ford, all of Stockton. Grandfather of 5; great-grandfather of 9 and great-great-grandfather of 1.
Friends are invited to attend a Celebration of Life service on Monday, April 23, 2007 at 1:00 p.m. in the Evergreen Chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park, Hwy 99 at Harney Lane, Lodi. Cherokee Memorial Funeral Home in care of arrangements.
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Robert C. "Bobby" Weiszmann
HQ Post 1000
 Robert C. "Bobby" Weiszmann (Age 70) passed away peacefully January 17, 2007 at his home in Cheney, Washington surrounded by family and friends. Mr. Weiszmann was born November 19, 1936 in Chicago, Ill. to Ferdinand and Mary (Hofmeister) Weiszmann.
After completing High School in Chicago Bobby enlisted in the Air Force. He worked in construction most of his life, starting as a carpenter and retiring as a civil engineer. He received his Masters degree from Capella University and was completing his PhD at the time of his death. He married Jill Jasion in 1985 and they relocated to Cheney in 2004 upon his retirement.
Mr. Weiszmann was a member of the American Society of Professional Estimators, was an NRA certified firearms instructor and also a member of the American Legion. He enjoyed the outdoors and was an avid hunter, fisherman and camper.
He is survived by his wife, Jill Weiszmann of Cheney, Wa. Sons; John and Gwen America of Alexandria, VA. Robert and Megan America of Bixby, OK. Daughters; Kym and Steve Grime of Cheney, WA. Lara Weiszmann of Bothell, WA. Anna & Michael Patton of Tulsa, OK. Tasha and Tommy Stout of Claremore, OK. Brother; Ron Weiszmann of Denver, CO. Sister; Carole Kahler of Aurora, CO. and 15 grandchildren.
A memorial service will be held at 10:00 a.m on Saturday, January 20, 2007 at Cheney Funeral Chapel, 1632 W. First St., Cheney WA.
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James L. Wiggins
La Mesa Post 282
Feb. 24, 1934-Jan. 22, 2007
James L. Wiggins, 72, of El Cajon died Jan. 22. He was born in Illinois and was an engineer for Caltrans. He served in the Air Force and was a member of American Legion Post 282.
Survivors include his wife, Bette Wiggins; brother, Joe Wiggins; and 10 grandchildren.
Visitation: 3 to 6 p.m. today, El Camino Memorial-La Mesa Chapel, 8390 Allison Ave., La Mesa.
Services: noon tomorrow, El Camino Memorial-Sorrento Valley Chapel, 5600 Carroll Canyon Road, San Diego. Interment: El Camino Memorial Park.
Donations: American Heart Association, 9404 Genesee Ave., Suite 240, La Jolla, CA 92037; or American Cancer Society, 2655 Camino del Rio N., Suite 100, San Diego, CA 92108. | top | It's my sad duty to inform the Legion Family that a long time member has passed away.
James R. Wall Jr., a 62 year member of Auburn Post 84, passed away December 27th. Jim was a Past Commander of Post 84 and held the position of Post Adjutant for over 35 years. Jim also was active in the Past Commanders Club and Voiture 858.
A funeral Mass will be held Friday, January 5, 2007 at St. Teresa of Avila Catholic Church at 11600 Atwood Rd., Auburn, at 10 a.m. The interment with military honors will follow at the New Auburn Cemetery at 1040 Collins Drive. After the burial, there will be a Memorial service for friends and family at the Elks Lodge, 195 Pine Street, Auburn.
In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to the American Legion Boys State - Adjutant Court Bradbury, 155 Sunset Drive, Auburn, CA 95603.
Respectfully... Court Bradbury
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James Wall passed away in Auburn, Calif. on Wednesday, December 27, 2006 at the age of 91. Born in Coos Bay, Oregon, he moved to Foresthill as a CCC Commander in 1940, later settling in Auburn.
Jim is survived by his wife of 55 years, Dorothy; sons Greg (Roxane), David (Cindy), and Jimmy; daughters Margaret (Dan) Tebo, Dianne (Richard) VanDyke; eight grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren.
Shortly after World War II was declared (1942), Jim enlisted in the U.S. Army. Following was a tour with the 359th Infantry 90th Division in Camp Barkley, Texas. The next stop was Camp Adair in Corvallis, Oregon. He was selected for Cadre to the 415th Infantry 104th Division as Weapons Co. Commander and, once he completed his training, was promoted to Captain (1943). His outfit arrived at Cherbourgs Omaha Beach, fought in Antwerp, Stolberg, and wintered in the Roer River area. Following the Battle of the Bulge, his outfit helped the 3rd Armored Division through Aachen, Hertgen Forest, and Cologne.
Captain Wall was injured by machine gun fire in April 1945 and was returned to the U.S. for "repairs" at Madigan Hospital in Tacoma, Wash. He was awarded two Purple Hearts, the Silver Star (for pursuing three German tanks with bazooka fire out of Ellen, Germany in rescuing K Company Platoon), and two Bronze Stars - one with Oak Leaf cluster. During his tour of 45 years in the American Legion, he held several positions, including Post Adjutant Commander. He loved his country and his Legion. Jim was a devoted member of the American Legion, VFW, DAV SIRS, and the Auburn Elks Lodge.
A funeral Mass will be held Friday, January 5, 2007 at St. Teresa of Avila Catholic Church at 11600 Atwood Road, Auburn, at 10 a.m. The interment with military honors will follow at the New Auburn Cemetery at 1040 Collins Drive. After the burial, there will be a Memorial service for friends and family at the Elks Lodge, 195 Pine Street, Auburn. Chapel of the Hills is honored to make the arrangements.
In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to the American Legion Boys State - Adjutant Court Bradbury, 155 Sunset, Auburn, CA 95603. | top |
Newton Wright
West Shores Post 543, Salton Sea Beach
Wright, Newton, 74 passed away Dec 10th, 2006 in Indio. His viewing will be Wednesday, Dec. 13th, 6-9 p.m., Forest Lawn, Cypress. Funeral, Thursday, Dec. 14th, 1 p.m., at the Church of Our Fathers. He is survived by his wife, Jerelene; 2 daughters, Brenda (Randy) Bombard and Denise "Gail" (Gary) Leonard; 8 grandchildren; 7 great-grandchildren; 1 brother and 3 sisters.
He was a member of Post #0543 American Legion. Newton was a wonderful family man, friend and neighbor. He will be missed by all. Forest Lawn, Cypress
Published in the Orange County Register on 12/13/2006. | top |
Edward “Ed” Willig
James McDermott Post 172, Tracy
July 19, 1917 — April 21, 2006
 A graveside service is planned Tuesday morning, May 9, 2006, for Edward “Ed” Willig, 88, a former Tracy resident who died April 21 in Stockton.
A native of Oregon, he came to Tracy as a child with his parents, Joseph and Rose Willig, when his father was transferred with the Southern Pacific Railroad.
Mr. Willig attended Tracy schools and graduated in 1935 from Tracy High School, where he played on the Bulldog basketball and baseball teams.
He served in the U.S. Army for three years during World War II. He was a member of the James McDermott Post 172 of The American Legion in Tracy. Ed was awarded a sixty year membership certificate for his years as a member of the American Legion.
He was a butcher, including working at the Raspo Store in Banta. He had lived in the Tracy area and later in Stockton.
Survivors include two nieces, a nephew and a number of cousins. His wife, Evelyn Willig, preceded him in death.
Tuesday’s, May 9, 2006, service will begin at 10 a.m. at Tracy Cemetery.
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George R. Williams
Mayfair Post 791, San Jose
It is with regret that the 13th District officers pass on the news that George Williams, 2nd Vice Commander 13th District, Past Commander Post 791, President of Outpost 13 of the Past Commanders Club, and numerous other titles and responsibilities of both the American Legion and the VFW organizational families, has succumbed to his bout with cancer, and entered Post Everlasting on this date, April 23, 2006. George had not yet seen 60 years of life.
George returned home just two weeks ago knowing his situation after having an examination at the University of California Medical Center in San Francisco. George was referred there by his doctors here in Santa Clara as a "last" hope possibility for a liver transplant. It appears too many residual complications and other medical issues made that option nonviable.
More information will be shared ASAP following knowledge of arrangements and wishes of George's family. | top |
Vince Weber
Brother of Steve Weber, Oxnard Post 48 Adjutant / Chaplain
Sent: Wed 2/22/2006 4:58 PM
 My brother, Vince, passed away yesterday following a heart attack on Monday. He was only 48. They were in the process of moving from Laguna Niguel to Yorba Linda. They had not spent the night at the new house yet.
We will be going back and forth for the next few days taking care of some stuff down there that my sister in law needs help with. She has lots of family but most of them are not very handy.
The Rosary and Vigil will be held Monday and the funeral will be Tuesday. In advance, thank you for your thoughts and prayers.
The picture is of Vince and myself at my 50th BD party.
Respectfully submitted... Steve Weber, Oxnard Post 48 Post Adjutant / Chaplain
Post Commander 98-01, Department Chaplain 03-04
| | Alvin Clay Wagner, age 74, went to be with the Lord on March 8, 2005 in Palo Alto. Born in Whitehead N.C. he joined the U.S. Army in 1949. He served in the 2nd Infantry Div. in the Korean War. Clay was a POW for three years in Korea, known as SAM the camp barber. As a member of the Army Rifle Team, Clay received many medals. Clay was assigned to Fort Ord as a Drill Sgt.. Clay was medically retired as a (SFC) with the U.S. Army, after 12 yrs of distinguished service.
Clay was a passionate American, civic minded, and a founding father of the City of Marina, CA. Wagner Hall is a Marina civic building that bears his name. Clay's dedication to his country, veterans and family continued all his life.
He was active in numerous veterans organizations. At his home in Marina, CA. American Legion Post 694 was formed. He was American Legion Commander and District Commander.
Clay is survived by his wife of 16 years Ruthann Wagner, four daughters from his previous wife Frances Wagner; daughters Linda Casas of Prunedale CA, Patricia Valdez of Redwood City CA, Wanda Feeney of Ripon CA, and Barbara Wagner of Everett WA. Clay was the stepfather to Christopher Smith, and Robann Smith of Salinas CA, and Rebecca Cote of Riverside CA. He has 10 grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren with the 1st great-great grandchild on the way.
A family service will be at the Golden Gate National Cemetery, San Bruno, CA March 18, 2005 with Full Military Honors.
A Celebration of Clay's Life will be at American Legion Post 694 in Marina Ca. On Saturday, March 19, 2005 at 1pm
In lieu of flowers please send all donations to C/O MONTEREY CYPRESS POST AMERICAN LEGION AUXILLARY UNIT 694 P.O. BOX 565 MARINA, CALIFORNIA 93933.
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I am sorry to report Legionnaire Alvin "Clay" Wagner. age 74, passed away on Mar 8th at VAMC Palo Alto. "Clay" served in the U.S. Army and retired at Fort Ord as SFC. He was a Charter member of American Legion Post 694 and served as their Commander and holding a variety of positions in that post. He also was 28th District Commander in 1968-69 and held various district and area assignments in the American Legion Department of California. "Clay" Wagner was someone you could always count -on to do his full share of work on any project he would undertake. He also found time and effort to contribute to the Marine City community.
Respectfully... Abel Quinones, Public Relations Committee, 28th District
| top | The American Legion Family has lost one of our dearest members. This morning (10/1/05) at 3 AM, Addison "Woody" Woodard was taken from us. Following is the information on services for Woody Woodard: Open Viewing for friends is from 5 to 7 on Wednesday, October 5th at Bobbitt Memorian Chapel, 1299 E Highland ave, San Bernardino CA 909 882-3761 Graveside services will be Thursday, October 6th at 11:45 AM at Riverside National Cemetery. Should be there by 1140 AM. Staging Area #4, 22495 Van Buren Blvd., Riverside, CA Cards may be sent to June & family at P.O. Box 6664, Big Bear Lake, CA 92315-6664.
| top | Richard Webber, a past 25th District Commander, (88-89) and a member of Norco Post 328, passed away 10/21/05.
RICHARD L. WEBBER (DICK) (SONNY), 74, of Fontana, passed away at Kaiser Hospital in Fontana on 10/21/05. Born 6/20/31, in Ohio.
Parents, Willard C. Webber and Allene Bartley Webber. Preceded in death by sister, M. Sue Webber and grandson, Brian Lee. Survived by wife, Romaine Webber of Fontana; children, Teri Webber, Sheri Beverly (David), Tad Webber and Tim Webber all of Ohio, Wendy McGowan of Washington and William McGowan of Fontana; 9 grandchildren; and 6 great grandchildren.
A graduate of East Liverpool Ohio & Kent State U, member of Ohio National Guard & U.S. Army Armour 37th Div., 137th Tank Battallion Tank Commander.
Employed at various steel mills in PA & Ohio, Kaiser Steel & Kaiser Fab in Fontana, Electric Furnace Co. of Salem, Ohio, Field Eng. in Canada, New York, PA & IL.
50 year member of American Legion 736 Glenmoor, Ohio, Past Commander 262 Fontana, 106 Redlands, Past Commander 25th District S.B. CO., current member 328 Norco, Blood Bank Chairman, Boys State Chairman, Past Pres. Past Commanders Club of Calif., Installing Team, also Voiture 36, 40 & 8 San Bernardino, currently Voiture 273 Columbiana CO., Ohio, Elks Lodge 258 East Liverpool Ohio, FOE Lodge 2216 Lisbon Ohio, Social member VFW #66 E.L.O., Social member Buena Vista Vol. Fire Co. PA.
Viewing: Arlington Mortuary, 9645 Magnolia, Riverside, CA, Wed., Oct. 26, 2005, 4-8 p.m. Viewing also Thurs. 12-1 p.m. also at Arlington
Burial: Riverside National Cemetery, Staging Area #6, Thurs., Oct. 27, 2005, 2:31 p.m.
Send your cards and letters to Dick's Widow:
Romaine Webber, 9115 Kiser Ave., Fontana, Ca. 92335 | top
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