He grew up in Norwalk, California. Annie & Jay initiated a number of patriotic events and memorials for Vista including US Flags down Main Street on holidays and memorial occasions. He and Amal traveled extensively with family and friends. Doug was preceded in death by his parents Roy and Beverly Edwards. Food has always been a go-to for people in mourning. She was a devoted loving wife to Robert Bob Tomko for 70 years and together they travelled the world both for pleasure and with Rotary International. Lindy received an On August 24, 1968, Sue married Richard R. Nelson at the Ada Lutheran Church, rural Kackley, and to this union two boys were born, Richard Craig and Jeremie Wayne. A committal service will be held 2:00 pm at the Idaho State Veterans Cemetery located at 10100 Horseshoe Bend Rd., Boise, Idaho. The search was wherever he was and that meant often traveling across the country to swap meets in search of bargains which he could not pass up. Heworked as a Produce Manager and was a member of The Southern California UFCW Union. She also supported and immersed herself in the performing arts, taking dance classes and attending any and every cultural event she could. We would like to extend our grateful acknowledgementfor the loving care we received atUnity Point St. Lukes Hospice. We didt start until 2013. Lottery Jackpot at $167M, Kentuckiana High School Sports Awards: Meet the volleyball nominees, Kentuckiana High School Sports Awards: Boys soccer nominees, Photos: The Girls 6th Region 2023 basketball tourney, When do we spring forward for daylight saving? Before coming to Vistahe was an engineer in the infancy of the semiconductorindustry (before the invention of the transistor).Once he settled in Vista, he began to involvehimself with the community in a variety ofways. A Celebration of Life will be held to honor Ken at 1:30 p.m. on Saturday, April 7, 2018 in the Abravanel Hall at Ocean Hills Country Club 4701 Leisure Village Way Oceanside, Calif. 92056. They resided in Indiana for several years, welcoming three children during that time. im looking for susan emery obituary from march of 1977 , vista high age 17 . Survivors include her husband Jim Booth, Daughters, Kelley Harvey, Sandy Lynn Childress, Nicole Lopez & son, James ( Joey ) Booth; Two Sisters, Anette Knox and Christine Razalan; 7 grandchildren, Jason Bailey, Mario Martinez, Kevrin Cordova, Harley LaCroix and Olivia Lopez, Erica Pisapia and James (JoJo) Booth; 4 great grandchildren, Leilauni Cordova, Kori Bailey, Kinsley Bailey and Champ Bailey. His greatest accomplishment was being a devoted husband and father. She was a Life Member of the Gold Star Wives of America, holding several positions including National President 1993-1995, Regional President twice, 1989-1990 and 1996-1997, and Chapter President 1992-1993. All the while they continued to support the Vista Sheriffs Department. groups and traveled the world. How to watch, follow as Louisville basketball ends regular season vs UVA, Kentucky vs Arkansas basketball game: How to watch and follow updates, Louisville Cardinals women to face Notre Dame in semifinals: How to watch, Brunch & tea: 5 restaurants opening in the Louisville area in March, Power outage at Valley High forces regional tournament games to be moved, Time for Round 2! Then, his unit was ordered to march to Yudam-ni. She graduated from Polson High School, Magna Cum something in several Colleges and finally graduated with her PhD in Psychology in her late 30s in San Diego. Burial will be at the Veterans Cemetery in Middletown, Connecticut, where she will be laid to rest with her husband Robert. In lieu of flowers please consider a memorial contribution in Lindas name to your favorite charity. After JD graduated from Vian High School, the family moved to Las Vegas where his oil-rigger father worked the oil fields. Doris Dorie Olsen, a long-time Vista resident, passed away on March 21, 2016 in Carlsbad, CA. Being involved in her community was extremely important to Dorie. They traveled the world together. I am in search of his obituary along with any information at all, such as names of friends who I may be able to speak with, any photos, basically anything. He is survived by his parents Eileen and Stephen Tamburrino his three brothers; Sean, Michael, and Scott all of Eagle, Idaho, sister; Stacy Tamburrino Drenk of Huntington Beach, California, nephews; Michael Stephen Tamburrino of Eagle, Idaho and Boston Drenk of Huntington Beach, California, nieces; Makayla Tamburrino of Eagle, Idaho and Isabella and Scarlet Drenk of Huntington Beach, California. She was the adored daughter of Harry (HI) Walker and Cora (Ball) Walker and also a descendant of both original Mayflower and Jamestown colonists. It was there that she was actively involved with the Flying Samaritans, coordinating and providing medical care. Memorials may be made to Divine Hospice and Palliative Care, 234 Garden Street, Yorkville, IL 60560. Trying to contact relatives. and U.C. Like his father, he was an Elk for 60 years. View memory board. We are in England and trying to trace family of Hal Clark Taylor who died in Vista in 2001. He died in 1984. Dick was born at the dawn of the depression, September 22, 1929, at Swedish hospital in Seattle, Washington. Share Obituary. He built several hot rods and helped restore an old fire engine in Lake Elsinore. . He was preceded in death by his wife, Betty Jean Christman in 1979. Grandma taught them all to play cribbage. Yvonne Joy Askey, 88, of Oceanside passed away on Sunday July 20, 2014. private family interment will be held at the Fallbrook Masonic Cemetery. Memorial services will follow. When he was a student at St. Francis elementary school in Vista, California he created secret codes with his friend to keep their journals secret. She enjoyed being an active member of both the Rockport, ME and Coronado Yacht Club, a board member at the Riley School in Rockport, ME, and the Moss Family Temperate Woodland Garden in Humboldt, CA. He also was a well known chef and made many wonderful meals, not only for his family but also prepared dinners for charity auctions, in particular the Moon Light Theater of Vista and The Girls Club of Vista. She gave in the truest sense of the word. Lee held various local and district leadership positions in the missions programs at the Nazarene churches for 30+ years and for such she was awarded the denominations Distinguished Service Award. She received many accolades and awards for her work. Billys sudden death at the age of 62 forever changed her world. He passed away on February 1, 2018 at the age of 92 in Fallbrook, California. Richard was born in Elyria Ohio and had lived in Vista for 45 years. She had one sister, Helen. Dotti was born in Jackson, Mississippi on December 28th, 1933. Vivid memories remain for his beloved wife, Heather, and his family as they experience emptiness in their hearts. In 1969 she married the love of her life Mr. Frank Nelson. She volunteered for Donate Life Hollywood and for The Painted Turtle, a camp for children with chronic illnesses. She was fond of her close neighborhood, and happy while tending her sunny garden. Robert Dale former president of the Vista Visions 2000 project passed away in La Habra, CA. Bill. Ed worked a few jobs after his retirement before he was hired by the City of Vista on a temporary hire a vet program. The Obituary Notice submit here does not work. A 60-year resident of Vista, California, Friedl grew up in Vienna, Austria, the youngest of four children of her beloved parents, Gerson and Regina Kern. While on leave in Oklahoma, JD met single mom, Shirley Knies, and became daddy to 4 year old Kathleen. and oh the many late night debates and conversations those two had as well as the loving sibling ribbing and deep belly laughs they shared. A must was the 6:45am Sunday morning football and Bloodys at the Westin beach bar. Let others know about your loved one's death. Then the young new sailor served in Aiawa Hawaii, Corona, CA, Corpus Christi, TX, Philadelphia, Penn, and New Orleans, LA. Friedl Opacity June 7, 1914 April 6, 2016. He edited TV commercials for Microsoft, Gap, Best Buy, Target, and was the editor of choice for Doner/Detroits Mazda work. She graduated from Girls Latin School and went on to receive a Bachelors degree from Drew University and a Masters degree in social work from USC where she met and married her husband, Inder Singh, who preceded her in death in 1994. Her new boss quickly recognized both her management potential and finance ability. Her greatest gifts were love, loyalty and friendship. He and some of his siblings boarded at the nearby Dwight Indian Mission school, sponsored by the Presbyterian Board of Missionaries for Cherokee children. She was a proud Navy veteran, serving from 1944 thru 1955. She will always be remembered as a sweet & humble hometown girl that was completely devoted to her family. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family. She had an appreciation for nature, especially the beach. be held 11:00 A.M. on Friday, Oct 4, 2019 at Mira Mar National Cemetery, CA at She is also survived by sisters Margaret, Hope, Carmela (husband Ray), Victoria, and Ellen (husband Lenn). Trying to get an obituary posted in the Vista Press for a 50 year resident. Karl B. Comfort the family with flowers or a sympathy gift. Audrey Clare Hudson-Bourne, was born in Lake Geneva, Wis. on Oct. 3, 1941 to George Hudson and Florence (Henry) Hudson. Bob is survived by his loving wife of 60 years, Barbara, his children, Kelly (Dani), Molly (Don), and Suzi, as well as his five grandchildren, and four great-grandchildren. Filter. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations to the Tri-City Auxiliary or The United Methodist Women. Larry and Maurice both preceded her in death. Elaine May Eppard Harmon, of Oceanside California died on November 11, 2016 at the age of 79. Obituary for Matthew D. Leonard 4/24/83 11/24/16. Richard R Dyke is remembered 10 yrs after his passing by his daughter Erica Maldonado and his grand children Josue Jr & Catalina Godinez Richard passed on Jan 27, 2006 and was born Dec 7, 1938. She is survived by : her friend Glenna; her grandchildren, Sammi, Johnathan, Mariann, Kurtis Weekley (Cheyana), Brylee Weekley, Sammantha VanHoose, Anika Engstrom (Eric), Marianne McCarty (Chris), Jessica Jones (Eric) and Brody Weekley; her children, Cecil McCoy (Lorree) of Kemp, TX, Susan Weekley (Sam) of Layman, Ohio, John C. Nelson, III of Vincent and Annie Nelson of Cambridge, Ohio; her great grandchildren, Johnathan McCoy and Christopher Jr; and her siblings, Laverna Syrus (Ron) of Iverness, FL, Syd Hornsby of Marion, Dorothy Gillenwater of Mason, WV, David Cain of Mason, WV and Butch Cain of Mason, WV. Marge was also involved in the Vista Historical Society, was part of PEO (Philanthropic Education for Women organization)a Christian group that believed in financially aiding young women in obtaining a higher education. Ernest Follis ( Ernie) Born May 2, 1928, Died October 13, 2019. Make Every Person Place or Condition better Than You Left It Always. Olsen, an Iowa farm boy and former Army Technical Sgt., studying business on the G.I. After 25 years, health issues forced his early retirement in 2005. Susie was born and raised in LaCygne, Kan., to Frank and Mabel Plumb, one of five chil She attended Vista High School during its first years. CA. Adored by his family and friends in the USA & Argentina, he is survived by his wife Marta Elena Carey, Vista CA; daughter/son-in-law Michelle Carey & Richards John Heuer III, Monterey, CA and Granddaughters Sasha Carey Heuer and Alexia Shannon Heuer, San Francisco, CA. Reprinted from the Vista Historical Society Newsletter, ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~. View Susie Collins's obituary, contribute to their memorial, see their funeral service details, and more. Ryan Tamburrino Born November 6, 1972 Passed May 31, 2019. Mrs Maria Rojas aka Mom and Grandma- You will forever remembered for your KIND HEART & LOVE OF LIFE. Grandchildren NataliRunles, Chris Kauffman, Jake Lanning, Max and Lauren Murphy, Alex Falter, and great-grandchildren Nathan Kaufman, Braden Murphy, Rylan Burlingham, and Trinity Burlingham. Toby was preceded in death by his son, JonPaul Jr. in 1969; brothers Mike and James, and his parents. Authorize the publication of the original written obituary with the accompanying photo. She was a graduate of Vista High School and later became a Cosmetologist where she enjoyed a short career making other women feel beautiful by doing their hair. Susie Mae Nelson was born on January 17, 1936 in Foote, Mississippi. He was a golfer and was so proud he played in the Bob Hope Tournament and played all over the world. She had dementia her last 8 years and Worthy took amazing care of her the entire time. Funeral services are pending. Her specialties were painting portraits and she won several art scholastic awards. He was an organizing director of a bank, but most of all he loved cars and all related to collecting, restoring and showing cars, at Pierce Arrow meets and even at Pebble Beach where he won awards. She will be missed beyond words. One of Joanies long time friends described her as the joy in any group because of her upbeat outlook on life experiences and her delight in everything around her. Edward Volz, Captain, USMC-Retired, was among the tens of thousands of Marines who went off to a police action in Korea in the Fall of 1950, promising their families that they would be home for Christmas. Larry Alvarado is survived by his children Josefina (Joe) Vigil, Sabrina (Carlos) Jimenez, Charlene (Henry) Valadez, Larry Paul Alvarado Jr.,Leticia Alvarado and Richard J. Mendivil. He loved growing roses, eating Georgia pecans and homegrown vegetables and making a world-class Cajun roux. He was born in Los Angeles, California, March 18, 1950, and moved to Vista in 1958. Lindy started the first Girl Scout In 1955, the Madison family moved to Oceanside, CA. Mina Jo Sirovy, PhD had a knack for attracting lovely people who simply needed someone to help them navigate back to sanity or to sane situations. She is survived by her children, Jason and wife Janet, Alison and husband John, Elizabeth and husband Steven, seven grandchildren, and long time companion, Dr. William Temple. In her honor and in lieu of flowers, the family suggests a memorial contribution be made to either the Salvation Army at www.westernusa.salvationarmy.org or the Amercan Cancer Society www.donate 3.cancer.org. I knew her and have information. Chris lived in Vista, CA for 20 years, where he was an active church member until his passing. Joyce was born a die-hard Cub fan in Chicago, IL on March 9, 1932. Unless you are experienced as an estate executor, you probably should hire an attorney. In 1960, he graduated from Naval Officer Candidate School. There is no one like Clem and we were blessed to know such a great man, he will be missed dearly. The wife of the late Russell E. Askey, USAF, retired. Daughters: Michele Danise Bourne (1961-2001), Yvonne Dawn Bourne, Rebecca Lynne Bourne, an infant son that lived only 11 hrs. She was born Doris Amelia to Robert Frederick and Emma Margretha Witt Timm on February 27, 1925 in Evanston, IL. Susie confessed hope and belief in Jesus Christ at an early age. They later divorced, and she never remarried. Susie Nelson. Jean visited her ancestors Culp Hill farm, a prominent site during the Battle of Gettysburg. Any information you can provide would be most appreciated. When Ruth was transferred to Washington, D.C., Ed was able to arrange a transfer to near-by Quantico, Virginia. He is also survived by 18 grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren. and later built a house in Escondido, CA. Elsa Singh was an inspiration to all who knew her. Pat subsequently moved to Encinitas where she lived for 30 years before moving to Arcata in 2013. He retired from the United States Marine Corps as a Captain in 1972, he sold real estate in Vista and in retirement was the owner of The Old Toy Soldier Home. Margies Celebration of Life Service will be held on April 22, 2017, 2:00 pm, at Hope Church, 1755 Thibodo Road,Vista. Ed is survived by his wife Beatrice, whom he married in 2008, and his daughters, Deborah Schuster of Lancaster, California; Cindy Tyler of Vista, and Rebecca Jaburg of Escondido. Joan "Susie" Nelson. They have all the printed newspapers. Since we are unable to have a funeral service due to COVID-19, please go to our Facebook Memorial Page to leave your favorite comment or photo about George. In lieu of flowers, the family said that a donation for funeral costs would be greatly appreciated. Olsen, an Iowa farm boy and former Army Technical Sgt., studying business on the G.I. A funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10 a.m., on Thursday, November 15, at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church in Vista. As a career marine family, Ed and Evie and their three children bounced between coasts several times, beginning their life together in North Carolina, and after many moves with the Marine Corps, landed and planted themselves in Vista, California. His first words to me were Dont you know how to drive? Some might take this as a challenge but luckily I saw through his bluster and soon we were working side by side as we cooked up a big breakfast for a bunch of hungry campers. Craig was born in San Diego, California on April 20, 1949. Fred began working for the Oceanside-Carlsbad Unified School District in 1953 as a bus driver. He attended Vista High School and graduated in 1947. Funeral arrangement under the care ofCawley & Peoples Funeral Home. A celebration of Lyles life was held at his residence in New Harmony for his Utah family and friends. There she met her future husband and love-of-her-life, Peter Herschel Lusardi Jr. https://tsunamiswimming.org/honor-gail-moss, American Legion Post 365 & VFW Post 7041 Weekly Menu, Vista Government Affairs Hears North County Multimodal Corridor Plan Proposal, Agua Hedionda Lagoon Foundation -Its More Than A Run. In 1951 he received his draft notice, but he was granted alternative service because of his familys Amish/Mennonite beliefs. Larry Alvarado, 57, of Phoenix, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on April 20,2017 in Goodyear, Arizona. numerous nieces and nephews; and many friends all over the world. He will be buried with honors at Fort Rosecrans National Cemetery. Select boxes below to reduce the number of . Their website only has archives to 1973. Thats what happened when I met Russ Burns. I checked all we have and found nothing sorry. at Ciao Ristorante Italianio Banquet Room at 2015 E Vista Way, Vista. San Diego County Library, Vista Branch (760) 643-5100 He was a boy scout of the Vista Chapter at the age of 10, and after high school attended Mesa College in San Diego. Although the family is at peace that he is no longer suffering here on earth and with now his Savior, our brother, husband, father will be deeply missed. Share a memory, offer a condolence. Her fiery spirit has been released into the universe. She attended Orange Coast College and began working for electronics companies on the assembly lines. They were always, from day one, very much in love. She is also survived by four grandchildren, Joananna and husband Nicholas, Jonathan and wife Jennifer, Benjamin, Rebecca and husband Matthew, and nine great grandchildren, Nora, Caleb, Allan, Ashlyn, Rosemary, Cailyn, Natalie, Hazel and Hannah. He joined the Marine Corps at the age of 17, served a two-year enlistment, and was recalled to service when the Korean War began. Dorothy also is survived by grandchildren John Carey, Kristina O. FitzSimons, Brian Carey, Ryan Solano, Victoria Ossenfort, Lauren S. Lathem, Ben Ossenfort and Adam Solano and her two great granddaughters; two nieces, two nephews and many loving friends. After her husbands death, she went back to school and became a travel agent. Donald Harrison Carey, a 58 year resident of Vista, passed away on January 14, 2017, at age 91. They had been married for 57 years. As a child, she spent much of her time helping her father at, Wolverine Gear, a timing gear manufacturer, which he owned and operated. risk his life and fight for this great country in June 1970 to show his Image Source: YouTube/Gannon Engels Advertisement Susie Nelson. She did, however, as she continued to work part-time, as well as remaining active in her community. Doug loved God, family, outdoor activities including camping, hiking, cycling, tennis, bad mitten, tossing a Frisbee, leisurely walks, motorcycle rides, swimming, outdoor games and day trips. The church address is 3175 Harding Street, Carlsbad, CA., 92008 and the website is 3c.org. She loved shopping, desserts, a glass of wine before dinner, sewing, gardening, pie-making, and travelling the world. on Rock Springs Road.Mr. His services will include a 21 Gun Salute to While raising her family she worked as a secretary in the medical field, and moved to Vista, CA in 1982. She was the widow of CWO3 Robert W. Johnson USMC (Ret), also of Middletown Connecticut, who predeceased her in 1999. He is survived by his son Don and his wife Valerie, and their daughter Rachel. Space doesnt allow a listing of all of her attributes, but the many who knew her realize how deeply committed she was to her community and church. Our library was made a prioritydue to his efforts. Neil and his mother had planted a grove of orange trees on the ranch when he was still a little boy. much joy and love in the short time that they were given. She leaves behind Jacobus Jens, whom she married in 1974, their two children, Gina and Jacobus, their spouses, Joe and Jennifer, and her four grandchildren, Olive, Luke, Ike and Nico, all of whom will miss her greatly. Always had a positive outlook and never complained even while in great physical pain at the end of his life. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~. York, NY and served as a Yeoman. be held on November 2, 2019 at 10:30 am at Oceanside First Presbyterian Church. In 1970, Audrey and her family moved to San Diego, CA where she lived a very full life. She married Neil Shireman in 1965. Her ashes will be spread at sea. As a child, Bonney was adventurous and curious. He had a room full of colorful books on military history, and was an expert on the American Civil War. Derek Twilliger, Nichole (Michael) Golovich, grandchildren Angelica, David, Alexandra, Glenn J, Giuliana, Brianna, Ma, Jada, Ella. Gross, Fred Milton 03/14/1939 ~ 04/18/2014 CARLSBAD Fred Gross, born in Boston moved to Vista, California, when he was 10 years old. While attending Vista High School in Vista, CA., he was a competitive swimmer and was on the water polo team. Thank you. Returning home the summer after graduation, she met Paul Eckert of Eckerts Moving & Storage, who had been hired to move her belongings back to California from Missouri. Linda had a kind and generous heart and was loved by all for her compassion and thoughtfulness. He was a tremendous supporter of the community and frequently sponsored youth sports as well as donations to local charities and schools. Doug worked as a department manager of a retailer, fleet sales manager in the auto industry, business owner with Ramona Water Company, and assistant to Bill Gates in Fairbanks Ranch, California. She had been a member of First Lutheran Church of Vista, and of late, San Marcos Lutheran Church. Write your message of sympathy today. A reception will follow, hosted by the Reverend Charles Wright at the Prince of Peace Abbey in Oceanside, California. As a young woman in Vienna, she met her husband of 47 years, then medical student from America, Ernest Opacity. In 2009 she moved to Grants Pass, Oregon. Her Funeral service Friday, May 9, 2014 2:30 PMFort Rosecrans National Cemetery 1800 Cabrillo Memorial Drive, San Diego, (Directions to Fort Rosecrans:From Interstate 5 South or Interstate-8 West: Exit at Rosecrans Street, turn right on Canon Street, turn left on Catalina Boulevard. After being honorably discharged from the Air Force, David returned to Vista. Her zest for life, learning, and community will not be forgotten, nor will her keen observations, lovely sense of humor, zinging wit, and gratitude for family, friends, and the little things in life during her later years. Share a memory. Fred is hugely loved by a large group of close friends that will miss him dearly. New Harmony, Utah, Lyle Kenneth Mueller, 67, passed away on 6/16/2015 at Dixie Regional Hospital. Carols ashes were interred in Old Mission San Luis Rey Cemetery. Once you find the obituary you are looking for, you can get important information about upcoming services, share a favorite photo or memory, and send flowers or gifts to the family. Are your Obits published for free, or is there a charge? Giving to charity is a meaningful way to honor someone who has died. She was born in San Diego to her parents Mary and James Crock and was the eldest of six children. She is survived by her daughter Jill Jorgensen (Butch) of Bellevue, NE; grandson Ron Howard (Susan); great grandson Austin of Vista, CA; Brad Howard (Melissa), great grand daughters Addison & Brooklyn of Vista, CA; grand daughter Summer McGriff (Ajay) great grand daughter Amarah & great grandson Jalen of Temecula, CA. These donations will be used to establish a permanent memorial to Mel. Flory was married to James Holland (a Vista High School teacher) for 35 years, then divorced. Ivy was a member of the Friends of the Rancho Buena Vista Adobe Docent League since 2002. Bob was an avid golfer, traveler, and toy soldier enthusiast. After the passing of each of their spouses, they married at the young age of 84 & 89. Let the family know you are thinking of them. She married the love of her life, Manuel Juarez on August 9, 1967 and had one daughter, Denise three years later. It is with great sadness we announce the loss of long time Vista resident, Donald Edwin Soyland, who passed away on March 30th 2014 at the age of 75 after a brief battle with cancer. Lee was a leader in the Santa Fe Elementary School PTA and served in the Vista High School Boosters. She is survived by her husband of 70 years, Robert Bob Tomko and her daughter Lila McKinney and her husband John Jack McKinney and her daughter Kathy Hammes and her husband Ronald Hammes. Please select what you would like included for printing: Copy the text below and then paste that into your favorite email application. She married Billy Hugh Ferguson, (deceased October 1971) on February 15th, 1955. She was 88 years old. He also organized free piano lessonsat the library for several students and worked withthe library to develop after school programs. She enjoyed immensely the company of her friends. He was born in Los Angeles, California March 18, 1950, and moved to Vista in 1958. She was also preceded in death by her son, Peter; and her daughter, Felicitas. Share Obituary. Donations can be made through the team website at https://tsunamiswimming.org/honor-gail-moss. He attended Vista High School and was very active in choral groups as well as drama groups while in attendance. Those wishing to donate in her name, Hospice or the Vista Sheriff SVP Program will be honored. Gail touched so many people and exhibited incredible caring and strength, always thinking of others, some of her last words spoke to this, Humility what others have brought into my life, my harbor; to learn, to love and to leave a legacy. There will be a private service held in Maine in the summer of 2019. A unique and lasting tribute for a loved one. He was always there to lend a helping hand. She is survived by her children: Janet (Scott) Puckett, William (Sandy) Huntington III, Robert (Jennifer) Bullock, Angie (Ron) Ringer, 12 grandchildren, great-grandchildren, sister Bobbie (Denny), brother Ric (Eulene), nieces, nephew, all the people she loved and accepted as family and many, many friends. A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, February 17, 2018 at the Vista Optimist Club from 2:00pm to 5:00pm. In 1969 she married the love of her life Mr. Frank Nelson.