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She is survived by her son Brian Wagner; daughter Becky Cunning; and grandchildren Joshua Cunning and Cassandra Cunning.
Memorial services were held Saturday, April 26, 1997, in Shell Beach, California.
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WEDNESDAY, MAY 14, 1997
Ada Marie Elliott
On May 2, 1997, services were held for Ada Marie Elliott at the Masonic Temple #369. Born March 25, 1921, in Wichita, Kansas, Marie passed away April 30, 1997, at the age of 76. She leaves behind three sons: Pat, Larry, and Mike; and one daughter, Louise. She will be dearly missed by her nine grand- children and 13 great-grand- children.
A resident of the Kern River Valley for 21 years, Marie Elliott played an active role in the com- munity. She participated in the Rainbow Order for girls for over 10 years and was awarded the organization's top national honor, The Cross of Colors, for service above and beyond. In addition, the Kernville Union School District utilized Marie's skills as cafeteria supervisor for the entire district. Her 14 years of service for the local schools was a proud reminder of her desire to contribute to the com- munity.
Hazel Bertha Atchison
Hazel Bertha Atchison was born on May 16, 1913, in Kent, Ohio, and passed away on May 3, 1997, at the Kern Valley Hos- pital Care Facility.
She is survived by her three
sons in order of age, A.J. Atchison, of Chiloquin, Oregon; Rod Atchison of Bakersfield; and J.R. Atchison of San Jose, California. She also left behind three grandsons, three grand- daughters, 12 great-grandchil- dren; and one great-great- grandson.
Beloved mother and grand- mother, Hazel resided in Kern- ville for the last 15 years of her life. She loved the area and enjoyed many visits from her family. She was a quiet person who had a positive impact on the lives of many people. She will be greatly missed.
Hazel's memorial service will be held in late June in Kernville. The family asks that you make a donation to the Kern Valley Hospital Foundation rather than to send flowers if you are so inclined.
Mckenzie Katherine Bushling
Fifteen-month-old Mckenzie Katherine Bushling, of Lake Isa- bella, died Sunday, April 27, 1997, at the Bannock Memorial Hospital in Pocatello, Idaho, from heart failure. She was born January 28, 1996, in Bannock Memorial Hospital in Pocatello, Idaho, the daughter of Kenneth and Marcie Bushling.
Mckenzie was a very special child, born with Downs Syn- drome and with congenital heart disease. Mckenzie overcame three open heart surgeries, stomach surgery and many other health problems. She was a fighter clear to the end. Mckenzie was a very loving, happy person who enjoyed people.
She is survived by her par- ents of Lake Isabella; grand- parents Ken and Linda Bushling of Lake Isabella; Lynda Slown of Las Vegas, Nevada, and Bryce and Kathy Ellis of Blackfoot, Idaho; uncles, aunts and cousins of Bakersfield, Las Vegas, Nevada, Truckee, Cali- fornia, Blackfoot, Idaho, Pocatello, Idaho and along with countless others whose lives she has touched.
Mckenzie and her parents would like to thank the commu- nity for all their love and sup- port. It was amazing to see the community come together and help us in our time of need.
The viewing in Blackfoot, Idaho, was held at the Hill- Hawker-Sandberg Funeral Home at 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Tues- day, April 29, 1997. Funeral services were held Saturday, - May 3, 1997, at 10:00 a.m. in Mt. Mesa at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, on the corner of Park and McCray Road.
Arrangements by Valley Mor- tuary.
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WEDNESDAY, MAY 14, 1997
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Nida May Gaze
Former Kern Valley resident Nida Gaze passed away April 29, 1997, at Mesa General Hos- pital in Mesa, Arizona. Memo- rial services were held on Fri- day, May 2, 1997, at Broadway Christian Church in Mesa.
Born February 10, 1923, in San Fernando, California, Nida was one of six children born to Ralph and Mary Wolfe. A Kern Valley resident from 1979 to 1988, she was an active mem- ber of the Women's Aglow Fel- lowship of Lake Isabella and the Kern Valley Women of the Moose. Nida was also a mem- ber of First Baptist Church, Lake Isabella. She moved to Mesa following the death of her hus- band, Doug, in 1987.
She is survived by two daugh- ters and two sons: Joyce Clark of Kerman, California; Pat Bavier of Blythe, California; Larry Nielsen of Mesa, Arizona; and Ken Gaze of Bakersfield; two sisters and one brother, Thelma Taylor of Mesa, Ari- zona; Cleone Taylor of San Antonio, Texas; and Ellsworth Wolfe of Baja California; nine grandchildren and 23 great- grandchildren.
James Dudley Woodroof
Graveside services were held Thursday, May 8, 1997, at 10:00 a.m. at Kern River Valley Cem- etery for James Dudley Woodroof. Officiating was Pas- tor Floyd Castillo of the High- land Chapel United Methodist Church. Mr. Woodroof was born May 19, 1917, in Irvine, Califor- nia, and passed away May 3, 1997, in Mt. Mesa.
He was in the Army from 1941 to 1945. During that time he was a heavyweight boxer. He also was a deep sea diver and had his flying license. He loved motorcycles, fishing, camping and traveling, and he loved his family very much. He has been a resident of the Kern River Valley for over 20 yeras, and a member of the VFW and Eagles.
He is survived by his wife, Billie, of , Lake Isabella; his daughter, Peggy Woodroof, of Signal Hill, California; stepson and daughter-in-law, John and Lori Coates, of Lakewood; granddaughter, Kristn Eastman; and grandson and granddaugh- ter, John and Stephine Coates; and sister-in-law, Sue Devries, of Lake Isabella; brother and sister-in-law, Fred and Fran Woodroof, of Arizona; and many nieces and nephews.
Arrangements by Valley Mor- tuary.
William Rosenthal
A memorial service was held Wednesday, May 7, 1997, at 10:00 a.m. at Mt. View South- ern Baptist Church in Lake Isa- bella for Bill "Puffer" Rosenthal. Officiating was Pastor Deryl Lackey and Pastor Floyd Castillo.
Bill was born July 3, 1944 in Manhattan, New York, and passed away May 2, 1997, af- ter a lengthy illness. He was a resident of the Kern River Val- ley for 10 years and was a bar- tender in many of the different clubs in the valley. Bill was a director and producer with CBS for 20 years and the stage man- ager on 20/20 for a time. He was a member of Cameraman's Guild.
He had many friends in the AA community and several of the churches he attended here in the valley.
Arrangements by Valley Mor- tuary.
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WEDNESDAY, MAY 21, 1997
Mary Memovich
Private interment arrange- ments were made for Mary Memovich, age 72, of Mt. Mesa. Mary was born on May 21, 1924, in Bozeman, Mon- tana, and passed away on April 13, 1997.
Mary was a graduate of Gallatin County High School in Bozeman. After graduating, she moved to San Francisco and worked for the Connecti- cut Insurance Company. While in San Francisco, she assisted the Red Cross during World War II. She-later returned to Montana and worked at the registrar's office of Montana State University. During that time, she met her future hus- band, Hugh Memovich. She was a homemaker and mother for 49 years.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Hugh, and her brother, James Schwietering of Three Forks, Montana. Survivors include her son and daughter-in-law, Steve and Tricia Memovich of Chino; her daughter and son- in-law, Sandy and Rick Kaspar of Ridgecrest; two grandchil- dren, Carissa and Justin
Memovich; and one sister, Bernice Miller, of Vaughn, Montana.
Mary was dearly loved and will be greatly missed. Memo- rial donations may be made to the Kern Valley Hospital Foun- dation, 12424 Mt. Mesa Road, Lake Isabella, CA 93240.
Arrangements by Valley Mortuary, Lake Isabella.
Clayton H. Westrich
Private arrangements were made for Clayton H. Westrich of Lake Isabella. He was born July 19, 1920, in Lampoc, Michigan, and passed away May 8, 1997, in Bakersfield, California, after a long illness.
Clayton moved to the Kern River Valley eight years ago after retiring from Lockheed Aircraft where he worked for 27 years. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and traveling.
He is survived by his ex- wife, Bertie Edwards, of Lake Isabella; his sister, Irene McGarvey, of Michigan; and two nieces and two nephews.
Arrangements by Valley Mortuary.
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WEDNESDAY, MAY 28, 1997
Verda Verona Jenkins
Verda Verona Jenkins passed away Monday, May 19, 1997, at her home in Onyx. No services were held as a Living Memorial was held on February 18, 1990 at the Eagles Lodge as Verda al- ways said she wanted to at- tend her own memorial, which she did.
She was born July 24, 1923 in Long Beach, California, and was a resident of the Kern River Valley for the past 28 years. She was a long time member of the Eagles Lodge and Eagles on Wheels. Verda - loved camping and traveling. Each year since 1951, she and her daughters would camp at the river, until they moved to the Kern River Valley. She was known by all the kids, local and campers as Mrs. J. She always had a joke and loved life.
Mrs. J. is survived by her daughters, Toni Snyder and Tamara Palmer, both of Onyx; five grandchildren; five great- grandchildren; and her dear loving friend, Robert Peckinpaugh. She will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her.
Arrangements by Valley Mortuary.
Dorothy "Dottie" Mae Conway- Feldmann
Memorial services will be held on Saturday, May 31, 1997, at 3 p.m. at Lake Isa- bella Funeral Home. Follow- ing the services, per Dottie's wisnes, a party celebrating her . life will be held at the Kern River Senior Center. In lieu of flowers, Dottie requested that donations be sent to Cedars- Sinai Comprehensive Cancer Center (Cedars-Sinai Comp. Ca. Ctr.) in memory of Dor- othy Feldmann: 8700 Beverly Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90048.
After a five-year battle with breast/bone cancer, Dottie passed away at 7:52 p.m. on Sunday, April 27, 1997, at . Cedars-Sinai Hospital. She was 67 years old.
She leaves behind her hus- band of over 47 years, Herb. They would have shared their 48th wedding anniversary on April 30th. She also leaves three sons Lynn, Craig, and Kurt; and one daughter, Linda. She will be dearly missed by her five grandchildren.
A resident of Weldon for the past 13 years, Dottie worked for Dr. Goldfarb's office and received her Certified Nursing Asst. License in 1993 and worked at Kern Valley Hospi- tal in the Education Depart-
ment.
She shared with everyone her love of growing flowers and working outdoors in her garden. She was known for her love of animals and man- kind. Dottie was always avail- able to lend a helping hand or aive lovina advice. A conver- sation could always be guar- anteed to end with a big bear hug and her saying, " I'll keep you in my prayers."
Dottie was born on March 21, 1930, in Jerome, Arizona, the eldest of three children. Her family moved to Califor- nia when she was 12 and lived in Bellflower where she gradu- ated from Excelsior High
School in 1948. She fell in love and married Herb Feldmann in 1949, together they raised their family in the Norwalk/Whittier area.
Herb took an early retire- ment in 1984 and together they moved up to Weldon where a beautiful garden was grown every year and her vegetables and flowers took first place ribbons several years in a row at the county fair. She has touched many hearts and will be missed dearly.
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WEDNESDAY, JUNE 4, 1997
Marion "Buck" Bidwell Jump
Marion "Buck" Bidwell Jump, a World War II veteran and a Kern River Valley resi- dent for 12 years, passed away May 27, 1997, after a long illness.
He was born September 2, 1921, in Bay City, Michigan. He moved to California in 1949. He loved life, family, country, and friends. He served three years in the Army/ Air Force during World War II in Europe.
Buck married Joyce on June 6, 1942. God blessed them with 54 years of marriage. During that time, they enjoyed many adventures together, traveling throughout the U.S., Canada and the Alaska High- way, visiting family and friends along the way.
He enjoyed the outdoors. Buck loved fishing, hunting and golf. He was a most loving husband, father and friend. He will be remembered for his sense of humor along with his loving and giving ways.
Buck's memory will be cher- ished by his wife, Joyce; son, Keith, and his wife, Barbara; daughter, Terina, and hus- band, Mike Smith; his grand- children, Kyle, Beth, Karen, Brad, Doug, Bo and Erik; great-grandchildren, Tyler, Erik and Jessie. He is also survived by his stepmother, Frances; brothers, Vern, Dale and William; sisters, Mildred and Ruth. He is preceded in death by parents, Marion Sr. and Augusta; brothers, Raymond and Harold.
Marion believed in Jesus and was ready to meet his maker.
Norman Halverson
Memorial services were held Friday, May 30, 1997, at 10:00 a.m. at Mt. View South- ern Baptist Church for Norman Halverson. Officiating was Pastor Deryl Lackey. Inter- ment was at Kern River Valley Cemetery.
Mr. Halverson was born February 7, 1908 in LaCrosse, Wisconsin and went to be with our Lord on May 26, 1997, in Bakersfield. He was a resi- dent of the Kern River Valley - for 30 years. He was a mem- ber of the Mt. View Southern Baptist Church and he enjoyed fishing and prospecting with his grandchildren.
He was preceded in death ยท by his daughter, Wannie, in 1969 and his wife, Ethel, in 1992.
Mr. Halverson is survived by his daughter and son-in- law, Marilyn and Harold Hilsabeck, of Lake Isabella; and his sisters, Mable Matson, Vera Downton, Emma Fisher, Edna Sumner; and brothers, John and Rudy Halverson; four grandchildren, Kay Ferry, Lynn, Perry, and Michael Hilsabeck; 10 great-grandchil- dren and two great-great- grandchildren.
Arrangements by Valley Mortuary.
In loving memory of Judy Saltzgaver July 16, 1945-June 8, 1996 It's been a year since she left us. Many time we thing of her, many times we've cried, if love could have saved her, she never would have died. In life we dearly loved her, in death we love her still, her place in our hearts, no one else can fill. It broke our hearts to lose her, but she did not go alone, for part of us went with her, when God took her home. Jude, you left a void in our hearts, but we'll always remember your love and kindness. We love you dearly.
Your Loving Family
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WEDNESDAY, JUNE 11, 1997
June Beatrice Teeter
A memorial service was held Saturday, June 7, 1997, at 7 p.m. at the Lake Isabella Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses for June Beatrice Teeter of Bodfish. Officiating was Mel Hetrick. Interment was at Kern River Valley Cem- etery in Wofford Heights.
June was born February 7, 1921, in Makanda, Illinois, and died May 29, 1997, at San Joaquin Community Hospital in Bakersfield. She was 76 years old and a 18-year resi- dent of Bodfish. She was pre- ceded in death by her mother Virginia Erickson who died September 1996.
She is survived by her son, Eddie Ray Crowell, and his wife, Joyce, of Los Angeles; daughter, Janet K. Johnson, and her husband, Larry, of Manhattan Beach, California; aunt, Mary Ina Hall, of Illinois; grandchildren, Eddie John Crowell, of Kansas; Christo- pher W. Johnson of Idaho; Randell C. Johnson of Colo- rado; Jackie Aday of Kansas; Dawn Renee Lauber of Vir- ginia; great-grandchildren, Curtis, Nikki and Andrew Aday, all of Kansas; Dylan and Marla Lauber, both of Virginia.
Arrangements by Ridge- crest Mortuary.
Mabel Gladys Kaderly
Funeral services were held Saturday, June 7, 1997, at 12:00 p.m. at Shepherd of the Hills Luthern Church in Lake Isabella for Mabel Gladys Kaderly. Officiating was Pas- tor Clarence Semonious. Mrs. Kaderly was born September 1, 1920 in Syracuse, Kansas, and passed away at her home on June 4, 1997.
Mabel and her husband moved to the Kern River Val- ley in 1947 and she has been a member of the Lutheran Darcas Society, the Grand- mothers Club, the Penmaraders Square Dance Club and the Roadrunners Bowling Team (both with her husband). She also loved to go fishing with him. She loved to sew and crochet for the family and has made quilts for the great-grandchildren.
She is survived by her hus- band of 58 years, William; her daughter, Patsy Stroud of Westminister, California; son, Russell Kaderly, of Bodfish; daughter, Nancy Tracy of Vir- ginia; seven grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. Other survivors include her brothers, Frank Huser and Lawrence Huser, both of Mis- souri; sister Ada Merrill of
Colorado; brother John Huser of Arizona; and sister Betty David of Missouri.
Arrangements by Valley Mortuary.
Kenneth J. Moon
Kenneth J. Moon passed away at his home in Weldon on Sunday, June 1, 1997. He was born on September 28, 1928, in Norman, Oklahoma.
He is survived by his wife Adel; his daughters Angie, Leisa, Yvette and Yvonne; his sons Ken and Jim; 14 grand- children and eight great- grandchildren; Adel's sons Pat, Jerry and Sam and daugh- ter Carol and nine grandchil- dren.
Mr. Moon was looking for- ward to retirement, so he and Adel could travel to see fam- ily, friends and the outdoors he loved. The family expresses appreciation and gratitude for all the kind friends here in the valley. He will be dearly missed by all.
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WEDNESDAY, JUNE 11, 1997
In loving memory of Louis B. Schuster
Louis B. Schuster was born in Schenectady, New York, on March 12, 1919 and passed away in Mt. Mesa on June 10, 1996. He married his wife, Elaine, on August 24, 1940. He was preceded in death by his daughter, Barbara Lynne, and granddaughter, Christy.
He proudly served his coun- try in the Army from Septem- ber 1940 to September 1945 and also in the Korean War, both times being stationed in the Pacific.
Louis retired as assistant vice-president of First Inter- state Bank in 1982 and soon after moved to Kernville.
He was also survived by daughter, Sharon Myares, of San Marcos; son, Kenneth, of Van Nuys; granddaughter, Connie Brisson, of Chico; and two great-granddaughters, also of Chico.
We miss you, Dad. Ken and Sharon
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WEDNESDAY, JUNE 18, 1997
Harry L. "Bud" Torrence
Harry L. "Bud" Torrence passed away on Thursday; June 12, 1997, at the age of 78. He was born in Hammond, Indiana, on May 26, 1919. As a boy of 10, he came to Cali- fornia with his family. He later met and soon married his de- voted wife Esther in 1940, and raised three loving daughters.
He served in the Navy dur- ing World War II. In 1974, Harry "Bud" and Esther moved to Kernville and settled in the community of Riverkern. In 1976, he was elected Honor- ary Mayor of Whiskey Flat. Harry "Bud" Torrence was a "pillar" to all. He was everyone's own personal "Rock of Gilbraltar." He was an adventurer and traveler at heart. He loved his family fiercely and they miss him greatly. "We love ya', Bud!"
Harry L. "Bud" Torrence is survived by a loving family. His wife of 57 years, Esther, and his three daughters and sons-in-law Dorene and Tom Yearian, Darlene and Mongo, and Diane and Jack Morck. He is also survived by his three grandchildren, Beverly, Chris- tine, and "Little Harry."
Services arranged by the Lake Isabella Funeral Home.
John Earl Crawford
John Earl Crawford, age 81, passed away on May 9, 1997, after a lengthy illness. Born on June 29, 1915, in Vallejo, Cali- fornia, Earl Crawford was a carpenter, contractor and employee of the State of Cali- fornia on the Water Project prior to his retirement.
During World War II, Earl served in the U.S. Army. He was laid to rest at the Golden Gate National Cemetery near San Francisco, California, on May 14, 1997, following mili- tary honors.
A resident of Kernville for 39 years, he is survived by his wife, Jeannette, of Kernville; a son, John Jr., and three grand- sons, John III, Charles and David, all of La Jolla, Califor- nia.
Arrangements were made by Lake Isabella Funeral Home.
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WEDNESDAY, JUNE 18, 1997
Opal Glee Mason
Graveside services were held Saturday, June 14, 1997, at 11:00 a.m. at Kern River Valley Cemetery for Opal Glee Mason. Officiating was Pastor Deryl Lackey of Mt. View Southern Baptist Church in Mt. Mesa. Opal was born May 17, 1906, in Hutchenson, Kansas, and passed away June 11, 1997, in Mt. Mesa.
She has been a resident of the Kern River Valley for the past six years and attended the Nazarene Church in Lake Isabella. Before moving here
she was a member of the Church of God in Bellflower.
Opal is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Loretta and Bud Medlin, of Mt. Mesa; daughter and son-in- law, Arla and Andy Gibson, of Lake Isabella; and son, Rob- ert Mason, of San Diego; and eight grandchildren, 17 great- grandchildren, and two great- great-grandchildren. She is also survived by two brothers, Otha Noyes and Orville Noyes, both of Texas; and a sister, Oneta Ammons, of Arkansas.
Arrangements by Valley Mortuary.
Ruby McDermot
Graveside services were held Friday, June 13, 1997, at 10:00 a.m. at Kern River Val- ley Cemetery for Ruby McDermot. Officiating was Pastor Deryl Lackey of the Mt. View Southern Baptist Church in Lake Isabella. Mrs. McDermot was born June 19, 1922 in Rochester County, Kentucky, and passed away June 7, 1997, in Corona, Cali- fornia.
She was a resident of Mt. Mesa for four years before moving to Corona. She liked to travel to Laughlin, Nevada, and also enjoyed playing canasta.
Mrs. McDermot is survived by her son, Bruce Quick, of Chino Hills, California; daugh- ter, Rose Smith, of Mt. Mesa; five grandchildren, one grand- child; and two brothers, Ted and Sherman Howard.
Arrangements by Valley Mortuary.
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WEDNESDAY, JUNE 25, 1997
Carl Louis Martin
A memorial service was held at The Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church on June 20, 1997, for Carl L. Martin who passed away suddenly on June 16, 1997, in Bakers- field. Carl was born on Febru- ary 18, 1914, in
Saskatchewan, Canada.
As a young boy, he moved with his family to Minnesota. He later met the love of his life, Ina. They were married in 1946. Carl served his country during World War II in the Army Med Corps, and received the bronze star of valor. He and Ina moved to Weldon, and then later to Bodfish, where they have resided ever since. Carl enjoyed collecting coins and gardening, and he was a mem- ber of the V.F.W.
Carl is survived by his lov- ing wife Ina; son Danny and wife Elizabeth Martin, of Blaine, Minnesota; daughter Carla L. Martin,
of Bloomington, Minnesota; two brothers and four sisters. He also leaves his grandchildren, Andrew, Kelly, Amanda, Jef- frey, Jason, Colin, Aaron; great-grandson Nickolas; many nieces and nephews, as well as a host of friends who will miss him dearly. He was preceded in death by his mother and father, a sister, a brother, and a granddaugh- ter. A special thank you to Art and Nita Martin for their help, love and concern. The family requests all memorials to be sent to the M.C.L.L. and/or the Paralyzed Vets of America.
Services arranged by the Lake Isabella Funeral Home.
Richard Norman Agnew
Graveside services were held Tuesday, June 17, 1997, at 1:00 p.m. at Valhalla Me- morial Park in No. Hollywood, California for Richard Agnew.
Richard was born in Los Angeles, California, on May 23, 1925, and passed away at his residence in Weldon on June 12, 1997, after a long illness. He was a resident of the Kern River Valley for the past 16 years.
He ran for Mayor of Whis- key Flat in 1982 and was known as "Tricky Dick Agnew". He also was a member of the VFW, the Moose, and the Eagles, and was past presi- dent of the Eagles. He en- joyed fishing around the lake.
Richard is survived by his sons, Dieon Agnew, of Simi Valley, California, Shawn Agnew of Castiac, California, Scott Agnew, of Arleta, Cali- fornia, and Richard Agnew Jr., of Midpine, California; daugh- ters Beverly Jean McCormick, of San Francisco, and Laurie Dee Agnew of El Cajon; step- daughter Laurie Ann Thomp- son, of Saugus, California; 10 grandchildren; two great- grandchildren; and two sisters, Helen and Magie.
Arrangements by Valley Mortuary.
Reinhold Raymond Klotz
A Mass for Christian burial was held Wednesday, June 18, 1997, at 1:00 p.m. at St. Jude's Parish Catholic Church in Wofford Heights, for Reinhold Raymond Klotz (Bob). Officiating was Father Charles Casale. Burial was at Riverside National Cemetery in Riverside, California.
Mr. Klotz was born in Hayes, Kansas, and passed away June 13, 1997 in Bakersfield.
He was Chief of Security at St. Joseph Hospital in Wichita, Kansas, before retiring and moving to California in 1982, and then moving to the Kern River Valley in 1989. He was a member of St. Jude's Parish.
He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Lorraine, of Lake Isabella; his son and daugh- ter-in-law, Ray and Myra Klotz; two granddaughters, Kimberly and Jennie Klotz; three broth- ers, Eugene Klotz, of Great Bend, Kansas, Robert Klotz, of Hayes, Kansas, and Eddie Klotz, of Leavenworth, Kan- sas; four sisters, Elizabeth Weber and Henen Smircich, of Denver, Colorado, Mildred Spratt, of Wilson, Kansas, and Roberta Coon of Wichita, Kan- sas.
Arrangements by Valley Mortuary.
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WEDNESDAY, JUNE 25, 1997
Carl Louis Martin
A memorial service was held at The Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church on June 20, 1997, for Carl L. Martin who passed away suddenly on June 16, 1997, in Bakers- field. Carl was born on Febru- ary 18, 1914. in Saskatchewan, Canada.
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