Obituary published by Gordon B. Garrett Funeral Home Inc. on Dec. 15, 2025.
Jeret K. Doiron, 55, of Titusville, passed away Saturday morning December 13, 2025 at his residence.
Jeret was born on June 6, 1970 in Burbank, CA, a son of Will and Nancy Doiron.
He was a graduate of Burbank High School, class of 1988. Following graduation, he worked at a local veterinary hospital in Burbank and later with security at Warner Bros. Studio in Burbank.
He then joined the US Army stationed at Ft. McClellan in Alabama where he trained for the Military Police Corps. He was honorably discharged to the Army reserves until he fulfilled his military obligation.
He then became employed with the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department as Deputy Sheriff for 16 years from where he retired due to service related injuries. Through his experiences, he has developed a stronger faith in humanity and believes children are the bright hope of the future. He believed that what we put out into the world affects others.
Jeret was of the Methodist faith and was a former Sunday school teacher. He was a most generous, caring and giving person. He had written several children's books which benefited Oprah Winfrey's Angel Network and the Make A Wish Foundation.
Jeret is survived by his parents, Will and Nancy Doiron of Titusville; a sister, Lisa Doiron of Titusville; nephews, Michael Bakeman and Johnny Thomas of Titusville, and Ryan Thomas of Wrightwood, CA; and seven great nieces and nephews.
The family asks that memorials be made to the Titusville Area Food Bank 134 W. Central Ave. Titusville, PA 16354 or to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital 501 St. Jude’s Place Memphis, TN 38105 or online at stjude.org
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April 18, 1947 - April 26, 2020
Jack Carroll was born in Glendale, California, the son of George and Wanda Carroll and brother of Gwen Kramer (deceased). Jack is survived by his wife of 53 years, Jeri, son Christopher and daughter-in-law Lori, daughter Tracey, as well as many wonderful cousins & friends.
He was a devoted husband and father, and trusted friend. Jack and Jeri resided in California for 59 years before retiring to Prescott in 2006. He took pride in his 36-year career working for Lockheed Aircraft Co./Lockheed Martin. In his spare time, he enjoyed spending time with his family and friends doing his favorite things which included boating, fishing, RVing, Dune Buggy riding, off-roading, target shooting, banjo playing & driving his classic yellow corvette.
Due to the corona virus there will be a private graveside ceremony at the Forest Lawn Memorial Park, Hollywood Hills on Friday May 1st. In lieu of flowers, contributions to Donate Life America, 701 E. Byrd St. 16th Floor, Richmond, VA 23219 or St. Jude’s Children Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Pl., Memphis TN 38105 would be greatly appreciated.
May 10, 1939 - February 24, 2020
Curtis Vincent Keith, 80, husband of Phyllis Ann Fensom Keith, passed away on Monday, February 24, 2020. He was born in Yamacraw, Kentucky, on May 10, 1939, to the late Vincent and Rose Headrick Keith. He was a retired senior property guard for the city of Burbank, California and a member of Calvary Baptist Church.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by three children, Angel Krieg, Clinton Keith and Toby Keith; nine grandchildren, three great grandchildren; two sisters, Janis Miller and Velta Keith; several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents and sister, Norma Newell and wife of 53 years Sheryl Loy McGussey Keith.
Services will be at 9:30 AM, Saturday, February 29, 2020 by Rev. Ron Barker at Calvary Baptist Church, 204 French Avenue, Winchester, Kentucky. Burial will be in Winchester Cemetery.
May 29, 1935 — December 6, 2025
North Logan
Mary Anderson Huffman passed away on December 6, 2025, surrounded by her family. Mary was born on May 29, 1935, to Elmer Clarence Anderson and Thelma (Chidester) Anderson in Salt Lake City, Utah. Her family moved several times during her childhood due to her father’s job transfers, including brief periods in Oregon and Delta, Utah. Her father was sent to California for a six-month assignment, which was extended and then made permanent when World War II began. The family lived for a short time in Lawndale, California, and then moved to Burbank.
Mary had a happy childhood growing up with two older brothers, Elmer Chidester and John Delmon, and a younger brother, Keith Eric. She graduated from Burbank High School in 1953.
After high school, she dreamed of attending Michigan State University to become a doctor. Unwilling to attend BYU as her parents desired, Mary attended Los Angeles City College for one semester. Her desire to begin the nursing program did not work out, so she pivoted to a short program at Burroughs Business School to learn machine calculating. Her hard work and ability to learn quickly were noticed, and she was asked to stay on as an instructor for calculators, billing, and banking machines. One day, while covering for another employee in the office, Lockheed Aircraft called looking for an employee. The position offered a pay increase and was close to her home, and she jumped at the chance—much to the chagrin of the staff at Burroughs.
Mary worked at Lockheed, first as a calculator operator doing inventory and later as secretary for the head of the aircraft wings, doors, and tubing department. About the time the company began laying off employees, her younger brother Eric graduated from high school. Her parents thought he should attend BYU, and she agreed to go at the same time to encourage him. They both started in Provo in 1958. Though she had originally planned to be a doctor, she found her political science classes fascinating and decided she should go to law school instead. Because she did not date much, she assumed she would never marry and would have a great career as an attorney in California.
Mary’s fondest memories were of her time at BYU. It was there she met her husband, John Henry Huffman of Hawthorne, Nevada. As fortune would have it, Mary roomed with John’s sister, Connie, and a former schoolmate of John’s, who found ways to bring the two together often. They enjoyed many group activities, but Mary was surprised and delighted when John asked her to the homecoming dance. Their relationship solidified into a full romance when they traveled together to her roommate’s wedding. After working in different states all summer to afford school in the fall, John and Mary were married in the Los Angeles Temple on September 1, 1959, and returned to BYU for the fall quarter.
As a newlywed, Mary worked at a small variety store for $0.75 per hour through the Christmas season. Then Provo City called to interview her for a job paying $1.25 per hour. The interviewer asked if she was pregnant, and she honestly answered that she did not know—and she was hired. Within a few weeks she discovered she was pregnant and hid her pregnancy to avoid being dismissed during her six-month probationary period. The increased pay and steady work were just enough for John to finish his bachelor’s degree.
Upon John’s graduation in 1960, the couple moved to Burbank to live in her parents’ home while they worked in England. John took a drafting job with Litten Industries and later with Burbank City. Mary delivered their first two children there, Stephanie and John David. In 1963 they moved into their first home and soon added Michael Craig to the family.
Concerned about supporting a growing family, they determined that John needed more education to advance his career. He returned to BYU in the fall of 1964 to pursue a master’s degree and PhD. John earned a stipend of $200 per month as a teaching and research assistant. In 1967, they added Jeffrey Mark to the family. Fortunately, BYU was short on teachers and hired John to teach classes, doubling his salary. This allowed John and Mary to build a house in Provo. They worked together to complete some of the construction to save money. Mary used her homemaking skills and hard work to manage the growing family and support John through periods of schooling.
The family moved back to California in 1969 for a job with ICN (International Chemical & Nuclear Corp). There, Mary had two more children, Dennis Matthew and Kathleen.
Mary was a woman of strong faith in Jesus Christ and His gospel and often felt the hand of the Lord in her life. After a layoff, John struggled to find work that would meet the needs of their family. The couple prayed and went to the temple seeking direction. When they returned home, they learned that John’s former boss from ICN had called to offer him a position as a virology researcher at Utah State University. The family moved to North Logan, Utah, in 1980—a move that proved good for the entire family and would be their final relocation.
On weekends and holidays, Mary accompanied John to the USU animal facility to help him finish his work faster. When his boss discovered she was helping, he offered her a job. With her oldest sons approaching missionary age, she knew the extra money would be a blessing. She accepted the job on the condition that she would work only during school hours and could leave at any time for her children’s programs, illnesses, or other needs. She began working with research animals, then with cell culture, and eventually moved into the office managing programs, grants, and budgets. John and Mary worked together until they retired in 1999.
Although Mary held a variety of jobs throughout her life, she regarded being a wife and mother as her true calling. She instilled faith in her children through family home evenings, prayer, and regular church attendance. Mary brought unity to the family through service. Once, when John was laid off, she and the children worked together stuffing envelopes to earn money and help the family make it through.
Family fun also figured strongly in Mary’s ability to create unity and love among her family members. She sewed costumes, made decorations, organized activities, and prepared special meals that grew into strong family traditions. As the family expanded to include in-laws and grandchildren, she continued to exemplify these values by helping with moves, cleaning, painting, and attending baptisms and recitals.
Mary was a lifelong member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and served faithfully in many callings. Her favorites were Relief Society president in the North Logan 2nd Ward and Stake Extraction Director. As Relief Society president, she loved coordinating with the bishop to serve ward members, organizing events, and leading her friends and neighbors in Christlike love. Mary’s devotion to families—both living and deceased—brought her great joy as she served as extraction director in the North Logan Green Canyon Stake for 18 years. She developed keen skills in interpreting old handwriting, understanding the nuances of historical record types, and teaching these skills to others. She completed extensive genealogical and temple work for her forebears. Thousands have received their temple ordinances through her diligence.
A visitation will be held on Friday December 12 at 10:00-11:30 in the North Logan 2nd Ward at 1105 E. 2100 N. A funeral for family and friends will be held at 12:00 p.m. at the same location.
Memories and condolences may be shared and expressed at www.allenmortuaries.com.
Obituary published on Legacy.com by Reardon Simi Valley Funeral Home - Simi Valley on Nov. 21, 2025.
Boyd Vance Brotherton of Simi Valley, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, November 12th, 2025, at Vista Assisted Living after several recent health struggles. He lived until the young age of 94.
Boyd was born on August 13, 1931, in Burbank, California. He was raised in Burbank and graduated from Burbank High School, where he met the love of his life, Arlayne Mellon. Boyd and Arlayne were married on September 30, 1950, and moved to Arleta, then Sylmar where they raised their 3 children.
Boyd worked his career as a manager at Hughes Market. After retirement, Boyd and Arlayne moved to Simi Valley to be closer to their family. They became very involved at their church, St Rose of Lima, especially with the Knights of Columbus. Boyd rose to the rank of Grand Knight and was always so proud to have carried that title.
During retirement Boyd started to get antsy and decided to take on a small job with the Simi Valley School District. He worked as a yard duty at Arroyo Elementary and then to Crestview Elementary. He was affectionately known as Mr. B or Mr. Bumblebee and loved working with the little kids. To keep himself busy, he bowled several times a week (into his late 80's). He also loved square dancing and camping and never missed watching a Dodger game.
Boyd was preceded in death by his parents, his wife, Arlayne and his daughter, Judi Kent. He is survived by his sister, Susan Hughes; his son, Rick Brotherton (Teri) and daughter, Jill Quercio (Steve); his nine grandchildren, Jackie, Steven, Tina, Nathan, Tracy, Tony, Trisha, Sara and Lindsey as well as 28 great grandchildren and 9 great-great grandchildren.
To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Boyd, please visit our floral store.
The Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles, California
Thursday,
January 5, 1989
Carolyn Cohl loving and devoted daughter, wife and mother; survived by parents, Mr. and Mrs. Raymond Savoie; husband, Phillip Cohl and children, Barbara, Wendy, Sheila and Gerald.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to U.S.C. “Spirit of Troy Marching Band” Carolyn Cohl Scholarship Fund, 820 W. 34th Street, Los Angeles, California 90089-1441. Services 10 a.m. Friday, January 6 at Eden Memorial Park. Groman-Eden Mortuary directors.
Clay County, Nebraska, News 20 May 1977
Funeral services were held Monday, May 23, 1977, at 2:00 p.m. for Bettyann Marie Yost of Harvard. She was born April 25, 1941 and passed away May 20, 1977.
Conducting the services was Reverend Fred A. Roberts at the First United Methodist Church. Music was furnished by Mrs. Doris Lovgren, soloist and Mrs. Frances Brenneman, organist. Selections were "Abide With Me" and "The Old Rugged Cross."
Casket bearers were Gerald Schmidt, Terry Yost, Dean Yost, Tom Pierce, Jack Schlimmer and Jerald Reichert. Interment was in Harvard Cemetery, Harvard, Nebraska, with arrangements by Alberding Funeral Home. Find A Grave Memorial
September 7, 1962 - September 24, 2023
From Facebook
Dearest Friends and Family, it is with profound sadness that we let you know that the inimitable, ever-loving, kind, wise, gentle, creative, talented, funny, Chris/Christie Hogeland died unexpectedly (and without suffering) early on Sunday September 24th after a food (including a delicious shrimp/lime/cilantro salad Chris made) and fun filled evening with several good friends.
Chris was an art lover and enjoyed painting and art shows.
There will be a memorial art show in her honor to occur in the months ahead; details to be posted here. Donations to the Marfan Foundation https://marfan.org or to Housing Matters https://housingmatterssc.org are welcome.
May she continue to reap in her afterlife all the love and goodness she sowed in this life…Peace Out.
June 17, 1954 - June 17, 2009
Big Bear Lake, California
Kelly Lee posted on Facebook that Steve Pieratt passed away from the same cancer as his brother, Jim Pieratt, who died April 15, 2021.
When Stephen Christopher Pieratt was born on 17 June 1954, in Orlando, Florida, his father, Paul Myron Pieratt Sr., was 25 and his mother, Cynthia Ann Gage, was 23. He died on 17 June 2009, in San Bernardino, California, at the age of 55, and was buried in Temecula, Riverside, California.
Diane Aleta Helmers, 69, of Ames, IA passed away May 2, 2022 at Israel Family Hospice in Ames. Graveside services will be Saturday May 7, 2022 at 11am at the Ames Municipal Cemetery.
Diane was born on September 26, 1952 in Los Angeles, CA to Don and Donna (Lem) Boudinot. She married Robert Helmers on April 12, 1980 and he was by her side when she transitioned. She most recently worked supporting Bob's business, in every role from vice president all the way down to mail clerk. Many might remember Diane's tales from when she was younger and worked at the psych ward in Iowa City.
Diane loved animals, reading, and her marshmallow peeps, especially the chocolate covered ones. Diane had a lot of love for her family and never hesitated to put others before herself.
She is survived by husband, Bob of Ames; a daughter, Kimberly (Ryan) Standard of Boulder, CO; her son, Michael (fiancée Ty Elliott) of Ames; a granddaughter, Maddie; the family's very loved dog Callie, her step-mother Margie Boudinot of California, her brother, Doug Boudinot of Oregon and her half-sister, Wendy Godfrey of Califronia.
Diane was preceded in death by her parents and half-sister, Donna Rae Boudinot, and Paul, Jean, Brian and BJ Lem, who were all so important to her.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Israel Family Hospice House.
Adams Funeral Home in Ames is entrusted with arrangements
Husband of Judith Stadler
Father of Linda Schyck, Lisa Schyck, Paul Schyck, Jr. and Michelle Stadler
Son of Steve Schyck and the late Margery Schyck
Brother of Steve and Douglas Schyck
Paul was a veteran of the U.S.Army, Vietnam.
He retired from G.M. Truck and Bus, was a member of the Clare VFW and formerly owned and operated Acorn Lawn Maintenance.
Memorial Service: Coats Funeral Home, Waterford.
Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles, California, Saturday, October 10, 1992
Mary E. Bertone, age 52, passed away on Wednesday< October 7, 1992. She was born in Chicago, Illinois on February 12, 1940. She was a longtime resident of Arcadia and Crescent City.
She is survivedby her husband, Phillip; 3 sons and 2 daughters-in-law; Mark Bertone, Kathy and David Bertone, Connie and Daniel Bertone; 1 daughter and son-in-law, Denise and Joe Vaca; 1 brother and sister-in-law, Margaret and Charles Dorsett; 8 grandchildren, and many cherished friends.
Services wll be held 11 a.m. Saturday, October 10 at the Chapel of Live Oak Memorial Park, 200 E. Duarte Road, Monrovia with Rev. Larry Parks, officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Cancer Society, or to City Of Hope, 1500 E. Duarte Road, Duarte. Turner & Stevens Mortuaries serving the family.
Moore, Gary T.
Born April 18, 1947 in Lodi, California. Passed away April 7, 2006 in Los Angeles. He was completing his 37th year as a teacher in the Torrance Unified School District at the time of his death.
A Memorial Service will be held April 22, 2006, 1:00pm at St. Peter's Episcopal Church in San Pedro. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made in Gary's name to the American Cancer Society.
Please sign the guest book at www.dailybreeze.com/obits.McNerney's Mortuary
San Pedro 310-832-8351
Published by Daily Breeze on Apr. 12, 2006.
Goldie Elmyra Trout Peterson, BHS 1915
Published in the Record Searchlight, Redding, California, Wednesday, January 25, 1995
Goldie Peterson – WEAVERVILLE, Services for Goldie E. Peterson, 98, of Weaverville will be conducted at 10 a.m. Thursday at McDonald-Files Funeral Chapel. Burial will be at Grand View Cemetery in Glendale, California.
Mrs. Peterson died Sunday, January 22, 1995, at Anderson Care Center. Born January 15, 1897, near Little, Nebraska, she moved to Weaverville in 1985 from Burbank. She was a teacher.
Survivors include daughter Phyllis Harr of Burbank, California; brothers Allen Trout of Sonora, California and John Trout; three grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; and two great-great grandchildren. Memorial contributions may be made to Trinity Scholarship Foundation.
4 Jul 1945 - 20 May 2018, California
Age 72
When Grant Henry Finster was born on 4 July 1945, in Los Angeles, Los Angeles, California, United States, his father, Victor Leroy Finster II, was 28 and his mother, Sylvia Beatrice Kiehl, was 35. He married Donna Lee Quick on 13 June 1964, in Los Angeles, Los Angeles, California, United States. They were the parents of at least 1 son. He died on 20 May 2018, at the age of 72, and was buried in Calimesa, Riverside, California, United States.
Funeral Service
MAY 25. 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM (PT)
Church Of Jesus Christ Of Ladder Day Saints
56885 Onaga Trail
Yucca Valley, CA 92284
Reception
MAY 25. 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM (PT)
Church Of Jesus Christ Of Ladder Day Saints
56885 Onaga Trail
Yucca Valley, CA 92284
Graveside
MAY 25. 1:00 PM - 1:30 PM (PT)
Desert Lawn Memorial Park
11251 Desert Lawn Drive
Calimesa, CA 92320
San Bernardino Sun, 25 February 1956
Dr. Elvyn V. Brown, 37, of Beaver Clinic, Taken by Death
REDLANDS Dr. Elwyn V. Brown, associated with the Beaver Clinic, died Thursday night of a heart attack. A first attack was suffered three weeks ago and he was presumed to have been recovering well. He was 37. A resident of 910 LaFeliz Dr., Dr. Brown had been in Redlands eight years. He attended the University of Redlands four years.
HOME IN BURBANK Native of Bellingham, Wash., he lived in several cities before the Brown family made their home in Burbank. He graduated from Burbank High School in 1938 and came to the University of Redlands, where he received his bachelor degree in 1942. He attended the University of Southern California and
U. S. Navy in 1946, serving two years in the medical corps, part of the time in China. He returned to civilian life in1948 when he became associated with the Beaver Clinic. He was a general practioner specializing in anesthetics.
Surviving are his widow, Dorothy Lee Brown, and two children, Richard Lee, 10, and Margaret. Ann, 7. Mrs. Brown is the daughter of Dr. and Mrs. A. B. Lee, Redlands, and his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Claude Brown of Bellingham. Wash.
SERVICES SET - Funeral services will be held Saturday at 11 a.m. at First Presbyterian Church with the Rev. J. Wendell Beck, pastor, officiating, F. Arthur Cortner Chapel is in charge. Burial will be in Hillside Cemetery. The family has asked those who wish to contribute to the building fund, in care of E. L. Jury, at Redlands Community Hospital.
Juliane Marie Vergon, beloved wife of Jacques Vergon, mother of Melissa Nicholls, also survived by her mother and father Marie and John Livingston and brothers, David and Stephen Livingston.
Slumberroom visitation to be held on Friday, November 1, 1996 from 10:00 a.m. to 9;00 p.m. Services to be held at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, November 2, 1996, at the Little Church of the Flowers, Forest Lawn Glendale, Forest Lawn Mortuary.
In lieu of flowers please send donations to an organization or charity of your choice.
Published in the Burbank Leader in 1996.
April 28, 1941 - April 28, 2021
Victor Leroy Finster III, beloved husband and father, passed away at home on Wednesday, April 28, 2021, on his 80th birthday. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m. Monday, May 3, 2021 in the Billings Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow in the Elmwood Cemetery. The funeral will be broadcast live on the funeral home website and the funeral home Facebook page.
Vic was born on April 28, 1941 in Hollywood, California. After graduating from Burbank High School, he attended Glendale College, where he took a two-year course in technical illustration. His first marriage, to Kristin Aud Rasmussen, resulted in two children, Vic and Jill. After their divorce he married Linda Joyce Austin in 1976, with whom he was united until his death. He worked first as a technical illustrator and then later as Art Director of Hughes Aircraft Missile Systems Group, where he managed 20-some artists, oversaw a million dollar a year budget, and was involved in top secret military projects.
In 1983 Vic and Linda moved to Woodward County, Oklahoma, where Linda's parents lived. After a few years of getting settled in their country home, Vic began his second career at Oklahoma's Action Rehabilitation Centers. He worked at a variety of jobs there, ending up running the woodshop. He retired after 29 years at the age of 77.
In his spare time Vic loved reading his Kindle and building things. He made model boats and airplanes, and once built a full-size wooden sailboat and taught himself to sail.
Vic remained active in the Seventh-day Adventist church throughout his adult life. In addition to his role as a church elder, he also helped many years in the children's classes. He loved the children, and they loved him back. Although at first meeting he might seem quiet and reserved, people quickly discovered his neverending sense of humor, his kindness, and his generousity.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Seventh Day Adventist Church with the funeral home accepting the contributions.
Published online at Billings Funeral Home, Oklahoma.
April 20, 1898 – February 21, 1961
Burbank Daily Review, February 1961
Melazine O. Oldham, of 739 E. Elmwood, passed away February 21, 1961. Survived by husband, John; daughter, Jessie Mae Morehouse of Oakhurst, California, 3 grandchildren. She was a resident of Burbank 39 years.
Services will be held Friday, February 24 at 2 p.m. at the Chapel of the Mumaw Funeral Home in Lancaster, California. Interment in Lancaster Cemetery.
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Melazine Oldham, of Burbank, California, loving wife of John C. Oldham, mother of Jessie Mae Morsehouse of Oakhurst, California; grandmother of Penny Williams, Scotty Williams, Kathy Mel Morehouse of Oakhurst, sister of George R. Mumaw, Burbank, and Roy S. Mumaw, Lancaster.
Services Friday, 2 p.m., at the Mumaw Funeral Home, Lancester. Interment Lancaster Cemetery.
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Burbank Daily Review, February 1961
Mrs. John C. Oldham, a 40-year resident of Burbank. Mrs. John C. Oldham, 62, died Tuesday at UCLA Medical Center following a long illness.
Mrs. Oldham was a member of the Guardian Council, Job’s Daughters, Bethel 97, for several years. She was also a member of the Angelus Hospital Alumni Association. Mrs. Oldham came to California in 1903 and was employed for 20 years as a nurse in Burbank. She was born in Scottsdale, PA.
The long-time Burbank resident is survived by her brothers, George R. Mimaw, Burbank, and Roy F. Mumaw, Lancaster. She also leaves one daughter, Jessie Mae Morehouse, Oakhurst, CA. Find A Grave Memorial
December 12, 1940 — January 19, 2021
Arvada
Elisabeth Stapp, 80, of Arvada, beloved mother, grandmother, and sister, passed away on January 19, 2021.
Born on December 12, 1940 in Glendale, California she was the daughter of Emil and Mary (Wagenseller) Erselius.
Elisabeth enjoyed being a homemaker, administrative assistant to her ex-husband's drywall business, and ultimately as an involved grandmother.
She will be remembered for her kindness, her love of family, and her love of travel. She enjoyed sports; she was a true and loyal Broncos and Rockies fan. She loved the theater.
She is survived by her daughters: Toni Langedyk and husband, John; Julie Bowen and husband, Steve; grandchildren, Megan, Kaitlyn, and Zachary Bowen; Katrein, Anneke, and Pieter Langedyk; and her brother, Robert Erselius.
A small intimate service to be held on February 15, 2021 at 10:00 a.m. at the Horan & McConaty Cremation Garden in Centennial, Colorado.
July 24, 1951 Burbank, Calif. ~ June 19, 2021
Henderson, Nevada
Natalie Smith Banta passed away on June 19, 2021 at the home of her son, Nathan, in Henderson, Nevada. She had been receiving hospice care for melanoma cancer which had metastasized. Natalie's passing was five weeks before her 70th birthday.
Natalie Smith was born at St. Joseph Hospital in Burbank. She grew up in the 700 block of Hampton Rd. in Burbank, and attended Thomas Jefferson Elementary, John Muir Junior High, and her first year of high school at BHS before she left after her sophomore year in 1967. She was part of the BHS '69 class her sophomore year. In recent years Natalie divided her time between her homes in Salmon, Idaho and Henderson, Nevada.
Natalie was widowed. She is survived by five children, Nathan Woodward, Heidi Woodward Osborne, Breana Rue, Chris Banta, and Julia Banta Locke. Natalie also leaves 12 or 13 grandchildren. Natalie's older brother, Christopher Smith, passed away in early 2021 in Salmon, Idaho due to a heart attack. He was 70. He was Natalie's only sibling. Their parents are both deceased.
Natalie Smith and Krenn Wilkinson were neighbors as girls on Hampton Rd. in Burbank, and have remained life-long close friends. The second photo is the two of them in recent years during happy times. Krenn Scott
By Alan Landros June 20, 2021
26 Oct 1948 - 16 Mar 2007
Marilyn Lorraine Yanche Parks was born on October 26, 1948 in Pennsylvania. Marilyn was the daughter of John and Margaret Bagley Yanche. Somewhere along the way the family relocated to Burbank, California. Marilyn graduated from Burbank High School with the class of 1965.
Marilyn married her high school sweetheart Richard "Rick" Parks (BHS 65). To this union they had one son, Mica. Sadly Marilyn passed away on March 16, 2007. Marilyn is survived by her husband, Richard Parks and son Mica.
Interment was at Forest Lawn Memorial Park, Hollywood Hills, California. See her Find A Grave Memorial here.
July 20, 1960 — November 16, 2023
Farmington Utah
Rubin Rodriguez Jr. passed away on November 16, 2023. Rubin survived numerous heart attacks, Stage 4 Tonsil Cancer, a quadruple bypass, and finally succumbed to Stage 4 Colon Cancer and lung disease. Rubin was born on July 20, 1960, to Froydis Johansen and Ruben Rodriguez Sr.
Rubin grew up in Rose Park, UT and Burbank, CA where he attended Burbank High School. His passions included competitive swimming, surfing, ultimate frisbee, and skateboarding. Rubin was an entrepreneur at heart. From a young age, he and his friends had various businesses during his time in California. Rubin enlisted as a Marine at 17 years old and served as a helicopter mechanic. He had several opportunities throughout his 30+ years in broadcasting to make friends and associates all over the country, with his favorite being Jackson Hole TV.
Rubin “Happy Pappy” exuded so much life and laughter. His love for his family and dogs made his days memorable. He loved everything that let him feel the wind on his face—whether it was on his skateboard, surfing, riding a motorcycle or a boat, or in his Jeep with the top off and the windows down. He loved being in the mountains, at the beach, or on road trips with his family. Rubin loved to fish and spent many days fishing in Lake Powell, Strawberry, or Big Bear. Rubin loved to ski in his youth with his uncles. He was an excellent pool player, playing in leagues for years that lead to him bringing home a few too many trophies. Rubin had a love for rock ‘n’ roll music and watching football or NASCAR. You could often hear him singing around the house or in the car to Elvis Presley, Bruce Springsteen, or Jimmy Buffet. He loved to listen to music too loud, so he could sing even louder. He was a wannabe chef, an amateur movie critic, and a natural comedian. Rubin loved to make people laugh—nothing brought him more joy than to laugh with others, especially his children. His laugh was loud and contagious and often times made any joke funnier with how hard he made himself laugh. He coined the name “Happy Pappy” because he wanted to be known for being a source of happiness.
Though Rubin battled many health problems in the last several years of his life, his family and close friends made his days worth living. He had many times that he defied the odds to see another day. His absence has been felt by those who knew and loved him.
Rubin is preceded in death by his mother Froydis, sister Vivian Smith, his beloved grandparents, and many other loved ones and dear dogs. He is survived by his wife, Kathy, his father, Ruben, and children Olivia (Casey) Creager, Jordan Wager, Rubin Rodriguez III, and Tristan Quinn Rodriguez, along with his 6 grandchildren and sisters Rita and Sonja and several nieces and nephews, whom he loved dearly.
A viewing will be held Friday, November 24th from 6 PM-8 PM at Russon Mortuary, 1941 North Main Street Farmington, UT. The funeral will be held Saturday, November 25th at 10 AM at Russon Mortuary in Farmington. An additional viewing will take place prior to the service on Saturday morning from 9 AM to 9:45 AM.
Services will be streamed live on the Russon Brothers Mortuary Facebook page and on this obituary page. The live stream will begin 10-15 minutes prior to the service and will be posted below.
Rubin was passionate about bringing awareness to the hardship that fighting cancer can cause. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you make donations to the American Cancer Society or American Heart Association.
January 12, 1956 – June 18, 2025
IN THE CARE OF
Pierce Brothers Valhalla Memorial Park and Mortuary
Darrel John Sorensen, age 69, of Burbank, California passed away on Wednesday, June 18, 2025.
Jacqueline Louise (nee McNellis) Boebinger, 78, of Reseda, California, passed away February 16, 2018. She was born November 23, 1939 in Denver, Colorado, the daughter of John Kathleen (nee Lutes) McNellis.
Jackie enjoyed her family and life, and had an infectious laugh. She enjoyed going to the horse races along with playing tennis with her husband; hanging out with her family and friends.
She is predeceased by her parents, her husband Charles "Chuck" Boebinger; she is survived by her daughter Donnette and son-in-law, Rob Nelson; her grandsons, Keith and John. She will be greatly missed by all her knew her.
Richard E. Franco,, age 57, of Pompano Beach, FL. passed away on Tuesday, January 17, 2006 at a local hospital.
He was the owner of Franco's Cocktail Mixes for the past 31 years, a member of the Pompano Beach Exchange Club, the National Food Distributor Assoc. and the Wine and Spirits Wholesalers of America.
He was preceded in death by his father, Nicholas Franco; and his sister, Arlene Ann Franco. He is survived by his wife of 35 years, Brenda; mother, Arlene Nicholson; brother, Michael (Julia) Franco; and a circle of close relatives and friends.
In lieu of flowers, his family suggests donations to the Pompano Exchange Club Charitable Foundation Inc., P.O. Box 672, Pompano Beach, FL. 33061 in his memory.
Note: Burial was in the Lauderdale Memorial Park, Fort Lauderdale, Broward County, Florida, USA. Find A Grave Memorial
