Wesley J. Allen, BHS 1958

Wesley J. Allen, BHS 1958

Wesley J Allen, 84, passed away peacefully at his home in Cherry Hills Village on February 22, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. Wes was born on March 4, 1940 in Topeka, Kansas to Elizabeth and Hugh Allen. He graduated from Burbank High School in 1958 and attended the University of Denver, where he earned a bachelor's degree in business and accounting. He worked at Price Waterhouse as a CPA before taking a job at Leprino Foods. He spent 38 years at Leprino, 28 of which were as President.

He married his high school sweetheart, Karen, in 1963. They celebrated their 61st wedding anniversary in June on a cruise to Iceland.

After retiring in 2005, he enjoyed spending time at their winter home in La Quinta, California. He and Karen also enjoyed an annual trip to Maui and traveling to many international destinations.

He is survived by his wife Karen, and two children, Kim and Lance. Kim and her husband, Brian, have two children, Dalton and Maddie. Lance and his wife, Lezlie, have four children, Brodie, Bentley, Jake and Ross. His favorite role was as a grandparent. His grandchildren lovingly called him "Papa", and he treasured the time he spent with each of them. He will live on in the hearts of those who knew him and loved him. We will miss his laughter and generous spirit.

Lesly Carina Ceballos-Santos, BHS 2003?

Lesly Carina Ceballos-Santos, BHS 2003?

On March 26, 2020 the Lord called one of his daughters Lesly Carina Santos (Ceballos), home. Lesly was born August 22, 1984 in Guatemala City, Guatemala. In 2001 her parents brought her to live in Burbank when she was 16 years old. On September 2019 Lesly was diagnosed with stage 4 stomach cancer. She fought as hard as she could to win the battle but after months of chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and countless E.R. visits, her body just kept getting weaker and weaker. The tumors kept growing and spreading throughout her body, taking over all her vital organs until her body finally gave out.

Lesly, leaves behind her husband Edgar Ceballos and her 3 beautiful daughters: Analie (15), Sarah (4), and Andrea(1.5).

Lesly was a very intellectual woman who dreamed and worked hard for many years towards her bachelors degree. Lesly was enrolled at Pennsylvania State at time of her diagnoses and was due to graduate this spring with a degree on Computer and Science. Her goal was to work for Bank of America as a Cyber Security Specialist.

Lesly was a long time and loyal employee for Bank of America. She worked for them 16 years and despite of all the changes the bank had, she always adapted and embrace the changing jobs, pay cuts, relocation. She enjoyed working for the bank and learning all the ins and outs of her multiple job opportunities.

About six years ago she nearly died during a car accident where she was hospitalized and had to have emergency surgery to save her life. She has been married with Edgar Ceballos for 8 years now, who loves her dearly and supporters her in her life and career decisions. She has been working for the same employer for the past 15 years now. Prior to her diagnoses she was working full time, going to school full time to earn her bachelor’s degree online from Pennsylvania State University, while still being a great wife and mother.

She was diagnosed with Diffused Signet Ring Adenocarcionoma, a very aggressive cancer, at the young age of 35 (just turned 35 last year). After two weeks of testing and going back and forth with doctors they told her she has about 18 months left to live. Being the fighter that she is she decided to get a second doctor’s opinion. So on September 19, 2019 the other doctor confirmed the worst!!! She has stage 4 cancer, which means it has spread to her other organs. The Doctor told her there is no time to waste and needs to start chemotherapy as now. She started an aggressive chemotherapy followed soon by a surgery that will help to remove the tumor found in her stomach wall. If this tumor is NOT remove it will block the passage of food, which inevitable would lead to her death.

Lesly was a caring and loving person who enjoyed dancing Salsa and Cumbias. She enjoyed watching movies, and eating at one of her favorite restaurants, El Sauz taco shop in Glendale, CA. Her favorite thing to get from there was Mexican tortas. She loved roses and tulips. She would like you to remember her as a cheerful and loyal friend, who always had your best interest in mind. Rest In Peace, our beloved friend. Lesly Ceballos Aug 22, 1984 - Mar 26, 2020

Edwin Charles James, BHS 1963

Edwin Charles James, BHS 1963

September 7, 1945 - February 1, 2026

Edwin Charles James was born on September 7th, 1945, in Burbank, California just days after the end of World War II.  His parents, Elleen (Givan) and William James, owned and operated an apartment complex in Burbank, California where Ed was raised, and there Ed learned how to fix anything and everything while he helped his parents maintain their apartments, skills that he would use all his life.

He graduated from Burbank High School in 1963 followed by Glendale City College in 1965, obtaining an Associates of Science degree in mechanical drawing.  He joined the US Air Force in March 1966 and completed basic training at Lackland Air Force Base as an Airman Second Class, followed by advanced training in Air Training Command in Denver.  He was stationed at George Air Force base with the 329th Fighter Interceptor Squadron, in Southern California and eventually being promoted to Airman 2nd Class before being deployed to Phan Rang Air Force Base in South Vietnam during 1967 as part of the 435th Munitions Maintenance Squadron.  

While in Vietnam he was promoted to Sergeant, and in 1968 was transferred back to California to the Strategic Air Command training center as part to the 93rd Bombardment Wing at Castle Air Force Base, in Merced, California, where he was an instructor for replacement training units for the B-52 Stratofortress. After leaving the Air Force, he returned to Burbank and worked 7 years for the City of Burbank water department as a draftsman, before moving his young family to the Northern California town of Auburn, to be near his in-laws.  

There Ed and family lived in Roseville while they built a house in Ophir, and he later participated in 4H at Ophir Elementary School as a leader for the shooting sports and woodworking programs.  When younger son Dean was in the Del Oro High School Band, Ed volunteered his support.  In 2000, he donated his kidney to his oldest son Erik at the UC Davis Med Center, featured as a Father’s Day story on KCRA news, making Ed a brief celebrity around Auburn.  

During that time, he worked for 25 years for Nevada Irrigation District at the Placer County Yard in Gold Hill, as a maintenance worker and then foreman for the Placer maintenance crew, finally retiring in 2002. After retirement of his wife Jo Ann in 2009, they moved to Grants Pass, Oregon, where they made many friends, and enjoyed the company of many visitors. 

Ed and Jo Ann were volunteers at the Josephine Community Library, with Ed employing his maintenance skills developed in his youth. They traveled widely, including trips to Australia, China, Europe, and the Mediterranean. Last year, they returned to Placer County, moving to Lincoln, to be closer to family. 

He is survived by his wife, Jo Ann (Knight), son Erik James, daughter in-law Theresa, and granddaughter Bridget of Lincoln and grandson William of Berkeley, California; and his son Dean James, daughter-in-law Cyndi, and granddaughter Alicyn Shea of Rocklin; and his brother William James, sister-in-law Sharon, and niece Sherry Owens of La Crescenta, California. 

Richard Michael Schofield, BHS 1967

Richard Michael Schofield, BHS 1967

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Richard Michael Schofield, age 72, of Littlerock, California passed away on Thursday, May 5, 2022. Richard was born December 7, 1949.

A visitation for Richard will be held Saturday, May 21, 2022 from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM at Littlerock Community Church, 7854 Pearblossom Hwy, Littlerock, CA 93543. A funeral service will occur Saturday, May 21, 2022 from 12:00 PM to 3:00 PM at Littlerock Community Church, 7854 Pearblossom Hwy, Littlerock, CA 93543. 

A graveside service will occur Tuesday, May 24, 2022 from 12:30 PM to 1:30 PM at Riverside National Cemetery, 22495 Van Buren Boulevard, Riverside, CA 92518.

George Antoine (Tony) Moore, BHS 1928

George Antoine (Tony) Moore, BHS 1928

12 Aug 1909 - 17 Apr 1983

George A. "Tony" Moore,73, died Sunday at a local convalescent hospital following a lengthy illness.

Mr. Moore was born in Louisville, Kentucky, but moved with his family to Los Angeles as an infant. He graduated from Burbank High School and later went to work for the Los Angeles Police Department. He served in the United States Navy during the second Worald War as a chief petty officer in the Shore Patrol. Following the war he returned to duty with the LAPD and retired in 1971. By the time of his retirement , he had become the officer with the longst record of service on motorcycles of all the motorcycle patrolman in California.

He was married in Carson City, Nevada on September 27, 1971. Between 1971 and the present he spent part of the time living in Los Angeles and part of the time in Napa, alternating between the two places. He became involved in traveling during his retirement and enjoyed fishing and hunting.

Mr. Moore was a member of San Gabriel Lodge 278, F. & A.M., Al Malaikah Temple of the Shrine, San Gabriel Valley Shrine Club, "Koppers" unit at Al Malaikah Shrine, Cryptic Masons of California Council No. 5, Royal Arch Masons Signet Chapter 57, Knights Templar of California Los Angeles Cammandery 9, Peace Officers Serine Club of Los Angeles County, Los Angeles Police Masonic Square Club, American Legion Post381 of Los Angeles, a life member of the Municipal Motorcycle Officiers of California and was a honorary Kentucky colonel.

Mr. Moore is survived by his wife Ruth P. of Napa; one step-son, Dr. Robert Nasser of Napa; two brothers Donald of Orange and Jack of San Dimas; and three step-grand children.

Masonic memorial services will be held in Southern California at a time and place to be announced. Priviate inurnment will be in Forest Lawn Cemetery in the Hollywood Hills. The family suggusts memorial contributions to a charity of the donor's choice. 

Arrangements were under the direction of Richard Pierce Funeral Service, Napa, California.

Peggy O'Day Alfred Lambly, BHS 1953

Peggy O'Day Alfred Lambly, BHS 1953

Peggy was born December 19,1934 and passed away February 2, 2022 in Thousand Oaks, California, at the age of 87 after a seven year battle with Cancer. Peggy handled her treatment with a strong and positive outlook and a smile on her face. She always showed great compassion and friendship to those whose paths she crossed.

Peggy was born at Hollywood Presbyterian Hospital in Hollywood, CA. Peggy grew up in Burbank, with her parents Walter and Margaret Alfred and her four siblings Sally (JBHS '50), Bobby (BHS '57), Jane (BHS '61) and Betty (BHS '63). Peggy loved her high school years. She loved sharing her fond memories of her time at Burbank High with all her great friends. She also attended Bret Harte, and Luther Burbank Junior High.

Peggy married William Lambly, they had two daughters, Kathy and Kelly. One of Peggy's first jobs was a hostess at Bob's Big Boy in Toluca Lake. In 1964, Peggy and her family moved to Thousand Oaks. Some of Peggy's siblings and their families were soon to follow.

Peggy worked in retail for many years and retired after 20+ years in management with the Kmart Corporation. Peggy was a California girl at heart. She was a native Californian and proud of it. She loved traveling around California in her motorhome. She was also a diehard Dodgers and Angels fan. She enjoyed watching golf tournaments and dog shows. She was a woman of fashion, with perfect matching outfits, shoes, nails and lipstick. Peggy's grandchildren and great grandchildren were her pride and joy, as well as her many dogs over the years.

Peggy is survived by her two daughters and son-in-law- Kathy and Dean Maurice, Kelly Lambly; grandchildren- Jennifer and Travis, Jamie and Bryan, Brandon and Stephanie;

great grandchildren- Jaxon, Dylan, Hallie. Peggy was also survived by her siblings- Sally Palmer, Bobby and Dianne Alfred, Jane Roach and Betty Vaccaro (6/1945-5/2023), and her many cherished nieces and nephews. Dog- Murphy. She was preceded in death by her granddaughter Julie. 

Peggy had an immeasurable amount of kindness and generosity that touched all who were fortunate to know her. She was one special lady that will be deeply missed.

In Peggy's memory 100 trees were planted in the Sequoia and Sierra National Forests for restoration in the Wild Fire Tree Recovery Program.