Leeland Fredrick Freeman, BHS 1967, Member of Strawberry Alarm Clock

Lee Freeman, BHS 1967

The Los Angeles Times, Wednesday, February 24, 2010

'60s Band Had No. 1 Hit

Lee Freeman, 60, a member of the 1960's band Strawberry Alarm Clock, famous for its flower-power anthem "Incense and Peppermints," that became a Number 1 hit in 1967, died of cancer February 14, 2010 at his home in the Bay Area, his brother Doug, said in an email.

Freeman, who played rhythm guitar, sang and wrote lyrics, was an original member of the band, which was called Thee Sixpence when it was formed in 1966. None of the band members wanted to sing lead on "Incense and Peppermints," intended to be released on the B-side of a single, so a friend on hand for the recording session volunteered. The group also supplied music for the film "Psych-Out" in which it also appeared.

Freeman, born November 8, 1949, in Burbank, continued to play with the band during

reunions.

NOTE: Lee was preceded in death by his father Douglas and his mother Pauline and sister Patricia Freeman Farrell. Lee is survived by his brother, Douglas Freeman. May he rest in peace.

Alan Robert Murray, BHS 1972

Alan Robert Murray, Two-Time Oscar-Winning Sound Editor, Dies at 66

Over more than 40 years, he worked on 32 films directed by Clint Eastwood, from 'Escape From Alcatraz' to 'Richard Jewell.' Alan Robert Murray, the supervising sound editor and decades-long collaborator with Clint Eastwood who earned Oscars for his work on the director's American Sniper and Letters to Iwo Jima, died Wednesday, February 24, 2021, a source told The Hollywood Reporter. He was 66.

Last year, Murray set a sound editing record with his 10th career Academy Award nomination, for Todd Phillips' Joker. His first two noms came for his contributions to Richard Donner's Ladyhawke (1985) and Lethal Weapon 2 (1989). Murray also received Oscar noms for the Eastwood-helmed films Space Cowboys (2000), Flags of Our Fathers (2006) and Sully (2016) and for Chuck Russell's Eraser (1996) and Denis Villeneuve's Sicario (2015).

He worked on 32 films directed by Eastwood, from Escape From Alcatraz (1979) to Richard Jewell (2019), in a stretch that also included the best picture winners Unforgiven (1992) and Million Dollar Baby (2004). In addition, he partnered with Eastwood on several others movies that the Hollywood legend produced and/or starred in, including Any Which Way You Can (1980), Tightrope (1984), The Dead Pool (1988) and Trouble With the Curve (2012).

Eastwood "has always been one who lets the artists bring what they can to the table," Murray said backstage at the Oscars after his win for American Sniper (2014). "He gives you specific notes but lets you create on your own. And he respects the artists on his crew."Murray shared his Oscars with fellow supervising sound editor Bub Asman; they worked together on more than 50 films.

His extensive résumé also included The Warriors (1979), Star Trek the Motion Picture (1979), The Postman Always Rings Twice (1981), National Lampoon's Vacation (1983), Fatal Attraction (1987), Die Hard 2 (1990), New Jack City (1991), Fried Green Tomatoes (1991), Star Trek X: Nemesis (2002), The Legend of Zorro (2005) and A Star Is Born (2018). He helped Bradley Cooper get thorough his directorial debut on that last one after meeting the actor on American Sniper.

He also served as supervising sound editor on Taylor Sheridan's upcoming release For Those Who Wish Me Dead. Murray began his career in the 1970 at Paramount, where he was mentored by Howard Beals, who worked with filmmakers from Cecil B. DeMille to Francis Ford Coppola. He had been based at Warner Bros. Sound since 1979.

Speaking with THR last year about his approach to Joker, Murray said he wanted to use realistic sounds. "It was more of following Arthur's descent into madness," he said. "Everything would start off normal, and then our sound effects reacted to what was going on with [the character]."

Survivors include his wife, Debbie, and three children working in motion pictures: Blu Murray, an editor; Kevin R.W. Murray, who works in sound; and Hailey Murray, who works in postproduction.

February 25, 2021, Hollywood Reporter, by Carolyn Giardina

Gunnar Maxim Osterberg, BHS 1950

Gunnar Maxim Osterberg was born on March 10, 1932 in Ironwood, Michigan. He passed away on August 10, 2017 in Mission Viejo, California. At the young age of 16 years, his parents moved Gunnar to California. They settled in the city of Burbank where Gunnar finished high school, graduating in 1950. He worked in the aerospace industry until he was drafted into the army infantry at age 20 to serve in the Korean War. He was an infantry combat veteran on Heartbreak Ridge, and on Outpost Queen in front of Christmas Hill. He survived the fighting while on an outpost in front of the MLR at war's end.

After his service, Gunnar was to spend nearly 40 years in specialty steel mill sales, (stainless and hi-temperature alloys) working for Allegheny Ludlum and Eastern Stainless Steel. He was the regional sales manager for Eastern Stainless covering all the Western States. He ended his career with his own manufacturing representative business representing, Lukens Steel and Bethlehem Steel. He retired at age 67, and began writing articles for military newsletters, magazines, and his hometown newspaper. He wrote a book and co-authored another. He was an avid golfer and had his first hole-in-one at age 77, and his second hole-in-one at the age of 80.

He is survived by his loving wife Barbara Novinger Osterberg, the love of his life. They were married 62 years. Surviving are two children Eric and Ingrid, three grandchildren, and three great grandchildren. He was cremated as wished. Per his request, no memorials are planned.

**Gunnar's obituary was written by none other than himself.

Published in Orange County Register on Aug. 12, 2017

Frank E. Ellison, BHS 1976

Frank E. Ellison, BHS 1976

Frank E. Ellison was born on October 30, 1958 and passed away on October 30, 2004 in a motorcycle accident of blunt injuries according to the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner on a Los Angeles County street on his birthday. He was 46 years old. 

Frank is missed by his family and his 1976 Burbank High School classmates. No other details at this time. 

Jana Lucille Jordan Guest, BHS 1970

Jana Lucille Jordan Guest, BHS ‘70

September 25, 1952 ~ January 29, 2021

Jana Jordan Guest, passed away on Friday night, January 29, 2021, at her home in Pahrump, Nevada, after a short illness of six weeks. Her loving partner, John Deahl (BHS '69), was with her when she passed away.

When a Senior at BHS in 1969/1970 Jana was Head Majorette with the Band and Drill Team. Jana's first two years of college were at the University of Arizona in Tucson, and her last two years were at USC where she graduated.

Jana grew up the youngest of three, with her older brothers, Jeffrey Jordan (BHS '65), and Judd Jordan (BHS '69). She attended Emerson Elementary, John Muir Junior High, and Burbank High School, graduating in 1970. She worked in the 1970's and 1980's in Glendale as a Bank Vice President, P.R. Director of the Glendale Chamber of Commerce, and in her own P.R. business. In 1990 she moved from Burbank to Ridgecrest, CA with her former husband. About 2013 she moved from Ridgecrest to Pahrump, Nevada.

The first photo is Jana with her older brothers, Jeffrey on the left and Judd on the right, with their mother, Adele Jordan, who is now 96 years, who also lives in Pahrump. The second photo is Jana with her partner, John Deahl.

Written by Alan Landos, BHS 70

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Jana Jordan Guest, 1952-2021

A memorial will be held on March 27, 2021, 12:00 to 3:00, in Pahrump, NV, at the VFW Post 10054, located at 4651 Homestead Road, Pahrump, Nevada. 

Jana passed on 1/29/2021. She lived in Pahrump, NV, a beautiful desert community about 60 miles outside of Las Vegas with her best friend and partner John Deahl. 

When Jordan's home was hit by a landslide in 1962 their neighbors pitched in to remove over 5 feet of mud from the house, and the Salvation Army provided much needed assistance to the family. Thus began Jana's lifelong passion for aiding others. She always kept the Salvation Army close to her heart and was on the board of directors at two different local Corps Community Centers.

Raised in Burbank, California by her parents, Joe and Adele, and her two older brothers, Jeffery and Judd, Jana led a wonderful life that was full of close friends, excitement, and travel which included 20+ different countries.

She graduated from Burbank High School in 1970, then went on to be a 3rd generation graduate of USC. Jana is survived by her mother Adele, brothers Jeffery and Judd and their families, and a multitude of friends. She was married to Navy Commander (Ret.) Lawrence (Buck) Guest for 28 years and kept a close friendship with him, his family and other in-laws.

What I'll miss most about Jana is her beautiful smile, her loving heart, and her intense passion for helping others. She continually assisted those around her and quite often those she didn't know, such as sending unsolicited care packages to soldiers stationed overseas, anonymously paying for groceries and meals, funding a student's trip to Washington D.C., and sponsoring a high school senior that was denied graduation parties because of the coronavirus lockdown. She was always thinking of a new way to help someone, and most often awoke to the thought of "how can I brighten someone's day today?"

In lieu of flowers the family requests donations to the Salvation Army or Rotary.

The Dailey Independent, Ridgecrest, CA, March 20, 2021

Susan Caggiano DiSalvo, BHS 1971

Susan Caggiano DiSalvo, BHS 1971

We lost classmate Susan (Sue) Caggiano DiSalvo this past August to cancer. She had three children and was living in Reno with her husband.  She had a very long career with Southwest Airlines. This is another devastating loss. 💔

Here is a lovely FaceBook post from her daughter:

I love you so much, Mom. You left life without any regrets, and surrounded by the many people that love you. There was no one who met you and didn't fall in love with you. I'm so happy you were there for my wedding and to give me strength and love for my entire life. We all love you and miss you so much, but you gave so much love. You'll be with me all the time, and hey, who knows. I might even become a gardener after this. Help me with that one, though. I'll need the assistance.

Thank you, Mama. ❤

Pete Roses, BHS Current Coach

Pete Roses, BHS Current Coach

Just found out that a current Burbank High School coach, Peter Roses passed away I believe it was on January 26, 2021 after being ill for one week with Covid - 19. I do not have any more information. His students have created a Pete Roses Memorial Wall for anyone who wants to post a remembrance for Pete. It sounds like he was well loved by his students and players. I am checking my Burbank High yearbooks for better photo. He will be missed by all who knew and loved him. May he Rest In Peace!

Harold Winston Vorhies, BHS 1948

Harold Winston (‘Hal’) Vorhies, Colonel, U.S. Army (retired) passed away at age 89 on April 18, 2020 in Arlington, Virginia.

He was born in Inglewood, California, and spent his formative years in Burbank, California, graduating from Burbank High School where he was known as ‘Pete.’ He earned a Bachelor’s degree from the University of California Berkeley, where he joined Army ROTC. Commissioned as a 2nd Lieutenant, he served nine years with the Quartermaster Corps and Field Artillery before assignment to the U.S. Army Security Agency, spending the remainder of his 30 years of active duty in Military Intelligence. 

He served two tours in Vietnam and completed assignments in France, Panama, Germany, and various domestic posts. He served in multiple command and staff assignments, to include Commander, Arlington Hall Station; Commander, 504th ASA Group; and Deputy Chief, NSA Europe. He attended the Command and General Staff College and the National War College, and earned a Master’s degree in International Relations at the American University. 

Colonel Vorhies retired from active duty in 1983. His numerous awards and decorations include five awards of the Legion of Merit, the Defense Meritorious Service Medal, the Army Commendation Medal, the Republic of Korea Order of Military Merit (for intelligence support to Republic of Korea’s military units in Vietnam), the Republic of Vietnam Staff Service Honor Medal, and a parachutist badge. Colonel Vorhies was inducted into the Military Intelligence Hall of Fame in 1999.

Following his service in the Army, Hal completed a second career with E-Systems/Raytheon, primarily based in Brussels, Belgium, as Regional Vice President for Europe, Middle East, and Africa. He retired from Raytheon in 1995. Hal enjoyed skiing and scuba diving, and was a skilled photographer.

Hal was predeceased by his parents, Claude Orville Vorhies and Ursule Winifred Vorhies, his son-in-law, Bill Cumberland, and his former wife, Dixie Lee Skipton Vorhies. He is survived by his beloved companion of more than 25 years Karen Mahalik, his brother Robert Vorhies, his sister Delores Nichols, daughters Holly Vorhies Cumberland and Maureen Tankersley, son-in-law Jason Tankersley, numerous nieces and nephews, and the caring staff at Sunrise of Bluemont Park and Kate and Naomi from Ascent Homecare.

Donations in his memory may be made to Army Emergency Relief.

James Morley Gibson Sr., BHS 1950

James Morley Gibson Sr. will be remembered as a big man with a big personality. Jim passed away December 7, 2020 just days from his 89th birthday, which gives us pause to celebrate the many years he has shared with us. Jim was born December 16, 1931 in Glendale to Carl and Cleo Gibson. Jim was the younger of two children and was preceded in death by his elder brother, Carl Reeves Gibson Jr. On July 26, 1952, Jim married the love of his life, Joyce Marie Petersen, whom he had met at Burbank High School. They were married and lived in Burbank for 51 years before she preceded him in death on May 27, 2003. 

Jim and Joyce are survived by their three children and spouses: Jim M. Gibson Jr. and wife Anne, Julie Kropf and husband Russ, and Janis Dickey and husband Brad; their six grandchildren: Carrie Hibbard and husband Don, Kristy Willer and husband John, Jennifer and Jaqi Gibson, Kyle Dickey and wife Megan, and Emily Dickey; and their two great-grandchildren, Tim and Brandice Hibbard.

In 1953 and 1954, Jim served as a Sergeant in the Army’s 38th Infantry Regiment during active duty in Korea, earning a Purple Heart, following a celebrated football career at Burbank High School, Glendale College, USC, and with the Army; even receiving an invitation to play professional football with the N.Y. Giants. Jim was a lifelong fan of USC football, a team he once called home as offensive tackle number 55. What few knew about Jim was that he was destined to be a member of the USC family; his middle name, Morley, was given to him honoring the famous 1925 running back Morley Drury. If Jim was not watching USC football, he could be found in his recliner watching golf, basketball and other sports.

Jim had a successful 40-year career with the city of Burbank as a police officer. He graduated from the academy in 1955 and rose through the ranks in the Burbank Police Department from patrolman to investigator, detective, sergeant, lieutenant and eventually to Captain of the BPD before his retirement in January 1995.

Jim and Joyce enjoyed the small-town feel of Burbank, the city in which they raised their family. Jim was a member of the Burbank Noon Kiwanis club, where he served as club president in 1989-90, as Lt. Governor of Division 16 in 1992-93 and was named Kiwanian of the year in 1996. Jim was an avid golfer and loved to hit the links with friends and his son-in-law Brad. As a young officer Jim played basketball with the BPOA and as his family grew he transferred his love of basketball to watching his grandchildren Jaqi and Kyle play, practically never missing a game.

Jim enjoyed traveling. He and Joyce loved to visit the National Parks and traversed the United States in their motor home several times. As a young family, Jim, Joyce and children would spend summer vacations camping at the beach or at the family’s favorite, Lake Tahoe. As empty nesters Jim and Joyce continued to camp with their Lazydays club or vacation at San Clemente at their timeshare.

Jim will be missed by many but never forgotten by his family and friends who will remember a serious man who could make you laugh with his silly antics. Farewell and Godspeed, Jim.

Condolences can be sent to “Gibson” at 2011 Jamestown Way, Oxnard, CA 93035 

Published by Outlook Newspapers, December 19, 2020

NOTE: No Senior photo but did find his BHS Varsity Football photo.

Marcia Willis Young, BHS 1941

Marcia Willis Young, BHS 1941

March 1, 1923 - October 9, 2020

From the Senior Bulldogs Newsletter - Our most senior Sr. Bulldog passed away this year. Her family moved to Burbank in 1937 from Indiana, and Marcia lived in that house until her marriage to Ronald Dinsmoor in 1941. They had a daughter, Diane. Ronald died in boot camp during the war and is listed on the City of Burbank War Memorial.

In 1946, she married James Young, and son Phillip was born. Marcia worked in their optical business for two decades, and she was active at First Christian Church of Burbank. She loved sewing, crocheting, crafts, reading, and the Los Angeles Dodgers. 

Marcia is survived by her daughter Diane Engelbrite, daughter-in-law, Terry Young, and their children and grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband Phil Young and her son Phil Young, Jr. Marcia was a very sweet lady and will be missed by all of us.