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Articles from the May 12, 2005 edition


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  • Fred Matthew Grahek, 81

    Updated May 12, 2005

    Fred Matthew Grahek, 81, passed away on May 3, 2005. He was born on October 12, 1923, in Chislom, MN. Mr. Grahek was a resident of Fallbrook, CA, for 29 years. Mr. Grahek retired from the Federal Government in 1983. He was a sergeant in the Army Air Corps, 13th Air Force, 868th Bomber Group in the Pacific Theater during WWII. He was assigned as a bell turret gunner on a B-24 liberator and was a member of the VFW, 13th Air Force Veterans Association. Mr. Grahek is survived by his wife of 36 years Josephine M. Grahek, daughter... Full story

  • Mr. Irvin R. Cuthbert, 76

    Updated May 12, 2005

    Mr. Irvin R. Cuthbert, 76, passed away on May 2, 2005. He was born on October 10, 1929, in McKees Rocks, PA. Mr. Cuthbert lived in Escondido, CA, for two years and previously lived in Fallbrook, CA, for 13 years. Mr. Cuthbert retired as a building contractor for commercial construction after 30 years. He graduated from Norwich Military Academy in Vermont, served in the US Marine Corps following WWII and later in the US Army, he attended USC for post-graduate studies, owned an avocado grove in Fallbrook, and was a member of...

  • John Wayne Adams, 81

    Updated May 12, 2005

    John Wayne Adams, 81, passed away on May 7, 2005. He was born on February 8, 1924, in Lynn, AR. Mr. Adams was a resident of Fallbrook, CA, for 37 years. Mr. Adams retired from civil service in 1991. He also retired from the US Navy as a Chief Petty Officer, he served in WWII and was a lifetime member of the VFW and past member of the Masonic Lodge. Mr. Adams was preceded in death by his wife Martha Adams in 2002. He is survived by his son & daughter-in-law John & Amanda Adams, Wildomar, CA; and his brother Samuel Adams,... Full story

  • Mrs. Edith M. Cornell, 91

    Updated May 12, 2005

    Mrs. Edith M. Cornell, 91, passed away on May 7, 2005. She was born on January 17, 1914, in Galvaston, TX. Mrs. Cornell was a resident of Fallbrook, CA, for 53 years. Mrs. Cornell, along with her husband, owned Cornell’s TV & Electronics in Fallbrook for 25 years. She was a member of United Methodist Church, Fallbrook Historical Society, Mini Doll Friends and Exploradores RV Club. Mrs. Cornell also enjoyed genealogy, reading, collecting and making dolls & miniatures. Mrs. Cornell is survived by her husband of 51½ years Ja...

  • Mr. John James Focarazzo, 50

    Updated May 12, 2005

    Mr. John James Focarazzo, 50, passed away on April 28, 2005. He was born on July 2, 1954, in Brooklyn, NY. Mr. Focarazzo was a resident of Fallbrook, CA, for four years. Mr. Focarazzo was a self-employed medical consultant. Mr. Focarazzo is survived by his wife of 13 years, Jody Lee Focarazzo, Fallbrook; mother & father Jane & John Focarazzo, Fresno, CA; daughter Gianna D. Focarazzo, Fallbrook; and sisters Karen Focarazzo & Cathy Focarazzo, both of Fresno. A Mass was held on May 10, 2005, at the St. Peter’s Catholic Church w...

  • Beverly Ann Butcher

    Updated May 12, 2005

    Beverly Ann Butcher, passed away on May 5, 2005, and left a huge void in the lives of her family and friends. Her family was by her side to the end. Beverly died of complications from Systemic Lupus Erythematosis. Born August 11, 1926, in Columbus, OH, Beverly was the daughter of the late Carl and Veronica Roberson, graduated high school in 1944 and attended Ohio State University. She was an extremely athletic woman, playing softball in her youth, water skiing expertly and she was an accomplished equestrian. Bev regularly...

  • Joy Ross

    Updated May 12, 2005

    Joy Ross, a 44-year resident of Fallbrook, CA, passed away at noon on May 4, 2005. Joy had been fighting Alzheimer’s disease for eight years. Joy was born in Douglas, AZ, in December of 1924. Her family moved to El Paso, where she completed her elementary and secondary education, and graduated with honors from the College of Mines and Metalurgy (now called the University of Texas, El Paso). Her two brothers Charles Gallagher, an American Airlines captain, and Rial Gallagher, an Air Force Colonel, are now deceased. After g... Full story

  • Maurice L. Otterbacher, 84

    Updated May 12, 2005

    Maurice L. Otterbacher, 84, better known as Maury, peacefully left those who loved him on April 30, 2005. He was a resident of Fallbrook since 2002. Maury was many things to many people: a devoted husband; loving dad, grandpa, great-grandpa; brother; trusted friend; and respected businessman. All who knew Maury agree that his most memorable trait was his quick wit and ability to bring gales of laughter to any gathering. Maurice Leo was born on April 24, 1921, in Sand Lake, MI. After graduating from Sand Lake High School, he...

  • First Christian Church

    Updated May 12, 2005

    The Ladies Tea is Saturday, May 14, at 2:00 p.m. “One Voice,” a ladies ensemble from Rancho Community Church in Temecula, will sing during the 10 a.m. Worship Service. The morning message by Minister Tom Myers will be “Where Your Treasure Is,” based on Matthew 6:19-34. Bible classes for all ages meet each Sunday at 9 a.m.Youth meetings for grades 4 - 6 are on Friday at 7 p.m. For more information call (760) 728-7649 or (760) 731-0640....

  • Christ The King Lutheran Church

    Updated May 12, 2005

    Welcome to Pentecost Sunday at Christ The King Lutheran Church. Pentecost is the “ordination” of the Christian Church. As the Holy Spirit was poured out on the disciples, God gave power to every believer to be a vital witness for Him. We will celebrate Pentecost with an all-church outdoor worship service, with a picnic and lots of food and fellowship to follow. During the week, please feel free to join Pastor Mark for morning prayer at 8:30 a.m. in the Sanctuary. We will seek God on behalf of our congregation, community, cou... Full story

  • Pentecostals of Fallbrook

    Updated May 12, 2005

    He is the friend that sticketh closer than a brother, the Comforter, the Alpha and Omega, He is Jesus. Isn’t it wonderful to know that God’s word is truth and that He is Love? The love of God is something that no man can truly comprehend, yet He loves us through all our blunders. Join us as we rejoice in His love Sundays at 9:30 a.m. and Thursdays at 7 p.m. 341 Heald Ln. at the Community Center....

  • Riverview Evangelical Free Church

    Updated May 12, 2005

    Experience two weeks in mid-May with Dr. Jim Masteller, co-founder and executive director of the Center for Individual and Family Therapy, who will be speaking Sunday, May 15, at the 8:30 and 10:30 a.m. services. A Chaplain in the US Army for 20 years, Senior Pastor for 20 years and in private practice for 11 years, Dr. Masteller has extensive training and experience in working with pastors, couples and men’s issues. Nursery-thru-adult classes are available at both services. Riverview Church is in Bonsall, 4980 Sweetgrass L...

  • St. Stephen Evangelical Lutheran Church

    Updated May 12, 2005

    This Sunday morning please join us to learn of the Lord and praise His name! Four age-appropriate bible classes for pre-school through eighth grade and the adult bible study all begin at 9:00 a.m. The worship and praise service starts at 10:00 a.m. The church and school are located at 1636 E. Mission Road in Fallbrook, between Stage Coach and Gum Tree. You may receive information related to the weekly bible study and other church and K-8 Christian day school activities by calling (760) 728-6814....

  • Fallbrook First Baptist

    Updated May 12, 2005

    This Sunday at First Baptist, the guest speaker will be Dennis Ahem from CB International. The service begins at 9 a.m. with Praise and Worship music. Sunday school follows at 10:30 a.m. after a time of fellowship and refreshments. Iglesia Camino Real meets at 11 a.m. AWANA Clubs through Jr. High meet Thursday evenings. The church also sponsors a homeschool co-op, Lighthouse Christian Academy. Fallbrook First Baptist Church is located at Pico & Hawthorne. For more information on all ministries of the church, including... Full story

  • Rainbow Community Church

    Updated May 12, 2005

    Join Pastor Rick as he continues his teachings from 1 Peter. Our current study of the book of I Peter gives helpful insight on how to be encouraged in discouraging times.Service and Sunday School begin at 10 a.m. Coffee and refreshments served following service. Join us for a complimentary fellowship dinner from 6-7 p.m. and bible study from 7-8 every Wednesday with supervised children’s play during bible study. 2560 Rainbow Valley Blvd. (760) 728-2051. Wheelchair access. www.rainbowchurch.com.... Full story

  • Fallbrook United Methodist Church

    Updated May 12, 2005

    The disciples were huddled in a room when the Holy Spirit entered like a mighty rush of wind and the disciples spoke in strange tongues. “Tongues of Fire” is the theme of Dr. Dennis Ginoza’s message on Pentecost Sunday. The book of Acts will be read in various languages: English, Spanish, French and Filipino. The congregation will fill the room with prayers of hope, peace and love. The service begins at 10 a.m. Childcare is provided. The church is located at 1844 Winterhaven Road. Web site: www.fallbrookmethodist.org. Tel....

  • Calvary Chapel

    Updated May 12, 2005

    Our Sunday worship services are at 8:30 and 10 a.m. with services for all ages during those times as Pastor Patrick Herrell continues “Great Events of the Bible.” On Wednesdays at 7 p.m. we are studying the Book of Danie and have Children’s Church for nursery-6th grade and jr. high & high school fellowship. We are located at 488 Industrial Way, off of E. Mission Rd., one mile east of Main Ave. For information about our worship services, youth group Bible studies, activities and directions, call (760) 728-9138. Our offic...

  • Zion Lutheran Church

    Updated May 12, 2005

    Sunday, May 15, the Day of Pentecost, Chaplain Michael Reckling preaches the sermon. Traditional 8 a.m. (HC), Contemporary 10:30 a.m., Sunday school 9:15 a.m., nursery care 7:45-11:45 a.m. Welcome Alan Sargent, our worship leader, now leading our contemporary worship service. Sign up for the Annual Men’s Retreat held May 21-23. “Forty Days of Purpose” studies continue weekly. Registration is open for day school (Pre-K-8). The Annual Golf Tournament, June 3, Pala Mesa Resort, benefits the school. Shotgun start 1:30 p.m. Dinne...

  • Grace Presbyterian PCA

    Updated May 12, 2005

    atterns of Faithfulness” will be the title of Pastor Iian Duguid’s morning message taken from the text of Numbers 33 and 34. Our service is held in Live Oak Elementary School, 1978 Reche Road in Fallbrook. Classes for all ages begin at 9:00 with worship at 10:30. An infant nursery is available from 9:00 to 12:00. Today is “potluck Sunday” on the patio following worship, so please join us and stay for special fellowship and get-acquainted time. This week’s opportunities include Small Group Bible studies, Women Bible Study and...

  • Spears wins student research award

    Updated May 12, 2005

    On April 29 and 30, eight Cal State San Marcos students attended the 19th annual CSU Student Research Competition at CSU Sacramento. More than 190 students from 22 California State University campuses attended, competing in 23 different divisions. One of the two Cal State San Marcos students who won an award was Matt Spears, a 20-year-old senior from Fallbrook who won second place in Humanities & Letters, undergraduate division, for “The Canonicity of Cliché: Idiomatic Language and Formulaic Diction in Beowulf and the He... Full story

  • New associate

    Updated May 12, 2005

    Fallbrook Union Elementary School District Superintendent James M. Choate recommended the board authorize a contract for Dr. Janis Tait Schultz to be the district’s associate superintendent educational services. Upon board approval, Dr. Schultz will assume the responsibilities of retiring Assistant Superintendent Dr. Constance Fish as well as additional responsibilities. An “associate superintendent” is a classification between assistant superintendent and superintendent; Dr. Schultz will be FUESD’s first associate superin... Full story

  • Jackson to study medicine in Australia

    Updated May 12, 2005

    Recently, Robert Jackson of Del Mar was selected to participate in the International Scholar Laureate Program Delegation on Medicine in Australia from June 4 to June 15. Jackson will gain culturally enriching experience designed to add to each participant’s personal knowledge as well as academic and pre-professional profiles. Jackson was born in Fallbrook and is the son of Robert Jackson, a Fallbrook attorney, and his wife Lucy. Jackson will visit the extraordinary cities of Sydney and Cairns and the distinguished halls of T... Full story

  • Math/science breakfast hosted by AAUW

    Updated May 12, 2005

    FALLBROOK — Working to inspire and instill the love of math and science, the Fallbrook Branch of the American Association of University Women (AAUW) will host a Math/Science Breakfast on Friday, May 20, at 8 a.m. at the Fallbrook Public Utility District meeting room. With the assistance of teachers and administrators of the Fallbrook Union Elementary School District approximately 27 high school students and eighth-graders from the district who show exceptional talent in math and or science will attend the breakfast with a p...

  • Smothers graduates from Pepperdine

    Updated May 12, 2005

    On April 30 Jack Smothers graduated from Pepperdine University with a Bachelor of Science degree in business administration and with honors (Magna Cum Laude, GPA 3.77). Jack was a member of Sigma Chi Fraternity and was selected for the International Program in Heidelbery, Germany, his sophomore year. His junior and senior years he was chosen to serve on the Pepperdine Ambassadors Council. At Homecoming this year, the students voted him King of the Court. He plans to join in a business venture with two college graduates this... Full story

  • Bonsall Charter: three more years

    Updated May 12, 2005

    BCAL’s board of directors convened on Wednesday, May 4, with change in mind. A vote was passed to disband the entire board, even the chairs they sat on. How could they do this to a school that so desperately needs guidance and direction? As part of the disbandment, the Bonsall Union Board will adopt little orphan BCAL. This board is the real brass; they manage Bonsall’s entire education system… and with nearly 2,000 students that’s no easy task. The final and most crucial factor to the agreement was allowing Bonsall Charter...

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