Also serving the communities of De Luz, Rainbow, Camp Pendleton, Pala and Pauma
Also serving the communities of De Luz, Rainbow, Camp Pendleton, Pala and Pauma
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On October 2, 2021, the world lost a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and friend when Kathryn Kopitzke of Fallbrook passed away peacefully in her sleep. She was 94 years old. Kathryn was born and raised in Anaheim where she met her future husband, Vern Kopitzke, at Anaheim Union High School, however the romance did not blossom until after graduation. She joined the Kappa Delta sorority at UCLA, graduated in 3 years, and married Vern in 1947. They raised their children Janet (Brugman), Julia (Clifford),... Full story
Charlotte Ann Wright, It is with great sadness that the family of Charlotte A. Wright, 79, announce her passing on September 9, 2021. Affectionately known by her family as 'Charlie', she was born on August 28, 1942. She was the daughter of the late Fred H. and Betty J. Shaffer King of Windber, Pennsylvania. She relocated to California in 1961 after marrying Richard Wright. She resided in Whittier, CA and after marrying Lawrence Botchett, in Hacienda Heights, CA. She spent the... Full story
Raul "Rudy" Escobedo lived June 19,1989 to Oct. 20, 2021. The Escobedo family is deeply heartbroken by our brother's sudden passing. Rudy was the best brother, son, uncle, cousin, nephew, and friend. Born and raised in Fallbrook, Rudy was a genuine soul who always had a big, bright smile to cheer up anyone's day. He gave the warmest hugs and everybody loved the big-kid in him. Rudy learned many trades and anytime he was given a task, he would put his whole heart into it. He... Full story
Aarre Matti Armas Silvola passed away peacefully on July 14, 2021, in Fallbrook (Rainbow), California at 83 years of age with his wife at his side. He was born Oct. 3, 1937, in Köyliö, Finland to Eeva (Mäki) and Ole Silvola and was the fifth of 10 siblings. He married Salme (Yli-Moijala) on July 4th, 1965, and together they have five children, Minna (Richardson), Juha, Marianne (Woller), Joanne (Rouvali) and Martti. Aarre was born and raised in a small town in western Finland.... Full story
Gene Gary Zinn, 84, passed away on July 14 at his daughter's house in Kansas City, Missouri. He was born on Aug. 24, 1936, in Omaha, Nebraska to Hugo and Madeline Zinn. He was a retired 22 year Marine Corp veteran. He is preceded in death by his parents, Hugo and Madeline; brothers Loren, Buddy and Ronnie; his loving wife of 53 years, Deborah and grandson Andrew Zinn. He is survived by daughters Kelly Barauskas (Steve Moore) of Omaha; Valerie Loughran (Robert) of Kansas City,...
Former City Manager William (Bill) Bopf, 85, passed away July 4, 2021 at his residence in San Diego, California. Bill grew up in East Lansing, Michigan. He graduated from Michigan State where he was president of his class and his fraternity. Bill moved to Southern California where he met his wife, Marialice, and obtained his Master's Degree in Public Administration at USC. In 1965, Bill and Marialice moved back to the Midwest so Bill could start his distinguished public... Full story
Ralph Charles Schober passed away July 1, 2021, at age 86 of natural causes with family present. He was born in Alhambra, California, July 29, 1934, to Max Henry Schober and Elsie Matilda (Bacon) Schober. His family moved to a ranch in Fallbrook in 1943, becoming close friends with the White family next door. He worked at the Fallbrook Citrus Packing House and graduated from Fallbrook High School in '54. Ralph was drafted to the US Army and served as a medic in Wildflecken,... Full story
Robert W. Hahn (Bob) passed away Aug. 10, 2021, in his home in Carlsbad, California. He was surrounded by his friends, family, his dog, and live music. He was 80 years old. Bob was a chemical engineer for 35 years. He was born and raised in Aurora, Illinois and was a graduate of Our Lady of Good Counsel, Marmion Military Academy, St. John's University and University of Minnesota. Bob is survived by his daughter Liz and son Bill, sister Sue (Robert) and brother Patrick (Christi... Full story
Suzanne Engelhorn Kovner, beloved mother (to so many), friend, sister, aunt and life of every party, passed away at home on June 19, 2020, surrounded by her daughters Lisa and Nina, her dogs Katie and Jaxon, and her grand pups Faith and Courage. She was 79 years old. Suzanne lived life on her own terms, always cheering the people in her life and offering a helping hand when needed. Born in Newark, New Jersey, in 1940 to Dorothy Engelhorn and Frederick Engelhorn, Suzanne...
Bonnie Jayne Conway was born May 6, 1949 in Los Angeles, California, the only child of Whitney and Jane Bruce. She attended Dapplegray Elementary school in Rolling Hills Estates and graduated from Rolling Hills High School in 1967. She then went on to Pepperdine University where she earned her B.A. in psychology. Horses were her passion and she won many blue ribbons in Southern and Central California on her beloved Frank who lived to the ripe old age of 30. She taught riding...
Joyce Carol Esbensen (née Anderson) passed peacefully on Friday, Sept. 24. She had been suffering from Parkinson's disease for several years. Joyce was born a die-hard Cub fan in Chicago, Illinois on March 9, 1932. She graduated from the University of Colorado, Boulder with a BA in Education in 1954, and earned her Master of Arts degree from the University of Redlands in 1964. Joyce was fiercely proud of and devoted to her family, her profession, the students she taught... Full story
Joyce Carol Esbensen (née Anderson) passed peacefully on Friday, Sept. 24. She had been suffering from Parkinson's disease for several years. Joyce was born a die-hard Cub fan in Chicago, Illinois on March 9, 1932. She graduated from the University of Colorado, Boulder with a BA in Education in 1954, and earned her Master of Arts degree from the University of Redlands in 1964. Joyce was fiercely proud of and devoted to her family, her profession, the students she taught... Full story
Loretta McNeil was a caring daughter, wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother. Loretta joined our Lord last week and is celebrating her wonderful life in heaven. Loretta was born to Clarence and Alice Duffen in Long Beach, California. After graduating from Woodrow Wilson High School in Long Beach, she pursued her dreams of being a fashion buyer for Leask's Department Store in Santa Cruz and later with Bullock's Wilshire in Los Angeles. Loretta met her husband, Ray... Full story
Edward Victor Mojado, Dec. 1934 – Sept. 5, 2021, passed away at his home peacefully with his loving wife of 65 years, Carmen Mojado by his side, along with his family, Steve Mojado, Blake Mojado, Mark Mojado, Glenn Mojado, Cami Mojado and Stacy (Mojado) Esquivel. He also leaves behind 17 grandchildren, 19 great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild who all adored him. Edward was raised on the Pala Indian Reservation; he was a graduate of Fallbrook Union High School and... Full story
Rosalyn Bernice Rideout nee Schaefer born Dec. 7, 1930, in Belleville, Illinois, passed away Sept. 28, 2021, in Fallbrook, California. Roslyn was the daughter of Royal (Roy) Schaefer and Estella Waigand. She married H. Arthur Rideout in Belleville on Oct. 20, 1951, and they had three sons all born in Belleville, Dennis (deceased, 1953), David and Bruce. She is survived by her husband and two sons, sister Joanne (Edward) Escobedo and brother-in-law Walter Hubert. She is also... Full story
Hartsell Lee Andrews, a Gunnery Sergeant in the U.S. Marine Corps for 30 years, died April 29, 2020, at the age of 80. A full military funeral will be held Wednesday, Oct. 13, 10 a.m. at Eternal Hills Memorial Park, Oceanside.... Full story
On May 11, 2021, the world lost a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and friend when Carol Ann Gaynor of Fallbrook passed away peacefully. She was 85 years old. Carol was the only child of Charles Froehler and Virginia Strong. Born in New York and graduated from Conaty High School, Los Angeles, she attended Mt. St. Mary's University, Bel Air. She married Patrick Gaynor in 1972 and they raised daughters Mary, Catherine and Regina in Fountain Valley. Carol... Full story
Beloved Fallbrook local William Di Fazio died at 48. Many of you knew Bill as 'The Phone Man' who took over the business from his father, Louis Di Fazio, some 15 years ago. Bill was unique, compassionate and a loving soul who had an adventurous spirit. Bill was also a hard worker who had a love for life. Billy could fix nearly anything and was a perfectionist. He was an awesome brother and a dear friend where we helped each other out when the other was in need. He was born in...
Robert "Bob" Leroy Kinsey, 95, took his final flight peacefully from this earth on May 27, 2021, in Rancho Bernardo, California. He was born to Earl and Lenora Kinsey on Sept. 26, 1925, in Bancroft, Iowa, as the third of 10 children. Bob enlisted in the U.S. Navy on the day of his 17th birthday and served our country proudly during World War II and beyond, first as an aircraft radioman-gunner, and later as a commissioned naval aviator. In 1950, Bob was hired as a commercial... Full story
There will be a memorial service for Elizabeth “Bess” Goodlake, 11 a.m., July 6, 2021 at St. John’s Episcopal Church, 434 Iowa St., Fallbrook.... Full story
Well respected business leader, husband, loving father and friend to all, George Corporales passed away March 31, 2021. He is survived by his wife, Suzon, of 50 years; daughters Caryn and Carol, stepson Brad, and their families. Born in Holyoke, Massachusetts, June 16, 1931, he grew up in Glendale, California and graduated with a chemical engineering degree from CalTech and later achieved an MBA from USC. In retirement, George and his wife enjoyed extensive travel, moved to Fallbrook, California, where they built a home, and...
On May 18, 2021, the world lost a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend when Joy Dobon of Fallbrook passed away peacefully from congestive heart failure. She was 84 years old. Joy was the second child of Dorothy and Carl Fruehling and grew up on the New Jersey Shore. A graduate of Asbury Park (New Jersey) High School, Joy was very proud of her heritage. In 1956, she met a handsome young Marine and fell in love. She and Peter Dobon were married and raised three... Full story
Elizabeth Wiant Goodlake, 40 year resident of Fallbrook, died peacefully in her sleep June 3, 2021. Beth was the loving wife of Richard (Dick) who preceded her in death this past spring. She was born in Charlottesville, Virginia to James and Elizabeth Wiant. She graduated from Lane High School and then from Mary Washington College of the University of Virginia in Fredericksburg, in 1961. On June 23, 1961, Beth married her handsome Marine, Dick. Beth was a teacher at elementary and high school levels including a year as a... Full story
It is with great sadness that the family of William (Bill) Fritz Pearson, Jr. announces his passing after an extended illness, Friday, May 21, 2021, at the age of 60 years. Bill will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 30 years, Maia, and his children, James and Shane. Bill will also be fondly remembered by his sisters, Leslie Ingold, Kim (Ken) Kinman; his brother-in-law, Chris Dalsimer, husband of Bill's late sister Danna; mother-in-law Audry Dugan, and by sisters-in-law... Full story
Robert Michael Bell passed away on May 26, 2021 in San Diego. He was born May 30, 1937 in McKeesport, Pennsylvania to Velma (Egan) and Joseph Bell. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather and friend. He is survived by his children, Heather and Michael (Debra); his grandchildren, Joseph and Jacob; his cousin, Carol Fennelly; his niece, Danielle (Ian) and sister-in-law Patricia Bell. Robert was preceded in death by his wife, Kathryn Marie Bell; daughter Ann Marie Bell,... Full story
