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Howard William Pantel, Jr.
November 28, 1940 - September 8, 2015
Resided in Salinas, CA
Howard was an original. He adored his pets and spoke their language. He egg-celled at puns and jokes. One career was not enough and he moved from sales at Fleetwood System, Inc. in Illinois to being a gentleman farmer in Minnesota, to finally owning his own moving company, Pantel Moving and Storage in California, before retiring to fish, garden, and collect stamps in Oregon.
Born in Sheboygan, Wisconsin on Thanksgiving Day 1940, he was a lifelong member of the Lutheran Church, and served as a parachutist in the Green Berets, Army Reserves. He is preceded to Paradise by his parents Howard William Pantel, Sr. and Margaret Wakefield Pantel. He is survived by his sisters LeAnna Markus and Margene Leffin, children Kimberly Pantel, Kathrine Pantel, and Howard (Kody) William Pantel, III, Companion Linda Ohm Pantel, lifelong friend Elaine Ebert, and ex-wife Virginia Salmina.
Howard entered Paradise on September 8th, 2015 at home in Salinas, California after a lengthy illness.
In lieu of flowers or cards, please make a donation to your local SPCA. Also, you could name your next pet after him
A family celebration of his life will be held on his birthday, November 28th.
Elouise Tupper
May 1, 1935 - November 22, 2015
Resided in Salinas, CA
Our sweet and loving wife, mother and grandmother, Elouise (Boots) Tupper, passed away peacefully at the age of 80, on November 22, 2015. She was surrounded by her family.
Boots, the eldest of four, was born on May 1, 1935, in Elton, La, to Clyde and Aline LaFleur. Boots and her two daughters moved to Salinas in 1970. Shortly after coming to California, Boots began working at McCormick Schilling, where she had a rewarding 33 year career, most of which were in management.
She loved many forms of crafting and antiquing with her husband, but her greatest passion was her family. Throughout her life Boots gave of herself to those in need, setting an example to all those who loved her.
She is survived by her husband Jerome Tal, and daughters Jovita (Gregg) Hilliker, of Prunedale, Melissa (Mike) Parker, of Auburn, 11 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren, and 2 step daughters, Laurette and Rani.
A Funeral Service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Friday, December 4, 2015 at Struve and Laporte Chapel, 41 W. San Luis St. Salinas, CA. 93901.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Lewy Body Dementia Association. LBDA.org.
Our family would like to thank the hardworking caregivers at Songbird care home, for their kindness.
Jose G. Aguirre
March 27, 1929 - November 29, 2015
Resided in Salinas, CA
Jose G. Aguirre, 86, of Salinas passed away Sunday, November 29, 2015. He was born March 27, 1929 in Thermal, CA.
Joe came to the Salinas Valley at the age of 12. He spoke proudly of the adventures he experienced during his service in Korea with the Armed Forces and the places he worked.
He started at Spreckels Sugar, then Kaiser Aluminum, National Refractories and his final retirement at Discovery Charters in 2014 at the age of 85.
Papa Joe enjoyed watching all sports. His favorite was football. He also enjoyed his barbecues with family and friends, always ready for his Rib-Eye Steaks and Ribs.
Joe is survived by his wife of 48 years, Pompeya Aguirre of Salinas, children, Emma, Joseph, Maria, Rosemarie, Elsa, Juan (Abby), and numerous grandchildren.
Funeral Mass will be held 10:00a.m. Saturday, December 5, 2015 at Sacred Heart Church, 22 Stone Street Salinas, Ca. 93901. With Military Honors to follow.
Millicent "Millie" Rose
September 3, 1921 - November 29, 2015
Resided in Salinas, CA
On November 29, 2015 Millicent "Millie" Rose, age 94, of Salinas passed away peacefully and went home to be with her Lord, Jesus Christ.
Millie was born in Hanford, California on September 3, 1921. She graduated from Beauty School in 1941 and worked as a beautician for several years. She met and married the love of her life, Frank, in 1943 and worked with him farming until they retired in 1982. After the death of her husband of 58 years, Millie became very involved and loved working as a volunteer at the American Cancer Society Discovery Shop.
She is survived by her son, David (Kathy) Rose of Salinas, Vickie (Andy) Pomo of Salinas and Frances (Steve) Chaney of Coeur d' Alene, Idaho; eight grandchildren and twelve great-grandchildren.
Millie's greatest joy in her life was spending time with her family and friends. Her home was always a gathering place and everyone was always welcomed.
Visitation will be held from 1:00p.m. to 5:00p.m. Friday, December 4, 2015, at Struve and Laporte Chapel, 41 W. San Luis Street, Salinas, CA. 93901.
A Memorial Mass will be held at 1:00 p.m. Saturday, December 5, 2015 at Madonna Del Sasso Catholic Church, 320 E. Laurel Dr., Salinas.
A reception and Celebration of Life will follow after Mass at the Salinas Elks Lodge, 614 Airport Blvd, Salinas, CA. 93901.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the VNA/Hospice, 45 Plaza Cr. #101, Salinas, CA 93901
Ann Teresa Olihovik
March 18, 1923 - December 1, 2015
Resided in Salinas, CA
Ann Olihovik, 92, of Salinas passed away Tuesday, December 1, 2015. She joined her loving husband John In heaven. Ann was born March 18, 1923 in Monchengladbach, Germany to Johann and Leonie Osberg.
Ann moved to Monterey County in 1960 via John"s final Military assignment in Ft. Ord, California. Within a few years, the family was settled into Ann's pride and joy, her brand new Harrod-built house in Salinas. Her hobbies included bingo games and casino trips, with stories of wins and jackpots that always brought a glimmer to her eyes. Another source of happiness to Ann was her many years selling dresses at the Emporium Department Store in Salinas. In addition to clothes being her passion, she loved to travel. The most special journeys were always the ones that included a visit with family in Germany.
Not only was Ann preceded in death by her loving husband here in the States, she endured the difficult losses of siblings and extended family members from her homeland over the years. Her sole surviving sister, Hilde Breitkreuz, was always in her thoughts.
Ann is also survived by five daughters: Loni Gattis of San Jose, Erika Lipscomb (Lou) of Salinas, Grace Trenerry (Bill) of Folsom, Linda Smith (Ed) of Placerville, and Teresa Puck (Douglas) of Salinas. She also leaves behind seven grandchildren and three great-grandchildren, her niece Giesla and great-nephew Sascha from Germany, and her nephew Wally Olihovik from Alexandria, VA.
The Olihovik Family sends a sincere thank you to Ann's VNA team and her nursing staff at SVMH for their excellent care and compassion. Thank you Dr. Carlson for your professionalism during our difficult time.
Visitation will be held from11:00a.m. to 12:00p.m. Sunday, December 6, 2015 at Struve and Laporte Chapel, 41 W. San Luis St. Salinas, CA 93901.
Funeral service will be held at 12:00 p.m. Sunday, December 6, 2015, at Struve and Laporte Chapel, 41 W. San Luis St., Salinas, CA 93901
Burial to follow at Garden of Memories, 850 Abbott St., Salinas, CA 93901
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the VNA/Hospice or the American Cancer Society.
Janet Marie Espinola Pessagno
November 24, 1955 - December 5, 2015
Resided in Salinas, CA
Janet Marie Espinola Pessagno, 60, of Salinas passed away peacefully on Saturday, December 5, 2015 at Salinas Valley Memorial Hospital, surrounded by her family. She was born November 24, 1955 in Santa Clara to George and Alice Espinola.
Janet was a skilled professor, active community member, and, most important, a loving mother, daughter, sibling, and friend. She was an English professor at Hartnell College for almost 30 years, teaching thousands of local students and receiving, among numerous other awards, the 2007 Ercia Harden Teaching Excellence Award, an honor recognizing top instructors in Monterey County. She also served as a Senator on Hartnell's Academic Senate, an active member of the Basic Skills Initiative Committee, an advisor to the Phi Theta Kappa Honors Program, and an avid contributor to the school through Federal Title 5 Grant work.
In addition to being a talented English grammarian and linguist, she was fluent in Portuguese and Spanish and spent two years in Spain. She loved to cook—always interested in new recipes from the Food Network channel—and she loved even more the sights, sounds, and smells of family and friends gathering for a meal. Her four sons were her center. She volunteered tirelessly for her sons' school activities, Catechism classes, and Boy Scouts outings; she covered hundreds of their essays and articles in "red ink, " with a careful eye for the most minute detail and endless patience to explain the corrections; and, as the only woman of the house, she cooked for, cleaned, and supported a household of six. She was a proud "Portagee" and "Minha" to many. She loved to dance to Gloria Estefan and listen to Johnny Mathis, and she knew how to make even the simplest lunch sandwiches taste delicious.
Janet graduated from San Jose State University in 1979 with a B.A. in Spanish (Language Arts and Literature) and a minor in Linguistics, studying abroad at the University of Madrid from 1977 to 1978. She graduated from San Jose State University in 1980 with a Master of Arts in Linguistics and an emphasis on Teaching English. Almost 20 years later, while raising four sons and commuting from Salinas, she obtained a Master of Arts Certificate in English Composition from San Francisco State University in 1998. In her early career after school, she taught at Evergreen Valley College in San Jose and taught ESL students in Santa Clara County schools.
Janet is survived by her four sons, Anthony, Stephen, Robert, and John; her mother, Alice; her brothers, Doug, John, and Steve; and her sister, Joanne. She is preceded in death by her father, George (Sr.); her brother, George (Jr.); and the father of her sons, Steve.
Visitation will be held from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Thursday, December 10, 2015 at Struve and Laporte Chapel, 41 W. San Luis Street, Salinas, CA. 93901.
Rosary will be held at 7:00 p.m., Thursday, December 10, at Struve and Laporte Funeral Chapel, 41 W. San Luis Street, Salinas, CA 93901.
Funeral Mass will be held at 1:30 p.m. on Friday, December 11 at the Sacred Heart Parish, 22 Stone Street, Salinas, CA 93901,
With a reception to follow at the parish's hall. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Janet's name to the Hartnell College Foundation, 411 Central Avenue Salinas, CA 93901, or to the donor's favorite charity.
Shirley Ann Lewis
October 21, 1931 - September 18, 2015
Resided in Salinas, CA
Shirley A. Lewis, born October 21, 1931 in Johnson City, NY to Edward Travis and Charlotte Slocum Travis, went to join her beloved husband in heaven on September 18, 2015.
Shirley was a member of the Company "C" First Battalion Women's Army Corps. She moved to Salinas in 1957 and enjoyed a long and full life. Shirley retired from Wells Fargo Bank after 31 years of service. She was a member of the Elks, American Legion Post 31 Auxiliary, member and volunteer of Active Seniors, Inc., two local bunco groups and a social club called Ladies Drinking Society (LDS)
She was preceded in death by her parents, her loving husband, Edward Lewis, two brothers, Donald Travis and William Travis, and two sisters, Dorothy Travis and Carolyn Travis. She is survived by her two children, Cheryl (Dwayne) Michael of Fresno and Bryan Lewis of Salinas. Six grandchildren and six great-grandchildren and her cat, Lucky.
Shirley enjoyed traveling, dancing, reading, gardening, cooking and entertaining. She will be missed tremendously by all of her family and friends.
Visitation will be held from 5:00 to 9:00 p.m. Friday, October 2, 2015, at Struve and Laporte Chapel, 41 W. San Luis St., Salinas, CA 93901.
Funeral Services will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, October 3, 2015, at Struve and Laporte Chapel.
A Celebration of Life will be held from 12:00 to 4:00 p.m. Saturday, October 3, 2015, at Elks Lodge, 614 Airport Blvd., Salinas, CA 93905.
In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the American Cancer Society or the SPCA of Monterey County.
