Joseph Merrill Clapsaddle passed away peacefully on February 10, 2024, at the Country Villa Terrace skilled nursing facility in Los Angeles, California after a tragic series of events following an assault. Joe, as he is known to friends, graduated from Shortridge High School in Indianapolis, Indiana before continuing his studies at DePauw University, where he received his bachelor’s degree in English. Following this achievement, Joe went on to receive a master’s degree in...

On January 20, 2024, Theodora “Teddy” Kurkchiev, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend passed away unexpectedly from heart failure at the age of 73. Theodora was born in Debnevo, Bulgaria, and grew up in the scenic mountain town of Troyan. She had a happy, idyllic childhood surrounded by family and friends. She was a bright student and star athlete, participating in track and basketball. She was passionate about art and taught herself to draw as a young...

Luis Otazu, 64, of Pasadena, CA, went home to be with the Lord on December 29, 2023.  Luis was born in Quezon City, Philippines in 1959 to Luis Otazu, Sr. and Elvira Otazu. He attended Eleanor Toll Middle School and Herbert Hoover High before majoring in 2D Graphic Arts at Cal State Northridge. Luis had a gentle, quiet spirit, and he was unselfish, with full of love to give. Luis married the love of his life, Rowenna, on August 25, 1990 in Lakewood, California. Luis and Rowenna loved...

Dr. Gary Cirami was a beloved Father, Husband, Son, Brother, Doctor, and friend.   Born on Valentine’s Day in Brooklyn New York, in 1947 the eldest of 3 sons born to Don and Gloria Cirami. He was a bright student who loved Basketball, Cars, Books, the Cinema, Art, the Beach, and his Family. He excelled scholastically and was a Mensa member.  He was also a gifted poet, and artist which later contributed to his artistry as a highly sought-after Beverly Hills Plastic...

Helen Marie Hegge, 68, died peacefully at home in San Pedro on November 8, 2023, after a long illness. Helen was born as Helen Marie Licciardello on June 27, 1955, in Whittier, CA to Stephen and Barbara Licciardello. Her father would later change the family name to Lacie.   Helen grew up with her family in San Pedro. She graduated from San Pedro High School, where she ran cross-country and developed a lifelong passion for running. She attended Sonoma State College, where she earned a...

Eugene A. Bambic, 90, of Los Angeles, California went to Heaven on October 31, 2023, surrounded by members of his family. Gene was born on March 25, 1933, in Kansas City, Missouri to August and Kathryn Mertz Bambic. He attended Rockhurst High School in Kansas City, Missouri, where he played football and graduated from the University of Central Missouri in 1954. Gene joined the Marines at the age of 18 and went into active service at Quantico, Virginia the same year he graduated from UCM....

Melanie Cleveland was born 11/8/1959 in Ness City, Kansas to Dean and Shirley Rauch and went to the arms of Jesus on 10/21/2023. Melanie is survived by her mother Shirley Rauch, her three sons Joshua, Jeremiah, and Jacob Cleveland, as well as five grandchildren Haley, Bradley, Heidi, Gwendolyn, and JD Cleveland. Melanie was highly beloved by friends and family alike. She was a loving grandmother, mother, daughter, sister and loyal friend. She was also one heck of a great cook. She loved...

Rex Ezell Morton, 97, beloved husband, father, and grandfather, died peacefully at his home in Costa Mesa, California on October 2, 2023. Born November 15, 1925 in Slick, Oklahoma to Alva David and Minnie Ezell Morton, he graduated from Little Rock High School in 1943 and served in the Air Force in Okinawa, Japan during World War II and stateside during the Korean War. Rex graduated with a degree in architecture from The University of Oklahoma and began his architecture career in Oklahoma...

John "Jack" Garbin, 86, of Los Angeles, CA, passed away on September 18, 2023. Born on March 28, 1937, in Torrington, CT, Jack was an adventurous and loyal individual who had a deep love for animals, particularly dogs. In his youth, Jack wanted to become an actor. So after graduating from the American Academy of Dramatic Arts in New York City, he packed up his Volkswagen Beetle and headed west. But, like so many others, stardom eluded him. So he changed course and became a...