Memorials
Scott Burke
Birth Date:
1960-05-12
Deceased Date:
2019-04-13
Obituary:
Scott lived his life to the fullest embodying the philosophy that “It’s not the years in your life that matter, but the life in your years.”
He had a larger than life personality lighting up a room when he entered fresh off adventures from skydiving to motorcycle racing to scuba diving ... always armed with a quick comeback, or clever impression ... sharing his infectious laughter and leaving us wanting more. He had the palate of a gourmand, an artist’s tasteful eye for design and an unwavering drive to seek out excellence and share it.
He was all of that and more - wrapped in a generous, loving heart ... taken too soon, leaving us wonderful memories ... and wanting more.
On April 13, 2019 after a long, brave battle against ALS, our beautiful Scott went to sleep for the last time.
Scott is survived by his wife Caren and son Jack, Parents Gail & Steve Burke, Sister Rachel and brother Gabe.
Scott lived his life to the fullest embodying the philosophy that “It’s not the years in your life that matter, but the life in your years.”
He had a larger than life personality lighting up a room when he entered fresh off adventures from skydiving to motorcycle racing to scuba diving ... always armed with a quick comeback, or clever impression ... sharing his infectious laughter and leaving us wanting more. He had the palate of a gourmand, an artist’s tasteful eye for design and an unwavering drive to seek out excellence and share it.
He was all of that and more - wrapped in a generous, loving heart ... taken too soon, leaving us wonderful memories ... and wanting more.
On April 13, 2019 after a long, brave battle against ALS, our beautiful Scott went to sleep for the last time.
Scott is survived by his wife Caren and son Jack, Parents Gail & Steve Burke, Sister Rachel and brother Gabe.
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Cabot B. Caldwell
Birth Date:
1960-11-11
Deceased Date:
2002-08-17
Obituary:
Cabot Breckenridge Caldwell passed away in Chicago, Illinois at the age of 41. Born in Orinda, CA, Cabot began his professional career as a broker with Merrill Lynch on the Options floor of the Pacific Stock Exchange in San Francisco before moving on to Group One Trading. He was promoted by the company to manage their Chicago office at the Chicago Board Options Exchange and was eventually made a partner with the firm. In 2000 he realized a long -held dream of starting his own options trading company, Kovell Caldwell, with an old friend and former colleague. Cabot was an active member of numerous management and oversight committees for both the PSE and the CBOE.
He is survived by his mother Sandra Brose Caldwell of Orinda, Robert Breckenridge Caldwell III of San Francisco, his brothers Stephen Brose Caldwell and Zachary Russell Caldwell, his uncle Barry Brose of Piedmont, and his former wife Inger Juhl Caldwell.
Viewing at Hull's Walnut Creek Chapel on August 18, 1-5 PM. Services to be held Monday August 19 at 3:00 PM, St. Stephens Church, 66 St. Stephens Drive, Orinda. In lieu of flower donations may be made to the Delancey Street Foundation, 600 The Embarcadero, San Francisco, CA 94107.
Published in East Bay Times on Aug. 17, 2002
Cabot Breckenridge Caldwell passed away in Chicago, Illinois at the age of 41. Born in Orinda, CA, Cabot began his professional career as a broker with Merrill Lynch on the Options floor of the Pacific Stock Exchange in San Francisco before moving on to Group One Trading. He was promoted by the company to manage their Chicago office at the Chicago Board Options Exchange and was eventually made a partner with the firm. In 2000 he realized a long -held dream of starting his own options trading company, Kovell Caldwell, with an old friend and former colleague. Cabot was an active member of numerous management and oversight committees for both the PSE and the CBOE.
He is survived by his mother Sandra Brose Caldwell of Orinda, Robert Breckenridge Caldwell III of San Francisco, his brothers Stephen Brose Caldwell and Zachary Russell Caldwell, his uncle Barry Brose of Piedmont, and his former wife Inger Juhl Caldwell.
Viewing at Hull's Walnut Creek Chapel on August 18, 1-5 PM. Services to be held Monday August 19 at 3:00 PM, St. Stephens Church, 66 St. Stephens Drive, Orinda. In lieu of flower donations may be made to the Delancey Street Foundation, 600 The Embarcadero, San Francisco, CA 94107.
Published in East Bay Times on Aug. 17, 2002
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Barbara Carpenter
Birth Date:
1959-09-07
Deceased Date:
2000-12-20
Obituary:
A great friend to many and a woman of superior character and integrity, passed away on December 20, 2000 at the age of 41. Barbara was born in San Francisco on September 7, 1959. She was a cystic fibrosis patient and received a bi-lateral lung transplant in 1997, which allowed her the freedom to travel and work part time for the Foundation as a Special Events Coordinator. Her true love and inspiration was found in creating mixed media art and her love for travel and meeting people. The friends and family whose lives she touched will miss her zest for life, ability to make us laugh and determination to live everyday to its fullest. She is survived by her animals – Hershel – pot-bellied pig, Lenny – mix-bred puppy, Russell Meers – Fiancé, Roger Carpenter – father and David Carpenter – brother. A celebration memorial will be held on January 6, 2001 at 1:00 p.m., at the Christian Community Church, 155 Moraga Road, Moraga, CA. In lieu of flowers , donations to honor her memory should be sent to Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, 417 Montgomery Street, Suite 404, San Francisco, CA 94101.
A great friend to many and a woman of superior character and integrity, passed away on December 20, 2000 at the age of 41. Barbara was born in San Francisco on September 7, 1959. She was a cystic fibrosis patient and received a bi-lateral lung transplant in 1997, which allowed her the freedom to travel and work part time for the Foundation as a Special Events Coordinator. Her true love and inspiration was found in creating mixed media art and her love for travel and meeting people. The friends and family whose lives she touched will miss her zest for life, ability to make us laugh and determination to live everyday to its fullest. She is survived by her animals – Hershel – pot-bellied pig, Lenny – mix-bred puppy, Russell Meers – Fiancé, Roger Carpenter – father and David Carpenter – brother. A celebration memorial will be held on January 6, 2001 at 1:00 p.m., at the Christian Community Church, 155 Moraga Road, Moraga, CA. In lieu of flowers , donations to honor her memory should be sent to Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, 417 Montgomery Street, Suite 404, San Francisco, CA 94101.
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Mark Conover
Birth Date:
1960-05-28
Deceased Date:
2022-04-26
There are currently no tributes.
John Curtis
Birth Date:
1960-09-09
Deceased Date:
2014-11-19
Obituary:
After 54 active and wonderful years, John Curtis passed away November 19, 2014 while abalone diving on the Sonoma coast. He shared his passion for life with his large family and legion of friends.
John was born and raised in Orinda, California to Dr. Thomas and Leota (Sis) Curtis. He attended Miramonte high where he received all league recognition in wrestling. During high school John became a competitive cyclist, and continued racing while attending college at Cal Poly San Luis Obispo. John earned his degree in manufacturing engineering and had numerous technology jobs in the Bay Area. He married Melanie Thompson in 1994. Daughter Mattea arrived in 1996, followed by son Wyatt in 1998. In 2005 he moved his family to Grass Valley, to better pursue his passion for the outdoors. He became a successful businessman, founding Grass Roots Property Management.
John had an enthusiasm for life that was infectious, a warm-hearted sense of generosity, and a mischievous twinkle in his eyes that endeared him to all that knew him. John lived life to its fullest, always pushing himself to the limit. John raced everything: cars, mountain bikes, road bikes, motorcycles. He was an accomplished skier and windsurfer. He shared his passions with a wide group of relatives and friends. In 1997, he and his two brothers placed second in the National Team Triathlon competition at Donner Lake.
John treasured every day and he tragically passed away doing something he loved. We will all miss him but are thankful for the joy, excitement and work/life perspective he added to our lives.
John is survived by his wife Melly; daughter Mattea; and son Wyatt of Grass Valley; his mother Leota (Sis) Curtis of Orinda; brother Don Curtis of Alameda; sister Lindy Curtis Silk of Pleasanton; and brother Jim Curtis of Lafayette, as well as dozens of nieces, nephews and cousins.
After 54 active and wonderful years, John Curtis passed away November 19, 2014 while abalone diving on the Sonoma coast. He shared his passion for life with his large family and legion of friends.
John was born and raised in Orinda, California to Dr. Thomas and Leota (Sis) Curtis. He attended Miramonte high where he received all league recognition in wrestling. During high school John became a competitive cyclist, and continued racing while attending college at Cal Poly San Luis Obispo. John earned his degree in manufacturing engineering and had numerous technology jobs in the Bay Area. He married Melanie Thompson in 1994. Daughter Mattea arrived in 1996, followed by son Wyatt in 1998. In 2005 he moved his family to Grass Valley, to better pursue his passion for the outdoors. He became a successful businessman, founding Grass Roots Property Management.
John had an enthusiasm for life that was infectious, a warm-hearted sense of generosity, and a mischievous twinkle in his eyes that endeared him to all that knew him. John lived life to its fullest, always pushing himself to the limit. John raced everything: cars, mountain bikes, road bikes, motorcycles. He was an accomplished skier and windsurfer. He shared his passions with a wide group of relatives and friends. In 1997, he and his two brothers placed second in the National Team Triathlon competition at Donner Lake.
John treasured every day and he tragically passed away doing something he loved. We will all miss him but are thankful for the joy, excitement and work/life perspective he added to our lives.
John is survived by his wife Melly; daughter Mattea; and son Wyatt of Grass Valley; his mother Leota (Sis) Curtis of Orinda; brother Don Curtis of Alameda; sister Lindy Curtis Silk of Pleasanton; and brother Jim Curtis of Lafayette, as well as dozens of nieces, nephews and cousins.
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Michael Driver
Birth Date:
1960-12-07
Deceased Date:
2006-01-30
There are currently no tributes.
Donna Mae Dunn (Barber)
Birth Date:
1959-12-12
Paula Everist-Terry
- April 20th, 2022
I am heartbroken to hear about Donna's passing! She helped me adjust to Miramonte after my family moved to the area and enrolled me as a Freshman in 1974. I knew not a sole and Donna was the first person to welcome me! She made sure I didn't eat alone, and was always available to help fill the void of loneliness from being "The New Kid" and ignored by most! Incredibly compassionate and made me feel less alone! We sporadically kept in touch and at one devastating time in my life back in 2005 she once again was there for me! After that we lost contact and though she frequently crossed my mind, I believed we'd reunite at some point! This is quite devastating for me! She was a kind, considerate, loyal and compassionate lady! She will live on in my heart forever! RIP beautiful Donna â
Sandy First
Birth Date:
1960-09-01
There are currently no tributes.
Chris Furay
Birth Date:
1960-08-30
Deceased Date:
1993-04-30
There are currently no tributes.
Robert (Bob) Giesecke
Birth Date:
1960-04-05
Deceased Date:
2000-07-05
Jacquie Guzzo
- February 20th, 2018
Talk about a fun loving, all round nice guy! Remembering Bob fondly....
Michael Harris
Birth Date:
1960-06-26
Deceased Date:
2021-01-18
Lisa Tomfohrde Palmer
- August 29th, 2021
Sadly we lost our classmate Michael Harris this year. I can still picture him throwing the frisbee on the front lawn at Miramonte.
Michael lived in Oregon surrounded by many lakes where he enjoyed fishing. He also loved to write and he was good at it!
Unfortunately he suffered from MS. He was in hospice when he passed. It was COPD at the end though.
He has been in my memories on Facebook many times since passing. Always happy memories.
He will be missed.
John Helms
Birth Date:
1960-05-01
Deceased Date:
2007-01-30
Gregory Lamb
- March 9th, 2021
As I remember John from our years at IVI and Miramonte, he was a quiet gentleman. He was a thinker and I so wished to have gotten to know him better. He was an excellent representative of our generation.
Karen Herrerias
Birth Date:
1960-04-22
Deceased Date:
1991-10-10
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Dick Hodge
Birth Date:
1960-04-09
Deceased Date:
2001-03-15
Obituary:
From the July/August 2001 issue of the Stanford Alumni magazine:
Robert Richard "Dick" Hodge, '82, of San Francisco, March 15, at 40, of a heart attack. An economics major, he was a member of Kappa Alpha and the swim team. After earning an MBA from UC-Berkeley, he worked as a financial executive and, later, as a business reporter for the Napa Valley Register. He also worked as an acquisitions consultant for Sunrise Assisted Living. Survivors: his parents, Tony, '56, and Edie; and two sisters, Jane Athanasa
From the July/August 2001 issue of the Stanford Alumni magazine:
Robert Richard "Dick" Hodge, '82, of San Francisco, March 15, at 40, of a heart attack. An economics major, he was a member of Kappa Alpha and the swim team. After earning an MBA from UC-Berkeley, he worked as a financial executive and, later, as a business reporter for the Napa Valley Register. He also worked as an acquisitions consultant for Sunrise Assisted Living. Survivors: his parents, Tony, '56, and Edie; and two sisters, Jane Athanasa
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Rebekah Kaplan
Birth Date:
1960-01-04
Deceased Date:
2021-11-16
There are currently no tributes.
Brad Kerth
Birth Date:
1960-10-22
Deceased Date:
2007-05-15
There are currently no tributes.
Michael Kolkhorst
Birth Date:
1960-09-30
Deceased Date:
1996-05-27
Chris Hoot
- April 30th, 2019
I walk by the house the Mike Kolkhorst grew up in, two to four to six times a day; it all depends on how many walks Hobie the dog can get out of me in a day. Mike was one of the first kids my age I met when we moved to Orinda from Indiana. There were a bunch of kids on Crestview at that time, Mike was easy to find, he was tall, Mike was always tall, he liked cars, muscle cars and hot rods, he was the youngest in his family by more than a couple of years.
Looking back and thinking of growing up with him I would say Mike drifted. He took longer to find his place. It was that way through high school.
Then in 1979 things changed for Mike. Mark Ellsworth was class of 79, after graduation there was a senior trip to Hawaii, while their Mark chased a Frisbee off of a breakwater and returned home confined to a wheel chair.
When we were younger Mike picked on Mark, heck he picked on a couple of us, but it seemed to be Mark the most. When Mark returned something clicked in Mike, he went from being the protagonist to being the protector. He became the one to always stop by, Mike would take him all around in a big van equipped to handle Marks wheel chair, Mike would keep him included, it is as if he stopped being angry and started living and appreciating.
I don’t think Mike graduated with us, I remember my mom saying something about Mike completing his GED. Whatever it was there became a passion in Mike. He studied and became a paramedic a first responder. He had found his place.
At our ten-year Mike was there with his girlfriend (maybe fiancée). He was living and working in Stockton, he had gotten happy and he had gotten bigger as his frame filled out. Think Grizzly Adams only hairier and bigger. But most of all he had found his place.
Five years later as I heard it Mike was breaking up a fight and was stabbed. I keep thinking he was breaking up the fight. He was the peacemaker.
We all take different paths, something that resonated between Mike and Mark opened Mike up to his.
Every day I take Hobie for a walk, we walk in front of the Ellsworth’s and then in front of the Kolkhorst’s. And without thinking I tell the dog the story of Mike and Mark. I am pretty sure Hobie thinks he knows them by know. I know I am glad I did. God’s grace Mike and God’s grace to you Mark.
Alden (Lofty) Lofquist
Birth Date:
1959-11-25
Deceased Date:
2014-01-25
Obituary:
Alden Lofquist
Nov. 25, 1959 - Jan. 25, 2014
Resident of Alamo, CA.
A Celebration of Life will be held for Alden Lofquist at 1:00 p.m. on March 22, 2014 at Community Presbyterian Church, 222 W. El Pintado, Danville, CA. For further details, see www.rememberingalden.com.
Alden Lofquist
Nov. 25, 1959 - Jan. 25, 2014
Resident of Alamo, CA.
A Celebration of Life will be held for Alden Lofquist at 1:00 p.m. on March 22, 2014 at Community Presbyterian Church, 222 W. El Pintado, Danville, CA. For further details, see www.rememberingalden.com.
Gregory Lamb
- March 9th, 2021
I knew Lofty since 5th grade. He was one of my besties most interested in nature and science. We crossed paths in our adult years post 911 in Washington D.C. Lofty was a brilliant scientist who contributed to the advancement and protection of our country serving behind the scenes, but not unnoticed. His humor came across in code. If you got it, he got you. Nuff said! I miss him.
Genny (Temple) Gorski
- August 4th, 2018
Lofty (as I knew him, since first grade at Del Rey Elementary School) and I became reunited in Alamo, California, when we found out through our children we were next door neighbors! In fact we attended the last high school renion together. I knew him well as a child, but better as an adult. He was a gentle, loving father of two wonderful children. We spent many evenings together at each other's home. Our children went to school together, and we switched off babysitting. My husband remodled/built his home in Alamo.
Always presenting a positive outlook, he could make you laugh when you felt like crying. He was a kind, spiritual person, taken too soon. It seems as though I just found out he was ill and then he was gone. I miss him more than words can express. God bless him and his family.
Katherine Luecker
Birth Date:
1959-12-12
Deceased Date:
2015-01-27
Obituary:
Luecker, Katherine Zuleme 55 Dec. 12, 1959 Jan. 27, 2015 Kathie was a resident of Oakland, Calif., and formerly of Portland. Kathie Luecker passed away peacefully at home in California with family and friends by her side after a yearlong battle with ovarian cancer. She was 55 years of age. Kathie was born in Oakland and grew up in Orinda, Calif., and attended Miramonte High School (1978). After high school, Kathie attended Oregon State University (1983), where she was a member of Delta Gamma Sorority. A competitive swimmer in her youth, Kathie went on to work and become part owner in the family swimming pool business, Lincoln Aquatics, which has grown to be a national supplier. Kathie spent 18 years of her career (1983 to 2000) in sales for Lincoln Aquatics, covering the Pacific Northwest territory. Her strong work ethic and ability to effortlessly build relationships with both employees and customers was remarkable. A gracious and hospitable hostess, Kathie frequently entertained family and friends in her beautiful Northeast Portland home. She was a friend to everyone she met and loved to guide friends and family to local restaurants, hiking, skiing, snowshoeing and other various activities in Oregon. In 2007, Kathie moved to Oakland where she purchased a lovely home in the Oakland Hills. It was a highlight for Kathie to entertain friends on her deck overlooking the San Francisco Bay. She also loved to travel and experience the local culture on her adventures. Her quick wit and fun sense of humor brought much laughter to those in her life as did her true heartfelt desire to share her life with others. Kathie's love for experiencing life and creating treasured memories is a legacy imprinted on all the hearts of those who were blessed by her friendship. Kathie was preceded in death by her parents, William Luecker and Mary Jane Luecker of Orinda. Kathie is survived by her brother, Charles Luecker of Moraga, Calif., and his wife, Laurie Luecker; nephews, Geoffrey Luecker (Stephani) of Napa, Calif., Michael Luecker of Moraga, Jason (Kayla) Luecker of Prineville and Brandon Luecker of Moraga; and comforting Collie, Chance. A celebration of life will be held at 2 p.m. Monday, March 2, 2015, at The World Forestry Center, Miller Hall, 4033 S.W. Canyon Road, Portland, OR 97221. In lieu of flowers, please make donations in Kathie's name to the Ovarian Cancer Alliance of Oregon & Southwest Washington, PMB 243, Suite 103, 16420 S.E. McGillivray, Vancouver, WA 98683-3461.
Luecker, Katherine Zuleme 55 Dec. 12, 1959 Jan. 27, 2015 Kathie was a resident of Oakland, Calif., and formerly of Portland. Kathie Luecker passed away peacefully at home in California with family and friends by her side after a yearlong battle with ovarian cancer. She was 55 years of age. Kathie was born in Oakland and grew up in Orinda, Calif., and attended Miramonte High School (1978). After high school, Kathie attended Oregon State University (1983), where she was a member of Delta Gamma Sorority. A competitive swimmer in her youth, Kathie went on to work and become part owner in the family swimming pool business, Lincoln Aquatics, which has grown to be a national supplier. Kathie spent 18 years of her career (1983 to 2000) in sales for Lincoln Aquatics, covering the Pacific Northwest territory. Her strong work ethic and ability to effortlessly build relationships with both employees and customers was remarkable. A gracious and hospitable hostess, Kathie frequently entertained family and friends in her beautiful Northeast Portland home. She was a friend to everyone she met and loved to guide friends and family to local restaurants, hiking, skiing, snowshoeing and other various activities in Oregon. In 2007, Kathie moved to Oakland where she purchased a lovely home in the Oakland Hills. It was a highlight for Kathie to entertain friends on her deck overlooking the San Francisco Bay. She also loved to travel and experience the local culture on her adventures. Her quick wit and fun sense of humor brought much laughter to those in her life as did her true heartfelt desire to share her life with others. Kathie's love for experiencing life and creating treasured memories is a legacy imprinted on all the hearts of those who were blessed by her friendship. Kathie was preceded in death by her parents, William Luecker and Mary Jane Luecker of Orinda. Kathie is survived by her brother, Charles Luecker of Moraga, Calif., and his wife, Laurie Luecker; nephews, Geoffrey Luecker (Stephani) of Napa, Calif., Michael Luecker of Moraga, Jason (Kayla) Luecker of Prineville and Brandon Luecker of Moraga; and comforting Collie, Chance. A celebration of life will be held at 2 p.m. Monday, March 2, 2015, at The World Forestry Center, Miller Hall, 4033 S.W. Canyon Road, Portland, OR 97221. In lieu of flowers, please make donations in Kathie's name to the Ovarian Cancer Alliance of Oregon & Southwest Washington, PMB 243, Suite 103, 16420 S.E. McGillivray, Vancouver, WA 98683-3461.
Ken McCormick
- May 9th, 2018
It never makes sense when someone so kind and loving passes away before their time. Kathie is missed by many of us who loved her dearly. I miss her as my next door neighbor, friend, and kindred spirit. My wife and I still think of her dearly.
Jacquie Guzzo
- February 20th, 2018
Kathie knew how to make me smile. Could it be she really cared about everyone she met? She had a way of making one feel special. Remembering her fondly....
Susan Lundahl
Birth Date:
1960-06-27
Deceased Date:
2014-05-11
There are currently no tributes.
Julie McCosker (Hayes)
Birth Date:
1960-02-03
Deceased Date:
2017-02-12
Obituary:
Julie Ann McCosker Hayes passed away suddenly at the age of 57 after a year of courageously fighting cancer.
Julie grew up in Orinda, Calif., graduated from Santa Clara University and married her high school sweetheart. An aesthetician and massage therapist by trade, she dedicated her life to healing and helping others.
Julie had a thirst for life and love of trying new things that led her to tackle the world of ballroom dance in her late thirties. With elegance, strength and fierce determination, she became a national champion and represented the United States at the World Championship in 2004, 2005 and 2006.
Julie was a bright light that illuminated every room she entered and will be very dearly missed. She is survived by her parents David and Sharon, her brothers Brian and Kevin, her sister Kelly, her two beloved daughters Allie and Jenny, and granddaughters (Lyra and Jenny's soon-to-be daughter).
A funeral mass for Julie will be held at Santa Maria Catholic Church, 40 Santa Maria Way in Orinda on Friday, February 10 at 10:30am. Reception immediately following in the church hall. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to the Women's Cancer Fund or Cancer Research Institute.
Julie Ann McCosker Hayes passed away suddenly at the age of 57 after a year of courageously fighting cancer.
Julie grew up in Orinda, Calif., graduated from Santa Clara University and married her high school sweetheart. An aesthetician and massage therapist by trade, she dedicated her life to healing and helping others.
Julie had a thirst for life and love of trying new things that led her to tackle the world of ballroom dance in her late thirties. With elegance, strength and fierce determination, she became a national champion and represented the United States at the World Championship in 2004, 2005 and 2006.
Julie was a bright light that illuminated every room she entered and will be very dearly missed. She is survived by her parents David and Sharon, her brothers Brian and Kevin, her sister Kelly, her two beloved daughters Allie and Jenny, and granddaughters (Lyra and Jenny's soon-to-be daughter).
A funeral mass for Julie will be held at Santa Maria Catholic Church, 40 Santa Maria Way in Orinda on Friday, February 10 at 10:30am. Reception immediately following in the church hall. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to the Women's Cancer Fund or Cancer Research Institute.
There are currently no tributes.
Bob McKeen
Birth Date:
1960-01-14
Deceased Date:
2022-07-30
There are currently no tributes.
Ingrid Mirner
Birth Date:
1960-08-15
Deceased Date:
2011-05-06
Kathryn Paddock
- June 25th, 2018
I loved Ingrid. We were friendly in high school but didn’t really get to know each other until college at UC Berkeley. We found that we had much in common and decided to share a flat. That’s when I got to know the beautiful, insightful and interesting person she was. Her heart and mind were open to the world. As a young child she lived in a Mexican border town before moving to Orinda. In high school she was an AFS student in Kenya. In Berkeley we hosted AFS kids coming from all over for short stays. Her perspective on the world was through a wide lense that embraced the diverse, beautiful and unfamiliar. She loved people; unconventional points of view shared at a table with good food and a glass of wine. Her generous laugh and smile welcomed the world. I loved her aesthetic sensibility that found beauty everywhere. Life with Ingrid was rich. It was fitting that she met Dario, a grad student from Italy and eventually moved to Rome. We lost track of each other after she moved. I’m heartbroken to know that she has passed away.
Jacquie Guzzo
- March 26th, 2018
Always a kind and open heart.
Mark Norton
Birth Date:
1959-11-03
Deceased Date:
2015-04-20
Obituary:
Mark Norton
At about 3am on April 20th, 2015, Mark Gerard Norton was granted peace and passed away with his family at his side at the Enloe Medical Center's Oncology Center.
Born on November 3rd, 1959 in San Francisco, CA; Mark grew up in Orinda, CA. He went on to attend C.S.U. Chico where he was an active member of the Delta Sigma Phi Fraternity. When he was called home to help start a family business, Mark transferred to the College of St. Mary's in Moraga, CA where he was a member of the College's Rugby Club.
Mark enjoyed a successful career in Commercial Real Estate. This started when he was recruited by Bishop Hawk where he quickly demonstrated a knack for selling; becoming the firm's Rookie of the Year in 1984. Considered one of the top producers north of Sacramento, Mark went on to partner with several private real estate companies, including Main & Main Investments, Main & Main Properties, Norton Investments, and Sutter Retail Development Company.
He is survived by his wife Linda of Chico & San Diego, CA; his daughter Kathryn of Chico, CA; his son Brandon of Fairfield, CT; sister Marta and niece Calli Cunningham of Lafayette, CA; brother Michael, sister-in-law Mary, and nieces Michayla and Keara of Basking Ridge, New Jersey; and brother Jeff and sister-in-law Tamara of Pleasant Hill, CA.
Published in San Francisco Chronicle on Apr. 22, 2015
Mark Norton
At about 3am on April 20th, 2015, Mark Gerard Norton was granted peace and passed away with his family at his side at the Enloe Medical Center's Oncology Center.
Born on November 3rd, 1959 in San Francisco, CA; Mark grew up in Orinda, CA. He went on to attend C.S.U. Chico where he was an active member of the Delta Sigma Phi Fraternity. When he was called home to help start a family business, Mark transferred to the College of St. Mary's in Moraga, CA where he was a member of the College's Rugby Club.
Mark enjoyed a successful career in Commercial Real Estate. This started when he was recruited by Bishop Hawk where he quickly demonstrated a knack for selling; becoming the firm's Rookie of the Year in 1984. Considered one of the top producers north of Sacramento, Mark went on to partner with several private real estate companies, including Main & Main Investments, Main & Main Properties, Norton Investments, and Sutter Retail Development Company.
He is survived by his wife Linda of Chico & San Diego, CA; his daughter Kathryn of Chico, CA; his son Brandon of Fairfield, CT; sister Marta and niece Calli Cunningham of Lafayette, CA; brother Michael, sister-in-law Mary, and nieces Michayla and Keara of Basking Ridge, New Jersey; and brother Jeff and sister-in-law Tamara of Pleasant Hill, CA.
Published in San Francisco Chronicle on Apr. 22, 2015
Linda Rumph-Norton
- July 28th, 2018
What an unexpected and amazing surprise to reconnect with Mark almost ten years ago at the Friday Grads Only night. We started dating a few months later and got married in Napa on May 14, 2011, surrounded by his “inner circle” ...much as is it was, but with many more, on April 24, 2015 as we gathered for his “Celebration of Life” at Santa Maria and then Mike & Suzie O’Brien’s home. A celebration of life it was, as our Mark certainly knew how to live life to the fullest, “the most sensitive and misunderstood Norton”, (his words, not mine. ; ), but so true! Mark was so loving and generous, loyal and protective, smart yet self-deprecating, f-ing HILARIOUS, best story-teller, and so many stories to tell...unfortunately his life story was cut short way too soon with the devastating diagnosis of end stage mets renal cancer in March 2014. He fought the battle with amazing grace and humor, never complaining about the pain I knew he was suffering. Mark loved his Katie-Pie and Brandon so much and was an amazing father, so proud of his beautiful kids. I’m so grateful for the 7 years I had the good fortune to be by Mark’s side too. We love and miss you Norty!
Brian Smith
- February 6th, 2018
There was no better friend than Norty. Loyal to the core. A wonderful father and husband. Mark was larger than life and was truly one of a kind. So many of us miss his humor and generosity. But I know he is now in a better place, with a bigger boat, and surely a bigger bar tab.
James (Jim) Nye
Birth Date:
1960-06-19
Deceased Date:
1993-08-20
Chip Millar
- June 6th, 2018
Jimmy made us all feel that life is good. He didn’t look like an athlete but he was. His curve ball wasn’t appreciated by the scouts. He would have been a great politician. Instead Jimmy sold Cadillacs in Berkeley with a vision that “there’s an ass for every seat.” I dragged his butt out bed on his wedding day. He saved my butt many times over. Our days in the Russian river we’re epic. I loved him and still miss him. RIP my friend.
Jon Rockeman
Birth Date:
1960-05-23
Deceased Date:
2014-12-03
Obituary:
Jon Rockeman, 54, a computer information systems entrepreneur and long time resident of San Diego, CA, died on December 3, 2014. Jon is survived by his parents; his wife, Ann (nee' Grant); his children, Ava Grace and Olivia Ann Rockeman; and his sister, Michelle Cavanagh. Jon was born on May 23, 1960 in Chico, CA. He graduated from San Diego State University with a degree in Computer Information Systems and worked in the Computer Software Industry for 30 years. On May 16, 1992, he married Ann Grant. In 1994 and 1997, he welcomed his daughters, Ava and Oliva, who were the most important part of his life. Jon was an avid outdoorsman; finding joy in the mountains of Lake Tahoe since childhood and introducing this love to his family. He traveled the world, climbing the mountains of Lake Shasta to Kilimanjaro. Jon was a problem solver, using the skills of an avid outdoorsman to fix anything from electronics to plumbing. Jon survived and overcame the obstacles of two brain tumor diagnoses; finding purpose in volunteering with the San Diego Brain Tumor Foundation. A Celebration of Life service is scheduled for 2:00 pm on January 2, at the Lomas Santa Fe Country Club in Solana Beach. In lieu of flowers, a donation can be made to the 'Jon Rockeman Memorial Fund' via
Jon Rockeman, 54, a computer information systems entrepreneur and long time resident of San Diego, CA, died on December 3, 2014. Jon is survived by his parents; his wife, Ann (nee' Grant); his children, Ava Grace and Olivia Ann Rockeman; and his sister, Michelle Cavanagh. Jon was born on May 23, 1960 in Chico, CA. He graduated from San Diego State University with a degree in Computer Information Systems and worked in the Computer Software Industry for 30 years. On May 16, 1992, he married Ann Grant. In 1994 and 1997, he welcomed his daughters, Ava and Oliva, who were the most important part of his life. Jon was an avid outdoorsman; finding joy in the mountains of Lake Tahoe since childhood and introducing this love to his family. He traveled the world, climbing the mountains of Lake Shasta to Kilimanjaro. Jon was a problem solver, using the skills of an avid outdoorsman to fix anything from electronics to plumbing. Jon survived and overcame the obstacles of two brain tumor diagnoses; finding purpose in volunteering with the San Diego Brain Tumor Foundation. A Celebration of Life service is scheduled for 2:00 pm on January 2, at the Lomas Santa Fe Country Club in Solana Beach. In lieu of flowers, a donation can be made to the 'Jon Rockeman Memorial Fund' via
Gregory Lamb
- March 9th, 2021
Jon took me in as a friend in 7th grade at IVI. He and his sis Michelle "Shelly" were raised by their amazing single mom Nancy. Jon was resourceful and fun. The time we spent together in high school mad all the difference on my end. Jon set an example for living a happy life. Nothing held him back. We last spoke in 2010. It was a wonderful conversation - one I'll treasure to the end.
Laura Sanders
Birth Date:
1959-08-05
Deceased Date:
1995-01-05
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Jack Schwarting
Birth Date:
1960-02-29
Deceased Date:
1987-08-15
Tom Clyatt
- July 15th, 2018
Jack was my best friend in early grade school, though he probably didn't consider me the same. He had too many friends. Everyone loved Jack. He was a talented athelete, scholar and artist. My first sleepover was at his house above 5 corners. When his mother died it was inevitable and understandable that something broke inside. We drifted apart over the years. I wish I could have kept in touch.
Clare Macy (Scalone)
- July 5th, 2018
Jack was one of the kindest people who walked the earth. I loved him very much.
Kathryn Jamieson
- July 1st, 2018
Jack was a sensitive , sweet soul who was always there for his friends. His painful losses as a child were a lot for him to carry but created in him an empathetic and true friend. Blessings and peace to this wise soul who died so young.
Megan MacKellar
- April 21st, 2018
Jack was my neighbor and friend. He was a wonderful person!Keith Shattuck
Birth Date:
1960-10-29
Deceased Date:
1979-04-15
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Julie Hedberg (Sloane)
Birth Date:
1960-08-10
Deceased Date:
2003-09-23
Obituary:
Julie H. Sloane
VIRGINIA BEACH - Julie Sophia Hedberg Sloane, 43, of the 900 block of Sir Wilfred Circle, passed away Sept. 23, 2003. Julie was born in Concord, Calif. on Aug. 10, 1960. She grew up in Orinda, Calif and attended Miramonte High School where she excelled academically.
An award-winning cross-country runner, she later went on to compete in marathons. Julie was a graduate of the University of California at Santa Barbara where she was a member of the Kappa Alpha Theta sorority and Old Dominion University where she received her master’s degree in education. A strong advocate for children with learning disabilities, Julie worked with many local families as an education specialist.
Julie and her family lived for many years in Hawaii where she was a biology teacher at St. Louis High School. While living in Hawaii, she was an active member of the Junior League and a volunteer that coordinated programs for teenage mothers. As an active member of King’s Grant Presbyterian Church, she taught Sunday school and energetically led the youth group. For many years, Julie brought joy and smiles to the young members of her Girl Scout troop. More than anything else, Julie loved her daughters and treasured their gifts. Compassionate, intelligent, fun-loving and vibrant, Julie brought energy into every room she entered. She was loved by many and will be greatly missed.
She is survived by her husband, David I. Sloane; daughters, Krystina Robin Sloane and Hillary Sally Sloane of Virginia Beach; parents, Leonard and Sally Hedberg; sisters, Jenny Maguire and Linda Kirkwood of California.
A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday at King’s Grant Presbyterian Church with the Rev. J.S. Harris officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Juvenile Bipolar Research Foundation. The Cremation Society of Virginia, Virginia Beach, is in charge of arrangements. Friends may sign the online guest register for Mrs. Sloane at www.cremate.org.
Julie H. Sloane
VIRGINIA BEACH - Julie Sophia Hedberg Sloane, 43, of the 900 block of Sir Wilfred Circle, passed away Sept. 23, 2003. Julie was born in Concord, Calif. on Aug. 10, 1960. She grew up in Orinda, Calif and attended Miramonte High School where she excelled academically.
An award-winning cross-country runner, she later went on to compete in marathons. Julie was a graduate of the University of California at Santa Barbara where she was a member of the Kappa Alpha Theta sorority and Old Dominion University where she received her master’s degree in education. A strong advocate for children with learning disabilities, Julie worked with many local families as an education specialist.
Julie and her family lived for many years in Hawaii where she was a biology teacher at St. Louis High School. While living in Hawaii, she was an active member of the Junior League and a volunteer that coordinated programs for teenage mothers. As an active member of King’s Grant Presbyterian Church, she taught Sunday school and energetically led the youth group. For many years, Julie brought joy and smiles to the young members of her Girl Scout troop. More than anything else, Julie loved her daughters and treasured their gifts. Compassionate, intelligent, fun-loving and vibrant, Julie brought energy into every room she entered. She was loved by many and will be greatly missed.
She is survived by her husband, David I. Sloane; daughters, Krystina Robin Sloane and Hillary Sally Sloane of Virginia Beach; parents, Leonard and Sally Hedberg; sisters, Jenny Maguire and Linda Kirkwood of California.
A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday at King’s Grant Presbyterian Church with the Rev. J.S. Harris officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Juvenile Bipolar Research Foundation. The Cremation Society of Virginia, Virginia Beach, is in charge of arrangements. Friends may sign the online guest register for Mrs. Sloane at www.cremate.org.
Jacquie Guzzo
- June 5th, 2018
Your generous spirit, and giving heart followed you through all of your days... no surprise there!
Joyce Ullman
Birth Date:
1960-12-03
Deceased Date:
2005-11-02
Obituary:
Joyce Louise Ullman in Walnut Creek on Wednesday, November 2, 2005. A 15-year San Francisco resident, formerly of Orinda. Joyce was a 1984 graduate of Cal Poly San Luis Obispo, where she studied architecture. Following college, Joyce enjoyed a successful career as an architect specializing in high-end residential construction in the East Bay. During her high school years she enjoyed playing the clarinet. She was a member of Toastmasters of San Francisco, enjoyed swimming at USF, and also expressed her artistic talent sketching and designing toys at home. She was devoted to her family and friends. A native of Orinda, CA, aged 45 years. Beloved daughter of Norbert and Beverly Ullman of Orinda. Also survived by many aunts, uncles and cousins. Preceded in death by her brother, Karl Ullman, in 1999, whom she missed dearly. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at Santa Maria Church, 20 Santa Maria Way, Orinda, on Thursday, November 10, 2005, commencing at 11:00am. Interment will follow at Queen of Heaven Cemetery, Lafayette. Hull's Walnut Creek Chapel (925) 934-5400
Joyce Louise Ullman in Walnut Creek on Wednesday, November 2, 2005. A 15-year San Francisco resident, formerly of Orinda. Joyce was a 1984 graduate of Cal Poly San Luis Obispo, where she studied architecture. Following college, Joyce enjoyed a successful career as an architect specializing in high-end residential construction in the East Bay. During her high school years she enjoyed playing the clarinet. She was a member of Toastmasters of San Francisco, enjoyed swimming at USF, and also expressed her artistic talent sketching and designing toys at home. She was devoted to her family and friends. A native of Orinda, CA, aged 45 years. Beloved daughter of Norbert and Beverly Ullman of Orinda. Also survived by many aunts, uncles and cousins. Preceded in death by her brother, Karl Ullman, in 1999, whom she missed dearly. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at Santa Maria Church, 20 Santa Maria Way, Orinda, on Thursday, November 10, 2005, commencing at 11:00am. Interment will follow at Queen of Heaven Cemetery, Lafayette. Hull's Walnut Creek Chapel (925) 934-5400
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Kate Vanderliet
Birth Date:
1959-04-16
Deceased Date:
2018-11-14
Obituary:
Catherine A. Vanderliet, age 58, passed away peacefully on November 14, 2018, at Georges Pompidou European Hospital in Paris, France. Kate was born April 15, 1960, in Minneapolis, Minnesota to Joseph and Louise Vanderliet. Kate grew up in Orinda, California and graduated from Miramonte High School in 1978 with the honor of being elected Homecoming Queen. During high school, Kate was awarded a scholarship to attend the San Francisco Ballet School. Kate earned a Bachelor of Arts in Dance and graduated from the University of California, Irvine in 1982. Through Kate's love of dance and the performing arts, she was recruited and destined to the cabaret world performing in a variety of shows from A Chorus Line to Hello Hollywood, Hello! in Reno, Nevada. For her final tenure as a dancer, the Lido de Paris welcomed Kate as a principal dancer for Bravissimo in 1989 and then as the Vedette for C'est Magique from 1994-2003 where Kate truly was the étoile of the show. After Kate closed C'est Magique, she earned her pilates certificate and committed herself to teaching others about physical strength, balance, and alignment. Kate always lived life to the fullest through simple pleasures; chatting with friends and family, card writing, "Scooby - snacking," and spending time with those near and dear to her heart. Kate had an uncanny ability to reach people in a deep and positive way.
Kate was preceded in death by her mother, Louise Hayes Vanderliet in 2002 and her brother, Peter James Vanderliet in 2016. Kate is survived by her father; Joseph Vanderliet; brother, John (Christine) Vanderliet; sisters, Elizabeth (Gary) Patterson and Sarah (Peter) Brown; plus three nieces and four nephews.
A family Mass of Resurrection will be celebrated at Saint Albert's Priory Chapel in Oakland, California on April 12, 2019. Kate's interment will be at St. Dominic's Cemetery in Benicia, California. A beautiful star has truly risen. May she rest in peace. Family and friends are invited to her Celebration of Life at the Orinda Country Club on April 14, 2019 at 1:00pm.
Catherine A. Vanderliet, age 58, passed away peacefully on November 14, 2018, at Georges Pompidou European Hospital in Paris, France. Kate was born April 15, 1960, in Minneapolis, Minnesota to Joseph and Louise Vanderliet. Kate grew up in Orinda, California and graduated from Miramonte High School in 1978 with the honor of being elected Homecoming Queen. During high school, Kate was awarded a scholarship to attend the San Francisco Ballet School. Kate earned a Bachelor of Arts in Dance and graduated from the University of California, Irvine in 1982. Through Kate's love of dance and the performing arts, she was recruited and destined to the cabaret world performing in a variety of shows from A Chorus Line to Hello Hollywood, Hello! in Reno, Nevada. For her final tenure as a dancer, the Lido de Paris welcomed Kate as a principal dancer for Bravissimo in 1989 and then as the Vedette for C'est Magique from 1994-2003 where Kate truly was the étoile of the show. After Kate closed C'est Magique, she earned her pilates certificate and committed herself to teaching others about physical strength, balance, and alignment. Kate always lived life to the fullest through simple pleasures; chatting with friends and family, card writing, "Scooby - snacking," and spending time with those near and dear to her heart. Kate had an uncanny ability to reach people in a deep and positive way.
Kate was preceded in death by her mother, Louise Hayes Vanderliet in 2002 and her brother, Peter James Vanderliet in 2016. Kate is survived by her father; Joseph Vanderliet; brother, John (Christine) Vanderliet; sisters, Elizabeth (Gary) Patterson and Sarah (Peter) Brown; plus three nieces and four nephews.
A family Mass of Resurrection will be celebrated at Saint Albert's Priory Chapel in Oakland, California on April 12, 2019. Kate's interment will be at St. Dominic's Cemetery in Benicia, California. A beautiful star has truly risen. May she rest in peace. Family and friends are invited to her Celebration of Life at the Orinda Country Club on April 14, 2019 at 1:00pm.
Lisa Cueto
- November 18th, 2018
Kate was one of those classmates who had me in awe, so pretty, accomplished, and she truly cared. I am so grateful I got to connect with her at the reunion. So sad.
multiple classmates sent in these photos of Kate
- November 16th, 2018
Ann Beetham
- November 18th, 2018
I am so very sorry. I remember many daysplaying at her house. I am sorry that we lost touch.
Griffin Wolfe
Birth Date:
1960-05-28
Deceased Date:
1985-01-09
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