1949-2023 Kenneth Charles Galanti was born to Charles and Lucia Galanti Nov. 5, 1949, in Rochester, New York and died in his home in Idyllwild Sunday, July 2, 2023, surrounded by friends and family. He is remembered as a gentle soul, with a fierce love for those closest to him, and compassion for all humanity,…
1936-2023 Thelma was born in Skowhegan, Maine, Feb. 5, 1936. She had a happy childhood there and would lapse into her New England accent when reminiscing. Her teenage years were spent in Laguna Beach where she graduated from high school in 1954. She moved to Idyllwild, where she met her second husband, Bruce Adams, and…
1950-2023 In loving memory of Donna Calvera who was a wonderful, loving mother, a tremendous friend and council, a caregiver, an explorer, spontaneous, caring, loving, nurturing and absolutely interesting! May she rest in peace in the love of God with the nourishment of the Holy Spirit. God love her.
1939-2023 Dear friends of Virginia Mathahs: It’s with heavy hearts we are letting you know that we have lost our beloved wife, mother, sister and best friend. She was a beautiful soul with a contagious smile that brought happiness and laughter into every room she entered. But now Jesus has opened the doors and welcomed…
1947-2023 A Celebration of Anna Cooper Strong will be held at 1:30 p.m. Saturday, March 4 at the First Unitarian Church of San Jose, and simulcast on Zoom at https://zoom.us/j/92337624889. In lieu of flowers, Anna’s family requests that you go for a ride/walk, to enjoy the beauty that fills each day. Anna Lorraine Cooper Strong…
1937-2023 It is with sadness we acknowledge the passing Wednesday, Feb. 15, 2023, of Diann Coate of Idyllwild. Diann was born March 4, 1937 to Raymond and Ruth Coate. She was predeceased by her parents and her sister, Marion Stamm, but leaves a beloved niece, Laura Alcala of Hawaii; two beloved nephews, Patrick Stamm of…
1955-2023 “According to my wife, I’m the most wonderful guy on Earth!”, began John’s FaceBook introduction. John Warren Wilson was born Feb. 1, 1955, in Missouri, and died Tuesday, Feb. 31, 2023. In 1973, he graduated from Afton High School in St. Louis. Growing up, he liked hunting and fishing. Granddaughter Danielle “Dani” Appleby remembered…
1946-2023 Paul Shnable was born May 10, 1946. He was a man who was loved by so many for his kindness and thoughtfulness. He passed away peacefully Saturday, March 18, following his battle with cancer. During his life, he accumulated and stayed in touch with many friends from his high school days and as a…
1933-2023 Bonneta “Bonnie” Doshier, 90, passed away peacefully in Claremont, Monday, March 6, 2023. Bonnie worked as director and teacher of Canoga Park First Methodist preschool for 30 years previous to living on the Hill. She was very loved by the children and families, staying in contact with many of them for the rest of…
1956-2023 A Celebration of Anna Cooper Strong will be held at 1:30 p.m. Saturday, March 4 at the First Unitarian Church of San Jose, and simulcast on Zoom at https://zoom.us/j/92337624889. In lieu of flowers, Anna’s family requests that you go for a ride/walk, to enjoy the beauty that fills each day. Anna Lorraine Cooper Strong…
