Emax, art and Idyllwild
Ernie Maxwell, Idyllwild Town Crier newspaper founder with his wife Betty, discovered an environment in Idyllwild in which to express his many talents, impressing his spirit permanently on the community.
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Obituary: Jack Bryson
Jack Bryson was like one of the old books he treasured — a rare first edition. He was a private person, respectful and discreet, so friends relished his stories, a sentence here or there that might complete an interesting chapter in his life. With his quick wit and a mischievious glance from sharp blue eyes,…
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Obituary: Mary Suzanne Ramirez
Mary Suzanne Ramirez, 72, of Hemet, passed away peacefully at home on Friday, May 27, 2011. Mary lived in Idyllwild for many years before moving to Hemet. She was a broker-associate for Idyllwild Realty while living on the Hill. She was a member of the Hemet First Baptist Church and was involved in the Fellowship…
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Obituary: Robert E. Petkin
Robert (Bob) Petkin passed away in his home in Rancho Mirage on May 31, 2011. His beloved wife, Shirley Mae, was at his side. Born Dec. 6, 1927, Bob was a self-made man who overcame a difficult childhood and became a successful real estate developer, but that success was just part of his life. As…
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Obituary: Edgar Hernandez Lopez
Edgar Esteban Hernandez Lopez entered eternal rest peacefully on Saturday, April 30, 2011. Edgar was born Tuesday, May 26, 1987, in Guadalajara, Mexico. Edgar enjoyed spending time with his family and was a very loving person. He was very artistic and had a passion for music. His piano teacher, Mary Austin, encouraged him to pursue…
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Obituary: Paula Rosanne Rumler
Paula Rosanne Rumler, 60, born in Minneapolis Minn. on Dec. 6, 1950, passed away peacefully with her husband at her side on May 14, 2011. Paula moved to Idyllwild, Calif., from San Francisco in August of 1973 with her son, Freddie. She enjoyed children, music, gardening, sewing and crafts. She worked as a waitress and…
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Obituary: Elinor ‘Lin’ Carlson
Idyllwild resident Lin Carlson died in Macao while visiting relatives of another Idyllwild resident Alex Wilson. She died in a hospital after collapsing in a house in a small Asian seaport in China. Cause of death was not known at that time. Family and friends may plan a memorial service at a later date.
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Obituary: Robert Dean Stastny
Robert Dean Stastny, Idyllwild resident for 46 years, passed away on April 10, 2011. By his side was his loving wife of 54 years, Patricia. Bob was an avid golfer and bowler. He loved astronomy and the telling of a good story with his beloved cigar and a drink in hand. He is survived by…
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Blooms and art combine for Idyllwild lilac walk
The Garden Club’s Lilac Walk and Tea, on Saturday May 14, adds a new element this year — artists working in their media and exhibiting their work.
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Monumental achievement
Idyllwild’s newest tree monument was officially unveiled late last November after much anticipation. The design was selected by community vote.
