JANET HART NICOLAS LLORENTE, FUHS 1956

The following email was sent by Florence Owens Satchell, FUHS ’56 on Feb 25, 2013:

Connie, I just learned this week that, Janet Hart Nicolas Llorente, class of '56 passed away on Monday Feb. 18th from Cancer. Don't know any particulars about a memorial or funeral service. But I know there is a lot of people that knew Janet.

(Connie couldn’t find an obit for her.)

HUELL HOWSER

Pat Vierra Zima, FUHS '53, emailed the following message on Saturday, January 12, 2013.

I thought some of you might enjoy this. I have been getting their emails for two years. It's a great University. I love reading about all the great things they do. It’s a small University in Orange.

I met Mr. Moore at a business class that we were taking. He gave me a CD of their great choir, Chamber Orchestra, and Alumni Soloists. It’s called Some Enchanted Evening. Chapman University School Of Music.

He will take you on a great tour of the school if you ever have the time.

Watch the video on Huell Howser. He looks very thin.

Pat

 

 

 

To Pat from Chapman University:

 

Dear Pat, Our featured Chapman news story this week is about the legendary Huell Howser, who died on Jan. 6, 2013. Last October, Huell hosted a Chapman reception at his Los Angeles apartment where we filmed him talking about creating the California's Gold Scholarship through a combination of cash gift and bequest. I am saddened that his passing came so soon, but I hope you will take a moment to watch the video and read the story at www.chapman.edu/legacy-stories. It's truly inspiring. Huell Howser wanted his gift to motivate others to make similar gifts, so contact me at (714) 516-4590 or dmoore@chapman.edu to learn about including Chapman in your estate plans. Finally, Chapman will host an amazing celebration of California's Gold the afternoon of Friday, Feb. 8. Mark your calendar now and look for details in a future edition of this e-newsletter.

CHAPMAN NEWS

Remembering Huell Howser

Chapman University joined with others across the Golden State in mourning the passing of California television icon Huell Howser, who died on Jan. 6 at age 67. In his final years, Howser donated his life’s work to Chapman, including an archive of all his "California’s Gold" TV episodes, which the university has digitized, according to his wishes, and placed online for free public viewing. "Huell Howser was a beloved California icon, a true original and a truly good man," said Chapman University President James L. Doti. "It has been a real privilege in these past few years to become his friend and to share in his immense enthusiasm for life and for everything around him. He loved California so very much, and above all he loved people: their life stories, their interests, their passions. And, of course, people adored him with equal intensity."

FJC 100 YEAR CELEBRATION

From an email on Saturday, January 12, 2013 from Louise P. Shamblen, class of 1957  

Fullerton College, along with the City and County, is putting on an exciting 2 year celebration to celebrate its 100 years. I know that many of us attended Fullerton College (or Fullerton Jr. College in our day) at some point in our lives and may be interested in attending some of these events.

 

You can copy http://fullertoncollegecentennial.com/get-involved/donor-benefits.html to find the main website. You can also google it to find other information at other sites. The director of the event is Bob Jensen (my next door neighbor) who is Dean of the Fine Arts Department. They are looking for stories and memorabilia of your time at the school. You can send an electronic copy of your story to Bob Jensen atrjensen@fullcoll.edu. There are also opportunities to donate, even small amounts, to support these events.

 

I know one of the things they are doing is videotaping some of the more famous graduates and there will be CD’s for sell of these interviews.

 

As I learn more about some of the special events and their dates, I will pass on the information.

Louise P. Shamblen, class of 1957  

JOHN ARDAIZ AND BARBARA HARDMAN SHAW, FUHS 1957

From an email on Saturday, January 12, 2013 from Louise P. Shamblen, class of 1957  

Some belated sad news. John Ardaiz passed away a few years ago and Barbara Hardman Shaw passed away last Monday from respiratory problems. It is always sad to relay these messages.

 

 

(Connie didn't find an obit for either of these alums.)

SONNY WEST, FUHS 1950

December 07, 2012  

Here is an email message from Dave Williams, class of ’51:

Hi Connie,. We have lost another alum. Sonny West has passed on, as recently reported in the OC Register. His first name was Odis, and he graduated in '50. He was married to another alum, Bette Cooksey, from the class of '47.

 

West, Odis "SONNY", 83, passed away Sunday, December 2, 2012 at home following a courageous battle with leukemia. He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Bette (Cooksey) West; his son, Jeff West; his daughter, Diane Boothe; grandchildren, Michelle Caspary, Dan Caspary, Melisa Caspary and Scott Caspary; four great-grandchildren; his brother, John (Betty) West; nieces, nephews and many close friends.

Born in Doniphan, Missouri, the son of Lionel and Ruth (Kelley) West, he moved to La Habra in 1944 where he attended Washington School, Fullerton High School and Mt. San Antonio Community College.

In 1950, he joined the U.S. Army and served as a fireman in Tokyo, Japan. After returning on New Year's Day 1953, he worked with his father-in-law, C.W. Cooksey, at the Modern Barber Shop in La Habra.

In 1958, "Sonny" joined the La Habra Fire Department, and had a rewarding career retiring as fire captain in 1985. He took pride in serving the City of La Habra, and following his retirement continued to give back to the community.

An avid golfer, "Sonny" was instrumental in organizing golf events and tournaments. He was an active member of the VFW, the American Legion, and the La Habra Elks Lodge.

A Celebration of Life service will be held at the chapel followed by interment at Memory Gardens Memorial Park in Brea on December 7th at 10:00 a.m. Viewing is available at 9:00 a.m.



Published in Orange County Register from December 5 to December 6, 2012

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ANNE PARKS GAW, FUHS 1953

Sunday, December 02, 2012

I wanted you to hear and post that Anne Gaw (class of 1953) passed away in late November. As you remember, Anne was the daughter of Supt. Russell Parks. The obit was in the OC Register the other day.

Thank you for all you do to keep FUHS alumni aware of the good and the "sad" regarding their friends.

Jeanne Sims

Class of 1954

 

ANNE ELIZABETH GAW, FUHS 1953

Gaw, Anne Elizabeth, age 77, left us on November 21, 2012. Beloved by many and the best mom in the world, she is survived by her 3 children, Elizabeth Finney (Adam), Carolyn Little (Edward), and Jonathan Gaw (Amanda), and her 4 grandchildren, Patrick Dennis (Akima), Shannon Finney, Emily Little, and Thomas Finney. Anne also leaves behind by her brother, Walter Parks (Elizabeth). Anne was a long time resident of Fullerton where she taught Elementary and Junior High School for many years. She was also a woodworker, creating beautiful Christmas tree ornaments, and an artist, who displayed her works in local galleries. In retirement she was active with the Friends of the Fullerton Public Library and the Fullerton Arboretum.

A memorial will be held on Saturday, December 8, 2012 at 11:00 Lindendale, Fullerton at 3:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to: "All the Arts for all the Kids" 1401 West Valencia Drive, Fullerton, CA 92833, a local charity supporting art in the Fullerton Elementary School District.

Published in Orange County Register on November 30, 2012

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