© 2016 DAVID LEVINSON WILK
62 San Diego Reader February 23, 2017
IN MEMORIAM
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peacefully at his home in Coronado on Jan. 19. He will always be remembered for his big heart and a willingness to help out anyone in any way that he could. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the charity of your choice.
MARIA DELIA VELA IBANEZ
October 2, 1926 January 15, 2017 Maria Delia Vela Ibanez, best known as “Mrs. Dee,” 90, of San Diego, Texas, passed away on Sunday, January 15, 2017. She was born in San Diego, Texas on October 2, 1926, to the late Miguel and Rosaura Vela. Mrs. Dee was an avid seamstress and an amazing cook. She attended Texas A in Kingsville, Texas where she received her BA degree with honors, with a double master’s. She retired as Chief Executive Officer for Duval County Co-Op at San Diego (TX) ISD. She also served as a City Council member for the City of San Diego. Mrs. Dee moved to Bay City, Texas 10 years ago and made it her new home. She enjoyed her family visits, playing dominoes with family and friends, making tamales, listening to music, playing with her grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and her neighbor’s children. Delia is survived by her children: Cynthia D. Benavides (Robert), Norma B. Lopez, Sandra M. Byrd ...
Comfort, Safety and Trust - all words that make you feel like you are wrapped up in a cozy blanket in front of a warm roaring fire. She did this to people. To everyone she met and to those who were lucky enough to be the recipients of her unexpected kindness. And certainly to those in need of a little boost and that hug at just the perfect moment. She did this to people. Her concerns were never for herself and always for those around her including her husband, four children, eleven grandchildren, and closest friends. And for her not-so-dear friends, neighbors, even the retail employee across the counter whom she had just met. There were donuts and orange juice for the plumber/electrician/ gardener having a tough ...
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BRIDGET POMPA- HOGAN
June 12, 1965 February 5, 2017 Bridget Pompa-Hogan passed away with her family by her side on February 5, 2017, at UCSD Medical Center. Born in Calexico, California, on June 12, 1965, Bridget graduated from Central Union High School in El Centro in 1983 and earned an Accounting degree from San Diego State University in 1988. On January 20, 1990, she married Allen Hogan, with whom she had two daughters. Bridget was a Certified Public Accountant and partner at Covell & Hogan LLP.
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DEBORAH JEAN GADZALA
June 29, 1975 July 17, 2016 Deborah Jean Gadzala, age 41, passed away on July 17, 2016, in San Diego, California, of addiction- related causes. Born in Arizona, she spent much of her life in San Diego and lived briefly in Barstow, California with her fiancé. A loving mother, she found solace in reading, writing, music, and surrealist artwork. She is survived by her mother, Gail; brothers Patrick and Andy; sister Abigail; four children ages 15, 13, and twins, 8; and fiancé, Nathan and his son, age 7. During her twenties she traveled extensively with the San Diego band Crash Worship. She loved peacocks, elephants, tuberoses, peonies, chocolate, and was prominent with the local music scene, supporting bands such as Three Mile Pilot, Drive Like Jehu, and the Night Marchers.
June 5, 1951 January 1, 2017 Deborah (Brit) J. Kirtland passed away on Sunday, January 1, 2017. Brit was born on Long Island and moved to San Diego with her parents when she was 16 years old. She graduated from the University of Maryland with a master’s degree in Business and Education and enjoyed a successful career in marketing. Brit was retired and had lived in La Jolla for many years. She had a passion for tennis and bridge and was a member of the Cove Bridge Club, the Social Service League and gave generously of her time and resources. Also, she was often seen strolling around the village with her yorkie “Russe,” and meeting up with her village friends and pups for tea Brit touched many lives with her kind, caring and gentle way. She will be missed. Brit is survived by her loving husband, Dr. Thomas Northrup, Esq. of La Jolla; and brothers, Clinton and ...
March 11, 1967 February 11, 2017 Phil was born on March 11, 1967 to Orlando and Margie Robles. His more then 30 years battle with muscular dystrophy peacefully ended February 7, with his mother and god-daughter at his side. Born and raised in San Diego Phil was a proud lifetime resident of North Park. Phil enjoyed spending quality time with his family, collecting San Diego sports memorabilia, old coins, and silver
antiques.Phil will be remembered and honored for his great character, his willingness to always help his family, his love of learning, and the strength he carried coping and living with muscular dystrophy. Now he is set free in heaven with his dad and brother Boo. Phil is survived by his mother Margie, brother Tony, grandmother Felipa, and nieces Jessica, Antoinette, and Alexis. Viewing Thursday February 16, 2017 at Goodbody from 4-8 with rosary at 7pm. Funeral mass Friday February 17, 2017 at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church at 10am ...
ANTHONY LIGUTTI LESLIE ANN FRAZEE JOHN TIEDEMANN
February 19, 1948 January 9, 2017 John Tiedemann, 68, loving father, brother, uncle, off-road enthusiast and friend to many, passed away
June 17, 1940 December 2, 2016 Writing her name brings such a wide array of emotions first and foremost a true sense of LOVE. Love, Joy, Happiness, Admiration, Pride, Optimism, Adoration,
March 23, 1953 February 5, 2017 Anthony Charles Ligutti (Tony),of Chula Vista, California, passed away on February 5, 2017 from cancer at the age of 63. Tony was born in Des Moines, Iowa on March 23, 1953. He graduated from Chula Vista High School. He married Kathy Yamada in 1975 and they had two sons. He later married Nancy Hunter on September 24, 1988 and they were married for 28 years. Most recently, Tony worked as a mechanic for SUHS District for15 years and retired in 2015. He enjoyed buying rusty old vehicles and rebuilding them. He was active in off roading events with his jeeps, motorcycles, and remote control
cars.Tony is survived by his wife Nancy, his father Gene, his sister Kathleen, his son Joseph and daughter-in-law Kelli, his son David and girlfriend Genevieve, and his stepson Patrick and daughter- in-law Nan. In respect of Tony’s request there will not be a funeral service and in lieu of ...
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