Karen Allen Leon passed away March 2, 2010.  She was born in Santa Paula on February 4, 1945 and lived most of her life in Fillmore.  She graduated from Fillmore High in 1963.

     She is survived by her son, Jeff Leon of Fillmore and daughters Tina of Idaho Falls, ID; Terri Leon of Fillmore; and Kristina Leon of Chowchilla.  She also leaves numerous granchildren, great grandchildren, nieces and nephews; a brother, Bill (Sally) of Deming, N.M.; sisters Barbara of Ventura, Peggy (Tom) of Clovis, CA and Marilyn of Florence, OR.

     Karen loved tending her garden and cooking for her family and friends.  She will always be remembered especially for her wonderful homemade tamales at  Christmas.  She will be dearly missed by her family and many friends whose lives she brightened.

     Evelyn Hardison Richardson Davis, of Fillmore, passed away peacefully on March 2, 2010.

     She was born to Elvira and Clifford Hardison on December 10, 1921 and was raised on the family citrus ranch and Sanitary Dairy west of Fillmore.

     She attended Fillmore schools and graduated from Fillmore High School in 1939.  She loved music and she and her sister Betty Jean performed in an accordion band.

     Evelyn worked at several of the local citrus packing houses for over 30 years.

     She was preceded in death by her parents, brother Russell Hardison, sisters Dorothy Nickerson and Betty Jean Burritt and son Clifford.  She is survived by daughters Judy Kelley and Nancy Waldthausen, son Dick Richardson and wife, Martha; grandhcildren, Robert and wife Sandra Kelley; Ron Kelley; Becky and Rick Hunt; Ana and husband Salvadore, Sonya and husband Kevin, Clifford Waldthausen, Amy Berger and husband Robert, Mike Richardson and wife Heather and 14 great-grandchildren and her nieces and nephews.

     A private graveside service will be held at Bardsdale Cemetery on Wednesday, March 10 at 10:00 a.m.

     Any memorial donations may be made to the Fillmore Historical Museum.

     The family would like to thank the staff of Treacy Villa for their kindness and care during Evelyn's time there.

     Edgar Leon Tucker, passed away at his home in Crescent City on February 17, 2010, after a lengthy illness, at the age of 64.  Eddie was born July 24, 1945 in Prague, OK to Harold and Loye (West) Tucker.  His family moved to California when Eddie was a baby.  He grew up in Southern California in the communities of Piru and Fillmore where he had many cherished memories of living in these small towns.

     Eddie graduated from Fillmore High School in 1964.  Shortly after, he joined the Navy and was stationed in San Diego where he served his country for two years.  He was honorably discharged from the military and settled in Bakersfield, CA.  While living there, he worked as a delivery man for an office supply business and in the oil fields for several years.

     When Eddie was 45 years old, he attended and graduated from the State of California Corrections Academy and became a Correctional Officer.  He then made his home in Crescent City, where he worked as a Correctional Officer at Pelican Bay State Prison.  He retired in 2005.

     Eddie enjoyed fishing on the ocean, working in his yard and in his shop.  He loved country music.  He was known for his sense of humor.  On June 6, 1998, he was united in marriage to Veronica Sena in Reno, NV.

     He is survived by his wife, Veronica of Crescent City; sister Yvonne Olson and husband, Bob of Ventura, CA.; brother Jerry Tucker of Albany, OR; step-son Robert Sanchez and wife Mary of Brookings, OR; step-daughter Terri Sanchez of Eureka; step-daughter Mary Shaw of Crescent City; step-daughter Melissa Ford and husband Matt of Crescent City; step-son Troy Chacey of Crescent City and many nieces and nephews.

     Eddie was preceded in death by his Mom and Dad, grandparents Bunny and Cora Tucker and Luther and Elizabeth West.  He will be deeply missed by all those who knew him.

     Funeral services were held February 24 in Crescent City.  Burial was in Exeter, CA. 

     Dorothy Connors Danielson, June 7, 1918- January 31, 2010, of San Francisco and a seventh generation Californian, passed away peacefully following a massive stroke.

     In December 1941, Dorothy married her high school sweetheart, William (Bud) Wileman, a Navy pilot, who was posthumously awarded a Navy Cross for his heroic aerial combat in the Southwest Pacific, after being killed in action during the battle of Guadalcanal.  After his death, Dorothy completed training as a WAVE officer and was in that service until the end of WWII.

     By the late 1940's, she was among the first post-WWII college teachers of English as a second language (ESL), beginning with appointments at U.C. Berkeley and City College of San Francisco, before teaching in the Philippines for two tours, first with UCLA and then as a Fulbright Scholar.  After that, she served for about 25 years as an English professor at San Francisco State University, where she was instrumental in establishing an MA program for preparing future ESL teachers.  She co-authored several ESL textbooks that were widely adopted here and abroad.

     After retiring, she did considerable volunteering for the Maritime Museum Library, the Council of Neighborhood Libraries, Old First Concerts and as a Long Term Care Ombudsman for the Family Service Agency of San Francisco.

     In 1961, Dorothy married Larry Danielson, the other great love of her life, who prededed her in death in June, 1997.  She is survived by here nephew, niece, three grandnieces, stepdaughter and scores of devoted former students, colleagues, and friends.

     A celebration of Dorothy's life will be held on March 20 at 6:00 p.m. at the Maritime Museum Library, Fort Mason Center, Building E, 3rd floor.

    Donations in her memory can be sent to The Bancroft Library, University of California, Berkeley, CA  94720-6000 or to Friends of the S.F. Maritime Museum Library, c/o Library Bldg. E, Fort Mason Center. San Francisco, CA.

     Teresa Munoz, age 50, passed away on Feb. 6, 2010 in Reno, NV.  She was born Sept. 14, 1949 in Ventura, CA.  She was a loving daughter, mother, sister, grandmother and friend.  She will always be remembered by here ability to enjoy life to its fullest and will continue to be an inspiration to those who knew her.

     Teresa is survived by her parents, John and Lydia Munoz; her children, Danielle Murdock and husband, Brian; and Wesley Smith, wife Katie.  Brothers John Munoz, wife Janie; Martin Munoz, wife Betty; and Peter Munoz, wife Debbie.  Sisters Martha Vargas, husband Herman; Marie Griffin, husband Ken; Kathy Meza, husband Ramon.  Grandchildren Ainlsey and Tiarah Murdock and Wesley Smith Jr.  As well as numerous nieces and nephews.

     A graveside service will be held Friday, March 5, 2010 at the Bardsdale Cemetary at 10:30 a.m.

     Connie Jimenez Golson passed away on January 26, 2010 at the age of 69.  She was born Decermber 29, 1940 in Santa Barbara to Joseph and Virginia Jimenez.  Both of her parents were from early Spanish families. Joseph was a member of the Jimenez family of Carpinteria and Virginia was of the Olivas and Lorenzana families of Ventura and Ojai.

     Connie grew up living on the Bates Ranch in Carpinteria and attended local schools.  In 1952, her family moved to the Camulos Ranch in Piru where her father was an irrigation foreman.  Since then the Old Adobe on the ranch has been named one of California's Historical Landmarks.  She graduated from Fillmore High School in 1958 and enjoyed going to class reunions to gather with her school friends and talk about things that used to be.  She alo attended Ventura College for a short time.

    Jerry Jennings passed away on June 2, 2009 at the age of 66, at his home in Snohomish, WA.  Jerry was born in Cleveland, OH to Jerry Jennings, Sr. and Dorothy Kloos.  He moved to California as a young boy and graduated from Fillmore High School with the class of 1961.  He attended Ventura College before moving to Oregon where he worked on water drilling rigs.  He saved money and took a year's trip to all 47 states, (excluding Alaska) and Canada on a Honda 4 motorcycle.  He camped, never spending one night in a hotel.

     Jerry and Marilyn married in 1971 and spent over 20 years sailing the San Juan and Canadian Gulf Islands and beyond.  Jerry raced in the Corinthian Yacht Club series.  His most memorable trip was crewing on a race from Capetown South Africa to Rio de Janiero when he worked as a yacht rigger at Nautical Enterprises.

     Jerry loved life, nature and new adventures.  Among Jerry's many other passions were learning to fly a crop duster prop plane, skiing, hiking, motorcycling, camping and vacationing in the national parks.  Jerry also loved music and photography and was always taking pictures at family events.  He will be remembered by those who knew him as a "good guy" who loved to make people laugh and tell corny jokes.

     Jerry is survived by his wife of 38 years, Marilyn; his sister in-law, Patricia Altwegg, brother-in-law, Jim Ross; five nieces and 15 grand nieces and nephews.

     Anyone wishing to see this obituary, which includes pictures of Jerry and Marilyn, can do so by going to hhttp://bartonfuneral.com/2009/06/04/jerry-jennings/.

     Albert Ray Marple of Port Hueneme died of Alzheimer's, Tuesday, January 12, 2010 at the age of 87.

     Albert was born July 6, 1922 in Fillmore, where he graduated from Fillmore High School in 1940.

     He served in the Navy as a ship fittter first class working on submarines in Hawaii during World War II.

     He married his friend Elizabeth (Betty) Myer on Nov. 22, 1947 in Oxnard and honeymooned at the Wagon Wheel Motel before moving to Herlong.  He was proud of their three sons who all graduated from Hueneme High School.

     He worked for over 30 years as a firefighter at Point Mugu Naval Air Station and San Nicolas Island.

     Albert enjoyed camping and backpacking with his family, he loved watching his boys play (and later umpire) baseball.  He and Betty toured the U.S. and visited every major league baseball stadium in the country.

     He belonged to the 341 Masonic Lodge and High 12 Club.  He and Betty were members of the Escapees RV Club for 25 years, and several Dixieland Jazz Clubs.

     His handmade horseshoe figurine cowboys won several blue ribbons at the Ventura County Fair.

     He is survived by his wife, Betty, of 62 years and his three sons, Larry, Danny and Randy, eight grandkids and three great-grandkids.

     A viewing will be held between 9 a.m. and 1 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 16 at Conrad-Carrol Funeral Home in Oxnard.  A graveside service will be held at 2 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 16 at Ivy Lawn Cemetery in Ventura.  Memorial contributions can be made to your local Alzheimer's Association.

     Dean Blair Kenfield, husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather and friend to all, left this earth on Monday, Dec. 14, 2009.

     Dean, his parents and brothers moved to Fillmore from North Dakota in the 1920's.   He attended Fillmore High School and graduated in 1940, holding the title of class President.  In June of 1942 he married Maxine Basolo.  With World War II in full swing, Dean enlisted in the U.S. Navy.  He held the title of Seaman First Class and First Gunner on a merchant naval vesssel in the Pacific.  Several of Dean's proudest positions he held inthe community were American Legion Post Commander and member of the U. S. Draft Board in Ventura County.  He held different jobs in Fillmore through the years, first working in the oil fields for Mr. Crowner, Ford Tractor Sales, William L. Morris, and finally, manager for the Filmore Veteran's Memorial Building, Library and Scout House.

     Dean and Maxine made Fllmore their home for over 67 years, raising their children Deana, Sally and Vernon.  The Kenfield home was always open to family and friends alike, with many a birthday, wedding and barbecue taking place.  Oh, and many trips to Dean's pipe room for a history lesson.

     Dean is preceded in death by his parents, Selah B. and Maggie F. Kenfield; brothers, Howard, Earl and Keith; and grandson, Sean.  His extended family are Deana, Ed, Sally, Terry Taylor, Vernon, Kim Kenfield; grandchildren, Chrsitine and Steve Weber, Jeffrey Gregory, Kimberly and Michael Nogavich, Lori and Christopher Knaak, Claire and Will Morrow; great-grandchildren, Zander, Nicholas, Austin, Bella, Charlize and Nathan.

     In lieu of flowers, please donate to Wounded Warrior.  Graveside services were held on January 7 at Bardsdale Cemetery in Fillmore.

     Dwayne Mackey of Patterson, CA and former longtime resident of Fillmore, passed away on January 1, 2010 after a brief illness.

     Dwayne was born on October 11, 1953 to Clifford and Betty Jo Mackey.  He was raised in Fillmore and graduated from Fillmore High School with the class of 1971.  He married Donna Henderson and together settled in Fillmore and started their family.  Dwayne made a career as a maintenance manager and was widely known for his mechanical skills in the food industry.  Prior to his death, he was employed by Traina Dried Fruit, Inc. of Patterson.

     He loved to take long trips on his Harley and recently participated in the 100th Anniversary Harley Ride.  He also enjoyed fishing, camping, cruising and spending time with his famiy and friends.  He could always be heard whistling to whatever song was on his mind and will be remembered for his integrity and selflessness.  He would always lend a helping hand to anyone in need.  Dwayne was admired by all those who knew him.

     Dwayne is survived by his wife, Donna Mackey; two sons, Stephen of Las Vegas, NV and Nathan of Visalia, CA; his mother, Betty Jo Mackey of Fox, OK; brothers, Dan, David, Robert, Charles and Kenneth; and a sister, Judy Hill.  He also leaves six grandchildren.  He was preceded in death by his father, Clifford.

     A celebration of his life will be held at 1 p.m. on Saturday, January 9 at Wrights Family Residence in Bakersfield, CA.