PGHS 1961 chart and obits
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Year Name Married Name Age YOB DOD Place of Death
1961 Susan Jane Allshouse 56
1961 Richard F. Backeberg 61
1961 Judy Lynn Boger 62
1961 Lloyd Byron Gillaspie III 62
1961* Dean Allen Kinney 32 1943 1/4/76 Ventura, Ventura Co, CA
1961 Sharon Alma Koviak 60
1961 David Toshi Kuwatani 57
1961 Earl Lyman McBride 55
1961 James Edwin Plowman 30 '67 MIA Vietnam War
1961 Carol Lee Zimmerman 62
1961 Susan Jane Allshouse (56)
Susan Jane (Allshouse) Dentice Cramer Zorbas
Monterey County Herald, CA March 30, 2000, page B3
Susan Jane Allshouse-Zorbas, a homemaker and artist, died as the result
of a heart attack March 20 in Turlock. She was 56. Born Nov. 11, 1943,
in Monterey, she lived on the Monterey Peninsula for 32 years before
moving to Stockton for 24 years ago. She spent the last four years of
her life in Turlock. Ms. Allshouse-Zorbas was a graduate of Pacific
Grove High School. As an artist, she worked in a variety of mediums.
She loved animals and children. She is survived by a daughter, Shelley
Bain of Concord, and a grandson. Private family services will be held
with her ashes to be scattered. The family suggests that any memorial
contributions be made to the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to
Animals, P.O Box 3058, Monterey 93942.
1961 (t) Richard F. Backeberg (61)
Monterey County Herald, CA Jan 2, 2004. Page B5
Richard Backeberg, 61, until recently a lifelong Monterey Peninsula
resident, died Dec. 20 in Arizona. He was born June 23, 1942. He is
survived by a daughter, Nicki Restani, and a son, Scott Backeberg, both
of Carmel Valley; two brothers, Brad and Doug Backeberg, and his
mother, Jean Backeberg, all of Walnut Creek
Knockout II Spring (August) 2004
Richard Backeberg, 61, born Jun 23, 1942. Until recently a lifelong
Peninsula resident died Dec 20, 2003 in Arizona. A former foreman for
Hodges Rental he recently moved to Arizona. He is survived by a
daughter, Nicki Restani, and a son, Scott Backeberg both of Carmel
Valley; two brothers, Brad '63 and Doug Backeberg '64 and his
mother Jean Backeberg, all of Walnut Creek. December 2003 Richard
Backeberg 1961 Arizona
1961 Judy Lynne Boger (62)
Judy Lynne (Boger) Gasperson
Monterey County Herald, CA Dec 17, 2005
Judith Lynne Boger. April 19, 1943 December 11, 2005. SALINAS Judy
Boger, 62 of Salinas passed away peacefully Sunday December 11, 2005 at
Salinas Valley Memorial Hospital after a long and courageous fight with
cancer Judy was born April 19, 1943 in Fresno, CA. She was preceded in
death by her loving father James Boger. Her family later moved to
Pacific Grove, where she was a 1961 graduate of Pacific Grove High
School. She was married on June 24, 1961, and her new family moved to
Salinas until her passing. She had the pleasure of working for Aaron,
Mark, and Pam Thorton for 23 years at Salinas Pump Company. She loved
her work and ail the people she worked with. Survived by her mother,
Gretchen Boger of Salinas; five sisters, Sandra Robertson of Salinas;
son, Steve & (Tammy) Gasperson of Salinas; daughter, Sheri & (Del)
Goodnight of Salinas; grandchildren, Kristi Page and Danny Page of
Auburn, Kari Gasperson and Shanae Gasperson of Salinas; great
grandchildren, Iziah & JJ; niece's & nephew's, Julie Lizaola, David
Underwood, Debbie Underwood, Gary Gasperson and Brent Gasperson. Judy
was full of life and compassion until the end. She was known by all for
her fireless caring and generosity for others. She always put her
family and friends before herself. Our entire family would like to
express our heart felt thanks to Dr, Stampleman and Dr. Aziz for their
care and compassion for Judy. Mom, I can't begin to tell you how much I
will miss you. We were so close. I will never forget you. I love you
very much Mom...your son. She was a member of Pacific Grove High School
Alumni Association. At her request there will be no formal services.
Please join us in Celebrating her life on Saturday December 17, 2005
from 2 to 5 p.m. Location 4 Bristol Circle Salinas, CA. In her memory,
donations are suggested to the Hospice of the Central Coast.
Salinas Californian, CA Dec 14, 2005
Judy Boger, 62, of Salinas, passed away peacefully Sunday, Dec. 11,
2005, at Salinas Valley Memorial Hospital after a long and courageous
fight with cancer. Judy was born April 19, 1943, in Fresno. Her family
later moved to Pacific Grove, where she was a 1961 graduate of Pacific
Grove High School. She was married on June 24, 1961, and her new family
moved to Salinas until her passing. She had the pleasure of working for
Aaron, Mark and Pam Thorton for 23 years at Salinas Pump Co. She loved
her work and all the people she worked with. She was preceded in death
by her loving father, James Boger. Survivors: Mother, Gretchen Boger of
Salinas; sister, Sandra Robertson of Salinas; son, Steve (Tammy)
Gasperson of Salinas; daughter, Sheri (Del) Goodnight of Salinas;
grandchildren, Kristi Page and Danny Page, both of Auburn, and Kari
Gasperson and Shanae Gasperson, both of Salinas; great-grandchildren,
Iziah and JJ; and nieces and nephews, Julie Lizaola, David Underwood,
Debbie Underwood, Gary Gasperson and Brent Gasperson. Judy was full of
life and compassion until the end. She was known by all for her
tireless caring and generosity for others. She always put her family
and friends before herself. Our entire family would like to express our
heart-felt thanks to Dr. Stampleman and Dr. Aziz for their care and
compassion for Judy. Mom, I can't begin to tell you how much I will
miss you. We were so close. I will never forget you. I love you very
much, Mom. Your son. Memberships: Pacific Grove High School Alumni
Association. Services: At her request, there will be no formal
services. Celebration of Life:2 to 5 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 17, at 4
Bristol Circle, Salinas. Memorials: Hospice of the Central Coast.
Arrangements: Healey Mortuary, 405 N. Sanborn Road, Salinas.
1961 Lloyd Byron Gillaspie (62)
Monterey County Herald, CA Jan 11, 2006
Lloyd Byron Gillaspie III was born July 14, 1943 to Lloyd and Jean
Gillaspie, in Carmel, CA. He was the second of seven children. He is
survived by his six siblings: Lydia Davis (Lynn) of Pebble Beach,
Marjorie (John) Allen of Pacific Grove, Norman (Lydia) of Redwood City,
Loren of Sumner, WA, Marian (Tim) Hrusa of Seaside, Ruth Gillaspie of
Carmel, and many nephews and nieces. He will be dearly missed. He was
preceded in death by his parents, his niece, Heidi Gillaspie, and
nephew Justin Gillaspie. Lloyd was a lifetime resident of the Monterey
Peninsula, a graduate of Pacific Grove High School, served in the Navy,
and worked many years as a printer on the Peninsula. Lloyd had a big
heart, a wonderful sense of humor, and many friends will sorely miss
him. A graveside service at El Carmelo Cemetery in Pacific Grove will
be held Thursday, January 12th at 11:00am. Arrangements by The Paul
Mortuary.
1961 Sharon Alma Koviak (60)
Sharon Alma (Koviak) Grout
Monterey County Herald, CA July 8, 2004.
Sharon Alma (Koviak) Grout, age 60, died July 4 at Hospice House. A
native of St. Louis, MO, she was born November 22, 1943. In 1947,
Sharon moved with her family to Pacific Grove. After graduating from
Pacific Grove High School in 1961, she married Eugene Grout. Sharon and
Gene bought their home in the Del Monte Park area where they still
reside. Sharon worked for the Pacific Grove Unified School District for
over 25 years and was proud to retire in 1999 as Transportation
Foreman. She enjoyed driving buses to all the high school sporting
events and rooting for the basketball, football and baseball teams and
was a die-hard 49's fan. She also drove for Steinbeck Tours and USA
Hosts. Additionally, Sharon assisted her husband with his business,
Tony's Plumbing. In 1980, Sharon and Gene bought property at Lake San
Antonio. She worked hard fixing up their second home and planted many
trees making it a wonderful place for family vacations and holiday
celebrations. Sharon loved animals, especially her dogs, Fred and Lady,
and her cats, Tahiti and Buddy. She attended a weekly Bible Study group
and was a member of St. Angela's Catholic Church. Sharon's strong
personality and her loving, giving ways attracted a wide circle of
friends. She is survived by her husband, Gene; her son, Aaron, of
Castroville; her daughter, Marianne (Rick) Massera of Prunedale; her
beautiful grandchildren, Brittany, Sharon and Richard; her sisters,
Joanne Mitchell of Seaside, Elaine (Paul) Head of Paso Robles and Julie
(Roger) Janikula, of Pacific Grove; her brother, Mike Koviak of Pebble
Beach, numerous nieces and nieces, cousins and special friends. Sharon
was preceded in death by her parents, Tony and Mildred Koviak, and her
niece, Stephanie Machado. Visitation will be held at The Paul Mortuary
on Monday from 2:00 until 4:00 PM. Rosary will be recited at St.
Angela's on Monday at 7:00 PM with Mass of the Resurrection celebrated
at St. Angela's on Tuesday at 1:30 PM. Contributions in Sharon's memory
may be made to Washington Mutual Bank, 569 Lighthouse Ave., Pacific
Grove, 93950, Acct. #095-0269459.
Knockout II Spring (August) 2004
Sharon Alma Koviak Grout, 60, born Nov 22, 1943 died July 4, 2004 at
Hospice House. Sharon moved to Pacific Grove with her family in 1947.
After she married Eugene Grout, they bought their home in Del Monte
Park, where they still reside. She worked for the PG Unified School
District for over 25 years and r e t i r e d in 1999 a s Transportation
Foreman. She enjoyed driving buses to the high school sporting events
and rooting for the teams. She assisted her husband in his business,
Tony's Plumbing. She is survived by her husband, Gene, her son Aaron;
her sisters Joanne Mitchell of Seaside, Elaine Head of Paso Robles, and
Julie Koviak Janikula '71 of PG; brother Mike Koviak '76 of Pebble
Beach. July 2004 Sharon Alma Koviak Grout 1961 Pacific Grove CA
1961 David Toshi Kuwatani (57)
Monterey County Herald, CA April 15, 2000
David Toshi Kuwatani, a recreation coordinator for the Pacific Grove
City Recreation Department, died Saturday at Community Hospital of the
Monterey Peninsula. He was 57. Born April 4, 1943, in Amache, Colo., he
lived in Monterey County for 54 years. Mr. Kuwatani graduated from
Pacific Grove High School and attended Monterey Peninsula College. He
served two years in the Army, and had been employed by the recreation
department since 1967. He was a member of Monterey Peninsula Nisei Golf
Club and El Estero Presbyterian Church. He is survived by three
brothers, Henry, Jimmie, and Robert Kuwatani, all of Seaside; three
sisters, Hiroko Kuwatani and Yaeko Kuwatani, both of Pacific Grove, and
May Kuwatani of Dublin; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was
preceded in death by his parents, Torazo and Taruno Kuwatani; his
brother, George Kuwatani; and three sisters, Jean Maruyama, Kiyoko
Kuwatani and Masako Kuwatani. Private family services have been held.
Memorial services will be held at 7 p.m. Friday at El Estero
Presbyterian Church in Monterey. The Paul Mortuary is in charge of
arrangements. The family suggests that any memorial contributions be
made to the Pacific Grove Recreation Department, 515 Junipero Ave.,
Pacific Grove 93950; or to El Estero Presbyterian Church, 490 Camino El
Estero, Monterey 93940.
1961 Earl Lyman McBride (55)
Monterey Peninsula Herald, CA Oct. 2, 1997
Greenfield - Earl Lyman McBride, 55, of Greenfield, an electrical
technician, died of pneumonia Sunday in King City. Born June 29, 1942,
in Lewiston, Mont., he lived on the Monterey Peninsula for 40 years,
then moved to Greenfield three years ago. Mr. McBride was a graduate of
Pacific Grove High School and Monterey Peninsula College, where he
earned degrees in manufacturing technology, electronics technology and
business. After serving in the Army in West Germany, he completed two
tours of duty in Vietnam as a Navy SeaBee. He later served in the
California Army National Guard. Mr. McBride served as president,
manager and coach for Pacific Grove and Salinas Pop Warne football and
was also involved with Seaside and Salinas Little League baseball. Mr.
McBride was a member of the Lions Club in Gonzales, a lifetime member
of VFW Post 8679 in Seaside and a former member of American Legion
posts 591 and 512. He is survived by his wife of 31 years, Cris; two
sons, Kirk and Earl II, both of Seaside; his mother, Tena McBride of
Pahrump, Nev.; two brothers, John and Wayne McBride, both of Pahrump;
two half-brothers, Monte McBride of Oklahoma and Alan McBride of
Indiana; and two half-sisters, Barbara Gilden of Indiana and Sandy
Sprague of Montana. Visitation will be held from 5 to 9 p.m. today at
the Paul Mortuary. Inurnment with military honors will be at 1:15 p.m.,
Oct. 8 at San Joaquin Valley national Cemetery in Gustine. The family
suggests that any memorial contributions be made to the Lions Club in
Gonzales or to any non-profit athletic organization.
1961 James Edwin Plowman (30)
Vietnam Memorial website
http://tanaya.net/vmw/P/rec-41008.html
In Memory of James Edwin Plowman - Let us not forget Lieutenant
Commander James Edwin Plowman, casualty of the Vietnam War. As a member
of the Navy, LCDR Plowman served our country until April 18th, 1974 in
North Vietnam. He was 30 years old and was married. James died when his
plane crashed into the land. His body was not recovered. James was born
on October 14th, 1943 in Pebble Beach, California. LCDR Plowman is on
panel 17E, line 039 of the Veterans Memorial Wall in Washington D.C.
War Stories website
http://www.war-stories.com/wall-p.htm
James Edwin Plowman; Rank: LCDR EO Serv O4 N; Date of birth: 19431014;
Date of Incident: 19670324; Home of record PEBBLE BEACH
The Virtual Wall
http://www.virtualwall.org/dp/PlowmanJE01a.htm
02 Jan 2001 In 1967 Attack Squadron 85 (call sign BUCKEYE), operating
the A-6A INTRUDER, deployed aboard USS KITTY HAWK. On 24 March, LCDR
John "Buzz" Ellison and LTJG Jim Plowman launched in A-6A BuNo
151587 as part of a strike force directed against the Bac Giang thermal
power plant in North Vietnam. The target was heavily defended by SAMs
and a full spectrum of conventional anti-aircraft weaponry. Ellison and
Plowman were tasked with SAM suppression for the bombers. After the
strike was completed, friendly radar flight following tracked the
BUCKEYE aircraft as it headed toward the Gulf of Tonkin, but the track
terminated in the vicinity of Ha Bac Province near the Vietnam/China
border. Combat SAR was initiated. Voice contact was achieved with LCDR
Ellison, but neither he nor Plowman was rescued. Both men were placed
in "Missing in Action" status. The North Vietnamese never acknowledged
capturing either Ellison or Plowman, nor did they report that either
man had been killed. However, there is evidence that both men survived.
Even so, the two men were never placed in POW status, and on Thursday,
04/18/1974, the Secretary of the Navy approved a Presumptive Finding of
Death for now-Lieutenant Commander Plowman, changing his status to
"Died while Missing". While I had only a slight acquaintance with these
two men -- I joined VA-85 after their loss -- they are not forgotten.
Ken Davis A-6 Aircrewman, Attack Squadron 85 (more messages on this
page)
21 May 2004 To all of us he was Jim not James, though he assigned
nicknames to most of us. I became "Seagull" because of my Utah
background as we trooped though out pledge year gaining acceptance as
men yet still boys making our way into an unknown world, sharing the
days of the Kennedy Assasination, the occasional nights of fraternity
partying and many hours of study deep in the bowels of Suzallo Library.
Perhaps more than most of us, Jim knew where he was headed. His pride
in ROTC showed in the crispness of his uniform and his devotion to his
faith. But he still was one of us, giving and gaining strength in the
periods of indecision we all shared. Jim was one of two of my 24 pledge
brothers who didn't return. I learned of both while in Basic Training,
a few miles, yet great gaps apart from where he was raised. And today
as the others age, Jim lives on in scrap- and yearbook photos, memories
and occasional dreams as a young red headed guy. And Jim lives in
history for his nobility. From a Fraternity Brother and friend, Kent
Carthey
1961 Carol Lee Zimmerman (62)
Carol Lee (Zimmerman) Bliss Shelby
Monterey County Herald, CA Feb 14, 2006
CAROL LEE SHELBY. September 30, 1943 - February 10, 2006. MONTEREY -
Carol Lee Shelby age 62 of Monterey. Carol was born in Des Moines, Iowa
and moved to the Monterey Peninsula when she was seven years old. She
passed away peacefully while surrounded by her loved ones. She
graduated from Pacific Grove High School and attended Monterey
Peninsula College. Throughout her working career she held positions as
a ceramics instructor, telecommunications manager and bookkeeper. She
is survived by her husband of thirty-five years, Richard Shelby, her
son, James Shelby, her daughter, Jennifer Shelby King and
granddaughters Lauren King and Audrey King. Family and close friends
will hold a private celebration of life. The family requests that in
lieu of flowers, a donation in Carol's name be made to The Boys & Girls
Club on the Monterey Peninsula. Arrangements by The Paul Mortuary of
Pacific Grove.