Roy Lutzi It is with deep sadness that we share the passing of Roy Lutzi who left us on Dec. 26, 2024, at the age of 83. He found his feet moving on every dance floor, his spirit drawn to every wave and mountain, and an opportunity to teach and help all around him. At Leisure World he would be frequently seen riding his bike and playing water volleyball, always with a smile on his face. Above all else was his profoundly deep love for his wife, Barbara, sister Jeanne, daughters Holly and Juliana, son-in-laws Anthony and Rob, and grandchildren Audrey, Michael, and Robbie, step children Amy and Jeff with their spouses Travis and Kerry and their children Abigail, Madeline, and Liv. His passion for life and his unwavering devotion to family and friends will forever be remembered. A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, Feb. 22, at 2 p.m. in Clubhouse 3.

Harold E. Bonnema Harold E. Bonnema was born Jan. 22, 1933 in Hawarden, Iowa to Peter and Leafy Bonnema. He was the youngest of seven children. Harold met the love of his life, Millie Miens. They were married on Feb. 14, 1952, after dating two years. They were blessed with four daughters and two sons. After several years of farming, Harold and Millie relocated from Northwest Iowa to Southern California in 1959. He had family in California to help them get started. Harold was a hard worker and had several different jobs, which included working at Artesia Implement Shop, a garage mechanic, Artesia Feed and Grain, a driver delivering Tupperware, and then retiring from West Coast Sand and Gravel. But you couldn’t hold him down; he started painting and doing odd jobs to help out family and friends for many years. When he wasn’t working he enjoyed traveling to Iowa, going on cruises, and camping and fishing trips with his family. He also enjoyed woodworking projects. This California farmer raised a calf in the backyard of the Artesia house, just two doors down from Trinity Church. God blessed Harold and Millie with 64 years of marriage, 17 grandchildren, 33 great-grandchildren and 11 great-great-grandchildren, representing five generations. Harold raised his family to love the Lord, and they regularly attended and served at Trinity Christian Reformed Church for over 55 years. Harold moved from LW to live the last year of his life at the Artesia Christian Home in Artesia, California. Harold was preceded in death by his wife, Millie, and daughters Sandra, Bonnie and Pamela.

Terry Otte 1942-2024 Terry Otte, a longtime resident of Leisure World, passed away peacefully on Nov. 24, 2024, surrounded by his loving family Born on Jan. 20, 1942 in Omaha, Nebraska, Terry was the oldest son of two boys born to Jack Gordon and Mabel Harriet. Terry served his country with honor in the U.S. Army, stationed in Germany. In 1997, Terry and his beloved wife of 58 years, Rosie, moved to Leisure World, where Terry’s love for music found a vibrant community. Together with his friend, Rod Anderson, he formed the band Terry Otte and Abilene in 2002. For more than two decades his music brought joytopackedaudiences at Clubhouse 2. His warm presence and musical talents became a cherished part of the Leisure World community. Terry is survived by his wife, Rosemarie, his children, John Michael Otte and Maria Aproda, his grandchildren, Mark Jr., Elton, John, Valentina, Daniel, David, Alan and Daniel, and nine great-grandchildren and many other extended family members and friends. Terry’s legacy lives on through the countless lives he touched with his music, his kindness and his unwavering dedication to his family and friends. Though his guitar may fall silent, the melody of his life will forever echo in the hearts of those who loved him. A celebration of Terry’s life will be held on Jan. 21, 2025, at Clubhouse 2 at 1 p.m. Friends and family are invited to attend and share memories. He willbe deeply missed and forever remembered.

Leah Lambros 1932-2024 With a heavy heart we announce the passing of Leah Lambros on Nov. 13, 2024, at the age of 92. Leah was an active resident of Mutual 5 for over a dozen years, enjoying new friends and old, family, books on tape, books not on tape, cooking, wine and champagne, Yahtzee, and bocce ball. Her work years included secretarial positions at State Farm Insurance and then concluded after many years working at Texaco in Wilmington. Leah was “forever young” and very independent. She had style! She was “feisty” but made strong friendships easily and often with the most interesting and loving people. She had immense curiosity, good humor, and an unnatural strength of character and spirit. The wisdom p r o v i d e d through the Theosophical Society and related speakers, books, and other materials helped shape Leah’s understanding of life. Even earlier this year she could be found on a Zoom call taking in conversations related to such matters. She also cherished her time volunteering each summer at Far Horizons Camp in the Sequoia National Forest. Leah was also very generous towards family and friends, and on several occasions opened her home for months on end to those in her circle who needed a place to stay, and maybe also needed her thoughtful and steady guidance. Leah made her world a better place. She loved us. We loved her. Leah raised her children as a single mother, mostly in Long Beach, California in the “Ranchos” neighborhood, and for a period of time before that near the South Shores area in San Pedro. She is survived by her son Michael Lambros and his wife Caren, her son Paul Lambros and Sheli, her daughter Julie Brebes and her husband Steve, along with her grandchildren Denise, Danny, and Lauren, and her five great-grandchildren.