Michael Edward Breen 1940-2022 Michae l Edward Breen, born April 19, 1940, passed away at home on Feb. 3 after a long battle with dementia. He was the son of Michael J. Breen and Maureen Costello. He is survived by Pauline, his wife of 61 years; sons, Michael of Seal Beach, Steven of Long Beach, and Marc and Toni Breen; two grandchildren, Olympia and Maximus Breen of Albuquerque, New Mexico; aunt, Gerry Costello in Waterbury, Connecticut; and many nieces and nephews. Mike was a resident of Leisure World for 15 years. He was active in many clubs including, Y’s Service, Golf League, karaoke and chorale. Some of his happiest times were at karaoke and being in the chorale shows. Mike was a true Red Sox fan as well as a fan of all sports. Mike spent many years here and in Connecticut, working as a referee in basketball and soccer. When there weren’t enough people to provide his boys Little League or flag football to play, he became the commissioner and stayed long after his boys had grown up. He moved to Leisure World after spending most of his life in and around Waterbury, Connecticut. He was always glad that he did not have to shovel snow ever again. After a lifetime helping others, Mike is at rest and cheering us along, as well as the Red Sox, of course. Services will be held March 25 at 10:30 a.m. at Holy Family Church in Leisure World; burial will be in the family plot in St. George Cemetery in Bakerfield, Vermont.

Lois Campbell 1915-2022 It is with heavy hearts and deep sadness that we say goodbye to our beloved mom, Lois Campbell. Lois passed away on Monday, Jan. 3, at 106 years young. She was a brilliant nurse, a compassionate caretaker, and a kind soul to everyone who she encountered. She was a very loving mother to her kids. She is survived by her son James Campbell; daughter Anne Manning; grandchildren Paul Manning and Sarah Whitebirch; great-grandchildren Jeffrey, Jake and Sofia; nieces, nephews and cousins. She is also survived by all of her family adopted through love: the children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren who she chose to call family with her big open heart. She was “Mom” to so many, and she will be deeply missed. A nurse to the very end, she has offered her body for the the purpose of scientific research so that other people can learn from her long and beautiful life. Her Celebration of Life service will take place when her ashes return from Science Care. Her family will publish the date and time of this celebration in the LW Weekly when that time comes. Until then, night, night. We love you Mom. sweet dreams and big hugs, momma, from your kids. See you at Starbucks, Mom!

••• Emmerson Schoonhoven 1929-2022 Emmerson Schoonhoven, longtime resident of Leisure World, passed away on Thursday, Jan. 13, at his home surrounded by loved ones at the age of 92. Emmerson was born in Freeport, Illinois, on Oct. 14, 1929, to Henry and Elsie Schoonhoven. He graduated from Brown’s Business College. He worked several years as a sales manager for Fairbanks in Freeport before moving to Southern California to work at Westinghouse, where he received an Award of Merit, the highest award the company gave later from ABB. Emmerson’s life was marked by a passion for serving Christ. No job within the church was too great or too small for him. He led the youth group, served in children’s ministry with AWANA, taught Sunday school, led discipleship classes and served as a deacon in many churches. He also directed the choir and sang solos with his lovely tenor voice. He encouraged everyone he met with his kindness and willingness to serve. Well into retirement, he was actively looking for ways to serve his Lord. At age 92, he still directed missions and did bookkeeping for Leisure World Baptist Church before moving to Alabama to be closer to his family last year. Emmerson was preceded in death by his first wife, Joyce; two sons, Steven and David; two brothers, Donald and Earl; and second wife, Marie. He is survived by his daughter, Elizabeth (David) Sevey, and son, William McIntosh; grandchildren Jeremy, Daniel, Norma, Dana (Tim) Humphrey, Nathan McIntosh, Andy McIntosh, and James Sevey; daughters-in-law Cristy (James) Scurlock and Fran (Glenn) Karstaedt; and a host of other family and friends. A memorial service was held at Daystar Church in Cullman, Alabama, on Jan. 17. The service was livestreamed for those who were unable to attend in person. In lieu of flowers, the family requested that donations be made in memory of Emmerson Schoonhoven designated specifically for his cousin Linda Craft and her husband Jonathan of Friends of Israel Gospel Ministries. Donations can be made online under the Support a Field Worker tab or sent to P.O. Box 908, Bellmawr, NJ, 08099.

Deanna Booher 1948-2022 Deanna Booher (aka Dee, Queenie), formerly of Mutual 9, passed away Jan. 7 at a hospital in Anaheim. She was born on Aug. 6, 1948, in Torrance, California. Deanna was a wrestler, roller derby skater, actress, singer and pioneer in the women’s movement and sexual revolution. She was best known for starring as Matilda the Hun on the first two seasons of the ‘80s hit-television series “G.L.O.W.: Gorgeous Ladies of Wrestling,” which more recently inspired the 2017 Emmynom inated “GLOW” on Netflix, which ran for three seasons. She also made appearances on many TV shows like “Married...with Children” and “Mama’s Family” and movies like “Spaceballs.” She also published her autobiography, “Glamazon Queen: My Life of Glitter, Guts, and Glory.” In October 2018, she starred onstage in “Afterglow: The 80s Musical Experience.” She was nominated for a Best Actress award for her performance, and later, she and the cast won for Best Ensemble of the Decade in 2020. During her residency in Leisure World, she often relaxed in the pool and sang at socials in her mutual. She was close friends with many LW residents, including Carol Gregurek and Julliena Okah. Deanna was married for over 40 years to Ken Booher until his death in 2007. She is survived by her son, Dean; daughter-inlaw, Kathleen; grandsons, Jaden and Logan; sister, Anita; and niece, Lori.