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17 April 2024

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In memoriam 
	 Carl E. ….

In memoriam Carl E. ….


In memoriam Carl E. Hatheway Join family and friends in honoring and celebrating the remarkable life of Carl E. Hatheway, the cherished founder and director of the Velvetones and proud member of the Leisure World community The celebration of life service will be held on Sunday April 21, from 3-4:30 p.m. in Clubhouse 4. The family invites all to reminisce, share stories, and reflect on the inpact Carl had on everyone’s lives. Let’s come together to honor his memory and the joy he brought to his community. Following the celebration of life services, people are welcome to join the family for The Velevetones Dance at 6 p.m. in Clubhouse 4. Let’s continue to celebrate Carl’s legacy through music, dance and cherished memories.

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Marcy Locy 
	1931-2024 
	 Marcy ….

Marcy Locy 1931-2024 Marcy ….


Marcy Locy 1931-2024 Marcy Locy left this world on Feb. 26, 2024, to go be with the Lord. Marcy was born in St. Louis, Missouri, on Aug. 15, 1931. She lived most of her childhood in Hayes, Kansas, where she met her husband of 60 years, Don Locy. They moved to California in 1952 where they raised their six children. Don and Marcy owned and operated an insurance office in Anaheim for over 36 years. They were members of St. Justin Martyr Church, where five of their six children attended school. Marcy worked as an accountant at JC Penny’s shortly after moving to California. She stopped working to raise a family, and then returned to work with Don in the insurance office. Marcy and her son David moved to Leisure World in 2010, where she lived until her death. While she lived in Leisure World, Marcy was captain of Mutual 6, Cribbage Club member and winner, golfer, ping-pong player and Eucharistic minister and bereavement minister at Holy Family Church in Leisure World. Marcy was very active in her parish, Holy Family Catholic Church, where she served as a bereavement minister and Eucharistic minister. Marcy enjoyed being surrounded by her family. She is survived by her siblings, Don Depperschmidt (Houston, Texas) Marilyn Ball (Tulsa, Texas); her children, Robert Locy, Beverly Taylor, David Locy, Gregory Locy, and Anthony Locy; her 17 grandchildren and 17 greatgrandchildren. Marcy’shusband, Don Locy, and her daughter, Paula Lago, preceded her in death. There will be a memorial service at Holy Family Catholic Church, officiated by Father Joseph Son Nguyen, today, April 18, 2024. The Rosary viewing will be held at 1 p.m. and the mass will be held at 2 p.m. A reception will follow in Clubhouse 4.

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10 April 2024

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Alicia De Anda  1940-2024 ….

Alicia De Anda 1940-2024 ….


Alicia De Anda 1940-2024 Alicia De Anda, a devoted Catholic, loving mother, sister, and aunt, passed away peacefully at the age of 83, surrounded by her family. She was born in Chihuahua, Mexico, and spent her formative years enjoying music, dancing, cinema, and the company of friends and family. After highschool she moved to southern California where she worked at a photography company making life long friendships. At a dance she met the love of her life, Simon, and raised three beautiful children. The family later relocated to Oklahoma, where she made lasting connections, before returning to California, where Alicia cherished the sunny weather. Ten years ago, she moved to Leisure World, where she actively contributed to her community at Holy Family Church and took pleasure in various activities such as dancing, the Sunshine Club, and the Coin Collection Club. Alicia is survived by her children, Alicia, Taylor, and Javier. As we bid farewell, may she rest in eternal peace

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David Martin Corp 1946-2024 
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David Martin Corp 1946-2024 ….


David Martin Corp 1946-2024 David Martin Corp, 78, was born February 13, 1946, in Van Nuys, California to Clarence Elmer Corp and Emma Frances Roach. David graduated to Heaven on March 20, 2024, in Los Alamitos, California. He and his wife, Linda, lived in Leisure World, Mutual 14, for the past 17 years. David proudly served in the United States Army in Viet Nam for two years and dedicated over 33 years of hard work while employed as a mockup builder in the Douglas/McDonald-Douglas/ Boeing Aircraft Company in Long Beach, California. David’s first love was his Lord Jesus Christ. He spent his life continually studying and learning about Jesus, and would always pray with anyone who needed intercession. He and his wife participated in many ministries together, their favorite being the marriage ministry. He enjoyed the friendships he made while serving. David was a loving husband, who treated his wife with gentleness and love. They spent their marriage on many adventures and in many ministries. He also was a loving family man, who thought highly of his sons and their families; always eager to see them and share time with them. He was interested in the lives of extended family, as well, and was always available to meet and share good times. He enjoyed his neighbors in his favorite hobby was working with wood, which he did his entire life. Dave’s services to celebrate his life will be on Saturday, April 20th at 11 a.m., at Calvary Cross Chapel, 16705 Gridley Rd, Cerritos, CA 90703.
03 April 2024

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Gertrude (Trudy) Brunsting 
	 Tr ….

Gertrude (Trudy) Brunsting Tr ….


Gertrude (Trudy) Brunsting Tr u d y ( Brouwer) Brunsting passed away on Feb. 22, 2024, after a long health battle. She had recently celebrated her 88th birthday with her entire family. Trudy was born in Hudson, South Dakota, on the family farm on a snowy February day. Her parents later moved to Rock Valley, Iowa, where she grew up and lived both on a farm and in town. After graduating from Western Christian High School, Trudy worked at the town drug store until her high school sweetheart, Alvin (Al) Brunsting, proposed. Once married, they moved many times throughout the years, from the east coast to the midwest, and on to California. When Trudy and Al first retired, they spent a short time in Arizona. Finally, in 2002 they settled in Leisure World in Seal Beach, California, to be near children and grandchildren. Trudy lost the love of her life, Al, in 2011, after many years of marriage. She loved to play games, sing, walk, knit and crochet, garden, spend time with friends/neighbors, family, and her grandchildren. Trudy also enjoyed potlucks, and having breakfast with friends. She attended Cornerstone Church in Long Beach, California. She is survived by four daughters, three granddaughters, three step-grandchildren, four step-great-grandchildren and two step great-great grandchildren, and also a brother with his family. Trudy will be missed greatly. Her family rejoices in the hope that they have in Jesus— that they will one day see her again in Heaven, and be reunited.

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Anita Smart 1923-2024 
	 Friend ….

Anita Smart 1923-2024 Friend ….


Anita Smart 1923-2024 Friend and neighbor Anita Smart turned 100 years old on Nov. 5, 2023 and died of congestive heart failure on Feb. 24, 2024. She was born in Los Angeles and went to Benjamin Franklin high school in Highland Park. She had three brothers and outlived them all. Anita met her husband, Bob, at a meeting when she was 16 years old, and they were married on Sept. 7, 1943. Bob was enlisted in the Army and went to UCLA after being released. He graduated and then went to work for Mobil Oil as a petroleum geologist. Bob and Anita moved around a lot because of Bob’s job.They lived in several states, including Connecticut, Utah, Texas and Colorado, ending up in California. Their son Michael was born in 1950 and their daughter Ann was born in 1952. During those years, Anita was a busy wife and mother, involved in the children’s lives. She was room mother for the Parent Teachers Association and served as PTA president twice. When the kids were grown, Bob and Anita moved to Stamford, Connecticut, and Anita went to work as a receptionist in a law firm. They eventually moved to San Clemente, California. Bob and Anita were happily married for 67 years. After Bob died of kidney failure in 2010, Anita sold their beautiful home in San Clemente and moved to Leisure World in 2012 to be closer to her daughter and son -in-law, who live in Rossmoor Estates. Anita belonged to the Cribbage Club and the Canasta Club, and made many friends in Leisure World. She enjoyed amazingly good health, as well as her nightly cocktail. She played crossword puzzles daily and walked around Leisure World often, even a few days before her death. Anita is survived by her two children, two grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.
27 March 2024

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Lloyd D. Haynes  1938-2024 ….

Lloyd D. Haynes 1938-2024 ….


Lloyd D. Haynes 1938-2024 Lloyd D. Haynes served in the Air Force from 19551959, where he did a tour in South Korea. After the war, he was an aircraft mechanic. Lloyd had been a resident of Leisure World, Seal Beach, since 2013. He enjoyed football, reading books about WWII history, and keeping up with current events. He also took pride in keeping his front garden in nice order. He was a private person, but was very warm if you got to know him as many of his neighbors did. In his younger years, his big passion was riding and working on his Ducati motorcycle. He also enjoyed taking his family on camping trips around California. Before retirement, he was a graphic designer for several big magazines included AARP. Lloyd is survived by his three children Matthew, Aaron, and Sara.
20 March 2024

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