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Bruce Walter Ohl

Jan 08, 1963 - Apr 15, 2024

Simi Valley, CA

Bruce Walter Ohl, age 61, formally of Simi Valley, CA, passed away Monday, April 15, 2024. Bruce completed his education in Simi Valley with some college. He worked in residential and commercial construction. He is survived by his father, Elmer Ohl, his sister and her husband, Brenda and Ken Wells, brother and his wife, Brian and Cori Ohi, daughter Casandra Krisatis and his three grandchildren, Lila, Calista and James. He has 4 nieces and 4 nephews; Baylie, Benjamin, Peyton, Pierson, Carson, Madyn, Marley and Broxton. He has a short bout with aggressive cancer. His father, Elmer, daughter Casandra, her mom Kathy and myself (Brenda) spent the last several days with him. Bruce was surrounded with deep love and engulfed in peace upon leaving this place. May God rest his soul. Bruce always had a smile and moment for all people he encountered. He had a knack for seeing others just as they are. Anyone that knew Bruce, knew he had struggles in life. He was independent by nature and refused to burden anyone. Even in his end times there was conflict in pushing the nurse's Call button. In Simi Adventist Hospital's nurses' station, they had a white board that said "Who is your favorite patient today?" There was the name BRUCE about 10 times. He wanted to get back to work. He just wanted to finish his treatment to get back to work. He said it several times. "Work." He felt needed and wanted. For Bruce, this was everything. His father, Elmer, taught him everything he knew along with Tony and Jimmy, whom brought Bruce into a beautiful place of being his OWN man. Bruce has his after hours family of Pokemon Go comrades as well. There was a common thread between them in hunting Pokemon that blossomed into a care and concern for each other. The love and acceptance between them is extraordinary. Bruce also loved to race soapbox derby cars when he was a teen. He enjoyed making his own car to race. He was always respectful and a true gentleman. The love he gave out was immeasurable. He had many talents, such as playing his bass guitar, building things, teaching our children and making old ladies smile. He will be deeply missed by all!

Mary Romine

Jun 13, 1930 - Apr 13, 2024

Simi Valley, CA

Mary Romine passed away peacefully in her sleep at her home in Oakmont of Simi Valley memory care facility. She was 93 years old.Mary was born in San Francisco, California and grew up in Eagle Rock, California. All through her school years she was under the impression her first name was Ellen, so most of the people in her life knew her that way. She was quite surprised when, after requesting her birth certificate, she discovered her first name was actually Mary.Mary graduated from St. Andrews Catholic High School for Girls in 1948. After a brief stint as a bookkeeper, she joined the Women’s Army Corps (WAC), where she fulfilled her dream of traveling the world.After leaving the WACs, she met and married Herman Romine. They settled in La Crescenta, California and raised five children as well as caring for other children of friends and family. Once her own children were grown, Mary became a Teacher’s aide for the Special Education class at Dunsmore Elementary School. She enjoyed this work for 10 years before retiring. Herman and Mary were married 41 years before divorce sent them on their separate ways. Mary moved to Simi Valley in 1997 to be close to her son and grandchildren. She lived a fun and carefree life in Simi hosting her many family members and friends at her townhouse, from Oscar parties to the epic Family Christmas celebration.Mary is preceded in death by her son Robert William, who passed away in 2019. She is survived by her other children, daughter Patricia and son-in-law Chris Fraas, daughter Cheryl, son James and grandchildren Trevor and Hailey. She is also survived by her sisters, Alice Turner and Sister Christina Lee and estranged daughter, Kate Romine.Mary was loved by so many, and she has surely earned her place in heaven. We will remember her fondly as Mom, Auntie Ellen, Nana, and Mrs. Mary.

George "Jerzy" Michael Wienckowski, Sr

Nov 07, 1944 - Apr 02, 2024

Simi Valley, CA

George "Jerzy" Michael Wienckowski, Sr, aged 79, passed away suddenly and unexpectedly on April 2, 2024, at Simi Valley Adventist Hospital. He was born on Nov 7, 1944, in Unislaw, Poland, to Michael Wienckowski & Marta Janiszewska (who passed away when he was 3 months old), cared for by Polish relatives until he could travel to America, and later raised by his step-mother Janina Gosztowt (Jeannette Wienckowski) as her own son. George fell in love with Angela Cimmilluca of Long Island upon meeting her at a Fredonia State University orientation. He pursued their relationship faithfully over the next few years and they married on August 5th, 1967 and had 3 loving children. George’s determination, resourcefulness, sense of adventure, and wonderful personality supported his love of family and friends through multiple challenges, service in the Coast Guard, five careers and moves from Buffalo NY, to Massapequa and Selden NY (Long Island), Fort Lauderdale and Cape Coral FL, Chatsworth and finally Simi Valley CA largely in support of their children and parents. He is preceded in death by brother Richard (1940s, Poland), his father Michael (1996, FL), his son George, Jr (1994, FL), sisters Marie Susko (1990, NY) and Wendy Gerena (2014, CT), and niece Lindsay Gerena (2022, CT). He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Angela Wienckowski of Simi Valley, CA; sister, Christine and Jerry Hageman of Buffalo, NY; brother, Andy Wienckowski of Rock Island, TN; Son Jeffrey Wienckowski and wife Heidi of Northridge, CA; Daughter Jennifer Hebert of Canoga Park, CA; Grandchildren Audrey and Grace Hebert of Simi Valley, CA; and Beckett and Flora Wienckowski of Northridge, CA. Nephew Jamie Hageman; Niece Sherrie Hageman; Nephew David Hageman; Niece Nancy Hageman; Nephew Jaiden Pitts; Nephew Mark Susko; Cousin Terenia (Jon) Pollock of Reseda, CA; Cousins Henry and Edward Wienckowski (TX, CT); Lorraine Stachowiak, Diane Drake and Cathy Licht (Weselowska, VA, NC); 2nd cousins Kristina and Michael Pollock, and many nieces and nephews on the east coast. A viewing is scheduled for Friday, April 19th from 4-9 PM at the Rose Family Funeral Home, 4444 Cochran Street, Simi Valley, CA 93063 www.rosefamilyfuneralhome.com Funeral services with Military Honor Guard will take place the following Saturday, April 20th at 9 AM at the San Fernando Mission on 15151 San Fernando Mission Blvd., Mission Hills, CA 91345. (go through the large wooden entrance to the Church across the courtyard) A reception will follow at their home at 2706 Reflections Lane, Simi Valley, CA 93065. Please request gate code from the family. All are welcome to attend and celebrate George’s life. His final interment will take place on Monday, April 22nd at 1pm at Oakwood Memorial Park on 22601 Lassen St, Chatsworth CA, 91311. George’s mother died of TB when he was 3 months old. He had an older brother Richard, who had been run over when he hopped on the back of a truck carrying potatoes that the German soldiers had come to get. Although he never met him, George always felt as if his brother was by his side in spirit, helping him. His father and his 2 small daughters had to go to Germany to a work camp during WWII. His father later met and married Jeanette Gostowt in the camps, and being a US citizen by birth, emigrated to Buffalo NY after being liberated by the allies. George was left in Poland to be raised by his grandmother Katarzyna, his aunt Florentyna and his uncle until the age of 10. George was then given a picture of his family and was told that he would be flying to America by himself to be with them. The plane stopped in Copenhagen, where the pilot took him to Tivoli Gardens and then to the pilot’s home. The next day they flew to New York and subsequently on to Buffalo where he was to meet his sisters, new brother and mother, and his birth father. The pilot had given him a banana which he had never had, so he put it into his pocket and a Hershey bar which melted. When he pulled out the names of his family, the banana had mushed all over it but his “new” family happily found him. His father Michael, his two sisters Christine and Marie, his stepmom Janina Gosztowt (Jeanette), and his new little brother Andy received him joyfully. They drove home to Depew, New York and George said that the first thing his father did was take him to his Uncle Frank’s tailor shop in Buffalo NY, and had him measured for 2 suits. His cousin Henry taught him his first English words and he remembers George running up the block yelling, “lunch-box, lunch-box”. George attended St. Casimir’s elementary school for a short time and then PS 69. He learned English very quickly, but he retained perfect Polish his entire life despite not using it. He graduated from Seneca Vocational High in Buffalo, NY in 1964 as an electrician. In his junior year he went to a college preview program at Fredonia State University NY for a week to see what college life was like. It was there that he met Angela Cimmilluca, from North Massapequa, NY who would eventually become the love of his life. At Fredonia, they took practice classes, had a lot of fun activities, and met a lot of friends. He said when he saw Angela in a skit, dressed as a cavegirl, with a bone in her long dark hair down to her waist, he fell in love. They all parted as friends and the group all promised to write to each other. George needed a ride back home, so Angela’s ride, Flavia and Donna’s mom offered to drive him. While Donna and Flavia were inside talking to George’s mom and sisters, Angela was out playing football with George and his friends. George and Angela wrote friendly letters to each other, and the others in the group. Angela decided to go to college locally on Long Island, and went to Molloy University to become a teacher. They wrote letters to each other as friends for over a year. They got to know each other even though George had a girlfriend and Angela a boyfriend. He broke up with his girlfriend when he joined the Coast Guard on Jan 12, 1965 shortly after graduation. After boot camp, he was stationed in Staten Island, New York. He got in touch with Angela and asked if he could see her. Little did she know that he had hitchhiked from Staten Island to North Massapequa, NY. She also did not know that the first time he met her dad he told him, “I’m going to marry your daughter”. She broke up with her boyfriend, who asked her to wait when he went into the Green Berets. George came out as often as he could and they wrote each other every day. He continued to hitchhike for a while and slept on a bench at the train station. She never knew until after they were married, that he scraped boats to earn extra money to take her out. He was stationed in the Great Lakes and also in Greenland where he called her ship to shore. They continued to write each other every day, and he asked her to marry him, after obtaining her dad’s permission. They had a two-year engagement, and he married Angela Cimmilluca, (North Massapequa, NY) just before she become a senior in college on August 5, 1967. George was honorably discharged on August 28, 1968 after his eyes were burned while changing a lightbulb on the top mast of the ship during a storm. The couple lived in Massapequa for 5 years, where Angela got a teaching job upon graduation at Massapequa Park Elementary. After his discharge George got a job as an electrician at Potter Electronics. He went to school evenings, while working, to get a degree in Criminal Justice. They built their dream house in Selden, NY in 1972. It was supposed to be their “forever” home. George got into the Police Academy and joined the Suffolk County Police Department, a job he loved. He also did electrical work on the side because Angela had to stop teaching when their first child, Jennifer Lynn was born in August 1973. Their 2nd child, George Michael, Jr. was born in May 1975. Their third child was born in 1978 with a rare heart condition and would need open heart surgery when he grew stronger, at about a year old. Unfortunately, George was forced to retire after 5 years from the job he loved at the Police Department, due to a scooter accident. During his 5 years on the PD they went camping a lot as he had a lot of time off. They loved going down south into the warmer weather. They decided on making a move to Florida and got the name of a pediatric cardiologist at the University of Miami. They drove down to Florida towing a large travel trailer with a Suburban, blew the transmission when they pulled into the campground where they planned on living until they could find a home. They met Irena and Tony there who were trying camping for the first time. George flew back to NY to drive their other car back down. After George left, there was a severe tropical storm and he couldn’t get in touch with Angela and the 3 small children who were stranded there alone with no phone or electricity. The husband of the couple they had met, Tony, managed to drive back through the severe storm despite major flooding to rescue Angela and her 3 small children. George got back safe with the other car and they became very good friends. After checking out schools, they decided to move to Cooper City, on the east coast, outside of Ft. Lauderdale. They drove down to the University of Miami, and walked in off the street to see Dr. Gelband, the name of the heart doctor they were given, without an appointment. They had no idea that he was world famous, yet he took the time to sit with them and discuss all their concerns and the risks with the surgery. It wasn’t a choice, it had to be done. They decided on Dr. Gelband right then and there. The surgery was successful. When George’s son was 7 he was asked to be the State Poster child for the American Heart Association, and Dr. Gelband, who was the head of the AHA at that time. They made a National commercial with him and his Grandfather who also had heart surgery. They decided to relocate once more, because it was difficult for George to find work. He was 3 classes away from his Criminal Justice Degree, which he never got to finish once the children came along. They wanted to move to the Gulf Coast because crime was increasing and they wanted to be closer to George’s parents who had recently moved to Punta Gorda. They settled in Cape Coral, Fl and bought a house on a large piece of property on a lake that led out to the Gulf of Mexico. The house needed lot of work but George was very handy and they both had always wanted a house on the water. They had a jet ski and a boat sitting in their backyard, and could be out in the Gulf of Mexico in 10 min. They thought this was going to be their forever home. Angela was hired as a Kindergarten teacher at Gulf Elementary and George started his own successful detective agency, Scorpion Investigations. They had a very comfortable life in Cape Coral with a large community of friends. Their daughter, Jennifer Lynn, won a beauty pageant competition, and was Miss Cape Coral, 1993. Their son George Jr. died tragically in April 1994. Shortly after, they decided to take a cross country trip, something George had always wanted to do. In California they connected with George’s cousin Terenia Pollock. Her mother was the aunt that had raised George in Poland (Terenia was not born yet at that time). It just so happened that his aunt Florentyna was in the US visiting Terenia from Poland at that time. They had not seen each other in 50 years. It was quite an incredible reunion. When Jeffrey graduated from high school, he wanted to attend Columbia College in California. George and Angela were still grieving the loss of their son and had originally been told that Jeffrey would probably not makeit past 25. They had lost one child, and could not bear the possible loss of another 3,000 miles away. Once again, they picked up their lives, left their home unsold and moved out to California and bought a home in Chatsworth, where they built a new community of family and friends. Angela was able to secure a teaching job, and George began a new career working as the Head of Security at the Warner Center Marriott until retirement. He had an entire collection of unique and fun ties. When he worked at the Marriott he wore a different tie each day. In 2004 the family took a memorable trip to Bamberg, Germany and then Poland to visit George’s aunt and the family where he had been born and raised. They also traveled to Italy where Angela’s family was from. Angela took a fall at work and was forced to retire from the job she loved. She ended up joining the North Valley YMCA where she helped to start a “Red Hat Society”, which she was the “Queen” of for 10 years. Since George was not yet retired, she insisted that they take weekend trips with husbands, even though that was not the custom for the Red Hats. They took many wonderful trips all around Southern CA. They once again, made a very large circle of close friends. In 2010, George and Angela welcomed their first grandchild Audrey Hebert, and in 2012, Grace Hebert, by their daughter Jennifer. Angela had to step down from her Red Hat role, as they fought for their grandchildren, who were illegally taken from their mother. Angela and George persistently fought the system for several years as they were illegally placed in foster care and almost adopted out to strangers. In 2014, they welcomed grandson Beckett Wienckowski, and in 2017 granddaughter Flora Wienckowski, by their son Jeffrey and wife Heidi. George and Angela have stepped in as grandparents and full-time legal guardians of Audrey and Grace, raising the two girls in their golden retirement for the past 7 years until his unexpected passing. They had been taking care of Angela’s dad, John Cimmilluca, who had a small stroke, so they decided to move to Simi Valley in order to give John a downstairs bedroom and for the safety of the girls. John Cimmilluca passed peacefully at home surrounded by family and friends on September 1, 2021. George was one in a million. A great guy, who was kind, loving and friendly to all he met. He was funny and sweet. He was loved by many. He loved Star Wars and took the family to see it 8 times when it first came out. He was also a Trekkie and accumulated a large array of fun ties. Angela decided to bury George wearing one of his favorite Star Wars ties. He was a wonderful father and grandfather. His wife of almost 57 years was his soulmate and cannot bear the thought of living without him. His granddaughters feel he replaced the father they did not have. He will be treasured in the hearts of many, many people. Especially us.

Lois Girsky

Mar 06, 1940 - Apr 17, 2024

Simi Valley, CA

March 6, 1940 - April 17, 2024 Mount Sinai Simi Valley - Kamenir Chapel 6150 Mount Sinai Drive Simi Valley, CA 93063 Please choose your subscription settings below, you can unsubscribe through email at any time. Email me when someone posts in the guestbook Email me when an update is made to the obituary Email me on the anniversary of passing If you will be attending a funeral service at Mount Sinai and are not familiar with our Jewish funeral traditions and customs, we encourage you to visit our page. Our cemeteries are open Sunday through Friday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Warren N. Handler

Nov 20, 1930 - Apr 16, 2024

Simi Valley, CA

November 20, 1930 - April 16, 2024 Mount Sinai Simi Valley - Kamenir Chapel 6150 Mount Sinai Drive Simi Valley, CA 93063 Please choose your subscription settings below, you can unsubscribe through email at any time. Email me when someone posts in the guestbook Email me when an update is made to the obituary Email me on the anniversary of passing If you will be attending a funeral service at Mount Sinai and are not familiar with our Jewish funeral traditions and customs, we encourage you to visit our page. Our cemeteries are open Sunday through Friday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Frank Robert Perez

Sep 10, 1946 - Apr 07, 2024

Simi Valley, CA

Frank Robert Perez, age 77, of Simi Valley, California passed away on Sunday, April 7, 2024. A funeral service for Frank will be held Wednesday, April 17, 2024 from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM at External Service Location, 11500 Sepulveda Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 91345.

Kathleen Marie Jones

May 04, 1952 - Mar 27, 2024

Simi Valley, CA

Kathleen Marie JonesMay 4, 1952 - Mar 27, 2024Kathleen Marie Jones was born in Lynwood, CA and passed away peacefully in Simi Valley, CA. She was just shy of 72 years old.Kathy was a concert mistress for the Compton Youth Orchestra. She played her violin in most of the major concert halls and many of the Christian churches in the greater Los Angeles area. As a young adult she formed her own string quartet and played in many of the Christian churches in and around the Simi Valley area.Kathy earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Health Science and received her California Physical Therapy Certification form CSU Northridge/UCLA. She practiced outpatient orthopedic physical therapy for 47 years. Kathy helped to improve the health of thousands of her patients. She formed three private physical therapy practices including: Kathleen M. Jones Physical Therapy, West Coast Physical Therapy, and Simi Hills Physical Therapy. She was a chief physical therapist for three outpatients orthopedic physical therapy practices including: Thomas Reed Physical Therapy in West Hills, Thousand Oaks, and Van Nuys; Dave Dennies' Sports Motion Physical Therapy in Calabasas; and Roxanne Gerry's Community Center Physical Therapy in West Hills.Kathy was very healthy for much of her life, but she also faced some major health issues. She was a Type I (insulin dependent) Diabetic for over 65 years. This led to some complications that required major eye surgeries, dialysis, and transplanted kidney. Back in the late 1980's her UCLA Medical Center doctor suggested that if she could eat a low protein, low fat, and low salt diet, she might be able to extend the life of her kidneys --but this had not been done before, and it was only a theory. Kathy set herself to the task and with her diet extended the life of her kidneys four years longer than the projected loss date. She wrote a cookbook, "Kathy's Better Health Cookbook," a first of its kind that included the nutrients in all her recipes. She followed her diet for her transplanted kidney and it lasted 29 years, more than twice the life span of most transplanted kidneys.Kathy is survived by her husband, Gregory Thomas Jones -- "My Wonderful Girl" and I were married 42 very happy years, her daughter, Kelley Lynn Cook, her husband David Cook and three grandchildren: Cole, Rashel, and Mia. We are all doing pretty well. We will miss her.

Lester Lee Rusk

Mar 31, 1931 - Apr 07, 2024

Simi Valley, CA

Lester Lee Rusk 1931 - 2024 Our loving father, grandfather, great grandfather, passed away April 7, 2024. He was born on March 31, 1931 in Hamlin, West Virginia to Homer and Helen Rusk. Lester graduated from Hamlin High in 1950, then attended Marshall University. He was drafted into the Air Force in 1952 and was honorably discharged in 1956. Lester married his pen pal Mary on December 14, 1957. They were blessed with 4 children, Jeff, Leslie, Carol and Kristie. Lester is survived by his son Jeff (Michelle) Rusk, daughters Carol (Rodger) Johnson and Kristie Rusk, granddaughters Stephanie Roberts and Megan (Mike) Shoop and great grandson Shawn Roberts, brother John Rusk and lots of loving nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his wife of 65 years, Mary in 2022. Also preceded by his parents, daughter Leslie Doreen Rusk and his brother Adrian Rusk. Lester was a very active member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints since joining in 1952. He served in many callings and areas of the church. Lester lived in Hamlin, Huntington and Barboursville WV until moving in 1983 to Simi Valley, CA. He made many close friends in WV and CA. Lester had several jobs, but retired from his job at Kerr Glass. Lester enjoyed spending time with his family, with his dog Chad and his cat Miss Kitty. He loved listening to music and collecting albums and cd’s. Lester loved growing up in WV. Lester was a hard worker in whatever he did and loved his family. Funeral Services will be held on Saturday, April 27, 2024 at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Township building at 10am, 3979 Township Ave Simi Valley. Burial will be at 2pm at Pierce Brothers Cemetery, 5600 Lindero Canyon Rd, Westlake Village, CA.

Beverly Diane Canestro

Nov 21, 1927 - Apr 01, 2024

Simi Valley, CA

Beverly Diane Canestro (Bev) age 96, Simi Valley Ca. passed away on April 1,2024 in Simi Valley Ca. Surrounded by family and people who cared about her. Service will be held at St Peter Claver Church 2380 Stow St. Simi Valley Ca. On April 26th, Friday at 10:00 am, Father Riz will be officiating. Reception will follow. Private Burial following at Conejo Mountain Memorial. Rose Family will be handling Funeral arrangements and coordination. Beverly Canestro was born in Alberta, Canada to Dewetta and Charles Heaton November 21,1927 In Oregon She met Joseph and they were married on June 9th, 1946. They had four children.David,Diane Cathee and Annette. The family moved to Baltimore, Maryland for a few years. Then the family moved to California where they enjoyed a full rich life. She was in the party shop business 26 years.Her hobbies were sewing, gardening, crocheting,puzzles,painting she also sang with a group called The Harmonettes, Beverly was involved with her church as well. She enjoyed her family and lunches with friends. Survived by her daughters Diane Illingworth and Annette williams Diane and David Illingworth family Julia, husband Sean Quillen- Daughter Claire Heather, husband Chris Klawitter- children CJ,Emma, Andrew, Benjamin, Luci, Joseph Adam, wife Michelle Allen-children Noah, Noelle, Natalia, Navy Annette and Greg Williams family Nathaniel, wife Nadia Semczuk Williams Brianne-son Derrick Zechariah, wife Courtney - daughter Charlotte Lindsey is engaged to Maxx Henry Ryan Canestro son of David Canestro and Janice Prentice Ryan’s children-Gianni and Cianna Melissa Canestro daughter of David Canestro and Janice Prentice Melissa, husband Jake Wiegel - children Scarlett and Hudson Travis Christofil Son of Catherine and John Christofil Courtney Haynes daughter of Catherine and John Christofil Courtney, husband Chris Haynes-Son Tristan John Christofil Jimmy Conroy son of Susan Canestro- children James David (JD), Jacob,Joseph Julianna daughter of Susan, Julianna and Dror- children Leighelle,Benjamin, Daniel Beverly's brother Loren,nephew Robert Hayorth and family, Shirley Hagan niece and other family members. Preceded in death Joseph Canestro husband,Catherine Christofil daughter,David Canestro son.Susan Canestro daughter in law. Donations can be sent to your favorite charity. Special Thanks to her Family and Friends and all who loved her!

Mary Olivia Dutra

Nov 22, 1931 - Mar 16, 2024

Simi Valley, CA

Mary Olivia Dutra, nee Worm, passed away peacefully March 16, 2024. She was 92. Born on November 22, 1931 in Whitewater, Wisconsin, Mary lived a rich life dedicated to family and faith. Mary’s early life was tumultuous. Her adopted father, Olaf, passed away when she was only 6, and her and Lillian, her great aunt and adopted mother, moved throughout the Midwest. Lillian worked as a parish cook and maid, so they often lived in convents, allowing Mary to fortify her Catholic faith. As a young adult, Mary moved to California and worked at McDonnell Douglas as she raised her two children, Jacqueline and Michael, in Venice. In the ‘70s, she transitioned careers and worked as a nurse for decades before retiring in the 1990s. Mary was known to easily befriend people, including some stars of Old Hollywood like Mickey Rooney, and would swoon over their stories of golden times over a good steak (rare) and beer (ice cold). In her later years, Mary enjoyed volunteering in various ministries at local parishes and spending time with neighbors, friends, and family. Always enamored with nature, she found comfort in her dogs and cats, as well as Leo T, her beloved desert tortoise. Mary took Christ’s message of service seriously, and ended her life giving as much as she could to a variety of Catholic charities. Mary is survived by her daughter and son, Jacqueline Dutra and Michael Dutra, as well as six grandchildren (Chenoa, Cameron, Austin, Sophia, Olivia and Anna), four great-grandchildren (Isabella, Vivian, Hudson and Audrey), and her sister, Jan Lennon. The family would like to thank the nurses and staff who lovingly cared for her at Country Villa Sheraton Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, as well as the priests and families at St. Rose of Lima Church who took the time to regularly visit her. The family is hosting a rosary on Thursday, April 18 at 7 p.m. at Reardon Funeral Home in Simi Valley. The funeral will be held on Friday, April 19 at 10 a.m. at St. Rose of Lima Church in Simi Valley. A burial in Mary’s hometown of Whitewater, Wisconsin, will take place in May.