All Obituaries

Elaine Sturges, age 83, passed away unexpectedly on September 14, 2021. Elaine was born in San Francisco on Jan 10,1938 to Kenneth A and Marie E Sturges. She graduated from St. Francis Girls High School in June1955 and entered the Sisters of St. Francis in September. She earned her Masters degree from the University of San Francisco then taught in elementary schools in California and Montana for over 30 years. She principal at St. Francis Elementary School before leaving the convent and...

Yuriy Oliynyk was one of those talented people who make up the elite of any society. Like most political emigrants from Ukraine, he never forgot his origins and spent his life trying to make the world known and remembered for the existence of the now independent Ukraine, which was part of the USSR a decade ago. His active performing, pedagogical, musical and public activities, and in particular, his work as a composer are a clear confirmation of his faithful service to his people....

The world lost a bright light when Harold “Art” Dorl passed peacefully on August 29, 2021, after a short illness. Art was born on February 6, 1947, in Keyport, New Jersey, to Harold and Ola Dorl.  He is survived by his wife, Sharon, and brother-in-law Bill Sifers and Bill’s daughter Danielle Dunn.  Also surviving are sisters Cindy (Fred) Bonhamer and Martha (Everett) Feight, and brother David (Cyndi) Dorl.  He also leaves cousin Harry (Norine) Roberts,...

Robert Anthony De Tore was born January 31st 1955 in Bronx, New York. When he was two years old, His family moved to Los Angeles, California. At an early age Bob (or Bobby) as he was called, started playing guitar, which eventually led into a career of playing professionally. All who knew Bobby, knew him as a gifted and gentle Man, with a great sense of humor. He was also an avid Dodger fan! He is survived by His brother Philip De Tore, His Nephew Philip De Tore Jr and his family ,and...