McCombs (Audie), Edmund Dunn (Cary) and Lori Galvin (Lonnie); grandchildren, Webb Dunn, Ethan Dunn, Lane Galvin, Chance Galvin, Dane McCombs (Lauren) and Shauni McCombs; great granddaughter, Tinsley McCombs; sister, Lynn Milton (Ron); nieces and nephews, Gary Dunn (Loressa), Brian Dunn (Linda),
Karen Marsters (Brian) and Debbie Fletcher and their families. Larry was preceded in death by his parents, brother, Robert Dunn, and sister-in-law, Ellen Dunn. Graveside services were held at the Alturas Cemetery, on Monday, March 2, 2015. Donations in Larry’s memory can be made to the Wounded Warrior Project.
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several fraternal, professional and philanthropic groups beginning with Phi Sigma Kappa fraternity in college. Others included the Capitol Outing Duck Club, Royal Order of Jesters with the Shriners, Sacramento Amador El Dorado Cattlemen’s Association that he served as president, Western State Meat Packers Association, Sacramento Grandfathers Club and Los Paisano Camp of the Rancheros Visitadores, in addition to supporting many youth groups in the region. “He was a true outdoorsman, through and through,” said son Mike. “Some of (his) best times were spent hunting and fishing with his family and many friends.” Besides Carolyn, Dick was preceded in death by his sister, Sue Ann Popp and grandson Daniel. He is survived by his wife Janet Hume with whom he spent several years traveling extensively; children Debbie Goehring (Arden), Tom Harry (Cindy), and Mike Harry (Anne); grandchildren Kristina Backer (Tony), Rachael and Camille Harry and Elliott and Mitchell Harry; and nephew Curtis Popp (Susan). A celebration of Dick’s life took place March 13 in Elk Grove. Remembrances may be made to the Carolyn and Dick Harry Memorial Scholarship, Elk Grove Regional Scholarship Foundation, P.O. Box 2021, Elk Grove, CA 95759; the CCHAT Center Sacramento, 11100 Coloma Rd., Rancho Cordova, CA 95670; Project R.I.D.E., 8840 Southside Ave., Elk Grove, CA 95624; or the Shriners Hospital for Children, 2425 Stockton Blvd., Sacramento, CA 95817 Att: Bo. The family extends special thanks to the UC Davis Medical Center, M.D. Anderson Cancer Center and caregiver Bogie.
Dick Harry, owner of Elk Grove Meat Company and cattle rancher whose operations spanned three states, died Feb. 16, 2015 following a long illness. He was 79. Many Elk Grove residents will remember the meat company with its iconic cow just east of Old Town Elk Grove. It was founded in 1950 by brothers Tom and Carl Harry; later Tom bought his brother’s share. Son Dick took over in 1974 and operated the business until it closed in 1989, shipping and packing meat all over northern California, especially the Bay Area. His family said his real passion was for his cattle ranching operation which he began at age 14 with the purchase of one cow. His sons joined him in the business that now covers California, Nevada and Oregon. “Dick loved spending time on the ranch and including friends on the annual cattle drives at the Lucky 7 Ranch in McDermitt, Nevada,” they said. Thomas Richard Harry was born June 23, 1935 in Sacramento to Estelle “Sis” and Tom Harry. He grew up in Land Park and graduated from McClatchy High School where he played football. He then attended the University of California, Davis, graduating in 1957. It was while he was in college that he met his future wife, Carolyn Tyler, and together they raised their three children. She preceded him in death in 1996. Dick was a member of
Pete Stavrianoudakis Pete Stavrianoudakis passed away Feb. 14, 2015 at his home surrounded by his family. He was born on Feb. 28, 1936 to Pantelis and Maria Stavrianoudakis. He was a lifelong resident of Hilmar, where he attended grammar school and graduated from Hilmar High School. Pete was a farmer in Hilmar for most of his life and was involved with several community organizations including, Hilmar FFA, Valley Tractor Pullers Association, Hilmar Footbal Boosters and was a member of the Hilmar Lions Club since 1968. He was also a member of the Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church in Modesto. Pete’s favorite pastimes included tractor pulling, building and fabricating, restoring antique tractors, visiting with friends at his shop and watching family activities. In his earlier years, Pete enjoyed bowling and softball. Pete also loved to host barbeques and entertain friends, and will be best remembered for his laugh. Pete is preceded in death by his parents, Pantelis and Maria Stavrianoudakis, his brothers, Stratis Stavrianoudakis, Steve Stavrianoudakis and Stephen Stavrianoudakis, his sisters, Katina Kordazakis, Annie Arvelas. Pete is survived by his wife; Karen Stavrianoudakis, his children; Darren Stavrianoudakis, Dana Stavrianoudakis (Adam Andrino), stepchildren; Buddy (Elizabeth) Cozzitorto, Chuck (Nicole) Cozzitorto and Robin (Johnny) Mattos, grandchildren, Brandon Stavrianoudakis, Kayla Stavrianoudakis, Falynn Mattos, Georgia Cozzitorto, Gianni Cozzitorto and Camryn Mattos. He is also survived by his sisters, Angie Devins, Bessie Micheletos and Olympia Peterson, as well as many nieces and nephews. Services were held funeral will be held Feb. 23. Memorial contributions can be made in Pete’s memory to The Hilmar Football Boosters or the Hilmar FFA, both care of Hilmar High School, 7807 Lander Ave. Hilmar, CA 95324. April 2015 California Cattleman 45