6 Thursday, September 8, 2016
Coastal View News • Carpinteria, California
Obituaries
Raymond Lopez Goena 5/7/1930 – 9/6/2016 Raymond Lopez Goena was born on May 7, 1930 in Carpinteria California. He passed away peacefully Sept. 6, 2016 surrounded by family at his ranch in Carpinteria. “Rinkys” was a Korean War Veteran and lifelong resident of Carpinteria. Raymond, a Carpinteria High School Hall of Famer, still holds the record with three kick returns for touchdowns in his career. Ray is survived by his wife Vera of 59 years, three children, Mina (Sam), Lisa (Ed), and Steven and former daughterin-law Christine; eight grandchildren, Michael (Kim), Raymond, Wyley, Oliver, Jake, Robby, Mathew and Alex; and one great-granddaughter, Riley. He is also survived by his sister, Virginia Goena Tryon. He is predeceased by his parents, Ascencion and Jose Goena, brothers Joe, Arnold and Luis, sisters Charlotte Goena, Emma Echeverria, Madeline Goena and Aurora Kountz. Special thanks Adriana Martinez, his caregiver, and Visiting Nurse and Hospice Care. Services will be held on Saturday, Sept. 10 at 11:30 a.m. at the Carpinteria Cemetery.
Patricia “Patti” McKay Grewe 2/19/1926 - 8/22/2016
Patricia “Patti” McKay Grewe passed away peacefully the evening of Aug. 22 with her devoted husband, Bernard, by her side. Patti was born Patricia Ann McKay in Detroit, Mich. on Feb. 19, 1926, to Ellen Erin and William McKay. She graduated from Visitation High School in Detroit and attended Mercy College. Patti met Bernie on a hayride. They married in 1949 and enjoyed 67 love-filled years together. In 1950 they moved to California eventually settling in Canoga Park where they raised their six children: Pandora (Gino), Nell (Eddy), Bill (Tammie), March Ann (Larry), Mary Jo (Wayne) and Tom (Lisa). In 1977 they made Carpinteria their home and more recently relocated to Arroyo Grande and Morro Bay. In addition to her six children, Patti is survived by her sister, Peggy; 19 grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren, along with numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents and two sisters, Cathy and Gene. Patti had a very strong faith in God. She loved the Lord Jesus and shared that love with others through testimony and song. Patti had a beautiful voice. She took joy in helping others, and everyone loved her. In Bernie’s words, “She was the best.” Her children, family, and friends agree. In order to honor her wishes, interment was private and a memorial will be held at a later date. If you would like to honor Patti, Bernie requests that you consider making a donation to your local food bank. Remember to add a little chocolate, it was her favorite.
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Donald William Rosebro 8/22/1939 - 8/30/2016
Donald William Rosebro, that sweet, gentle, bear of a man, left us unexpectedly Tuesday, Aug. 30. Born Aug. 22, 1939, he lived all his life on Holly Avenue and attended Carpinteria schools as well as Mt. Carmel and Bishop Diego. He broke his neck playing football for Bishop and could be seen for the next six months looking like a ghost with a cast that came over his head and reached down to his waist. He switched to Carpinteria High School after that incident. After serving in the U.S. Army, he worked many years as an automotive mechanic on Holly Avenue and came out of retirement to help with Ryder/ Budget Truck Rentals for another twenty years. He could always be seen around the old neighborhood, sweeping the sidewalks, watering plants, keeping everything in order. From childhood on he was an avid reader and researcher on numerous scientific subjects. There are probably grooves in the sidewalk and pavement where he walked daily to Coastal Liquors for snacks and Pepsis, followed by his nephew David’s dog Mutt, who would wait patiently outside for his Hershey bar. All cats, dogs and raccoons counted Donald as a close friend. He also visited Reyes Market, across the street, daily for over 60 years. He was always there for his many nieces and nephews and was more a father than an uncle. In turn, he was dearly loved and appreciated by them and their children. He was predeceased by his parents Wallace (Slim) Rosebro and Christina Schlautmann Rosebro, his sister Dorothy Rosebro, his older brother John Rosebro, niece Julie Ann Rosebro and nephew Roger Egan. He is survived by his nephews Jack Rosebro (Anna), Steven Rosebro (Naomi), David Rosebro (Dallas), Roland Egan (Merry), Eric (Rusty), and his nieces Jeannie Rosebro (Pedro) and Susan Rosebro. Also surviving are grand-nieces and nephews Josie Rosebro, Gauge RosebroAguirre, Manny Rodriguez-Rosebro, Pierce Rodriguez-Rosebro, Adam Cordova, Michael and David Egan, Shawna, Heather, and Christopher Egan, and Crystal Egan, his sister-in-law Jimmie Rosebro, as well as numerous cousins in Wyoming. Holly Avenue is so empty without Donald’s presence. On Saturday, Sept. 17, 2016 at 11 a.m. there will be a celebration of Don’s life at the corner of Holly and Carpinteria avenues.
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Rolland John “Joe” Wullbrandt 11/22/1919 – 9/5/2016
Joe Wullbrandt, 96, of Carpinteria, Calif. passed away peacefully with his wife of 73 years, Emily, at his side on Sept. 5, 2016 at Alexander Court Memory Care Center. Joe’s journey began Nov. 22, 1919 in Genoa, Neb. where he was born to Herbert and Edith Wullbrandt. The family moved to Carpinteria in 1925. Joe attended Carpinteria schools and Cal Poly prior to enlisting in the Navy where he served in the South Pacific. He proudly served the country he loved from 1943 to 1945. After serving in World War II, Joe returned to Carpinteria and married Emily Sheppard. In 1947, he welcomed into the world, the biggest joy of his life—his daughter Jill. Through his daughter, his legacy and memories transcends four generations. Joe’s legacy is his family he loved. He is survived and forever remembered by his wife Emily, daughter Jill (Wullbrandt) Englert and her husband Kent, his loving granddaughters Kim and Mandy and their husbands Jim and Lane, and especially his three great grandchildren Ben, Blake and Will. His journey was made without desire for recognition or awards, of which he has had his share. His heart was dedicated to God, country, family and Carpinteria. Joe was a 32nd Degree Mason, a Life Member of Lions Club, a U.S. Navy veteran, a strong Carpinteria supporter and one of the initial surfers at Rincon. Joe was blessed in that he loved his work at the blacksmith and welding shop, which he purchased in 1947. Every day was like being on vacation he would say. Please join the family as we celebrate Joe’s incredible life on Sept. 13 at 10 a.m. at the Carpinteria Cemetery. A reception will be held shortly after at the Lions Park.
The family of Robert Donnelly express much gratitude to our neighbors, long-time friends and extended families for your support and kindness during the difficult loss of our beloved husband, dad, grandpa, great-grandpa and great-great grandpa. Your visits, cards, gifts of flowers & food are so appreciated. Wishing you God’s blessing always.