In loving memory of Josef V. Cervenka - husband, father, grandfather, and uncle. He lived to the age of 97 1/2. He was born in Czechoslovakia and immigrated to the United States in 1956. He proudly became a U.S. Citizen and spent his working life as a commercial photographer, including helping to produce the Sears Catalog for many years. He moved from the Chicago area to California (a lifelong dre...

Susan "Sue" Chance, a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother, passed away unexpectedly on June 25, 2025, following a stroke. She was born Susan Halsey in Davenham, Cheshire, United Kingdom. When Sue was only 13-years old, her mother tragically died. This left her responsible for assisting her father to help manage the family, which included her 8-year old brother and her older brother's baby. ...

Patrick Dancer, 27, of Woodside, California, died on Tuesday, September 9, 2025, following a motorcycle accident on Highway 280, at 5pm, where he succumbed to his injuries. Born on October 29, 1997, in Redwood City, Patrick spent most of his life in Woodside, where he was known for his adventurous spirit and his love of the outdoors. He was a true thrill-seeker who embraced life fully, whethe...

Carl Frederick Darling went to be with the Lord on July 15th at the age of 74. Carl was born in Redwood City, California, the son of Johanna and Frederick Darling. He cherished his childhood in Redwood City, where he enjoyed playing sports with his brother, Kevin, and spending time with neighborhood friends. He married D’Ann See in 1980, and they settled in Redwood City to raise their family bef...

In Loving Memory of Lovey Del Sarto Rolla “Lovey” Del Sarto, a devoted mother, cherished grandmother, loyal friend, and lover of all things furry and free-spirited, passed away peacefully on March 23, 2025. Born with a heart of gold, Lovey found joy in life’s simplest and most beautiful moments — walking on the beach, watching horses run, time spent in her yard, sharing laughter arou...

In Loving Memory of Gerald Charles Down - 1933 – 2025 It is with deep love and admiration that we announce the passing of our beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great grandfather Gerald Charles Down (Jerry), who passed away peacefully at the age of 92. Born in Berkeley, California, Jerry grew up in Montclair and began his journey as a spirited young paper boy, already demonstrating th...

Sabra Driscoll died peacefully in her longtime Barron Park home on July 19, 2025. Sabra was born to Rear Admiral Edgar (USN ret.) & Barbara Kranzfelder in Annapolis, Maryland on March 2, 1925. She moved often as a “navy brat” until attending and graduating from Sequoia High School in Redwood City. Sabra then attended Stanford University (class of 1947) where she met John Driscoll (class o...

David Elliott, beloved father, grandfather, and friend passed away peacefully on August 6, 2025. He was born in Los Angeles, California, and his early life revolved around education, photography, and experiencing theater through his mother, Millie, who was a stage actress in Pasadena. After graduating from Stanford University with a B.S. in physics, he completed his PhD in high-energy nuclear phys...

Judy Diamond Faltz, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on July 22, 2025. She was 87 years old. Judy was born on July 12, 1938, to Edna and George Diamond in Rockford, Illinois. Their home was filled with loving relatives who were always there to lend a hand or share a laugh. She fondly called it a “Leave it to Beaver” home, a place where even a f...

Theda Firschein, gifted writer, librarian, wife, mother, grandmother, and devoted keeper of Yiddish and Jewish literary tradition, passed away on May 18, 2025, at the age of 93. An immensely kind and intelligent woman of quick wit, she loved her husband and best friend, Oscar; revered her grandchildren, Jenny, Ava, and Ariel; and found great strength in her children Joseph and Ben, and daughters-...

Dan Flahavan, beloved husband of Christy and father of Haley and Tenley, passed away on April 13th at the age of 56.  Dan lived a life marked by purpose, passion, and deep connection with those around him.  His warm presence and magical laugh illuminated every space he entered.  Born and raised in the Bay Area, Dan’s passion for helping others was evident in all facets of his life.  Dan...

Jacqueline Lee Cook was born in San Bruno, CA to parents Opal and Clarence Cook. The family moved to Menlo Park where she attended Menlo Atherton High School. She was involved in the weekly newspaper and yearbook while at M-A. Jackie later married Anthony (Jerry) Angelo whom she had dated since M-A. Jackie and Jerry raised two daughters, Lisa and Amy, in Palo Alto. After divorcing in 1978, Jac...

David Lawrence (Larry) Gershon, 77. Passed away on March 19th, 2025 in Palo Alto, California. A loving and devoted husband, father, grandfather, and Navy veteran. Larry lived a life marked by service, love for family, and a deep commitment to supporting others. Born on December 6, 1947 in Stillwater Oklahoma, Larry was the son of Morris and Maurice Gershon. He attended Stillwater High Schoo...

In Loving Memory of Thomas Milton Gooding October 8, 1936 – May 10, 2025 Thomas Milton Gooding was born on October 8, 1936, in Fresno, California, to Margaret Gast Gooding and Milton Anthony Gooding. Not long after Tom was born, the family moved to Redwood City, California, where he and his older brother George—who preceded him in death—grew up. Tom attended Mt. Carmel Elementar...

Terry L. Griffith August 17, 1943 – August 9, 2025 Terry Griffith passed away on August 9 after a prolonged illness. He was a resident of Menlo Park for 45 years. Terry was born to Joseph and Mary Griffith in Covington, KY, and was raised in Cincinnati, OH. After graduating from high school, where he excelled in football and achieved the rank of Eagle Scout, he enlisted in the Air ...

Beth Grossman was born in St. Louis Park, Minnesota, to Stephanie and Herbert Grossman. She grew up in a variety of places, moving to Washington, D.C., then to Sudbury, MA (the namesake of her childhood cat), and finally, to Palo Alto in the second grade. She attended Palo Alto High School, where she was involved in El Al BBG. After graduating high school, Beth went to Williams College where she s...

Robert B. Harrington (Bob) of Palo Alto, CA, died, at Stanford Hospital on June 8, 2025 after a short illness. He was 84 years old. He is survived by his wife of 64 years, Margie, and by his children: Melissa Whiting (Jill French), Steven Harrington, David Harrington, Elizabeth (Kris) Kristofferson, by his grandchildren Griffin Whiting, and Drea Gomes (Eric). Lauren Whiting (Jonelle), Mitchell an...

Paul Pei-Jen Hau led a remarkable life. Books have been written about his background and his art. Paul Hau (Hou Beiren), artist, diplomat, scholar, author and teacher, passed away at age 108 in his Los Altos home on May 20, 2025. Paul was born in Haicheng, Liaoning Province, China in 1917, moved to Hong Kong in 1949 and came to California in 1956 with his family. After attending college in...