After a long and full life, Frank died peacefully at home surrounded by his family at the age of 84. He was born in 1935 in the Azores on the island of Faial to Francisco and Rosa Carlos. Life was difficult for Frank and his family on the island, especially during his earliest years. When he was 4 years old his mother, Rosa, died leaving his father to raise 6 children, the oldest 10 and the youngest only 2 weeks. His oldest sister Maria, only 10 years old at the time, did her best to step in and fill the void left by their mother.

After the volcanic eruption of 1958 that devastated the island, Frank leapt at the opportunity to immigrate to the United States created by the Azorean Refugee Act. In 1959, at the age of 24, Frank started a new chapter in his life setting roots in California.

In 1960, soon after getting settled, he convinced a young woman, Hilda Vargas, to marry him. They were married at St Elizabeth’s Catholic Church in Sacramento. Hilda had also immigrated to California just months before him. They already knew one another well. Hilda had grown up just up the road from Frank in the same village of Pedro Miguel.

After their marriage, Frank and Hilda lived in Auburn, CA where Frank worked at a lumber mill. By 1963, they were tired of the many long weekend drives from the Sierra foothills to visit Hilda’s parents in Pleasanton. On their way back home to Auburn, Hilda spotted a telephone booth in Stockton. Frank pulled over so Hilda could look up addresses for cabinet shops. They drove to the nearest address with their then 2 year old daughter, Elda, in tow. Frank was hired on the spot and he started his new job the very next day and the young family moved to Stockton.

In 1964, Frank and Hilda bought the home they would live in for the rest of their lives and raise 4 children. Years later, Frank remodeled and expanded that home, doing most of the work himself, mainly to have more room for their growing family but also to create a space to host celebrations for their large extended family.

In Stockton, Frank worked as a skilled cabinet maker for various companies and in 1969 opened his own business, Stockton Cabinet Shop, with his brother-in-law Joe Silveira. Along with the cabinet shop, Frank also bought property around Stockton and built or remodeled several rental homes. Frank and Hilda traveled extensively including motorhome camping with a caravan of family, several cruises and made return trips to the Azores.

He is preceded in death by his parents, a son lost early in pregnancy, and his brother José. He is survived by his wife Hilda, who due to Frank’s poor health was also his devoted care giver for the last 10 years of his life, and by his four children Elda (Al) Garcia, Rose Marie (Dean) Kinnee, Dianne, and Gary (Christina), his grandchildren Craig, Renee, Hailey and Francisco, his sisters Maria and Rosa, and brothers Tony and Jesse. Frank also leaves many nieces, nephews, and countless cousins in the United States, Canada and the Azores.

Mary Ann Edlin, 75, of Spokane Valley, Washington, passed away on Thanksgiving Day 28 Nov 2019.
She was born to her parents Donald J. Leuck and Josephine E. Moar, on 28 March 1944 in Portland Oregon.
She graduated from Baker High School in 1962, along with her lifelong friend Kitsy Thomas.
Mary Ann was a Home Maker, wife and mother, she enjoyed being a prayer warrior, encourager to her many friends on Facebook. She also had a mischievous side and was quite the jokester.
Mary Ann met her husband Jack A. Edlin Jr. and they were married in Coeur D’Alene ID in July of 1995. Though not being very fond of being in the water she did often comment about how beautiful Coeur D’Alene lake was from the boardwalk and Tubb’s Hill.
Mary Ann is survived by son Bret Cunningham and family and Mary Ann’s sister Dona Jo Stookey and family.
Please feel free to share any fond, funny or heartwarming stories you may have in your interactions with Mary Ann.

This memorial was created in honor of Cristalina Tillana Salminao. Cristalina was born on October 27, 1929 in Bacolod and passed on November 26, 2019. Cristalina was loved by many and will be dearly missed by all friends and family.

James T. Murray passed away peacefully in his home on Monday, November 18th.

John “Johnny” Nathan Amorelli
June 24, 1929 – November 14, 2019

Life Well Lived
A life well lived is a precious gift, of hope and strength and grace,
from someone who has made our world a brighter, better place.
It’s filled with moments, sweet and sad with smiles and sometimes tears,
with friendships formed and good times shared, and laughter throughout the years.
A life well lived, a legacy of joy and pride and pleasure, a living,
lasting memory our grateful heart will treasure.

John “Johnny” Nathan Amorelli, 90, passed away peacefully on Thursday, November 14th, 2019, in Houston, Texas. Services will be held Tuesday, November 19th at the Assumption Catholic Church (901 Roselane St., Houston). The viewing will be at 1:00 pm, with a Mass of Christian Burial beginning at 2:00 pm. Interment with military honors will be held at St. Joseph Cemetery (8050 Airline Dr., Houston) immediately following the services, with Military Honors provided by Joint Base San Antonio.
Johnny was born June 24, 1929 in Houston, Texas to Anna & Sam Amorelli. He was a life time resident of Houston. After graduating from high school, he enlisted with the U. S. Air Force in August, 1948. He was stationed at Good Fellow Air Force Base in Texas. As a Senior Aircraft Mechanic, he achieved rank of Staff Sargent. He was awarded the Medal of Good Conduct and received an Honorable discharge in July 1952. Johnny then enrolled at Sam Houston University and graduated with an Accounting degree. While attending school, he worked as an athletic trainer for the football program. He was thankful for the opportunity to be a part of the 1956 Lone Star Conference Championship team, which always held a special place in his heart. After graduation, he was hired as an accountant by the families of Budget Sporting Goods, in Houston. Over the next 40+ years, Johnny formed a close family bond with the families and his co-workers; Steve Speck, David Speck, Marcus Dominguez and Isaac Montelongo. But especially with Randy and Amy Jatzlau, who continued to support him throughout his life. Johnny enjoyed listening to classical music and watching sports. But his biggest joy was having family reunions; watching his family share memories, eating bar-b-que and spending time together. He was thankful for Mary Jo & Jack Restivo and Tony & Mary Armato for always hosting in their homes. He was also very appreciative of his niece, Sarah Neveu and nephew, Joseph Regusa for their care throughout the years.
Johnny was preceded in death by his parents, Marianna (Anna) Romora & Saverio (Sam) Amorelli, brothers: Louis & Angie Amorelli; Sam & Betty Amorelli; Mike Amorelli; Tony Amorelli and Joe Amorelli; sisters: Louise & Sam Scamardo; Bessie & Joe Regusa; Anna & Joe Salvaggio and Mary & Tony Armato. Survivors include several nieces, nephews through great-great-great nieces and nephews.
Pallbearers will be nephews of John. Honorary Pallbearers will be the Sam Houston State University Football Team of 1956.
In lieu of flowers the family request donations made to: Sam Houston State Football Program Scholarship Fund, P.O. Box 2537, Huntsville, Texas, 77341-2537.
Money donations: Assumption Catholic Church, 901 Roselane Street, Houston, Texas 77037
or SHSU Football Program Scholarship Fund, P.O. Box 2537, Huntsville, Texas, 77341-2537.

Rev. David Etta a.k.a Baba was more than a father to my siblings and I. He was also my pastor, mentor, adviser, confidant etc. He always knew how to calm situations even when all hope seems lost. Baba you'll forever be my pastor and live in our hearts.

Nick was created from the gods and sent down to earth to bless the mortals.

Judith (Bom) came into the world on August 12, 1988. As a kid, she was tiny. When she was in her second year of Kindy, she became a chubby child after discovering her love of food at such a young age. Her Popos fueled this by constantly feeding her. There was no such thing as "breakfast-type food" in our house. It was common sight for Bom to be downing an entire plate of sambal belacan fried rice first thing in the morning before school.

After high school in 2006, she came to NZ and lived in Palmerston North on campus at Massey University with her sister Jo. Though she was primarily there to receive a tertiary education, school work was never a priority. Rather, she made it a point to spend time with her sister and explore the (tiny) home away from home.

After university, Judith moved to Auckland and started her working life where she was committed to her job. She turned colleagues into friends. She was known for being the fashionista at work and her friends would know whenever she was close by just by the infectious laughter of hers.

She made it a point to go back home to Kuching every Chinese New Year to be with her family. She would bring with her homemade brownies to share with everyone. She was a joy to be around and it pleased Popo to no end to see Bom every year.

She left the world the same way she came - with mum and dad by her side. Although physically gone, Bom has left a mark in the hearts of everyone she came in contact with. She made everyone feel special and loved. She cared for her friends and family and was never hesitant to help in anyway she could. She was there. Always a giver. She will be missed.

We love you Bombie.