Graduation year: 1984

Graduation year: 1984

Graduation year: 1984

Birth Date: 1941-07-17

Graduation year: 84

Deceased Date: 2022-05-24

Obituary:
Easton, MD, formerly of Camarillo - Charles H Andrews III passed away peacefully May 24, 2022, in Easton, Maryland at the age of 81, surrounded at home by friends and family. Born on July 17th in Flint, Michigan, he is survived by his wife of 54 years, Susan, and their two sons Charlie (Pam with Tucker, Avery, Kate) of Easton and Robbie (Lindsay) of Corvallis, Oregon. Chuck was a lifetime educator known for his wit and lust for life.

Raised in Ojai by 'Bob' and Norma Andrews, Chuck was the oldest of his three siblings, Carol, Roger, and Pat. Chuck is a noted polio survivor; his victory over the disease at the age of 10 was captured in his father's book: 'No Time for Tears.' Chuck's childhood culminated with him as Senior Class President at Nordhoff High School. Chuck also followed in the footsteps of his father, a celebrated jazz pianist, as a fun-loving musician, even releasing an album with the Sodbusters where he sang, played the guitar and harmonica.

Graduating from Woodbury College with a BA in Journalism, Chuck embarked on a career as a journalist with the Oxnard Press Courier. Changing his career, Chuck obtained a Master's in Education from Stanford University and a Master's in Counseling and Guidance from California Lutheran University. Chuck's first teaching job was in 1964 as an English Teacher at Thousand Oaks High School though he continued his journalism career for 16 summers. In 1967 he married Susan ('Sooze') and the couple settled in Camarillo.

During his career he was recognized for his devotion to his students and involvement in activities such as coaching soccer, announcing basketball and football games, and volunteering at track meets. Chuck received awards for Ventura County Teacher of the Year, Ventura County Counselor of the Year, California Teacher of the Year, California Counselor of the Year, and was inducted into the Ventura County Educators' Hall of Fame in 2012. Chuck was named a Don of Camarillo in 2009.

Upon retirement from Westlake High School in 2000, Chuck spent his time as a Ventura County Master Gardener, served on the Board of the Camarillo Ranch Foundation, and was an active church member at St. Columba's Episcopal Church, where he served on the Vestry and as Senior Warden. Chuck and Susan spent half of each year traveling the United States and Europe, visiting Robbie in Alaska and Oregon, and Charlie and Pam on the Eastern Shore. In 2016 Chuck and Susan moved to Londonderry, a small retirement village in Easton, MD. There he created and tended what became known as "Mr. Chuck's Garden".

Chuck's annual Christmas letters wishing for a 'Cool Yule' leave a lasting tribute. Written between 1969 and 2021, they provided ample room for Chuck to lovingly tease his family and himself. They serve as a testament to a man who did not take himself or the world too seriously. Some highlights of his letters include:

"Recently, I was honored by my high school district for completing 30 years of service. I've been in the district so long that when I got here the Dead Sea wasn't even sick."

"Despite my longevity, I still don't get a lot of respect. When I told my doctor last summer that I have a bad back, he said, 'I can see that. And your front doesn't look too good either.'"

"When Sooze and I updated our will, I decided to leave my body to science. Then, somehow, a group of scientists found out, and now they're contesting the will in court. I can't figure that out."

"During my annual physical exam, I told my doctor that I treat myself like a finely tuned automobile. He said, "Well, that certainly explains the spare tire."

"So here we are, back home, in retirement. I have figured out that I am in the last of the four stages of life: 1. You believe in Santa Claus. 2. You don't believe in Santa Claus. 3. You are Santa Claus. 4. You look like Santa Claus."

"Without confiding in me, my body seems to have given itself up to the hands of time. For one thing, my memory's not as good as it used to be. For another thing, my memory's not as good as it used to be."

And with that note, the family whom Chuck loved, teased, and cherished, hope you get an understanding of what a wonderful man he was. A family service will be held at Christ Church, St. Michaels. Memorial donations may be made to St. Columba's Episcopal Church (1251 Las Posas Road, Camarillo, CA 93010) or Camarillo Ranch Foundation (201 Camarillo Ranch Road, Camarillo, CA 93012).

Posted online on June 10, 2022

Published in Ventura County Star

Birth Date: 1967-01-11

Graduation year: 1984

Deceased Date: 2010-10-21

Obituary:
Risa was born on January 11, 1967 and passed away on Thursday, October 21, 2010. Risa was a resident of Herndon, Virginia. Funeral Service Location: Adams Green Funeral Home Funeral Service Date & Time: Monday October 25, 2010 3:00 PM Burial Service Location: Adams-Green Funeral Home.

Birth Date: 1966-08-12

Graduation year: 1984

Deceased Date: 1995-08-04

Obituary:
OFFICER MICHAEL F. CLARK

Born: August 12, 1966
End of Watch: August 4, 1995

On August 4, 1995, Officer Michael Clark responded with fellow Officers to a residence to check the welfare of a suicidal man. Shortly after arriving on scene, Officer Clark was fatally shot by the man. At the time of his passing, Officer Clark was 28 years old and had only been with the Department for four months.

Officer Clark’s untimely passing serves as a harrowing reminder of the daily risks our Officers take to help keep the citizens of Simi Valley safe. In order to memorialize the ultimate sacrifice that Officer Clark paid, the Simi Valley Police Department annually holds a solemn ceremony led by the Department’s Honor Guard at the station’s flagstaff.

On the thirteenth anniversary of Officer Clark’s death, the City of Simi Valley dedicated the street that leads into the police station’s main entrance by naming it “Officer Michael Clark Memorial Parkway.”

Gone but not forgotten . . .

Birth Date: 1966-07-25

Graduation year: 84

Deceased Date: 2018-04-03

Obituary:
Brennan Leigh Clipp of Frisco, Texas passed away April 3, 2018, at the age of 51. She was born July 25, 1966 to Williams Evans Clipp and Patricia Brennan in Wheeling, West Virginia. Brennan trained and showed dogs. She was involved with What a Great Dog (WAGD) Training Centers, AKC Rally Competitions, Take Me Home Dog Rescue and DFW Labrador Rescue Club. Brennan trained and managed Tugger of TuggerTails.

Brennan was survived by her beloved dogs Tugger, Tate and CC; mother, Pat Clipp of Plano, Texas; sister, Stacey Clipp of Los Angeles, California; uncle, John Brennan and wife Judy of Six Mile, South Carolina; and cousins, Susan Brennan, Erin Heider and husband David, Dan Brennan, Kelly Clipp Bear and husband Keith, Kathy Clipp Moore and husband Dan, and Ron Clipp, Jr. and wife Molly.

She was preceded in death by her father, William E. Clipp.

A memorial service will be held at a later date.

Graduation year: 1984

Graduation year: 1984

Birth Date: 1966-05-20

Graduation year: 1984

Deceased Date: 2013-02-16

Obituary:
Gregory Lee Fuller, 46, died on February 16, 2013, from injuries sustained in a one vehicle accident in Lake Havasu City, Arizona.
Greg was born on May 20, 1966, in Inglewood, California and grew up in Lake Sherwood, California. He graduated from Westlake High School in 1984. Greg was a lifelong resident of the Thousand Oaks, California area. He worked as a project manager for Davis Development Group doing major home remodeling and was an accomplished cabinet maker. Greg was an avid skier, motorcycle rider, and spent most of his free time rebuilding his 1972 21' Spectra V-drive boat. He loved spending weekends on the Colorado River with his friends and father.
Greg is survived by his parents Gary Fuller and Diane Hibna; his stepfather Richard Hibma; his sister Amy Fuller Kearney; and his step-siblings Dan Hibma and Lisa Nelson. He also leaves behind aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews and a network of amazing friends. He will be missed dearly by all who knew him.
The Greg Fuller Memorial will be held at Lake Sherwood, on March 10, 2013 at 1 p.m. and is open to family and friends.

Published by Ventura County Star from Feb. 27 to Mar. 2, 2013.

Birth Date: 1966-08-01

Graduation year: 1984

Deceased Date: 2021-03-27

Obituary:
Donna Giordan Ontiveros - beloved mother, wife, sister, daughter and friend - passed away peacefully on March 27, 2021 after a courageous 12-year battle with Parkinson's Disease. She was 54.

Donna was born in the Bronx on August 1, 1966, the second of three daughters to Joan Giocondo Giordan and the late Eugene Giordan.

Donna was interested in the performing arts from a young age - singing, dancing, and tapping her way across nearly every stage in the Clifton, New Jersey suburb where she grew up. In 1978, she moved with her family to the Conejo Valley, where she would spend much of her life. She graduated in 1984 from Westlake High School and five years later from San Diego State University, becoming the first in her family to earn a college degree.

For the next two decades, Donna worked as an executive in the hospitality industry, serving in managerial roles at high-profile Los Angeles hotels like the Wilshire Grand and Hilton Universal.
In 2004, Donna met the love of her life, Andrew Ontiveros, whom she married in Moorpark just a few months later. Within two years, Donna's young family had doubled in size. Her first son, Evan, was born in 2005; her second, Aaron, in 2007.

Donna was diagnosed in 2009 with Parkinson's Disease, a rare neurological condition. Through a decade of doctors' appointments and treatments, Donna's passion for her children and zeal for life never dimmed.

Donna is survived by her husband Andrew, sons Evan (15) and Aaron
(13), mother Joan Giordan, and sisters Kathy (Jeffrey) Hillman and Gina (Ken) Painter.
Donna was active in The Michael J Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research. In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation in her honor

Birth Date: 1966-05-25

Graduation year: 1984

Deceased Date: 2024-04-12

Obituary:
Kathy Crane Goeckler passed away on Friday, April 12, 2024 after a courageous battle with cancer. She was a light in so many lives and her fellow classmates would no doubt remember her as someone who was always kind and free-spirited. Many, including myself, referred to her as a flower child, perhaps born to the wrong generation.

All of my best memories from high school included Kathy - eating lunch on the lawn at school on a sunny, Southern California day or even better, getting off campus (and not coming back) for lunch at Taco Bell or heading to Zuma. Foster’s Donuts before school and Numero Uno Pizza on the weekends were staples in our high school days, even before we could (legally) drive. Laws seemed somewhat malleable back then and we weren’t too afraid to break a few in the name of good food.

During our senior year at WHS, Kathy and I had first period shorthand together (yes, shorthand!). It was about half-way through class one morning when we realized we’d left some questionable paraphernalia on her bedroom dresser. It was like a scene from a movie when our eyes met across the classroom with sheer panic on both our faces. Her mother did in fact find it and seemed to buy the “it was our first time” excuse. If Mrs. Crane ever told my parents what we’d been up to, I never knew but the lack of a lecture from them tells me she kept our morning shenanigans to herself.

After high school, we drifted apart a bit but always remained in touch, keeping up to date on each other’s lives and would serve as attendants for one another at our weddings.

Kathy would eventually move to Redding, California where her sister and parents would settle as well. There she shared her life with her husband, Tim, his two adult children and their dog, Rhylie. She is pre-deceased by her brother, Steve, who died in a car accident during our senior year and her mother, Claire and is survived by her older siblings, Joe, Dan and Ann.

After a friendship that spanned more than 40 years we managed to always wish each other happy birthday and check in from time to time just to say hello and get life updates. Whenever we spoke it was like no time had passed, as seems to be the case with truly great friendships. I’ll miss hearing from her on my birthday this year and every year after but my heart is full knowing she’s in a better place enjoying a cold beer with her brother while their mom looks on disapprovingly.

Graduation year: 1984

Deceased Date: 2006-04-02

Obituary:
Kevin James Kolarik passed away April 2, 2006.

If we are to judge a man's wealth by his ability to love, to spread joy and to show compassion, then Kevin was the richest man alive. He did not set out to change the world; he simply lived life the best way he knew how, and in doing so he shared his wealth with everyone he encountered.

Those of us blessed to have known Kevin will miss his gentle smile, the sound of his laughter, his razor-sharp sense of humor. Most of all, we will miss his love and compassion for others. He could ease your worries by making you see the lighter of the situation. He could turn your tears to laughter.

Our sadness is immeasurable. The void in our lives is profound. Life without Kevin seems unbearable. Maybe if we keep Kevin close in our hearts and smile like Kevin, love like Kevin, show compassion like Kevin we can keep his spirit alive.

Kevin leaves behind his father, John; stepmom, Liz; brothers, John, Scott and Bryan; sisters-in-law, Liz and Tiffany; nieces, Ashlynn and Jillian; nephews, Pat and Ryan; stepsister, Cheryl; soul mates and best friends, Deborah and Linda; and countless other close-as-family members and friends.

Kevin is a bright shining light. His brilliance will shine in our hearts forever.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Ventura County Star from Apr. 21 to Apr. 24, 2006.

Birth Date: 1966-04-27

Graduation year: 1984

Deceased Date: 2011-01-09

Obituary:
Shonna LaTour-Barker Obituary

(1966 - 2011) Shonna Mae LaTour-Barker, 44, a homemaker of Las Vegas, Nev., passed away peacefully on Jan. 9, 2011.

She was born April 27, 1966 in California. Shonna attended Westlake High School. Shonna's passions were graphic arts, playing soccer, movies, coaching her u5 soccer team and spending time with her family.

Shonna is survived by her husband, Shane; her five children, Ashley, Travis, Steven, Tabitha, and Megan; her three grandchildren, Tyler, Cooper, and Levi; her grandfather, Alfred; mother, Sandy; and brother, Ronnie. Shonna will be deeply missed by all who knew her.

Services for Shonna will be held at 2 p.m. on Saturday, April 9, at the Center for Spiritual Living, 880 Hampshire Road, Westlake Village, CA 91361.


Published by Ventura County Star from Apr. 3 to Apr. 6, 2011.

Birth Date: 1966-05-09

Graduation year: 1984

Deceased Date: 2015-05-31

Obituary:
Tracy Ann Loken Taylor passed away suddenly after a strenuous battle with breast cancer on May 31st, 2015. The making of this is for anyone who had the pleasure of being apart of Tracy's life and would like to help contribute to a beautiful ceremony that she deserves. My mother was the strongest most amazing woman that I have ever met, and not only was i so unbelievably lucky to be able to call her my Mother, but for my daughter "Ava" to be her only grandbaby. To Ava, she was her beloved "Gigi". There is nobody who could ever replace her and be the amazing women that she was. This feels like it is all happening so fast and it’s almost like we are still waiting to wake up from this awful nightmare. We ALL, including my Momma, thought that we were going to have much more time together, but as it turned out, one horrible afternoon her cancer took am extreme turn for the worst, and she ended up passing away a couple days later. This is just as much of a shock to my family as it is to everybody else that knew her.

Birth Date: 1966-11-28

Graduation year: 1984

Deceased Date: 2012-04-25

Obituary:
Olivia, Matthew Charles November 28, 1966 - April 25, 2012 Matthew passed away suddenly and peacefully on Wed. April 25 of natural causes in Cary, NC. Matt was truly a devoted husband and father. Matt had a very successful 25 year career in the Information Technology Field. He also loved D & D games and the Pittsburgh Steelers. Matt will be remembered for his love of family, and for his many virtues: courage, zeal, fortitude, generosity, friendliness, and love of animals. Matthew is preceded in death by his father, Capt. Charles Olivia USAF and by his beloved dog, Darwin. He is survived by his wife Olga; daughter Sophia; mother Judy; sister Angela; brother Andrew; and much loved step-father, Steve. Matt will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him. He was a true Renaissance Man!

Published by Los Angeles Times on May 13, 2012.

Graduation year: 1984

Deceased Date: 2015-04-11

Obituary:
Christopher Schroeder Obituary

Christopher N. Schroeder, age 48, of New Albany, OH died unexpectedly April 11, 2015. Preceded in death by parents Richard and Dani. Survived by wife, Danielle; children, Amber, Ashley, and Cody; brother, Beaux Schroeder; sister, Tina Schroeder-Coy. Graduate of Westlake High School and ITT in Los Angeles, CA. VP of Information Technology at L Brands. Formerly worked at Canaudit and Lowes Corporation where he worked in the IT departments. Volunteered at Empower where he helped children and non-profits access computers and technology. He was a big racing fan and enjoyed having bbq's with his family.

Birth Date: 1966-04-18

Graduation year: 1984

Deceased Date: 2014-07-30

Obituary:
Eric John Selak passed away July 30, 2014 at his home in Thousand Oaks, CA from congenital heart failure. He was 48 years old.

Eric was born in Meridian, MS on April 18, 1966 where his father was stationed at the Meridian Naval Air Station. Within a year Eric moved with his parents to the Thousand Oaks area where he resided for the rest of his life. After graduating from Westlake High School, he began working as an apprentice in the tree trimming business and continued in the gardening and landscaping business for most of his professional life.

He loved exploring the beaches and the mountains and had a world-class beer can collection and an equally impressive arsenal of comic books. A collector of many things that interested him, he loved to restore them and often gave them to people who would appreciate them. Eric had an eclectic group of friends and was a considerate and compassionate person.

At his memorial at the Hillside Villas on Hillcrest Drive, neighbors and friends spoke about his kind and gentle demeanor. One friend claimed that when Eric learned she had no money for gas he asked for the keys to her car so he could fill the tank. Eric didn't have much money, but built a wealth of life long friends.

Eric struggled in his later years with multiple illnesses including diabetes, neuropathy, a bad back and knee and numbness in his extremities. Even with these painful conditions, Eric was still able to keep a happy face and cheerful smile. He would give you the very large XXXL shirt off his back; at 6' 5" he was a Gentle Giant, in more ways than one.

Eric's family would like to thank the Many Mansions Foundation (www.manymansions.org) for the support, comfort and healthy lifestyle Eric was able to gain under their sponsorship. A special thank you is gratefully extended to his long-time counselor Paul Corker of Simi Valley who helped Eric immensely to rebuild his life.

His father, Dan Selak, and stepmother, Joy Selak, of Austin, TX, brother Mark Selak of Santa Monica, CA, sister Terra Carr of Novato, CA, sister Sage Conran of London, sister Taryn Carlson of Los Angeles, CA and brother Ben Bernard of Lake Powell, AZ, survive him. His mother Sofia Tarila, also known as Barbara Sampson Selak, is deceased.

Donations can be given in Eric's name to Many Mansions, 1459 E. Thousand Oaks Blvd., Bldg. "D", Thousand Oaks, CA 91362, a 501c(3) organization.


Published by Ventura County Star from Aug. 19 to Aug. 22, 2014.

Graduation year: 1984

Deceased Date: 2016-02-01

Obituary:
I have recently confirmed that Michael has passed.

Graduation year: 1984

Deceased Date: 2010-04-07

Obituary:
Lauri Trainor, 43, of Pacific Palisades, ended her vivacious journey through life, succumbing to cancer on April 7, 2010.

She leaves her beloved family, parents, Bob and Nancy Trainor of Westlake Village; sister, Kim Trainor Hartzog and brother-in-law, David Hartzog; nephews, Ryan Ouzts and Connor Hartzog; niece, Natalee Ouzts, and a large number of caring aunts, uncles, cousins, numerous friends, and her beloved dog, Tux.

Lauri was owner of Lauri Trainor Homestyling and enjoyed bringing her exquisite sense of style and beauty to homes in the Santa Monica and Palisades area. Lauri's family would like to thank Hospice Partners of Southern California for their loving care of Lauri during her final months.

Services will be held at 11 a.m Sunday, April 11 at Pierce Brothers Valley Oaks-Griffin, 5600 Lindero Canyon Rd., Westlake Village.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be sent to Hospice Partners of Southern California, 1919 Santa Monica Blvd., Suite 200, Santa Monica, CA 90404.

Published by Ventura County Star from Apr. 9 to Apr. 12, 2010.

Graduation year: 1984

Birth Date: 1965-04-16

Graduation year: 1984

Deceased Date: 2021-09-17

Obituary:
Jill M. Wessells

Born April 16, 1965 to Allan J Wessells, Jr and Catherine P (Fitzgerald) Wessells, passed away peacefully on September 17, 2021 after battling cancer in Kansas City, Missouri. Jill was a long time resident of Ventura County.

Jill is survived by Lonnie Wessells Perdue (Randy), nephews Eric R Perdue(Jodi), Michael M Perdue(Lauren) & Blake A Perdue. Mark A Wessells(Cyndy) and Sally Wessells Bailey(Terry) & nephew, Dalton. Great nieces, Haley, Kayla, Olivia, Allie and Paige.

A celebration of Jill's life will be in the future.

Posted online on October 30, 2021

Published in Ventura County Star

Graduation year: 1984

Graduation year: 1984

Birth Date: 0967-01-15

Graduation year: 1984

Deceased Date: 2011-03-11

Obituary:
https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/westlake-village-ca/christine-zimmermann-4592518