Kathleen Anne (Kathi) Wagner, BHS '68 (1950-2013)

This is sad news... I remember Kathi to be a very sweet girl with a beautiful smile. Please keep her family in your prayers...

Kathi Wagner, BHS '68
July 28, 1950 - January 28, 2013

Kathi Wagner passed away Monday night, January 28, 2013, from cancer, which she had battled for a long time. She was exactly 62 1/2. Kathi was the oldest of four children in the Wagner Family. Her sister, Karen Wagner, BHS '70, still lives in Burbank. There was also their brother, John Wagner, and a younger sister. They grew in the 900 block of Delaware Rd. in Burbank. Kathi attended Emerson Elementary, John Muir, and BHS, graduating in 1968.

Kathi was very involved in school life while she was at BHS. She was a talented actress, and was the star of many of the plays during her three years in high school. She was the female lead/star in all of the productions during her senior year. She was also a dancer, and was in dance class with Mrs. Carol Gregory Le Blanc, and performed in "Dance Performance '68". She was voted "Most Talented" female, along with Steve Burns as "Most Talented" male, in the 1968 Ceralbus.

Alan Landros

READ MORE ABOUT KATHI HERE

Jo Ann Spaulding Kinion, BHS 1952 (1934-2013)

OBITUARY
http://california.obituaries.funeral.com/2013/01/29/kinion-jo-ann/

Jo Ann Kinion
October 14, 1934 - January 27, 2013
Petaluma, California

Passed away in San Rafael on January 27, 2013 at the age of 78 years. Devoted wife of Tim Kinion of Petaluma. Loving mother of Kelly Lombardi (Peter) of Santa Rosa, Kathy Kinion of Cotati, and Glen Kinion (Jennifer) of San Rafael.

She grew up in the San Fernando Valley, graduating from Burbank High School in 1952. Shortly thereafter she met Tim, on a blind date. They were married after his army service during the Korean War. They chose to move their family to Petaluma from Los Angeles in 1969. She and her husband were founding members and remained active in the Velo Club Miwok bicycle club since its inception in 1976. Ever since her retirement she enjoyed meeting with former coworkers in a monthly sewing circle. She loved to travel with her husband. Among her favorite places were Carmel, CA and Wengen, a village in the Swiss Alps.

Until her retirement in 1992 Jo Ann was the school secretary at McKinley Elementary School for 18 years and worked at several other Petaluma schools before that.

Jo Ann was not afraid to voice her opinions. Her easy laughter and warmth will be remembered fondly.

As per her request there will not be a service. Memorial contributions may be made to the Sutter Medical Center Foundation (SMCF), memo: The Sharing Place, 2800 L. Street, Suite #620, Sacramento, CA 95816.

Danny Blackley, BHS '73 (1955-1975)

Received the following email just now. Danny was only 20 years old - what a tragic loss. Thank You, Rich...

Hi Cathy,

Obit and senior picture for Danny Blackley

His Find A Grave memorial is at http://www.findagrave.com/cgi-bin/fg.cgi?page=gr&GRid=85850930

Rich Morrison
Kennesaw GA



When I asked Rich what happened, he sent me these clippings:

Steven Walt Ruffing, BHS '81 (1963-2003)

Paul Jones posted on Facebook this notice... so young - very sad.

Below I included Steve's obituary.

Steve Ruffing
b. 6-7-63 d. 1-10-03
BHS '81

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http://vintageskateboardmagazines.com/Images/Posters/Skateboard%20Champions/Skateboard_Champions_No2

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Steven Walt Ruffing, 39, of Ojai, died Friday, Jan. 10, 2003 at his residence. He was born June 7, 1963 in Hollywood, Calif., and had been a resident of Ojai for 10 years.

Mr. Ruffing worked in the motion picture industry as a Local 80 grip and an artist. His interests included writing, fishing, motorcycle riding, making furniture and photography.

He is survived by his parents, John and Anne Ruffing of San Clemente; brother Mike Ruffing of Burbank; and sister Christine Ruffing of Sherman Oaks.

A memorial service will be held at a later date.

Arrangements are under the direction of the Ted Mayr Funeral Home, 3150 Loma Vista Road, Ventura.

Source: http://www.ojaivalleynews.com/issues2003/01-January2003/01-17-03/01-17-03obit.html

FIND A GRAVE LINK

Sadly, we are told he took his own life...

Chad Becken, BHS '93 (1974-2012)

He was too young! On Facebook, I read this sad notice:

"My cousin, Chad Becken, Class of 1993 passed away from cancer on June 21, 2012."
Darlene Kay Suhrbier

http://forestlawn.tributes.com/show/Chad-Arthur-Becken-93998912

OBITUARY
Chad Arthur Becken
September 9, 1974 - June 21, 2012
Burbank, California

Chad Arthur Becken, 37, born on September 9, 1974, in Van Nuys, California, passed away June 21, 2012. He resided in Burbank, California at the time of his passing. Arrangements are under the direction of Forest Lawn Hollywood Hills, Los Angeles, CA.

Guys Reunion at Smokehouse

Saturday, Jan 19, 2013, a bunch of fellow grads from various Burbank high schools and who used to hang out at McCambridge Park ("Park Rats") met at the Smokehouse for fun times & good food.

The event was planned by Danny DeMonbrun & Don Ludwig. 

Thanks to Pam & Jon Kirkwood for posting this great pic on Facebook!


Standing L - R: Jack Harris '64, Joe Lazarra '63, Fred Ortega '65, Mike Cummings '64, Bob Pappert '66, Bob Carter '66, Jeff Altman '68, John Gaball '65, Jim Greenfield '65, Mike Feix '65, Kirk Harris '65, Gerry Altman '64, Brad Stenberg '64, Terry Scott JBHS '61, Don Ludwig '64, Jon Kirkwood '64
Sitting L - R: Sam Licursi '64, Darryl Spitzer ?, Mickey De Palo '64, Larry Lopez '64, Richard Shaw '63, Danny DeMonbrun '65, Tom Flavin Bell Jeff or Notre Dame '65, Bob Lopez '55, Dan Harris '67

Myrtle Tolman Widdison, BHS '37 (1920-2012)

 

Received today an email from Wid Tolmam, BHS '47, from Provo, Utah, followed by her obituary...

Myrtle Tolman Widdison' 37   Passed away at the age of 92 December 14th 2012 in American Fork, Utah. She was laid to rest in the Tolman plot at Valhalla Memorial Park. Myrtle was a shining credit to Burbank High School and all who knew her. All five of her brothers and sister were also graduates of BHS.

Myrtle Tolman Widdison died Dec. 14, 2012 in American Fork, Utah. Born Feb. 13, 1920 to Howard Milton and Jessie Sessions Ashdown Tolman. She married David Widdison June 17, 1944 in the St. George LDS Temple and they shared 51 wonderful years together. David died Sept. 2, 1995 in North Hollywood, CA.

Myrtle was an active member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. She was one of the first Golden Gleaners when the Church institiuted that program for young women. She served a mission to the North Central States Mission and enjoyed serving in the church all her life. She served in the Young Women and Relief Society organizations and as an ordinance worker in the Los Angles and Mt. Timpanogos LDS Temples.

She is survived by 2 daughters and a son: Shirley (Paul) Adolphson, Janice (Jay) White, Gary (Cindy) Widdison, 20 grandchildren, 41 great grandchildren, a brother Wilford Tolman. She was preceded in death by 1 sister and 3 brothers.

Funeral services will be Thursday 12/20/12 at 11:00 a.m. in the Pacific Drive 2nd Ward 507 West 700 North American Fork, Utah. Friends may call Wednesday 12/19/12 from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Anderson & Sons Mortuary 49 East 100 No. Am.Fork and 9:45 to 10: 45 a.m. at the church. Burial will be in the Vahalla Memorial Park in North Hollywood CA.

http://www.andersonmortuary.com/node/993

Looking for Marchers for Burbank On Parade April 6, 2013

Hey Gals!

If you are interested in marching April 6, 2013, with the BHS Alumni Drill Team in the Burbank On Parade, please contact Joyce Rudolph, rudolphjoyce10@gmail.com

This year's parade has a really fun theme "Let's Go to the Movies!" We had such a great time with the Rosie the Riveter costume last year, let's come up with something flashy this year that says Hollywood. Please bring your ideas to a meeting at 7 pm Feb. 6 at my house. The parade is 11 am April 6. Let's get as many members there as possible!

Also, the Burbank on Parade committee is having a huge fundraiser from 6:30 to 10 pm on Feb. 11 at the VFW hall, 1006 W. Magnolia Blvd. a block west of Victory in Burbank, and it would be terrific to get the drill team there. It is a big band swing night and there will be a live big band and dance floor, bar and snack foods. It is free with donations accepted. Try to come dressed in 40s attire and makeup!

See you there!
Joyce

2012 Alumni Drill Team