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Richard A. Schaub Jr.

Richard Andrew Schaub Jr. ’51 passed away peacefully on March 17, 2013, with his wife and children beside him after a 1 year battle with lung cancer. Dick was born March 19, 1929, to Dr. and Mrs. Richard Schaub, and was raised in Altadena, California.  He attended St. Elizabeth Elementary School, Elliot Junior High, and Pasadena Junior College. Dick graduated from Santa Clara University with a degree in Business. He spent three years in the Navy as a lieutenant serving on the USS Yorktown and Chemung. Dick received an MBA from the Harvard Business School in1956.  On July 13, 1957, he married the love of his life, Lou-Ann Sachs of Pasadena. They made their life together in South Pasadena where they were residents for over 50 years, raising 5 wonderful children. Dick was first employed at Waste King Universal, becoming the CEO. He went into private consulting for 3 years. He then worked for Illig Construction Company and its related corporations. He retired as CEO from Architectural Woodworking Company in 1994.  Dick was active in the Holy Family Parish as a Eucharistic Minister, Lector, and served on various committees. He was a board member of the Los Angeles Rotary Club, the Pasadena American Cancer Society, and a longtime board member of Holy Family Adoption Services.  Dick is survived by his wife, Lou-Ann, of 55 years, and 5 children: Richard III, Thomas, Anne (Peter) Zwart, Christina (Edward) Buckley , and Susanne (John) Fisher. He leaves behind 10 beautiful grandchildren: Sarah, Mary Katherine, Peter Jr., Michael, and Julianna Zwart; Allison and Nicholas Schaub; and Olivia, Katherine and Audrey Fisher.  Dick will be remembered for his devotion to his faith and family, and particularly for his understated wit. 

submitted May. 22, 2013 4:26A
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Gerald W. Shipsey

Gerald William Shipsey J.D. ’51, a 3rd generation San Luis Obispo native, died at home on April 29, 2013 at the age of 88 from the effects of congestive heart failure. Jerry was born in 1924 to William T. and Elizabeth (Adam) Shipsey. He graduated from Mission High School with the class of 1942.

Jerry served in the army at the end of World War II, from 1943-1946. Returning to college, he earned his law degree in 1951 from Santa Clara University. During his time at Santa Clara he met Dorothy McDougall on a blind date. They were married for 50 years before her death in 2000.
In 1951 Jerry and Dorothy returned to San Luis Obispo to make their home and raise their 3 children. Jerry and his college friend, John L. Seitz J.D. '51, formed the law partnership of Shipsey and Seitz where he worked until his retirement in 1993. Over the years Jerry served as Attorney for the cities of Guadalupe and Arroyo Grande. He was also legal counsel to the South County Sanitation District and the Oceano Community Service District. He served as president of the SLO County Bar Association and was a member of the San Luis Obispo City Council during the 1960's. He was an active member of the Elks for many years.
Jerry was an avid SF Giants and 49er fan. He certainly enjoyed his final season following both teams!
Gerald was predeceased by his wife, Dorothy, and his brother, James E. Shipsey '50. He is survived by his sister, Kathleen Lyons, and his three children, Janet Koznek (Larry), William Shipsey and Patty Shipsey. In addition he leaves 6 grandchildren, Paul Koznek (Xin), Tim Koznek (Becka), Jeff Koznek (Rebekah), Leila Roche (Matt), Emma Shipsey and Jerald Patrick Shipsey. Four (soon to be six!) great grandchildren also survive him. He took great delight in the activities and achievements of each of his children and grandchildren.
 
submitted May. 22, 2013 5:02A

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