Santa Clara Magazine

Richard Philip "Dick" Berry ’54, of Meadow Vista, Calif., passed away peacefully in the company of his children on Monday, June 19, 2012 after a trying battle with Alzheimer's disease. He was born in San Francisco in 1932 to James and Anne. Richard attended Bellermine Preparatory where he excelled in football. He received his Bachelor of Science in Commerce from the University of Santa Clara in 1954, and served as First Lieutenant in the United States Army from 1954 to 1956. Richard married the love of his live, Elizabeth Jane in 1955. They raised their family in cities including San Jose, Denver, Salt Lake City and Meadow Vista.

Richard supported his family while employed at the AMFAC Distribution Corporation where he began his career in 1976 and retired as the Senior Vice President of Product Support in 1984. Richard excelled in all that he did and upon retiring he enjoyed gardening, watching his much loved 49ers and attending church where he was a Eucharistic minister. He was a warm, loving man who was described as a role model.

Richard is survived by a large family who will miss him deeply. He is the beloved father of Richard W. Berry, Kathryn (and Sidney) Smith, Susan (and David) Pierce and Linda Aldrich; devoted brother of James, William and Jay Anne; caring grandfather to Samantha Berry, Amanda and Gretchen Smith, David (and Kari) and Mark (and Jenna) Pierce, Megan and Kyle Aldrich; adoring great-grandfather to George Berry, Wyatt Pierce and Wesley Pierce. He also leaves behind many loving nieces, nephews, cousins, brothers and sisters-in-law. Richard will be remembered for his kind smile and dedication to his family. Richard's beloved 'Bets' passed away in 1999. He is reunited with her and they are surely enjoying their first dance in the life after this.

Ralph Eugene Neary ’54, Nov. 28, 2012. Neary, a third-generation San Franciscan who lived in the city his whole life, passed into his Lord's hands at home with his family at his side. He had fought a long and courageous battle with pancreatic cancer. 

Ralph was a proud graduate of Sacred Heart High School and Santa Clara University. After serving his country in the United States Army he went on to enjoy a productive career as a mechanical engineer. He holds numerous patents as a result of his creative work over a thirty-year career at the Schlage Lock Company.

Ralph was an invaluable member of Saint Brendan Parish, and enjoyed a life where his generosity was rewarded most by sharing simple, special times with his many loyal friends and loving family.

He could design anything, build anything, fix anything, and he made a mean Manhattan. But most of all, he was the best friend, husband, father, father-in-law, and grandfather anyone could ask for, sharing his insight and talents whenever and wherever needed most.

Those whose lives he touched will miss him immensely. The family is especially grateful for Lauren and her team of caregivers and Pathways Hospice who provided Dad with loving assistance over the last few months.
Ralph joined his parents Charlie and Olga, and his older brother Norman. He is now watching over his wife of fifty-six years, Kathleen (Cullen), his children, Michael (Xiomara), Thomas (Lucy), Charles (Laura), and Mary Geasa (John), and his nine grandchildren, Sean, Meaghan, Monica, Emily, Kaitlyn, Annie, Jack, Kevin, and Joe.

Luke A. "Bud" Scurich '54 passed away Tuesday, April 20th with his family at his side. He was 78 years old. He was born and raised in Watsonville and attended Moreland Notre Dame and Watsonville High schools. He attended Santa Clara University and after graduation in 1954, served in the army for two years spending a portion of his term in Alaska. He returned to Watsonville and began working in the family insurance agency until his retirement in 1995. After retiring, he continued to spend time barbequing for the charities and organizations he loved as well as for his family and friends at his ranch on Scurich Road. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus, Slavic American Benevolent Society, SACO, Watsonville Elks Lodge, Pajaro Valley Rod and Gun Club, PV Historical Society, SIRS and Valley Catholic Church. He also served on the Santa Cruz County Grand Jury for two years. He was preceded in death by his parents, Antone and Pauline Scurich and sisters Mary Farris and June Eastman. He is survived by his wife of 51 years, Sue, sister Catherine Walt Burleson, sons Tony Julie and Mike Jennifer Scurich, daughters Missy John Powers and Mimi Scurich, grandsons Jeff, Scott, Luke and Zach Scurich, Joe and Mathew Powers, granddaughters Megan and Casey Scurich, and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.

Larry F. Frisone '54 died on August 17, 2010. Resident of Carmel, Frisone passed away at the age of 79, after battling a seven year progressive neurological disorder, with family and care givers by his side. Larry was an extremely kind, honest and caring father, grandfather and friend. He always greeted everyone with a warm smile, witty conversation and was the life and soul of the party. Larry was born in Akron, Ohio. His primary schooling was at Saint Mary's Parochial School. His family moved to San Jose in July of 1947 and was enrolled at Bellarmine High School and graduated in 1950. He played varsity football first as a tackle then as a fullback during winning seasons. Larry's first year at college was at Santa Clara University where we took pre-science courses and ROTC. He then went to UC Berkley and graduated in 1954 with a BS Degree in Pharmacy from UCSF Medical Center College of Pharmacy and was licensed shortly thereafter. During September of 1954, Larry was called to duty in the US Army Medical Service Corp as a Second Lieutenant beginning at Fort Sam, Houston, Texas where he held various logistic assignments. After one year, he was transferred to Frankfurt, Germany where he was platoon leader of a MASH unit and later became the Company Commander. In July, 1956, Larry was honorably discharged as a First Lieutenant and began his pharmacy career. Larry met his future wife, Gloria Vizza, in San Jose when by chance, she walked into a pharmacy where Larry was currently working. He took a liking to her immediately. He didn't need to ask her for a phone number since he had already typed her prescription. Larry and Gloria were married on December 21, 1958. They had two children, a daughter, Julie and a son, Robert. Several months after their wedding, he opened Hecker Pass Pharmacy in Gilroy and began a very successful business. During these years, he always had a real estate project in the works. Julie died in 1970 which may have prompted Larry's need for a change in life. He shortly, thereafter, sold the pharmacy and pursued real estate full time. Larry, Gloria and Robert moved to Pebble Beach in 1977. His son, Robert, after graduating from college in 1986 began developing projects and running the office with Larry. Larry and Robert enjoyed working together for many years until Larry decided to reduce his hours to pursue community service. Gloria died in 1990 after fighting cancer for three years. Larry being the devoted husband never left her side. In July of 1997, Larry became a happy grandfather to his pride and joy, Emily Elizabeth Frisone. His favorite moments were visiting Emily at school, taking her shopping, listening to her play her violin and watching her ride at horse shows. He was so proud of her. Larry was always active in his various communities: Gilroy American Legion, Gilroy Rotary Club, Gilroy Elks Club, board member of Friends of Hospice, board member Chartwell School, Monterey County Cultural Commission, Stillwater Yacht Club (Commodore 2005) and member of the Big Sir Land Trust Membership Committee. Larry was also a member of the Pebble beach, Beach and Tennis Club and the Monterey Peninsula Country Club. Larry was a very generous man and made donations to many charities though-out the Monterey Peninsula. Larry is survived by his son, Robert Frisone, his daughter in law, Caron Frisone and his loving granddaughter, Emily Frisone who reside in Pebble Beach, California. Larry's family would like to thank Jun Camarse (Compassionate Care) and his entire family for the loving and attentive care given for three years.

John Joseph Mancino '54, age 77, of Huntington Beach, Calif., passed away July 7, 2010. John was born in Los Angeles on Nov. 30, 1932. He graduated from Mount Carmel High School where he was a multi-sport letterman, was the L.A. City Player of the Year in 1949 for Basketball and is a member of the Helms Hall of Fame. Those basketball skills earned him a scholarship to Santa Clara University. He transferred to Loyola University in Westchester after one year where he studied Accounting. Upon completing his education, John became a public accountant working for Arthur Andersen & Co. He spent the majority of his professional life operating his own accounting practice never completely retiring. Sports played a big role in John's life ... from his playing days to coaching his children, particularly in baseball, to rooting for his Angels, Dodgers and Lakers. Aside from his deep faith in Our Lord, the greatest love of his life was the time he spent with his family whom he treasured with all his heart. John is survived by his loving wife of 58 years, Marelyn, and sons John Dennis, Steve, Jeff, David, and Mark, daughters Nancy and Gina, 18 grandchildren and three great-grandchildren as well as sister, Mary Virginia. He is preceded in death by his precious grandson, Adam.

John J. Stanton Jr. '54, of Greenwich, Conn., died October 15, 2009. Born on August 23, 1932 in New York City he grew up in Mamaroneck, New York and Portland, Oegon. He was a graduate of Santa Clara University and Georgetown Law School. He proudly served as a Lieutenant in US Marine Corps. He practiced law with the National Labor Relations Board, was Labor Counsel and head of the legal department of the New York Times and served on Counsel with Cahill, Gordon and Reindel. He also taught law at the University of the District of Columbia. John was also a member of American Yacht Club, a parishioner of Resurrection Church in Rye, and a religious education teacher there. He enjoyed traveling, gardening and cooking. He is survived by his wife of 49 years, Mary-Jane (Handler), his children: John, Sue Ann (Gail Romano),Gregory (Maria Del Guercio) and Hugh as well as his grandchildren, Isobella, Luke and Nina. A devoted friend, Jack guided those close to him with his sharp intellect, dry wit, and gentle laugh. Jack Stanton was never one to suffer fools gladly.

John "Phil" Gilligan '54 passed away peacefully at home on Sunday August 14, 2011. He is survived by his wife Jane Gilligan and their three children: Andrew, Theresa and Erin, their spouses and five grandchildren. Following graduation from Santa Clara University in June of 1954, Gilligan served in the US Army Field Artillery as a Lieutenant for 4 years. Upon his return he joined Coldwell Banker in Los Angeles working as a mortgage broker, until he joined Edwin A.Tomlin Company, a Los Angeles mortgage brokerage firm. Later he became sole owner and operator of the company. During that time he served as the elected President of the California Mortgage Brokers Association and served for a full term. In 1968, following his retirement from the mortgage  brokerage business he embarked on a new career as an avocado farmer in North County San Diego. He developed Gilligan Groves, which prospers as a working business to this day. In 1970 Gilligan became a member of the Society of the Friendly Sons of St. Patrick of Los Angeles, serving as its  President  in 1981. He also served for many years on the University of San Diego Board of Trustees and as head of the Oceanside Housing Loan Rehabilitation Commission.

James P. Brisbois ’54, of San Mateo, Calif., passed away peacefully at home with his family by his side on Nov. 16, following a long struggle with Parkinson's Disease. He was 78 years old. A native of Stockton, Jim attended Serra High School and the University of Santa Clara. He served in the United States Army. Jim worked for 32 years as an investment trust officer with the Bank of California in San Francisco. An avid lifelong sportsman, he was a hunter safety instructor with the Department of Fish and Game for over 25 years. Jim was a long-time member of the Nocturnal Adoration Society. Jim is survived by Bobby, his wife of 46 years, and their children, Nick (Anna), Joe (Meighan), Matt, and Sue (Tracy), as well as his sisters, Winnie Buckley and Mary Rose. He was blessed with two granddaughters, Zoe and Lily. Jim was preceded in death by his parents, Nicholas and Winifred Brisbois, and sisters, Barbara Ogburn and Betty Norman.

Jack Keuhler '54 on Dec. 20, 2008.  A native of Grand Island, Neb., he started at IBM as an associate engineer at the San Jose Research Laboratory in 1958. He was elected IBM senior vice president in May 1982 and became vice chairman of the board and a member of the executive committee in January 1988. He was elected president in May 1989 and resumed the title of vice chairman in 1993. The former engineering alumnus served on SCU's Board of Trustees, and in 2005 he and his wife donated $1 million to the School of Engineering. In addition to his wife, he is survived by five children; and 12 grandchildren.

Edward L. Bispo '54, passed away on July 15, 2010 in Carmichael, Calif. Ed was born in Modesto, Calif., on June 19, 1932. He is survived by Virginia, his loving wife of 54 years, and his five daughters and their husbands: Cathy and David Allen of Raleigh, NC; Debbie and Rob Stevenson of Redwood City, Calif.; Theresa and Mike Molatore of Bakersfield, Calif.; Sharon and Tom Wilp of Chandler, Ariz.; and Pam and Keith Johnson of Carmichael, Calif. Ed is also survived by 13 adoring grandchildren: Chantel and John Molatore; John, Katie, Elizabeth, and Joey Allen; Christopher and Laura Wilp; Abby, Erin and Liam Johnson; and Will and Mia Stevenson. He also leaves many family members including his sisters Margaret Nossardi and Kathy Lewis and brothers Charles (Joyce) and Frank Bispo, brother-in-law and sister-in law James and Joyce McHugh, numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and loyal friends. Ed graduated from Modesto High School in 1950 and from Santa Clara University in 1954. Upon completion of his undergraduate studies he was commissioned as a second lieutenant in the U.S. Army. After two years active duty, Ed attended the University of San Francisco where he earned a master's degree in political science as well as numerous teaching credentials. He began teaching in San Francisco Unified School District and after seven years he moved his family to Sacramento where he began a long and successful career working for the California Department of Education. While in Sacramento, Ed continued his studies and earned his Ed.D from Nova University. Ed enjoyed his involvement with education and children. He continued working, part time, after retirement until he fully retired due to health reasons. He loved being with family and friends and enjoyed participating in the many special events in honor of his children and grandchildren, including birthday parties, academic ceremonies, sporting events and all school activities. He was very proud of his family. He was frequently sought out by the persons whose lives he touched for advice and counseling. He was always available to friends and acquaintances for talk, counsel, and an occasional glass of wine. He was generous and kind. He loved people and he loved life.

Douglas Michael Lowell '54 died on May 28, 2012. Born in Portland, Ore., he was a developer and builder in Portland. In 1963 he purchased a large cattle ranch on the Oregon Coast at Cascade Head. Nature Conservancy absorbed most of the property into its land preserves and he developed the remaining acres into Cascade Head Ranch which is also home to the Sitka Center for Art and Ecology. He died in Plymouth, U.K. Survivors include his wife, Marcia.

Charles F. Leonhardt, Jr. '54 died on July 27, 2010. Charles (Chuck) was born on December 19, 1930 to Charles Sr. and Edith Leonhardt and graduated from Lincoln High School in San Francisco. Chuck later graduated from Santa Clara University with a degree in Civil Engineering. He served in the Army and spent his life traveling around the world working as an engineer on various water projects. Chuck married Lucille Gossett and they were blessed with two daughters, Edith and Judith. Chuck was an avid runner and golfer, spending most of his life enjoying both passions. Although he spent most of his adult life outside of the United States, Chuck always loved and thought of San Francisco as his true home and was a staunch fan of the San Francisco 49'ers. Chuck is survived by his second wife, Lennie Leonhardt; his loving sister Lois Pape (Ron); his daughters Dr. Edith A. Kaeuper (John) and Judith del Pinal (Hugo); and his grandson James E. Kaeuper.

Joseph Anthony Salazar ’55 was born on November 8, 1933, and died on January 1, 2013. Joe “Pepi” Salazar was a really wonderful man and his life was a fulfillment of everything that is right about the American Dream.  The son of Mexican immigrants, he grew up in Rio Vista and Antioch, making lifelong friends – and a little mischief - along the way.  After graduating from Antioch High, he attended Santa Clara University where he graduated in 1955.   Shortly thereafter, he married Dolores Ashlock, his sweetheart from nearby Mt. Diablo High.  He enlisted in the Army, and the newlyweds were reassigned to Georgia where they started their family.

After Joe was honorably discharged, the Salazars (now with daughter Nancy) returned west where Joe started working for Union Oil.  After a few years in Nevada and Northern California, the Salazars moved to Stockton (with second daughter Suzanne) where Joe started a thirty year career as a salesman for Allstate Insurance.  With the addition of his son Joe Jr., his family was complete and the game was on.  Family events included water skiing, fishing and hunting in the Delta, camping in the mountains, weekend golfing, inevitable school and church functions, and local athletics.

Joe’s favorite place on earth was wherever his friends or family were gathering.  Sometimes that place was the 1st tee, sometimes the 19th, other times around the family dinner table.  It wasn’t the location, it was the people around him.  His life was guided by a fundamental belief in the inherent dignity of the individual person regardless of one’s station in life.  One of his favorite authors was Leo Buscaglia who espoused a philosophy of loving those around you and by giving them a hug.  Joe was a great hugger because his hugs were real.  That was one of his many gifts, he loved others and especially loved to help those who were disadvantaged.  He contributed hundreds of hours annually to dozens of charitable groups over the years.  Knights of Columbus, Kiwanis, Special Olympics, St. Mary’s Interfaith, Disabled American Veterans, SIRS Group #87, and Wounded Warriors are only a few of the many groups he helped through his volunteered time.  His wealth in life was his relationship with family and friends as well as those who benefited by his volunteer work.  He did right by his family, his friends, and his community.

Later in life Joe and Dolores took on another name, one they wore with pride…Gramma and Grandpa to Holly, Laurel, Annie, Joey, Lucca and Lucianna.  With the same energy and love they put forth raising their children, they did for their grandchildren: and those precious grandkids are all the better for it.

And did we mention he loved to talk?  And how!  And yet, he was an even better listener.  He wanted to know what you were doing, what your friends were doing and what your children were up to.  He loved to hear about others’ successes, and always encouraged his children and grandchildren to create a vision and then make it happen.  Whether husband, father, grandfather or friend, Joe was also your fan.

We really miss him.  

Joe is survived by Dolores, his wife of 58 years.  Additionally, he is survived by his children, Nancy Weaver (husband Scott) of Denver, Suzanne DelZotto (husband Tom) of Gold River, Joe Salazar Jr.(wife Tori) of Woodbridge, and grandchildren Holly and Laurel Weaver, Annie DelZotto, Joey Salazar III, Lucca, and Luciana Salazar.  Further he is survived by brother Ray '54 and Joan Salazar of Santa Clara, and many nieces and nephews.

John Joseph Kiely '55, M.A. '63, a longtime teacher and counselor, and descendant of Santa Clara's prominent Kiely family, passed away Nov. 14 at his home in Los Gatos after a long battle with leukemia. He was 79.

One of nine children, he was born March 18, 1933, to grocer William P. and Elaine Kiely. The Kiely family originally left Ireland during the potato famine, then settled in Australia before immigrating to California.

He grew up in the family mansion on Homestead Road. Known today as the Kiely House, this circa-1889 Queen Anne Victorian is listed on historical tour guides of Santa Clara. In the 1950s, the home was used as a boardinghouse for students attending Bellarmine College Preparatory.

His father was a former mayor of Santa Clara, and Kiely Boulevard is named for him. His brother William P. Kiely Jr. '55 also served for years on the City Council.

After graduating from Bellarmine and Santa Clara University, Kiely embarked on a long teaching career. He taught English and drama at Santa Clara High School for 33 years. In 1992, he earned an MFCC (Marriage, Family and Child Counseling) license and launched a second career.

He was also involved with the Serra Club, a Catholic vocation group, St. Mary's Church and Holy Family's New Horizons program.

Kiely is survived by his wife of 17 years, Carole '71; his two children, Kate Kiely and Daniel Kiely '93: three stepdaughters, Melissa Burke, Julia Selfridge and Marya Ruiz; and three grandchildren, Henry, Freddy and Josie.

John Dunlap Cox '55 on Nov. 24, 2008.  A native of Modesto, he farmed the Cox Ranch until he established a commercial crop-dusting business, Valley Crop Dusters, in which he remained active until the time of his death. He was a volunteer for the Westley Fire Department, a member of the Swamp Rats, Lost & Found Gun Club, Modesto Properties Gun Club, and a life member of Ducks Unlimited and the Henrys Lake Foundation. He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Harriet; three children; and eight grandchildren.

John E. Boudreau '55,  died peacefully Oct. 26, 2011, at his home in Cayucos.

John was born in March 1933 in Los Angeles to Essel Boudreau and Eleanor McPartlin of Long Beach, Calif., one week after the Long Beach earthquake. After having spent his youth in Long Beach, where he was an avid body surfer and played basketball at St. Anthony's High School, John attended Santa Clara University on a basketball scholarship, where he earned his bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering. In 1956, he married Sue Josephson of San Jose, Calif., whom he met while he was at Santa Clara. After a brief term of active duty in the U.S. Army as a 2nd Lt., he served eight years in the Army Reserve rising to the rank of captain. After he began his engineering career at Shell Chemical, John went on to work with Aerojet General in Sacramento in the 1960s as a test engineer on the Polaris missile program. He subsequently served as engineer-manager of the Terra Bella Irrigation District in Tulare County, Calif., from 1968 until he retired in 1998.

Between 1979 and 2000, he also served as manager of the Friant Power Authority, where he championed and then oversaw the planning and construction of a 25-megawatt hydroelectric project at Friant Dam, on the upper San Joaquin River in Fresno County.

During his long and distinguished career in water and power, John also served as chairman of the Association of California Water Agencies, executive board member of the Thermal Electric Water Supply Committee, chair of the Tulare County Nuclear Power Plant Advisory Committee and chair of the Tulare County Flood Control Commission. Following his retirement in 1998, John and Sue moved permanently to Cayucos, where they had enjoyed many weekends and summers since 1984. He had a great sense of humor, loved hard work, the outdoors, the ocean, dredging for gold, hunting, cooking and spontaneous family trips. John was a loving and quiet man with a great respect for others.

He will be forever in our hearts. John leaves behind his wife of 55 years, Sue; five children, Michael, Brian, Julie, Joe and Laurel; grandchildren Michelle, Lauren, Jennifer, Jordan and Blake; brother, Tom Boudreau; and sister, Mary Conover.

John Anthony Buschini '55 was born Oct. 1, 1934 and died July 11, 2009. A resident of Clayton, Calif., John was born in San Francisco to Margaret and Jerry Buschini. Growing up in San Mateo, John attended Military School in his lower grades. He graduated from Serra High School and continued onto Santa Clara University where he graduated in 1955. While in college he met his first wife. John & Chloe shared 35 years together, raising their family in Lafayette. John was involved in his children's lives, having four sons. He enjoyed managing and coaching PHBA little league, fishing adventures, Y-Guide leader and just spending time to relax. After Chloe's passing in 1991 John remarried in 1997, and he and his wife Peggy relocated to Clayton where they spent their retirement years together - traveling, playing golf, enjoying 11 grandchildren and creating great memories. After college John began his career in the wholesale food industry, working as a sales rep for General Foods. After some time of experience, he then moved to St. Francis Pie Shop, Inc. where he helped in running the family business until he retired in 2003. Through his years at the Pie Shop John was able to work by the sides of his grandfather, father, first wife and all four sons. John was an avid fisherman and enjoyed fishing throughout Northern California but especially loved the Feather River Canyon and of course the infamous "secret hole." As a "Faithful," John followed and supported the SF 49ers from the beginning of the team's formation and was a season ticket holder since 1956. Those who knew him will agree that he was a friend to everyone he met and touched many lives. He was a great man and will be missed by all. He is survived by his wife Peggy, sons Mark (Mary); John (Jill); Matt (Michelle); Paul (Alana); and grandchildren Shane, Nick, Adam, Sarah, Pierce, Breck, Max, Marco, Elora, Anthony, and Sam.

Fabian S. Novak '55 on Dec. 26, 2008.  After attending SCU on a football scholarship, he retired as a major in the U.S. Army after 22 years of active service. He worked for another 22 years as a civilian employee for the U.S. Army and Veteran's Administration. The Vietnam veteran is survived by his wife of 53 years, Patricia; five children; and 11 grandchildren.

F. Richard “Dick” Lucas ’55, 78, passed away peacefully on June 26, 2012. Born in Alameda, Calif. on August 28, 1933, as the only child of Frank and Edith Lucas, "Dick" spent his early years growing up in Oakland. In December 1941, he and his family moved to St. Helena. Following graduation from St. Helena High School in 1951, Dick attended Santa Clara University, graduating summa cum laude in 1955. He spent the next two years serving as a 1st lieutenant in the U.S. Army stationed in Japan. Upon returning to the U.S., Dick attended Stanford Law School, where he served on the Stanford Law Review, graduating in 1960. In 1959 he married his wife, Phyllis Anne Johnson. They made their first home in Palo Alto before moving to Sacramento where Dick began his legal career working as a deputy Attorney General from 1960 to 1963. In 1963, Dick moved his family to Fairfield, California where he began a long partnership with Burt Goodman and William H. Herbert. He served as president and director of the Solano County Bar Association, as member of the Northern California Association of Defense Counsel and as a Fellow of the American College of Trial Lawyers. He concluded his law practice with his son, Matthew, and with Kendall Hillman. Dick retired recently, culminating a 50-year legal career. Dick served for 16 years as a member of the Solano Community College Board of Trustees. He also served on the Solano County Democratic Central Committee, was a past member of the Fairfield Kiwanis Club, and has been a long-time member of Green Valley Country Club. Dick enjoyed travelling, reading, cross-word puzzles, a game of cribbage and a good martini. Dick was a devoted husband, father and grandfather. He is survived by his wife, Phyllis of Green Valley, and his three children, Jennifer Lucas Young (John Matcovich) of Portland, Oregon, Sarah Ellen Lucas (Peter Sturges) of Burlingame and Matthew R. Lucas (Susan Lucas) of Fairfield. Dick was also "Grumpy" to eight grandchildren: Cecelia, Nick and Lucy Young; Lucas and Nathaniel Sturges; and Ryan, Will and Andrew Lucas. In 2009, Dick and Phyllis joyfully celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary in Barbados with all of their children and grandchildren.

Edward Joseph Farrell '50, J.D. '55 died on January 18, 2011. He was born in Sacramento, Calif. on May 7, 1929 to Bess and Leo Farrell, M.D. Edward Farrell, a fourth generation Californian, who was preceded in death by his loving wife of 50 years, Mary Ann. He is survived by his children Leo Farrell ’81, Suzanne Farrell ’82, Michael and Tim Farrell; and grandsons Evan and Dylan Fagundes. Edward is survived by his sisters Mary Kehew and her husband, Roger; and Frances Vitulli and her husband, Frank; sister-in-law Kathy Anapolsky and her husband Larry. He was preceded in death by his sister, Harriet Farrell. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews. Edward was a graduate of Christian Brothers High School (1946) and Santa Clara University (1950). He received his law degree from Santa Clara University in 1955. He served as a First Lieutenant in the U.S. Army during the Korean War in 1952. He married Mary Ann Morris in 1958 who preceded him in death in 2009. At the time of his retirement in 2001, Edward was the senior partner of the Farrell, Fraulob and Brown law firm in Sacramento. His many and varied interests included a lifelong love of books and a reputation as a voracious reader on a wide array of subjects. His impressive breadth of knowledge along with his capacity as a truly gifted storyteller helped him educate, entertain and inform friends and family memorably for decades. He retained these abilities, as well as his renowned sense of humor, right up until his passing. His devotion to physical fitness found him biking on Sacramento's bike trails well into his 70's and strolling his Land Park neighborhood well after his 80th birthday. An intense interest in travel took him from Finland to France, Malaysia to Morocco, but summer vacations with family at the beach in Rio Del Mar were always his favorite.

Daniel "Nono" Modena '55 on Nov. 2, 2008.  He is survived by his wife of 49 years, Elizabeth; four children; and 10 grandchildren.

Charles Cato Vierra '55 on Dec. 24, 2008 in Salinas, Calif. He obtained a degree in business administration from SCU, but spent a long career as a distinguished middle school teacher of natural history in North Monterey County School District. In addition to hundreds of former students, he leaves wife Delia (Ginger); children Marilyn '81, Suzanne, David, Veronica (Doctor), Danielle and Paul; and 9 grandchildren.