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I I I I I I September 23, 2002 Californian Dearest mother in Today is your 72nd we're sure you are special day with the Lord and the rest of your beloved family in heaven. Well, Mom, I thank you again for giving me life because without your love, tenderness and patience, I wouldn't have what I have now a beautiful family, a strong heart and a giv- Vera Christine Santistevan Sept. 23, 1930, to March 9, 2000 heaven, birthday and sharing your Vera Christine Santistevan ing person. I will always be grateful to you, Mom, for the rest of my life. Your daughter, Vicki, is doing well, Mom, and all of your sons are also doing well.

They all send their love to you every day of their lives, so don't worry, Mom. I hope this message reaches you in heaven on this special day. So happy birthday, Mom, until next time. Lots of love from all your grandchildren and great-grandchildren, who miss you and your cooking every day. You're always on our minds and in our hearts.

Love you forever. Your son, Larry and family Find The Best Buys In Classified YOU DON'T AND I'M SORT OF NOT ABOUT TO WANT TO SELL KIND OF YOUR MARKET IT. GARY BANKeR DECARLI AMERICAN HOME REALTOR 594-2798 REALTY OBITUARIES SALINAS Robert C. 'Bob' Grier Robert C. "Bob" Grier, 87, of Salinas, died of cancer Sunday, Sept.

22, 2002, at his home. He was born Oct. 18, 1914, Woodward, and lived in Salinas for 60 years. He owned Salinas Garage and Tow in Salinas for 30 years before his retirement. He loved spending time with his family.

Military service: World War II U.S. Army veteran. Memberships: Lutheran Church of Our Savior. Survivors: Daughters-in-law, Margaret Miles of Merced and Kathy Hedberg of Salinas; grandsons, Steven L. (Tammy) Grier and Robert L.

Grier, both of Salinas and four great- grandchildren. Visitation: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday, Sept.

24, at Struve and Laporte Funeral Home, 41 W. San Luis Salinas. Services: 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 25, at Lutheran Church of Our Savior, 1230 Luther Way, Salinas.

Burial: Garden of Memories Memorial Park, 768 Abbott Salinas. Memorials: Lutheran Church of Our Savior. SALINAS Eula Hughes Eula Hughes, 89, of Salinas, died Friday, Sept. 20, 2002, at her home after an illness. She was born in Wewoka, and lived most of her life in Salinas.

She was a homemaker. She was preceded in death by her husband, Orval L. Hughes, and son, Charles Eugene Coyle. Memberships: Lifelong member of AFL-CIO Local 78A. Survivors: Daughters, Dorothy Peck of Pacific Grove and Merlene McAmis of Salinas; sons, James Wendel Coyle of Salinas and John A.

Bright of Columbia; sister, Mildred Murphy of Salinas; granddaughter, Roryann Hewitt of Prunedale; grandson, Ryan Eugene Brooks of Salinas and numerous other grandchildren and great- grandchildren. Visitation: 1 to 9 p.m. today, Sept. 23, at Healey Mortuary, 4 405 N. Sanborn Road, Salinas.

Services: 10 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 24, at Garden of Memories Memorial Park Mausoleum Chapel, 768 Abbott Salinas. WE REMEMBER Joseph V. Ruiz Sept.

23, 1913, to Aug. 2, 1997 Happy 89th birthday, Grandpa, It's amazing that five years have now passed. It seems like it was only yesterday that you were nagging at me about my driving as I was taking you to see your favorite doctor, hearing you tell me that my driving was going to Joseph V. cause you to Ruiz have a heart attack before you ever got to your appointment. All I have to do is close my eyes and I envision that moment and hear your voice.

They say that time heals the pain. I have no pain over your death because I know you're at peace and pain-free. However, time has not put a halt to the flowing of my tears when I have my moments of reminiscing over you. I would do anything to hear you nag at me and I would even appreciate it. I guess I will have to wait until we meet again.

You have another new greatgrandson, his name is "Johnny Dale Ruiz, aka, J.D." He is completely adorable from head to toe. We'll make sure that he learns everything there is to learn about you as he grows. Since there has been many family members who have left to join you since your passing, we know that you're having a blast with family during your birthday celebration in heaven. There are not enough words to express how much you are loved and missed. Your No.

1 Granddaughter, Tammie Californian LOCAL NEWS EDITORS Michelle Maitre City editor Mike Nemeth Assistant city editor LOCAL NEWS REPORTERS Glenn Cravens South county, video games Brian Gaylord Business news editor WE REMEMBER Judy A. Salcur Feb. 14, 1949, to Sept. 21, 2001 It's been a year that your presence was needed in all miss you so much, Mom. We keep telling ourselves it will get easier as time goes by, but it seems like it's getting harder.

If only we never had to say goodbye. We would give anything to have you back, Judy A. Salcur but we know one day we will be together, and nothing will ever separate us. We may not have a Mom to love, hug and kiss, but we do have a Mom who is able to love us from up above and guide us through our difficult times in life. Mom, that makes you extra special in our hearts.

Love, your children, Pebbles, Billy, Earl and Charles 000 From all your, grandchildren who had the privilege to have you around to spoil us, love us and take care of us. Also Cody, whom you never had the chance to see, Mom. He's such a beautiful baby. You would be proud. Love, Billy, Cynthia, Timothy, Michael, April, Lawrence, Judith, Little Earl, Kyle and baby Cody For all the Goods and Services you Need! 1 HOUR EMERGENCY SERVICE Call REASONABLE RATES SELECT ELECTRIC DISCOUNTS SENIOR Notorious 'Hillside Angelo Buono, found dead By Jessica Brice Angelo Buono BIG THE BIG QUESTION The Californian's Web site, www.californianonline.com, features "The Big Question," an informal reader poll.

A new question is introduced each Monday, Wednesday and Friday. FRIDAY'S QUESTION: Do you plan to attend the California International Airshow in Salinas on Oct. 4- As of 3:50 p.m. Friday, 60 votes had been tallied. The results: Yes, I wouldn't miss it 10 percent Probably but not definite 8.3 percent No, but I wish I could 23.3 percent No, not interested 50 percent a Undecided 9.1 percent LOCAL CALENDAR SALINAS READS WEEK, Partners for Peace looking for volunteers to spend one hour in a classroom reading a favorite story.

Registration: Aline Sanchez 751-7310, ext. 11 or e-mail TUE. I MONTEREY BAY ROSE SOCIETY, 7 p.m., Aptos Public Library, Soquel Drive and State Park Road, Aptos. Consulting rosarian session and rose auction. Jim 476-1381.

TUE. I "ZIN CHALLENGE" WINEMAKER DINNER, 6:30 p.m., Hullaballoo Restaurant, 228 S. Main Salinas. Ravenswood Vineyards paired with five-course meal organized by Chef Todd Fisher. $55 per person, tax and gratuity included.

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WED. I RESEARCH, Dr. Daniel Togasaki of the Parkinson's Institute will speak about research, p.m., St. Paul's Episcopal Church, 1071 Pajaro Salinas. Free and open to the public.

Kendra Web- ster 424-4359. WED. I MONTEREY BAY REPUBLICAN WOMEN FEDERATED, luncheon meeting, Le Chantilly, 1120 Lighthouse Pacific Grove. Social starts 11:30 a.m., lunch noon. Dorris and Michelle Noseworthy KinLinda, ship Center.

Bring new or gently used clothing and toys for children. Reservations Mary 644-9053. WED. NORTH COUNTY CANDIDATES FORUM, 7 p.m., Prunedale Grange, 17890 Moro Road, Prunedale. Information, call 663-0965, or visit PUBLIC MEETINGS TODAY MONTEREY COUNTY WATER RESOURCES AGENCY BOARD, 1 p.m., MCWRA board room, 893 Blanco Circle, Salinas.

755-4860. TODAY I LOCAL AGENCY FORMATION COMMISSION, 4 p.m., Board of Supervisors Chambers, Monterey County Courthouse, Salinas. 754- 5838. TODAY MONTEREY COUNTY SOCIAL SERVICES COMMISSION, 4- 5:30 p.m., Department of Social Services, The Quadrangle, 1000 S. Main Salinas.

209A conference room. Maryann Bartram 755-4766. TODAY MONTEREY COUNTY COMMUNITY ACTION COMMISSION, 4-8 p.m., Mountain View Townhouses, 1580 Falcon Drive, Salinas. Margarita Zarraga 796-3584. TUE.

KING CITY POLICE DEPARTMENT PUBLIC MEETING, 12:30 p.m., King City Library. Discussion of code enforcement. 385-4848. TUE. I I KING CITY COUNCIL AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AGENCY, 5 p.m., 212 S.

Vanderhurst King City. TUE. SALINAS RURAL FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT, 5:30 p.m., administrative office, 201 Highway 68, Suite Salinas. TUE. BORONDA CITIZENS ADVISORY COMMITTEE, 6 p.m., Apostolic Praise Temple, 1104 Fontes Lane, Salinas.

Discuss draft land-use concepts for the Boronda Community Plan. TUE. AROMAS TRI-COUNTY FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT, 7:30 p.m., A Aromas Fire Station, 492 Carpenteria Road, Aromas. 333-2645 WED. CALIFORNIA ARTS COUNCIL, 10 a.m., Getty Center, 1200 Getty Center Drive, Los Angeles.

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Adoption fees are $85 for dogs and $65 for cats and include initial vaccinations, microchip, SPCA ID tag, surgery and other extras. License fees for some jurisdictions are extra. For information, call 422-4721 or www.spcamc.org. Monterey County Animal Shelter, 2840 Fifth Marina (former Fort Ord). Hours: Monday through Saturday, noon to 5:30 p.m.

For information, call 384-1396. Marina Animal Shelter, 3040 Lake Drive, Marina. Hours: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Monday through Friday.

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Cause of death was not immediately known, but Martinez said Buono suffered from heart problems. There were no signs of trauma, and Buono was alone in his own cell when he died. "He had assigned duties at the prison, and he was singled-celled because of the nature of his crime," Martinez said. "There was nothing exceptional about his SACRAMENTO Angelo The Associated Press and his cousin were convicted of nine 'Hillside' killings in 1983. In November 1983, Buono was sentenced to life without the possibility of parole after being convicted of nine of 10 strangler slayings.

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