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A4 Times Tuesday, June 28, 2011 Around Town FESTIVAL: Continued from page A3 "We're also looking for some way to help the foodbooths, like maybe free entry if you're just going in for lunch," saidFerrell. Beltran said food and crafts vendors probably did see their sales decrease this year. "And they said it was probably because of admission. But we have to do what we have to do," said Beltran. According to Beltran, after Saturday's Flower Festival Parade she worked the main ticket booth, where more than 500 people an hour paid admission to enter the park grounds.

Another change this year was the lack of parade awards. "We were about 25 entries down this year, and the festival judges said it wasn't considered a 'judgeable Not enough floats apparently," saidBeltran. tnspiteof the shortened parade, and new admission charge, Mayor JohnLinn said he had a great time, and that his Boy Scout troop's foodbooth finally raised enough money this year to complete its clubhouse construction project. Linn said volunteer efforts, such as the festival association, were important parts of the community. "They're looking for more volun -teers to come into the festival organization and improve the project.

The 60th (Flower Festival) is comingup, so we've got to do something special." ill 'Ih Temple Beth El to celebrate with BBQ Temple Beth El will celebrate Independence Day with a barbecue and live music by Wildwood, playing bluegrass and Americana beginning at noon, July 4, 1501 E. Alvin Ave. in Santa Maria. Wildwood will play until 1:45 p.m. The barbecue includes hotdogs, vege -burgers and tri-tip.

Attendees are asked to bring their own place setting and a salad or dessert to share. Reservations must be made by calling Ken at 938-7728 or email him at kenneth lwolfmsn.com by June 30. Tickets will be sold at the door for $8 to members; $10tononmembers; children under 12, and free to military. Len WoodStaff shown, were Fabiola Hernandez pays for admission Thursday for the festival. Her sons Kevin, 10, and Brian, 5, not under 12 and got in free.

Residential and commercial customers will have their service delayed by one day. Friday customers will be serviced erating Monday because of the Fourth of July holiday. The Santa Maria Regional Landfill also will be closed. Saturday, while Saturday commercial customer collection will not change Trash and recycling containers should be out closed Monday. For more information, contact the Utilities De-partment at 925-0951, ext.

7270. COUNTY: Continued from page A3 services in will not be op by 6:30 a.m. Street sweeping will follow the modified trash collection schedule. City offices will also be uaries Barbara Gardener Wesley Lewis Vosburg Namiko "Margie" Ohtsubo Nolan 1924 2011 Wesley Lewis Vosburg, age 87, passed away at the Silver Hills Residential Care Facility in Santa Maria on Friday, June 24, 2011 surrounded by his loving family. I i.

i ne was born ln January ivzf in me town of Carverton Pennsylvania to Namiko Margie Ohtsubo Nolan passed away June 18, 2011 at the age of 78. Namiko was born in Nagoya, Japan on June 9, 1933 to Sadajuhro and Kayo Ohtsubo. Namiko married Robert "Bob" Nolan Sr. on January 21, 1960 in Tokyo, Japan. They met while Bob was working for McDonnell Douglas in Japan.

They returned to Santa Maria shortly after their marriage. In 1984 Namiko retired from Bonita Packing where her co-workers gave her William and Esmer Vosburg. He graduated from Wyoming Valley High School in Pennsylvania and then served in the US Army from 1943 to 1946. He married Doris Huddleson in 1944 and together they raised four children. They Iti.

the nickname of Margie. After retirement she enjoyed playing bingo and spending time with her granddaughters. Namiko was preceded in death by her husband, Bob on February 11, 2008. She is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, Robert Jr. and Deana Nolan of Santa Maria and her daughter, Nora Nolan of Oceano.

One brother, Masao Ohtsubo of Nagoya, Japan. Three granddaughters, Kelsey, Rachel and Delaney Nolan of Santa Maria. In honor of her request there will be no services. Cremation was requested with private inurnment to be at a later date. Arrangements are under the direction of Dudley-Hoffman Mortuary, Crematory and Memory Gardens.

Dudley Hoffman Mortuary Crematory (805)922-8463 www.dudleyhoffmanmortuary.com Barbara Gardener passed away quietly on June 24, 2011 at the age of 90. Barbara was born May 3, 1921 in Tepusquet Canyon, she was the fifth child of twelve to Leroy and Katie Bennett. Barbara is survived by her husband of 63 years, Allen W. Gardener and four children. Peggy Colli (Billy), Carolyn Chevoya (Roger), Allen Gardener (Genevieve), and Julie Terral (Rusty).

Eight grandchildren, Stacey Bassett, Whitney Scotto (Paul), Chad Colli (Joanne), Jacob and Kayla Gardener, Wyatt Terral (Sara) and Clara Terral. Three great grandchildren, Cassidy Colli, and Dante and Luca Scotto. She was also preceded in death by her granddaughter Ellie Jo Terral in 1995. Barbara was a wonderful wife, mother, grannie and friend, she loved her family dearly. She also loved to garden and loved to work at the Santa Maria Farmers Market with her sister Florence Silva for over 15 years.

Barbara spent her entire life in the Santa Maria area and her beloved Tepusquet. When her and Allen moved back up to Tepusquet she said, "Wow this is a real full circle of my life Their last home they lived in was just over the hill from where she was born. Barbara's family would like to thank wonderful nurses and staff of the Marian Hospice, especially Nurse Anne. What a dear, we would also like to thank Aida Barnett who stepped in and became part of our family. Our mothers last few years were very hard on us and we wish to thank Cris, Rey and Pilar of Janelle's RCFE and Aurora of Superior RCFE, who made our mother as comfortable and peaceful as possible.

A private celebration of Barbara's life will be announced at a later date. Any contributions may be made to Marian Hospice of Santa Maria. resided in Wyoming, Pennsylvania until relocating to Santa Maria in 1959. Wesley made his living as a carpenter, owning Vosburg Construction and finally retiring at the age of 72. He enjoyed gardening, especially caring for his many roses and irises.

His lifelong interest was building and flying model airplanes and he was a founding and lifetime member of the Tri-Valley RC Modelers Airplane Club. Wesley was a past Master of the Masonic Lodge in Wyoming, Pennsylvania. He is survived by his children Wayne and wife Melodee of Santa Maria, David and wife Wendy of Orcutt Brian and wife Doris of Nipomo, and Gail and husband Pat McDonald of Santa Maria; grandchildren Melissa Flores, Misty (Eddie) Orozco, Danielle Vosburg, Jason (Ashlee) Hylton; Brandon, Taryn, Alia and Colton Vosburg; Candace Vosburg and Jessica (Josh) Cory; and Dustin and Shelby McDonald; six great-grandchildren; his brother Ralph Vosburg of Pennsylvania; and numerous nieces and nephews, other family members, and friends. He was preceded in death by his wife Doris, infant son William, grandsons Robert Vosburg and Jeremy Hylton, granddaughter Tiffany McDonald, great -grandaughter Ava Hylton, and sisters Eleanor Milazzo and Alma Bates. The family would like to thank the staff of the Silver Hills Residential Care Facility for the caring support that they provided to Wesley.

Visitation will be held from 3:00 6:00 pm, Thursday, June 30, 2011 in the chapel of Magner-Maloney Funeral Home located at 600 E. Stowell Road in Santa Maria. Funeral services will be held 2:00 p.m., Friday, July 1, 2011 in the chapel of Magner-Maloney and will be followed by a graveside service at the Santa Maria Cemetery. Arrangements are in the care of Magner-Maloney Funeral Home and Crematory. Sympathy notes and words of support may be expressed at www.magnermaloney.com Roy Childress It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Roy Childress died on June23, 2011.

He had some heart problems for quite sometime before going to be with the Lord. A private service was held on June 25, 2011 at Dudley Hoffman Chapel for immediate family only. Roy was born on July 7, 1954 he has lived in Santa Maria since 1964. Roy worked for the County of Santa Barbara Public Roads Dept since 1979; he also serviced 4 years in the Army after he 31,1 A AT 17 0 31 A "IMIV riJJlVIlt-iriJ-ljKJiit FUNERAL HOME A.D CREMATORY Death Notices Donald E. Winn graduated from high school.

He was a loving husband and father and is survived by his wife Rosalie Childress, his daughter Stephanie Cedeno. Also his mother Gisela Childress, Sister Linda Pennywitt, Brother Ted Childress; two grandchildren Andrew and Adriane Cedeno. Roy loved spending time with his dog Bosco, riding his Harley's, barbequing, loud music, his sports, and work. No matter what Roy did he always did it very well and enjoyed himself. The many friends who knew him over the years, he lived in Santa Maria he will be greatly missed.

Although his time with us was not nearly enough we will always remember his boisterous personality and great sense of humor. Arrangements are under the direction of Dudley-Hoffman Mortuary, Crematory and Memory Gardens. Dudley Hoffman Mortuary Crematory (805)922-8463 www.dudleyhoffmanmortuary.com Donald E. Winn was born in Jacksonville, IL March 21, 1931 to John (Stanley) and Grace Winn. Passed away peacefully Thursday June 23rd with his family at his side.

In his growing up years they moved around IL. Then they settled in Casey, IL where he went to Casey High School. He played football, basketball and was in track. Graduating in 1949. He went to Evansville College on a football scholarship until he was injured.

Then he went into the Air Force in 1950-1954 during the Korean conflict. After his SYLVIA M. CANNON, 90, a resident of Santa Maria, passed away on June 26th, 2011 at the age of 90. Arrangements entrusted to the care of Lori Family Mortuary, Santa Maria. MRS.

ELIZABTH "BETTY" A. LINDFORS, age 84, resident of Santa Maria, passed away June 24, 2011. Arrangements are under the direction of Dudley-Hoffman Mortuary, Crematory and Memory Gardens www.dudleyhoffmanmortuary.com MR ANACLETO M. MARATAS, age 103, resident of Santa Maria, passed away June 27, 2011. Arrangements are under the direction of Dudley-Hoffman Mortuary, Crematory and Memory Gardens www.dudleyhoffmanmortuary.com CAROL OLSEN, 68, of Santa Maria, passed away June 25, 2011.

Arrangements are in the care of Magner Maloney Funeral Home and Crematory. WILLIAM GILBERT STRAUSBURG, 78. a resident of Arroyo Grande, CA, passed away on June 24th, 2011 at the age of 78. Arrangements have been entrusted to the care of Lori Family Mortuary, Santa Maria. WESLEY VOSBURG, 87, of Santa Maria, passed away June 24, 2011.

Arrangements are in the care of Magner Maloney Funeral Home and Crematory. Lotus Charlene Privett Our beloved mother, grandmother, aunt, and friend, Lotus Charlene Privett, passed away with her loving family at her side on June 21, 2011 at the age of 76 in Santa Maria, CA. Lotus was born on May 21, 1935 in Rapid City, SD to Ralph and Alice Lynch. She married Bobbie Doyle Privett of Clovis, NM on October 20, 1951 in Yuma, AZ. She graduated from Venice High School in Venice, CA in 1953.

Her hobbies included crafts, sewing, genealogy, bowling, and cooking. Lotus discharge moved to the Boston area. Living there for 22 years, working for Electronics Corp of America. Married and had two children. Working with Infrared detectors.

Then moved to Santa Barbara in 1974 and worked for Santa Barbara Research Center. In 1980 moved to Santa Maria still with SBRC working as Superintendent of Manufacturing Common Module Detectors. Where he meet his current wife Beryl. He worked for SBRC for 15 years, with much pride and joy. Retiring in 1989.

His hobbies were golfing, fishing, oil painting and his once a month poker game. Enjoyed the local events and celebrations. We love you Don, you will forever be in our hearts. Don is survived by his wife Beryl, daughter Pamela (Alan) Rondina of Norton, MA, son Don Winn of Santa Barbara, CA, step son Scott (Lori) Barker of Crescent City, CA, step daughter Traci (Paul) Grothe of Salinas, CA, sister Verna (Ed) Titus of Greenup, IL, brother David (Kay) Winn of Wilson, N.C, brother-in-law James Cox of Santa Maria, CA. Grand children Michael Barker, Michael Rondina, Madeline Grothe and Thomas Grothe.

He was preceded in death by his parent John (Stanley) and Grace Winn and brothers Richard Winn and Stanley Winn. A Memorial service will be held at the Chapel of Dudley-Hoffman Mortuary on Thursday, June 30, 2011 at 2:00 p.m. with burial to follow in the Santa Maria Cemetery with full Military Honors. In lieu of flowers please donate to the Parkinson's Research Institute, 675 Almanor Sunnyvale, CA 94085 Arrangements are under the direction of Dudley-Hoffman Mortuary, Crematory and Memory Gardens. Dudley- Hoffman Mortuary Crematory (805) 922-8463 www.

dudleyhof fmanmortuary com For information on placing an obituary, please call (805) 737-9020 also loved to sing and play the piano and organ. Lotus was a Navy wife and homemaker for 20 years. While her husband was active in the service, she traveled with him to Maine, Texas, Tennessee, Washington, and Japan. She and Bob settled in Lemoore, CA upon Bob's retirement in 1970. They moved to Pasadena, CA in 1975, and relocated to Santa Maria in 1985.

Lotus worked for several years at Betty's Fabrics in Santa Maria. Lotus was preceded in death by her husband Bobbie in 2008 and her grandson Jonathan Parent in 2009 She is survived by her brother Donley Lynch (wife Sara) of Mountain Home, AR; children Steven Privett of Pasadena, CA, Cory Privett (wife Roxana) of Sierra Madre, CA, Lynda Wiggins (husband Randy) of Simi Valley, CA; grandchildren Michael Zdralek, Jessica Privett, Erika Privett, Dayne Privett, Paulette Parent, Blake Wiggins; as well as 1 niece and 6 nephews. She will be sadly missed, but lovingly remembered by all. Arrangements are under the direction of Dudley-Hoffman Mortuary, Crematory and Memory Gardens. Dudley Hoffman Mortuary Crematory (805)922-8463 www.dudleyhoffmanmortuary.com.

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