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DeVries, Pete
Service Location: First Baptist Church of Prunedale
Service Date: March 2, 2019
Pete DeVries “The Auctioneer” peacefully entered into God’s promised Heaven from Salinas, Ca., on February 7, 2019.
Pete was given the name Gerald “Jerry” DeVries when born on November 3, 1938, in Hawarden Iowa. Born to Pete and Leona “Lee” DeVries, (If Lee’s stories are to be believed, he was delivered on the kitchen table & had a hard time pushing away ever since!). “Jerry” decided he wanted to become a cook in the United States Navy. He joined in 1956 and changed his name to “Pete”. Then the Navy in all its wisdom decided he should be a Radio Operator and he was immediately stationed in sunny Adak Alaska, where he received an Honorable Discharge due to hardship in 1957.
Once out of the Navy he worked for the Spiller Riding Academy training horses and riders. The Academy also boarded and trained exotic animals such as zebras and ostriches for use in movies, which later offered Pete some unique bragging rights! In 1958 Pete married a young woman named Esther Penner. Still involved with horse boarding and training he was partners in a riding facility known as the “Lazy-Z” near Twain Heart Ca. He began working as a butcher’s apprentice, quickly moving on to journey-man butcher, Meat Department Manager later to District Supervisor, finally retiring in the late 90’s. He was also honored to serve his community as a Reserve Deputy with the Merced County Sheriff’s Department. He was married to Esther for thirteen years, having two sons, Jeff DeVries and Russ DeVries.
Pete moved to Salinas in 1967 and being a cowboy, was immediately drawn to the Salinas Rodeo. Beginning in 1968, he volunteered with the Rodeo Association. He was willing to do anything asked of him and was soon drafted by the Hostess Committee. Given his experience with horses and his “reserved” demeanor he was an excellent chaperone for the contestants. He then moved on to what he might call “The Hardest Working Committee on the Grounds!”
He was made a Director in 1988, and continued managing the Barn Committee until handing over the reins to our good friends Tim & Karen Scarpa, deciding to go “Advisory” in 2010. Another hallmark event is his life with the Rodeo Association was receiving the “Gold-en Saddleman Award” presented to him by his very good friends, Past President John Cunha and his beautiful wife Bridget during the July 21-24, 2005 Rodeo.
As a young man Pete often attended livestock sales with his father, who was a cattle buyer in Central and Southern California. The cry of the auctioneer stirred that boy’s heart; he couldn’t sing, but he sure could Sell! And since he kind’a liked being the center of attention, it would seem he found his true calling, a perfect fit! Self taught, he be-came an auctioneer. In his words he could sell anything “from Cakes to Cadillacs”.
He was well known in Monterey and many other surrounding Counties for his generous charity work. He volunteered his time and auctioneering skills for many different organizations, from Private & Public Schools; County Fairs; livestock sales for FFA & 4H; Football, Baseball & Softball Leagues, as well as Health Organizations and Professional Sports Charities; and many, many more. Helping to raise millions of dollars, Pete was nominated to receive the Monterey County “Jefferson Award”. He was stunned and greatly honored to receive the award in 2004.
The most amazing part of Pete’s earthly journey began in 1971 when he met and fell wildly in love with the beautiful Shirley Ford Shields. They met for the first time through a mutual friend, Harley Malone at the Corral Club; love at first dance!!. They began their life together, marrying on April 15, 1973. It was the 70’s so there were lots of Chevy Vans, CB’s, Motorcycles, the “Bull Car”, Maui, Shir-ley’s bell bottoms; Pete & Shirley, another perfect fit!
Hand in hand together, they have walked through all of the mountains and valleys. They have been a shining example of true love to all who have known them. With that in mind the family would like to take this opportunity to thank Shirley for the persistent, patient, unstoppable love she has shared with all of us as she tenderly cared for Pete. She has truly demonstrated the love of Jesus our Savior.
Pete was preceded in death by Father, Pete DeVries, Mother, Leona Hendricks and Sister, Georgia Walcott.
Pete is survived by: Wife, Shirley DeVries, Son, Jeff and wife Kim DeVries, Son, Russ DeVries, four grandchildren Ali Jade, Jessica, Anthony & William, seven great-grandchildren, nieces & nephews, extended family and far too many friends to list!
Services will be held at: 1:00p.m. Saturday, March 2, 2019. First Baptist Church of Prunedale, 17716 Pesante Rd., Salinas, CA. 93907. The family has asked that should anyone wish to carry on Pete’s charitable spirit and make a donation in his name, please donate to the Alzheimer’s Association or the SPCA.
And finally a word for you dad; “Keep a few ponies handy; we’ll be along shortly!!” Adios Cowboy, We Love You!!!! Funeral Arrangements by Struve and Laporte Funeral Home.
Debra Ann Lofte-Hiserman
July 22, 1967 - September 19, 2019
Born in Salinas, California
Resided in Salinas, California
On September 19, 2019, Debra A. Lofte-Hiserman, age 52, passed away from a sudden illness.
On October 19, 2019, Thomas A. Hiserman, age 57, passed away after a brief illness.
The friends and family of Thomas A. and Debra A. Lofte Hiserman would like to thank you for all the love, support and comfort you have given us in our time of loss. They have left us to be together and if you knew them, together forever to the end, was just how they would have written their story.
Tom and Deb were many things to many people, but mostly their incredible 32 year love story was one to be admired by all. They were devoted to each other, their family and their friends. Their love has inspired us, given us hope and through their love had given us them. They are loved by many and will be missed by all.
Tom and Deb are survived by their two children, Heather (Daniel) and son, Devin (Shanay) and one of their greatest joys, their grandson, Tytus.
Tom was preceded in death by his father, John (Les) and his brother, Johnny and is survived by his mother, Marion, sister, Carolyn and nephew, Cameron Hiserman along with many uncles, aunts and cousins. We all will miss his sense of humor, his love of the game, any game, and his undying love for Debra.
Debra is survived by her father, Paul mother, Gloria sister, Michele, brothers, John and Paul (Kerrie) along with her nephews, Ross (Samantha), Bruce and niece, Kaitlyn and great nephew, Sebastion. We will miss her sense of fun in all things, her love of Disney and her devotion to Tom.
Please join the Hiserman and Lofte families as we celebrate the life and love of Tom and Debra Hiserman on Saturday, November 30th, 2019 at Casa Sorrento Restaurant, 393 Salinas Street, Salinas, Ca. from 12pm to 4pm.
In lieu of flowers we ask that your donation be made in their memory to The Salinas High School Athletic Dept ATTN: Patti Lamar or the charity of your choice.
Curtis Glenn Cooper
August 17, 1958 - November 19, 2019
Born in Illinois
Resided in Salinas, California
Curtis Glenn Cooper, 61, of Salinas, CA went to be with the Lord Jesus on November 19, 2019. Memorial Service will be held at 4:00 pm on December 5, 2019 at Salinas Valley Community Church. Pastor Mark Simmons will be officiating. Curtis was born in Dekalb, Illnois on August 17, 1958. Curtis was married to Carole for 37 years.
Curtis worked over thirty years of diversified mechanical maintenance with experience on high-speed packaging equipment. At various companies like Lipton Tea Co., Harmony Foods Corp., Smith & Vandiver, Valley Design Operations, Inc., Andpak Chemical Co., CA Keurig Green Mountain Coffee Roasting, Marich Confectioners, International Paper, RMP/Pratt Industries and Envirogen Technologies Inc.
Curtis is survived by his wife Carole, grandson Logan Cooper, great-grandchildren Kruz, Delilah, Juliet and baby Uribe arriving in Feburary 2020. Son Sean Cooper and his wife Kimberly, daughter Kimberly and her husband Manny Laurian and their children Gabriella Uribe and her husband Luis and son Jason Laurian. Surviving siblings are Rodney Cooper and his wife Vickie and their children, Bill Cooper and his wife Carin and their children, Regenna Magier and her husband Frank and their children.
Curtis is preceded in death by his parents Fredrick Glenn Cooper and Josephine Mary Ellen Bodda and great-grandson Noah Angel Uribe.
In lieu of flowers please make a memorial donation to the American Heart Association. The family of Curtis Glenn Cooper wishes to thank everyone of those who plan to attend and for those that will be there in spirit.
Irene G. Guidotti Graulich
February 7, 1927 - November 30, 2019
Born in Salinas, California
Resided in Salinas, California
Irene Graulich, 92 passed away in her sleep on November 30, 2019. She was born to Henry and Adeline Guidotti on February 7, 1927, the first of six children of pioneering Swiss immigrants.
She grew up in the Soledad Mission/Paraiso Springs district near Soledad, California. She attended and graduated from Mission Elementary School, Gonzales High School, and Hartnell College with a degree in Business. After college graduation her first employment was as secretary to Dr. Lemus, then president of Hartnell College. Subsequent work was with IBM and General Electric in the San Jose Area. Returning to Salinas, she met Norman Graulich and they were married on May 1, 1970. She was employed as legal secretary at the office of Abramson, Church and Stave, Attorneys.
She loved traveling to Europe and especially to Switzerland, as well as all around the USA. Her hobbies were gardening, skiing, and acrylic painting, both landscapes and still life. She was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church in Spreckels, CA., Young Ladies Institute, Catholic daughters of America, the Monterey County Swiss-American Club, and the Ticinella Club for Swiss women.
Irene was preceded in death by her parents, Henry and Adeline Guidotti, her husband of 48 years, Norman Graulich, a brother, Elmer Guidotti, and a nephew, Michael Guidotti.
She is survived by two sisters, Ella Guidotti, and Dorothy Marci (Roy), and two brothers, Milton (Rosemary) Guidotti, and James (Paula) Guidotti, and many nieces, nephews and cousins.
Visitation will be 3:00p.m. To 5:00p.m. Thursday, December 5, 2019 at Struve and Laporte Chapel, 41 W. San Luis Street. Salinas, CA. 93901.
Funeral Mass will be 11:00a.m. Friday, December 6, 2019 at St. Joseph Catholic Church, 1 Railroad Ave. Spreckels, CA. 93962.
Burial is Private at Soledad District Cemetery, 1711 Metz Road, Soledad, CA. 93960.
The family would like to thank the staff of Songbird Care Home, VNA and Hospice for their loving and gracious care and support to Irene.
Donations/ Memorials in memory of Irene can be made to Monterey County SPCA, St. Joseph Catholic Church, Spreckels, CA. or VNA Hospice of Monterey County.
Anita Elsie Mascovich
March 24, 1924 - December 3, 2019
Born in Warner, South Dakota
Resided in Redwood City, California
Anita Elsie Mascovich, 95 of Redwood City passed away Tuesday, December 3, 2019. She was born March 24 1924 in Warner, South Dakota.
She lived 5 years in Redwood City and 65 years in Salinas.
Anita was a member of Elks Club, NRA, Republican National Committee.
She worked for an Interior design and furniture business in Salinas for 40 years.
She was preceded in death by her Husband for 63 years. Nick Mascovich.
She is survived by her Brothers, Ronald and Robert Ehrke, sister, Jean Hernandez and many nieces and nephews.
Anita was well liked by family and friends and very active in the Salinas community. She and her husband Nick enjoyed traveling around the country extensively and always lived life THEIR WAY.
There will be a Celebration of Life for Anita date, time and location to be announced. You can contact Struve and Laporte Funeral Home for details.
Salvador Vasquez, Jr.
March 21, 1954 - December 7, 2019
Born in Sinton, Texas
Resided in Marina, California
Salvador Vasquez Jr. 65 went home to Heaven on Saturday, December 7, 2019 at his home in Marina, CA.
Salvador was a retired Army Veteran who protected and served his country for 20 years. Afterwards he continued to serve and protect his county for an additional 20 years as a Naval Police Officer. Salvador was proud to have served his country as a soldier and police officer.
Salvador was a loving husband, father and grandfather. He loved his family and his dog Rocky with all his heart. He was a kind man who would help family and friends in need.
Salvador is survived by his wife, Somboon, sons, Joseph and Michael, grandchildren, Jasmine, Jada, Joseph Jr. and dog Rocky.
Visitation will be held 1:00p.m. to 7:00p.m. Sunday, December 15, 2019 at Struve and Laporte Chapel, 41 W. San Luis Street, Salinas, CA. 93901.
Rosary will be held 5:00p.m. Sunday, December 15, 2019 at Struve and Laporte Chapel.
Graveside Service will be 1:30p.m. Monday, December 16, 2019 at San Joaquin Valley National Cemetery, 32053 West McCabe Road, Santa Nella, CA. 95322. With Full Military Honors.
