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Harry Saville Wardwell
January 6, 1928 - February 14, 2016
Born in Conneaut, Ohio
Resided in Salinas, CA
Harry Saville Wardwell passed away, with his family by his side, on February 14, 2016 in Salinas, California. Harry was the only child born to John and Rita Wardwell, on January 6, 1928 in Conneaut, Ohio. Harry grew up in Conneaut, and Beaver, PA. He enlisted into the United States Army during World War II, when he was just 17 years old. He was discharged from the military in 1948, while stationed at Fort Ord, CA.
Harry met the love of his live, Shirley Jean Lang, at a beginner folk dance class that was held at Salinas High School. Harry went to the dance class with a tall Army buddy, while Shirley went to the class with her taller sister, Mary. Harry said to his buddy, "you take the tall one, I'll take the short one (Shirley)". Harry and Shirley were married on September 25, 1949, and they continued to dance their way through life for the next 57 years, until Shirley passed away in 2007. Harry and Shirley folk danced, square danced, ballroom danced, and round danced. They were also teachers of dance. Over the many years, Harry and Shirley danced with many local groups including Salinas Lariat Swingers, Jeans and Queens, Square Nickels, Shepherd Swingers, Taw Twirlers, Whirl-Arounds, and Las Amigas.
Once discharged from the Army, Harry worked at Al's Men Store on Main Street in Salinas, followed by PG&E.; In the late 1950's and the 1960's, Harry was with Kane & Zech, a TV and appliance store in downtown Salinas. It was during this time, that Harry began his long list of community service. He served two terms as President of the YMCA in Salinas, and led the building fund drive for a new building and indoor swimming pool at the local YMCA. He was also very active in the Salinas Chamber of Commerce, and served as President of the Salinas North East Rotary Club. For many years, he was Chairman of the annual Square Dance for the California Rodeo. Harry was also a member of the Salinas Elks, Monterey Moose, Monterey Kiwanis, and a Sunday school teacher and Elder at the First Presbyterian Church and Northminster Presbyterian Church.
In 1970, Harry acquired the Magnavox store in Del Monte Center. For the next 28 years, Wardwell's Magnavox was a leading consumer electronics retailer in Northridge Mall, Del Monte Center, and downtown Salinas. When he retired in 1998, Harry and Shirley went on a year-long motorhome trip around the United States. Harry and Shirley were lifelong enthusiasts of all things Disneyland. They enjoyed taking their children, grandchildren, and often just the two of them to a Disney Park. Possibly this was because Harry and Mickey Mouse shared the same birth year, 1928. Harry and Shirley continued to travel around the world until Shirley's death in 2007.
Not only was Harry a respected businessman and community leader, he was a wonderful husband, father and grandfather, who loved his family very much. Nothing gave him more joy than spending time with his family.
Harry was preceded in death by his parents; his granddaughter, Amy Omlansky; his step-brother, Richard Ginther, and the love of his life, his wife and dancing partner, Shirley Jean.
Harry is survived by his son, Harry Wardwell (Candy) of Salinas, and his daughter, Janet Omlansky (Paul) of Monterey, his two grandchildren, Jamie Hom (Ben) of Eagle, Idaho, and Jeffrey Wardwell (Audrey) of Salinas. He is also survived by his step-sister, Carla Dermody of Largo, Florida and eight great-grandchildren.
Visitation will be held, Thursday, February 18, 2016, from 1:00 PM to 5:00PM at the Struve and Laporte Chapel, 41 West San Luis Street, Salinas, CA 93901
A Celebration of Harry's life will be held on Friday, February 19, 2016, at 11:00 AM at Northminster Presbyterian Church, 315 E. Alvin Drive, Salinas, CA. 93906.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Memorial Fund at Northminster Presbyterian Church or Salinas Valley Memorial Hospital Foundation.
Georgia Fay Townsend
June 26, 1939 - February 10, 2016
Resided in Salinas, CA
Georgia Fay Townsend 76 of Salinas passed away Wednesday, February 10, 2016 after a short illness. She was born June 26, 1939 in Bristow, Ok. She was a 1957 graduate of SUHS. The former Georgia Fay Combs married Kenneth T. Townsend in June 26, 1955. Georgia and her husband celebrated over 60 wonderful years of marriage.
She was survived by her husband, Kenneth T. Townsend of Salinas, three sons; James K. Townsend (Janice) of Austin, TX, Kenneth S. Townsend of Salinas, CA, David W. Townsend (Theresa) of Salinas, CA. She had four grandchildren and three great grandchildren.
Georgia is a retired licensed vocational nurse. She trained and worked in San Angelo, Texas and Salinas Valley Memorial Hospital.
Georgia traveled with her Air Force family throughout Wyoming, Kansas, Nebraska, Mississippi, Massachusetts, Texas, and the Island of Guam (Twice). In 1977 Georgia and her family returned to Salinas. After military retirement, Georgia worked as a receptionist at H&R; Block. She enjoyed traveling in her motorhome throughout the west coast and Texas.
Visitation will be held 1:00p.m. to 6:00p.m. Tuesday, February 16, 2016 at Struve and Laporte Chapel, 41 W. San Luis Street, Salinas, CA. 93901.
Funeral Service will be held 11:00a.m. Wednesday, February 17, 2016 at Struve and Laporte Chapel, 41 W. San Luis Street, Salinas, CA. 93901.
Burial to follow at Garden of Memories Cemetery, 850 Abbott Street, Salinas, CA. 93901.
Harry Saville Wardwell
January 6, 1928 - February 14, 2016
Born in Conneaut, Ohio
Resided in Salinas, CA
Harry Saville Wardwell passed away, with his family by his side, on February 14, 2016 in Salinas, California. Harry was the only child born to John and Rita Wardwell, on January 6, 1928 in Conneaut, Ohio. Harry grew up in Conneaut, and Beaver, PA. He enlisted into the United States Army during World War II, when he was just 17 years old. He was discharged from the military in 1948, while stationed at Fort Ord, CA.
Harry met the love of his live, Shirley Jean Lang, at a beginner folk dance class that was held at Salinas High School. Harry went to the dance class with a tall Army buddy, while Shirley went to the class with her taller sister, Mary. Harry said to his buddy, "you take the tall one, I'll take the short one (Shirley)". Harry and Shirley were married on September 25, 1949, and they continued to dance their way through life for the next 57 years, until Shirley passed away in 2007. Harry and Shirley folk danced, square danced, ballroom danced, and round danced. They were also teachers of dance. Over the many years, Harry and Shirley danced with many local groups including Salinas Lariat Swingers, Jeans and Queens, Square Nickels, Shepherd Swingers, Taw Twirlers, Whirl-Arounds, and Las Amigas.
Once discharged from the Army, Harry worked at Al's Men Store on Main Street in Salinas, followed by PG&E.; In the late 1950's and the 1960's, Harry was with Kane & Zech, a TV and appliance store in downtown Salinas. It was during this time, that Harry began his long list of community service. He served two terms as President of the YMCA in Salinas, and led the building fund drive for a new building and indoor swimming pool at the local YMCA. He was also very active in the Salinas Chamber of Commerce, and served as President of the Salinas North East Rotary Club. For many years, he was Chairman of the annual Square Dance for the California Rodeo. Harry was also a member of the Salinas Elks, Monterey Moose, Monterey Kiwanis, and a Sunday school teacher and Elder at the First Presbyterian Church and Northminster Presbyterian Church.
In 1970, Harry acquired the Magnavox store in Del Monte Center. For the next 28 years, Wardwell's Magnavox was a leading consumer electronics retailer in Northridge Mall, Del Monte Center, and downtown Salinas. When he retired in 1998, Harry and Shirley went on a year-long motorhome trip around the United States. Harry and Shirley were lifelong enthusiasts of all things Disneyland. They enjoyed taking their children, grandchildren, and often just the two of them to a Disney Park. Possibly this was because Harry and Mickey Mouse shared the same birth year, 1928. Harry and Shirley continued to travel around the world until Shirley's death in 2007.
Not only was Harry a respected businessman and community leader, he was a wonderful husband, father and grandfather, who loved his family very much. Nothing gave him more joy than spending time with his family.
Harry was preceded in death by his parents; his granddaughter, Amy Omlansky; his step-brother, Richard Ginther, and the love of his life, his wife and dancing partner, Shirley Jean.
Harry is survived by his son, Harry Wardwell (Candy) of Salinas, and his daughter, Janet Omlansky (Paul) of Monterey, his two grandchildren, Jamie Hom (Ben) of Eagle, Idaho, and Jeffrey Wardwell (Audrey) of Salinas. He is also survived by his step-sister, Carla Dermody of Largo, Florida and eight great-grandchildren.
Visitation will be held, Thursday, February 18, 2016, from 1:00 PM to 5:00PM at the Struve and Laporte Chapel, 41 West San Luis Street, Salinas, CA 93901
A Celebration of Harry's life will be held on Friday, February 19, 2016, at 11:00 AM at Northminster Presbyterian Church, 315 E. Alvin Drive, Salinas, CA. 93906.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Memorial Fund at Northminster Presbyterian Church or Salinas Valley Memorial Hospital Foundation.
Georgia Fay Townsend
June 26, 1939 - February 10, 2016
Resided in Salinas, CA
Georgia Fay Townsend 76 of Salinas passed away Wednesday, February 10, 2016 after a short illness. She was born June 26, 1939 in Bristow, Ok. She was a 1957 graduate of SUHS. The former Georgia Fay Combs married Kenneth T. Townsend in June 26, 1955. Georgia and her husband celebrated over 60 wonderful years of marriage.
She was survived by her husband, Kenneth T. Townsend of Salinas, three sons; James K. Townsend (Janice) of Austin, TX, Kenneth S. Townsend of Salinas, CA, David W. Townsend (Theresa) of Salinas, CA. She had four grandchildren and three great grandchildren.
Georgia is a retired licensed vocational nurse. She trained and worked in San Angelo, Texas and Salinas Valley Memorial Hospital.
Georgia traveled with her Air Force family throughout Wyoming, Kansas, Nebraska, Mississippi, Massachusetts, Texas, and the Island of Guam (Twice). In 1977 Georgia and her family returned to Salinas. After military retirement, Georgia worked as a receptionist at H&R; Block. She enjoyed traveling in her motorhome throughout the west coast and Texas.
Visitation will be held 1:00p.m. to 6:00p.m. Tuesday, February 16, 2016 at Struve and Laporte Chapel, 41 W. San Luis Street, Salinas, CA. 93901.
Funeral Service will be held 11:00a.m. Wednesday, February 17, 2016 at Struve and Laporte Chapel, 41 W. San Luis Street, Salinas, CA. 93901.
Burial to follow at Garden of Memories Cemetery, 850 Abbott Street, Salinas, CA. 93901.
Anthony (Tony) Phillip Bravo Sr.
February 5, 1923 - January 30, 2016
Resided in Aromas, CA
Anthony (Tony) Phillip Bravo Sr. 92, of Aromas passed away, Saturday, Jan. 30, 2016.
He was born Feb. 5, 1923 in Lemore, CA.
Tony resided in Aromas, CA for the last 41 years.
He spent a lifetime career in the Precious Metal industry and owned his own business for almost 25 years. Even up to two weeks before his death Tony spent his days working on his own property or helping neighbors and friends. He never arrived empty handed and was always generous in sharing his lemons and other produce that friends would share with him. He enjoyed living in the country and working on his tractor, and spending time with his kids and grandchildren. Always eager to help and offer advice. There wasn't anything he couldn't fix with duct tape, bailing wire and a wine cork! He could travel anywhere in any direction and not have to pay for food due to all the friends he made along the way. Tony spent much of his time over the years spending time with friends and family in Arroyo Grande as well. A neighbor said it best "Tony never changed, but he changed everyone he met."
He is preceded in death by wife, Dolly E. Bravo and son, Anthony Phillip Bravo Jr.
He is survived by his daughters, Cindi Elias (Jack), and Nancy Madruga (Chris.)
Grandchildren: Ann, Amy, Scott, Maria, Lydia (deceased), Samuel, Emma, Gregory (deceased.)
Great-grandchildren: Megan, Kai, Brenden, Maranda, Marlaina and Toby W.
Toby C., Trent, Benjamin, Chandler.and one on the way.
Great-great-grandchildren : Alex, Remy, Morgana, Anthony, Lillyanna. Maciee and one on the way.
Tony served in the Army with the 788th Anti-Aircraft Artillery Battalion from 1943 through the end of the war was honorably discharged in December of 1945
Battles and Campaigns: Ardennes Rhineland and Central Europe
Decorations and Citations: WW II Victor Medal, American Campaign Medal, Good Conduct Medal and The European African Middle Eastern Campaign Medal.
Celebration of Life will be held 1:00p.m. Wed. Feb. 10, 2016 at CrossRoads Christian Church, 1035 Rogge Road, Salinas, CA. 93906
Burial to follow at Queen of Heaven Cemetery, 18200 Damian Way, Salinas, CA. 93907.
Matt Treadway "Nemo"
August 30, 1989 - January 20, 2016
Resided in Salinas, CA
Matt Treadway "Nemo", beloved son of Kim Treadway Kardel and Mark Kardel passed away on Wednesday, January 20, 2016 in Olathe, Colorado at the age of 26. Matt was born on August 30, 1989 in San Francisco, California. He graduated from Salinas High School, and enjoyed his job at Russell Stover Candies in Montrose, Colorado.
Matt lived a full rich life with his loving kindness and humor and was loved by all of us. Matt was a spunky, fun-loving, always ready to get and go, compassionate, tender, selfless, and loving person. His smile and chuckle were infectious.
Matt is survived by his parents, Kim and Mark, of Salinas, California, his Grandmother Monica Treadway "Grandee", of Montrose, Colorado, his uncles, Ralph Treadway of Aptos, California, Paul Treadway of Montrose, Colorado and Dennis Schafer Treadway of Chico, California, and his cousins Mandy, Erika, Elizabeth, Danni and Abby. He is also survived by Grandparents Glenn and Harriett Kardel of Salinas, California, brother Nick Kardel, and Nick's wife Ally, and their sons, Skylar, Weston and Cooper, all of Des Moines, Iowa, and Uncles Paul Kardel, and Glenn Kardel. He is also survived by his special friends Robert Graham of Tijeras, New Mexico, Christine Bayly, of San Diego, California, and Linda Ginn, of Katy, Texas.
Matt's family would like to thank all of you who have written and called after hearing of his passing, for your love, support, and especially for sharing your wonderful memories of our beloved Matt!
A celebration of life will be held in Montrose, Colorado.
In lieu of flowers please make a contribution to your favorite charity.
