Friday Obituaries

12/16/05

CLEGG-GREENE, Kathleen

December 12th, 1929 - December 6th, 2005

It is with great sorrow that we announce the passing of our wonderful Mum, Kathleen Clegg-Greene. On December 6th, 2005, the Lord sent His glorious angels to lift her to His eternal embrace of grace and peace.

Kathleen was born December 12th, 1929, in Belfast, Ireland, and spent many years in her beloved country. She married her love, Ronald Greene, in 1948, and moved to England where they raised their family before permanently moving to the United States in 1974.

Kathleen lived in Santa Barbara for the past five years, but also spent many wonderful years in Carmel, CA, where she filled her beautiful cottage with flowers, fairies, and the special loving magic that was Mum's alone. She had such an amazing spirit and joy for life and so appreciated the beauty and wonder of all that her life encompassed. Everyone that knew her so loved her wonderful laugh and delightful sense of humor; Kathleen so loved to have parties, to dance, to travel, and so very much enjoyed her passion for reading.

Kathleen spent some of her happiest years as a midwife in England; she truly loved bringing precious souls into the world, as well as taking care of the new mommies.

She was also involved in community outreach and was so implemental in gracing people's lives with help, love, and encouragement. God bless you, Mum.

Kathleen adored her beloved pets, all creatures great and small. She so enjoyed her daily walks on Carmel Beach with her precious Tara and Tiffany.

Kathleen so cherished her family and friends, her five beloved granddaughters being her legacy. She told everyone that she was so blessed and happy to have "her five little girls."

Her tremendous light and love lives on in our hearts forever.

Kathleen is predeceased by her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Frederick Clegg, her son, Gary Martyn Greene, and her former husband Ronald Philip Greene. She is survived by sons Kieron and Simeon Greene of Monterey, CA; daughters Sharon (Balcom) of Pacific Grove, CA, and Deborah (Bueno) of Santa Barbara; granddaughters Sarah, Jennifer, Jessica, Elizabeth, and Ana. She is also survived by numerous family members in Great Britain.

A celebration of Kathleen's life will be held on Saturday, December 17th, 2:00 pm at Welch-Ryce-Haider, 15 E. Sola St., Santa Barbara. And informal gathering will be held following services, details of which will be mentioned at that time.

Rest in peace, Dear Sweet Mum, and know how very much you are loved. We pray that you and Dad are holding your precious Gary in your arms once again -

"Let not your heart be troubled... I go to prepare a place for you... that where I am, there ye may be also."

John 14:1-3

GRANAROLI, Juanita Jean

Juanita Jean Granaroli, or Jean as she was known to friends and family, died peacefully in her home on December 13, 2005 after a brief battle with cancer. Born on October 3, 1925, to Robert Marshall and Raymie Forbes Duff, Jean lived her entire life in Santa Barbara, where she met and married her loving husband of 59-years, Steve Granaroli.

Jean is survived by her husband Steve, two sons, Van and Ty, her daughters-in-law, Marlene and Gabrielle, and her three grandchildren, Dovignon, Alessandra and Daniela. Anyone who came to know Jean Granaroli recognized that her family was her life. She was a constant source of quiet strength and selfless support for her family until the time she passed and her loved ones will cherish memories of generous spirit, sharp mind, fine character and exemplary sense of devotion.

Jean was preceded in death by her mother, father and brothers, Robert and Fred Duff. She will be interred after a graveside service at Carpinteria Cemetery on Monday, December 19, at 10am. In lieu of flowers the family asks that those who would like to remember Jean do so by donating to their favorite charities. Arrangements by Welch-Ryce-Haider.

NOA, Jorge L. "George"

October 21, 1921- December 9, 2005

God has given a great man his resting time. As a Christian, lifetime husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, veteran, volunteer in service, and a real friend to many, he will be missed by all; golfers or not. His deeds in this life will be very favorable for God's guidance to eternal peace. George passed away peacefully, at home with wife Edie by his side late night Friday the 9th of December.

Friends are welcome to join with family at the 11:00am service at Trinity Episcopal Church 1500 State Street, Santa Barbara, this Saturday the 17th.

In lieu of flowers, any donation may be sent to Trinity Episcopal Church, or any charity of choice.

PRESS, Arthur G.

was born August 9, 1927 in San Francisco and passed away December 11, 2005 in Santa Barbara at the age of 78.

Mr. Press is survived by his wife, Jean Press; two children, Kathryn Press, M.D. and Mark Edward Press; three grandchildren, Carrie Jean Brecht, Carl Michael Brecht, Jr. and David Lewis Press (Kelly). He was preceded in death by a son, Robert Paul Press.

Services for Mr. Press will be held at the Santa Barbara Cemetery Chapel on Friday, December 16, 2:00 pm with interment to follow.

Arrangements by Welch-Ryce-Haider.

WURZBURGER, Janice T.

67, of Las Vegas and former resident of Santa Barbara, CA, passed away Sunday, Dec. 4, 2005. She was born Oct. 4, 1938, in Gainesville, Texas, and resided in Nevada for three years. Janice married Thomas in 1961, and resided in Santa Barbara, California, for over 30 years. She was a legal secretary and retired in 2000. In 2002, she moved to Las Vegas to be closer to her daughters and grandchildren. She was active in her church in Santa Barbara, St. Andrews Presbyterian, as a member of the choir, women's service groups, and as a volunteer for various charities. In Las Vegas, she was a member of First Presbyterian Church Chancel Choir, a Deacon and a children's nursery volunteer. She loved spending time with her daughters and grandchildren and enjoyed cooking, gardening and reading. She was also an avid baseball fan. Her husband, Thomas Wurzburger, preceded her in death. Janice is survived by her daughters, Jill Wurzburger and Karen Antonopoulos (Steve); grandchildren, Kassie, Sammy and Tommy, all of Las Vegas; sisters, Margaret Brodhead of Dallas, and Patricia Needham of Miami; mother-in-law, Virginia Wurzburger of San Diego; brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Jim and Judy Wurzburger of Mildenhall, England; and many nieces, nephews and cousins. Memorial services will be at noon Saturday, Dec. 17, at the First Presbyterian Church, 1515 W. Charleston Blvd. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the First Presbyterian Church Deacon's Fund, 1515 W. Charleston Blvd., Las Vegas, NV 89106.