Norman Spencer
Norman Allen Spencer passed away peacefully at his home in Tiburon, California, on July 20, 2026, at the age of 83. While his family grieves his loss, they celebrate a life that was rich in love, friendship, and purpose. Born on August 5, 1942, in Seattle, Washington, to Henry Norman Spencer and Mary Elva Dillingham […]
Joel D. Aberbach
Distinguished Professor Emeritus of Political Science and Public Policy Joel Aberbach, age 86, of Walnut Creek, California, and formerly of Los Angeles, Ann Arbor, Michigan and New York, passed away Wednesday, August 5, 2026, at his residence surrounded by his loving wife and family. He was the husband of Joan (Gross) Aberbach, with whom he […]
Donald Watkins
Donald D. Watkins, age 78, of Berkeley, California, passed away peacefully at his home on July 17, 2026. He was born on November 17, 1947 in Richmond, California and raised by his mother, Evelyn Watkins. He was preceded in death by his parents, and his sisters, Joan Watkins and Joyce Ray. Surviving are his wife, […]
Joy Louise Chase Dickey
December 22, 1941 – July 27, 2026 Joy Louise Chase Dickey passed away on July 27, 2026, at the age of 84. She was laid to rest in a private green burial service at Fernwood Funeral Home in Mill Valley, California. Her final resting place is nestled high on a peaceful hillside beneath majestic eucalyptus […]
Shawn Crossley
Shawn Raymond Crossley, a devoted husband, loving father, cherished son and brother, loyal friend, and respected colleague, passed away on July 14, 2026 at the age of 48 after a courageous battle with cancer. Shawn was born in Sunrise, Florida, and grew up in Naperville, Illinois. He graduated from the University of Illinois Chicago, where he […]
Baby Valentina Xitlali-Selene Lizarraga
Forever in Our Hearts 12/23/25 – 07/18/26 Please join us in honoring Baby Valentina Xitlali-Selene Lizarraga. Thursday, July 30th, 1pm – 2pm Fernwood Funeral Home & Cemetery 301 Tennessee Valley Rd, Mill Valley, CA 94941
Nancy Lee Bronstein
Nancy Lee Bronstein passed away peacefully on June 13, 2026, with her children and husband by her side, after facing a brain tumor with grace and strength. Nancy was born on April 23,1959 in Los Angeles to Emy Brown and Leonard Bronstein. She was initially raised in La Crescenta before moving to Manhattan Beach in […]
Elizabeth Sheila Maria Kennedy
Born November 26, 1936 in San Diego, CA, passed away peacefully on June 5, 2026. With bright eyes and a mischievous spark, ready to ignite the fireworks of life, Elizabeth was generous, passionate, and authentic. She made herself available to the world with a magic that drew people in, as if they had no choice; a […]
Leslie Grays
Leslie Owens Grays was born on October 19, 1952, in San Francisco, to Galveston Grays Jr. and Bonnell N. Grays. Raised alongside his 9 brothers and 3 sisters in a large family deeply rooted in faith, love, resilience, and unity, Leslie grew into a man known for his strength, wisdom, loyalty, and unwavering devotion to […]
Anne Fitzmaurice
We are saddened to report that Anne Fitzmaurice, 91, of Berkeley, CA, died on March 22, 2026 of heart failure. She was staying with her daughters Maura and Cathleen Daly at the time of her death. Anne was born on May 22, 1934, in San Francisco, CA, the eldest child of Eugene Fitzmaurice and […]
