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Chris Allen (1945-2023)

Chris was born July 7, 1945 in Hollywood CA, to loving parents Dorothy and Henry Allen. Chris was raised in Encino where he attended Encino Elementary School and then Birmingham High School (Class of 1963), Chris attended Pierce College before transferring to San Fernando Valley State College (now known as Cal State Northridge/CSUN) where he graduated with a Political Science degree. Chris met the love of his life Roberta Mineo through his big sister Valerie. This was the start of a 60-year love affair.

Chris volunteered to join the Army in 1967 and was shipped off to Basic Training at Fort Ord, CA. After completing Basic Training and Advanced Infantry Training he was sent to Officer's Candidate School in Fort Belvoir, Virginia. Chris was commissioned a 2nd Lieutenant in 1968 and married Roberta the next day. One year later Chris was deployed to Vietnam where he proudly served one tour of duty. Upon returning from Vietnam, Chris worked briefly in the insurance business before finding a home at the Veterans Administration (VA Los Angeles) where he would spend a thirty year career serving the nations veterans. It was of the upmost importance to Chris that he and his staff take the best care of the WWII, Korean, and especially the Vietnam War veterans.

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Ted L. Aragon (1944-2014)

69 of Golden. Preceded in death by father, Jesus; uncle, Frank. Survived by his wife, Melissa; son Lowen; daughter Elena; grandson Garrett; great grandchildren, Araya and Avery; mother, Barbara; brothers, Sam, Ed, Clay, John, Jesse, Michael, Joseph, George, James; sisters, Maria, Bernadette, Barbara and Annette; numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. Ted was born in Albuquerque, NM to Jesus Jose and Barbara Aragon. He was the third of 14 children. He attended St. Mary's High School; He received his BA in Political Science & Psychology at the University of New Mexico; Juris Doctorate and LLM graduate tax program at the University of Denver. Ted served in the US Army from 1968 to 1973. His final rank was Second Lieutenant. He received the bronze star, US Army Commendation, Civil Action medal of the republic of Vietnam. He was an Attorney for 40 years. Ted was a role model for the family. He paved the way for his younger siblings for college, and military service. He had a deep commitment to and care for all his family members. Viewing, Thursday from 9:30am-10am, Funeral service to follow at 10am at Romero Metro West Chapel, Lakewood. Military Honors interment, Ft. Logan at 12:15, stage area "C".

Ted died in an auto accident May 21, 2014.

Clinton Berry (1945-2014)

Clinton Aloyse (Cabby) Berry, III of Nashville, TN, 69, formerly of Owensboro, KY died on May 22, 2014. Clinton was born to C. A. and Frances Ruth Berry on May 31, 1944 at Jackson Infirmary in Jackson, MS. He was a graduate of Owensboro Catholic High School where he played golf and basketball. He attended and graduated from Mississippi State University on a golf scholarship. Clinton earned his Masters of Business Administration from Middle Tennessee State University. He was retired from the Tennessee Department of Economic & Community Development, Energy Division. Clinton was a veteran of the United States Army serving in the Vietnam War earning the Bronze Star Medal. He is survived by one son, Ian Clinton Berry of Murfreesboro, TN, one grandson, Caelin Adams Berry of Nashville, one sister, Anne Berry Alexander of Owensboro, KY and one brother Steve (Jean) Berry of Paducah, KY, several nieces, nephews, cousins and many close friends in Tennessee. A memorial service will be held in Nashville, TN on Wednesday, June 4 at Christ the King Catholic Church, West Wing Parish Hall, 3001 Belmont Boulevard. Visitation will be from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m., service at 2:00 p.m. A memorial service and funeral will be held in Owensboro, KY on June 7 at 12:00 p.m. at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church, 4029 Frederica Street. Visitation at the church from 11:00 a.m. to 12: 00 p.m., funeral following at 12:00 p.m. Burial will take place immediately following the funeral at the Mater Dolorosa Cemetery in Owensboro. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the American Cancer Society, 1302 Frederica Street, Owensboro, KY 42301 or Owensboro Catholic High School, 1524 W. Parrish Avenue, Owensboro, KY 42301.

Jon M. Clifford passed away peacefully on December 1, 2017 at Baystate Hospital. He was a Colonel in the army retiring at the age of 50. He enjoyed taking cruises and trips to the casino. He leaves behind four sons, a daughter, grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Walker Paul Fox (Deceased - 2004)

Paul served 10-1/2 yrs in the Army, most of that as an Aircraft Maintenance Officer (Rotary wing). He got out in 1978, and had various careers, from building houses in Houston during boom times there, then into sales of heavy equipment in south Texas. We then moved to central Texas, and he became a real estate sales person which was the career he loved most.

He died on Halloween, 2004 of a cardiac arrest during a catheter procedure. He went quickly, but he did get to fly again in a helicopter as they life flighted him to a San Antonio hospital and he talked to the EMS guys and the pilot the whole way.

Nick was born in Abingdon, PA, February 1, 1045 to Betty and John Adam Friedrich. Nick became an avid fisherman at the age of 12, a passion that lasted his entire life. He also enjoyed painting and wood carving. He was a veteran of the Vietnam war and served as a Major in the Army Reserves. He was a long-time employee of the Defense Logistics Agency, working at Cameron Station, Fort Belvoir. and the Pentagon, while supporting Desert Storm. He graduated from Armed Service Staff College in 1984 and retired from his career with DLA in 2000.

Thomas Stevens Gladin, age 77, of Talking Rock, GA, passed away on October 2, 2022. Tom was born June 30, 1945, in Sandersville, GA, to his parents Giles S. and Bernice McAfee Gladin. He graduated from Washington County High School and earned a BBA in Marketing from the University of Georgia. Tom honorably served as a Captain in the United States Army. After leaving the Army, he worked for Tenneco Oil Company and Avon Products. In 1986, Tom became a McDonald’s Owner/Operator in Ellijay, GA. Over the next 32 years, his organization grew to include locations in Blue Ridge, Jasper, and Canton, until his retirement in 2017. Tom was a strong Christian principled man, who loved and cherished his family and was especially proud of each of his three grandchildren. He was kind and took care of all those he loved and quietly helped those in need. Tom enjoyed fishing, watching the Georgia Bulldogs play on Saturdays, and driving his Porsche.

LAMPE, RICHARD CRAIG 1945-2007. Richard Craig Lampe was born in Paterson, N.J., on March 19, 1945, and after a courageous three-and-a-half-year battle with pancreatic cancer, died at his home in Portland on Jan. 17, 2007. Craig was born the second child of Anita and John Lampe. His early life was spent in Glen Rock, N.J., where he grew up with his older brother Bruce and younger sister Allyson. After his mother's death in 1955 his father married Pauline Conner and the family doubled in size adding brothers Bill and Larry and sister Pat. Craig made lifelong friends in Glen Rock. Craig received a Bachelor of Science in business and administration from Westminster College and then went directly to Officer Candidate School. He proudly served as an Army first lieutenant in Vietnam where he received several medals including the Bronze Star for "Meritorious achievement in ground operations against hostile forces." During his marriage (1968-1981), to Sally Logerquist, Stewart John Lampe was born. After Vietnam, Craig worked for Congoleum Corporation for six years and then joined Wanke Cascade where he retired after 25 years as V.P. of marketing and sales. He was active in floor covering associations both nationally and in the northwest. He also earned his real estate license and sold custom homes in Portland for Nick Bunick. In 1985 Craig married Janis Hendricks. Craig is survived by his wife, Jan; son, Stewart; stepdaughter, Jennifer; stepson, Jeff; sister, Allyson; brother, Bruce; stepbrothers, Bill and Larry; stepsister, Pat; stepmother, Pauline; five grandchildren; and many other family members. He was predeceased by his mother, Anita, and his father, John. Craig made lifelong friendships too numerous to name, some extending back to second grade at Byrd School. At his 10th Glen Rock High School Reunion he listed his interests as "wine, women and song." His sense of humor was known to all. Many also were familiar with his alter ego, Johnny Rocket. His other interests included running and creation of office pools, making and maintaining lists, and during his last months, communication with his bookie in Chicago. Craig was a four-and-a-half-year survivor of prostate cancer. Craig's family would like to especially thank Stephanie and the nurses at Providence Hospice, Dr. Jeff Menashe and his staff and Dr. Jeremy Weiss. Their care created the personal, loving environment for his long survival of pancreatic cancer. We thank everyone who supported us in prayer and personally during the last years. A celebration of Craig's life will be held at 5 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 27, at Summit View Covenant Church, 15900 S.W. Regatta Lane, Beaverton, OR 97006. Remembrances may be sent to Pancreatic Cancer Action Network, 2141 Rosecrans Avenue, #7000, El Segundo, CA 90245; PanCAN.com.

Anthony "Tony" Scarpino, age 78, of West Chester, PA, passed away at home, surrounded by his loving family, on September 9, 2024.

Born in Coatesville, PA in 1945, Anthony was the son of the late Anthony and Laura (nee Venture) Scarpino. He served honorably in the US Army during the Vietnam War as a Lieutenant. Anthony received his undergraduate degree from Penn State University and his MBA from Widener University. He worked as a Human Resources Professional for over 35 years. Anthony was an avid golfer and member of Concord Country Club. He enjoyed travel and photography. Anthony was the beloved husband of Elaine (nee Murphy) Scarpino, with whom he shared 56 years of marriage, and the loving father of Stephen Scarpino.

Bill Shugarts of Spotsylvania, VA, unexpectedly entered eternal life at his home on Christmas Day, following a heart attack. Bill touched the lives of countless people, and everyone he met became a friend.

Born in Sunbury, PA, Bill was the eldest of five children of William Wray Shugarts Jr. and Jean Elizabeth Shugarts (née Walshaw). His siblings included two brothers, David Allen and Steven Harris, and two sisters, Ann Elizabeth (Miller) and Janet Susan (Kirk). Named after his grandfather and father, a mechanical engineer, Bill inherited his father’s meticulous and optimistic nature and his mother’s passionate spirit. He was also a natural-born leader.

Bill often described himself as a “late bloomer” who considered girls a “nuisance” until college when he met Edie Webster. The two became inseparable, marrying in 1967 after graduating from Wilmington College in Ohio with a BA in Economics and Business. Bill then enlisted in the Army rather than waiting to be drafted.

He graduated from Officer Candidate School (OCS) in 1968 during a turbulent time in the U.S. Assigned to Vietnam, he served as a Battalion-level Operations/Transportation Officer with the 23rd Infantry Division (Americal), managing re-supply convoys to forward fire bases. His commendations included three Bronze Stars. Although offered the opportunity to stay in the Army, Bill chose to leave and start a family.

In 1971, Bill and Edie welcomed their son, Todd Eric Shugarts, in Poughkeepsie, NY. In 1976, their daughter, Emily Louise Shugarts, completed the family in Nashville, TN. Bill and his family embraced adventure, from attending the 1984 Los Angeles Olympics to moving frequently for career opportunities. They lived in Belle Meade, NJ; Johnson City, TN; Libertyville, IL, and other locations, becoming active in churches and community life.

In 1993, Todd married Shelley Albert in Libertyville, IL, and in 2001, the couple welcomed Bill and Edie’s first grandchild, Rachel Emma Shugarts, in Hartford, CT. Rachel quickly became the light of the family.

In 2003, Edie was diagnosed with a rare cancer. Bill’s devotion during her 10-month battle was a testament to his love and character. During this time, Emily married Brent Lockwood in Richmond, VA. Bill’s tenderness and care for Edie became a lasting lesson for the newlyweds. Her passing deepened Bill’s faith in eternal life through Jesus Christ, a conviction that stayed with him.

After Edie’s death, Bill reconnected with Margene May Sims, whom he had met while both were caregiving for their ailing spouses. Margene’s husband, John, passed on the same day as Edie’s celebration of life. Bill and Margene supported one another, eventually falling in love. They married in 2006 and built a life together in Fairfax Station, VA, and later in Fawn Lake, Spotsylvania, VA. Bill embraced Margene’s daughters, Shannon Kindsgrab (Hans) and Stacy Sims (Steve Stanley), and adored their blended family of seven grandchildren: Rachel, Ryan, Kate, Evan, Adele, Rose, and Jera.

A proud veteran and the namesake of two veterans—his grandfather, a World War I soldier, and his father, a World War II veteran—Bill became deeply involved in veteran causes. He served as a National Park Service guide at the Vietnam Wall, assisted Ken Burns’ Vietnam documentary research, and led tours of Washington, DC monuments. Bill also organized mission trips to Kenya and therapeutic tours for Vietnam veterans. Bill also served on several boards throughout his life, more recently Families of the Wounded Fund and NOLB-No One Left Behind.

In his working years, Bill held senior management roles with companies including Westvaco, American Greetings, Reynolds/Alcoa, and Fibre-Craft Materials Corp. By 40, he had become a company president, enabling him to provide a rich life for his family.

An accomplished photographer, Bill owned TradeWinds, Inc., a global consulting and photography business, and was recognized as a National Park Service Master Docent and USO volunteer. He also co-founded Northern Virginia Military Ministry Outreach and the Fawn Lake Veterans Group, among other initiatives.

Bill is survived by his wife, Margene Sims; his stepdaughters, Stacy Sims (Steve Stanley) and Shannon Kindsgrab (Hans); his children, Todd Shugarts (Shelley) and Emily Lockwood (Brent); his brother, Steven Shugarts (Judy); and his beloved grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, three siblings, his first wife Edie, and other dear friends and family members.

James “Jim” Silhasek, 81, passed away on June 8th, 2024. Jim was born in Omaha, Nebraska on June 3, 1943 to Joseph and Helen Silhasek. Jim, like most boys his age, developed hockey skills playing at the Hanscom Park Lagoon. His automotive skills were honed at the neighborhood Arbor Conoco. He and classmates earned the name Arbor Dukes for constantly tinkering with their street rods. Jim went to school grades k-12 with a number of these like-minded mechanics and graduated from Cathedral High School in Omaha.

Jim was a tremendous supporter of Creighton University where he earned his undergraduate degree in 1969 and law degree in 1972. He always enjoyed meeting a fellow Bluejay and hosted many welcome parties for local admitted students. Jim also served on the National Alumni Advisory Board and the School of Law Alumni Advisory Board. In 2022, he was awarded the Creighton University Alumni Achievement Citation, the highest all-University award presented to a Creighton alumnus, for his service to the University. He often joked about retiring to Omaha so he could be close to his childhood haunts and beloved university.

While obtaining his undergraduate degree at Creighton, Jim proudly served in the United States Army for an active-duty tour of three years during the Vietnam War. He was a Purple Heart recipient and awarded a Bronze Star. After returning from Vietnam and obtaining his law degree, he married his wife Maureen, whom he was introduced to by her brother Patrick McDonnell. They then moved to Washington, D.C., where he earned his Master of Studies in Law Taxation from Georgetown University and began his career with the Internal Revenue Service.

In 1976, Jim and Maureen moved to Phoenix. There he practiced law and would eventually join Plattner, Silhasek, and Schneidman, P.C., where he practiced for 13 years. In 1980, Jim began his association with Discount Tire. He joined the company in 1988 and served as Executive Vice President and General Counsel until his retirement in 2021. He remained part time with Discount Tire at the time of his passing.

Jim was an exceptionally sharp and talented attorney, but it was his welcoming, engaging, and humorous personality that will be most missed. Jim simply loved being with and entertaining people and enjoyed talking about where they were from or what restaurant they recently visited. His dry sense of humor enhanced every interaction, and he had an uncanny ability to remember the most minor details about a person that he learned from a brief conversation. While it is nearly impossible to imagine our lives without his warmth, thoughtfulness and jokes (even the bad ones), we know we will always smile when thinking of him.

Jim is survived by his wife of nearly 52 years Maureen Silhasek, daughters Kathleen (Bill) Khoury, Beth Silhasek, and Meghan Silhasek, son Michael (Ellen) Silhasek, granddaughters Anne, Caroline, and Mae Silhasek, sisters Lynn (Harry) Baumert and Donna Van Maren, and brothers Robert Silhasek and David (Mary) Silhasek. He is preceded in death by his sisters Deborah Silhasek and Connie Kalisek.

Charles Monroe Sprinkle, Jr. (Charlie), of North Myrtle Beach died Tuesday, June 29, 2021, following a brief battle with cancer. He was born January 3, 1945, in Winston-Salem, NC, the son of the late Charles M. and Edith W. Sprinkle. After graduating from St. Andrews Presbyterian College, Mr. Sprinkle served in the United States Army as a First Lieutenant, including a tour of duty in Vietnam. Mr. Sprinkle and his family then settled in North Myrtle Beach where he served in executive leadership roles at several local banks and was active in the community. He especially enjoyed serving others through his membership in the Rotary Club of North Myrtle Beach. A longtime member of Ocean Drive Presbyterian Church, Mr. Sprinkle served as Deacon, Elder, and Treasurer of the church.

Jim attended Kansas State where he obtained his undergraduate degree and after serving in Viet Nam returned to Kansas State for his MBA.

James Richards Trigg, an executive at NationsBank, died Friday (Oct. 31, 1997) at his home in Clayton. The cause of death was unavailable. He was 53.

Mr. Trigg had just been appointed general bank support executive for NationsBank's service company. He was also an executive vice president at NationsBank, specializing in change management and merger transition. Last year, he moved here to oversee the merger with Boatmen's Bank.

He joined NationsBank in 1981 as manager of agribusiness and commodities in the specialized industries division of NationsBank in Charlotte, N.C. He held several executive posts in Charlotte and Miami, Fla., before he rose to his new position.

John J. Van Nostrand, 62, died unexpectedly at his home in East Sandwich, MA on December 21, 2008. He served his country with honor in Vietnam. More recently, he was a devoted member of Corpus Christi Church. He was predeceased by his parents, Francis and Agnes Van Nostrand, whom he cared for selflessly in their old age. John is survived by a brother, Dr. Francis Van Nostrand and his wife Taka; and two nephews, Christopher and David, who will remember him as a kind and generous uncle.