Tonight, I would like to adjourn in memory of a remarkable woman, Barbara “Bobby” Stone. Bobby, a 102-year-old United States Marine Corps World War II Veteran, passed away peacefully in her sleep last week. Just weeks ago, we had the profound privilege of honoring her and 24 of her fellow…
It is with profound sadness that I adjourn tonight’s meeting in memory of Mike Levison, a friend to many of us in Santa Clarita and a proud U.S. Air Force Veteran who sadly passed away earlier this month. Mike moved to Sand Canyon in the early 1980’s where he owned…
Tonight, I would like to adjourn in the memory of Robert “Bob” Slocum, a remarkable and beloved man who gave so much to the City of Santa Clarita. Bob was born in Glendale, California, in 1954. He graduated from Polytechnic High School in Sun Valley and went on to attend…
Tonight, I would like to adjourn in the memory of Diane Bergstrom, a dedicated supporter of our local Western music scene. Born and raised in Southern California, Diane graduated from Sylmar Senior School. She married her husband, John, in 2002, having relocated to Santa Clarita. Through her suggestion, the couple…
Tonight, I would like to adjourn in the memory of Lillian Shaw, a remarkable woman whose dedication to her family, community and work left an enduring mark on all who knew her. From a young age, Lillian demonstrated a strong work ethic and a commitment to public service. Her first…
Tonight, I would like to adjourn in the memory of Ken Spencer, whose life was filled with dedication, service and love, and I’d like to take a moment to reflect on his many contributions and the legacy he leaves behind. Ken was born on his family’s farm in Kansas, where…
Tonight, I would like to adjourn in the memory of Ed Dunn Jr., a distinguished former local water official and dedicated City advocate. Ed was a man whose life’s work and community service profoundly impacted the Santa Clarita Valley. Ed’s commitment to the community was evident in his extensive service…
Tonight, I would like to adjourn in memory of a lifelong Newhall resident—Michael Jauregui. Michael was the first-born son to famed western stuntman and actor, Ed Jauregui and Mary Percivalle Jauregui. His family heritage spans back to the early days of Newhall. Michael graduated from Hart High School and played…
It is with profound sadness that I adjourn tonight’s meeting in memory of Jim Hogan, a friend to us all and a Vietnam Veteran who sadly passed away earlier this month at the age of 77. Jim was born in Wisconsin in 1947 but grew up in the San Fernando…
Tonight, I would like to adjourn in memory of a local leader and passionate member of our community, Peter Donald Rimac. Don’s journey began on July 5, 1937, in Chicago, Illinois, where he was born to Peter and Mary Rimac. Raised on the southeast side of Chicago, Don’s early years…
