The Memorial Wall

Lois Lapper (née Barkowitz), 81, passed away Saturday morning, October 27, 2012. Lois was a native of Pittsburgh, PA, and shared a wonderful marriage for over 56 years, with her husband, Al. Together they've lived in Rancho Mirage, CA for the past 34 years. Lois, a beautiful woman, had been one of the earliest television fashion models, appearing on The Today Show in the 1950s. She was a vivacious, gregarious, independent gal who successfully navigated the NY fashion world before starting a family with her husband in New Rochelle, NY. There, she raised a son, Steven and a daughter, Suzanne. Lois was an avid and talented golfer who left everyone she ever played with a smile and a laugh, regardless of their ability. Lois loved to travel and made many, many friends wherever she went. Her characteristic independence and strong will left an indelible mark on most whose paths she crossed. Her energy filled every corner of the room. Though she is survived by her loving husband, son and three grandchildren, Andrew, Sydney, and Whitney, she'll be missed by many.

Shonna Perry, a close personal friend said, "Lois Lapper was a Champion of Women's Golf, and fought the effects of Parkinson's like a warrior".

Joseph H. Lewis was born on September 5, 1926, and passed away on August 29, 2012, in Glendora, CA 

Tipp, Millard Dee December 11, 1932 - May 29, 2012 Founder and president of the LA Alliance Against Parkinson's Disease, Board of Directors of the Hollyrod Foundation. Devoted to PD counseling. His famed advice was "Keep having fun. Pretend to be well - it works some of the time." He died on May 29th in his sleep. An inter-faith memorial service will be held Thursday, June 21st at 2PM at All Saints Church, 132 N. Euclid St., Pasadena. Millard is survived by his longtime companion, Kent Gibson, and many loving relatives and in-laws.

Adelbert (Del) Leroy Bernardi passed away peacefully at home in Indian Wells, Calif. of prostate cancer. He was born in Price, Utah, to Joseph and Anna Larcher on February 1, 1923. He is survived by his loving wife Ali Bernardi, his son Jay and daughter Vicky and his grandchildren and great grandchildren. Del ran a very successful flooring business in Palm Desert. He provided flooring for the Indian Wells Country Club, Eisenhower Medical Center, local schools and casinos as well as many other large projects. Del will be greatly missed by family and friends alike.

Miriam K. Glickman passed away peacefully at home at age 94.

Preceded in death by Daniel, her beloved husband of 53 years. Survived by daughters and sons in law Laurie Glickman and Jim Leewong and Carol and Arnie Vinstein and by grandchildren Andrea and Hilary Leewong and Sam Vinstein.

Born in Brooklyn, NY to Aaron and Jennie Friedman, lived in Uniontown PA and Lancaster CA and for the past 25 years in Marina del Rey. She was a wonderful mother and grandmother, talented artist, gracious hostess, and warm and loyal friend who loved life and was interested in everyone and everything. In her later years she enjoyed starring in the “Call Your Nana” Internet radio show with Hilary.

Services will be held Sunday April 15 at 300pm at Eden Memorial Park, 11500 Sepulveda Blvd., Mission Hills, CA.

In lieu of flowers the family requests donations to Parkinson’s Resource Organization Daniel and Miriam Glickman Memorial Respite Fund.

John Charles Attila, age 77, of West Covina, California passed away on Saturday, March 10, 2012. John was born November 4, 1934 in Toronto, Canada.

William P. Barnard. At 76 years, Bill leaves a wife, Sara, 2 sons, Mark & Robert, 2 step children, Debi Sabban-Lozano, David Sabban (Sharon) & 3 wonderful granddaughters, Anabelle, Lyla & Justine. Funeral will be Sun, Feb. 19th, 9 a.m. at Hillside Memorial.

In lieu of flowers, donations are requested to be made to PARKINSON’S RESOURCE ORGANIZATION

When making your donation please include your message to Bill’s family. A personal card, on your behalf, will be sent by Parkinson’s Resource Organization. We thank you in advance for your thoughts and prayers to Bill’s family and your contribution to the work of PRO.

Lyle Edwin Schaffer, 91, of Palm Desert, Calif., passed away on December 4, 2011 at his home in Avondale Golf Club. His wife of 67 years, Betty Alice Schaffer, was at his side. Lyle and Betty retired to Palm Desert in 2001; previously, they resided in Flossmoor, Ill., for 48 years. Lyle was born and raised in Kansas City, Mo. He received his BS in mechanical engineering at the University of Illinois, where he was president of the Triangle Engineering Fraternity. He had a 40 year career with AMOCO, first as an engineer and then as an executive. He attended MIT's Mid-Career Executive Program. He retired as President of AMOCO Venture Capital, where he was instrumental in leading AMOCO and other oil companies in creating and supporting minority-owned small businesses. During WWII, Lyle served in the development of the Manhattan Project. Public service was an important part of Lyle's life. In Flossmoor he served on the Architectural Planning Commission, as President of the Village Council, and as President of the Board of South Suburban Hospital. Lyle is survived by his wife, Betty Alice; brother, Richard Schaffer of Fort Worth, Texas; son, Craig Schaffer of Washington, D.C.; daughter, Diane Schaffer of Ashland, Ore.; three grandsons and two great-grandchildren. 

Cargill (Mac) MacMillan, Jr., age 84, passed away peacefully on November 14, 2011 from complications of Parkinson's disease, at his home in Indian Wells, California. Mac was the great-grandson of W.W. Cargill, the founder of Cargill, Inc., a privately held international producer and marketer of food, agricultural, financial, and industrial products and services. He was the son of Cargill MacMillan, past president of Cargill, and Pauline Whitney MacMillan. Born in Minneapolis, Mac grew up in Wayzata, Minnesota and attended the Blake School in Minneapolis. After high school he enlisted and served in the United States Air Force. He attended Yale University, graduating in 1950 with a Bachelor's degree in Economics. His career with Cargill, Inc. spanned 38 years. Mac began as a trainee in 1950, held positions in Buffalo, New York City, Chicago and Minneapolis. He is credited with the vision, design, and construction of the Cargill Office Center in Minnetonka, which is a home to over 1,850 employees. He served on the Cargill Board of Directors from 1963 to 1996 and chaired the Finance Committee. Throughout his life, Mac offered his time and talents to many organizations, serving on the boards of Abbott-Northwestern Hospital, Minneapolis Society of Fine Arts, Twin Cities Public Television, Minneapolis Institute of Arts, Macalester College, Greater Minneapolis Chamber of Commerce, United Way of the Minneapolis Area, the Johnson Institute, Northwestern National Bank of Minneapolis, Community First Bank, Minnesota Outward Bound School, and the YMCA. An avid outdoorsman, Mac loved fishing and hunting. He was also an athlete who enjoyed playing tennis and golf. Mac and his wife, Donna, shared a passion for travel and art, and together circled the globe acquiring art for their world renowned collection. Much of their collection has been donated to museums across the country. Mac is survived by his wife, Donna, and their six children, 24 grandchildren, and two great-grandchildren. He is survived by his brother, Whitney; sister, Pauline; and former wife, Marnie. His sister, Alice, preceded him in death. Family members and friends are invited to a celebration of Cargill MacMillan, Jr.'s life at the Vintage Club on Sunday, December 11, at 3:00 P.M. 

James "Jimmy" Cox passed away peacefully from complications of Parkinson's disease on November 3, 2011. He was born January 26, 1937, to Frank and Ruby Cox. He was preceded in death by his wife of 47 years, Zelma McClanahan Cox and younger brother, Larry B. Cox. He is survived by five children, ten grandchildren, three great-grandchildren, several nephews, nieces, and cousins of all ages.
James joined the army at age 16 in 1953, serving three years active duty then in the Army National Guard, 36 years with the 203rd Eng. Co. in Joplin until 1992. He worked for Associate Grocers from 1968 to 1998 until his much-deserved retirement. His work ethic was second to none.