The Memorial Wall

WILLIAM EDWARD JOHNSTON -- A resident of Woodland Hills, California, since 1964, died April 19, 2003, in his home after a long battle with Parkinson’s. He was 84. Mr. Johnston was born in Holyoke, Massachusetts, on November 15, 1918, to William Johnston and Louise McGrath. He studied electrical and helped develop the first in-flight recorders for pilots of B-25s while working for Gray Manufacturing. He is the holde r of several patents in this area and others. He was a member of the Los Angeles County R.A.C.E.S., the Radio Amateur Communications Emergency Service, and regularly provided radio communications for the Tournament of Roses Parade. He was a member of the Woodland Hills Country Club, the Al Malaikah Shrine Amateur Radio Staff, and the Woodland Hills Chamber of Commerce. Mr. Johnston was an engineer for Audograph, Incorporated, and later for Stenocard Dictations Systems of Los Angeles. In 1972, he formed Magnetic Communications Systems. He and his wife, the former Charlotte Thompson, were active in the Woodland Hills Methodist Church. He is survived by his wife; three children, William E. Johnston, Jr. of Richmond, Helen Johnston Conway of Moorpark, and Robert Allen Johnston of Pleasanton; and his younger brother, Harold Johnston of Eules, Texas.

Charles D. Stein, born June 10, 1922. Beloved husband, father, grandfather and friend, passed away April 18, 2003. Cherished husband of Debora; father of Nancy (David Futransky) Liebman, Theodore (Susan) Stein, David (Tamara) Stein, Susan Stein, Jill (Robert) Dyck and Dana Snyder; grandfather of Josh and Rebecca Liebman, Robert and Julie Stein, Rachael and Sam Dyck, Ethan Stein, Emily, Jill and Laura Futransky; husband of the late Edith, nee Ginzburg.

Chuck graduated from the University of Chicago Law School in 1947 after his service in the U.S. Army (1943-46) European Theatre as a combat infantry lieutenant, 36th Division and also the Counter Intelligence Corp., participating in numerous high-level missions in thepost-WW II denazification program.

Chuck practiced law in Chicago from 1948-82, with the firm of Gottlieb and Schwartz where he was managing partner and as trial counsel for the firm of Katten, Muchin and Zavis. He served as special master to U.S. District Court Judge James Parsons for four years. He traveled with Adlai Stevenson as a member of staff of the presidential campaigns. He moved to Los Angeles in 1980 and formed the firm of Stein, Berman and Blanchard. He was also general counsel, vice chair and secretary of Carpetland USA. His fine wit and warmth were felt by many.

Chuck was completely loyal to his family and many friends. He will be dearly missed and always remembered as the loving head of his devoted family, for his outspoken views, generous nature, his numerous and always wonderfully told stories.

Services held Monday, April 21, 2003, at HillsideMemorial Park Chapel, Hillside Mortuary

In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory may be made to Parkinson’s Resource Organization:

Parkinson’s Resource Organization
74-090 El Paseo, Suite 102
Palm Desert, CA 92260

Born Leslie Entwisle Edwards, July 3rd, 1921, in Los Angeles. One of his greatest virtues was his enthusiasm for life, and the knowledge and wisdom that flowed from him seemed to be boundless so that his many friends were enriched and rewarded simply by knowing him. His patience and perseverance, facing the debilitating effects of Parkinson's Disease should well be a source of inspiration for many, as they shared a sense of admiration for his gentle good humor, his cheerful attitude, and his unfailing warmth.

Fred attended Beverly Hills High School and USC until the onset of WWII when he joined the U.S. Army Air Corps. He fought in the Pacific Theater of Operation with the P-38 Fighter Squadron. He was decorated with merit for the battles of New Guinea, Southern Philippines, and Borneo. A Master Mason, Fred received the Golden Veteran's Award commemorating his fifty years of Masonic service. He was a 32nd Degree Brother of Scottish Rite Freemasonry, and his charity and generosity were known to all his brethren as well as to all who had the privilege and pleasure of knowing him, socially as well as in business.

Fred is survived by his loving wife, Trudy, who supported him valiantly in his battle against Parkinson's through the last 20 years of their marriage, and by his children - his daughter, Jennifer and her husband Barry, as well as his son, Stephen, his wife, Patricia, and Fred's two beloved grandchildren, Heidi and Zachary.

It can truly be said of Fred Edwards that throughout his lifetime, despite the loss of his health, but not his vitality, he always found blue skies above his head, good friends to surround him, and laughter and joy aplenty. 

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Parkinson's Resource Organization, 74-090 El Paseo, Suite 102, Palm Desert, CA 92260-4135 - (877) 775-4111.

Upland Alfred Eugene Wagner, 82, of Upland died at Upland Rehabilitation & Care Center on Feb. 27, 2003. He had battled Parkinson’s and Alzheimer for the past seven years. He was born on Feb. 29, 1920 in St. Louis. He moved to Los Angeles when he was three. He had lived in Upland for 16 years. He graduated from Fremont High School in 1938, where he lettered in basketball and baseball all four years. He served in North Africa, Italy, and France during WWI I. He attended LA Trade Tech then went to work with his father at Blake Moffitt & Towne Paper Company and later Ingram Paper Company. He worked in the paper industry for 48 years. He played AAA fast pitch softball for many years and set records. He pitched eight perfect games in a row. After playing several years he umpired for 20 years. He umpired and refereed the first exhibition game for the Los Angeles Dodgers and the Lakers. He loved sports, big band music, and playing cards. He is survived by his wife Charlotte of 54 years, three sons,Bob and his wife Nancy of Orange, Jerry and his wife Sharon of Upland, and Rick of Shasta Lake, one sister Floreine Minklein of Burlingame, five grandchildren Cindy Slay and her husband Eric Slay of Costa Mesa, Jeff Wagner and his wife Niki of Tustin, Tim and Ron Wagner of Upland, and Lucas Wagner of Shasta Lake, and two great-grandchildren Zack and Emily Wagner of Tustin. 

Vernon E. Swedlund, age 76, of Mpls. Retired mail carrier, U.S. Postal Service. Served proudly in WWII and the Korean Conflict. Member Brookings, SD VFW and the American Legion. Born August 26, 1926 in Brookings, SD & died December 12, 2002 due to complications from Parkinson's Disease. Preceded in death by parents, Bessie & Victor Swedlund & brothers, Leon & Eugene Swedlund. He is survived by devoted wife, Joan; loving son, David; brother, Robert; sister, Ellen ``Patty'' Hughes & special sister & brother-in-law, Bonnie & Donnie Nesheim; godsons, Roger Swedlund, Robert Swedlund Jr. & Kevin Ziegler; and a host of special nieces, nephews, great nieces, great nephews, cousins, very special neighbors & friends. 

The seventh of eleven children

Married: Bill Glatz around 1940, he served in World War II Army in Europe.

Gladys worked as a beautician in her own shop in So. Beach, Miami.

She loved Bill, gardening, travel, and volunteer work at the Elks Club.

She and Bill were married about 50 years before his death.

In the 1990’s she developed health problems, which they determined were Parkinson’s.

She moved to Palm Desert at 80 to live with her youngest brother and family (she had no children.)

Gladys died at 86.  Her ashes are buried in the family graveyard in Mandeville, LA.

All her sisters and brothers have passed on, even her brother Paul.  Many nieces and nephews.  Mary Kay and Paulette (Paul’s wife and daughter.)  All the family loved her dearly!

Archie Christopher (Chris) – Passed away in San Jose on May 29, 2002. Age 77 of complications from Parkinson’s disease. Chris was born in Sacredwind, KY in 1925, the third of 13 children. A loving, caring brother, father, grandfather, great grandfather and friend for life who served in the Navy during WWII receiving a Purple Heart for his efforts during the invasion of Anzio, Italy.A skilled machinist and toolmaker for over 40 years; who after retiring enjoyed may successful entrepreneurial endeavors as well as being an accomplished ballroom dancer. Former husband of Ermel Marcum who died in 1976. Chris is survived by his three children Roma and her husband Stan Rhamy, San Jose, Sherrell and her husband Ted Bumgarner, Cypress, CA, Shawn and her husband Steven Booth, Fresno, CA; his grandson, Christopher Rhamy, Chugiak, AK, five granddaughters, Jennifer Bumgarner-Kuhn, TX, Kristin Crisford, TX, Samantha and Sarah Booth, Caprice Endeman, San Jose, CA, four great-grandchildren Rachel Bumgarner-Kuhn, Dailie and Teddy Crisford and Shanna Endeman; five brothers, Clayton, OH, Curtis, Los Gatos, CA, Donald, TX, Howard, FL, and Robert, OH and two sisters, Wanda Stephens, OH and Christine Mullins, FL. and numerous nieces and nephews.

JOHN G. CARNEGIE Died March 10, 2002 in Van Nuys of Parkinson’s Disease. He was 83. Born in Corry, Pennsylvania. Served in the Army and the U.S. Coast Guard during in WWII. A master auto mechanic for more than 40 years. Member of Van Nuys Knights of Columbus. Survived by his wife of 56 years, Rita; three children, Tom (Rhonda), Barbara and Vince (Kristy); his daughter-in-law, Karen Carnegie-Stochl; and six grand children. Preceded in death by his beloved son, Laurence. He will be remembered for his great smile, scouting leadership, baseball coaching, companionship, determination and good cheer. 

Carl Ray Sharp, a native of English, IN, and Glendora resident since 1954, passed away January 26, 2002, at the age of 81. Mr. Sharp was a lieutenant in the US Army Air Corps during World War II, serving in the 101st Airborne as a glider pilot in Europe. As an Irrigation Engineer, he organized Rainbird International in Europe and held several patents. A charter member (1956) of the Rotary Club of Glendora, he thoroughly enjoyed his 46 years of Rotary membership and held the distinction of being a Paul Harris Fellow.

Mr. Sharp had served as president of American Field Service, an exchange program for foreign students, and hosted numerous students in his home for their year of study in the United States. He is survived by his loving wife, Liette; sons, Alain (Bobi) of Spring Valley Lake, Paul (Rune) of Columbia, MO, and Jeffrey (Margie) Sharp of San Dimas; daughters, Liliette (Jock) McGraw of Huntington Beach; Sylvia (Bill) Valencia of Las Vegas and Christina (Jamie) Earl of Glendora, Lorraine Grindstaff of Pasadena; brothers, Melvin of Lake Chelan, WA, John and William of Boulder City, NV and Curtis Sharp of Las Vegas; 16 grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren.

Contributions in his memory may be made to Glendora Rotary Charities, P. O. Box 776, Glendora, CA 91 740 or Carl Sharp Memorial Fund, c/o Parkinson's Resource Organization, 74-090 El Paseo, Suite 102, Palm Desert, CA 92260.

Robert R. Bean passed away on September 17, 2001, at age 85 of complications of Parkinson's disease. Loving husband of Shirley; adored father of Barbara, Stuart (Nancy) and Richard (deceased) Bean; cherished grandfather of Meghan, Erin, and Ryan. Surrogate father to devoted nieces Bonnie Schumann and Nanci Hiller. Devoted brother of Ed Bean. He is also survived by many loving in-laws, nieces, nephews, and friends. Services 1 PM, Thursday, at Mount Sinai Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, donations will be welcome in memory of Robert Bean to Parkinson's Resource Organization, 74 785 Highway 111 Indian Wells, CA 92210 Suite 208