637. Donald "Larry" Damon (Ernest Howard Damon , Ernest Sutton Damon , Albert Edelbert Damon , Susan Charlotte Sutton , John Philpot , Philpot John ) was born on 13 Jun 1936 in Winnemucca, Humboldt Co., NV. He died on 3 Apr 2012 in El Cerrito, Contra Costa Co., CA.
1. Found in the 1940 U.S Census Nevada, Humboldt Co., Union Twnshp, Winnemucca (6 Apr '40) ED 7-9, sheet 5A, 242 Railroad St., age 3, POB: Nevada, ed;0, with parents Ernest H. (25)(owns $2000) and Marian (23) and brother Ernest Lyle (2)
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Miss Emily Lynne Hanf
College Couple To Be Married
The engagement of Miss Emily Lynne Hanf and Larry Damon was announced at the recent Gamma Phi Beta Christmas formal. Miss Hanf is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Alton F. Hanf of Reno and Mr. Damon is the son of Mrs. Carl Grauvogel of Minnemucca and Ernest Damon of Elko. Both young people are seniors at the University of Nevada and plan to be married following their graduation in June. (Reno Gazette-Journal, Dec. 29, 1959, p. 7)3. Newlyweds to Reside in California
Emily Lynne Hanf, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Alton E. Hanf of Reno, and Donald Larry Damon, son of Mrs. Carl Grauvogel of Winnemucca and Ernest Damon of Elko, were married Tuesday afternoon at 2 o'clock in the Lutheran Church of the Good Shepard. Officiating was the Rev. Vernon Kotter. Soloist was Mrs. Roland Kneller and her accompanist was Mrs. Steve Maytan. Given in marriage by her father, the bride wore a ballerina length frock of white lace and net simply styled with portrait neckline, bracelet sleeves and boufant skirt. Her fingertip veil fell from a pearl tiara and she carried pink and white elf roses and stephanotis. Her only jewlry was a single pearl pendant. A note of sentiment was in the wedding bands designed and hand-fashioned by Prof. Edward Yates of the University of Nevada, long time friend of the couple. Miss Anita Hanf, in pink lace and organza frock and carrying pink elf roses was her sister's sole attendant. lyle Damon was his brother's best man and ushers were Ron Wilson and Don Moore. Mrs. Hanf chose a blue silk print for her daughter's wedding and Mrs. Grauvogel was in yellow linen sheath. Both had corsages of feathered white carnations. Sigma Nu house was the scene of the wedding reception and the couple will honeymoon at Lake Tahoe and the Bay Area before going to San Leandro, Calf., to make their home. Both are graduates of the University of Nevada where she was a Gamma Phi Beta and his fraternity is Sigma Nu. Next year, Mrs. Damon will be a member of the teaching staff of the San Leandro schools and Mr. Damon will be with Western Electric Company in that city. For traveling Mrs. Damon wore a bone colored sheath with coral and white accessories. At the reception, Miss Nancy Damon, sister of the bridegroom was in charge of the guest book and Lorilee Smith and Dorothy Howell, Gamma Phi sisters of the bride presided as hostesses at the bride's table. (Nevada State Journal, June 12, 1960, p. 13)4. BIO (The National Academies Press)
D. LARRY DAMON is manager of engineering technology, Bechtel Research and Development, San Francisco. Previously, he held a variety of technical positions at Bechtel, including project manager in the development of the Simplified Boiling Water Reactor and chief engineer for Control Systems. Prior to joining Bechtel, he was a project engineer with Tracerlab Incorporated, where he was responsible for the design, development, and implementation of land-based nuclear reactor monitoring systems. He has 32 years of engineering and management experience in the nuclear power field with special technical emphasis on multidiscipline design integration, computer-based controls and simulations, nuclear instrumentation, systems engineering, and human factors. He has extensive field experience in the areas of design change control, design implementation and expediting, operational testing, and startup. He received a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering from the University of Nevada.5. 2001: Mayor Damon offers thoughts on decision not to run for re-election
EDITOR'S NOTE: Mayor Larry Damon offered the following explanation by e-mail when I asked him about his decision not to run for re-election. It is reprinted with his permission.When I ran for office in 1997, I wanted to accomplish several things. To mention just a few, I wanted to institute modern management practices at City Hall, especially in the areas of budget development, financial operations and performance accountability. I also wanted to get Redevelopment under control, have it pay its debt to the City, stop the City's interference at the Plaza and let commercial market forces take over its revitalization. I also wanted to begin restoration of our decaying infrastructure (e.g.,the Swim Center, streets, etc.).
These are just a few examples but, to my great satisfaction and with the help of a lot of dedicated people, it seems that most of what I wanted have either happened or are in progress. Of course, I did l not realize the level of management turnover it would take for these things to occur, but I will say that I am VERY pleased with the performance of our new City Manager. I truly believe that after four years of hard work, we are positioned for a renaissance in El Cerrito.
Evaluating the progress made, it seems that many of the people and organizations that were initially ambivalent or opposed to me have been won over. Possibly, this is a result of my moving more towards the middle. Upon becoming Mayor, I did this believing that the person in the "middle seat" has to be more of a facilitator than an advocate. Unfortunately (or maybe not), some of the extremists that previously supported me feel this is seditious. Support from that sector has divided a little. Nevertheless, and considering all this, I am advised that with an expanded support base, being an incumbent Mayor with plenty of name recognition, having the resources to mount an aggressive professionally run campaign and the free time to walk precincts at least twice, there is a very high probability that I would be re-elected. This is all great, except for one thing. I don't want to.
Why? Several reasons. I am very pleased with all that has been accomplished over the last four years. I have been told that many of the changes which put El Cerrito on a new course would not have happened if I had not been elected in 1997. This is very comforting. With such comfort, however, comes reduced incentives. The course change has been made and, while a lot of implementation work remains, this kind of work does not present the challenge that attracted me four years ago. Besides, we have several excellent candidates waiting in the wings, including Letitia Moore and Bea O'Keefe.
Then there is the issue of changing personal priorities. At 65, a person looks a lot more carefully at what they want to accomplish than does a person at, say, 45. Where younger people on their way up might be driven by recognition and accolades, these priorities become less meaningful later on. Like all young people, I enjoyed many such things while marking my mark in the engineering, management and research world. I have found, however, that the standards of achievement in local politics are not that high. And, while being referred to as "the Honorable" and "Mayor" might seem significant, the title I now enjoy the most is "Grandpa". Like most "Grandpa's", I have learned my lesson. Children don't wait. My own kids got away from me while I was consumed with career and doing the Council job right requires the same level of commitment. I am not going to make the same mistake twice. As a result, my personal priorities have shifted to being the best Grandpa EVER (even better than my own).
Of course, I will continue with some level of involvement (much to the chagrin of those whose penurious attitudes would run the City into the ground). I also believe that the free hand which comes with being out of office will allow me to more effectively counter some of our anti-development nuts or those who otherwise discourage investment in El Cerrito.
Regards, Larry Damon
(July 2001)6. Obit: Donald Larry Damon 6/13/36 - 4/3/12
Resident of El Cerrito Larry Damon passed away peacefully on April 3 with his loving family at his side. His amazing physical strength and good humor, along with the support of devoted family, dear friends, and wonderful staff at Alta Bates Summit Comprehensive Cancer Center helped him battle against the most aggressive type of Lymphoma for an additional seventeen months after his first chemo treatment. He was appreciative of these extra months so he could spend more time with family and friends, and finish a few more projects. Larry was born and raised in Winnemucca, NV, and attended the University of Nevada, Reno, where he joined the Sigma Nu fraternity and UNR's boxing team while earning his degree in Electrical Engineering. During college, he met Emily "Emmy" Hanf, married her in June, 1960, and moved to the San Francisco Bay Area where they made their home for 44 years until Emmy's death in 2004. Larry first worked for the Western Electric Company and then took a position at Tracerlab. He became Project Engineer and continued his education at UC Berkeley earning a Master's in Nuclear Engineering Technology. In 1964, Larry joined the Bechtel Corporation where he was involved in the development of several nuclear power plants and rose through the ranks to his final position as Manager of Engineering Technology in Research and Development. After 35 years at Bechtel, Larry retired to devote his attention to his newly elected position as El Cerrito City Councilmember. During his term, he served as Mayor and decided not to run for re-election to concentrate on being "Grandpa" to his four wonderful grandchildren. He was a member of the Masonic Lodge; Lions Club; Richmond Yacht Club; University of Nevada, Reno Alumni Association; Cal Alumni Association; California Society of Professional Engineers; and National Society of Professional Engineers. Larry was a man who was known to have a tough exterior, but a big, kind heart. His logical insight into a problem, his wise advice, and his questions that guided people into finding their own solutions helped make positive changes in people's lives. His willingness to trust others on a handshake and to do the right thing was unwavering. Larry was also appreciated by many adoring children as he adored them. He carried small stuffed animals in his pockets in case he ran into one of his little pals at the Richmond Yacht Club, and no baby went unnoticed that passed by him. He was a wonderful, loving Grandfather who enjoyed taking his grandchildren out to "Donut Time", helping them with their homework, and teaching them valuable life lessons from his own experiences. His last big act as Grandpa was designing and building a beautiful, wood swing set that draws all of the neighborhood kids to use it. Larry is predeceased by his parents Ernest Damon and Marian Grauvogel, his beautiful wife, Emily Hanf Damon, his brother Carl Grauvogel, and his brother-in-law Keith Droegemeier. He is survived by his children Wendy Gallo (Rick), Stuart Damon (Fadia), grandchildren, Alysse Gallo, Daniel Gallo, Sahara Damon and Bradley Damon. Brothers Lyle Damon (Karen), Douglas Damon (Diana), Dean Grauvogel (Janet). Sisters Nancy Singley (Hank), Betty Tuttle (Lyle) and sisters-in-law Anita Droegemeier and Laura Grauvogel. He will be greatly missed by his family and by many wonderful friends. At Larry's request, no services will be held. Donations may be made to the Alta Bates Summit Foundation. (Contra Costa Times, April 15, 2012)7. Donald Larry Damon, who served a four-year term on the El Cerrito City Council in 1997-2001 and as the city's mayor in 2001, died April 3 at age 75.
Mr. Damon, who suffered from lymphoma, is remembered in the city as an outspoken citizen who ran for City Council to reform city government. After leaving the council, he continued to take an interest in civic affairs. He chaired the creeks committee of the El Cerrito Historical Society until illness forced him to step aside.
Rich Bartke, also a former mayor and councilmember and current president of the Historical Society, called Mr. Damon's death "a loss for our community."
In his professional life, Mr. Damon was an expert in nuclear power engineering, serving before he retired as a manager of engineering technology at Bechtel Research and Development in San Francisco, according to a short biography on the National Academies Press Web site.
He is perhaps most remembered in El Cerrito for his political career.
"Larry was a frequent City Council critic in the mid-1990's, one spokesperson for a group of citizens who did not believe the city was being run properly," Bartke recalled. "The group was the major campaign support that helped Larry get elected to the council in 1997." Mr. Damon complained that city staff wasn't managing the city the way he had learned at Bechtel, Bartke said.
After serving on the council, Mr. Damon's found himself with the "uncomfortable task of going to the group that had supported him, and telling them that actually the city staff was quite competent and that El Cerrito was a pretty well-run city," Bartke said. He lost the group's support.
Mr. Damon struck some as being too opinionated and assertive in his views, Bartke said. "But those of us who worked with him found him to be always approachable, and quite willing to learn, and to change his mind if the facts warranted it," Bartke said.
Jane Bartke, wife of Rich and also a former mayor and councilwoman, said she and Mr. Damon didn't always agree but that she admired his willingness to listen to the other side and adjust his views accordingly.
"Larry was very opinionated, but he was not fixed in his opinions," she said. "...Larry would change his mind. That's a very valuable trait."
He also devoted himself to his civic duty and attended numerous civic meetings and functions, she said. "He was very dedicated in what he did. You could always count on him to be there."
When asked why he was not seeking re-election in 2001, he provided an extended explanation to El Cerrito Wire saying he felt he'd accomplished most of the "course change" he had sought when he ran for office.
"When I ran for office in 1997, I wanted to ... institute modern management practices at City Hall, especially in the areas of budget development, financial operations and performance accountability," he said. "I also wanted to get Redevelopment under control, have it pay its debt to the City, stop the City's interference at the Plaza and let commercial market forces take over its revitalization. I also wanted to begin restoration of our decaying infrastructure (e.g.,the Swim Center, streets, etc.).
"These are just a few examples but, to my great satisfaction and with the help of a lot of dedicated people, it seems that most of what I wanted have either happened or are in progress."
He also said he wanted to devote more time "to being the best Grandpa EVER."
His wife, Emily (Emmy) Damon, died in 2004 from lung cancer. The couple married one day after graduating from the University of Nevada at Reno, according to her obituary.
Donald married Emily "Emmy" Lynne Hanf on 7 Jun 1960 in Reno, Washoe Co., NV. Emily was born on 29 Jan 1939 in Mennominie, Mennominie Co., MI . She died on 31 Dec 2004 in El Cerrito, Contra Costa Co., CA.
1. Daughter of Alton Fredrick Hanf and Engrid Karen Milne.
- Alton Fredrick Hanf, 95, of Reno, Nevada, died Tuesday, September 25, 2001, at home. Alton "Slim" Hanf, a native of Menominee, Michigan, was born September 4, 1906 to George and Delina Hanf and has lived in Reno since 1943. He was a member of Masonic Lodge 13 for ' 50 years, also belonging to Kerak Temple and Scottish Rite. He was a charter member of the Lutheran Church of the Good Shepherd and sang in the choir for many years. He was an Operating Engineer at Isbell Construction Company for 20 years and a Real Estate Broker until his retirement. He also served on the Board of County Commissioners of Washoe County, Nevada for six years. His wife Ingrid died on June 23, 1996. Surviving are daughters, Anita Droegemeier of Reno; Emily Damon of El Cerrito, Calif.; two grandchildren, Wendy Gallo, Stuart Damon and three great grandchildren, Alysse and Daniel Gallo and Sahara Damon all of California; sister, Katherine Alley of San Bruno, California. A memorial service will be held at the Lutheran Church of the Good Shepherd, California and Arlington, on Saturday, October 13, 2001, at 2:00 PM. Burial was held at the Mt. View Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the Lutheran Church of the Good Shepherd, 501 California Ave., Reno, NV 89501. (Sep 2001)- Ingrid K. Milne Hanf
Ingrid K. Milne Hanf, 87, died June 23, 1996 at her residence. A native ol Marinette, Wis., she was born Sept. 24, 1908, to James and Emily Webert Milne, and had lived in Reno for the past 53 years, coming from Marinette. Mrs. Hanf was a homemaker. She was a charter member of the Reno Fiber Guild, National Audobon Society and Lutheran Church of the Good Shepherd. A sister, Jesse Alves died in 1995. Surviving are husband, Alton, daughter, Anita Droegemeier, brother, Alex Milne and sister, Jeanne Leigh, all of Reno, daughter, Emily Damon of El Cerrito, Calif.; two grandchildren and two great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. Cremation will be at Sierra Crematory, under the direction of Walton Funeral Home, Reno. A memorial service is scheduled for 2 p.m. Monday at the church. A memorial is being established with the church's endowmerit fund, 501 California Ave., Reno 89509. (June 1996)2. Found in the 1940 U.S Census Michigan, Marinette Co., Marinette wd-1, (16 Apr '40) ED 38-13, sheet 9A, 201 Main St., age 1, with parents, Alton (33) rents, and Engrid (30) and sister Anneta (5)
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The engagement of miss Emily Hanf and Larry Damon was announced at the Gamma Phi Beta Christmas formal Dec. 12. Miss Hanf is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Alton F. Hanf of Reno and Mr. Damon is the son of Mrs. Carl Grauvogel of Winnemucca and Mr. Ernest Damon of Elko. Both young people are seniors at the University of Nevada and plan to be married following their graduations in June. (Nevada State Journal, Jan. 3, 1960)4. Obit: Emily ("Emmy") Damon 1/29/39 -12/31/04
Beloved wife, mother, grand-mother, companion and friend, Emmy finally lost a courageous battle against lung cancer. Raised and educated in Reno, NV, she married Larry Damon one day after graduating from UNR in 1960. The Damon's then moved to El Cerrito, CA where they made their home ever since. Emmy is survived by Larry Damon, her husband of 44 years, their children, Wendy Gallo of Lafayette, Stuart Damon of Hercules, their four grand-children, Alysse Gallo, Daniel Gallo, Sahara Damon, Bradley Damon and her sister, Anita Droegemeier of Reno. Fondly remembered for her friendly, compassionate nature and warm smile, Emmy was also a talented artist with works presented in several Northern California and Nevada galleries. In addition, as a gifted interior designer she won critical acclaim in many forums including the prestigious Marin and San Francisco Decorator's Showcases. Emmy's dedication to her children, her art, and her community was evident through a wide range of involvements including our local schools, Rotary Inner Wheel and the Oakland Museum Women's Board for which she chaired their 1992 White Elephant Sale. She always looked for the best in people and excused their short-comings. She found beauty in places that others often missed. Memorial services will be held 2:00PM, Sunday January 9th, at El Cerrito's Sunset View Funeral Home, Fairmount at Colusa. (Contra Costa Times, Jan. 5, 2005)
Donald and Emily had the following children:
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640. Barbara Spitzer (Doris Emily Damon , Ernest Sutton Damon , Albert Edelbert Damon , Susan Charlotte Sutton , John Philpot , Philpot John ) was born on 19 Jul 1940 in Winnemucca, Humboldt Co., NV. She died on 25 May 2018 in Reno, Washoe Co., NV.
1. Spitzer - Haney Vows Exchanged
WINNEMUCCA -- Miss Barbara Ann Spitzer, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Robert Spitzer of Reno, was married in Minden to B. J. Haney of Charleston, Ark. Standing with the couple were Miss Sandra Jackson of Reno, and James Atterbury, of the Stead Air Force base, near Reno. A native of Winnemucca, the new Mrs. Haney was graduated from the Winnemucca grade school, attended the Humboldt high school for three years, and was graduated from the Reno high school in 1958. Her maternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. E. S. Damon live in Winnemucca. Her husband is a graduate of the Charleston high school. After attending Pan-American College in Texas for one year, he joined the air force. He was assigned to a base near London, England, where Mrs. Haney will join him. (Reno Gazette-Journal, July 1, 1958, p. 8)2. Mr. and Mrs. Robert B. Spitzer and children Bobbie, Carolyn and David will host dinner tomorrow for Mrs. Spitzer's parents, Mr. Spitzer's parents, Mr. and Mrs. E. S. Damon of Winnemucca. Daughter and son-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. B. J. Haney are in London, England, for the holidays where Haney is stationed. (Reno Gazette-Journal, Dec. 24, 1959, p. 10)
3. Obit: Barbara Spitzer Haney Phipps
Barbara passed away at home early Friday morning on May 25, 2018. A native Nevadan, she was born in Winnemucca on July 19, 1940, the first child to parents Bob and Doris Spitzer.
She lived most of her life in Winnemucca and Reno and loved the sagebrush land, desert lakes, and mountains of northern Nevada. Her childhood was spent in Winnemucca where she attended Winnemucca Grammar School and Humboldt County High until her senior year when her family moved to Reno. She graduated from Reno High in 1958. Family, friends, and work filled her life. She married her first husband, Buddy Haney, in 1958; and together they had two sons, Stephen and Darryl. During those early years, she raised her children, bought the house in which she has lived for the last 52 years, and owned and ran TSI Trucking Company. Later, she married George Phipps and welcomed his children George and Lori. Barbara loved books, the ocean, and any and all dogs. She had a strong faith. She was determined, warm, fun, and funny. She was a “mother” figure to all her sons’ friends and treasured all the good people in her life. She was preceded in death by her husband, George (2013) and her parents Bob and Doris Spitzer. Barbara will be missed and remembered by her children Stephen Haney (Debbie) and Darryl Haney; step-children, George Phipps and Lori Fulton (Aaron); sister, Carolyn Banis (Rick) and brothers, Bob Spitzer and David Spitzer (Luanne). Also surviving are 9 grandchildren, 11 great grandchildren, several nieces, nephews, and cousins and many lifelong friends. Her family is grateful to have had her in our lives and will have a private gathering to celebrate her life.
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Barbara married (2) George Addison Phipps in 2001. George was born on 2 Dec 1939 in Lindsay, Tulare Co., CA. He died on 26 Dec 2013 in Washoe Co., NV.
1. Son of William David Phipps and Lenora Pearl Panell.
- PHIPPS, William D., 72, of Sun Sights, Arizona, passed away August 22nd. Survived by sons, Rolhs, of Tucson, George, of Nevada, and Dale, in US Navy; 3 grand children; sister, Mrs. Verna Duncan, of Calif. Service will be at 1 p.m. Monday, Ari zona Mortuary Chapel, Stone and Third, with Rev. Dale Hewitt, of Trinity Presbyterian Church, officiating. Interment will be in Evergreen Cemetery. (Aug. 1968)2. Obit: George A Phipps
December 2, 1939 - December 26, 2013
George, "The Greek" went to his Lord on the morning of December 26th 2013. He was born on December 2nd, 1939 in Lindsey, CA to Bill and Pearl. He grew up on a ranch near Springville, CA with his brothers, Rollis "Bill" (wife Karen) and Dale (wife Donna). Early in the 1950's, his family moved to a ranch near Wells, NV where George graduated from Wells High School in 1957. After he served our country in the US Navy, he returned to Ely, NV where he met his first wife Darlene and they had their first child, George in 1962. In a few years the family moved to Reno where George worked and attended the University of Nevada; he graduated in 1973. During this time, his daughter Lori was born in 1971. George worked for many years for a local trucking company based in Sparks. He was a mechanic, driver, owner/operator and general manager. He worked for many years with Barbara Haney, and they were married in 2001. They sold the business and retired in 2004, although George was still found working for SRT during the summer months each year. George and Barbara spent the twilight years of his life traveling in their RV with their special dog Rufus and spending time with their families and friends. George was a great man; honest, hard working, respected by his colleagues, and dearly loved by his family and friends. We will miss his great smile and love. George is survived by his wife, Barbara, his children George and Lori, his grandchildren, Karina, Matthew and Erin as well as step-children Steve and darryl, and numerous step-grandchildren and step-great grandchildren. An outdoor service will be planned sometime in the summer to celebrate his life. (Reno Gazette-Journal, Jan. 12, 2014)
642. Living (Doris Emily Damon , Ernest Sutton Damon , Albert Edelbert Damon , Susan Charlotte Sutton , John Philpot , Philpot John )
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643. Robert "Bob" Damon Spitzer (Doris Emily Damon , Ernest Sutton Damon , Albert Edelbert Damon , Susan Charlotte Sutton , John Philpot , Philpot John ) was born on 28 Jul 1946 in Nevada. He died on 20 May 2021 in Reno, Washoe Co., NV. He served in the military Vietnam - U.S Navy (Seabees).
1. Spitzer - Iglesias
Diane Christy Iglesias and Robert Damon Spitzer were married at Forest Hill Christian Church in San Francisco. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Miguel Iglesias of San Francisco. She was graduated from Lowell High School in that city, California State University at San Francisco, and completed graduate work in rehabilitation counseling there. Spitzer, son of Mr. Robert B. Spitzer of Reno, was graduated from Reno high School, Stanford University and hastings College of Law in San Francisco. He is a law clerk. Maid of honor was Sandra Singer, Bridesmaids were Carla Menconi and Cathy Iglesias. Robert Cohen served as best man and ushers were Don Iglesias and David Spitzer. After a honeymoon trip to Lake Tahoe, the couple is making a home in Reno. (Nevada Evening Gazette, Nov. 15, 1975, p. 16)2. Found in the 1971 Reno, NV city directory; Spitzer, Robt D formn Nevada Paving r1095 Sonora Dr (p. 549)
3. Obit: Robert Damon Spitzer
July 28, 1946 - May 20, 2021
Robert Damon Spitzer died peacefully on Thursday, May 20, 2021, surrounded by family.
Born on July 28, 1946, Bobby spent his early childhood in Winnemucca, where he began a life-long passion for the outdoors -- hunting through sagebrush, fishing in desert lakes, and adventuring through the mountains of Northern Nevada. In 1957, Bob's family moved to Reno where he graduated in the Reno High School Class of 1964. A dedicated student, Bob received a B.S. Mining Engineering at Stanford University in 1968 and in the summers would return to Reno to work at Nevada Paving, his father's paving company.
His engineering and paving experience soon served him well. In 1969, Bob attended OCS and was commissioned a 2nd Lt. in the Civil Engineer Corps. In 1970, he volunteered for duty in Vietnam with the US Naval Construction Battalions (Seabees), building roads and infrastructure in Chu Lai and Quang Tri. For his service he was awarded the Navy Distinguished Service Medal with Combat "V". Returning from Vietnam, Bob continued his education at UC Hastings College of Law (1975). He returned to Reno and eventually opened his own practice focused on Real Property law in Lake Tahoe, where he lived for 40 years and raised his three children.
Bob had a passion for adventure. As a young man, he ran with the bulls in Pamplona, hitchhiked across Europe, rode camels, made lifelong friends, and ran with the bulls (again!). He had a sharp wit, making clever jokes until the day he died. Above all, Bob was a truly dedicated father; raising his children was his life's passion.
Bob was preceded in death by his parents, Bob and Doris Spitzer, and his sister, Barbara.
He will be profoundly missed and always remembered by his children, Sierra, Damon, and Paris; his sister, Carolyn Banis (Rick), brother, David (Luanne), Diane Iglesias, mother of Sierra, Vera Struc, mother of Damon and Paris, and many nieces, nephews, cousins, and lifelong friends.
In lieu of flowers, those who wish may donate in his memory to the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS).
We, his children, are truly grateful for everything our Dad has given to us, big and small, every day. We love him very much. (The Reno Gazette Journal and Lyon County News Leader, Jun. 24 to Jun. 27, 2021)
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1. Robert Damon Spitzer
Born in 1946, Bob was raised in Winnemuccca and Reno, Nevada, and spent his high school and college summers working as a construction laborer, equipment operator, and crew foreman for his family's construction company in the Lake Tahoe area, as well as one summer working on a gold placer prospect in remote central Alaska, and another doing mineral exploration in northeastern Nevada for a mining company.
He entered Stanford University in 1964 and graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Mining Engineering in 1968. Military service followed. Bob received a commission in the US Navy Civil Engineer Corps and served a tour of duty in 1970 as Alpha Company commander for a Construction Battalion Unit ("Seabees") on the ground in Quang Tri and Chu Lai, South Vietnam, producing aggregate from a quarry, concrete, and asphalt concrete, for road building and maintenance.
Bob earned a Juris Doctor from the University of California, Hastings College of the Law, in San Francisco in June 1975, and was admitted to the California Bar in December 1975. He moved back to Nevada, served as law clerk for a district court judge in Reno during 1976, and was admitted to the Nevada Bar in September 1976. He went to work for a prominent Reno law firm, Hale, Lane, Peek, Dennison, and Howard, where he was an associate from 1976-1979 and a partner from 1979-1983, and where he received excellent training and mentoring. From 1983-1989, Bob was a partner in Hoffman, Lien, Faccinto, and Spitzer, Incline Village, NV, and Tahoe City, CA, during which time the firm was heavily engaged representing landowners against the bi-state (NV and CA) Tahoe Regional Planning Agency in the land use regulatory wars at Lake Tahoe. Since 1989, Bob has been a sole practitioner in Incline Village, Nevada.
Bob has raised his three children at Lake Tahoe. He hikes, backpacks, bikes, skis, hunts, fishes, and engages in other outdoor activities in the Sierra Nevada and other northern Nevada mountain ranges and the desert.2. Name: Robert Damon Spitzer
Event Type: Marriage
Event Date: 04 Aug 1990
Event Place: Washoe, Nevada, United States
Residence Place: Nevada
Registration Date: 08 Aug 1990
Registration Place: Reno, , Nevada
Gender: Male
Spouse's Name: Vera Anne StrucRamon Spitzer
Sierra Spitzer
Paris Spitzer
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647. Marwin Roy Summers (Winford Sutton Summers , Marjorie Mabel Sutton , William Don , Luman Gilson , John Philpot , Philpot John ) was born on 13 Nov 1937 in Powassan, Parry Sound, Ont., CAN. He died on 22 Sep 2022 in Winnipeg, Manitoba, CAN.
1. Obit: Marwin Roy Summers
With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Marwin Roy Summers (Winnipeg, Manitoba), born in Powassan, Ontario, who passed away on September 22, 2022 at the age of 84. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Marwin Roy Summers to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his wife Janet; his brother Ken; and his sister-in-law Glenda. He is survived by: his close friend Carol; his daughters, Lisa (Albert) and Maureen; his step-sons, Ken (Heather) and Allan (Heather); his grandchildren, Riley, Luke (Sydney), Ryan, Mitch, Jina (Gabe), Dylan, Aly (Tyler) and Darrian; his sisters, Doris and Irene; and his sister-in-law Carol. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews.
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Bert Driver and Louise Towns
SUMMERS, Muriel Isobel - Suddenly at her daughters home in Corbeil surrounded by her
loving family on Tuesday, October 9, 2001, in her 71st year. Muriel Driver Summers was the loving mother of Faye Tuffy Harold Brooks of Corbeil, Maureen Thompson Rick of Port Loring, Donna Gohm Peter of Powassan, Angie Summers Vince Sealy of British Columbia, and Terry Summers Kim of Port Loring and special Grammy of Heather, Amy, Ashley, Jamie, Ryan, Mitch, Courtney, Brittany, Amber, Geena and great-grandchild Nathan. She was the dear sister of Mervyn Driver Shirley of Mississauga, Allen Driver of Port Loring, Arley Driver Sue of Ohio, Lewis Driver Maxine of Wasaga Beach and Janice Bennett Joe of Trout Creek. She was predeceased by her brother Alvin Driver and son-in-law Mike Tuffy. The family will receive visitors at St. Pauls United Church in Golden Valley, today, Thursday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. The funeral service will be conducted by Reverend Bill Broughton on Friday at 11 a.m. at St. Pauls United Church, Golden Valley. Cremation to follow. If desired, donations may be made to
the Canadian Cancer Society or the charity of your choice. Funeral arrangements under the direction of the Paul Funeral Home. (October 11, 2001)
Marwin married Janet Christine Ceretti about 1970. Janet was born on 11 Nov 1943 in Winnipeg, Manitoba, CAN. She died on 18 Jul 1998 in Winnipeg, Manitoba, CAN.
1. Daughter of William Ceretti and Dorothy Agnes Cuthbert.
William “Bill” Ceretti
Bill "Red Dog" Ceretti (March 10, 1912 - May 5, 1974)
Athlete/Football
Inducted 2004
Though he was known as a "savage tackler" throughout his 18-year professional football career with the Winnipeg Blue Bombers, it was not football that earned Bill "Red Dog" Ceretti his nickname. It was his prowess at the card table. Red Dog was the name of a card game Ceretti taught his fellow Bombers to play, it turned out he was good at that game too and the name stuck. Ceretti started playing football in 1929 as a junior. In 1931, he had joined the Winnipeg Blue Bombers (known as the St. Johns and then the Winnipegs) where he played guard both defensively and offensively. Ceretti was a member of the first three Manitoba teams to capture the Grey Cup (1935, '39 & '41). Throughout his career, Ceretti was considered one of the outstanding linemen in the history of the football club and received all-star honours in 1938, '40 & '46. He retired from football in 1948.
Sportswriter Vince Leah described Ceretti in 1975 as "one of the finest Canadian-born linemen in the history of the game." After marrying Dorothy in 1933, the couple welcomed the first of three daughters Glenda (Crawford) two years later in the same year of 1935 that Ceretti and the Bombers won the first ever Grey Cup by a team from the West. In 1937 and 1943, the family was completed with daughters Carol (Phillips) and Janet (Summers). When he was not playing football, Bill Ceretti made his living as a driver for Canada Bread and later for Canadian Pacific Railway until he died in 1974. Bill Ceretti is also a member of the Manitoba Football Hall of Fame and the Winnipeg Blue Bombers Hall of Fame.2. JANET CHRISTINE SUMMERS (CERETTI) November 11, 1943 to July 18, 1998 Peacefully, on July 18, after a long and incredibly courageous battle with cancer, a new angel was called back home. It is with sadness we announce the passing of Janet Summers. A complete obituary will follow. (Winnipeg Free Press, July 19, 1998, p. 20)
3. JANET CHRISTINE SUMMERS CERETTI
November 1943 to July 1998
Peacefully on July 1998 after a long and in credibly courageous battle with cancer a new angel was called back. It is with sadness we announce the passing of Janet Summers. Janet was predeceased by her parents, Bill and Dorothy Ceretti. Janet leaves behind to miss her, her husband of 28 years, Marwin, her precious daughter and son-in-law, Lisa and Albert Branconnier, the shining stars of her her life, her grandchildren, Riley, Luke, Heather, Amy, Ashley, Jamie, Ryan and Mitch; her sister Glenda Crawford and sister and brother-in-law Carol and Jim Phillips; many nieces, nephews, aunts and cousins. After working several years for Willow Park Housing Co-op, where Janet and Marwin lived for almost 30 years she accepted a job with the Provincial Government as "Clerk of the Legislative Assembly" and later as a "Members Allowance Officer". Never did a person take such pride in her job and enjoy going to work in "The Castle", (as Riley and Grandma called it) as she did. Janet and Marwin’s home away from home is their trailer at Poplar Bay Trailer Park where they enjoyed many special summers and camp fires with special friends. Like her dad, Janet loved to gamble and found relaxation and joy at the "McPhillips Street Station", also referred to as "going to work". There are not words to express our love and gratitude to our family and friends for all their love and Thank you to Garey Mazowita for his kindness and You were a source of strength that we called upon. Our sincere thanks to Lome Brandes at the Cancer Clinic for his efforts to save our as well as the chemo nurses. Thank you to the staff at Riverview Health Centre. Following cremation, a memorial service will be held Tuesday, July 21 at 1:00 p.m. in the Thomson Funeral Chapels 669 Broadway. Interment will follow in Brookside Cemetery. The morning of Mom's death the thunder rumbled loudly, calling us outside, where we found the most beautiful rainbow waiting for us. Together we watched it fade, knowing Mom was telling us she’s fine and all better. "I love you, Mom. You are my best friend. Keep us in your sights, we'll get stronger every day. And we'll keep our memories alive. I promise. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Riverview Palliative Care Unit, 1 Morley Ave. E. Winnipeg. THOMSON FUNERAL CHAPELS. (Winnipeg Free Press, July 20, 1998, p. 26)
Marwin and Janet had the following children:
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648. Living (Winford Sutton Summers , Marjorie Mabel Sutton , William Don , Luman Gilson , John Philpot , Philpot John )
They had the following children:
1290 M i Living
649. Living (Winford Sutton Summers , Marjorie Mabel Sutton , William Don , Luman Gilson , John Philpot , Philpot John )
Living married Raymond Ivan James. Raymond was born about 1941. He died on 18 Jun 2005 in Powassan, Parry Sound - Muskoka, Ont., CAN. Raymond was buried in Powassan Union Cemetery, Powassan, Ont., CAN.
1. Son of
2. Obit: JAMES, Raymond Ivan
Mr. Ray James died peacefully at his Ruth Lake home on Saturday, June 18, 2005 in his 68th year. Ray was the beloved husband of Doris Margaret (Summers), and the loving father of Terry James (wife Gwen) of Calgary. He was the loving grandfather of Michael, Nicholas and Benjamin. Ray was the dear brother of Joyce "Joy" Louste (Ted) of Falconbridge, Ruth Brousseau (Gerry) of Powassan, Howard James (Karen) and Robert James all of Callander. The family will receive visitors at the Paul Funeral Home in Powassan on Tuesday, June 21st from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 pm. The funeral service will be held in the funeral home chapel on Wednesday at 2 pm. Cremation will be followed by interment of ashes at Powassan Union Cemetery. If desired, donations in Ray's memory may be made to the V.O.N. or the Cancer Society. (North Bay Nugget, Jun 20, 2005, p. 10)
Raymond and Doris had the following children:
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650. Roy Wicks Summers (Cedric Roy Summers , Marjorie Mabel Sutton , William Don , Luman Gilson , John Philpot , Philpot John ) was born 1 on 17 Jan 1938 in Trout Creek, Ont., CAN. He died on 30 Nov 2019 in North Bay, Ont., CAN.
1. Found on the Canadian voters Lists: Ontario, 1972, electoral district Nipissing, Town of North Bay, Urban Polling Div. No. 8, p. 3;
Timmins Street; Summers, Roy Wicks, Rd. desg
Timmins Street; Summers, Rosanne2. Ottawa Riverwatcher Roy Summers
Ottawa Riverwatcher Roy Summers lives in North Bay and his family has a camp on the Ottawa River. He has been a major asset to Ottawa Riverkeeper in researching and understanding the potential impacts on the Ottawa River watershed of the proposed Trans Canada Energy East pipeline project.
In 1993, Roy retired from 35 years as a road engineer with Ontario’s Ministry of Transportation, working in the North Eastern region of Ontario. During these years, through his work, and for many years as an avid canoeist, fisherman, hunter and naturalist, he became very familiar with the geography of this part of Ontario, and developed a fascination with its history and its hydrological and geological properties. He loves his city and the beautiful and important bodies of water on which it depends, namely Lake Nipissing and Trout Lake, which provide the city its drinking water.
As a result, Roy is concerned with the proposed Trans Canada Energy East pipeline project announced last summer. This project would see the conversion of approximately 3,000 km of existing pipeline to transport 1.1 million barrels of crude oil – including diluted bitumen – per day, instead of the natural gas it transports currently. The project would also involve the construction of approximately 1,500 km of additional pipeline, ending in New Brunswick. Part of the existing pipeline crosses the Mattawa River at Trout Lake, potentially threatening North Bay’s drinking water supply in the event of a rupture.
Since first learning of the proposed project, Roy has spent many, many hours researching issues related to the project, including gaining a good understanding of the properties of bitumen, namely how it acts in the event of a pipeline rupture and how it acts in water. He has studied matters related to pipeline safety, and how to improve upon its safety, and he has researched different examples of pipeline ruptures in North America over the past number of years.
Mapping the pipeline route
Roy used the mapping skills he learned at work to map out the current pipeline route from Kirkland Lake to the Rideau River, along which section the pipeline closely parallels the Ottawa River, typically within 10 km of the river. His map makes clear the creeks and rivers that are tributaries of the Ottawa River that the pipeline crosses along this route.
Perhaps most importantly, Roy has suggested an alternate route for the segment of pipeline that cuts through North Bay, which would take the pipeline out of the watershed from which the city gets its drinking water.
Mobilizing his community
Not only is he an active Riverwatcher, Roy is a member of the Trout Lake Conservation Association and of the Widdifield Ratepayers’ Association. He has shared his knowledge and concerns with these groups, largely because he learned that people are generally unaware that the pipeline runs right through North Bay, and that people are often unaware of the differences in transporting oil (in particular diluted bitumen) as opposed to natural gas in a pipeline, especially in terms of the potentially damaging consequences of a spill of diluted bitumen.
Roy’s efforts helped to mobilize North Bay city council to become better acquainted with how this project might impact North Bay and to take a position on the pipeline. Since then, the mayor of North Bay created a “Mayor’s working group” to look into shared concerns about the proposed project. The Mayor’s presentation to the OEB consultation group was standing-room only!
We, at Ottawa Riverkeeper, want to thank Roy for all his hard work on the proposed pipeline project. Roy is a great example of a concerned citizen who makes a difference in his community. As a Riverwatcher, he works to help protect, promote and improve the health of the Ottawa River. Our thanks also to Roy’s daughter Catherine who first introduced him to Ottawa Riverkeeper many years ago! (May 13, 2014)3. Obit:
January 17, 1938 to November 30, 2019
Roy was an avid outdoorsman, historian, mentor, student, loving husband, father and G.G, (Grumpy Grandpa).
He met the love of his life, Anne, at a dance in 1957, and the rest as they say is history.
Roy leaves behind his wife, Anne, his children, Cathy (Jean-Pierre Fortin), Erica Weegar (Siggi Taylor), Paul (Tracey Hone); and the grandchildren whom he was very proud of Jessica, Anne-Marie, Claire, Tessa and Rowan. As well as his brother Eric (Elaine) and sister, Jane (Peter Robertson), and many lifelong friends and extended family.
Roy lived a full and active life, and in the last few years he beat a brain aneurysm, the loss of a kidney, cancer and a heart attack, all with grace. He will always be respected for his knowledge of local history, lands and it’s waterways.
A Celebration of Life will be held in the Spring.
The family wishes to thank the nurses and doctors in the Emergency Department, CCU and Unit C1 of the North Eastern Regional Health Services.
In lieu of flowers, donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or the Nipissing Serenity Hospice would be appreciated. Online condolences may be made at www.mcguintyfuneralhome.com
Dad, we wish you calm waters, a good canoe and a strong paddle. You will be missed.
To send flowers to Roy’s family, please visit our floral section.
They had the following children:
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