With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Rosemary V. Alguard, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and aunt, who was taken from us sooner than hoped on July 4th, 2024 at the age of 79. She passed peacefully in her sleep at her home in Palo Alto with her husband, Mark, and dog, Jack-O, by her side. She brought immeasurable joy, love, and light into our lives with her kind heart, beautifu...

Susan Margaret Anderes, a woman who balanced a career, family, and a variety of interests with grace and a touch of humor, passed away at age 70 after a six-year battle with cancer. Born in San Francisco in 1954 to Patricia and Harold “Andy” Anderes, Susan’s life was a blend of dedication, adventure, and occasional misadventure. She was the eldest of five children. Her father was a professio...

Bonnie B. Anderson passed away peacefully on May 30, 2024, surrounded by family in Orange, California. Known for her warm smile and welcoming spirit, Bonnie dedicated her life to service, creativity, and humor. An avid quilter, swimmer, gardener, and baker, she was always thinking of new ways to bring people together—whether through her cookie parties or her unforgettable 60th birthday “prom.�...

Forrest Anderson died peacefully at his home on Friday, August 16 at the age of 92. A fourth-generation San Francisco native, he attended Town School, Lowell High School, Dartmouth College, and the UC Berkeley College of Engineering. After graduating from Officer Candidate School in the Army Corps of Engineers in 1954, Forrest married Alice Charleston, also a native San Franciscan. The young co...

Marianne Lore Kohn Arnstein, a long time Atherton resident and community leader, died on June 30, 2024, at the age of 96. She died peacefully at home, made possible with loving support from her expert team of caregivers She was born in Nuremburg, Germany in 1927 to parents Robert and Hannah Kohn. Along with her brother George, she and her family left Nazi Germany, arriving in New York City on T...

Florence (Flo) Barr, a long time Menlo Park resident, passed away on August 1 2024 at the age of 94. She died peacefully at home, having been visited by close friends and family members. In Flo’s final years, she was surrounded by a team of loving caregivers, which allowed her to stay in her beloved home. Flo was born in San Francisco in April of 1930, and was the first member of her Polis...

James Nickolas Bartosh left this world on Sept 8, 2024 in San Jose, after suffering from dementia. He was born in Chicago into a family of Russian heritage. He attended Chicago City College and studied chemistry. From there his family moved to Oklahoma, and then ultimately to Palo Alto. He served the community for thirty years as a clerk at Walgreen’s in downtown Palo Alto and then at the ...

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Lawrence Vincent Basso, Jr. who left us on November 4, 2024. Larry was born on January 9, 1936, to Lena and Lawrence Basso in San Francisco's Marina District. Inspired by his brother Richard's struggles with a severe heart condition, Larry dedicated his life to making a difference in the lives of others. His passion for learning and hel...

Barbara Metzger Baxter was born in San Francisco, CA, on November 5, 1929 to Colonel Samuel Metzger and Lucille Spaulding Metzger. She died at home in Menlo Park, California, on May 25, 2024. Barbara graduated from Stanford University in 1951 where she studied hard, swam fast, and stayed up late working as an editor for the Stanford Daily. She was an active alumni member and Stanford sports f...

Howard Peter Berger passed away peacefully in Auburn, CA on August 6, 2024, at the age of 96. He was born in Lewiston, Idaho, the son of Howard J. and Thora D. (Wang) Berger. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 63 years, Mary, and a son, Scott. He is survived by his children Patricia, Rosemary, Michael, Kelly, and Karsten, a dozen grandchildren, and numerous great- and great-great gr...

PATRICIA M BLATT FEB 19, 1929–JUNE 6, 2024 Patricia M Blatt passed away peacefully June 6th 2024, at her assisted living home, The Enclave, in Gilbert AZ. Born to parents Joseph L Pattisson and Norma Pattisson (Canepa), in San Francisco CA, Patt, (with 2 Ts) as she preferred to be known, attended school and grew up in San Francisco along with her brother Joseph L Pattisson Jr. Patt was an ...

Laurence Jay Blickman, Resident of Atherton Laurence Jay Blickman, fondly remembered as the CEO of BT Commercial Real Estate, passed away peacefully at his home on Monday, June 17th, 2024, at the age of 71. Laurence worked his way through Cal Berkeley as a cook and car salesman, earning a bachelor's degree in Business. This led him to start his own company, BT Commercial Real Estate, at a yo...

St. George, Utah – Verda M. Cardwell, 103, entered eternal life on June 10, 2024. She was born on March 30, 1921, in Crofton, Nebraska to Joseph and Cecilia Schrempp Lange. She was the first of five children. Verda graduated from Crofton High School and from the University of Nebraska in Lincoln. She began a teaching career of many years, beginning in rural schools. Later she taug...

Our beloved Myrtle C Carey, wife, mother, friend, mother-in-law, companion, grandmother, aunt, great-aunt and great-grandmother, passed away on July 11 at home in Ladera at age 97. She was surrounded by her five children, their spouses, several grandchildren and close friends. A celebration of her life will be held at Ladera Community Church, 3300 Alpine Road, Portola Valley on August 31, 2024 at ...

Native San Franciscan, City guy, old bon vivant, raconteur, 72-years and 3rd generation member of Olympic Club, member La Ligue Henri IV, ad man 40+ years at Y&R and Grey, many fine awards recipient: Clio Awards and Who’s Who in America. Founder of Montgomery motorcycle riders, sportsman, softball and rugby leaguer, creator of wonderful campaigns and events. Great storyteller Brillian...

Katherine (Kate) L. Chesley, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully in Palo Alto, CA, on October 25, 2024, at the age of 66, after a courageous six-year battle with metastatic breast cancer. Born in Barre, VT, to Thomas and Mildred Chesley, Kate grew up in Rutland, VT, where she developed a love for storytelling that would shape her life. She graduated from the Un...