All Obituaries

Sean Robert Canon Greenbrae, CA Feb 28, 1974 – March 17, 2024 Loving father, very much beloved son, brother, husband, friend, coach, volunteer, and monumental leader of the Southern Marin Broncos youth football program, the Ross Valley Little League, and Idex Global Services, passed away in the early hours of Sunday, March 17. Sean is survived by his wife, Kari, his two sons, Cooper and Jasper, his parents, Ted and Jan, his brother James, and a multitude of other family members and...

Catherine Ann Cortez (February 13, 1953 to March 12, 2024) Catherine Ann Cortez, age 71, of Tiburon, CA, passed away in her home on March 12, 2024. She was known as Cathy to her parents and siblings and as Cortez to her extended family and friends.  Cathy was preceded in death by her parents and her sister Patricia.  She is survived by her Aunt Catherine Barri; siblings Mary Anne Cortez (William Price), Carolyn Cortez Slowikowski (Daniel), and Christopher Robert Cortez (Tamera);...

John Henry Kruse Hirshfeld, Jr., known affectionately as Jack or Jackie, passed away at the age of 95 on March 9, 2024, surrounded by loved ones at home in San Rafael. Jack was a lifelong Bay Area resident and a cherished friend to many. Born on July 13, 1928, in San Francisco to the late John Henry Kruse, Sr. and Amelia Dorothy Arietta. Jack grew up in San Francisco alongside his sister, Valerie Jeanne Hirshfeld Dickinson, and his first cousin, Ella Frances Aiello, who was born in the same...

Alan H. Bowker, beloved husband, father and brother, died at home in San Anselmo on March 8, 2024 after a courageous struggle with cancer.     Alan was passionate about travel photography, railroads, ham radio, computers, music, and above all, people.  He especially enjoyed spending time with daughter Kate Delaney and her husband Daniel Beard and their children Henry, Nick and Susannah  (Ann Arbor, MI). He never lost his optimism and joy in life. Born in Washington...

Lisa Uyder, 59, of Novato, California, passed away on Thursday, March 7th, 2024, from complications of a hiatal hernia.   Lisa was born on April 20th, 1964, to Dwight and Karen Kirchner, in Wayne, Nebraska. After Lisa graduated high school, she went on to enter the Army, where she served our country from 1983 to 1986.   After completing her service, she started her career in Insurance and Hospice care.   In 1983, Lisa met Michael Whittaker while serving in the Army at the NATO...

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Helen Jane Honsa, our beloved mother, grandmother and friend. Helen was born in Alliance Ohio on January 16 1928 to William and Verna Burkhart, and left us peacefully in San Rafael California on March 1 2024. In addition to being an accomplished businesswoman who operated a beauty salon with distinction for over 40 years, Helen was also a loving and devoted mother to six children: Diane Wright, William Honsa,  David...

Julie (Leonardi) Isetta passed away peacefully on February 29th, surrounded by her loving family. Her passing was quick, and she left behind heartbroken family and friends. Julie was raised in San Rafael by her parents, Raymond and Marie Leonardi with her sister Joyce. Being a part of a big Italian family, she grew up surrounded by her grandparents, aunts, uncles, and cousins, all who lived within a few blocks of her. Julie attended Saint Raphael School, Marin Catholic High School, and...

Mary Ann Haeuser (nee Ehrhardt) died on Friday, February 16, 2024 in the presence of John Haeuser, her husband of 59 years, Ingrid Klansek, her friend of 43 years, and Nancy Toney, her neighbor of 52 years.  Born in New Jersey, she moved reluctantly to California, landing eventually on Laurel Place, from which she declared she would not move until she was taken out feet first. Mary Ann earned degrees from Trinity College (B.A.), Creighton University (B.S.N.), UC San Francisco (MSN),...

Jan Lind Farnsworth January 6, 1940 – February 14, 2024 Jan L. Farnsworth was born and raised in San Rafael to Earl and Elvira Farnsworth. He attended both Drake and San Rafael High Schools before attending the College of Marin. In 1958 he enrolled in the Marine Corps Reserves for eight years serving his country. During the 1960’s, Jan and his best friend Bronte Reynolds co-owned the “Lands End Pub” and restaurant in San Francisco. They served “fish &...

Sr. Joanne Cullimore, OP March 15, 1931 — February 13, 2024 Sister Joanne Cullimore, a Dominican Sister of San Rafael for 69 years, died peacefully on February 13, 2024 surrounded by her Dominican Sisters. A gifted story-teller in both word and visual art with a keen sense of and appreciation for color and light, Sr. Joanne led a rich and colorful life. Much like the landscapes she would often paint to savor a moment or remember a vista, Sr. Joanne’s life and experiences with...