Susan "Sue" Chance, a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother, passed away unexpectedly on June 25, 2025, following a stroke. She was born Susan Halsey in Davenham, Cheshire, United Kingdom. When Sue was only 13-years old, her mother tragically died. This left her responsible for assisting her father to help manage the family, which included her 8-year old brother and her older brother's baby. ...

Dr. Carolyn Compton, a lifelong educator, passionate mentor, and pioneer in the field of learning disabilities, passed away on May 15, 2025. Her career was dedicated to teaching and advocacy, beginning with a B.A. from Oberlin College, an M.A. from San Francisco State University, and a Ph.D. from Stanford University. She taught in public schools in Ohio and Germany, and held positions at San Franc...

Patrick Dancer, 27, of Woodside, California, died on Tuesday, September 9, 2025, following a motorcycle accident on Highway 280, at 5pm, where he succumbed to his injuries. Born on October 29, 1997, in Redwood City, Patrick spent most of his life in Woodside, where he was known for his adventurous spirit and his love of the outdoors. He was a true thrill-seeker who embraced life fully, whethe...

Carl Frederick Darling went to be with the Lord on July 15th at the age of 74. Carl was born in Redwood City, California, the son of Johanna and Frederick Darling. He cherished his childhood in Redwood City, where he enjoyed playing sports with his brother, Kevin, and spending time with neighborhood friends. He married D’Ann See in 1980, and they settled in Redwood City to raise their family bef...

Aldo Louis Dossola — or “Nonno” to his grandchildren —lived a life defined by gratitude, humility, and devotion to family. Born in Menlo Park in 1933 to Italian immigrants from the Piemonte region, Aldo grew up among orchards and open fields, helping his parents while learning the values of hard work and perseverance that would guide him throughout his life. As a boy, Aldo worked at Duc...

In Loving Memory of Gerald Charles Down - 1933 – 2025 It is with deep love and admiration that we announce the passing of our beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great grandfather Gerald Charles Down (Jerry), who passed away peacefully at the age of 92. Born in Berkeley, California, Jerry grew up in Montclair and began his journey as a spirited young paper boy, already demonstrating th...

Sabra Driscoll died peacefully in her longtime Barron Park home on July 19, 2025. Sabra was born to Rear Admiral Edgar (USN ret.) & Barbara Kranzfelder in Annapolis, Maryland on March 2, 1925. She moved often as a “navy brat” until attending and graduating from Sequoia High School in Redwood City. Sabra then attended Stanford University (class of 1947) where she met John Driscoll (class o...

David Elliott, beloved father, grandfather, and friend passed away peacefully on August 6, 2025. He was born in Los Angeles, California, and his early life revolved around education, photography, and experiencing theater through his mother, Millie, who was a stage actress in Pasadena. After graduating from Stanford University with a B.S. in physics, he completed his PhD in high-energy nuclear phys...

The only child and absolute apple of her parents Virginia and Raymond Engasser’s eye, Pat was raised in Los Angeles and Long Beach, CA. Always the overachiever, she got her first job at age three! A Hollywood agent saw Pat on a street corner and told her mother that the brown-eyed girl had to be in the movies. Known as a child actress who could master her lines and cry on demand, “Patsy Nash...

Richard Enthoven was born in Washington, DC in 1961 to Rosemary and Alain Enthoven. The family moved to Atherton in 1973. Richard graduated from Menlo Atherton High School. In high school, he was a member of the Key Club and the water polo team. He graduated from Stanford University in 1983 where he met Tucker Ford. They married and moved to Dallas. They returned to California to attend the Stanfo...

Judy Diamond Faltz, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on July 22, 2025. She was 87 years old. Judy was born on July 12, 1938, to Edna and George Diamond in Rockford, Illinois. Their home was filled with loving relatives who were always there to lend a hand or share a laugh. She fondly called it a “Leave it to Beaver” home, a place where even a f...

Theda Firschein, gifted writer, librarian, wife, mother, grandmother, and devoted keeper of Yiddish and Jewish literary tradition, passed away on May 18, 2025, at the age of 93. An immensely kind and intelligent woman of quick wit, she loved her husband and best friend, Oscar; revered her grandchildren, Jenny, Ava, and Ariel; and found great strength in her children Joseph and Ben, and daughters-...

Jacqueline Lee Cook was born in San Bruno, CA to parents Opal and Clarence Cook. The family moved to Menlo Park where she attended Menlo Atherton High School. She was involved in the weekly newspaper and yearbook while at M-A. Jackie later married Anthony (Jerry) Angelo whom she had dated since M-A. Jackie and Jerry raised two daughters, Lisa and Amy, in Palo Alto. After divorcing in 1978, Jac...

In Loving Memory of Thomas Milton Gooding October 8, 1936 – May 10, 2025 Thomas Milton Gooding was born on October 8, 1936, in Fresno, California, to Margaret Gast Gooding and Milton Anthony Gooding. Not long after Tom was born, the family moved to Redwood City, California, where he and his older brother George—who preceded him in death—grew up. Tom attended Mt. Carmel Elementar...

Terry L. Griffith August 17, 1943 – August 9, 2025 Terry Griffith passed away on August 9 after a prolonged illness. He was a resident of Menlo Park for 45 years. Terry was born to Joseph and Mary Griffith in Covington, KY, and was raised in Cincinnati, OH. After graduating from high school, where he excelled in football and achieved the rank of Eagle Scout, he enlisted in the Air ...