Nina Beth Natelson, 77, an American-born animal welfare pioneer whose work transformed the treatment of animals in Israel, passed away on April 1, 2026. Born on November 12, 1948, in Brooklyn, NY to Samuel and Ethel Doris (Nathan) Natelson, Nina earned a Bachelor’s degree in French and German from New York University, followed by postgraduate studies at NYU and George...
Delores Jean Burling, age 93, of Arlington Heights, Illinois, passed away peacefully on April 1, 2026. Born on June 12, 1932, in Elgin, Illinois, she lived a life defined by faith and family. Delores was a beloved mom and grandmother. She adored her family and devoted her life to supporting them throughout every stage of life. She was at every...
Richard Lee Arnold, affectionately known as "Big Dick," passed away on April 1, 2026, in Maricopa, Arizona, at the age of 81. Born on February 28, 1945, in Moline, Illinois, to Oren and Irene Arnold, Richard lived a life marked by hard work, devotion to family, and a passion for racing. A graduate of Moline High School in 1963, Richard...
Joseph J. Kubik, 91, of Chester, CT, passed away peacefully with his family by his side on Tuesday, March 31, 2026. Born in 1935 in Dupont, Pennsylvania, Joseph was the youngest of seven children born to Pauline and Walter Kubik. Raised in a hardworking Polish immigrant coal-mining family, Joe learned early the values of dedication, resilience, and faith ... qualities...
"UNCLE CHUCK racing away!" That was the call at Los Alamitos Race Track on July 4, 2020, when the thoroughbred named after Charles Pegram won the Los Alamitos Derby. It was a proud moment for this avid sports fan and long-time California resident, who passed peacefully on March 31, 2026, in Rossmoor. Charles Pegram was born to James and Nellie...
Marjorie was born on September 11, 1926, to Robert and Marjorie Carr Jamison. She died on March 31, 2026, at the age of 99. She grew up in Cleveland, Ohio and lived there until her marriage. She graduated from Laurel School in Cleveland, going on to Smith College where she graduated in 1948 with a degree in Architecture and Landscape...
Hilda Strider Smith, a devoted mother, pioneering entrepreneur, and lifelong Bridge enthusiast, passed away peacefully on March 31st at the age of 85. Born in 1941, Hilda lived a life defined by her commitment to her family, enduring friendships and boundless energy. Hilda was a trailblazer in her community. Alongside her mother, Zada, and her sister, Phyllis, she co-founded Pleasingly...
Robert Lee MacDonald was born on May 8th, 1929, in Detroit, Michigan, to Helen and Carl MacDonald. Bob was a loving husband of 57 years to Shirley (née Parker), the father of Douglas and Bruce (Colleen), Gramps to Ryan (Melissa), Matthew (Trudy), Patrick, and Meghan (Kory), and proud “Papa Mac” to Colton, Faith, Myles, and Paisley. He was a dear,...
Raymond W Burbine, of Moosup CT passed away March 31, 2026, just shy if his 90th birthday in July. Ray was known for his kind soul and his story telling, always keeping everyone entertained. Ray was married to his wife, Roberta, for 57 yrs before her passing in 2021. He was proud of his family, his daughters Laura (Clay) Bunn...
Belva Louise Clamp Jackson, 77, of Sebring, Florida, passed away peacefully on March 31, 2026. Born on September 13, 1948, in Timmonsville, South Carolina, she was the cherished daughter of Lafaye and Margaret Clamp. Belva grew up on the family farm in Timmonsville, where her early years were filled with the values of hard work and close-knit family bonds. She...