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Victoria Mary Lee-Ramirez
–Atascadero resident Victoria Mary Lee-Ramirez, 71, passed away at home surrounded by her family. She was born on March 16, 1945 to Antonio and Victoria Gutierrez in Selma, Ca. She was the fourth of five girls; raised to be a hard worker out in the fields, orchards and vineyards of the valley, and loved being outside throughout her life. She graduated from Selma High School in 1963 where she met her one and only true love, Randolph P. Lee. They married Sept 3, 1966 and started a family in Grover Beach in 1969. She enjoyed working in retail, but her focus and calling was to be a mother.
The family moved to Atascadero where she has been a member of St. Williams Catholic Church since 1979. Besides being a devoted mother and housewife, she also volunteered lots of time with various organizations within the church, hospice and community. She was a very compassionate person who loved people. There was always room for one more person at the dinner table, or an extra room for someone who needed a place to stay. She was selfless, and put the needs of others before her own.
She was an avid reader, and passed on the love of reading to others. She also loved music, traveling, and camping. Her world fell apart when she lost her husband to metastatic melanoma in 1995, but she relied on her faith to get her through. She later met and married Frank Ramirez, a widower who had lost his wife to cancer, and she moved to Campbell, Ca. to begin a new life with him. During that time, she loved his children and grandchildren as if they were her own. The two families merged well, and enjoyed spending time together whenever possible.
She stayed busy being involved with St. Lucy’s Catholic Church; all the while maintaining the home and watching the grandchildren while their parents were at work. She loved to landscape and garden, and she had quite a green thumb; she could nurture anything back to life. She loved decorating and having a full house, especially during the holidays.
Once again, it was her faith, which helped her cope when she also lost Frank to cancer, just before their tenth anniversary. She moved back into the family home in Atascadero, and continued traveling. The five sisters planned many trips and getaways together, and she loved their adventures. She traveled to Texas to visit her daughter and grandsons as often as possible. She made many trips to Utah to see her son and granddaughter. Her youngest son and two grandsons now reside in the family home.
She was so graceful with her battle with melanoma, always upbeat and positive. She was beautiful inside and out, and she was the embodiment of love. Jesus was the foundation of her love and dedication to her family. She frequently spoke of Psalms 27:14 “to wait on the Lord” during times of hardship.
She is survived by: her children Valerie, Russ and Ryan Lee and grandchildren; as well as: Victor, Paul and Jason Ramirez and families; and her sisters, who have been a great source of comfort and strength: Graviela Redondo, Nicolasa McCullar, Trini and Mercie Gutierrez and families.
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Brian Myracle.
–Brian Myracle, who loved making others laugh and loved his family above all else, passed away in Atascadero on June 18, 2016 after a short battle with pancreatic cancer. He was 63.
Myracle, of Atascadero, was born in 1953 to Glenn T. and Mabel Myracle, who provided Brian and his two sisters, Laurie and Toli, with an active and loving childhood. Brian, who was born in Orange but grew up in Santa Ana, was athletic and excelled in numerous sports, especially football, which he played from Pop Warner days through college. A 1971 graduate of Santa Ana’s Saddleback High, Brian attended Whittier College and later transferred to Oregon State on a football scholarship.
In 1982 he met and married the love of his life, Anita Robinson Myracle. They enjoyed 33 wonderful years of marriage and raised their son Brennan Myracle in Atascadero.
Brian spent most of his professional career working for Chevron U.S.A., rising to offshore platform operator before his early retirement in 2001. He followed Chevron with posts at several Central Coast firms before his final retirement in 2013.
Brian enjoyed working closely with his dear friends in the Atascadero Kiwanis Club and devoted many volunteer hours in community work, including serving as president in 2009. Personable and always looking for an opportunity to make someone laugh and feel special, Brian was uncanny at remembering everyone’s name.
Brian’s greatest love was his family. To his young grandsons Coen and Hunter Myracle, he was the perfect “Papa.” They will miss Pizza Wednesday and many other fun Papa traditions.
Brian is predeceased by his parents Glenn T. and Mabel Myracle, and an aunt, Georgia Prebble.
Brian is survived by his wife Anita Robinson Myracle; son Brennan Myracle and daughter-in-law Jessica Myracle; two grandsons Coen and Hunter Myracle; sisters Laurie Myracle and Toli Walling, and cousin John Evans along with many nieces and nephews.
In Brian’s honor, the Atascadero Kiwanis Club has established the Brian Myracle Memorial Scholarship Fund. Contributions may be made directly to Atascadero Kiwanis, P.O. Box 370, Atascadero, CA 93422.
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Walter Clarence Bender.
–Walter Clarence Bender, Jr. “Wally” 89 of Paso Robles, passed away Friday, July 8, 2016 succumbing to diabetes. Born Dec. 7, 1926 in Chicago, Illinois, he is survived by daughter Cheryl Jeanne Albertelli (Ray) from marriage to Yvonne, granddaughter Jennifer Rose Ann Johnson, great-granddaughter Presley Monroe, of Atascadero; daughter Heide Lisa Cabrera (Erwin) from second wife Carol Marie (nee Rose Marie Warfel/Arthur), grandsons Brett Tomas, Adam Walter, granddaughters Mariah Ruth, Katie Ann, of Wauconda, IL; daughter-in-law Suzan (Birdsey) Bender, granddaughter Tonya Bender-Mullowney (Lee), great-grandsons Francis Xavier, Phoenix, of Ontario, Canada; Also survived by Carol Marie, step-children Paul Arthur Garmisch, Linda June Kelsall (Steve), Richard Carl (Laura), Peter Charles (Elizabeth), 12 step-grandchildren, 10 step-great-grandchildren. Predeceased by parents Walter Clarence and Eugenia Alexandria (nee Rogers) Bender, first wife Yvonne (nee Conger) Hammerly, son Walter Clarence Bender, Jr., sister Geraldine Susanne Kreutzfeld, one step-granddaughter.
Wally served briefly in the Naval Reserve in 1944, studied Industrial Arts at Arizona State University (Tempe) where he was a member of the Tau Kappa Epsilon Fraternity, and percussionist in the fraternity’s Jazz Jamboree. Wally owned and operated two businesses in his lifetime, Arlington Heights Garden Inc. and A-1 Lock & Key in McHenry, IL. He worked 18 years for the United States Postal Service in Arlington Heights and Crystal Lake, IL, and was a greeter at the YMCA in Aurora, IL before retiring to California.
Over the years he performed percussion and vocals at social events, gardened, travelled across the US and Canada, fished, rode motorcycles, flew as a licensed private pilot, volunteered in the Civil Air Patrol, served as an election judge, collected stamps and coins, and enjoyed fishkeeping. He immersed himself in the Paso Robles community where he participated in veteran and political events. Wally had long-time friendships until the end of his days through his lengthy involvement in online chat groups. He proactively professed his faith in Jesus Christ, and shared life lessons with all.
Donations in his name gratefully accepted by the American Diabetes Association or a charity of your choice. https://donations.diabetes.org/site/Donation2?df_id=18806&18806.donation=form1
“Daddy, ‘Shoe-Sockie’ and ‘Heide Dumple’ will keep you in our hearts, and love you always and forever!”
Arrangements by Cremation Society of Illinois, 773-281-5058 or www.cremation-society.com.
–Nearing his 85th birthday, Paso Robles resident Doug Gilman died June 30, 2016. Born to Kathryn and Ralf Gilman in Glendale, CA, he was proud to be a third generation Californian, a decedent of the Bunker Hill family, and, most of all, proud to be an American. Gilman loved God and spoke to him everyday.
Devoted to his family and friends, Gilman was a true patriot serving in the Air Force during the Korean Conflict. He later served his country greatly as a civilian. Having had an exciting and distinguished career in aerospace, Gilman retired from Martin Marietta in 1993 as Manager of Security, Los Angeles Operations of Denver Space Company. Previous assignments included long-term duties at Vandenberg Air Force Base and Cape Canaveral, Florida. Following retirement he served as a consultant to the Dept. of the Air Force. His work was never an “open book” to anyone.
Gilman was a proud member of the Hoover High School 49ers in Glendale, Calif. He also attended Glendale City College and Pierce College in Canoga Park. Satisfaction of an Assoc. Degree was given him by the Marquardt Corp. Past employers include the California Air National Guard at Van Nuys airport, Nuclear Systems division of the Marquardt Corp, and Lockheed Missiles and Space Systems
The Gilmans found their way to Paso Robles 20 years ago, renewing almost lifetime friendships with the Culvers and Tacys and their families plus making many new friends. Gilman was an avid golfer, enjoyed sailing his Catalina, water skiing, hunting and fishing, snow skiing, tennis, and being Mr. Fixit. He loved the real music of his generation and airplanes, his sports cars, baseball, and of course Vic’s Cafe. Known always for his quick wit, terrible puns and jokes, he lived his life to the end with humor.
Gilman is survived by his wife of 63 years, Jean; daughter and son-in-law, Karla and Roy Howell of Shell Beach; grandson, Troy Howell, his wife, Lindsay, and their 11-month old, Bennie, of Morro Bay; grandson, Daniel Howell of Shell Beach and North Hollywood; sister, Grace Kathryn Wiswell, of San Marcos and her children, Kathryn Jean Sullivan, Paul Douglas Alvarez, and Krista Lynn Seavill; an aunt, Donna Bennett of Billings, MT, (widow of Uncle Rev. Lobell Bennett) her daughters, Dana and Leslie and their families, and sons of deceased uncle, W. Dick Bennett, Lt Cmdr. USN, David, Jim and Tom.
A Celebration of Life will be held Thursday, July 21, at the Paso Robles Golf Club at 2 pm. Rather than flowers, the family would like Gilman honored with a donation to the Pioneer Museum in Paso Robles. Arrangements are under the direction of Kuehl-Nicoaly Funeral Home, Paso Robles.
–Max Marquez Sr., 88, entered into the Kingdom of Heaven on July 3, 2016 while at his home in Paso Robles, surrounded by his loved ones.
Marquez was born on February 21, 1928 in Corcoran, Calif. He was the second oldest of ten children. He was a resident of Paso Robles for nearly seventy-five years. He is a veteran of the Armed Forces in which he served for almost 8 years. In 1945, he joined the Merchant Marines, after serving one year he decided to get out and join the Army National Guard. While in the guard, he served as a tank gunner for Charlie Company 149th Tank Battalion. After six years of service, he received an honorable discharge at which time he started working for Bryan’s Beef, a local slaughter house company. Marquez was able to raise his sons and tend to his family. Nothing was more important to Marquez than his family, and the love that he had for his lord and savior, Jesus Christ.
Pops will be missed but his righteous spirit will live on through his legacy and lifestyle. His 5 oldest grandchildren have and are serving in our U.S. Military because of him.
Marquez is survived by his wife, Mary Alice of almost 65 years, his two sons David (Terri) and Max Marquez Jr., both of Paso Robles, as well as his eight grandchildren, and four great-grandchildren. He is further survived by his brother Manuel, and sisters Margaret, Annabelle, Eva and Aurora, as well as many nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends.
Marcia Pierce Neville.
–Marcia Pierce Neville, a loving wife, mother and grandmother passed away peacefully in her sleep at 71 years of age. She was longtime resident of Paso Robles.
Neville was a vibrant woman whose fun-loving attitude endeared her to people in virtually every place she visited. Her sense of joy was contagious.
She was born in Glendale, California in 1945 and grew up in nearby San Marino. She met her husband of 49 years, Maurice F. Neville on the University of the Seven Seas, a college program on a student ship. Together they ran an antiquarian bookstore in Santa Barbara for almost 20 years. Marcia was involved with various charities and was active member of the board of The Crane School in Montecito for many years. The couple retired to Paso Robles in 1998.
In addition to her husband, she is survived by her children Morgan Neville, a documentary filmmaker, and Megan Goodwin, a scientist, and five grandchildren.
In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to The American Heart Association or The Surfrider Foundation. For more information about memorial arrangements visit: marcianeville.wordpress.com.
–Missy Passineau Grogg was born on Oct. 15, 1969. She was raised and lived here in Paso Robles. She died unexpectedly, and with no known cause, on June 29, 2016 in her home of two years in Bonham, Texas.
She is survived by her children who love and miss her so much, Angelina Barnes (27), Stephanie Vaughan (25), and Riley Grogg (16).
Grogg was well known in the area as a giving and caring woman. From the children she lived her whole life for, to her community where she spent her time giving whatever she could, all that knew her knew what a wonderful, loving and proud mother and friend she was.
Grogg is missed and loved. Any who wish to help her children with the costs of final expenses and caring for her now that she is gone can go to their gofundme page at https://www.gofundme.com/2c4rdnw.
Dr. Gordon “Buz” Slayton Hamblin, Jr., passed away suddenly from a heart attack on July 21, 2016 in Arroyo Grande.
Buz was a longtime resident of the Central Coast and most recently living in Arroyo Grande. He was born March 5, 1948 in Lewiston, Maine, the son of the late Gordon S. Hamblin, Sr. and Norinne A. (Paul) Hamblin.
Gordon “Buz” Slayton Hamblin
Buz lived in Auburn, Maine with his family until December, 1953 when the family moved with four children driving all the way to California where he resided the rest of his life. Buz went to Monte Vista school in Montclair, CA through 4th grade and then moved to Claremont and attended Oakmont, El Roble and graduated from Claremont High School, Class of 1966. Buz always loved school and truly loved his high school, remaining friends with most of his classmates until the time he passed. He missed attending his 50th High School Reunion by days.
After graduating from high school Buz received a football scholarship from Berkeley and played for the Cal Bear’s which as a team he was always faithful to continue cheering for them. He graduated from Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo and went on to the California School of Podiatry in San Francisco.
Buz became a podiatrist and had his practice in Atascadero and Morro Bay. He also did podiatry care for the patients at Atascadero State hospital. Buz’s patients not only valued him as a doctor but also a friend and many generations of patients came in to see Dr. Buz.
In 1969 he married his high school sweetheart, Karen Platt and they had two children, K.C. and Katie Hamblin (Hayward) of Templeton who he adored and loved with all his heart. He enjoyed being at their school activities, playing sports, dance recitals, etc, and doing activities such as riding bikes, hiking, going to the beach and picnics in the park. He then became Papa Bee to his first grandchild, KC and (Brandi)’s daughter, Kayla Jean. What a beautiful gift she was to the family and he was so proud of all of her accomplishments.
In April, 2011 Buz married Jill May and became the step-father to Julie, Jessica and Katy and step-grandfather (Papa Bee) to 4 grandkids Dani, Trent, Reed and Isaac. They all loved him dearly and he loved them right back. They spent so many great times as a family during the holiday’s, birthday celebrations, trips to Big Bear and time in Disneyland. Buz and Jill loved their time going to Hawaii each year and enjoying walks on the beach.
Buz is survived by his wife, Jill (May) Hamblin, his son K.C. and wife Brandi of Atascadero, daughter Katie (Hamblin) Hayward and husband Tyson of Templeton, Ca, his step-daughters Julie Gilmer and husband Barry of Apple Valley, CA, Jessica Sturdy and husband Luke of La Verne, CA and Katy May of Los Osos, CA His granddaughter, Kayla at UCLA, and step-grandchildren, Dani Love and Trent Sturdy of La Verne, and Reed and Isaac Gilmer of Apple Valley. He also leaves behind his brother Graig Hamblin in Cebu, Philippines, and sister
Tobey (Hamblin) Leier and husband Patrick of Claremont, CA, and nieces Dana (Leier) Stenvick, Angela (Leier) Ross and their families, and step-mom Judith Hamblin and nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
A celebration of life will take place on Saturday September 10, 2016 at 2:00 pm at 345 Sunrise Terrace Dr. Arroyo Grande, CA. 93420.
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Robert “Bob” John Bagby.
–Robert “Bob” John Bagby passed away August 11, 2016. He was born in 1933 in Chihuahua, Chihuahua, Mexico to pioneer parents William C. and Hope Stewart Bagby. Bob followed his father’s lead of honesty, integrity and being a true friend. Memorial services will be held at Atascadero Bible Church, 6225 W Mall, in Atascadero, on Saturday, Aug. 20 at 10 a.m.
Bob attended Allen Military Academy, San Luis Obispo High School – class of ’51, and Cal Poly San Luis Obispo majoring in Animal Husbandry. He was a cattle rancher, fencing contractor and legendary water witcher. He loved fishing with his sons and friends. Bob is survived by his loving wife of 61 years, Patricia “Pat.” Bob passed on the meaning of honesty, integrity and friendship to his children: Karen, Cindy (spouse Craig), Mark (spouse Randy), and Robby(spouse Lori). Grandchildren: Elise, Emily, Hannah and William Peltzer, Bayley Bagby, Tracy Titus (spouse Zach), and Max Bagby. Great-grandchildren: Rian, Leah, Quint Titus, and several nieces and nephews. Bob was preceded in death by his parents, brothers Stewart, Dick and Alan (Chappy) Bagby, and grandson Jake Gearhart.
The family has requested that in lieu of flowers, donations be made to Camp del Corazon (campdelcorazon.org) or your favorite charity.
John Andre Noel Dallons, 89, passed away peacefully at home August 16, surrounded by family.
He was born in Los Angeles on Christmas Day, thus he was given the additional name Noel. John graduated from Fairfax High School and immediately joined the U.S. Navy. After the end of World War II, he attended Los Angeles City College, graduated from Bakersfield City College and attended USC. During high school, he did the sound work for school dances. He also repaired TV’s for spending money. He worked at Hughes Aircraft Co. as an engineering lab technician.
John Dallons
Later John bought a few tools from his father’s garage and started a one-man shop repairing blueprint lamps. This company, now called Western Quartz Products, Inc. moved to Paso Robles in 1965. The company now manufactures high intensity quartz lamps which are sold in many parts of the world. The company is now owed by his son Jon Dallons and daughter Katy Wetterstrand.
John was an avid race fan. In his younger years he was a member of a race team that went all over the southwest racing every weekend. John always had a hot car; he never gave up his need for speed. The last car he bought was a Corvette ZR1 which he and his wife Berna picked up at the factory in Kentucky and drove back to Paso Robles.
John did sound work for many of the performers at the Mid-State Fair and some of the stars hired him to do other concerts where they performed. He passed on to his sons his abilities in sound systems, racing, electronics and ham radio. He got his ham license as a young boy and remained an active ham his entire life. He built and operated two radio repeaters which are still active.
John and Berna traveled the world, first building more customers for their business and later for fun. They went around the world twice and also traveled to many different countries independently.
John leaves behind his beloved wife Berna, four children; Jon, Jerry, Jeannie Sigafoos and Katy Wetterstrand, nine grandchildren and four great-grandchildren, his sister Suzanne and many nieces and nephews.
According to his wishes, a private spreading of his ashes was held at his home on Santa Rosa Creek Road and a memorial with some of his family and closest friends. In lieu of flowers a donation may be made to Cuesta College Foundation marked for North County Campus.
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Curtis Dean Mortenson.
–Curtis Dean Mortenson, age 56, from Atascadero, passed away peacefully on Friday, Sept. 9, 2016 in Palo Alto, following a short battle with Leukemia. Curtis was surrounded by his family during his final moments.
Curtis was born in Oxnard, to Rodney and Lois (Stevens) Mortenson on Oct. 9, 1959. Curtis married his best friend and love of his life, Tina (Schramm) Mortenson in Mammoth Lakes, on Jan. 10, 1983. Curtis and Tina moved to the Central Coast in 1983 from Southern California. Curtis owned and operated Turn-Key Real Estate Management and San Luis Property Management. He was an active member with Paso Robles Rotary Club and a member of the Paso Robles Pickleball Club.
Curtis loved the life he lived and lived the life he loved, and he loved the outdoors; hiking, biking, backpacking, camping, motor homing, etc. His favorite place was the Sierra Nevadas where he created countless memories in Mammoth Lakes and Yosemite, summited Mt. Whitney on several occasions and hiked the John Muir Trail. In 2015, Curtis and Tina took a trip of a lifetime to South America, visiting Brazil, Peru and Argentina.
He will be terribly missed by all who knew him. He was a very kind, generous and loving father, husband and friend. Curtis is survived by his wife Tina, son Matt Mortenson (Arielle), daughter Nikki Chatham (Matthew), two step-grandchildren Valen and Eden and two unborn grandchildren, Peanut and Kiwi, of Templeton, CA. He is also survived by his brother Herb Mortenson (Vicky) of Santa Paula, CA and his sisters, Charlene Warinner (Lon) of Santa Paula, CA and Samantha Tucker (John) of Camarillo, CA.
Donations can be made in his memory to John Muir Trust (johnmuirtrust.org).
–Ole Viborg died peacefully with his family by his side on Thursday, Sept. 22, 2016. Ole was born in the rural town of Dybe, Denmark on October 24, 1931 to Paul and Marie Viborg. He grew up on a small family farm milking dairy cows, feeding pigs and tending the farm a few miles from the North Sea. Ole survived a harsh WWII as a boy, and then set his sights on America. With just a small suitcase to his name he sailed into Ellis Island, New York. Ole worked hard to buy his first car and began working his way west, first to Solvang, California and then onto Paso Robles, where he met the love of his life Sandra Woodland at a Grange Hall Dance in Atascadero.
Ole and Sandy Viborg were married for 57 years, raised a family and lived here in Paso Robles for the remainder of his life. Ole’s work visa only allowed him to stay in the United States for a set period of time. He then had to leave the country for two years before he could become a US Citizen, which he did in 1963. Ole was extremely proud of becoming an American and always said the “Pledge of Allegiance” louder than anyone in the room. Ole lived the “American Dream” right down to the cowboy boots he wore every day.
In 1967 he started his paving business, Ole Viborg Inc., after learning the construction trade while living in Canada for the two years he was out of the country. Ole worked in the North County for almost 50 years. Hundreds, if not thousands, of driveways in our area bear his mark. The Viborg name is synonymous with the color of Caterpillar Yellow, which every piece of his equipment was painted. Ole had ventures in all areas of business. Ole was one of the founding Board Members of Heritage Oaks Bank, contributing greatly to its early success and the bank as we know it today. He also partnered with a few local Paso Robles residents, and they founded the “Saint Springs Bottle Water Company” in Saint Petersburg, Russia at the break out of the Soviet Union. This group partnered with the Russian Orthodox Church, and they produced millions of bottles of water before selling the company.
Our community was blessed by Ole’s spirit and generosity. There was not a community project in the Paso Robles area that he did not have his hands in, one way or another. He loved Paso Robles and always said that the town and people had been good to him, and he wanted to give back. His name will always be remembered as a pillar of our community both as a supporter and leader. Ole was a proud member of the Paso Robles Lions Club, receiving numerous Awards and Citations for his years of service. Ole was a long standing member of the Paso Robles Elks Lodge, The Paso Robles Chamber of Commerce Citizen of the Year, and the Pioneer Day Marshal in 2014. Ole received the Boy Scouts of America Distinguished Citizen Award, the highest award in the nation bestowed on a supporter and the BSA Silver Beaver Award. Ole was also a lifetime member of the Paso Robles Trail Riders, and was the Templeton 4th of July Parade Marshal. Ole and Sandy have been huge supporters of our local 4-H and FFA groups. Ole never missed a livestock auction, and helped put many kids through college with his purchases at the fair each year. Sandy and Ole were long time supporters of the North County Boys and Girls Club. Many people in our community will remember that TEF, Templeton Education Foundation, hosted their annual fundraiser, Denim & Diamonds, at the Viborg Ranch on El Pomar. At the height of TEF history, the event served over 1,200 dinners and was one the most memorable and talked about events of the year. Ole and Sandy were very gracious hosts and the schools in Templeton will always be grateful for their support.
Ole purchased the “Circle V” Ranch in San Ardo, located in Southern Monterey County in 1987. It was originally called the Paris Valley Ranch. He restored the old adobe house that was built in 1842, and the ranch hand bunk rooms on the site as well. He, Sandy and all of the Viborg Family enjoyed the ranch and its’ many amenities. Ole loved this ranch, and in the latter years of his life, spent many days checking the cattle water troughs and grading the ranch roads. Ole wanted to ensure that the ranch’s legacy would be kept for all to enjoy. This year, the ranch was highlighted in the Paso Robles Chamber of Commerce’s Ag Tour, and over 400 people were able to walk the ranch and enjoy its beauty and rich history.
Ole is survived by his wife Sandra Jean Viborg, son Paul and wife Debbie, grandchildren Daniika and Ole, and his daughter Katrina (Viborg) Davis and husband Scott, and grandchildren Karalena and Kassandra.
Graveside Services will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, October 1, 2016 at the Paso Robles District Cemetery. Reception to follow at the Paso Robles Elks Lodge at Noon.
In lieu of flowers, the Viborg family asks that a donation be made to Ole’s latest project, the new Troop 60 Boy Scout House being built at 23rd St. and Oak St. in Paso Robles, or The North County Boys and Girls Club in Paso Robles.
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