Margaret Wescott Crippen
Bruce Mace MacDonald was born August 27, 1914, in Tonopah, Nye Co., NV, and died February 11, 1976, in La Crescenta, Los Angeles Co., CA, at age 63. Buried in Smith Mountain Cemetery, Dinuba, Tulare Co., CA. He is the son of Rory Quien MacDonald of Blues Mills, Cape Breton Island, Nova Scotia, Canada, and Laura A. Townsend of Utah.
Margaret Wescott Crippen was born July 15, 1913, in Toledo, Tama Co., IA, and died November 18, 2011, in Glendale, Los Angeles Co., CA, at age 98. Buried in Grandview Memorial Park and Crematory, Glendale, Los Angeles Co., CA. She is the daughter of William Winfield Crippen of Washta, Grand Meadow Twp., Cherokee Co., IA, and Ethel Abbey Wescott of Vienna Twp., Marshall Co., IA.
Bruce Mace MacDonald (age 22), a bachelor, and Margaret Wescott Crippen (age 23), a maiden, were married January 29, 1937, at the Church of the Lighted Window of La Canada, La Canada, Los Angeles Co., CA.
Bruce Mace MacDonald and Margaret Wescott (Crippen) MacDonald had no children.
Bruce Mace MacDonald and Margaret Wescott (Crippen) MacDonald were divorced about 1950 in California.
Bruce Mace MacDonald then married Phyllis Jeanne Popelka.
Phyllis Jeanne Popelka was born February 27, 1925, in Orosi, Tulare Co., CA, and died August 14, 2016, in La Crescenta, Los Angeles Co., CA, at age 91. Buried in Smith Mountain Cemetery, Dinuba, Tulare Co., CA. She is the daughter of Frank Popelka, and Norma Unknown.
Bruce Mace MacDonald (age 31), a divorcee, and Phyllis Jeanne Popelka (age 21), a maiden, were married March, 1946, in Unknown.
Bruce Mace MacDonald and Phyllis Jeanne (Popelka) MacDonald had two children:
Margaret Wescott (Crippen) MacDonald then married Leonard Harold Wurtz.
Leonard Harold Wurtz was born August 14, 1908, on Geiger Road, Winsor Twp., Pigeon Co., MI, and died February 7, 1976, in La Crescenta, Los Angeles Co., CA, at age 67. Buried in Grandview Memorial Park and Crematory, Glendale, Los Angeles Co., CA. He is the son of Jacob Michael Wurtz of Stephen Twp., Huron Co., Ontario, Canada, and Johanna Mellick of Hay Twp., Huron Co., Ontario, Canada..
Leonard Harold Wurtz, a divorcee, and Margaret Wescott (Crippen) MacDonald, a divorcee, were married about 1949, in California.
Leonard Harold Wurtz and Margaret Wescott (Crippen) (MacDonald) Wurtz had two children:
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Leonard Harold Wurtz is buried in Grandview Memorial Park and Crematory, Glendale, Los Angeles Co., CA. Thanks to Find-A-Grave for making this image available.
Charles William Crippen is entombed in Grandview Mausoleum, Grandview Memorial Park, Glendale, Los Angeles Co., CA. Thanks to Find-A-Grave for making this image available.
William Winfield Crippen is entombed in Grandview Mausoleum, Grandview Memorial Park, Glendale, Los Angeles Co., CA. Thanks to Find-A-Grave for making this image available.
William Winfield Crippen Jr. is buried in Wildomar Cemetery, Wildomar, Riverside Co., CA. Thanks to Find-A-Grave and Grand View Volunteers for making this image available.
Lovina "Louisa" (Abbey) Wescott, about 1900, Tama Co., IA. Thanks to Stan Crippen for making this picture available.
Leonard Harold Wurtz was born August 14, 1908, on Geiger Road, Winsor Twp., Pigeon Co., MI.
William Winfield Crippen (age 24), a bachelor, and Ethel Abbey Wescott (age 21), a maiden, were married September 23, 1908, in Toledo, Tama Co., IA.
William Winfield Crippen and Ethel Abbey Wescott Marriage Record.
The 1910 U. S. Census taken on April 28, 1910 shows Harvey H. Wescott (age 75) born in New York to New York-born parents has his Own Income and owns his own house and lives on College Ave. in the 1st Ward, City of Tama, Tama Co., IA. Living with him is his wife of 37 years, Lovina Wescott (age 52) born in Wisconsin to Canadian and New York-born parents, with the only child born to her still living.
The 1910 U. S. Census taken on April 19, 1910, shows W. W. Crippen (age 25) born in Iowa to Illinois and Iowa-born parents and in his first marriage is an Undertaker at a Furniture Store who owns his house free of a mortgage and is living in the Town of , Palo Alto Co., IA. Living with him is his childless wife of 1 year, Ethel Crippen (age 23) born in Iowa to New York and Wisconsin-born parents, and in her first marriage.
Margaret Wescott Crippen was born July 15, 1913, in Toledo, Tama Co., IA.
Margaret Wescott Crippen, and Harvey Hunt Wescott, about August, 1913, in Tama Co., IA. Thanks to Stan Crippen for making this picture available.
Lovina "Louisa" (Abbey) Wescott, and Margaret Wescott Crippen, about August, 1913, in Tama Co., IA. Thanks to Stan Crippen for making this picture available.
Bruce Mace MacDonald was born August 27, 1914, in Tonopah, Nye Co., NV.
The 1915 Iowa State Census shows Lovina Wescott (age 57) born in Wisconsin to Canadian and New York-born parents and having lived in Iowa for 40 years is a married House Wife is living in the 3rd Ward, Toledo, Toledo Twp., Tama Co., IA. Harvey does not appear to be living there.
Clockwise from the left: William Winfield Crippen, Ethel Abbey (Wescott) Crippen, Margaret Wescott Crippen, and William Winfield Crippen Jr. Looking on the right are Lovina "Louisa" (Abbey) Wescott, and Harvey Hunt Wescott. Picture taken about October, 1916, in Tama Co., IA. Thanks to Stan Crippen for making this picture available.
The WWI Draft Registration Report dated September 12, 1918, shows William Winfield Crippen, born December 26, 1884, is employed with Furniture and Undertaking, is married, and living at 621 N. 4th St. E, Newton, Jasper Co., IA.
Harvey Hunt Wescott died February 15, 1918, in Newton, Jasper Co., IA, at age 82. Buried in Badger Hill Cemetery, Spring Hill Twp., Tama Co., IA.
The 1920 U. S. Census taken on January 3, 1920, shows Lovina Wescott (age 62) is a widow living at 2915 Fourth Avenue, Los Angeles, Los Angeles Co., CA. She was living with her daughter and son-in-law. Lovina was born in Wisconsin to a Canadian father and New York mother. The head of household is William W. Crippen (age 35) an undertaker born in Iowa to Illinois and Iowa parents. His wife is Ethel W. Crippen (age 32) born in Iowa to New York and Wisconsin parents. Also there is their daughter Margaret Crippen (age 6) and son William (age 3 4/12), both born in Iowa. A lodger and four boarders also live there.
Margaret Wescott Crippen, about 1920, California. Thanks to Stan Crippen for making this picture available.
The 1924 Los Angeles County Voter Registration List shows Mrs. Lovina Wescott is a Republican Housekeeper living at 2722 24th Avenue, Los Angeles Co., CA.
The 1924 Los Angeles County Voter Registration List shows Charles W. Crippen (Retired), Mrs. Ethel W. Crippen (Rltr), and William W. Crippen (Undrtkr) are all Republicans and are living at living at 2722 24th Avenue, Los Angeles Co., CA.
Margaret Wescott Crippen, and William Winfield Crippen Jr., about 1925, California. Thanks to Stan Crippen for making this picture available.
Phyllis Jeanne Popelka was born February 27, 1925, in Orosi, Tulare Co., CA.
The 1926 Los Angeles County Voter Registration List shows Mrs. Ethel W. Crippen (Rl Estt), and William W. Crippen (Undrtkr) are all Republicans and are living at living at 2722 Harcourt Avenue, Los Angeles Co., CA.
The 1928 Los Angeles County Voter Registration List shows Mrs. Lovina Wescott is a Republican Housewife living at 2904 Honolulu Avenue, Los Angeles Co., CA.
The 1928 Los Angeles County Voter Registration List shows Charles W. Crippen (Retired), Mrs. Ethel W. Crippen (Housewife), and William W. Crippen (Undrtkr) are all Republicans and are living at 2904 Honolulu Avenue, Los Angeles Co., CA.
William Wescott Crippen in his La Crescenta 7th Grade classroom, November, 1928, Los Angeles Co., CA. Thanks to Stan Crippen for making this picture available.
William Wescott Crippen in his La Crescenta 8th Grade school class picture, 1929, Los Angeles Co., CA. Thanks to Stan Crippen for making this picture available.
The 1930 Los Angeles County Voter Registration List shows Mrs. Lovina Wescott is a Republican Housewife living at 2904 Honolulu Avenue, Los Angeles Co., CA.
The 1930 Los Angeles County Voter Registration List shows Charles W. Crippen (Retired), Mrs. Ethel W. Crippen (Housewife), and William W. Crippen (Mrtry) are all Republicans and are living at 2904 Honolulu Avenue, Los Angeles Co., CA.
The 1930 U. S. Census taken on April 12, 1930, shows Lavina Wescott (age 72) is a widow living at 2908 Honolulu Avenue, La Crescenta Twp., Verdugo, Los Angeles Co., CA. She was living with her daughter and son-in-law. Lavina was born in Wisconsin to a Canadian father and New York mother. The head of household is William Crippen (age 45) an undertaker born in Iowa of Illinois and U.S. parents and married at age 23. His wife is Ethel W. Crippen (age 43) born in Iowa to New York and Wisconsin parents and married at age 21. Also there is their daughter Margaret Crippen (age 16), son William W. Crippen (age 13), both born in Iowa. William's father, Charles W. Crippen (age 73) who is a widower born in Illinois to U.S. parents.
Margaret Wescott Crippen, about 1930, Los Angeles Co., CA. Thanks to Stan Crippen for making this picture available.
William Wescott Crippen, about 1930, Los Angeles Co., CA. Thanks to Stan Crippen for making this picture available.
The 1934 Los Angeles County Voter Registration List shows Mrs. Lovina Wescott is a Republican living at 2904 Honolulu Avenue, Los Angeles Co., CA.
The 1934 Los Angeles County Voter Registration List shows Charles W. Crippen, Mrs. Ethel W. Crippen, and William W. Crippen are all Republicans and are living at 2904 Honolulu Avenue, Los Angeles Co., CA.
The 1934 Los Angeles County Voter Registration List shows Miss Margaret Crippen is a Republican living at 2900 Honolulu Avenue, Los Angeles Co., CA.
Lovina (Abbey) Wescott died March 22, 1934, in Glendale, Los Angeles Co., CA, at age 76. Entombed in Grand View Memorial Park, Glendale, Los Angeles Co., CA.
The Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles, Los Angeles Co., CA, Saturday, March 24, 1934
Wescott Rites to Be Monday
VERDUGO CITY, March 23. - Funeral services for Mrs. Lovina Wescott, 77 years of age, will be conducted at the Crippen parlors, Monday at 2 p.m., with Rev. Luther Reynolds, Methodist minister of Los Angeles, and Rev. W. L. H. Benton, rector of St. Luke's of the Mountains Episcopal Church, La Crescenta, officiating. She died at a Glendal hospital last night following an emergency operation. She came to California from Iowa fourteen years ago. She leaver a daughter, Mrs. W. W. Crippen, and two grandchildren, William and Margaret Crippen of Verdugo City.
The 1936 Los Angeles County Voter Registration List shows Chas. W. Crippen (retired), Mrs. Ethel W. Crippen (Housewife), Miss Margaret W. Crippen (P. O. Clerk), and William W. Crippen (Mortuary) are all Republicans and are living at 2900 Honolulu Avenue, Los Angeles Co., CA.
Bruce Mace MacDonald and Margaret Wescott Crippen were married January 29, 1937, at the Church of the Lighted Window of La Canada, La Canada, Los Angeles Co., CA.
Bruce Mace MacDonald and Margaret Wescott Crippen Marriage Records.
The Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles, Los Angeles Co., CA, Tuesday, February 2, 1937
Newlyweds Go to Sequoia Park
Bride Wears Quaint Gown at Church Rites
In the Church of the Lighted Window of La Canada, Miss Margaret Wescott Crippen, only daughter of Mr. and Mrs. William Winfield Crippen of La Crescenta, and Bruce Mace MacDonald, son of Mrs. R. Q. MacDonald of Highway Highlands, were married by Rev. Wesley A. Havermale Friday evening. The bride wore a cream satin gown of 1830 period with the drop shoulder net yoke heavily embroidered in seed pearls. Her veil was held in place with a coronet of seed pearls. Her bouquet included gardenias, brides roses and lilies of the valley. The only ornament was a gold bracelet, the gift of the bridegroom. Betty King was maid of honor. The bridesmaids were Peggy Norris, Jean Angier, Ethel Parke and Constance Poppe. Patsy Allen was flower girl and Leslie Keys, ring bearer. Gordon MacDonald served his brother as best man. Ushers were Jack and Scott MacDonald, William W. Crippen and Jack Starbird. Following the ceremony a reception was held at La Crescenta Women's clubhouse. After a trip to the Sequoia National Park the young couple will make their home in Burbank.
The 1938 Los Angeles County Voter Registration List shows Mrs. Ethel W. Crippen is a Republican Housewife living at 2904 Honolulu Avenue, Los Angeles Co., CA.
The Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles, Los Angeles Co., CA, Saturday, September 17, 1938
LA CRESCENTS WOMAN KEEPS KENNEL OF 165 RARE 'DOGS'
LA CRESCENTA, Sept. 16. - Mrs. Bruce MacDonald has 165 dogs in her kennels, but she pays no license nor does she worry about quarantine laws. Her dogs range in size from the armfull type to the tiniest, which is so small it has to be picked up with a pinchers. They are made of china, pottery, ivory, copper, brass, wood, soap, chromium and iron. Mrs. MacDonald has collected dogs for several years. Her friends bring them from all countries, remembering her, when they make trips, with a new pet for her kennels. When Mrs. MacDonald was married a year ago, the then Miss Margaret Crippen received many gifts featuring dogs, including one's forming book ends.
The 1938 Los Angeles County Voter Registration List shows Miss Margaret W. Crippen (P. O. Clerk), and William W. Crippen (Mortuary) are Republicans living at 2904 Honolulu Avenue, Los Angeles Co., CA.
Top row, left to right: Bill, Win, Margaret, and Maude.
Bottom row, left to right: Ottie, Bill W., Pegge, Stan, and Gordon. Thanks to Stan Crippen for making this picture available.
The 1940 U. S. Census taken on April 6, 1940, shows William W. Crippen (age 55) born in Iowa, and 5 years ago was living in the Same House, and with 4 years of High School, is a married Mortuary Proprietor who rents his home for $100/month, and is living at 2904 Honolulu, Verdugo City, Los Angeles Co., CA. Living with him are: his wife, Ethel W. Crippen (age 53) born in Iowa, and 5 years ago was living in the Same House, and with 4 years of High School; and an unmarried Lodger, Ethel M. Saulvester (age 52) born in Nebraska, and 5 years ago was living in Los Angeles, Los Angeles Co., CA, and with 8 years of School.
The 1940 U. S. Census taken on April 3, 1940, shows Bruce McDonald (age 26) born in Nevada, and 5 years ago was living in the Same Place, and with 1 years of College, is a married Embalmer at a Mortuary, who rents his home for $25/month, and is living at 3758 Glenwood Avenue, Verdugo City, Los Angeles Co., CA. Living with him is his wife, Margaret McDonald (age 26) born in Iowa, and 5 years ago was living in the Same Place, and with 4 years of High School.
Name:
William W Crippen Jr
Birth Year:
1916
Race:
White, citizen
Nativity State or Country:
Iowa
State:
California
County or City:
Los Angeles
Enlistment Date:
14 Mar 1945
Enlistment State:
Enlistment City:
Fort Macarthur San Pedro
Branch:
No branch assignment
Branch Code:
Grade:
Private
Grade Code:
Term of Enlistment:
Enlistment for the duration of the War or other emergency, plus six months, subject to the discretion of the President or otherwise according to law
Component:
Selectees (Enlisted Men)
Source:
Civil Life
Education:
1 year of college
Civil Occupation:
Seaman or Embalmer
Marital Status:
Married
Height:
00
Weight:
900
Bruce Mace MacDonald and Margaret Wescott (Crippen) MacDonald were divorced about 1945, in California.
Kirk Stewart MacDonald was born October 24, 1948, in Los Angeles Co., CA.
Left to right: Ottie, Margaret, Leonard, Pegge, Maude, Gordon, Bob, and Bill Wurtz. Thanks to Stan Crippen for making this picture available.
The 1950 U. S. Census taken on April 10, 1950, shows William W. Crippen (age 41) born in Iowa, is a married Mortician, and is living at 2334 El Moreno, Burbank Judicial Twp., Los Angeles Co., CA. Living with him are: his wife, Ethel W. Crippen (age 63) born in Iowa.
The 1950 U. S. Census taken on April 18, 1950, shows Leonard H. Wurtz (age 65) born in Michigan, is a married Truck Driver for a Laundry, and is living at 2926 Orange Ave., Burbank Judicial Twp., Los Angeles Co., CA. Living with him is his wife, Margaret C. Wurtz (age 36) born in Iowa.
Gary Randall MacDonald was born May 24, 1950, in Los Angeles Co., CA.
William Leonard Wurtz was born December 16, 1951, in Los Angeles Co., CA.
Brian Lee Wurtz was born February 4, 1954, in Los Angeles Co., CA.
William Winfield Crippen died March 10, 1956, in La Crescenta, Los Angeles Co., CA, at age 71. Entombed in Grandview Mausoleum, Grandview Memorial Park, Glendale, Los Angeles Co., CA.
The Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles, Los Angeles Co., CA, Monday, March 12, 1956
William W. Crippen Sr.
Funeral services for William W. Crippen Sr., 71, mortician and past president of the Montrose Chamber of Commerce, will be conducted at 4 p. m. tomorrow in the Masonic Temple in La Crescenta. Mr. Crippen, a resident of California 37 years, died Saturday at his home, 2334 El Moreno St., La Crescenta. He leaves his widow Ethel; a daughter, Mrs. Margaret Wurtz of La Canada, and a son, William Jr. of San Diego. Four grandsons also survive. Entombment will be in Grandview Mausoleum with the Crippen Mortuary, which he founded, directing.
Leonard Harold Wurtz died February 7, 1976, in La Crescenta, Los Angeles Co., CA, at age 67. Buried in Grandview Memorial Park and Crematory, Glendale, Los Angeles Co., CA.
William Winfield Crippen is the latest of at least seven area pioneering funeral directors found buried at Grand View Memorial Park. Mr. Crippen was born in Iowa on December 26, 1884 and passed away in Los Angeles on March 10, 1956. He is entombed in the Great Mausoleum along with his father, Charles (1855-1937) and his wife Ethel, who passed away in 1988 at the age of 101. His obituary was published in The Los Angeles Times on March 12, 1956, which notes that his arrangements were handled by the mortuary he founded: Crippen Mortuary was founded in 1928 by William & Ethel Crippen and has been in operation continuously at its present location in La Crescenta, California. In June of 2005 Crippen Mortuary assumed the pre-needs of Eckerman-Heisman Funeral Service of Burbank and moved the pre-needs to the La Crescenta facility, this will provide those pre-arranged policy holders to be assured that their arrangements will be honored without interruption. We also offer the Burbank, North Hollywood, Glendale area the same personal service given by Eckerman-Heisman Funeral Service since 1943. In November 2007 Crippen Mortuary opened an arrangement office in Santa Clarita for the purpose of offering families in the Santa Clarita Valley a choice of mortuary services in their area. As the only independently owned and operated funeral home in the Foothills, we strive to provide the finest, most compassionate care to each and every family we serve. For more than 81 years, we have proven that it is possible to provide affordable funeral and cremation services without sacrificing quality.
Ethel Abbey (Wescott) Crippen died July 14, 1988, La Crescenta, Los Angeles Co., CA, at age 101. Entombed in Grandview Mausoleum, Grandview Memorial Park, Glendale, Los Angeles Co., CA.
Daily News of Los Angeles, Los Angeles, Los Angeles Co., CA, July 16, 1988
Crippen, Ethel Wescott
Ethel Abbey (Wescott) Crippen
Crippen, Ethel W., 101, of La Crescenta, homemaker. Visitation will be from 3 to 8 p.m. Sunday, and services will be at 1 p.m. Monday at the Crippen Mortuary Chapel, La Crescenta. Entombment will follow at Grandview Mausoleum, Glendale. Crippen Mortuary, La Crescenta.
The Glendale News-Press, Glendale, Los Angeles Co., CA, November 25, 2011
Margaret Crippen Wurtz passed away peacefully at home with her pets on her lap surrounded by loved ones. She was 98 years old. She is survived by her son Bill and his family, wife Cindy, grandchildren Kristina and Patrick, and their mother Theresa Wurtz and by her son Brian and his family, wife Kim, and grandchildren Michael and Cassie. Margaret was born in Iowa and moved to California at a young age. Her parents founded Crippen’s Mortuary in 1928 which has served the community for 83 years. As owner of Crippen’s, she was integral part of the Foothills community. Her wishes were that Crippen Mortuary continues serving the community under the direction of Robert L. Hansen. Margaret was well known for her generosity with community and friends. She was active in her sons’ activities and supported many local programs and sports teams over the decades. Margaret was a wonderful hostess and enjoyed making occasions “special” for her family and loved ones. Services for Margaret will be held on Wednesday, November 30 10:00 AM at Holy Redeemer Church, 2411 Montrose Avenue, Montrose. Burial will be private. Crippen Mortuary officiating.
Crescenta Valley Weekly, La Crescenta, CA, July 1, 2010
By Michael YEGHIAYAN
A tradition of personalized care, dignified service
Oftentimes, a business’ contribution to the community is subjective and difficult to measure. However, occasionally a business is so deeply rooted into an area that its importance is beyond question. Such is the case with the longstanding La Crescenta institution, Crippen Mortuary.
Founded by William and Ethel Crippen in 1928, Crippen Mortuary has remained in the hands of the Crippen family for 82 years. The business has since been passed down to their daughter, Margaret Crippen Wurtz, who will be celebrating her 97th birthday on July 1.
Bob Hansen, who works with Crippen as the funeral director, has had a large part in the mortuary’s contribution to the Crescenta Valley. Hansen himself has been integral to the history of the area, serving as both the president of the CV Chamber of Commerce as well as being honored as the honorary mayor of La Crescenta.
“Since we’ve been here so long and we are the last independent mortuary in the area, we have seen more people turn to us in recent years,” said Hansen. “Our independent status allows us to be less expensive than corporate funeral services while remaining more personally accommodating to the personal needs of each family.”
Although the presence of their services has remained constant for the better part of a century, part of Crippen’s success is related to their ability to adapt and grow in relation to their surroundings.
“We will strive to continue to meet the needs and requests of the community,” remarked Hansen. “I feel strongly that our presence is needed and appreciated.”
In his years with Crippen Mortuary, Hansen has also witnessed and shared moments of pain and heartbreak amongst the rest of the Crescenta Valley. However, Crippen’s has remained a steadfast pillar of strength even during the most difficult times.
“When the area has been struck with tragedy, the community has consistently joined together in support,” commented Hansen. “At the recent passing of a localsoldier serving in Iraq, itwas moving to see so many people offer his family their support and gratitude for his sacrifice.”
“In my profession, you see families at their most vulnerable state,” he added. “They need to be helped and supported.”
Crippen Mortuary has also expanded in recent years, offering their services beyond the Crescenta-Cañada area. In June of 2005 they took control of business operations of another longstanding local mortuary, Eckerman-Heisman Funeral Service in the Burbank area. Additionally, they recently expanded into the Santa Clarita area with the opening of an arrangement office in 2007.
“The institution of Crippen Mortuary will remain steadfast in the community and continue to service with simplicity and dignity,” concluded Hansen. “We strive to serve our friends and neighbors as would want to be served.”
Phyllis Jeanne (Popelka) MacDonald died August 14, 2016, in La Crescenta, Los Angeles Co., CA, at age 91. Buried in Smith Mountain Cemetery, Dinuba, Tulare Co., CA.
Phyllis Jeanne MacDonald died of natural causes on August 14, 2016 in La Crescenta, California. She was born on February 27, 1925 in Orosi, California, to her parents, Frank and Norma Popelka. Phyllis moved to Montrose in the late '30's and graduated from Glendale High School in 1943. In March of 1946, Phyllis married Bruce Mace MacDonald and lived in La Crescenta until her passing. She was preceded in death by her parents, Frank and Norma, her husband, Bruce and her brother, Kent Popelka. She is survived by her two sons, Kirk Stewart MacDonald of La Crescenta and Gary Randall MacDonald of San Diego, and her daughter-in-law Wendy Louise MacDonald of San Diego. She is also survived her grandchildren, Ian Bruce MacDonald of Alameda, California; Brianna Joy MacDonald of San Carlos, California; and Megan Kathleen MacDonald of La Mirada, California. Phyllis was also the great grandmother to three boys, Connor Bruce MacDonald and Brent Robert MacDonald, both of Alameda, California and Michael MacDonald Sandoval of San Carlos, California. She was also the aunt and great aunt to many nephews and nieces. Phyllis had many accomplishments: she was the PTA President of Dunsmore Elementary School, a member of PEO and of Amaranth and retired from JPL where she worked for many years. She was also an active member and a deacon of the La Crescenta Presbyterian Church. Her greatest achievement, however, was her role as Mom, Grandma, Great Grandma and Friend; especially to her dearest and best friend, her sister-in-law, Virginia MacDonald. Her favorite pastimes included: gardening, canning, baking, sewing and crocheting, teaching her grandchildren how to do cartwheels, attending sports' events as a vocal and excited fan whether it be her son's track meets or her grandchildren's many sports events. She was the beloved Team Grandma to the Occidental Women's Varsity Soccer Team where her youngest grand-daughter played. Phyllis left a legacy of giving, forgiving and love. She is loved by many and will be missed by all. A private service was held on August 26, 2016 at Smith Mountain Cemetery in Dinuba, California, where she was laid to rest beside her late husband, Bruce. A memorial service to honor and celebrate Phyllis' life will be held on Saturday, September 24, 2016 at 10:00 AM at the La Crescenta Presbyterian Church, 2902 Montrose Avenue, La Crescenta, California, with a reception at the church following the service. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made in Phyllis' name to Descanso Gardens, The Stroke Research Program at Glendale Adventist Hospital, Oakpark Convalescent Home or the La Crescenta Presbyterian Church. The family wishes to extend their appreciation to Oakpark and to Dr. Leland Watkins for the wonderful care given to Phyllis. May God bless us all. Memorial Tribute for Phyllis on CrippenMortuary.com
Dec. 26, 1884 Washta Cherokee County Iowa, USA
Mar. 10, 1956 La Crescenta Los Angeles County California, USA
Mortician. Founded Crippen Mortuary (1928-present) with his wife Ethel in La Crescenta, California
1855 Lanark Carroll County Illinois, USA
1937
Leonard Harold Wurtz
Aug. 14, 1908
Feb. 7, 1976
Inscription: SSGT, United States Army, World War II
Burial: Glendale Los Angeles County California, USA Plot: Section F