Monterey County, California Obituaries - presented by Genealogy Trails

Thomas "John" Eich, 62, who lived the majority of his life in Monterey County, passed away peacefully Saturday, Aug. 25, 2007, at his home in Los Banos, where he had recently moved .John was born June 12, 1945, in Hull, Iowa. He grew up in southwestern Minnesota. After completing his service to his country in the U.S. Navy, he became a truck driver and heavy-equipment operator. John was a member of the Operating Engineers Local No. 3, a voluntary fireman with Marina Public Safety and a lifetime member of American Legion Post No. 694. He enjoyed fishing and playing cards, as well as watching Viking football games and NASCAR. He was preceded in death by his parents, Thomas and Viola Eich; and brothers, Larry and Leroy Eich. Military service: He served in the U.S. Navy. Survivors: Wife of 40 years, Joan Eich; and his son, Thomas (Tammie) Eich of Hollister. Visitation: 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 29, and 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 30, at Struve and Laporte Funeral Home, 41 W. San Luis St., Salinas. Funeral service: 1:30 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 30, in the Struve and Laporte Chapel. Burial: Will follow with Military Honors at Queen of Heaven Cemetery, 18200 Damian Way, Salinas. Memorials: Can be made to American Cancer Society, 1184 Monroe St., No. 1, Salinas, Calif. 93906.Arrangements: Struve and Laporte Chapel. Information: (831) 424-0311(Submitted by a friend of free genealogy)

FREEMAN, ESTHER MARIE nee FLETCHER

Funeral Services Held Thursday for Mrs. James Freeman – Beautiful Ritualistic Rites Conducted by Heber Chapter of Which She was Charter Member

Funeral services for Mrs. Elizabeth Marie Freeman were held Thursday afternoon from the chapel of Broyer & Magner of Roseville, under the auspices of the Heber Chapter of the Eastern Star, assisted by Rev. Thomas H. Mee, with Mrs. H. B. Berry and Mrs. B. C. Knapp singing “Lead Kindly Light,” and “I Shall See Him Face to Face,” and the Chapter sang “Nearer My God To Thee.” The pall bearers were Messrs J. F. Harper, Thomas Pugh, Edwin Schellhous, Lucas Shaffer, Warren T. Eich, and John McNeil. The interment was in the family plot in Rocklin where quantities of choice floral offerings were presented in token of the affection in which this devoted wife and sister was held by a host of friends. In the city of Bangor, Maine, Esther Freeman was born January 3, 1871. Here she acquired her education and grew to young womanhood. In 1893 she came to California, locating in Rocklin, Placer County, where her brother, Dr. Henry D. Fletcher had preceded her six years. She at once entered into the life of what was then a thriving railroad center, lending a helping hand, and devoting herself to the welfare of the community. On September 20, 1900, she was united in marriage with Mr. James E. Freeman of the same place, and shortly thereafter they took up their residence in Monterey where she entered whole heartedly upon the privileges offered for community service, while maintaining the duties of a true home maker. With unbounded energy, she freely gave of her time and talents for the promotion of the common good. It was her willingness in doing for others that taxes her strength before she realized the dangers to which she had been exposed. To do her full share and more was ever her practice, and thereby she inspired others to tasks worthwhile. In the fall of 1927 her health began to fail, but the certain warning was little heeded, the end of her busy career coming at her home in Monterey on Monday, April 16, 1928, surrounded by her physicians and loved ones whose tender care had been untiring as it was appreciated. She was a charter member of the Heber Chapter of Eastern Star instituted at Rocklin and now of Roseville, and of which she was Past Matron. She was also an esteemed member of the Rebekah Lodge, the Sherman Circle, Woman’s Auxiliary to the Grand Army of the Republic, the Spanish War Veterans, the Monterey Women’s Civic League of which she was president two years. She was also vice-president of the Monterey County Humane Society and served on the executive board of the Day Nursery, in all of which she was ever regarded as a model of efficiency while the breadth of her sympathy lent cheer and hope wherever she moved. With her bereaved companion, Mr. J. E. Freeman, and her brother, Dr. Henry D. Fletcher of Roseville, a host of friends join in deepest sympathy and offer their worthy tribute on behalf of one universally loved and who will be greatly missed. [Roseville Tribune & Register, Friday, 4-20-1928. Submitted by Kathie Marynik.]

Ruth Schneider Brier

Submitters Name: Rebecca Brier

Our Dear and Beloved mother, Ruth Schneider Brier 1923-1909 now rests in Peace with our father Charles Templeton Brier 1916-1858 at The Trails End Cemetery in Tahoe City. Tahoe is where they met. They shall forever be in our Hearts and Memories.
Charles, Ruth Karin, Rebecca Brier, family and friends.