Russell Bennett passed away in a motorcycle accident in Canyon Country about half a mile from his house in 1968.  He was my very best friend and my parents adopted him as the "son" they never had.  He died in the accident from head injuries because he wasn't wearing a helmet.  Russ was going to Valley College after graduation and had spent many days building his motorcycle since it was all in parts.  He was very proud of his accomplishments building it from scratch. Russ was only 19 years old when he died.  He will be forever missed.  Celeste (Briscoe) Steen   (whitewolf77@dslextreme.com)

1949-2009

Michael Barbee, age 60, died peacefully at his home in Healdsburg, CA, with his family on May 17, 2009, after a long battle with cancer. In his youth he was known for his natural athleticism, his intelligence and his zen-like attitude toward life. As an adult he was an athlete, teacher, author, and health educator, loving husband to Sharon, and proud father to Mara and Derek. He is survived by his wife and children, mother Patricia, sister Karen, and brother Marc. He will be sorely missed. A celebration of his life was held at 11:30, on Saturday, June 27, 2009 at the Villa Chanticleer Annex, 1248 North Fitch Mountain Rd, Healdsburg. Memorial donations can be made to the Prostate Cancer Foundation

This was reported by Bill Thomas, English/Drama teacher 1961-1997

A second tribute to Michael has been written by Peggy Phillips Magilen and is available by clicking here.

If you wish to add your memories of Michael to this account, write to the alumni webmaster.

Gary Bayless died of the same heart condition as his brother Myron (class of '63, died in 1992). Gary died on April 13, 1993. He was about 3 years younger than Myron. Gary is survived by his wife Janet and two children Jared and Andrea. His brother Mark (class of '69?) died in 2006 of cancer.

Submitted in loving memory by his cousin Chris Bayless, class of '64

My brother William Allen Booth (Billy) class of 1967, passed away on 12/31/06. He had never submitted any info to the alumni pages, but he should be known.

He was an attorney, who had also taught Business Law at Cuesta College and Cal Poly here in San Luis Obispo County. He was divorced, with one son, Devon (27). He cared deeply for many of his long-time friends from La Crescenta (that he always referred to as the "Rock"). He grew up with many of you and also spoke fondly of his youth. For those of you who knew me (I'm Bonnie his sister, class of 1966) you will remember how special he was to me and our family. We all miss him very much.

----Bonnie Booth Campbell - Class of 1966.

Marital Status: Married
Wife: Kathy Howard, CV Class of 1970 (our 30th wedding anniversary is 12/31/01)
Children: Josh 5/75 degree in English lit. from Humbolt State. going after doctorate. Jen 11/77 Sac State senior paleo/anthropology rowing and rugby teams
Occupation: truck driver, cobra builder at j.f. shea co.

REDDING- On the morning of November 30th, 2007, Rick Breese left this world for his heaven. His wife of 35 years, Kathy, Parents, siblings, sons Josh and Justin and daughters Jen and Celeste want to thank everyone who made his life exactly what he wanted it to be. He had no regrets and recently stated that his family and life was complete.

He is survived by his family and friends that loved and respected him. He spent his time on earth living each day at full throttle and waking up to watch his sunrises. You all know how much he loved you.