Felisa Mones Tabora 1942-2022 Felisa Mones Tabora was born on May 1, 1942, in Pangasinan, Philippines. She grew up in a small village, and despite her modest upbringing she had nothing but fond memories of her childhood and her roots. She migrated to the United States at the age of 19, moving to Los Angeles where she met and fell in love with Antonio Tabora, who would eventually become her husband of more than 56 years. Felisa was proof that angels exist. She had the warmest smile, the softest hug, and carried with her an air of peace and calm. Her favorite movie was Pretty Woman. Her favorite song was “Unchained Melody” by the Righteous Brothers. Her favorite hobbies were cutting fruit, gardening, rooting for the Dodgers and the Lakers, making her famous zucchini bread, going on cruises, collecting rosaries, and voting. As a proud American, she loved the national anthem, and she voted in every election. And her faith was second to none. The chances are likely that if she wasn’t talking, she was praying. At family parties you would typically find her in the kitchen cooking and cleaning. Her life was built on taking care of others. As a file clerk for an insurance company, she took great pride in her work, and she did her job well. Felisa’s life was full of hard work, so it was appropriate that her retirement was filled with fun and travel. She and her husband Tony moved to Leisure World in 2006 and quickly joined the Filipino Club and had a huge community of friends and events to attend. She was also a volunteer at Holy Family Church, and enjoyed going to workout classes at Clubhouse 6. She lived her life with grace, faith, humility, kindness, and love. Felisa passed away peacefully on Aug. 24, and is survived by five daughters who loved her and were by her side until her final days, three grandsons who cherished her, and a sister whom she adored that was also her best friend.

Emily Moubassaly Emily Moubassaly passed away on Sept. 17 at the age of 98. She was born in Lebanon, moving to America in 1987 to be closer to her sons. She lived in Leisure World Seal Beach for over 20 years. Emily enjoyed reading as well as knitting, crocheting and needlepoint. She was also an excellent bridge player and member of the LW Women’s Club. She is survived by her two sons, Samir (Pam) and Munir (Elizabeth); her grandchildren, Robert (Katherine), Alexander, Nicholas and Catherine, as well as her two great-grandchildren, Lexi and Nicholas. Emily was a sweet, caring lady who will be greatly missed.

IN MEMORIAM Philip Mandeville, the GRF director representing Mutual 11 until June when he was forced to step down because of illness, died Sept. 6, 2022. RoseMarie, his wife of 55 years, and his two sons were at his side. Mandeville served on the GRF Administration, Finance and Recreation committees and chaired the Mutual Administration Committee. He was president of Mutual 11 for five years, ultimately presiding over the Presidents’ Council. He also chaired the Mutual’s Emergency Preparedness Committee. In his 2021 GRF candidate’s statement he wrote: “I hope to continue working for the people in LW with an ear to listen and a mouth to speak on your behalf.” “I am saddened (by) the death of our treasured friend and colleague, Philip Mandeville,” GRF President Marsha Gerber said. “I hope you will join me in remembering his infectious smile, courtly manner and all the service he provided to our community.” Mandeville was the epitome of a life well lived. Highlights include service in the U.S. Air Force, piloting his cherished Piper Cherokee, hosting many LW friends at his Lake Tahoe cabin, taking

Tillie Stiehr 1929-2022 Tillie Stiehr born on April 14, 1929, passed peacefully in her sleep on Aug. 31 at the age of 93 in Long Beach, California. Tillie is survived by her sister Phyllis Smith, as well as her sons Wayne and Mark Stiehr. Tillie lost her twin sister Lillie in infancy due to pneumonia. She was born in Washington, Michigan, in the Stone Bar, an establishment her parents Gertrude “Jesty” and Frank Rogala founded and which still is in business today. She used to proclaim, “I was born in a bar!” A resident of Romeo, Michigan, one of her long-term positions was at Firestone Tire. Tillie moved to California in 1978, where she enjoyed her position at Strollee, a baby furniture company, and WR Grace among others. Tillie remained lifelong friends with many of her work acquaintances. After retiring, Tillie made a trip with her sister Phyllis to Poland, where she connected with relatives of the Rogala family (Rogala was Tillie’s maiden name). Tillie retired to Leisure World, Seal Beach, where she became Queen Mother of the Magic Red Hats for many years. She became “Hugger” the Clown with a Leisure World social “clown” group. Tillie got a further taste of show biz in Leisure World’s Theater Club where, as well as other roles, with a sparkle in her eye, she was a red-haired Santa’s helper. Tillie enjoyed collecting dolls, and she named them all and was surrounded by them in her home. Tillie appeared in many music videos with her nephew, singer/producer Frank Rogala. Tillie’s final scene-stealing appearances were made at the age of 90 in the award-winning music video “Oo La La” with Frank’s Smash Mob. Tillie enjoyed lunches with the Leisure World Traveling Tigers and at the Community Karaoke Club, where she was known to tip the other performers. Tillie also enjoyed monthly dinners, dances, and annual luau with the Filipino American Club of Leisure World. Socially active, Tillie enjoyed attending shows, dances, and parties of many groups as well as cruises (such as one along the California coast from San Francisco to San Diego that hit all the major attractions). Tillie was Polish Catholic and a member of the Holy Family Catholic Church where she felt a deep connection with the Holy Spirit. –paid obituary