Category Archives: Obituaries

OBITUARY – Helen Elisabeth “Betty” Buerge Curtis – Long-time Palisadian

Posted on November 14, 2025 by Sue

Helen Elisabeth “Betty” Buerge Curtis, born May 18, 1933, in Santa Monica, passed away October 26, 2025, at the age of 92.  A beloved Radcliffe neighbor, she was bedridden for many years and had moved to Lakewood to be closer … Continue reading →

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OBITUARY – Dr. Kurt Amboss – Physicist, Inventor, Long-time Palisadian

Posted on November 11, 2025 by Sue

Born on October 18, 1926, in Vienna, Austria, Dr. Kurt Amboss passed away peacefully at the age of 99 on October 19 in Palm Desert. He had lost his family home on Haverford in the Palisades Fire. Kurt was a … Continue reading →

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OBITUARY: Conrad R. Solum Jr. Long-time Palisadian, USC Advocate, Optimist

Posted on November 9, 2025 by Sue

Conrad R. Solum Jr., beloved father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away peacefully on October 16, 2025, at the age of 90. He and his wife, Alli, made their home in Pacific Palisades for more than 60 years, where they were deeply rooted … Continue reading →

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OBITUARY: Dr. Frederick Silvers, a Savant in Medicine, Father, Husband

Posted on October 26, 2025 by Sue

Dr. Frederick Michael Silvers, a Brentwood resident of more than 30 years, passed away in his home on October 19, 2025. He was 84. Dr. Silvers, considered a savant in medicine and the arts, was also a passionate father and … Continue reading →

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In Memoriam of Three Pacific Palisades Town Leaders

Posted on October 23, 2025 by Sue

Three community stalwarts passed away this past summer. CTN wishes there was an obit for each, because they were truly exceptional individuals. The trio not only made Pacific Palisades their home but also helped guide and shape the community. With … Continue reading →

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OBITUARY – Eric Dugdale, Beloved Uncle, Brother, Town Historian

Posted on September 3, 2025 by Sue

Eric Dugdale, born April 24, 1951, passed away August 27, after a three-month bout with pneumonia. He was 74. He was the son of Charlotte H. Dugdale-Self and Eric Dugdale, Sr. a builder from England who came from Canada to … Continue reading →

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OBITUARY: Frank Baxter, Ambassador, Philanthropist, Family Man

Posted on July 30, 2025 by Sue

Frank Edward Baxter, a 33-year resident of Pacific Palisades passed away on July 15 of ALS. Frank was born in Auburn, California, November 20, 1936, to Erwin and Alice Byrne Baxter. He attended grades 1-8 in Grass Valley, California. After … Continue reading →

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OBIT: Don Haselkorn, Businessman, Beloved Resident, Husband, Father

Posted on May 19, 2025 by Sue

With broken hearts, the family announced the passing of Eugene “Don” Haselkorn on May 16 at age 93. Funeral services will be held tomorrow, Tuesday, May 20, at Hillside Memorial Park, 6001 W. Centinela Avenue, La. 90045. A former Palisades … Continue reading →

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Palisadian and Loyola High School Senior Braun Levi Murdered

Posted on May 5, 2025 by Sue

Pacific Palisades resident Braun Levi, 18, was walking on Sepulveda Boulevard in Manhattan Beach after midnight on Sunday, May 4, when he was struck and killed by Jenia Bolt, 33. She was arrested and charged on one count of murder … Continue reading →

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OBIT: Nancy Cleveland, Long-time Resident, Rotarian, Vet

Posted on February 10, 2025 by Sue

Nancy Cleveland was born in Santa Monica on June 29, 1945, to Shirley Ann Cleveland and Robert Charles Cleveland.  She passed away on January 28, after three weeks in a coma. After escaping from the Palisades Fire, she suffered either … Continue reading →

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