Category Archives: Obituaries

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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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Honoring a Legend: Baywatch Star and Lifeguard Hero Mike ‘Newmie’ Newman Celebrated with Paddle-Out

(Editor’s Note: This story first appeared in Westside Current on November 24 and is printed with permission.) By SANDRA CLARK A true hero both on and off camera, Baywatch actor, legendary lifeguard, and firefighter Mike “Newmie” Newman dedicated his life … Continue reading

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OBITUARY – Michael Terry, Plant and Garden Expert, Consummate Volunteer

Michael Guy Terry passed away on September 11, 2024. He died at home, snuggled with his wife Elizabeth in a hospital bed, with “his sweethearts,” Nico and Brendan, and daughter-in-law, Hayat, around him. A garden designer, he was a member … Continue reading

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Remembering Mark Holmes: PaliHi Star Quarterback, Later a Spiritual Healer

By STEWART SLAVIN IT IS WITH SADNESS that I have belatedly learned of the passing of Mark Holmes, a childhood friend in Rustic Canyon, quarterback of the Palisades High football team, a spiritual healer and subject of the book, What … Continue reading

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