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~ Travel, News, Memorials & More ~
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~ Travel News ~
August 2006 - Michelle's Visit to Japan ... review details and photos
~ Memorials ~
of some of our dance friends ...Tuesday, August 8, 2006 - Dino Restelli passed away. Many year President of the Bay Swingers Dance Club in Oakland, CA was a major contributor to promoting West Coast Swing here in the San Francisco Bay Area and at many dance conventions. He was one of the west coast swing icons when I started dancing and I always enjoyed having a dance with him. We'll miss you Dino! Say hello to John Duffy up there.
See article by Fred Claire.
Tuesday, August 29, 2006 - Lynn Vogen passed away. Multi talented dancer, choreographer and teacher to many of the "kids" over the years; Costa Mesa, CA. Lynn Vogen and Larry Kern were a fabulous inspiration ... especially in their 1984 "Let the Good Times Roll" US Open Showcase routine.
October 2006 - Mike Ronan passed away. Bay area WCS dancer who attended dances regularly and travelled to many dance conventions. The dances will miss your consistant attendance.
Friday, November 17, 2006 - Carlos Pineda passed away. Carlos and wife, Mary Ann, have been part of the dance community for as long as I can remember. His smiling face and happy personality will be missed at the dances.
January 14, 2007 - Joey Alvarado lost his battle with cancer. He was a part of the Bay Area swing dance community for many years and his presence will be missed. Hope you've met up with Jim Loop ... at the corner of the bar!
Friday, February 2, 2007 - Jesse Naputi passed away. He was a long time dancer and teacher here in the Bay Area and one of those that has kept our swing dance community thriving. He always brought his happy personality to all the dances. At the age of 89 he was still dancing and sharing his knowledge with us. Pictured here at our November 2006 dance receiving the California Swing Dance Hall of Fame Award. We will miss you Jesse and we will keep doing all your great steps!
Thursday, February 15, 2007 - Helen Blouin passed away.
Her beautiful smile and warm and friendly personality will be missed at the dances. She was a super classy lady and always brought a sense of style to the dances. A dancer, a lovely artist in addition to many other talents ... we'll miss you Helen.
Helen & "Shadow"
Tuesday, February 12, 2008 - Wayne Bott suddenly, and unexpectedly, passed away.
Visit Wayne and Sharlot's website for a wonderful tribute to Wayne.
