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Hollister native and long time resident Christine "Chris" Shacklett passed away at Salinas Valley Memorial Hospital at the age of 61 years. Chris was a graduate of San Benito High School, Gavilan College, as well as the California College Of Arts and Crafts in Oakland. Her artistic talents could be found in the "paste up advertising layouts" for major newspapers. Later as she developed a strong interest in antiques and collectibles, she and her sister Lucy Ghione opened a shop in Moss Landing called Curiosities. "She was a great Mom, super Grandmother, and was very devoted to her family", said her children. She loved the out-of-doors, especially spending time in Yosemite.

Lois Elizabeth Blankenship passed away July 30, 2008 in Gilroy. She was preceded in death by her husband Glenn Blankenship, son Leon Blankenship, daughter Frankie Naccarato and grandson Kyle Blankenship; she is survived by her children Anita Doughty and Don Blankenship; 11 grandchildren and 15 great- grandchildren.