Deaths

Maurice J. Bayer died March 11, 2006 at his Hillsborough home at age 85. He is survived by his wife of over 30 years Suzanne Bayer, sons Richard and Jeffrey Bayer, and Andrew, Jeffrey and Peter Hayden. Also surviving Maury is his daughter-in-law Jamie Hayden and grandchildren Diana and Ariella Hayden, brother and sister-in-law Henry and Rita Friedman of Los Angeles, and sister-in-law Bonnie Hirsch and her children Joanna, Steve and Bradley Hirsch. Maury was a well-known real estate broker on the S.F. Peninsula for over 40 years. He achieved many awards of excellence from the local Board of Realtors throughout the years, along with serving in numerous leadership roles. Maury was born in Chicago, Ill., on April 7, 1920. He moved to the Bay Area where he entered the real estate profession in 1961. He was a selfless individual known for his great sense of humor, good spirit and old school work ethic. Maury was a kind and compassionate individual who derived great pleasure from taking care of others, his children and grandchildren and of course, his wife. Maury was a passionate sports fan, having been a season ticket holder to the Chicago Bears and S. F. 49ers for over 50 years. He also had a strong passion for the S. F. Giants and closely followed most of their games on television when he wasn't in attendance at the stadium. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, March 15th at 12:30 p.m. at Home of Peace Cemetery, Colma. The family prefers contributions in memory of Maury to Pets in Need, 873 5th St., Redwood City, CA 94062, or the Peninsula Humane Society, 12 Airport Blvd., San Mateo, CA 94402.

Leonard Warren Neumann died peacefully in Cloverdale on March 17, 2006. Leonard was a fourth-generation Californian, born in San Francisco on June 7, 1922. He was educated in San Francisco and graduated from the University of California, Berkeley. He married the former Pauline Helzberg in November 1943. Leonard served as an officer in the U.S. Navy during World War II. In addition to his wife, Leonard is survived by his children Gail Richard of Healdsburg, Lynne (and Jay) Rosenthal of Healdsburg, and David (and Gail) Neumann of Genesee, Idaho, and by six grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. At Leonard's request there will be no service. Donations in his memory may be made to Memorial Hospice, 821 Mendocino Ave., Santa Rosa 95401, or to the Jewish Community Federation.

Sylvia Sackman in Atherton, March 12, 2006 at age 84. Sylvia Sackman died at home surrounded by family and friends. She was the much loved wife of her late husband Robert, who could never believe his good fortune in marrying her. Beloved mother of Barbara and Ellen and mother-in-law of Charles and Steve. Adored grandmother of David and Katie, Adam and Drew. Loving and much loved sister of Dorothy, Barbara, Helene and Joel. Cherished friend of those who helped take care of her: Jerrie, Luce, Leonardo, Wendy and Soledad. Sylvia would dance at any party in any country or culture, but danced with the greatest joy in her kitchen with her daughters. She was generous to all, but her heart opened widest for her grandchildren. And she cooked the best kasha, marinara sauce and kugel on the West Coast. She will be dearly missed by all the family and friends she leaves behind. Services will be held Friday, March 17 at Temple Beth Am, 26790 Arastradero Road in Los Altos. Donations may be made to Pathways Hospice, 585 N. Mary Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94085, or to any charity of your choosing, especially those that feed the hungry or take care of children.

William "Billy" Veprin, 90, born Jan. 14, 1916 in San Francisco, passed away Tuesday, March 7, 2006, surrounded by his loving family. Billy was a past staff Commodore of the Del Rey Yacht Club, member of the Brentwood Country Club, member of the Creative Arts Temple, member of the Argonaut Masonic Lodge F & AM, and the Islam Shrine AAONMS. Billy accomplished much in his life, most of which included great acts of kindness. He was known for his charitable activities — both financially and through personal action. The Anti-Defamation League, the Jewish Foundation, the Jewish Home for the Aging and Cedars-Sinai are just a few of the many organizations that benefited from his involvement. Billy was a true entrepreneur, involved in business from starting the first dry-cleaners on the island of Guam, to building the first multi-story building on Ventura Boulevard, to owning the landmark restaurant Tommy's Joynt in San Francisco. Billy was truly a man that was able and willing to try new ventures. Billy is survived by his loving wife of almost 65 years Tootsie, his son Harvey Veprin, daughters Helene (Mort) Braunstein and Susie (Mark) Katzman, 8 grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren and his sister Rowena Cooper. Billy has friends literally all over the world whose lives he has touched. He was an inspiration for all to fight for worthy causes — such as stopping all types of discrimination. Funeral services will be held 2 p.m. Friday, March 10 at Hills of Eternity Memorial Park, Colma, Calif. A memorial service will be held 11:30 a.m., Thursday, March 16 at the Brentwood Country Club, 590 S. Burlingame, Los Angeles. In lieu of flowers expressions of sympathy are requested in the form of memorials to the Anti-Defamation League, the Jewish Federation of Greater Los Angeles or the Guardians of the Jewish Home, Los Angeles. Malinow & Silverman Mortuary Directors (800) 710-7100.