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Ray Ogden, Sr.; Founded the Cleaners on Sunset

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Raymond Neal Ogden, Sr., founder of Ogden Cleaners in Pacific Palisades, passed away peacefully on December 15. His wife of 57 years, Laura Lee, was at his side. He was 75. Born on December 27, 1932, in Ashtabula, Ohio, Ray moved with his family to Chula Vista in 1945. He was personnel manager at Rohr Aircraft in Auburn, Washington, before moving with his own family to Pacific Palisades in 1963. After going into business for himself, Ray founded Ogden Cleaners on Sunset Boulevard in 1969. He retired in 1991 and proceeded to enjoy avocado farming and investing. From 1979 to 1984, Ray and Laura divided their time between the Palisades and their avocado/horse/tennis ranch in Valley Center, located in northern San Diego County. They had several get-togethers at their ranch barn for square dance parties and invited many friends from the Palisades. Among Ray’s favorite interests were his family and friends, horses and horseback riding, dogs, cats, boating, fishing and tennis. His wonderful humor and influence touched the hearts of many people and will forever be part of the Ogden family. Ray had a blessed life and a life well lived, and Laura was the love of his life as he was hers. He passed peacefully with integrity and dignity. Ray was preceded in death by his father and mother, J.L. and Lois, and three brothers, Jack, Evan and James.   In addition to his wife, he is survived by four sons: Ray Jr. (wife Val), Dennis (wife Mako), Gary and Jeffrey; two brothers, William and Richard; seven grandchildren, Daniel (wife Sarah), Matthew (wife Andi), Andrew, Brittany (husband Jake), Steven, Christopher and Kevin; and a great-granddaughter, Raelynn. A celebration of Ray’s life will be announced after the holidays. Donations in his memory may be made to the American Lung Cancer Association of California, San Diego Branch at http://californialung.org If you would like to share your favorite memories of Ray or express your condolences to the family, please go to http://rayogdensr.personalizedmemorial.com

Ralph H. Henkle, Jr., 75; 40-Year Palisades Resident

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Ralph Harold Henkle, Jr., a longtime Huntington Palisades resident and one of the first developers in the Palisades Highlands, died on November 17. He was 75. Born on January 7, 1933 in San Francisco, Ralph graduated from Berkeley High School. He attended UC Berkeley for several semesters before joining the army (and serving mostly in Europe). After completing his service in 1956, he graduated from William and Mary University. He earned his MBA at Wharton Business School in 1961 and worked as a mortgage broker in San Francisco and New Orleans. Ralph married Dorothy Lee Benson Henkle on July 25, 1964, and they moved from New Orleans to the Palisades in 1969, whereupon he became a developer. The Palisades Tennis Estates on Michael Lane later emerged from Ralph’s vision. Ralph belonged to the Riviera Tennis Club and the Bel-Air Bay Club. His passions included playing tennis and basketball, painting, USC football, and attending all sporting events of his children and grandchildren. He is survived by his former wife, Dorothy (longtime manager of Bentons Sports Shop on Swarthmore); two sons, Kurt of Santa Monica and Matt, who attends Penn University; three daughters, local acupuncturist Heidi Henkle of Santa Monica, Krista Hopkins (husband Dean) of Venice, and Gretchen Mallios (husband Seth) of San Diego; and grandchildren Calvin Ross, Tucker, Emma and Alli Hopkins, and Gaby Mallios. For more information, visit www.sympathytree.com and enter ‘Ralph Henkle.’ This will provide details about the planned wake.

Raymond Nasser, 61

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Raymond Edward Nasser, a former longtime resident of Pacific Palisades, passed away on December 1 in Oxnard. He was 61. Nasser was born on April 6, 1947 in Los Angeles. He proudly served his country as a Marine during the Vietnam War, for which he received a Purple Heart and an Air Medal. He later became an educator and a poet, working as a teacher for more than 20 years. He loved to travel, and had been making his way from Arizona to Northern California, looking for a place to settle, when he fell in love with Tehachapi. Because of his love for that area, his remains will be laid to rest at the Bakersfield National Cemetery when it opens in the spring or summer of 2009. Nasser was preceded in death by his parents, George and Marie Nasser. He is survived by his brother, George (wife Mary Nell); his sister, Yvonne; nephews Jeffrey, Jason, Jordan and Sam; niece Ren’e; and grandnephews Nicolas and Nathan. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Vietnam Veterans Association and the American Heart Association.

CLASSIFIED ADS FOR THE WEEK OF DECEMBER 25, 2008

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HOMES FOR SALE 1

DO YOU NEED TO DOWNSIZE? Seller of Remodeled Archit Zen will consider TRADE FOR YOUR LARGER HOME+add up to $2M cash. Asking $1,465k. 2 bd 2 ba, den, spa, waterfalls. www.QuincyJones90272.com • Cecile Billauer Gifford, (310) 283-8811 • Cecile@prula.com

FOR SALE or LEASE: Newer Cape Cod. 4 bdrm+3 ba+FR+POOL. $2,325k or $9,000/mo. www.1043Fiske.com • Cecile@prula.com • Cecile Billauer Gifford, (310) 283-8811

FURNISHED HOMES 2

PICTURE PERFECT LEASE, Huntington Palisades. Beautifully decorated 3 bd, 3 ba, LR w/ FP, FR w/ FP, FDR, den, lovely garden, pool. Furn or unfurn at $14,500/mo. Contact Dolly Neimann, (310) 230-3706

CHARMING COTTAGE FULLY furn w/ 2 bd & 1.5 ba in main house & addl 1 & 1 in separate guest quarters. Vaulted ceils, FP, wood flrs, large lot. Close to bluffs & village. Offered at $4,950/mo. (310) 230-3706

UNFURNISHED HOMES 2a

$4,250/MO. 3 BDRM, 2 bath+den house with fpl & white picket fence, close to village, hardwood floors, newer appliances, garage, lovely garden with paid gardener. Pets welcome. (310) 266-9387

WARM & INVITING 3 bd, 2 ba plus den in quiet Cheviot neighborhood. Hardwood floors, 2 FP, updated kitchen, large yard. Offered at $3,950/mo. Contact Dolly Neimann, (310) 230-3706

GREAT LOCATION AT A GREAT PRICE! MOTIVATED LANDLORD! Live on a beautiful street in Pacific Palisades for less than $5,000 per month. Mid-century architectural, 3 BR, 2 BA in prime location, private wooded lot, outdoor patio and play area, fireplace, wood floors, marble/granite finishes, approx. 2,000 sq. ft. Flexible lease period. $4,900/mo. (310) 230-7901

2 BDRM, 1 BA, w/ oak floors, formal DR, lg LR, w/ wood frpl., Kit w/ deck. Brick patio. W&D, gardener included. Huge fenced property allows rec veh parking. $3,600/mo. (310) 454-1575

SPACIOUS TUSCANY CANYON HOME. Quiet gated community w/ pool. 3 bdrm/ba. Media & wine room. Formal living/dining. Lovely garden/patio w/ gardener. Furn/unfurn. $5,990/mo. (310) 709-0771

UNFURNISHED APARTMENTS 2c

BEAUTIFUL 2 BD + 2 BA * $2,695/mo. Small pet ok with deposit. Quiet building, new carpet, marble floors, crown molding, gas fireplace & appliances. Walk to village and beach. With 1 month free rent. Call (310) 454-2024

LARGE 1 BDRM, 1ST FLOOR, pool, Sunset & Temescal, small bldg, patio, quiet back unit, 2 car parking spot/tandem. Walk to beach & Village. Call (310) 999-4425

CONDOS, TOWNHOMES FOR RENT 2d

GEM IN THE PALISADES, 2 bdrm, 2½ ba, townhouse, hdwd, tile, new carpet. Large roof deck, W/D, dishwasher. Parking. $3,500/mo. (310) 392-1757

GREAT PALISADES VILLAGE LOCATION. Completely remodeled 2 bdrm, 2 ba. Laundry inside. Secure parking with easy access to unit. Also available furnished. $2,750/mo. (310) 454-6058

MALIBU, 2 BDRM, 1½, BA, two story, two car parking, security. Across from the Colony. Views, pool, tennis court, great shopping & beach. $2,500/mo. (310) 589-9195 x205

ROOMS FOR RENT 3

FURNISHED ROOM in 3 bdrm condo. Corner Sunset/Palisades Dr. M+M short term. $800/mo. (310) 454-5788

WANTED TO RENT 3b

LOCAL EMPLOYED male seeks guesthouse. Quiet, local references. Non-smoker, no pets. Call Palisadian-Post, (310) 454-1321

OFFICE/STORE RENTALS 3c

PALISADES OFFICE SUITES AVAILABLE in the heart of the Village including: 1) Last remaining single office suite at $1,650 per month and 2) Office suites ranging in size from 1,015 sf to 3,235 sf, all with large windows with great natural light. Amazing views of the Santa Monica mountains, private balconies and restrooms. Building amenities include high speed T1 internet access, elevator and secured, underground parking. Call Brett at (310) 591-8789 or email brett@hp-cap.com

LARGE 378 SQ. FT. WINDOW OFFICE on Sunset in Pacific Palisades Village. $1,750/mo. Call (310) 600-3603 or (310) 454-0840

SMALL UPSTAIRS OFFICE. 855 Via de la Paz. In the Village. $497/mo. (310) 454-4668

OFFICES FOR SUBLEASE. Large & small offices, 400-1,800 sf. Available short term. 881 Alma Real Dr. $800-$3,600/mo. (310) 459-8700

OFFICE SPACE FOR LEASE. Beautiful, single office available for an individual. Located in the heart of Pacific Palisades. Includes free internet. Ready to move in at $1,250/mo.! Call Aimee for more details at (310) 230-8335

VACATION RENTALS 3e

MAMMOTH: 3 BDRM, 2½ BA, TOWNHOUSE. 2 car garage, walk to Eagle Lifts, hot tub, swimming pool, located on Sierra Star Golf Course. (310) 230-4104

COMPUTER SERVICES 7c

MARIE’S MAC & PC OUTCALL • I CAN HELP YOU IN YOUR HOME OR OFFICE WITH: • Consultation on best hard/software for your needs • Setting up & configuring your system & applications • Teaching you how to use your Mac or PC • Upgrades: Mac OS & Windows • Internet: DSL, Wireless, E-mail, Remote Access • Key Applications: MS Office, Filemaker, Quicken • Contact Managers, Networking, File Sharing, Data backup • Palm, Visor, Digital Camera, Scanner, CD Burning • FRIENDLY & PROFESSIONAL — BEST RATES • (310) 262-5652

YOUR OWN TECH GURU * SET-UP, TUTORING, REPAIR, INTERNET. Problem-Free Computing, Guaranteed. Satisfying Clients Since 1992. If I Can’t Help, NO CHARGE! COMPUTER WORKS! Alan Perla (310) 455-2000

THE DETECHTIVES™ • PROFESSIONAL ON-SITE MAC SPECIALISTS. PATIENT, FRIENDLY AND AFFORDABLE • WE COVER ALL THINGS MAC • Consulting • Installation • Training and Repair for Beginners to Advanced Users • Data recovery • Networks • Wireless Internet & more • (310) 838-2254 • William Moorefield • www.thedetechtives.com

USER FRIENDLY—MAC CONSULTANT. User friendly. Certified Apple help desk technician and proud member of the Apple consultant network. An easy approach to understanding all of your computer needs. Offering computer support in wide variety of repairs, set-ups, installs, troubleshooting, upgrades, networking, and tutoring in the application of choice. Computer consulting at fair rates. Ryan Ross: (310) 721-2827 • email: ryanaross@mac.com • For a full list of services visit: http://userfriendlyrr.com/

GARAGE, ESTATE SALE SERVICES 7f

PLANNING A GARAGE SALE? an estate sale? a moving sale? a yard sale? Call it what you like. But call us to do it for you. We do the work. Start to finish. • BARBARA DAWSON • Garage Sale Specialist • (310) 454-0359 • bmdawson@verizon.net • www.bmdawson.com • Furniture • Antiques • Collectibles • Junque • Reliable professionals • Local References

SOLAR/WIND ENERGY 7l

ALTERNATIVE ENGINEERING SOLAR • GO SOLAR • TAX INCENTIVES! Design & engineering solar/wind systems • Huge rebates • Financing available • Local Palisades contractor • Lic # 912279 • Call for free consultation : (877) 898-1948

MISCELLANEOUS 7n

ADVERTISE YOUR BUSINESS IN THE PALISADIAN-POST. Call Kendy, (310) 454-1321 x40 for display advertising

NANNIES/BABYSITTERS 8a

MY FABULOUS NANNY HOUSEKEEPER. 18 yrs, same family. Looking for work in Palisades. US citizen. English speaking. Drives. Great with babies. Trustworthy. Loving. Call Vonnie, (310) 617-2644

DOMESTIC AGENCIES 9

VIP NANNY AGENCY • “Providing very important people with the very best nanny.” • Baby Nurses • Birthing Coaches • Housekeepers. (818) 907-1017, (310) 614-3646

HOUSEKEEPERS 9a

“PROFESSIONAL SERVICES.” We make your home our business. Star sparkling cleaning services. In the community over 15 years. The best in housekeeping for the best price. Good references. Call Bertha, (323) 754-6873 & cell (213) 393-1419

HOUSEKEEPER/BABYSITTER/ELDER CARE, day or night, available Monday-Sunday. Own transportation, excellent ref’s. Call Maria, (310) 948-9637

OUR HOUSEKEEPER looking for work every other Monday. Excellent cleaning, good English, excellent references. Please call Raquel after 5 p.m. at (213) 736-5362

WONDERFUL HOUSEKEEPER AVAILABLE DAYS! Honest and reliable. Speaks English. Uses bus. Please call Virginia at (323) 766-7527

HOUSEKEEPER/BABYSITTER, great references. Available Tuesday to Friday. Have own transportation. Good English. Please call Carmen (310) 412-1747

HOUSEKEEPER 20 YEARS EXPERIENCE. Honest, dependable, English speaking, has own car. Available Thursday, but flexible. Call Teresa, (323) 754-8058

ELDER CARE/COMPANIONS 10a

GOOD COMPANY Senior Care. A premiere private duty home care agency. Provides in-home care and companionship to help people remain independent and happy at home. If you are a caring individual who would like to join our team, please call (323) 932-8700. joni@goodcopros.com

LIVE-IN COMPANION/HELPER. Trade services for living quarters. Mature, responsible female. Excellent refs. Assist w/ driving, shopping, organizing, meal prep, animals, etc. Compassionate, positive. N/S, N/D. English speaking only. Adriana, (310) 720-6103

GARDENING/LANDSCAPING 11

GARY’S GREENERY, LANDSCAPE DESIGN • Installation • Sprinklers • Hardscape Lighting • Waterwise Landscape Management • Lic. #904383 B.S. Horticulture. Save money. Grants up to $5,000 for Santa Monica residents. www.garysgreenery.com • (310) 991-2331

MOVING & HAULING 11b

HONEST MAN SERVICES. All jobs, big or small. Hauls it all. 14 foot truck. 20th year Westside. Delivery to 48 states. (310) 285-8688

HEALING ARTS 12

SPEAK WITH MOTHER EARTH Could change your life. FREE! speakwithmotherearth@gmail.com

WINDOW WASHING 13h

THE WINDOWS OF OZ. Detailed interior/exterior glass & screen cleaning. High ladder work. 25% holiday discount. Next day service available. Free estimates. Licensed & bonded. (310) 926-7626

EXPERT WINDOW CLEANER • Experienced 21 yrs on Westside. Clean & detailed. Can also clean screens, mirrors, skylights & scrape paint off glass. Free estimates. Brian, (310) 289-5279

CATERING 14

HOLIDAY EVENT PLANNER & CULINARY STUDENT. Le Cordon Bleu student and event planner to help with your holiday prep, cooking, serving, menus & all event details. 10+ years experience. $40/hr. Please call Danielle, (310) 691-0578. daniellesamendez@gmail.com

PET SERVICES/PET SITTING 14g

PRIVATE DOG WALKER/runner/housesitter, Palisades & Santa Monica. S.M. Canyon resident. Please call or email Sherry, (310) 383-7852, email: Sherry230@verizon.net

PERSONAL TOUCH DOG WALKING/OUTINGS/SITTING SERVICE. Cats, too! 30 yr. Pali resident. Very reliable. Refs available. If you want special care for your pet, pls call Jacqui, (310) 454-0104, cell (310) 691-9893

COMPUTER LESSONS 15

LEARN PHOTOSHOP From the ground up! Fun & Easy! ONLINE COURSE. Perfect for scrapbookers, students, photographers and graphic designers. Visit site for details. www.photoshopbasics101.com

FITNESS INSTRUCTION 15a

HAVE FUN! GET FIT! NORDIC WALKING CLASSES. Certified Advanced Nordic walking instructor, Palisades resident teaches private/group classes in the Palisades. Weekends. (310) 266-4651

TUTORS 15e

INDIVIDUALIZED INSTRUCTION. Children & adults. 20+ years teaching/tutoring exper. MATH, GRAMMAR, ESSAY WRITING & STUDY SKILLS. Formerly Sp. Ed. teacher. Call Gail, (310) 313-2530

MS. SCIENCE TUTOR. Ph.D., Experienced, Palisades resident. Tutor All Ages In Your Home. Marie, (310) 888-7145

PROFESSIONAL TUTOR. Stanford graduate (BA and MA, Class of 2000). Available for all subjects and test prep (SAT & ISEE). In-home tutoring at great rates. Call Jonathan, (310) 560-9134

CLEARLY MATH & MORE! Specializing in math & now offering chemistry & physics! Elementary thru college level. Test prep, algebra, trig, geom, calculus. Fun, caring, creative, individualized tutoring. Math anxiety. Call Jamie, (310) 459-4722

EXPERIENCED SPANISH TUTOR • All grade levels • Grammar • Conversational • SAT/AP • Children, adults • Great references. Noelle, (310) 273-3593, (310) 980-6071

SPANISH TUTORING. South American teacher, university degree, all levels —college and beyond. Learn, improve, get confident for studies, work & traveling. Call (310) 741-8422

SPANISH TUTOR. All grade levels. UCLA adult student. Lived in Spain and Mexico. Affordable rates. Call evenings, (310) 434-1578

SCIENCE & MATH TUTOR. All levels (elementary to college). Ph.D., MIT graduate, 30 years experience. Ed Kanegsberg, (310) 459-3614

COLLEGE ESSAYS! Experienced college professor available to help with college or graduate school essays. Call Steve, (310) 573-1665

K-4 ELEMENTARY TUTOR • CA & AZ Cert. Elem Teacher • Qualified in all subjects but specialize in reading skills K-4 incl phonics, reading comprehension, spelling & writing • Will strengthen learning while building academic confidence & self-esteem • Motivational, creative, positive relationships w/ students • Will come to your home. Caroline, (424) 228-5744 or email cmiller16@gmail.com

CONCRETE, MASONRY, POOLS 16c

MASONRY, CONCRETE & POOL CONTRACTOR. 36 YEARS IN PACIFIC PALISADES. Custom masonry & concrete, stamped, driveways, pools, decks, patios, foundations, fireplace, drainage control, custom stone, block & brick, tile. Excellent local references. Lic. #309844. Bonded/insured/ workmen’s comp. Family owned & operated. MIKE HORUSICKY CONSTRUCTION, INC. (310) 454-4385 • www.horusicky.com

CONSTRUCTION 16d

ALAN PINE, GENERAL CONTRACTOR • New homes • Remodeling • Additions • Kitchen & bath • Planning/architectural services • Insured • Local refs. Lic. #469435. (310) 457-5655 or (818) 203-8881

DOORS 16f

“DOOR WORKS” • Residential and commercial, door repairs, replacements. Handicap services, weatherstripping. Free est. Premium service. Lic. #917844. (310) 598-0467, (818) 346-7900

ELECTRICAL 16h

PALISADES ELECTRIC. ELECTRICAL CONTRACTOR. All phases of electrical, new construction to service work. (310) 454-6994. Lic. #468437 Insured Professional Service

ELECTRICIAN HANDYMAN. Local service only. Non-lic. Please call (310) 454-6849 or (818) 317-8286

ELECTRICAL WORK. Call Dennis! 26 yrs experience, 24 hours, 7 day service. Lic. #728200. (310) 621-3905

NORTH BAY ELECTRIC • Give Us A Call, We Do It All! • Prompt Service • Reasonable Rates • Serving the Palisades Since 1984 • Lic. #493652 • (310) 456-7076

FENCES, DECKS 16j

THE FENCE MAN. 18 years quality work. Wood fences • Decks • Gates • Chainlink & patio • Wrought iron • Lic. #663238, bonded. (818) 706-1996

INDEPENDENT SERVICE CARLOS FENCE: Wood & Picket Fences • Chain Link • Iron & Gates • Deck & Patio Covers. Ask for Carlos, (310) 677-2737 or fax (310) 677-8650. Non-lic.

DECK REPAIR, SEALING & STAINING. Local resident, local clientele. 1 day service. (See ad under handyman.) Marty, (310) 459-2692

FLOOR CARE 16m

GREG GARBER’S HARDWOOD FLOORS SINCE 1979. Install, refinish. Fully insured. Local references (310) 230-4597 Lic. #455608

CENTURY HARDWOOD FLOOR • Refinishing, Installation, Repairs. Lic. #813778. www.centurycustomhardwoodfloorinc.com • centuryfloor@sbcglobal.net • (800) 608-6007 • (310) 276-6407

GOLDEN HARDWOOD FLOORS. Professional Installation and refinishing. National Wood Flooring Association member. License #732286. Plenty of local references. (877) 622-2200 • www.goldenhardwoodfloors.com

JEFF HRONEK, 39 YRS. RESIDENT • HARDWOOD FLOORS INC. • Sanding & Refinishing • Installations • Pre-finished • Unfinished • Lic. #608606. Bonded, Insured, Workers Comp. www.hronekhardwoodfloors.com (310) 475-1414

HANDYMAN 16o

HANDYMAN • HOOSHMAN • Most known name in the Palisades. Since 1975. Member Chamber of Commerce. Lic. #560299. Call for your free est. Local refs available. Hooshman, (310) 459-8009, 24 Hr.

LABOR OF LOVE carpentry, plumbing, tile, plaster, doors, windows, fencing & those special challenges. Work guaranteed. License #B767950. Ken at (310) 487-6464

LOCAL RESIDENT, LOCAL CLIENTELE. Make a list, call me. I specialize in repairing, replacing all those little nuisances. Not licensed; fully insured; always on time. 1 Call, 1 Guy: Marty, (310) 459-2692

HANDYMAN SERVING PALISADIANS for 14 years. Polite & on time. No job too small. Refs available. Non-lic. Ready for winter? (310) 454-4121 or cell, (310) 907-6169. djproservices@yahoo.com

HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING 16p

SANTA MONICA HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING. INSTALLATION: New and old service and repairs. Lic. #324942 (310) 393-5686

PAINTING, PAPERHANGING 16r

PAUL HORST • Interior & Exterior PAINTING • 54 YEARS OF SERVICE • Our reputation is your safeguard. License No. 186825 • (310) 454-4630 • Bonded & Insured

TILO MARTIN PAINTING. For A Professional Job Call (310) 230-0202. Refs. Lic. #715099

SQUIRE PAINTING CO. Interior and Exterior. License #405049. 25 years. Local Service. (310) 454-8266. www.squirepainting.com

ZARKO PRTINA PAINTING. Interior/Exterior. 35 years in service. Lic. #637882. Call (310) 454-6604

PAINTER, SMALL JOBS PREFERRED. Interiors only. 20 years experience. References available. Very reasonable rates. Excellent craftsmanship. Non-lic. Tim, (310) 433-9610

RAINGUTTERS & DOWNSPOUTS 16u

RAINDROPS KEEP FALLING on your head!! Gutter clean out and repair. Owen Cruickshank, (310) 459-5485. Cal. Lic. #576445

REMODELING 16v

KANAN CONSTRUCTION • References. BONDED • INSURED • St. Lic. #554451 • DANIEL J. KANAN, CONTRACTOR, (310) 451-3540 / (800) 585-4-DAN

LABOR OF LOVE HOME REPAIR & REMODEL. Kitchens, bathrooms, cabinetry, tile, doors, windows, decks, etc. Work guar. Ken Bass, General Contractor. Lic. #B767950. (310) 487-6464

COMPLETE CUSTOM CONSTRUCTION • New/Spec Homes • Kit+bath remodeling • Additions • Quality work at reasonable rates guaranteed. Large & small projects welcomed. Lic. #751137. Call Michael Hoff Construction, (310) 710-3199

ROOFING 16w

JOE (NOT THE PLUMBER), THE ROOFER, carpenter, painter, masonry, tile, brick, concrete, retaining walls, landscaper, winter leaks, windows, chimneys, skylights, gutters, remodels. Non-lic. (310) 457-4652

HELP WANTED 17

DRIVERS: TEAMS EARN TOP DOLLAR plus great benefits. Solo drivers also needed for Western Regional. Werner Enterprises, (800) 346-2818 x123

HUNGRY FOR SUCCESS? Motivated? Do you want financial freedom? Join our team of distributors. Work with the number one company in scientifically based anti aging skincare. Amazing new anti aging technology! Earning potential $500,000 a year. Call (310) 795-1515

WESTSIDE RETAIL NURSERY needs full time employee. Send resume/application to: P.O. Box 476, 1223 Wilshire Bl., Santa Monica, CA 90403

AUTOS 18b

REDUCED! 1999 FORD F250 Super Duty V10 Supercab Longbed, black w/ lumber rack & Weatherguard tool box. Great work truck! $5,000 OBO. (310) 576-0622

2006 SUBARU TRIBECA B9. Gold, very good condition, almost fully loaded. 14,000 miles. $18,000. (310) 471-2423

FURNITURE 18c

60” ROUND ENGLISH PEDESTAL WALNUT TABLE with 6 chairs. $2,000. (310) 614-2861

PETS, LIVESTOCK 18e

• LAB PUPS AKC • YELLOW/WHITE/CHOCOLATE. World famous champion English import lines. Square heads, intelligent & calm, loving temperament. Magic Mountain Area. (661) 269-4673

MISCELLANEOUS 18g

PIANO SALE! Samick upright style. Beautiful ivory color. Great condition. Must see! $1,350 or best offer. Located in the Highlands. Call Kathryn anytime, (310) 874-1498

THOMAS THE TANK ENGINE SET. Enormous collection! Perfect condition, 53 trains—all wooden, 10 buildings & 6 tunnels/tolls. Plus lots of track. A young boy’s dream present. Value $1,800, reduced to $750. Christine, (310) 849-6250

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WANTED: Old tube guitar amplifiers, working or not. ‘50s, ‘60s, etc. Tommy, (310) 895-5057 • profeti2001@yahoo.com

PIANO. Would like to buy a SPINET PIANO. Call Eileen, (310) 573-4222

EARLY HOLIDAY DEADLINE

The offices of the Palisadian-Post will be closed on Thursday, January 1, 2009, for the Christmas and New Year’s Day holiday.

The classified ad deadline will be Friday, December 26, at 11 a.m.

Top 10 Stories of 2008

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Winner Alex Bogomolov (right) shakes hands with runner-up Phillip King after their epic match in the “Shotgun 21” final at the Palisades Tennis Center in August. Photo: Jared Rosen

With another exciting year of sports on the horizon, it’s time to look back at the games, events and athletes that made headlines over the last 12 months in Pacific Palisades. Counting down the Top 10 stories in 2008… 10. “Hoop Dreams” at Howland’s Camp For the third straight year, UCLA men’s basketball coach Ben Howland held his youth basketball camp at Palisades High July 21-25 and 210 kids signed up–70 more than the previous summer. Players were placed on teams in one of three divisions–the SEC (grades 1-2); the Pac-10 (grades 3-4) and the NBA (grades 5-7). Campers were taught the basics of dribbling, passing, rebounding, defensive stance free throw shooting and jump shooting. “We want the kids to have fun, but we also want them to learn the fundamentals of basketball,” Howland said. “I see a lot of future Bruins out here.” 9. Dolphins’ Football Wins Charter Bowl Coach Kelly Loftus made a statement by placing his team in the City Section’s upper division playoff bracket despite a 1-9 record the previous season. The Dolphins didn’t quite reach that goal but they did win five games. None was bigger than their emphatic 21-0 shutout of Granada Hills in Charter Bowl III’Palisades’ first victory in the growing rivalry between the City’s two charter schools. The Highlanders had won the first two contests by a combined score of 58-13. “Goose egg, fellas!” an elated defensive line coach Ron Evans told his players in the post-game huddle, holding the bronze Charter Bowl trophy aloft. “That’s the best defense I’ve seen over here in five years.” 8. New Winners in Will Rogers 5/10K It seemed fitting that in the same year the Palisades-Will Rogers Race entered its fourth decade, it produced four first-time winners–a subtle reminder that while a runner’s prime is short, the race itself has yet to reach its peak. The 31st chapter of Pacific Palisades’ hometown race went off shortly after 8:15 a.m. on July 4 thanks to official starters Ed Strange and Dayne Coyle of Fire Station 69. First to finish was Brian Duff of West Los Angeles, who ran the 5K in 16:49. The men’s 10K winner was 32-year-old Mar Vista resident Kevin Purcell, who runs for the “Fluffy Bunnies” Track Club. Not knowing the course mattered little to Cal State L.A. teammates Vivien Wadeck and Shawna Burger, who won the women’s 5 and 10Ks, respectively, on their first tries. 7. Mustang Cubs Have Dream Season Don’t call it coincidence that the Cubs wrapped up the Palisades Pony Baseball Association’s Mustang Division championship in June at the Field of Dreams. It was a dream season for Mike DeSantis’ team, to be remembered as one of the best in the league’s 54-year history. The Cubs beat the Red Sox, 11-5, to finish the season with an astounding 19-2 record. They outscored their opponents by an average of five runs a game. “The kids practiced hard and played hard every game,” DeSantis said. “I’ve coached [PPBA] for 11 years and this is the best team I’ve had by far.” In the Bronco Division, the Dodgers beat the Tigers, 6-4, on a walk-off home run by Nick Rivera. The Cubs won the Pinto Division by defeating the Orioles, 8-3, in the deciding game. 6. Globetrotters Visit Corpus Christi From the moment they strolled into the Corpus Christi gym in February twirling red, white and blue basketballs on their fingertips to the tune of “Sweet Georgia Brown,” Harlem Globetrotters “Sweet” Lou Dunbar and Eugene “Wildkat” Edgerson had their young audience captivated. The dynamic pair did more than demonstrate the wizardry and skills that have come to symbolize the world’s most famous basketball team for 82 years, they also introduced students to the Globetrotters’ C.H.E.E.R. Challenge program focusing on cooperation, healthy mind and body, effort, enthusiasm and responsibility. “In our long history we’ve won over 22,500 games and to do that we have to work well as a unit,” said Edgerson, a 6′ 7″ forward in his third year with the Globetrotters. “Every day we put on a uniform our job is to have fun and make people happy. It’s all about having positive energy.” 5. Blue Perfect on Road to Pony Title Quite often the Pony Division gets lost in the PPBA shuffle, playing many games at night and at other venues. This spring, though, it was hard to overlook the achievement of Pali Blue, a local 13- and 14-year-old squad, which went 20-0 on its way to winning the Pony Division championship. Piloted by veteran coach Clark Porter, Pali Blue overcame every obstacle, including tough semifinal and final playoff games, to establish itself as one of the best youth baseball teams Pacific Palisades has ever produced. Pali Blue saved one of its most exciting victories for last, plating three runs in the first inning before holding on to beat Santa Monica Red, 7-5, to clinch the championship. 4. Mickelson Triumphs at Riviera As great a golfer as Phil Mickelson is, he has spent much of his career chasing Tiger Woods for the world’s No. 1 ranking. On a Sunday afternoon in February, however, he did something his archrival hasn’t–win at historic Riviera Country Club. For the second year in a row, the player known as “Lefty” was the leader heading into the final round of the PGA Tour’s Los Angeles stop, now called the Northern Trust Open. This time, Mickelson was able to finish the deal, tapping in a short par putt on the 18th hole for a two-stroke victory over Jeff Quinney, who had made a hole in one at the par-3 sixth hole the day before. “The names on this trophy are pretty cool and bring some element of history to this tournament,” said Mickelson, who takes his place alongside legends like Sam Snead, Ben Hogan, Byron Nelson and Arnold Palmer. “Riviera is a very special place, a fun, challenging golf course that’s withstood the test of time.” 3. PaliHi Squads Power to City Crowns Not having a pool to practice in only served to strengthen the resolve of Palisades High’s girls swim team, which captured its third straight section championship in May. Despite not winning one individual event, the Dolphins had enough to outscore runner-up Cleveland 291-246 in the finals. One week before, Palisades’ boys volleyball team rallied to beat El Camino Real in five games to win its first City title in 10 years. Setter Scott Vegas had 49 assists and hitter Kene Izuchukwu was 19-for-19 on kills as the Dolphins went 19-0 and ended the West Valley League’s streak of nine straight City titles. Coach Chris Forrest liked winning so much that he added another title with the girls team in November–its second straight section crown. Led by City MVP Laura Goldsmith, Palisades took out Granada Hills in four games in the finals. 2. Pali Blues Kick to League Championship It’s hard to imagine a franchise enjoying more success in its first year than the Pali Blues had in their inaugural W-League season. The team debuted in January on a cold and rainy night at Stadium by the Sea, the Blues played Beijing to a 1-1 draw in an exhibition game, giving local fans a glimpse of the high level of soccer they were to enjoy all season. Under Coach Charlie Naimo, the Blues capped a perfect 14-0-0 record with a 2-1 victory over FC Indiana in the W-League championship game in Virginia Beach on August 2. The Blues scored twice in the final eight minutes, on goals by Amy LePeilbet and Kandace Wilson. “We’re very proud to bring a championship back home to the Palisades,” Naimo said. “That was our goal right from the start and it feels good to have accomplished what we set out to do.” 1. PTC’s “Shotgun 21” Comes up Aces No sporting event in Pacific Palisades this year attracted more attention than the Palisades Tennis Center’s first-ever Shotgun 21 World Championships in August, a unisex tournament that pitted many of the best male and female players against each other in a drop-hit format designed to create longer, more strategic points. “Every year we want to do something special for the community that says thanks for supporting the tennis center,” PTC founder and tournament organizer Steve Bellamy said. “This was by far the best collection of tennis talent we’ve ever had on these courts. With the power in the game now you don’t see too many long rallies like there were today. There were some phenomenal points.” Players had to serve underhanded, switching sides and rotating servers every five points like in ping pong. No second serves or lets were allowed. The lone survivor at the end of the 32-player main draw was Alex Bogomolov, who shrugged off a furious comeback by fellow former USTA Junior No. 1 player, Phillip King, to win the final match, 21-20, in front of a packed crowd at the public courts off Alma real. Jill Craybas, ranked No. 50 on the WTA Tour as recently as May, advanced the furthest among the women, losing to top-seeded Sam Querrey in the quarterfinals.

Happy Holidays from the Post Administration Dept.

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Clockwise from left: Roberta Donohue, Sharon Reynolds, Cheryel Kanan, Carol Slick and Jolene Knight.
Clockwise from left: Roberta Donohue, Sharon Reynolds, Cheryel Kanan, Carol Slick and Jolene Knight.

Publisher Roberta Donohue was born and raised in Pacific Palisades, where her father owned the Mobil station. In 1972, she was hired by the Palisadian-Post as a typesetter in the Graphics Department. She has worked in virtually every department before becoming publisher in 1987. Married for 35 years, Roberta and husband Rich have a daughter, Jenny, a Loyola Marymount University freshman. Roberta has been active in the Chamber of Commerce for more than 20 years, serving as president in 2000, receiving the 2005 Mort Farberow Businessperson of the Year Award, and is currently an Executive Board advisor. Business manager Cheryel Kanan has been with the Post since 1984. A 45-year resident of the Palisades, she has five children and seven grandchildren, who live locally and keep her very busy. Cheryel has been active with the Chamber of Commerce since 1983, served as past president, and received its 2006 Mort Farberow Businessperson of the Year Award. Cheryel serves on the boards of PAPA, Santa Monica YMCA, and Santa Monica College. Office manager Sharon Reynolds has been in charge of circulation since 1989. Sharon moved to California from Missouri when she was a high school junior and met husband Jim, the Post’s production manager. Sharon and Jim have been married for 45 years and have two daughters, a son, five grandchildren, a great-grandson, and a boxer, Rocky. Office assistant Jolene Knight is the backup receptionist and works four days a week in three departments. A West L.A. native, she attended UCLA. Jolene has a son and a grandson, and she loves to bake (especially her popular banana bread!). Carol Slick’is the’administrative assistant for the publisher in commercial printing and also handles the Post’s classified advertising. She grew up in San Francisco and has a degree in liberal arts from Mount St. Mary’s College in Brentwood. Carol has two sons and a granddaughter, Chiara, who will be two in January.

Cowboys Win Bantam Title

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Quarterback Shane Skelly led the Cowboys to the Palisades Recreation Center's Majors Division flag football title last week.
Quarterback Shane Skelly led the Cowboys to the Palisades Recreation Center’s Majors Division flag football title last week.

Drew Daniele scored the two touchdowns, including the game-winner on the final play, as the Cowboys upset the undefeated Rams, 21-20, to win the Palisades Recreation Center’s Bantam Division flag football championship December 16 at the Field of Dreams. Daniele dove into the end zone for the decisive touchdown on a 12-yard sweep, his second rushing score of the game. Earlier, Cowboys’ quarterback Shane Skelly threw a 35-yard touchdown pass to Kevin Mardirossian. All three were also key contributors on defense. The Cowboys, who had finished the regular season in second place, also got outstanding play from Nicholas Massey, Mac Brenner, Anthony Spencer, Riley Byington, Billy Howenstein and Jackson Rodeno. “I’ve been coaching baseball, basketball and now football for about three years and I’ve never witnessed a group of kids with that much determination,” said Cowboys Coach Mark Skelly, who was assisted throughout the season by Curt Massey. “They never quit and really believed, down to the last second, that they would win. I’m really proud of them.”

Happy Holidays from the Post Graphics Dept.

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Tom Hofer, Ed Lowe and Manfred Hofer.
Tom Hofer, Ed Lowe and Manfred Hofer.
Photo by Rich Schmitt, Staff Photographer

Working at the Post since 1984, Palisadian Ed Lowe is the graphics department manager. He is an avid muscle-car enthusiast and a certified professional Nordic walking instructor. Ed enjoys sport fishing in La Paz and hiking in Temescal Canyon.’He has volunteered his time throughout the years for the Chamber of Commerce. Manfred Hofer marked 26 years as a graphic artist at the Post this past July. He has played guitar in various rock bands, and has also performed as a stage actor. His other interests include yoga, black-and-white photography and teaching himself to play the piano. This summer, he resumed bicycling after a decades-long hiatus. Tom Hofer has worked in the Graphics Department for 19 years. His time away from the Post is spent making collages, writing and playing music, and developing his photographic skills.

Happy Holidays from the Post Production Dept.

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The Post's production staff consists of Greg Morataya, Jonathan Merwitzer, Luis Hernandez, Keith McDaniel, Jim Reynolds, Angel Rosas, Manuel Tavarez and Tommy Aguilar.
The Post’s production staff consists of Greg Morataya, Jonathan Merwitzer, Luis Hernandez, Keith McDaniel, Jim Reynolds, Angel Rosas, Manuel Tavarez and Tommy Aguilar.
Photo by Rich Schmitt, Staff Photographer

Since 1978, production manager Jim Reynolds has had the responsibility of making sure all the printing jobs and the newspaper get out on time. Jim has a collection of NASCAR toys parked in his den. On weekends, you’ll find him rooting for the Ohio State Buckeyes. A 15-year veteran of the Post, Manuel Tavarez operates the Heidelberg one-color press. He is a native of Zapotlanejo, just outside Guadalajara, which is in the heart of Mexico’s tequila plants. Manuel roots for Mexico’s soccer team. He has four children: his youngest is five and his oldest daughter attends UC Irvine. Keith McDaniel joined the Post almost eight years ago as a press operator. He lives in Pico Rivera with wife Carol, who works for Bank of the West, and daughters Kayla and Katie. Both of his girls play softball and when Keith isn’t watching them, he’s biking or running. Keith also plays acoustic guitar. Tommy Aguilar, pressroom assistant, celebrated his sixth year at the Post in September. He lives in Venice with his wife and has four children: Vito, Alyssa, Jessica and Joel. Tommy comes from a musical family. He started playing guitar at seven and is known in the musical community for playing blues, jazz, rock and heavy metal with equal ease. He builds amplifiers and restores vintage ones. Pressman Luis Hernandez has been at the Post for four years. A Los Angeles native, he attended L.A. High School, where he was a varsity freestyle swimmer. When he’s not rooting for the Dodgers or Lakers, Luis visits his twin brother and two-year-old nephew in San Bernardino. Gregory Morataya has been working at the Post for two years. Raised in Silverlake, he attended John Marshall High School. Before coming to the Post, Greg spent two years in Florida working in construction and painting. He enjoys practicing the martial arts, working out, watching Lakers basketball, and hanging out with friends. Palisadian Jonathan Merwitzer is the circulation assistant. He enjoys martial arts and is a fan of both the Dodgers and the Lakers. The newest addition to the production team is pressman Angel Rosas. Born in Mexico City, Angel moved to Los Angeles 35 years ago. He has been married for 31 years and has two grown children. Angel spends most Saturdays golfing and Sundays are reserved for church, family and an occasional movie.

Happy Holidays from the Post Advertising Dept.

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Clockwise from left: Grace Hiney, Kendy Veazie, Jeff Ridgway and Kathryn Lancey.
Clockwise from left: Grace Hiney, Kendy Veazie, Jeff Ridgway and Kathryn Lancey.
Photo by Rich Schmitt, Staff Photographer

An English major in college, Grace Hiney first applied to the Post in 1971. When asked if she could write a restaurant review, she replied, ‘I guess so.’ She has been the Post restaurant editor and account executive ever since. An avid home cook and 43-year resident of the Palisades, she has two children and five grandchildren. Long-time Palisades resident Jeff Ridgway has been at the Post for nearly four years and enjoys starting every morning with a cup of espresso. He grew up in Sacramento and attended UC Davis, where he majored in English. His latest obsession is Sudoku on the New York Times Web site. A native of Tennessee, Kendy Veazie lives in the Palisades and has worked for the Post for six years. She volunteers for various charities and enjoys traveling, yoga and independent cinema. Sales executive Kathryn Lancey and her husband, Chris, moved to Pacific Palisades 10 years ago from Orange County, where they started their family; Alycia,18, Cameron, 16, and Victoria, 13. Kathryn finds the same folksy spirit in the Palisades as in her native Long Beach, where her mother (85 years young) still resides in Kathryn’s childhood home. Kathryn’s passion is music, whether rockin’ out to her iPod or singing with the Contemporary Worship Band at Palisades Presbyterian Church. She also enjoys tennis and cooking. After years of consulting in marketing, Kathryn is happy to be a full-time mom working locally.

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