Alina Maria Liniecki, née Skupin, age 94, died on December 31, 2025, leaving behind a life defined by determination, intellect, elegance, and an unwavering devotion to family and work. Alina was born in Gniezno, Poland, to Pelagia and Jan Skupin and grew up in Pozna? with her younger brother, Janusz. Her childhood unfolded amid the hardship and fear of World War II, during the German occupation ...

Lawrence “Laurie” Liston passed away peacefully at the age of 90, two years after he was diagnosed with leukemia. Laurie was born in Palo Alto to Dr. Edward Liston, an English immigrant and early family practitioner at the Palo Alto Medical Clinic, and Anita von Husen Liston, a third generation Californian of German and Russian heritage. Laurie was the fourth of five children who grew up on Ha...

Dorothy “Dot” Margaret Mary Lloyd September 6, 1935 – May 11, 2026 Dot Lloyd, a trailblazing entrepreneur, devoted mother, and lifelong adventurer, passed away peacefully on May 11, 2026, at the age of 90. Dot lived a life defined by a fierce competitive spirit, unwavering generosity, and a refusal to sacrifice her independence. Dot lived a life defined by curiosity and a refusal to slow d...

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of our beloved sister, Mary Helen Luna, on February 27, 2026, at age 67 after a prolonged illness. She resided in Mountain View, California her entire life. She was a graduate of Mountain View High School and worked at Bank of America and Shoreline Amphitheater beginning with its opening in 1986. She is survived by her partner, Dean Potts...

Donald Hugh Mac Millan died peacefully at home on December 9. He was the beloved son of Kathryn and Hugh, brother to Janet and Joyce, and devoted father of Deborah and David from his first marriage to Donna. In 1986 he was joined in marriage with Judy, and became stepdad to Andrea, Dave, Suzy, and Dana. The following 39 years brought 15 grandchildren and 7 great-grandchildren. Born in Buffalo, ...

Carol Anne Massard, longtime Menlo Park resident, died peacefully on 11/29/2025 at Eisenhower Medical Center in Rancho Mirage after a long period of illness. She was 96. She was born Carol Anne Galligan in Milton, MA, where she grew up and was a 1946 graduate of Milton High School, and was a 1948 graduate of Lasell Junior College (now Lasell University) in Newton, MA. Carol went on to work as a me...

Martha Prindle McLaughlin, 89, of Palo Alto, passed away peacefully on April 6, 2026, surrounded by her loving family and caregivers. She was born in Hillsborough, California, where she attended local schools and graduated from UCSF with a degree in Nursing. She worked as a nurse in San Francisco, San Jose and Stanford, but Martha dedicated her life primarily to her cherished role as a daug...

Obituary for Oden James McMillan Oden James McMillan (OJ) was born on March 8, 1944, in Trenton, New Jersey. He passed away on January 20, 2026, in Sacramento, California, surrounded by family. OJ grew up in New Jersey and Maryland, and was a gifted student. He studied mechanical engineering at Georgia Tech in Atlanta, Georgia, and near the end of his time there, met and fell in love wi...

Robert “Bobby” McMillen, a loyal son and devoted friend, passed away at the age of 78 on Wednesday, February 11, 2026. Born and raised in Palo Alto, California, Robert grew up in this community that remained central to his life until his death. He was preceded in death by his beloved mother, father and brother. Robert proudly served his country during the Vietnam era from 1968 to 1971 and...

Bonnie Stewart Mikkelsen (Mickelson), beloved mother, partner, and community spirit, passed away peacefully on February 17, 2026, at the home of her son in Petoskey, Michigan, surrounded by several of her many children. She was 93. Born Blanche Carnehan Stewart on August 21, 1932, in Akron, Ohio, to H. Bartlett Stewart Jr. and Catherine Seiberling Stewart of Hartville, Ohio. Bonnie grew up st...

Jean C. Mills passed away peacefully on April 27 at the age of 100. She was deeply loved by her family and will be greatly missed. Lady Jean will be remembered for her wonderful smile, love of music, passion for cooking, and kind heart. Private family arrangements are being held. Photo courtesy of her son, John Kehres....

Carolyn Graves Mitchell, “Lynn,” died peacefully at her home in Palo Alto while being cared for by her two daughters. She was 88 years old. Lynn Mitchell is renowned for her considerate contributions to her family, friends, and community, made through her love, generosity, and wit. One need not have known her intimately to perceive her joyous, open-hearted spirit. She cherished her family dear...

Nicholas Hayes Ney, PhD February 8, 1953 – April 21, 2026 Nicholas Hayes Ney, PhD, psychologist, passed away on April 21, 2026, at Silverado Belmont Hills Memory Care in Belmont, California, following complications from advanced Alzheimer’s disease. He was 73. Nick was born in Darien, Connecticut. He attended Hampshire College in Amherst, Massachusetts, where he later served on the Board of...

Saye Noguchi, a longtime Palo Alto resident, retired Ohlone Elementary School secretary and beloved matriarch of an extended family, died peacefully at home Jan. 3. She was 102. Saye was a superb organizer, manager, cook and hostess. Determined and energetic, she set an example in caring for people in our lives. In the school office, she welcomed every child, family and staff member. At home,...

Lolly Osborne, born Elinor Louise Fasani, passed away peacefully at home on March 6, 2026, surrounded by her three children — Ryan Osborne (Jenette), Kristi Osborne Spector (Dan), and Jani Osborne (Tilio) — and her loyal companion, Vader. She was 85 years young. She was preceded in death by her husband, Thomas L Osborne, in March 2021 after a wonderful 57 years of fun. Born on December 9,...