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In Memoriam

We salute our members who have passed on and cherish the time we had with them. Now, we celebrate their lives. They live on in their works.

James Wiseman

1928 – 2021

This obituary is compliments of  Jim’s daughters Tracy, and Tanya, with their permission, as James loved the CWC-Mt. Diablo Branch, its events, and the members he cherished. He also brought his family along whenever possible.

My father ended his journey in this world after 93 years. He was my dad, friend, mentor and advisor. He taught me to always be curious and seek knowledge and always grow and learn.

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    Jil Plummer

    November 21, 2019

    Originally a Vancouver Island, Canada native, Jil and her husband traveled the world for his work as a photographer. They had the privilege of living in several countries, some of which became the inspirations for settings in Jil’s books.

    Read Dita Basu’s memorial in the Write News, December 2019.

    Jil’s Author Page

        Ellen Aubry

        1947 – January 27, 2021

        In Ellen’s own words – a quote from her unfinished novel The Grandview Arms:

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        “…It makes me feel an odd sense of panic. I didn’t know her well, but loved the music of her writing…  To go away and take such a gift out of the world, seems like a sacrilege to me…   Am I doing enough to open up my own life?”

            Jack Russ

            December 3, 2020

            Former Mt. Diablo branch president Captain Jack Russ passed away December 3, 2020 in his 90s.

            During a 30 year career in the Navy, Jack collected anecdotes based on his experiences beginning with flying and combat experience aboard a destroyer escort in Korea then assignments around the world.

            Read the memorial in the Write News, January 2021

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                General Meetings and Workshops are held the second Saturday of each month, except July and August.
                Beginning September 2022, we will no longer provide “hybrid* meetings. This is subject to changes due to the pandemic or other unforeseen events. *We reserve the right to offer Zoom-only meetings, as necessary.
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                Zio Fraedo’s Restaurant
                611 Gregory Lane
                Plesant Hill, CA
                Our meetings and workshops are open to the public. A buffet lunch is included. See the Meetings/Workshops page to register. 

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