Obituary of Elizabeth GALPIN

Elizabeth Johannes Galpin passed away on Tuesday, May 19, 2009 in Lake Havasu City, AZ; at the age of 93. She was born on October 6, 1915 in Fresno, CA to Henry and Margaret (Baum) Johannes.Prior to moving to Lake Havasu City, AZ; 9 years ago, Elizabeth lived in Bakersfield, CA; where she worked as a store manager for Mr. Ed Piper's at Sierra Jewelers, for over 40 years. Elizabeth loved to read, doing crafts, sewing and knitting. She was a very giving person, always helping her neighbors and friends. Elizabeth is survived by her daughter, Patricia Galpin of Lake Havasu City, AZ; brothers, Joseph Johannes of Idaho, Eugene Johannes of Colorado; grandchildren, Tammy Morris Lake Havasu City, AZ; Tonja Herron of Lake Havasu City, AZ; Todd Herron of Buckeye, AZ; great grandchildren, Cory, Krystle, Lindsay, Morgan and great great granddaughter, Cloe.Graveside services will be held at Lake Havasu Memorial Gardens on Friday, May 22, 2009 at 10.00 a.m. Pastor Doug Bock will offer words of comfort and inspiration.Donations can be made in Elizabeth's name to Hospice of Havasu, P.O. Box 597, Lake Havasu City, AZ; 86405.Condolences and thoughts can be made to her family at www.lietz-frazefuneralhome.comArrangements were placed under the care of Lietz-Fraze Funeral Home and Crematory.