Edith (Kossak) Weiser, long-time resident of Palo Alto, passed away peacefully on September 26, 2026, surrounded by family. She was two months shy of her 100th birthday. She will be long remembered for her humor and generosity. Edith was known by family and friends as having unwavering high standards, with a life built on thoughtful, good habits, and sharing a boundless love for family and friends...

Jane Edwards Williams peacefully passed away on July 11, 2026, having twice turned back cancer. She was born May 29, 1945, to Elmo Wendall and Shirley Fredericka (Poland) Edwards in Antioch, Illinois. After graduating from University of Michigan with a Bachelor’s of Art in Education in 1966 Jane and her friends ventured West in pursuit of adventure. On Valentine’s Day 1968, she met her soon to...

Allen Wood, a beloved husband and father, exceptional space engineer, and creative inventor, passed away in Palo Alto, California, at the age of 91. Allen earned his Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from Purdue University in 1963, where he was also a member of the Theta Chi fraternity. He was proud to have served in the Army through ROTC, active duty, and the reserves. Allen spent his ent...