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Benito & Azzaro Pacific Gardens Chapel
Claire Ruth Drinkhaus
September 17th, 1926 - September 5th, 2011
Claire R. Drinkhaus Services will be Thursday for Claire R. Drinkhaus who passed away September 5, 2011 at a local convalescent hospital. She was 84. Claire was born in Brooklyn, New York the daughter of Frank and Hattie Reitberg. She was raised in Brighton Beach and was a graduate of Roosevelt High School in Brooklyn. In 1949 Claire married Morris Drinkhaus and in 1989 the couple moved to Santa Cruz where she has lived since. She was a former member of TOPS and in her spare time she enjoyed knitting and reading. She is survived by her daughters, Paulette Hogan of Santa Cruz and Estelle Davey of Corralitos; her sister, Lee Finkelstein of Ft. Lauderdale, FL and three grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Morris Drinkhaus in 1993. A graveside service will be held at Home of Peace Cemetery on Thursday September 8, 2011 at 1:00 pm. Arrangements are under the direction of Benito & Azzaro Pacific Gardens Chapel. Please visit www.pacificgardenschapel.com to light a candle or express your condolences to Claire's family.
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At Benito & Azzaro Pacific Gardens Chapel, we have provided customizable memorial services for many years for families in the greater Santa Cruz, California, area. Every year, more and more families choose Benito & Azzaro when they experience the loss of a loved one. We are dedicated to celebrating life by crafting farewell ceremonies that capture the very essence of the individual. Our approach includes offering clear information about all available options, allowing ample time for decision-making without pressure, and maintaining flexibility to accommodate family wishes, from including the family pet to selecting a unique location. At Benito & Azzaro we believe that your spiritual path is your personal choice. Our services also include worry-free cremations and 24-7 access to assistance....
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