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Donald Rannals Born January 19, 1944 in Los Angeles, CA, and passed away on February 8, 2009 in Santa Maria, CA. Donald was the owner and operator of Don and Johns Auto Repair in Sunnyvale. He retired in 1999 after 32 years of service. He was preceded in death by his daughter, Tammi Archie. Donald is survived by his wife of 37 years, Anita Rannals. He is also survived by his children; Timothy Rannals, Donnel Almaguer, Debra Yourish, Gordon Little, Samantha Rannals, & Casey Rannals, and is survived by 16 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren, 6 sisters, 2 brothers and numerous nieces and nephews. A graveside service will be held at 1 pm on Thursday, February 12 at Oak Hill Memorial Park, 300 Curtner Ave., SJ. Arrangements by BEDDINGFIELD FUNERAL SERVICE (408) 777-8100.

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Published by San Jose Mercury News on Feb. 10, 2009.

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Linda Roberts

February 11, 2009

Hi family of Donald Rannals,
You do not know me or probably don't remember me. I am the daughter of John Rannals, son of Nanny Rannals and Buz Rannals. I remember Don from seeing you guys at bowling at Moonlite lanes years ago. I am heartbroken over your loss. My love and sympathy goes out to your family.

Linda Rannals Roberts

Arlene Heinkel

February 11, 2009

hi there sister, love you, we had such a good time with my brother and that is what I will have in my heart for the rest of my life. Love Arlene

Gina Amelino-Flack

February 11, 2009

Dear Anita and Family,
I am so sorry to hear about the passing of Don. My father loved him like a son and always enjoyed the time he got to spend with him. He was a wonderful man whom I will always remember fondly.
I will keep you and your family in my prayers.
Love from Gina Amelino-Flack, Louie's daughter

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