Gene Pimentel

Gene Pimentel Gene Anthony Pimentel passed away on April 4th, 2016, at his home. He leaves a legacy of good works done for his family, community and country. Gene was born in September 1923 in San Luis Obispo, California, to parents Edward and Ellen Pimentel. He was the eldest of four siblings: Elvira Jenkins, Elaine Thompson and Ernest Pimentel. He graduated from San Luis Obispo High School in 1941 and earned his B.S. degree from Cal Poly in 1949. In December of 1949, Gene married the love of his life, Marjorie Lazzarini who was by his side until the end. Gene served twenty years in the Marine Corps Reserves attaining the rank of Major and served in both World War II and the Korean War. Gene received his M.S. degree and an administrative credential from Cal State University, Los Angeles. He worked 32 years with the Los Angeles Community College District as an instructor, an administrator and President of Harbor College prior to becoming Vice Chancellor. After retiring in 1982, Gene had 29 years of service with the Atascadero Elks and was Exalted Ruler 1990 to 1991. He will be greatly missed by his wife of 66 years, Marge and his three daughters: Kaye Bruns, Karen Campbell (Chris) and Kristin Pimentel. He is also survived by his grandchildren: Jonathan Bruns (Astrid), Keri Bruns, Nick Campbell (Valerie), Travis Campbell, and great-grandchildren, Macy and Malcolm Campbell. Gene led a life of dignity and integrity and was a pillar in the community and in his family. Those that knew him will remember him with great respect and admiration. A Memorial to celebrate his life will be held Saturday, July 9, 2016, at 200pm at the Atascadero Elks Lodge located at 1516 El Camino Real, Atascadero, Calif., 93422. Donations can be made to the Atascadero Elks Lodge in his name. Sign his guestbook at sanluisobispo.com/obituaries