This month has brought us heartbreaking news – Our dear friend Craig Rader passed away over the weekend. This comes as a great shock to all of us, as things developed fast after his initial diagnosis of pancreatic cancer in June. We are all thankful he is now in peace and no longer in pain.

We will come together as family and community to honor him, his leadership and his contributions. He has been a friend, colleague, and leader who has given so much to CAPPO and the public purchasing profession. I know we all have great memories and stories to share. CAPPO will recognize his leadership and contributions. We will help to remember him and inspire others through his memory. 

Click here to read Craig's Obituary

A celebration of life will be held on
February 18th from 2:00 - 5:00pm
in Houston Texas at
Maggiano’ Little Italy, 602 Memorial City Mall, Houston Texas 77024.

Please feel free to direct any correspondence or questions to her son, Les Harvey, papagus@yahoo.com.

Andrew P. Reshke (11/9/1930 – 9/23/2021)

Andrew P. Reshke (“Andy”) was born in Oakland California on November 9, 1930 to Andrew J. Reshke and Anne B. Niemczeski. He was followed a year later by sister Joan Frances Reshke. He attended St. Elizabeth’s High School in Oakland for one year then finished his high school studies at St. Joseph’s High School, Alameda in 1949. He was an honor student and participated in the glee club. Upon graduation, he enrolled at the University of San Francisco and obtained a degree in Business Administration in 1953 (and would later receive an MBA from the same). As the war in Korea was under way, he enrolled in advanced ROTC and received a commission as a Second Lieutenant in the U. S. Army Transportation Corps. On October 1, 1953 he was called for active duty and reported to Fort Eustis, Virginia for six
weeks of Transportation Officers’ Basic Course. In July 1954 he received orders to Inchon, South Korea where he was in command of the fleet of drivers who provided transportation to the various army units in the Inchon area. He was released from active duty in mid-1955 and returned to his home in San Leandro.

In July he was hired by the California Packing Corporation (Del Monte foods) in San Francisco as an accounting trainee. He later was transferred to the purchasing department as a buyer. It was there, in 1958, that he met Patricia Frances Egan (“Patty”), taking her on dates in his new 1958 MGA. They married in 1959 in San Francisco at Holy Name Catholic Church. Andy and Patty were blessed with four children in the next five years.

In 1961, he joined the City of San Leandro as Purchasing Agent and remained until 1968 when he became the Purchasing Agent for the County of Sacramento until his retirement in 1992. He was a member of the California Association of Public Procurement Officials and served as President in 1967.

Following retirement, he was invited to apply for a vacant position on the board of the California Prostate Cancer Coalition, having survived prostate cancer early in his retirement. During his term, he was instrumental in achieving the passage of a Senate bill sponsored by Senator Debra Ortiz to make permanent the continuance of the IMPACT program, which provided funds for men who were diagnosed with prostate cancer but who had no insurance or other means of paying for treatment. Andrew was also an active member of the Sacramento Valley MG Car Club, which he and Patty enjoyed for many years.

Andy is preceded in death by Patty, his beloved wife of 59 years, his son, Mark (Mercedes), and his sonin-law, Mark Uphoff. He is survived by his children Paul (Martha), Ann, and Lisa (John Rex); his sister Joan Croker and family; and his ten grandchildren Matthew, Julia, Jillian, Hannah, Parker, Ryan, Amanda, Jessica, Laura, and Nicholas.

Remembering Jesse Rosario, County of Sacramento Procurement Family

Jesus Rosario, known to his family and friends as “Kuya Jesse” passed away on August 16, 2020, at the age of 56 years old.

He will surely be missed for his love and care to his wife, Vivian, who became her confidant and friend for over 28 years. Vivian will fondly recall Jesse’s jokes and laughters. They worked hand in hand in Jehovah’s service. He was ever supportive of his wife's pioneering for many years up to present. They also spent memorable times on cruises and traveling abroad. Like a team, Vivian would love to plan and start a home project and Jesse would complete that project for his beloved wife and celebrate together for a project accomplished! They also worked as a team raising two precious boys, turned to be responsible sons, BJ and KC.

He worked as a Senior contract services officer in Sacramento County for 8 years.

Full Obituary

Memorial Information:

Remembering Rob Richardson -
CAPPO Member County of Orange

Richardson’s passing marks the end of an era. He was a congenial fixture in Santa Ana for so many years and also at the County of Orange, where he was the County Procurement Officer. He was in charge of all procurement activities for the entire County of Orange and had about 250 Deputy Purchasing Agents working under him.

Richardson was a Santa Ana City Councilman from 1990-1998. He was elected a few years after Mayor Miguel Pulido came to power and they were close allies and friends for years.

In February 2003, Richardson was elected to the Board of Education following the recall of SAUSD Trustee Nativo Lopez, which made national headlines. Richards received 65% of the votes cast in that election.

Tyrome worked for the Santa Clara Valley Water District’s Purchasing department for 18 years. During this time, he was a primary buyer for goods and services to support the water utility infrastructure, maintenance and repair services for office facilities, inventory stock, and vehicles and equipment for Valley Water operations. He was active within the CAPPO Chapter and  was known for his hard work, positive attitude, and big smile. Those who worked with him saw his incredible work ethic and a commitment to ethical conduct. 

Tyrome had a lifelong to commitment to growth and learning and took great pleasure in working to advance his broad knowledge base. He possessed Bachelors and Masters of Arts degrees, and was in the final stages of obtaining his PhD in Organizational Psychology. He enjoyed having deep, philosophical conversations on a wide range of topics, and applied his strong analytical and strategic mindset towards the execution of his daily work. As an eternal optimist, he always recognized the good in people and the opportunities to find blessings in everyday life -- a prime example of a positive influence for all his coworkers and family.

He was kind, considerate, and could always be depended upon by his coworkers.  His booming and infectious laughter brought joy to everyone around him, and his warm smile and genuine friendship was shared generously and equally. He was a positive force for all.  Tyrome is survived by Gloria, his wife of 39 years, his two children and two grandchildren.

At the Gateway chapter meeting on August 15 at the East Los Angeles Library, Jose Gonzalez presented a tribute followed by a moment of silence in memory of Cynthia Duprey.

Cynthia Ann Duprey
February 29, 1956 - July 18, 2019

I was given the gift of life on February 29th 1956, (Yes a leap year baby, you do the math). I was a lucky woman who led a blessed existence and for this I am grateful. I have a brother Craig and two sisters Lisa and Lori, with whom I shared a great childhood and a special bond. My wonderful husband, Mark came into my life and filled it with nothing short of sheer amazement. When we met, me with my three beautiful children, and Mark with his two awesome sons, we fell completely in love with each other, instantly becoming the Anderson-Duprey Crew. Our children Tom (Debi), Tim (Amy Lee), Nathan, Chelsea and Cassandra (Constance), along with my remarkable grandchildren Harley, Rylee, Miki and Jaxynn have brought me such joy and made me so very proud.

Throughout my life I had many jobs, but I spent the majority of my working years in the Purchasing Department in the city of South Gate where I enjoyed my time and made great friends along the way. These friends, along with my special lifelong friends, friends I've made through school, through camping and other areas of my life, have filled my life with absolute happiness and love.

With the incentive of having a beautiful motor home and traveling the country, I semi-retired three years ago and enjoyed the heck out of life with my Hubby and the boys, Leo & Tiffin, aka our "fur babies".

And now, all too soon, the time has come to return this wonderful gift of life I've been given. The return of the special gift, although so difficult in so  many ways, comes with an amazing bonus; A reunion with my parents, Barbara and Kensal, and many other family members and friends I have not seen for a very long time. It also brings me the peace of being in the welcoming arms of my Lord and Savior.

You are all forever with me.

All my love,
Cynthia

Corum B. Chan was born on February 23, 1943 in Carmel, CA and died on June 22, 2019 at age 76 at his home in San Bruno, CA.

After earning his Bachelors Degree from San Jose State, he began his career in Purchasing working for the US Navy Supply Center in Oakland, CA. He continued to work in purchasing for over 40 years, working for the City of Hayward, CA, UC Davis and the City of Daly City, CA. He was the head of Daly City's Purchasing Dept. when he retired. He was very active with the California Association of Public Purchasing Officers (CAPPO). He was CAPPO's Legislative Reporter from 1987 to 2018, even after he retired. In addition to Quarterly and Annual Legislative Reports, he also developed online training classes for public purchasing officers. He was made a Honorary Member for Life in 2011.

Mission Mortuary will be providing a private burial service for the family. Donations may be made to the National Kidney Foundation or to a charity of your choice.

View the online memorial for Corum B. Chan

Published in The Monterey Herald on July 1, 2019