The Livermore-Amador Symphony Association invites young, talented musicians to participate in two upcoming music competitions. The organization is also holding its POPS on the Green event for families Saturday afternoon.
The Livermore-Amador Symphony Association is now accepting applications for its 51st annual Young Musicians Competition, scheduled for Las Positas College in Livermore on Sunday Oct. 15.
Virginia E. McFann, wife and mother, passed away on Saturday, December 26, 2020, at the age of 88 due to complications from a fall at home. Virginia was born on
Virginia E. McFann, wife and mother, passed away on Saturday, Dec. 26, 2020, at the age of 88, due to complications from a fall at home.
Virginia was born on April 16, 1932, in Seattle, Washington, to Otis and Elizabeth (McCuaig) Lassiter. She graduated high school from Venice High in 1949, received an AA from Santa Monica college and a BA in history from UCLA. After receiving her BA, she returned to UCLA to earn a teaching credential.
She taught for a few years in the Los Angeles School system before leaving to start a family. On June 26, 1955, Virginia married Charles B. McFann, Jr. They raised four sons, Gregory, Brian, Garret, and Kent. They settled in Livermore in 1962 and were active in the community.