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Delphos Ettleman Obituary

DELPHOS LEE ETTLEMAN In Loving Memory of (Known as LEE) April 26, 1933 - November 20, 2007 Lee was an extraordinary machinist by trade, earning an Emmy and a Golden Globe award while performing his machinist's magic in the post production world. Earl y in his life he owned a surf /scuba diving shop and boat excursion business. He was a motorcycle and car enthusiast. He had a life full of many interesting experiences but the experiences that he treasured most were that of a son, father, and husband. He had many impressive accomplishments throughout his life but what mattered most to him were the relationships that he had with his family. Lee was a good and decent man who will be deeply missed by all who loved him. Wife: Barbara Beaton Ettleman. Chil dren: Debbie Bennett, Robert Ettleman, Jeff Ettleman, Jon Ettleman, Bill McLellan, Belinda McLellan, Betsy Mote, Tessie Kelly, Johanna Coberly. Grandchildren: Brian and Casey Bennett, Erik and Kyle Ettleman, Johnny and Shaina Mote, Zack Zimmerman, Alexandra, Jayke and Aiden Coberly. A Private Ceremony was held Saturday, December 1st, at Nicholas Canyon County Park, Malibu. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to Wishtoyo Foundation Website: www.wishtoyo.org for address information.

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Published by Los Angeles Daily News on Dec. 9, 2007.

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