Couple says 'love at first sight'
Roland Eugene Sink
Grace and Roland said “It was love at first sight.” Two months later, on Sept. 18, they were married.
Grace has a spring to her step. She served as a secretary to teamster Jimmy Hoffa many years ago. She is also the former owner of the Posy flower shop. Roland, who sometimes calls himself Tarzan, taught business math at Pasadena College for many years. He placed fourth in track and field in the 1948 Olympics in London and was pictured in Life Magazine.
Grace was divorced 22 years ago, and Roland has been a widower for more than a year.
At their wedding, Roland cheered as Gracie approached the aisle and said, “Yeah baby.” He was so anxious to say “I do,” the lay minister had to tell him to wait until he got to that part.
Roland told the Alfred Angelo Bridal shop sales person in Brea, “This is forever,” when they were selecting their outfits.
Never seen a happier couple and wish them the best.
BIZ NEWS After losing our Toys “R” Us in Brea several years ago, it was great to learn Toys “R” Us Express opened in the spot where Helen’s Beauty Supply was located in the Sear’s wing of the Brea Mall. They plan to open 600 of these stores nationwide this season.
Those stores that do well, will stay open according to Don Oyama
•Body Basics and Calendar Club are also new at the Brea Mall.
•Imperial Pawn Brokers is having a Brea Chamber of Commerce mixer at 5 p.m. tonight at 777 W. Imperial Highway. Pawn Brokers offer collateral lending services, as well as retail sales and purchasing of items of value.
PEOPLE What doesn’t kill you, makes you stronger! It was close to a year ago, when a benign Teratoma tumor, 6 inches in diameter, weighing almost a pound, collapsed Brea Olinda High School senior Michael Wyant’s
“She was a charter member of the Brea United Methodist Church and attended church regularly until shortly before her death,” said Teresa Hampson
The funeral will be held at 10:30 a.m. Saturday at Brea United Methodist Church.
The La Habra American Legion Post 267 had a dinner recently honoring the three young men they sent to the 73rd annual Boys State this summer.
The second vice commander introduced Adam Leon
They all thanked American Legion Post 267 for sending them.
BIZ NEWS There’s a new store in La Habra at 941 E. La Habra Blvd. called 720 Clothing. It has clothing and accessories for men and women, and sandals for ladies and girls. Its advertisement says it has the hottest clothing and accessories in town for women and men. Check it out.
PEOPLE Cub Scout Pack 883 of La Habra Heights recently learned about horses from Webelos II Scout Stephen Chang
Stephen, accompanied by his 10-year-old Shetland pony, Smokey, discussed topics related to understanding and appreciating horses including: safety, feeding, riding equipment, the history of the Shetland pony, horse show ribbons and all about Smokey, his age, weight, height and care.
Scouts and their families enjoyed the beautiful weather at The Park in La Habra Heights during the Highland Riders horse show, which was running concurrently. Stephen’s sisters, Madeleine
The boys learned about Smokey’s feet, teeth, diet and how to brush him, handle him safely and put on his saddle and bridle. Then they practiced roping with a real cowboy rope.
•La Habra Police Chief Alan Hostetter
•Gillaine Vinh
EVENTS Don’t miss the sixth annual “La Habra Goes to College” is scheduled from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Oct. 3. Every year the city of La Habra and Advance! co-sponsor this free event, during which students and families will hear from college representatives and have a chance to visit with local college reps.
There will be a financial aid presentation, college workshop, parent/student panel and a career workshop and an opportunity drawing.
Susan Gaede has cast her eye on local news for more than 35 years. Contact her at 714-529-8561 or e-mail .