Barbara Passman
1945-2024
Section 6 / Area D / Region 418
“Barbara was a 40 year AYSO volunteer who fully believed in helping to provide world class soccer programs that enrich children’s lives. Barb served almost her entire AYSO career on Region 418 Chicago Lakefront’s board as Referee Administrator, Registrar, CVPA and in numerous other roles. She was also on the Area 6D and Section 6 staffs and took on National roles, including the eAYSO Commission. Barb achieved the level of National-2 Referee when that was available and was an Advanced Referee Instructor as well as a National Management Instructor. She taught countless classes over the years at Section 6 and Area 6D events, along with Region 418 referee courses. Barb was at the Region 418 fields every weekend, providing support and answering questions for everyone. Beginning this year, our annual season-ending event will be re-named ‘Soccerfest in Memory of Barbara Passman’.”
Sandie Oerly
1943-2024
Section 1 / Area G / Region 65
“In loving memory of Sandie Oerly. Will be missed by so many. She would have had 50 years with AYSO next year. She was the area director for area G, a referee, referee camp organizer, management instructor and member of the Management Commission, on and on. But most of all she cared so much for the youth in the AYSO soccer program. She was a true volunteer!! I along with so many will miss her so much and will celebrate her life at the dedication of the Sandie Oerly Field at Alta Loma Junior High School.”
Joe Bonchonsky Sr
1930-2023
Torrance, California
“In loving memory of Joseph P Bonchonsky Sr., AYSO Pioneer, Coach, Referee, Announcer, Sports Writer, Organizer and 2011 AYSO Hall of Fame inductee. Built the 1st set of goal post for AYSO at Jefferson Elementary School – 1964. His 2 sons Mike and Joe played in the 1st game played 64/65. Wife Inge coached the 1st girls team and son Andy and daughters Michelle and Tania played as well. Built over 300 sets of goal post for So Cal, and was President of both High School and College Referee’s Assoc. His contribution of organizing most of the volunteers for key positions in the early 1960s in Torrance, CA helped the growth of AYSO to become the success that it was then and is today. His influence on Soccer and its growth will always be remembered and acknowledge by the success it has become in the USA.”
Brian Davies
1932-2023
Region 22, La Mirada, California
“In loving memory of Brian Davies of La Mirada, California, originally from Wales. Brian established AYSO Region 22 in La Mirada in the 1970’s. He was involved in many volunteer positions locally and nationally, including coach, referee, regional commissioner, regional chief referee, area director, eight years as National Director of Officiating, and later served as Chairman of the Rules and Regulations Committee. He was given the Community Spotlight Award from the city of La Mirada in recognition of his dedicated service to the youth of the community. He was inducted into the AYSO Hall of Fame in 1996 for his many contributions to AYSO.”
Henry James Manwell
Section 3 / Area A / Region 473
“Jim was an amazing friend and mentor. Former RC in our Region, he was also a very experienced referee and instructor. I will miss him and our rides to and from the Expos. RIP.”
Paul S. Castellani
1929-2022
Section 1 / Area S / Region 1258
“In Loving Memory of our long time friend, mentor, and AYSO volunteer, who lived the AYSO way. He was a loving husband, father, and friend to many. He was a National Board member from 1986 to 1989. He started refereeing in 1978 and went through the ranks and continued refereeing, mentoring and training as many referees as possible. May he rest in peace.”
Jim Gregory
1948-2021
Region 102 / Area / Section 9
“Jim volunteered for the American Youth Soccer Organization for 48 years. While serving there he was elected to the National Board of Directors. He became a national certified referee, he also trained and became a national certified coach. Jim served at the local level in Idaho Falls for Region 102 for over 20+ years. He served in all capacities in management, referee and coaching. At the time of his death he was the region’s treasurer and registrar. Jim had a love of the game. He also coached girls high school soccer at Hillcrest, Rigby, Idaho Falls, and Shelley High Schools. He often traveled to other states instructing referees for AYSO.”
Jim Rosenberg
May 5, 1943 – May 4, 2021
Region 84 / Area L / Section 11
“Beloved husband, guiding father of one son and two daughters, nurturing grandfather of four and a lifelong volunteer, Jim Rosenberg will be sorely missed. An AYSO Area Director for many, many years; a co-founder of Pacific Soccer Club, the predecessor of AYSO United; and, the heart behind South Orange County California’s VIP program, Jim didn’t know the word “No”. An active volunteer in his community of Lake Forest, Jim was the Chairman of the Lake Forest Chamber of Commerce and a Lake Forest Community Services Administrator. A Captain in the United States Army who served in Vietnam, Jim donated countless hours to the men and women of the United States Marine Corps, as the liaison to his home community. A giant of a man, Jim always looked for ways to enrich the lives of all who he came to meet. May he rest in peace.”
Brendan Cravalho
Jan 28, 1951 – Oct 21, 2019
Region 119 / Area E / Section 7
“Beloved husband, brother, Uncle, AYSO Volunteer but especially as Volunteer DAD to the “KIDS of AYSO”.”
Dirk Keck
Dec 8, 1967 – Oct 5, 2019
Region 31 / Area B / Section 1
“Beloved husband, father, friend and devoted AYSO Volunteer for over 20 years. Soccer was his passion-first on the field and last to leave. His giving spirit and endless enthusiasm for AYSO knew no limits. He did it all for the kids. He will forever be in our hearts.”
Joseph Sanfelippo
Aug 3, 1961 – Jul 27, 2018
Region 106 / Area 11-z / Section
“Beloved husband, father, friend and AYSO Volunteer. He loved soccer and volunteered in Regions 106, 24 and 603 plus Area 11-Z. He arrived on the fields first and always left last. His volunteering knew no limits. He did it for the kids and the game.”
Judy Engel
Feb 3, 1954 – May 20, 2019
Region 1 / Area H / Section 1200
“Beloved sister, wife, mother, friend and AYSO Volunteer. Her life was dedicated to her family and AYSO. Her laugh was infectious and her enthusiasm for AYSO was amazing. The players were her priority and she will be forever in our hearts.”
Gary D. Beardsley
Jan 19, 1936 – March. 13, 2018
Region 148 / Area / Section
“AYSO Coach, Referee, Commissioner”
Richard Pernick
Apr 21, 1958 – Feb 3, 2018
Region 11 / Area Z / Section 106
“Beloved husband, father, friend, US Air Force Veteran and AYSO volunteer as a Regional Commissioner, Regional Coach Administrator, coach, referee and Area Staff. His volunteering included managing the Feed A Vet program for the Region’s Veteran’s Day celebration.”
Glenn E. Stronks
July 1, 1940 – Dec 26, 2017
Region 1 / Area D / Section 7
“Beloved husband, father, friend and AYSO Volunteer as Region 7 Regional Commissioner, Area 1-D Director and Section 1 Staff.”
John D. Wiechental
Nov 15, 1978 – Dec 21, 2017
Region 8 / Area J / Section 767
“Beloved husband, father and AYSO volunteer.”
Marcos Aspeitia
July 25, 1693 – Sep 23, 2017
Region 11 / Area Z / Section 1065
“Below husband, father and AYSO Friend. He served joyfully as a coach, past Regional Commissioner and referree.”
Byron F. Campbell
Feb 18, 1969 – Aug 1, 2017
Region 3 / Area B / Section 186
“Loving father to Jonathan, Ryan, Monet and Faith Campbell. Dedicated Regional Commissioner and volunteer.”
Michael Coil
Nov. 12, 1958 – April 8, 2017
Region 1 / Area C / Section 2
“Advanced Coach; Referee/Coach/Board Member since 2005 Coach Mike coached MY2016 GU14 Fall Team (Area 1C Play-Through Champions), Tournament Team (3rd Place), All-Star Team (Area 1C Champions), and Spring Team (program in session) without a child in the program. His memorial service will be held on 5/20/2017.”
Alfredo Rodriguez
Oct. 18, 1972 – Feb 18, 2017
Region 2 / Area D / Section 436
“Tireless volunteer, always going the extra mile, he will be missed by many!”
Robert Roland Mendonca (“Bob”)
March 21, 1931 – Jan 23, 2017
Region / Area / Section
“Beloved husband, father and grandfather Retired USAF Colonel and AYSO National Board Member Founder of AYSO Regions on Hickam AFB, Honolulu and Maxwell AFB, Montgomery Alabama and many others”
David N. Brown
Jan 28, 1942 – Nov 6, 2016
Region 7 / Area A / Section 274
“Beloved husband, father, grandfather and AYSO volunteer Regional Commissioner for 32 years Retired US Air Force Captain “
William Zhang
June 5, 1961 – August 23, 2016
Region 10 / Area F / Section 1
“AYSO Region 10 Board member, Division Coordinator, Advanced Coach and Intermediate Referee.”
Bryan Westfall
Aug 23, 1977 – Aug 18, 20
Region 13 / Area L / Section 1389
“Beloved husband, father and volunteer Regional Commissioner”
Robert Aaron Jones
April. 25, 1955 – May 12, 2016Region 418 / Area / Section
“a passionate coach, teacher and fan of the game”
Henry Epstein
Nov. 3, 1940 – July 19, 2016
Region / Area / Section 10 / 9
“First Section 10 Director & Regional Commissioner”
Linda Marie Gregory
Aug. 2, 1947 – May 11, 2016
Region 102 / Area L / Section 9
“Linda Marie Gregory Beloved wife, mother, grandmother. AYSO volunteer for 18 years at the Region, Area & Section levels.”
John Domingo Chiappe
Oct. 24, 1963 – Feb. 28, 2016
Region 1 / Area D / Section 17
“Beloved father & AYSO volunteer Asst. RC, builder of EXTRA, so much more “
Henry “Hank” Nunez
Mar. 31, 1938 – Dec. 25, 2015
Region 11 / Area Q / Section 96
“Beloved volunteer for 25 years, Regional Commissioner “
Mike Wetzel
April 29, 1978 – Dec. 2, 2015
Region 165 / Area / Section
“AYSO Coach, Father of six”
