by Kevin CodyAt Critters bar, in 1990, Patricia Spiritus introduced herself to Hermosa Beach City Council candidate Robert “Burgie” Benz, who was making a second attempt at elected office after losing a council race two years earlier. After he assured her, despite his boisterous reputation, he didn’t use hard drugs, she offered to become his campaign manager. Spiritus had a background in finance and marketing with Mattel, and quickly brought order to the campaign, leading to her husban
Best of the Beach 2026: Men’s Clothing – TravisMathew
Laura Garber
March 13, 2026
Condolences to Burgie and Shelby on their loss.
Sweet sendoff to a great lady. RIP
I am sad to hear this, I worked with Patricia for about 4 years at Mattel, smart lady and so kind
my condolences. Gabrielle , if you wish to contact me you can no problem.