SURPRISE VALLEY RECORD, CEDARVILLE, MODOC COUNTY, CAL THURSDAY, DECEMBER 3, 1936 Mr. and Mrs. Raymond Turner and son, Albert, motored to Winters, where they spent the Thanksgiving holiday with Mrs. Sallie Turner and Mr. and Mrs. Herman Conard and family of that place and report a good trip. Thomas J. Wylie is now employed by Frederickson & Westbrook at Vacaville. Jerry Johnson of Sacramento, was a Cedarville visitor the first of the week, visiting his parents, Mr. and Mrs. A. J. Johnson. EDWARD SHARP DIES IN HOSPITAL Edward J. Sharp, of Vya, Nevada, passed away at the general hospital in Alturas Monday. The cause of death was double pneumonia. He was taken to the hospital last week in a serious condition. Mr. Sharp was Justice of the Peace of Vya and was known as the law of that section of Nevada, being the only officer in that district. Funeral services were conducted today at the Methodist Church here. Reverend Vinyard officiated. Mr. Sharp was 69 years, 9 months and 5 days of age. He was a resident of Long Valley since 1912. He leaves to mourn his passing, his wife, Mrs. E. J. Sharp of Vya, K. G. Sharp of Tucson, Arizona, Mrs. Arthur Ellenburg of Oakland, Mrs. Fred Stanley, Lake City, Mrs. Kenneth Surrbyne, Oakland and John Sharp of Vya, Nevada and a sister, Mrs. Marie Mortensen of San Francisco. (1:3) INDIAN GETS FIVE MONTHS SENTENCE Albert Hess this week was sentenced to five months in the county jail for severely beating Henry Weigert of Alturas. Hess entered the house occupied by Weigert and was ordered out. He then became angry and knocked Weigert down. As he fell he hit the kitchen stove and was slightly burned. Then the Indian pounced upon him and beat him. Officials said that Weigert’s face was almost unrecognizable. He has suffered considerable from the effects of the affray. CEDARVILLE MAN DIES AT OAKLAND Loren Munroe Maybrier died in Oakland, November 24. Mr. Maybrier lived in Surprise valley for many years and later moved to Oakland where he passed away. He was born in Iowa on November 25, 1856 and died one day before his 80th birthday. Mrs. Maybrier proceeded him in death several years, also a son, Jefferson. Those surviving him are a daughter-in-law, Mrs. Jeff Maybrier, a half brother, Henry Hughes and three grandchildren, Edith, Alfred and Orin Maybrier and two great-grandchildren. Only by knowing him could his many splendid traits of character by truly appreciated. His benevolence to neighbors and friends and many kindnesses’ will indeed by his true memorial. (1:7) PIONEER TAILOR DIES IN ALTURAS John Wistos, Sr., 76, pioneer tailor of Alturas died at his home of pneumonia Monday night. Mr. Wistos had lived in Modoc County for 30 years and was a tailor of the old school. He was known from one end of the county to the other for his ability in hand tailoring. He was born in Hungary and was 75 years of age at the time of his passing. He was recognized as a fine citizen and loyal American. Funeral services were held today at Kerr Mortuary in Alturas. He is survived by five sons, Martin, Charles, Joseph, Stephen and John and one daughter. Is wife proceeded him in death several years. (1:7) NEW PINE CREEK ITEMS Everett Lawson, who has been receiving treatment at the Woodland Clinic returned home one day last week for a few days stay, but will leave for Woodland again for further treatments. He says he is feeling fine. George Hammersley, who is at Woodland Clinic receiving treatment under a specialist is reported much improved in health and is planning on returning to his home here soon. Edna Dick underwent an operation at Lakeview hospital on Saturday and we are glad to hear that she is on the road to recovery. Mr. and Mrs. Nallie Green left for Woodland one day last week, where Nallie has been receiving treatments for a kidney ailment. Mr. and Mrs. Green expected to go to Medford to spend thanksgiving with Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Jennings. Mrs. Belle Moffitt left Thanksgiving morning by stage for Woodland where she went to visit her father and mother. Her father has not been well. Mrs. Viva B. Forrester left the first of the week for Ceres, California to be with her mother, who has been ill for sometime. Raymond Fisher and family and Mr. and Mrs. Charles M. Oliver left here by auto on November 22 for San Francisco to see the bridge. When they crossed the bridge, the fog was so thick that they could not see the water below. On returning home, Mr. and Mrs. Oliver stayed over at the Woodland Clinic. Both will consult a specialist. We hope that our good citizens will soon return home improved in health. OBITUARY OF W. G. DURBIN William G. Durbin, a former resident of Alturas, passed away at Sutter hospital, Sacramento on October 31, after an operation. The immediate cause of his death was cerebral hemorrhage, which occurred at a time when he was thought to be recovering. For 30 years, Mr. Durbin had been connected with the national forest service in northern California, where he had hosts of friends in all walks of life with whom he associated in the performance of his duties as a forest official and in his contacts with them as a citizens. He was a native of West Virginia where he was born December 3, 1870 and the backwoods experiences of his early life, coupled with his practical knowledge, fitted him for the work he chose. He began at the foot of the ladder in the national forest service at Washington in 1903, shortly after the then President Roosevelt, began the development of his national forest conservation program under the direction of Gifford Pinchot. Mr. Durbin came to California in 1905 with M. B. Pratt, now state forester and his advancement from ranger and office assistant to the position of forest supervisor of two of the largest national forests of the state was rapid. At the time of the establishment of the national forests, it was necessary to educate the public as to the needs of conservation and particularly to overcome the prejudices which residents within the forests had against national conservation of the resources of the public domain. In those trying times when the groundwork of the national forestry administration was being laid, Mr. Durbin’s ability to meet people of all kinds and to "talk to them in their language" helped to convert them from hostility to the acceptance of the conservation program. Going to Quincy in 1907, he served in field and office work at the headquarters of the Plumas national Forest under Forest Supervisor L. A. Barrett and D. N. Rogers until 1914, when he was appointed forest supervisor of the Modoc national Forest, with headquarters at Alturas, Modoc County. In 1923, Mr. Durbin was transferred to Susanville, Lassen County, where he administered the affairs of the Lassen National Forest, one of the most important forests of the National domain in this state. In this office he served with outstanding credit until 1933, when he was retired from the service under the pension retirement law. He bought a home in Chico, where with his wife (known as "Mother" to the forest boys), the two had planned to spend their days. But with development of unemployment relief work in the establishment of the Civilian Conservation camps in the national forests and the need of prompt action in opening the camps, Mr. Durbin was drafted to assist the government in supervisory and advisory capacities in conjunction with the military and civil authorities in control of the numerous camps. His experience and ability admirably fitted him for this emergency work. In this work covering the mountainous sections of northern California, he traveled thousands of miles each month, visiting the camps, advising as to their activities and control. It was in this work performed by men such as he that the CCC operations were one of the most successful of the attempts of the New Deal to overcome unemployment and at the same time accomplish improvements of lasting benefit in the national forests. Among the projects of the forest service in this state is the Ponderosa highway, by the completion of which the forests along the Sierra Nevadas in the northern part of the state will be linked, to be used for their control and protection and to afford another scenic artery through California’s playgrounds. He was one of the originators of this highway and worked unceasingly for its establishment. All in all, Mr. Durbin’s name is indelibly marked on the record of national conservation in California as one of its worthy pioneers.(6:5) LAKE CITY ITEMS Marriage license have been issued to Miss Roberta Heard and a Mr. Dameron. Miss Heard is the eldest daughter of Mrs. Mary Hughes of this place. She has but recently taken over the management of the Garrett Grocery. She is also very popular with the younger set. Miss Heard was a graduate of the S.V.U.H.S., being salutatorian of her class. Congratulations and best wishes go with her in her new life’s adventure. IN ALTURAS Davie Grove of Eagleville was in Alturas Friday. He brought back the body of Loren Maybrier. THURSDAY, DECEMBER 10, 1936 PROMINENT BANKER DIES IN LAKEVIEW DAN BRENNAN, EMPLOYEE OF BANK OF LAKEVIEW IS WELL KNOWN HERE Dan Brennan, prominent banker of Lakeview passed away in that city Wednesday of pneumonia. Mr. Brennan was fifty years of age and had been in the employ of the Bank of Lakeview for many years. He was widely known throughout southern Oregon and northern California. Mr. Brennan was in the employ of the forest service before becoming associated with the bank. As a banker he was known and respected by every man, woman and child in Lake county. His advice had been freely given and without cost to those who sought it. Mr. Brennan’s first wife died several years ago and he was later married to Miss Nora Barry of Lakeview. Besides his wife, he leaves to mourn his passing a son, Daniel and daughter, Mrs. Paul Chandler of Lakeview. Funeral services were held Wednesday. (1:1) FORMER SURPRISE VALLEY WOMAN DIES IN LASSEN Mrs. Booth Elledge, formerly of Eagleville, died in Susanville the first of the week as the result of injuries received in an automobile accident near Johnstonville. Both of her legs were broken and her skull fractured. Mrs. Elledge was born in Eagleville in 1878. With her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Fredman Lanigar, she moved to Honey Lake Valley and was later married to Booth Elledge of Standish. She is survived by her husband and two sons. (1:1) MRS. JOE LAVER DIES OF FEVER Mrs. Joe Laver, 17, of Alturas, passed away Monday of scarlet fever. She had been sick for several days but her condition was not serious until a short time before death. Mrs. Laver is the daughter of Mrs. Carol Mulkey of Davis Creek. Besides her husband the young wife leaves to mourn her passing a son, 17-months old, her mother and two half sisters. Funeral services were held in Alturas Wednesday. (1:1) Frank Allen, proprietor of the Allen’s Grocery, cut his finger badly Sunday evening while cleaning quail. The finger was nearly severed from his hand. ANNOUNCEMENT OF BETROTHAL IS MADE AT DINNER PARTY Announcement of the engagement of Miss Eldred Helen Bates of Oroville to James Haldane Davis of Cedarville was made at a holiday dinner party Thursday in the home of Miss Bates’ brother-in-law and sister, Mr. and Mrs. Lauren R. Groves on Miller Way in Oroville. Those present were Dr. and Mrs. Howell C. Jones, Miss Beverly Jones of San Francisco; Mr. and Mrs. James C. Knight, Oakland; Mr. and Mrs. Ulysses S. Bates, Miss Eldred Bates, Miss Emma Lux, Oroville; Mr. and Mrs. R. E. McCulley and James Davis of Cedarville. STINER WRONG SAYS STINER! What might have been a more serious accident occurred on Main Street in Cedarville Sunday, when Stiner met Stiner. A pick-up driven by Jess Stiner and coming west from the Creamery collided with a car driven by George Stiner, of Lake City, at the corner of Main and Townsend Streets. The cars were slightly wrecked but none of the occupants were injured. Mr. and Mrs. Stiner were on their from Lake City to Standish to visit their daughter, Mrs. Claude heard, when the wreck occurred and were delayed sometime before the car could be repaired. The Modoc County Board of Supervisors and grand Jury have requested that Stop Signs be placed at this intersection, but as yet they have not been able to obtain the signs from the state highway department. WILLIAM HEARD HURT BY FALL William Heard of Lake City, was injured the first of the week by falling from his horse. Mr. Heard left his home near Lake City at eight o’clock in the morning on horseback. He was found lying by the side of the road by Marion Steward. Mr. Steward took the injured man to his home and he did not regain consciousness until three hours after he had been picked up. When he regained consciousness he could not give any details of the accident, but it is presumed that the horse had fallen. Outside of a few bruises he is none the worse for his experience. PAT HARKINS DIES MONDAY Pat Harkins, well known Modoc County farmer, passed away at the general hospital in Alturas Monday. Mr. Harkins had an infected finger, which was amputated several days ago. Later it was found necessary to remove one arm. He rallied somewhat from the operation and was about for a few days in a wheelchair, but his system could not stand the shock of the two operations and he collapsed. At the time of his death, he was 65 years of age. The only known relatives are two sisters residing in Massachusetts. He was a native of County Cork, Ireland. (1:4) CARS COLLIDE ON HIGHWAY Two cars, one driven by Mrs. A. K. Wylie and the other by Francis Dragomanovich, rural school supervisor of Modoc County, crashed into a truck belonging to Edgar Harris a short distance west of Cedarville Sunday. The truck had skidded from the road and forced its driver to return to Cedarville for another truck to pull it back on the highway. Soon after the truck was abandoned the cars, unable to stop because of the slippery condition of the road, skidded and crashed into it. Both cars were slightly wrecked and Mrs. Wylie received cuts and bruises. MRS. SABRA POWERS GIVEN SURPRISE PARTY IN EAGLEVILLE Mrs. Sabra Powers of Eagleville celebrated her 90th birthday at a party at the Community hall in that place on December 3rd. EAGLEVILLE WOMAN HURT IN ACCIDENT MRS. LENA SCOTT INJURED WHILE RETURNING TO EUGENE, OREGON Mrs. Lena Harkey Scott, wife of the W. U. Scott of Eagleville, was seriously injured and her companion, C. A. Morrison, was instantly killed near Eugene, Oregon Friday evening. The couple had spent sometime in Eagleville during the past week on business for Mrs. Scott, who owns considerable property there. It was necessary for them to return at night and when only twenty miles this side of Eugene, their car missed a bridge and capsized. The accident happened at approximately 12:30 Saturday morning and they were not picked up until 8 o’clock. According to word received by A. H. Grove from a daughter of the injured woman she is still in a weakened condition and does not know that her companion and life long friend was killed. (1:6) The little son of Mr. and Mrs. Pete Donnally has been very sick at Susanville the past week. Mrs. Simon Bennett and Mrs. W. H. Hussa were taken out to see him Sunday by James Hill. They returned Tuesday evening and report a little improvement in his condition. ~~~~~~ Billie C. & Anita 'Jean' Reynolds Family Researcher of "The Last Frontier" Modoc County, California --- Our outgoing mail is checked by ZoneAlarm AntiVirus.

Redding Record-Searchlight - October 07, 2006 Arnold Shedd REDDING -- A celebration of life for Arnold Phillip Shedd, 77, of Redding will be held at 2 p.m. today at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Redding. The Rev. Eduino Silveira of the church will officiate. Mr. Shedd died Wednesday, Oct. 4, 2006, at his daughter's residence in Anderson. He was born April 30, 1929, in Adin and moved to Shasta County in 1966. He served in the artillery division of the U.S. Army during the Korean War, was a lumber handler for U.S. Plywood Corp. and Champion International, and a member of the U.S. Bowling Congress, the Monday Seniors and Friday Seniors bowling leagues at Anderson Bowl, and St. Joseph Catholic Church in Redding. Survivors include sons Bill of Sacramento and Mike of Brighton, Colo.; daughters Linda Helmer of Anderson, Dawna Johnson of Red Bluff, Terri Derwitz and Nancy, both of Redding; brothers Gordon of McCloud and Delbert of Anderson; 18 grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. Memorial contributions may be made to Mercy Hospice, 1544 Market St., Redding, CA 96001. Condolences can be posted at www.allenanddahl.com. Arrangements are being handled by Allen & Dahl Funeral Chapel in Redding. ~~~~~~ Billie C. & Anita 'Jean' Reynolds Family Researcher of "The Last Frontier" Modoc County, California --- Our outgoing mail is checked by ZoneAlarm AntiVirus.

Redding Record-Searchlight - October 06, 2006 SHEDD -- Arnold Phillip Shedd, 77, of Redding died Wednesday at his daughter's residence in Anderson. Arrangements are pending at Allen & Dahl Funeral Chapel in Redding. ~~~~~~ Billie C. & Anita 'Jean' Reynolds Family Researcher of "The Last Frontier" Modoc County, California --- Our outgoing mail is checked by ZoneAlarm AntiVirus.

1880s obit statistics I have just finished indexing the death/obituary index of the Greenville Bulletin (1880-1891), Greenville, Plumas County. This index is done a bit differently than other indexes I have done in the past. (see http://www.citlink.net/~lahontan/archive.htm) Instead of placing an asterisk after the name, to indicate the death occurred outside the county, this time, I placed the location of those deaths in brackets after the date. Of the 486 deaths chronicled by the Bulletin, 200 of them occurred outside of the County, or 41%! Rural papers like the Bulletin, did a great job of recording the deaths of former residents, current residents who died outside of the county, or in many instances, relatives of residents who lived elsewhere. Anyhow of those the following breaks down to 157 where in California; 39 in other states and 4 in Canada and Mexico. California Counties Lassen Co. - 55 Butte Co. - 34 Sierra Co. - 11 Modoc Co. - 9 Alameda Co. - 8 San Francisco - 8 Nevada Co. - 6 Colusa Co. - 3 Napa Co. - 3 Kern Co. - 2 Los Angeles Co. - 2 Mendocino Co. - 2 Tehama Co. - 2 Sonoma Co. - 3 Glenn Co. - 1 Lake Co. - 1 Placer Co. - 1 San Benito Co. - 1 Santa Clara - 1 Shasta Co. 1 Solano - 1 Sutter Co. - 1 Yolo Co. - 1 States NV - 9 AZ - 4 OR - 3 MO - 3 IA - 2 NH - 2 UT - 2 WA - 2 WI - 2 CO - 1 CT - 1 ID - 1 IL - 1 MA - 1 ME - 1 MN - 1 NY - 1 OH - 1 PA - 1 Countries Canada - 2 Mexico - 2

Thursday, October 05, 2006 Looking Back is a regular feature of the Modoc County record, published weekly in Alturas, California. The following is transcribed from the September 28, 2006 issue. Looking Back 116 Years Ago – 1890 WILLIAM HAYTON brought a monster rutabaga for us to view. It weighs 17 pounds. We regret our technology is such that we cannot produce a picture of the giant potato, but those who care to may view it at our office…. Joe Danhauser brought Henry Bauman to town Tuesday in pretty bad condition. He had a cold and could not speak. He is being attended by Dr. Gibson. 92 Years Ago – 1914 THE SECOND Modoc Agricultural Fair is underway in Alturas and may now be appropriately called the Modoc Fair. The weather has been on e of sunshine and genial warmth and Main Street is decorated for the occasion with streamers of colored lights at intervals across the street. There are very few outside exhibitors and all winners will be announced next week…. Dr. E.F. Auble has won the support of the Shasta County Searchlight for state senator. Auble was praised as the man responsible for promoting most of the roads in northern California…. The Board of Supervisors set the county tax rate at $2.15. The Alturas rate is .35 cents…. Mt. Lassen erupted today for the 48th time since May 30 and the tremors could be felt here in Alturas…. The NCO has reduced its train fares from Reno to Lakeview, a distance of 288 miles, to $11.90 a reduction of $3.25 75 Years Ago – 1931 DOROTHY HOTCHKISS and Marguerite Shue will debate against Virginia Timmons and Hilda Pratt before the Alturas PTA on the subject: “Resolved: the world was a better place to live 50 years ago”…. Many fine bucks are being brought to town this week and most are good six pointers weighting over 200 pounds. A few little 175 pound deer have been claimed too…. The government purchased 6,000,000 head of cattle but this does not mean that the producer is out of the woods. More will have to be purchased from the drought stricken farmers. A sheep purchase program will also begin in the western states. The government will buy only females over one year of age and will pay $2 flat per head…. Food prices in Alturas this week: coffee, 4 lbs., $1; spuds, No. 1’s, 45 cents for 25 lb. sack; flour, 50 lb. sack, @1.89; premium hams, 31 cents a lb.; and bacon, 37 cents a lb. 52 Years Ago – 1954 The DFG reports the deer kill in Modoc for the first five days of the season at over 5000…. Leonard Kelly and Ralph DeGarmo took first place honors in the Bly, OR rodeo. Kelly was first in saddle broncs and DeGarmo was first in the bareback. 32 Years Ago – 1974 AN APPARENTLY man caused fire on the Devil’s Garden Ranger District, 35 miles north of Alturas, has burned 1,115 acres by yesterday afternoon and U.S. Forest Service crews were hoping for containment by last night. They did not venture to estimate when the fire would be controlled…. Members of the Modoc Joint Unified School District Board determined that trees must come out in front of the Alturas Elementary School due to sidewalk damage. The shade trees that line the sidewalk on Fourth Street were all removed to make way for the new Fourth Street curb. That is al for this week. I hope to see you all again next week Ron Morgan

Modoc County Record – October 5, 2006 Margot Curtis Margot Curtis passed away at her home in Alturas on September 21, 2006. She was 81 years of age. Margot was born on December 4, 1924, in Paso Robles, CA. Her parents were Robert and Margaret Work who ranched in the San Miguel area. Margot attended Ellis School, a one-room country schoolhouse (now gone) in the San Miguel area. She then attended Paso Robles High School. Upon completion of high school, Margot attended San Luis Obispo Junior College. After two years, she transferred to Pomona College and majored in marine biology. She did work during the summers at Stanford University's Hopkins Marine Station in Pacific Grove under the tutelage of Dr. Dixie Lee Ray, later Chair of the Atomic Energy Commission and Governor of Washington. Margot graduated from Pomona at the age of 19. On November 17, 1944, at the Congregational Church in Paso Robles, Margot married John P. Curtis, who she had known since grammar school. John was serving in the U.S. Navy (Pacific Theatre) during World War II. After their marriage, he returned to sea, while Margot took a job as principal and teacher at the Almond Acres Pre-school in San Miguel. When John returned from the service at the end of World War II, he and Margot resided on the Work Ranch in Hog Canyon, where John did the farming for Margot's parents for the next 10 years. In 1954, Margot and John moved into a newly-constructed house on their own ranch in Indian Valley. Margot both designed and prepared the blue prints for the new house. In 1968, Margot and her family bought and operated a cattle ranch on Lemhi Pass outside of Dillon, Montana, which they subsequently sold in 1972. While living in the Dillon area, Margot was an active Girl Scout leader, became an avid golfer, and broadened her art skills through classes at Western Montana College. In 1977, Margot and John moved to Davis Creek where they ranched with their son, Sean Curtis. Margot continued her love of golf by participating in the local women's golf association and pursued the development of her watercolor skills by attending numerous workshops. She loved to enter her artwork and flower arrangements in the Modoc County Fair, winning numerous awards and sweepstakes. In 1986, Margot became the Davis Creek Branch Library Associate and continued in that role until 2005, when she fulfilled her promise to retire when she turned 80 years old. She was an Alturas Library Assistant from 1989 until 1992, and volunteered as an ESL and reading tutor for adults. In 1987, Margot and John retired to Alturas. A life-long artist, Margot began teaching Lassen Community College extension art classes in Alturas in 1990, an activity she continued until last year. She was also an active volunteer at the Art Center in Alturas, where she both exhibited and sold her paintings, sculptures and pottery. In 1994, the building which housed the Art Center, was put up for sale by the previous owner. Fearing that a new owner would evict the Art Center from the building, two of Margot's aunts bought the building. They gradually transferred ownership of the building to her over the ensuing years. Margot is survived by her husband, John P. Curtis of Alturas, CA and her four children: John D. "Jack" Curtis of Martinez, CA; Sean Curtis of Alturas; Mary Curtis of Iowa City, Iowa; and Deirdre Curtis Hill of Cedarville. She has two grandchildren, John Hill and Alice Hill, age 16 of Cedarville. Her sisters and brother also survive her: Roberta Work Turcott of Yakima, WA; Johnita Work Fisher of Lancaster, CA; and George Work of San Miguel, CA. A memorial service for Margot is scheduled for Saturday, October 21 at the Federated Church in Alturas at 11 a.m. Conversation and a potluck luncheon will follow in the Fellowship Hall. Photographs and Margot's works of art will be on display. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Art Center, 317 So. Main St., Alturas, CA 96101 or the Friends of the Modoc County Library, at 212 West Third Street, Alturas. Darlene Mary Buffum A Memorial Service for Darlene Mary Buffum will be held Saturday, October 7, at 2 p.m. at the Federated Community Church, 307 East First St. in Alturas. Mrs. Buffum, a 49-year resident of Alturas, passed away on September 26, 2006, in Salem, OR. Darlene Mary Young was born in Modesto, CA, on May 12, 1934, to Hugh and Mary Young. She spent her childhood in Modesto. Following graduation from high school, Darlene met Weston F. Buffum at a local YMCA summer camp and a lifetime partnership was formed. They were married on Nov. 30, 1951 in Modesto and the young couple attended College of the Pacific in Stockton. They moved to Alturas in 1957. Darlene was a wonderful wife, mother and friend. In addition to raising a family, she worked at the Alturas office of the Department of Motor Vehicles and finished her career at Modoc High School in the attendance office. Golf and fishing were her favorite hobbies, although she was also an avid card and game player. Wes and Darlene loved to camp in their travel trailer, and Blue Lake was one of their favorite local destinations. Darlene was preceded in death by her father, mother, and brother, Don Young, all of Modesto, CA. She is survived by her husband Weston, now residing in Salem, OR, her two sons Steven and Jeffrey, daughters-in-law Laura and Linda, and three grandchildren, Matthew, Melanie and Alyxandria.The family asks that in lieu of flowers contributions may be made in Darlene's memory to the Parkinson's Disease Foundation, 1359 Broadway, Suite 1509, New York, NY 10018. Jeannette Gay "Jennie" Welch Jeannette Gay "Jennie" Welch, 65, died at her home in Lakeview, OR on Wednesday, Sept. 6, 2006 after a gallant and inspirational fight with cancer that was diagnosed in November 2003. She demonstrated a great attitude and was persistent to the very end. Jennie was born to Earl and Lorraine (Papke) Mulkey March 28, 1941 in Sacramento, CA. They moved to Willow Ranch, CA when she was one year old and then to Lakeview when she was four years old. She grew up in Lakeview, where she received her education and was a member of the Lakeview High School Class of 1959. During her high school years she worked for the Marius and Alger theaters and Circle JM drive-in. She married Loy Welch in Lakeview on Nov. 14, 1958. After her children left home she worked for Lakeview TV for five years. Jennie was actively involved in her children's lives and had served as a Cub Scout and Campfire Girls leader. She played the piano and keyboard and was an avid skier and outstanding golfer, winning many tournaments and club championships. She also enjoyed swimming and going to Hawaii. She was preceded in death by her father Earl Mulkey. She leaves behind her loving husband of 47 years, Loy Welch of Lakeview; son and daughter-in-law Keith and Tina Welch of Corvallis, OR; daughter and son-in-law Karen and Rick Dollarhide of Chico, CA; mother Lorraine Mulkey of Lakeview; sister Darlene Samples of Lakeview; grandchildren Jordyn and Chad Dollarhide and Kory Welch; numerous nieces and nephews. A memorial service was held Tuesday, Sept. 12 at the Lakeview First Presbyterian Church with a lunch reception following at the Lakeview Elk's Lodge. Interment was in the Sunset Cemetery. Contributions in the memory of Jennie may be made to Fremont Highlanders Ski Club, P.O Box 1204, Lakeview 97630 or to a charity of the donor's choice. Desert Rose Funeral Chapel was in charge of the arrangements. ~~~~~~ Billie C. & Anita 'Jean' Reynolds Family Researcher of "The Last Frontier" Modoc County, California --- Our outgoing mail is checked by ZoneAlarm AntiVirus.

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 19, 1936 INDIAN BURNS TO DEATH Bill Armholt, 89-years old Indian of Alturas was burned to death in his cabin at that place a few days ago. A fire he started to warm himself, spread to the wooden structure. (1:1) HAROLD STEWARD DIES NOVEMBER 11 Harold Delbert Steward died at his parents’ home near Lake City November 11, 1936 aged 20 years, three months and 26 days. He was born in Cedarville July 15, 1916. He leaves to mourn his passing his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Marion Steward of Lake City, three sisters, Mrs. Elmore Miura and Mrs. Ella Morgan of Eagleville, and Miss Naomi Steward of Lake City, four brothers, Densel of Weott, California, Harley of Sacramento, Russell and William of Lake City, an aged grandfather Miles Vernon of Lake City, two nephews and two nieces, several uncles and aunts. Harold has been an invalid all his life, never a day passing when he was free from pain. Through all these year, he has been lovingly, tenderly and patiently cared for by his parents. Very few times has he been left without the care of one of these parents and then only when death visited the homes of relatives. The funeral was conducted by the Kerr Undertaking Parlor last Friday afternoon, Rev. Vinyard assisted by Elder Griffith read the burial services. Pallbearers were Leroy Daniels, Darrell Vernon, Kennon Heard, Raymond Rinehart, Layton Painter and Clifton Jones. (1:3) LOCAL HAPPENINGS TOLD IN BRIEF Mrs. Lizzie Jurrel is reported seriously ill with a siege of pneumonia this week. Mrs. Joseph Harris is visiting with her son Ethelbert and family in Los Molinos, Tehama County, this week. Dame Rumor reports this week the marriage of Mildred Goodwin to Adley Webb, both of this place. Mrs. Johnnie Spalding and small son of Susanville, were visiting at the home of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. F. E. Bush last Sunday. Born at Lake City, Sunday, November 15th, 1936, a daughter to Mr. and Mrs. Earl Vernon; the babe was still born. (1:3) FORMER VALLEY RESIDENT PASSES IN BAY HOSPITAL W. A. (Billy) Mateer, former resident of Cedarville passed away at a hospital in San Francisco, last Saturday, following a brief illness. Mr. Mateer was well known in this valley having spent his youth here and former friends regret to hear of his death. At one time he owned and conducted the Cedarville Livery Stable. (1:4) MODOC BOY IS KILLED BY TREE Detlof Hagge, 33, was instantly killed Friday afternoon near the Adin Mountain timber operation when he was falling trees. A tree he had felled knocked a limb from another tree and his skull was crushed. Many persons in Modoc County knew Hagge, but few knew his name. For several months he drove milk wagon for the Cummings dairy in Alturas. Funeral services was held Monday afternoon at the Kerr Mortuary, conducted by the Rev. J. Kendrick Ballou. Hagge was a native of Germany. (1:6) PIONEER DIES IN OREGON Ira Patrick, 73, pioneer of Modoc County and other portions of the old west, west died Friday at Portland, Oregon at a hospital. He had grown gravely ill while in Alturas and a daughter, Mrs. Blanchard had taken him to the Oregon city. Funeral services were held in Portland Tuesday afternoon. Mr. and Mrs. W. W. St. John of Alturas attended the rites. (1:7) LAKE CITY ITEMS A little boy was born prematurely Sunday night to Mr. and Mrs. Earl Vernon. Mrs. Vernon is reported getting along nicely. We extend our sympathy. Mr. and Mrs. Frank Bieber of Susanville came up to attend the funeral of Harold Steward. Mrs. Bieber is a sister of Mrs. Steward. They were accompanied by a son and daughter. Mr. and Mrs. Roy Hobbs and family were visitors at Ashland, Oregon over the weekend. Mr. and Mrs. H. K. Steward of Sacramento came up to attend the funeral of Harold Steward. They returned home Sunday. "Bill" Steward was on his way to Arizona when the news of Harold’s death reached him, so he came back up with Mr. and Mrs. Steward. Dame Rumor, that fickle old gal, says we can expect another leap year wedding about Thanksgiving. Boys look out only six weeks. JOSEPH BECK PASSES Madison, Wisconsin – Funeral services for Joseph D. Beck, 70, state commissioner of the agriculture and markets and former congressman from the 7th district, of Wisconsin, for eight years, will be held Wednesday at Viroqua. The eulogy will be delivered by Senator Robert M. LaFollette, Jr., son of "Old Bob" La Fallette, who was the commissioner’s close friend. The Rev. Paul White will officiate. Members of the department of markets will be pallbearers. Beck died here Sunday of heart disease. Joseph Beck was a nephew of Mrs. Carrie O. Wood, of this place; he visited here in June 1927. (4:6) LOCAL ITEMS OF INTEREST TO ALL Mrs. M. J. McCulley, mother of Mrs. W. G. Rea and Mrs. Glen Ward and Messrs. L. E., R. E. and Elmer McCulley all of this valley is spending this week visiting at the various homes. Mr. and Mrs. Somer Beeson of Davis Creek, were Cedarville visitors last Sunday. It is reported that the Beesons have purchased a ranch in the Likely section. THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 26, 1936 ISSUES LICENSES Bob Smith, County Clerk, issued the following marriage licenses this week: Thomas A. Reneau of Washington and Kathryn Beebe of Cedarville. Charles Dameron and Roberta Heard, both of Lake City. Adelie Marion Webb and Mildred Goodwin of Cedarville. SURPRISE VALLEY CLAIMS OLDEST MARRIED COUPLE Thanksgiving time reminds us each year that we have many things to be thankful for. The Nation rejoices that we live in the most peaceful country in the world, each and every citizen has the right to live his own life where and how he sees fit. Surprise Valley, this week, gives thanks that we still have a few pioneer residents living who spent valley and who have been respected their lives in this peaceful, fertile and loved by all who had the pleasure of knowing them for so many years. Mr. and Mrs. Jesse Parman of Eagleville, are one of the best known examples of Pioneer stock, who braved the dangers of crossing the Plains at a time when those who ventured West were taking their lives in their own hands. It is a compliment to Modoc County to look back over the many years, these lovable characters have resided in peace and quiet in the County. They have raised a large family in this valley and at no time have they seen fit to cast their lot elsewhere. Mr. and Mrs. Parman now claim the distinction of being the oldest couple living, who were married in the County and still reside here. Mr. Parman came to Surprise Valley in 1871 and settled near Eagleville, adjoining the ranch on which he has made his home for so many years. His first farming venture was on the Vaughn place, as a partner of A. C. Vaughn. In 1873, he was married to Dora Vaughn and moved to the ranch adjoining the Vaughn place, where he now resides. Mr. Parman, now 86 years of age, is still an active rancher. Although he has given up the modern means of transportation and has gone back to the mode of travel he knew so well in the days gone by, he comes to town driving his faithful horse. Old "Dobin" knows the way to Eagleville as well as his driver and mud, snow or rain does not hinder them in the leas. He does not need headlights at night and "blowouts", rough roads and other inconveniences announced by the modern rancher does not enter into the life of this pioneer resident. Mr. and Mrs. Parman have raised six children, three boys and three girls. One son and one daughter have passed away, but the remainder are still living in the county. Mr. Parman crossed the Plains at the age of seven years. His mother died at child birth during the trip to California and was buried reroute. The baby however survived. Three years ago Mr. and Mrs. Parman celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary at the Community Hall in Eagleville. There were more than three hundred residents of the valley at the affair, all of whom had known and loved this pioneer couple for many, many years. Mr. Parman filled out the unexpected term of Supervisor Merryfield, who resigned 20 years ago and was then elected to another term. He served six years. During this time he was one of the first good roads boosters of the county and made many trips to neighboring county seats in the interest of good roads. Mr. Parman has seen the west grow from the days of ox teams to the present state of modern transportation and conveniences not dreamed of in the days of the pioneer. He has visioned the growth of this valley from a few scattered ranch houses to the present time. He has lived the life of a true American, as well as a loyal and loving father and husband. His path has not been long in miles, but it has been thoroughly beaten and his character and good deeds would cover pages and will be written and remembered for many years to come. On this thanksgiving the Record joins with hundreds of others who have known Mr. and Mrs. Parman, in wishing that the remainder of their days be spent in the thoughtfulness for others, the peace and quiet of the land they have loved so many years and that they may enjoy many more Thanksgivings in the cheerful manner that reigns over their household today. LOSES ARM Pat Harkins, well known Modoc farmer had an arm amputated at the County hospital this week. He had an infection in a thumb. The thumb was amputated and later arm had to be removed. At the present time, his condition is satisfactory. RENEAU – BEEBE NUPTILS Thomas A. Reneau of Washington D. C. and Kathryn M. Beebe were married at the home of Mrs. Effie Sizer, aunt of the bride at 9:45 a. m., November 25. Present at the wedding were: Vincel S. Beebe and the bride’s mother, Grace L. Beebe who were witnesses. Rev. Virgil A. Vinyard officiated. The newlyweds departed immediately after the ceremony for Washington, where they will reside in the future. LOCAL MAN IS KILLED IN NEW MEXICO Milton Sharp, son of J. W. Sharp of Modesto, Cal., formerly of Cedarville, was killed in an auto wreck last week in Eunice, N. M., where he has resided for several years. He owned a stock ranch and raised thoroughbred Hereford cattle. His brother, Cal was called to his bedside: he lived a few days after the accident: he would have been 58 years old the 2nd of December. He is survived by his father, J. W. Sharp, Alla, his sister and two brothers, Dalton of Modesto and Cal of Fresno. His boyhood was spent in Surprise Valley and he had many friends here. (1:7) LAKE CITY ITEMS Mr. and Mrs. George Gens left here last weekend for San Jose, where they will make their future home. They will be sadly missed by their many friends here, who wish for them the very best in their new location. Lloyd Wimer had the misfortune to receive a bad scold while setting traps near the hot springs. Mr. and Mrs. Joe Wilson and family left here last week for Alturas where they will make their home. Their son Tommy remains here with his Grandmother Brown, till she leaves to be with her mother at Fossil, Oregon. Aunt Nannie Daniels left here last week for the bay region, where she will visit for sometime her children. Mr. and Mrs. William Hull came up after her. May she have a lovely visit and come back smiling and happy to us, we will miss her sadly. Mrs. Josh Hutchinson was here visiting with her mother "Aunt" Jane Jones. She attended church at the Baptist church while here. LOCAL ITEMS OF INTEREST TO ALL Born at Boise, Idaho, November 12, 1936 to Mr. and Mrs. Clifford Vaughn, a daughter – Lois Evelyn: weight 8-1/2 pounds. Henry Kober, Bidwell merchant, had the misfortune of tipping his car over on its side as he was returning home from the opening of the bay bridge. Neither he nor his wife were injured. Ray Brams and Sid Street drove to San Francisco last week to attend the "Bridge Opening" celebration. ~~~~~~ Billie C. & Anita 'Jean' Reynolds Family Researcher of "The Last Frontier" Modoc County, California --- Our outgoing mail is checked by ZoneAlarm AntiVirus.

SURPRISE VALLEY RECORD, CEDARVILLE, MODOC COUNTY, CAL THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 5,1936 CALLED TO GRASS VALLEY Mrs. Francine McGlish and her mother, Mrs. Blatner and Charles Daly were called last week to Grass Valley, where Mrs. McGlish’s brother, Joe Thornton died following injuries received in a mining accident. Thornton was down in the mine over three thousand feet when a ten-pound rock fell from the top of the shaft striking him on the head. (1:3) DANIEL FUNK DIES Word was received locally by anxiously waiting relatives and friends of the death in San Francisco Monday noon of Daniel Funk, New Pine Creek, Oregon, man. Mr. Funk had been suffering for sometime from an acute cancerous condition. He was taken to San Francisco last week by his brother, Henry Funk, in the hope that radium treatment might be used to improve his condition, but physicians there declared his case hopeless and death occurred soon after in a San Francisco hospital. His eldest son Carol was at his bedside at the time of his death. (1:4) W. G. DURBIN DIES IN CHICO Word was received in Cedarville today of the death in Chico of former forest supervisor, W. G. Durbin. Mr. Durbin resided in Alturas for many years and was later transferred to Susanville. While in Susanville, he was retired from the forest service in 1933. (1:3) PROMINENT MODOC COUNTY DOCTOR DIES DR. W. E. COPPEDGE DIES OF HEART AILMENT WHILE LISTENING TO RADIO The hearts of all who knew him were saddened Wednesday evening by the death of one of Modoc County’s most prominent citizens and doctors, Dr. W. E. Coppedge. Dr. Coppedge died about 4:10 of a heart ailment, while listening to the radio in his home in Alturas. He had been afflicted with heart trouble for several years, but it was not considered serious. Dr. Coppedge has resided in Modoc County since about 1909. He was prominent in fraternal and social activities of the County and was well known to all. For many years, he served as County physician and health officer. He also served in the medical corps of the U. S. Army during the World War. Left to mourn his passing are his second wife, a son, Vincil Coppedge, of Lake City and a daughter, Virginia Crowder, now of San Francisco. (1:5) DORRIS WINS AS SUPERVISOR W. J. Dorris, prominent Modoc County rancher and stock-raiser, was elected supervisor of Fourth District, Tuesday over his opponent, J. T. Negley. When final returns were in Dorris had a majority of 180 votes; the total votes were Dorris, 643; Negley, 463. There are 167 absentee votes to be counted, which still not make any difference in the election of Supervisor Dorris. SUPERVISOR HURT Supervisor O. P. Smelcer of the 5th district was cut and bruised and two other residents of Adin were badly shaken up when a car side-swiped them and they over turned four times Thursday night. EAGLE SNAPS The Halloween party sponsored by the Grange was a decided success. About fifty were present to enjoy the games and lunch, which were in keeping with the Halloween Spirit. Much credit is due Mrs. Robert Minto. Mr. and Mrs. D. H. Grove and daughter, Mrs. Georgia McCormick, were in Alturas Friday. Mrs. Grove’s health is improving rapidly and her daughter will return son to her home and family in Reno. NEWS NOTES FROM NEW PINE CREEK Two of our youth men, Glen Bussey, eldest son of Mrs. Hazel Bussey and Loran Croxton, son of Mr. and Mrs. R. E. Croxton of New Pine Creek, were painfully injured in an apparently head-on collision, which happened near the Marcus Martin, Sr., ranch, about 4 miles north of this place Sunday morning about 4:00 A. M. The driver of each car were less hurt than the two sitting beside the drivers. Glen Bussey got a bad cut under his chin, his thigh hurt and other cuts and bruises; Loran Croxton received a sprained or broken wrist, two teeth knocked out and otherwise cut and bruised. The boys had been on the Westside attending a Basket social and entertainment of the Thomas Creek Grange. The writer did not learn the names of the two in the other car, but heard that the one driving was seriously hurt and the driver badly shaken up. Criss Cannon is stepping pretty high and is wearing a broad smile due to the birth of an 8-pound baby girl, born on Wednesday of last week; both mother and daughter are doing nicely. This is the first born to this couple. Heartiest congratulations folks. Mildred Buhl had both bones in her right arm broken about the wrist, one day last week at the Kelly Creek School. She was up on the play ground apparatus and when the bell rang, in a hurry to get down, she fell breaking her arm. James F. Burgess was in town one day last week after fourteen days’ illness in bed. His friends were glad to see him out again. Mrs. Nellie Wallace of Bly, Oregon, who underwent an operation at Lakeview Hospital recently was moved to the Mike Wallace home here the first of last week and remained until Sunday, when Mr. and Mrs. Wallace and little daughter, Margaret, left for their home in Bly. Mrs. Wallace is rapidly recovering from the operation and we hope she will soon be her usual self. Mr. and Mrs. Wallace have built themselves a new home at Bly, the rapidly growing lumber town. Joe has a steady position at the Crane Lumber Company mill. THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 12, 1936 C. E. MOOERS [MOORE] DIES IN IDAHO Charley E. Mooers [Moore], aged 83 years and 18 days, died suddenly at the old family home now occupied by his daughter, Mrs. Paul Serfect, at Orofino, Idaho, October 27. He is the father of Fred J. Mooers [Moore] and Mrs. Paul Serfect, both of Orofino, Idaho. Frank Mooers [Moore] of Eugene, Oregon, Clarence, King, Creed and Mrs. R. E. Jones of Seattle, Washington and also a brother of F. A. Mooers [Moore] of Seattle. He was a member of Orofino F. & A. M. and was buried from the Green Lake Funeral home at 2 p. m. November 2, at Seattle. Interment was at the Washelli cemetery. Mr. Mooers [Moore] will be remembered as the husband of Emma King, for many years a resident of Lake City. Mrs. Mooers [Moore] passed away about three years ago. He was an uncle by marriage of Mrs. Arthur Ward and Kenneth N. Jacobs of Lake City and Mrs. Norman Jones of Los Molinos, California. (1:6) LAKE CITY ITEMS Mr. and Mrs. Joe Wilson were treated to a tin can serenade last Thursday by their friends here. Mrs. Wilson was formerly Neah Fox. Mr. and Mrs. Wilson are moving to Alturas where they will spend the winter. Mr. and Mrs. Fred Wimer and family are now in Ashland, Oregon. Mr. and Mrs. C. Heard have rented the Fred Wimer home and are now living there. The many friends here of Vincil Coppedge sympathize with him over the death of his father, Dr. W. E. Coppedge. Dr. Coppedge was a wonderful man in every respect. We have known and loved him for over 30 years, two of which were spent studying with him. Ever kind and encouraging in every way his loss will be deeply felt by those who knew and loved him. He was one of those doctors who inspire confidence the minute he stepped into the house. Farewell old friend, may the Great Physician treat you as you always treated your patients here below. FORT BIDWELL NEWS Fred Ash left for Oakland Thursday to attend the funeral of his mother, who passed away Tuesday at Torrence, California. The lady was 90 years of age. (2:7) The sad news of the death of Mrs. Daniel Baty reached Fort Bidwell Sunday, November 7th. (2:7) Mrs. Baty (Known as Aunt Polly) to her friends and neighbors has been ill for the past two weeks, but was thought to be improving when death came. Mrs. Baty was well known throughout this valley and in Lakeview, Oregon. She leaves to mourn her passing many friends and relatives. PEN PICTURE OF A PIONEER The record take pleasure in presenting to its readers at this time a pen picture of one of the oldest vets known and deeply respected citizens in Surprise Valley and who is the last veteran in Modoc County, California, of the Civil War of over seventy-two years ago. Miles Vernon was born in the Southern State of Louisiana of a Old English and Scotch family, long settled in the Southern land in the year of 1848, just after the war with Mexico and thirteen years before the commencement of the Civil War. With his parents he emigrated from Louisiana to Laclede County, Missouri at an early age and that was his home until he entered the Confederate Army, seeking Southern Independence in September 1862, at the age of fourteen. Serving in the Confederate Army until the war was over in 1865, he settled down at a home in Cook County, Texas, for four years, when he moved and this time to Benton County in the State of Arkansas and where he was married to Sarah Hutchinson. To this union four children were born an in the year 1875 emigrated from Arkansas to Modoc County, California, where he lived near Lake City and in Surprise Valley ever since and where two more children were born now 89 years of age, he bears the respect of all who are honored by knowing him. Thank God, we have lived long enough to realize how much we owe to those who had the loyalty to fight for their principles, either Confederate or Union and we of the Record hope Mr. Vernon will be with us for many years to come. Forest Poore and Dick Strickland overturned their automobile on the Cedarville grade Saturday night and it rolled over 11 times. Neither of the boys was hurt. LOCAL ITEMS OF INTEREST TO ALL Benny Heryford, son of Mr. and Mrs. Lee Heryford of this place was taken to the General hospital in Alturas the first of the week, suffering from an abscess in the throat. At this writing he is improving. The 28-year old invalid son of Mr. and Mrs. Marion Steward of Lake City passed away at their home at that place yesterday. (4:6) ~~~~~~ Billie C. & Anita 'Jean' Reynolds Family Researcher of "The Last Frontier" Modoc County, California --- Our outgoing mail is checked by ZoneAlarm AntiVirus.

SAM ASHER GETS NOSE BROKEN Sam Asher, while de-horning cattle on the Corporation ranch near Alturas this week, suffered a broken nose, cut eye and four teeth were knocked out by a stanchion, which hit him in the face when released. This is his fifth accident in two years and livestock have been the cause of them all. They include a broken back, broken arm, broken leg and a kick in the head by a horse, which had thrown him. NEWS NOTES FROM NEW PINE CREEK We are very sorry to learn that Mrs. John Thompson who became a mother recently is not getting along very well. She was taken to Lakeview Sunday and we hope to hear of her regaining her usual good health soon. Jud Sharrard and his brother, Ralph Sharrard are visiting here. Judge is now located at Winfield, Kansas and his brother is from Still Water, Oklahoma. They are staying at the home of their brother, Charles Sharrard and his family. Raymond Cook while trying to catch a horse was kicked between the eyes. The kick was not heavy enough to knock him out. Luckily for you, Raymond. Look out a little next time. And if a horse can not knock you out by kicking you between the eyes, why not go into the prize fighting game and take on the knock out Joe Louis. Mr. and Mrs. Wally Green left here on Wednesday of last week for Woodland. Wally went to consult a specialist at Woodland Clinic. He has not been very well for sometime. CARD OF THANKS We wish to thank our many friends for their acts of kindness, comforting words and the beautiful flowers, which they gave during the illness and death of our beloved father and brother. W. A. Odbert, Jr. Mr. and Mrs. H. A. Parman Mr. and Mrs. W. R. Odbert Mr. and Mrs. J. D. Hill Mrs. Ella M. Shartel Mr. and Mrs. J. D. Dawson Mr. and Mrs. Oscar Hotchkiss Brace Radabaugh was injured when his horse threw him the first of the week. He was taken to the Alturas hospital for medical attention. At this writing we do not have any definite information regarding the accident. LOCAL ITEMS OF INTEREST TO ALL Fred Shumate, constable of Greenville, arrived in Alturas Saturday to return George Williams, wanted for questioning in the slaying of James DeBarre. Judge F. M. Jamison, accompanied by Mrs. Jamison returned this week from the bay area where the judge has been recuperating from his recent illness. Lewis A. Vaughn and Gloria Warren both of Eagleville were married in Reno last Saturday. THURSDAY, OCTOBER 22, 1936 PROMINENT BOY PASSES AWAY IN SAN FRANCISCO The hearts of all who knew him were saddened this week by the death of one of Surprise Valleys most prominent youths, Fred Edward Ash, son of Mr. and Mrs. Fred Ash of Fort Bidwell. Fred Ash, Jr., was taken sick at the Surprise Valley fair and was taken to San Francisco, where he was operated upon September 24. He became unconscious 8-hours before the operation and remained in a coma for 20 days. He passed away October 14th. Fred Edward Ash graduated from the Fort Bidwell Grammar School and was a junior in High School at the time of his untimely death. He was recognized as a good student and a devoted son. Funeral services were held at the Ash home October 17th conducted by Rev. Vinyard. High school students attended in a body. To those who are left to mourn the passing of a loving son and brother, the Record joins with the young man’s many friends in extending the family of Mr. and Mrs. Fred Ash our deepest sympathy in their time of sorrow. (1:1) MURRAY KEMPLE DIES SUDDENLY Word was received in Modoc County this week of the death of Murray Kemple in San Bernardino. He passed away on October 15th and was buried at Fresno. Mr. Kemple was born and raised in Modoc County and was a graduate of he M.U.H.S. at Alturas. He was employed in the Alturas post office for several years and has many relatives in this vicinity. He leaves a wife and three children, his mother, one sister and three brothers to mourn his death. (1:2) LAKEVIEW MAN HELD IN JAIL AFTER WIFE DIES IN CRASH Jack Burford of Lakeview is held in jail at Lakeview as a result of the accidental death of his wife Saturday night. Mrs. Burford was killed when Burford hit a telephone pole with his auto and the machine was overturned. Her neck was broken and her jugular vein severed. (1:4) POLLY GREEN DIES IN CHICO Word was received in Cedarville this week that Polly Green, pioneer resident of Surprise Valley passed away in Chico, October 21. Mr. Green had been in ill health for sometime and was advised to leave Modoc County for a lower altitude in hopes that it might benefit his health. Polly Green had lived in Surprise Valley for many years and was well known throughout the County. He had been a barber, shoemaker and had been engaged in various other lines of business in Cedarville until ill health caused him to retire. He was 66 years of age at the time of his death. The body will be brought back to Cedarville by his brother, Ed Green and funeral services will be held Friday. (1:4) CARD OF THANKS We wish to thank our many friends for their acts of kindness and words of sympathy during our recent bereavement, the sickness and death of our beloved son and brother, Fred Edward Ash. Mr. and Mrs. Fred Ash and Family LOCAL ITEMS OF INTEREST TO ALL Mr. and Mrs. E. Rinehart of Bittner, Nevada were in Cedarville last week. Mr. and Mrs. Will Rhinehart [Rinehart] were Cedarville visitors yesterday. Declaration to marry was filed this week by Mary Ellen Stevens of Tule Lake and Fred Wilson of Alturas. A divorce action was filed in Superior Court this week, charging desertion. The principals in the action are Grace T. Dallas vs. Harold Dallas. Frederick Badger and Miss Fay Clark were married at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Earl Clark Saturday afternoon. The groom is from Redding, now working at the Edgerton Lumber Company in Adin. BIG VALLEY MAN SUSTAINS SKULL INJURY SUNDAY A. M. Clyde Rader, employed on the ranch of Senator D. J. Metzker of Lookout is in a serious condition at the Alturas hospital as a result of a double skull fracture sustained in an automobile collision early Sunday morning. Harold Kolb of Glenburn was the driver of the second machine involved. Rader was thrown out of his car by the impact of the collision. Kolb and other witnesses reported that the Rader automobile was crosswise of the highway and that Kolb was blinded by the lights of a third car. Rader has been unconscious since he was brought to the hospital. THURSDAY, OCTOBER 29, 1936 WILLIAM SHARP KILLED IN CAR CRASH BROKEN STEERING GEAR ON CAR IS BLAMED FOR DEATH OF W. W. SHARP A few hours after he jubilantly announced "this is my lucky day!" William W. Sharp, 65, of 1515 10th Street, crashed to his death yesterday against a tree on the Auburn Boulevard at Del Paso Park. STEERING GEAR BREAKS Sharp for twenty-four years treasurer and tax collector of Lassen County and a Sacramento insurance agent for the last two years was killed when the steering gear on his automobile broke, throwing his car out of control. He told fellow agents of the Northwestern Mutual life Insurance Company shortly before starting on his fatal ride, he just had sold a $10,000 life insurance policy. The accident took place a few yards from the home of Dr. June B. Harris. The physician was summoned, but Sharp died shortly after the doctor reached his side. Sharp’s death crash was witnessed by Joseph Osborne, a truck driver for the Feather River Civilian Conservation Corps camp. Osborne was following the insurance man’s car and was the first man to reach him. He was joined in a few minutes by State Highway Patrolmen, Thomas Taylor and Taylor Wahl. WITNESS’ STORY Osborne told officers: "We both were headed for Sacramento, just this side of Del Paso Park, when his car suddenly started to move off the highway. Gathering speed it plunged into an oak tree near where the city is erecting pheasant cages." Taylor and Wahl said a part of the steering apparatus of Sharp’s car apparently snapped. Coroner Jack Garibaldi ordered a post mortem examination for today. Sharp was a public official in Lassen County for thirty-two years, moved to Tenth Street address with his wife, Mrs. Anne E. Sharp, shortly after he was defeated for re-election as treasurer and tax collector in Lassen County in 1934. He was president of the State Tax Collector’s Association in 1934. He was formerly county auditor and recorder of Lassen County. BORN IN SUSANVILLE He was born in Honey Lake Valley on a ranch near Susanville, the son of California pioneers. His father went to Lassen County from his native Tennessee shortly after the gold rush days of 1849. His mother, the former Laurana Walker, came across the plains with her parents in 1854. She was one of the first school teachers in the Honey Lake District. Sharp was district deputy president of the Native Sons of the Golden West In 1934 and was a member of the Honey Lake parlor at Standish. He was also a member of the Lassen Commandery No. 41, Knights Templar. He was a member of the Sacramento Life Underwriters Association and had made reservations to attend a meeting of the organization at Los Angeles. Sharp’s son, Myron L. Sharp is traveling in Europe. Sharp was the step-father of Bernard McClelland of Susanville and the brother of Thomas Sharp of Johnstonville, Mrs. Della Grow of Carmichael, Mrs. Chester Tombs and Miss Harriet Sharp of Pacific Grove and Mrs. Anna Agee of Glenburn. A church funeral was held Monday in Susanville. Clark, Booth & Yardley are in charge. (1:1) DEMURRER IN FLOURNOY WILL CASE OVER RULED A demurrer in the contest of the will of J. D. Flournoy was over ruled this week by Judge F. M. Jamison. The demurrer had been filed by the proponents of the will, which is being contested by John Francis Flournoy. LAKE CITY ITEMS Mrs. Fred Wimer sold her store last week to Miss Celia Daniels. Miss Roberta Heard will have charge of the store for Miss Daniels. Mr. and Mrs. Wimer are renting their place here in Lake City and are moving this week to Ashland, Oregon. The Wimers have been active in both business and private life here and will be greatly missed by their many friends, who are hoping they will get dreadfully homesick in the Oregon city and will return to make their home again at Lake City. Mrs. M. W. Jones has returned to Lake City after a sojourn in the General Hospital and at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Keith Wilson on Joseph Creek. Mrs. Jones is still far from well. Mrs. Charles Aikins received the sad news Friday of the death of a niece. Mr. and Mrs. Aikins left Saturday morning for Greenville to attend the funeral. This is the second death in Mrs. Aikins family in less than six months. We extend our sympathy. W. Reynolds of Silver Lake, Oregon is visiting with relatives here. [George Washington "Wash" was the minister of the Baptist Church in Silver Lake, Oregon and I have been told that some of the pews in the church have his name carved into them. BCR] Earl Hobbs came over from Ashland Friday and moved his mother, Mrs. Alice Hobbs back to that place. Geraldine and Wilma Garrett went with them; Geraldine will enter the Ashland High and Wilma the grade school. Mrs. Bide Steward underwent a major operation at the General Hospital, Alturas, last week. She is reported convalescing nicely. ~~~~~~ Billie C. & Anita 'Jean' Reynolds Family Researcher of "The Last Frontier" Modoc County, California --- Our outgoing mail is checked by ZoneAlarm AntiVirus.

SURPRISE VALLEY RECORD, CEDARVILLE, MODOC COUNTY, CAL THURSDAY, OCTOBER 1, 1936 MISS SKILLMAN WEDS RICHMOND MAN SATURDAY Benjamin Picton, 25, popular young man of Richmond took as his bride Saturday afternoon Miss Laura Jane Skillman, 21, of Fort Bidwell. They were married at the home of Rev. Fred Stripp, pastor of Thousand Oaks Baptist Church, Berkeley. Only close friends and relatives were present. The bridegroom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. William Picton, 447 South Twenty-eighth Street and is an employee of Ford Motor Company. He is a graduate of Richmond Union High School and well known among the younger circles. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. I. Skillman of Fort Bidwell. She was dressed in a cream and brown afternoon dress with brown accessories. She wore a small felt hat and a corsage of gardenias and lilies of the valley. The bridal couple was attended by the bride’s sister and husband, Mr. and Mrs. Robert Fabricius. Following the wedding the bridal couple attended an anniversary party at the Wilbert Jones home, 122 Thirty-Second Street. After the party Mr. and Mrs. Picton left for a short wedding trip in the north. On their return they will reside at 727 Adams Street, Albany. – Richmond Independent Don Ridley and Esther Tibbett of new Pine Creek were married Friday. Fred A. Ash, Jr., was taken to the University Hospital last week by his father. He has sinus infection. District Attorney, A. K. Wylie, returned last week from Klamath Falls, where he had been for medical treatment. He has been suffering from carbuncles. DORIS PARMAN IS MARRIED Announcement of the marriage of Miss Doris Parman and Mr. George Schadler was made yesterday by the bride’s father, Mr. Vern Parman. The ceremony was performed Friday, September 25, at the Baptist parsonage by the Rev. Phillip Schwabenland. The bride wore a green silk sport suit with black accessories. A small tight fitting hat with nose veil and a corsage of gardenias completed her costume. The attendants were Mrs. Schwabenland and Mrs. C. L. Raymond. Immediately following the ceremony Mr. and Mrs. Schadler departed by motor on their honeymoon, which will include a tour of California. At the present time they are visiting relatives at Greenville, California. Mrs. Schadler is the daughter of Mr. Vern Parman of Lake City. She is graduate of the Reno High School and was a sophomore _________________ her of Alpha Delta Sorority. Mr. Schadler is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Herman Schadler of Fort Bidwell, Cal. He is a graduate of the Fort Bidwell High School. At the present time he is engaged in the farming and stock business at Canby, Cal., where they will make their home. – Nevada State Journal (The line is to show that there was information that could not be read from microfilm) MRS. MCSHANE, DIES AT LAKEVIEW Mrs. Nellie McShane, 73, widely known Lake County pioneer, died early Wednesday morning at the Lakeview Hospital following a short illness. She has been a resident in Lake County for more than 40 years. Mrs. McShane was born in Ballysheen, County Kerry, Ireland, January 1, 1864. She came to America in her teens and was married to James McShane in Washington, D. C. when she was 27 years old. She and her husband moved to Lakeview in 1891 and have made this county their home ever since. She was a devout member of St. Patrick’s Catholic Church of this city and was well known for her charity and aid to the unfortunate. She is survived by her husband, James McShane; two sisters, one living in Washington, D. C. and three daughters, Mrs. H. O. Wells, of San Francisco, Mrs. Stanley Hansen of West Side and Mrs. C. F. Scroggins of Lakeview. Rosary services will be held at St. Patrick’s Church at 8 p. m. this evening with Rev. Father Nealon officiating. Interment will take place in Sunset cemetery. (1:6) NEWS NOTES FROM NEW PINE CREEK Mr. and Mrs. William Vaughtrin left for Portland, Oregon, one day last week, where Mr. Vaughntrin expects to undergo an operation at the St. Vincent Hospital in that city. Mr. Vaughntrin has been in poor health for several months and it has been planned to have the operation for sometime. We hope that it will be successful and that he may return in good health. They were taken to Portland by H. M. Fleming in his car. Jimmie McCrew took down with a bad case of tonsillitis one-day last week and was taken to the Alturas Hospital, where he remained four days. LAKE CITY ITEMS Mrs. Relious Jones was operated upon at S. F. at St. Luke’s Hospital for liver trouble Thursday… Harry Ward is back from S. F. where he went for treatment for his hand. Mrs. Blanche Spalding Henderson was killed Sunday night at ________ side of the road and struck by a truck. She was the only daughter, one of twins, of C.A. Spalding, the pioneer sawmill man of Joseph Creek, place now owned by Keith Wilson. She was the mother of ten children. Was aged 42 years. Mrs. Ollie Layton of Alturas is half sister, M. B. Cooley of Alturas, is half brother and C. A. Spalding is a brother. (2:5) FOUR ARE HURT IN BIEBER COLLISION Four persons were injured and six more shaken up when an automobile driven by F. Prochsler of San Francisco collided with two other cars on Big Valley Mountain at midnight on September 28th. Lee Metcalf of Bieber has head cuts and chest injuries. Mrs. Gladys Metcalf, head cuts. Mrs. Mamie Holcomb of Bieber, sprained ankle and Gus Bestal of Pittville, arm injured. Others in the wreck were Homer Bestal, Mrs. Neil Bestal, Mrs. Ada Kestre of Pittville, Charles Holl and Roland Holcomb of Bieber. LOCAL ITEMS OF INTEREST TO ALL Mrs. Hope Ward Jones of Lake City underwent an operation at St. Luke’s Hospital in San Francisco. Reports are to the effect that she is recovering nicely. Mr. and Mrs. C. V. Muzzy of Lake City, had intended leaving for the East, when their daughter, Miss Lois, was taken suddenly ill with appendicitis and was operated at the General Hospital at Alturas last Saturday. Born September 28, 1936 at 1:45 A. M. a 9-1/2 pound son, Willard James, at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Bernard B. Benner. (Mother and babe doing nicely; father suffering from swell head). The oldest child of Mr. and Mrs. Percy Harris of Cedarville has been quite ill during the past week with bronchitis. HIS GUN WAS MISSING Our local enthusiastic nimrod Justice of the Peace and garage man, Milo L. Kennedy, lost his buck… we say lost for Bill never got chance to take a shot… but here’s the story he tells: "I lay my gun against a tree and sat down in the trail… was watching chipmunks and tree squirrels and not paying any particular attention to anything… when ups and comes down the trail a big doe, which was followed by a fine four-point buck… when I rose up… the doe puts on all "four wheel breaks," and turns off on a side trail… the buck also disappears as if by magic, before I could get my gun…Bill came to town after rather trying experience… but gets up some more enthusiasm and hi-tail it again for the hills, with the anticipation of just getting another "look" at one of those elusive bucks. He says he is going to keep his gun within reach this time. THURSDAY, OCTOBER 8, 1936 MANAGER OF LUMBER FIRM DIES IN FIRE B. W. Lakin, manager of the McCloud River Lumber Company and well known in Susanville and Lassen County, was burned yesterday when trapped by flames while fighting a raging forest fire near McCloud. He had gone to the fire region Thursday night with two companions, from whom he become separated. The heavy brush apparently impeded Lakin’s travel and he became exhausted. The body was found yesterday morning at nine o’clock. (1:1) GEORGE BUCHER DIES AT FORT BIDWELL, 68 The Record received word too late for press last week of the passing of George Bucher of Fort Bidwell. Mr. Bucher had been in ill health for many months and his passing was not unexpected. George Bucher was born December 9th, 1868 and was 68 years of age at the time of death. He was married December 3, 1899 to Gertie G. Garrett, who survives him are also two sons, Reuel and John. Two brothers, Douglas and Fred of Fort Bidwell and another, Frank of Lakeview; three sisters, Mrs. Stella Monroe, Mrs. Melvin Smith and Mrs. Dora Poindexter of Fort Bidwell. Funeral services were held at Fort Bidwell Wednesday. Graveside services were conducted by Rev. Vinyard of Cedarville. (1:5) BIDWELL NOTES Sunday night a large crowd charivaried Mr. and Mrs. Ben Picton at the home of the bride’s parents, Mr. and Mrs. Ike Skillman. Fred Ash returned Monday from San Francisco where he has been at the bedside of his son. He states that there is a slight improvement in Fred Jr’s, condition although he is still unconscious. NEWS NOTES FROM NEW PINE CREEK James F. Burgess one of our pioneer citizens is at the present writing ill at his home. CHILD KILLED WHEN TREE FELLED BY LIGHTENING CRASHES THROUGH HOUSE Vera Jane rice, three-year old daughter of Howard and June Rice of Chester was fatally injured Friday afternoon when a large pine tree, which was struck by lightening, fell across her home and crushed it to the ground, pinning the child in the wreckage. She suffered internal injuries, fractures of both legs and a dislocated thigh. (3:7) LOCAL ITEMS OF INTEREST TO ALL A baby boy arrived at the home of Mr. and Mrs. B. B. Benner on September 28th. The baby was named Willard James Benner. Fred Ash and R. R. Baker returned the first of the week from San Francisco. Mr. Ash reports that his son Fred, Jr., is in a very critical condition after an operation for removal of a tumor in the brain. Mrs. W. E. Hill, who has been in the bay region for a time undergoing medical treatment, was able to return to her home last week in a much improved state of health. Mr. and Mrs. A. Cox will leave Monday morning for San Francisco where they will go to the bedside of Mrs. Cox’s stepmother, who is seriously ill at that place. Mr. and Mrs. George Benner of Stockton were Cedarville visitors last weekend. This is the first time that George has visited his old time home in 10 years. Jimmie Hansen was taken to Alturas the first of the week for medical attention. THURSDAY, OCTOBER 15, 1936 WOMAN KILLED IN AUTO NEAR CLARK RANCH A tragic accident occurred Sunday morning about 10 o’clock, 10 miles south of Alturas near the Clark Brothers ranch, when a light pickup automobile overturned, killing its driver and injuring the other three occupants of the machine. Mrs. E. M. Sewart of Geyserville, who was driving the car, was killed instantly. Her neck was broken. E. M. Sewart, husband of the dead woman received bruises about the head and an injured back. F. M. Sewart and Miss Bernice Nutter, the other two occupants received bruises and cuts over their bodies and it was thought Miss Nutter received a fractured leg. The cause of the accident was not determined as it happened on a straight stretch of road. The husband of the dead woman was asleep in the back of the car and could not give any details as to why the car left the highway. The party had been camped on the Adin Mountain and the four were returning home by way of Alturas and Susanville. (1:1) Monte Hutchison, 69, for seven years Justice of the Peace at Gerlach, died in Reno last night. He was a native of Klamath Falls and had lived in Nevada for more than fifty years. He leaves (1:2) (This article was not complete in paper). LAKE CITY MAN DIES IN RENO William A. Odbert, Lake City rancher and pioneer, was operated on at the Reno hospital the first of the week. He recovered from the operation and was on the road to recovery, when he took a sudden turn for the worse and died. Obsequies were held from the Lake City Church on Monday, October 12, after which the body was interred in the Lake City cemetery. William Alexander Odbert was born February 18, 1872 in Godrich, Ontario, Canada and passed away at Reno, Nevada, October 8th, 1936 at the age of 64 years, 7 months and 20 days. In early life he became identified with the Methodist Church. He was married December 12, 1894 to Mary D. Mott of Genoa, Nevada. They made their home in Surprise Valley, where he was engaged in mercantile, milling and ranching until the time of his death. To this union were born six children, four of whom are still living. Mrs. Harold Parman and William A. Odbert, Jr., of Lake City, Mrs. J. D. Hill of Susanville and Warren R. Odbert of Vallejo, California. He also leaves to mourn his passing three sisters, Mrs. J. G. Dawson of Davis Creek, California, Mrs. E. M. Shartel of Beverly Hill and Mrs. Oscar Hotchkiss of Kamaloup’s, Canada and four grandchildren. His wife died December 7, 1912 at Lake City and is buried there where Mr. Odbert will be placed beside her. Funeral services were held at the Baptist Church in Lake City, Monday October 12 at 2:30 o’clock, Rev. Vinyard officiated. (1:2) ~~~~~~ Billie C. & Anita 'Jean' Reynolds Family Researcher of "The Last Frontier" Modoc County, California --- Our outgoing mail is checked by ZoneAlarm AntiVirus.

Kesner Dean Wiley Kesner Dean Wiley, an Alturas and Cedarville pharmacy owner for many years, and a Cedarville native, passed away December 6, 2004 in Escondido, CA. Mr. Wiley and his wife Alice (Warrens) Wiley, relocated to their serene over 100 acre Escondido avocado and orange ranch in 1962. Born on February 16, 1917 in Cedarville, CA., Mr. Wiley was 86 at the time of his passing. Memorial services are pending. A service will be held at a future date in Cedarville. The Modoc Record will also publish Mr. Wylie's obituary at a future date. Patricia Fuller Alturas resident, Patricia Fuller passed away December 3, 2004 at Modoc Medical Center in Alturas, CA. Born February 2, 1911, she was 93 years of age. Patricia was born to Mr. and Mrs. Burdett Johnson in Campo, Colorado. She graduated from Elkhart High School in Richfield, Kansas in 1929. Patricia married Chase Harrison after high school and they moved to Colorado, where Patricia worked as a seamstress until 1955, when they moved to Long Beach, California Patricia married Glenn Fuller in 1965. The Fullers moved to Alturas, CA in 1969. Patricia took college classes at Lassen College in 1976 where she obtained her Dietetic Certificate. Mrs. Fuller was employed at the Modoc Senior Center for many years, before retiring in 1992. Patricia had many friends, and was loved very much by her adopted Alturas family, the Pereiras. The family includes Janet, Janice, James and Mark Pereira, Dale Heiter and all their children. Per her wishes, Mrs. Fuller will be buried in Long Beach, California. There are no planned services at this time. Please direct any donations to Janet Pereira at P.O. Box 173, Alturas, CA. 96101. Kerr Mortuary in Alturas has charge of arrangements. Jim Willoughby James Russell Willoughby, Sr., died Saturday afternoon, December 11, 2004 at 1:53 p.m. at Pueblo Norte Hospice Center in Scottsdale, Arizona, due to complications from a fall. Jim was born at home on April 22, 1928 in Toronto, Ohio to Edna Gertrude McKeown and Russell Lee Willoughby. Jim and his younger sister and brother were transferred to an IOOF Children's Home in Springfield, Ohio when he was nine because both of his parents had contracted TB. His father died shortly after that and his mother took all three children out of the Home when she recovered six years later Jim worked at the local Steel Mill and Clay yards in Toronto before heading to California to attend two years of college at Pasadena City College, then two years at Art Center School in Los Angeles. He also completed four years of correspondence courses with the Famous Artists School in Westport, Connecticut and graduated with honors. He worked at Chrysler Corp. in Maywood, CA as a salvage engineer on the C-130 planes, then Ramo-Woolridge, Space Technology Labs and Aerospace Corp. as an intelligence agent. While at Chrysler in the early 50's, Jim started his lifetime career as a free lance cartoonist. He was a member of the prestigious National Cartoonist Society for 20 years and received the Outstanding Alumnus Award from Toronto High School in 1999. In 1972, he went to work at Filmation Studios in Van Nuys, CA and began a 21-year career in the animation field. Jim started sculpting in 1978 and completed 14 bronzes prior to starting his career as an author/illustrator. In 1988, Jim wrote and illustrated his first book and since that time, has completed a dozen more. He began his career as an Editorial Cartoonist with the Daily Courier shortly after arriving in Prescott in 1985. He has produced numerous cartoons for Arizona Highways Magazine since 1988. Jim was first married to Dorothy Ponder in 1952 and that union produced two sons, Jim Willoughby, Jr., location unknown; David Willoughby of Thousand Oaks, CA and an infant daughter, April, who died a few days after birth. He is also survived by his beloved wife of 24 years, Sue Willoughby, his sister Gail Wilder of Colorado Springs, CO, and his brother, Dick Willoughby of Cassadaga, New York, step-daughter, Sherri Carlsberg of Prescott, step-son Nick Stuard of Reno, Nevada and numerous grandchildren, nephews and nieces. A celebration of life service is scheduled for Wednesday, December 15, 2004 at 10:30 a.m. at Hampton's Funeral Home in Prescott. Don 'Big Joe' Jorgenson Part-time Healdsburg resident, hay supplier and friend to many Don (Big Joe) Jorgenson, 58, died suddenly of a catastrophic heart attack on Saturday December 4, 2004. He was in Modoc County just preparing to drive another load of hay to his family's farm on Limerick Lane in Healdsburg, CA. Don is sorely missed by his family, which include his wife of 21 years Kathryn (Reinecke) Jorgenson, daughter Kirstin, 20, son Keith 17 and his sister Maryann Jorgenson of Burbank, CA. To everyone who knew him, Don was a helpful, friendly and outgoing person. He loved to talk with people and had an endless supply of stories including the latest on science and news about his beloved children. People in Modoc commented that he would often stop when he found travelers in distress along his 400 mile route and use his radio to call for help, giving them blankets and staying with them until help arrived. He really enjoyed his hay customers and visits with them and he would help them with other things if he could. Many people have commented that he seemed never to have an unkind word for anyone. After the holidays, there will be a memorial service in Sonoma County and informal get togethers in Sonoma and Modoc counties to celebrate his life. Those specifics will be published when possible. Tentatively, a gathering for January 8 on the Ackley Ranch at the shop (his second home) is being considered. Pending arrangements, more information will be given at a later notification. A "Children of Don Jorgenson Memorial Scholarship Fund" has been created at Exchange Bank, 1031 Vine Street, Healdsburg, CA. 95448, to help his and Kathy's children continue to pursue the education that Don prized so highly. December 23, 2004 Madeline Plains man dies in shooting case An apparent domestic dispute escalated into a hostage situation and then turned deadly in a compound on the Madeline Plains near Marr Road, about 10 miles east of Ravendale, when a man identified as 49-year-old Harold Teeters, formerly of Susanville, was shot. "It's an officer involved shooting," said Steve Warren, assistant sheriff for the Lassen County Sheriff's Department. He was at the scene as a SWAT team withdrew from the isolated compound and deputies secured the area about 9 a.m., Friday morning. According to Warren, the California Department of Justice will investigate the incident. The scene is "frozen" pending a thorough investigation. The incident began sometime soon after midnight and played out in the early morning hours. Neighbors reported that there was exchange of gunfire between two trailers at a compound more than 200 yards off Marr Road. Apparently, Teeters and his wife, Mary, were the shooters in a domestic dispute turned violent. It is unknown at this time who fired the first shot. Teeters' mother, Sue Gregg, and stepfather, Parry Gregg, were reportedly also in one of the two trailers at the time. A Gregg family friend noted that it was probably Sue Gregg who notified the police. The initial call brought a field deputy to the residence. Sometime after his arrival the deputy then called for backup The situation was already well underway when the assistant sheriff was notified. "I got my first call at home. It was about 3 a.m., and they (the SWAT team) were already en route up here," said Warren. "It looked like it was possibly a hostage situation," he further explained. "We deployed our SWAT team. We removed the hostages from the area." The hostages, according to neighbors, were Teeters' wife, mother and stepfather. A terse sheriff's department press release indicated that Teeters terminated attempts to negotiate by SWAT team members, then engaged them with live fire. "Teeters was fired upon and was fatally wounded," said the brief statement. Officers were understandably cautious because they almost certainly recalled a similar call to the Ravendale area in 1995 when deputy Larry Griffith was shot while attempting to contact a suspect in a domestic dispute On scene to assist Lassen County officers were Modoc County Sheriff Bruce Mix, and California Highway Patrol officers. "There were police cars everywhere," said a nearby Marr Road resident. The interagency swat team called to this most recent incident was composed of officers from both the Sheriff's Department and the Susanville City Police. "So, we don't investigate; they don't investigate," explained Warren of the subsequent incident inquiry. "We just freeze it (the shooting scene), and we're waiting for the Department of Justice." Reportedly a parolee, Teeters' was said by his wife to be angered by "a letter from the probation department or the adoption department" that denied him permission to contact his children. "Those are his sons," she declared at the scene. Recently married, the Teeters relocated to the home on Marr Road last November 1. "I lived out here once before. But we had split up for a few months É about four months. But, we got back together and got married," said a tearful Mary Teeters, who also indicated that her husband had been drinking. Family arguments were common between Teeters and his wife, according to friends. "He was a bartender at the Pioneer," said Teeters' distraught mother, telling of his life in Susanville before moving to the Madeline Plains compound about six months ago. One neighbor observed that Teeters was a recent parolee with an arrest record who was "not going to go back." Another noted that he "had a lot of guns," a certain violation of the terms of his parole since possession of firearms is strictly forbidden parolees. Edna Brown Alturas resident and former long-time business owner, Edna (Nyland) Brown, age 81, passed away in Alturas, CA. on Tuesday, December 21, 2004. A graveside service will be conducted by Dr. Ben Zandstra on Wednesday, Dec. 29 at 2 p.m. at Alturas Cemetery. Edna was born October 30, 1923, to Dick and Reka Nyland in Martin, Michigan. Edna graduated Valedictorian, class of 1941, Martin High School. She furthered her education by attending Hope College in Holland, Michigan. Edna then moved to Sacramento, California where she met and married Dale Brown in 1946. Dale was a watchmaker and in 1952, they came to Alturas and purchased Faye's Jewlery which together they operated until 1989. Dale preceded her in death. Edna is survived by one brother, Leslie (Gerrie) Nyland of Moran, Michigan, two sisters, Rebecca (Milton) Schofield of Dunnellon, Florida and Esther Bose of Plainwell, Michigan and special friends Mary Lou and Mickey Allen of Alturas. Edna was very fond of animals and fed and cared for many stray cats that roamed her neighborhood. Her favorite was "Thug," who often took his meals in the house. Donations may be made to the Modoc County Senior Center, a place and staff that was very dear to her. Levi Scott Edwards Levi Scott Edwards, also known as "Wrangler," age 16 months, died December 16, 2004 at the family ranch in Sites, CA. Born August 31, 2003 he made his home on the White Oak Ranch in Sites, CA. in Colusa County, His parents Slim and Cristy Edwards of Sites, CA run cattle locally and also own a ranch in Modoc County. He left behind his big brother Tyler Edwards and his two sisses Kelsey and Kaily McKinley. He was pure joy to his grandparents Tom and Betty Edwards of Shingletown, and Don and Nancy Mayo of Live Oak. He also left behind many aunts and uncles and friends scattered far and wide. Levi brought love and delight to everyone he touched. He was packed full of spirit and was well on his way to becoming a cowman. He had already been horseback and went out to feed the heifers every morning with his father. He loved to read the Livestock Journal , pointing out all the cows for his parents and mooing. Levi was always smiling, and laughing, full of pure love. He adored ranch life, along with the cows, sheep, horses, dogs, cats and bugs. Levi loved to dance and you could always see him dancing to any tune. He adored his family and was surrounded by love. He bestowed "nosey's" and big wet baby kisses to those he loved. His light in life will be deeply missed. He was loved beyond belief. Levi was preceded in death by his sister Amanda Edwards and his cousin Kyle Edwards. Services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, December 22 at the Maxwell, CA. Cemetery. There will be a gathering at the Maxwell Legion Hall, directly following. Services will be officiated by Pastor Ken Edwards of Williams and Pastor Destry Campbell of Alturas. Memorial donations can be made in Levi's name to the Shriners Hospital for Children, 2425 Stockton Blvd., Sacramento, CA. 95817. Services were under the arrangements McNary-Moore Funeral Service, Colusa, CA. December 30, 2004 Marion LeRoy Campbell Marion LeRoy Campbell, 87, died December 27, 2004, in Cedarville, California. A memorial service will be at 11 a.m. on Friday, December 31, 2004, at the Kerr Mortuary Chapel in Alturas. A reception will follow at the Alturas Elks Lodge. Marion was born October 22, 1917, in Alturas, California, to George Donald and Genevieve Cantrall (McGinnis) Campbell. Marion attended local schools. In January 1941, he enlisted in the U.S. Army. He served during World War II in Company C of the 378th Infantry as a Technician Fifth Grade. He served in England, France, Belguim, Luxembourg and Germany. He was awarded the Purple Heart, World War II Victory Ribbon, EAME Theater Ribbon, two Bronze Service Stars, Good Conduct Medal and American Theater Ribbon. He was Honorably Discharged in November 1945. On August 6, 1949, Marion married Genevieve Pratt in Reno, Nevada. Marion worked as a cook for many years at different hotels in Alturas. He worked as a logger. He ended his work career with the U.S. Forest Service retiring in 1980. He was a member of the Alturas Fire Department, the Alturas Elks Lodge, Veterans of Foreign Wars and cooked for the Tribe Ride for many years. He also cooked at the Fort Bidwell Memorial Day Barbecue beginning with the first one in 1976. Among his interests were hunting, fishing, cooking, gardening and watching grandchildren play baseball, softball, basketball and soccer. He also enjoyed endless hours of cribbage with the grandchildren. Marion looked forward to his weekend drives and fishing trips with his son, family and friends. His wife Jenny, brothers Jim and Glen Campbell, preceded Marion in death. Survivors include his daughter Charlene Fitzpatrick of Sacramento; son and daughter-in-law Ron and Debbie Campbell of Alturas; grandchildren Keith Fitzpatrick of Sacramento, Christopher Fitzpatrick of Sacramento, Sarah Campbell of Beaverton, Oregon and Ryan Campbell of Boise, Idaho. Memorial contributions may be made to the Alturas Elks Lodge and the Alturas VFW Post 3327. ~~~~~~ Billie C. & Anita 'Jean' Reynolds Family Researcher of "The Last Frontier" Modoc County, California --- Our outgoing mail is checked by ZoneAlarm AntiVirus.

Modoc County Record - December 2, 2004 Claire Goulden Funeral services for Claire Goulden, age 93, a lifelong, very respected Modoc resident, were held Nov. 24, 2004, 11:30 a.m. at Christian Life Assembly in Alturas. Burial followed in the Likely Cemetery. Mrs. Goulden was born Claire Flournoy in Modoc County, April 22, 1911 and died at her residence Nov. 21, 2004. She married Wallace Goulden on November 1, 1930. He died March 1, 1991. The couple was involved in ranching for decades. She worked as a secretary for Pacific Power and Light and was also a professional cook. She played the organ for the church well into her eighties. She was a devout Christian, always teaching the Bible to her friends and family. She loved her cattle, her horses and loved horseback riding. Her family remembers her as an amazing cook. The community remembers her as a classy and gracious woman. She is survived by: a daughter, Judy Carlsberg, Calabasas, Ca.; a sister, June Lord, of Auburn; five grandchildren, Cal Carlsberg, Grants Pass, Dan Carlsberg, Grass Valley, Rick Carlsberg, Carmel, Cory Goulden, Phoenix, Tami Hooper, Sparks; nine great grandchildren, Crystal Carlsberg, Sherman Oaks, Jacqueline Carlsberg, Scottsdale, Az., Katherine Carlsberg, Grass Valley, Lauren Carlsberg, Grass Valley, Makena Carlsberg, Grass Valley, Holly Carlsberg, Carmel; Violet Carlsberg, Carmel, Cierra Carlsberg, Celena Carlsberg, Grants Pass. She was preceded in death by a son, Doran Goulden in November, 1998. Donations may be made to the American Cancer Society. Dorothy Dean Anklin Long-time Modoc resident and teacher Dorothy Dean Anklin of Canby, passed away November 25, 2004 in Alturas, CA at the age of 94. Born Dorothy Allen Dean in Sacramento, CA, on December 6, 1909, she lived there about three years until her family moved to Red Bluff where she attended elementary and high school. She attended Chico Normal School (Cal State University at Chico, today), where she received a teaching certificate in 1929. Her first teaching job brought her to Canby, CA, where she was in charge of the one room school. She spent one year teaching in Canby. It was quite an experience for a new teacher, but she had many happy memories from the experience. During this time, she met Ray Anklin, whom she married in Sacramento on June 18, 1932. Prior to their marriage, they homesteaded adjoining sections of land in Black's Canyon, near Canby. Dorothy shared some good stories of the time she had to spend up there to "prove up" the land. She and Ray began their married life in Canby where they rented a ranch a few years, then purchased their own. They continued to ranch until Ray retired in the 1970s. During the early years of their marriage and the Depression, Dorothy taught a couple of years in Sacramento, also in Adin and Tionesta. She tutored for a year at the Cedarville Elementary School. She returned to full time teaching in Alturas in 1946 and retired in 1973, after 27 years of teaching. She loved her years of teaching and really enjoyed the kids, satisfied in seeing their progress. She also enjoyed the interaction with other teachers. Back in their younger days, many of the teachers would get together with their families for dinner and plenty of card playing. Dorothy continued her education through summer school, extension and correspondence classes. She really enjoyed learning and was very excited to receive her Bachelor of Arts degree in education from Chico State College in about 1959. The Anklins enjoyed retirement at their home in Canby, fortunate to have three grandchildren who lived nearby and who spent lots of time visiting at their home. After Ray's death, Dorothy started another chapter in her life, and at age 83 traveled with Elinor to England, Southeast Asia, Quebec and Canada's Maritime Provinces and Vermont for the fall colors. She also saw the country, visiting relatives in Oregon, Montana and Southern California. During her last years, she was able to enjoy some wonderful, happy times with her two sisters who lived in Sacramento and Anderson. She enjoyed gardening, reading, playing cards with friends and family and outings with the Modoc Historical Society. Dorothy was a member of the California CattleWomen's Association, Modoc CowBelles, Canby Mother's Club, VIP card club and Retired Teachers Organization. She is survived by her son Pinky and daughter-in-law Mildred Anklin of Canby; daughter Elinor Anklin of Rio Linda, CA; grandchildren Nikki Duarte, Beatty, OR.; Ricky Anklin, Canby, CA, Ray Anklin, Canby, CA; Lois Spencer, Suisun, CA; Molly Roe, Paradise, CA; Laura Lampert, Pt. Angeles, WA; Ray Fitch, San Mateo, CA; 10 great-grandchildren and four great-great grandsons. She was preceded in death on Sept. 24, 1992, by her beloved husband and her best friend, Ray, after 60 years of marriage; daughter Lois in 1997 and son John in 1961. Services were held at the Alturas Baptist Church with Pastor Curtis Barber, Sr. officiating November 30. Interment was at the Alturas Cemetery. Arrangements were directed by Kerr Mortuary. Donations in Dorothy's memory may be directed to the Modoc Historical Society, 600 So. Main St., Alturas, CA 96101; "Warnerview" Activities Dept. at Modoc Medical Center; Modoc CattleWomen's scholarship fund or any charity of the donor's choice. Will Ross Will Ross, who made many friends through his genuine manner, warm smile and cowboy poetry in the 16 years he lived in Modoc County, passed away November 20, 2004 in Redding, CA, following complications from a stroke. He was 76 The likable Mr. Ross was born April 6, 1928 in Locust Grove, Oklahoma and finished Campbell High School in San Jose, CA. He served with the Merchant Marines during World War II and later went into ranching. He became known for his cowboy poetry and enjoyed participating in and was a fan of rodeos. "Will always wanted to be a cowboy, from the time he was the littlest boy. He always loved animals, especially horses. He was a rough and tumble boy, with a stubborn streak a mile wide. Fortunately, he lived a good portion of his younger life in the country. His Mama always said that he was born 100 years too late. And his family all agreed," describes his brother Clem. Will loved living in Modoc County and helping his good friend Pete Carey rounding up cattle on Devil's Garden and going to Auction with his friend Larry Evans Will had a lot of friends and he loved everyone. He will always be remembered best as walking up to a friend with his big smile and giving them a big hug, especially the ladies. As far as anyone knew, he never met a stranger, and the many who knew and cared about him, will miss him very much. A Memorial service and celebration of Will's life will be held at the Veterans' Memorial Hall, So. Main St., Alturas at 6 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 3, 2004. A potluck dinner is planned, with everyone welcome. The family will hold graveside services at Chowchilla, CA Mr. Ross is survived by his sister Velma Pearson of Chowchilla, CA; brother Melvin Ross of San Jose, CA; sister Helen Kindred, Paradise, CA; brother Clem Ross, Tahuya, WA.; and son Don Ross of San Jose, CA. Memorial donations may be directed to the Country Jam Flag Fund Ida Mary Simpson Ida Mary Simpson, a resident of Alturas for over 60 years, passed away on Sunday, November 28, 2004 in Mission Viejo, CA. Ida Windsor (also spelled Winsor by some family members) was born on June 22, 1917 in Saskatchewan Providence of Canada. Her father was a U.S. citizen and the family moved to Wyoming and later Oregon, where Ida graduated from high school in Paisley, OR Her husband John Simpson predeceased her in 1999, and Ida moved to Mission Viejo, where she has enjoyed living the past five years Mrs. Simpson was active in Alturas in the Order of Eastern Star for over 50 years and in the Federated Community Church and Alturas Garden Club. She was well known in the Modoc County Courthouse working many years for Hallie Tierney, Modoc County Superintendent of Schools and later for Harold Brundage at the Modoc County Assessor's Office. She was always available to take a carload of kids to games and provide them with chili beans and rocky road cake. Her home was always open to neighborhood children with warmth, love and cookies. Mrs. Simpson and her family enjoyed celebrating her life, together, not long before her passing. Mrs. Simpson is survived by two children, daughter Virgie Hartley and her husband James of Tehachapi, CA and son Kelly Kimes and his wife Linda of Tuolumne, CA; four grandchildren, Linda McLeer, Lisa Holgate, Melissa Ingram, and Kelly Kimes, Jr.; and nine great-grandchildren (in age order), Geoffrey Poer, Kathleen Holgate, Shawn Holgate, Danielle Poer, Devon Poer, Christopher Holgate, Jacob Kimes, Emma Kimes and T.J. McLeer. Inurnment will be next to her beloved husband at the Alturas, CA Cemetery. No services are planned. Her immediate family will celebrate her life privately. The family requests no flowers. Girls and boys of Modoc County were her love and interest- donations to student teams and clubs would please her Mildred K. 'Billie' Shaw A memorial service for Mildred Karen Shaw, also known as Billie Shaw, will be held Saturday, Dec. 11 at 2 p.m. at the Memorial Hall in Bieber, CA. Mrs. Shaw, 82, passed away at her residence in Lookout, CA on November 22, 2004. A secretary for the U.S. Government, she had made Modoc County her home for the past 35 years. Born Mildred Karen Larsen in the Panama Canal Zone on June 18, 1922, she was a member of the Christian Science Church. Her husband Robert resides in Lookout. Services are under the direction of Kerr Mortuary, Alturas. An obituary will be published at a future date. Carroll Zon Gerbert Former Alturas resident Carroll Zon Gerbert, 67, died Saturday, November 27, 2004, in Klamath Falls, OR. Memorial Services will be held Friday, December 3, 2004, at 11:00 a.m. in the First Presbyterian Church with Rev. David W. Dandy, officiating. She is survived by her husband, John E. Gerbert, Klamath Falls, OR; daughters, Keverly Gerbert, Ashland, OR; Tachell Gregory and husband, Brad; granddaughter, Bryanna Gregory all of Thousand Oaks, CA; plus numerous other relatives. She was preceded in death by her parents: V.T. Kit and Doris Daniel Johnson and her two brothers: Dr. Kit George Johnson and Daniel David Johnson. The Gerberts made Alturas their home for 20 years, before relocating to Klamath Falls. Zon, as she was known, was active in the Alturas community from the 1960s to the 1980s, when the family moved to Klamath Falls, where she was also active in her community. Her husband John was a CPA partner in Gerbert and Lambie and later Gerbert, Lambie, Molatore CPA's in Alturas, when it was located in what today is Bobby Ray's CPA office in Alturas. In Lieu of Flowers, please consider memorials in Memory of Zon to the Klamath Art Association, 120 Riverside Drive, Klamath Falls, OR. 97601 or Ross Ragland Theater, 218 North Seventh Street, Klamath Falls, OR. 97601. Davenport's Chapel of the Good Shepherd, directors. Disposition by Pyramid Cremations. December 9, 2004 Kesner Dean Wiley Kesner Dean Wiley, an Alturas and Cedarville pharmacy owner for many years, and a Cedarville native, passed away December 6, 2004 in Escondido, CA. Mr. Wiley and his wife Alice (Warrens) Wiley, relocated to their serene over 100 acre Escondido avocado and orange ranch in 1962. Born on February 16, 1917 in Cedarville, CA., Mr. Wiley was 86 at the time of his passing. Memorial services are pending. A service will be held at a future date in Cedarville. The Modoc Record will also publish Mr. Wylie's obituary at a future date. Mildred Karen 'Billie' Shaw Mildred Karen "Billie" Shaw of Lookout, California, died peacefully in her home on November 22, 2004. She was 82. Billie was born in the Canal Zone in Panama on June 18, 1922, to Albert Lars Lawson and Frances Cecelia Lawson and was the youngest of two girls. Her father, who was in the U.S. Army, was stationed in the Canal Zone approximately every other four years. Her family moved often and among the places that they lived were New York, Georgia, Utah, Indiana, and finally California, where her father was stationed at the Presidio in San Francisco. After the marriage of Billie's sister, Merritt, and the death of their father, Billie continued to live with her mother in San Francisco where she worked as an account clerk at the Presidio. In 1960, Billie came from San Francisco with a friend and attended the church in Fall River Mills. There she met Robert Shaw of Lookout, CA. and her life changed forever. They corresponded and courted for nine years and were finally married on June 7, 1969 in Carson City, NV. Bob brought Billie home to the Shaw ranch where they made their home together. Ranch life was a complete change for the "city girl," but Billie adjusted well. The Shaw family always had many friends and Billie loved making new ones and corresponding with them and all the relatives. She was the finest example of human kindness to all and always saw the best in everyone. She took everyone seriously, especially children, having none of her own. She had a way of always making those around her feel special. Her religion and her family were foremost in Billie's life but she also strongly supported her belief in humane treatment of all animals. It is for this reason that it is the wish of her family that in lieu of flowers, contributions in her name may be made to: High Plateau Humane Society, P.O. Box 1383, Alturas, CA. 96101 or to: The Christian Science Society, P.O. Box 417, Fall River Mills, CA. 96028 or to a charity of your choice. Billie Shaw is survived by her husband, Robert Jasper Shaw, her sister, Beatrice Merritt Saulsbury, two nieces, Janet Lindsey and Louise Meadows and her daughter, two cousins, Carol Hoover and Kaye Nifong and their children. A memorial service for Mildred Karen "Billie" Shaw will be held on Saturday, December 11, 2004, at the Bieber Memorial Hall at 2:00 p.m. December 16 , 2004 Fern Burrell Lindgren Services for Fern Burrell Lindgren, of Canby, CA, will be held Monday, Dec. 20 at 11 a.m. at the Alturas Cemetery. Dr. Ben Zandstra will conduct the graveside service. Mrs. Lindgren, a long-time resident of Alturas, passed away December 10, 2004 at Modoc Medical Center in Alturas, CA. She was 84. She was born November 4, 1920 in Motley, Minnesota to the union of Joseph Burrell and Mary Lulu Palmer. Fern was the fourth in a family of eight children. She moved to Oregon after her brother Chet Burrell and her future husband Al Lindgren had made residence in Lakeview, Oregon. Al and Fern were married September 2, 1939 in Reno, Nevada. Daughters Nancy and Betty were born while the couple lived in Lakeview. In 1944, the Lindgrens moved to Modoc County where two more daughters, Ann and Ronda were born Fern was widowed in 1982. She continued to work in retail until her 70 birthday, when she retired and began her new life adventure with Don Hicks of Alturas. Fern was preceded in death by her husband, Al, grandson Zach Derner, and daughter Ann Hays. She leaves behind her best friend Don Hicks, three sisters, her daughters and sons-in-law Nancy and Ralph Deforest of Likely, Betty and John Derner of Canby, daughter Ronda Smith, and son-in-law Jim Hays, both of Alturas. She also leaves behind 11 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren. ~~~~~~ Billie C. & Anita 'Jean' Reynolds Family Researcher of "The Last Frontier" Modoc County, California --- Our outgoing mail is checked by ZoneAlarm AntiVirus.

November 18, 2004 James Lester Reid Services to celebrate the life of James Lester Reid were held in Alturas on November 10, 2004, with the Reverend Dr. Ben Zandstra of the Federated Community Church officiating. Burial was in the Alturas Cemetery. Mr. Reid died November 8, 2004. A potluck luncheon for family and friends was held in honor of Jim and his wife Hazel, who passed away nine days before him, at the Arrowhead Golf Course clubhouse after the services. He was born on May 15, 1914, on Parker Creek in Alturas, California, to David Graham Reid and Mary Porter Pepperdine Reid. His father was from Belfast, Ireland, and his mother was a member of one of the three settling pioneer families, the Parkers, the Porters, and the Dorris', who played significant roles in the early growth and strength of the Modoc County area of California. He was a great-grandchild of all three families through his maternal grandparents. Mr. Reid had a great time during his childhood on Parker Creek, going to school in a one-room school house and sharing family activities with his parents, brother Doug and sister Eleanor, and cousins who lived nearby; and he loved reminiscing those days. After graduating from Modoc High School he spent some time working with his father in construction in the area before going to Chico State College. At Chico State, he met Hazel Marshall from Yuba City at the Welcome Dance at the beginning of the year; and that was the beginning of a love story that spanned the next 69 years, the rest of their lives. The depression brought his college career to an end after one semester; but nothing could change what had happened between him and Hazel when they met. They were engaged the summer after they met and married in Yuba City two years later. After the wedding, they settled in Alturas, and the family grew to include daughter Dorothy and son David during the next couple of years. With the beginning of World War II the family moved to Oakland where he worked in the shipyards as foreman of crews rebuilding and repairing U.S. ships from the war. After the war, they returned to Alturas, where he established his own construction company. For the next forty plus years, he built and remodeled homes, businesses, and other buildings in the Modoc County area. He was also affiliated with and active in many community groups including Alturas Rotary Club (where he was the recipient of the Paul Harris Fellow award), the Alturas Volunteer Fire Department, the Elks Club, the Modoc Shrine Club, the Modoc Sheriff's Posse, the Alturas Men's Bowling League, and the Arrowhead Golf Men's Club. He organized a volunteer group of men who built the present clubroom at the golf course, and it was dedicated to him at the end of the project. In the 1950's, he also served a four-year term as Mayor of Alturas. Jim was also an avid outdoorsman. He loved hunting, fishing, and camping with family and friends in the Warners and other areas of Modoc. Hazel and his family were his greatest loves and he treasured his many friends. He was a modest man who was amazed by the many people who saw him as a source of leadership and counsel. He took great joy in working to help others and in making Alturas a wonderful place to live; and his contributions were many times done in an anonymous capacity. In 1994, Jim and Hazel moved to Chico to live near their daughter Dorothy. They enjoyed their years living in Sycamore Glen Retirement Home there and made many new friends. He was especially happy when his brother, Doug and his wife Betty joined them in Chico about six months after they moved there. The Reid boys were once again living their lives close to one another as they had back on that Parker Creek ranch in their childhoods. He was also well known for the huge vegetable gardens he raised in the summers at The Glen. Mr. Reid is survived by his daughter Dorothy of Chico; his sisters-in-law Maxine Marshall of Alturas and Betty Reid of Chico; one cousin of his generation of Porters, Oakley Porter of Parumph, Nevada and Sun River, Oregon; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife Hazel; his son David; his parents; his brothers Doug Reid and Jake Pepperdine; his sisters Eleanor Reid Hinshaw, Mary Porter Pepperdine Enoksen, and Cordelia Pepperdine Weber; and his brothers-in-law "Slim" Enoksen, Pete Weber, Cleo Hinshaw, and W. Earl "Doc" Marshall. For those who wish to make memorial donations to Jim or Hazel, their daughter has named the Blue Lake Youth Camp in care of the Federated Community Church, 307 East First Street, Alturas, CA 96101 as recipient. Janice Kristensen Janice Kristensen, was coming close to celebrating her 75th birthday, when she passed away unexpectedly of natural causes at her Canby, CA residence on November 11, 2004 Always "a great mother and a best friend" to her daughter Pam, Janice was "a real Modocer at heart and soul," describes her daughter. She was a friend to anyone, a real business person in past years and a store owner. Also described as a "Ranch Lady," Janice would talk to everyone and helped anyone who needed help. Born Janice McAdoo on November 28, 1929 in Sacramento, CA, she had worked for the phone company in Sacramento for 10 years. She had maintained Modoc as her home for 48 years. Chapel Services were held at Kerr Mortuary in Alturas on Wednesday, Nov. 17 at 1 p.m. Pastor Curtis Barber officiated. Interment followed at Alturas Cemetery. Janice is survived by her daughter Pam Monson of Gerber, CA; her former husband Arthur Monson; sister-in-law Edna McAdoo, Chalis, Idaho; niece Patti Hawkin, Chalis, Idaho; nephew Jimmy McAdoo, Buffalo, Wyoming. She was preceded in death by her husband Robert Kristensen on Sept. 13, 1992. Services were under the direction of Kerr Mortuary. Rosella Hawkins Jensen Long-time Modoc County resident, Rosella Marie Hawkins Jensen, known to her friends as Rose or Rosie, died November 14, 2004 in Klamath Falls, OR at the age of 82 years. Born on April 9, 1922 in Emmett, Idaho to Earl and Lela Hawkins, second of three daughters, later moving to the Los Angeles area. In 1936, Rosie met James Jensen (Jim) in Los Angeles, CA. The two married three years later on April 15, 1939 in Yuma, Arizona. After a few years they moved to Emmett, Idaho for 10 years then back to the Los Angeles area for two years, before moving to the Madeline Plains in 1957. While in Madeline, Jim and Rosie owned and operated the "Madeline Cafe," also known as "Everybody's Inn." Rosie was also the school cook for the Madeline Elementary School. They moved to Alturas in 1971, where she was employed by the County of Modoc for 10 years, when she decided to manage the Arrowhead Golf Course in 1982 with the help of Jim Rosie was an avid golfer and enjoyed sewing, crocheting and canning, but got the most enjoyment from her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Rose and Jim had four children, Jimmy, Sharon, Mike and Kathryn (Kitty), 11 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren. The Jensen's made Modoc their home for the past 47 years. Rose will be missed by her family and many friends. She is survived by her children, son James E. Jensen and daughter Sharon Olson of Klamath Falls, OR; son Michael L. Jensen of Kamiah, Idaho; daughter Kathryn (Kitty) Burkholder of Laguna Niguel, CA; one sister; 10 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband Jim and granddaughter Carolyn and one sister. No services will be held per her request. Information provided by Eternal Hills, Klamath Falls, OR. Edith Ethel Haney Edith Haney went home to be with her Lord on November 11, 2004. The Rev. Mel Chasteen officiated the Chapel Service on Tuesday, Nov. 16 at 9 a.m. at Kerr Mortuary in Alturas, CA. Mrs. Haney, 93, passed away at Modoc Medical Center, Alturas, CA. of congestive heart failure and pneumonia. Born Edith Ethel Easley in Eagle Rock, Missouri, on July 28, 1911, she was a loving wife and mother and will be missed by all of her loved ones and her many friends. Married to Orvil Haney on December 10, 1928, the couple shared a marriage of almost 44 years, before Orvil passed away in March of 1972. They had moved to Canby in the 1940s and Mrs. Haney was a member of the Canby Mothers Club. She was a very caring person. She also managed a hotel in Klamath Falls, OR for four years. She was a member of the Alturas Baptist Church. She was also preceded in death by her two sisters, two brothers and her parents Fines and Josie Easley of Eagle Rock, Missouri. Mrs. Haney is survived by her daughter Bonnie Jean Craig and family of Tulelake; son Morris Haney and family of Maine and Florida; brother Glenn Easley of Dodge City, Kansas; niece Josephine Barnhouse of Springfield, Missouri; her loving and caring caregiver for 14 years, Ida May Godfrey of Alturas; her six grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren, two great-great grandson. Contributions in her memory may be directed to the Alturas Senior Center or Alturas Baptist Church. Interment was at Lookout Cemetery. Dorothy 'Dottie' Eagan Dorothy "Dottie" Eagan, a resident of Alturas for 27 years, passed away November 12, 2004 at her home in Shandon, CA, San Luis Obispo, where she had resided for the past six months. Born Dottie Sodergren in Hempsted, New York on May 12, 1931, she moved to California in 1955. She is the mother of Sandra Eagan of Shandon, CA; Walter Eagan of Thousand Oaks, CA; Ernest Eagan of Santa Clarita and Joseph Eagan of Paso Robles. She is the grandmother of James Nunno of Shandon, and Samantha and T.J. Eagan of Paso Robles; and aunt of Karl and James Sodergren of New York. A graveside service was held at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 17, 2004 at Paso Robles District Cemetery, 45 Nacimiento Lake Drive, Paso Robles, CA. Flowers to Paso Robles District Cemetery, or donations to a memorial fund established by the family would be appreciated. Arrangements by Chapel of the Roses, Atascadero (805)466-1161. November 24, 2004 Gloria Margaret Young Alturas resident Gloria Margaret Young passed away Saturday, Nov. 20, 2004 at Modoc Medical Center's Long-term Care Facility in Alturas, CA. A Mass of Christian burial will be held at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Alturas on Friday, Nov. 26 at 10:30 a.m. with committal at the Alturas Cemetery immediately following. Gloria was born in Youngstown, Ohio on January 28, 1932; the youngest of six children born to Anna and Arthur H. Harbin. At age nine years, she moved with her family to southern California. Gloria graduated from high school in San Diego and attended college in Los Angeles. She began working, especially enjoying the years she worked in the housing office at University of California at Los Angeles. She made friends there, that she carried with her through life. Gloria married Guy Martin Young on March 19, 1959. The couple moved to Thousand Oaks, CA and began their family. In 1971, Gloria and Marty decided to return to Alturas, Marty's hometown, and raise their four daughters. Gloria involved herself in many local activities. She took pleasure golfing and was a past president of the Arrowhead Ladies Golf Club in Alturas. She also enjoyed the local Republican party activities. During the first few years in Alturas, Gloria was a member of the Modoc County CowBelles. An avid reader, Gloria owned and operated "Country Books" in Alturas for several years. Gloria enjoyed boating with Marty. She particularly liked cruising in the Puget Sound area of Washington State. Above all, Gloria was a loving wife, mother and grandmother and spending time with her family is where she found the most joy. Gloria is survived by Marty, her husband of 45 years; four daughters and their families: Margaret and Michael Goben and children Kevin, Joshua and Branden of Reno, NV; Marilyn and Robert Baker of Janesville, CA; Janet and Michael Server and children Collyn and Matthew of Alturas, CA.; Lisa and Dennis Reed, Jr. and children Colton, Kristen and Timothy of Alturas, CA; a sister Dorothy Soos of Redding, Ca; two brothers Jack Harbin of Chula Vista, CA and William Harbin of San Diego, and numerous nieces and nephews. Gloria was preceded in death by her parents, a sister Virginia Harbin, brother Russell Harbin and an infant granddaughter Kelly Grace Goben. In lieu of flowers, the family wishes donations be made to the American Cancer Society, 3290 Bechelli Lane, Redding, CA 96002 or to Alzheimer's research c/o Alzheimer's Society of Northern California, P.O. Box 1824, Sacramento CA 95812. Arrangements are under the direction of Kerr Mortuary, Alturas. Mary Lee Ramsey Memorial Services for Mary Lee Ramsey of Alturas, will be held Saturday, Nov. 27 at 11 a.m. at Jehovah's Witnesses Kingdom Hall, 1400 West Fourth Street in Alturas. Mr. William DeCroix will officiate. Mrs. Ramsey, a long-time resident of Modoc County, passed away Monday, November 22, 2004 at St. Charles Hospital in Bend, Oregon. Born Mary Lee Walker on June 10, 1927 in White Deer, Texas, she and husband Roy made Davis Creek, CA their home for 26 years. They were also residents of Canby, as well as Crescent City for 35 years. She is survived by her husband of 59 years, Roy Ramsey of Alturas. She also leaves behind her six children: Sondra Ramsey of Alturas, CA; Ronald Ramsey of Cool, CA; Linda Ramsey Holland of Marysville, CA; Beverly Spencer of Rohnert Park, CA; Nancy Griffin of Lincoln, CA; Della Ramsey of Lincoln, CA and 11 grandchildren In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory will be appreciated to Hugh Currin House, Merle West Medical Center Cancer Treatment Center, 2610 Uhrmann Rd., Klamath Falls, Ore. 97601. Mrs. Ramsey's obituary will be published at a future date. Thelma A. Newman Thelma Arlene Newman passed away in Redding, CA, on November 16, 2004 of a massive stroke. She was 73 years old. Arlene Vaughn was born on December 14, 1930 in Lake City, CA. She grew up in Surprise Valley and attended area schools. She moved to Shasta County in 1956 where she spent the remainder of her life. Surviving her are three children, Terry Sampson of Ashland, OR; Kim Gavaldon of Mt. Shasta, CA. and Neal Newman of Anderson, CA.; four sisters: Arthada Schoonover and Jean Stimson of Cottonwood, CA., Lois Cain of Alturas, CA; and Carol Jochim of Likely, CA., nine grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. Arlene was preceded in death by a daughter Cary, a brother Delbert and her parents Clifford and Virgie Vaughn. Private graveside services will be held in Lake City, CA. Cemetery at a later date. Arrangements are being handled by Allen and Dahl Funeral Chapel of Anderson, CA. Claire Goulden Services for Claire Goulden, age 93, a longtime and respected Modoc resident, will be held Wednesday Nov. 24, 2004, 11:30 a.m. at Christian Life Assembly in Alturas. Burial will follow in the Likely Cemetery. Mrs. Goulden was born in Modoc County, April 22, 1911 and died at her residence Nov. 21, 2004. She married Wallace Goulden on November 1, 1930. He died March 1, 1991. Mrs. Goulden had been a resident of Modoc County her entire life. A full obituary will be published next week. Nelson Lewis Mowery Memorial services for Nelson Lewis Mowery, age 65, of Alturas, will be held Nov. 29, 11 a.m. at Kerr Mortuary in Alturas. Mr. Mowery died Nov. 17, 2004 in Alturas, CA after a long illness. He was born June 1, 1939 in Lewistown, Pa. He was married to Mary Diane Mowery on August 25, 1958, in Reno. He had been a resident of Alturas for 13 years. He was a U.S. Air Force veteran, serving from 1957 to 1964 and was stationed in England and at Travis Air Force Base in California. He was honorably discharged in 1964 and went to work at the Mare Island Naval Ship Yard as a Marine Machinist and later in planning and estimating. He lived in Vacaville for 29 years and moved to Alturas after retiring from Mare Island. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, gardening and building anything and everything. He liked going woodcutting with his friends and visiting with neighbors at the mail boxes on Pencil Road. Mr. Mowery is survived by his wife Mary, of Alturas; a son, David Mowery of Susanville; a daughter, Donna M. Jenson of Alturas; a sister, Marylouise Reeder of Burnham, Pa.; 10 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. ~~~~~~ Billie C. & Anita 'Jean' Reynolds Family Researcher of "The Last Frontier" Modoc County, California --- Our outgoing mail is checked by ZoneAlarm AntiVirus.

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I just want to thank and acknowledge Billie C. & Anita 'Jean' Reynolds for all they do and all the work and time they have spent for CAMODOCK and all the other people that contribute. Thank you and God Bless you all ! Dave Grove the 4th On Sep 26, 2006, at 2:36 PM, Billie C. & Anita 'Jean' Reynolds wrote: > > > > ~~~~~~ > Billie C. & Anita 'Jean' Reynolds > Family Researcher of "The Last Frontier" > Modoc County, California > --- > Our outgoing mail is checked by ZoneAlarm AntiVirus. > > > ------------------------------- > To unsubscribe from the list, please send an email to CAMODOC- > request@rootsweb.com with the word 'unsubscribe' without the quotes > in the subject and the body of the message

Mildred E. Maupin Memorial Services for Mildred Elnora Maupin of Alturas will be held Saturday, October 16 at 2 p.m. at the Federated Community Church in Alturas. Mrs. Maupin, a native of Eagleville, CA. and a long-time Alturas resident, passed away on September 16, 2004, at Modoc Medical Center, Alturas, CA. Born Mildred Minto in Eagleville, CA on July 15, 1918, she graduated from Surprise Valley High School in Cedarville and Lassen College in Susanville. She was one of a rare few women who was a part of the U.S. Spars during World War II. This was a branch of the armed forces exclusively for women. Spars was disbanded after World War II to allow women to enter the already established Armed Forces. She and her family were proud of her service to her country Mrs. Maupin was a long-time, active member of Veterans of Foreign Wars Ladies Auxiliary to Pete Christensen Post 3327 in Alturas. She was also a member of the Federated Community Church. She married Robert "Bob" Maupin in Eagleville, CA on April 17, 1954. Mrs. Maupin worked as a preschool teacher's aide for several years and enjoyed working with youth. Her husband preceded her in death on August 6, 1989. Irma Marie (Bassett) Myers Irma Marie Myers was born in Adin, CA. on April 29, 1919, as the only child of Rieta Iverson Bassett and Sylvan Bassett. Her ancestors were early pioneer families of Big Valley. She spent her entire childhood at the home she was born, by Willow Creek, outside of Adin, CA. Irma died October 7, 2004, at the age of 85 years, at Mayers Memorial Hospital in Fall River Mills, CA. Services will be conducted by Pastor Harry Morris at the Adin Cemetery on Friday, Oct. 15 at 2 p.m. Mrs. Myers had attended Providence Grade School and graduated from Adin High School. She married Norris Myers on December 29, 1938 in Reno, Nevada. She began married life in Adin where her sons Daran was born in 1947 and Hal was born in 1950. In 1952, they traded homes with Irma's parents and moved to the Bassett Ranch on Willow Creek. Her daughter Starla was born in 1954. In 1978, Irma and Norris moved back to their house in Adin, when Daran married and took over the operation of the ranch. Irma spent most of her life as a homemaker. She loved to cook and was always trying out new recipes from any magazine, newspaper or friends. She had a large raspberry patch and took particular care of it. Irma was very organized and efficient and always amazed her family at how well she managed every aspect of her life. She was a strong woman and dealt with the diagnosis of Parkinson Disease and the eventual struggle with courage and order. She loved to visit with her friends and spent many hours on the phone and writing cards to keep in touch. Irma leaves behind her son Daran and wife Lynette Myers, their children Wynn, Desere, and Zane of Adin, CA; son Hal and wife Janice Myers, their children Brandon and Lindsey of Winters, CA; daughter Starla and husband Bill Thompson and their children Sam and Heather of Bieber, CA. She was preceded in death by her parents, and her husband Norris on March 7, 1986. Services are under the direction of Kerr Mortuary, Alturas, CA. Marietta (Conlan) Glaus Former Cedarville resident Marietta Glaus passed away Sept. 16, 2004 in a Bozeman, MT. hospital, of breast cancer at the age of 52. Born Marietta Conlan on September 16, 1952, in Cedarville, CA, Marietta graduated from Surprise Valley High School in 1970, and Shasta College, Redding as a Dental Hygenist. She spent her high school summers working for Kitty Rice. Marietta loved training horses, ranching and was very much into rodeo. She and her family were proud that Marietta won first place one year, in goat tying at the national finals held at the Calgary Stampede. "She was a person ahead of her time, an all-around wonderful person with strong moral character, and a good sense of humor," described her sister Nora Lea Krupp of Alturas. "She was a determined woman, strong-willed, but had a soft heart and told funny jokes." Her first car, a Mustang, was her passion and she enjoyed working on it. "She was really into cars, and drove a school bus in Montana for 12 years," Krupp noted. She grew up as a 4-H member and the fifth child of seven born to Jack Conlan and Nora Agnes Mary Conlan. She married Johnny Glaus at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Alturas on Sept. 18, 1982. She became a wife, mother. She was preceded in death by her mother. Marietta is survived by her father Jack Conlan of Ft. Bidwell, CA; her husband Johnny Glaus of Montana; their children, Will, Lane and youngest child, Kelly Rose Glaus, age 13, of Montana; brother John Conlan and wife Becky of Ft. Bidwell and their children Ryan Conlan, Hillary Conlan of Ft. Bidwell; Season and Scott Eckart of SanLuis Obispo, CA; Sky Wells, Scott Wells and Andrew Stewart of Oregon; sister Nora Lea Krupp of Alturas and husband Benjamin; sister Ann Marie Carey of Cardwell, Mt. and husband Michael; sister Joan Marie Ethen and husband Tom of Woodland, CA; brother Edward Conlan of Cathedral City and Palm Springs; brother Patrick Conlan of San Francisco; mother-in-law Rose Glaus; cousins: Jack and Rhonda Gysin, Paul, Adele and Samantha Mitchell of Alturas, Georgina Foster of Sonoma, CA; Joe Winchell and David Winchell of Susanville are; aunt Glena Winchell of Standish, CA.; numerous nieces and nephews. She is also related to the Heard family. A Memorial Mass was celebrated at St. Teresa of Avila Church in Whitehall, Montana. Memorial donations may be directed to Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Alturas, CA. October 21 , 2004 Paul R. Grivel Paul R. Grivel, age 63, died Oct. 14, 2004 at Modoc Medical Center in Alturas. Mr. Grivel was born July 24, 1941 in Alturas and lived for 21 years in Modoc County. He was a U.S. Navy veteran of four years and was a long haul truck driver in his life. He enjoyed spending time with his grandparents, Harry and LuLu Grivel in Ukiah and also with his grandparents, Ross and Sylvia Musselman in Yerington, Nv. He would often live with his grandparents, trading time between the two. In his later years, he enjoyed painting and drawing. He is survived by sons, Brady Grivel and family of Lacey, Wa., Eric Grivel and family of Vancouver Wa., a brother and sister-in-law, Michael and Olene Grivel of Alturas, a brother Robert Grivel of Susanville and several aunts, uncles nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father, Robert Grivel in 1983, his mother Deloris Grivel in 1971 and a sister, Lynette Meiser in 2002. At his request, there were no services. John Colson Former Modoc County Supervisor from the Tulelake area, John Lucien Colson died Oct. 9, 2004 in Redding after a long illness at the age of 80. Colson served as a Modoc Supervisor in District 5 from 1983 to 1991 and is remembered as a well-respected representative who researched issues well and maintained a high sense of personal responsibility and ethics. A full obituary will be printed next week Billie Sweeney Former Surprise Valley resident Billie L. Sweeney, passed away October 19, 2004, in Ontario, Oregon, following a brief illness. Billie was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend to all she met. Billie L. Lawley was born on October 4, 1927, in Salt Lake City, Utah, the fourth of five daughters, to Lorenzo and Dora Lawley. She worked for the Forest Service and Soil Conservation Service at the Cedarville, California offices. She met and married Herbert Sweeney in 1981 in Winnemucca, Nevada. They have enjoyed 23 years together in Winnemucca and Western Idaho. After moving to Idaho and retiring, she was an active volunteer at the Idaho Youth Ranch in Payette for several years. She is survived by her husband, Herbert Sweeney of Payette, Idaho; her sons Chad Gooch of Jackpot, Nevada, and Vance Gooch of Virginia Beach, Virginia; her step-children Herbert Sweeney Jr. of Pocatello, Idaho, Alan Sweeney of Caldwell, Idaho, Eilene Sweeney and Karen Lockwood of Payette, Idaho, her sisters Kay Gunderson of Sandy, Utah; Norma Roylance of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Renee Patrick of Sandy, Utah and many grandchildren, nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents and sister, Marjorie Hall. She had a love for her family and cherished pets, singing and playing music, antiquing, painting, drawing, and family gatherings. She will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her. A small memorial service will be held in Payette, Idaho, at the Bible Baptist Church on Saturday, October 23, 2004 at 2:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Payette, Idaho Youth Ranch or the Pet Adoption Center in Fruitland, Idaho. October 28, 2004 Walter O. Hussa Memorial services were held Sunday, Oct. 24, at St. James Catholic Church for Walter Oscar Hussa, 89, who passed away Thursday, Oct. 21, 2004 at the Surprise Valley Hospital in Cedarville. Hussa, a Surprise Valley native, born to W.H. and Elizabeth Donnelly Hussa on April 28, 1915 in Cedarville, was second in a family of three children: the eldest, Frances, died in infancy; Walter; and Margaret Hussa Queirolo of Sacramento. On Nov. 9, 1938, Hussa and Katherine Gooch, also a native of Surprise Valley, were married in Los Angeles and returned to Cedarville to make their home. To this union was born son, John, and daughter, Nancy. ÊHussa entered the butcher trade after graduating from Surprise Valley High School and completing two years of study at Heald Business College in Sacramento. He continued working alongside his father W. H. Hussa in the plant and behind the retail counter. Years earlier, the company had expanded the retail meat trade with shops in Ft. Bidwell and Alturas, and into cattle ranching as well. Alkali Cattle Company, comprised of P. B. Harris, Lee Heryford and W.H. Hussa, trailed its cattle 60 miles east to summer pasture on Badger Mountain and the surrounding country in Nevada. Alkali Cattle Company held a grazing permit on Sheldon Antelope Range from 1938 until the mid 1980s. The cattle wintered on the home ranches in Surprise Valley. Hussa was a member of the Cedarville Fire Department for 68 years, a volunteer department founded by his father. He was a charter member of the Surprise Valley Rotary club and honored as a Paul Harris Fellow for active service.Ê In 1998, he was awarded a jacket and a pin for 60 years of service, and in 2004 Hussa completed his 66th year as a Rotarian. He served the community and region in many capacities and was a member of the school board; Modoc County Cattleman's Association; Modoc County Bull Sale Committee; and the BLM Stewardship Committee. Hussa was also a member and director of the Lassen Production Credit Association, a past president of the North Cal-Neva Resource Conservation District, was a director of the Vya Soil Conservation District, and Federal Land Bank. He gained a life membership into the Society of Range Management and was named Rangeman of the Year. Older residents of Surprise Valley will remember Hussa playing saxophone and clarinet for local dances and cooking at various community and FFA barbecues for many years. His beloved wife, Kay, preceded Hussa in death. Surviving are his son John and daughter-in-law Linda of Cedarville; daughter Nancy Bean of Fort Langley, Canada: granddaughter Lynne "Katie" Tims, Cleveland, Miss.; grandsons Michael and Jonathan Bean; great-grandson Nicholas Tims; sister Margaret Queirolo of Sacramento, niece Judy, and nephews Jim and Gary Queirolo. Father Patrick Henry officiated at the memorial mass at St. James Church of the Sacred Heart Parish. Members of St. James Guild attended the service and served a potluck lunch Donations in Mr. Hussa's memory may be directed to the Surprise Valley District Hospital, P.O. Box 246, Cedarville, CA 96104. ~~~~~~ Billie C. & Anita 'Jean' Reynolds Family Researcher of "The Last Frontier" Modoc County, California --- Our outgoing mail is checked by ZoneAlarm AntiVirus.

Modoc County Record - October 7, 2004 Lyle E. Dunn Lyle E. Dunn passed away October 2, 2004, in Alturas, CA. after a five-year battle with cancer. He was born on January 25, 1922 in Alturas to Roy and Grace Dunn. He is survived by his wife Mattie of Alturas; son Roger, of Likely, CA.; daughter Shirley Tonn of Sunnyvale, CA.; four grandchildren, two great-grandchildren, and a brother, Warren Dunn of Modesto, CA.; and numerous nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by daughter Beverly Brown and siblings Vivian Paddock, Gene Dunn, and Lois Bailey Mr. Dunn saw military action in the Pacific Theater of Operation during World War II. While in the military, he married Mattie Fern Pearce in 1946 in Norton, Kansas. To this union was born Shirley, Beverly and Roger. After discharge from the military in 1947, Lyle, Mattie, and first child, Shirley moved back to Alturas, CA. Beverly and Roger were born in Alturas Lyle went to work for Albert Smith at the Riverside Texaco gas station, which he purchased a couple of years later. At this time Mattie started teaching in the elementary school in Davis Creek and later transferred to the Alturas Elementary School. Eleven years later he sold the Texaco Station and purchased the Mobile Oil Station at 4th and Main Streets. He operated this business for some 14 years, before he sold it Lyle then, in 1964, went to work for the Modoc County Road Department and retired in 1984. During his working years he earned a private pilot's license while operating the Texaco station. He belonged to a Flying Club and was happy to take along family and friends when he would fly. One of his many volunteer services was to fly friends to Reno, Redding and Klamath Falls for medical treatment During this time he was a champion horse shoe pitcher. So many trophies were won that they were finally relegated to a place in the garage. He attended tournaments in Nevada and Oregon as well as California. Much enjoyment was had pitching horse shoes with his friends, even in the middle of winter, in specially built shelters Other activities included being a caller for the Alturas Allemanders square dance club. He taught beginning classes as well as advanced classes. He was also a guest caller for other clubs in the area Perhaps one of his least known activities was dowsing (witching for water). Lyle witched some 167 plus wells. The wells he witched that were drilled typically were at the depth and gallonage he said they would be. One well that he witched came as predicted at about 24,000 gallons per minute He was a member of the International Order of Odd Fellows and held all the offices in that lodge. Lyle was also a member of the Federated Church and over the years did much volunteer work such as, but not limited to, keeping up the grounds and building flower planters Lyle also volunteered his services at the Senior Citizens Center in various capacities in Alturas. He helped haul used clothing to Sacramento for distribution. One type of deed he will be remembered for is his selfless volunteering his time and car to take people to Reno, Klamath Falls, and Redding for medical appointments, waiting until the person had their appointment, then bringing them home Lyle was a typical Modocer: well thought of, well liked, a great family man, generous, and willing to help others without considering what was in it for him. A memorial service will be held at the Federated Church in Alturas on Friday, October 8, 2004 at 10:00 a.m. Refreshments will be served in the Fellowship Hall following the services It is requested that any donations may be made to the Senior Citizen Center, 906 West Fourth St., Alturas, CA 96101 or the Federated Community Church, Alturas. Services are under the direction of Kerr Mortuary Kenneth L. Brasiel Kenneth Lawrence Brasiel of Alturas, CA went Home to be with the Lord Jesus Christ on Friday, October 1, 2004. Ken was born February 25, 1928 in Meeker, Oklahoma, the third of five children. Ken was a loving son, husband, father, grandfather and brother. He is survived by his wife of 12 years, Patsy and two sisters, Dorothy Madden and Lou Webster, both of Alturas. He is also survived by five children: Eula Matheny of Eulis, TX; Peggy Coffey of Lenoir, NC; Kenneth Eugene Brasiel, Eugene, OR; Matthew Brasiel, Colorado Springs, CO; Lillian Lobato, Ft. Richardson, AK and step-children: Kristi Early, Dayton, NV; Cherie Castillo, Aptos, CA; Tim Brasiel, Klamath Falls, OR; Patricia Keshian, Texas; Roger Soles, Florida; Shelly Soles, Oklahoma. He also reared grandsons SSG Jon J. Waldron, Ft. Carson, CO and Shannon Waldron. Other loving grandchildren are: Alicia, Paul Joe Jr., and Christopher Vaughn; Courtney, Joshua and Josiah Lobato; Daniel, Michael, Jonathan and Jared Brasiel; Amanda Early and Callaghan Castillo. Ken was a Deacon and member of Alturas Baptist Church. He had made his home in Alturas for the past six years. A veteran of World War II, he served with the U.S. Army until his discharge September 27, 1947. He worked as a heavy equipment mechanic after the war. He loved to help people and was an outdoor person who enjoyed the cowboy life, loved to fish and was a Golden Glove boxer. Memorial Services will be held Monday, October 11 at 11 a.m. at Alturas Baptist Church, 500 W. 4th Street, Alturas. Rev. Mel Chasteen will officiate. Any gifts should be made to the Ken Brasiel Memorial Fund, Alturas Baptist Church, P.O. Box 1162, Alturas, CA 96101. Services are under the direction of Kerr Mortuary, Alturas. Mildred E. Maupin Memorial Services for Mildred Elnora Maupin of Alturas will be held Saturday, October 16 at 2 p.m. at the Federated Community Church in Alturas. Mrs. Maupin, a native of Eagleville, CA. and a long-time Alturas resident, passed away on September 16, 2004, at Modoc Medical Center, Alturas, CA. . Born Mildred Minto in Eagleville, CA on July 15, 1918, she graduated from Surprise Valley High School in Cedarville and Lassen College in Susanville. She was one of a rare few women who was a part of the U.S. Spars during World War II. This was a branch of the armed forces exclusively for women. Spars was disbanded after World War II to allow women to enter the already established Armed Forces. She and her family were proud of her service to her country. Mrs. Maupin was a long-time, active member of Veterans of Foreign Wars Ladies Auxiliary to Pete Christensen Post 3327 in Alturas. She was also a member of the Federated Community Church. She married Robert "Bob" Maupin in Eagleville, CA on April 17, 1954. Mrs. Maupin worked as a preschool teacher's aide for several years and enjoyed working with youth. Her husband preceded her in death on August 6, 1989. She is survived by her sisters Elma Dorton of Alturas, CA; Ellen Boster of Kingman, Arizona; Mable Richardson of Redding, CA.; numerous nieces, nephews and great nieces and nephews. Memorial donations may be directed to the VFW Auxiliary 3327 or the Eagleville Church Steeple Fund. Services are under the direction of Kerr Mortuary. October 14, 2004 Adin man killed in solo auto accident An Adin man died in a single vehicle accident Oct. 8, 8:50 a.m. on County Road 87A, south of County Road 87. The California Highway Patrol reports that Steven George, age 21, was southbound at about 60 m.p.h. when he lost control of his 1992 Mazda. The vehicle overturned and George was ejected, sustaining fatal injuries. Three passengers in the vehicle, Dana Tarango, age 22, Joshua Levan, age 17, and Brent Oakley, age 18, all of Adin, were wearing seatbelts and sustained only minor injuries. Chris Helmer Starr Memorial services for Chris Helmer Starr, highly respected, long-time Modoc High School Vocational Ag teacher and former Modoc Joint Unified School District Trustee, will be held today, Thursday, October 14 at 2 p.m. at the Federated Community Church in Alturas. Dr. Ben Zandstra will officiate, with private inurnment at the Alturas Cemetery Born July 24, 1916, on his parents' farm near Amity, Oregon, he passed away October 8, 2004, in the Surprise Valley Hospital, Cedarville, CA at the age of 88 Mr. Starr graduated from Oregon State College and taught vocational agriculture in Enterprise, OR, until he was drafted in the U.S. Army Air Corps as a maintenance technician. He served during World War II from 1942 to 1945. He married Mabeth Jeffries of Corvallis, OR. in January 1943, shortly prior to his deployment to England. He returned to Oregon State for his Master's Degree in animal husbandry, after his discharge. He resumed teaching agriculture in Etna, CA in 1947 and moved to Alturas with his wife and two sons in 1952. Mr. Starr's career teaching Ag classes at Modoc High spanned 42 years, until he retired in 1985. He was an active member of California Ag Teachers Association and the local chapter of California Teachers Association. He served on the Modoc Joint Unified School District Board of Trustees In June 2002, he was named one of the first 50 ag educators in California inducted into the California Agricultural Teachers Hall of Fame. He took dozens of his FFA students through the decades to the Pacific International Livestock Show in Portland, the Cow Palace Junior National Livestock Show in San Francisco and the Northern California Fair circuit every summer. He was an integral part of the local Junior Livestock Show for years. He enjoyed raising, showing and selling his registered Suffolk sheep. He also enjoyed deer hunting and was a long-time member of the Alturas Men's Bowling Association and a member of the Federated Community Church. Mr. Starr was always good about supporting kids in their projects. He was preceded in death by his wife Mary Elizabeth Starr on January 16, 1979 He is survived by his two sons, Jim Starr of Fallon, Nevada; David Starr of Gottingen, Germany; daughter-in-law Elaine of Fallon; two grandsons, Adam Starr and Christopher Starr, both currently residing in San Sebastian, Spain. Services are under the direction of Kerr Mortuary, Alturas, CA. Harold E. Brundige Former Modoc County Assessor Harold E. Brundige of McArthur, died Friday, October 8, 2004, at Mayers Memorial Hospital in Fall River Mills, CA Born March 13, 1918, in Healdsburg, CA, he was a graduate of Petaluma High School and a World War II veteran of the United States Army. He began his career as an appraiser for the State of California in Sonoma in 1954. Mr. Brundige was Modoc County Assessor in Alturas for several years, and from there continued his career of Chief Appraiser for Sutter County, Alpine County Assessor, and Assistant Assessor of Yolo County until his retirement in 1978 He is survived by Lois, his wife of 63 years, of Redding; three daughters and sons-in-law Louise and Steve Winn of Captain Cook, HI; Nancy and Bob Lively of Reno, NV.; Lorraine and Steve Haas of Redding; seven grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his son William and brothers Lloyd and William Memorial contributions may be made to Intermountain Hospice, P.O. Box 788, Fall River Mills, CA 96028 At Harold's request, no services will be held. There will be a gathering of family and friends in his memory on October 30 in Redding. If you plan to attend, please call Lorraine Haas at 530-549-5405 ~~~~~~ Billie C. & Anita 'Jean' Reynolds Family Researcher of "The Last Frontier" Modoc County, California --- Our outgoing mail is checked by ZoneAlarm AntiVirus.

September 9 , 2004 September 23, 2004 Charles F. Bulington Charles Fredrick Bulington, 74, of Alturas died of natural causes on Wednesday, September 15, 2004 at Doctors Medical Center in Modesto, CA. Mr. Bulington was a native of Indiana, born July 20, 1930. He had lived in Alturas for 12 years. He was a sales representative with Better Brand Foods for 25 years The following poem was written on Sept. 14, 2004, by Mr. Bulington's granddaughter Brianna Eck, age 12: For Charles F. Bulington--The Greatest Grandpa in the world! "Papa" Papa, what would I do without you? I have not a clue I wish you well and hope your swell I regret all the days I waited and never stated how much I love you Now I hope I'm not hated by you Because my love and faith are so true, It's hard to see you in a bed with cold cheeks and temper not so red So don't leave, I won't be able to breathe If I lose you, my life will go too So just hold on take a breath. Don't go and be part of death. Not yet So now I sweat. Waiting and hoping that I will not regret living without you Mr. Bulington is survived by his daughters, Kathy Velasco of Alturas, CA.; Anna and her husband, Bob Fyffe and Alice and her husband, Kenny Williams all of Patterson, CA; Sam and her husband, Audley Lloyd of Winston, OR., Tommie Butler of Watsonville and Moreen and her husband, Brad Eck of Ripon; brothers, John Bulington, Tom Bulington, Dick Bulington, Rick Bulington, and Dean Bulington all of Indiana; sister, Betty Bailey of Indiana; many grandchildren, numerous great-grandchildren; two great-great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Alice B. Bulington in 2002. Private services were conducted by Hillview Funeral Chapel, Patterson. Remembrances can be made to the American Cancer Society, Modesto Field Office, 1604 Ford Avenue, Suite 8, Modesto, CA. 95350. September 30 , 2004 Jeremy Santino Mastagni Senior Airman Jeremy Santino Mastagni passed away from this life on September 9, 2004, in Marysville, CA. Pastor Rod Bodmer conducted services at Faith Baptist Church in Alturas on September 15 with military burial in Alturas, CA. A tribute to Airman Mastagni and services were also conducted at Beale Air Force Base on September 13, 2004, where he had been based the past two years. Born on September 10, 1981 in Sacramento, CA., Jeremy moved with his family to Modoc County in 1987, where his mother's relatives had established roots many years before. Jeremy grew up enjoying the outdoors, camping and fishing in Modoc. He played for the Modoc Record's soccer team, the first year Modoc Youth Soccer League was formed. He also played Little League baseball and participated on the Modoc High School Wrestling team; something he very much enjoyed. He excelled in computers and wood shop. Jeremy attended Alturas schools and spent seventh grade at Surprise Valley Elementary and his junior year at Warner High in Alturas. He left Alturas in the beginning of 1998 and finished his senior year at Hollister High School in 1999. He attended Gavilan College classes in Gilroy, all the while working. He also enjoyed panning for gold in the Sierra foothills. In July of 2001, Jeremy, his mother and sister shared a wonderful experience touring Italy and visiting the Mastagni homeland there. While in Alturas, he met Candice Lent whom he married on December 14, 2001, in Reno, NV. Jeremy entered the Air Force for a six-year committment on April 23, 2002, completing Basic Training and moving on to Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri for technical military training. He arrived at Beale Air Force Base near Marysville, CA. and the 9th Civil Engineering Squadron on November 6, 2002. While stationed at Beale Air Force Base, Jeremy received numerous accolades for exceptional duty performance. His unmatched commitment to duty and the mission were instrumental in supporting over 2,000 U-2 training missions with over 500 hours of airfield sweeper operations supporting America's only manned high-altitude reconnaissance mission. In addition, he was part of the "Horizontal Crew," and aggressively battled three wildfires, preventing the destruction of facilities worth over a billion dollars. He maintained and repaired hundreds of miles of pavements and airfield surfaces as a heavy equipment operator and lead foreman. He also beautified the base with numerous quality of life initiatives. These efforts directly contributed to the 9th Reconnaissance Wing's winning of the best Civil Engineer Squadron in Air Combat Command in 2002, and the Commander in Chief's Installation Excellence Award in 2004. Jeremy had always maintained a strong work ethic and was posthumously awarded the Air Force Achievement Medal. He was well thought of as a "Dirtboy", friend and brother, among those with whom he served. He enjoyed spending time with his wife and their son Jeremy, II. He is survived by his wife, Candice of Marysville and Alturas, CA; son Jeremy II, age two years; expected son Jacob; his mother Jane Eaton and step-father Don Eaton of Alturas, CA; father Martin Mastagni and stepmother Kathleen Mastagni of McLoed, OK; sisters Jilene Mastagni of Chico, CA and Alicia Mastagni of Edmond, OK; grandmother Alice Mastagni of Paso Robles, CA; grandfather Harry Larimore and grandmother Bea Larimore of Alturas, CA.; mother-in-law Denise Bakich, Alturas, CA; father-in-law Irvin Lent, Bishop, CA; aunts Millie and Don Roberts of Rocklin, CA; Mary Fuller and Tim Hoshko of Rocklin; Paula and Del Saeman, Paso Robles, CA; cousins Tony and Gigi Roberts, Emily and Christian of Anaheim Hills, CA; Kevin and Megan Roberts of San Francisco, CA; Julie and Maurice Rasgon, Santa Monica, CA; Mindy and Rick Cole, Fairfield, CA; Brian Saeman of Reno, NV; Carrie and Steve Papia and Heidi of Paso Robles; step-sister Tanya Eaton Fraser of Hawaii; step-brother Donald Eaton of Michigan. He was predeceased by his grandmother Ethel Larimore, grandfather Don Mastagni and uncle Joseph Mastagni. A Trust Fund in the name of Jeremy Mastagni, II, has been established at Bank of America, 205 N. Main St., Alturas, CA 96101, attn.: Walt Davis. Jimmie Howard Rager Former Alturas resident Jimmie Howard Rager, 70, passed away September 18, 2004, in Medford, OR Born February 9, 1934 in Chico, CA. to Rosalie and Jim Rager, Jimmie graduated from Springdale High School in Springdale, WA. in 1952. He attended Washington State College and from there joined the Army and was a member of the 101st Airborne division. Jimmie moved to Alturas in the early 1960s, to work with his grandfather William Rager, on the family ranch north of Alturas. Later, he worked as a timber faller in California, Alaska, Washington, Montana and Oregon. He married Juanita Holcomb September 26, 1971 and they moved to Central Point, OR. Juanita had three children when they were married and on July 9, 1973 Anne Marie Rager was born. Anne also was in the 101st Airborne division--this is something she shared proudly with her dad. Jim loved the outdoors, his family and his church. His smile, kindness and hardy laugh will be missed. Survivors: include his wife Juanita Rager, Central Point, OR.; children Dave and Kristal Holcomb, Jeanie and Ron Mentzer of Central Point, OR.; Debbie and Dave Wilkinson of Coos Bay and Anne and Greg Mathews of Central Point, OR.; six grandsons and two granddaughters. He is also survived by sisters Joann Harrod of Spokane, WA.; Barbara Maillelle of Fairbanks Alaska, Linda LaHue, Shasta Lake, CA; and brother Ron Rager, Eugene, OR. His parents Jim and Rosalie Rager of Alturas, preceded him in death. Services were held Sept. 22 in Medford, OR. Mildred E. Maupin . Mildred Elnora Maupin of Alturas passed away on September 16, 2004, at Modoc Medical Center, Alturas, CA. Born Mildred Minto in Eagleville, CA on July 15, 1918, Mrs. Maupin was a long-time, active member of Veterans of Foreign Wars Ladies Auxiliary 3327. She was 86. Service arrangements are being made with Kerr Mortuary. The Record will publish Mrs. Maupin' s obituary in a future issue. ~~~~~~ Billie C. & Anita 'Jean' Reynolds Family Researcher of "The Last Frontier" Modoc County, California --- Our outgoing mail is checked by ZoneAlarm AntiVirus.

Modoc County Record - September 2, 2004 Betty L. Chism Former Modoc County Librarian Betty Lorinda Chism of Alturas, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, August 28, 2004, while in Las Vegas, NV. Mrs. Chism, 75, had been enjoying a trip. Born Betty Lorinda Bayne on February 3, 1929, in San Juan Bautista, CA, her family relocated to Modoc County in 1937 where they fixed up an ancient farm house and worked the 600 acre ranch. In grammar school, Betty developed a love for art and music that continued throughout her life. She was a hard worker from the time she was a young girl. She developed an early affiliation with the Federated Church, of which she was a long-time member. In high school, Betty was nearly a straight "A" student besides being active in GAA, band, drill team and working. When she graduated she was named valedictorian of the class of 1947. That year she was also named Miss Modoc County and represented the County in the Maid of California contest in Sacramento. She earned her bachelor of arts degree in Art from San Jose State University in San Jose, CA in 1951, working part-time at the San Jose State Library. Planning to be an art teacher at Modoc High, the position was dropped by the time she graduated and she went back to different schools, eventually receiving additional life diplomas in librarianship and general elementary education. She worked as a substitute teacher for a time. She also married a childhood sweetheart while attending college, Gene Malson, and they had one son, David. The marriage lasted 19 years, and Betty later married Harold Chism, whom she had known as a school supply salesman in the area for many years. Harold preceded her in death August 14, 2001. Modoc County was Betty's home for 60 years, 40 of those employed with the Modoc County Library and 37 years as Librarian from 1956 until she retired in 1993. She witnessed many upgrades and changes over those years with the library. Betty enjoyed painting, both watercolor and oil, creating decorator wreaths from nature's bounty, flower gardening, traveling, visiting the sea, especially the Fort Bragg coast. She loved music, theater, her dogs, Heidi and Shaw, her cats Smokey, Tigey and Scampi and enjoyed feeding wildlife. She as a generous donor of her time, energy and resources, a true giver, always happy and accepting of others and was an honest person. She was a member and supporter of the Art Center, the Garden Club, a 33-year member of Alcoholics Anonymous, Federated Community Church, and served on the Modoc County Mental Health and Drug Advisory Board from 1974 to 1987. She is survived by her son David Malson of Alturas; step-son Darrell Chism and Becky of Port Byron, New York; sister Grace Waters and husband Roy of Windsor, CA; two nieces, Peggy and husband Roy and Claudia and husband Carlos; nephew Bud Joy and five step-grandchildren. Because of Betty's devotion and support to the arts, memorial contributions may be directed to assist the local, non-profit Art Center at 317 So. Main St., Alturas, CA 96101, where Betty consigned many of her creative pieces over the years, welcomed artists and the public and assisted with the new show receptions. A service for Mrs. Chism will be conducted by Dr. Ben Zandstra at the Federated Community Church in Alturas at 1 p.m on Tuesday, Sept. 7. Interment will follow at the Alturas Cemetery. Services are under the direction of Kerr Mortuary, Alturas. John Douglas Reid A "Celebration of Life Service" will be held for John Douglas Reid on Saturday, September 4 at 4 p.m. with interment of his ashes at the Likely Cemetery. Rev. Destry Campbell will officiate with Patricia Cantrall singing. A potluck dinner for family and friends will follow at the Federated Community Church social hall in Alturas at 6 p.m. Mr. Reid died on June 24, 2004, in Chico, CA. John Douglas "Doug" Reid was born on July 21, 1916 on Parker Creek in Alturas, California to David Graham Reid and Mary Porter Pepperdine Reid. The Porter, Dorris, and Parker families arrived in Modoc within three months after one another, and all played significant roles in the early growth and strength of the county. Alturas was originally named Dorris Bridge and Parker Creek was named for the Parker family. Doug was a great-grandchild of all three families through his maternal grandparents. Doug grew up in the Alturas area; and except for several years during World War II and the last eight years, he lived here his entire life. He loved spending time camping, hunting, fishing or otherwise enjoying the Modoc outdoors, and was fond of saying that camping trips were full of the four "Fs", fishing, family, food and fun. He always said he felt closest to God when he was out in the world He created. Doug spent his early childhood on a ranch near Alturas. He and his brother, Jim, said many times that they think they had the best possible childhoods playing on the ranch with their sister, Eleanor, and cousins who lived on nearby ranches. Together they learned many outdoor skills, the value of family, and the wealth of a simple life. On August 28, 1940, Doug married Marion Elizabeth Williams, from Likely. They had four children, Roy, Mary Ann, Beth and Robbie. Shortly after the beginning of World War II, Doug joined the U.S. Air Corps, which then became the U.S. Air Force. At the close of the war, he was scheduled to be sent to Japan to fly strafing missions. His check, in fact, went on without him; and it took months for it to catch up with him back here in the States. Doug worked as a carpenter for 36 years. He was regarded by many as the finest finishing carpenter in the area. This was a skill he and Jim learned from their father, who had completed schooling in carpentry in Ireland before coming to the United States. Doug was a former president of AFL Carpenter's Union, Almanor division. He also taught carpentry apprentice classes at MUHS for Lassen Junior College for two years. Working together with his brother, Doug worked for Jim Reid Construction for at least 15 years. Then he worked for 14 years as maintenance director for the U.S. Forest Service directing the care of all buildings and campgrounds in the Modoc National Forest Doug was known as being a great cook, a great outdoorsman, and the source of a lot of fun when in a group of family and friends. He loved making things, working with his hands. He also enjoyed travel and with Betty, made trips to Europe, Baja, California, Alaska, Hawaii and most of the western States. He was always eager to see and learn new things while traveling. Wherever he visited and however much he enjoyed it, he firmly believed no place could compare with his beloved Modoc. In 1996, Doug and Betty moved to Chico to live near two of their daughters and to enjoy living in a retirement complex, where his brother Jim and his wife Hazel also live. He and Jim loved spending their senior years together, reminiscing daily, going on jaunts to local coffee shops, stopping by a local barber shop where another Modoc'er worked, and generally being "The Reid Boys" again. Doug is survived by his wife, Betty, of Chico; his four children and spouses, Royal Graham Reid of Alturas, Mary Ann and Terry Nylund of Las Vegas, Nevada; Beth Eileen Reid (Lawrence) of Chico, and Roberta Lynn and Rick Fox of Corning, California; eight grandchildren, John Colby Nylund, David Kevin Nylund, Jacquelin Eileen Lawrence Mestaz, Amy Rachel Lawrence, Sarah Megan Lawrence, Reid Ernesto Royal III Marion IV Rodriquez, David James Fox, and Steven Douglas Fox, and four great- grandchildren, John Keegan Nylund, Aydin Paul Nylund, Mikayla Jordan Harding, and Rhianna Eileen Mestaz. He is also survived by one brother, Jim Reid of Chico. He was preceded in death by his parents; his sister Eleanor Reid Hinshaw, two half-sisters Mary Pepperdine Harden Enoksen and Cordelia Pepperdine Weber and one half-brother Jake Pepperdine. A Remembrance Service was held on Saturday, July 24, in Chico. The family requests that memorial donations be made to Blue Lake Church Camp in care of Federated Community Church, 307 East First Street, Alturas, CA. 96101. Elwood Wyatt Former Alturas resident and retired federal employee Elwood Wyatt, 71, of Gardnerville, NV. passed away at his residence on August 31, 2004. Funeral services will be held this Saturday, Sept. 4 at 11 a.m. at Walton's Chapel of the Valley in Carson City, NV. Visitation will be at the chapel from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. Friday. Born on October 13, 1932, in Dresslerville, NV. to Evan and Frieda Smokey Wyatt, Elwood attended Stewart Indian High School in Carson City, where he excelled in football, and played in the band. While in high school, Elwood was on the boxing team. He was inducted into the Indian Hall of Fame in Sports. He and wife Caroline were married at the Stewart Baptist Church in Carson City, NV. Mr. Wyatt was a federal employee for 27 years, working in the engineering department until he retired from Modoc National Forest Supervisor's office, Alturas, CA in 1993. He earned many awards of recognition for his expertise in the forestry field, while working for the U.S. Forest Service. He coached girls' slow and fast pitch softball teams in Carson City and women's basketball. In 1972, he was awarded "Outstanding Coach of the Year" by 16 teams, coaches and managers of basketball tournaments. He was awarded "Donor of the Year" for his work with numerous humanitarian organizations in 2002. Mr. Wyatt was a Jehovah's Witness and a member of Kingdom Hall of the Jehovah's Witness Church in Gardnerville, NV. He is survived by his wife Caroline Wyatt of Gardnerville, NV.; four sons: Arlen Wyatt, Gardnerville; Vincent Wyatt, Reno, NV; Wendell Wyatt, Gardnerville; Alvin Wyatt, Gardnerville; five daughters: Leda Wyatt, Ft. Bidwell, CA; Myra Wyatt, Reno, NV; Leah Davis, Alturas, CA; Roselle Wyatt, Carson City and Ronna Sandoval, Carson City; four sisters: Florine Conway, Gardnerville, NV; Julie Barr, Gardnerville; Kay Simpson, Gardnerville and Denise Pitts, Gardnerville; 10 grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by two sons: Bruce Wyatt, 1979 and Kevin Wyatt, December, 1975. Burial will be at the Stewart Indian Cemetery in Carson City, NV. Services are under the direction of Walton's of Minden, NV. Jason Holderfield Jason "Junior" Holderfield, 80, passed away Friday, August 27 at a convalescent home in Fremont, where he had been a resident for several months. Junior was born June 21, 1924 in Fanshaw, Oklahoma, where he was raised. Work was scarce, he recalled. Worked some picking cotton, did a little farming and worked some in a sawmill, he said. Anything to make a dollar he would add. Around 1953, he and his wife Mary, who he had married October 21, 1947, moved to California, settling in the Fremont area. He went to work for Pacific State Steele, working there for 28 years, until the plant closed its doors. He then went to work for Leslie Salt, and continued working there for another eight years. He had many interesting stories to tell of how the salt was harvested. One doesn't often think of the process used to form the salt we so generously shake from our shakers. In 1984, Junior and Mary moved to Canby to a home they had purchased back in the 1960's. They both loved Modoc and had spent many a vacation here over the years, especially during deer season. Soon a large vegetable garden filled their backyard, which they shared with neighbors. Mary passed away in 2001. They had shared 53 years together. Junior continued in his giving ways, always ready to help neighbors and friends. He still raised and shared his garden produce until ill health took over. He is greatly missed by all of us. Survivors include his two sons, Harvey of Newark, Ca. and Donnie Holderfield and wife Jennifer, of Fremont, Ca.; sisters, Mabel Newby of Oklahoma; Eloise Glenn of Oklahoma, Claudine Goss of Oklahoma and Sharie Wann and Wanda Newby oif Arkansas and their families, including five grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Burial was in Fremont on September 2 beside his wife, whom he so lovingly cared for during her illness. ~~~~~~ Billie C. & Anita 'Jean' Reynolds Family Researcher of "The Last Frontier" Modoc County, California --- Our outgoing mail is checked by ZoneAlarm AntiVirus.