The Rev. Karl E. Olson The Reverend Karl Edward Olson, former pastor of the Alturas Federated Church from 1954-1964 and founder of the Blue Lake Youth Camp, died peacefully in Hayward, California, May 11, 2003. He had led a very full and active life of service through ministry and a commitment to building a better world. He was 84 Karl was born on July 26, 1918 in Grand Rapids, Michigan, to Fred and Ilah Olson. He graduated from the University of Michigan in 1940 and from the Chicago Theological Seminary in 1948. A pacifist and conscientious objector, Karl served in Civilian Public Service during World War II. During this time, he met Peggy Anne Gettinger. They were married in 1945, and together wove a rich and loving life for themselves and their five children. Ordained into the ministry in 1948, Karl served churches in Illinois, Oregon, California, Australia, England and Alaska. Karl and Peggy retired to McCloud, CA. in 1986, where they continued to be active community volunteers. While Karl served in Alturas, CA. he was very active throughout the whole of Modoc County, serving as pastor to all its people. Karl was the founder of the Blue Lake Youth Camp, serving the youth of Modoc County, the current church building was built under his leadership, active in Rotary, served on the school board, and was very active throughout the great community. For the remainder of his life, Modoc County and its people remained close to his heart. Peggy passed away in 1998 Throughout his life, Karl worked actively for the cause of social justice, peace and environmental responsibility. He was a commentator on the nation's first listener-sponsored radio station, KPFA, during its early years. He was a religious columnist for the Fremont Argus, an adjunct professor at Ohlone College, a world traveler, a Paul Harris Fellow, a member of Rotary International, PTA, and numerous other community organizations, and a stalwart, award-winning blood donor. Karl relished and shared his love for the mountains and wilderness. He founded Blue Lake Youth Camp in Modoc County and led many high country trail camps for youth, as well as his own family. Karl is survived by his sister, Kathryn Rice, his and Peggy's children Susan, Larry, Kristen, Mark and Peter, eight grandchildren and many wonderful friends from around the globe. A memorial service will be held on May 18 at the Fremont Congregational/UCC Church of Fremont, 38255 Blacow Road, Fremont, CA., 94536 at 4:00 p.m. Memorial contributions may be directed to: Fremont Congregational/UCC Church Memorial Fund, or any environmental or social justice organization. Albert Frank Tourtillott Albert Frank Tourtillott, a gentle and kindly man, who quietly did a lot in his community, will be missed in a big way. Nearing his 85th birthday, Mr. Tourtillott passed away on May 3, 2003 in Cedarville, CA. >From the time Al and wife Gladys moved to "South Cedarville" 30 years ago, Al made friends with everybody and stuck with friends through "thick and thin." They purchased their home and labored to make it an "incredible place," described the Rev. Dr. Ben Zandstra. Born May 22, 1918 in Stevens, Montana, Mr. Tourtillott was a survivor of Pearl Harbor. He served as a Chief in the U.S. Navy during World War II on the U.S.S. Maryland, docked next to the U.S.S. Arizona. He was discharged on September 23, 1945 The very talented Mr. Tourtillott retired after 30 years and three months as a mechanic with the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power and relocated to enjoy an active community life in Cedarville. He was caretaker of Surprise Valley Community church in Cedarville, where he tinkered to keep the old furnace working for many years until it was finally replaced. Every Sunday morning, he saw to it that the candles on the altar got lit, the church bells rung, served communion, and took up the collection. "One of the old school, his symbols included a roll of duct tape and can of WD 40," describes Zandstra. His heavy work coat was "repaired with duct tape and he used big safety pins where the buttons were gone." Al and wife Gladys are credited with the majority of remodeling and repair around the church. Very active in the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 7888, he was always there and led the honor guard for the Post. He was also active in the Masonic Lodge of Free and Accepted Masons. "Once he saw the right thing to do, he just did it. He would do it himself or help others," stated Zandstra. Al and Gladys Marie Walter were married on May 17, 1947 in Glendale, CA. She survives him along with their son Eric Tourtillott and daughter-in-law Maria Delores Tourtillott; granddaughter Jennifer; grandson Ryan; brother Herb and wife Mae; sisters Kathleen Hettiger, Marion Nicolaides. Memorials may be directed to the Surprise Valley Hospital District, Cedarville. The Rev. Dr. Ben Zandstra conducted services at the Surprise Valley Community Church on Friday, May 9, 10 a.m. Interment was at the Cedarville Cemetery. Joan Fuller English Alturas resident Joan Fuller English passed away in Klamath Falls, Oregon on May 4, 2003, after a brief stay there. She was 71 and had lived all but 10 years of her life in Alturas, CA. Born to Chauncey Arthur Fuller and Blanche (Nielsen) Fuller on February 6, 1932, in Klamath Falls, OR., Joan graduated from Modoc High School in Alturas, CA. She was a talented pianist and an avid reader. Many remember Joan for her kindness and her many years helping people as a Social Worker with the Modoc County Department of Social Services, from which she retired. She had a quiet demeanor and enjoyed spending time with her family and walking with her dog. She is survived by her daughter Cynthia Prince and husband Marvin of Klamath Falls, OR.; son Eric English and wife Susan of Evergreen, Colo.; sisters Joyce Warner of Eugene, OR and Janice Quinlan of Vancouver, WA and her grandchildren Ian, Adam and Megan. A graveside service was held at the Alturas Cemetery on May 8. Kerr Mortuary was in charge of arrangements. Donations in her memory may be directed to the Klamath Falls Hospice. James D. Rager Cedarville native and long-time Alturas resident James D. Rager passed away May 8, 2003 in Medford, OR. Mr. Rager was 91. He had relocated to the Medford area about three and a half years ago. Pastor Glenn Tucker of Central Point, OR. conducted the memorial graveside service at the Alturas Cemetery on Wednesday, May 14 at 2:00 p.m. Arrangements by Kerr Mortuary. Mr. Rager's obituary will be published next week. May 22 , 2003 Man killed in CR1 accident Anlt of a single vehicle accident May 17, 7:10 p.m. on County Road One north of Eagleville. According to the California Highway Patrol, Constantino Bilco, age 37, was driving a 1998 Ford pickup southbound at about 70 m.p.h. Both he and a passenger, Serafin Alonso had been drinking prior to the accident. Bilco failed to control the pickup and drifted onto the west shoulder of the road, overcorrected to his left and lost complete control of the vehicle. The pickup rolled several times, ejecting Bilco through the opened driver's window. The pickup landed on its roof and pinned Bilco underneath, inflicting fatal injuries. Alonso was trapped in the cab initially, but was freed prior to ambulance arrival. He sustained moderate injuries. John Glenn ‘Bud' Layton Long-time Alturas resident Bud Layton passed away on Tuesday, May 13, 2003 in Redding, CA, at the age of 75. Bud was born March 1, 1928 in Chico, CA and moved to Alturas at age three, with his adoptive parents, Joe and Mae Layton. After graduating from Modoc High School in 1946, Bud joined the Navy at age 17 and was stationed at Treasure Island. After his honorable discharge from the Navy, he returned to Alturas where he worked in the lumber industry for a number of years. Bud spent 30 years working in law enforcement with the City of Alturas Police, the District Attorney's Office and the Modoc County Sheriff's Department. He also drove school bus for 20 years which afforded him the opportunity to attend sporting events that his three children participated in during their years at Modoc High. After retiring from law enforcement in 1983, Bud spent 13 years driving tanker truck for Ed Staub. On November 25, 1948, Bud married Kathryn Morrison with whom he would have celebrated 55 years of marriage this year. Bud and Kathryn made their home in Alturas and reared their three children here. He enjoyed nothing more than spending time with his children, grandchildren and friends, in his spare time. He especially liked camping, golfing, playing horseshoes, washers and a great number of board games. Along with his many friends, Bud will be missed by his wife Kathryn of Alturas; son Mark and daughter-in-law Georgie of Yreka; son Brian of Redding; and daughter Lynn Strack and son-in-law Guy of Redding. His seven grandchildren, Ted and wife Brie, Erik, Shara, Jill, Karyn, Danielle and Kristin, and one great-grandson, Tyler, will also miss the man they affectionately called "Papa." A graveside memorial service was conducted by the Rev. Dr. Ben Zandstra on Saturday, May 17 at 11:00 a.m. at the Alturas Cemetery, Alturas, CA. Memorial contributions may be directed to the Mercy Hospice Program at 1544 Market Street in Redding or a charity of the donor's choice. James D. Rager Cedarville native and long-time Alturas resident James D. Rager will be remembered by many, for his honesty and goodness, his storytelling of great true stories of days gone by and the twinkle in his bright blue eyes. Mr. Rager, who was out cutting wood on his own, well into his 80s, and making friends after he relocated to Oregon, passed away May 8, 2003 in Medford, OR. at the age of 91. He had relocated to the Medford area about three and a half years ago. Pastor Glenn Tucker of Calvary Temple Worship Center, Central Point, OR., where Mr. Rager attended church, conducted the memorial graveside service at the Alturas Cemetery on Wednesday, May 14 at 2:00 p.m. Born in Cedarville, CA on October 6, 1911 to William Rager and Mary (Dukes) Rager, he attended school in Chico, CA. He worked in the lumber business as a lumber grader, timber faller and at the Canby mill from the 1930s to the 1940s. He and Rosalie Black were married on July 19, 1933 in Reno, NV and moved to Springdale, WA in 1945, where they bought a farm, which Jim worked until they moved back to Alturas, CA in 1964. Jim went back to work in the lumber business at Calandor Pine in Alturas, fell timber and last worked at the Loveness Mill in Adin, CA. After retiring, he continued to keep busy, cutting, hauling and selling fire wood. He worked hard in his large garden, rototilling each year and growing potatoes, carrots and vegetables by the bushel full. He was an avid reader when he had time to relax and he loved spending time with his family. His grandchildren enjoyed their treasured time with Jim and Rosalie. After Rosalie passed away December 17, 1989, he lived alone for many years, before deciding to sell his home in Modoc Estates and relocate to a mobile home in 1999, near his son Jim H. Rager in Medford, OR. The senior Jim became an active and well-liked member of the Calvary Temple Worship Center in Central Point, OR., where he was also baptized. He is survived by his son Jim H. Rager of Medford, OR; son Ronald W. Rager of Eugene, OR; daughters Joanne Stamatoplos of Spokane, WA; Barbara Maillelle of Fairbanks, Alaska and Linda LaHue of Redding, CA.; half-sister Betty Matherly of Reedsport, OR.; 13 grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren and two great-great grandchildren. May 29, 2003 Gay Decious Boehme Gay Boehme passed away May 23, 2003, in Antioch, California after a lengthy illness. Born in Alturas, CA., to Doris and Stan Decious, Gay graduated from Modoc Union High School in 1951 and Oregon State University in 1955, with a Bachelor of Arts in Education. She taught elementary school students in the California communities of Bieber, Roseville, and Oakland and volunteered with the Quaker Project in Berkeley, and in schools in San Francisco. Gay was an accomplished pianist and together with her husband of twenty-one years, Fred, appreciated a broad range of music styles and artists. She enjoyed her continuing friendship with Modoc Union High School classmates and Oregon State University Alpha Gamma Delta sorority sisters. Gay will be fondly remembered by her step children in the Boehme family, especially Theresa Alley with whom she maintained a close relationship. She will be missed by many caring neighbors at Somerset Fellowship Church, and the David Kazakevich family, all of Antioch. Gay was a devoted wife, mother, sister and friend who was cherished for her gentle loving nature and kind-heartedness. She was preceded in death by her parents and by her loving husbands, Charles Herbert and Fred Boehme. Gay is survived by daughter Cindy Exline, son-in-law Alex Exline, and granddaughter Chloe Exline of San Bruno, son Chuck Davis and close companion Carrie Kiskila of Oakland, brother Dan and sister-in-law Mary Decious of Sacramento. Gay's family welcomes her friends to gather at Traditional Care Funeral Services, 1205 A Street, Antioch, at 12 noon, May 30. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to the Modoc High School Scholarship Fund, c/o Modoc High School, 900 North Main Street, Alturas, CA., 96101 or to a charity of your choice. ~~~~~~ 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 – May 1, 2003 Small plane crashes into mountain, 2 die Two people are presumed dead after the small Cessna airplane they were flying crashed into the south Warner Mountains near Eagleville April 25, about 5:20 p.m. According to Modoc Undersheriff Mark Gentry, the dead are Donald M. Lea II, age 46 of Adian, Or., and Jacqueline L. Wyatt, age 49, of Lake Oswego, Or. They are brother and sister. They were flying from Scottsdale, Arizona to Lakeview to visit relatives, he said. According to Gentry, Angie Benner of Eagleville called 9-1-1 Friday evening saying she heard a plane crash into the mountain near her home at the mouth of Emerson Canyon. Benner said it was snowing hard and she heard the sound of a plane's engine, heard it slow and then heard a loud explosion. Gentry said that at just after 5:30 p.m., the Sheriff's Office received a call from the Federal Aviation Administration in Seattle saying they had lost radio and radar contact with an aircraft in the area of Eagleville. Gentry said the FAA radar had the plane at about 13,200 feet, but then showed it was dropping at a rate of 3,000 feet per minute. When Bill Benner came home, he donned his full winter clothing and drove his four-wheeler up to Emerson campground. Benner said the snow was blinding and it was bitterly cold, but he felt he needed to at least check the area. He found nothing and returned home. Gentry said agencies were going to try and recover the plane and remains Wednesday, but weather conditions made it too dangerous. Crews will try to receive the wreckage as soon as weather permits. The mangled plane is located on a steep grade at the foot of about a 500 foot high cliff, said Gentry. Getting to it will have to be by air, and search and recovery crews may have to rappel down the cliff. The plane crashed not too far from an area where five people died in an Eagle Peak plane crash in November, 2001. The remains of those people were unable to be recovered for eight months because of the location of the downed aircraft and the weather. Gentry figures this recovery will be done this week. Gentry said the plane was spotted from the air Saturday by search teams, and not much of it remains. "Judging by what we saw, it hit very hard," said Gentry. "We'll have to wait for the FAA report to determine what actually happened. It appears the plane flew into the cliff and then dropped onto when it now sits." According to Gentry, Plain Parts, the company that recovered the November wreckage will also be called upon to retrieve this aircraft. Correction: Berchtold In last week's tragic accident which claimed the life of Alturas resident Toni Berchtold, the Record reported that driver Gary Berchtold was following the truck that jackknifed because of the truck's speed. In fact, the truck was westbound when it went out of control and the Berchtold vehicle was approaching it eastbound. The CHP report states that Berchtold approached the truck in the westbound lane and struck the trailer. The out-of-control truck and trailer had blocked both lanes of traffic. Toni Lynn Berchtold Toni Lynn Berchtold, 40, of Alturas, passed away April 21, 2003, from injuries sustained in a car accident. Born Toni Lynn Vincent in Willits, CA on August 27, 1962, to Fred and Merrium Vincent, Toni grew up in Laytonville, CA. She is the third of four children and the first girl to play little league hardball in her area. She was a wonderful athlete. Toni played high school volleyball and softball and earned a spot in the All-American book of records for both sports. She went to high school with Gary Berchtold, who became her husband on September 25, 1982. They have two beautiful daughters Brianna, 18 and Brittany, 15. Gary and Toni spent their first years together in Laytonville and Santa Rosa, then moved to Alturas in 1991. Toni worked as a cook for the Modoc Joint Unified School District for the past 10 years. Toni will be best remembered for her smile, her energy, and the love she brought to every person she met. She was fully devoted to her family and her girls were her pride and joy. A mother who put her family first, she not only took care of Brianna and Brittany, but helped many other young people through tough times. Toni and Gary opened their home to many Modoc kids who think of her as their second mother. Thelma Barker, her neighbor, enjoyed swapping favors with Toni and will miss their afternoons filled with laughter. Brianna and Brittany are athletes like their mother and Toni did her best to be at every one of their games. You'd find her pacing the fence line at softball games or cheering from the gym bleachers. Her voice, passion, and encouragement for the athletes will be missed by all. Up and down the halls of each school in Alturas, you'll hear how Toni brought a smile to so many children's faces while she did her job. She was a friend at every school site: breakfast with the little ones in the morning, a friend to middle school students at break, and making lunch at Alturas Elementary something to look forward to for students and staff. Toni paid attention to what was happening with children and helped them through their day. That might include sitting with a Kindergarten student every morning long enough for him to eat his cereal, hugging a middle school student having a rotten day, a quick scold before someone got in trouble, a good tease, a coat when it was below zero outside, or a special treat. If you wanted to have a good time at any event, you sat near Toni. She had a great sense of humor and a sense of clarity that brought laughter to every situation. With a twinkle in her eye and a skip in her step, she gave 100 percent to everything she did managing to motivate everyone around her. None will forget how she brightened a room, how she greeted all the girls with "Hey girlfriend!," the silver necklace she faithfully wore, the great meals she made after cooking at school all morning, and the cinnamon rolls that made events something to look forward to. Toni was a wonderful wife, best friend, and business partner to Gary. She was a loving daughter to her parents, and enjoyed a special bond with her sister Pam. She was a devoted, protective sister to her brothers, a special aunt to seven nieces and nephews, and a good friend to so many. She filled the room with light and offered an acceptance of who we all are. Her absence leaves a huge hole that cannot be filled in her family and in her community. Toni loved candles. Her family asks that everyone light a candle, so that "while Toni watches over us, she knows our thoughts are with her." Toni is survived by her husband Gary Berchtold, her daughters Brianna and Brittany, of Alturas, CA; her parents Fred and Merrium Vincent, Laytonville, CA; her brother Benny Vincent, his wife Lisa, and their children Kiana and Taylor Vincent of Santa Rosa; her sister Pam, her husband Ron, and their children Justin and Nathan Shannon of San Diego; her brother Michael and his daughter Jordyn Vincent of Laytonville; Gary's parents Max and Suzy Berchtold of Laytonville; and her sister-in-law Debbie Carbaugh, and her sons Jason and Eric of Alturas. A service was held at the Laytonville Cemetery on Saturday, April 26 at 1:00 p.m. A memorial service was held in Alturas on Wednesday, April 30 at 5:30 p.m. at the Modoc High Griswold Gym. An account has been established at Bank of America at 205 Main Street, Alturas, CA 96101, for memorials to assist her daughters, Brianna and Brittany. Luther Cates Irwin Alturas resident Luther Cates Irwin, 67, passed away April 4, 2003 while visiting in Westminster, CA. Mr. Irwin's demise was caused by chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. Born October 15, 1935 in Swift, Missouri, he graduated from Banning High School in Wilmington, California. He served with the U.S. Army during the Korean Conflict until his discharge on January 7, 1957. Over the years, he had worked in electrical contracting, as an electrician at Todd Shipyard in San Pedro, CA, as a welder for the giant cranes at Bragg Crane in Long Beach, as a heavy equipment mechanic and truck driver. He was a member of the Teamsters Union and resided in Bellflower, CA. Mr. Irwin left Bragg Crane for a job opportunity in Redding for his wife Carol. They later moved to Modoc County, where Mr. Irwin was employed with Staub & Sons Petroleum, Inc. and Fitch Sand and Gravel in Alturas. The Irwins have made Modoc their home for the past 20 years. He and Carol Ann Beckett were married in Wilmington, CA on January 13, 1960. Mr. Irwin was a member of the Moose Lodge of Redding and the Elks Lodge B.P.O.E. of Burney. He enjoyed fishing, recreational boating and swimming, as his time allowed. He is survived by his loving wife of 43 years, Carol Irwin of Alturas, CA; daughter Ronda Gysin of Alturas; sons Robert of Anderson, CA, Daniel of Oklahoma, Ronald and Michael of Arkansas, many grandsons and granddaughters and one great-grandson. His brother Jim Irwin of Westminster, sister Karen Pickle of Arkansas and several nieces and nephews, also survive. At his advance request, no services were to be held. Memorials may be directed to the American Lung Association. Doris Marie Kent Canby resident Doris Marie Kent passed away unexpectedly of natural causes on April 28, 2003 in Alturas, CA., just as she was recuperating from pneumonia. Mrs. Kent, 77, had enjoyed her 25 years as a resident of Canby. Services will be held Friday, May 2 at 10:00 a.m. at Kerr Mortuary Chapel in Alturas with Brock Elliott as officiant. Interment will follow at the Alturas Cemetery. Born Doris Marie Herring on June 17, 1925 in Phoenix, Arizona, she graduated from schools there and married Milton John Kent in Phoenix on September 12, 1943. The Kents moved out to California to stay in 1954 and lived in San Jose for many years. Mrs. Kent worked in retail sales and retired from J.C. Penney's in 1976. The couple moved to Canby, CA to care for her parents, Bea and Allen Herring. Mrs. Kent's daughter Jeannette and son-in-law Dick Madison relocated to Modoc County shortly after. "Not only was mom a great mother, but a great friend," shared Mrs. Kent's daughter Mrs. Kent enjoyed fishing, rock hunting, writing poetry, cooking, baking, reading and talking about her great-grandchildren. She was always invited to I'SOT celebrations, which she enjoyed attending over the years. Known as "Dot" to her many friends, she was also a past member of the Canby Mother's Club. She and Milton reached their golden wedding celebration together before he preceded her in death on August 8, 1994. She was also preceded in death by her sisters Gladys and Martha, brother Don, her parents and granddaughter Christine. She is survived by her daughter Jeannette and son-in-law Dick Madison of Alturas; son Marlin and daughter-in-law Eileen Kent of Vacaville, CA; grandchildren Bob Madison of Las Vegas, Steve Kent of Georgia, Debbie Scott and Julie Rios of Reno, Greg Kent of Vacaville, 11 great-grandchildren, brothers Roland Herring of American Canyon, David Herring of Canby, Jerry Herring of Alabama and numerous nieces and nephews. Memorials may be made to any charity of the donor's choice. Charlene L. Gray Charlene L. Gray, 56, passed away April 25, 2003 of respiratory failure in Alturas, CA. Mrs. Gray had lived in Modoc County since 1982. She moved from Modesto to New Pine Creek that year. In 1987, she moved from New Pine Creek to Alturas. Born Charlene L. Williams on April 22, 1947 in Long Beach, CA., she graduated from high school in Southern California. The mother of four sons and a homemaker, she also found time to draw, leaving several of her color and black and white sketches as gifts to her children. She kept and loved horses and crocheting and enjoyed her time with her grandchildren, who meant so much to her. She is survived by her sons Patrick Kelly Bradbury of Alturas, Chad Eric Bradbury of Redding, Douglas Wayne Bradbury of Redding and Christopher Duane Bradbury of Anderson, CA; grandchildren Katharine Michelle and Holly Elaine Bradbury of Alturas, Wyatt Wayne Bradbury of Redding and Rachel, Stephanie and Phillip Partsch of Anderson. Services were held April 29 at the Alturas Cemetery. May 8, 2003 Lois Gloria Knight Lois Gloria Knight, 80, passed away of natural causes at her Nubieber home on April 29, 2003. Pastor Jeff Bidwell conducted services at the Ladies Pioneer Club in Nubieber on Saturday, May 3 at 11:00 a.m. Born June 23, 1922 in Jamestown, North Dakota, Lois moved to Nubieber in 1945, where she worked as a clerk for the Burlington Northern Railroad. Mother of three sons and a daughter, she also has eight grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. Suvivors include her sons Bill Sherrill of Nubieber; Larry of Tuolumne and Vincent of Rio Linda, CA; daughter Dianne Rose of Portland, OR and sister Laurenda Reich of Rochester, MN. Interment was at the Hillside Cemetery in Nubieber, CA. McDonald's Chapel in Burney was in charge of arrangements. Albert Frank Tourtillott Albert Frank Tourtillott, 84, of Cedarville, CA passed away May 3, 2003, at the Surprise Valley Hospital. Services for Mr. Tourtillott will be held at the Cedarville Community Church on Friday, May 9 at 10:00 a.m. with the Rev. Dr. Ben Zandstra. Interment will follow at the Cedarville Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to the Surprise Valley Hospital District. Joan English Joan English, 71, of Alturas, passed away in Klamath Falls, OR on May 4, 2003. Services will be held graveside at the Alturas Cemetery on Thursday, May 8 at 1:00 p.m. May 15, 2003 John Glenn 'Bud' Layton A graveside memorial service for John Glenn 'Bud' Layton will be held on Saturday, May 17 at 11:00 a.m. at the Alturas Cemetery, Alturas, CA. Mr. Layton passed away May 13, 2003 in Redding, CA. The Rev. Dr. Ben Zandstra will officiate the service. Mr. Layton's obituary will be published next week. ~~~~~~ Billie C. & Anita 'Jean' Reynolds Family Researcher of "The Last Frontier" Modoc County, California --- Our outgoing mail is checked by ZoneAlarm AntiVirus.

Fay B. Chapman Likely native and long-time Modoc resident Fay B. Chapman passed away on Sunday morning, April 13, 2003, in Alturas, CA. Services will be held Friday, April 18 at 2:00 p.m. at Alturas Cemetery. Mrs. Chapman was born Fay Smith in Likely, CA. on August 18, 1913. Memorials may be made to any charity of the donor's choice. Mrs. Chapman's obituary will be published in next week's Record. Arthur Willard Williams Arthur Willard Williams, 79, passed away at a Red Bluff hospital on April 14, 2003. Services will be held at the Kerr Mortuary Chapel in Alturas on Friday, April 18 at 11:00 a.m., with burial to follow at the Alturas Cemetery. Visitation will be Thursday, April 17, from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Kerr Chapel in Alturas. Mr. Williams was born to Clayton and Minnie (Morley) Williams in Westwood, CA on November 13, 1923. Alturas woman dies in Big Valley Summit accident An Alturas woman, Toni Lynn Berchtold, age 40, died in a vehicle accident at Big Valley Summit on State Route 299 April 21, 2:15 p.m. According to the Redding Area California Highway Patrol, Berchtold was a passenger in a 1993 Ford F-250 pickup driven by her husband Gary J. Berchtold. The pickup was following a 1995 Kenworth pulling a 28-foot single-axle empty trailer westbound. Steven Guin, 32, Redding, was driving the truck and encountered falling snow and a slushy roadway as he reached the summit. The CHP states the truck was traveling too fast for conditions, lost traction and drifted into the eastbound lane. The truck crossed onto the south shoulder, hit a dirt shoulder and jackknifed. The empty trailer crossed both lanes as the Berchtold pickup approached and struck the trailer. The pickup was lodged under the trailer after the collision and Toni Berchtold, who was in the right passenger seat was trapped in the vehicle. She died at the scene. Gary Berchtold sustained moderate injuries and another passenger, Brittany Berchtold, age 15, sustained minor injuries and were transported to Mayer's Memorial Hospital in Fall River Mills. The driver of the truck was not hurt. Both vehicles came to rest blocking the highway, requiring a one-hour road closure. Toni Lynn Berchtold Toni Lynn Berchtold, 40, of Alturas, died Monday afternoon, April 21, 2003, from injuries sustained in a car accident on State Route 299 at Big Valley Summit, CA. Born Toni Lynn Vincent in Willits, CA. on August 27, 1962, she grew up in Laytonville, Mendocino County, where her parents and parents-in-law reside. A service will be held at the Laytonville Cemetery on Saturday, April 26 at 1:00 p.m. A memorial service will be held in Alturas on Wednesday, April 30 at 5:30 p.m. at the Modoc High Softball Field. The site will be changed to the Modoc High Griswold Gym if the weather is inclement. . Her husband Gary asks those who knew Toni to light a candle in her memory, as she loved candles. An account has been established at Bank of America at 205 Main St., Alturas, CA 96101, for memorials to assist her daughters Brianna and Brittany. Mrs. Berchtold's obituary and photograph will be published in next week's Record. Fay Bertine Chapman Likely native and long-time Modoc resident Fay Bertine Chapman passed away on Sunday morning, April 13, 2003, in Alturas, CA. Pastor Bud Kirk of the Alturas Baptist Church conducted services Friday, April 18 at 2:00 p.m. at Alturas Cemetery. One of seven children born to Willard and Leona (Roys) Smith in Likely, CA on August. 18, 1913, Fay spent most of her life in Alturas where she completed her schooling. On March 28, 1930, she married James Chapman in Lakeview, OR. They reared their four children and were married for 29 years, when he passed away in May of 1959, leaving Fay a young widow. Never one to be idle, Fay worked outside the home in addition to taking care of her children. She worked in several Alturas restaurants and for many years when the Cooks owned the Alturas Laundry on Main Street, Fay worked there until she retired. She enjoyed traveling with the Golden Modocers' Senior bus tour group throughout the United States, loved to play pinochle, Bunco and in her earlier days enjoyed fishing and taking her grandchildren fishing in the area. She was a member of Native Daughters of the Golden West, Alturas Parlor. As an active senior, she enjoyed meeting with friends at the Modoc Senior Citizens Center for lunch and games. She was preceded in death by her husband James Chapman; father Willard Smith, mother Leona (Smith) Clark, sisters Willetta Blevins, Irma Linville and twin brothers Ron and Don Smith and two grandchildren. She is survived by her children Betty Russell, Eunice Seminario, Johnny Chapman, all of Alturas and Robert Joe of Oroville, CA; grandchildren Kathryn and Manuel Chavez of Klamath Falls, OR; Kenneth Russell of Red Bluff, CA; Susie and John Chelonis of Galt, CA, Karen Ballard of Everson, Washington; Mike and Michelle Seminario of Fairbanks, Alaska, Donna and Danny Golden of Red Bluff, CA, William Seminario of Sacramento, CA, Agnes Johnson of Plainview, Texas, Johnny Karl Chapman of Burney, CA, 16 great-grandchildren, a sister Elsie Cantrall and brother Marion Smith of Alturas and a special friend Lois Thomason of Alturas. Fay's great grandson Jeremy Dawson is serving in Japan with the U.S. Marine Corps. She has five great-great grandchildren. Memorials may be made to the Modoc Senior Citizens Center, 906 West Fourth St., Alturas or to any charity of the donor's choice. Shirley Ebbe Wilson A private family service will be held for former Alturas resident Shirley A. Ebbe Wilson of Marcola, Oregon, who died March 9, 2003, of ovarian cancer. She was 51. Wilson was born Oct. 8, 1951, in Kingman, Ariz. and adopted six months later by Brewster and Bobbe Ebbe of Alturas, CA. She married John Wilson in Eugene, OR in 1975. Shirley grew up on the Ebbe Ranch and attended elementary and high school in Alturas, graduating from Modoc High in 1969. She moved to Eugene in 1972 and worked as a waitress and as a senior aide. She settled in Marcola in 1990. She and her husband were active members of the Austin-Healy Club of Oregon for 23 years. Her interests also included gardening, gourmet cooking and stained glass. She made and donated many baby blankets to the Dr. Laura Schlesinger Foundation Survivors include her husband; a daughter, Toni Kerr of Springfield, OR; a son, Robert of Eugene, OR: three stepdaughters, Laura Wilson of San Diego, April Wilson of Monroe, Wash., and Sherry Toly of Samamish, Wash.; a sister Jane Prather of Anderson, CA and five grandchildren. Andreason's Cremation & Burial Service in Eugene is in charge of arrangements. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society or to Hospice of Sacred Heart Arthur W. (Art) Williams Long-time Modoc resident Arthur W. (Art) Williams passed away on Monday, April 14, 2003 in Red Bluff, CA, after a long struggle with various health problems. Mr. Williams was born November 13, 1923 in Westwood, CA. to Clayton and Minnie (Morley) Williams. He spent four and a half years aboard a destroyer during World War II. His "Lucky 7" destroyer squadron was one of the most highly decorated units in the South Pacific. After his discharge from the United States Navy in 1946, Williams had a distinguished 32-year career with the Southern Pacific Railroad After his retirement from the railroad, Art and his wife of 32 years, Sammy, moved to Red Bluff in April 1985. Williams was a life member of the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks #1250 and a member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars. He was also an avid bowler and gardener his entire adult life He is survived by his loving wife Sammy of Red Bluff; daughter Marlene of Alturas; stepsons Doug and wife Ginger of San Jose, CA., Randy and wife Renee of Red Bluff, Daniel and wife Sheri of Livermore, CA. and Michael and wife Dee of Elko, NV. Art was also blessed with 12 grandchildren and 9 great-grandchildren There was an Elks memorial service on the morning of Friday, April 18, at 11 a.m. in Alturas. The funeral and grave side services were conducted by Kerr Mortuary of Alturas immediately following the memorial. An informal gathering of friends and family followed at the Elks Lodge in Alturas Bernice Elizabeth Brabo Bernice Elizabeth Brabo passed away April 19, 2003 in Alturas, California, after a long and brave battle with chronic leukemia. Bernice was born May 17, 1912 in Kansas City, MO. to Harry Lucien and Leona Service Davis. At two years, her parents divorced. At three years, her mother married Edwin George Hallquist. At fourteen she came to Los Angeles, CA. with her grandparents. Her parents came a year later. Bernice attended Downey High School, then Central High School in El Centro and graduated in 1930. She then attended Woodbury Business College in Los Angeles, graduating in 1931. She worked as a secretary until her marriage to Joseph Stephens May 2, 1936 in Wee Kirk 'O the Heather in Glendale, CA. Mr. Stephens was a sign painter and they opened a sign shop and gift shop in Los Angeles where Joe made many gift items and Bernice ran the store. They had their daughter, Diana and then built a house in Inglewood, CA. While living there another daughter, Nancy and a son Michael were born. They moved to Carlsbad, CA. in 1950 to build their home. In January 1959 Joseph Stephens was killed, along with a neighbor, in an airplane crash. Bernice took up secretary work again. In 1962 she served as the Senior Regent of the Women of the Loyal Order of Moose in Oceanside. She married Juaquim (Mark) Brabo in 1965 in Minden, NV. They both worked for the City of Oceanside, CA. The Brabos then traveled in their travel trailer throughout the U.S., Mexico and Canada. They moved to Anza, CA. in 1978. Mr. Brabo passed away in 1983 In Anza, Bernice was active in the Terwilliger Association, the Thimble Club, and the Anza Organ Club. She traveled with friends to Europe, Korea, Hong Kong, Hawaii and Alaska In 1992, Bernice moved to Alturas and put a home on her son-in-law and daughter's property in Thom's Creek. She joined the Alturas Baptist Church, Southern where she taught Sunday School. She was also a past member of the Alturas Garden Club, and Republic Women. She enjoyed crocheting, gardening, crafts, and playing the organ. She was an expert cook and seamstress and sewed many of her daughters' clothes when they were children Bernice is survived by her daughters Diana and husband Kenneth Fuller of Alturas, Nancy Bunch of Boise, ID., son Michael Stephens and daughter-in-law Janette of Escondido, CA; granddaughters Lory Whicker of Manti, UT., Donna Gilmore of Unionville, VA., and their husbands. Grandsons Robert Bunch of Boise, ID., and Michael Bunch of Bolinas, CA., granddaughter Amber Stephens and Sierra Stephens of Escondido, CA., and eleven great-grandchildren. She was also "Grandma Bee" to Kenneth Fuller's children and to 22 step-great-grandchildren who she loved as her own Her presence and participation in the family will be greatly missed. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. Services were held Wednesday, April 23, at 10:00 a.m. at the Alturas Baptist Church on 4th Street, Alturas. Interment at the Alturas Cemetery James Jerry Stearns James Gerry Stearns passed away on April 4, 2003 at Rideout Memorial Hospital. A native of Lapine, OR., born on January 29, 1922 to a family of Central Oregon cattle ranchers, he would reside for much of his life in California and spend his final years in Yuba City. Mr. Stearns left Oregon State University to enter WWII as a flight instructor for the U.S. Army Air Corps, after which he spent 20 years in Tulelake, CA., farming grain and hay. Then a licensed commercial pilot, he also flew for a crop dusting firm. During that time, Mr. Stearns was elected Modoc County Supervisor, holding the post from 1951-1967 and starting a career in civic affairs that would continue for over 30 years. In 1967, he became a director of the California Department of Conservation for Governor Ronald Reagan. He served in that capacity until he was appointed secretary of the State of California Agriculture and Services Agency in 1972 by the governor. Mr. Stearns would retire after serving as Chairman of the Board for the Securities Investor Protection Corporation, Washington DC. Mr. Stearns was preceded in death by his wife, June Stearns and brother, Lt. Robert Stearns, a B-17 Bombardier who died during WWII. He is survived by his daughter, Katherine S. Anderson of Yuba City; sons Robert Stearns of Boise, ID. and Gerry Stearns of Redmond, OR.; six grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Services took place on Wednesday, April 9 at 2:00 p.m. at Prineville Funeral Home, 199 E. 10th, Prineville, OR. 97754. Arrangements were handled by Ullrey Memorial Chapel and Crematory in Yuba City. Remembrances may be made to the Shriner's Hospital for Children, P.O. Box 21-4477, Sacramento, CA 95321. ~~~~~~ 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 – April 3, 2003 Hugh William Crawford Hugh William Crawford, 80, of Alturas, passed away March 14, 2003 at Modoc Medical Center's Skilled Nursing Facility where he had been a resident for a year. Born December 4, 1922 in Scotia, CA, he completed high school in Piedmont, CA. and attended two years at University of California, Berkeley. His father passed away when he was 14 and his mother when he was 35. He sought out the Crawford genealogy over the years. His career was in retail sales for many years in the San Jose area, before he changed his line of work. His interest in law enforcement, moved him into security work for electronic companies in Silicon Valley for the 20 years before he retired. He and Pamela Joyce Wright were married on October 6, 1973 in Santa Cruz. The couple moved to Alturas, CA three years ago accompanying his wife's mother, Genevieve Werner. Mr. Crawford had a "dry sense of English humor" and enjoyed solitude, recalls his wife. He enjoyed being at home and reading with the radio on. He is survived by his wife Pamela Crawford of Alturas, CA; nephew Jon Crawford of Roanoke, VA; niece Carol Henderson and husband James of Alamo, CA and their children Jamie, Julie, Katie and Jacquie; and sister-in-law Helen Crawford of San Jose, CA. He was also preceded in death by two brothers and two sisters. A private family service will be held in Scotia. Genevieve Anita Werner Alturas resident Genevieve Anita Werner, 76, passed away from cancer on March 31, 2003 at Plumb Ridge Center, Klamath Falls, OR. Mrs. Werner and her daughter had earned the second place honor in the year 2000 Christmas Lighting contest in Alturas. Born Genevieve Reif on February 5, 1927 in St. Louis, MO, she completed high school in St. Louis. She moved to California in September of 1964. Mrs. Werner retired from her position as production manager with Frito-Lay company in San Jose, after many years there. An avid rock hound and gold prospector, she accompanied her daughter on many outings for their mutual hobbies and also enjoyed attending local craft fairs. She enjoyed being around people. Mrs. Werner was "extremely into crafts" and also had several collections of her favorite items, including angels. "She touched the hearts of all who met her and she had a wonderful smile," described her daughter Pamela Crawford of Alturas. Mrs. Werner moved from San Jose to Alturas where she purchased two homes three years ago. Her daughter and son-in-law were her neighbors and she and her daughter decorated their yards and their side-by-side Alturas homes for the holidays. Mrs. Werner attended Lutheran Church services in Alturas. She is survived by her son Eric Cordell Wright of Pensacola, FL; daughter Pamela Crawford of Alturas, CA; aunt Celeste Brandenburg of St. Louis, MO and numerous cousins who reside in Kansas. A memorial service will be held at First Lutheran Church in Lakeview, OR on Thursday, April 10 at 3:00 p.m Those who wish to may make memorial donations to the American Cancer Society, 3290 Bechelli Lane, Redding, CA 96002. Richard Roy Gaylord Richard R. Gaylord, 41, died March 19, 2003 in Redding, CA. Memorial services will be scheduled at a later date. Mr. Gaylord was born July 26, 1961 in Alturas, CA. to Omar and Patricia (Peterson) Gaylord. He graduated from Big Valley High School, Bieber, CA. in June 1980 and resided in Modoc County until his entry into the U.S. Army in the fall of 1980. He served with the military Police in Germany until his discharge in January 1987. While in Germany he was married to, but since divorced from, Diane (Wilkin). They had no children. He returned to Big Valley for a short period of time, returning to Germany in 1989, to work with the Department of Defense and private contractors until 1995. Upon returning to the states, Richard held many different jobs, mainly in the construction industry, working from Seattle, WA. to San Diego, CA. He was a member of Construction and General Laborers, Local No. 185 of Redding. Survivors include his parents Omar and Patricia Gaylord, brother Bill Gaylord and sister and brother-in-law Victoria and Bradley Jeppson, all of Adin; sister and brother-in-law Laurette and Kent Van Tassel of Dietrich, ID.; nieces and nephews Colton Jeppson of Reno, NV., Diedra Jeppson of Adin, Quincy and Lacey Menning of ID., and Christopher, William and Robert Gaylord all of Adin. He was preceded in death by both maternal and paternal grandparents. McDonald's Chapel of Burney, California is in charge of cremation. Memorial donations may be made to the charity of the donor's choice. April 10, 2003 Lisa L. Nelson Lisa L. Nelson, 50 years old, passed away April 3, 2003 of diabetic complications in Roseburg, Oregon. Lisa was born May 16, 1952 in Alturas, CA., to Vernon and Lillian Nelson. Survivors include her parents of Alturas, CA; sister Joan Dean, Chico, CA, sister Jacqui Maus of Sutherlin, OR; brother Jesse Nelson, Redding, CA; brother Gary Nelson, Magalia; sister Linda Nelson, Centralia Wash.; brother Kevin Nelson, Roseburg, OR. Lisa was preceded in death by her brother John Nelson and sister Janet Nelson. Due to Lisa's wishes, no services will be held. Mary Louise Sherer Long-time Canby, CA resident Mary Louise Sherer, 72, passed away at her Canby home on April 4, 2003. She was born Mary McDonald in Bethel, Oklahoma on January 18, 1931. Wife of the late Keith Sherer, she had made Canby her home for the past 63 years, where their four sons Charlie, Jim, Ron and Gary Sherer also reside. Graveside services were held Tuesday at the Alturas Cemetery, with Kerr Mortuary in charge of arrangements. A time of fellowship followed at the Canby Fire Hall. Memorial contributions may be directed to a charity of the donor's choice. The Record will publish a photograph and a complete obituary next week. April 24, 2003 Adrian Holloway Services for former Canby resident, Adrian Holloway, 76, of Yreka were held at 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, April 16 at Girdner Funeral Chapel in Yreka, CA. Mr. Holloway passed away Friday, April 11, 2003 at Sunbridge Rehabilitation Center in Weed, CA Born October 12, 1926 in Groesbeck, Texas, he moved to Yreka in 1963 from Canby, CA where he had been a resident since 1946. In 1945, he entered the Army and was sent with occupational troops to Japan, arriving five days after the surrender. He served his country for one year, five months and was honorably discharged as a sergeant. Mr. Holloway was a planerman for Pine Mountain Lumber Company in Yreka for 23 years. His wife is the former Irene Bowman of Alturas. An avid outdoorsman, he loved to hunt, fish and cut firewood. He especially enjoyed sharing his knowledge with others. He was a member of the Oddfellows Survivors include his wife of 55 years, Irene Holloway, son Casey Holloway of Reno, NV.; daughter Sharon Dodson of Mount Shasta; daughter Lynn Forero of Redding, CA; brother Charlie Holloway and his wife Ruth of Alturas, CA and seven grandchildren, three great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews Memorial contributions can be made to Alzheimer's Foundation, 229 W. Main Street Suite E, Medford, OR., 97501. Girdner Funeral Chapel in Yreka was in charge of arrangements Mary Louise Sherer Mary Louise Sherer, 73, of Canby, CA., lost her life on April 4, 2003 at her home in Canby. Mary was known to many as "Grandma Mary" or just "Grandma." She was born to Clifton and Hazel McDonald on January 20, 1931 in Bethel, Oklahoma and lived the majority of her life in Canby where she raised her family Mary came to Modoc County in the early 1940's, and on December 18, 1954, she married Keith Sherer in Reno, NV. The two of them owned and operated their own business in Canby, known to many, for many years as Sherer's Service Station Mary is survived by her four sons and their families, Charlie, Jim, Ron and Gary Sherer, all of Canby, as well as seven grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren. Also, her brother Bob McDonald of Adin, and many nieces and nephews Mary's passions were her family first and foremost. She was a very dedicated mother and grandmother. She enjoyed league bowling for years, working in her yard, baking sweet things that you'd always find on her kitchen counter, and basically herding kids. They didn't have to be her own either During the latter years that she had with her husband Keith, and after the two of them figured out that their business could run without them being there for a weekend, they spent many weekends camping and fishing, and of course, again...herding kids. The two of them actually took time away from their business to enjoy vacations, which would mostly amount to traveling to a lake or reservoir, camping and fishing. You would never find Mary and her husband Keith camping anywhere, without a bunch of kids. Not only did she enjoy spending time with her children/grandchildren, but they truly enjoyed spending time with her as well. Keith passed away in May of 1995 Her family will no doubt miss her for she was a secure figure in her family that they all looked up to, and respected. They will cherish each and every memory that she left them with, and hold them near and dear to their hearts Mary's services were held graveside at the Alturas Cemetery on April 8. Nick Contaxis conducted the service and it was officiated by her nephew Doug McDonald of Susanville, who did a "magnificent job." Emma Sarah Foshee Emma Sarah Foshee passed away peacefully on April 11, 2003 at Warnerview Convalescent Home, in Alturas, CA Graveside services were held April 16, 2003 at Alturas Cemetery at 10 a.m. Dewey Potter of Church of Christ in Alturas, officiated Emma was born on September 14, 1907 in Umpire, Arkansas to John Lewis Cook and Annie Schoolfield Cook. She was the sixth of eight children. Her family later moved to Wickes, Arkansas where she received her education On August 25, 1931 she married Kelcy Foshee. They had one daughter, Faye In 1942, the family moved to Adin and then to Canby, CA While in Canby, Emma worked at the Loveness Cookhouse and when it closed down she worked in a local restaurant and later sold Avon After the loss of her husband on April 1, 1962 she moved to Orland to care for Ida Loveness. At Mrs. Loveness' death, she went to work for the DuchŽ Nut Company, Orland After an injury at the nut company, she moved back to Alturas and became a caregiver for Etta Conlan At Mrs. Conlan's death, she bought a mobile home and moved near Bend, Oregon to be closer to her daughter. After about 10 months, she decided she liked Alturas better and returned home to the same apartment she had previously lived in She then went to work for the Senior Citizens "Green Thumb.". Emma was a hard worker all her life. Her happiest moments were when she was working and doing for others and she did a lot of that She is survived by her daughter, Faye Every and son-in-law, Ross of Ontario, OR; grandson Charlie Every and wife Wendie; great-grandsons Jeff and wife Kristy and Cody, all of Redmond, OR; nephews "Bunk" Richardson, "P-Nut" Richardson and nieces Bonell Taylor all of Alturas, Jean Smallwood, Yreka, Dee McCormick, Ohio and numerous nieces in Arkansas She was preceded in death by her five sisters and two brothers In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate memorials be directed to Warnerview Convalescent Home in Alturas, CA. The family feels the following poem is appropriate. "God saw she was getting tired and a cure was not to be, So he put His arms around her and whispered 'come with me'. With tear-filled eyes, we watched her slowly fade away, Although we loved her deeply, we could not make her stay. A golden heart stopped beating, loving hands were put to rest. God broke our hearts to prove to us, He only takes the best." Damon Wheeler Damon Wheeler, 36, a native of Alturas, passed away unexpectedly in his sleep in Paradise, CA on April 12, 2003. His cause of death is unknown and came as a shock to his family and friends. Services will be held at the Paradise Chapel of the Pines at 1:00 p.m. on Friday, April 18 with a graveside service following at Coutolenc Cemetery. The Chapel is located at 5691 Almond St., Paradise. Church of the Latter-day Saints will conduct the services. Born on March 28, 1967 in Alturas, CA, Damon had many, many friends who loved him. He enjoyed playing the guitar and was in several bands over the years. He was a Nascar fan and loved fishing with his father and friends. Damon was employed in the auto repair business at Sierra Collision in Johnstonville and had worked at creating several trophy winning classic cars and trucks with owner Albert David at the Alturas business "No Short Cuts." Damon relocated to Susanville two years ago, after "No Short Cuts" closed. He is survived by his wife Denise Wheeler and five step-children of Paradise, CA; father Gary Wheeler and step-mother Pat Wheeler of Reno, NV.; mother Louan Walter and step-father Knute Walter of Alturas, CA; daughters Camara, 9, Tamra, 7, and Alicia, 19, of Alturas, CA; brothers Mark, Gary Jr., Bart and wife Sheryl, Frank and wife Lori, and brother Jerry; nieces and nephews, Cameron, Michelle, David, Jon, Sabrina, Nichole, Tyler, Stephanie and Michael; grandmothers Berneice Pratt of Alturas, and Mildred Jackson of Bremerton, WA. He was preceded in death by two brothers, Kurt and Devon. An account has been established at Bank of America in Alturas, 205 North Main St., Alturas, CA 96101 for memorials to assist his young daughters Camara and Tamra Wheeler. Paradise Chapel of the Pines Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Julia Young Alturas resident Julia Young passed away from natural causes at her home on April 11, 2003 at the age of 86 Born to William and Edna Overacker in Coachella, CA. Julia married Alvin Young on Sept. 24, 1934. The Youngs had lived in Modoc County for the past 40 years, where Mrs. Young owned and operated a restaurant and managed the Auction Yard Cafe in the early 1960s. She had been a homemaker for the past 30 years. Mrs. Young loved to do crafts, spend time with her grandchildren and took pleasure in cooking for everyone. She also enjoyed fishing. Mrs. Young was known to both her friends and family as "a very sweet lady." She is survived by her daughter Betty and son-in-law Homer Ward of Alturas; son Steve Young and his wife Saundra of Visalia, CA; son Don Young and wife Beverly of Alturas, CA and daughter Vickie and her husband Dave Smith of Alturas, CA. She had 15 grandchildren, 24 great-grandchildren and nine great-great grandchildren. Her husband Alvin preceded her in death on July 27, 1990. Brother Bill Ward conducted services at Kerr Mortuary Chapel in Alturas on Tuesday, April 15 at 11 a.m. She was laid to rest at Alturas Cemetery. ~~~~~~ Billie C. & Anita 'Jean' Reynolds Family Researcher of "The Last Frontier" Modoc County, California --- Our outgoing mail is checked by ZoneAlarm AntiVirus.

Roma Jean Ropp A memorial service for Roma Jean Ropp, retired Alturas State Preschool Director and wife of Rev. Robert Ropp, will be held at 3:00 p.m. Sunday, March 16 at Congregational Church (UCC) of Chico, First Ave. Reception to follow. A memorial service will also be held at 4 p.m. Saturday, March 29 at the Federated Church in Alturas, CA. A potluck to follow. Mrs. Ropp passed away March 7, 2003 at Enloe Medical Center in Chico, CA. She was 74 and had devoted her life to nurturing and teaching children and was "best at being a mother and grandmother," say family members. She was born on Dec. 10, 1928 in La Plata, Missouri, where she grew up. Christmas was always her favorite holiday. Jean received her Master's Degree in child development from Purdue University and taught child development at the University of Missouri-Columbia. She married Rev. Robert Ropp in 1961. They moved to Saratoga, CA in 1962 and Tulare, CA two years later. From 1968 until 1994, they lived in Alturas where Mrs. Ropp was a much appreciated Teacher/Director of the Alturas State Preschool for 25 years in Alturas, employed by California State Preschool. She was also a great supporter of her husband's work as pastor at the Federated Church of United Congregational Church in Alturas, CA. Mrs. Ropp was a member of American Association of University Women and United Church of Christ. A special honor was given to her by the church "The Pastor's Spouse Emeritus." The Ropps moved to Butte County and Magalia two years ago. Mrs. Ropp liked to quilt, do Scandinavian paper cutting, grow flowers, paint, teach children and counsel with children's parents. She taught Sunday school, liked to collect China and entertain. She is survived by her husband the Rev. Robert Ropp of Magalia; daughter Heather and son-in-law Richard Lund, Walnut Creek; son David and daughter-in-law Tama Ropp of Magalia; grandchildren Natalie, Paige and Ian Lund of Walnut Creek and Aaron Ropp of Magalia. She was preceded in death by her parents, Donald and Virgil Crawford. Inurnment will be private. Sorensen's Mortuaries, Chico-Gridley will be handling arrangements. Memorial donations may be directed to the Federated Church in Alturas or to Blue Lake Youth Camp. Fay A. Teague Fay A. Teague, 73, passed away in Reno, Nevada on March 5, 2003. Born March 24, 1929 in Cedarville, CA, the daughter of Annie and Joel Allen, Fay was reared in Cedarville. A graduate of Surprise Valley High School, she went on to a career as a Budget Analyst for Bureau of Land Management from 1967 until 1989, when she retired. She had worked out of the Susanville BLM office. She married Donald L. Teague in Reno, Nev. on May 11, 1947. Mrs. Teague loved to fish, hunt and do things with her family. She had spent 38 years in Modoc County and 36 years in Susanville. Mrs. Teague is survived by her son Henry Teague of Reno, NV; daughter Kathleen Vanmeter of Susanville, CA; granddaughters Bonnie Schwier, Carrie Stout, Sherrie Betts and Becky Krueger and five great-grandchildren. Her husband Donald preceded her in death in 1981. Services were held at Kerr Mortuary Chapel in Alturas at 9 a.m. on March 10. Burial was at the Alturas Cemetery. Memorials may be directed to the American Cancer Society, 3290 Bechelli Lane, Redding, CA 96002. Jewel E. Green-Beeson Jewel Evelyn Green-Beeson passed away in Alturas on March 5, 2003. Services are pending for a future date with Kerr Mortuary in charge of arrangements. Mrs. Beeson was born in Fort Bidwell, CA on Sept. 27, 1914. Her son, William "Rod" Green and wife Debbie reside in Redding. Virgil Edward Clark Virgil Edward Clark, 82, passed away March 6, 2003 at his home in Holt, Michigan. Born on March 23, 1920 in New Pine Creek, Oregon, the son of Luther and Ella (Cannon) Clark, he was reared in Davis Creek, CA and New Pine Creek and graduated from Modoc Union High School in 1938 in Alturas, CA. A veteran of the U.S. Army serving during World War II, he was later employed by General Motors for over 30 years in Lansing, Michigan, before retiring in 1978. He was a member of Union Local #652. He was preceded in death by his wife of 56 years, Stephanie M. Clark; one grandchild, three brothers and one sister. He is survived by four daughters, Lorraine and husband Al Grill of Lansing; Ellen Jo and husband Al Snauko of Lansing; Suzanna and husband Norm Gray of Sunfield and Candace Briggs of Mason, Michigan; two sons, Roy and wife Patti Clark of Jackson and Edward and wife Janet Clark of Holt, Michigan; 14 grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren; brother Criss and wife Phyllis Clark of Alturas, CA; and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held Tuesday, March 11 at the Estes-Leadley Holt/Delhi Chapel with the Rev. Fr. Jose Mundadan officiating. Interment followed in Maple Ridge Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made the to American Heart Association. March 20, 2003 Kenneth Carol Cook Long-time Eagleville, CA resident Kenneth Carol Cook passed away in Eagleville on March 14, 2003. Mr. Cook was 88 years old. He was born to Leonard and Edna Perry Cook on June 11, 1914, at what is now the Jack Grove Ranch. At the time, the family lived at Newland, above the Bare Ranch. When Kenneth and his brother Floyd started school, the family moved to Menlo, south of Eagleville, so the boys would be closer to school. Kenneth also attended school in Gerlach and Yerington, NV. His father died when he was nine. When Kenneth was about 14 years old, he came to live and work for his uncle Ernie Cook in Eagleville and spent two years in Surprise Valley High School in Cedarville, at which time the five daughters of Ernie became like sisters to Kenneth. Sometime after high school he went back to Yerington to his mother and brother and stepfather Walter Dunn. For several years he worked in this area as a sheepherder, cowboy, dairyman (deliveries) and with the bees. He was back and forth between Yerington, Gerlach, NV and Eagleville, CA, in his younger years. He returned to live in Eagleville when he was about 21, as he and his brother inherited the Cook Ranch. They tried to farm the ranch, but dry years made it hard. Seven years later, they sold the ranch to Joe Bicondoa. On April 20, 1937, Kenneth married Alleva Coonse in Reno, NV., after going together for over a year. They moved into the house across from the church in Eagleville. At the time, Kenneth was working for his uncle Ernie Cook, but a year later, he went to work for Bud Lewis, driving a school bus to Cedarville. Two years later, Kenneth bought his own bus and drove it, until the school board decided to buy their own bus. Thus, Kenneth sold his bus to the school, and went to work for them. School bus driving was only part-time, so during school hours Kenneth worked for Lewis and Gertie Grove as a mechanic. During World War II, the school board decided each school bus driver (the other being Lewis Vaughn), was to spend three hours per day at school cleaning up and such around the school. Lewis gave Kenneth his three hours per day so Kenneth went to work full-time. He was able to take the students on FFA trips, to sports events, on Senior Sneak Day and took the Surprise Valley high School Band to the East-West game in San Francisco. In 39 years of work for the Surprise Valley schools, Kenneth never took one day off for sickness or injury, retiring in 1977. Kenneth received an award in Sacramento for being a Surprise Valley School District school bus driver who remained accident free throughout all his years on the job. . During his 25 years of retirement, he remained active, hunting and fishing, irrigating his five acres in Eagleville, traveling and helping his son Lynn operate a HaroBed. Mr. Cook was a member of Grange, a church Deacon, volunteer for the Eagleville Fire Department and an honorary FFA member. He was known for his infectious smile and keen wit that has sustained him through good times and bad along with his positive attitude. He was preceded in death by his parents, Leonard and Edna, infant sister Fay, brother Floyd, stepfather Walter Dunn and son Lynn in 1991. He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Alleva of Eagleville; daughter and son-in-law Athena and Billy Flournoy of Likely; four grandchildren: Jeff Cook of Lincoln, CA, Roxann Hagedorn of Montague, CA, Dawne Desimone of Medford, OR and Darra Cook of Ravenel, South Carolina; five great-grandchildren: Nic, Gabrielle, Brittney, Austin and Kara; two nieces, Martha Ohe of Bakersfield and Joan Briggs of Oroville and two nephews, David Coonse of Redding and Eddy Coonse of Carson City, NV. Services were held March 19 at the Eagleville Cemetery. The family requests in lieu of flowers, donations be directed to the Eagleville Community Church, Surprise Valley Hospital or to any other Surprise Valley community organization. Alice Marie Dewey Alice Marie Dewey died at her home in Lakeview, Oregon on Monday, March 17, 2003 at the age of 79 from cancer. Services will be Friday, March 21, at 10:00 a.m. at the Desert Rose Funeral Chapel in Lakeview, Oregon, and at 2:00 p.m. at Kerr Mortuary in Alturas. Rev. Dan St. Clair will officiate. Interment will follow the services at the Alturas Cemetery. Visitation will be Thursday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. in Desert Rose Funeral Chapel. Desert Rose Funeral Chapel of Lakeview is in charge of arrangements. Alice was born to Jean and Anna (Plante) Boulade at Susanville, CA., on March 30, 1923. She grew up in Alturas and graduated from Modoc Union High School in 1941. She married Amos "Ozzie" Dewey on November 8, 1945 in Sacramento. They were later divorced. She retired in 1984 after working 32 years as a telephone operator for Citizens Utilities in Alturas. She later moved to Redding, where she lived for eight years before moving to Lakeview in 1995. She was an accomplished pianist and especially enjoyed playing and listening to the music of the Big Band Era. Baseball brought a lot of excitement and enjoyment to her. She loved playing cards and taking in the garage sales. She loved her grandchildren very much and thoroughly enjoyed being with them. She is survived by sons and daughters-in-law, John and Linda Dewey of Redding and Remy and Cheryl Dewey of Tacoma, WA., daughters and sons-in-laws, Anna and Anthony Vanucci of Fairless Hills, PA., and Darla and Joe Tague of Lakeview; sisters-in-law, Agnes Boulade, Lelia Lynch and Evelyn Dewey; brothers-in-law, Lloyd Dewey and Don Lynch; 11 grandchildren; nine great grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. Memorial contributions may be made to the Lake County Senior Citizens Assn., P.O. Box 871, Lakeview, OR., 97630; Lakeview Disaster Unit, 245 North F Street, Lakeview, OR., 97630; Modoc County Senior Citizens, 906 West 4th Street, Alturas, CA., 96101 or to a charity of the donor's choice. March 27, 2003 Donald Frank Crum McArthur and Pittville area rancher Donald Frank Crum, 86, passed away at his Pittville home on March 21, 2003. Graveside services were conducted by Kerr Mortuary of Alturas on Tuesday, March 25 at 11 a.m. at Pine Grove Cemetery. Mr. Crum was born in Cayton Valley, California on April 28, 1916. He lived his entire life in McArthur as a rancher and was in the meat packing business en he purchased his own ranch in the Pittville area. Mr. Crum was a member of the Redding Elks Lodge, BPOE, the Fall River Trap Club and a life member of the National Rifle Association. His favorite pastime was spending time outdoors whether hunting, fishing or just enjoying what nature had to offer He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Irene; two children, Ted Crum and Helen Park of McArthur; five grandchildren, Floyd and Jeff Parker of McArthur, Heather Spooner of Willows, Greg and Duane Crum of McArthur; nine great-grandchildren Derek, Jacob, Travis Spooner of Willows; Dakota, Wyatt, Dustin and Quincy Crum of McArthur; Benjamin and Maryan Porter of McArthur and his eldest sister Blanch Anders of McCloud. Dr. Don Crum of Alturas is a nephew of the late Mr. Crum. ~~~~~~ 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 – March 6, 2003 Karol Eugene Woodward A memorial service for Karol Eugene Woodward, a long-time business owner, civic leader and community supporter, will be conducted by the Rev. Dr. Ben Zandstra on Saturday, March 8 at 2:00 p.m. at the Federated Church. Mr. Woodward passed away peacefully at his Alturas home with family by his side, on Feb. 25, 2003, due to complications from congestive heart failure and cancer. The son of Phillips Arthur Woodward, known as "P.A." or "Pap" and Lula (Banister) Woodward, Karol was born in Alturas, CA on February 4, 1923. He graduated from Modoc High in 1940. Known to play the trumpet for a popular dance band while he was in high school and for a short time after, the band was called upon to play often and at the Romero Lodge. Karol also loved to play the piano and was the local Elks Lodge organist. He attended Heald's Business College in Sacramento, CA., after high school graduation, then worked for a short time at the Herlong Munitions, before enlisting in the U.S. Navy in December 1942. He served during World War II at the Battle at Leyte Gulf as an Aviation Storekeeper 1st Class on the U.S.S. White Plains carrier. His military service earned him the Victory Medal and Philippines Liberation Star in addition to the Presidential Unit Citation Star and Good Conduct medal. When he received his discharge in February 1946, he returned home and became a partner with his father in Woodward's Grocery on Court Street. Karol and Mary Winset were married on October 5, 1947 and kept the business operating until 1980, when they liquidated the business. After enjoying winters at Granlibaken Ski Resort, Karol was hired as the resort's manager each winter at Granlibaken for 15 years. "He retired three times, but was called back each time to work," recalls Mary. Granlibaken included the resort, conference center and ski hill in Tahoe City. The Woodwards were avid skiers and Karol had been an active member of the Modoc Ski Club from 1947 until recently. A civic leader and community volunteer, he served many organizations. Karol was Mayor of Alturas from 1958 until 1962 and served two terms (8 years) as a Modoc County Supervisor, starting in 1963. He received his 50-year membership plaque in November 1996, from the Alturas Rotary Club, maintaining his membership from 1946 - 2003. He was a life member of the Alturas Elks Lodge 1756 for 41 years; served as an Alturas City Fire Department volunteer from 1946 until 1963, was President of the Modoc County Historical Society and an active supporter and member of Alturas and Modoc Chambers of Commerce throughout the years. He and Mary loved fishing, especially the streams of Modoc's Warner Mountains, hiking the steep canyons, even though his knees were "giving out," (from years of standing on a hard floor as a grocer), recalls his wife. He also loved skiing with his family and ice skating. A respected man and outgoing person with many long-time friends, Karol was honored as a long-time grocer during a Modoc Fair parade in Cedarville. He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Mary Woodward of Alturas; son Philip and wife Dr. Marilyn Wooley of Redding; daughter Anne Marzion and husband Ken of Sacramento; daughter Kathy and husband Dr. Ron R…tt of Sacramento; granddaughter Stephanie Buck of Sacramento and many wonderful nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents and sister Mary Kathleen "Kay" Paulson. Memorials may be made to Cedar Pass Snow Park, HCR1, Box 11311, Alturas, CA 96101, Federated Church, P.O. Box 1708, Alturas, CA or to the American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 428, Likely, CA 96116. Inurnment will be private and at a later date at the Alturas Cemetery. Kerr Mortuary is in charge of arrangements. Roger Wayne Milliron California Pines resident and former Alturas business owner Roger Wayne Milliron passed away on Feb. 27, 2003 at Modoc Medical Center in Alturas, CA due to pneumonia. A memorial service will be held Saturday, March 8 at 11 a.m. at the Alturas Elks Lodge 1756, with a potluck and social time to follow. Born in Jamestown, New York on March 9, 1932, he served in the U.S. Army from 1952 to 1954, in Korea on Pork Chop Hill. He was a sergeant at the time of his discharge. On November 9, 1957, he married Lola Dalbey in Reno, NV. They have shared 45 years of marriage. While living in the City of Orange for many years, the couple owned and operated Western State Drywall and L&M Lathing as commercial contractors. When they moved to Alturas in 1983, they purchased the Bottle Shop on Main Street, Alturas, and adopted the "Border town" sandwiches. They later sold the business and retired. Mr. Milliron was a member of the Modoc County Sheriff's Posse and Alturas Rotary Club. He also served as a Trustee at the Alturas Elks Lodge #1756 for many years, as well as Vice Chairman and as a director for the California Pines Community Services District. He is survived by his wife Lola and five children: ReneŽ Galvez of Beaumont, CA; MarchŽl Watkins of Artesia, CA; Darlene Milliron of Alturas; Diane Schlomer and David Milliron of Reno, NV. He also enjoyed his seven grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the American Heart Association, 1372 Longfellow Ave., Chico, Ca. 95926 or to the American Diabetes Association, California Affiliate, 10445 Old Placerville Rd., Sacramento, CA. 95822. Opal Pearl Russell Cox Opal Pearl Cox, 59, of Alturas, passed away February 27, 2003. She was born in Trinidad, Texas on October 9, 1943, to Samuel Baker Russell and Francis Ella Gragg. Shortly afterward her family moved to Arkansas, where she spent her childhood years, then moved to Delano, California, with her family. In Delano, she met her husband James Mac Arthur Cox. They were married on July 19, 1965, at the Chapel of the Bells in Las Vegas, Clark Co., Nevada. Opal and Jim were close to sharing 38 years of marriage together. The majority of years, Opal and her family lived in Delano and Vallejo, CA. and worked as a maintenance crew. In 1986, they made their home in Alturas, CA. Opal began her career in Special Education as a teacher's Aide in 1987 for Modoc County Office of Education, retiring 13 years later. She enjoyed all the students she had been fortunate to work with during her years on the job. In her youth, Opal ran for the school track team, as well as, played basketball. An active woman, Opal was involved heavily with Special Olympics, where she helped the athletes learn to cross country ski, and helped with many other activities in which they competed. There were many things Opal loved to do including camping, fishing, and making arts and crafts. Lots of people would agree that when it came to telling stories, Opal had a way to draw you in and watch for your reaction in the tale of the story. It was known that Opal had a wonderful sense of humor and loved to joke. She was preceded in death by her son David Wayne Cox; sister, Lillie Alan Russell; brother, Vernon Leroy Russell, Opal is survived by her husband of 37 years, James Cox of Alturas; sisters, Lucile Frances Russell of Alturas, Myrel Russell Lutz of Delano, CA.; brothers, Leon Baker Russell of Hermiston, OR; Sammy Joe Russell of Huntley, Montana; mother-in-law Dora Cox of Sunrise, Arizona; in-laws Daniel Cox and Karrie Cox of Alturas, as well as many nieces and nephews and relatives. Graveside services were held March 5, at 2:30 p.m. at the Alturas Cemetery. Her family gives thanks to the numerous family and friends who attended her services. Opal will be greatly missed by her family and friends. Frank T. Tierney Frank Turrell Tierney, 48, passed away unexpectedly in Redding, CA. on February 26, 2003. He was a resident of Vancouver, WA at the time of his demise. Frank was born to Cyril and Pat Morgan Tierney on January 12, 1955 at Modoc Medical Center, Alturas, CA and was reared in Alturas until 1966, when his family moved to Cottonwood, CA. He served in the U.S. Navy. His father Cyril, preceded him in death in 1980. He is survived by his mother, Pat of Gilchrist, Oregon.; sisters Morgan DeMarr of Burney, CA; Lana Tierney of West Linn, OR. and Valerie Hubbard, Palo Cedro, CA; also nieces and nephews. The Rev. Patrick Henry conducted a service at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Alturas at 2 p.m. on Wednesday, March 5. Interment followed at the Alturas Cemetery. Margie Louise Mansker Margie Louise Mansker, 75, went to be with the Lord and loved ones February, 28, 2003 at approximately 2 p.m. Services will be Friday, March 7, at 9:00 a.m. at Kerr Mortuary in Alturas, CA., followed by graveside service at 10:00 a.m. at Alturas Cemetery. Louise was the mother of six children with 17 grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. She married Doyle J. Mansker in Clovis, New Mexico on January 15, 1954. They retired and lived together in Alturas for 21 years when suddenly on May 22, 2002 Doyle passed away. Louise was born on January 19, 1927 in Paris, Texas. She was orphaned as a toddler and taken in by Mann and Addie Wooten of Lubbock, Texas. She was eventually adopted by Marshall and Annie Henyan (Wooten) of El Cajon, CA., where she grew up with four protective "Big Brothers," Pete, Joe, Willie and Woody Henyan. She attended Sweetwater High School in San Diego and worked as a "Riveter" at Rohr Aircraft during World War II. Louise loved being with friends and family members, cooking for them and sharing her loving down home wit. She loved laughter around her and always made the family laugh. She is survived by son Richard Anderson, and wife Becky of Nuevo, CA.; daughter Sheila Wilson and husband Carlos of Tyler, Texas; daughter Debra Russell and husband Gordon of Alturas, CA.; son Doyle Mansker II and Pia of Garden Grove, CA.; daughter Betsy Mansker of Albany, Oregon, and son Clinton Mansker of Alturas, CA. Margie Louise Mansker and her family would like to thank the wonderful staff at the Modoc Medical Center for the loving care that she was given during her last days. March 13, 2003 Early morning mobilehome fire kills two men A house fire that erupted in the early morning hours March 8 resulted in the death of two men, while two other residents were able to escape. According to Modoc Sheriff Bruce Mix, the fire was reported at 1:23 a.m. at a single-wide mobile home at the intersection of Pencil Road and Chukkar Lane in Modoc Estates. The fire was reported by Ron Schulter, Jr. When the Alturas Rural Fire Department arrived, the trailer house was fully engulfed. The renter of the home, Adam Hermann, and a juvenile female who was staying at the house were outside and told firemen that two other people remained in the structure. ARFD firemen entered the home, wearing breathing apparatus and found Terry Lee Larkin, age 44, and his dog in the front bedroom. He was removed and transported by ambulance to Modoc Medical Center where he was declared dead on arrival. Larkin was not burned but apparently died of smoke inhalation. His dog was also dead. Firemen then found the badly burned body of David Wayne Gonzales, age 53, of Palermo, CA. in the living room area of the home. His remains were removed and he was declared dead at the scene. He had been burned over 100 percent of his body. According to Mix, Hermann said he was awakened by a "loud bang" just after 1 a.m. He got up to see what was happening and saw the living room was engulfed in flames. He yelled for the two men in the other part of the home to get out and then he and the juvenile female exited the east side of the home. They originally thought the other two men had gone out the west door, said Mix. Adding to the tragedy, said Mix, is that Gonzales came to Modoc to pick up up his stepdaughter (the juvenile female who escaped the fire) March 7. He was picking her up so she could visit a family member who was dying of cancer. They were scheduled to leave the morning of March 8. According to Mix, the fire apparently started in the living room, at an electrical heating unit in the structure. It spread quickly and was burning intensely when ARFD arrived. Mary Virginia Bales Alturas resident Mary Virginia Bales went to be with the Lord on March 8, 2003. Mrs. Bales passed away at Mercy Medical Center in Redding, CA. She was 72. Beloved mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, Mrs. Bales had a fun sense of humor and was quick to share a smile. She was currently serving her 12th year as Chaplain for the Disabled American Veterans Auxiliary, Chapter 113 in Alturas. She used her talent for decorating and design throughout her life. She was awarded a State trophy and named top graduate of her class at California Beautician School in Vallejo, CA. She enjoyed working as a beautician for many years in Southern California, until she retired. Mrs. Bales also had a passion for creating beautiful residential interiors and exteriors. Her efforts went into purchasing six homes during her lifetime, which she remodeled and redecorated beautifully before selling. Born Mary Virginia Kelly on May 13, 1930 in Belleville, Illinois, she met her future spouse, Winifred Wilson "Red" Bales, while she was staying in St. Louis, MO. When she was 16, in 1946, they were married in Little Rock, Arkansas and moved west to Southern California where their first son (of five children), was born when she was 19. Her husband of 23 years, passed away on January 21, 1971. In 1987, she moved to Alturas to be closer to her children. She became involved in the women's Auxiliary for Disabled American Veterans (DAVA) Chapter 113 and made many friends in the community. In 1988, she survived a massive heart attack and her testimonies were an inspiration to many people. Lovingly known as "Memas" to her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, she was proud to have five great-grandchildren in the past two years, with three of them born in the past four months. She was proud of her Irish "Kelly" heritage. She enjoyed gardening and grew her own vegetables and canned, much to the delight of her family. She enjoyed singing and worshipping the Lord. She also adored her Pomeranian poodle cross Mitzy. Greatly loved by her family, she will be missed dearly by all who knew her. She is survived by her brother Tom and wife Esther Kelly of Arnold, Ill; brother Jon and wife Fern Kelly of Cahokia, Ill.; son Chester and wife GiGi of Medford, OR; son Mark Bales of Alturas, CA and son Clark Bales and wife Alice, of Alturas; daughter Teresa Bibeau and husband Bill of Alturas, CA; granddaughters Elaine Bales and Tara Sommers, both of Alturas; Mary Seward of St. Joseph, MO; grandsons Daniel Bales of Medford, Brian Massey and Joseph Bibeau, of Alturas; great-grandchildren Wyatt, 2; Haleigh, 1-1/2; Ezekiel, 3-1/2 mos., Dylan, 2 mos. and Noah, 3 weeks. She is also survived by her dear friend and companion of 11 years, Paul Francia of Susanville. She was preceded in death by her mother Maybell and father Earl; sister Etna, brothers James and Bob and son Steven. A private family service was held at graveside this morning at 9 a.m., March 13 at the Alturas Cemetery. Kerr Mortuary was in charge of arrangements. Remembrances may be directed to DAV Auxiliary Chapter 113, P.O. Box 361, Alturas, CA 96101. ~~~~~~ Billie C. & Anita 'Jean' Reynolds Family Researcher of "The Last Frontier" Modoc County, California --- Our outgoing mail is checked by ZoneAlarm AntiVirus.

Please remove me from the list. Thank You Larry -----Original Message----- From: camodoc-bounces@rootsweb.com [mailto:camodoc-bounces@rootsweb.com] On Behalf Of Billie C. & Anita 'Jean' Reynolds Sent: Thursday, September 21, 2006 11:31 AM To: Ca-Modoc Subject: [CAMODOC] MCR Obits Feb 2003 2 of 2 Reinhart 'Ray' Faber Charlet Reinhart 'Ray' Faber Charlet passed away February 9, 2003 after being ill for several months. A military funeral and burial will be held on Friday, Feb. 14 at Phoenix Memorial Park, Phoenix, AZ. He was born July 9, 1916 in Minburn, Iowa, the son of R.E. and Orpha (Faber) Charlet. A graduate of University of California, Davis, Ray was a retired Army Officer and also retired as a communications installer/technician from the Southern Pacific Railroad. He and his family lived in Alturas, CA. before retiring to Arizona in 1980. Survivors include his wife, Pauline Charlet, Sharon and Jim Carpenter, all of Kingman, Arizona; Alan and Mary Charlet or Cuyahoga Falls, OH; Kathie and Bill Hauser of Spotsylvania, VA; eight grandchildren, 15 great-grandchildren and numerous cousins. His sister, Wilma (Charlet) Kent preceded him in death in 1990. Lulu Grivel The Record apologizes to the family of Lulu Grivel, for the omission of a line listing several of her great-granchildren's names in Mrs. Grivel's obituary last week. We have included the missing names along with the listed names as follows. Mrs. Grivel is survived by her great-grandchildren Brady and Eric Grivel, Craig Grivel of Sacramento, Rick Grivel of Phoenix, AZ, Tammy Main of Susanville, Danny Fitch of Alturas, Amanda LaPlante of Redding, Amy and Christy Grivel of Susanville, Shannon and Melissa Dollarhide of Corvallis, OR. February 20, 2003 Deanna Mae Olsen Deanna Mae Olsen, 54, of Alturas, lost her long battle with cancer on February 10, 2003. Thanks to the love of her husband, John, lifelong friend, Pat Gloster and niece, Vera Sphar, she was able to be at home during her last days and allow her family and friends to quietly hold her hand and say good-bye. Deanna was known to many as "Nana or Nana Mae." She was born to Floyd and June Porter on July 19, 1948 and lived the majority of her life in Alturas. Right out of high school, she lived in Susanville for a brief period. She returned to Alturas to work for Bank of America, where she worked the longest part of her adult life. She worked a short time at U.S. Bank and the Modoc Medical Center, which she had to leave due to her illness. During a lapse of employment in 1998, Deanna cared for her ailing father, Floyd. He passed away one day after Deanna's 50th birthday and she always believed he waited until after her party to pass on. When Deanna married John Olsen on November 15, 1975, she acquired many family and friends. Sister-in-law Vera Zeller, spent many hour traveling to Medford with Deanna and they grew to really love one another. She touched everyone's heart with whom she came in contact. Deanna's passions were her family first and foremost, friends, bowling, camping and playing cards. Her family meant everything to her and holidays lit her up like a Christmas tree. "Come early and stay late," was her motto. She loved to camp, even when the weather didn't cooperate. Fun times were had by all and many children experienced the great outdoors at Deanna's favorite place in the Warners, "The Hide Out." Deanna was always up for a game of cards and wanted to play "just one more." She was known as the glue that held the Modoc bowling family together. Over the years, she held many offices, received many awards and was inducted into the A.W.B.A. Hall of Fame and also the Alturas Women's Hall of Fame. This was a real highlight in her life. She was also a delegate to the Oregon State Bowling Association and Oregon 600 club, When Shirley Oxley gave up her battle with cancer, Deanna pledged to continue with the Junior Bowling League, even though she had no children of her own. She loved those kids and they loved and respected her. When she stood tall and put her hands on her hips, they knew she meant business. When the local bowling alley closed, Deanna kept the love of bowling alive. Even during her illness, she planned and attended many out of town bowling trips. She even had high hopes of attending one in the near future. Deanna was able to have a dream vacation to Disneyland in late November with her nephew Lester and family. Although very difficult for her, she had the time of her life. She also babysat her great nieces, Katelyn and Angela to the bitter end, with "tons of help from Uncle John." Deanna will be missed by many friends and family, but especially by her mother, June, husband, John, brother Lester and his wife Chris, nephews and nieces, Lester, Kathy, Katelyn and Angela, Jolie and Don, Jodie, Rene, Rochelle and Wyatt, all of Alturas and her extended Porter and Olsen families. During the week of her passing and service, many of Deanna's family succumbed to the Modoc flu and missed her services. The following poem was written by her niece Jodie, who was sick in bed, and read by her niece, Jolie, at her services on Friday, February 14. The service was conducted by Nick Contaxis at Kerr Mortuary Chapel and officiated by Destry Cambell, who did a "magnificent job." Ode to Nana: " You stood so tall and full of pride, Though we could make you want to hide, We had so much fun wherever we'd go, And when your checkups were clear, How your face would glow! Some of the best times we ever had Were spent with you, "Us" acting quite bad! Your time was too short and it sure isn't fair, There you were...Getting new hair! We wish you were here...We wish you weren't gone, But we sure do promise...To take care of Uncle John. We miss you so much and forget you we can't, For you were one terrific Aunt! We love you." Deanna would have liked any donations to be addressed to the American Cancer Society, North Valley Region (which includes the Modoc Unit), Redding Field Office, 3290 Bechelli Lane, Redding, CA 96002. "Although our beloved Deanna has sprouted her wings and gone on to a healthier and safer place, she will always be thought of and missed. However, our saddest time will be at Christmas, her favorite holiday," share family members. Glen W. Olsen Former Likely and Madeline resident, Glen W. Olsen died January 30, 2003, at the age of 93 in Penryn, CA. Glen was born to James and Anna Olsen in Mayfield, Utah on April 15, 1909. Glen moved to Madeline, CA. in 1910 with his family who were early ranchers in Lassen County. He met his wife while he was serving in the U.S. Army Air Corps (129 AAF) during World War II. They began their married life in Madeline, then moved to Likely where they resided until moving to Klamath River, CA. in 1958. Here, he was a highway foreman and an active member of the Horse Creek Community Church. Mr. Olsen retired in 1978 and enjoyed his retirement years building at the church and working on his small ranch. He lived in Penryn for the last 15 years. He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Dorothy; daughter Cindy (David) Hartmann; grandsons Chris Foster and Aaron Hartmann; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by all eight of his brothers and sisters. A private memorial service will be held at a future date. February 27, 2003 Karol Eugene Woodward Karol Eugene Woodward, a former long-time business owner and active community supporter, passed away peacefully at his Alturas home with family by his side, on Feb. 25, 2003 due to complications from congestive heart failure and cancer. The date for a memorial service is pending and will be held at Federated Church in Alturas. Kerr Mortuary is in charge of arrangements. The Record will publish a complete obituary for Mr.Woodward, next week. Marie Perdue Marie Perdue, 91, passed away January 7, 2003 at Life Care Center of Reno, Nevada, after a very long struggle for her life. Born in Kansas on Sept. 2, 1912 to John and Ella Drown, she moved to Alturas, CA with her family in 1936. Mrs. Perdue was the nurse for Drs. Paul and Philip McKenny. She was co-owner of Perdue's Fountain and Lunch and the Bowling Lanes, which adjoined one another in Alturas. Marie was an avid bowler and was inducted into the A.W.B.A. Hall of Fame in 1978. She was active in numerous community projects while living in Alturas until moving to Reno in 1991. She was preceded in death by her father, John Drown; mother, Ella Drown; and brothers Melvin and Johnny Brown. Surviving are her daughter Margaret Lightner and husband Richard Minor of Reno; grandsons Ralph Kevin Lightner of Lake Havasu, AZ; and John Raymond Lightner of Reno; granddaughter, Rosemarie Olheiser and husband, Eric of Reno; eight great-grandchildren and seven great-great grandchildren; nieces Della Cooley and husband Paul of Alturas, Gertrude Lybarger of Eugene, OR; nephew, John (Jackie) Drown and wife, Doris, of Jackson, TN; and several great nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be held at a later date in Alturas. Edna Olive Kresge Edna Olive Kresge, 84, born in Modoc County and a long-time resident of Adin, passed away Feb. 20, 2003 in Alturas, CA. Pastor Walt Fisher conducted services Wednesday, Feb. 26 at 11 a.m. at the Adin Cemetery. Born at Gouger Neck, Lookout in Modoc County on November 11, 1918 to Oliver and Bassie (Nichols) Gould, Edna graduated from the Adin High School. Almost 19, she married Marcel Kresge in Reno, NV. on September 10, 1937. They made their home on the Kresge homeplace in Adin, where she and her husband were cattle ranchers for 35 years. After they sold the ranch, Edna went to work for the U.S. Forest Service, enjoying the great outdoors again, working as a fire lookout for the Modoc National Forest for 17 years. The majority of those years were spent on the Sugar Hill lookout and she also worked the Happy Camp and Blue Mountain lookouts. Edna and Marcel were close to sharing 50 years of marriage, when he passed away in April of 1987. An active woman, Mrs. Kresge was a member of several organizations including the Big Valley Historical Society, Veterans of Foreign Wars Ladies Auxiliary in Adin; the Adin Chamber of Commerce, Big Valley Garden Club and she had the honor of serving as the Noble Grand Officer with the Rebekah Lodge. A person of multiple talents, she also liked to hunt, fish, garden, do leather work, crochet and cook. In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by two sons, Glenn and Gary. She is survived by her grandchildren Jerry Kresge and wife Carmen of Alturas; Martha Williams and husband Guy of Alturas; Brad Kresge and wife Brenda of Alturas and Natalie Turnbull and husband Jeff of Woodland, CA. Contributions in Mrs. Kresge's memory may be directed to "The Glenn Kresge Memorial Scholarship Fund," care of Plumas Bank, 510 No. Main St., Alturas, CA. 96101. Interment was at the Adin Cemetery. Kerr Mortuary in Alturas was in charge of arrangements. ~~~~~~ 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

Modoc County Record – September 21, 2006 Backpacker's body found in Warners A 50-year-old backpacker, who was on a religious fast in the Warner Mountains, was found dead at her campsite by searchers Sept. 19. According to Modoc Undersheriff Mark Gentry, Jeannie Marie Parsons, age 50, of Red Bluff had last spoken to her family by cell phone Sept. 14 saying she would be coming out of the mountains in a couple of days. They, and family friends, became concerned and reported her missing at 5 p.m. Sept. 18. She had been camping in the Warners after entering at Mill Creek Campground Sept. 4. According to Gentry, Sergeant Vern Seevers led the search effort, starting the evening of September 18 and going full force when daylight hit Sept 19. According to Seevers, Parson's body was discovered by the crew of the California Highway Patrol helicopter Tuesday afternoon. She was apparently lying down at her campsite, near the Summit Trail about 1.3 miles below Eagle Peak. According to Gentry there were no signs of foul play or noticeable injury and the report on the cause of death is pending. Gentry noted that the temperatures in the high country had turned cold over the last week. According to Gentry, family members and friends said she was an experienced outdoors person. She was well known here, having worked on ranches in the Likely area. According to Seevers, about 15 staff people were involved in the search, in addition to a number of cowboys and volunteers from the Likely area. Mable Allen Reed Alturas native Mable Ann (Allen) Reed of Strathmore, CA, passed away in Porterville, CA on September 18, 2006. Born to Elmer "Pete" Allen and Irma (Teague) Allen on September 17, 1949, she moved away from Modoc County in 1985. Even though she was very short in height, her persona was larger than life, describes one of her daughters Johnnie Busch of Alturas. Mrs. Reed preferred to be active outdoors and was never fond of cold winters. "She tried to enjoy things the way they are and had a way of making people love her, even if they didn't want to." Mrs. Reed enjoyed keeping her hands and mind active. She crocheted, enjoyed working jigsaw puzzles, painted ceramics and loved camping and fishing. She also had a soft heart for animals. Over the years, she was employed in various jobs. Her first job was with A&W in Alturas, as a server. She later worked as a maid, as a fruit grader, a label machine operator and for a laundry. She could grow healthy houseplants from ones that were nearly dead. She was also an avid reader. "She was really outspoken, and would say it like she thought it," said her daughter. She married Loyd Reed on February 24, 1990, after being estranged from her previous husbands, including Bill Busch, Mark Robinson, Elsie Conklin. She was preceded in death by her parents and sister Barbara. She is survived by her daughter Johnnie Busch, Alturas, CA; son William Busch; daughter Barbara Busch, Parson, TN; daughter Karen Spears, Ripley, Mississippi; son Keith Reed, Pleasanton, CA; son Duane Choat, Strathmore, CA.; brother Joel Allen in Redding; sister Carol in Washington and among her grandchildren are Myriah Busch and Corby Busch of Alturas. Mrs. Reed's request that no services be held, is being respected by her family. Service for Doris Belle Doris Marie Belle of Alturas passed away September 18, 2006, at Modoc Medical Center, Alturas, CA. A memorial service for Mrs. Belle, is being arranged for Saturday, September 30, time to be announced, at Alturas Church of Christ. Pastor Dewey Potter from the Alturas Church of Christ will officiate at the church located on Warner Street, near Arrowhead Golf Course. Mrs. Belle's obituary will be published in a future Record. Arrangements are through Kerr Mortuary. ~~~~~~ Billie C. & Anita 'Jean' Reynolds Family Researcher of "The Last Frontier" Modoc County, California --- Our outgoing mail is checked by ZoneAlarm AntiVirus.

Reinhart 'Ray' Faber Charlet Reinhart 'Ray' Faber Charlet passed away February 9, 2003 after being ill for several months. A military funeral and burial will be held on Friday, Feb. 14 at Phoenix Memorial Park, Phoenix, AZ. He was born July 9, 1916 in Minburn, Iowa, the son of R.E. and Orpha (Faber) Charlet. A graduate of University of California, Davis, Ray was a retired Army Officer and also retired as a communications installer/technician from the Southern Pacific Railroad. He and his family lived in Alturas, CA. before retiring to Arizona in 1980. Survivors include his wife, Pauline Charlet, Sharon and Jim Carpenter, all of Kingman, Arizona; Alan and Mary Charlet or Cuyahoga Falls, OH; Kathie and Bill Hauser of Spotsylvania, VA; eight grandchildren, 15 great-grandchildren and numerous cousins. His sister, Wilma (Charlet) Kent preceded him in death in 1990. Lulu Grivel The Record apologizes to the family of Lulu Grivel, for the omission of a line listing several of her great-granchildren's names in Mrs. Grivel's obituary last week. We have included the missing names along with the listed names as follows. Mrs. Grivel is survived by her great-grandchildren Brady and Eric Grivel, Craig Grivel of Sacramento, Rick Grivel of Phoenix, AZ, Tammy Main of Susanville, Danny Fitch of Alturas, Amanda LaPlante of Redding, Amy and Christy Grivel of Susanville, Shannon and Melissa Dollarhide of Corvallis, OR. February 20, 2003 Deanna Mae Olsen Deanna Mae Olsen, 54, of Alturas, lost her long battle with cancer on February 10, 2003. Thanks to the love of her husband, John, lifelong friend, Pat Gloster and niece, Vera Sphar, she was able to be at home during her last days and allow her family and friends to quietly hold her hand and say good-bye. Deanna was known to many as "Nana or Nana Mae." She was born to Floyd and June Porter on July 19, 1948 and lived the majority of her life in Alturas. Right out of high school, she lived in Susanville for a brief period. She returned to Alturas to work for Bank of America, where she worked the longest part of her adult life. She worked a short time at U.S. Bank and the Modoc Medical Center, which she had to leave due to her illness. During a lapse of employment in 1998, Deanna cared for her ailing father, Floyd. He passed away one day after Deanna's 50th birthday and she always believed he waited until after her party to pass on. When Deanna married John Olsen on November 15, 1975, she acquired many family and friends. Sister-in-law Vera Zeller, spent many hour traveling to Medford with Deanna and they grew to really love one another. She touched everyone's heart with whom she came in contact. Deanna's passions were her family first and foremost, friends, bowling, camping and playing cards. Her family meant everything to her and holidays lit her up like a Christmas tree. "Come early and stay late," was her motto. She loved to camp, even when the weather didn't cooperate. Fun times were had by all and many children experienced the great outdoors at Deanna's favorite place in the Warners, "The Hide Out." Deanna was always up for a game of cards and wanted to play "just one more." She was known as the glue that held the Modoc bowling family together. Over the years, she held many offices, received many awards and was inducted into the A.W.B.A. Hall of Fame and also the Alturas Women's Hall of Fame. This was a real highlight in her life. She was also a delegate to the Oregon State Bowling Association and Oregon 600 club, When Shirley Oxley gave up her battle with cancer, Deanna pledged to continue with the Junior Bowling League, even though she had no children of her own. She loved those kids and they loved and respected her. When she stood tall and put her hands on her hips, they knew she meant business. When the local bowling alley closed, Deanna kept the love of bowling alive. Even during her illness, she planned and attended many out of town bowling trips. She even had high hopes of attending one in the near future. Deanna was able to have a dream vacation to Disneyland in late November with her nephew Lester and family. Although very difficult for her, she had the time of her life. She also babysat her great nieces, Katelyn and Angela to the bitter end, with "tons of help from Uncle John." Deanna will be missed by many friends and family, but especially by her mother, June, husband, John, brother Lester and his wife Chris, nephews and nieces, Lester, Kathy, Katelyn and Angela, Jolie and Don, Jodie, Rene, Rochelle and Wyatt, all of Alturas and her extended Porter and Olsen families. During the week of her passing and service, many of Deanna's family succumbed to the Modoc flu and missed her services. The following poem was written by her niece Jodie, who was sick in bed, and read by her niece, Jolie, at her services on Friday, February 14. The service was conducted by Nick Contaxis at Kerr Mortuary Chapel and officiated by Destry Cambell, who did a "magnificent job." Ode to Nana: " You stood so tall and full of pride, Though we could make you want to hide, We had so much fun wherever we'd go, And when your checkups were clear, How your face would glow! Some of the best times we ever had Were spent with you, "Us" acting quite bad! Your time was too short and it sure isn't fair, There you were...Getting new hair! We wish you were here...We wish you weren't gone, But we sure do promise...To take care of Uncle John. We miss you so much and forget you we can't, For you were one terrific Aunt! We love you." Deanna would have liked any donations to be addressed to the American Cancer Society, North Valley Region (which includes the Modoc Unit), Redding Field Office, 3290 Bechelli Lane, Redding, CA 96002. "Although our beloved Deanna has sprouted her wings and gone on to a healthier and safer place, she will always be thought of and missed. However, our saddest time will be at Christmas, her favorite holiday," share family members. Glen W. Olsen Former Likely and Madeline resident, Glen W. Olsen died January 30, 2003, at the age of 93 in Penryn, CA. Glen was born to James and Anna Olsen in Mayfield, Utah on April 15, 1909. Glen moved to Madeline, CA. in 1910 with his family who were early ranchers in Lassen County. He met his wife while he was serving in the U.S. Army Air Corps (129 AAF) during World War II. They began their married life in Madeline, then moved to Likely where they resided until moving to Klamath River, CA. in 1958. Here, he was a highway foreman and an active member of the Horse Creek Community Church. Mr. Olsen retired in 1978 and enjoyed his retirement years building at the church and working on his small ranch. He lived in Penryn for the last 15 years. He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Dorothy; daughter Cindy (David) Hartmann; grandsons Chris Foster and Aaron Hartmann; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by all eight of his brothers and sisters. A private memorial service will be held at a future date. February 27, 2003 Karol Eugene Woodward Karol Eugene Woodward, a former long-time business owner and active community supporter, passed away peacefully at his Alturas home with family by his side, on Feb. 25, 2003 due to complications from congestive heart failure and cancer. The date for a memorial service is pending and will be held at Federated Church in Alturas. Kerr Mortuary is in charge of arrangements. The Record will publish a complete obituary for Mr.Woodward, next week. Marie Perdue Marie Perdue, 91, passed away January 7, 2003 at Life Care Center of Reno, Nevada, after a very long struggle for her life. Born in Kansas on Sept. 2, 1912 to John and Ella Drown, she moved to Alturas, CA with her family in 1936. Mrs. Perdue was the nurse for Drs. Paul and Philip McKenny. She was co-owner of Perdue's Fountain and Lunch and the Bowling Lanes, which adjoined one another in Alturas. Marie was an avid bowler and was inducted into the A.W.B.A. Hall of Fame in 1978. She was active in numerous community projects while living in Alturas until moving to Reno in 1991. She was preceded in death by her father, John Drown; mother, Ella Drown; and brothers Melvin and Johnny Brown. Surviving are her daughter Margaret Lightner and husband Richard Minor of Reno; grandsons Ralph Kevin Lightner of Lake Havasu, AZ; and John Raymond Lightner of Reno; granddaughter, Rosemarie Olheiser and husband, Eric of Reno; eight great-grandchildren and seven great-great grandchildren; nieces Della Cooley and husband Paul of Alturas, Gertrude Lybarger of Eugene, OR; nephew, John (Jackie) Drown and wife, Doris, of Jackson, TN; and several great nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be held at a later date in Alturas. Edna Olive Kresge Edna Olive Kresge, 84, born in Modoc County and a long-time resident of Adin, passed away Feb. 20, 2003 in Alturas, CA. Pastor Walt Fisher conducted services Wednesday, Feb. 26 at 11 a.m. at the Adin Cemetery. Born at Gouger Neck, Lookout in Modoc County on November 11, 1918 to Oliver and Bassie (Nichols) Gould, Edna graduated from the Adin High School. Almost 19, she married Marcel Kresge in Reno, NV. on September 10, 1937. They made their home on the Kresge homeplace in Adin, where she and her husband were cattle ranchers for 35 years. After they sold the ranch, Edna went to work for the U.S. Forest Service, enjoying the great outdoors again, working as a fire lookout for the Modoc National Forest for 17 years. The majority of those years were spent on the Sugar Hill lookout and she also worked the Happy Camp and Blue Mountain lookouts. Edna and Marcel were close to sharing 50 years of marriage, when he passed away in April of 1987. An active woman, Mrs. Kresge was a member of several organizations including the Big Valley Historical Society, Veterans of Foreign Wars Ladies Auxiliary in Adin; the Adin Chamber of Commerce, Big Valley Garden Club and she had the honor of serving as the Noble Grand Officer with the Rebekah Lodge. A person of multiple talents, she also liked to hunt, fish, garden, do leather work, crochet and cook. In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by two sons, Glenn and Gary. She is survived by her grandchildren Jerry Kresge and wife Carmen of Alturas; Martha Williams and husband Guy of Alturas; Brad Kresge and wife Brenda of Alturas and Natalie Turnbull and husband Jeff of Woodland, CA. Contributions in Mrs. Kresge's memory may be directed to "The Glenn Kresge Memorial Scholarship Fund," care of Plumas Bank, 510 No. Main St., Alturas, CA. 96101. Interment was at the Adin Cemetery. Kerr Mortuary in Alturas was in charge of arrangements. ~~~~~~ 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 – February 06, 2003 Lulu Grivel Graveside services will be held for Lulu Grivel on Monday, February 10, at 2 p.m. at the Davis Creek Cemetery. Dr. Ben Zandstra of Lake City will conduct the service. Mrs. Grivel of Davis Creek, passed away peacefully on Monday, February 3, 2003 at Warnerview Skilled Nursing Facility in Alturas. She was the first of two girls born on her grandparents' 1891 homestead, located three miles from Davis Creek. Born on March 26, 1904, she would have been 99 next month. Both grandparents, Adam and Melissa Hartlerode came to Davis Creek in covered wagons. Her parents, Ernest and Alice Hartlerode, homesteaded, ranched and worked in sawmills. Lulu was 15 when she met Harry Grivel, who was working on a Likely ranch. Three years later they were married on January 18, 1921 in Klamath Falls, Oregon. Lulu always wanted to live in a big house, so she and her husband bought an old 18-room hotel. She spent the next 15-plus years giving some 60-plus foster children a home. She maintained contact with many of those children. After selling the place to their son Robert, the Grivel's moved to Ukiah, where they lived for some 15 years operating a small "mom and pop" grocery store called Grivel's Cash Grocery. The store was located near the high school and lunch time was a busy time. The store was open six days a week. They purchased the place in Davis Creek back from their son and moved back in 1971, a year before Harry died. She was preceded in death by her husband Harry; son Robert, son-in-law Buster Dollarhide, granddaughter Lynette Meiser, and sister Bessie Watson. She is survived by her daughter, Lola Dollarhide of Davis Creek, grandchildren Paul Grivel and Mick Grivel of Alturas, Robert Grivel, Jr. of Susanville and Doug Dollarhide of Davis Creek. Great-grandchildren include Brady and Eric Grivel, Craig Grivel of Sacramento, Rick Grivel of Phoenix, Arizona, Tammy Main of Susanville, Shannon and Melissa Dollarhide of Corvallis, Oregon. She leaves six great-great-grandchildren, her nieces Iola James of Davis Creek and Viola Bailey of Houston, Texas; foster daughters June Brunnemer of Alturas and Pearl Gulbranson of Carson City, Nevada; numerous foster children and many family friends. The family requests donations to their favorite charity in lieu of flowers. Virginia B. Monroe Virginia B. Monroe, age 81, died in Covington, Kentucky Wednesday, January 29, 2003. Virginia was born March 24, 1921 in Fairport, CA to Tom and Bertha Ballard. She grew up on a farm, one mile from the town of New Pine Creek, OR. She attended eight years of grade school under tutorship of Cora Follett and four years of high school with Phil Samples as principal of the two teacher, two room school. She grew up, married and left New Pine Creek in 1939. She lived in Portland, OR. and felt that was where she wanted to live forever. Circumstances prevented this and she and her family moved to Alturas, CA. In 1960, she moved to Sacramento where she worked and retired from McClelland Air Force Base as an industrial radiographer. Virgina was active in the Native Daughters of the Golden West, The Women of the Moose, the Fraternal Order of Eagles and her church. She loved to travel, play cards and dance. These became her favorite pastimes in her retirement and were fondly shared by her dear friend and special love, Harold Ferrell. Survivors include two sons, Tom Gardner of Carson City and Jim Crudele of Eugene; a daughter, Barbara Rathbun of Burlington, Kentucky; nine grandchildren, 12 great grandchildren, her sister Peggy Pauline in Washington and a host of cousins, relatives and friends. Virgina loved life, her friends and dearly loved her family. She adored her children as well as any child who needed a helping hand or a home. She looked forward to "Going Home" every year and for eternity. Contributions in the memory of Mrs. Monroe may be sharing a special memory with your family or the Alzheimer's Association, 1311 NW 21st Ave. Portland, OR. 97209 or a charity of the donors choice. Funeral Services were held Saturday, February 1, at 11 a.m. at the Ousley Osterman Huffstutter Funeral Chapel. Burial followed in the family plot at the New Pine Creek Cemetery. February 13, 2003 Services for Deanna M. Olsen Deanna Mae Olsen, 54, of Alturas, CA, passed away at her home on February 10, 2003, after a battle with cancer. Funeral services will be held on Friday, Feb. 14 at 10 a.m. at Kerr Mortuary Chapel in Alturas. Interment at Alturas Cemetery will follow the service. Donations in Mrs. Olsen's memory may be directed to the American Cancer Society, North Valley Region (which includes the Modoc Unit), Redding Field Office, 3290 Bechelli Lane, Redding, CA 96002. A full obituary will be printed in next week's Record. Russell Arthur Brown A memorial service for Russell Arthur Brown will be held Friday, Feb. 14 at 11 a.m. at the Cedarville Community Church. The Rev. Dr. Ben Zandstra will officiate. Mr. Brown passed away February 8, 2003 at 8:08 p.m. at the Skilled Nursing Facility in Alturas, CA. He was 83. Born to Arthur Ossie Brown and Mae Taham Brown on September 22, 1919 on the Summit Lake Nevada Indian Reservation, Russell attended school at Fort Bidwell, CA., Stewart Nevada Indian Boarding School and at Sherman Boarding School in Riverside, CA. He was a member of the Summit Lake Nevada Paiute Tribe. Rusty married Ann Huitt of Klamath Falls, OR and they had three daughters, Margaret, now of Portland, OR; Sharon of Oakridge, OR and Carol, who preceded him in death. Mr. Brown was a house painter by trade and painted many homes and buildings in Surprise Valley and the Bay Area. He enjoyed traveling to Summit Lake Nevada Paiute Indian Reservation to hunt and fish and enjoy the outdoor life. "Rusty" also enjoyed spending quality time with his relatives. The oldest of 11 siblings, eight have preceded him in death, including brothers Manual, Osmus, Burke, Edsel and Jim Brown and sisters Alfrieda Brown Brock, Josephine Brown McCloud, and Edith Brown Barlese. He is survived by his youngest brother Arthur Brown and sister-in-law Vicky Brown of Alturas; sister Lorieta Brown Cowan and brother-in-law Reed Cowan of Lafayette and numerous nephews, nieces and grand-children. David Walter Reid Alturas native David Walter Reid, 61, passed away February 5, 2003. He was born in Alturas, California, on August 1, 1941 at the Modoc Medical Center to Jim and Hazel Reid. While growing up, he attended Alturas Elementary School and Modoc Union High School. He was happiest camping, hunting, fishing or spending his hours in some other outdoor activity. Dave loved Modoc County with all his heart and he valued his family and friends above all else. For a time after finishing school, Dave worked for his father in his construction business. Then, he moved to Sacramento where he attended American River Junior College for several years, participating in classes and training activities for the deaf and physically disabled. Dave spent his last years in Stockton, California, where he passed away on February 5, 2003. His body was cremated and he will be interred in the Alturas Cemetery at a later date. No services will be held for David, but his family, parents Jim and Hazel of Chico and his sister Dorothy also of Chico, suggest that those who knew him spend some time enjoying the gifts of Modoc's outdoors in remembrance of him. Contributions in David's memory may be made to a charity benefiting Modoc youth or a charity of the donor's choice in care of Newton-Bracewell Chico Funeral Home, 680 Camellia Way, Chico, CA. 95926. Deema Ann Murphy Deema Ann Murphy of Lookout, CA was always there for anyone who needed her help. She was an upbeat person who could brighten anyone's day and she always put others' needs first. Mrs. Murphy, 51, passed away in Lookout on February 3, 2003. Family and friends will have a small private gathering at the Murphy home. Born Deema Ann Bradley on March 3, 1951 in San Fernando, CA., she graduated from high school in Yucaipa, CA. Deema and Stephen Michael Murphy were married in Redlands, CA on March 15, 1969. A homemaker with many talents, Mrs. Murphy enjoyed making jewelry and herbal soaps and candles. Country crafts and tole painting were also talents she cultivated along with cooking, gardening and knitting. Even though she and her husband had to move away for work for a short while, her heart was always in Lookout. The Murphys were grateful when the opportunity came to move back. Deema was very happy at her Lookout home and her family believes there could have been no better place for her to have passed on. Her generous nature, love of life and family, skill and creativity in her favorite hobbies and pastimes will be remembered and treasured forever. She will be greatly missed by family, friends and those who were fortunate enough to meet her. She had lived in Modoc County for 20 years. She is survived by her husband Stephen Murphy of Lookout; daughter Crystal and son--in-law Monty Johnson of Clayton, CA; granddughter Emily Rose; son Cavan and daughter-in-law Sarah Murphy of McArthur, CA; granddaughters Isabella Sunshine and Amber Deann, grandson Cody Stephen. Anna Frisch Bitter Private graveside services were held in Fresno for Anna Frisch Bitter, 89. A life-long resident of Fresno, she was born March 30, 1913, and passed away of a sudden illness on January 30, 2003, in Clovis, CA. Anna, the widow of David M. Bitter, is survived by two daughters and their husbands: Beverly and Robert Carstens of Alturas, CA and Barbara and Charles Cate of Fairfax, CA. She was the loving grandmother of four grandchildren and their spouses: Bradley and Melissa Carstens of Mt. View, CA., Sally and James Christie of Walnut Grove, CA., Kenneth and Kari Carstens of Reno, NV., Martin and Rebecca Cate of San Francisco, CA. She is also survived by four great-grandchildren Katharine and Joseph Carstens, Anne and Lauren Christie; one sister, two brothers, many nieces and nephews. A celebration of Mrs. Bitter's life is planned for March 29, 2003, in Fresno. ~~~~~~ Billie C. & Anita 'Jean' Reynolds Family Researcher of "The Last Frontier" Modoc County, California --- Our outgoing mail is checked by ZoneAlarm AntiVirus.

January 16, 2003 Hazel Flournoy Dorris Hazel Flournoy Dorris passed away on January 6, 2003, at Stollwood Convalescent Hospital in Woodland California. Born on September 5, 1909 to the late Arthur and Lutie Flournoy in Likely, CA, she was the fourth of ten children. Her early years were spent on the family ranch in Likely. When the older children reached high school age, the family purchased a home in Alturas. Thereafter, her school terms were spent in Alturas and summers were spent on the ranch in Likely. Scarlet fever, at age 4, resulted in a severe hearing loss. Hazel learned to read lips while sitting on the lap of her teacher, Miss Dorothy Gloster, during recitation periods. She attended Modoc Union High School, excelling in basketball. She graduated with the class of 1927. Hazel was married to Robert P. Dorris on June 2, 1930, in Reno, NV. Together they raised five children. Mr. Dorris preceded her in death in 1955. She remained in Modoc County until 1984, when she moved to Woodland, where she spent the remainder of her life. Easy-going and non-critical, Hazel made many friends, regardless of where she happened to be living. Preceding her in death were her husband, Robert; parents, Arthur and Luthie Flournoy; three brothers, Kenneth Flournoy, John Flournoy, and Harry Flournoy; three sisters Helen Auble, Mabel Mitchell, and Georgie Flournoy; and, grandson, Paul Dorris. Survivors include five children, Robert and wife, Helene, of Woodland; Daniel and wife Heather, of Chico; Deanne Pearson and husband, Joe, of Colusa; Ronald and wife, Rhonda, of Yreka; and, Roger and wife Connie, of Alturas; three brothers, Donald and wife Shirley, Robert and wife Lizette, Warren and wife Beverly, and sister-in-law, Mary Flournoy, all of Likely; eleven grandchildren; ten great-grandchildren; and numerous cousins, nieces and nephews. Private interment beside her husband in the Alturas Cemetery was held on January 10, 2003. Memorial Services for Hazel Dorris will be held on January 25, 2003, at 2:00 p.m. at the Federated Church in Alturas. In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to the Blue Lake Youth Camp, Alturas, CA, or the Federated Church Scholarship Fund, Alturas CA., or to a charity of the donor's choice. Amanda A. Hagge Amanda Auguste Hagge passed away in her sleep at her ranch home outside Alturas, CA on January 14, 2003. Mrs. Hagge was nearing her 82nd birthday and was active and in good health, so her passing came unexpectedly to her friends and family. Funeral services will be conducted by the Rev. Dr. Ben Zandstra at the Federated Church in Alturas on Friday, Jan. 17 at 1:00 p.m. Kerr Mortuary of Alturas is in charge of arrangements. Mrs. Hagge was born in Richert, Germany on February 27, 1921. The Record will publish a complete obituary next week. Barbara June Davis-Shofner Barbara June Davis-Shofner of Alturas passed away January 4, 2003 in Redding, Ca. from complications associated with a stroke. Born Winifred June Handcock Brann on September 5, 1927 in Pekin, IL., she graduated from Pekin Community High School and went on to become a Registered Nurse, a profession in which she worked for several years until a back injury changed her career course. She worked for several years in medical offices and managed an Alturas office supply business after moving to Modoc County 30 years ago. She married Glenn N. Shofner on December 26, 1975 in Reno, Nv. She is survived by her husband Glenn N. Shofner of Alturas; four sons, Gary L. Davis and wife Chris of Canoga Park, CA; Erik K. Braunn and wife Gail of Encino, CA.; Geoffrey M. Davis, Alturas, CA.; Ronald A. Davis and wife Tonya of Alturas and their families and brother Richard Bruder of Pekin, IL. Memorial service will be private with immediate family in attendance. Joseph H. Dillard Adin resident, Joseph Dillard, passed away January 14, 2003, at the age of 85. Graveside services will be held at the Adin Community Cemetery, Adin, CA. on Saturday, January 18 at 2:00 p.m. Mr. Dillard was born January 12, 1918 in Stringtown, Oklahoma. He served with the U.S. Army during World War II from 1942 to 1945. He was retired after 27 years at the Naval Fuel Depot in Pt. Molate, CA. Mr. Dillard and his wife Jane reared their family and lived in Martinez, CA for 24 years, where he was involved in many community organizations. He and Jane retired to Adin, CA, where they enjoyed many happy years on their ranch. Mr. Dillard is survived by his wife of 60 years, Jane, now a resident of Concord; a son Joe and daughter-in-law Sue of Susanville; a son Bill and daughter-in-law Cathy of Fairfield and a daughter Mary Jane and son-in-law Mike Byrne of Burlingame. He is also survived by seven grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. A double memorial service was held January 5, 2003 for Alvina Marget Snoddy-White and Virginia Johnson Williams. The Rev. Dr. Ben Zandstra conducted the service at the Christine and William Compton home in Alturas, as the two women were Mrs. Compton's beloved grandmothers, who both passed away in December. Obituaries follow: Alvina M. Snoddy-White Mrs. White, 92, of Perryville, MO passed away Dec. 29, 2002. Born August 29, 1910 to Carrie and Ceciel Heuer, she was a very hard-working farming child and woman who loved to laugh, tell jokes. Happiness flowed from her to others. She had so much "spunk" her granddaughter Christine Compton of Alturas called her "Spunkie." A member of TOPS for many years, she was known to love her hats and hat pins and was always a lady. She loved church and took good care of her grandson Mark Waynger. She was thrilled in April 2000, when Christine visited for the first time in 30 years and introduced her daughter Brayta. Letters and recipes were shared throughout the years when they were unable to get together. She was also able to see her granddaughter Yvonne Barker of Palmdale in Sept. 2002 after a 42-year lapse and meet her husband Steve for the first time. She was preceded in death by her two husbands, son Rex Snoddy, Jr., daughter Lavita Waynger, a son-in-law, two grandsons, a sister, three brothers and her parents. She is survived by five grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren, six great-great grandchildren and numerous nieces, nephews and in-laws. Virginia Johnson Williams Virginia Johnson Williams, 89, of Hawthorne, CA passed away Dec. 22, 2002 in Hawthorne. Born Aug. 27, 1913, she was the only child of Jeremiah Johnson. She loved church, telling Bible stories and spent 40 years grafting and raising beautiful, unique roses in her backyard. She loved spending quality time with her grand and great-grandchildren and kept a tricycle and red wagon on hand for all young children's visits. She was fond of saying she could live off God, coffee, root beer and ice cream. She was preceded in death by her husband of 69-1/2 years, Earl Williams; daughter Janet Hass of Oregon, a grandson, three sons-in-law and her parents. She is survived by her daughters Mildred Bailey and Earleen Rhor of California, 7 grandchildren, two sons-in-law, 12 great-grandchildren, six great-great grandchildren numerous nieces, nephews and in-laws. January 23, 2003 Amanda A. Boyens-Hagge Modoc rancher Amanda Auguste Boyens-Hagge, 81, passed away at her ranch home outside Alturas, CA. on January 14, 2003. The Rev. Dr. Ben Zandstra conducted services at Federated Church in Alturas on Friday, Jan. 17 at 1 p.m. Born in Richert, Germany on February 27, 1921 to Julius August and Margareta Boyens, she was reared in a small German village on a dairy. She grew up milking cows, hoeing potatoes and sugar fields, and helping with all the other jobs required on a small dairy. Amanda was the oldest of four children; she had three younger brothers, Hans Julius, Karl Heinz, and Paul Gerhart. Her brother Karl Heinz was killed in the war in January, 1944. Her surviving brothers, Hans Julius and Paul, are both dairymen in Germany, and Amanda kept in close contact with them. She traveled back to Germany several times, and last visited her brothers in September, 2001, when she traveled to celebrate her brother Julius' 50th Wedding Anniversary. Amanda had an independent, pioneer spirit. When she heard of a gentleman traveling back to his home country in order to find a German wife to marry and accompany him back to America, at 27 years old, she was ready for the adventure. Even though it meant leaving her family and many friends, without knowing if she would ever see them again, she married William Hagge on January 15, 1949. It was October, 1949 before she would have all her paper work in order to travel to her new home in America, Modoc County. Living on a fairly remote ranch, Amanda met the challenges of getting to know her new husband, learning a new language, learning to drive, and just understanding the traditions of a new town known for "Where the West Still Lives," with determination. She did all of this, and in September, 1950, her first child, John Julius, was born, soon to be followed by William Kenneth in February, 1952. In March 1955, Amanda and Bill were further blessed with a daughter, Erika Christina, and then in October, 1966, Mark Christian's arrival was a surprise blessing. Amanda loved her new country and immersed herself in ranch life. One of her proudest accomplishments was passing her test to become an American citizen. She enjoyed her garden, raising chickens, cooking and canning. She loved to entertain by hosting many dinner parties and enjoyed cooking for the many activities that took place on the ranch. Bill enjoyed hunting and Amanda loved to cook what he hunted. In 1958, Bill built Amanda a beautiful new home on the ranch- -she was especially proud of her modern new ranch house. Her happy days with Bill came to an abrupt end when Bill unexpectedly passed away in October, 1968. At that time, her children were 18, 16, 13 and almost 2. Amanda had to become a full-time rancher and finished raising her children by herself. Through many tough times, Amanda's strong, pioneer spirit, helped her raise her children to become very independent and successful adults, and, along with her oldest sons, John and Willy, kept the Hagge Ranch running. Throughout her life, Amanda had many hobbies including golfing, gardening, cooking and sewing. She was actively involved with many organizations; Modoc County CowBelles, Alturas Garden Club, Book Club and was a member of the Federated Church in Alturas. An avid reader, she kept current on local and world events. She had a great memory, and would amaze her children with her ability to recall events, recipes, birthdates, and anniversaries. She especially enjoyed taking a daily tour of the ranch with her car and would often surprise John and Willy where she was able to get to and where she could get stuck. Amanda continued to stay active in the ranch and would always inquire as to where the cattle were or how the hay crop looked. She often asked, "Shouldn't you irrigate that field again," or "Why don't you bale the hay?" She enjoyed being involved in all the ranch activities. Amanda loved her family and enjoyed all of her grandchildren. After eight grandsons and a long wait, Amanda was especially joyed by the birth of her first granddaughter in 2001. Amanda was an amazingly strong, independent and loving woman. She will be greatly missed by all her family and friends. She is survived by her son John and wife Robin and their sons, Shawn, Kevin, Ryan, Christian and Landin of Alturas; son Willy and wife Nancy and their son Bryce of Alturas; daughter Erika and husband Daryl Bender and their sons Drew and Shane of Chico; son Mark and wife Carrie and their daughter Andrea of Boise, Idaho. She is also survived by family in Germany: brother Hans Julius and wife Anniemarie Boyens and their children, Karl Heinz and Heidrum; brother Paul and wife Annie Boyens and their children Andreas, Christa, Birte and all her nieces and nephews. Those wishing to make memorial donations may do so to the Federated Community Church, 307 East First St., Alturas, CA 96101, or to a charity of their choice. Kerr Mortuary in Alturas was in charge of arrangements. Scott Fitzpatrick Scott Fitzpatrick passed away at his home in Alturas, CA on January 17, 2003. Graveside services will be held at the Alturas Cemetery on Friday, Jan. 24, at 2:00 p.m. He was born July 9, 1946 in Portland, OR, and shortly thereafter his family moved to Alturas. Scott was a graduate of Modoc Union High School Class of 1964. Scott attended Santa Rosa Junior College and Oregon Technical Institute in Klamath Falls, OR. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army during which time he served a tour of duty in Vietnam. Scott then settled in Sacramento, CA and started a 25-year career with A. Teichert & Sons Construction Company. During the 1980s, he touched many young lives coaching youth soccer and baseball. After retiring, he returned to live in Alturas. Scott will be remembered by many for his handle bar mustache, his great sense of humor, and his love of playing practical jokes. He is survived by his two loving sons Keith and Chris and his former wife Charlene of Sacramento; sisters Penny Keeney and Joanne Smith, brother-in-law Chic Keeney of Alturas and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father and mother Delbert and Lillian Fitzpatrick. Remembrances may be made to either the Alturas Elks Lodge 1756 or the Alturas Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 3327. Mary E. Harris Mary Ellen Harris passed away Friday, Jan. 17, 2003, in San Francisco, CA, after a long illness. The Harris family resided in Canby and Alturas, CA, for eight years during late 1970s and early 80s, where they still have friends. Mrs. Harris was a full-time homemaker and mother. She was born Mary Ellen Vanderlinden on February 17, 1942 in Southgate, CA. Her husband Gary preceded her in death on Jan. 11, 1997 as did her granddaughter Jeannette Parkyn. She is survived by her sister Shirley Beebe of Norwalk, CA.; brother David Cummings of Hesperia; sons Dennis Harris of Grand Prairie, Texas and Allen Harris of Cathlamet, WA and daughter Dawna Parkyn of Redding, CA. She is also survived by eight grandchildren and one great-granddaughter. Services will be held at McDonald's Chapel in Redding on Saturday, Jan. 25 at 11 a.m. Memorial contributions may be made to the National Diabetes Association or to the National Kidney Foundation. January 30, 2003 Hazel Mae McDonald Hazel Mae McDonald, 89, of Canby passed away January 28, 2002 at Fall River Mills Hospital, Fall River Mills, CA. Services will be held graveside at the Alturas Cemetery on Saturday, February 1 at 10:00 a.m. The kind and well-liked Mrs. McDonald had made Canby her home since 1940. She was born Hazel Bowen on Nov. 11, 1913 in Bethel, Oklahoma and moved to Canby in 1940, where she continued to make her home until her passing. Mrs. McDonald is survived by her son Robert McDonald of Adin, CA; daughter Mary Louise Sherer of Canby, CA, grandchildren and numerous great-grandchildren............ Kerr Mortuary is in charge of arrangements. N.J. Ford N.J. Ford, World War II veteran and long-time Adin resident, passed away January 20, 2003. He was born in Eaton, Georgia in 1916. He served in the U.S. Army Infantry from 1942 to 1945. Mr. Ford married his late wife Edna, in 1945 and moved to Modoc County in 1945. He worked as a logger throughout the area until he retired. He is survived by his son and daughter-in-law Eric and Dorothy Ford of Adin; daughter and son-in-law Nelda and Joseph Spear of Adin; grandson Samuel Spear, Klamath Falls, Oregon and brother Harley Ford, Yakima, WA; sister Edith Gisler, Modesto, CA; brother Marvin Ford, Needles, CA. and many nieces and nephews. Private family services were held. Interment was at the Adin Cemetery. Percy Watson Taylor Services for Percy Watson Taylor will be held at the Canby Fire Hall on Friday, Jan. 31 at 10:00 a.m. Mr. Taylor passed away of natural causes at his home in Canby, CA on January 26, 2003. He was 72. Born in Adin, CA on May 22, 1930, he attended schools in the Big Valley area and was a veteran of the U.S. Army Reserves, receiving his discharge Feb. 28, 1962. Mr. Taylor worked on ranches and farms in Colusa County in Arbuckle and Williams until he returned to Modoc County. In his free time, he enjoyed fishing, hunting, watching western movies and visiting with his family and friends. He is survived by his son Richard P. Taylor and daughter Doreen A. Taylor Mendoza of Canby, CA; stepchildren Erma Finley of Willows; Rose Jefferson of Sacramento; Delbert Rios, Chico; Harry Crawshaw, Maxwell; Nadine Crawshaw, Willows; 22 grandchildren and numerous nieces, nephews and great-grandchildren. Interment will be at the Kelly Hot Springs Indian Cemetery. Gladys Olive Gentry Former New Pine Creek business owner Gladys Olive Gentry, 82, passed away in Cedarville, CA. on January 21, 2003. Born Gladys Vincent on Feb. 15, 1920 to Violet Delta (McKune) and Oatman Oliver Vincent in New Pine Creek, CA, she graduated from cosmetology college in Redding and married James H. Cooper on June 15, 1938. They moved to New Pine Creek, OR, where they built their home and owned Cooper's Drive-In for 10 years. James passed away in 1961. On April 17, 1964, John Lair Gentry and Gladys were married. Mrs. Gentry owned and operated Glady's Beauty Shop from 1964 until 1990, when she retired and the Gentrys moved to Cedarville. Active within the Cedarville community, Mrs. Gentry was a member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars Ladies Auxiliary 7888, the Cedarville Community Church, was a precinct clerk for the Modoc County Election Board in Cedarville and a supporter of the local Blood Bank drives. She was an avid gardener, enjoyed crocheting and was talented with her knitting machine, creating many baby items, which were popular in her community. She is survived by her husband John Gentry of Cedarville, CA; eldest son Jim Cooper and wife Ginny of Albany, OR; son Richard Cooper and wife Kay of Spokane, WA; daughter Lynne Minto and husband Jerry of Cedarville; three sisters Rose, Geneva and Alice and brother Otis; numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren and nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her sister June and her parents. The Rev. Dr. Ben Zandstra conducted services at the Cedarville Community Church at 9 a.m. on Friday, January 24. Those wishing to do so, may make memorial contributions to the Cedarville Community Church, Cedarville, CA 96104. Kerr Mortuary in Alturas was in charge of arrangements. Interment was at the New Pine Creek Cemetery. ~~~~~~ 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 – January 2, 2003 Richard David Crabill A memorial service for Richard David Crabill, 71, of McArthur, will be held Friday, Jan. 3, 2003 at 11 a.m. at Bieber Memorial Hall, Bieber, CA. Pastor Walt Fisher, Leon Engman, Jeff Bidwell and Reader Bob Shaw will conduct the service. A potluck will follow the service, with the main courses provided. A former Big Valley District teacher, Mr. Crabill passed away of natural causes at his home on December 18, 2002. Born in Norcatur, Kansas on January 7, 1931, He earned his degrees at Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo and was a veteran of the U.S. Army. Mr. Crabill was a teacher of agriculture within Big Valley School District for 32 years, until he retired. In 1979 he moved from Lookout to McArthur. He was active in and honored as a member of the California Agricultural Teachers Association, for which he served as a past President. In 2002, he was inducted into the California Ag Teachers Hall of Fame. Mr. Crabill was a Future Farmers of America Honorary American Farmer and Honorary Chapter Farmer, a member of the California Retired Teachers Association and Lassen Plumas Retired Teachers Association, Cal Poly Alumni Association, Hillside Singers, and a veteran of the U.S. Army, Dog Handler, 34th Infantry Scout Dog Platoon, APO 176 from 1953 to 1955, and served on the Castlemont High School Reunion Committee. Mr. Crabill is survived by his son Brent Crabill of Lodi, CA. and three grandchildren. Memorial contributions may be directed to the California Future Farmers of America Foundation, P.O. Box 1283, Sacramento, CA 95812; Cal Poly Fund, c/o Animal Science Dept., Cal Poly State University, 1 Grand Ave., San Luis Obispo, CA 93407 or to the Christian Science Society, P.O. Box 417, Fall River Mills, CA 96028. Shaun Camron Marrs Funeral services for Shaun Camron Marrs will be held at the Kerr Chapel in Alturas on Friday, Jan. 3 at 10:00 a.m. Interment will be at the Alturas Cemetery. Shaun, 22, died Tuesday, December 24, 2002 at his Klamath Falls, OR. residence. Born on March 11, 1980 at Rapid City, South Dakota Shaun completed Mazama High School in Klamath Falls, OR. and was studying mechanical engineering at the Oregon Institute of Technology, Klamath Falls, OR. He served as a Seabee and was a veteran of the U.S. Navy until his discharge in February 2000 as an E-4. He had also been a steelworker. He is survived by his parents Alice and Gordon Marrs of Alturas, CA; brother Steven Marrs of Klamath Falls, OR.; grandparents Larry and Lorena Fenhaus, uncle Lance Fenhaus of San Jacinto, CA.; aunt Holly Greer of Barstow, CA; uncle and aunt Larry and Peggy Fenhaus, Wenatchee, WA; aunts and uncles Judy and Wayne Schlietting, Oakville, MO; Vicki and James Strong, Wilmington, IL; Cynthia and George Self, Mesa, AZ; Wanda and Bill Tomasek, Peoria, AZ; Starla Black, Sedgewick, KS; Connie Marrs, Laverkin, Utah; Sherri Jensen, Rapid City, S.D.; Larry and Mary Marrs, Montana and numerous cousins and friends. Arrangements by Kerr Mortary of Alturas. January 9, 2003 Hazel Flournoy Dorris Friends and family are invited to attend a service for long-time Modoc resident Hazel Dorris on Saturday, Jan. 25 at the Federated Church in Alturas; time to be announced. Mrs. Dorris, 93, passed away in Woodland, CA. on January 6, 2003. Born Hazel Flournoy in Likely, CA on Sept. 5, 1909, she moved to Woodland in 1984. Service details and a complete obituary will be published in The Record at a later date. Helen C. Munroe Morgan Native Modoc resident Helen Claire Munroe Morgan passed away January 1, 2003 in Sacramento, CA. A resident of West Sacramento for the past 15 years, Mrs. Morgan had continued to keep abreast of life in Modoc County and was 98 at the time of her passing. She was born Helen Claire Munroe in Fort Bidwell, CA. on November 23, 1904 and graduated from Modoc High School in Alturas and Armstrong Business College in Berkeley. She married Harold G. Morgan in Lakeview, OR in 1926 and the two were divorced in 1954. He passed away in 1965. Helen owned Faye's Jewelry in Alturas during the 1950s. She later worked for the U.S. Forest Service when the office occupied the Belli Building in Alturas. She retired from the USFS in 1972. She loved children and animals and enjoyed gardening and being with her family. A member of the Order of Eastern Star, she was a Past Matron of the Alturas Chapter #51, OES; Past President and secretary of Past Matrons and Past Patrons; a past Mother Advisor for Alturas Assembly #53, Order of Rainbow Girls; Past President, Alturas Garden Club and a member of Modoc Side Saddle Club. She was a granddaughter of early (1880s) Fort Bidwell settlers Robert and Metta McConnaughy and Marshall and Martha Munroe. She was pre-deceased by her father Edward Munroe, mother Emma Verling; brother Harold Munroe and nephew Harold E. Munroe. She is survived by her daughter Mary and husband Guy Fender of Sacramento; granddaughters Kathy Turkaly and Joan (Dale) Hansen, niece Debbie (Herman) Munroe Wendell; great-grandchildren Daniel Van Dyke, John Van Dyke, Kyle Hansen and Brooke Hansen and many wonderful friends. The Rev. Dr. Ben Zandstra conducted services Monday, Jan. 6 at 11 a.m. at the Kerr Mortuary Chapel in Alturas. Interment was as the Alturas Cemetery. Pallbearers were Guy Fender, Dale Hansen, Daniel and John Van Dyke, Kyle Hansen and Herman Wendell. Donations in Mrs. Morgan's memory may be directed to the Shriner's Hospital for Children, 2425 Stockton Blvd., Sacramento, CA 95817 or local SPCA. Helen Jane Staub Helen Jane Staub passed away January 5, 2003, at the Skilled Nursing Facility in Alturas, CA, a day shy of her 94th birthday. Pastor Dewey Potter will conduct services at Church of Christ in Alturas on Saturday, Jan. 11 at 12 noon. The Mennonites will provide a vocal music tribute. Born Helen Jane Roff in Ft. Ripley, MN, on January 6, 1909, she was married to Walter Frank Staub in CrowWing County, MN on August 29, 1925. The family moved from Minnesota to California in 1943. They lived at the logging camp at White Horse, CA. while Walter worked for the McCloud River Lumber Co. In 1948, they moved to Bieber and in 1952, Helen and Walter purchased the Standard Oil Plant where they worked together until their retirement. In 1976, they relocated to Alturas to be near their children. In addition to their business, Mrs. Staub was a homemaker, mother, grandmother and great-mother, who enjoyed her home and family and loved to sew, bake and cook. She was a member of the Lookout Grange, and a lifetime Degree of Honor member with Alturas Grange. She was also a member of the Church of Christ. Helen and Walter were married for 58 years, when he passed away Feb. 5, 1983. Mrs. Staub is survived by her son Edward Staub of Alturas, CA; daughter Laura Squires of Alturas; daughter Karen Lentz and son-in-law Benny Lentz of Anderson; 11 grandchildren and 23 great-grandchildren; sisters-in-law Dorothy and Katherine Roff of Burney, CA. She was preceded in death by her husband Walter and daughter Nellie Mathews; sister Valeria Boulanger and brothers Chester and Walter Roff. The family will hold private interment at Hillside Cemetery in Nubieber. Donations in Mrs. Staub's memory may be directed to the Skilled Nursing Facility "Activities Department," care of Modoc Medical Center, McDowell St., Alturas, CA 96101 or to any charity of choice. Betty June Donaldson Baird Former Alturas teacher Betty June Donaldson Baird, 81, of Corvallis, OR. died Nov. 17, 2002 at her home. Born to George and Leta Zenor Donaldson on April 4, 1921 on the Zenor farm near Woolstock, Iowa, she attended Woolstock High school, Eagle Grove Junior College and Drake University, obtaining degrees in music and education. She taught in Woolstock, Kanawha and Clear Lake, Iowa and was an enthusiastic 4-H member and officer in Hamilton and Wright Counties. She participated in many state programs as a vocalist and was awarded a trip to Chicago International competition. She continued 4-H leadership for 40 years in each community in which she lived. She also directed many choirs, sang for hundreds of funerals and weddings and was a regular soloist for several churches. When she moved to California, she taught elementary grades in Alturas, Grenada and Gazelle. The family showed many breeds of livestock in the western half of the U.S. Her specialty was horses and ponies, particularly Arabians. She was a board member with the National Shetland Association and a member of two music sororities and PEO. She is survived by her husband Dr. Charles Allen Baird, Corvallis, OR; daughters Ruth Elizabeth Wurst of Bend, OR, Althea Baird of Klamath Falls, OR; sons Charles Allen Baird, Jr. of Eugene, OR; Ben Lee Baird of North Powder, OR, Andrew Noel Baird of Huntington, OR; seven grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents and a son, William "Bill" Allen Baird. A memorial service will be held in Klamath Falls, Or. on April 5, 2003. Inurnment will be a later date at Cass Township Cemetery, near Webster City, Iowa. 'Tom' Franklin Anderson Thomas "Tom" Franklin Anderson, 68, passed away early on the morning of December 30, 2002 in Alturas, CA. A memorial of his passing will be held Saturday, January 11 at 1:00 p.m. at Cottonwood Community Center, 20634 First Street, Cottonwood, CA. Born on November 20, 1934 in Eagle Butte, South Dakota, he left home at the age of 17 to work cattle at the Diamond A in South Dakota; the start of a life time of his traditional cowboy career. As a young man in the early 1960s, Tom worked for Citizens Utilities in Alturas, CA for a short time, but decided to pursue the cowboy lifestyle and work he loved so much. He followed his heart and worked for many ranches throughout Oregon and California. An excellent cow and horseman, he appreciated and loved a beautiful horse and was known for having the best dogs, he trained himself. Ranch work characterized his life and he loved it. He also loved to laugh and joke and was an affable person. He spent his summers in Lakeview, OR. and winters in Cottonwood, CA. Mr. Anderson is survived by his two sons, Les Anderson and wife Cara of Anderson, CA; Darin Anderson and wife Bobbie of Red Bluff; daughter Tammy Strachanowski and husband Kurt of Red Bluff; five grandchildren: Les' children Aaron and Christopher; Darin's daughter Jessica; Tammy's children Jayd and Jazmin; sisters Virginia Martin and husband Dub of Susanville; Mary Johnston and husband Blackie of Hills, MN; Alice Beauchamp and husband Leon of Falls City, OR; Eva Ward of Beaverton, OR; April Ayela of Florida; Katheryn Carey and husband Larry of Redmond, OR; Lexie Baughman of Redmond, OR; Hope Culp and husband Scott of Monmouth, OR; brothers Cal Anderson and wife Sandy of Newell, S.D.; Jack Anderson and wife Debbie of Alturas, CA; sisters-in-law Joann Anderson of Susanville and Michelle Anderson of Alturas. He was preceded in death by his parents Gladys and Virgil Anderson, brothers Bill Anderson, Guy Anderson, nephews Tommy Anderson and David Beauchamp. Anyone who ever knew him will be sorrowed by his passing. He leaves behind many friends and loved ones. Donations will help defray the cost of services and may be sent care of Les Anderson, 5345 Pine Street, Anderson, CA 96007. Kerr Mortuary is handling service arrangements. Phyllis Elizabeth Knapp Phyllis Elizabeth Knapp, a California Pines resident for the past 20 years, passed away of natural causes on January 7, 2003 in Alturas, CA. Born Phyllis Fernandez in San Francisco, CA. on August 10, 1922, she graduated from parochial schools in San Francisco. She was married to Jess Valencia for 27 years and the couple had three children. Jess passed away in December of 1972. For many years Phyllis was the postmistress in Redwood Estates located in the Santa Cruz Mountains. When she retired, she relocated to San Jose, CA where she met Manuel Knapp. The two were married November 9, 1982 in Reno, NV. and moved to California Pines to start their new life and home together. Mrs. Knapp enjoyed lending a hand wherever help was needed and often for the Cal Pines Bingo games. She enjoyed time with her family and friends. The Knapps enjoyed working on their home, which their children affectionately called "Knapp Land," and the Knapps enjoyed fun outings to Reno. Manuel preceded Phyllis in death on January 11, 2001. Mrs. Knapp is survived by daughters Donna Davis, Alturas, CA; Lynn Bennett and husband Colin, Shasta Lake, CA; step-daughter Doris DeNoon, Cameron Park; son Robert Valencia and wife Sandy, Las Vegas, NV; step-sons Roy Knapp, Bill Knapp and wife Jan; her dear best friend Mary Rojas and her numerous bingo buddies of California Pines; grandchildren: Tracy Boyer, Scott Haney Bennett and wife Lisa of Alturas, Tina Aldama, Stockton, Guy Bennett and wife Laura, Livermore, Mary Martin and husband James, Alturas, Debbie Bagwell and husband Todd, Alturas; Steven Valencia, Michael Valencia and wife MaryAnn, Lorretta Kim and husband Yong, Ray DeNoon, Jr. and wife Jeri, Leslie Fisher and husband Brian, Lisa DeNoon, Curtis Zwart and Gregory Zwart and wife Amanda and 21 great-grandchildren. Her grandson Edward Boyer also preceded her in death. The Rev. Patrick Henry will hold services at Sacred Heart Catholic Church on Saturday, Jan. 11 in Alturas. Please call Kerr Mortuary in Alturas (530) 233-5797 for the time of service. Interment will be at the Alturas, CA Cemetery. Rose Lea E. Nelson Lifelong Modoc resident, Rose Lea E. Nelson, 72, builder and owner of Nelson's Frosty in Adin for over 22 years, passed away at her home on January 3, 2003. Pastor Walt Fisher conducted services at graveside at the Adin Cemetery on Monday, Jan. 6. Rose Lea Gordon Swain was born in Alturas, CA. on July 1, 1930. She graduated from Adin High School. and married Glenn Nelson in Reno, NV. on Feb. 25 sharing a marriage of 53 years at the time of her passing. A homemaker, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, she was devoted to her family. She was also an avid rubber stamp hobbyist, enjoyed painting and spending time with her many friends. She was a member of the First Baptist Church of Adin and an active member of the Adin Chamber of Commerce. She is survived by her husband Glenn of Adin; daughter Susan Cull and husband Perry; son Alan Nelson and wife Kathie, Adin; daughter Kristine Dodgen and husband Bryon of Adin; father Roy Swain of Adin; eight grandchildren and one great-grandson. She was preceded in death by her mother Edith Swain and brother Bill Gordon. Donations in her memory may be directed to the Adin Ambulance. ~~~~~~ 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 5, 2002 Richard Eugene Smith Alturas resident Richard Eugene Smith, 89, died of natural causes on November 24, 2002 at Modoc Medical Center, Alturas, CA. Gene spent his entire life in Modoc County. Mr. Smith was born on September 20, 1913 at Buck Creek Station on Fandango Pass and graduated from Modoc High School in Alturas. He married Betsy Irene Benner in Reno, NV on June 19, 1937. They had one son Roland. Gene was a stubborn, hard working man who worked through the Great Depression and survived a chilling bout with cancer in later years. He was a hunter and fisherman who was able to tell many stories of his exploits and of his adventures in the woods and on the streams. His grandson remembers him most for deer and chuckar hunting, their yearly motorcycle trips, camping and fishing and his ability to communicate with dogs. Gene was a lifetime member of the Alturas Elks Lodge B.P.O.E. 1756 and was very proud of that. He was teasing and had a great sense of humor. He touched everyone with his stories. He always said, "At my funeral don't cry, just smile and say old grandpa lived a good life." Mr. Smith was preceded in death by his wife Irene in 1995. He is survived by his son Roland Smith of Alturas, grandson Robert Smith, and his two great-grandchildren, Alexandria and Elliott Smith of Maui, Hawaii. Memorial Services were held at the Alturas Elks Lodge on Friday, November 29, 2002. Georgia Genevieve Stanley A life-long resident of Surprise Valley, Georgia Genevieve Stanley, 94, passed away of natural causes at her home Saturday, November 23, 2002, with her grandchildren in attendance. Georgia,"Goppy," as she was known to her grandchildren, was born in New Pine Creek, Oregon, September 27, 1908 to Mildred G and John Urban Gentry. She was the eldest of three children. Georgia attended school in New Pine Creek, Santa Rosa, and Cedarville. She married Earl Heath Stanley on December 27, 1926. They had one child, Donna Fae. Mrs. Stanley was a 50-plus year member of the Order of Eastern Star and completed all the chairs. She was employed by the U.S. Post Office in Cedarville for 32 years. Mrs. Stanley's love of life was her family and grandchildren. When not working, her spare time was spent sewing for her grandchildren. She designed and created each of her granddaughters' wedding gowns. Georgia loved the mountains and the outdoors. She and her family spent countless hours picnicking and camping in the Warner Mountains. She is survived by two brothers Lair Gentry of Cedarville and Layton Gentry of New Pine Creek, OR; four grandchildren: Rick Stevenson of Cedarville, Wes and Dige Cook of Cedarville, Sammy and Tom Picotte of Eagleville, Gae and Carl Quigley of Meridian, ID; one great-granddaughter Stacy Cook of Chico, CA.; two nieces Karen Gentry of Lakeview OR. and Lynne Minto of Cedarville. She was preceded in death by her husband Heath Stanley and daughter Donna Stevenson. Graveside services and interment were held Tuesday, November 26 at 10:00 a.m. at the Cedarville Cemetery. The Rev. Dr. Ben Zandstra officiated the service. Memorial donations may be made to the Cedarville Fire Department or to the Cedarville Community Church. Donald S. 'Don' Logan Donald S. 'Don' Logan, age 78, died Thursday, November 28, 2002, at the Lake District Long Term Care Facility in Lakeview, OR. Mr. Logan was born April 17, 1924 in Lohrville, Iowa to Stanley S. and Mildred Ruth VanWegan. Don was raised in Sunnyvale, CA. and attended schools in San Jose. He graduated from San Jose State with a degree in Industrial Engineering. He served in the US Navy in the South Pacific on a P.T. Tender. Don was honorably discharged from the Navy in 1945. Don had been very active in politics, serving as mayor of Sunnyvale three different times. He was mayor 1967-1968, 1970-1971 and 1976-1977. He had been employed by Westinghouse as an Industrial Engineer for 43 years, prior to his retirement in 1982. Don enjoyed hunting geese and ducks and enjoyed fishing. He also enjoyed Mexico. He was a member of the Masonic Lodge, Lakeview Elk's Lodge and the Sunnyvale Athletic Social Club. He was also a very big fan of George W. Bush. He loved his car GINGER. He was married to Janet Gillis on September 23, 1995 at Lake Tahoe. Survivors include his wife Janet of Willow Ranch; two daughters, Jane Garee of Keno, OR. and Carol Fargher of Fremont, CA.; grandchildren, Tom Garee of Keno, Michele Gonzalez-Johnson of Arcata, CA. and her husband Matt; Johnathan Mulcock and his wife Susie of Fremont, CA.; stepsons Phillip Gillis of Woodland, CA. and Ray Roberts of Cottonwood; great grandsons, Hank Garee of Keno and John Rogers of Arcata; sisters, Jean Anderson and her husband John of San Jose and Dale Pratt of Kertistown, Hawaii; Mother-in-law Helen Wachter of Woodland and a brother-in-law Alan Wachter of Napa; along with many nieces and nephews and many wonderful friends. He was preceded in death by his parents. A memorial gathering will be held at the Logan home at Willow Ranch Sunday, December 8, 2002, at 2 p.m. and a second gathering will be held in Sunnyvale, Sunday, December 15, at 4 p.m. at 859 Rubis Drive, Sunnyvale. Interment will be private. Contributions in the memory of Mr. Logan may be made to the Lakeview Home Health and Hospice 700 S. J St. Lakeview, OR. 97630 or to a charity of the donors choice. Ousley Osterman Huffstutter Funeral Chapel of Lakeview, OR. has charge of the arrangements. December 12, 2002 Gregory James 'Jimmy' Alves Gregory James "Jimmy" Alves, 60, a prominent Lakeview rancher, died on December 9, 2002 from injuries sustained in a vehicle accident in Lakeview, Oregon. Jimmy was born in San Mateo, CA. on December 13, 1941, to Gregory James and Bernice Silva Alves. He spent the first 27 years of his life farming and ranching on the California Coast in Half Moon Bay. Jimmy married Sue Ellen Smith, of Hayward, CA. in Reno, NV. on July 13, 1963. In 1968, Jimmy and Sue and their two sons, Donald and Randy moved to Lakeview, OR. to establish their own family ranch. After five years, a son Rodney was born. Jimmy was a respected and well-loved rancher. He was a man who loved his family and friends, his horses and cattle, his dogs and his ranching way of life. The Alves' ranch was the spot for fellow ranchers to gather for team roping, friendship, barbecues, and good times. Jimmy and Sue have sponsored many series of roping over the years. They have hosted five annual link and loop competitions. Jimmy enjoyed competing in U.S. team roping events for many years. Besides roping, Jimmy loved a good game of Piedro with his sons and friends. Jimmy served as Lake County Jr. Rodeo president and Lake County round-up president in 1997. He served his community and fellow ranchers in many kind hearted ways. Jimmy's beloved grandchildren have wonderful memories of their "Papa Jimmy"...He taught them all to ride horses and rope. They loved it when they got to help gather cows, fix fences, or irrigate. They were his very best roping "partners." Jimmy lived a full and happy life and lived every day as he wanted. There are so many that have been honored to call him a friend. Jimmy is survived by his wife, Sue Alves of Lakeview; sons and daughter in-laws: Donald and Nicki Alves, Rod and Carley Alves of Lakeview, Randy and Denise Alves of Klamath Falls, grandchildren; Jason Alves of U.S.N. Fresno, CA., Josh Alves of Lakeview, Britney and Jared Alves of Klamath Falls and Tyler and Tanner of Fernlund of Lakeview. Mother Bernice Silva Alves of Half Moon Bay, CA., brothers; Tony Alves and wife Kathie of Alturas, CA. and Bobby Alves and wife Sue of Alfalfa, OR., and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews. Jimmy was preceded in death by his father, Gregory James Alves. Services will be held on December 13, 2002 at 10:00 a.m. at St. Patrick's Catholic Church, Lakeview, OR. Interment will follow at Westside Cemetery in Lakeview. A celebration of life will be held at the Lake County Fairgrounds following the Cemetery Service. Contributions in the memory of Jimmy Alves may be made to: Ronald McDonald House, 1700 N.E. Purcell, Bend, OR. 97701, or Lake County Jr. Rodeo, P.O. Box 1062, Lakeview, OR. 97630, or to your favorite charity. Ousley, Osterman, Huffstutter Funeral Chapel in charge of arrangements. Jerry Dean Winters Former Alturas resident and Modoc High graduate Jerry Dean Winters, age 36, passed away December 5, 2002 in Fresno, California. A memorial service was held at Christian Life Assembly Church in Fresno on Wednesday, Dec. 11 at 2 p.m. Mr. Winters was born in Redding, California on August 27, 1966 and moved to Alturas, CA in 1967. He graduated from Modoc High in 1984 and was employed as a sale representative with E.F.C.O. Systems for concrete construction out of Fresno. He is survived by his wife Jodie and two daughters Jori, age 9, and Jordyn, age 6; his father Bob Winters of Alturas; mother Beverly Winters of Redding, CA; two brothers, Danny Winters of Auburn, CA and Daren Winters of Redding, CA.; sisters Ronda Barrington of Phoenix, Arizona and Robin Rodgers of Redding; two sisters-in-law Susan Winters of Auburn and Deanna Winters of Redding; numerous aunts and uncles and seven nieces and seven nephews. Those who would like to contribute to the Jerry Winters memorial, please contact PLANT-A-TREE care of Turtle Bay, Redding, CA Phone 530-242-3141 for information. December 19, 2002 William Robert Reynolds Former Surprise Valley rancher and business owner William Robert Reynolds of Napa, California died December 17, 2002 at the age of 73. He is survived by his loving wife Arlene, of 53 years, daughters Debbie Bicondoa and grandson Ryan of Lovelock, Nevada and Susan Dixon and grandson Matthew of Newburg, Oregon, son Doug of Glendale, Arizona, sister Betty Arvedi of Napa, and numerous nieces and nephews Bill was born September 5, 1929 in Hubbard, Oregon. In 1970, he moved his family to Surprise Valley to realize his dream of operating his own cattle and hay ranch A man of many talents, interests and accomplishments, Bill never backed away from hard work or life's many challenges. In addition to cattle and hay ranching, he drove truck, owned and operated a ready-mix concrete plant, and built two homes for his family. His interests included team roping, hunting, fishing and watching his grandsons play baseball. Memorial services are scheduled for Sunday, Dec. 22 at 2:00 p.m. at the Richard Pierce Funeral Home, 1660 Silverado Trail, in Napa. Those wishing to make donations may do so to the Parkinson's Disease Foundation, William Black Medical Research Building, Columbia Presbyterian Medical Center, 650 W. 168th Street, New York, NY 10032-9982 in Bill's memory. Maurice Eugene Wescott Former Modoc County rancher Maurice Eugene Wescott entered to rest on December 12, 2002 in Sacramento, CA. Services were held on December 17 at 2:00 p.m. at the Capital Estates Clubhouse, Sacramento Mr. Wescott was born September 3, 1920 in Fresno, CA. He was preceded in death by his parents, Marion and Nina Wescott. Mr. Wescott was in the first graduating class at C.K. McClatchy High School in Sacramento in 1938. He was also a member of the US Navy from July 1942 to October 1945. He was an active member of the West Sacramento Moose Lodge, 1762. After 25 years of ranching in Modoc County, Maurice returned to Sacramento where he met and married Beverly. His life was fulfilled visiting with all of his family and many friends. He also enjoyed hunting, camping and fishing. He will be missed daily. He is survived by his beloved wife Beverly J. Wescott of 32 years, father of Mark (Linda), Maure (Larry), Trudee, Sharon (Chris) and Roger (Rhonda), grandpa to 14 wonderful grandchildren and 22 great-grandchildren. He is also survived by his three sisters, Betty, Bessie (Bob) and Ruth (Ted). In lieu of flowers, please send donations to Kaiser South Hospice or the Cancer Society. December 26, 2002 Mary D. Welch Alturas resident Mary D. Welch passed away December 20, 2002 at Modoc Medical Center, Alturas, CA. Services will be held Friday, December 27 in Ft. Bragg, CA. Born Mary W. Davis on November 29, 1920 in Libertyville, Iowa, she graduated with her bachelor of arts degree from State University of Iowa in Iowa City, Iowa. For over 30 years she worked as a clinical laboratory technician for the State of California and Biolaboraties at San Bernardino, CA. Mrs. Welch was noted for her Rosarian and Gardenia cultures and was a Bluebird fancier. She and Chuck Welch were married in West Liberty, Iowa on Sept., 1, 1938. A member of Modoc County CattleWomen, she leaves her many family members and friends in Modoc, her home for the past 25 years. Douglas Albert McGarva Former Modoc County resident Doug McGarva of Igo Ono, California, passed away on December 18, 2002 at the age of 70 years. Doug was born to Bob and Mary McGarva on July 3, 1932 in Likely, CA and was reared in Likely. He attended South Fork School in Likely and graduated from Modoc High School in Alturas. He spent his early years working on various ranches in the area. Whether putting up loose hay or breaking colts, ranching always was a part of Mr. McGarva's life. He was a member of the old Likely Roping Club and a past vice-president of the club. He enjoyed roping and participating in rodeos. In 1950, Mr. McGarva won the All Around Cowboy title and three saddles at the annual Likely Rodeo. He left Modoc County a few years after graduating to relocate to Shasta County where he became a logging truck driver until his retirement. Mr. McGarva is survived by his children Richard "Rocky" of Carson City, Nevada; Jim of Salem, OR; Dan of Reno, NV; Beth of Ashville, N.C.; brothers Irvin McGarva, Likely, CA; John McMullan, Lovelock, NV; Kenny McMullan of Reno, NV.; sister Loutie Anne of Chico, CA; first cousin Velma McCrary of Canby, CA; five grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Mr. McGarva was preceded in death by his parents Bob McGarva and Mary McMullan and sister Janice (McGarva) Tarp. At his request, no funeral services will be held and cremation has taken place. A memorial dinner will be held at the Likely Fire Hall in Likely on Saturday, Dec. 28 at 4:00 p.m. ~~~~~~ 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 - November 7, 2002 Paul Nielsen Paul Nielsen, 85, died of natural causes on October 29, 2002, at his home in Alturas, CA. Fr. Patrick Henry conducted a funeral service at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Alturas on Monday, November 4. Dr. Nielsen was born in Aarhus, Denmark on September 3, 1917, to Jens Frederik and Laura Kragh Nielsen. He came to the United States from Denmark as a young boy and graduated from Ann Arbor High School, Ann Arbor, Michigan. At the University of Michigan, he played football on the celebrated team which also included Tom Harmon. After graduating in 1940, he joined the Army. Pearl Harbor was attacked not long after he was discharged and he joined the Navy (1941-1945) immediately and served aboard the USS Guadalcanal among other ships, obtaining the rank of Lieutenant Junior Grade. He married Mary Ellen Carney of Bath, Maine on June 27, 1946. The two were lovers of the west and the wild open spaces and settled in the Colorado Rockies, where Dr. Nielsen began his teaching career. Over the years he taught and coached in Colorado, Washington and Southern California. He obtained his doctorate in Education in 1956 at the University of Southern California, the first in his family to be awarded an advanced degree. He served as Principal at Calexico, and Kingsburg High Schools in California, and as Superintendent at Kingsburg High School, Scandinavian School District in Fresno, California, and South San Francisco Unified School District. He was also Vice President of Fresno City College. Dr. Nielsen had obtained his A.B. degree in political science, two masters degrees and his Doctorate in education. Later, he became a professor of education, teaching courses for the University of Southern California in Japan, South Korea, Germany and the Netherlands. In 1980, he served as Superintendent of Modoc Joint Unified School District, and on retirement became a correspondent for the Herald and News, Klamath Falls, OR. Dr. Nielsen was a dedicated Rotarian (joining in 1952), serving as president of several clubs and as District Governor of District 519 from 1988 to 1989. He was a member of Alturas Rotary Club. He was a devout golfer and a member of Arrowhead Golf Club, Alturas and was a former member of the California Golf Club in South San Francisco. A lifelong lover of travel, he visited every state in the USA as well as Europe, Africa, Australia, the Middle East, the Far East, and South America and at age 80, traveled to India. Dr. Nielsen enjoyed living in Alturas, where he also had many friends. He is survived by his wife, Molly (Mary Ellen) Nielsen of Alturas; daughter, Sigrid Nielsen of Edinburgh, Scotland; son, Erik Nielsen of Menlo Park, CA, and grandson, Paul C. Nielsen of San Francisco, as well as cousins, nieces and nephews in Ann Arbor, Michigan and Denmark, among others. Memorial donations may be made to the American Heart Association, 1372 Longfellow Ave., Chico, Ca. 95926. Gella Ellanora Vick Gella Ellanora Vick, of Eagleville, CA, passed away October 28, 2002 at St. Mary's Hospital in Reno, NV. She was 84. Born Gella Jones on March 31, 1918 in Oklahoma, she married Haskell Vick in Fresno, CA on May 25, 1938. He preceded her in death in 1991. Mrs. Vick lived in Modoc County for 33 years. She was a homemaker and also enjoyed reading, crocheting and praying for people. She was affiliated with the All Nations Church in Cedarville. Mrs. Vick's family describe her as "a very spiritual woman we all enjoyed being around. She was truly a worshipper of God." She is survived by her son Donald Vick and daughter-in-law Marge Vick of Eagleville, CA.; granddaughters, Marjorie Ray of Loyalton, CA; Lori Laxague of Pleasanton, CA.; Amy Rouse and husband Bill of Pleasanton; great-grandchildren: Joe, Jolene, Jacqueline, Claire, Michael, Bethany, Cameron, Alexandria, Tyler, and Kyle. She is also survived by brothers and sisters: Buddie Petrey, Taft, CA; Kenneth Petrey, Redding; Arthur Petrey of Ventura; Vernon Petry, Redding; Clara Gee of Sparks, NV, and Vernie Rylie of Galt. She was preceded in death by several brothers and sisters. Pastors Chrissy and Greg Bicondoa of All Nations Fellowship conducted services at the Eagleville Community Church on Saturday, Nov. 2 at 1:00 p.m. Burial followed at Eagleville Cemetery. November 14, 2002 Wayne Marshall Mason Wayne Marshall Mason, 85, formerly of California Pines, died of natural causes November 1, 2002 in Klamath Falls, Oregon. Services were conducted at Kerr Mortuary in Alturas, CA, on November 5, 2002, by Pastor Dave Nolte of Shasta Way Christian Church in Klamath Falls. Burial services were conducted by combined Veterans organization of Alturas, at the Alturas Cemetery. Wayne Marshall Mason was born March 20, 1917 to Claude Arthur and Estella (Scott) Mason. He lived in Minnesota until moving to Southern California in 1937. He served with the U.S. Army in the Combat Engineers from 1941 to 1943 and honorably discharged. He then worked as a truck driver and heavy equipment operator for the City of Los Angeles for the next 30 years, retiring in 1973. He married the former Florence Hunt on December 5, 1941 in Los Angeles and they enjoyed 53 years of marriage before her death in 1994. Mr. Mason was a life member of the Sunnyside Lodge 577 Free and Accepted Masons of Torrance, California. For 12 years he was Associate Guardian of Bethels 30 and 245 in Los Angeles. Following his retirement from the City, he and Florence moved to Cal Pines near Alturas. There they were active in the American Legion, Clifford Harter Post 163 and the Disabled American Veterans. Mr. Mason was a life-time member of the Christian Church and was a member of the Shasta Way Christian Church in Klamath Falls at the time of his death. He was a mechanic, carpenter and builder by trade and enjoyed model railroads and collecting tools of various types. He enjoyed family gatherings and getting together with friends. He is survived by his daughters, Sharon Wieser, Klamath Falls, OR, and Kathleen Mason, Redding, CA. Four grandchildren, Larry Floyd, Wendy DiSario, both of Alturas, Erik Wieser, Klamath Falls, and Samantha Bagula of Redding; Four great-granddaughters, Kristina, Jordan, and Tiela of Alturas and Jennifer of Redding. One aunt, Lula Knowles of Missouri and various cousins also survive. The family requests donations to the charity of the donor's choice. Melvin D. Myers Melvin Dunbar Myers was born in Fall River Mills on July 23, 1915, second of the six children born to James R. and Edith (Dunbar) Myers, both members of pioneering California families. About 1917 James and Edith moved their family to Rush Creek, north of Adin, where James operated a sawmill. Later they lived in Janesville and Susanville before returning to Big Valley. In 1929 James Myers leased a ranch from Frank Studley, partly so that Melvin and his older brother Norris could expend some of their youthful energies taking care of a cow and doing other chores. James died in 1932 and after graduating from the Adin High School the following year Melvin, with the help of Frank Studley, who helped him with his first cow herd, his great-uncle Ben Waite, and his uncle Ernest Dunbar, became a rancher. In later years he told family members that the farming methods he learned from his Uncle Ernest were old fashioned, and as he matured Melvin devoted much energy to learning the more modern scientific techniques. He was so successful that on at least one occasion his methods of cattle raising were written up for publication in the California Farmer magazine. On December 30, 1946 Melvin married Nettie Lovine Maben, in Willows, CA and to their union were born two children, Lura and Darrel. Melvin and Lovine raised their family in an atmosphere of love and hard work, teaching them to value their extended family and to enjoy simple pleasures. Melvin enjoyed hunting, fishing and all kinds of family outings from picnics in the summer to holiday gatherings in the winter to simply sitting out on the lawn with his wife and children on a summer evening to enjoy a dish of ice cream or slice of melon. He was deeply interested in the history and wildlife of Big Valley and the surrounding areas. He loved children and was blessed with an ability, unusual for an adult, to see things from their perspective. He loved animals, and always had at least one dog running at his heels or riding in the pickup with him, and he dearly loved to hear and to share a unique or funny story. One example of his interest in his community was his donation of the land on which Adin sewer plant was built. Mr. Myers was a man of character, courage and great conviction; a hard worker who enjoyed life and loved his family deeply. With his death on November 7, 2002 at Mayers Memorial Hospital in Fall River Mills, he leaves a void in the heart of lives of his wife Lovine, his children Lura Yowell and Darrel Myers, all of the family ranch south of Adin; his granddaughter Brenda Rodriguez, her husband Rick; and two great-grandchildren, Easton and Elleshya Rodriguez, all of San Jose; his brothers, Delbert Myers of Adin and Ben Myers of Pensacola, Florida; and a host of nephews and nieces. He was preceded in death by his parents, his older brother Norris, and his sisters Delores Myers and Evelyn Coppedge. Services were held on November 9 at Big Valley Missionary Baptist Church, with burial at the Adin cemetery. The family asks that any memorials be sent to a charity of their choice. November 27, 2002 Marilyn Ruth Rhodes Alturas resident Marilyn Ruth Rhodes, 77, died November 15, 2002, of natural causes in Alturas, CA. There will be a fellowship gathering Saturday, November 23, 2002 at the Alturas Elks Lodge at 2:00 p.m. Marilyn was born July 16, 1925, in Boyle Heights, California to Thomas Milton and Cecile Marie (Baker) Bergo. She was reared in Los Angeles, CA and attended Fremont High School. On July 17, 1941 she married Russell K. Brooks and they had two children, Judy Lee and Russell William Brooks. They later divorced. In 1955, she met Donald Lee Rhodes and they were married on December 17, 1955 at Las Vegas, Nev. They made their home in South Gate, CA. In 1958, they had a daughter, Sharilyn Marie. In November of 1973, the family moved to Alturas, CA. where they made their home at California Pines. They operated the Auction Yard Cafe for several years, until retiring. Mrs. Rhodes' love was being with her grandchildren. She also loved to camp, fish and spend time at Blue Lake. She had been a member of the Gardena Emblem club and enjoyed golfing and spending time with friends. She is survived by her husband Donald Rhodes of Alturas; her father Thomas Bergo of Grover Beach, CA; daughter Judy Keeler of Grove Beach, CA; daughter and son-in-law Sharilyn and Terry McLain of Lakeview, OR; brother and sister-in-law Ed and Mary Bergo of Arroyo Grande, CA and their children Ed, Diane and Richard; grandchildren Tammie, Gina, Michael, Patrick, Christopher, Doug, Billy, Zack, Canbria and Travis; and numerous great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her mother Cecile Marie Bergo and her son Russell Williams Brooks. Memorial donations may be made to the: Hugh Currin House, Urhmann Ave., Klamath Falls, OR 97601 or to any charity of the donor's choice. Kate Lawrence Rice Former long-time Alturas resident and rancher Kate Lawrence Rice, 84, year passed away at Mercy Care Center in Mt. Shasta, CA on November 16, 2002. Kate was born on January 15, 1918 in Manilla, Philippine Islands to William and Frances Lawrence. She was raised in San Francisco after her father returned from the Philippines. Kate attended Katherine Burke School and Stanford University. She married Jack Rice in San Francisco in 1940. Kate lived in Scotia for four years, Alturas for 32 years, and Ferndale for 10 years. She then moved to Redding, where she lived until she became ill and moved to Weed, Siskiyou County in 1998 to be with family. Mrs. Rice, a Modoc rancher, raised purebred Suffolk sheep in Alturas and won numerous awards for them and their wool. She was a member of the California Woolgrowers Assoc. and the California Cattlemen's Assoc. Until advanced age, she studied wild flowers and sea life. She was a lifelong student of nature, taking classes and visiting sea shores of the Pacific Ocean. Survivors include two sons, Michael Rice of Weed, Tom Rice of Sparks, Nev., and a daughter, Sally Rice of Chester; nine grandchildren and three great grandchildren. No services are planned. Girdner Funeral Chapel in Yreka, is in charge of arrangements. Dorothy May Lancaster Dorothy May Lancaster, 56, of Alturas passed away on November 19, 2002 at Modoc Medical Center, Alturas, CA. She had undergone four-way by pass surgery and never recovered. Services will be held at the Full Gospel Church, Henderson Street, Alturas on Saturday, Nov. 23. She was born in Marshall, Arkansas, on May 10, 1946. In May of 1967, she met Mervin Lancaster in Santa Rosa, CA. The two have been together for 35 wonderful years and had two children. She is survived by her husband Mervin Lancaster of Alturas; son Ralph Lancaster of Alturas; daughter Shelia Lancaster of Alturas; son Steve Lancaster of Ukiah, CA and daughter Lisa Lancaster of McKinleyville, CA. Mrs. Lancaster has 12 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. She will always be loved and missed by all who knew her. She was preceded in death by her mother Ethel Crawford, brother Billy Scott and son Keith Jones. Kerr Mortuary of Alturas is in charge of arrangements. Service time was pending at press time. November 27, 2002 Georgia Genevieve Stanley Cedarville resident Georgia Genevieve Stanley, 94, passed away at her home on November 23, 2002. Services were held Tuesday, Nov. 26 at 10 a.m. at the Cedarville Cemetery. Dr. Ben Zandstra officiated. Mrs. Stanley was born in New Pine Creek, OR on September 27, 1908. She retired as a mail clerk with the U.S. Postal Service after 32 years. Kerr Mortuary of Alturas was in charge of arrangements. Richard Eugene Smith Alturas resident Richard Eugene Smith, 89, passed away in Alturas on November 24, 2002. A memorial service will be held at the Alturas Elks Lodge 1756 on Friday, Nov. 29 at 11:00 a.m. ~~~~~~ Billie C. & Anita 'Jean' Reynolds Family Researcher of "The Last Frontier" Modoc County, California --- Our outgoing mail is checked by ZoneAlarm AntiVirus.

Billie, will you please contact Oakley Porter at oakporter@earthlink.net. He wants to hear from you and wants these messages. Also, I am having problems with my computer and cant get into my addresses. Oakley also wants Ronald Morgan's email. Can you send it to Oakley? "Billie C. & Anita 'Jean' Reynolds" <r3346@sunset.net> wrote: June 20, 2002 June Lenore Carmichael June Lenore Carmichael, 52, formerly of Big Valley, died June 7, 2002 at her home in Mountain View, CA, after a valiant 2-year battle with breast cancer. Services were held in Mountain View on Sunday, June 9, and graveside services were conducted at the Adin Cemetery on June 14. June was born on June 1, 1950 to Mike and Bunny Carmichael, on the Kramer Ranch in Bieber. She attended grade school in Bieber, before the family moved to the Van Loan Ranch in Likely. After graduating at the top of her class from Modoc High School in 1968, she went on to attend the Computer Programming Institute of Sacramento. She worked in San Diego for several years at a medical center. She then moved to Cupertino, CA where she worked in the educational department for Medical Manager, a computer software company. June fully celebrated her life and was known for her sense of humor, even to the very last. She had a positive attitude and was thankful for every person, place and experience that crossed her path. She will be greatly missed by her family and friends. She is survived by her three daughters, Heather Gardner of Palo Alto, Tamara Perry of Isleton, and Angela Ralph of Mountain View, mother Bunny Hawkins of Adin and sister Conni Dean of Ashland, OR. She also leaves four grandchildren. Donations may be made in June's memory to a charity of your choice. Lillian Blanche Joiner Lillian Blanche Joiner, age 89, passed away in Eureka, California on June 15, 2002. Lillian was born in Oakland, CA on January 25, 1913 and spent her early years in Manteca, CA. In her early teens, her father and mother, Irvin Rudolph Steiger and Elizabeth Christiana (Sherman) Steiger moved the family to Big Valley, in Northeast California. An early memory was assisting her mother as a cook for large hay crews during the summer at the Dixie Valley Ranch. During the school year, Lillian boarded with families in Bieber, CA, and another cherished memory was Charley Gerig teaching her to dance so she'd "fit in" at her new high school. After graduating from Bieber High School, Lillian attended, graduated, and received her Registered Nursing Degree from the Franklin Hospital School of Nursing in Oakland, CA. In 1934, Lillian married her sweetheart, Albert Joiner, and the two of them spent the next 40 years building a model and prosperous ranching operation on the Pit River, north of Lookout. The ranch was sold in 1969, and Albert and Lillian spent the next 25 years traveling to every state in the union, including Alaska and Hawaii, and to Mexico. They drove the Baja trail before a road existed, played in the Pacific and Atlantic Oceans, Sea of Cortez, and most major lakes and rivers in between. Besides her husband and family, Lillian's great love was music and her piano, and her hundreds of books. She celebrated her 68th year in the California State Grange this year. Lillian was preceded in death by her loving husband of 64 years, Albert Joiner, and her brothers, Lloyd Steiger and Melville Steiger. She is survived by her children, Bill Joiner and wife, Barbara, of Lookout, CA; Peggy Crum and husband, Ted, of Little Valley, CA; and John Joiner and wife, Penny, of Eureka, CA. She is also survived by her grandchildren, Dixie and Jim Howard, Craig and Anna Joiner, Jennie Joiner, Greg and Cindy Crum, Duane and Sandra Crum, Joni Joiner, Jason Joiner, and eight great-grandchildren. Friends are invited to attend a graveside service at the Lookout Community Cemetery on Saturday, June 22 at 11:00 a.m. A potluck lunch will follow at the Lookout Fire Hall. Memorial contributions may be made to a charity of choice. Edith Irene Wilson Services for Edith Irene Wilson were held Wednesday, June 19 at 11:00 a.m. at McDonald's Chapel in Redding. Mrs. Wilson, a former resident of Surprise Valley and Shasta Lake City, passed away June 14, 2002 in Redding, CA. She was 87. She was born Edith Slawson on May 10, 1915 in Hiawatha, Kansas. In 1933 she married Norris James Wilson. The couple lived in Colorado, South Dakota, Idaho, Oregon and Cedarville, CA. Mr. Wilson was Superintendent of Surprise Valley Unified School District in Cedarville from 1954 to 1958. The Wilsons moved to Central Valley in 1958, where Mrs. Wilson was employed for the Shasta County School District as Secretary for over 20 years. Mrs. Wilson was a helper and supporter to many. Throughout her life, she contributed to organizations alongside her husband. Some of those organizations included California High School Rodeo, Cedarville Rotary Club, as a member of CSEA, and the Shasta Lake Kiwanis Club. She was also a member of the Methodist Church. When someone needed help cooking, organizing or filling in, she was there to serve. Her family and friends remember her as one who was helpful to all. Mrs. Wilson was preceded in death by her husband in 1995. She is survived by five children: Barbara Brubaker of Shasta Lake City; Jim Wilson of Yreka; Karen McDonald of Alturas; Keith Wilson of McCloud, and Ron Wilson of Cottonwood. She also leaves 17 grandchildren and 23 great-grandchildren. Memorial donations may be directed to a charity of choice. Patricia Rose Stanley Former Alturas resident Patricia Rose Stanley of Paradise, CA, passed away June 17, 2002 in Paradise. Mrs. Stanley and her husband Jim had enjoyed making their home in Alturas for five years, before moving to Paradise in 2000 for her health reasons. She was 71. A memorial service will be held on Wednesday, June 26 at 10:30 a.m. at Kerr Mortuary Chapel in Alturas, CA. A time of fellowship will follow at the Seventh-day Adventist Church, corner of Rine and West Second St., Alturas. Fern Mae Monge Funeral services for Fern Mae Monge, 61, of Artois, CA, were held Friday, June 14 at St. Monica's Catholic Church in Willows, CA; rosary on Thursday, June 13. Fern passed away on Thursday, June 6 in Redding, CA. Fern was born September 26, 1940 in McCracken, Kansas to Herbert and Helen Schuckman, the oldest of four children. After graduation from high school and Brown Mackie Business College, Fern married Delbert Turner in 1959, and they traveled to Alaska to reside. They were blessed with four children. Fern's marriage ended, and she later met and married her life partner, Raymond Monge, in 1983. Monge was reared on the family ranch near Adin. That union brought Ray's two children into her life. Fern and Ray continued to reside in Anchorage, AK until 1986, when they moved to California and owned and managed their trucking business for a number of years. Fern's professional career started in Alaska working for the court system. That career resumed in California in recent years with Glenn County courts in Willows. At interim times throughout her life, Fern had the opportunity to learn and experience the profession of truck driving, both in her own business and for other employers. Fern loved her family, her friends, and life in general, and all that it entailed. She experienced much in her life from skiing snowmachining, skydiving, taking flying lessons, truck driving, motorcycle riding, quad riding, hunting and fishing, to name a few. She loved to participate in as many activities as she could with her family and friends, and enjoyed so much being able to share in experiences with her grandchildren. That was very important to her. Her interests included working in her yard, woodworking, enhancing her computer knowledge, playing bunko, and looking for southwestern art to enhance her home. Fern was preceded in death by her parents. She is survived by her husband, Ray, of Artois (formerly of Adin); daughter, Sharlene, and husband, Garry Edwards, of Anchorage, AK; daughter, Theresa, and husband, Robert Peery, of Anchorage, AK; son, Patrick Turner, and wife, Karen, of Red Bluff, CA; daughter, Rebecca, and her husband, J.R. Kemp, of McKinney, TX; son, Michael Monge, and wife, Tracy, of Montgomery City, MO; daughter, Tracy, and husband, Jim Bogart, of Chico, CA; brother, Maynard Schuckman, and wife, Sue, of Timken, KS; brother, Herbert Schuckman, and wife, Vicki, of Modesto, CA; sister, Charlotte Schreiber, of Hesston, KS; 14 grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. Pallbearers were Patrick Turner, Michael Turner, Herb Schuckman, Maynard Schuckman, Trenton Schuckman, Michael Monge and Charlie Johnson (Alturas). Burial followed Friday services at the Willows Catholic Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial donations be made to the CMN Foundation (Children's Miracle Network), Wal-Mart Distribution Center 6026 (dispatch), Red Bluff, CA 96080. June 27, 2002 J Robert E. 'Bob' Dallas Former California Pines resident Robert Evans Dallas, better known as "Bob" to his family and friends, passed away Monday, June 10, 2002 surrounded by the comfort of his family in a Fort Bragg, CA hospital. He was 66. Mr. Dallas had enjoyed being a resident of California Pines for the past 10 years with his wife Mary, before relocating to Ft. Bragg in October 2001, where he had formerly lived. Born in Long Beach, CA on May 22, 1936, he served for two years with the U.S. Navy Reserves as a swimming and diving instructor in San Diego. He retired after 35 years as Outside Plant Technician for Pacific Bell. He worked in Ukiah and lived in Ft. Bragg, during that time. On Sept. 11, 1985, he married Mary Miller in Virginia City, Nev. Mr. Dallas was a Past President of Mendo Lake Chapter of The Telephone Pioneers of America. He was a strong swimmer and devout Methodist and enjoyed hunting and fishing. He is survived by his wife Mary Dallas of Manchester, CA.; daughter Kathy Price of Petaluma; step-sons Frank Salidivar of Bay City, Texas and David Salidivar of Hawaii; sister Betty Einardt of Petaluma; granddaughter Nicole Price of Petaluma. Dr. Jim Phifer of St. Paul's United Methodist church of Pt. Arena conducted graveside services on Friday, June 14, 2002 at 11:00 a.m. at the Ukiah Cemetery in Ukiah, CA. Donations in Mr. Dallas' memory may be made to the Telephone Pioneers of America, Attn: Mendo Lake Chapter, 1528 Moonview Ct., Santa Rosa, CA 95401. Eversole Mortuary was in charge of arrangements. Fay Wood Lifetime Modoc resident Alta Fay Wood passed away at St. Mary's Hospital in Reno, Nev. on June 24, 2002. She was 82. She was born Alta Fay Vernon in Lake City, CA on February 6, 1920. She is survived by many local family members. At her advance direction, no services will be held. The family will hold a private inurnment at the Cedarville Cemetery. Donations in Mrs. Wood's memory may be directed to any charity of the donor's choosing. A complete obituary will follow. ~~~~~~ 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

William 'Bill' Herbert Parks William "Bill" Herbert Parks, 68 passed away at his Santa Rosa residence on Monday, October 7, 2002. He was born on August 20, 1934 to Harry J. and Allison (Graham) Parks in California. Bill was a lifetime member of the Seventh-day Adventist Church. He graduated from PUC Elementary School and PUC Prep Academy, Angwin, CA. He served in the U.S. Army with the White Coats in the medical division. Bill was a retired truck driver. He was also a proud member of the Pit River Tribe in Modoc County, where for many years he was a transport truck driver for the Indian Health Services. He is survived by his wife, Kay Parks of Santa Rosa; his sons, Monty Parks of Ukiah; Larry Parks of Napa, in addition to his second marriage, children; Tim and Torry Slaton of Alta, CA; Tamra Clemons of Santa Clara and Terry Mikhailenko of Sacramento; also his two brothers, Robert Parks of Eugene, OR and Phillip Parks of Yuma, AZ and one sister, Nancy Sutsch of Yuma, AZ. He leaves seven grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Virginia, two infant children, Carol and Robert. Bill was well loved and will be missed be all who knew him. A funeral will be conducted at the Elmshaven Seventh-day Adventist Church, 1 Woodland Lane, Deer Park, Saturday, October 12, 2002, at 3:00 p.m., with visitations one hour prior to service. Pastor Robert Surridge officiating. A memorial service will be held at the Alturas Seventh-day Adventist Church, 300 W. 2nd St., Alturas, CA, on October 19, 2002, 4:00 p.m. Private inurnment will be at the Alturas Cemetery. Cremation arrangements are being cared for by Morrison Funeral Chapel, St. Helena. Jerry Morrison Former Cedarville resident Jerry Morrison passed away on May 23, 2002 in Durham, CA. A funeral was held at the Durham Memorial Hall on May 29. Jerry was born January 14, 1932 in Alva, Oklahoma to Daisy and Jonathan Morrison. He was reared in Paradise and Cedarville, CA. He married Margaret Ellen Reen Toney on June 17, 1949 in Reno, NV. Jerry served in the military for 33 years, starting in the US Marine Corps and ending as a pilot in the US Navy. He loved flying and flew P-3s, A-4s, and A-7s off carriers for most of his career as a Naval Officer. Mr. Morrison had a bachelor of science degree in Aeronautical Engineering from the Naval Post-graduate School in Monterey, CA and a Master's degree in Business Administration form the University of Southern California. He was currently the manager of the Durham Irrigation District in Durham at the time of his death. Jerry loved traveling, was an avid reader and a great friend to many. He is survived by his wife of 53 years, Margaret, of Durham; a daughter and son-in-law Toni and Randy Langlitz of Chesapeake, VA; a daughter Pamela Morrison of Beaufort, S.C.; a daughter Carolyn Gillette of Durham; sister and brother-in-law Doris and Norm Johnson of Boring, OR; brother and sister-in-law Don and Marcie Crawford of N.C.; grandson Robbie Morrison; grandchildren Haley Rohatsch, Vanessa and Tiana Gillette; Lindsay, Caleb and Michaela Langlitz. Burial took place at Cedarville Cemetery in Cedarville, CA on May 30. Condolences may be mailed to Mrs. Jerry Morrison (Margaret), P.O. Box 727, Durham, CA 95938. Maurice O'Callaghan Graveside service for Maurice O'Callaghan, Modoc County rancher, are set for 1 p.m. Tuesday, October 15, at the family plot in Linkville Cemetery in Klamath Falls, Oregon. Mr.O'Callaghan died in Portland, OR on October 13, 2002. Born in Klamath Falls in 1924, O'Callaghan was a 50-year resident of Fort Bidwell in northeastern Modoc County. For most of those years he helped operate the extensive Sagehorn Ranch owned by his father and mother, Leo and Marie Sagehorn. He was schooled in the Klamath Falls school districts. In 1942, while at Klamath Union High School, O'Callaghan wrote a weekly column about students activities for the Klamath Falls Herald and News. In 1950, he earned a bachelor's degree in Arts and Letters at the University of Oregon. While there, O'Callaghan became a member of Phi Kappa Psi social fraternity, which played a strong role in his life. In Fort Bidwell, he was past secretary of the Surprise Valley School District, a member of the Modoc County Historical Society and contributor to its publication, and a captain of the Fort Bidwell Volunteer Fire Department. When then Gov. Ronald Reagan appointed him a director of the Modoc District Fair Board, Reagan came to Modoc County to swear O'Callaghan into office. O'Callaghan's interest in orchid horticulture included raising these special plants. He authored an article in orchid growing at 4,000 feet elevation, published in a national orchid journal. Also an amateur photographer, his work specialized in science sites along the California-Oregon border east of the Cascade Range. However, he did produce award-winning photographs of his orchids. O'Callaghan never married, and is survived by his brother, Jerry, of Bethesda, MD. It is suggested remembrances be sent to Oregon Phi Kappa Psi Association, PO Box 2505, Portland, OR 97208, or to any charity of choice. Dewey H. Phillips Dewey H. Phillips, age 72, Nubieber, CA. passed away in his home October 5, 2002. Graveside services will be held at the Pine Grove Cemetery, McArthur, CA. Oct. 11, 2002 at 3 p.m. Mr. Phillips was born in Oakland, CA Aug. 10, 1928 to Dewey H., Sr and Patricia Jacobson Phillips. He was reared in California and attended schools there. He worked for the Great Northern Railroad in Nubieber and the mill at Little Valley until he retired. He is survived by his daughter and son-in-law Patsy and Wes Murer of McArthur, CA; son and daughter-in-law Ramon and Pat Phillips of Arizona; three grandsons, Jonathan Phillips, Burney, CA; Todd Murer and wife Elizabeth of Sacramento; Forrest and Michelle Murer, Napa, CA.; grandchildren Abigail and Collin Murer of Sacramento; brother Richard Mageti and family and many cousins in Porterville, CA. Brothers-in-law Martin and wife Rachel Courtright, Redding; Melvin and wife Carol Courtright of Grants Pass, OR; Lyman Courtright, Lookout; sisters-in-law Aleen Phillips, CA.; Mabel Wells, Lookout, CA.; Erma Green, Watson, OK and Velva and husband Joe Parsons of Klamath Falls, OR. Steve R. DeSmith A graveside service for Steve R. DeSmith will be held on Sunday, Oct. 13 at 2:00 p.m. at the Eagleville Cemetery. The Rev. Dr. Ben Zandstra will conduct the service with a gathering to follow at the Eagleville General Store Cafe in Eagleville. Mr. DeSmith, 44, passed away March 19, 2002 at his home in Santa Cruz, CA. He was born in North Hollywood, CA on October 23, 1957 to Rod and Erica DeSmith. He was a graduate of University of California, Berkeley and Hasting College of Law. He was an attorney for 20 years and a trial lawyer with the U.S. Department of Labor. He is survived by his wife Tami Grove and two daughters Jenna, age 7 and Claire, age 4, all of Santa Cruz, CA; his mother and father Rod and Erica DeSmith of North Hills, CA; a twin brother Michael of Beaverton, OR; sister Lynn DeSmith of VanNuys, CA and brother Gary of Ulysses, Texas; and mother-in-law Kathleen Grove of Cedarville. He was preceded in death by his father-in-law, David I. Grove. October 17, 2002 Theodora R. Buhrman Theodora Buhrman, known as "Teddy," a resident of Alturas since the summer of 1968, passed away at Modoc Medical Center on October 12, 2002, after a long illness. She was born in Aurora, Nebraska on September 3, 1922, one of two daughters to Theodora and Verla Roberts. She has a son Richard Romero, three grandchildren Shawn, Jacob, Jessica, and one great-grandson Kyle, all living in Southern California. She married Virgil Buhrman on June 24, 1961, at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Hawthorne, CA. She is preceded in death by her parents, sister Lucille and first husband Vincent. Memorial Services will be held at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Alturas at 6 p.m. on Saturday, October 19, 2002. Kenneth Lamonte Madison Alturas resident Kenneth Lamonte Madison, 88, passed away October 11, 2002 at Alturas, CA. He was born November 28, 1913 in Vallejo, CA. Mr. Madison had been a Modoc resident for the past 18 years, after relocating from Southern California. Services were held on Wednesday, October 16 at 1:00 p.m. at graveside at the Alturas Cemetery. Mr. Madison is survived by his daughters Katherine L. Anderson of Alturas; JoAnne Kinney of Ridgecrest, CA.; grandchildren, Amanda Lee Kinney of Ridgecrest, Shelli Kay Anderson Prawel and Erick Kinney of Alturas; brother Jack Madison and nieces and nephews in Hemet, CA. Arrangements have been made by Kerr Mortuary, Alturas. October 24, 2002 October 31, 2002 Emma Petersen Long-time Canby resident Emma Petersen passed away Monday morning, October 28, 2002, at Applewood Inn Long Term Care in Redding, CA, just a few days shy of her 94th birthday. Born to James and Bena (Thompson) Petersen on November 3, 1908, in Salina, Kansas, she was the youngest of their four children. Her parents came to America around 1900, from their native Denmark. Emma moved to Merino, Colorado with her family, where they farmed for several years. She attended grade school there and the family later moved to a farm near Kersey, Colo. Emma played on the Kersey High School basketball team and graduated from Kersey High in 1926. After high school, she completed a secretarial course at Adrian's Commercial College in Greeley, Colo., where she later made her home. After completion of the secretarial course, Emma accepted a position in the Placement Bureau of Colorado State Teachers College, now the University of Northern Colorado. In addition to her work, Emma completed several college courses. In the 1940s Emma was a USO hostess and helped entertain military personnel from Ft. Warren Air Force Base, Cheyenne, Wyoming. In December 1948, she was granted a three-month leave of absence. At that time she went to Canby, California to visit her brother and family. While there, she was offered and accepted a position, and immediately went to work in the office of Ralph Smith Lumber Company as secretary and statistical typist. The Company was later sold to Loveness Lumber Company where Emma continued to work in the same position. Loveness Lumber Co. mill was destroyed by fire. It was then that Emma accepted a position with the U.S. Forest Service as District Clerk of the Devil's Garden Ranger District, Modoc County, Canby, CA, from which she retired in 1972. Emma was preceded in death by her two sisters, Marie Miller and Joanna Beers and brother Hans V. "Pete" Petersen. She is survived by her nieces, Colleen Rutherford and Nancy Phelps of Redding, CA; Jenne Barrett of Florida, nephews Jerry Petersen of Redding and Jimmie Beers of Craig, Colo. At her request their will be no services. Burial will be at the Linn Grove Cemetery in Greeley, Colo Darlyn Dee Smith Alturas resident Darlyn Dee Smith, 63, passed away at her home on October 24, 2002. Known as "Dee" to her many friends and co-workers, Mrs. Smith had welcomed many newborns into the world as an Obstetric Technician for over 20 years at Modoc Medical Center and assisted many new mothers in adjusting to their new roles. Born Darlyn Dee Ashpole in Kansas City, Missouri on January 16, 1939, "Dee" completed high school in San Anselmo, CA as a student at Mt. Tamalpais Union and Drake High Schools. Dee and Robert Wayne "Brandy" Smith were married in Reno, Nevada on May 1, 1971. Mrs. Smith had made Modoc County her home for the past 30 years, where she was involved in her community and a member of the Rebekah Lodge. She became a certified nurses aide, obstetric tech and also held the position of Central Supply aide at Modoc Medical Center in Alturas, CA. An avid bowler over the years, she held membership in the Women's Bowling Conference and belonged to the local bowling league. She was also an active volunteer supporter of the Alturas Junior Bowlers program which provided local youths a chance to learn how to bowl and enjoy the after school program and awards. Musically inclined, she played the piano and enjoyed listening to music. She loved to "spoil her grandkids," and enjoyed cooking and baking. Among her interests were sewing, reading, swimming, knitting, playing bingo, traveling and taking cruises. She is survived by her husband, Robert Wayne "Brandy" Smith of Alturas; her mother Billie Ashpole of Cedarville; son Darroll Newton and daughter-in-law Vicky Newton of Scotts Valley, CA; granddaughters Erin and Katie Newton of Scotts Valley, CA and grandson Andrew Newton of Murray, Utah; cousins Barbara of Idaho and Dawn of San Diego and relatives Shirley, David and Carl Danberg of Vacaville. A memorial service, given by the family, will be announced at a future date. Mrs. Smith had battled against cancer. Donations in her memory may be directed to the American Cancer Society, 3290 Bechelli Lane, Redding, CA 96002. Gella E. Vick Eagleville resident Gella Ellanora Vick, 84, passed away October 28, 2002 at St. Mary's Hospital, Washoe County, Reno, Nevada. Visitation will be Friday, Nov. 1 at Kerr Mortuary Chapel in Alturas from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. Services will be held at the Eagleville Community Church on Saturday, Nov. 2 at 1:00 p.m. Burial at the Eagleville Cemetery. An obituary will be published in The Record next week. ~~~~~~ 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 3, 2002 Leola C. Bartholomew Services for lifetime Modoc resident Leola Cleone Bartholomew will be held Friday, Oct. 4 at 10 a.m. at the Alturas Cemetery. The Rev. Dr. Ben Zandstra will conduct the service at graveside. Mrs. Bartholomew passed away on September 28, 2002 at Modoc Medical Center's Skilled Nursing Facility in Alturas, CA, where she had been a resident for the past approximately 12 years. She was 83 years of age. Born Leola Cleone Spaulding on January 8, 1919 in Davis Creek, CA to Chester Arthur and Hattie (Poindexter) Spaulding, she attended school in Davis Creek. At the age of seven, her mother died and her father remarried. Leola left home at the age of 12. She was married at the young age of 15, to Gilbert Smith, a marriage that produced their two children Audrey and Robert. During her marriage to Denver Yancey in 1942, one son, Chuck, was born. Her final marriage in 1950 to Darrell Bartholomew ended in divorce in 1960. Throughout the years, Mrs. Bartholomew worked hard cooking and waitressing. She was outspoken, but with a great sense of humor. "There was no one she didn't know and she was a great cook," recalls her son Chuck, who picked up his mother's cooking skills by watching her over the years. Remembering her character, her son recalled the time in the 1950s, when Leola had made a large, tasty and spicy pot of chili. Much to the amazement of her young son, she invited a passing stranger who would otherwise gone without a meal, in to enjoy a hot meal. During 1949 and 1950, while in Davis Creek, she earned a reputation as being a good cook from the hay crews for whom she cooked. From the 1940s through the 1980s, she worked as a waitress, working at such landmarks as Cedar Lodge in Cedarville, the Sportsman's Club, Pioneer Inn in the 1940s, Warner Hotel in the 1950s, the Beacon Coffee Shop in the 1980s, all in Alturas. For 20 years, from the 1960s to the 1980s, she relocated to Yountville, CA., where she worked at the Veterans' Home and waitressed at a restaurant called "The Bus Depot" in Yountville. She also worked in Empire, NV. for a brief time. When she returned to Modoc County, she went to work at the Beacon Coffee Shop in Alturas. She retired in 1985. From a large family, she was preceded in death by four brothers, Charlie, Elwood, Weller and Harvey Spaulding and one sister, Myra Spaulding DeWitt; her daughter Audrey and her granddaughter, Doris Ann. She is survived by her son Robert and his wife Barbara Smith of Santa Cruz, CA; son Chuck Yancey of Alturas; half-sister, Marge Cain of Merrill, OR; two step-sisters, Mildred Adair of Ely, NV and Berniece Hall of Alturas; grandchildren Brad Yancey of New Pine Creek, CA and Cory Yancey, Phoenix, AZ; Debbie and Steven Smith of Santa Cruz; and daughter Audrey's children: Raymond Williams of Terra Bon, OR and Randy Johnson of Ontario, OR; several great-grandchildren and one great-great grandchild; several nieces and nephews, and former husband Darrell Bartholomew of Burney. Kerr Mortuary is in charge of arrangements. October 10, 2002 Kathleen Ann Bishop Kathleen Ann Bishop, known as "Kay" by her many friends and family, and a long-time Modoc County resident, passed away after a brief illness at the age of 80, on October 3, 2002, at Modoc Medical Center, Alturas, CA. . Services will be held at 2:00 p.m. today, Oct. 10 with the Rev. Linda Moore conducting services at St. Michael's Episcopal Church, in Alturas. Mrs. Bishop, remembered for her kind and gentle spirit and great gift of hospitality, also "loved the Lord with all her heart." She was born on September 18, 1922 in Alturas, one of four daughters of Richard and Lillie (Chambers) Anklin. She attended Modoc Union High School and married Warren W. Welch of Davis Creek on March 5, 1939. In 1943, Welch enlisted in the U.S. Marine Corps and served until his death on Iwo Jima on March 9, 1945, leaving Kathleen a widow and young mother at age 22. Kathleen had worked in the Bremerton shipyards in Washington while her husband was training there in 1944. She returned to Davis Creek to help build the causeway across the south end of Goose Lake in 1945, with the Modoc County Road Dept. She was proud to be selected to drive the newest dump truck, because she had the seniority to do so. She moved with her daughter to Lakeview, OR., to work for the Lake County Sheriff's Office as a bookkeeper from 1944 to 1945. Later, she returned to Alturas to work for Drs. Phil and Paul McKinney from 1946 to 1947. On February 25, 1947, Kay married C.M. "Snooks" Bishop at Willow Ranch, CA and the couple moved to their ranch at Davis Creek. They had two sons and enjoyed ranching and living in Davis Creek for many years, until they sold the ranch. The family credits Kay, and Buster Dollarhide, for initiating the Davis Creek Ground Hog Supper and the original 4-H Dress Revue and Junior Livestock Show which were a combined event when they were first started, many years ago. Kay was an active community leader for the Davis Creek 4-H, a member of the Davis Creek Fire Dept. Auxiliary and PTA. She was also a member of Beta Sigma Phi sorority and of St. Michael's Episcopal Church Women. Mrs. Bishop enjoyed her family and home most of all. An elegant woman, she was known for her fine cooking, and provided meals and hospitality for many cowboys over the years. She loved the ranch and later, her beautiful home in Alturas, where she tended her beautiful flowers and her garden. She is survived by her husband C.M. "Snooks" Bishop of Alturas; daughter Dixie (Welch) and husband Duane McGarva, Likely; son Bill and wife Robin Bishop, Bakersfield; son Frank and wife Lee Bishop, Reno, NV; grandchildren: Lynne and Russ Heryford, Scott McGarva, Aimee and Gary Hendrickson, Brandon and Stephanie Bishop, Mary and Joy Amarel, Abby Chambers, Billy Bishop and Nick Schultz; also six great-grandchildren: Matt and Pete Heryford, Brad and Josh Hendrickson, Katie and Joey Amarel; a sister Betty Murrah of Concord, CA; cousin Sharon Staton of Eagleville; numerous nieces, nephews and cousins who live out of the area. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Warren; sisters Evelyn Bratton, Maudie Ward and Bea Kelly. Donations in Mrs. Bishop's memory may be made to Modoc Medical Center Acute Care Equipment Fund, 228 W. McDowell St., Alturas or to the Davis Creek 4-H Club, Box 108, Davis Creek, CA 96108. Kerr Mortuary is taking care of arrangements. Interment will be at the Davis Creek Cemetery. Theo May McCulley Theo May McCulley, age 80, died Sunday, October 6, 2002 at her home in Canby, CA. Graveside services were held at 1:00 p.m., Wednesday, October 9, at Alturas Cemetery with Rev. Earl Clark and long-time friend Paul Bailey officiating. Kerr Mortuary was in charge of the arrangements. Theo was born on January 23, 1922 in Summer Lake, OR to Arthur and Nellie McCulley. Theo was three years old when her mother died in childbirth, so Theo and her sister Phyllis, went to live at Children's Farm Home in Corvallis, OR, then Sacred Heart Children's Home in Klamath Falls, OR, and with relatives in Lakeview, OR through their school years. Theo and Phyllis spent the summer months at sheep camps throughout Lake County, OR, with their father. Theo graduated from high school and met Omer McCulley in Lakeview, OR. They were married on January 24, 1941 in Reno, NV. She and Omer lived near Patton Meadows (just West of Lakeview) which Omer's father Homesteaded in 1903. There, they ranched while rearing their family. After a fire destroyed their home, they took their family to Rough an d Ready near Grass Valley, CA in 1955. They lived there and operated another ranch until 1966, when they moved to Canby, CA and began ranching again. Theo loved to work in the fields with Omer, haying and feeding the cattle. In 1979, Theo worked as an aide at Arlington Elementary School in Canby for eight years and then retired. Students at the school looked to her as the "Grandma" at school. She was named "Mother of the Year" and was active in the Canby Mother's Club until it disbanded. The joy of her life was her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She enjoyed playing baseball and board games. She also loved to play the harmonica. In her younger years she enjoyed drawing and painting with oils. She was an avid crossword puzzler and was very talented at creating incredible Halloween costumes for her family. Her grandchildren were always learning tongue twisters from her. Theo is survived by her son Larry McCulley and his wife, Diana, of Canby; son Chuck and his wife Margaret, of Alturas; son Raymond (Bim) and his wife, Carol, of Alturas; daughter Lori Holloway and her husband Kelley, of Alturas; eight grandchildren, Tom McCulley and his wife Jennifer, of Alturas; Megan McCulley of Canby; Jake and Jesse McCulley; Dana and Kristin McCulley, all of Alturas; Sandi Lynch and her husband, Andy of Stanwood, WA; Courtney Holloway of Alturas; two great-grandchildren, Travis and Mary McCulley of Alturas; and a "special" son Ronnie Brown of Canby. Theo was preceded in death by her husband, Omer, on September 18, 2002 and her sister, Phyllis Brown, in March of 1988. Donations in Theo's memory may be made to the Modoc Medical Center Auxiliary in Alturas. Rebecca (Becky) M. Evans Rebecca (Becky) M. Evans passed away, at the age of 93, on Oct. 8, 2002 at Modoc Medical Center's Skilled Nursing Facility in Alturas, CA. After the death of her husband, Leland, Becky moved to Alturas in 1996 to be near her son Larry Evans and his wife Joy. Becky enjoyed her home on North East Street until she moved into "Warnerview" in 2000. In her mid-80s, she began writing her memoirs and published two books. She was good at keeping up with correspondence to friends and family over the years and each Christmas, and also good at needlework. Her family and friends gave her a big birthday bash, which she thoroughly enjoyed, upon her 90th birthday. Rebecca was born in Hornbrooks, CA on July 4, 1909 to Marion and Martha Cummins. She married Leland Evans of Fort Jones, CA on June 15, 1932. They were married 70 years. Leland died on May 1, 1996 in Warnerview, Alturas. Mrs. Evans is survived by her son Larry Evans and wife Joy of Alturas; son-in-law Robert Beeson of Fort Jones, four grandchildren Kitty, Cozette and Will. Her granddaughter Nancy Conger is a resident of Alturas; seven great-grandchildren: Janel, Kristin, Amanda, Kevin and Brieana. Vincent Hower and Ethan Conger live in Alturas; one great-great grandson, Kadin. She is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews of the Cummins and Evans family. She was preceded in death by her husband Leland; her daughter Gae Beeson and an infant son. Services will be held in the Scott Valley Seventh-day Adventist Church on Sunday, October 13 at 11:00 a.m. in Greenview, CA. Private interment will be at Fort Jones Cemetery in Fort Jones, CA. Kerr Mortuary is in charge of arrangements. Her family wishes to thank the community for the warm welcome she received when she arrived in Alturas. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed to the "Guide Dogs for the Blind," P.O. Box 3950 in San Rafael, CA 94912-3950. R. John Janisse John Janisse died at the Lake District Long Term Care Facility in Lakeview, OR., on Monday October 7, 2002 from congestive heart failure at the age of 79. Funeral services will be held at the Fort Bidwell People's Church on Saturday October 12, 2002 at 3:00 p.m. with Rev. Lani Janisse officiating. Interment will follow in the Fort Bidwell cemetery with military honors provided by the Cedarville VFW post # 7888. Visitation will be at the Desert Rose Funeral Chapel on Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. at the People's Church in Fort Bidwell. Desert Rose Funeral Chapel of Lakeview is in charge of the arrangement. John was born to Cornelius and Lucy (Dana) Janisse of Cedar Grove, Wisconsin on January 29, 1923. He grew up in Cedar Grove where he graduated from high school. He enlisted into the Navy in 1942 and served for 26 months at the Naval Air Station in Hawaii. He was married to Jean Jockell on December 27, 1945 at White River Junction, Vermont and was divorced in 1964. After being honorably discharged in 1946, he started his career with Shell Oil Company in Los Angeles and also started furthering his education by attending various junior colleges in the Los Angeles area. After working in the Divisional Office for Shell Oil for 20 years, he transferred to the Regional Office in San Francisco for six years and finished his career at the head office in Houston, Texas. He retired in 1977, after 31 years. He then moved to Reno, Nevada where he developed mobile home lots until moving to Fort Bidwell in 1980. He moved to Lakeview in 2001. He was a life member of the Cedarville VFW post #7888, had served as president of the Fort Bidwell cemetery district, and was a member of the Fort Bidwell Fire Department and the Community Church. He was serving on the Board of Directors for the Cedarville Hospital when it opened. John is survived by his daughter, Lynn Brusseau of Arcadia, CA, and his son Lani Janisse of Hartford, Vermont; five grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. Memorial contributions may be made to the Fort Bidwell People's Church Building, Fort Bidwell, CA 96112 or Lakeview Hospice, 700 South J Street, Lakeview, OR 97630 or to a charity of donor's choice. James M. Szutowicz James M. Szutowicz, born February 28, 1942 in Danville, PA, passed away Wednesday evening October 2, 2002 at Modoc Medical Center Alturas, CA. His formative years were spent in Niles, IL and Pomona, CA. He graduated from Mt. San Antonio College where he was president of the California Young Farmer Chapter and winner of the project competition award. James went on to attend Chico State College, majoring in Animal Husbandry. In 1964 he joined the U.S. National Guard and served until 1970, In 1964 James married Victoria V. Jones. During his career as Sales Manager for major national butcher supply Companies, the family lived in Fremont, CA; Grants Pass, OR; Rochester, IL; Pomona and Sacramento, CA. In August of 1988, James was involved in a head on collision with a drunk driver. The accident rendered him a paraplegic. In July, 1994 James moved to Alturas, purchasing a home in town. In 1996, James and his wife, Vickie, built a home in Thoms Creek II, where he sent the remainder of his life in the country, raising cattle, tending chickens and gardening. James is preceded in death by his parents, James and Theresa Szutowicz, sister Theresa Carman, infant brother, Paul Szutowicz. He is survived by his wife Victoria (Vickie) of Alturas, daughter Jamie Szutowicz of Sacramento and husband Scott Fitzpatrick; daughter Jeneen Griffin of San Bernardino and husband Michael, son James Jr. and wife Renee of Sacramento, daughter Jill Castro and son Hugo Castro of Eureka, foster son David Martin and Kimberly if Manteca; grandchildren Alicia, Anthony, Max, Christopher, Brianna, Joseph, Kelsey, Alex, and several nieces and nephews. The family requests that memorial contribution be made to the Craig Hospital, Spinal Cord Injury Dept., 3425 South Clarkson, Englewood, CO 80110. Rosary was held at 7:00 p.m. Sunday, October 6 at Kerr Mortuary in Alturas. Fr. Patrick Henry gave a Mass of Christian Burial on Monday, October 7, 10:00 a.m. at Sacred Heart Parish in Alturas. ~~~~~~ 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 5, 2002 Rev. Conrad Marzuola On August 31, 2002, the Reverend Conrad Marzuola went home to Glory. Jesus took him after injuries sustained in a motorcycle accident August 26, 2002. Conrad was born in Arkansas City, KS on March 21, 1951. He served in the United States Marine Corps for two years. He was a Bi-vocational pastor for the Southern Baptist Convention, and also a supervisor at United States Gypsum Company in Empire, NV. Pastor Conrad spent many years living, walking, talking and wearing the devout faith that he had in his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. His one and only aim in life was to see people come to the saving knowledge of Jesus. For the past ten years he has served as pastor to both Empire Community Church and Living Water Fellowship, pastoring both churches for a period of time then, LWF for the past six years. He was a wonderful pastor, husband and father. "The Lord used him time and time again in mighty and powerful ways, and the fruit will remain," shares his wife Terry. "He was the first to say it wasn't him, it was the Lord who worked through him. He was just a vessel that God used and he was always ready and willing to be used by Him." He is survived by his wife Terry of Cedarville, daughter Kippin and son-in-law Jeff Hoffman of Sacramento; daughter Jacquie and son-in-law Frank Powers of Phoenix, AZ. Son Chris Marzuola and daughter Sara of Phoenix, AZ; four grandchildren.; parents Gene and BeBe Marzuola of Dallas, Texas; brother Tim Marzuola and Dan Marzuola; sister Gina Marek of Dallas, Texas; brother Weston Marzuola of Arkansas City, KS; mother-in-law Lucille Evans of Cedarville and the family of Living Water Fellowship. Living Water will be hosting a memorial celebration to uplift the name of Jesus, in Cedarville at the Country Hearth Rose Garden, 2:00 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 7. There will be a feast following the memorial at Living Water Fellowship, the blue church on main Street. Howard William Knuepel Former Elk Grove dairyman and farmer Howard William Knuepel of Alturas, CA. passed away unexpectedly September 1, 2002 in Alturas, CA. The Rev. Dr. Ben Zandstra conducted a memorial service at Kerr Mortuary Chapel in Alturas on Wednesday morning, Sept. 4. Interment was private. Mr. Knuepel, 73, a cattle and hay rancher in Alturas for the past 11 years on the family's H. Knuepel and Son Ranch, had his agricultural start at an early age in Elk Grove, CA, on the family business. Born to Henry and Fannie Knuepel on November 25, 1928 in Franklin, CA., he graduated from Elk Grove schools and worked on the family ranch. He served his country in the U.S. Army during the Korean War until his discharge on April 1953. On October 11, 1953 in Sacramento, CA, he married his neighborhood sweetheart, Jean Hansen, who was also born and reared in Elk Grove and lived "across the road." The two have shared a marriage of 49 years. A talented carpenter, Mr. Knuepel built four houses during his lifetime, including his own Elk Grove home. He was a dairyman and farmer in Elk Grove for 38 years where he maintained membership with the Elk Grove Farm Bureau. He enjoyed fishing and sport hunting. He was preceded in death by his parents; his son John H. Knuepel in 1997 and his sister Francis Mustra. He is survived by his wife Jean Knuepel of Alturas; son Greg Knuepel of Alturas; daughter-in-law Bonnie Knuepel, loving niece Cheryle Johnson and nephew-in-law Randy Johnson; grandsons Scott Knuepel (Sacramento); Klint and Kurt Knuepel, granddaughter Kasey Knuepel and Travis Johnson; step-grandsons John Davis and Cable Davis, all of Elk Grove; sister Alice Springer, Sacramento; father-in-law Otto F. Hansen, Franklin; brothers-in-law, Robert Hansen of Concord and Monty Hansen of Galt. Memorial donations may be directed to the American Diabetes Association, 10445 Old Placerville Rd., Sacramento, CA 95822. Albert J. Christy Former Surprise Valley teacher and coach, Albert J. Christy, 78, of Corvallis, OR., passed away August 26, 2002 in Corvallis. Services were held at DeMoss-Durdan Garden Chapel in Corvallis, OR on Friday, Aug. 30. The son of Albert L. and Ina Mae (Akin) Christy, he was born on a farm November 16, 1923 at Six Rivers, OR. He spent most of his boyhood at the Klamath Agency on the Klamath Indian Reservation near Klamath Lake. He graduated from Chiloquin High School and Oregon State University. Albert took pilot training with the Naval Air Corps near the end of World War II. He played football on the Navy Air Corps team, which was undefeated, beating such football greats as Oklahoma. He also wrestled for the Navy, winning division championship in his weight class and was to wrestle once more for the national title, but the match was canceled due to the war. He obtained teaching certificates in Vocational Agriculture and Science on a secondary level in 1949 and taught at Shedd High School. He moved to Cedarville, CA, where he taught at Surprise Valley High School. He also coached basketball, wrestling and football there. At Cedarville he also taught agricultural classes in "Veterans in Training" programs. Mr. Christy was a member and leader of 4-H, class advisor, advisor of Future Farmers of America, active in the volunteer fire department, a member of Rotary and Toastmasters. >From Cedarville, he moved his family to Klamath Falls, OR. where he farmed for a few years, then to Corvallis, where he worked on a degree in Counseling and School Administration. He began working at Evanite Fiber and retired after working there many years. He was shop steward for his union and secretary-treasurer for the Linn-Benton-Lincoln Labor Council. He also served his union as member of hiring committee for state union representatives. Mr. Christy was a member of International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers He married Dorothy Davis in 1946 and reared four children with her until her death in 1982. He married Rosalie Sytsma on April 16,1987. Mr. Christy enjoyed bowling, hunting, fishing, rodeo, football, wrestling, and dancing. He will also be remembered for his wonderful sense of humor and enjoyed his family very much. He is survived by his wife Rosalie of Corvallis, OR; sons Albert D. Christy of Philomath, OR; William Christy of Bend, OR; Bradley Prosa of Los Angeles, CA; Tod Prosa of Corvallis, OR; daughters Carrie Brevik of Vancouver, WA; Shirlee Johnson of Bend, OR; Denise Prosa of Boise, Idaho; sisters, Shirley Sytsma of Chillicum, WA; Sharon Debord of Lodi, CA; Mary Fenton of Bothel, WA; Ina Smith of Tigard, OR; 13 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. He was also preceded in death by an infant daughter, Dee and his brother William. Memorial donations may be made to Corvallis Clinic, Dept. of Oncology and Hematology, 3680 N.W. Samaritan Dr., Corvallis, OR 97330 or Albert Christy Fund at Good Samaritan Hospital, 3600 N.W. Samaritan Dr., Corvallis, OR 97330. September 12, 2002 Ada 'Evelyn' Rogers Ada "Evelyn" Rogers passed away in Brookings, OR on August 4, 2002. She was born to Una and Nile Hickey on August 13, 1921 in White Sulphur Springs, MT. The Scheetz family lived in Likely for several years, while Frank was a foreman with Southern Pacific Railroad in the late 1960s and early 1970s. Evelyn was preceded in death by her husband, Frank Rogers. Frank passed away on January 13, 2002. They shared 63 years together, and are united once again. Mrs. Rogers is survived by her sons James Rogers of Grants Pass, OR, Ted Rogers of Brookings, OR; Rex Rogers of Crescent City, CA; daughters Charlotte Charles of Brookings, OR, Carol Evans of Reno, NV, Norma Scheetz of Milford, CA, formerly of Alturas, and Laura Rogers of Reno, NV. She is also survived by 12 grandchildren and three great-great-grandchildren. "Not only was Evelyn our mother, she was our best friend," express her children. Donations in memory of Mrs. Rogers may be sent to Sutter Coast Hospice, 983 Third Street, Crescent City, CA 95531. George Theodore Sarason California Pines resident George Theodore Sarason passed away unexpectedly in Alturas, CA on September 3, 2002. Mr. Sarason was a friend to many and a man known for his fine contracting work throughout the years. He will be missed by his family and many friends. Born January 30, 1922 in Glendale, CA to Hazel and Michael Theodore Sarason, George was an outstanding sprinter and track star at Glendale High. A veteran of the U.S. Army, Mr. Sarason served his time in the European Theater during World War II. Before he entered military service, he worked with his father in the contracting business. Following military service, he went on to become a Journeyman and licensed contractor, working with his father for many years, building and doing concrete work. The two built many of the Southern California "Bungalows" and beautiful Glendale homes. The father and son team worked together constructing a large hotel in Death Valley. Mr. Sarason continued his work in the contracting business for 40 years and "could do anything," recall family members. He was a person of many talents. His interests and hobbies were varied. He loved animals, enjoyed motorcycling and keeping in touch with friends throughout the world as a ham radio operator. He moved from Glendale to Death Valley, then relocated to California Pines 16 years ago. He and wife Wilma were married in 1985, and made their home in California Pines until she preceded him in death six years ago. Mr. Sarason was fond of his pets. He had several cats and also enjoyed feeding the wild geese who frequented his California Pines home. He retired when he relocated to Modoc County, but contined to work on projects for California Pines Resort, friends and neighbors. He is survived by his three daughters, Linda Anne Fairbanks, Riverside, CA; Suzanne Peavy of Riverside; and Sherry Hinton of Lancaster; son Michael Sarason, Lake Shastina; his companion Billie Musfelt of Alturas; numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Donations in Mr. Sarason's memory may be made to any charity which cares for the welfare of animals Kerr Mortuary in Alturas is in charge of arrangements. A private family service was held. Warren Worth Peach Warren Worth Peach of Alturas, passed away on August 25, 2002, in Medford, OR. He was 75 years old. Mr. Peach was born on January 2, 1927 in Ohio. He was known around Alturas as a handyman willing to help anyone who asked for his help. He was brilliant in his electrical and mechanical skills. He could take anything apart, figure out the problem and put it back together in good working order. His maroon "T-birds" were his special gem and he had several throughout his lifetime. He will truly be missed by his friends in the Alturas vicinity, especially long-time friend Roger Rose. At Warren's request, no funeral or memorial services will be held. Donations in his memory may be directed to Modoc High School Project Graduation 2003 Fund, care of 900 N. Main Street, Alturas, CA 96101. Shirley Virginia Jeffcoat Shirley Virginia Jeffcoat passed away peacefully September 6, 2002, in her home in Yuma, AZ. She was 77 years old. Shirley Fairclo was born in Klamath Falls, OR. She attended Willamette University and Oregon State. She resided in Likely, CA during two periods, working with her husband Jeff in Jess Valley and later as owners of the Likely General Store. The Jeffcoats lived in Oregon, California, Alabama and Arizona. She was an active volunteer in the Hospice organization and was a member of PEO and Eastern Star. Shirley is survived by her son, San Diego attorney Jay Jeffcoat, and daughter-in-law Mesa College Dean, Kendra Jeffcoat, granddaughter Jessica "Kasey" Jeffcoat of Monterey, CA and grandson Ryan Jeffcoat of San Mateo, CA. Her husband, William "Jeff" Jeffcoat died in 1997. Johnson Mortuary in Yuma, AZ handled arrangements for cremation. A memorial service will be held on October 19, 2002 in Klamath Falls, OR at the Mt. Laki Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made in Shirley's name to the Sidney Kimmel Cancer Center at 10835 Alton Way, San Diego, CA 92121. September 19, 2002 Omer E. McCulley Long-time Canby rancher Omer Ernest McCulley passed away Wednesday morning, September 18, 2002 in Alturas, CA. Mr. McCulley was 85. Services will be held at graveside on Friday, Sept. 20 at 1:00 p.m. at the Alturas Cemetery. Friends and family are invited to a gathering at the Canby Fire Hall following the service. Kerr Mortuary is in charge of arrangements. The Record will publish a complete obituary next week. Rev. Mack Lancaster The Rev. Mackey D Lancaster, a respected, kind, loving and forgiving man, who dedicated his life to pioneering churches throughout Northern California from the time he was 21, passed away September 14, 2002 in Alturas, CA at the age of 84. He and his late older brother the Rev. Lester G. Lancaster shared their dedication and both ministered at separate times at the Full Gospel Church in Alturas. Rev. Mack was honored for over 50 years of ministry service to the Assemblies of God. He dedicated his whole life to God and his family. One of nine children born to Andrew and Mary Lancaster on March 17, 1918 in Joplin, Missouri, the family left Missouri in a covered wagon when Mack was 5 years old. His father settled the last homestead in California. Mack finished the eighth grade and worked in the trades of timber falling and carpentry. He became a minister of the Gospel, spreading the word of God at age 21. The two brothers were married to two sisters of the Lain family, originally of Arkansas. Mack and Maxine M. Lain met in Imperial Valley and were married on June 16, 1940 in Yuma, Ariz. The Rev. Mack and Maxine Lancaster and the Rev. Lester and Thelma (Lain) Lancaster shared a rewarding career working for the Lord, pioneering churches across the state. The last church Mack and Lester built together was the Likely Assembly of God Church. Rev. Mack had made Modoc his home for the past 45 years. He was an avid hunter and fisherman. Mack and Maxine never waivered in their lives serving God. His one goal in life was to arise in heaven where he knew life would be eternal. The Rev. Lancaster is survived by his devoted, loving wife Maxine of Alturas; son Philip Lancaster of Gardnerville, NV; daughter Sandie Lafferty of Alturas; two brothers and two younger sisters; 11 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his eldest daughter Marilyn Betters in 1986; his brother Lester, Sept. 13, 1998; two older brothers; one older sister and one younger sister; a grandson and great-granddaughter. Services were held Wednesday, Sept. 18 at 11 a.m. at the South Fork Assembly of God in Likely, CA. Pastor Earl McMilan gave the service. He was laid to rest near his brother at the Likely Cemetery. Kerr Mortuary was in charge of arrangements. Franklin Jack Powers Franklin Jack Powers, 73, of Boise, Idaho, died Monday, September 16, 2002 in Boise. Memorial services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, September 20 at Summers Funeral Homes, McMurtrey Chapel, 500 N. 18th East, Mountain Home, Idaho. The Rev. John Payne will officiate. Jack was born October 3, 1928 in Lake City, CA, the first of two children born to Harold J. and Marie (Street) Powers. He was reared on the family ranch located in Eagleville, CA, and graduated from Surprise Valley High School. He continued his education at California Polytechnic University in San Luis Obispo, CA. When the Korean War conflict escalated in 1951, he enlisted in the United States Air Force. Jack was stationed at Ethan Allen Air Force Base in Winooski, VT. He was honorably discharged with the rank of Staff Sergeant. While in Vermont, Jack met and married Elizabeth "Betty" Maloney of Berlin, VT. Following his discharge from the Air Force, they returned to the family ranch in Eagleville, which Jack managed for his family. Two children were born to Jack and Betty while they resided in Modoc County. In 1962, the family sold the ranch in California and Nevada, and purchased the Snowline and Gleed Ranches in Lima and Dell, MT. Subsequently, Jack and Betty owned ranches in Nevada, California, and Idaho. Jack managed the Matador Ranch near Dillon, MT during the 1970s. Jack and Betty made their home in Lemhi County, Idaho for 25 years, with ranches owned at Salmon, on Bohannon Creek, and then at Leadore on Little Eightmile Creek. In 1995, the ranch at Leadore was sold, and the family moved to the Glenns Ferry, King Hill and Mountain Home area, where they purchased ranch and farming property. Jack raised cattle, sheep, and registered quarter horses during his years as a rancher. He was an accomplished horse trainer, with a particular interest in cutting and team roping horses. He was an avid supporter of children and horses. He was a 4-H horse leader, and a founder of the Leadore Roping and Youth Improvement Club. He gave horses to individual children with an interest in horses, and loaned horses to others to use in competition in various horse events. Jack was a lifetime (50+ years) member of the B.P.O.E., and also a 45-year-member of the Masonic Order and the Order of Eastern Star. He retained his church membership in his childhood community of Eagleville. He was a 55-year-member of the American Quarter Horse Association, as he had started registering colts in his teenage years. Jack served as a director on the Lemhi Irrigation District Board for 25 years. He was inducted to the Eastern Idaho Agricultural Hall of Fame in 1994, and inducted in the Eastern Idaho Horse Hall of Fame in 1996. Jack supported civic and community organizations in any community near which he ranched. Jack enjoyed hunting big game and game birds. He also enjoyed golf, playing cards (especially Bridge), Western movies, and was an avid reader of Western books and history. Jack enjoyed the sport of rodeo and was an accomplished team roper. Jack is survived by his wife, Betty; daughter Lucinda and her husband, John Walker, of King Hill; son Sean of Mountain Home; three grandchildren -- Amy Lynn, Ted Jackson Walker, and Samantha Sean Powers; cousin James Donnelly of Pendleton, OR; nephew Jack Jay Federer of Big Timber, MT; and niece Susan Marie Federer of Sacramento. He was preceded in death by his father, Harold J. Powers; his mother, Marie Powers; and his sister, Jane Federer Baker. Jack spent the last 27 years of his life in a courageous battle fighting Parkinson's Disease. Betty J. Engelking Betty J. Engelking, age 80, of Alturas, CA and formerly of Savanna, IL, died Friday, September 6, 2002 at the Modoc Medical Center Skilled Nursing Facility in Alturas, CA. Funeral services were held at 2:00 p.m., September 11, in Savanna, IL. Burial was in the Savanna Township Cemetery. Born Betty Peterson on Wednesday, July 12, 1922 in Savanna, IL., she married Harry F. Engelking on August 22, 1941. Betty worked at Burgess Battery and Structo Manufacturing in Freeport, IL. She worked at the offices of National Lock in Savanna, and until her retirement in 1991, she worked as a cook at Big Meadows Nursing Home in Savanna. Betty was a member of the Community United Church of Christ and several organizations of the church, the Order of Eastern Star, the American Legion Auxiliary, an active volunteer of the Golden Meals delivery program, and a past member of the Women of the Moose. She enjoyed bowling, playing cards, knitting, crocheting, cooking and reading. Survivors include one daughter, Dawn (Robert) Greene of Alturas; two grandchildren, Kelly J. (Mark) Clark of Chino Hills, CA and Harry R. (Rochelle) Greene of Alturas; eight great-grandchildren, Shawnra, Vanessa Greene of Bakersfield, CA; Karl, Robert, and Amanda Greene of Alturas; and Jacqueline, Daphne, and Whitney Clark of Chino Hills; and a number of nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Harry, who died on March 8, 1985 in Anaheim, CA, four sisters, and three brothers. ~~~~~~ Billie C. & Anita 'Jean' Reynolds Family Researcher of "The Last Frontier" Modoc County, California --- Our outgoing mail is checked by ZoneAlarm AntiVirus.

Delbert Gene Cantrall A memorial service for Delbert Gene Cantrall will be held Saturday, Aug. 17 at 1:00 p.m. at Memory Gardens Mortuary Chapel, Bellinger and Arnold Lane, Medford, OR. Inurnment will be held in Memory Gardens Memorial Park. Mr. Cantrall, 72, of Jacksonville, OR, died at his residence on Sunday, Aug. 11, 2002. He was a fifth generation of the Cantrall-Dorris families. Born May 19, 1930 in Medford, Oregon to Gene Cantrall and Isabelle Dorris Cantrall, he graduated from Hillsboro High and joined the U.S. Navy for four years. He earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering at Oregon Technical Institute and was a pioneer in the Broadcast and Cable Television industry. His was the first voice heard on KOTI, Klamath Falls in 1956 with California Oregon Broadcasting, Inc. He was also instrumental in constructing television stations and developing cable systems through northern California and Oregon. During his career, he was General Manager for Southern Oregon Cable and Crestview Cable and President of the Oregon Cable Association. Last month, he was the 18th recipient of the Oregon Cable Telecommunications Association's William B. Smullin Presidential Award. He married Helen Jeannine Saner in Jacksonville, OR on May 11, 1970. "Del" enjoyed fishing, camping, hunting, RV'ing, genealogy, recreational flying and motorcycle riding to all 50 states with his wife Jeannine. He held a commercial pilot's license and was known for devising more efficient ways to do many things, including the recent design and construction of their new custom home. Survivors include his wife, H. Jeannine Cantrall, Jacksonville, OR; son Larry Lee Cantrall, Hillsboro, OR.; two daughters Shelley Rae Edwards, Sacramento, CA; Julie Renee Ford, Round Mountain, CA; four step-sons, Bradley E. Dill, Medford; Stephen N. Dill, White City, OR; John G. Dill, Beaverton; Lynn A. Dill, Seattle, WA; 17 grandchildren, four great-grandchildren. He was preceded by a sister, Dorris Huth. August 22, 2002 A Memorial Mass for Modoc Superior Court Judge, John P Baker will be held Saturday, August 24 at 2:00 p.m. at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church on 4th Street in Alturas. Judge Baker dies Wednesday Modoc Superior Court Judge John P. Baker of Alturas, CA, passed away late Wednesday afternoon, August 21, 2002 in Sacramento, CA, after a short battle with cancer. Judge Baker was 61. Arrangements for a memorial service are pending. Judge Baker's obituary will be published in next week's Record. Marvin Duane Lawrence Marvin Duane Lawrence of Likely, CA. passed away August 9, 2002 of heart failure at Modoc Medical Center, Alturas, CA. He was 60 years of age. A memorial service will be held on September 14, at 4 p.m. at West Valley Reservoir, one of Mr. Lawrence's favorite places. Born January 11, 1942 in Hallok, MN, he finished high school in Minnesota. He served as a Lt. Colonel with the U.S. Marine Corps during the Vietnam war until his discharge in 1975, when he retired. He and Maxine Rondon were married in Clarks Valley on August 17, 1986. The couple recently renewed their wedding vows. Mr. Lawrence had been a Modoc resident for 23 years. He was an avid outdoorsman who loved to hunt and fish. He spent his summers fishing between West Valley Reservoir and Likely, where he and Maxine had a woodworking shop. Mr. Lawrence also enjoyed strumming and playing his guitar. His many personal songs were a joy to young and old. He was a member of the Modoc County Sheriff's Posse. He will be greatly missed by his family and his many friends. He is survived by his loving wife Maxine of Likely; two daughters Kimberly and Debbie in Las Vegas and Southern California and numerous grandchildren; stepchildren Kathy and Bruce Lanning, Fallon, NV and their son Shane Lanning; sisters Julie and Janice of Minnesota. Eugene M. Babcock Tulelake resident Eugene (Gene) M. Babcock, a former resident of Mt. Shasta, passed away on August 12, 2002 in Reno, Nevada, while attended by family members. Gene was born July 1, 1920, in Maryland. He moved to the Mt. Shasta area in the late 1930s and lived there until his retirement in 1974. He then moved to Tulelake where he lived on his ranch and raised "his cows". He loved attending the auctions in Alturas and bidding on his yearly herd. Mr. Babcock was a member of the C.C.C., a Marine Corps World War II veteran, belonged to the AFL-CIO, and was a member of the Elks Lodge. Until his retirement, he worked as a logger, heavy equipment operator, and as a Master Mechanic in the highway construction industry. He was an avid angler and hunter. He is survived by many loving family members: wife, Yvonne, Tulelake, CA; son Clifford, Benicia, CA; son Dean, Citrus Heights, CA; step-sons Frank Diaz and John Diaz, both of Tulelake; step-daughter Josie Dyer, Reno, Nv.; five grandchildren, five great-grandchildren; brothers Edwin, Raleigh and James; sisters Francis, Goldie, Geraldine, Shirley and Loretta. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Doris in 1966, and his son Douglas in 1989. There will be a graveside service on Friday, August 23 at 11 a.m. at the Mount Shasta Memorial Park. Walter T. 'Tiny' Baker Walter Thomas "Tiny" Baker died in Fort Bidwell, CA on August 16, 2002 at the age of 85. A graveside memorial service was held at the Fort Bidwell Cemetery on Monday, August 19 at 2 p.m. Mr. Baker was born to Arthur and Alice (Robbins) Baker in San Francisco on February 11, 1917. They moved to Petaluma in 1919 where he was reared. On July 17, 1937, he married the former Virginia Devine in Stockton, CA. They made their home in Petaluma where they reared their family. Mr. Baker was involved in the family real estate business for 25 years in Petaluma and was actively involved with the Boy Scouts. He was an avid outdoorsman. He and Virginia retired to Fort Bidwell in 1970, where they started a pollen collecting business and were actively involved in the community. Mr. Baker is survived by sons, John and Thomas Baker; grandchildren, Joe and Kelly Baker; sister Evelyn Karsevar of Los Angeles; brother Edward "Ned" Baker of Modesto; nephew and wife Frank and Sheryl Devine; niece and husband Mikel Ann and Dennis O'Connell; sister-in-law, Arline Devine of Petaluma and numerous other nieces and nephews. Contributions in memory of Mr. Baker may be sent to the charity of the donor's choice. Desert Rose Funeral Chapel of Lakeview, OR was in charge of arrangements. August 29, 2002 Judge John P. Baker Modoc County Superior Court Judge John P. Baker passed away on August 21, 2002, in Sacramento, CA after a brief battle with cancer. John Paul Baker was born on April 13, 1941, in Sacramento, CA. After graduating from Modoc High School in 1959, he attended Stanford University in Palo Alto, CA, receiving his A. B. degree in 1963. Heeding President John F. Kennedy's call to public service, John enlisted in the United States Peace Corps and served as a teacher in Thailand from 1963 to 1965. After returning to the United States, he enrolled in Boalt Hall School of Law at the University of California, Berkeley, where he received his Juris Doctor degree in 1969. He was admitted to the California State Bar in 1970. After working in the Office of the Legislative Counsel in Sacramento, John served as Deputy Public Defender for Humboldt County from 1970 to 1972. Judge Baker moved back to his hometown of Alturas in 1972, where he served as Deputy District Attorney for Modoc County from 1972 to 1975. In 1975, he was elected to the first of two terms as Modoc County District Attorney. After eight years as District Attorney, John entered private practice. From 1983 to 1996, he worked as a sole practitioner specializing in transactional law and civil litigation in Alturas. In addition to his private practice, John served as Alturas City Attorney for many years, and was particularly proud of his long association with and representation of Surprise Valley Electrification Corporation. John was elected Modoc County Superior Court Judge in March of 1996. Prior to taking office, he was appointed to fill a vacancy on the Modoc County Superior Court bench by Governor Pete Wilson on July 18, 1996. Judge Baker was known as an accessible judge who refused to shy away from controversial positions on the court. He performed the functions of his office with ability, fairness, diligence and efficiency. Judge Baker started several significant new programs during his years on the bench, including a drug court to monitor drug users more closely and a peer court for juveniles. He ran unopposed for a second term in 2002. John was a member of the Alturas Rotary Club for 30 years, serving as President in 1984. He was a member of the California Bar Association from 1970 until being elected to the Superior Court in 1996. John was an avid gardener and skier, and enjoyed a lifelong love of the outdoors, including camping, backpacking and fishing. John made what he called "the best decision of his life" when he married the former Anna Neill on October 6, 1984. Two children were born to this union, Maggie Bryce Baker (age 16) and Jack Neill Baker (age 9). John is survived by his wife, Anna Neill Baker, of Alturas; his three children, Morgan Melissa Baker of Redding, Maggie Bryce Baker and Jack Neill Baker of Alturas; his mother, Teresa Baker, of Gold River; seven brothers and sisters, Tom Baker and wife Carol of Fair Oaks, Tim Baker and wife Susan of Fair Oaks, Stephen Baker and wife Cheryl of Alturas, Chris Favor of Chico, Paul Baker and wife Cary of Alturas, Therese May and husband Steve of Arnold, and Gigi Raymond and husband Tom of Folsom; and numerous loving nieces and nephews. John's life was celebrated at a memorial mass at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Alturas on August 24, 2002, with numerous family and friends in attendance. Rev. Patrick J. Henry conducted the service. The family would like to thank all the wonderful people who showed their love and support for John throughout his illness. Alice Bulington In memory of the loss "of a very wonderful woman who was dearly loved by all," her family say it seems that in her last years, playing bingo, attending yard sales and the love of her husband and family were her life force. "To know Alice was to know her joy of life. She was always there for her family and always put them first before herself. The unconditional love she showed everyone paralleled her love for Christ." At approximately 2:40 a.m., on August 20, 2002, she breathed her last, while holding the hand of her beloved of 42 years. In her last days, as the end drew near, she was at peace with the inevitable as she would soon be in greener pastures, with the Great Shepherd. Born Alice B. Littleton in Wichita Falls, Texas on June 19, 1929, she was married to Charles F. Bulington on October 4 in Las Vegas, Nev., 42 years ago. v After living in Watsonville, CA for 30 years, the Bulingtons retired to Alturas, where they have been residing for the past 10 years. Mrs. Bulington is survived by her loving husband Charles F. Bulington of Alturas; seven daughters, four sons-in-law, numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren and one great-great grandchild, along with friends, too numerous to count. The Bulington Family thanks Nick Contaxis of Kerr Mortuary for his compassion and assistance. Albert J. Christy Former Surprise Valley teacher and coach, Albert J. Christy, 78, of Corvallis, OR., passed away August 26, 2002 in Corvallis. Services will be held Friday, August 30 at 3 p.m. at DeMoss-Durdan Garden Chapel in Corvallis, OR., with visitation on Friday, Aug. 30 from 12 noon to 2 p.m. at the Chapel. Memorial donations may be made to Corvallis Clinic, Dept. of Oncology and Hematology, 3680 N.W. Samaritan Dr., Corvallis, OR 97330 or Albert Christy Fund at Good Samaritan Hospital, 3600 N.W. Samaritan Drive, Corvallis, OR 97330. A complete obituary will be published in next week's Record. ~~~~~~ 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 - August 1, 2002 Kenneth B. 'Hoss' Salters Kenneth Bryant "Hoss" Salters, a resident of Bieber, CA. died suddenly on July 18, 2002 at Mayers Memorial Hospital in Fall River Mills, CA. He was 41. Hoss was born in Fresno, California on September 25, 1960. He moved to Bieber as a child and graduated from Big Valley High School in 1978. He and Lori Gerig were married on June 10, 1980. In 1981, they moved to Weed, where he attended and graduated from College of the Siskiyous. He and his family lived in Siskiyou County where he was employed in the lumber industry for 20 years, before moving back to Bieber in August of 2001. Mr. Salters was employed at Modoc County Alcohol and Drug Services as a Prevention Specialist. He was also a licensed foster parent for the past 13 years. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, all types of sports and music. But, his greatest joy came from meeting and visiting with people of all walks of life. A Memorial Service was held at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, July 23, 2002 at the Bieber Memorial Park. Kerr Mortuary, Alturas, CA, was in charge of Crematory arrangements. Survivors include his wife Lori of Bieber; a son and daughter-in-law Nathan and Janice Hans of Sacramento; daughters Kassidy of Sacramento; Hilary of Bend, OR; Abby of Bieber and Mickiela Sanchez of Bieber. His parents, Hugh "Dob" and Pat Salters of Calder, Idaho; brothers and sisters-in-law Brent and Michelle Salters of Adin; Mike and Tasha Salters of Bieber; and sisters and brothers-in-law, Leslie and Ron Rhodes of Bieber and Cathy and John Landoski of Adin. He is also survived by his father and mother-in-law Peter and Lynne Gerig of Bieber; and brother and sister-in-law Bryan and Shannon Gerig of Bieber. His nieces and nephews include: Tristen, Deiter, Kolby, Shae and Isaiah Salters; Nicholas and Rhett Rhoades; Elizabeth Landoski; and Kellen and Konnor Gerig. Memorial donations may be made to the Hoss Salters Memorial Fund @ Tri-Counties Bank, Bridge Street, Bieber, CA 96009. Olive Lorene Stevenson Olive Lorene Stevenson, formerly of Alturas, passed away in Grants Pass, Ore. on July 29, 2002. Memorial services will be held Saturday, Aug. 3 at 11:00 a.m. at the Latter-day Saints Church, 1969 Williams Highway, Grants Pass, Oregon. A graveside service will be held at Mountain View Cemetery, 2 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 6 in Pueblo, Colorado. Born Olive Lorene Mills in Emerson, Mills County, Iowa on November 26, 1913, to Moses Franklin Mills and Alice Hyvola (Hanchett) Mills, she was reared on a farm in Kansas and learned work ethics early in life. She suffered many hardships, including the deaths of her father and mother when she was age three. But, Lorene never lost her love for her fellow man. Lorene worked with developmentally challenged individuals for many years, and in several nursing homes and hospitals. She was known for her compassion and kindness to all with whom she associated. Over the years, she was employed with Colorado State Home and Training School in Grand Junction, Colo.; Southern Nevada Memorial Hospital, Las Vegas, Nev. She "loved" working in the newborn nursery and in Obstetrics at the Moab Hospital, Moab, Utah. She and Donald B. Murphy were married in Concordia, Kansas. He preceded her in death in 1967. After her retirement, she served multiple missions for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and worked with the LDS Relief Society. She served her first mission in Texas. She relocated to Alturas in 1980. After her marriage to John M. Stevenson on Feb. 22, 1986 in Alturas, Calif., they both served missions in Australia, Papua New Guinea, Philippines and Florida. Lorene was very fond of gardening, wilderness walks, picnics, and wildlife observation. She was proficient in crochet, embroidery and quilting, which she gave as gifts to her loved ones and friends. She celebrated life and frequently made statements of encouragement to others, who were facing challenges. She was very dedicated and determined to succeed in all of her undertakings. Lorene and John resided in Alturas until their move to Grants Pass, Ore. in 2000. She was preceded in death by her parents; two daughters, Alice Ann Murphy and Marilynn Kay (Murphy) David, and her first husband Donald B. Murphy. She lovingly leaves behind her husband John M. Stevenson of Grants Pass, Oregon; two children, Donallorene Bledsoe of Overton, Nevada and son Donald R. Murphy of Alturas, Calif.; sister Mildred Fick of Pueblo, Colo.; eight grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren and three great-great grandchildren. Hull and Hull Mortuary of Grants Pass is in charge of arrangements. Phylis May Bowers Services for Phylis May Bowers will be held at graveside today, August 1 at the Cedarville, CA Cemetery. The Rev. Dr. Ben Zandstra will officiate the 10:00 a.m. service. Mrs. Bowers passed away July 28, 2002 in Alturas, CA, after a long illness. She was born Phylis May Hobbs on November 9, 1919 in Lake City, CA. She graduated from Surprise Valley High School in 1938. She married Albert Blake Bowers in Reno, Nevada on August 21, 1945 and was a homemaker. Albert's work as a brand inspector and ranch manager found them away from Modoc County for 46 years. After his death in 1984, she returned. She had been a resident at Modoc Medical Center's Skilled Nursing Facility, Alturas. She is survived by her son Frank of Gonzales, CA; sister Barbara and husband Steve Slinkard of Alturas; sister-in-law Marie Winnop of Orland, CA; nephews Don and wife Bonnie Slinkard and Gary and wife Susan Slinkard all of Alturas; niece Wanda Slinkard of Reno, Nevada and numerous nieces and nephews. Two older sisters preceded her in death. Memorial contributions may be directed to the Federated Church or any charity of the donor's choice. Leo John Gysin, Jr Leo John Gysin, Jr. passed away on Saturday, July 6, 2002, in Salem, Oregon. He was born in Alturas, CA., on Aug. 16, 1954, and had lived in Salem for the last 17 years. He married Kimberly on June 1, 1983. Leo had been a realtor for 15 years and owned and operated Valley Realty Group, Inc., with his wife, Kim, for the past six years. Survivors include his wife, Kimberly; sons, Michael and Steven, both of Salem, and Nathan of Florida; mother, Dorothy of Stayton, OR.; brother, Greg of Salem; sisters, Laine Loscar of Salem, Eve O'Connor of Gates, OR., Margaret Ferguson of Vya, NV., Holly of Germany, and Cindy Fields of Tampa, FL.; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. He enjoyed spending time with his family and was an avid pilot who enjoyed flying and working on his airplanes. He looked forward to his yearly trip to the Osh Kosh EAA Fly-In and his annual trips to Alaska. He was a member of the AOPA and the Cessna Pilots' Association, as well as various realtor organizations. He was also excitedly anticipating the birth of his first grandchildren, a set of twins, due in October. A celebration of his life was held July 13 at First Baptist Church in Stayton, OR. Burial was at St. Boniface Cemetery in Sublimity, OR. Arrangements were by Weddle Funeral Home in Stayton. Vera Irene Worrell Tiedtke A memorial service for Vera Irene Worrell Tiedtke of Alturas will be held Friday, August 2 at 2:00 p.m. at Church of Christ, Warner St., Alturas. Dewey Potter will officiate. Mrs. Tiedtke, a resident of Alturas for the past seven years, passed away at Mercy Medical Center in Redding, CA. on July 5, 2002. She was born Vera Irene Worrell in Nebraska on March 19, 1910, where she finished high school and married Arthur L. Tiedtke, Sr. in December of 1929 in Tyndal, South Dakota. They lived in Sonora for many years where Mrs. Tiedtke was a homemaker. She enjoyed making crafts and enjoyed all children. She was also an avid reader and member of the Church of Christ. Her husband preceded her in death October of 1993. She is survived by her daughter Lois and son-in-law Dick Miller of Aurora, CO.; daughter Sandra and son-in-law Emery Hendricksen of Sandstone, Minnesota; daughter AnnaMarie and son-in-law Douglas Thorp of Alturas, CA.; son-in law Enrico Chiodo, Sr. of Carmichael, CA; 13 grandchildren, 30 great-grandchildren and 12 great-great grandchildren and three sisters Betty Marksmeier and Hazel Worrell of Wiesner, Nebraska and Eve Friberg of Stanton, Neb. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed to the Church of Christ, 1450 N. Warner St., Alturas, CA. 96101. Interment will be at Lakeside Memorial in Hughson, CA. August 8, 2002 Gerald 'Jerry' D. MacDonnell Gerald "Jerry" Douglas MacDonnell, 58, died on Saturday, July 27, 2002 at his home in Ione, CA. Mr. MacDonnell was born on Jan. 11, 1944 in Lodi, CA. He was a self-employed backhoe operator for 10 years and worked in the construction field for 25 years. He lived in Amador County for 40 years, was a member of Ducks Unlimited, Native Sons of the Golden West, Rocky Mountain Elks Foundation and loved hunting. He is survived by his son and daughter-in-law Jeff and Jennifer . MacDonnell of Alturas; son Tim MacDonnell of Alturas, CA; father and mother James and Elaine MacDonnell of Ione; sister Judie Graves of Pine Grove; brother and sister-in-law, Dan and Peggy MacDonnell of Stockton; brother and sister-in-law, Monte and Patty MacDonnell of Ione; brother, Michael MacDonnell of Ione; and grandchildren Wyatt, Brenndon and Cole. A memorial Mass was celebrated on Friday, Aug. 2 at 11 a.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Ione. Inurnment will be private. Arrangements are being handled by Daneri Mortuary in Jackson. Memorial contributions may be made to the Hospice of Amador, P.O. Box 595, Jackson, CA 95642. August 15, 2002 Elizabeth Christina Kresge Elizabeth Christina Kresge of Adin passed away August 7, 2002 at Mayers Memorial Hospital in Fall River Mills, CA. She was 86. Born Elizabeth Christina Walters to Stanley and Bella Walters on March 23, 1916 in Parkdale, Oregon, she attended high school in Hood River, Ore. She earned her Bachelor of Science degree from Oregon State University in Corvallis, OR and taught Home Economics in Portland, OR for eight years, before moving to California, where she was hired as a University of California Demonstration Agent in Modoc County. She met and married Owen S. Kresge in Modoc County and the two were married on December 21, 1946 in Paradise, CA. They made their home at their ranch in Round Valley, north of Adin. Mrs. Kresge was a member of several organizations including Order of the Eastern Star, Big Valley Garden Club, Lookout Grange, 50-Plus Club and Rebekah Lodge. She also served as a 4-H sewing leader. She is survived by her son Paul Kresge of Forest Lake, MN; daughter Jane Copp of Adin, CA.; brother, Jack Walters of LaJolla, CA; six grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Her husband Owen preceded her in death on January 31, 1993. No services are planned at this time. Memorials may be made to a charity or scholarship fund of the donor's choice. Janice Kay Hart Native Modoc'er Janice Kay Hart passed away in Brookings, Oregon on August 1, 2002. She was 66. Modoc residents will recall Mrs. Hart's fine wood crafts, as a master crafter, which she sold at craft gatherings. She worked as a team with her husband Grady, toward craft project completions. Born Janice Kay Chapman in Alturas, CA on Christmas Day, Dec. 25, 1935, she graduated from Surprise Valley High School in Cedarville. During her adult years, she had a varied working life including owning a restaurant and hardware store in Dorris, CA to working at a fish hatchery in Brookings, OR. Mrs. Hart had also enjoyed bowling, golfing and traveling. She and Grady Hart were married on May 13, 1962, in Reno, Nev She is survived by her husband Grady Hart of Brookings, OR; daughter Candy and son-in-law Kim Maidens of Lake City, CA; cousin Phyllis Harris; granddaughters, Missy, Brandie, Mindy and Melanie; great-grandchildren, Jordan, Lacie, Taylor, Katie, Sierra, Natalie and Ian and her ex-husband Mutt Vermillion. Services were conducted at graveside, by Scott Menez, at the Lake City Cemetery in Lake City, CA on August 6 Memorials may be directed to the Lake City Baptist Church, Lake City, CA or Smith River Methodist, Smith River, CA. ~~~~~~ Billie C. & Anita 'Jean' Reynolds Family Researcher of "The Last Frontier" Modoc County, California --- Our outgoing mail is checked by ZoneAlarm AntiVirus.