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Gayle Rochelle Freshcorn Hubbard

March 16, 1960 – April 19, 2015

Gayle was born on March 16, 1960, one of eight children. She married Lon Lee Hubbard on December 31, 1980. Together they had three children: Michael, Jason, and Katherine and Gayle always loved Lee’s oldest child, Michelle, as one of her own. They moved to the Susanville area in 1984, where Gayle became a cornerstone of the community. She always welcomed every child into her home, providing them with a good meal, somewhere to sleep, and tough love.

Gayle was preceded in death by her brothers Bill and Harry Freshcorn, sister Madalin Gene and son Michael, aka Popcorn. She is survived by her husband Lee; children Kassie and husband Rocky; Michelle and husband Dustin; son Jason and wife Autumn; and grandchildren: Aunika, Travis, Paislee and McKinley. A remembrance was held on April 25th and the family wishes to thank all who attended and held Gayle in their hearts. She will be remembered daily as the people who loved her cook, garden, and watch her children and grandchild grow and prosper.

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Glenn H. Wemple

Glenn H. Wemple slipped quietly from this world on June 4, 2015 with his wife and daughter at his side. Glenn, a member of a pioneer family was settled in Milford in 1863, was born on May 27, 1926 on the family ranch. He was a second son of Claude C. and Henrietta Winchester Wemple.

Glenn spent his childhood playing in the fields and creeks near his family’s home. He began his education in the one-room school in Milford. After graduating from eighth grade, he attended Lassen High School, graduating in 1944. While attending Lassen, he participated in football and played the trombone in the high school band.

Upon graduation, Glenn spent two years in the Army. His experiences as a soldier became the basis of his book, Drafted. Glenn later attended Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo, only to be called home as his help was needed on the ranch. Glenn then attended Lassen Community College, playing football for the college team. These experiences became another book, The Evergreen Bowl.

Glenn was passionate about agriculture and education. He spent his life as a faithful steward of the land. Glenn and his brother Don, spent their lives improving their land, crops and cattle herd. Their generation helped to bring agriculture from the horse-drawn era into the technological age.

In 1957 Glenn earned a seat on the Lassen High School/Lassen College Board. He retired from the Lassen Community College Board in 1987. He felt strongly that community colleges should be open to all that wished to attend. Glenn felt colleges should operate to meet student needs in both academic and vocational programs. His goal was to keep costs reasonable for the benefit of students. Glenn served on many state committees, working to improve the quality of education for community college students.

Glenn had a deep love of his family. His sense of humor added fun to all family gatherings. He enjoyed a good discussion or argument, depending on which side of the discussion you were defending. For many years Glenn and Verna hosted the bi-annual Wemple Family Reunion at their ranch, inviting the clan back to their roots in Milford.

Glenn is predeceased by his parents, Claude and Henrietta Wemple. He is also predeceased by his brother Don (Gay) Wemple and his sister Myra (LaRoy) Hunt.

Survivors include his wife of sixty-three years, Verna, his eldest son, Bill (Janelle), Daughter, Glenda (Randy), and Son Fred (Dena). Glenn also leaves behind his Brother, David, and Wife, Donna.

Glenn leaves a legacy in his grandchildren: Kimber Azevedo, Kelly Del Carlo (John), Rob Azevedo, Matt Wemple, and Callie Wemple. This great-grandchildren include: Dyllan Del Carlo, Nathan Del Carlo, Lily Del Carlo, Joel Del Carlo and Paige Azevedo. Glenn leaves a wonderful extended family of nieces, nephews and cousins, all of whom played an important role in his life.

Services were held on Wednesday, June 10, 2015 at the Good Shepherd Episcopal Church. Internment followed at the Milford Cemetery.

In keeping with Glenn’s wishes, the family asks that all charitable donations be sent to the Lassen Community College Foundations Endowment Fund in Glenn Wemple’s memory. Donations may be sent to: The Lassen College Foundation, Lassen Community College, P.O. Box 3000, Susanville, Ca. 96130.

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Rufina Groso Garate Aguirre – July 30, 1914 – June 13, 2015

Rufina Groso was born on July 30, 1914 to Spanish Basque immigrant parents, Carlos (Chale) Groso and Maria Belen Egurrola Groso. Chale and Maria traveled from Smith Valley, Nevada, by horse and buggy to the Hotel Español in Reno, Nevada, where they welcomed their first of eight children, Rufina. After having eight children of their own (Rufina, Angelo, Ernest, Josephine, Juanita, Mary, Carmen and Charley), her parents adopted two orphaned children (Louis and Richard Zatica), growing their family to a total of ten children. Rufina attended school in Smith Valley’s one room school house with her brothers and sisters.

Rufina had two marriages. She was first married in April 1931 to Julian Garate (father of her children Angelina, Julian, Johnny and Rosemary) and later to Frank Aguirre (children from his previous marriage, Paul and Anita) in September of 1943. That same year, she moved to Susanville, California. Rufina was employed by Lassen Lumber & Box Company. She was also employed by, and eventually retired after 23 years of service, with Safeway Stores in 1975. Rufina was well known and loved by the Susanville community especially during her employment with Safeway, where she assisted shoppers by checking them out for their grocery purchases and was fondly given the nick-name “PeeWee.”

Rufina enjoyed attending the annual Lassen County Fair to see the exhibits of crafts and cooking by her friends. She attended church regularly and enjoyed community involvement. Rufina was an excellent cook and was always pleased to prepare food for large gatherings of family and friends. During the holidays, she enjoyed baking and giving loaves of bread, neatly wrapped in Christmas paper and ribbons. Rufina was a very hard-working, practical and resourceful woman with a quick wit, a hearty laugh, and a good sense of humor that served her well to the end of her life. She took great pleasure in giving watches as graduation gifts and clocks as wedding and anniversary gifts. Rufina enjoyed her rich and productive lifetime of nearly 101 years. She passed away surrounded by her loving family on June 13, 2015. Rufina will be deeply missed and lovingly remembered.

Rufina Groso Garate Aguirre is survived by two sisters, Juanita Groso Morace and Carmen Groso Farias (Harold), her children, Angelina Garate Goni, Julian Garate (Janet), Johnny Garate (Norma), Rosemary Garate Murphy, Paul Aguirre (Marge), eighteen grandchildren, twenty-seven great grandchildren, and eleven great, great grandchildren, along with nieces, nephews, family and friends.

On Monday, June 22, 2015, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church – 120 N. Union St. Susanville, CA 96130, A Recitation of the Holy Rosary will be held at 10:45 a.m., followed by A Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 a.m., a brief graveside service at Diamond Crest Cemetery, to be followed by a reception at Monsignor Moran Hall on Weatherlow and North St., Susanville, California.

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Faye Nye Laver

On June 25^th 2015, at the age of 89, Faye Nye Laver passed from this life, and into the loving hands of our Heavenly Father. She passed away from complications from surgery for a broken femur. All who knew her will miss her kind heart, determination, and positive outlook on life. She inspired others to never give up when faced with adversity.

A lifetime resident of Lassen County, Faye was born on Mother’s Day, May 9, 1926 on a sheep and cattle ranch in Secret Valley, California to Walter and Clara Nye. She was raised along with her two sisters, Beulah (Nye) Laver, and Ida (Nye) Fox, who preceded her in death, and one brother, Wallace Nye who currently resides in Corning, California. Faye attended school in Secret Valley and later graduated from Lassen High in 1945. Shortly thereafter, on October 8, 1945 she married rancher Earl “Bud” Laver at what is now the Bradbury Ranch in Standish. Married 48 years, Bud died on December 18, 1993 after succumbing to a second bout with cancer.

Faye was a gifted nurturer, a full-time mother to her own children as well as several nieces and nephews. After ranching with her family for 20 years, Faye spent 20 years as Postmaster of the Standish Post Office where she retired in 1995. Faye was recognized as Lassen County’s “Old Timer of the Year” in 2013. Faye was a member of the Native Daughters, Rusty Cowbelles, Shaffer PTA, Standish Bible Church, Lassen County CattleWomen’s Association, Missionary Ladies Group, and her church book club. She will be remembered as an artist, and her pictures showed her love of Lassen County, its beautiful rural scenes and the animals she loved so much. She was an amazing cook and everyone looked forward to a family gathering or potluck that included one or two of Nana’s pies. Every birthday party and many weddings included one of her specialty decorated cakes. It was a known fact that she made the best cinnamon rolls in Lassen County, which were enjoyed by many branding crews. She also enjoyed cooking at 4-H camps at both Blue Lake and Eagle Lake. Her love of life and her Lord Jesus Christ showed through her ministry at Standish Bible Church and the AWANA program. Her favorite bible verse was John 3:16 “For God so loved the world that he gave his only begotten Son that whosoever believeth in Him shall not perish but have everlasting life.” She made sure her great grandchildren not only knew the verse by heart, but understood the importance of God’s forgiveness in their lives.

She is survived by her brother Wallace Nye of Corning; son Cliff Laver (Laura) of Westfield, Indiana; son Gary Laver (Ann) of Venezuela; daughter Nancy (Laver) Satica (Bob) of Standish; son Ron Laver (Cindy) of Litchfield; grandson Ian Hancock (Vanessa) great grandchildren Audrey, Lauren and Olivia; grandson Doug Satica (Carrie) and great grandchildren Brand, Autry and Shade; grandson Rocky Satica (Kassie) and great grandchildren Paislee and McKinley; grandson Jed Laver (Tonia) great grandchild Sophia; grandson Tad Laver (Brittany) and grandchildren Katherine, Michael, and Lariel; and grandson Mark Laver; as well as more than 16 nieces and nephews.

A memorial service will be held at Honey Lake Valley Assembly on Wednesday, July 1st at 2:00 p.m., followed by a potluck celebration of life. The family requests memorial donations be sent to Standish Bible Church, 718-960 Plumas Street, Standish, Ca, or Lassen County Cattle Women’s Association, PO Box 1469, Susanville, Ca.

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Stuart Raymond Robertson

Stuart Raymond Robertson, born April 6, 1993 and entered in to eternal rest on July 12, 2015.

Stuart was an avid hunter and fisherman. He loved the outdoors and was always with his lab Isabella.

Stuart brought joy to everyone he met with his quick wit, always putting a smile on everyone face. He was always on the go. Stuart lived his short life to the fullest, always there to help a friend.

Stuart was a volunteer firefighter with the Doyle Fire protection District. He considered these people as his brothers, sisters and best friends.

He is survived by his mother and his step father, Linda and Bob Schoenstein of Doyle, CA. His father Steve Robertson of Reno, NV. His brother Matthew and sisters Cheryl, Bridget and Kimberly. His step brothers Robert, Daniel and Stephen Schoenstein. Also maternal grandmother Feryl Logue and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. Not forgetting his best friend and companion, his lab Isabella.

The Family would like to thank all of the Doyle Firefighters. Without the help of them, we would be lost in this time of need.

Services are provided by Walton’s Colonial Mortuary, will be held at the Constantia Church, Doyle cemetery on July 18, 2015. Viewing will be from 9-11. Services will be at noon.

In lieu of flowers, Stuart would have wanted any donations to be made to the Doyle Fire District Volunteers. PO Box 189 Doyle, CA. 96109

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Hazel Pearl Sweeten

Hazel Pearl Sweeten was born October 24, 1935. She passed away at her home in Susanville on July 14, 2015. Hazel had been a resident of Susanville for 35 years. She was preceeded in death by her Husband Estell Eugene Sweeten in 2009.

Hazel and Gene where married in August 15, 1954. As newly weds they lived in Long Beach CA, Moving to Turlock, San Jose and Elk Grove in the mid 60′s, shortly after moving to Elk Grove they began raising Morgan Horses. Although Hazel never rode herself, few things made her happier then seeing her horses in the Show ring being shown, and could always be heard cheering them on from the grandstands.

Hazel was a long time 4-H leader in Wilton 4-H, she loved children and thought of all the 4-H members as “Her Kids” when her granddaughter Melissa joined, 4-H Hazel volunteered as the sewing leader for the Standish 4-H club passing on her incredible talent as a seamstress.

Being called “G” by her granddaughter instead of Grandma, She became know as “G” to numerous kids and adults alike.

After Gene passed away in 2009, Hazel joined the local Humane Society, she loved being a part of the organization and helping with the groups fundraisers.

It’s so hard to put someone’s life in a couple of paragraphs, but Hazel loved life, she loved people and animals and was one of the kindest people you could ever hope to know. She will be greatly missed by everyone that knew her.

Hazel was preceded in death by her Husband Estell Eugene Sweeten, her parents Truman and Ila Huddleston, her sisters Thelma Putman, and Naomi Casteel.

Hazel is survived by her sister Juanita Wood, her daughter Debi and son in law Dennis Michaels and her granddaughter Melissa Michaels.

Graveside Services for Hazel will be held at the Diamond Crest Cemetary, in Susanville Californa on Saturday July 25th, 2015 at 1:00 p.m

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Jenna Marie Patton

Jenna 19, of Susanville, California passed away on July 12, 2015.

Born on September 22, 1995 to parents Lennard Allison Patton Jr. and Beverly Ann Patton in Lindsay, Ca.

Jenna loved life. As a young girl, she enjoyed dance and softball. In high school, she continued to dance and became a Lassen High School Cheerleader. She was an active member of FFA and Floral Team.

Jenna was loved by all and loved her family and friends. She is survived by her parents Lennard and Beverly, her two sisters Nicole and Rachelle, her two nephews Rylan and Parker, and one nephew and niece that she will sadly never meet. She also leaves behind her maternal grandparent Joyce Gunthrie and Paternal grandparents Lennard and Juanita Patton. She is also survived by several loving aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends.

The Celebration of Life service will be held on Saturday, July 18, 2015 at 2:00 pm hosted by Susanville Assembly of God Church located on Richmond Road.

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Holly Ann Streible

Holly Ann Streible, 72, passed away on July 1, 2015 at Atria Senior Living in Reno, Nevada, where she had resided over the past year. We are grateful to Gentiva Hospice and Atria for their great care at the end of her life.

She leaves behind her daughter, Valerie (Streible) Ballestrasse and her husband, David, of San Bruno, California; her son, Chad Streible and his wife, Mary Jo (Murphy) Streible and three grandchildren, Stacy Lynn, Kara Juanita Ann, Cameron James and great grandchild, Antonio James, of Susanville, California; plus her favorite uncle, Robert Brown and his daughter Charlene Neilsen, of Fresno, California, and there are many relatives from all over the USA.

She was preceded in death by her loving husband, Chester ‘Chet’ Allen Streible, brother, Michael Dale Sellers and parents, Dale and Ruth Sellers.

Holly was born in Hutchenson, Kansas to Ruth and Dale Sellers on May 16, 1943. The first few years of her life her mom and she spent with her dad’s mom in Oklahoma, while he was in the Navy during World War II.

During her childhood her parents moved around a lot due to her allergies and asthma with the changing of the seasons. She attended Folsom High School, American River Junior College, Sacramento State, Lake Superior College and Lassen Community College.

Holly was a designated Hospital Candy Striper and won Folsom Festival Queen and Miss Folsom County. She married the love of her life, Chet on March 18, 1962 at Mather Air Force Base in Sacramento, CA at the age of 18. The Air Force tried to talk them out of marrying so young, but they were persist and their loving marriage lasted for 48 years, until Chet’s passing.

She and Chet enjoyed traveling the world through the Air Force living in places like Japan, Hawaii, Turkey and all over the USA. They choose to live off base, whenever possible, to enjoy the culture.

They had their first child, Valerie in 1964 and second child Chad in 1970. Holly was a stay at home mom, until the kids were in school, then she worked at the kid’s schools helping out. She had many part time jobs over the years, so she would be home with the kids after school.

She retired out of City Hall in Susanville, California in the early 1990′s. Her favorite job was at Western Tri Pack, as a secretary to the manager at the time. When her husband retired 20 years later from the Air Force, they fell in love with the Lassen County area, the American Legion with it’s auxiliary, local friends and coworkers. So they stayed to make a permanent home in Standish.

She was a proud member of the American Legion Auxiliary who loved to paint, make pottery on the wheel, read and use computers. She also loved the family ranch out at Standish, her kids and grandchildren. When her husband, Chet passed on May 21, 2010, she moved into assisted living. She was never the same without her best friend and life love ‘Chet.’

We believe she is finally at rest and peace with her love again.

There will be a memorial for Holly Ann Streible, on August 1, 2015 at 11:00a.m. located at the Standish Bible Church in Standish. Following the service everyone will go to the Diamond Crest Veterans’ Cemetery for a military interment for Chet and final rest for Holly. They did not want anything after, so we are respecting their wishes.

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Frankie Joann Simpson

Frankie Joann Simpson, 82, was surrounded by family and love when she passed on July 28, 2015 at Banner Lassen Medical Center.

She leaves behind her children Rhonda and Vernon Templeton of Susanville, Rebecca Guess of Susanville, and Scott Simpson of Lake Almanor. She was a loved grandmother to Shelley and Leo Bennett, Casey Templeton, Alison Templeton, Warren and Katherine Guess, Denver Guess of San Diego, Jordan and Tressa Guess of Abilene, TX, and Matthew and Kasey Johnson of Marysville, WA and great grandmother to Ashley Templeton, Jacob, Landon, and Sofia Bennett, Lucy, Bo, Chloe, and Zane Johnson, with a little Guess baby on the way. She is also survived by older sister Wanda Hubanks of Waterford.

She was preceded in death by her precious children Rachelle Simpson and Paul W. “Beaver” Simpson and the love of her life Paul E. Simpson.

Joann was born on January 27, 1933 to Frank and Naomi Speake in Tahlequah, OK. The youngest of six children, Joann enjoyed a simple life with her brothers and sisters, riding horses and practicing rope tricks. In 1948 the Speake family headed west and moved to the Central Valley of California. Life was tough and she was often teased for her “okie” accent, but she was stubborn and resilient, traits she would carry throughout her life.

She met her future husband Paul at Oakdale High School, when she noticed him in the marching band. He was so handsome and reminded her of a movie star. They fell in love and married after graduation. They started their family in 1952 with the birth of their daughter Rhonda, followed quickly by Shelley, Becky, Beaver, and Scott.

In 1959, the Simpsons moved to Susanville. They joined the Susanville Assembly of God church where they met and made many lifelong friends. Their home was always filled with love and children. Joann and Paul opened their doors to anyone who needed a place to stay or a delicious home cooked meal. During this time, she also worked as a secretary at Lassen High School. Her kindness and compassion impacted many local youth.

Joann and Paul relocated to Chester, CA in 1982 where they built their dream home on the shore of Lake Almanor. Joann loved to ride her bike, walk along the lake, and enjoy the beautiful sunsets and view of Mt. Lassen from her deck. She kept busy as a surveyor’s assistant and fabric clerk at the Chester Emporium.

Joann was a natural mother and homemaker and loved to cook, bake, can, quilt, and sew matching outfits for her three girls. Her cookie jar was never empty and every newborn in the family (and elsewhere) received a homemade blanket at the time of their birth. She loved to craft and shared those talents with both children and adults Her bible study group at the Susanville Church of the Nazarene was responsible for starting the annual all-church craft fair held at the Monsignor Moran Hall.

She also loved sports and supported her sons at every Little League, Babe Ruth, Lassen High School, Menlo College and American River game that she could attend, often driving hundreds of miles on the weekend. Joann was a member of the LHS Booster Club and was seen on the football sidelines as the booster of the week many times. Later in life, she developed an appreciation for professional basketball and a crush on Michael Jordan. She was very competitive and proud of the fact that she won first place in the Chester 4th of July 5K at the age of 69.

Joann was a woman of God and devoted many hours to the churches she belonged to and the organizations associated with them, including Christian Women’s Club, Children’s Church, BGM Crusaders, VBS, Royal Rangers, Women’s Ministries, Mt. Lassen Family Camp, and she also held many offices and taught Sunday School. Her faith helped her to face life’s troubling times with a smile on her face and a song in her heart.

We will celebrate Joann’s wonderful life on Saturday August 8, 2015 at 1:00 in the afternoon at the Susanville Assembly of God. If you would like, wear something pink because it was her favorite color. Graveside and internment will follow at Diamond Crest Cemetery. The family invites you to enjoy two of Joann’s favorite things, dessert and coffee, afterward at the SAG fellowship hall. It was her wish that donations be made to the Mt Lassen Campground, where her family spent many fun summers. Please send checks to Mt. Lassen Campground, PO Box 52, Mineral, CA 96063.

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Leo Guitierez

Leo Guitierez passed away peacefully at home on July 24, 2015.

Leo was born to Felix Guitierez and Grace Joaquin Guitierez in Susanville, Ca. Jan 31, 1934 . Leo joined the navy in 1954 and served his country during the Korean war for 4 years, as an EN3 Engineman, aboard the USS Grapple. After his military service, Leo began his career in the lumber industry with Fruitgrowers Lumber Co. in 1957, and finished his career with Sierra Pacific Lumber Co. in 1998, 40+ yrs.

Leo became very active with his tribal development and infrastructure; he first served as Susanville Indian Rancheria Tribal Chairmanin 1977 and continually served on tribal council as Tribal Vice Chairman until 2006. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, wood craftsmanship, and he was an amazing knife-maker. Leo was an avid rancher, horsebreeder, and horseman with many award winning Appaloosas produced by his ranch.

Leo will be missed ever so greatly by family members and friends alike. Leo was proceeded in death by his father Felix Guitierez , mother Grace Joaquin Guitierez, brothers Bob Guitierez, Felix (aka Budge) Guitierez, Clyde Northrup, sisters Josephine Valadez , Ramona Evans, and first wife Delores Guitierez . Leo Guitierez is survived by his beloved wife Patricia Guitierez, and many nieces, nephew’s and cousin’s.

The wake will be held at the Rancheria gymnasium on Joaquin st July 31st at 5:00 p.m. Services for Leo will be August 1st at 11:00 a.m. at the Rancheria Gymnasium.

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Victor Pete Vicondoa “Trapper Vic”

On August 11, 2015, Victor (Vic) Vicondoa passed peacefully in a Reno hospital with his family by his side. Vic was born in Susanville, California June 29, 1934, to Fermin and Madeline Vicondoa.

Vic grew up on ranches in the Honey Lake Valley, the son of a Basque Sheepherder. He learned hard work at an early age.

Vic started working on the Elledge Ranch at age thirteen. He later went on to the Jenkins Ranch where he was the camp tender for the sheep herders. At the age of eighteen, he left the ranch to join the US Army, where he was stationed in Alaska. After returning back to Lassen County, he resumed his work at the Jenkins Ranch. With the encouragement of local rancher Bill Jenkins, Vic became employed as the Lassen County trapper in 1961. For thirty-five years he trapped for the ranchers of Lassen County, where he made many lifelong friends, until his retirement in 1996.

He was an avid outdoors man. Many deer seasons were spent horseback on Skeddadle Mountain with his brother Joe and numerous friends. Vic often spent his summer vacations in Likely, California hauling hay. He and his children enjoyed camping at Last Chance Creek on their annual firewood cutting trips. Vic also enjoyed chukkar hunting with his sons and grandson. Vic was proud of his Basque heritage. He was a simple man who always had the coffee pot on the wood stove.

Vic was preceded in death by his parents, his brothers Alfred Amestoy, Martin Amestoy and Joe Vicondoa. He is survived by his sister Francis Bilboa of Elko, Nevada; his three children daughter Barbara Oxford, sons Jess and Joe Vicondoa of Susanville, grandchildren Joey Glines (Tammi), Cody Glines (Jessica), Kelci and Calli Oxford and David and Jodi Vicondoa, four great grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.

Vic will be greatly missed by his family and friends. Graveside services will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, August 22nd, at the Janesville cemetery. Following the services, a gathering will be held at the Janesville park. Chorizo sandwiches will be provided. Please bring your own chair and a beverage of your choice.

In lieu of flowers, feel free to make a donation on his behalf to your favorite charity.

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James ‘Jim’ Bay

It is with great sadness to announce the passing of James “Jim” Bay, 80, of Herlong, CA and Reno, NV.

Jim passed way on July 8th, 2015 after a short battle with cancer. He is survived by his four children; Dennis and Kristen Bay, Terri Bay, Jimmy Bay, and Tammy and Russell Montgomery. Jim was born in Stillwater, OK to Juanita and Willis Bay and after a brief enlistment with the Army during the height of the Korean War he married Cherie Delores Bisiaux on August 2, 1959 in Minden, NV.

Jim spent a career as a government civilian working on the Hawk missiles system before his retirement in 1989. He then began working as a sales associate with Home Depot in Reno, which soon became his passion. If you new Jim then you were probably given or looking for advice on repairing or rebuilding cars, house’s, guns or one of the many other areas that he had gained enormous knowledge in. Because of his vast knowledge and love of helping people and the many friends he made within his coworkers and customers, Jim continued to work for Home Depot until his illness overtook his body.

Jim will be greatly missed by his family and friends. Services will be held on Saturday, August 29^th at the Doyle, CA community center from 10-4pm. All are welcome to attend this potluck style celebration of life.

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David Lee Dennis

Decedent’s full name: David Lee Dennis

Date of death: 08/14/2015

Place of death: Janesville, California

City of residence: Janesville

Cause of death: Natural

Date of birth: 04/25/1944

Place of birth: Susanville, California

Survived by: Brother, Benjamin Dennis and Brother Thomas Dennis

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David ‘Erik’ Bustamante

David ‘Erik’ Bustamante, 36, of Westwood, CA, went home to God on Saturday, September 5, 2015. He was born in Chester, CA on April 11, 1979 to David and Julie Bustamante. Erik graduated from Westwood High School in 1997 before serving in the US Navy.

Erik was an exceptional athlete in high school and earned numerous awards for his achievements in football and baseball. Erik was a very loving and caring person and always took care of his family and friends.

Erik is preceded in death by his Grandfather Raymond Bustamante, Grandmother Joan Oliphint, and Great grandmother Millie Vaughn. He is survived by his parents David and Julie, his beautiful daughter Mikailia, his grandparents Estella Bustamante, Jim and Andree Rust, and Greg Oliphint, his loving sister Nicole and brother-in-law Dustin Madden, his nephew Cristian Murray and his loving family that includes numerous aunts, uncles and cousins.

His spirit will be celebrated on September 19th at an 11 am Mass at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, in Susanville, CA. Followed by a brief gathering at the Monsignor Moran Hall on Weatherlow Street.

Memorial donations may be made to St. Jude or a charity of your choice.

Erik will be dearly missed and always in our hearts.

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Virginia Margaret Field

September 17, 1924 – September 12, 2015

Virginia went to sit at Jesus’ feet on September 12, 2015. She had been a resident of Eagle Lake Village in Susanville, California for the past 4 years.

Virginia was the daughter of Hall and Verna Pollard born in Nehawka, Nebraska on September 17, 1924, on their family farm. She graduated high school in the little town of Nehawka at age 16, class of 1941. Virginia’s parents didn’t have money for her to go to college but in her senior year, she won the National Canning Champion Scholarship from Ball canning jars. She graduated University Nebraska in 1945, at age 20 with a Bachelor of Science and was a member of Phi Upsilon Omicron. Virginia did her dietetic internship in Chicago, IL, and received her Registered Dietitian license in 1946.

Virginia met Emery Field, her husband of 63 years, at Livermore Veterans Hospital in 1946 where Virginia worked as a Dietitian and Emery worked as the cook. Virginia was Emery’s boss and continued to be his boss for the next 63 years.

Virginia and Emery lived in Oroville, California for over 57 years where they raised their 4 children Arlene, Margaret, Jeannie, and Mark. Virginia went back to work in 1959. She worked as a social worker for Butte County for 25 years. Virginia continued to stay busy. She was active in the Oroville UMC for over 55 years. Virginia loved to travel and had been to Japan, Alaska, Europe, New Zealand, and the Holy Land, and she was baptized in the River Jordan.

She was preceded in death by her parents Hall and Verna Pollard, sister Carol Ann Pollard, sister Margie Newman, daughter Margaret Field-Richter, and husband Emery Field.

She is survived by her brother James Pollard, by two daughters and son-in-laws, Arlene and Bill Hedge of Palmer, Alaska and Jeannie and Chet Long of Janesville, California; a son and daughter-in-law Mark and Kyoko Field of Hakone, Japan; eight grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. Her favorite charity was Heifer International.

Family will Celebrate the life of Virginia Field on Friday September 18^th at Eagle Lake Village at 4:00 pm. The Family will also be having an additional celebration in the Summer of 2016 at the United Methodist Church in Oroville, California.

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Nicholas Allen Jones

Nicholas “Nick” Allen Jones was born on December 12, 1991 and passed away on September 18, 2015.

In Nick’s short time, he lived his life doing things he loved. He had a passion for anything outdoors. Golfing was a favorite of his, in fact he was all league his senior year at Lassen High School where he graduated in 2010. He also played many other sports in his youth; his family said he was a natural athlete. He also had a passion for motorcycles.

He loved to fish, hunt and just enjoyed being with his family, whether it was camping or doing things around the house. He was one who “tinkered” with things; he had to take them apart to see how they worked before he would use them.

He had more “best” friends than his family knew was possible. Many whose lives he touched are now asking themselves, “What would Nick Jones do?”

In 2013 he graduated at the top of his class from MMI (Motorcycle Mechanics Institute) in Phoenix, Arizona.

At his sister Ashley’s recent wedding, he told her he “loved being in a suit, and that he could be in one everyday.” Nick thought he was meant to do something where he could wear one daily. He had a very special relationship with Ashley’s daughter, his niece, Addison. They were crazy about each other.

Nick believed he was meant to be born many years ago; he was an old soul who didn’t understand how people lived their lives today. In fact his philosophy was, “you only live once, live in debt.”

“Our Nick” is survived by his parents, Ed and Tina (Cordoba) Herrera and Tim Jones of Susanville. His beloved sister, Ashley (Justin) Sperle, his brother Anthony Herrera. Niece Addison Sperle. His grandparents; Berto and Pam Cordoba and David and Christine Westfall, of Susanville.

Aunts and uncles, Keith Cordoba of Susanville, Jeff and Christen Herrera of Lemoore, Ca, and Randy and Tami Bradshaw of Woodbridge, Ca. Plus many other aunts, uncles and cousins.

To the “Jim’s you know who you are, don’t be sad – Nick is now at peace. Live your lives as you know Nick would want you to.”

Donations can be made to the Lassen High Golf Team, and or the Junior Fishing Derby as those were two of Nick’s passions.

Services will be at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Saturday 11:00a.m. with graveside service to follow at Diamond Crest Cemetery. Reception to follow at Monsignor Moran Hall.

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William Kelly Blue

William Kelly Blue of Susanville, CA, died on Saturday, September 19, 2015 at Banner Lassen Medical Center. He was 65. He was born on September 8, 1950 in Adams Tennessee. He joined the United State Marine Corps at just 17. He completed two tours in Vietnam where he received the Purple Heart and Good Conduct Medals.

William is survived by his two sons William Kelly Blue II, Samuel Burdette Blue, daughters Robin Denise Pearl Blue-Susso and Evelyn Anne Louise Marie Voila Blue, along with seven grandchildren.

William was a true lover of the outdoors and he was happiest when camping, fishing and hunting with his family and friends. A unique soul, he will be greatly missed.

Please join us for a celebration of life for William Kelly Blue at the Veterans Hall, 1205 Main Street, Susanville CA, at 1:00 pm on Saturday, October 3, 2015. There will be a short video presentation. If you would like to include any pictures for the presentation, please email them to kellyblueii@yahoo.com. There will also be an open mic for anyone who would like to speak. (Prepared comments up to 3 minutes)

All are welcome to attend.

In Loving Memory for

William Kelly Blue

When tomorrow starts without me,

And I’m not here to hear your voice and see…

If the sun should rise and find your

Eyes filled with tears for me

I wish so much you wouldn’t cry

The way you did today…

While thinking of the many things

We didn’t get to say.

I know how much you love me,

don’t think I didn’t know.

I love you more then you will ever know

I wasn’t good with words…

And each time you think of me,

I know you’ll miss me, too.

When tomorrow starts without me,

Don’t think we’re far apart…

For every time you think of me,

I’m right here in your heart.

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Sandy Verderosa

Sandy Verderosa peacefully passed away on September 23, 2015 with friends and family by her side. Sandy was born on March 7, 1938 in Brooklyn, New York. Sandy grew up and made her home on Long Island, New York until she moved to Sonoma County California in 1983 and then to Susanville in 2004.

Sandy is survived by her daughter Michele Verderosa and son-in-law Louis Page of Lassen County, son Dr. Anthony Verderosa of Islip, New York and her special “grandson” Cameron of Sonora, CA.

Sandy was retired for the last fifteen years from the profession of bookkeeping/office managing. Sandy will be best remembered for her generosity and very direct communication style. Sandy battled a rare form of cancer for almost eleven years with sheer determination. Sandy will be sorely missed by her family and friends. The family will be holding a private celebration of life at a later date.

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Janice Margaret Beck Heid

February 11, 1947 — October 4, 2015

Jan Heid was a selfless, caring, and thoughtful soul who enriched the lives of all who knew her. A loving mother and caring guardian of animals, she leaves behind a legacy of joy and happiness.

The daughter of Albert Beck and Gertrude Jane Beck, Jan was born in Berkeley, California, and grew up in Castro Valley and Carmichael. She graduated from UC Davis and Golden Gate University law school and worked as an attorney for more than 20 years, specializing in family law. She moved to Susanville in 1996, drawn by the wide open spaces and her love of the outdoors.

She served as deputy county counsel for Lassen County until 2002. After her retirement from law, she worked as executive director for the Lassen Land and Trails Trust (LLTT) until 2008. While there, she established Nature Camp—a week-long outdoor education program for elementary school students and one of her proudest accomplishments at LLTT.

She possessed boundless curiosity and was an avid reader throughout her life, with a deep interest in California and Western history. She pursued a passion and remarkable talent for oil painting in her later years—her favorite work was an award-winning portrait of her beloved canine companion, Ellie ‘the best dog ever.’

She cherished her children and grandchildren and will be profoundly missed by all who loved her. She is survived by her life partner, Sid Bean; her sister, Marsha Lewis; her brother, Alan Beck; and her two sons, Matthew Jacob Heid and John William Heid.

Jan asked that memorial gifts and donations be made to the Lassen Land and Trails Trust, PO Box 1461, Susanville, CA 96130, (530) 257-3252, www.lassenlandandtrailstrust.org; and the Lassen Humane Society, PO Box 1575, Susanville, CA 96130, (530) 257-4555, www.lasssenhumanesociety.com.

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Dorothy Mae Tassi

Dorothy Mae Tassi was born in Tulsa, Oklahoma on October 29th 1923, and passed on to Heaven on October 10th 2015.

She was preceded in death by her husband Frank Tassi, and granddaughter Kelly Dawn Berry. She is survived by her very loving son Randy Tassi and daughter-in-law Janice of Susanville, California, and one daughter Christine Reed of Carson City, NV.

Dorothy dearly loved her numerous grandchildren, great grandchildren and one great grandchild.

She worked for many years as a Waitress/Manager of Walker’s Coffee Shop and then later on for Peggy Rose’s clothing store. Dorothy was always working and of service to many in our community, even putting in a few years at Ace hardware.

The consensus of those who knew Dorothy long, considered her to be “A real kick, very entertaining, a great joy, and very informative”, to name a few, and that is naming just a few!

Dorothy lived life on her own terms. She was a take charge, in charge kind of person and most people let her be. She was blessed to have had a great number of beautiful friends whom she loved and enjoyed. Dorothy wanted her obituary to be short by telling me to just say “she lived and she died”. Well she did for almost 92 years and now may she rest in peace.

By her request, there will be no services.

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Gayle Rochelle Freshcorn Hubbard – April 19, 2015

Glenn H. Wemple – June 4, 2015

Rufina Groso Garate Aguirre – June 13, 2015

Faye Nye Laver – June 25, 2015

Stuart Raymond Robertson – July 12, 2015

Hazel Pearl Sweeten – July 14, 2015

Jenna Marie Patton – July 12, 2015

Holly Ann Streible – July 1, 2015

Frankie Joann Simpson – July 28, 2015

Leo Guitierez – July 24, 2015

Victor Pete Vicondoa “Trapper Vic” – August 11, 2015

James ‘Jim’ Bay – July 8th, 2015

David Lee Dennis – August 14th, 2015

David ‘Erik’ Bustamante – September 5th, 2015

Virginia Margaret Field – September 12th, 2015

Nicholas Allen Jones – September 18th, 2015

William Kelly Blue – September 19th, 2015

Sandy Verderosa – September 23rd, 2015

Janice Margaret Beck Heid – October 4, 2015

Dorothy Mae Tassi – October 10, 2015