Randolph John Merino Jr.
We lost a legend of his own time, Randy John Merino Jr, who was loved by everyone that came in contact with him. Randy was 69 years old and passed on March 21, 2016 at Mercy Hospital in Redding, Ca. surrounded by the love, laughter, and tears of his family.

Randy was born on August 29, 1946 to Randolph and Rosina Merino of Taylorsville, Ca. where he grew up. His younger days were spent roaming the hills surrounding his dads home causing mischief with his 5 brothers, 1 sister and numerous cousins.

Randy had served in the Army and after his discharge, he went back home to Greenville where he made a career out of logging which he loved, up until 10 years ago when he became injured, fracturing his hip and leaving him unable to work.

He lived the last 27 years happily content with the love of his life, Brenda, and their children, and the best years with all his grandchildren.

Randy is survived in life by his father Randolph Sr., his 3 brothers, Reggie, Harvey, and Mono Merino, and his 1 sister Karen Washoe. Mother Rosina and 2 brothers Anthony and Rodney preceded Randy in death but he is now reunited with him the happy hunting grounds.

Randy is also survived by his wife of 27 years Brenda of Susanville, Ca., their 8 children and 12 grandchildren. Randolph (Rudy) his children Jasmine, Cyndal, Gwynever, and Randolph the 4th, all from Oroville, Ca. Steven (Rabbit) his children Benjamin, and Xavier, all of Susanville, Ca. Sonny, his wife Katie, their children Rodger, and little Sonny all of Hopland, Ca. Ernest (Goose) of Hopland, Ca., Skye, her daughter Bella of Stockton, Ca., Kenneth (Scooter) his son Kyro of Susanville, Ca.

Randy was one of a kind. The type of man who never expected anything from anyone, but was always there for everyone who needed him. If you knew Randy, you knew he was his own Indian. Not no John Wayne T.V. Indian. He will be greatly missed and forever remain in our hearts.

Until we meet again The Indian Outlaw.

Why Pre-plan?

Thinking about your own funeral leaves most people feeling a little uneasy, but more adults are finding that pre-planning a funeral offers great emotional and even financial security for them and their families. With pre-planning, families find comfort in knowing that the funeral reflects what their loved one wanted. It also gives them peace of mind to not have to make important decisions at a stressful time. Click here to visit Walton’s Funeral Home

Jay Edward Alway

Jay Edward Alway of Redmond, Oregon, died in Bend on March 24, after a struggle with cancer.  He was 66. Jay was born in Susanville to Fred and Henriette (Hagata) Alway, attended Susanville schools, and graduated in the Lassen High School class of 1968.  He played basketball and football, and was named All-Westside League defensive end.  He attended Sacramento State University.  He worked for the U.S. Forest Service for 32 years, serving on the Lassen, Siuslaw, and Ochoco National Forests, retiring in 2003 as the Forest Land Surveyor on the Ochoco.

Jay was preceded in death by the love of his life, his wife Robin, in 2011.  He is survived by his sister, Karyn (Bill) Galetto of Baldwin, Maryland; a daughter, Kim of Tacoma, Washington; a son, Greg(Elaine) Alway and a granddaughter Korra, all of, Washington; stepsons, Bruce (Jamie), Jared (Andrea), Kyle, and seven step-grandchildren, all of Prineville, Oregon; nephew, Timothy of Phoenix, Maryland; and niece, Stacey of Seattle, WA.

A graveside service was held at Deschutes Memorial Gardens in Bend. The family suggests making donations in his memory to a colon cancer research institution of your choice.

Why Pre-plan?

Thinking about your own funeral leaves most people feeling a little uneasy, but more adults are finding that pre-planning a funeral offers great emotional and even financial security for them and their families. With pre-planning, families find comfort in knowing that the funeral reflects what their loved one wanted. It also gives them peace of mind to not have to make important decisions at a stressful time. Click here to visit Walton’s Funeral Home

David Frank Mowbray

David Frank Mowbray was born to Frank and Jean Mowbray on March 3rd 1953 in Red Bank New Jersey.  He unexpectedly passed while in Tampa, Florida helping his family, and is survived by his loving wife Cathy whom he married in 2001.  David was an outstanding lifelong musician who attended the Berklee College of Music in Boston, Massachusetts.

He had a natural talent for entertaining and performing, most recently as a member of Side FX.  David also possessed a wonderful sense of humor, and always had time to share a smile or laugh with his family and friends.  David will undoubtedly be remembered by everyone he met throughout his life spent in New Jersey, the Tampa, Florida area, and Susanville, California.  Most recently David enjoyed working as a warehouse supervisor with teammates he cared for at the California Correctional Center, but many may also remember David from his years at Lassen Beverage.

David is survived by his mother Jean of Tampa, Florids, loving wife Cathy of Susanville; daughter Rachel and son David of Colfax, California; Brother Greg of Oakland, California; Brother Chris (Bill) of Springhill, Florida; Brother Frank (Laurie) of Florida; and his Aunt Doris Leahy of Holmdel, New Jersey.  David was very close with his extended family including his brothers in-law Clark Haley of Kalispell, Montana; Craig (Kris) Haley of Phoenix, Arizona; and Sister in-law Chris (Ed) Kenna of Mesa, Arizona.  David was a wonderful step-father to Dr. Tod Singletary (Lyn) of Okinawa, Japan; Eric (Becky) Singletary of Ridgecrest, California; and Kevin (Hannah) Singletary of Susanville.  David is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.  David often remarked that time well spent was spending time with his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren (Talia, Robert, Carter, Shayla, Paige, Morgan, Macie, Blake, Angelo, and Shane) in a home filled with love, laughter, and music.

And if I never get to build my mansion in Georgia or drive a sports car up the coast of California Oh, if all I got was your hand in my hand Baby I could die a happy man

An event will be scheduled this summer to celebrate the life of our happy man, who we all will miss terribly forever.

Why Pre-plan?

Thinking about your own funeral leaves most people feeling a little uneasy, but more adults are finding that pre-planning a funeral offers great emotional and even financial security for them and their families. With pre-planning, families find comfort in knowing that the funeral reflects what their loved one wanted. It also gives them peace of mind to not have to make important decisions at a stressful time. Click here to visit Walton’s Funeral Home

Edna Virginia Stacy Koziol

Edna Virginia Stacy Koziol was born in St. Joseph, MI on October 6, 1927 to Gertrude Stacy and Robert Myers and passed away after a long illness at the home of her daughter Sophia and son-in-law James Wages, on April 10, 2016. She is also survived by her granddaughters Stacy Wages (Susanville, CA) and Jamie (Joe) Curran and triplet grandsons , Jackson, James, and Miles (Scottsdale, AZ). Preceding her in death was her husband Larry, son Barry, and half-brother Kenneth Fowler of Michigan. She is also survived by her half-sister Betty Fowler Halfacre, of Beechgrove, TN and nieces and nephews.

Edna attended and graduated high school from the Michigan School for the Deaf in Flint, MI 1946. She lived on campus during the school year and returned home for the summers due to the long distance from her home to the school. At an early age, her mother passed away and she was raised by her aunt and uncle along with her cousins. She especially enjoyed spending her summers on the farm, gardening and tending to the farm animals.

Several years later, she moved to Duluth, MN and worked in several factory jobs and spent weekends with her friends at many organized deaf social events where she met her husband-to-be, Larry, and a two-year courtship followed.

Upon hearing from Larry’s brother, Henry, about the logging industry in Northern California, Larry moved to Susanville to work. Edna soon followed, and on November 24, 1951, they were married at the St. Thomas Aquinas Cathedral in Reno, NV and made their home in Susanville.

After her children were of school age, Edna worked outside her home at the Model Laundry in the 1960s and later she was employed by the Hotel Mt. Lassen. In her spare time, she would crochet and sew, with her finished products always professional in appearance.

Spring, Summer, and Fall were Edna’s favorite times of the year as she would plan in the Winter which garden vegetables and flowering plants she would grow. She paid close attention to Lassen County’s unpredictable weather, ensuring that her new growth would not freeze.

Even though Edna lived her entire life in silence, she kept abreast of the local and national news by watching closed-caption television. She watched her favorite daytime tv shows, and her favorite series “Hawaii 5-0” and “Blue Bloods.” She also enjoyed solving crossword puzzles and piecing together difficult puzzles.

When she came to live with her daughter 8 years ago, her motherly instincts were revived. She managed the entire household; caring for the pets, washing clothes, ironing, shopping, cooking cleaning, maintaining the garden and yard work…she did it all; just as she did many years ago, raising and caring for her family again. She truly enjoyed helping out, until she was no longer able.
Edna was a gentle person and her eyes revealed who she was… loving, caring and courageous. There was always sunshine in her smile. Her heart was as big as the heavens and she will be embraced by the Lord and all of his angels.

A memorial mass will be held at the Sacred Heart Parish at a later date.

and sunshine in her smile.
There’s love in everything she died
to make our lives worthwhile.
We can find both hope and courage
Just by looking in her eyes.
Her laughter is a source of joy,
her works are warm and wise.
There is a kindness and compassion
to be found in her embrace,
and we see the light of heaven
shining from a Mother’s face.

Those we love don’t go away,
They walk beside us every day,
Unseen, unheard, but always near,
Still loved, still missed and very dear.

Why Pre-plan?

Thinking about your own funeral leaves most people feeling a little uneasy, but more adults are finding that pre-planning a funeral offers great emotional and even financial security for them and their families. With pre-planning, families find comfort in knowing that the funeral reflects what their loved one wanted. It also gives them peace of mind to not have to make important decisions at a stressful time. Click here to visit Walton’s Funeral Home

Merrie Lynn Johnson

Merrie Johnson died May 15th at her home in Susanville.  She was 71.

Merrie was born in Jersey City, NJ.  As a foster child, she joined the family of Leah and Joseph Leuchten and their teen-age children, Joan and William.  Merrie attended St. Michael’s High School in Jersey City and Trinity College in Vermont.  She taught for two years at St. Anthony’s School in Jersey City. Merrie relocated in California, married Sergei Vanderwiel; they had one son.  

Merrie had a passion for cats, movies, and books. She enjoyed gardening, knitting and other crafts.  Merrie is survived by her son Turu, her grandchildren Curtis and Tyler, a great-grandson Christian, her siblings, Joan and William, and several nieces and nephews.  

A private service honoring her memory will be held out of state.

Why Pre-plan?

Thinking about your own funeral leaves most people feeling a little uneasy, but more adults are finding that pre-planning a funeral offers great emotional and even financial security for them and their families. With pre-planning, families find comfort in knowing that the funeral reflects what their loved one wanted. It also gives them peace of mind to not have to make important decisions at a stressful time. Click here to visit Walton’s Funeral Home

LaDonna May Sanders

LaDonna May Sanders, of Chester, better known as Donna, Mom and Grandma passed away peacefully on May 29, 2016 with her family by her side holding her hands. Donna was born in Franklin, Kansas on May 14, 1930, to Beulah and Harry Yarber. After the loss of her father, the family moved to Westwood, Ca. when Donna was a young girl. She attended Westwood High School where she met the love of her life, John Edward Sanders. Donna and John were married on August 15, 1948 and remained sweethearts until John’s death on October 21, 2009. For 61 years, Donna loved her husband the way true love is supposed to be and even devoted herself to his favorite hobby: fishing.

Over the years Donna worked for Collins Pine, Bank of America, and Chester Public Utilities District, where her grandchildren would visit her daily for cookies. Upon John and Donna’s retirement, the two of them spent several years traveling however, her passion was her family, home and yard.  She found joy in making home-cooked food and having large, frequent gatherings of family and friends in their large back yard which everyone enjoyed.  She was a strong, independent woman, and a feisty little grandma. She possessed a fierce personality that was rivaled only by her unbelievable love and kindness. She was fiercely protective of those she loved, and in every sense of the word, she was a force to be reckoned with!

Donna is survived by her sister Lorraine Holscher and son John R. and daughter-in-law Allena; son Michael E. Sanders; and daughter Michele Ramelli all to whom she was a devoted and loving mother.  Her grandchildren Jonathan Sanders, Roberta Perry, Rachel Throne and Naomi Sanders will always remember her for her big heart, sweet treats and tenacious charm.  She will also be incredibly missed by her ten great-grandchildren Noah, Blake, Brock, Aubrey, Ashlyn, Marisol , Scott, Brodie, Kylee and Isaiah, in addition to numerous cousins, nieces and nephews.

There will be a viewing, Friday, June 10 at the Chester Wesleyan Church from 5:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m and a graveside service Saturday, June 11 at the Chester Cemetery at 11:00 a.m. immediately followed by a celebration of her life at the Plumas Center on Meadow Brook Loop. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to Sierra Hospice of Chester in Donna’s name.

Why Pre-plan?

Thinking about your own funeral leaves most people feeling a little uneasy, but more adults are finding that pre-planning a funeral offers great emotional and even financial security for them and their families. With pre-planning, families find comfort in knowing that the funeral reflects what their loved one wanted. It also gives them peace of mind to not have to make important decisions at a stressful time. Click here to visit Walton’s Funeral Home

Richard Charles Butler

Richard Charles Butler, 71 passed away Wednesday, June 1, 2016 at his home in Susanville, Ca. Richard was a 40 year resident of Susanville, Ca, and Lassen County. He served in Vietnam, in the United States Navy as a Radarman aboard the USS Alfred A. Cunningham.

Richard worked and retired as an engineer for Citizens utilities. He enjoyed many things, his grandchildren, “Backcountry Horseman”, drafting, coaching and the Dodgers.

He is survived by his 4 sons; Andrew, Darrin, David, and Adam. He is also survived by his brother Robert Butler and his many grandchildren, nieces and nephews.

Richard was preceded in death by his parents, Rex and Fern Butler.

A celebration of life will be held at Memorial Park in Susanville, Ca. at 1pm, June 18^th, 2016. This will be an outdoor BBQ event. Please feel free to bring a side dish and your favorite picture.

Why Pre-plan?

Thinking about your own funeral leaves most people feeling a little uneasy, but more adults are finding that pre-planning a funeral offers great emotional and even financial security for them and their families. With pre-planning, families find comfort in knowing that the funeral reflects what their loved one wanted. It also gives them peace of mind to not have to make important decisions at a stressful time. Click here to visit Walton’s Funeral Home

Joe Ritz

Joe was born January 24, 1950 in Oakland, CA to Kay and Joe Ritz and grew up in La Mesa. He passed away on Wednesday July 13, 2016.

Joe is preceded by his son, Chris and survived by his wife of 46 years, Sue; his son, B.J., his grandson Kenton, his granddaughter Jordayne, his brother Thomas, his sister Cate, his mother, Kay and numerous family members (too many to list).

He joined the Army in 1968 as an MP and in 1971 returned to civilian life as a police officer in San Diego.  He rejoined the military in 1975, and continued to serve until retirement in 1993.  After military retirement, he went back to school, did some civilian bomb disposal work and lazed about until he became the Superintendent at the Juvenile Detention Facility in Susanville until retiring again in April 2008 (one month before Sue’s retirement intentionally so he would have a month of freedom before she started him on his retirement housework).

He was a lifelong Scouter, beginning with Cub Scouts, then Boy Scouts and continuing to support the Scouts in various roles throughout his life.

He and Sue coordinated the Muddy Angels West Coast Memorial Bike Ride in 2014 and 2015 in support of EMS men and women who have lost their lives in the line of duty.

There will be a celebration of his life on Tuesday July 19, 2016 at 10am at Janesville Park.

In lieu of flowers, please address donations to either Boy Scout Troop #159 or Muddy Angels (muddyangels.com) in his honor.

Why Pre-plan?

Thinking about your own funeral leaves most people feeling a little uneasy, but more adults are finding that pre-planning a funeral offers great emotional and even financial security for them and their families. With pre-planning, families find comfort in knowing that the funeral reflects what their loved one wanted. It also gives them peace of mind to not have to make important decisions at a stressful time. Click here to visit Walton’s Funeral Home

Cecil Webb

Cecil Webb of Reno died of pneumonia at age 87 on Friday, July 22, at St. Mary’s Hospital.

Cec was born August 19, 1928 to H. C. and Addie Webb in El Paso, TX. The family moved to Seattle where he graduated from U. of Washington in 1950 with a major in Journalism. He served in the Army Signal Corps in Germany during the Korean war.

After the army Cec took a summer broadcasting course at Stanford where he met his wife Dayne. They married, started a family and lived in the San Francisco Bay Area until 1971. The family learned to ski when the children were in grade school. One reason they bought KSUE, Susanville’s only radio station, is because it was near good skiing.

The station was a family operation: Cec built an FM station in 1976, and when the children were in high school they worked the night shift as disc jockeys. He and Dayne sold the stations in 1989 and they moved to Reno in 2000.

A proud moment was in 1978 when the California Associated Press gave the KSUE news department the Mark Twain Award for the best news operation of the year. Another proud moment was when the PGA recognized Cec for making a hole-in-one at Emerson Lake Golf Club in Susanville on January 11, 1999; he tried mightily to make another one at Arrowcreek in Reno.

Cec is survived by his wife Dayne of Reno, his son Dave who now lives with his wife Melinda Welsh in Davis, CA, and his daughter Carol who now lives in Reno with her husband, Bill Monroe, and their two sons, Will and John.

Services will be Saturday, August 6 at 3pm at the First Congregational Church of Reno, 627 Sunnyside Drive, Reno, NV. In lieu of flowers please make a donation to Rotary Club of Susanville, P.O Box 1291, Susanville, CA 96130.

Why Pre-plan?

Thinking about your own funeral leaves most people feeling a little uneasy, but more adults are finding that pre-planning a funeral offers great emotional and even financial security for them and their families. With pre-planning, families find comfort in knowing that the funeral reflects what their loved one wanted. It also gives them peace of mind to not have to make important decisions at a stressful time. Click here to visit Walton’s Funeral Home

Allie Faye Chastain

Allie Faye Chastain, passed away at the Eastern Plumas Long Term Care Facility In Portola Ca., on August 18 2016. She was 94 years old. Born in Wilberton, OK on April 30 1922. She was preceded in death by her husband Gayno, her daughter Sharon Hiesler and her grandson Steven Fleming. She left behind one son Michael Chastain, daughters Lois Chastain, Gina Eckroat, Pat Eckroat and Donna Stewart.  She also left 10 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren.

Please join us for grave side services on September 24th at 11 AM at Diamond Crest Cemetery with reception following 1 to 4 PM at the Senior Community Center in Doyle.

Why Pre-plan?

Thinking about your own funeral leaves most people feeling a little uneasy, but more adults are finding that pre-planning a funeral offers great emotional and even financial security for them and their families. With pre-planning, families find comfort in knowing that the funeral reflects what their loved one wanted. It also gives them peace of mind to not have to make important decisions at a stressful time. Click here to visit Walton’s Funeral Home

Carma Lee (Cloward) Myers

Carma Lee (Cloward) Myers passed quietly on August 15, 2016 surrounded by her family and loved ones. Her long journey with cancer came to a closing as she said goodbye surrounded by her loving family near and afar.

She was born August 11, 1937 in Emmett, Idaho to Ivol “Dusty” Cloward and Alta Ester (Frost) Cloward. As a small child she moved with her family to the central California area where she attended high school with her sister in Modesto, California. She met her husband Ronald Ray Myers, of Benicia, California, cruising “K” Street near Mel’s Diner in Sacramento, California. They were later married and spent 57 wonderful years together raising a family with numerous interests, whether it be water skiing, house boating or traveling with family.

Carma is survived by her husband Ronald Ray Myers, and children, Cynthia Kishbaugh, of Susanville, who is currently working for HDSP. Cindy’s two children, J.D. Simoni (Shannon), of Susanville, and their four children, Casey Marie Simoni, with Cal Fire of Susanville, and her four children.

Their son, Raymond Arthur Myers, resides in Reno, Nevada, and is the owner of Rayco Drywall; his three children, Tyler Brook Herndon (Robyn Sanchez) of Reno; and her two children, Logan G. Myers, of Reno Nevada, who is currently working at UNR toward a doctorate in cell and molecular biology, and Spencer Rae Myers, of San Diego, where she studies nursing at National University of Rancho Bernardo, California.

Carma’s youngest daughter, Suzanne Rice (Ray), resides in Susanville and is the current owner of the Chatterbox Hair Salon. Ray and Suzanne Rice are the owners of Lassen Auto Body of Susanville. Kelton (Brittney) works in the family business and has two children. Karma Cherie Honeycut (Shane) resides in Susanville, and has two children. Karma and Shane both work in the family business.

Carma is also survived by her beloved sister Beverly (Cloward) Green, of Modesto, California; her children, Tim Green of Modesto, and his two children, Katelyn and Brooks; Teri Resigner (Scott), of Elk Grove, California, and their two children, Sarah and Andrew; Ron’s sister, Alice Fay Krutschniti (Pete); and daughter, Patti Wilson (Dennis) of Southern California.

Carma Lee Myers moved to Susanville with her husband and children in 1976. Ron took a job at the California Correctional Center as a teacher in the education department. Carma worked at the Chatterbox. She then purchased the Chatterbox Hair Salon in the late 70’s where she enjoyed several hours of laughter. Her business success was due to the many loyal clients who enjoyed hours of conversation… hence the name, “The Chatterbox”.

Carma and Ron were active for many years with the Elks Lodge in Susanville. They enjoyed a full life of traveling together with family and friends, whether enjoying a weekend getaway on their Harley or a fun trip to Mexico, where they would stay several months at a time. Carma continues to be a constant strength of the family even after her passing.

Family and friends are welcome to join us from noon to 3 p.m. Sunday, September 18 at the Elks Lodge in Susanville, California, located at 400 Main St.

Why Pre-plan?

Thinking about your own funeral leaves most people feeling a little uneasy, but more adults are finding that pre-planning a funeral offers great emotional and even financial security for them and their families. With pre-planning, families find comfort in knowing that the funeral reflects what their loved one wanted. It also gives them peace of mind to not have to make important decisions at a stressful time. Click here to visit Walton’s Funeral Home

Tammie Leanne Addison Chandler Stone

The one and only, fiercely fabulous, Tammie Leanne Addison Chandler Stone made her grand entrance into this world August 4th, 1967, born in beautiful Susanville, Ca. She left this world to be in heavenly peace and pain free September 13th, 2016.

She spent most of her life loving and teaching disabled children, writing and telling children’s stories. She enjoyed drinking tea, wearing hats and fabulous shoes, and playing with Barbies and Nerf guns with her grandchildren.

She is survived by her always supportive parents Terri and Phillip Chandler, her sister Delane and nieces, her 4 children Corry, Angel, Jordan, and Phillip along with their spouses and the light of her life, her grandchildren: Lydia Rose, Kona (Joe), and Ellyana Love. Along with countless cousins, aunts and uncles, nieces and nephews and dear precious friends.

Her celebration of life will be Saturday, September 24th, at Susanville Assembly of God from 11-3:30. Please bring your favorite Tammie story and of course wear your best hat. Much love Darling.

Why Pre-plan?

Thinking about your own funeral leaves most people feeling a little uneasy, but more adults are finding that pre-planning a funeral offers great emotional and even financial security for them and their families. With pre-planning, families find comfort in knowing that the funeral reflects what their loved one wanted. It also gives them peace of mind to not have to make important decisions at a stressful time. Click here to visit Walton’s Funeral Home

Victor F. Hasek

Victor F. Hasek passed away on October 6, 2016 after a long battle with cancer.

Victor grew up in the Susanville area and worked for dispatch and the City of Susanville in Public Works for many years. He will be sorely missed by friends and family.

Services for Vic will be held this coming Monday, October 17th at 2:00 pm at Walton’s in Susanville. Interment will be in the Diamond Crest Cemetery.

Why Pre-plan?

Thinking about your own funeral leaves most people feeling a little uneasy, but more adults are finding that pre-planning a funeral offers great emotional and even financial security for them and their families. With pre-planning, families find comfort in knowing that the funeral reflects what their loved one wanted. It also gives them peace of mind to not have to make important decisions at a stressful time. Click here to visit Walton’s Funeral Home

James Elmer Jones

Lifetime resident of Susanville, California, James Elmer Jones (50), passed away on Sunday October 16, 2016. He was born in Susanville, California, on November 1, 1965 and graduated from Lassen High School class of 1983. James then went to Lassen College and graduated class of 1986. He worked at Sierra Army Depot.

James loved the Susanville community and so the Jones family is asking that in lieu of flowers, friends and family either send live plants that will be planted with James’ ashes at his beloved Eagle Lake and family cabin where he will join his mother Gloria Jones or donate to the Lassen High School Scholarship Fund for the Wrestling club. James is preceded in death by his mother Gloria Jean Jones, his maternal grandparents Elmer and Lorraine Hill and paternal grandparents James and Dolley Jones.

James brought his humor to the world and gave us all the gift of laughter and love. He loved fishing, he loved Eagle Lake and he was devoted to his family and friends. James was a great son, brother, uncle, brother-in-law and friend. He is survived by his Father Owen Jones, Sister Sherry and Brother- in-law Robbie Chappius and nephew Joey Chappius, girlfriend Alisha Rehe, niece Amanda Locke -Youngs and her family Chance, Hunter and Emma, nephew Joshua Locke and his family Billie Jean and Zillah, as well as all the family and friends whom he was so close with.

Funeral will be held Saturday, October 29th at 1:00 pm at Walton’s Colonial Mortuary. The Celebration of James’s life will follow at Diamond Mt. Casino Board Room and Patio.

Why Pre-plan?

Thinking about your own funeral leaves most people feeling a little uneasy, but more adults are finding that pre-planning a funeral offers great emotional and even financial security for them and their families. With pre-planning, families find comfort in knowing that the funeral reflects what their loved one wanted. It also gives them peace of mind to not have to make important decisions at a stressful time. Click here to visit Walton’s Funeral Home

Mervin Jesse Delgado

Mervin Jesse Delgado passed away in Reno on November, 28 2016 at the age of 86. He was born in Susanville to Ruth Bruington Delgado and Manuel Delgado and was raised in Susanville.

Mervin enjoyed what he described as a magical childhood in Susanville, having many memorable experiences and adventures in and around Susanville with cherished family and friends. He subsequently moved to Yuba City and Redding and then San Francisco where he worked for the Burroughs Corporation for many years. Mervin later lived in the Sebastopol area where he operated his own printing business and taught college courses in accounting. Mervin concluded his career as an auditor for the State of California.

Approximately twenty years ago Mervin realized a dream of his to return to Lassen County and was happily reunited with his birthplace and its residents. During that period Mervin was active in the Elks Lodge of Susanville, American Legion Post 204 and operated Delgado Specialties Promotional Products. Over his life Mervin was involved in many other civic organizations such as Rotary, Lions Club and Barbershop Quartet.

Mervin enjoyed family, friends, wood working, fishing, camping, backpacking, football, RV traveling, gardening, jazz festivals, beekeeping, printing, metal detecting, history and exploring.

Mervin is survived by his friend Gloria Farris, children Evan Delgado, Susan Burns and Douglas Delgado. He is predeceased in death by his son Marcus Delgado. He is also survived by his grandchildren Katherine Delgado, Morgan Delgado, Connor Delgado, Jacob Delgado and Alice (Aly) Burns.

Funeral services will be held 1:30 p.m. Saturday, December 17, at Walton’s Colonial Mortuary.

Why Pre-plan?

Thinking about your own funeral leaves most people feeling a little uneasy, but more adults are finding that pre-planning a funeral offers great emotional and even financial security for them and their families. With pre-planning, families find comfort in knowing that the funeral reflects what their loved one wanted. It also gives them peace of mind to not have to make important decisions at a stressful time. Click here to visit Walton’s Funeral Home

JEFFREY LANE MONTGOMERY

Jeff Montgomery, 54, died Nov. 24 in Frankfort, KY.

A funeral service will be held at Diamond Crest Cemetery at 1 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 17.

Jeff, the third son of Robert and Janice Montgomery, was born at Potters Maternity Home, in Susanville, and he lived in the area most of his life.

Jeff is survived by his mother, Janice Montgomery, of Susanville; a brother, Dan, of Virginia; a sister-in-law, Lorri, of Virginia; a niece, Emily Montgomery, of Big Sur; three uncles, William Montgomery, of Chico, Donald Montgomery, of Leavitt Lake, and James Larson, of Yreka; and five aunts, Elizabeth Rippetoe, of Susanville, Barbara Danner, of Arkansas, Margaret Larsen, of Idaho, Sharon Adams, of Santa Rosa, and Donna Tarp, of Idaho; as well as numerous cousins around the country.

Jeff was preceded in death by his father, Robert Montgomery, of Susanville; a brother, Stephen, of Tehachapi; and an uncle, Larry Larson, of Denver.

Jeff attended Lassen Union High School, where he excelled in track and football, and graduated in 1981. He was a correctional officer before starting a series of small businesses in Susanville, including a furniture store, the Java Jitters coffee shop, and a local taxi service. Jeff moved to Kentucky in 2014. His last job was at the Hagyard Equine Medical Institute, in Lexington.

Jeff loved his dogs (Cosmo and Winston are now living with Dan and Lorri), his horse, audiobooks, traveling with family, and boating on Lake Almanor. The Montgomerys thank Jeff’s many longtime, loyal friends in Susanville and elsewhere. They enriched his life and shared uncounted laughs and adventures.

Why Pre-plan?

Thinking about your own funeral leaves most people feeling a little uneasy, but more adults are finding that pre-planning a funeral offers great emotional and even financial security for them and their families. With pre-planning, families find comfort in knowing that the funeral reflects what their loved one wanted. It also gives them peace of mind to not have to make important decisions at a stressful time. Click here to visit Walton’s Funeral Home

BOBETTA (BETTY) FLORINE HOLSTIN

Betty Florine Holstin age 76 passed away 12/2016 in Reno NV. Hospital with complications of COPD. Betty was born in Greely CO. on Oct.25, 1940 to Floyd Clayton and Merle Penton Holstin. She was preceded in death of her parents, brothers Bobby Holstin, Berry Holstin and her beautiful daughter Loretta Tuttle.

Surviving are her six sons, Jack Tuttle from Susanville, CA., Lonnie Tuttle, Scott Tuttle, John Ellis from Reno, NV. Kirk Ellis from Lovelock, NC, Robert Wilburn from Susanville and daughter Stephanie Wolfe also from Susanville. Sister-in-laws Carol Holstin and Patty Holstin both from Fernley NV.

Betty lived in Willits, CA for 24 years where she and her late husband Lee Wilburn raised their family. Betty had a love for all children, her home was always open to family and friends. Betty also has two nieces, nine grandchildren and six great grandchildren.

Viewing will be held on Dec 30, 2016 from 10AM- Noon. Chapel services will be at Walton’s Colonial Mortuary located at 115 S Lassen St. in Susanville CA. Burial will follow at Diamond Crest Cemetery where she will be put to rest next to her daughter Loretta. Celebration of life will be held shortly after the burial in the Susanville Community Center located at 75 Weatherlow St. in Susanville.

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Thinking about your own funeral leaves most people feeling a little uneasy, but more adults are finding that pre-planning a funeral offers great emotional and even financial security for them and their families. With pre-planning, families find comfort in knowing that the funeral reflects what their loved one wanted. It also gives them peace of mind to not have to make important decisions at a stressful time. Click here to visit Walton’s Funeral Home

Andrew V. Jackson

Andrew V. Jackson was born on January 9, 1928 in Willow Creek Valley, California.

He was a life-long Resident of Susanville, California. He graduated from Lassen High School. After, graduating from high school he went into the Army. He was wounded in Korea and received numerous medals; including a bronze star and a purple heart.

Andy was the son of Albert and Mable Jackson. He was preceded in death by his brothers: Ed Jackson and Sam Jackson and sisters; Lillian Jackson, Erma Alvarez, Ina Jackson and Ansil Jackson. Also, his wife Emeline Eppley.  A brother Wesley Burch and numerous nieces and nephews remain.

Andrew passed away on December 28, 2016.  A wake will be held on Friday, January 6, 2017 at 4:00 p.m. Funeral services will be held at the Church on the upper Rancheria on Saturday, January 7, 2017 at 11:00 a.m. Interment will be at the Diamond Crest Cemetery.

Why Pre-plan?

Thinking about your own funeral leaves most people feeling a little uneasy, but more adults are finding that pre-planning a funeral offers great emotional and even financial security for them and their families. With pre-planning, families find comfort in knowing that the funeral reflects what their loved one wanted. It also gives them peace of mind to not have to make important decisions at a stressful time. Click here to visit Walton’s Funeral Home

Pearson Herring Jr.

Pearson Herring Jr. Born, in Florence, South Carolina, July 2, 1944 to Pearson and Ola Herring. In 1963, he graduated from Lincoln High school in Sumter, South Carolina. After high school, Pearson joined the navy, where he served four years in the Vietnam war as a gunner’s mate with a rank of G3, pay grade E-4. His service did not go without commendation. He was decorated with the National defense medal, the Vietnam service medal and the Vietnam campaign medal. After being honorably discharged in 1967, Pearson went on to attend Merritt College in Oakland, CA. He completed college with an AA degree. While in college, Pearson used his natural talents of organization to help youths in juvenile detention.

Additionally,that is also where he met and married his wife Irene Crespin Herring. From that union they had five children. Pearson was self employed, and held many other jobs during his lifetime but before he “retired” he spent many years as a longshoreman, ILWU Local 10. In 2002, Pearson and Irene moved from Oakland to Madeline, CA to enjoy the outdoors. He was an avid fisherman, hunter and livestock rancher. He finally retired again to raise cattle.

Pearson was with his wife of 47 years, Irene when he peacefully passed away on January 4, 2017. He is survived by his daughters: Margaret Herring Jefferson, (Castro Valley, CA). Barbara Marie Herring, (Santa Monica, CA), his sons: Pearson Herring III (Madeline, CA) and Calvin Jacob Herring (Madeline, CA). He was preceded in death by his daughter Ola Irene Herring. He will be greatly missed by his three grandchildren: Gabriel Herring-Luzala, Eirene Gabriella Jefferson and Hannah Isabella Jefferson.

He also leaves to cherish his memory, three living siblings: Della Smith, Herman Hardy and Elbert Herring. He leaves a host of nieces, nephews, extended family, Veteran family, longshoreman family and church family.

Family and friends are invited to attend a Home going celebration in honor of Pearson’s life at Allen Temple Baptist Church, 8501 International Blvd, Oakland, CA 94621. Internment location will be at Union Hill Freewill Baptist Church, Olanta, SC 29114

In lieu of flowers, the family is asking that a donation be made to the Veterans Guest House 880 Locust St. Reno, NV.

The family would like to extend a special thank you to Pearson’s Madeline neighbors and family for all their immediate help and support during this very difficult time. Victor and Helen Slanina, Neil and Shelly Richards, Tony Larson and Fireman Bruce from the Madeline fire department.

Why Pre-plan?

Thinking about your own funeral leaves most people feeling a little uneasy, but more adults are finding that pre-planning a funeral offers great emotional and even financial security for them and their families. With pre-planning, families find comfort in knowing that the funeral reflects what their loved one wanted. It also gives them peace of mind to not have to make important decisions at a stressful time. Click here to visit Walton’s Funeral Home

Thomas Almont Wharton Jr.

Tom was born November 5, 1937 to Tom and Marie Wharton.  Tom spent much of his childhood in Chester and Westwood California.  Being rather accident prone, his parents learned early that when Tom asked for a Band-Aid, a trip to the hospital was necessary.  After Tom graduated high school, he enrolled in the army where he was stationed in Alaska.  After his discharge Tom met the love of his life, Linda Lemison, in church.  They were married for time and eternity March 31, 1966 in the temple at Oakland California.  He continued to work for the government as a firefighter, and later as Facility maintenance for the Forest service.  Some of the structures that he built were the bathrooms at Eagle Lake and several lookout posts around Lassen County.

Tom loved and was extremely active in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.  He served in many capacities within the church including Scout Master, Bishop, and High Councilman.  During his service in the church, he especially loved working with the youth and young adults.  As a scout master and supporter of the scouting program he assisted many young men obtain the rank of Eagle Scout.  He and his wife were also often involved with the Pioneer Trek, Girls Camp, driving the youth for temple trips and dances.  Their house was frequently filled with teenagers watching movies and having fun.

Tom was loved by family and friends and lived a life filled with service that impacted countless people.  To his family, he was known as Tommy, to his coworkers he was called Tank, and to those at church he was Bishop Wharton; truly a man of many “hats”.  Tom Wharton was swiftly called back home to his Heavenly Father on Sunday January 8, 2017.  He was preceded in death by his parents Tom and Marie Wharton, his sister Georgie Timmins, and his brother Ronnie Wharton.  He is survived by his bride of 50 years Linda Wharton, his brother Bob Wharton, his three children Tim (Cindy), Dave, and Laura (Chris), ten grandchildren and four great grandchildren.

Services will be held on January 14, 2017 at 11:00 am at the LDS church on Richmond Rd.

Why Pre-plan?

Thinking about your own funeral leaves most people feeling a little uneasy, but more adults are finding that pre-planning a funeral offers great emotional and even financial security for them and their families. With pre-planning, families find comfort in knowing that the funeral reflects what their loved one wanted. It also gives them peace of mind to not have to make important decisions at a stressful time. Click here to visit Walton’s Funeral Home