Larry William Haskill

Larry William Haskill passed away on Thursday, January 12, 2017 at Renown Medical Center in Reno, Nevada after a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer. He was surrounded by loved ones when he passed.

Larry was born on May 24, 1951 in Oakland, California. As a child, Larry traveled the world with his father, who served in the United States Navy, living in Guam, Trinidad, and numerous states in the United States.

Larry graduated from Vacaville High School in 1970 and enlisted in the United States Navy in 1971 where he attained the rank of Petty Officer Third Class. During his time in the Navy, he was assigned to the USS Higbee, and served off the coast of Vietnam during the Vietnam War. Upon his honorable discharge in 1975, he moved back to California where he worked for Caltrans for several years. In 1979, his job with Caltrans took him to Susanville where he met his wife Connie.

Larry and Connie relocated to Enid, Oklahoma and were married on July 19, 1982 in Carson City, Nevada. While living in Oklahoma they would welcome their first son, Travis.

During his time in Oklahoma, Larry worked in the oil fields, and also worked as a truck driver driving gas trucks for AmeriGas. Larry and his family moved back to California settling in Westwood, and Larry took a job at the Collins Pine Company sawmill in Chester where he drove water trucks and also worked in the planing mill.

In 1985, Larry and Connie welcomed their second son, Jason. After working at Collins Pine for five years, Larry took a job as a Correctional Officer at the California Correctional Center. In 1988, Larry and his family moved to Susanville. Larry worked as a Correctional Officer for 20 years until his retirement in 2007.

Larry was a loving husband, father, and papa, and a wonderful friend to many. He was an excellent welder, woodworker, and gardener and loved working around his home and in his vegetable garden. He also loved the outdoors and was an avid fisherman and deer hunter.

Above all else, Larry loved his family and would do anything for them.

Larry is survived by his wife Connie of Susanville, son Travis, daughter‐in‐law Laura, and grandsons Landen and Luke of Chico, son Jason and granddaughter Alexia of Susanville, daughter Jamie Haskill‐Steele of Ozark, Missouri, and numerous aunts and uncles, in‐laws, and nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his father Joel, his sister Susan, his father‐in‐law Carl Wallace, and his nephew Michael Wallace.

Per Larry’s request, no funeral services will be held.

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Linda Rae Barnum

Linda was born in Susanville on May 3, 1950.  She passed away peacefully on January 20, 2017 at the age of 66.  She attended local elementary schools graduating from Lassen High School with the Class of 1968.  She married her high school sweetheart Doug Hibbard in 1969 and welcomed their only child, Sasha.  They remained lifelong friends until Doug’s untimely passing at the age of 49.

Linda had an intense love of the ocean and relocated to the Bay Area for several years prior to returning to Susanville and working at the Lassen County Times.  She then worked at High Desert State Prison in the Accounting Department until her retirement.

Linda loved the spring time when she could plant flowers and place all her precious lawn decorations which included her Fairy Garden Décor.  Her neighbor, Carol, was always willing to participate in helping out.  She also appreciated her other neighbor, Tom, who would help carry in groceries and other heavy items.  She always wanted to repay his generosity with home baked goods, such as soup and biscuits.

Linda was a loving mother and grandmother.  She loved to watch her grandson’s baseball games.  She loved her brother, Keith and sister-in-law Sharon who helped out with all the day to day tasks, such as doctor’s appointments, groceries and pet care which included feeding and unconditional love.

She is survived by her daughter Sasha and son-in-law Ed Campbell, grandson Chase Campbell, step-grandson Trevor Campbell, brother Keith and sister-in-law Sharon Barnum, as well as numerous aunts, uncles and cousins.

She is preceded in death by her parents Henry (Hank) & Bertie Barnum and her true companion Doug Hibbard.

She also leaves behind her beloved Chihuahua, Taz and her three cats, Savannah, Paxton & Sugar Bear.

Considering Linda’s intense love of animals the family is asking for donations be made to the Humane Society or the local animal shelter.

Memorial Services will be held in the spring to honor her love of the season.

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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

Dr. David R. Beckwith

Dr. David R. Beckwith, 60, of Susanville, California, died January 23, 2017 due to complications arising from a previous surgery. He was born in Denver, Colorado on September 5, 1956 and grew up in Pueblo, Colorado. After completing an undergraduate degree at Colorado State University he moved to Chicago, Illinois where he earned his Medical Degree from Northwestern University Medical School. Dr. Beckwith trained as a General Surgeon in Honolulu, Hawaii prior to managing a medical clinic in Dallas, Texas. In 1988 he moved to Susanville, California and began his 28 year career as a “small town doctor.”

Dave loved what Lassen County had to offer, from fishing and cross country skiing to 4 wheel adventures on Diamond Mountain. He was an active member of the community, serving many years as Chief of Staff at the local Hospital and also as an advisor on the Hospital Board. He also volunteered his time in other ways throughout his time in Lassen County, with the Juvenile Justice Commission and Lassen Family Services. He was a long standing member of the Rotary Club of Susanville where the Rotary Youth Exchange Program was especially dear to his heart. Having opened his home to students from around the world for many years as “host father,” he later coordinated exchanges for students from around the world to the Northern California/Nevada District with Rotary.

He is survived by Sandy Beckwith, his wife of 37 years and daughters Allison Beckwith, 28 and Michelle Beckwith, 24. He was especially proud of his girls, both for their academic achievements in earning advanced degrees, and for their sharing his love of the outdoors. He is also survived by his mother Marion “Sue” Beckwith and sisters Nancy Weiland and Jane Beckwith.

At Dave’s request private services will be held at a later date.

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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

Dustin James Davenport

Dustin James Davenport was a kind and loving son who had many hopes for his future. He was born July 20, 1985, in Susanville, California, to Sherry Chappuis Hunt and Matt Davenport. Dustin lost his life at the young age of 31 on February 5, 2017, in Reno, Nevada. Dustin had struggles in life that called him to his Heavenly home early; he was received in the Loving arms of his Heavenly Father and beloved grandparents.

Dustin lived in Susanville until he was 16, where he attended Meadow View and Lassen High School, before moving to Minden, Nevada, where he attended high school. He later moved to Reno, Nevada. He had been attending school in Reno for welding, in the hopes of one day working in the trade with his dad.

Dustin had a wonderful relationship with his grandparents. He loved hunting and fishing with his grandpa, Jim Hunt. Oh, the stories he could tell you! Spending the day hunting in the woods with his grandfather was one of his favorite things to do; he dreamed of following in his grandpa’s footsteps and becoming a hunting guide one day. We know he is in Heaven with Jim, laughing and telling hunting stories. He also had a deep love and respect for his grandmother, Barbara Hunt, and enjoyed spending quality time with her over a cup of coffee. Moreover, he loved to visit grandparents Clete and Sue Davenport in Fort Jones, California, where he enjoyed riding horses with his sister.

Dustin was a great talker with a wonderful sense of humor; he could strike up a conversation with anyone and talk for hours, especially if it was about the things he loved. He loved to be outdoors, whether in the mountains or the desert, and always wanted to be out hiking, fishing, or camping.

Dustin will be greatly missed and is survived by a large, loving family: parents Sherry Chappuis Hunt, Matt and Michelle Davenport, sons Wyatt and Axill, sisters Kayla (Brian) Burt and Kena Longabaugh, brothers Derek Robertson, Ethan, Izak, and Deric Davenport, sister Katrina Davenport, step-sister Julisa Edwards, step-brother Josh Edwards, nieces and a nephew, Betty and Ron Porter, and lots of aunts and uncles. He is preceded in life to the great forest in Heaven by his grandparents Jim Hunt and Barbara Hunt, and Clete and Sue Davenport.

As per Dustin’s request, he will be cremated, and a celebration of life will be Saturday, February 11, at 2:00 PM at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints (935 Mercedes Drive, Sparks 89436) in Spanish Springs, Nevada. A viewing will be held at O’Brien Rogers & Crosby (600 W. 2^nd Street, Reno) on Friday, February 10 at 3:00 PM.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests you talk to your children repeatedly about the devastating effects of addiction and intervene with loved ones who struggle with this epidemic. Become an advocate and write your local legislators to increase the funding for addiction, mental health research, and treatment centers. Please do whatever it takes to fight this disease that is gripping our nation, so you never have to feel the loss we feel. Please donate to Salvation Army or local addiction recovery programs.

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

Laura Ann (Tunney) Terry

Laura Ann (Tunney) Terry, age 53 of Westwood, passed away at her home surrounded by the love of family, on Saturday , February 11, 2017. She was born to Georgeann Ledbetter and the late Bj Hicks, on June 18, 1964.

Laura attended Westwood High School (class of 1983), and was, at that time, an active member of the First Baptist Church of Westwood where she met Glen J Terry, whom she later married in December 1983. Laura attended and graduated from Heald’s Business College in San Francisco. She later became a devoted mother to Bryan (Bj) Terry and Andrea Jackson and she was a loving grandma to Bailee A Jackson.

In recent times, Laura was an active volunteer with the Westwood Museum as she had a passion for history and a love of her community. Laura had been instrumental in the planning of the upcoming Westwood High School all-class reunion of June 2017. She was a current member of Susanville Nazarene Church.

Family and friends were Laura’s passion and delight. Before Laura became ill she was active in her church and avid with her card making and scrapbooking groups where she met and reconnected with many friends.

Laura will be greatly missed and is survived by her husband: Glen Terry of Westwood, CA,  children: Bryan (and Sara Terry) of Fairfield, CA; Andrea (and Chris Jackson) of Leavitt Lake, CA; Sheila (and Nathan Svenson) of Capitola, CA; and her beloved granddaughter, Bailee Jackson; mother: Georgeann Ledbetter of Lynchburg, VA; sisters: Patricia (and Dan Edwards) of Lynchburg, VA; Linda Keany of Pacific Grove, CA; brother: Bryan (and Sandy) Leutke of Hornbrook, CA; and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, brothers -in-law, sisters-in-law, uncles and aunts. She was preceded in death by her father, Bj Hicks; grandmother, Bernice Reeder; and beloved cousin, who was like a brother, Joe Reeder. All whom loved her dearly will never forget her love, faith, strength, grace and her love of family.

The family wishes to thank all of those who visited, prayed and offered support during her last few months.

A memorial service will be held at Susanville Nazarene Church, on Thursday, February 23rd at 2:00 p.m. A burial will take place at a future undetermined date in Howard’s Ridge, Missouri.

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

Jack Tomberlin 1930 – 2017

Jack Tomberlin born in November of 1930 to Lewis and Isabel Tomberlin. John M. Tomberlin, one of five children, was always known as Jack.  A graduate of Half Moon Bay High school, he participated in band and choir. Jack loved to sing and had a beautiful voice. He later completed his Associate in Arts degree at San Mateo Junior College in 1953.

Jack followed the path of his father and brothers and became a plumber and a Union Member of Local Union 467. Several years later, he became part owner of Gazos Creek Beach House in Pescadero, CA, where he could be heard singing from the bar.

He was a proud member of the Half Moon Bay Spanish Town Dons Drill Team, with whom he marched in parades in California and across the country. Jack moved to Lassen County after he retired in the early 1990’s settling down in Westwood, CA, where his father had served as Community Services Director and other family members lived.

Jack is survived by his sister Patricia Lawson of Napa, CA and daughters Judi Tomberlin of Modesto, CA, Paula Fantulin of Stockton, CA, Claudia Tomberlin of Jackson, CA, Anita Zavala of Susanville, CA and son Ryan Tomberlin of Washington D.C. as well as his 12 grandchildren and 19 great grandchildren. Services will be held this summer at the Westwood 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

Martha Grace Bacon Miller

Martha passed away on February 15, 2017 in Sparks Nevada at the age of 86. She was born on February 22, 1930 in Hollister, California to Clarence and Grace Butterfield Bacon. Martha’s
great grandfather, Myron Bacon, headed out to California during the Gold Rush from Illinois. He and his wife and six children eventually settled in 1866 in Bear Valley on the east side of the
Pinnacles and were among the first Americans to settle there.

Their son Horace Greeley Bacon, which was Martha’s grandfather, taught at the one-room Bear Valley School for more than twenty years, becoming the community’s most popular and highly regarded teacher.

Martha grew up on the family ranch in Bear Valley and graduated from San Benito High School in 1948. She went to college at UC Santa Barbara and graduated with an elementary teaching credential. She moved to Lassen County in 1952 as the new bride of Herb Miller, who had also been born and raised in Hollister, and had purchased a ranch in 1951 near Litchfield California. She taught in the Susanville School District before deciding to stay home and be a full time mom and help on the ranch.

After her children were grown and raised, Martha went to work at California Correctional Center where she worked 10 years until she retired in 1995.

All four of her children were very active in 4-H and she enjoyed being involved in the 4-H program. She was the key leader for the Standish 4-H Club for many years. She was also a
past member of the Standish Bible Church.

Martha Bacon Miller is survived by her four children: Darlene Miller, (Ted Check), Nancy Sisk (Martin), Becky Neely (Tom) and Chris P. Miller (Nancy) who all live in Lassen County. Also
surviving are eight grandchildren: Levi Anderson, Clinton Neely, Colter Sisk, Shelby Sisk McArthur, Kyle Neely, Kayla Neely, Ginger Miller and Waylon Miller. She also has two great
grandchildren; LeShawn and Aubree Anderson.

She was preceded in death by her husband Herb Miller in 2011 and brothers Warren Bacon, Horace Bacon and sisters Marian Peel and Bobbi Hunt.

Graveside services will be held at Diamond Crest Cemetery in Johnstonville Calif on Saturday March 4th at 11 am. The family asks that in lieu of flowers to make a contribution to your favorite charity

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 Walter Sullivan

David Walter Sullivan was born 10-24-80 and passed from this world, into heaven too soon on 2-21-17. Dave was an amazing man! He spent more than half of his life loving his wife, Chris Sullivan madly, truly, deeply… And loving his kids Kyrie, Jordan, and Dominique to the moon and back.

In his short life, he touched the souls of every person he met. He was loving, sarcastic, funny, and tough on the outside but a teddy bear on the inside. He was 100% dedicated to every person in his family, especially his dad Eugene ‘Charlie’ Sullivan and his sisters Christy and Tiffany. Always there for others that he called family. He took both young and old under his wing and gave them guidance.

He was the best poppop ever to his grandson Aaron and loved sharing snacks and oatmeal with him. Dave also leaves behind his mom, Debbie Sullivan, his grandma, Nancy Chalmers, whom he cherished, and countless other family and friends. We invite all those that he touched to celebrate his life with us.

Come share your stories and memories on March 18th at Community Church of Susanville, 1400 Numa Dr., 3:00 p.m.

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

“Corkey” Loyd Henry Urmson Jr.
August 8, 1944 – March 13, 2017 “In Loving Memory”

Loyd “Corkey” H Urmson Jr., passed peacefully at home Monday, March 13^th, 2017 from pancreatic cancer.

Corkey was born to Loyd H Urmson Sr., “Pappy”, and Marie Myers on August 8, 1944. As a kid, he was self-taught on the guitar and other various musical instruments, but as a teen, Corkey was stricken with polio and told by doctors he would never walk, hunt or fish again but in no time, he was up and running with his friends as he was not one to just give up. As his love for music drove him, he joined various bands perfecting his musical talent fulfilling his dream of being a musical entertainer, which he did throughout his life, performing all over the western United States, including Alaska.

Being a true music man, he worked as a cook to also attain ‘Chef’ status in Southern California. In 1975 he brought his family to Susanville to work at Californian Correctional Facility as a Cook Supervisor, retiring from CCC Corkey continued to play music and enjoying his loving family. Later in life he would play music at Susanville First Baptist church.

Loyd Corkey Urmson, is survived by his children Pete & Laura Urmson, Shelley & Glenn Sargent, and Leonard Urmson. Sisters Marilyn Evens and Jan Hahn, grandchildren: Dana Soares, Jack Carpenter, Keith Urmson, Dene Guitierez, Cassandra Urmson and Julianna Urmson, numerous nieces and nephews and a lifetime of friends he called family.

Loyd Corkey Urmson is together again with his loving wife Julia Darlene Urmson, his parents Loyd H Urmson Sr., and Marie Meyers, brother Robert Urmson and sister Pat Gamble.

To pay your respects, services will be held at Walton’s Colonial Mortuary April 29, 2017 at 10:00 a.m.

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

William Robert Knox

William Robert Knox was born in Portola, California, Sept. 30, 1937 to Clifford Knox and Ethel Knox-Osterman. He passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family Feb. 20.

William was one of four children, Ilda Davis, Alice Knox, Patricia Worthen and brother-in-law, George Worthen, and several nephews and nieces.

William went to high school in Bakersfield, California. In 1955 he enlisted into the Navy and served for 12 years, five months. William continued his civil service career at Mare Island Naval Shipyard in Vallejo, California, as a federal security officer until 1990 when he transferred to Herlong, where he retired in 1994.

In January 1972, after working a long night, he went into Sambo’s restaurant and met the love of his life, a waitress by the name of Deborah Wade. They were married Sept. 22, 1972, which was a miracle due to it being deer season.

Later they had two daughters, Cheryl Knox-Bogard and Julie Knox. William had six grandchildren, Brandon Knox, Robin Smith, Daniel Knox, Courtney Bogard, Amy Bogard and Kaylei Knox.

William volunteered with the department of fish and game dedicated 30 years as a hunter safety instructor. He loved teaching all he taught to be safe and responsible hunters.

In William’s spare time, he enjoyed reloading bullets in the garage with his youngest granddaughter, Kaylei Knox. We enjoyed building buggies with his friends and riding in the Susanville buggie club. William loved to go hunting and fishing with his family and friends, and to William there was nothing better than being in the great outdoors.

William’s greatest love was to be with his wife, Deborah, his children and grandchildren.

William loved his family, friends and church family very much.

William will forever be in our hearts and will be loved and missed by all.

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

Paul Bruce Ingle

Paul Bruce Ingle was born on March 15^th 1950 in Santa Clara California to Otis Vernell Ingle, and Carmen Ingle.  Bruce was raised in the Santa Clara area until the age of 13 when he and his family moved to Ashland Oregon.  He attended Pentecostal Bible College in Livermore, Ca, or as he called it Pentecostal Bridal College in Lovermore, Ca.  There he met Debbie Lucas and after a 6-week courtship he asked Debbie to be his wife.  They were married in Romoland, Ca January 29^th, 1972.  Bruce worked many vocations in his life, but his joy was service to GOD as a volunteer for multiple churches.  In 1993 Bruce accepted the pastorate of Gospel Tabernacle, and faithfully served the congregation at Gospel Tabernacle until his death.

Pastor felt that he was not only called by God to pastor at Gospel Tabernacle, but commissioned by God to help the community.  His vision was that he would reach 20% of the community by the year 2020, he called it his 20/20 vision. He asked God for a venue to accomplish this.  Shortly after this prayer, he received a letter from Sheriff Bill Freitas asking him to become a Chaplain.  He joined and never regretted his decision.  He truly loved all of the people in Lassen County. His family feels that he reached his 20/20 vision.

Bruce was reunited in heaven with his father, Rev. O.V. Ingle, his mother, Carmen Ingle, his mentor and father-in-law, Paul Lucas; and His brother-in-law, Paul Ray Lucas.

He is survived by his loving wife of 45 years, Debbie.  His daughter, Sherry and her husband, Matthew.  His son, Nathan and his wife Heather.  The lights of his life, his grandkids: Sarah Williams, Lucas Williams, Abigale Ingle, and Caleb Ingle.  His siblings: Vernell & Pam Ingle, Cindy & Jim Willis, Larry & Teresa Lucas, and Sherry & Doug Gleason. His mother-in-law, Gerry Lucas, and numerous extended family members.

We have had several inquiries regarding donations, we ask for donations made in his name to either Lassen County Sheriff’s Explorer program, or the City of Susanville Fire Departments Explorer program.

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

Melvin Leo Cook Jr.

Melvin Leo Cook Jr. 72 went home to be with our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ peacefully at home surrounded by family on April 8th 2017. He was born May 1st 1944 in Berryville Arkansas to Dovie and Melvin Cook Sr.  Leo served in the US Army and retired from Sierra Army Depot in Herlong California. He was preceded in death by his parents, Dovie and Melvin Cook Sr., along with his sister Linda Olives.

He loved the outdoors and always looked forward to opening day of creek fishing with his family. When not outside or spending time with his family you would find him studying God’s Word in his bible. He always had words of Jesus for everyone. He was an example of God’s love to all that knew him.

He is survived by his wife Brenda (Lasater) Cook of 51 years, their children, Jenise (Cook) Strickler husband Phil, Darrell wife Melanie, Tammy (Cook) Jacobs husband Chris, and Travis wife Christina. Siblings are Oma, Bill, Norma, Boyd, Dan, Don, and Paul, also by 10 grandchildren and 9 great grandchildren.

Services are being held at the Pentecostal church in Doyle California at 1:00pm viewing is 10:00am to 12:00pm. Please join us for a reception at the Doyle senior building immediately following the celebration of life services.

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

Arlene Fern Friend

Arlene Fern Friend passed away April 9, 2017 at Mercy Hospital in Redding, California. She was born in Susanville, California on March 16, 1939. Arlene leaves her mother Alline Axley of Susanville, two sons, Eric and Jason Friend, brother Donald Axley of Carmichael, California. She is survived by several grandchildren.

She will be greatly missed by her friends Jack Kessler and Susan Ramirez. Arlene attend high school in Susanville, California and junior college in Sacramento, California for Police Sciences.

Burial will be at Diamond Crest Cemetery. Arrangements are by Walton’s Colonial Chapel in Susanville, California.

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

Harold Laughlin 

Harold Laughlin, age 82, of Doyle, California entered eternal rest April 17, 2017 at St. Mary’s Hospital in Reno, Nevada. Harold was born in Richfield, Minnesota on October 2, 1934 to Austin and Ada Laughlin, but grew up in Lake Preston, South Dakota.

Harold left Lake Preston at the age of 17 to join the Navy. Harold served in the Korean War, and was on board a destroyer during the Cuban Missile Crisis. After discharging from the Navy, Harold moved west to look for work in Reno, Nevada. He eventually became a civilian employee for Sierra Army Depot in Herlong where he retired in 1988 having worked there for over 25 years.

While stationed near Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Harold met his future wife Anita. After coming to Reno, Anita followed Harold and they were married in 1963. They quickly added to the family having three children in the next three years. Harold loved to go camping and fishing and his children fondly remember summers spent at the local lakes. Harold equally loved NASCAR and on Sunday afternoons, he could be found watching the latest race and rooting for his favorite driver.

Harold was baptized and confirmed into the Catholic faith in 1987 and enjoyed being a member of Sacred Heart Church’s Herlong Mission. In his early years in the Church, he was a member of the Knights of Columbus and helped at their bingo nights. Harold was also a founding member of the Doyle Historical Society and was proud to have helped with the moving and restoring of the Constantia Church in Doyle. His later life was spend enjoying time with family and friends.

Harold was preceded in death by his wife of 49 years, Anita, brothers Stanley and Kenny, and parents Austin and Ada. He is survived by sons Timothy and Thomas Laughlin, daughter Teresa Laughlin and grandchildren T.J. Laughlin and Toria Laughlin and many nieces and nephews.

Services for Harold will be Saturday, April 29^th at the former Base chapel. Rosary/viewing will begin at 12:30 with Funeral Mass following at 1:30 and graveside services immediately following at Doyle Cemetery. After services, family would like to invite all to celebrate Harold’s life at the Doyle Senior/Community Center with a potluck luncheon.

The family would like to thank those who offered prayers, support and condolences during this difficult time.

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

Marlee Elna Bonham

Marlee Elna Bonham passed away at Lassen Nursing Center in Susanville, California on April 20, 2017. She was 91 years old. Marlee was born in Ash Valley California at the home of parents George and Martha (Anderson) Randrup on September 24, 1925.

Her early years were spent in Janesville California . Her parents then moved to Doyle in 1940.  Marlee attended Lassen High School, graduating in 1943. She was a Lassen County 4-H AllStar. She accomplished a year of junior college while driving the high school bus from Doyle to Susanville.  From 1945 to 1946 she taught elementary school in Red Rock CA. Later her parents bought a ranch at the south end of Susanville.

She met her future husband, Jack Bonham at a New Year’s Eve dance in Doyle in 1943. They were married September 29, 1946 in Reno, Nevada. She and Jack lived on the Bonham cattle ranch at Round Hole, Nevada on the edge of the Smoke Creek Desert for 25 years. Husband Jack bought a small airplane and they flew all around northern Nevada, California and Idaho over the years. In 1971 they sold the ranch and moved to Susanville where they bought the 20 acre Randrup ranch from her mother. She remained there the rest of her life. Jack passed away on Jan 7, 2016.

Marlee was a talented ranch wife of her generation, sewing many of the clothes worn by her family. She had a great interest in cooking and loved trying new recipes. She won many ribbons with her delicious entries to the Lassen County Fair cooking competitions. She loved to buy and read new cookbooks.

Marlee was active in the Lassen County Farm Bureau serving as secretary for over 9 years.

She also served as the secretary for the Susanville and Johnstonville Farm Bureau for 6 years. For many years, she volunteered at the Home Economic Building at the Lassen County Fairs. In 1998 Marlee and Jack were selected Lassen County Fair Old Timers of the Year.

Marlee was a beloved mother, wife, grandmother and great grandmother. She will be missed by all. She is survived by sons Bill (Verlene) of Reno, daughter Susan (John), of Susanville, and son Jerry (LaDel) of Malin, Oregon, grandsons: Jake (Kari) of Tigard, Oregon; Zeke (Catherine) of Red Bluff California; Ethan of Malin, granddaughter Kara of Reno; great granddaughter Teagan of Tigard, great grandsons Cooper and Tristan of Red Bluff.

Marlee will be interned in a private ceremony at the Janesville Cemetery next to husband Jack and her parents. A memorial will be scheduled at a later date.

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Yvette Crouch

Yvette Crouch passed Tuesday, March 28 into the loving arms of Jesus, to join her mother, father, and relatives. She has touched many lives across the country.

Evie was born in Indianapolis on St. Patrick’s Day in 1956. In that era, children with Down Syndrome where commonly put into institutions.  Her parents, Don and Paula Crouch, chose to raise with her at home with her three siblings.  In Indiana she grew up with many cousins, aunts and uncles, and friends of the family in Indiana for 48 years. She is best remembered for her love of sports, huge sporty –shirt collection, and saving her mother’s life in 1976.

By 2004 both of Evie’s parents had passed and she came to live with Minette and Doug Hutchinson in Susanville and began her next 13 years as a CA girl.  Yvette attended Lassen Life Skill for 13 years and North Valley Services for her last four months. Evie loved the many activities and especially Special Olympics. Yvette was always welcomed at Richmond School where her sister worked.  Students were always excited for her visits, and shared lots of “Evie stories” with their parents. Yvette attended CEFC where she enjoyed the many hugs and bobbing to the music.

Yvette loved to travel.  She would unwind after the long trip to Doug’s family in Yakima, WA with a few semi-cartwheels & a big smile. Evie also enjoyed visits to cousins in San Diego, Port Hadlock, WA, New York, Indiana, and her nephews Ross and Garrett Steensland in OR.  Even though the annual 36-hour trip to the family fishing camp in Lake of the Woods, Canada was long, she never complained.

Yvette Crouch is succeeded by her sister, Minette Hutchinson of Susanville, and brother, Eric Crouch of Indianapolis. Her service was held at CEFC on Numa Street in Susanville on Saturday, April 22.  Please send any donations to SAAC (Special Athletes and Activites Club), PO Box 3000, Susanville, CA 96130 in honor of Evie. The funds will be used for Special Olympics and local activities. Thank you, Evie, for being such an incredible part of so many people’s lives.

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

Ray Eldon Bell 

Ray Bell passed from this life at his home in Sacramento California after a long and courageous battle with cancer. Ray was a longtime resident of Lassen and Plumas Counties. He was born in Cortez Colorado to Lila and Clarence Bell in 1940. HIs family moved to Oakley, CA in 1942. He went to Liberty Union High School in Brentwood CA. He served his country in the National Guard. He owned his own trucking company and also worked as a truck driver for Sierra Pacific Industries, lumber mill worker for Collins Pine, and a road worker for Plumas County. He retired from Plumas County.

Ray loved the mountains and enjoyed hunting, camping, and fishing. He was a man who never met a stranger. His stories were tall and many. He could do anything he set his mind to. He loved welding fabrication, building many trailers and wood splitters. He also loved shooting sports and firearms.

Ray is survived by his wife Huong of Sacramento, his daughters Sherry McBroome (Daren), and Kerri Hobbs both of Susanville. He was grandpa to Darrell, Shannon, and Amanda, and great grandpa to Taylor, Keeley,and Violet. He is also survived by his brother Don Bell of Oregon, and many nieces and Nephews.

Ray was  a man who believed in marriage, having been married 6 times. We always thought it would be an ex-wife who killed him but it was cancer. He was a character, and he will be forever missed. A memorial will be planned at a later date.

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

Alex McGinnis Jr. 

Born on May 21, 1929 in Greenwood, MS.  Passed away on May 3, 2017 in Palmdale, CA. Survived by children Carl McGinnis, Darrell McGinnis and Vera McGinnis-Washington.  Funeral services will be held on Saturday, May 13, 2017 at First Baptist Church, Herlong, CA.  at 11:00 am.  Laid to rest at Diamond Crest Cemetery, Johnstonville, CA.

In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to a charity of your choice or help someone in need, in his 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

David Alson Newman

David (Dave) Alson Newman passed away at his home on Wednesday, April 26, 2017.

David was born at his grandmother’s home in Reno, NV on January 24, 1941. David grew up in Susanville, CA.  After graduating from Lassen High School, he went on to obtain a degree in Engineering.

In 1965 David started his engineering career with the U.S. Department of Agriculture, Forest Service Department, where he worked on many of the roads and trails people still use today.  He retired after 33 years in 1998.

David enjoyed spending time outdoors hunting, fishing, and camping.  He enjoyed spending time with family and friends most of all.  He was a member of the Lassen High School Alumni Association, where he was able to see old friends and make new ones.

David is preceded in death by his wife of 43 years Antoinette (Andy) Newman, parents Alson and Louise Newman of Susanville, CA his brother Howard Newman and his wife Alice Newman of Sacramento, CA.

He is survived by his son Randy Newman of Susanville, his daughter Maryann Kiar, her husband Wesley Kiar and their two sons Kaleb and Kevin Kiar of Janesville, along with multiple nieces and nephews.

A celebration of life BBQ will be held 11:00am Saturday, June 24, 2017 at his home located at 698-910 Susan Hills Dr.

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

Robert Edwards

Robert Edwards passed away from this life with family by his side due to complications from an illness.

Bob was born in Oroville, CA to John Edwards and Mary Bradford Edwards. He was a long time resident of Lassen County moving here at age 11, and never wanting to live anywhere else.

After graduating from Lassen High School in 1968, he enlisted in the Army and served his country in Vietnam with the 101st Airborne. Bob returned home in 1971 with a Bronze Star, Army Commendation Medal, National Defense Service Medal, and Vietnam Service and Campaign Medals.

He worked for Sierra Pacific Industries as a Head Rig Sawyer and as Sawmill Foreman. He also worked for Baldwin Construction and Larimer-Surian Construction until he retired.

Bob’s passion was the outdoors. He took every chance he could to go hunting, fishing, shooting, or simply to cruise his truck down long backroads, enjoying the wildlife while taking note of each dry lodgepole pine that would make for the best firewood. When he was at home, he could be found working in his shop – tying jigs, reloading ammunition, or picking a tune on his old guitar.

Bob is survived by his loving wife, Dottie of almost 45 years and his daughter Carla (Cliff) Arnold of Kuna, Idaho. He was Papa to Trever, Trace, and Bailey Arnold also of Kuna Idaho.

He is also survived by brothers, Ray (Jennifer) Flowers of Herlong, CA and Carl Ed Flowers of Sparks, NV; as well as numerous nieces and nephews.

A memorial will be held at a later date.

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