Mary Di Duca Dec. 3, 1907 - Dec. 28, 2001 Mary Di Duca, 94, moved to Los Gatos from Port Huron, Mich., in 1958. She was born in Atina, Italy. While living in Los Gatos, she was a representative for, and an integral part of, the family construction business, Di Duca Brothers Inc., and was active in many community and industry associations. She was a recognized member of the Los Gatos Chamber of Commerce, past president of Woman In Construction, past president and Woman of the Year of the Los Gatos Business and Professional Woman’s Club. She was also a member of Quota Club, Republican Women and the Paradise Host Lions Club. Mrs. Di Duca and her husband of 71 years, James V. Di Duca, moved to Paradise in 1985. Her husband passed away in 1995. Mrs. Di Duca enjoyed spending time with her family, gardening, landscaping, playing the piano and oil painting. She was the mother of five children by the age of 26, survived both World Wars I and II and the Great Depression. Her sons, Mark Di Duca and Joe Di Duca of Paradise; daughters, Dorothy Eagen of Los Gatos, Joyce Kihnley of Cupertino and Estella Meyer of San Jose; 18 grandchildren, 27 great-grandchildren and nine great-great-grandchildren survive Mrs. Di Duca. Memorial contributions may be made to the St. Thomas More Catholic Church School Fund in Paradise. Funeral services will be held Friday at 10 a.m., at St. Thomas More Catholic Church. Rosary will be said at 6:30 p.m. Thursday at Rose Chapel Mortuary. Visitation will be on Thursday from 4 to 8 p.m. Rose Chapel Mortuary made funeral arrangements. Myrtle Findley Jan. 21, 1909 - Dec. 27, 2001 Myrtle “Lila” Findley, 92, was born January 21, 1909 to Paul and Myrtle Hubbard in Pima, Ariz., where she was also raised and educated. In 1928 she marriage Toney Jefferson Findley. In 1942 they moved to Bellflower, where she was employed as a bookkeeper. In 1971 they moved to Paradise. Mrs. Findley was a seamstress, enjoyed cooking and being with her family. She was a member of the Church of Christ in Paradise, Gold Nugget Museum Association and attended the Peg Taylor Center in Chico. Her husband preceded her in death in June 1985. She is survived by daughters, Lucille Moffitt of Norwalk and Fran Mantonya of Paradise; brothers, Freeman Hubbard of Glendale, Ariz. and John Hubbard of Valley Center; five grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren and three great-great-grandchildren. A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, at Newton-Bracewell Chico Funeral Home. Visitation will be held from 1 to 3. Memorial Donations may be made to the Peg Taylor Center in care of Newton-Bracewell Chico Funeral Home who are in charge of arrangements. George Wilfong April 29, 1920 - Dec. 31, 2001 George W. Wilfong, 81, was a member of the Paradise Pentecostal Church where he worked with young people. He was born in West Virginia to George and Sylvia Wilfong Sr. Mr. Wilfong was an avid music lover and enjoyed being with his family and friends. Mr. Wilfong is survived by his wife, Mabel Wilfong, daughters, Nancy Orcutt of Fremont and Karen Castillo of Las Vegas; sisters, Kathleen Wood of La Mesa, Mary Smith of Florida and Linda Arnold of Kentucky. Services will be held Friday at 2 p.m. at Paradise Pentecostal church. Rose Chapel Mortuary prepared the arrangements. Juanita Moran July 29, 1914 - Dec. 31, 2001 Juanita Lenora Moran, 87, worked at Mac’s Furniture store in Paradise as an interior decorator from 1963 to 1978. She was born in Fresno to John and Bessie Long and attended high school and a two year college. Mrs. Moran marriage Don Moran in 1962 in Carson City, Nev. She is survived by her husband, Don Moran of Woodland; daughters, Barbara Flewellyn of Granite Bay and Hazel Knoch of Woodland; three grandchildren, three great-grandchildren and sister, Ardath Robertson of Oakhurst. No services are planned. Arrangements were made by Paradise Chapel of the Pines. Mary Watts April 11, 1918 - Dec. 23, 2001 Mary Helen Watts, 82, was a resident of Butte County for 20 years. She was born in Hawaii and was a sales clerk for various clothing stores for 30 years before retiring. She is survived by her son, Craig Campbell of Greenview; sisters Hilda Coolings of Paradise, Cecelia Wolfe, and one grandchild. There are no services planned. Paradise Chapel of the Pines handled the arrangements. Toni Morales Feb. 10, 1962 - Dec. 29, 2001 Toni Lee Morales, 39, was a cook for the Paradise Elks Lodge. She was born in San Jose to Bruce and Brenda Kleiner. She moved to Paradise in 1997 from San Jose. Ms. Morales enjoyed cooking, collecting dolls, and arts and crafts. She is survived by her father, Bruce Kleiner of Magalia; mother, Brenda Kleiner of San Jose; daughters, Brook Morales of San Jose and Adrianna Heltman of Rancho Murietta. Services will be held at noon on Monday at St. Thomas More Catholic Church. Funeral arrangements were made by Rose Chapel Mortuary. Gerald Embres Feb. 11, 1943 - Dec. 29, 2001 Gerald M. Embres, 58, was a lifetime member of Handyman Club of America. He loved woodworking and fishing, but most important in his life was his family and friends. Mr. Embres was born in Boston, Mass. He was a custodian at Butte College. He is survived by his wife, Brenda Embres, whom he marriage in 1965. They were marriage for 36 years. Son, Mark Nickolas Embres of Paradise and two grandchildren. He was predeceased by his son, Scott Edward Embres. There are no services planned. Rose Chapel Mortuary handled the arrangements. Cecil Feitag Sept. 9, 1928 - Dec. 30, 2001 Cecil Freitag, 73, was born in New Braunfels, Texas to Henry and Daisy Freitag. After graduating from high school, he enlisted in the United States Navy in 1946. Mr. Freitag marriage Gloria Rodman in San Francisco in 1950. He served an apprenticeship in furniture refinishing and management, and was then employed by a large furniture store in San Francisco as service manager. After retirement, he was self-employed, repairing and refinishing furniture. He and his wife enjoyed traveling in their motor home throughout the United States. Mr. Freitag was a resident of Butte County for the past three years. He also enjoyed gardening and playing cards. He is survived by his wife, Gloria Freitag of Magalia; sons, Wayne of Watsonville and Rod of Walnut Creek. Memorial services will be held at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to either the Paradise SPCA or the American Cancer Society in care of Newton-Bracewell Cremation and Funeral Service of Magalia, who is handling the arrangements. John Gay Oct. 13, 1904 - Dec. 29, 2001 John Clifford Gay, 96, was a fireman for Klamath Falls Fire Department for 30 years. He served in the armed forces of the United States. He was born in Baker City, Ore., to Alexander and Elna Gay, and was a resident of Magalia for one year. His stepdaughter, Elaine Johnson of Magalia; grandson, James Johnson of Redding; granddaughters, Dee Johnson of Magalia and Stephen Johnson of Klamath Falls, Ore.; 10 great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren survive him. There are no services planned. Final resting place will be at Klamath Memorial Park Cemetery, Klamath Falls, Ore. Paradise Chapel of the Pines handled the funeral arrangements. Earl Atherton Nov. 7, 1906 - Nov. 17, 2001 Earl Murillo Atherton, 95, was a ship-fitter for the San Fran-cisco Naval Shipyard until he retired. He was past president of the Paradise Garden Club and a folk dancing enthusiast. Mr. Atherton was born in Redwood City to Edward Murillo and Mary B. Hooker. He was preceded in death by his wife of 40 years, Gwendolyn Atherton. Mr. Atherton is survived by his brother-in-law, Irving Alter of San Francisco and nephews, Howard Alter of Fresno and Michael Alter of Israel. He will be inurned with his wife at Mountain View Cemetery in Oakland. Rose Chapel Mortuary handled the arrangements. Gordon McAleavey May 26, 1929 - Dec. 18, 2001 Gordon McAleavey, 72, was a field service employee for IBM in Canada and the United States for 32 years. He was born in Canada to Agnes and Harry McAleavey. Mr. McAleavey was a member of the Elks for 21 years and the Paradise Pines Men’s Golf Club, and Seniors in Retirement No. 82 for 15 years. He was an avid golfer, and in his retirement spent a great deal of time on his computer. He loved and enjoyed his family. Mr. McAleavey is survived by his wife, Margaret McAleavey; sons, Michael McAleavey of Gilroy, Brian McAleavey of Brentwood and Greg McAleavey of San Jose, and daughter, Teri Crisanty of Granite Bay. Memorial services will be held on Friday, Jan. 18, at the Elks Lodge in Paradise at 1 p.m. Rose Chapel Mortuary is handling the arrangements. Jeannette Walker Dec. 22, 1916 - Nov. 8, 2001 Jeannette Louise Lindman Walker, was born in Kingsburg, to Ed and Gracie Lind-man and spent her early years in the San Joaquin Valley town of Visalia, where, as a young adult, she worked as a court stenographer. In 1942, she met Robert Walker; an army officer stationed in Tulare and they were soon marriage in Berkeley. When her husband retired, she and her family moved to Paradise, where she was an active member in local social organizations. She is survived by her brother, George Lindman of Stuart, Fla.; sons, Robert B. of Paradise, James T. of Santa Ana, Thomas K. of New York City, and her many friends. Her husband, Mr. Walker, predeceased her in 1993. Private services were held at the Stirling City Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association, c/o Millie’s Place, P.O. Box 3148, Paradise, CA 95967. Leonard Kay Feb. 17, 1925 - Dec. 31, 2001 Leonard A. Kay, 76, owned an auto parts store in Paradise, and then went back to work as a sales representative for Genuine Parts Company, known as NAPA before retiring in 1991. He was born in Westwood, Lassen County to George H. Kay and MaryJane A. Lamson. Mr. Kay was a resident of Carson City, Nev. for 20 years. He served in the United States Navy in the Pacific Ocean during World War II. Mr. Kay started to work in auto parts in 1942 and worked for Colyear Motor Sales out of San Francisco as a sales representative. Mr. Kay was a high priest and member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Carson City Fourth Ward. His parents, two brothers, George and Arthur, and two sons, Timothy and George preceded him in death. His wife, Alice; daughters, Shirley Ann Orlando of Carson City and Martha Lynette Kendall of Carson City; 12 grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren, and two sisters, Helen Rojas and Jane Morley survive him. Services were held Jan. 5 at Walton’s Chapel of the Valley in Carson City. Interment was in Walton’s Carson Gardens Cemetery. Walton’s Chapel of the Valley handled the arrangements. Cheryl Oustad Oct. 29, 1949 - Dec. 16, 2001 Cheryl Lynn Oustad, 52, worked as a quality control technician for the Xidez Corporation for 8 years. She was born in Palo Alto to Bjorn and Mary Oustad. After moving to Stirling City, she was a caregiver for the local residents. Ms. Oustad loved animals and people. Many of her friends enjoyed her traditional Norwegian recipes. She enjoyed watching auto racing and football, liked nature and the outdoors. As a child, she was very involved in sports, winning trophies in quarter-midget racing cars. She is survived by her father and stepmother, Bjorn and Rosemary Oustad of San Jose; brothers, David Oustad of San Jose, Tom Morrison of Hayward, Lee Morrison of Los Alamos, N.M. and Steven Oustad of Westwood; sister, Patricia Glumac of San Jose, Diane Shiffer of San Jose and Val Arnold of Kokomo, Ind.; 15 nieces and nephews, seven great-nieces and seven great-nephews. Memorial services will be held on Friday at 10 a.m. at the Chapel of the Pines mortuary. Memorial contributions may be made to People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals in her memory. Mail to 501 Front St., Norfolk, VA. 23510 or peta-online.org. Marie Kolbe Oct. 15, 1902 - Dec. 12, 2001 Marie F. Kolbe, 99, graduated from business college in Chicago Ill. as a stenographer and bookkeeper. She worked for F. J. Littell Manufacturing Company for 51 years as head bookkeeper.She was born in Evansville Ind., to Robert and Mary Bock. Mrs. Kolbe was an avid reader and enjoyed spending as much time with her daughter as possible. Her son, Robert Kolbe of New Braunfels, Texas; daughter, Leeanna “Lee” Wilson of Paradise; two grandchildren and two great-grandchildren survive her. There will be no services at her request. Rose Chapel is handling the arrangements. Scott Hoistad March 25, 1956 - Dec. 14, 2001 Scott Hoistad was born in Burbank to Rebecca and Joseph L. Hoistad. He was raised and eduated in the San Fernando Valley. He died from injuries sustained in a single-car accident on Highway 99 south of Chico. Mr. Hoistad served in the United States Navy during the Vietnam War. He lived in Sonoma and the Santa Rosa area where he worked for Hewlett-Packard. He recently moved to Paradise and then to Oroville. Mr. Hoistad was a former member of DeMolay and enjoyed camping. His daughters, Sarah and Julia of Paradise; his parents, Joseph and Rebecca of Arleta and sister, Janice Hoistad of Mission Hills, survive him. Memorial services will be held in Arleta. Newton-Bracewell Chico funeral Home is handling the arrangements. Forrest Roades Aug. 29, 1925 - Nov. 28, 2001 Forrest Lee “Dusty” Roades, 76, was a resident of Magalia for 15 years. He was born in San Francisco to Forrest and Ruby Roades. Mr. Roades died due to a massive heart attack. He was an inside electrician for 42 years as a foreman for Local No. #6 IBEW. He was marriage to Mae J. Freeman in 1947 in Vallejo. Mr. Roades served in the United States Navy during World War II for four years, and the Korean War for four years in the reserves. He was a member of the 20-30 Club, “Man of the Year” in Vallejo, Elk’s Lodge No. 559 in Vallejo and Elks Lodge No. 2026 in Paradise, Moose Lodge No. 2227 of Paradise, Veterans of Foreign Wars No. 2036, American Legion, and the Moose Lodge. He enjoyed fishing, camping, volunteering at the Chico Veteran Clinic, and watching deer and ships. He was a Boy Scout drummer, governor of the Moose Lodge in Paradise No. 2227, served as an electrician’s mate first class on ships: Gunston Hall, Kennebeck and Leiartes in the Victory Area. He is survived by his daughters, Lea Marshelle Roades of Magalia and Elizabeth Joan Palmeroni of N.Y.; son, Brian Clifton Roades of Bremerton, Wash. and two nephews. Memorial services were held at Moose Lodge No. 2227 with military honors by the Paradise Veterans Honor Guard of Paradise. His ashes were committed to the sea. Memorial contributions may be made to your favorite charity. The Neptune Society is handling the arrangements. Juanita Rogers Aug. 22, 1910 - Dec. 19, 2001 Juanita F. Rogers, 91, was a Bible instructor for 25 years. For the last 12 years of her career, she was an instructor for the Northern California Conference of Seventh-day Adventist. She loved church and teaching the Bible. She also enjoyed hosting large dinner parties for special events, family and friends. She never complained or showed her anger. Mrs. Rogers was born in St. Louis, Mo. to Clarence and Bessie True.She was a member of the Paradise Seventh-day Adventist church and co-founder of Temple City Seventh-day Adventist Church.Her husband, Wilmer Rogers, who died in 1991, and one son, Howard Rogers, preceded Mrs. Rogers in death. Her son, Ronald Rogers of Mountain Ranch; sisters, Ruth Fran Surie of Athens, Ga., Billy Jo Dueker of Houston and two grandchildren survive her. A private family service is planned. Rose Chapel is handling the arrangements. Eldon Lamson Aug. 6, 1914 - Dec. 24, 2001 Eldon H. Lamson, 87, was born in Hudson, Mass., to Albert and Selena Lamson. Mr. Lamson graduated from Worcester Trade School in 1934. He worked in Lapont’s machine shop as a maintenance man for two years. In 1937, he moved to Los Angeles where he worked at Douglas Aircraft as a toolmaker for eight years. While in Los Angles, he marriage Alice Macomber, and had one daughter, Barbara. Mr. Lamson moved to Clearlake after he retired and built a house and shop. His first wife died in 1959. He moved to Redwood City and worked at Hospital Linens as their chief maintenance engineer for 14 years. He retired in 1981. In 1983, he marriage Edna Starkey and moved to Magalia in 1985. He belonged to SKPS for 15 years, and was a deacon at Craig Memorial Church and member of the Elks Lodge 2026. He enjoyed fishing with his son-in-law, Dave Reeder. He is survived by his wife, Edna, of Magalia, daughter, Barbara Reeder of Nampa, Idaho; brother, Martin Lamson of Vt.; stepson, Glenn Starkey of Bermuda Dunes; seven grandchildren and 18 great-grandchildren. His brother Lawrence Lamson of Massachusetts predeceased him. A memorial service will be held Friday at 2 p.m. at Craig Memorial Church, 5665 Scottwood Road. Newton-Bracewell in Magalia is handling the arrangements. Memorial contributions may be made to Craig Memorial Church care of Newton Bracewell Funeral Service. Walter Dooley Aug. 14, 1928 - Dec. 21, 2001 Walter V. Dooley, 73, served in the United States Army. He was born in Illinois and worked for the Shell Oil Company for 25 years. Mr. Dooley loved motorcycles and slot cars. He leaves many close friends in the Chico and Paradise area. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Heart Association. At his request, no services will be held. The Neptune Society of Northern California, Chico, made funeral arrangements. Harris Jamieson April 5, 1925 - Dec. 22, 2001 Harris A. Jamieson, 76, served in World War II Army Corps of Engi-neers 1255 Battalion. He was born in Rich-mond to William and Ethel Jamieson. Mr. Jamieson graduated high school in Richmond and attended college in Contra Costa. Mr. Jamison marriage Lenora Bremer in 1950 in Richmond. He retired after 30 years as equipment superintendent with the city of Richmond. He was a member of the American Legion in Richmond, E Clampus Vitas, Teamsters Local 315, and 1255 Corps of Engineers. He enjoying hunting, boating, fishing, traveling and being with his family. He also worked on restoring cars. He is survived by his wife, Lenora of Paradise; sons, Donald of Herald, Douglas of Richmond and David of Chaska, Minn.; brother, Glen of Novoto; eight grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Services will be held Friday, Jan. 4, at Bidwell Chapel. Memorial contributions may be made to Parkinson’s disease. Bidwell Chapel is handling funeral arrangements. Dorothy Regnier Sept. 2, 1911 - Dec. 26, 2001 Dorothy Regnier, 90, was born to Fred and Viola Snook and spent her childhood in Berlin, Neb. In 1930, she marriage Roy Regnier in Lincoln, Neb., where they raised five children. She became a member of the Church of the Brethren and in 1945, she sold their home in Lincoln, and moved the family to California to join friends in founding the Church of the Brethren in Paradise on Sawmill Road. She and her husband built their first home in Paradise on Regnier Lane with pine logs from their property and milled them at the mill on Sawmill Road. They lived on the property until their deaths. She worked at Libby, McNeil and Libby Cannery in Gridley for 35 summers until she retired at the age of 65. After the death of their daughter-in-law to cancer in 1971, she and her husband raised their one-year-old grandson, Leroy Regnier. In 1984, she fulfilled a lifetime goal of visiting the Holy Land. In 1985, she had the pleasure of being the first in attendance at the Jubilee on the Ridge Church, then located on Thompson Lane. Her husband of 53 years, Roy Regnier, and baby daughter, Darleen and two grandchildren preceded her in death. Sons, Leonard Regnier of Chico and Richard Regnier of Paradise; daughters, Nancy Wilson of Placerville and Sarah Shoaf of Kingman, Ind.; 21 grandchildren, 25 great-grandchildren and five great-great-grandchildren survive her. Services will be held at Chapel of the Pines at noon Friday. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Well Ministry, a faith-based rehabilitation center in Chico Chapel of the Pines made funeral arrangements. Charles Rancour July 7, 1941 - Dec. 24, 2001 Charles Rancour, 60, was born in Sutherlin, Ore., to Art and Eveleyn Rancour. He was a grocery storeowner for 13 years. He is survived by his wife, Maureen Rancour of Magalia; daughters, Donna Saeli of North Carolina, Dee Dee Rancour of Los Angeles, Denise Rancour of Sutherlin Ore. and Debbie Colter of Los Angeles; brother, Leverne Rancour of Oroville and six grandchildren. Services will be held Saturday at 11 a.m. at Calvary Chapel of Paradise, 14388 Dogtown Road, Magalia. Paradise Chapel of the Pines handled funeral arrangements. Leatrice Tow March 7, 1925 - Dec. 22, 2001 Leatrice Joy Tow, 76, sang in many musicals and programs, as well as being a church soloist. She had a solo singing part in the Enloe Follies. She was born in Durant, Okla., to Robert and Maggie Bates. She grew up and attended schools in Seminole, Okla. Mrs. Tow marriage Truman Tow in Las Vegas in 1942 and was an eligibility social worker with the Butte County Welfare Department for 10 years. She was preceded in death by her husband, Truman Tow in 1985, and daughter, Karen Lea Layton in 1978. Mrs. Tow is survived by her daughter, Judi Tow of Chico, brother, Robert B. Bates of Silver Spring, Md.; sister, Lois Tow and many nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Enloe Hospice, the American Cancer Society, American Heart Association or the Humane Society. Memorial services will be held Thursday at St. John the Evangelist Episcopal Church 2341 Floral Avenue, Chico, at 3 p.m. Neptune Society of Northern California, Chico, is handling the arrangements. Donald Olsen April 10, 1930 - Dec. 27, 2001 Donald E. Olsen, 71, was a retired teamster truck driver for 19 years for Reed and Graham. Mr. Olsen was born in Esterville, Iowa, to Raymond and Clara Olsen. He was a member of the Gilroy Elks Lodge and enjoyed hunting, fishing, traveling and spending time with his family. Mr. Olsen was preceded in death by his daughter, Donna Olsen, in 1980, and his wife, Walteretta L. Olsen, who died in 1989. He is survived by his sons, John of Paradise, Stephen of Auburn, Douglas of Reno, Nev. and J.D. of Magalia; daughters, Kathleen Wallace of Hollister and Karen Callella of Paradise; brother, Bob of Mason City, Iowa; sisters, Marjorie Voss of Evanston, Ill., Donna Monstrom of Clear Lake, Iowa, Shirley Halstrud of Magalia; seven grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Services will be held at Mt. Hope Cemetery in Morgan Hill, Wednesday at 1 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Kidney Foundation. Funeral arrangements were made through Rose Chapel Mortuary. Kathleen Hopper July 15, 1924 - Dec. 27, 2001 Kathleen G. Hopper, 77, was a waitress for 55 years. She was born in Denton, Texas and was a lifetime member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars. She is survived by her sons, Ronnie Hopper and Dennis Hopper, both of Paradise, and daughter, Patricia McKisson of Coos Bay, Ore. Visitation will be held Wednesday, from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.; and Thursday, from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. There will be no services. Rose Chapel Mortuary is handling the arrangements. Lola Rosen May 23, 1909 - Dec. 7, 2001 Lola Rosen, 92, was marriage to J.B. Rosen in Yuma, Ariz., on July 5, 1931. She enjoyed playing bingo and traveling. Mr. Rosen preceded Mrs. Rosen in death in 1984. One daughter, Sharon Donati of Madera and three sisters also preceded her in death. She is survived by her daughter, Betty Phillips of Paradise; son, Tom Rosen of Riggins, Idaho, son-in-law, Nini Donati of Madera; nine grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren and three great-great-grandchildren; two nieces and two nephews. Graveside services are planned for Friday, at 1 p.m. at Jay Mortuary in Madera. Rose Chapel of Paradise and Jay Mortuary of Madera are handling the arrangements. Patricia Conger June 24, 1939 - Dec. 8, 2001 Patricia Ann Conger, 62, died on Dec. 8 from cancer. She loved her flowers and her garden. She enjoyed cooking and was considered a gourmet cook. She enjoyed traveling and was a devoted sister to her two brothers and three sisters. Ms. Conger was born in Pueblo, Colo., to Anna Mae and Raymond Conger. She marriage Gerald Morse in Reno, Nev. in 1974 and was a homemaker the majority of her life. Ms. Conger is survived by her husband of 27 years, Gerald Morse of Paradise; sons, Bradley Morse of Mississippi and Rodney Morse of Galt; brothers, Clyde Raymond Conger of Arizona and Carl William Conger of Colorado; sisters, Jane Mae Conger, Barbara Ann Conger and Debbie Kay Bright, all of Colorado. Numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren also survive her. At her request, there will be no services. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society. The Neptune Society of Northern, California, Chico made the arrangements. Bernard Potts Nov. 20, 1928 - Dec. 10, 2001 Bernard Potts was born in Oak-land, to Carl and Myrtle Potts. He served in the United States Army from 1948 to 1952. He moved to Paradise in 1988 after working as a purchasing agent for Pacific Bell for 30 years. His wife, Modean Potts of Paradise; sons, Dale Mauldin of Livermore and Mark Potts of San Jose; sisters, Carla Gregory and Virginia Yung, both of Yuba City and two grandchildren survive him. Services will be held Friday, 1:30 p.m., at Rose Chapel. Burial will immediately follow at Glenn Oaks Cemetery in Chico. Rose Chapel is handling the arrangements. Goldie Crawford ----- - Dec. 9, 2001 Goldie Crawford was born in Scranton, Pa., to Mr. and Mrs. Francis Maroti. She moved to Paradise 33 years ago from San Fernando. Mrs. Crawford retired as secretary for Crawford Roofing where she worked for 41 years. She enjoyed cooking and baking, and was a member of the Paradise Woman’s Club. Her husband, Clyde B. Crawford of Paradise, whom she marriage April 21, 1951, survives her. Services will be held Saturday, at 2 p.m., at Rose Chapel. Funeral arrangements were made by Rose Chapel Mortuary. Marie Bailey Nov. 7, 1904 - Dec. 3, 2001 Marie Adams Bailey, 97, was born in Riverside, Iowa, to Emery D. Adams and Annie Johnson. She attended Patterson High School and the University of California, Berkeley, for two years. Mrs. Bailey marriage Charles A. Bailey in Berkeley in 1924. Pacific Gas and Electric Co. employed her in the purchasing and stores department for 27 years until she retired in 1969. She was an avid reader, crossword puzzle addict, traveled extensively, loved to assist others, bird lover, prolific correspondent, Golden Gate Park enthusiast - especially the DeYoung Museum, the rose gardens, the arboretum and loved to walk the many paths in the park. She was also a great fan of musicals and the light opera. Her brother, Ernest Adams, and a sister, Edith Packard, predeceased Mrs. Bailey. Her daughter, Marie E. Rainey of Paradise; three grandchildren, seven grandchildren, eight great-grand-children, 10 nephews and one niece survive her. Memorial services are planned for Tuesday, at 5:30 at Chapel of the Pines. Cremations with scattering at sea near the Golden Gate, San Francisco. Chapel of the Pines arranged the funeral services. Lewis Plumb June 19, 1923 - Dec. 9, 2001 Lewis Robert Plumb, 78, moved to Paradise in 1958 from North Hollywood. He was born in Ogdensburg, N.Y., to William Henry Plumb and Ruth Margaret Smith Plumb. Mr. Plumb received his bachelor of arts from Syracuse University and his master's degree in physics from California State University, Chico. He was a professor of physics for 26 years and taught at Chico State. He also was co-founder of P.A.W.S. in Paradise in the 1980s until the 1990s. Mr. Plumb was an inventor, loved animals and enjoyed his computers His daughter, Patti Lou Plumb of Paradise, survives him. There are no services planned. Memorial contributions may be made to P.A.W.S., P.O. Box 5715, Oroville, CA 95966. Paradise Chapel of the Pines made the funeral arrangements. Alice Bunds June 24, 1929 - Dec. 2, 2001 Alice Marie Bryan John-son Bunds, 72, of Dia-mond Spring, was born in Oroville. She lived in Sacramento, where she went to school and graduate from Grant Union High School in Dixon. Mrs. Bunds worked for the Telephone Company while her parents managed the Milk Farm in Paradise. Mrs. Bunds assisted people in their homes, which lead to her becoming an assistant administrator for Autumn Acres Guest Home in Paradise. She is survived by her sons, Tim Bryan of El Mecero, Rick Johnson of Sacramento, Dave Johnson of Clovis, Jim Johnson of Auburn, Bryan Johnson of Sacramento and Don Johnson of Klamath Falls, Ore.; daughter, Lynda Molina of Vacaville and Marline Megdelino of Galt; 40 grandchildren, six great-grandchildren and many other relatives and close friends. Contributions may be made to Heartland, 901 Sunvalley Blvd., Suite 220, Concord, CA 94520. At her request there will be no services. Clement Kertson Feb. 8, 1923 - Dec. 6, 2001 Clement E. Kertson, 78, moved to Paradise in 1985 from San Mateo, and spent the next seven years wintering in Arizona. Mr. Kertson was raised in Spokane, where he met and marriage Margaret Meili. He and his wife, Margaret, moved to Mesa, Ariz., and lived there for four years, until their return to Paradise in 1997. Mr. Kertson was born in San Francisco to Roland and Elsie Kertson. He was a machine and die cutter for 23 years for Georgia Pacific in South San Francisco. Mr. Kertson was a member of Paradise Elks, Moose and American Legion. He enjoyed playing cards, dancing, bingo, was an avid reader and enjoyed traveling (two times around the United States), and was also a member of the Paradise Hiking Club. He served in the United State Marine Corps. during World War II in Midway, Guam, Okinawa and Hawaii. Mr. Kertson is survived by his wife, Margaret Kertson of Paradise, whom he marriage on June 29, 1947; sons, Thomas D. of Campbell, Richard W. of Pilot Hill and Steven T. of Reno, Nev.; daughter, Patricia K. Kertson of Paradise; brothers, Willard of Elk, Wash., Roland of San Diego and Carol of Camino Island, Wash.; 10 grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. His brother, Charles "Chuck," preceded him in death in 1994. A private family service will be held at later date. Rose Chapel Mortuary made funeral arrangements. Clement Kertson Feb. 8, 1923 - Dec. 6, 2001 Clement E. Kertson, 78, moved to Paradise in 1985 from San Mateo, and spent the next seven years wintering in Arizona. He and his wife, Margaret, moved to Mesa, Ariz., and lived there for four years, until their return to Paradise in 1997. Mr. Kertson was born in San Francisco to Roland and Elsie Kertson. He was a machine operator and die cutter for 23 years for Georgia Pacific in South San Francisco. Mr. Kertson was a member of Paradise Elks, Moose and American Legion. He enjoyed playing cards, dancing and playing bingo. He was an avid reader and enjoyed traveling (two times around the United States), and was also a member of the Paradise Hiking Club. He served in the United States Marine Corps. during World War II in Midway, Guam, Okinawa and Hawaii. Mr. Kertson is survived by his wife, Margaret Kertson of Paradise, whom he marriage on June 29, 1947; sons, Thomas D. of Campbell, Richard W. of Pilot Hill and Steven T. of Reno, Nev.; daughter, Patricia K. Kertson of Paradise; brothers, Willard of Elk, Wash., Roland of San Diego and Carol of Camino Island, Wash.; 10 grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. A private family service will be held at later date. Rose Chapel Mortuary handled funeral arrangements. Dennis Funderburk April 22, 1942 - Dec. 2, 2001 Dennis L. Funderburk, 59, enjoyed bowling and was a member of the men's bowling association. His greatest joy though, was playing with his grandson who always called him "poppy." Mr. Funderburk was a mechanic at World Radiator. His wife, Bobbie Funderburk; daughters, Shelley Funderburk and Christina Bowls; brothers, Norman Young and Kenneth Young; sister, Gloria Lawrence and one grandchild survive him. Rose Chapel Mortuary handled the arrangements. Mary DeFrancesco March 4, 1913 - Dec. 11, 2001 Mary Patricia DeFrancesco recently moved to Paradise from Healds-burg. Mrs. DeFrancesco was born in San Francisco to John and Julia Regan. Her husband, John, died in 1983. She was a graduate of Notre Dame Convent, San Fran-cisco. She was a member of the Madonna Auxiliary and Holly Family Guild, a Lady of the Equestrian Order of the Holy Sepulchre. Her only living survivor is her cousin, Paul Miller of Magalia. Memorial contributions may be made in her memory to St. John's Catholic Church, 208 Matheson St., Healdsburg, CA 95448. Visitation will be held at St. John's Catholic Church at 10 a.m. before the funeral mass, starting at 11 a.m. on Tuesday. Burial will follow in Calvary Catholic Cemetery, Santa Rosa. Chapel of the Pines Mortuary made funeral arrangements. Mark Fugh 12/18/2001 Mark Maharg Fugh, 78, a former Paradise vice mayor, died in his home Thursday. Friends said Fugh was the kind of guy that would give the shirt off his back to someone if they needed it. He was often seen at Town Council meetings and water district meetings, keeping a watchful eye over the community that he served and lived in. He also wasn’t afraid to breathe fire at community board meeting when a controversial topic arose. Moving from Bonning to Paradise in 1974, Fugh knew the Ridge was where he wanted to stay. He got himself involved in town functions and was elected to the Paradise Irrigation District Board of Directors in 1979 where he served until 1990. A self-made business man, he successfully owned and operated C&M Automotive in Chico until he retired in 1991. He couldn’t stay away from local politics however, and when members of the Town Council were recalled in July of 1992, he gladly filled one of the vacancies. He was reelected to the council in November 1992 and served until 1996. Bonnie, his wife, said his favorite thing to do was go snowmobiling with his family in Yellowstone National Park. The family also had motorcycles and often rode around together. “He was more active in the church than anything,” Bonnie said. “He was the most giving person I have ever known.” Fugh was a deacon of the Paradise Christian Missionary Alliance Church. He was active in the CMA PEP Club. He was also on the board of directors of The Salvation Army. Pastor Bob Casey knew Fugh for over 20 years and said he was impressed with the way he carried himself. “He was a very honest man,” Casey said. “Integrity was important to him and that’s the way he handled things. He had very strong Christian beliefs and loved his wife and family very much. In the winter time he would make sure widow’s cars were running and everybody had fire wood.” His wife said that while she was working, he would take care of her mother, and after her mother died Fugh’s health started to slip. “I couldn’t have done a better job at taking care of her,” she said. “He catered to her every whim. If every person that lived in a convalescent home had that kind of care. … But it did take its toll.” He was born Sept. 28, 1923, to Carl and Della Fugh, in Valencia, Pa. From 1942 to 1945, he served in the U.S. Army, marching into Bastogne, Belgium, with Gen. Patton in 1944. He was onboard a ship in Tokyo Bay Sept. 2, 1945, the day Japan surrendered. Those who knew him say he was proud to have defended his country’s freedom. He enjoyed his cats, Lotus, Meiko and Bozo. Besides his wife, Bonnie, he is survived by his two sons, Bob Fugh of Banning and John Eisemann of Elizabeth, Colo.; six daughters, Cathy Wann and Julie Fugh of Lincoln, Neb., MariAnne Underhill of Rathdrum, Idaho, Jennifer Wickberg of Milwaukee, Joyce Scharrel of Pine, Colo., and Julie Di Duca of Paradise; an adopted son, Cameron Haskett of Paradise; two sisters, Anna Long of Nanuit, N.Y., and Mary Shields of Valencia, Pa.; one brother, Nelson Fugh of Mansfield, Pa.; 10 grandchildren and one great-grandchild. A memorial service will be held 2 p.m. Saturday at the Paradise Christian Missionary Alliance Church. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Missions Fund in care of the Paradise Christian Missionary Alliance Church. Rose Chapel Mortuary is handling the arrangements. Madelon Serena May 9, 1923 - Dec. 12, 2001 Madelon Dell Serena, 78, was born to Albert and Elizabeth Southworth in Grand Junction, Colo. She attended schools in San Diego and one year of college at UCLA. Mrs. Serena lived in the Santa Barbara area for 25 years before she moved to Magalia where she resided for 17 years. She was an avid fisherman who loved the outdoors, especially the ocean. Mrs. Serena also loved birds, and was a self-taught computer bug. She is survived by her sons, Ray W. Murphy Jr. of Paradise and Walter Patterson Stark of Aspen, Colo.; brother, Albert Southworth Jr. of Rancho Santa Fe; sister, Phyllis Tudor of Virginia, three grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her daughter, Leslie Eileen Murphy. Private family services were held. Arrangements were made under the direction of Newton-Bracewell Cremation and Funeral Service of Magalia. Eleanor Bethard July 29, 1928 - Dec. 17, 2001 Eleanor A. Bethard, 73, was a homemaker for 55 years. She was born in Sonoma to Peter and Lulu Lawrence, who predeceased her. She enjoyed stamp collecting and loved to travel. She is survived by her husband, William Bethard of Clear Creek, whom she marriage in 1947; sons, Larry Bethard of Chico and William Bethard of Clear Creek; daughters, Janie Chancey of Houston and Margie Jessen of Durham, eight grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Services will be held at 1 p.m., Wednesday, at Clear Creek Cemetery. Funeral arrangements were made by Rose Chapel Mortuary. Evangeline Swartz Nov. 4, 1919 - Dec. 15, 2001 Evangeline Roberta Swartz, 82, was involved in De Sabla Grange as a member for 50 years, Theatre on the Ridge, volunteer at Feather River Hospital for 15 years, donated a chair to the Paradise Performing Arts Center, was a member of the Kitchen Klatterers, a member of the Gleaners and Sweet Adelines. She was born in South Dakota to Leonard and Roble Bassett. Mrs. Swartz was a beautician for 35 years. Her husband, Donald Swartz, preceded her in death in 1989. Her son, Richard Swartz of Paradise; daughters, Deborah Williams of Granberry, Texas and Donna Marshman of Loomis; four grandchildren and one brother, Ernie Bassett of Springfield, Mo., survive her. No services are planned. Paradise Chapel of the Pines handled the funeral arrangements. Madolyn Steinberger Feb. 10, 1910 - Dec. 17, 2001 Madolyn M. Steinberger, 91, moved to Paradise 35 years ago from her home in Homer, Alaska. She was born in Marrisa, Ill., to William and Eleanor Beggs. She was a retired secretary for Homer Electric Company in Homor, Alaska. Mrs. Steinberger enjoyed crossword puzzles, fishing, hunting, cooking and sewing. Her husband, Raymond Steinberger, died in 1983. Nine stepchildren and numerous grand and great-grandchildren survive her. A private graveside service will be held at Paradise Cemetery. Rose Chapel Mortuary handled the arrangements. Joyce Miller Nov. 24, 1941 - De. 16, 2001 Joyce Ann Miller, 60, was born in San Pedro to Joseph and Virginia Blanken-burg. She worked in retail clothing sales for many years. Ms. Miller was a member of PETA (People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals), and loved to garden and care for animals. She is survived by sons, Mark Dahlquist of Santa Rosa, David Dahlquist of Jenner and Jason Dahlquist of Santa Rosa; her father, Joseph Blankenburg of Paradise, one grandson and numerous extended family members and friends. Memorial contributions may be made to PETA in care of Paradise Chapel of the Pines. A graveside service will be held on Thursday, at noon at the Skyway Memorial Park Cemetery in Magalia. Skyway Memorial Park Cemetery handled the arrangements. Francis Waters April 12, 1914 - Dec. 17, 2001 Francis Lee Waters, 87, lived in Perris for 17 years. He worked for a national cash register company before retiring in 1973. Mr. Waters loved to travel in his fifth-wheel trailer and did so full time from 1973 to 1994. His companion of 18 years, Lorene Adams of Perris; daughters, Shirley Ann Fordis of Galt and Glenda Lee Ott of Paradise; brothers Herbert Waters, Gerald Waters and Forrest Waters, all of Illinois; five grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren, survive him. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Hospice of the Valley, P.O. Box 686, Sun City, CA 92586. Mary Reed Feb. 23, 1936 - Dec. 18, 2001 Mary Ellen Reed, 65, was born in North Hollywood. She worked in the shipping department of 20th Century Fox for 40 years. Debra Zaccaro of Paradise, Oliva See of North Hollywood, seven grandchildren and one brother, Jack Rutchland of Scottsdale, Ariz., survive her. Paradise Chapel of the Pines handled funeral arrangements. Margaret Scott July 15, 1927 - Nov. 25, 2001 Margaret Violet Scott, died peacefully in her sleep on November 25, 2001. Born July 15, 1927 in Los Angeles, California, where she worked and raised her family. She loved to water ski, sailing, bowling, sewing and crafts. She also had a great sense of humor and loved to laugh. Mrs. Scott, and her husband Edgar, were residents of Paradise since 1986. As they were traveling through from Los Angeles, they fell in love with the country, and together, built their home here. She is survived by her loving husband Edgar; daughter, Linda; son, Glenn; brother, Cliff; three grandchildren, Jason, David and Rebecca; niece, Stacy; nephew, Cliff Jr., and sister-in-law, Betty. Her ashes and flowers will be scattered in Catalina. Merle Tatum June 13, 1918 - Nov. 15, 2001 Merle Tatum, 83, was Past Matron of the Order of the Eastern Star, Paradise Chapter No. 549, Jewels Club, duel member of Biggs OES, Order of Del Oro Court No. 102, Order of the Amaranth, No. 102 Club, Daughters of the Nile, Social Order of Beauceant and a member of the Elks Wives Club of Paradise. She was born in Tulare to Richard and Ethel Jaynes. After living many years in the Bay area working as a retail clerk, she moved to Paradise in 1979, where she met and marriage George Robert Tatum. She was a tournament bridge player, domino player and enjoyed many arts and crafts. She was a world traveler as well as traveling locally with her RV club. Her hobby was collecting antiques, especially hatpins, hat holders, picture frames and furniture. Survivors include her husband, George R. Tatum of Paradise; sister, Marie L’Amoreaux of Vallejo; sons, Russell LeGault of Morgan Hill and Spencer of North Carolina; two stepsons, four stepdaughters, 12 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren. Memorial services will be held at Craig Memorial Congregational Church in Paradise on Dec. 15 at 11 a.m. Memorial contributions may be made to Shriners Ben Ali of Sacramento for crippled children. Alta Eddy Feb. 8, 1908 - Nov. 29, 2001 Alta Virginia Eddy, 93, loved the great outdoors, enjoyed her vegetable gardening. She would also can and preserve her garden produce. Ms. Eddy had many friends that she enjoyed very much. She was born in Layton, Utah. Her daughter, Phyllis Young of Magalia and granddaughter, Karen Hughes of Washington, survive her. Rose Chapel made funeral arrangements. Frances Tompkins Nov. 17, 1935 - Nov. 16, 2001 Frances J. Tompkins, 66, moved to Paradise one year ago from Tennessee. She was born in Huntington, W. Va. to Raymond and Frances Napier. She and her husband Allan, co-owned a cabin rental business for tourism in the Great Smokie Mountains. Mrs. Tompkins enjoyed furniture restoration and refinishing, gardening, and was especially fond of roses. She is survived by her husband of 45 years, Allan Tompkins of Paradise; father, Raymond Napier of Joshua Tree; sons, Allan R. of Vacaville and David J. of Maryville, Tenn.; daughter, Linda J. Pittenger of Paradise; brothers, Gene Napier of Tucson, Ariz., Ron Napier of Clovis and Andre Napier of Pennsylvania; sister, Janet Bohannon of Biggs and seven grandchildren. There will be no services at her request. Rose Chapel Mortuary is handling the arrangements. Lucille Morris Jan. 21, 1913 - Nov. 28, 2001 Lucille Elinor Boggs Morris, 88, was born in Shively, Humboldt County, to Kenneth Ely Boggs and Flora Mae Hale Boggs. Before she was married, she worked in a local candy store, bakery and was an usherette in the local movie theatre. Mrs. Morris was involved with the Patrons of Husbandry (Grange) 1-7 degrees including Pomona, State and National Grange, Master of Concow Grange for three years and Pomona Women’s activities chairperson for 9 years. Mrs. Morris was very active in children’s work, PTA, Rainbow Girls, Cub Scouts, and received the Statuette of Appreciation from Oakland Council of Boy Scouts. Her husband, Wayne Morris, to whom she was marriage for 70 years, survives her. Son Arthur, preceded her in death in 1988. Her daughter, Marjory Margott of Pahrume, Nev., and her son, Robert Morris of Livingstone, Texas; eight grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren also survive her. Memorial services will be held Tuesday, at 2 p.m. in the Chapel of the Pines Mortuary. Pomona Grange will officiate at the services. Memorial contributions may be made to donations or charity of your choice in her memory, or any local healthcare agencies that care and assist people in need. Inurnment will be private. Funeral arrangements are being handled by Paradise Chapel of the Pines. Fern Wolff April 8, 1918 - Nov. 28, 2001 Fern L. Wolff, 83, was born in Neligh, Neb., to Bert and Laura Caubarrus, where she was raised and attended school. She marriage Raoul Wolff in Inglewood on April 14, 1948, and was a homemaker most of her life, and enjoyed knitting. Mrs. Wolff and her husband moved to Paradise from Southern California in 1978. She is survived by her husband of 53 years, Raoul of Paradise; daughter, Sandra Benfield of Paradise; sister, Creta Ritscher of Clearwater, Neb; two grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Private sea scattering services will be held off the Los Angeles coast at later date. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Alzheimer’s Association. Neptune Society of Northern California, Chico branch is handling the arrangements. Herman Stauss Nov. 23, 1918 - Nov. 29, 2001 Herman William Stauss, 83, was director of athletics at Oroville High School and in 1978, was named athletic director of the year by the National Council of Athletic Directors. He was inducted into the Northern California Old Timers Hall of Fame. Mr. Stauss organized the Oroville relays, later renamed “Herm Stauss Relays” in honor of his many years of service to young athletes. He liked to travel and play golf at many courses. He enjoyed pheasant hunting and was a San Francisco 49er fan. He was born in St. Louis to Herman and Bertha Stauss. At age 9, he settled in Hollywood and attended schools there. He graduated from the Old Riviera Campus of Santa Barbara State College in 1942. Mr. Stauss then served four years in the United States Navy as a small boat commander in the South Pacific. He earned his teaching credential from Santa Barbara State and marriage Rose Marie Seals. In 1946, he taught at Coalinga High School. In 1947, he moved to Oroville to help his mother manage the Kings’ Motel. Mr. Stauss taught in the print shop, leather shop and math, coached the golf team and junior varsity and varsity football, and was the track coach for 21 years. He taught at Oroville High School for 30 years. Mr. Stauss was a member and past president of the Lions Club and served as treasurer of the Table Mountain Men’s Golf Club for several years. He became the first golf club repairman in the Oroville area after retiring from teaching. Golf was his game. He is survived by his wife, Rose M. Stauss of Oroville; daughter, Terry Watters of Magalia; son, Andrew Stauss of Magalia; cousin, Marjorie Stauss of St. Louis, Mo.; six grandchildren and one great- grandchild. A celebration of his life will be held Tuesday, from 2 to 4 p.m., at the Table Mountain Golf Course in Oroville. Contributions may be made to a favorite charity in care of Sorensen’s Affordable Mortuary. Sorensen’s Affordable Mortuary is handling the arrangements. James Vinson Sr. Sept. 21, 1925 - Nov. 29, 2001 James Wesley Vinson Sr., was a former Lockheed administrator for 25 years and was an honorary member of Sierra Lockheed Retirees Associa-tion. He was born in Pontiac, Mich., and served in the United States Navy from 1942 to 1947. Mr. Vinson was a member of the Elks Lodge 2026, past president of the Lions Club, member of the Craig Congrega-tional Church, former member of Butte County Republi-can Central Committee, Veterans of Foreign Wars, Max Bille, Post 2039, the American Legion, Post 259 and police reserve officer in San Jose from 1951 to 1975. in 1948, Mr. Vinson marriage Bess Vinson in San Jose. He is survived by his wife, Bess, of Paradise; brothers, George S. Vinson of Jackson, Mich., and William Marion Vinson of Seattle; sons, James Wesley Jr. of San Jose, Jeffery Wayne Vinson of San Jose, Jack William Vinson of Snohomish, Wash., and Jay Warren Vinson of Paradise; daughters, Janann Wendy Vinson of Paradise, Jolene Wanita Bigson of Paradise and Jill Wyonne Farrar of Paradise and 10 grandchildren. Funeral services will be held at Craig Congregational Church, Wednesday at 1 p.m. Military services will follow in Paradise Cemetery by Butte County Veterans Coalition. Memorial contributions may be made to the National Federation of the Blind, Foundation for the Junior Blind in his memory, or to a favorite charity. Paradise Chapel of the Pines is handling the arrangements. Eileen Jones Sept. 13, 1906 - Dec. 2, 2001 Eileen Crummer Jones, 95, enjoyed stained glass, crafts and loved playing bridge. She resided in Southern California until retiring and moving to Paradise in the early 1980s. She moved to Chester last year. Mrs. Jones was born in Ontario, Canada, to William Charles and Pearl Crummer and received her nursing degree in New York state in the 1930s. She was a registered nurse in New York and in Detroit, before moving to Southern California. While in Pomona, she was a registered nurse with the Pomona Valley Hospital for over 28 years. Mrs. Jones was a member of the Church of Christ in Chester. Three nephews and three nieces survive her. Memorial services will be held in Chester at the Church of Christ and an open house will be held in Paradise in January. Her ashes will be scattered at sea off the coast of Marin County. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Church of Christ, P.O. Box 555, Chester, CA 96020 The Neptune Society of Northern California, Chico Branch, made funeral arrangements. Charles Kaiser Oct. 13, 1915 - Dec. 2, 2001 Charles W. Kaiser, 86, was a master auto mechanic for 30 years. He was intelligent, “ornery” and strong willed. Mr. Kaiser was born in southeastern Kansas to Charles and Loatie Kaiser. As a young man he traveled by hopping the rails with his friends, and was a musician for barn dances, playing the guitar and fiddle. He moved to Southern California in the 1930s with family and during World War II worked as a foreman and an electrician in aircraft companies in San Diego. Mr. Kaiser is surived by his daughter, Kay Garrett of Paradise; son, Bob Kaiser of Anderson and sister, Ruth Page of Kingman, Ariz.; seven grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. His sons, Gary Kaiser, Jerry Kaiser and infant daughter, Barbara Ann, preceded him in death. There are no services planned. Chapel of the Pines mortuary is handling the arrangements. Maxine Stapleton May 8, 1929 - Dec. 1, 2001 Maxine Virginia Stapleton, 71, enjoyed audio-visual equipment, Web TV and reading. She was born in Payac, Okla., to Ethel and Mac Hughes. She lived in Paradise from 1971 to 2000, and then moved to Fullerton to be near her mother. Her husband, Joseph B. Stapleton, precedes her in death. Mrs. Stapleton is surived by her daughters-in-law, Lilia Stapleton of Fullerton, and Karen Hay of Portland, Ore.; three grandchildren, one great-grandson and her sister, Barbara Martin of Kaysville, Utah. Funeral services will be held at the Chapel of the Pines, Monday, at 10 a.m. Paradise Chapel of the Pines handled the funeral arrangements. Michael Mahoney 1937 - Nov. 26, 2001 Michael E. Mahoney, 64, was a Stanford graduate and a well-known lobbyist at the state capitol. During his retirement, he pursued his love of running and tennis, and was ranked within the top 10 players in his division for Northern California. His mother, Helen Whittington; sister, Sharon Parlette; daughters, Michele Stromick, Noelle Peterson, Claudine Ortiz and 10 grandchildren survive him. His father, J. Emmett Mahoney, precedes him in death. At his request, there will be no services. A gathering for family and friends will be arranged. Walter Halus March 23, 1922 - Dec. 4, 2001 Walter Halus, 79, served in the United States Army in-fantry in World War II. He received the American Service Medal, European-African-Middle Eastern Service Medal, Good Conduct Medal, and World War II Victory Medal. After he retired from the military, he was a corporate purchaser for Memorex Company. Mr. Halus is survived by his wife, Rosemary of Magalia; daughters, Margaret Ellis of Huntington Beach and Karen Halus of Magalia; brother, Mike Halus of Oroville; sister, Stephanie Stefanski of Diamond Springs; stepsons, Steve Lamantia of Feather Falls, Mark Lamantia of Santa Rosa and Stan Ryle of Magalia, and eight grandchildren. Full military honors and graveside services are scheduled for 11 a.m. today. Visitation was held yesterday at the Chapel of the Pines. Mr. Halus will be buried icon at Glen Oaks Memorial Park Cemetery with full military honors. Paradise Chapel of the Pines handled the arrangements. Donald Hutton May 3, 1922 - Dec. 5, 2001 Donald Dale Hutton, 79, served in the United State Army during World War II and the Korean War. He served in the National Guard for 29 years. He enjoyed raising birds and hunting. Mr. Hutton was born in Janesville, Wisc. to Elmer and Ethel Hutton. He is survived by daughters, Rita Thompson of Southern California and Cynthia Gosper of Utah; son, Donald Paul of Utah; sisters, Marcella Brunner of Paradise and Gloria Hayden of Southern California; three grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. A private family service will be held at a later date. Brusie Funeral Home handled funeral arrangements. Mary Simonson July 11, 1919 - Dec. 4, 2001 Mary Frances Louis Simonson, 82, served in the United States Navy during World War II Fenliste in Detroit, Mich., and was honorably discharged in 1945. She was a clerical secretary for the Maryland welfare department for 12 years. Mrs. Simonson was a member of the Waves Auxiliary Cape Cod, Maryland. She was born in Michigan to William and Catherine Beaufore. Her daughter, Pat Dixon of Magalia; son, Ed Simonson of Concord; three grandchildren, one great-grandson and one sister, Kay Delaney of Margate, Fla, survives Mrs. Simonson. Services were held at the Chapel of the Pines on Dec. 7. Full military honors and military graveside service will be held Dec. 14, 11 a.m., at the San Joaquin National Cemetery. Paradise Chapel of the Pines handled the arrangements. Margaret Tuttle Oct. 25, 1932 - Dec. 6, 2001 Margaret Ann Tuttle, 69, loved country-western music and Indian crafts. She was born in Buhl, Idaho, to William and Mable Jones. Mrs. Tuttle marriage Robert Tuttle on Dec. 5, 1964 in LaPuente. Mr. Tuttle preceded her in death in 1975. She was a LVN for 15 years. Her son, Charles Harsh-barger of Salida; daughters, Karen Andrews of Magalia and Brenda Owens of Camas, Wash.; sister, Delores Clawson of Twin Falls, Idaho Falls; 11 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren survive Mrs. Tuttle. Visitation will be held Mon. at 3 p.m. until 6 p.m. Funeral services are planned for Tuesday, 11 a.m. at the Chapel of the Pines. Katherine Billings March 11, 1910 - Nov. 16, 2001 Katherine H. (Smith) Billings was born in San Francisco to Anna K. Maddocks of Graton, Calif. and Almon E. Smith of Illinois. Mr. Smith was a geologist and mining engineer and traveled all over the United States locating mother lode areas for mining. He was responsible for mines in Alaska, Arizona and California. Because of the constant moving, Katherine claims to have attended 18 schools to complete her education. After she was born, the family moved to New York for two years, then to Virginia, San Diego, Portland, Ore. and back to California. Mrs. Billings attended and graduated from the Samuel Merritt Hospital School of Nursing in 1931. She then went to the University of California, Berkeley, to further her knowledge of medicine and fever therapy. Her first job as a nurse was in Los Angeles and she was then promoted to hospital supervisor. When Columbia Studios called her to be a movie-set nurse, she took the job and met many movie stars. Her favorite was Jimmy Stewart when he was 17 years old. She said that the studio crew used to kid her a lot and came with nonexistent health problems. During this time she also was a camp nurse during the summers at Lake Tahoe. She was 6 foot 1 inch tall and belonged to the Tip Toppers Club, Los Angeles chapter. The women had to be 6 feet or taller and the men had to be at least 6 foot 4 inches tall. In 1954, there were 40 chapters in the United States. They got together for social events and traveling. Katherine loved dancing and also went to Hawaii with the Tip Toppers. She enjoyed going to musicals in the city and dancing in clubs. She marriage Earl Billings, an artist, and traveled to Mexico and South America. Mrs. Billings retired and moved to Sacramento to start a new life and be closer to family. Here she gardened and made many friends. In 1997 she moved to Paradise. Two nephews, Chris and Spence Lepper, their wives and six nieces survive her. One brother and two sisters predeceased her. Private services will be held at a later date. Marvin Bayless March 21, 1918 - Dec. 8, 2001 Marvin Bayless, 83, worked for the Bureau of Reclama-tion at Shasta Dam as an electrician from 1944 until 1964. He was self-employed in the real estate field, buying and selling rental properties in Chico and Redding for 27 years. He also worked in direct sales from 1962 to 1972. He was born in Jetmore, Kansas, to Otto and Clara Bayless, and attended schools in Hodgeman County, Kansas. Mr. Bayless enlisted in the Navy and served during World War II. He marriage Helen Phoebe Ingram in Medford, Ore., on Aug. 27, 1971. He was a member of the Masons and Western Star Lodge. Mr. Bayles is survived by his wife, Helen Bayless of Magalia, stepdaughters, Carol Waltos of San Luis Obispo and Linda Lindauer of Concord; stepson, Charles Carey of Reno; sisters, Sibyl Smith of Tullahoma, Tenn., and Elaine Hill of Redding; 14 grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Memorial contributions may be made to the Shrine Hospital for Crippled Children in care of Newton-Bracewell Cremation and Funeral Services of Magalia who are handling the arrangements. Kenneth Gengler May 8, 1917 - Dec. 9, 2001 Kenneth Peter Gengler, 84, was a control operator for Standard Oil for 30 years, and retired in 1968. He was born in Richmond to Peter and Ethel Gengler. Mr. Gengler marriage Elizabeth Hugel in Reno on Oct. 25, 1935. He was a member of Paradise Ward II of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He was also a member of the Tennis Club P.O.A., and still played tennis at the age of 83. He won a gold medal in senior tennis at age 80. He is survived by his wife, Elizabeth Gengler of Magalia; sons, Kenneth W. of West Sacramento, Gerald P. of Antioch and Victor A. of Tracy; daughter, Barbara L. Gustavson of Manteca; sisters, Margery Wallin of Idaho and LaPrele George of Las Vegas, and half brother, J. Ronald Badovin of Las Vegas. Visitation will be at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints before services on Dec. 12, from 10 a.m. to 11:15 a.m. Services will be held at 11:30. Mr. Gengler’s final resting-place will be the Sunset view Cemetery in El Cerrito. Arrangements were under the direction of Chapel of the Pines Mortuary. Katherine Weeks March 1, 1911 - Dec. 7, 2001 Katherine Geneva “Jean” Weeks, 90, was a candy maker at the McFarlane Candy Company in Oakland for over 25 years. She was a member of the Native Daughters of California, and the Church of the Brethren in Live Oak. Mrs. Weeks was very active in the nutrition center in Live Oak and attended a weekly Bible study group in her mobile home park for over 16 years. She enjoyed knitting and loved animals. Mrs. Weeks resided in the San Francisco Bay area before moving to Live Oak in the early 1980s, and then recently to Paradise earlier this year. She was born in San Jose to William and Katherine Page and was raised and attended private schools in Campbell. Her husband, Frank Weeks, preceded here in death in 1985. She is surivied by her son, Ronald James Weeks of Pinole; daughters, Bonnie Thompson of Paradise and Pattie Essex of Cameron Park; eight grandchildren and several great-grandchildren. A celebration of life will be held at the Church of the Brethren, 1990 Archer Ave. in Live Oak on Sat. at 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Church of the Brethren, 1990 Archer Ave., Live Oak, Calif. The Neptune Society of Northern California, Chico Branch is handling the arrangements. Stanley Newton Oct. 13, 1924 - Nov. 20, 2001 Stanley Newton was born in Sutter County. He served in the Navy for five years in the Korean War from 1950 to 1951. He worked for Greyhound Bus Lines as a driver from 1959 to 1984. He retired in 1984 and moved to Oroville. Mr. Newton loved woodworking in his garage. He sold and enjoyed giving away his wood creations. Mr. Newton is survived by his son, Stanley A. Newton of California; daughters, Diane Jones of Wyoming and Pamela Newton of California; brothers, Andrew Newton and Robert Newton both of Yuba City; sisters, Margaret Richards and Lucille Berry, both of Magalia, and numerous nieces and nephews. Arrangements have been made for a private cremation under the direction of Scheer Memorial Chapel of Oroville. Robert Hise Jan. 23, 1916 - Nov. 21, 2001 Robert T. Hise, marriage his high school sweetheart on Sept. 2, 1938. They were marriage for 63 years. Mr. and Mrs. Hise came to California where Mr. Hise attended and graduated from National Diesel Engineering School. They moved to Napa Valley in 1942 where he worked as a machinist/government inspector for 29 years, retiring in 1969 from Mare Island Naval Shipyard, Vallejo. Mr. Hise lived in Napa for 56 years, and moved to Paradise in 1998. He and his wife trailered across Canada, Mexico and the United States for 10 years. Mr. Hise was an active member and Bible teacher with First Christian Church in Napa, and a member of Magalia Community Church where he was a Bible study leader. Mr. Hise had a great passion for trains, black licorice and lemon drops. Mr. Hise was born in Aurora, Ill. to George and June Hise, on Jan. 23, 1916. He is survived by his wife, Hazel; daughters, Roberta (Bobbe) Curtis of Magalia and Janice Brackin of Napa; brother, Glen Hise of Redwood City; five grandchildren and seven grandchildren. His sister, Mildren (Dee) Gabel of Napa, preceded Mr. Hise in death. Services will be held at Magalia Community Church on Sunday at 2 p.m. Mr. Hise will be laid to rest in the Tulocay Cemetery located in Napa on Friday, Nov. 30. A service will be held in Napa at the First Christian Church at a later date. Funeral arrangements were made through Chapel of the Pines. William Matthews Feb. 11, 1917 - Nov. 19, 2001 William Laclede Matthews Sr., 84 was a welder and worked on the pipeline and for the city of San Diego in the water and sanitation departments until he retired. Mr. Mathews was born in Casco, Mo., to Gilpin and Emma (Brockman) Matthews Sr. He was marriage in Union Mo., in 1938 to Ruth Alice Rector who preceded him in death in 1989. He was a member of the Eagle Point Senior Citizens group and enjoyed the outdoors and fishing. His son, Bill Matthews Jr. of Prospect, Ore.; daughter, Betty J. Snyder of Yuma, Ariz.; two sisters, one brother, four great-grandchildren and five great-great- grandchildren, survive him. His wife, parents and one brother preceded him in death. Paradise Chapel of the Pines made arrangements. Hugh Turner June 26, 1910 - Nov. 25, 2001 Hugh H. Turner, 91, was a charter member of Sporthaven Health Club where he loved to lift weights and work out. He was born in Sylvia, Kan., to Hugh Bruce and LaVerra Turner. He graduated from Olathe, Colorado High School, attended Sterling College in Sterling, Kansas, and graduated from Parks Business School in Denver, Colo. After graduation, Mr. Turner went to work at Dupont for 15 years, then worked for a lumber mill in Montana for 11 years. He moved to Southern California and owned his own trucking business until he retired to Paradise at 68 with his wife Louise. Mr. Turner is survived by his wife, Louise E. Turner; daughters, Gail Jurenka of Naperville, Ill., and Diane Hobart of Brewster, Wash.; sons, Dwain of Aroya Grande and Bill of Paradise; 10 grandchildren and one great-grandchild. A memorial service will be held Saturday, at 11 a.m. at Evangelical Free Church, 5059 Pentz Road. In lieu of flowers, it is suggested that donations be made to the Hugh Turner Memorial Fund, Evangelical Free Church of Paradise. Chapel of the Pines is in charge of arrangements. Samuel Weaver Nov. 29, 1912 - Nov. 22, 2001 Samuel Arthur Weaver, 89, retired from Southern California Edison Company after 31 years as a service crew foreman. He was born in Grillham, Ark., to Joseph and Mabel Weaver. Mr. Weaver marriage Lorraine Lebeck on June 20, 1941, in Pomona, Calif. He was involved with the Edison Diamond Club, a special club of Edison Company. He also enjoyed camping, fishing and loved the outdoors. He is survived by his wife, Lorraine of Paradise; sons, Sam Weaver of Paradise and David Weaver of Los Angeles; daughter, Lorell Wallace of Crossroads, Texas; eight grandchildren and 24 great-grandchildren. Visitation will be held Sunday from noon to 4 p.m. at the Chapel of the Pines. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday at 11 a.m. at Chapel of the Pines Mortuary. Memorial contributions may be made in his memory to a favorite charity. Paradise Chapel of the Pines in handling the arrangements. Susie Kern Aug. 20, 1911 - Nov. 22, 2001 Susie Sunshine Sappington-Kern, 90, marriage Elmer L. Kern on August 4, 1929 in Council Hill, Okla. They celebrated their 72nd wedding anniversary on Aug. 4, 2001, before he passed away on Sept. 5, 2001. She was born in Council Hill, Okla., to Henry and Laura Belle Sappington and was one of 17 children, who are all deceased. Mrs. and Mr. Kern moved to California in 1938, to Chico in 1947 and to Paradise in 1987. She retired from the Chico Unified School District in 1976 where she had been head cook at Citrus School. Mrs. Kern was secretary of the Chico First Assembly of God Sunday school for many years. She entertained many missionaries, evangelists and ministers with her Sunday afternoon fried children dinners and cream pies. Mrs. Kern loved to cook and was known for her Southern fried chicken by family and friends. She also loved to travel and made an annual trip to visit family in Oklahoma as long as she was physically able. Mrs. Kern is survived by sons, Jim Kern of Paradise, Ken Kern of Klamath Falls, Ore., and Bill Kern of Albany, Ore.; daughter Naomi Johnson of Gold Beach, Ore.; 19 grandchildren, 35 great-grandchildren and 33 great-great-grandchildren. Visitation was held on Sunday, Nov. 26, at Newton-Bracewell Chico Funeral Home. Funeral services followed the service at Glen Oaks Memorial Park. Memorial donations may be made to the Susie Kern Memorial Fund in care of Newton-Bracewell Chico Funeral Home who were in charge of arrangements. Lydia Barnhart Dec. 19, 1921 - Nov. 24, 2001 Lydia Louise Barnhart, 79, made and painted ceramics and worked on various election boards. She was devoted to her family, and made her own clothes as well as those for her family. She was born in Jacksonville, Ill., to Russell and Lillian Leidy. Mrs. Barnhart marriage Carl C. Barnhart in 1946. Before her marriage, she was a payroll secretary, after she was married, she became a housewife. She was a member of the Christian Alliance Church and taught the Bible to release-time students from various schools. Mrs. Barnhart was a church secretary for the United Brethren Church. Her husband, Carl of Paradise; son, Larry of Valencia; daughter; Eileen Ryatt of Los Angeles; brother, William Leidy of Colorado; sister, Joan from Texas; three grandchildren and one great-grandson of Wiles survives her. Internment will take place in Glen Haven Memorial Park in Sylmar, under the direction of Chapel of the Pines Mortuary. Betty Cumming Jan. 31, 1927 - Nov. 24, 2001 Betty Jeane Cumming, 74, was a secretary with the Butte County Building Department. Mrs. Cumming moved to Paradise 23 years ago from Oakland. She loved to sew, sing and do crafts. She loved all her family and friends and will be missed by all who knew her. Her son, Roger W. Cumming, and daughter, Kasey Cumming, survive her. There will be no services. Rose Chapel Mortuary handed the arrangements. Clara Geer June 4, 1908 - Oct. 16, 2001 Clara Lillian Geer, 93, was very found of traveling to Nevada to hit the casinos. She was born in Amelia Courthouse, Va., to Otto John & Louis Wilhelmina (Piehl) Heinze. Mrs. Geer lived in various parts of America, including Virginia, South Dakota, Iowa, Florida, Chico and Paradise. She attended Butte Community College where she studied to be a licensed vocational nurse. Mrs. Geer was a medication nurse at Enloe Hospital in Chico, Feather River Hospital and Cypress Gardens Care Center. She enjoyed being out in the trees and wildflowers, gardening, hiking, fishing and arts and crafts. Her daughters, Evelyn L. Everett of Yachats, Ore., and Jean Ulricksen, of Lee’s Summit, Mo.; sons, Harold L. Busby of Eugene, Ore., and Steve I. Busby of San Lorenzo; sister, Gladys Tanhoff of Minneapolis; 10 grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild survive Mrs. Geer. Her grandson, Arne Ulricksen; son, Richard Busby, and both her husbands, Irvin A. Busby and Howard Geer, preceded her in death. Bill Levitt July 18, 1921 - Nov. 12, 2001 Bill “William” Levitt, 80, was born in San Mateo. Mr. Levitt attended grammar schools and graduated from high school in San Francisco. He attended the University of California, Berkeley, for two years. Mr. Levitt marriage Georgia Felton in Roseville, in 1954. He owned and operated his own company, Abby Pest Control, in San Mateo. He then worked for Saxe Realty Co. Inc. in San Mateo. Mr. Levitt was an avid fisherman and enjoyed hunting. He also loved to play golf. His wife of 47 years, Georgia Levitt of Paradise; son, Melvin Felton of Mesquite, Texas; grandson, Brody; one aunt and many nephews survives Mr. Levitt. No services are planned. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to your favorite charity. Neptune Society of Northern California, Chico, is handling funeral arrangements. Frank Munoz April 27, 1915 - Nov. 12, 2001 Frank Lopez Munoz, 86, was born in Juarez, Mexico. Mr. Munoz grew up in Arizona and came to Butte County 12 years ago to be near his family. He marriage his wife, Mercedes, in 1937. She preceded him in death in 1986. Mr. Munoz was a self-employed painter for 50 years. He enjoyed his family, and liked to sing and play the guitar. He sang professionally in a trio in Arizona. Mr. Munoz had been a semi-pro boxer and played baseball and golf. He caddied at San Marcos Golf Club in Chandler, Arizona when he was younger. His sons, Rudy Munoz and Frank Munoz Jr., of San Jose; daughters, Yolanda Clopton of San Jose, Virginia Wright, Martha Graybill and Gloria Ward of Paradise; brother, Alex Munoz of Mesa, Ariz., 18 grandchildren and 27 great-grandchildren survive him. He is preceded in death by his parents, Alberto and Francisca Munoz, and his daughter, Bertha Mata. Graveside services will be held at a later date at Calvary Catholic Cemetery, San Jose, Calif. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association in Care of Sorensen’s Affordable Mortuary. Ruth Baird-Kemp July 5, 1918 - Nov. 11, 2001 Ruth Lois Baird-Kemp, 83, was a resident of Paradise since 1938. She was born in O’Neill, Neb., to Lester and Mary Ellen Wrede. Mrs. Kemp received her education in Wyoming, and marriage Frank Baird in 1934. Together they had four children. She and her husband moved to Chico in 1938. Frank Baird died in 1951, and she then marriage Charles Kemp in 1960, and lived in Forest Ranch. Charles Kemp died in 1972. She was a member of the Creative Arts Center and was instrumental in putting together art shows in Forest Ranch, Chico, Marysville and Oroville. She began painting at an early age and won awards at county and state fairs while in grammar and high school. She came from a family of artists. Her grandmother was an oil painter and her mother was a teacher and painter of watercolors. She won many blue ribbons for her fabric art at local and county fairs. Mrs. Kemp is survived by her daughters, Beverly Guthrie of Paradise, Barbara Peters of Durham and Linda Crawford of Auburn; son, Willis Baird of Washington; brother, Jack Wrede; 11 grandchildren, 13 great-grandchildren and three great-great grandchildren. Visitation will be from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. on Thursday. Funeral services will immediately follow at the Chapel of the Pines Mortuary. Memorial contributions may be made to Paradise Hospice in care of Chapel of the Pines. Alexandra Koman Nov. 10, 2001 - Dec. 25, 1916 Alexandra P. Koman, 84, was born in Russia to Paula and Nadine Felitsin. She was a real estate broker for 20 years operating her own real estate office. Mr. and Mrs. Koman owned and operated Acres of Paradise Mobile Home Park in Paradise for 20 years, retiring five years ago. Her husband, Igor P. Koman preceded her in death in 1999. She is survived by her son, Victor Koman of Huntington Beach; daughter, Irene Tryitt of Paradise; grandson, Justin Fishell of Paradise and granddaughter, Vanessa Koman of Huntington Beach. Visitation will be on Saturday at 10 a.m., with services following at 11 a.m. in the Chapel of the Pines Mortuary. She will in inurned at Skyway Park Cemetery in Magalia. Paradise Chapel of the Pines is handling the arrangements. Pauline Martini Aug. 27, 1907 - Nov. 9, 2001 Pauline E. Martini, was born in Jasper County, Ill., to John and Louise Engelbart. At two, the family moved to Thief River Falls, Minn. and attended Woodbury Business College in Chicago when she was 17. Mrs. Martini marriage Lino T. Martini in 1935 in Chicago where they owned and ran a Italian restaurant. They moved to California in 1945. She moved to Paradise at the age of 90. She is survived by her daughter, Rose Frampton of Paradise; grandsons Rich Frampton of Denver, Colo.;and Doug Frampton of Newbury Park and many nieces and nephews. Visitation will be at Rose Chapel on Friday from 4 to 7 p.m. Memorial Celebration of her life will be held at the Paradise Alliance Church on Saturday, at 2 p.m. Final internment will be at Bellevue Masoleum, Ontario. Memorial contributions may be made to charities of your choice, or to the music/tape ministry of Paradise Alliance Church. Terry Revie Aug. 11, 1959 - Nov. 12, 2001 Terry L. Revie, 42, was born in Burbank to Cedric and Ethelwyn Revie. He was raised and attended schools in Southern California. Mr. Revie marriage Carol Lester in Paradise on July 1, 1989. He was a former California Department of Forestry seasonal fire fighter and operated a portable lumber mill. Mr. Revie enjoyed reading, hiking, the outdoors and spending time with his daughters. He is survived by his wife, Carol Revie, of Orland; daughters, Erin and Shannon, both of Orland; sister, Sharon Thiercof of San Rafael; brothers; Paul Whitted of Redding and Richard Whitted of San Diego, and his father, Cedric Revie of Paradise. Memorial services will be held Saturday at 2 p.m. at the New Hope Fellowship Church at 7th and Normal streets in Chico. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Friends of the Library in Paradise. Myrtle Ferguson April 19, 1920 - Nov. 11, 2001 Myrtle Faye Ferguson, 81, was born in Waco, Texas to William and Myrtle Thrower. Mrs. Ferguson was a self-employed salesperson for mobile homes for 18 years. She was a member of the Paradise Ladies Golf Club. She enjoyed golfing, fishing, flying with her husband in their airplane and table games. Her husband, Lloyd J. Ferguson of Paradise; son, Michael Ferguson of Paradise; three granddaughters; three great-grandsons; two great-granddaughters, and one sister, Billie Brown, of Dallas, Texas, survive her. Services will be held on Saturday at 2 p.m. at the Chapel of the Pines Mortuary. Paradise Chapel of the Pines is handling the arrangements. William Marsh Sept. 17, 1914 - Oct. 22, 2001 William O., “Bill,” Marsh, 87, of Poulsbo, Wash. and formerly of Magalia, died Oct. 22 in Poulsbo. He was born September 17, 1914 in Pontotoc, Texas, to William and Mary Lou Marsh. He grew up in Texas, Arizona and Montana. Mr. Marsh marriage his wife, Pat, in 1940 in Los Angeles. She preceded him in death in 1994. Mr. Marsh served in the Navy for 30 years from 1934 to 1938 and from 1942 to 1966. He retired as a chief warrant officer. After his Navy career, he worked in private industry and in real estate. He was a member of the Retired Officers Association, Fleet Reserve Association, Elks and Veterans of Foreign Wars. He enjoyed fishing, gardening and carpentry, as well as reading. Survivors include his son, Bill; grandchildren, Kim of Bowie, Md., Amy of San Diego and Kris of Seattle; four great-grandchildren and extended family members including a niece. Services are planned at a later date in Chico, where Mr. Marsh will be laid to rest with his wife. Dorothy Allensworth April 24, 1914 - Nov. 14, 2001 Dorothy Jones Allensworth, 87, was born in Warren, Ariz., to Charles and Alice May Wittig. She marriage Benton Jones on Dec. 15, 1935 in Los Angeles and Norman Allensworth on Nov. 14, 1994 in Hayward. Mrs. Allensworth was employed as a registered nurse in 1935 through 1938. Survivors include her husband, Norman Allensworth of Hayward; daughter, Deanna Craig of Chico; son, Allan Jones of LaPine, Ore.; sister, Mary Alice Smith of San Jose; eight grandchildren and 18 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Benton Jones, brother, Charles Wittig and grandson, Jim Jones. A graveside service will be held in her memory on Sunday at 2 p.m. in Pine Grove Cemetery in McArthur, Calif. Memorial contributions may be made to Paradise Hospice, P.O. Box 2287, Paradise, CA 94967. Rose Chapel Mortuary in Paradise in charge of the arrangements. Alfred Magrisi Aug. 28, 1923 - Nov. 14, 2001 Alfred H. Magrisi, 78, was born in Philadelphia, Penn., to Alfredo and Adalgisa Magrisi of Italy. He served in the Army during World War II. Mr. Magrisi worked in Hollywood for various films studios building sets and special effects for the movie industry for 18 years. He was a member of Paradise Eagles Lodge 2960, and Local 44 Union of Woodworkers in North Hollywood. Mr. Magrisi enjoyed working with his hands. His wife of 40 years, Barbara; sons, Michael and Val; sisters, Florence of Las Vegas, Clara of Philadelphia and Marie, also of Philadelphia, and one brother, Michael Magrisi of New Jersey, survive him. Memorial services will be held at the Eagles Lodge in Paradise on Saturday at 2 p.m. In lieu of flowers, one can donate to your favorite charity in his memory. Private Interment will follow cremation at Chapel of the Pines. Paradise Chapel of the Pines Funeral Home is handling funeral arrangements. William Tressler July 1, 1936 - Nov. 9, 2001 William L. Tressler, 65, was born in Akron, Ohio, to Homer and Florence Tressler. Mr. Tressler served for two years in the United Sates Navy as corpsman, P.S.C. technician. He attended the University of Arizona. Mr. Tressler was marriage to Georgette Tressler for 26 years. He retired after 30 years from law enforcement, as sheriff in Maricopa, Ariz., Orange and Butte Counties. He was a member of the Arizona Masonic Lodge for 32 years, and a member of the Orange County Sheriff Association. Mr. Tressler was an avid animal lover, enjoyed cooking and collecting books. His wife, Georgette Tressler of Oroville; sons, Bill Jr. of Corona, Lance of Rocklin and Ryan of Oroville; daughters, Rhonda Turner of Chico and Jeanne Copeland of Riverside, and seven grandchildren survive him. There are no services planned. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Lung Association and the Diabetes Association or the S.P.C.A. Paradise Chapel of the Pines Funeral Home is handling funeral arrangements. Albert Hedrick Jan. 4, 1927 - Nov. 14, 2001 Albert F. “Bud” Hedrick, 74, was born in San Francisco to Albert and Sue Hedrick. He served in the Merchant Marine during World War II. Mr. Hedrick was raised and attended schools in Burlingame. He marriage Margie Beal in Burlingame, on May 5, 1946. Mr. Hedrick was a butcher for Stanford University and Stanford Hospital for over 20 years. He was a member of the Evangelical Free Church in Paradise and the Ridge Runners Square Dance Club in Paradise. He enjoyed traveling in his RV, helping people and spending time with his family. Mr. Hedrick spent the majority of his life on the San Francisco Peninsula before moving to Paradise in 1984 from Woodside. He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Margie Hedrick of Paradise; son, Michael Hedrick of Vacaville; daughter, Nancy MacLachlan of Oroville; sisters Jean Kesler of Fresno and Georgia Parry of Modesto; six grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Memorial services will be held on Saturday at 11 a.m. at the Evangelical Free Church, 5095 Pentz Road. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Paradise Hospice. Funeral arrangements are being made through the Neptune Society of Northern California, Chico. Orvel Rolfe June 2, 1918 - Nov. 16, 2001 Orvel Rolfe, 83, was a member of Paradise Elks Lodge 2026. He enjoyed coaching Babe Ruth Leagues and women’s softball. He also enjoyed taking his grandchildren fishing and was a member of St. Thomas More Catholic Church. He was born in Salt Lake City, to Henry and Ada Rolfe. Mr. Rolfe served in the United State Coast Guard. He marriage Florence Hoffman, on Oct. 30, 1937 in Oakland. She preceded him in death in March 2000. Mr. Rolfe owned and operated his own trucking business for 45 years, retiring in 1974. Mr. Rolfe His son, Thomas Rolfe of Paradise, five grandchildren and five great-grandchildren survive him. Visitation will be held Tuesday from noon to 6 p.m. at Chapel of the Pines Mortuary. A funeral service will be held at noon Wednesday at the chapel with graveside services following at Paradise Cemetery. Paradise Chapel of the Pines is handling funeral arrangements. Jack Breevaart Jan. 21, 1936 - Nov. 15, 2001 Jack Breevaart, 65, was an agriculture mechanic for 24 years at California State University, Chico, until he retired in 1999. He was born in Ashton, Iowa. Mr. Breevaart attended Ashton High School and the Teacher’s College in Nebraska. He was an avid car lover and enjoyed building and repairing cars. He is survived by his wife, Reeny Breevaart of Magalia; mother, Christine Klein; sons, John of Citrus Heights; Joel, Joshua, Jacob, Jonathan, Josiah, Jadon Breevaart of Magalia, and David and Randy Cloid of Magalia; daughters, Carrie Giannan-drea of Lincoln and Rachel Breevaart of Magalia; sisters, Shirley Rappaport of Las Vegas, Beverly Cannon of Pahrump, Nev., Marjorie Shepardsonn of Santa Barbara and Charlotte Wilke of Duluth, Minn., and six grandchildren. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, at 1 p.m. at Brusie Funeral Home in Chico. Brusie Funeral Home is handling the arrangements. Wava Campbell Oct. 16, 1914 - Nov. 6, 2001 Wava Loyce Campbell, was a long-time member of Craig Memorial Church and the Paradise Genealogy Society. Mrs. Campbell had lived in Paradise Pines since her retirement from Lockheed in 1976. She will be interned at Chico Memorial Mausoleum with her husband, Donald Campbell. One daughter, Gloria Ellen Rafferty of San Jose, five grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren, three nephews and one sister-in-law survive Mrs. Wava. Jeanne Browne June 17, 1922 - Nov. 16, 2001 Jeanne L. Browne, 79, wrote and published a book of letters pertaining to the gold rush entitled “The Restless Longing,” which was sold in local bookstores in Paradise during her retirement years in Magalia. Mrs. Browne also studied Ameri-can Indian history and culture. She was a member of the Elks Wives in Paradise and Paradise Pines Owner’s Association. Mrs. Browne was born in El Dorado, Kan., to Hutchison and Fern Cooper-Messner. She was raised and attended schools in North Hollywood, and marriage Dr. Irving Browne in Las Vegas on Sept. 4,1948. She was a homemaker the majority of her life. Mrs. Browne recently returned to Southern California to be closer to her children. She traveled extensively and enjoyed cruises. She was an artist and enjoyed gardening and crafts. Mrs. Browne is survived by her husband of 53 years, Dr. Irving Browne of Folsom; daughter, Shelly Lockovich of Placentia; sons, Ronald Mackintosh of New York and Walter Browne of Folsom; stepchildren, Charles Browne of San Francisco and Joyce Breslin of Los Angeles; brothers, Robert Messner of Oregon, William Messner Jr. of Riverside and Donald Messner of Corona; sister, Joanne Cluse of Perris; eight grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Guide Dogs for the Blind. Private family services were held. Neptune Society of Northern California, Chico, handled funeral arrangements. Ray Bruess 1909 - Nov. 5, 2001 Ray W. Bruess, 92, was a graduate of the University of Minnesota. He was an attorney for 50 years, primarily in Duluth, Minn., where he was a member of Lakeside Presbyterian Church, a Past Master of Glen Avon Masonic Lodge No. 306 and active in Scottish Rite. The International Supreme Council of the Order of DeMolay also awarded him an Honorary Legion of Honor degree. Mr. Bruess enjoyed fishing and gardening. He retired to Paradise in 1982 where he was a member of the First Christian Church and the Table Mountain Masonic Lodge No. 124. Mr. Bruess and his wife Irene, moved to Spokane, Wash. In 1999 to be near family and specialized medical care. His wife, Irene of Spokane; sons, Les Bruess of Spokane and Dr. Clint Bruess of Birmingham, Ala.; stepsons, Bill Deuel and Dick Martin of Mesa, Ariz.; 14 grandchildren and 21 great-grandchildren survive him. His first wife, Gladys Bruess, preceded him in death in 1979. Memorial services were held Nov. 17 in Spokane, Wash. Internment to follow at a later date in Duluth, Minn. Irene will continue to reside in Spokane. Memorials may be made to the Shrine Hospital for Children, P.O. Box 2472, Spokane, Wash., 99201-2472 Vivian Bridgewater March 25, 1922 - Nov. 18, 2001 Vivian M. Bridgewater, 79, was employed by the Taft Unified School District for 15 years. She was a member of the Pentecostal Church of God. Mrs. Bridgewater was known for her love of friends and family, enjoyed making biscuits, cleaning clothes, and making meals. Four children, two brothers, two sisters and many grandchildren and great-grandchildren survive her. Services will be held on Thursday, Nov. 29 at 2 p.m. at the Pentecostal Church of God, 565 Pearson Road. Memorial contributions may be made to the Pentecostal Church of God Church building fund. Rose Chapel Mortuary is handling the arrangements. Frances Tompkins Nov. 17, 1935 - Nov. 16, 2001 Frances J. Tompkins, 66, moved to Paradise one year ago from Ten-nessee. She was born in Huntington, W. Va. to Ray-mond and Frances Napier. She and her husband Allan, co-owned a car rental business for tourism in the Great Smokie Mountains. Mrs. Tompkins enjoyed furniture restoration and refinishing, gardening, and was especially fond of roses. She is survived by her husband of 45 years, Allan Tompkins of Paradise; father, Raymond Napier of Joshua Tree; sons, Allan R. of Vacaville and David J. of Maryville, Tenn.; daughter, Linda J. Pettenger of Paradise; brothers, Gene Napier of Tucson, Ariz., Ron Napier of Clovis and Andre Napier of Pennsylvania; sister, Janet Bohannon of Biggs and seven grandchildren. There will be no services at her request. Rose Chapel Mortuary is handling the arrangements. Louise Overman Feb. 24, 1909 - Nov. 17, 2001Louise D. Overman, 92, was a beautician for 15 years. Mrs. Overman was born in Aztec, N.M. to Harry and Lena Dunning. Her husband, Robert Overman, preceded her in death in 1977. Daughters, Katherine Paul of Bangor and Dorothy Overman of Dexter, Ore.; three grandchildren and two great-grandchildren survive her. Services will be held at 1 p.m. on Saturday at Chapel of the Pines Mortuary. Paradise Chapel of the Pines is handling the arrangements. Finn Molvig May 29, 1925 - Oct. 21, 2001 Born in Copenhagen, Denmark, Finn Molvig moved to the United States when he was 22. In his early years, he worked as a carpenter, horse breeder, drugstore clerk and construction timekeeper. In 1978, Mr. Molvig and his wife, Birgitte, met in Denmark. When they found Paradise in 1986, they fell in love with the area. In later life, he worked as an accountant and computer systems analyst in Alaska, California and overseas. Mr. Molvig, 76, died Oct. 21 in Paradise after long battling an illness. He always had a cheerful disposition. He was keenly interested in writing, particularly essays, poetry, a play and his memoirs. Surviving him are his wife, Birgitte; three children, Kjeld Molvig of San Francisco, Kai Molvig of Elk Grove and Lisa Grieco of Santa Rosa; and four grandchildren. At Mr. Molvig’s request, a memorial service will be held 1:30 p.m. Nov. 10 at the Unitarian Fellowship in Chico. Donations in his memory may be made to the Parkinson’s Disease Founda-tion, Inc. (1-800-457-6676) or to the Unitarian Fellowship of Chico. The Neptune Society of Northern California, Chico branch, is handling the arrangements. Delfina Stankoven July 18, 1929 - Oct. 30, 2001 During the space race, Delfina Stankoven worked for a company helping to develop rockets for the United States. She worked as a supervisor of computer usage analysis and management information for TRW in Redondo Beach. She and her husband, Fred, moved to Paradise in 1970. She worked closely with the physicians and staff at Feather River Hospital in the medical records department. Mrs. Stankoven died Tuesday at age 72. She had battled breast cancer for five years. Her interests included travel, reading, humor, people and all the performing arts. She was very active in drama all through school. After Mrs. Stankoven retired in 1994, she joined the Feather River Hospital Auxiliary, where she actively served until her death. Her sister Rachael died before her. Mrs. Stankoven is survived by her husband of 47 years, Fred; two sisters, Mary Moore of Arcadia and Midge Highfill of Merrill, Ore.; two nieces and five grandnephews and grandnieces. Visitation will be held from 9 a.m. to noon Friday at Rose Chapel. Mass will be celebrated 1 p.m. Friday at St. Thomas More Catholic Church. She requested that any hospital volunteers attending the service wear their uniforms. A private family graveside service will follow. Robert Bruce June 12, 1920 - Oct. 27, 2001 Robert A. Bruce served in the Army Air Forces from 1941 to 1948 and in the U.S. Air Force Strategic Air Command from 1950 to 1951. For more than 15 years, he was a salesman for S.C. Johnson and Co. As an enrolled agent he opened a tax preparation business in San Jose. He retired in 1985 and moved with his wife to Magalia. Mr. Bruce died Saturday. He was 81. He ardently played golf all his life until poor health forced him to quit. Reading and working crossword puzzles were favorite pastimes. He also took pleasure in assisting disabled friends. Mr. Bruce was a member of the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks, both in San Jose and Paradise, for a total of 25 years. He is survived by his wife of more than 56 years, Frances; a son, Richard of Sunnyvale; two daughters, Susan Kishler of Los Gatos and Binette Goebel of Mankato, Minn.; and three granddaughters. At his request, no services will be held. A memorial gathering of family and friends is planned for a later date. Memorial gifts may be made in Mr. Bruce’s name to the Paradise Elks Lodge No. 2026 Scholarship Fund, P.O. Box 418, Paradise. Rose Chapel is handling the arrangements. Lucille Cox Jan. 22, 1927 - Oct. 27, 2001 During World War II, Lucille Cox worked in the naval shipyards in San Francisco. A Magalia resident since 1989, she enjoyed crafts, sewing and going to casinos. Mrs. Cox, 74, died in her home Saturday. She was born in St. Louis to Lucille and David Eddens. She was raised and educated in Missouri. Following the war she returned to Missouri, where she met and marriage Marion Randles. They moved to California and settled in San Jose. There she worked as a waitress and later as a pre-arrangement counselor and receptionist for Oak Hill Cemetery. Following her first husband’s death, she later marriage Virgil “Herman” Cox in 1982. Survivors include husband Virgil; three sons, Rod Randles of Marysville, Wash., Terry Randles of Auburn, Wash., and Jim Cox of Owasso, Okla.; 10 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren. Her daughter, Marilyn, died before her. A memorial reception will be held 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. today at the family’s home, 13576 S. Park Drive in Magalia. Michael Bodger June 30, 1936 - Oct. 20, 2001 Funeral services were held in Redondo Beach on Oct. 20 for Paradise resident Michael Bodger, 65, who died at his home of cancer. Mr. Bodger was born to the late Charles M. Bodger and Frances Bodger of Lompoc and Paradise. He grew up in Lompoc, graduating from high school in 1954. Mr. Bodger attended Cornell University in Ithaca, N.Y. in 1955. He joined the Army and served in Germany from 1956 to 1958. Following his discharge, he attended California Polytechnic University, San Luis Obispo, graduating with a master of arts degree in ornamental horticulture in 1962. He worked for Davis and Royston Bulb Company as a salesman until his death. Mr. Bodger was a member of the Elks Lodge 2274, Al Malaikah Shrine and Lompoc Valley Historical Society. His daughter, Yvonne Wessel; sisters, Bonnie Fugh of Paradise and Beverly Preece of Lompoc; brother, Dean Morehart of Lompoc; their families and one granddaughter, survive him. Patricia Clampet April 14, 1933 - Oct. 30, 2001 Patricia A. Clampet, 68, was employ-ed by Lloyd’s Bank as a bank teller for 30 years. Mrs. Clampet was a member of Beta Sigma Phi International. She is survived by her husband, John Clampet; daughters, Pamela Hughes of Sun City and Paula Riox of Lakewood and sister, Pricilla Larson of Paradise. Visitation and services were held November 2 at Rose Chapel. Carlisle Rickards Jr. Sept. 16, 1920 - Nov. 1, 2001 Carlisle Rickards Jr., 81, served in the United States Coast Guard during World War II. After military service, Mr. Rickards and his brother opened a grocery store in San Anselmo, and then went into real estate development in 1959 in the Bay area. Mr. Rickards retired to Paradise in 1971. He was a member of the Paradise Rod and Gun Club, Honorary Deputy Sheriff’s Association, Masonic Lodge and the American Legion in San Anselmo. Mr. Rickards was the founding director of the Bank of Paradise and chairman of the board, a real estate developer in San Rafael, Paradise, and Chico, and a supporter of numerous community, outdoor and wildlife activities. His wife, Lillian Rickards, whom he marriage on April 13, 1945; sons, John of Moraga and Jim of Paradise; brother, Homer of San Rafael; sister, Betty Smith of Youngstown, Ariz.; four grandchildren and four great-grandchildren survive him. He was pre-deceased by his daughter, Carleen Johnson. Services will be held Friday, 11 a.m., at Rose Chapel. In lieu of flowers, donations may be given to the Alzheimer’s Association (Millie’s Place) 780-B Luther Drive, Paradise, CA 95969, or Valley Ridge Hospice, 7126-E Skyway, Paradise, CA 95969. Rose Chapel is handling the arrangements. Megan Holt May 21, 2001 - Oct. 31, 2001 Megan Christine Holt, age 5 months, died at Packard Children’s Hospital in Palo Alto due to heart complications. She is survived by her mother, Victoria Holt of Magalia; sisters, Kimberly and Danielle of Cupertino; grandparents, Douglas and Carolyn Holt of Magalia; great-grandmothers, Linda Baker of Madera and Betty Plomondon of Morgan Hill, and great-grandfather, Nathan Hold of Morgan Hill. Services will be held on Tuesday, 1 p.m., at Rose Chapel Mortuary. Rose Chapel Mortuary is handling the arrangements. Wilbur McMahon Nov. 2, 1936 - Nov. 3, 2001 Wilbur (Bill) McMahon, 65, moved to Paradise in 1966 from Pomona. Mr. McMahon owned and operated Accro-Mold Inc., a machine shop in Paradise since 1972. He was a tool and die maker for 45 years. He enjoyed bowling, golfing, boating and spending time with his family. He is survived by his spouse, Marie McMahon of Paradise, whom he marriage Feb. 19, 1966; sons, Michael of Twenty Nine Palms and Steve of Paradise; daughters, Sherry Hornback of Cromberg, Linda Nixon of Paradise, and Judy Gambill of Vacaville; sister Betty Lucia of Sonora; mother, Velma McMahon of Paradise; 10 grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. Services will be held at 11 a.m., Nov. 7, at Rose Chapel Mortuary. Visitation will be held Tuesday from 4 to 8 p.m. at Rose Chapel. Rose Chapel Mortuary is handling the arrangements. Merceline Kosiol Jan. 20, 1921 - Nov. 1, 2001 Merceline Mary Koziol, 80, was a machine operator for seven years for Duetch Company. She was a devout Catholic. Mrs. Kosiol is survived by her sister, Orline Ovitt of Reno, Nev.; brother, Leo Shortis of Paradise; daughters, Viola Van Oz of E. Templeton, Mass. and Catherine Smith of Frederick, Md.; son, Robert Pollock of W. Springfield, Mass.; 12 grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. A funeral mass will be offered on Nov. 8, 8:30 a.m. at St. Thomas More Catholic Church. Chapel of the Pines is handling the arrangements. Terry Patterson March 27, 1955 - Nov. 2, 2001 Terry Green Patterson, 46, passed away after a lengthy battle with cancer. Mrs. Patterson was born in Salinas to Loren and June Green. She had a 25-year career in the insurance industry prior to becoming a teacher. She was educated at California State University, Sacramento, with a bachelor’s degree. Mrs. Patterson received her teaching credential at California State University, Chico. Mrs. Patterson was marriage to Steve Patterson on Aug. 15, 1982, in Monterey. She was involved with the California Teachers Associa-tion, the First United Metho-dist Church and the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Associa-tion. She loved being a mother, gardening, the outdoors, reading, raising Bernese mountain dogs, flying airplanes and skiing. After 25 years in the insurance industry and becoming a mother, she returned to CSU, Chico, to become a teacher. Her husband, Steve Patterson; parents, Loren and June Green; son, Austin Patterson; brothers, Richard Green and Alan Green, and two nieces, Lise and Hannah Green survive Mrs. Patterson. Services will be held 2 p.m. Saturday at the First United Methodist Church of Paradise. Memorial contributions may be made to the First United Methodist Church of Paradise, and the American Can-cer Society. Rose Chapel is handling arrangements. Joanna Massae Feb. 7, 1936 - Nov. 4, 2001 Joanna Jeanne Massae, 65, died after a lengthy battle with cancer. Mrs. Massae was born in Hollister to William and Dorothy Blackie. She marriage Jack E. Massae on Aug. 6, 1966, in Paradise. Before her illness, she was a secretary and bookkeeper for many years and a devoted wife and mother. Her hobbies were crafts, gardening, remodeling and decorating. And she spent time with her family and friends and her children. Her husband, Jack Massae of Oak Run; sons, Jason of Orange-vale and Joel, of Chico; and brother, Jim Blackie of Madrid, Spain, surivive her. A vigil service be held 5 p.m. Thursday at Chapel of the Pines, which is handling the arrangements. Daniel Dunn March 9, 1920 - Nov. 5, 2001 Daniel Joseph Dunn, 81, owned and operated his own car body and paint shop before retiring in Crescent City. He lived and worked as a body man all over California. He died in Paradise at Cypress Acres. He was born in Granbrook, British Columbia, Canada, to Phillip and Gertrude Dunn. He was one of nine children. He served in the United States Navy in World War II as a torpedo man. He marriage Bonnie Bernhard on Jan. 14, 1944, in San Francisco. Mr. Dunn was a member of St. Thomas More Catholic church. He loved RV trips and camping, playing golf, hiking and nature. He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Bonnie, of Paradise; daughters, Katrena Meeker of Volcano, Hawaii, Diana Knecht of Manhattan Beach and Susan Klemme of Paradise; sisters, Margaret Duncan of Carmichael, Carylyn Barron of the Bahamas and Geraldine Conklin of San Francisco; six grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. There will be no services at his request. Paradise Chapel of the Pines is handling the arrangements. Jack West Sept. 28, 1920 - Nov. 6, 2001 Jack D. West, 78, was a resident of Magalia. He was born in Denver, Colo., to John and Lucille West. Mr. West attended and graduated from schools in Fort Collins, Colo. He served in the United States Army during World War II, and marriage Peggy Dependahl in Las Vegas, May 8, 1988. He was a United States Postal Service worker. Mr. West was a member of the Paradise Elks Lodge #2026, Escapees, SIRS #52 and the Good Sams Club. He enjoyed fishing, remote control airplanes and taking care of his birds and dogs. He was a jack-of-all-trades. Mr. West is survived by his wife, Peggy of Magalia; sons, Paul of Redding and Jerry of Florida; daughters, Judy Murison of Hewitt, Texas and Jeannie Wilson of Tustin; sister, Wilma Collins of Surprise, Ariz.; stepson, Carl Dependahl of Boise; step-daughters, Cynthia Allaire of Pamona and Chrisanne Wollett of Los Osos; numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Graveside services were held Friday, Nov. 9 at Glen Oaks Memorial park. Funeral arrangements were made by Brusie Funeral Home Ron Reiger Nov. 2, 1931 - Nov. 6, 2001 Ron Rieger, 70, was born in Agar, S.D. to John and Agnes Rieger. He served in World War II in the United States Navy and the Korean War in the United State Army. Mr. Rieger marriage Joan Golding in Sacramento on June 26, 1973, and retired after 39 years as a truck driver with the teamster’s Union. He was also a member of the Paradise Elks. Mr. Rieger enjoyed hunting, fishing, traveling, and playing pool and target shooting. He is survived by his wife, Joan of Paradise; daughter, Rhonda Rieger of Montana; son, Ron of San Diego; stepsons, Jimmy Golding of Barstow and Todd Golding of Sacramento; brothers, Jim of Rapid City, S.D., John of Rochester, Minn., and Elmer of Vancouver, Wa.; sisters, Odessa Mitchell, Violet Goddard and Jean Nelson, all of Pierre, S.D.; Vernette Fish of Vancouver, Wash., and numerous grandchildren. Visitation will be held at the Old Magalia Church on Tuesday, from 1 to 2 p.m., services will immediately follow. Norman Rogers Nov. 6, 1920 - Nov. 7, 2001 Norman C. Rogers, 81, was born in Calgary, Canada to Herbert P. Rogers and Vivian Rogers. Mr. Rogers served in the United States Navy from 1942 to 1946 and was on the U.S.S. Hornet when it sank. He graduated from Burbank High School in 1939 and marriage Betty Gridley on June 22, 1946 in Burbank. He was a school bus driver and custodian for the Paradise Unified School District for 30 years until he retired in 1983. He enjoyed oil painting, stained glass, fishing, and gardening, loved music and played the violin at a young age. He also played the clarinet in the high school band, and marched at the Rose Bowl several times. He also played the piano and organ. His wife, Betty A. Rogers of Paradise; son, Mike Rogers and grandson, Matt Rogers, of Paradise, survive him. No services are planned. Donations may be made to Feather River Hospital Hospice. Paradise Chapel of the Pines is making arrangements. Louis Richards Feb. 11, 1907 - Nov. 7, 2001 Louis P. Richards was a top salesman for Prudential Insurance Company, served in World War II and devoted 24 years as a missionary in Korea, Hong Kong and the Philippines. His wife of 71 years, Grace Richards; son, Robert Richards; daughter Jeanne Criswell and 12 grandchildren survive him. At the family’s request, no flowers should be sent. A graveside service will be held at Chico Cemetery at 11 a.m. on Saturday. Arrangements are under the direction of Brusie Funeral Home. Oliver Brown Jan. 1, 1910 - Nov. 9, 2001 Oliver C. Brown, 91, moved to Paradise in 1980 from Tehachapi. He was born in La Plata, N.M. to John and Cora Brown. Mr. Brown owned and operated his own cattle ranch. He met his wife, Martha, at a dance at the old community hall in Paradise. They were marriage in 1938, and she preceded him in death in 1977. He enjoyed horses, ranching and the cowboy life. He lived in and around Paradise off and on since 1936. His daughter, Patricia Brice of Paradise; three grandchildren, six great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren survive him. Visitations will be held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Thursday at Rose Chapel. Services will immediately follow. Memorial contributions may be made to the Arthritis Foundation. Rose Chapel is handling the arrangements. Merceline Koziol Jan. 20, 1921 - Nov. 1, 2001 Merceline Mary Koziol, 80, was a machine operator for seven years for Duetch Company. She was a devout Catholic. Mrs. Kosiol is survived by her sister, Orline Ovitt of Reno, Nev.; brother, Leo Shortis of Paradise; daughters, Viola Van Oz of E. Templeton, Mass. and Catherine Smith of Frederick, Md.; son, Robert Pollock of W. Springfield, Mass.; 12 grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. A funeral mass was offered on Nov. 8 at St. Thomas More Catholic Church. Chapel of the Pines handled the arrangements. Ronald Nixon July 19, 1949 - Nov. 9, 2001 Ronald A. Nixon, 52, served in the United States Navy. He was employed at Watsonville Hospital as a surgical technician. He is survived by his wife of 20 years, Wendy Nixon; mother, Bonnie Thomas of Paradise; son, Matthew Nixon of Paradise and sister, Kathy Nixon of Santa Rosa. Services were held on Nov. 12 at Rose Chapel. Rose Chapel handled the arrangements. James Thompson May 29, 1915 - Nov. 9, 2001 James Argyle Thompson, 86, was born in Winters, to Evan and Katherine Thompson. He marriage Ethel Hawkins in Seattle, Wash., in 1944. As a young man, Thompson worked for the Civil Conservation Corps. During World war II he worked at the shipyards in Washington and owned an apple orchard. Mr. Thompson later moved to North Dakota where he worked for the Holsum Bread Bakery, and in 1966, moved to Chico. While in Chico, he worked as a salesman for several oil distributors. He enjoyed playing the harmonica and singing, gardening, watching sports and was an avid reader. He is survived by his daughters, Kathy Sande of Fargo, N.D., Fran Torres of Vacaville, Ruth Webb of Yuba City and Eve Parrish of Austin, Texas; son Jim Thompson of Chico; brothers, Evan and Kenneth, both of Washington; sisters, Hannah Galgladish of Paradise and Maxine Miller of Washington; 10 grandchildren and 7 great-grandchildren. His wife, Ethel preceded him in death, in 1974. Visitation will be held from 5 to 8 p.m., Tuesday evening, and services will be held at 1 p.m. on Wednesday, at the Brusie Funeral Home in Chico. Memorial contributions may be made to the Jesus Center in care of the Brusie Funeral Home, 626 Broadway, Chico, CA 95928, which is handling the arrangements. Keith Wittner Oct. 21, 1924 - Oct. 18, 2001 Keith Wittner, a long-time resident of Paradise, was born in Oak-land, and passed away in Redding. He is survived by his wife, Diane; daughters, Alison Wittner and Candace Wittner; son, Rodney Wittner and brothers, Rex and Marvin. Services are planned at the First Baptist Church, 1959 Eureka Way, Redding, at 2 p.m. on Oct. 21. Ruth Madden Oct. 26, 1905 - Oct. 19, 2001 Ruth Margaret Madden, 95, was a legal secretary for 30 years before retiring. She worked in the law offices of attorney Roy McKernan. She was marriage to Foster Madden, on Oct. 16, 1928 in Pittsburgh, Pa. They moved from Marin County to Paradise in 1960 and later moved to Portola in 1999 to be near their family. She was an active member of Christian Woman’s Associa-tion and Christian Missionary Alliance Church. Her husband, Foster Lawrence Madden of Portola; son, Ron Madden of Graeagle; five grandchildren and four great-grandchildren, survive Mrs. Madden. Memorial contributions may be made to your favorite charity in her memory and Paradise Alliance church. Funeral services will be held at Chapel of the Pines at 11 a.m., Tues., Oct. 23 following the visitation, which will be from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Paradise Chapel of the Pines will be handling the arrangements. Reginald Sandison Nov. 6, 1906 - Oct. 17, 2001 Reginald Sandison was born at a logging camp in Chester Twp., Otsego, Co., Mich., to John V. and Mary C. (Smith) Sandison. His grandmother, Hannah (Robison) Sandison assisted as a midwife. He spent most of his youth in Onaway, Mich. Mr. Sandison came to California in 1934 and learned carpentry. He was a licensed contractor for more than 30 years, building residential homes. When he retired in 1969, he settled in Paradise and continued to build. He was instrumental in the construction of the current edifice of the Paradise Evangelical Free Church. He was preceded in death by his parents and all his siblings; Ruth, Naomi, Raymer, Murnie, Ada, Martin, Sabra, Geneva and Verna, and by his wife. Survivors include his daughters, Mary Fox of Brookings, and Ellen Groff of San Jose; granddaughter Aimee and great-granddaughters, Ashley and Sarah King of Mountain View; grandsons, Evan Groff of San Jose, Nathan Fox of Mountain View and John Fox of Brookings, along with numerous nieces and nephews. Internment was held at Paradise Memorial Cemetery. Memorial services were held at Emmanuel Baptist Church in Brookings, Oct. 21. Arrangements were under the direction of Redwood Memorial Chapel, Brookings, Ore. Myrtle Helbing 1916 - Sept. 27, 2001 Mrs. Helbing, a longtime resident of Magalia, passed away in West Monroe, La., where she had moved two years ago to be close to her family. She was very active in local affairs while living in Magalia, including Paradise Pines Property Owners Association, past president of Paradise Pines Women’s’ Club, member of the Pine Ridge Women’s Club, Elk’s Wives and Paradise Church of Christ. Her husband, Ernest Helbring, preceded her in death in 1993. Remembrance in her name, may be made to her favorite charity, De Sabla Volunteer Fire Department. Clara Vironda May 30, 1904 Oct. 11, 2001 Clara B. Vironda, 97, was a teacher/ administrator for 28 years with the Los Angeles school district. Memorial services will be held Tues., Oct. 23, 2 p.m. at Craig Memorial Congrega-tional Church. Bidwell Chapel is handling the arrangements. Adrian Trulin Oct. 30, 1907 - Oct. 20, 2001 Adrian “A.J.” Trulin and his wife, Maxine, came to the Bay Area in 1937, and then lived in the Redwoods from 1945 to 1951. From 1952 to 1956 they had lived in Artois. The Trulins lived in Paradise since 1956. He started A.J. Overhead Doors, Inc. when he was 64 years old. His son, Karl, still works the business. Mr. Trulin had a California Contractors’ license since 1938; building homes in the Bay Area, Artois and Paradise. Except for the brief time in the Redwoods and a short time in Artois, he was in the carpentry, building trades and remodel work. He will long be known for his love of Studebakers. Mr. Trulin was a member of the Paradise Pines Congregation of Jehovah’s Witnesses. Mr. Trulin was marriage to his wife, Maxine, for 66 years. Her death proceeded him two years ago. His older son, Karl of Paradise; daughter-in-law, Pat Trulin; and two grandsons, Shane and Kyle, of Huntington Beach, survive him. His younger son, John, preceded him in death three years ago. In lieu of flowers, a memorial contribution may be made to Jehovah Witnesses, P.O. Box 382, Paradise, 95967. The family will announce a memorial date at a later time. Bobby Kale Jr. Feb. 1, 1954 - Oct. 11, 2001 Houston resident Bobby Richard Kale Jr., 47, went to school for his junior and senior years in Paradise. He graduated from Paradise High School. In 1985, he moved to Alaska and worked various construction jobs as a laborer. He also worked for his brother’s family business for several years. Mr. Kale enjoyed fishing, hunting, snowmobiling and taxidermy. He loved the outdoors. His family said: “Our son, brother and friend was loved and will be greatly missed. He always had a smile to give and a helping hand when one was needed. Bobby had a special place in his heart for his nephews and niece. All the people who ever knew Bob loved him dearly, and he will be forever missed.” Mr. Kale is survived by his parents, Bob and Pauline Kale of Sacramento; brothers, Bryce Kale of Valdez, Steve Kale of Anchorage; sister, Teresa Peters of Houston, and many nieces and nephews. Witzleben Family Funeral Homes and Crematory made arrangements. Clyde Townsend Jan. 4, 1939 - Oct. 23, 2001 Clyde Jr. Lee Townsend, 62, lived most of his life in Cloverdale. Mr. Townsend liked hunting, fishing, bowling and spending time at the ocean. He was a great storyteller. Mr. Townsend loved to dance and spend time with his family. He also enjoyed country music. Mr. Townsend worked for Louisiana Pacific in Cloverdale for 30 years before moving to Stirling City. For 10 years, Mr. Townsend managed the Clotilde Merlo Park. He is survived by his wife of 41 years, Sharon Ann Woods Townsend of Stirling City, daughters, Julianne Marie Lewis and Sherrie Carelene Singleton of Willits; four sisters, Ruth Medrois of Arkansas, Christine Brown of Orland, Pauline Smalley of Santa Rosa and Ann Cochrane of Alabama; brothers, Carlton of Rio Del and Jesse of Fort Bragg. A family memorial service will be held at a later date. Arrangements are under the direction of Newton-Bracewell Cremation and Funeral Service of Magalia. Jean Colson Oct. 15, 1932 - Oct. 21, 2001 Jean I. Colson, 69, had the gift of friendship, making friends quickly wherever she lived. She enjoyed her home-life of baking bread and she enjoyed tea with friends in the afternoon. Mrs. Colson also loved sports, especially baseball. Her son, David K. Nelson, precedes her in death. Her sons, Randy Nelson of Forest Grove, Ore., and Chris Nelson of Folsom; daughters, Janet Doll of Citrus Heights and June Arroues of Placerville; mother, Violet Williams of Paradise; brothers, Bill Williams of Paradise; five grandchildren and one great-grandchild survive Mrs. Colson. Visitation will be held Thursday, Oct. 25 from 4 p. to 8 p.m. Funeral services will be held Oct. 26, at 2 p.m. at Rose Chapel. Rose Chapel Mortuary is handling funeral arrangements. Bertha Longsine Nov. 9, 1908 - Oct. 16, 2001 Paradise resident, Bertha M. Longsine, began a career of teaching in Kansas and Nebraska. She moved to California in early 1937 and on July 30, 1937, she was united in marriage to Cecil V. Longsine. No children were born to this union. They settled in Los Angeles and both worked for Lockheed Company. In the early 1950s, they moved to Los Alamos, N.M. and, in the mid-1970s, returned to Livermore. In 1979, they moved to Paradise to enjoy retirement years. Mrs. Longsine enjoyed camping, hunting, fishing and stained-glass crafts. She was also an avid gardener and member of the Paradise Garden Club for many years. Mrs. Longsine’s husband, Cecil and sister, Bessie, preceded her in death. Her two nephews and five nieces survive her. Memorial contributions may be made to American Heart Association and American Cancer Society. Graveside services and inurnment will be at the Paradise Cemetery on Sat., Oct. 27, 11 a.m. Rose Chapel Mortuary in Paradise made arrangements. Edward Spreen Oct. 4, 1924 - Oct. 23, 2001 Edward Oliver Spreen, 77, was in the United States Army from 1943 to 1946 during World War II. He received the Bronze Medal. Mr. Spreen graduated from Chico High School in 1942 and was marriage on Nov. 5, 1967 to Julie Spreen in Reno, Nev. He was a truck driver for Pacific Motor Trucking for 31 years and retired in 1983. Mr. Spreen was a member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars. His life was based around his work. In his spare time he always was helping friends and family on building projects. In his earlier days he enjoyed deer hunting. Mr. Spreen is survived by his wife, Julie Spreen of Paradise; a brother, Herbert Spreen of Wasilla, Ark; sister, Beatrice Marquez of Colma; sons, Alan Spreen and Jack Spreen of Paradise; stepchildren, Cheryl Carrell, Lorrie Visinoni of Paradise, and Terry Thurman of Chico; granddaughter, Misty Spreen of Paradise and seven step-grandchildren of Paradise. Services will be on Saturday, Oct. 27, 11 a.m. at the Paradise Chapel of the Pines Mortuary. Paradise Chapel of the Pines is handling the arrangements. Dorothy Best Nov. 28, 1922 - Oct. 23, 2001 Dorothy Jean Best, 78, was the rotary head for the department of manufacturing VCRS, at Ampex for 25 years. Her husband, Joseph Best, preceded her in death in 1991. A son, Joe Best of Paradise; daughters, Sharon Sue Leising of Albuquerque, N.M., and Mary Rae Bianchinni of Long Island, N.Y.; 10 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren survive her. Graveside services were held Friday, Oct. 26. Funeral arrangments were handled by Paradise Chapel of the Pines. Gladys Nelson Sept. 5, 1919 - Oct. 23, 2001 Gladys D. Nelson, formerly of Paradise, moved to Lincoln approximately one year ago to be near her sisters and family. Before Gladys retired, she was the manager at Plumas Pines Resort at Lake Almanor for over 14 years. She and her late husband moved to Paradise in 1978, and worked at a local dress shop, which was then called The Size Shop. She was very personable and loved working with the public. Her husband, and son, James, precede Mrs. Nelson in death. Mrs. Nelson is survived by her other son, Jeff Nelson of Concord; four grandchildren and five great-grandchildren; one adopted grandson; three sisters, Edgee Pasenti of Redding, Mary Ann Streit and Virginia Patten of Lincoln. There will be no visitation or services. Paradise Chapel of the Pines will make funeral arrangements. Tomas Fierro April 19, 1933 - Oct. 28, 2001 Tomas Leyva Fierro, 68, served in the military from 1951 to 1955 in the United States Navy in Korea. Mr. Fierro marriage “Liz” Vidauri on Aug. 28, 1955, in Orland. He was a toll boardman at Pacific Telephone Company for 18 years. Sixteen years ago, he and his wife established and ran Meehos, a trademark restaurant in Paradise. He was a member of St. Thomas More Catholic Church. He is survived by his wife, “Liz” Fierro of Paradise; sons, Tomas Fierro of Santa Rosa and Chris Fierro of Paradise; daughters, Debbie McKey of San Diego, Annie Webb of Sacramento and Teresa Fierro of Paradise; brother, Joe Fierro of El Paso, Texas; sister, Ernestine Rowden of El Paso; mother, Maria Fierro of El Paso, and seven grandchildren. A vigil service will be held Thursday at 5 p.m. at the Chapel of the Pines. Services will be held Friday at 10 a.m., at St. Thomas More Catholic Church. Paradise Chapel of the Pines is handling the arrangements. Verna Miller Verna Jaclyn “Jackie” Miller, 65, was a Mag-alia resident since 1977. Mrs. Miller is survived by her husband, Darrall Miller of Magalia; mother, Lola Manly of Magalia; sons, Rodney Smith of Castaic and Stanley Smith of Paradise; daughters, Pamela Keenan of Paradise and Melanie Billingsley of Chico; stepchildren, Tony Miller and Rick White of Fresno; ten grandchildren and one great-granddaughter. Service will be held at 2 p.m., on Thursday at Rose Chapel Mortuary. Rose Chapel is handling the arrangements. Daniel Ritter June 28, 1957 - Oct. 27, 2001 Daniel “Danny” Ritter, 44, lived in Chico before moving to Magalia in 1998. He was a baker at the French Gourmet Bakery in Chico. Mr. Ritter loved to spend time with his children and enjoyed fishing. He is survived by his wife, Lori Ritter of Magalia, whom he marriage July 6, 2001; daughters, Samantha and Sarah Ritter of Magalia; father, Dale Ritter and step-mother, Winnie, of Richardson Springs; brothers, Michael Ritter of Richardson Springs and Eric Ritter of Redding; sister, Gwen Miller of Durham and several nieces and nephews. Graveside services will be held at 2 p.m., on Thursday at Glen Oaks Memorial Park, Chico. Memorial contributions may be made to Enloe Hospice. Rose Chapel is handling the arrangements. Thomas Peppas May 22, 1911 - Oct. 14, 2001 Thomas S. Peppas, 90, was born in Council Bluffs, Iowa, to Sam and Vadna Peppas. He had 22 years of formal education and attended Iowa State University for two years, and went on to graduate from Drake University in Des Moines, Iowa. He achieved his bachelor of arts, B.S.L., M.R.E., M.S.E. and master of divinity degrees. He was employed for 65 years as a minister. Mr. Peppas founded and was the former pastor of First Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) in Paradise. He lived in Marysville from 1947 to 1963 and during this time he was an administrator at Yuba College in Marysville. He retired in 1971. Mr. Peppas was a past member of the Oddfellows and past member of the Masonic Lodge. He enjoyed fishing, golf, bowling and woodcarving. Mr. Peppas is survived by his wife, Bonnie Peppas of Paradise, to whom he was marriage on June 2, 1946; sons, Thomas Peppas and Christofer “Skip” Peppas of West Sacramento; daughter, Chrystal McFarlane of Menifee; sisters, Dena Wieland of Marysville and Maryanne Sorenson of Lincoln, Neb.; five grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Memorial services will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday at the First Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) in Paradise. Memorial contributions may be made to Paradise Hospice and Home Care, First Christian Church general fund or the charity of your choice. Rose Chapel Mortuary is handling funeral arrangements. Mac McRae Aug. 3, 1941 - Oct. 8, 2001 Grover “Mac” Harrison McRae, 60, was born in Wood River, Neb. He was raised and educated in Nebraska and Kansas, and moved to California in the early 1960s. On Feb. 14, 1964, he marriage Renee Chabot in Baldwin Park. They moved to Paradise in 1965. Mr. McRae was a foreman for Pacific Gas & Electric Company for whom he worked for 29 years. His last job, which he loved, was camp host at Big Bend. He enjoyed fishing, going to Gold Country Casino and was an active member of Alcoholics Anonymous. He is survived by his wife Renee of Paradise; his father, Orval Reed of Anderson; three daughters, Brenda Firkus of St. Charles, Mo., Diane “Dee Dee” Coakley of Chico and Debora McRae of Paradise; and nine grandchildren. A Celebration of Life will be held for Mr. McRae at 12:30 p.m., at the Old Magalia Community Church in Magalia. Inurnment will be held at Skyway Memorial Park, Magalia. Memorial donations may be made to the Enloe Hospice in care of Newton-Bracewell Cremation and Funeral Services of Magalia, which are in charge of arrangements. Steven Vitale Sept. 13, 1953 - Oct. 8, 2001 Steven Phillip Vitale, 48, was a steel burner with Miller Fabrication and Welding. He loved the ocean and fishing, working with wood and enjoyed music. He is survived by his mother, Marie Vitale of Grand Rapids, Mich.; brother, Vincent Vitale of Inola, Okla.; daughter, Regina Infante; and ex-wife, Cynthia Vitale of Magalia. Memorial services will be held on Saturday at 2 p.m. at Chapel of the Pines Mortuary. Funeral arrangements are being handling by Chapel of the Pines. Patrick Collins Jan. 29, 1934 - Oct. 9, 2001 Patrick Joseph Collins, 67, was a teacher for 23 years. He was a member of St. Thomas More Catholic Church, a former 4th degree Knights of Columbus and coached athletics during his teaching career. Mr. Collins was “Uncle Pat” to many young people. He loved to shop, and was a wonderful caretaker to his grandnephew Mar, who died at the age of 7. His biggest interest in life was his extended family. He is survived by his sister, Mary Becker of Santa Clarita; brother, Robert Collins of Paradise; sister-in-law, Loretta Collins of Paradise and many nieces and nephews. Funeral Mass will be at 2 p.m., Oct. 20 at St. Thomas More Catholic Church. Memorial contributions may be sent to St. Thomas More School Adopt a Student, in care of Chapel of the Pines. Leonard Lovinfosse June 20, 1918 - Oct. 10, 2001 Leonard Francis Lovinfosse, 83, started his electronic career when he was serving in the Navy and continued on as lab manager and electronic technician at Foothill Community college. Mr. Lovinfosse moved to Paradise 23 years ago, from Mountain View. He was a member of St. Thomas More Catholic church, Knights of Columbus, Paradise Rod and Gun club, Elks Lodge, SIRS, American Legion and also did volunteer work at the Jesus Center in Chico. He enjoyed being a handyman, working crossword puzzles, playing solitaire, woodworking, staying active in community service and helping at the church. He helped with the electrical wiring on the new Catholic Church being built. He is survived by his wife, Natalie Wright, whom he marriage Dec. 23, 1943, in San Pedro; three daughters, Lee Lovinfosse, Mary Lovinfosse, Leonora Lovinfosse; two sons, Frank Lovinfosse and Michael Lovinfosse; four sisters, Ann Gaffney, Alice Thomas, Cecile Drach and Mildred Swaboda; five grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Funeral mass will be held at 2:30 p.m. Saturday at St. Thomas More Catholic Church. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Thomas More School or the Church fund in care of Chapel of the Pines. Paradise Chapel of the Pines is handling the arrangements. Edward Hagopian Jan. 8, 1922 - Oct. 8, 2001 Edward Hagopian, 79, was a World War II veteran of the Army Air Corps. He marriage his wife, Marian, in 1945. Mr. Hagopian was an accountant for Monsanto Co. for 28 years. He enjoyed golfing and reading. He also enjoyed taking his three-mile walk every morning. Mr. Hagopian belonged to the Paradise Genealogical Society. His wife, Marian Hagopian of Magalia; daughter, Ellen Held of Pennsylvania; son, Gerald Hagopian of Milwaukee, Wis.; brother, Hagop Hagopian of Walnut Creek; four grandchildren; three great grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews, survive him. Memorial contributions may be made to Paradise Genealogical Society or the Veterans of Foreign Wars. There will be no services at his request. Bidwell Chapel is making funeral arrangements. Peggy Leaville March 13, 1927 - Oct. 8, 2001 Peggy Leaville, 74, was employed by Southwest-ern Bell as an operator for 27 years in Amarillo, Texas. She moved to California in 1976, from Amarillo and then to Paradise in 1995 from the Los Angeles area. Her sister, Ruby Riggles of Paradise, survives her. There will be no services at her request. Rose Chapel is handling funeral arrangements. Vicki Brune Sept. 25, 1950 - Oct. 12, 2001 Private family services will be held for Vicki L. Brune, 51, of Paradise. She died Friday October 12, 2001 at a Chico hospital. She was born September 25, 1950 in Oakland, to Evelyn and Arthur Vaughn. She was raised and educated in Castro Valley. After working a short time for PG&E, Mrs. Brune began a 20-year career with ARC (Association for Retarded Children). On Dec. 7, 1996 she marriage Gary Brune. In 1999 the couple moved to Chico and later settled in Paradise. Mrs. Brune enjoyed astronomy and being with her cats. Survivors include her husband, Gary of Paradise and a brother, Sterling Owens of Antioch. Memorial contributions may be made to ARC in care of Newton-Bracewell Cremation & Funeral Service of Magalia. Gilbert Cavazos July 12, 1931 - Oct. 11, 2001 Gilbert F. Cavazos, 70, moved to Paradise 12 years ago from San Jose. Mr. Cavazos attended Pan American University and was one of the first Hispanics allowed to play on the football team. He graduated with a master’s degree from Pepperdine University. Mr. Cavazos was a member of Jubilee on the Ridge Church. As a church elder he went on two missions to Mexico and for the last eleven years, taught marriage classes at the church. He was the regional coordinator for marriage enounters in the Bay Area. In the Berryessa district in the Bay Area, he did most of the landscaping and was the director of the community pool, founder of the East Valley YMCA and director of their Gray Y’s and Indian Guides, founder of the San Jose Little League Farm club, which is still active. While teaching, he was named teacher of the year. He also coached baseball, football, basketball and track and received appreciation awards for his coaching. Mr. Cavazos is survived by his wife, Jospehine Cavazos of Paradise, whom he marriage on Feb. 17, 1955; two sons, Ciro Cavazos of Magalia and Nick Cavazos of Pasadena; three sisters, Elvira Cantu of Edinburg, Texas, Dora Rodrigues of Brownsville, Texas and Aurora Garza of Edinburg, Texas; two grandchildren, Nicolas and Jessica Cavazos of Magalia. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m., Monday, Oct. 15, at the Magalia Community Church. Rose Chapel is handling the arrangements. Betty Wendland Nov. 19, 1922 - Oct. 12, 2001 Betty Jean Wendland, 78, met and marriage Marvin Harold Wend-land in Kla-math Falls, Ore., in 1946. They lived in Klamath Falls before moving to Fairfield and then to Davis, where she worked at the University of California, Davis, bookstore in the Memorial Union, Freeborn Hall. Mr. Wendland and her husband had one child together, Michael Paul Wendland, who passed away in 1990. Mrs. Wendland loved animals, especially her two dogs, Cassie and Candy. She also enjoyed watching the wild animals around her home. She enjoyed reading and visiting with friends, family and new acquaintances. Her husband, Marvin Wendland of Magalia; three grandsons, Douglas, Daniel and David survive her. Graveside services will be held Tuesday, 11 a.m. at Glen Oaks Cemetery for a Celebration of her Life. Visitation will be held Tuesday, Oct. 16, from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. at Bidwell Chapel. Bidwell Chapel is making funeral arrangements. Donna Ayres March 16, 1921 - Oct. 16, 2001 Donna Nadine Ayres, 80, died at her home after a 24-year battle with cancer. She was born at home in Chico to Truman and Ethel Jewett. In 1926 the family moved to Richmond where she attended elementary school and graduated from Richmond High School in 1938. Mrs. Ayres attended beauty college and later opened her own shop called Donna’s Beauty Shop in Richmond. She met her husband, Clyde, while still in high school and they were marriage Nov. 9, 1941. Mr. and Mrs. Ayres moved to Eureka in 1983. Her life was spent as a homemaker, and she was involved in many community activities and organizations. She was a den mother, Brownie leader, life member and past president several times of the PTA in Paradise, a leader of Jobs Daughters, a hard worker for DeMolay and all Masonic youth activities. Mrs. Ayres was a tireless driver for her children and grandchildren, hauling them wherever they needed to go for sports, band, tap dancing and Masonic youth activities. For six years, she even drove an ambulance in the small town of Point Arena, working with her son, daughter-in-law and husband in the family mortuary and ambulance business. She really enjoyed driving the ambulance because she could use the siren and drive down Highway 1 making people get out of her way. She was also involved in the family coin laundry businesses in Eureka, Arcata and McKinleyville. She was a past matron of Camellia Chapter Order of Eastern Star in Eureka and Point Arena Chapter Order of the Eastern Star in Point Arena, Past Noble Grand of Thelma and Centennial Rebecca Lodges of Eureka as well as being a past District Deputy of Rebecca and a member of the Amaranth Lodge of Eureka. Over the last few years, she enjoyed water exercising at the Easter Seal Society pool and the friendships she formed there. She is survived by her husband of almost 60 years, Clyde; son, John of Eureka; daughters, Janis Jones of Antioch, Barbara Ricossa of Cotati; and six grandchildren. Visitation will be at Pierce Mortuary on Wednesday from 2 to 4 p.m. and 7 to 8:30 p.m. Funeral services will be held on Friday, Oct. 19 at Pierce Mortuary in Eureka at 11 a.m. with the Order of Eastern Star and Centennial Rebecca Lodges officiating. Graveside services will be at Chico Cemetery in Chico on Saturday, Oct. 20 at 2 p.m. Pierce Mortuary Chapels, Pierce chapel, Eureka are in charge of arrangements. Gilbert F. Herman May 25, 1936 - Oct. 14, 2001 Gilbert F. Herman, 65, was a member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars, Paradise. Mr. Herman loved fishing and golfing. He also held Golden Gloves in boxing. His wife, Mavis Herman, preceded him in death. He is survived by his daughters, Debbie Herman of Woodland Hills, Debbie Barnes of Paradise and Cheri McConnell of O’Neill, Neb; sons, Rick Herman of Saugus, Robert Herman of Reseda, Robert Barnes Jr., of Orlando Fla., Darrell Copeland Jr., of Fresno and Timothy Copeland of Fresno; sisters, Deloris McCall of Santa Rosa, Eleanor Stepson of Reno, Nev., Carlene Herman and Janette Herman of Clearlake; 18 grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. Mr. Herman will have a private, graveside service. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Paradise. Rose Chapel Mortuary made funeral Arrangements. Olle Sterner Dec. 3, 1904 - Oct. 15, 2001 Olle Sterner, 96, was employed by Signode Steel in Chicago, Ill., and received a mechanical engineering degree in 1943. He was a long-time member of the Evangelical Free Church of Paradise. Mr. Sterner designed the building for Oroville Mission and loved flying and extensive woodworking. He is survived by his wife, Else Ragna Sterner, who he was marriage to for 26 years and his daughter, Joy Ewald of Kettleman. His first wife of 43 years, Ellen Sterner, preceded him in death. Services will be at 1 p.m., Thursday, Oct. 18 at the Evangelical Free Church, 5095 Pentz Rd. Visitation will be Thursday, Oct. 18 from 10 a.m. to 12 noon at Rose chapel. Graveside services will be at Paradise Cemetery at 2:30 p.m., Thursday, Oct. 18. Rose Chapel Mortuary made funeral Arrangements. Bertha Miller Nov. 30, 1907 - Oct. 15, 2001 Bertha Miller, 93, was born in Leuzigen, Switzerland and marriage Robert Miller on March 18, 1926. Mrs. Miller was a floral designer for Fullers Flowers for 10 years. She loved painting pictures with oils. Mr. Miller proceeded her in death. Her sons, Richard B. Miller and John R. Miller of Paradise; sisters, Helen Cargill of Fairfield and Hatie Peet of Burbank; brother, Fred Lauper of Barstow; 2 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren survive her. There are no services planned. Paradise Chapel of the Pines is handling funeral arrangements. Gordon Woodward July 9, 1909 - Oct. 15, 2001 Gordon Brown Woodward, 92, was a great fisherman and covered nearly all the back roads in the Butte county area. Mr. Woodward was a masonry contractor for forty years, and was a member of the Gleaners. His wife, Annabeth proceeded him in death in 1988. His daughters, Pat Wilson and Nancy Overlin of Paradise; son, guy Woodward of Paradise, eleven grandchildren, fifteen great-grandchildren and 1 great great grandson survive him. Frank Sterle Aug. 4, 1915 - Oct. 11, 2001 Frank Sterle, 86, attended the University of California, Los Angeles, and Southwester University Law School before becoming a lawyer. He practiced law for 42 years, setting up practice in Paradise in 1960. He was a member of California State Bar Association. Mr. Sterle enjoyed amateur radio, astronomy and computers. His son, John Sterle of Chico, 2 daughters, Carol Anderson of Harrisonville, Mo., and Sharon Baird of Poulson, Wash.; one sister, Mitz Sterle, of Hibbing, N.M.; 7 grandchildren and 1 great-grandchild, survives him. Graveside services will be on Oct. 16, at the Paradise Cemetery at 2 p.m. Paradise Chapel of the Pines made funeral arrangements. Ruth Wolfe Oct. 31, 1904 - Oct. 13, 2001 Ruth Moore Britzius Wolfe, 96, was born in Faulkton, S.D. to Henry and Lette (Moore) Britzius. Mrs. Wolfe moved to Riverside and later moved to Gilroy. She graduated from Gilroy Union High School and marriage Delbert Charlton Wolfe on May 21, 1924. Mr. and Mrs. Wolfe raised their three children on their ranch near Gilroy. She was the bookkeeper for their water well drilling business as well as for their prune ranch and prune dehydrator business. They enjoyed camping and rock hunting and traveled across the United States in pursuit of these hobbies. Mrs. Wolfe also enjoyed sewing, crocheting, knitting, flower arranging and genealogy, and took great pride in researching and compiling the Britzius and Wolfe family genealogy, tracing the Wolfe family back tot he year 1055 in Great Britain and the Britzius family back to 1737 in Bavaria. She was active in her church and prayer groups. The Wolfe’s retired to Paradise in 1976. She is survived by her husband of 77 years, Delbert C. Wolfe of Riverside, son, Denton Wolfe of Gridley; daughters Gwen Thomas of Bainbridge Island, Wash., and Doris Thompson of Paradise; 6 grandchildren, twelve great-grandchildren and 5 great great grandchildren. 3 brothers, Milton, Wesley and John Britzius, and her grandson, James Thompson, preceded her in death. Viewing will be held on Friday, 2 p.m. at Habing Family Funeral Home, Gilroy. Graveside services will be at 3 p.m. on Friday at Gavilan Hills Memorial park, Gilroy. Juanita Bridgeman Nov. 5, 1925 - Oct. 18, 2001 Juanita Lena Bridgeman, worked in a doughnut shop where she met and later marriage her husband of 54 years, Francis L. Bridgeman. Mrs. Bridgeman enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren and anyone who would listen to her brag about them and her family. She was loved and will be dearly missed. Mrs. Bridgeman’s husband preceded her in death in 1993, one son, John L. Bridgeman, 1 granddaughter, Peggy Lee Delsigne Bridgement and her dog, Teddy. She is survived by 2 sons, Ralph Lee and Arnold L., both of Redding; 2 daughters, Mary L. Bridgeman and Michele L. Wemmer of Paradise; twelve grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren. A graveside service for Mrs. Bridgeman will be held Thurs., Oct. 18 at 1 p.m. at Willows Cemetery. Memorial contributions can be made to Pleasant Valley Baptist church of Chico. Dorothy Mann March 9, 1930 - Oct. 15, 2001 Dorothy Marie Mann, 71, attended Ozwakie High School, Ozwakie, Kan., and graduated valedictorian. She was a member of American Legion Auxiliary, attended church faithfully, taught Sunday school and played gospel music. She enjoyed gardening, cooking, playing the piano, reading and her family. She is survived by 2 sons, Gregory Charles Mann of Lewiston, Idaho and Michael John Mann of Lakeport; 2 daughters, Rayma Lee Harris of Magalia and colleen Elizabeth Stein of Paradise; brother, Sam Charles Bigham; sister, donna Stephens of Oskaloosa, Kan.; 8 grandchildren and thirteen great-grandchildren. Graveside services will be held at 10 a.m., Friday, Oct. 19, at Magalia Cemetery. Paradise Chapel of the Pines is handling the arrangements. Gordon Woodward July 9, 1909 - Oct. 15, 2001 Gordon Brown Woodward, 92, was a great fisherman and covered nearly all the back roads in the Butte County area. Mr. Woodward was a masonry contractor for forty years, and was a member of the Gleaners. His wife, Annabeth proceeded him in death in 1988. His daughters, Pat Wilson and Nancy Overlin of Paradise; son, Guy Woodward of Paradise, eleven grandchildren, 15 great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandson survive him. Memorial services were held Oct. 19 at the Chapel of the Pines Mortuary. Funeral arrangements were made by Paradise Chapel of the Pines. Morton Whitt Feb. 1, 1941 - Oct. 15, 2001 Morton Jess Whitt, 60, served in the United States Navy from 1958 until 1962. He marriage Leona Kay Shimborski on Dec. 20, 1989 in Oroville. Mr. Whitt was the superintendent of the Department of Water Resources for 35 years for the state of California. He loved golfing, fishing and reading. He is survived by his wife, Leona of Paradise; stepdaughters, Leslie Nadine Smith of Bakersfield and Lori Smith of Nipomo; stepson, Samuel Smith of Clovis; brother, William Whitt of Coraopolis, Pa.; sisters, Myrna Whitt of Florida and Gail Moss of Ohio, and six grandchildren. A private family service is planned. Chapel of the Pines is handling the arrangements. Norma Barnard Jan. 28, 1926 - Oct. 14, 2001 Norma Rhue Barnard, 75, graduated from Chico High School, class of 1943. She marriage Leo H. Barnard in 1943 who preceded her in death. Mrs. Barnard owned Barnard’s Garden Center in Tracy and Paradise Iris Garden. She was a member of the American Iris Society, the Leo T. Clark Iris Society and CWF. Mrs. Barnard received numerous iris awards and state fair baker awards. Her sons, Dr. Leo Allen Barnard of San Lorenzo and David Lee Barnard of Grass Valley; daughters Sheryl Leah Osborn of Magalia and Diana Rhue Sereoni of Chico; seven grandchildren and six great-grandchildren survive her. Memorial contributions can be made to Paradise Hospice, the American Cancer Society and the University of California, Davis Cancer Center. A memorial Celebration of Life will be held at 11 a.m., Saturday, Oct. 20, at 868 Buschmann Road. Bidwell Chapel made funeral arrangements. Joseph Messina Sept. 8, 1916 - Sept. 30, 2001 Joseph L. Messina Sr., 85, was born in Lawrence, Mass. Joseph Messina worked for Aerospace for over 20 years. He marriage Wilma Deemer in Las Vegas on July 24, 1971. Mr. Messina as a member of St. Thomas More Catholic church. He is survived by his wife, Wilma Messina of Magalia; three sons, Joseph, Raymond and Ronald Messina; three daughters, Evelyn Locke, Sandra Brandi and Frances Thompson; nineteen grandchildren and numerous great-grandchildren. A Catholic vigil service will be held at 7 p.m., Tuesday, Oct. 2, at the Chapel of the Pines Funeral Home. Graveside services will be held at Glen Oaks, Thursday, Oct. 4., 2 p.m. Rev. Brendan McKeefry will officiate. Paradise Chapel of the Pines is handling the funeral. Marie Poling Jan. 23, 1923 - Sept. 27, 2001 Marie Dorothy “Dottie” Poling, 78, was an active member of the Women of the Elks Lodge in Paradise. She enjoyed playing the piano and dancing. Mrs. Pling was marriage for 28 years to Willard “Bill” Poling, who died in 1998. She previously lived in the East Bay area since birth, then relocated to Magalia for 20 years. She lived her last three years of life in Durango, Colo. She is survived by her two sons, Michael Chaulklin of Coulterville and Joseph Chaulklin of Durango, Colo. One daughter, Marie Polig of Ignacio, Colo.; one stepson, Rick Poling of Castro Valley, eight grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Visitation will be Thursday, Oct 4, 8 a.m. till 10 a.m. at the Chapel of the Pines. Graveside services will be held at 11 a.m., Thursday, Oct. 4, at Magalia Cemetery. Teresa Haynes Aug. 23, 1921 - Sept. 29, 2001 Teresa “Terry” Ann Haynes, 80, was an active hospice volunteer and an active pinochle club member. Mrs. Haynes was a world traveler, loved the movies and knitting. She also loved to spoil her grandchildren and was said to have never known a stranger. Mrs. Haynes parents, Joseph and Teresa McCarthy are both deceased. Her husbands, Howard Edwin Collins and John P. Haynes, preceded her in death. A son, Joseph Collins and a brother, Frank McCarthy also preceded her in death. She is survived by her sons, Daniel Collins of Idaho and Thomas Collins of Minnesota; daughters, Peggy Berry of Magalia and Linda Rintoul, of Gilroy; brothers, Tim McCarthy and Joe McCarthy, both of California; and sister, Catherine Heinbockel of California. Services will be held at 11 a.m., Thursday, Oct. 4, at the East Valley Church, 2827 Flint Ave., San Jose. Memorial contributions may be made to the charity of your choice. Rose Chapel Mortuary is making funeral arrangements. Arlene Rose Jan. 31, 1922 - Sept. 21, 2001 Arlene M. Rose, 79, moved to Paradise in 1991 from Pleasant Hill. Mrs. Rose worked in the Richmond defense plant during World War II. She also spent time working at a Chinese dry cleaner and as a waitress. Her husband, Russ Rose, preceded her in death in 1993. She is survived by her son, Allen Evans of Paradise; brothers, Eugene Ziehl of St. Cloud, Minn. and Donald Ziehl of Oxnard; sister, Marge Weis of St. Cloud, Minn., four grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. There will be no services at her request. Rose Chapel is handling the arrangements. Gladys Marti Dec. 4, 1924 - Sept. 30, 2001 Gladys Harriet Marti, 76, graduated from Proctor High School, in Proctor Minn. Mrs. Marti marriage Robert Marti on March 31, 1951, in San Leandro. She and Robert enjoyed 10 different cruises. Their last cruise was on their 50th wedding anniversary. They flew to Costa Rica and spent their anniversary on the island of Aruba. Mrs. Marti was a member of the Paradise Elks Auxiliary. Her husband, Robert of Magalia; three daughters, Barbara Bayog of San Jose, Linda Wilson of Hollister and Nancy Roberts of Gilroy; one brother, Robert Helmer of Duluth, Minn., one sister, Genieve Root of Brentwood and four grandchildren survive her. Services were held yesterday at the Old Magalia Commun-ity Church. Paradise Chapel of the Pines is handling the arrangements. John Fontenot April 6, 1943 - Sept. 30, 2001 John B. “Jack” Fontenot, 58, moved from Clearlake to Paradise in 1991. Mr. Fontenot was marriage to Joy Beeson on Aug. 5, 1995, in Reno, Nev. He worked as a tool and die machinist and was a member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles, Machinists Union, Electrician’s Union and bartender. He loved life and was crazy about classic cars. Mr. Fontenot enjoyed golf and all other sports but loved football, especially the 49er’s. He treasured his family and his many friends. His wife, Joy Fontenot of Paradise; daughter, Danielle Fontenot and son, John B. Fontenot III, both of Chicago, survive him. No services are planned. Cremation will take place at the Chapel of the Pines Mortuary and inurnment will be private. Anna Waymeyer Dec. 21, 1922 - Sept. 27, 2001 Anna Singleton Waymeyer, 78, died from Lou Gehrig’s disease (ALS). The disease became evident after she lost her speech following a back surgery in the autumn of 1999. Mrs. Waymeyer lived a simple life through her grade-school years; walking to a one-room schoolhouse and living out on a country road with no electricity or indoor plumbing. Mrs. Waymeyer graduated with high grades from Bel Air High School and later from National College for Christian Workers in Kansas City, Mo. Her early working career includes several years as a small telephone switchboard operator and Edgewood Arsenal during World War II. Mrs. Waymeyer’s 50-year marriage to Walter K. Waymeyer began in Las Cruces, N.M., where the superintendent of the local school system employed her, and Mr. Waymeyer was a lieutenant in the army. Ann was her daughter’s Brownie and Girl Scout leader in Venice in the ’60s. She was a proficient artist in oils and as a florist as she did the flowers for many weddings. Mr. and Mrs. Waymeyer lived in Southern California through most of their marriage lives, moving to Paradise in 1995. She was active in her local churches: Forest Hill, Md.; Ithaca, N.Y.; Las Cruces, N.M.; Santa Monica, Huntington Beach, Claremont and Paradise United Methodist Church in Paradise. She was a sister in the TL Chapter of PEO. Mrs. Waymeyer is survived by her husband, Walt Waymeyer of Paradise; daughter, Joyce Waymeyer of Houston, Texas; son, Ken Waymeyer of Orange and two sisters, Naomi George of Eustis, Fla. and Elizabeth Hamilton of Forest Hill, Md. A memorial service will be held at the Paradise United Methodist Church on Saturday, Oct. 13, at 4 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Endowment Fund of the Paradise United Methodist Church. Hazel Murray Sept. 11, 1921 - Sept. 28, 2001 Hazel Irene Murray was born in Tom, Okla., and passed away at her daughter’s home in Rocklin. Mrs. Murray worked for the Paradise Unified School District for many years. She was a Paradise resident for the past 26 years. Mrs. Murray was a member of the Eastern Star, Rebekah Lodge, and Past Mother Advisor of Rainbow. She loved to cook, garden, gamble and play Yahtzee. Her daughters, Brenda Cockerham of Groveland and Bobby Kay Pointer of Rocklin; granddaughters, Kathleen White of Modesto; Sherry Arndt of Oakdale; grandsons, David Massey, of Groveland; Jon Robert Pointer of Lincoln, Sean Murray Pointer of Loomis; and nine great-grandchildren survive her. Friends are welcome to attend a viewing, Thurs. Oct. 4, from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. at Rose Chapel. Graveside services at 1 p.m. in Paradise Cemetery. Donations preferred to your local hospice. Arrangements by Chapel of the Valley, Roseville. James Howe June 4, 1924 - Oct. 1, 2001 James B. Howe, 77, was a resident of Paradise for twenty-seven years. Mr. Howe served in the military from 1942 to 1944 and was a member of the Disabled American Veterans in Paradise. He marriage Lois Meeks, Dec. 27, 1973, at the First Baptist Church in Reno, Nev., and worked for Peabody Coal Company, drilling and shooting. He was their foreman for 27 years before retiring. Mr. Howe was a member of the National Rifle Association and was a Disabled American Veteran and member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars. Mr. Howe was a lifelong miner of gold, uranium and coal. He loved fishing, hunting and reloading. His wife, Lois Howe of Paradise; sons, Richard Howe of Paradise and Leslie Howe of Ill.; daughter, Annette Arnold of Reno Nev.; nine grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren survive him. Memorial services will be held at 11 a.m., Fri, Oct. 5, at the Calvary Baptist church. Janice Randall Jan. 6, 1950 - Oct. 2, 2001 Janice Marie Randall, age 51, owned and operated B.J.’s Place Antiques and Collectibles in Paradise for the last six years. Mrs. Randall belonged to the newly formed “Sassy Dames Society” in Paradise and the Paradise Church of Religious Science. She enjoyed going to garage and estate sales looking for antiques and collectibles. Mrs. Randall is survived by her husband Carl J. Randall of Paradise, whom she marriage on May 8, 1971; son, Mark Randall of Redondo Beach, sister, Irene Conklin of Paradise; mother, Eilene Hazlehurst of Paradise and daughter-in-law, Jennifer Randall of Redondo Beach. Visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m., Friday, Oct. 5, at Rose Chapel Mortuary. Services will be held noon, Saturday, Oct. 6, at Rose Chapel Mortuary. Contributions may be made to Paradise Hospice and Homecare. Rose Chapel will be handling the arrangements. Kimberly Moore Dec. 2, 1954 - Oct. 3, 2001 Kimberly “K.T.” Moore graduated Paradise High School and Califor-nia State University, Chico. He was an insurance agent and a CPA. He is survived by his parents, Terance O. and Marjorie J. Moore of Paradise; wife, Pamela Patterson Moore of Penn Valley; children, Lance J. Moore of Magalia, Stephen T. Moore of Chico, Benjamin J. Moore of Paradise and Kimberly Ann Moore of Magalia. He is also survived by stepchildren, Rosa K. Anderson of Davis, Emily I. Scism of Paradise and Woodrow E. Anderson, US Navy Goose Creek, N.C.; brothers, William M. Moore of Albany and Roddy R. Moore of Paradise; sisters, Melody M. Dawley of Sparks, Nev. and Shawn K. Moore of Rocklin; grandchildren, Amber, Taylore, Makayla and Caleb. Five nephews and two nieces also survive him. Services will be held at 1 p.m., Tuesday, Oct. 9, at the Christian and Missionary Alliance Church in Paradise. Private Interment at Paradise Cemetery. Arrangements made by North Sacramento Funeral Home. Donations can be made in his name to the CMA Church of Paradise. Rose Flores June 2, 1912 - Oct. 3, 2001 Rose Flores, 89, was born in Marble-head, Mass., to Thomas and Jeanne Mayran. She was marriage to William Leach who preceded her in death in 1968, and Manual Flores who also preceded her in death in 1987. Mrs. Flores was a homemaker, and a factory worker in the shipyards in World War II. She was also a member of the Gleeners and Beatitudes. Mrs. Flores enjoyed reading and family gatherings. She was part of a group that went to convalescent hospitals and senior centers and sang and played musical instruments. She was very active in her community. Her daughter, Jean Jacobson of Paradise; ten grandchildren, numerous great- and great great grandchildren survive her. Eva Lightfoot Nov. 29, 1932 - Oct. 5, 2001 A memorial service took place for Eva “Maxine” Lightfoot, 68, of Paradise 2 p.m. Monday, Oct. 8, at Grace Brethren Church in Chico. She died Friday Oct. 5, 2001, at a Chico hospital. She was born Nov. 29, 1932, in Wakenda, Mo., to Maude and Bert Stanley. She was raised in Missouri, and in 1950 she moved to Eureka where she worked for Pacific Bell. On July 7, 1951 she marriage Larry Lightfoot. In 1978 the couple moved to Chico where Maxine co-owned and operated Deep Steam Cleaners. She was a member of Bible Study Fellowship and for many years served as a greeter at Neighborhood Church. Survivors include her husband, Larry of Paradise; four sons, Stephen of Paradise, Charles of Stirling City, Brent of Chico and Vince of Santa Clara; a brother, Lee Stanley of Eureka; a sister, June Bryant of Eureka and three grandchildren. A graveside service took place 11 a.m. yesterday at Paradise Cemetery. Newton-Bracewell Chico Funeral Home is handling the arrangements. Memorial contributions may be made to the Gideons International Memorial Bible Program in care of the funeral home. Marie Underwood June 25, 1902 - Sept. 26, 2001 Marie Underwood, 99, was a resident of Paradise for 40 years. Mrs. Underwood worked for Westing-house Electric as a home economic representative and was also involved in television advertisements for over 17 years. Her husband, John Underwood, preceded her in death in the 1950s. One brother, Richard Undersood of Grass Valley, and two nieces and two nephews survive her. There will be no services at her request. Chapel of the Pines is handling the arrangements. Florentino Afuan Jan. 5, 1915 - Oct. 2, 2001 Florentino L. Afuan, 86, moved to Hawaii in 1955 from the Philippines, to California in 1962 and to Paradise in 1998. He was educated at the University of the Philippines and served as a scout during World War II for the United States. Prior to moving to the United States, he was a dentist in the Philippines. He worked as a farm laborer in the United States, and was involved with the Farmers Club in Meca, Calif., and St. Thomas More Church. He was preceded in death by three brothers, and a daughter, Elinda A. Kianno. A brother, John Apuan of Long Beach; two sisters, Ora Cajigal of Torrance and Maria Buntrock of North Tustin; three grandchildren, Yvonne of Hawaii, James of Hawaii and Justin of Culver City; and one great grandchild survive him. Visitation was held Oct. 6 at Rose Chapel. William Fink Jan. 8, 1944 - Oct. 8, 2001 William “Bill” Townley Fink, 57, served in the United States Navy from 1961 to 1963 serving aboard the U.S.S. Sproston, DD577 and a destroyer in the Pineapple Fleet. Mr. Fink was a whale boat operator and certified life guardsman. He marriage Toni Allyn Sommerville in December 1964 in Merced County. He worked 21 years with the Sheet Metal Workers International in southern and northern California, and also was a self-employed plumbing contractor. Mr. Fink owned P.D.Q. Plumbing and Rooter Service and Feather River Plumbing. Mr. Fink enjoyed fishing, boating, water sports, hunting, motorcycle and auto racing. He enjoyed mechanical tinkering, softball and California history. He was a member of E Clampus Vitus Pair-O-Dice Chapter 7-11 for 18 years. He belonged to S.E.A.R.C.H. and spent many hours tracking trails and tribulations of California miners and pioneers. He is survived by his wife of 37 years, Toni Allyn Fink of Paradise; mother, H. Jane Miller of Paradise; daughters, Robin M. Flowers of Modesto and Danielle Darling of Palm Springs; grandaughters, Tayna Darling of Palm Springs and Nina Marie Flowers of Modesto; grandsons, Christopher and Mathew Darling of Palm Springs and Derec Flowers; and many dear friends and loved ones. Funeral services will be held at Calvary Chapel at 10 a.m., Saturday, Oct. 12, 14388 Dogtown Rd., Magalia. His Burial will be at Paradise Cemetery. E Clampus Vitus Honor Guard and Devil Mountain Brigade will conduct and a bagpiper will play Amazing Grace at the Graveside. Paradise Chapel of the Pines will be handling the arrangements. William Fink Jan. 8, 1944 - Oct. 8, 2001 William “Willie” T. Fink, born Jan. 8, 1944 in Atlanta, Ga., resided in California from 1944 until 1961. He joined the U.S. Navy, serving 3–1/2 years aboard USS Sproston, DD577, a destroyer in the Pineapple Fleet, based in Pearl Harbor. He was BM/SN as a motor whaleboat operator and was a certified life guardsman. After discharge he marriage Toni Allyn Sommerville in December 1964, in Merced County. He worked 21 years with the Sheet Metal Workers International in southern and northern California. He worked as a self-employed plumbing contractor, owner operator of P.D.Q. Plumbing and Rooter Service and Feather River Plumbing and Mechanical in Paradise. He was also a certified plumbing inspector serving as an industry expert for the California State Contractors License Board. He was an I.C.B.O. certified inspector and I.A.P.M.O. inspector. Mr. Fink served as a charter member of the Paradise Contractors Board of Appeals and the Handicapped access board. Mr. Fink enjoyed hunting, fishing, boating, water sports, motorcycle and auto racing, off roading and four wheeling. He loved mechanical tinkering and softball. Mr. Fink was a captain and member of E Clampus Vitus , Pair-O-Dice chapter 7-11 for the past 18 years. He was a XNGH and Clamp patriarch for that chapter. Mr. Fink’s passion was truly for California history; he belonged to an organization called S.E.A.R.C.H. and spent many enjoyable hours tracing the trails, trials and tribulations of the California miners and pioneers. He is survived by his wife of 37 years, Toni Allyn Fink of Paradise; their daughter, Robin Flowers and son-in-law, Kevin Flowers; grandson, Derec Flowers and granddaughter, Nina Flowers of Modesto; daughter Danielle Darling; granddaughter, Tonya Darling and grandsons, Christopher and Matthew Darling of Palm Springs.; mother, H. Jane Miller of Paradise; and many dear friends and loved ones. Funeral services will be held at Calvary Chapel at 10 a.m. today. Paradise Chapel of the Pines will be handling the arrangements. Virginia Knight Oct. 13, 1948 - Oct. 8, 2001 Virginia (Jeni) Gail Knight, 52, lived in Butte County a good part of her life. She also lived in Red Bluff for 15 years before moving to Paradise 10 years ago. Ms. Knight attended Butte College and graduated with honors in May, 2001 with an associate’s degree in social and behavioral science and a 3.5 GPA. Her goal was to complete the alcohol and drug studies program at Butte College. She wanted to be a counselor for children and was certified in massage therapy. Costco employed Ms. Knight for seven years. She loved the outdoors, particularly the ocean. Ms. Knight loved animals and worked at Valley Vet in Red Bluff for several years. She was a very vibrant and caring woman and would have done anything for anyone, and she was loved by all who knew her, according to her family. Ms. Knight is survived by her son, Jim Mooney of Chico; daughters, Nicole Goins of Paradise and Christine Ziegler of Salem, Ore.; brother, John Cummings of Red Bluff and sister, Sue Aust of Chico. Eight grandchildren also survive Ms. Knight. Memorial contributions may be made to Valley Ridge Hospice, Paradise in Care of Sorensen’s Affordable Mortuary. The scattering of her cremated remains will take place Saturday, at Fort Bragg. A Celebration of Life will be held next Monday, at 1 p.m. at 5836 McClain. Thomas Vaughn April 10, 1955 - Oct. 5, 2001 Thomas Howard Vaughn, 46, was born in Castro Valley, to Howard and Patsy Velliquette. Mr. Vaughn was a mechanic at Thomas Hydraulic for five years. He is survived by his wife, Jan Vaughn of Paradise; his father, Howard Velliquette of Magalia; two sisters, Vicki Victoria Garner of Sadena, Ariz., and Bami Morgan of Peoria, Ariz; one brother, Scott Velliquette of Magalia. Memorial services will be held Nov. 10 at 11 a.m. with a reception at 12 p.m. at the Calvary Baptist Church on Nunneley and Clark Rd. Memorial contributions may be made to Calvary Baptist Church in Paradise. Chapel of the Pines is handling the arrangements. Grover McRae Aug. 3, 1941 - Oct. 8, 2001 Grover “Mac” Harrison McRae, 60, was born in Wood River, Neb. He was raised and educated in Nebraska and Kansas, and moved to California in the early 1960s. On Feb. 14, 1964, he marriage Renee Chabot in Baldwin Park. They moved to Paradise in 1965. Mr. McRae was a foreman for Pacific Gas & Electric Company for whom he worked for 29 years. His last job, which he loved, was camp host at Big Bend. He enjoyed fishing, going to Gold Country Casino and was an active member of Alcoholics Anonymous. He is survived by his wife Renee of Paradise; his father, Orval Reed of Anderson,; three daughters, Brenda Firkus of St. Charles, Mo., Diane “Dee Dee” Coakley of Chico and Debora McRae of Paradise; and nine grandchildren. A Celebration of Life will be held for Mr. McRae at 12:30 p.m., Saturday, at the Old Magalia Community Church in Magalia. Inurnment will be held at Skyway Memorial Park, Magalia. Memorial donations may be made to the Enloe Hospice in care of Newton-Bracewell Cremation and Funeral Services of Magalia, which are in charge of arrangements. David Joe Kincheloe Nov. 12, 1953 - Sept. 14, 2001 A memorial service for David Joe Kincheloe will be held at the Brusie Funderal Home on Friday, Sept. 21, at 10:30 a.m. Mr. Kincheloe, 47, died on Sept. 14 of a heart attack at his home in Chico. He was employed at the Paradise Post for the past ten years, after moving to Chico. He was born in Lexington, Neb., on Nov. 12, 1953. He resided there until he moved with his family to Huntington Beach in 1960. Survivors include four children; Ivory, Amanda, Summer and Tony, all of Chico; his mother, Joyce Stewart of Chico; father, Gerald Kincheloe of Lexington, Neb; and a sister, Coralee Seitz of Berthoud, Colo. Two brothers, Steven and James, preceded him in death. Oleva Hull Jan. 27, 1906 - Sept. 16, 2001 Oleva E. Hull, 95, died in her family home in Magalia of natural causes. She was born in Unionville, Mo., to Henry and Lillian Abel. Mrs. Hull was instrumental in starting the Senior Center in Manteca, and was volunteer of the year from 1989 to 1990. She was a volunteer at the center for 20 years, and loved to play bingo. Mrs. Hull’s husband, Everett, predeceased her. She is survived by her son, T. Robert Hopkins of Ocala, Fla.; niece, Norma Pruis of Magalia; 3 grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. There will be no services at her request. Paradise Chapel of the Pines handled a private family inurnment. Steven McCleery Nov. 25, 1942 - Sept. 16, 2001 Steven Raymond McCleery, 58, was born and grew up in Spanish Fork, Utah, and came to California in 1987 settling in Orange County. He worked with the military on the Stealth bomber and won numerous awards for his inventions and service. He was a volunteer for the San Diego Sheriff Reserve and the Encinitas Fire Dept. Reserve. He was in Scouting for 45 years serving as Cub Master and having won the Silver Beaver Award in 1984 and the District Merit award. He was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and served as executive secretary and financial clerk to the church and as a State Missionary in Colorado. He marriage Elsie Nielson on Nov. 9, 1963. In 1994, he retired and moved to Paradise Pines. Mr. McCleery enjoyed being with his family and attending the amusement park, sketching, woodworking, leatherwork, and photography. He liked to sing and volunteer his services to the church. He also liked to hunt big game and collect airplanes. He is survived by his wife, Elsie McCleery, of Johnstown, Colo.; his mother, Louise L. McCleery of Johnstown, Colo; son, Brian McCleery of Anaheim; daughters Angela Miller of Mead, Colo., Deborah McCleery-Getic of Paradise, Candace McCleery of Oroville, Teresa Morris of Livermore; brother, Ronald McCleery of Magna Utah; sisters, Fran Fish of Sandy, Utah, Shauna Shiflett of Salt Lake City, Utah, four grandchildren and many nieces, nephews and cousins. A funeral service will be held at 3 p.m., Thursday, Sept. 20 at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Paradise 3rd Ward. Visitation one hour prior to the service at 2 p.m. in the Relief Society room. Arrangements made under the direction of Sorensen’s Affordable Mortuaries. Albert Cookson May 26, 1905 - Sept. 15, 2001 Albert Cookson, 96, moved from San Francisco to Magalia in 1978. He was born in Springfield, Mass. He loved working with woodcrafts in his younger years, and attended Sporthaven everyday and loved working out. Mr. Cookson was a warehouseman for Safeway for 10 years. His wife Helen Cookson preceded him in death in May of 1988. Three daughters, Patricia Cookson of Magalia; Helen Carol of Georgia; Shirley Garrison of Indiana; son, Albert Cookson of Oregon; sister, Lily Placestead of San Diego; nine grandchildren and several great-grandchildren survive him. There will be no services at his request. Paradise Chapel of the Pines will be handling the funeral arrangements. Harvey Green Sept. 21, 1909 - Sept. 14, 2001 Harvey Green was born in Fargo, N.D. He worked for Lockheed Aircraft for thirty-three years as the project coordinator. Mr. Green was a member of the Army Presidio Unit of Monterey, and retired from missile space division of Sunnyvale. He was a member of the Paradise Real Estate Association for many years, an avid reader, and loved boating and traveling. He loved his family time. His wife survives him, Vera Mae Green; daughters, Anna Mary Yoder of Paradise; and Karen Porter of Magalia. A graveside service will be held at Paradise Cemetery on Thursday, Sept. 20, at 2 p.m. Dorothy White April 6, 1923 - Sept. 17, 2001 Dorothy E. White, 77, was born in Pittsburg, Kan. She worked as a clerk at McClellan Air Force Base during World War II. Mrs. White was marriage to Jesse W. White on Jan. 11, 1944, in Marfa, Texas, and was a homemaker for her husband and daughter for 33 years. She was a resident of Paradise for fourteen years. Mrs. White loved painting and ceramics, growing roses and enjoyed her church life. She was a member of Rebekahs in Paradise, Eastern Star in Antelope, and a 60-year member of Grange No. 161. She is survived by daughter, Shirley J. Kendall of Chico; son-in-law, Lewis C. Kendall; brother and sister-in-law, Eugene and Ireta Black of Rio Linda; granddaughters, Debra L. Stonebraker and Rebecca E. Hubbell, both of Chico; three great-grandchildren; three nieces and one great-nephew. In lieu of flowers, donations for the American Heart Association or American Cancer Society. A memorial service will be held on Sept. 22 at 10 a.m. at the first Christian Church in Paradise Post Inc. Paradise Chapel of the Pines Funeral Home. Deborah Collins June 27, 1970 - Sept. 17, 2001 Deborah Anne Collins, 31, was a certified nurse practitioner at Heritage Convalescent home in Paradise. Ms. Collins attended St. Hedwigs in Los Alamitos as a child and developed an amazing love of God throughout her life. She was a girl with a tremendous zest for life. Ms. Collins had a deep, sincere love of her family and took trips to Lake Almanor to be with her cousins, nieces and nephews, which were of high priority to her. She loved children and dreamed of being a preschool or kindergarten teacher. She was a member at St. Thomas More Catholic Church. Her brother, Robert Collins, preceded her in death. Her mother and father, Yvonne and William Collins; brothers, William Collins Jr., Steven Collins, Donald Collins and identical twin-sister Kimberly Collins survive her. Services were held Friday, at St. Thomas More Church. Contributions may be made to Paradise Hospice or American Cancer Society. Joseph Phippen Nov. 1, 1903 - Sept. 22, 2001 Joseph S. Phippen attended school in Palo Alto, and later worked at Stanford University in the athletic department. Mr. Phippen served in the Army Air Forces in World War II and was stationed in Italy. He was marriage for 53 years to his childhood sweetheart, Harriet, who proceeded him in death in 1997. He was a lifetime member of the Palo Alto Elks Club. Mr. and Mrs. Phippen moved to Paradise from Palo Alto in 1989 after many travels. He was an avid outdoorsman and sports fan. A daughter, Jeanne Stenglein; grandson, Lance Feeley and great-grandson, Trevor Feeley, all of Magalia, survive him. Bernice Learned Jan. 19, 1918 - Sept. 12, 2001 Bernice Brown Learned, 83, was a homemaker and raised five sons. She was born Bernice Evelyn Brown in Jackson. She lived in Jackson until age 12, when her father passed away and her mother moved them to Sacramento. Mrs. Learned and her husband, Vincent, retired to Palomar Mountain before settling in Paradise in 1989. In recent years she and Vincent worked on family history, with Vince tracing her family line back to the Mayflower. This last June, she and her husband celebrated their 63rd wedding anniversary. Her son, Dean Charles of Bodega Bay, precedes her in death. Mrs. Learned is survived by husband, Vincent Roy Learned, of Chico; sons, Daryl Vincent of Potsville, Pa., and Quito, Ecuador; Craig Edwin of Houston, Texas; Kent Brudeen of Springwood, NSW, Australia; and Bruce Roy of Pagosa Springs, Colo.; 10 grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. A memorial service will be held Monday, Oct. 1, at 2 p.m., Church of Religious Science, 789 Bille Rd. Rose Chapel of Paradise is handling the arrangements. Burial will be at the Oakmound Cemetery at Healdsburg, Calif. Cleo Kenyon Oct. 11, 1934 - Sept. 23, 2001 Cleo “Midge” Kenyon, 66, graduated high school in Roseburg, Ore., and was attending California State University, Chico. Mrs. Kenyon was a member of the Computer Using Educators, and directed seminars for that group. She wrote grants for Gateway and Paradise Unified School Districts for technology. Mrs. Kenyon was also a member of the Phi Delta Kappa International and the Church of the Nazarene in Redding. She loved reading and educating children. Her husband, Jack, preceded her in death in 1984. She is survived by her son, Scott Kenyon, of Anderson; son and daughter-in-law, Bryan and Kathy Kenyon, of Shasta Lake; brother, Jim Lewis, of Tiller, Ore.; and seven grandchildren. Services will be held Sept. 29, at the Church of the Nazarene at 2 p.m. in Redding Calif. Funeral arrangements are being made by Bateman Funeral Home, Newport, Ore. Grace McEntee Sept. 15, 1923 - Sept. 19, 2001 Grace E. McEntee, 78, along with her mother and brothers, were immigrants from London, England. Miss McEntee was the first generation born in New York, where she was raised. Miss McEntee attended the University of Miami and received her bachelor of arts in education. She taught in the public schools in Miami and moved to Santa Fe, N.M. She received her master’s degree as a reading specialist from the University of Arizona. Miss McEntee went back to England to study Montessori Education. Upon her return to the United States, she founded Escuela Montessori De Santa Fe in 1964. She further founded the International Association of Progressive Montessorians for the training of Montessori teachers. She was an active member of the St. Germain Foundation in Santa Fe and remained a devoted member of the I AM Activity throughout her lifetime. It was Miss McEntee’s purpose to break the bounds of traditional education, which she achieved by continuing to train teachers, and founded the Grace Schools of Montessori in Southern California. She developed a phonetic reading program, which is still used throughout Montessori education today. She is survived by nieces and nephews, Pamela Crisman, Fred Irvine, Janice Irvine from Southern Calif., and Susan Frederics, Joyce Irvine from Washington state. Services will be held at 11 a.m., Friday, Sept. 28, at the Chapel of the Pines Mortuary. Contributions may be made to the St. Germain Foundation, I Am Activity in Paradise. Paradise Chapel of the Pines will be handing the Funeral. Mark Gray Jan. 16, 1923 - Sept. 25, 2001 Mark O. Gray, 78, served in the Army Air Forces from Jan. 1943, to Nov. 1945. Mr. Gray served in the China-Burma Campaign, 317th Fighter Control Squadron, Chung T, China, as the Flying Tigers were disbanding. He was raised and attended schools in the Berkeley School District. Mr. Gray worked for D.H. McCorkle Co. in Berkeley for 25 years. He transferred to West Plains, Mo., in 1970 as production manager of a new electronics division with Eaton Corporation. He retired in June of 1976 and returned to California in 1978 and settled in Magalia. Mr. Gray was a very creative person and was a machinist by trade. He enjoyed the challenge of making items or making existing items better. He loved woodworking and metalworking. He also enjoyed gardening, hunting, fishing and camping. Mr. Gray is survived by his wife of 59 years, Marjorie Gray of Magalia; three sons; Gary Gray of Martinez; Mark Gray of Benicia, and Scott Gray of Paradise. Two sisters also survive him, Olive Sheehan of El Cerrito and Verna Popjoy of Magalia; six grandchildren and one great-grandchild. At his request, no services will be held. A private family celebration of life will take place at a later date. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the American Cancer Society or to a charity of your choice. Funeral arrangements handled by the Neptune Society of Northern California. James Feiler March 9, 1954 - Sept. 23, 2001 James Feiler, 47, of Oroville was born in Teaneck, N.J. Mr. Feiler was an Air Force “brat,” living in France, Alaska and many other states. He worked on the Alaskan pipeline in the ’70s and for the last 20 years he worked for Beta Technology in Santa Cruz as manager of the Technical Support Department. An avid football fan, he particularly enjoyed the Oakland Raiders. He had a great sense of humor and loved buying gifts for his family, of whom he was very proud. His father, David and brother, Barry, preceded him in death. He is survived by his wife, Jamie of Oroville; two sons, Buck and Cody, both of Cameron Park; his mother and stepfather, Judy and Dale Holmes of Magalia; two brothers, Geoffrey of Alaska and Philip of Maryland, and his dogs, PeeWee and Bailey. Memorial contributions may be made in his name in care of First Christian church. Memorial services will be held for Mr. Feiler on Sept. 28, 2 p.m. at the First Christian Church on Pentz and Pearson roads. Arrangements are under the direction of Newton-Bracewell Chico Funeral Home. Lawrence Wolff Jan. 23, 1921 - Sept. 25, 2001 Lawrence R. Wolff, was born in Chicago, Ill., and graduated from Colorado School of Mines in Golden, Colo. He earned a professional degree as a metallurgical engineer, and became a member of the Engineering Honorary Society Tau Beta Pi. Mr. Wolff enlisted in the Army Air Forces, Sept. 1942, and was honorably discharged in July 1945. He served as a bombardier with the 854th Squadron, 491st Bombardment Group, 8th Air Force, England. Mr. Wolff was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross, Air Medal with four oak-leaf clusters, Victory Medal and a Presidential Unit Citation. He was employed as a metallurgist and production superintendent in steelmaking operations with Kaiser Steel Corporation in Fontana. He enjoyed stamp collecting and duplicate bridge. He is survived by his wife, Vivian Wolff; son, Lawrence Paul Wolff of Rancho Cucamonga and daughter, Michaelle Marie Stanford of Citrus Heights. There will be a memorial service for family and friends at the Magalia Community Church, at 2 p.m., on Saturday, Sept. 29. Memorial donations can be made to favorite charities. Richard Grantham July 23, 1921 - Sept. 24, 2001 Richard (Frank) Grantham, 80, was born in Banquete, Texas, relocating to Magalia in 1979. Mr. Grantham worked for Westinghouse Company doing sheet-metal layout for 31 years. He marriage his wife, Eleanor Peverill in 1946. Mr. Granthan was an avid gardener and enjoyed walking. He also did a great deal of traveling. His wife, Eleanor of Magalia; son, Gerald Grantham of Oxnard; three brothers, Charles Grantham of Watsonville, Kenneth Grantham of Union City; Clifton Granthan of Stockton; and one sister, Francis Fry of Mississippi, survive him. There are numerous nieces and nephews. His daughter, Joyce, and his sister, Enard Wren, are predeceased. There will be a private inturnment. Memorial donations may be sent to the American Cancer Society. Arrangements are under the direction of Newton Bracewell Cremation and Funeral Service of Magalia. Joyce Howell Oct. 8, 1920 - Sept. 23, 2001 Joyce E. Howell, 80, was a Paradise resident for over 10 years. Ms. Howell enjoyed raising; breeding exotic birds and loved her dog. There will be no services at her request. Rose Chapel Mortuary is handling funeral arrangements. Lawrence Wagner June 22, 1914 - Sept. 26, 2001 Lawrence E. “Larry” Wagner, 87, moved to Magalia in September 1989 from Grants Pass, Ore. He worked for General Motors for 27 years as a mechanic. He enjoyed woodworking and farmed for many years. Mr. Wagner was also a member of the Upper Ridge Seventh-day Adventist Church. His wife, Rachael Wagner of Magalia, who he marriage on Sept. 3, 1936; three sons, Don Wagner of Corning, Dennis Wagner of Red Bluff, Tim Wagner of Redding; three grandchildren and five great-grandchildren survive him. His daughter, Ardis E. Wagner, and sister, Adeline Wagner, precede him in death. Graveside services will be held at 11:30 a.m., on Monday, Oct. 1, at the Corning Cemetery. Rose Chapel will be handling the arrangements. Everett William Pendell, 83, served in the 559th Air Service Group as a technical sergeant in World War II. He received the American Defense Ribbon, the American Theater Ribbon, Asiatic Pacific Theater Ribbon, Good Conduct Medal and the World War II Victory Medal. He worked for the Air Force as a civilian after returning home from the Philippines, retiring in 1974. Everett Pendell Dec. 10, 1917 - Sept. 26, 2001 Mr. Pendell was a member and elder of the Paradise Christian and Missionary Alliance Church, where he loved to greet and teach the children of the preschool department about the love of Jesus for them. His wife, Alice; two daughters, Cheri Immel from Middletown, Ohio, and Barb Ritcher, from Beavercreek, Ohio; four grandchildren, John, Kathelyn, Tiffany and Aaron survive him. A memorial service will be held at 3 p.m., Sunday, Sept. 30, at the Paradise Christian and Missionary Alliance Church. Any gifts given in memory of Everett can be made to CMA Church and designated for children’s ministry. Marilyn Angele June 28, 1926 - Sept. 26, 2001 Marilyn Angele, 75, was born in Choteau, Montana. Mrs. Angele was an owner of several A&W Root Beer restaurants, and a member of the Methodist church. She is survived by her husband of 57 years, Clarence Angele, daughters, Rebecca Lorentzen of Chico, Susan Miller of Colusa, Judy Rony of Montana; brother, Chuck Carver of Montana; sisters, Lois Dunk of Montana, Del Simpson of California; six grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Rose Chapel arranged funeral services. Bob Kirker Nov. 2, 1921 - Sept. 23, 2001 Memorial services will be held for Robert “Bob” Josiah Kirker, 79, of Durham at 11 a.m., Saturday, Oct. 6, at Craig Memorial Congregational Church in Paradise. He was born Nov. 2, 1921 in Paradise, to Myra and David Kirker. He was raised in Paradise. During World War II, he served in the U.S. Army where he was a survivor of the Baatan Death March and “Shinyo Maru” Hell Ship. Following the war he graduated from Chico State where he received a master’s degree. He taught at Chico Junior High School for many years. Mr. Kirker later was a building contractor. He enjoyed sailing, wood working and attending CSUC baseball and basketball games. He was a member of the Century Club and Craig Memorial Congregational Church. Survivors include two daughters, JoAnn Kinyon of Red Bluff and Barbara Mize of Woodbridge, Va.; two brothers, Edwin of Redding and Richard of Midwest, Okla.; one granddaughter, Laura Kirker of Chico and his companion, Betty Loofbourrow of Durham. Memorial contributions may be made to the CSUC Men’s Athletic Department in care of Newton-Bracewell Chico Funeral Home. Gerald Smith Aug. 18, 1944 - Aug. 29, 2001 Gerald Wayne Smith worked as a field mechanic for Pacific Gas & Electric for the last 23 years. His dog, Sparky, went to work with him every day. Mr. Smith died Wednesday in Magalia. He was 57. He was born in Sacramento to William and Viola Smith. He moved to Paradise from Sacramento in 1979. He marriage Joann Stiles July 13, 1991, in Paradise. Mr. Smith was a volunteer firefighter in Sacramento. He enjoyed his family and friends and loved cars, camping and sand-railing. Besides his wife, Joann, Mr. Smith’s survivors include two sons, Jerry Jr. of Nevada and Phillip of Alaska; two daughters, Susan Wagner of Chico and Janet Wing of Paradise; two stepsons, Gary Boman of California and Brett Boman of Paradise; a stepdaughter, Stacey Ingram of Paradise; his mother, Viola of Paradise; two brothers, Myrle of Sacramento and Donald of Paradise; and 10 grandchildren. A funeral service will be held 10 a.m. Tuesday at Paradise Chapel of the Pines, which is handling the arrangements. Visitation will be noon to 6 p.m. Monday at Chapel of the Pines. Christene Shelton May 12, 1912 - Aug. 27, 2001 Christene Faye Shelton worked 22 years as an engineering secretary for Hughes Aircraft. In Paradise, she was the secretary at Craig Memorial Congregational Church. She served on the board of directors for the Paradise Cemetery District. She was a member of Eastern Star in Paradise, First Christian Church, NARF and Hughes Employees Association. Mrs. Shelton enjoyed gardening, handcrafts and music. She was choir director for her church. One of the highlights of her life was the birth of her great-granddaughter, Haley Christene Shelton, who was named after her. She was born in Red Oak, Mo., to Ollie and Roy Jones. She graduated from Carthage High School and Southwest Teachers College. Mrs. Shelton died Monday at home. She had lived in Paradise since 1972. Her husband, Lloyd Shelton, whom she marriage April 21, 1935, died in 1998. She is survived by her son, Vic, and three grandchildren. Memorial services will be held 2 p.m. Wednesday at First Christian Church. Paradise Chapel of the Pines is handling the arrangements. She will be privately buried icon next to her husband in Paradise Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to the First Christian Church. Donald Clarke Died: Aug. 24, 2001 Donald E. Clarke, 73, formerly of Magalia, died Friday Aug. 24 in the hospice unit of Lehigh Valley Hospital, Allentown, Pa., where he resided. He was employed by Matt Zaich Construction and Peter Kewitt Co. before retiring in 1985. He was a member of the Operating Engineers Union local 12. Born in Los Angeles, he was a son of Arthur and Gertrude Clarke. He was a Navy veteran of World War II, serving on the USS Vanderburgh. His survivors include a daughter, Adrienne Pfaeffli of Allentown; a brother, James of Lapine, Ore.; a sister, Nancy Erikson of Eagle Point, Ore.; three grandchildren and a great-grandson. His services were private. Contributions in memory of Mr. Clarke may be made to Lehigh Valley Hospice, 2166 South 12th St., Allentown, PA, 18103-9845. Mary Korhut Jan. 30, 1904 - Aug. 30, 2001 Mary E. Korhut moved from Burbank to Magalia 10 years ago and enjoyed gardening at her home. She was a seamstress and a gourmet cook. For 25 years, Ms. Korhut worked as a payroll controller for Andrew Jergens Co. On Thursday, Ms. Korhut died at Feather River Hospital. She was 97. She was born to John and Mary Korhut in Naugatuck, Conn. She had been like a second mother to her niece, Lois Jones of Magalia, and her nephew, Larry Vangor of Little Rock. They survive her, as do her sister, Helen Vangor of Magalia, and two other nephews. A graveside service will be held 10 a.m. Thursday at Forest Lawn in Hollywood Hills. Rose Chapel is handling the arrangements. Everina Rheingans April 19, 1910 - Aug. 31, 2001 Everina “Rena” Anita Rheingans and her husband, Kenneth, moved to Paradise in 1941 to work as doctors among a population of 1,800. Five years later, they built Rheingan’s Hospital on Black Olive. The 12-bed hospital operated until 1966. Dr. Rena Rheingans was the hospital’s anesthesiologist and administrator. She died Friday in Feather River Hospital at age 91. Dr. Rheingans was born in Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada, to Victor and Aurora Desautals. While studying medicine at the University of California, Irvine, she met Dr. Kenneth Rheingans, who also was studying medicine. They marriage while in school. Upon graduating with their medical degrees, the two worked in several Northern California hospitals until settling in Paradise. Dr. Rheingans was very active in community affairs. She was founder of the Paradise Agenda Club, which helped schools, playgrounds, Scouts, Red Cross and Blue Cross. She enjoyed helping people. In later life, her fraternal interests came to the fore. As a member of the Eastern Star since she was 18, she attained several positions: Grand Matron of California, Matron of Paradise, and in 1961, Worthy Matron for the state of California. She was also a member of the Soroptomist Club. After her husband retired in 1967, the couple traveled by RV through Canada and Mexico. They went to the Bahamas and enjoyed tramp cruises and fishing. Her husband of 60 years, Kenneth, survives her. The Eastern Star will provide services 2 p.m. Monday at the Masonic Lodge. Contributions in her memory may be made to the Shriners Childrens Hospital in Sacramento or to the Clifford Lee Cancer Fund in care of Paradise Chapel of the Pines, which is handling the arrangements. Dr. Rheingans will be privately inurned. Raymond Gill Oct. 23, 1912 - Aug. 29, 2001 Raymond Gill served in the Merchant Marines from 1941 to 1945. He worked as an electronics technician with Ampex Electronics in Redwood City for 25 years. On Nov. 20, 1939, he marriage Eleanor Shotwell in Buffalo, N.Y. He moved to Paradise from Nevada City in 1984. He loved all kinds of sports. His dog, Brownie, was dear to him, and Mr. Gill and his wife were sponsors of PAWS. Mr. Gill died Aug. 29 in cypress Acres. He was 88. He was born to Wesley and Elsie Dakin Gill in Englewood, Minn. His wife, Eleanor, died Feb. 20, 1996. No services are planned. Rose Chapel is handling the arrangements. Ethel Stutts Feb. 8, 1910 - Sept. 2, 2001 Ethel M. Stutts, a very active Republican who loved reading about politics, attended the inaugurations of Richard Nixon and Ronald Reagan. She served on a task force during Reagan’s administration. In Pasadena, she worked with her husband for Stutts Steel Treating. She worked as a switchboard operator at several companies in the Pasadena area, including four years at California Institute of Technology. Mrs. Stutts moved to Paradise from Pasadena in 1972. She was a very active member of the First Baptist Church in Paradise and an active supporter of the Heritage Foundation, the National Right to Work and Foundation Endowment. A highlight of her life was celebrating her 50th wedding anniversary with her husband, Lemont “Lee” Stutts on Oct. 5, 1990. He died in 1996. Mrs. Stutts died Sunday at Oak Knoll. She was 91. She was born in Malden, Mass., to Bruce and Annie Jacobs. She is survived by her daughter, Beverly Starling of San Diego. A memorial service will be held 10 a.m. Saturday at the First Baptist Church in Paradise. Memorial contributions may be made to the Paradise First Baptist Church building fund. Rose Chapel is handling the arrangements. She will be interred in Paradise Cemetery. La Rena Hess Aug. 7, 1914 - Aug. 25, 2001 La Rena Hess was an accomplished artist who created scenic pictures using colored sand and dirt. She wrote a book on sand art. Mrs. Hess, a resident of Paradise for 29 years, died Aug. 25 at a local health care facility. She was 87. She was born in El Centro. Her husband, Henry Hess, died before her. Her nephew, Robert Hess of Paradise, survives her. Graveside services were held Aug. 31 in Paradise Cemetery, where she was buried icon next to her husband, Henry. Paradise Chapel of the Pines is handling the arrangements. Karma Biber March 18, 1919 - Sept. 5, 2001 Karma Fisher Montague Biber was born in Salt Lake City to Althea and Earl Montague. She moved to California and graduated from Sequoia High School in Redwood City and Palo Alto Business College. In 1942, she enlisted in the WACS. She served most of her duty in Casablanca, Morocco, where her sharpshooting won her awards. In 1946, she entered the business world in San Carlos, eventually becoming vice president and treasurer of the Biber Electric Co., Inc. Mrs. Biber was active in her community through various organizations in the San Francisco area. She served as president of ABWP, vice president of the San Carlos Chamber of Commerce and president of the Par Avance Philanthropic Society. She was a member of the Women in Construction and Soroptomist International Club. After retiring, she volunteered as a Pink Lady at Sequoia Hospital in Redwood City and at Feather River Hospital. She was also an active member of the Elks Wives Club No. 2026 and WOTM No. 1628. Mrs. Biber died Wednesday in her Paradise home. She was 82. Her friends remember her as an RV camper, avid fly fisherwoman and golfer. She was a talented craftsman, using her needlework and counted cross-stitch skills to create memorable gifts. Surviving her are her husband of 37 years, William Biber; four stepdaughters, Kathryn Andersen, Bella Iffla, Vicki Hoss and Karin Ross; three sisters, Enid Roberts, Erlean Deleany and Yvonne Springs; 11 grandchildren; one great-grandchild; and many nieces and nephews. A graveside service will be held 1 p.m. Monday at Greenlawn Cemetery in Colma. A memorial service will be held 3 p.m. Sept. 23 at the Moose Hall in Paradise. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Valley Ridge Hospice. Nadine Hope Feb. 21, 1928 - Sept. 4, 2001 Nadine Roth Hope, a former longtime resident of Paradise, died Tuesday at Holy Cross Hospital in Mission Hills. The resident of Los Angeles was 73. In Paradise, Ms. Hope was a leader of Girl Scout Troop 155. She loved gardening, cooking and golf. She was born in Riverside County. Her survivors include four daughters, Debbie Criscitiello of South Carolina, Nancy Roth of South Carolina, Michelle Daniels of California and Carrie Stone of California; a sister, Linda Alumbaugh of Colorado Springs, Colo.; and her mother, Helen Holmes of Fullerton. Services were private. Martin Silva Feb. 26, 1907 - May 7, 2001 Martin R. Silva began his career with Pacific Gas and Electric in 1938 as a mapper in Chico. He also worked in the De Sabla division. He managed the Quincy office from 1952 to 1956 and was district manager starting in 1950. He retired March 1, 1972. Mr. Silva, 94, died Friday in Feather River Hospital. The Paradise resident was born and raised in Chico. His parents were Manual and Rita Silva. He graduated from Santa Clara University. Mr. Silva was a director and chairman of the Paradise Chamber of Commerce and the chambers of commerce for Butte and Plumas counties. He chaired the Cancer Society, the Boy Scouts and many other organizations. He helped organize the Paradise Apple Show and organized the Paradise Community Council. He once was the foreman of the Butte County Grand Jury. He was a member of Elks, Rotary Club and St. John’s Catholic Church in Chico. On March 8, 1980, he marriage Emily McReynolds in Paradise. She survives him, as does a grandson, James Silva of Chico. He was preceded by his first wife, Mabela, in 1972; a son, Jim, in 1971; and a sister in 1992. A rosary will be held 7 p.m. tonight at Paradise Chapel of the Pines, which is handling the arrangements. A graveside service will be held 1:30 p.m. Wednesday at Chico Cemetery. Dale Barrett Jan. 7, 1925 - Aug. 27, 2001 Dale Nemec Barrett worked as a fashion designer and production manager of Kahala Sportsweave in Honolulu for 20 years. Later she worked as a designer, sculptor and business partner with Jolie Creations, manufacturers and retailers of dolls and accessories from 1985 until her accidental fall at home. Ms. Barrett, 76, died Aug. 27 in Enloe Hospital of a broken hip complicated by a long illness. She was born to George and Dorothy Nemec in Bakersfield. A graduate of high school, she vigorously educated herself in a wide range of fields. Ms. Barrett came to Magalia in 1978 to live near her mother and stepfather. She worked two years for Homes-R-Us Realty in Paradise. She was affiliated with Yesterday’s Treasures Doll Club of Northern California, Just About Dolls Club in Paradise, the United Federation of Doll Clubs, Inc., and its local chapter, Feather River Doll Guild. She was a costume designer for various shows produced by Theatre on the Ridge and the Northern California Ballet Company of Paradise. She also designed costumes for the Honolulu Community Theater. Her most outstanding work was sculpting original fashion-lady dolls. Survivors include a sister, Marilyn Charlton of Salem, Ore.; a niece and nephew; and her 20-year companion and business partner, Gene McKenzie of Magalia. A service will be held 4 p.m. Saturday at the Paradise United Methodist Church. Memorial contributions may be made to the church’s Native American Fund. Her cremated remains will be scattered overlooking Woodpecker Ranch overlooking Middle Butte Creek. Rose Chapel Mortuary is handling the arrangements. Raymond Semon July 8, 1919 - Sept. 9, 2001 Born in Kingston, N.Y., to Louis A. and Freda J. Semon. He attended Kingston schools. He worked for O’Brien Brothers Towing Company in New York City. In 1940, he joined the Army and was attached to the 695th Port Company. His unit worked at the major military ports in England, North Africa, Sicily, Italy and Southern France. He received the European-African-Middle Eastern Theatre Medal with four Bronze Battle Stars and Bronze Arrowhead for the invasion of southern France, American Theater Medal and World War II Victory Medal. In France he received a field commission to lieutenant and left the Army in 1945. He re-enlisted in 1946 and served one tour in Guam and left the Army as a captain. In 1948, he joined IBM in Poughkeepsie, N.Y., as a riveter. He was transferred to San Jose, as a quality control laboratory technician. In 1972, he was transferred to Buffalo and then to East Fishkill, N.Y., where he worked as a manufacturing methods analyst until his retirement. He was a life member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars No. 2039, and a past member of the Elks. He was a member of the IBM Quarter Century Club and Retirement Club in San Jose. He was a past volunteer of the Friends of the Library. Mr. Semon was also a member of the Knights of Columbus Council No. 7773 and St. Thomas More Catholic Church, where he served as an usher and greeter at the Mass. Mr. Semon enjoyed cooking, reading and helping his wife with her volunteering chores. Mr. Semon died on Sept. 9 in a Chico hospital. He was 82. He is survived by his wife, Monica; two sons, Ronald of Tacoma, Wash., Terry of San Jose; a daughter, Renee Hoehne, of Gold Hill, Ore.; a sister, Dorothy Halbert, of Lancaster, N.Y.; four grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. Interment will be in Paradise Cemetery. Military honors will be by the Paradise Veterans Council Color Guard. A funeral mass will be held for Mr. Semon 10 a.m. Thursday at St. Thomas More Catholic Church. Rev. Brendan McKeefry will officiate. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the St. Vincent de Paul Society in care of St. Thomas More or the American Cancer Society in care of the Chapel of the Pines, which is handling the arrangements. Stanley Boston Nov. 18, 1951 - Sept. 10, 2001 Stanley Edward Boston, 49, of Magalia died Monday at U.C. Davis Medical Center from injuries sustained from a private plane accident in Chico. He was born in Chicago, Ill., to Ruth and Joseph Boston. He was raised and educated in Des Moines, Iowa. During the Vietnam War, he served in the U.S. Marine Corps. Following his service, he completed his aviation training in Phoenix. In 1988, he came to Chico to work for Aero Union Corporation, where he was an air tanker pilot. On March 21, 1997, he marriage his wife, Susan. Mr. Boston enjoyed four-wheeling, motorcycling, flying and being with his family. Survivors include his wife, Susan; four daughters, Shirlene Liles of Long Beach, Bryanna Liles of Central Point, Ore., Sarah Liles of Eugene, Ore., and Beverly Liles of Magalia; his mother, Ruth of Des Moines, Iowa; two brothers, Richard of Colorado Springs, Colo., and Jimmy of Norfolk, Va.; two sisters, Beverly Owens of Vancouver, Wash., and Crystal Boyt of Des Moines; and one granddaughter. A memorial service will be held 11 a.m. Saturday at Aero Union Hanger No. 2, 110 Convair Ave. at Chico Municipal Airport. Newton-Bracewell Cremation and Funeral Service in Magalia is handling the arrangements. Norma McGinnis July 21, 1927 - Sept. 9, 2001 Norma Jean McGinnis, 74, died Sunday. She was a resident of Paradise for 11 years. Mrs. McGinnis was born in Ozark, Ark., and marriage her husband, Jack McGinnis, on Oct. 19, 1945 in Oakland. Mrs. McGinnis is survived by her husband, Jack; two sons, Lee of Paradise; Floyd of Skiatook Okla.; and two daughters, Patricia Grallegos of San Ramon and Annette McGinnis of Magalia. Funeral services will be held 2 p.m. today at Chapel of the Pines. She will be privately buried icon in Paradise Cemetery. Harry Henry April 16, 1921 - Sept. 9, 2001 Harry McGill Henry was born in St. Louis and served in the U.S. Navy during World War II. He enlisted in 1942 and received an honorable discharge in 1945. He was a high school graduate from Theodore Roosevelt High School in St. Louis. He moved from St. Louis in 1956 to Paradise, where he worked for the Paradise Cemetery District since 1958 for 30 years. He was the Cemetery district superintendent for 27 years. He previously owned Henry’s Auto Repair, which was located at the Shell Gas Station in front of the old Paradise Roller Rink. He enjoyed riding motorcycles when he was a teen-ager. He flew his first solo flight at the age of 15 and had his pilot’s license before his driver’s license. Mr. Henry flew single engine planes and built an ultra light aircraft and continued flying into his late 70s. He created many machines and inventions to make work easier for everyone. Mr. Henry, 80, died Sunday in his Paradise home. He is survived by his son, Steve of Cottonwood; the love of his life, Johnnie Spreen of Paradise; a nephew; and many friends. Paradise Chapel of the Pines will be handling the private family inurnment in Paradise Cemetery. Millard Taylor Nov. 1, 1909 - Sept. 13, 2001 Millard Henry Taylor, 91, died Thurs., Sept. 13, in Pendleton, Ore., his residence since May 2001. Mr. Taylor was born in Indiana, to Earl and Bessie Taylor. He marriage Edith Lutz Taylor in Wisconsin in 1937. She died in 1971. In 1972, he marriage Valerie Jones Taylor. They lived in Bonners Ferry, Idaho until her death in April 1983. In August 1983, he met and marriage Beatrice Scott Taylor of Paradise, where they lived until her death in August 2000. For much of his life, Mr. Taylor worked in sales and landscaping. He had a keen, inquiring mind, and enjoyed reading and studying science, religion and nutrition. Mr. Taylor also liked to travel and spend time with his family. Mr. Taylor was an active member of the Magalia Community Church, where he assisted the pastor in presenting Bible studies. He was preceeded in death by his wives, Edith, Valerie and Beatrice; his brother, Emil Taylor; his sisters, Edith and Dean Taylor. Survivors include daughters, Delores Hendricks of Pendleton, Ore.; Joyce LeFore of Oceanside, Ore.; a son, Millard Taylor Jr., of Beaverton, Ore.; six grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; stepdaughters, Joanne Mendonca of Walnut Grove, and Barbara Lang of Magalia. Burns Mortuary of Pendleton is handling the arrangements. There will be no services. William Edwards Aug. 28, 1915 - Sept. 8, 2001 William “Bill” Lester Edwards died at Enloe Hospital after a long battle with cancer. He was born in Lorimor, Iowa to William and Martha Edwards. Mr. Edwards worked for JC Penney in Des Moines, Iowa, served two years in the Navy during World War II in the South Pacific, and graduated from Pasadena College in 1950 with a degree in accounting. He retired from Butte County in 1978 as an auditor/appraiser. Mr. Edwards was also a self-employed accountant for many local businesses. He was a family man, avid reader, liked to dance and bass fish at Concow Lake. A long-time resident of Paradise and member of the Table Mt. Masonic Lodge, Scottish Rite, Ben Ali Shrine, past secretary/treasurer of the Paradise Shrine, Chico Eagles, Paradise Elks Lodge and life member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars. Survivors include his wife of 38 years, Peggy Edwards; daughter, Sharon Lancaster of Chico; two grandsons, Mark Greenwald of Cohasset and Sean Greenwald of Nipomo; and seven great-grandchildren. No service will be held at this request. Private inurnement at a later date. Remembrances in his name may be made to the American Cancer Society. Vena Hawkins April 7, 1917 - Aug. 11, 2001 A specialist in genealogy, Vena Mildred Hawkins researched the roots of her family for over 65 years in hundreds of courthouses and record centers all over the world. She died Saturday, Aug. 11, at Cypress Acres Convalescent Hospital in Paradise. She was 84. Born in Cleveland County, Okla., to Rex Abbott and Alice Virginia Jackson, Mrs. Hawkins was marriage to John Newton White in 1935. The couple had one child, Freda Fay White. In 1956, she became Mrs. Lewis Richard Hawkins. Mr. Hawkins preceeded her in death in 1999. A telephone switchboard operator for several years, Mrs. Hawkins later became co-owner and active partner of the Busy Bee Realty in Oklahoma City, Okla., with her second husband. Near and after their retirement, Mr. and Mrs. Hawkins became world travelers, visiting, among other places, Europe, Asia, South America and Australia. They also lived in Tampa, Fla., for nine years before returning to Oklahoma City, where they stayed for over 15 year. Mrs. Hawkins lived the last eight months of her life in Paradise. She was a member and active participant in several local organizations including the Capitol Hill Real Estate Board, the Order of the Eastern Star, the Oklahoma Genealogical Society, and others. She was also an enthusiastic artist in both china painting and oils. She did family research in Germany and other parts of the world. Mrs. Hawkins is survived by daughter and son-in-law, Freda F. and James E. Lear of Paradise; stepdaughter, Sara Jean Hawkins Overbeck Grover of Albany, N.Y.; sisters, Jan Hendon, Bea Melendez and Bertha Dockery of Oklahoma; brother, Rex J. Abbott of Oklahoma; four grandchildren, Steven Lear of Daly City, Glenda Rodman of Paradise, Kenneth Lear of Culver City, and step-grandson David Overbeck of Sommerville, Mass.; and two great-grandchildren who live in Paradise. In addition to her husband, she is predeceased by sisters, Wilma Osegueda, Vera Russell and Alice Meeks. Her internment will be private at Sunny Lane Cemetery in Oklahoma City, Okla. Rose Chapel Mortuary of Paradise is handling local arrangements. Richard Eldridge April 10, 1946 - Aug. 2, 2001 A multi-faceted farmer, Richard Arthur Eldridge spent the last eight months of his life in Magalia. He died of natural causes at his home on Aug. 2. He was 55. Born in Denver, Colo., to Joseph and Esther Eldridge, he marriage Gertrude “Trudi” Ellenburg on Aug. 7, 1971, in Columbus, Neb. A farm owner of a grain farm in Kansas for 40 years, Mr. Eldridge was also the manager of a health club/physical therapy facility, a professional model, a musician, an advertising agent and an author. He had a great love of language and was a Shakespeare afficiando and avid reader. He spoke German fluently and dabbled in French and Spanish. He enjoyed gardening with his wife, body-building, cooking and floral-arranging. He moved to Magalia from Santa Cruz in January. In addition to his wife, Mr. Eldridge is survived by cousins, Diana and Howard Wray of Kenai, Alaska. In lieu of flowers, contributions in his memory for his memorial garden can be sent to the Rick Eldridge Memorial Fund, C/O Chapel of the Pines, 5691 Almond St., Paradise, CA., 95969. A private family inurnment will take place in Colorado, and services will be held at a later date in Santa Cruz. Chapel of the Pines of Paradise is handling the cremation and local arrangements. John Smith Jan. 29, 1921 - Aug. 16, 2001 John H. Smith loved cultivating his garden and his love for his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Mr. Smith was born in Manitoba, Canada in 1921, and marriage his wife, Faye, in Nevada on November 11, 1973. He was the night manager for Burger King in Paradise for 10 years. Mr. Smith loved gardening, sports, and was a Little League coach. He died on Thursday at age 80. Mr. Smith is survived by his wife, Faye of Paradise; son Gene R. Willard of California City; daughter Linda Percival of Paradise; eight grandchildren; and 10 great-grandchildren. Mr. Smith was preceded in death by his son, Karl L. Willard in 1999. A private family service will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Lung Association. The Chico branch of the Neptune Society of Northern California is handling arrangements. Reba Edwards Jan. 24, 1919 - Aug. 19, 2001 Reba Mae Edwards enjoyed sewing, ceramic work, fishing and camping. She was born in Oklahoma in 1919 to Joseph ad Irene Moore. She worked as an electronics inspector for the Bendix Corporation for 19 years. Her husband, Burel Edwards, preceded her in death in 1996. Mrs. Edwards died Sunday at age 82. She is survived by her four sons, Billy Joe of Paradise, Burel Gene of Oklahoma, Robert Lee of Oregon, and John Allen of Saugus; brother Ralph Moore of Sacramento; sisters Myrtle Rogers of Sacramento, and Iva Dutter of Nevada; nine grandchildren; and 12 great-grandchildren. Cremation took place at Chapel of the Pines Mortuary in Chico. No funeral services are planned. Chapel of the Pines Mortuary is handling arrangements. Sharon McIntyre Jan. 1, 1959 - Aug. 15, 2001 Sharon Lee McIntyre was a program assistant for a Work Training Center for six years. She was born in 1959 to Marlin and Patricia McIntyre in California. Miss McIntyre died Aug. 15 at age 42 in Paradise. There are no known survivors. No services are planned, but there will be a private cremation at Paradise Chapel of the Pines Mortuary. Paradise Chapel of the Pines is handling arrangements. Emily Wren Feb. 20, 1914 - Aug. 23, 2001 A woman with a lifelong passion for trout fishing, Paradise resident Emily Virginia Wren died Thursday at Cypress Acres. She was 87. Born in Denver, Colo., to Earl and Elizabeth Zeger, Mrs. Wren attended high school in Loveland, Colo., and also attended business college. She marriage William F. Wren Jr., on July 27, 1940. Mrs. Wren was private secretary to the president of Arco Oil Co. in Denver, Colo., from 1933 to 1940. She then worked as a clerk for the California Employment Development Department for 12 years in Monterey. She moved to Paradise from Monterey in 1988. A former golfer, bowler and bridge player, Mrs. Wren was a member of the Radiant Chapter of the Eastern Star, the Clan Gunn societies of both the U.S.A. and Great Britain, the California Heritage Guides of Monterey, and the Carmel Orchid Society of the Monterey Peninsula. She enjoyed raising orchids and roses, working on Boy and Girl Scouting with her children, traveling and she was interested in history. She is survived by sons, William C. of Burnsville, Minn., Anthony G. of Paradise, and Jonathan S. of Chico; daughter, Patricia of Bella Vista; four grandchildren; and three daughter-in-laws. She is predeceased by her husband, who died on July 27, 1990. A graveside service for Mrs. Wren was held at Glen Oaks Memorial Park yesterday. Rose Chapel Mortuary of Paradise handled the arrangements. Thelma McCowen Sept. 27, 1922 - Aug. 24, 2001 A Paradise resident since 1960, Thelma Marie McCowen died Friday. She was 78. Born in Clarinda, Iowa to Jennings and Geneva Beery, Mrs. McCowen lived in Chico before moving to the Ridge. She marriage Raymond McCowen on Jan. 2, 1942, in Marysville, Mo. A widowed homemaker, she was also a cook in a local nursing home. A member of the Gem and Mineral Club of Paradise, she loved gardening and cooking. She is survived by son, Raymond of Nevada; daughter, Janet Wolfer of Phoenix, Ariz.; sister, Margaret Whitehill of Chico; brothers, Donald Beery of Iowa, and Lowell Beery of Paradise; five grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; and her special friend, Chuck Orgovan. She is predeceased by her husband, Ray, who died in Paradise on Nov. 4, 1996. Visitation hours are 8 to 9:30 a.m. tomorrow at Chapel of the Pines Mortuary followed by graveside services at Paradise Cemetery at 10 a.m. Chapel of the Pines of Paradise is handling the arrangements. Regina Eichelberger April 24, 1916 - Aug. 24, 2001 A Paradise resident for 51 years, Regina M. Eichelberger died Friday in Chico. She was 85. Born in Rulo, Neb., to John and Katie Frederick, Mrs. Eichelberger had 12 years of education. Before retiring, she was a real estate agent for Devaney Realty in Paradise for 15 years after moving to Paradise from Los Angeles. Mrs. Eichelberger was a member of the Feather River Hospital Auxiliary (Crafters), and the National Association of Retired Federal Employees. She loved working with crafts. She is survived by daughter, Mary Clewett; three brothers; five sisters; three grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. She is predeceased by her husband Ross Eichelberger, who she marriage in Redding in 1936. Services to be held today begin at 8:30 a.m. at St. Thomas More Catholic Church and conclude at Mrs. Eichelberger’s final resting place at Paradise Cemetery. Rose Chapel Mortuary of Paradise is handling the arrangements. Aaron Van Order July 13, 1980 - Aug. 16, 2001 Aaron Van Order, who had lived in Paradise all his life, died in a drowning accident at Lake Oroville Aug. 16. He was 21. Mr. Van Order was an avid runner who had won many awards. He also enjoyed skiing, swimming and hiking. On his 18th birthday he parachuted from an airplane. A Butte College student, he had attended Paradise Adventist School and Paradise Adventist Academy. He was a member of Pathfinders. His survivors include his parents, Andrea and David Van Order; a sister, Anya; a brother Amyas; a grandmother, Frances Kim; a grandfather, Henry Van Order; two aunts; an uncle; and numerous cousins. Memorial services will be held 2 p.m. today in the Paradise Adventist Church. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Paradise Adventist Academy for the Aaron Van Order memorial fund for track and field construction. Frederic Green July 20, 1910 - Aug. 24, 2001 A past president of the Butte County Historical Society, Paradise resident Frederic Edwin Green died Friday of a sudden stroke. He was 91. Born to Frank and Bertha Green in Wallace, Idaho, he marriage Joby Barnaby on June 24, 1932, in Ventura. The couple recently celebrated their 69th wedding anniversary. Mr. Green moved to Paradise in 1964 after retiring from a general contractor position in Southern California. An author, lecturer and artist, Mr. Green was also active in Masonic Orders and was a Past Master of Hollywood-West Valley Lodge No. 355 in 1960, Past Patron of the Paradise Order of the Eastern Star Chapter No. 549, and a member of the Los Angeles Valley of the Scottish Rite, the Al Malaikah Shrine Temple and also served as the representative of the Grand Lodge of California to Brazil. He received his 50-year Golden Veterans Award in 1997 from the Table Mountain Lodge. In addition to his wife, Mr. Green is survived by brother, Ben Weber of Oregon; sons, Fred of Paradise, and Frank and Roger of Oroville; three nephews and a niece; eight grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren. He is predeceased by son, Bob Green, who died in 1965. A memorial service will be held today at 1 p.m. at Table Mountain Masonic Lodge, 5934 Clark Road in Paradise. In lieu of flowers, donations in Mr. Green’s memory can be made to the Butte County Historical Society or the Ben Ali Shriners Childrens Hospital in Sacramento. Rose Chapel of Paradise is handling the arrangements. F. DeWitt Hoffman Feb. 13, 1907 - Aug. 27, 2001 As a young man, F. DeWitt Hoffman’s love of the outdoors drew him to farming. He spent several years farming on logged-over land in northern Wisconsin and working in sawmills during the winters. In 1935, he bought an 80-acre farm near Fairbank, Iowa. He met and marriage his wife, Marian, there Aug. 2, 1938. They bought a 280-acre farm near Westgate, Iowa. He spent one year during World War II as an aircraft mechanic in Minneapolis. They sold their Iowa property in 1954 and bought a small dairy farm near Durham. In 1956 he started a new career with the California Division of Highways. He lived in the Yuba City area, where he worked successively in design, construction and the advance planning department before retiring in 1972. He built a home in Challenge, lived there a few years, returned to Yuba City and then moved to Paradise Pines in 1980, where he built another home. Mr. DeWitt enjoyed traveling, hiking and genealogy. He held positions at the Paradise United Methodist Church and the Paradise Pines Property Owners Association. He was a member of the De Sabla Grange, the Paradise Genealogy Society and the Butte Chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution, of which he was the founding president. He was born in Toledo, Ohio, to Frank and Frances Hoffman. He went to school in Iowa and graduated from Marshall Town High School in 1924, earning a reputation as a top student and budding evangelist. He attended Grinnell College in Iowa but withdrew due to illness. Mr. DeWitt died at age 94 Monday in his Magalia home. Besides his wife, Marian, Mr. DeWitt is survived by seven daughters, Mary Anne Hoffman, Kay Ybanez, Phyllis Nicholau, Winifred Owens, Linda Brubec, Carol Hoffman and Vicki Hoffman; two sons, John and David; 12 grandchildren; 21 great-grandchildren; and three great-great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be held 10 a.m. today at the Paradise United Methodist Church. Brusie Funeral Home is handling the arrangements. Memorial contributions may be made to the Paradise United Methodist Church. Joseph King May 8, 1943 - Aug. 27, 2001 Joseph Glynn King worked as a psycho-hypnotherapist for 12 years. In 1998, he moved to Paradise, where he advanced his research and study in mind-body technologies of the future. He was born in New York to Joseph and Ann King. He was raised on Long Island and graduated from Farragut Military School. He attended Fordham University and Ithaca State University. He was an instructor and lecturer with the National Guild of Hypnotists. While in New York he raced cigarette boats. He also enjoyed reading. In 1990, he marriage Bridget DeNigris in Patchogue, N.Y. Mr. King died Monday in his Paradise home. He was 58. He is survived by his wife, Bridget; two stepsons, Fred DeNigris of Bethel, Conn., and Raymond DeNigris of St. Croix, Virgin Islands; a stepdaughter, Diana Campo of Medford, N.Y.; and five step-grandchildren. A memorial service will be held 11 a.m. Saturday at Bidwell Chapel, which is handling the arrangements. He will be buried icon in Glen Oaks Memorial Park. Memorial contributions may be made to the Foster Grandparent Organization in care of Bidwell Chapel. Donnelly Walsh Jan. 7, 1920 - Aug. 12, 2001 Donnelly Walsh helped build the Oroville Dam. He worked as a tunnel supervisor for Frasier Davis Construction. In 1974, he opened a restaurant in Stirling City. Mr. Walsh, a Paradise resident since 1951, died Sunday at his home. He was 81. He was born in Monterey Park to William and Mabel Walsh. Mr. Walsh served as a Marine Corps medic. He was instrumental in organizing the special education program at Ponderosa Elementary. Mr. Walsh camped, went four-wheeling and traveled with his family. He liked working on his land cruiser and hanging out with his friends. He loved a good joke or story. He is survived by two sons, Ward of Austin, Texas, and Mickey of Yuba City; two daughters, Donna Williams of Chico and Sherri Van Lawick of Paradise; 11 grandchildren; and one great-grandchild. His wife, Betty, preceded him in death in 1999. They were marriage Nov. 3, 1965 in Reno, Nev. A memorial service will be held 2 p.m. tomorrow at Paradise Chapel of the Pines. He will be interred in Paradise Cemetery. Austin Vaters July 22, 1931 - Aug. 13, 2001 Austin Hayward Vaters fought in the 1st Division of the U.S. Marine Corps in Korea from 1950 to 1952. For 19 years he was a supervisor for Matthews Conveyor, manufacturing conveyor belts. An avid football and NASCAR racing fan, Mr. Vaters also enjoyed fishing and traveling. On Monday, Mr. Vaters died in Paradise at age 70. He was born to Cecil and Faith Vaters in Everett, Mass. He marriage Diane Vaters on Feb. 17, 1973, in Paradise. She survives him, as do two sons, Ken of Nevada City and Richard of Grass Valley; three stepdaughters, Diane Carey of Shingle Springs, Randi Bault of Reno, Nev., and Donna Comer of Red Bluff; a brother, Robert of Peculia, Mo.; a sister, Phyllis Packard of San Marcus; and five grandchildren. Visitation will be 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. today at Chapel of the Pines. A graveside service will be held 11 a.m. tomorrow in Paradise Cemetery. Marilyn Miller Jan. 19, 1937 - Aug. 14, 2001 Marilyn Ruby Miller, a Magalia resident since 1989, was last employed as assistant cook for Feather River Hospital for the past five years. She was raised as a Lutheran. A widow, Mrs. Miller loved all animals, especially dogs. She also enjoyed quilting and making dolls. Excellent at cooking, she also made it her hobby. Mrs. Miller died Tuesday at Feather River Hospital at age 64. She was born to Gordon and Ruth Pentz in Minneapolis. She leaves two sons, Michael Dunlap of Folsom and Kenneth Dunlap of Montague; a daughter, Cindy Gilbride of Fort Jones; three stepsons, Lance, Richie and Randy Miller, all of Southern California; her mother, Ruth Pentz of Magalia; a brother, Dennis Pentz of Morgan Hill; and five grandchildren. One brother, Norman, died before her. Memorial services will be held tomorrow at Paradise Lutheran Church. Call the church or Paradise Chapel of the Pines for the time. She will be inurned in Loma Linda Cemetery. Donald Crum March 27, 1956 - Aug. 13, 2001 Donald Eugene Crum, 45, died Monday. A Modesto resident for 35 years, he worked as a janitor. He is survived by his mother, Shirley Crum of Modesto; a sister, Jani Medeiros of Covington, Wash.; and his best friend, Mona. A graveside service will be held 10:30 a.m. today at Paradise Cemetery. Richard Weber 8/16/2001 Richard C. Weber served in Korea from 1954 to 1956. He returned home and began working as a structural draftsman for North Valley Iron Works in 1957. Then he left to go into business for himself. Mr. Weber died Aug. 8 in his Magalia home. He was 67. In West Allis, Wis., he was born to Henry and Lorraine Weber. He marriage Stephanie Gitto in Milwaukee, Wis., on Nov. 30, 1957. He was an avid golfer, cook and traveler. He attended St. Thomas More Church and was a member of Knights of Columbus and Paradise Pines Golf Club. Besides his wife, Stephanie, and his mother, Lorraine, he is survived by a daughter, Deborah Cabanatuan of Milwaukee; two sons, Keven of Las Vegas and Todd of Chico; three brothers, Donald, Gerald and David of Wisconsin; two sisters, Jackie Kezman of Wisconsin and Karen Bashaw of Wisonsin. A memorial mass will be held 10 a.m. Saturday at St. Thomas More. Paradise Chapel of the Pines is handling the arrangements. Contributions may be made to the St. Thomas More School Adopt a Student Fund. Laura Oeschger-Baker April 5, 1956 - Aug. 13, 2001 Laura Louise Oeschger-Baker, 45, loved motorcycle riding with her husband, but died Monday in a motorcycle accident on the Midway. Mrs. Baker was born in San Jose, where she was raised and attended school. She moved to Paradise in the early 1990s, and recently moved to Chico. Mrs. Baker worked at Chico Creek Care and Rehabili-tation Convalescent Hospital for 10 years. She marriage John Baker on June 16, 2001, at the Honey Run Bridge in Chico. Mrs. Baker enjoyed making gifts and crafts, gardening and spending time with her family. She was a vintner and the founder of Wineo Company. She was artistic, creative and loved riding with her husband on their Harley- Davidson. She is survived by her husband, John Baker; sons Gavin Hales of Hawaii, and Robin Hales of Chico; daughter Lacy Morek of Chico; brothers Ian Oeschger of Half Moon Bay, and David Oeschger of Santa Clara; sisters Jean Oeschger of Sunnyvale, and Sarah Oeschger of Campbell; granddaughter Julie Oeschger of Hawaii; and stepson Travis Baker of Chico. A memorial service for Mrs. Baker will be held at 10 a.m. today at Calvary Chapel in Chico, 1888 Springfield Dr. Donations can be made to the Lacy Morek Fund, c/o Barbara Favella 620 Miller Avenue, Chico, 95928. The Chico branch of the Neptune Society of Northern California is handling arrangements. Phyllis Gakle Feb. 17, 1920 - Aug. 12, 2001 Phyllis Flossie Alice Gakle’s travels led her on many adventures. She loved globe-trotting by cruise ships, and also traveled extensively throughout the United States. Mrs. Gakle grew up in the Santa Cruz Mountains, and marriage John Gakle in 1939. During the war, she worked for Douglas Aircraft as a riveter and then for Pillsbury Company for a few years. She earned a bachelor’s degree in education from California State University, Long Beach in 1970. Mrs. Gakle was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, T.OP.S. (Take Off Pounds Sensibly), P.T.A., Good Sam’s Travel Club, Mutual Young Women’s Association and was also a den mother for Boy Scouts of America. She loved singing and participating in choirs and choral groups. She did oil and water color painting, enjoyed square dancing, boating and water skiing. Mrs. Gakle also loved to visit and be with her family. Mrs. Gakle died on Sunday in her Paradise home. She is survived by her husband, John Gakle of Paradise; son, Kirk Gakle of Lakewood; daughters, Cheri Miller of Dietrich, Idaho, Kathie McArthur of Sandy, Utah, and Laura Eastman of Manti, Utah; brothers, Joe Lawrence of Coos Bay, Ore., and Elwyn Lawrence of Sunnyvale; sisters, Bessie Wiggins of Dixon, and Marie Laughlin of Olivehurst; 16 grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; and many, many nephews and nieces. A funeral service will be held at 4 p.m. today at The Church of Latter-day Saints, 1275 Bille Rd. Graveside services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday at Bellevue Cemetary in Ontario. A visitation will also be held at 3 p.m. in the church’s Relief Society Room. Sorensen’s Affordable Mortuaries is handling arrangements. Daryl Phillips July 27, 1954 - Aug. 9, 2001 Money was Donald K. Nolte’s speciality. He was an accountant, a controller and a treasurer for Engineers Limited Pipeline of San Francisco. He also worked in finance while serving in the U.S. Army during World War II. Mr. Nolte was born in Iowa in 1910, where he later graduated from Iowa State College. He enjoyed world travel, gardening, the stock market and sports. Mr. Nolte was a member of the Davis Methodist Church, Free and Accepted Masons of California, the B.P.O.E, Ridge Runners Square Dance Club, Sons in Retirement, Paradise Symphony Society and the Paradise Community Concert Association. Mr. Nolte died Sunday at age 90. He is survived by his wife of 46 years, Doris Nolte; nephews Bob Nolte of Los Altos, Tom Nolte of Edwards, Jim Nolte of Modesto, and John Nolte of Lodi; and many more relatives and friends. A memorial service will be held at 2:30 p.m. Monday, at the Davis Methodist Church, 1620 Anderson Road, Davis. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Shriner’s Children’s Hospital of Sacramento or the Davis Methodist Church Building Fund. Daryl C. Phillips was able to say that he fulfilled his lifelong dream. An avid baseball fan, he could name players and statistics from throughout baseball history. His dream came true when the “Dream Foundation” sent him to do an interview with Los Angeles Dodgers’ announcer Vin Scully. He was born in Huntington Park in 1954, and worked as a computer repairman for Unisys Corp. for 10 years. Mr. Phillips also did remodeling and construction for Carmichael Oaks and Oak Knoll retirement homes. He accepted Jesus as his personal savior in 1980, and traveled the U.S. in the years that followed. He loved the outdoors, the big trees in Paradise and visiting with the seniors at the retirement homes. On his last birthday, they sent him a birthday card with 35 loving signatures. Mr. Phillips died on Aug. 9 at age 47. His father, James Phillips, preceded him in death in 1989. He is survived by his sister and brother-in-law, Sheryl and Jim Watson of Incline Village, Nev.; nephew Jimmy of Incline Village, Nev.; and paternal grandfather Calvin J. Phillips of Paradise. Memorial services were held Saturday at Rose Hills Memorial Park in Whittier. Memorial Contributions may be made to Paradise Hospice and Home Care. Rose Chapel Mortuary is handling arrangements. Louise Doyle January 9, 1910 - August 15, 2001 Louise E. Doyle loved gardening and entertaining her friends at her home in Paradise. She was employed as a domestic worker for 15 years for Mr. and Mrs. Fred Danford in Redwood City, and was a graduate of the Los Angeles Catering School. She also had her own business in Claremont and Ontario. Mrs. Doyle was a member of the Christian Missionary Alliance Church, and was very active in church. She also taught one of the adult ladies’ classes. Mrs. Doyle died Wednesday at age 91. She was preceded in death by her husband of 50 years, Joseph M. Doyle and seven sisters. She is survived by her daughter, Kathleen Clinton of Paradise; grandchildren Rory York of Alabama, Joanna Raynor of Oklahoma, and Kimberly Prado-Page of Nevada; and six great-grandchildren. A memorial service will be held at 10 a.m. Monday at the Paradise Cemetery. A visitation will be held between 1 p.m. and 5 p.m. Sunday at Rose Chapel Mortuary. Rose Chapel Mortuary is handling arrangements. Pearl Franke July 4, 1909 - August 8, 2001 Pearl Franke may have been born on America’s Independence Day, but it wasn’t until she moved to the U.S that her birthday gained a second meaning. Mrs. Franke was born in Russia in 1909 to Zurak and Liza Yagnatinskaya. Her first husband, Charles Haines Comfort, was the founded the Paradise Post in 1945. She marriage her second husband, Willard Franke, in 1950 in Washoe County, Nev. Mrs. Franke worked for Tike Decious Ford in Chico as office manager for many years, and was very active in the Republican Party’s “inner circle.” She also enjoyed traveling with her husband. Mrs. Franke died Aug. 8 at age 90. She is survived by her husband, Willard Franke of Paradise; and sister Tanya Hollenbeck of Toledo, Ohio. Cremation will take place at Chapel of the Pines Cemetery and Inurnment. Paradise Chapel of the Pines is handling arrangements. Lydia Sanchez September 10, 1924 - August 10, 2001 Lydia E. Sanchez, a resident of Paradise for 20 years, worked as a surgical technician and a nurse’s aide. She also worked for Southern Pacific and the U.S. Army. She was a member of Elks Wives, Veterans of Foreign Wars and Railroad. She was always amusing her friends with her sense of humor. She liked to dance and to play slot machines. Mrs. Sanchez died Friday in Paradise. She was 76. In Mercer, Wis., she was born to August and Monica Peter. She graduated from Mercer High School. She is survived by her husband, Manuel Sanchez; two daughters, Rita Sanchez of Paradise and Barbara Castro of Pacifica; a son, Albert Sanchez of Fremont; eight brothers; a sister; four grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren. A service was held Tuesday at the Senior Center. Her Burial will be private. Contributions in Mrs. Sanchez’s memory may be given to the Parkinson’s Disease Association or the Diabetes Association. Daryl Phillips July 27, 1954 - Aug. 9, 2001 Daryl C. Phillips was able to say that he fulfilled his lifelong dream. An avid baseball fan, he could name players and statistics from throughout baseball history. His dream came true when the “Dream Foundation” sent him to do an interview with Los Angeles Dodgers’ announcer Vin Scully. He was born in Huntington Park in 1954, and worked as a computer repairman for Unisys Corp. for 10 years. Mr. Phillips also did remodeling and construction for Carmichael Oaks and Oak Knoll retirement homes. He accepted Jesus as his personal savior in 1980, and traveled the U.S. in the years that followed. He loved the outdoors, the big trees in Paradise and visiting with the seniors at the retirement homes. On his last birthday, they sent him a birthday card with 35 loving signatures. Mr. Phillips died on Aug. 9 at age 47. His father, James Phillips, preceded him in death in 1989. He is survived by his mother and stepfather, Janis and Sam Tulumello of Paradise; sister and brother-in-law, Sheryl and Jim Watson of Incline Village, Nev.; nephew Jimmy of Incline Village, Nev.; and paternal grandfather Calvin J. Phillips of Paradise. Memorial services were held Aug. 11, at Rose Hills Memorial Park in Whittier. Memorial Contributions may be made to Paradise Hospice and Home Care. Rose Chapel Mortuary is handling arrangements. Phyllis Gakle Feb. 17, 1920 - Aug. 12, 2001 Phyllis Flossie Alice Gakle’s travels led her on many adventures. She loved globe-trotting by cruise ships, and also traveled extensively throughout the United States. Mrs. Gakle grew up in the Santa Cruz Mountains, and marriage John Gakle in 1939. During the war, she worked for Douglas Aircraft as a riveter and then for Pillsbury Company for a few years. She earned a bachelor’s degree in education from California State University, Long Beach in 1970. Mrs. Gakle was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, T.OP.S. (Take Off Pounds Sensibly), P.T.A., Good Sam’s Travel Club, Mutual Young Women’s Association and was also a den mother for Boy Scouts of America. She loved singing and participating in choirs and choral groups. She did oil and water color painting, enjoyed square dancing, boating and water skiing. Mrs. Gakle also loved to visit and be with her family. Mrs. Gakle died on Aug. 12 in her Paradise home. She is survived by her husband, John Gakle of Paradise; son, Kirk Gakle of Lakewood; daughters, Cheri Miller of Dietrich, Idaho, Kathie McArthur of Sandy, Utah, and Laura Eastman of Manti, Utah; brothers, Joe Lawrence of Coos Bay, Ore., and Elwyn Lawrence of Sunnyvale; sisters, Bessie Wiggins of Dixon, and Marie Laughlin of Olivehurst; 16 grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; and many, many nephews and nieces. A funeral service was held Saturday at the Church of Latter-day Saints, 1275 Bille Rd. Graveside services were held Monday at Bellevue Cemetary in Ontario. Sorensen’s Affordable Mortuaries is handling arrangements. Donald Nolte Oct. 11, 1910 - Aug. 12, 2001 Money was Donald K. Nolte’s speciality. He was an accountant, a controller and a treasurer for Engineers Limited Pipeline of San Francisco. He also worked in finance while serving in the U.S. Army during World War II. Mr. Nolte was born in Iowa in 1910, where he later graduated from Iowa State College. He enjoyed world travel, gardening, the stock market and sports. Mr. Nolte was a member of the Davis Methodist Church, Free and Accepted Masons of California, the B.P.O.E, Ridge Runners Square Dance Club, Sons in Retirement, Paradise Symphony Society and the Paradise Community Concert Association. Mr. Nolte died Sunday at age 90. He is survived by his wife of 46 years, Doris Nolte; nephews Bob Nolte of Los Altos, Tom Nolte of Edwards, Jim Nolte of Modesto, and John Nolte of Lodi; and many more relatives and friends. A memorial service will be held at 2:30 p.m. Monday, at the Davis Methodist Church, 1620 Anderson Road, Davis. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Shriner’s Children’s Hospital of Sacramento or the Davis Methodist Church Building Fund. Robert Green March 19, 1921 - Aug. 14, 2001 A Seventh-day Adventist pastor for 28 years, Robert Green died on Aug. 14 in Oroville. He was 80. Born in Colorado to John and Mable Green, Mr. Green had 14 years of education. He worked as a pastor for the Seventh-day Adventist of Paradise, the Upper Ridge Seventh-day Adventist Church and the Golden Feather Seventh-day Adventist Church. A community welfare director, he was also involved with church service. Mr. Green is survived by his wife, Evelyn. The couple had been marriage since Christmas of 1961. The family has requested no services be held at this time. Rose Chapel Mortuary of Paradise is handling the arrangements. Richard Dunkel 8/2/2001 Richard “Dick” Dunkel, the owner and operator of Golden Eagles Nest since 1989, died Monday in Feather River Hospital. Mr. Dunkel, 67, enjoyed playing Santa Claus for the Paradise Recreation and Parks District and at the Santa Claus House next to the Golden Eagles Nest. He also loved gold panning, mining and fishing. He was born to Richard and Emma Dunkel in Florence, Wis. He attended college in Michigan. He served in the U.S. Navy. Mr. Dunkel moved to Paradise from Los Angeles County in 1989. He was president of the Lake Oroville Fish Enhancement Committee, a board member of the Butte County Fish and Game and the California Department of Fish and Game licensing advisory board. For more than two years, Mr. Dunkel wrote a weekly fishing report for the Paradise Post. He was active in the relicensing of the Oroville Dam Project. His wife, Shirley, whom he marriage Dec. 29, 1991, in Paradise, survives him, as do a son , Kevin of Silicon Valley; a daughter, Ann Peak of Redondo Beach; two stepsons, Russell and Dale Johnson of Belleflower; a stepdaughter, Linda Robertson of Corona; two sisters, Emma Timmerman of Detroit, Mich., and Elizabeth Sucor of Illinois; eight grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. A celebration of his life will be held 1 p.m. Monday at Rose Chapel Mortuary. Contributions may be made in Mr. Dunkel’s memory to the family in care of Golden Eagles Nest. Merritt Innes 8/2/2001 Merritt J. Innes, a long-time collector of antique fishing tackle, had a booth at Attic Treasures and owned Merritt’s Tackle in Old Magalia. He was born to Lois and Merritt Innes in Tacoma, Wash., the eldest of four children. During World War II, he served in the U.S. Army Air Forces as a machine gunnery trainer. Before owning his store, he drove a bus for the developmentally disabled and for summer fire crews in Butte County, worked as a taxi driver and owned an ambulance service. He moved to Magalia in 1973. Mr. Innes died Monday at age 81. His wife, Bernice, died before him. He is survived by a son, David of Atlanta; two daughters, Dianna Malley and Doreen Pezzella of Tacoma, Wash.; a stepdaughter, Linda Radcliffe of Santa Rosa and Paradise; two stepsons, Bud Langness of Jackson and William Bartlett of Santa Cruz; a brother, Jack of Thorn Hill, Tenn.; three sisters, Darlene Meagher and Beverly Nelson of Albany, Ore.; numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren; and his long-time friend, Marie Steward. A small memorial service was held yesterday at the Magalia Community Church. He was privately interred at Skyway Memorial Park. The family requests that memorial contributions be made to Paradise Hospice, in care of Paradise Chapel of the Pines, which is handling the arrangements. Frank Furfaro 8/2/2001 Frank E. Furfaro served in the U.S. Army from October 1942 to June 1944. He attended schools in Chicago and Northwestern University. In Cook County, Ill., he worked as a sheriff’s lieutenant. He was former president of the Police Officers’ Association in Chicago, and he was active in the Illinois Republican Party. Mr. Furfaro was a big Chicago Cubs fan. He also loved automobiles and collecting fine art. His favorite hobby was gemology - making jewelry and cutting diamonds. Mr. Furfaro died July 25 at SunBridge Care Center, Paradise. The Paradise resident was 86. He was born to Maria and Luigi Furfaro in Cittanouva, Calabria, Italy. Surviving him are a son, Craig of Magalia; a brother, Victor of Franklin Park, Ill.; a sister, Adrian Ivarone of Woodale, Ill; and one grandson. His wife, Maybelle, died in 1995. Services will be held at a later date at Haben Funeral Home in Skokie, Ill. He will be interred in Maryhill Cemetery in Niles, Ill. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Sons of Italy. Neptune Society of Northern California, Chico branch, is handling the arrangements. Billy Clayborn 8/2/2001 Billy Clayborn, a former resident of Paradise, died Sunday in Redding, where he had lived since 1984. Mr. Clayborn, 51, worked as a telephone operator for Pacific Bell. He was born in Oroville. Mr. Clayborn’s survivors are his wife, Patricia; two sons, Kevin and Jeffery of Redding; a daughter, Jennifer Clayborn of Redding; his mother, Alice Smythe of Tacoma, Wash.; a brother, Paul Smythe of Tacoma; and a sister, Jennifer Smythe of Tacoma. Services will be held 3 p.m. today at North Valley Baptist Church Chapel in Redding. Pastor Douglas Busby of Cornerstone Church will be officiating. McDonald’s Chapel is handling the arrangements. Marc Coulombe 8/7/2001 Marc Anthony Coulombe, who was born and raised in Paradise, died at age 19 in an auto accident July 28. Mr. Coulombe loved music, especially rap. He enjoyed drawing in ink and writing poetry. He also liked camping and being with his friends. Mr. Coulombe had been doing odd jobs and repairs locally. He is survived by his mother, Jeanne Coulombe of Paradise; his stepfather, Ron Richards; his aunt, Vickie Laub; his uncle, Art Coulombe; nieces and nephews; and many friends. Cremation will take place at Chapel of the Pines Crematory, and he will be inurned in his family’s plot in Paradise Cemetery. Memorial services will be held at a later date. Donald Bailey 8/7/2001 Donald Ray Bailey enjoyed working with gold and diamonds, creating jewelry as a hobby. He worked as a heavy equipment operator and was a member of Operating Engineers Local No. 12 in Pasadena. He retired with a disability after 33 years with the union. He was born in Walters, Okla., to Herman and Alma Bailey. He marriage Marilyn Bailey in Lawton, Okla., in 1988. Mr. Bailey died at age 65 Thursday in his home. His survivors include his wife, Marilyn of Paradise; his mother, Alma Bailey of Lawton, Okla.; sons Roy Bailey of Beaverton, Ore., and Edward Bailey of Davis, Okla.; daughter Donna Coshow of Davis, Okla.; sister Shirley Lussier of Lawton, Okla.; brother Roy Bailey of Cache, Okla.; aunts Margaret Spencer and Vera Miller of Lawton, Okla.; one stepson; eight grandchildren; and one great-grandchild. His father, Herman, and one grandchild died before him. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Friday at Magalia Community Church. Dona-tions to Butte Home and Health Hospice or P.A.S.H. in care of Chapel of the Pines Mortuary.Chapel of the Pines Mortuary is handling arrangements. Alden Harold Hess 8/9/2001 Alden Hess was a competitive archer throughout California in his later years. "Al" belonged to the California Bow Hunters Association, Paradise Archers and Chico Archers for many years. Mr. Hess owned and operated Hess Construction, a backhoe service, for 30 years. He served in the armed forces, was involved with Paradise Youth Baseball and was also a member of the Paradise Moose Lodge. Mr. Hess died Saturday at age 61. Surviving him are two daughters, Pam Voet of Redding and Betty Brenner of Texas; a son, Tom of South Lake Tahoe; two sisters, Merna Bieberdorf of Paradise and Bonnie Patterson of Oroville; eight grandchildren; and several great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Sue "Tutu" and a son, Andrew. His family requested that no services be held. A cremation will be held at Chapel of the Pines Mortuary, with a private inurnment to be held in Texas. Chapel of the Pines is handling arrangements. Donald Bailey 8/9/2001 Donald Ray Bailey enjoyed working with gold and diamonds, creating jewelry as a hobby. He worked as a heavy equipment operator and was a member of Operating Engineers Local No. 12 in Pasadena. He retired with a disability after working 12 years. He was born in Walters, Okla. To Herman B. and Alma F. Bailey. He marriage Marilyn Bailey in Lawton, Okla. in 1989. Mr. Bailey died at age 65 Thursday in his home. His survivors include his wife, Marilyn of Paradise; his mother, Alma Bailey of Lawton, Okla.; sons Roy Bailey of Beaverton, Ore., and Edward Bailey of Davis, Okla.; daughter Donna Coshow of Davis, Okla.; sister Shirley Lussier of Lawton, Okla.; brother Roy Bailey of Cache, Okla.; aunts Margaret Spencer and Vera Miller of Lawton, Okla.; one stepson; eight grandchildren; and one great-grandchild. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Friday at Magalia Community Church. Donations to Butte Home and Health Hospice of P.A.S.H. in care of Chapel of the Pines Mortuary. Chapel of the Pines Mortuary is handling arrangements. Robert Osborne 8/9/2001 Robert E. "Sam" Osborne, a happy-go-lucky man, enjoyed helping others. He especially loved antique cars and his dogs. Mr. Osborne operated heavy equipment for PG&E for 25 years. During World War II, he served in the U.S. Navy. Mr. Osborne, 80, died Friday in his Paradise home. He had lived in Butte county for 75 years. He was born in White Waters, Kan. His survivors include a son, Robert "Bob" Osborne Jr. of Burney; a daughter, Norma Jean Evans of Oroville; six grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild; one nephew; and numerous cousins. A graveside service will be held 11 a.m. tomorrow at Paradise Cemetery. Rose Chapel Mortuary is handling the arrangements. Memorial contributions may be made to any charity. Dolores Adams 8/9/2001 Dolores Adams loved to cook, specializing in Mexican dishes and hand-made tortillas. She also loved to sing. Mrs. Adams died, surrounded by family, Monday in her Magalia home. She was born in Nocozari, Sonora, Mexico. She is survived by her husband, Henry of Magalia; two sons, James of Pico Rivera and David of Magalia; 11 grandchildren; 24 great-grandchildren; and seven great-great-grandchildren. A memorial service will be held 3 p.m. Saturday in the chapel at Rose Hills Memorial Park in Whittier. Newton-Bracewell of Magalia is handling the arrangements. Jack Cox 8/9/2001 Jack D. Cox, a teacher for almost 40 years, was named citizen of the year in 1994 by the Concow Grange. He encouraged his students to work with the elderly -- to see life through the eyes of others. Mr. Cox's children, who also are teachers, have carried on their father's tradition of pairing students with the elderly. He retired in 1998 from teaching mostly eighth grade at Concow School. Previously, he taught at Feather Falls School. Mr. Cox loved wood carving, fishing, model railroads and antique tractors. He collected and read Louis L'Amour. He was in the process of building his home in Weaverville. Mr. Cox, 63, died Saturday in his home. He had lived in Paradise 37 years. In Medford, Ore., he was born to Joseph and Delpha Cox. On Dec. 22, 1961, he marriage Jean in Ord Bend. She survives him, as do a son, Kent of Weaverville; two daughters, Jill Owens of Reedley and Kari Cox of Chico; a sister, Delores Jamison of Oroville; and five grandchildren. A son, Jack M. Cox, died in 1995. A memorial service will be held 11 a.m. Wednesday in Rose Chapel, which is handling the arrangements. A graveside service will be held 11 a.m. Monday in Weaverville Cemetery. Bobby Donald 8/11/2001 Bobby Donald Brown was born in Lenora, Kansas, June 2, 1930. His parents were Otis E. Brown and Florence Searls Brown; he was the youngest of a family of eight children. He grew up in Norton, Kansas and entered the service at 18 years of age. He served in the U.S. Army Paratroops from November 1948 to September 1952. He lived in Norton and Phoenix, Arizona from the mid-60’s to March of 1993. At that time he came to live with a sister in Paradise and has been a resident of Paradise since then. Bobby loved to take walks. He loved most kinds of music, 50’s, big band, classical, country and sacred. He liked to laugh and had a wonderful sense of humor. Mr. Brown died at the age of 71, July 25, in his home. A graveside service was held at Saturday, July 28, in the Honor Garden of Lakewood Memorial Park in Hughson, California. Pastor Kevin Moccardini of San Francisco officiated. He is survived by one sister, Betty I. Miller of Paradise, and many nieces and nephews who loved him and will remember him. Roy Achziger 1927-2001 A memorial service for Roy, who passed away July 28, 2001, will be held Saturday August 11, 2001 at 11:00 a.m. at Paradise Chapel of the Pines Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Valley Ridge Home Care and Hospice in care of Athe funeral home. Henrietta Root Leiplein Henrietta Root Leiplein passed away on Sunday, July 8, 2001. She was 99. Henrietta was born in Buffalo, New York on March 14, 1902 to Frank and Caroline Root. She has many brothers and sisters that she lost contact with in the 1940’s. She marriage Clyde A. Leiplein in 1927, and then moved to Southern California. During the 1940’s she worked for Douglas Aircraft, doing defense work. Henrietta retired from Douglas Aircraft in 1966 and moved to Paradise in 1967. She lived in Paradise until 1986, when she moved to the Roseville area with her stepson’s family. Her husband, Clyde A. Leiplein, preceded her in death. Her stepson Kenneth Leiplein, his wife Trish and their children, Christopher 17 and Rebekah 7 months survive Henrietta. Family and friends will be having a graveside memorial on Sunday, August 12 at 3:00 p.m. at the Paradise Cemetery, with a reception following. Anyone who may wish to pay their respect to the family is invited to come. Robert Baker June 20, 1950 to Aug. 5, 2001 Robert Brian Baker, a resident of Paradise for many years, died Aug. 5 in Sedona, Ariz., after a brief illness. He was 51. In Paradise, he had worked in the home construction business. As a hobby, he built museum-quality, miniature houses to scale. He enjoyed hunting and fishing. Mr. Baker leaves a son, his parents and one sister. There will be no local memorial service. Twilo Jones Jan. 30, 1909 to Aug. 8, 2001 Twilo “Linda” Jones worked 40 years as a geologist for Union Oil Co. She was born in Montana to William and Amelia Hough. Mrs. Jones moved to Paradise from Anaheim in 1969. An avid bridge player, she belonged to various bridge clubs in Paradise. She also enjoyed painting. She kept a busy schedule visiting friends. Mrs. Jones died Wednesday in Oroville at age 92. She is survived by many friends. Her husband, Bradford Jones, died Feb. 18, 1994. A service will be held 10:30 a.m. Monday at Stirling City Cemetery. Rose Chapel Mortuary is handling the arrangements. Contributions in Mrs. Jone’s memory may be given to the Paradise Animal Shelter. Carol Johnson April 24, 1939 to Aug. 3, 2001 Carol Lee Johnson was born in Bellflower to Clarence and Mabel Littrell. From 1957 to ’58, she served in the military. She attended college. Thirty years ago, she moved to Butte County. In Chico, she marriage Leroy Johnson on Feb. 14, 1976. She worked in cosmetology for several years. On Aug. 3, Mrs. Johnson died in her Paradise home. She was 62. Besides her husband, Leroy, she is survived by a son, Lee of Paradise; and several cousins. At her request, no services are planned. Paradise Chapel of the Pines is handling the arrangements. She will be privately inurned. Robert Dausey Aug. 20, 1930 - Aug. 8, 2001 Born in Magalia, Robert L. Dausey lived all of his 70 years in Paradise. He graduated from Chico High School in 1949. Then he served in the U.S. Air Force from 1950 to 1954. In Reno, Nev., he marriage Anna Sidles on June 30, 1956. Mr. Dausey worked 35 years for Pacific Bell as a PBX troubleshooter. He was a 4-H leader, a Boy Scout leader and a member of the Kiwanis of Paradise. He loved fishing, camping and bowling. A selfless and giving person, Mr. Dausey is remembered as always being there to help family and friends. Mr. Dausey died Wednesday in Paradise. Mr. Dausey’s survivors include his wife, Anna; a son, Dale of Chico; three daughters, Laura Hill of Chico, Kathryn Newbold of Sacramento and Robena Tolar of Chico; a brother, Ken of Washington; daughter-in-law Sue Dausey of Chico; son-in-law Dale Newbold of Sacramento; 12 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. His parents were Charles and Leila Dausey. Funeral services will be held 10 a.m. tomorrow at Paradise Chapel of the Pines, which is handling the arrangements. A graveside service will follow at Paradise Cemetery. The Veterans Coalition will provide full military honors. Memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association in care of Paradise Chapel of the Pines. Lydia Sanchez Sept. 10, 1924 - Aug. 10, 2001 Lydia E. Sanchez, a resident of Paradise for 20 years, worked as a surgical technician and a nurse’s aide. She also worked for Southern Pacific and the U.S. Army. She was a member of Elks Wives, Veterans of Foreign Wars and Railroad. She was always amusing her friends with her sense of humor. She liked to dance and to play slot machines. Mrs. Sanchez died Friday in Paradise. She was 76. In Mercer, Wis., she was born to August and Monica Peter. She graduated from Mercer High School. She is survived by two daughters, Rita Sanchez of Paradise and Barbara Castro of Pacifica; a son, Albert Sanchez of Fremont; eight brothers; a sister; four grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren. Her husband, Manuel Sanchez, died before her. A service will be held 1 p.m. today at the Senior Center. Her Burial will be private. Contributions in Mrs. Sanchez’s memory may be given to the Parkinson’s Disease Association or the Diabetes Association. Martin George “Marty” Jensen Paradise resident, Martin George “Marty” Jensen, 41, passed away at his parent’s residence in Magalia on Wednesday, August 8, 2001 after a battle with cancer. He was born in San Francisco, CA on July 22,1960 to Adele and Ricky Stoops. Following high school, he served in the United States Air Force. He received his Associates of Art Degree in Journalism and Film Media from the College of Redwoods in Eureka, CA. He had a 25 year career in news reporting in which time he was employed at the Oroville Mercury Register, Channel 7R in Redding and Channel 12 in Chico. He also worked in public broadcasting in Eureka. He was an author and was published. He enjoyed working in the Media and Photography. He is survived by his parents, Adele and Ricky Stoops of Magalia, his aunt and uncle, Suzanne and Cleo Polley; his cousins: Cleo Polley, Jr, Peter Polley, Justin Polley, Andrea Polley, Patricia & Quinn Pander, Dominica & Augustin Mateo; his life long friend, Dawn Rollins and family. A private family sea scattering service will be held aboard the yacht, NAIAD, in San Francisco on September, 6, 2001 at 11:00 AM. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the American Cancer Society. Arrangements under the direction of the Neptune Society of No. CA, Chico Branch. Mylo Whalen 7/14/2001 T. Mylo Whalen grew up and attended schools in Toledo, Ohio, where he graduated from DeVilbiss High School. A small business entrepreneur, he owned a bar and restaurant in Toledo during the 1940s. He marriage his wife, Alice, in Toledo in 1934. She died in November 2000. In 1952, Mr. Whalen moved his family to Southern California. During the 1950s and ’60s, he owned and managed a bowling alley in Chula Vista. Before his retirement he was also a real estate agent. He and his wife moved to Paradise in 1972. Mr. Whalen enjoyed golf and fishing. He was a member of the Elks Lodge in Chula Vista. He was also a member of the Senior Citizens’ Center in Paradise, where he enjoyed playing pool and poker. Mr. Whalen died Monday at Cypress Acres Convalescent Hospital. He was 88. His survivors include his son, Thomas of Danville; two granddaughters; and three great-granddaughters. No services are planned. Neptune Society of Northern California, Chico branch, is handling the arrangements. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Cancer Society or Paradise Hospice. Susan Wilhite 7/17/2001 As a wildlife artist, Susan Wilhite made a living photographing and painting the birds and animals she loved and studied. She traveled to arts and crafts shows across the country selling her work. An avid outdoorswoman, she had a passion for hiking and kayaking. She was born to Frederick and Alta Boyd in Fresno, where she was raised and educated. She lived in various places before settling in Paradise in 1975. She later moved to Magalia. Ms. Wilhite died July 9 in an automobile accident while vacationing in Canada. She was 58. Her survivors include a son, Rob of Magalia; a sister, Joanie James, of Mendocino; and two grandchildren. A casual gathering to honor Ms. Wilhite will be held 5 p.m. Thursday at the Oroville Wildlife Facility, Larkin Access Launching. Everyone is encouraged to bring a kayak, blanket or chair, memories and memorabilia to share. Take Highway 99 south, turn left on Highway 162 east, go 7 miles, turn on Larkin Road and go 3 miles to the facility. Memorial donations may be made to the Susan Wilhite Memorial Fund in care of Newton-Bracewell Funeral Service of Magalia. For information, call 873-7602. Amy Wonacott 7/17/2001 Amy Wonacott, who lived to be 102, liked to crochet, knit, sew, garden, cook and make assorted crafts. A resident of Pardise from 1966 to 1992, she was a member of Eastern Star and Rebekahs. Mrs. Wonacott died July 4 in Yuma, Ariz. She was born to Charlie and Priscilla Scott in Santa Ana. She attended schools in Willits and was marriage there to Eley Wonacott June 12, 1921. He died before her, as did a brother, Walter, and two sisters, Ruth and Edna. Her survivors include a daughter, Edna Green in Yuma, Ariz.; a son, Jeff Wonacott of Corona del Mar; five grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. A private service will be held at a later date. She will be inurned in Magalia Cemetery. Levi Thorup 7/17/2001 Levi Berg Thorup served as past bishop, mission president and patriarch within the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He was self-employed as an insurance salesman for about 30 years. He enjoyed gardening and reading. He also liked listening to his wife, Florence, play the piano before her death in 1997. Mr. Thorup died at age 92 Saturday in Feather River Hospital. He was born in Salt Lake City to John and Andrea Thorup. He moved to Paradise from Fontana in 1976. He is survived by two sons, Burgess of Magalia and Bryce of Paradise; a daughter, Ronda Williams of Ashland, Ore.; 18 grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren. Visitation will be held 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. today at Rose Chapel Mortuary and 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. tomorrow in the Relief Society Room at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, first ward (Buschmann Road). The service will be held in the church at 3 p.m. tomorrow. Mr. Thorup will be interred at Larkin Sunset Lawn, Salt Lake City. Charlotte Chastain 7/17/2001 Charlotte Chastain, a Paradise resident since 1984, died Friday at Riverside Convales-cent Hos-pital. She was 62. Ms. Chastain loved to go shopping. She was born in Oklahoma. Two brothers, William Chastain of Pacifica and Edward Chastain of Paradise, survive her. A graveside service in Paradise Cemetery will be held 1 p.m. tomorrow. Rose Chapel Mortuary is handling the arrangements. Claudine Berg 7/17/2001 After graduating from high school in Marshall, Okla., Claudine “Jo” M. Berg worked for the FBI in Washington, D.C., for a short time. In the early 1940s, she moved to California. She lived in Brentwood for 32 years. Then she and her husband of 37 years, Bengt Berg, retired to Magalia. Mrs. Berg loved crafts, painting, gardening, all wildlife and spending time with her family. She was a member of the Brentwood Soroptomists for many years and the first woman president of the Brentwood Lyon’s Club. Mrs. Berg, 76, died at home Friday. She was born in Wichita, Kan., and raised in Oklahoma. Besides her husband, Bengt, she is survived by two daughters, Mary Jo Hart of Hayward and Melanie Gerkin of Magalia; two sons, Steven Gerkin of Scotts Mills, Ore., and John Berg of La Pine, Ore.; two stepchildren, Jennie Berg and Stefan Berg of Sweden; a sister, Aline Heydman of Oklahoma City; 10 grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren. At her request, no formal services will be held. A private memorial picnic will be held to celebrate her life. In lieu of flowers, contribution in her memory may be made to Butte Home Health Hospice, 10 Constitution Drive, Chico, 95973. Helen Jessen 7/17/2001 Helen Iren Jessen worked 44 years as a telephone operator for Pacific Telephone. She lived in Paradise from 1945 to 1997 before moving to Los Angeles. Mrs. Jessen died Friday at age 90. She was born to Frank and Jessie Bryan in Vacaville. She is survived by nephews and nieces in Los Angeles. Her husband died Oct. 31, 1973 in Paradise. No services are planned. Paradise Chapel of the Pines is handling the arrangements. Mrs. Jessen will be privately buried icon in Los Angeles. Memorial contributions may be made to any favorite charity in care of Chapel of the Pines. John Moritz 7/19/2001 When former Paradise fire Capt. John Moritz was in high school, he rose early to make sure his bedridden mother had water and food for the day before he left the house. “He took care of me when I was flat on my back,” said Dorothy Moritz, who was pregnant and bedridden at the time. “He made sure my pitcher was full and that I could reach it.” Mr. Moritz, who died Monday at Enloe Medical Center, served as a Paradise firefighter from February 1968 to August 1997. Before that, he was a volunteer firefighter. Fire Chief Jim Broshears described his former co-worker, as “one of those guys who would do anything for anybody anytime. “If it was a roof that needed to go on, he was there, pounding nails,” Broshears said. As a young firefighter, Broshears purchased a small house with a large pool. Moritz, an accomplished welder, built a wrought iron railing with a gate to keep the children away from the pool. “There’s no way I could have afforded it at the time,” he said. “I was really proud of that railing.” When he was off work, Mr. Moritz ran a welding business. “There’s wrought iron work of his all over town,” Broshears said. Mr. Moritz also had a claim on Last Chance Creek and enjoyed mining for gold. He also collected mining and firefighting artifacts. He looked forward to annual hunting trips with his friends, which became more and more involved as the years went on. “You know guys,” Broshears said. “We think we’re camping but we drag a whole motel room along.” Mr. Moritz was a member of the Paradise Rod and Gun Club, the Butte County Arson Task Force and the Christian Missionary Alliance Church. He was born in Wyoming and later moved to Nebraska before settling in Paradise 36 years ago. He served in the U.S. Navy. He is survived by his wife, Pat; two sons, John of Chico and Christopher of Paradise; two daughters, Teresa Poe of Sacramento and Katrina LaBonte of Paradise; his mother, Dorothy of Paradise; a brother, Ralph of Pleasanton; a sister, Lois Dowell of Colorado Springs, Colo.; and two grandsons. A service will be held 11 a.m. Saturday at the Christian Missionary Alliance Church. Memorial contributions may be made to the church’s mission fund. Mr. Moritz will be privately inurned. Rose Chapel Mortuary is handling the arrangements. Evelyn Hamlow 7/21/2001 Evelyn Hamlow retired as an aircraft stockroom worker for North American Airlines before moving to Paradise from Hawthorne in 1978. She was a very active member of the Magalia Communi-ty Church. She enjoyed collecting miniatures of all sorts. She also liked to bowl. Mrs. Hamlow, 86, died Tuesday in Paradise. She was born in Fairmont, Minn., to Charles and Edith Wakey. Her husband, John Hamlow, died in 1989. Her survivors include a son, Jerry of Whittier; a daughter, Patt Briston of San Jose; four grandchildren and one great-grandchild. A memorial service will be held 11 a.m. Thursday at Magalia Community Church. Rose Chapel Mortuary is handling the arrangements. Mrs. Hamlow will be interred in Glen Oaks Memorial Park in Chico. Carol Fast 7/21/2001 Carol Fast was born to Robert and Dorothy Craft in Kansas City, Mo. She graduated from Anaheim High School and from Butte College. She had owned a beauty salon back east and also worked with the disabled. On May 30, 1998, she marriage Richard Fast in Reno, Nev. She loved to camp and travel, and she and her husband spent a lot of time on the island of Maui, Hawaii. Mrs. Fast died July 14 of natural causes in a local hospital. She was 54. Besides her husband, Richard, she is survived by two daughters, Julia Herndon of Paradise and Jeanette Gardner of Santa Barbara; and five grandchildren. A memorial service will be held 2 p.m. July 29 at the Four Square Gospel Church on Bille Road. Memorial contributions may be given to the Diabetes Association in care of the Brusie Funeral Home, which is handling the arrangements. Nada Rassman 7/21/2001 Nada J. “Penny” Rassman traveled a lot and especially loved to gamble, especially in her favorite spot, Laughlin, Nev. She worked as a waitress at numerous establishments for 40 years. She also worked at the Wal-Mart distribution center in Reno, Nev. And she owned and operated a board and care home in Oroville. Ms. Rassman died July 13 in Oroville after a long illness. She was 76. She was born in Kellogg, Idaho. She is survived by three sons, Gino Martini of Castro Valley, Mike Martini of Oroville and Steven Ramsey of Sletz, Ore.; two sisters, Carolyn Kraus and Merrilyn Degischer of Paradise; a brother, David Miller of Kellogg, Idaho; seven grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. A graveside service will be held 10 a.m. Friday at the Oroville Cemetery. Neptune Society of Northern California, Chico branch, is handling the arrangements. Donations may be made to the American Lung Association. Gilbert Christensen 7/24/2001 Gilbert P. Christensen liked digging around in his garden, especially growing Easter lily bulbs, which he sold to make a living for a time. A building contractor by profession, Mr. Christensen also was a volunteer for Church Builders of America. He attended Oak Park Academy in Nevada, Iowa, and Union College in Lincoln, Neb. Mr. Christensen, a resident of Paradise for 29 years, died Wednesday at Cypress Acres. He was 96. In Audobon, Iowa, he was born to Jacob and Stena Christensen. He marriage LaMerne in Cherokee, Iowa, in 1933. She died in 1995. He is survived by two daughters, Marjorie Ostenberg of Junction City, Ore., and Carole Paul of Paradise; two brothers, Joseph of Lincoln, Neb., and Donald of New York; six grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. A service was held yesterday at the Paradise Seventh-day Adventist Church. Rose Chapel Mortuary is handling the arrangements. He will be inurned in Paradise Cemetery. Maxine French 7/26/2001 Maxine Louise French, a one-time 20-year resident of Paradise, sold mobile homes in Northern California. She loved to fish and cook. Mrs. French died Saturday in her hometown, Junction City, Ore. She was 82. She was born to Nellie and Lloyd Barger in Iowa. On Dec. 18, 1938, she marriage William Lamar French in Long Beach. Surviving her are a son, William C. French Sr.; a sister, Irene Meader; a brother, Sonny Barger; six grandchildren; and nine great-grandchildren. Predeceasing her are her husband, William, a son, Earl French; two sisters, Hazel Santos and Rosemary Bartley; and a brother, Marvin Barger. The family will hold a gravesite ceremony Sunday in Paradise Cemetery. Toivo Nyy 7/26/2001 Toivo E. Nyy served in the U.S. Army from 1942 to 1944 and was a life member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars. He worked for Alcoa Aluminum for 30 years. He enjoyed the desert and was an amateur radio buff. Mr. Nyy died at Sierra Sunrise in Chico. He was 81. He was a resident of Paradise for a year. In Duluth, Minn., he was born to Olga and John Nyy. One niece and two great-nieces survive him. No services are planned. Neptune Society of Northern California, Chico branch, is handling the arrangements. Sophie Pollard 7/28/2001 Sophie Pollard was an avid collector, accumulating antique postcards, fans, spoons, bells and buttons. Friends and family would save pearly buttons for her, which she gathered over the years until she sewed them onto a black dress, which she wore with pride. The dress had 2,800 buttons. Mrs. Pollard was born to Paula and Louis Hojnacki in Detroit. In infancy she contracted polio, but she overcame the disability. She worked as an assembler for the National Greeting Card Company in Detroit. On Nov. 16, 1940, she marriage Daniel Pollard. The family moved to California in 1962. She and her husband moved from Simi Valley to Paradise 26 years ago. Mrs. Pollard died Wednesday at her son’s Paradise home. She had celebrated her 92nd birthday with family and caregivers. Her survivors include a son, Michael Pollard of Paradise; two grandchildren; one great-grandson; and many nephews. Her husband, Daniel, died in 1980. Also predeceasing her were a sister, Esther Orcutt, and a brother, Felix Hojnack. Visitation and a vigil will be from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday at Rose Chapel. Funeral services will be held 10:30 a.m. at St. Thomas More. Rev. James O’Brian will officiate. Inurnment will follow at Paradise Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be given to Valley Ridge Hospice or the Alzheimer’s Association. Daniel Minton 7/28/2001 Daniel Minton loved working on old cars as well as collecting them - especially a 1955 Chevy he restored. He also enjoyed fishing, camping and playing horseshoes. His prized companion was his Chinese pug named Boomer. He worked more than 26 years as an auto mechanic for the city of Concord. He moved to Magalia eight years ago. Mr. Minton died Wednesday in his home at age 63. He was born in Rapid City, S.D. On Dec. 23, 1959, he marriage Zell in Concord. She survives him, as do four sons, Darrell of Dallas, Daniel Jr. of Bay Point, Dennis of Antioch and Douglas Sr. of Antioch; a daughter, Darlene Freeman of Concord; a brother, Ken of Fulton; three sisters, Betty Wiley of Benicia, Judy Moore of North Jackson, Ohio, and Eldora Cramer of Benicia; and 14 grandchildren. Two brothers and a grandchild died before him. A service will be held 10 a.m. today in Vallejo. He will be interred in Skyview Memorial Lawn in Vallejo. Rose Chapel Mortuary is handling the arrangements. Larry Estes 7/31/2001 Lt. Larry Estes dedicated most of his life to serving the citizens of Butte County. He joined the Butte County Sheriff’s Department in 1970 as a reserve deputy while working full time as an automotive manager in Chico. Lt. Estes loved serving so much, he resigned his management position and joined as a regular sheriff’s deputy in 1973. He attended the first class of the Butte College Law Enforcement Academy in 1973, obtaining a peace officer standards and training basic certificate. Upon graduating, he was assigned to the Paradise and Upper Ridge until his transfer to the Butte Interagency Narcotics Task Force in 1985. Lt. Estes handled narcotic-related crimes until 1989. For this work, he was awarded the 1985 Peace Officer of the Year award from the Chico Elks Lodge. He was known in BINTF as the man who brought laughter and fun to the unit. Therefore, upon his transfer from BINTF, the unit honored him with a Certificate of Appreciation for meritorious performance in the arts of “hoodwinking, chip pitching, singing, tap dancing and choir performance.” “He liked to joke and play around with people,” Sgt. Butch Ellis said. Lt. Estes returned to patrol duties on the Ridge for two years until he was promoted to sergeant in 1991, when he became patrol sergeant and administrative sergeant. In this capacity, he earned a POST Supervisory and an Intermediate Certificate. Noted for his excellence as a supervisor, Lt. Estes was given the Paradise Veterans of Foreign Wars 1993 Peace Office of the Year award. It cited his innate ability to obtain resources with minimal cost. He was responsible for the Biggs Law Enforcement Contact, the Designated Area Deputy Program and Drug Resistance Education program. He was the liaison between the BINTF and Butte Anti-drug Special Supervision units, the reserve coordinator, honor guard coordinator and field training officer coordinator. “Larry was the most upbeat, persevering officer I knew,” Sgt. Tony Burdine said. “Larry was always giving it his all.” In 1994, Lt. Estes transferred to the investigation unit, becoming chief criminal investigator. Once again, he made the unit a fun but professional place to work. A year later, he was promoted to lieutenant and became chief deputy coroner. He earned an Advanced POST Certificate and Management POST Certifi-cate. He was also the coordinator for search and rescue. “If you needed someone behind you, it would be Larry,” Sgt. Perry Reniff said. “Regardless of what rank he was, he would be out there helping his deputies.” In 1998, he was promoted to assistant sheriff in charge of the administration division. He renovated the division, acquiring a new communications center. During the reorganization of the sheriff’s administration in 1999, he became lieutenant in charge of backgrounds, training, internal affairs, civil and court security. Lt. Estes died in the line of duty Thursday in Inskip. The Paradise resident was 61. He was born in San Diego. The most important event in his life was when he marriage Carolyn Reese in Carson City, Nev., July 18, 1966. While on vacation in Mendocino, celebrating their 35th anniversary, he surprised his wife with a beautiful anniversary ring. Lt. Estes enjoyed exploring the outdoors, camping, and riding a jeep or motorcycle. He also loved restoring his 1955 Cameo. Spending time with family and friends was especially important to him. He took great joy in helping anyone he could - at the drop of a hat, his wife said. His humor and optimism brought joy to many. He seemed to know when and where he was needed; he never waited to be called. Besides his wife, Carolyn, survivors include two sons, Brian of Placerville and Darren of Paradise; a daughter, Jennifer of Discovery Bay; and three grandchildren. A memorial service for Lt. Estes and Deputy Bill Hunter, who died with him, will be held 11 a.m. Thursday at the Neighborhood Church in Chico. Visitation will be held noon to 5 p.m. today at Rose Chapel and 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. tomorrow. Contributions in his memory may be made to the Larry Estes Memorial Fund, established to assist the Butte County Sheriff’s Search and Rescue, in care of Butte Community Bank, Paradise branch. Bill Hunter 7/31/2001 He graduated from Butte College and returned to join the 100th class of the Butte College Law Enforcement Academy. He joined the Butte County Sheriff’s Department in August 1998. Two years later, on August 18, he marriage Holly Spurlock of Elk Creek. They lived on a ranch in Durham. He enjoyed owning livestock. An outdoor enthusiast, he fished, hunted and hiked. He was a NASCAR fan and a member of Grace Community Church, Ducks Unlimited and the National Wild Turkey Federation. Deputy Hunter died in the line of duty Thursday in Inskip. He was 26. A closed-casket public visitation will be held tomorrow 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Grace Community Church in Chico. A memorial service for Deputy Hunter and Lt. Larry Estes, who died with him, will be held 11 a.m. Thursday at the Neighborhood Church in Chico. A private Burial will take place at Glen Oaks Memorial Park. Newton-Bracewell Chico Funeral Home is handling the arrangements. Memorial contributions may be made to the Bull Hunter Memorial Fund in care of Newton-Bracewell. Janet Ziel 7/31/2001 Janet Ziel was working as a flight attendant in the Bay Area when she met the love of her life, Dave Ziel, at a Safeway in the winter of 1958. It was love at first sight. They marriage on Oct. 11, 1959. The Ziels moved to Paradise in the summer of 1971. The joy she had raising her four sons spilled over into her work as a teacher’s aide. Paradise Elementary School hired her in 1983. The children adored her, and co-workers respected her. Mrs. Ziel also loved walking with her husband, visiting with friends and neighbors and solving crossword puzzles. Mrs. Ziel, 66, died from complications with cancer Saturday in her Paradise home. She was born to Jack and Clara Ranch in Buckley, Wash. She came from a family of seven sisters and four brothers. Besides her husband, Dave, Mrs. Ziel’s survivors include four sons, Steve of Magalia, Brad of Hayden, Idaho, doug of Post Falls, Idaho, and Greg of Magalia. A memorial service will be held 10 a.m. Friday at Paradise Alliance Church. Memorial contributions may be made to the Paradise Alliance Church, or homegrown flowers may be sent to family. Richard Bracklow 7/31/2001 Richard Gerard Bracklow was born to Paul and Geri Bracklow in Alabama. He lived in Simi Valley and Los Angeles. He moved to Inskip from Anaheim 14-1/2 years ago. He completed high school and two years of college. Mr. Bracklow’s mother, Geri, said he was a caring, loving man with a gentle nature. He loved his dog, Yodle, a wolf-malamut mix. Mr. Bracklow died Thursday at home. He was 46. Surviving him are his parents, Paul and Geri Bracklow of Paradise; four brothers, John of Fieldbrook, David of Chandler, Ariz., Edward of Louisiana and Peter of Southern California; and a sister, Linda Wise of Maryland. A memorial service will be held 10 a.m. tomorrow at Paradise Assembly of God Church. Cremation will be at Paradise Chapel of the Pines. Private inurnment will follow. James Basham II 7/3/2001 James E. Basham II was a foreman who moonlighted as a professional dart player. He also loved country western music, gardening, fishing and camping. Mr. Basham was born in Alameda to James E. Basham Sr. and Kim Basham in 1943. He graduated from Alameda High School and attended college in Yuba City for two years. He also served in the U.S. Air Force for two years. Mr. Basham worked for Todd’s Shipyard as a foreman. He lived in Paradise for 23 years, and was a member of E Clampus Vitas and the Moose Lodge of Paradise. Mr. Basham died Tuesday at age 57. His father preceded him in death. Mr. Basham’s survivors include his mother, Kimberlyu Basham of Yuba City; ex-wife Rita Braz of Modesto; sons James E. Brasham III of Modesto, and Chad Brasham of Modesto; daughter Kimberly Rocha of Modesto; stepson Sean Sampon of Paradise; brother Joe Basham of Taylorsville; sister Susie Davis of Citrus Heights; five grandchildren; and ex-wife and longtime best friend Patricia Tuell. Services are planned for 2 p.m. today. Robert Plannette 7/3/2001 Robert Plannette was a kind and gentle man who deeply loved and cared about his family. He liked to travel, camp, cruise and spend time with his family. He especially enjoyed his two dogs, Cody and Chloe. He worked 35 years as an engineer for GTE. Mr. Plannette lived in Camarillo for 30 years before moving to Magalia in 1996. He was very involved in his children’s activities, including coaching softball and participating in the PTA. He was a member of the Paradise Host Lions Club, but due to his illness, he was unable to attend and give as much time as he would have liked. Mr. Plannette died Thursday of cancer in Paradise. He was 64. His wife, Evelyn, died in July 1998. His survivors include a son, Rob of Magalia and Camarillo; daughter Janelle Plannette of Orangevale; brothers Bert of Redding, and Dave of Camarillo; sisters Pat Engel of Bakersfield, Carolyn Kilpatrick of Carson City, Nev., and Cathryn Heberling of Carson City, Nev. A memorial service will be held at 3 p.m. Thursday at Rose Chapel Mortuary. Agatha Cox 7/3/2001 Agatha Cox was a Paradise resident for 37 years. She was born in Arkansas in 1906 to John and Nannie Williams. She moved to Paradise from El Sobrante in 1964. She died Friday at age 94. Mrs. Cox was preceded in death by her husband Charles in 1998, and by her son William in 2000. She is survived by her daughter-in-law, JoAnne Cox of Lincoln; four grandchildren, and eight great-grandchildren. A family graveside will be held at a later date at the Chester Cemetery. Chapel of the Pines is handling funeral arrangements. Viola Robinson 7/5/2001 Viola K. Robinson worked as a wireman at Librascope in Glendale and Lockheed in Burbank. In 1962, she retired to Paradise, where she owned Crystal Air Cleaners for many years. She was an artist and musician - among many other talents. Mrs. Robinson died Friday at Feather River Hospital. She was 81. In Grand Blanc, Mich., she was born to Ernest and Bessie Stone. On May 16, 1944, she marriage Alden Robinson in Grand Blanc. He survives her, as do a son, Robert; a daughter, Vicki Dinnel; five grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren. At her request, no services are planned. Rose Chapel Mortuary is handling the arrangements. Mrs. Robinson will be interred in Paradise Cemetery. Donald Woodhall 7/5/2001 Donald Carl Woodhall served as an airman in the U.S. Navy from 1950 to 1953 and in the U.S. Air Force from 1954 to 1957. For 30 years, he was self-employed in Reliance Sheet and Strip and in Reliance Custom and Sheering. Mr. Woodhall, a Magalia resident, enjoyed boating, hunting and fishing. He attended two years of college. On Saturday, Mr. Woodhall died in Feather River Hospital at age 66. He was born to Sophie Ely and Donald Woodhall in Sault Ste. Marie, Mich. His survivors include three daughters, Julie Mette of Magalia, Kelly Medina of Boulder City, Nev., and Tori McBride of Magalia; three sons, Eric of Magalia, D.J. of Concord and Mark of Boulder City, Nev.; and a sister, Anne “Babe” Moser of Dayton, Nev. Memorial services will be held 2 p.m. tomorrow at the Paradise Chapel of the Pines Mortuary, which is handling the arrangements. He will be buried icon at sea by the U.S. Navy. Donations in his memory may be given to the American Heart Association. Maxine Palmer 7/5/2001 Maxine Louise Palmer was a member of the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah Witnesses in Paradise. The Paradise resident was the widow of Wilce Palmer, who died in 1994. Mrs. Palmer, 82, died Sunday at Feather River Hospital. She was born to John and Amelia Shoup in Fullerton. Her survivors include two daughters, three grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. No services are planned at this time. She will be cremated at Paradise Chapel of the Pines and inurned in Paradise Cemetery next to her husband, Wilce. Charles Oliver Barnes Jr. 7/7/2001 Charles Oliver Barnes, Jr. was a chemist who loved cooking and fishing. He was born in Redwood City to Charles Sr. and Karma Barnes. Mr. Barnes had a bachelor’s degree in chemistry, and worked for the Advanced Chem Tec Corporation in Louisville, Ky. He was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Mr. Barnes died Sunday. He was 45. Mr. Barnes is survived by his parents, Charles Sr. and Karma Barnes of Paradise; son Charles Barnes III; sister Balinda Jacques; and nephews and nieces. A graveside service was held at 11 a.m. Friday at the Paradise Cemetery. Bishop Lyle Hunt of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints officiated the graveside service. Graveside services were conducted by Chapel of the Pines Mortuary. Chapel of the Pines Mortuary handled arrangements. Kenneth Burnett 7/7/2001 Kenneth Burnett loved watching and playing sports. He enjoyed playing golf and fishing, and was an avid fan of watching football and baseball. He was born in Bakersfield to William and Shirley Burnett in 1962. Mr. Burnett worked for Knudsen and Son Corporation as a machine operator for seven years. He died Thursday at age 38. Mr. Burnett is survived by his wife, Cheri Burnett. Although a service will be scheduled at a later date, a visitation is planned for 10 a.m. Sunday at Rose Chapel Mortuary. Rose Chapel Mortuary is handling arrangements. Betty May 09/22/37 - 06/28/01 Betty May Allen, 63, of Magalia, California died late evening last week of a long illness at her home in Magalia. Mrs. Allen was born in Blackfoot, Idaho. Daughter of Mr and Mrs. Samuel Spicer. She settled in Porterville, California where she lived for several years as a housewife and mother of three. Betty was active as a volunteer in Porterville for Girl Scouts, Blue Birds, PTA and as a Brownie Leader. She also was a member of the Porterville Spinners, A Motorcycle Racing Club where she was a volunteer during Race season. After living in Porterville for several years she moved to the Paradise area where she lived for 15 years. She was a member of the Moose Lodge, Eagles. She enjoyed playing pool tournaments and travel. When Betty could, she often made small clowns for her friends. She was a very special person to a lot of people and always had a shoulder to cry on. Betty will be dearly missed. Her surviving family members are her husband Herbert (J.R.) Allen of Magalia, Daughter Linda Hawthorne also of Magalia, Wanda Carpenter of Paradise and Billy Allen also of Paradise. Betty had four grand children. Christa Hawthorne, Benny Hawthorne J.R. and Leslie Hawthorne all of Magalia and James Carpenter of Paradise. Betty’s mother, May Irene Spicer, several brothers and sisters. The brothers are George Spicer, Jim Spicer, Earl Spicer and Jack Spicer of Potoka, Illinois. The sisters are LaVeta Stueve, Lucille Emerson of Porterville, June Glen of Elko, Nevada. Betty also had many relatives out of the area. There are too many to list but she loved you all and you know who you are! Tami Scott 7/10/2001 Born in San Francisco, Tami Joy Scott was raised and educated in Paradise, where she graduated from high school. Ms. Scott enjoyed animals and being with her family and friends. She was an artist and homemaker. Ms. Scott died of natural causes Friday in her Chico home. She was 41. Surviving her are a daughter, Alea Scott of Chico and Zane Scott of Chico; her mother, Donna Matteis of Paradise; and a brother, Bret Matteis of Bend, Ore. Her father, Duke Matteis, died before her. Funeral services will be held 1 p.m. Thursday at Newton-Bracewell Chico Funeral Home. She will be privately buried icon next to her father in Paradise Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Catalyst Women’s Advocates or to the Butte Humane Society on care of the funeral home. Louise Mickelson 7/10/2001 Louise Mickelson owned and managed a mobile home park in Davis for more than 25 years. She enjoyed traveling, golfing, fishing, reading and sewing. The Magalia resident, 86, was a member of the Paradise Elks Lodge and the California Sportswomen Association. She was born in Jetmore, Kan., attended schools there and graduated from Heald Business College. Mrs. Mickelson died Wednesday in Magalia. Her sister, Artis Meyer of Sacramento, survives her, as do numerous nieces and nephews. Her husband, Gehard Mickelson, who she marriage May 29, 1955, died in 2000. No services will be held. Bidwell Chapel is handling the arrangements. She will be interred in Glen Oaks Memorial Park. Kenneth Burnett 7/10/2001 Kenneth Burnett loved watching and playing sports. He enjoyed playing golf and fishing, and was an avid fan of watching football and baseball. He was born in Bakersfield to William and Shirley Burnett in 1962. Mr. Burnett worked for Knudsen and Son Corporation as a machine operator for seven years. He died Thursday at age 38. Mr. Burnett is survived by his wife, Cheri Burnett; two sons, Steven and Richard of Magalia; three brothers, Thomas, Vernon and Brian, all of California; and three sisters, Debbie Davis, Amey Uetz of Arizona and Kathy Burnett of California. A service will be scheduled at a later date. Rose Chapel Mortuary is handling arrangements. Gregory Boulanet 7/10/2001 Gregory Boulant, a past resident of Paradise, enjoyed kids’ soccer, helping at the Farmers Market, car races and family. For 18 years, he worked at Ernie’s Cash Register as a machine repairman. He served in the U.S. Marine Corps during the Vietnam War. As a member of the American Legion, he was a sergeant at arms, co-commander, commander and chaplain. He was also a member of ODBA. Mr. Boulant, an Oroville resident, died at home July 3. He was 53. He was born in California to Francis and Marion Boulant. Surviving him are his wife, Sheila of Oroville; three sons, Frank and Michael of Oroville, and Matthew of Paradise and two brothers, Michael of Paradise and Scott of Oroville. A service was held Monday at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints on Monte Vista in Oroville. He will be privately inurned at Memorial Park. Memorial contributions may be made to Mrs. Boulant. Scheer Memorial Chapel is handling the arrangements. Marie Leyes 7/10/2001 Marie Cecelia Cooney Leyes, a former resident of Paradise, died in Belmont July 2 at age 90. George, her husband for 50 years, died before her, as did her son Michael in 1961. Her survivors include two sons, Charles and Mark; two daughters, Virginia Kortenkamp and Patricia; her sister Loretto Kelsey of Arizona; 10 grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. A Mass of Resurrection was held Monday in Belmont. She will be interred at Holy Cross Catholic Cemetery in Colma. Donations are preferably sent to St. Vincent De Paul Society, 50 North B St., San Mateo, 94401. Eugene Champion November 25, 1975 - June 12, 2001 Eugene Milton Champion passed away June 12, 2001 after a 3-year battle with colon cancer. He was 25 years old. Born in Long Beach, November 25, 1975, to Denise Dallas and Loyd Champion, he lived in Stirling City before moving to San Pedro where he lived until he completed high school in 1994. Diagnosed with colon cancer in January of 1998, Eugene spent most of the year undergoing radiation and chemotherapy treatment. On October 17, 1998 Eugene wed his fiancée of two years, Susan Schaffer. In January of 1999 he went through a second surgery that found him cancer free. Sadly, in February of 2001 he found that the cancer had returned more aggressively than before. He is survived by his wife Susan of Paradise, mothers Marty Champion of San Pedro and Leilani Wilson of Paradise, father Tom Dallas of Chico, brothers Jeff Champion of San Pedro and Scott Ross of Magalia, sisters Jenny Champion of San Pedro and Anni Wilson of Paradise, and his “adoptive families” the Patty’s of Magalia and the Davis’s of Paradise. Eugene was deeply moved and eternally grateful for all of the wonderful people and organizations that gave so selflessly of themselves so that he could get better. A celebration of his life will be held Sunday, July 15, 2001, at 5:00pm at the Paradise Senior Center on Nunneley Road. Edward A. Hayes (U.S.A.F., ret.) 1/16/34 to 6/7/01 Born January 16, 1934. Passed away at his home in Paradise, CA, June 7, 2001 after a short illness. He is survived by his wife, Carol. Beloved father of James Hayes, Jane Pratt and Jean Caprile. Grandfather to Amber, Erin and Jennifer Pratt; Natalia and J.R. Caprile; Lorre, Nathan and Caleb Hayes. Mr. Hayes served with honor in the USAF from February 1952 retiring in 1975. He was awarded the Air Force Commendation Medal upon his retirement. He served many years of his active duty in foreign countries including Germany, Turkey, Thailand and the Philippines. He was a member of VFW Post 4647 in North Highlands, Rio Linda American Legion, BPO Elks 2026 of Paradise and the Moose Lodge in Paradise. Ed was loved by many and will be missed by all. Services are private. Rose Chapel Mortuary of Paradise is handling arrangements. Gerald Cooper 7/12/2001 Gerald R. Cooper enjoyed spending time with his buddies, especially playing cards. He also restored old motorcycles and cars. From 1952 to 1956, he served in the U.S. Navy. He owned and operated several service stations and worked as a sales representative for Union Oil Co. He was born to W.W. and Dora Cooper in Miami, Okla. He was raised in Avenal and graduated from Avenal High School. Mr. Cooper, a Magalia resident, died Saturday at age 67. He is survived by his wife, Marlene, whom he marriage in Yuma, Ariz., in 1955. Other survivors include a daughter, Sheryl Johnson; a son, Timothy; a brother, Paul of Hayden, Idaho; and four grandchildren. Rose Chapel Mortuary is handling the arrangements. Charles Krueger 7/12/2001 Charles F. Krueger served in the U.S. Army Air Forces during World War II. He was honorably discharged in 1945. Mr. Krueger was self-employed as a building contractor in Sacramento and Paradise for 25 years. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and camping. In Santa Barbara he was born to Gretchen and Julius Krueger. He moved to Paradise 30 years ago. Mr. Krueger died of complications of pneumonia Friday at Feather River Hospital. He was 83. He is survived by two daughters, Kay Haug and Kristin Milton; and four grandchildren. His wife, Dorothy, died before him. He was first marriage to Helen. Services will be private. Rose Chapel Mortuary is handling the arrangements. Mr. Krueger will be interred in Paradise Cemetery. Aubrey O’Donnell 7/12/2001 Aubrey Gary O’Donnell worked as a self-employed carpenter for 20 years. From 1968 to 1970, he served in the U.S. Army Special Forces. Mr. O’Donnell, a Paradise resident, died July 5. He was 59. His wife, Dale, survives him, as do three sons, John Lowe of Oroville, Aaron O’Donnell of Washington and Joshua Cobos of Magalia; two daughters, Angela O’Donnell of El Cajon and Ida Cissney of Paradise; a brother, Nate Barber of California City; a sister Linda Rowley of Modesto; and nine grandchildren. By his family’s request, no services are scheduled at this time. Rose Chapel Mortuary is handling the arrangements. Miriam Zumwalt 7/12/2001 Miriam Zumwalt, a 23-year resident of Paradise, died Friday at age 88. She was born to Charles and Mabel Zumwalt in Los Angeles. She earned a degree from a four-year college. Her nephew, Richard Zumwalt of Paradise, survives her. Paradise Chapel of the Pines is handling the arrangements. Ms. Zumwalt will be privately inurned. Raymond Stringer 7/12/2001 Raymond S. Stringer worked as an electronics technician for 10 years. Mr. Stringer, 72, lived in Paradise several years. He was born in Massachusetts to Erford and Salome Stringer. He graduated from high school. Mr. Stringer died June 28. He has no known survivors. Private services were held. Paradise Chapel of the Pines is in charge of the arrangements. He will be privately inurned. Wayne Barnett 7/14/2001 Wayne Montague Barnett was everybody’s handyman. There was no job he wouldn’t tackle. No matter how challenging it was, he succeeded. All of his life, he was a hard worker. When he was a teenager, he successfully owned a landscape maintenance business. He worked as a building contractor. He also was the manager of Chico Billiards. He was an avid fisherman and prospector. Whenever he could make the time, he would go camping - and bring his rod and gold pan. He also enjoyed playing pool. He was born in Ventura County to Cheryl and Robert Barnett. He attended schools in Southern California and graduated from high school there before attending a vocational college in Northern California. He was a member of Colton Community Church, where he was baptized as a child. Mr. Montague, 31, died in an automobile accident on Highway 32 near Soda Springs. The Chico resident used to live in Paradise and lived in this area for 14 years. He is survived by his companion of 10 years, Molly Summerfield; his mother, Cheryl Nichols of Paradise; a sister, Rebecca Rios of Chico; and several nieces, nephews, aunts and close cousins. A small family memorial will be held July 21 at Hermosa Cemetery in Colton, where he will be inurned. He will be buried icon with his grandmother. Arrangements are being handled by Halls Brothers of Corning. Memorial contributions to help with funeral expenses may be sent to Rebecca Rios, 17 Comstock, Chico, 95926. Isola Wilks 6/21/2001 Isola Diane Wilks enjoyed crocheting and knitting. She worked as a cashier for various retail stores before retiring. Mrs. Wilks died June 12 at Enloe Hospital in Chico. The Paradise resident was 72. She was born in Westwood to Lawrence and Ether McIntosh. Dale Wilks, her husband, survives her. A memorial service will be held 6 p.m. Sunday at the Old Magalia Church. Paradise Chapel of the Pines is handling the arrangements. Mrs. Wilks will be inurned in Paradise Cemetery. Nadine Farrar 6/21/2001 Farrar was an administrative secretary at Rockwell Hanford Co. for 41 years. In Peoria, Okla., she was born to Paul and Louella Poteet. She moved to Paradise in 1984. On June 8, Mrs. Farrar died at Enloe Hospital in Chico. She was 80. Ms. Farrar, who was divorced, left behind a sister, Betty Wendland and two grandnephews, Douglas and Daniel Wendland. No services are planned at this time. Paradise Chapel of the Pines is handling the arrangements. Dorothy Pendleton 6/21/2001 Dorothy Rhoda Pendleton taught school for Madera County School District for seven years. She was a resident of Paradise until a year ago, when she moved to Chico. Mrs. Pendleton, 77, died June 13 at Feather River Hospital. She was born to Arthur and Margaret Wilcox in Berkeley. Surviving her are a son, Richard Pendleton of Gold Beach, Ore.; a brother, William Wilcox of Point Richmond; and one grandson. Her husband, a son and a brother died before her. No services are planned. Paradise Chapel of the Pines is handling the arrangements. Mrs. Pendleton will be privately inurned at Gold Beach, Ore. Shelly Brutsman 6/21/2001 Shelly M. Brutsman, a resident of Paradise, was a member of Hope Christian Center. On Sunday, Mrs. Brutsman died of natural causes in Paradise at age 41. Los Angeles was her birthplace. Her survivors include her husband, Curtis Brutsman; two brothers, Charles Wareham of Los Angeles and John Hagen of San Diego; and a sister, Carrie Gustafson of Willows. The family has requested that no services be held at this time. Rose Chapel Mortuary is handling the arrangements. Jeanne Cargill 6/21/2001 Jeanne Cargill worked 20 years as the store manager of Gensler Lee Co. jewelry store. She had 16 years of education. She was a member of Women of the Moose. Mrs. Cargill, 75, died Saturday in Paradise. She was born in Wisconsin to Daniel and Eva Beaker. She is survived by her husband of 57 years, Dan Cargill; a daughter, Dana Campbell of Billings, Mont.; three brothers, Dan, James and Curtis Becker, all of Wisconsin; and a sister, Nancy Brandon of New Mexico. At the family’s request, no services will be held at this time. Rose Chapel Mortuary is handling the arrangements. Gladys Blanche Rodrigues 6/23/2001 Gladys Blanche Pitcher Rodriguez held many interests and occupations in her life. She was a fashion model for large department stores, a social worker for the state of California and a licensed aviator. “Peg” was born in Hepner, Ore. to Cary and Elena Pitcher in 1906. She spent most of her childhood in Oregon, Alaska and Washington, attended the University of Washington, and later moved to San Francisco. She marriage Alfredo I. Rodriguez in Berkeley in 1931. She then became a homemaker and began 40 years of community service involvement. She also traveled with her husband and lived in the Philippines, Mexico and Peru. After she moved to Paradise in 1948, she continued her involvement in community improvement, such as helping to establish blood drives in town, serving as the first woman chairman of the Butte County Grand Jury, working for the Mental Health Department and serving as a member of the Paradise Community House. Mrs. Rodriguez was the Paradise “Outstanding Citizen” in 1952. She was a founding member and early president of the Butte County Historical Society and enjoyed playing bridge with her friends. The Rodriguezes moved to Chico in 1988, residing first at Oakmont Retirement House and then at Prestige Assisted Living. She died Friday at age 95. Peggy is survived by her husband of 70 years, Alfredo; daughters Dolores Rodriguez of Richmond, Fe’ R. Howard of Chico, and Ramona R. Flynn of Chico; three grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren. A private inurnment will take place at Chapel of the Chimes in Oakland. Arrangements are under the direction of Newton-Bracewell Chico Funeral Home. August Fate 6/23/2001 August F. Fate was an elder at the Paradise Christian Missionary Alliance Church for many years. He worked 12 years as a contractor for air conditioning and heating. As a hobby, he especially enjoyed making clocks. Mr. Fate died Tuesday at Feather River Hospital. The 92-year-old lived in Paradise for 25 years. He was born in Indiana to August and Georgia Fate. His wife, Carmen, died before him. Mr. Fate is survived by a daughter, Georgia Carter of Magalia; two sons, Fred of Acton and Steve of Biggs; six grandchildren; and nine great-grandchildren. Memorial services were held Friday at the Christian Missionary Alliance Church. Paradise Chapel of the Pines is handling the arrangements. He will be inurned next to his wife in the mausoleum at Chico Cemetery. Robert Graham II 6/23/2001 Robert A. Graham II piloted a P-38 on reconnaissance missions photographing enemy positions in Italy during World War II. He flew with the 15th Air Force. He worked 16 years as a brazier helping to build rockets. He golfed, fished and gardened. Thirty years ago, Mr. Graham moved to Paradise from Van Nuys, where he was a member of Masonic Lodge No. 450. Mr. Graham died Tuesday in Chico at age 82. In Worchester, Mass., he was born to Robert and Ann Graham. He is survived by his wife, Lillius, whom he marriage April 13, 1941; a son, Robert of Las Vegas; a daughter, Pamela Graham of Chico; two grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. A graveside service will be held 11 a.m. Monday at Paradise Cemetery. Rose Chapel Mortuary is handling the arrangements. Birdie Silva 6/23/2001 Birdie Mae Silva, a member of the Pentecostal Church, worked as a private nurse for 35 years. She enjoyed fishing, reading, sewing, watching soap operas and being with her family. She was born on a Mohawk Indian Reservation in Savilville, Ky. in 1924 to Wilber and Georgie Minnix. Mrs. Silva grew up and attended schools in Claypool, Ind., and later went to nursing school in Indiana. In 1944, she marriage Theodore Arnold, and came to California in 1947. In 1966, she marriage John Silva. She died Wednesday at age 77. She is survived by her sons, Lee Arnold of Chico, and Theodore Arnold of Redding; daughters Fawn Lutton of Red Bluff, Georgia Szendrey of Chico, and Catherine Kinyon of Red Bluff; 12 grandchildren; and 17 great-grandchildren. A funeral will be held at 3 p.m. Monday at the Skyway Chapel of Sorensen’s Affordable Mortuary. Sorensen’s Affordable Mortuaries-Chico-Gridley is handling arrangements. Louise Hagedorn 6/23/2001 Louise Hagedorn was a self-employed bookkeeper and a member of Sigma Phi Gamma of Paradise. She was born in Iowa in 1921 to George and Emily Therstappen. She died Friday at age 79. She is survived by her husband of 56 years, Walter Hagedorn. Her family has requested that there be no services at this time. Arrangements are being handled by Rose Chapel Mortuary. Marie Velma Northcote 6/23/2001 Marie Velma Northcote loved sewing, knitting, crocheting and gardening. She was born in Shreveport, La. in 1911, and moved to Paradise in 1946, where she has lived ever since. She was marriage to her husband, Ed Northcote, for 50, before he preceded her in death in 1982. She died Monday at age 89. Mrs. Northcote is survived by her son Ed Northcote of Paradise; three grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren. No funeral service is planned at this time. Memorial contributions can be made to Feather River Hospice or The Paradise Senior Center, c/o Chapel of the Pines Funeral Home. Paradise Chapel of the Pines is handling arrangements. Mavis Herman 6/26/2001 Mavis J. Herman worked 10 years for Thurmador as a PBX telephone operator. She enjoyed gardening, sewing, music, travel, camping, painting with oils, and arts and crafts. Mrs. Herman died June 19 in her Paradise home. She was 69. In O’Neil, Neb., she was born to Claude and Fern Wicks. She moved to the Ridge from Willits. In October 1972, she marriage Gilbert Herman, who died before her. Mrs. Herman is survived by three sons, Robert Barnes Jr. of Orlando, Fla., Darrell Copeland Jr. of Clovis and Timothy Copeland of Santa Rosa; two daughters, Cheryl McConnell of O’Neil, Neb., and Debbie Barnes of Paradise; two stepsons, Rick Herman of Saugus and Robert Herman of Woodland Hills; a stepdaughter, Debbie Herman of Woodland Hills; 17 grandchildren; and 10 great-grandchildren. A son, Rodney Copeland, died in 1993. Visitation will be held tomorrow from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Rose Chapel Mortuary. A vigil service will be held 7 p.m. at the chapel tomorrow. A graveside service will be held 10 a.m. Thursday in Paradise Cemetery. Norman Tucker 6/26/2001 Norman M. Tucker Jr. served in the U.S. Air Force during the Korean War. For more than 30 years, he was a subcontractor manager with Lockheed Missile and Space. He received an associate’s degree from College of San Mateo and also attended Stanford University. Mr. Tucker’s hobbies were water skiing, boating, wood crafts and building boats. He also enjoyed studying hard-billed birds. Mr. Tucker, 72, died of a heart attack June 16 in his Magalia home. He was born in San Jose to Ruth and Norman Tucker Sr . Annabelle, his wife of 50 years, survives him, as do three daughters, Pamela Serafine of Paradise, Linda Leighton of Auburn and Debbie Ramey of Pagosa Springs, Colo.; a sister, Ome Stark of Twain Harte; five grandchildren; five step-grandchildren; and one great-grandchild. A private family memorial service will be held at his daughter’s Paradise home. Neptune Society of Northern California, Chico branch, is handling the arrangements. Memorial contributions may be given to the National Kidney Foundation of Northern California. Kenneth Morgan 6/26/2001 Kenneth Winthrope Morgan enlisted in the U.S. Marine Corps in 1942 and served in the South Pacific. He was qualified as a sharpshooter. He specialized in aircraft maintenance and repairs. In 1952, he was discharged as a staff sergeant. He worked for the Long Beach Naval Shipyard as a pipe fitter, and for the Union and Southern Pacific Railroads for 20 years. An avid sportsman, Mr. Morgan was very involved in community activities. He was a member of the Elks Lodge for over 14 years, the American Legion Post at Big Bear Lake and the Veterans of Foreign Wars. Mr. Morgan died Monday at age 80. He is survived by his wife, Nanette Morgan of Magalia; son Kenneth Morgan; daughters Karen Nelson of Temecula, and Kathleen Morgan of Anaheim; sister Verda Bloom; stepsons Wayne Washburn of Springfield, Mo., Harold Washburn of Moreno Valley, and Paul Washburn of Chico; stepdaughter Anita Washburn of Carol Stream, Ill.; seven grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren. No service is planned at this time. Paradise Chapel of the Pines is handling arrangements. Josephine Bloching 6/26/2001 Josephine Bloching was a postmaster in the town of Clayton for 15 years. “Dodie” was born in 1916 in Bay Point to Joseph and Ernestine Pazzi. She marriage the late Norman Bloching in 1936 in Concord. She served as a docent at the Gold Nugget Museum. Her survivors include her son, Richard Bloching of Bakersfield; daughter Norma Carol Dempsey of Oroville; three sisters; and three grandchildren. Funeral services will not be held. Rose Chapel Mortuary is handling arrangements. Marilyn Stout 6/26/2001 Marilyn Stout loved China, oil painting and traveling. She was born in 1924 in Iowa to Harry and Viva Stout, and graduated from Malvern High School in Iowa. She was employed with Bank of America for 33 years as an operations officer. Ms. Stout was a member of the Founders Club of Bank of America, and the West Covina Methodist Church. She died Sunday at age 77. She is survived by her brother, Clifford Stout of Magalia; sister Marjorie Potter of Grass Valley; and several nephews and nieces. A funeral service will be held at Rose Hills in the City of Industry. Memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association. Rose Chapel Mortuary is handling arrangements. Charles Bridgman 6/28/2001 Charles F. Bridgman was working in Honolulu from 1940 to 1942 and was a survivor of the attack on Pearl Harbor, serving on patrol as a PNA under the direction of the U.S. Navy. He continued his 40-year career as an accountant by working for the Bureau of Reclamation, Hoover Dam Project, in Boulder City, Nev., from 1945 to 1950. From 1953 to 1965, he was the manager accountant for Hunt’s Feed in Clovis. He retired in 1975 after working as chief administrative service officer for the Redevelopment Agency of Fresno. He was born in Keene, N.H., to Charles and Mary Black Bridgman. His family moved to Seattle, where he attended school until 1919. He then moved to La Jolla, where he graduated from high school in 1928. Mr. Bridgman attended Woodbury College in Los Angeles, obtaining a business degree in 1932. Mr. Bridgman, a Paradise resident, died Friday at a local care facility. His wfe, Ceena, died in 1992. Survivors include a son, Clark of Paradise; a stepson, Larry Ellis; a stepdaughter, Laurie Zandi of Folsom; two grandchildren in Paradise; and three step-grandchildren. A family memorial service is planned. Neptune Society of Northern California, Chico branch, is handling the arrangements. Paul Moore 6/28/2001 Paul P. Moore, who fought in World War II, was a 22-year veteran of the U.S. Navy. He went on to work 20 years in the Civil Service. A Boy Scout leader for many years, Mr. Moore enjoyed cutting wood and being with his family and grandchildren. Mr. Moore died of cancer Sunday in Magalia, where he had resided. He was 78. In Livingston, Mont., he was born to Philip and Aurelia Moore. He marriage Janne Redman in 1949. She died in 1979. In 1981, he marriage Jeannine Miller, who survives him. He also leaves a son, Philip of Lodi; a stepson, Kenneth Lewis of Tampa, Fla.; two daughters, Barbara Nyles of Richfield, Utah, and Phyllis Irwin of Pittsburg, Calif.; 11 grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren. A memorial service will be held 11 a.m. Saturday at the Church of Latter-day Saints, Buschmann Chapel. Bidwell Chapel is handling the arrangements. Memorial contributions may be given to the American Cancer Association. Stephen Kelley Stephen L. Kelley, an eight-year resident of Paradise, had been a student at California State University, Chico. He graduated with a degree in construction. Mr. Kelley, 52, died June 17 in Feather River Hospital. He was born to Everett and Dorothy Kelley in Los Angeles. No services are planned at this time. Rose Chapel Mortuary is handling the arrangements. Mavis Herman 6/28/2001 Mavis J. Herman worked 10 years for Thurmador as a PBX telephone operator. She enjoyed gardening, sewing, music, travel, camping, painting with oils, and arts and crafts. Mrs. Herman died June 19 in her Paradise home. She was 69. In O’Neil, Neb., she was born to Claude and Fern Wicks. She moved to the Ridge from Willits. In October 1972, she marriage Gilbert Herman, who survives her. Mrs. Herman is also survived by three sons, Robery Barnes Jr. of Orlando, Fla., Darrell Copeland Jr. of Clovis and Timothy Copeland of Santa Rosa; two daughters, Cheryl McConnell of O’Neil, Neb., and Debbie Barnes of Paradise; two stepsons, Rick Herman of Sagus and Robert Herman of Woodland Hills; a stepdaughter, Debbie Herman of Woodland Hills; 17 grandchildren; and 10 great-grandchildren. A son, Rodney Copeland, died in 1993. A graveside service will be held 10 a.m. today in Paradise Cemetery. Rose Chapel Mortuary is handling the arrangements. Leslie Wertz 6/28/2001 Leslie E. Wertz worked in the logging industry, and for the past 35 years, he owned and operated a logging truck. Mr. Wertz loved spending time with his grandchildren. He also enjoyed reading. He was a big fan of the San Francisco 49ers and the Oakland Raiders. From 1954 to 1957, he served in the U.S. Navy. The Magalia resident had lived in Butte County for 39 years. On Sept. 6, 1964, he marriage Penelope O’Callaghan in Reno, Nev. Mr. Wertz died Friday in Quincy after a traffic accident. He was 65. He was born to Leslie and Lila Wertz. Besides his wife, Penelope, and his mother, Lila Pool of Anderson. Mr. Wertz is survived by a daughter, Shelley O’Callaghan of Chico; a sister, Lena Lind of Redding; a granddaughter, Tosca Walston of Chico; and a grandson, Jesse Little of Chico. No services are planned. Paradise Chapel of the Pines is handling the arrangements. Contributions in Mr. Wertz’s memory may be given to the Paradise Library in care of Chapel of the Pines. Marjorie Hart Lynch 6/9/2001 Marjorie Hart Lynch sweetened the lives of those she knew. Her nurturing nature led her to serve as a dorm mother at Los Angeles Pacific College in the late 1950s, and earlier that same decade she owned and operated Harts Delight Icecream in Watsonville. Mrs. Lynch was born to Curtis and Lela Downer in Morresville, Va. She moved to California as a child with her family, and marriage Thomas Hart in 1925. Mrs. Lynch then moved to an apple ranch near Watsonville. Mr. Hart died in 1955, and she marriage Lester Lynch 10 years later. Mr. and Mrs. Lynch lived in Paradise and Concow until Mr. Lynch died in 1986. Mrs. Lynch was a member of Bethel Tabernacle in Watsonville and the Paradise Assembly of God Church, where she was active in Sunday school work. She enjoyed quilting and decorating for weddings. Mrs. Lynch was a central figure in maintaining family history and creating family gatherings. Her deep love of nature was an ongoing theme of her life. Mrs. Lynch died Thursday at age 94. Survivors include her son Robert Hart of Fallon, Nev.; daughters Phyllis Garrett of Broken Arrow, Okla., Vivian Lundy of Silver Springs, Nev., and Marie Hart of Chico; 15 grandchildren; 30 great-grandchildren; and 12 great-great-grandchildren. A visitation will be held from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. at Rose Chapel Mortuary, and a graveside service will be held at 11 a.m. Sunday at the Cherokee Cemetery in Cherokee. Rose Chapel Mortuary is handling arrangements. Clifford Kerns 6/12/2001 Clifford Denton Kerns served in two wars in his lifetime. During World War II he served aboard the USS Wasp, and continued service aboard the USS Mt. McKinley during the Korean War. Mr. Kerns was born in 1914 in Conway, Iowa to Walter and Bernice Kerns. He graduated from Creston High School in 1932, enlisted in the Navy the same year, and served until 1934. Mr. Kerns marriage Hazel Swan in 1935 in Long Beach, and re-entered the Navy in 1940. In 1959 he ended his service with the ranking of Lt. Cmdr. and went to work for Lockheed aerospace, retiring 11 years later. After moving to Paradise with his family in 1971, Mr. Kerns received his GR-1 certificate from the Realtor’s Institute of California Association of Realtors. He worked for several realtors until he retired at age 77. Mr. Kerns was a member of the Paradise Masonic Lodge, Veterans of Foreign Wars Paradise Post, Paradise Museum Patron, Elks Lodge, Gold Nugget Museum, Paradise Senior Citizens Association and Coalition, Craig Memorial Church, American Legion and The Retired Officers Association. Mr, Kerns also enjoyed traveling with the Gem and Mineral Society. Mr. Kerns died Thursday at age 86. Surviving him is his wife Hazel of Paradise; son Gary Lee Kerns of Manzini, Swaziland; and five grandchildren. A graveside service will be held at 11 a.m. today at Glen Oaks Memorial Park in Chico. A memorial service will also be held at 3 p.m. Wednesday at the Craig Memorial Church. Memorial contributions may be made to the Shriners Hospital for Crippled Children of the Craig Memorial Church in care of the Brusie Funeral Home. Brusie Funeral Home is handling the arrangements. Luke Hale 6/12/2001 Luke Ray Hale loved to draw, read and play computer games. He attended various local elementary and high schools, as well as Butte College. Mr. Hale was born in Paradise in 1978. He died June 3 in Reno, Nev. Survivors include his mother and stepfather, Debbie and Dan Keehbauch of Reno, Nev.; father and stepmother, Steve and Cheryl Hale of Oroville; grandparents, Ray and Joyce Clevenger of Biggs; Crystal Hale of American Canyon; Jason Siemens of Folsom; Alicia and Steven Hale of Oroville; and also several aunts and uncles. A service will be held at 10 a.m. Wednesday at Grace Baptist Church in Oroville. Donations or flowers may be sent to Grace Baptist Church. Gayle Hill 6/12/2001 Gayle Nancy Hill worked in the offices of Pan American Airlines for 15 years before retiring. She was born in 1911 in Huntsville, Ark., to Isaac and Emma Slape, and lived in Paradise since 1979. Mrs. Hill died Friday at age 89. Surviving her is her husband, Herbert S. Hill of Paradise. Services will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday at Skylawn Memorial Park. Cremation took place at Chapel of the Pines Mortuary. Chapel of the Pines Mortuary is handling the arrangements. Thomas Jones 6/12/2001 Thomas A. Jones had many careers in his life. He worked as a power lineman in Anaheim, an insurance salesman and owned Delta Plastics in Anaheim. He died May 28 at age 71 of a heart attack. Mr. Jones was an active member of Paradise Alliance Church. Surviving him is his wife Joanne; son Jeff Jones; daughters Regina Terrana and Jennifer Ramig; stepson Rick Gause; stepdaughter Susan Baker; brother Robert P. Jones; nine grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren. A memorial service was held May 31 in Santa Ana., and an Interment will be held in Cambridge, Md. William Cadwalader 6/12/2001 William Cadwalader, a masonry contractor, took great pride in his work. He donated the masonry work on the parsonage of Our Savior Lutheran Church in Paradise and the parsonage of Bethany Lutheran Church in Menlo Park, where he was a member. Mr. Cadwalader served with the 112th Engineers Batallion during World War II. After landing at Omaha Beach on D-Day, he fought in the entire invasion of Europe. He was awarded the Presidential Citation with the Oak Leaf Cluster. He enjoyed gardening, traveling and family activities. He was an active member of duplicate bridge clubs and was a member of the American Contract Bridge League, where he earned the rank of Silver Life Master. On Sept. 13, 1947, he marriage Margaret Frese. They lived in Menlo Park. They moved to Paradise in 1972. Mr. Cadwalader died Tuesday in his home at age 89. He was born to Mary and Loyd Cadwalader in Denver. Besides his wife, Margaret, he is survived by four daughters, Kathryn Harris and Margaret Kirsch, both of Sacramento, and Mary Cadwalader and Joan Colyer, both of Paradise; a sister, Marion Chandler of Mendocino; a brother, George Cadwalader of Redwood City; and three grandchildren. A memorial service was held Friday at Rose Chapel Mortuary, which is handling the arrangements. He will be inurned at a later date with full military honors at the San Joaquin Valley National Cemetery in Gustine. Arthur Berexa 6/14/2001 During World War II, Arthur E. Berexa worked on the Manhattan Project, welding parts for the atomic bomb. He co-founded Paradise Meals on Wheels. He did precision welding for Westinghouse during the war and was an underground construction worker for 16 years in Southern California. In San Fernando, Mr. Berexa built the family house. At age 78, he climbed Mount Whitney. He enjoyed reading, metalworking and woodworking. Manufacturing his own designs and inventions gave him satisfaction. A resident of Paradise since 1970, he was a member of Toastmasters and the Operating Engineers Union. He belonged to VASA Lodge with his wife, Evelyn. She died Dec. 14, 1998. They were marriage in Pennsylvania in 1931. Mr. Berexa died June 7 in Chico. He was 92. In Pittsburgh, he was born to Kalman and Julia Berexa. Surviving him are two sons, Richard and Arthur, both of Chico; a daughter, Nancy Farquhar of Chico; six grandchildren; and nine great-grandchildren. A service will be held 11 a.m. tomorrow at Craig Memorial Congregational Church. Dr. Jack Carmichael will officiate. Visitation will be today from 3 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Rose Chapel Mortuary. He will be interred at Paradise Cemetery. Loyal Wideen 6/14/2001 Loyal Colby “Slim” Wideen was the “nicest man you’d ever want to meet,” say people who knew him. A master handyman, he worked 15 years for Douglas Aircraft in Long Beach. He also was a lather during 20 years of construction work. He loved fishing and camping. He created oil paintings of nature scenes. In 1976, he moved to Paradise from Bellflower. He attended Paradise Ridge Southern Baptist Church and was a member of Paradise Elks Lodge. Mr. Wideen, 86, died Tuesday in Paradise. He was born in Monroe, Utah. His wife of 15 years, Hilda, survives him, as do two sons, Richard of Stockton and Gregory of Rancho Santa Margarita; a daughter, Karen Brooks of Sacramento; a stepdaughter, Maureen Darrow of Roseburg, Ore.; 10 grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. A services will be held 3 p.m. tomorrow at Paradise Ridge Southern Baptist Church. Paradise Chapel of the Pines is handling the arrangements. Mr. Wideen will be interred at Paradise Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the building fund of the Paradise Ridge Southern Baptist Church. Arthur Carrero 6/14/2001 After working as a truck driver, Arthur Steven Carrero entered the U.S. Marine Corps to fight in Vietnam from 1968 to 1970. He received the Purple Heart Medal, Good Conduct Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Campaign Medal and Vietnam Service Medal. He was a marksman and sharpshooter. In Paradise, he was a member of Disabled American Veterans. He moved to Magalia from San Leandro seven years ago. Mr. Carrero died Friday in his Magalia home at age 55. He was born in Oakland to Arthur and Evelyn Carrero. He is survived by his daughter, Jeannie Carrero of Modesto. Memorial services will be held at noon Tuesday at Chapel of the Pines Mortuary. The Butte County Veterans Coalition will provide full military honors at the chapel following the service. Mr. Carrero will be interred in Holy Sepulchre Cemetery in Hayward. James Kalligas 6/14/2001 James Paul Kalligas served in the U.S. Navy during World War II and the U.S. Army in the 1950s and ’60s. Then he was a supervisor with the California Alcohol Beverage Control Department for more than 20 years. In 1962, he graduated from the University of Maryland. He was a member of the VFW. The outdoors, car racing, fishing and football were his enthusiasms. He moved to Magalia in 1989 from San Francisco. Mr. Kalligas died June 6 at Feather River Hospital. He was 77. In Montgomery, Ala., he was born to Angelos and Theresa Kalligas. His wife of 25 years, Bongsoo, survives him, as do his daughter, Soyoung Yamashita of Walnut Creek; and two grandsons. A private ceremony will be held. Neptune Society of Northern California, Chico branch, is handling the arrangements. Bonnie Tomey 6/14/2001 achel Tomey worked as a licensed vocational nurse for 40 years after graduating from nursing school in Anaheim. Ms. Tomey died Monday in Enloe Hospital. The Paradise resident was 61. She moved to town from Los Angeles in 1994. She was born in Texas. Her survivors include two brothers, Larry and David Hopkins, both of Minnesota; and a sister, Linda Kiekenapp of Minnesota. No services are planned. She will be cremated at Paradise Chapel of the Pines, which is handling the arrnagements. She will be privately inurned. Marie Rainey 6/14/2001 Marie Ethelene Rainey died Sunday in Feather River Hospital. She was 82. Mrs. Rainey moved to Paradise from San Jose in 1987. She was born in Washington, Ind., to Bessie and Roy Bahr Sr.. Her husband, Jack Rainey, died in September 1987. She is survived by a son, Jack of Paradise; a daughter, Raymona Watson of Sacramento; a grandchild; and two great-grandchildren. No services are planned. Paradise Chapel of the Pines is handling the arrangements. Her ashes will be scattered at sea off the coast of Santa Cruz. Josette Christina 6/16/2001 Josette E. Christina always had a big smile and an “Aloha” for everyone she came into contact with. She was born in Kapaa, Kauai, Hawaii in 1935 to Christopher and Isabel Espin, attended Hayward High School, nursing school, and worked as a PBX operator. She marriage August A. Camacho, who preceded her in death. Ms. Christina belonged to the Magalia Community Church and was active in Bible study. She loved being with family and friends and was always quick to give a hug and a smile. She also enjoyed singing and playing the ukulele. Ms. Christina died June 8 at age 66. Her survivors include her son, Jamie Camacho of Paradise; daughters Julie Camacho Kawagishi of Anaholo, Kauai, Hawaii, and Augustina Camacho Corbett of Reno, Nev.; step-daughter Diane Camacho of California; brother Chris Espin of Las Vegas, Nev.; sister Beatrice Daligdig of Kapaa, Kauai, Hawaii; five grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; and numerous nephews and nieces. A memorial service will be held at 5 p.m. Sunday at the Magalia Community Church, and a pot luck dinner will follow. Paradise Chapel of the Pines Funeral Home is handling arrangements. Mildren Williamson 6/16/2001 Mildred T. Williamson had many interests in her life. She ranched, had a retail store with her husband, and was a self employed property owner. “Sandy” was born in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada to James and Wilhemina Hart in 1932. She marriage Phillip Williamson, who died in 1990. Before moving to Paradise, where she lived for the last eight months, Mrs. Williamson lived in Susanville and Arizona. She enjoyed traveling, visiting garage sales, gardening and growing indoor plants, which she would give to friends before going to Arizona for the winter. She loved helping others and giving rides to medical appointments. Mrs. Williamson was a member of the Paradise Eagles Lodge, Moose Lodge, Veterans of Foreign War Auxiliary, American Legion and hospice volunteer and the Magalia Pines Baptist Church. Surviving her are her two sons, John McCormick of Renton, Wash., and James T. Lynch of Santa Cruz; daughters Susan Baxter of Paradise, and Carol Cotter of Susanville; sisters Marion Chartrand of Peterborough, Ontario, Canada, and Doreen Pranschke of San Jose; seven grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren. Mrs. Williamson’s family will have a private celebration of life at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to Paradise Hospice and Home Care. Rose Chapel Mortuary is handling arrangements. Harley Clark 6/16/2001 Harley A. “Dick” Clark served for 31 years as building and grounds supervisor at Escondido Elementary School. He was born in 1916 in Iowa to Harley and Bessie Clark. Mr. Clark also served in the Navy during World War II. He belonged to the Paradise Alliance Church, the American Legion and Disabled American Veterans. Mr. Clark died Monday at age 84. Surviving him is his wife of 61 years, Wilma Clark of Paradise; daughter, Sharon Parker of Paradise; sister, Wilma Harkness of Cromwell, Iowa; two grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren. A private graveside service will be held. Rose Chapel Mortuary is handling the arrangements. Jack Lee Hartman Jr. 6/19/2001 Jack was born in Lynwood, California to Jack and Ann Hartman. Ann remarried Merle Stout and together they raised Jack, his sister Linda and brother, Danny. Jack marriage Linda Small on 8/1/1970 and together they had five beautiful children. Jack also has a son, David born to Sharron Smith. Jack remarried on 7/18/1983 Linda Hagey. An infant daughter, Diana, preceded Jack in death. He is survived by his children; Jack the third, Brenda, Angela, Jason and David. He leaves five beautiful grandchildren and another on the way. His father, Jack Senior and Marge, his parents, Ann and Merle Stout, his sister Linda and his brother, Danny, also survive him. His wife of seventeen years, Linda and stepsons Chris and Mike Clausen and their children survive him. Jack had many biological and step-grandchildren, some he has never seen. They would have made him proud, as would his children. Though you had a troubled life your family wishes you peace now. Frank Czechowicz 6/19/2001 Frank Czechowicz was instrumental in organizing the men’s retreat at his church, St. Thomas More Catholic Church. Born in Auburn, N.Y., he grew up in Poland and returned to the United States in 1933. His parents were Frank and Anna Czechowicz. He owned the Auburn Wallpaper & Paint Store until his retirement in 1983. In Paradise, he was a fourth-degree member of the Knights of Columbus and a member of Elks Lodge, SIR Branch 82 and the Paradise Pines Golf Club. Mr. Czechowicz died at age 86. Survivors include his son, Robert Tuleya of Oakhurst; daughters, Monica Czechowicz of Paradise, and Lorraine Dacey of Auburn, N.Y.; brothers, Witold and Joseph of Poland; sisters, Genevieve Woloszyn of Johnson City, and Anna Szymula of Poland; very dear friend Sophia Corbett of Paradise; four grandchildren; one great-grandchild; and several nephews and nieces. A funeral service will be held at 8:30 a.m. Wednesday at St. Thomas More Church in Paradise. Memorial contributions may be made to the Valley Ridge Hospice, 7076 B Skyway, Paradise, CA, or to St. Thomas More, 767 Elliott Rd., Paradise, CA 95969. Paradise Chapel of the Pines Funeral Home handled arrangements. Carolee McCombs 6/19/2001 Carolee McCombs, tirelessly helped family and friends with medical and support counseling throughout her life. She was born in Santa Cruz, graduated from Vallejo High School in 1963, and received a nursing credential while later living in Napa. Ms. McCombs was an RN in Napa, as well as at Enloe Hospital in 1977. She also earned a real estate license, and worked in real estate in the early 1980s in Chico and Paradise, all the while keeping her RN license current. She was also an accomplished swimmer. She died June 11 at age 56 after a long illness. Ms. McCombs is survived by her son, Rob and daughter-in-law Tracie Tachovsky of Templeton; by Rob’s father Larry Tachovsky of Vacaville; brother Doug and sister-in-law Delight McCombs of Paradise; and granddaughter Kylee Tachovsky of Templeton. She was preceded in death by her father and mother, Fred and Dorothy McCombs; and brother Robert McCombs of Reno. A memorial service was held Monday at the United Methodist Church in Paradise. Flowers and remembrances may be made in her name at Rose Chapel Mortuary, 6382 Clark Rd., Paradise, CA 95969. Dorothy Laskey 6/19/2001 Dorothy L. Laskey worked as a secretary for the IRS for five years. She also was a great homemaker and enjoyed cooking, sewing, reading and traveling. She was born in Stilts, Md. In 1920 to Paul and Mabel Lambert. She marriage Marvin Laskey, who preceded her in death in 1996. Mrs. Laskey died at age 80 in Chico. She is survived by her sons, Jerry Laskey of Paradise and Richard Laskey of Derby, Kan.; brother Paul Laskey of Orlando, Fla.; sister Mildred Tweed of New Freedom, Va.; five grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her brother, Henry; and sisters Corrine Corbet and Helen LaMotte. A memorial service was held Monday at Rose Chapel Mortuary. Memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association, 780 B Luther Dr., P.O. Box 3148, Paradise, CA 95967. Rose Chapel Mortuary is handled funeral arrangements. Eugene Champion 6/21/2001 Eugene Champion worked for KZAP for two years as an office manager before selling insurance for Nevin and Witt Insurance Co. He was very active in the Boy Scouts of America and the Boys & Girls Club of Paradise. He loved kids, cooking and computers. He was born in San Pedro, where he graduated from high school. He also attended Butte College. Last year, he marriage Susan Schaffer in Paradise. Mr. Champion, 25, died of cancer June 12 in his Paradise home. Besides his wife, Susan, he is survived by his parents, Loyd and Marty Champion of San Pedro, Tom Dallas of Chico and Denise Dallas of Magalia; two brothers, Jeff Champion of San Pedro and Scott Ross of Magalia; and a sister, Jenny Champion of San Pedro. A memorial service will be held at a later date. Brusie Funeral Home is handling the arrangements. Memorial services will be held at a later date. Contributions in his memory may be made to the American Cancer Society or Paradise Hospice in care of Brusie Funeral Home. Marianne Janesko 6/2/2001 “Marianne Janesko’s green thumb brought happiness to all those she touched, and she gardened everywhere,” said her sister, Patty Martin. Mrs. Janesko was a greenhouse assistant in Fairfield for many years. Her duties included keeping up the houses, watering, and loading and unloading trucks. “She gave flowers to everyone,” said Martin. In her own garden she planted a variety of flowers and herbs. Roses and Iris decorated her land and intertwined with bee’s balm and plots of medicinal herbs. Echinacea, thyme and sage found a home in her garden. In addition to gardening, Mrs. Janesko worked at a number of other jobs and carried on a number of hobbies. She was an in-home care provider for many different residents of the Ridge as well. “She brought love and smiles to the many she cared for,” said Martin. She was also a member of the Senior Citizens in Stirling City and the Peace Center in Solano County. Mrs. Janesko was born in Ashfork, Ariz., to Mr. and Mrs. R.P. Martin. She was a student at Crystal Elementary in Suisun City, and later a graduate of Armijo High in Fairfield in 1959. In 1967, she was marriage to her late husband Paul Janesko. The two were introduced through her sister’s husband and marriage within a year. He died in 1973. Mrs. Janesko moved to Stirling City in 1993 and stayed there for the remainder of her life. She died on May 25 at age 60. In addition to her sister, Mrs. Janesko is survived by her son, Sean Allen Janesko of Stirling City. Services are planned for 2 p.m. tomorrow at the Stirling City Community Hall. A picnic memorial is planned. Contributions may be sent to the Janesko family, P.O. Box 176, Stirling City, CA, 95978. Arrangements are being handled by Bidwell Chapel. June Gooch 6/2/2001 June Gooch was a nurse’s aide for 30 years in Alameda County. She was also a member of the Alameda County Employee Associated. Mrs. Gooch enjoyed traveling and gambling, as well as cooking and volunteering in the community. She also enjoyed spending time with her friends and family. Mrs. Gooch was born on the Fourth of July, 1921, in Great Bend, Kan. Her parents were James and Jessie Sanders. Mrs. Gooch was 79 when she died Monday. She is survived by two daughters, Tamara Mooney of Arkansas and Gail Ennis of Paradise; two sons, Melvin Lietzke of Atascadero and Dean Laho of Paradise; 13 grandchildren; 22 great-grandchildren and three great-great-grandchildren. Services are planned for Tuesday at 2 p.m. at the Paradise Church of Religious Science. Arrangements are being handled by Bidwell Chapel. Memorial contributions may be donated to PASH, in care of Bidwell Chapel. Louise Kennedy 6/2/2001 Paul A. Huber liked fishing, camping, golfing, bowling and playing cards, especially poker and pinochle. He was very active with Little League, and he was an avid 49er fan. He attended Magalia Community Church. He was born in Solon, Iowa, to Arnold and Mildred Huber. He graduated from Solon High School. He marriage Elsie “Sandy” Svoboda in 1953 and moved to Southern California in 1960. There he worked 25 years as a carpenter. Mr. Huber was a member of the Southern California Carpenters Union. He and his wife moved to Magalia in 1989. Mr. Huber died in his home Tuesday of renal failure. He was 72. Besides his wife, Mr. Huber is survived by two daughters, Debbie Sanchez of Palmdale and Susie Alena of Temple City; three brothers, Skip, Jim and Ben of Solon, Iowa; a sister, Marilyn Merritt of Waco, Texas; and five grandchildren. Two sons, infant Jerry and 19-year-old Gary, died before him. His brother John also preceded him in death. At his request, no services will be held. A private family memorial service will be held at a later date. Neptune Society of Northern California, Chico branch, is handling the arrangements. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Magalia Community Church youth group in care of Pastor Rick Prinz. Elizabeth Margaret Mohr 6/5/2001 Although Elizabeth Margaret Mohr was a seamstress by profession, she also worked as a riveter on airplane frames during World War II. “Betty” Mohr was born in West Virginia in 1926 to Antoni and Margaret Kendzior. She was marriage to Sherman Finley Mohr for 25 years. Mrs. Mohr was a member of the Moose Lodge and the local Veterans of Foreign Wars for 40 years in Oroville where she lived. She was also a member of the Bangor Womens’ Club for 30 years and the Gleaners for 17 years. Mrs. Mohr died of natural causes at age 74. She loved bingo, fishing, baseball, football, cooking, gardening, quilting and watching old movies. Mrs. Mohr is survived by daughters, Cheryl Lambert and Elizabeth Glaze; brother, Anthony Kendzior; five grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; 12 nephews and nieces; 19 great-nephews and nieces; and 30 great-great-grandnephews and nieces. A memorial will be held at 6 p.m. Thursday at the Palermo Grange No. 493 in Palermo. Arrangements are being handled by Rose Chapel Mortuary. James Goates 6/5/2001 James William “Bill” Goates maintained and cleaned Paradise High School for 12 years. He moved to Paradise from Buena Park in 1968. The youngest of eight children, Mr. Goates loved getting together with his large family. He camped, fished and golfed. He also enjoyed bowling on several leagues. In Copeland, Ark., he was born to David and Eady Goates. He marriage Glenna Lee Richardson in Fullerton in 1939. Mr. Goates died Sunday at home. He was 81. Surviving him are his wife, Glenna; two sons, James of Paradise and Glen of Redding; two daughters, Madonna Wallick of Paradise and Linda Telfer of Chico; a sister, Eva Beale of Arkansas; 11 grandchildren; and 15 great-grandchildren. Visitation will be held 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. today at Rose Chapel Mortuary, which is handling the arrangements. A service will be held 11 a.m. tomorrow at Paradise Alliance Church. Memorial contributions may be given to Valley Ridge Hospice. Ruth Beck 6/5/2001 Ruth Beck, who loved sewing, made quilts for seniors and also enjoyed painting. The former real estate agent worked for Larwin & Sons Real Estate & Development. She was also a homemaker for 55 years. Mrs. Beck, 89, died May 26 at SunBridge Care Center for Paradise. She had lived in Paradise for 35 years. She was born to Harry and Mabel Brown in Amarillo, Texas. In 1982, her husband, Donald Beck, died. Her son, Jerry Hupp, died in 1993. She is divorced from Olin Hupp, who survives her. She is also survived by a stepson, Buddy Beck of Michigan; five grandchildren; three step-grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren. Visitation will be held Thursday from 8 a.m. until the service, which will be 10 a.m. Thursday at Rose Chapel Mortuary. Her inurnment will be private. Audrey Kohler 6/5/2001 Audrey Lorraine Kohler worked as a bookkeeper for Swift & Co. for 20 years. And for 10 years, she was a nurse and caregiver for people in their homes. Besides caring for others, she enjoyed cooking, reading and solving crossword puzzles. In Fresno, she was a member of the Eastern Star and the Women’s Auxiliary of American Legion, Post 4. Mrs. Kohler died Friday. The Paradise resident was 85. She was born in Seattle to Floyd and Lillian Sloan. She graduated from Fresno High School and Fresno Business College. Her survivors include a daughter, Nancy Lukenbill of Magalia; three grandchildren; six great-grandchildren and several nieces. A service will be held in Fresno, where she will be buried icon in Belmont Memorial Park. Contributions in her memory may be made to any favorite charity. Evelyn S. Eklund 6/5/2001 Because of her great love of animals, particularly dogs, Evelyn S. Eklund was a staunch supporter of Guide Dogs for the Blind. For more than 30 years, she worked as an executive secretary for Home Federal Savings & Loan. Mrs. Eklund enjoyed cooking, bowling, gardening and houseboating. Mrs. Eklund died May 29 after battling breast cancer for 19 years. She was 76. A resident of Pacifica for 40 years, she moved to Paradise in 1998. She is survived by her husband, Howard; a daughter, Nancy Kresnicka of Magalia; a son, Gregory Crimmins of Sacramento; a sister, Pat Partridge of Willets; a brother, Donald Partridge of Old Bridge, N.J.; and many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Guide Dogs for the Blind, P.O. Box 151200, San Rafael, CA, 94915. Memorial services will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday at Our Savior Lutheran Church in Paradise. Robert Kelly 6/5/2001 Robert H. Kelly was an avid bowler, hiker and enjoyed travelling in his van. He was born to John and Susie Kelly in St. Louis, Mo., and served in the U.S. Navy during World War II. Mr. Kelly worked as a machinist at Hunters Point Naval Shipyard in San Francisco for 30 years before retiring. He then drove a schoolbus for Harker Academy in San Jose for 10 years. He marriage his wife Dorothy in 1956 in Piedmont. Mr. Kelly died Monday at age 86. He is survived by his wife, Dorothy; daughters, Patricia Kelly Cardoza of Truckee and Kathie Kelly of Arcata; and two grandchildren. A graveside service will by held at 11 a.m. Thursday, at Glen Oaks Memorial Park in Chico. Funeral arrangements are being handled by Brusie Funeral Home. Lillian Evans 6/5/2001 Lillian G. Evans loved feeding birds, gardening, crocheting, reading and playing cards. “Nannie” was born in Correctionville, Iowa, and took up residence in Paradise where she worked as a nurse’s aide at a convalescent hospital for 15 years. Ms. Evans died of natural causes at age 87. Surviving her is her daughter Patricia Saunders of Paradise; one grandchild; two great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her grandson Terry Saunders. Ms. Evans’ family has requested that there be no funeral services at this time. Rose Chapel Mortuary is handling arrangements. Jim Sanchez 6/7/2001 Jim Sanchez was born in Salamanca, Spain, to a bullfighter and ballerina. When a young boy, he worked his way to America as a bricklayer after World War I. He ended up working as a mason for Sugar Canes Co. in Hawaii. After three years he and his family moved to the Bay Area. Sanchez danced with passion. As a young man, he learned to jitterbug, hop and waltz at Oakland dance halls. He won awards as a ballroom dancer. At a dance contest in 1933, he danced nonstop for 22 days and 22 nights. And sometime during all that jitterbugging, he even managed a proposal to his first wife, Mary. “Happiness has a lot to do with what I am,” Mr. Sanchez once said. He lived to be 91. His secret to a long life: prune juice. “It cleans the septic tank and leach lines,” he said. He learned it from his grandfather, who owned prune orchards in Spain. Mr. Sanchez also loved baseball. During the Depression, he had no job, but he umpired for $2 a game. He played in the semi-pros as a shortstop from the 1930s into the 1940s. He managed several baseball giants, including Dennis Eckersley, Billy Martin, Joe Morgan, Willie Stargell, Frank Robinson and Vada Pinson. Sanchez, who moved to Paradise in the 1970s, also umpired for Paradise youngsters. He loved getting to know the kids over the years. “I’ve gone to a lot of weddings of kids I’ve seen grow up.” Besides being a bricklayer for 60 years, he was also a machinist for 30 years. And between working, dancing and enjoying baseball, he also wracked up quite a few bowling trophies. He marriage Mary in 1933, Gloria in 1946 and Shirley about 1969. Mr. Sanchez died May 14 as he wished, surrounded by his family at his son’s home and vineyard, which Mr. Sanchez helped build in Santa Rosa. He is survived by three daughters, Geraldine Krieg, Beverley Forde and Linda Robinson; two sons, Jim Sanchez Jr. and Daniel Sanchez; 16 grandchildren; 22 great-grandchildren; and his second wife, Gloria. A service celebrating his life will be held Sunday in Alameda. The family asks that those who knew him in Paradise send personal stories that can be shared at his memorial. Call Dan Sanchez at (707) 538-7024. Or send a card with a special memory to share to 1551 Los Alamos Rd., Santa Rosa, CA, 95409. Louise Hansen 6/7/2001 Louise Marion Hansen worked in Macy’s department store in San Francisco for 25 years. She moved from there to Paradise 30 years ago. Mrs. Hansen died May 31 in Enloe Hospital. She was 89. Surviving her are a son, Joel of San Francisco; a daughter, “Dolly” Maryanne Kauch of Paradise; a grandchild; and three great-grandchildren. Her husband, Joseph, and a son, James, died before her. Funeral services will be held 3:30 p.m. today at the Paradise Chapel of the Pines Mortuary, which is handling the arrangements. She will be buried icon in Olivet Memorial Park Cemetery in Colma tomorrow at 2:30 p.m. Leola Johnson 6/7/2001 Leola “Lee” M. Johnson graduated from Fremont High School in Oakland in 1941 as class valedictorian. She was exceptionally intelligent, a speed typist and a student of business administration. In San Francisco, she worked for the city and county department of social services as an administrative assistant. She involved herself in many humanitarian causes and was a gourmet cook and seamstress. She also enjoyed needlepoint. Mrs. Johnson was president of the Glenview PTA in Oakland and was president of the Oakland Police Officers’ Wives Association. She moved from San Bruno to Magalia in 1984. Mrs. Johnson, 76, died Sunday at home. Her survivors include two daughters, Holly Johnson of Magalia and Denise Brown of Alameda; and one grandson. Preceding her in death were her husband, James Johnson; a son, Brett Tarabochia; and a grandson, who died five years ago. Memorial services will be held noon Saturday at Magalia Community Church. Paradise Chapel of the Pines is handling the arrangements. A luncheon will follow the service. RSVP to 873-4324. She will be interred at Skyway Memorial Park Cemetery. Contributions in her memory may be given to the Paradise Animal Shelter Helpers in care of Chapel of the Pines. William Cadwalader 6/7/2001 William Cadwalader, a masonry contractor, took great pride in his work. He donated the masonry work on the parsonage of Our Savior Lutheran Church in Paradise and the parsonage of Bethany Lutheran Church in Menlo Park, where he was a member. Mr. Cadwalader served with the 112th Engineers Batallion during World War II. After landing at Omaha Beach on D-Day, he fought in the entire invasion of Europe. He was awarded the Presidential Citation with the Oak Leaf Cluster. He enjoyed gardening, traveling and family activities. He was an active member of duplicate bridge clubs and was a member of the American Contract Bridge League, where he earned the rank of Silver Life Master. On Sept. 13, 1947, he marriage Margaret Frese. They lived in Menlo Park. They moved to Paradise in 1972. Mr. Cadwalader died Tuesday in his home at age 89. He was born to Mary and Loyd Cadwalader in Denver. Besides his wife, Margaret, he is survived by four daughters, Kathryn Harris and Margaret Kirsch, both of Sacramento, and Mary Cadwalader and Joan Colyer, both of Paradise; a sister, Marion Chandler of Mendocino; a brother, George Cadwalader of Redwood City; and three granchildren. A memorial service will be held 1 p.m. tomorrow at Rose Chapel Mortuary, which is handling the arrangements. He will be inurned at a later date with full military honors at the San Joaquin Valley National Cemetery in Gustine. Joan Campbell 6/7/2001 Joan Roberta Campbell worked as a grocery clerk for Safeway for 28 years. And she was a reserve Butte County Deputy Sheriff for four years. Mrs. Campbell moved to Paradise from San Fernando in 1964. For 31 years, she was a “Clamp Widder.” She marriage Richard Campbell on September 1954 in Los Angeles. Mrs. Campbell died Sunday in her home. She was 65. In Engelwood, she was born to Robert and Marjorie Crownover Luther. Besides her husband, Richard, and her mother, Marjorie of Lodi, she is survived by two sons, Hayden of Chico and Richard of Panorama City; a daughter, M’Liss Barden of Oroville; a sister, Cathy Peirson of Lodi; and seven grandchildren. No service is planned. Paradise Chapel of the Pines is handling the arrangements. Inurnment will be private. Alice Hoeper 6/7/2001 Alice “Dede” M. Hoeper loved getting out on the dance floor with her husband for some clogging or line dancing. A retired 20-year bookkeeper for Mahoney Steel Co. in San Rafael, Mrs. Hoeper crocheted afghans, read cookbooks and volunteered as a lunch waitress at the Paradise Elks Lodge. Mrs. Hoeper, 67, died Sunday in Chico. She was born in San Rafael to Mary and Egidio Lambretti. The Paradise resident is survived by her husband of 18 years, Werner Hoeper; a daughter, Debbie Wilcox of Susanville; a son, Dennis Gotelli of Cordelia; two stepdaughters, Ellen-Gail Carpenter and Anne Hoeper; a sister, Donna Egan of Napa; a stepmother, Wilma Lambretti of Middletown; three granddaughters; a nephew; and two lifelong childhood friends, Mae Lacourse of Paradise and Marilyn Lemons of LaGrand. A memorial service will be held 11 a.m. June 15 at the Paradise Elks Lodge. Father Brendan McKeefry of St. Thomas More Catholic Church will be officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to Paradise Hospice and Home Care. Rose Chapel Mortuary is handling the arrangements. Jonna Criswell 6/9/2001 Jonna Johansson Criswell was an adventurous woman with a passion for business. She owned an aerobics dance company, was engaged in the finance and fashion industries, co-owned and operated the equestrian center Grant Ranch & Co., and co-owned Criswell Investigation Agency. Mrs. Criswell loved travelling throughout the world, and was especially fond of Maui, England and France. She told wonderful stories about her adventures in ranching, rodeo, foxhunting and fishing. In 1998, Mrs. Criswell and husband Donald purchased Indian Springs Ranch near Paradise where they owned a pack of hounds and foxhunted locally on horseback with friends. Mrs. Criswell attended Oregon State University and was a member of the Order of Eastern Star, Kappa Alpha Theta and the Los Altos Hounds. She was also a member of Paradise Lutheran Church. Mrs. Criswell died Tuesday at age 49 in Palo Alto after a struggle with illness. She is survived by her husband of 18 years, Donald; son Frank Maestri; daughter Lindley Maestri; stepdaughter Elizabeth Criswell; father John T. Johansson; sister Kristi Bakich; and dozens of family members and friends. A memorial was held Monday at Paradise Lutheran Church. Flowers may be sent to Chapel of the Pines in Paradise. Donations in honor of Mrs. Criswell may be made to the American Diabetes Association by calling (800) 342-2383. Alice Barratt 6/9/2001 Alice Barratt loved to garden, sew and dance to her favorite song, the ‘Tennessee Waltz.” Mrs. Barratt was born in Idaho, and moved to Paradise with her husband William from Reno, Nev. in the 1960s. She was a member of the Methodist Church and was an active member of the Rebecca’s. Mrs. Barratt died at age 94 Saturday of natural causes in Redding. Survivors include daughter Charlene of Sunnyvale; sister-in-law Opal of Reno; three grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; and six great-great-grandchildren. A memorial service will be held at noon. Monday at Rose Chapel in Paradise with Dr. Robert R. Biehler officiating. Rose Chapel Mortuary in Paradise is handling arrangements. Maude Rippy 6/9/2001 Maude L. Rippy worked as a cook for the Paradise Unified School District for 28 years. She retired in 1964, and spent more time doing what she loved - crocheting, quilting and tatting. Mrs. Rippy died Wednesday at age 98 in Oroville. Surviving her are her three sons, John Rippy Jr. of Oroville, Alton L. Rippy of Chico, and George E. Rippy of Cohasset; sister Alice F. Anderson of Paradise; and many grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great grandchildren. A memorial gathering will be held at 1 p.m. Sunday at Alton Rippy’s home at 2031 Honey Run Rd. Rose Chapel Mortuary is handling arrangements. Marcia Dionne 6/9/2001 Marcia Jane Dionne loved her home in Magalia. She had a passion for painting, sculpting and the Oriental arts. Mrs. Dionne was born in 1922 to J. Howard and Hazel Walzer in Rochester, N.Y. and worked for Etel McCullough in electronics for over 15 years. She died Sunday in her home at age 79. Surviving her are her daughters, Deborah Becker of Chico, and Pam Hahn of Ronan, Mont.; brother George Walzer of Las Vegas, Nev.; and granddaughters Erica Anderson of Redmond, Ore., and Mary Jackson Barrie of Ontario, Canada. A private family memorial was held on her property in Magalia. Cremation took place at Chapel of the Pines in Paradise. There will be a private family inurnment at a later date. Paradise Chapel of the Pines Funeral Home is handling arrangements. Harry Davenport 5/29/2001 Harry Lee Davenport was born to William and Wilhelma Davenport in Hollville. He was marriage to his wife, Rozella on Sept. 25, 1944, in Greenville. Mr. Davenport was an aircraft inspector for Hughes Air Craft. He worked there for 30 years before retiring. Mr. Davenport was also a member of the Hawthorne Elks Lodge. In 1980, he relocated to Paradise. He enjoyed gardening and building model planes. On May 18, Mr. Davenport died at the age of 86. In addition to his wife, Rozella, who still resides in Paradise, he is survived by two daughters, Sylvia Franke of Southern California and Darlene Watson of Paradise; a son, Harry Lee Davenport Jr. of Paradise; seven grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren. There will be a visitation at 9 a.m. and a service at 2 p.m. Tuesday at Chapel of the Pines. A private Burial service will take place at the Greenville Cemetery on Wednesday. Chapel of the Pines Funeral Home is handling the arrangements. Bonnie Stevens 5/29/2001 Bonnie Stevens cherished her nieces and nephews and the children she watched over. She was also an animal lover. Ms. Stevens was born to George and Betty Lou Stevens in Sacramento. She died Monday at the age of 34. Ms. Stevens is survived by her fiance, Noah Peterson; three brothers, Bill of Paradise, Bob of Reno, Nev., and Bryan of Fallon, Nev.; two sisters, Mary Covin and Angela Smith, both of Paradise; and a very large extended family. Memorial contributions can be made to the family of Bonnie Stevens, c/o Bryan Stevens, P.O. Box 3096, Paradise. Services will be held at a later date. Rose Chapel Mortuary is handling all arrangements. Marvin Anderson 5/29/2001 Although Marvin Robert Anderson owned three businesses in his lifetime, it was raising catfish, biking in Bidwell Park and spending time with his family that he loved. He was born in Whitewater, Colo. to Robert and Ola Anderson. After moving several times with his family, Mr. Anderson enlisted in the U.S. Navy and served for four years. On June 3, 1950, Mr. Anderson marriage Joy Barrett, and they moved to Southern Oregon, where he worked in a sawmill as a log cutting contractor. In 1971, they moved to Paradise and Mr. Anderson started an underground construction business with his sons, clearing driveways and pads for mobile homes, eventually installing septic tanks. The business blossomed into Anderson Brothers Corp., and grew to include AB Self Storage in Chico and Owen Septic Service in Los Molinos. Mr. Anderson was a member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars, Butte County Country Club and the Building Industry Association. He also donated a lot of time helping to build the dome at the Neighborhood Church in Chico. Mr. Anderson died on May 23 at age 73. Surviving him are his wife, Joy of Forest Ranch; three sons, Stephen of Bozeman, Mo., David of Paradise and Randy of Chico; two daughters, Darlene Tuman of Oroville and Marva Hawes of Chico; brother Lawrence of Mexico; five sisters, Dorothy Cox of Paradise, Nataline Sandoval of Yucca Valley, Maxine Grosse of Nehalem, Ore., Geraldine Larson of Red Bluff and Caroline Dixon of Grants Pass, Ore.; 11 grandchildren and one great-grandchild. A memorial service for Mr. Anderson will be held at 11 a.m. today at the Grace Brethren Church. A private Burial will take place at the Chico Cemetery with military honors provided by the VFW. Memorial donations may be made to the Grace Brethren Church c/o Newton-Bracewell Chico Funeral Home, which is handling the arrangements. Raymond Lamb 5/29/2001 With just one semester left before graduating from California State Univ-ersity, Chico, Raymond John Lamb, 42, died Friday in his Magalia home of natural causes. Mr. Lamb was born in Los Angeles to John and Rosaline Lamb, and moved to Chico in 1976, where he attended CSUC, and began a career as a computer technician and consultant. While in the computer field, he continued his education at both Butte College and CSUC. Mr. Lamb enjoyed camping, golfing, biking and fishing. Survivors include his mother, Rosaline Lamb of Chico; and brothers Rick of Willow Creek and Bob of San Jacinto. A memorial mass for Mr. Lamb will be held at 9 a.m. Thursday at Our Divine Savior Catholic Church in Chico. A reception will follow the memorial mass in the church fellowship hall. Inurnment will take place next to his father at Chico Memorial Mausoleum. Memorial contributions may be made to Our Divine Savior Catholic Church Memorial Fund c/o Newton-Bracewell Cremation and Funeral Service of Magalia. Sharon Stratton 5/29/2001 Sharon M. Stratton of Paradise decorated the lives of those who knew her. A homemaker for 44 years, Mrs. Stratton loved gardening, quilting and singing. She was an avid decorator. Heralded by family as “The Queen of Everything,” Mrs. Stratton was born in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, to James and June MeKenna on Aug. 11, 1939. She marriage Ronald A. Stratton in 1957 in Whittier. A member of the Christian Missionary Alliance Church and 30-year resident of Paradise, Mrs. Stratton died at the age of 61 from natural causes. She is survived by her husband, Ronald; mother, June Arnold of Paradise; son, Ryan M. Stratton of Paradise; daughters Julie Krueger of Yuba City and Jennifer Blickle of Rocklin; sister Jill Lawson of Stillwater, Minn.; and eight grandchildren. A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. today at the Christian Missionary Alliance Church in Paradise. Memorial contributions can be made to the Oroville Rescue Mission, 4250 Lincoln Blvd., Oroville, CA 95466. Glen Sutherlin 5/29/2001 Glen M. Sutherlin was thought to be the kindest and gentlest man his family ever knew. He enjoyed spending time with his family, and also liked fishing, camping and watching all kinds of sports. Mr. Sutherlin was born in Decataur, Iowa, to Roy and Nellie Sutherlin. He marriage Judy Pettus on March 5, 1938, in Fullerton, and worked as a truck driver for 40 years. Mr. Sutherlin, 85, died on May 22 of natural causes. Survivors include his wife, Judy of Paradise; daughters Sandee Young of Seattle, Wash., and Sue Fox of Helendale; 10 grandchildren; and 16 great-grandchildren. Mr. Sutherlin was preceeded in death by his two sons, David and Gary. Memorial services were held May 23 at Paradise Evangelical Free Church. Memorial contributions can be made to the American Cancer Society. Brusie Funeral Home handled the funeral arrangements. William Flaugher 5/31/2001 William E. Flaugher volunteered for service in the U.S. Marines the day after Christmas in 1941- just one day after turning 17. Mr. Flaugher served with the 4th Marine Division on the Johnson and Marshall Islands in the South Pacific, and was in the 5th Amphibious Corps during the battle of Eniwetok until he was discharged in 1945. During the Korean War, he was a shiploading supervisor at the Port Chicago Naval Weapons Station. Mr. Flaughter went on to work as a supervisor in the refractories field with Interspace in Pittsburg, Salt Lake City, Utah and Spokane, Wash. In 1973, he became Plant Manager of the General Refractories Plant in Warren, Ohio and retired in 1982 before moving to Magalia. He died of natural causes at age 76 on Monday-Memorial Day. Mr. Flaugher enjoyed spending time with his family, camping, boating and researching family genealogy. He was a member of the Paradise Genealogical Society, UCT and the Loyal Order of Moose. Mr. Flaugher is survived by his wife of 54 years, Margaret; son Arvid Lee Flaugher of Spokane, Wash.; daughter Jill Kammerer of Oakley; five grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren. A gathering of friends will be held at the Flaugher home at 1 p.m. Sunday. Cremation will take place at Chapel of the Pines, inurnment will be private. Memorial contributions can be made in his memory to the Upper Ridge Volunteer Fire Department, P.O. Box 73, Magalia, CA, 95954. Barbara Johnson 5/31/2001 Barbara L. Johnson will be remembered for her giving heart. She was the co-owner of Skyway Auto Wreckers in Paradise alongside her husband, Learoy Johnson, for 28 years. Mrs. Johnson enjoyed bingo, trips to Reno, Nev. and spending time with her family and grandchildren. She was born to Charles and Christine Clark in Hoquiam, Wash., where she grew up and attended school. Mrs. Johnson marriage Mr. Johnson in Seattle, Wash. in 1953, and they lived in Paradise for 28 years. She died on Wednesday at age 69. Mrs. Johnson is survived by her husband Learoy; sons Michael of Paradise and Dale of Magalia; daughter Debbie Teter of Shingle Springs; brother Floyd Clark of Fremont; and eight grandchildren. A celebration of life will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, at the Gold Nugget Museum Picnic Grounds in Paradise. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Gold Nugget Museum, 502 Pearson Road, Paradise, CA 95969. Neptune Society is handling the arrangements. Sue Mapes 5/31/2001 Sue Mullins Mapes donated much of her spare time to volunteering. Though she was a long-time resident of Paradise, she volunteered in Sacramento in both hospice care and at the sheriff’s department. Ms. Mapes graduated from Paradise High School in 1962 and worked in banking for Bank of America. She enjoyed playing softball and bowling. Ms. Mapes died of cancer at age 56 in her home. She is survived be her parents, John and Josephine Tenet; daughters Shelley Amthor of Minnesota and Aimee Mapes of Louisiana; sister Sandy Lawrence; and granddaughters Breana Amthor and Mariah Amthor of Minnesota. Ms. Mapes was preceded in death by her father, Dick Mullins; and brothers Dennis Mullins and Carl Clayton. A graveside service will be held at 1 p.m. Friday at the Mount Vernon Memorial Park in Fair Oaks. Memorial contributions can be made to the Paradise Hospice, 1295 Billie Road, Paradise, CA 95969. Rose Chapel is handling the arrangements. Helen Fennell 5/31/2001 Helen Fennell was marriage for 57 years to the late John J. Fennell. They were marriage in 1938 in Brooklyn, N.Y., where Mrs. Fennell was also born. A resident of Paradise for 15 years, she died in her home Tuesday of natural causes at age 82. Mrs. Fennell is survived by her three sons, Raymond of Paradise, John of Daytona Beach, Fla., and Robert of New Jersey; daughter Valerie Ginter of South Lake Tahoe; seven grandchildren; and one great-grandchild. A direct Burial will be held at 1:45 p.m. Monday at the San Joaquin National Cemetery. Rose Chapel is handling the arrangements. Shawn Kittleson 5/31/2001 Shawn Kittleson loved sharing all he had with others. He trusted everyone and constantly looked for the good in people. Mr. Kittleson was born in Martinez to Larry and Sherry Ann Kittleson. He was a unique individual and worked as an artist, who also loved wearing his own jewelry. In his spare time, Mr. Kittleson enjoyed working on old cars and motorcycles, spending time with his daughter, swimming and bicycle riding. He died on May 22 at age 35. Surviving him are his wife, Ramona Kittleson of Chico; daughter Corina; two brothers, Shane of Magalia and Larry of El Sobrante; sister Michelle Porter of Chico; three nephews; and three nieces. A funeral service for Mr. Kittleson was held Saturday at the Newton-Bracewell Chico Funeral Home. A private Burial took place at Glen Oaks Memorial Park. Memorial contributions may be made to Newton-Bracewell Chico Funeral Home, which also handled the funeral arrangements. Charles White 5/31/2001 Even at the age of 86, Charles Eldon White still loved to chase his grandson around the cherry tree in the backyard. Mr. White was born in Eskridge, Kan. to Victor and Florence White. He marriage Barbara Jean Stryker on March 10, 1963, and worked for McDonnell Douglas Aircraft in Long Beach for 35 years before retiring to Paradise. Mr. White enjoyed spending time with his family, walking his dog “Daisy” and playing with his grandchildren. He died on May 24 of natural causes at his home in Paradise. He is survived by his two daughters, Cynthia Ann Kurtz of Paradise and Christine Robbins of Paradise; five grandchildren; and three nieces. Memorial services are being planned at a later date. A private cremation took place at the Chapel of the Pines Mortuary and the inurnment will also be private. William Williams 5/31/2001 William R. Williams was a salesman at Montgomery Wards for 27 years. He died of natural causes Saturday in Paradise at age 94. Mr. Williams is survived by his sons Kenneth of Folsom and Robert of Paradise; daughter Faith McGuire of Reno, Nev.; nine grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren. Mr. William’s family has requested that there will be no funeral services at this time. Arrangements are being handled by Rose Chapel Mortuary. Lillian Evans 5/31/2001 Lillian G. Evans loved feeding birds, gardening, crocheting, reading and playing cards. “Nannie” was born in Correctionville, Iowa, and took up residence in Paradise where she worked as a nurse’s aide at a convalescent hospital for 15 years. Ms. Evans died of natural causes at age 87. Surviving her is her daughter Patricia Saunders of Paradise; one grandchild; two great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her grandson Terry Saunders. Ms. Evans’ family has requested that there be no funeral services at this time. Rose Chapel Mortuary is handling arrangements. Marjory Nielsen 5/31/2001 Marjory D. Nielsen received a Bachelor of Science degree in home economics from Colorado State University in 1940. She marriage Eric Nielsen on Oct. 12, 1940, in Fort Collins, Colo. She taught school in California, New Mexico, Colorado, Nebraska and Montana. She retired to Paradise and moved to Prescott in 1991. Mrs. Nielsen, 83, died May 9 in Prescott. She was born in Denver to Harold and Edith (McKee) Decker. Mrs. Nielsen was a member of the Episcopal Church, where she taught Sunday school and volunteered in many ways. She was a member of the American Association of University Women, Delta Gamma, Order of Eastern Star and other Masonic-related organizations. She held many local and state offices in these various organizations. She enjoyed sewing, playing bridge, cooking, making crafts and gardening, especially planting roses and beautifying areas where she lived. She lived her last three years at Prescott Samaritan Village nursing home, and people there knew her as someone who always had a smile for everyone. Mrs. Nielsen was proudest of her family and their endeavors. Surviving her are two daughters, Karen Lamb of Prescott and Adele of Durango, Colo.; two sons, Eric of Corona del Mar and Kent of Bozeman, Mont.; seven grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Her husband of 50 years preceded her in death in 1990. Memorial services were held at Prescott Samaritan Village, with Pastor Wally Cole officiating. The family suggests memorial contributions in lieu of flowers to Prescott Samaritan Village, Special Activities Fund, 1030 Scott Drive, Prescott, AZ, 86301, or Prescott Parks and Recreation to buy rose hedges in honor of Mrs. Nielsen, 125 N. Arizona, Prescott, AZ, 86301. Memory Chapel helped the family with arrangements. Jack Hartman 5/19/2001 “He could do most everything,” says Doris Hagey of her son-in-law, Jack Hartman. His chosen profession, however, involved working with his hands and his mind as a contractor. He contracted for many years in Paradise before settling down in Bonners Ferry, a small town in Idaho, two years ago. He lived with his wife, Linda, in Paradise for 30 years. They were planning to celebrate their anniversary this July to remember their wedding in Reno 18 years ago. Mr. Hartman has six grandchildren, which was part of the reason he and his wife relocated to Idaho. “He wanted to be around his grandkids,” said Hagey. According to Hagey, his great love of the outdoors sparked an interest in the area as well. An avid fisherman, Mr. Hartman traveled “anywhere” to fish, but he frequented Eagle Lake and Lake Almanor. He loved to be outdoors, an interest he shared with his family. Mr. Hartman was 51 when he died on Tuesday in Spokane, Wash. Mr. Hartman was born in Compton. He spent his childhood in Southern California until his high school graduation. His wife, who still resides in Idaho, and his five children, survive Mr. Hartman. Four of them, Brenda, Angela, Jason and Gary currently reside in Washington. Their son, David, lives in Paradise. Six grandchildren survive him as well. No services are planned for Mr. Hartman. Anna Todd 5/19/2001 Anna Louisa Todd was an established member of the communities she lived in throughout her life. Most recently, in Paradise, where she and her late husband, Murray Todd, resided for 32 years, she was a member of the De Sabla Grange Hall. Mrs. Todd was also a member of the Eastern Star White Shrine and became a High Priestess in 1985. Before the couple moved to Paradise, Parkside was their home. She began her membership in the local chapter of Eastern Star in 1926. In 1944, she was titled a Worthy Matron and a Worthy Priestess in 1965 and 1966. She joined the Inglewood chapter in July of 1946. Mrs. Todd retired after 45 years of service for Pacific Mutual Life Insurance Co. in Los Angeles. It was during this time that she met Mr. Todd. On Aug. 27, 1927, they were marriage in Los Angeles. Mr. Todd died in 1970. Mrs. Todd was born in Bridgeport, Conn. Her parents were William and Jane Whitham. On May 11, Mrs. Todd died at her home. She was 93. At her request, no services will be held. Mrs. Todd has no known survivors. Rose Chapel Mortuary is handling the arrangements. She will be interred in Inglewood Park Cemetery in Inglewood. Ronald Johnston 5/19/2001 Ronald E. Johnston was born to Ellsworth and Roberta Johnston in Lemont Furnace, Pa. He worked for Pittsburgh-Des Moines Steel as a drafting engineer for 22 years. His skills carried over to his home life, as his hobbies also involved creativity. He enjoyed carpentry and handyman work. Mr. Johnston lived in Paradise for the past two years. Prior to his relocation to the Ridge, he lived in Payson, Ariz. Mr. Jonhston also loved fishing and was a member of the V.F.W. in Arizona. Mr. Johnston served in the U.S. Air Force in Korea. On Wednesday, Ronald Johnston died in his home in Paradise at age 67. He is survived by two sons, John and David Johnston, both of Sacramento; his sister, Zolla Perkins of Paradise; four grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; and a special friend, Norita Walsh of Paradise. No service will be held at his request. There will be a private inurnment. Memorial contributions may go to the American Heart/Lung Association. Rose Chapel Mortuary is handling arrangements. David Yori 5/22/2001 David J. Yori enjoyed snow skiing, tennis and studying history, politics and finance. For more than 35 years, he worked in the real estate business. The former Paradise resident moved to Chico in 1998. Mr. Yori, 66, died Saturday in Chico. He was born in Allentown, Penn., to Peter and Naomi Yori. He attended and graduated from school there. From 1950 to 1954, he served in the U.S. Navy. He was a member of Toastmasters. His survivors include a nephew, Peter Yori of Paradise; and two nieces, Lisa Thomas of Maryland, and Lynn Yori of Atlanta. By his request, no services will be held. Bidwell Chapel is handling the arrangements. Memorial contributions may be made to Foundation for Rational Economics and Education, P.O. Box 602, Lake Jackson, Texas, 77566. Patrick Shirley 5/22/2001 Patrick William Shi-rley worked for the Los Angeles Sheriff’s Department. For 30 years, he was a detective sergeant. For 21 of those years, he worked in West Hollywood. During World War II, he served in the Army Air Forces. Besides being a history buff, he enjoyed airplanes and spending time with his family. He was a member of the Elks Lodge in Paradise. Mr. Shirley died May 14 in his Paradise home. He was 76. He was born in Los Angeles to Lottie and Paul Shirley. Mr. Shirley is survived by his wife of 54 years, Lois; two sons, Patrick of Los Angeles and Eric of Wyoming; three grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. Memorial services will be held at a later date. Neptune Society of Northern California, Chico branch, is handling the arrangements. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Paradise Elks Lodge. Jack Hartman 5/22/2001 “He could do most everything,” says Doris Hagey of her son-in-law, Jack Hartman. His chosen profession, however, involved working with his hands and his mind as a construction laborer. He lived with his wife, Linda, in Paradise for 30 years. They were planning to celebrate their anniversary this July to remember their wedding in Reno 18 years ago. Mr. Hartman has six grandchildren, which was part of the reason he and his wife relocated to Idaho. “He wanted to be around his grandkids,” said Hagey. According to Hagey, his great love of the outdoors sparked an interest in the area as well. An avid fisherman, Mr. Hartman traveled “anywhere” to fish, but he frequented Eagle Lake and Lake Alamanor. He loved to be outdoors, an interest he shared with his family. Mr. Hartman was 51 when he died May 15 in Spokane, Wash. Mr. Hartman was born in Compton. He spent his childhood in Southern California until his high school graduation. His wife, who still resides in Idaho, and his five children, survive Mr. Hartman. Four of them, Brenda, Angela, Jason and Guy currently reside in Washington. Their son, David, still resides in Paradise. Two stepsons, Chris Clausen of Idaho and Michael Clausen of Pardise; and six grandchildren survive him as well. No services are planned for Mr. Hartman. Billy Redway 5/24/2001 Billy Jack Redway participated in the Bikini Atoll atomic bomb test. From 1943 to 1945, he served with the Merchant Marines and served in the U.S. Navy from 1945 to 1947. He drilled water wells for JC Plummer, drilled oil for Signal Oil & Gas in Huntington Beach and was self-employed briefly drilling wells for Redway Drilling. Mr. Redway moved to Paradise from Costa Mesa 33 years ago. In 1957, he became a member of Huntington Beach Masonic Lodge, F&AM, No. 380. He was also a member of the American Legion. Mr. Redway died of prostate cancer Friday in his home. He was 72. He was born to James and Elma Redway in Chattanooga, Okla. He marriage Barbara King in Costa Mesa on Aug. 21, 1948. She survives him, as do two daughters, Lynda Covey of Paradise and Karen Barker of Chico; an adopted daughter, Kellie Limncke of San Ysidro; two brothers, David of Bella Vista, Ark., and James of Mesa, Ariz.; two sisters, Ella May Kuhnz of Yuba City and Deloris Wallace of Lincoln, Ark.; three stepsisters, Kate Cheatham of Prarie Grove, Ark., Dorothy Collier of Prarie Grove, Ark., and Imodene Packett of Farmington, Ark.; a stepbrother, Bobby Maxwell of Weaverville; five grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. A service will be held 10 a.m. today at Table Mountain Masonic Lodge, F&AM, No. 124. Rose Chapel Mortuary is handling the arrangements. Memorial contributions may be made to Enloe Hospice in Chico. Ethel Clark 5/24/2001 Ethel Bernice “Mickey” Clark loved painting. She had her artwork on display at the office of Real Estate Professionals in Paradise. She enjoyed traveling, fishing, gold panning and gardening. A member of the Bravo Sierra CB Club, Mrs. Clark loved talking on her CB radio. She was a certified Jr. Bowling instructor and the state president. In San Diego, she owned and edited the California Skater News. She was also part owner of the Main Street Comic Book store. She volunteered for the Sheriff’s Association in San Diego and was very active in raising money for sheriff’s helicopters. During that time, she was nominated to serve on the San Diego grand jury. She was born to Arthur and Nora Juhl in Chicago. In 1963, she marriage Gerald Clark and settled in La Mesa. Thirty-two years later, they moved to Paradise. Mrs. Clark died Monday at home with family at her side. She was 71. Besides her husband, Jerry, she is survived by three sons, Michael, Scott and Tony, all of Paradise; a brother, James of Yreka; a sister, Dolores of Chicago; 10 grandchildren, including Julie Meahl and Regan Gilbertson, who lived with Mr. and Mrs. Clark; and four great-grandchildren. One son, Christian, died before her. Services will be held 2 p.m. tomorrow at Magalia Community Church. Visitation will be in the church at 1 p.m. Burial will follow at Skyway Memorial Park. Newton Bracewell Cremation and Funeral Service of Magalia is handling the arrangements. Donations may be made to the American Cancer Society or the Paradise Hospice in care of Newton Bracewell. Charles Kilgore 5/24/2001 Charles Robert Kilgore, a former member of the First Bap-tist Church in Paradise, moved to Medford, Ore., a month ago. Mr. Kilgore, 89, died Friday in Medford. A former U.S. Navy sailor, he worked for Hunters Point Naval Yard in the Bay Area as a sheet metal worker. He was born to Isaac and Matilda Kilgore in Miller, S.D. In 1989, he marriage Elizabeth Bushong in Paradise. She survives him, as do a stepdaughter, Peggy Steiger of Medford; two sisters, Florence Snyder of Lynden, Wash., and Bertha Glenn of Adel, Iowa; and six step-grandchildren. His first wife, Delila, died before him. A memorial service will be held 11 a.m. Monday at the First Baptist Church in Paradise. Pastors Steve Hatcher and Jim Cartwright will officiate. Arrangements are being handled by Conger-Morris Funeral Directors in Medford. Daisy Blaylock 5/24/2001 Daisy O. Blaylock volunteered 12 years in the women’s auxilliary at Feather River Hospital. From 1940 to 1948, she served in the U.S. Army Nurse Corps. She was in the Army Reserve until 1952. She met and marriage her husband, Loren Blaylock, while she was a nurse at McCornack Hospital in Pasadena. They moved to Paradise 28 years ago. Mrs. Blaylock died Saturday at age 87. She was born in Crawford, Colo. Her survivors include her husband, Loren; a son, Jim of Orange; two daughters, Lynn Jones of Mountain View and Laurie Crabtree of Fresno; six grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren. Services will be held at a later date. Neptune Society of Northern California, Chico branch, is handling the arrangements. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to one’s favorite charity. Kenneth Watson 5/26/2001 Kenneth Leslie Watson worked as an auto body repairman for 30 years at North Country Dodge. Prior to that he served in the U.S. Army during WWII. Although he moved to Sacramento to be with family, Mr. Watson spent a number of years in Paradise. He enjoyed fishing and boating and was a member of the Paradise Boat Club. After relocating to Sacramento, he joined the Masonic Lodge. Mr. Watson was born in Goldendale, Wash. His parents were Thomas and Mabel Watson. Mr. Watson died on May 17. His only living survivor is his niece, Evelyn Johnson of Sacramento. Graveside services will be held at 1 p.m. today in the Paradise Cemetery. Chapel of the Pines Mortuary is handling the services. Mark Schafer Mark Schafer was a war history buff and enjoyed playing computer war games. Mostly, he enjoyed spending time with his daughter and helping in her classroom. A member of the Paradise Seventh-day Adventist Church, Mr. Schafer was last employed at Paradise Pictures as a metal finisher for 2-1/2 years. He moved to Paradise in 1992. Mr. Schafer died Monday in his home. He was 47. He was born to Irwin and Joan Schafer in Anaconda, Mont. He is survived by a daughter, Blake Schafer of Paradise; his parents in Highland; two brothers, Daniel of Paradise and Kurt of Highland; four sisters, Briana Sumner of Oroville, Cynthia Schafer of Redlands, Susan Schafer of Highland and Kathy Kramer of South Carolina; and his grandmother, Ruby Halverson of Olympia, Wash. A memorial service will be held 1 p.m. tomorrow at 6995 Bradshaw Ave., Highland. Inurnment will be private. Rose Chapel Mortuary is handling the arrangements. Betty Booth 5/26/2001 Betty Jane Booth was executive housekeeper at Loma Linda Community Hospital for five years and was a certified nursing assistant. A Paradise resident since 1985, she was very active in her church, Jubilee on the Ridge. Mrs. Booth died Friday at Cypress Acres. She was 77. In Kansas City, Mo., she was born to Delmar and Elizabeth Corey. Her husband, William Booth, whom she marriage Sept. 1, 1942, in Lawrence, Kan., survives her. Others include two sons, Del and Daryl; and a daughter, Charlotte Wasserman. At her request, no services will be held. Inurnment will be private. Rose Chapel Mortuary is handling the arrangements. Otto Hendrix 5/26/2001 Otto “Buck” Hendrix served in the U.S. Army during World War II. He moved to Paradise nine years ago. He died at Cypress Acres on May 10. He was 87. His special friend, Susan Fucanan of Paradise, survives him. At his request, no services are planned. He will be interred at Paradise Cemetery. Rose Chapel Mortuary is handling the arrangements. Clinton Breedlove 5/26/2001 Clinton Dale Breedlove served in the U.S. Air Force for 21 years. He was 19 when he joined in 1940. Five years later he marriage Betty June Schalf on Aug. 4. After retiring in 1961, he became a manager of the Missile and Space Division of General Electric for 20 years. In 1988, a few years after retiring in Santa Maria, he and his wife, Betty, relocated to Magalia. In 1994, they moved down to Chico. In Paradise, he was a member of the Paradise Elks Lodge No. 2026 since 1989 as well as SIRS No, 52. Prior to that he was a member of the Masonic Lodge in Kennesaw, Ga., since 1948. Mr. Breedlove was also a member of the Retired Officers Association and enjoyed a good game of golf at Bidwell Golf Course in Chico. Mr. Breedlove was born on Valentine’s Day in 1921 in Granger, Wash. His parents were Clinton and Georgia Breedlove. Mr. Breedlove died last Sunday at the age of 80. Other than his wife, Betty, he is survived by two daughters, Lynn Kriegbaum of Pleasanton and Karen Whitcomb of Sunnyvale; a brother, Elden of Vancouver, Wash.; a sister, Betty Jane Harrison of Beaumont, Texas; three grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. At his request, there will be no services. There will be a private inurnment. Donations in his memory go to Enloe Hospice in Chico or the Cancer Association. Chapel of the Pines Funeral Home is handling the arrangements. Chester Cox 5/26/2001 Chester Wayne Cox was a man that could never sit still. He was always rebuilding something. He worked for the Ford Motor Company for 36 years as a steam fitter. Mr. Cox was a member of the Concow Grange. He loved spending time with his two grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Mr. Cox was born to John and Gera Cox in Drumright, Okla. He was 83 when he died on May 19. He was at home, with his family surrounding him. Mr. Cox is survived a son, Marvin, also of Yankee Hill; a daughter, Dixie Cox of Paradise; a brother James of Tulsa, Okla.; and his long-time soul mate, Ann Cline of Yankee Hill. There was a private family service Wednesday at the Yankee Hill Cemetery. Contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society in care of Newton-Bracewell Cremation and Funeral Service, which is handling the arrangements. Jerry Ledin 5/10/2001 Jerry W. Ledin, a retired Marine lieutenant colonel, moved to Paradise in October 2000. Born in Harris, Minn., he was the son of Douglas and Doris Ledin. He served in the U.S. Marine Corps for 24 years. He is survived by his wife, Sharyl Ledin of Paradise; two sons, Doug of Burbank and Ben of Phoenix, Ariz.; daughter Karen Lofferty of Meridian, Idaho; brother Michael of Parker, Ariz., sister Joanne Deutchlander of Paterson; three stepdaughters, Joey and Stefanie Albinanti of San Jose and Tracey Abinanti of Newport News, Va., and three grandchildren. A service will be held at Luke Air Force Base in Arizona on May 26, 2001, at 1 p.m. Donations may be made to Shy-Drager Research. Burial will be private. Rose Chapel Mortuary is handling arrangements. Harry Garrison 5/12/2001 While serving in the U.S. Army from 1944 to 1945, Harry L. Garrison was part of the elite force, “Merrill’s Marauders,” in China, Burma and India. He was a replacement to go in after the group was practically annihilated. He worked as a civilian truck driver at Moffett Field for the U.S. Navy. He loved baseball, especially the St. Louis Cardinals. Mr. Garrison, 81, died Sunday in Feather River Hospital. He moved to Paradise from Cupertino four years ago. He was born to Jesse and Laural Garrison in McCune, Kan. He also marriage his wife, Marjorie there on May 11, 1941. She survives him, as do a son, Harry Jr. of San Francisco; two daughters, Patricia Letts of Greenville and Janet McCalister of Paradise; a sister, Helen Van Auken of Paradise; four grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren. A service was held Thursday at Rose Chapel Mortuary. He will be interred at Paradise Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Parkinson’s Fund in care of Neurological Institute, 171 W. 168th St., New York, NY, 10032. Henry Murray 5/12/2001 Henry C. Murray lived in Magalia many years before he and his wife, Marie, decided to become full-time RVers. Before his retirement, Mr. Murray owned and entertainment magazine. He was a sports writer and an avid sports fan. He loved to play golf, read, listen to music from the 1940s and dancing. Mr. Murray died Monday in Martinez. He was 76. He was born in Boston to Frank Murray and Millicent Kempton Murray DeMello. He is survived by his wife, Marie; three daughters, Diane Kernodle of Martinez, Kathryn Weisbord of Philadelphia and Laura Murray of Washington; a sister, Loretta Millar of Magalia; stepfather Seraphine DeMello of Paradise; seven grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. Two sons and one granddaughter died before him. Mr. Murray was cremated, and his ashes will be scattered at a later date. Cards or flowers may be sent to Marie Murray at Pleasant Hill Manor, 40 Boyd Road, Pleasant Hill, CA 94523. Contributions may be made to the Cancer Society or blood can be donated in his name. Bryant & Moore Chapel of Concord is handling the arrangements. Betty Lee Adams 5/12/2001 Betty Lee Adams enjoyed playing cards and bingo. She also liked arts and crafts. For the past 11 years, she and her husband, Vance, have enjoyed spending summers in Magalia and winters in Parker, Ariz. Mrs. Adams died Sunday in Feather River Hospital. She was 75. She was born in Kansas City, Mo. Besides her husband, Vance, whom she marriage in Santa Ana in 1968, Mrs. Adams is survived by two daughters, Starrann Buur of Upland and Debi Roth of Cathedral City; four sons, Larry Epperly of Wichita, Kan., Raymond Epperly of Magalia, Mike Adams of Orange and Stan Epperly of Pittsburgh, Kan.; a brother, Cecil Harmon of Tampa, Fla.; and seven grandchildren. A private service will be held. Bidwell Chapel is handling the arrangements. She will be interred at Glen Oaks Memorial Park in Chico. Memorial contributions may be made to Paradise Hospice in care of Bidwell Chapel. Edward Douglas 5/12/2001 Edward “Elwood” Lee Douglas served in the U.S. Navy and was a self-employed carpenter for 15 years. He loved children and fishing. He will be remembered as a good friend to many and as a soul mate to his girlfriend. He was a member of E Clampus Vitus, Pair-O-Dice Chapter. Mr. Douglas, 39, died of heart failure May 5 in his residence in Paradise, where he had lived seven years. He was born in San Gabriel. He is survived by his parents, one brother, six sisters and countless good friends. A sunrise service was planned for 6 a.m. today at Barney O’Rourkes in Paradise. Memorial donations may be made to Regina Komodina-DeSoto in care of Rose Chapel. He will be privately interred following cremation at Rose Chapel. Paul Spraytz 5/12/2001 During World War II, Paul P. Spraytz Jr. served in the U.S. Army in munitions. He received one Bronze Star and a Victory Medal. Mr. Spraytz worked as an auto mechanic for 40 years. He enjoyed reading, crossword puzzles and furniture restoration. He was a member of Paradise Gleaners, Paradise Community Chorus, Paradise Men’s Garden Club and Paradise Choraleers. He was a charter member of Strive. Mr. Spraytz died Wednesday in Feather River Hospital. The Paradise resident was 81. He was born to Paul and Clara Spraytz in Evenston, Ill. He is survived by his wife, Agnes of Paradise; three sons, Tim Thomassen of Albuquerque, N.M., Keith Thomassen of Livermore and Robert Rosburg of Cedar Rapids, Iowa; three daughters, Faye Delong of Kingsburg, Mary Keck of Castle Rock, Colo., and Patty King of Visalia; 17 grandchildren; and 18 great-grandchildren. A service will be held1 p.m. today at Paradise Chapel of the Pines. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to the service time. He will be interred in San Joaquin National Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to one’s favorite charity. Sharlene Fischer 5/12/2001 Sharlene R. Fischer was a past Pink Lady volunteer at Feather River Hospital. She joined the Bible study group at Paradise Alliance Church. She enjoyed reading and studying the Bible. She also liked working in her home, playing games and spending time with family and grandchildren. During World War II, she served in the WAVES. Mrs. Fischer died May 4 at Feather River Hospital. She was born to Carl and Ruth Sandlin Osler in Avoca, Iowa. She marriage Donald Fischer in April 26, 1946. He survives her, as do a son, Scott of San Clemente; a daughter, Kathy Sorrels of Chico; and five grandchildren. Brother, Jack Olser, died in 2000. At her request, no services will be held. Rose Chapel is handling the arrangements. She will be interred at Walnut Cemetery in Walnut, Iowa. Kendall Peck 5/15/2001 Kendall Robins Peck worked 30 years with Kaiser Steel and Ship Bui-lding Corp. as vice president. He served in the U.S. Marine Corps during both World War II and the Korean War. He was an avid golfer. He enjoyed woodworking and making furniture. Mr. Peck moved to Paradise from North Carolina in January. He attended St. Thomas More Catholic Church. Mr. Peck, 75, died Friday at his home. He was born to Nelson and Edyth Peck in Oakland. On June 12, 1948, he marriage Elsie Bosch in Menlo Park. She survives him, as do six sons, Robert of Napa, Craig of Aromas, Philip of Danville, David of Napa, Christopher of Clayton Valley and Stephen of Pleasant Hill; two brothers, William of Diablo and Gene of La Mesa; 14 grandchildren; and two great-granddaughters. A funeral mass will be held 10 a.m. today at St. Thomas More Catholic Church. A Vigil service was held yesterday at Paradise Chapel of the Pines, which is handling the arrangements. Mr. Peck will be inurned in Paradise Cemetery. Florence Lewis 5/15/2001 Florence Louise Lewis owned and operated a business 25 years in San Diego. It reproduced mach-ine parts and was a blueprint parts supply business. She loved gardening and spending time with her family and friends. She was a member of St. Patrick’s Catholic Church in San Diego and St. Thomas More Catholic Church in Paradise. Mrs. Lewis died May 4 at SunBridge Care Center for Paradise. She was 78. She was born in Wagner, S.D., to Rosemarie and Hugh Connolly. Her survivors include a son, John of Paradise; three sisters, Minnie Egerer of Annandale, Va., Violet Arend of Aberdeen, S.D., and Loretta Houston of Alamogordo, N.M.; two brothers, Chuck Connolly of Arlington, Va., and Owen Connolly of Atwater; and three grandchildren. Private services will be held at a later date. Neptune Society of Northern California, Chico branch, is handling the arrangements. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to one’s favorite charity. Mrs. Lewis’ cremated remains will be scattered in the rose garden at the Chapel of the Chimes Cemetery in Santa Rosa. Charles Schock 5/15/2001 Charles O. Schock Jr. served in the Korean War with the U.S. Navy Seabees. He retired in January 1973 as a civil servant for the naval amphibious base at Coronado. He moved to Paradise in 1975 from San Diego. Mr. Schock was active in the Masonic Lodge, Paradise Shriner Club, Paradise High Twelve Club and the Paradise Elks Lodge. He loved to play golf and was a member of the Butte Creek Country Club. After a short illness, Mr. Schock died Wednesday at his home. He was 86. He was born in San Diego, where he grew up and graduated from San Diego High School. His wife of 60 years, Rosemary, survives him, as do a son, Gary of Paradise; and two brothers, Jack of San Diego and Donald of Salem, Ore. At his request, no services are scheduled. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Shriners Hospital for Children in Sacramento. Neptune Society of Northern California, Chico branch, is handling the arrangements. Mr. Schock’s cremated remains will be scattered at sea off the coast of Marin County. Bradley Maxwell 5/15/2001 Bradley Keith Maxwell, an employee at Mize Automotive Services, died May 6 in Chico. He was 62. Mr. Maxwell grew up and attended schools in Hayward. He served in the Army from 1956 to 1959. He worked for many years in the Bay Area for Fleetwood Paper Products, Goodyear Tire and General Motors in Fremont and then joined the auto mechanic apprentice program at Fremont Lincoln Mercury. He worked for Ford for many years before moving to Butte County 26 years ago and settling in Paradise. He owned his own auto repair shop for a short time and then worked for local Ford dealerships. A native of San Jose, Mr. Maxwell was a member of E Clampus Vitas and the Men’s Bowling Association. He began bowling as a child and later bowled with the Reno High Rollers, which won first place three years in a row. Recently his team won first place in the Men’s City Tournament. Mr. Maxwell also enjoyed camping and traveling in his RV throughout the West. As a history buff, he enjoyed tracing the history of California on his road trips. He also enjoyed restoring cars and going to car shows. He is survived by his wife, Jullie of Paradise, whom he marriage in 1960; three sons, Barry of San Jose, Bert of Paradise, and Bruce of Fremont; his mother, Beulah Jessup of Paradise; two brothers, Gordon Palmer of Lockford and Edgar Maxwell, of Tucson, Ariz; nine grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his father, Edgar T. Maxwell. A celebration of his life and family gathering will be held. He will be buried icon in San Joaquin National Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Paradise Jr. Bowling League in care of Sorensen’s Affordable Mortuary, which is handling arrangements. Katherine Smith 5/17/2001 Katherine J. Smith got an early start in her entertainment career – participating in plays and musicals at her schools in Santa Monica. Her career began in earnest on the Orpheum Vaudeville circuit with her partner Eddie Deplanetti. They became a well-known act in the 1920s and ’30s. During this time, they made many friends in the entertainment business. Later in life, Ms. Smith worked with the tourist industry in Las Vegas. She moved to Oroville in 1996. Ms. Smith died Sunday in an Oroville convalescent home five months before her 100th birthday. She was born to Delbert and Catherine Smith in Minneapolis. She never married. She leaves her cousins, Charles Bridgman and Clark Bridgman, both of Paradise. Ms. Smith will be inurned next to her mother at the Lakewood Cemetery in Minneapolis. Neptune Society of Northern California, Chico branch, is handling the arrangements. No services are planned. Edna Camp 5/17/2001 Edna B. Camp loved quilting, sewing and crocheting. She especially liked spending time with her family and grandchildren. She was a resident of Tehama County for more than 20 years before she moved to Paradise. Mrs. Camp died Sunday at age 86. She was born to Harv and Emma Sears in Claremore, Okla. She is survived by five daughters, Betty Halbert of Long Beach, Bobby Camp and Wanda Simon, both of Corning, Faye Thaut of Goldendale, Wash., and Sue Scoggin of Lookout; 20 grandchildren; and numerous great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren. Graveside services will be held 2 p.m. Friday at the San Jacinto Valley Cemetery in San Jacinto. Neptune Society of Northern California, Chico Branch, is handling the arrangements. George Reusche 5/17/2001 George Eric Reusche worked 40 years as a grocer in the Bay Area. He moved to Magalia from Novato in the early 1970s and enjoyed traveling, fishing, gardening and spending time with his family. His memberships were to the Paradise SIRS and the SIRS RV Club. During World War II, he served in the U.S. Army. Mr. Reusche died Sunday at Feather River Hospital. He was 80. In San Francisco, he was born to George and Hattie Reusche. On May 4, 1947, he marriage Eleanor Alexander in San Francisco. She survives him, as do a son, Eric of Grants Pass, Ore.; three daughters, Linda Leach of Novato, Eileen Silva and Gayle Dwyer, both of Rohnert Park; seven grandchildren; and one great-granddaughter. A celebration of his life will be held 11 a.m. May 26 at the Old Magalia Community Church. Neptune Society of Northern California, Chico branch, is handling the arrangements. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Leukemia Society of America. David Yari 5/17/2001 David J. Yari enjoyed snow skiing, tennis and studying history, politics and fina-nce. For more than 35 years, he worked in the real estate business. The former Paradise resident moved to Chico in 1998. Mr. Yari, 66, died Saturday in Chico. He was born in Allentown to Peter and Niaomi Yori. He attended and graduated from school there. From 1950 to 1954, he served in the U.S. Navy. He was a member of Toastmasters. His survivors include a nephew, Peter Lori of Paradise; and two nieces, Lisa Thomas of Bethesda, Md., and Lynn Yori of Atlanta. By his request, no services will be held. Bidwell Chapel is handling the arrangements. Memorial contributions may be made to Foundation for Rational Economics and Education, P.O. Box 602, Lake Jackson, Texas, 77566. Vera Farlow 5/17/2001 Vera Caroline Winsley Farlow was an admitting clerk at Good Sama-ritan Hospital for 15 years. She enjoyed crafts, gardening and crocheting. She was born in Honolulu and raised in Hawaii. Her parents were William and Vera James. She attended college in Oakland. The former Paradise resident lived in Portola for three years. Mrs. Farlow died Friday in Portola. She was 85. Surviving her are a daughter, Cynthia Hendrickson of Cheyenne, Wyo.; two sons, Thomas of Sacramento and Charles of Aberdeen, Wash.; 10 grandchildren; and 10 great-grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her husband, Thomas, and daughter, Frances. No services are planned. She was cremated at Chapel of the Pines. She will be inurned in Los Gatos Cemetery in San Jose. Vincent Puccinelli 5/19/2001 Vincent Roger Puccinelli could cook up a mean dish of Italian food. His skills as a chef carried him to a variety of different restaurants as well as his own kitchen on a regular basis. “Italian was his specialty,” said Marjorie, his wife of 36 years, “but I liked all of his food.” The two met in Reno, Nev., in 1964 while working at the same restaurant. It was called the Jubilee Club, owned by Mr. Puccinelli’s cousins. He was a chef at the restaurant/bar when Marjorie started waiting tables. The two “hit it off,” and before long the wedding bells were chiming. On Mr. Pucinelli’s birthday, May 26, in 1965, they were married. The newlyweds stayed in Reno, working at different restaurants together, until 1970, when Mrs. Puccinelli decided she wanted to be closer to her hometown of Paradise, and “talked him into moving north.” In Paradise, Mr. Puccinelli practiced his poker skills, his other love. The couple operated poker rooms around town, running the tables and starting up the games, said Mrs. Puccinelli. Following that, the Pucci-nelli’s ran a guest home in Paradise. Ten years ago, the couple opened American Mini Storage, which Mrs. Puccinelli still runs. In addition to playing cards, Mr. Puccinelli loved to work in his garden. He grew flowers and plants of many different varieties. He gardened at every home the couple has lived in. Vincent Puccinelli was born in Dayton, Nev. His parents were Vincenzo and Albertina, who were both born in Italy. He served in the U.S. Army during World War II and continued his service in Mississip-pi before moving to Reno. Mr. Puccinelli died May 12 at age 81. In addition to his wife, he is survived by three sons, Roger of Verdi, Nev., Gerald of Fernley, Nev., and Dan of Paradise; two stepsons, Larry Williams of Redding and Tim Hamblin of Kaneohe, Hawaii; a daughter, Gina of Monterey; a brother, Roy, and his half brother, Lloyd Mattai, both in Reno, Nev.; a half sister, Lena Gaunt of Sparks, Nev.; nine grandchildren; and seven great grandchildren. Private family services will be held at a later date. He will be cremated and privately inurned. Chapel of the Pines Mortuary is handling the arrangements. Arnold Lee 5/1/2001 J. Arnold Lee, a doctor for 40 years, was in private practice on the Ridge for a couple of years. Dr. Lee ran for Butte County Supervisor against Len Fulton and Kim Yamaguchi in the last election. He wrote a medical column in the Ridge Riposte. During the Korean conflict, Dr.. Lee served as a medical technician corpsman in the U.S. Navy. He separated from the U.S. Air Force Reserve in 1989 as a lieutenant colonel. He had a private practice in Hemett for 25 years as a family practitioner. He moved to Paradise seven years ago. Dr. Lee, 71, died Sunday at his home. He was born in Colorado to Glen and Vera Lee. In 1978, he marriage Candace Shinn in Hemett. She survives him, as do three sons, Robert of Hemett, Shawn of Las Vegas, Nev., and John of Santa Barbara; a daughter, Laura Brown of Springfield, Mo.; two brothers, Ronald Lee of Houston and Robert Lee of Ardmore, Okla.; and four grandchildren. Visitation will be from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. tomorrow at Rose Chapel. Services will be held Friday at Riverside National Cemetery. Sean Wells 5/1/2001 Sean “Pug” Wells had a sense of humor that always brought a smile to everyone’s face. The Paradise resident studied under the Butte County Home Schooling program. Mr. Wells died April 21 in Costa Mesa of natural causes. He was 18. He was born in Paradise to Terri Wells and Linda Newby. Besides his parents, he is survived by four brothers, Nathan, Charles, Seth and James; a sister, Angie; grandmother, Wanda Wells; aunt, Lynn Wells, and uncle, Jason Wells; and nieces and nephews. His older brother, Tim, died before him. A service for Mr. Wells was held in Southern California. Betty MacFarlane 5/1/2001 Betty Shirley MacFarlane, 76, loved traveling, her computer, water aerobics, plants, butterflies and hummingbirds. The Magalia resident had been a data control clerk for 21 years with the city of Los Angeles. Mrs. MacFarlane died Wednesday in Feather River Hospital. She was born in Los Angeles to Ora and Kalman Held. She was raised in Southern California and graduated from Van Nuys High School. On Aug. 2, 1968, she marriage James MacFarlane, who survives her. Other survivors include three daughters, Karen Egbert of Los Angeles, Tricia Wilkinson of Oklahoma City and Roberta Kenney of Glendale; a sister, Anna Jackson of Bullhead City, Ariz.; four grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. Private services will be held at a later date. Neptune Society of Northern California, Chico branch, is in charge of the arrangements. Mrs. MacFarlane’s cremated remains will be scattered in the rose garden at Chapel of the Chimes Cemetery in Santa Rosa. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the American Lung Association. Rufina Jones 5/1/2001 In 1938, Rufina Jones immigrated to the United States from her place of birth, Madiera, Portugal. She became a proud citizen in 1954 and resided in the Bay Area. For 28 years Mrs. Jones worked for the Sunshine Biscuit Company in Oakland. This was where she met her husband, Stanley Jones. They were marriage soon after. Mr. Jones preceeded her in death in 1993. Mrs. Jones also lived in Fremont. During this time she was very active in the Portuguese organizations in Hayward and Newark. She was also a member of St. Thomas More Catholic Church in Paradise and a past member of Mission San Jose Catholic Church. Mrs. Jones has resided in Magalia for the past 25 years. Mrs. Jones died April 20 at Cypress Acres in Paradise. She was 79. She is survived by a son, James Viera of Hayward; a daughter, Bella Gutierrez of Magalia; two grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. A private family service was held at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery in Hayward. Contributions can be sent to University of California, Irvine, 1100 Medical Plaza, Irvine, 92697-4285, attention: Alzheimer Disease Diagnostic and Research Center. Rose Chapel is handling the arrangements. Bertha Foster 5/3/2001 Bertha L. Foster taught business and secretarial courses in Northern California high schools until accepting a position with West Contra Costa College as an instructor at Richmond College She retired as head of the department. She was active in the California Teachers Association. In 1942, she graduated from what was then Chico State College. Mrs. Foster cared deeply about protecting the environment. She was a member of the Sierra Club, National Wildlife Association, SPCA and Save the Bay. She enjoyed camping and loved exploring the coastal areas and backroads of California. A lover of baseball, she was a season ticket holder for the San Francisco Giants. She shared her life and good times with her soul mate and the love of her life, Gene Coors. He was a teacher and a baseball coach. He died two years ago. Ms. Foster , a Berkeley resident, died April 23 in Oakland at age 79. She was born in Paradise to George and Doris Coleman Foster - one of the early Paradise pioneer families. She is survived by a sister, Myrtle Morris of Yuba City; a brother, Charles Bond of Austin, Texas; three nieces; three nephews; eight great-nieces and nephews; and six great-great-nieces and nephews. A sister, Ruth Clemens, preceded her in death. A private memorial service will be at a later date. Paradise Chapel of the Pines is handling the arrangements. Donations in Ms. Foster ’s memory may be made to the SPCA in care of Chapel of the Pines. She will be privately inurned in Paradise Cemetery. Coralie Bagby 5/3/2001 As a child, Coralie June Bagby was an entertainer, making her first public appearance at age 2-1/2. She was born in Fresno County to Claude and Shirley Sweezey Grimes and attended Selma schools before majoring in music at California State University, Fresno. She studied advanced piano and voice and was a member of the university’s a cappella choir. In 1939, she marriage Frederick Bagby. They lived in San Francisco. Later they lived in Santa Cruz for 30 years where they owned several businesses and Mrs. Bagby taught piano and organ. In 1978, they moved to Magalia. They celebrated their 55th wedding anniversary shortly before Mr. Bagby died in 1995. Mrs. Bagby enjoyed writing and was at one time a correspondent for a national publication. She also enjoyed genealogical research into the maternal side of her family, which had been tracked back to 1454. She particularly followed the ancestry of her great-great-grandmother, Sarah Jane Vanderbilt Garrett, who was traced to Commodore Cornelius Vanderbilt and a subsequent line to a Mayflower connection. She was a member of The National Society of Daughters of the American Revolution, the Colonial Dames of XVII Century and Native Daughters of the Golden West. Mrs. Bagby died April 20 at age 81. She is survived by a son, Lynne Bagby; and a grandson, Sean Bagby. A memorial service will be held 1 p.m. Saturday at Stirling City Cemetery. Rose Chapel Mortuary is handling the arrangements. Memorial contributions may be made to the Butte County Humane Society. Kyle Esterman 5/3/2001 Kyle Esterman served in the U.S. Army Air Forces during World War II. He worked as a plumber. Mr. Esterman, 78, died Saturday at Feather River Hospital. He was born to Marie and Louis Esterman in Birmingham, Ala. He marriage Jean Miller, and the two settled in Casper, Wyo. In 1958, the family moved to San Jose. After retirement, he moved to Sacramento. In 1989, he marriage Peggy, and the two moved to Magalia two years ago. Mr. Esterman enjoyed gardening and being with his dogs. He was a member of Plumbers Union No. 393. Besides his wife, Peggy, he is survived by two daughters, Sherry Kennedy of Ardmore, Okla., and Virginia Verwayen of Cameron Park; and three grand-children. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Kidney Foundation in care of Newton-Bracewell Cremation & Funeral Service of Magalia. Toney Clemens 5/5/2001 During the Depression, Toney A. Clemens supported his family by mining for gold. He mined in Calaveras County and Butte County, mostly in the Ridge area. He used hand-operated equipment, sluice boxes and pans. Mr. Clemens made a large collection of his gold findings. Each nugget had a story about how and where it was found. Later in life, he sold almost his whole collection. He was instantly sorry and wished he could buy it back. He never talked about the gold’s value, his family said. He was also a rock cutter and had a good collection of local jade. Using the gold and gems he found, he fashioned jewelry - rings, pendants, necklaces - for his family. Mr. Clemens died Tuesday in Chico. The Paradise resident was 90. He was born to Austin Oscar and Grace Emmo in Rose Hill, Ill. In the 1920s, he started a dance band that played for high school functions. He always aspired to be a good musician and practiced real hard on his organ. While going to school, he worked as a baker. About 1930, he moved to Paradise. Ruth Foster , related to several long-time Paradise families, met Mr. Clemens at a dance. They marriage Dec. 31, 1932. From 1944 to 1946, he served in the U.S. Army Air Corps as an airframe and powerplant mechanic. He served in Karachi, India. He worked for the Diamond Match Co. mill on 16th Street in Chico during the ’40s. He also attended California State University, Chico. From the ’60s to the late ’80s, he owned and operated a German car repair shop in Paradise, Clemen’s Specialty Shop. He also built custom homes for a while. Mr. Clemens loved reading. “There wasn’t anything he didn’t try and read,” his family said - everything from Louis L’Amour to Soren Kierkegaard. He also grew huge half-acre gardens. His tomatoes and corn plants especially made him proud. His survivors include three sons, David and Michael, both of Paradise, and Kenneth of Portland, Ore.; two daughters, Aileen Moller of Paradise and Elizabeth Meisner of Paradise; two brothers, Kenneth of Yuba City and David (who changed his last name to Clemins) of Willows; two sisters, Maxine Mapes of Red Bluff and Ardell Prince of Orland; 11 grandchildren; and 10 great-grandchildren. Visitations will be from 8 a.m. until the service at 11 a.m. Monday at the Paradise Chapel of the Pines. He will be interred in Paradise Cemetery. Harry Davis 5/5/2001 Harry Lewis Davis was partial to the outdoors. He liked to hunt, fish and travel anywhere in his truck; he visited the desert, mountains and hills. Davis also enjoyed Indian history and artifacts. His hobbies were whittling and carving in wood, doodling cartoon characters and reading poetry. Davis especially loved animals. Davis was a member of the Paradise Bow Hunting Club through which he received many awards for his skill. Mr. Davis was born in Oroville to Harry and Mabel Davis. He spent time in both Oroville and Paradise during his childhood and graduated from Paradise High School in the class of ’62. Three years later he marriage Donna Tomat. In 1990, he marriage Patricia Cloutier. He worked 25 years as a plumber. He was employed by Michael Cummings. Mr. Davis died April 28. The Chico resident was 56. He is survived by two sons, Kenneth of Chico and Wesley of Susanville, as well as three grandchildren. Services will be held 1 p.m. today at 8995 Stanford Lane, Durham. Memorial contributions may be made to SPCA in care of Sorensen’s Affordable Mortuary, which is handling the arrangements. Max Farrell 5/5/2001 Max Farrell spent many years in Inglewood working as an appliance repairman and salesman before relocating to Paradise in 1979 with his wife, Elizabeth. It was here, however, that he spent the rest of his life, fly-fishing on the Klamath, painting watercolors, square dancing with the Chico Barn Owls and spending time with his grandchildren. Mr. Farrell was born in Riverdale, Neb., to John and Dora Belle Farrell. Here, he attended school through the sixth grade and eventually met and marriage Elizabeth Vickery in Scottsbluff, Neb. She died before him. Mr. Farrell died at his home on Wednesday at age 90. He is survived by his daughter, Vicki, of Paradise; two grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; a daughter in-law; a nephew and a niece. His son, James, died before him. Memorial contributions may be made to Mountain Caregiver Resource Center in care of Paradise Chapel of the Pines Mortuary. A memorial service was held yesterday in Paradise. Rudolf Sakschewski 5/5/2001 Rudolf Sakschewski, who was a private businessman, loved helping people and was very involved with his family. He was born in Germany to Martin and Elisabeth Sakschewski and was educated there. In 1952, he emigrated to the United States. The Paradise resident was a member of Christian Missionary Alliance Church. Mr. Sakschewski died Wednesday at age 88. He is survived by his wife of 64 years, Maria; two sons, Herbert of Paradise and Horst of Stirling City; a daughter, Erika Wilde of Seattle, Wash.; six grandchildren; and 15 great-grandchildren. A service will be held 9 a.m. today at Rose Chapel Mortuary. He will be interred in Stirling City Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, one may donate to the Alzheimer’s Association. Alois Nemchick 5/8/2001 An animal lover, Alois Nemchik would crack walnuts to feed the squirrels. And he always had bread on hand to feed the birds. Mr. Nemchik also enjoyed gardening, being with his family and socializing with friends. He played the accordion and liked flying a Cessna airplane. He grew up in Pennsylvania and attended schools there. His parents were Nicholas and Mary Nemchik. He lived in Ohio for 10 years before coming to California in 1965 to settle in the Mountain View area. He moved to Chico a few months ago. A carpenter for 40 years, he was a member of the Carpenters Union in Cleveland, Ohio, and in San Jose, No. 1280. Mr. Nemchik died April 29 in Chico at age 68. He is survived by his wife, Carol, whom he marriage in 1961; two daughters, Patricia Tonsgard of Chico and Stephanie Dohler of Palo Alto; three brothers, Joe of Medina, Ohio, Matthew of Willmington, N.C., and Nicholas of Paradise; and a sister, Ann Zebrowski of Lakewood. A daughter, brother and sister died before him. Memorial services will be held in San Jose. Sorensen’s Affordable Mortuaries is handling the arrangements. Eilla Wester 5/8/2001 Eilla Lee Wester came to California in 1927 and lived in Paradise from 1963 to 1973 before moving to Red Bluff. Wherever she lived, Mrs. Wester was very active in the churches she attended. Most recently, she attended Cornerstone Church. Mrs. Wester died Thursday at St. Elizabeth Community Hospital in Red Bluff. She was 81. She was born in Denver to Hetrick and Eilla Stukey. She liked to cook, garden, crochet, fish, travel and be around her grandchildren. Her husband, William “Bill” Wester died in 1986. Her daughter, Violet Benson, also died before her. Surviving her are a son, Bill of Ukiah; a brother, Larry Hayes of Huntington Beach; and a sister, Naomi Hayes of Paradise; six grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandson. A graveside service will be held 2 p.m. tomorrow in Paradise Cemetery. Rose Chapel Mortuary is handling the arrangements. She will be buried icon next to her husband, Bill. Annette Edwards 5/8/2001 Annette Edwards work-ed 36 years as a school psychologist for Butte County schools. She was a member of Paradise Friends of the Library and served as president and treasurer. She was also a member of Northern California Ballet, Sporthaven Club and the California Retired Teachers Association. She enjoyed photography and traveling both inside and outside of the United States. She also liked participating in the functions and fund-raisers for Friends of the Library. She was an avid reader. Mrs. Edwards died May 1 in Feather River Hospital at age 80. She was born in Riverside to Lawrence and Elsie Sherwood. She attended California State University, Fullerton, Stanford University and University of California, Berkeley. She obtained a master’s degree in psychology. She is survived by her son, James Edwards of Paradise; and one grandson. Memorial services will be held 11 a.m. Saturday in Old Magalia Church. Paradise Chapel of the Pines is handling the arrangements. She will be interred at Skyway Memorial Park Cemetery in Magalia. Memorial contributions may be made to the Paradise Friends of the Library in care of Chapel of the Pines. Raymond Bogue 5/10/2001 Raymond Newlin Bogue enjoyed exercising his mind as well as his body. During his high school years, he was the captain and quarterback of the football team in high school, as well as student body president. Throughout his life, he was also an avid hunter and fisherman, as well as a seasoned musician. Mr. Bogue, 92, was born in Long Beach to William and Evelyn Bogue. The family moved to Downey when he was 6 years old. He met his wife, Audrey Miller, in Downey when both of them were less than 10 years old. He remained there until 1953 when he and his wife moved to Santa Monica. “I can’t remember when I didn’t know him,” Mrs. Bogue said. They went to school together. After high school, Mr. Bogue attended Whittier College and Fullterton, where he played football. He graduated in 1928. Mr. and Mrs. Bogue eventually worked together at the telephone company where Mr. Bogue stayed for 33 years as an electrician. He was a wire chief when he retired. Mrs. Bogue also worked as a hat check girl at some of the functions Mr. Bogue would play at in his dance band. “Sometimes he would come off the stage to dance with me,” she said. On July 13, 1946, they were marriage in Oxnard. Playing his trumpet in the dance band that he formed in high school was one of his great loves. He played all over Southern California for college dances, including the University of Southern California, UCLA, Stanford University and Pomona College. One of his favorite events, according to Mrs. Bogue, was the night cruise to Catalina Island on a large sailboat. During his time serving as a volunteer firefighter for the Los Angeles County Fire Department, he played in the band. They marched in the Rose Parade in Pasadena for three years. Mr. Bogue’s hunting and fishing trips took him all throughout Montana and Idaho. He and Mrs. Bogue traveled together in California and Utah. “When we went deer hunting in Utah, the ladies would stay at the grounds,” she said. Mr. Bogue also enjoyed big game hunting. He served in the U.S. Navy Reserves during World War II. He was a member of the Rotary Club, General Telephone Anglers Club, Paradise Rod and Gun Club. He volunteered to help out at Paradise Sporting Goods doing errands and banking for the company. His wife said he treasured his friends and neighbors and was always willing to lend a hand. In addition to his wife, he is survived by three nieces, Barbara Ruel, Susan Devane and Susan Sutterwhite. Private cremation will take place at Chapel of the Pines, which is handling arrangements. The U.S. Navy will provide Burial at sea with military rites off the coast of San Diego. Bradley Maxwell 5/10/2001 Bradley Keith Max-well, an emp-loyee at Mize Automotive Services, died Sunday in Chico. He was 62. Mr. Maxwell grew up and attended schools in Hayward. He served in the Army from 1956-1959. He worked for many years in the Bay Area for Fleetwood Paper Products, Goodyear Tire and General Motors in Fremont and then joined the auto mechanic apprentice program at Fremont Lincoln Mercury. He worked for Ford for many years before moving to Butte County 26 years ago and settling in Paradise. He owned his own auto repair shop for a short time and then worked for local Ford dealerships. A native of San Jose, Mr. Maxwell was a member of E. Clampus Vitas and the Men’s Bowling Association. He began bowling as a child and later bowled with the Reno High Rollers, which won first place three years in a row. Recently his team won first place in the Men’s City Tournament. Mr. Maxwell also enjoyed camping and traveling in his RV throughout the West. As a history buff, he enjoyed tracing the history of California on his roadtrips. He also enjoyed restoring cars and going to car shows. He is survived by his wife, Julie A., of Paradise, whom he marriage in 1960; three sons, Barry of San Jose, Bert of Paradise, and Bruce of Frem-ont; his mother, Beulah Jessup of Paradise; two brothers, Gordon Palmer of Lockford and Edgar Maxwell, of Tucson, Ariz.; nine grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his father, Edgar T. Maxwell. A celebration of his life and family gathering will be held. He will be buried icon in San Joaquin National Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Paradise Jr. Bowling League in care of Sorensen’s Affordable Mortuary, which is handling arrangements. Barbara Davis 5/10/2001 Barbara Davis was always ready with a smile, a meal, a backrub or a long talk. Relatives said many young friends considered her house their “second home.” The wife of Doug Davis, she enjoyed family life and being with her three children, Daniel, Bryan and Charlotte. In addition to her immediate family, she is survived by her parents, Lee and Lucy Bennett; sisters, Nancy Rasmussen and Alison Martinez; brothers, Rick and Cliff Bennett; and nieces and nephews, in addition to numerous friends in San Francisco, Marin County and Paradise. A memorial service will be held Saturday at 3 p.m. at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses on Skyway. Paul Schrum 4/24/2001 Paul K. Schrum earned his bachelor’s degree at California State University, Chico, in 1960 and taught fourth through 12th grade. Sixth-graders were his favorite to teach. He began his teaching career in Flournoy, where he taught fourth through eighth grade. Most of his career was spent in Wheatland School District, where he taught for 33 years. He took a four-year break and taught on Guam Island from 1965 to 1969. There he taught English as a second language and high school German. He created an outdoor education program using an integrated approach to teaching about the environment, earning his master’s degree from the University of San Francisco in 1978. He was a member of the California Retired Teachers Association. Mr. Schrum, 64, died April 17 of lung cancer in his Magalia home. A long-time smoker and a master of irony, his last words were: “God bless the American tobacco companies.” He was born to Felix Schrum and Gladys Tucker in Malvern, Ark. He moved to California when he was 6. He grew up in Quincy. From 1953 to 1956, he served in the U.S. Army. He spent part of the time in Alaska on the Distant Early Warning Line. In 1952 and 1957, he served in the California National Guard. He met his future wife, Jocelyn West, at CSUC in 1957. They were marriage 43 years. Mr. Schrum loved fishing and the outdoors; therefore, he thought Magalia was a beautiful place to retire. Besides his wife, Jocelyn, Mr. Schrum is survived by a son, Norm of Magalia; a daughter, Laurie Patton of Winters; a sister, Elain Gartner of Carmichael; two brothers, Mike Kindrick of Reno, Nev., and Ray Kindrick of Sonora; and eight grandchildren. No service is planned. A celebration of his life for friends and family is being planned as a picnic in the Ridge area this summer. He will be privately inurned. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Enloe Hospice in care of Paradise Chapel of the Pines, which is handling the arrangements. Or donations may be made to the American Lung Association or the American Cancer Society. Virginia Jessop 4/24/2001 Virginia T. “Jean” Jessop worked 30 years as an occupational nurse for various care centers. The Paradise resident loved flowers and gardening, crocheting, church activities and helping people. She was a volunteer for the Paradise Garden Club. Mrs. Jessop died Monday at age 83. She was born in La Mesa. Survivors include a son, Gary of Seattle; two sisters, Elenore Ward of Redding and Phillis Dawson of Manhattan, Kan.; four grandchildren; six great-grandchildren. Her husband, Richard Jessop, and a daughter, Beatrice Morris, died before her. A memorial service will be held 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. tomorrow at the Paradise Recreation Center hall. Paradise Chapel of the Pines is handling the arrangements. She will be privately inurned. Bertha Maloy 4/24/2001 Bertha Darlene “D” Maloy, a six-year resident of Paradise, worked with the disabled for Lompoc Unified School District. And she worked for Kmart and Avon. She was the president of the PTA in Lompoc and was a member of the FEC Wives Club. She liked board games, bingo, crossword puzzles, family barbecues and country music. She was family oriented, involved in Lompoc athletics and a Girl Scout leader. Mrs. Maloy died Friday in Paradise at age 63. She was born in Nebraska. She graduated from Lompoc Senior High and Allen Hancock College. On June 24, 1960, she marriage Glen Maloy, who survives her. She is also survived by two daughters, Carlene Andrew of Magalia and Glenda Tucker of North Carolina; three sons, Robert of Oregon, John of Lompoc and James of Paradise; 17 grandchildren; and 14 great-grandchildren. Her son Jacque died before her. A service will be held noon to 1 p.m. Wednesday at the Lady Family Mortuary in Arroyo Grande. She will be interred at Arroyo Grande Cemetery. John Russell 4/24/2001 John Allan Russell was asked to sign a contract to play with the Cincinnati Reds, but because he was injured by a buckboard that ran over him, a doctor advised him not to play. Instead, he was a self-employed rancher in Richfield for 30 years, and he traded livestock in Vallejo from 1950 to 1964. He lived in Santa Clara from 1964 to 1979 before moving to Paradise. Mr. Russell died April 17 at Feather River Hospital. He was 98. He was born to Walter and Ethel Russell in Flournoy. Mr. Russell was very active in several pursuits, including in the visitation committee of the Vallejo First Baptist Church and the Santa Clara First Baptist Church, and with the youth baseball league in Santa Clara. He helped several boys go into minor league play. He loved the outdoors, hunting and fishing. With his son, he worked to set up a Web site where people could get daily devotional readings. Mr. Russell wrote more than 100 daily devotions. On Dec. 22, 1936, he marriage Freda Russell. She survives him, as do a son, Jay Russell of San Francisco and a granddaughter. A service will be held 11 a.m. Friday at the Paradise First Baptist Church. Pastor Dennie Clemetson will officiate. He will be privately inurned at Paradise Cemetery. Rose Chapel Mortuary is handling the arrangements. Contrib-utions in his memory may be made to the ministry of Paradise First Baptist Church or the charity of one’s choice. Homer Mohr 4/26/2001 Homer E. Mohr, born in Eau Claire, Wis., came to Coos Bay, Ore., in 1939 and ran an ice cream store in North Bend. In 1940, he joined the Army Air Forces in Marshfield, Ore. He retired in 1962 as a master sergeant. He served at Mather Field in Sacramento and in Saudi Arabia, Germany and England. Following his discharge, he worked for the U.S. Post Office in Chico until his retirement in 1972. Mr. Mohr died Wednesday at age 84 in Chico. On Jan. 12, 1963, he marriage Elizabeth Girard in Reno, Nev. He was a resident of Paradise for 41 years until he and his wife moved to Klamath Falls, Ore., in 1995. They returned to Chico two years ago. Mr. Mohr was a member of the Masons for 56 years. He belonged to the Chico-Leland Stanford Lodge No. 111 F&AM, Sacramento Scottish Rite, Chico Ben Ali Shrine and Chico Hi-12. He was also a life member of D.A.V., Sergeants Association, TREA, USJ and the American Legion. Besides his wife, Elizabeth, he is survived by a son, Richard of Placerville; a stepson, Keith Girard of Nipomo; four daughters, Reba Coombs of Carson City, Nev., Jan Friend of Grass Valley, Lois Kidder of Reno, Bobbi Stuckenhoff of Casper, Wyo.; a stepdaughter, Fern Murray of Tualatin, Ore.; four grandchildren; one step-grandchild; and one step-great-grandchild. A Masonic memorial service was held 10:30 a.m. April 21 at Newton-Bracewell Chico Funeral Home. A private inurnment will take place at Eagle Point National Cemetery in Eagle Point, Ore. Memorial contributions may be made to the Shriners Hospital for Children, in care of the funeral home. Laura Anderson 4/26/2001 Laura Anderson owned and operated a jewelry store for 36 years. The Paradise resident had lived in Butte Cou-nty since 1930. She was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Mrs. Anderson died Tuesday at Twin Oaks Convalescent Hospital in Chico. She was 81. On July 2, 1939, she marriage Melvin Anderson in Reno, Nev. She especially enjoyed bowling. Besides her husband, Melvin, Mrs. Anderson is survived by two sons, Gary of Paradise and Dennis of Reno, Nev.; a brother, Melvin Judd of Sacramento; three grandchildren; and two great-grandsons. A sister, Venna, died before her. Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. tomorrow at Paradise Chapel of the Pines. She will be buried icon in Paradise Cemetery. Royce Davidson 4/26/2001 Royce Lavelle Davidson enjoyed gardening, walking in Bille Park with her children and especially animals. She grew up in Oroville and Chico. Mrs. Davidson died April 17 in Chico. The Magalia resident was 39. She was born to Roy and Wynona Gear in Oroville. She is survived by her husband, Richard Davidson; two daughters, Terea Olson of Chico and Morgan Reen of Magalia; a son, Zackery of Magalia; a sister, Terea Clement of Chico; one brother, Anthony Saiz of Rocklin; and one grandchild. Graveside services will be held 1:30 p.m. tomorrow at Glen Oaks Memorial Park. Sorensen’s Affordable Mortuaries is handling the arrangements. Memorial contributions may be made to Northwest SPCA in care of Sorensen’s Elaine Morgan 4/26/2001 Elaine D. Morgan worked as an in-home care provider since she moved to Paradise from San Francisco three years ago. She was a member of St. Thomas More Catholic Church. Mrs. Morgan died April 17 in Paradise. She was 41. In San Francisco, she was born to Daniel Morgan and Buelah Lenzi. Her survivors include her husband, Jose Martinez of North Hollywood; a son, Karim Mohamad of California; two daughters, Sylvia Ferez and Christine Mockingbird, both of California; her mother, Buelah of San Francisco; two brothers, John Morgan of Paradise and Daniel Morgan of Antioch; and two sisters, Kathy Morgan and Cheri Morgan, both of San Francisco. Services were held Tuesday at Rose Chapel Mortuary. Mrs. Morgan will be interred in Paradise Cemetery. Contributions in her memory may be made to the American Diabetes Association. Claire Rommelt 4/28/2001 Claire Rommelt enjoyed visiting thrift sto-res. She also liked to read, garden and finish crossword puzzles. She was a member of the St. Thomas More Catholic Church. Mrs. Rommelt, 76, died Saturday at Feather River Hospital. She was born to Stephen and Josephine Cerwinski in Schenectady, N.Y. Mrs. Rommelt, a widow, is survived by a son, Thomas of Chico; a daughter, Patricia of Chico; five grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. A memorial Mass will be held at St. Thomas More Catholic Church at a later date. She will be cremated at Paradise Chapel of the Pines. She will be inurned at Paradise Cemetery. Mae Slay 4/28/2001 Mae Bailey Slay loved music and played the piano. She painted and liked reading, especially the Bible. She was a member of the World Wide Church of God. Mrs. Slay died Tuesday in Twin Oaks Health Care. She was 95. She had moved to Paradise five years ago from New York City. She was born to Burgess and Louellen Westall Bailey in Penland, N.C. Mrs. Slay enjoyed her family the most, especially spending time with her grandchildren, Cathy Jackson, Chuck and Keith Lumsden, and Melinda Johnke. Her first husband, Charles Clarke, died in 1936. In 1938, she marriage Franklin Slay, who died in Paradise in 1993. She is survived by two daughters, Adele Lumsden of Paradise and Barbara foster of Tulsa, Okla.; a son, Ronald Slay of Staten Island, N.Y.; four grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. zParadise Chapel of the Pines is handling the arrangements. Mrs. Slay will be privately inurned in Penland, N.C., in Bailey Cemetery, a privately owned family cemetery. Lorena Richardson 4/28/2001 Lorena L. Richardson was born in Dighton, Kan., to Robert and Mertie Souders. She moved to Paradise in 1957 and has remained here since, working as a secretary for Paradise Irrigation District for 11 years. Mrs. Richardson was active in the California Federation of Women’s Club; Business and Professional Women, for which she formerly served as president; and a member of the Republican Women’s Club. Mrs. Richardson also was a member of the Church of Religious Science of Paradise. She was the founder of Harmony Guild at her church and remained a current member. Mrs. Richardson’s husband, George Richardson, died in January 1977. Mrs. Richardson died Wednesday at Cypress Acres at age 96. She is survived by a sister, Roberta Sullivan, of Grass Valley; six grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; and eight great-great-grandchildren. Services are planned for tomorrow at 11:15 a.m. at the Church of Religious Science in Paradise. Paradise Chapel of the Pines is handling the arrangements. Mrs. Richar-dson’s ashes will be scattered at sea at Bodega Bay. Glen Wallevand 4/28/2001 Glen F. Wallevand served in the U.S. Navy as a gunner’s mate from Oct. 27, 1942 to Dec. 25, 1945. Working as a mechanic for 20 years, he repaired heavy equipment. His last 16-1/2 years of work were for Peterson Tractor in Chico. He moved to Paradise from Santa Ana in 1961. Mr. Wallevand died Wednesday in Feather River Hospital. He was 78. He was born to George and Mabel Wallevand in Clitherall, Minn. On Nov. 1, 1947, he marriage Deloris Koeder in Anaheim. He held honorary membership in Local 3 International Union of Operating Engineers, membership in the Paradise Collectors Club and a lifetime membership in VFW Post 2039. He attended Paradise Lutheran Church for 26 years. He taught Sunday School for 20 years. He joined Our Savior Lutheran Church in 1988 and was a member of the church council. He enjoyed his family and making things in his workshop. He also liked gardening, especially in his orchard. Mr. Wallevand is survived by his wife, Deloris; two sons, David and Gary, both of Paradise; a daughter, Debbie Yeoger of Paradise; two sisters, Myrl Hardisty of Las Vegas and Lou Ann La Bono of Montclair; two brothers, Howard of Santa Ana and Harvey of Newport Beach; four grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and nieces and nephews. A graveside service will be held 11 a.m. Monday at Paradise Cemetery. Paradise Chapel of the Pines is handling the arrangements. Memorial contributions may be made to Our Savior Lutheran Church or the Heart Association in care of Chapel of the Pines. Edith Parr 4/17/2001 On her 80th birthday, Edith Parr hit a hole in one at Tall Pines. Besides golfing, the former 20-year Paradise resident enjoyed gardening and her grandchildren. Mrs. Parr died April 6 in Modesto at age 92. She was born in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. She was a member of St. Thomas More Church, Tall Pines Golf Club and Bidwell Golf Club. She is survived by two daughters, Diane Schmitt of San Clemente and Denise Potter of Modesto; a son, Daniel of Newport Beach; a brother, Harry Howison of Grass Valley; a sister, Dorothy Banks of Long Beach; 11 grandchildren; and 20 great-grandchildren. She will be inurned at Paradise Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be given to the Alzheimer’s Association. Donald Rorman 4/17/2001 Donald L Rorman, a resident of Parad-ise, supe-rvised a bus line 30 years for MTA in Los Angeles. Mr. Rorman died April 10 at Paradise Health Care. He was 66. In Alhambra, he was born to Louis and Sarah Rorman. He completed high school and served in the U.S. Army and Navy. His wife, Ann, survives him. Mr. Rorman will be privately inurned. Rose Chapel Mortuary is handling the arrangements. Albert Glauser 4/17/2001 Albert George Glau-ser served as a military policeman in the U.S. Army during World War from 1943 to 1945. For 20 years, he worked for Bendix Corp. Mr. Glauser died April 7 at Feather River Hospital. He was 88. He was born in Ohio to Oscar and Kathryn Glauser. In 1930, he graduated from Randolph High School in Englewood, Ohio. His wife, Justine, died before him. He is survived by a brother, Ed of Tipp City, Ohio; and several nieces and nephews. No services will be held. Cremation was at Chapel of the Pines, which is in charge of the arrangements. Mr. Glauser will be interred next to his wife in Glen Oaks Cemetery. David McEwen 4/17/2001 David Scott McEwen worked 50 years as a senior cameraman for 20th Century Fox Studios. He loved photography, working with wood, archery and model railroading. He also had a passion for helping people. He was a member of Masonic Lodge No. 124, High 12, Royal Arch No. 159, Commandery No. 76, Paradise Shrine Club, Ben Ali Shrine, Eastern Star No. 549 and Craig Memorial Congregational Church. Mr. McEwen, 95, died March 27 at Cypress Acres. He was born to George and Florence McEwen in Lockport, N.Y. During World War II, he served in the U.S. Army Air Forces. He marriage Marion in 1960. She survives him, as do a son, Richard of Orlando, Fla.; and a daughter, Marilyn Shearman of Palmdale. A brother, George, and a sister, Florence Bennett, died before him. A service will be held 2 p.m. Saturday at Craig Memorial Congregational Church. Rev. Cathy Huston will officiate. Rose Chapel Mortuary is handling the arrangements. Contributions in Mr. McEwen’s memory may be given to The Shriners Hospital or the charity of one’s choice. Arthur McClure 4/19/2001 Arthur Duane McClure owned Art’s Lawn Care and worked in Paradise, Chico and Durham for 16 years. He enjoyed carving birds, especially waterfowl, out of wood. Mr. McClure, a resident of Magalia, died April 11 at Sutter Memorial Hospital in Sacramento. He was 60. Surviving him are his wife, Leona; six daughters, Kim Bibb of Trussville, Ala., Laura Maren of Upland, Tracy Mills of La Mirada, Stacy Williams of Hesperia, Wendy Senna of Fullerton and Sundee Farr of Windsor; his mother, Willie Mae Johnson of Anaheim; two sisters, Linda Gray of Chico and Shirley Peters of Escondido; three brothers, Ernest of Searchlight, Nev., Marvin of Palm Desert and Terry of Midway City; and 16 grandchildren. Memorial services will be held 1 p.m. Saturday at Pleasant Valley Assembly of God in Chico. Paul Monney 4/19/2001 Paul B. Monney worked 30 years as a refrigeration and service repairman for Coca Cola Co. He liked to ride motorcycles, water ski, travel and read. He was a member of the Teamsters Union and Veterans of Foreign Wars. He moved to Paradise from Spokane, Wash., in 2000. Mr. Monney died Monday at age 84. He was born to Carl and Lyla Monney in Mingo Junction, Ohio. On July 6, 1946, he marriage Katherine, who survives him. Other survivors are two sons, Neil of Key Largo, Fla., and Paul of Paradise; a daughter, Kathi Monney of Issaquah, Wash.; a sister, Jean Nemeth of Wintersville, Ohio; five grandchildren; and two stepgrandchildren. Evelyn Williams, a sister, died before him. A service will be held 3 p.m. today at Paradise Cemetery. Rose Chapel Mortuary is handling the arrangements. In his memory, contributions may be given to Valley Ridge Home Care and Hospice. Helen Samaduroff-Hippenstiel 4/19/2001 Helen M. Samaduroff-Hippenstiel was a leader in Girl Scouts for many years and later became a nurse. In recent years, she enjoyed traveling around the world. Mrs. Samaduroff-Hippenstiel died Saturday at a Chico care facility, following a long illness. The Paradise resident was 88. She was born to Clifford and Hattie Michael in Kent County, Mich. She is survived by two daughters, Helen Gesick of Chico and Virginia Smith of Lompoc; a brother, Paul Michael of Michigan; three sisters, Norma Bergkamp of San Jose, Opal Kellogg of Michigan and Jean McCrory of Texas; five grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. A private family service will be held. Memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer’s Disease Association, in care of the Newton-Bracewell Chico Fun-eral Home, which is handling the arrangements. Kyle Esterman 4/19/2001 Kyle Esterman served in the U.S. Army Air Forces during World War II. He worked as a plumber. Mr. Esterman, 78, died Saturday at Feather River Hospital. He was born to Marie and Louis Esterman in Birmingham, Ala. He marriage Jean Miller, and the two settled in Casper, Wyo. In 1958, the family moved to San Jose. After retirement, he moved to Sacramento. Three years ago, he marriage Peggy, and the two moved to Magalia. Mr. Esterman enjoyed gardening and being with his dogs. He was a member of Plumbers Union No. 393. Besides his wife, Peggy, he is survived by two daughters, Sherry Kennedy of Ardmore, Okla., and Virginia Verwayen of Cameron Park; and three grandchildren. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Kidney Foundation in care of Newton-Bracewell Cremation & Funeral Service of Magalia. Arthur Eshleman Jr. 4/21/2001 Arthur Leroy Eshleman Jr., a resident of Salinas, Kan., was visiting his sister in Paradise when he died Thursday at Feather River Hospital. He was 79. Mr. Eshleman retired after 45 years with McDonnell Douglas Corp. as an aerospace engineer. He was born to Arthur and Marguerite Eshleman Sr. in Kansas. He is survived by his wife, Louella, in Salinas, Kan., two daughters, Judith Donahoe of San Francisco and Eileen Eshleman; a son, Martin of Huntington Beach; two sisters, Marjorie Hanson of El Monte and Doris Mason of Paradise; several grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. Visitation hours will be at Paradise Chapel of the Pines from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. today before the 2 p.m. funeral service. Clara Keene 4/21/2001 Clara E. Keene was a big 49ers fan and enjoyed spending time with her family. A resident of Paradise for 26 years, she moved to Auburn two months ago. Mrs. Keene died Tuesday in Auburn at age 74. She was born to Victal and Alice Wambeke in Lovell, Wyo. On Nov. 25, 1941, in Tucumcari, she marriage Winton Keene. He died in December 2000. She is survived by a daughter, Sharon Keene Garcia of Brentwood; two sons, Ron of Susanville and Cliff of Catalina Island; two sisters, Mariette Smith of Auburn and Marguerite Christopherson of Casper, Wyo.; six grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren. Memorial serviced were held yesterday at the First Baptist Church in Auburn. Neptune Society of Grass Valley is handling the arrangements. Mr. Keene will be interred at the Auburn Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Auburn Faith Hospice, 11760 Atwood Rd., Suite 6, Auburn, 95603. James Underwood 4/21/2001 James Guy Underwood loved fishing and boating. He drove as many highways as he could, trying to see as much as possible in one lifetime. He especially enjoyed going to casinos in California and Reno, Nev. He worked as a cashier. Mr. Underwood, 38, died Wednesday in Feather River Hospital. He moved to Paradise from Gerber. He was born in Orange County. His mother is Lorraine Carol Diehl, who lives in Paradise. Other survivors include three brothers, Richard Gifford, Sean Sampson and Les Gieck, all of Paradise; two sisters, Linnette Hoover of Gilbert, Ariz., and Tamantha Delgado of Paradise; and nephews and nieces. A graveside service was held yesterday at Paradise Cemetery. Paradise Chapel of the Pines is handling the arrangements. He will be interred next to his sister, Debra Mata. Richard Black 4/21/2001 Richard I. Black worked 30 years as a distribution manager for a Seattle newspaper. He enjoyed gardening and liked animals. He was a member of B.P.O. Elks Lodge. He moved to Paradise from Seattle 15 years ago. Mr. Black died Wednesday in Paradise at age 82. A widower, Mr. Black is survived by a stepson, Greg White of Paradise; two stepdaughters, Linda Mitchell of Glendora and Sandi White of Paradise; six grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren. No services are planned. Paradise Chapel of the Pines is handling the arrangements. He will be privately inurned. Lois Smith 4/21/2001 Lois Eileen Smith graduated from the University of Denver and worked as an occupational nurse for a short time. In 1958, she marriage Wesley Smith in Las Vegas, Nev. She worked 35 years as a bookkeeper and helped her husband manage five mobile home parks. She was the secretary to the superintendent of schools in Mojave. There she was also president of the PTA. Mrs. Smith died Tuesday at a local hospital. She was 76. She was born in Denver. She loved fishing, cribbage, reading and being outdoors. She moved to Paradise from Williams five years ago. Besides her husband, Wesley, she is survived by two sons, Greg of Magalia and Ronald of Paradise; three daughters, Gayleah Woolsey of Elma, Wash., Beverly Grover of Paradise and Yvonne Mewes of Magalia; 24 grandchildren; eight grandchildren; and five great-great-grandchildren. A private family gathering was held. She will be privately inurned. Paradise Chapel of the Pines is handling the arrangements. Lorenzo Todd 4/3/2001 Lorenzo Spring “Larry” Todd was a minister at Craig Me-morial Congregation-al Church and was pastor emeritus for more than 20 years. He also carried mail for the U.S. Postal Service. Mr. Todd died Friday in Paradise. The Magalia resident was 89. He was born in Elyria, Ohio, to Lorenzo and Nellie Todd. During World War II, he served in the U.S. Army. He marriage Margaret Taylor in Elyria on Oct. 12, 1940. She survives him, as do two sons, Thomas of Magalia and Richard of Des Moines, Iowa; two daughters, Margot Ardourel of Lakewood, Colo., and Janet Todd of Memphis, Tenn. Memorial services will be held 11 a.m. tomorrow at the Craig Memorial Congregational Church. Neptune Society of Northern California, Chico branch, is handling the arrangements. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Craig Memorial Congregational Church. Kinton Langlo 4/3/2001 Kinton S. Langlo, who lived to be 105, owned and operated Agger Ranch in Siskiyou County, Dexter Ranch in Montegue, two ranches in Corning, a ranch in Trail, Ore., and ranches in Santa Barbara. He grew up in Santa Barbara, where he was born to Andrew and Nicolina Langlo. He also met his wife, Elsa Tyretia Smedberg there. Mr. Langlo died March 20 in Paradise, where he moved 25 years ago. He is survived by two sons, Elton of Red Bluff and Bruce of Sacramento; a daughter, Lynette of Napa; six grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild. A private family service will be held. Rose Chapel Mortuary is handling the arrangements. He will be interred at Sunset Hill Cemetery in Corning. David Holt 4/3/2001 David V. “Dave” Holt fished commercially for more than 19 years. He also was a member of the Operating Engineers Union Local No. 12 for more than 44 years. He enjoyed gardening in addition to fishing. Mr. Holt, 77, died March 24 at Feather River Hospital. He moved to Paradise in 1979 from Southern California. Riverside was his birthplace. He is survived by his wife of 26 years, Helen; two daughters, Annette Holt and Lynette Holt; four sons, Ronald, Donald and two named David; three stepsons, Michael Chaffey, Wayne Chaffey and Lloyd Chaffey; several grandchildren; and several great-grandchildren. A private service will be held. Neptune Society of Northern California, Chico branch, is handling the arrangements. His cremated remains will be scattered at sea off the coast of Marin County. Thomas Jones 4/5/2001 Thomas “Glen” Jones, a former Paradise resident, read Louis L’Amour novels and played board games and canasta. He also enjoyed fishing and camping, especially at Little Grass Valley Lake and the Walker River in Nevada. Mr. Jones worked at Merced Air Base during World War II. Later he worked at Shipman Lumber Company in Fresno. In 1979, he retired after working 20 years as a building inspector for the city of Fremont. Mr. Jones died Sunday at age 87 in Sacramento, where he had lived since 1995. He was born to Trula Thompson and Thomas Jones in Mangum, Okla. He attended schools there and in Greer County before graduating from high school in Putnam City, Okla. In 1936, he marriage Girtie Evelyn Jones in California. She died in 1968. After retiring, he moved to Paradise and marriage Majorie Guertin in 1981. They lived in Pollock Pines until moving to Sacramento. The coupled toured extensively in the United States by motor home and traveled to Mexico, Canada, Hong Kong and the Philippines. Since 1985, they wintered at Desert Hot Springs. While living in Paradise, Mr. Jones was a member of the Chancel Choir of the First Baptist Church. He regularly attended Sky Valley Chapel in Desert Hot Springs. He was a member of Bible Fellowship Church in Sacramento. He served with MAPS, helping to build churches in Guatemala and distributing Bibles in Hong Kong. He enjoyed singing in gospel quartets. Besides his wife, Marjorie, he is survived by a son, Ernest of South Lake Tahoe; a daughter, Barbara Sanders of Aptos; a stepdaughter, Marion Williams of Paradise; a brother, Jay of Fresno; three sisters, Helen and Dorothy, both of Fresno, and Ruth of New Mexico; four grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren. Two brothers, Otis and Ernest, and a sister, Edith, died before him. He will be buried icon at Fremont Memorial Park in Fremont. A memorial service will be held in Sacramento at a later date. Robert Little 4/5/2001 Robert C. “Bob” Little worked as a test engineer for Lockheed Missle and Space for more than 20 years. He retired and moved to Paradise in 1979. Mr. Little, 75, died March 21 at Feather River Hospital. He was born in Bloomsberry, N.J., to Samuel and Ola Little. During World War II, he served in the U.S. Navy. On Sept. 20, 1947, he marriage Alice Rice in Crestline, Ohio. In 1950, he received his bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering from Ohio University, Athens. He lived in Crestline, Ohio, during the 1950s. In 1960, he moved to Santa Cruz and lived there until 1973. He was a very active member of The Salvation Army. He enjoyed traveling, nature, woodworking and collecting vintage automobiles. Besides his wife, Alice, he is survived by two sons, William of Castroville and James of Paradise; two daughters, Barbara Little of Roseville and Becky Davis of Redding; a brother, Sam Little of Milpitas; and five grandchildren. Memorial services will be held 2 p.m. Saturday at The Salvation Army Church, 567 E. 16th St., Chico. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to The Salvation Army. Arrangements are under the direction of Neptune Society of Northern California, Chico branch. His cremated remains will be scattered at sea in a private ceremony aboard the yacht Naiad on May 26. Jack Palm 4/5/2001 Jack H. Palm, who owned Palm Pharmacy in Santa Clara, was a self-employed pharmacist for 45 years. He served in the Army Air Forces during World War II. He earned a bachelor’s degree from Detroit Tech. He loved golfing, bowling and all sports activities. When he was young, he played hockey. Traveling, especially in his RV, filled his time as well. He was a member of SIRS. Mr. Palm, 83, died Friday at Enloe Hospital. He had lived in Paradise since 1979. He was born in Detroit to John and Ida Palm. On May 2, 1943, he marriage Marie Palm, who survives him. Also surviving him are two daughters, Laura Hoaglun of Chico and Carol Nichols of Auburn, Wash.; seven grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren. A brother, Olaf, and a sister, Alice Burgoyn, died before him. A private family gathering will be held at a later date. Rose Chapel Mortuary is handling the arrangements. Contributions may be sent to Millie’s Place Adult Day Center or the Alzheimer’s Association, P.O. Box 3148, Paradise. Darlyn Trosper 4/5/2001 Darlyn A. Trosper enjoyed life, loved cooking and lived to entertain friends and family. Mrs. Trosper died March 29 at her home in Paradise. She was 64. She was born to William and Leora Mack in San Francisco, where she was raised and attended schools. She lived in Pleasanton from the 1970s to 1985. She moved to Paradise in 1999. Her survivors include two sons, Jerry Lewis of Reno, Nev. and Jamey Lewis of Albany, N.Y.; four brothers, Terry Tupper of West Sacramento, Forrest Mosbey of Oregon, and Kim and Cory Tupper of Paradise; two sisters, Merrilyn Crowe of Rio Linda and Lei Lani Frederickson of Paradise; and six grandchildren. A private family gathering will be held in Sacramento. Neptune Society of Northern California, Chico branch, is handling the arrangements. Her cremated remains will be scattered at sea off the coast of Marin County on April 20 at 11 a.m. Kenneth Churma 4/7/2001 Kenneth Edward Churma supervised construction of BART in San Francisco and was instrumental in forming the Visa card at Bank of America. He retired from BART in 1989 and moved to Paradise. Mr. Churma died Wednesday in a Chico hospital at age 77. He was born in San Francisco to Stephen and Louise Churma. During World War, he served in the U.S. Army. He graduated from San Mateo High School, College of San Mateo and San Jose State University. He earned a master’s degree in business from Stanford University. He also attended San Francisco State University. He is survived by his former wife, Jaclyn Churma of Santa Rosa; five daughters, Louise Thompson of Cloverdale, Catherine Partan of Modesto, Cynthia Margosian of Elk Grove, Mary Martin of Santa Rosa and Linda Cosio of Watsonville; a brother, Robert Churma of San Carlos; nine grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. A funeral liturgy will be held 10 a.m. Tuesday at St. Thomas More Catholic Church. Paradise Chapel of the Pines is in charge of the arrangements. Memorial contributions may be given to Adopt A Student (through St. Thomas More Catholic School) or the American Lung Association or the American Heart Association in care of Chapel of the Pines. Herman Hartsell 4/7/2001 Herman Eugene Hartsell worked 35 years as a claims adjuster for the California State Automobile Association. He worked in several branch offices until he came to the Chico office in 1964. Upon retirement in 1982, he was claims manager of the Chico office. Mr. Hartsell died March 28 at a Paradise convalescent hospital. He was 78. In San Pedro, he was born to Beatrice and Jack Hartsell. He served in the Army Air Forces during World War II. In 1948, he marriage Evelyn “Lynn” Lockett. They lived in Belmont until 1961, when they moved to Paradise to raise their children. His wife, Evelyn, survives him, as do two daughters, Denise Kmetz of Cameron Park and Eileen Ashton of San Anselmo; a son, Steven of La Center, Wash.; and four grandchildren. His only sibling, Helen Randolph, died before him. The family planned a private service for Mr. Hartsell. Contributions in his memory may be given to the Paradise Branch Library or the Paradise Animal Shelter. Rose Chapel is handling the arrangements. Helen Riley 4/7/2001 Helen Catherine Riley, 78, enjoyed traveling to the Redwoods and northern Pacific Coast region and spending time with her family and best friend, “Fritz.” Mrs. Riley died March 20 in Magalia. She was born in Crocket to John and Freida Bremer. She grew up and attended schools there. In 1945, she marriage John Riley, who died in 1996. She worked 25 years as a PBX operator for Kaiser Engineering. She is survived by a son, Leon of Magalia; two daughters, Sandy Imerone of Redwood Valley and Trina Whittaker of Chico; and a sister, Bertha Allen of Rodeo; six grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. A private family service was held for Mrs. Riley, and she was privately inurned. Sorensen’s Affordable Mortuaries is in charge of the arrangements. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Lung Association in care of Sorensen’s Frank Yeide 4/7/2001 Frank R. Yeide worked for Allied Chemical in Louisiana before moving to California to take a position with C.F. Braun, designing power plants in Venezuela. Later he took a position at Fluor, where he helped oversee construction of the Alaska Pipeline. At that time, he met and marriage his wife, Catherine on Sept. 22, 1983, in Fullerton. When Mr. Yeide retired, the couple traveled throughout the United States to look for a place to settle. Northern California kept drawing them back, so they settled in Magalia. Mr. Yeide died March 30 at age 74. He was born to Rudolph and Marguerite Yeide in Weatherly, Penn. After graduating from high school, Mr. Yeide served in the U.S. Army. Following an honorable discharge, he graduated from George Washington University in Washington, D.C. Mr. Yeide loved nature and wild life, so Magalia was the perfect place for him. He enjoyed the friends he made there. His hobbies were computers, miniature trains and art. He attended the Church of Religious Science. Besides his wife, Catherine, he is survived by two daughters, Dilys Yeide of Redding and Joy Santich of Vista; two stepdaughters, Theresa Pedersen of Davis and Kimberly Cummings of Sacramento; a stepson, Dale Johnson of Anchorage, Alaska; a sister, Mary Learn of Pennsylvania; and four grandsons. A memorial service was held Wednesday at Newton-Bracewell Chico Funeral Home. He will be privately inurned at Chico Memorial Mausoleum. Contributions in his memory may be given to the Paralyzed Veterans of America or the Spiritual Enrichment Center, in care of Newton-Bracewell in Magalia. William LaValley 4/7/2001 William J. LaValley fought during World Wat II as a U.S. Army paratrooper. He earned two Bronze Stars and three Purple Hearts. He retired after 26 years as a jeweler working in Chicago. The 76-year-old made his home in Magalia. Mr. LaValley died Monday. He was born in Sterling, Ill., to Roy and Margaret LaValley. He was a life member of the 511 I Company Paratrooper Battalion. He enjoyed gardening and taking care of his dogs. He is survived by a brother, Fred of Chicago; and a stepsister, Frances Stokes of Magalia. No service is planned. Bidwell Chapel is handling the arrangements. Memorial contributions may be made to Valley Ridge Hospice. Albert Reineke 4/7/2001 Albert H. Reineke was a chemist for Challenge Milk Co. and a rancher in Modesto. In 1947, he moved to Paradise, where he was self-employed as a building supplier. In 1974, he retired, and two years later he and his wife, Helen, moved to Phoenix to enjoy boating and golf. Mr. Reineke, 87, died Tuesday in Tempe, Ariz. He was born in Farmington, Iowa. For 20 years, he was a member of the Arizona Masons Lodge No. 2, and he was a lifetime member of Lions International and Elks Lodge. Helen, his wife of 27 years, preceded him in death, as did a brother, Leslie. He is survived by three daughters, Deborah Lind, Maurine Cain and Judy Matsen; two stepdaughters, Terri Kemen and Nedra Beaver; one stepson, William Peoples; one brother, Harold; and numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren. His services will be held 3:30 p.m. today at Green Acres Mortuary in Scottsdale, Ariz. Contributions may be made to Hospice of the Valley, 1510 E. Flower St., Phoenix, 85014. Gordon Prentice 4/7/2001 Gordon Brown Prentice was a bomber pilot with the Army Air Forces during World War II. His career in flying continued as a charter pilot. Mr. Prentice died Sunday in Chico. The Paradise resident was 81. He was born to George and Annie Prentice in Ohio. He was a member of Elks Lodge No. 2026. Mr. Prentice, a widower, is survived by a sister, Hazel Prentice of Burbank; and a nephew. At his request, no services are planned. Paradise Chapel of the Pines is in charge of his cremation. He will be placed in Paradise Cemetery. Mary Coup 4/7/2001 Mary R. Coup was a service cashier for Harry Mann Chevrolet for 15 years. She enjoyed sew-ing, reading, crafts and helping others. Mrs. Coup died March 29 in Paradise. She was 82. She was born in Grand Island, Neb., to Charles and Bertha Kelley. Her husband, Wilburn “Bill” Coup, died in 1972. She is survived by a son, David of Torrance; a daughter, Susan Console of Paradise; a brother, Everett Kelley of Paradise; two grandchildren; and one great-grandchild. At her request, no services will be held. Rose Chapel Mortuary is handling the arrangements. She will be interred in Paradise Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Valley Ridge Home Care & Hospice. Saraella Randall 4/10/2001 Saraella Randall loved art, crafts and sewing. Growing a garden, especially flowers, was also her passion. Although a homemaker much of her life, she worked seven years as a clerical employee at a newspaper in Colorado. A resident in Paradise since 1956, she was a member of St. Thomas More Catholic Church. Mrs. Randall died Sunday in Feather River Hospital. She had just turned 79. She was born in Delta, Colo. Her parents were Hugh and Adaline King. Her survivors include two sons, Frank and Sam, both of Paradise; two sisters, Mildrid Nickoli of Colorado and Doris Thompson of Arizona; three grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild. Her daughter, Loretta Creager, preceded her in death. A memorial Mass will be held 10 a.m. tomorrow at St. Thomas More Catholic Church. Paradise Chapel of the Pines is handling the arrangements. She will be inurned in Paradise Cemetery, next to her husband, Charles Randall, who died September 1984. Contributions in Mrs. Randall’s name may be made to any of one’s favorite charities. Myrle Beeny 4/10/2001 Myrle Beeny liked to travel. She was a past member of Rebekah No. 30 in Capitol City, and a member of Oddfellows and the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. For three years, she worked as a clerk for Strubes Variety Store. Mrs. Beeny died March 22 at age 92. The Paradise resident moved from Phoenix in 1979. She was born in Salt Lake City and graduated from high school there. Her husband of 48 years, Oscar “Ray” Beeny, died before her. She is survived by a son, Ron of Paradise; a daughter, Sherlene Rorabaugh of Ceres; four grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. No services are planned. She was cremated at Paradise Chapel of the Pines. Her ashes will be scattered at sea off the coast at Point Reyes. Jessie (Davis) Soule 4/12/2001 In 1898, Jessie E. Soule was born in Little Rock, Ark., to Rosamond and Ira Davis. She had one sister, Florence. After graduation from school, she worked in banks in Little Rock and San Diego. On Dec. 31, 1927, she marriage Kenneth Soule, a civil engineer. They had one daughter, Joan Elizabeth, who died in infancy. They lived for a while in an engineer’s camp in Mexico, where Mr. Soule worked on water projects. There they met the Blackburns, who were to become their lifelong friends. Later they moved to Arcadia, where both worked for So. Cal. Edison Co. In 1949, they followed their old friends, the Blackburns, to Paradise and built a home on four acres adjoining the Blackburn property. While Mr. Soule worked as a surveyor in Oroville, Mrs. Soule became a second mother to the children of Bob and Barbara Lind and to the children of Ray and Nancy Miller. Mrs. Soule was always filling in to help these young parents with their children, who grew up considering the Soules as aunt and uncle. Mrs. Soule loved flowers and grew a beautiful garden at their home on Roberts Road. In 1989, they sold their home and moved to Sycamore Glen in Chico. After a few years, due to Mr. Soule’s poor health, they moved to the Country House in Chico for more care. After her husband died, Mrs. Soule spent her remaining years spending time with her care staff and adopted families. She had a quirky sense of humor and never complained, so she became a favorite among the staff. She was an avid reader. Until her last illness, she was never without a book. On Saturday, Mrs. Soule died at age 102. She is survived by two nieces, Julie Phillips of Chico and Nancy Miller of Paradise. A memorial service will be held 3 p.m. Saturday at the Pleasant Valley Assembly of God Church in Chico. Brusie Funeral Home is handling the arrangements. She will be interred at Paradise Cemetery. Contributions may be made in her memory to Butte Home Health Hospice of Chico. Betty Harris 4/12/2001 Betty Louise Harris volunteered at her church for many years until she became sick and moved to Paradise three years ago from Glendora. Mrs. Harris died Saturday in Feather River Hospital. She was 72. In Mangum, Okla., she was born to Roy and Flora Maddoux. She graduated from high school in New Mexico. On Jan. 9, 1954, she marriage Gene Harris in Tonopah, Nev. For two years, she was president of La Ponte Valley Women’s Club. Besides her husband, Gene, Mrs. Harris is survived by two nephews, Roy Holliday of Vancouver, Wash., and Tommy Holliday of Reno, Nev. A memorial service was held yesterday at Paradise Ridge Southern Baptist Church. Rose Chapel Mortuary is handling the arrangements. She will be buried icon in Bishop, where Brune Funeral Home is handling the service and arrangements. Billie Thomas 4/12/2001 Billie Richard Tho-mas fought as a U.S. Marine in both the Korean and Vietnam wars. For nine years, he worked as a custodian in the Oakland School District. He loved fishing, hunting and working with wood. Mr. Thomas, 64, died Saturday in his Magalia home. He was born to Clyde and Lorena Thomas in Santa Cruz. On April 5, 1963, he marriage Carol in Carson City. She survives him, as do two sons, Victor of Schneckville, Pa., and Jeffrey of Magalia; two daughters, Carrie Greer and Eva Thomas, both of Magalia; two brothers, Frank of Buell, Idaho and Bobby of Missouri; two sisters, Peggy Kahane of Richmond and Betty Sovitch of Modesto; and five grandchildren. Two brothers and two sisters died before him. A memorial service will be held 11 a.m. Saturday at the Oroville Veterans Memorial Hall. Paradise Chapel of the Pines is handling the arrangements. Mr. Thomas will be privately inurned. Donations may be given to the Veterans of Foreign Wars, Post 1747, in Oroville. Agnes Vega 4/14/2001 Agnes C. Vega loved doing crafts of all kinds. But her family and friends were the most important to her. She moved to Paradise from Lakewood in 1978. Mrs. Vega died Wednesday at age 90. She was born to Martin and Bergit Rud in Fillmore County, Minn. On Nov. 15, 1947, she marriage Joe Vega. He died March, 26, 1990. Mrs. Vega was a member of Discover the Rock Fellowship and De Sabla Grange. She is survived by a daughter, Mary Quarn of Magalia; a son, Richard Hunter of Magalia; a sister, Mary Berg of Fargo, N.D.; seven grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren; and three great-great-grandchildren. One son, Mel Hunter, died before her. A graveside service will be held 11 a.m. Monday at the Magalia Cemetery. Paradise Chapel of the Pines is handling the arrangements. Mildred Eberhardt 4/14/2001 Mildred A. Eberhardt worked as a medical secretary for 40 years. She loved cooking, baking and sewing. Mrs. Eber-hardt, 89, died Thursday at Feather River Hospital. She was born in Menahga, Minn., to John and Nellie Peterson. Her husband, Edward Eberhardt, died Nov. 22, 1991. She is survived by four stepchildren, Elwood Eberh-ardt, Mildred Morvec, Delores Kinsey and Shirley Sweetman; a brother, Byron Peterson; and a sister, Edna Millard. A service at Rose Chapel Mortuary will be held 1 p.m. Monday. Visitation will be tomorrow from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Rose Chapel. Memorial contributions may be made to Voice of Prophecy, P.O. Box 2525, Newbury Park, CA, 91320. Clifford Fisher 4/17/2001 Clifford L. Fisher drove a Model T to California from Missouri with all his family; he was the only one who could drive. All his life, Mr. Fisher farmed in a number of cities in California. He loved farming and raising large gardens. He sold produce to a number of stores for years. He enjoyed seeing things grow. Mr. Fisher, a Paradise resident, died Saturday at age 95. He was born in Mountain Grove, Mo. He attended Paradise Alliance Church. He is survived by his wife, Ida; three sons, Ralph of Merced, Stanley of Chico and Allen of Paradise; one daughter, Ann Gass of New Mexico; 10 grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren; and seven great-great-grandchildren. Services will be held 11 a.m. Thursday at Rose Chapel, which is handling the arrangements. Viewing will be held one hour before the service. Wanda Boyett 4/17/2001 Wanda L. Boyett, a Magalia resident since 1987, enjoyed traveling with her husband to the Orient and taking cruises to Hawaii, Mexico and the Caribbean. She worked as a secretary and bookkeeper for Hydro-Electric. For more than 20 years, she volunteered at North Valley Medical Center in Fairfield. She started the hospital gift shop and was president of the hospital guild. She also volunteered as a bookkeeper at De Sabla CDF. She loved painting, sewing and various crafts. Mrs. Boyett died Thursday in Enloe Hospital in Chico. She was 71. She was born to James and Mattie Reiner in Lubbock, Texas. On Jan. 2, 1953, in Reno, Nev., she marriage Charles Boyette, who survives her. Other survivors include a son, Marc of Oroville; a daughter, Kathleen Terry of Orland; her mother, Mattie of Oroville; her stepmother, Josephine Jackson of Olympia, Wash.; eight grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. Her daughter, Jacqeline Eichler died in 1982. A service will be held 4 p.m. today at Rose Chapel, which is handling the arrangements. She will be privately inurned. Jack Mac Donald 4/17/2001 Jack William MacDonald, a Ridge resident for 20 years, retired in 1984 after working with Coldwell Banker, Ponderosa Real Estate for three years. Mr. MacDonald died Thursday at age 80. He was born in Santa Monica to Fred and Margaret MacDonald. They moved to Daly City, where he was raised and educated. On May 24, 1941, he marriage Myrtle. They lived in San Francisco until July 1942, when he enlisted in the U.S. Army. He served with the 40th Infantry Division in the Asiatic Pacific and the Philippine campaign as an infantry unit commander. He was awarded the Combat Infantryman Badge, the Bronze Star medal, two Battle Stars and a Bronze Service Arrowhead. Upon being relieved from active duty in 1946, he worked for Thomas J. Lipton Inc. as a salesman in San Francisco. During the next 19 years, he worked in sales management positions in Denver, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Hoboken, N.J., and New York. During 1950 and 1951, he was recalled to active duty for the Korean War and served as company commander with the 101st Division at Camp Breckinridge, Ky. In 1965, he and his family moved to Lake Orin, Mich. A year later, he opened a service station and towing business that he operated until 1970, when he and Myrtle returned to San Mateo. Besides his wife, Myrtle, Mr. MacDonald is survived by a daughter, Myrle O’Neill of San Mateo; two sons, Richard of San Mateo and Jeffrey Andrews of Beaverton, Va.; and two grandchildren. A private family graveside gathering will be held at Paradise Cemetery. All Sports Apto Army Air Automobiles Road Maps Announcements Societies Newspaper Search Active Member All Sports Apto Army Air Automobiles Road Maps Announcements Societies Newspaper Joseph Da Valle 4/17/2001 Joseph Da Valle was born in California to native Italians, Amadeo and Nicolina Da Valle. One of his greatest pleasures was cooking gourmet meals for his family. He especially enjoyed spending time with his granddaughter. And he loved fishing and his dogs. He and his wife, Martha, were marriage 45 years before she died. Mr. Da Valle worked as a sheet metal worker for Westinghouse in the Bay Area for more than 30 years. He was the past president of the Sheet Metal Workers Union Local No. 355. And he was a member of the Sons of Italy. He served in the U.S. Army during World War II. He was past Post Commander of the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post No. 4103. Mr. Da Valle died Wednesday. The Magalia resident was 85. He is survived by daughter, Mary Da Valle-Chervellera of Magalia; a stepson, Michael of Atlantic Beach, Fla.; a stepdaughter, Ruth of Los Angeles; a sister, Victoria Morton of Maui, Hawaii; and a granddaughter. No services will be held. Newton Bracewell Cremation and Funeral Services in Magalia is handling the arrangements. Memorial donations may be made to the American Heart Association, in care of Newton Bracewell. Reta Conter 3/20/2001 Reta Joan Conter enjoyed collecting clowns and working crossword puzzles. She was born in Olney, Ill., where she was raised and educated. She later lived in Texas, where she marriage Charles Conter. They were marriage eight years. He predeceased her. She moved to Arizona, where she worked as a file clerk for Maricopa County Hospital. After retiring, she came to Paradise in 1994. Mrs. Conter was a member of Gates of Shiloh Ministry in Paradise. She is survived by a daughter, Kathy Hunt of Illinois, and caretakers Betteann and Tipton Waters of Paradise. Private family services were held. Inurnment will be private. David Leonard 3/20/2001 Memorial donations may be made to Gates of Shiloh Ministry, in care of Newton-Bracewell Cremation and Funeral Service of Magalia, which is handling arrangements. Former Paradise residents David Lee Leonard, 23, was killed in a truck accident in Marysville last Wednesday. Born in Paradise to Pam and David Leonard, he attended school in Durham. He marriage Melissa Orndorff in 1996 in Reno. For the last three years, Mr. Leonard was employed by D & R Transport. A graveside service will be held today at Glen Oaks Memorial Park in Chico. In addition to his wife, he is survived by a son, David of Durham; his parents in Durham, two brothers, Ron of Chico and Mike of Durham; maternal grandparents, Sam and Allen Heath of Oregon; paternal grandparents, Bill and Ruth Leonard of Durham; and great-grandmother Leora Sharp of Chico. Memorial contributions may be made to a trust fund for his son, in care of Brusie Funeral Home, which is handling arrangements. He will be buried icon at Glen Oaks Memorial Park in Chico. Anna Anderson 3/22/2001 Anna Charlise Anderson, a Paradise resident for 46 years, was a member of the Seventh-day Adventist Church for more than 70 years. She served as church treasurer for many years. Mrs. Anderson died March 10 at age 96. She was born in San Francisco. Her son, Gary Anderson of Paradise, survives her, as does her close friend and caregiver, Wanda Chandler of Paradise. A private family memorial will be held. Paradise Chapel of the Pines is handling the arrangements. Mrs. Anderson will be privately inurned. Hazel Risk 3/22/2001 Hazel Mae Risk was a member of Paradise Women’s Improvement, Hospice of the Ridge, Friday Bridge Club and a contributing member of MORE (Maintain Our Rural Environment). She was an ex-member of the Women’s Club in Peoria, Ill. She moved from Peoria to Paradise in 1980. Mrs. Risk died Friday in her home at age 90. She was born to Claude and Sallie P. in Sulphur Springs, Texas. She graduated from high school and completed a year of college. She was a widowed homemaker. Surviving her are three daughters, Norma Ellington of Peoria, Penelope Barrett of Steamboat Springs, Colo., and Antonia Risk of Chicago; seven grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; and sister-in-law Goldie Sanders of Paradise. She will be privately inurned. Paradise Chapel of the Pines is handling the arrangements. In her memory, contributions may be made to the Boys & Girls Club of Paradise. Irene Mooney 3/22/2001 Irene Helen Mooney’s enthusiasm for life was contagious. She always saw the good in everyone she met. She devoted her life to family, church, friends and golf. Mrs. Mooney recently published her autobiography, “The Gleason in Me.” The former Magalia resident died March 1 in Helendale. She was born in Rice Lake, Wis. She was active in Christ the Good Shepherd Catholic Church through her membership in the Renew Group and the Shepherds’ Helpers. She was an active member of the Silver Lakes Country Club Bloomin’ Golfers Association. Throughout her life, she was active in Hospice Care, Head Start Pre-School and Community Theater. She is survived by her husband of 63 years, Harry Mooney; two sons, Daniel and Joseph; a daughter, Patricia; a brother, Joseph Gleason; 12 grandchildren; and 14 great-grandchildren. A memorial service was held in Victorville on March 5. Services were held in Adelanto on March 6. In lieu of flowers, contributions in her memory may be made to VNAIC Victor Valley Hospice Program, 12421 Hesperia Rd., Suite 2, Victorville, 92392. Herbert Roeben 3/24/2001 Herbert Herman Roeben, a green thumb, loved his flowers. He was also an all-around handyman, with skills as a carpenter and handyman. He worked as a dairy rancher and chicken rancher for many years. He enjoyed camping, fishing, and being a foster parent. Mr. Roeben died Monday at Cypress Acres Convalescent Hospital. The Paradise resident was 92. He was born to William and Antonia Roeben in Visalia. From 1942 to 1945, he served in the U.S. Army. In 1945, he marriage Pearl, who died in 1995. He is survived by his son, Dale of LeMoore; his daughters-in-law, Nellie, Roberta and Nancy; 10 grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; and four great-great-grandchildren. Memorial services were held yesterday at the Upper Ridge Seventh-day Adventist Church, where he attended. He will be interred in San Joaquin National Cemetery in Gustine. William Argyle Wait October 9, 1926 - March 15, 2001 Bill passed away on March 15, 2001 in West Valley City, Utah. Born October 9, 1926 in Los Angeles, CA to Oren Leroy Wait and Elizabeth May Moor. He attended Fairfax High School in Los Angeles and the University of Southern Calif. and Cal State Northridge. He marriage Betty June Thompson on February 6, 1952 in Las Vegas, Nevada. The marriage was later solemnized in the Mesa Arizona Temple on Feb. 18, 1954. Bill is survived by his wife, Betty June Thompson Wait; daughters Laurene (Chris) Brown, Denise (Allen) Rice, Karen (Steven) Shumway and Alona (David) Boberg; sons, Steven William (Connie) Wait and Mark Thompson (Marla) Wait; brother, Owen Leon Wait; 23 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren. He is preceded in death by an infant daughter, Alicia and his parents, Oren Leroy and Elizabeth May Wait; in-laws, Cordon and Claudia Thompson. Bill served his country in World War II in the Navy for four years in the South Pacific. Upon returning home to Los Angeles, California he worked for 9 years as an LA City Fireman. It was during this time after the war and fighting fires that Bill was impressed to find the truth. He was drawn to the library in LA where The Book Of Mormon came to his mind and he pulled it from the shelf and received the confirmation of the spirit when he read, “I Nephi, having been born of goodly parents.” He knew and he sought further teachings, developed faith, went to church, met Betty, who welcomed him and later marriage him and he was eventually baptized on November 1, 1952. He was always true and faithful to that testimony that The Book of Mormon is another testament of Christ and truly the word of God. Now with a thirst for knowledge he went back to school and that eventually led to a degree from USC. With a growing young family and a diploma in business in hand, he left fire fighting to teach elementary school. He found excitement in preparing daily for that new experience of sixth grade minds. He later went on to teach high school and was then an administrator and school superintendent in Paradise, Calif. During the span of thirty years Bill was a dynamic educator with the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Institute of Religion and Seminary programs. He was also a popular speaker at many BYU Education Weeks and Know Your Religion Series. Many lives were also touched by his numerous Covenant recordings, particularly after his sufferings through clinical depression and being blessed to heal enough to talk, teach and help heal others. Even today Bill’s family is amazed by the touching cards and letters received from countless brothers and sisters in the gospel who share secrets of how his words, his humor, his insight, lifted, taught and comforted. Bill served in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints as a Stake Missionary, Bishops Counselor, Stake High Council, Bishop and Home teacher. Bill often taught and looked forward to the sweet reunion of family and friends in that paradise he now is welcomed to by his daughter Alicia; his parents, grandparents, aunts and uncles and Betty’s parents, all who were his heros and teachers as he grew up in boyhood and matured in the gospel as a young man. It is these dearly departed who welcome Bill home and whom he spoke of in touching stories to teach that families are eternal and that is what life is really all about. Bill’s sense of humor will be missed, as well his loving touch as he held hands with his eternal companion and his smile with loving awe at the delight of his new young great grandchildren. Dad, you fought the good fight, you endured much, you taught us well! We Know, You Knew! May the Lord bless us to be faithful to the end. So we may hear from the Lord as surely you have, “Well Done Thou Good and Faithful Servant.” Funeral Services were held Monday, March 19, 2001 at the Oxford Ward Chapel. Interment Valley View Memorial Park. Funeral Directors: Valley View Funeral Home. Bill Downie 3/27/2001 William E. “Bill” Downie loved animals and was very active with the Paradise Humane Society. In 1946, he moved to Paradise from San Francisco, where he was born and raised. He worked as the office manager for Hydro Conduit Corp. in Orland for many years. Mr. Downie died March 19 at his home. He was 84. During World War II, he served in the Merchant Marine. His parents were William and Eugenia Downie. He marriage Helen, who died in 2000. His survivors include three long-time friends, John and Karen Lechner of Chico and Marie Beller of Paradise. At his request, no services will be held. His cremated remains will be inurned next to his wife at Paradise Cemetery. Neptune Society of Northern California, Chico branch, is handling the arrangements. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Paradise Humane Society. Lawrence Lynch 3/27/2001 Lawrence M. Lynch worked 33 years as a marketing manager for IBM. He was currently employed part time at the Work Training Center as a rehabilitation coordinator. He gardened, traveled and read avidly. And he especially enjoyed watching his grandchildren grow. For six years, he volunteered at the Suicide and Crisis Center in Santa Clara County. And in Santa Clara County, he volunteered at the Center for Living and Dying for five years. Mr. Lynch, 68, died Saturday in Enloe Hospital in Chico. He had been a Paradise resident for 10 years. He was born in Bethlehem, Pa., to Bernard Lynch and Anna Connell. He marriage Agnes Gannon on June 6, 1953 in Bethlehem, Pa. In 1955, he was a sergeant in the U.S. Army. He earned a bachelor’s degree in English from Moravian College, Bethlehem, Pa. He went on to graduate from the University of San Francisco with a master’s degree in theology and from Santa Clara University with a master’s degree in counseling. Surviving him are his wife, Agnes; one daughter, Eileen Smith; four sons, Lawrence Jr., John, David and Gregory; three brothers, Bernard, William and George; and five grandchildren. Services will be held 8:30 a.m. Thursday at St. Thomas More Catholic Church. Paradise Chapel of the Pines is handling the arrangements. Memorial contributions may be made to the Work Training Center in Chico. Ivalee Mahan 3/27/2001 Ivalee Ruth Mahan worked as a supervisor in a school cafeteria in the Long Beach Area before she moved to Magalia. She was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Mrs. Mahan died Friday at Feather River Hospital at age 65. She was born in Long Beach to Gilbert and Ruth West. She was the widow of Daniel Mahan. Surviving her are two sons, Stephen of Mystic, Conn., and Ronald of Hawaiian Gardens; two daughters, Cherri Donald of Riverside and Nanci Mahan of Paradise; and six grandchildren. One son, Daniel, preceded her in death. Funeral services will be held 10 a.m. today at the Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints church on Bille Road. Visitation will be from 8 a.m. until the funeral. Paradise Chapel of the Pines is handling the arrangements. She will be privately interred in the Rose Hills Memorial Park Cemetery in Whittier. John Milton 3/29/2001 John H. Milton Jr. and his wife, Elsie, especially enjoyed taking their motorhome on trips across the United States, with annual stops in Oregon and Arizona. He especially loved the desert as well as the coast. He was also attached to his two dogs, Echo and Sugar. Mr. Milton died of leukemia Friday in Chico. He was 73. He was born to John and Rachel Milton in Sonora, where he attended high school. From 1943 to 1946, he served on three different ships with the Merchant Marines. He marriage Elsie Stockwell on Nov. 28, 1946, in Oroville. He worked as a division lineman for the Western Pacific and Union Pacific railroads for about 37 years before retiring to Magalia. He was a lifetime member of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers. He enjoyed golfing, fishing, stained glass work and jewelry making. He is survived by his wife, Elsie; two sons, John of Winnemucca, Nev., and Brad of Oroville; a sister, Rowena of Oroville; and one grandson. A graveside service will be held 1 p.m. tomorrow at the Oroville Memorial Park Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society, 3105 Fite Circle, Suite 101, Sacramento, 95827, or in care of Paradise Chapel of the Pines. John Kenneally 3/29/2001 John Joseph Kenneally, born in Cou-nty Limerick, Ireland, was especially proud of his Irish heritage. He was an avid fisherman and loved traveling. Mr. Kenneally moved to Paradise seven months ago from Grants Pass, Ore. He attended St. Thomas More Catholic Church. He worked as a custodian for St. Christopher’s Catholic Church in San Jose, as a waterfront policeman in New York City in the late 1940s, and as an apartment manager in Saratoga. He served in the British army. On May 21, 1994, he marriage Janice Vesper in San Jose. Mr. Kenneally died yesterday in his home at age 76. He is survived by his wife, Janice; two brothers, Ned of Ireland and Jimmy of Bradford, England; and two sisters, Alice of England and Nora Houlihan of England. His parents were James and Alice Kenneally. A Liturgy Mass will be held 8:30 a.m. tomorrow at St. Thomas More Catholic Church. Paradise Chapel of the Pines is handling the arrangements. He will be interred in Paradise Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory may be made to Valley Ridge Hospice or to St. Thomas More’s Adopt-A-Student. Treavor Duncan 3/29/2001 Treavor Ray Duncan served in the U.S. Navy from 1995 to 1999. He worked as a marine mechanic for Ridge Marine in Paradise. He loved hunting and fishing. And he loved his truck. Mr. Duncan died Sunday in Magalia. The Paradise resident was 24. He graduated from Orland High School in 1993. He was born in Corning to Rick Duncan, who now lives in Oregon, and Nina Prouty, who lives with her husband, Dana, in Minnesota. They survive Mr. Duncan, as do his wife, Amy; a son, Cody; three brothers, Richard of San Diego, Chris of Chico and Josh of Minnesota; and a stepbrother, Eric Prouty of Corning. A service will be held 11 a.m. tomorrow at Rose Chapel Mortuary. Visitation will be today from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Rose Chapel. He will be interred in Paradise Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Duncan family in care of Rose Chapel Mortuary. Gwendolyn Frederick 3/29/2001 Gwendolyn Frances Frederick was a self-employ-ed accountant for the family-owned Frederick Accounting Service. She was born in Watertown, S.D., to George and Helen (Burns) Swoboda. She attended the Watertown school system and graduated from Watertown High School. She died March 19 at Southern New Hampshire Medical Center after a brief illness. The former Magalia resident was living in a Hudson, N.H., nursing home. She was the widow of Arthur Frederick. Her survivors include three daughters, Beverly Nigro of Magalia, Francene Pelletier of Nashua and Lynne Juth of Anaheim; a brother, William Swoboda of Watertown; nine grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by a son, Brian; a brother, Louis Swoboda; and a sister, Virginia Burns. Ward Carlson 3/29/2001 Ward Carlson served in the U.S. Navy during World War II. While living in Paradise, he was a building contractor and an active member of the Elks. Mr. Carlson’s interests ranged from ranching, model railroading, stamp and coin collecting and the art of magic. He was a member of the prestigious Magic Castle Club of Hollywood. Mr. Carlson died of heart failure March 21 in Buena Park. He was formerly a resident of Paradise Pines and Magalia. He is survived by his daughter, Kimberly Blake; stepdaughter Kathy Payne; three brothers, Noel, Clare and Lee; seven grandchildren; and a special friend, Anne Burton of Paradise. Family and friends are invited to meet 2 p.m. April 6 at Rose Chapel. From there, everyone will caravan to the Stirling City Cemetery for a memorial service. The family asks that remembrances be made to the Paradise Elks Lodge; the Magic Castle Young Magicians Fund, 7001 Franklin Ave., Hollywood, 90028; or to a charity of choice, in memory of Mr. Carlson. Harriet Powell 3/29/2001 Harriet Mayhew Powell, 92, loved dancing, crafts and needlework. In her later years, she loved watching baseball and other sports. She was a den mother for the Cub Scouts. Mrs. Powell died March 20 in Paradise, where she had lived since 1970. She was born in Chicago to Henry and Gertrude Cochren and went to school in Redondo Beach. She marriage Paul Brow on February 25, 1932, in Long Beach. They were marriage 38 years before he died. On February 5, 1974, she marriage Donald Powell in Reno, Nev. He died in September 2000. She worked as a housekeeper and nanny for 10 years. She is survived by a son, Robert Brow of Paradise; two grandsons; three great-grandchildren; one nephew and one niece. Private family services were held. Cremation took place at Paradise Chapel of the Pines. She will be interred at Paradise Cemetery next to her husbands. Johnny McCollom 3/29/2001 Johnny McCollom loved playing cribbage and poker with his friends and was an avid sports fan. He worked as a truck driver for more than 18 years with the Diablo Trucking Co. of Fresno. He retired in 1992 and moved to Paradise. He was a member of the Teamsters, Chico Eagles Lodge No. 218 and Coast to Coast (a camping club). Mr. McCollum died Monday at a local care facility. He was 70. He was born to Robert and Iva McCollom in Canute, Okla., and attended school in Oklahoma. He marriage Marlene Smith; she preceded him in death. Then he marriage Juanita Crosley, and she also died before him. Surviving him are two daughters, Della Fleming of Paradise and Delilah Jensen of Jonesborough, Tenn.; two sons, Bob of Paradise and Roger of Magalia; two stepsons, Dennis Crosley and Bobby Crosley, both of Fresno; three sisters, Flora Mae Gimbel of Paradise, Arrie Hunt of Magalia and Betty Sapp of Spokane, Wash.; two brothers, James Edward and Robert Ray of Oklahoma. A memorial funeral service will be held 11 a.m. Saturday at the Chico Eagles Hall. Contributions may be made to the American Lung Association in care of the Brusie Funeral Home, which is handling the arrangements. Donald Higgins 3/31/2001 Donald E. “Junior” Higgins pitched softball in the National Fast Pitch league from 1946 to 1972. For 50 years, he worked as a master mechanic, owning and operating several shops in Santa Rosa and the Susanville area. These included the Honeylake Market, a restaurant and gas station. Mr. Higgins died at his Paradise home Thursday at age 75. He was born to Almon and Hala Higgins in Redlands. He served in the U.S. Navy from 1942 to 1946. He had a California teaching credential. He was a member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars, Disabled American Veterans and Elks. An avid outdoorsman, he camped, hunted deer and fished for trout at Eagle Lake. His wife, Shirley, died Oct. 3, 2000 in Paradise. His survivors include three sons, Terry of Paradise, Donald of Freestone and Dana of Colorado Springs, Colo.; two daughters, Cheryl Gunderson of Santa Rosa and Charlene Higgins of Freestone; four brothers, A.C. of Porterville, Fredrick of Santa Rosa, Herbert of Red Bluff and Edward of Red Bluff; a sister, Christine Rooney of Rohnert Park; five grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren. A private family gathering is being planned. Paradise Chapel of the Pines is handling the arrangements. He will be privately inurned. Ralph Memmer 3/31/2001 Ralph B. Memmer owned and operated Vermont Auto Parts in south Los Angeles. He loved hunting and fishing. He was a member of Table Mountain Lodge No. 124, F&AM, Shrine Club, Knights Templar, Royal Arch Masons and was a past Master of Inglewood Masonic Lodge. Mr. Memmer died at Cypress Acres in Paradise. The 97-year-old had moved from Inglewood in 1962. His parents were Lawrence and Laura Memmer. His wife, Mary, died in 1997. He is survived by two brothers, Cecil and Donald, both of Paradise; and a sister, Iva Larson of Bend, Ore. A service will be held 2 p.m. Tuesday at Rose Chapel Mortuary. Visitation will be from noon to 5 p.m. Monday at Rose Chapel. He will be interred at Paradise Cemetery. Contri-butions may be made to ValleyRidge Home Care and Hospice. Lucille Speights 3/31/2001 Lucille Marcelius Speights was born in Newfoundland, Canada, and moved around the country before coming to the United States. In Boston, she met her future husband, Lloyd Speights. On Oct. 31, 1945, they marriage in Oakland. They lived in the Bay Area for 30 years before moving to Magalia in 1983. She was a homemaker who enjoyed knitting and gardening. Mrs. Speights, 85, died Wednesday in a local hospital. She was a member of the Elks Wives of Paradise, the Pines Ladies Club and St. Thomas More Catholic Church. Besides her husband, Lloyd, she is survived by two sons, David of Napa and George of San Ramon; a daughter, Patricia Wilitt of Florida; two grandsons; and two great-grandchildren. Her parents were John and Selena Gaulton. A service will be held noon Monday at Brusie Funeral Home, which is handling the arrangements. She will be interred at Glen Oaks Memorial Park. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Thomas More Catholic School or the American Heart Association. Clara Lagomarsino 3/31/2001 Clara Lagomarsino, 87, was a nurse’s aide for 20 years. She was a member of the Lutheran Church and IOF Foresters. Mrs. Lagomarsino died Thursday in Paradise. She was born to Nils and Kaspara Nilsen in Dockton, Wash. Mrs. Lagomarsino, a widow, left a son, Neil of Paradise; a sister, Nellie Ganther; and a grandson. A daughter, Myra, died in December 2000. Funeral services will be held 2 p.m. Tuesday at Paradise Chapel of the Pines. She will be interred in Greenlawn Cemetery in Colma. Myrle Benny 3/31/2001 Myrle Beeny liked to travel. She was a past member of Rebekah No. 30 in Capitol City, and a member of Oddfellows and the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. For three years, she worked as a clerk for Strubes Variety Store. Mrs. Beeny died March 22 at age 92. The Paradise resident moved from Phoenix in 1979. She was born in Salt Lake City and graduated from high school there. Her husband, Oscar “Ray” Beeny, died 48 years ago. She is survived by a son, Ron of Paradise; a daughter, Sherlene Rorabaugh of Ceres; four grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. No services are planned. She was cremated at Paradise Chapel of the Pines. Her ashes will be scattered at sea off the coast at Point Reyes. Nora Marrion 3/8/2001 Nora Maxine Marrion of Paradise died Feb. 23 at SunBridge Care Center For Paradise. The widowed homemaker was 89. She was born in Oklahoma. Her son, William Gentry of Ventura, survives her. No services are planned. She will be privately inurned under the direction of Paradise Chapel of the Pines. Her remains will be scattered at sea. Mary Wennerstrom 3/8/2001 Mary Wennerstrom worked for the Davis Unified School District and was a member of the Retired Teachers Association. She held a master’s degree in mathematics. Mrs. Wennerstrom, a resident of Paradise, died Feb. 28 at age 82. Milton Wennerstrom, whom she marriage Nov. 12, 1943, survives her, as do two sons, David of San Francisco and Grant of Parrow, Alaska; and Elaine Trzpuc of Center, N.D. The family has requested there be no services at this time. Esther Fort 3/10/2001 Esther Viola Fort enjoyed helping her husband, Albert, with taxidermy. She liked to garden, can and cook. She especially cherished babysitting young children in her family. Mrs. Fort, 96, died Wednesday at SunBridge Care Center for Paradise. She moved to the Ridge recently from Tehachapi. She was born in Noblesville, Ind., to Martin Newby and Hannah Fredericks. In Noblesville, on Oct. 20, 1919, she marriage Albert, who died in 1985. She is survived by a son, Ray of Tehachapi; two daughters, Wawanesa Wegat and Donna Reavis, both of Paradise; 16 grandchildren; 39 great-grandchildren; and nine great-great-grandchildren. Two daughters, Alberta Smith and LaGay Fraser, died before her. At her request, no services will be held. Rose Chapel Mortuary is handling the arrangements. Memorial contributions may be sent to Donna Reavis in care of Rose Chapel. Mrs. Fort will be privately inurned. Blanche Johnson 3/10/2001 Blanche E. Johnson, a piano and organ player, especially enjoyed music. She also bowled and played Scrabble. She worked 25 years for T.R.W. as a secretary. Mrs. Johnson died Thursday in her Paradise home. She was 89. She moved from Carson six months ago. Her parents were Samuel and Blanche Moore. She was born in Camden, N.J. Surviving her are a son, Robert Young of Paradise; three daughters, Dolores Clark of Houston, Frances Harrell of Sebring, Fla., and Nancy Henkhaus of Paradise; a brother, Bud Connell of Delaware; six sisters, Eleanor Bugno of Indiana, Catherine Kellum of Florida, and Jessie Schafer, Betty Southwick, Carrie Dalhberg and Anna Friddel, all of New Jersey; 10 grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild. A memorial service will be held at a later date in Pacifica. Rose Chapel Mortuary is handling the arrangements. Memorial contributions may be made to Paradise Hospice. Edythe Powell 3/10/2001 Edythe Henrietta Powell was a clerical worker for Austin Contracting Co. for 10 years before retirement. Mrs. Powell died Wednesday in her Magalia home at age 90. She was born in Minneapolis to Henry and Tekla Johnson. On June 6, 1968, she marriage Horace Powell in Alameda. She was a member of Magalia Grange. Her husband, Horace, survives her, as do two daughters, Janice McKinnon of Magalia and Suzanne Gripp of Orinda; and one son, James Powell of Antioch. A private family memorial service will be held at a later date. Paradise Chapel of the Pines is handling the arrangements. Inurnment will be in Skyway Memorial Park Cemetery in Magalia. Katherine Schwabenland 3/10/2001 Katherine Leadora Schwabenland worked at Continental Nut Co. in Chico. Mrs. Schwabenland died March 2 at Paradise Health Care. She was 76. In Sumerton, Ariz., she was born to A.J. and Sylvia McDonald. On Nov. 6, 1968, she marriage A. Richard Schwabenland in Reno, Nev. He survives her, as do a son, Monty Sands of Visalia; a step-son, Tom Schwabenland of Paradise; two stepdaughters, Lori Gibbons of Leona Valley and Deana Gibbons of Paradise; a sister, Penny Moore of Marin; five grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren; and a dear friend, Leslie Saita. A funeral service was held Tuesday at Paradise Chapel of the Pines. Donations may be made to the Diabetes Association in care of Chapel of the Pines. She is buried icon in Paradise Cemetery. Cathy Knaus 3/13/2001 Clara “Cathy” Knaus had a sixth sense. She always knew things that were going to happen - and was there to help. Mrs. Knaus worked as a registered nurse. Patients and family always came first. She could make anyone feel comfortable. There was never a stranger in the room. She was young at heart, too, never minding getting down on the same level as a child and playing in the sand. But she was equally comfortable in a fancy dress and dancing all night. She was always the height of fashion. Even on her deathbed, her toes were painted a bright color. Mrs. Knaus died Friday in Chico. The Magalia resident was 62. She was born in Corpus Christi, Texas, to Percival and Hallie Richardson. When she was 4, her father died. After that, she was sent to a Catholic boarding school in Texas. By the time she was in high school, she and her family had moved to Marysville and then to Oakland, where she graduated from St. Elizabeth’s High School. On Aug. 13, 1956, she entered Providence School of Nursing. She met her future husband, Dick Knaus at a school dance at Merritt Yacht Club in Oakland. He wanted to know who the pretty girl in the flowery dress was. They marriage Oct. 17, 1959, in Hayward. They lived and raised their family in the Bay Area. In 1975, they moved to Paradise. Mrs. Knaus worked at Feather River Hospital for several years in the cardiac care unit. She was one of the founders of the Cardiac Rehab Program. Later, she was transferred to Oroville Hospital, where she worked in the intensive care unit until she was too sick to continue. She retired after 35 years as a registered nurse. She enjoyed reading, working on her computer, knitting, traveling, floral arranging and being with her grandchildren. Her survivors include her husband, Dick; three sons, Kevin of Paradise, Ken of Sacramento and Kurt of Colorado Springs, Colo.; a brother, Charles Richardson of Fremont; a sister, Charlene William of Mountain Ranch; and two grandchildren. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held 10 a.m. today at St. Thomas More Catholic Church in Paradise. Brusie Funeral Home is handling the arrangements. She will be interred in Glen Oaks Memorial Park in Chico. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Thomas More Catholic Church in care of Brusie Funeral Home. Ethel Sielert 3/13/2001 Ethel G. Sielert enjoyed bowling, garden plants and her children. For seven years, she worked as a mail order clerk for National Systems. She attended Christian Missionary Alliance Church in Paradise. Mrs. Sielert, 81, died Saturday at Feather River Hospital. She moved to Paradise from Tustin in 1978. She was born in Ohio to Edward and Elizabeth Gould. On Nov. 28, 1970, in Las Vegas, she marriage Louie Sielert, who survives her. Also surviving her are four sons, all with the last name Delmark, Jack of Westminster, James of Paradise, Joseph of Long Beach and Jerry of Oregon; two daughters, Joanne Rutledge and Jean Salmon, both of Paradise; 13 grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. One daughter died before her. Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. today at Paradise Chapel of the Pines. She will be buried icon in Paradise Cemetery. Joseph Van Antwerp 3/13/2001 Joseph Van Antwerp loved barbecues and being with his family. He enjoyed fishing and camping, too. Mr. Van Antwerp was a self-employed contractor and carpenter for more than 50 years. In his Paradise home, Mr. Antwerp died Sunday at age 83. He was born in Shawnee, Okla., to Charles and Susannah Van Antwerp. He moved to Paradise from Norco in 1972. He is survived by his wife, Ruby, whom he marriage March 9, 1941; four daughters, Ellen Whaley of Sonoma, Linda Daughetee of Ellensburg, Wash., Markie Slate of Oregon City, Ore., and Janet Scott of Paradise; one brother, Warren of Shawnee, Okla.; two sisters, Mary Fangster of Earlsboro, Okla., and Genevieve Taylor of Riverside ; 14 grandchildren; and 10 great-grandchildren. Seven brothers and one sister died before him. A service will be held 3 p.m. tomorrow at Rose Chapel Mortuary. He will be interred in Paradise Cemetery. Donations in his memory may be made to the American Cancer Society. Vanessa Walters 3/13/2001 Vanessa Kay Walters enjoyed crafts, gardening, roses, dogs and camping. She was a homemaker most of her life. Mrs. Walters died March 6 at Feather River Hospital. She was 49. In the Philippines, she was born to Evelyn and Earl Sorenson. She marriage Kenneth Walters in San Clemente in 1975. He survives her, as do two sons, Joseph of Chico and Joshua of Sacramento; her mother, Evelyn “Geemo” Sorenson of Walnut Creek; and a sister, Donna Tressa of Walnut Creek. Private family services will be held at a later date. Neptune Society of Northern California, Chico branch, is handling the arrangements. Charles Kirk 3/15/2001 Charles Elmer Kirk taught for the Paradise Unified School District for 30 years. During World War II, he served in the U.S. Navy. Mr. Kirk died Tuesday at age 80. He was a Paradise resident. He was born in Oklahoma to Charles Kirk and Virda Purcell. On June 4, 1943, he marriage Goldie in Huntington Park. He was a member of Paradise First Baptist Church and of the Masonic Lodge in Downey. Besides his wife, Mr. Kirk is survived by a daughter, Kim Simmons of Palo Cedro; and four grandchildren. One daughter, Melanie, died before him. A service will be held 2 p.m. tomorrow at the Paradise Chapel of the Pines. He will be interred in Paradise Cemetery. Joseph White 3/15/2001 Joseph James White served in the U.S. Navy during World War II on the USS Jerauld and the USS Suamico in the Asiatic Pacific theater. He received the Victory medal and the Good Conduct Medal. Mr. White died Tuesday at Feather River Hospital. He was 82. He was born in Watsonville to Joseph and Dorothy White. He was a trucker for various ranches. He attended Paradise Nazarene Church. His life was centered around his family. He is survived by his wife, Dorothy; a daughter, Judy White of Paradise; a brother, Kenneth of Gold Hill, Ore.; three grandchildren; one great-grandson; several nieces and nephews; and a close friend, Clara Fletcher. A memorial service will be held 4 p.m. Sunday at Paradise Nazarene Church. Military honors will be conducted in San Joaquin Veterans National Cemetery. Patrick McCarthy 3/15/2001 Patrick Francis McCarthy enjoyed fishing, gardening and especially his grandchildren. He worked as a maintenance man for Paradise Health Care. From 1958 to 1960, he served in the U.S. Army Infantry. Mr. McCarthy died Saturday in Enloe Hospital. He was 65. He was born in Lincoln, Neb. On Sept. 29, 1990, he marriage Cathryn White at Magalia Community Church. His wife, Cathryn “Kattie,” survives him, as do a daughter, Lynn Phipps of Paradise; and two grandchildren. A memorial service will be held 5:30 p.m. tomorrow at Paradise Chapel of the Pines. He will be privately inurned. Friends may donate to the Patrick McCarthy trust account in care of Chapel of the Pines to help with funeral service expenses. Alice Dahl 3/15/2001 Alice Dahl was born Christmas day in Des Moines, Iowa. She enjoyed playing cards, dancing, sewing and gardening. She worked as a school cook. And she was a member of the Senior Citizen Association. Mrs. Dahl died Tuesday at Feather River Hospital. The Paradise resident was 77. Her survivors include two daughters, Irene Ferdig of Lodi and Elaine Kirby of Colorado Springs, Colo.; a son, George Coates of Arvada, Colo.; a stepdaughter, Niki Woodward of Scottsdale, Ariz., five brothers, Harold of Edgemont, S.D., Howard Honadel of Newcastle, Wyo., Alfred of Spearfish, S.D., and Richard of Evanston, Wyo.; a sister, Betty Scott of Loveland, Colo.; six grandchildren; two step-grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. A graveside service will be held 2 p.m. Tuesday at Paradise Cemetery. Paradise Chapel of the Pines is handling the arrangements. Memorial contributions may be made to Paradise Hospice. Josephine Davi 3/15/2001 Josephine Davi loved working in her garden and enjoyed reading. Disabled at the age of 12, Ms. Davi did not work. In 1978, she moved from Santa Rosa to Paradise and then moved to Chico in 1987. Ms. Davi died March 8 at Enloe Hospital in Chico. She was 77. She was born in San Francisco to Vincent and Annionette Davi. Ms. Davi is survived by five brothers, Anthony of Stonyford, Joseph and Vincent, both of Paradise, and Robert and Eugene, both of Oregon. No services will be held. Brusie Funeral Home is handling the arrangements. She will be interred in Paradise Cemetery. Edythe Powell 3/15/2001 Edythe Henrietta Powell was a clerical worker for Austin Contracting Co. for 10 years before retirement. She lived in Port Chicago for more than 50 years before moving to DeSabla in 1968. Mrs. Powell died Wednesday in her Magalia home at age 90. She was born in Minneapolis to Henry and Tekla Johnson. On June 6, 1929, she marriage Horace Powell in Alameda. She was a member of DeSabla Grange. Her husband, Horace, survives her, as do two daughters, Janice McKinnon of Magalia and Suzanne Gripp of Orinda; one son, James Powell of Antioch; 12 grandchildren; and 21 great-grandchildren. A private family memorial service will be held at a later date. Paradise Chapel of the Pines is handling the arrangements. Inurnment will be in Skyway Memorial Park Cemetery in Magalia. Donations can be made to Meals-on-Wheels, P.O. Drawer 2287, Paradise, in her memory. Joe Van Antwerp 3/15/2001 Joseph Van Antwerp loved barbecues and being with his family. He enjoyed fishing and camping, too. Mr. Van Antwerp was a self-employed contractor and carpenter for more than 50 years. In his Paradise home, Mr. Antwerp died Sunday at age 83. He was born in Shawnee, Okla., to Charles and Susannah Van Antwerp. He moved to Paradise from Norco in 1972. He is survived by his wife, Ruby, whom he marriage March 9, 1941; four daughters, Ellen Whaley of Sonoma, Linda Daughetee of Ellensburg, Wash., Margie Slate of Oregon City, Ore., and Janet Scott of Paradise; one brother, Warren of Shawnee, Okla.; two sisters, Mary Sangster of Earlsboro, Okla., and Genevieve Taylor of Riverside; 14 grandchildren; and 10 great-grandchildren. Seven brothers and one sister died before her. A service was held Wednesday at Rose Chapel Mortuary. He was interred in Paradise Cemetery. Donations in his memory may be made to the American Cancer Society. Maxine Cryan 3/17/2001 Maxine Elizabeth Cryan, a member of several Ridge organizations, died last weekend at Feather River Hospital. Formerly of Mountain View, she joined the Paradise Eagles Auxiliary, Women of the Moose, Paradise Lodge and Elks Wives after moving to the Ridge. She was a bookkeeper for 30 years. She was born in San Francisco to William McKaoun and his wife, whose name is unknown. She was predeceased by her husband, Joseph Harry, who died in 1975. She will be buried icon with her husband in Golden Gate National Cemetery in San Bruno. She is survived by a daughter, Carleen Hordemann, of Moscow, Idaho, two grandchildren and one great-grandson. Chapel of the Pines is handling the arrangements. Walter Olson 3/17/2001 Walter Andrew Olson was born in Pittsburgh, Penn., the son of Edwin and Agnes Olson. He was a painting contractor for 36 years. He also worked as an interior decorator. He is survived by his wife, Luetta Olson of Paradise, and a sister, Edna Arvidson of Ashtabula, Ohio. No services are planned. Cremation will take place at Chapel of the Pines Mortuary, which is handling the arrangements. Inurnment will be private. Gregory Williams 3/17/2001 Gregory Steven Williams, 40, was the former owner of Shear Perfections Hair Salon in Willits. Williams died March 3 in Whiskey Flats. A Magalia resident, he was born in Redding and graduated from Willits High School. Mr. Williams enjoyed gold mining and was formerly a men’s hair stylist. He is survived by his son Nicholas, 13, and daughter, Katrina, 10, both of Jackson; his parents, Walter G. and Mae Williams of Willits; grandmother Sue Williams of Paradise, and aunt, Virgina Knapp of Paradise. No services will be held at his request. Inurnment at Willits Cemetery will be private. Rose Chapel is handling the arrangements. Rickie Hugabroom 3/17/2001 Rickie May Hugabroom of Paradise spent her last 20 years in Paradise, where she enjoyed being near her family and watching her grandchildren grow up. She was born in Alhambra, the daughter of Wallace and Honor Miller. She was raised in the Los Angeles area and graduated from Banning High School in Wilmington. While raising her two sons, she worked for several fine restaurants in Alhambra and Paradise. She is survived by sons Rod Evans of Paradise and Ed Hugabroom of Chico; a sister, Zarita Classen of Paradise; and four grandchildren. Private Burial will take place next to her parents at Paradise Cemetery. Newton-Bracewell Cremation and Funeral Service of Magalia handled the arrangements. Faye Edwards 3/20/2001 Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. tomorrow for Faye Beatrice Edwards, 93, who died Thursday at Feather River Hospital. Faye was born in Merrill, Ore., to John and Ruth Turnbull. Her family moved to Chico in 1921 where Faye graduated from Oakdale Elementary School and attended Chico High School. She marriage Paul Meredith Edwards, who preceded her in death in 1982. Faye and her husband were avid bowlers, participating on many teams in the Bay Area. They enjoyed nightclubs and traveling to Reno in their 1956 Thunderbird convertible. They moved to Paradise in 1975 from Albany. In her later years, Faye spent many hours solving crossword and hidden word puzzles. Faye is survived by two nieces, Jean Macmillan of Berkeley and Carole McFaggen of Chester. Wednesday’s services will be held at Rose Chapel Mortuary and Crematory, which is handling arrangements. Wanda Harpool 3/20/2001 Former Paradise resident Wanda Evelyn Harpool was a lifelong homemaker who enjoyed playing bingo, walking, the outdoors, traveling and cooking. She was also a singer and enjoyed listening to music. Born in West Frankfort, Ill., the daughter of Jerry and Macie McIntosh, she lived there until 1973, when she moved to Santa Barbara. She then moved to Paradise, where she lived for eight years before moving to Chico. She was predeceased by four brothers and sisters. Mrs. Harpool is survived by a daughter, Nancy King of Carpinteria; two sisters, Frieda Barra, of Frankfort, Ill. and Ruth Black of Northridge; a brother, William McIntosh of Arkansas; two grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Lung Association, in care of Sorenson’s Affordable Mortuary in Chico, which is handling arrangements. Private family services were held. Irene Russo 2/22/2001 Irene Russo enjoyed gardening and spending time with her family. Mrs. Russo, 92, died Sunday at SunBridge Care Center in Paradise. She was born and raised in San Jose, where she attended schools. In 1929, she marriage Pasquale Russo in San Jose. He died in 1995. She was a homemaker the majority of life. Her survivors include a daughter, Marlene Russo of San Jose; a son, Donald Russo of San Jose; six grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. Graveside services will be held 3 p.m. tomorrow at Paradise Cemetery. Rev. Brendan McKeefry will officiate. The Neptune Society of Northern California, Chico branch, is handling the arrangements. Francis Mahoney Jr. 2/22/2001 Francis Mahoney Jr. worked 28 years at Lockheed Satellite as an engineer. He moved to Paradise from San Jose four years ago. Mr. Mahoney died Monday in Paradise at age 66. He was born to Francis and Margaret Mahoney in Philadelphia. In Greenfield, on April 20, 1968, he marriage Kathleen Atwater, who survives him. Also surviving him are two daughters, Maureen Long of Sacramento and Gail Koboi of Pleasanton; a sister, Mary Corini of Pennsylvania; and seven grandchildren. No services are planned. Paradise Chapel of the Pines is performing the cremation. He will be privately inurned by his family. Iva McCollum 2/24/2001 Iva D. McCollom was always the life of the party. Her daughter said she could always chase away the gloom. While living in Paradise, she belonged to the Kitchen Klatterers and the Gleaners. Mrs. McCollom died Wednesday at Sierra Sunrise in Chico. She was born in Geary, Blaine County, Okla., the daughter of John Thomas and Mary Bessie Gartman Smith. She was the 10th of 13 children. She marriage Robert Cecil (Bob) McCollom on Aug. 15, 1927. They had eight children and adopted one grandson. She moved to Butte County in 1972 and was widowed in 1974. All her siblings predeceased her. She was also predeceased by three children; two sons, Lyndal Ray, who died in infancy, and George Wesley, and a daughter, Vera Shirly Lambeth. Her survivors include daughters, Flora Mae Gimbel of Paradise, Arrie Zona Hunt of Magalia, Betty June Sapp of Spokane, Wash.; sons, Johnny R. of Paradise, James Edward, address unknown, and Robert Ray of Oklahoma; 26 grandchildren, 46 great-grandchildren and seven great-great-granchildren. Internment and servoices will be at Rose Hill Memorial Park in Whittier Monday 9 a.m. A memorial service will be held at Bushmann LDS Chapel Wednesday 1 p.m. William Hanawalt 2/24/2001 William Forrest Hana-walt enjoyed old steam engine trains. He rode one whenever possible. He also loved to read, hike and camp. Early in his life, Mr. Hanawalt worked for the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power. He also worked at the Los Angeles Fire Department. For a time, he was a commercial fisherman. For 30 years, he was self-employed in yacht maintenance. Mr. Hanawalt, a resident of Paradise for 23 years, died Tuesday at age 89. He was born to William and Irene Hanawalt in Cincinnati. In Los Angeles, on Oct. 27, 1940, he marriage Marion Bean, who survives him. Also surviving him are a son, Steve of Paradise; a daughter, Susan Hudock of Truckee; a sister, Shirley Best of Riverside; and six grandchildren. A family memorial service will be held at a later date. He was cremated at Paradise Chapel of the Pines. Inurnment will be private. Donations in his memory may be made to Valley Ridge Hospice in care of Chapel of the Pines. Lowell Pryor 2/24/2001 Lowell Dean Pryor owned and operated Antique Designs, an antique store and furniture restoration business in Diamond Springs. Mr. Pryor died from cancer Feb. 17 at age 55. He was born to Henry and Susan Pryor in Texas. The family moved to California in 1946 and lived in Willows until 1955. Then he moved to the Marysville/Yuba City area. He graduated from Yuba City High in 1964 and attended Yuba College until he joined the Air Force in 1968. After his discharge in 1972, he attended California State University, Sacramento, for two years. He graduated with a bachelor’s degree in interior design. He moved to Paradise after his father’s death in 1997. He attended the Paradise Ridge Southern Baptist Church. He was the church’s landscaper and house and grounds keeper. He also sang in the choir and was the chef for church banquets. His survivors remember his sense of humor and his love of nature. Besides his mother, Susan of Paradise, Mr. Pryor is survived by three brothers, Eldon of Yuba City, Zane of Henderson, Nev., and Darrell of Boron; a sister, June Chance of Sacramento; six nephews; two grand-nephews; and two grandnieces. A service for Mr. Pryor will be held 1:30 p.m. today at Paradise Ridge Southern Baptist Church. Herbert Woods 2/27/2001 Herbert T. Woods II enjoyed digging for gold in a mine he owned. He also invested, played cards and traveled back East to spend time with family and friends. For 35 years, he owned and operated a Chevron service station. Mr. Woods died Sunday at Oak Knoll. He was 88. Twenty-five years ago, he moved to Paradise from Mountain View, where he was born. His parents were Inez and Herbert Woods I. Mr. Woods served in the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve. He was a member of the Palo Alto Elks Lodge. In 1987, he was baptized into the Baptist Church. He was a very active member of the First Baptist Church in Paradise. Surviving him are a son, Herbert T. Woods III of Pioneer; four step-sons, all with the last name Cooper, Jim of Paradise, Jack of Citrus Heights, Ron of San Jose and Gary of Excelsior Springs, Mo.; two daughters, Virginia Coffee and Linda O’Brian, both of Carmel; a brother, Leslie Groshong of Springfield, Ore.; five grandchildren; nine step-grandchildren; one great-grandchild; and one special friend, Marnette Rose of Paradise. His brother Thorton and sister Billie Seal died before him. A service will be held 1 p.m. tomorrow at Rose Chapel Mortuary. Visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m. today at Rose Chapel Mortuary. Mr. Woods will be interred in Paradise Cemetery. Catherine Wolf 2/27/2001 Catherine E. Wolf’s biggest goal in life was to make sure her family came to know Jesus Christ and for her family to get along together. She attended The Salvation Army and helped with music ministry to care facilities for the elderly. Mrs. Wolf, a Magalia resident, died Saturday at Sierra Sunrise Care Center. She was 80. In Wilton, N.D., she was born to Matt and Anna Elichuk. Her husband, John Wolf, died in 1995. They were business partners in a lathe and stucco company. She enjoyed Bible reading, gardening, shopping and traveling by motorhome. She attended the First Assembly of God in Paradise. Her survivors include two daughters, Marlys Preston and Sherry Barnes of Paradise; a sister, Donna Cross of San Luis Obispo; two grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. Preceding her in death were a sister, Tillie Holt of San Martin; and a brother, Peter Elichuk of Wilton, N.D. A service will be held 1 p.m. Thursday at Paradise Chapel of the Pines. Visitation will be at the conclusion of the service. She will be interred in Stirling City Cemetery. Daniel Ledo 2/27/2001 Daniel T. Ledo served in the U.S. Air Force as a sergeant during the Korean War. He retired after 30 years as a loom operator in the textile industry in Massachusetts. Mr. Ledo liked working with electronics, watching nature films and walking. Mr. Ledo died Wednesday at Feather River Hospital. The Paradise resident was 70. He was born to Joseph and Caroline Ledo in Fall Rivers, Mass. Surviving him are two daughters, Donna Baer of Magalia and Linda Siudzinski of San Jose; a son, Dennis of Rhode Island; and a sister, Irondina Tavares of Massachusetts. Friends gathered yesterday at Aloha Skyway. Paradise Chapel of the Pines is handling the arrangements. He will be interred in San Joaquin National Cemetery, where his family will hold private services. Keith Bergstrom 3/1/2001 Keith Daurin Bergstrom served in the U.S. Marine Corps during World War II. After the war, he lived in Yucca Valley, where he raised his family and owned and operated Keith’s Septic Tank Service. In 1968, he moved to Anchorage, Alaska, and worked at Kathy ‘O Estates as a mobile home salesman. While in Alaska, he loved to take his boys hunting and fishing. He then moved to Paradise and on Jan. 7, 1984, he marriage Beverly Owens. He worked for Beich Mobile Homes in Chico. Mr. Bergstrom died Sunday at a Paradise convalescent hospital. He was 72. In Redondo Beach, he was born to Anna Belle and Jesse Bergstrom. He attended Neighborhood Church and was currently attending Butte Bible Fellowship. Survivors include his wife, Beverly; five sons, Alan of Oroville, Steve of Washington, Jeff of Barstow and Arn and Russ, both of Oregon; a step-son, Rick Owens of Magalia; a step-daughter, Deanna Andersen of Minnesota; five sisters, Sharon Nicholas of Yucca Valley, Phyllis Underwood of Reno, Nev., Joyce Baker of Rochester, Pa., and Linda Krein of Fair Oaks; many grandchildren; and several great-grandchildren. Memorial services will be held noon tomorrow at Butte Bible Fellowship in Chico. He will be buried icon at Paradise Cemetery. Visitation will take place from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Newton-Bracewell Chico Funeral Home. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Lung Association or to the Butte Bible Fellowship Memorial Fund in care of Newton-Bracewell Cremation & Funeral Service of Magalia. Elaine Gorman 3/1/2001 Elaine Marie Gorman was born and raised in Pittsburg and spent the majority of her life in the East Bay before moving to Paradise in 1998. She was active at the Calvary Church in Magalia and was a member of the Order of the Eastern Star and the Daughters of the Nile. Mrs. Gorman died Feb. 11 at Feather River Hospital. She was 82. Her parents were Herman and Rosina Affolter. Her husband, Gilbert, died in 1995. Surviving her are a son, Robbie Gorman of Paradise; a daughter, Nancy Claget of San Jose; three grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren. Memorial services will be held 2 p.m. Saturday at Calvary Chapel in Magalia. Neptune Society of Northern California, Chico branch, is handling the arrangements. Alvin Dexter 3/1/2001 Alvin Dexter worked more than 40 years as the owner and operator of A1’s Automo-tive Machine Shop. He enjoyed gardening, playing pool and playing the accordion. Mr. Dexter died Friday. The Paradise resident was 81. In Leola, S.D., he was born to Bela and Cecil Dexter. On Dec. 19, 1941, he marriage Faye Erickson in Hazelton, N.D. He was a member of the Paradise Moose Lodge. Besides his wife, Faye, he is survived by a son, Alvin of Paradise; two daughters, Ramona Trahan of Henderson, Nev., and Linda Tamborski of San Mateo; a sister, Ardith Collins of Roseburg, Ore.; two grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. No services are planned. Anthony Dutra 3/1/2001 Anthony Patrick Dutra worked 15 years as a supervisor for a San Jose steel company before retiring. He enjo-yed hunting and fishing. Mr. Dutra died Sunday in his Magalia home. He was 84. He was born in the Bay Area. In 1937, he marriage Dolores Rose in Los Gatos. Mr. Dutra was a member of the Mechanic Automotive Union, Local No. 1101, and the Portuguese Lodge in San Jose. Besides his wife, Dolores, he is survived by two sons Delos of Gilroy and Marcus of Aromas; three daughters, Nadine DellaBitta of Gilroy, Beverly Dutra of Yreka and Nancy Silvera of Magalia; seven grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren. Graveside services will be held 1 p.m. tomorrow in the Paradise Cemetery. Visitation will be from 8 a.m. to noon tomorrow at Paradise Chapel of the Pines Mortuary. Mary Mackelprang 3/3/2001 Mary Mackelprang, born a pioneer of spirit, was happiest with her hands in the soil or reading a good book. Her nurturing and caring manner allowed her to raise 5 devoted children and also be custodian to her dog Muffin, beloved and constant companion for the last 16 years. Marys personal style was always earmarked by her honesty and integrity. She is survived by her 5 children Peggy Casey and spouse Mike of Kelso Washington, Connie Matthews and husband Lary of Boise, Idaho, Terry Riddle of Sparks, Nevada, Joy Archer of Paradise and Chris Mitchell of Los Angeles, 7 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. Her brothers Tren Jones of Moses Lake, Washington and Alma Jones of Paraowan, Utah also survive her. She was predeceased by her husbands Cluff Riddle and Dean Mackelprang, also her sister Valois and brother Mitch. Early in the century Mary, daughter of Alma And Sylvia Jones of Cedar City, Utah began her life on a modest farm at the edge of town. Here, she learned the value of hard work, helping to keep things going and cleaning the houses of relatives for a quarter a day. She loved dancing, socializing and had the sparkle in her personality that drew people to her. She spent the early years as a waitress at Bullocks in downtown Cedar City, then moved to Los Angeles with husband Dean in the early 50’s. There she settled in to raise her family which had now grown to 5. After her nest was empty, Dean and Mary moved to Paradise and retired for nearly 2 decades. Dean passed on a few years later and now Mary has been called home to embrace those who have gone before her. Mary will be missed by many. Private memorial service to be held at L.D.S. Chapel, Monday, March 5th at 11AM. Donations to Hospice in lieu of flowers. Geraldine Hamma-Spencer 3/3/2001 During a snowstorm on Feb. 9, the family of Geraldine Hamma-Spencer made the trek to a family plot at Paradise Cemetery to inurn Mrs. Spencer’s ashes. Born in Chico and raised in Paradise, Mrs. Spencer was the only child of Clarence and Margaret Hamma, who owned I.G. Hamma Merchantile, located at Black Olive Drive and Pearson Road. The store was founded by Mrs. Spencer’s grandparents, Irwin G. and Margaret Hamma in 1920. As a young woman, Mrs. Spencer was employed by University of Pacific as a executive secretary , where she met and marriage Harold J. Spencer in 1952. They settled in Paradise and raised four children. Later Mrs. Spencer returned to Stockton, where she lived until her death at age 70. Her survivors include her sons, Chris of Locke, Calif., Kurt of Santa Fe, N.M., and Harold of Boise, Idaho; daughters, Kathleen Spies of Stockton and Rhonda McLemore of Modesto; and five grandchildren. Remembrances in her name can be made to the Gold Nugget Museum. Edithe Smith 3/3/2001 Edithe Faye Smith was one of the thousands of women who labored in factories while our GI’s were off fighting World War II. Born in Alabama to Dixie and Jonah Keith, she moved to Texas at a young age, where she later worked for Kaiser as a welder. After the war, she settled in Florida, where she owned a flower shop. She then lived in Guam for awhile, before moving to San Jose, where she met her husband, Ben H. Smith. They were marriage Dec. 21, 1973, and moved to Magalia. After returning to the Bay Area for several years, they retired to Paradise in 1988. Mrs. Smith was an artist, specializing in oil paintings, as well as a creative seamstress. In addition to her husband, she is survived by a son, Richard of San Jose; two daughters, Geri Williamson of Fallbrook and Jolene Smothermon of Wildomar; a brother, Ralph Keith of New Mexico; two sisters, Dorothy Williamson and Aree Tidwell, both of Texas; nine grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her son, Anthony. Funeral services were held Feb. 25 at Magalia Community Church. She was buried icon at Skyway Memorial Park in Magalia. Memorial contributions can be made to the Parkinson’s Foundation in care of Newton-Bracewell Cremation and Funeral Service of Magalia, which is handling arrangements. Helen Humphreys 3/3/2001 Helen Humphreys, 92, moved to Paradise 29 years ago from Sunnyvale. Born in Academy, S.D., she was the daughter of Henry and Alvina Dimick. She enjoyed being a homemaker, gardening and spending time with her family. Mrs. Humphreys was a member of Paradise United Methodist Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, Boyd Olson. Her survivors include her sons, Mel Olson of Folsom and James Olson of Mountain View; a daughter, Sharon Nelson of Paradise; three grandchildren: Michelle Knowles, Steven Nelson and Brenda Howell; and many great-grandchildren. Memorial contributions in her name can be made to Cypress Acres Activity Fund, 1633 Cypress Lane, Paradise, 95969. Private family services will be held in Los Gatos and she will be buried icon in Los Gatos Memorial Park. Rose Chapel Mortuary is handling local arrangements. Edith Hall 3/3/2001 Former Paradise resident Edith Marian Hall spent much of her life serving in a variety of Chris-tian youth and mission programs. Wherever she lived, she taught Good News Clubs and Jo Clubs in her home and served her churches as Sunday school teacher, deaconess, missionary supporter, organist/pianist, choir member, prayer partner, and organizer of many dinners and banquets. While living in Paradise and Chico from 1948 to 1980, she attended Magalia Community Church and Calvary Baptist Church in Paradise and Grace Baptist and Pleasant Valley Baptist Church in Chico.Mrs. Hall was born in her family’s prairie home near Burns, Wyo., to Lewis and Charline (Button) Lyon. She graduated from Burns schools and attended normal school, when the need to care for her mother interrupted her goal of becoming a school teacher. She marriage Sidney C. Hall on Oct. 23, 1937, in Denver. Her husband was a United Airlines employee and the family moved around the country before coming to Butte County. In 1980, the couple moved to Juneau, Alaska, where Mr. Hall died in 1992. Mrs. Hall then moved to Eugene, Ore., to be near her daughter and then to Corvallis in 1996, where she lived until her death. In addition to her husband, Mrs. Hall was preceded in death by a brother, Lewis T. Lyon of Burns, Wyo. She is survived by her sons, S. Carlton Jr. of Kihei, Maui, and Donald of Springdale, Utah; a daughter, Carolyn (Baxter) Miller of Corvallis, Ore.; brother Donald D. Lyons of Cheyenne, Wyo.; three grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. A graveside service was held yesterday at Rest Haven Memorial Park in Eugene. She will be buried icon next to her husband. Memorial contributions can be sent to Emmanuel Community Ministries, c/o Northwest Hills Baptist Church, 3300 NW Walnut, Corvallis, Ore., 97330. Barbara Kinesmith 3/6/2001 A former nurse at Feather River Hospital, Barbara Kinesmith cherished raising her children: two sons, Duke of Lodi and John of Coeur d’Alene, Idaho; and two daughters, Donna K. Barnhardt of Concord, N.C. and J. Christine Hopper of Paradise. Born in Santa Barbara, she was the daughter of George and Blanche Beyer. Mrs. Kinesmith lived in Paradise since 1965. She worked as a registered nurse for 20 years. All of her children survive her. At her request, no services will be held. Rose Chapel Mortuary will handle the arrangements. Clarence Hubbard 3/6/2001 Clarence Raymond Hubbard, a 20-year resident of Magalia, sold home air-filtering systems. He was born in Illinois, the son of Gobel and Minnie Hubbard. Mr. Hubbard never married. He is survived by a brother, Eugene of Kansas. No services are planned. Chapel of the Pines is in charge of the arrangements. Inurnment will be private. Bill Schorch 3/6/2001 William Wesley Schorch spent many hours creating beautiful gardens. After retiring from carpentry in 1970, Mr. Schorch wanted to live in Paradise, enjoying the outdoors he loved. Mr. Schorch died Saturday at age 90. He was born in Kanopolis, Kan., and moved to San Anselmo when he was 19. He was a member of the Masonic Lodge and the Grange in Magalia. For many years he lent his voice to the harmonies of the Singing Sirs. Anna Schorch, his wife of 60 years, survives him. A memorial service will be held 2 p.m. today at Rose Chapel Mortuary. Viewing will start at noon. He will be buried icon tomorrow in Tamalpais Cemetery in San Rafael. Katherine Schwabenland 3/6/2001 Katherine Leadora Schwab-enland worked at Continental Nut Co. in Chico. Mrs. Schwabenland died Friday at Paradise Health Care. She was 76. In Sumerton, Ariz., she was born to A.J. and Sylvia McDonald. On Nov. 6, 1968, she marriage A. Richard Schwabenland in Reno, Nev. He survives her, as do a son, Monty Sands of Visalia; a step-son, Tom Schwabenland of Paradise; two step-daughters, Lori Gibbons of Leona Valley and Deana Gibbons of Paradise; five grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren; and a dear friend, Leslie Saita. A funeral service will be held 2 p.m. today at Paradise Chapel of the Pines. Donations may be made to the Diabetes Association in care of Chapel of the Pines. She will be privately buried icon in Paradise Cemetery. Marian Scholz 3/6/2001 Marian Bernice Scholz of Paradise had a great love for music. She played the violin and enjo-yed dancing with her husband, George. They marriage on July 10, 1956, in Reno, Nev. For 10 years, Mrs. Scholz worked for Santa Clara County as a clerical supervisor in the social services department. Mrs. Scholz, 82, died Thursday at a Paradise convalescent hospital. She was born in Woodstock, Ill., to Anna and Edward Martin. While living in Watsonville, she attended the Methodist Church. Her survivors include a son, Craig of Magalia; a daughter, Monica Johnson; a sister, Claribel Furgeson of Greeley, Colo.; and four grandchildren. Her husband, George, died before her. Memorial services were held Monday at Newton Bracewell of Chico. She will be interred at Pajaro Valley Public Cemetery in Watsonville. Memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association Fund in care of Newton-Bracewell Cremation and Funeral Service of Magalia. Irving Huneven 3/8/2001 Irving Wilbur Huneven grew up in Meriden, Conn., and in 1923, he came to California in a Model T Ford to settle in Altadena. His parents were Harry and Edith Huneven. He graduated from John Muir Technical High School. From 1930 to 1932, he served in the U.S. Marine Corps. He moved to Butte County 30 years ago and marriage Shirley Sait in 1983. For 65 years, he worked for Electrician’s Union. He was a member of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers. He fished, camped and enjoyed the outdoors. He filled many pages with his poems. Mr. Huneven died Saturday. The Chico resident was 87. His survivors include his wife, Shirley; three daughters, Jeanine Huneven of Texas, Desiree Martin of Paradise and Virginia Seely of Dallas; a step-son, Jerald Sait of Dallas; two brothers, Arthur of Ojai and Wesley of Ventura; two grandchildren; and two nieces. Memorial services will be held 3 p.m. Monday at the Paradise Church of Religious Science. Sorensen’s Affordable Mortuaries is handling the arrangements. Memorial contributions may be made to Community House, Paradise, or the Community Outreach Program of the Church of Religious Science in care of Sorensen’s Donald Reed 3/8/2001 While working 30 years for the U.S. Postal Service, Donald Lamar Reed graduated from California State University, Chico, in 1982 with a bachelor’s degree in English. He also served 26 years in the U.S. Navy and the U.S. Naval Reserves, retiring as a Chief Petty Officer. Mr. Reed died Monday, surrounded by his family, in his Magalia home. He was 66. He was born in Reading, Pa., to William and Lillian Reed. He and his family moved to Shelby, Ohio, where he attended high school. He enjoyed fishing, boating and working on cars. He was a past president of NARFE, Chico chapter, and was a dedicated volunteer for community causes. He is survived by two sons, James of Chico and William of Brookings, Ore.; a daughter, Katherine Martin of Campbell; a brother, Larry of San Jose; five grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. Memorial services will be held 11 a.m. Saturday at Newton-Bracewell Chico Funeral Home. He will be buried icon next to his parents in Stirling City Cemetery. Active Member Antique Store Air Force The Family Announcements Children Societies Commercial Newspaper Search Active Member Antique Store Air Force The Family Announcements Children Bill Fisher 3/8/2001 During the 1940s, Willard “Bill” Newton Fisher worked at the shipyards in Long Beach. Later, he owned Fisher Electrical Contracting. A Paradise resident, he was a member of the Rod and Gun Club, Elks Lodge No. 2026 and SIRS. Mr. Fisher, 85, died Tuesday at Cypress Acres Convalescent Hospital. He was born in Oklahoma City to Glenn and Blanche Merrill Fisher. He attended South Gate High School in South Gate and attended Gome College. From 1934 to 1935, he was in the California Conservation Corps, fighting fires and working in the infirmary. He moved to Paradise from Culver City in 1976. He enjoyed camping, fishing and target shooting. In Las Vegas, on June 1, 1967, he marriage Velma, who survives him. He also leaves three sons, Terry and Kent, both of Santa Clarita; a stepdaughter, Susan Seats of Oakdale; 11 grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren. A son, Brent, and a stepson, Robert Hethcot, died before Mr. Fisher. A graveside service will be held 10 a.m. Friday in Paradise Cemetery. Rose Chapel Mortuary is handling the arrangements. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Guide Dogs for the Blind, P.O. Box 3950, San Rafael, 94912 Helen Hauge 2/10/2001 Helen Hauge, a member of the Gem and Mineral Club in Paradise, was known as “quite the rock hound.” Mrs. Hauge, a resident of Paradise, died Tuesday in Paradise at age 87. She was born in South Dakota to Nels and Jennie Erickson. Her husband, Hogan Hauge, died in 1999. Her survivors include two nephews. A graveside funeral service will be held 11 a.m. Tuesday at Glen Oaks Memorial Park in Chico. Brusie Funeral Home is handling the arrangements. Elsie Simpson 2/10/2001 Elsie Grace Simpson worked 65 years as a registered nurse. She graduated from St. Helena Sanitarium. Mrs. Simpson, 89, died Thursday at her home in Magalia. She was born in Pullman, Wash., to Harvey and Grace Grange. On Dec. 16, 1943, in Fullerton she marriage Wilbur Simpson. She was a member of the Seventh-day Adventist Church. Besides her husband, Wilbur, she is survived by a son, Malcolm of Fresno; a daughter, Megan; and a brother, Jack Grange of Paradise. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Sunday at the Paradise Chapel of the Pines, which is handling the arrangements. Monday afternoon, she will be privately entombed at Chapel of the Chimes in Hayward. Al Knappenberger 2/13/2001 Albert “Knappy” Augustus Knappenberger Jr., who used to whistle while he worked, was known as Captain Al, the fireman’s pal, at Torrance Fire Department, where he worked from 1956 to 1994. Mr. Knappenberger died Friday in his Paradise home. He was 67. He was born to Amy and Albert Knappenberger Sr. in a log cabin in Apollo, Pa. The family moved to Torrance in 1937. He graduated from Torrance High School in 1951. He was in the U.S. Army from 1953 to 1955, serving in Okinawa at the end of the Korean War. He was honorably discharged as a corporal. He attended El Camino College and two years of fire science training. Before and after his military service, he worked at Columbia Steel Mill in Torrance. On May 27, 1967, he marriage Jo Ann Shields Dennis in Hawthorne. After retiring as a fire captain from the Torrance Fire Department, Mr. Knappenberger worked part time in pool maintenance and truck driving. From 1995 to 2000, he worked as a day manager at Mulligan’s Golf Driving Range. Early in his life, he enjoyed ballroom dancing, bowling and baseball. In midlife, he liked cribbage, croquette and youth group sports. Most recently, he pursued golf, computer games and video recording/editing. Camping in the redwoods and along the California coast was his favorite way to travel, and he visited Europe and around the United States. He especially enjoyed eating pralines and cream-flavored ice cream. Mr. Knappenberger was a member of Firefighters Local No. 1138, the Church of Religious Science and the Southern California Golf Association. He was a parent volunteer at Boy Scouts of America and Camp Fire Girls. Besides his wife, Jo Ann, and his mother, Amy of Paradise, Mr. Knappenberger is survived by a son, Kirk of Salinas; two daughters, Beth Knappenberger of Paradise and Doralyn Knappenberger of Redway; and four grandchildren. A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. today at Paradise Chapel of the Pines. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to Save-the-Redwoods League, 114 Sansome St., San Francisco, 94104 or to Paradise Hospice. Mr. Knappenberger’s ashes will be privately scattered. Wilmer Carter 2/15/2001 Wilmer H. Carter, also known as Buster, was a football and basketball star in high school, and in 1935, he trained as a professional boxer. He worked primarily as a salesman in the Northwest. Mr. Carter enjoyed fishing, hunting, metal detecting, outdoor photography, hiking, gold mining, cooking and traveling in his camper. He and his wife, Jean, were often seen in their jeep traveling around the high lakes, Paradise and Magalia. Mr. Carter died Feb. 8 at age 83. He was born to Wilmer and Charlotte Carter in Hornbrook. He served in the U.S. Army during World War II. He was a member of the California Guides Association. Mr. Carter is survived by a daughter, Shelly Carter-Hartsfield, of Albuquerque, N.M.; a son, Craig of Paradise; two grandsons; and a cousin. No services are planned. Paradise Chapel of the Pines is handling the arrangements. He will be privately inurned. Memorial contributions may be made to Butte Humane Society in Chico. Rosario La Porte 2/15/2001 Rosario Michael La-Porte, a kit-chen worker at Huntington Memorial Hospital for 35 years, died Friday in his Magalia home. He was 69. In Robertsdale, Pa., he was born to Michael and Carmela LaPorte. Mr. LaPorte is survived by five sisters, Mary Warwick of Ventura, Florence Havens of San Dimas, Sally McDuff of Oxnard, Marion Ronchetti of Duarte and Dee Farina of Magalia; and two brothers, Joseph of Mission Hills and Eugene of Anaheim; and many nieces and nephews. A funeral Mass will be held tomorrow at St. Andrews Catholic Church in Pasadena. Paradise Chapel of the Pines is handling the arrangements. He will be interred at Calvary Mausoleum in Pasadena. Madelyn Sauder 2/15/2001 Madelyn Jean Sauder enjoyed playing golf, painting, camping, fishing, playing cards and traveling. Mrs. Sauder, 79, died Sunday in her Paradise home. Born in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, to Daniel and Hildred Miller, she was raised in Des Moines, Iowa. In 1937, she marriage Everett Sauder in Long Beach. He died in 1988. Mrs. Sauder was a member of Paradise First Christian Church and PEO. Surviving her are two daughters, Gayle Rogers of Henderson, Nev. And Karen Judson of Glendale; eight grandchildren; and 15 great-grandchildren. Her son, Dennis, died in 1966. A memorial service will be held 2 p.m. Saturday at the Paradise First Christian Church. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Enloe Hospice or the Paradise First Christian Church in care of Bidwell Chapel, which is handling the arrangements. Estella Carbajal 2/15/2001 Estella A. Carbajal loved gardening and birds, especially canaries. Mrs. Carbajal died Feb. 5 in her Magalia home, where she moved to a year ago from San Antonio, Texas. She was 93. Mrs. Carbajal was born in Camargo Chi, Mexico, to Manuel and Guadalupe Aguilar. Her survivors include four daughters, Guadalupe Padilla of Lakewood, Martha Oviedo of Eagle Pass, Texas, Graciela Barro of Mexico and Josefina Coronado of San Antonio, Texas; 25 grandchildren; and 20 great-grandchildren. Preceding her in death were her husband, Pedro Carbajal, in 1985; two sons, Raul and Carlos; twin sisters, Clotilde and Mitilde and sister, Elena Valle; and a brother, Ramiro Aguilar. A private family service was held Tuesday at Rose Chapel Mortuary. She will be interred in Eagle Pass, Texas. Anna Renz 2/15/2001 Anna I. Renz loved cats. She also enjoyed sewing and gardening. She was a member of Paradise Seventh-day Adventist Church, Dorcas Society and the Edelweiss German-American Club of Paradise. Mrs. Renz died Feb. 8, the day before her 99th birthday, in her Paradise home. She moved from Cleveland, Ohio, 34 years ago.She was born to Fritz and Anna Will in Hamburg, Germany. Surving her are two nephews and a niece. Her service will be 10 a.m. Tuesday at Rose Chapel Mortuary. Visitation will be from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. Tuesday at Rose Chapel. She will be interred in Paradise Cemetery. John Johnson 2/15/2001 John Russell Johnson, a Paradise resident for 35 years, loved woodworking and fishing. For 45 years, he was a welder at Dale Clark, Terminal Island shipyards, McDonnell Douglas in Long Beach, Southern Pacific in Oroville and Victor Industries in Chico. Mr. Johnson died Friday in his home. He was 77. His survivors include a son, Terry of Aspen, Colo.; a daughter, Sandra Johnson of Orland; two sisters, Shirley Dunkel of Paradise and Renie Moss of Canada; six grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren. Two wives died before him. At his request, no services are planned at this time. Rose Chapel Mortuary is handling the arrangements. Memorial contributions may be made to Valley Ridge Hospice. Dolores Wheeler 2/15/2001 Dolores J. Wheeler retired after 25 years as a licensed vocational nurse at Butte County Hospice. She was a member of Paradise Seventh-day Adventist Church. She enjoyed cooking and crocheting. Mrs. Wheeler, 81, died Feb. 8 at Cypress Acres in Paradise. She was born to Raymond and Emily Willett in Greenfield, Ind. Her husband, Harold Wheeler, died in 1986. Also preceding in her death were a son, Dennis, and a sister, Lyvern Hutchison. She is survived by a stepbrother, Charles Hutchison of Paradise. At her request, no services will be held. Rose Chapel Mortuary is handling the arrangements. She will be privately inurned. Lynn Howard 2/15/2001 Lynn Howard worked as a driver and salesman for Granny Goose for 25 years. After retiring in 1984, he enjoyed traveling and playing all kinds of card games. He was a member of Paradise Lutheran Church, Table Mountain Masonic Lodge No. 124, Free and Accepted Masons, HI-12 No. 275 and the Senior Citizens Association. Mr. Howard died Friday at Paradise Health Care. He was 77. In Antioch, he was born to Pern and Ida Howard. From 1943 to 1945, he served in the U.S. Army. On Sept. 5, 1943, he marriage Virginia Vogt, who survives him, along with a son, Randy of Selma; three daughters, Peggy Jones of Castro Valley, Gail Hanlon of Castro Valley and Penny Johnson of North St. Paul, Minn.; nine grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren. A memorial service will be held 2 p.m. at Paradise Lutheran Church. He will be interred at Mountain View Cemetery in Oakland. The arrangements are being handled by Rose Chapel Mortuary. In his memory, contributions may be made to Paradise Lutheran Church Memorial Fund. Kathryn Pummill 2/15/2001 Kathryin Pummill, 84, who died Feb. 3, is having her service rescheduled to 11 a.m. Saturday at Magalia Community Church. She will be interred at Rose Hills in Whittier. Rose Chapel Mortuary is handling the arrangements. Janet Brooner 2/15/2001 Janet Morgan Brooner worked as a nurses aide at Cypress Acres for 25 years. For the last 15 years, she has been an advocate for the developmentally disabled, working in their homes. Mrs. Brooner died Wednesday in Reno, Nev., of a cancer-related illness. The Paradise resident was 74. She moved to the Ridge 50 years ago. She was born in Michigan to Cloyce and Rosemarie Mullreed. Mrs. Brooner was the president of the Paradise Sierra Riders. She enjoyed deer hunting and was an active member of the National Rifle Association. In 1978, she marriage Russell Brooner, who survives her, as do five daughters, Dixie Jessen, Roxanne Franklin, Molly Morgan, Kim Ellis and Windi Webster; a sister, Orel Hawkins; 10 grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. No services will be held. She will be interred at Paradise Cemetery. Tonya Niblett-Craft 2/17/2001 Tonya Marie Niblett-Craft, born and raised in Paradise, died of natural causes Wednesday in her San Diego home. She was 29. A homemaker and mother, she is remembered as a friend always willing to help. Her husband, Michael Craft, is a naval officer at North Island Naval Air Station in San Diego. He survives her, as do her parents, Jess and Dee Niblett of Paradise; two sons, Brandan and Joshua; a daughter, Aubrianna; a sister, Tessa Niblett of Paradise; a grandmother, Pauline Niblett of Paradise; and numerous aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews. Her brother, Jay Niblett, died before her. A funeral service will be held at 10 a.m. Wednesday at Rose Chapel Mortuary. Gwendolyn Bruce 2/17/2001 Gwendolyn Bruce enjoyed art, cooking, sewing, reading and singing. Mrs. Bruce died Feb. 9 in Magalia, where she had lived for 15 years. She was 62. She was born to Clovis and Ruby Younger in Levelland, Texas. Surviving her are a daughter, Janice Francis of Arkansas; a son, Raymond Beckham of Magalia; two brothers, James Younger of Paradise and Jimmy Younger of Manteca; a sister, Gloria Pullin of Redding; and eight grandchildren. A funeral service was held yesterday at Resurrection Power Ministries. Rose Chapel Mortuary is handling the arrangements. Charles Pugh 2/17/2001 Boats were a focus of Charles “Bob” Pugh’s life. He was a maintenance and construction supervisor for 25 years at the Los Angeles Harbor Department, and he worked 40 years in the boat-building industry. He served in a Navy apprenticeship program for boat building at Long Beach. Besides building boats for fun, he enjoyed water skiing, camping, traveling and square dancing. Mr. Pugh, 72, died Thursday at Twin Oaks in Chico. He moved to Paradise from Norwalk in 1984. He was born to Samuel and Elizabeth Pugh in Los Angeles. He served in the U.S. Coast Guard during the Korean War. He graduated from Cerritos College with an associate’s degree and earned a degree from Long Beach Community College. He attended the Pentecostal Church of God in Paradise and the Chico Square Dance Club. On Dec. 17, 1948, he marriage Lora, who survives him. A daughter, Christine Serna of Paradise, and two granddaughters in Magalia also survive Mr. Pugh. A funeral service will be held at 10 a.m. today at Rose Chapel Mortuary. Rev. David L. Russell will officiate. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to noon today at the chapel. A graveside service will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday at Rose Hills Memorial Park in Whittier. Memorial contributions may be made to Chico or Paradise Hospice. Neta Van Opstal 2/17/2001 Neta Van Opstal died Wednesday at her Stirling City home. She was 82. Tuscon, Ariz., was her birthplace. She marriage George Van Opstal in Reno, Nev., on May 10, 1958. He survives her, as do two sons, Ronald Holly of Fresno and Arthur Mullikin of New Mexico; a stepdaughter, Bonnie Smith; two brothers, Ed and Henry; two sisters, Tina Rogers of Fresno and Luella Sprowls of Fresno; five grandchildren; two step-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Thursday at the First Assembly of God Church in Stirling City. Visitation will be from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Wednesday at Paradise Chapel of the Pines. She will be buried icon in Stirling City Cemetery. John Allen 2/20/2001 John H. Allen eloped with his bride-to-be, Phyllis, and drove through a snowstorm to marry her in Nevada. On a cold Sept. 26, 1948, they were marriage in a small chapel by a man wearing a stocking cap. The man’s wife played the organ during the ceremony. Mr. Allen, a retired Oakland police officer, died Jan. 20 at Baylor Medical Center in Texas, where he was visiting with family. A Paradise resident since 1982, Mr. Allen was 76. He was born to John Allen and Adelaide Byerline in Salt Lake City. He served in the U.S. Navy during the Korean War. Mr. Allen enjoyed being active in the Oakland Masonic Lodge No. 403. He then affiliated to the Table Mountain Masonic Lodge No. 124 F&AM in Paradise. In 1952, he became a Master Mason. He put in almost 50 years at the Masonic Lodge. He was also active in Eastern Star, Amaranth, Shriners – Ben Ali, Royal Arch, Counsel, Commandery of York Rites and High 12. Mr. Allen also fly-fished. Surviving him are a son, Mark of Paradise; a daughter, Pamela Shouse of Texas; a brother, Robert of Morgan Hill; a sister, Joyce Jasper of Redding; and five grandchildren. Memorial services will be held 2 p.m. today at the Table Mountain Masonic Lodge No. 124. Family and friends are handling the arrangements. Memorial contributions in Mr. Allen’s name may be given to the Shriners Children Hospital in Sacramento. June Gervasi 2/20/2001 June Lucille Gervasi was a CB enthusiast during the 1970s, going by the handle “Gemini.” She loved gardening, cooking and her pets. Mrs. Gervasi, 71, died Friday in Chico. She had lived in Paradise for 25 years. She was born in San Francisco to Joseph and Diva Massagli. In 1946, she marriage John Wood, who died in 1968. She marriage Joseph Gervasi in 1971. He died in 1985. Mrs. Gervasi, who loved entertaining, always filled her home with good food, fun and laughter. Besides her mother, Diva of Redwood City, she is survived by two daughters, Sharon Ward of Paradise and Jessica Wood of Chico; three sisters, Gloria Saufley of Newark, Dolores Hart of Concord and Karen Elmore of Redwood City; two grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. A memorial service was held Sunday at St. Pius Catholic Church in Redwood City. She will be buried icon at a later date. Memorial contributions may be sent to Butte Humane Society and the American Red Cross. Neptune Society of Chico is handling the arrangements. Paul Slyh 2/20/2001 Paul H. Slyh worked 41 years for Lockheed Aircraft Corp. and for Rexnord of Chico as a mechanical engineer. He received his master’s degree from Ohio State. For fun, he loved working in his shop. Mr. Slyh died Wednesday in Chico at age 84. He lived in Paradise. He was born in Columbus, Ohio. From 1945 to 1946, he served in the U.S. Army. His first wife, Dorothy Earles, preceded him in death after 38 years of marriage. He attended the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Bille Road Ward. His wife, Patsy, survives him, as do two sons, Paul Jr. of Washington and John of Omaha, Neb.; a daughter, Doralee Weintraub of Fremont; six stepchildren, Mary Kaprin of Reno, Nev., Chris Young of Paradise, Joe Young of Paradise, Sue Mawer of Paradise, Renee Young of Yuba City and Nancy of Chicago; five grandchildren; 15 step-grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be held 2 p.m. today at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Paradise Chapel of the Pines is handling the arrangements. He will be interred at Paradise Cemetery. Irene Freeman 2/20/2001 Irene Freeman was executive deputy secretary for 11 years at the Glenn County Sheriff’s Department. Her parakeet, “Perky,” was a loving companion. She enjoyed outings, especially out of doors in nature. She visited friends and was a great cook. She also enjoyed ice skating. Mrs. Freeman, 82, died Friday at Enloe Hospital. She lived in Paradise for 23 years. She was born to William and Irene Sinclair in San Miguel. She marriage Jesse Freeman in San Luis Obispo on June 17, 1939. He died in October 1994. Her survivors include three sons, Gary of Orland, David of Rescue and Eugene of Great Falls, Mont.; a daughter, Patty Bacus of Chico; 10 grandchildren; 19 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild. Two grandchildren died before her. A funeral service will be held 2 p.m. Thursday at Rose Chapel Mortuary. She will be interred at Paradise Cemetery. Alice Lawson 2/20/2001 Alice M. Lawson loved crocheting and making quilts. She often traveled to Washington to visit two children she raised. In San Jose, Mrs. Lawson was a cannery worker at a fruit packing house. Mrs. Lawson died Feb. 7 in Paradise, where she lived after moving from Oroville. She was 77. In Hood River, Ore., she was born to Lewis and Lena Wilks. She raised two children, Larry Cretsinger of Washington and Donna Cretsinger of La Grand, Ore. They survive her, as do three brothers, Dale, Robert and Ray Wilks of Paradise; one sister, Emma Cretsinger of Oroville; and numerous nephews and nieces. No services will be held. Paradise Chapel of the Pines is handling the arrangements. Deborah De Jesus 2/20/2001 Deborah Ann De Jesus was a devoted Christian and an excellent cook. The former Fremont resident moved to Paradise 13 years ago. Mrs. De Jesus died Feb. 8 in her home. She was 53. She was born to John and Norma Wood in Berkeley and raised in a military family. She had lived in Honolulu and in Boise, Idaho. Mrs. De Jesus was a widow. Her parents, John and Norma Wood of Nampa, Idaho, survive her, as do two daughters, Kristen Collins and Vanessa De Jesus; a son, Adam De Jesus; and two granddaughters. No services are planned. She will be cremated at Paradise Chapel of the Pines, and her remains will be scattered at sea off the coast of San Francisco. Benjam Remy 2/22/2001 When he was young, Benjamin Franklin “Frank” Remy lived in a two-story log house on the corner of Bille and Clark roads. His family built the house out of felled Paradise pine trees. Mr. Remy, 85, died Friday at a local hospital. He was born to Joseph and Olive Remy in Fort Smith, Ark. He worked as a miller for General Mills. An avid fisherman, he spent many years fishing on the Salton Sea. He also enjoyed golfing and bowling. He is survived by a sister, Mary Mann of Anderson, and many nieces and nephews, whom he thought of as his own children. Graveside services will be held 11 a.m. tomorrow at Paradise Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society or to a charity of choice in care of Newton-Bracewell Funeral Home in Chico, which is handling the arrangements. Sonny Oliver 2/22/2001 Sonny “Born to Boogie” Oliver loved to dance. He took great pleasure in being able to “out-boogie” even the youngest dancers. Mr. Oliver died Saturday with family at his side. He was 64. He was born in Tucumcari, N.M., to David and Faye Oliver. At a young age, he marriage and started a family in Southern California. But he began to yearn for mountain living and believed Paradise would be an ideal place to raise his four children. They moved in 1967. Mr. Oliver owned a machine shop. His survivors include two daughters, Kathy Wallers of the Bay Area and Renee Oliver of Paradise; and a son, Joe Oliver of Paradise; a sister, Jean Ulbrich of Littlerock; eight grandchildren; one great-grandchild; a niece; and his life-long love, Vicki Oliver. His son, Todd Oliver, died before him. At his own request, there will be a potluck party to give last goodbyes Sunday from 2 p.m. to 8 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made. Cremation and inurnment will be private. Ethel Cleese 2/22/2001 Ethel May Cleese, an accomplished watercolorist, displayed her work at many art shows near her former Menlo Park home. She drew great satisfaction from the numerous awards she garnered. She was a member of the Society of Western Artists, Menlo Art League, Sequoia Art Group and 30 and 1 Artists of San Mateo. Mrs. Cleese, a Paradise resident for 12 years, died Friday at a local convalescent hospital. She was 94. In San Francisco, she was born to David and Frieda Peters. She graduated from Sequoia High School in Redwood City. On June 14, 1924, she marriage John Cleese in Hollister. They lived in Menlo Park until he died in 1988. She enjoyed the frequent gatherings spent with family and friends at their La Honda acreage in the coastal mountains. Mrs. Cleese was also active in Eastern Star. Besides her husband, a son, Robert, died before her. Surviving her are a son, John of Paradise; 11 grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren; and 15 great-great-grandchildren. At her request, no services will be held. Paradise Chapel of the Pines is handling the arrangements and cremation. Her remains will be scattered. Frances Bodger 2/22/2001 Frances Eva Bodger, an enthusiastic gardener, test-grew roses in her garden for Jackson & Perkins Co. Being the wife of a wholesale seed grower, she entertained seed people from around the world. Mrs. Bodger, a resident of Paradise since 1993, died Monday at Cypress Acres. She was 90. She was born to Howard and Maybelle Rankin in McCook, Neb. Because of her father’s work in the oil industry, they moved frequently in her early years. She lived in Wyoming and Colorado before moving to California. In 1928, she graduated from San Bernardino High School. She moved to Lompoc in 1929 and met Louis Morehart, whom she marriage on Jan. 30, 1930. After his death three years later, she marriage Charles Bodger on Nov. 11, 1935. He died on Nov. 18, 1964. Mrs. Bodger was a good cook, an avid reader and a crossword puzzle fan. She also was active in several organizations, including a sewing club that made blankets for a hospital during the World War II. She also was involved in the hospital auxiliary and PTA. She moved to Paradise to live with family. Surviving her are two daughters, Beverly Preece and Bonnie Fugh; two sons, Howard Morehart and Michael Bodger; 14 grandchildren; 25 great-grandchildren; and five great-great-grandchildren. She is predeceased by two sisters, Violet and Alice Howtrey; and a brother, Lawrence Rankin. A memorial service will be held at the First Presbyterian Church in Lompoc. Newspaper Search Baseball Youtube Videos The Family Notebook Computer Videos Hiking Announcements Societies Newspaper Search Baseball Youtube Videos The Family Notebook Computer Videos Hiking Lowell Pryor 2/22/2001 Lowell Dean Pryor owned and operated Antique Designs, an antique store and furniture restoration business in Diamond Springs. Mr. Pryor died from cancer Saturday at age 55. He was born to Henry and Susan Pryor in Texas. The family moved to California in 1946 and lived in Willows until 1955. Then he moved to the Marysville/Yuba City area. He graduated from Yuba City High in 1964 and attended Yuba College until he joined the Air Force in 1968. After his discharge in 1972, he attended California State University, Sacramento, for two years. He graduated with a bachelor’s degree in interior design. He moved to Paradise after his father’s death in 1997. He attended the Paradise Ridge Southern Baptist Church. He was the church’s landscaper and house and groundskeeper. He also sang in the choir and was the chef for church banquets. His survivors remember his sense of humor and his love of nature. Besides his mother, Susan of Paradise, Mr. Pryor is survived by three brothers, Eldon of Yuba City, Zane of Henderson, Nev., and Darrell of Boron; a sister, June Chance of Sacramento; six nephews; two grand-nephews; and two grandnieces. A service for Mr. Pryor will be held 1:30 p.m. Saturday at Paradise Ridge Southern Baptist Church. Mary Schramm 1/27/2001 Mary Schramm attended church with devotion and was a member of Our Savior Lutheran Church. Her life was focused on her husband of 67 years, Albert Schramm, whom she marriage in Richmond. Mrs. Schramm died Wednesday at SunBridge Care Center for Paradise. She was 92 and had lived in Paradise since 1953. She was born in Mount Pleasant, Tenn. Her parents were W.H. and Ella Willis. Her sister-in-law, Louise Fagerhaugh of Lakeville, Minn., and a nephew survive Mrs. Schramm. Her husband died before her. A graveside service was held at 1 p.m. Tuesday at Paradise Cemetery. Rose Chapel Mortuary is handling the arrangements. Contributions in her memory may be made to Our Savior Lutheran Church. Fritz Glaser 1/27/2001 Fritz Glaser, a Paradise resident, was a self-employed machinist for 14 years and a very active sportsman. Mr. Glaser died Friday in Paradise at age 87. He served in the German army from 1940 to 1945. He was born to Johann and Barbara Glaser in Germany. He was marriage to his wife, Babetta, for 63 years. She survives him, as does his son, Gunther. No services are planned at this time. Rose Chapel Mortuary is handling the arrangements. Edna Simmons 1/27/2001 Edna May Simmons, a Paradise resident for 10 years, died Jan. 10 at Cypress Acres. She was 102. She was born in Scott Bar to William and Anna Hicks. Mrs. Simmons was a homemaker for 70 years. A sister, Inez Otto of Magalia, survives Mrs. Simmons, as do three grandchildren; numerous great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. At her request, there will be no services. She will be interred at Glen Oaks Memorial Park. Rose Chapel Mortuary is handling the arrangements. Eugene Condit 1/30/2001 Eugene Clellan Condit worked 29 years as a switchman with Pacific Bell. He enjoyed photography, camping, fishing, reading and gardening. Mr. Condit died Saturday in Paradise, where he resided. He was 81. He was born to Ralph and Anna Condit in Oakland, where he graduated school. He served in the Army Air Forces during World War II. In Oakland, on Aug. 12, 1950, he marriage Elaine Frantzich, who survives him. Other survivors include two sons, Kenneth and Jeffery, both of Paradise; a daughter, Cynthia Condit of McKinleyville; a brother, Ralph of Lake Charles, La.; and three grandchildren. A graveside service will be held 11 a.m. Thursday at Paradise Cemetery, and a memorial at Calvary Chapel of Paradise in Magalia will be held at 2 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to Calvary Chapel of Paradise. Brusie Funeral Home is handling the arrangements. Dorothy Christianson 1/30/2001 Dorothy C. Christianson served as a Women’s Army Corps corporal in the 1040th Army Air Forces Base Unit. While there she worked as a draftsman. After graduating from Yuba College with a degree in commercial art, she worked for North American Aviation in Inglewood from 1943 to 1944. She drew airplane parts. She also inked and shaded the drawings. Throughout her life, art was her hobby. Mrs. Cristianson, a Paradise resident, died Wednesday at Enloe Medical Center. She was 79. Mrs. Christianson formerly lived in Gridley, where she was born. Her parents were William and Hilda Kofford. She also worked for Pacific Mutual Insurance as a stenographer. Mrs. Christianson was a member of Paradise Alliance Church. She was a widow. Surviving her are a daughter, Linda Battles of Carmichael; a son, Roy of Paradise; a brother, Kent Kofford of Gridley; and a sister, Modean Moore of Salinas. Memorial services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at the Paradise Alliance Church. Family graveside services will be held in Gridley Cemetery. Paradise Chapel of the Pines is handling the arrangements. Marguerite Hagy 1/30/2001 Marguerite M. Hagy, a resident of Paradise since 1959, died Jan. 20 at home. She was 88. She was born in Harrisville, N.Y., to William and Mable Gibson. In 1915, she moved to California. She marriage David Hagy in Yuma, Ariz., on Aug. 26, 1934. He preceded her in death. Her survivors include two sons, David of Paradise and Richard of Yucaipa; six grandchildren; and 12 great-grandchildren. Walter Bitterolf 1/30/2001 Walter F. Bitterolf, 85, was a former member of the Paradise Town Council and a resident for 25 years. He played a major role in creating and developing the Memorial Trailway. Mr. Bitterolf died Jan. 7 at Extended Care Hospital in Riverside. He had pneumonia and complications from Alzheimer’s disease. He retired from the Los Angeles Police Department after 25 years as a sergeant of detectives, robbery division. He also worked as chief of racetrack security at the Los Angeles County Fair. He also worked as a security officer at Santa Anita and Los Alamitas racetracks. Altogether, he worked 15 years at the racetracks. He is survived by one son, Michael of L’Oranger, La.; two daughters, Leean of Riverside and Patricia of Escondido; four grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren. Mr. Bitterolf’s ashes and those of his wife, Marilynn, were scattered at sea off Pt. Loma, San Diego, on Jan. 21. Mary Self 2/1/2001 Mary Self managed the Community House in Paradise. She also owned a bar and restaurant for years. She had lived in Stirling City and Chico before moving to Newport, Ore. She was past president of the Pocahontas Lodge. Mrs. Self died Sunday in Newport, Ore., at age 94. She was born in Kansas to Charles and Martha Decker. Her husband, James, died before her. Her daughter Mary Elliott of Sear Rock, Ore., survives her, as do three grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren. A graveside service will be held 11 a.m. Monday at Stirling City Cemetery, where she will be interred. Leland Emerson 2/1/2001 Leland Emerson joined the U.S. Army in 1953 and served in the Korean War. He received the Korean Service Medal, United Nations Medal and National Defense Service Medal. For 20 years, he worked for Southern Pacific. Mr. Emerson died Jan. 22 in Roseville, where he was born and grew up. He was 71. His parents were Leland and Martha Emerson. In 1955, he marriage Norma Spitzer. He enjoyed fishing, camping and hunting. He settled in Butte County to be near his daughters in 1991. Surviving him are two sons, Bill Emerson of Lincoln and Donald Dishman of Reno, Nev.; three daughters, Faye Smith of Magalia, Gloria Orndorff of Oroville and Susan Emerson of Roseville; two sisters, Marge Harris and Mary Emerson, both of Sacramento; seven grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren. Preceding him in death were a son, Ralph Emerson; and two brothers, Jack O’Connor and Everette Button. Graveside services will be held at 1 p.m. today at Roseville Cemetery in Roseville. Contributions may be made to a favorite charity in care of Sorensen’s Affordable Mortu-ary, which is handling the arrangements. Robert Gagnon 2/1/2001 Robert John Gagnon, a former member of the Canad-ian armed services, worked 25 years in Burbank with Aviation Power & Supply. Mr. Gagnon died Sunday in Magalia, where he had lived 25 years. He was 86. He was born in Ontario, Canada, where he also marriage Winnie in April 1943. His parents were Frank and Anne Gagnon. He enjoyed playing golf and cards. He lived life to the fullest, his family said, and he “always had a twinkle in his eye.” Besides a sister, Catherine Grilley, he is survived by two brothers-in-law; two nephews and one niece. A service will be held 8:30 p.m. tomorrow at St. Thomas More Catholic Church. He will be interred in Magalia Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the St. Thomas School. Paradise Chapel of the Pines is handling the arrangements. Phyllis Jones 2/1/2001 Phyllis Lou Jones worked as a waitress and data resource clerk up until 1994, when she retired. She enjoyed knitting and sewing. She was the Grand Noble of Beulah Rebekah Lodge No. 60. Mrs. Jones died Monday at SunBridge Care Center For Paradise. She was 71. She was born in Sedan, Kan., to William and Fern Thomas. In 1949, she marriage Mel Jones in North Hollywood. He died in 1987. She is survived by two sons, Kenneth of Sacramento and William of Paradise; five daughters, Cynthia Harvey of Paradise, Lynda Enright of Redding, Cheryl Martin of San Leandro, Carol Centeno of Pleasanton and Alisa Dalhoff of San Jose; a brother, Richard Thomas of Sedan, Kan.; 17 grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. Her son Curtis died in 1982. A service was held yesterday at Bidwell Chapel in Chico. A family ceremony will be held today in Paradise Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation in care of Bidwell Chapel. Gustave Rollins 2/1/2001 Gustave Rollins served in the U.S. military from 1942 to 1948. For 14 years, he worked in fire safety patrol for Diamond International. Mr. Rollins died Jan. 25 in Stirling City, where he lived since moving from San Diego in 1969. He was 79. He was born in Los Angeles to Bert and Ray Rollins. Mr. Rollins, a widower, was a member of First Assembly of God in Stirling City and the Model A Club in Chico. Surviving him are one nephew and two nieces. Funeral services will be held 1 p.m. Sunday at Paradise Chapel of the Pines. Paradise Veterans Council will provide military honors. He will be privately buried icon in Stirling City Cemetery. Naomi Hensley 2/1/2001 Naomi D. Hensley moved to Magalia from Sacramento in 1987. Mrs. Hensley died Monday at Feather River Hospital at age 63. She was born in Sacramento to Dave and Josephine Davis. On June 5, 1959, she marriage Jim Hensley, who survives her. Besides her mother, Josephine, other survivors include two sons, James of Rocklin and Joel of Citrus Heights; and three grandchildren. Her sister Barbar Tully died before her. At Mrs. Hensley’s request, no services will be held. She will be privately inurned. Rose Chapel Mortuary is handling the arrangements. In her memory, contributions may be made to the American Heart Association/ Multiple Sclerosis Foundation, 6350 N. Andrews Ave., Fort Lauderdale, Fla., 33309. Juanita Netzley 2/3/2001 Juanita Marie Netzley was known for her terrific cooking. She also enjoyed crocheting. She moved to Magalia from Southern California in 1979. Mrs. Netzley died Monday in Enloe Hospital. She was 81. She was born to Wilson and Edna Mae Lindsay in Muncie, Ind. On Sept. 15, 1956, in Las Vegas, she marriage John Netzley, who survives her. Other survivors include three sisters, Marjorie Smith of Oregon, Alice Allman of Arkansas and Nancy Childs of Oregon; and two grandchildren. No services are planned. She was cremated at Paradise Chapel of the Pines and inurned at Skyway Memorial Park in Magalia. Lawrence Kalanquin 2/3/2001 Lawrence E. Kalanquin served in the European and African Engineers during World War II. In 1980, he retired from General Motors, where he worked as a tool and die repairman. Mr. Kalanquin died Jan. 27 in Palo Alto at age 79. He had lived in Magalia since 1996. He was born to Frank and Mary Kalanquin in Michigan. His wife of 54 years, Betty, survives him, as do two daughters, Bonnie Clark of Winchester, Va., and Carla McFarlane of Port Huron, Mich.; a son, Frank of Paradise; seven grandchildren; and one great-grandchild. No services are planned. Eldon Thompson 2/3/2001 Eldon Wayne Thompson, being an experienced mechanic, was always willing to help a friend in need. He enjoyed riding his go-cart and barbecuing on the weekends. Mr. Thompson, a former Paradise resident, moved to Roseville eight years ago, where he died Dec. 22 after a long battle with diabetes. He was 46. Mr. Thompson was born in Concord. His survivors include his mother, Marion Surface, and his stepfather, Art, both of Paradise; and two brothers, Pat in Massachusetts and Mike in Reno, Nev. The family invites a public celebration of his life at funeral services to be held 1 p.m. today in the Salvation Army Chapel in Paradise. All are welcome. James Saunders 2/3/2001 James A. Saunders was an avid Giants fan. He listened to opera and classical music, and he enjoyed hiking and camping. He worked for Royal Insurance for 30 years in San Francisco. Mr. Saunders died Jan. 23 in his Magalia home. He was 74. He was born in Belvedere to Arthur and Ora Saunders. He grew up in Mill Valley and graduated from Mt. Tamalpais High School. He attended California State University, San Francisco. In 1937, he and his family walked to San Francisco the first day the Golden Gate Bridge opened. He marriage Janet McDowell in San Francisco on March 10, 1956. On his 30th anniversary at Royal Insurance, all the employees in the country received a trip that year to visit the company’s headquarters in Charlotte, N.C. In 1995, he retired to Magalia from South San Francisco. He was an active member of the Paradise United Methodist Church Men’s Club, Sirs branch 52, Help-4-People and Butte County Gleaners of Magalia. Besides his wife, Janet, Mr. Saunders is survived by two sons, Norman of Magalia and Andrew of Oakley; a brother, Ray of Weaverville; two sisters, Florence Sewell of Montana and Cheryl McDavitt of Florida; and nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be held at 3 p.m. Feb. 10 at Paradise United Methodist Church. Vernon Kennebeck 2/6/2001 Vernon B. Kennebeck was a founder of the Paradise Cribbage Club. During World War II, he served in the U.S. Navy. He worked 34 years for Pacific Bell as a supervisor. Mr. Kennebeck died at home Friday in Magalia, where he had moved from Sunnyvale 20 years ago. Mr. Kennebeck was 76. He was born to Henry and Rosa Kennebeck in McHenry, Ill. He enjoyed cribbage, cards, fishing, traveling, landscaping and above all, being with family. He was president of Telephone Pioneers in Paradise and Big Sir of SIRS No. 135 in Magalia. In Alhambra, on April 28, 1946, he marriage Carmen “Kay” Kennebeck, who survives him. Also surviving him are two sons, Daniel of Magalia and Lawrence of Portland; a daughter, Mary Ann McAlvain of Paradise; a brother, David of Mundlein, Ill.; a sister, Elvera Schwartz of Crystal Lake, Ill.; four grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. A memorial service will be held 10 a.m. today at St. Thomas More Catholic Church. He will be interred at Glen Oaks Memorial Park in Chico. Rose Chapel Mortuary is handling the arrangements. Memorial contributions in Mr. Kennebeck’s name may be given to any charity of choice. Mildred McAndrews 2/6/2001 Mildred M. McAndrews played bingo with a passion. She was previously active in Welcome Wagon and was a member of St. Thomas More Catholic Church. She traveled around the world a few times. Mrs. McAndrews, 85, died in Paradise, where she had lived since 1977. She was born to Joseph and Anna Krhovsky in Farrell, Penn. Her husband, Ken McAndrews, died before her. He was a pioneer resident of Paradise. She is survived by a brother, Edward Krosky of Pine Valley; a sister, Stella Susany of Pittsburg, Penn.; various brothers and sisters throughout the United States; and a niece, Diane Harshman of Paradise. A funeral mass will be held at 10 a.m. Thursday at the St. Thomas More Catholic Church. She will be interred in Paradise Cemetery. Paradise Chapel of the Pines is handling the arrangements. Contributions in her memory may be given to St. Thomas More Catholic Church in care of Chapel of the Pines. Viola Leland 2/6/2001 Viola Rose Leland, who lived in Paradise from 1980 to 1996, died Thursday in a hospital in Redwood City. She was 89. In Redfield, S.D., she was born to Clayton and Cora Rager. She marriage Raymond Leland on March 26, 1938, in Oak Park, Ill. He died in 1999. She is survived by a son, David of Redwood City; a brother, Cecil Rager of Illinois; four grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren. No services will be held. She will be interred at Glen Oaks Memorial Park. Memorial contributions may be given to TEAM for the use of Bob and Amber Leland. Brusie Funeral Home is handling the arrangements. Sylvia Purcell 2/6/2001 Sylvia F. Purcell worked 12 years as a licensed vocational nurse at Enloe Hospital. She lived in Paradise for 25 years and in Chico for 25 years before that. Mrs. Purcell died Saturday at Cypress Acres. She was 89. Iola, Kan., was her birthplace. She was a member of Paradise Gleaners. She enjoyed sewing and gardening. Her husband, Arthur Purcell, died in 1994. Surviving her are a son, David of Paradise; two grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. At her request, no service will be held. Inurnment will be private. Rose Chapel Mortuary is handling the arrangements. Irene Roberts 2/8/2001 A very independent woman up until the last few months of her life, former Magalia resident Irene Roberts lived on her own at 90, drove her own car and traveled by airplane. She enjoyed visiting family and friends in Streator and Sycamrore, Ill., and family in Utah, Oregon and Idaho. Mrs. Roberts died Sunday at the Madrone Hospice House in Yreka. “Enjoy the simple things, take one day at a time and keep your sense of humor,” was Mrs. Roberts’ philosophy of life. She served others through Gleaners and St. Mark’s Thrift Shop for years. During her short illness, she exhibited her great sense of humor. She was born in Streator, Ill. Mrs. Roberts and her husband, Earl, raised their three children in Sycamore, Ill. When Mr. Roberts retired from Barnes and Roberts Oil Company, they moved to Magalia. Four years later, her husband died, and Mrs. Roberts stayed for eight more years. She then moved to Yreka to be near her daughter, Mary Lou LaCom. Preceding her in death were her husband, Earl, and her son, Earl “Ozzie.” Besides her daughter, Mary, she is survived by daughter Karen Burdine of Bountiful, Utah; a sister, Leona Arenz of Streator, Ill.; nine grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren. A memorial service will be held 1 p.m. tomorrow at the Yreka United Methodist Church. Girdner Funeral Chapel in Yreka is handling the arrangements. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Madrone Hospice, 255 Collier Way, Yreka, 96097 or to one’s favorite charity. Elbert Ford 2/8/2001 Elbert L. Ford served in the U.S. Army during World War II. He farmed for 20 years. Mr. Ford died Saturday at Feather River Hospital at age 79. He was a resident of Paradise. He was born in Coldwell, Idaho, to Floyd and Vera Ford. In 1943, he marriage Peggy Parsons in Reno, Nev. He was a member of the Full Gospel Businessmen’s Association. He enjoyed fishing. His wife, Peggy, survives him, as do four daughters, Susan Merritt of Sparks, Nev., Violet Graham of Paradise, Ruth Price of Chico and Carol Vernochio of Mesa, Ariz.; nine grandchildren; and 26 great grandchildren. A graveside service will be held 2 p.m. today at Glen Oaks Memorial Park. Contributions in Mr. Ford’s memory may be made to the American Lung Association in care of Brusie Funeral Home, which is handling the arrangements. Benjamin Noble 2/8/2001 Benjamin Steven Noble, 19, loved snowboarding, skateboarding and computers. He also enjoyed listening to music and being with friends and family. Mr. Noble died Jan. 31 at his Paradise home. He is survived by his parents, Steven and Mary Noble of Bridgeport; two brothers, Aaron and Peter of Bridgeport; and a grandmother, Arline Noble of Paradise. A graveside service will be held at 1 p.m. tomorrow at Bridgeport Cemetery, and a memorial service will be held at the Bridgeport Baptist Church at 4 p.m. Visitation will be at Best Western-Ruby Inn, 333 Main st., Bridgeport. Mr. Noble’s remains will lie in state at the hotel. Rose Chapel Mortuary is handling the arrangements. Donations may be made to the Bridgeport Skatepark, P.O. Box 183, Bridgeport, 93517; or to Turn-about Ranch, P.O. Box 345, Escalante, Utah, 84726. Hartsel Edwards 2/8/2001 Kathryn Pummill, who enjoyed cooking and baking, was known for her Russian specialty dishes. She was active in the Magalia Community Church and the Hospice Breakfast Club for widows and widowers. Mrs. Pummill died in Magalia Saturday of cancer. She was 84. She was born in Los Angeles to Nicholas and Mary Abramoff. Her hobbies were cooking, boating and fishing. On Jan. 12, 1941, she marriage Robert Pummill, who preceded her in death. She is survived by a daughter, Sheila Bohl of Paradise; a sister, Jean Slifkoff of Whittier; two grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; and a companion of nine years, Virgil Chambers. A service will be held 11 a.m. Saturday at Magalia Community Church. She will be interred at Rose Hills in Whittier. Rose Chapel Mortuary is handling the arrangements. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Paradise Hospice. Vincent Amsden 2/8/2001 Vincent E. Amsden, a resident of Paradise for 10 years, liked hiking, going fishing and surfing the Internet. Mr. Amsden died Feb. 1 at SunBridge Care Center for Willows. He was 30. In Visalia, he was born to Gerald Hunt and Charlotte Eros. A daughter, Ciera Dawn of Oroville, survives him. No services are planned at this time. Rose Chapel Mortuary is handling the arrangements. William Lenox 2/8/2001 William T. Lenox worked 21 years in Newhall as a California Highway Patrol officer. He was a member of Paradise Elks BPOE No. 2026, Table Mountain Lodge No. 124 and CHP Badge No. 462. Mr. Lenox died Jan. 30 at Feather River Hospital. He was 92. He was born in Los Angeles to Andrew and Eliza Lenox. His survivors include his wife, Virginia; three daughters, Barbara Molinar, Susan Rasick and Jean Tyra; nine grandchildren; and great-grandchildren. A memorial service will be held at a later date. He will be interred at Eternal Valley Cemetery. Rose Chapel Mortuary is handling the arrangements. Memorial contributions may be given to Shriners Hospitals for Children, 2425 Stockton Blvd., Sacramento, 95817. Hartsel Edwards 2/8/2001 Hartsel Wrght Edwards worked 45 years with Pepsi Cola Co. as a truck mechanic. He liked trout fishing, being outdoors and traveling the United States. He was a 50-year member of Jehovah’s Witnesses, including Magalia Kingdom Hall. Mr. Edwards died Friday in Paradise at age 79. He was born in Dallas to Lundie and Emma Edwards and grew up in Texas and Arizona. In 1929, his family settled in the Imperial Valley. Mr. Edwards marriage Judith Bell in 1941. He moved to Butte County in 1970. Besides his wife, Judith, he is survived by three sons, Arthur of Paradise, Douglas of Seattle and Richard of Covina; a daughter, Vivian Murphy of Phoenix; three sisters, Geraldine Brown of Santa Barbara, Joyce Hartley of Modesto and Sonja Hobby of Kona, Hawaii; six grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren. Family services have already been held. Arrangements were under the direction of Sorensen’s Affordable Mortuaries, Chico. Mr. Edwards was cremated and scattered at sea. Memorial contributions may be made to a favorite charity in care of Sorensen’s. David King 2/8/2001 David “Art” King started his plumbing business, Art King Plumbing, in Paradise in 1962. He retired in the 1980s. He was a life member of the Paradise Elks Lodge No. 2026 and played in Paradise bowling leagues. Mr. King died Tuesday in Kansas City, Kan. He was 87. In Larned, Kan., he was born to Lee and Myrtle King. He served in the U.S. Navy during World War II. He fished in the ocean, and he enjoyed hunting and fishing in Canada and Utah. Mr. King moved to Liberty, Mo., to be near his family after his wife, L. Ruth, died in 1998. His son, Donald, died before him as well. He is survived by three grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; and three great-great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be held 10 a.m. Tuesday at Paradise Chapel of the Pines, which is handling the arrangements. Visitation will be Monday from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. at Chapel of the Pines. He will be privately buried icon in Paradise Cemetery. John McCarty 2/8/2001 John L. McCarty worked as a self-employed plumbing contractor for 30 years. He enjoyed playing in bowling leagues. And he loved traveling on cruise ships, visiting Alaska, Mexico and the Carribbean. Mr. McCarty died Monday. The Paradise resident was 81. He was born in Iowa. He served in the Merchant Marines during World War II. He was a member of the Moose Lodge and a past member of Elks. He moved to Paradise from Auburn in 1982. His wife, Geraldyne “Jerri,” died in 1985. Mr. McCarty is survived by a grandson; several great-grandchildren; one nephew and four nieces; and his companion, Norma Suthern of Paradise. No services are planned. Cremation will take place at the Paradise Chapel of the Pines Mortuary. He will be privately inurned. To RSVP to a reception, call Norma Suthern at 872-8982. Medical 70 Year Angeles County Announcements Affordable Police Department Commercial Parts Newspaper Search Medical 70 Year Angeles County Announcements Affordable Police Department Commercial Parts Vernon Kennebeck 2/8/2001 Vernon B. Kennebeck was a founder of the Paradise Cribbage Club. During World War II, he served in the U.S. Navy. He worked 34 years for Pacific Bell as a supervisor. Mr. Kennebeck died at home Friday in Magalia, where he had moved from Sunnyvale 20 years ago. Mr. Kennebeck was 76. He was born to Henry and Rosa Kennebeck in McHenry, Ill. He enjoyed cribbage, cards, fishing, traveling, landscaping and above all, being with family. He was president of Telephone Pioneers in Paradise and Big Sir of SIRS No. 135 in Magalia. In Alhambra, on April 28, 1946, he marriage Carmen “Kay” Kennebeck, who survives him. Also surviving him are two sons, Daniel of Magalia and Lawrence of Portland; a daughter, Mary Ann McAlvain of Paradise; a brother, David of Mundlein, Ill.; a sister, Elvera Schwartz of Crystal Lake, Ill.; four grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. A memorial service was held at St. Thomas More Catholic Church. He will be interred at Glen Oaks Memorial Park in Chico. Rose Chapel Mortuary is handling the arrangements. Memorial contributions in Mr. Kennebeck’s name may be given to any charity of choice. Clyde West 1/11/2001 Clyde Herbert West, also known as “Wester,” was employed by the U.S. military and served in the U.S. Navy during World War II and Korea. Mr. West, 74, died Jan. 3 in a Chico convalescent hospital. He was a resident of Paradise. He was born in Plainfield, N.J. His parents were Herbert and Dorothy Wester. Mr. West has no known survivors, aside from two Magalia friends, Randall and Linda Hodges. He was never married. No services are planned. Cremation took place at Paradise Chapel of the Pines. He will be privately inurned in Paradise Cemetery. Leslie Bailey 1/11/2001 Leslie James Bailey was a prisoner of war in Austria while serving in the British military during World War II. Mr. Bailey, 82, died Saturday in Feather River Hospital. He moved to Paradise from San Diego 19 years ago. He was born in England to Douglass and Edith Maria Bailey. He graduated from college with a degree in aviation design. He worked for Boeing Aircraft Co. as an airplane designer. He enjoyed working on radios and electronics. And he liked reading and traveling. On May 9, 1966, in Paradise, he marriage Carolina Elizabeth Smith, who survives him. Memorial services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday at St. Nicholas’ Episcopal Church. He will be privately inurned. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Nicholas’ Episcopal Church or in care of Paradise Chapel of the Pines, which is handling the arrangements. Mary Metcalf 1/11/2001 Mary Margaret Metcalf, who moved to Paradise from Ontario in 1990, died Tuesday in Feather River Hospital. She was 89. She was a widowed homemaker. Mrs. Metcalf was born in Missouri. Her survivors include a son, Dean of Carson City, Nev.; a daughter, Carol Faye of Paradise; a half-brother, Floyd Noel of Big Bear; six grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; and three great-great-grandchildren. A funeral service will be held 2 p.m. tomorrow at Paradise Chapel of the Pines, which is handling the arrangements. A private Burial will follow services at Paradise Cemetery. Jack Esler 1/13/2001 Jack J. Esler loved boating, swimming, hunting and fishing. He was an avid reader of early American history. While making a living as a self-employed tooling engineer for 30 years, he worked on Howard Hugh’s “Spruce Goose.” Mr. Esler died Wednesday at Feather River Hospital. The 86-year-old moved to Paradise from Los Altos 21 years ago. He was born to Carlisle and Mary Esler in San Bernardino. Mr. Esler was a member of Paradise Elks BPOE No. 2026, Kiwanis, SIRS and Eagles. He was a charter member of Santa Clara Society of Manufacturing Engineers as well as the Chico Chapter SME. In Burbank on November 16, 1935, he marriage Vivian, who survives him. His other survivors include a son, Brian of Battle Ground, Wash.; a daughter, I. Jay Elias of Sutter Creek; and five grandchildren. One grandchild predeceased him. At Mr. Esler’s request, no services are planned. Rose Chapel Mortuary is handling the arrangements. Inurnment will be private. Grace Harbour 1/13/2001 Grace Gwendolyn “Gwen” Harbour enjoyed oil paintings, sewing and playing violin. Mrs. Harbour, a Paradise resident for 28 years, died Monday. She was 85. She was born in Boise, Idaho, to Andrew and Stella Rush Roikjer. She graduated from Berkeley High School, where she played first violin in the orchestra. She worked as a nurse’s aid in Prineville, Ore., and as a clerk at the Oakland Army Base for three years. On Sept. 11, 1939, she marriage John Harbour in Oakland. He served with the U.S. Army during World War II. Mrs. Harbour is survived by her daughter, Diana Harbour of Paradise; and two grandchildren. A funeral service will be held at 3 p.m. Saturday at Magalia Community Church. Mrs. Harbour will be cremated. Rose Chapel Mortuary is handling the arrangements. Memorial Donations may be made to Hospice Care. John Davis 1/16/2001 John Edgar Davis, a member of St. Thomas More Catholic Church, played guitar and assisted with the children’s choir. He was medically retired from the Butte County Sheriff’s Department since 1990 because of heart disease and pulmonary fibrosis. Mr. Davis, 65, died Sunday in Butte Valley, where he resided. He grew up in Martins Ferry, Ohio, where he was born to John and Lois Davis, and Baltimore, Md., before moving to Pittsburg in California at age 12. In 1953, he graduated from Pittsburg High School. He served 3-1/2 years in the Air Force during the Korean War. He attended Ventura Community College and Glendale Community College, obtaining an associate’s degree in business administration. In 1955, he marriage Phyllis Wellman, and in 1974, he marriage Cathryn Casler. He worked 22 years as the manager at Montgomery Wards. He enjoyed archery. The news on channels 3 and 12 featured his roving archery range in Butte Valley. He worked with the choir at St. John’s Catholic Church. Mr. Davis liked to cook and taught cooking classes to junior high school students. He was a 4th degree member of Knights of Columbus and was a member of St. Thomas More Catholic Church. Besides his wife, Cathryn, he is survived by two sons, Michael of Oxnard and Richard of Santa Paula; three daughters, Sandra Echevarria of Ventura, Debbie DeLosReyes of Oxnard, and Jennifer Davis of Butte Valley; two sisters, Deanna Short of Naples, Idaho, and Brenda Hobbs of Gardnerville, Nev.; nine grandchildren; and one great-grandchild. A memorial Mass will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Saturday at St. Thomas More Catholic Church. Memorial contributions may be made to the Mercy High School-Jennifer Davis tuition fund in care of Sorensen’s Affordable Mortuary. Daniel Soto 1/16/2001 Daniel Stanley Soto, an excellent mechanic, enjoyed working on cars and rebuilding engines during his time off. He worked for Brown Construction Company in Colorado, operating heavy equipment. Mr. Soto died Sunday in Mercy San Juan Hospital in Carmichael. The Paradise resident was 75. He was born in Fort Lupton, Colo., to Daniel and Claudia Soto. Mr. Soto served in the U.S. Army during World War II. He was a past commander of the Veterans of Foreign Wars in San Jose and was a member of the San Jose American Legion. His survivors include his wife, Emma; three sons, Dennis of Magalia, Nicholas of Paradise and Ronald of Greenville; two daughters, Diane Rodriguez of Magalia and Sharon Trevino of San Jose; a brother, Jim of Colorado; a sister, Virginia Gonzales of Colorado; 23 grandchildren; and several great-grandchildren. A memorial service has been tentatively set for 10 a.m. Thursday at Paradise Chapel of the Pines. Call the chapel to confirm the time. He will be inurned at Paradise Cemetery, and military honors conducted by the Paradise Veterans Council will follow the service. Murvin Chester 1/16/2001 Murvin G. “Chet” Chester was a member of the Paradise Guild of Arts and Crafts, and enjoyed stained glass work and pictorial marquetry, or pictures made of inlaid wood. Mr. Chester died Saturday at Feather River Hospital. He was 94. In 1966, he moved to Paradise from Naperville, Ill. Born to Louis and Otilda Chester in Windom, Minn., he grew up in a farming family in Estelline, S.D., before attending college. For 37 years, he was the purchasing agent for Western Electric Company, and he worked as an electrical engineer. Mr. Chester was a member of AT&T Telephone Pioneers. He enjoyed bowling. Ida, his wife, preceded him in death on Aug. 21, 1995. Surviving him are a son, James of Richmond, Va.; a daughter, Karen Schmeiser of Downers Grove, Ill.; four grandchildren; and one great-grandchild. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday at Rose Chapel Mortuary. Memorial contributions may be made to Paradise Animal Shelter or another charity of choice. Mr. Chester will be interred at Paradise Cemetery. Robert P. Glick, MD 1/18/2001 Memorial services will be held on Saturday, January 27th, 2001 at 1:00PM at the Paradise Elks Lodge, 6309 Clark Road in Paradise, CA for Magalia resident, Dr. Robert Glick, MD. Dr. Glick passed away at his Magalia home on Sunday, January 14th, 2001 from metastatic breast cancer. He was 48 years old. He was born in Philadelphia, PA on 1/2/1953 to Eugene and Ruth Glick. He received his Bachelor’s of Science degree from Stanford University in 1975. He graduated from Jefferson Medical School in Pennsylvania in 1979 and served his Surgery Residency at Mt. Sinai Hospital in San Francisco, CA. He was also Board Certified in Emergency Medicine. Dr. Glick was the Medical Director of Oroville Hospital Emergency Services since 1982. He marriage Renda Rae Aitken on 12/12/1993 in Incline Village, NV. He was a member of the Fellow of American College of Emergency Physicians; the Butte Glenn Medical Society, the American Medical Association; the Board of Trustees of Oroville Hospital; and a member of the Elks Lodge. He enjoyed hiking, backpacking, RVing; tennis and basketball. He also enjoyed music and playing the guitar, banjo and mandolin. The highlight of his life was his marriage to Renda in 1993. He is survived by his devoted wife, Renda Glick of Magalia, CA; 2 daughters: Michelle Valcarenghi of Davis, CA and Britney Glick of Chico, CA; 2 sons: Brandon Glick, a junior at Southern Oregon University in Ashland, OR; and Jason Glick, a sophomore at UC Davis in Davis, CA. His parents: Gene and Ruth Glick of Chico, CA; 2 brothers: Daniel Glick of Lafayette, Colorado and Steven Glick of Chico, CA. Memorial contributions can be made to the Robert P. Glick, MD Memorial Foundation. This foundation is dedicated to the memory of Dr. Robert P. Glick and the years of warmhearted and humanitarian emergence services he provided to the patients of the Oroville community. The goal of the foundation is to enhance emergency services to the community by supporting projects, programs and education, which reflect these ideals. Donations can be sent to: The Robert P. Glick, MD Memorial Foundation P.O. Box 5566 Oroville, CA 95966 Arrangements are under the direction of the Neptune Society of Norther California, Chico Branch. Dorothy Ellingson 1/18/2001 In 1944, Dorothy Ellingson joined the U.S. Coast Guard in Oklahoma, and while stationed in Texas, she used the nickname “Billie,” by which she was known by friends thereafter. Ms. Ellingson died Dec. 27 at Feather River Hospital at age 80. She was born in Wisconsin, the first child of Carl and Mary Ellingson. She never married. Ms. Ellingson worked 12 years as executive secretary for U.S. Borax and Chemical Corp. Most of her career was based in Los Angeles and Anaheim. She retired in 1985 and left “the L.A. rat race” by 1989 to live among the pines in Paradise. She was an avid sports fan, especially baseball and football. Monday night football was an institution for her. She owned two shares in the Milwaukee Braves. She loved reading. She did crossword puzzles in ink. She gambled in Las Vegas and Reno, Nev., and especially enjoyed her Tuesday card group, nastris and rakekins. Ms. Ellingson’s survivors include a brother, Bill Ellingson of Ashland, Wis.; a sister, Mary Martin of Tinley Park, Ill.; and two cousins. Two brothers, Thomas and John Ellingson, died before her. A memorial service will be held at a later date. She will be inurned in St. Agnes Cemetery in Ashland, Wis. Paradise Chapel of the Pines is handling the arrangements. Donna Carrigan 1/18/2001 Donna L. Carrigan, a board member of the Paradise Senior Center, moved to Magalia three years ago from Piedra. She worked 18 years with the U.S. Postal Service and retired as a postmaster. Mrs. Carrigan died Saturday at her home. She was 68. She was born to Leonard and Dorothy Eagles in Fresno. Mrs. Carrigan volunteered at the Senior Thrift Store. She enjoyed shopping and playing slot machines. In Magalia in 1962, she marriage Jerry Carrigan, who survives her, along with a daughter, Denise Hicks of Fresno; a son, Michael of Tempe, Ariz.; six brothers, all with the last name Eagles: Lawrence of Fallon, Nev.; Gene of Magalia, Wayne of Fairfield, Charles and Jim of Fresno and Neil of Rochester, N.Y.; a sister, Rose Dyer of Fresno; and five grandchildren. A private family service will be held at a later date in Fresno. Rose Chapel Mortuary is handling the arrangements. Memorial contributions may be given to Paradise Hospice. Margaret Newman 1/18/2001 Margaret Jean Newman, a Paradise resident, died Tuesday at a local healthcare facility. The former El Segundo resident was 84. Born in Ayr, Scotland, Mrs. Newman will return to her former homeland to be interred in Ayr Cemetery. Survivng her are a son, Walt Newman of Paradise; and a daughter, Pauline Quinlan of Southern California. Her parents were Fredrick and Agnes Carter. No services are planned. She will be cremated at Paradise Chapel of the Pines, which is handling the arrangements. Sidney Call 1/20/2001 Sidney “Sid” J. Call, a long-time Paradise and Chico investment advisor, died Dec. 11 at Mercy Medical Center in Folsom. The Paradise resident was 82. He was born in Odin, Minn., to Oscar and Minnie Call. In 1937, he moved to Willmar, Minn., and with his two brothers, he started Call Auto Parts, Inc. Mr. Call earned a master’s electrician license and did electrical wiring for the REA during their rural expansion. In 1941, he marriage Gebora Norby. With the outbreak of World War II, Mr. Call was exempt from the draft due to the birth of a handicapped child. However, his love of country led him to enlist in the Navy. He served from 1944 to the end of the war. In 1951, he moved to California where he became an investor and partner in a Nevada County gold mine. During this period, he began his career as an investment advisor in Sacramento. Mr. Call moved to Chico in 1954. Twelve years later, he formed his own broker-dealer firm of Sidney J. Call Investments. The firm grew to 10 account executives. At the time, it was the only independent brokerage firm available in Chico. In 1980, he marriage Mildred “Millie” Frost and moved to Paradise, where he joined a New York Brokerage firm as a senior vice president and advisor on insurance concepts. He joined Foothill Securities, Inc. in 1990 as a registered investment advisor. He retired in July 1998. Mr. Call was a member of both the Chico Rotary and the Paradise Rotary. He belonged to the Paradise Elks and the Paradise Son’s in Retirement. He was also an active leader in Butte County where he served on the boards of the Salvation Army, the Boy Scouts of America and the YMCA. He was an active member of the Craig Memorial Congregatio-nal Church and previously the Faith American Lutheran Church in Chico. Mr. Call was known for his expertise in the area of charitable giving and charitable trusts. He was a past member of the Enloe Foundation, and served on both the founding board and advisory board of Millie’s Place (named after his wife), a daycare center for Alzheimer’s patients. Mr. Call’s hobby was his work. He gave investment advice for 50 years He is preceded in death by his third wife, Millie; a daughter, Kathy Call; and a brother, Raymond. Mr. Call is survived by two daughters, Sharon Locke of Sacramento and Candyce Rutherford of Evergreen, Colo.; his first wife and mother of his children, Gebora “Gibby” Henning of Monterey; and his brother, Ellwood Call of Orland. A memorial service and celebration of his life will be held 2 p.m. Tuesday at Craig Memorial Congregational Church, with Jack Carmichael officiating. Neptune Society of Northern California, Chico branch, is handling the arrangements. Memorial contributions may be made to Millie’s Place in care of the Greater North Valley Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association. Pearl Larsen 1/20/2001 Pearl Luella Larsen, who moved to Paradise recently, started the first health food store in El Dorado County in 1955. She and her husband, John, worked their apple orchard, Larsen Ranch, for most of their lives. Mrs. Larsen, 94, died Wednesday in her granddaughter’s Paradise home. She was born in Longmont, Colo., to Vinton Harvey and Winnie Bell Hamilton. Mrs. Larsen believed in God, healthy living and vitamins. Gardening, playing the piano, poetry, scrap books, making quilts, baking bread and canning applesauce were her hobbies. She enjoyed spreading the gospel by ministry. Later, after losing her eyesight, she did so by cassette tape ministry. Mrs. Larsen raised her three grandchildren when her youngest daughter, Dorothy Halkola, died at age 41. Mrs. Larsen was 66 at the time, and her husband was 80. She was a fourth-generation lifetime member of the Seventh-day Adventist Church. Besides her daughter, Dorothy, and her husband, John, Mrs. Larsen was preceded in death by another daughter, Nelda Rose. Surviving her are five grandchildren, Donna Harris of Washington, David Halkola of Paradise, Jennifer Baxter of Paradise, Shirley Rose and Darlene Rose; 12 great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren. A funeral service will be held at 4 p.m. today at the Camino Seventh-day Adventist Church. Paradise Chapel of the Pines is handling the arrangements. She will be buried icon in Camino Cemetery. Vera Lagerquist 1/20/2001 Vera Faye Lagerquist worked as an inventory clerk at McCle-llan Air Force Base. She lov-ed oil painting, sewing, gardening and flowers. Mrs. Lagerquist died Tuesday in Chico at age 93. She was a Magalia resident for 65 years. She was born in Grannis, Ark., to Rufus and Lela Derryberry. She was a member of the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses in Magalia. Her husband of 37 years, Gust Lagerquist, died in 1991. Surviving her are a son, William Derryberry of Chico; a sister, Mildred Kelly of Yreka; a brother, Cliff Derryberry of Moulton, Texas; two grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews.A funeral service will be held 1 p.m. today at Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses in Magalia. She will be privately inurned at Paradise Cemetery. Rose Chapel Mortuary is handling the arrangements. Gerald Lewis 1/20/2001 Gerald M. Lewis worked 45 years as an operating engineer for Robinson Construction. A Paradise resident for 35 years, Mr. Lewis died Wednesday in his home. He was 72. Mr. Lewis was born in Lake Hughes to Harry and Hazel Lewis. He was a member of the VFW, Winnedumah Lodge No. 287, Free and Accepted Masons in Bishop, the Operating Engineers Union Local No. 3 in Marysville, the Model A Ford Club of America in La Habra and the Golden Feather Model A Club in Oroville. He is survived by his wife, Norma; two daughters, Jeanne Parker of Whittier and Julie Utriage of Pocohantas, Ark.; three brothers, James and Vernon of Sacramento and Don of Whittier; and a sister, Ruth Clark of Quartz Hill. A funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. today at Rose Chapel Mortuary, which is handling the arrangements. Memorial contributions may be made to the Golden Feather Model A Club in care of Rose Chapel. Alfred Land 1/23/2001 Alfred Land, who moved to Paradise in 1979, worked for Pacific Gas and Electric for more than 29 years. He retired in 1977. Mr. Land, 86, died Jan. 14 at Feather River Hospital. He was born to Carl and Grace Land in San Francisco. He was raised in Napa, where he attended schools. On July 28, 1962, he marriage Eulive Thurston in Carson City, Nev. Mr. Land was a member and past president of the Paradise Shrine Club and a member and past president of the Greater Chico Ostomy Association. He co-founded the Butte County Honorary Sheriff’s Associ-ation, was a member of the Table Mountain Masonic Lodge No. 124, and was a volunteer for the American Cancer Society. He enjoyed fishing and spending time with family and friends. Besides his wife, Eulive, Mr. Land is survived by a daughter, Lorraine Masten of Riverside; a son, Ellsworth Masten of Alglen, Pa.; and two grandsons. Memorial services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday at the Table Mountain Masonic Lodge. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Shriner’s Hospital for Children, 2425 Stockton Blvd., Sacramento, 95817. Neptune Society of Northern California, Chico branch, is handling the arrangements. Frances Robinson 1/23/2001 Frances Ruth Robinson played piano at the First Baptist Church years ago when it was located at Pearson and Almond. She worked 15 years in customer service in banking. Mrs. Robinson had worked at the Bank of American in Paradise. Mrs. Robinson died Friday at Feather River Hospital. She was 84. She was born to Frank and Frances Reynolds in Richmond. In 1935, she graduated from Chico High School. Mrs. Robinson enjoyed crafts, boating and fishing on Eagle Lake. On May 24, 1941, in Reno, Nev., she marriage Raymond Robinson, who survives her. Other survivors include a daughter, Judy Wise of Paradise; two grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. Graveside services will be held at 11 a.m. today in Paradise Cemetery. Paradise Chapel of the Pines is handling the arrangements. Beryl Weisbecker 1/23/2001 Beryl Mary Weisbecker, a member of the Paradise Guild of Arts and Crafts, enjoyed ceramics, gardening, traveling and water skiing. Mrs. Weisbecker died Friday at age 88 in Feather River Hospital. She was a resident of Magalia. She retired as senior expediter for North American Rockwell after 22 years there. She was born to James and Lillian Park in Victoria, British Columbia, Canada. At age 8, she and her family moved to California. In 1954, she marriage William Weisbecker in Las Vegas. She was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Along with her husband, Mrs. Weisbecker is survived by two daughters, Beverly Martin of Nampa, Idaho, and Diane Kremer of Magalia; two sons, John Chatham of Florence, Ore., and Donald Chatham of Redding; and many grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren. A graveside service will be held at 2 p.m. today at Glen Oaks Memorial Park in Chico. Memorial contributions may be made to American Heart Association in care of Bidwell Chapel, which is handling the arrangements. Mary Schram 1/23/2001 Mary Schram atte-nded church with devotion and was a member of Our Savior Lutheran Church. Her life was focused on her husband of 67 years, Albert Schram, whom she marriage in Richmond. Mrs. Schram died Wednesday at SunBridge Care Center in Paradise. She was 92 and had lived in Paradise since 1953. She was born in Mount Pleasant, Tenn. Her parents were W.H. and Ella Willis. Her sister-in-law, Louise Fagerhaugh of Lakeville, Minn., survives Mrs. Schram. Her husband died before her. A graveside service will be held at 1 p.m. today at Paradise Cemetery. Rose Chapel Mortuary is handling the arrangements. Contributions in her memory may be made to Our Savior Lutheran Church. Lino Fernandez 1/25/2001 Lino Silva Fernandez served in the U.S. Army as a minesweeper during World War II and fought in the Battle of the Bulge. He worked 40 years as a truck driver for Fazio Markets. He sang in a church choir that went to convalescent hospitals to entertain residents. Mr. Fernandez was an usher at First Assembly of God in Paradise and was a member of VFW. Mr. Fernandez died Monday at Cypress Acres. The 79-year-old Paradise resident moved from Burbank 13 years ago. He was born to Felix and Maria Fernandez in Burbank. In Los Angeles on April 21, 1946, he marriage Amelia, who survives him. His other survivors include a son, Ronald of Burbank; two daughters, Janet Fernandez of Burbank and Jody Furner of Paradise; four brothers, Felix, Rudy, David and Ruben, all of Burbank; five sisters, Annie Juarez, Lucille Nelson, Barbara Rodriguez, Esther Hernandez and Martha Valle, all of Burbank; six grandchildren; and one great-granddaughter. A service will be held at 1 p.m. tomorrow at First Assembly of God in Paradise. Visitation will be today from 2 to 8 p.m. at Rose Chapel Mortuary. He will be interred in Paradise Cemetery, with military honors to follow the graveside service. Dorothy Ellingson 1/25/2001 In 1944, Dorothy J. Ellingson joined the U.S. Coast Guard in Oklahoma, and while stationed in Texas, she used the nickname “Billie,” by which she was known by friends thereafter. Ms. Ellingson died Dec. 14 at Feather River Hospital at age 80. She was born in Wisconsin, the first child of Carl and Mary Ellingson. She never married. Ms. Ellingson worked 12 years as executive secretary for U.S. Borax and Chemical Corp. Most of her career was based in Los Angeles and Anaheim. She retired in 1985 and left “the L.A. rat race” by 1989 to live among the pines in Paradise. She was an avid sports fan, especially baseball and football. Monday night football was an institution for her. She owned two shares in the Milwaukee Braves. She loved reading. She did crossword puzzles in ink. She gambled in Las Vegas and Reno, Nev., and especially enjoyed her Tuesday card group, with friends Nastris and Rakekins. Ms. Ellingson’s survivors include a brother, Bill Ellingson of Ashland, Wis.; a sister, Mary Martin of Tinley Park, Ill.; and two cousins. Two brothers, Thomas and John Ellingson, died before her. A memorial service will be held at 10:30 Tuesday at Paradise Chapel of the Pines. She will be inurned in St. Agnes Cemetery in Ashland, Wis. Paradise Chapel of the Pines is handling the arrangements. Robert Voris 1/25/2001 Robert Ralph Voris worked on several dam projects locally, including Oroville Dam, Indian Springs, Cas-tro Dam, Ind-ian Valley Dam and Warm Springs. He worked 30 years in the construction field before retiring from Operating Engineers. He also worked on the Highway 70 project. Mr. Voris died Jan. 14 in Paradise, where he had lived since 1958. He was 78. Mr. Voris served in the armed forces during the Korean War. After retiring, he loved his garden. He was born in Polk County in Missouri. Surviving him are his wife, Jacqueline; five sons, Robert Voris of Texas, Jack Voris of Oregon, Richard Voris of Watsonville; Charles Brown of Paradise and Robert Brown of Paradise; one daughter, Karen Birchenough of Munich, Germany; 13 grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild. No services are planned. He will be cremated at Paradise Chapel of the Pines and privately inurned. Bradley McInnerny 1/25/2001 Bradley J. McInnerny moved to Magalia three years ago from Thousand Oaks and was a maintenance worker at Paradise Pines Property Owners Association for two years. He enjoyed fishing and four-wheeling. He used to meet his friends at Dolly-O-Donuts & Gifts during mornings. Mr. McInnerny died of natural causes Friday at Feather River Hospital. He was 45. He was born to William McInnerny and Donna Young in Burbank. He is survived by a son, Shane McInnerny of Chico; a brother, Michael Ray of Thousand Oaks; and his mother, Donna Young of Thousand Oaks. At his request, there will be no services. Rose Chapel Mortuary is handling the arrangements. He will be privately interred by his family. Fritz Glaser 1/25/2001 Fritz Glaser, a Paradise resident, was a self-employed machinist for 14 years and a very active sportsman. Mr. Glaser died Friday in Paradise at age 87. He served in the German army from 1940 to 1945. He was born to Johann and Barbara Glaser in Germany. His wife of 63 years, Babetta, survives him, as does his son, Gunther. No services are planned at this time. Rose Chapel Mortuary is handling the arrangements. Myrtle Remy-Moak 1/27/2001 Myrtle Alice Remy-Moak, who was raised in Paradise, was well into her ’70s before she realized she was a senior citizen. Her favorite pastime was dancing all night and then having everyone over for breakfast. In 1973, she met and marriage John Moak, and the two traveled the country hunting and fishing during their retirement years. Mrs. Remy-Moak died Monday at her home in Gold Beach. She was 84. She was born in Pendleton, Ore. In 1933, she marriage Thomas Remy. The couple lived a time in Stirling City, and in 1941, moved to Richmond. The couple worked in the shipyards for Hunt Marine Service where they built PT boats. Four years later, they brought their family to Gold Beach, Ore. She joined the Eastern Star and was asked to be Grand Page and traveled to the Grand Chapter. She participated in the Gold Beach Ladies’ Drum and Bugle Corps, tooting her bugle through many a parade around the south coast from Crescent City to Roseburg. She was active in the Rainbow Girls, Eagle’s Auxiliary, Gold Beach Soroptimists and the Election Board. She returned to living in Gold Beach in 1994 after having lived in California with her husband, John. She joined the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and became actively involved in the church’s quilting projects. Knitting “Caps for Kids” and crocheting hats for newborns at Curry General Hospital were her most recent community contributions. She is survived by two sons, Bill Remy and Tom Remy, both of Gold Beach; a daughter, Katherine Hunnicutt of Gold Beach; a sister, Vergie Mann of Dayton; 11 grandchildren; and 28 great-grandchildren. A memorial service took place on Thursday in Gold Beach. Graveside services will be 2 p.m. Monday at Paradise Cemetery. Contributions may be made to Curry County Home Health and Hospice, P.O. Box 746, Gold Beach, OR 97444. Norman Hopkins 1/27/2001 Norman Wayne Hopkins, 52, was a heavy equipment operator and worked for a backhoe service for 15 years in Chico. Mr. Hopkins died of natural causes Wednesday in Paso Robles. He was a Paradise resident. Mr. Hopkins was born in Leaksville, N.C., to Herman and Alamanda Hopkins. On Nov. 5, 1999, he marriage Barbara Stratton. During the Vietnam War, he served two tours with the U.S. Marine Corps. Besides his wife, Barbara, and his mother, Alamanda Smith of McRae, Ga., he is survived by a daughter, Shannon Buckles of Fremont; two brothers, Hoppy Hopkins of McRae, and Frank Smith of Florida and one grandson. Funeral services will be held 1 p.m. Monday at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Paradise. The Paradise Veterans Council will conduct military honors at Paradise Cemetery. Paradise Chapel of the Pines is in charge of the arrangements. John Nicolls 1/2/2001 John Hubert Nicolls helped build school bus shelters for children going to school in Magalia. Mr. Nicolls, 86, died Christ-mas Day in Paradise. He resided in Magalia. Mr. Nicolls was a past member of the Paradise Elks Lodge. He was born to Hubert and Gertrude Nicolls in Jenks, Okla. During World War II, he served in the U.S. Coast Guard. He marriage Annabelle Ramona Nicolls. For 35 years, he was a contractor. His survivors include two daughters, Karen Miller of Texas and Karlene Berry of Quincy; a son, Kenneth of Redding; a brother, Paul of Fremont; and a sister, Pearl Clites of Fremont. His family will privately inurn him. Paradise Chapel of the Pines is handling the arrangements. Elanson Douglas 1/2/2001 Elanson “Scotty” A. Douglas served as a radio operator in the Army during World War II, working with ships sailing to India and shipping associated with the Burma Road. Mr. Douglas, a Paradise resident, died Dec. 23 at Feather River Hospital. He was 88. Born in Berkeley to Edith and Walter Douglas, he attended California State University, Sonoma, CSU, Chico, American River College and the University of Maryland. He marriage Elizabeth “Betty” Searle on July 18, 1936, in Petaluma. For 40 years, he worked for the Department of Defense in missile command as a military advisor on missile systems. He spent time in Chico working with the Titan missile silo there and was there during an accidental explosion. He also spent 14 years in Germany advising the Army. Mr. Douglas was a member of DeMolay, Blue Lodge, York Rite Bodies, Butte Council No. 50, RAM Franklin Chapter 20, Knights Templar No. 5, Ben Ali Temple-Shrine, Scottish Rite Bodies, European Shrine Club, Grand Lodge FAAM, American, Canadian Provincial Knights of Rome, Red Cross of Constantine, Knights of Holy Sepulcher and St. John the Evangelist, High Twelve of Paradise and Order of Eastern Star No. 549. He was a life member of the National Woodcarvers Asso-ciation, the Boy Scouts and was a Scout master of Explorers in Sacramento. He was an Eagle Scout since 1929 in Petaluma. He loved gold, woodcarving, live theater and dancing - he was a member of the Square Dance Group in Carmichael. He is survived by his wife, Betty; a son, Boyd Green of Sacramento; two sisters, Rada Miller of Sacramento and Patricia Martin of Soquel; four grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren. Memorial services will be held 1 p.m. Saturday at the Paradise Chapel of the Pines. Donations in his memory may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association, Greater Northern Valley Chapter in Paradise. John Reynolds 1/2/2001 John S. Reynolds was an accomplished writer; short stories were among his published writings. He worked as a purchasing agent for Diamond National, formerly Diamond Match, for 35 years. He was a member of the Masonic Lodge. Mr. Reynolds died Dec. 22 in his home in Paradise, where he lived for 25 years. He was 92. He was born to John and Ora Reynolds in Illinois. His wife, Stella, died in 1993. His survivors are a daughter, Ann Thomason of Paradise; a brother, Bill of Morro Bay; a sister, Gwenn Adams of Lake Havasu, Ariz.; three grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. At his request, no services are planned. He will be privately buried icon in Paradise Cemetery. Charles Tindill 1/4/2001 Charles A. Tindill’s first love was teaching, and he never stopped being a student. After graduating from Whittier College, he began teaching at the Olive Grammar School in 1939, the same year he marriage Eleanor McCloud on Aug. 25 in Buena Park. He tried enlisting in the military but was turned down, so he served as immigration inspector in the Los Angeles office of Immigration and Naturaliza-tion service for four and a half years. Then he returned to teaching, working 25 years for the Baldwin Park Unified School District. He also worked as the principal, and the last 20 years he was assistant superintendent. After retiring in 1972, he and his wife moved to Morong Valley, where he worked as security supervisor for the Palm Springs newspaper and sold real estate for four and a half years. He also continued his education, earning two master’s degrees in education from the University of Southern California. Mr. Tindill, a Paradise resident, died Tuesday in Vencor Hospital in Sacramento. He was 84. He was born to Cordis and Julia Tindill in Lindsay. Mr. Tindill was active in the Calvary Baptist Church. He sang in the choir and served as deacon and in other offices. He is survived by his wife, Eleanor; two sons, Paul of Forest Ranch and Robert of Paradise; a sister, Emily Black; seven grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. tomorrow at the Calvary Baptist Church. Visitation will be from 3 to 5 p.m. today at the Paradise Chapel of the Pines. He will be interred at Paradise Cemetery. Gaston Kelley 1/4/2001 Gaston “Go-go” Kelley worked 41 years as a locomotive engineer for Southern Pacific Railroad. A Paradise resident for 11 years, Mr. Kelley loved ballroom dancing, square dancing, boating and water skiing. He belonged to Table Mou-ntain Masonic Lodge, Paradi-se Ridge Run-ners and Paradise Square Dancers. On New Year’s Eve, Mr. Kelley died in his home. He was 76. He was born to Marcine and Arron Kelley in Needville, Texas. His survivors include his wife, Pauline, whom he marriage June 29, 1974, in Santa Barbara; three stepsons, Jim Vodden of Modesto, Rick Vodden of Buellton and Don Vodden of Sacramento; five grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. A grandson preceded him in death. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. tomorrow at Table Mountain Masonic Lodge. Visitation will be from 3 to 7 p.m. today at Rose Chapel Mortuary. He will be interred at Paradise Cemetery. Frank Gardner 1/4/2001 Frank Alan Gardner, known as “Poppy” to his grandchildren, was successful in small business and an outstanding wood artisan. Mr. Gardner died Saturday in Paradise at age 72. Mr. Gardner was born to Floyd Hamilton and Frank Gardner in Philadelphia. During World War II, he served the U.S. Navy, sailing aboard the USS Iowa. He was a member of the Elks, Masons and the Genealogical Society. He was a Boy Scout master. Surviving him are his wife, Betty Louise; two sons, John of Paradise and Scott of San Clemente; a daughter, Susan Louise Dell of Calabasas; and eight grandchildren. Funeral services for Mr. Gardner will be held 11 a.m. Saturday at the Magalia Community Church. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to his name in care of the family. Rose Chapel Mortuary is handling the arrangements. Selina Askren 1/4/2001 Selina Ann “Connie” Askren, who lived in Magalia for 15 years, died Dec. 26 in Columbus, Ohio, where she lived. She was 83. She was known as a gourmet cook. In Indianapolis, she was born to Paul and Katherine Crawford Conn. Her stepmother was Darlene Conn. She attended Oakland Technical High School. She worked for Varian Associates in Palo Alto and retired in 1983. She marriage Rader Crooks, who died in 1961, and marriage Ernest Askern Sr., who died in 1997. Her survivors include a daughter, Connie McBride of Columbus, Ohio; a sister, Joan Turman of Corpus Christi, Texas; a stepson, Ernest Askren Jr.; a stepdaughter, Carol Ann Jaeger; and four grandchildren. A funeral service will be held at 1 p.m. tomorrow at Bidwell Chapel in Chico, which is handling the arrangements. She will be interred at Glen Oaks Memorial Park in Chico. Memorial contributions may be made to Central Ohio Diabetes Association, 1580 King Avenue, Columbus, Ohio, 43212. Noma Workman 1/4/2001 Noma L. Workman, 99, was a member of American Legion Auxiliary and Grange. The former civil service worker lived at SunBridge Care Center. Mrs. Workman died Dec. 14. She was born to William and Minnie Gaskill in Ottawa, Kan. Her husband, Clarence Workman, died before her. Surviving her are a daughter, Della Mullens of Paradise; a son, Neal Champion of Prescott, Ariz.; two stepdaughters, Joan Willoughby of Parker, Ariz., and Eileen Morley of Tacoma, Wash.; and two granddaughters, including Sandy Hinton of Paradise. Her combined step-grandchildren, step-great-grandchildren and step-great-great-grandchildren number 20. No funeral service is planned. Rose Chapel Mortuary is handling the arrangements. Larry Mahoe 1/4/2001 Larry Mahoe, a Paradise resident, was a retired fire chief from the University of California, Santa Cruz. He was an avid golfer and loved to travel. Mr. Mahoe died Dec. 28 in Sierra Vista, Ariz. He was 62. He was born in Honolulu to Peter and Anna Mahoe. He leaves behind three sons, Lawrence Mahoe, Will Schwab and Erich Schwab; two brothers, Peter and Joseph; a sister, Gailynn Recktenwald; two grandsons; and many nieces and nephews. His wife, Patricia Schwab-Mahoe, died before him. Graveside services will be held at 1 p.m. tomorrow at McDonalds Cemetery in Redding. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Alisa Ann Ruck Burn Foundation, 1801 Van Ness Ave. No. 340, San Francisco, 94109. Bettiejane Brittin 1/6/2001 Bettiejane “Betty” Brittin was the former co-owner of Carriage Jewelers in Paradise. She was in the jewelry business for 15 years. Mrs. Brittin died Dec. 29 at Feather River Hospital. She was 78 years old. She was born in Kansas City, Mo., to George and Bea Warren. Her husband, Neal Brittin survives her, as do four daughters, Bonnie Ingram of Magalia, Jackie Winnett of Tulare, Bobbye Lea Bobst of Paradise and Jody Miller of Bakersfield; 10 grandchildren; and 29 great-grandchildren. No services are planned at this time. Cremation will take place at Paradise Chapel of the Pines. Inurnment will be private. Giannina Papa 1/6/2001 Giannina Papa moved to Paradise 11 years ago from the Bay Area. She was born in Milano, Italy, to Dominic and Girolama Benfante. In 1920, she marriage her husband, Manlio Papa, in New Haven, Conn. Mrs. Papa died Dec. 27 at her home. She was 98. Her survivors include a daughter, Juliette Papa of Paradise; and two sisters, Rose LoManto of Florida and Josephine Brown of New Jersey. No services are planned at this time. Cremation will be handled by Paradise Chapel of the Pines. She will be privately inurned by her family. Memorial contributions may be given to Valley Ridge Home Care and Hospice in care of Chapel of the Pines. Paul Taylor Sr. 1/6/2001 Paul James Taylor Sr. came to Paradise from Oroville and was a resident of Butte County for 30 years. Mr. Taylor was a painting contractor for 20 years. He attended the Paradise Pentecostal Church. Fishing was his favorite hobby. Mr. Taylor died Wednesday at Cypress Acres Convalescent Hospital at age 63. He was born in Meadville, W.Va., to the Rev. James Dean Taylor and Ruth Kinney Taylor. He left school in the ninth grade to help his family by working. He was marriage 38 years to Elahanea Taylor. She survives him, as do four sons,Rick of Salem, Ore., Ty of Ukiah, Paul of Oroville and Mark of Berrycreek; a daughter, Lori Clark of Thermolito; half-sister, Alta Taylor of Barberton, Ohio; half-brother, Shelton Taylor of Ohio; 22 grandchildren; and one great-grandchild. Memorial services will be held 11 a.m. tomorrow at Paradise Chapel of the Pines, which handled the cremation. Inurnment will be private. Ernest Yeager Jr. 1/6/2001 Ernest C. Yeager Jr., a Magalia resident for seven years, worked as a truck driver for 30 years. He also loved traveling in his RV. Mr. Yeager died Dec. 23 at Olive Ridge in Oroville. He was 85. Mr. Yeager was born in Terra Haute, Ind., to Clarence and Olive Yeager. He served in the Merchant Marines. He was a life member of the Portland Elks BPOE 142. He is survived by a daughter, Judith Vicknell of Portland, Ore.; four brothers, Orville of Grisham, Ore., Donald and John of Portland, Ore., and David of Boeing, Ore.; three sisters, Fannie Wheatley of Grisham, Ore., Ruby Jonsson of Magalia and Juanita Myers of Fruitland, Idaho.; three grandchildren and three great grandchildren. No services are planned. He will be buried icon in Willamette National Cemetery in Portland, Ore. Rose Chapel Mortuary is handling the arrangements. Edna Turk 1/6/2001 Edna Murray Turk, a resident of Coos Bay, died Dec. 30 at age 93. The former Paradise resident will be interred in Paradise Cemetery. She was born in Winnfield, La., to Samuel Edward and Sarah Frances Bridges Perkens. Mrs. Turk was a member of the Seventh-day Adventist Church. Her first husband, Orlo Kirkpatrick, died before her, as did a son, Orville Kirkpatrick, a daughter, Evelyne Michael, and her second husband, Joe Turk, who died in January 1988. Her survivors, who all live in Coos Bay, are a son, Daniel Kirkpatrick; a grandson; and two great-grandchildren. A prayer gathering will be held Tuesday at 9 a.m. at Paradise Cemetery. Friends are invited. Rev. Russ Hagan will officiate. Arthur Diebolt 1/6/2001 Arthur Diebolt enjoyed racing pigeons and was a past member of the Pigeon Racing Club. Born in Strasbourg, France, he lived in Escondido and moved to Paradise 33 years ago. Mr. Diebolt worked as a pastry baker for 40 years and was last employed by Cushmans. He died at Feather River Hospital on Wednesday. He was 98. His parents were Alphonse and Salome Diebolt. He is survived by his wife, Maria, whom he marriage June 29, 1935; and his daughter, Lois LeBroke of Reno, Nev.; and three grandchildren. A service will be held 1 p.m. Monday at Paradise Cemetery. Rose Chapel Mortuary is handling the arrangements. Margaret Requarth 1/9/2001 Margaret Emma Requarth sang with the “Kitchen Klatterers,” a musical group that entertained at nursing homes and other functions. Her family said music was Mrs. Requarth’s life - she loved to sing. She died Dec. 29 at Feather River Hospital, where she retired as a nurse in 1978. The Paradise resident was 87. She was born in Monrovia to Kate and Earl Thomas. Her survivors include two daughters, Pat Moor of Paradise and Carole Simon of Evansville, Ind.; seven grandchildren; and 14 great-grandchildren. No services are planned. Donations may be made to the Butte Humane Society. Neptune Society of Northern California, Chico branch, is handling the arrangements. Teri Plank 1/9/2001 Teri Plank, a resident of Paradise for 30 years, volunteered at St. Thomas More School from 1978 to 1982 and then was hired as a Kindergarten aide and for yard duty at the school from 1982 to 2000. She was devoted to the children at St. Thomas More School. She belonged to Jubilee on the Ridge and was active in ministry of helps, altar ministry and intercessory prayer. With a friend, she began a morning prayer meeting at the church. She enjoyed Bible studies and prayer groups. Mrs. Plank died of natural causes Thursday in her home at age 54. In Los Angeles, she was born to Wayne and Doris Spearman. She graduated from Santa Fe High School and completed a year of college at the University of New Mexico. Mrs. Plank worked at Africa U.S.A. as a secretary. She also worked for Diamond Match Company and for the telephone company. In 1969, she marriage Joseph Plank in Las Vegas, Nev. He survives Mrs. Plank, as do three daughters, Casey Taylor and Lindsay Plank of Paradise and Jenny Plank of Sacramento; a sister, Trina LaVine of Arizona; and one grandson. A memorial service will be held 11 a.m. tomorrow at Jubilee on the Ridge. Paradise Chapel of the Pines is handling the arrangements. She will be privately inurned. Donations in her name can be directed to Jubilee on the Ridge. Lawrence Goldman, described by his family as a “free spirit,” died Sunday at University of California, Davis, Medical Center. The Paradise resident was 52. Lawrence Goldman 1/9/2001 Mr. Goldman was born in Los Angeles to Robert and Shirley Goldman. He last worked for Swift trucking Co. His survivors include a daughter, Teresa Barrera of Portland, Ore.; a sister, Cherille Shelp of Los Angeles; a brother, Bob Goldman of Washington, D.C.; two granddaughters; and nieces and nephews. Memorial services will be held 3 p.m. tomorrow at the Paradise Seventh-day Adventist Church Fellowship Hall. He will be privately inurned. Paradise Chapel of the Pines is handling the arrangements. Elsie Daichendt 1/9/2001 Elsie M. Hamilton Daichendt, 76, loved having long conversations with her close friends. She crocheted beautiful doll clothing. And she liked playing bingo. Mrs. Daichendt died Dec. 29 in Oroville, where she lived. A stepson from Paradise, Tom Gomez, survives her. She was born in Baltimore, Md., to Thomas and Ruth Hamilton. She used to help her husband on their large ranch. Her other survivors are stepsons, Steven and Eugene Gomez of Oroville; 10 grandchildren; and one great-grandchild. No services are planned. She will be privately inurned in Baltimore National Cemetery in Maryland by the grave of her husband, Walter Lanocha, who died in 1945. Paradise Chapel of the Pines is handling the arrangements. Leslie Bailey 1/9/2001 Leslie James Bailey was a prisoner of war in Japan while serving in the British military during World War II. Mr. Bailey, 82, died Saturday in Feather River Hospital. He moved to Paradise from San Diego 19 years ago. He was born in England to Douglass and Caroline Bailey. He graduated from college with a degree in aviation design. He designed airplanes for Boeing Aircraft Co. He enjoyed working on radios and electronics, reading and traveling. On May 9, 1966, in Paradise, he marriage Carolina Smith May, who survives him. Memorial services will be held 11 a.m. Thursday at St. Nicholas’ Episcopal Church. He will be privately inurned. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Nicholas’ Episcopal Church or in care of Paradise Chapel of the Pines, which is handling the arrangements. Burton Gilmore 1/9/2001 Burton W. Gilmore died in his Paradise home on Dec. 27 at age 88. He was born to Harry and Sarah Gilmore in Austin, Minn. In June 1933 he marriage Maxine Chambers in Pasadena. He owned and operated the Wholesale Produce Co. in Pasadena and Gilmore’s Fine Foods Market in Altadena for 28 years. After retirement, he moved to June Lake. For the next 15 years, he enjoyed fishing in the Sierras and in Oregon lakes. He also traveled most of the western United States and Canada. He spent a winter in England and Scotland. Mr. Gilmore served in the U.S. Navy during World War II and was a 56-year member of the Altadena American Legion. He was a past master of Altadena Masonic Lodge and a member of Pasadena Scottish Rite. After moving to Paradise in 1976, he became a member of Table Mountain Lodge No. 124. Several years ago, he was presented the Golden Veterans award for 50 years in Masonry. His survivors include his wife, Maxine; a son, Richard of Grants Pass, Ore.; two granddaughters; and four great-grandchildren. A son, Burton Gilmore Jr., preceded him in death. A family remembrance and inurnment are being planned. Chapel of the Pines is handling the arrangements. CleoJane Sunseri 1/11/2001 Departed 01/08/2001 from this earth. Born October 19, 1921, to Ema Leona and Leo John Costigan, in the town of Milpitas, California. Her family came from Ireland in the late 1500s into Santa Clara County with the Donner Party. Her family settled in Alviso and Gilroy, California. She was a member of The Native Daughters of California. CleoJane was widowed in March of 1985. With the death of her husband Dominic George Sunseri who comes from The Sunseri Family of Santa Clara County. Her siblings, (4) Roberta Fuguay of Sacramento, Phyllis Darner of Yreka, Ralph Scown of Milpitas (deceased) and Jack Costigan of Santa Clara. She is survived by her two children, her son, Frank Allan Sunseri and his wife Gloria, who now reside in Arab, Alabama. Her daughter, Leona Marie Sunseri who resides in Hollister, California. Grandchildren (6) Howard Amidon, Linda Tamburri, Theodore Amidon (deceased 1996), Russell Amidon, Lori Cabotage and Melissa Yeazel. Great Grandchildren (10) Rachel Dailey, Amanda Cabotage, Ashley Cabotage, Kaylie Amidon, Brigette Amidon, Garrett Amidon, Alexys Lee Fosbenner, Mallory Jane Overy, Karissa Dailey and Haylie Yeazel. After her husband’s death in 1985, CleoJane moved to Magalia. She had retired from Bank of America out of San Jose, she had held many positions including Past President of the American Institute of Banking (AIB). She attended St. Thomas More Catholic Church in Paradise and belonged to the Ladies Guild. She was involved with the Paradise Pines Womens Gold Club. She was a member of The Bonsai Club out of Chico. Also worked and volunteered her time with the Paradise Hospice since 1986. In June of 2000 she moved to Oak Knoll where she resided at time of her death. Visitation will be on Thursday, January 11, 2001 from 8am to 1pm at Rose Chapel Mortuary followed by a Funeral Shirley Ossa 1/11/2001 Shirley “Penny” Cotter Ossa, 81, served in the Women’s Army Corps in the U.S. Army during World War II. Before her retirement, she worked four years in public relations for Paradise Modular Concepts. Mrs. Ossa died Dec. 27 at Feather River Hospital. She had lived in Magalia since 1973. In San Francisco, she was born to William and Veronica Cotter. Mrs. Ossa was a member of the American Legion in San Francisco. She enjoyed art, ceramics and working in porcelain. She is survived by her husband, Henry Ossa; and a son, Raymond Ossa of Modesto. No services are planned. Cremation took place at Paradise Chapel of the Pines. She will be privately inurned. Donald Sibrian 1/11/2001 Donald L. Sibrian worked as a merchant seaman and later became an electrician with ILC Technology in Sunnyvale. He enjoyed fishing, playing with his grandchildren and watching the 49ers. Mr. Sibrian died Dec. 22 at a San Francisco hospital after a long illness. The Magalia resident was 62. He was born to Leslie and Mary Jane Sibrian in Oakland, where he was raised and educated. In 1988, he marriage Ellen Margaret “Marge” Garza. They moved to Magalia in 1995. Mr. Sibrian was a member of the Sailors Union of the Pacific. Besides his wife, Marge, he is survived by two stepdaughters, Jeri Blevins of Los Banos and Tami Earnhart of San Jose; two stepsons, Jack Stevens of Salida and Jerry Stevens of Livermore; seven grandchildren; and one great-grandchild. A memorial service will be announced at a later date. Newton-Bracewell of Magalia is in charge of the arrangements. Jennie Roberts 1/11/2001 Jennie L. Roberts worked as an office assistant for the California Department of Motor Vehicles, retiring in 1987. She was raised and educated in Paradise, where in 1945, she marriage Lewis Roberts. Mrs. Roberts died Sunday at a Visalia hospital. The Tulare resident was 75. She was born in Verdugo City. After her marriage, Mrs. Roberts moved to Orland and then Sacramento. The couple moved to Tulare in 1996. She was a member and a Past Worthy Matron of The Eastern Star Rainbow Lodge No. 385 of Sacramento. She was also active in Rainbow Girls. Her survivors include her husband, Lewis; two sons, Gene and Wade of Tulare; a daughter, LeeAnne Roberts of Silver Spring, Md.; a brother, William McCandliss of Chico; and seven grandchildren. A private memorial service will be held at a later date. Donations in her memory may be made to the American Diabetes Association, 55 Shaw Ave., Suite 116, Clovis, CA, 93612. Goble-Miller Funeral Chapel is handling the arrangements. Roberta Kuhl 1/11/2001 Roberta Kuhl, a Paradise resident, was active in community service, such as the Butte Valley Irrigation District in Eureka, as well as 20 years of service as unit president and district president in the Parent Teachers Association. She was instrumental in starting the utility system in the unincorporated limits of the city. And she was a member of the National Accredited Amateur Flower Show Judges through the national Council of State Garden Clubs. Mrs. Kuhl died Friday at a care home in Chico. She was 87. Born in Oroville to Harry and Winnifred Nelson, she attended schools in Macdoel and graduated from Dorris High School. She also attended University of California, Davis. In 1935, she marriage Fredrick Kuhl in Yreka. Mrs. Kuhl worked as a butcher in Macdoel. Surviving her are a daughter, Harriett Moore of Paradise; a son, William Kuhl of Los Alamos, N.M.; four grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren. A graveside funeral service will be held 2 p.m. Saturday in the Capay Cemetery in Esparto. Memorial contributions may be made to the Salvation Army in care of the Brusie Funeral Home, which is handling the arrangements. Shirley Kinney 1/11/2001 Shirley “Granny” M. Kinney had been a real estate agent before becoming an accounting clerk for the Port of Long Beach for about 20 years. She was a member of the Paradise Democratic Party, and she enjoyed traveling. Mrs. Kinney, an 83-year-old resident of Paradise, died Jan. 4 at a family member’s home in Chico. She was born in Greenville, Utah, to Loten and Elsie Kesler. Her survivors include two sons, Douglas Donegan of Concord and Dennis Donegan of Prescott, Ariz.; a sister, Bernice Beidelman of Torrance; three grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren. A private service will be held at a later date. Bidwell Chapel is handling the arrangements. Donations in her name may be made to KCHO Public Radio or KIXE Public Television in care of Bidwell Chapel. Clarice Brian 1/11/2001 Clarice Fredrica Brian moved to Paradise in 1971 from San Francisco, where she worked in various hospitals as a registered nurse for 46 years. Mrs. Brian died Dec. 28 in Paradise at age 95. She was born in Wisconsin to Benjamin and Anne Johnson. Her schooling included high school, two years in college and nursing college in San Francisco. She loved traveling with her husband, Edmund Brian, when he retired. He died July 8, 1981. Some nieces and nephews survive her. No services are planned. Cremation was at Paradise Chapel of the Pines, which is in charge of the arrangements. Contribution in her memory may be left for the Heart Fund or Cancer Fund in care of Paradise Chapel of the Pines. She will be privately inurned.