CLEARLAKE, Calif. – Denise Lori (Douthat) Cron, 61, of Clearlake, passed away on April 22, 2019, in Clearlake.

Memorial services will be held on Friday, May 3, from 2 to 5 p.m. at Jones and Lewis Clear Lake Memorial Chapel, 16140 Main St., Lower Lake, with Pastor Mike West of Vallejo Bible Church officiating. Reception to follow.

Denise was born in Redwood City, California, to Walter and Angie Douthat.

She was married to Jimmy L. Cron in 1993.

Denise chose a career in the medical field, working as a CNA and a medical assistant, which suited her desire to help others.

She enjoyed working in her garden, and everyone loved her cooking. She treasured every opportunity to prepare large dishes for her family and friends.

Denise had a strong passion to rescuing animals, and adopting dozens of cats and Chihuahuas over the years.

Denise is preceded in death by her father, Walter Douthat, and brother, David Douthat.

She is survived by her mother, Angie Douthat; husband, Jimmy Cron of Clearlake; sons, Steven (Renee) Shogren and Michael Shogren; step-daughter, Brani (Ray) Lontayo; brother, Walter (Elaine) Douthat Jr.; sisters, Deborah (Bob) Voss, Diana (Ray) Moreno and Donna Villanueva; grandchildren, Jasmine, Steven Jr., Faith, Halie, Anastasia and Rocky Jr.; and several nieces and nephews.