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: Elizabeth Larson; Posted On Saturday, 29 December 2018 01:00; 29 December 2018

Judith Hill

Judith Elaine Hill
Nov. 14, 1944 – Dec. 15, 2018

LAKE COUNTY, Calif. – Judy was born in Pasadena, California, and grew up in the small town of Wrightwood near Victorville.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Judd and Louise Dibble; and her daughter, Jill Louise Mainer.

She is survived by her son, John Mainer; her brother, James Dibble; grandsons, David and Darron Howard; and her loving husband, Timothy Hill.

Memorial service at Chapel of the Lakes Mortuary in Lakeport on Jan. 19 at 10 a.m.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Judy's memory can be made to: SPCA, 8025 South Highway 29, Kelseyville, CA 95451.

Arrangements by Chapel of the Lakes Mortuary, 707-263-0357 or 707-994-5611, or visit www.chapelofthelakes.com.

: Elizabeth Larson; Posted On Friday, 28 December 2018 01:14; 28 December 2018

Treva Ryan

LAKEPORT, Calif. – Treva L. (Stahlheber) Ryan, born April 17, 1926, in Hamilton, Ohio, passed away at 92 on Dec. 14, 2018, in Lakeport, Calif.

Treva worked in Washington D.C. at the Pentagon for two years before moving back to her hometown of Hamilton, Ohio to work at the Anthony Wayne Hotel. There, she married Marlowe Ryan in 1949 and had two daughters.

They moved to San Jose, CA in 1961, where for 30 years she worked for Keystone Coffee.

In 1993 Treva and Marlowe moved to Nice, Calif., for their retirement where Treva volunteered at the Lucerne Senior Center, Nice Fireman’s Auxiliary and as a board member for the Nice Water Co. for many years. She also worked tirelessly for her church, First Lutheran Church in Lucerne. With all this volunteer work, she was named Lake County Stars Senior Volunteer in the year 2009.

She has been preceded in death by her parents, Edwin and Luella Stahlheber; brothers, Kenneth and Myron Stahlherber; husband, Marlowe Ryan; sons-in-law, Daniel and Bernard Schaefers; granddaughter-in-law Melanie Ballard; and great-granddaughter Charlotte Schaefers.

She leaves behind two daughters, Marlene and Barbara Schaefers; grandchildren, Scott, Stacey, Eric (Gina), Marcella (Phil), Cory (Kara), Kathy and Ryan (Jennifer); 10 great-grandchildren, Morgan, Josh, Christel, Emily, Brandon, Aimee, Daniel, Addison, Jimmy and Connor; and many nieces and nephews.

Treva’s service will be Friday, Dec. 28, at First Lutheran Church, 3863 Country Club Drive in Lucerne at 11 a.m.

Her final resting place will be San Joaquin Valley National Cemetery in Gustine, Calif., along with her husband Marlowe Ryan.

Please send any donations to First Lutheran Church at 3863 Country Club Drive, P.O. Box 458, Lucerne CA, 95458.

Care and service entrusted to Jones Mortuary FD 311, www.jonesmortarylakeport.com, 707-263-5389.

: Elizabeth Larson; Posted On Thursday, 27 December 2018 02:24; 27 December 2018

Robert Benkelman

Benk says, “C U L8R BYE!”

LAKEPORT, Calif. – Robert Jon “Bob” Benkelman, 78, of Lakeport, joined his father John in Heaven on Dec. 21, 2018, after three years of battling melanoma cancer.

Bob is survived by his wife of 55 years, Nancy; mother, June Benkelman; brother, Ronald (Ruth) Benkelman; children, Kristen (Roger) Nutter and Michelle Green; grandkids, Devry (Sanjeev) Nutter, Troy Nutter and Madison Green; and adopted kids, Vivian, Katia, Katiuscia, Dan and Phil.

Many others considered him family because he always made time for them, winning life-long friends with his infectious smile and great stories.

Bob’s story starts in San Jose, Calif., in 1940, the eldest of two boys he grew up in the same town and graduated college from San Jose State University in 1963 with a master’s degree in music. He was state champion archer and played trumpet in the marching band and symphony.

Although Bob and Nancy thought they met by accident it was really Bob’s grandmother, Effie, who staged their introduction. They were married in 1963 and had two girls.

While in San Jose they spent free time boating and camping in their VW bus. Bob loved water skiing, backpacking, hiking and seeing the United States.

Bob’s career gave him a chance to travel the world. He started as a music teacher for 11 years; he loved teaching others to play. Later, he moved to New York and worked as an international salesman, promoting many talented artists such as The Beatles, The Carpenters and Styx for Hansen Inc. and A&M Records.

His Facebook says: ”How lucky I’ve been (and still be) able to play my trumpet anytime/anywhere/any style and be well received and appreciated!”

In 1981 Bob retired from the music business and moved to Lakeport. There, he established several businesses, specifically Lee’s Vending and California Coffee Co.

Well established in the community, Bob and Nancy created a beautiful home and gardens where they hosted many parties. His 36 years in Lakeport were some of his happiest. They were filled with friendship, projects and trips to Maui. Benk could be seen at the Saturday night races, the annual Lakeside Hot Car and Boat show and the United Christian Parish.

He loved good wine, “loud” boats and “way fast” cars. He was proud of his many boat show awards.

Bob’s family and friends were blessed with many funny stories and cards that had personal messages about how proud he was of them and loved them.

Also missed will be his great hugs and help that he gave to all he knew. His last effort to help was to participate in the cancer-fighting Keytruda clinical trial at Stanford.

A special thanks goes to staff at Stanford, Sutter Care at Home, Hospice of Lake County and Chapel of the Lakes for their wonderful service.

Bob wished to be remembered as you last saw him. Please celebrate Benk’s wonderful life in a personal message to Nancy, either in a card, on Bob’s Facebook, or email to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

In lieu of flowers drink a really great glass of wine with someone important to you and give a toast to Bob. Or please send a donation “from Benk” to the Lakeside Hot Car and Boat Show, 371 Lakeport Blvd. No. 324; Lakeport, CA 95453, www.curbside.tv/lakeboatshow. One hundred percent of car show proceeds go to Operation Tango Mike, an in-service military support program.

: Elizabeth Larson; Posted On Saturday, 29 December 2018 00:58; 29 December 2018

Bobby James Young

Bobby James Young, 58, died Dec. 13, 2018, at Adventist Health in St. Helena, Calif. Following a sudden diagnosis of lung cancer, he remained courageous and hopeful but could not survive after his second chemo treatment, and passed with his life-time partner, Gloria Fong, remaining by his side during his final hours.

Born in Plattsburg, New York, he lived in New York and Delaware during his father’s military service, moved to Fairfield, Calif., after his father’s retirement from service, and lived in Clearlake Oaks, Calif., the past eight years.

He spent the last two years working as a millwright in Florida and Nevada. He worked as a rigger and iron worker in Pennsylvania, North Dakota, Illinois, Louisiana and Minnesota.

He enjoyed cooking, especially preparing meals with Gloria. He was a loyal, caring and devoted companion, son, brother and friend.

Bobby is also survived by his parents, James and Barbara Young of Clearlake Oaks; brother, Jeff of Clearlake Oaks; and sister, Kimberlyn of Fairfield. He was preceded in death by his brother, Barry of Vacaville.

A celebration of Bobby’s life will be held at Chapel of the Lakes Mortuary on Saturday, Jan. 12, at 1 p.m.

Donations in Bobby’s memory can be made to Martin-O’Neil Cancer Center, 10 Woodland Road, St. Helena, CA 94574.

Arrangements by Chapel of the Lakes Mortuary, 707-263-0357 or 707-994-5611, or visit www.chapelofthelakes.com.

: Elizabeth Larson; Posted On Friday, 28 December 2018 01:13; 28 December 2018

Ronald Krenz

LAKE COUNTY, Calif. – It is with great sadness to announce the passing of Ronald Eric Krenz on Sunday, Dec 9, 2018.

Ron will be greatly missed by his brother, Willy; sister-in-law, Barbara; nieces, Debbie and Lisa; and nephew, David.

Goodbye, Ron, may you always rest in peace … Amen

: Elizabeth Larson; Posted On Friday, 21 December 2018 23:41; 21 December 2018

Harold Ogulin

LAKE COUNTY, Calif. – On Nov. 23, 2018, Harold Edward Ogulin wistfully departed from our lives here in Lake County when he was called home to tend the “Big Ranch” in the sky.

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