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Obits

: Elizabeth Larson; Posted On Thursday, 31 August 2023 00:43; 31 August 2023

Anna Ford

Anna Faye Ford
Feb. 8, 1945 - Aug. 24, 2023

LAKEPORT, Calif. — Anna passed away at home in Lakeport at the age of 78.

Anna was full of life and enjoyed spending time with her family.

In her younger years she was a successful manicurist and later became a property manager; her last position was ranch manager which she loved most of all.

She is survived by her daughter, Tammy Lemoine of Lakeport; son, Brian Moomey of Missouri; nine grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; and her siblings (in Missouri) Ronald Ford, Kaye Mathis and Judy Brocksmith.

She is preceded in death by her son, Shawn Moomey; brothers, Tom and Edward Ford; and sister, Eula Jones.

: Elizabeth Larson; Posted On Friday, 25 August 2023 00:51; 25 August 2023

Barbara Sowash

Barbara Sowash
Nov. 21, 1964 — Aug. 1, 2023

LAKE COUNTY, Calif. — Barbara Sowash left this life on Aug. 1, 2023, due to heart and other health issues.

She was predeceased by her son, Stanley Flett, who passed in July of 2022.

She is survived by her siblings, Steven Sowash, Theresa Hart, Rose Sowash, Richard Sowash and Stella Winckler; her “significant other,” Matthew Ray; and many others.

Barbara was very outgoing, treating even strangers as friends.

Tragically, when her son died, it took a lot of the light out of her.

She spent most of her life in Rohnert Park. About 15 years ago, she moved to Lake County, where she continued work as a well-loved caregiver.

She was one of a kind and will be missed by many.

Contact her family for gathering information on Sept. 16, 2023.

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

: Elizabeth Larson; Posted On Thursday, 17 August 2023 01:22; 17 August 2023

Albert McDaniels

Albert Robert “Bob" McDaniels
1930 - 2023

LAKE COUNTY, Calif. — Bob leaves behind his loving wife of 64 years, Christine, and his niece, Michelle (Steve) Gallant along with many other family members and friends.

Memorial service will be held on Monday, August 21, at 10:30 a.m. at the Lake County Bible Fellowship Church on Forbes Street in Lakeport.

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

: Elizabeth Larson; Posted On Monday, 28 August 2023 01:14; 28 August 2023

Erin Snider

LAKE COUNTY, Calif. — Erin was born March 1, 1965, to Margaret and Duane Snider. He passed away peacefully on Aug. 21, 2023, in Santa Rosa with Laura, Jay and Kim by his side.

Erin was an avid motocross rider until his freak accident in 1991. He maintained a positive attitude throughout the years.

Erin is predeceased by his longterm girlfriend, Debbie Riedmuller Hill. He is survived by four siblings, Jay, Scott, Lauren, and Laura, and many nieces and nephews.

Services will be held on Thursday, Sept. 7. Visitation will take place from 9 to 10:30 a.m. at Chapel of the Lakes Mortuary with graveside service to follow at 11:30 a.m. at the Kelseyville Cemetery.

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

: Elizabeth Larson; Posted On Thursday, 24 August 2023 00:04; 24 August 2023

Mary-Ellen Martin

LAKE COUNTY, Calif. — The family of Mary-Ellen Martin is saddened to report her passing on July 11, 2023.

Mary-Ellen was born in Hartford, Connecticut on Dec. 6, 1935, to Leonard Dugmore and Florence Anderson; her brother, Richard Dugmore, preceded her in passing.

Mary-Ellen is survived by her husband of 52 years, Chuck Martin of Clearlake Oaks, California; daughter, Kimberly Rapin and her husband, Phil of Redding, California; son, Stephen Reilley and his wife, Joy of Payette, Idaho; daughter, Cristene Fairbanks and her husband, David of Jacksonville, Oregon; stepson, Richard Martin and his wife, Nancy of Joshua Tree, California; 12 grandchildren; and 11 great-grandchildren scattered from Germany to Florida and clear to the West Coast.

Mary-Ellen and Chuck moved to Clearlake Oaks in 1992 after Chuck retired from his career with the Department of Defense.

After building their dream home in the Clearlake Oaks Keys they spent 32 years of an active retirement.

They traveled by motor home and travel trailers, fished for bass from their boat docked by their back door, and really enjoyed the fruits of their combined labor down in Southern California.

Chuck is a classic car aficionado and has built multiple award-winning cars; the epitome of his effort was his 1967 Mustang convertible which has won several best of show awards in the 25 plus years it was entered into competition.

Mary-Ellen and Chuck traveled extensively on the show circuit and shared many memorable experiences with some really enjoyable friends and characters with the same interests.

Mary-Ellen will be dearly missed but will be long remembered for her smile and warm loving personality.

The family is planning a gathering at a date to be determined.

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

: Elizabeth Larson; Posted On Tuesday, 15 August 2023 02:34; 15 August 2023

Gloria Ann Walker

Gloria Ann Walker
1956 - 2023

LAKEPORT, Calif. — Gloria Ann Walker passed away on July 20, 2023, in Lakeport, California, at 67, after a two-year courageous battle with lung cancer.

She was born on June 8, 1956, to Erhardt and Ann Kreisel in Richmond, California.

She was raised in Rodeo, California, and attended Catholic School until the eighth grade. She moved on to John Swett High School, where she set many records in track, and while on summer vacations in Lake County, she won many swimming competitions at Konocti Harbor Inn.

She then moved with her family to Kelseyville, California, and graduated from Natural High School in Lakeport, California.

She attended the Ukiah School of Cosmetology and became a beautician. She had many occupations throughout her lifetime; she worked for the U.S. Forest Service, cook, caretaker, bartender, United States Postal Service and a parts delivery driver.

Gloria loved to cook for her family, especially for the holidays; she was a phenomenal seamstress and loved to garden.

Gloria was very outgoing, could make friends anywhere she went, and had a huge heart, and would help in any way she could.

Gloria is survived by her three children, whom she loved very much, Richard (Karen) Knight, Brian (Natalie) Knight and Brittani (Jesse Merritt) Walker; her grandchildren, Jaden Knight, Kaylob Knight, Ashlynne Knight and Kodi Merritt; great-grandchild, Nolan Knight; and sister, Joyce Burns. She spent 37 years married to the love of her life, Bryan Walker. Gloria had many other nieces, nephews and friends.

Gloria wished to spend eternity in the ocean, so her children will spread her ashes and say their final goodbyes at a later date.

Goodbye is not forever. Goodbye is not the end. It simply means I'll miss you until we meet again.

Obits

Anna Ford

Barbara Sowash

Albert McDaniels

Erin Snider

Mary-Ellen Martin

Gloria Ann Walker

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