Jeffrey Francis Wilder II was born on Dec. 15, 1988, in Clearlake, Calif.

Jeff was taken tragically while working on the job in Victoria, Texas, on Monday, Aug. 12, 2013.  

Jeff worked his dream job as a lineman since graduating in 2009 from the Northwest Lineman’s College.  

Working in this field provided Jeff the opportunity to pursue his passion, as well as explore new parts of the country, and give back to those who were suffering loss in times of natural disaster.  

Those who knew him understand that giving back came naturally to Jeff.  One would never come in contact with him without seeing his beaming smile or receiving one of his unforgettable hugs.  

Jeff was much like any other 24-year-old and enjoyed indulging in video games, eating bacon cheeseburgers with extra bacon, and watching Giants baseball with a cold beer.  

There was nothing he loved and looked forward to more than coming home to the mountains, oceans and lakes of California.  

Jeff squeezed every moment out of life, and never missed an opportunity to express his love to his family and friends.  

Jeff leaves behind his heartbroken family: dad, Jeff; mom, Cathy; adoring sisters, Kate and Ronnie; brother, Bobby; best friends, Chris and Wyland; loving girlfriend, Jenny; aunts and uncles, Kelley and Bert, Billy and Kristi, Jody and Art, Ginny and Lee, Patti, Linda, Terrie and Kenny, Buddy and Connie; and grandmother, Jeri.

The Jeffrey Wilder Memorial Scholarship Fund will be established through the Northwest Lineman College in Denton, Texas. Those interested in contributing may please contact Lewis Rhoden at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .  

Please join the family for a funeral Mass at 11 a.m. Friday, Aug. 23, at Queen of Peace Catholic Church, 14435 Uhl Ave., Clearlake.

Immediately following Mass there will be a celebration of Jeff’s life at the Masonic Lodge No. 183, 7100 S. Center Drive in Clearlake.

Michael Reid Thompson passed away on Aug. 1, 2013.

He was born June 4, 1948, in Oakland, Calif., to Warren and Candace Thompson.

He is survived by the love of his life, Sandi Thompson, and his sons, James Thompson and Tony Orozco, plus his godson Robert Orozco.

He also leaves behind his brother, Steve Thompson (Barbara); sisters, Kris Edgmon (Kevin), and Beth Balentine (Mike); and sister-in-law Fern Miller, as well as numerous nieces and nephews.

His parents moved from Oakland to Lake County, Calif., when he was just 5 years old.

Mike graduated from Clear Lake High School in 1966 then went to Napa Junior College. He then went on to Denver University in Colorado where he received his degree in sports medicine as well as a teaching certificate.

While in Denver he was a trainer for the Denver Nuggets basketball team as well as for the semi-pro Colts Football team and an assistant trainer for the Denver Broncos. He also was a trainer for the Australian tennis pro Rod Laver.

After returning to Lake County he worked for the county of Lake for 30 plus years where he met his
future wife Sandi in 1979.

His family is very proud to say that Mike was a man of many accomplishments.

Following his father's footsteps, he founded the first youth football program in Lake County known then as the Westshore Packers. His father, Warren Thompson, had created the first farm baseball league in Lakeport. Also during that time he was the assistant football coach for Clear Lake High School.

If not busy enough, in the early 1980s he was instrumental in founding the league Lake County Adult Softball Association (LCASA), which is still going strong today.

The 1990s brought him a two-time Senior Amateur Golf Championship in Lake County, as well as coaching the Clear Lake High School golf team.

In 2003 he was the founder of the Corvettes of Lake County, which has brought much joy to many.

Mike's biggest passions were his family, friends, the community and golf. He was known for his
inspiration as a mentor to youths, strong heart, being full of life and touching numerous hearts for the
better.

Unbeknownst to many, Mike had a beautiful singing voice which his family had the pleasure of
hearing every Christmas. We will miss his boisterous laugh and bear hugs.

A celebration of life will be held at the Lakeside County Park Field A at 2 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 17.

In lieu of flowers please send any donations to the Clear Lake High School Athletics Department.

Please share your memories by signing the guest book at www.jonesmortuary.com .

Our beloved father, David Silva, passed peacefully Saturday, Aug. 10, 2013. He was 85.

Survived by his children, Kathleen (Randy), David (Kamala), Deborah (Tim), Denise (Steve), Steven (Michelle) and Suzanne; 13 grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren; brothers and sisters, Carl, Ben, Eve, Gloria and Ann; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Arrangements by Chapel of the Lakes Mortuary, Lakeport, Calif.

Charles “Chuck” Nieman passed peacefully Aug. 18, 2013, at the age of 75.

He served in the United States Air Force from 1956 to 1960 and was also the Past Exalted Ruler at the Lakeport Elk's Lodge and contributed generously to the community.

Chuck is survived by his cousins, Rich Nieman, Gail Scheutze, John Nieman, and Fred and Tom Strauss.

Visitation will be at Chapel of the Lakes Mortuary from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 22, with funeral services at 11 a.m. Friday Aug. 23.

The Nieman family prefers donations be made to the Lakeport Elk's Lodge, 3775 Lakeshore Blvd., Lakeport, CA 95453.

For further information contact Chapel of the Lakes Mortuary at 707-263-0357 or 707-994-5611, or visit www.chapelofthelakes.com .

Daniel Lua was born Jan. 16, 1991. He went to rest on Aug. 10, 2013.

Born and raised in Lake County, Calif., he leaves behind his mom, Leticia Monreal; dad, Carlos Lua; sister, Carla Lua; nephew, Braylen Scott; stepdad, Vincent Monreal; and many many friends who will forever miss him.

He was such a gentle, kindhearted kid. His ear-to-ear smile and sweet spirit will be with us all forever.

Daniel was loved by so many, who will carry sweet memories of him forever in their hearts.

Memorial services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 17, at the Grace Church, 6716 Live Oak Drive, Kelseyville.

Cliff Mathews, a resident of Clearlake Oaks, Calif., died July 31, 2013, at the age of 87 after a long illness.

He was born and raised in Pasadena, Calif.

Cliff joined the US Navy in 1943 at the age of 17 and served as an aerial gunner on aircraft carrier-based torpedo bombers engaged in search and destroy missions against German submarines.  

In 1944 his plane was shot down over the North Atlantic, making him a member of an exclusive World War II organization called the Goldfish Club. Although suffering a head injury, he was rescued by a US destroyer and later flew more missions.  

After the war he returned to California and worked for many more years for AT&T, retiring in 1982 as an electrical engineer based in San Francisco.

Following his retirement he relocated to Clearlake Oaks with his wife Rosemary, who preceded him in death in 2008.

Cliff is survived by his three sons from his first marriage, Dan, Ron, and Tom; his son, Cort, and daughter, Cathy, from his marriage to Rosemary; six grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.

A family gathering will be held at a later date.

For further information call Chapel of the Lakes Mortuary at 707-263-0357 or 707-994-5611, or visit www.chapelofthelakes.com .