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: Elizabeth Larson; Posted On Saturday, 04 February 2023 02:38; 04 February 2023

Don Reynolds

Don Reynolds
1962-2023

Don Reynolds was born in Gilroy, California, to Chester and Neila Reynolds.

He passed away in January 2023.

He leaves behind his brother, Rick Reynolds.

A memorial service is planned for 11 a.m. on Saturday, Feb. 18, at Hartley Cemetery.

All who knew him are welcome to pay their respects and share their stories.

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

: Elizabeth Larson; Posted On Thursday, 02 February 2023 00:06; 02 February 2023

Azucena Garcia Gamiño

Azucena Garcia Gamiño, Nació el 2 de Diciembre del 1955 y dejo esta vida para estar al lado de dios el 24 de Enero del 2023 con 67 años.

Ella fue una excelente madre y esposa. Deja a su esposo, Jose Garcia Pantoja; sus hijos, Angel, Graciela, Maria Elena, Jose,Azucena, Marilu; 14 nietos y un bisnieto.

Por favor Acompáñenos el Lunes 6 de Febrero de 3-7 pm En el Chapel of the Lake Mortuary en Lakeport. Y al día siguiente 7 de Enero a las 12:30 pm en la iglesia St Marys Immaculate en Lakeport seguido por el pantion de Kelseyville.

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

: Elizabeth Larson; Posted On Saturday, 28 January 2023 22:58; 28 January 2023

Dean Sleeper

Dean Sleeper
Born Feb. 13, 1927
Deceased Jan. 17, 2023

LAKE COUNTY, Calif. — Dean Sleeper passed away peacefully with his dog at his side, at his homestead, where his father and grandfather lived before him, and where he spent most of his 96 years.

Dean attended schools in Upper Lake, California, then joined the Merchant Marines during World War II when he was a senior.

He traveled around the Pacific on multiple fuel ships, then upon his discharge, he returned to Upper Lake to graduate high school.

He married his high school sweetheart, Pasty Peck, and they settled in Upper Lake to raise a family and support his parents on their family ranch on Middle Creek Road.

Dean was active in the community in his younger years with the volunteer fire department, as well as being on the board. He was also a successful walnut producer and operated his own walnut dehydrator, which was a full family operation.

Besides being a farmer, Dean loved truck driving and worked driving a milk truck for 16 years, then construction trucks, up to his retirement around 1982.

He was also an avid stock car race fan, and was seen often by the locals at the race tracks.

After his retirement, he and Patsy enjoyed traveling to visit kids and grandchildren, as well as their excursions in their motorhome, until poor health curtailed their trips.

Dean is predeceased by his spouse of 50-plus years, Patsy, and leaves behind his four children, eight grandchildren, five great-grandchildren and four great-great-grandchildren, and his dog Gracie.

He was proud to have four generations there with him during his last trip to the races. He will be missed by all.

His wishes were to have no services, which we will abide by. He said he had “outlived his pallbearers” and most of his friends, so he was just the last one to leave.

: Elizabeth Larson; Posted On Friday, 03 February 2023 02:53; 03 February 2023

Robert Viramontes

LAKE COUNTY, Calif. — Robert William Viramontes, a senior maintenance worker with the city of Clearlake and long-time resident in Lower Lake, California, died unexpectedly on Jan. 13, 2023, at the age of 51.

Robert is survived by his wife, Tina Viramontes; his children, Adam, Jessica, Jacob, Catherine, Christopher, Robert, Nathaniel, Zachary and Xavier; his grandchildren, Liliana and Joshua; and his mother, Toni Ann Pelot.

Robert was born on Feb. 23, 1971, in Martinez, California. He graduated from Armijo High School in Fairfield, California. In September of 2010, Robert and his wife moved to Lake County.

Robert was a devoted father and dedicated employee. He loved boating, fishing, listening to his music in the car or at the dog park with his dogs. It was his mission to make everyone around him laugh and his smile was larger than life. Robert will be deeply missed by his friends, family, and all who knew him.

A “celebration of life” for Robert will be held on March 4, 2023, at the Clearlake Senior Community Center located at 3245 Bowers Ave. in Clearlake from noon to 4 p.m.

In lieu of flowers, donations or money, please consider making a donation on behalf of Robert to the American Diabetes Association.

: Elizabeth Larson; Posted On Wednesday, 01 February 2023 00:34; 01 February 2023

Gail Francke

Gail Pickrell Scott Francke was born in Fort Bragg, California, on Oct 12, 1938.

She grew up in Santa Rosa, California and graduated from Santa Rosa High School in 1956.

She enjoyed being in a sorority, bowling, square dancing, selling Copperware, coaching her daughter’s softball team, being a proud baseball mom to her sons, and also taking cruises and mini vacations.

Gail found a great companion and kindred spirit in Donald Francke, they were married for 13 wonderful years.

They moved to the Roseburg, Oregon, area in 2009 and she enjoyed making their home a treasure.

Gail was Don’s “solid post” in all things. She was devoted to her Christian faith and loved the Lord in all she did.

Gail is survived by her husband Donald; daughter, Pam Whitehead (Ron); granddaughters, Tara Maples (Nick) and Traci Hoke; great-granddaughters, Ashley and Sierra Maples; and great-grandson, Christopher Hoke.

She also leaves a son, Donald (Diane); and grandsons, Phillip (Hillary) and Ethan (Marla); as well as her son, Derek (Tammy); grandson, Derek (DJ) (Stephanie); great-grandson, Greyson with another great grandson due in February; grandsons, Marcus and Morgen.

Gail was excited to know that she was going to have a great-granddaughter Anora in March.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Glenn and Hilda Pickrell; sister, Glenise Mallory; and brothers, Gary and Gene Pickrell.

She loved the scripture in Ephesians 5:2, “and walk in the way of love, just as Christ loved us and gave himself up for us as a fragrant offering and sacrifice to God.”

There will be no formal services, but the family wants you to share memories that you have of her knowing she IS in the arms of Our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, Amen.

Cremation rites have been held. Arrangements under the care of Umpqua Valley Funeral Directors, telephone 541-537-9300.

: Elizabeth Larson; Posted On Saturday, 28 January 2023 02:02; 28 January 2023

Richard Anthony Gonzales

Richard Anthony Gonzales was born on May 20,1959, in Glendora, California to Francis Partida.

At that time in Francis' life she was sadly unable to keep Richard due to her own difficult circumstances, having just migrated here recently with three children already.

Enter Raymond and Martha Gonzales, a couple with such generous hearts they would take in not only Richard at a time in their life at which they were almost done raising their own three children, they also adopted a little girl that would go on to be Richard's sister and lifelong friend.

Richard was raised in a firm household but also one filled with love and kindness, so although his wildstreak got him into trouble at times Richard always strived to make his father proud. He was such a lively personality, always making wise cracks and telling jokes to brighten anyone and everyone's moods.

In his early teens Richard met Amelia, the only woman he would ever marry in his life, and they went on to have two daughters, Sarah and Amanda.

Richard struggled in life for a bit as people do, but he found his joy in painting and he was very proficient at painting commercial and residential buildings.

Painting was Richard's trade and he was so proud of his work he would be glad to show you any of the many buildings or homes he painted all up and down California.

In 2003 Richard decided to move to Lake County, California, to be more of a part of his grandchildren's lives, as Richard's favorite part of life was spending time with his family, his children, grandchildren, and eventually his great grandson.

In 2004 in a search for her own birth father, Richard's sister, Michelle found Richard's birth family, and a new adventure began for him. Richard made time to travel and visit with his new found family and built bonds that would last for the rest of his life.

Richard survived two bouts of cancer, however he ultimately succumbed to the last cancer that was simply too aggressive to fight.

Richard lost his fight with cancer and finally laid to rest on Nov. 19, 2022, surrounded by family who loved and cherished him.

He is predeceased by his mother, Francis Partida; father and mother, Raymond and Martha Gonzales; and sister, Michelle Garcia.

He is survived by his daughters, Sarah Vinson, (husband, Robert) and Amanda Greene, (husband, Mike); grandchildren, Angelena, Raymond, Gabriel, Adrianna, Mikey, Karma, Charlie, Manny, and Amelia; great grandson, Robert; as well as the entire Partida, Gonzales and Rojas families to whom he was not only a son, but a brother, an uncle (Tio), and a great uncle.

Rest in Paradise Pop, until we meet in death, we love you always.

A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, Feb. 11, at the Nice Event Center, 2817 East Highway 20, at 4 p.m.

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

Obits

Don Reynolds

Azucena Garcia Gamiño

Dean Sleeper

Robert Viramontes

Gail Francke

Richard Anthony Gonzales

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