Thursday, 19 September 2024

Obits

Correctional Officer Ronnie “Ron” Warren. Photo courtesy of the Lake County Sheriff’s Office.

LAKE COUNTY, Calif. – It is with great sadness that the Lake County Sheriff’s Office announces the death of Correctional Officer Ronnie “Ron” Daniel Warren.

He was found unresponsive by his adult son during the early morning hours of Sept. 19, 2019, at his residence in Lake County.

Lifesaving efforts were unsuccessful and he was regrettably pronounced deceased by deputy sheriffs on scene.

Officer Warren was 55 years of age.

Officer Warren was born in Madera, California. He spent the majority of his adolescence in Madera County, California, and graduated from Madera High School.

Warren was employed in the field of private security and worked his way to operations manager before relocating to Lake County in 1991.

He was hired by the Lake County Sheriff’s Office as a correctional officer on Sept. 9, 1991. He took an approved leave of absence in October of 2003 to pursue a brief career with the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation before returning to the sheriff’s office in January of 2004.

During Officer Warren’s 28-year career with the sheriff’s office, he was continually referred to by supervisors as a hard worker, firm but fair and continually exceeding performance standards. Supervisors praised Officer Warren for treating the inmates in which he supervised with dignity, compassion and respect.

Officer Warren worked in many different assignments, some of which included classification officer, transportation officer, sheriff’s parole program manager and officer in charge in the absence of a supervisor. His most recent assignment was inmate services officer at the Alternative Work Program Building in Lakeport.

He was well respected amongst his peers, supervisors and friends. He was described as keeping his private life to himself, but those close to him described him as a genuinely kind person.

Officer Warren is survived by his beloved adult sons, Tyler and Trevor.

Denise Fred. Courtesy photo.

Denise Justina Fred
‘Niecy Girl’

LAKE COUNTY, Calif. – Denise was born April 7, 1986, at Enloe Hospital in Chico, California, to Troy Jonathan Fred and Marjorie A. Wilson.

She was raised by her grandparents, Dell and Phyllis Wilson, while her mother went to school and work.

Denise is survived by her father, Troy (Priscilla) Fred of Elk Creek, California; her mother, Marjorie (William) Wilson of Elk Creek; daughter, Maryann of Montana; grandparents, Richard and JoJo Gomez and Marston John Sr.; siblings, Lyle, Valorie, Jen and Katie; aunts, Mary (Ron) Kirk, Candace (Chris) Nash, Trina Gomez, Kim Mitchell and Lisa Fred; uncles, Leo and Doyle Fred; Godparents Alwood and Lysa Smith; and many cousins who she considered brothers and sisters.

Denise was a San Francisco Giants and 49er’s fan. She loved to eat and to have family dinners and dance with her great grandfather Wallace’s outfit. She traveled to many places, she was Nomlacki-Pomo and a tribal member of Big Valley.

Traditional Native American visitation will start at Big Valley Gymnasium on Saturday, Sept. 21, at 10 a.m. with a graveside funeral service to be held at St. Mary’s Cemetery on Tuesday, Sept. 24, at 1 p.m.

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

Delfa Grigg. Courtesy photo.

Delfa Fay Grigg
July 13, 1926 – Aug. 30, 2019

LAKE COUNTY, Calif. – Our Mother, Delfa, 93, passed away due to complications from a fall. Her daughter, Tana, was at her side and holding her hand when she passed.

Mom was a twin (sister Delma Montoure) born in Jacksonville, Oregon. For most of her childhood, Mom lived in Oregon, moving to Vallejo, California, during her high school years, graduating with honors.

Mom met our Dad, Forrest “Fo” Grigg, during those high school years and they were married on March 28, 1945.

Delfa worked as a secretary at the Naval Hospital in Vallejo during the war years and in 1963 she began her career as a secretary at the Vallejo Unified School District. When she retired she was the executive secretary to the superintendent, a job that she was very proud of and enjoyed for many years.

Delfa and Fo retired to Lake County and their dream home on Pirates Cove in Clearlake Park. Dad passed away in 1990 and soon after Mom moved to Del Lago in Lakeport, where she served on the board of the homeowners association.

Mom was a member of the Lakeport Women’s Civic Club and the Lake County Arts Council. Mom began her painting career after she retired and went on to win many ribbons over the years at the Lake County Fair. Her work was also displayed at the Lake County Courthouse in Lakeport.

Delfa enjoyed travel, oil painting, golf, water skiing, walking, reading and camping, just to name a few. She took flying lessons at the age of 68, fulfilling a life-long dream.

Delfa was predeceased by her husband, Forrest; twin sister, Delma; and brother-in-law, Del.

She is survived by her daughter, Tana; son, Garry; daughter-in-law, Doreen; and grandson, Sean (Angel).

Our family is so grateful to Hospice Services of Willits, California and Mountain View Assisted Living and Memory Care, in Ukiah, California, for all their loving assistance during a very difficult time.

There will be a celebration of her life (lunch) on Oct. 5 from noon to 2 p.m. at the Del Lago Cabana, 100 Via Del Lago, Lakeport, California. Please join us.

In lieu of flowers contributions can be made to the Alzheimer's Association at https://alz.org or the American Macular Degeneration Foundation, www.macular.org/how-donate.

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

Theresa Bray-Rosasco. Courtesy photo.

Theresa Bray-Rosasco

Oct. 5, 1964 – Sept. 8, 2019

LAKE COUNTY, Calif. – Theresa Bray-Rosasco was a very loving, caring mother, grandmother, partner and friend to many.

She will be deeply missed by all she met along the way. Gone to soon, but rejoice in the times we had with her. Remember the love she had, her happiness, her smile and her power. She
was an amazing woman and will forever hold a place in our hearts.

I love you Mom … Rest in Peace ...

A celebration of life will be held at Redbud Park in Clearlake on Saturday, Sept. 21, at 3 p.m.

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

Barbara Miller. Courtesy photo.

LAKE COUNTY, Calif. – On Wednesday, Sept. 11, 2019, Barbara Helen Miller passed away at the age of 87.

She is the loving mother of Charlie (Jean), John (Karen), and Wendy (Chris); grandmother of Brandon and James; and is also survived by her brother, Jack.

Barbara was born on June 27, 1932, in San Diego, California, to John and Winifred Sweeney.

As a Lake County resident since 1974, she was heavily involved in the community. Barbara volunteered at the Red Cross, as well as being an active member of the following organizations: Lakeport Women’s Civic Club, Konocti Lioness Club, Angelites (singing/dancing group) and the Red Hat Society.

Barbara did everything she wanted to do in her life. She enjoyed spending quality time with her friends and family. She loved to travel, seeing most of the United States and Europe. Barbara will be dearly missed by family and friends alike.

A memorial service will be held on Monday, Sept. 23, at the Kelseyville Presbyterian Church, 5340 Third St., at 11 a.m.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to Hospice Service of Lake County, 1862 Parallel Drive Lakeport, CA 95453, https://www.lakecountyhospice.org/ .

Phil Mateer. Courtesy photo.

KELSEYVILLE, Calif. – A celebration of life for Philip F. Mateer Jr. has been scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 12.

The celebration will take place from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Kelseyville Lions Club, 4335 Sylar Lane.

Mateer, a Navy veteran and retired Lake County deputy sheriff and Mendocino County bailiff, lived for many years in Lake County before moving to Idaho in 2014.

He died on July 26, 2019, at age 70. His full obituary can be found here.

Friends are invited to come and share their memories.

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