MIDDLETOWN, Calif. – Gonzales G. Garcia, 82, passed away on Thursday, Jan. 19, 2017, in Middletown.

A native of Knippa, Texas, he lived in Lake County for 30 years. He served his country in the US Army, serving in the 10th Battle Group, 3rd Brigade.

Mr. Garcia is survived by his son, Fred Garcia; daughter, Sandra Fiddler (Sam); two grandchildren, Sam and Christy Fiddler; four brothers, Ernie, Frank, Raymond and Manuel Garcia; and four sisters, Anita Duran, Sally Ruiz, Lucy Brunson and Joann Garcia.

He was predeceased by his brothers, Pete, Tom and Gonzie.

A celebration of life will be held in Middletown at a future date.

Gonzales’ family would appreciate memorial donations be sent to the American Lung Association, Donation Processing Center, P.O. Box 7000, Albert Lea, MN 56007-8001.

Arrangements under the care of Jones & Lewis Clear Lake Memorial Chapel.

Please share your loving memories of Gonzales by signing his online guestbook at www.jonesandlewis.com and www.Legacy.com .

NOTICE OF INTENT TO ADOPT A CATEGORICAL EXEMPTION
AND NOTICE OF PROPOSED MINOR USE PERMIT
BY THE LAKE COUNTY ZONING ADMINISTRATOR 

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Lake County Zoning Administrator of the County of Lake, State of California, will consider approving Minor Use Permit 17-05 with no public hearing if no written request for a public hearing is submitted by 5:00 P.M., March 1, 2017 to the Community Development Department, Courthouse, 255 N. Forbes St., Lakeport, California.

Should a timely request for hearing be filed, a public hearing will be held on March 8, 2017 at 2:00 p.m. in Conference Room C, 3rd Floor of the Courthouse.

Minor Use Permit 17-05. Location: 2135 Bell Hill Road, Kelseyville, APN 007-011-04. Owner: Douglas Bridges. Project: In accordance with Lake County Code to allow an agricultural family dwelling more than 200 feet from the main dwelling.  Project planner: Michalyn DelValle, 707-263-2221 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .

Copies of the application, environmental documents, all reference documents, and staff reports associated with each project are available for review through the Community Development Department, Planning Division; Telephone, 707-263-2221.


COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
Robert Massarelli, Director

By: ____________________________________
Michalyn DelValle, Principal Planner
               

Lori Elliott
Dec. 24, 1940 – Feb. 1, 2017

NICE, Calif. – There will be a memorial barbecue at the Boathouse in Nice on Saturday, Feb. 11, at 1 p.m.

Please come and help us celebrate Lori’s life.

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

Sheri Montea Tibbetts
July 14, 1950 – Feb. 5, 2017

LAKEPORT, Calif. – Sheri passed peacefully at home after a long illness.

She was born in Seattle, Wash., and spent her younger years in Palm Desert, Calif.

When she was 15 she transferred to Indio High School and was immediately spotted by a young boy who she later agreed to marry on Valentine’s Day in 1972. Sheri and Dana were only apart in their 52 years together during his time in the Army.

Sheri attended San Diego State and moved with Dana to Santa Cruz, where she worked as a rehabilitation aid for Goodwill Industries and was active in youth sports and local schools.

Sheri became suddenly ill in 1984, but continued to stay active. Dana and Sheri and son, Dana Jr. moved to Lakeport in 1985.

She loved watching Dana Jr.’s basketball, baseball and soccer games. She loved spending time on the lake and water skiing when she was able.

Despite her failing health she remained positive. Sheri always put everyone else first and had an incredible amount of love for Dana which was and always will be returned.

Sheri is survived by her husband, Dana of Lakeport; son, Dana Jr.; daughter-in-law, Katie; grandchildren, McKenna and James of Citrus Heights, Calif.; sister-in-law, Lana Tibbetts of Citrus Heights; and brother, Monte Wenck of Cathedral City, Calif.

Per her wishes there will be no services.

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

LAKE COUNTY, Calif. – Cassie Pivniska, Realtor associate with Konocti Realty, is Lake County’s No. 1 residential Realtor for 2016 with sales in excess of $20 million.

A lifetime resident of Lake County, Pivniska prides herself on her desire to meet and exceed her clients’ needs and expectations. She has earned Konocti Realty Top Sales Producer for the past five years.

Pivniska has been in real estate since 2004, selling throughout Lake County.

“She’s created a business style that works for her and her clients while being an exceptional mother of three young children. You rarely see her out working without at least one of her kids,” said owner Stacey Mattina. “She’s worked this past year with a newborn and has made it work seamlessly.”

“I’ve worked really hard to create a business plan that allows me to be able to work full-time, even with kids at my side. Some days are long, but I’ve figured out how to multitask to get the job done for my clients, as well as my family,” said Pivniska.

Pivniska also gives back to the community by sponsoring multiple youth sports teams and other community fundraisers.

Konocti Realty was established more than 45 years ago and has consistently been a local leader in sales and providing an excellent experience.

With exceptional local knowledge and professional expertise, agents offer full real estate services throughout Lake County.

Contact Cassie Pivniska direct at 707-245-6514 or www.PivniskaRealEstate.com .

Visit Konocti Realty online at www.konoctirealty.com .

LAKE COUNTY, Calif. – Lisa I. Murray-Bardelmeier passed on Feb. 5, 2017, at age 42.

She was a wonderful mother, grandmother, daughter and aunt.

In life, she was a strong, successful woman who worked at the courthouse as the jury commissioner for 10 years.

She has three wonderful children who she loved dearly.

NOTICE OF INTENT TO ADOPT A CATEGORICAL EXEMPTION
AND NOTICE OF PROPOSED MINOR USE PERMIT 
BY THE LAKE COUNTY ZONING ADMINISTRATOR

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Lake County Zoning Administrator of the County of Lake, State of California, will consider approving Minor Use Permit 16-36 with no public hearing if no written request for a public hearing is submitted by 5:00 P.M., February 22, 2017 to the Community Development Department, Courthouse, 255 N. Forbes St., Lakeport, California.  Should a timely request for hearing be filed, a public hearing will be held on March 1, 2017 at 2:00 p.m. in Conference Room C, 3rd Floor of the Courthouse.

Minor Use Permit 16-36. Location: 8805 Paradise Beach Drive, Glenhaven, APN 060-350-23.  Applicant: Wayne Chatoff. Project: In accordance with Lake County Code to allow a collector’s permit (for the storage of collectibles) in a 1,440 square foot garage on an undeveloped parcel.  Project planner: Mark Roberts, 707-263-2221 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. . 

Copies of the application, environmental documents, all reference documents, and staff reports associated with each project are available for review through the Community Development Department, Planning Division, 255 N. Forbes Street, Lakeport, CA 95453; Telephone 707-263-2221.


COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
Robert Massarelli, Director

By: ____________________________________
Michalyn DelValle, Principal Planner
               

LAKEPORT, Calif. – Giving birth at Sutter Lakeside Hospital just got cozier.

As of this month, every baby born in Lakeside’s Family Birth Center will go home with a SleepSack, a wearable blanket that reduces the chance of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome.

The SleepSack, which is shaped much like a vest, leaves the baby’s head and arms unrestricted while the bottom of the sack serves as a miniature sleeping bag.

The sleep sack allows the baby free range of motion without the risk of accidentally covering the face or airway with loose material.

Other benefits of the sack include ease of operation, convenience, and guaranteed warmth because of the infant’s inability to kick it off.

“No family should endure the trauma of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome,” said Jackie Rad, RN, Family Birth Center manager. “The SleepSacks can go a long way in preventing loose material from obstructing an infant’s face, which reduces the risk of SIDS. We also educate our patients on the best practices for safe infant sleep, which includes putting the baby to sleep on its back, eliminating excess pillows and blankets in the crib, and not bed-sharing.”

Other benefits of the Family Birth Center include four private suites for labor and delivery, in-room sleeping accommodations for family members, private bathrooms with showers or shower-tubs, and in-room dining service.

For more information or to schedule a tour of the Family Birth Center, please call 707-262-5087. To schedule a prenatal appointment with a care provider, please call 707-263-6885.

Morgen Wells is community relations and fund development coordinator for Sutter Lakeside Hospital.

LAKEPORT, Calif. – GW Alridge, 80, son of Henry Alridge Jr. and Savannah Marie (Hemphill) Jones, and loving husband of Linda Alridge, passed away on Feb. 6, 2017, at his home in Lakeport, after a long battle with cancer.

His wife, Linda, and two sons Anthony Bass and Gary Alridge survive him. Two grandchildren Christopher and Demetrius survive him as well as siblings Mary Crawford, Savanna Marie Banks, Dorothy Matthew, Jessie Lee Jones, Cootie May Myers, Archie Paul Jones, Effie May Jones and Glenn Jones, and numerous nephews and nieces.

GW served in the United States Navy for four years.

He also worked for the United States Postal Service for 25 years until his retirement in 1992.

In his younger years he was part of a motorcycle club named The Vagabonds. GW’s favorite past times were playing dominoes, riding motorcycles, and spending time with family and friends. His favorite sports teams were the Oakland Raiders, Oakland A’s, and the Golden State Warriors.

He will be greatly missed by his family and friends.

Visitation will be held at Chapel of the Lakes Mortuary on Sunday, Feb. 12, from 9 to 11 a.m. Funeral service will follow at 11 a.m.

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

LAKE COUNTY, Calif. – The Clear Lake Trowel and Trellis Garden Club assembled 150 bags of Valentine cards and candy for Meals on Wheels clients.

Club member Claire Grieve has coordinated this project for 10 years. 

It is a fun and rewarding project that the club’s members enjoy. It always feels good to do something nice for others and have a little something special with a Valentine's Day meal.

The garden club will have its regular meeting at noon, Tuesday, Feb. 21, at the Scotts Valley Women's Club House at 2298 Hendricks Road, Lakeport. A light lunch will be served. 

The CLT&TGC is a member of the Mendo Lake District of the California Garden Club Inc. Pacific Region and national Garden Clubs Inc.

The club welcomes new members and information can be found by visiting www.clttgc.org or call Dana at 707-275-3500.