Lake County, California

Died on Monday of last week, says the 'Courier;' Mr. Hugh JOHNSON, of Upper Lake, was thrown from his horse near Lakeport and fatally injured. Mr. JOHNSON was 69y, and was one of the pioneer settlers of Lake county and universally esteemed. He leaves a family and host of friends.

On Sunday afternoon little Mathew Johnson, who passed away at the home of his aunt, Mrs. Hudson, Thursday night, was tenderly laid to rest in the Upper Lake Cemetery. Rev. Thurston of the Lakeport Christian Church conducted the services, speaking beautiful words of comfort and condolence to the heartbroken loved ones and friends, at the house and offering the simple prayers at the grave. The pallbearers were: James Scott, Harold Robinson, Wm. Hunter Jr., Roland and Ralph Meredith, and Keith Sleeper. Beautiful songs were furnished by Mrs. Marie Sleeper, Mrs. Frank Howe, Miss Florence Reynolds and the Misses Gertrude and Fanie Hunter. After the little grave was filled the schoolmates of the little man hid the mound under a bank of beautiful floral offerings.

(The son of Johnie & Nettie Spurgeon Johnson)

Contributed by Anita Crabtree

Sarah Jane Johnson died after a lingering and painful illness, at her home near Upper Lake, a little past noon, on Monday, June 18th, 1899.

Contributed by Anita Crabtree

DEATH OF MRS. MARY JORDAN

Clear Lake Press, April 18, 1903

At the residence of her son-in-law, William Conner, April 17, 1903, Mrs. Mary Jordan, aged 72 years and 27 days, passed to rest. The funeral takes place today, April 18th, at 1 o'clock at Hartley Cemetery, Revs. Levi McCash and W. F. Coffin officiating.

Mrs. Jordan was born in Virginia in 1831 and was twice married, her first husband being Eric Glines, of which marriage were born her children, twelve in number. Of these, 8 daughters and one son survive. Two of these daughters, Mrs. W. D. Rantz and Mrs. William Conner and their children were all that were able to be with her at the time of her death.

About twenty-two years ago the deceased was married to George Jordan.

Mrs. Jordan was a very devout Christian and lived up to her convictions of right. She was a devoted mother and is deeply mourned by her daughters though they realize to the fullest that death to her was a sweet release from suffering. Her disease was paralysis and her last attack occured about two weeks ago.

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KENNEY, Mary Alice

Lower Lake News Items

MRS. KENNEY PASSES IN SAN FRANCISCO

(Died October 29, 1939)

Mrs. Mary Kenney passed away at her home in San Francisco on Sunday morning. She had been suffering from a heart ailment for several years.

Mrs. Kenney spent many years in Lower Lake where she reared her family and has many friends and relatives here to mourn her passing. She leaves her husband, W. J. Kenney and her three children, Bart Palmer of Sulfer Bank, Mrs. Norma Barker of El Cerrito, Mrs. Teodore Kroeger of Davis, and five grandchildren: also two brothers, Herman and Victor Asbill; one sister, Mrs. Walter Reichert; two sisters-in-law, Mrs. Carrie Milsap and Mrs. Nettie Rose.

Funeral services were held at the Martin and Brown Funeral Parlors in San Francisco at 11:00 o'clock on Tuesday.

Deepest sympathy is felt for her family.

Mrs. Nettie Rose, Mrs. Alvin Osgood, Mrs. Craig Knauer, Mrs. Chris Istok of Lower Lake, accompanied by Mrs. Britton Young of Vallejo, attended the service.

Contributed by CJ Galey

KERMEEN, Clarence

Lake County Record-Bee, January 18, 1981

Clarence Cecil Kermeen, husband of Josephine Kermeen of Nice, resident for five years, passed away January 20 in a Roseville hospital. He was a native of Iowa, born December 9, 1910. Mr. Kermeen was the father of Pamela Lent of Elverta, California. He also leaves his brothers and sisters, James and Joseph Kermeen of Iowa, Vivian Petry in Nebraska, Eleanore Kermeen in Minnesota, and Buela Basch in Iowa. He was a veteran of World War II in the U.S. Army and was a member of Veterans of Foreign Wars in Lucerne. Funeral services were held January 23 from Jones and Rouland Mortuary in Lucerne, with Rev. Jerry Hamblen officiating. Interment followed at Upper Lake Cemetery.

Contributed by Craig Poole

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LANDIS, Louise Helen

CLEARLAKE - Louise Helen Landis, 69, of Clearlake, died Dec. 19, 1986, at St. Helena Hospital in Deer Park, CA. A native of Stege, CA, she was born March 27, 1917, to Herbert Saunders and Lucy Coz, both deceased.

Mrs. Landis resided in the San Francisco Bay Area prior to moving to Lake County 26 years ago. She last worked for 14 years as a self-employed hairdresser.

She served as a den mother in the Cub Scouts in Oakland. She was a member of the Emblem Club in Clearlake, Job's Daughters Council of Bethel #334 of Lower Lake, and the Lower Lake Grange.

She is survived by her husband George Francis Landis of Clearlake; sons John (Jack) H. Butter of San Leandro; Stephen C. Butter of Napa; and George Foster Landis of Sacramento; daughter Georgia Ann Landis of Clearlake; Step-daughters Linda Little and Vicki Holte of Anacortes, Washington; brothers Herbert Saunders of Grants Pass, Oregon, and Evans Saunders of Burney, CA; sister Lucille (Dietzy) Nunes of Oakland, CA; eight grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Her brother, Emile (Ame, sic) Saunders of Hayward, CA, is previously deceased.

Memorial services were held on Dec. 22 by Rev. Calvin Faircloth at Jones and Lewis Clear Lake Memorial Chapel in Lower Lake. Cremation and private inurnment. Donations to the local fire department or your favorite charity are preferred.

Contributed by Georgia

LANGDON, Alberta M.

The Register, Napa, Calif., October 15, 1973

Alberta M. Langdon, 55, of 1724 Georgia St., died Friday at Queen of the Valley Hospital.

She was born in Lakeport Oct. 9, 1918, and was raised and educated in Arcata. She attended Humboldt State College and married E. Harold Langdon June 1, 1941.

They moved to Oroville and later to Roseburg, Ore., where they lived for several years. They returned to California in 1946, lived in Biggs for one year and lived in Arbuckle for four years before coming to Napa in 1951.

Mrs. Langdon taught homemaking and art at Ridgeview Junior High School and in 1965 became an art instructor at Napa High School. She retired in 1972.

She was a member of the First United Methodist Church of Napa, the Napa Art Association, Napa Geneological [sic] Society, Napa Lioness Club, California Retired Teachers' Association and the Napa Valley Coin Club.

In addition to her husband, she is survived by two daughters, Mrs. Wayne (Shirley) Wilcox of Maryland and Mrs. Wayne (Judi) Rathbone of Santa Rosa; her mother, Mrs. Harold Starkey of Lakeport and a brother, Harold C. Starkey of Eureka. Three grandchildren also survive.

Friends are invited to attend funeral services Tuesday at 10 a.m. in the chapel of Richard Pierce Funeral Service, 1660 Silverado Trail, with the Rev. Gerald Lowe officiating.

Casket bearers will be Ray Burnsed, Walter Hemmerling, Clair Black, Allen Johnson, Louis Ezetti and S. G. Olson.

Interment will be in Lakeport.

The family has suggested that memorial contributions be made to the Napa County Branch of the American Heart Association.

Contributed by Shirley Wilcox, her daughter

LINCOLN, Mary Abigail

LAST RITES HELD FOR MRS. LINCOLN

Lake County Bee, October 10, 1935

Mrs. Obbey Lincoln, of Middletown, died at the county hospital here early Sunday morning following a long illness.

She was a native of Upper Lake and was a member of the pioneer Crabtree family of that section.

She is survived by a husband, Grant Lincoln, who is employed in Middletown at Hotel Herrick, and four daughters. She was 64 year of age.

Funeral services were held on Monday from the Russell Funeral Home, Inc. with interment taking place at Hartley cemetery.

Friends extend sympathy to the bereaved family.

(typed as it appeared in paper)

Contributed by Anita Crabtree

LINCOLN,U. S. Grant

U.S. GRANT LINCOLN PASSES AT LOCAL HOSPITAL FRIDAY

Was Employed At Middletown Hotel Many Years

Lake County Bee, December 30, 1937

Ulysess S. Grant Lincoln, former porter at the Hotel Herrick in Middletown, passed away Friday at the county hospital, a victim of tuberculosis.

He was born in Suisun, August 14, 1878. The larger part of his life had been spent in the county. His wife preceded him in death over a year ago. In January of this year he was taken to the hospital and never fully rallied from his illness.

Four daughters, one brother and two sisters, all of the bay region, drove up for the services which were conducted Monday afternoon by Rev. Donald Castlen of Upper Lake. Interment took place at the Hartley Cemetery under the direction of the Russell Funeral Home, Inc.

Funeral services were largely attended and beautiful flowers covered the casket.

Contributed by Anita Crabtree

LYON, Emma Elizabeth

Funeral Services Held on Saturday For Mrs. Emma Elizabeth Lyon

Lake County Bee, February 19, 1943

Funeral services were held Saturday at the Upper Lake Community Church for Emma Elizabeth Lyon, who died at the Upper Lake Hospital February 11. Although she had been in poor health for some time her death came as a shock to her family and friends. The services were conducted by Jones Mortuary, with Rev. John Brunswick officiating. Mrs. Verne Duncan and Mrs. Ellery Sleeper sang, "No Night There", and "Abide with Me". They were accompanied on the organ by Mrs. John Brunswick. Interment was at the Upper Lake Cemetery.

The deceased was born in Upper Lake on April 2, 1871, to Amanda Alley Pitney and Johnathan Pitney, pioneer people of Lake County. She was one of ten children. Two sisters died in infancy and the other sisters and a brother to preceed her in death were Sadie C. Pitney wo died in 1902, Martha Celestia Gordon, who died in 1908, Mary Jane Crabtree who passed away in 1938 and George Pitney who died March 17, 1939.

She attended the local schools and lived here all her life. She married Walter Lyon November 18, 1912 at the Methodist Parsonage in Lakeport. She has been a member of the Upper Lake Methodist Church nearly all her life. The deceased was a devoted wife and was loved and respected by all who knew her.

She is survived by her husband, two sisters, Mrs. George Foutch of Lakeport, Mrs. Annie Gordon of Williams, and one brother, Charlie Pitney, of Upper Lake and a number of nieces and nephews.

Deepest sympathy is extended to the family by many friends.

Contributed by Pat Bird

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MANN, James M.

Lake County Bee, September 4, 1959 (misdated as 1950 on obituary page)

FINAL RITES FOR JAMES MANN LED BY HARTLEY LODGE

Funeral services were held for James Monroe Mann at the Summerill Mortuary on Monday, Aug. 31, at 2 p.m.

Mann, a native of California, passed away at a Lakeport hospital on Friday, Aug. 28, after a long illness. He was 87 years old.

The deceased had lived in Lake County for 25 years, coming here from San Francisco. He was a retired police sergeant and had served on the San Francisco Police Department for 33 years. He had been a member of the Masonic Lodge for over 50 years.

The services were under the auspices of Hartley Lodge No. 199, F&AM, and interment followed in the family plot at Hartley Cemetery.

Mann is survived by his wife, Nancy A. Mann of Upper Lake; one brother, Lou Mann of Bachelor Valley, and one sister, Mrs. Fanny McGuire of Los Gatos.

Contributed by Anita Crabtree

MANNING, Ellen

Lake County Bee, November 1900

On Saturday November 17, at the family residence near Lakeport the spirit of Mrs. Ellen Manning took its flight.. Deceased was a victim of pneumonia from which she had suffered for several days. Beside her husband, our highly esteemed citizen, Thomas Manning, Mrs. Manning left a large family of children to mourn her loss. She was born in Amesbury Mass., November 23,1854, but has been a resident of Lake since her girlhood.

The large attendance at the funeral services at St. Mary's church Monday testify to the great regard in which she was held and also to the sympathy felt for the bereaved ones.

Contributed by Marcie Rosenzweig

MANNING, Henry E.

Lake County Bee, July 20, 1939

LAST RITES HELD FOR PROMINENT FARMER H. E. MANNING

Death Beckons Member of Pioneer Family Of This Region In Middle Age

Funeral services were held at St. Mary's church on Saturday for Henry E. Manning, well known and respected citizen of the Upper Lake district, who passed away Thursday morning at his home. He had not been in robust health for the past several years, following a stroke which left him weakened and a shell of his former self.

Mr. Manning was a native of Lake county and the son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Manning. He was born on January 27, 1883, on the pioneer couple's ranch in Big Valley, now known as the Niblo place.

For many years the son engaged in stock raising and farming his Upper Lake ranch where he resided with his family for the past 28 years.

Lake county friends deeply regret the passing of this esteemed citizen who was held in high regard and was respected by all who knew him.

Besides his saddened wife, Mrs. Edith Manning, the deceased is survived by a son, Dwight Manning, and a daughter, Miss Marjorie Manning, and a step-son J. Clair Shirley of Upper Lake; also two brothers, John Manning, Big valley(sic) and Mike Manning, Finley, and five sisters, Mrs. R.L. Wilson, Witter Springs, the Misses Rose Virginia, and Margaret (sic) Manning of San Francisco, and Aileen (sic) Manning of Santa Barbara.

Mr. Manning's condition was regarded very grave for several days prior to his passing, although he was recently in Lakeport greeting friends and appeared to be looking first rate at the time.

Lake county has lost one of its beloved citizens in the passing of Henry Edward Manning. He was of kindly disposition and always had a kind word and a smile for everybody. His passing is keenly regretted.

Deep and sincere sympathy is extended to the bereaved family in their extreme sadness.

Contributed by Marcie Rosenzweig

MANNING, Rose Teresa

Lake County Bee, October 1951

Last Rites Held On Thursday For Miss Rose Teresa Manning

Miss Rose Teresa Manning, one of eight children born to Mr. and Mrs. Thomas and Eleanor (sic), early and prominent settlers of Lake county, passed away in San Francisco Monday July 2. Miss Manning had been in failing health for some time.

The deceased was born on the old Manning ranch, now the Glen Keithly ranch on September 18, 1886. When a young woman, she left Lake county and went to San Francisco where she had made her home since, living with her sister.

While Miss Manning was never married, she had the understanding of a "real mother," befriending and giving sympathetic understanding to many.

Her survivors are her brother, John Manning, prosperous and well known rancher of the Big Valley; and Mrs. R.L. Wilson of bachelor Valley; Miss Virginia and Miss Margaret (sic) Manning, of san Francisco.

Funeral services were held Thursday morning from St. Mary's church, Lakeport, followed by internment at St. Mary's cemetery. The Jones Mortuary was in charge.

The lovely flowers told of the respect and love held for the deceased, who was a beautiful character.

Contributed by Marcie Rosenzweig

MANNING, Thomas

Lake County Bee, September 4, 1919

THOS. MANNING, PIONEER, CROSSES THE GREAT DIVIDE

Thos. Manning, a resident of Lake county or fifty years, died at the home of his daughter, Mrs. R. L. Wilson, In Bachelor Valley, Sunday morning, August 31, 1919, after a short illness, and was laid to rest Tuesday morning September 2, 1919, surrounded by a large gathering of sorrowing friends and relatives.

Deceased was a native of Galway, Ireland, where he was born 82 years ago. Very little is known of his early life except that he came to America while still quit (sic) young, first settling in the East. A Few years later the lure of gold and great discoveries in New Zealand and Australia took him to those countries. After spending a few years over there he returned to California and settled in Lake county (sic), either in 1869 or 1870, the deed to the old home bearing the latter date. There he lived until three of four years ago, when he sold the old home place and moved to town, making his home most of the time with his son John.

In 1877 Mr. Manning married Miss Eleanor (sic) Murphy of Napa. To this union were born eight children - five daughters and three sons - all of whom are living: Mrs. R.L. Wilson of Bachelor Valley; Miss Aileene C, of Del Monte; Rose T and Marguerite M. of San Francisco; Virginia C. of Lakeport; Henry E. of Upper Lake, and Michael J. and John T. of Lakeport. The wife died in 1900.

Mr. Manning was a familiar figure in Lakeport, where he was known and respected by all. Of a sunny, happy disposition, he made friends wherever he was and he will be greatly missed by all his old cronies as well as by all who knew him.

Mr. Manning went to Bachelor valley several weeks ago to visit his daughters, Mrs. Wilson and Miss Aileene who was also visiting Mrs. Wilson. On Miss Aileene's return home he accompanied her for a further visit. He also visited Misses Rose and Marguerite in San Francisco and had returned to the home of Mrs. Wilson where he was taken sick the middle of last week. His sickness developed into pneumonia and the end came Sunday morning, all his children being present.

Funeral services were held Tuesday morning from St. Mary's Catholic Church of which he was a member. Internment was made in the Catholic cemetery south of town, which was part of the old Manning homestead. The funeral was largely attended, many turning out to pay a last tribute to the memory of Uncle Thos. Manning.

Peace be to his soul and to his ashes.

Contributed by Marcie Rosenzweig

MARSTON, Grant

Lake Democrat, January 16, 1891

GRANT MARSTON DEAD.

On last Saturday night Grant Marston was suffocated with gas at the New Western Hotel, San Francisco. He left here Friday to visit his brother who resides in Missouri. From all appearances he blew the gas out instead of turning it off. In the morning he was found by the chambermaid insensible, having inhaled the gas for over nine hours. He died three hours after having been found. He has two sisters here, one at Upper Lake and one at Sonoma Landing, the latter was telegraphed for and went immediately to the city to take charge of the remains. Mr. Marston was about 27 years old and was an industrious and enterprising young man and his sudden death will be a sad blow to his relatives and many friends. He leaves a wife and one child. He was a son of W. Marston of Upper Lake. We extend to the bereaved family our most heartfelt sympathy.

MARSTON, Grant

Daily Alta California, January 12, 1891

Asphyxiated by Gas.

Grant Marston, a ranchman of Upper Lake, Lake county, came to San Francisco Saturday night, on his way to Missouri, and put up at a hotel on the corner of Kearny and Washington. He retired to his room, No. 64, on the third floor, at 9 o'clock that evening. Early Sunday morning a bellboy, while going along the hall, noticed the odor of gas, which was found to proceed from Marston's room. The door was burst open and Marston was found in bed in an insensible condition. The gas cock was found turned on. Dr. R. E. Bunker of the Receiving Hospital was summoned, who administered restoratives and worked on the man until half past 1 in the afternoon, but to no avail, as Marston died soon after that hour. His body was taken to the morgue. The sum of $150.50 was found on the person of the deceased, who had a sister, a Mrs. Carpenter, living in the town of Sonoma.

MARSTON, Laura

Lake County Bee, July 31, 1942

FUNERAL SERVICES HELD TUESDAY FOR UPPER LAKE NATIVE

Mrs. Laura Marston Called By Death July 24 At Age Of 71 Years

Mrs. Laura Marston Emerson passed away Saturday afternoon, July 25, at Upper Lake at the age of 71 years and 3 months.

The deceased was born to the late Sam and Phoebe Alley on April 27, 1871, at Upper Lake

In 1893 Laura Alley was married to Byron Marston, and made her home on her birthplace, except for a short period spent in Kansas.

Mrs. Emerson was the mother of seven children, five of whom survive her. She was a well loved and respected matron of this community and a life-long member of the Methodist church.

Those to mourn her passing are her children, Harvey and Earl Marston, Mrs. Irma Knighten, all of Upper Lake, and Mrs. Gertrude and Mrs. Eula Krumenacher of Sacramento; her brother, Leonard Alley of Upper Lake; her sisters, Mrs. Sylva Haycock, Mrs. Addie Sleeper of Upper Lake; Mrs. Elsie Turnbull, Mrs. Ruth Greene and Mrs. Myrtle Craig of Lakeport, Mrs. Clara Reed of Sacramento and Mrs. Lena Wernsie of Sacramento. She is also survived by eight grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren.

Interment was in the Upper Lake cemetery, following the services at the Upper Lake Community church on Tuesday, with Rev. Frank A. Woten officiating. The Jones Mortuary was in charge of the service.

Out-of-town relatives attending the services were Mrs. Eula Krumenacker and son Donald of Sacramento, Mr. and Mrs. Harry Wernsie of San Francisco, Mrs. Clara Reed, Mr. and Mrs. Elmer Baker and Mr. Elvin Marston of Vallejo, Mr. Will James and daughter Elva of Rio Linda, Mrs. Annie Cook of Ukiah, and the following from Lakeport; Mr. and Mrs. George Turnbull, Mr. and Mrs. Waverly Simpson, Mr. and Mrs. Fred Greene, Mrs. Myrtle Craig and Mrs. Ida Vann.

MARTIN, John R. (all other records show him as James R.)

Lake County Bee, June 9, 1950

John Rodney Martin, who has been seriously ill at the Lake County Hospital, died on Friday, June 2. He had been in ill health for some time and the death was not unexpected.

Martin was born in Lakeport February 22, 1871, making his age at death 79 years, 3 months and 10 days. His father, James M. Martin, was one of the six men who incorporated the first bank in Lakeport.

On June 12, 1906, he was united in marriage by(?) Miss Dorothy Barnes of Lakeport. Following their marriage, Martin purchased a ranch in Scotts Valley, living there until ill health forced him to sell and return to Lakeport.

Surviving are his wife, Dorothy; two sons, one of Healy, Idaho, and one of San Francisco; a daughter of Redding; eight grandchildren, one brother, George F. Martin; a sister, Mrs.. Daisy Smoot of Hopka, Fla., and several nephews and nieces.

Funeral services were held from the Jones Mortuary at 10 o'clock Monday morning. Interment was at Hartley cemetery, Lakeport.

Mrs. Martin, who has also been seriously ill at the hospital, was moved Monday to the home of her son at Healy, Idaho.

Contributed by Anita Crabtree

MARTIN, Thomas

Lower Lake Bulletin, November 1877

Died at the ranch of Thomas Morelan, 7 miles west of Lower Lake at Mt. Hannah, 10 Nov. 1877 Thomas Martin, age 92 years. Born in West Virginia in 1785. To Kentucky as a young boy; then to Ohio where he enlisted in War of 1812. After the War he moved to Indiana for ca 10 years; next to Illinois. To Missouri in 1854 and California in 1864 to Yolo County, with his nephew, Thomas Morelan to Lake County 1869.

MASON, Mary May

Lake County Bee, September 28, 1878

Frightened to Death - A very sad case of death from fear occurred near Upper Lake, Thursday evening of last week. Mr. Mason was greasing his wagon and had one axle raised for the purpose of taking off the wheel. Two of his children, Mary and Lotie, had been turning the wheel when it suddenly ran off the spindle. Mr. Mason saw the wheel as it struck the ground and also that it had entirely missed the children. He then naturally turned his attention to his work. Just then, Mary, aged eight years, said she felt dizzy and her father sprang forward as she fell, catching her in his arms. He bore her into the house where she opened her eyes, gave one convulsive gasp and died. Her demise can only be accounted for on the hypothesis that the running off of the wagon wheel caused a fright that resulted in death. The bereaved father and mother have the sympathies of a numerous circle of friends in their sudden and sad affliction.

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Lake Democrat, October 5, 1878

MASON - Near Upper Lake, Sept. 19th, Mary May, eldest daughter of Albert and Annie Mason. She was born May 26th 1870, and was therefore eight years and five months old. Mary was a very intelligent and amiable little girl, and was noted for modesty and kindness to all. She was a faithful attendant at the Sabbath School, and on the Sunday previous to her death, had memorized 20 verses of the Bible. The sad event has cast a gloom over the entire community, as the little sufferer had a place in the affections of all who knew her. The bereaved parents have the sympathy of all. It is a sad blow, but the little one is safe in a better land, and with him who has said "Of such is the kinddom of Heaven." A. H. P.

Contributed by Anita Crabtree

McCABE, Cora

(Possibly from the Santa Rosa Press Democrat)

Cora M'Cabe [this is the way it was written in the newspaper]

UPPER LAKE--Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. tomorrow for Cora I. McCabe, 79, Upper Lake, who died Tuesday in a Lake County hospital. Mrs. McCabe a native of North Carolina, lived in Lake County 45 years. She was a member of the American Legion, Upper Lake post. She served in WW1 as a first Lieutenant in the U.S. Army nursing corps in France.

She is survived by her husband, Herbert McCabe, Upper Lake; two sons, both of Upper Lake; one daughter in Orland, and one daughter in Troy, Ohio, and 15 grandchildren.

Services will be at Upper Lake Community Church with burial at Upper Lake Cemetery. Arrangements are by the Jones Mortuary in Lakeport.

Contributed by Barbara J. Morehead

DEATH OF MRS. McCLAIN

Clear Lake Press, December 6, 1895

Mrs. Nancy H. McClain, mother of Mrs. J. J. Bruton, died at the residence of her daughter at 2 0'clock, Wednesday morning, Dec. 4, aged 77 years. She leaves a daughter, a number of grand and great-grand children in Lakeport, and to these the PRESS extends its deepest sympathy in their bereavement.

Contributed by Shirley Langdon Wilcox

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McCLAIN, Nancy

DEATH OF GRANDMA McCLAIN

Clear Lake Press, December 13, 1895

On last Thursday morning at 11:30 the tolling of the bell at the Christian church announced to our town that one more of its citizens had been called from earth, and was then being carried to the place where all men are made equal in their earthly possessions, there to remain until the angel of the Lord shall call His ransomed home. This time the summons came to a mother, grandmother and a sister in Christ who had passed her allotted time of three score years and ten. Miss Nancy Hancock Clay was born in St. Charles county, Mo., Jan. 28, 1818; was married to Mr. David McClain, March 9, 1837. As the result of this union 6 children came to brighten their home, four of whom are still living. There were also eleven grand children and 15 great grand children. She had remained a widow since 1849. Thirty-four years ago with her family she came across the plains, and has most of the time since lived in Lake county. She was an earnest member of the Christian Church and had been for years. She died at the home of J. J. Bruton in Lakeport, Dec. 2, 1895, at the age of 77 years, 9 months and 6 days. It would be needless to say to those who had know[sic] her so long that Grandma McClain, as she was generally known, was ever ready at the call of duty, suffering or sorrow to do her best for all. Many times when I have been discouraged she has cheered me and encouraged me to go on. Several times during her last sickness she would sing, "I'm going home, I'm going home to die no more." The funeral services were conducted by the writer at Brother Bruton's residence, from the appropriate text, 2 Tim 4:6-8. And thus, with a host of friends, we hope to meet thee, dearest sister, in that land where farewells shall never be spoken, but where in one continuous strain we shall all sing forever our Master's praise. H. C. SHROPSHIRE

Contributed by Shirley Langdon Wilcox

McCLURE, Grace

DEATH SUMMONS GRACE McCLURE

(Unknown Paper)  1963

Services were held here this afternoon for Mrs. Grace Ella McClure who died Saturday in a local hospital at the age of 76. The Rev. Wendell Ensor officiated at the services which were held at the Eversole Mortuary. Burial was in the Ukiah Cemetery.

Mrs. McClure was born in Upper Lake Jan 1, 1887 and was a resident of this community for 12 years. She was a life member of the California State Employees Association.

Her husband Vic McClure, preceeded her in death in 1956. She is survived by a sister, Mrs. Ruth Mankins, Ukiah.

Pallbearers were Jack Dodge, Edwin Dodge, Clair Dodge and Carl Danubeneck.

Contributed by Anita Crabtree

McCLURE, Luella

MRS. J. F. McCLURE OF PIONEER FAMILY DIES

Lake County Bee, April 13, 1927

Two deaths following close one upon the other cast deepest gloom and sorrow in many homes last week. At 1:00 o'clock Thursday morning the Grim Reaper, no respecter of persons, called Mrs. Frank McClure to her last long sleep and the tired and pain-racked body that had suffered so long the ravages of Bright's disease now lies at peace after the years of pain so patiently borne. Death was not unexpected, for since Friday a week prior to her passing the end was known to be drawing near. Her only child Elmer was sent for when hopes were despaired of and he with the husband, father and brothers administered every comfort to the loved one until she quietly slipped away.

Mrs. McClure with her twin sister, Mrs. Samuel Jones were the eldest daughters of the late Mr. and Mrs. Benjamin Dewell, early pioneers and members of the noted Bear Flag party at Sonoma. She was also a sister to Mrs. Lottie Jones, Mrs. Irene McCullough, Sam, Elmer, Charlie and John Dewell, a niece of the aged Thomas Elliott and Mrs. Jane Wilson, and an aunt to District Attorney Benjamin C. Jones of Lakeport.

Luella Dewell was born at the old homestead on which the Dewell family settled on their first arrival in Lake county and which ever since has been their home, on December 12, 1859. She was married to Franklin McClure, a native of Missouri, although long a resident of Lake County, September 18, 1888. Following their marriage they lived in various places about the valley, finally locating on their present homesite east of town which adjoins the E. P. Sailor pear orchard. Thirty-six years ago one son, Elmer, was born to them who in early manhood left here, going to Covelo where he met and married a young girl of that neighborhood, going from there to Fort Bragg and thence last year to Fortuna where with his wife and young son he now lives.

Many friends attended the funeral which was held from the home Saturday afternoon, to pay their last respects. Interment was made in Upper Lake cemetery. The sorrowing family have the deep sympathy of their many friends of the community.

(The other death mentioned in the first line was Della McMath)

Contributed by Anita Crabtree

McLEAN, Daniel

Lake County Bee, Oct. 10, 1912

Daniel McLean, a respected resident of Upper Lake, was killed in a runaway late Monday afternoon near Hemlock, Mendocino County, on the road to Ukiah. The team which Mr. McLean was driving became frightened at one of the auto trucks of C.S. Shattuck of Bachelor Valley and turned to run at a right angle, breaking the tongue off near the wagon. The team then ran some distance, until the wagon was brought to a sudden stop by the stub of the tongue sticking into the ground. Mr. McLean and a companion were thrown violently to the ground, the former striking on his head and shoulders and his neck being broken. His companion was bruised but not severely hurt.

After an inquest had been held at the scene of the tragedy by the Coroner of Mendocino County, the body was shipped to Upper Lake. The funeral was held this afternoon at Odd Fellows Hall at that place and interment was made at the Upper Lake Cemetery.

Mr. McLean was sixty-nine years of age. He leaves to mourn his loss, besides a wide circle of friends, two sisters, Mrs. Christina Tinker of this city and Mrs. John Stevens of Scotts Valley. He was a prominent Mason and was a member of Hartley Lodge 199 of this city. He was a native of Nova Scotia.

Submitted by Melanie Daniels

McLEAN, Donald

Clear Lake Press, 15 Feb. 1895

Donald McLean died at his home near Upper Lake Monday afternoon, aged 88 years. He was buried yesterday in the Upper Lake cemetary.

Mr. McLean was a native of Nova Scotia. He came to Lake Co. in 1860, where he has made his home up to his final summons to the better home above where there is no death. Mr. McLean was the oldest man in the county and one of its pioneers. During his long residence here his many sterling qualities endeared him to all who knew him. The Press wishes to join the many friends in sympathy for, and condolence with the bereaved family.

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McLEAN, Mrs. Donald (Catherine Ross McLean)

Clear Lake Press, 13 Dec. 1895

The widow of the late Donald McLean of Upper Lake, died at the residence of her daughter, Mrs. John Stevens, in Scotts valley, Thursday, Dec. 5th. She leaves a son and several daughters to mourn her demise.

Submitted by Melanie Daniels

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McLEAN, Mrs. Donald

Middletown Independent, Dec. 14, 1895

The funeral services of Mrs. Donald McLean were conducted Sunday afternoon in the Methodist Church, by Rev. Mr. Chapman and was largely attended by relatives and friends. Among the relatives present were Mr. & Mrs. Stephens of Scotts Valley, Mrs. Bray and sons from Willows, Mrs. Nottingham of San Francisco, Mrs. Huston of Redding, Daniel McLean of this place.

Contributed by Shirley Langdon Wilcox

McMATH, Della

COMUNITY MOURNS DEATH OF MRS. McMATH

Lake County Bee, April 13, 1927

Deep sorrow prevailed throughout the valley Thursday when the sad word rapidly spread of the death of Mrs. Ernest McMath, at her home in Bachelor Valley at 10:30 o'clock Wednesday night with Ludwig's angina, accompianied by diphtheria, after a short illness of 72 hours. Mrs. McMath was in town Monday afternoon seemingly in good health, but on arriving home in the evening complained of not feeling well. Tuesday morning a bad case of tonsillitis had developed, in illness which Mr.(?) McMath was subject to. Dr. Newcombe was called, but Wednesday morning her condition became serious and the throat was lanced, but the patient rapidly became worse. Dr. Chas. Craig was called in the evening to assist the local doctor to operate on the throat, but before either doctor arrived death had relieved her of her intense sufferings.

The death came as a terrible blow to the loved ones and to the wide circle of people Mrs. McMath claimed as her friends, won by her cheerful disposition and whose countenance ever wore a happy smile. Among her family and friends in sickness and in sorrow, she was first to render aid and comfort, many homes gladly welcomed her cheerful presence and none hesitated to call on her when in distress. A home is made desolate and loved ones are inconsolable in their grief, deepened by the fact that those to whom she so willingly gave of her time and care, cannot now return her many kindnesses by comforting her dear ones left to mourn by nature of the dreadful disease that so ruthlessly cut down a young life in its usefulness and prime.

Before the returns from the culture sent to the State laboratory in Berkeley, taken at time of her death were received, every precaution was resorted to by Dr. Newcombe and by the undertakers, in preparing the body for burial, which was placed in a sealed metallic casket as soon as obtainable and all forms of disinfection used to safeguard the public. Her illness at no time was attributed to diphtheria but explanatory remarks by Dr. Newcombe clearly indicated diphtheria germs developing at time of death. Mrs. McMath's illness came while administering one of her last acts of kindness in caring for Mrs. Maude Hasting, also of Bachelor Valley, who has been quite ill with a severe attack of tonsillitis, and whose heart is now filled with sorrow.

Miss Della Harrow was born in Leland, Idaho, April 12, 1892, making her age 34 years, 11 months and 24 days. With her parents she came to California when still a child, settling first in Middle creek, then in Bachelor Valley and later in Santa Rosa, where in 1913, she was married to Ernest McMath, the only child of Robert McMath of Bachelor Valley. For a while the young couple lived in Santa Rosa, later returning to Bachelor Valley where they since have made their home. In 1918 a daughter Marjorie was born to this union. Intense devotion to her family was a noticeable trait in her character and the bereaved husband and other relatives will sorely miss this devotion and the staff on whom they leaned. Making little children happy was another strong feature in her otherwise useful life and long will her memory linger in the hearts of the little ones of the valley as well as with the many older friends. Words seem void and lacking when expressing the sympathy felt by the community for the grief-stricken family left to mourn alone in their irretrievable loss.

Mrs. McMath was the daughter of Mrs. W. T. Smith.

Interment was privately made in the Upper Lake Cemetery Sunday afternoon from the residence and the many beautiful floral offerings were mute expressions of sympathy from the public who were unable to pay their last respects to a dear departed friend.

Contributed by Anita Crabtree

McVICKERS, Kate

KATE McVICKERS, NATIVE DAUGHTER, BURIED MONDAY.

The Clear Lake Observer, Lower Lake, CA, February 2, 1938

Lower Lake.--Forty-eight hours after she had undergone an operation by which it was hoped her life might be prolonged, Mrs. Kate McVickers, native daughter of Lake County, passed away early Friday evening at Polytechnic Hospital, in San Francisco. Funeral rites were held Monday afternoon at the Lower Lake Community church, with interment in Odd Fellows cemetery.

Daughter of a pioneer who operated an early day flour mill at Lower Lake, Mrs. McVickers, mother of Fred Luebow, had passed most of her life in this county. Born in Lakeport sixty-nine years ago she had lived there, then on Cobb Mountain, later in Lower Lake, and for a time, in St. Helena. Throughout the county she was well known and leaves a host of friends startled by the suddenness of her passing.

She was the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Young, early day settlers. Not long after her birth at Lakeport, the parents acquired the Pine Grove property on Cobb mountain, now owned and operated by the Herb Egans who purchased the 640 acre site from Mrs. Young about a dozen years ago and just prior to her death.

It was while the family lived on Cobb mountain that Mr. Young operated a flour mill on the old Link property in Lower Lake and it was here that Kate Young met the father of Fred Luebow, who had come from the east on a visit and remained to work at the flourishing brewery then operated by Link.

The wedding was a double ceremony, for Minnie Young, a sister, was wed at the same time to Ed Kinney.

Shortly after the birth of their two children, Fred and Marie, the Luebows moved to St. Helena and in 1913 Mr. Luebow passed. Two years later the widow was married to Frank Farnham, who died in 1917. Going to Placerville, to care for her aged mother, Mrs. Farnham there met Mr. McVickers to whom she was married, and who, also, passed away about three years ago.

Surviving relatives are the two children by her first marriage, five grandchildren and six brothers and sisters: Henry Young, Napa; Asa Young, El Dorado county; Walter Young, Tonopah, Nevada; Ella Young, Tonopah; and Mrs. Minnie Clendenon and Mrs. Margaret Campbell, Laytonville. >dd?Mrs. McVickers had been seriously ill for several months but had regained sufficient strength so that it was thought she could withstand an operation to lengthen her life span. Taken to San Francisco by Dr. L. J. Calahan she was operated on a week ago today, rallied and then on Friday, sank rapidly. The final rites were conducted by Mrs. Henry James, of Community Church.

Mrs. Howard Glandon sang. Pall bearers were Frank Mahon, Frank Barnes, Tom Smith, Ellis Morrell, Clarence Corum and W. C. Freeman.

Contributed by Dottie Nash

MEADOR, Goolsberry

PIONEER G.B. MEADOR ENDS EVENTFUL LIFE.

Clear Lake Press, February 4, 1911

The harvest of the Grim Reaper has been a heavy one among the ripened lives of Lake county residents this winter. Within a very few months a regrettable number of pioneers have passed over the divide into the Unknown. Monday, death called an aged citizen of Scotts Valley, Goolsberry B. Meador, whose serious illness was noted in these columns a few weeks ago. It occurred at the home of Mr. and Mrs. G. A. Meador, where Mr. Meador has lived for several years. Deceased had reached ripe age of 87 years and 5 months, and his demise was due only to a general wearing out of his earthly tenement. In this connection it is interesting to note that Mr. Meador, who was a small and spare man, was told by doctors fifty years ago that he had no chance of living. While not very strong, he had been in fairly good health nearly up to the time of his death.

Mr. Meador was a native of Tennessee; was married in 1847 to Miss Drusilla Young; came to California from Missouri in the gold rush of '49 and stayed in the mines for two years, returning to Missouri. In 1857 he was back in California with his family, mining in Trinity county for some time, and then moved to San Jose, where he lived until 1880. The Meadors then cam to Lake county, first settling on Tule Lake, Bachelor Valley, and barring short absences, Mr. Meador has lived in the county continuously since.

Eight children survive the deceased, being Mrs. Thos. Patten, G. A. and W. J. Meador of Scotts Valley, G. B. and John Meador of San Jose, Mrs. Jane Stranahan of San Antonio, Texas; Mrs. Carrie Hobson of Weed, Siskiyou county; Mrs. Belle White of Hollister. The mother of the family died about eight years ago. A number of grandchildren and several great grandchildren are also left.

Mr. Meador is remembered by his relatives and a host of friends as a square dealing and honest man, whose long life has been well spent in service for his family and his neighbors. He had for many years been a member of the Methodist church.

A throng of old friends of the family attended the funeral, conducted by Rev. Shearer at the family home Wednesday morning and the interment at Hartley Cemetery.

Contributed by Anita Crabtree

MEADOR, Olive I.

MEMBER OF PIONEER FAMILY PASSES IN UPPER LAKE HOSPITAL

Lake County Bee, December 3, 1943

Mrs. Olive Meador Is Laid To Rest At Hartley Cemetery Thursday

Mrs. Olive I. Meador, highly respected resident of Scotts Valley and member of a pioneer family of Lake county, passed away at the Upper Lake Hospital Tuesday, November 30, following a brief illness.

She had not been in the best of health for some time but her condition was not considered serious. She suffered a stroke Monday and was removed to the hospital in a very critical condition.

The deceased was a native of Wayne county, Iowa, born July 17, 1863. She was the daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Mendenhall who with three small children crossed the plains in a covered wagon caravan from Iowa in the late 60's. They settled first in Idaho and about 1870 came to California. A few years after their arrival in the State the family home was established in Bachelor Valley, near Saratoga Springs, where Bert Mendenhall, a brother of the deceased, has resided since before the death of the parents years ago.

Olive Mendenhall was united in marriage to George A. Meador and to this union three sons were born, Eugene passing in infancy. The couple made their home in Scotts Valley where Mr. Meador engaged in farming. He preceeded his wife in death in 1938.

Mrs. Meador was a devoted wife and mother, a loyal friend who gave sympathy and help where ever needed. She was a loving patient soul, who always thought first of others before considering herself. She was a member of the Lakeport Methodist Church.

Those surviving are her two sons Harvey and Lorne, of Scotts Valley, three sisters, Mrs. Nina Rhodes and Mrs. Maude Mann of Upper Lake and Mrs. Sadie Eaton of Morgan Hill, two brothers Bert and Alex Mendenhall of the Upper Lake district and two grandchildren, Mrs. Murial Bramlett of Vallejo and Dean Meador of Scotts Valley.

Funeral services were held Thursday at 2:00 p.m. from Jones Mortuary followed by interment at Hartley Cemetary. Rev. David Miller officiated.

Sincere sympathy is extended to the surviving family members by a wide circle of friends.

Contributed by Pat Bird

MEDBERRY, A. Elles

Lower Lake Bulletin, December 1877

Died in Richland, Sacramento County, 14 Dec. 1877 A. Elles Medberry aged 33 years 5 months 19 days, a native of Seakonk, Mass. His family came from East Providence, R. I., in Oct. 1869 to Point Reyes, Marin County, and then to Lake County in 1872. His parents now live near Kelseyville. He was the only son of Mr. and Mrs. A. E. Medberry and a brother of Mrs. Thomas Flexman, Mrs. Ralph K. Nichols and Miss Etta Medbury, who survive him.

MERRITT, May Ford

MAY MERRITT DIES, FUNERAL SERVICES HELD WEDNESDAY

Lake County Bee, August 12, 1949

Mrs. May Ford Merritt passed away at Lakeside Hospital Sunday night, after a brief illness contracted while visiting her sones, Richard and Earle, at Konocti Bay. Her death was attributed to a heart attack.

The deceased, the former May Phennegar, was born in Ruby Valley, Nev. January 1, 1867. She grew to young womanhood on her grandparents (Andrew Jackson and Laura Estelle THOMPSON) large cattle ranch in Nevada. When they sold the property she moved with them to Cheney, Wash., where she met and married Herbert R. Ford. Two children were born to this union. Richard H. Ford and Leslie Earle Ford, who both reside in Kelseyville.

In 1882 Mr. and Mrs. Ford, while visiting in Lake County, were deeply impressed with the beauty of Konocti Bay and purchased practically the entire bay, where she and her sons later lived. Mr. and Mrs. Ford lived for several years in Calistoga, where he was employed as station agent for the Southern Pacific Railroad.

Mrs. Ford moved to Konocti Bay in 1906 and later to Lakeport, where she was married to Harry W. Merritt in 1912. They lived at their pear orchard west of Kelseyville until Mr. Merritt's health made it necessary to move to Lakeport. He preceded her in death in 1941.

Mrs. Merritt was very active in lodge and civic affairs, being a charter member of the Lakeport Art Club. She was also a member of Clear Lake Chapter O.E.S. and a past district deputy of Konocti Rebekah Lodge.

Mrs. Merritt, beloved by a host of friends throughout the county, also enjoyed outdoor sports. She was an ardent fisherman and enjoyed camping.

She leaves, besides her two sons and their wives, two grandchildren, Dixie F. Elliott of Palm Desert and Father Francis Ford, who was recently stationed in Spokane, Wash. Another grandson John Herbert, passed away in 1943. Three great-grandchildren Judith Virginia Ford, Michael J. Ford and Charles Richard Elliott also survive.

Funeral services were held at 10 a.m. Wednesday from the Jones Mortuary. Interment followed at the Kelseyville cemetery.

Contributed by Dorothy Henry

MITCHELL, I. E.

MITCHELL. - Near Mountain House, Napa County, July 18th, I. E. Mitchell, of heart disease, aged fifty-five years.

History of Napa and Lake Counties, California, publ. 1881 - pg. 255-256

As a pioneer of Lake County, and the first to erect a house in the village of Lower Lake, the deceased is justly entitled to more than a passing notice. Mr. Mitchell was born in the township of Hensley, Johnson County, Indiana, August, 1826, where he married a daughter of a Mr. Henderson - a sister of Mrs. Calvin Reams and Mrs. Charles Kiphart. In 1853, in company with his father-in-law and family, Mitchell and family left Indiana for California, arriving here near the autumn of that year. In December, 1857, he came to Lower Lake, then a part of Napa County, in company with Reams and Kiphart, and erected the first house in Lower Lake, on the ground on which stands the building now occupied by Luke Evans. In 1859 he sold his claim to E. M. Day, Esq., and after several years' moving over the State returned to Lake County. Mr. Mitchell leaves a wife and three sons, on whom his sudden death falls with crushing weight. In his domestic relations Mr. Mitchell was kind, indulgent, and always cheerful. Possesssing warm and generous feelings, he made and retained his friends through life, and the writer, with an acquaintance of over twenty years, bears testimony to the generous impulses of his heart, now stilled in death. Let us remember and practice his virtues. The dead have no vices.

MOORE, Martha R.

MARTHA R. MOORE EARLY RESISDENT CALLED BY DEATH

(November 17, 1926)

Mrs. Martha R. Moore, who was critically sick for several weeks, passed away at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Frank Crawford, in Lakeport Wednesday evening, at the age of 77 years, one month and fourteen days.

Mrs. Moore, whose maiden name was Reese, was born in DeWitt county, Texas, October 3, 1849. The family, consisting of the parents, four boys and three girls, crossed the plains from Texas to California in 1861. One brother, George, was born at Tucson, Arizona, during the trip.

The Reese family first settled in Watsonville, where the mother and two boys died in 1862. The remaining members moved to Sacramento, where they lived two years, and came to Lake county in 1864, making their home on what is now known as the Gibson ranch near Upper Lake. In 1869, Mrs. Moore's brother, T. B. Reese was principal of the Upper Lake school.

Martha Reese was married to William F. Moore in October, 1869, and four children were born to their union. Mr. Moore and three of the children have passed away, Mrs. Crawford being the only survivor of the family. Mrs. Moore leaves one brother, T. B. Reese, at Sacramento and one sister, Mrs. W. P. Burke, of Sonoma county. She was a faithful and loyal member of the Christian Church from an early age.

Mrs. Crawford has the sympathy of many friends in the passing of a devoted mother. The funeral services were held in the Christian Church Saturday by Pastor W. O. S. Cliff, and were largely attended. Interment was made in Hartley Cemetery.

Contributed by Anita Crabtree

MOORE, William *Henry

DEATH OF AN OLD PIONEER

Clear Lake Courier, July 13, 1867

William Henry Moore, long a resident of Lake county, died at his residence in Scotts Valley at 6 o'clock on last Monday morning, July the 8th, at the advanced age of 70 years. Mr. Moore was born in the State of Kentucky, and at an early period in his life moved to Missouri; from which State he emigrated to California, braving the great dangers of a settlement here at the early period of 1846. His first location was in Sonoma county where he remained permanently until he came to the Lake; which, if we mistake not was in the summer of '56. He was for many years previous to his death a strict and orderly member of the Baptist Church, and also an honored Mason; the members of which order were largely in attendance at the grave-yard about one and a half miles north of town.

*(There is a possibility that his middle name was Harris or Harrison)

Contributed by Anita Crabtree

MORRISON, Fannie Lucinda

MRS. F. L. MORRISON PASSES AWAY AT GIRLHOOD HOME

Lake County Bee, December 27, 1923

A resident of Lake county for the past sixty-six years, Mrs. Fannie Lucinda Morrison, widow of the late Samuel Morrison who died in 1903, passed away Monday at the Fred Morrison ranch on the east shores of Clear Lake, her former home for many years during her younger life. She had been ill for the past few months and her death was due to her feeble age, having passed her 70th birthday.

Mrs. Morrison was born in Troy, New York, June 7th, 1844. With her sister and brother-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. Mat Johnson, she crossed the plains when 13 years old. The family settled in Lake county in the vicinity of Upper Lake. In 1861 she married Samuel L. Morrison and with her husband, made her home across the lake on the well known Morrison ranch until the former's death. She then moved to Middle Creek where she has made her home until her recent illness.

Mrs. Morrison is survived by two sons, George and Fred of Upper Lake and one daughter, Mrs. Mary Henry, also of Upper Lake. Three other sons, John, William, Andrew and a daughter Elsie, died some years ago. She was the sister of Mrs. Rachael Henderson of Kelseyville and the late Mrs. Mat Johnson of Upper Lake. Besides her own children, she raised her granddaughter, Mrs. Elsie Graham Gordon since she was three weeks old. The latter made her home with Mrs. Morrison at Middle Creek.

The aged resident was a member of the Methodist church. She made many friends during her three-score of years in the county and was always held in the highest esteem.

The funeral services will be held from the home at Middle Creek, this afternoon, Thursday, at 2 o'clock. Rev. W. O. S. Cliffe of the Christian church of Lakeport will officiate. Interment will be at the Upper Lake cemetery.

Contributed by Anita Crabtree

MORRISON, John W.

DEATH TAKES EARLY PIONEER OF COUNTY

Lake County Bee, November 7, 1941

A long and useful life ended suddenly on Wednesday, November 5, in the passing of John W. Morrison, who came to Lake county in 1866.

Morrison was interested in the development of Lake county and took an active part in highway problems, county ownership of Clear Lake and was in charge of the county booth at the Pan American Exposition in San Francisco in 1915.

He was the youngest son of three children born to Zeno and Louisa Jones Morrison, who first settled near the town of Nicholas, on Bear River, in 1852. He was born February 15, 1865, in Sutter county and the following year the family moved to Lake county. They lived on what is now owned by the Ed Doors and later bought the place now belonging to Mrs. Alice Deacon. It was here Morrison grew to manhood and later engaged in farming with his father.

Ambitious for an education, he attended the Overholser Academy in Lakeport and Heald's Business College in San Francisco.

In 1902 he entered into partnership with Frank Howe in a store business in Upper Lake. The next ten years were spent there and later he traveled over California and bordering states buying wool for the Mercantile Co. of the bay area.

In 1912 he married Miss Hattie Hinds of Plumas county, who was a school teacher. The couple came to Lake county and made their home in Kelseyville for a number of years.

Morrison had great faith in the future of the pear industry in the county and began development of a pear orchard in Scott Valley in 1914. In 1925 he built a home on the property and the couple lived there until 1946. Due to failing health he disposed of his ranch and for the past year the couple have lived in Marin county near her relatives.

They returned to Lakeport last month and made their home with his niece, Mrs. Emma Keefe, who gave him loving and devoted care during his short illness and sudden death.

He was the last of his immediate family, a brother, Bob, and sister, Mrs. Sarah Miller, having preceded him in death.

His only survivors, besides his bereaved widow, are two nieces, Mrs. Keefe and Mrs. Maud Smith of Lakeport, and a nephew, Victor Miller of San Francisco.

The deceased was a man of sterling character, an ardent temperance man, tender hearted and thoughtful of others.

He was a member of Hartley Lodge, No. 199, F. & A. M. and the Lakeport Methodist Church.

Funeral services will be conducted from Jones Mortuary under the auspices of Hartley Lodge on Saturday at 10:30 a.m. Interment at Hartley cemetery.

Sincere sympathy is extended the survivors by a host of friends.

Contributed by Pat Bird

MORRISON, Mary A.

PIONEER OF LAKE COUNTY PASSES ON

Mrs. Mary A. Morrison After Residence of 54 Years Dies Sunday

Lake County Bee, August 27, 1915

Last Sunday, after a prolonged illness which developed into a stroke of paralysis three months ago and which has confined her to her bed since, Mrs. Mary A. Morrison of Lakeport, passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by her children after a long and useful life to the community. The end was not unexpected, but nevertheless her demise is felt greatly by not only her immediate family, but by all who knew her. The funeral was conducted from the residence of the deceased at 1:30 Tuesday afternoon, a large number of friends attending and accompanying the remains to their final resting place in Hartley Cemetery, where many beautiful flowers were laid tenderly on her grave by loving hands.

Deceased was a native of Indiana, aged eighty=three years, three months, and twenty-two days at the time of her death. She moved to California 56 years ago, and to Lake County two years later, settling here where she has been since. Her husband, Zeno Morrison, died in 1912. There are left to mourn her loss six children, all residing in Lakeport and Scotts Valley. They are: L. Hendricks, Mrs. W. D. Rantz, Mrs. Lydia Waldo, J. W. Hendricks, J. B. Hendricks and R. E. Hendricks. Besides these there are several grand children and other relatives.

MORRISON, Zeno

PIONEER CROSSES THE GREAT DIVIDE

Lake County Bee, July 4, 1912

Zeno Morrison, an aged and respected pioneer resident of Lake county, died at his home in this city yesterday afternoon after a prolonged illness, at the age of 78 years. Mr. Morrison was a native of Arkansas, but had lived for years in Lake county. Besides his wife he leaves tomourn his loss two sons, Robert and John Morrison, and one daughter, Mrs. J. H. Miller. The funral service will be conducted at his late residence tomorrow afternoon at 1 oçlock and the body will be taken to Hartley Cemetery for interment. We regret that time and space will not permit us to publish an acccount of Mr. Morrison's life this week, but we will do so in our next issue.

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MORRISON, Zeno

PIONEER DIES ON ANNIVERSARY OF SETTLEMENT DATE

Leaves Lake County, Never to Return, Forty-Six Years Almost To Hour After Entering It

Zeno Morrison Came to Scotts Valley In Early Mining Days and Had Successful Career as Rancher

Lake County Bee, July 11, 1912

After a residence in Lake county of 46 years, almost to the hour, Zeno Morrison, one of the hardy pioneers of the golden State, passed into the great beyond. Mr. Morrison arrived in Scotts Valley on the 3rd of July, 1866, in the afternoon, and died in this city on the 3rd of July, 1912, in the afternoon, a coincidence which might not happen again in the lives of a thousand men.

Zeno Morrison was born near Little Rock, Arkansas in 1833 and due to the early death of his parents spent the first years of his life in the care of an older sister. When aged 19 he crossed the plains with his sister and her husband, and the latter died en route. The trip to California was made without further mishap.

Mr. Morrison secured an interest in a mining claim near Marysville, but sold out after mining for a short time, and later went into partnership with Allen Trimble, a friend whom he had known in Arkansas, in Sutter county. The two men owned a ranch together, and Mr. Morrison's sister kept house for them. After the partnership had been in effect several years, Mr. Trimble married the sister and in 1859 Mr. Morrison was married to Miss Louisa Jones. Mr. Trimble then took over his partner's interest in the ranch, and the newly united couple purchased a farm immediately opposite, just across Bear river. There they lived unt9il 1866. Three children, Robert A., John W. and Sarah Jane Morrison were born to the union, the latter now being Mrs. J. H. Miller, wife of the town Marshal.

The hydraulic mining on the headwaters of Bear river rapidly filled the channel of the stream with silt, causing it to broaden and overflow its banks, inundating much of the surrounding country. Mr. Morrison's ranch was almost completely submerged, and he was obligated to sell it for a small fraction of its original value.

In July 1866, the family moved to Lake county and settled on the ranch now occupied by Henry Dorr in Scotts Valley. After a residence of several years in the valley this place was also sold and the Morrisons moved to Plumas county. But the charm of Lake proved too great and after one summer speent in the Sierras they returned, and Mr. Morrison successively bought and occupied what are now the Henry Eichoff the old McCabe and the Wattenberger ranches.

In 1884 he was united in marriage to Mrs. M. A. Hendricks, after a legal separation from his first wife, and until four years ago the couple occupied the Wattenberger place. Feeling the weight of years, Mr. Morrison then sold his ranch and moved to town, purchasing the residence property where he died.

Zeno Morrison was known as a successful farmer and kindly man, and his death is deeply regretted by the surviving relatives, as well as the community at large.

The funeral service was conducted at the Morrison residence Friday afternoon by Rev. Lovick P. Shearer and a large gathering was present to render a last tribute of respect to the departed pioneer. Many followed the casket to Hartley Cemetery, where the body was interred.

MURDOCK, Annie

Lake County Bee, June 13, 1906

Last Thursday the many friends of Annie Murdock were shocked by a telegram from Sacramento, where she had gone to undergo a surgical operation, saying the operation was not successful and that there was not hopes of her recovery.

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NICHOLS, Leslie P.

Lower Lake Bulletin

Leslie P. Nichols drowned in Clear Lake 12 Sept. 1877. Born in Portsmouth, Rockingham Co., New Hampshire, 9 Sept. 1836. Came to Lake County 1866 as the Superintendent of the Clear Lakes Water Works. Leaves a wife, 2 children and his mother. Aged 41 years and 3 days.

NORTON, Frank E.

F. E. NORTON PASSES AFTER BRIEF ILLNESS

Lake County Bee, November 21, 1928

Frank E. Norton, well known Upper Lake citizen, died Thursday in Lakeport from a cerebral hemorrhage following an illness of ten days from which he suffered a stroke of paralysis. He was a native of California, aged 68 years.

The deceased is survived by a widow, the former Mrs. Ida Gates of Lakeport, to whom he was married about a year ago. His former wife, Mrs. Grace Tallman Taylor, passed away in 1922. A half sister also survives, Mrs. Katherine Norton Case, and a cousin, L. J. Norton, both of Napa; also two step-grandaughters, Inez Taylor and sister, both of whom are students of the Arcata College and who were practically raised by the step-father.

Mr. Norton was a good man and many friends in the community offer sympathy to the bereaved relatives.

The funeral services were held from the Russell Chapel in Lakeport on Saturday afternoon at 2:30 o'clock.

Contributed by Pat Bird

NORTON, Grace Independence Tallman Taylor

MRS. NORTON PASSES AWAY SUDDENLY

Lake County Bee, April 20, 1922

Mrs. Grace I. Norton, wife of Frank E. Norton, passed away at 5:30AM last Monday at her home in Upper Lake after an extended illness. Heart failure was the cause of her death although she was afflicted with a complication of other troubles. Mr. & Mrs. Norton were married at Upper Lake October 14, 1896. After living in Napa and Berkeley for a number of years the family returned to Upper Lake about three years ago.

Mrs. Norton leaves behind to mourn her untimely death, besides her husband, son Clarence C. Taylor, two granddaughters Ethel and Inez Taylor; sister Mrs. Winnie Riffe and six brothers Clarence, Walter, Cleve, Harry & Lil Tallman all of Upper Lake. Mrs. Norton was a Christian, a devoted mother and wife and a noble friend of those in need. She will be deeply mourned by the family and all who knew her. The funeral was held at 2:30PM Wednesday from the Norton home and interment at Upper Lake Cemetery under the auspices of the Rebekah Lodge of which order the deceased was a member.

(Her six brothers were William, George, Walter, Cleve, Harry and Lil.)

Contributed by Pat Bird

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O'BRIEN, Isabel Nathalie

NATIVE OF PIONEER FAMILY PASSES

April 2, 1948

Isabel Nathalie O'Brien, a native of Lake County, was born September 23, 1873, to William A. and Cathrine Christie. Her whole life was spent in Lake County. She was educated in the local schools and graduated from the Lakeport Academy, a pupil of the late Professor Overhaiser. She taught in a number of schools in the county and was known as an efficient, fair-minded teacher.

In 1899 she gave up her career and became the bride of James D. O'Brien of Kelseyville. For a time she and her husband were in the hotel business and after a number of years they established a home in the Kelsey Creek district where they had a pear orchard.

Mrs. O'Brien was the mother of eight children, two of whom died in childhood, Marie at the age of 3 and Ruth at 16. Her whole life was one of devotion to her family, her community, and her religion.

Mrs. James O'Brien died Friday afternoon, April 2, 1948 at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Frances Morrison of Finley. She leaves to mourn her death her husband, James; one son, William; five daughters, Mrs. Leo Nethercote of South San Francisco, Mrs. J. Q. Burchfield of Oakland, Mrs. Jack Smith of Kelseyville, Mrs. Francis Morrison of Finley, and Mary O'Brien of San Francisco, a sister, Mrs. Margaret Gaddy of Kelseyville; twelve grandchildren and a number of nephews, a niece and several cousins.

The Jones Mortuary from St. Peter's Church in Kelseyville conducted last rites Monday morning at 10 a.m. Interment was at the Lakeport Catholic Cemetery. Pallbearers were Ed Gaddy, Robert Gaddy, Tom Manning, Dean Morrison, Al Rowden and Bruce Peters.

Contributed by Judy Aday

ORLANDER

Russian River Flag, Healdsburg, Ca., August 22, 1878

Lake County Bee reports that 5 children of Wm. ORLANDER, of American Mine, have died of diptheria.

Contributed by Marcia Chauvin (Newspaper transcription only. No further information)

O'SHEA, John

Russian River Flag, Healdsburg, Ca., July 4, 1878

John O'SHEA, coroner of Lake County for the past eight years, was drowned in Soda Bay near Lakeport last week.

Contributed by Marcia Chauvin (Newspaper transcription only. No further information)

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PARKER, Jessie

MRS. JESSIE PARKER DIES AT HOME

Lake County Bee, Friday, January 2, 1953

Following a long illness, Mrs. Jessie Parker died at her home near Lakeport, on Monday, December 29. She was a native of Wisconsin and was 66 years of age.

Mrs. Parker and her husband, Solomon, had lived in Lake county for 42 years.

Mr. Parker, an employee of the Diamond Match company of Lakeport, died two years ago. Since that time Mrs. Parker has lived in her own home near her sister, Mrs. Grace Dilger, south of the city limits. No other immediate relatives are known.

Rev. Allen Tolle of the Four-Square Gospel church in Finley officiated at the services Wednesday, December 31, at 2 p.m. from Jones mortuary, Lakeport. Interment followed at Hartley cemetery.

Contributed by Judy Dubauskas

PARKER, Solomon

SOL PARKER DIES OF HEART ATTACK

Lake County Bee, Friday, December 8, 1950

Solmn Parker, 72, well-known resident of Lakeport, passed away at his home Sunday, December 3, the victim of a heart attack.

Parker was out in his yard during the recent rain storm, digging a drainage ditch, when the attack came. Friends and neighbors carried him into his home, where he passed away a short time later.

Parker was a native of Albertville, Wis., born July 28, 1878. He came to Lake County around 1920 to make Lakeport his permanent home.

He was an employee for many years of the Lakeport branch of the Diamond Match Company, and was also an employee of the Will Jones Lumber Company.

Surviving are his wife, Jessie, of Lakeport; two brothers, Chas. and Thomas Parker, of Monto Sano; three sisters, Mrs. Jeannie Bonner of Wisconsin, and two others also of Wisconsin.

Funeral services were held from Jones Mortuary Thursday afternoon, December 7. Interment followed at Hartley Cemetery.

Contributed by Judy Dubauskas

PARRISH, Charles

UPPER LAKER CALLED BY DEATH LAST FRIDAY

Lake County Bee, April 18, 1941

The Upper Lake community was saddened Friday evening by the sudden death of Charles Parrish, aged 68.

Mr. Parrish had been in ill health the past winder, but his demise was unexpected. About 10 o'clock Friday evening a short attack of heart trouble caused him to pass peacefully with his beloved wife at his side.

Charles Parrish was born in Beckwith, Plumas county, Nov. 7, 1872. His mother passed away when he was one month old and he was reared in Scotts Valley by Zeno Morrison, an uncle. He attended school in Scotts Valley and Lakeport.

In 1897 he was married to Miss Sarah Frances DeVaul. They made their home in the Clover Valley section of Upper Lake.

The bereaved relatives are the widow, Mrs. Sarah Parrish; a daughter, Mrs. Irene B. Summers, a son, Frank of San Francisco and a son, Jack, who at present is ill in the Letterman Hospital in San Francisco. A son, Curtis, died in infancy. The grandchildren are the sons and daughter of Mrs. Summers, Robert, Keith, William and Frances.

Services were held Monday afternoon at the Jones Mortuary with interment at the family plot in Hartley cemetery.

The entire community is extending sympathy to the relatives of this man who was a devoted husband and father and a friendly neighbor.

Contributed by Pat Bird

PATTEN, Henrietta

BELOVED RESIDENT OF SCOTT'S VALLEY PASSES AWAY ON MONDAY

Lake County Bee, September 20, 1940

The funeral of Mrs. Henrietta Patten, who passed away at her home in Scotts Valley on Monday, was held in the Jones Mortuary Wednesday afternoon at 2 o'clock. The mortuary was filled with sorrowing relatives and friends, who gathered to pay their last respects to one everybody loved so well.

Innumerable floral pieces and bouquets graced the entire front of the chapel and were magnificent in their beauty.

Henrietta Meador was born in San Jose March 12, 1860, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. G. B. Meador, and was one of thirteen children. In 1880 the family moved to Bachelor Valley where on August 1, 1883, she became the bride of Thomas Patten. Mr. Patten served as supervisor for district four some years ago.

The couple made their home in Bachelor Valley for six years and then Mr. Patten purchased a ranch in Scott's Valley where the beloved couple made their home for over 35 years.

Mrs. Patten broke her hip in January, 1939, and since that time had been confined to her bed. She was lovingly cared for by her daughter-in-law, Mrs. Roy Patten, and her husband until the end came at 10 o'clock Monday. She was the last member of her large family.

The passing of Mrs. Patten brought regret for she was one of the most beloved residents of the valley. She was never too busy to lend her help to any worthy cause and was very active until her accident.

She is survived by her grief stricken husband, two sons, Roy and Burdette Patten of Scotts Valley and three grandchildren.

The Bee extends its sincere sympathy to the bereaved ones in their sorrow.

Contributed by Anita Crabtree

PINER, Charles A.

DIED AT HIS HOME NEAR KELSEYVILLE, ON JANUARY 8th, 1905, CHARLES A. PINER, AGED 77 YEARS

Clear Lake Press, January 14, 1905

Charles Anthony Piner was born in Calloway county, Missouri, Dec. 6th, 1827, being one of a family of seven brothers and sisters, only one of whom, Stephen M. Piner, of this village, is now living. In 1848, at the age of 21, the subject of this brief memoir was united in marriage to Miss Sarah A. Hand, who lives to mourn his death. In 1849, Mr. Piner crossed the plains with his wife and child in an ox wagon, settling first in Napa county, California, in 1850, thence removing in 1852 to the present site of Santa Rosa, where he was one of the early settlers. In 1858, he removed to Ukiah, in Mendocino county, from which place he came to Lake county, locating here in 1861. Ten children were born to Mr. and Mrs. Piner, all but one of them being Native sons or daughters, and seven of them surviving their father. Named in order of their births, the children are given as follows: George W. Piner, Mrs. Jennie Renfro, Mrs. Katherine Robison (deceased), Mrs. Mary Williams, Charles S. Piner, Violet Piner (deceased), John S. Piner, Mrs. Marilda Rideout, Henry Piner (deceased), and Mrs. Rosa Norton.

Mr. Piner rejoiced in the artless prattle of thirty-five grandchildren, thirty of whom are now living, and twenty of them being present at their grandfather's funeral. Of great-grandchildren twenty-one have been born, eighteen surviving him, eleven of whom attended his funeral. It has been remarked as a notable fact in the known history of Mr. Piner's family that five times it has occurred that there were five generations of the name living.

Few men have lived through the stressful pioneer days of California as blamelessly as Charles Piner. To every resident of this community he was affectionately known as "Uncle Charlie." His funeral was one of the most largely attended that has occurred in the history of Kelseyville.

All the business houses in town closed as the sorrowing friends and relatives paced the last solemn journey from the dead man's late residence to his final resting place, and the public schools in town closed for the afternoon on Tuesday (the day of the burial). At the house, Elder McCash, of Lakeport, delivered an affecting sermon, after Elder J. J. Bruton had uttered a heartfelt prayer to the giver of all things over the mortal remains of his life-long friend. Ten stalwart grandsons of the dead man bore his body to the grave. More than a hundred vehicles were in the funeral procession, fourteen conveyances being required for the relatives alone. The last words were spoken committing his form to Mother Earth, and the friends dispersed to their several homes, truly grieving that his face should be seen no more among us, yet just as truly rejoicing that the dead man's kind words and gentle nature still live and are imperishable so long as we have memory. To him, the sweet peace he has earned! To us, the strife of the living, but with the advantage of his worthy life as an example!

Contributed by Anita Crabtree

PINER, Frances Ann

DEATH SUMMONS MRS. W. A. PINER AT LAKEPORT HOME

Lake County Bee, November 25, 1937

Last Rites Held Monday Afternoon - Was Mother Of Carroll Spielman

Deep regret is being expressed in the Lakeport community in the sad passing of Mrs. Frances Ann Piner, who was called to rest at midnight after lying in a serious condition at her home on Second street for ten days. Death resulted from a stroke of paralysis which she suffered while working in her garden at her home on the morning of November 9. She never fully regained consciousness after being stricken and but little hope had been expressed for her recovery. Death came peacefully and quietly.

Up to the time of her last illness, Mrs. Piner appeared in the best of health, although she had suffered with a heart spell about two years prior to her last illness. It was believed she had recovered from her first spell.

Mr. Piner found his wife lying on the ground unconscious a short time after her stroke in the garden and carried her into the home. A physician was summoned and everything possible was done to aid her condition, but with no avail.

Came to Lakeport As A Girl

The deceased was the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. William Clemens Stanley and was born in Iowa on December 28, 1874. She came to Lakeport with hr parents when a girl of nine years. She was married to John Spielman in Lower Lake in 1893 and two sons were born, Carroll of Lakeport and Clemens, of Oregon.

Mr. Spielman preceded his mate in death in 1900. Five years later Mrs. Spielman was wed to John H. Brown in the southern part of the state. The couple resided in the south until his death in 1932. A son, Stanley Brown, was born to this union. He is now married and resides in San Francisco.

On October 1 of last year, Mrs. Stanley [sic] became the wife of William Piner at Carson City, Nevada. Since that time the couple made their home on Second street in Lakeport where Mr. Piner conducts the Auto Top Shop.

Surviving relatives besides her grieved husband and three sons is a brother, Owen Stanley, of Sacramento; also two sisters, Mrs. Jessie Haden of Palo Alto and Mrs. Louis Esau of Los Angeles.

Relatives Attend Services

With the exception of Clemens Spielman, other members of the family were present for the last rites, including Owen Stanley, Jr., of Sacramento and a close friend, Mrs. Dave of Pasadena. It was impossible for Clemens Spielman to attend his mother's funeral.

The funeral services were conducted on Monday afternoon at 2:00 o'clock from the Jones Mortuary with Rev. NO. IF. Johnson of the Methodist church, officiating. Entombment followed at the Kelseyville cemetery.

Mrs. Piner was a devoted wife and mother and hr friends were numerous and loyal in this county. Deep sympathy is extended the saddened family.

Mr. Piner has been staying with his brother, George Piner, in Kelseyville, since his wife's passing. His step-son, Stanley Brown and the latter's wife, of San Francisco, have also been with him but left Tuesday for their home.

Contributed by Betty Helf, RAGOK Volunteer

PINER, George W.

GEORGE W. PINER, A PIONEER CITIZEN CALLED HOME

(Unknown paper)

George W. Piner, whose death we noted last week, was born in Missouri November 26, 1848, and was brought to California in 1849 by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Charles A. Piner, who came overland and were six months on the way. He lived one year in Napa county, two years in Calaveras county, and then in Sonoma county till 1861, when he came to Lake county, where he has resided continuously.

In 1870 he married Miss Sarah Stonebraker, and to them were born five children, one, a son, Fred, having died in infancy.

About a year ago he had an attack of measles, from which he never seemed to fully recover, and lately a seige of grip-later developing into plurisy-and at the last erysipelas, and he passed away at 6 o'clock Sunday morning, May 5, 1907, aged 58 years, 5 months and 9 days. The funeral was held Tuesday afternoon at 2 o'clock at the home on Third street, the services being conducted by Elder Levi McCash, pastor of the Christian church, of which denomination Mr. Piner had for many years been a member. The interment was at Odd Fellows' Cemetery, and a very large procession of friends followed the remains to their last earthly resting place.

He leaves a wife and four children, Mrs. James Price, William A. Piner, George W. Piner and Mrs. E. E. Hillyer, an aged mother and several brothers and sisters to mourn his loss.

The youngest son, George, is in London studying music and Mr Piner grieved that he could not see him once more, before passing to the Great Beyond.

An unusual feature of Mr. Piner's married life was the fact that he had never moved by once in the nearly 37 years since that event, he having set up housekeeping with his bride in the house across Kelsey creek near the foot-bridge,, and living there 25 years, moving from there to the home on Third street, where he died. Contributed by Mike & Lois Jordan

PINER, Pearl

MRS. PEARL PINER DIED FOLLOWING PARALYTIC STROKE

Lake County Bee, January 16, 1936

Services Held Here Monday For Wife Of Lakeport Business Man

Death summoned Mrs. Pearl Piner at her home here Friday night following a paralytic stroke which she suffered earlier in the day. Mrs. Piner had been in ill health for some time and despite medical treatment failed to respond to any appreciable degree.

A native of Fresno, born June 21, 1880, she lived here for many years with her husband, William A. Piner, Lakeport business man, who survives her as do three children. Alice B. Piner and Jack Bulen of San Francisco, who were here to attend the last rites of their mother, and William Bulen of Chicago.

Funeral services were held here Monday afternoon from the Jones Mortuary with interment taking place at the Kelseyville Cemetery with the Rev. A. S. Cecil of the Methodist church officiating.

Sympathy to the surviving relatives is extended by scores of friends throughout the county.

Contributed by Betty Helf, RAGOK Volunteer

PINER, Sarah A.

"GRANDMA" PINER" ANSWERS FINAL SUMMONS

(Unknown paper)

The death on Sunday, March 7th, of Mrs. Sarah Annette Piner, which occurred at the home of her daughter Mrs. David Williams, in Lakeport, removes another of the early Lake County pioneers who are passing year by year.

Sarah A. Hand was a native of Nashville, Tenn., born August 22, 1822, being therefore at the time of her death 82 years, 6 months and 14 days of age. On March 2, 1848, she was united in marriage to Charles Anthony Piner of Dade County, Missouri.

In 1849 the young couple joined the "gold rush" to the new land of California, traveling overland in a "prairie schooner", and after a tedious journey across the plains, arrived at Lassen Ranch in the early part of October of that year. There Mr. Piner followed mining for about a year, afterwards engaging in dairying near Santa Rosa until 1858, when the family removed to Mendocino county, settling near Ukiah. In 1861 they came to Kelseyville, and several years later established themselves on the ranch east of town, under the shadow of Mount Konocti, which continued to be their home until the death of Mr. Piner on January 8, 1905.

Of this union ten children were born, six of whom are left to mourn the loss of their aged mother, as follows: Mrs. J. E. Renfro and Mrs. F. J. Norton, Kelseyville; Mrs. David Williams, Lakeport; C. S. Piner, Calistoga; J. S. Piner, Santa Rosa; and Mrs. W. L. Rideout, Whittier.

"Grandma" Piner, as she had been known for many years, was a woman of high Christian ideals and well loved in the community. A faithful wife, devoted mother and loyal friend, the world is always made better by the influence of such a life.

During the past winter "Grandma" had been with her daughter at Lakeport, and for many weeks her life had been like a frail thread, liable to break at any moment.

The funeral was held this forenoon at the Christian church here, of which deceased had long been a member, the services being conducted by Rev. H. H. Ball of Lakeport, and interment was at I.O.O.F. cemetery.

Contributed by Mike & Lois Jordan

PITNEY, Eugenia

EUGENIA D. PITNEY PASSES AT HOME ON CLOVER CREEK

Lake County Bee, February 18, 1931

A resident of Lake county since childhood and Upper Lake for the past 55 years, Mrs. Eugenia Davis Pitney, eldest daughter of William and Sarah Davis, early Lake county pioneers, passed away at 6:30 yesterday morning after an illness of the past few months. She was the wife of George Pitney, with whom she celebrated her golden wedding anniversary on January 3 of this year.

Born in San Joaquin September 8, 1858, Mrs. Pitney came to Lake county with her parents when a girl, the family first settling in Middletown and later in Lower Lake. Fifty-five years ago the family settled in Upper Lake. In 1881, the Pitneys were married and made their home for a number of years on Clover creek.

Besides the husband, five children survive, Mrs. Bertha Neil, Mrs. Clara Groom, Fred and Vane Pitney of Upper Lake and Warren Pitney of Oakland. There are also five grandchildren, besides three sisters as follows: Mrs. Alice Golda, Mrs. Flora Gilbert, both of Westpoint, Calaveras county, and Mrs. Nora Goltazena of San Francisco.

Mrs. Pitney was a good mother, quiet of nature and home loving. She was of the Baptist faith.

Funeral services will be held tomorrow afternoon from the Community church at 2:00 o'clock, in Upper Lake.

Members of the family have the sympathy of the Upper Lake community and other sections of the county.

Contributed by Anita Crabtree

POLK, Eliza Douglas LaRue

(Mrs. Thomas Wilkins/Widener Polk) died April 6, 1889)

Lakeport Democrat, April 12, 1889

Our town was greatly shocked on Saturday last to hear of the sudden death of Mrs. W. T. Polk. Heart disease we believe was the cause of her death. If feelings or words of sympathy could soften the grief of the devoted husband, son and daughter left to mourn for her, their grief would be light indeed, but such words or sympathy can do little to relieve the wounded heart.

Contributed by Pat Bird

POLK, Evangeline

MRS. EVANGELINE POLK LAID TO REST SUNDAY AT HARTLEY CEMETERY

Lake County Bee, October 12, 1945

Services for Mrs. Evangeline Polk, who passed to her long rest at 7:00 o'clock on the morning of October 3, 1945, in the Lakeside Hospital, were held Sunday afternoon, October 7, from the Polk home. The Russell Funeral Home, Inc. conducted the funeral, with Queen of the Lake Rebekah Lodge and the Rev. John Brunswick officiating.

Pallbearers were A. Z. Jones, Donald M. Griner, Lorin Meador, Curtis Thompson, B. J. Turner and E. G. Twedt. Interment was at Hartley Cemetery.

Evangeline Hawkins Polk was born in Benecia, California, on July 29, 1857. While quite young she moved with her family to a home near Monticello in Napa county and received her education in Napa county and San Francisco schools. At Monticello, on October 25, 1877 she was united in marriage with Robert T. Polk, who was a native of Missouri but had been a resident of Monticello since 1864. Mr. Polk's father was a cousin of the eleventh President of the United States.

To this union was born three sons, Percy W., born in Cherry Valley, Napa county; Robert C and Roy H. both born in Upper Lake. In 1883 the R. J. Polk family moved to Upper Lake and settled on the Polk ranch east of Upper Lake, which for 62 years has continued to be the family home. During those years Mrs. Polk has been called upon to mourn the passing of her eldest son Percy in 1916, her mother in 1922 and her husband on October 2, 1923.

She leaves to mourn her loss her two sons, Robert and Roy, with their wives, Gertrude and Ruth, six grandchildren, Mrs. Helene Eakle, Woodland; Percy C. Polk, Upper Lake; Lt. James A. Polk, Mariposa; Mrs. Dorothy Gard, Upper Lake; Mrs. Elysse Twedt, Salinas. Six great grandchildren, Frank and Mildred Eakle, of Woodland; Gary and Diane Polk, Denna Lee Polk and Larry William Gard, all of Upper Lake; a sister Mrs. Delphine McEwen, San Francisco; and a number of nieces and nephews also of San Francisco.

Mrs. Polk was a woman who loved life and one who took an active interest in community affairs even to the last of her long life. As long as she was able to go about, she took an active part in the work of the church and schools and women's clubs. She was a charter member of Queen of the Lake Rebekah Lodge and always one of their most enthusiastic workers. From childhood she was a member of the Presbyterian Church and was a strong Christian character throughout her life. She was among the group to organize the Protective Club in Upper Lake and also one of those to organize the PTA in Upper Lake. She was a faithful and devoted wife and mother, a real home maker, a good neighbor, a staunch friend, and one whose influence was always used on the side of what was right and kind and uplifting.

Deepest sympathy is extended the family by a wide circle of friends.

Out of town relatives and friends to attend the funeral services were: Mrs. Dell McEwen, Mr. and Mrs. O. L. Vanskike, Mr. G. I. Hawkins, all of San Francisco; Mr. and Mrs. S. C. Davidson of Sacramento, Mr. and Mrs. Harold Eakle of Woodland, Mrs. J. L. Rogers of Menlo Park, Mr. W. C. Grant and Mr. R. G. Grant, Mrs. Ellen Copsey, Mrs. Linea Lemmerz and daughter, all of Ukiah, Mr. and Mrs. E. G. Twedt of Salinas and Mr. and Mrs. Vernon Bogle of Clarksburg.
(The sixth grandchild was Robert Ashley Polk.)

Contributed by Pat Bird

POLK, Percy Wilkins

PERCY POLK DIES IN UPPER LAKE

Lake County Bee, March 10, 1916

A Highly Respected Merchant Victim of Attack of Typhoid Fever Complications

The Grim Reaper claimed another prominent citizen of Lake County when Percy Polk, a druggist of Upper Lake, passed away after a severe attack of typhoid fever at his home Sunday morning. Mr. Polk had been sick for several weeks and the whole northern end of the county was anxiously awaiting for news of his recovery. The end came peacefully.

The funeral services were held at the home of the deceased Tuesday morning at 10 o'clock. Rev. C. W. Watson conducting the services. Following this the Odd Fellows took charge of the funeral, and held the rites of the lodge over the remains at the graveside. A large number of people attended the funeral from Kelseyville and Lakeport, and nearly the entire town of Upper Lake turned out to pay last respects to the departed.

Percy Polk was born in Napa Co. August 18, 1878, and was therefore 37 years, 6 months, and 15 days of age at the time of his death. With the family he moved to Upper Lake when 5 years of age and has been engaged in the drug business for a number of years. He leaves a wife, formerly Miss Lulu Clark of Black's Station, Yolo County, (a sister of Rev. Todd Clark, and Mrs. Leonard Alley) and three children, two boys and a girl. Two brothers also survive him; Roy H. who has a garage in Upper Lake, and Robert C. his partner in the drug business for the past ten years. His mother and father, Mr. and Mrs. Robert Polk also survive him as well as a grandmother. The loved ones who mourn his loss have the sympathy of the entire community who regret to lose such a good citizen so early in life.

Contributed by Pat Bird

POLK, Robert Tyler

(died October 2, 1923)

ROBERT T. POLK SUCCUMBS

Lake County Bee, October 4, 1923

Robert T. Polk, resident of Upper Lake for more than 40 years, died early Monday morning in San Francisco at Dante Hospital after a long illness. Members of the family brought him to the city for medical treatment one week prior to his death. While his illness was known to be serious, the news of his death came as a shock to the family members and friends.

He leaves a widow, Evageline H. Polk and two sons, Roy and Robert Jr., residents of Upper Lake. Mr. Polk was born at Westport, Missouri on December 6, 1852. He was married at Cherry Valley, Napa county, October 25, 1877, moving to Lake county a few years later. He was a member of the Odd Fellows lodge and has many friends in the county who will regret very much his passing. The remains have been shipped to Lake county and the funeral services will be held this afternoon at 2 o'clock at the family home at Upper Lake under the auspices of the Odd Fellows. Rev. T. G. Patterson will officiate. Interment will be made at Hartley Cemetery.

Contributed by Pat Bird

POLK, Thomas Wilkins/Widener

(died November 13, 1899)

Clear Lake Press, November 16, 1899

Mr. T. W. Polk, a citizen of Upper Lake, was buried at Hartley cemetery on Tuesday. Deceased, an old and favorably known citizen of Upper Lake, died at the ripe age of 84 years. Mr. R. S. Polk resident of Upper Lake and Mrs. D. C. McDougal are his surviving children.

(His son was R (Robert) T (Tyler) Polk.)

Contributed by Pat Bird

PORTER, Isabella

MRS. PORTER DIES IN LOS ANGELES

Lake County Bee, October 13, 1938

Mr & Mrs Lawrence Story, Mrs. Donald Griner, Harry Vann and Carrol and Merrill Vann returned from San Francisco this week where they had gone to attend the funeral of Mr. Vann's mother, Mrs. Isabella Porter. Mrs. Porter, who was well known here, passed away at the home of her nephew Allen Pool in Los Angeles, death being due to heart trouble.

The late Mrs. Porter was born Aug 9, 1869 in Red Bluff. At the age of 5 her family moved to Upper Lake where she attended local schools and spent much of her younger life, later residing in Santa Rosa and San Francisco. Her husband Samuel Porter preceded her in death five years ago. She leaves her only child, Harry Vann of Upper Lake, four grandchildren Mrs. Donald Griner, Mrs. Lawrence Story, Carrol and Merrill Vann, four great grandchildren Nancy Carol and Donald Griner and Merle and Johnnie Story, a sister Mrs. Florence Pool of San Francisco, and a nephew Allen Pool of Los Angeles. Interment was made at Woodlawn Cemetery in San Francisco.

(Isabelle Hust/Hurst; 1st Spouse - George W. Vann)

Contributed by Pat Bird

PRICE, James H.

JAS. H. PRICE, FORMER LOCAL RESIDENT, DEAD

Lake County Bee, June 15, 1927

James H. Price, Santa Rosa resident for the past fifteen years and formerly of Kelseyville, died at the former city Friday following a long illness. His widow, Susy A. Price, was a member of the pioneer Piner family of Lake county, a sister of Mrs. W. H. Adams and Wm. A. Piner of Lakeport and George W. Piner of San Francisco.

Interment took place at Kelseyville Monday. The family have the sympathy of many friends.

Contributed by Betty Helf, RAGOK Volunteer

"Q"

QUARLES, William - Pioneer Citizen Succumbs At 85

Was Former San Francisco Police Officer

Lake County Bee, December 5, 1935

William Forrest Quarles, 85, highly respected citizen of Middletown, passed away at the Lakeport hospital following a heart attack on December 1. He was born in Lexington, Kentucky in 1850 and came here in the early days with his parents, the late John Quarles and Mary Forrest Hunt.

Mr. Quarles, for a number of years, was a member of the San Francisco police department and left there shortly after the death of his wife Molly in 1917. He was a man of kindly and generous nature, beloved by his friends and neighbors.

Funeral services werre conducted on Tuesday at the Community church in Middletown with the Rev. Donald Latimer officiating. Interment was made at the local cemetery.

He leaves to mourn his loss the following brothers and sister, Byrd, Bent, Charles Hunt of Middletown, Mrs. Annie Ferrill of Lakeport, Chester H. Hunt of Palo Alto and Miss Lena Hunt of Middletown.

Friends and neighbors extend to the bereaved relatives their heartfelt sympathy in the loss of their loved on.

Contributed by Anita Crabtree

QUIGLEY, Hawkins T.

Lake County Bee, March 29, 1923

Another pioneer resident of this place passes away in Oakland last Thursday when Hawkins T. Quigley passed to the great beyond. Mr. Quigley came to this section more than forty years ago and settled in what is now called Long Valley where he was engaged in farming. Later on he moved to town and was engaged in other business until 1900. Since that time he has been working at ranching in and around Middletown. "Tuck" as he was known among his friends was a very well liked man and had a great many friends in this locality. He was born in Missouri and came to this state as a very young man. Funeral services were held in St. Helena on Friday of last week. He leaves to mourn his loss two sons, Bruce Quigley of Williams and Ira M. Quigley of Berkeley and two daughters who are residents of the Bay cities.

Contributed by Brittzmom@aol.com

"R"

RENFRO, Jennie E.

ESTEEMED LADY PASSES AWAY

Lake County Bee, April 21, 1916

Mrs. Jennie E. Renfro Answers Last Call Wednesday Morning

Kelseyville and the balance of the county learned with regret on Wednesday that Mrs. Jennie E. Renfro, a highly esteemed pioneer woman of this county, had passed away that morning at 7 o'clock after a lingering attack of chronic bronchitis. The funeral will be held at her late residence in Kelseyville this (Friday) afternoon at two o'clock, and interment will be made in the I.O.O.F. Cemetery at Kelseyville. Rev. H. H. Ball of the Christian Church at Lakeport, of which deceased was a devout member, will conduct the services, and the funeral will be in charge of Mr. and Mrs. A. M. Russell.

Jennie E. Piner was born on November 27, 1850 in Calavaras County, California, to Mr. and Mrs. Charles A. Piner. At the age of nine years, with her parents, she moved to Lake County, where she has been a resident of the Kelseyville section ever since. On October 24, 1869 she was married to the late James Harvey Piner, who was accidently killed by being kicked by a horse at this ranch on May 20, 1892. Six children survive her; Mrs. Herbert Mosher of Sacramento, Mrs. Arthur Fultz of Kelsey, Mrs. Jennie Boggs of Taft, W. H. Renfro, T. C. Renfro, and H. D. Renfro of Kelseyville. Besides the children, deceased is survived by three sisters: Mrs. David Williams of Lakeport, Mrs. F. J. Norton of Kelseyville and Mrs. W. L. Rideout of Long Beach, and two brothers: Chas. Piner of Calistoga and John Piner of Santa Rosa.

Contributed by Betty Helf, RAGOK Volunteer

RENFRO, Willard H.

LAST RITES HELD IN LAKEPORT FOR WILLARD RENFRO

Lake County Bee, May 25, 1932

Funeral services for Willard H. (Happy) Renfro were held in Lakeport Sunday afternoon at Jones' Mortuary at 2:00 o'clock, the well known young man of Kelseyville having been called to death on Wednesday at the Saint Helena Sanitarium.

While Mr. Renfro had been ill for about seven weeks at his home, suffering from a stomach ailment, few if any of his friends realized the seriousness of the illness until Monday of last week, when his condition became alarming. He was taken by ambulance to the Sanitarium, where an examination disclosed perforated stomach ulcers and other complications of the heart and kidneys. A hurried operation was performed on Wednesday, from which Mr. Renfro failed to rally.

Willard Renfro was born in Kelseyville on December 6, 1901, and had resided in that community during his lifetime. He is survived by his wife and a stepdaughter, Roberta Orr; a brother, Gus Renfro, as well as a half sister, Miss Roberta Campbell. He was a grandson of Mr. and Mrs. W. M. Nobles, his mother, who passed away a number of years ago, being a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Nobles. Besides these there are many other relatives in the community who will morn his passing.

"Happy" Renfro, as he was known to his countless friends and associates, because of his genial personality and pleasant smile for everybody, was a splendid young man. Athletic of build and robust of health until his last illness, it is difficult for one to realize that this young man has been called in his youthful prime.

The many friends of "Happy" Renfro extent to his bereaved relatives heartfelt sympathy in their genuine sorrow.

The funeral services, largely attended, were conducted by Rev. Anderson of Kelseyville Community church. George Bossert rendered vocal solos with piano accompaniment being made by Mrs. Elmo Howard.

The Woodmen Lodge of Kelseyville, of which Mr. Renfro was a member, conducted services at the I.O.O.F. cemetery in Kelseyville, where entombment was made.

Contributed by Betty Helf, RAGOK Volunteer

RICE, C. C.

Died, at his residence near Upper Lake, on Sunday evening, January 11, 1891, C. C. Rice, Esq., aged 73 years.

Lake Democrat, January 16, 1891

Thus is another of the noble pioneers of Lake county called from labor to rest. Mr. C. C. Rice has been a resident of the county for 31 years, and has reared an honorable family of children as a monument to his name. He was a man of much force of character and one who in all the relation of life was upright, honorable and just. As a husband and father he was considerate and kind, as a neighbor ever obliging and as a citizen one who did honor to the county and State of his adoption. He leaves an aged wife and four sons and one daughter, all of whom are grown to man and womanhood, to mourn the demise of a loved and respected husband and father. His sons are Sam. H. of Ukiah, and W. I; J. F., and B. F., of Upper Lake, and Mrs. Belle Bulliam, of Missouri.

ROBISON, Catherine Piner

DEATH AT CAPAY

The Mail of Woodland, Woodland, Yolo Co., California, June 18, 1899

Capay, June 17, 1899

Mrs. Robison, wife of R. K. Robison, died in this town today after an illness of several weeks. Her home is in Guinda, she having been here under medical treatment. Death resulted from a complication of diseases. Besides her husband she leaves seven children, four of whom, three daughters and one son, are married. Her husband is the butcher at Guinda. Deceased has lived in the Capay Valley for a number of years. She was a most estimable lady and had a great many friends, all of whom are deeply grieved at the sad tidings of her death.

Deceased was a native of California and 46 years of age. The funeral will take place today at 10 o'clock. Interment will be made in the Odd Fellows Cemetery.

(This is Sarah Catherine PINER ROBISON. Her parents were Charles Anthony Piner and Sarah Annetta Hand of Lake County)

Contributed by Revae

ROBISON, Rufus Kirk

R. K. ROBISON IS CALLED BY DEATH

The Mail of Woodland, Woodland, Yolo Co., California, July 2, 1913

Funeral of Man Who grew To Manhood in this Section to be Held Today.
Pioneer Passes Away After Life of Many Years of Usefulness in This County.

Rufus Kirk Robison, who came to California in 1849 and who for many years has been a resident of Yolo county, died here yesterday morning. The funeral will be held at 9:30 o'clock this morning from the Kitto funeral chapel and the interment will be in the Odd Fellows cemetery at Capay. The funeral cortege will leave for Capay immediately following the services here.

The deceased was 66 years, 10 months and 2 days old at the time of his death. He was a native of Iowa. His parents moved to California when he was a small child and he spent his boyhood days in this state. He received his education in Yolo county finishing the grammar school course and later attending the Hesperian College which graduated so many prominent men in Yolo county.

Mr. Robison was married May 16, 1869 to Miss Sarah Katherine Piner at Kelseyville. Mrs. Robison died June 17, 1899.

For a score of years Mr. Robison was engaged in business in Guinda and for several years in Napa. About three years ago he retired from active business life and made his home with the H. E. Norton family near Woodland. Mr. Robison has been ill for some time and recently his condition became so serious that little hope was held for his recovery. He is survived by three sons, P. Q. Robison of Berkeley, Morton Robison of Santa Cruz, and Charles F. Robison of Napa; four daughters, Mrs. H. E. Norton of Woodland, Mrs. Alice Stitt of San Francisco, Mrs. Lou Gurrie and Miss Ola Robison of San Jose; three brothers, E. H. and Benjamin Robison of San Jose, and Albert Robison of San Francisco; and three sisters, Mrs. Allen of Idaho, Mrs. Smith of Merced and Mrs. Hoyt of Watsonville.

Contributed by Revae

ROBINSON, Ellen Geraldine

Lake County Bee, March 1, 1933

Lakeport and Scotts Valley friends of Mrs. D. A. Robinson, former resident of Scotts Valley on the Dr. French ranch, will be sorry to learn of her death which occurred at Petrolia, Humboldt county, where she had been residing with her daughter, Mrs. Ruth Hunter.

The mother had not been in good health for several months but on Friday a week ago, while at the dinner table, she suffered a stroke of apoplexy which was followed by two more which proved fatal on Monday of last week.

The remains were shipped to Irvington, Alameda county, where the funeral services were held from the Community Church there on Wednesday afternoon. Rev. Moore of Palo Alto, former Lakeport pastor, conducted the services which were attended by many oldtime friends, Mrs. Robinson having resided there for a number of years.

In fact, Mrs. Robinson was born in Irvington on May 2, 1857. She went to reside there also after leaving Lake county. Several years ago she went to Petrolia to make her home with Mrs. Hunter and family.

Besides her husband, Mrs. Robinson is survived by three daughters, Mrs. Lily Robinson of Irvington; Mrs. Daisy Lytell and Mrs. Ruth Hunter of Petrolia; also a son, Leslie D. Robinson of the Philipine Islands and a sister, Mrs. Ida Bromell of Waddington, California. Ten grandchildren and four great grandchildren also survive besides numerous other relatives.

Mr. and Mrs. Claud Hunter came through Lakeport on Friday enroute to Petrolia after the funeral services. They were accompanied by the latter's father, D. A. Hunter.

Friends in this community offer deep sympathy to the bereaved family in their sadness.

Contributed by Betty Helf, RAGOK Volunteer

RUDDELL, Parthenia

AGED MRS. RUDDELL GOES TO LAST REST AFTER LONG LIFE

Lake County Bee, March 5, 1924, page 1

Mrs. Parthenia Ruddell passed away at her home on the Scotts Valley road, Saturday, at the age of 85 years, four months and sixteen days. Mrs. Ruddell had been in poor health for three months, and due to her extreme age, her demise was not unexpected.

Mrs. Ruddell was born in Iowa, October 14, 1838, the daughter of Jacob and Nancy Fees. She was married to James Ruddell in that State in May, 1856, and with him and their small family crossed the plains by ox team to Nevada in 1864. The family lived in Nevada until 1876, when they moved to California and settled in Lake county. Their first home was in Scotts Valley, but for many years past the Ruddell home has been within the town limits, Mrs. Ruddell living there continuously except for occasional periods with her daughter in Nevada.

Mr. Ruddell died three years ago. The esteemed couple celebrated their fiftieth and sixtieth wedding anniversaries in Lakeport, in the company of many of their descendants.

Four children were born to the couple, all of whom are living, William C. Ruddell of Lovelocks, Nevada; Mrs. Jennie Duvidler of Golconda, Nevada; Emry J. Ruddell of Lakeport; and Mrs. Minnie Lay of Sulphur, Nevada. All of the children were with the aged mother during her final sickness, but William Ruddell was called home by sickness in his own family shortly before her death. There are sixteen grandchildren and twenty great-grandchildren in the family.

Mrs. Ruddell was a woman of fine character, and a devoted wife and parent to her family. She had been a member of the Christian church since her childhood, and was an active Christian worker so long as her health would permit. The family have the sympathy of many friends in their loss.

The funeral services were held at the home of her son, Emry Ruddell, yesterday afternoon, conducted by Rev. W. O. S. Cliffe and were largely attended. Burial took place at Hartley Cemetery.

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PARTHENIA RUDDELL IS CLAIMED BY DEATH

Unidentified newspaper

(Died 03 January 1924)

In the passing of Mrs. Parthenia Fees Ruddell, Lakeport lost another of her highly respected and esteemed citizens. Mrs. Ruddell had been ill since the day before Thanksgiving and death came as a relief to her suffering on Saturday afternoon.

The deceased was born in Des Moines County, Iowa, October 14, 1838. In 1856 she was united in marriage to James Ruddell who passed away about five years ago. To this union were born four children, William Ruddell, Mrs. Jennie Duvivier, and Mrs. Minnie Lay all residents of Nevada and Emry Ruddell who resides in Lakeport.

In 1864 Mr. and Mrs. Ruddell crossed the plains by ox team coming from Nevada where they remained until 1875 when they moved to Lake County where they have since made their home.

When 14 years of age Mrs. Ruddell united with the Christian Church, and has since remained a faithful and devoted member.

Besides her children she leaves to mourn her death three sisters, Sophie Main of Oklahoma, Jane Hazelwood of Lakeport and two brother[sic] Arthur Fees of Riverside, California and Charles Fees of Lower Lake. There are also sixteen grand children and twenty great grand children.

The funeral service was conducted at the E. J. Ruddell home at 2 o'clock yesterday afternoon with Rev. W. O. S. Cliffe officiating. Interment took place at Hartley cemetery.

Contributed by Shirley Wilcox

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SCOTT, Ida A.

IDA A. SCOTT, WELL KNOWN BACHELOR RESIDENT, PASSES

Lake County Bee, January 7, 1925

Death called Ida A. Scott of Upper Lake Monday night shortly before midnight, following an illness of the last two years. While her condition has been grave the past few days and the end was not unexpected, yet her death cast a gloom over the community in which she had resided for nearly forty years.

Mrs. Scott was a native of Pennsylvania, born April 9, 1863. She was married forty years ago in her native state to A. N. Scott, who survives her. Prior to her marriage she taught school. About a year following her marriage, she came to California with her husband and with the exception of a short residence in Vacaville, resided in Bachelor Valley continuously these many years.

Besides the bereaved husband, two daughters and six sons survive, Mrs. Alma Sleeper of Upper Lake, Mrs. Ruby Harmon of Bachelor Valley, Lloyd and Burly Scott, Westwood; Bruce, Zay, James and John, residents of Upper Lake.

Mrs. Scott was a kind and loving mother and a devoted wife and her memory will be cherished by her many friends in the county who knew her and loved her. She was a woman of high ideals and words cannot express the sentiment of the community in which she lived in regard to her passing and much sympathy is extended to the bereaved family.

The funeral services will be held at the family home tomorrow afternoon, Thursday, at 2:00 o'clock. Entombment is to be made at the Upper Lake Cememtery.

Contributed by Kathi Alvey
Lake County, CA Volunteer

SLEEPER, Charles

Clear Lake Press, April 10, 1902

Charles Sleeper, eldest son of the late D. O. and Mary J. Sleeper, died at his home near Upperlake on Friday, April 4, of Bright's disease after a very brief illness. Mr. Sleeper was a native of California and spent the greater part of his life of 44 years in Lake county. He leaves to mourn his demise a widow and four children, three sons and a daughter. The PRESS extends heartfelt sympathy to the bereaved family.

SLEEPER, J. Mack

Upper Lake Pioneer taken in death here

Dispatch Democrat, Ukiah, California, 19 Mar. 1926

J. Mack Sleeper, a resident of Upper Lake since 1863, died in the Langland hospital in this city last Sunday at the age of 85 years. He leaves five children. Funeral services were held Tuesday at Upper Lake and interment was in the cemetery at that place.

Contributed by Rose Davidson

SLEEPER, Lydia

OLDEST POMO INDIAN SUCCUMBS AT LAKEPORT

Santa Rosa Press Democret, June 12, 1961

Mrs. Lydia Sleeper, the oldest member of the Pomo Indian tribe, died last night in a Lakeport rest home. Tribe member considered her 108 years old. Her actual age was estimated to be about 96. Mrs. Sleeper, Lake county's oldest resident, had lived on every Indian rancheria in the county during her long lifetime. None of her children are living but she is believed to have 9 grandchildren, 10 great grandchildren and 5 great-great grandchildren in the Lake county area. She was the sister of William Graves, acknowledged chief of the Pomo tribe, who died last December.

She was one of the few remaining "chanters" of the tribe and chanted the ancient rites at her brother's burial.

Lakeport residents remember watching Mrs. Sleeper, as recently as 15 years ago, gathering tules from Clear Lake. She was considered one of the most skillful basket makers in the tribe. She escaped death many years ago when she was on Clear Lake in a storm with eight Pomo men, all of whom drowned. She was found, nearly dead, clinging to the boat. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at the Dewell Rancheria near Upper Lake. Summerhill Mortuary is in charge of arrangements.

Pomo rites with chanters, possibly Jonathan Moore, Upper Lake and Clifford Salvador, Cache Creek, are expected for Mrs. Sleeper.

Contributed by Anita Crabtree

SMITH, James Hartford

Unknown newspaper, 1906

Died at his home in Cobb Valley, Monday, January 2nd, James Hartford Smith, aged 78 years, 11 months and 2 days, father of Ham Smith of Lakeport.

Mr. Smith was born in Pennsylvania, February 22, 1827, and spent his early life there and in Holmes County, Ohio. He journeyed to California in 1866 and settled in Solano County. Later he moved to Napa County, and in 1869 to Lake County, settling in Cobb Valley where he resided up to the time of his death. Here he was known for an industrious and worthy farmer and citizen, and raised very creditably a large family.

The children surviving him are Nathan, Josiah, Mrs. Elmira Thorington, Hamilton Smith, Mrs. Louisa Tremble and two children Rodney and Edith, by his second wife.

The funeral services were held at his late home on Wednesday, and the interment was made at Cobb Valley Cemetery.

The passing of Mr. Smith to his final rest adds one more to the long list to Lake County Pioneers who have responded to death's call within the last two years.

SMYTHE, Annis

Lake County Bee, June 5, 1918

COUNTY LOSES PROMINENT PIONEER WOMAN

Our community was saddened by the death of Mrs. Annis Smythe in Calistoga, May 29, 1918. She was a native of Missouri, age 66 years, 11 months and 12 days. The funeral was held in the Presbyterian Church in Middletown and interment in Middletown cemetery. She leaves to mourn her loss, her husband, F. H. Smythe, and nine children, Mrs. Frank Piner, F. H. Smythe Jr., Wilfred, Thomas A., Gladys M., Curtis M., William R., Eunice H., and Arthur Smythe; six grand-children and a host of friends and neighbors.

Mrs. Smythe was one of those straightforward, honest pioneer women of which California is so proud. Her death is a loss to the county, indeed. She was good-good, clean through, and to know her was to love her well.

We miss thee from our home, dear;
We miss thee from thy place,
A shadow o'er our life is cast;
We miss the sunshine of thy face.
We miss thy kind and willing hand.
Thy fond and earnest care;
Our home is dark without thee;
We miss thee everywhere.

Contributed by Susan Barcomb

SMYTHE, Frank, Jr.

Lake County Bee, June 16, 1926, Middletown

FRANK SMYTHE IS CALLED BY DEATH

Frank Smythe died after a short illness at Livermore on Thursday at the age of 52 years, 4 months and 21 days. He was the eldest son of the late Frank H. and Annis Smythe and passed his childhood days here. He was married to Miss Fannie Snow over twenty-five years ago and to this union were born Mrs. Hazel Culin, Misses Marie and Alta Smythe.

Funeral services were conducted at Middletown cemetery, Rev. George Whiteman officiating. The choir rendered several vocal selections. The floral pieces were many and beautiful. The community extends to the bereaved relatives their deepest sympathy in the loss of a loving father and brother.

Contributed by Susan Barcomb

SMYTHE, James L.

Unknown newspaper

Jas. L. Smythe, County Assessor, died last Saturday at 1 o'clock. His death was not unexpected, as he has been suffering for many years past with that dreaded enemy of the human race, consumption, and for many months past has been failing fast, and his friends knew that his stay on earth was limited. Mr. Smythe was about 37 years of age. He has made an excellent Assessor, an office he has held for two years, and still had two years to serve. He leaves a wife and three or four small children to mourn his loss.

The funeral took place on Sunday last from his farm some 7 miles from town, under the auspices of Hartley Lodge No. 199, F. and A. M., he being a member of the Masonic Lodge of Lower Lake. The procession from the house was a very large one, and at the grave many more were assembled to pay the last tribute of respect to the deceased.

Contributed by Susan Barcomb

STARKEY, Annie L.

MRS. STARKEY, FALL VICTIM, PASSES AWAY

From an unidentified paper, believed to the Lake County Bee. [Annie Lee Young Starkey died 13 August 1946]

Mrs. William H. Starkey, a member of a pioneer county family and native of Lake county, passed away at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, August 13, at he Franklin Hospital in San Francisco. She was taken to the hospital following a fall on July 18, in which she suffered a broken right hip. Mrs. Starkey was just recovering from a fall which occurred one year ago in which her left hip had been broken.

An operation was performed at the Franklin Hospital after her last fall, and despite her eighty years, Mrs. Starkey seemed to be recovering. Mrs. Betty Peterson, her sister, who was with her from the time she entered the hospital, stated that the demise came suddenly, following an unexpected relapse.

Born Miss Annie Lee Young on January 4, 1866, she married Wm. H. Starkey on October 22, 1883. Mr. Starkey passed away in Lakeport July 15, three days before Mrs. Starkey suffered her second and fatal accident. The deceased was staying with her daughter, Lila McCormick, previous to her confinement in the hospital.

In addition to her sister, Mrs. Peterson and her daughter, Lila, Mrs. Starkey is survived by two sons, Harold and Clarence of Arcata, and two other sisters, Mrs. Alma Varner, of Newhall, and Eula Umphred, of Oakland. Six grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren also survive.

Funeral services will be held at 10:30 this morning at the Jones Mortuary, Lakeport. Entombment will follow at the Hartley Cemetery.

Deep sympathy is extended to the survivors by the many Lake county residents who were acquainted with the deceased during her long and useful life and knew of her benevolences.

Contributed by Shirley Wilcox, a great-granddaughter

STARKEY, Clarence

Lake County Bee

Inurment services under auspices of Hartley Lodge No. 199, F. & A. M., will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday at Hartley Cemetery for Clarence LeRoy Starkey, well-known Lakeport resident, who passed away in Eureka on Tuesday.

Starkey was born August 13, 1879 in California where he followed the jeweler's trade for 50 years.

Surviving are his wife Lillian, Lakeport; son C. L. Starkey, Jr., Arcata; daughters, Mrs. LaVerne Edson, Eureka, Mrs. Ruth Travis, Fortuna, and Mrs. Dixie Lee Haas, San Mateo, and his brother, Harold Starkey, Lakeport.

Funeral services were held Wednesday in Eureka, followed by cremation.

Jones Mortuary is in charge of local arrangements.

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SERVICES FOR BUCK STARKEY

The Arcata Union, Feb. 10, 1967

Private services were held at Sanders Funeral Home in Eureka Wednesday morning for Clarence (Buck) LeRoy Starkey of Lakeport, who died Tuesday.

Starkey, 78, was a jeweler in Arcata for more than 50 years. He lived in Lakeport.

An ardent hunter and a gun specialist, Starkey is survived by his wife, Lillian, of Lakeport, a son, C. LeRoy Starkey of Arcata, daughters Mrs. LaVerne Edson of Eureka, Mrs. Ruth Travis, Fortuna and Mrs. Dixie Lee Haas of San Mateo, and a brother, Harold Starkey of Lakeport.

He is also survived by eight grandchildren and seven great grandchildren.

Contributed by Shirley Langdon Wilcox

STARKEY, Harold C.

Lake County Record-Bee, page A-3, January 11, 1968

Harold Clinton Starkey, Sr., who passed away in a local hospital Jan. 3, was a native of Lakeport, born Sept. 16, 1891 and descendant of several Lake county pioneer families.

Following a 30-year career in the dairy industry in Arcata, Humboldt county, he returned to Lakeport for his retirement.

Surviving are his wife, Sophia, Lakeport; a daughter, Alberta Langdon, Napa; a son, Harold, Eureka, two grandchildren and one great grandchild, as well as an aunt and several nieces and nephews. He was the brother of the late Clarence Starkey, Lakeport.

Funeral services were conducted Jan. 5 from Jones Mortuary with Rev. Edward Pollard of the First Christian Church, of which Mr. Starkey was a member officiating. Interment followed in Hartley Cemetery.

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Believed to be from The Arcata Union

SERVICES FOR H. C. STARKEY AT LAKEPORT

Services for Harold C. Starkey, 76, former resident of Arcata who retired and moved to Lakeport about 15 years ago, were held January 4 in Lakeport, with interment at Hartley cemetery.

Survivors include his wife, Sophie, of Lakeport; a son, Harold C. Starkey of Arcata; a daughter, Alberta Langdon of Napa; and a nephew, C. LeRoy Starkey of Arcata.

Starkey lived in Arcata for many years and worked at the Golden State Creamery in charge of the butter department. He was a well-known fisherman, having invented the Starkey Spinner, for which he obtained a patent.

Contributed by Shirley Wilcox, his granddaughter

STARKEY, William H.

WILLIAM STARKEY PASSES, FUNERAL HELD WEDNESDAY

Paper and date not identified; believed to be from the Lake County Bee

William H. Starkey, who celebrated his 91st birthday last March 8th, passed away peacefully at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Lila McCormick, south of Lakeport, Monday morning. Despite his advanced age, Mr. Starkey was active until four or five years ago when his health started to fail.

Funeral services were held on Wednesday morning at 10:30 a.m. from the Jones Mortuary, followed by interment at Hartley Cemetery.

William Henry Starkey was a native of Illinois, born March 8, 1855. When a lad of seventeen he left home and crossed the country, coming to Lake county in 1872. Here he continued to make his home. He engaged in farming and after acquiring land of his own, he devoted his time to fruit growing.

On October 22, 1883, he took as his bridge Miss Annie Lee Young, a member of a pioneer county family and a native of Lake county. To this union three children were born.

Mr. Starkey was an upright and just man, a devoted husband and father and held in highest respect by all.

Besides his bereaved widow, his daughter and tow sons, Clarence and Harold Starkey of Arcata survive. Also surviving are six grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren.

The many friends of the Starkey family extend sincere sympathy to the survivors.

Contributed by Shirley Wilcox, a great-granddaughter

STEVENS, Mary A.

Lake County Bee, October 24, 1912

MRS. STEVENS' DEATH IS FOURTH IN FAMILY

Following in rapid succession upon the death of John H. Stevens, her son, Henry Dorr, father of her son-in-law, and Daniel McLean, her brother, the death last Thursday of Mrs. John D. Stevens of Scotts Valley, came as the fourth in her family in a period of a few weeks.

Mrs. Stevens passed away shortly after 10 o'clock Thursday night, her death being attributed to intestinal trouble aggravated by sorrow over the passing of her loved ones. The funeral service was held at the family home Saturday afternoon at 2 o'clock after which the body was taken to Hartley Cemetery for interment.

Mrs. Stevens passed away at the age of sixty-five years. She was a native of Nova Scotia, but had lived in Lake county since the age of twelve, having crossed the plains with her parents, Mr. And Mrs. Donald McLean, by caravan at that time they settled at Upper Lake. At the age of nineteen she married to John D. Stevens, also of Upper Lake, and the couple moved to what is now the Stevens ranch in Scotts Valley, residing there continuously since.

The deceased is survived by her husband, John D. Stevens, three daughters, Mrs. J.J. Manlove, of Montana, Miss Jessie Stevens and Mrs. Edwin Dorr of Scotts Valley, and three sisters, Mrs. Christina Tinker of Lakeport, Mrs. J.A. Houston of Selma, and Mrs. Catherine Bray of San Francisco. Mrs. Stevens was a good woman, a devoted wife and mother and one who made friends of all of her acquaintances. Her death is deeply regretted by the community in general as well as by her bereaved relatives.

Submitted by Melanie Daniels

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TALLMAN, Claude Adelbert

Lake County Bee, June 28, 1940

FUNERAL FOR C. A. TALLMAN TO BE HELD SAT.

Funeral services for Claude Adelbert Tallman, who died at his home in Upper Lake Wednesday night, will be held Saturday afternoon at 2:00 o'clock, from the Upper Lake Community church, the Russell Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Entombment will follow at the Upper Lake Cemetery.

Mr. Tallman had been ill since March and recently suffered a stroke which resulted in his death.

A native of Upper Lake, he was one of thirteen children born to the late Rufus and Mary Ellen Moore Tallman, oldtime and respected residents of the Upper Lake section. He was born May 26, 1885.

He spent his entire life in Upper Lake and assisted his sister and husband in the operation of the Riffe Hotel. He was musically inclined and with his wife and son conducted a dance orchestra that played for many social activities throughout the county years ago.

His devoted wife was the former Leta Steckter, niece of Sheriff Steckter of Napa county. They were married November 11, 1908 in Upper Lake.

Tallman possessed a cheerful disposition and made many friends. He was more familiarly known to his friends as "Cleve".

Besides his grief stricken wife, he leaves a son, Floyd, of Upper Lake, a sister, Mrs. Winnie Riffe of Upper Lake, two brothers, Lilburn of Upper Lake and Harry of Kelseyville, and two grandchildren, Floyd and Barbara.

Deepest sympathy is extended the bereaved family by a host of friends.

Contributed by Pat Bird

TALLMAN, George T.

(died February 16, 1937)

Lake County Bee, February 18, 1937

DEATH SUMMONS GEO L. TALLMAN AT UPPER LAKE HOME

Member of Well Known Family Had Spent Life Time In County

George Thomas Tallman, lifetime resident of Upper Lake, passed away Tuesday morning after being ill for some time. He spent the larger part of his life farming and for the last few years had lived in retirement. The deceased was born in Upper Lake March 23, 1870, making his age 67 years. Those surviving him are sister Mrs. H. H. Riffe of Upper Lake, brother Harry of Kelseyville, brother Lilburn and brother Cleve of Upper Lake, daughter Mrs Clarence King of Courtland, four grandchildren Dorothy, Darrell and George Tallman and Martin George King.

Funeral tomorrow. Rev. Donald Castlen will have charge of the funeral services tomorrow afternoon Friday at 2:30 in the Upper Lake Church with interment at the cemetery under direction of the Russell Funeral Home, Inc. Family members have the sincere deep sympathy of numerous friends. Mr. Tallman was a respected citizen of the community and his passing is deeply regretted.

Contributed by Pat Bird

TALLMAN, Lucy E.

(died October 30, 1937)

Lake County Bee, November 4, 1937

DEATH BECKONS LUCY E. TALLMAN OF UPPER LAKE

The Upper Lake community was saddened this week by the sudden illness and passing of Mrs. Lucy Ellen Tallman who had spent her life in Upper Lake where she was born and reared. Death occurred on Sunday. Mrs. Tallman became ill Wednesday after returning from the funeral rites at Upper Lake cemetery which were held for Mr. Taylor Day. Her condition was serious, she having suffered a stroke. The daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Mathew Johnson, a pioneer family of Upper Lake, she was born January 9, 1877. She married Warren H. Phelps and following his death married Walter Tallman. He also preceded his wife in death Nov 9, 1935.

Two daughters of the first marriage Mrs. Lena Lyon and Mrs. Mina Crowell, both of Upper Lake, sister Mrs. Sabra Spurgeon a schoolteacher in Sacramento, five grandchildren Donald & Rolland Crowell and Russell, Ramona and Raymond Lyon of Upper Lake. Sister Mrs. Anna Mosier passed away July 13, 1936. Brother Will Johnson passed away May 4 this year and sister Mrs. Rebecca Motherall of Yuba county passed away in recent weeks.

Mrs. Tallman was a kindly mother & was highly regarded by all who knew her. Her passing is sadly regretted by numerous friends. Deep sympathy is extended the grieved daughters & other relatives. Funeral services conducted by Russell Funeral Home, Inc., were held in the Community Church at Upper Lake on Tuesday afternoon with Rev Don Castlon officiating. Interment followed at Upper Lake Cemetery with remains laid beside those of her sister Mrs. Moshier.

Contributed by Pat Bird

TALLMAN, Mary Ellen

Clear Lake Press, September 28, 1912

IN MEMORY OF MARY ELLEN TALLMAN

Following is a more extended account of the life of Mrs. Mary Ellen Tallman, whose passing away at her home in Upper Lake on September 14th was briefly noted in the PRESS of that date. Time-long suffering from asthma and heart disease brought on her demise. Her remains were interred in Upper Lake cemetery on September 16th.

Mrs. Tallman's maiden name was Moore, and she was born in Missouri December 24, 1845, making her age at death 67 years, 9 months and 20 days. In common with so many of the older generation of Lake county residents, the departed woman was one of the sturdy, heroic pioneer families, coming to what is now Lake county with her parents when she was a mere child.

On September 1, 1861, Miss Moore was married to Rufus Calvin Tallman. Thirteen children were born to the couple during their long and happy wedded life. Her husband preceded Mrs. Tallman to the Great Beyond about eight years ago. Nine of the children survive to mourn the loss of their loved mother. These are Grace Norton of West Berkeley, William W., Thomas, Walter, Cleve, Harry and Lill Tallman, Mrs. George L. Twiggs, Mrs. Winnie Riffe, all of Lake county. All other surviving relatives of Mrs. Tallman are residents of Texas.

Mrs. Tallman had been a member of the Baptist church for many years up to her death, and during her almost life-long and continuous residence in Lake county had made many friends by her qualities. These join with the children, raised by a mother's care to a creditable maturity, in mourning for the loss of a loved and respected woman.

Contributed by Pat Bird

TAYLOR, Diar Talley

Lake County Bee, November 24, 1893

TAYLOR - In Bachelor Valley, Lake Co., Cal., Thursday Nov 16, 1893.

Rev. D. T. Taylor, aged 63 years, 10 months and 9 days.

Rev. Taylor was born in Missouri Dec 27, 1829, and came to this coast by ox team in 1850. He attended school in Healdsburg for some time and then engaged in farming. His present place was taken up by him in 1869 where he has resided ever since. He was ordained a Baptist minister in 1863 and has preached more or less ever since. He was married in 1861. The funeral sermon was preached by Rev. Sanford.

Contributed by Pat Bird

TAYLOR, Susan C. Jones

(died May 1, 1902)

Clear Lake Press, May 3, 1902

Mrs. D. T. Taylor died at the home of her son, Geo. N. Taylor, on Thursday and was buried at Upperlake cemetery on Friday.

Contributed by Pat Bird

TAYLOR, William Alexander

WILLIAM TAYLOR PASSES AWAY EARLY TUESDAY

Funeral Held Thursday at Upper Lake Community Church; Was Native of County

Lake County Bee, August 29, 1941

William Alexander Taylor passed away early Tuesday morning after a long and painful illness. The deceased had been in ill health for some time before submitting to a major operation in February from which he never recovered.

William A. Taylor, familiarly known as "Bill" was born December 15, 1864 at Upper Lake to Henry and Frances Taylor. His entire life was spent in that vicinity, where he engaged in stock raising and farming, and created a host of lasting friendships.

Three sisters, Ona, Susie and Tina; a brother, Logie; a son, Geo. and his wife, Olive Denison Taylor, preceded him in death by several years.

He leaves to mourn their loss two sons, Gerald A. of Upper Lake and his half brother, Clarence C. of Sacramento; a sister, Mrs. Harriett Porter and three grandchildren, Mrs. Inez Polk, little Miss Barbara Jean Taylor of Upper Lake and Mrs. Allan Whitehurst of Newman.

Funeral services were held on Thursday afternoon at 2 P. M. at the Upper Lake Community church with Rev. Brunswick officiating.

Interment was in the Upper Lake cemetery with the Russell Funeral Home in charge.

THOMPSON, Francis M.

DIES AT COUNTY HOSPITAL

Unknown paper, Lakeport, California, July 19, 1916

Last Thursday evening Francis M. Thompson a miner who was employed in the Middletown section up until about two months ago when he was brought to the county hospital, died after a lingering illness. He was native of Kentucky; his antecedents are unknown. The burial took place in Hartley Cemetery Friday, under the auspices of the Lakeport Undertaking Parlors.

Contributed by Anita Crabtree

THOMPSON, Major Jas. T.

The Clear Lake Courier, November 6, 1869

Died

At San diego on the 11th ult., after a short illness, Major Jas. T. Thompson, of Lake county, aged 59 years.

Major Thompson was born in Kentucky, immigrated to Missouri and thence to California in 1849. If our memory is not a fault Major Thompson represented Contra Costa county in the Assembly in 1853-4. Maj. Thompson was a most estimable citizen, a Christian and a man of more than ordinary menial culture; and in his death Lake county has lost one of her best citizens. He was the friend of the poor man and his hand was ever open to supply the wants of the needy and distressed. He leaves a wife and children, and many personal friends in Lake county to mourn his loss.

Contributed by Shirley Langdon Wilcox, a great great great-granddaughter.

THOMPSON, Louise

Lake County Avalanche, July 21, 1892

Died

In Big Valley, Lake County, Cal., at the home of her son, W. N. Thompson, Mrs. Louise Thompson, aged 80 years and 9 months.

Mrs. Thompson came to California from her native state, Missouri, in 1850, and resided with her husband near Vacaville till 1854, when they came to Lake county. Her husband, Major Thompson, died about 23 years ago. She was a Christian from her childhood, exemplary, quiet, kind and faithful to every duty, seeking always the good of others and never murmering at the ills of life. After four score years, like a golden sheaf, ripened for the harvest, she has been gathered home.

[This is Louisa (Clay) Thompson]

Contributed by Shirley Langdon Wilcox, a great great great-granddaughter.

THOMPSON, William Neville

Lake County Bee, July 15, 1909

William Neville Thompson died last Sunday, July 11th, at noon at his home in Big Valley.

Mr. Thompson was a native of Missouri, born in 1847, and 62 years, 5 months and 7 days old at the time of his death. In 1849 his parents brought him across the plains, and he spent his boyhood days in Santa Clara, Contra Costa and Solano counties. He came to Lake county while it was still a part of Napa and has lived here ever since.

In 1869 Mr. Thompson was married to Tenitia Evelyn Day, who survives him. He leaves four children also, Glen, Curtis and Quint Thompson and Mrs. F. E. Watkins.

Mr. Thompson was a successful farmer and business man. He made a specialty of growing fine stock and always had a feeling of pride in his work, and in keeping his affairs in good order.

He was a faithful member of the Christian church, always maintained the esteem of his fellow citizens, and the full love of those who were near to him.

The funeral was held yesterday at the Christian church, the body being buried in Hartley cemetery.

Contributed by Shirley Wilcox

TINKER, Alden A.

PASSING OF A GOOD MAN

Lake County Bee, Thurs., 5 Dec. 1918
A. A. Tinker, Old Time Printer and Once Editor of The Bee Passes Over Great Divide

Alden A. Tinker, for many years a resident of Lakeport and a printer by trade and occupation, passed away at the home of his sister, Mrs. George W. Kiblinger, near Upper Lake, Tuesday, December 3, 1918, after a lingering illness lasting many months, at the ripe age of 61 years, 6 months and 3 days.

Mr. Tinker was a native of the Bay State and came West while yet a young man, living at Salt Lake City and in Nevada before coming to Lakeport.

On October 9, 1886 he married Miss Christina McLean, and to this union were born two children, Lillie B. and Joseph A. Tinker, who with the widow still survive.

Most of the years Mr. Tinker spent in Lakeport he was connected with the newspapers in some capacity and for a while was editor of The Bee. He was a quiet unassuming man and made many warm friends. To know Alden A. Tinker was to love him, and many there are who will regret his passing.

The funeral was held today and interment was made in Upper Lake Cemetery.

Contributed by Anita Crabtree

TINKER, Ann C.

DEATH OF MRS. TINKER

Clear Lake Press, 7 Oct. 1905

Died, near Upper Lake, Sept. 30, 1905, Ann C. Tinker, aged 74 years, 8 months and 23 days. Ann C. Cole was born in Parris, Maine, Jan. 7, 1831. Was married to J. A. Tinker in 1855, who preceded her to the spirit land about 7 years ago. She left surviving her a son, A. A. Tinker, foreman of the Bee, and daughter, Mrs. Nettie Krumpacker. Mrs. Tinker early in life made a profession of religion and joined the old school Baptist church. She remained a consistent Christian until death. A good woman has gone to her rest. Her funeral was conducted by Elders J. J. Bruton and Levi McCash on Oct. 2, from her home and the burial took place at Upper Lake cemetery.

Contributed by Anita Crabtree

TINKER, Christina

DEATH TAKES LOVED WOMAN

Lake County Bee, Thurs., 8 Jan. 1920

Death claimed another of Lakeport's excellent women when Mrs. Christina Tinker passed away at her home in North Lakeport Friday night, Jan. 2, 1920, at 10:30 o'clock, after an illness lasting several weeks. Funeral services were held Monday afternoon from the local Christian church, Rev. Elbert Holland of Ukiah officiating. Interment was made in Upper Lake cemetery in the family plot.

Christina McLean was a native of Pictou county, Nova Scotia. With her parents she came to California while still quite young, the family settling on a ranch aboe Upper Lake.

On October , 1886, she was married in Lakeport to Alden A. Tinker, who died December 3, 1918. To this union were born two children - Joseph A. Tinker of San Jose, and Lillie B. Tinker of Lakeport, both of whom were with their mother when the end came. Miss Lillie had cared for her mother during the whole of the latter's illness.

Mrs. Tinker was one of seven sisters and two brothers, only two of whom survive --Mrs. Catherine Bray of Los Molinos, Tehama County, and Mrs. J. A. Houston, of Mott.

Mrs. Tinker was a member of Clear Lake Chapter, No 137, O. E. S. and of the Christian church, and lived a life in accord with teachings of both organizations. She had many warm friends here and at Upper Lake, where she was so well known. She was a kind and indulgent mother, a good friend and neighbor and a woman who stood high in the community.

Contributed by Anita Crabtree

TINKER, Joseph A.

DEATH OF J. A. TINKER

Lake County Bee, Thurs., 29 Dec. 1898

Joseph A. Tinker died at his home near Upper Lake, Sunday, December 25th, 1898, aged 67 years, 6 months and 11 days. He was born in Maine but came west while a young man, living in California and Nevada. In 1882 he brought his family to Lake county and settled near Upperlake, residing there until his death. A widow and two children, Mrs. T. Crumpacker and A. A. Tinker, survive him.

The funeral was held at his late residence under the auspices of the Masonic fraternity, of which he was an honored member and Past Master. The remains were buried in the Upperlake cemetery in the presence of a very large number of friends.

Mr. Tinker was a kind husband and father, a devoted friend and a public spirited citizen. His kind word and cheerful smile will long be missed.

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Clear Lake Press, Thursday, 29 December 1898

Died-On Christmas Day at his home near Upper Lake Joseph A. Tinker in the sixty-eighth year of his age, His interment, with Masonic honors, took place at the Upper Lake cemetery at 2 o'clock P. M. Tuesday

Contributed by Anita Crabtree

TOMBS, Jennie

Sonoma County Tribune, November 23, 1893

On Saturday, November 18th, Mrs. Jennie Tombs, wife of W.L. Tombs, died. Mrs. Tombs (nee Jennie Sacrey) was born in Ray Co., Mo., Aug. 29, 1845 and with her parents came to Ca. in 1852, to Sonoma Co. in 1853.

Jennie married W.L. Tombs, October 15, 1866, in Healdsburg, at the home of her father, G.M. Sacrey, now residing in Lake Co. Her brothers are Charles and Arthur Sacrey, now of Middletown, Lake co. John and Henry Taylor of Santa Rosa are uncles of the deceased. Besides her husband, she leaves a daughter, Nellie, to mourn. Her disease was pneumonia, which attacked her at her mountain home, some 30 miles from Healdsburg. She was brought to town and placed in the loving care of relatives at the home of J.S. Mason, where she died.

Some years ago, a son was born to her, the child sickened and from their Mountain home they started for Healdsburg and medical treatment. Just after passing Skagg's Springs, the child died in it's mother's arms.

TURNER, Hiram E.

VETERAN PASSES AWAY AFTER LINGERING ILLNESS

Lake County Bee, July 31, 1918

Hiram E. Turner passed away at 3 o'clock Friday morning, July 26, and was laid to rest in the Middletown Cemetery Friday at 3 o'clock a.m. Rev. Geo. Fisher conducting the services.

Mr. Turner was born in Augusta, Maine, May 1833, being 85 years, 2 months and 14 days old, at the time of his death. He was married to Helen Vrelanif at Gardner, Kansas, Nov. 17, 1861. They made their home at Lawrence, Kansas, where three children were born to them; Murtie Alda, Edward H. and Ella Louise Turner, two of whom survive him. He served four years in the Civil War, first as a private in Company H 12th Regiment, Kansas Volunteers, then as 1st lieutenant, Company K, 15th Kansas Volunteer Calvary. He wife passed away on December 7, 1895.

Mr. Turner came to California in November 1911, and to Middletown June 1912, where he has since resided. He was a brave soldier and a kind and loving husband and father. He made many friends here in Middletown, who deeply sympathize with his children in their sorrow.

He leaves to mourn his loss, besides his two children, Mrs. E.H. Turner of of Redonda and Mrs. F. E. Fly of Klamath Falls; his granddaughter Mrs M. Madson, who with the former was with Mr. Turner up to a few weeks before his death.

Contributed by Jim Raviscioni

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UTTING, Alfred A. Ar.

Lower Lake Bulletin, July 6, 1879

Died at Witter Springs last Monday, Alfred A. Ar. Utting, founder of the Lakeport "Democrat", age 30, a native of England. He leaves a wife and several children; also his father, who resides at Yountville.

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WAITE, Waters N.

FORMER RESIDENT DEAD

Unnamed Cloverdale Newspaper, 1901

The funeral of W.N. Waite took place from the depot at this place Tuesday afternoon and was largely attended by his many friends who had learned to admire the deceased during his long years of residence in this place. The funeral was under the auspices of the A.O.U.W. lodge. The services at the grave being conducted by Past Master W.D. Sink and the Rev. W.A. Lindsey.

W. N. Waite was born in the state of Vermont and early in life started out for himself. He joined the tide of immigration westward and on arriving in California located at LaPorte, Plumas County. Here he successfully engaged in mining for some years. Leaving LaPorte he located a few miles below town sometime about 1868. He was a blacksmith by trade and conducted a shop on the county road near the Markell ranch. Some years after he moved to town, purchasing the property opposite Union Hall where he continued to work at his trade. About fifteen years ago with his family he moved to Gravelly Valley, Lake County, at which place he died last Sunday afternoon at the age of sixty-eight years.

Mr. Waite was a very energetic man and his early mining experiences still lingered with him. The Klondike excitement therefore found him among the first to brave the hardships of the country in search of wealth. He remained there for almost three years and only returned home about a month ago. He is survived by a widow and two children, Mrs. Parthenia M. Hunter and George Waite.

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Ukiah Republican Press, October 25, 1901

Walter N. Wait, an old resident of Gravelly Valley, died at his home in that place Monday last. He was aged 68 years, and the remains were taken to Cloverdale for interment. The deceased had a large circle of acquaintances and his death is greatly regretted.

Contributed by Sue Waite-Langley, Addison Co., VT GenWeb

WELTY, Mary A.

Clear Lake Press, February 19, 1892

DIED

At the home of her son, L. A. Welty, in Scotts Valley, Lake county, Ca. at 7 o;clock a.m. Feb. 16th 1892, Mrs. Mary A. Welty, wife of Jacob Welty, aged 87 years.

"IN MEMORIAM"

Mrs. M. A. Welty was born in Tennessee, Dec. 28, 1805. Her maiden name was Keaster. She, with her parents, moved to the territory of Illinois when a child, was married to Jacob Welty in December, 1821, in her 16th year, in what is now Marion county, Ill., and crossing the plains, accompanied by their son, Madison, and family, A. W. DeWitt, the Connells and Stocktons, all well known Californians now.

For 4 years they lived with their son, James Welty, in Yolo county, 2 miles below Washington. They came to Lake county in the spring of 1863 and soon after settled on what is now known as the Ridgeway place, 1 mile south of Lakeport. From that time on they were known as Grandpap and Grandma Welty. Grandma Welty had few advantages in childhood and youth, but was a remarkable woman in many respects. She was a woman of strong common sense, a sound body and unasumming faith in the Christian religion, besides she and her husband were ever the friend of the orphan. They, in addition to raising a large family of children of their own, raised and educated 5 orphan children and gave them a start in life. For 70 years she and her husband walked hand in hand in the married state. She died in the triumphs of the Christian faith, Feb. 16, 1892, at the age of 87 years, leaving her husband, almost 92 years old, several children and numerous grand and great grand children. L. A. Welty, at whose home she died, is her youngest child, a veteran of the late war and one of our most respected citizens.

Early in life Mrs. Welty made a profession of religion and joined the Baptist church and lived 3 score or more years in that faith, the life of a consistent Christian. She had the confidence of all her neighbors. Her funeral took place from the home of her son, Feb. 17th, attended by a large number of friends and neighbors. May her body rest in peace and her resurrection be glorious, is the wish and prayer of A Friend.

Contributed by Anita Crabtree

WERNSE, Mrs. L. A.

Lake County Record-Bee, November 5, 1970

Upper Lake-Mrs. Lena Alley Wernse died in her sleep at her home in Sacramento, Thursday night. Mrs. Wernse was born in Upper Lake on February 12, 1895, to well known early settlers in the Middle Creek area, Sam and Pheba Alley, and was one of 10 children. Mrs. Wernse had lived in San Francisco most of her adult life and had moved to Sacramento three years ago to be close to her sisters.

Mrs. Wernse is survived by her sisters, Mrs. Clara Reed of Sacramento, Mrs. George Turnbull of Lakeport and Mrs. Silvia Haycock of Upper Lake and a brother Leonard Alley of Upper Lake and numerous nieces and nephews.

Eastern Star services and cremation will be held in Sacramento and burial will be in the Upper Lake Cemetery family plot on Thursday with Jones Mortuary in charge.

Contributed by Barbara J. Morehead

(From a Great-niece) "The family always called her “Jack”. I can’t remember my mother saying anything but Aunt Jack.

WILLIAMS, Glen Anthony

GRIM REAPER CALLS FOR BRIGHT LAKEPORT BOY

Lake County Bee, October 1, 1908

Glen Anthony Williams died at the home of his parents, Mr. and Mrs. David Williams, last Tuesday night, Sept. 29. His death was due to diabetes, with which he has been afflicted for two or three years. He made a hard fight against the disease, alternately losing and gaining, but gradually failing, until Monday night, when he seemed to collapse. He quickly sank into a stupor and remained unconscious most of the time after that until the end.

Glen was a native of Lakeport and would have been 20 years old next February. He was a bright lad and ambitious, too, kind and thotful, clean and honest, and a general favorite with old and young.

He was a graduate of Lakeport grammar school, and tho he was greatly hindered in his work at high school, by ill health, he graduated from that institution last June with an excellent record. It was his ambition to go on to the University and take up the study of law, a profession for which he was well fitted.

Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. today, at Somerset Hall, and the burial will be at Kelseyville cemetery, where a brother and sister are buried.

Contributed by Betty Helf, RAGOK Volunteer

WILLIAMS, Howard Piner

H. P. WILLIAMS, 57, BORN IN LAKEPORT PASSES SUDDENLY

Lake County Bee, December 17, 1936

Nephew Of Fred Williams Stricken At Cazadero - Funeral Here Tuesday

Many oldtime residents will keenly regret the passing of Howard Piner Williams, a native of Lake county and a nephew of Fred Williams of Lakeport, who died suddenly at his summer home at Cazadero on Saturday. He was found on the floor in a helpless critical condition by neighbors. All efforts to revive him failed and death ensued.

Mr. Williams formerly engaged in the catering business in San Francisco with his wife. He became afflicted with a chronic kidney ailment and several years ago suffered a stroke of paralysis, from which he partially recovered. Mrs. Williams passed away about three years ago, which forced his retirement from business. Since that time he had been dividing his residence between San Francisco and his Cazadero home.

Howard Williams was the only son of the late David Williams, early day resident of this community, and who served for a number of years as county treasurer of Lake. Later, he was employed for some years as a cashier of the former Farmers' Savings Bank.

David Williams was married in Lake county in 1876 to Miss Mary E. Piner, daughter of Charles A. Piner of Kelseyville. A daughter, Angelina, passed away many years ago. Mrs. Williams was an aunt of Will Piner of Lakeport and George Piner of Kelseyville. David Williams was a brother of Fred Williams of Lakeport.

Fred Williams, former aged city here, was greatly attached to his nephew, from who he had received a communication only last week, following a visit of two months spent with him at Cazadero and from which he had only recently returned.

BODY BROUGHT HERE

Following the communication of the death here, Fred Williams accompanied Archie Russell, local undertaker, to Cazadero late Saturday night. The body was brought here for the funeral rites which were held on Tuesday afternoon from Russell Funeral Home, Inc., at two o'clock. Interment took place in Kelseyville where the remains were laid to rest beside those of his devoted wife.

HIGHLY REGARDED

The death of Mr. Williams, whose age was 57, marks the passing of another native son of Lakeport. He was always highly regarded by his business associates in San Francisco and his Lake county friends.

Deep sympathy is extended to Fred Williams in his sadness.

Contributed by Betty Helf, RAGOK Volunteer

WILLIAMS, Mary E.

MARY E. WILLIAMS CALLED TO REWARD

Lake County Bee, December 15, 1926

In the death of Mrs. Mary E. Williams, which occurred Sunday in San Francisco, Lake county lost another of its respected pioneer women. A member of the Piner family, who were early day residents of Big Valley, and widow of David Williams, county treasurer from 1878 until 1884. Mrs. Williams was identified with much of the history of this section. Mrs. Williams left Lakeport after the death of her husband in 1915, and made her home with her son Howard Williams in San Francisco. She never fully recovered from a stroke of paralysis suffered a year and a half ago. She was nearly 71 years of age.

Mrs. Williams was a daughter of the late Charles A. and Sarah Piner. The former came to California in 1840, as a youth of 22 years with his parents. Mr. Piner located in Lake county in 1861. Mrs. Williams was born in Sonoma county January 20, 1856. Her surviving sisters and brothers are Mrs. Rose Norton, wife of Frank Norton, Kelseyville; Mrs. W. L. Rideout, Pine Knot, San Bernardino county; John Piner, Napa. Other members of the family, since passed away, who were well known in Lake county, were Charles S. Piner of Calistoga; George W. Piner, father of Mrs. W. H. Adams of Lakeport; Mrs. Jane Renfro, Mrs. Robison. Mrs. Williams is survived by two children, Veda, wife of F. H. Rhodes, who is city manager of San Diego; and Howard Williams of San Francisco, both of whom are here for the funeral, the latter being also accompanied by his wife. Mr. and Mrs. Williams lost three children by death, Glenn, Edwin and Lina.

Mrs. Williams was a woman of exemplary character and a loving wife and mother. The family have the deep sympathy of a host of friends in their loss. She was a member and Past Matron of Clear Lake Chapter of Eastern Star, which organization will conduct the ritualistic service at Hartley Cemetery this afternoon. The funeral service will be held at the Christian Church at 1:30 o'clock.

Contributed by Betty Helf, RAGOK Volunteer

WILLIAMS, Minnie

MINNIE WILLIAMS PASSES SUDDENLY IN CITY HOSPITAL

Lake County Bee, July 25, 1934

Funeral services were held at St. Mary's Church yesterday morning at 10 o'clock for Mrs. Minnie Williams, wife of Howard Williams, former well known Lakeport citizen, who passed away in a San Francisco Hospital on Saturday following a brief illness.

While enjoying a vacation with her husband in a summer cottage on the Russian River near Guerneville, Mrs. Williams was stricken seriously ill. She was taken to the hospital in San Francisco where it was learned she was suffering from an exploded appendix. An operation was performed but it was too late to save her life.

Mrs. Williams was a native of County Cork, Ireland, and was 54 years of age. There were no children.

Howard Williams, who is in the catering business in the city, is a nephew of Fred Williams and a son of the late David Williams, for many years an employee of the Bank of Lake. He has not been in robust health for several years and his wife had been a very active assistant in his business.

Following funeral services of Mrs. Williams, which were largely attended by many old time friends her of the family, interment was made at the Kelseyville Cemetery in the Williams family plot.

Friends of Howard Williams here offer deep sympathy in his hour of sorrow and loss of a kind and loving mate.

Contributed by Betty Helf, RAGOK Volunteer

WILLIAMS, Richard

The Lower Lake Bulletin, July 8, 1882

The funeral of Richard Williams, who died in Harbin Springs in Lake County, took place today in San Francisco, in his 49th year. A native of Wales, born 23 January 1834. He came to California in 1851 near Camptonville, Yuba Co. He purchased Harbin Springs in 1867. In September 1859 he married Miss Mary Jones, a native of Wales, also. They had 3 children. She died in 18656. In 1872 he married Mrs. Anna Patton and they had a son, Richard, born in 1875.

WILSON, Radford G.

R.G. WILSON, PIONEER RESIDENT, PASSES

Lake County Bee, January 4, 1928

Another pioneer of California and Lake county, Radford Greenwood Wilson, for 41 years a resident of Bachelor Valley, crossed the great Divide Thursday, his death following an illness of but 10 days. Mr. Wilson, who had passed his 87th birthday in July of last year, passed away at his home at 1212 Blake street, Berkeley, about 5:00 o'clock that afternoon. Funeral services were held at his home, and internment was at Mountain View Cemetery, Oakland.

Crossed Plains in Covered Wagon

Born in Little Rock, Arkansas, July 2, 1840, Radford Wilson lived through the stirring times of the Civil war and the settlement of the West. He served for four years in the Confederate army. Following the war he crossed the plains by emigrant train first settling in Contra Costa county, then in Colusa county, where he lived for twelve years. He was married in Stanislaus county in 1870 to Miss Cleopatra Tinsley.

The family came to Lake county in 1882, Mr. Wilson buying the ranch in Bachelor Valley which his son R. L. Wilson now owns and conducts. During his long residence, Mr. Wilson engaged in farming and was a prominent and respected citizen. He and his wife, Cleopatra Wilson, who survives hi, left here in 1923 to make their home in Berkeley. Mr. and Mrs. Wilson made a trip to visit the home place last fall, and were warmly welcomed by there old-time neighbors.

Besides his widow, Mr. Wilson is survived by tow sons and four daughters: A.J. Wilson, Mrs. Shepherd Meredith, Mrs. J.W. Meredith and Mrs. Hattie Camper, living a in bay cities; R.L. Wilson and Mrs. Robert Patten of Bachelor Valley. Another daughter, Mrs. Lulu Taylor, died at Upper Lake several years ago and a son Claud, died in Oakland in March 1927.

The family have the sympathy of many friends in Lake county over the loss of a loved husband and father, and the community regrets the passing if an honored pioneer resident.

Contributed by Marcie Rosenzweig

WOODS, James

The Sonoma Democrat, Santa Rosa, Sonoma Co., January 1875

Died: WOOD, near Kelseyville, Lake County, December 9th, James Woods, aged 19 years, 6 months and 7 days.

Contributed by Marcia Chauvin (Newspaper transcription only. No further information)

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YOUNG, Asa White

Brother of Minnie Clendenin Dies in Woodland Oct. 15

Unknown paper

The death of Asa White Young, 74, at the Alderson Hospital in Woodland on October 15, was learned in Lake county with deep regret. He was a native of Cobb Vall.

Mr. Young had been in bed about three weeks, a week in the hospital, having suffered a heart attack while hunting with friends the opening of the deer season in the Sierras.

A retired miner, he had lived in Woodland for the past four years where he made his home with Mr. and Mrs. Cecil O. Tredway. He formerly lived at Cool in El Dorado county.

The deceased was a member of White Pine Lodge No. 175, IOOF, at Loyalton.

Surviving relatives include one daughter, Miss Avis Young, a nurse with the U. S. Army in the South Pacific; three sisters, Mrs. Margaret Wycoff of Ukiah, Mrs. Minnie Clendenin of Lakeport and Mrs. Ella Young of Fernley, Nevada; and one brother, Walter Young of Pilot Hill, California.

Mrs. Young was a brother of the late Mary Higson, Carrie Blann, Kate Luebow Tarnham and Henry Young. His mother, Mrs. M. N. Young, passed away several years ago at Placerville. Several nieces and nephews reside in the vicinity of Woodland.

Burial was held Wednesday afternoon at two o'clock at the McNary Funeral Home with the Rev. L. A. Hudson of the Christian Church officiating. Interment was in Woodland Cemetery.

Pall bearers were his nephews: Ralph Blann, Roy W. Blann, Fred Luebow, Cecil O. Treadway; great nephews: Elbert Rumsey and George Willis.

Relatives attending the funeral from out of town were: Mr. and Mrs. S. Wycoff of Ukiah, Mrs. Minnie Clendenin of Lakeport, Mrs. and Mrs. Roy W. Blann and Mr. and Mrs. Fred Luebow of Clearlake Highlands; Walter Young of Pilot Hill, Mr. and Mrs. George Higson of Vacaville, Mr. and Mrs. Harry Bradley and Mr. and Mrs. Floyd Betty of Sacramento, Mrs. Dora Markham of Auburn and Mrs. Ella Young of Fernley, Nevada.

YOUNG, California M.

MRS. C. M. YOUNG, PIONEER OF LAKE, CALLED TO REWARD

Lake County Bee, April 2, 1930

Mrs. California M. Young, aged pioneer resident of this community, was called to her reward Sunday after a long illness of more than two years' duration, all of which time she was confined to bed.

Born in Missouri on January 22, 1849, of Major J. T. and Louisa Thompson, she crossed the plains as a mere infant with her parents who reached California in October of the same year. The family settled at Santa Clara and later Walnut Creek and Bay point, coming to Lake county in 1859.

Marriage to Leander A. Young took place in Lakeport on December 24, 1864 and to the union eight children were born, two passing away in infancy and six surviving as follows: Anna E. Starkey, Lakeport; Frank L. Young, Fallon, Nevada; Alma V. Turner, Taft; Walter C. Young, Thornton; Bettie E. Young, Lakeport; Eula L. Young, Oakland.

The deceased was a sister of Lassian Manlove, William N. Thompson, Mary Dunigan, all of whom have passed away, and J. C. Thompson of Los Angeles, who survives.

L. A. Young, husband of the aged lady, operated the first steamer on Clear Lake, it is stated, and also operated the first grist mill in Lakeport, was a pioneer in the saw mill business in this vicinity and brought the first threshing machine and binder to Lake county. He passed away in July, 1917.

The funeral services were held yesterday morning at the funeral home of Mr. and Mrs. A. M. Russell and interment was made in Hartley cemetery.

The relatives have the sympathy of the community in the passing of this grand aged pioneer lady.

Contributed by Shirley Langdon Wilcox, a great great-granddaughter

YOUNG, Leander

PIONEER L. A. YOUNG DEAD AT RIPE AGE

In the death of "Lea" Young, as he was well known, early Tuesday morning, there passed away one of the earliest pioneers of the Lake county section. According to his own word to his wife and others, in his occasional reminiscences, Mr. Young came to Bachelor Valley in the northern end of the county, in 1853. The old Lake county history and other living pioneers give the date of his arrival in Big Valley as October, 1854, but it is a fact that Isaac Young, the father, and his sons Lea and Pembroke, camped for a period in Bachelor Valley and at Paradise Valley, on the east shore of Clear Lake, before coming to Big Valley.

In the early history of Lake county and Lakeport, Mr. Young was one of the most active and prominent men. Of great mechanical ability, he engaged in the sawmill business for 35 years, and during the same period conducted grist mills, freighting business on the lake and by teaming, and did considerable building. Upon the formation of Supervisorial district No. 4, in 1884, the county previously having but three districts, Mr. Young was elected Supervisor and served until 1888.

Leander Anderson Young was born near Louisville, Kentucky, July 23, 1835, making his age at death 81 years 11 months and 17 days. In 1842 the family moved to Texas, but returned to Kentucky two years later. The mother died while the boys were young and with their father they crossed the plains in 1850. Like most all emigrants of that period, the Young ……..[missing data] other pioneer, who built, the first fence in Lake county, on the present section was then wild land, the settlers being few in comparison to the available land. The young couple lived on the Manning place until 1868 when they moved to Boggs Lake, in the mountains south of the present town of Kelseyville.

At Boggs lake Mr. Young was in partnership in the sawmill business with H. C. Boggs, Wm. Manlove and Lindsay Carson. The mill had been built in 1858, the first sawmill in the county, by Thomas "Dobe" Boyd. In 1874, Messrs. Young and Manlove bought the Smith-Humphrey mill on Bartlett Mountain, and later built and operated a smaller mill also there. Then the machinery was moved to Elk Mountain. Mr. Young also had a shingle mill on Cobb Mountain.

During all this active service, Mr. Young built in 1863 the original building on the site of the present Whitton building used by the auto stage company. This was framed for a mill, but on completion was operateo [sic] as a livery stable by Mr. Young, and later by Major Whitton. He was a Mr. Hill, built in 1871, the grist mill in the south end of Lakeport, still standing, and which was operated for many years by the late Jabez Hanks. The father, Isaac Young was a cooper by trade, and had a shop on the lakeshore in the rear of the present Mrs. French's building. For a planning mill, part of the present shore, and later moved up to Main street and converted into a public hall.

An incident related by Lea Young to J. W. Boggs in years past illustrated the primitive conditions of early days in Lake county, and also the sagacity of Isaac Young. During his brief stay at Paradise Valley, Mr. Young bought cattle from Jacob Bower of Burns Valley. When the cattle were delivered, the elder Young cleared away the ashes from their campfire, dug into the ground a foot and unearthed his money, some two or three thousand dollars. At another time, when they lived in Middle Creek, the son saw his father pull one of the big wooden pegs, which were used to hang saddles on, from a pepperwood tree, and extract his buckskin purse filled with gold.

The children of Mr. Young, who with their mother, survive him, are Annie, Mrs. W. H. Starkey of Lakeport;; ; [sic] Frank Young of Keeler, Inyo county; Alma, Mrs. "Jake" Varner of Fortuna; Walter Young of Keeler; Bettie, Mrs. A. Peterson of Stockton; and Eula, Mrs. E. Umphred of Oakland. Two children died in infancy. All of the living children were present at the funeral.

The Youngs bought the present family home in Big Valley in 1872, and the son Pembroke Young died in 1904. Leander Young had done little work but farming in the past decade and had been in poor health for five years past. Death resulted from a complication of ailments due to age.

Mr. Young was a man of generosity, trusting everybody, often to his own detriment, upright in character, honest and of a kindly disposition - in all respects a good citizen.

The funeral service was held at the Christian Science church in Lakeport, Wednesday afternoon, and was largely attended. Interment was at Hartley Cemetery.

Contributed by Shirley Wilcox

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Lake County Bee, 11 July 1917

ONE OF EARLIEST OF LAKE PIONEERS DIES
RESIDENT OF COUNTY SINCE 1853 PASSES AWAY TUESDAY
Leander A Young is Dead
Funeral This Afternoon in Christian Science Church

After an illness of short duration, Leander Anderson Young a pioneer of Lake County, passed away at his Big Valley home Tuesday at the age of eighty-one years, eleven months, and seventeen days. The funeral is to be held this afternoon from the Christian Science Church in Lakeport, and interment made in Hartley Cemetery. Deceased was a native of Louisville, Kentucky, born July 23, 1835. He came to California in 1850 and to Lake County in 1853 with his father and brother. He first resided in Bachelor Valley and from there to Paradise Valley. He moved again to Middle Creek. In these various locations he engaged in hunting, stock raising, and some farming. In 1858 the family moved to the Manning place where he remained for 10 years.

In 1854 he was married to Miss Callie M. Thompson. Eight children blessed their union, six of whom survive.

Mr. and Mrs. Young in 1868 moved to Boggs Lake where he was engaged in the sawmill business in which occupation he remained for thirty-five years.

He was an expert with tools and loved machinery. He could tell many startling and interesting episodes of the early history of Lake County. Mrs. Young was in Sacramento City at the time of the flood of 1850 and '51 and during the fire of 1852 which devastated that place.

Those who survive Mr. Young are: Mrs. Callie M. Young, his wife with whom he had lived for the past fifty two years, Mrs. Wm. Starkey of Lakeport, Frank Young of Keeler, Inyo County, Mrs. Jake Varner of Fortuna, Walter Young of Keeler, Mrs. Andrew Peterson of Stockton, and Mrs. Edwin Umphred of Oakland.

Contributed by Shirley Langdon Wilcox, a great great-grandaughter

YOUNG, Pembroke S.

Clear Lake Press, Oct. 29, 1904

Pembroke S. Young an old resident of Lake county died at the County Hospital Wednesday morning and was buried at Hartley Cemetery Thursday. He was a native of Kentucky and was 68 years old. He was a brother of L. A. Young of Big valley.

Contributed by Shirley Wilcox

YOUNG, Walter C.

WALTER C. YOUNG, FORMER RESIDENT, HAS TRAGIC DEATH

Lake County Bee, December 2, 1931, page 1

Walter C. Young, former Lake county resident, and son of the late Lee A. and California M. Young, pioneers of Big Valley, was accidentally killed near Thornton, San Joaquin county, Friday, when he was thrown from a load of hay and was run over by the wagon.

SON WITNESSES FATALITY

The accident happened on the ranch of P. A. Kise, which Mr. Young had been farming for the past nine years. As described by his 16-year old son, Clay, who was a short distance away, a single tree broke and one horse of the team lunged, jerking Mr. Young over the front of the load. Both wheels on the left side of the wagon ran over his chest and abdomen as the horses pulled away.

The boy ran to his assistance, and getting further aid, rushed the injured man by automobile to a Lodi hospital. Mr. Young was conscious for a short time, asking his son, who held him in his arms, to change his position. But his injuries were too severe, and he died enroute to the hospital. Mrs. Young, who is a school nurse at Sacramento, was hastily summoned by a message telling of his injury, and she was shocked to learn of his death on arriving at Lodi.

NATIVE OF LAKE COUNTY

Walter C. Young was born in Big Valley, on what is now the Berryman ranch, March 31, 1878, making his age 53 years, 7 months and 26 days. His father, coming first to this section in 1854, lived in Big Valley for a short time, then at Upper Lake, and located the old home place in 1873. He married California M. Thompson in 1864.

Walter Young received his early education in the Lakeport grammar school, and later attended Lakeport Academy, conducted by Prof. John Overholser, from which many Lake county young people were graduated in the 80's and 90's. On September 15, 1914, he married Miss Inez Harrington, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. A. Harrington of Big Valley. To their union two sons were born, Clay Harrington, aged 16; and Philip Ambrus, 8.

Beside his wife and sons, Mr.Young is survived by four sisters and a brother, Mrs. W. H. Starkey, Big Valley; Mrs. Alma Varner, Taft; Mrs. Bettie Peterson, Lakeport; Mrs. Edwin Umphred, Oakland; Frank Young, Las Vegas, Nevada. All of the family except Frank Young were in Lakeport for the funeral, held Sunday afternoon at the Jones Mortuary. Princiipal G. E. Griffith of the Thornton school, of which Walter Young had been a trustee and clerk for a number of years, also came for the funeral, accompanied by his wife. Mr. and Mrs. Walter Green of Lodi, the latter a granddaughter of the Harringtons, were also here.

The funeral service was conducted by Rev. Anderson of Kelseyville, in the absence of the local Methodist minister, and was largely attended by friends of the departed man and the families. The pall bearers were F. H. Boggs, W. C. Moore, T. V. Ferron, Judge Benjamin C. Jones, John Manning and Charles W. Sailor, most of the academy schoolmates of Walter Young.

Walter Young leaves a host of friends in Lake and San Joaquin counties, who deeply regret his untimely passing. They cherish the memory of an honest, upright, law-abiding citizen, highly respected by all who knew him, and loved by his family and relatives and close friends. The bereaved family have the sympathy of all these in their loss.

Contributed by Shirley Wilcox

YOUNGREEN, John Arthur

FOUNDER OF UPPER LAKE BANK DIES SUNDAY MORNING

Lake County Bee, December 25, 1942

The passing of one of Upper Lake's most highly respected business men, John Arthur Youngreen, brought sorrow to the entire community. He passed away at his home Sunday morning, December 20, at 6:30 o'clock.

Although he had been in ill health for the past two and a half years, his death came as a shock to his many friends. He and his wife had been visiting in Sacramento with their son, Donald, before going south for the winter, when he became ill and they returned home.

Mr. Youngreen was born in Whitehall, Michigan, March 15, 1873. His parents were Anders Malcolm Youngreen and Lena Lund Youngreen. He was married December 16, 1896, to Frederique May Stearns in Whitehall, Michigan, and to this union six children were born. One son, Ezra Malcolm, passed away in 1925.

In 1899 Mr. and Mrs. Youngreen went to northern Washington and took up a homestead and later moved to Spokane. In 1907 they moved to Springfield, Oregon, where he was engaged in farming and real estate. In 1914 they moved to Orland, Calif., where he engaged in farming, cattle and sheep raising and buying. In 1921 they moved to Upper Lake where Mr. Youngreen organized the Bank of Upper Lake. He has been president ever since its organization and active in conducting the business until the time of his death.

He was vitally interested in all community organizations and the progress of the entire county. He was a member of the Bachelor Valley Grange, the Farm Bureau, Lions Club, and Chamber of Commerce. He served as president of the Lake County Chamber of Commerce, and during his administration the organization made steady progress. He was also director, for several years, of the Redwood Empire, and chairman of Group 8 of the California Bankers Association. He was active in the Masonic Order, Scottish Rite and the Shrine. He was associated with William O. Edmands and E. P. Sailor in forming the Edmands Reclamation District.

Despite his ill health, he continued his interest in civic affairs, although not able to take an active part.

Mr. Youngreen was a devoted husband and father and was held in high respect by all who knew him.

Surviving are his wife and five children, Mrs. Marian Y. Bucknell, Upper Lake; Donald, Sacramento; Glenn, Fortuna; Frederic, Oregon; and August of San Francisco. Other survivors are seven grandchildren, a brother, C. A. Youngreen of Washington, and four sisters, Mrs. Emma Benson of Whitehall, Michigan; Miss Mary E. Youngreen, Muskegon, Michigan; Mrs. C. L. Davidson, Spokane, Wash.; and Mrs. Wm. J. Hinrichsen of southern California.

Funeral services were held under the auspices of Hartley Lodge, F. and A.M., at the Upper Lake Union church Wednesday afternoon at 2:00 o'clock and interment was at Upper Lake cemetery, with the Jones Mortuary in charge.

The church was filled to capacity with sorrowing friends and relatives and the beautiful floral pieces told of the respect and esteem in which the deceased was held.

Deepest sympathy is extended the bereaved family by the entire community.

Contributed by Anita Crabtree

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