William J. Whalen

William J. Whalen died Jan. 23, 2003 in San Francisco at age 64.

Born May 28, 1939, in Greeley Neb., Mr. Whalen was raised in Hastings, Neb.. He moved to Cheyenne, Wyo. after high school where he began working for Frontier Airlines in 1958. He continued working for the airline in Laramie Wyo. and Sacramento until 1986. He then worked for Consolidated Freightways, retiring in 1999.

Survivors include, his wife Mary; son, Will Whalen of San Luis Obispo; daughters, Jennifer Kimzey of Davis, Peggy Cooke of Austin, Texas, and Sylvia Settlemoir of Folsom.

He is also survived by parents, Leo and Alma Whalen of Cheyenne, Wyoming; brothers Jim and Joe Whalen of Cheyenne, Wyo.; sisters Ann Rhodes of Cheyenne, Wyo., Jeannette Whalen of Castro Valley and Patricia Holland of Kennewick, Wash.

Services; A memorial service is scheduled for noon, Wednesday, Jan. 29, at the Holy Trinity Church in El Dorado Hills.

(Obituary from the Woodland "Daily Democrat," Jan 26, 2003.)

Bobby Wayne Wheeler

On Wednesday, April 17, 2002, at the age of 57, after a long battle with cancer and while surrounded by his family, Bobby Wayne Wheeler left this world to be in the presence of the Lord.

Born Jan. 30, 1945, in Woodland, Mr. Wheeler was a Yolo County resident all his life. He was retired from Yolo County Housing Authority after 20 years of service, and worked as delivery/sales for Corner Drug for about 10 years. He was very active in his Church for several years.

Mr. Wheeler is survived by his wife, Sandra Wheeler of Woodland; children, Cyndi Sechler and husband Ron, and Rob Wheeler and wife Heidi; and two grandchildren, Robby Wheeler and Ryon Sechler, also all of Woodland.

He is also survived by his siblings, Beryl Wheeler and wife Betty of Lowell, Ark., Nettie Moore of Roseville, Marilyn Adan and husband Ray of Woodland, Darlene Wheeler of Woodland and several nieces and nephews; mother-in-law, Pearl Jostmeyer of Yolo, stepmother, Florence Wheeler of Woodland; brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Roy and Sue Wilson of Yolo, and Bill and Patsy Jostmeyer of Lebanon, Ore.

Mr. Wheeler was preceded in death by his parents, Tom and Ora Wheeler; half-brother, L.O. Stapleton; brother, Billy Wheeler; and sisters, Geraldine Schoolcraft and Nola Dean Wheeler.

A vigil will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. today, Thursday, April 18, at McNary's Chapel, Woodland.

The funeral service is scheduled at 10 a.m., Friday, April 19, also at McNary's Chapel.

Interment will take place following services at Monument Hill Memorial Park, Woodland. A fellowship with family and friends will be at the Light House Four Square Church, 23 Grand Ave., Woodland.

McNary's Chapel, 458 College St., Woodland, is assisting the family with arrangements.

(Obituary from the "The Daily Democrat," Thursday, April 18, 2002, (Woodland, Yolo County, California). Submitted with the permission of the "The Daily Democrat," 711 Main St., Woodland, CA 95695.)

Florence Ethel (Jones) Wheeler (1st of 2 obituaries)

Florence Ethel (Jones) Wheeler died in Woodland Tuesday, June 7 at age 101.

Mrs. Wheeler was born Jan. 26, 1904 in Fayetteville, Ark. She had been a Yolo County resident for 51 years. She was a housekeeper at Cinderella Motel for many years and a faithful member of Crossroads Full Gospel Church for the past 50 years.

Survivors include Mrs. Wheeler's daughters, Hazel Inis of Bakersfield, Lola Jones of Arlington, Wash., Colleen Spurlock of Woodland, Daphene Shackelford of Sacramento and Wanda Frost of Cameron Park; her sons, Jimmy Jones of Arlington, Wash., Benny Jones of Phoenix and Herschel Jones of Rio Linda. She was preceded in death by her husband of 50 years, Henry Jones; her second husband of 10 years, Thomas Wheeler and her son, Ralph Jones.

The family requests memorials in Mrs. Wheeler's name be directed to Cross Roads Full Gospel Church.

Services: Visitation is scheduled for 10 a.m. today, Friday at Kraft Bros. Chapel, 175 Second St., Woodland. A funeral is scheduled for 11 a.m. Friday at Kraft Bros. Interment will follow the funeral at Monument Hill Memorial Park. Kraft Bros. Funeral Directors is assisting the family with arrangements.

(Obituary from the Woodland "Daily Democrat," Saturday, June 10, 2005.)

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Florence Ethel (Jones) Wheeler (2nd of 2 obits.)

Florence Ethel (Jones) Wheeler died in Woodland Tuesday, June 7 at age 101.

Mrs. Wheeler was born Jan. 26, 1904 in Fayetteville, Ark. She had been a Yolo County resident for 51 years. She was a housekeeper at Cinderella Motel for many years and a faithful member of Crossroads Full Gospel Church for the past 50 years.

Survivors include Mrs. Wheeler's daughters, Hazel Inis of Bakersfield, Lola Jones of Arlington, Wash., Colleen Spurlock of Woodland, Daphene Shackelford of Sacramento and Wanda Frost of Cameron Park; her sons, Jimmy Jones of Arlington, Wash., Benny Jones of Phoenix, and Herschel Jones of Rio Linda. She was preceded in death by her husband of 50 years, Henry Jones; her second husband of 10 years, Thomas Wheeler and her son, Ralph Jones.

The family requests memorials in Mrs. Wheeler's name be directed to Cross Roads Full Gospel Church.

Services: Visitation is scheduled for 10 a.m. Friday, June 10 at Kraft Bros. Chapel, 175 Second St., Woodland. A service will follow the visitation at 11 a.m. Friday at Kraft Bros. Chapel with interment at Monument Hill Memorial Park immediately after services.

(Obituary from the Woodland "Daily Democrat," Saturday, June 10, 2005.)

Kimberly Marie (Cook) Wheeler (1st of 2 obits.)

Born Feb. 10, 1965 Tragically taken in an auto collision at the young age of 40 on June 17, 2005.

A devoted mother and friend. She leaves behind loving son, Anthony, husband Craig and sisters Carol Bolton and Diane Dane as well as many nieces, nephews and friends. She was predeceased by her parents John and Emily Cook of Citrus Heights and brother John. She was best friend and confidant to Anthony and to many of his friends. Kim was for many years a customer service representative, most recently with Java City corporate headquarters. Services will be held at noon Saturday, June 25, at Evergreen Funeral Chapel, 327 College St., Woodland. In lieu of flowers a trust account has been established for Anthony with the Bank of America - Donations may be made to account no. 00524-03199.

(Obituary from the Woodland "Daily Democrat," Thursday, June 23, 2005.)

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Kimberly Marie (Cook) Wheeler (2nd of 2 obits.)

Kimberly Marie (Cook) Wheeler died from injuries sustained in auto collision Friday, June 17.

Mrs. Wheeler was born Feb. 10, 1965 in Sacramento to John and Emily (Young) Cook. She had been a Woodland resident for nine years. In 1982, she graduated from San Juan High School. After high school, she was employed by Foundation Health in Rancho Cordova for 10 years prior to working in Woodland for Blue Shield of California as a customer service specialist for eight years. Recently, she began employment with Java City corporate headquarters in Sacramento. She was a volunteer for homeless and youth activities.

Survivors include Mrs. Wheeler's husband, Craig Wheeler; her son, Anthony Wheeler both of Woodland; her sisters, Carol Bolton of Citrus Heights and Diane Dane of Meadow Vista as well as many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, John and Emily Cook and brother, John Cook.

The family requests memorials in Mrs. Wheeler's name be directed to a trust account for her son, Anthony, at the Bank of America - Account No. 00524-03199.

Services: A memorial service is scheduled for at noon today, Saturday, at Evergreen Funeral Chapel, 327 College St., Woodland. Evergreen Funeral Service of Woodland is assisting the family with arrangements.

(Obituary from the Woodland "Daily Democrat," Saturday, June 25, 2005.)

Margaret M. Whipple

Margaret M. Whipple died in her home on March 12, 2001, after a valiant 20-year battle with Parkinson's Disease. She was 82.

Born to Milton and Corrine Munger in Berkeley, on Oct. 28, 1918, she was one of four children. She decided early in life that she was going to marry a farmer due to their hard work ethic and sturdy nature. While attending Washington High School in Alvarado she met and was secretly engaged to be married to Robert Harmon Whipple. Robert Whipple had many chores as a young boy living on a farm, and one chore was to feed the hogs each morning before school. Going to school with the odor still on him, he often said, "she sniffed me out and we fell in love."

They married in 1938. They lived briefly in Decoto and then moved to Mariposa, where they remained for 13 years, raising four children, as well as sheep, pigs and chickens. They then moved to Winters to ranch before retiring in Calaveras County. They moved to Davis in 1994.

She loved to garden, play the piano and read. She also loved to read and clip the daily newspaper, saving all the articles and advertisements to put in a scrapbook. She was well known for mailing them out to family and friends.

She is survived by her husband, Robert and four children, David K. Whipple and wife, Carole, of New Mexico; Kathy Whipple-Wong of Auburn; Anita Whipple-Schwitzer ad husband, Peter of Tennessee and Marie Glover of Bakersfield. She is also survived by her brothers, Milton Munger and his wife, Winifred of Napa; John Munger and wife, Louise of Scotts Valley and Richard Munger and his wife, Ruth of Sonora; grandchildren, Michael Wong, Tim Wong, Lisa Christy, Joel Krauter, Noah Goodman, Nina, Mike Whipple and numerous great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews.

The family would like to give thanks to Yolo Hospice for the extraordinary care, love and support. At the families' request no services will be held at this time. Remembrances in her name can be made to Yolo Hospice, P.O. Box 1014, Davis, CA 95617. Davis Funeral Chapel is handling the arrangements.

(Obituary from the "The Davis Enterprise," Wednesday, March 14, 2001, (Yolo County). Submitted with the permission of the "The Davis Enterprise," 315 G Street, Davis, CA 95616.)

John E. Whisler

John E. Whisler died March 1, 2001, at Sutter Davis Hospital. Born in Coon Rapids, Iowa, on Aug. 15, 1920, to George R. and Martha E. Whisler, he was 80.

He had lived in Davis since 1946 and was a staff research associate in the pomology department at UC Davis for more than 40 years.

He served in the South Pacific in the U.S. Army during World War II, and he also served in the Korean War. He was active in the Cub Scouts and Boy Scouts of America, serving as Scout master of Troop 111 and adviser to Explorer Post 461. He received the Silver Bear Award from the Golden Empire Council for his many years of service with the Boy Scouts.

He is survived by his wife, Beverly J. Whisler of Davis; his sons, John R. Whisler of Lodi and Edward D. Whisler of Davis; and his granddaughter, Katy J. Whisler of Eugene, Ore.

Funeral services will begin at 1 p.m. Thursday at the Davis Funeral Chapel, 116 D St., Davis.

(Obituary from the "The Davis Enterprise," Wednesday, March 7, 2001, (Yolo County). Submitted with the permission of the "The Davis Enterprise," 315 G Street, Davis, CA 95616.)

Nancy Whitaker

Nancy Whitaker - a devoted mother, a tireless community activist and a committed advocate for wildlife and their threatened habitats - died Oct. 29, 2004, at her home in Davis. She was 73.

Born Aug. 26, 1931, in Monterey, she was raised in Pacific Grove. Her ancestors include many early settlers of Monterey County; she also was a member of the Coast Miwok tribe of California.

She moved to Davis in 1963. She believed deeply in the importance of community and she gave much of her time and energy to that cause. She was active in the West Davis schools, and in community action groups that advocated responsible growth within the city. She was also vocal through her many letters to the editor on behalf of education, development and wildlife habitat issues.

She had a great impact through her work as an animal rights advocate for the Animal Protection Institute of America. Her work on behalf of wild horses in the western United States is well known in the animal rights field and within the Bureau of Land Management.

She advocated for all wildlife, including wild horses and domestic cats and dogs, and she was a believer in the habitat protection concept that encompasses all wildlife in their struggle to coexist with encroaching human development.

"Nancy spoke up for healthy communities for people and for animals," her family says. "Her voice will be missed."

She is survived by her sister and brother-in-law, Patty and Jerry Cummings of Los Gatos; sons, Larry Whitaker of Reno and Jim Whitaker of Winters and their spouses; daughters Lynn Hurd of Las Cruces, N.M., and Suzy Whitaker of Sacramento and their spouses; and five grandchildren.

A private gathering was held in her honor on All Hallows Eve.

Her family will be hosting visitors at her home between noon and 5 p.m. Wednesday. They welcome anyone who would like to share memories and condolences.

Donations in her name may be made to the Sierra Club Yolano Group.

(Obituary from the "The Davis Enterprise," Tuesday, November 2, 2004.)

Marie Louise Whitcombe

Marie Louise Whitcombe died peacefully in her long-time Davis home in the company of her family on August 5, 2005, at age 96.

Services will be held at Davis Community Church on Thursday at 5 p.m. A celebration will follow at Tandem Properties offices, 3500 Anderson Road in Davis.

Marie was an only child, born in San Francisco, to John and Cecilia Olsson on December 9, 1908. Both of her parents emigrated from Sweden. Her father was a sea-going captain who, in his later years, was a tugboat pilot in San Francisco Bay.

In her early twenties, Marie was the Garden Editor for Sunset Magazine. She loved her career, family members said, and came to UC Davis in 1934 to enhance her knowledge of gardening. She was one of only thirty-five women in attendance at that time, many becoming lifelong friends. She loved to tell the story that she arrived at college with a fur coat, a jump-seat Ford convertible, a German Shepard and very little else.

There she met Harry Whitcombe, her husband for over fifty years, who also attended UC Davis. The couple was married in November of 1936 at the home of Warren Tufts, a professor of pomology at UCD for whom Marie worked.

Harry graduated from UC Berkeley in entomology in 1938 and returned to Davis to continue research in pollination and bee genetics. The couple gradually accumulated a number of beehives and, working together, their apiary become one of the most successful in the United States. Because of these pioneering research projects, they were featured in articles published in The Saturday Evening Post, Reader's Digest and in a book, "Bees Are My Business," published by Putnam.

Throughout her life, Marie was active in Republican women's organizations in Yolo County. She was committed to traditional values such as a strong work ethic, loyalty and honesty. She had a flare for style and creativity, her family said, and her hobbies included gardening, flower arranging and decorating for events. She played the violin in the Sacramento Symphony. She was an avid tennis player and, well into her eighties, a golfer as well. When she retired from golf, the women's golf club at El Macero made her an honorary member of the "Niners."

She raised three children in Davis and was active in their school and outside activities. In her later years, she and Harry traveled extensively in Canada, the United States and Mexico. She loved to visit all the friends she'd made in Acapulco over the years, her family said, always bearing clothing and gifts upon arrival.

During the last ten years, she was known as the creator of the holiday baskets for the Children's Secret Store at the Davis Art Center Holiday Sale. She spent each year gathering baskets, toys and ornaments, often at garage sales.

Marie was adored by everyone who knew her, her family said. She touched the lives of many and inspired them with her generosity and her positive outlook on life. A social butterfly, Marie lit up any room she walked into, they added, and over the years she made sure to walk into many rooms.

She is survived by her children, John Whitcombe and his wife Judy, Nancy Roe and her husband Bill, and Ken Whitcombe and daughter-in-law, Donna Whitcombe, all of Davis; grandchildren Joe Whitcombe and his wife Elena of Davis, Sandy Whitcombe and her husband David of Los Angeles, Eric Roe and his wife Channa of Davis, and Whitney Thornburg and her husband Matt of San Francisco; and great-grandchildren Sam Whitcombe of Davis, Veronica Roe of Davis, and Edie Whitcombe of Los Angeles.

The family requests any memorial contributions be sent to CommuniCare Health Centers, 2040 Sutter Place in Davis.

(Obituary from the "The Davis Enterprise," Monday, August 8, 2005.)

Darlene White

Darlene White died from injuries sustained in an automobile accident Wednesday, July 6 at age 47.

Mrs. White was born Aug. 6, 1957 in Oklahoma City, Okla. to Charlie Collins and Elwanda Henry. She had been a Yolo County resident for 41 years. She graduated from Western Career College as a certified medical assistant. She worked as a medical transcriber and caregiver and was a member of Woodland Foursquare Church.

Survivors include Mrs. White's husband of 14 years, Trevor Howard White of Woodland; her sons, Rusty Ray Johnson, Justin Wade Johnson and Trevor Howard White Jr. all of Woodland; four grandchildren; her sisters, Stella Haynie and her husband Ted of Grants Pass, Ore., Audrey Collins and Arlene Henderson and her husband Gary, all of Woodland; and her brother Ronnie Collins of Wichita, Kan. She was preceded in death by her parents.

The family requests memorials in Mrs. White's name be directed to The National Kidney Foundation of Northern California Inc., 131 Steuart St. Suite 520, San Francisco, 94105-1230.

Services: A memorial service is scheduled for 10 a.m. today, Tuesday, at Woodland Foursquare Church, 23 Grand Ave., Woodland with Pastors Bill, Betty and Mark officiating. Cremains will be returned to the family. North Sacramento Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.

(Obituary from the Woodland "Daily Democrat," Tuesday, July 12, 2005.)

Lois Carol Whitesell

Lois Carol Whitesell died in Woodland Memorial Hospital, Friday, Oct. 17, 2003, at age 70.

Born Sept. 30, 1933, in Correctionville, Iowa, Mrs. Whitesell had been a Yolo County resident for 24 years. She graduated in 1952 from Correctionville public school, Correctionville, Iowa. She attended First Baptist Church, Woodland, before retiring her last employment as a sales clerk at JC Penney's, Woodland for six years.

Survivors include her husband, Don Whitesell of Woodland; daughters, Deb Petry of Woodland and Sherrie Dahl and husband Jim of Arbuckle; sons, Jim Whitesell and wife Caryn of Cameron Park, and Rick Whitesell of Huntsville, Ala.; grandchildren, Justin and fiance Amy, Ethan and fiancé Nicole, Brendon, Hayley Whitesell of Cameron Park, Marissa Petry of Placentia, D.J. Petry of Woodland, Nate and Nicole Dahl of Arbuckle, Honee Batt and husband Ashley, Brittany Ables and husband Lee, Ricky Whitesell of Huntsville, Ala.; great-grandchildren, Caleb Whitesell, Deavin Batt, Heaven Leigh Lu Ables of Huntsville, Ala. She was preceded in death by her parents, Elwood Wright and Glennis Chase; brother, Elwin Wright; and granddaughter, Lindsey Lu Whitesell.

The family requests memorials be directed to First Baptist Church, Woodland, and Woodland Christian School, 1616 West St., Woodland. Arrangements are under the direction of McNary's Chapel of Woodland.

Services: Visitation is scheduled from 3 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 22, at Barker Funeral Home, Correctionville, Iowa. A funeral service is scheduled at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 23, also at Correctionville, Iowa. Burial will be held at Correctionville Cemetery, Correctionville, Iowa.

(Obituary from the Woodland "Daily Democrat," Tuesday, October 21, 2003.)

Benjamin Ward White

Benjamin Ward White, 82, died suddenly March 28, 2003, at his home in Davis.

Born on March 22, 1921, and raised in New York and Maryland, he graduated from Swarthmore College in Pennsylvania. After serving in the U.S. Army during World War II, he received his Ph.D. in psychology from the University of Michigan where he met his late wife Martha. He worked at MIT in the 1950s and '60s, and then moved with his family to Tiburon in 1967. He spent the remainder of his career as a psychology professor at San Francisco State University.

Since February of 2000, he had been living at the University Retirement Community in Davis.

He will be remembered for his intelligence, his kindness and compassion, as well as his dry sense of humor. He was an active member of the Society of Friends, and involved with several volunteer groups.

He is survived by his son, Chris White; his daughter, Stacey White; his daughter-in-law, Diane Heininger; his daughter-in-law, Kirsten Street; and his best friend Dorsey Tweedie. He touched many lives, and his family and friends will miss him very much.

A memorial service will begin at 2 p.m. Tuesday in the University Retirement Community's auditorium, 1515 Shasta Drive.

(Obituary from the "The Davis Enterprise," Thursday, April 3, 2003.)

Bill D. White

Bill D. White died at his Davis home on July 6, 2003. He was 80.

Born in San Antonio on Sept. 3, 1922, he joined the U.S. Marines at age 18. He fought in Pacific Theater battles during World War II -- at Guadalcanal, Saipan and Guam -- before being honorably discharged in 1945. He served on the Alameda police force for 12 years, and was the youngest officer appointed to sergeant.

He married his wife, the late Brenda White, in 1962.

He became a public defender in Yolo County while studying law at night at McGeorge School of Law, where he was valedictorian of the 1969 class. He set up his own practice, then later accepted a position as legal counsel for the state Department of Water Resources.

He was a member of the Sacramento Yacht Club for more than 30 years, serving as commodore in 1982. After retiring in 1987, he spent much of his time traveling, often in an RV on the open road, and boating.

He is survived by his brother Albert (Wayne) White of Garland, Texas; daughters Linda Clements of Castro Valley, Michele Walton of Citrus Heights, Suzanne Perry of Hebron, Ky.; son Jim White of Grand Junction, Colo.; seven grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.

A celebration of Bill White's life will be held at the Sacramento Yacht Club, 3365 South River Road in West Sacramento, on Saturday, Aug. 9, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Memorials may be sent to Yolo Hospice, P.O. Box 1014, Davis, CA 95617.

(Obituary from the "The Davis Enterprise," Saturday, August 2, 2003.)

David F. White

David F. White died in his Woodland home with his loving wife Michelle by his side, on June 2, 2000. Born Dec. 14, 1943, in San Mateo, he was 56.

He was the son of the late Bruce and Claire White. He had been a resident of Woodland for the past 35 years.

Family members said his interests included auto racing, refurbishing Porsche automobiles, fly fishing, traveling and camping. He was loved by all for his quick mind and wonderful sense of humor.

He graduated from Cal State Sacramento with a bachelor's degree in criminal science and then attended Lincoln Law School in Sacramento. He was employed at Safeway in Woodland and Stille Co. Inc., Woodland in various management positions.

He joined Coldwell Banker Real Estate in 1993 and prior to his death was manager of its property management office.

He served on numerous Sacramento and Yolo County boards, including the Big Valley Credit Union and Yolo Hospice.

He is survived by his wife, Michelle White of Woodland; son Barrett White of Santa Rosa; daughter, Cheri Finch; grandson, Tyler Stunek of Las Vegas; and sister, Pamela and her husband Bill Harriman of Whidbey Island, Wash.

A celebration of his life is scheduled for 6 p.m. Saturday at R.H. Phillips Vineyard. In honor of his life, it is requested by the family that bright and casual dress be worn.

The family requests that memorials be directed to Yolo Hospice, P.O. Box 1014, Davis, CA 95617.

(Obituary from the "The Davis Enterprise," for the week of June 4, 2000, (Yolo County). Submitted with the permission of the "The Davis Enterprise," 315 G Street, Davis, CA 95616.)

Dortha "Dot" White

Dortha "Dot" White of Knights Landing died in Woodland Monday, Aug. 22 at age 85.

Mrs. White was born March 29, 1920 in Little Rock, Ark. She had been a Yolo County resident for 57 years. She was a housewife and a member of Victory Praise Tabernacle.

Survivors include Mrs. White's daughters, Patricia Reynolds and Pamala J. "PJ" Toal; her sons, Dan White and Gary White; her grandchildren, Linda Reynolds, Steve Reynolds, Chris White, Allan White, Shawndale White and Robert Toal; two great-grandchildren; and her sisters, Ratha Skinner and Elouise Jackson.

The family requests memorials in Mrs. White's name be directed to the Yolo County Adult Day Care Center, 20 N. Cottonwood, Woodland, 95695.

Services: A church memorial service is scheduled for 11 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 27 at Victory Praise Tabernacle of Knights Landing, 42236 Fourth St., Knights Landing with Pastor Jim McLean officiating. A private interment for family will be held at Knights Landing Cemetery. Kraft Bros. Funeral Directors of Woodland is assisting the family with arrangements.

(Obituary from the Woodland "Daily Democrat," Thursday, August 25, 2005.)

Eugene V. White

Eugene V. White died on Sept. 24, 2002, at his home in Willows.

Born on May 4, 1925, in Calamus, Iowa, he was 77 years old.

He lived in Davis from 1965 to 1993. He served in the U.S. Navy and worked as a machinist.

He enjoyed gardening, hunting, fishing and going to garage sales. He was also a member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars.

He is survived by his wife, Donna White of Willows; sons, Richard J. White of Arbuckle and Kevin J. White of Chico; daughter, Diann A. Boucher of Merlin, Ore.; sister, Dorothy Reneau of Clinton, Iowa; five grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren.

A funeral will be held Tuesday at 11 a.m. at F.D. Sweet and Son in Willows.

He will be buried at the Willows Cemetery.

(Obituary from the "The Davis Enterprise," Saturday, September 28, 2002, (Yolo County). Submitted with the permission of the "The Davis Enterprise," 315 G Street, Davis, CA 95616, <http://www.davisenterprise.com/>.)

Gladys F. White

Gladys Fern White of Davis died on April 28, 2002. She was 85.

Born Oct. 14, 1906, she had lived in Davis since 1950.

She is survived by her son, Roger White, and daughter, Carolyn Simmons, both of Davis. She is also survived by her grandchildren, Linda Warner, Mike White, Julie Rose and Vickie Reina; and by five great-grandchildren.

Remembrances in her name may be directed to Yolo Hospice, 132 E St., Suite 3E, Davis, CA 95616.

(Obituary from the "The Davis Enterprise," Thursday May 2, 2002, (Yolo County). Submitted with the permission of the "The Davis Enterprise," 315 G Street, Davis, CA 95616.)

Zelma Ileen White

Zelma Ileen White died at Alderson Convalescent Hospital in Woodland on Tuesday, Aug. 19, 2003, at age 92.

Born Sept. 17, 1910, in Kelseyville, Mrs. White had been a Yolo County resident for 82 years. She worked in Knights Landing as telephone operator, retiring in 1957. She also worked at Grafton School in Knights Landing.

Survivors include her son, James White and wife Frances of Knights Landing; daughters, Beva Wahl of Esparto, and Barbara Hunter and husband James of Woodland; nine grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild; sister, Jane Horgan and husband Richard of Sacramento; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Carl Frederick White in 1983; parents, Carl and Louise (Woods) Kindelt; daughter, Sally Ann Stone in 1996; sister, Barbara Kindelt; and brothers, Carl and Orval Kindelt.

The family requests memorials be directed to the charity of donor's choice. Arrangements are under the direction of Kraft Bros. Funeral Directors of Woodland.

Services: A graveside committal service is scheduled at 10:30 a.m. Friday, Aug. 22, at Knights Landing Cemetery, with Pastor Judy Robbins officiating. Burial will follow.

(Obituary from the Woodland "Daily Democrat," Thursday, August 21, 2003.)

Paul Wells Whitehead

Paul Wells Whitehead died following a heart attack in Woodland Memorial Hospital Monday, July 15, 2002, at age 74.

Born July 14, 1928, in Woodland, Mr. Whitehead was the son of the late James and Emma (Schoetzer) Whitehead. After graduating from Woodland High School, he served his country from 1948 until 1952, and while with the U.S. Army, he was trained as a "cannoneer," completing his basic training at San Luis Obispo. He earned several awards and medals for marksmanship as a rifleman with the .30 caliber and M-1 rifles. Returning to California after the Korean War, he again continued in tire service business. He also was an active member of the Woodland Elks Lodge, B.P.O.E. No. 1299 and the American Legion Yolo Post 77.

Mr. Whitehead was married to Frances Fiedler in 1951, and they made their home in Woodland until her death in June 2002. Together, Paul and Frances operated the family business that had been started by his father James, and they continued it until he retired. Whitehead Tire Service was an anchor of the business community on Main Street Woodland for many years, said family members.

He was survived by his son, Eric Whitehead; and his grandson, Joseph Whitehead, both of Woodland; nieces, Paula Yelle of San Francisco, Barbara Cooper of Lompoc, and Sara Zonneveld of Roseville; nephews, Bruce Yelle of Woodland and Dennis Fiedler of Lompoc; and sister-in-law, Ruby Edwards of Woodland.

Mr. Whitehead was also preceded in death by his sister, Betty Yelle.

A graveside service is scheduled at 10 a.m., Monday, July 22, at Woodland Cemetery. No visitation is scheduled prior to the service. Chaplain Scott Montgomery will be officiating.

The family requests memorials be directed to Kraft Bros. Funeral Directors, 175 Second St., Woodland, 95695.

Kraft Bros. Funeral Directors of Woodland is assisting the family with arrangements. Memorial inquiries may be made by calling 662-4658, or by contacting www.legacy.com.

(Obituary from the "The Daily Democrat," Sunday, July 21, 2002, (Woodland, Yolo County, California). Submitted with the permission of the "The Daily Democrat," 711 Main St., Woodland, CA 95695.)

William K. Whitenack

William K. Whitenack of Oregon, Ohio, died June 6, 2001. Born June 26, 1934, to the Rev. Dorwin Vincent and Mildred (Keller) Whitenack, he was 66.

He graduated from Woodward High School in 1952. He was also a graduate of Ohio Wesleyan University and California State University with a master's degree in political science. He retired from the U.S. Air Force as first lieutenant. He also served on the Davis Design Review Commission.

He is survived by his brother, Robert Whitenack; sister, Doro-thy Bostwick; nieces Val Szegedi, Jacki Dusza and her husband Ron, Pam Baumgartner, Judy Robbins and her husband Ken, Heidi Cook and her husband Jim, Penny Noyes, Patti Lester and her husband Henry, Kathy Oehlers and her husband Tim; nephews Joe Bostwick and his wife Amy, Chuck Whitenack and his wife Debbie, Robert Whitenack and his wife Cindy, and Todd Baumgartner and his wife Angie; as well as 18 great-nieces and great-nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, brother Richard Whitenack, and sister Mary Baumgartner.

Friends will be received at 10 a.m. Saturday at Hoeflinger Funeral Home in Oregon, Ohio. Memorial services will follow at 11 a.m. with the Rev. Marilyn Schroeder. Burial will follow in Ottawa Hills Memorial Park. Memorial contributions may be made in his name to the building fund of Riverpoint Ministries of Toledo, Ohio, or to the United Methodist Church of Davis.

(Obituary from the "The Davis Enterprise," Wednesday, June 13, 2001, (Yolo County). Submitted with the permission of the "The Davis Enterprise," 315 G Street, Davis, CA 95616.)

Patricia F. Whittemore

Patricia F. Whittemore, a Davis resident for more than 40 years, died Sept. 13, 2003, at Woodland Memorial Hospital. She was 84.

She was born in Galt on March 21, 1919, to Peter and Lela McEnerney. She attended Galt High School, then Sacramento City College, where she earned her associate of arts degree.

In 1940 she married her high school sweetheart, Leland B. Whittemore. They lived briefly in Folsom before moving to Sacramento, where they began their family. In 1952 the couple moved to Davis, and she remained here for the rest of her life.

Patricia enjoyed buying and selling antiques, but her foremost joy was always her family and time shared together.

She was preceded in death by her son Carl L. Whittemore on Jan. 21, 1975, and her husband Leland Whittemore on April 2, 1976, as well as her sister Hattie McEnerney and brother Clare McEnerney.

She is survived by her son, John F. Whittemore of Davis; daughter-in-law Renee Spencer and her husband Tim of Davis; grandchildren Karin Long of Woodland, Ryan Whittemore and his wife Erinn of Davis, Roxanne Eggen and her husband Frankie of Oroville, and Brandon Whittemore of Woodland; eight great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Friends are invited to attend a graveside service Friday at 11 a.m. at the Davis Cemetery, 820 Pole Line Road. No calling hours will be set.

Arrangements are under the direction of the Davis Funeral Chapel.

(Obituary from the "The Davis Enterprise," Thursday, September 18, 2003.)

Mildred "Millie" Inez Whittle

Mildred "Millie" Inez Whittle died in San Angelo, Texas on Wednesday, Feb. 8 at age 83.

Mrs. Whittle was born April 17, 1922 in Wetumka, Okla. She was a homemaker and a member of the Town and Country Club and Woodland United Fellowship Church.

Survivors include Mrs. Whittle's daughters, Juanice Hess and her husband Kurt of Sacramento and Jenabeth Anderson and her husband Bruce of Zenia; her son, Mahlon Whittle and his wife Jan of Woodland; seven grandchildren, five great-grandchildren; her sister, Marcelle Wilkinson of San Angelo, Texas; and her brother, Harold Harwell of Wetumka, Okla. She was preceded in death by her husband of 60 years, Herman Whittle.

The family requests memorials in Mrs. Whittle's name be directed to Woodland United Fellowship Church Building Fund.

Services: A memorial service is scheduled for 9 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 16 at Woodland United Fellowship, 240 N. West St., Woodland with Pastor Carl Morgan officiating. Interment will be at San Joaquin Valley Cemetery in Gustine. McNary's Chapel is assisting the family with arrangements.

(Obituary from the Woodland "Daily Democrat," Saturday, February 11, 2006.)

Nelma Whitworth-Villanueva

After a long, full life, Nelma Whitworth-Villanueva died on Dec. 5, 2005. Born Feb. 27, 1919, in Stella, Mo., to Earl E. and Iola Jenny (Hogan) Carey, she was 86 years old.

A graveside service will begin at 1 p.m. Friday at Clovis Cemetery in Clovis.

She came to California with her parents and two sisters, Leota and Freda, in the late 1920s in a new wood-panel truck. They settled on a ranch in Clovis, which remained the family home for more than 50 years.

She graduated from Clovis High School in 1939 and moved to Tiburon during World War II, working in the shipyards in Sausalito to help the war effort. No ship was too tall for her to climb.

She moved to Davis in 1952 with her young family. Once her children were grown, she went work at the University Lodge as the head housekeeper and retired following more than 25 years. She loved meeting and talking to the many visitors.

She traveled extensively, visiting Ireland, Germany, France, Mexico and Scotland, to name a few destinations. She also enjoyed traveling around the United States with her two sons as part of the Model A Club, and participating in many square dancing clubs.

She loved the color red, particularly red roses; this is most evident to those who visited her back yard where planted more than 100 rose bushes.

“She was an independent lady, impatient at times, spunky and very spirited - perhaps due to her Irish background,” her family says. Although she could be stern, her family was very well aware of her deep love for them.

Christmas was her favorite time of year, and every room in her home was decorated. Wonderful memories were created as family members gathered together in her home each Christmas season. She had a rare talent as a seamstress and could create anything she would see, and she had a real love of antiques and clocks.

She was preceded in death by a brother, Don Whitworth.

She is survived by two children, Sharla Bayer of El Macero and Ron Whitworth of Oregon City, Ore.; a brother, Gene Carey of Fresno; a sister, Freda Wagner of Florence, Ore.; five grandchildren and three great-grandchildren with another expected in March.

The family wishes to thank staff of Palm Gardens in Woodland for all their kindness and exceptional care of a beloved family member.

The family requests that any memorial donations or gifts be made to The Alzheimer's Society. Friends who would like to sign a virtual guest book may do so by visiting www.davisfuneral.com.

(Obituary from the "The Davis Enterprise," Thursday, December 8, 2005.)

Thomas C. Wicks

Thomas C. Wicks died Tuesday, April 6, 1999, at his home in Esparto after a lengthy battle with pancreatic cancer. He was 54 years old.

Mr. Wicks was born in Albany, California, on November 24, 1944, and was the son of Clarence and Rose (Azevedo) Wicks. His paternal grandparents were immigrants from Norway and his grandfather was a fisherman out of the San Francisco Ports. His maternal grandparents immigrated from Portugal, and his grandfather was a dairyman and small farmer in Healdsburg.

Mr. Wicks grew up in the Bay Area, living the majority of his childhood in Corte Madera. He graduated from Redwood High School in 1962. He attended Marin Junior College for one year, then transferred to Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo, to pursue and intense interest in animal husbandry.

Mr. Wicks served in the Viet Nam War while in the US Army during 1967-68. He came back to California and worked for Shell Research Company in Modesto, then came to Yolo County to work in the then-new UC Davis Veterinary School/Hospital. He eventually went to work for Antibodies Incorporated in Davis, where he was employed for over 26 years. He is best known for his work as manager of the Antibody/Immunochemicals Custom Services Division and was serving as Chairman of the company's Board of Directors at the time of his death.

Mr. Wicks was a member of the California Wool Growers Association, an associate member of the California High School Rodeo Association (CHSRA), a member/past director of the friends of the Esparto Regional Library, and a member/past elder of the Countryside Community Church. He was also a 4-H Leader for 10 years, and served several times as the dairy goat show chairman of the 4-H Spring Show; a recipient of the Honorary Chapter FFA Degree from the Esparto High School Chapter, and past member of the American Suffolk and the American Registered Dorset Sheep Associations.

Mr. Wicks was an antique enthusiast, enjoyed all facets of livestock production and trained sheep dogs in his earlier years. He and his wife also ran a small flock of commercial sheep in the Davis and Esparto areas. These interests eventually gave way to supporting the busy schedules of his family.

Mr. Wicks is survived by his wife of almost 25 years, Cathie, of Esparto; daughters Katie, of Esparto, and Aaron-Marie, attending Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo, and currently on London Study; son, Mark a senior at Esparto High School; mother, Rose Wicks of Yountville; sister and brother-in-law, Gerry and Mike Carbone, of Oakland; father-in-law and mother-in-law, Rod and Mae Boren of Oregon; brothers-in-law and their wives, Pat and Betsy Boren and Matt and Karol Boren, of Oregon; sister-in-law and her husband, Helen and Jerry Garr, of Atlanta, Georgia; nephews, Rob and Andrew Carbone and Ryan Boren, and nieces, Chris Carbone Evans, Margo Boren Griffith, Corrine, Erica, Irene and Janna Mae Boren and Courtney Garr.

He was preceded in death by his father, Clarence Wicks, in 1986.

In lie of flowers, the family requests that remembrances be sent to the Esparto Regional Library Construction Fund, c/o Friends of the Esparto Regional Library, P.O. Box 787, Esparto, CA 95627; or Countryside Community Church Memorial Fund, 26479 Grafton Street, Esparto, CA 95627; or the Yolo County Hospice, P.O. Box 1014, Davis, CA 95617, in Mr. Wicks' name.

A celebration of Mr. Wicks' life will be held Friday, April 16, at 2 p.m., at the Countryside Community Church in Esparto. Friends will also be welcomed at the Wicks home following the service.

(Obituary from the "Winters Express," Thursday, April 15, 1999 (Yolo County). Submitted with the permission of the "Winters Express," 312 Railroad Ave., Winters, CA 95694.)

Tommie De'Esta “Dee” Templeton Widner

(Tommie) De'Esta Templeton Widner born Sept. 17, 1930 in Eldorado, Oklahoma to Thomas Patrick and Etta (Burnett) Patrick.

Dee was a devoted woman of God and a student of the Word. She was a member of the Barrett Ave. Christian Church in Richmond and The Father's House in Vacaville.

Dee was preceded in death by her husbands Charlie Ray Stewart (1948), James Templeton (1976) and Ronald Widner (1996).

Dee is survived by two daughters (who meant the world to her) Paula Cooper and husband David of Woodland, and Sharon Bates and husband Buddy of Roseville.

She is also survived by five grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren (whom she loved tremendously) Jeffery Spenger (Jennifer) of Meridian, Idaho, Kristen Whipple (Richard) of Woodland, Eric Smith (Wendi) of Vallejo, Monique Dorty (Michael) of Roseville and Jaime Gordon (Patrick) of Sacramento.

The great-grandchildren are Alex, Chris, Lawren, Abigail and Hannah Whipple; Ryan and Dylan Smith; Camile Spenger; Morgan, Madison, and Marley Dorty; and Joshua and Trevor Wilkie.

Friends and family are invited to a visitation on Thursday, May 19, 2005, 4 to 8 p.m., and to the funeral on Friday, May 20, 1 p.m. Both will take place at the Chapel of the Mission Bells in San Pablo.

(Obituary from the Woodland "Daily Democrat," Thursday, May 19, 2005.)

Roy W. Wiedenroth (1st of 2 obituaries)

Roy W. Wiedenroth, 88, died Sunday, May 1, 2005 in Sacramento. He was born Feb. 21, 1917 in New Germany, Minn. to the late Albert and Martha Seefeldt Wiedenroth. During World War II he served with the 81st Infantry Division in the South Pacific and was with the first occupation troops landing on Japanese home islands.

In June 1946 he married Thea Nelk of Woodland. He worked for SMUD in the Overhead Line Division for 32 years, retiring in 1978. During retirement, Roy enjoyed working his vegetable garden, playing cards, traveling in the U.S. and Europe and cruising to several ports and destinations. Roy was an active worker at Fremont Presbyterian Church, a member of the Fremont FIRS, Gold Panners RV Club, Capital City Masonic Lodge and SMUD Line Division Retirees.

Roy is survived by his wife, Thea, of almost 59 years; daughters, Sandra Anders and her husband David of Rancho Cordova and Debra Truitt and her husband Michael of Woodland; his grandchildren, Jeffrey and Phillip Bailey of Sacramento and Heidi and Heather Truitt of Woodland as well as several nieces and nephews in Minnesota.

Graveside services will be held at Woodland City Cemetery on Thursday, May 5 at 1:30 p.m. The family requests donations be made to St. John's Retirement Village or a charity of your choice.

(Obituary from the Woodland "Daily Democrat," Wednesday, May 04, 2005.)

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Roy W. Wiedenroth (2nd of 2 obits.)

Roy W. Wiedenroth died at Kaiser Foundation Hospital in Sacramento Sunday, May 1 at age 88.

Mr. Wiedenroth was born Feb. 21, 1917 in New Germany, Minn. to the late Albert and Martha Seefeldt Wiedenroth. During World War II he served with the 81st Infantry Division in the South Pacific and was with the first occupation troops landing on Japanese home islands. He worked for SMUD in the Overhead Line Division for 32 years, retiring in 1978. He was a member of Fremont Presbyterian Church, Fremont FIRS, Gold Panners RV Club, Capital City Masonic Lodge and SMUD Line Division Retirees.

Survivors include Mr. Wiedenroth's wife of almost 59 years, Thea also of Sacramento; his daughters, Sandra Anders and her husband David of Rancho Cordova and Debra Truitt and her husband Michael of Woodland; his grandchildren, Jeffrey and Phillip Bailey of Sacramento and Heidi and Heather Truitt of Woodland as well as several nieces and nephews in Minnesota.

The family requests donations be made to St. John's Retirement Village, 135 Woodland Ave., Woodland, 95695 or to a charity of the donor's choice.

Services: A graveside service is scheduled for 1:30 p.m. today, Thursday, at Woodland Cemetery. Nicoletti, Culjis & Herberger of Sacramento is assisting the family with arrangements.

(Obituary from the Woodland "Daily Democrat," Thursday, May 05, 2005.)

Dorothy Lucille (Reid) Wiegand

Dorothy Lucille (Reid) Wiegand died at Woodland on Sunday, Aug. 31, 2003, at age 96.

Born Feb. 3, 1907, in Indianapolis, Ind., Mrs. Wiegand had been a Yolo County resident for one year. She retired in 1971 after working 20 years as a bookkeeper with Kelly Girl Employment Services in Pasadena. She had been an active member for many years with the Altar Society of St. Vincent's Catholic Church in Sun City.

Survivors include her grandson, John Courtney and wife Susan of Woodland; two great-granddaughters and one great-grandson, all of Woodland; and one niece of Phoenix, Ariz. She was preceded in death by her husband William "Bill" Wiegand in 1993; and parents, Norman and Margret (Quinn) Reid of Indianapolis, Ind.

The family requests memorials be directed to the charity of donor's choice. Arrangements are under the direction of Kraft Bros. Funeral Directors of Woodland.

Services: A graveside service is scheduled at 1 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 6, at Montecito Memorial Park of Colton, with a burial to follow.

(Obituary from the Woodland "Daily Democrat," Friday, September 05, 2003.)

Andrew Wieman

A celebration of the life of Andrew Wieman is scheduled for 2 p.m. Thursday at the First Assembly of God Church, 1600 Hoover St., Eureka.

A local memorial is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 18, in room 194 of the chemistry building on the UC Davis campus. It is being conducted by Wieman's fraternity, Kappa Sigma.

Wieman, 20, died from stab wounds last week in his room at the Kappa Sigma fraternity at UC Davis. His body was found Jan. 4, with stab wounds to the neck and chest. Authorities have not yet determined whether the death was a suicide or homicide. The Yolo County Coroner's office has listed the death as "suspicious."

Wieman was the son of the late Jan Vernon and Wes Wieman, a dentist who moved to Eureka with his family in 1984.

Weiman was a 1998 graduate of Eureka High School, where he participated in the weightlifting club, the Limited Edition Choral Group and played varsity soccer. He was majoring in economics at UC Davis.

He is survived by his brothers, Daniel of Eureka and Scott of San Pedro; grandparents, Jim and Jean Vernon of Tujunga, Los Angeles County and Marabell Wieman of Tacoma, Wash.

(Obituary from the "The Davis Enterprise," Wednesday, January 10, 2001, (Yolo County). Submitted with the permission of the "The Davis Enterprise," 315 G Street, Davis, CA 95616, <http://www.davisenterprise.com/>. Please note: I am not related to the family listed above, and I do not have any further information on this family.)

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Andrew Vernon Wieman (graveside service)

The family of Andrew Vernon Wieman, the 20-year-old UC Davis student found dead in his room on the UCD campus on Jan. 4, has announced plans for a graveside service in his memory at 3 p.m. Friday at Sunset Memorial Park in Eureka. Pastor Bob VanLaan will officiate.

The investigation into the manner of Wieman's death continues. Nevertheless, the family has determined that a graveside service will allow them some degree of closure and healing, and allow the family to express their thanks to all those who have provided their love and support.

(Obituary from the "The Davis Enterprise," Thursday, February 15, 2001, (Yolo County). Submitted with the permission of the "The Davis Enterprise," 315 G Street, Davis, CA 95616.)

Melville Brenton Wier

Melville Brenton Wier died Dec. 9, 2004. He was 73.

A memorial service will begin at 1 p.m. on Sunday at Valley Presbyterian Church in Paradise Valley, Ariz.

Born in East Orange, N.J., on Sept. 20, 1931, he moved with his family to east Toledo, Ohio, where he spent his youth. He attended Ohio State University where he majored in political science.

After college, he received his officer's commission from the United States Army where he served with distinction in the Signal Corps and the Armor Divisions for 20 years, attaining the rank of Lieutenant Colonel. During his time in the Army he attended Harvard Business School where he graduated in the top 1 percent of his class and was a George Baker Scholar, graduating with a master's in business with high distinction. He then taught Economics at the United States Military Academy at West Point and served as a tank Battalion Commander in Viet Nam and in Bamberg Germany.

After he retired from the armed services, he enjoyed a second career in business working for Dart Industries. In 1985, he relocated to Arizona where he was involved in running WMF Container Corporation, Thompson Industries, Foam Fabricators, Inc. and Tex Tech Industries. He spent the next 24 years of his life in Arizona and New York, traveling the world for business and pleasure.

His family remembers him as an avid golfer and wine connoisseur. He had a lifelong love of learning, spoke five languages, and had an immense capacity for remembering the words to any and all songs he had ever sung, as well as the many passages of literature and poetry he had learned as a child. Until his recent illness, he was teaching himself to be a gourmet cook.

He was preceded in death by his first wife, Cecie Wier.

He is survived by his wife, Maria Lemos of New York; his daughter Melanie Wier Dodd; and grandsons John and Spencer Dodd of Davis.

He is further survived by his brother, Edward Wier of Connecticut; niece Sherrie Howey of New York and nephew Greg Wier of Ohio.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Arizona Heart Hospital Foundation (602) 266-2200 or Hospice of Arizona (602) 678-1313.

(Obituary from the "The Davis Enterprise," during the week of December 13, 2004.)

Francis William Wihl

Francis William Wihl died on Wednesday, June 18, 2003, at age 87.

Born March 14, 1916, a native of Illinois, Mr. Wihl had been a Woodland resident for two years.

Survivors include his children, Bill Wihl and wife Frances Brandon, Mary Macias, Bob Wihl, Mike Wihl and wife Kim, Linda Wihl and husband Dennis Kinne, Mark Wihl and wife Linda, Tim Wihl and wife Lynda, and John Wihl and wife Corinne; 20 grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; sister, Helen Bell and brother, Louis Wihl.

Arrangements are under the direction of Price Funeral Chapel of Citrus Heights.

Services: Friends are welcome for the Recitation of the Holy Rosary scheduled at 7:30 p.m. Sunday, June 22, 2003, at Price Funeral Chapel, 6335 Sunrise Blvd., Citrus Heights. Mass of Christian Burial is scheduled at 1 p.m. Monday, June 23, at Holy Family Catholic Church, 7817 Old Auburn Rd., Citrus Heights. Interment will be at Calvary Cemetery of Sacramento.

(Obituary from the Woodland "Daily Democrat," Friday, June 20, 2003.)

Marcia Wilder-LUTZ

Marcia Wilder-Lutz died in Union, Ore. Thursday, Feb. 10 at age 43.

Mrs. Wilder-Lutz was born Oct. 11, 1962 in Chippewa Falls, Wis. to Samuel and Jewel Wilder. She had been a Yolo County resident for a year. She graduated from high school in 1980 in Newport, Ore. and from Portland Beauty College, Portland, Ore. in 1982. She worked for Applebee's in Woodland and was a licensed beautician in Oregon.

Survivors include Mrs. Wilder-Lutz's husband of 16 years, Roger Lutz; her daughter, Paige Lutz; her sons, Travis Rose and Dillon Lutz all of Union, Ore.; her father, Samuel Wilder; her stepmother, Mary Wilder; her sister, Linda Rodgers all of Woodland; her brothers, Chad Wilder and his wife Diane of Bozeman, Mont., Phil Wilder and his wife Carolyn of Modesto and Russ Wilder of Prescott, Ariz.; her nieces, Alex Rodgers, Brianne Wilder, Angela Wilder and Sarah Wilder and her nephews, Justin Wilder, Kenny Wilder, Aaron Wilder, Adam Wilder and Tyrell Wilder. She was preceded in death by her mother, Jewel Wilder and an infant sister and brother.

The family requests memorials in Mrs. Wilder-Lutz's name be directed to the charity of the donor's choice.

Services: A graveside service is scheduled for Saturday, Feb. 26 in New Auburn, Wis. Interment will be beside her mother, brother and sister. Daniels Chapel of the Valley of La Grande, Ore. is assisting the family with arrangements.

(Obituary from the Woodland "Daily Democrat," Tuesday, February 22, 2005.)

Margaret Mary Wild

Margaret Mary Wild died at the family farm in Zamora Saturday, Sept. 4, 2004 at age 89.

Miss Wild was born May 8, 1915 in Zamora to the late Fred and Anna K. Blessie Wild. Her family owned the Zamora General Store and formed the Wild Family Orchestra. She played drums in the orchestra and in 1980 the Orchestra produced a record album, appeared on "American Crossroads" and was featured on various other television programs.

Survivors include Miss Wild's brothers Fred and Claude Wild of Zamora. She was preceded in death by her brothers Forrest and Harold and her sister Eva.

Memorials in Miss Wild's name may be directed to Zamora Fire Department, P.O. Box 166, Zamora 95698-0166.

Services: A graveside service is scheduled for 10:30 a.m. Friday, Sept. 10 at Mary's Cemetery of Yolo. McNary's Chapel of Woodland is assisting the family with arrangements.

(Obituary from the Woodland "Daily Democrat," Wednesday, September 8, 2004.)

Aaron H. Wilgus

(The following obituary was transcribed by Betty Loose.)

"Sacramento Bee," Tuesday April 6, 1909.

DIED

WILGUS - In this city, April 6, 1909, Aaron H. Wilgus, husband of the late Esther Wilgus, father of J.H. Wilgus, Mrs. J.B. RUGGLES, and Mrs. Carrie PACKARD, a native of New Jersey, aged 87 years, 3 months and 10 days. Funeral notice hereafter.

Son of Aaron Wilgus

"Daily Bee," Sacramento, Tuesday Evening, May 12, 1863.

DEATHS

At Buckeye, Yolo county, May 7th, Edward, son of Aaron WILGUS, aged 17 years and 4 months.

(The preceding obituary was transcribed by Betty Loose.)

Charlotte Elizabeth Wilgus

WILGUS - In Winters, August 25th, Charlotte Elizabeth, daughter of John H. and Luella Wilgus, aged 5 months.

The bud has been transplanted

Where flowers perennial bloom.

(The Winters Advocate, August 31, 1878. (This obituary was contributed by volunteer, jch.)

Margaret Velma Wilkendorf

Margaret Velma Wilkendorf of Woodland died Wednesday, March 1 at age 94.

Mrs. Wilkendorf was born Nov. 9, 1911 in Bishop. She had been a Yolo County resident for 76 years. She was a 1930 graduate of Woodland High School and was a homemaker and secretary. She was a member of Woodland United Methodist Church, Eastern Star and the Native Daughters of the Golden West.

Survivors include Mrs. Wilkendorf's daughter, Phyllis Holmes of Sheep Ranch; her son, Richard Wilkendorf of El Dorado Hills; his grandchildren, Stephen and Jeffery Wilkendorf and Scott and Eric Davis; eight great-grandchildren; her sisters, Helen Buck and Mildred Judson both of Woodland and her brother, Harold Thomson. She was preceded in death by her husband of 70 years, Meryl Wilkendorf.

The family requests memorials in Mrs. Wilkendorf's name be directed to Yolo Hospice, P.O. Box 1014, Davis, 95617 or to the charity of the donor's choice.

Services: A memorial service is scheduled for 3 p.m. Saturday, March 4 at United Methodist Church, 212 Second St., Woodland. McNary's Chapel is assisting the family with arrangements.

(Obituary from the Woodland "Daily Democrat," Thursday, March 2, 2006.)

Meryl Arling "Wilkie" Wilkendorf

Meryl Arling "Wilkie" Wilkendorf of Woodland died Sunday, Feb. 19 at age 96.

Mr. Wilkendorf was born Feb. 24, 1909 in Woodland. He was a life-long Woodland resident. He graduated from Woodland High School in 1930 and was a farmer and worked for Spreckels Sugar, Coca-Cola and the city of Woodland. He was a member of Woodland United Methodist Church, a 75-year Mason, volunteer for Community Care Car and a Senior Gleaners.

Survivors include Mr. Wilkendorf's wife of 70 years, Margaret Wilkendorf of Woodland; his daughter, Phyllis Holmes of Sheep Ranch; his son, Richard Wilkendorf of El Dorado Hills; his grandchildren, Stephen and Jeffery Wilkendorf and Scott and Eric Davis; and eight great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, one sister and two brothers.

The family requests memorials in Mr. Wilkendorf's name be directed to Yolo Hospice, P.O. Box 1014, Davis, 95617.

Services: Visitation is scheduled from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 23 at McNary's Chapel, 458 College St., Woodland. A memorial service is scheduled for 11 a.m. Friday, Feb. 24 at United Methodist Church, 212 Second St., Woodland with Pastor John Sublett officiating. McNary's Chapel is assisting the family with arrangements.

(Obituary from the Woodland "Daily Democrat," Wednesday, February 22, 2006.)

Ronald William Wilkendorf

Ronald William Wilkendorf died at his home Tuesday, Aug. 2, 2005 in Bruce Township near Long Prairie, Minn. at the age of 62.

Mr. Wilkendorf was born June 9, 1943 to Glenn and Dolores (Weider) Wilkendorf. He was a native resident and graduated from Woodland High School. In his youth he was active in the Cub Scouts, Boy Scouts having become an Explorer Scout and held office in the Woodland DeMolay's.

Ronald married Charla Minder of El Monte and they had three sons.

Later he married Davola Webster and they raised two sons and a daughter.

Before retiring, Mr. Wilkendorf worked for 20 years as a correctional officer for the State of California. He was a member of CCPOA and the Lions Club.

He was very proud of his heritage and a loving father and grandfather and so enjoyed times when members of his family could be together. He looked forward to the annual Wilkendorf family reunion and planned to have one in Minnesota.

He loved to tinker and restore things and had set up several lovely gardens. He was generous with his time to help others. Ron also enjoyed the habitat of wildlife and spent time near and around his home watching the wild animals and fowl on a natural pond nearby. Fishing with his son, Brenden, on nearby lakes was always a joy to him. Another favorite time was to have a barbecue and a big bonfire where friends gathered. One last bonfire was lit in a meadow by his home on the eve of his funeral where some family members and friends gathered in his memory.

Services were held for Mr. Wilkendorf on Friday, Aug. 5, 2005 at the Stein-Dingmann Funeral Home in Long Prairie with Rev. Arnold Rochell officiating.

Respecting the wishes of Ron, his ashes were scattered in the woods, on the natural pond and surroundings of his home.

He will be greatly missed by his family and friends both here and in Minnesota.

Survivors include his wife of 30 years, Davola (Webster) Wilkendorf of Woodland, his sons, Aaron Webster and his wife Lisa of Rocklin, Lenny Wilkendorf and his wife Kelli of Oregon, Troy Wilkendorf and his wife Lisa of Oregon, Neil Wilkendorf and his wife Tara of Vacaville and Brenden Wilkendorf and his fiancŽe Sara of St. Louis Park, Minn.; his daughter, Leann Webster of Sacramento; 10 grandchildren; his mother, Dolores Walter of Woodland; his brothers, Thom Rose and his wife Sandra of West Sacramento, Michael Wayne Walter of Idaho, Jeffrey Walter of Oregon, Timothy Walter of Woodland, Roddy Wilkendorf of Sacramento and Daryl Wilkendorf and his wife Penny; his sisters, Darla Young and Lizzie Dickinson both of Woodland. Also surviving in Woodland are his uncle and aunt, Meryl and Margaret Wilkendorf, his aunt Lura Wilkendorf of Plainfield and his former wife Charla (Wilkendorf) Kelly of Tillamook, Ore.

He was preceded in death by his father, Glenn Wilkendorf; his stepmother, Martha Wilkendorf, his brother, Bruce Wilkendorf and his stepfather, Wayne Walter; also his paternal grandparents, Otto and Ora Wilkendorf and his maternal grandparents Will and Hazelle Weider, all life-long residents of the Woodland area.

Memorials in Mr. Wilkendorf's name may be directed to the charity of the donor's choice.

A time for remembrance will be scheduled at a later date.

Visit our guest book at www.dailydemocrat.com.

(Obituary from the Woodland "Daily Democrat," Sunday, August 21, 2005.)

Carl Wilkerson

Carl Wilkerson died in Arcata Saturday, Dec. 21, 2002, at age 84.

Born Nov. 19, 1918, in Atoka, Okla., Mr. Wilkerson lived and worked in Oklahoma until 1945 when he moved with his family to Humboldt County, after his discharge from the Navy in 1944. He served at Camp Peary, Williamsburg, Va. He began working at Bud Peter's Dairy in Crannell in 1945. Later he worked for years in the local lumbering industry including Hammond Lumber in Crannell, Arcata Redwood, Arcata Plywood and Fortuna Plywood. He and his wife Vivian, moved to Yolo County in 1961 where he worked for Kimsey Welding until he opened his own business, Carl's Welding during 1970. He retired in 1984. Mr. Wilkerson and his wife returned to Arcata area in 1989. According to his family members, "he will always be remembered for his stories and great one-liners. He could always keep you laughing."

Mr. Wilkerson is survived by his daughters, Pat Vanderklis and husband Art of Arcata, Carlene Deniston and husband Jack of Federal Way, Wash., and Ginger Svihovec and husband Maury of Esparto; grandchildren, Kara McKay, Kim Vanderklis Sundberg, Carl Vanderklis, Miranda Vanderklis, Mark Deniston, Tony Deniston, Tracy Deniston Estes and Andy Deniston; numerous great-grandchildren; three great-great-grandchildren; and half-sisters, Billy Jean Smith and Janetta Smith.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Vivian Jewell Wilkerson, in 1995; son, Carl Ray Wilkerson, in 1949; sister, Peggy Moller; one half-brother; and five half-sisters.

The family requests memorials be directed to Hospice of Humboldt, 2010 Myrtle Ave., Eureka, 95501.

(Obituary from the Woodland "Daily Democrat," Wednesday, January 08, 2003.)

Donald Gene Wilkerson

Donald Gene Wilkerson died in Woodland Saturday, Aug. 28, 2004 the age 75.

Mr. Wilkerson was born Nov. 13, 1928 in Roswell, N.M. to Earnest Harvey and Martha Jane Wilkerson. He graduated from Harding Christian College with degree in theology and had preached for 50 years in the Church of Christ. He was honorably discharged from the U.S. Navy after four years of service.

Survivors include Mr. Wilkerson's daughters, Martha and her husband Bill Avila of Odessa, Texas; Laura and her husband Osvaldo Valdez of Buenos Aries, Argentina; Jeanna and her husband Kevin Hinds of Woodland; Deanna and her husband Eddie Malone of Borger, Texas and Rachel and her husband Wayne Reeves of Newman and his son, Jonathan and his wife Rachel Wilkerson of Woodland. He is also survived by nine grandchildren: Francesca, Katrina, Melanie, Megan, Jessica, Kristopher, Rebecca, Marisa, Maria Laura, Tyce and three great-grandchildren, Haley, Tanner and Lucas.

Mr. Wilkerson is preceded in death by his wife Nancye Sue and twin brother Ronald Dean.

The family requests memorial donations in Mr. Wilkerson's name be directed to Woodland Church of Christ, 130 W. Court St., Woodland, 95695.

Services: Visitation is scheduled for 10 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 1 at the Woodland Church of Christ, 130 W. Court St., Suite 5, Woodland. A funeral service will follow at noon. Burial will be 11 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 4, at South Park Cemetery, Roswell, N.M. Evergreen Funeral Services of Woodland is assisting the family with arrangements.

(Obituary from the Woodland "Daily Democrat," Wednesday, September 1, 2004.)

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Donald Gene Wilkerson (2nd of 2 obits.

Mr. Donald Gene Wilkerson, a native of Roswell, N.M. died Saturday, Aug. 28, 2004 in Woodland, where he lived with for the past four years with his son, a daughter and their families. He succumbed to cancer at the age of 75.

Donald was born Nov. 13, 1928 in Roswell, N.M. to Earnest Harvey and Martha Jane Wilkerson. His mother's father, Tice Elkins, was a noted preacher of the Gospel in the Church of Christ, from whom Donald was influenced to preach himself in various places for most of 50 years. Donald's family consisted of 10 brothers and three sisters, of which only three brothers remain. Donald was preceded in death by his faithful wife, Nancye Sue, and, more recently, by his twin brother Ronald Wilkerson.

Donald is survived by his five daughters, Martha and her husband Bill Avila of Odessa, Texas, Laura and her husband Osvaldo Valdez of Buenos Aries, Argentina, Jeanna and her husband Kevin Hinds of Woodland, Deanna and her husband Eddie Malone of Borger, Texas, Rachel and her husband Wayne Reeves of Newman, and his son, Jonathan and his wife Rachel Wilkerson of Woodland. He is also survived by nine grandchildren: Francesca, Katrina, Melanie, Megan, Jessica, Kristopher, Rebecca, Marisa, Maria Laura, Tyce and three great-grandchildren, Haley, Tanner and Lucas.

Donald, shortly after high school, went into the U.S. Navy for a four year tour, from which he was honorably discharged. Following that, Donald attended Harding Christian College, where he did much of his preparation to preach the Gospel of Christ and well as came to know Nancye, the love of his life, who he has now gone to join in the Paradise of God.

The family requests memorial donations in Mr. Wilkerson's name be directed to Woodland Church of Christ, 130 W. Court St., Woodland, 95695.

Services: Visitation is scheduled for 10 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 1 at the Woodland Church of Christ, 130 W. Court St., Suite 5, Woodland. A funeral service will follow at noon. Burial will be 11 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 4, at South Park Cemetery, Roswell, N.M. Evergreen Funeral Services of Woodland is assisting the family with arrangements.

(A photograph of Donald Wilkerson is included with this obituary.)

(Obituary from the Woodland "Daily Democrat," Wednesday, September 1, 2004.)

Helen F. Wilkins

Helen F. Wilkins died on Nov. 26, 1999, at Courtyard Health Care in Davis. Born on Sept. 29, 1904, in Chicago, she was 95.

She was raised in Chicago. She was a music teacher for several years, but most of her life was spent as a homemaker. She came to Davis from Southern California in 1976.

After her husband's death in 1980, she moved to Palm Springs where she resided until moving back to Davis in 1988. She was a member of the Davis Senior Center and the Davis Christian Science Church.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Raymond Leslie Wilkins, on Jan. 9, 1980, and her daughter, Georgia Ann Cooper, on Aug. 19, 1997.

She is survived by her grandchildren, Brandt Cooper of Antelope and Susan O'Rell of Davis. She also leaves six great-grandchildren and one great-great-granddaughter.

Private burial will take place at the Davis Cemetery.

Arrangements are under the direction of Davis Funeral Chapel.

(Obituary from the "The Davis Enterprise," for the week of Nov. 28, 1999, (Yolo County). Submitted with the permission of the "The Davis Enterprise," 315 G Street, Davis, CA 95616.)

Anne B. Wilkinson

Anne B. Wilkinson died on Sept. 15, 2002, at The Turning Leaf Care Facility in Davis. Born on Nov. 15, 1917, she was 84 years old.

She was born in Missouri and moved to Pomona at a very young age. She attended school in Pomona and graduated from Pomona College. She married Dick Wilkinson in January 1941. In the early 1950s they moved to San Diego and then to Davis in 1983.

She was an avid bridge player and enjoyed knitting and needlework. She was active in the Social Service Auxilary and Children's Home Society, both in San Diego.

She was preceded in death by her husband in 1995.

She is survived by her daughter, Susan Hall and her husband Joe, and son, Steve Wilkinson and his wife Cathy, all of Davis; her son, Peter Wilkinson and his wife Cindy of Cameron Park; 10 grandchildren, Elizabeth Vandermer, Jennifer Bennett and her husband Richard, Katie Geminder and her husband Michael, Scott Wilkinson and his wife Karen, and Mark, Jeffery, Meredith, Zachary, Thaddeus and Taylor Wilkinson; and two great-granddaughters, Lily and Lucy Bennett.

A memorial service will be held Saturday, Oct. 5, at 10 a.m. at St James Catholic Church, 14th and B streets in Davis. Private interment will follow at a later date in the Pomona Catholic Cemetery in Pomona.

Memorial donations may be made to Yolo Hospice, Sisters of Social Service or the Children's Home Society of California.

(Obituary from the "The Davis Enterprise," Friday, September 27, 2002, (Yolo County). Submitted with the permission of the "The Davis Enterprise," 315 G Street, Davis, CA 95616.)

Rodney Gale Willard

Rodney Gale Willard passed away on Oct. 19, 2005 in Davis. Born in Woodland on July 20, 1953 to Dale Willard and Alma Lee Willard, he was 52 years old. Willard was raised and attended school in Winters.

Rodney was an avid basketball fan and loved to read.

He is survived by his mother, Alma Lee Jones; daughter and son-in-law Melissa and Mark Overgaard; granddaughter ,Kendall Overgaard; brothers Dale Ray Willard, Marty Willard and Austin Veliz; sister, Tina Minges; 10 nephews and nieces: Jeffery Shane Willard, Weston Willard, Marty Willard Jr., Benjamin Veliz, Christian Minges, Zachary Minges, Jessica Minges, Tyler Veliz, Jarret Veliz, and Katie Veliz. He is also survived by many aunts and uncles: Randall and Barbara Swink, Dale Swink, Dwayne and Carla Swink, Lynn and Josie Swink, Glenn and Bonita Gay, Mark Swink, and Geraldine Willard; numerous cousins and friends including Kimberley and Jr. Galabasa, Benny and Connie Willard, Todd, Ryan, Adam, Michelle and Amy Gay, Randy Swink, Phillip and Sue Swink, Janell and Rick Garcia, Nicholas and Kelly Swink, Aaron and Diane Swink and Jason and Laura Swink, Sherry and Phil Robertson, Lenial and Sheryl Stankewitz, Delane and Carla Swink, Robert and Kathy Swink, Macario and Joemar Dagdagan, the Gillespie family and the Shirley family.

He was preceded in death by his father, Dale Willard; grandparents, Delbert and Zella Mae Swink, Walter “Heavy” Willard and Bessie Younger; uncles Laverll Swink and Uncle Jiggs, and cousin Bruce Willard.

Christian Funeral services will be held Tuesday, Nov. 1, at 11 a.m. at the Winters Cemetery. A celebration of his life will follow at Discovery Worship Center at 315 Edwards Street in Winters.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to First Baptist Food Closet, 512 First Street, Winters and to the Discovery Worship Center, 315 Edwards Street, Winters.

(Obituary from the "Winters Express," Thursday, October 27, 2005.)

Chester Willey

Chester Willey died on Thursday, Oct. 16 in Bend, Ore. He was 89. Chet lived and worked in Woodland for nearly 50 years, from 1947 to 1997 when he moved to Bend to be near family.

During those years, Chet operated a successful construction business, Klinkhammer and Willey, owned jointly with his brother-in-law Earl Klinkhammer of Woodland. The company was highly respected for its quality construction of custom homes and commercial buildings, such as Bill & Kathy's Restaurant in Dunnigan. Many homes in Woodland's southwestern neighborhoods where built by Chet and his crews during the post-war building boom until his retirement in 1985. Eunice Drive, near Gibson and West Streets, was named after Chet's mother-in-law, Eunice Klinkhammer, and the company built most of the homes on Eunice Drive, including the Willey family's residence. Willey Construction Company, started by Chet in the 1970's, built the Cross Court Athletic Club. Chet was well known amongst members of Woodland's construction trades for offering good humor, encouragement, and advice to workers.

Chet was born in Chester, Massachusetts in 1914. In the early 20s, his family moved to southern California, where Chet graduated from high school in Los Angeles with a scholarship to USC. The Great Depression required that Chet work to support his family immediately out of high school, but he remained a Trojans fan for the rest of his life. During his years in Los Angeles, Chet excelled in tennis, winning a championship of countywide games in the early 30s.

To acquire work during the Depression, Chet moved his mother, Caroline Willey, to Oregon in 1932 and began work in ranching, logging, and construction. He worked on the construction of the Columbia River railroad prior to completion of the New Deal dams, witnessing the last days of Indian fishing at Celilo Falls on the Columbia, prior to indundation by Bonneville Dam's reservoir. While working on a ranch near Klamath Falls, Oregon, Chet met a local farmers daughter, Fern Klinkhammer, whom he married in 1939 in Reno, Nevada.

Chet served in the U.S. Army during World War II, specializing in aircraft mechanics. He and Fern had two sons - Earl and Wayne Willey, born in 1942 and 1946 respectively. Both sons attended Woodland schools and graduated from Woodland High School. Each year the family trekked north to the Mt. Lassen area for summer trout fishing and to the Eagle Lake area for fall mule deer hunting. Chet was an active booster of civic improvements, including donating time and materials to the construction of several baseball fields in Woodland.

Chet is survived by his wife Fern and two sons (Earl and Wayne) their wives (Janene and Pamela), all now residing in Bend, four grandchildren (Daren, Luke, Josh and Sam) and two great-grandchildren (Caitlyn and Julianna).

(A photograph of Mr. Willey is included with this obituary.)

(Obituary from the Woodland "Daily Democrat," Sunday, October 26, 2003.)

Stephen Laurence Willey

Stephen Laurence Willey of Woodland died from injuries sustained in a car accident in Knights Landing Saturday, April 9 at age 52.

Mr. Willey was born Oct. 12, 1952 in Coldchester, Vt. He was a Yolo County resident for 17 years. He was a member of Operating Engineers for more than 30 years. He worked as an equipment mechanic for Agriculture Distribution Inc.

Survivors include Mr. Willey's wife, Connie Jean Kasitz Willey also of Woodland; his daughter, Katrina Willey of Woodland; his parents, Laurence Edward and Frances Gleason Willey of Woodland; his sisters, Chris Baldocchi of Woodland, Laurie Din of San Francisco and Trish Kasitz and her husband Len of Carmichael.

The family requests memorials in Mr. Willey's name be directed to Gideons International at P.O. Box 773, Woodland, 95776.

Services: The memorial service is scheduled for 10 a.m. today, Saturday at Calvary Baptist Church, 506 Cottonwood St., Woodland. Private inurnment will be held at a later date. Kraft Bros. Funeral Directors is assisting the family with arrangements.

(Obituary from the Woodland "Daily Democrat," Saturday, April 16, 2005.)

Carolyn Mary Williams

Carolyn Mary Williams passed away on Jan. 6, 2005 at Kaiser North Hospital in Sacramento. Born to John and Agnes (Krauel) Nikolas in Aberdeen, South Dakota, on May 13, 1913, she was 91 years old. During her early years, her family moved to Foreston, Minnesota, where she grew up on their farm. In 1958, she moved to Lancaster, where she resided until she moved to Davis in 1992. She worked for the United States Government at Edwards Air Force Base under the supervision of Colonel Chuck Yeager for 14 years. A member of St. James Catholic Church in Davis, Mrs. Williams also belong to the local chapter of the National Association of Retired Federal Employees, NARFE, since her retirement in 1975. She is survived by three daughters, Loretta Woods, of Billings, Montana, Lorraine Bowlin, of Winters, and Lynn Kossack, of Woodland; a son, Lawrence Williams, of Lynnwood; a brother James Nikolas; and a sister, Margurite Miller, both of Minneapolis, Minnesota. Her legacy leaves seven grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband of 25 years, James Williams, in 1963; brothers Francis and Cyril Nikolas; and sisters, Marie and Kathryn Nikolas. A private family service will be held at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Lancaster, with interment to follow at Joshua Memorial Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to St. James Catholic Church in her memory. Arrangements are under the direction of Evergreen Funeral Service, of Woodland.

(Obituary from the "Winters Express," Thursday, January 13, 2005.)

Chester Lynn Williams

Chester Lynn Williams died at St. John's Retirement Center in Woodland Saturday, Nov. 17, 2004, at age 86.

Mr. Williams was born Feb. 6, 1918 Henleyville, Tehama County to Albert and Frances Williams. He had been a Yolo County resident for 55 years. He was self employed as C.L. Williams Trucking doing supply and delivery of produce and later worked and retired from Adams Trucking.

He was an avid outdoorsman and enjoyed hunting, fishing and camping all over Northern California and especially liked the Payne's Creek area.

Survivors include Mr. Williams' daughter, Judith Dickey and husband David of Woodland; his grandson, Rodney Dickey and wife Kimberly of Olympia, Wash.; his granddaughters, Sharon Hein and husband Jack of Vacaville and Susan Gattuso of Stockton; his five great grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his wife Fay Williams in 1996, his brother Leland Williams, and his sisters Irma Eichoff and Emily Porter.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial contributions in Mr. William's name be made to the American Heart Association, 1710 Gilbreth Road, Burlingame, 94010 or the Northern California Cancer Society, 1765 Challenge Way, Sacramento, 95815.

Services: No visitation is scheduled prior to services. A graveside service will be held at 11 a.m., Tuesday, Nov. 23, 2004 at the Oak Hill Cemetery in Red Bluff. Family and friends are invited to attend the services and the reception to follow.

Kraft Bros. Funeral Directors, of Woodland, is assisting the family with arrangements. Memorial inquiries may also be made by calling 662-4648 or by contacting www.legacy.com.

(Obituary from the Woodland "Daily Democrat," Sunday, November 21, 2004.)

Floyd Lewis Williams

Floyd Lewis Williams died at St. John’s Manor in Woodland on Feb. 22, 2006. He was 87.

Born June 30, 1918, he was one of six children born to Pearl Eaves and Ernest Williams of Lorenzo, Texas. He was raised on the Texas panhandle and graduated from Texas Tech University in Lubbock.

He married Frances Cleveland on New Year’s Eve 1943, and immediately reported for duty to the U.S. Navy. He served as a lieutenant, stationed in Bremerhaven, Germany, during World War II. After his honorable discharge, he enrolled at the University of Oklahoma, receiving a master’s degree in mechanical engineering.

He returned to Texas Tech as an assistant professor of engineering for several years. During this time he wrote a textbook on the use of the slide rule. Next, he went to work for Hughes Aircraft in Tucson, Ariz.

In 1956, he and Frances and their two young daughters moved to California, where he began his career with Litton Industries.

Upon his retirement, the family moved to Santa Paula where they owned and operated a thriving citrus and avocado ranch for the next 20 years.

He and Frances moved to Davis in 1996. They celebrated 61 years of marriage before Frances died in May 2005.

He will be remembered for his lifelong love of numbers and number games, his gentle, supportive presence, and his sense of responsibility and caring.

He is survived by his daughters, Katrina Steiner and her husband James of Ventura, and Karen Slinkard and her husband Stephen of Davis; and his grandchildren, Christopher Steiner and Matthew Steiner of Las Vegas; Donovan Slinkard of Sacramento; Dustin Steiner of Washington, D.C.; Megan Slinkard of Albuquerque, N.M.; Shannon Steiner of San Diego; and Monica Slinkard at college in Davidson, N.C.

The family plans a private celebration of his life and requests that memorial contributions, in lieu of flowers, be made to Alzheimer’s Association of Ventura County, 1339 Del Norte Road, Camarillo, Calif. 93010.

Evergreen Funeral Service of Woodland is assisting the family with arrangements.

(Obituary from the "The Davis Enterprise," Monday, February 27, 2006.)

Frances Irene Cleveland Williams

Frances Irene Cleveland Williams died peacefully at her daughter Karen's home in Davis on May 16, 2005. She was 86.

Born July 10, 1918, she was one of seven children of Irene Fields and George Cleveland of Yoakum County, Texas. She and her siblings attended a one-room schoolhouse before she earned a degree in nutrition and dietetics from Texas Tech University in Lubbock at the age of 20.

She married Floyd Lewis Williams, a United States naval officer and professor of engineering at Texas Tech, on New Year's Eve 1943.

It was said that her life's passion was her family. She was a devoted sister, wife, aunt and proud mother and "grandmommie."

She and her husband and two young daughters, Katrina and Karen, moved to Southern California in the 1950s. She enjoyed cooking and baking, avidly followed the New York Stock Exchange, was a skilled seamstress and raised beautiful roses and orchids.

After the girls married, she relocated to Santa Paula for 21 years where she and her husband operated a thriving citrus and avocado ranch before moving to Davis in 1996.

She volunteered many hours to Girl Scouts in North Hollywood and the Methodist Church and Blanchard Community Library in Santa Paula. She was an avid reader and strong believer in higher education. She generously assisted all of her grandchildren in their educational pursuits and celebrated each graduation.

She enjoyed international travel, visiting much of the world with her husband. Two highlights of her travels were a visit to Italy in 1984 to welcome her youngest grandchild, and a two-week Alaskan cruise in 1993 with her husband and family to celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary.

In her final months, she continued to give joy and pride to her family and friends as she valiantly battled cancer.

She was preceded in death by her brothers, Glenn, Wayne and Jack, and sister Neweta, all of Texas.

She is survived by her husband of 62 years, Floyd Williams of Davis; her daughters, Katrina Steiner and her husband James of Ventura; and Karen Slinkard and her husband Stephen of Davis; her brother, G.W. and sister Fatine, of Texas; and her grandchildren, Christopher Steiner and Matthew Steiner of Las Vegas, Nev.; Donovan Slinkard of Davis; Dustin Steiner of Washington, D.C.; Megan Slinkard of Albuquerque, N.M.; Shannon Steiner of San Diego; and Monica Slinkard, at college in Davidson, N.C.

She spent her last days peacefully with her daughters and under the care of Yolo Hospice, to whom the family extends heartfelt thanks for their extraordinary caring and compassion. In lieu of flowers, donations to Yolo Hospice would be appreciated.

(Obituary from the "The Davis Enterprise," Thursday May 19, 2005.)

Jeriann Williams

Jeriann Williams, a resident of Ocean Shores, Wash., and a 12-year former resident of Davis and Sacramento, died Sept. 13, 2003, at Providence St. Peter Hospital in Olympia, Wash. She succumbed after a lengthy struggle with multiple myeloma cancer and kidney failure. She was 67.

She was born Sept. 4, 1936, in Seattle and moved to California as a child. She graduated from San Diego High School in 1954 and from Westmont College in 1958, then married her husband, John Williams, in 1959. In addition to being a beloved wife and mother, she taught elementary school in Long Beach and San Jose and worked at two Davis travel agencies during the 1980s.

Jeriann, her husband and daughter Joy also operated Acorn Travel in Davis from 1983 to 1986.

She was preceded in death by her mother, Thelma Finnestad Olin, in August 2003, and by her father, Andrew Eliassen, in September 1992. She is survived by her husband John of Ocean Shores, Wash., and two daughters, Jill of Junction City, Ore., and Joy of Eugene, Ore.

At her request, there will be no public memorial service. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests that donations be made to Westmont College, 955 La Paz Road, Santa Barbara, CA 93108-1089, or to the building fund of Ocean Shores Baptist Church, P.O. Box 729, Ocean Shores, WA 98569.

Whiteside Family Mortuary in Aberdeen, Wash., is handling the arrangements.

Friends are welcome to share condolences with the family in the online guest book at www.whitesidefamilymortuaries.com.

(Obituary from the "The Davis Enterprise," Wednesday, September 24, 2003.)

Leona L. Williams

Leona L. Williams died Monday, Feb. 13 in Folsom at age 95.

Mrs. Williams was born Nov. 26, 1910, in West Point, Neb., to Catherine and Herman Lorenz. After graduating valedictorian of her high school class in West Point, she worked for the local newspaper. She moved to Woodland with her mother, Catherine, in 1939 and began working for The Daily Democrat. She was a member of the Holy Rosary Catholic Church and later of St. John's Parish in Folsom, a member and past president of the YLI, member and past president of the Holy Rosary Mothers' Club and a Boy Scout den leader.

Survivors include Mrs. Williams' daughters, Joyce Burnett of Fresno and Beth McHugh and husband Michael of Danville; her daughter-in-law, Phyllis Williams of El Dorado Hills; her son, Jay Williams and his wife Sally of Sacramento; and six grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her husband of 63 years, Ray Burton Williams; and her son, Noel Williams.

Services: A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 18 at St. John's Catholic Church, 307 Montrose Drive in Folsom. The Miller Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.

(Obituary from the Woodland "Daily Democrat," Friday, February 17, 2006.)

Lillian Frances (Vellines) Williams

Frances Williams died in her Capay Valley home on Thursday, June 12, 2003 at age 76.

Born Sept. 22, 1926 in Suffolk, VA. and moved to Sacramento in 1953 with her husband Edward Williams. She was employed by the State of California until 1963 when she and her husband moved to his family home in Capay Valley.

Survivors include nephews Gregory Vellines and Russell Vellines of Sacramento; Steven Vellines of Cottage Grove, Oregon; James Williams of Seattle, WA; niece Janet Manzitto of Manteca; sister-in-law Betty Vellines of Middleton, TN; brother-in-law Leonard Williams of Sacramento.

Edward Williams preceded her in death on April 5, 2003.

Services: Friends are invited to attend the Funeral Mass to be held at St. Martins Catholic Church in Esparto on Monday, June 16, 2003 at 2 p.m. The family refers contributions to the donor's favorite charity. McNary's Chapel Woodland is assisting the family with the arrangements.

(Obituary from the Woodland "Daily Democrat," Monday, June 16, 2003.)

Loren Dean Williams

Loren Dean Williams died at his home in Woodland on Friday, Feb. 10 at age 52.

Mr. Williams was born Jan. 16, 1954 in Bakersfield. He had been a life-long Yolo County resident. He was a 1972 graduate of Woodland High School and attended Sacramento State. For more than 20 years, he worked for Woodland Memorial Hospital in the housekeeping department. He was retired. He was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

Survivors include Mr. Williams' daughter, Cheri Yvonne Williams of Arcata; his mother, Constance J. Williams of Woodland; his sisters, Bobbie Heisterkamp and her husband Mark of Fair Oaks and Carrie Zuwala and her husband Stephen of Woodland; his brother, Brian Williams and his wife Mary of El Macero; his nieces, Hannah Heisterkamp of Fair Oaks, Natasha Zuwala of Woodland and Jaeli of El Macero; his nephew, Taylor of Woodland; and his grandmother, Edith Gibson of Yuba City. He was preceded in death by his father, Robert J. Williams.

Services: A graveside service is scheduled for 10 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 16 at Monument Hill Memorial Park, 35036 County Road 22, Woodland, with Bishop John Bringhurst officiating. McNary's Chapel is assisting the family with arrangements.

(Obituary from the Woodland "Daily Democrat," Wednesday, February 15, 2006.)

Mary Smith Williams

Mary Smith Williams died July 20, 2004, at Wilcox Memorial Hospital in Lihue, Hawaii. She was 55.

Born Oct. 4, 1948, in San Francisco, Mary lived in Davis from 1968 to 1994 before moving to Kapaa, Hawaii 10 years ago. She was employed with reservation and guest reception for Suite Paradise on Kauai.

In Davis, she was active in the Moose Lodge with Women of the Moose. She worked at many places in Davis, including the downtown Sears, the old State Market and most recently for State Farm. A graduate of UC Davis, she attended the university from 1968 to 1971.

She loved being with her friends, and many people in and around Davis knew her well. She was a special person who touched everyone who got to know her, her family says.

She is survived by her husband, Bill Williams of Kapaa; daughters, Patricia Mendisco and husband Phillip of Dixon, and Erinn Whittemore and husband Ryan of Davis; son, Brian Smith and fianc/e Wendy Cerruti of Walnut Creek; brothers, John Crowley and wife Charlene of San Francisco, F.X. Crowley and wife Nancy of San Francisco, and Joseph Crowley and wife Mary of Marin County; sisters, Kelly Fuller and husband Charles of Davis, and Tara Chase and husband Stephen of Riverside; grandchildren, Ryan and Dominic Mendisco of Dixon, and Maggie and Baxter Whittemore of Davis; and nieces and nephews.

No services will be held.

Remembrances may be sent to Patty Mendisco, 540 Amesbury Drive, Dixon, CA 95620.

Arrangements are under the direction of Borthwick Kauai Mortuary.

(Obituary from the "The Davis Enterprise," Monday, July 26, 2004.)

Noel John Williams

Noel John Williams died of cancer Thursday at home in El Dorado Hills. He was 57. Noel was born in Woodland Sept. 11, 1947 and attended Holy Rosary School and Woodland High School. He received B.S. and Ph.D. degrees from UC Davis. He worked for CH2M Hill for 29 years, beginning in 1976. During that time he earned the respect and friendship of his colleagues at work and his many clients. He made significant contributions to many environmental projects in the United States and internationally, and will be remembered as a leader, mentor and friend. He was a loving husband, father, son and brother. He loved spending time with his family and friends, and gatherings were always the highlight of holidays. He was an avid reader and enjoyed being at home or spending time at favorite spots in Mendocino and Tahoe. Noel is survived by his wife of 22 years, Phyllis McClymond Williams and his daughter Kristanna Elizabeth Williams, 17, his parents, Ray and Leona Williams of Folsom, two sisters Joyce Kathleen Burnett of Fresno and Beth Williams McHugh of Danville, and a brother Jay Paul Williams of Sacramento. Friends are invited to attend a funeral service Tuesday, May 24 at 1 p.m. at Holy Trinity Catholic Church, 3111 Tierra De Dios, El Dorado Hills. Private interment at Green Valley Cemetery, Cameron Park. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that contributions be made to Mercy Hospice, 3400 Data Drive, Rancho Cordova, 95670. Arrangements by Green Valley Mortuary of Cameron Park.

(Obituary from the Woodland "Daily Democrat," Saturday, May 21, 2005.)

Ray Burton Williams

Ray Burton Williams died in Sacramento Friday, July 15 at age 97.

Mr. Williams was born Nov. 22, 1907 in Mt. Bullion in Mariposa County. He attended schools in Stockton. He served in the U.S. Army in WW II in the Pacific arena. He was employed by Spreckels Sugar Co. for more than 30 years. He belonged to St. John's Parish in Folsom and previously to Holy Rosary Parish in Woodland, where he was a member of the Knights of Columbus.

Survivors include Mr. Williams' wife of 62 years, Leona Elizabeth (Lorenz) Williams; his daughters, Joyce Burnett of Fresno and Beth McHugh and her husband Michael of Danville; his son, Jay Williams and his wife Sally of Sacramento; his daughter-in-law, Phyllis Williams of El Dorado Hills; and six grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his son, Noel Williams.

Services: A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Friday, July 22 at St. John's Catholic Church, 307 Montrose Drive, Folsom. Miller Funeral Home of Folsom is assisting the family with arrangements.

(Obituary from the Woodland "Daily Democrat," Wednesday, July 20, 2005.)

Richard Dennis Williams

Richard Dennis Williams died at his Woodland home Sunday, Nov. 2, 2003, at age 62.

Born April 4, 1941, in Green Castle, Ind., Mr. Williams had been a Yolo County resident for 28 years. He graduated from Redlands High School in 1959. He earned his bachelor's degree at Cal State, San Diego in 1965 and his master's degree at Chapman College. He was a probation officer of San Bernardino County and Yolo County and Welfare Fraud Investigator of Yolo County. After retiring, he was a building contractor, volunteer for the Red Cross and named volunteer of the year 2002 Yolo County Chapter of the Red Cross.

Survivors include his wife, Joan Williams of Woodland; daughter, Traci Long and husband Randy of Clovis; son, Christopher Williams of Corte Madera; granddaughter, Courtney Long of Clovis; and mother, Eleanor Williams of Redlands. He was preceded in death by his father, H. Dean Williams, in 1989.

The family requests memorials be directed to Yolo Hospice, P.O. Box 1014, Davis, 95616. Arrangements are under the direction of McNary's Chapel of Woodland.

Services: A funeral service is scheduled at 2 p.m. Friday, Nov. 7, at McNary's Chapel, 458 College St., Woodland. Burial will be held at 2:30 p.m. Monday, Nov. 10, at Riverside National Cemetery.

(Obituary from the Woodland "Daily Democrat," Wednesday, November 5, 2003.)

Robert Joseph Williams

Robert Joseph Williams died in Woodland Friday, March 25 at age 75.

Mr. Williams was born June 27, 1929 in Mackie, Idaho. He had been a Yolo County resident for 51 years. He served in the U.S. Army Infantry during the Korean War. He worked for Pacific Telephone and Telegraph for 34 years and later owned Bob Williams Telephone Company of Woodland for eight years. He was a member of the Church of Latter-day Saints and the American Legion.

Survivors include his wife of 54 years, Constance J. Williams, also of Woodland; his daughters, Bobbie Heistercamp and her husband Mark of Citrus Heights and Carrie Zuwala and her husband Stephen of Woodland; his sons, Loren Williams of Woodland and Brian Williams and his wife Mary of El Macero; his grandchildren, Cheri Williams of Woodland, Hannah Heistercamp of Citrus Heights, Natasha and Taylor Zuwala of Woodland and Jaeli Williams of El Macero; his sisters, Joan Lee and her husband Curtis of Petaluma and Sherrill Francis of Las Vegas. He was preceded in death by his parents, Guy and Ilda Williams, his sister, Dorothy and his brother, Norman.

The family requests memorials in Mr. Williams' name be directed to the American Diabetes Association, 2720 Gateway Oaks Drive, Suite 110, Sacramento, 95833.

Services: A graveside service is scheduled for 10 a.m. Saturday, April 2 at Monument Hill Memorial Park, Woodland. Clergy from the Church of Latter-day Saints will officiate. McNary's Chapel is assisting the family with arrangements.

(Obituary from the Woodland "Daily Democrat," Thursday, March 31, 2005.)

Sherrie L. Williams

Sherrie L. Williams died May 17, 2005, at her West Sacramento home. She was 50.

A memorial service begins at 11 a.m. Monday at Nicoletti, Culjis and Herberger Funeral Home, 5401 Folsom Blvd. in Sacramento. Interment will follow at Saint Mary's in Sacramento.

Born in Ventura on April 25, 1955, she graduated from Sawyer Business College in Ventura. She joined Blake's Heating and Air Conditioning in 1990, where she worked as an office manager for 15 years.

Her family says she was a loving grandmother to her four grandchildren and would spend every weekend with them.

She is survived by her children, Samantha Geisler of West Sacramento and Jarod Kimerer of Mesa, Ariz.; her parents, Gerald and Irene Williams of Ventura County; and her sisters, Debbie Vibbart and Carol Rohowits, both of Ventura County.

She is further survived by her grandchildren, Michael, Shelby, Sydney and Gianna Geisler, 11 nieces and seven nephews; and her extended family at Blake's - Mark Blake, Tom Butler, Brian Soggard and the rest of the crew.

(Obituary from the "The Davis Enterprise," Thursday May 19, 2005.)

Velma M. Williams

Velma M. Williams died on April 28, 2004. She was 96 years old.

Born on April 27, 1908, in White City, Kan., she was raised in Gridley and spent most of her life as a homemaker in Yuba City and Gridley. She lived in Dixon for six years, and most recently moved to the Covell Gardens retirement community in Davis.

She was preceded in death by her husband of 59 years, Henry L. "Bung" Williams, on Feb. 15, 1988.

She is survived by her son, Gene R. Williams of Petaluma and his wife Alice; and her daughter, Merle W. Huber of Dixon.

She is also survived by three granddaughters, Cynthia Lewis of Gridley, Kathryn Hansen of Berkeley and Carrie Tyler Johnson of Santa Rosa; and by six great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandson.

According to her wishes, a private graveside service will take place at Gridley Cemetery.

(Obituary from the "The Davis Enterprise," Saturday, May 1, 2004.)

William "Bill" Arnold Williams

William "Bill" Arnold Williams died of cardiac arrest on May 21, 2003, at South Sacramento Kaiser Hospital. He was 80 years old.

Born in Johnson City, N.Y., on Aug. 2, 1922, he graduated from Johnson City High School in 1940 as valedictorian of his senior class. For a year after high school, he worked at the IBM factory at night to earn money for college.

For two summers, 1940 and 1941, he worked on a friend's family farm to gain experience in agriculture, which was a requirement for acceptance to Cornell University's Agriculture College. He enrolled in Cornell's agronomy department in 1941 and had the top grades in his freshman class.

During his freshman year, he met Pat Moore at a Quaker conference on causes of war; they married on Nov. 27, 1943, in Sage Chapel at Cornell while he was on a two-day leave from the U.S. Army. Williams was a second lieutenant with the field artillery and served in Okinawa during World War II.

He returned to Ithaca, N.Y., in August 1946 and joined Pat at Cornell to complete his bachelor's degree, master's degree and Ph.D. During this time, the couple had three children -- David, Kathy and Andy. He loved to take his family on outings and hikes.

Williams was hired by the UCD department of agronomy in April 1951. He became a full professor and, retiring after 41 years, was presented with three large volumes of his works. As a professor emeritus, he went to the office every day, including Sundays, for 11 years until a few weeks before he died.

Among his awards, he received a Fulbright Scholarship to Adelaide University, Australia, and took the family there for a year in 1966; participated on a National Science Foundation Amazon Alpha Helix research vessel expedition in 1967; was an academic assistant to Chancellor McCorkle in 1967-1968; and received NSF research grants in 1965-68, 1970-73, 1975-78 and 1979-82. In addition, he edited the agricultural section of the McGraw-Hill Encyclopedia of Science & Technology for 18 years, resigning in December 2002.

He was a member of Alpha Zeta, Phi Kappa Phi, Sigma Xi, American Society of Agronomy, Soil Science Society of America, Society of Range Management, Association for Tropical Biology and the Mathematics Association of America.

He was a helpful, interesting and gracious person, especially with his students. He was a beloved mentor to many.

A prolific reader of books, scientific magazines and newspapers, he would clip articles to share with family, friends and colleagues. He learned to play tennis at age 40 and to downhill ski at age 50. In 1962, the family bought 5 acres at Fallen Leaf Lake in the Sierra Nevada as well as a one-room cabin nearby. Board by board, the family carried the cabin down Cathedral Mountain a quarter-mile to their property, where Williams built the cabin again. His favorite spring activity involved planting berseem clover at the university farm and planting corn, tomatoes and squash at home.

Under the auspices of the Yolo Community Care Continuum, which the Williamses helped create, Bill and Pat purchased or rented 10 buildings to provide services for mentally ill adults: The Farm House, Safe Harbor Crisis House, Haven House Social Center, Be House, Headway Vocational Center, Men's Co-op House for 5, Women's Co-op House for 3, The Light House Social Center, Pine Tree Gardens West, Pine Tree Gardens East and the recent purchase of property for a residential home for elder care.

In 1988, Williams started the Friday night singalong at Pine Tree Gardens, which continues today.

This spring, he received an award of honor from the American Society of Agronomy, given for his "advancement of human welfare and the enhancement of California agriculture." In November 2002, he and his wife received the Thong Hy Huynh Memorial Award from the Davis Human Relations Commission for their humanitarian work. They also were honored in October 2002 by the Yolo County Mental Health Services Agency "for their many years of dedication, endless courage, unlimited time and support for the mental health community of Yolo County."

A loving husband, father, son and big brother to two siblings, Williams is survived by his wife Pat; his daughter and son-in-law, Kathy and Dennis Fossdahl of Davis; his sister and brother-in-law, Jayne and Al Giffin of Port Ludlow, Wash., and Bend, Ore.; his brother and sister-in-law, Don and Luana Williams of Ann Arbor, Mich.; his brother-in-law James Moore and his wife Claire of Palo Alto; four nieces and 11 nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, William T. and Nellie Williams; his sons, David Williams in 1981 and Andy Williams in 1999; and his brother-in-law, Kenneth Moore in 1998.

Family and friends are invited to a viewing Thursday from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Davis Funeral Chapel, 116 D St. A memorial service will begin at 11 a.m. Friday at Davis Community Church, 412 C St., followed by the burial at 12:15 p.m. at the Davis Cemetery. All are welcome to a reception from 12:45 to 2 p.m. at the church Fellowship Hall.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to Pine Tree Gardens, P.O. Box 988, Davis, CA 95617.

(Obituary from the "The Davis Enterprise," Tuesday, May 27, 2003.)

Dorothy E. Williams

Dorothy Elaine Williams died on Sept. 25, 2002, in the Sierra Healthcare facility at the age of 75. She was born on Aug. 20, 1927, in Sterling, Colo., to the late Thomas and Octavia Tramel.

She has been a resident of Yolo County for three years. She moved from West Covina where she had been a resident for 43 years.

She was a member of the West Covina First Baptist Church and the West Covina Garden Club.

She was affiliated with the Women's Auxiliary of California State University, Los Angeles. She was an avid ceramist and loved to garden.

She was preceded in death by her loving husband, Frank Williams, in 1986.

She is survived by her daughter, Vicky Fox, her husband Leland and their son Gregory Williams, all of Woodland. Her grandson, Andrew Horner, and great-granddaughter, Andrea Horner of Sweden, also survive her. She is further survived by her sisters, Helen Henshey of Pennsylvania and Virginia Payne of Florida.

A graveside service will be held at Forest Lawn Memorial Park in Covina at 11 a.m. Tuesday.

The family suggests that memorials be sent to the American Diabetes Association. McNary's Chapel is assisting the family with arrangements.

(Obituary from the "The Davis Enterprise," Saturday, September 28, 2002, (Yolo County). Submitted with the permission of the "The Davis Enterprise," 315 G Street, Davis, CA 95616, <http://www.davisenterprise.com/>.)

Edward Stanford Williams

Edward Stanford Williams died in his Capay Valley home Saturday, April 5, 2003, at age 72.

Born Dec. 19, 1930, in Sacramento, Mr. Williams worked for state printing plant for California in 1954. He later became a pressman and retired in 1995. He served in the U.S. Navy.

Survivors include his wife, Frances Williams of Capay; brother, L.C. Williams of Sacramento; niece, Janet Manzitto of Manteca; nephews, James Williams of Seattle, Wash., Goegory Vellines and Russel Vellines, both of Sacramento; and Steven Vellines of Cottage Grove, Ore.

Arrangements are under the direction of McNary's Chapel of Woodland.

Services: Graveside services is scheduled at 2 p.m. Thursday, April 10, 2003, at Capay Cemetery.

(Obituary from the Woodland "Daily Democrat," Tuesday, April 08, 2003.)

Ellen L. Williams

Ellen L. Williams died Jan. 21, 2001, in the Woodland Memorial Hospital. Born May 20, 1927, to the late Jim and Nancy Warford in Fayetteville, Ark., she was 73.

She was a resident of Yolo County for 55 years. She worked at Contadina for more than 30 years. She loved sewing, quilting and crafting. She also loved making her grandchildren clothes.

She is survived by her children, Danny Smyth and wife Joanne; Dennis Smyth; Donna Kelso and husband Alan and Terri Wages, all of Woodland. She is also survived by her grandchildren, Tammy Crewdson, Lori, Crystal, Daniel and Katie Smyth, Chris Kelso, Buster Wages and Ellen Tatz; great-grandchildren, Jenna and D.J. Crewdson, Kortney Perry and Joseph Muzzi; her brother, Homer Warford, all of Woodland. She is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her husband Daniel Smyth in 1953 and husband Buster Wages in 1961; brothers, Harvey, Elmer, Calvin, Harl and Leonard Warford.

Visitation will be held at McNary's Chapel on Friday at 1 p.m. and the funeral will be held at 2 p.m. Interment will follow the service at the Woodland Cemetery.

McNary's Chapel is assisting the family with the arrangements.

(Obituary from the "The Davis Enterprise," Tuesday, January 23, 2001, (Yolo County). Submitted with the permission of the "The Davis Enterprise," 315 G Street, Davis, CA 95616.)

Floyd Lewis Williams

Floyd Lewis Williams died at St. John’s Manor in Woodland on Feb. 22, 2006. He was 87.

Born June 30, 1918, he was one of six children born to Pearl Eaves and Ernest Williams of Lorenzo, Texas. He was raised on the Texas panhandle and graduated from Texas Tech University in Lubbock.

He married Frances Cleveland on New Year’s Eve 1943, and immediately reported for duty to the U.S. Navy. He served as a lieutenant, stationed in Bremerhaven, Germany, during World War II. After his honorable discharge, he enrolled at the University of Oklahoma, receiving a master’s degree in mechanical engineering.

He returned to Texas Tech as an assistant professor of engineering for several years. During this time he wrote a textbook on the use of the slide rule. Next, he went to work for Hughes Aircraft in Tucson, Ariz.

In 1956, he and Frances and their two young daughters moved to California, where he began his career with Litton Industries.

Upon his retirement, the family moved to Santa Paula where they owned and operated a thriving citrus and avocado ranch for the next 20 years.

He and Frances moved to Davis in 1996. They celebrated 61 years of marriage before Frances died in May 2005.

He will be remembered for his lifelong love of numbers and number games, his gentle, supportive presence, and his sense of responsibility and caring.

He is survived by his daughters, Katrina Steiner and her husband James of Ventura, and Karen Slinkard and her husband Stephen of Davis; and his grandchildren, Christopher Steiner and Matthew Steiner of Las Vegas; Donovan Slinkard of Sacramento; Dustin Steiner of Washington, D.C.; Megan Slinkard of Albuquerque, N.M.; Shannon Steiner of San Diego; and Monica Slinkard at college in Davidson, N.C.

The family plans a private celebration of his life and requests that memorial contributions, in lieu of flowers, be made to Alzheimer’s Association of Ventura County, 1339 Del Norte Road, Camarillo, Calif. 93010.

Evergreen Funeral Service of Woodland is assisting the family with arrangements.

(Obituary from the "The Davis Enterprise," Monday, February 27, 2006.)

James (Peanut) Williams

James (Peanut) Williams died of cancer at his residence Sunday, Sept. 22, 2002, at age 71.

Born Nov. 21, 1930, in Bakersfield, Mr. Williams was the son of the late Helen A. Baker and W.A. Williams. He attended schools in both Oildale and Bakersfield. He moved to Woodland in 1969 through 1978. After moving to Cobb Mountain in Lake County he returned to Woodland in 1998. He was a 50-year truck driver, he moved heavy equipment, and drilling rigs used in oil, gas and steam. According to his family members, "he enjoyed working on cars, playing golf and his true joy was watching his grandchildren participate in their school sports program."

Mr. Williams is survived by his wife of 46 years, Barbara (Shonafelt) Williams who he married in Las Vegas in 1955. Also surviving is his daughter, Vicki Schlaredt and husband Don of Woodland; sons, Blake Williams and wife Glenda of Roseville, Bill Williams and wife Patty of Bakersfield, Paul Williams and wife Judy of Fair Oaks, and Tony Williams of Alaska.

He is also survived by his grandchildren, Evan and Jamie Schlaredt, Kelly and Patrick Williams, Laura Williams of Bakersfield, Frances, James and Daniel Williams of Fair Oaks; and three great-grandchildren.

A memorial service is scheduled at 2:30 p.m. Monday, Oct. 7, at Kraft Bros. Chapel, 175 Second St., Woodland, with The Rev. Elmer Prout officiating.

The family requests memorials be directed to Woodland High School Athletic Department; Yolo Hospice, P.O. Box 1014, Davis, 95616; the American Cancer Society of Northern California, 1765 Challenge Way, Sacramento 95815; or the charity of the donor's choice.

Kraft Bros. Funeral Directors of Woodland is assisting the family with arrangements. Memorial inquiries may be made by calling 662-4658, or by contacting www.legacy.com.

(Obituary from the "The Daily Democrat," Thursday, October 03, 2002, (Woodland, Yolo County, California). A photograph of Mr. Williams is included with this obituary. Submitted with the permission of the "The Daily Democrat," 711 Main St., Woodland, CA 95695.)

Jennie V. Williams

Jennie V. Williams died in Woodland Memorial Hospital Friday, April 11, 2003, at age 78.

Born March 10, 1925, in Louisiana, Mrs. Williams had been a Yolo County resident for 30 years. She was also resided in Richmond.

Survivors include her husband, John Williams Sr. of Dunnigan; children, John Williams Jr., Jimmie Williams, JoAnn Williams, Joseph Williams; 20 grandchildren; and 25 great-grandchildren.

Arrangements are under the direction of Wilson & Kratzer Civic Center Chapel of Richmond.

Services: Visitation is scheduled from 1 to 8 p.m. Thursday, April 17, 2003, at Civic Center Chapel of Wilson & Kratzer Mortuaries, 455 24th St., Richmond. A funeral service is scheduled at 11 a.m. Friday, April 18, also at Wilson & Kratzer Mortuaries, with a burial to follow at Rolling Hills Memorial Park, Richmond.

(Obituary from the Woodland "Daily Democrat," Wednesday, April 16, 2003.)

Joseph Madison Williams

A memorial service was held on Saturday, April 22 at the Winters Opera House for Joe Williams, who died of lung cancer in his home on Tuesday, April 18. Born on July 11, 1947, he was 52 years old.

Mr. Williams was a longtime resident of Winters, and worked as a subforeman at Pacific Gas and Electric for 29 years. He was a Vietnam war veteran and an accomplished blues guitar and bass player.

He is survived by his son and daughter, Brian and Kali, of Winters; sister, Kathleen Marney of North Vancouver, BC, and her children, Jacinda, Robert and Sean; brother, Jim Williams of Turlock, and his children, Dianne, Jackie, Robert, and Katie; numerous great-nieces and nephews; and life-long friends, Tom and Mary Bell, of Concord and La Mesa, California.

Memorial contributions may be made to Yolo Hospice, P.O. Box 1014, Davis, CA 95616.

(Obituary from the “Winters Express,” Thursday, April 27, 2000, (Yolo County). Submitted with the permission of the “Winters Express,” 312 Railroad Ave., Winters, CA 95694.)

Robert "Bob" Williams

Robert "Bob" Williams of Woodland and Downieville, passed away Monday March 10, 2003, at Sutter Davis Hospital.

Bob was born in Williams on June 22, 1939. He lived in Yolo County for 58 years, attending Dingle Elementary School and graduating from Woodland High School with the class of 1957. He served in the U.S. Army from 1958 to 1964. He then started his career in retail management. He worked at Union Ice before beginning at L&M Liquor in Davis, where he built the reputation of having the finest selection of California wines on the West Coast. Later he worked at LK Liquor in Woodland, The Shanty, and Crystal Pools.

He was a 40-year member of the Elks, past president and long time member of the Carlton Club, treasurer of E Clampus Vitas Downie Chapter No. 1849, and a member of the American Legi