William Douglas “Bill” Jerden William Douglas “Bill” Jerden, 70, passed away Saturday, September 8, 2018. Bill had been a resident at Rosewood Rehab Center in Reno for the last year; prior to that, he lived in Reno, NV and Doyle, CA since 2000. Bill was born on October 21, 1947 in Flint, MI. At the age of 2 he was adopted by William Darrell and Mary Marcelline “Marce” Jerden. He then lived in Bloomington, IN, and went to school there. At the age of 17, Bill answered his Nation’s call and joined the US Army. While in the Army he served...

Ronald Eugene Harrison Susanville native and lifelong resident Ronald Eugene Harrison passed away on September 5, 2018 with his family by his side at Renown Regional Medical center in Reno, Nevada. Ron was born on September 6, 1941 in Susanville, CA to Richard and Helen Harrison. He was the second born of four brothers, Richard Harrison (deceased), Robin Harrison (deceased) and George Harrison of Susanville. Ron went to elementary and high school in Susanville and graduated from Lassen High School as a member of the “Class of 1959” where he lettered in football and baseball. He went on to further his education...

Timothy L Pullen Timothy L Pullen born on July 25, 1948, passed away on August 31, 2018, in Keller, TX. Timothy was a long time resident of Susanville and is proceeded in death by his parents Eldred and Colleen Pullen of Susanville, his brother Lon Pullen of Norco, CA, and his partner John Eger of Susanville. Timothy is survived by his brothers Michael Pullen of Colorado, Martin Pullen of Keller, TX, John Pullen of Roanoke, TX, and his sisters Jo Anne Jennings and Patricia Pullen of Keller, TX. Timothy is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews and great nieces and nephews. Graveside...

Emma "Beth" Schafer It is with great sadness that the family of Emma "Beth" Schafer announces her passing on Wednesday, July 11, 2018 at the age of 67. Beth passed away peacefully in her sleep at her home in Chico, California. Beth was born to Goldie Peconom and Donald Schafer on August 16, 1950. She was a loving and strong individual that never let her disabilities stop her from living the best life possible. As a Graduate of Lassen High School she went on to participate in the Special Olympics, where she competed in Track and Field winning many medals during her time....

Mike Martinez Mike Martinez, born October 26, 1951 in Loma Linda, CA, returned in joy to his Father in Heaven on Saturday, August 4, 2018 at the age of 67. In Susanville, Mike found a fully realized life of home, friends, work, and hobbies. He was devoted to his wife Patricia of 34 years, and to all those around him. Mike was as eager to learn alongside the novices in his field as he was to teach the most skilled experts in his work as a safety officer for the National Forest Service and various military installations from Camp Pendleton in San Diego, to Guantanamo Bay Naval...

David Lyle Dowden Sunrise July 16, 1943 Sunset July 8, 2018 On July 16, 1943, David was born to parents Donald and Vida Dowden. He was the oldest of 4 siblings born at the Potters Maternity Home in Susanville, Ca. On July 8, 2018, David passed away and went on to be with his beloved wife, Karen Dowden, who passed on June 1, 2013. David lived a very fulfilled life, he was awarded a purple heart while on his 3rd tour of Vietnam as a door gunner. He met his wife during his first tour in Vietnam and married shortly after his tour ended when he...

Lawrence (Larry) Elliott Elford Lawrence (Larry) Elliott Elford passed away Friday, July 27, at the age of 76 due to a massive stroke. His life will be celebrated with a Mass at 11 a.m., Aug. 6 at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church. There will be a law enforcement/fire procession followed by full military burial at West End Cemetery in Buhl, Id. Knights of Columbus members with whom he served will pay respect with the color corp and presentation of a Chalice. Born Dec. 16, 1942 to Harold and Mary Elford of Elmira, N.Y., he was raised in a U.S. Air Force family, and...

Joyce L. Hart Our dear mother Joyce passed away peacefully in Susanville on Friday, July 20th at the age of 86 surrounded by family. She has moved on to join her husband Stanley Eugene Hart, granddaughter Shelly Lynn Humphrey, parents, brothers Roy and Roger Johnson, and many other beloved family members and dear friends. She was born on September 24, 1931, in San Francisco, Ca to Arthur and Lydia Johnson. She was the second born of five children; Roy(dec), Alan(Jeannie), Roger(dec), and Carol(Donn). Mom, loved sharing her memories of being raised in a sparsely populated neighborhood, on the grassy hill in Bernal Heights...

Stanley Bill Lifetime Lassen County resident Stanley Bill passed away on July 5, 2018 surrounded by his family.  He was 92 years old.  He was born to Burtis and Odie Mae Bill on a ranch near Adin, CA on January 18, 1926. He was preceded in death by his parents; his sisters Miriam Boese and Edna Buffham; his brothers Charlie, Orrin, Eugene and Howard Bill, and his beloved wife of 64 years, Pearl Leuna Bill. Stanley is survived by his daughter Patricia Plummer of Westwood, and granddaughters Jennifer Browne of Reno and Michelle Campbell of Chester.  He also leaves behind multiple nieces,...

Ralph Arthur Hayes Ralph Arthur Hayes passed away in Susanville on June 27th, 2018 at the home of his daughter & son in law. He was 92. Ralph was born on January 20, 1926 in Torrance, CA. to James & Elizabeth Hayes. Ralph was a track star at Leuzinger HS in Torrance. He was also a Veteran of WWII serving in the U.S. Navy. He was a radio technician and tail gunner in dive and torpedo bombers. At the age of 17 he married the love of his life, Thelma Eeles. They had 53 precious years together. After their children were grown Ralph & Thelma spent many...