Charlene Ford Charlene Ford was born on February 2, 1931, in Alma, New Mexico, she passed on November 16, 2017, in Reno, Nevada. She is survived by her daughters and her brother, numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Charlene enjoyed gardening, participating in the fair and in flower shows.   Why Pre-plan? Thinking about your own funeral leaves most people feeling a little uneasy, but more adults are finding that pre-planning a funeral offers great emotional and even financial security for them and their families. With pre-planning, families find comfort in knowing that the funeral reflects what their loved one wanted. It also gives them peace of...

Eva Frances Moran Eva Frances Moran, 97, passed away on November 3, 2017, in Susanville. Eva was born on July 1, 1920, in Russellville, Arkansas to John and Heather Campbell. She was the youngest and only girl of eleven children. She and her family moved to California in 1936 during the Dust Bowl and settled in Arvin. Eva married Alfred on May 28, 1938, and celebrated 67 years before Al's passing. They moved to Susanville in 1973 and were very active in the Gospel Tabernacle Church. Eva enjoyed quilting, crafting, painting, and gardening. She was preceded in death by her parents, her brother, her husband...

Esther Linnea Ceccato Esther Ceccato was born March 12th, 1931 to Swedish immigrants Gustav Harald and Anna Helgerson in Swansea MA. The youngest of five children and the only girl, she grew up tough. Mom loved her brothers and remained close to them throughout her life. Esther spent the majority of her adult life living in Northern California, first in Shasta and later in Siskiyou Counties. For the past year and a half, she resided in Lassen County. Esther was a capable, generous-hearted and spunky woman who loved the outdoors. She was equally in her glory showing hospitality to guests or in the woods stalking deer. For...

Keith Winship April 10, 1950 – September 20, 2017 Born and raised in Susanville, Keith was the eldest son of Ralph and Loretta Winship. Keith attended Lassen High School, where he excelled at football and was scouted by several universities. After graduating in 1968, Keith elected to attend junior college in Sacramento but shortly returned to Susanville to work with his father in the woods. Keith was an excellent timber faller and traveled the west coast working for a helicopter logging company. He loved working in the woods, looking forward to each new season. Keith retired from logging after an automobile accident in 1981. Through strength and determination,...

Angelina Marie (Garate) Goni Angelina Marie (Garate) Goni was born on October 4, 1932 in Smith Valley, NV and entered into rest on September 24, 2017. Angie moved to Susanville with her mother and 3 siblings when she was 10 years old. She graduated from Lassen High School in 1951. After graduating, Angie attended Chico State University for one year and then transferred to Reno Business College where she completed her studies. She lived and worked in Reno for a short time before returning back to Susanville. In August 1957, Angie married Richard Goni, her husband of 47 years. She worked in...

Kadin Vance Spafford On September 20, 2017, Kadin Vance Spafford age 16 years, departed this world for his true home. He is survived by his mother Tracy Freitas, twin brother Corbin Spafford, brothers Chase and Kolten Dustin of Janesville, CA, his father Cory Spafford of Tustin, CA., paternal grandparents Lynn and Gary Spafford of Susanville, maternal grandparents Karen and Bill Freitas of Sutherlin, OR. Aunts and uncles Dezarae and Berry Young, San Diego, CA., Callie and Joshua Pettigrew, Janesville, CA, and numerous cousins as well as "Aunt and Uncle Marleen and Sean Norvell, Janesville, CA and Tyler Rollings, Reno, NV. Celebration of...

Amanda Jo Thompson On September 4, 2017, our precious Mandy went to Heaven to be with Jesus. Mandy was born on July 8, 1983, to Randy and Stacy Thompson of Susanville, CA. Mandy graduated from charter school in 2003. She also took online classes at Devry University. Mandy loved life, her children, family, get togethers, camping, going to the lake and just having good times with family and friends. Her most favorite thing in the world was taking care of her children. She was a terrific mom and put her children first. Mandy just happened to be the only girl born of 6...

Dale Anthony Sheehy Dale Anthony Sheehy left this earth on Sept. 19, 2017, to return home to our lord. Dale was born on March 24, 1962, in Norco, CA where he became #11 of 12 children in the Sheehy family. In 1975 Dale's family moved from Socat to Clear Creek, CA where he began attending Westwood Jr./Sr. High. Because of his outgoing nature and his huge, infectious smile, Dale soon became a popular figure amongst his peers and teachers. While there, Dale excelled at sports, most notably football where he set many school records. During his years at Westwood, he formed many strong friendships that continued until...

Wayne Lee Snider Wayne Lee Snider was born May 1, 1942, in Westwood, CA to William Harold Snider and Catherine Helen Snider. Wayne passed away after a long battle with cancer. He graduated from Westwood High School. He started his grocery career at Youngs' Market in Westwood. He married Gayle and had three children, Amanda, Matthew and Melanie. They divorced after thirteen years. Wayne married Marion Petey he adopted her daughter Na Pua. Wayne and Marion were married for 40 years. He is survived by his sisters Patty Brundland of Reno, NV and Francis Mattern of Auburn, CA. He is also survived by...

James C. Barnett    January 16, 1943, to August 14, 2017 Jim Barnett died peacefully at his home in Milford, CA at the age of 74 from complications of rheumatoid arthritis and lupus.  He was born in 1943 in Torrance, California. His childhood was spent in Herlong and Reno and Sacramento, where he married his first wife, and where his daughter Jeanette was born.  He moved to the San Francisco Bay Area in 1965 to work at United Airlines in various positions.  He was very active in the Machinists Union (IAMAW) and appreciated the benefits and working conditions.  He earned his BA &...