James Ephraim Clark James Ephraim Clark was born June 30, 1933, in Reserve, New Mexico to William Jackson Clark and Lula Mae (Joy) Clark. He passed away July 25, 2017, at 84 years old in Susanville, Calif. at Banner Lassen Medical Center. He had three brothers Charles, John Lloyd and Willis Jackson, and one sister Charlene (Snyder) Ford. In 1950, James moved from New Mexico to Susanville at 17. He was inducted into the Army on April 8, 1953, and served as a light infantryman in Korea before being honorably discharged March 5, 1955. James married Patsy Lea LeDou January 14, 1961. They had...

Mary Ann Tillman Burbidge Mary went home to our Lord July 18, 2017, in Reno, Nevada at the age of 84. Mary was born April 19, 1933, in Okolona, Arkansas to Avis Fay Tillman and Lillie Prince Tillman. Mary started work at Sierra Army Depot at the young age of 18 and was employed there until her retirement in 1988. In her many years of service, she received numerous awards and recognitions. Mary was preceded in death by her husband Donald Burbidge in 1973, her parents, one brother and one sister. Mary is survived by her sister Wanda Pipkins of Newcastle, California and...

Clay Dalton Cagle Clay Dalton Cagle, 16, passed away on June 21, 2017 in the early morning hours in a tragic automobile accident in Janesville, California. He was born on August 14, 2000, in Susanville, Ca to Jeffrey and Michelle Cagle. Clay spent his youngest years in Janesville attending Janesville Elementary School. After a few short years in Doniphan Missouri and Eddyville, Kentucky Clay returned home and attended Richmond Elementary, where he said, Miss Goni watched him like a hawk. Clay enjoyed all sports, baseball, basketball and football and after his Freshman year, Clay discovered the sport that he truly loved...

George B. West, Jr. George B. West, Jr., 74, of Janesville, CA passed away June 20, 2017, peacefully at his home. He was born in Irwin, PA to George West, Sr. and Marie West on November 7, 1943, and moved to Lassen County in the early 1960’s. He graduated from Lassen High School and continued his education at Chico State University, earning his Bachelor’s Degree in Agriculture. He then joined the Army and continued his education through the Military, earning his Master’s Degree. George was retired from the State of California – Department of Corrections where he worked his way through...

Michelle Ann Cordova Michelle Ann Cordova, age 58 passed away on Monday, June 12, 2017. She is survived by Husband Tim Cordova, four children Mistie, Melissa, Chris and Daniel Cordova, 11 grandchildren, sister Lynn Morris and many other friends and family who she held close to her heart. Michelle is preceded in death by her parents Hugh and Audrie Richardson, along with her grandson Marcus Cordova.  She and her family moved to Lassen County in 1991 where she resided until the Lord called her home. Michelle was a dedicated and loving Mother, Grandmother, Sister and Friend who will be dearly missed by...

Constance Ann Boysen (Connie) Connie passed away unexpectedly at the age of 68. Connie was born in Madison South Dakota on November 1, 1948, to Esther and Wayne Bakke. She grew up in West Covina, California and graduated in 1967. She lived in Groveland, CA for many years. While in Groveland, she touched many hearts and young lives while working at the Groveland Youth Center. Connie moved to Susanville, CA in 2011. Connie (Doxielady) was a lover of animals, especially her dachshunds. Her most recent dogs, Heidi and Billy, were her constant companions. She enjoyed quilting and spending time with her grandchildren. She was a thoughtful, caring person with...

Donald R. Baker Donald R. Baker passed away on May 23, 2017 at the age of 78. He was the youngest of three boys born in Fort Smith, Arkansas on May 24, 1938 to Roy and Flossie Baker. At a young age, he and his family moved to Richmond, California where his parents found work in the shipyards. He met his wife, Kay, at UC Berkeley where they were members of the Glee Club and Treble Clef singing groups. They were married August 10, 1958.  He later earned his Bachelor’s from USC Chico and his Masters from UNR. Don was first a...

Hugh Gale Pangborn, Jr. Hugh was born on September 9, 1934 in Los Angeles, CA to Hugh and Muriel Pangborn. He passed away after a difficult time with Alzheimer's on May 22, 2017 at 82 years old. Hugh attended Marshall High School in Los Angeles graduating in 1952. He also graduated from Los Angeles Trade Tech as a Journeyman Plumber. Hugh entered the U.S. Marine Corp in February of 1957, and married Emily Lewis on June 1st of that year, after basic training. He was stationed at El Toro Air Base while he worked in water supply. During his service he lived with Emily at the...

  Rowena Banister Trussell Rowena Banister Trussell passed away on May 15, 2017 at the age of 93 . She and her twin brother Roy were born in Manton, CA on October 4, 1923 to Elvie and Maude Banister. She is preceded in death by her husband Ronald, her parents, 4 brothers and 2 sisters, her oldest son Robert, and youngest grandson Jake. She is survived by daughter Laurel Milton, son David and his wife Ann, 4 grandchildren; Stehanie Stroud and husband Roy, Robert J. Trussell, Terrie Trussell Ginder and husband Justin, and Matt Trussell. Also surviving are her sister Jean Robinson, nine great-grandchildren and three great-great grandchildren, many nieces, nephews and friends. Rowena attended Bird...

  Robert Edwards February 7, 1950 - May 21, 2017 Robert Edwards passed away from this life with family by his side due to complications from an illness. Bob was born in Oroville, CA to John Edwards and Mary Bradford Edwards. He was a long time resident of Lassen County moving here at age 11, and never wanting to live anywhere else. After graduating from Lassen High School in 1968, he enlisted in the Army and served his country in Vietnam with the 101st Airborne. Bob returned home in 1971 with a Bronze Star, Army Commendation Medal, National Defense Service Medal, and Vietnam Service...