October 24, 1948 – December 16, 2024Syl was known for following his passions closely and earnestly, and when it came to athleticism, there was no middle of the road. After running marathons for the first half of his life, including the Western States; 100 miles in under 24 hours, he switched to long distance biking, [...]
July 3, 1942 – February 7, 2025Mike and his sister Pat were born in Utah, where their father was stationed during WWII. At the close of the war, the family moved to Marin County where their parents, Hugh and Verda McLeran, were born and raised. Growing up, Mike lived in Stinson Beach, Mill Valley, and [...]
August 2, 1933 – February 12, 2025Lee McCarty Blakemore, known affectionately as Mac to his family, passed away peacefully on February 12, 2025.He was born in St. Clair, Michigan, in 1933 and spent his formative years along the picturesque St. Clair River region. Lee pursued higher education at Bowling Green State University in Ohio. Following [...]
It is with a heavy heart that we share the passing of our beloved mother, Ruth Poulter, on December 20th, 2024. She was not only an extraordinary mother, but also a fierce and compassionate woman whose love and guidance shaped us into who we are today. She had a way of balancing strength with kindness, [...]
Lawrence Ivan Cole, a longtime resident of Penn Valley, CA, born on February 7, 1936, in Meadville, PA. passed away February 10th, 2025 at the age of 89. Larry enjoyed a successful career in the military, raised four amazing children, and was a proud grandfather and great-grandfather. Devoutly religious, Larry is finally resting peacefully with [...]
Amy Martin went home to be with the Lord on February 9, 2025. Graveside services will be held on Thursday, February 20, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. at the historic Colfax Cemetery. A reception will follow at the Colfax Community Center in the Conistoga Room.Amy was born November 27, 1948 in Morganton, North Carolina, to Earl [...]
April 17, 1939 - February 13, 2025On 2/13/25, with mixed feelings, Janice left her many, many friends on this earth to join her Lord, and all the saints she loved so well in heaven. (She is planning many new careers there.) Janice was born in Beloit, Wisconsin, to Jane and Walter, “Rocky” Rockers, the first [...]
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Cathleen “Cathy” Marie Wilkins Hart after a courageous battle with cancer. She was a fighter until the very end, facing every challenge with strength and resilience. Cathy was a beloved mother, grandmother, daughter, sister, and friend whose kindness and adventurous spirit touched the lives of many.Cathy is [...]
It is with great sadness to announce the passing of Wallace “Wally” Elmer Tarp, friend to hundreds, admired and respected by everyone who came in contact with him.Wallace Tarp, 81 years old, of Grass Valley, passed away peacefully at his Ranch on Feb. 2, 2025, surrounded by family after a long battle with COPD.Wallace’s life [...]
February 15, 1948 – January 8, 2025Patrick Norman passed away unexpectedly on January 8, 2025. A service will be held February 21, 2025, at Emmanuel Episcopal Church in Grass Valley at 1 PM.Born February 15, 1948, and raised in Merced, California, Patrick grew up fishing, riding horses in Yosemite, playing tennis, and reading avidly. At [...]
