3/2/1964 - 10/13/2026In Loving Memory of Lani Mendelsohn FiersteinLani Mendelsohn Fierstein, of Colfax, California, was a bright light in the lives of the many people fortunate enough to know her. With her radiant smile, outgoing personality, quick wit, and generous heart, Lani had a remarkable ability to turn strangers into friends. Wherever she went, she [...]
Mildred Rowe, longtime resident of Grass Valley, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, October 14, 2026, at her home in Eskaton Village. She was 99 years old.Mildred loved people and lived a life of giving. She was a caring person and tireless volunteer in many community organizations where she held multiple leadership roles and was awarded [...]
On October 8, 2026, Joyce Melugin was called home to be with her precious Lord and Savior and her awaiting loved ones. Joyce was surrounded by loving family who treasured her beyond words.Joyce’s celebration of Life will be held Sunday, November 22, 1:30 p.m. at Calvary Bible Church in Grass Valley.Joyce Merle Reid was born [...]
Dennis Edward Kosher, 65, of Grass Valley, California, passed away on Tuesday, August 4, 2026, following a brief illness. Dennis was born May 8, 1961, in San Francisco to Louis and Barbara Kosher. He grew up in the San Francisco Bay Area community of Redwood City, attending Roosevelt Elementary School and John F. Kennedy Middle [...]
Claude Henry Hessel, a retired U.S. Coast Guard Commander, courageous aviator, and dedicated community leader, passed away peacefully on August 27 at the age of 79.Claude lived a life defined by service with an unwavering dedication to his family, country and community. After graduating from Cal Poly University in San Luis Obispo, he entered the [...]
Patricia Ann Mangini passed away on October 2, 2026 at Golden Empire Convalescent Hospital. She was 96 years old.Memorial Services will be held at a later date.Pat was born on January 20, 1930 in Oakland, CA to Marguerite and Charles McDonald. She attended Oakland public schools, where she met the love of her life, Al [...]
May 20, 1948-September 29, 2026Oliva Shannon Fitzpatrick, aged 78, was called to heaven on Tuesday, September 29. She was born on May 20, 1948, in Corvalis, Oregon, graduated from Sonoma State and was married to her devoted husband and caregiver, Denny for 32 years. She leaves two sons: Oliver and Shea Caspersen, two step-daughters, Lisa [...]
Grief is the price we pay for love (Queen Elizabeth ll)The family and friends of Donald Wayne Minarich are feeling an enormous grief today because of the enormous love they felt for this truly wonderful man. Grief is the price we pay for love.The Sierra foothills community of Grass Valley was Don’s home from his [...]
Paul Trethewey left us on August 7, 2026 after four months grappling with cancer. His wife, son and many friends were by his side on the day he passed. He slipped away from us sooner than we all anticipated, and far sooner than we all hoped; but those who could did their best to make [...]
