Obituaries
Kathleen Marie McMain
Aug 19, 2025
Kathleen Marie McMain (Kathy) of Potter Valley, CA born November 18, 1942 in Imlay City, Michigan. Passed on August 19, 2025 at her home. She is preceded in death by her husband (Walt) Walter McMain, her daughter Kimberly Marie McMain, and grandson James Allen Dailey. She is survived by her sons Preston Dailey and wife Julie, Troy Dailey and wife...
Madelyn Gayle Yeo
Aug 18, 2025
25 Year Ukiah Resident
Madelyn Gayle Keller Yeo was born in Springfield, Missouri on February 10, 1948, to Frank Beldon Keller and Roberta Roslyn Ragan. She died peacefully on August 18 at UCSF in San Francisco after a summer decline due to congestive heart failure.
Madelyn is survived by her husband Dennis and two adult children, Rebecca Daniels of Chicago and Matthew...
Geneva Elizabeth Kinney (Burrell)
Aug 18, 2025
Geneva Elizabeth Kinney (Burrell)
Geneva Kinney (Burrell), age 81, passed away at her home on August 18, 2025, in Redwood Valley, California. Born on February 7, 1944, in Lassen, California, Geneva lived a life marked by devotion to her family, commitment to her community, and a deep generosity that touched countless lives.
Geneva built a lasting legacy as a successful local business...
Jeremy "JD" Duane Donahoo
Aug 3, 2025
In Loving Memory of Jeremy “JD” Duane Donahoo (July 26, 1975 to August 3, 2025)
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Jeremy “JD” Duane Donahoo, a beloved husband, father, and respected business owner, who lost his hard fought courageous battle with cancer on Sunday August 3rd. He just celebrated his 50th birthday and leaves behind a...
Christion Salvador Schoenfeld
Aug 2, 2025
Christion Salvador Schoenfeld, born on June 16, 1999 and transitioned on July 31, 2025 at the age of 26. His sudden departure has left a profound void in the hearts of all who knew and loved him.
Christion was a firefighter on CAL FIRE for 3 years. He was part of the Mendocino Unit Woodlands Fire Station, and a firefighter previously...
James Forrest Hughes
Jul 31, 2025
Jim (Jimbo to his childhood friends) was born on December 6, 1950 to Forrest (Frosty) and Mary Hughes in Ukiah, California and passed away on July 31, 2025.
He attended all local grammar schools and graduated from Ukiah High School in 1969. After receiving his A.A. degree in Computer Science from Shasta Junior College in Redding, he studied Psychology and Sociology...
Steve Richard Daniels
Jul 28, 2025
Steven (Steve) Richard Daniels, man of many talents and friends, passed away on July 28, 2025 at the age of 67. He died from complications due to cancer, after fighting to live for six long years. He will be greatly missed.
Born on December 19, 1957 in Ukiah, California to Richard W. Daniels and Joan D. Daniels (Lambrecht), Steve grew up...
Rodger Andrew Reinier
Jul 28, 2025
Rodger ‘Andy’ Reinier, who just celebrated his 80th birthday with family and friends, peacefully passed away at his home on July 28, 2025 surrounded by his loving wife, Sharen, and loyal four-legged companion, Ginger, by his side.
Andy was born on July 21, 1945 in Ottumwa, Iowa. When he was young he grew up on a farm in Bloomfield, Iowa then...
Merlene Audrey Ray Besoni
Jul 28, 2025
Merlene Audrey Ray Besoni
Lakeport, CA – Merlene Audrey Ray Besoni, a beloved matriarch and the last vibrant link to a cherished generation, passed away peacefully, leaving behind a profound legacy of family and love. Born on May 30, 1929, Merlene's early life was deeply rooted in the traditions and community of her birthplace, where she was born and raised on...
Carolyn Foutz Whitmire
Jul 26, 2025
Carolyn Whitmire (née Foutz) went to be with the Lord on July 26, in the early hours of the morning. She was surrounded by her family and passed peacefully.
Carolyn grew up in Ukiah with parents Joe and Stella, sister Joan and brother Calvert. She and Joan were charter members of the Dolphins swim club and enjoyed competing on the Ukiah...
Virginia Lee Bartleson
Jul 18, 2025
Virginia Lee Bartleson (Testa) a cherished wife, mother, sister, grandmother, great-grandmother, and auntie, passed away peacefully on July 18, 2025, at the age of 78.
Born on December 20, 1946, in Ukiah, California, to Charles and Lena Testa (Landini), Virginia grew up in the close-knit community of Calpella. A proud graduate of Ukiah High School’s Class of 1964, she carried the...
James "Jim" C. Eddie
Jul 13, 2025
James Clyde Eddie, known to all as “Jim”, lost his battle to cancer on July 13, 2025 at his home, peacefully surrounded by family. Jim was extremely proud of his heritage and the fact that he was the fourth generation of two Potter Valley pioneer families. He was born at home to Leona Dashiell Eddie and Clyde Raymond Eddie on...
Lois Ann Steliga
Jul 11, 2025
In Loving Memory of Lois Steliga
Lois Ann Steliga, a beloved longtime resident of Ukiah, passed away peacefully at her home on South Dora Street on July 11, 2025, at the age of 101.
She was the eldest of three girls born to John and Anna Marie Vejvoda on April 22, 1924, in Wilmerding, Pennsylvania. Lois was 13 years older than her...
Jason Ward Bunyan
Jul 1, 2025
Jason Ward Bunyan of Ukiah passed away peacefully at the age of 53 on Tuesday, July 1st 2025 after a long battle with diabetes and kidney disease.
Jason was born on May 18, 1972 in Hayward CA to Ward Bunyan and Gretchen Lotts (Loberg). He graduated from both Skyline High in Oakland and Ukiah High. He enjoyed singing, writing poetry and...
Patrick Glenn Taylor
Jun 29, 2025
Patrick Glenn Taylor passed away at home, the end of June, 2025 in Ukiah, California, at the age of 70. Born on September 20, 1954, to Glenn and Betty Taylor, Patrick spent most of his life in Ukiah, growing up on the German family’s (his mother’s side) grape ranch in Talmage. He attended Ukiah schools, followed by earning his Degree...
Phyllis Lorraine Doty
Jun 27, 2025
Phyllis Lorraine Doty, 78, of Ukiah, California, passed away peacefully on June 27, 2025.
Born on June 23, 1947, in Glendale, CA, Phyllis was the daughter of Walter and Phyllis Mason. She attended Glendale Academy and later built a life filled with love, service, and deep connections to her family and community.
On March 12, 1983, Phyllis married the love of her...
Margaret "Peggy" Ann Martinson
Jun 25, 2025
Margaret Ann “Peggy” Martinson was born in Lake County, California, on September 17, 1939, to Harvey and Ruth McConnell. She went to be with the Lord at the age of 85 on June 25, 2025, passing peacefully in her home in Redwood Valley surrounded by her loving family.
Peggy was the oldest of four children and moved to Ukiah with her...
Cora Gonzalez
Jun 22, 2025
Cora Gonzalez, a devoted mother, compassionate community advocate, and proud resident of Ukiah, California, passed away peacefully on June 22, 2025, in Petaluma, CA, with her loving daughter Rose Falgout by her side. She was 76 years old.
Born on March 27, 1949, in Sunnyvale, CA, Cora was the eldest of nine siblings and a natural leader from the start. She...
Randolph Albert Wilson
Jun 19, 2025
Randolph Albert Wilson, born on October 8, 1961, in Vallejo, California, passed away on June 19, 2025, on Hull Mountain. He is remembered for his warm personality, being a kind and likable individual.
Randolph worked as welder and fabricator at Ukiah Machine McGhee, a testament to his strong work ethic and commitment to his craft. His education culminated with his graduation...
Steven Weiss
Jun 14, 2025
In Loving Memory of Steven Weiss September 17, 1958 – June 14, 2025
Steven Weiss, a lifelong resident of Ukiah, California, passed away on June 14, 2025, at the age of 66. Born in San Francisco on September 17, 1958, Steve spent his early years in Corte Madera and Hopland before moving to Ukiah in the fifth grade. He graduated from...
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