Obituaries

Feb 18, 2024

Our beloved Sandra Torres passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on February 18, 2024.

She was born September 13, 1971 in San Nicolas de Ibarra, Mexico, to Victoria Ibarra and Salvador Razo. Sandra, before anything, was a mother to her 3 beautiful children, Vanessa, Sabrina, and Jorge Luis. She was a proud resident of Ukiah since 1985 when her, her...

Feb 16, 2024

Feb 14, 2024

James (Jim) Christian Kratz went to be with the Lord on Valentine’s Day, February 14, 2024. Jim was born September 18, 1938 in Malvern, Arkansas. Predeceased by mother and father, Fern and Alfred Kratz and sister Anita Louise Pierce. Jim is survived by wife Connie Kratz of 54 years and numerous loving family members.  A Celebration of Jim’s Life will...

Feb 5, 2024

James Dalton Gibson, known to many as Jim, passed away in Redding, California, leaving behind a legacy of love and dedication. Born into a family of skilled mechanics and inventors on September 9, 1940, James took pride in his roots and carried that passion throughout his life.

James served his country honorably for 4 years in the U.S. Navy, a period...

Feb 2, 2024

Troy L. Standridge (Lee) passed away peacefully on February 2, 2024. He was born on June 27, 1945 to Troy F. and Hazel Standridge in Modesto, CA. 

In 1972 Lee was transferred to Ukiah, CA while working for Weisfield’s Jewelers. When other transfers started coming through he chose to remain in Ukiah to raise the family. He fulfilled a dream of...

Feb 1, 2024

David Morris Anderson was born on Friday, June 16, 1939 to Fred and Annie Anderson in Ukiah, CA.  He lived on Bush Street while growing up and graduated from Ukiah High School in 1957 and Mendocino College in 1974.                                             ...

Jan 31, 2024

Suzanne King Harrigan (Brient), 81, passed away on January 31, 2024, in Manteca, California, with her family by her side. She was born on May 11, 1942, in Richmond, Virginia, to her parents Suzanne Winston Brient, Pelto (Miller) and Robert Harlow Brient.



Suzanne had a rich and fulfilling life. She traveled extensively with her family and was actively involved in school...

Jan 31, 2024

 Pierce Wayne Ingle, beloved husband father, brother and Marine Corps veteran, passed away peacefully at his home in Willits, California on January 31, 2024. He was born on November 25, 1947 in Ukiah, California to his proud father Pierce Ingle and loving mother Vina Mae.

Wayne, as he was affectionately known to his friends and family, led a remarkable life filled...

Jan 28, 2024

Bob passed peacefully at his home with his devoted wife of 50 years, Suzie, at his side.  He also leaves behind his sister, Janie (Gary), nephew Brian Arneson, niece Lisa Minniefield, nephew Eddie Bollig (Terri), nephew Kevin Leonard and partner Chica and several great nephews, great niece and cousins.  He was preceded in death by his parents, Al and Irene...

Jan 24, 2024

David Mosedale passed away peacefully at home on January 24, 2024 at age 77. David was one of triplet boys born to Harold and Muriel Mosedale in Englewood NJ on May 10, 1946. David grew up in East Longmeadow MA where he graduated from high school. He later was inducted to the ELHS Athletic Hall of Fame for ice hockey....

Jan 24, 2024

Frank Ausborne Seward, a retired City of Ukiah Police Officer of 25 years and retired Mendocino County Sheriff Bailiff of 17 years, passed away on January 24, 2024, at the age of 85. He was born on March 26, 1938, in Willits, California, to his loving parents Glenn and Ida Seward.

Frank had an impressive career in law enforcement, dedicating many...

Jan 20, 2024

In Loving Memory of Lou Fortin

Lou Fortin, born on July 18, 1937, in Pittsfield, Massachusetts, peacefully passed away, leaving a legacy of love and resilience on January 20, 2024. Lou's remarkable journey began in the heart of Vermont, where he spent his summers working on a dairy farm, cultivating a strong work ethic and appreciation for the land.

During his formative...

Jan 20, 2024

Jan 15, 2024

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Jeff Woldemar on January 15, 2024, at the age of 53. As a child, Jeff was a country kid who loved exploring the woods behind his home with his BB gun, riding his bike, playing with his sister, and reading. He was an exceptional athlete who played baseball, basketball,...

Jan 14, 2024

Guistina Victoria Rorabaugh

Guistina (Tina) Victoria Rorabaugh of Hopland left this life peacefully with husband Alec and daughter Casey by her side on January 14, 2024 at the age of 84.  Tina was born on October 26, 1939, to Nicholas and Frances (Calisi) Gabello, in Binghamton, NY.  The middle of three children, she was preceded in death by her parents and...

Jan 12, 2024

David Paul RodrigueJuly 6, 1963 - January 12, 2024David Paul Rodrigue, 60, of Ukiah, CA, passed away on January 12, 2024. Known and liked by everyone who knew him, Dave was a hardworking man who took pride in his children, grandchildren, and work. He had a generous heart and a contagious sense of humor, always ready for an adventure and living...

Jan 12, 2024

Cari Lee Stiles of Willits, CA, passed away on January 12, 2024 at the age of 61. Cari was born in Healdsburg, CA on January 26, 1962. 

Cari & her family lived in Willits where they raised their two children & Cari began her 30 year long career with Willits Unified School District. She was a coach, mentor & friend to...

Jan 11, 2024

Laura German of Ukiah, California was 94 years old when she passed away on January 11, 2024. Laura was born on September 24, 1929 to Pete and Rena Bartolomei.

Laura lived in Ukiah her entire life. She graduated from Ukiah High School. After graduation she went to secretarial business school in San Francisco.  She came home to Ukiah and met and...

Jan 9, 2024

 

Renee Georgine (Van Valkenburg) Bean passed away peacefully on January 9, 2024, following a brief illness, at the age of eighty. Her husband Tom was by her side.

Renee was born in Oakland, CA on March 31, 1943 to George and Doris Van Valkenburg. She grew up in San Leandro, CA and was the oldest of six children.

While...

Jan 8, 2024

 

Chairman John “Bubba” Feliz, Jr., of the Coyote Valley Band of Pomo Indians passed away on January 8, 2024. He was 45 years old. John is preceded in death by his loving mother Catherine Cortez, Paternal Grandparents Getrude & Necho Feliz and Maternal Grandparents Leo & Rose Dulay. He is survived by his loving Father John Feliz, Sr., sister...