Obituaries

Sep 17, 2024

On September 17, 2024, Jason Cox passed away after a courageous battle in the hospital. 

 Jason was born on July 14, 1975, and grew up in Riverside and Gasquet, California. During a challenging childhood, Jason relied on his beloved grandparents George and Kay Otto, Aunt Sharon and Uncle Dan Alexander, as well as Al and Sheila Leverett, to help guide and...

Sep 16, 2024

Ina Dale Ford passed into rest on Monday September 16th, 2024 after a long, hard fight with pancreatic cancer. She was 77 years old.

 Ina was born in Fort Bragg, California on the 10th of December 1946 to Eugene Thomas and Lydia Sophia Hash (Stolpe). She spent her youth at their home in Petaluma, where she learned to ride and care...

Sep 13, 2024

At 16, Larry enlisted and served six years in the U.S. Army. He was a Veteran of WWII, including the occupations of Japan and Germany.

Following his military service, Larry embarked on a distinguished 32-year career in the Azusa and Ukiah Police Departments. His dedication and hard work were recognized when he graduated from the prestigious FBI National Academy.

Larry’s greatest achievements...

Sep 10, 2024

Lynn Hedrick, born on March 20, 1953, in Lawrence, KS, went to be with the Lord on September 10, 2024, at the age of 71. Lynn lived a life marked by love, kindness, and dedication to her family, friends, and many animals—especially cats. Known for her gentle spirit and giving heart, she was a compassionate soul who never hesitated to...

Sep 7, 2024

 Jane Hardie Leonard passed away unexpectedly at home on September 6, 2024. Janie was born September 27, 1956 in Ukiah, CA. She lived in Ukiah most of her life except for a few years away at college and in Santa Rosa, but she always considered Ukiah her home. Her family settled in Ukiah in the late 1890’s, and she lived...

Sep 5, 2024

In Loving Memory of Marlene Ruiz June 18, 1976 – September 5, 2024 Our beloved daughter and sister, Marlene Ruiz, passed away surrounded by her loved ones on September 5, 2024. Born and raised in Ukiah, California, on June 18, 1976, Marlene touched the lives of everyone she met with her bright spirit and boundless love. Marlene is survived by...

Sep 3, 2024

Ingemar Gary Nelson Age 64, passed away suddenly the morning of September 3rd 2024.Born in San Francisco California. Ingemar is the son of Richard and Rosetta Nelson and the grandson of Birdie Marable. He is The eldest brother of Richard, Marcus and Lisa Nelson. 

Ingemar graduated from Thornton High School in south San Francisco and went to work at Mendocino Transit...

Sep 3, 2024

Born May 28, 1963 in Grants, New Mexico to Ted and Martha Peterson. The family moved to Ukiah shortly after his birth. 

Ted was a jack of all trades, taking apart all household items starting at a very young age. He worked for Martin’s Electric and Fetzer’s for most of his career. He passed away on September 3, 2024.

He is survived...

Sep 2, 2024

Francis Marie Byers passed away on September 2, 2024, due to complications of abdominal cancer. She was 80 years old.

Francis, also known as Judy for her entire life, was born on June 20, 1944, in Newport, Oregon to Patricia and George Moody.

She met Ronald Byers, Jr. as a teenager and they moved to Mendocino County to start their lives together....

Sep 1, 2024

Aug 29, 2024

It is with a broken heart that we announce the passing of Ruben Acosta Balderama, a beloved brother, husband, father, respected farm laborer, and ranch foreman, on August 29, 2024, at the age of 91. We mourn our loss but celebrate his life.

Ruben was born on March 14, 1933, in Fresno, California, to Samuel Salinas Balderama and Tillie Acosta Balderama,...

Aug 24, 2024

Theresa Ann Eaquinto passed away on August 24, 2024 at Marin Hospital in Marin, California. She was born May 7 1950 in Price,Utah to Joseph Eaquinto and Lois Seeley Eaquinto. She was their only daughter and second oldest of 5 children. She graduated high-school in California. She then went to Mendocino college for art and continued her education in Nursing. 

She...

Aug 20, 2024

Charles A. Tassin (Chuck) was born on September 8, 1937 in Lake Charles, Louisiana to George R. and Priscilla Theriot Tassin. Chuck passed away peacefully at home with his loving wife and children surrounding him.

Chuck’s family moved around California and eventually driving to Arkansas leaving Arkansas they drove to Oregon and settled in Merlin, Oregon, making their final home in...

Aug 17, 2024

John Paul Isom, age 37, of Ukiah, California, died Saturday, August 17, 2024, in a one-car accident near Willits, California. 

John was born February 9, 1987 in Tullahoma, Tennessee, the son of the late Rev. Dr. Paul Burton Isom of Dunlap, Illinois. 

John is survived by his wife Kelsey Hale Isom; his mother Rev. Margaret (Margo) Richardson and step-parent Stephan Hill of...

Aug 15, 2024

Bruce Gordon Heady was born September 6, 1938. He passed away in his home on August 15, 2024 at the age of 85 with his family by his side. 

Born in Santa Monica California, Bruce enjoyed his adolescent years adventuring around Topanga Canyon riding his horse Pet, working with his father, and learning life skills that would follow him all of...

Aug 8, 2024

In Loving Memory of Sharon Forbes Sharon Forbes, who passed away peacefully on August 7, 2024, will be deeply missed by all who knew her. Born on November 7, 1948, in Kirksville, Missouri, Sharon was the daughter of Merton McCarty and Barbara (Rector) Puckett. She was preceded in death by her parents, her sister Kathleen, and her great-grandson Miles. Sharon...

Aug 8, 2024

Joan Marie Wade aka: Joan M. LaDelle, Joan M. Boogaard, JoAnn M. Wade born 06/09/1936 died 08/08/2024. Survived by husband Gerald C. Wade and children Allen Z, LaDelle, Karen J. Curtis and Lois G. LaDelle-Daly. She was a loving mother, Schoolteacher, Past Worthy Matron of Easter Stars, Girl Scout Leader and Cub Scout Den mother.

Jul 30, 2024

Peter Chevalier passed away unexpectedly in his vineyard, which was also home, overlooking Lake Mendocino on the morning of Tuesday, July 30th.

A native to northern California, Peter’s life would move him around the western US as he pursued opportunities in the agriculture industry. Born in San Rafael, Peter’s family soon moved to the town of Sonoma. It was there that...

Jul 22, 2024

Death is never easy, no matter how prepared you are, or how long someone’s life has been. You always long for more time.

Marchie lived a long full life of 99+ years. It wasn’t always easy. In fact, sometimes her life was downright hard, but she would tell you, “God was always good”. She was more than ready to meet her...

Jul 19, 2024

 In 1969 Jim and his wife, Nadjah, came to Ukiah and taught at Ukiah High School. Over the years, thousands of students passed through his math classes. Jim had an exceptional knack of making math understandable.

 For 18 years, Jim was the head varsity football coach. Together with Ed Schweitzer, Jerry Aikman, and Pat Wilson, they brought UHS four North Bay...