Obituaries

Mar 2, 2024

Tom Williams of Ukiah, CA and many other places, departed this world on March 2, 2024 at age 89. Born in a cabin in the mountains of Appalachia to Oma and Glay Williams, Tom was destined to have adventures lived by few. He leaves behind his incredible wife and side-kick Janet, sister Carol, his children Dawn, Scott and Matt Williams...

Mar 1, 2024

Jim was born into a multigenerational Ukiah Valley family. The first of four children, his birth was followed by 3 sisters.  All were born, grew up and went to school in Ukiah.  Jim was very active in athletics, especially at an early age.  He was a shortstop on the Ukiah High School baseball team all four years.  His senior year...

Mar 1, 2024

 Josh's story began in the mind of God before the creation of the first mountain, first tree or before the making of the first stars. It is among these beautiful outdoor spaces that Josh preferred to be.  Josh’s adventures on this earth began December 23, 1978 in Ukiah, California.   He passed away March 1, 2024 at the age of...

Mar 1, 2024

Eddie was a force of nature.  He had a strong personality mixed with a good sense of humor.

He was born August 2, 1929 and grew up in the Ukiah Valley. He developed his strong work ethic from helping his parents in the vineyard at an early age. He was a 3rd generation grape farmer.

He married his sweetheart Donna Wildberger on...

Feb 25, 2024

Agnes Daugherty, 92, of Redwood Valley, California, died at home of natural causes on February 25, 2024.

Born on April 4, 1931, in Queens, New York, she attended college at Marquette University in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. She moved to Ames, Iowa, where she met her future husband, Charles Daugherty, with whom she eventually shared eight children.

Agnes had worked as an office manager...

Feb 24, 2024

Richard Donald McChesney (known as Dick to many), passed away on February 24, 2024 (just 4 days shy of his 76th birthday), at his home in Lincoln, California surrounded by his family. Richard was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather.

Richard was born in Petaluma, CA on February 28, 1948, to Dr. Arthur Clay & Helen McChesney.  

Richard was a longtime...

Feb 22, 2024

James (Jim) Vance Dayton Sr., a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away in Ukiah, CA. on February 22, 2024. Jim was born on March 12, 1938, in South Gate, CA. He was a man who dedicated his life to his family and often said his goal in life was to make the love of his life, Brenda, happy,...

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