William E. Corwin, age 67, passed suddenly at his home in Grass Valley, California on June 13th, 2024. “Bill” was born on April 26th, 1957, in Norwich, Connecticut. He spent most of his youth in Miami, Florida. The youngest of 4 siblings, he was always eager to tag along with the big kids. Following graduation [...]

Erin Lambert Heinlein, a cherished long-time resident of Grass Valley, California, passed away on July 23, 2024. Born in Dallas, Texas, on January 29, 1950, to Edna May and Ben Heinlein, Erin's journey through life was marked by dedication, love, and remarkable accomplishments. Erin attended Wilcox High School in Santa Clara, California, before earning his [...]

Dennis Lee Edie passed away on July 23rd, 2024 in Sacramento, CA.  He was 77 years old.   Denis was born on June 22, 1947 in Alameda, CA to LeRoy and Alice Havlicek Edie.  He graduated from San Loreno High School, San Lorenzo, CA.  He studied photography at Laney College in Oakland, CA.  He served [...]

was born in the quaint little town of Ballard California on June 16th, 1928. His parents were Eldon F. Howerton and Lucricia C. (Munoz) Bill & Billy. Gene was the oldest of five boys of whom all proudly served their country in various branches of the military. Ty Howerton country boys were raised from Ballard [...]

Known for his kindness, wit, and creative genius, Penn Valley resident Scott Dana Richins passed away. Born in San Diego, CA, Scott was raised by his mother Thelma and stepfather Elvin Dean Richins. He attended Roseville High School, lettering in track, tennis, and wrestling, before attending Serra College. In 1968, Scott married his first wife, [...]

  Cathrine Eva Smith was born on November 29th, 1952 in Grass Valley, to Lila (Pat) and Steve Novack. She was the 3rd of 4 girls and silly enough every picture of them growing up had them lined up in birth order.   Cathy went to Grass Valley schools and graduated from Nevada Union Highschool [...]

Dr. Lisa Elaine Moon, was born June 4, 1952 in Cambridge, MA, and was raised in San Francisco, CA. She met her soul mate, Dr. Jerry Chan, while attending optometry school at UC Berkeley. They were married at Grace Cathedral in San Francisco in 1977. Lisa was well-known in the community as a caring optometrist, [...]

Dale Roger Mantei passed away on July 31, 2023 at home surrounded by family after a courageous fight against cancer. He was 60 years old.  Dale was born on December 12, 1962 in Lompoc, CA to Laura and Deward Mantei. He had many hobbies that he loved to share with his family which included scuba [...]

William Charles Jasper AKA “The Smartsville Dog Whisperer” passed away on Dec. 12, 2022. He was known as a true character to all who know him. Always ready to tell a story and offer his advice. Born in Willits, CA on March 12th, 1952. He grew up in Laytonville, Bran scomb area, living in a [...]