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Linda Vegas. Courtesy photo.

LAKE COUNTY, Calif. – Linda Fay Vegas passed away peacefully in her sleep on Nov. 12, 2019, at the age of 77 years old.

Linda will always be remembered as a beacon of light, we will cherish the memories of her warm smile, big greetings, contagious laugh, never ending love and endearing support.

She is survived by daughter and son-in-law, Kelli and Stephen Bernstein; grandchildren, Johnathan and Nicole, Nicholas and Michelle; and great-grandchildren, Maynard and Sophia.

Linda always had love for the simple things, spending time with family or playing cards with her mother, Frances and best friends, Bonnie and Freda on a Saturday night.

Growing up in a golf family, Linda was known as a shark on the golf course. She was also an avid bowler and pinochle player. Golf course, bowling alley, or card table Linda had a competitive spirit which also extended to the road. She loved to drive and her pride was her 1974 Blue Corvette Stingray and her personalized “L Vegas” license plate.

Linda loved listening to Bob Seger, the Eagles or Country Western music, but her favorite singer was Elvis Presley. Linda would often share stories of her Uncle Skeeter’s Limo service in Las Vegas and his encounters with The King. On one very special occasion she along with her parents Henry and Frances attended an Elvis concert courtesy of her Uncle Skeeter. This would be a night Linda would never forget. For this was the night Elvis Presley sang a song directly to her while holding her hand. At the end of the song Elvis leaned down from the stage and kissed both Linda and her mother Frances.

After moving to California as a teenager Linda started her first job with a local bank, Crocker National, as a teller at age 16. Little did she know at the time that would lead her to a career that spanned 50 years in the banking and real estate industry.

Given Linda’s love for her career, diligence and magnetic personality she spent 25 years as the VP of Wells Fargo N.A. Northern California Escrow Division in San Jose, Ca. until retiring as VP of Equity Exchange in Palo Alto, California.

At age 21 Linda found love and married Raymond Vegas, although the marriage did not last, they were blessed with their only child Kelli. Linda always cherished her in-law side of the family and their relationships remained strong through the years.

Her later years were spent in retirement in the loving care of her younger sisters, Janice and Deborah in Clear Lake, California. Linda always loved being in Clear Lake, visiting the casino with her niece, Chrissie and her sisters, Deborah and Janice. Her memory will always be cherished for her warm smile, big greetings, never ending love and endearing support for her family.

She is also survived by her sisters, Janice Gibson and Deborah McSpadden; surviving nieces and nephews, Victor and Rebecca Rogers, son, Daniel and daughter, Jennifer. David and Chrissie Chavez, son Michael Kuzinich Jr. and daughters, Amanda, Kimberly and Lisa. Heather Turner, sons Ryan and Jake and daughters Zoe and Katie. In-laws, mother in-law, Lydia Vegas, sister and brother in-law Margo and Leonard Dos Santos and their loving families.

She is preceded in death by her parents, William (Henry) and Frances McSpadden; her brothers, Bill McSpadden and Bobby McSpadden; and niece, Crystal Rogers.

Yolanda Blocher Knight. Courtesy photo.

LAKE COUNTY, Calif. – Yolanda “Yo” “Yo-Yo” Blocher Knight was lifted by the angels to our Lord in heaven above on Oct. 30, 2019.

Born March 24, 1983, to proud parents, Richard Knight and Yolanda Knight Paciocco, she was raised in Lakeport, California, and graduated in 2001 from Clear Lake High School.

She was a devoted and loving mother of four beautiful children, Hannah, age 14, Alexis, age 12, Vincent, age 9, and Casey, age 7. Her life was first and foremost dedicated to raising and providing a loving home for her children.

Her closeness to family and friends and her genuine ability to love unconditionally came from her strong Faith in God. Her humor was refreshing and her smile infectious, wise beyond her years, everyone valued her advice.

Her kindness was unbiased and she saw every person for their potential and not their faults. This was evident as often times lines were formed along the walls at her business, Morgan’s Barber Shop, all wanting to get in her chair, not only for the great haircut, but to be blessed with her inspiring words. Walking out always better than they arrived!

Giving so freely and easily for her family and friends, Yo showed up, she participated and never hesitated to help in any way she could.

Our Angel Yo is survived by her four loving children; father, Richard; mother, Yolanda; the love of her life, fiancé Javier Castanades; her brothers and sisters, Richard Knight and Karen, Brian and Natalie Knight, Adriane Corona Villela Knight and Pancho, Patricia Knight Alvarado and Sergio, Michael Knight and Katie, Brittani Walker, Sierra Bullman; many, many “other sisters,” nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts, uncles and so many friends, you know who you are, and Yo cherished all of you.

As an Angel among us and in her giving nature Yo was also an organ donor and continued to bless others as she left our world by saving three adult lives and four newborn babies.

God bless our Yo-Yo, she has been taken into the loving arms of others who have passed before us, her grandparents, Vincent and Elizabeth Paciocco, Grandpa Obie Knight, Grandma Jan and Bill Bostick, and her uncles, Jimmy Knight, Henry Paciocco and Lou Paciocco.

We will take comfort knowing you are among the Angels watching over us. We will miss your beautiful smile and your unconditional love, the incredible memories we shared with you will be imprinted in our hearts forever more!

A celebration of Yo’s life will be held on Saturday, Nov. 23, at 2 p.m., at 5450 Sabin Road in Kelseyville.

In lieu of flowers a trust, “Love for Yo-Yo’s Loves,” has been set up at Umpqua Bank to benefit her kids and/or contact Holly Schneider at Kelseyville Brewery, Main Street in Kelseyville, with any gifts, gift cards anything that can directly help the children during this difficult time.

If anyone has something they'd like to share about YoYo, whether funny, heartwarming or how she touched your lives, we'd be honored to hear them. Also following the celebration of life there will be food and music because Yolanda would want us to be smiling!

Arrangements by Chapel of the Lakes Mortuary, 707-263-0357 or 707-994-5611, or visit www.chapelofthelakes.com .

Dean Allen Martin
‘Cuz Cuz’ ‘Dougie’

May 23, 1955 - Nov. 1, 2019

LAKE COUNTY, Calif. – Traditional Native American visitation will be held at Dean’s home starting on Wednesday, Nov. 6, at 11 a.m. and continue until the graveside funeral service that will be held at St. Mary’s Cemetery on Saturday, Nov. 9, at 11 a.m.

Arrangements by Chapel of the Lakes Mortuary, 707-263-0357 or 707-994-5611, or visit www.chapelofthelakes.com.


Alice Sperling. Courtesy photo.


LAKE COUNTY, Calif. – Alice Emily Sperling gained her wings peacefully in her sleep in the early morning hours of October 25, 2019.

Alice was born to the late Clint and Esther Ruddock on May 15, 1925, in Valencia, California.

She resided in Finley, California, where she met the love of her life, Billie Paul Sperling.

Alice and Bill were married for 73 beautiful years and had four children.

Alice is survived by her daughters, Sandra Wood of Lakeport and Linda Courtright (Emmitt) of North Bend, Oregon; and her son, David Sperling (Debbie) of Phoenix, Oregon.

Alice has left a legacy behind of nine grandchildren, 22 great-grandchildren and 24 great-great-grandchildren. Grama Alice had a special and individual relationship with every one of her grandchildren, but one thing remained the same with all, she was loved and adored by all.

Alice is preceded in death by her beloved husband, Billie; her son and daughter-in-law, Lonnie and Karen Sperling; and grandsons, Tony Sperling and Clifford Morris.

Alice was a loving wife, mother and grandmother. She is fondly remembered for her contagious smile and welcoming home.

Alice cherished her family and loved family celebrations. Holidays were always very special in her home, Christmas Eve and Easter being her favorites. On Valentine’s Day she would put her extra special love into every hand cut heart cookie she made XOXO.

Alice always sent a greeting card to everyone for every occasion. Alice loved gardening from her boysenberries to her abundance of flowers. She enjoyed traveling to Reno, Alaska, Oregon and the coast.

Alice enjoyed cooking, sewing, quilting, embroidering and painting. She enjoyed spending time on the patio playing Pinochle, Chicken Track, or Yahtzee with family and friends.

Alice is now at peace in the arms of her sweet Billie.

Services will be held at Hartley Cemetery at 10 a.m. on Saturday, Nov. 23, with a gathering to follow at the Lakeport Yacht Club at noon.

Joseph Pimentel. Courtesy photo.

Joseph Raymond Pimentel
April 2, 1990 - Oct. 31, 2019

LAKE COUNTY, Calif. – Joey left us suddenly, unexpectedly.

He was loved by many, especially his family. He is survived by his spouse, Shauna; his children, Joseph and Jason; his mother, Karen; his father, Joe; and extended family.

A memorial service is scheduled at Nice Community Baptist Church in Nice on Sunday, Nov. 17, at 2:30 p.m.

Arrangements by Chapel of the Lakes Mortuary, 707-263-0357 or 707-994-5611, or visit, www.chapelofthelakes.com.

Benjamin Silva. Courtesy photo.

LAKE COUNTY, Calif. – Benjamin Silva, 90, fell asleep in death on Monday, Oct. 21, 2019.

Ben was born in South San Francisco on July 29, 1929.

He married Jeanette in 1957.

Ben owned his own business as a drywall contractor in the Bay Area and continued to work into his 70s.

He and Jeanette moved to Lakeport in 1999 to be near their son after Jeanette suffered a stroke.

Ben was a proud graduate of South San Francisco High School, where he played on the football team.

His love of sports continued throughout his life, and he enjoyed watching football and baseball on television, and could often be heard yelling at the TV when there was a call he didn’t agree with.

Baptized as one of Jehovah's Witnesses at a young age, Ben remained faithful to his belief in the resurrection and hope of life everlasting on earth, even enduring imprisonment for his faith.

Ben is survived by his son, James Silva and his wife Tonia of Lakeport; and his daughter, Nicole Wood and her husband James of San Mateo; as well as a large extended family and his family in the Faith.

Ben was preceded in death by his wife, Jeanette, two brothers and one sister.

A memorial service will be held on Nov. 16 at 2 p.m. at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses on Ackley road in Lakeport.

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