Washington, DC…Three U.S. service members and a service member from a partner nation were killed in southwestern Niger yesterday, U.S. Africa Command officials said. U.S. Africa Command, in concert with interagency and international partners, builds defense capabilities, responds to crisis, and deters and defeats transnational threats to advance U.S. national interests and promote regional security, […]
Mokelumne HIll, CA…Kirk Silveria, 62 From Merced was riding his Harley Davidson northbound on SR-49 south of Big Bar Road at an unknown rate of speed. A 2013 Ford was traveling southbound on SR-49 south of Big Bar Road, directly in front of a 2007 Toyota. Mr. Silveira rode across the double yellow lines into […]
Malibu, CA…From Wikipedia…”Thomas Earl Petty (October 20, 1950 – October 2, 2017) was an American musician, singer, songwriter, multi instrumentalist and record producer. He was best known as the lead singer of Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers, but was also known as a member and co-founder of the late 1980s supergroup the Traveling Wilburys and […]
Avery, CA…The victim of this morning’s homicide in Avery has been identified as 19 year old Cole Bilderback. His father, 47 year old David Bilderback was booked in the Calaveras County Jail on the charge of 187(a)PC-murder and he is being held with $2,000,000 bail. No further details are being released at this time. On […]
Los Angeles, CA…From Wikipedia…”Hugh Marston Hefner (April 9, 1926 – September 27, 2017) was an American men’s lifestyle magazine publisher, businessman, and playboy. Hefner was a native of Chicago, Illinois, and a former journalist for Esquire. He was best known for being the founder and chief creative officer of Playboy Enterprises.[1] A multi-millionaire, his net worth at the time of his death was over $43 million […]
Murphys, CA…Born July 11, 1927 to William Tolliver Harper II and Ollie May Cole in Stockton CA entered into eternal peace surrounded by family on September 16, 2017 in Murphys following a short illness. William was preceded in death by parents William and Ollie Harper, sister Mildred Jane Moran, son Herbert Allen Harper, and grandson […]
Angels Camp, CA…Bennington was driving her Jeep eastbound on SR-4 east of Stallion Way at approximately 30-40 miles per hour. Haynes was riding her Harley Davidson westbound on SR-4 at approximately 70 miles per hour approaching the Jeep’s location. Haynes passed two vehicles over the solid double yellow lines and attempted to reposition back within […]
Murphys, CA…Russ (81) was born and raised in Mt. Pocono, PA. He was enlisted in the Air Force from 1954 – 1958 as a jet engine mechanic. Dodie (81) was born in Hastings, NB. They both eventually made their way and met each other in Murphys, CA. They blended their two families when they married […]
Mountain Ranch, CA…In loving memory of Donald R Starks, age 64 of Mountain Ranch, California, passed away peacefully after a brief illness at Mark Twain Medical Center in San Andreas on 9- 3 -17. Donald served in the Air Force and attended Grossmont College in San Diego. he enjoyed gardening, camping and winemaking. He is […]
Angels Camp, CA…Cody Alan Agasi-Horn 8/3/1989-9/5/2017. Born in Jackson, CA. Son of Christina Horn and Craig Agasi. Succumbed to injuries sustained in an automobile accident Cody worked in the forestry industry for two years, as well as the construction trades. He was a loving husband, son, brother, uncle and father. He loved motorcycles, the Oakland […]
La Grange, CA…On Saturday around 11:30 PM, the Sheriff’s Office received a report of a possible boating accident just North of the Fleming Meadows boat ramp on Lake Don Pedro in La Grange. The reporting person had seen two flares discharged over the water from Fleming Campground. Sheriff’s Deputies along with the Boat Patrol Unit […]
Sacramento, CA…Once again we find ourselves coming together to pay respects and honor a fallen brother. Sadly, today we join many other agencies for the funeral of Sacramento Sheriff’s Deputy Robert French who was tragically killed in the line of duty. We send our deepest heartfelt condolences to Deputy French’s family, friends and the Sacramento […]
Murphys, CA…Ernesto P. Gutierrez passed away on July 29, 2017 at UCSF. His wife and children were by his side. Ernesto was born July 9, 1941 in Mexico City, Mexico. From his youth through the last days of his life he was an energetic and friendly person. As a child he sold light bulbs door […]
Murphys, CA…Arnold Gustave Everson , born in Brooklyn New York on May 21, 1918 has gone to join his wife of seventy-five years, Edna May Greene Everson and his daughter, Corinne Jane Azinger, in their Heavenly home. Arnold, age 99, died peacefully on August 30,2017, with his daughter, Elizabeth Armstrong at his side. A Chief […]
Arnold, CA…All who knew her are invited to a Celebration of Life will held in honor of Esther M. Rasmussen on Saturday, September 16, 1:00 – 3:00 pm at Independence Hall Community Center, 1445 Blagen Road, Arnold, CA 95223. In lieu of flowers, please bring your fondest memories of Esther and a dessert in honor […]
Eagle Meadows, CA…On September 3, 2017 at approximately 2:30 pm, 66 year old Carmel Valley resident, Christine Factor was driving a 2011 Lexus GX460, westbound on State Route 108 west of Forest Route 6N24, Eagle Meadows, at approximately 50-55 MPH. For unknown reasons, Christine Factor allowed her vehicle to veer to the right and travel […]
Angels Camp, CA…This morning, San Andreas CHP officers were dispatched to a fatal traffic collision between a golf cart being towed and a Ford pickup. The driver of the golf cart, Cody Agasi Horn, was killed instantly when the golf cart crossed into the westbound lane and was struck by the Ford. The driver of […]
White Pines, CA…Naomi Liechty of White Pines, CA passed away on August 27, 2017 in Sonora, CA. She was born in Oilton, Creek County, Oklahoma on March 26, 1918. She was 99 years old. She is preceded in death by her husband Daniel George Liechty Sr. She is survived by her son, Daniel George Liechty […]
West Point, CA…Robert P. Carpenter Passed away on Aug. 22nd. 2017 at the age of 86. Born in Waterford, Ca. His first wife was Nancee, Second wife is Janice, they were married for 31yrs. Loving father to Jill Weichert and Kevin Carpenter, grandfather to Jared, Caleb Weicherd, Emilie Rotans and Nancee Carpenter. Great grandfather to […]
Angels Camp, CA…With a heavy heart, the family of Zachary Thomas Peterson announce his unexpected passing on 8/27/2017. 4/13/2001 – 8/27/2017 At 16 years old, Zachary was a student at Bret Harte High School where he just started his junior year. A child of Bear Valley, CA, he lived there for seven years until his […]
Sacramento, CA…Governor Edmund G. Brown Jr. today issued the following statement regarding the death of Sacramento County Sheriff’s Department Deputy Robert French: “Anne and I join all of Sacramento in grieving the loss of Deputy French, who died today while protecting our community. On behalf of all Californians, we extend our condolences to his family, […]
Sacramento, CA…This morning while working a stolen vehicle case that started at a Sacramento area hotel. Sacramento County Sheriff’s Deputy Robert French and two CHP Officers were shot. The suspect reportedly fired shots through the hotel room door before fleeing the scene and leading officers on a chase. From the CHP…”Our thoughts and prayers are […]
West Point, CA…David Daniel Ramey passed away from a short battle with cancer on 8/11/17 surrounded by family. Born in Castro Valley CA to Monford and Betty Ramey on 6/3/58. David was in the Army from 1976-1979 where he was stationed in Germany. After the Army David worked at Glass Containers and Foodmaker in Hayward […]
CHANGI NAVAL BASE, Republic of Singapore (NNS) — U.S. Navy and Marine Corps divers have now recovered the remains of all 10 USS John S. McCain (DDG 56) Sailors. The fallen Sailors are: – Electronics Technician 1st Class Charles Nathan Findley, 31, from Kansas City, Missouri – Interior Communications Electrician 1st Class Abraham Lopez, 39, […]
Valley Springs resident and elementary school teacher Rochelle Aline Pena passed away from peritoneal cancer at the age of 59 on August 25, 2017. She was born in San Francisco, CA on January 18, 1958. Rochelle graduated from Bret Harte high school before going on to earn a Bachelor of Arts degree in education and […]
Valley Springs, CA…We, the sons and daughters of Vienna Claudette Green, with heavy hearts announce the passing of our beloved mother. Mom passed peacefully in her home near Valley Springs on August 23, 2017. She was 76 years old. Our mother, Vienna, is predeceased by her mother, Gertrude Tetrault Gouger, her father, Joseph Gouger, and […]
San Andreas, CA…Robert “Bob” Applegate born October 23, 1941 passed away earlier this week from a fall. Born in Idaho to John and Dorothy Applegate he was the eldest of three children. His sister Carolyn preceded him in death. His younger sister Kathryn Snyder resides in Kerrville with her husband Dr. Eugene Snyder. From an […]
Murphys, CA…We say goodbye to a member of our community. Derrell Pulis passed away 8/8/17 at home from complications related to Parkinson Disease, developed from his years of Military Service in Vietnam. Derrell retired Lt. Colonel from the Air Force after 20 years of service. Derrell spent a good part of his service as a […]
Modesto, CA…Former Tuolumne County Sheriff’s Deputy Killed by suspected drunk driver last night. From TCSO..”The Modesto Police Department suffered a tragic loss last night when Sergeant Mike Pershall was killed in a vehicle versus bicycle accident. Mike Pershall has been with MPD since 2012, previously with the Tuolumne County Sheriff’s Office from 2008 to 2012. […]
Mountain Ranch, CA…David Ray Bean (Dave), Mountain Ranch, was born April 18, 1939, in Belle Fourche, SD, to George Burdette and Violet Margareet (Tope) Bean. They were cattle ranchers, and he learned at an early age to ride horses. Theirs was a minimal existence with no running water, no electricity, and certainly no telephone. He […]
