NORTHERN CALIFORNIA – Father, son and brother passed away on Nov. 25, 2015, at Queen of the Valley Hospital in Napa.

John was born Feb. 25, 1961, in Arcata, Calif., was raised in Orick and graduated from McKinleyville High School in 1979.

His family moved to Clearlake in 1979 and John went to work for Mt. Konocti Growers in Kelseyville for more than 20 years before getting his commercial drivers license and moving to Aberdeen, Wash.

Later John moved back to Arcata and drove chip truck for Bettendorf Trucking. He had a triple bypass in 2009 and had been unable to return to work.

John leaves behind his son, Johnny Mahoney Jr.; his mother, Barbara Mahoney; sister, JoAnna Mahoney-Schleif; nephew, Walker Schleif; his Aunt Pat and Aunt Nancy. He also leaves behind his grade school friend, Rodney Baker from Orick, and many cousins and friends.

John was buried at OceanView Cemetery in Eureka, near his father Jim and brother Jerry, grandparents, and an aunt and uncle.

A memorial will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 20, at Danny Bishop's home, 15823 Lawrence Road in Lower Lake.

Friends and family are welcome, bring your stories to share. Come and celebrate John's life.

John will be dearly missed by everyone who knew him.

Bernice Marilyn Hudson
Dec. 10, 1931-Feb. 16, 2016

LAKE COUNTY, Calif. – Bernice Marilyn Hudson, 84, returned to her heavenly home on Feb. 16, 2016, after a brief battle with illness.

Her devotion to her family and her firm belief in God supported her in her struggle and ultimately gave her peace.

Bernice was born to the late Martin Reidenbach and Minnie Vienop, in Napa, Calif., on Dec 10, 1931.

She was immersed and an active part of the Lake County community for 58 years. She was a good Christian, amazing mom and grandma – to all the children in her life, a faithful friend and coworker.

Bernice was born and raised in Napa where she met her former husband and worked several years at the Veteran’s Home before heading off to Texas for a few years.

Bernice returned to California and moved to Lake County in 1957 where she lived out her life.

Bernice had a day care in her home for many years. In the early 1970s Bernice was elected as the city clerk for the city of Lakeport where she worked 23 years until her retirement. She loved her job as the city clerk, working with so many wonderful people over the years.

She had a passion for gardening and working in the yard, she even worked in her children’s yards. She was an avid bowler for many years, going back to the old Lakeshore bowling alley.

Bernice was a huge sports fan – football, baseball, golf, tennis – and look out if her team or sportsperson lost.

Bernice touched many a life during her time on this Earth and you all know who you are. She was our angel here on Earth. She will be truly be missed by all who knew her. 

Bernice is survived by her daughter, Nancy; and her son Steve; her grandson, Kory; and granddaughter Brianna (Jonelle Sornes, mom)

Bernice’s services will be held at First Lutheran Church, 3863 Country Club Dr. in Lucerne at 11 a.m. Feb. 26, followed by her burial at Hartley Cemetery, 2552 Hill Road East in Lakeport at 1 p.m.

There will be a reception following her burial at The Elks Lodge, 3775 Lakeshore Blvd., Lakeport.

Pastor Chris DelCol will officiate the services.

The family gratefully declines flowers, but asks that you please make your donations to the First Lutheran Church, P.O. Box 458, Lucerne, CA. 95458.

Arrangements entrusted to Jones Mortuary, www.jonesmortuary.com , FD311, Lakeport, Calif.

LAKE COUNTY, Calif. – Ruthanak Nelson, age 36, entered into rest on Thursday, Feb. 11, 2016.

A native of Phnom Penh, Cambodia, Nuk, as she was affectionately known, was a resident of Lake County for four years. She served her country and was a combat medic in the US Army.

Ruthanak is survived by her loving husband, Dale Nelson; son, Scott Nelson; father, Mang Ung; and mother, Channary Ung, all of Clearlake; along with brother, Sokhamony Ung, and sister, Ruthavy Racek, both of Minneapolis, Minn.; and her beloved dogs Tank, Shaggy and service dog Cato.

Arrangements are under the care of Jones & Lewis Clear Lake Memorial Chapel.

Please share your loving memories of Ruthanak by signing her online guest book at www.jonesandlewis.com and www.legacy.com .

LAKE COUNTY, Calif. – Dennis Eugene Nell entered into rest in Saint Helena on Thursday, Feb. 4, 2016, at the age of 66.

Born in Kewanee, Illinois, he was a resident of Lake County for 37 years and was formerly from Anaheim, Calif.

Dennis served his country and served two years in the US Army in Vietnam.

He was a loving father. He worked as a driller in the oil and steam rigs for many years.

Dennis is survived by his daughters, JoAnn Nell of Lower Lake, Calif., Celeste Hamp of Flint, MI, and Jamie Fielden of Clearlake, Calif.; and sons, John Nell and Tony Kelly, both of Clearlake. Dennis is also survived by five grandchildren.

Friends and family are warmly invited to attend a memorial service on Saturday, Feb. 20, beginning at 1 p.m. at the American Legion Konocti Post 437, 14770 Austin Road, Clearlake.

Dennis’ family would appreciate memorial donations be made to St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital, 311 California St., No. 650, San Francisco, CA 94104.

Arrangements under the care of Jones & Lewis Clear Lake Memorial Chapel.

Please share your loving thoughts of Dennis by signing his online guestbook at www.jonesandlewis.com and www.legacy.com .

LAKE COUNTY, Calif. – Joquetta Montaz Eagle, a longtime resident of the Clearlake area, passed away on Friday, Feb. 5, 2016, at her home, surrounded by her daughter Tammy and two granddaughters, Samantha and Whitney.

Joquetta was born on Nov. 1, 1939, in Percy, Okla.

She is survived by her two daughters; three sons; two daughters-in-law; one son-in-law; grandchildren, Johnathan, Troy, Trina, Travis, Amber, Nattie, Samantha, Victorie, Justin and Tyler; great-grandchildren, Daniel, Isiah, Zackery, little Trina, little Wess, Maddie, Stormy, Bella, Ryder, Logan, Gunner, Elizabeth and James.

She was preceded in death by her son, Terrance; husband of 57 years, Elmer; and granddaughter, Tanya.

Friends and family are warmly invited to attend a memorial service on Sunday, Feb. 21, beginning at noon at Anderson Marsh in Lower Lake. This will be a potluck memorial so bring your favorite dish to share in memory of Joquetta.

Arrangements under the care of Jones & Lewis Clear Lake Memorial Chapel.

Please share your loving memories of Joquetta by signing her online guest book at www.jonesandlewis.com and www.legacy.com .

LAKE COUNTY, Calif. – Bette passed away on February 8, 2016, at the age of 91.

She was a longtime resident of Lakeport, having moved here with her family from Michigan in 1955. 

She worked for many years for the Lake County Title Co. and the Lake County Tax Collector's Office.

Always and foremost was her family, following their sports and interests closely.

She was a member of the Presbyterian Church and later joined United Christian Parish.

She is survived by her daughter, Connie (Robert) Crone, and son, Fred (Michelle) Figg; granddaughters, Holly Dinsdale and Stefanie (Adam) Howarth; grandson, Brian (Mandy) Figg; great-grandchildren, Megan Thor, Hamish and Bailey Dinsdale, Max and Mason Howarth; great-great-grandson, Mark Porterfield; stepchildren, Lee Garrison, Mel Garrison, Connie Sims and Peggy Tanner; and many nieces and nephews.

At her request there will be no service. A celebration of life will be held sometime in June.

Donations in her memory may be made to Westside Community Park, 1350 Berry St., Lakeport, CA 95453.

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