LAKE COUNTY, Calif. – Anna Laura Burgoyne passed April 23, 2014, after a four-year courageous journey.

She continued to amaze all with her positive, F A, spiritual and magical ways.

She chose to travel this path with her husband, Richard; sons, Jeremy and Jesse; and grandsons, Zel and Seth.

Flowers are unnecessary; donations are appreciated.

Cremation arrangements by Chapel of the Lakes Mortuary – FD1336.

LAKEPORT, Calif. – Clarence Lagares, 90, of Lakeport passed peacefully surrounded by family and friends who loved him on April 20, 2014.

He was born in Berkeley, Calif., on Oct. 21, 1923, to Irene and Clarence Xenakis. His father passed away when he was young; he was lovingly raised by his mother and stepfather Thomas Lagares. Clarence was always proud of his Greek heritage.

He attended school in San Francisco, Calif., and learned to be a businessman from his “father” who owned a restaurant and bar. In his early 20s, Clarence went into partnership with him and they bought a grocery store.

In 1959 he married and had two children, Diana and Steven. In 1971 he moved to Lakeport and purchased the legendary Cottage Coffee Shop and raised his children as a devoted and loving single parent. He retired and sold the business in 1985.

Clarence loved the atmosphere of his restaurant. He loved the interactions he had with his customers and was always there to make sure everyone was satisfied with the food and service. No one left unhappy. His friendly and warm personality drew people to “The Cottage.” They always knew they would have a warm welcome and a great meal.

He gave many local kids their first job; they all have fond memories of Clarence and the Cottage Coffee Shop.

He will be greatly missed by friends and family. He especially liked telling jokes and handing out chocolate kisses to all of the ladies.

He is survived by his son Steven (Litza) Lagares, daughter Diana Boykin, his sister and niece, three grandchildren and his dog Baby.

Visitation will be held on Wednesday, April 30, 2014, at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Lakeport from 10 a.m. to noon, with funeral Mass to follow at noon.

A celebration of Clarence's life will be held from 2 to 5 p.m. at Clearlake Bed and Breakfast, 2 16th St. in Lakeport.

LAKE COUNTY, Calif. – Norma Bernice Webb, age 89, passed away on March 1, 2014, at 9:30 p.m.

She was born on May 11, 1924, in Antler, North Dakota.

Norma married her husband Hank Webb, a Marine, in Chicago, Illinois.

Hank returned from Korea in 1953 and they sold the soybean farm in Virginia and bought a small bar in Oakland where they lived for four years.

They moved to Lake County and raised their son, Michael.

Norma worked for Southern Pacific Railroad and Redbud Hospital.

She is survived by her sisters, Alice and Joyce; brothers, Glen, Dole and Gene; and many nieces and nephews in California, Oregon and North Dakota.

She is resting peacefully at last and she will be missed.

Bye, Mom, I love you.

Please sign Norma’s online guestbook at www.jonesandlewis.com and www.legacy.com .

Arrangements entrusted to the care of Jones & Lewis Clearlake Memorial Chapel in Lower Lake.

HIDDEN VALLEY LAKE, Calif. – Ruth Stafford, age 73, of Hidden Valley Lake passed away on April 25, 2014.

She was born on Jan. 18, 1941, in Franklin, Minn., to Alex and Thelma Barthel.

Ruth was a former resident of San Pablo, Calif., and has resided in Lake County for the last 24 years.

Ruth leaves her husband of 54 years, John Stafford of Hidden Valley Lake; daughter, Jeanette “Jan” Horn (Lindon) of San Pablo; son, John A. Stafford (Reatta) of Fairfield; and grandsons, Lindon Lee Horn Jr. of Concord, Kellen W. Horn of San Pablo, Kyle W. Stafford of Fairfield and Matthew Stafford of Fairfield.

A memorial service will be held at Jones & Lewis Clear Lake Memorial Chapel at 1 p.m. Saturday, May 3.

Please visit www.jonesandlewis.com to sign Ruth’s online guestbook.

KELSEYVILLE, Calif. – Clyde Allen Hough of Kelseyville entered into rest April 20, 2014 at the age of 76.

Beloved husband of Chris Hough. Loving father of Cynthia, Leslie and Eric; grandfather to Anthony, Nikki, Tamra and Erica. He also is survived by step-daughter, Heidi, and her children; and three great-grandchildren.

Allen grew up in Richmond, Calif., the only child of Emerson (Jack) and Louise Hough.

He worked for PG&E for 30 years as a welder. The last 10 years with PG&E he was in management at Diablo Nuclear Power plant.

When he retired he moved to Kelseyville, reminiscent of his fishing times with his father.

Allen was a man of integrity and wisdom. He loved his family and friends especially his best friend, Don. He enjoyed traveling, boating, exploring the back roads of Lake County and dancing. He had a great sense of humor and could tell the tallest tales to friends with a straight face.

He loved trying new adventures which included white water rafting, once pulling the guide, a priest and friend out of the boat with him as they went through the Idaho staircase rapids.

He could do anything with his hands, woodworks, building boat models and designing and rebuilding things.

Per Allen's request, there will be no memorial service.

A requiem Mass will be held for him in July at ECCO Church Camp in Oakhurst and his ashes will be dispersed in one of his favorite places, the ocean.

He will be greatly missed.

The family prefers any donations be made to Animal Rescue, SPCA, Clearlake, 8025 Highway 29, Kelseyville, CA 95451, telephone 707-995-2273.

Arrangements by Chapel of the Lakes Mortuary FD1336.

For further information call 707-263-0357 or 707-994-5611, or visit www.chapelofthelakes.com .

Robert (Bob) Henry Vollmer
10/22/1929 - 4/8/2014

Bob Vollmer lived a very exciting life and will be missed.

Bob was born and grew up in Omaha, Neb. He graduated from the University of Nebraska then went on to receive his master's degree in musical composition from Northwestern University.

Bob joined the Air Force in 1951 and was soon asked by General Norstadt (“God Is My Copilot”) to lead the entertainment of the troops in the Korean and European theater. His command brought him to many countries to the delight of all the troops.

After the war Bob went to work for NBC TV in Chicago, directing and producing many television shows and programs.

He also spent many years playing the piano at the finest hotels in San Francisco; including the Fairmont and the Mark Hopkins.

In later years Bob became active in donating time at the Lucerne Alpine Senior Center in Lucerne, Calif., and other senior activities. He entertained for special events and played for many of the lunch crowds.

Bob was an avid photographer and accomplished sailor. He owned a sailboat building company and spent years sailing around the Pacific Rim.

In Bob's later years he spent enjoying the company of Louise Talley and together traveling the Pacific Coast and volunteering for and promoting the M.I.N.D. Institute.

Bob will be greatly missed and always remembered.

Final arrangements by California Cremation Society.