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- Written by: Lake County News Reports
LAKE COUNTY, Calif. – Carolyn Louise Browning was born on June 21, 1932, in Grand Island, Nebraska and passed away peacefully, on Feb. 19, 2026, after a very brief illness.
She was the daughter of Daniel Glen Cordell and Mary Margaret Griffis. After moving several times as a child, she ended up in Lakeport, California, as a junior at Clear Lake High School. Her father, Rev. D. Glen Cordell was called to serve at the Presbyterian Church of Lakeport. Clear Lake High School is where Louise met Donald Browning, her future husband.
Louise attended nursing school in Spokane, Washington, and became a registered nurse. In the meantime, Donald was working on becoming a physician. Donald and Louise were sweethearts attending different schools, until they married in 1954 in Madera, California. They celebrated 71 years of marriage together before Donald’s passing in June of 2025.
As Donald was finishing his medical school at UCSF, Louise worked as an RN. Two years later they had their first son, David. During Donald’s residency and a three-year service in the U.S. Army, they had two more children, Mark and Steven.
Don and Louise returned to Lakeport, California, where they had their fourth child, Karen. It was in Lakeport that Donald became a local physician, and Louise supported him throughout his career while raising their four children.
Louise was a devoted mother. She volunteered in many of the organizations which her children participated in – Cub Scouts, Boy Scouts, 4-H, Girl Scouts and PTA to name a few. She also drove the kids on numerous school field trips, swim meets and baseball games.
Louise was a loving, giving mother, always ready to support each child in their personal endeavors. The Browning house also became a hub for neighbor kids after school and during the summer.
Louise was a devout Christian who was active in the church. She was a Sunday school teacher for many years and participated in Vacation Bible School for many summers. She served wherever she was needed including on several committees at United Christian Parish.
Louise enjoyed Sunday church services and church activities, reading mystery books, traveling with Don, needlepoint and gardening. She was co-owner of the Agape Bible Book Store in Lakeport that provided a local source of bibles and religious books and items. She also volunteered at Sutter Lakeside gift shop. Later in life she enjoyed watching sports with Don, especially Giant’s baseball.
Louise was predeceased by her parents; her beloved husband, Donald, who passed away seven months earlier; their son, Steven; and her older sister, Phyllis.
She is survived by her sons, David Browning and his wife, Peggy; Mark Browning and his wife, Emmy; daughter, Karen Immekus, and her husband, Dale; three grandsons, Daniel and Ben Browning and Marcus Anderson; and great-grandchildren, AJ, Lucy, Vincent, Gwendolyn and Otis.
She is also survived by her brother, Jim Cordell and his wife, Susan; their son, Glen Cordell; great niece, Emmary; great nephew, Mitchell; brother-in-law, Vern Hough; and niece, Sheri Hough and husband, Christian Coseru.
A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, March 21, at United Christian Parish in Lakeport at 11:30 a.m.
Louise’s legacy lives on in the family she nurtured, the memories she created, and being a shining example of Christ’s love which she gave so freely.
Arrangements by Chapel of the Lakes Mortuary, 707-263-0357 or 707-994-5611, or visit chapelofthelakes.com.
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Austin Frederick Pullman, 43, of Middletown, California, passed away due to injuries sustained in an automobile accident while at work in Glasgow, Montana.
Austin was born on May 30, 1982 in Carson City, Nevada, to Bryan and Gayle Pullman.
He graduated from Middletown High School where he was an outstanding athlete in football and basketball. He attended school in Middletown his entire life. Immediately upon graduation he started working for Calpine Corp. at the Geysers until changing over to the Northern California Power Agency, also at the Geysers, in 2011.
Above all, Austin will be remembered as a devoted husband and father. In 2009 Austin married Lindsey Corsetti and they built a loving and committed life together. They had a very strong marriage, becoming inseparable until his passing.
He was the father of three sons, Wyatt, Blake and Hank, and they are growing up to be fine young men and are a reflection of their father in looks and demeanor.
Austin is survived by his loving wife, Lindsey; and his fine sons, Wyatt, 16, Blake, 13, and Hank, 12.
Austin is also survived by his parents, Bryan and Gayle Pullman; his brother, Drew and wife Audrey Pullman and their children, Dilly, Tristin, Sawyer, Killian and Behr; his brother, Jake and wife Andrea Pullman and their children, Jamie and Jacob. He is also survived by his sister, Laurisa and her husband Keven Landman and their two children, Kyle and Bryan. He is survived by his in-laws, Rich and Lisa Corsetti, and their children. Austin is also survived by many aunts, uncles and cousins.
A year ago Austin moved with his wife and family to the south. He recently took a job at Fort Peck, Montana, where he was overhauling the hydro plant. On their way from Tennessee to Montana they fulfilled a lifelong desire of Austin’s, which was to visit Mount Rushmore.
At Fort Peck, he was inspired by the sheer size of the equipment he was working on and impressed that this was all built about 100 years ago. It was at this job that he lost his life.
Austin will be remembered for his sense of humor, his love for all of his family and for his general happy outlook on life.
He also will be remembered for his large size and strength, both physical and character. At 6’ 5” plus, he could darken a doorway. He was hardworking and helpful, both at work and at home.
Austin will be missed by all who knew and loved him!
A celebration of life will be held at 11 a.m. Feb. 28 in the Tallman Gym at Middletown High School, 20932 Big Canyon Road.
A GoFundMe account has been set up to help his wife and children.
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LAKE COUNTY, Calif. – Ray Pato, a beloved husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather, was called home to heaven on Nov. 22, 2025, at the age of 85.
He passed peacefully, surrounded by the love of his family: his devoted wife, Fran, and his children, Rufino and Anita.
Ray's life was defined by kindness, patience and joy. He never raised his voice nor lost his temper, and his steady support and pride in his family were constants throughout his life.
He had a deep affection for animals of every kind and found happiness in simple pleasures – boating, fishing and never passing up the chance to dance.
For most of their married life, Ray and Fran worked side by side, successfully running their janitorial business with dedication and importance.
Ray and Fran shared nearly 61 years of marriage, a testament to their enduring devotion and love. Together, they built a family rooted in warmth, generosity and care.
Ray leaves behind his wife, Fran; his children, Rufino and Anita; two cherished granddaughters, Christina and Nicole; and five adored great-grandchildren, Justin, Jace, Amelia, Olivia and Hudson, each of whom carries forward his legacy of love.
Though his passing leaves an empty space in the hearts of those who loved him, Ray's spirit continues to guide them. His life reminds us to hold our loved ones close, to say "I love you" often, to give generously to our communities, and to strive always to be good human beings.
A private celebration of life was held with immediate family to honor Ray, who blessed those around him with love, laughter and cherished memories every single day.
Arrangements by Chapel of the Lakes Mortuary, 707-263-0357 or 707-994-5611, or visit www.chapelofthelakes.com.