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LAKE COUNTY, Calif. — It's with great sadness that we announce that John Herbert Davis, beloved father, husband, “papa,” son, uncle and friend passed away peacefully on March 23, 2025.
Born in Lakeport, California, on Sept. 30, 1948, and raised in Kelseyville and Finley, John lived a full life and took tremendous pride in his military service, his family and his roofing business.
He was born to Lola and John Davis as one of 10 children, and in 1967 joined the Army where he proudly served his country with honor and dedication as a combat engineer in Vietnam. He served alongside many other brave people he could call friends and has undoubtedly reunited on the other side with his true friend and "brother" Wayne Mullinix whose passing left a devastating impact on him.
John opened and ran his own roofing company called Davis Roofing for 25 years with his wife Debra, where he took great pride in his workmanship. His employees affectionately nicknamed him The GOR (God of Roofing). Those who got a new roof by him got a quality one they could trust was completed with genuine skill, craftsmanship and pride. If it was a roof done by him then he wanted it done right. He loved what he did and worked hard every day to support his family.
John is survived by his wife, Debra; daughters, Sandy (Dan) Johnson, Sarah Davis, Rachel (Nate) Thomas and Katie (Juan) Salguero; and sons, John (Wendy) Davis and Josh Davis.
He is also survived by his many grandchildren: Jacob, Rebecca, Cassandra, Cole, Hunter, Grace, Lola, Briley, Salomon, Nando and Erza; as well as siblings Buddy Davis, Leonard Davis, and Betty (Don) Harr. John also has many nieces, nephews, cousins, in-laws and friends that he sadly leaves behind.
John was predeceased by his parents Lola and John Davis, as well as brothers Kenneth, Bobby, Billy, Jerry, James and Frank.
John's life was defined by his love for his family and his passions. He loved fishing, camping, reading and was an avid sports lover who supported his children and grandchildren in all arenas and often bragged about them all to whomever would listen. His presence at family gatherings and sporting events will be greatly missed. He never missed a Giants or Niners game, even if it meant catching it on the am radio.
John, having been born and raised in Lake County, went on to raise his own family in Kelseyville. He never met a stranger and seemed to know people everywhere he went. He lived life to its fullest and his warmth, humor and strength will live on in all those whose lives he touched.
A celebration of life will be held at the Clear Lake Grange #680 at 1510 Big Valley Road in Finley at 1 p.m. on June 7, 2025. In lieu of flowers, the family encourages donations be made to a veteran's charity or organization in his honor.
We miss you terribly Dad, but we know you're with us always and forever, until we meet again.
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LAKE COUNTY, Calif. — Our dearly beloved Charles Lee Gitchell Sr. passed away peacefully in the comfort of his home in Lakeport, California, on Nov. 20, 2024.
He was born on July 6, 1939, in Colorado to his parents John "Jack" William Gitchell and Lillie Grace Hamilton (Gitchell). He was one of 12 siblings.
There must have been a great reunion as he joined with loved ones awaiting him. He was predeceased by his grandparents, parents, one son, Dale Charles Gitchell; brothers, Lynn, John, Frank, and Roger; sisters, Mable and Lillie.
Charles is survived by his loving wife, Donna Wright (Gitchell); brothers, Michael and Curtis; sisters, Ellen, Barbara and Linda; children, Dawn, Robin, Charles Jr. and Sandra; grandchildren, Larry, Royce, Erik, Thomas, Joseph, Vance, Christopher, Mary, Alexandra, Ammon, Natalie and Samantha; seven great-grandchildren; and many cousins, nieces and nephews.
Charles had a deep love for all of his family and has been well known among his many friends to be very caring and giving and always ready to lend a helping hand. He would often use his expertise of loading trucks and tying off loads to help friends and neighbors who were moving. He has directed the safe loading of large pianos onto U-Haul trucks.
He loved visiting family and friends and attending many social events. He especially loved attending local Native American events and being involved in the gathering and preparation of traditional material used by the Pomo Indian tribes in basket making and even learned to make the baskets.
He loved working in his yard, as well as making things with his hands to give away and make people happy.
He worked in many various industries, logging, saw mills, fishing, agriculture dairy, construction labor and much more.
He enjoyed having fun with his family camping, fishing, cutting firewood, going to the ocean, playing cards and board games, his favorite was chess, watching sci-fi movies, working in the yard and most anything that the family could do together.
We wish to invite all to a celebration of life for Charles to be held on Saturday, April 19, at 11 a.m. at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 600 16th St. in Lakeport.
Arrangements by Chapel of the Lakes Mortuary, 707-263-0357 or 707-994-5611, or visit www.chapelofthelakes.com.
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KELSEYVILLE, Calif. — Patrick Larsen, 76, of Kelseyville passed away peacefully on March 7, 2025.
He was born on Dec. 8, 1948, in Long Beach, California.
Patrick was known for his kindness, generosity and compassion, leaving a lasting impact on everyone who had the privilege of knowing him.
His warmth, humor and dedication to others touched countless lives, and he will be deeply missed by his family, friends, and community.
Patrick was a proud businessman and a well-respected member of the Lakeport and Kelseyville communities.
In 1977, he opened Lake Off Road Center, which he later grew into a larger operation, rebranding it as Royal Automotive in 1989.
After running the business for many years, Patrick sold it to Hector Martinez in 2015. He was immensely proud of Hector and grateful for the care and dedication he showed in continuing the legacy of the business they had built together.
Beyond his business success, Patrick found joy in the great outdoors, particularly through four-wheeling, camping and riding his Harley Davidson motorcycles. His passion for adventure and the open road was only matched by his love for his family.
Pat is survived by his daughter, Heather Koschik, and son-in-law, Jason Koschik; his son, Erick Larsen, and daughter-in-law, Ingrid Larsen; his cherished grandchildren, Emma Larsen, Chase Larsen, Dutch Koschik and Wade Koschik; his brothers, Kit Larsen and Leif Larsen; his sister-in-laws, Chris and Sherri Larsen; his niece, Dena Larsen Gazely; and his nephews, Troy and Nicholas Larsen.
A celebration of life will be held on May 10 at the Lakeport Senior Center, 527 Konocti Ave., Lakeport.
Lunch will be served at 1 p.m. and there will be beverages and an open mic for anyone wishing to share their memories of Patrick.
Patrick's legacy of kindness, hard work, and love for his family and friends will live on in all who knew him. May he rest in peace.