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Victor was born on Oct. 28, 1935, in North Beach, San Francisco to parents, Vito and Jennie (Russo) Bologna.
He left behind his daughter, Vicky (Bologna) Magill, Lakeport; grandsons, Jesse Magill, Bethel Springs, Tennessee, and Tony Torrigino, Lucerne; son-in-law, Steve Torrigino, Lucerne; sister-in-law, Carol (Bixler) Bologna, Novato; nephew, Joe Bologna Jr., Hidden Valley Lake; nieces, DeAnn Bologna, Vallejo and Michelle Bologna, Michigan; lots of cousins, great nieces and nephews, good friend and fellow pilot, Gordon Dupree (Susie), San Rafael; and his devoted dog Rosie.
He is predeceased by his wife, Judy Bologna (April 6, 2021); daughter, Wendy (Bologna) Torrigino, Lucerne; brother, Joseph Bologna, Novato; son-in-Law, Blyine Magill, Poplar Bluff, Missouri.
Victor attended Galileo High School then joined the National Guard, 271st Missile Battalion from 1954 to 1961.
He married his wife, Judy, and they moved to San Anselmo, in 1968 where they raised their daughters.
They had a summer home in Lake County that the whole family enjoyed, lots of days on the water boating, water skiing, fishing and barbecues and eventually retired there.
Victor had owned a few service stations and a restaurant in San Francisco in his early days. He was a mechanic all his life. He always had hot rod cars, fast boats and motorcycles but his biggest passion was building and flying Ultralight Planes. The man loved to fly.
Vic always put his family first, he was a devoted husband, loving father, grandfather and always eager to help his friends. He was the man you could always count on. He had a great sense of humor and would give you a hard time, if he wasn’t, well that just meant he didn’t like you. You always knew where you stood with him.
Interment took place at the Upper Lake Cemetery.
Arrangements by Chapel of the Lakes Mortuary, 707-263-0357 or 707-994-5611, or visit www.chapelofthelakes.com.
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LAKE COUNTY, Calif. — A well-loved and respected life-long member of the Lower Lake community, Phil was called home on Dec. 19, 2024.
Born Oct. 7, 1937, in San Francisco (as there were no hospitals in Lake County at the time), and baptized at the Lower Lake Community Methodist Church, Phil lived a life filled with love, laughter and generosity.
Raised on the family ranch in Lower Lake, Phil’s life story is a testament to his hard work, kindness and unwavering devotion to his family. He spent his time on this earth taking care of the land and preserving the family farming legacy. The Adamson Ranch, founded in 1880, is still in operation today.
Over the years, Phil worked the ranch with his mother Luella Adamson, siblings Mary Jean Cremer and John Adamson, brother-in-law John Cremer and nephew Russell Cremer.
After graduating from Lower Lake Union High School in 1955, Phil began working at his cousin Don Parker’s service station. He eventually started his own business, Clearlake Tire, with Howard Wolfgram. The partnership continued until Howard retired and Phil’s longtime friend Ken Shaul took over.
Phil later began a new career for Epidendio Construction, where he drove truck and operated heavy equipment for an impressive 34 years before retiring. He was known affectionately for his humorous nicknames and practical jokes.
Shortly after high school, one of his best buddies, Lorn Fredericksen, introduced Phil to his sister, Crystal. Phil and Crystal married in the local Methodist Church on March 21, 1959. They resided on the family ranch and welcomed daughter Karen in late 1960. As his only child, Phil was especially proud and supportive of her. He was also blessed with a granddaughter, Grace, in 1999. Grandpa adored little Grace — the world stopped when she came to town.
Phil was a generous supporter of his community. He was a long-time member of the Lower Lake Volunteer Fire Department where he served as a firefighter, engineer and fire board commissioner.
Eventually, Phil proudly served many years as chief of the department and loved telling stories about his great team members. He also volunteered in youth sports, managing little league baseball teams and umpiring games for both youth and high school teams. He was especially fond of his time serving as manager of the Standard Oil team with his business partner Ken Shaul as coach.
When Lower Lake High School coaches had a wild idea for a fundraising event, Phil was more than happy to help by providing the Adamson Ranch as the venue (and himself as the emcee) for the now legendary Cow Chip Bingo. Phil was also a 50-year member of the Native Sons of the Golden West and the Elks Lodge.
With his wit and love of the old days, Phil perfected the art of storytelling over the years. He kept history alive with tales about family members, friends, the ranch, learning to farm and many other moments of his life. His love for off-roading, camping, hunting and fishing with those close to him provided much of the humorous source material for this favorite pastime.
Phil is survived by daughter, Karen Suenram and her husband, Darrell; granddaughter, Grace Suenram; nephews and nieces, Russell Cremer and his wife Joan, Sandra McCosker and her husband Neil, Gary Fredericksen and his wife Shelly, and Kelly Valine; and many grand-nieces, grand-nephews and cousins. He also had countless co-workers and friends around Lower Lake who affectionately called him “Uncle Phil.”
He will be deeply missed by everyone who knew him.
Phil was predeceased by his parents, Russell and Luella Adamson; wife, Crystal; sisters, Mary Jean Cremer and Rita Poutre; brother, John Adamson; brother-in-law, Lorn Fredericksen; sister-in-law, Elaine Little; and grand-nephew, Greg McCosker.
A celebration of life will be held at The Brick Hall in Lower Lake on Saturday, Jan. 11, 2025, at noon. Family and friends are welcome to come and share stories, celebrate his memory and support one another.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the Lower Lake Historic Schoolhouse Museum.
Phil will be deeply missed, but he will always be remembered for his spirit, community service, sense of humor and the laughter he brought to everyone around him.
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LAKE COUNTY, Calif. — Jesse Alen Cowan was born on June 24, 1987, to Rebekah (Cowan) Sharp in Ukiah, California.
Over the years, Jesse had various jobs including bartending, security, appliance installation, and his most recent job as a maintenance technician. He loved working with his hands.
On Monday, Sept. 30, 2024, Jesse unexpectedly departed this life at the early age of 37. He leaves to cherish his memory his wife, Tiffany, the mother of his youngest son, Jamahl Cowan; his daughter, Adrianna and son, Damian Cowan and their mother, Sylvia; his parents, Rebekah and Gregory Sharp; his grandparents, Pamela Landrum and Perry Cowan; a host of aunts, uncles, cousins, friends; and his puppy, Rainey.
Jesse was a loving and faithful father to his three children and he loved them with all of his heart and soul. He was a loyal friend who was always there for you in time of need, no questions asked. He had a way of seeing the best in everyone. He was a peacemaker and an overcomer with a heart of gold. He could light up a room with his smile and laughter.
Jesse loved spending quality time with his family and friends. It was very important to him and brought him peace and happiness. He loved our family camping trips, fishing, kayaking, riding his motorcycle and he had a great talent for making music and videos. The ocean and forest were his favorite places to spend time.
He was a hardworking man and loved unconditionally. His parents couldn’t be more proud of him.
Jesse loved Jesus. We know he is in heaven watching over us. He will be forever deeply missed in our lives. There is a huge empty space without him here. He is forever with us in our hearts and souls. Until we see him again.
Arrangements by Chapel of the Lakes Mortuary, 707-263-0357 or 707-994-5611, or visit www.chapelofthelakes.com.
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