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LAKE COUNTY, Calif. – Edward Anthony Nigrelli Sr., born March 28, 1925, passed away on the evening of Feb. 17, 2016.
He was the oldest son of Sam and Gussy Nigrelli of Westerly, Rhode Island.
Ed served his country proudly in World War II as a member of the United States Navy, service #205-3590.
He saw action in both the European and Asian theaters as a crew member on the USS Landsdale (DD426), USS Schmitt (DE-676) and USS Auman (APD-117), respectively.
He was awarded the American Area Ribbon, World War II Victory Medal, Pacific Asiatic Area Ribbon, European African Area Ribbon and the Good Conduct Medal.
After the war, Ed played guitar and sang country music at some of the honky-tonks in the New England area. He garnered the notice of RCA record executive Steve Sholes and went on to record 18 songs under the stage name of Eddie Marshall.
In 1952, he decided family was more important than the rigors of touring and he stepped away from music to be a husband and father and pursue a career in the carpentry trade.
In 1962 the family packed up the station wagon and, with less than $200 and the promise of one week’s work, moved to San Jose, Calif. He built his reputation as a carpenter, eventually becoming the senior business representative for the Carpenters’ Union, Local 316.
Ed retired in 1987, relocating to Clearlake Oaks, Calif. It is here he would spend the remainder of his days tinkering in his beloved workshop and telling the most wonderful tales of a lifetime filled with accomplishment.
Ed was a wonderful husband, father, grandfather and friend; he will be deeply missed.
He is survived by his brother, Sam Nigrelli Jr. of Westerly, Rhode Island, his wife Joyce and their six children; 14 grandchildren; and 11 great grandchildren.
The world has lost, and Heaven has gained, a man of real honor and integrity. May Heaven revel in his intelligence, wit and song.
Graveside services, with military honors, will be held at Sacramento Valley National Cemetery, 5810 Midway Road, Dixon on Friday, Feb. 26, beginning at 11 a.m.
Arrangements under the direction of Jones & Lewis Clear Lake Memorial Chapel FD 800, Lower Lake.
Please share your loving memories of Edward by signing his online guest book at www.jonesandlewis.com .
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Jerry Lynn “Penguin” Standridge passed away on Feb. 13, 2016, at the age of 61.
He was born on Wednesday, March 24, 1954, to John Lee and Lula Mae Lewis Standridge in Mena, Ark.
He lived in Lake County for 29 years and just two weeks prior to his passing had moved back to Arkansas from the town of Nice, Calif., to spend his final moments in the Mena, Ark., family home surrounded by the love of his family.
Jerry was compassionate, forgiving and good-natured. He was a man who always enjoyed life, staying active and enjoyed playing games of chance, whether it was putting jigsaw puzzles together, betting on the horses, playing Yahtzee, or going to the casino. His love of “Rock N Roll” music was intoxicating and always loud even in his final days.
In his younger days Jerry narrowly survived a motorcycle accident that left him with limited mobility and strength. However, you never heard him complain about his physical disability and “handicapped” was never a word in his vocabulary.
When a total stranger needed help to carry heavy groceries to her vehicle he was always lending a hand and assisting others and opening his home to help people “down on their luck.” He was always a true gentleman with a big heart. He was loved by many in Lake County.
Jerry was a loving brother, uncle and friend, and will be missed by all who knew him.
Jerry is survived by his two brothers, Ronald Standridge and Robert Standridge, and two sisters, Sarah Weber and Brenda (Gene) Wilson, all of Mena, Ark.; nieces and nephews, Lisa, Kristie, Melissa, Leilani, Jennifer, Desiree, John, Shannon, April and J.C.; several great nieces and nephews, Sarah, James, Carrie, Timothy, Dane, Kendyl, Orion, Hannah, Kaden, Jeremiah, Kory, Kristopher, Dylan and Kamiyah; one great-great niece, Angelica; and a host of other relatives and many lifelong friends.
Graveside services were held on Sunday. Feb. 14, at the Hillside Cemetery in Sulphur Springs, Ark. As was Jerry’s final wish he was laid to rest beside his mother and father, John and Lula Standridge.
Please share a thought or memory by signing his online guestbook at www.bowserffh.com .
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LAKE COUNTY, Calif. – Forrest Arthur Borghesani, 83, passed away peacefully on Feb. 16, 2016, after a long illness.
Forrest was born in Lafayette, Calif., to parents Lou and Babe Borghesani. He attended Acalanes High School and then college at U.C. Berkeley.
In 1956 he moved to Kelseyville to help his father Lou and brother, Bob, open the Kelseyville Lumber Yard. After several years he left the family business to become a Realtor. He sold many homes in Lake County, and also worked on large land projects in both California and Texas.
He married his wife Beverly in 1958. They were married for almost 40 years until her death in 1996. Forrest was never happier than when he was behind the wheel, traveling new roads and new country. He and Bev had many great adventures throughout the United States, Canada and Mexico.
After Beverly’s death, Forrest’s life was forever changed. He found comfort in his friends and family, as well as his constant canine companion, Smokey.
Forrest leaves behind daughter, Cindy Bain; son-in-law, Bill Bain; beloved granddaughters, Megan and Katie McDonald; as well as many nieces and nephews.
Grave side services will be held at 2 p.m. Friday, Feb. 26, at Kelseyville Cemetery.
Arrangements by Chapel of the Lakes Mortuary, 707-263-0357 or 707-994-5611, or visit www.chapelofthelakes.com .
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