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LAKEPORT, Calif. – Janel Marie Chapman of Lakeport California lost her valiant fight to cancer on December 27, 2015.
She was born in Lakeport, Calif., on November 28, 1959.
She graduated from Clear Lake High School in Lakeport in 1978 and Heald Business College in 1979.
After 10 years of working at the Lake County Office of Education, Janel opened Mendo-Lake Paralegals and began teaching at Mendocino Community College. She continued these positions, as well as serving as the Lakeport City Clerk, until shortly before her death.
Music was Janel’s passion and source of comfort in her final days. She sang with a local band, Public Nuisance, for several years.
Janel was very civic-minded. She was a lifetime member of Lakeport Rotary (including being secretary/treasurer of the Every 15 Minutes Program). She was a board member of Big Brothers and Sisters, AWARE and Lakeport Main Street Association.
Janel was preceded in death by her father, George Chapman.
She is survived by her mother, Arleen Chapman, and her sister, Michele Chapman, both of Lakeport; her brother, Wayne Chapman, and his wife, Lisa (Chowchilla).
Janel’s four nieces had a special place in her heart: Danielle Chapman (Chowchilla), Nicole Wells and Sammie Chapman (San Diego), and Brianna Chapman (Long Beach).
A private service for the family will be held on Jan. 30.
A celebration of life will be held on May 14, at the gazebo in Library Park.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Lakeport Rotary or Lakeport Main Street Association for a memorial lamppost.
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Steven Peck, DDS
May 30, 1924 – Dec. 19, 2015
LAKE COUNTY, Calif. – Steve passed gently at home surrounded by family and friends.
He leaves behind his loving wife of 35 years, and best friend, Florence Peck; his children, April Scott, Steven Peck, Hunter Alexander and Sheralyn Riewerts; their spouses and eight grandchildren; and, of course, his beloved Boston Terrier, Barney Googles.
Steve had many successes and full chapters in his life: 25 years in dentistry both in private practice and while serving as a lieutenant in the U.S. Navy; gentleman farmer (vineyards and citrus orchards); Enrolled Agent and bookstore owner.
He enjoyed an array of activities over the years; handball and racquetball; hiking the Pacific Coast Trail with his son; bowling leagues; competing in Senior Track until the age of 70; stamp collecting and boating.
Son of Charles and Ada Lauppe, born and raised in Carmichael, Calif; the Lauppe/Peck lineage runs over a century deep in Sacramento County.
In his 91 years his life took him to San Jose, Pleasanton, Danville and then retiring to Lake County in 1989 (Kelseyville and Lakeport).
He and Florence married in Clearlake Park at the family waterfront cabin in 1981. Here at the lake he was known by many as president of the Lake County Stamp and Coin Club and owner/operator of Vintage Books.
No services will be held. Instead the family will hold a celebration of life memorial on his birthday.
The family suggests donations be made to the Kelseyville High School Track and Field program in his memory. Steve was always strong supporter of youth athletic programs, attending his grandchildren’s sporting events as often as possible.
His family lovingly deemed him the “The Voice of Reason.” Everyone will remember him as a man of character, a true old fashion gentleman and for his devotion to family.
He will forever be loved and treasured by all those who knew him.
Arrangements by Chapel of the Lakes Mortuary, 707-263-0357 or 707-994-5611, or visit www.chapelofthelakes.com .
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Edward John Brennan
June 23, 1942 – Dec. 24, 2015
LAKE COUNTY, Calif. – Ed was born in San Francisco, Calif., on June 23, 1942.
He attended Riordan High School, was with the Army for two years, and had a career as a telephone lineman with AT&T. He has also lived in Daly City, Marin County, and then retired in Lake County.
Some of the things Ed enjoyed were watching motor sports events, home improvement projects, and working on cars.
He is the third child and only son of Edward and Alice Brennan and is survived by his sisters Joan Kirby (late husband Gordon), and Barbara Brennan. He is also survived by his two sons, Alfie Jay, and John Edward (wife Emy). He has two grandchildren, Miguel and Leilani, along with nephews Michael, Kevin, Peter, and Robert.
Private funeral services will be held.
Arrangements by Chapel of the Lakes Mortuary, 707-263-0357 or 707-994-5611, or visit www.chapelofthelakes.com .
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