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LAKE COUNTY, Calif. – Dick passed April 25, 2015, age 95.
He was a devoted and loving husband and father.
His jovial nature and compassion for everyone made him an uncle to some, and grandfather to others.
Light-hearted, sweet and gentle, he will be deeply missed by anyone who had the pleasure of knowing him.
Cremation arrangements by Chapel of the Lakes Mortuary, telephone 707-263-0357 or 994-5611, or visit www.chapelofthelakes.com .
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WALTER GAEL LYON
Sept. 28, 1931 – April 17, 2015
KELSEYVILLE, Calif. – Walt Lyon of Kelseyville passed away April 17, 2015, after a short illness, surrounded by his treasured family.
He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Madelene; daughters, Kathy Windrem (Peter), Marie Kong (Tod) and Beth Keiffer (Bob); and sons, Thomas (Pam) and Jeffrey (Jayne). Also surviving are nine grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. He also leaves his sister, Carolyn Echols (John). His beloved Border Collie, Nell, misses the daily outings they had together.
Walt served as an Army officer both on active duty and as a reservist for more than 15 years, but his life's work was in agriculture.
He was a pioneer in the winegrape industry in Lake County, as a founding member of Konocti Winery and President of Lake County Vintners for 38 years.
He served as a board member of the California Association of Winegrape Growers and was a founding board member of the Lake County Winegrape Commission.
A graduate of UC Davis, he was dedicated to keeping up with the current developments and research related to agriculture.
A man of many interests, Walt pursued various and assorted hobbies, a few of which were reading, aviation, fishing, clock-making and astronomy.
His love of adventure and learning inspired world travel with family and friends. His true passion was Model A Fords, taking special pride in the restoration of the 1931 coupe purchased by his parents shortly before he was born.
Walt was always willing to lend a hand, whether you were a neighbor, fellow farmer or community member.
Walt gave generously of his time to Boy Scouts, Taylor Observatory, Kelseyville Food Pantry and other organizations. He enjoyed leading nature hikes on Mt. Konocti and Clear Lake State Park.
A celebration of life will be held on Sunday, May 3, at 3 p.m. at the pavilion in Clear Lake State Park, 5300 Soda Bay Road, Kelseyville.
For those wishing to attend, please bring a potluck dish, a folding chair and your memories of Walt to share.
In case of rain, the celebration will be held at the Holdenried Packing Shed on Benson Lane, Kelseyville.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to the Kelseyville Food Pantry, P.O. Box 310, Kelseyville, CA 95451 or Friends of Taylor Observatory, P.O. Box 538, Kelseyville, CA 95451.
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Wayah Uswi Blue Wolf
1976-2015
LAKE COUNTY, Calif. – Wayah Uswi Blue Wolf, beloved and beautiful son of James and Bernie BlueWolf, passed from this world on Wednesday, April 22, 2015.
Wayah suffered greatly in this world but had a loving and generous heart that always brought a smile to the faces of those who knew him.
He was a child of Lake County, growing to manhood and proudly seeing the birth of his children Travis Kane, Oh'shinnah and Takaela.
He is survived by his sisters, Ci-Wona BlueWolf and Akomachi (Kyle) Morrow; niece, Haley Campfield; nephews, Ryan Morrow, Adam Blaze BlueWolf and Jason Campfield Jr.; and many cousins, aunties, uncles, relatives and friends.
We pray for his easy journey along the Southern Path and his safe arrival in the next world. We know he will keep the fire for us until it is our time to join him. We are grateful for all who loved him and for the prayers and condolences offered to us.
For those who wish to say a final goodbye in this world, a visitation will be held at Chapel of the Lakes Mortuary 1625 North High Street Lakeport, CA on Sunday, April 26, from 10 a.m. to noon.
For all of our Native, natural and close family and friends there will be a passing ceremony for him at our ceremonial grounds. An announcement of that date will be posted on Facebook and passed by word of mouth.
We love you, Little Wolf, Always and Forever.
For further information contact Chapel of the Lakes Mortuary at 707-263-0357 or 707-994-5611 or visit www.chapelofthelakes.com .