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LAKE COUNTY, Calif. — Rosemary Catherine Watson, affectionately known by all as “Grammie,” passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on May 19, 2024, at UC Davis Medical Center.
She was born on Oct. 4, 1936, to Edward and Annie Cop, in San Francisco, California, where she grew up.
She met the love of her life, Lee Watson, and they married on Dec. 20, 1952, they were married
for 50 years prior to Lee’s passing.
They moved to Clearlake in 1962 to raise their family in a small town.
Lee and Rosemary had four children: Linda Brooks (Dave), Rich Watson (Karen), Cathy Long (Gary) and Leanne Watson.
They bought and ran Shaw’s Resort for many years. Lee and Rosemary opened Modern Mobile homes and then Modern RV. This business continued in the family for many years.
Rosemary worked for the Lake County Sheriff’s Department for many years. She also worked as a hairdresser at her in-home salon.
She loved traveling with her friends through the Elks Lodge and Moose Lodge, where they were avid members. She enjoyed camping until her late 70s.
Grammie loved going on cruises, her favorite being to Hawaii. She also enjoyed visiting with her friends, going to lunch, and having fun at the casino. She was a very fun, loving, and outgoing person.
She will be incredibly missed by all who were lucky enough to know her.
Grammie had seven grandchildren: David Brooks (Stacy), Kim Pesonen (Mike), Rich Watson
(Lorena), Chris Long (Charleen), Melissa Campbell (Ryan), Chelsea Long and Becki Moresi.
Grammie was so proud to have 16 great-grandchildren, who she loved more than anything.
She is preceded in death by her loving husband, Lee Watson; son Rich and daughter-in-law Karen Watson; and son-in-law Gary Long.
There will be a graveside service Friday, June 14, at 10 a.m. at the Lower Lake Cemetery.
There will be a reception following the service at Fultz Family Vineyards in Lower Lake; all who wish to attend are welcome to come to the service and reception.
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Robert Charles Malley Sr., age 74, passed away on May 10, 2024, at his home in Carter County, Tennessee.
He was born in San Francisco, California, on April 25, 1950, and attended parochial schools in the city until his family moved to Clearlake Highlands.
In 1968, Bob graduated from Lower Lake High School where he lettered in varsity football and baseball. He was also an active member of the French Club.
Bob often commented that his high school class in San Francisco had more students in it than all of the grades put together at Lower Lake High School. He said it wasn’t initially an easy transition, but he acclimated to the rural lifestyle that he grew to love.
Bob attended Solano Junior College, Yuba College and Santa Rosa Junior College, graduating with an associates degree in law enforcement. He also graduated from the police academy.
Bob held several positions in the Lake County Sheriff’s Office before retiring as a deputy due to a work-related disability. He went on to own a small business, become an assistant manager at Mendo Mill and manage the former water park, Outrageous Waters.
Bob has always believed that his greatest achievement was the years he spent in public service. This includes his time with the sheriff’s office, eight years on the Clearlake City Council with four years as the mayor and his many years representing the city of Clearlake on the Lake County Planning Commission.
Bob was honored to serve the people in his community in a variety of capacities.
In his spare time, he enjoyed his annual golf trip to Laughlin, Nevada, camping, RV travel and watching the Food Network on TV.
At the start of their retirement, Bob and his wife, Debi, enjoyed an epic six-and-a-half-month RV trip to visit friends and family, see the sights and find their retirement home.
Bob was a kind man with an easy smile. He will be remembered as a loving husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather and friend to all those who loved him.
He is survived by his wife of 35 years, Debi Malley; his children, Bob Malley Jr. (Dianna), Gina Malley-Guevarra (Rhoel), Katelynn Meade-Malley and Jeremy Meade-Malley; nine grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; brothers, Tim Malley (Leslie) and Tom Malley (Susan); and several nieces and nephews.
Bob was predeceased by his parents, Thomas C. Malley and Lelia Bouscaren Malley, and his brother, Richard Malley.
There will be a celebration honoring Bob on Saturday, June 15, at 2 p.m. at the Clearlake Senior Center, 3245 Bowers Ave. Feel free to dress in Hawaiian casual, Bob’s favorite attire.
In lieu of flowers, the family has requested that donations be made to any charity that supports law enforcement and/or the families of fallen officers, including the California Peace Officers Memorial Foundation, Children of Fallen Officers or C.O.P.S. (Concerns of Police Survivors).
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LAKE COUNTY, Calif. — Peter B. Ogo Sr. passed away unexpectedly on May 15, 2024.
He was the co-founder of Pogo's Pizza Co. and a longtime pillar of the Lake County community.
Pete was a devoted husband, father and grandfather. He had a larger-than-life personality, as his family would say he was the man, the myth the legend. Anyone who met him was drawn in by his infectious spirit, love for life and ability to make you feel welcome.
He enjoyed fishing and his RC cars. He was also an avid businessman growing three successful Pogo's Pizza restaurants with his wife and family.
Pete is survived by his loving wife, Penny; sons, Joe (Angelina) and Pete Jr. (Angela); nieces, Brandy (Michael) and Letitia; grandchildren, Vanessa, Arianna, Michael, Sammy, Mya, Pete III, Maurice, Isaac, Angelo and Warren; and sisters, Theresa, Rosalie and Barbara.
He is predeceased by his parents, Pedro and Carmen, and brothers, Juan, Antonio, Jose and Tito.
His beautiful life will be forever cherished in the hearts of his family and friends.
Funeral service will be held at Grace Church, 6716 Live Oak Drive in Kelseyville, on Tuesday, May 28, at 9 a.m.
Arrangements by Chapel of the Lakes Mortuary, 707-263-0357 or 707-994-5611, or visit www.chapelofthelakes.com.
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