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LAKE COUNTY, Calif. — Benjamen Jesus Vega (Ben) 30, of Clearlake, California, was welcomed home by the Lord on Sept. 28, 2025.
Born May 17, 1995, Ben lived a life filled with challenges, but only wanted the people he loved to see the simple man he was. Ben’s love and kindness touched everyone fortunate enough to know him.
Ben had a rare gift, he made sure every person felt truly seen and heard without judgment when crossing paths with him. With his gentle spirit and generous heart, he was the kind of man who would stop to pick flowers just to brighten someone’s day, although Ben didn’t have much he would give his last to someone less fortunate, just to do the right thing.
He never let a conversation end without saying “I love you” to those he cherished, and he said it often, because he meant it deeply, Ben truly wore his heart on his sleeve. A proud “momma’s boy,” Ben loved his mother Angela with all his heart, and his love for his brothers, sisters, nieces, and nephews was boundless and unbreakable.
He found joy in the little things like family gatherings, fishing and time spent outdoors under open skies. Ben didn’t need much to be happy being surrounded by the people he loved was more than enough.
Ben is survived by his loving mother, Angela; his sisters, Maria, Eva, Alicia, Jasmine and Elizabeth; his brothers, Martin, Gabriel, Raymond, Jose, Jorge, Luie, Robert, Jesus and Cruz; and many cherished nieces, nephews, aunts, cousins and friends who will carry his memory.
He was preceded in death by his grandmother, Mary, and brother, Lalo who welcomed him home.
A simple man with an enormous heart, Benjamen taught us all how to love better and be better. His light will never fade in the hearts of those who knew him. Ben’s passing is a big loss to his family who miss him endlessly.
Rest easy, Benny. We love you.
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Vincent Paul Dorsett
Nov. 16, 1945 – Sept. 26, 2025
NORTHERN CALIFORNIA — Vincent Paul Dorsett (Pete, Peter), fifth-generation Lake Countian, was born at Lakeside Community Hospital in Lakeport during its first year of operation.
He is predeceased by father, Royal Dorsett; mother Jane Keeling (Dorsett) Barnes; and stepfather, Victor D. Barnes.
He is survived by siblings, Wilda Shock, Lakeport; Susie LaPointe, Sacramento; Ken Barnes, Paradise; and other family members.
A resident of Sacramento for over 40 years, Pete died peacefully after an extended illness partially due to Agent Orange exposure and two helicopter crashes during military service.
Lt. Dorsett served in the U.S. Army, 1st Cavalry Division in Vietnam, and in the California National Guard during the Gulf War /Operation Desert Storm.
Dorsett was a 1963 graduate of Upper Lake Union High School and a 1967 graduate of then-Sacramento State College with a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism, where he was editor of The State Hornet student newspaper and a member of Sigma Phi Epsilon fraternity.
He was a member of Hartley Masonic Lodge #199 in Lakeport for 58 years and active with Veterans organizations.
Internment service with military honors was conducted on Nov. 17 at the Sacramento Valley National Cemetery in Dixon.
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Con profunda tristeza anunciamos el fallecimiento de Jaime Garnica Rojas, quien nos dejó el 27 de Noviembre de 2025 a la edad de 59 años.
Fue un amado hijo de José Garnica Rodríguez y Josefa Rojas Hernández, y hermano de José Guadalupe Garnica Rojas y Maria De Carmen Garnica Rojas.
Fue un gran esposo de María Estela Marín Garnica, y un padre devoto de Manuel Zárate Marín, José Garnica Marín y Yessica Garnica Marín.
Dedicó su vida al trabajo en la agricultura. Uno de sus momentos favoritos del año era la temporada de pisca, cuando operaba la cosechadora. Entre sus pasatiempos se encontraba mantenerse ocupado incluso en sus días libres haciendo trabajos extra, y cuando estaba en casa, disfrutaba pasar tiempo con su familia y sus nietos.
El era un hombre leal, siempre se podía contar con él para hacer el trabajo. Siempre estuvo dispuesto a tender la mano, poseía el sentido del humor más divertido y la mejor personalidad.
Aunque no esperábamos que su partida sucediera tan pronto, entendemos que esto estuvo en las manos de Dios, y ahora descansa en paz. Estuvo cuidado por su familia a su lado en todo momento.
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Jaime Garnica Rojas, who left us on Nov. 27, 2025 at the age of 59.
A beloved son to Jose Garnica Rodriguez and Josefa Rojas Hernandez, a brother to Jose Guadalupe Garnica Rojas and Maria De Carmen Garnica Rojas.
A great husband to Maria Estela Marin Garnica, A devoted father to Manuel Zarate Marin, Jose Garnica Marin, and Yessica Garnica Marin.
He dedicated his life to working in agriculture. One of his favorite times of the year is harvest season, when he drives the harvester.
His hobbies included staying busy even on days off doing side jobs and when he was home he enjoyed spending time with his family and grandchildren.
He was a loyal man, you could always count on him to get the job done. He was always willing to lend a hand, he had the funniest sense of humor and the best personality.
Although we didn’t expect his passing to happen so soon we understand that this was in God's hands and he is now resting peacefully and was taken care of with his family by his side at all times.
Visitation will be held at Chapel of the Lakes Mortuary on Wednesday, Dec. 10, 2025 from 5 to 8 p.m. with Rosary at 7 p.m. Funeral Mass at St. Mary Immaculate Catholic Church on Thursday, Dec. 11, at 11 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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