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Norita A. Guardino, 1935-2012
Born to Pete and Helen (Scott) Pacchetti on Aug. 24, 1935, in Monterrey, Calif. She died peacefully in her sleep on Oct. 15, 2012 after fighting a long battle with cancer.
After retiring from the Santa Clara County Assessor’s Office after more than 20 years of service, she was able to devote herself to her children and grandchildren, plus indulge her love of bingo.
She is survived by her children, Surby, Cindy and Sam Guardino; five grandchildren, Cheraylyn Velazquez, Wayne Willyard, Ryan Bergeron, Amber Mazzella, Kurina Cota; six great-grandchildren, Donte, Lillianna, Gianna, Annabelle, Javen, Aryanna; sisters Betty Chaix, Lanita Moyer, Karen Johnston; brother, Pete Pacchetti, and many nieces and nephews.
Norita’s fearless zest for life, her quick wit and infectious laughter will be greatly missed by all who knew her.
The graveside service will be on Monday, Oct. 22, at 1 p.m. All family and friends are welcome to attend.
In lieu of flowers, contributions to the Susan G. Komen for the Cure foundation will be greatly appreciated.
Hartley Cemetery is located at 2552 Hill Road East, Lakeport, CA 95453.
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Delphus Thornton Hooper
May 11, 1919 – October 17, 2012
Del was born and grew up in Clarksdale, Missouri, where she met and married Stanley M. Hooper.
She moved to California to be with her husband Stan during the war. Following the war they had four sons, David, Thomas, Richard and Douglas.
After retiring from Bank of America in 1978, the Hoopers moved to Lakeport where they lived for over 30 years in retirement.
Del had three grandchildren and developed a very special bond with her granddaughter Heidi Hooper.
Del loved sewing, gardening, writing poems, inventing things and “New Age Thinking.”
She was a volunteer for hospice, made many close friends and was very happy in Lakeport.
She passed away in the home she designed and loved on Oct. 17, 2012.
Graveside services will be held on Tuesday, Oct. 23, at 11 a.m. at Hartley Cemetery in Lakeport. Bright colors are encouraged.
For further information call Chapel of the Lakes Mortuary, 707-263-0357 or 707-994-5611 or visit www.chapel.chapelofthelakes.com .
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Ernest Clay, a long-time Lake County resident and retired sheriff, passed peacefully Oct. 15, 2012.
Ernie is survived by his two sons, Richard and Robert Clay.
He is preceded in death by his loving wife, Norene Clay.
Ernie will be laid to rest at Upper Lake Cemetery.
For further information call Chapel of the Lakes Mortuary, 707-263-0357 or 707-994-5611, or visit www.chapelofthelakes.com .
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