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Laurence A. “Larry” Macomber of Kelseyville, Calif., left this world July 6, 2012.
Larry was born in Boston, Mass., June 12, 1941, to Hampton Macomber and Ellen Way. He was raised by his grandparents, John Sr. and Isabel Way.
His parents and grandparents preceded him in death.
Due to Larry’s Cerebral Palsy, Larry’s life was a challenge that he took on with a spirit that amazed his friends and fellow workers. He enjoyed the outdoors and became part of nature both in his work and play.
Larry worked for numerous employers as an accomplished landscaper with many years at Marine World, at which he rose to lead landscaper. His most recent position was with the US Forestry Service of Upper Lake from which he retired a few months ago.
During his life Larry enjoyed riding horses. While in Vallejo he became involved with an organization called Up With Horses, which was a training and recreation program for kids with disabilities. Larry was a volunteer leader there for a number of years.
Larry’s other passion was working on old cars with his cousins, Allan and Phil.
Larry’s struggles in life took him down but not out. Larry spent some time at Hill Top Recovery.
Having found his way into recovery around 1992 he had a new family that he has enjoyed and has enjoyed him for many years. Larry was also helped by People Services in Lakeport.
Through these life changes Larry was able to acquire a mobile home, own his own truck and live independently ever since.
A memorial service will be at noon Saturday, July 28, at the United Methodist Church of Clearlake, 14521 Pearl Ave. A potluck will follow.
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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LAKEPORT, Calif. – Services for June Linnea Evans, who passed away July 5, will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 4, at Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses, 3606 Ackley Rd., Lakeport.
Interment will be at Kelseyville Cemetery.
For further information call Chapel of the Lakes Mortuary at 707-263-0357 or 707-994-5611, or visit www.chapelofthelakes.com .
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Neva M. Arthur passed away at her home in Kelseyville, Calif.
She leaves behind her children, Leida Daugherty of Red Bluff, Calif.; Paul Arthur of Cody, Wyo.; Elise Kear of Kelseyville; and John Arthur of Kelseyville; 16 grandchildren; 29 great-grandchildren; and three great-great-grandchildren; and sister, Hellena Clemes of Pinole, Calif.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Paul Arthur and a daughter, Peggy Arthur.
Born in her family's sod home in Nebraska to John and Elise Miller, she grew up on a 160 acre farm. There, she helped her dad harvest corn and wheat until she was 20.
She moved from Nebraska to Southern California before settling in San Jose and lived in Kelseyville for the last 26 years.
She had a green thumb and loved to garden, particularly growing flowers on her land. She had rows of iris lining her driveway, and African violets inside.
She also loved to bake and always made sure at every occasion there were chocolate chip cookies and chocolate cake!
Neva's work history included working for her sister as a beautician, working in a laundry service and for two gas stations. Neva was particularly proud that she only had an eighth grade education, but still
worked her way up in the medical field to become an LVN. She was a compassionate person and loved her work.
Lastly, family was very important to her and she loved spending time with all of her children and grandchildren.
Funeral Services will be held at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints in Lakeport on Saturday, July 21, at 4 p.m., with a visitation at 3 p.m. Committal services will be in San Jose on Monday.
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