Barbara Pyle
Nov. 18, 1935 — Jan. 6, 2024

LAKEPORT, Calif. — Barbara Pyle of Lakeport passed away on Saturday, Jan. 6, 2024.

Barbara married David Pyle in 1957. When their three children started school, Barbara took early childhood education classes and became a teacher’s aide.

Barbara enjoyed playing bingo and spending time with her family. She was a member of the Lakeport Elks Club.

She is survived by her husband of 66 years, David Pyle; their three children, Glenn (Karolyn) Pyle, Cherie (Eric) Seely and Keith (Emily) Pyle; grandchildren, Stephen Seely, Mitchell (Amanda Graf) Seely, Mikayla (Jack) Condon, Ryan Pyle, Ericka Pyle and Nathan Pyle; and great-grandchildren, Mason Seely and Kelleen Condon.

A memorial service will be held at Chapel of the Lakes Mortuary on Thursday, Jan. 11, at 11 a.m. in Lakeport.

Arrangements by Chapel of the Lakes Mortuary, 707-263-0357 or 707-994-5611, or visit www.chapelofthelakes.com.

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Written by: Elizabeth Larson

Published: 10 January 2024

John Howard Tomkins, age 89, of Lucerne, California, passed away on Monday, Dec. 25, 2023.

John, “Jack,” was born in Schenectady, New York to John “Bert” and Olive Tomkins, and graduated from Scotia High School.

He joined the Selective Service in 1953 and then continued his studies at Syracuse University, earning a Bachelor of Science degree in accounting in 1960.

Shortly after John moved to Houston, Texas, he met and married the mother of his three daughters, Sarah “Jane” Faris.

In 1968, the family moved to Orange, California, and he worked with the YMCA. The family moved to Lake County, California, in 1974 and he purchased a local income tax preparation business.

John's service to the community was vast, including board trustee for Upper Lake schools, Mendocino College, Lake Family Resource Center, North Shore Business Association, Sutter Lakeside Hospital and other advisory positions.

He loved people and enjoyed seeing them flourish. He supported many organizations, including the 4-H auction, student sports, theater productions and his church.

John is predeceased by his parents; brother, Keith Tomkins, and sister, Sheila Lindsay.

He is survived by his partner, Marideth Wilson; sister, Gwen Cardarelli; and daughters, Alice Tomkins, Diane Tomkins Plante and Laura Plante.

We would like to express our appreciation to Oakmont of Carmichael, Assisted Living, for the excellent care provided to John in the last few months, along with the Hospice services from Latreia Healthcare.

A celebration of life will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 3, at Upper Lake Methodist Church.

In John’s memory, friends may make a memorial contribution to the Upper Lake Methodist Church or Lake Family Resource Center.

Arrangements by Chapel of the Lakes Mortuary, 707-263-0357 or 707-994-5611, or visit www.chapelofthelakes.com.

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Written by: Elizabeth Larson

Published: 05 January 2024

Patrick Joseph McSweeney
July 25, 1937 — Dec. 30, 2023

LAKE COUNTY, Calif. — Patrick, survived by his beloved wife, Janice McSweeney; her daughter, Judith and husband Daniel; granddaughter, Sierra; stepson, Bill and wife Kathy; as well as his dear friends, Ralph, Sean, and Jamie.

Patrick worked for many years for the city and county of San Francisco as a lead landscaper in Golden Gate Park and a veteran who served in the Navy.

He enjoyed gardening, taking fun trips to the casino and spending time with his close friends and family.

His sparkling blue eyes and brilliant smile will truly be missed.

Arrangements by Chapel of the Lakes Mortuary, 707-263-0357 or 707-994-5611, or visit www.chapelofthelakes.com.

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Written by: Elizabeth Larson

Published: 04 January 2024