Richard Ray East
1948-2023

LAKE COUNTY, Calif. — Richard Ray East, 75, died unexpectedly on Sept. 29, 2023, in St. Helena, California.

He is survived by his partner and loving wife of 30 years, Carlene Leskar of Clearlake Oaks; sons, John, Joseph and Richard C. East; grandchildren, Madison Burchfield, Caleb East and Daniel East; stepchildren, Michael Leskar and Tina Leskar; granddaughter, Aziza; and many other family members and friends.

He was predeceased by his parents, Raymond and Iva East; his first wife, Pamela; two brothers, John and David; and a son, Daniel.

Born in Berkeley, Richard grew up within sight of the Golden Gate Bridge. As a young man he loved to race cars and ride motorcycles. He loved the ocean and enjoyed fishing and hunting geese and ducks with his dad. Later he shared his love of fishing with his boys.

He worked as a welder right out of high school and when he was 24 bought a small welding shop in Santa Rosa. He did steel fabrication work there until his retirement in 2013.

Later in his life, he became an environmental activist and switched from hunting birds to studying them. He was able to identify the birds passing through his property by sight and their flying patterns. Every year he knew when to expect the migrating birds to return.

Richard and his wife, Carlene, bought several acres of land at the foot of a mountain in Clearlake Oaks and together with friends and family built their dream house, a project that took more than five years and remains unfinished because of his penchant for perfection. He could never do a less-than-perfect job. Much of the construction was done after consulting how-to books. The house has many passive features that make it cool in summer and warm in winter with minimal reliance on power from the grid.

After retirement, Richard was continually outside — maintaining the land, gardening, tending to his beloved chickens and pigeons, and finding projects to improve the ranch and protect it from wildfires. He became politically involved, serving as an officer for the Lake County Democratic Club for two years.

A memorial service will be held at 4 p.m. on Oct. 21 at Chapel of the Lakes Mortuary in Lakeport.

Memorial donations may be made in his honor to Sierra Club Redwood Chapter Lake Group.

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: 14 October 2023

LAKEPORT, Calif. — On Tuesday, Oct. 3, 2023, Martha Ann Rose passed away peacefully at her home in Lakeport.

She was the loving mother of three children, grandmother of four children and great grandmother of four.

Martha was born on June 15, 1943, to Mattie and Leo Terry. She married Jake Rose in 1961 and they were married 59 years before his passing.

In 1965 Jake and Martha moved to Lake County, California.

Martha enjoyed a career as a hairstylist and salon owner for 20 years. She loved her job as a hairstylist and the many friends she met through her salon.

She was creative, artistic and quick-witted. She loved to garden, paint, read, and spend time with her kids and grandkids.

Martha is predeceased by her husband, Jake Rose. She is survived by her children, Peggy (Craig) Butcher, Charlie Rose and Cindy Carr; grandchildren, Bryce (Kristin) Butcher, Taylor Rose, Briana (Jason) Edwards, Katelyn Bean; great grandchildren, Jayden, Layton, Lucy Butcher, and Aubree Edwards; brother, Joe Terry and many nieces and nephews.

Visitation will be held at Chapel of the Lakes Mortuary on Monday, Oct. 9, from 3 to 5 p.m.

Funeral service will be held at Chapel of the Lakes on Tuesday, Oct. 10, at 11 a.m. with interment to follow at Hartley Cemetery in Lakeport.

Donations can be made in Martha’s memory to your favorite charity.

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: 07 October 2023

Michael Lewis Bertucci
August 1936 — October 2023

LAKE COUNTY, Calif. — I am heartbroken to announce the death of my father, Michael Lewis Bertucci.

He passed away peacefully at the age of 87.

Michael was a foreman at Rancho San Miguel. He loved training horses, fishing, gardening and cracking jokes whenever possible.

He leaves behind his wife, Lauretta Adele Bertucci; daughters, Bobbett Elder and Renee Giannini; grandchildren, Tonya Guerrero and Jason Giannini; great-grandchild, Lidia McConlogue; and great-great grandchildren, Lieghana, Jayliegh, Wyatt, David and Michael.

He will be deeply missed by friends and family. We love you papa.

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: 06 October 2023