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Anna Faye Ford
Feb. 8, 1945 - Aug. 24, 2023
LAKEPORT, Calif. — Anna passed away at home in Lakeport at the age of 78.
Anna was full of life and enjoyed spending time with her family.
In her younger years she was a successful manicurist and later became a property manager; her last position was ranch manager which she loved most of all.
She is survived by her daughter, Tammy Lemoine of Lakeport; son, Brian Moomey of Missouri; nine grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; and her siblings (in Missouri) Ronald Ford, Kaye Mathis and Judy Brocksmith.
She is preceded in death by her son, Shawn Moomey; brothers, Tom and Edward Ford; and sister, Eula Jones.
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LAKE COUNTY, Calif. — Erin was born March 1, 1965, to Margaret and Duane Snider. He passed away peacefully on Aug. 21, 2023, in Santa Rosa with Laura, Jay and Kim by his side.
Erin was an avid motocross rider until his freak accident in 1991. He maintained a positive attitude throughout the years.
Erin is predeceased by his longterm girlfriend, Debbie Riedmuller Hill. He is survived by four siblings, Jay, Scott, Lauren, and Laura, and many nieces and nephews.
Services will be held on Thursday, Sept. 7. Visitation will take place from 9 to 10:30 a.m. at Chapel of the Lakes Mortuary with graveside service to follow at 11:30 a.m. at the Kelseyville Cemetery.
Arrangements by Chapel of the Lakes Mortuary, 707-263-0357 or 707-994-5611, or visit www.chapelofthelakes.com.
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Barbara Sowash
Nov. 21, 1964 — Aug. 1, 2023
LAKE COUNTY, Calif. — Barbara Sowash left this life on Aug. 1, 2023, due to heart and other health issues.
She was predeceased by her son, Stanley Flett, who passed in July of 2022.
She is survived by her siblings, Steven Sowash, Theresa Hart, Rose Sowash, Richard Sowash and Stella Winckler; her “significant other,” Matthew Ray; and many others.
Barbara was very outgoing, treating even strangers as friends.
Tragically, when her son died, it took a lot of the light out of her.
She spent most of her life in Rohnert Park. About 15 years ago, she moved to Lake County, where she continued work as a well-loved caregiver.
She was one of a kind and will be missed by many.
Contact her family for gathering information on Sept. 16, 2023.
Arrangements by Chapel of the Lakes Mortuary, 707-263-0357 or 707-994-5611, or visit www.chapelofthelakes.com.