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LAKE COUNTY, Calif. — Classic car builder and retired operating engineer Ross Reed’s love of life and family did not come to an end with his death. Ross passed away on June 23, 2023, with his wife Sherrie at his side after a courageous battle with cancer at age 64.
Ross was born to Jane and James Reed on Dec. 6, 1958, and grew up in Windsor and Healdsburg alongside his three brothers, Jimmy, John and Ronnie.
He had an accomplished career as an operating engineer and always had a story when driving by a dam, overpass or highway that he worked on. He loved building classic cars with his dear friend Vern and completed his personal project, a light blue 1956 Ford pickup in 2014.
Ross became a father in 1990 to Shelby and 1992 to Andrea, who he raised with their mother Sidney. Ross and his girls enjoyed many trips together along the California coast where Ross dived for abalone, fished and camped. He loved sharing 15 grandchildren together with Sherrie.
Ross is survived by his wife; Sherrie, his daughters; Shelby and Andrea, and his brother, Ronnie, among many other family and friends. He made friends everywhere he went and his generous heart will always be remembered.
A memorial service and celebration of life will be held on July 8 at 10 a.m. at Chapel of the Lakes in Lakeport, with a reception to follow at the Reed Ranch in Kelseyville.
Arrangements by Chapel of the Lakes Mortuary, 707-263-0357 or 707-994-5611, or visit www.chapelofthelakes.com.
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Harold Eugene Kniss
June 1, 2023
LAKE COUNTY, Calif. — Harry is survived by his loving wife of 54 years, Bessie; daughter, Stephanie; son-in-law, Mike; grandchildren, Dominique and Nicholas; sister, Betty; brother, John; and many nieces and nephews.
Harry spent his life as a talented finish carpenter and was able to build or fix almost anything.
He was always up for fun and adventure riding dirt bikes, working on his dune buggy and fishing with his daughter.
He enjoyed going to baseball games and listening to audiobooks.
His many stories and witty humor will be missed by family and friends.
At Harry's request, there will be no services.
Arrangements by Chapel of the Lakes Mortuary, 707-263-0357 or 707-994-5611, or visit www.chapelofthelakes.com.
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LAKE COUNTY, Calif. — Bob (Bayard) F. Berg was born on March 14, 1933, in Mineola, New York and was called to heaven at 90 years old on June 14, 2023. He was residing in Buckingham in Kelseyville.
Bob was a beloved son to Treadwell Kirkpatrick Berg and Eleanor Folger of New York. He is survived by his loving children, Jeff (wife Laura Snider) of Kelseyville, Steve of Oregon and Kurt of Kelseyville; three grandkids, Zachery (wife Taylor), Holly and Jerri; two great-grandsons, Noah and Conner who he was very proud of.
Shortly after graduating high school in Garden City, New York, Bob voluntarily joined the United State Navy and served from 1952 to 1956. During that time, he met our mother, Ruth Holland, at a U.S.O. dance in Massachusetts. They soon married in 1957 and eventually moved to San Jose, California.
Bob took a job with PG&E working for 31 years before retiring and moving to Lake County. He enjoyed trains and boating and classic cars. May he rest in peace.
Visitation will be held at Clearlake Baptist Church, 555 N. Forbes St., in Lakeport on Friday, June 30, from 9 to 10 a.m., with the funeral service at 10 a.m.
Interment will be at Kelseyville Cemetery with a potluck gathering to follow at the American Legion Hall, 5005 Second St. in Kelseyville.
Arrangements by Chapel of the Lakes Mortuary, 707-263-0357 or 707-994-5611, or visit www.chapelofthelakes.com.
