CLEARLAKE, Calif. — William “Billy” Mitchell, 64, passed away at home in Clearlake, California.

He is survived by his siblings, Michael Mitchell, Lesley Bautista, Nancy Mitchell of California and Kelly Ross of Missouri; numerous nieces and nephews; and step-grandchildren, Willow Linton and Blaze Downs of Missouri.

He is also predeceased by siblings Steven and Kathleen Mitchell.

Care entrusted to Chapel of the Lakes Mortuary, telephone 707-263-0357, www.chapelofthelakes.com.

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Written by: Elizabeth Larson

Published: 04 May 2023

LAKE COUNTY, Calif. — It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Ronald David Campos Sr., at the age of 71 years old.

Ron passed away peacefully on April 26, 2023, at his home while doing what he loved, lounging in the sun and listening to the oldies.

Ron was born on June 25, 1951, in Hayward, California, to parents Jennie and Frank Campos.

Ron met the love of his life, RheaBeth, when he was only 16 years old. Together, they raised a beautiful family, made countless memories and devoted their lives to one another. Ron and Rhea were soul mates and best friends, and he shared this fact often. They were often known for driving around town, with the top down, singing to the oldies and spending all their days in the company of one another.

Ron, together with his wife, was a long-time local business owner of Campos Casuals, and a well-known figure throughout the wrestling community.

Ron was an avid wrestler during his high school and college years and went on to become a wrestling coach, over several decades, and impacted the lives of so many.

Ron’s passion for wrestling extended well beyond the mat. His passion for his wrestlers was genuine and personal and he thought of each of them as a part of his own family.

Everyone who knew Ron felt his big heart and giving nature, and undoubtedly have their own story to tell. Ron’s laughter and smile was infectious, and his enthusiasm and passion could be seen and heard from across the room.

Ron enjoyed spending time with his family and friends, playing on the lake, lounging in the sun, listening to the oldies, and of course, wrestling.

Ron was predeceased by his father and mother, Frank and Jenny Campos; his brothers, Denny and Rick Campos; his daughter, Paula de la Cruz (Gio de la Cruz); and his dog, Diva.

Ron is survived by his wife, RheaBeth Campos; his children, Susan Herdt, Ronnie Campos Jr, (Brandi Campos), James Kellis, Brian Campos (Jessica Campos), Jason Kellis and Nicole Winegarner (Jason Winegarner); his grandchildren, Steven Herdt, Preston Herdt (Leah Herdt), Dylan Neimic, Morgan de la Cruz, Jacob Campos, Layton Winegarner, Tanner Winegarner, Ricky Campos and Maddison Campos; his first great-grandson, Luke Herdt; and many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

“Ronnie, Dad, Papa, Uncle Ron, and Coach you will be truly missed but never forgotten and will always be in our hearts, never far from our thoughts, and talked about often. We love you.”

Visitation will be held at Chapel of the Lakes Mortuary on Saturday, May 6, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Funeral service will start at 1 p.m. We invite and encourage all who knew Ron to please attend.

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

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Written by: Elizabeth Larson

Published: 03 May 2023

Arda McDougal Sundstrom
1926-2023

LAKE COUNTY, Calif. — Arda was the real deal. She sang, she danced, worked on airplanes in World War II for the war effort and was an expert photo-finisher.

Being a natural serial entrepreneur, she ran businesses, built businesses and worked at a radio station (KXBX).

She traveled the world (five continents) and was a loving wife to Vernon McDougal and John Sundstrom, both of whom predeceased her.

She was a terrific mother, grandmother, great grandmother and aunt. Acting as a surrogate mother to many, Arda’s heart was as big as her years were long. She will be missed by many.

Born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, to Cornelius and Marie Banks, Arda is survived by her daughter, Debbe (Mike) Blake; sons, Lonne (Cecilia) McDougal and Mark McDougal; grandsons, Dan Wolfe and Harley (Dayna) McDougal; granddaughters, Marina McDougal, Brandi (Chad) Parlee and Jennifer (Charles) Dougherty; step-daughters Tina Brennan and Mary (Walt) Southard; great-granddaughters, Haylee, Sarah and Faith Parlee, and Abigail Dougherty; great-grandsons, Jacob and Mason Elsa; nephews, Chuck (Claudia) Moseley and Darrell Banks; and close friends, Ginette McDougal, Pat Miles, Eve Perkins, Cynthia Ackerman, Richard Shaw, Kay Lytton, Wanda Roe and Ed Roark.

She and her family moved to California when she was 6 where she attended Glendale, California schools. After working for years as a photo-finisher, Arda, Vernon and Debbe started two restaurants and a bar in Burbank not far from the studios.

She and the family began vacationing in Lakeport in the late 1950s until 1977 when they decided to take the plunge and purchase the Willo-Point Restaurant. Later, she and Debbe built the El Sombrero Restaurant on Main Street (now the Hong Kong) where she was in her element serving the community and making many friends along the way.

Not being one to stay idle for long, after selling the restaurant she went to work at radio station KXBX as an executive assistant following which she started Present Time Party Supplies in Lakeport.

Her love for music having never faded, she sang at multiple venues throughout Lake County and was the lead vocalist for Bank of Lake County Heritage Club Band as well as making guest appearances and yodeling with The Wayne Miller Band and with The High Notes. Arda sponsored a weekly line dance class and twice monthly member dance at the Lakeport Elks Lodge for 16 years until COVID struck.

She was a 21-year member of Lakeport Elks Lodge #2704 where she was awarded Elk of the Year for 2003-2004, as well as a 16-year member of Lakeport Host Lions and NARFE. She line-danced well into her 90s and just loved it when one of her sons, Debbe or the girls would take her out on the dance floor in her wheelchair swinging, swaying and singing to the music. Smiling, twirling and filled with joy.

The family thanks Dr. Andrew Schwartz, Hospice, nurses, aides and volunteers for the loving and caring manner in which Arda’s needs were attended to in her last days.

A memorial service will be held Saturday, May 13, at 11 a.m., at Chapel of the Lakes Mortuary in Lakeport, officiated by the Officers of Lakeport Elks Lodge #2704.

Donations can be made in Arda’s name to her favorite charity, CHEMPI “the Purple Pig”, c/o Lakeport Elks Lodge #2704 or to Hospice.

Care and services entrusted to Chapel of the Lakes Mortuary FD1336, telephone 707-263-0357, www.chapelofthelakes.com.

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Written by: Elizabeth Larson

Published: 03 May 2023