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LAKE COUNTY, Calif. — Bethany Rose was born Sept. 1, 1949, in Santa Rosa, California to Elton and Retha Garner.
Bethany passed away on Feb. 10, 2023, surrounded by family and friends, at 73 years of age; after a courageous battle with cancer.
She is survived by her husband of more than 51 years, Gary Rose; her son, Brian Rose, and husband, Anastasio, of Santa Rosa; and son, Tony Rose, and wife, Julie, of Acampo.
Bethany is also survived by her ten grandchildren, Logan Rose, Garrett Rose, Millie Rose, Onario Rose, Xavier Rose, Morgan Rose, Britney Rose, David Quigley, Stephanie Quigley and Ryan Strugnell; her brother, Randy Garner, and his wife, Renee, and their children, John, Ryan and Brianna; and many cousins and friends.
Bethany was predeceased by her mother and father.
Bethany is a fourth-generation Lake County resident. Her family homesteaded their ranch in Long Valley in Clearlake Oaks, California, where she spent a great deal of her childhood.
Bethany learned to play the piano very early in life, and played for the Methodist Church of Clearlake Oaks, now Garner Chapel. Later in life, she played for the First Baptist Church in Lakeport.
As a youth and teenager, she was active in the Eastlake 4-H Club, and became an accomplished seamstress, winning many dress reviews in Lake County and the state.
She was active in speech contests, including the Clearlake Oaks Lions Club contests, and won most contests she entered.
She was a graduate of Upper Lake High School (1967) where she was an active student, as well as a member of the cheerleading squad.
Except during her tenure at Sacramento Community College (1969) in Sacramento, Bethany lived her entire life in Lake County.
For most of her adult life she lived in Lakeport with her husband Gary, and was an active homemaker. Professionally, she worked as a medical transcriptionist for Lakeport Convalescent Hospital, Dr. Donald Browning, Sutter Lakeside Hospital and Dr. John Minotti.
Bethany and her husband Gary farmed Bartlett pears in Scotts Valley up to their retirement in 2021. Their orchard brought them great pride of ownership, and they grew beautiful pears.
Her family was her greatest joy, followed by her love of sewing and quilting. Bethany was well known for her quilts made for family and friends, many which have been displayed at the Lake County Fair, as well as the Kelseyville Pear Festival.
She enjoyed collecting vintage and porcelain dolls, a hobby that she shared with her mother; traveling to Kauai Hawaii; spending time at Hat Creek with Gary, her children, their families, and other family members and friends.
She also enjoyed golfing with friends, cooking for her family, quilting retreats, as well as participating in Wreaths Across America for the Lower Lake Pioneer and Lakeport Hartley Cemeteries.
The family would like to thank all of the medical professionals, care providers, and friends who supported and cared for her; including her first cousin and ICU nurse, Anne Garner of Clearlake Oaks.
A celebration of life will be held at 1 p.m. Feb. 25 at Fritch Hall at the Lake County Fairgrounds, 401 Martin St. in Lakeport.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Lake County 4-H or the American Cancer Society.
Bethany was a one of a kind person to many, and a wonderful wife and mother. She will be sadly missed, but never forgotten.
Arrangements by Chapel of the Lakes Mortuary, 707-263-0357 or 707-994-5611, or visit www.chapelofthelakes.com.
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Alan Keith Harrison, age 61, of San Francisco, a tribal member of Robinson Rancheria, passed away on Feb. 5, 2023.
Alan was born on June 12, 1961 to Luwana Quitiquit and Kirby Harrison in Salinas, California.
After Alan left home at age 16 he chose to follow his dream of one day becoming an actor in Hollywood where he resided for over 20 years of his life.
He had many acting accomplishments such as “The Spy Who Shagged Me,” “A Streetcar Named Desire” and “Anniversary Party,” he eventually settled in by taking a union job as a set dresser for many major films and sitcoms.
He was also an accomplished black belt in martial arts.
Alan loved to travel and meet different people from different cultures. He lived and worked in New York, Maui, Los Angeles, and San Francisco over his lifetime.
He will be missed and forever loved by his friends and especially his family. You will live on in our hearts and our memories ...
Alan was predeceased in death by Luwana Quitiquit, Kirby Harrison, Tyrone Douglas and Nickolas Harrison.
He is survived by his sisters, Christina Harrison and Suelumatra Castillo; brother, Sklyer Harrison; and two nieces, Marie Rosales and Elizabeth Davis.
He also leaves behind his numerous aunties, uncles and cousins.
A visitation will be held at Chapel of the Lakes Mortuary at 1625 N. High St. Lakeport, California, on Saturday, Feb. 18, from 1 to 3:30 p.m.
Care entrusted to Chapel of the Lakes Mortuary FD1336, www.chapelofthelakes.com, Lakeport, telephone 707-263-0357.
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Carol Marie Vedder
April 10, 1948 — Feb. 12, 2023
LAKE COUNTY, Calif. — It is with great sadness that the family of Carol Vedder (née Schultheiss) announces her passing on Sunday, Feb. 12, 2023, at the age of 74.
Carol will be lovingly remembered by her husband, Byron; her children, Steven and Sarah; sister, Donella; brother-in-law, Bill; and the many great friends whom she considered family.
Carol was predeceased by her parents, Pernilla and Donald.
A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, March 4, at 1 p.m. at the Chapel of the Lakes Mortuary in Lakeport.
Carol will be fondly remembered for her strong, empathetic, funny, witty and kind nature.
Memorial donations in Carol’s name may be made to the Humane Society.
Care entrusted to Chapel of the Lakes Mortuary FD1336, www.chapelofthelakes.com, Lakeport, telephone 707-263-0357.
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