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- Written by: Elizabeth Larson
Larry Andrew Pitts Sr. died unexpectedly on Feb. 22, 2023.
He was born Nov. 14, 1964, to Diane Butler and Donald Seck.
Larry was later adopted by his uncle and aunt, John and Ann Pitts.
He traveled the world as a military dependent and developed a love for traveling.
Larry explored many places in his 58 years of life. He was a nomad of sorts, but for whatever reason Clearlake, California always called him back.
A private visitation ceremony was performed in his honor, with his four children, and ex-wife Judy Pitts, before cremation.
There was a roadside memorial set up in his memory. Larry’s ashes will remain in Tennessee with future plans to spread a little in each place his children visit in his honor.
He is survived by his brother, Michael Pitts; children, Angela Lyon, 36, John Pitts, 34, Leann Pitts, 32, and Larry Pitts Jr., 30; and nine grandchildren.
Care entrusted to Chapel of the Lakes Mortuary FD1336, www.chapelofthelakes.com, 707-263-0357.
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SPARKS, Nevada — I am heartbroken to announce the passing of my loving father and best friend, Sam Frank Malta, age 80, of Sparks, Nevada on Feb. 23, 2023.
Sam is survived by his daughter, Tammy (Chris) Rieken of Reno; sister, Linda Milligan; brother-in-law, Ken Phillips; sister-in-law, Lola Malta; three grandchildren, Brandon, Alyson and Shane Rieken; and many nieces and nephews.
Sam was a professional meat cutter and business owner and proudly served as a petty officer in the United States Navy from 1960-1964. He enjoyed retirement the last 30 years.
Sam’s passions included fishing, golf, San Francisco Giants and 49ers. His daughter Tammy shares his love of baseball and she is grateful to him that she is not an LA Dodgers fan!
Sam is remembered and loved by many friends, neighbors and family for his smile, kind heart, mentorship, attitude of gratitude, generosity and dedication to all who he cared about.
Lastly, Sam was a gardener and his tomatoes and sweet peas will surely be missed!
Sam will be reunited with his beloved wife Victoria Marie of 60 years who passed seven years ago. He will join Victoria in eternal rest on Monday, March 13, 2023 at Northern Nevada Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Fernley, Nevada.
A celebration of Sam’s life will be announced at a later date.
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LAKE COUNTY, Calif. — Gerald Bruce Pachie passed away on Saturday, March 4, 2023, at the age of 79.
He was born and raised in Middletown, California.
Bruce was a proud veteran of the United States Army. He served in Vietnam for which he received multiple awards: two Purple Hearts, Air Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medal with triple Bronze Star attachment, Combat Infantryman Badge, Republic of Vietnam Campaign Ribbon, Expert Rifle Badge with rifle bar, and Parachutist Badge.
While training at Fort Benning, Georgia, he met and married the love of his life, Shirley Wander.
Following his years serving in the military, they returned to Middletown to raise their family.
Bruce began his 42-year career with PG&E as a lineman and eventually became a troubleman until his retirement.
Bruce loved the outdoors and hunting, a passion he shared with his two sons and his grandchildren.
A longtime hunter, Bruce enjoyed hunting out at Guenoc Ranch and out-of-state trips to Idaho and Wyoming. He loved packing into the mountains on his beloved horses. He also enjoyed his dogs and hunting pheasant.
Bruce loved high school sports and went to as many games and rodeos as he could, to watch his sons and grandchildren participate. He was a Founding Board Member for both the Middletown Colts Football Program, as well as the Middletown Cobb Little League.
He loved the small-town life of Middletown and was always ready to support local businesses, schools and anything that would benefit the kids.
He was an avid supporter of FFA, 4H and local horse clubs and made sure the lights at the Central Park Arena were ready for Middletown Days and summer riding.
Bruce is survived by his wife of 57 years, Shirley Pachie; two sons, Louie Pachie (Patsy), Greg Pachie (Lisa); and his three grandchildren, Rebecca (Scott), Gracie and Tanner.
His pride and joy were his grandchildren, and he was elated to soon be welcoming his first great-grandchild.
He is also survived by his sister, Carolyn (Tom McMahon); brothers, Larry Menzio (Martha) and Eric Nelson; and nieces and nephews.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the following organizations that Bruce was a proud founder and supporter of:
• Middletown Cobb Little League;
• Middletown Colts Football Program;
• Middletown High School Football Program.