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LAKE COUNTY, Calif. — Justin Gessler Baze, age 26, went to be with Jesus on April 2, 2022.
Justin was born on Sept. 27, 1995, to Harry Gessler and Rose Marie Crandell Gessler. Just before his seventh birthday he was entrusted to the care of Don Baze and Kim Costa-Baze who had the honor and pleasure of raising him and being his parents from that time forward.
Justin was raised in Lake County; he attended Konocti Christian Academy and graduated from Kelseyville High School. Justin was loved by his birth family and his adoptive family, and all of his family relationships were important to him.
Justin also treasured his friendships and always aimed to make his friends smile. Justin enjoyed nature and adventure, climbing trees and snowboarding, kayaking, baseball, riding motorcycles and using his street cars as 4x4s on the backroads of Lake County!
He loved bright colors and strong music; he was creative and kind. He always had a smile and a hug to share, also a tender heart for animals and people in need. Anyone who spent time with Justin was aware of his gentle and generous nature.
As a teenager, Justin participated in mission work in Mexico, India and Nepal.
This side of Heaven, it seems Justin is gone much too soon and we will all miss him. Because of God’s faithful promises, we know Justin is celebrating ultimate love, joy and freedom in the presence of the King of all creation, and enjoying perfect life without end. We rejoice in that understanding, and look forward to a Heavenly reunion!
A time of worship and celebration of Justin’s life is scheduled for Saturday July 16, from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., at the Cobb Mountain Community Fellowship, 15460 Highway 175, Cobb.
Instead of flowers or other gifts, the family encourages donating to one of the ministries that Justin served, an orphanage and outreach program in Mexico called The Mission (Rancho de Sus Ninos).
Care entrusted to Chapel of the Lakes Mortuary FD1336, Lakeport, CA, 707-263-0357 www.chapeklofthelakes.com.
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NORTHERN CALIFORNIA — Orle Marvin Jackson, born June 19, 1942, passed away May 28, 2022, after an extended illness.
He was predeceased by his father Marvin Knapp Jackson and his mother Janette Croswell Jackson.
Orle is survived by two sisters, Carole Jackson of Oneonta New York and Lori Jackson-Wikoff of Otego, New York, a niece, Nichole Lindsley, a brother-in-law, James Wikoff, and long-time friend Steve Shoub.
Orle was raised on a small dairy farm in the small rural town of Otego in upstate New York. He graduated from high school and then attended the State University of New York College at Oneonta where he received his degree in biology. He taught high school biology in Ilion, New York. Wanting to experience new opportunities, he spent a year in Venezuela teaching biology.
After his adventures in South America, he moved to California. Following his continued desire to help people, he headed the Alameda County Drug and Alcohol Abuse Program, worked with Pros for Kids, and developed a community food garden.
Moving to Red Bluff, California more than 13 years ago, he immediately engaged in his love of helping people by co-founding and serving as volunteer executive director of Tehama Together, a nonprofit organization aimed at developing programs to improve the lives of those living in and around Red Bluff and Tehama County. He was a frequent community collaborator, convener, volunteer and advocate for food, health related and community initiatives.
Orle played an instrumental role in bringing the 2-1-1 Program to Tehama County, initiating the Community Food Alliance, coordinating food pantries, promoting local gleaning activities and farmers' markets.
Other accomplishments included promoting local farms and ranches and their products through the Farm to Table dinners, establishing the Non-Profit Roundtable and so many other programs to benefit the community. He assisted in capacity building and launching incubator programs such as the Tehama Film Commission, SALT Ranch and many more. Through his leadership, and the volunteers he recruited these programs thrive.
Orle received many awards and recognition for his work, including the Chamber of Commerce Senior Citizen of the Year, the Kiwanis Certificate of Appreciation, and the California State Assembly Lifetime Achievement Award, among others.
Orle loved what he did and enjoyed meeting and getting to know everyone. He always found time to listen and provide support wherever he could to friends and family. He will be remembered by his family as a loving and supportive son and brother. His community will remember him as one of the most generous, involved, and forward-thinking organizers of his time.
Orle will be missed by many close friends and those whose lives he touched. We love you Orle and will always remember all that you have accomplished and brought to our lives!
Everyone whose life he touched is invited to a celebration of life to be held at the Red Bluff Community Center at 1500 S. Jackson St., Red Bluff, California, on Saturday, July 16, at 2 p.m.
The family has requested in lieu of flowers that donations be made to the Orle Jackson Memorial Fund %Tehama Together at 345 Hickory Street, Red Bluff, CA 96080, https://www.facebook.com/tehamatogether for additional questions 530-527-2223.
He was predeceased by his father Marvin Knapp Jackson and his mother Janette Croswell Jackson.
Orle is survived by two sisters, Carole Jackson of Oneonta New York and Lori Jackson-Wikoff of Otego, New York, a niece, Nichole Lindsley, a brother-in-law, James Wikoff, and long-time friend Steve Shoub.
Orle was raised on a small dairy farm in the small rural town of Otego in upstate New York. He graduated from high school and then attended the State University of New York College at Oneonta where he received his degree in biology. He taught high school biology in Ilion, New York. Wanting to experience new opportunities, he spent a year in Venezuela teaching biology.
After his adventures in South America, he moved to California. Following his continued desire to help people, he headed the Alameda County Drug and Alcohol Abuse Program, worked with Pros for Kids, and developed a community food garden.
Moving to Red Bluff, California more than 13 years ago, he immediately engaged in his love of helping people by co-founding and serving as volunteer executive director of Tehama Together, a nonprofit organization aimed at developing programs to improve the lives of those living in and around Red Bluff and Tehama County. He was a frequent community collaborator, convener, volunteer and advocate for food, health related and community initiatives.
Orle played an instrumental role in bringing the 2-1-1 Program to Tehama County, initiating the Community Food Alliance, coordinating food pantries, promoting local gleaning activities and farmers' markets.
Other accomplishments included promoting local farms and ranches and their products through the Farm to Table dinners, establishing the Non-Profit Roundtable and so many other programs to benefit the community. He assisted in capacity building and launching incubator programs such as the Tehama Film Commission, SALT Ranch and many more. Through his leadership, and the volunteers he recruited these programs thrive.
Orle received many awards and recognition for his work, including the Chamber of Commerce Senior Citizen of the Year, the Kiwanis Certificate of Appreciation, and the California State Assembly Lifetime Achievement Award, among others.
Orle loved what he did and enjoyed meeting and getting to know everyone. He always found time to listen and provide support wherever he could to friends and family. He will be remembered by his family as a loving and supportive son and brother. His community will remember him as one of the most generous, involved, and forward-thinking organizers of his time.
Orle will be missed by many close friends and those whose lives he touched. We love you Orle and will always remember all that you have accomplished and brought to our lives!
Everyone whose life he touched is invited to a celebration of life to be held at the Red Bluff Community Center at 1500 S. Jackson St., Red Bluff, California, on Saturday, July 16, at 2 p.m.
The family has requested in lieu of flowers that donations be made to the Orle Jackson Memorial Fund %Tehama Together at 345 Hickory Street, Red Bluff, CA 96080, https://www.facebook.com/tehamatogether for additional questions 530-527-2223.
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Mary Lorena DeWaal
Sept. 27, 1936 — June 21, 2022
LAKE COUNTY, Calif. — Mary was born to Ray and Lorena Burnett in Richfield, Idaho.
Mary raised her children, Katherine Huot, Bill DeWaal Jr., Gary DeWaal, Karen Carter and Carol Dunn with unconditional love with her husband William DeWaal.
She also leaves behind seven grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews; and two sisters, Romana Buss and Margaret Gunther.
Mary traveled with her husband to fairs where she had an art center for children. She enjoyed Lakeport Speedway, Bingo, trips to Reno and Fort Bragg and meeting people .
Graveside memorial service will be held at Kelseyville Cemetery on Friday, Aug. 5, at 11 a.m.
Arrangements by Chapel of the Lakes Mortuary, 707-263-0357 or 707-994-5611, or visit www.chapelofthelakes.com.
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