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Wesley W. Robinson
1948-2025
It is with heavy, but oh so grateful hearts that we announce the passing of Wesley W. Robinson Sr., 77, of Lakeport, California.
He peacefully left us knowing, without a doubt, how deeply he was loved on Dec. 29, 2025, in Sebastopol, California — just one day shy of the 58th wedding anniversary to his forever bride, Ginna.
Wes, affectionately known as “Smiley” throughout his childhood and into adulthood, entered this world on Sept. 8, 1948, in San Francisco. He was welcomed by his parents, Woody and Geneva Robinson, and siblings Larry, Fred, Linda and Judy.
Wes grew up in the Buri Buri area of South San Francisco, attending El Camino High School through his junior year. Wes transferred to Capuchino High School for his senior year, Class of 1966.
It was at Capuchino where he met Ginna Campbell — and where their love story began.
Wes and Ginna were married on Dec. 30, 1967, in San Bruno, with their reception held at the Millbrae Pancake House. Married at just 17 and 19 years old, they were told by many that they were too young and that it would never last.
They were clearly wrong. Through near and far, richer and poorer, sickness and health, Wes and Ginna shared a love that others admired and envied, proving the naysayers wrong time and time again.
Together, Wes and Ginna made their home in several Peninsula cities, including Millbrae, San Bruno, San Mateo, Foster City, Woodside and Redwood City, before ultimately finding their slice of heaven in Lakeport, California, where they moved in 1991.
In 2021, they followed their daughter and son-in-law to Idaho, where they resided until November 2025. They returned to Lakeport on Nov. 24, 2025, and Wes was hospitalized the following day.
Along with his brother Fred, Wes owned and operated A-1 Auto Body Shop, located at 1720 El Camino Real in San Bruno, from 1977 to 2010. Wes and Ginna worked side by side at the shop for 33 years — Wes in the shop and Ginna handling the books. Wes had a work ethic like no other and truly lived by the motto “Work hard, play harder.” Over the years, he built lasting friendships with customers and colleagues alike.
The shop provided a wonderful life for Wes and his family. He and Ginna raised four children, beginning in 1968 with three daughters and welcoming their son in 1979. From family vacations to birthdays and holidays, Wes worked tirelessly to provide the best life possible for his crew. He never — not once — failed any of us.
Wes was a lifelong athlete, beginning with Little League baseball as a child. He continued through high school sports and later played softball in San Mateo-area leagues for many years. Sports were where Wes formed many of his lifelong friendships. He was a generous friend, and it’s often been said, “Everyone loves Wes.”
Wes loved the San Francisco 49ers, the San Francisco Giants, playing tennis and ultimately golf. He loved music — especially doo-wop, 60s and 70s soft rock — and “Miracles” by Jefferson Starship will forever be their song.
He loved a ruby–red grapefruit and raspberry vodka in a red solo cup, good food and boating on Clear Lake.
Wes was a go-with-the-flow kind of guy, and it didn't matter what he was doing as long as he was doing it with Ginna, his family and his friends. As long as everyone was having a good time, all was right in his world.
Wes will forever be loved and missed by his wife, Ginna; daughters, Shauna (Dave), Linda (Manuel) and Shea (Daryl); and son, Wesley Jr. (Sho).
He was adored by and deeply involved in the lives of his 16 grandchildren and six great-grandchildren, and he was looking forward to welcoming two more great-granddaughters in the spring. He also leaves behind many relatives and friends who will forever cherish his memory.
Please join us in celebrating Wes’s life on Jan. 24 at the Lakeport Senior Center, 527 Konocti Ave., Lakeport, at noon for lunch, music, stories — and no doubt, many tears.
Our Dad’s greatest mission in life was making sure our mom was taken care of.
You can finally rest now, Dad, knowing that we have it from here.
Arrangements by Chapel of the Lakes Mortuary, 707-263-0357 or 707-994-5611, or visit chapelofthelakes.com.
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In Loving Memory of Brandi Vanessa Wildman
Brandi Vanessa Wildman, born Jan. 6, 1984, in Clearlake, California, passed away suddenly in San Francisco on Sept. 29, 2025.
Brandi attended school in Clearlake and was a member of Calvary Chapel during her childhood. She grew up in Clearlake, had many friends there, and later lived in Missouri.
Brandi is lovingly remembered by her father, Robert Wildman and Suzanne; her mother, Michelle Rammig; her children, Isiah Wildman and Albie Gallon; her sister, Noelle Araujo; and her brothers, Matthew Rammig and Bronson Wildman.
She is also survived by her grandmother, Pauline Wildman; along with many nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins and many friends, including best friend Daniel Ghilarducci.
As an adult, Brandi made San Francisco her home, a city she loved deeply. She was a beautiful soul, outspoken and strong, with a soft heart beneath a tough exterior. Brandi loved fiercely, lived on her own terms, and never allowed the opinions of others to dim her spirit.
Her absence leaves a void that can never be filled, but her memory will live on in the hearts of all who knew and loved her.
Services will be announced.
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Deborah Christine Jackson was born Dec. 30, 1977, to James and Nancy Blacketer, in Paradise, California.
As a child, Debbie grew up in Kelseyville, California, and graduated from Kelseyville High School.
As an adult, Debbie moved back to Paradise, where she met and married her husband, Daron Jackson, a firefighter, and gave birth to the light of her life, her son, Wyatt.
For the past 12 years, Debbie and her family have resided in Lakeport, California.
Debbie had a passion for cooking and worked for Lakeport Unified School District, in the Food Services Department, preparing meals for the children at Lakeport Elementary. She also enjoyed crafting, candlemaking, as well as restoring and building furniture.
Tragically, Debbie suddenly passed away on Dec. 16, 2025, at the age of 47, just two weeks shy of her 48th birthday.
In life, Debbie was always a giver and was always the first to step up and help when others were in need.
In her final act on this earth, Debbie gave the gift of life to others by being an organ and tissue donor. Thanks to her selflessness, Debbie's gifts became the Christmas miracle five families desperately needed. Debbie’s heart now beats on in a woman in Southern California. Her lungs went to someone in Washington. Her liver went to someone in San Francisco, and her kidneys helped two people — one in Southern California and one in New York.
Debbie is preceded in death by her mother, Nancy Thomas, of Kelseyville; stepmother, Kelly Blacketer, of Paradise; and her grandparents, Anita Flower of Anchorage, Alaska, Virgil Blacketer of Paradise, and Robert Lentz Sr. and Hazel Lentz, both of Oroville, California.
Debbie was loved by so many. She is survived by her father, James Blacketer; stepfather, Marc Thomas; husband, Daron Jackson; son, Wyatt; sisters, Sarah Blacketer, Michele Tanico and Holly Zickenberg; aunts, Barbara Kitchen, Linda Cossairt, Paula Munjar, Jeanette Nielsen, Susan Conlon-Hayton, Kate Anderson-Ballou and Cynthia Lentz; uncles, Bruce Ballou, Ray Ballou, Bob Lentz and Don Cossairt; nieces, Jazmyn and Mychele; nephew, Connor Schweifler; numerous cousins; very dear friend, Andy; and countless other close friends.
A celebration of life will be held for Debbie at a later date.
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