UPPER LAKE, Calif. — Pam passed away at age 75 on Friday, April 30, 2021 in Upper Lake.

She was born Nov. 23, 1945, in Lakeport, California, and raised as a fourth generation pear farmer in Scotts Valley.

Pam grew up on the back of her favorite mare, Misty. You could always find Mom on a tractor in the orchards.

Mom was ambitious in life’s journey. She acquired her pilots licence, illustrated children's books and appraised prized racehorses. She even sat on the Lake County Planning Commission.

Mom loved her books and had a keen eye for antiques. She had boundless energy, most youngsters had trouble keeping up with her, she was still running a forklift for the county schools at the age of 70 and was the best cook I will ever know.

Pam is survived by her three daughters; four grandchildren; and one great-grandchild.

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


“Mother, you left us
beautiful memories,
your love is still our guide,
although we cannot see you,
you’re always at our side.”

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Published: 15 June 2021

LAKE COUNTY, Calif. — Jeanne Marie Clemons was born Dec. 29, 1933, in San Francisco, California, and passed away June 1, 2021, surrounded by her family.

Jeanne was the only child to Ben and Emily Scott.

Jeanne would vacation with her parents, aunts, uncles and cousins in Lake County. In 1951 it was the year for Blue Lakes and when she met her soulmate, best friend and love of her life, Clyde. In 1952 they were married and were so for an amazing 66 years.

Clyde and Jeanne lived in the Bay Area for 32 years and raised three children. Jeanne was a homemaker and business partner to Clyde’s Tires. On the weekends she would help sell these tires at AC Flea Market in Castro Valley and later at the Freemont Drive-in Market.

Clyde and Jeanne had a summer home in Clearlake that they retired to in 1984 with children Karen and Rick following.

Jeanne continued as a homemaker and helped care for her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Jeanne was a loving, strong woman with a pure heart and a family that was her life. Jeanne’s family was also blessed as she was their life and heart.

Everyday her family would come for morning coffee and in the evenings a glass of wine or two. She would have weekly calls with her son, John, and every Friday night with cousin Joan who both still lived in the Bay Area.

Jeanne was an extraordinary wife, mother, grandmother, Nana, cousin, sister and friend. All of those who knew her would say what a beautiful woman she was.

Jeanne is once again with her love, Clyde.

Jeanne leaves behind her daughter, Karen Morrell; son, Rick Clemons; son, John Clemons (Cheryl McAlice); granddaughter, Christine Gonzales (Edward Gonzales); grandson, Jason Clemons; grandson, Brandon Clemons (Sara Clemons); great-grandchildren, Elias Lee Clemons, Willie Clyde Gonzales, Jayden Paige Clemons, Kaylie Ann-Marie Armstrong, Madeline Raychel-Jean Armstrong; cousin, Joan Aylworth (Jim Aylworth); and “sisters,” Evelyn Clemons and Carol Wofford.

Private services will be held with family. Family asks in lieu of flowers please donate to the American Heart Association.

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

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Published: 12 June 2021

LAKE COUNTY, Calif. — Roger Smith passed away suddenly from a massive heart attack early Easter morning at the age of 83.

Roger is best known for his beautiful portraits and other art works, and his resonant baritone opera voice.

He was a type of Renaissance man, because he is also known for three amazing large log homes that he built in British Columbia and Idaho, as a younger man.

He moved to Lakeport in 2012, in semi retirement, and continued with his opera and art work, teaching art at the Main Street Gallery in Lakeport, painting portraits and driving to the Bay Area to perform with the Verismo Opera Co.

Roger is survived by his son, Robert; stepson, Eddie; and sister, Naida.

A celebration of life will be held at 1 p.m. Sunday, June 27, at the Seventh-day Adventist Church, 1111 Park Way, Lakeport.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the UCSF Kidney Project, P.O. Box 45339, San Francisco, CA 94145.

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Published: 11 June 2021