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LAKEPORT, Calif. – Terry Lee Cook was born May 21, 1947, in Ticonderoga, New York, to Edward and Agnes Cook.
He survived myriad close calls in Vietnam and other places, only to die on Dec. 2, 2020, in north Lakeport when an encounter with a car ended an autumnal bike ride.
Lee grew up as one of the free-range kids on Water Street in Ti, exploring the creeks, lakes and hills of his hometown. In Ticonderoga, he carried on the multi-generation family tradition of volunteer firefighting. He graduated from Ticonderoga High School in the class of 1965.
Following graduation, Lee joined the military. While stationed at Naval Air Station Alameda Lee met Denise “DeeDee” Rimes, his first love. They married in 1968 and moved to Ticonderoga at the end of his enlistment. Their son, Darby, was born in New York.
Lee rejoined the Navy in 1972 and served at a number of duty stations around the country. DeeDee died at Naval Air Station Memphis in 1981 from multiple chronic medical conditions.
He was not alone long. Through DeeDee Lee had met George and Lenore Clark, whose daughter Janice became his second love. Lee and Jan were married in 1982, and he became a dad again when Eleanor was born in California.
Lee retired from the Navy in 1988 and the family moved to Lakeport to be near Jan’s family.
He always preferred wrenches to gavels, and could often be found wielding tools at such places as Lakeport Speedway, the Ely Stage Stop & Country Museum, Konocti Rod and Gun Club, Konocti Fiddle Club performances, the Falling Leaves Quilt Show, and the Joy Madeiros Veterans Museum. His friends knew they could count on him for help and advice with their equipment, vehicles and life in general.
Lee was a member of the Lake County Historical Society, Vietnam Veterans of America, North Coast Racing Association, Lake County Symphony Association, the Lake County Civil War Round Table and the National Rifle Association.
He is survived by his wife, Jan; son and daughter-in-law Darby and Jennifer Cook of Stanwood, Washington; daughter, Eleanor Cook of Klamath Falls, Oregon; sister, Barbara Lindsey of Florida; brothers and spouses, Francis and Jerri Cook of Crown Point, New York, Don and Judy Cook of Florida, Tim and Patty Cook, and Jeff and Joanne Cook, both of Ticonderoga, and Steve Cook and Jenny Larmore of South Carolina; grandchildren, Emily, Jaren and Edwin of Stanwood, Washington; brother-in-law, Gordon Abare of Ticonderoga; sister-in-law and husband, Elaine and Trett Bishop of Lakeport; nephew, Russell Bishop of Lakeport; as well as many nieces, nephews and cousins around the country.
He is predeceased by his first wife Denise; parents, Ed and Agnes Cook; and sister, Norma Abare.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to the Lake County Historical Society’s blacksmith shop project. Contact LCHS, P O Box 1011, Lakeport CA 95453.
Due to pandemic restrictions, there will be no services at this time, but plans are being made for a memorial service when conditions permit. Arrangements are by Chapel of the Lakes, Lakeport.
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David ‘Little Man’ Leroy White Frease Jr.
LAKE COUNTY, Calif. – David was born Aug. 25, 1976, to Winifred White and David Frease Sr.
He was born and raised in Woodland, California, by his loving native family.
His son, David White-Beltran, was born in 1995. In 1998 he moved to Lakeport with family.
He married his wife, Lynn White in 2005 and had their first daughter, Alexis White that same year, and their second daughter, Amanda White, in 2007.
David was very close to his sister, Buffy Jimenez. He also has a brother, David Frease, and a sister, Dave’t Frease, as well as many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, brothers and sisters (cousins).
David loved comedy live or recorded, music played loud and good food. He was always up for a good laugh, taking a drive or just staying home and relaxing.
He was a friend to everyone regardless of stature. We will miss him very much.
Arrangements by Chapel of the Lakes Mortuary, 707-263-0357 or 707-994-5611, or visit wwwchapelofthelakes.com.
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Charles 'Chaz' Peter Jack
LAKE COUNTY, Calif. – Charles “Chaz” Peter Jack began his journey home on Nov. 28, 2020.
Chaz was born July 25, 1967, to Wilma Ellen Gomez (deceased) and Valentino Peter Jack (deceased).
Chaz was a member of the Big Valley Rancheria where he lived his entire life.
He is survived by his lifelong partner, Cherene Hopper; aunt, Carol Gomez; sisters, Carla, Valerie, Selena, Marcelina and Janine; brothers, Kelly, Philip, Jeremiah and Michael; and many nieces, nephews, grand-nephews and grand-nieces.
Chaz did not have any biological children of his own but treated his nieces and nephews like they were his own and they all loved him in return. He was always present in their lives from the time they were born. He was always willing to help his family. He even helped to raise a few of his nephews and nieces himself. He was a good man and cared a lot about his fellow tribal community members.
As a kid, he loved the game of baseball. He always played the pitcher position. His favorite baseball team was the Oakland A’s and his favorite football team was the Pittsburg Steelers since he was a kid.
He played in the Lake County Little League, a Native American Boy’s Baseball League where he was voted best pitcher one year. As an adult he played in the Native Softball Circuit and the Lake County Softball Association until he started to have knee problems, but he still joked with the guys about getting ready for softball.
Chaz was loved and will be greatly missed by his family and friends … until we meet on the other side, Rest Well, my Brother.
Arrangements by Chapel of the Lakes Mortuary, 707-263-0357 or 707-994-5611, or visit wwwchapelofthelakes.com.
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