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Stephen H. Nicholls. Courtesy photo.
Stephen was born in Cokeville, Wyoming on Aug. 16, 1931, to Stephen L. and Iris M. Nicholls.
He passed away June 3, 2025, in Lakeport, California.
After high school Steve joined the U.S. Army and became a paratrooper. He married his high school sweetheart, Margaret Crowder, in 1951. After he was honorably discharged, he attended Oregon State University, receiving a doctorate in pharmacy.
In 1958, Steve, Margaret and daughters, Jackie and Toni, moved to Healdsburg, California where he had his first job as a pharmacist.
In 1963, with the addition of their third daughter Tammy, the family moved to Lakeport and purchased Lakeport Drug Store. In 1964 Nichi was born and the family was complete.
After owning Lakeport Drug Store for over 30 years, he sold the store. He then worked as a relief pharmacist in Lakeport until he retired in 2003.
Steve loved skin diving, bottom fishing, camping in Fort Bragg, yoga and bike riding. He enjoyed watching all sports, especially the OSU Beavers and looked forward to his daily phone calls with his friend Don Browning discussing the S.F. Giants and 49ers.
Steve was predeceased by his parents, his devoted wife, Margaret R. Nicholls and his best friend and companion, Buddy the cocker spaniel.
He is survived by his daughters, Jackie (Rob) Akins, Toni (Frank) Chilton, Tammy Nicholls and Nichi Winchester; grandchildren, Alesha (Dan), Stephen, Melissa, and Cory (Shannon); and three great grandchildren, Robby, Maddie and Jordan. He is also survived by his sister, Norma Bessy of Myrtle Point, Oregon.
Stephen H. Nicholls. Courtesy photo.
The family would like to thank the staff at Lakeport Post Acute for their kindness and care of our Dad over the past two months.
Donation in Steve’s memory may be made to, Joy Madeiros Veterans Museum, 857 11th St., Lakeport, CA 95453.
We miss you, Dad.
Visitation will be held at Chapel of the Lakes Mortuary on Thursday, June 12, from 4 to 5 p.m.
A memorial service will be held at Chapel of the Lakes Mortuary on Friday, June 13, at 1 p.m. with graveside interment to follow at Hartley Cemetery.
Arrangements by Chapel of the Lakes Mortuary, 707-263-0357 or 707-994-5611, or visit www.chapelofthelakes.com.
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Mary Secord. Courtesy photo.
Mary Secord. Courtesy photo.
Mary Secord
1925-2025
LAKEPORT, Calif. — Mary passed away Saturday morning, May 31, 2025, at her home in Lakeport.
She was born October 26, 1925, just a few months shy of becoming 100 years old.
She is survived by her two sons, Don and his wife Sabrina, and Dave and his wife, Marla; five grandchildren, Barth, Kelly, Laura, Chris and Eric; and three great-grandchildren, Paisley, Bridget and Evelyn, who called her "Grandmama.”
Mary was an active member of the Garden Club for 43 years spending five of those years as the president. She left her mark of beautiful floral arrangements trailing up and down Main Street over many years, assisting with the club's efforts of beautifying their community.
To her family, she will forever and always be remembered as a woman who was the very definition of the Golden Age. She made incredible meals, tended to her beautiful garden, and hosted with grace making it unforgettable and appear effortless. She lived a remarkable life and is now with our Lord and Savior, her husband Jack, and is in a garden that we can only dream of.
Rest in Peace, Mary.
The gathering will be held at Chapel of the Lakes Mortuary, 1625 N. High St., Lakeport, at 11 a.m. Friday, June 6, with the funeral service at noon followed by interment at Hartley Cemetery. A reception to be announced at the service.
Arrangements by Chapel of the Lakes Mortuary, 707-263-0357 or 707-994-5611, or visit chapelofthelakes.com.
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Richard Floyd Wolfe
1931-2025
Richard Floyd Wolfe was born Aug. 17, 1931, in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, to Walter and Evelyn Wolfe. Richard was the fifth of nine children.
At 17 years of age, he joined the Marines, following in his older brothers’ footsteps. He served for four years during the Korean War. Richard was discharged in San Diego and went to work at a moving company, delivering furniture throughout the United States. He eventually moved to the Los Angeles area, where he found steady work in construction.
Richard moved to Lake County, California, in the late 1960s and opened Wolfe Mobile Home Services, setting up mobile homes throughout the county.
In 1973, he came under the spell of the charming Evelyn Prather and married her in 1975.
Richard, also known as Dick or “Chief,” gained seven stepsons and their families through this union.
He worked for the Lake County Building Co. as a building inspector from 1975 to 1993.
Retired, but never idle, Dick and Evelyn joined a square dancing group and traveled to other counties for dances. They were the No. 1 fans of the “Prather Brothers,” Evelyn’s sons’ band, dancing together until the concerts were over.
“Chief” helped build several of his stepsons’ homes and did repairs when needed. He was always the first to lend a helping hand for family and friends.
Dick was a wonderful husband, stepfather, grandpa, brother, uncle and friend. He will be reunited with his beloved wife, Evelyn; stepsons, Darryl (Lela) and Donny (Mary); daughter-in-law, Joni (Danny); and four of his siblings.
Dick leaves behind his stepsons, Steven (Jennifer), Mike (Kathy), Gary (Cathy), Danny and Tim (Linda); numerous grandchildren; great-grandchildren; two great-great grandchildren; and his niece, Debi Malley.
He is also survived by his sisters, Miriam and Loretta; brother, Barry; and numerous other nieces and nephews.
A graveside memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, June 20, at the Kelseyville Cemetery.
Arrangements by Chapel of the Lakes Mortuary, 707-263-0357 or 707-994-5611, or visit www.chapelofthelakes.com.
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