LAKEPORT, Calif. – Gerald James Mohl passed away on Feb. 28, 2020, after battling pancreatic cancer.

Gerald was born on July 15, 1945, in Beulah, North Dakota, to Lorraine and Howard Mohl. He grew up in Glendive, Montana, and after high school, he served four years in the United States Navy as a radar man on the aircraft carrier, the USS Wasp.

During his service time, Gerald married Patricia Martin and they spent 55 wonderful years together.

In 1974, he earned his forestry degree from Humboldt State University in Arcata, California, and served with the U.S. Forest Service for the next 32 years in various locations in Montana and California.

Gerry and Tricia have spent the last 42 years of his life here in Lakeport, California. In retirement he had been active with the Elks, volunteering in many capacities, the Buckingham Golf and Country Club as a lifetime member, various veteran groups and helped feed the needy at First Lutheran Church in Lucerne.

In addition to his loving wife, Gerald is survived by his sons, David Mohl and Dane (Ilya) Mohl; grandson, Kai Mohl; step-granddaughter, Nevaeh Lopez; and step-grandsons, Brian and David Smith. He is also survived by his sisters, Sandy (Larry) Martin-Hill, Debbie (Richard) Uhrich; and brother Dennis (Gale) Mohl; as well as many nieces and nephews.

Gerald will be greatly missed by his family and many friends. His favorite saying was "Life is short, but wide," and his life was truly wide.

He was an accomplished long-distance runner and cyclist, and his hobbies included woodworking and flying his Cessna 182.

Graveside memorial service with military honors will be held at Hartley Cemetery - Veteran’s Circle on Saturday, March 21, at 1:30 p.m. A gathering of friends and family will be held directly after the service at the Elks Lodge in Lakeport.

Donations in his memory can be made to either the Military Funeral Honor Team, P.O. Box 1365, Kelseyville, CA 95451, the Lakeport Fire Department or First Lutheran Church, P.O. Box 458, Lucerne, CA 95458.

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

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Written by: Lake County News Reports

Published: 07 March 2020

LAKE COUNTY, Calif. – Todd Tanner died unexpectedly Feb 22, 2020.

He leaves behind two daughters, Torie (Dustin) and Sydnie; his mother, Marilyn (Brian); his longtime best friend, Stacie; brother, Chip; two sisters, Diana (Brian) and Brilynn (Joey); and several nieces and nephews.

Todd had many close personal friends, Joey Brodnik and Mike Patter, his UPS brotherhood, his Lucky 4 friends, and customers who also became friends.

Todd grew up in Lake County. He went to Kelseyville High School and joined the US Army from 1988-1992, serving his country in Desert Storm where he earned a Bronze Star for heroic achievement. He was very proud of his service, as you can still see his American flag flying outside his house.

He worked in the pear sheds, Kelseyville Lumber and the last 20 years for UPS. He loved to fish on the lake with friends, and always enjoyed a good bbq.

Todd loved to joke, tease and give others a bad time, but he also loved deeply from his heart. He consistently wanted to help others.

He spent the last few years of his life supporting various families in need and many veteran causes. Todd would give you the shirt off his back if it meant you were taken care of, before thinking of himself.

Todd was truly in the best place of his life. He will be forever missed, and always in our hearts. His contagious laughter, his silly names for people, his animated storytelling and his passion for the good things in life.

We love you Toddo/Toad/T-Bone.

Graveside memorial service will be held at Sacramento Valley National Cemetery at Dixon, California, on March 19 at 1 p.m. Friends are welcome. A celebration of life will be held locally at a later date.

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

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Written by: Lake County News Reports

Published: 07 March 2020

Lisa Lena Ramirez
March 7, 1965 – March 1, 2020

LAKE COUNTY, Calif. – In loving memory of Lisa Lena Ramirez (Big Sexy).

Lisa is survived by her husband, Arturo Ramirez; children, Alisha Gallardo, Rosalia Villanueva, Isidro Arredondo; step-father, Richard Gomez; grandchildren, Brian Salguero, Connie Salguero, Eduardo Salguero, Crinda Villanueva, Naila Villanueva, Daniel Villanueva; siblings, Doyle Fred, William Fred, Kim Mitchell, Troy Fred, Trina Gomez; and many nieces and nephews.

Traditional Native American visitation will start at Big Valley Gymnasium on Thursday, March 5, at noon and continue to Sunday, March 8, at 11 a.m.

Graveside funeral service will be held St. Mary’s Cemetery on Sunday, March 8, at noon.

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

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Written by: Lake County News Reports

Published: 05 March 2020