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Written by: Elizabeth Larson

Published: 19 October 2019

Stella Vada Agustinovich
Sept. 9, 1924 - Oct. 8, 2019

LAKE COUNTY, Calif. – Mother of four, lover of flowers and cactus, "Mom, you had a great run! We will miss you."

No services to be held at this time.

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: Elizabeth Larson

Published: 16 October 2019

CLEARLAKE OAKS, Calif. – On Sept. 25, 2019, Bob Heeszel lost his battle with cancer with his wife Judy and son John by his side.

He was preceded in death by his parents, John and Frances Heeszel; brother, Ron; and son, Jim.

Bob is survived by his wife, Judy; his son, John; sister, Marlene; brother, Paul (Bev); beloved granddaughters, Jaylene and Amber; and many nieces and nephews.

Bob served in the U.S. Army, and was stationed state side and in Germany.

Bob also was a volunteer firefighter with the Clearlake Oaks Fire Department for more than 40 years. He truly loved the department and "Water Tender 175"!

A special thanks to Hospice Services of Lake County for all you did for Bob and me the six months you helped and all the services that were provided.

A celebration of Bob’s life will be held at a later date, to be announced.

The family is requesting donations in Bob’s name to Hospice Services of Lake County, 1862 Parallel Drive, Lakeport, CA 95453-9388.

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Written by: Elizabeth Larson

Published: 16 October 2019

LAKE COUNTY, Calif. – Richard was born on Jan. 26, 1930, to Manuel and Ermelinda Medeiros and he passed away peacefully at home on Oct. 9, 2019.

Richard grew up on the Portuguese Island of San Miguel, the fifth of eight children. He moved to America in 1948 where he met and married his wife, Frances Soares, in 1950. Together they had five children. Frances passed away in 1993 after 44 years of marriage.

Richard found joy in his faith, especially in hard times. He was thankful and devoted to God all of his life, always reminding us of the Lord’s Prayer, “Thy will be done.” He often told us that we are here on earth for such a short time and that we should be mindful of preparing ourselves for eternity and seeing the face of God.

Richard also found joy in his family; so much happiness with his children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He loved to play his guitar with his brothers and composed many pieces.

Richard is survived by his daughters, Margaret Bandy and Mary (Dave) Morse; son, Dan Medeiros; sister, Rita Silva; grandchildren, Matthew Medeiros, Mark Bandy and Rebecca Bash; and great-grandchildren, Juliana, Barrett, Hannah and Christian.

He is predeceased by his wife, Frances Medeiros; sons, Richard and David Medeiros; and grandson, Ryan Bandy.

Visitation will be held at Chapel of the Lakes Mortuary on Sunday, Oct. 20, from 2 to 4 p.m. with Rosary service at 4 p.m.

Funeral Mass will be held at St. Mary Immaculate on Monday, Oct. 21, at 11 a.m. with interment to follow at St. Mary’s Cemetery.

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