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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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John Dye. Courtesy photo.
LAKE COUNTY, Calif. — John Allen Dye left this world to be with our Lord and Savior, on May 8, 2025, surrounded by his family, who sincerely love him.
In his 81 years of age, John touched the lives of many people as an educator at Clear Lake High, a city councilman, a mayor and as a pastor at Upper Lake First Baptist Church.
Growing up in Martinez, California, John learned to love the outdoors as an Eagle Scout. He also loved music and excelled in several sports, becoming a state diver.
John received a master’s degree in government from Sacramento State College. Interning for the speaker of the California State Assembly, he got to work with Gov. Ronald Reagon, before moving to Lake County.
John lived a full and happy life. Even after a major health crisis in 2017, he didn’t let it get him down. John lived life to the fullest and gave it all he was worth.
John is predeceased by his wife, Gerre Dye; his father, Elmer Dye; his brother, Bruce Dye; and his sister, Peggy Donavan.
He is survived by his mother, June Dye; his brother, Steve Dye and his wife, Toni; his daughter, Lisa Olsen; his son, Casey Dye and his wife, Tina; his grandsons, Bo Daskam, Jack Daskam, Cash Dye and Colton Dye; as well as his many loved cousins, nieces and nephews.
John will be greatly missed. He could make anyone feel comfortable and understood with his easy smile and quick laughter.
A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, June 14, at Lake County Bible Fellowship located at Seventh and Forbes streets in Lakeport. Reception to follow at Lakeport Yacht Club.
Arrangements by Chapel of the Lakes Mortuary, 707-263-0357 or 707-994-5611, or visit www.chapelofthelakes.com.