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LOWER LAKE, Calif. – Nathan M. Brown I entered into rest on Saturday, May 7, 2016, in Lower Lake.

A native of Lakeport, Nathan had lived in Lake County for 55 years. He was a member of the Elem Indian Colony.

Nathan is survived by five sons: Nathan, Ruben, Robert, Lamont and Ricky; daughter, Angelina; four grandsons; 11 granddaughters; two great-grandsons; one great-granddaughter; two sisters, Mable Fourkiller and Sarah Garcia; two brothers, Carter Sr. and Thomas Leon Brown; along with numerous nieces and nephews.

Nathan also is survived by his life-long love Olivia Rosales Brown. He will be met by his father Calvin and mother Theresa, brothers Stephen and Anthony.

Friends are invited to a Waya ceremony at Jones & Lewis Clear Lake Memorial Chapel beginning at 1 p.m. on Tuesday, May 10, 2016.

Please share your loving thoughts and memories of Nathan by signing his online guestbook at www.jonesandlewis.com and www.legacy.com .

Vernon G. Davis, “Jerry,” age 70, died from a natural causes on April 13, 2016, in Portland, Ore.

He was born on Feb. 2, 1946, to parents Vernon and Aletta. He grew up in Oklahoma and Southern California.

Jerry lived in Northern California (Lake County) for many years with his then-wife, Linda, and their children while running their family businesses (Gene’s Fountain and Lower Lake Feed).

Eventually Jerry moved to  the Pacific Northwest, where he resided for the past 22 years. While living in Vancouver, Wash., he met his late wife, Tracy. He and Tracy retired together with their bulldogs to Ocean Park. 

Jerry was well known for his gruff voice and vibrant personality. He enjoyed chatting with all he encountered, almost anything was a topic of conversation, he was an gun enthusiast, enjoyed old cars and the beach.

He was a member of The Moose Lodge, Beach Barons Car Club in Ocean Park, Wash., and the Masonic Lodges in Clearlake and San Jose, Calif. He enjoyed his “retirement” by running Bulldog Firearms.

Jerry is survived by his daughter, Carrie (Ellcessor) and her husband Josh, of Brentwood, Calif.; his son, Matthew and his wife Donna of Sacramento; his siblings, Shelia (Henness) and brother Allen. He is also leaving behind three granddaughters, Ashley, Lauren and Elizabeth, and grandson Miles, along with many nieces and nephews.

He is preceded in death by his wife, Tracy, and his parents.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be sent to Legacy Hopewell House Hospice, 6171 S.W. Capitol Highway, Portland, OR 97239-2649.

CLEARLAKE, Calif. – On Thursday, May 26, golf carts will be crisscrossing the Hidden Valley Lake Golf Course at St. Helena Hospital Clear Lake’s 12th annual Charity Golf Tournament and Silent Auction.

The golfers will be traveling the 18 holes of the course in support of those in the community without access to reliable transportation as the hospital raises funds for its More Than Wheels Campaign.

The always-popular event will include contests, prizes, a barbecue dinner and a silent auction.

The tournament returns to Hidden Valley Lake’s course after the cancellation of the 2015 event due to the Valley Fire.

“It is so great to see everyone having a fantastic time out on the course,” said Philip “Flip” Fitch, the tournament director and a member of the surgical services team at St. Helena Hospital Clear Lake. “It’s even more rewarding to know that the event is supporting a great cause.”

The More Than Wheels Campaign is raising funds to purchase an additional patient transport vehicle, pay for a driver’s salary for one year and to establish an “After Hours” fund to cover cab and bus fare.

Patient transportation is a key need, and the hospital is thankful for the many partners who understand the importance of ensuring patients have access to the quality care they need.

Sponsors of the 2016 tournament include Dr. Marc Shapiro, Dr. Jeon Sik Park, Mendo-Lake Home Respiratory Services, Credit Bureau of Ukiah, Kathy Cole and Carlton Jacbson.

Silver Sponsors include Helathcare Revenue Management and CMRE Financial Services. Gold Sponsors include the California Medical Group, Jones Lang LaSalle, Redbud Health Care District, Ukiah Valley Medical Center, Coastal Mountain Electric, Feather River Hospital and Dr. Patrick Im, DDS. Eagle Sponsors include Dr. Scott Welker and the Affiliated Pathologists Medical Group.

Sponsorship opportunities are still available and individual golfers and teams can register to participate. Community members are also invited to come for the evening dinner and silent auction.

More information and registration details are online at www.shclgolf2016.eventbrite.com . Contact Philip “Flip” Fitch and the tournament team at 707-349-0819 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. with any questions.

CLEARLAKE, Calif. – Habitat for Humanity Lake County welcomes the community to attend the dedication of its newest home on Saturday, May 21.

The event will take place beginning at 11:30 a.m. at the home, located at 3848 Oakland Ave. in Clearlake. 

This will be the 19th home Habitat for Humanity Lake County has produced for community families, and all are welcome to come, share a meal, welcome the O’Keefe family to the neighborhood and see what a Habitat house is like.
 
If you or someone you know would benefit from the Habitat for Humanity Homeownership program, if you have questions, or if you would like to donate or volunteer for an upcoming build, you are encouraged to visit www.lakehabitat.org or come by the office at 16285 A Main St. in Lower Lake for a pre-application.

More information also is available by calling the office at 707-994-1100.

LAKEPORT, Calif. – The Lake County Library Literacy Program will have a training for volunteer tutors on Monday, June 6.

The training will take place from noon to 5 p.m. at the Lakeport Library, 1425 N. High St.

Participants will learn useful techniques for teaching adults to read and practice the techniques with a partner.

Upon completion of the training, tutors will be matched with adult learners in a variety of settings around the county.

Those who want to help adults learn to read are encouraged to attend.

For more information or to register call 707-263-7633.

CLEARLAKE OAKS, Calif. – The inaugural Northshore Volunteer Firefighters inaugural Fireman's Ball will be held on Saturday, May 21.

The event will take place beginning at 6 p.m. at the Clearlake Oaks Moose Lodge, located at Highway 20 and Highway 53.

There will be dinner catered by Fresh and Bangin' of Lucerne, live music and auction.

The cost is $50 per couple or $30 per single ticket. The presale tickets are limited to 250 and are available at the Lucerne Fire Station and other volunteers.

The group also is looking for gifts of items products or services for the private auction fundraiser.

For more information call 707-350-0383 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .