NORTHERN CALIFORNIA – Leroy “Lee” Leon Aaker passed away in Modesto, Calif., on April 16, 2015, at the age of 83.

Lee is lovingly remembered by his family and those whose lives he touched so dearly with his smile, always-cheerful spirit and twinkling blue eyes.

He is preceded by his death by his father, Louis Martin Aaker; mother, Hazel Marigold Snyder; brothers, Louis Aaker Jr., Lawrence Aaker and Lloyd Aaker; and sister, Hazel Aaker.

Lee is survived by his companion of 25 years, Consuelo Dizon of Modesto; brother, Leslie Aaker and wife Jean of Ashland, Ore.; sisters, Thelma Watson and husband Bob of Fernley, Nev., Marlene Ivicevich of Lakeport, Calif., Kathleen Naval and husband Victor of San Jose, Calif., and Fay Garoutte and husband Steve of Lower Lake, Calif; his ex-wife, Rita Aaker of Loomis, Calif.; son, Mark Aaker and wife Wendy of Yuba City, Calif; son, Michael Aaker and wife Helena of Redondo Beach, Calif.; daughter, Susan Babcock (Aaker) and husband John; daughter, Lynn Montes and husband David of Loomis; seven grandchildren, Jennifer Noe, Stephanie Lind, Brendan Babcock, Spencer Montes, Payton Montes, Jadyn Aaker and Maya Aaker; two great-granddaughters, Dillon and Faith Lind; and many more nieces, nephews and loved ones.

Lee was born in Valley City, North Dakota, on Oct. 16, 1931.

He attended Kelseyville High School and served in the US Navy from 1950 to 1953. Upon his return to Lake County, he wed Rita Henault and they had four children together.

He had a career in management at Libby’s, Reynolds Aluminum and Miller Brewing Co. throughout the United States.

He later acquired his real estate license and returned to Lakeport to join his brother, Les Aaker and sister Marlene Ivicevich at Aaker Realty.

He met his companion Consuelo in 1989 and then went on to own and operate the Lamplighter in Clear Lake and a coffee shop in Lower Lake.

Our family is saddened by our loss, but are comforted and left joyful by all the memories that we share.

Our father instilled a love for learning and cultivated the spirit of fun in our family. He enjoyed all sports, especially the SF Giants and SF 49ers.

He loved to fish, swim, dance and play games in which he instilled those values in each of us.

The family invites anyone whose lives were touched by Lee to attend his memorial service this weekend. The Lake County Military Funeral Honors Team will perform the three-volley rifle salute and the playing of “Taps” at the Hartley Cemetery Veteran’s Circle, located at 2552 Hill Road, Lakeport, on Saturday, July 18, at 11 a.m.

After the service, friends and family are invited to gather for an informal lunch gathering at the Fellowship Hall, located at Lake County Bible Fellowship on 775 N Forbes Ave., Lakeport, from noon to 4 p.m.

NORTHERN CALIFORNIA – Mrs. Helen Margrette Koster died peacefully in Vallejo, Calif., on June 16, 2015, at the age of 95.

Helen is survived by children Thomas Koster (Oklahoma), Jerry Koster (Bethel Island, Calif.), Kandy Ewing (Clearlake, Calif.) and Sheree Estrada (Vallejo).

She is preceded in death by her beloved husband, Albert John Koster Jr., and her cherished grandson, Toby Adam Provolt.

Helen was a devoted homemaker, wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and great-great-grandmother. She will be missed by many.

Tribute gifts in Helen’s name are requested by her family. Mail monetary gifts to: Sutter Care at Home, Gift Processing, P.O. Box 160045, Sacramento, CA 95816.

LAKE COUNTY, Calif. – Shirley Jepson passed away July 1, 2015.

She is preceded in death by her husband, Bill Jepson.

Forever loved by daughters Marcia Wells (Lloyd) and Sharon Burger; grandsons, Gavin and Darren Wells (Nicole), and Dustin Burger; great-grandchildren, Gracie, Montana and Landen Wells; and companion Robert Rarick.

Arrangements entrusted to Jones Mortuary FD311, Lakeport, CA. Please share a loving memory at www.jonesmortuary.com .

LAKEPORT, Calif. – Carolyn “Joyce” Augenstein of Lakeport, born Nov. 5, 1931, was called home by the Lord on July 9, 2015.

She is survived and missed dearly by her husband of 66 years, Alfred Augenstein; her three children, Rick Augenstein, Linda Perdue and Sandy Augenstein; her grandchildren, Kyle Augenstein, Brian Augenstein, Alisha Perdue and Janessa Peterson; her two great-grandchildren; and many more family members and friends who will remember her as a sweet soul and wonderful prayer warrior for all those in need.

Family prefers any donations made to the LCC Missionary Field, 455 S. Forbes St., Lakeport, CA 95453.

Visitation at Lakeport Christian Center, Saturday, July 18, 9:30 to 10:30 a.m., with funeral service to follow.

For further information call Chapel of the Lakes Mortuary, 707-263-0357 or 707-994-5611, or visit www.chapelofthelakes.com .

LAKE COUNTY, Calif. – In loving memory of our beautiful angel Gena. Born in San Jose, Calif., on April 6, 1971, and passed June 12, 2015.

Gena graduated from Santa Clara High School in 1989 and Clearlake College in 2004 with a 4.0 grade point average.

Gena worked for Redwood Children Services for seven years, keeping in contact with her girls until her passing.  She mentored children, taught the GED and the adult literacy program.

Gena's positive outlook, her kindness to everyone, her beautiful smile, her laughter and her many jokes will be deeply missed.

She loved to cook (soups were her favorite).  Her family was most important to her, always making sure we were always together.

Gena is survived by her wife of 21 years, Janis; her three dogs and two turtles; her mother, Kathie (Ben) Hansen; her father, Mario (Suzie) Penera; sister, Erica (Nathen) King; brothers, Mario (Angelica) Panera, Kris Panera and Anthony (Tim) Panera; sons, Anthony (Ashley), Bondi, Bill (Laurie) Solano; nieces, Jade, Jazmine, Julianna, Tatyana, Jasmine, Brianna and Angelina; nephews, Jaydin, Jordan and Andrew; and granddaughter, Ashley Solano.

A memorial service will be held at Chapel of the Lakes Mortuary, Lakeport on Saturday, July 11, at 11 a.m.

For further information call Chapel of the Lakes at 707-263-0357 or 707-994-5611, or visit www.chapelofthelakes.com .

NORTHERN CALIFORNIA – Raymond Edward Gill Jr. passed away on June 22, 2015, at the age of 52, in Eureka, Calif.

Ray was born to Raymond Edward Gill Sr. and Naomi Faye (Sheetz) Gill on Aug. 30, 1962, in Petaluma, Calif. Ray grew up in Napa, Calif.

He married Mary “Carlene” Sallee in 1985. Ray and Carlene became residents of Kelseyville in 1987 where they raised their children and have resided since. 

Ray was a landscaper most of his life and at one point owned his own business. 

He had a big heart and was always ready to lend a hand to those in need. 

Ray was preceded in death by his parents, grandparents and many aunts and uncles. 

Ray is survived by the love of his life, Mary C. Sallee; his four children, Raylene (Jason) Morin of Kelseyville, Krystal (Raymond Dyer) Gill of Kelseyville, Raymond (Jessica) Gill III of Kelseyville and Carlene (Ryan) Taylor of Fort Drum, NY; four sisters, Gwen (Frank) Luddy of Boise, Idaho, Debbie (Don) Nichols of Napa, Naomi (Jim) Wheelan of Kelseyville, and Donna (Chuck) Nielson of Lakeport. 

He also is survived by many cousins, nieces and nephews as well as seven grandchildren: Orin, Nevaeh, Lynda, Owen, Raymond, Tatum and Quintin. 

Ray was loved by many and will be greatly missed.

A celebration of life will be held Saturday, July 11, at Indian Meadows in Cobb at 1 p.m.

Anyone who wishes to join in a peaceful celebration is more than welcome to attend. Please bring a dish to share and something to drink.