LAKE COUNTY, Calif. – A celebration of life was held for Davy Bills Jr., 59, who passed on Jan. 29, 2015.
 
He was a father, grandfather, son, brother, uncle, husband.

He was very proud of his fine sons, Brandon, Nicholas (USMC) and Christopher, and baby grandson, Josiah.

He loved golf and the Raiders.

He will be missed.

Cremation arrangements by Chapel of the Lakes Mortuary-Chapel of the Lakes Crematory.

For further information call 707-263-0357 or visit www.chapelofthelakes.com .

James D. Cooper
Aug. 8, 1932 – Feb. 4, 2015

NORTHERN CALIFORNIA – James Cooper, a longtime Kelseyville resident, was born in Yakima, Wash., to Virgil D. and Ellen Mae Cooper. 

He joined the United States Marine Corps in 1949 and fought in the Korean War. 

After his discharge he worked in various agricultural jobs.

In 2004 Jim moved to Yountville Veterans Home, where he lived until his passing.

He is survived by his sister, Gayle Jackson.

Arrangements by Chapel of the Lakes Mortuary.

KELSEYVILLE, Calif. – Michael Ross Tanner of Kelseyville passed away suddenly Feb. 1, 2015, at the age of 62.

Michael was born and raised in Kelseyville and lived in downtown Kelseyville for 20-plus years.

By many he was known as the unofficial “mayor” of Kelseyville.

Michael was a poet and a writer. He loved kids and was a Kelseyville Little League Coach for many years.

He was employed by Kelseyville Packing Shed for more than 20 years.

He was a loving and devoted son of Alice A. Knauss, brother to Susan Beckmen and Lane Tanner, and adoring uncle to Jasper and Ruth Beckmen.

The family prefers you do something nice for a friend or loved one (pay it forward) in Michael's honor.

An open house celebration of life will be held Saturday, Feb. 14, from noon to 5 p.m. at the Kelseyville Legion Hall, 505 Second St. Please bring a potluck dish to share.

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

LAKE COUNTY, Calif. – Cornelius P. Moynihan (C.P. Moynihan) passed in his home Dec. 17, 2014. He was a Lake County resident for more than 35 years.

He was born Oct. 30, 1919, in Washington, D.C.

He is survived by three of four children: Linda S. Gaumont (63), Richard L. Moynihan (62), Sarah E. Barreda (60). He is preceded in death by Sylvia L. Moynihan.

He was a loving father, grandfather of eight and great-grandfather of 14, all of which adored him.

C.P. joined the United States Army when he was 19 years old and was then honorably discharged.

After his service, he joined the United State Navy and proudly served his country for 30 years until he retired in 1968.

After his retirement from the US Navy, he worked for the FMC Co., wiring Bradley tanks for more than 10 years.

He was a proud, brilliant man who enriched people’s lives from his selflessness and knowledge. He was an amazing storyteller.

The world is a shade darker without him, but he would not want anyone to shed a tear for his passing, but instead to celebrate the full life he lived.

Dad, Grandpa, Great-Grandpa, we will always love and miss you. See ya later alligator!

He was a member of the American Legion Konocti Post 437 for over 30 years and was a Master Mason in the Clear Lake Callayomi Masonic Lodge No. 183 F&AM for 31 years.

A Post Everlasting ceremony will be held at the American Legion Konocti Post 437 on Saturday, Feb. 21, beginning at 11 a.m.

Please come to honor and celebrate C.P.’s life. Address is: 14770 Austin Road, Clearlake. This will be a potluck, so please bring a dish to share with C.P.’s family and friends.

Arrangements under the care of Jones & Lewis Clear Lake Memorial Chapel.

Please share your loving memories of C.P. by signing his online guest book at www.jonesandlewis.com .

Wally 'Pops' Nelson
July 12, 1945 - January 26, 2015

LAKE COUNTY, Calif. – Our dad went to heaven Jan. 26, 2015, to reunite with his true love, our mom, Jamie Nelson.

He is survived by his children, Melody and Jeremy Nelson and grandson, Raymond Jones.

Everyone that knew him loved him.

We will miss him dearly, and hold him close in our hearts.

Arrangements by Chapel of the Lakes Mortuary.

John D. Guastavino
Feb. 4, 1916 – Jan. 31, 2015

LAKEPORT, Calif. – John Dominic Guastavino, 98, a World War II veteran who was a co-founder and popular member of Lake County's Sons of Italy, passed away Jan. 31, 2015, at Sutter Lakeside Hospital after a short illness, four days short of his 99th birthday.

Born in Colma, Calif., Guastavino moved to Lakeport in 1977, enjoying a long retirement as an active local citizen. 

Having grown up working on his family's vegetable and nursery businesses in the Colma area south of San Francisco, he was known for his gardening expertise that produced abundant vegetables and fruits in his backyard. 

He frequently fished on Clear Lake and other Northern California fishing spots.

A highly social man, he also enjoyed spending time with family and friends, dancing, listening to music, making wine, cooking, playing cards and bowling.

Guastavino took a break from his family's nursery business in August 1941 to join the U.S. Army prior to the start of World War II and developed a lifetime love for cooking as a mess hall sergeant while serving in England during the war. He also saw duty during the war as a physical therapist, helping wounded soldiers recover.

After the family business was sold, he worked as a school custodian in Milbrae for 15 years until retiring and moving to Lakeport.

In addition to the Sons of Italy Chapter 2537 of which he formerly served as president, Guastavino was a member of the Knights of Columbus Council 7611 of Lakeport, St. Mary Immaculate Catholic Church in Lakeport, VFW Post 2015 of Lakeport, and the California Retired Public Employees Association.

He is survived by his son, Bob Guastavino of Sunnyvale; three grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.

He also leaves 10 stepchildren, Donald Hansen of Anaheim, Anne Marie Gabri of West Sacramento, Cathy Chand of Sacramento, David Hansen of Groveland, Lori Hansen of Sonoma, Jeanette Anderson of Colorado Springs, Vincent Hansen of Haines, Alaska, Barbara Edwards of Nice, Thomas Hansen of Upper Lake and Patrick Hansen of Juneau, Alaska, along with many step-grandchildren, nieces and nephews.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Ambrogio and Josephine (Bruzzoni) Guastavino; first wife, Rose (Craviotto); and second wife, Mary Anne Guastavino (Hansen-Nunes).

Visitation will be from 4 to 7 p.m., followed by the Rosary, on Friday, Feb. 6, at Chapel of the Lakes Mortuary, 1625 N. High St. in Lakeport.

Funeral service will be at 11 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 7, followed by interment at Upper Lake Cemetery.

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