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In Loving Memory of Brandi Vanessa Wildman
Brandi Vanessa Wildman, born Jan. 6, 1984, in Clearlake, California, passed away suddenly in San Francisco on Sept. 29, 2025.
Brandi attended school in Clearlake and was a member of Calvary Chapel during her childhood. She grew up in Clearlake, had many friends there, and later lived in Missouri.
Brandi is lovingly remembered by her father, Robert Wildman and Suzanne; her mother, Michelle Rammig; her children, Isiah Wildman and Albie Gallon; her sister, Noelle Araujo; and her brothers, Matthew Rammig and Bronson Wildman.
She is also survived by her grandmother, Pauline Wildman; along with many nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins and many friends, including best friend Daniel Ghilarducci.
As an adult, Brandi made San Francisco her home, a city she loved deeply. She was a beautiful soul, outspoken and strong, with a soft heart beneath a tough exterior. Brandi loved fiercely, lived on her own terms, and never allowed the opinions of others to dim her spirit.
Her absence leaves a void that can never be filled, but her memory will live on in the hearts of all who knew and loved her.
Services will be announced.
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Deborah Christine Jackson was born Dec. 30, 1977, to James and Nancy Blacketer, in Paradise, California.
As a child, Debbie grew up in Kelseyville, California, and graduated from Kelseyville High School.
As an adult, Debbie moved back to Paradise, where she met and married her husband, Daron Jackson, a firefighter, and gave birth to the light of her life, her son, Wyatt.
For the past 12 years, Debbie and her family have resided in Lakeport, California.
Debbie had a passion for cooking and worked for Lakeport Unified School District, in the Food Services Department, preparing meals for the children at Lakeport Elementary. She also enjoyed crafting, candlemaking, as well as restoring and building furniture.
Tragically, Debbie suddenly passed away on Dec. 16, 2025, at the age of 47, just two weeks shy of her 48th birthday.
In life, Debbie was always a giver and was always the first to step up and help when others were in need.
In her final act on this earth, Debbie gave the gift of life to others by being an organ and tissue donor. Thanks to her selflessness, Debbie's gifts became the Christmas miracle five families desperately needed. Debbie’s heart now beats on in a woman in Southern California. Her lungs went to someone in Washington. Her liver went to someone in San Francisco, and her kidneys helped two people — one in Southern California and one in New York.
Debbie is preceded in death by her mother, Nancy Thomas, of Kelseyville; stepmother, Kelly Blacketer, of Paradise; and her grandparents, Anita Flower of Anchorage, Alaska, Virgil Blacketer of Paradise, and Robert Lentz Sr. and Hazel Lentz, both of Oroville, California.
Debbie was loved by so many. She is survived by her father, James Blacketer; stepfather, Marc Thomas; husband, Daron Jackson; son, Wyatt; sisters, Sarah Blacketer, Michele Tanico and Holly Zickenberg; aunts, Barbara Kitchen, Linda Cossairt, Paula Munjar, Jeanette Nielsen, Susan Conlon-Hayton, Kate Anderson-Ballou and Cynthia Lentz; uncles, Bruce Ballou, Ray Ballou, Bob Lentz and Don Cossairt; nieces, Jazmyn and Mychele; nephew, Connor Schweifler; numerous cousins; very dear friend, Andy; and countless other close friends.
A celebration of life will be held for Debbie at a later date.
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LAKE COUNTY, Calif. — Regina “RD” Duncan Cage, age 62, began her journey home on Dec. 30, 2025, surrounded by her loved ones.
Regina was born on March 1, 1963, in San Francisco, California, to Bernadine Tripp and Dixie Duncan.
She was a devoted mother to her three beautiful children: Martin Duncan (Rosemary), Sofia Cage (David) and Steven Cage. Regina was a loving sister to Clint Duncan, Tina Duncan,
Toni Rave, Rowland Rave and Terri Rave.
Her heart overflowed with love for her eight grandchildren — Diego Duncan, Destiny Duncan, Deja Duncan, Aiyana Duncan, ReOnna Duncan, Oliviah Duncan, SaMay Duncan and Neveah Duncan — and her three great-grandchildren, Alanzo Duncan, La’Shyah Duncan and Angelo Duncan.
While no one ever wants to admit to having a “favorite,” Regina shared an especially close bond with her grandson SaMay. They spent countless days together, and their connection was evident to all who knew them.
Regina grew up in Santa Rosa with her grandparents, Colleen and David Poe, who played a significant role in her life. She was not only a daughter, mother and sister, but also a second mother, niece, cousin and auntie to many, sharing a unique and special connection with each of
Them.
A proud tribal member of the Robinson Rancheria Pomo Indians, Regina worked there off and on throughout the years.
One of her greatest joys was tending to the roses her grandmother had planted years ago around the tribal office — a reflection of who Regina was at heart: someone who made sure those around her received love, care and attention. She had a deep connection with family and friends and will always be remembered for her warm smile beneath her big straw hat.
Regina was preceded in death by her grandparents, Colleen and David Poe; her father, Dixie Duncan; her sister, Tina Duncan; her nephew, Ryan Rave; and her cousin, Tim Malicay.
She will be deeply missed and forever held in our hearts. When all is said and done, let it be the laughter and special moments we remember — and for now, “last tag.”
A traditional four-day viewing was held at her mother’s home on Robinson Rancheria. Services were officiated by Harold Jones on Jan. 5 at the Robinson Rancheria Gymnasium, followed by burial at the Robinson Rancheria Cemetery.
