Lake County News,California

Obits

: Elizabeth Larson; Posted On Wednesday, 23 November 2022 02:49; 23 November 2022

Godfrey John Sr.

Godfrey Luke John Sr.
1941-2022

LAKE COUNTY, Calif. — In loving memory of Godfrey Luke John Sr., A.K.A Shadom, 81 years old, where he stayed at Elem Indian Colony but was an elder member of Big Valley Rancheria.

He left us on Nov. 17, 2022.

He was a hard worker and worked as a security guard of Robinson and Elem, as well as being a
field worker.

He was predeceased by Godfrey Jr., Lawrence Jr., Harmon, Marstin, Milfred and Jeremy.

He left behind his love, Martha; his sister, Charlotte; his kids, Renee, Adrian, Ko-e-ya and Houghton; his grandchildren, Xae-li, Vanessa, Isa, Lil Adrian, Lil Elk, Jordan, Mya, Jazzmyne, Damien, Houghton Jr., Laylah, Nations, Bibbz and Tub Tub; and his great-grandchildren, Godfrey, Lil Jeremy, Baby J and one on the way.

We will be bringing him home to Elem Indian Colony Reservation on Friday, Nov. 25, at 11 a.m. and will be there for four days where we will then be burying him on Monday, Nov. 28, at Elem Indian Colony.

He will be greatly missed, and may he rest in peace.

Arrangements by Chapel of the Lakes Mortuary, 707-263-0357 or 707-994-5611, or visit www.chapelofthelakes.com.

: Elizabeth Larson; Posted On Tuesday, 15 November 2022 02:16; 15 November 2022

Timothy Lowell

Timothy Michael Lowell, ‘Tim’
1959-2022

LAKE COUNTY, Calif. — Tim was the most loving and lovable guy. He always had a joke and laughed all the time.

He always had a helping hand to anyone who asked.

He will be missed by all, especially his family: His wife, Debra Lowell; father, Chuck Lowell; brothers, Todd and Chip Lowell; children, Tim (Michelle), Jennifer, Patrick (Micah), James (Keiko) and Shai.

He loved spending time with his grandkids, Iric, Corina, Madison, Aiden, Gabriel, Olivia and Jasmine.

Services to be held Saturday, Dec. 17, at the Yacht Club on Fifth Street in Lakeport at 4 p.m.

Arrangements by Chapel of the Lakes Mortuary, 707-263-0357 or 707-994-5611, or visit www.chapelofthelakes.com.

: Elizabeth Larson; Posted On Tuesday, 08 November 2022 20:24; 10 November 2022

Jerry ‘Pilgrim’ Covin

LAKE COUNTY, Calif. — Jerry “Pilgrim” Covin was born and raised in the Boston area.

He moved his family to Northern California in 1979 in large part to pursue his lifelong passion — restoring classic cars.

Pilgrim moved to Lake County, California, in the 1990s, collecting a large assortment of friends and chosen family, as well as other classic car enthusiasts. He leaves behind a pioneering and stellar body of work.

Pilgrim was handsome, charming, talented and wickedly funny. His sometimes-gruff exterior hid a kind and generous heart. He really would give you the shirt off his back.

He was also stubbornly independent and authentically himself at all times. He was often heard to say with great feeling, if they don't like it, “f*** 'em!”

But he did not have a mean bone in his body. He was very slow to judge, giving other people the unqualified acceptance he demanded for himself.

Pilgrim is survived by his longtime loving partner, Ronda; his dear friends, Dan and Pam; his daughters, Amy and Randi; his son-in-law, Anthony; grandsons, Dean and Ben; his granddaughter-in-law, Mikhaila; his great-grandson, Noah Gerald; his brother, his sister and countless nieces, nephews, friends, colleagues and admirers.

He will be sorely missed by all, and he loved them all.

Memorial celebration to be held on Saturday, Nov. 19, from 2 to 4 p.m. at his shop at 3430 Finley Road East in Finley.

: Elizabeth Larson; Posted On Tuesday, 15 November 2022 02:18; 15 November 2022

June Salter

June Carolyn Salter
June 9, 1940 — Nov. 12, 2022

June was born in Rockford, Illinois, on June 9, 1940, before the family moved to Camden, Minnesota at an early age.

Later the family moved to Gardena, where she went to high school and graduated from Gardena High School. After graduation she went to work for Lockheed Martin in Denver, Colorado.

June was vacationing with her family in Soda Bay in Lake County, California, the summer of 1960, when she met Mike Salter at the Edgewater Resort. Mike and June long distance dated until April 8, 1961, when they were married at the Episcopal Cathedral in Los Angeles.

They made their home in Lakeport, California, until 1963 when they moved to Clearlake with their first daughter, Susan. In 1965 they were blessed once again with another daughter, Nancy.

June was involved in many organizations such as Park Study Club, TOPS, Eastern Star, Sons of Norway, Cotillion and as a dedicated Girl Scout and 4-H leader.

She was a member and parishioner of St. John’s Episcopal of Lakeport and Galilee Lutheran of Kelseyville. She served as the secretary of Lake County Television Club from the start over 30 years of service.

She was a friend to many, wife, family travel coordinator and mother to her girls.

In 1976 the family moved to Salter Shamrock Ranch in Lower Lake, California, where she lived until she went home to God.

June passed peacefully on Saturday, Nov. 12, 2022.

She is survived by her devout husband of 61 years, Mike; daughters, Susan (son-in-law Siri), and Nancy; four grandchildren, Alexasia, Maddison, Phoenix and Morgan; younger brother, Jim Delebak (sister in-law Billie); brother-in-law, Lee Salter (sister-in-law Judy); and cousins, Peg Effertz and Phil Deutschle.

The family was blessed to have her in their lives and thanks everyone who shared in June’s life and happiness.

Memorial service will be held at Galilee Lutheran Church, 8860 Soda Bay Road, Kelseyville, on Thursday, Nov. 17, at 11 a.m.

Arrangements by Chapel of the Lakes Mortuary, 707-263-0357 or 707-994-5611, or visit www.chapelofthelakes.com.

: Elizabeth Larson; Posted On Saturday, 12 November 2022 21:51; 12 November 2022

April N. Sombs

LAKE COUNTY, Calif. — April N. Sombs passed peacefully in her home surrounded by friends and family on Nov. 4, 2022.

A beloved wife, mother and sister, she will be dearly missed.

She is lovingly remembered by her husband, Joel Sombs; son, Ben and his wife, Deborah Sombs; daughter, Laura Sombs; grandchildren, Kai, Erik and Abby; brother, Stanley and his wife, Lori Klein; and dear friend, Nancy Danning.

April devoted her life to her faith and family. She faced her illness as she did any life change, pragmatically with grace, fortitude and humility.

An avid reader and Star Trek fan, April enjoyed gardening, bird watching and spending time with loved ones.

She had many jobs in her life: from librarian, bus driver, and custodian to assigning notary publics across the nation, teacher aide and helping in her mother-in-law’s (Anita Sombs) used book store.

Her passion, though, was working with children. She volunteered in Sunday School, Awana and Vacation Bible School.

She was immensely proud of her grandchildren.

Memorial service will be held at Grace Evangelical Free Church in Kelseyville on Sunday, Nov. 20, at 6:30 p.m.

In her memory, donations can be made to UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospitals.

Arrangements by Chapel of the Lakes Mortuary, 707-263-0357 or 707-994-5611, or visit www.chapelofthelakes.com.

: Elizabeth Larson; Posted On Tuesday, 08 November 2022 20:23; 09 November 2022

Kevin Gardner

LAKEPORT, Calif. — Kevin William Gardner, 60, of Lakeport, passed away unexpectedly in his home on Oct. 4, 2022.

Kevin was born in San Rafael, California, the second of three boys and one sister to Carol Cooper and Gerald Gardner.

Kevin attended Clear Lake High School in Lakeport and later graduated from South Tahoe High School in South Lake Tahoe, California.

After high school, Kevin apprenticed in auto body repair in Farmington, New Mexico. He also worked for many years in the construction trade including working for the family-owned construction business.

He spent most of his life living in Lakeport. Kevin was known as a guy who could fix anything and a guy with a big heart who would give anything he had to help someone in need.

He will be remembered for his greatest loves, cool cars and his dog, Boozer.

Kevin is preceded in death by his grandmother, Kay; uncle, Robl; his son, Daniel; and his companion, Boozer.

He is survived by his mother and father, Carol and Mal Cooper; his father, Gerald Gardner; his brothers, Grant Gardner and Joe Cooper (Luisa); his sister, Colleen Cooper Henninger (Thad); his children, Jerry Gardner (Silvia) and Jasmine Heckard Hodges (Aaron); and his grandchildren, Cooper, Camila, Olivia and Avana, as well as many extended family members.

He was deeply loved and will be greatly missed.

There will be a memorial celebration of his life for family and friends Nov. 12 at 11 a.m. at Lakeview Beach Terrace Association at 4770 Lakeshore Blvd. in Lakeport.

Care entrusted to Chapel of the Lakes Mortuary FD1336, www.chapeklofthelakes.com, Lakeport, 707-263-0357.

Obits

Godfrey John Sr.

Timothy Lowell

Jerry ‘Pilgrim’ Covin

June Salter

April N. Sombs

Kevin Gardner

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