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08/11/2025

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08/04/2025

Obituary For Michael - Server
Sunday June 22, 2025, the Server family completed another chapter in their legacy with the passing of Michael “Micky” Server. Micky was the third of four born to Ernest “Buck” and Maude Server on July 25, 1943, in Alturas, California. Big brothers Kenneth and
Johnny were there to greet him when he came home. Little sister Susan would soon follow.

Micky’s early years were spent like most little kids in small town America, hunting, fishing, baseball and school. Until the Polio outbreak. His mother was hit
particularly hard. Micky was no longer allowed to go to school and was quarantined.

This meant that he got to spend lots of time at the Modoc County Jail where Buck was the Modoc County Sheriff. He had many tales to tell about that period, especially the cook. She always had treats for him. He lived with the Derner family out in the valley
during this time. Micky attended Modoc High School, except for days missed for important things, hunting, fishing or cutting wood. It was here that he met the love of his life Dixie Vermillion. The younger sister of his good friend and future brother-in-law Dick
Vermillion.

Micky and Dixie were married in June of 1962 in Reno, Nevada. They welcomed their first son Robert “Bob” Server later that year. Michael “Mike” and Richard “Dick” were to follow. Micky went to work for the local mill in ’62 and then in 1963 he went to work for the Modoc National Forest. He started in the carpenter shop but by the time they moved the family to the Dry Lake Compound Micky was running the district Fire Cat, a D-4, on a tilt bed truck. After fire season he spent his time digging stock tanks and
various other things. This was the beginning of a lifelong career.

In 1975 life changed again. With the Forest Service elimination of the Fire Cats, Micky, and his family returned home to Alturas. There he joined the Building and Maintenance Crew. He was classified as a heavy equipment operator, a career his oldest son would follow. He was a seasoned operator and much of his work is still visible to this day across the forest.
An outdoorsman above all, Micky hunted his whole life. With his brother Johnny they taught the younger generations, and what a bunch of squirrels they were!

He knew Devil’s Garden like the back of his hand, from Dry Lake to Telephone Flat, he could plan
the perfect hunt. He had the trophies to back it up. If you were lost and you heard “YO– HUUUUP” you knew he was looking for you and you were safe.

Micky represented
the best of the “old days”, when his family caught the most fish and were a premier hunting clan bringing in the biggest bucks. Micky’s love of baseball was legendary. His commitment to the Giants never wavered no matter where they finished in the standings. Every night in the summer would find
him either watching or listening to the latest game. He also coached his sons in baseball, teaching them the tricks of the trade.

Widely known for his gardening, Micky’s roses were locally famous. Towns folk drove by just to enjoy them. He spent endless hours watering and pruning his plants. His yard was so beautiful it belonged on a magazine cover. Micky is survived by his brother Kenneth, Sons Robert (Julie) Server, Miles City, MT,
Michael Server, Alturas, CA, Grandsons, Brandon (Melissa) Server, Evansville, IN, Kyle Server, Williston, ND, Collyn (Billie) Server, Deer Lodge, MT, Mathew (Sierra) Server, Alturas, CA, Grady Server, Alturas, CA. Granddaughter, Katie (Dakota) Weatherholt,
Culloden, West Virginia. Great Grandchildren, Mia, Ireland and Griffin Weatherholt. Nickerson and Wrenly Server. Cora and Cooper Server. Micky’s many nieces and nephews, their families and children. Micky was preceded in death by the love of his life, Dixie, his son Richard and his daughter in law Janet. His brother Johnny, his wife Mary, his sister Susan, and his parents, Buck and Maude Server.
If you happen to be on The Garden and the wind is blowing, listen closely you might just hear a faint “YO HUUUUUP”.

07/02/2025

07/02/2025

Obituary For Kathleen Sue Hassenmiller
Kathleen Sue Hassenmiller was born to Horace Sargent and Lucille Dragon in New Orleans, Louisiana on December 3rd, 1949. She passed away peacefully at Warner View Skilled Nursing facility on June 18th,2025.

The attention she received from the doctors and staff at both Warner View and Modoc Medical Center was extraordinary! Our community is fortunate to have these dedicated professionals.

Kathy was an avid weaver and, on her loom, wove yarn into gorgeous fabric. Being a manicurist suited her perfectly, as she loved the company of people and enjoyed being with her clients.

She had many friends, and to know her was to like her. She was an animal lover and the guardian of numerous cats and dogs, who over the years, were lucky enough to come under her care.

Lastly, Kathy was an ideal wife and the best friend of her husband, Bob Hassenmiller.

There will be a funeral mass at Sacred Heart Church on Friday July 11th at 10:30 A.M. A potluck will follow approximately one hour later in the Parish Hall located behind the church. Everyone is cordially welcomed.

07/02/2025

Obituary For Marian Diane Bouse
Marian “Diane” Bouse passed peacefully from this world on June 16, 2025 with her husband
Dan and sister-in-law at her side, after fighting cancer and related medical problems.
Marian Diane Durham was born at Martin Army Hospital at Fort Benning, Georgia. Her family
returned to Fresno California after her fathers discharge from the army.
Brother Scott joined the family in 1964.
School years were completed at Fresno High School in 1977 and she started at Fresno City
College where she ultimately earned an AA and AS and her license as an radiology
technologist. She worked as an xray tech at several Hospitals and Doctor offices.
She married Lynn Mello on November 4, 1990 and moved to Adin, California in the early 1990’s.
Diane and Lynn& #39;s marriage ended in December of 2010.
Diane and Dan Bouse married in Newport, Oregon on May 9, 2012. They settled on their
beloved “Rocky Acres”, adjacent to the Ash Creek Wildlife Area in Big Valley to enjoy their lives
together. Although Diane never had children of her own, her relationship with Dan’s children
and 5 grandchildren gave her much joy. Dan and Diane rarely missed a sports event and drove
all over Northern California to cheer on the kids’ teams.
For a few years Diane trained and worked as a child care worker at Warner Mountain Group
Home. There she came in contact and touched the lives of many adolescent girls. Several still
reach out to her.
Community Service was something Diane felt passionate about. Along with her husband Dan,
they help host the yearly Crab Feed fundraiser for the Emergency Medical Services. Her
outrageous bidding for the infamous cream puffs was well known in the community. She also
served on the board of Big Valley Endowment Foundation, making sure the Big Valley
community maintained ongoing health services.
Diane had a big heart and when she saw a need, she went out of her way to meet it. Homeless
teens, families displaced by fires, children challenged by life were Diane’s personal mission.
She worked tirelessly to better their lives, often helping in quiet, unseen ways.
Diane& #39;s artistic ability touched many people, and she gifted her home-made quilt creations to
lucky recipients. Her love in crafting started in her teens when she would make doll figures out
of spools and scraps of material. Her love of sewing was started by her Aunt Lynette on a
summer visit to their home in her early teens.

Before she entered the hospital for the last time, she mailed a quilt to a young woman she had
just met and felt a connection with. Diane spent many years perfecting her craft, and taught
quilting classes all over the North State. She was also a 4-H sewing leader, and taught
greeting card construction, lamp shade creation and jewelry beading classes to countless
people.
A love for dance was born early in Diane. Ballet lessons in her early childhood led to a life-long
love of all things dance. From her ballet slipper collection to her weekly posts of extraordinary
dance performances on Facebook, she shared her delight with anyone who knew her. In
addition, her daily photos of sunsets and birds, the quail and cotton-tail rabbits that live around
Rocky Acres were posted on Facebook for all to enjoy. Diane always wanted other people to
see the beauty that she saw in nature.
She will be remembered for her ability to see simple beauty in everything and everyone she
came in contact with.

Diane is survived by husband Dan Bouse, her acquired children Mandy Lemke (Ryan) and Matt
Bouse (Michelle) and grandchildren Campbell, Cooper, Charli, Kyle and Kade. Also by her
sister-in-laws, Dorothy Hutchison and Jean Breakfield. Her parents Omer and Marlene Durham,
brother Scott Durham (Kim), Sister Vicki Clarkson (Jeff), sister Jill Hunt (John), and nieces and
nephew Heather Hunt Freeman, Jennifer Vogt, Jeremy Hunt, Lindsey Clarkson, and Sierra
Durham. Diane is pre-deceased by her Mother Lois Durham Adanalian.

Graveside services for Diane will be on Saturday July 19, 2025 at the Adin Cemetery at 11:00
a.m. Immediately following the service will be a Potluck and Celebration of Life at the Adin
Community Center at 607 South Main Street in Adin. The main dish and drinks will be provided.
The family is requesting if you would like to contribute to the Potluck that you bring your favorite
salad, side dish, or dessert. Also bring your favorite memories for sharing.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Diane’s name to the Big Valley EMS Fund, in care
of the Big Valley Endowment Foundation, PO Box 365, Adin CA 96006.

06/20/2025

Obituary For Ruth Ellen Mckee
Ruth Ellen Mckee (Brown), age 88 passed away in Chico, CA on June 15, 2025. Ruth was born in Monterey Park, CA on October 4, 1936. Ruth was born to parents Daniel and Janet Hartley of Red Bluff, CA and was the youngest of three daughters.

She was a 40 year resident of Likely, CA and is survived by her husband Dale McKee, a lifelong
resident of Likely, CA.

Ruth is also survived by her son, Dan Brown of Cottonwood, CA and three grandchildren, Tiffany Brown of Crescent City CA, and Cori Harris and
Carson Brown, both of Red Bluff. Ruth has two great grandchildren, Bodie and Wyatt Harris both of Red Bluff.

Funeral services will be held on Saturday, June 28, 2025, at 11 am at the Firehall in Likely, CA. Graveside services will be immediately after at the Likely cemetery. A reception for family and friends will follow at the Likely Firehall.

06/20/2025

Obituary For Gail Jean McCrary
The family is sharing the news of the passing of Gail Jean McCrary, who peacefully passed away at her home in Adin, CA, on May 27, 2025, at the age of 72.

A celebration of Gail's life and legacy will be held on Saturday, July 26, 2025, at the Community Hall in Adin, CA, followed by a potluck.

Born on July 24, 1952, in Bieber, CA, Gail graduated from Enterprise High School and dedicated herself to supporting her family. She was a hardworking woman, often holding multiple jobs, including working as a flagger and jackhammer operator during the day and a beloved bartender at night. Later in her career, she became a log truck operator.

Gail had a passion for her yard and flowers. She was known for her kindness in fostering stray cats and her love for her little dog, Ralph. Above all, her greatest joy in life was being Nana to her grandchildren and her great-grandchildren.

Gail was preceded in death by her father, Harry Hunt, and her husband of 33 years, Michael “Mickey” McCrary. She is survived by her mother, Cleo Hunt; her siblings, Ron, David, Betty, and Dennis; her children, Chris Turner (Erika), Angelia Vargo (Eric), and Jim McCrary; her grandchildren, Nicole, Kayla, Ryan (Kaye), Michael (Nina), and Jason; her great-grandchildren, Maxx, Nohemi, and Kayce; and her longtime partner, Greg Bidwell. She will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her.

06/13/2025

Obituary For Anna Rae Wood
Anna Rae Wood, age 95, passed away peacefully on Monday, June 9, 2025, at Mayers
Memorial Hospital in Fall River Mills, California. She was born October 20, 1929, in
Butler, Oklahoma, to Zedie “Zip” and Molly “Johnnie” Perrin. She was a 1948 graduate
of Battiest High School. She married Charles “Sug” Wood on June 30, 1948, in Idabel,
Oklahoma. Sug and Anna Rae moved to Adin, California in the spring of 1950 where
Sug worked as a timber faller for Loveness Logging Company. They left Adin in 1965,
while Sug worked in several places for the US Forest Service. In 1985, they returned to
Adin to retire.
Anna Rae truly embraced life& #39;s simple pleasures—catching up with friends and family,
cooking and baking, and playing cards and dominos. Her greatest joy in life was
spending time with her grandchildren. She was the heart of her family and full of love as
a wife, mother, and grandmother. Her warm smile, joyful spirit, and caring nature will
always be cherished by everyone who knew her.
Anna Rae was preceded in death by her mother and father, Zedie and Molly Perrin; her
sister, Virginia Sue Edgerton; her husband, Charles Wood; and her daughter, Jo Ann
Wood. She is survived by her son, Wayne (Joyce) Wood; grandsons, Justin (Tabitha)
Wood, Jesse (Ashley) Coakley, and Brendan (Brenda) Coakley; her granddaughters,
Courtney (Chris) King and Alyssa (Justin) Eckert; her great-grandchildren, Devin and
Lainey Wood, Caleb and Avonley Coakley, and Leeland and Della Eckert; and many
close nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
Family, friends, and all who loved Anna Rae are invited to the Adin Community Bible
Church, located at 306 S. Main St. Hwy 299, Adin, California, on Friday, June 20, 2025,
to remember her beautiful life. Services will begin at 1 p.m.

06/12/2025

Honoring the love, strength, and legacy of every father — today and always. Happy Father’s Day from all of us.

06/07/2025

Obituary For Gerald Reed Gates
On Thursday, May 29th, 2025, Gerald; “Gerry” Reed Gates, loving husband, father, and grandfather passed away at Modoc Medical Center from a brief battle with cancer at the age of 74.

Gerry was born on December 18th, 1950 in Van Nuys, California to Gerald Amos Gates and Jane Margaret Gates, three years after his sister Jeanne
Gates. The family made their home in the San Fernando Valley, where Gerry was active in the chess club and once owned a pet iguana named Iggy. In sixth grade he read a book about archaeological sites left behind by Spanish explorers in the southeastern United States and found his passion.

After graduating from Reseda High School, he received his bachelor’s and master’s degrees in anthropology, with an emphasis in archaeology, at
California State University, Northridge in 1973 and 1978. While pursuing his masters degree, he met his future wife, Nancy North-Gates, at a poker game held by students in the archaeology department. The couple married on November 22nd, 1975.

After working several summers in Arizona, Gerry was hired in 1976 as a seasonal archaeologist for the Big Valley Ranger District on the Modoc National Forest. During this time, he and Nancy lived in a cabin near Adin. The following summer they moved to Alturas when Gerry accepted the position of Forest Archaeologist for the Modoc National Forest, which he held until retiring in October of 2015. The couple were charter members of the Modoc County Historical Society, where Gerry served on the Board of Directors for many years, including as president in 1980 and 1981.

They welcomed their first child, Katherine “Katie”; Elizabeth Gates on December 1st, 1981. Sadly, Katie passed away just a few months later from a congenital heart defect. In the wake of her death, the couple
founded the Alturas chapter of the grief support group Compassionate Friends. After fostering several children, the couple welcomed their second child, Joseph Michael Gates on February 22nd, 1985. A year later they welcomed another daughter, Marya Elizabeth Gates on June 30th, 1986.

During his tenure at the Forest Service, Gerry authored and co-authored many scientific papers and served as an advisor for several Ph.D. dissertations. He was particularly proud of his work with Passport In Time, a volunteer program that allowed the public to contribute to heritage research and preservation on national forests. For many years he hosted an open house during California Archaeology Month and manned a popular booth at the Alturas Childrens Fair where attendees learned about indigenous basket art and were given their own clay pots to decorate. He
was also an active member of the Society for California Archaeology for nearly fifty years.

Along with archaeology, Gerry had a passion for performing arts and was active as a performer and director for Modoc Performing Arts Theater. For
several years he offered DJ services under the Aging Hippie moniker. After his retirement in 2015, he opened Gates Gallery and Trading Post on Main
Street in Alturas, where he sold antiques, craft supplies, and works from local artisans. He also briefly operated a pet portrait business in his
distinctive stippling pen and ink style. A massive animal lover, over the years he was the owner of many cats, several dogs, and even a couple of
frogs. In his final years, Gerry could often be found sitting in front of his shop on Main Street or at the Desert Rose Casino, where he loved to play video
slots. He will be remembered for his sly wit and his big heart.

He was preceded in death by his parents Gerald Amos Gates and Jane Margaret Gates and his daughter Katherine “Katie” Elizabeth Gates. He is
survived by his wife Nancy North-Gates, his sister Jeanne Gates, his great aunt Zay Sperling-Bishop, his children Joseph Michael Gates and Marya Elizabeth Gates, and his grandson Liam Tiberius Gates.

A memorial service will be held on June 14th, 2025 at St. Michael's Episcopal Church at 10am, followed by a graveside burial, and then a reception back at the church. Flowers may be sent to 310 W North St
Alturas, CA 96101.

06/07/2025

Obituary For Hugh Fletcher Talbott
Hugh Fletcher Talbott was born on January 21st , 2025. To Bud Talbott and Candace Spedding of Alturas CA. Hugh had the absolute brightest smile that truly lit up any room he entered. Hugh was undeniably one of the strongest people ever put on this earth. Despite all the challenges Hugh was faced with he had a zest and fight for life to enjoy all those who loved him. Hugh’s challenges gave him what one would call an old soul, and he was full of personality. Hugh truly enjoyed interacting with his family and friends, whether giving out smiles and loving gazes or silly active arms and legs you always knew if he was happy in the moment. He was also pretty good at letting us know when he was displeased. Hugh would often side eye dirty looks his nurses, parents and
doctors for any discomforting medical care or pokes. Hugh didn’t cry often and mostly when he did it was Isabel’s singing or postictal recovery. Hugh’s favorite toys were his mobile, Teddy Bear and Oxygen Cannula tubing. Hugh loved cuddling his Mom and
Dad, he especially enjoyed stroller rides in sunshine with his siblings. Hugh fought a very rare terminal form of epilepsy called KCNT1 Epilepsy alongside several other known medical battles and a large one we had only just learned about. As much as our
hearts do not want Hugh remembered for his battles, it’s important to acknowledge Hugh left his mark in the hearts of specialists, doctors, nps, nurses and medical staff in astronomical amounts and will be deeply missed by all. Hugh Fletcher Talbott is
survived by his Mother Candace, Father Bud, siblings Jace, Joshua, Taj, Isabel, Glenn and Kessler-Lee. Maternal Grandparents Robert and Jeri-Rose Spedding. Hugh is preceded in death by his Paternal Grandparents Glenn and Anne Talbott. Hugh passed
away on May 18, 2025, in Alturas CA. He will forever be loved and missed. A celebration of life for Hugh will be announced soon.

06/07/2025

Obituary For Jacob Michael Bickford
Jacob Michael Bickford of Alturas, CA passed away in a tragic vehicle accident on May 24,
2025 at the age of 35 years.
Jacob was born on March 3, 1990. His parents are Clifford Bickford and Mary Shockley. On
January 1, 2025, Jacob married Mary Lou (Trujillo) Bickford at Faith Bible Church in Alturas.
Jacob enjoyed his work with CAlturas Construction, and also cherished the time he spent
outdoors with his wife, especially their hikes together. Those who know and love Jacob will miss
his cheerful spirit and steady strength. Jacob had a love for the Lord Jesus Christ which was
evident in his daily living and we are comforted knowing he is with his Savior.
He is survived by his wife, Mary Lou Bickford, his parents, Clifford Bickford and Mary Shockley,
and his brothers.
The funeral service will be held at Alturas Mennonite Church on Wednesday, June 4, 2025, at
10:00 a.m. A short graveside service and the burial will follow immediately at the Alturas
Cemetery.