Hooper and Weaver Mortuary

05/21/2026

Lots of thanks to members of Simple Truth Church for their help in getting the flags on the graves of our Veterans at Forest View and New Elm Ridge Cemetery today. The flags look so pretty blowing in the wind!!

05/21/2026

Many thanks to Nevada Union FFA for placing flags at Greenwood Memorial Gardens Cemetery and Sierra Memorial Lawn Cemetery for Memorial Day Weekend. We are blessed to have our youth honor our veterans!!

05/21/2026

The Butterfly Garden will be up all of Memorial Day Weekend. Come by Hooper & Weaver for a visit. Here is more information:

This Memorial Day Weekend, community is invited to honor loved ones at the annual Butterfly Garden of Remembrance benefiting Foothills Compassionate Care Nevada County, CA — In a community where neighbors care deeply for one another, few traditions capture that spirit more beautifully than the ann...

05/19/2026

Fulton Rees Obituary
Myrna Rees Fulton

September 09, 1929 – May 3, 2026

Myrna went Home to be with her deceased husband, Samuel J. Fulton; and son, Mark Logsdon; she is survived by four children and two stepchildren, three grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. David Logsdon, Dale Tripp, Valerie Logsdon, Hugh Logsdon, Samuel Fulton and Ellen Sensel, Laura Logsdon, Matthew Logsdon and Lauren Shehata, Adam Shehata and Stephan Paige, and Rees Logsdon. Born in Ironwood Michigan and raised in Washington DC, she attended Woodrow Wilson High School and Sidwell Friends. She graduated from the University of Michigan in the class of 1951. She is the daughter of Thomas R. Rees, MD who practiced medicine in DC; she retired from the Bert Bell Pension Fund, managing NFL pension issues. She moved to California in 2018 to be closer to her loving daughter, Valerie Logsdon. She loved the ocean and her family. Donations can be made to Hospice of the Foothills, Grass Valley, California.

05/13/2026

Carl Ingram

June 15, 1940 – February 23, 2026

Carl Ingram, retired journalist, proud father, world traveler, and devoted outdoorsman, passed away on February 23, 2026 following a brief illness. Born on June 15, 1940, in Grass Valley, California, Carl's life was deeply rooted in the history of the Golden State. The grandson of California State Senator and senior proprietor of the Grass Valley Union Newspaper Thomas Ingram and the son of Merris Ingram and Alvina (nee Beck) Ingram of Grass Valley, Carl followed the family livelihood of journalism while carving out his own significant path in political reporting. After graduating from Sacramento State University in 1962, Carl's journalism career took him to Olympia, WA where he worked for United Press International (UPI), covering many of the era's most important stories. Carl transferred to Reno, NV while still with UPI before returning to California to serve as the UPI Sacramento Bureau Chief. During this period, Carl also enlisted and served on the press desk of the United States Air Force during the Vietnam War-era draft.

Fortunate enough to avoid the perils of overseas duty, one of the highlights of his service was a "mission" he conceived to dutifully fulfill his assignment of generating positive press. Carl convinced a C-7 pilot friend to take him on a critical supply drop over Idaho, where unseasonable winter snow had cut off a farmer's cattle herd from their feed. Flying low over the snow-packed plains, the bomber dropped bales of hay directly in front of the stranded animals. The mission was a success, and the herd survived until they could be rescued. Carl's published account of the deed became a career highlight, though he chuckled when recalling how his pilot friend was "chewed out beyond belief" after the story regarding the use of Air Force property went public. That mission highlighted the two sides of Carl's character: a good-hearted, sometimes mischievous wit and an unshakeable sense of professional duty.

While Carl maintained a lifelong appreciation for the spirited storytelling of those early years, he treated the subsequent decades of hard-nosed reporting with the gravity and integrity they deserved. This commitment led him from a mundane military desk job to the corridors of power. With UPI in Sacramento, Carl covered major national events and was present for three presidential assassination attemptsmost notably that of Gerald Ford at the State Capitol where Carl was captured in the background of the iconic press photos seconds before Secret Service swarmed the scene. He spent over 30 years covering the Capitol as a reporter and later an editor, first with UPI and subsequently with the Los Angeles Times. His tenure saw him witness some of California's most momentous political shifts.

Carl was the father of four sons, including his special-needs son, Aaron, for whom he provided dedicated care until his final day. Though a fixture in the state's political circles, Carl was truly at home in the California mountains. He was an avid fisherman and a master of the grill; his greatest joy was any family gathering centered around a shared meal.

In retirement, Carl pursued a lifelong passion for travel and cultural exchange, making several trips to Shanghai and other cities across China. He formed deep friendships during these journeys that he maintained for the remainder of his life.

Carl was preceded in death by his parents, Merris and Alvina Ingram; sister Karin Ingram; brother Erik Ingram; and recently his son Kirk Ingram. He is survived by his sons, Bret Ingram (Michelle) of Loomis, Aaron Ingram of Rocklin, and Evan Ingram (Brenna) of New Orleans; sister Kristin Ingram Ludlum of Nevada City; nephew Dr. Drew Ingram (Jessica) of Granite Bay; niece Joy Horn (Josh) of Petaluma; and several grand nieces and grand nephew. A combined memorial service will take place this summer for Carl and Kirk in Roseville, CA.

05/12/2026

Ray B. White went home to be with the Lord on Thursday morning, May 7, 2026, at the age of 92.

Ray was born in McAlester, Oklahoma, on October 12, 1933, to Joe and Della White. He graduated from McAlester High School in 1951, where he met the love of his life, Charlene Walling, a trick rider. Ray and Charlene married in 1953 and welcomed their first child, Robert Joe “Bob,” in 1954.

Ray worked as a mechanic alongside his dad at White’s Garage until he decided he wanted more for his family and moved to California. There, he took a job with Standard Oil of California at the Richmond Refinery. This marked the beginning of a long and successful career that took him from utility worker and operator to Safety Engineer with Chevron, working out of their San Francisco office. His career allowed him to travel extensively, taking him to Frankfurt, Germany, Kazakhstan, and all across the United States for weeks and months at a time.

Ray always said he went as far as he could with “just a high school education,” but everyone who knew him knew he was far smarter than any degree could have made him. He enlisted in the Navy Reserves seven months before his 18th birthday by lying about his age. As a result, he was made to serve every extra day as punishment for that lie, and he never lied again.

Not too long after he began working at Standard Oil, Donald Ray was born. To make ends meet, Ray took on two, and at one time three, separate jobs. Three years later, Ronald Dean was born, and four years after that, Glenn Alan was born. After having four boys, Ray and Charlene accepted that a daughter was not part of God’s plan.

Ray lived in Richmond, San Pablo, Fairfield, and Vacaville before moving to Penn Valley, California, in 1987, where he spent the remainder of his life. Until he could no longer drive, he was an active member of Penn Valley Community Church, serving as an elder for many years and doing whatever needed to be done.
Whether mowing the lawns, setting up chairs, greeting parishioners, or making sure the coffee pot was full before Sunday services, Ray simply wanted to serve the Lord in whatever capacity was needed.

He accepted the Lord as a youngster and lived his life accordingly. Up until the day of his passing, Ray knew where he was going, and he was looking forward to it.

Ray is survived by his wife of 72 years, Charlene; his sons Bob and his wife Maryann, Don and his wife Tami, Ron and his wife Marjan, and Glenn and his girlfriend Beth; his grandchildren Tammi Stout, Bill White, Robert White, Clinton White, Jenny Magiara, and Trevor White; his great grandchildren Julia, Allysa, Joeb, Cassidy, Isaiah, Bella, Joshua, Judah, and Esther; and his great, great grandchildren Paisley, Dawson, Madeline, Eleanor, Nikki, and Ivy. He is also survived by his cousin Barbara Palmer; his nephew Robert Wallace; and his nieces Carol Ann Wallace and Gerry Seeley.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Joe and Della; his brother Leonard; and his half-brother Joe.

05/11/2026

Teresa Cerna Obituary

Grass Valley - Teresa G. Cerna, 91, passed away on Monday, April 6, 2026, in Grass Valley, California. Teresa was born on September 30, 1934 in Superior, Arizona. In 1945, the Gonzales family moved to Florence, Arizona. Teresa attend Florence High School. In 1950, the Gonzales family moved from Arizona to San Jose, California and Teresa attended James Lick High School where she graduated in 1953.

Teresa's hobbies were playing baseball and basketball in high school. She loved to travel with her family and enjoyed camping trips. She loved to draw and write poetry. Her favorite insect was the ladybug.

Teresa met her husband John Cerna at the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk; they were soon married in 1957 at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church in San Jose, California. Teresa and John started their family in Spreckels, California. Teresa enjoyed being a homemaker and enjoyed being involved with her kids playing baseball. She volunteered with Girl Scouts, Spreckels Elementary School and Saint Joseph's Catholic Church. Teresa and John shared 56 years of marriage before John passed in 2013.

Teresa in November 2024 was diagnosed with salivary gland cancer. She lived her final year in Grass Valley on a farm with goats, donkeys, chickens, dogs and cat. She loved drawing all the farm animals and writing her poetry.

Teresa is survived by Sister Gloria Gonzales of Atwater, California. Daughters: Marguerite (Cerna) Gutierrez and husband Richard with grandkids, great-grandkids and great-great grandkids of Brentwood, California, Christina Cerna with grandkids and great-grandkids of Salinas, California, Angela (Cerna) Alberti and husband Sal of Grass Valley, California, Sons Martin Cerna and wife Shannon and with grandkids and great-grandkids of Hayward, California and David Cerna and with grandchild of Huntington Beach, California. Their daughter Felicia (Cerna) Holguin passed in 2020.

Services will be held on Thursday, May 21, 2026, starting with a Mass at St. Joseph Catholic Church at 15 Railroad Avenue, Spreckels at 11:00 a.m. Final resting will take place at 12:30 p.m. at Garden of Memories at 850 Abbott St, Salinas, followed by a celebration of life at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Spreckels. Instead of flowers the family set up a fundraiser with St. Jude’s to honor her memory. If you would like to donate please contact Angela at motocat1966@yahoo.com

05/08/2026

Donna Elaine Ortiz, born November 2, 1934 in Ohio, went to be with our Lord Jesus on April 24th, 2026 at the age of 91.

Donna eventually found her way to California. She met Nick Ortiz in Riverside and they were married shortly before moving to Nevada City in 1973. The two enjoyed their home and property in the Tahoe National Forest, and spent the next 5 decades there, deeply interconnected with the lives of countless others in the community.

Donna is preceded in death by her two siblings, her loving husband Nick of 44 years and son Michael. She is survived by her sons Dan (Page), Pete and John (Qing), and daughters Amber and Karissa; six grandchildren; five great grandchildren as well as many other
"borrowed" family members, to whom Donna was a loving "mom" and "grandma" figure to, having a lasting impact on their lives.
Donna passed on from this life in her own familiar surroundings, with various family members, dear friends and wonderful caregivers, loving her well. The evidence of one life that touched so many others was on full display, leaving Donna's unique and lasting mark on the hearts of those who knew her. She will be dearly missed by all.

The family wishes to express sincere appreciation to the medical staff, Hilltop Commons, and all of the compassionate caregivers that lovingly attended and supported our dear Donna.
May Jesus welcome Donna with open arms, into His eternal kingdom.

05/08/2026

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Rosalie Holly Tappero passed away peacefully on May 2nd, 2026 at the age of 84 after a long journey with Alzheimer’s disease.
A memorial service at Emmanuel Episcopal Church in Grass Valley is scheduled for Saturday, June 6th at 1:00 p.m. with a Celebration of Life to follow at Peace Lutheran Fellowship Center in Grass Valley to begin at approximately 2:30 p.m.

Rosie was born on July 19th, 1941 to Francis (Grenny) and Anona (Nonie) Grenfell in Nevada City at the Miners Hospital (currently the California College of Ayurveda on Zion Street). She was an only child. She was predeceased by her first husband, John Abas and her husband of 42 years, Joseph Tappero.

Her father’s family - the Grenfells - came to the West from Lands’ End, England upon the closure of the tin mines in Cornwall at the turn of the 20th century. Her great grandfather brought the entire brood to Idaho and then California to work the hard rock mines of silver and gold. Eventually settling in Nevada County, generations of Grenfell men worked at the Empire Mine, with Rosie’s dad, Grenny, employed there until the mine’s closure in 1956. This long connection to the life of hard rock miners also meant the women of the family learned how to make a rather wonderful and proper Cornish pasty – a skill passed down to current generations!

As a fourth generation and lifelong resident of Nevada County, Rosie attended local schools growing up, graduating from Nevada Union Senior High School in 1959. She went on to receive her elementary teaching credential from Sacramento State College. Rosie taught first grade for 37 years starting in Auburn and spending the majority of her career as a beloved educator at Bell Hill School in Grass Valley. Over those many years, Rosie’s kind-hearted and generous nature made it easy for her to form many lifelong friendships with her teaching colleagues.

She also found purpose for her caring soul as a member of the Emmanuel Episcopal Church parish. Rosie served on the vestry, and also as an ardent member of the church’s Saint Catherine’s Guild. A musician at heart - and following in the footsteps of her mother and grandmother - she played the piano and was a dedicated member of the choir at her beloved Emmanuel. These activities, too, brought her more cherished friendships. For years and years, these friends from both her life as a teacher and a parish member, gathered often to stay connected – first as members of the local Red Hat Society and later, renaming themselves the Golden Girls.

Rosie was an extraordinarily active person – she was an avid gardener who loved hiking and identifying wildflowers and birds. She and her husband, Joe, were tennis players and longtime members of the Ridge Racket Club and she tried her hand at a bit of golf, as well. When not enjoying the outdoors, you could find Rosie reading, often preparing for one of the many book clubs she attended, or perhaps on her way to a game of bridge.

But most of all, Rosie was a devoted mother and grandmother. Nothing could get in the way of her doing all she could to support her ‘girls.’ She travelled, helped in classrooms, chaperoned, baked cakes, made countless meals and ferried many children to and fro and through it all she was kind, loving, full of grace and thoughtful guidance – showing everyone around her what it meant to live a life of service to her community and those she loved.

She is survived by her daughters, Wendy (Matthew) Willoughby and Tina (David) Hookom; granddaughters Olivia and Simone Willoughby and Madeline and Juliette Hookom.

Rosie’s goodness and light touched many, many people throughout her life - all those that knew her are better for it and she will be deeply missed.

Arrangements are under the care of Hooper and Weaver Mortuary.

05/08/2026

Stuey Weills Obituary
Stuey Weills

October 9, 1947 – March 30, 2026

Susan Carpenter Weills, better known as "Stuey," died on March 30, a year and a half after her diagnosis of glioblastoma, an aggressive form of brain cancer.

Stuey's illness forced her into an unplanned retirement. She closed the Gray Goose, the store she had owned in downtown Nevada City for 36 years, in early 2025. The Gray Goose was known for its selection of unique gifts, "from the sublime to the ridiculous," all of which reflected the personality of Stuey herself colorful, stylish, art-loving, and with a wicked sense of humor. She was incredibly generous and brought much life and color be it her hair or the shop walls to Nevada City.

Stuey was born in Ross, California, to Audrey Davis Weills and John C.S. Weills III. She was the fifth of six children. Her father's job with the phone company moved the family across northern California, from Marin County, to Santa Rosa, back to Marin, on to Sacramento, and to Berkeley. Her family has deep roots in Nevada City stretching back to logging and milling operations in Relief Hill and North Bloomfield in the mid-1800s. During Stuey's childhood, Nevada City was always a secondary home for the family, where they would frequently stay with their grandmother Elizabeth Davis.

Stuey attended high school at Verde Valley School in Sedona, Arizona, and Sacramento High School before enrolling at UC Berkeley, where she graduated with an anthropology degree in 1976. In the early 1970s, the Weills family began to gravitate to Nevada City, and soon Audrey, John, and four of their adult children had put down roots here, including Stuey.

Before she bought the Gray Goose, Stuey worked in numerous Nevada City and Grass Valley restaurants (too many to list). Between waitressing and running her shop, Stuey was a wild personality in downtown Nevada City for more than 50 years.

Stuey is survived by her five siblings: Christopher Weills of Berkeley, Anne Weills of Oakland, and Tuck Weills, Penny Matson, and Kenly Weills, all of Nevada City. She also leaves behind her beloved Westie, Archie, and her cat, Alice. She was preceded in death by her first Westie, Reggie, and many cats. She relished the role of aunt and greatly enriched the lives of her nieces, her nephews, their children, and many generations of young people in the orbit of her shop.

Huge thanks to the many friends, neighbors, family, and caregivers who provided loving care these last few months.

A memorial will be held at the Miners Foundry, 325 Spring Street in Nevada City, on May 31 at 2:00 pm. In lieu of flowers, consider a donation to Sammie's Friends, Rescue for Pet Sake, or the Transgender Education Network of Texas (TENT).

05/06/2026

James Muhlbach passed away on October 7, 2025, at his home. He was born on July 11, 1964, in San Francisco, California, to Harriet and Edward Muhlbach. He was a man of many talents and was always there to help his friends and family. He is lovingly remembered by his daughter, Nattalie Brown, and will be deeply missed by all who knew him.

A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, May 9, at 1:00 p.m. at 11875 Rogue House Place in Grass Valley. Casual dress is highly encouraged!