F.D. Sweet and Son

05/21/2026

05/18/2026

Obituary For Brian McClure Close
Brian McClure Close, 75, passed away on Monday, May 4th, at his residence in Willows, California. Brian was born on August 21, 1950 in Oak Harbor, Washington. Brian's parents met while both serving in the Navy. As such, his early childhood was spent moving around before settling down in Pleasanton, California.

In elementary and high school, Brian was active in his local 4-H club where he developed a passion for nature and agriculture. During high school, Brian played football and threw discus for his track team. After high school, he attended Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo, and then transferred to Chico State where he earned a Bachelors degree in animal science.

After completing an education program he started working for Elk Creek High School, where he spent his entire teaching career teaching agriculture. He also coached girls volleyball, softball, and basketball, leading the girls to several league championships.

In his free time, Brian could often be found on the golf course, teeing up with friends and family. It wasn’t all fun and games though. Brian was often the first to arrive at the Elk Creek Volunteer Fire Department whenever an emergency occured. (Though that may be because he lived across the street from the station.)

He is survived by his wife Karen, their three sons: Garret, Elliot, and Parker, his brother Victor Close, many inlaws, and numerous nieces and nephews whose lives have been enriched by his kinship. Brian was preceded in death by his sister Kathleen and his brothers: Bruce, Kevin, and Mike Close.

Per Brian’s request, no services will be held. Brian’s family appreciates your thoughts and prayers during this time. He will be forever loved and remembered.

04/19/2026

Obituary For Ola Jane McClain
Ola Jane McClain, born Ola Jane Coleman was born on November 5, 1947, in San Francisco, California to her loving parents, William H. Coleman, Sr. and Laura Lee Coleman (Bradshaw). Ola was the sixth of eight children, and grew up in the Richmond Bay Area.

Ola was preceded in death by her parents, and her siblings, Katherine Young, Mildred Cornelious, Doris Walton, William H. Howard Coleman, Jr., Noble Coleman, Laura E. Woods, and Lillie Conner. She leaves to cherish her memory, the love of her life and husband of 58 years, Larry McClain Sr., her beloved son and daughter, Larry McClain Jr. (Shannon), and Monica Haman (Galen); grandchildren Olivia Johnson (Steven), Marcus McClain, Ava Haman, Jenna Haman, Leah Haman & Emma Haman as well as many nieces, and nephews.

Ola grew up in the Easter Hill Methodist Church in Richmond,California participating in many youth activities and went on to lead and direct the Youth Choir. She graduated from Harry Ells High School and was the first of the family to graduate from college with a Bachelors of Science degree from California State University, Hayward, in 1973. She
later earned her Masters Degree from University of San Francisco.

Ola began teaching at the Marilyn Avenue Elementary School in Livermore, California in 1968, then moved to Willows where she was the first African American to teach in Glenn County. She supported her community by teaching English as a Second Language while also teaching Special Education at Princeton High School. Ola then taught at Willows Elementary School, completing a forty year teaching career. During her career Ola received multiple Teacher of the Year Awards and was constantly recognized for her contributions and achievements.
As an avid sports fan, Ola followed all sports games, primarily football, basketball and her favorite sport baseball. She watched and attended a plethora of games, with season tickets for the Oakland Raiders, (while they were in Oakland), closely following the Oakland A’s, San Francisco 49ers and the Warriors; attending games out-of-state as well as locally.

While these are milestones and just a glimpse of Ola, she had a life full of family, friends, grandchildren and great
grandchild, laughter and mostly love. Ola will live on in the hearts of those who knew her and loved her.

04/13/2026

Obituary For Robert B. Pellizzari
Robert B. Pellizzari September 28, 1933 – April 2, 2026

Robert “Bob” Pellizzari, 92, of Willows, California, passed away peacefully on April 2, 2026, in Folsom California surrounded by love and care.

Born in Palo Alto on September 28, 1933, to John and Mary (Simonini) Pellizzari, Bob’s adaptability was shaped early on. At age eight, while his father served in the war, Bob and his brother Albert were raised by their traditional Italian grandparents.

Bob attended Palo Alto High School but often cut classes to go fishing during his senior year (Nonna didn't care). After graduation, Bob served in the U.S. Army, where he had a natural talent for training dogs.

Later he went on to own Bob’s Auto Supply and had a wrecking yard in the back. He jokingly said that he had been recycling for 40 years before it was ever popular.

Besides his work, Bob was defined by his easygoing nature and found joy in the simple things in life. Visiting family, fishing, cycling, and playing cards.

He loved all things Italian, Bianchi and Legnano bicycles and Alfa Ramerò cars. Above all, he cherished time spent at family dinners and never passed up chocolates, pie, or spumoni ice cream.

Bob leaves behind his devoted wife, Rose Marie Thrailkill Pellizzari, and her sons Jim & David. He was preceded in death by Marie Pellizzari, his beloved wife of 52 years, and their son, Jim Pellizzari.

Bob was a loving father to Dan Pellizzari of Redding CA and Lisa Raposa of Folsom CA. A loving grandfather to Casey Pellizzari, Leah (Raposa) Highfill, Jesse Raposa, Jordan Pellizzari and Jamie (Pellizzari) Robertson. Great-grandchildren Aubrey, Addie, Kayden, Kaila, Reese, Cori, Callahan, Macie, and one more great-grandson on the way.

A funeral service will be held at Willows Cemetery. Graveside service on Friday, April 24th at 11:00 am.

Bob wanted to be remembered as good guy and a good father; he was both. His legacy lives on in the stories told around the dinner table.

04/05/2026

Obituary For William Richard Stinson
Wiliam Richard Stinson 65 yrs passed 3/31/26 He was born in Albuquerque New Mexico on 1/24/1961.

He lived in California most of his life, resided in Willows, California the last 3 years. He was an Airforce Veteran and worked most his life as a carpenter and held a State Contractors license up until 10 years ago due to health issues. He loved all Sports (49ers his team), fishing, swimming and BBQ's.

His mother Dianna Massey and Brother David Stinson preceded his death, His Father Charles Kohler is still living , as are his sister's Susan Polk ,Natalie Servello and Rebecca Kohler -Fessey, and 1 Brother Christopher Kohler. He has 5 nephews, 8 nieces, 13 great nephews and 13 great nieces. He loved them all.

You'll be missed "Ricky" LOVE you!

02/27/2026

Obituary For Paul David Eibe
Paul Eibe, 57, passed away Tuesday, February 17th .

Paul was a resident of Willows, CA.
He graduated from Glenn County High School in 1986. After graduating from high school, Paul attended the University of California Santa Barbara where he studied mechanical engineering. He then attended Russell Race Mechanics School at Sears
Point; his first professional race was The Rolex 24 hour at Daytona.

After leaving the racing world, he entered the medical device business where he was employed as a mechanical designer. He has been named on 12 different patents. Paul left the medical device business and has worked as his mother’s care giver for the
past 10 years.

Paul is survived by his mother Lucy, his Uncle Albert, Aunts Mary Jo and Medelyn and cousins Veronica, Debbie and Jennifer.

Services will be held Saturday, March 7, 11 am at St. Monica’s Church.

02/13/2026

Obituary For Edward Gabriel Lopez
Edward G. Lopez passed away January 31, 2026 in Chico, CA. He was born December 10, 1931 in Glenn, CA to Mateo Lopez and Mary Molino. He was one of eleven siblings.

Ed graduated from Princeton High School in 1950 then began working in the farming industry. In 1952 he was drafted into the United States Army. He served his time in the Korean War stationed in Japan. After leaving the Army he returned to work on his family's farm. In 1954 he entered the National School of Meat Cutting in Toledo, OH, where he learned how to become a butcher. He returned to California and worked for Safeway in Los Angeles . In 1956 he was called home to work on the family farm because his father had become ill. He didn't mind coming home because he was homesick. In 1963 he got hired at his local market, Sani Food. Ed would spend 30 years working as a butcher. In 1968 he married Sylvia Hernandez. Together they had three children: Jesus Lopez, Sonia (Chris) Johnson, and Gabriel Lopez. He has two grandchildren: Brice Johnson (Lilianna) and Kyle Johnson. And one great grandchild: Valentina Johnson.

Ed was a great provider for his family and enjoyed life’s simple pleasures. He was content watching different kinds of sports on television: football (Go 49’ers), boxing , Nascar, and track events. He took great pleasure in eating a home cooked meal. Then he would find his favorite chair and read his newspaper.

A Celebration of his Life will be held Monday, February 16, 2026 at FD Sweet & Son in Willows at 11am. A reception will follow.

01/22/2026

Obituary For Daniel Arthur Perry
Daniel Arthur Perry, born July 29, 1960, in Willows, California, passed away while enjoying one of his favorite pastimes—riding his motorcycle. He leaves behind a legacy of a life well lived. Dan was the beloved son of John and Jessie Perry and a brother to Linda and Larry, Nancy and Jeffrey, John and Patricia, and was a lifelong friend of the Willows community.

Dan attended Willows High School, graduating in 1979, where he was a dedicated four-year athlete in both football and baseball. His love for sports and competitive spirit carried him to Butte College, where he played baseball for two years. During his summers, Dan worked tirelessly fighting fires with the Max One Strike Team, running a chainsaw to help fund his education.

From Butte College, Dan earned a baseball scholarship to Pacific University in Forest Grove, Oregon. After college, he worked on oil rigs in Ventura before returning to Chico State to complete his degree in education.

Dan later pursued a calling to serve his community by putting himself through the police academy at Butte College, graduating in 1987.

Dan served the community proudly as an officer with the Willows Police Department for 10 years. He then transitioned to work for the Glenn-Colusa Irrigation District as a ditch tender for nine years before returning to law enforcement with the Glenn County Sheriff’s Office, where he served for an additional 10 years.

In September 1988, he married the love of his life, Bernie Perry. Together, they built a beautiful life with their children Katie and Bryan, Courtney, Joey and Marissa. Dan and Bernie shared 37 years of marriage filled with love, dedication, and family.

Dan was a proud and devoted “Papa Bear” to four beautiful granddaughters, and he was joyfully anticipating the arrival of his first grandson. Being a grandfather was one of his greatest joys, and his love for his grandchildren was boundless.

Throughout his life, Dan was known for his strong character, goofy personality, and deep devotion to his family.

Dan leaves behind a legacy of service, perseverance, and love that will continue through his family and all who knew him.

A celebration of life for Dan will be held at St. Monica Catholic Church in Willows, California, on January 30, 2026, at 11:00 AM. Followed by interment at the Willows Catholic Cemetery and a reception at the Parrish Hall.