The Humboldt Sun - August 28, 2007

MRS. FLORENCE W. AASE

Florence Wholey Aase, born April 14, 1932, entered eternal peace on Aug. 15, 2007. She spent most of her early years in Winnemucca. After her marriage to Ger Aase she lived in many parts of the country and Germany.

They retired in Lacy, Wash., where they continued to raise their two children Renae Aase Eggers and Gerald Aase, Florence was a full time wife and mother until starting a career in real estate.

Proceeded in death by her father Walter Wholey, mother Lavern Wholey and husband Gerald Aase. She is survived gy daughter Renae Eggers, son Gerald Aase, both of Lacy, sister Barbara Krell of West Bend, Wis., brother Jim Wholey of Winnemucca and numberous nieces and nephews.

Florence was laid to rest Aug. 4, 2007, at the Woodland Funeral Home in Lacy.

Donations can be sent to the American cancer Society.

MR. ROBERT L. ABBOTT

Robert L. Abbott went to be with the Lord on July 14, 2008. Robert was born in Long Beach, Calif., on Nov. 20, 1937.

Robert was a graduate of Brea High School. He went on to serve in the United States Air Force and received an honorable discharge.

Survivors include his sister Beverly Crow, first wife Sylvia Abbott, his two children Donald and Richard Abbott, three grandchildren and his current wife Tina Abbott. A memorial service will be held tomorrow at 4635 Teal Lane at 2 p.m.

MR. LEVI C. ABEL SR.

Levi Corey Abel Sr., passed away on Friday, July 31, 2009, at St. Mary's Hospital.

Levi is entered into death with his wife, Bonnie Hinkey Abel; sisters Alberta Brown, Leona Wasson; brothers Calvin Abel, Lawrence "Basco" Abel and son Steven Abel and stepson Douglas Hinkey; father Charles Abel and mother Jessie Barr Abel.

Levi is survived by sisters Thalia Dick and Geraldine Abel. Levi's children consist of Gene Clark Abel, Estelle Jackson, Levi Abel Jr.. Robert Abel, Cornelia Thomas, Caroline Abel and Patty M. and stepdaughters Gayle Horn, Jeralyn Brown and Janelle Brown.

Levi has numerous cousins, nieces, nephews, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Viewing will be at 5 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 6, 2009, at the Fort McDermitt Tribal Gym. Funeral Services will be held at 2 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 7, 2009, with Interment at the Fort McDermitt Indian Cemetery with dinner to follow after burial.

MR. Raymond 'COREY' ABEL

Our beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother and Uncle Corey Abel passed away on Friday, March 12, 2010, in Reno; Nev.., surrounded by his wife and grandson Brendan, after a courageous battle with cancer. Corey was 63 years old.

Corey was born July 23, 1946. on the Ft. McDermitt Reservation. The son of George and Hazel (Garfield) Abel.

Corey attended school on the Ft. McDermitt Reservation until the school was moved to the town of McDermitt, where Corey graduated from high school in 1965. He was very athletic and participated in all sports; football, basketball, track, high school rodeos and boxing. Upon completion of high school, Corey was drafted into the United States Army which he proudly served during the Vietnam era.

Corey was a well respected man with the Ft. McDermitt Paiute and Shoshone Tribe, which he was an enrolled member. He was a member of the Ft. McDermitt Stockman's Association and the Quinn River Indian Rodeo Association.

Corey is survived by his wife of 39 years Mona, daughters Kimberly Abel (Steve) of Owyhee, Stephanie Abel and son John Corey Abel of McDermitt, Grandchildren Brendan Abel, of McDermitt, Teela, Keeli, Katie Louise and Clay "Bob" Harney all of Owyhee. Sisters Nancy Abel, Wadsworth, Sharon Barton, Ei Paso, Texas, Sandra Garrity, Pocatello, Idaho, and brother Glen Abel, McDermitt. He is preceded in death by his parents, brothers Nathan Dick, Leroy Miller, Gordon Abel and Harold Abel, sisters Barbara Dick and Esther Pacheco.

A visitation was held at Corey's home on Wednesday, March 17, 2010. Funeral Services were held on March 18, 2010, at the McDermitt Community Hall. Internment was at the Northern Nevada Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Femley on March 19,2010.

The family requests donations be made to the LaRena Smith-Bengoa Run, Ride or Walk for the Cure, c/o of Amorita Maher, P.O. Box 435, McDermitt, Nev. 89421 In Memory of Corey Abel.

MRS. MARY L. ADAMS

Mary Latricia (Henderson) Adams, 66 of Winnemucca, died peacefully at home with her three daughters at her side. She was preceded in death by her father, Carl Henderson; mother. Margarete Henderson and brother, Larry Henderson. She is survived by her three daughters; Danne (Doug) Crawford of Winneihucca, Kim (Todd) Gamer of Tracy, Calif., and Leslie (Ray) Williams of Redmond, Ore., also 10 grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. Two brothers, Gary Henderson of Citrus Heights, Calif., & Jerry Henderson of Lakeview, Ore.

Mary was born Aug. 12,1943, in Okemah, Okla., the youngest of four children. The family moved from Oklahoma to Lake-view, Ore., in 1951, where her three daughters were born. Later she moved to Klamath Falls, Ore., where she lived until her retirement.

Throughout the years Mary worked as a secretary, forestiy dispatcher and most recently in Klamath Falls schools and with handicapped adults. Mary moved to Winnemucca in 2010. She enjoyed arts and crafts, gardening and activities with her family. Her greatest joy was spending time with her grandchildren & great-grandchildren.

We'li miss you so much Mom.

In lieu of flowers please direct donations to Humboldt Volunteer Hospice, P.O. Box 843, Winnemucca, NV 89446.

Lovelock Funeral Home handled arrangements.

MR. JAMES V. ALBISU

James Victor Albisu (Jim), age 67, McDermitt, died at his residence on Sunday, March 29. 2009, of prostate cancer.

Jim was born to the late Victor Albisu and Juanita Jaca Albisu on Dec. 23, 1941, in Jordan Valley, Ore.

He graduated from Elko County High School in 1960. Jim attended colleges in Oregon and Nevada, obtaining a degree in. Accounting. Jim was drafted into the United States Army, serving in the Vietnam War. He received the Vietnam Service Medal, CIS (1st Award) and Expert Rifle Medal.

Jim worked at the Easterday (Vance Ranch) and the Cordero Mine in McDermitt. He later purchased the Chevron Bulk Plant from his father Victor Albisu and Uncle Batista Albisu. Jim operated the bulk plant, Bi-State Petroleum, until his retirement. Jim was an avid hunter, fisherman and loved the outdoors. He enjoyed his visits to the Say When and other local establishments.

Jim is survived by two brothers, one sister and their spouses, five nephews, one niece, four great-nephews, four great-nieces and numerous cousins.

As requested by Jim no funeral services will be held.

MR. SANTY L. ALBISU

Santy "Sam" Luis Albisu, beloved father, grandpa and great-grandpa, passed away peacefully at age 84 surrounded by family at the Beehive Homes in Winnemucca on Feb. 25, 2008.

Sam was the eighth of nine children born in McDermitt on Sept. 23, 1923, to Ignacio and Tomasa (Bedarona) Albisu of the Basque Country in Spain.

Sam spent his entire life in McDermitt except for the time he served in the military and his final year of life at the Beehive.

Sam served in communications in the Philippines and Japan during World War II, where he helped put up poles and string wires through jungle areas. After the war, he worked for brothers Victor and Batista at the Standard Station and bulk plant. Then he and brother Frank bought the inventory and formed a partnership in running the Standard Station themselves for many years. Sam also worked for Harney electric company and DeLong Drilling at Bretz Mine as a driller's helper.

He later operated the Desert Inn Hotel and Bar for a number of years and worked as a watchman at Cordero Mine.

Sam was preceded in death by his mother and father, and his sisters Concha Olavarria and Mary McGuire, brothers Eusebio "Sap," Victor "Vic," Batista "Boat," Elario "Elar," Donato "Donuts or Don" and Frank.

Sam is survived by his daughters and sons-in-law Sandra and Cleto Bengoa, Cindy and Randy Durant and Lori and Richard Egan, as well as his seven grandchildren (and their spouses) Sonny (Mary) Bengoa, Cody (Tiffany) Bengoa, Sandy (Jeremy) Lutz, Maria (Hector) Rivera, Lowell Egan, Lindsey Egan and Ashley Egan. He was blessed with five great-grandchildren Sean, Sam, and Maitea Bengoa, and Hector Jr. and Ricky Rivera, as well as numerous wonderful nieces and nephews.

Sam's greatest love in life was his family. He cherished every moment that he spent with them and enjoyed fishing and playing cards with his grandkids.

In lieu of flowers, please send donations to the Humboldt Volunteer Hospice, PO. Box 843, Winnemucca, Nev., 89446. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Lovelock Funeral Home and services will be held on a future date.

For those of us who knew Sam, he will live on in our hearts forever.

MR. BENARDO ALCORTA

Benardo Alcorta, 83, of McDermitt died at his home on Monday, June 8, 2009.

Benardo Alcorta was born in McDermitt on Aug. 20, 1925, to Saturnino and Justa Telleria Alcorta. He attended a one-room schoolhouse at the Oregon Canyon Ranch, McDermitt. He graduated from Jordon Valley High School in 1943. He and his two brothers, Satur and Simon worked with their Dad on their ranch above 10 Miles Ranch. He married Emelia Muguira in 1948 in Reno. They moved to Bend, Ore., where he logged on the Deschutes River. Their two children Lorraine and Frank were born in Bend and at the death of his father they moved back to McDermitt. Once back in McDermitt they purchased the 95 Texaco Service Station and operated it until the death of his mother. Benardo then operated the family ranch until his retirement. He loved to kid and tease and those he loved knew that it was his way of affections.

His son Frank, great-grandson Jordan and brothers Simon and Satur preceded Benardo in death. He is survived by his loving wife Emelia, daughter Lorraine (Howard Jr.) Huttman, Grand-children Beverly (Travis) Nagel, Jamie (David) Brown, David (Corey) Alcorta, Heather (John) Journeycake, Hailey (Dustin) Christean, Ryan (Reme) Huttman, Olivia (Dale) Mentaberry and 10 great-grandchildren.

Funeral services will be held on Saturday, June 13. Viewing will be from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. at McDermitt Community Hall, with a graveside service at McDermitt Cemetery. There will be a luncheon following service at McDermitt Community Hall.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Humboldt Hospice, Box 843, Winnemucca, NV 89446, McDermitt Community Library or McDermitt Cemetery Fund. Lovelock Funeral Home han-dled arrangements.

MR. BEN D. ALDOUS

Ben Darrell Aldous, the youngest of eight children was born to Charles Franklin and Anna Marie Lowe Aldous on Sept. 2, 1929, at Downey, Idaho, His father passed away when he was just five years old. Ben was reared and attended school in Downey, Idaho.

While working at Pioneer Motors in Pocatello, he met Carol Lee Strack who attended Pocatello High School located directly across the street. They were married Sept. 12, 1950, in Pocatello, Idaho. They moved to Winnemucca in February 1955 where Ben worked for his sister and brother-in-law, Rilda and Woodrow Eriksen at Winnemucca Propane.

In March, 1954 Danielle was born and in August, 1956 Eric joined the family. Ben continued to work in the propane business delivering fuel and servicing appliances until his retirement in, oops he realiy never retired.

Ben loved to visit with friends and family, in fact, he never met a stranger. In his earlier years after work, he sanded, taped and painted cars to earn extra money for his young family. He also enjoyed boating and waterskiing at Rye Patch Dam and Pit Taylor each summer weekend, rarely missing a weekend. He too enjoyed going back to Pocatello as often as he could to visit with his Idaho family and friends. He was "sharp as a tack" and had an excellent memory for places, dates and times. He had a great love for motorcycles, particularly his Jawas, Norton and Kawasaki. You could always catch him talking on the phone, reading the Reno Gazette Journal and Humboldt Sun newspapers as well as various non-fiction books, magazines and doing the sleuth puzzles out of the Reno Gazette Journal. Daily he called the America Gas gals and John Tippen to quiz them if they knew the sleuth answer like he did!!

Ben, age 79, passed away unexpectedly at Humboldt General Hospital early Monday morning, Nov. 10, 2008. He is survived by his wife, Carol of Winnemucca; daughter, Danielle Rae Yroz (Jim) of Elko and son, Eric Darrell of Winnemucca; granddaughter, Erica Jane Smith and one great granddaughter, Zoe Grace Alexandria Denton of Middleburg, Fla., and a sister, Josephine Pool of Pocatello, Idaho, and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; two brothers, Clinton and Pat as wel! as four sisters, Vivian, Verta, Rilda and Rebba.

Funeral services will be held Friday, Nov. 14, 2008, at 10 a.m. at the Winnemucca Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints Cultural Hall at 111 McArthur Ave. with President Steve Hall officiating.

The family will receive friends on Friday morning, Nov. 14, 2008, at 9 a.m. in the Relief Society Room. Internment will follow at the Winnemucca Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to your favorite charity.

MR. ROBERT G. ANDEREGG

Robert Grant Anderegg, 53 of Winnemucca died Jan. 6, 2008, at Reno Northern Nevada Medical Center.

Robert was born June 5, 1954, in Santa Clara, Calif., to David Anderegg and Joanne Haycraft. He married Christine A. Knutsen June 4, 1977. They had three children, Marie 29, Robert 27, and Sharon 26. In addition Robert leaves behind a sister Sherry, brother Fred, niece Joanne Panchana and grandson Jason.

He was a safe and articulate miner, a wonderful friend, a caring husband and extraordinary father. He lived his life to the fullest and he will be greatly missed by all.

MR. CHARLES G. ANDERSON

Charles G. "Chuck" Anderson, 63, of Winnemucca died at Renown Medical Center in Reno on Sunday, March 22, 2009, after being diagnosed with cancer in February.

Chuck was born on July 3, 1945, in Glendale, Calif. Chuck was employed with Humboldt County School District for 25 years in the Building and Maintenance Department, retiring Aug. 4, 2008.

Prior to coming to Winnemucca, Chuck worked various jobs in the building maintenance field and as a machinist in California. Chuck leaves no family but his best friend, his dog "Highway." Chuck will be missed deeply by the many friends he leaves behind.

Contributions may be made to "FOCCAS" Friends of Castaway Companions Animal Shelter, P.O. Box 1587, Winnemucca, Nevada 89446. Lovelock Funeral Home handled arrangements.

MRS. DALLENE W. ANDERSON

Nevada native, and lifelong resident, Dallene W. Anderson passed away Feb. 7, 2008, of congestive heart failure with her family at her bedside.

Mrs. Anderson was born on March 21, 1937, to Dallas and Amy Coffman deFluiter in Reno.

She married James R. Anderson Oct. 19, 1955, and together they raised four children in Reno. She was a loving mother and homemaker of the finest caliber.

She and her husband moved to Winnemucca in 1977 and lived at 4905 Davis Lane. She loved to cook for her family and cherished her most prized cookbook, "Treasury of Great Recipes," presented to her and signed by the author, the late Vincent Price.

She was an avid fisherwoman and was fond of fishing with her family and friends in the Ruby Marshes.

Mrs. Anderson is survived by her husband, James R. of Winnemucca; a sister, La Verne Zeek of Lebanon, Ore.; and her children: Gary of Middleburg, Fla; Lonnie Massotty of Reno; Richard of Yreka, Calif.; James P. of Winnemucca; and brother-in-law/foster son Gary S. Anderson of Carson City.

Grandchildren Jeff Burroughs, Nathan Weiss, Scott, Gary Jr., Jason and Hillary Anderson; and great-granddaughter Stephany Rose also survive her.

There will be no public services at Mrs. Anderson's request.

MRS. VERNA ANDERSON

Verna Anderson, age 91, of Reno, passed away Jan. 27, 2008. Verna was born in Winnemucca on May 23, 1916, to parents Carrie Choate Bullis and Cameron Angus Bullis.

She grew up in Paradise Valley and Winnemucca. Verna graduated from Humboldt County High School in 1934. She attended the University of Nevada, where she was a member of Pi Beta Phi Sorority, graduating in 1940. Verna taught school at Getchell Mine and later at Sun Valley Elementary School in Reno.

On June 21, 1940, Verna married Victor O. Anderson in Winnemucca. They relocated to Reno in 1944. In 1950, Vic and Vema moved to Alturas, Calif., where they published The Alturas Plaindealer until 1952. After returning to Reno, Verna was a homemaker, enjoying sewing, furniture refmishing, antiquing, art-related hobbies and her children's sports and 4-H activities.

In 1965, Vic and Verna purchased Vic's family ranch, Porcupine Creek, located in Humboldt County. After restoring the ranch, building their new home and Vic's retirement in 1970, Porcupine Creek Ranch was their home for 25 years before moving to Los Alamos, Calif., and Reno.

Being a native Nevadan, Vema loved and appreciated the beauty of desert sunrises and sunsets, snow-covered mountains, sagebrush and wildflowers, bird watching, deserted mining towns, old ranch buildings and barns — all inspiration for her beautiful photography, which she enjoyed sharing with family and friends.

Words and music were her passion. Knowing that her eyesight was failing but not her astute memory, Vema began to write poetry and chronicle her life. Porcupine No. 1, Grandma Says and Grandma Says More adorn our library shelves. We are thankful for the recorded history and will treasure her stories for generations to come.

We cheered, laughed and cried when Verna surprised Vic at Christmas with her gift of song, "I Can't Give You Anything But Love, Baby." Every word and note was perfect as well as her smiie.

Our lives have been enriched with her bold opinions, her sense of humor, her amazing spirit for life and her love of God.

"The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want. He maketh me to lie down in green pastures; He leadeth me beside still waters. He restoreth my soul: He guideth me in the paths of righteousness for his name's sake. Yea, thou I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil; for thou art with me; Thy rod and thy staff, they comfort me. Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of mine enemies: Thou hast anointed my head with oil; My cup runneth over. Surely goodness and loving kindness shall follow me all the days of my life; And I shall dwell in the house of the Lord for ever." — Psalm 23

Verna was preceded in death by her grandson, Joshua Lane Anderson; daughter-in-law, Lynn C. Anderson; her brother, Gerwin Bullis and her sister, Carol Echeverria. She is survived by her husband of 67 years, Victor O. Anderson; twin sister, Vera Bankofier of Prineville, Ore.; daughters Nancy DiLoreto of Santa Barbara, Calif., Vicki Menante of Reno, and son Eric Anderson of Reno; grandchildren Dale Mikle (Cindy) of Lees Summit, Mo., Todd DiLoreto (Kelly) of Valley Center, Calif., Tony DiLoreto (Kim) of Goleta, Calif., Cammy Dominguez (Joe) of Cambria, Calif., Dean Menante (Lisa), Darin Menante (Lisa), Nino Menante, and Joel Anderson (Janna), all of Reno. She is also survived by 17 great-grandchildren; Nick, Nathan, Andressa. Cole, Loren, Oceana, Sienna, Indigo, Daniel Ashley, Lexie, Dylan, Chloe, Madison, Joshua, Logan and Delainey — rays of sunshine that filled her life with smiles, hugs and so much love. She is also survived by her caring friend, Jan Lawrence, who provide much support and love during her final days.

Also surviving are her nephews, Robert Echeverria of Elko, Ben Echeverria of Arvada, Colo., Joe Bankofier of Bend, Ore., Duane Bankofier of Portland, Ore., and Gary Bullis of Reno.

As per Verna's request, there will be no funeral. A private family memorial will be celebrated at her beloved Porcupine Creek Ranch.

The family would like to thank Regent Care Center for the care and support given to Verna and her family.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Humboldt Museum, P.O. Box 819, Winnemucca, Nevada, 89445; the Joshua L. Anderson Memorial Foundation, P.O. Box 19298, Reno, Nevada 89511; U.N.R. Speech and Audiology Department, Redfield Bldg.-152, Reno, Nevada 89557-0274 or your favorite charity.

We invite you to send a condolence message in the family guestbook at www.waltonsfunef'-alhomes.com

MRS. SUSAN OSTI ANDREWS

Susan Osti Andrews passed away quietly at home on Aug. 17, 2007, after a hard fight with cancer. She was born on May 2, 1948, in Sierra Madre, Calif.

Susan’s favorite pastime prior to her illness was to go fishing on lakes and the central coast of California. She was a “born and bred California ocean person.” She was open hearted to people and will be remembered as being “nice and gentle.”

Susan is survived by her husband Richard of 40 years and her children Joel Andrews, Cheri Andrews and Melanie Andrews. Also her grandchildren Rachel Andrews, Patrick Lee, Michaela Smith and Keoni Redrick.

In Susan’s own words, she wrote of herself, “Wife, mother, grandmother. The Lord is in control of my life everyday I live. It is to His glory could live with His joy in my life.”

MR. KENNETH F. ANGUS

Floyd passed away on May 13 after a long and courageous battle with cancer. He was born to Kenneth Ward Angus and May Ellen Delong on Dec, 10, 1938, in Winnemucca, which he called home for most of his adult life.

He began his career with the Nevada Department of Transportation in 1962 and has live in many areas of the state, working on highways from McDermitt in the north to Sarcabatus in the south, from Reno in the west to Ely in east and all points in between. Once he retired after 35 years of service. He switched to the other side and worked for various contractors who contracted with Nevada to buiid the state highway infrastructure. Floyd took great pride in the smoothness of the roads he worked on and loved to point out to his family that the transition from the old pavement to the new pavement was seamless and could not be felt while driving on that stretch of road.

Floyd had a great love for the outdoors, including hunting and fishing at many of Nevada's mountain ranges and lakes. He enjoyed exploring the state and spent plenty of time on the back roads of Nevada riding motorcycles, four wheelers as well as camping. In his later years, he enjoyed traveling all over the U.S. and into Canada either by car, truck pulling a travel trailer or on a motorcycle, his favorite, and enjoyed sharing stories of his travel adventures.

Floyd served his country as a member of the Nevada National Guard based in Winnemucca. At the time the National Guard was a unit of Tanks and Heavy Artillery.

He was preceded in death by his father and mother as well as his step father Cecil Riley Martin. He is survived by his wife Carol, brother, Cecil D. Martin, sister Cindy Thompson, daughters, Joyce (Von) Stauffenberg, Carol Lousie (Tom) Dobbs, Sherri Vincent, Henry (Helga) Silva. His grandchildren include Joshua, Kayla, Jennifer, Dawn, Melissa, Patrick, Cody, Emma and Noel, and great grandchildren, Christopher, Katlin, McKenzie, Micaila, Devans Madison, Bailee, Aiden, Alexa and Kheegan. He is survived by his most loyal dogs and all time favorite animals Cindy, Missy, Coco and Dede.

A celebration of his life will be held at the Albertson Funeral Home in Winnemucca, May 22, 2010, at 10 a.m. After the service there will be a potluck at Rosie and Larry Young's on Summerwind Drive. For information on direction and what to bring call Chervil Hammond at 623-4401 or Rosie at 623-6741.

MR. DOMINGO J. ARANGUENA - Submitted by Frances Dendary Elwell

Domingo Jesus Aranguena, age 86 died, February 8, 2004 at Northern Nevada Medical Center in Sparks, NV. He was born September 29, 1917 in Winnemucca, NV to Jesus and Manuela Bengoa Aranguena. He was raised in McDermitt and moved to Winnemucca in 1936 where he resided the rest of his life.

Domingo served his country in the US Air Force during WWII serving in India, and belonged to The China Burma India Organization; "C.B.I." He was also an active member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars, Knights of Columbus, American Legion, Winnemucca Basque Club and St. Paul's Catholic Church.

Domingo graduated from barber school in Sacramento, CA, and cut hair in Winnemucca for over 60 years. Domingo loved the outdoors, especially hunting and fishing. He also enjoyed the Winnemucca Mule Races, Labor Day Rodeo weekend and Memorial Day Services at the Cemetery.

Domingo married Kathleen Ann Barinaga on November 17, 1946 at St. Paul's Catholic Church in Winnemucca.

He is preceded in death by his parents, foster sister Josephine Bankofier and grandson Dennis Corkill. Domingo is survived by his wife, Kathleen Barinaga Aranguena of Winnemucca; daughter MaryAnn and son-in-law Joseph A. Dunn Jr. of Splendora, TX; sons Richard Aranguena, David and daughter-in-law Margaret of Winnemucca; grandson Harry Corkill; & foster sister Mimi Drake of Winnemucca.

Recitation of the Holy Rosary will be said Wednesday, February 11, 2004 at 7:00 p.m. at Albertson Funeral Home. Mass of the Christian Burial will be held on Thursday, February 12, 2004 at 10:00 a.m. at St. Paul's Catholic Church in Winnemucca with Father Jose Issac celebrating the Mass. Interment will follow at the Winnemucca Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to either Harmony Manor, Pleasant Senior Citizens Center or St. Paul's Memorial Fund, c/o Albertson Funeral Home. Albertson Funeral Home is in charge of funeral arrangements.

MRS. KATHLEEN A. ARANGUENA - Submitted by Frances Dendary Elwell

Kathleen Ann Aranguena, beloved mother, grandmother and sister, passed away peacefully at Harmony Manor in Winnemucca on Feb. 12, 2008.

"Kate" was born in Golconda on July 23, 1924, to Pablo and Estebana Barinaga. She went to school in Golconda and graduated from Humboldt County High School in 1941.

After high school she worked for the local telephone company as a switchboard operator, she also worked for Dr. Wallace Caider, a local dentist, and was the bookkeeper for John Morford's Service Station and Garage.

In 1946 she married Domingo Aranguena and had three children. Kate was the bookkeeper for her husband Domingo's Club Barber Shop for over 50 years. Kate was actively involved in a number of organizations in Winnemucca, including PTA, the Alter Society at St. Paul's Catholic Church and Jayceettes. She was a charter member of the Winnemucca Basque Club and active over the years holding a number of positions, including secretary and treasurer. She thoroughly enjoyed the annual Basque Festival in Winnemucca each year.

Her husband Domingo, grandson Dennis Corkill, sister Josephine Dendary and her parents Pablo and Estebana Barinaga preceded Kate in death.

She is survived by her children Mary Ann Dunn and husband Joseph of Splendora, Texas, Richard Aranguena and David Aranguena and wife Margaret, all of Winnemucca, grandson Harry Corkill and wife Jessica of Las Vegas, sisters Emily Laucerica, Antonia Hooft and husband Willie and sister-in-law Mimi Drake, all of Winnemucca, numerous nieces, nephews and friends who made her life complete.

Rosary will be held at 10:30 a.m. this Saturday, Feb. 16, 2008, followed by mass at Saint Paul's Catholic Church, E. 4th Street and Melarkey Street, Winnemucca. Reception will follow immediately after at the Humboldt County Senior Citizens Center located at 1480 Lay St. in Winnemucca.

In lieu of flowers please make all donations to our saving grace and "Katie's Angels," at Harmony Manor, 118 E. Haskell St., Winnemucca, Nevada 89445.

We would like to thank all of the staff of Harmony Manor for making your home our mom's home; you are angels on earth.

MR. WILLIAM B. ARANT

William B. "Bill" Arant, beloved father and grandfather, died peacefully, surrounded by family and friends, on Tuesday, April 29, in Winnemucca, after a brief illness.

Bill was born in 1922 in Golconda to Banks and Rosalie (Roberts) Arant, the fourth of five children. He grew up and Attended school in Winnemucca and Lovelock. His college career at UNR was interrupted by service in the U.S. Army, where he fought in combat first in the infantry in Europe and later in the Korean war. Leaving the Army as a first lieutenant, he resumed his studies, first in Mexico City, Mexico, and then at UNR, where he received a BA in economics.

He married Carolyn Repp Arant on Oct. 29, 1954, in San Francisco. After living in California and Utah the couple settled in Carson City. They had three children, Matthew (Washington, Iowa), Joel. (Brighton, Iowa), and Holly (Ted) Bowen (Victoria, B.C.) and three grandchildren, Finn (Iowa-City, Iowa), Van (Santa Barbara, Calif.), and Betsy (Iowa City, Iowa).

As an insurance and real estate broker, Bill was a partner in Valley Insurance and Realty, managing the Carson City and Gardnerville offices. He also had other business interests in that area, including partnerships in a liquor store and two mobile home parks. Later he became a partner in the Martin Hotel, a landmark Winnemucca restaurant. He enjoyed this so much that he eventually sold his interest in Valley Insurance.

He moved to Paradise Valley, and began to manage the Martin Hotel full time, in time as the sole proprietor. Bill was on the founding board of Great Basin Arts & Entertainment and began the tradition of donating the Martin banquet room to help bring live new and traditional music to Winnemucca.

His main interest was people, and he had many, many friends. He also loved the outdoors, particularly the landscapes of Nevada. He enjoyed horseback riding and camping and exploring ghost towns. He also was an avid reader. He was intellectually curious and always ready for a good debate. He also enjoyed his weekly poker game in Paradise Valley.

He participated several times in the reenactment of the Pony Express mail runs from St. Louis to Sacramento, and served from 1983 to 1985 as the president of the National Pony Express Association. While president he traveled to Czechoslovakia as ambassador to the Czech Pony Express Club's commemoration of the 150th anniversary of the Pony Express, where he was received not only as a Pony Express representative, but as one of the liberators from the Nazi occupation. He also participated in 1996 when National Pony Express Association members carried the Olympic torch from Julesburg, Colo., to St. Joseph, Mo. The NPEA was the only group of torchbearers. who carried the torch on horseback.

A celebration of his life will be held at 1 p.m., Saturday, May 3, at the Town Hall in Paradise Valley. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests that contributions be made in his name to the Paradise Valley school, P.O. Box 33, Paradise Valley, NV 89426. Dog treats for Freckles may be left with or sent to Dan Collins, Paradise Valley.

MR. LOUIE ARECHABALA

Louie Arechabala of Winnemucca died Dec. 27, 2007, in Sparks.

He was born Jan. 27, 1918, to Lucio and Rosa (Carballo) Arechabala in Golconda.

Louie attended school in Golconda. He left school to help his stepfather in the sheep business. While working as a carpenter in Bishop, Calif., Louie was drafted into the army in November of 1943. He served in New Guinea and the Philippines during WW II and was honorably discharged in November of 1945. He returned to Golconda and worked for many area contractors from Winnemucca to Denio and McDermitt, Elko to Lovelock. He was noted for his work ethic and ability to get the job done whether he was shoring up a mine shaft or doing the finish work inside a home. Louie tried to retire at the age of 65 but was called on often to do odd jobs for many Winnemucca residents.

Louie loved to hunt but his passion was fishing. He spent many enjoyable hours trolling the waters of Rye Patch, Wilson and other northern Nevada reservoirs.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Lucio and Rosa, stepfather Vicente Preciado, sisters and brothers-in-law, Rosenda & Steve Martinez, Eleanor & Manuel Hartor, Marie & Don McMurtrey & John Etchart, Amelia & Lane Combs, Clara & Herb Morgan, nephews Wayne Hartor, Butch McMurtrey, Larry Combs, Keith Richins, Scott Morgan, and Tom Moser.

He is survived by a sister and brother-in-law Eileen and Warren Richins and numerous nieces and nephews.

A celebration of his life will be held at a later date.