MRS. CLAUDIA A. CALLAHAN

Claudia Adelheid Callahan, age 48, died on July 15, 2007, at her home in Winnemucca. She was born in West Germany to Walter and Elizabeth Skwara.

She was born and raised in West Germany and married Jim Callahan.

They moved to Winnemucca in May of 1977, where they raised three children.

She was preceded in death by her parents. She is survived by her children, Susanne Skwara, Harrold Callahan, Sean Callahan and ex-husband Jim Callahan; sisters Petra Counterman, Gabrielle Whittinghill; granddaughter Samantha Skwara and grandson Sean Callahan, Jr.

Memorial services will be held at a later date. Albertson Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

MRS. NATHELLE CARLSON

Nathelle Carlson, born June 6, 1943, in Berkeley Calif., died peacefully, at home, in Winnemucca on Saturday, Feb. 16, 2008, after a long illness.

Nathelle, affectionately known to friends and family as "Cookie," grew up in Winnemucca from the age of eight, attending elementary through Humboldt County High School. She married and moved away at the age of 18, but she always considered Winnemucca her home base. She lived in the Bay Area in Northern California for much of her adult life. She returned to live in Winnemucca briefly, twice, before finally settling here in 1993, with her husband Dale and two of her four children.

Cookie loved people and the work she chose reflected that. She worked as an Intensive Care, hospital ward clerk in San Francisco, Calif., for many years. After returning to live in Winnemucca, she was a waitress at the Model T restaurant and Casino. Her cheery disposition and ready smile made her perfectly suited for both positions, however her major focus was always on her home and family. She will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her.

She is survived by her husband, Dale Carlson; her daughter, Deborah Carlson; her sons: Philip Mitchell, David Carlson and Mark Carlson; and her granddaughter, Adrianna Norman, all of Winnemucca; her sister, Charlena Ladevaia of Hayward Calif.; brothers: Donald, "Butch" Carter, of Santa Clara, Calif., and John Tate Jr. and his wife Carol Tate, of Las Vegas; a brother-in-law, Russell Carlson of Winnemucca, along with 10 nieces and 12 nephews.

Funeral arrangements are being handled by the Albertson Funeral Home; 47 W. First St.; Winnemucca. Telephone: 623-2986.

The viewing will be on Sunday, Feb. 24, 2008, from 4 p.m. - 8 p.m. at The Albertson Funeral Home. The funeral service will be held there on Monday, Feb. 25, at 10 a.m., with interment to follow immediately in Winnemucca.

A reception/repast will be held following the burial. It will be held in the Meeting Room of the Spare Time Bowling Center; 777 S. Bridge St.; Winnemucca; Telephone: 623-5444.

MRS. PAULINE T. CARSON

Pauline T. Carson, 78, passed away at her home in Sparks, on Feb. 9, 2008. Mrs. Carson was born in Tonopah on March 3, 1929.

She was a member of the Winnemucca Senior Citizens, the Order of Eastern Star and a lifelong member of the Episcopal Church.

Mrs. Carson is survived by her children: Thomas Carson, Les Carson, William T. Carson, Dane Carson, Michael Carson, Fletcher Carson, Steve Carson, George Carson and Roxanne Hinton; her sister Claire Phillips of Tonopah; numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren.

A graveside service will be held on Friday, Feb. 15, 2008, at 10 a.m. at the Northern Nevada Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Fernley.

MRS. GWENDOLYN C. CARTER

LOVELOCK(AP)— Gwendolyn Celia Carter, publisher of the Lovelock Review-Miner and the Nevada Rancher, died Monday in Portland, Ore., after a long battle with breast cancer. She was 57.

Carter was born in Portland and started her news career in Oregon. She worked for a newspaper and a television station there before moving to Nevada, where she held jobs at the Humboldt Sun in Winnemucca and the Review-Miner.

Carter, who was involved in all aspects of the publication business, purchased the Review-Miner in 1991 and acquired the Nevada Rancher in 1999.

She earned numerous Nevada Press Association awards over the years for her photographic and journalistic work.

Carter lived in Lovelock for 20 years. During that time, she and her late husband, Lawrence, farmed and raised their three sons. She was involved in many local service organizations.

In 2006, Carter moved to Portland to be near her family, continuing to work on her Nevada publications despite failing health.

MRS. ELVERINE B. CASTRO

Elverine Castro, age 90, of Fernley, went to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Christmas Day 2007 following a difficult battle with cancer. Elverine had been a guest of the Hearthstone Manor Rest Home since Nov. 22, 2007.

Castro was born Elverine Bridget Murphy on Feb. 27, 1917, in Winnemucca, to Dick and Jessie (Dave) Murphy.

Elverine’s mother would later marry Willis Evans and it would be her step-father who would raise her along with her mother.

Elverine attended school throughout Nevada, including time spent at the now historical Stewart Indian Facility.

In 1936 Elverine married Walter Magiera. The couple had several children during their marriage, including Marilyn, Alma, Trudi, Katie and Thomas.

Later Elverine would marry Gabriel Castro. Castro, a railroader with the Western Pacific, made his home in Golconda, where the couple lived for more than 40 years.

While in Golconda Elverine would make the most important decision of her life. Following the leading of her son Tom Magiera, Elverine made the decision to accept Jesus Christ as her personal Savior. It was a decision that would guide the rest of her life.

Elverine would later move back to Winnemucca, where she became active in Indian government affairs. Castro would remain a Board Member of the Winnemucca Indian Colony until her death.

Castro was preceded in death by her husband Gabriel Castro, daughters Marilyn Provchy and Katie Killip, and son Thomas Magiera.

Castro is survived by sister Myrtle and husband Ray McGuffee of McGill; sister Ruth Martin of Las Vegas; daughter Alma and husband Al Snyder of Avon, Ohio; daughter Trudi and husband Tom Hodgson of Paths, Fla.; and daughter in law Judy Magiera of Fernley. Castro has numerous grandchildren, including Pye Magiera of Columbia, Mo.; Andrea Davidson of Winnemucca; Thos Magiera of Fernley; Eric Magiera of Reno; and Renee Hull of Phoenix, Ariz. Castro also had numerous great-grandchildren, including Ashley and Samuel Davidson of Winnemucca, and Isaiah and Katie Jo Magiera of Fernley.

A memorial service to remember Elverine was held in Fernley on Saturday, Dec. 29, 2007, at 2 p.m. The service was at the Fernley First Baptist Church, 485 E. Main St.

MRS. ELIZABETH CATANZARO

In 1979, the Winners Hotel/Casino was fortunate to have Elizabeth Catanzaro find a home here with us. Liz began her career as a Cage Cashier but was quickly transferred to the Pit, where she “found her calling.”

Liz, for the better part of the next three decades, became more then just an employee at Winners. She was just as much a part of Winners as were the games and machines we offered. Players would take special trips, from all over, just to come down and visit her. Her combination of a feisty attitude, sense of humor and that New York accent that slipped out every once in a while, made her stand out above the rest.

For so many years Liz went out of her way to make our guests, as well as employees, feel welcome and at home. Not many people have the ability to make such a lasting impression on so many people and, as with Liz, not realize they’re doing it. For those of us here at Winners, it has been a rare privilege to have had Liz with us for so long.

On Friday July 8, 2007, Elizabeth Catanzaro passed away. On that day Winners Hotel/Casino lost so much more that an valuable employee, we lost a friend. So, from your family here at Winners, we wish to say thank you Lizzy, you’ve meant more to us than you know, we love you, and, you will be missed. Elizabeth Catanzaro, 1934-2007.

MR. WILLIAM H. CLIFFORD

William Henry Clifford "Bill," 79 of Winnemucca, passed away Feb. 18, 2008, following a long illness with his loving family by his side. He was born in Safford, Ariz., on Jan. 8, 1929, to Clarence and Susie Clifford.

Bill graduated from Safford High School in 1946 and then attended Eastern Arizona College. He met and married, Doris Roberts, his loving spouse of 59 years in 1949. He started a career with JC Penney's in 1950. He had two daughters, Debi and Susie. He was transferred to Winnemucca in October of 1969. He left JC Penney's in 1973 and went to work at Stockmen's clothing store. He also purchased The Newsstand the same year. In 1977 he purchased Western Auto and retired in 1993.

Bill made many friends along the way. His favorite pastimes over the years were spending time with his grandkids, golfing, traveling, fishing, repairing lawn mowers, spending time with his dog Sheila and meeting his friends every morning for coffee.

He was preceded in death by his father, mother and step father, Elmo Morris.

He is survived by his wife, Doris, his daughters Debi and her husband Skeeter Morris, Susie and her husband Jan Stabile, grandchildren Justin Dunaway, Moriah Collins, Nikki Morris, Erik and Meghan Stabile and three great-grandchildren.

Services will be on Saturday. Feb. 23, at 11 a.m., at the LDS Church on the corner of McArthur and Melarkey. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Albertson Funeral Home Winnemucca.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the American Lung Association P.O. Box 7056 Reno, NV 89510 or a favorite charity of your choice.

MR. ROBERT G. CLOUD

Robert G. Cloud (Bob), 72, passed away on March 25, 2008, at Sagle, Idaho. A memorial service will be held for Bob on Saturday, June 14, 2008, af!2:30 p.m. at Moon Creek Cemetery, followed by an afternoon potluck luncheon at the Mt. Vernon Grange Hall at 3 p.m.

Bob was born on the 10th of December 1935 in the farmhouse on the Cloud farm in rural Park Rapids. Minn., the fifth of seven sons born to Grant and Delia Cloud.

Bob was preceded in death by his parents and four brothers, Elmer, Bud, Russell1 and Kenny.

Survived by sons, Jerry (wife Lejla) and Kyle (wife Amy and their family, Amanda, and Caitlynn), and daughter Janellc (husband Kip Eash and their family, Logan and Levi). The mother of his children, Ruth, survives him. Two brothers and their families, Lyle (wife Peggy) and Roger survive him. Many cousins, nieces, nephews and many friends also survive Bob.

"Uncle Bob," as he was known to his friends in Golconda, spent many of his last working years and the first years of his retirement in Northern Nevada, an area he was happy to call his home.

Friends and family who wish to send flowers may send them to Driskill Memorial Chapel, 241 S CANYON BLVD., JOHN DAY, OR, 97845-1044.

Donations for a memorial in Bob's name are being accepted by the Bonner Community Hospice, and should be addressed directly to the Hospice in the name of Robert Cloud, Bonner Community Hospice, PO Box 1448, Sandpoint, ID 84864.

MRS. PAULINE H. CONRAD

Pauline H. Conrad, 88, of Winnemucca passed away, May 31, 2008, at her residence. Pauline was born May 12, 1920, in Necula, Colo. She is survived by her four children; Clyde, Vivian, Edith and Patricia.

A memorial service will be leld Friday, June 6, 2008, at 10 a.m. at Albertson Funeral Home in Winnemucca.

In lieu of flowers donations nay be made to Humboldt Volunteer Hospice, P.O. Box 843 Winnemucca NV 89446.

MRS. L. MILDRED COOK

L. Mildred Taylor Cook, born Nov. 18, 1917, in Oberlin, Kan., to Edward and Ola Taylor, peacefully passed away Saturday, June 9, at the home of her granddaughter in Paradise Valley.

She was preceded in death by her husband Joseph, parents and brothers Lloyd, Robert, Leither and Merle “Bill.”

She spent her first six years in Cheyenne Junction, Colo., where her parents farmed. Then, the family moved to McCook, Neb., and finally Culbertson, Neb., where Mildred attended school, graduating in 1937.

Shortly after graduation, she married Joseph Cook, son of local farmers Phillip and Elizabeth Liebsack Cook (Koch). They farmed for several years, but drought and the depression caused the young family to leave Nebraska for southern California, along with Joe’s parents and brothers, in early 1942.

They settled first in West Los Angeles and Englewood and finally in Northridge, Calif.

Their sons, (Rodney) born in 1938 and (Thomas), 1940 gave them a total of five grandchildren, and nine great grandchildren. Mildred worked in war factories during WWII, was a brilliant homemaker, helpmate in her husband’s construction and grading business and a talented artist.

Her cooking is legendary, and her china painting won many awards and is proudly displayed in the homes of her family and friends.

She and Joe enjoyed family, fishing and family vacations, pretty much in that order. They took a trip to Ireland together with their son Rod in 2004.

Since her husband’s passing in September of 2004, she has split her time between her home in Northridge and her granddaughter’s ranch in northern Nevada.

She is survived by her sons Rod and Tom, daughters-in-law Barbara and Linda, grandchildren, Kris (Stewart — Paradise Valley), Joe, Kelley (Bell — Winnemucca), Can and Kathy and great grandchildren, Michael, Jessica, Melissa, Ashley, Shane, Carly, Patrice, Ethan and Avery. She is also survived by her grandsons-in-law Dan Bell (Paradise Valley) Fred Stewart (Paradise Valley); granddaughter in-law Jill Cook; her beloved friend and nurse, Florence Naw, as well as many nieces and nephews and countless friends.

Memorial services will be held for her on Wednesday, June 13, at the Paradise Valley Community Church at noon (Jerry Harper presiding), with a dinner to follow at the Paradise Valley Community Hall; and on Thursday, June 21, at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church in Northridge, Calif., with a reception to follow at her home.

At a later date this summer, a portion of she and her late husband’s ashes will be scattered over Clear Lake, Calif., a favorite family vacation destination. The remainder will be taken home to be interned at the Cook family plot in Culbertson, Neb.

Arrangements by Albertson Funeral Home, Winnemucca.

MR. KEVIN N. COOPER

Kevin N. Cooper Born Jan. 25, 1961, died April 4, 2008
Kevin was born in Hamilton, Ohio, but raised in Columbia, S.C. He absolutely loved the western United States. His passions were rocks, mountains and archeology. Kevin and his wife managed the High Desert RV Park in Winnemucca for the past two years. He was a devoted husband and best friend for his seven-year-old son.

He is survived by his wife Dannette Cooper and son Dakota Cooper both of Winnemucca; son, Shawn Cooper of Grand Junction, Colo.; son, Michael Shue of Concord, N.C.; daughter, Misty Shue of Kannapolis, N.C.; father, Jes Cooper of Palatka. Fla.; mother Patricia O'neal of Columbia, S.C.; and sister, Susan Beylotte of St. John's Island, S.C.

A memorial gathering is being held on Friday, April 11, at 6 p.m. at the High Desert RV park office for all who wish to attend.

MR. ANTONIO COSTA

Antonio “Tony” Costa passed away at the Humboldt General Hospital on Dec. 8, 2007.

Tony was born to Paul and Beatrice Costa in Campese, Bassano del Grappa, Italy on Aug. 9, 1922.

He emigrated with his mother and two sisters through Ellis Island. They arrived to Winnemucca on Christmas Eve 1927 during a snow storm. The family settled in Mill City, later moving to Winnemucca, where they built a home and settled.

Tony attended schools in Winnemucca, graduating from Humboldt County High School in 1942.

He studied drafting at Lick-Wilmerding College in San Francisco. For a time, he worked as an engine fireman on the Western Pacific Railroad. But his love of cabinetry and woodworking called and he went to work for Anderson & McShea Contractors.

In 1947 he started his own construction company. Over the span of 50 years, he and his sons were instrumental in building many residences and commercial buildings in Winnemucca and surrounding area.

While doing cabinet work for a contractor in Reno he met a young school secretary, Rose Barbagelata, and they married in 1949. The two came back to Winnemucca, built and operated El Tony’s Motel on East 3rd Street and began a family, while Tony continued his construction business. Tony was a volunteer fireman in Winnemucca for 10 years, active in the Knights of Columbus and served on the Winnemucca Planning Commission.

He was an avid outdoor sportsman, earning the nickname “Fish” as a high schooler, a name which stuck with him throughout his life. Fishing and hunting were his most avid pastimes.

Tony and Rose had three sons. Tony is a contractor in Montrose, Colo. Joe is in construction in Tooele, Utah. John is the meat department manager for Safeway Grocery Store in Medford, Ore.

Tony was preceded in death by his mother and father, brother-inlaw Alfred Nannini, sister-in-law Norma Jeanne Costa, mother- and father-in-law Rita and Carlo Barbagelata. He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Rose, sons Tony of Montrose, Colo., Joe (Cheryl) of Tooele, Utah, and John of Medford, Ore.; sisters Marie Nannini and Jeannie Renucci, both of Sparks; brother Jim of Carson City; grandchildren Justin (Jenny) Costa and Jana (Mark) Tobias, and great-grandchildren Mark Tobias III and Eric Costa, and numerous nieces and nephews.

A rosary and mass was conducted Thursday, Dec. 13, 2007, at 10:30 a.m. at St. Paul’s Catholic Church in Winnemucca.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that contributions be made to a charity of choice. Lovelock Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

MRS. DENNIS COWGILL

In Loving Memory
Dennis Cowgill of Winnemucca died peacefully in Reno on Jan. 27, 2008, with friends by his side. Dennis was born Dec. 27, 1953. He was 54 years old.

Survivors are his father Jerry Church and mother Beverly Church of Boulder City and siblings Daniel A. Cowgill, Judy L. Church and Michael L. Church.

Friends and family will remember Dennis as a friendly person who enjoyed people and life. He loved sports and music, but most of all he loved his friends. He loved Winnemucca and always considered this town his home. Dennis will be missed and was loved very much by all that knew him. Dennis gave hope and life to others, and brought joy to everyone.

A gathering with friends will be held at Cheers Bar on Feb. 16 at noon for a BBQ and Wake that he requested. Hosted by Shari Lambert, Cindy Jo Hansen and Becky Davis.

Cremation was held at Neptune Society, Reno.
We love you and will miss you Dennis.

MR. DARRELL CRANDALL

Darrell Crandall, born June 23, 1954, in Ponoka, Alberta, Canada, passed away Sept. 24, 2007, in Reno after suffering from a devastating illness.

Darrell was a resident of Winnemucca for many years, where he raised his three daughters and was employed by Newmont Gold Company. He was an avid hunter and enjoyed riding motorcycles and being outdoors.

Darrell Crandall was proceeded in death by his ex-wife Billie Dawn Norman and is survived by his parents Hugh and Clara Crandall of Grants Pass, Ore., brother Richard Crandall of Sacramento, Calif., sister Donna Stann of South Haven, Miss.; daughters: Christina Northrup of Dayton, Danyell Crandall of Reno, and Clarissa Crandall of WinnemucCa, and two granddaughters Aubrey and Jessalyn Northrup of Dayton, as well as many nieces and nephews, cousins and extended family.

Darrell is greatly missed by all and will be forever in our hearts and memories.

Thank you to everyone for their thoughts and prayers. Memorial Services for Darrell will be in Grants Pass, Ore., on Oct. 10, 2007. His final resting place will be in Grants Pass.

MRS. MARGARET "DOLLY" CRUTCHER

Margaret Crutcher peacefully departed this life surrounded by her family and loved ones on May 26, 2007, at the Renown Hospital in Reno. Margaret meant the world to her family and friends because she was a loving person who was well liked and respected by all who knew her.

She lived in the present, vibrant and full of life and laughter. Her cheerful disposition was evident in her warm smile, laughter and generosity of making everybody who visited her feel at home. She was always generous with her time and energy when it came to her family and friends. Margaret spent the majority of her life as an active homemaker and foster parent. She was actively involved for over 30 years as a voluntary cook and assisted with preparation for spring turnout with the Ft. McDermitt Stockmen’s Association. Marge was always available with a hot meal during branding and hay season.

After raising her six children successfully, she stepped in as a foster parent to raise over 25 neglected children. Her favorite pastime was listening to country music, browsing and shopping at yard sales, entertaining and cooking for just anyone who visited her and being actively involved with her grandchildren’s school activities.

Both Margaret and Richard also helped raise two grandsons, Joshua and Little Richard, teaching them values of life and their driving skills, as early as eight years old.

She was preceded in death by her mother, Nina Garfield Crutcher; brothers: Edward and Chester; son, Edward “Sweetie” Crutcher; grandson, Gregory Edward; and nephew, Shane Kyle.

She is survived by her loving husband, Richard Crutcher of Ft. McDermitt; three daughters: Jackie Juarez (husband Jose) of Elko and their children: Joshua, Megan and Jordan; Janet Faison (husband Nathan) of Springdale, Md.; Karen Crutcher of Ft. McDermitt and her children: Richard and Willie; two sons: Darryl Crutcher (wife Willeen) of Winnemucca and their sons: Chance and Marcus; Brian Crutcher (wife Larina) of Ft. McDermitt and their children: Breena and Keegan; grandson, Raymond Crutcher of Winnemucca; and also her special Aunt, Maryanne McAuliffe of Reno.

She is also survived by her father, Ernest Crutcher of Ft. McDermitt; sisters: Ernestine Coble of Ft. McDermitt and son, D’Wayne; Mary Jackson (husband Leonard) and children, Nikki and Mario of Elko; brothers: Carl Crutcher (wife Alvina) and son, Dion of Ft. McDermitt; Wilson Crutcher (wife Dee) and daughter, Bindee of Battle Mountain; great nieces and nephews: Haily Grace, Tyler, Tanner, Shalynn, Kylie, Jeremiah and Logan. Marge had numerous relatives and friends.

With respect of our mother’s wishes, no Memorial Services will be conducted. The Crutcher family would like to thank all of those who offered prayers, condolences and comfort during our tremendous loss.

A special thank you to Ms. Rose Curtis for understanding, assisting and caring.