The Humboldt Sun - October 8, 2007

MR. CLYDE R. FARR

Clyde Rudolph Farr of Antelope Valley died Sunday, Sept. 30, 2007, at his home in Antelope Valley.

He was born Feb. 1, 1932, in Provo, Utah, to Rudolph and Elna Farr. He married Lucille Fuller Nov. 9, 1950, in the Mesa, Ariz., Temple.

Clyde was a dairyman and a farmer/rancher. He served four years in the U.S. Air Force as a flight engineer. He served faithfully in his church, The Church of Jesus Christ of latter-day Saints, as a branch president in Austin, a councilor in the Fallon stake presidency, a patriarch in the Fallon stake and a missionary with his wife in St. George, Utah.

He is survived by his wife, Lucille. His 10 children-sons: Kyle (Wendy) of St. George, Utah; Lyle (Lisa); Allen (Erica); Glen (Lauri); and Michael (Jessica) all of Antelope Valley. His daughters: Lorraine (Mrs. Wade) Richardson of Springfield, Ore.; Debra (Mrs. Mike) Goodson of Summit, N.J.; Lana (Mrs. Carl) Westfall of Boise, Idaho; Karer (Mrs. Ken) Woodland and Lori (Mrs. Rodney) Monk both of Antelope Valley. He has 49 grandchildren and six greatgrandchildren. He is also survived by nieces, Susan (Mrs. Clark) Halls, Linda Gay (Mrs. Roger) Hansen, and Elaine Kleinman, nephew, Mitch Humber, and great-nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents and sister, Bess Humber of Mesa, Ariz.

Clyde Farr’s funeral was held on Sunday, Sept. 30, 2007, at the Antelope Valley chapel, and he was buried in the Farr Family cemetery. His memorial service will be held Saturday, Oct. 13, 2007, at the Winnemucca LDS stake center on 111 W. McArthur Ave. at 1 p.m. Everyone is invited.

MR. PHILLIP R. FERRO SR

Phillip Rocco Ferro Sr. was born March 1, 1934, and died May 30, 2008. He was born in Meridan, Conn., to Rosa and Rocco Ferro.

Phillip joined the Marine Corps on Oct. 8, 1952, and retired from the Marines in April 1971.

He is preceded in death by four sisters: Angie, Mary, Agnes, Joanie; brother Dominic; and his wife of 30 years, Louise Ferro.

He is survived by six children: Phillip Jr., Robert, Thomas, Brenda, Rick and Anthony; 13 grandchildren and one great-grandchild; and estranged wife Diane Rositano Ferro, Phillip passed away quietly in his home after a short illness. He will be greatly missed.

A special thanks to the staff of The Humboldt Sun for everything you've done, to Mary Orr at hospice and Dr. Ingle.

MR. PATRICK S. FERRARO

Patrick Stephen Ferraro was born Aug. 14, 1984, in Winnemucca to Stephen and Mildred Ferraro of Paradise Valley.

He graduated from Paradise Valley Grammar School, Lowry High School in 2002, and Treasure Valley Community College in 2004 with a degree in Ag Business.

Patrick was an animal lover and a talented mechanic. He helped his parents on the ranch and also worked for many people in Paradise Valley; most notably, Joe Sicking. Patrick never made an enemy as he was loved by everyone who knew him. His heart was kind and his hand was gentle.

Patrick Ferraro lived life as he wanted. He always tried to make people laugh and feel comfortable around him. He was a great comedian and he loved little kids, especially his nieces and nephews. Because of his knowledge beyond his years, Patrick lived an admirable and respectable lifestyle that many admired.

Patrick belonged to St. Alphonsos Catholic Church and the Paradise Valley Fire Department.

He is survived by his parents, Stephen and Mildred Ferraro of Paradise Valley; brother Peter Ferraro and family of Paradise Valley; sister Juneen Gregory and family of Fargo, N.D.; sister Jolinda Warn and family of Winnemucca; brother Philip Ferraro and family of Oakland, Neb.; brother Daniel Ferraro of Paradise Valley; and numerous uncles, aunts and cousins, as well, as his dog, Marty, and his horses, Kidd and Buttercup.

Patrick Ferraro died Sunday, July 8, 2007, and was laid in his final resting place in Paradise Valley on Thursday, July 12, 2007, where the Lord will accept him into his kingdom.

Donations may be made at U.S. Bank in the name of Patrick Ferraro.

MRS. BETH W. FIELD

On June 26, Beth W. Field, age 67, passed away. Most of her time in Winnemucca was spent working as a cashier at the Model T Casino.

She is survived by her husband of 46 years, Dean Field, her five children, five grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.

Memorial services will be held at Albertson Funeral Home on Saturday, June 30, at 11 a.m.

Graveside services will be held at Owyhee Ward Church of Latter-day Saints on Monday, July 2, at 11 a.m.

MR. JESUS FREGOSO Jesus A. Fregoso, age 62, passed away on July 21,2007, at Humboldt General Hospital after a long battle with cancer. He was born in La Palma, Jalisco, Mexico, on Dec. 25, 1944, to Gregorio and Luisa Fregoso.

Jesus has lived in Winnemucca for the past 32 years. He worked for Winnemucca Farms for 24 years until 1999 when he became disabled.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

Jesus is survived by his wife; Apolinaria Rubio Fregoso, Sons; Alexandro Rubio (Machelle), Jose de Jesus Jr., daughters; Luisa Fregoso, Norma Fregoso (Jose), Micaela Fregoso (Vidal), Maritza Diaz (Randall), Teresa Rubio (Javier), 11 grandchildren, brothers; Sebastian, Rogaciano, Valentin, Jose Encarnacion, Gumercindo, sisters; Rosenda, Gabriela, Rafaela, Juanita, Julia, Cleotilde and numerous nieces, nephews and many friends.

Visitation and Recitation of the Holy Rosary will be held on Tuesday, July 24, 2007, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., at St. Paul’s Catholic Church. The Rosary will begin at 7 p.m. Mass of the Christian Burial will be held on Wednesday, July 25, 2007, at noon. Interment will follow at the Winnemucca Cemetery. Albertson Funeral Home is in charge of funeral arrangements.

MRS. LYNETTE F. FRENCH

Lynette (Lynn) Faith (Blanchard) French, 57, of McDermitt passed away, Oct. 14 of a massive heart attack. Lynn was born March 29, 1950, in Augusta, Maine, to Leland and Dorothy Blanchard. She graduated from Conny High School of Augusta, Maine in 1968. She married the love of her life Sonny French Oct. 29, 1966. Her husband is in the ministry and they lived in many states, touchipg many lives along the way. Her last move with her husband was to Quinn River Baptist Fellowship in McDermitt.

Her favorite things in life were her family, church work and especially bringing children to know God. Lynn loved socializing with and being part of the community. Her hobbies included keeping updated on her grandchildren, crafting and gardening.

Lynn is preceded in death by her mother, Dorothy Blanchard, her brother Leigh, sister, Diane, and son-in-law, Larry O’Pry.

Survivors are her husband Rev. Sonny French of McDermitt, her father Leland Blanchard of Augusta, Maine, her brother Darren Blanchard of Edmonds, Wash., sister-in-law Chris Blanchard Moen, daughter May Bowers, son-in-law Kevin Bowers and their boys Christopher and Joshua of Tucson, Ariz.; another daughter, Terry O’Pry and her girls Ashley and Jessica of Pavillion, Wyo.; lastly, son Patrick French, daughter-in-law Melanie and their daughter Rebekah of Dothan, Ala., along with numerous nieces and nephews.

Memorial services will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Sunday, Oct. 21, at Quinn River Baptist Fellowship. Everyone is invited to attend.

Contributions may be made to Rev. Sonny E. French or Quinn River Baptist Fellowship Church building fund.

Albertson Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

MRS. VIRGINIA R. FRY

Virginia Ree Fry, age 86, passed away on Nov. 8, 2007, in Reno. She was born July 6, 1921, in Sargent, Neb., to Oscar and Mary Hall Sailor.

Virginia was a resident of Winnemucca since 1947.

She graduated from Emmett High School of Emmett, Idaho. Virginia was the owner of the F&H Motel and Trailer Court for many years. She loved playing cards with her family and friends.

She was preceded in death by her husband; Darrell Fry, son; Jerry Fry, Mother; Mary Sailor & Father; Oscar Sailor.

Virginia was survived by her son; Ronald J. Fry (Leslie), daughters; Renee J. Fry (Todd) and Cheri Fry (Mondi).

Visitation will be held on Wednesday, Nov. 14, 2007, at 10 a.m. at the LDS Church on McArthur Street. Funeral Services will follow at 11 a.m. Interment in the Winnemucca Cemetery will follow services. A reception will be held following the interment back at the church.

In lieu of flowers, donations suggested to the American Diabetes Association at 2785 E. Desert Inn Road, Suite 140, Las Vegas, Nevada 89121.

Albertson Funeral Home is in charge of funeral arrangements.