John Barker Jr.

 Barbara Caroline Beard

 Clifford Lee “Smitty” Broker

Ethel Englebrecht 

Dorothy Evelyn “Evie” Gloistein

Walter “Ray” Johnson

Wilma Elizabeth Perkins

Vickgy L. Acuna

Violet Anderson

Carl Eugene Drice

Irene Kay Fitzjarrell

John Barker Jr.   

John Barker Jr. died peacefully the evening of April 1, surrounded by family. John was born January 29, 1922, in Wynne, Ark., to John Hicks Barker and Rosa (Holmes) Barker. John married the love of his life, Regina Nadine Tedford, on June 27, 1942. They were married for 63 years, until “Jean’s” death on May 29, 2008.   

John served in the United States Army during WWII in the Pacific Campaign. When John received his discharge papers from the Army, he and Jean moved to California and started a family. John worked for Firestone and Good Year Tire Co. for many years in Lancaster, Calif. The family relocated to northern California in 1963 and purchased a small grocery business in Cottonwood, Calif. After closing his store, John was a branch manager for Tri Counties bank until his retirement.   

The greatest triumph of John and Jean’s life together was giving their lives to the Lord Jesus Christ while attending Little Country Church of Redding. John served as an elder for many years and they both enjoyed hosting functions and Bible studies in their home. Among the many things they enjoyed doing together — remodeling, gardening, entertaining — they enjoyed each other. Their marriage was a testimony of love to family and friends.   

John leaves behind his three sons, Richard Gregory Barker (wife Delores) of Redding, Calif., John Timothy Barker (wife Linda) of Susanville, Calif., and Jon Scott Barker (wife Berenice) of Janesville, Calif.   

John was a loving father, grandfather and great – grandfather. He will be missed beyond words, but we rejoice in our hearts in his salvation.

Barbara Caroline Beard   

Barbara Caroline Beard passed away on March 18, 2010, at Banner Lassen Medical Center in Susanville, Calif., after a courageous fight against pneumonia. She was a happy 87 – year - old.   

Barbara was born on Jan. 21, 1923, in Hayward, Calif., to Katherine and Donald Craig. She excelled early in school graduating from Hayward Union High School and Heald Business College. With the advent of WWII, Barbara served her country by assembling aircraft engines at the Oakland Naval Ship Yard.   

After the war she worked for the U.S. Forest Service where she met her husband Tom. Beginning their journey on the Mad River Ranger District and married in Eureka, Calif., Barbara and Tom celebrated more than 55 years of marriage. Barbara developed a deep love of nature as they lived in several forest setting as a career forest service family. She had a strong frontier spirit that felt the open spaces, the mountains and all that nature offered.   

After moving to Susanville, Barbara found she could locate underground water. Barbara successfully located many cold and hot water wells in both California and Nevada. She was a lifetime member of the American Society of Dowsers.  

Barbara also loved bird one word watching and was a lifetime member of the National Audubon Society. She was an avid gardener and animal lover. Her sensitive and caring heart was seen in the birds and animals she rescued and will be remembered forever by her family and friends. Barbara will be most remembered for her love of family. She was a caring wife, strong mother and patient grandmother.   

Barbara is survived by her husband Tom and son William, of Susanville; daughter Mary Smith; son - in - law Murry Smith and granddaughters Abby and Kylah Smith, of Chico, Calif.   

She was preceded in death by her parents and her sister Dorthy Westgard, of Richmond, Calif.   

Our beloved Barbara — we are eternally grateful for the life we shared and the unforgettable memories we will cherish forever.   

At Barbara’s request, no services were held. Internment will be with her mother in their Diamond Crest plot. Together forever.

Clifford Lee “Smitty” Broker   

Longtime Westwood Real Estate Broker, Clifford Lee "Smitty" Smith passed from this life under the compassionate care of those at Country Villa Riverview of Susanville Monday, April 5, 2010 at the age of 91. Smitty as he affectionately became known was born in Provo, Utah on Sept. 24, 1918 to the late Utah natives Leland and Ann (Fullmer) Smith. He left school early to become a sheep herder. He later went to work as an electrician in the Neon Sign trade rising to the position of company foreman.   

Smitty enlisted into the armed forces at the onset of World War II and served his country honorably as a member of the U.S. Navy.   

Smitty's first marriage to Fern honored the couple with one son and later ended in divorce.   

Upon Smitty's discharge he settled in Southern California returning to the Neon Sign Business. Here while attending a dance he met the pretty young Jane Canavaugh and the couple was united in matrimony on Jan. 31, 1953 in Las Vegas, Nevada with their vows later being reaffirmed in 2003.   

The stress of managing a crew led him to move to the Northeastern Logging Community of Westwood California in 1959 where he entered the Real Estate trade, a profession Smitty practiced for over thirty years.   

Smitty was a longtime member and Past President of the Westwood Rotary Club as well as the Plumas/Lassen Realtors Association. He enjoyed the outdoors through snowmobiling and was a Charter Member of the Westwood Snowmobile Club, he loved the game of golf and was a Charter Member of the Lake Almanor Country Club's Mens Club while also enjoying fishing, archery and camping.   

In passing Smitty leaves his loving and caring wife of 57 years Jane, of Clear Creek, Calif., son; Lee "Dan" Smith, of Ellensberg, Wash.; daughters Linda Marie Hammer and her husband Michael, of Antelope, Calif., and Judy Smith, of Susanville, Calif., his precious grandson Brandon and his wife Tabatha Edwards along with their children Tristin, Kenyan and Kaylab.   

He joins in his eternal home his son Clifford, Jr. who passed from this life in 1998 and a sister Maxine.   

A celebration of Smitty's life will take place at 1 p.m. Thursday, April 15, 2010 at the Westwood Assembly of God Church with burial to include Military Honors to follow in the Westwood Cemetery. An opportunity to express your condolences to the family along with signing the memorial guest register is available online at fehrmanmortuary.com.   

The family suggests any remembrances in Smitty's memory be made to the Lassen Animal Rescue c/o Fehrman Mortuary and Crematory P.O. Box 803 Greenville, CA 95947.

Ethel Englebrecht   

Ethel Englebrecht, long time resident of Susanville, passed away March, 23 in Reno Nev.   

Ethel was born in Nashoba, Okla., on January 25, 1926. She was the daughter of Perry and Edna Erwin. She was preceded in death by her parents, brothers Lud and Curtis Erwin of Susanville, sister Alma Peacock of Citrus Heights, Calif., and former husbands Robert Lyle Evans and George Englebrecht. Ethel was owner and manager of Evan’s Care Home on Elm Street for many years, providing care and comfort for many of Susanville’s aged residents, a role she thoroughly enjoyed. She had to give up the business when she herself suffered a heart attack in 1995.   

Ethel is survived by daughter Lois Martinez, grandchildren Dennis Martinez, Tammy Friend and Robert Martinez all of Susanville, six grandchildren, and may nieces and nephews of Sacramento and Roseville, Calif.   

Tremendous gratitude goes out to Ethel’s granddaughter, Tammy, who lovingly cared for Ethel in her final days.   

Ethel was a member of the Church of Christ.   

Ethel, the last of her generation, will be forever remembered and missed by family and friends.

Dorothy Evelyn “Evie” Gloistein   

After a long and very active life, Dorothy Evelyn “Evie” Gloistein passed into the arms of our Lord on Sunday, March 21, 2010.   

She had been a long time resident of Janesville.    

Born Dorothy Evelyn Brunworth to John Brunworth and Pauline (Kroeger) Brunworth in Anaheim on June 9, 1918, she was the youngest of three children — two brothers, Raymond and Arthur.   

Evie attended elementary, junior high and high school in Anaheim graduating from Anaheim Union High School Class of 1936. She also attended Fullerton Junior College for two years graduating in 1938 completing a secretarial course.   

In September 1938 she started working at Anaheim Union High School and was there until March 1947.   

During WWII, Evie enlisted in the United States Coast Guard Reserve in 1944 until the end of the war. Also during this time she became a member of the United Service organization of Orange County.   

Evie was a star member in a historical pageant of Anaheim, “Olden Days of Anaheim” in May 1941.   

Evie’s grandfather, Henry Kroeger, was first notably a pioneer settler of Anaheim as one of the 50 original colonists to settle that area in 1858. In 1868 he became the second mayor of Anaheim.   

Henry Kroeger had a vineyard, was a developer and investor.   

Evie met her husband, Lawrence G. Gloistein on a vacation in Laguna Beach, Calif., and they married in 1947. After starting a family she went back to work in 1953 at Kwikset, division of Emhart Corporation where she worked for 20 years.   

The family moved to their new home in Tustin in July 1955.   

When Lawrence G. Gloistein passed away on Jan. 10, 1973, she took and early retirement at age 55 and left Kwikset on June 30, 1973. Evie was very active in the National Secretaries Association having been a member since 1960 until 1975. She held many offices and chairmanships and attended many division and national conventions. She was also awarded Orange Empire Chapter — NSA secretary of the year 1968.   

After moving to Janesville she became active in the General Federation of Women’s Club’s of which Monticola Club is a member. She held many chairmanships and offices of Monticola and was president as well as treasurer. She became active in Shasta District Affairs and after being a chairman for several years was then second V.P. going to first V.P. in 1988. She was elected president of Shasta District from 1990-1992.   

Evie was also very active in the Susanville Art League serving as chairman for many events treasurer for several years. She made many pinecone wreathes and wildflower note paper.   

Evie’s other passion included hummingbirds. She had many figurines and other decorative items with hummingbird themes and kept bird feeders to attract them. In years past, she also had two sheltie dogs, Scottie and Shep, which she adored.   

In her most recent years she enjoyed watching the tennis matches on TV, reminding her of her younger days when she played tennis.   

Evie kept up correspondence with many people, who will miss her letters. Evie always said she had a good life, a good family and many friends.   

Evie leaves behind her sons Lawrence George Gloistein, Jr., of Gardnerville, Nev., and John Henry Gloistein, of Janesville, Calif.; grandson Jared Daniel Gloistein, of Gardnerville, Nev.; and her 100 - year - old cousin Marguerite Kroeger Spitzer, of Fullerton, Calif.   

Evie wishes are that any remembrances be directed to the general federation of Women’s Club Monticola Shasta Division Susanville, Calif.   

In memory of Dorothy Evelyn “Evie” Gloistein there will be an assembly at the Monticola Club 140 S. Lassen St. Susanville at 1 p.m., on April 18, 2010.

Walter “Ray” Johnson   

Walter "Ray" Johnson, age 72, died at his daughter's home in Lincoln, Calif., on April 3, 2010, after a short battle with cancer.  He was born Sept. 14, 1937, in Susanville, to Ray and Toots Johnson.  He graduated from Lassen Union High School in 1955 and was a veteran of the U.S. Navy.     

He is survived by three children; Allan Johnson, of El Dorado, Calif.; Dorothy Vineyard, of Lincoln; and Steve Johnson, of El Dorado; three grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.     

His wishes were to have a memorial at Eagle Lake this summer. Donations to the American Cancer Society will be appreciated.

Wilma Elizabeth Perkins   

Wilma Elizabeth Perkins passed away peacefully April 4, 2010 at CountryVilla Riverview. Wilma was born June 6, 1915 in Adin, Calif., to Thomas and Martha Nelson and resided in Adin until she married W.A. “Cy” Perkins in July 1933. She was a hard worker throughout her life, working in a restaurant in Adin as a youth, operating a restaurant in Ravendale and cooking at 7 Acres Café in Litchfield. Wilma was legendary for her cooking. People would come from considerable distances to enjoy her meals. She was also very good with financial matters, serving as the bookkeeper for the family ranch in Ash Valley and Standish. She also was the bookkeeper for the international Harvester dealership they ran in Litchfield during the 1940s and 50s. After their retirement in 1973, she took up the game of golf. She excelled at the game and was very passionate about it. During the years she was involved in golfing, she won numerous trophies. She loved her family, seizing any opportunity to help and be with them.   

Wilma was a member of the Native Daughters of the West. After their retirement, they traveled extensively during the winter.   

Wilma is survived by her daughter-in-laws Sue Kaufman, of Susanville; grandsons Gene Perkins, of Susanville, and Tim Perkins, of Vacaville; granddaughters Connie Perkins Neal, of Liberty, Mo., and Dian Locke, of Susanville. She also has numerous great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews.   

Wilma was preceded in death by her husband W.A. “Cy” Perkins and son Eugene Perkins. She will be dearly missed.

Vickgy L. Acuna   

Vickgy L. Acuna, of Susanville, Calif., died on Feb. 19, 2010.    

She was born on Aug. 29, 1956 in Los Angels, Calif.    

She is survived by her husband Leon Acuna, mother Jang Reed, daughters Christie, Chantilly, Samantha; son Andy, all of Susanville; sister Stacey Grassdield, of La Habra, Calif., and four grandchildren, all of Susanville.

Violet Anderson   

Violet Anderson, 85, died on March 31, 2010, at CountryVilla Riverview.   

She was born on June 23, 1924 in Susanville, Calif.   

She is survived by her daughters Karen and Robert Jones, of Herlong, Calif.; Bonnie and Robert Hawes, of Washington; Janet and Barry Gilmore, of Susanville; 14 grandchildren and numerous great-grandchildren.   

No services will be held at Violet’s request. 

Carl Eugene Drice   

Carl Eugene Drice, 80, died on Feb. 6, 2010 in Oceanside, Calif.   

He was born on Aug. 28, 1929 in Jacksonville, Flo.   

He is survived by his wife Maebell Drice, daughters Elaine Johnson, and Karen Frederick and several nieces and nephews.   

A graveside military burial will be held at 11 a.m., on April 15 at the Diamond Crest Cemetery.

Irene Kay Fitzjarrell   

Irene Kay Fitzjarrell, 49, died Saturday evening, April 3, 2010 at her residence in Susanville, Calif.   

She was born in Santa Cruz, Calif., to the late Floyd and Dorlis (Smith) Fitzjarrell on Nov. 14, 1960.   

She is survived by her sons Russell and Timmy Colbert, both of Redding, Calif.; daughter Wanda Teel and her husband Bill, of Susanville; her longtime loving companion Refugio Gonzales, of Susanville; brother Frank Fitzjarrell, of Idaho; sisters Wanda Fitzjarrell, of Santa Rosa, Calif., and Donna Kimberling, of Idaho and her 12 grandchildren.   

Services will take place at a later date following cremation locally at Fehrman Crematory. An opportunity to express your condolences to the family along with signing the memorial guest register is available online at fehrmanmortuary.com.    

The family suggests any remembrances in Irene's memory be made to Wanda Teel c/o Fehrman Mortuary and Crematory P.O. Box 803 Greenville, CA 95947 to help defray the cost of Irene's final wishes.