Theodore Lee Friedline II

Irma Rankin Rea Gleason

Stanley Ellis Osborn

Theodore Lee Friedline II

Theodore Lee Friedline II was born June 8, 1980, in Susanville, Calif., and found his peace on Sept. 30, 2011, in Plano, Texas.

His early years were spent in California, Nevada and Texas with his mother, Lisa Stewart. Ted II returned to Susanville in 1993 to start a new life with his father, Ted Friedline and step-mother, Anita Osborn. In 1994, he became a big brother to Skyler and again in 1996, big brother to Carson. He stayed in Susanville until 1997, attending area schools, playing trumpet and playing sports. The family is grateful to those who welcomed this city-boy from Dallas into small-town Susanville during those years.

Ted II was smart, loving, charming and affectionate. He enjoyed motorcycles, hockey and professional fights. Ted was at his best when he was in his “big brother” shoes. His heart would melt for his little brothers, because his heart was truly tender. Throughout his life, that tenderness was obvious when he held a baby, hugged someone he loved, or played with his beloved dog, Icon, whom he shared with his dear friend Jennifer Lein, of Richardson, Texas.

Ted II is survived by his parents, Ted Friedline and Anita Osborn of Susanville; mother Lisa (Belson) Stewart, of Reno, Nev.; brothers, Skyler and Carson Friedline, of Susanville; grandmothers, Julia Houser, of Susanville and Patsy Gracy, of Sparks, Nev.; aunts and uncles Steve (and Jennifer) Friedline, of Bishop, Calif., Liz (and Jerry) Simcox, of Bishop, Calif., Teri (and Ron) Rodrigues, of Sparks, Nev. and Tami Belson of Sparks, Nev.; cousin Tina Glock, of Sparks, Nev.; and numerous extended family members and friends who will miss him dearly.

Donations in the name of Ted Friedline II may be made to the Lassen Park Foundation, P.O. Box 3155, Chico, CA 95927.

Local resident Irma Lea Gleason, 76, of Yreka, Calif., passed away during the early hours of Monday, Oct. 24, 2011, in the comfort of Madrone Hospice House in Yreka.

She fought her five-year battle with cancer with grace, dignity and faith. Irma was born in Susanville, Calif., to Gene and Henrietta Rankin. Irma graduated from Lassen High School, class of 1952 and went on to study business at the Golden Empire College of Commerce of Chico.

She was a member of the Beta Sigma Phi Sorority. Irma enjoyed her profession as legal secretary working for several law firms throughout California. In 1980, George and Irma were married in Mill Valley, Calif., and in 1998, George and Irma retired in Yreka.

Irma is survived by her beloved husband of 31 years, George C. Gleason. She is also survived by a brother, Jerry Rankin, of Susanville; daughter Linda and her husband David, of Susanville; son David, of Mad River, Calif.; stepchildren Carrie and husband Patrick, of Posey, of Calif.; George and wife Teresa, of Redding, Calif.; Greta and husband James, of San Mateo, Calif.; and Wendy, of Fairbanks, Alaska.

She leaves behind her precious grandchildren Jared, Cade, Taylor, Lindsay and Riley. A niece Regina and husband John, of Susanville; nephew Lance and wife Michelle, of Poway, Calif. and one grandnephew London. She will be truly missed by a family that loves her very much.

Irma was an ardent San Diego Padres fan. As long as the Padres were not on the field, she enjoyed camping with family and friends at Juanita and Medicine Lakes. She was an avid fan of her grandchildren spending endless hours watching soccer, baseball and live theater. Irma was always up for a competitive games of Scrabble, where she ruled. Those whose lives she touched over the years will always remember Irma. She was known for helping friends, family and neighbors in need.

A celebration of Irma’s life will take place from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 12 at the home shared by George and Irma Gleason. Donations may be made in Irma’s name to Madrone Hospice, 255 Collier Circle, Yreka, CA 96097. Girdner Funeral Chapel is assisting the family. Online condolences may be made at girdnerfuneralchapel.com

Stanley Ellis Osborn was born April 2, 1935, in Pasadena, Calif., to Chesley Ellis Osborn and Margaret Kathleen (Mains) Osborn. He died Sept. 28, 2011, at his home in Susanville, Calif.

During his career, he worked for the family business, Osborn Construction Company, in Pasadena, and dappled in computer software development. He enjoyed waterskiing, snow skiing, scuba diving and working with wood. He also loved animals and had a compassionate heart for people with disabilities.

Stan is survived by his daughters, Alyson Ayn Osborn, of Portland, Ore. and Anita Marie Osborn (and Ted Friedline), of Susanville; grandsons, Skyler Ellis Friedline and Carson Elliott Friedline, of Susanville; sister-in-laws Elizabeth “Betty” Osborn, of Pasadena and Francie Osborn, of Pomona, Calif.; and numerous nieces and nephews.

The family requests any donations in his name be made to the Humane Society or Camp Ronald McDonald at Eagle Lake.