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OBITUARIES FROM 'THE KERN VALLEY SUN' NEWSPAPER
Kern River Valley, Lake Isabella, Kern County, California
VOLUME III
1977 - 1980 Indexed
FAMILY HISTORY LIBRARY 35 NORTH WEST TEMPLE SALT LAKE CITY, UTAH 84150
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The Clan Diggers Genealogical Society of the Kern River Valley
1995
DATE MICROFICHED AUG 2 9 1997
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INTRODUCTION AND ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
The Obituaries listed within does not include all deaths in the Kern River Valley, only those published in the 'Kern Valley Sun' newspaper. The first year available and copied was 1969 and this is a continuing project.
The gathering of Obituaries in book form was compiled throught the efforts of the Clan Diggers Genealogical Society of the Kern River Valley, with the permission of the publishers of the 'Kern Valley Sun' newspaper. We would like to express our appreciation to these publishers for their cooperation, without which we could never have started this project.
It is our hope that this gathering of Obituaries will simplify the search for information on the relatives or friends that have gone before us and will further the interest in Genealogy.
The SURNAME INDEX includes only the name of the person deceased and does not include other persons that may be mentioned in the obituaries.
CLAN DIGGERS GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY P. O. BOX 53I LAKE ISABELLA, CA 93240
Compiled and arranged by Jim and Phyllis Piper Indexed by Martha Allington
THIS PROJECT IS DEDICATED TO THE MEMORY OF
MAMIE FRANCES (CARPENTER) HENDRICKS
Mamie F. Hendricks
Memorial services were held Thursday, November 17, 1994 at the Library in Lake Isabella for Mamie F. Hendricks of Lake Isabella. Mamie was born August 17, 1913 in St. Joseph, Missouri and passed away November 9, 1994 in Mt. Mesa.
Mamie was married to Steve Hendricks in 1932 and had 49 years together until he passed away in 1981. She was a clerk at the U.S. Post Office in San Jose for 20 years before retiring in 1978. Mamie was a member of the NARF, Senior Nutrition, the Clan Diggers and the NSDAR.
She is survived by her sister and brother-in-law Alice and Cecil Dale of Lake Isabella; her brother-in-law and sister-in-law John and Judy Hendricks of Mt. View, Calif .: also many neices and nephews and grand neices and grand nephews. Arrangements by Valley Mortuary
NSDAR
The Kawaiisu chapter of the National Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution held a memorial service for Mamie Hendricks on Nov 17 at the Library in Lake Isabella. The service was presented by Marian Adkins, Regent. Attending the service were her sister, Alice and Cecil Dale of Lake Isabella and family; brother-in-law John and Marie Hendricks of Mt. View, Calif., and family; and three neices, Mamme and Mike Markieviez of Albuquerque, N.M. and family, Janet and Robert Gibson of San Jose and family, and Cherric Rubnankara and son of Sacramento. Also present were many friends and members of the NARF, Clan Diggers, NSDAR, and Senior Nutrition. Mamie was a charter member of the Senior Nutrition organization. Nadelle Getting announced that Mamie's name would be placed on a plaque at the Senior Center in Lake Isabella. Mamie was an active and faithful member of our chapter. The offices she held in four years as a member were Chaplain, Registrar, Lineage Research, Membership and press book chairman. During the memorial service red, white, and blue carnations were placed by our members. The hall was decorated in red, white, and blue. Refreshments were served by Phyllis Piper and Marge Laskowski.
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KERN VALLEY SUN
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Jan. 6, 1977
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Lawrence Low
Services were held Monday, Jan- uary 3 at Valley Mortuary Chapel for Lawrence J. Low, 72, who died December 27 in Parker, Arizona. Pastor Don Roulston officiated and interment followed at Kern Valley Cemetery.
He was a retired foreman for the state highway department, a native Californian who lived In Bodfish 26 years.
He is survived by his widow, Ruby M. Low of Bodfish; two daughters, Evelyn Knechtel and Wanda Turner, both of Hanford; his sister, Ethel Mitchell of Anahelm; thirteen grand- children and ten great-grandchildren. Arrangements by Valley Mortuary.
Bertha Wait
Graveside services were held Mon- day, January 3 at Rose Hills Ceme- tery, Whittier, for Bertha B. Wait, 83, who died December 31 at Kern Valley Hospital.
Born in Carthage, Missouri, Feb- ruary 11, 1893, she was a retired pottery worker who lived In Cali- fornia 36 years and 16 years in the valley.
She is survived by three daughters, Berniece McAnany of Apple Valley, Helen Hamilton of Borger, Texas, and Geneva Dietz of West Los Angeles; three grandchildren, and seven great- grandchildren.
Kenneth Turner
Private services will be held today, January 6, for Kenneth E. Turner, 67, who died December 31 at Kern Valley Hospital. Inurnment will follow at Rose Hills Cemetery, Whittier.
Born August 29, 1909, in Iowa, he was last employed as executive secretary for Greenleaf Masonic
Lodge No. 670 and was a member of Kern River Valley Masonic Lodge No. 827. He had been a Mason since 1952 and was Past Master of 1961. He lived in the state 65 years, three of those in Wofford Heights.
He is survived by two sons, Richard Turner, Westminster, and Wallace Turner, Hemet; two daughters, Lor- raine Maxey, Wofford Heights, and Carolyn Muirhead, Porterville; and nine grandchildren.
Contributions may be made to Pink Ladies Auxiliary, Heart Unit, Kern Valley Hospital, Mt. Mesa.
Arrangements by Valley Mortuary.
Will & Clara Nicoll
Memorial service will be held for Clara and Will Nicoll at the Weldon United Methodist Church Saturday, January 8, at 2 p.m.
Graveside services will follow at the Little Hillside Family Cemetery west of Weldon.
Bob Whitlock
Graveside services will be con- ducted at Kern Valley Cemetery Saturday, January 8, at 11 a.m. for Glenn Robert Whitlock, 29, who died January 2 in Idaho. William Farley will officiate the service and military honor guard will be present.
A 1965 Kern Valley High School graduate, he served as class president before serving a three and a half year tour of duty with the United States Marine Corps. He was a veteran of Viet Nam. He recently graduated from University of Idaho In Pocatello, majoring in pharmaceutical sclence.
He Is survived by his widow, Caryl; his two daughters, Tammey and Tonya; his parents, Bob and Bonnie Whitlock, Santa Barbara; four sis- ters, RayLee, Robyn, Rande, Roz- land; his grandmothers, Vivian Car- ney and Laura Tilt, both of Salt Lake City, Utah.
Arrangements by Hillcrest Mor- tuary.
Melford Stirling
Graveside services were held Tues- day, January 4, at Kern Valley Cemetery for Melford Stirling, 64, who died December 30 at Kern Valley Hospital. Dennis Hinkey, counselor . branch presidency of Latter Day Saints Church officiated.
Born in Cralg, Callfornla, he lived in the valley 17 years.
He la survived by his widow, Ruth Stirling of Caliente; three sons, Don- ald Stirling of Burbank, Voren Stir- ling of Pleasanton, Melford Stirling, Jr., of Havllah; his step-son, Guy Wysinger of Camarillo; and his step- daughter, Merlene Bruner of Lake Tahoe; six grandchildren; his bro- ther, Will Stirling of Arizona; and his sister, Mary Day, also of Arizona.
Arrangements by Valley Mortuary.
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KERN VALLEY SUN
Thursday Jan. 20, 1977
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Raymond Peterson
Services here held at Greenlawn Memorial Chapel, Bakersfield, for Raymond Elroy Peterson, 71, who died January 12 in a Bakersfield hospital. Rev. Dan Cummings, First Church of Religious Science officia- ted. Interment followed at Greenlawn Memorial Park.
A native of Minnesota, he lived in Kern County 25 years and was an auto salesman 45 years, last associated with Kern A.M. He was a member and served on the board of directors of the Firat Church of Religious Sclence and was a member of Lebanon Lodge No. 104 F. and A.M., Tacoma, Washing- ton.
He is survived by his widow, Luella Peterson, Bakersfield; his sister, June Peterson, and brother, Loren Peterson, both of Minnesota; his daughter, Claudia Sullivan, Fremont; step-son, Norma Biane, Eureka; and five grandchildren.
Pallbearers were John Casadas, Merrill Black, Al Shaw, Bill Painter, Howard Meyers, Jim Arp. Honorary pallbearers were Sidney Fryer, Ralph Arms, Harold "Bud" Baldwin, Grant Kniffen, Dr. Al Obergefell, and S.L. Serber.
Donations may be made in his memory to First Church of Religious Science or to the charity of your choice.
Arrangements by Greenlawn Memorial Park and Mortuary.
Thursday Jan. 20, 1977
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Beulah Dixon
Services will be held Saturday, January 22, in Little Rock, Arkansas, for Beulah Belle Dixon, 62, who died January 14 at Kern Valley Hospital. Born in Mississippi October 6, 1914, she lived in Southlake Estates the past year and in California elghteen years.
She is survived by her widower, Harold Dixon, Southlake; her son, John Goza, Tennessee; three daugh- ters, Pat Green, Arkansas, Frances Gordon, Texas, Elna Broyles, and Charlotte Miles, both of California; two sisters, Tossie Forsythe, Ten. nessee, Annis Johnson, Texas; 13 grandchildren and 4 great - grand- children.
Arrangements by Valley Mortuary.
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KERN VALLEY SUN
Thrusday Jan. 20, 1977
Walker Pass Crash Kills Isabella Man
A Lake Isabella manı was burned beyond recognition in a flaming crash on Walker Pass Saturday and two other valley residents were injured In traffic accidents last weekend.
John Henry Lanier, 64, of Weaver Trailer Park in Mt. Mesa, was travelling along Highway 178 near Walker Pass and passed an Inyokern newsman at a high rate of speed. Lanier's vehicle went over the hill where he apparently lost control of the car and burst into flames 112 miles west of Walker Pass. The accident occurred at approximately 5:15 p.m.
The newsman reached the scene, but said the fire had overtaken the vehicle and he was unable to reach the victim. He reported that the horn was blowing and ammunition inside the car was exploding. The car appa- rently grazed a large rock as it veered off the highway.
California Highway Patrol officer Verble Pierce responded to the call
with a unit from the Lake Isabella station of Kern County Fire Depart. ment. Working in conjunction, they were able to arrest the Inferno and remove the charred body.
Coroner's assistant, Don Wigginton, said the body was so badly burned that even dental records would supply only sketchy identification. But, upon locating Lanier's son, a Bakersfield attorney, James T. Lanier, dental records were supplied and It was confirmed that the elder Lanler was travelling on that highway at the time of the crashi.
Although the body was removed from the passenger side of the vehicle, there was only one occupant and it is possible the body shifted upon impact. With a history of heart problems, it is felt that Lanier could have suffered a seizure, but due to the extent of the burns the coroner's office could not determine the exact cause of death.
Later that evening, Arthur Plasen-
cia, 23, of Lake Isabella was headed west on Kern Canyon Road in his 1953 Dodge flatbed truck. He lost control of the vehicle 150 yards east of Miracle Hot Springs, skidding on the ice.
A passenger, Coleen Dove, 10, also of Lake Isabella, was treated for injuries at Kern Valley Hospital and released. Driver was not injured and reported the crash at 10 a.m. Sunday morning.
At 2:25 p.m. Sunday, January 16, Steven Michael Miranda of Weldon was apparently speeding down Fay Canyon Road in a car registered to Russell Green of Taft. Miranda reportedly went home and was head- ing back to pick up Green when he lost control of the vehicle, went through a fence along the roadside, and over- turned.
Miranda, 25, suffered facial lacera- tions and went to Kern Valley Hospital via private velicle
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KERN VALLEY SUN
Thursday Jan. 27, 1977
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Essie Gentry
Services were conducted at Valley Mortuary Chapel, Lake Isabella, Monday, January 24, for Essie Gentry, 90, who died January 20 at Kern Valley Hospital. Interment was held at Inglewood Park Cemetery Tuesday, January 25. Rev. B.M. Calhoon officiated the chapel service. Born March 19, 1886, she lived in the valley the past six months.
She is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Eva and Calvin Ford, Lake Isabella; her sister, Allie Mae Moseley, Arkansas; four grandchild- ren and thirteen great-grandchildren. Arrangements by Valley Mortuary.
Thursday Feb. 3, 1977
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Jesse Robinson
Services were conducted Wednes- day, February 2, at Sunset Lawns Cemetery, Sacramento, for Jesse Lee Robinson, 67, who died January 28.
Born in Texas, he was a retired construction worker who last resided In Mason Court, Bodfish. He was a member of the Moose Lodge in Tucson, Arizona, and belonged to National Rifleman's Association.
He is survived by his widow, Louise Robinson; his sisters, Era Birchfleld of Eureka, Eva Edymon of Wallers, Oklahoma, Jackie Hurley and Por- tales, New Mexico, Johnnie Starkey of Eureka, Winoma Spurs of Arcata, and Betty Jo Truin of Texas.
Arrangements by Valley Mortuary.
William Rowell
Private graveside services were conducted at Kern Valley Cemetery February 1 for William Rowell, 81, who died January 30. Rev. Stephen Nagler officiated.
Retired from the water department in Manhattan Beach, he lived in the valley the past three years and was a native of California.
He is survived by his widow, Mary of Southlake and his son, Charles. Arrangements by Valley Mortuary.
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KERN VALLEY SUN
Thursday Feb. 10, 1977
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Kernville Man Is One Victim
Two Killed In Local Accidents
Two men were killed, one injured, in traffic accidents this week on valley highways.
Robert Allan Johnston, 21, of Kern- ville was westbound on Highway 178 two miles east of Southern Callfornia Edison's KR-1 power plant when his Volkswagen drifted off the roadway, struck a large rock, and dropped about 200 feet over the embankment. Johnston was ejected from the vehicle and sustained fatal injuries.
The accident occurred at approxi- mately 3:30 a.m. Tuesday, February 8, but was not reported until 5:30 a.m. Johnston was the son of Mr. and Mrs. Pelican, owners of the Arcade Saloon in Kernville. CHP officer Mike Hernandez answered the call from the Bakersfield station.
Sunday, February 6, Jimmy Dale Lewis, 24, was driving his Toyota on Highway 155 just south of Tillie Creek Road. At approximately 5:35 p.m. he hit the shoulder, crossed over to the southbound lanes and went over the embankment.
CHP officer Verbie Pierce reported that a witness said Lewis passed him, weaving and apparently intoxicated, and when he went around the curve, he saw dust where Lewis had gone over the side.
Kern County Sheriff deputies took lewis into custody on warrant for
suspicion of theft. He complained of pain at the Isabella Substation and was transported to Kern Valley Hospl- tal by Progressive Ambulance.
Saturday, February 5, Charles Willard Thompson, 19, of Bakersfield, was eastbound on Lake Isabella Boulevard on his motorcycle, lost control on a 20 m.p.h. curve and slid into an abandoned building. He was pronounced dead on arrival at Kern Valley Hospital, according to reports by CHP officer Verbie Pierce.
California Highway Patrol reports fourteen highway fatalities in Kern County in the first five weeks of this year, two of which occurred in the Kern Valley area Five of those fatalities occurred in the past week.
Thursday Feb. 10, 1977
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Marjorie Edwards
Graveside services were held yea terday, February 9, at Kern Valley Cemetery for Marjorie Louise Ed- wards, 62, who died February 3 at Mercy Hospital, Bakersfield. Vet- erans of Foreign Wars Post No. 7665 Ladies Auxiliary and Ladies Auxi- liary to Disabled American Veterans officiated. "
Born in Washington January 6, 1915, she had been a cook at Cozy Corner Cafe. She lived in Kern . County eighteen years and fifty-nine years in the state.
She is survived by her son, David Edwards, Redondo Beach; her aister, Eleanor Rorick, Los Angeles.
Arrangements by Valley Mortuary.
Walter Hedges
Services were conducted of Villas Mortuary Chapel, Lake Isabella, Tuesday, February 8, for Walter Perry Hedges, 37, who died February 2 at Riverside General Hospital. Rev. Calhoon offlclated and Interment followed at Kern Valley Cemetery.
Born in Oklahoma July 28, 1939, he had been self-employed as a body and fender repairman. He had lived in Paria, California, the past three years and spent the past thirty-five years in the state.
He is survived by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Walter Hedges, Mt. Mesa ;. three sons, Walter Perry Hedges, Jr., Walter Angus Hedges, and Thomas Hedges; two daughters, Devonne and Joyce, both of Oregon; his sister, Judy Hedges, Lake Isabella; and his grand- mother, Estella Hedges, also of Lake Isabella.
Arrangements by Valley Mortuary.
KERN VALLEY SUN
Thursday Feb. 10, 1977 OBITUARY
DR. CHARLES AUGUST SERVICES HELD
Dr. Charles W. August 51, Kern- ville, passed away Saturday Morning, February 5.
Memorial services were held Wed- nesday morning, 11:30 a.m. Feb- ruary 9 at the United Methodist Church, Kernville, Rev. Myron Good- year presided at the service. Dr. Charles August was born April 4, 1925 in Augusta, Montana. He was preceded in death by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Montana August.
Survivors include his widow, Corinne August; step-daughter, Cindy Swanson; three brothers; four child- ren from a previous marriage, and numerous nieces and nephews. Dr. and Mrs. Charles August moved to the Kern River Valley January 1, 1974 from Monrovia, California. Dr. August conducted an active general medical practice in Kernville. He was a member of the California Medical Association; E.T.I. Corral No. 71, Kernville; Kernville Chamber of Commerce and the Kernville Colonels. Dr. August was also a Life Member of the University of Southern California.
A memorial fund has been estab- lished in memory of Dr. Charles August. Contributors may send their contributions to the Memorial Fund, USC General Alumni Fund at the University of Southern California, Los Angeles.
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Thursday Feb. 24, 1977
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Delbert O'Driscoll
Services were conducted Wednes- day, February 23, at Valley Mortuary Chapel for Delbert Levere O'Driscoll, 72, who died at Mercy Hospital, Bakersfield, February 18. Kern Valle Masonic Lodge officiated.
Born in Utah May 22, 1904, he was a retired Farmers Insurance salesman who last resided in Onyx. He lived in the area 9 years and 52 years in California.
He is survived by his widow, Violet O'Driscoll of Onyx; his brother, Joey O'Driscoll of Culver City; his sister, Frankde Harris of Kenelworth, Utah. Arrangements by Valley Mortuary.
Dave Coovert
Services will be held today, Feb- ruary 24, at 2 p.m. at Kern Valley Cemetery for Dave Jacob Coovert, 91, who died February 21. Rev. Myron B. Goodyear will officiate.
A native of California, he was born June 15, 1885, and last resided at Lakeview Guest Home, Wofford Heights. He lived in the county 8 years.
He is survived by his son, Elmo Coovert of Wofford Heights.
Arrangements by Valley Mortuary.
Lloyd Palmer
Services were conducted for Lloyd Hylton Palmer, 71, at Valley Mor- tuary Chapel Friday, February 18. He died February 13. Rev. Myron B. Goodyear officiated.
Born May 5, 1905, in Belgrade, Montana, he lived in Kern County 8 years and 50 years in the state. He was a veteran of the United States Navy.
He Is survived by his brother, Harold Palmer, Garden Grove; his sister, Esther May Mehren, Los Alamitos.
Jesse Barr
Graveside services were conducted Friday, February 18, at Kern Valley Cemetery for Jesse Ashambeau Barr, 72, who died February 16. Masonle Lodge officiated the service.
Born In Massachusetts February 14, 1905, he was well known In the valley as owner of Onyx Store. He lived in the. area 25 years, spending 43 years in California.
He is survived by his widow, Charlene Barr of Bella Vista Estates in Mt. Mesa; two sons, Randy Barr, Wofford Helghts, and Richard Barr, New York; his daughter, Beverly Miranda, Wofford Heights; his sister, Fanny Gralia, Massachusetts.
Arrangements by Valley Mortuary.
Serena Gerde
Services were held Tuesday, Feb ruary 22, at Valley Mortuary Chapel for Serena Charlet Gerde, 69, who died February 18 in Long Beach. Rev. Stephen Nagler officlated.
Born In Wisconsin February 25, 1907, she last resided In Lake Isabella.
She Is survived by her widower, Thor; her daughters, Elleen J. Silver- thorn, Long Beach, and Audrey Bettorf, Manhattan Beach; her step- daughter, Jeanne Moody, Bellvue, Washington.
Arrangements by Valley Mortuary.
Charles Rogers
Services were conducted at Valley Mortuary Chapel, Lake Isabella, for Charles Clarence Rogers, 92, Wednes- day, February 23. He died February 19. Rev. Marshal Alman officiated.
A retired restaurant manager, he was born In Arkansas January 23, 1885. He lived in the area 6 years, with 32 years in Callfornia.
He is survived by his widow, Mary Rogers of Lake Isabella; two daugh- ters, Esther Lindsley of Los Angeles and Irene Singleton of Lake Ichella his brother, Fred Rogers of Arkansas; and his sister, Daisy Mitchell, also of Arkansas.
Arrangements by Valley Mortuary,
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KERN VALLEY SUN
Thursday March 3, 1977 OBITUARY
Walter Johnson
Memorial services will be conduc- ted at Valley Mortuary Chapel Fri- day, March 4, 2 p.m., for Walter William Johnson, 77, who died Feb- ruary 28 at Kern Valley Hospital.
Born in Minnesota April 5, 1899, he belonged to the Methodist church, 55 Plus Club, and Lake Isabella - Bodfish Property Owners Association.
He is survived by Larry Johnson of Manhattan Beach and two grand- children. The family has asked that donations be made in his name to either Highland Chapel organ fund or Kern Valley Heart Fund.
Arrangements by Valley Mortuary.
Thursday March 3, 1977
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Mayme Summers
Services were held at Valley Mortuary Chapel Tuesday, March 1, for Mayme Florence Summers, 60, who died in Lake Isabella February 24. Interment followed Wednesday at Little Lake Cemetery, Norwalk. She is survived by her husband, Harry Lee Summers, Bakersfield. Arrangements by Valley Mortuary.
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Thrusday Mar. 10, 1977
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Lillian Rowell
Graveside services were conducted at Kern Valley Cemetery Monday, March 7, for Lillian K. Rowell, 57, who died March 4 at Kern Valley Hospital. Rev. Stephen Nagler offi- ciated.
A native of California, she was born October 16, 1919 and last resided in Lake Isabella.
She is survived by her son, Charles W. Rowell of Manhattan Beach; her brother, Joseph Koon of Twin Falls, Idaho.
Arrangements by Valley Mortuary. George Sheehan
George Alexander Sheehan, 57, died March 6 at Kern Valley Hospital. Family requested there be no service.
Born in California May 28, 1919, he last resided in Lake Isabella.
He is survived by his daughter, Coleen Simmerman of Lincoln; and his brother, Paul Sheehan of Hunting- ton Beach.
Arrangements by Valley Mortuary. Anderson Kerr
Services were held at Valley Mortuary Chapel, Lake Isabella, Saturday, March 5, for Anderson Fayette Kerr, 74, who died at Kern Valley Hospital March 2. Rev. Mike Goodyear officiated and Interment followed at Kern Valley Cemetery.
Born In Illinois February 16, 1903, he last resided in Lake Isabella and was a member of Disabled American Veterans and Veterans of Foreign Wars.
He Is survived by his widow, Ida Kerr, Lake Isabella; his sister, Ophelia Kerr, Lake Isabella; his brother and sister-in-law, Benjamin and Rita Kerr, also of Lake Isabella. Arrangements by Valley Mortuary.
Carl Coleman
Services were conducted at Glen Haven Memorial Park in San Fer- nando for Carl Coleman, 74, who died March 3 at Kern Valley Hospital.
Born in Illinois January 9, 1903, he last resided in Larsen Tract in the South Lake area of Lake Isabella.
Alice Bucher
Services were held in Forest Park Funeral Home, Houston, Texas, for Alice Elizabeth Bucher, 74, Wofford Helghts, who dled March 2. Interment was in the Forest Park Cemetery.
Mrs. Bucher, a native of Kentucky, had resided in California 27 years and in Kern County 7 years. Survivors include the widower, Hubert. Ar- rangements by Greenlawn Mortuary.
Evelyn Johnson
Requiem Eucharist was conducted Wednesday, March 8, at St. James Episcopal Church in Fresno for Evelyn Ann Johnson, 82, who died March 6 in Fresno.
Born July 28, 1894, in Centralia, Illinois, she is survived by her son, Father Frederick Johnson, St. Peter's Episcopal Church in Kernville; her brother, Harold Westbrook, Grass Valley; and three grandchildren.
Remembrances may be sent to the memorial fund at St. Peter's Epis- copal Church, Kernville.
Hazel Roland
Services were held Monday, March 7, at the First Baptist church, Lake Isabella, for Hazel L. Roland who died at Kern Valley Hospital after a short Illness. Services were officiated by Rev. Dale Brown, a long time frlend. Mrs Roland was born August 5, 1898, in Corning, Iowa, and moved to Lake Isabella in November of 1961.
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