Karen M. Newell

Rites held for Karen Mae Newell

Funeral services were held Wednesday, March 25, 1992 at 10 a.m. in the United Methodist Church in Woodland for Karen Mae Newell, 3 years of age, who was killed last Friday night in Davis when struck by a car.

She is survived by her parents, Norman and Heather Newell of Davis; a brother, Norman Lee Newell, Jr., of Davis; a sister Solitar Ramos of Davis, paternal grandmother, Charlie Luna of Winters; maternal grandfather, Robert Beebe of Washington; maternal great-grandparents; Abraham and Marjorie Beebe of Washington, and Burl and Bernice Baker of Woodland; paternal great-grandmothers, Lena Johnson of Knights Landing, and Delilah Charlene Higginbottom of Belmont, Mississippi.

A memorial fund has been set up to help the family defray expenses in connection with the death. Checks can be made to the Karen Newell Foundation, P.O. Box 1290, Davis, California 95617.

(Obituary from the "Winters Express," Thursday, March 26, 1992, (Yolo County). Submitted with the permission of the "Winters Express," 312 Railroad Ave., Winters, CA 95694.)

Marian Lois Newfield

A fourth generation Californian and a Davis resident for more than three decades, Marian Lois Newfield died May 7, 2003, in Davis. She was 88.

The daughter of Melville and Hazel Newfield, Marian was born April 23, 1915, in Piedmont. She spent her early years in Lodi, then moved to Sacramento where she graduated from Sacramento High School in 1933. She attended the University of California, Berkeley and Armstrong Business College.

In 1936 Marian married Clinton A. Jewett and settled in Santa Rosa, where Clinton was an assistant farm adviser. In 1945, they began farming near Williams, in Colusa County. There, Marian was active in civic organizations, as well as Eastern Star, Rainbow Girls, Children's Home Society, the Colusi Historical Society and the Colusa Wool Growers. For many years, she worked as the bookkeeper at Endeman's Pellet Mill in Williams.

After Clinton Jewett passed away in 1966, Marian moved to Davis. In 1968, she married Calvin Cassel. Here she was a member of the Guild of the Davis Art Center, Embroiders' Guild, Friends of the Yolo Archives, Friends of the Davis Branch of the Yolo County Library, and the Davis Genealogical Society.

Marian and Calvin spent many happy years as members of the Sacramento Rubber Bums/Good Sam Club and traveled throughout California and Mexico, as well as Africa.

Marian was, according to her family, an accomplished genealogist, California historian, pianist and needleworker. She remodeled her homes and enjoyed woodworking and gardening. She was an avid reader, lifelong learner and a woman of many talents, interests and accomplishments.

She is survived by her son, Gary Jewett of Williams, her daughter and son-in-law, Linda Jewett and Tony Ashby of Sacramento, and grandchildren Mollia Jewett and Clinton Jewett of Williams, Mark Daterman and his wife, Naomi, of New York, Todd Daterman of Eugene, Ore., Douglas Cassel and his wife Linda of Roseville, and two great-granddaughters, Nicole and Kirsten Cassel of Roseville.

She also leaves behind a wealth of friends who loved her for her generosity, her independent spirit and her wit, her family said.

She was preceded in death by her parents, brother Dalton Newfield, and husbands Clinton Jewett and Calvin Cassel.

At her request, no funeral service will be held. In June, however, family and friends plan to gather to celebrate Marian's life.

Memorial contributions can be made to Yolo Hospice, P.O. Box 1014, Davis, CA 95617; the Clinton A. Jewett Memorial Student Loan Fund, Financial Aid Office, UC Davis, Davis, CA 95616; or the Forbes Norris MDA/ALS Center, 2324 Sacramento St., San Francisco CA 94115.

(Obituary from the "The Davis Enterprise," Sunday, May 11, 2003.)

George Nelson Newhall

George Nelson Newhall, a Davis resident for 35 years, died Oct. 21, 2003, in Woodland. He was 92.

He was born Jan. 22, 1911, in Johannesburg, South Africa, where his father worked in the gold mining industry improving ventilation systems for miners. His parents, Percy Melrose Newhall and Minna Nelson Newhall, brought the family to the United States in 1925.

He graduated from Berkeley High School, then UC Berkeley, where he was a member of Sigma Phi fraternity. He completed a degree in civil engineering in 1933.

He worked for the U.S. Forest Service from 1933 until his retirement in 1966. His career was interrupted by four years of active duty in the U.S. Navy during World War II, when he served in Trinidad, developing a fresh water supply for a submarine base, and for the Great Lakes Supply Command, expediting war materials to the South Pacific. He remained in the Naval Reserve after the war, retiring as a commander.

He was a member of Chi Epsilon and Tau Beta Pi engineering honor societies. In his retirement, he consulted on engineering projects part-time, continued his interest in water conservation and management, and published a book, "Sunspots, Dust and Rainfall."

He was preceded in death by his his brother James Newhall and his sister Elizabeth Scott.

He is survived by his wife of 63 years, Shirley Stapleton Newhall; four children, Robert and Chris Newhall, both of Seattle, Shirley Heal of Davis and Margaret Conli of Fair Oaks; nine grandchildren, Kelley (Heal) Donato of Fair Oaks, Kacey Heal-Weinberger of San Carlos, Ryan Heal of Mountain View, Serena and Ian Newhall of Seattle, Joe Conli of Loomis, and Christy, Andy and Katy Conli, all of Fair Oaks.

According to his wishes, he will be cremated and laid to rest in Berkeley. A private memorial service is planned for family members.

Memorials may be sent to a charity of the donor's choice.

(Obituary from the "The Davis Enterprise," Friday, October 24, 2003.)

Merton Alan Newhall

Merton Alan Newhall of Woodland died Thursday, Feb. 23 at age 54.

Mr. Newhall was born Feb. 27, 1951 in Willows to Marjorie and Merton H. Newhall. He had been a Yolo County resident for 35 years. He was a high school graduate and worked as a truck driver for Yuba Trucking. He was also a volunteer for the Willows Fire Department.

Survivors include Mr. Newhall's ex-wife, Cheryl Bair; his daughters, Jennifer Brown and Lori Vanhoozer; his stepdaughter, Shaniko Jackson; his son, Merton Johnalan Newhall; his grandchildren, Johnny and Jamie Brown, Daniel and Tyler Jackson and Kobe Yager; his mother, Marjorie Newhall; and his sisters, Anita Clewett, Janice Redenbaugh and Linda Rominger. He was preceded in death by his father, Merton Henry Newhall.

The family requests memorials in Mr. Newhall's name be directed to Yolo Hospice, P.O. Box 1014, Davis, 95617. Services: A celebration of Mr. Newhall's life is scheduled for 1 p.m. Sunday, March 12 at Nelson's Grove, 15285 County Road 99E, Woodland with John Horner officiating. Interment will be at Leesville Cemetery. North Sacramento Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.

(Obituary from the Woodland "Daily Democrat," Wednesday, March 8, 2006.)

Philip G. Newitt

Philip G. Newitt died peacefully Oct. 4, 2001 in Sacramento, with his son Mark present. Born in Berkeley on May 22, 1916, he was 85 years old.

He was raised in Ely, Nev. He embarked on a career with Nevada Northern Engine No. 93 and 40 as a brakeman in 1934, and became a conductor in 1937. He served in the U.S. Navy in the Aleutian Islands during World War II. He was a brother of the Masonic Jennings Lodge #9, AF&AM, in Dallas, Ore., for nearly 50 years.

He retired as the superintendent of the Dixon school district in 1970. During his semi-retirement he worked as a substitute teacher in Davis and was instrumental in organizing substitute teachers. He spent 27 years serving in education. He was also a past president of the Rotary Club of Dixon.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Philip E. and Georgianna Newitt.

He is survived by his sons, Garey, Paul and Mark; his brother, Ben; his sister, Kitty; his friend and former wife, Della; and seven grandchildren.

A memorial service will be held Monday at 1:30 p.m. at St. Francis Episcopal Church, 11430 Fair Oaks Blvd. in Sacramento. Inurnment will be at the Chapel of the Chimes, Oakland, alongside his parents.

(Obituary from the "The Davis Enterprise," October 16, 2001, (Yolo County). Submitted with the permission of the "The Davis Enterprise," 315 G Street, Davis, CA 95616.)

L.K. Newlin

L.K. Newlin of San Saba, Texas, died of natural causes on March 11, 2002, in San Saba. He was 85.

He was born Sept. 29, 1916, in Richland Springs, Texas, to Arthur Littleton Newlin and Carrie Lovice Swails Newlin.

On July 1, 1935, Newlin married Marcla Terry in Bangs, Texas. He served in the U.S. Army in the Pacific Theater as a radio operator during World War II.

He and his wife lived in San Saba County since 1971. While in San Saba County, he was a building contractor, farmer and rancher.

Newlin was preceded in death by his son Arthur Leo Newlin.

He is survived by his wife Marcla of San Saba; daughter and son-in-law, Judy Kay and Donald Barclift of Davis; daughter and son-in-law, Peggy Ann and Roy Dean Boswell of San Saba; brother and sister-in-law, Thomas Andrew and Mozelle Newlin of San Saba; brother and sister-in-law, John and Lemmie Newlin of Weir, Miss.; sister Ida Stephens of San Antonio; granddaughter Kelly Nelson and her husband Scott Nelson; grandson Kevin Barclift and his wife Ginger Barclift; grandsons Jeffrey Donald Barclift, Aaron Dean Boswell and Matthew Littleton Boswell; great-grandchildren Rachel Elizabeth Nelson, Cooper Ross Nelson, Austin Tyler Barclift and Nathanial Paul Bennick; and numerous nieces and nephews.

A funeral will begin at 2 p.m. Thursday at the Howell Doran Funeral Home's chapel, 1901 W. Wallace, San Saba, Texas 76877. Interment will follow at the Richland Springs Cemetery in Richland Springs, Texas.

Donations in Newlin's memory should be sent to the San Saba County Volunteer Emergency Medical Services, c/o Howell Doran Funeral Home, at the aforementioned address.

(Obituary from the "The Davis Enterprise," Wednesday, March 13, 2002, (Yolo County). Submitted with the permission of the "The Davis Enterprise," 315 G Street, Davis, CA 95616.)

Frank La Valle Newman

Frank La Valle Newman died following a short illness Saturday, March 30, 2002, at age 76.

Born May 15, 1925, in Los Angeles, Mr. Newman had been a Yolo County resident for 30 years. He was the son of the late Frank and Clara Newman.

Mr. Newman is survived by his wife, Florence Newman; daughter, Patricia Leonard and husband Patrick; grandchildren, John Newman Jr., Michael Leonard, and Wayne and Timothy Shanks; and six great-grandchildren.

He is also survived by his sister, Ethel Reeves; and brothers, Howard and Gene Newman.

Mr. Newman was preceded in death by his daughter, Johanna Wilson; and son, John Newman Sr.

Respecting the wishes of Mr. Newman no services are scheduled.

Interment will be conducted privately.

(Obituary from the "The Daily Democrat," Friday, April 05, 2002, (Woodland, Yolo County, California). Submitted with the permission of the "The Daily Democrat," 711 Main St., Woodland, CA 95695.)

Nancy C. Newman

Nancy C. Newman, age 84, died in Grandview, Washington. She was a member of a pioneer Yolo County ranching family, the Griffins, and was also a member of the Craig and Stephens families. Nancy was born in Woodland, on May 1, 1916, the daughter of Joseph R. Griffin and Cassie B. Craig of Winters.

She lived off and on in Winters between living in Bangladesh, Guam, and West Sacramento. She had lived in Washington for 16 years.

Nancy retired from the Sacramento County Clerk's Office in 1982 and was the chief steward for the Sacramento County Employees Union in the late '70s.

Although she was a member of a family of Democratic politicians, including a governor and several state senators, she was proud of being the first Republican in the family. Her main hobby was politics and she particularly enjoyed attending political parties with her daughter in Anchorage, Alaska. Some of her last words were "Please tell me Bush is President." She was a former member of the National Federation of Republican Women and was currently a member of the Daughters of the American Revolution, Eldon (MO) Chapter.

Her survivors include her husband Gene H. Newman of Grandview, Washington; her daughter, Cassie Wisner Hill and her son-in-law, Dr. Richard P. Hill of Osage Beach, Missouri; stepdaughter, Renee Shelton and her husband Doug Shelton of Grandview; stepson Greg Newman and his wife, of Salem, Oregon; and a brother, Joseph D. Griffin, of Davis. She leaves numerous step-grandchildren.

(Obituary from the "Winters Express," Thursday, January 11, 2001, (Yolo County). Submitted with the permission of the "Winters Express," 312 Railroad Ave., Winters, CA 95694.)

Robert "Bob" Newman

Robert Newman

Robert "Bob" Newman died in his sleep at his childhood home in Bellefontaine, Ohio, on Oct. 3, 2002. Born on Sept. 9, 1941, he was 61 years old. He was a well-known former teacher at North Davis Elementary School, who was revered by colleagues, parents and students alike.

He moved to Davis from Bellefontaine in 1964. He taught fifth grade for 34 years, retiring in 1997. He thoroughly enjoyed and cared about his students, and loved encountering former students. It was a rare occasion for him to stroll through the downtown area without engaging in a nostalgic conversation with a student or parent. He traditionally sent out high school graduation cards to each of the students in his classes and maintained contact with many of them and their families throughout the years.

He was a heartfelt and loving Christian who shared his life, dreams and time with all who crossed his path. He attended childhood church in Ohio as well as the Christian Church Disciples of Christ in Woodland. During retirement, his faith in Jesus Christ grew tremendously.

He had many interests throughout his life. He traveled to auctions and sales to collect Vaseline glass and other antiques. Recently, he began selling glass collections with the proceeds designated for helping other people. In addition, he enjoyed bridge, overseas travel, spending time with his good friends and visiting his second home in Ohio.

His parents, Carl and Mildred Newman, and his brother, Carl Jr., preceded him in death.

He is survived by his sisters, Connie Lee Newman of Davis and Imogene Marsh Morrison and her husband Coke of Benicia; his brothers, Kenneth E. Newman and his wife Emily of Medford, Ore., and Leslie David Newman and his wife Mary Anne of Woodland; and five nieces and nephews.

Interment will be at the Greenwood Cemetery in Degraff, Ohio, where a graveside memorial will take place. A local memorial service will be held Saturday, Oct. 19, at 11 a.m. at the Christian Church Disciples of Christ, 509 College St. in Woodland.

Remembrances may be sent in his name to North Davis Elementary School Library, 555 E. 14th St., Davis, CA 95616.

(Obituary from the "The Davis Enterprise," Thursday, October 10, 2002, (Yolo County). Submitted with the permission of the "The Davis Enterprise," 315 G Street, Davis, CA 95616.)

Jane Elizabeth (Welker) Newton

Jane Elizabeth (Welker) Newton lost her fight with cancer Nov. 3, 2004, with her daughters at her side. She was 78.

A celebration of her life will begin at 4 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 28, at the Unitarian Universalist Church of Davis, 27074 Patwin Road.

Born Sept. 11, 1926, in Buffalo, N.Y., she went to school there and received her bachelor's degree in zoology from the University of Michigan at Ann Arbor and her master's degree in childhood education from the University of Chicago.

In the 1950s, she married Wallace Welker and they settled in Madison, Wis., with her two daughters being born there. While in Madison, she operated the nursery school for the Unitarian Universalist Church of Madison.

When her marriage ended, she left Wisconsin and worked for a year at UCLA in the Child Development Department.

She was then recruited by UC Davis to be the director of the Early Childhood Education Center, now called the Early Childhood Laboratory. Her innovative thinking of the time helped students to think of a child as an active participant of their own learning and not just an empty vessel to be filled with information. During her career there, she received the honor of "Teacher of the Year." She remained at UC Davis until her retirement.

Her family says she thoroughly enjoyed her retirement, filling her time with family, friends, gardening, painting, bird watching, traveling and donating her time to many local causes. She often said, "I don't know how I had the time to work."

Her travels took her to all parts of the world, but she fell in love with Alaska, where she donated her time to the Alaska State Parks Department and lived and worked there for many summers.

Her family said she was a person who loved the natural world and its creatures, both animal and human. This love inspired her to spend her life learning about and traveling within its wonders. She will be greatly missed by her family, friends, colleagues and pets.

She was preceded in death by her brothers, George and John Newsome.

She is survived by her daughters, Mara Caragher Welker and her husband Peter A. Caragher III of Willits, and Nila Welker and her husband Jeff Lieberman of Elk Grove; granddaughter Leta Garman and her husband Beda of Willits; and grandson Kale Welker Haschak of Willits.

She is further survived by her sister, Margaret McCray of Paradise.

Before her death, she asked that donations be sent to one of the following: Sierra Club, 923 12th St. in Sacramento; Unitarian Universalist Church of Davis, 27074 Patwin Road; or Planned Parenthood, 1300 E. Covell in Davis.

(Obituary from the "The Davis Enterprise," Tuesday, November 23, 2004.)

Marina Newton

Marina Newton died Thursday, Sept. 16, at Woodland Memorial Hospital at age 84.

Born April 2, 1920, Newton was a native of Russia but worked in New York City as a commercial artist within the advertising field for more than 30 years and lived in Yolo County for the past seven years.

Family members said they will fondly remember her as being an artist, gardener, cook and friend.

She is survived by a daughter, Alexandra Navrotsky of Davis.

Memorial contributions may be made in her memory to the Central California Labrador Retriever Rescue, 212 Putnam Court, Vacaville, Ca, 95687. Arrangements are under the direction of Evergreen Funeral Service of Woodland.

(Obituary from the "The Davis Enterprise," Tuesday, September 21, 2004.)

Ambrose R. Nichols, Jr.

Ambrose ''Andy'' R. Nichols Jr. died on Feb. 4, 2000, in his Santa Rose home, with his wife of 61 years, Barbara, and other loved ones at his side. Born on June 21, 1914, in Corvallis, Ore., to Ambrose and Cecil (Matthews) Nichols, he was 85.

He died, challenging the effects of Parkinson's disease, as he had lived, with dignity, humor, patience and grace. Thanks to the love of his family and friends and the support of the Santa Rosa Hospice, he was able to die in his own home.

He spent his early childhood in Corvallis, but moved with his family to San Jose in 1927, when his father became principal of San Jose Polytechnic High School. Amby attended San Jose State College, received his bachelor's degree in chemistry from UC Berkeley in 1936 and his doctorate in chemistry from the University of Wisconsin, Madison in 1939.

He met his wife, Barbara Adele Seward, at San Jose State, and they were married on Aug. 21, 1938, in Santa Barbara.

He began his career teaching chemistry at San Diego State College in 1939. During World War II, he taught radar at the Navy Radio and Sound Laboratory at Point Loma, San Diego. He worked as a research chemist in the top-secret project to develop the atomic bomb, first at the Berkeley Radiation Lab and later at the Manhattan Project in Oak Ridge, Tenn.

He had returned to San Diego State when, in 1961, he was appointed as president of the as-yet-unbuilt Sonoma State College.

As founding president, he guided Sonoma State through its infancy and nurtured its unique character among California's state colleges. By the late 1960s Nichols' egalitarian spirit and tolerance had put him at odds with the state college system's Board of Trustees. He was nearly fired in early 1970 after he upheld the disputed election of a black student body president once convicted on marijuana charges.

Nichols stepped down as president later that year, saying he felt he had lost the trustees' confidence. He blamed himself for not explaining the university more clearly to the trustees and others in the community. His integrity, humility, kindness and humor made him beloved by students and faculty alike.

He accepted a position as professor in the school's chemistry department, where he taught from 1970 to 1976. In 1976, the trustees, in a highly unusual move, named a three-story classroom building at Sonoma State Ambrose R. Nichols Jr. Hall. And in 1983, Nichols was honored again by trustees, who named him president emeritus, the first such honor in the 19-campus system.

During his last years of teaching, Nichols also served as president of the Santa Rosa Symphony Association Board from 1973 to 1976. Upon retirement, he became active in Elderhostel, bringing the program to Northern California, and serving as the Northern California director from 1977 to 1987.

He continued to be a staunch supporter of the university, active in fund-raising and in other events. He and his wife sponsored a scholarship awarded each year to an outstanding student leader and hosted the Nichols Founder's Society, whose members leave money to the university in their estate plans.

Amby and Barbara planned to move to the University Retirement Community in Davis in June.

He was preceded in death by his brother, Ward Matthews Nichols.

He is survived by his wife, Barbara; his two daughters, Deborah Nichols Poulos of Davis and her husband John W. Poulos, and Eleanor Nichols of Cotati; his son, David S. Nichols of Portland, Ore.; his sister, Louise Nichols Castle of Visalia; two grandchildren, Matthew Taggart of Sacramento and Kelly Taggart of San Francisco; two nephews, Richard Nichols of Placerville and Nick Castle of Fresno; a niece, Carol Castle Seastrom of Visalia; and their spouses, children, grandchildren and other family members.

The family has requested that memorial donations be given to the fund for the SSU Center for the Musical Arts. Information is available by calling (707) 664-1712.

A memorial service to celebrate his life will be held Saturday, Feb. 26, at 3 p.m. at the Evert Person Theater at Sonoma State, with a gathering to follow at the Commons.

(Obituary from the "The Davis Enterprise," for the week of Feb. 13, 2000, (Yolo County). Submitted with the permission of the "The Davis Enterprise," 315 G Street, Davis, CA 95616.)

Barbara Adele (Seward) Nichols

Barbara Adele (Seward) Nichols died peacefully, with family and friends at her bedside, on Feb. 8, 2006, at University Retirement Community in Davis. She was 92 years old. A celebration of her life will be held at Sonoma State University in late April.

She was an only child, born in Santa Barbara, on Oct. 29, 1913. Her parents were Ruth Vogel Seward and Walter J. Seward. Her mother was also born in Santa Barbara. As a young child, Barbara was cared for by her maternal grandmother, Anna Flynn, while her mother worked in a downtown department store.

As a young girl, Barbara began her lifelong love of reading and music. She was a regular patron of the library, with a special love of poetry and the classics. She took piano lessons for eight years.

Although she played mostly for her own enjoyment, she spoke of one very special musical experience.

While at Lake Arrowhead with her parents in 1928, she was practicing at the lodge piano when Vladimir Horowitz walked in. He invited her and her parents to his cottage where he was preparing for his Los Angeles concert debut. She sat with him on the bench of his grand piano and they played a duet together.

She attended Santa Barbara public schools, graduating from Santa Barbara High School in 1931. She attended Santa Barbara State College, receiving a bachelor’s degree in English in 1935, and an elementary teaching credential in 1936. During her junior year at San Jose State she met her future husband, Ambrose R. Nichols Jr. (Amby). They were engaged on New Year’s Eve 1936.

Amby had already moved to Madison, Wis., to work on his doctorate in chemistry after his graduation from UC Berkeley. For the next two years they conducted their courtship mostly by mail, while Barbara taught fourth grade in Fontana.

Amby and Barbara were married in Santa Barbara on Aug. 21, 1938.

Barbara was a stay-at-home wife and mother, a role in which she developed her skills in all the home arts, especially cooking, and as chief executive officer of the Nichols family. While Amby pursued his career as a chemistry professor, research chemist, college president and Elderhostel director, Barbara was always at his side as social coordinator and gracious hostess.

Barbara moved to URC after Amby’s death in 2000. After 62 years of marriage, she was on her own for the first time. She rose to the challenge; forging her own way and making new friends. She was as proud of her lovely URC apartment as she had been of her previous homes. She was proud, too, to be able to live independently until this past June, when a hip fracture restricted her to the URC skilled nursing unit.

Overcoming her own shyness and reserve, she went out of her way to draw out the quiet and engage the reticent. Throughout her life she was independent and optimistic. She kept up on current events and was an avid reader.

Barbara had a keen and lively interest in music and the arts. Along with her husband, she was an active supporter of the Santa Rosa Symphony for nearly 40 years. She was also a member of AAUW; PEO, Chapters JO and SE; the Santa Rosa Community Concert Association; the Symphony League; and the Sonoma State University Friends of the Library. After moving to Davis she regularly attended Mondavi Center programs.

Barbara also loved travel. She and Amby took multiple trips throughout the United States, to several Canadian provinces, and in later years abroad to Western and Central Europe, Egypt and Japan.

Her friends and family knew Barbara to be exceedingly generous in her appreciation of others. She said, “I like to hold my friends forever.” She was quick-witted; her verve and sense of humor often sparking outrageous observation and commentary. These qualities remained active until the day before her death. She had a capacity for love and care that always had room for more.

Barbara is survived by her children, David S. Nichols of Portland, Ore., Deborah Nichols Poulos and her husband John of Davis, and Eleanor Nichols of Cotati; grandchildren, Matt Taggart of Los Angeles and Kelly Taggart and her husband Andrew Scavullo of San Francisco; and a great-granddaughter, Samantha Kate of Los Angeles.

The family requests that any memorial contributions be sent to the Green Music Center at Sonoma State University or to Yolo County Hospice.

(Obituary from the "The Davis Enterprise," Tuesday, February 14, 2006.)

Barbara S. Nichols

A celebration of the life of Barbara S. Nichols will take place at 2 p.m. Saturday, April 22, in Warren Auditorium of Ives Hall at Sonoma State University. A map is available at the SSU Web site: www.sonoma.edu.

She died on Feb. 8, 2006, at University Retirement Community in Davis, at the age of 92.

She is survived by her children, David S. Nichols of Portland, Ore., Deborah Nichols Poulos and her husband John of Davis, and Eleanor Nichols of Cotati; grandchildren, Matt Taggart of Los Angeles and Kelly Taggart and her husband Andrew Scavullo of San Francisco; and a great-granddaughter, Samantha Kate of Los Angeles.

The family requests that any memorial contributions be sent to the Green Music Center at Sonoma State University or to Yolo County Hospice.

(Obituary from the "The Davis Enterprise," Friday, April 7, 2006.)

Joe Nichols

Joe Nichols of Redding died at his residence Tuesday, June 21, at age 68.

Mr. Nichols was born Jan. 18, 1937 in Sacramento. He was a teacher in sales/retails and moved to Shasta County from Woodland in 1999. He was also affiliated with the Army, Lauderbacks, Northern Free Trappers and Neighborhood Church in Redding.

Survivors include Mr. Nichols' wife, Susan Nichols and his son, Kenneth Nichols, both of Redding; his daughter, Marcia Pope, and his brother, Robin Nichols, both of Chico; his sister, Jane Brumley, of Gridley; and three grandchildren.

Services: A memorial service is scheduled for Monday, June 27 at 10:30 a.m. at Neighborhood Church, 777 Loma Vista Dr. in Redding, with Pastor Don Claspill officiating.

McDonald's Chapel in Redding is assisting the family with arrangements.

(Obituary from the Woodland "Daily Democrat," Sunday, June 26, 2005.)

Lucille Georgia Nichols

Lucille Georgia Nichols died Dec. 2, 2004, at Courtyard Health Care in Davis. She was 98.

Friends are invited to a funeral at 2 p.m. Wednesday at the Davis Funeral Chapel, 116 D St. Burial will follow at the Davis Cemetery, 820 Pole Line Road.

Born March 15, 1906, in Beersheba Springs, Tenn., she was a Davis resident for 55 years.

She was a member of the Davis Community Church, Rebekah Lodge No. 253, and was a "Pink Lady" at Sutter Davis Hospital. She worked for many years as a sales clerk at Quessenberry Drug Store in Davis.

She was preceded in death by her husbands, Ellsworth Nelson and Toby Nichols; her son, Charles; her daughter, Shirley; and three sisters.

She is survived by two sons, Ronald Nelson of Granite Bay and Roger Nelson of Fresno; and many grandchildren, nieces, nephews and friends.

(Obituary from the "The Davis Enterprise," Monday, December 6, 2004.)

Purl Andrew "Andy" Nichols

Purl Andrew "Andy" Nichols a long time Woodland resident passed away peacefully with his family after a long illness. His passion included attending his Senior Men's Sunday School Class, his family and grandchildren and great-grandchildren, as well as, his flower garden. He was an outstanding husband to his wife of 59 years and a loving father, grandfather, brother and uncle. Andrew worked in a variety of jobs over the years before he settled in with the California Department of General Services - Buildings and Grounds where he retired in 1988 after 22 years of service. Andrew is preceded in death by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Joe Nichols of Woodland. Brother Vernon Nichols of North Highlands and grandson Robert Michael Davis of Fontana, Ca. He is survived by his wife, Ivis Nichols. Daughter, Andrea Jo and husband Wayne Branham of Rogers, Arkansas. Daughter, Pamela and husband George Novak of Sacramento and son, Anthony and wife Marie Nichols of Woodland. Brother, Clarence and wife Virginia Nichols of Woodland and brother Jody and wife Ann Nichols of Roseburg, Oregon and sister-in-law Agnes (Vickie) Nichols of North Highlands. He is also survived by 11 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews who he loved with a passion.

Services will be held on Thursday, Oct. 30, at 11 a.m. at Woodland United Fellowship, 240 North West St., Woodland, Ca. Interment will follow at Monument Hill Memorial Park in Woodland. Family asks in lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be sent to Woodland Christian School.

McNary's Chapel of Woodland is assisting the family with arrangements.

(A photograph of Mr. Nichols is included with this obituary.)

(Obituary from the Woodland "Daily Democrat," Wednesday, October 29, 2003.)

Audrey Nicholson

Audrey Nicholson passed away on Saturday, Oct. 30, 2004, surrounded by her family. Born on Oct. 4, 1921, she was 83 years old.

Born and raised in Vacaville, she married Miles Nicholson and moved to Davis in 1940. They resided there from 1941 to 1969. In 1969 they purchased their ranch in Winters, where they have lived since. Mrs. Nicholson was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, who always put family first and doted on her children. Her greatest joy was cooking dinners for her friends and family. Her table overflowed with food and love. Her home was a gathering place where everyone was welcome and everyone wanted to be. Her kindness, warmth and generosity will never be forgotten.

She was a member of the Saturday Club and Eastern Star.

She is survived by her husband of 65 years, Miles; children Kay and Tom Towne, of Vacaville, Tom and Debbie Nicholson, of Winters, Susie and Tom Jones, of Oakhurst and Jon and Caroline Nicholson, of Winters; grandchildren Kim, Mitch, Jennifer, Wayde, Sally, Henry, Lila, Amanda, Jacob, Emma and William; also eight great-grandchildren and numerous extended family members and good friends.

Services will be held on Thursday, Nov. 4, at 10 a.m. in Vaca Hills Chapel. Retired pastor Stanley Brown will officiate. The burial will be at Vacaville-Elmira Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made in her name to the Yolo Hospice or American Cancer Society. Vaca Hills Chapel Funeral Home is assisting with the arrangements.

Obituary from the "Winters Express," Thursday, November 4, 2004.)

Barbara Jean Nickel

Barbara Jean Nickel died Wednesday, Feb. 18, 2004, at age 77.

Born Nov. 2, 1926, in Iowa, Mrs. Nickel had been a Yolo County resident for 20 years.

Survivors include her husband, Red Nickel of Woodland; sister, Pat Lazer and husband Alan; children, Sandra Ottarson, Richard and Cathy Peterson, Charles Peterson of Woodland, Richard and JoAnn Gray of Lincoln, Brian and Debbie Eads of Littleton, Colo., Bill and Arlene Nickel of Woodland and Gary and Noma Spencer of Willows; grandchildren, John and Stachia, Mike and Sue Smith, Max and Sandy Craig, Robert and Effie Craig, Les and Denise Robinson, Annie Ottarson, John and Terase Peterson, James and Alisa Peterson, Jeff Peterson, D.J. Perry, all of Woodland, Joe and Tina Kelly of Lincoln, Larry and Regina Liggons of Clarkton, Mo., Bobbie Eads and Brian Eads Jr. of Littleton, Colo. and Billy Jo Madderra; 31 great-grandchildren; and seven great-great-grandchildren.

Services: Respecting the wishes of Mrs. Nickel no services were held.

(Obituary from the Woodland "Daily Democrat," Friday, March 19, 2004.)

Cornelius C. "Red" Nickel (1st of 2 obits.)

Red, 88, passed away on Monday, July 4 in Woodland.

He was born Jan. 31, 1917 in Saskatchewan, Canada near the town of Borden to Cornelius A. and Kathie Nickel. In 1923 the family moved to Gladwin, Mich. for a few years and in 1926 they moved to California and settled in the small community of Capay, northeast of Orland. In 1942 he enlisted in the Air Force. His classification was Mechanic. He spent his enlistment time in Casper, Wyo. where he met and married Viola Johnston. They were transferred to Hayes, Kan. for a short time. While enlisted, he worked on B-17s, B-24s, and B-29s until he was Honorably Discharged in 1945. They then moved back to the Capay area until 1949 when they purchased a small dairy in the Bayliss area northeast of Willows. While operating the dairy he also worked full-time for a local farmer.

In 1965 Red married Barbara Peterson and they resided in Glenn until they moved to Woodland where they became apartment managers and were sent to various cities in California and Arizona. They eventually returned to Woodland where they continued managing apartments until their retirement in 1991.

During retirement, his hobbies were, in his words, "fishing, fishing and more fishing." He took great pride in his vegetable garden between "CASTS"!!! He also enjoyed gatherings with family and friends where he would share his life's experiences in his own unique manner.

He is survived by his three sisters, Tina Prieheim and Mary Landess of Chico; Sue Bennett of Redding; children, Norma Spence of Willows; William "Bill" Nickel, Sandy Otterson, Dick Peterson and Debbie Eads of Woodland; Jo Ann Gray and Chuck Peterson of Lincoln; and many nieces, nephews, grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents; three brothers, Harold, Abe and Jake Nickel; and wife Barbara.

Graveside services will be held Saturday, July 23, 2005 at 11 a.m. at the Masonic Cemetery just north of Orland. The Nightingale-Gilmore Funeral Chapel of Sacramento is assisting the family with arrangements.

(Obituary from the Woodland "Daily Democrat," Friday, July 15, 2005.)

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Cornelius C. "Red" Nickel (2nd of 2 obits)

Cornelius C. "Red" Nickel died in Woodland Monday, July 4 at age 88.

Mr. Nickel was born Jan. 31, 1917 in Saskatchewan, Canada near the town of Borden to Cornelius A. and Kathie Nickel. In 1942 he enlisted in the U.S. Army Air Forces as a mechanic. He served in Casper, Wyo. and later in Hayes, Kan. While enlisted, he worked on B-17s, B-24s, and B-29s until he was Honorably Discharged in 1945. After the war he operated a small dairy in the Bayliss area northeast of Willows and worked full-time for a local farmer. After moving to Woodland he became an apartment manager working in various cities in California and Arizona. He eventually returned to Woodland where he continued managing apartments until retiring in 1991.

Survivors include Mr. Nickel's children, Norma Spence of Willows; William "Bill" Nickel, Sandy Otterson, Dick Peterson and Debbie Eads of Woodland; Jo Ann Gray and Chuck Peterson of Lincoln; many grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren; his sisters, Tina Prieheim and Mary Landess of Chico; Sue Bennett of Redding; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his wife Barbara; his parents; and his brothers, Harold, Abe and Jake Nickel.

Services: Graveside services are scheduled for 11 a.m. Saturday, July 23 at the Masonic Cemetery just north of Orland. The Nightingale-Gilmore Funeral Chapel of Sacramento is assisting the family with arrangements.

(Obituary from the Woodland "Daily Democrat," Saturday, July 16, 2005.)

Denis G. Nickel

Denis G. Nickel died May 5, 2001, in Davis. He was 56.

A native of Marinette, Wis., he worked as a resource conservationist in national resource management for the U.S. Department of Agriculture for more than 34 years. He was a 1967 graduate of Cal State Humboldt, where he received a degree in wildlife management.

He is survived by his wife of 35 years, Sandi Nickel of Davis; children, Wendy Hardina and her husband Shawn of Santa Rosa, Warren "Nick" Nickel of Santa Rosa and Amy Nickel of Davis; his brother, Mark Nickel and his wife Kathleen of Roseburg, Ore.; sister, Sharon Bingham and her husband Lowell of Troutdale, Ore; grandchildren, Emma Hardina, McKenna Nickel-Sterngold and Morgan Nickel-Sterngold; and nephews and nieces, Shannon, Matthew, Tyler, Kerbi, Jason, Shawn, Naomi, Aaron.

A funeral mass will be held Friday at 10 a.m. at St. Eugene's Cathedral in Santa Rosa. Interment will be private.

Those wishing to make contributions may do so to the National Arbor Society, 100 Arbor Ave., Nebraska City, NE, 68410 or to PanCan Pancreatic Cancer Research, P.O. Box 1010, Torrance, CA 90505.

Arrangements are under the direction of Eggen and Lance Mortuary in Santa Rosa.

(Obituary from the "The Davis Enterprise," Thursday, May 10, 2001, (Yolo County). Submitted with the permission of the "The Davis Enterprise," 315 G Street, Davis, CA 95616.)

Donnie Walton Nickens

Donnie Walton Nickens died at Cottonwood Healthcare Saturday, Aug. 6 at age 60.

Mr. Nickens was born in Texas Oct. 19, 1944. He had been a Yolo County resident for 20 years. For 20 years he worked as a painter.

Mr. Nickens is survived by two daughters and one son, all of Texas.

Services: Respecting the wishes of Mr. Nickens, no services are scheduled. North Sacramento Funeral Home assisted the family with arrangements.

(Obituary from the Woodland "Daily Democrat," Tuesday, September 13, 2005.)

Minnie Esther Richey Niederost

Services for Minnie Niederost

Rosary will be recited for Minnie Esther Richey Niederost tonight at 6 p.m. at the Land Park Chapel of the Harry A. Nauman & Son Funeral Home, 4041 Freeport Boulevard, Sacramento. A Mass of Christian Burial will be said at St. Anthony's Catholic Church in Winters, Friday, July 8, at 2 p.m. Interment will follow in the Winters Cemetery.

Mrs. Niederost was born in Winters, March 7, 1920, and died in Sacramento, Monday, July 4, at the age of 68 years. She received her early education in Winters and was a graduate of Winters High School. She was employed as an accountant for the State Department of Education for over 25 years.

She is survived by a daughter, Judith A. Hassler of Sacramento; sisters, Pauline Lyman of Oregon, and Myrtle Wolf of Berkeley; brothers, Veachel Richey of Arroyo Grande, Hampton Richey of Fremont, Carl Richey of Diamond Springs, several nieces and nephews, and a dear friend, Gregory Georges of Sacramento. A sister, Doreen Morris and a brother, Ceril Richey preceded her in death.

The family prefers that memorials be contributions to the Mercy Cardiac Rehabilitation Program, 4001 J Street, Sacramento, CA 95819.

(Obituary from the "Winters Express," Thursday, July 7, 1988, (Yolo County). Submitted with the permission of the "Winters Express," 312 Railroad Ave., Winters, CA 95694.)

Reta Stotts Niehaus

Reta Stotts Niehaus of Medford, Ore. passed away Nov. 9. Born in Buffalo, N.Y. Nov. 16, 1920, she moved to California in 1946 with her husband, Robert Stotts, who preceded her in death in 1972. Reta married Harry Niehaus in 1975; he preceded her in death in 2003.

Trustee and longtime member of St. Johns Church; charter member Elks Emblem Club; 35-year member and past president of Woodland Business & Professional Women's Club. She was a volunteer with the Community CareCar, and Senior Center. Office manager at Motroni-Heard Lumber Co. for many years.

In Medford, Ore., Reta was a Providence Hospital Guild volunteer. She spent many hours playing pinochle at her residence at the Fountain Plaza Active Retirement Community, and the local Senior Center. In her 1 1/2 years in Medford she made many friends and spent hours doing her favorite activity - shopping with her daughter.

Survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Judi and Denis Edwards; son, Davis Stotts and partner Rita Brunelli; granddaughter, Shelley Marston and fiance Jamie Raley; grandson, Ryan Stotts and stepgrandson, Dale Edwards and wife Christina.

The family requests that memorials in Reta's name be directed to St. Johns Church or to the Woodland Senior Center.

(Obituary from the Woodland "Daily Democrat," Tuesday, November 16, 2004.)

Eugene Francis Nielsen

Eugene Francis Nielsen died at Alderson Convalescent Hospital in Woodland Tuesday, July 12 at age 82.

Mr. Nielsen was born Jan. 26, 1923 in San Francisco to Milton and Angelina (Favorita) Nielsen. He had been a Yolo County resident for five years. He attended local schools in San Francisco. After high school he served in the U.S. Navy during World War II from 1943 to 1946. After the war he began his career with the City of San Francisco Fire Department in 1947 until his retirement in 1977, reaching the rank of Battalion Chief. He was a member of the San Francisco Firefighters Association and SIRS.

Survivors include Mr. Nielsen's wife of 58 years, Dorothy Nielsen of Woodland; his daughters, Lisa Johnson of San Ramon, Holly Tenge of Sacramento and Rebecca Metling of Pacifica; his sons, Matthew and Brian Nielsen of Manteca; 11 grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and his sister, Ellen Albertson of Fairfield. He was preceded in death by his children, Linda Grimaud and Anthony Nielsen.

The family requests memorials in Mr. Nielsen's name be directed to American Heart Association, 1710 Gilbreth Road, Burlingame, 94010.

Services: A memorial service is scheduled for 11 a.m. Saturday, July 16 at St. Catherine's of Sienna in Burlingame. Evergreen Funeral Service of Woodland is assisting the family with arrangements.

(Obituary from the Woodland "Daily Democrat," Wednesday, July 13, 2005.)

Belisario Nieto

Belisario Nieto died at his home in Woodland Friday, July 15 at age 76.

Mr. Nieto was born Jan. 1, 1929 in Chihuahua, Mexico to Anastacio and Maria (Morales) Nieto. He had been a Yolo County resident for 35 years. He worked within the agriculture industry in Yolo County as a laborer for more than 30 years.

Survivors include Mr. Nieto's daughters, Bertha Delgado, Miriam Tovar both of Woodland, Griselda Zigala of Juarez, Mexico; his sons, Ernie, David and Steve Nieto all of Woodland and Alfredo Nieto of Juarez, Mexico; 19 grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; and his mother, Maria Nieto Morales of Woodland. He was preceded in death by his father, Anastacio Nieto.

The family requests memorials in Mr. Nieto's name be directed to Yolo Hospice, P.O. Box 1014, Davis, 95617.

Services: Respecting the wishes of Mr. Nieto, private family visitation is scheduled at Evergreen Funeral Chapel. Evergreen Funeral Service of Woodland is assisting the family with arrangements.

(Obituary from the Woodland "Daily Democrat," Sunday, July 17, 2005.)

Juanita Ann "Sis" Niles

Juanita Ann "Sis" Niles died at Woodland Memorial Hospital on Tuesday, Jan. 3 at age 74.

Mrs. Niles was born Feb. 5, 1931 in Oklahoma to Cherokee Indian descendants. She lived most of her life in Yolo County.

Survivors include Mrs. Niles' daughter, Kay; two grandchildren; two great-grandsons; and 13 brothers and sisters. She was preceded in death by her husband, Lee Niles and her son, Kenneth Alan Moore.

Services: Respecting the wishes of Mrs. Niles, no formal services will be held. The family will host a celebration of her life on Saturday, March 18. Call 662-8509 for place and time. North Sacramento Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.

(Obituary from the Woodland "Daily Democrat," Friday, January 13, 2006.)

Leon Laverne Niles

Leon Laverne Niles died at Woodland Memorial Hospital on Saturday, Sept. 4 at age 80.

Mr. Niles was born June 5, 1924 in Saganaw (Saginaw), Mich. and had been a Yolo County resident for 45 years. He served in the U.S. Navy during World War II and later worked as a laborer and then as range master at the Yolo Sportsman Club before retiring.

Survivors include Mr. Niles' wife Juanita Niles and stepchildren Kay Meunch and Kenny Moore.

Services: No services are scheduled. Inurnment will be at San Joaquin National Cemetery in Gustine. North Sacramento Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.

(Obituary from the Woodland "Daily Democrat," Tuesday, September 14, 2004.)

Annie Nilsson

Annie Nilsson died in Davis on April 5, 2004. She was 99 years old.

Born in Birkenhead, England, on Oct. 12,1904, she enjoyed a life that was rich in family, friends, Sierra mountaineering, natural history, world travel and current events, her family said.

A life member of the Sierra Club, she was also a member of the Save the Redwoods League, The Nature Conservancy, The Committee to Save Mono Lake and the UC Berkeley Alumni Association.

She was preceded in death by her husband Einar, with whom she lived in the East Bay and Carmel.

She is survived by her daughter, Cece Walrond of Placerville; granddaughter, Gail Schwarzgruber of Woodland; grandson, Robert N. Walrond of Brentwood; five great-grandchildren; and five nieces, one nephew and their extended families.

No services are planned at this time.

Remembrances may be made to a charity of the donor's choice, or to Yolo Hospice, P.O. Box 1014, Davis, CA 95617.

(Obituary from the "The Davis Enterprise," Friday, April 16, 2004.)

Oscar P. Nino

Oscar P. Nino died at his home in Woodland on Saturday, Sept. 11, 2004 at age 47.

Mr. Nino was born in Woodland on Nov. 16, 1956 and had been a Yolo County resident all his life. He was a graduate of Woodland High School and had been employed by Greengate School in Woodland.

Survivors include Mr. Nino's parents Juan and Otilia Nino of Woodland, uncle Oliverio Paniagua and family of Zacatecas, Mexico, aunts Celia Morales and family of Mexico City, Irene Dias and family of Zacatecas, Mexico, Chavela Nino and family and Consuelo Fernandez and family all of Woodland, and sister-in-law Norma Nino of Sacramento. He was preceded in death by his brother Gustavo P. Nino, grandmother Manuela P. Lozano and aunt Estella Obregon.

The family requests memorials in Mr. Nino's name be directed to Kaiser Permanente Hospice Program, 2025 Morse Avenue, Sacramento 95825.

Services: A vigil was held Thursday, Sept. 16 at Holy Rosary Church, 301 Walnut St., Woodland. A funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10 a.m., today, Friday, at Holy Rosary Church. Interment will be at Monument Hill Cemetery. McNary's Chapel of Woodland is assisting the family with arrangements.

(Obituary from the Woodland "Daily Democrat," September 18, 2004.)

Lily Rainbow Jasmine Nisen

Lily Rainbow Jasmine Nisen died in San Diego on May 31, 2004. She was 19.

Born on Jan. 27, 1985, in Berkeley, Lily and her mom Annie Nisen moved to Davis in time for Lily to start kindergarten. Lily attended West Davis Elementary, North Davis Elementary and the GATE program at Valley Oak. She then went on to Holmes Junior High School, and graduated from Davis High School in June 2003. Lily moved to San Diego to attend San Diego State University in the fall of 2003.

"Lily was a wonderfully energetic and skillful soccer player for 13 years," her family says. "She played AYSO and DYSL Metro. She was a vital team member of Shango. She eventually grew to become 6 feet tall, much to her delight."

"With her long legs, she was truly a wonder to see on the soccer field, taking the ball down the field, showing the ultimate of teamwork with her fellow soccer players," her family says. "Her corner kicks are legendary. Any coach was excited to have Lily on their team."

Lily gave her all during every soccer game and practice. She looked forward to participating in the Carson City Soccer tournaments, Concord and Pleasant Hill tournaments, as well as the World Cup Tournament held in Davis every Memorial Day weekend.

She was murdered in San Diego over World Cup Memorial Day weekend this year.

By age 2, Lily was an exuberant swimmer, fearlessly jumping off the diving board. Later, she participated in Davis Aquadarts. She always loved swimming in the Pacific Ocean, her family says, and this was one of the main reasons she chose to attend college in San Diego.

She enjoyed taking clay classes at the Davis Art Center as a young child, and won the grand prize four years in a row in the Yolo County Water Conservation Poster Contest. She was a gifted artist and cartoonist. Her colorful drawings were animated and packed with clear and direct visuals for keeping our water pure.

She won tickets to Marine World every year as the grand prize winner in this contest, and she took her mom to the Vallejo amusement park as a special treat every year. She also won many prizes for coloring contests throughout Davis, including several years in The Davis Enterprise Christmas Holiday Coloring Contest. Lily was planning to obtain a art and graphic design degree.

She participated in "The Davis Children's Nutcracker" four years in a row, starting at age 6, performing as a Gumdrop, Cat, White Bear and Chinese Dancer. Before discovering soccer, she was a ballerina and performed in "Alice in Wonderland" at the Julia Morgan Center in Berkeley at age 4.

In Davis, she took ballet lessons from Lisa Applegate.

She had a strong, creative and independent spirit, her family says. She loved life, and she loved being tall. She was enjoying her independence and would call her mom frequently from San Diego, describing how beautiful the Pacific Ocean looked on specific days.

"Lily had a great sense of humor, and was extraordinarily imaginative and creative. The town of Davis mourns Lily's needless passing," her family says.

A celebration of Lily Nisen's life will begin at 1 p.m. Saturday at the Veterans' Memorial Theater, 203 E. 14th St. Her friends are making a scrapbook of memories for her mom. Friends and acquaintances are invited to write a memory on one-sided paper appropriate for including in the scrapbook, and bring it to the memorial service. Memories also can be mailed to Suzanne Plant, 803 Kestrel Place, Davis, CA 95616.

A potluck reception of light foods will be held immediately following the celebration at the AYSO building northeast of the Veterans' Memorial Theater (between the theater, library, and park). Those attending are asked to bring small paper plates and utensils. Food can be dropped off before the ceremony.

In keeping with Lily's love of soccer, a pickup game may occur following the reception. Players should feel free to wear soccer clothes to the memorial service, if desired.

Remembrances in Lily's name can be made to Davis AYSO (with "The Lily Nisen Memorial Fund" written in the memo), P. O. Box 1602, Davis, CA 95617, or The Sexual Assault and Domestic Violence Center, 933 Court St., Woodland, CA 95695.

Donations to the AYSO will be used to fund an educational scholarship in Lily's name, and replenish the general AYSO scholarship fund.

(Obituary from the "The Davis Enterprise," Sunday, July 4, 2004.)

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Lily Rainbow Jasmine Nisen (memorial service)

A memorial service will begin at 12:30 p.m. Saturday for Lily Rainbow Jasmine Nisen, who was killed in San Diego May 31, 2004 at age 19. The service is at Unitarian Universalist Church of Davis, 27074 Patwin Road, and will feature a film tribute to her life.

Born Jan. 27, 1985, in Berkeley, she moved to Davis in time for her to start kindergarten. She attended West Davis Elementary, North Davis Elementary and the GATE program at Valley Oak. She then went on to Holmes Junior High School, and graduated from Davis High School in June 2003. She was a member of the Yolo County Church of Religious Science.

(Obituary from the "The Davis Enterprise," during the week of December 13, 2004.)

Sadae Nishi

Sadae Nishi of Davis died of pneumonia on April 3, 2002, at the UC Davis Medical Center in Sacramento. She was 95.

She was born on March 20, 1907, in Taiji, Japan, and immigrated to California after completing high school. After marrying, she lived and worked most of her life in Los Angeles. She came to Davis in 1997 to live with her daughter and son-in-law, Helen and Eugene Tashima.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Yutaka Nishi of Los Angeles, in 1991.

She is survived by her daughters, Lillian Kawashima of Los Angeles, Mary Harkness and her husband Don of Madison, Wis., and Helen Tashima and her husband Eugene of Davis. She is also survived by grandson David Tashima of San Francisco, six other grandchildren, and 10 great-grandchildren.

A memorial service will take place on April 20 at the Japanese Holiness Church in Los Angeles.

(Obituary from the "The Davis Enterprise," Friday, April 5, 2002, (Yolo County). Submitted with the permission of the "The Davis Enterprise," 315 G Street, Davis, CA 95616.)

Donald K. Nolte

Donald K. Nolte died Aug. 12, 2001, in Davis.

Nolte was born on Dec. 11, 1910, in Franklin County, Iowa. He graduated from Iowa State College in Ames, Iowa. He served in the U.S. Army, in finance, during World War II. He was a retired accountant-controller-treasurer from Engineers Limited Pipeline of San Francisco. His hobbies were world travel, gardening, the stock market and sports.

He was a member of the Davis Methodist Church, the Free and Accepted Masons of California, B.P.O. Elks Lodge #2026, the Ridge Runners Square Dance Club, the Sons of Retirement, the Paradise Symphony Society and the Paradise Community Concert Association.

He is survived by his wife of 46 years, Doris M. Nolte; his nephews Bob Nolte of Los Altos, Tim Nolte of Edwards, Jim Nolte of Modesto and John Nolte of Lodi; as well as many more relatives and friends.

A memorial service will begin at 2:30 p.m. Monday at the Davis Methodist Church, 1620 Anderson Road in Davis. Burial will be private. In lieu of flowers, a donation may be made to the Shriner's Childrens Hospital, Sacramento, or the Davis Methodist Church Building Fund.

(Obituary from the "The Davis Enterprise," Friday, August 17, 2001, (Yolo County). Submitted with the permission of the "The Davis Enterprise," 315 G Street, Davis, CA 95616.)

Dora Jan Noble

Dora Jan Noble died Sunday, Aug. 25, 2002, of a pulmonary embolism at Woodland Memorial Hospital. She was 64 years old.

Mrs. Noble had been a resident of Yolo County for the past 39 years.

She was born in Marysville on Feb. 18, 1938., and was a graduate of George Washington High School in San Francisco. She worked as a police dispatcher for the city of Woodland from 1974 to 1979, and then served as the Woodland Finance Department's general services manager from 1979 to 1989. Most recently she worked from 1998 to present at Woodland Healthcare.

She was a past captain of the Davis Women's Golf Club, past captain of the Yolo Fliers Club Niners, was a member and past captain of the Yolo Fliers Club 18ers, was an award-winning quilter, and a member of the Woodland Sew-N-Sew Quilt Group. She also enjoyed growing African violets and was an avid pinochle and cribbage player.

Mrs. Noble is survived by her husband Jim Noble of Woodland, son, Chuck Spirk and his wife Elizabeth of Susanville; daughter, Laura Souza and her husband Frank of Sacramento; son, Steve Spirk and his wife Dayln of Boise, Idaho; stepdaughters, Betsy Noble and Laurie Noble, both of Woodland; and stepson, Patrick Noble and his wife Eloise of Layton, Utah. She is also survived by a sister, Debra Holst of Woodland; sister-in-law, Linda Holst of Santa Rosa, nine grandchildren, one great-granddaughter and numerous nieces and nephews.

A remembrance gather for family and friends is scheduled at 1 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 26, at the Woodland Elks Lodge on Bush Street.

Memorials may be sent to a charity of the donor's choice.

Arrangements are under the direction McNary's Funeral Home of Woodland.

(Obituary from the "The Daily Democrat," Wednesday, August 28, 2002, (Woodland, Yolo County, California). Submitted with the permission of the "The Daily Democrat," 711 Main St., Woodland, CA 95695.)

Thelma Nordskog

Thelma Nordskog died on March 2, 2003 at Vintage Estates, 501 Jessie Ave., in Sacramento. She was 91 years old.

She was born April 1, 1912, in Bronx, N.Y. She spent her career as a special education teacher in the United States and Australia. She was a resident of Yolo County for 13 years.

She was known and loved throughout the Vintage Estates community. She enjoyed reading and loved to learn.

She is survived by several cousins in the New York area.

Funeral services will be held at the Davis Funeral Chapel, 166 D St. in Davis with burial to follow at the Davis Cemetery, 820 Pole Line Road in Davis.

(Obituary from the "The Davis Enterprise," Tuesday, Sunday, March 16, 2003.)

Alan M. Norman

A funeral for Alan M. Norman, 24, of Winters, was held at 4 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 6, at McCune Garden Chapel.

Pastor Martin Blanton of Vacaville Bible Church and Pastor Robert Gonzales Jr. officiated. Burial will be at a later date.

Mr. Norman died Sept. 24, 2000, in Winters.

Born Dec. 4, 1965, in San Francisco, he lived in Winters for 22 years. He attended elementary school in Vacaville, graduated from Winters High School in 1984 and worked as a local truck driver for Meeks.

Mr. Norman was a loyal Raiders fan, loved hunting for dove and deer and playing golf.

Mr. Norman is survived by his parents, Holly and Melvin of Coolidge, Texas; sister and brother-in-law, Sharyl and David Chapman of Craig, Colorado; sister, Jennifer of Vacaville; daughter, Laura Jean of Minco, Oklahoma; stepson, Justin Hadley of Winters; maternal grandfather, Eugene Cromwell of Fairfield; paternal grandparents, Jeff "M.C." and Thema of Vacaville; numerous aunts, uncles and cousins.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that contributions be made to the donor's favorite charity.

(Obituary from the "Winters Express," Thursday, October 12, 2000, (Yolo County). Submitted with the permission of the "Winters Express," 312 Railroad Ave., Winters, CA 95694.)

Wife and Son (Eddie Northcutt) of H. C. Northcutt (death notice in 1890)

Doubly Bereft

H.C. Northcutt has drank of the cup of sorrow, deeply of late, and in affliction has the keenest sympathy of all. A little over four weeks ago he was called upon to mourn the death of his wife, who had been a faithful, loving helpmeet to him, and last week the hand of death was laid upon him, and he was called upon to give up his youngest child. Little Eddie was a bright, manly little fellow, and his death, following so closely upon that of his mother, has left Mr. Northcutt doubly bereft.

(Obituary from the "Winters Express," Saturday, August 16, 1890 (Yolo County). Submitted with the permission of the "Winters Express," 312 Railroad Ave., Winters, CA 95694.)

Alma Fredricka Nusz

Alma Fredricka Nusz died in her Knights Landing home Saturday, Aug. 30, 2003, at age 87.

Born Aug. 29, 1916, on the family farm at home near Mound City, South Dakota. She was a farmer's wife who enjoyed her animals and birds, plants and family.

Mrs. Nusz is survived by her daughter, Frances Mitchell and husband Alvin of Woodland; and granddaughters, Cheryl Mitchell and husband Leonard Curnutt, also of Woodland, and Francine Moore and husband Elvin Manuel of Dunnigan.

She is also survived by her great-grandchildren, Valerie Mitchell and husband Charles, Teresa Mitchell, Samantha Mitchell and Frances Mitchell, all of Woodland, Clairice Moore and husband Marvine of Dunnigan and Sherrice Moore, also of Dunnigan; great-great-grandchildren, Dakota Worl, Cheyenne, Jay, Joey and Taralynn Mitchell, all of Woodland, Austin Johnson, Tamara Johnson, Marvin Johnson Jr., and Adrianna Moore, all of Dunnigan; one sister, Ella Bossert of Yuba City; sister-in-law, Lillian Giese; brother-in-law, Walter Nusz, both of Woodland; and numerous nieces; nephews; and cousins.

Mrs. Nusz was preceded in death by her husband, Albert Nusz; three sisters; parents, John and Fredricka Brockel; eight brothers; and great-granddaughter, Caryn Curnutt.

Visitation is scheduled from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, Sept. 5, 2003, at McNary's Chapel, 458 College St., Woodland. A graveside service is scheduled at 11 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 6, at Monument Hill Memorial Park, Woodland.

The family requests memorials be directed to the Knights Landing Fire Department. McNary's Chapel of Woodland is assisting the family with arrangements.

(A photograph of Mrs. Nusz is included with this obituary.)

(Obituary from the Woodland "Daily Democrat," Wednesday, September 4, 2003.)

Rosella (Sally) Nusz

Rosella (Sally) Nusz born April 3, 1914, in Madison, Minn. to Herman and Mina Trojahn. Died March 3, 2003 at Woodland Memorial Hospital.

Sally was one of four sisters and two brothers. She married Arthur Nusz on Feb. 14, 1936 in Selby, S.D. They lived in Yankton South Dakota until 1942 when they moved to Vallejo, Ca. to work at Mare Island during the war. They later moved to Woodland after the war where they had their son David Arhur Nusz.

Sally was a member of the American Lutheran Church. Her passion was music, she was a member of the choir most of her life, where she kept a many a men on key in the Alto section.

Sally is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, David and Diane Nusz; sister Stella Stenstrom and numerous nieces and nephews.

Sally was preceded in death by her husband of 50 years, Arthur Nusz; her sisters, Myrtle Trojahn, Josephine Jenks and Florence Mastel and brothers, John and Harold Trojahn.

Memorials may be directed to The American Lung Association.

A memorial service is scheduled at 1 p.m. Wednesday, March 12, 2003, at American Lutheran Church.

Kraft Bros. Funeral Directors of Woodland is assisting the family with arrangements.

(A photograph of Rosella Nusz is included with this obituary.)

(Obituary from the Woodland "Daily Democrat," Thursday, March 06, 2003.)

Cassandra Zoe Nutter (first obit.)

Cassandra Zoe Nutter, a Davis resident and recent graduate of the Davis School for Independent Study, died Wednesday, May 29, 2002, near Quito, Ecuador. She was 17 years old.

Born Sept. 11, 1984, Zoe is the daughter of longtime UC Davis music professor David Nutter and his wife, Helen. She attended Davis High School, where she was active in the drama department, but decided to accelerate her education and switched to the Davis School for Independent Study before graduating earlier this year.

A member of the South America Explorers Club, Nutter had gone to Ecuador in February to work as a volunteer on an ecological reserve. According to family friends, she had gone on a camping trip with a friend and died in a hiking accident at Lake Quilotoa.

Friends of the Nutter family released the following statement about Nutter:

"Zoe had a wonderful combination of playful humor, sharp and accurate observations, and intense concern about right and wrong. She was compassionate and had an unwaveringly clear sense of herself in this world, which allowed her to be strong not only in her own interactions, but also in those on behalf of others, especially those that needed support.

"Zoe was a young woman who lived with a wisdom beyond her years. She brought joy to all who were privileged to have spent time with her. She had greatly enjoyed her months in Ecuador."

In addition to her parents, Zoe is survived by her older siblings Tamsin, Timothy and Blaise; and her grandmothers, Marian Nutter of Davis and Katherine Spencer of London.

Plans for a memorial service are pending David and Helen Nutter's return from Europe later this month. David Nutter is on work-related assignments in Italy and Great Britain, according to family friends.

(Obituary from the "The Davis Enterprise," Friday, June 7, 2002, (Yolo County). Submitted with the permission of the "The Davis Enterprise," 315 G Street, Davis, CA 95616.)

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Friends mourn Zoe Nutter (2^nd obit.)

By Lauren Keene/Enterprise staff writer

Friends of Cassandra Zoe Nutter remembered her Thursday as someone who demonstrated a zest for life and possessed a unique ability to excel at whatever task she approached.

Nutter -- who preferred to be called by her middle name -- died on Wednesday, May 29, in a hiking accident at Lake Quilotoa near Quito, Ecuador, according to family friends. She was 17 years old.

Word of the tragedy began making its way around the Davis community earlier this week.

"We're just crushed," said Connie Williams, who was Nutter's instructor at the Davis School for Independent Study for two years before her graduation in 2001. "It doesn't seem possible. She was very special -- one of those people who could make a difference in the world."

Nutter was born on Sept. 11, 1984, to popular UC Davis music teacher David Nutter and his wife, Helen. She was a student at the former West Davis Elementary School (now Cesar Chavez), where she took part in the Spanish Immersion Program, then went on to attend Holmes Junior High and Davis High schools.

It was while at Davis High that Nutter decided to fulfill her dream of traveling, and she transferred to the Davis School for Independent Study to graduate early, friends said. Her drive to achieve that goal was evident in a 2001 Davis Enterprise article about independent-study students and their accelerated education.

"I completed a half of a semester of math in one week," Nutter was quoted as saying.

"She was extremely talented, extremely gifted," Williams said, recalling her former student's ability to focus on numerous interests at once, and do it well. "So many teen-agers are followers, and Zoe wasn't a follower. She was a leader."

Despite her full academic schedule, Nutter's life wasn't one of all work and no play. She also loved to dance -- be it ballet, belly dancing or African dance styles -- and was an actor, dancer and choreographer for Davis' Acme Theatre Company.

"She was one of the central, creative forces in the company," said Acme director David Burmester, who first met Nutter when she was a child and later worked with her on productions such as "A Midsummer Night's Dream," "As You Like It" and "Twelfth Night," among many others.

Burmester recalled that during the choreography planning for "A Midsummer Night's Dream," Nutter suggested using candles during the play's opening scene. Burmester resisted, but was eventually overruled by Nutter's convincing sense of vision.

"It was one of the most beautiful moments of an especially memorable show," Burmester said. "Zoe had the artistic instincts of a mature artist, and this was but one time when those instincts were proven right."

As if that weren't enough, Nutter also was a budding activist.

Indeed, it was Nutter's caring heart that took her to Ecuador in February as a member of the South America Explorers Club. She went there to do volunteer work at an ecological reserve, and the outdoors-loving Nutter raised money for her trip by working on a local farm.

"She was having a really good time," said friend Naomi Kaplowicz, 17, who received a letter in the mail from Nutter on Thursday. In it, Nutter talked about the teens' friendship, the reserve where she volunteered and "how she wanted to travel through South America and didn't want to come back."

Nutter was scheduled to return to the United States on Wednesday, Kaplowicz said.

That night, a large group of Nutter's friends gathered for a candlelight vigil at the UC Davis Arboretum, where they passed around photographs and shared memories of the petite, dark-eyed girl who was just learning how to play the guitar and hoped someday to work with rainforest animals.

"She always followed her heart," Kaplowicz said. "She was amazing."

In addition to her parents, Nutter is survived by her siblings, Tamsin, Timothy and Blaise Nutter; and her grandmothers, Marian Nutter of Davis and Katherine Spencer of London.

Family friends say plans for a local memorial service for Nutter are pending her parents' return from Europe, where David Nutter is on a work-related assignment.

-- Reach Lauren Keene at lkeene@davisenterprise.net

(Obituary from the "The Davis Enterprise," Saturday, June 8, 2002, (Yolo County). Submitted with the permission of the "The Davis Enterprise," 315 G Street, Davis, CA 95616.)

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Cassandra Zoe NUTTER (memorial service)

Community members are invited to a memorial service celebrating Cassandra Zoe Nutter's life on Saturday at 7:30 p.m. at the Gazebo in the UC Davis Arboretum on Garrod Drive.

Nutter, a Davis resident and recent graduate of the Davis School for Independent Study, died May 29, 2002, in a hiking accident at Lake Quilotoa near Quinto, Ecuador. She was 17 years old.

Volunteer work at an ecological reserve and a love of the outdoors took Nutter to Ecuador in February as a member of the South America Explorers Club. She completed an accelerated program at the Davis School for Independent Study as a means of fulfilling her dream of traveling.

Before deciding to more fervently pursue her education, Nutter attended Davis High School, where she was active in the drama department.

Until recently, Nutter's parents, Helen and David Nutter were in Europe, where David, a longtime UC Davis music professor, was completing a work-related assignment.

(Obituary from the "The Davis Enterprise," Tuesday, July 2, 2002, (Yolo County). Submitted with the permission of the "The Davis Enterprise," 315 G Street, Davis, CA 95616.)