From the August 15, 2025 Edition
Christina Rippchen Pennella
AUGUST 17, 1956 – JUNE 2, 2025
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved friend and mother, Christina (Chris) Rippchen Pennella.
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From the August 15, 2025 Edition
The community lost a hero. Beloved by many, Judith Cassis had been an inspiration to countless artists, writers and women in general. Her motto was “Follow your own path” and she tried to instill that …
From the August 8, 2025 Edition
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved friend and mother, Christina (Chris) Rippchen Pennella. Chris was born August 17th, 1956, in Santa Monica to Robert (Bob) and Gretchen (née …
From the July 25, 2025 Edition
Cathy Wallace, a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother,and friend to all she met, transitioned from this life to her eternal life with Jesus on May 15, 2025. If you had the privilege of meeting Cathy, …
Cathy Wallace, a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother,and friend to all she met, transitioned from this life to her eternal life with Jesus on May 15, 2025. If you had the privilege of meeting Cathy, …
From the June 27, 2025 Edition
The congregation of Shepherd of the Mountains Lutheran Church in Lake of the Woods would like to share the news that Pastor David Swarthout has passed away at the age of 93. For those who …
From the June 6, 2025 Edition
Beans Morocco, born Dan Barrows, passed away peacefully on May 29th, just ten days short of his 91st birthday.
A beloved character actor, comedian, and improviser, Beans was best known for his work on stage …
From the May 16, 2025 Edition
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our father and stepfather Dennis A. Doberneck. Dennis was born and raised in Petaluma, CA when nothing but ranches were there. He passed away …
From the March 14, 2025 Edition
It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of our beloved Michael James Merkling. Mike was born on January 26th, 1951, to his parents Dorothy and Edward Merkling. He was born and …
From the March 7, 2025 Edition
Fred Walter Fenski was born on January 27, 1956, to his mother, Erna, and was one of five siblings: Bobi, Lance, Donna, and Skippy. Growing up in Wisconsin, Fred was always the life of the …