Stories for October 2014

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Friday, October 31

Damonte defeats Douglas

MINDEN — Cameron Sandoval and Austin Price scored touchdowns on kick returns in the first half Thursday night to help propel Damonte Ranch to a key 47-21 Sierra League victory against Douglas at Keith Roman Field.

Prep roundup: Carson runners set for regionals

For one of the few times this year, the Carson High girls cross country team is at full strength, and coach Pete Sinnott hopes the group is up to the task of finishing in the top three at today’s regional meet at Rancho San Rafael Park in Reno at 10 a.m.

Tigers roar past Carson in 4

Barth helps lead Tigers to win over Carson Douglas shook off serve-receive issues in the first game, and roared back to beat Carson in four games, 21-25, 25-23, 25-22 and 25-18 Thursday night in the regular-season finale at Morse Burley Gym.

Thursday, October 30

Make room for Bochy in Cooperstown

Sports fodder for a Friday morning... No manager in the history of major league baseball ever performed his job better than Bruce Bochy did with the San Francisco Giants this season.

Wednesday, October 29

Carson City’s Williams to speak at Dolan Dinner

RENO – Matt Williams, manager of the Washington Nationals and arguably the best Nevada-born baseball player ever, will be the featured speaker at the 31st annual Bobby Dolan Baseball Dinner on Jan. 16.

Dayton looks to play spoiler

Two years ago, Dayton sent playoff-bound Fernley into the postseason with a loss.

Prep roundup: Carson, Tigers battle to draw in finale

It was a tale of two halves Wednesday night in the Carson-Douglas regular-season boys soccer finale.

James O. “Jim” Harmon

James O. “Jim” Harmon, Capt. USN, retired, passed away on October 16, 2014 at his Fallon, Nevada residence. He was born September 5, 1933 in Iowa City, Iowa.

Community Roundup: Carson City Mitey Mites open playoffs with 25-12 win

The Carson City Mitey Mites knocked off Reno South, 25-12, Saturday in the first round of the playoffs. Carson advances to a scond-round game against the Sparks Wolfpack at Golden Eagle Regional Park.

Carson volleyball falls to Miners

Manogue comes back to beat Carson in four RENO — After a fast start, Carson High’s first-place showdown against Bishop Manogue got downright ugly.

Douglas edges Carson girls soccer

This might not be the last time these rivals meet. McKenna Kynett scored late in the first half and Lexi von Schottenstein scored another in the 80th minute Tuesday night to lift the Douglas High girls soccer team past Carson 2-0 in the final regular season game for both teams.

Raymond Smith

Raymond Smith, widely known as “Smith”, or “Smitty” passed away September 10, 2014. He was 69. A well regarded Handy Man and all around fixer-upper known for his warm smile and can-do work ethic, he designed, built and repaired from Silver Springs to Carson City throughout the last 30 years. He loved his work and his customers, taking deep pride in a job well done.

Tuesday, October 28

Carson City’s Mackena Bell to drive Saturday’s Nationwide DAV 200 at Phoenix

Have you ever wanted to sponsor a big-time race car?

Emil Chris Rabe

Emil Chris Rabe, a third generation Nevada resident, passed away on October 15, 2014 at his home in Dayton Nevada leaving his wife Milagrpsi of 18 years , a stepson Emmanuel and two granddaughters , Eanna and Eliza . And his sister Evelyn Rabe Bird of Carson City, and a brother in law Alan and Lucy Shaw of Carson City, and many nieces and nephews. He was 85.

Monday, October 27

LEARNING FROM A LEGEND: Huarte talks to Carson players

College football royalty paid a visit to Carson City Monday afternoon. John Huarte, the 1964 Heisman Trophy winner from Notre Dame, visited with the entire Carson High football program. Huarte was invited by former Notre Dame player and current CHS assistant coach Jim d’Arrieta

Tuesday Timeout with Ikela Lewis

Carson High Junior, Football Q: What is your favorite sport to watch on TV and why.

Edward (Eddie) Baumgart

Edward (Eddie) Baumgart passed away at his home in Fallon on October 16, 2014. Eddie was born August 17, 1937 in St. Paul, Minnesota to Francis and Edward Baumgart.

ZDZISLAW (Joe) MARIAN LEWALSKI Engineer

The funeral services will include open viewing at 5 pm followed by Rosary Service at 7 p.m. on October 28th at the Chapel of Waltons Funeral Home. Wednesday October 29, at 10 a.m. Mass will be held at St. Theresa Catholic Church in Joe’s memory.

Peter Louis Livermore, Jr.

Peter Louis Livermore, Jr. of Carson City, Nevada passed away on October 20, 2014, at the age of 73. He was born on March 22, 1941, in New Orleans, Louisiana to Peter and Camilla Livermore. Peter was preceded in death by his father, mother and brother Douglas Livermore.

Saturday, October 25

Prep roundup: Manogue shuts out Carson in girls soccer

RENO — Carson High’s girls soccer team is closing out its regular season in disappointing fashion after a 4-0 loss to Bishop Manogue Saturday afternoon.

Moody column: Please, let’s get Division 1 football situation straight

At last an ally that doesn’t come from Carson High. Anybody who knows me or has read my columns in the last 12 years, knows my distaste for the way the football playoffs are handled in Northern Division I.

Carson’s defense records another shutout

Carson clinches share of league championship RENO — Shutouts have been few and far between for the Carson Senators during the Blair Roman era.

Carson notebook: Senators headed in right direction

RENO — Carson football coach Blair Roman likes his football team these days.

Prep roundup: Carson solid in league meet

Ian Van Rensselaer had an outstanding effort for the Carson high boys cross country team on Friday in the Northern Division I League Meet.

Polian to players: No fun, just get a win

The Nevada Wolf Pack didn’t go to Hawaii this week to work on its suntan.

New format has created drama in NASCAR

As usual, the NASCAR Sprint Cup Talladega race meant elation for some and heartbreak for others.

Friday, October 24

Prep roundup: Douglas girls soccer stays undefeated

MINDEN — Lexi von Schottenstein and McKenna Kynett scored two goals each for the Douglas girls soccer team Thursday in its Senior Night 5-0 victory against Damonte Ranch.

Carson’s 12th straight win sets up Miners showdown

It was hard to tell whether Carson took Galena lightly Thursday, or if the Grizzlies have improved since the first time the teams met back on Oct. 7.

Thursday, October 23

Dust Devils have ominous task ahead

It doesn’t get any simpler for the Dayton High football team. Beat Elko and Fernley and have a shot at the playoffs. Split or lose twice and winter sports teams will pick up some players earlier than expected.

Fajardo is the leader of the Pack

Sports fodder for a Friday morning ... Cody Fajardo is putting this Nevada Wolf Pack football team on his back and dragging it into Mountain West championship contention.

Nevada High School Football Leaders

Northern Division 1 Passing Leaders: NameSchoolCoAtYdsPct.TD

Hudson to face Guthrie in Game 3

SAN FRANCISCO — In the middle of a champagne-and-beer-soaked clubhouse after the San Francisco Giants won the NL Championship Series, Tim Hudson was given the chance to speak to his team.

Prep roundup: Carson boys upset Galena

This time Carson High didn’t suffer a late-game letdown. The Senators scored two second-half goals en route to a 3-2 win over league-leading Galena in a Sierra League boys soccer match Wednesday night at the Jim Frank Track & Field Complex.

Rusler ties up role on the offensive line

When the 2014 season started, Carson High had to replace three starters on its offensive line, including all-region guard Andy Cooper.

Wednesday, October 22

CHS Football Notebook: Roman expects tough game from Grizzlies despite record

Since Blair Roman took the reins in 2008, Galena High has given the Senators some of their toughest games. Carson has won four of the seven matchups against Steve Struzyk-coached Galena teams, outscoring Galena 168-129 in that span.

Nevada High School Football Leaders

Northern Division 1 Passing Leaders: NameSchoolCoAtYdsPct.TD

Tuesday, October 21

Galena shuts out Carson

At least for this year, Galena seems to have Carson High’s number. The Grizzlies, on the strength of Ashley Agrella’s goal from about 30 yards out, knocked off the Senators, 1-0, Tuesday night in a Sierra League girls soccer match at the Jim Frank Track & Field Complex.

Community roundup: CMS runners place 2nd at TahNeva meet

The Carson Middle School eighth grade boys cross country team took second place at the TahNeva League Cross Country Championships contested Friday afternoon at Kahle Park in Stateline.

Prep roundup: Carson’s win streak never at ‘Riske’ in VB

The Carson High volleyball team stayed in a first place tie with Manogue in the Sierra League with its 11th straight league win, beating Wooster in straight sets 25-19, 25-19, 25-14 on Tuesday in Reno.

Monday, October 20

CHS fires away at Colts

Senators pick up big win vs. Wooster: Carson girls rout Colts Revenge is sweet. Just ask the Carson High’s boys soccer team.

Sunday, October 19

It’s donut time for CHS defense

Team effort. You almost always hear head coaches utter those words after a victory, but this wasn’t just Carson head coach Blair Roman tossing around cliches.

Prep roundup: Carson’s Amin falls in third place match

RENO — Carson High’s Preeta Amin fell just short of qualifying for next week’s NIAA state tennis tournament.

Moody column: ‘C’mom man:’ FOX crazy not to televise playoffs

I received a phone call from an older gentleman the other day asking me what the station number was for FoxSports 1.

Saturday, October 18

Dayton takes cover in comeback

DAYTON — The team that often times makes the best mid-game adjustment is often the victor.

Nelson steps up at QB in his first start

Joe Nelson’s first-ever start at Carson High was a successful one.

Douglas holds on for victory

MINDEN — Back-to-back touchdown drives late in the second quarter provided an early lead and then some clutch defense in the fourth quarter Friday night enabled the Douglas High School football team to preserve a 14-12 Sierra League victory against Galena.

Carson High’s Amin advances to semis

Preeta Amin of Carson High gained revenge for a tough loss during the regular season and as an end result, she’ll be playing for a berth in the State Championships.

Ellis sets Dayton Q-school record

DAYTON — John Ellis of San Jose, Calif., held the lead for all four rounds and set a new 72-hole scoring record in the Stage One Web.com Tour Qualifying tournament at Dayton Valley Golf Club.

Polian says Pack needs to keep fighting

The Nevada Wolf Pack’s frustrations the last two weeks boiled over late Saturday night after the latest loss, a 31-24 heartbreaker to the Colorado State Rams.

Friday, October 17

Marvin F. Pickles

Marvin Pickles of Dayton, Nevada passed away on August 1, 2014 with his loving wife, children and grandchildren at is bedside. He was born August 10, 1933 in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, to Frank and Eveline Pickles. His family moved from Canada to California in the late 1940’s settling in Los Gatos, California, where he graduated from Los Gatos Union High School in 1954.

Anne Marie Moriarty

Anne Marie Moriarty (nee Pedersen) left this world Oct. 15 after a two and half year fight with “Igor” (her name for pancreatic cancer). Anne was born in October 1945 and raised in Pinole, CA. T

Jaclynn Lee Ray James

Jaclynn “Jackie” Lee Ray James, 34, passed away on October 14, 2014, in Carson City, Nevada. She was born on March 19, 1980 in Reno, Nevada to Phillip Lee James and Julie Ray-Wass. Jackie was a loving mother, daughter, granddaughter, niece and friend. She grew up in Gardnerville, Nevada, and graduated from Douglas High School. She worked for the State of Nevada before becoming a full time stay at home Mom.

Margaret Pieplow

Margaret Pieplow, 88, of Fallon, Nevada passed away Monday, August 11, 2014. She was born August 9, 1926 in Sparta, WI, the daughter of Ruel and Gladys Baldwin, sister to Gordon W. Baldwin.

Max Paul Augustine

Max Paul Augustine, age 92, passed away with loving family by his side. He is survived by three sons, Daniel, Dale, Davey, 13 grandchildren, 27 greatgrandhildren and 7 great great grandchildren. He was born in Lincoln, Nebraska and raised in Bridgeport.

Victoria Linn Hudak

Vicki passed away August 15, 2014 following a brief terminal illness. She was born in Mansfield, Ohio to John and Dianna Wheaton and was preceded in death by her mother. Vicki attended Ohio State University and earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing.

Christopher Edgar Reynolds

Christopher Edgar Reynolds of Washoe Valley passed away on September 1st. Born on September 2nd, 1978 in Carson City to father Lon Reynolds and mother Kathy Cave Parshley and raised in Washoe Valley. He was a 1997 graduate of Washoe High School in Reno.

Thomas Steven (TJ) Poirier

TJ passed away unexpectedly at his home on 08-08-2014. He will be remembered for his kind heart and gentle spirit. Although his time here on earth was short, the memories we carry will last a lifetime.

A Special Thank You

We would like to take this opportunity to thank all of those who sent flowers, cards, food and attended our Dad’s service last Thursday. It meant so much to all of us

John B. Gabor

John B. Gabor, age 72, died on September 22, 2014, at Virginia Beach General Hospital in Virginia Beach, VA due to complications following respiratory illness.

Margaret F. (Lollie) Jackson

Margaret F. Jackson “Lollie” loving wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother passed away peacefully on Friday, Oct. 10, 2014 surrounded by her family.

Katherine Lazard

Katherine Lazard passed away October 11, 2014 in Gardnerville, NV.

Memorial Serivce for Deacon Daniel Willie Jones, Sr.

A Memorial Service will be held for Deacon Daniel Willie Jones, Sr. on Sunday, November 9, 2014, 3:00pm, at Greater New Refuge Church of God in Christ in Fallon, Nevada. Family and friends are invited to celebrate the life and Homegoing of our beloved Deacon Jones. Refreshments will be provided.

A Special Thank You

The family of Dan Gibson sincerely appreciates the many expressions of love and sympathy at the passing of our loved one. A special thanks to the caring staff at XL Hospice.

Thursday, October 16

Dayton High Football: Dust Devils seek must win against Colts

Dayton High’s playoff hopes were severely jolted last week, and the Dust Devils hope to get back on track tonight when they host Wooster.

Carson High volleyball: Senators’ streak at 10

The Carson High volleyball express keeps chugging along. The Sierra League co-leaders stretched their win streak to 10 straight with a 25-16, 25-20, 26-28 and 25-21 win over Damonte Ranch Thursday night at Morse Burley Gym.

Did Polian’s badgering of officials cost Pack?

Sports fodder for a Friday morning ... Brian Polian likely cost his Nevada Wolf Pack football team a chance at a victory last Saturday night. Oh, he’ll never admit it.

Prep roundup: Carson High School girls soccer edges McQueen

RENO — Despite a lackluster effort, the Carson girls soccer team escaped with a 1-0 win at McQueen on Thursday.

Carson High School football: Time has come at last for Mr. Lobato

The one bad thing about time is you can never get it back. Nobody knows that better than Carson inside linebacker Gerardo Lobato, who leads the Senators into Friday’s Homecoming contest against Bishop Manogue at 7 p.m. at the Jim Frank Track & Field Complex.

Carson High Football: Can Senators overcome Homecoming distractions?

Carson High football coach Blair Roman will see just how much a bye week and Homecoming have affected his team Friday when the Senators (4-2, 1-0) host Bishop Manogue (1-5, 1-0) Friday at 7 p.m.

Web.com qualifier: 2nd round at Dayton postponed by wind

DAYTON — Gusty high winds forced PGA Tour officials to postpone Wednesday’s scheduled second round of the Web.com Tour Qualifying tournament at Dayton Valley Golf Club.

Prep roundup: Carson’s Amin, Woodbury reach the second round

RENO — Preeta Amin and Anya Woodbury took different routes to the second round of the Northern Division I Regional Tennis Championships Wednesday afternoon.

Deja vu in loss for Carson

One can’t blame Carson boys soccer coach Mike Alvarez for feeling a sense of deja vu.

Wednesday, October 15

Web.com qualifying: Wind picks up, locals start strong at Dayton

DAYTON — Like someone flipped a switch, a warm fall day turned into a tough windy challenge for the field of 72 players in the first round of the Stage One Web.com Qualifying tournament at Dayton Valley Golf Club on Tuesday.

Prep roundup: Dayton rolls past Vikings

SOUTH TAHOE — The Dayton volleyball team picked up a crucial victory on the road Tuesday night — and did so in convincing fashion.

Community roundup: Abbott, Preston fare well at Bay Area heptathlon

Douglas High School senior Olivia Abbott enjoyed a successful track and field heptathlon debut last weekend when she won the College of Marin Heptathlon in Kentfield, Calif.

Tuesday, October 14

Carson High School soccer: Senators top Damonte Ranch, 2-0

Between a heartbreaking loss to Douglas last weekend, and Homecoming week, Carson High soccer coach Greg Lehman knew his girls would have their work cut out for them Tuesday afternoon.

Carson High School volleyball: ‘Maddie’ of fact win for Carson over Douglas High School

MINDEN — Carmen Shaw and the Douglas Tigers seized the early momentum Tuesday night. The Carson Senators answered back, however, and rallied for a critical 3-1 Sierra League volleyball shootout win between league rivals.

Nevada High School Football Leaders

Northern Division 1 Passing Leaders: NameSchoolCoAtYdsPct.TD

Cynthia Jean Sampson

Cynthia Jean Sampson (Hennigar) left to be with Lord on Oct. 8, 2014. Cynthia was born in Melrose, Massachusetts on Sept. 25, 1940 to George and Sarah Hennigar.

Monday, October 13

Hector Prado Perez

In loving memory of Hector Prado Perez. born Feb. 15, 1941 and died Aug. 25, 2014 in his Carson City home after his long 5 year battle with throat cancer.

Edith Lorena McGruder

Edith Lorena McGruder born May 31, 1922 in Grand Junction, Colorado went to be with the Lord August 28, 2014, surrounded by her loved ones.

Ruth Peterson

Ruth Peterson was born Ruth Reed to parents Witt and Adella Reed in White Sulphur Springs, Montana on Sept. 16,1923. She passed away peacefully, in her sleep, at her home in Fallon, Nevada on Sept, 5, 2014. Ruth spent 9 decades on this Earth and cared for others throughout her life.

John A. Ferguson

John Ferguson passed away Aug. 30, 2014 at Renown Hospital in reno, NV. He was an Air Force Veteran. John is survived by a daughter and three siblings. John’s remains will be buried in Southern California when the services will be.

Harriett Thomsen Lima

Harriett Thomsen Lima, long time resident of Fallon passed away on September 4, 2014. She was born in The Point, Oregon on August 26, 1916 to Carl and Jane Thomsen.

Betty Nina Holmer Clark

Betty Nina Holmer Clark passed away in Carson City on September 10th at the age of 90. She was born in American Falls, Idaho to Ernest R. Holmer and Vesta Draper

George Willard Horton

George Willard Horton was born on May 5, 1930 in Chatfield, Arkansas. In 1934 his family moved to Union, Mississippi. On his 13th birthday the Horton’s made the long journey to Orange, California where him and his father picked lemons.

Lawrence William Paul

Larry W. Paul, on Sept. 21, 2014. passed away. He was born Jan. 9, ‘54, in Havre, Mont., to Levi and Elizabeth Paul. Larry is preceded in death by his father, Levi, brothers, Doug and Steve, and sister, Teresa.

John H. Peshek

Our family, community and the world has lost such a dear, sweet, kind, caring, and loving man, husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, son, brother, uncle and friend.

Mary Ann “Gloria” Bennett

Our dear Queen MAB, “Gloria” or as she was legally known: Mary Ann Bennett, passed away gently into the morning of September 17, 2014.

William Edwards

William Edwards, a loving husband, grandfather, great grandfather, and great great grandfather died September 29, 2014 in his home. He passed peacefully with his wife Shirley, daughter Scheri, and granddaughters Ashley and Alyssa by his side.

Janet MacDonald

Janet MacDonald, 49, of Carson City, passed away September 30th, 2014. There will be a gathering of friends and family and visitation Saturday, October 4th, 2014 from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm at FitzHenry’s Funeral Home.

Darlene J. Eichhorst

Darlene J. Eichhorst, 74, a long time Carson City resident, passed away on September 19, 2014 in her home. She is preceded in death by her mother, Mildred Koerth. She is survived by siblings Darwin Koerth, Sandra Schisel, Kathy Brandey, Bonnie Torcsh, Larry Koerth and Vickie Krahn, along with many nieces, nephews and cousins that she adored. At her request, there will be no services.

Sunday, October 12

Prep Roundup: Tigers lose thriller to Reno

RENO — Reno High won the Division I team tennis title with a narrow 10-9 win over Douglas Friday at Caughlin Ranch.

Dayton qualifier early step to PGA

DAYTON — The Web.com Tour First Stage Qualifying tournament at Dayton Valley Golf Club starting Tuesday may seem like a long way from the ultimate goal of playing on the PGA Tour for the 76 players in the field.

Prep Roundup: Carson’s Delgado takes 26th at Clovis

FRESNO — Eveline Delgado finished a respectable 26th place to lead Carson High’s girls cross country team to a 17th-place finish in the Division II race at the Clovis Invitational Saturday at Woodward Park.

‘Mo offense for Carson

Guillermo Hernandez scores four goals in Carson’s rout of Tigers MINDEN — Guillermo Hernandez and Ryan Galvan were a formidable combination Saturday for the Carson High boys soccer team in its 8-1 Sierra League victory against Douglas.

Carson-Manouge match an instant classic

Several years ago, ESPN dubbed the wild Boise State-Nevada game in which Colin Kaepernick ran wild an “instant classic,” and replayed it right away.

Mackay Miracle gets interference

The Nevada Wolf Pack couldn’t overcome a slow start, the officials and the Colorado State Rams Saturday night at Mackay Stadium.

Saturday, October 11

Late penalty kick lifts Douglas girls past Carson

MINDEN — Even though it’s still early October, the Douglas and Carson high school girls soccer teams clashed Friday afternoon in what seemed like a playoff atmosphere.

Short-handed Dayton falls to Tahoe

SOUTH TAHOE — Dayton opened the scoring on Friday night at South Tahoe with a safety late in the first quarter — and then everything went South Tahoe’s way.

Polian to team: No time for BSU hangover

RENO — Brian Polian gave his Nevada Wolf Pack football team less than 24 hours to wipe away any emotional scars left by the heartbreaking 51-46 loss to the Boise State Broncos last Saturday night.

Douglas stuns Spanish Springs

MINDEN — Nick Abreu returned the second-half kickoff for a touchdown to give the Douglas High football team its first lead Friday night and Luke Houghton returned an onside kick attempt for a touchdown that clinched the Tigers’ 23-13 Homecoming victory against Spanish Springs.

Friday, October 10

Fernley track closes out season

This weekend is your last chance to see some local racing, as Fernley 95A Speedway hosts the annual two-day shootout, with entries from all over the western states.

Leon D. “Lee” May

Leon D. May (”Lee”), a loving husband, grandfather, and great grandfather, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, September 23rd, 2014, in his home surrounded by his loving wife, Pat, of 44 years, daughter Suzanne, and granddaughter Kristina. he was 78 and a 50 year resident of Carson City. Born September 29, 1935 in Ada, OK to Opal and ray May.

Robert “Bob” Roser

Robert “Bob” Roser, an award-winning Nevada Civil Air Patrol (CAP) pilot for three decades and longtime state agency chief investigator, has died in Carson City, where he lived for nearly 53 year

Thomas F. Bell

On October 2, 2014, Thomas F. Bell, “T-Rap Coyote” passed away peacefully from a short-term illness in Reno, Nevada. He was born on June 5, 1938, in Michigan.

Brenda R. Kizor-Ritter

Brenda passed away peacefully after a seven month battle with cancer. Our family, friends and the community have lost an incredibly beautiful, caring and strong lady

Prep roundup: Carson pummels Manogue

Two minutes into Wednesday’s game against Bishop Manogue, Carson High had four scoring opportunities on the same attack. It set the tempo for the rest of the match.

Carson High School volleyball team stuns Bishop Manogue (Photo gallery, with video)

Bishop Manogue entered Thursday’s showdown having lost just one game in nine previous matches against northern Nevada opponents.

Thursday, October 9

Football: Dayton Dust Devils face crucial stretch at South Tahoe

Dayton coach Rob Turner knows what his team has to do to claim a playoff berth this year. “We need to win three of our last four games to have a chance,” Turner said Thursday morning. “With Fernley beating Lowry that first week and us losing to Lowry, that hurts us.”

Elizabeth Ann McCormick

Elizabeth Ann McCormick, a long time resident of Fallon, Nevada, died on October 1, 2014 at Renown Hospital in Reno at the age of 91.

Gilbert Leed Jones

Gilbert Leed Jones of Fallon, Nevada, passed away on Tuesday, September 30, 2014 from complications due to ALS/ Lou Gehrig’s Disease.

Dorothy Ann McDonald

A hero to many people and an enemy of no one, Dorothy Ann McDonald, 79, of Henderson, Nevada, passed away at her home after a decade long battle with cance

In Memory of Dan O Homer

Its been a long lonely year since you left us. God has you in his keeping and although we are apart, your spirit lives on within us and forever in our heart. Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal. We loved you then, We love you now, We will love you always….. From your wife, children, grandchildren, & great grandchild

Nancylee Robertson

Born August 21, 1927 to Wallace T. and Helen A. Masters, Nancylee Robertson fulfilled God’s promise and joined her Heavenly Father on September 28, 2014.

Wednesday, October 8

Stefan Rainier Sobkiewicz

Stefan Rainier Sobkiewicz was born April 18, 1965. He grew up in Huntington Beach, California. From there, he attended Huntington Beach High School. Around 2003, Stefan had established a relationship with God. He later met Laura in 2007.

Tuesday, October 7

Prep roundup: Carson volleyball sweeps, takes over second

RENO — Carson High’s volleyball team took over sole possession of second place with a sweep of Galena, 27-25, 25-16. 25-14 Tuesday night.

A ‘Wakeling’ for Carson

Youth is served in CHS victory Carson High’s girls soccer fans got a great glimpse of the future Tuesday night.

Jeffrey C. Durrant

Funeral services for Jeffrey C. Durrant, 25, of Killeen, formerly of Fernley, NV will be 2 pm Wednesday, October 8, 2014 at Mountain View Mortuary, 425 Stoker Ave, Reno, NV, 89053. Mr. Durrant passed away Tuesday, September 30, 2014 in Killeen, Texas.

Wilmer Dorris Rau “Smokey”

Wilmer Dorris Rau “Smokey” was born December 21, 1925 in Norfolk, Virginia to Wilmer Dorris Rau, Sr and Estelle Petty Rau, passed away October 2, 2014.

Constance ‘Connie” Elvik

Constance ‘Connie” Elvik passed away from natural causes on Sept 6, 2014 in Corona, California. She is survived by her 2 sons, Lawerence and his children Summer and Peter; and Arlen and his wife DeeDee and their children Joshua, Katie, Erin, and Amber

Monday, October 6

Prep roundup: Douglas football falls against Manogue

RENO — A two-play, 69-yard touchdown drive in the final 27 seconds before halftime was the difference Saturday as Bishop Manogue pulled out an 18-13 Sierra League football victory against Douglas.

Carson boys settle for tie

Senator girls sustain first loss of season RENO — What started out as a promising day ended in disappointment for Carson High’s boys soccer team.

Nevada falls short against Boise State

RENO — The Nevada Wolf Pack and Boise State Broncos left a sold out Mackay Stadium crowd breathless Saturday night.

Timeout with Carson High’s Anya Woodbury

School: Carson High Sport: Tennis Year: Sophomore

Samuel Grant Broyles, Sr.

Samuel Grant Broyles Sr. died Tuesday, September 30, 2014 at his long time residence, The Homestead for assisted living in Fallon, Nevada.

Wyndell “Curly” Eckert

Wyndell “Curly” Eckert long time Fallon resident passed away September 29, 2014 in Fallon. Curly was born June 3, 1925 in Amarillo, Texas to George and Lela Eckert.

Murry Glen Ward

“Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life; and I will dwell in the house of the lord forever.” Psalms 23, verse 6 Our beloved Murry entered eternal life September 13, 2014.

Manuel Joseph Barrenchea

Manuel “Manny” Barrenchea at 95 years of age, went to join Dean Barrenchea his wife of 63 years in heaven early this morning. Manny was a native Nevadan born in the small town of Austin June 17th, 1919.

Frank A. Loveland

FRANK A. LOVELAND, age 90, passed away on September 26, 2014 at Banner Churchill Community Hospital in Fallon.

Gretchen Weber Redwine

In her words, “A Southern girl, (North Carolina) who had children and came out West, very fortunate to have lived many places, and to make Nevada my home.”

Inabelle Steve Stirnemann

Inabelle Steve Stirnemann passed away peacefully at her home in Fallon, Nevada on September 25, 2014. She was born on July 12, 1929 in Stillwater, NV to Willie Steve, Sr. and Maggie Steve and had been a long time Fallon resident. Inabelle attended Schools in Fallon.

Sandra Lee McCullar Belongia

Sandy passed on Monday August 25th, too soon in the hearts of her loved ones. She was an adored wife married to Francis for 25 years; and is survived by her sisters Cheryl and Susan; children Lynlee, Jared and Stewart (Mac) and her three step children Robert (Bob), Dwayne and Lara.

Sunday, October 5

Vegas doesn’t deserve state soccer

I see the NIAA remains clueless when it comes to state soccer venues. Two years ago, I traveled with the Carson soccer teams to Heritage Park in Henderson for the state tournament. What a disappointment, and I’m not talking about the results of the matches.

Saturday, October 4

Lowry too much for Dust Devils on homecoming

DAYTON — Three plays into Friday night’s Division I-A football game, Dayton was in business after Julio Meza recovered a fumble at the Lowry 20 yard line.

Carson’s full Nelson: Carter’s great play on Nelson’s pass wins it

RENO — Just call it the Rio Wrangler Parkway Escape. Asa Carter, despite being interfered with, caught a 78-yard TD pass from back-up QB Joe Nelson for the go-ahead score with 28.2 left to spark the Senators to a wild 31-28 come-from behind win in the Sierra League opener for both schools on Friday night.

Pack unafraid of Boise State

RENO — The Nevada Wolf Pack football team isn’t afraid of the Boise State Broncos. “I don’t think for one second our football team looks at Boise and thinks they are invincible,” Wolf Pack head coach Brain Polian said this week.

Wave rallies to down Elko in 1-A football

The Fallon football team took control of the Northern Division I-A with a 25-14 win over Elko on Friday.

Final points race highlights the action at Fernley Speedway today

Tonight is the final points race for the regular racing divisions at Fernley 95A Speedway.

Carson notebook: Johnny Be Good in kicking game

RENO — Johnny Barahona’s kicking career got off to an inauspicious start when the sophomore shanked a 25-yard attempt against Clayton Valley.

Prep roundup: Carson girls runners take significant step

The Carson High girls cross country team looks to be making a late season run toward a state berth based on its performance at the Reed Invitational, which featured all of Northern Nevada’s teams on Friday.

Friday, October 3

Dwight “Ike” Richard Springer

Dwight “Ike” Richard Springer, 69, of Anoka, Minnesota, succumbed to Alzheimer’s Disease at the Mountain View Health and Rehabilitation Center in Carson City, Nevada on Monday, September 29, 2014.

Thursday, October 2

Prep roundup: Manogue edges Carson boys tennis

Bishop Manogue won four of the last six sets to edge Carson, 10-8, in a boys tennis match Thursday afternoon at Carson.

Dust Devils looking to rebound against Lowry

DAYTON — Dayton football coach Rob Turner will get a chance to see just how resilient his senior-laden team is.

Carson High volleyball team sweeps Wooster for 6th straight win

Carson rolls to sixth straight victory After grueling wins over McQueen and Damonte Ranch, the Carson High volleyball team came out flat against Wooster Thursday night.

Nevada High School Football Leaders

Northern Division 1 Passing Leaders: NameSchoolCoAtYdsPct.TD

Friday Fodder: Will Saturday be party time for the Pack?

Sports fodder for a Friday morning...Is the Nevada Wolf Pack going to party on Saturday night like it’s 2010? Not quite.

Lauretta Darlene Lokelani “Lani” Kim-Davis

Lani lived her life with wonderful passion, curiosity and adventure for anything fun or interesting. Her happiest moments were when she was riding her horse, celebrations with family, and adventurous outings with her husband, Andrew, and son, the joy of her life, Jackson.

Wednesday, October 1

Carson Notebook: Burns back in uniform for Senators

Seamus Burns, who was a back-up fullback and linebacker last season, will see his first action of the season Friday at Damonte Ranch.

Seizing Opportunities

hen projected starting fullback Seamus Burns went down with an injury, there was no panic around the Carson High football team.

Prep roundup: Ugly loss for Carson boys soccer

RENO — It could go down as the ugliest eight-minute stretch in Carson High soccer history.

John Nieubuurt

Today the world lost someone special. A man tougher than nails, more hard working and motivated than anyone you could ever meet, a man with a heart of gold (sometimes a bit rough around the edges but that only added character!), a loving father and husband, a Christian, a body builder, a hunter, a man who’d try to help without someone having to ask.

Prep roundup: Carson girls soccer beats Wooster

RENO — The biggest news from the Carson-Wooster girls soccer match was Carson’s defense finally gave up a goal after posting six straight shutouts.