Obituaries

Ralph Wayne Bregg

Ralph Wayne Bregg passed away at his home on June 14, 2025, with family by his side. He was 68. Known by friends as “The King” and lovingly called “Rambo” by his wife, Ralph will be remembered for his quiet …


Kurtis Alan Cress

Kurtis Alan Cress, 73, of Gardnerville, NV, passed away on Sunday, June 29, 2025. Kurtis was born September 7, 1952, in Brazil, IN, the son of James and Norma Cress (Clossin). Kurtis graduated from Van Buren High School in 1970, …


Jeanette Ann Strong

Jeanette Ann Strong passed away peacefully in her home on the morning of June 11, 2025, just two days before her 79th birthday. Born Jeanette Ann Meek on June 13, 1946, in San Mateo, to Robert Parker and Winifred Lorraine …


William Ben Broersma

William Ben Broersma (Bill), longtime resident of Carson Valley, passed quietly at his home in Minden, Nevada, on June 2nd, 2025. Born in 1930, the middle child of Jentje and Hanke Broersma, natives of Friesland. He is survived by his …


Ilse Margaretha Chelius

Please join us for a memorial service to honor the life of Ilse Margaretha Chelius. Hosted by the Chelius and Simone families. Friday July 18th, 2025, at 10:00 am at Walton’s Funerals and Cremations. Chapel of the Valley. 1281 N. …


Willis Francis Kroepelin Jr

Willis, 73, passed away at home of natural causes June 23, 2025. He was born on March 9, 1952, in Oroville California to Willis Francis Kroepelin Sr and Grace Eleanor (Aiton) Kroepelin. He is survived by his wife Lisette of …


Ronald John Riippi Sr.

It is with heartfelt sadness that we announce the passing of Ronald John Riippi Sr. on May 20, 2025, at the age of 83, in Carson City, Nevada. Ronnie (Ron) was born in DeKalb, Illinois, to Swen John and Helen …


Kathleen J Pieretti

Kathleen J. Pieretti, 91, died June 30, 2025 in Carson City, Nevada. Arrangements are in the care of Capitol City Cremation & Burial 775-882-1766


Reo Blair Westover

Reo Blair Westover, 75, of Carson City, passed away on June 27, 2025. Arrangements are in the care of Walton’s Chapel of the Valley 775-882-4965.


Rondal R Scandrett

Rondal R. Scandrett, 87, died June 28, 2025 in Wellington, Nevada. Arrangements are in the care of Capitol City Cremation & Burial 775-882-1766


Robert F Lambert

Robert F. Lambert, 89, died June 19, 2025 in Carson City, Nevada. Arrangements are in the care of Capitol City Cremation & Burial 775-882-1766


Joyce Weaver Friedman

Joyce Weaver Friedman died unexpectedly on June 18, 2025, at the age of 78. She was one of three children born to the late Rollie and L. Nora Weaver of Fallon, Nevada. The family later moved to Gardnerville, Nevada where …


Donnie Lee Curd

Donnie Lee Curd, 82, died June 24, 2025, in Carson City, Nevada. Arrangements are in the care of Capitol City Cremation & Burial 775-882-1766


Danielle M. Thurman

Danielle M. Thurman, 58, died June 24, 2025 in Carson City, Nevada. Arrangements are in the care of Capitol City Cremation & Burial 775-882-1766


Julie D. Beauregard

Julie D. Beauregard, 63, died June 19, 2025, in Carson City, Nevada. Arrangements are in the care of Capitol City Cremation & Burial 775-882-1766


Jack R. Cooney Jr.

Jack R. Cooney Jr., 81, died June 19, 2025, in Carson City, Nevada. Arrangements are in the care of Capitol City Cremation & Burial 775-882-1766


Barbara L. Tonge-Oliver

Barbara L. Tonge-Oliver, 92, died June 2025, in Carson City, Nevada. Arrangements are in the care of Capitol City Cremation & Burial 775-882-1766


James L. Norris

Jim Norris passed away June 19th, 2025, in Minden, Nevada. Services will be held at 11:00am, Tuesday, July 1st, at Saint Galls Catholic Church, 1343 Centerville Lane, Gardnerville, with burial at the Mottsville Cemetery, 1298 Old Foothill Road. Jim was …


Tommy Earl Joyner, Jr.

In Loving Memory of Tommy Earl Joyner Jr. Tommy Earl Joyner Jr., 72, of Reno, Nevada, entered eternal rest on June 22, 2025, surrounded by his loving family, A devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, Tommy was a man …


Richard “Dick” Keller

Dick was born December 4th, 1941, in Reno, Nevada, to Eugene Roy Keller and Ethyl Keller. They moved to Fallon, Nevada, when he was 3 years old. He graduated from Churchill County High School in 1959. Dick then attended technical …


Harry (Bus) Louis Scharmann

Harry (Bus) Louis Scharmann passed away at home on June 22, 2025, with his wife of 55 years, Lana, by his side. Born September 29, 1950, in Modesto, California, to Harold and Shirley Scharmann, Bus was the cherished youngest sibling …


Joyce Weaver Friedman

Joyce Weaver Friedman died unexpectedly on June 18, 2025, at the age of 78. She was one of three children born to the late Rollie and L. Nora Weaver of Fallon, Nevada. The family later moved to Gardnerville, Nevada where …


Scott J. Heaton

Scott Jefferson Heaton passed away suddenly on June 19, 2025, at his home in Carson City. He was born on September 10, 1948, in Washington, D.C., to an Air Force family and spent his childhood living in different parts of …


Nicholas Campbell

Nicholas Campbell passed away after a long illness. He is survived by his mother, Frankie Shy; siblings Chelsea, Jason, and Austin; his Nona Nicolette; and many loving family and friends. Nick spent most of his life in Northern Nevada. He …


Joyce Robin Powell

Joyce Robin Powell passed away at her home in Carson City, Nevada on June 6, 2025. Family and friends surrounded and honored her in her final days and moments. Joyce was born on March 9, 1954, in San Bernardino, California, …


Joseph G. Johnston

Joseph G. Johnston, 91, died June 4, 2025, in Carson City, Nevada. Arrangements are in the care of Capitol City Cremation & Burial 775-882-1766


Harriet Johnson

Harriet Johnson, 90, died June 5, 2025, in Carson City, Nevada. Arrangements are in the care of Capitol City Cremation & Burial 775-882-1766


Walter C. Matson

Walter C. Matson, 74, died June 4, 2025, in Carson City, Nevada. Arrangements are in the care of Capitol City Cremation & Burial 775-882-1766


Joyce R. Powell

Joyce R. Powell, 71, died June 6, 2025, in Carson City, Nevada. Arrangements are in the care of Capitol City Cremation & Burial 775-882-1766


Bobby Lee Morton

Bobby Lee Morton, 77, of Carson City, passed away on June 7, 2025. Arrangements are in the care of Walton’s Chapel of the Valley, 775-882-4965


Ok Yon Yeater

Ok Yon Yeater, 75, died June 10, 2025, in Reno, Nevada. Arrangements are in the care of Capitol City Cremation & Burial 775-882-1766.


William S. Sanborn

William S. Sanborn, 64, died June 11, 2025, in Dayton, Nevada. Arrangements are in the care of Capitol City Cremation & Burial 775-882-1766


Jeffrey Scott (Koty) Hevener

Jeffrey Scott (Koty) Hevener, age 49, peacefully passed away on September 11, 2024, at Renown Regional Medical Center in Reno, Nevada. He was born to Karen Vallejos in La Mirada, California on March 19, 1975. Jeff moved to Carson City, …


Angela DeAngelis

Angela DeAngelis passed away on June 11th, 2025, at the age of 86 in Gardnerville, Nevada, originally born and raised in Brooklyn, New York. She is survived by her two children Michael Sorrentino and Lucille Rao, her four grandchildren Jessica …


Roberta L. Loomis

Roberta L. Loomis, 78, died June 22, 2025, in Carson City, Nevada. Arrangements are in the care of Capitol City Cremation & Burial 775-882-1766


Susan C. Carlson

Susan C. Carlson born 11/6/1940 passed peacefully at home on June 10, 2025. Susan is survived by her loving husband Donald, her son Edward De Mars and her brother Jerry Manly. She will be missed by all who loved he


Bonnie Ruth Bender

Growing up in Bellflower, California, Bonnie Ruth Bender approached life with kindness, positivity, and an ever-present smile. Born July 23, 1941, to Paul and Rachel Omohundro, she was a natural performer from childhood through high school. Bonnie’s talents ranged from …


Linda Susan Krug

Linda Susan Krug has gone home to be with her Lord and Savior, passing peacefully at home in Sparks, Nevada with her family by her side on November 13, 2024. She was born August 16, 1948 in Stockton, California to …


Sherri Leigh Nelson Johnson

Sherri Leigh (Nelson) Johnson finished her battle with cancer and entered fully into the presence of the Lord on May 29, 2025. Born January 22, 1969, to the late Cedric and Lois Nelson of Carson City, Nevada. Sherri is survived …


John Franklin Lucky

John Franklin Lucky, 95, of Carson City, Nevada, passed away peacefully on May 29, 2025. Born on September 18, 1929, in Louisiana, John lived a life filled with love, service, and joy that touched everyone who was blessed to know …


Robbie Jo Jones

Robbie Jo Jones, 95, died June 11, 2025 in Carson City, Nevada. Arrangements are in the care of Capitol City Cremation & Burial 775-882-1766


Jeanne B White

Jeannie B. White, 92, died June 14, 2025 in Carson City, Nevada. Arrangements are in the care of Capitol City Cremation & Burial 775-882-1766


Ralph W Bregg

Ralph W. Bregg, 68, died June 14, 2025 in Carson City, Nevada. Arrangements are in the care of Capitol City Cremation & Burial 775-882-1766


Florence ‘Skipper’ Douglas

Florence ‘Skipper’ Douglas passed away peacefully at home on June 6th, surrounded by family. Born October 5th, 1947, in Grandview, Texas. Skipper met Drew in Long Beach, California, and they were married on April 26th, 1969. Skipper spent her life …


Vernine Lisa Wyatt

Vernine “Lisa” “Goo Goo” Wyatt, 59, of Gardnerville NV passed away peacefully on June 2, 2025. She was born in San Francisco, CA on March 30, 1966, to Vernon and Maxine Wyatt. Lisa loved her family and friends and would …


Peter Damian Sinnott

Peter Damian Sinnott passed away peacefully on December 21, 2024, surrounded by family in Carson City, Nevada. He was 75 years old. Known for his kindness, wisdom, and quick wit, Pete was deeply loved by his family and friends. Born …


Duane Kenneth Carroll

Duane Kenneth Carroll was born a spitfire on June 23, 1946 in Hettinger, North Dakota. Duane was the oldest of seven kids, now preceded in death by both of his parents Doris and Vern Carroll. Duane and his siblings spent …


Susan Florence Stornetta

Susan Florence Stornetta, age 84, of Silver City, Nevada, passed away peacefully on May 29, 2025, at the age of 84. Born on January 16, 1941, Susan was a lifelong artist and creative spirit. She explored countless forms of expression …


Marguerite E. Conway (Margo),

Marguerite E. Conway (Margo), age 79, went peacefully at home surrounded by family to be with the Lord on Saturday, May 31, 2025, in Carson City, Nevada. Margo was born on October 27, 1945 in Oakland, California to Arie and …


Lela Maxine Uptergrove

Lela Maxine Uptergrove, 89, passed away peacefully on May 30, 2025, in Carson City, Nevada, surrounded by her loving family. Lela was preceded in death by her parents; her children, Michael Lockhart, Connie Casaulong, and Sandra Fornachi; and her siblings, …


Hank Weske

Hank Weske, 77, of Gardnerville, passed away peacefully on May 22, 2025. Hank was a beloved husband and a friend to many in the community. Hank spent much of his life tending bar, where he became not only a trusted …


Leonard Meehan

Leonard Meehan, 75, of Carson City, passed away on June 1, 2025. Currently the care of Waltons Chapel of the Valley. 775-882-4965


Carole Lynn Vetter

Carole Lynn Vetter passed away May, 25, 2025. Resident of Washoe county. She is currently the care of Waltons Chapel of the Valley. 775-882-4965


Kevin J. Fitzsimmons

Kevin J. Fitzsimmons, 58, died May 24, 2025 in Carson City, Nevada. Arrangements are in the care of Capitol City Cremation & Burial 775-882-1766


Jacques V. NGO

Jacques V. NGO, 72, died May 31, 2025 in Carson City, Nevada. Arrangements are in the care of Capitol City Cremation & Burial 775-882-1766


Paul J. Brennan

Paul J. Brennan, 71, died May 30, 2025 in Reno, Nevada. Arrangements are in the care of Capitol City Cremation & Burial 775-882-1766


Margo Conway

Margo Conway, 79, died May 31, 2025 in Carson City, Nevada. Arrangements are in the care of Capitol City Cremation & Burial 775-882-1766


Ralph Lynn

Ralph Lynn, 80, of Fallon, Nevada, passed away peacefully on January 1, 2025, in Carson City, Nevada after a courageous and tenacious battle with cancer. A beloved father and grandfather, Ralph, will always be remembered for his animated storytelling, tireless …


James Lloyd Farnham

James Lloyd Farnham—known as “Uncle J” and “Jimbo”—passed away on May 31, 2025, just days shy of his 81st birthday. He has now moved on to God’s paradise. Born in Oakland, California, on June 5, 1944, James was the son …


Beverly Joan Palmer

Beverly Joan Palmer passed peacefully into the arms of her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on June 3, surrounded by family at her home in Minden. Beverly was born on April 8, 1928, in Dayton, Ohio, and was a 26-year …


Trisha Korman

Trisha Korman, 44, of Carson City, passed away on June 7, 2025. Arrangements are in the care of Walton’s Chapel of the Valley, 775-882-4965


JOHN KILEEN

Coach John Kileen was Carson High School’s wrestling coach from 1976 through 1979. Coach’s teams had a 37-6 overall record while he was the coach. The Senator wrestlers went undefeated in League dual matches in 1977, 1978 and 1979. They …


Michael E. Calleas

Born to Robert & Jean Calleas. Married the love of his life Terri Akins in 1975. Mike was a avid basketball player, coach and fan. He was on the state winning basketball team in 1971. Played in city league well …


Leroy L. Kizer

Leroy L Kizer passed peacefully in his sleep on 5/19/2025. Lee was born in Schurz NV 12/29/1949 to Marie Simpson Kizer and Delany Kizer. He was the 4th of 14 children. He is survived by brothers Mark, Darrel, Delany Jr., …


Karen L. Hollister

Karen L. Hollister, 61, died May 31, 2025 in Carson City, Nevada. Arrangements are in the care of Capitol City Cremation & Burial 775-882-1766


Larry Fish

LARRY FISH CELEBRATION OF LIFE 1936 - 2025 A CELEBRATION OF LIFE FOR LARRY will be held Saturday, June 7th at the Elks Lodge, 1227 Kimmerling Road, Gardnerville Ranchos, from noon to 3:00 PM. Don't forget to bring your favorite …


Patricia "Pat" Holub

Patricia “Pat” Holub, a beloved mother, mentor, artist and tireless advocate for the arts in Carson City, passed away peacefully on April 8, 2025, at the age of 101, surrounded by family Born in Fresno, California and raised in the …


Joseph “Joe” Adlao

Please join us in honoring Joe’s life with a Funeral Mass June 10, 2025, at 11:00 am at St. Gall Catholic Church in Gardnerville. This will be followed by an inurnment ceremony and military honors at Eastside Memorial Park at …


Thomas W. Hillin

Thomas W. Hillin, 66, died May 24, 2025, in Carson City, Nevada. Arrangements are in the care of Capitol City Cremation & Burial 775-882-1766


Tommy G. Lowrance

Tommy G. Lowrance, 63, died May 26, 2025, in Carson City, Nevada. Arrangements are in the care of Capitol City Cremation & Burial 775-882-1766


Ty James Curry

On March 24th, 1981, a tiny wandering soul was born. Ty James Curry was welcomed by parents Tom and Sandra and sisters Kelly and Brandy. Ty lived an unconventional life, enjoying the scenery and making friends wherever he went. The …


Virginia Craik

Virginia “Ginger” Craik passed on May 9. She moved to Alpine County in 1973 with her husband Cam and two children John and Kelly. Ginger taught at Diamond Valley School and the Opportunity School at Hung A Lel Ti for …


HENRY J. WNUK

Henry J Wnuk, CDR, US Navy (ret), 77, Fallon, NV, passed away May 9 at the Life Care Health facility in Reno, NV from complications related to a stroke he had seven months earlier. Henry fought a gallant fight, but …


Donald Lee Clewell

Donald Lee Clewell, 82, of Peoria Illinois passed away on December 4, 2024. He was born June 19, 1942, in Wildwood NJ to Harvey and Chloe Clewell. Part of a Navy family, he moved around in his early childhood until …


Karen McQueary

Karen McQueary, of Carson City, passed away, surrounded by family and loved ones, on May 14, 2025, at Carson Tahoe Hospital, Carson City, NV. Karen was born in Logan, Utah to Levor Kofoed and Ardell Kunz Kofoed on August 06, …


Carrie Hinz

Carrie was born in Bowbells, North Dakota to Fritz and Barbara Siemers on March 15, 1936. She grew up on a farm with her two sisters, Norma and Sally, on the windy plains of North Dakota. Carrie graduated from Bowbells …


Nina Lee Spradlin

In Loving Memory Nina Lee Spradlin passed away peacefully on April 22, 2025, at the Wingfield Springs Rehabilitation Center in Spanish Springs, Nevada. Nina’s life was a testament to care, compassion, and community. She devoted herself entirely to her family, …


Marvin Daniel Higday

Marvin Daniel Higday, lovingly known as “Papa Marv” and affectionately nicknamed “Starvin Marvin,” passed away on May 16, 2025, just shy of his 68th birthday. He will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him. Marvin was born …


Bob Byington

Bob Byington was born in Loyalton, California to Theodore and Norene Byington almost to the day October 28, 1928, that the great depression started. His father left his sister and mother when he was a baby. Bob attended many different …


Richard Lee Johnson

It is with a heavy heart that our family is mourning the loss of Richard Lee Johnson (Ricky Dent) who peacefully passed away at home on hospice on 04/21/2025 in the arms of his loving wife of 25 years and …


Betty L. Silsby

Betty L. Silsby, 76, died May 14, 2025, in Carson City, Nevada. Arrangements are in the care of Capitol City Cremation & Burial 775-882 1766


Maria E. Miller

Maria E. Miller, 78, died May 10, 2025, in Carson City, Nevada. Arrangements are in the care of Capitol City Cremation & Burial 775-882 1766


Dyonne “Sue” Alyce Modarelli

Born Los Angeles, raised in Brownsville, Texas and Los Angles. Married Joseph Modarelli July 17, 1981. Worked for Bank of America at Lake Tahoe. Officer for Security Bank of Nevada, Nevada Banking Company, and Sierra Savings. Worked for UNR Dept …


Tristin Redmond

Tristan Redmond age 29 passed away on May 13, 2025, at Renown Regional Medical Center in Reno, Nevada with his family by his side. Tristan was born on August 31, 1995, in Santa Rosa, California to Denise Redmond. He graduated …


Richard Jay Montague

Richard (Rick), a gentle soul, passed in his home on Monday May 12th. Rick’s greatest passion was for animals and worked in pet related organizations during his life. Rick was a lifetime resident of Carson City and graduated from Carson …


Wayne Mills

Wayne Mills, a longtime Douglas County resident and former owner of the beloved Hamdog’s restaurant, passed away peacefully at the age of 83. Born and raised in Maryland, Wayne had an adventurous spirit from an early age. He joined the …


Richard J. Montague

Richard J. Montague, 48, died May 13, 2025, in Carson City, Nevada. Arrangements are in the care of Capitol City Cremation & Burial 775-882 1766


Petrie Franklin Brown

Petrie Franklin Brown, 88, passed away peacefully Saturday May 3, 2025. Petrie was born January 29, 1937, in Kirkland, Washington. He is predeceased by his beautiful wife Marguerite. They married in 1957 and enjoyed 54 years together before her death …


Jean Wendy Ambrose (Gill)

Jean Wendy Ambrose (Gill), age 94, passed away peacefully on January 27, 2025, in Sacramento, CA with her daughter, son, and daughter-in-law by her side. Jean was born to Edward and Betsy Gill on June 26, 1930, in Prestwich, near …


Stevon A. Williams

Stevon A. Williams, 79, died May 11, 2025, in Dayton, Nevada. Arrangements are in the care of Capitol City Cremation & Burial 775-882-1766


Ryan Allen Koffler

Ryan Allen Koffler, 51, died May 9, 2025, in Carson City, Nevada. Arrangements are in the care of Capitol City Cremation & Burial 775-882-1766


Marjorie Farley

Marjorie Farley passed away April 28, 2025 Resident of Carson City and in the care of Waltons Chapel of the Valley.


Sidney Wagner

Sidney Wagner passed away April 28, 2025 Resident of Fernley and in the care of Waltons Chapel of the Valley.


Gerald Murphy

Gerald Murphy 75, passed away in Sparks, Nevada on April 25th. Arrangements are in the care of Simple Cremations


Patricia Ann (Friberg) Dorsey

Pat was born March 17, 1938, in Leadville, Colorado. She died at 86 years old February 3, 2025, in Reno. She was the daughter of Mildred (Billie) Cureton and Karl Friberg, and sister to Joel Friberg Johanson and JoEllen Friberg …


Ledo Quilici

Ledo Quilici, 81, of Dayton, Nevada passed away on April 23, 2025 surrounded by his family. Ledo was born July 4, 1943 to Annunziata and Ruggero Quilici in Lammari (Lucca) Italy. He came to the United States in 1948 with …


Ronald Warren Biggs

Ronald Warren Biggs, age 83, passed on May 4, 2025, peacefully at home with his family by his side in Fallon, NV. Ron was born on June 13, 1941, to Floyd and Nola (Downs) Biggs in Reno, Nevada. They moved …


Edward Froelich

Edward Froelich passed away May 4, 2025 Resident of Carson City and in the care of Waltons Chapel of the Valley


Petrie Brown

Petrie Brown passed away May 3, 2025 Resident of Carson City and in the care of Waltons Chapel of the Valley.


Christopher D Layni

Christopher D. Layni, 56, died May 2, 2025 in Carson City, Nevada. Arrangements are in the care of Capitol City Cremation & Burial 775-882-1766


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