Mary Jo Brown 01/21/1961 – 08/23/2024 Today, I share the passing of my wife, Mary Jo Brown. She left us on August 23rd, 2024, at the age of 63. She was surrounded by her rescued pit bulls, Lucy, butter, baby girl Roxy, Bruno, Mars, and Luna, our rescued pot-belly pig. She was a special needs bus driver for the mountain ...

Joanne Burnett Ripley 4/26/1953 – 6/12/2024 We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of our dearly beloved and adored mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend, Joanne Ripley, age 71. Joanne passed away, peacefully and surrounded by love, after a brief illness. Joanne was born in Schenectady, New York to Charles and Lois Ripley. She was the 3rd of ...

Margie Jeanette Howell August 9, 1944 – May 3, 2024 Margie Howell passed away shortly after celebrating her 60th wedding anniversary with her husband Berl. Margie’s life was one of love, friendship, and fun. She is survived by her husband Berl and children Debbie, Paula, Mike, grandchildren, and great-grandson. Margie’s life was well lived and loved. She will be missed ...

Eugene R. Harvey March 10, 1934 – July 17, 2024 Eugene R. Harvey (Gene) Born March 10, 1934 in Fresno, Ca. After a lengthy bout with Alzheimer’s disease, Gene passed away peacefully on July 17, 2024. A lifelong resident of North Fork, he attended North Fork Elementary School, and graduated from Sierra High School in 1952 where he played varsity ...

Vickie Marie Fouts (Scofield) Age 72 Vickie Marie Fouts (Scofield) passed away peacefully on May 23, 2024, at the age of 72. Her two children were at her side. Her grandchildren and daughter-in-law came in shortly before she passed to say their farewells. Vickie grew up in Big Oak Flat, CA and moved to Coarsegold, CA in the early 80’s ...

Kenneth Allen Foster Age 67 Kenneth Allen Foster (Kenny), age 67, passed away at his home in Reno Nevada after a devastating ski accident in March. Kenny grew up in Fullerton, graduating from Sunny Hills High School. A lifelong artist, Kenny’s career began with a bachelor’s degree in art from CSU Fullerton. He furthered his education decades later by earning ...

Marti Sue Houchard September 4, 1946 – March 27, 2024   Marti Sue Houchard,77 coalesced with the light on March 27, 2024, in Santa Maria, California. Marti was born September 4, 1946, in Los Angeles. A long-time mountain resident, she was admired by many who knew her radiant spirit. Left behind to carry on Marti’s legacy of uniqueness are her ...

Norman Chenowith March 8, 2024 On Friday, March 8, 2024, Norman Chenowith passed away. He was 92 years old. Norm was the 8th of 9 children born to Ernest & Nettie Chenowith. During his lifetime, Norm was an X-ray technician in the Army during the Korean War, a restaurant owner/manager, an apple ranch owner, a construction worker, and a bowling ...

Sandra Lou Parr Stewart April 17, 1952 – October 26, 2015 Sandy was born on April 17, 1952, and passed away on October 26th, 2015.  She was the baby daughter to Opal and Ray Parr.  Sandy and Charlie Stewart were married on April 24, 1970, and had 2 daughters, Jamie Rebecca and Toni Marie Stewart.  Sandy attended Fresno State College ...

Jessica Astorga August 31, 1987 – 2023 Jessica Donikowski Astorga was born to Marie and Rodolfo Astorga on August 31st, 1987 in Duarte, California. She grew up in Oakhurst, California as the eldest sister to Lyndsey and Marissa. Upon Rudy’s passing in 1990, Jessica and her sisters were provided for by her mom Marie and countless other strong resilient women. Upon ...