Recent Obituaries and Guest Books

Nan Arnold
12/29/1939 - 5/1/2013

Nan Arnold, beloved wife and mother, went home to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on May 1, 2013. She was born on December 29, 1939 in South Korea and lived throughout the Far East, Ohio, and Northern California as an Army wife before moving to Folsom where she resided for the past 10 years. Nan's greatest joy in life was spending time with her family. She also loved the outdoors and could be seen almost daily gardening and taking long walks in her neighborhood.
Nan is survived by her husband of 52 years, Bill Arnold; daughter, Susan Harmon (David); son, Bob Arnold (Jennifer); daughter, Cathy Calderara (Norm); seven grandchildren; a sister, Nam Bok Kang (Young); a brother, Nak Pyo Chae; and loving nieces and nephews.
A memorial service celebrating Nan's life will be held at Oak Hills Church, 1100 Blue Ravine Road, Folsom on Friday, May 24, 2013 at 2 p.m. with Pastor Kent Carlson officiating.
Nan will be buried at Mountain View Cemetery, Oakland, Calif.

Calvin Orville "Cal" Baker
12/19/1923 - 5/9/2013

Calvin Orville "Cal" Baker passed on May 9, 2013 of respiratory failure. Calvin from Folsom, Calif., was born December 19, 1923 in Oakland, Calif.
He retired from Pacific Telephone Co. He was a member of Submarine Veterans of World War II, Carmichael Presbyterian Church, Scottish Rite, Ben Ali Temple, Carmichael Elks, and Masonic Lodge.
He is survived by his wife, Dorothy Jenkins Baker of Folsom; son, Calvin Baker and daughter Connie Hill both from Texas; daughter, Judith Baker from San Francisco; and Carla Baker from Folsom.
Services were held on Tuesday May 14, 2013 at Morrison Funeral Chapel in St. Helena, Calif.
Contributions may be made to The Shriners Children Hospital in Sacramento, the Scottish Rite Language Clinic in Sacramento or a charity of personal choice.

Angie Just Murray Bellerive
7/9/1961 - 4/15/2013


Memorial services will be held at the Rock of Roseville Church in Roseville, Calif., 202 Bonita Ave., on June 1, 2013 at 11 a.m with potluck following.

Mary Lou (O'Neal) Grindy
1933 - 2013

Mary Lou (O'Neal) Grindy died in Lincoln on May 16, 2013, at age 79. Born in Marshall, Arkansas, in 1933, to Alva and McKinley O'Neal, Mary was the youngest of six children, now deceased: brothers Grant, Bryce, and Bruce O'Neal and twin sister Carol Sue Mackey.
After graduating from Marshall High School in 1950, Mary attended Arkansas State Teacher's College before moving in 1954 to Pioneer, California, where she taught kindergarten and 7th and 8th grade English. She married John Grindy of Plymouth in 1956.
After earning her BA in 1974 from California State University, Sacramento, Mary taught kindergarten and 3rd grade at Sutter Creek Elementary School until her retirement in 1993.
Since moving to Placer County in 1991, Mary enjoyed cooking big family meals, watching her grandchildren in sports, gardening, and rooting for the Giants and 49ers. Her hobby was crocheting afghans and scarves for friends and family and local craft fairs. She will be remembered and missed most dearly for her loving care and devotion to her family, who were always the center of her heart and life.
She is survived by her husband of 56 years, John Grindy of Lincoln; daughter Jennifer Hermon and her husband Brian of Dixon; son Tim Grindy and his wife Michele of Roseville; and son Robert Grindy and his wife Rosemarie of Decatur, Illinois; sisters-in-law Joyce O'Neal, Doris O'Neal, and Lucille O'Neal; six grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews.
The family gives special thanks to the staff of The Villa Residential Care Home in Lincoln and Sutter Hospice for their kindness and care.
Internment will be at Sunset View Cemetery in Jackson. Memorial contributions may be made to Sutter Creek Primary School Library, 10 Broad Street, Sutter Creek, CA 95685. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.danerimortuary.com and signing the guest book.

Sherman Dana Harward
11/8/1955-5/15/2013


Passed away peacefully at home May 15, 2013, surrounded by his family. He is survived by his wife Laura; five daughters Sarah (Nathan), Heather, Aubrey, Suzanne (Erick), and Kaylyn; his parents Sherman and Sarah; his four siblings Tina, Shelley, Sheri and Kelly; and his four grandchildren.
He was born in Provo, Utah and spent his childhood in Utah and Calif. He served a mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in the Columbus, Ohio mission and met his future wife Laura Johnson there. He and his growing family lived in Ohio for 10 years before moving to Loomis, where they have been for the last 18 years. He loved spending time with family and traveling. He was an anchor to his family and will be greatly missed.
Funeral Services were held Monday, May 20, 2013 at the LDS Chapel, in Loomis. Burial was at Mt Vernon. PRICE FUNERAL CHAPEL (725-2109), directors.

Frances McLean Ketcheson
3/25/1922 - 4/27/2013


She went to church on Sunday and sang in the choir, as she almost always did. Early in the week she played bridge and ate dinner with her good friends, attended her weekly Chocolate Society meeting, and gazed at the stars at the visiting Hubble telescope program. She was on the move, as always.
On Saturday, April 27, 2013 Frances McLean Ketcheson died in Davis.
Frances was born March 25, 1922 in Kent, Washington, the exuberant third child of Charles and Mildred McLean. Her father was a barrel maker and farmer and her mother an adventuresome teacher and commensurate gardener.
The spirited tradition of her family was not lost on her when she graduated as valedictorian at Prosser High School in Washington in 1940. After graduation she became a secretary to the dean of the engineering school at the University of Washington, where she also attended classes. It is there that she caught the eye of David Ketcheson, an engineering student, after he served and was wounded in France during the Battle of the Bulge in 1944. They were married in 1949.
David and Frances lived in Detroit, Michigan for a time and then in various places in California including Ontario, Reedley, Auburn, and finally Meadow Vista for 40 years.
She was a faithful member of St. Peters Anglican Church in Auburn where she was an accomplished organist and member of the choir.
She loved playing bridge with her many friends and grandchildren, her annual making and "turning" of the plum pudding with friends and family, and her Kentucky Derby parties where (under the table) bets were taken and Uncle Pete's famous mint juleps were served. She also enjoyed Christmas caroling each season and her annual Robert Burn's day celebration. She had fond memories of rich vegetable and flower gardens, and of successfully growing a magnolia tree in the Sierra Nevada foothills.
During her final years she lived at the University Retirement Community in Davis where she was a formidable bridge opponent and outgoing friend to many. Although short in stature, she will be remembered at the URC as the doting mother and grandmother of her descendants, all of whom loved her and many of whom are quite tall.
Mrs. Ketcheson is survived by her son Tom of Santa Fe, New Mexico, and daughter Kathleen Doty (Paul) of Davis. She is also survived by five grandchildren, three great-grandchildren, and numerous adoring nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband David, son Bruce, and grandson Jason.
A memorial service will be held at University Retirement Community, 1515 Shasta Drive in Davis on June 1, 2013 at 3 p.m.

Todd Alan Kettwig
8/12/67 - 5/20/13


Family, friends, the California Highway Patrol Gold Run Area and an entire community are deeply saddened to report the passing of Officer Todd Alan Kettwig. Born August 12, 1967, Todd grew up with a love of trains and the California Highway Patrol. Todd graduated from DeLaSalle High School in 1986 and attended Diablo Valley College obtaining an Associate's Degree in 1988. Todd graduated from the California Highway Patrol Academy on October 25, 1990, serving as the Gold Run Area public information officer. Todd remained an important member of the Gold Run Area Squad throughout a courageous 19 month battle with cancer. His tremendous work ethic will forever be remembered.
Prior to his assignment to Gold Run, Todd was assigned to Central Los Angeles, Oakland, South Sacramento, Truckee, and Ukiah (Fort Bragg Resident Post). Todd touched many people both professionally and personally. He will forever be remembered as a man who lived with a pure heart full of love.
Todd is survived by his loving wife Karie; daughters, Mackenzie and Megan; mother, Sue; father, Ken; brother, Darin; and numerous members of extended family.
Services will be held at St. Teresa of Avila Parish, 11600 Atwood Road, in Auburn. A rosary will be recited at 6:30 p.m., followed by a Mass at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, May 28, 2013. The memorial service begins at 11 a.m. Wednesday, May 29, 2013 with a reception to follow.
In lieu of flowers and cards, donations can be made to the following:
Officer Todd A. Kettwig Memorial Fund C.A.H.P. Credit Union 2843 Manlove Road PO Box 276507 Sacramento, CA 95827.

Edward N. Lester
1933 - 2013
Edward N. Lester, 79, passed away in Auburn California on May 13, 2013, due to complications with chemotherapy treatment. Edward was born and raised in Southern California to the proud parents Eddie and Lena Lester. After graduating from high school, Edward attended college. Shortly thereafter Edward entered the U.S. National Guard, the 224th infantry/tank company (90 mm gun). After receiving his first, last, and only pay check from the National Guard for $42.12, Edward was honorably discharged due to a medical condition.
Edward then began working for Oscar Meyer Meat Company as a young salesmen, then with State Farm Insurance (Life Insurance), the Woodlake Inn as a purchasing agent, and eventually with Finegold's Restaurant Supply as a very successful kitchen designer and installer for the Sacramento, Auburn, Grass Valley, and Nevada City areas.
Married for over 25 years, Edward was the proud father of two. Edward was a dedicated friend to many, a true humanitarian, and exceptional conversationalist with a quirky sense of humor. He was a delightful human being who loved the Opera, Broadway shows, classical music, and sailing. Edward will be sorely missed by all, but mostly by his family, friends, companion and true love Arlene.
A Celebration of Life will be held at the Newcastle United Methodist Church (NUMC) at 2 p.m. on Sunday, May 26th. A reception will follow immediately after. Memorial donations can be sent to NUMC or Shriners Hospital.

Elmer Russell McBeath
5/13/2013

Elmer Russell McBeath passed away Monday, May 13, 2013. He was born in Folsom, California. He was the only son of Elmer and Clara McBeath. He was proceeded in death by his oldest daughter Andrea and sister Eunice. He graduated from Folsom High School in 1942 and attended Sacramento City College. He was a member of the US Army Air Corps, having served in the China, Burma, India Theater during World War II, flying the "Hump". He returned to Folsom where he married and had a family. He was always involved in his community. He began his fire service career as a junior fireman for the Folsom Volunteer Fire Department at the age of 14. Elmer moved through the ranks of engineer, assistant chief and chief. While volunteering as a fireman he owned and operated a service station on Sutter Street, next door to the firehouse. In 1957, he became assistant chief for the Mills (Rancho Cordova) Fire Department and chief the following year. Under his leadership the district grew from one station and five paid employees to four stations and 67 employees. While chief of Rancho Cordova he initiated the formation of the Sacramento Fire Advisory Board, for which he served as chairman until his retirement. He served as coordinator of Region IV of the California State Office of Emergency Services (which included eleven counties). He served as advisor to Governor Ronald Reagan in developing mutual aid throughout the state of California. At retirement he served as director of the California State Fire Chiefs Association, and president of the Rancho Cordova Fire Fighters Association. He was past president of the California Rural Fire Association, the Tri-District Fire Association and the Sacramento-Yolo Fire Association. Other memberships included; the International Association of Fire Chiefs, the Western Fire Chiefs Association, the California State Fire Fighters Association, the Sacramento County Valley Fire Chiefs Association, the Placer County Fire Chiefs Association, and past member of the American River College Fire Advisory Board. He held memberships in the China, Burma, India Veterans Association, the Veterans of Foreign Wars Folsom Post 6604 where he was past commander and the Georgetown Post 9241, charter member of the Folsom Rotary Club, Rancho Cordova Chamber of Commerce, Folsom Chamber of Commerce, Rancho Cordova Rotary and the Mills One Club. After his retirement he sold and consulted with fire departments for the purchase of fire equipment. He enjoyed traveling the country in his motor home and visiting family and friends, a special hobby was fishing from his commercial boat, SEASL, off the coast of Bodega Bay. Many hours were spent working in his wood shop and attending to his garden.
He leaves to grieve his passing and celebrate his life; his loving wife of 67 years, Shirley Carter McBeath, son Steven and daughter Linda (Bob), devoted grandchildren Christopher (Linda), Loree (Jeff), Matthew (Beth), Paul (Kassie). Shannon (Robbie), Andrea (Jeremiah), Jonathon and Joshua, 15 great grandchildren and two great-great grandchildren. In addition, his dedicated nephews Bob Keefer and Rick (Mary) Keefer.
The family expresses appreciation to Elmer's many friends, especially his fellow firefighters for their support and assistance. A service to celebrate his life was held at Millers Funeral Home, 507 Scott Street, Folsom, California, May 20, 2013 at 11:00 a.m. Family requests donations be made in his name to the Shriner's Hospital for Children, 2425 Stockton Blvd., Sacramento, California, 95817

Richard Meikle
6/2/1938-5/15/2013
Richard Meikle 74 of Auburn woke up in Heaven 5/15/2013
Born June 2, in Tucson, Ariz. to Arthur John and Mary Annie (both deceased) married to the love of his life Anne for 53 years.
After graduating from high school, he proudly served in the Navy 1955-1959 on board the USS Chickisaw, participating in Operation Redwing May-July 1956 at Bikini and Eniwetok. After serving honorably he became a truck driver for Atlantic Richfield and Safeway. He was also a proud member of the Higgins Diggins Lions Club of Grass Valley.
He is survived by his loving wife, Anne, daughter Peggy and husband Dave, son Patrick and wife Cynthia, son Daren and wife Michelle, several grandchildren, great-grandchildren and extended family and friends. He is predeceased by his son Kevin. Richard had many joys in life. One of them was his loyal dog Cindy Lou and his many goats.
Following cremation at Sierra Foothill funeral home, there will be a celebration of life on Saturday May 25 at 11:00 a.m. at the Higgins Diggins Lions Club. Roy Peterson Building 22490 East Hacienda Drive, Grass Valley, Calif. 95949. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the Higgins Diggins Lions Club.