Stephen Mitchell Borchert passed away at the age of 67 in Sacramento on February 28. Stephen was born in Reno to Irvin Borchert, a pioneer White Pine county aviator and manager of Yelland Field, and his wife Jessie, who met Irv while teaching at Ely Grade School. Stephen’s paternal grandparents, Harry Borchert, and Josephine Burke were pioneer settlors in the Spring Valley where they raised Irv and his siblings Kay and Dorothy, lifetime residents of Ely, on the Jackrabbit Ranch. Stephen’s  cousin Casey Fisher served as senator from White Pine County in the Nevada legislature

Steve visited White Pine County often where he swam in the McGill pool, picnicked at Cave Lake, and toured Ft. Schellbourne and Cherry Creek in pursuit of his life long interest in Western history. Steve graduated from C.K. McClatchy High School in Sacramento and San Jose State.

He was preceded in death by his beloved wife Triona and is  survived by his daughter Sinead and his brothers Mark and Steve and many cousins, nephews and nieces.

Services were held on March 12 at 11 am in the Scottish Rite Masonic Center (6151 H Street, Sacramento). A true honorary son of White Pine County and proud native Nevadan Stephen will be missed by many.

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James Ross Prince (Jim), 79, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family in Salem, UT on March 18, 2016 after a thirty-year battle with Parkinson’s disease.

He was born August 8, 1936 in Ely, Nevada to Rawson Mendis Prince and Hope Jensen. He was a hard worker from a young age, spending time on his grandfather’s farm, working for his father’s grocery store, and finally the highway department before graduating high school. He graduated from White Pine High in 1954. Shortly after, he joined the Army and served two years in Fort Carson, Colorado. In 1959, he went to work for First National Bank of Ely until 1978, when he moved to Caliente, NV to serve as vice-President and later President of newly founded Nevada Bank and Trust until his retirement in 2003.

During his early years he enjoyed hunting, fishing, golfing, and even flying his plane before school began. He especially enjoyed his time working as a disc jockey at KELY radio station in Ely, where he worked part time before his shift at First National Bank. He loved spending time at home with his family and frequently took his children outdoors. He was a lifelong member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints where he served in the Bishopric and actively participated in the Scouting program. He was also a member of the Rotary Club for twenty years, serving two terms as president.

His is survived by his wife Rosa, children: Gary, Craig, and Ross Prince, Luis and Ivan Ortiz, Cynthia Wilson, sister Karen Haynes, 31 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents Ross and Hope Prince, his brothers Robert and Gary Prince, and three sons: James Jr., Rodney, and Troy Prince.

Funeral services will be held March 26, 2016 at 11:00am at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, 60 South Main Street, Salem, UT. A viewing will be held at the church from 9:30-10:45am. Interment will take place at the Salem City cemetery.

Funeral Directors: Utah Valley Mortuary. Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.uvfuneral.com.

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Dorothy Bess McCoy Phillips passed away on Friday, March 18, 2016 in Ely, Nevada at the age of 95.  She was born near Fargo, Oklahoma on March 10, 1921 to Loyd McCoy and Cora Weiss, the fifth of fourteen children.  Her early years were spent in Oklahoma, Colorado, and California.  After graduating from Reno High School, Dorothy was employed for several years in various positions of office work- typist, secretary, book keeper and telephone operator.
Dorothy married Lloyd Eugene Phillips, Sr. in Fallon, Nevada in 1950.  They moved to Ely in about 1953.  She was preceded in death by her husband in 1993.  She managed on her own for many years, with the help of friends and her sons, until needing more supervised care.  She was at the White Pine Care Center from January of 2015 until her passing.
Dorothy is survived by two sons, Lloyd Eugene Phillips, Jr. (Jean) and William Michael Phillips (Beverely); six grandchildren, Justin Phillips (Ashlee), Sylvia Haslem (Doyle), Tiffany Stubbs (Scott), Kirk Phillips (Samantha), Kylie Phillips and Sierra Phillips; nine great-grandchildren, Hunter, Hailee, Jacob and Kaitlynn Phillips, Mason and Weston Haslem, Connor, Alac, and “Baby Girl” Stubbs.
Dorothy’s surviving siblings are Blanche Lattin of Reno, NV, Peggy Lucille Watkins of Gold Beach, Oregon, John McCoy (Shirley) of Homedale, Idaho, and Shirley Hockett (Glen) of Crawford, Colorado.
Dorothy was known for her sense of humor.  She had many talents and hobbies.  She sewed, knitted, crocheted, embroidered and quilted.  She produced original works of art in leather, eggshell and wood.  She took art classes from Great Basin College and Northern Nevada Community College and enjoyed working with pastels, water color and charcoal.  She was an avid reader.  She was a gifted story teller and writer, submitting occasional articles to the local newspaper.
Dorothy loved the history of Nevada, stories of ghost towns, and anything connected to the old West.  She loved the mountains, whether hiking them or painting them.  She loved to hunt for berries, pine nuts, garnets, old nails, barbed wire samples and old bottles.
Dorothy served others in many ways.  Over the years she tutored with various literacy programs in area elementary schools.  She took Defense Civil Preparedness classes.  In the 1960s she worked in the Cub Scouting program.  She volunteered for the March of Dimes.  She trained as an EMT and as a hunter safety instructor.  She served on the Ely City Council in the 1980s and was involved with adult education in the 1990s, working at the Ely Conservation  Camp.  Dorothy spoke at a 1999 convention of the Nevada United Four Wheelers Association as an Ely historian.  For a number of years, she was involved with the Retired and Senior Volunteers Program.  In her later years, she enjoyed visiting local thrift shops in her motorized wheel chair.
Dorothy attended many different religious congregations over the years.  She was baptized a member of the L.D.S. church in December of 2012.  At her request, there will be no services.

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Mildred passed away at home, surrounded by her family.

She was born in Ely, Nevada to Orvis and Louise Robison.  She graduated from White Pine High School and married Gene Peterson in 1952.  They moved to Sparks, Nevada in 1961.  She enjoyed working 30 years for the State of Nevada – 15 at UNR and 15 at Nevada Department of Wildlife.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Gene, and her sister Kathryn.

Mildred is survived by her children Don (Jackie) Peterson, Karen Roesler and Jim Peterson, eight grandchildren:  Kari, Emily, Katie, Claire, Elizabeth, Lucas, Miriam, Lydia and six great-grandchildren.  She is also survived by her sister, Phyllis Merrell of Hanford, CA.  Mildred enjoyed spending time with her family, camping, gardening, sewing and reading.  At her request, no services will be held.

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Frankie Elizabeth Dolan Munson, 99, passed away on March 17, 2016 in Ely. Frankie was born to James Terrance Dolan and Alice Harriet Goodall in Pioche, Nevada on February 16, 1917. She attended schools in Cherry Creek and graduated from White Pine High School.

Frankie will be remembered for her quick wit and sweet personality. She was able to enjoy her 99th birthday with family, friends and neighbors.

Frankie was preceded in death by her parents; first husband, Jack Geraghty and son, Guy Geraghty.

Frankie is survived by her husband Glenn Munson; Granddaughter Lisa Baldwin of Alaska; Great Grandchildren Scott and Tasha Baldwin, of Alaska; Brother and Sister-in-law Bob and Janice Thomas of Arizona; her furry friend Susie; nieces and nephews;and many friends.

No services are planned.

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Phyllis Eugenia Lyman, age 75 years, of McGill, NV passed peacefully in her sleep on March 22, 2016 in Ely, NV.  She was born July 14, 1940 in Springville, Utah to Robert Elwood and Zerma Ann Herbert.

Phyllis married Lynn Loveridge and then Lyle Lyman.  She enjoyed knitting, crocheting and reading.  Phyllis loved visiting with her family.

She is survived by her husband Lyle Lyman of McGill, NV; children Joe Lyman, Linda Bohrn, Robert Loveridge, Doris Lyman, Debra Lyman, Lisa Loveridge, Lisa Lyman, Leon Lyman, Jeffrey Lyman and Roger Thompson; Several Grandchildren and great grandchildren; brother Gerald Herbert and several nieces, nephews, cousins, in-laws and beloved pets.

Phyllis is preceded in death by her son Steven Loveridge, granddaughter Cynthia Bohrn, grandson William Sorenson III, granddaughter-in-law Aurora Bohrn, brother Robert “Bobby” Herbert, sister Anna Pearl Hatch and brother David Herbert.

Graveside services will be held Tuesday, March 29, 2016 at 12:00 P.M. at the Ely City Cemetery Ely, NV.

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Cynthia (Cindy) Lynn Bonty went to heaven on March 7, 2016.

Cindy was born in Honolulu, Hawaii on Janury 8, 1962.

Cindy is survived by her sons,Mark Bonty, Jr., Clayton Bonty, her father, John Countryman, sister Debby Countryman Willes, grandchildren, Kylah and Kane Bonty along with nephews, nieces and cousins.

Cindy ws preceded in death by her son Michael and mother, Rebeca (Becky) Countryman.

Cindy was cremated.  Her ashes will be sent to her son’s in Wasilla, Alaska as she wished.

Services will be conducted there.  No local services are planned. She will be missed by many.

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Margaret Louise Miller Bath passed away in Salt Lake City, Utah on March 19, 2016 after a courageous eighteen-month battle with pancreatic cancer.

Margaret was born on August 30, 1946 to Rosalie Sundberg Miller and Dale Van Miller in Ely, Nevada.

On January 29, 1979 Margaret married Thomas Albert Bath at St. Bartholomew’s Episcopal Church in Ely.  Margaret and Tom are the proud parents of Thomas Oakley Bath (Jenni Dalley), Andrew Dale Bath (April) and Paul James Bath (Becki).  Margaret’s pride and joy in her life were her four granddaughters Jillian Tessie Bath, Evvan Rose Bath, Ava Rinda Bath and Emerson Miller-Jean Bath.

Education was very important to Margaret, and she was always learning about something.  After graduating from White Pine High School in 1964, she earned a Bachelor of Science degree from University of Oregon in 1968, a Bachelor of Pharmacy degree in 1978 from University of Utah; and a doctorate in Pharmacy from University of Florida in Gainesville in  2008.

Margaret took great joy in life and lived with graciousness and enthusiasm.  She loved going on adventures with friends and family, and loved spending time with her children and grandchildren.  She took such an interest in others, and gave the absolute best hugs.  Passionate, creative and kind, she always had a smile to share with those around her.

As the owner and face of Economy Drug in Ely, she represented the finest qualities of humankind through her compassion as a pharmacist and friend.  She worked at separate times alongside both her father and son Andrew, and championed the growth of a thriving family business.

Margaret was a visionary community leader.  She believed in her community, and worked effortlessly to support it.  She was a founding member of the Ely Renaissance Society and the Great Basin Community College’s Foundation Board.  She also served in leadership roles for the White Pine Public Museum and the St. Bartholomew’s Episcopal Church Vestry and Alter.  After a medical outreach trip to Kenya, her concern over child hunger encouraged her to help found the Committee against Childhood Hunger (CACH) which provides nourishment to White Pine County Children.

Margaret was preceded in death by her parents and brother, Raymond Dale Miller.  She is survived by her husband, children, and grandchildren, beloved nieces, nephews, cousins, and thousands of cherished friends.  Her legacy of hope, forgiveness and love will live on indefinitely.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to two community projects that Margaret’s passion and drive helped establish:

The Committee Against Childhood Hunger (CACH),

PO Box 151585, Ely, NV 89315

-and-

The Ely Renaissance Society,

PO Box 150028, Ely, NV 89315

A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, March 26th at 11 am at St. Bartholomew’s Episcopal Church.  A Celebration of Life and luncheon at 12:30 pm at the Bristlecone Convention Center will follow.  All are welcome to both.  If you can’t attend, celebrate your memories of Margaret by giving someone new a hug that day.

Margaret’s remains will be interned in the St. Bartholomew’s Memorial Garden, a place she envisioned as a memorial to her father and a space of contemplative peace for all to enjoy.

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Patrick (TIC) Barela was called to heaven on March 10, 2016 after fighting a lengthy illness. Patrick was born in Ely Nevada on December 1, 1965 to Josie and Patrick Trujillo. When Patrick was a little older he was adopted by his grandparents George and Mary Barela. He was known for his unique personality and his hard work. Patrick was a helping hand to his community when his was healthier. He enjoyed fishing camping, hunting working, riding four wheelers, fixing cars and driving truck and spending time with his loved ones. Patrick was a very family oriented man.

Patrick is survived by his daughter Mary Trujillo-Barela of Ely Nevada. His biological mother Josie Trujillo of Utah. Sister Rosie Adamson of Ely. Brothers Chester Barela and Jr Barela of Ely. Also, his half sister Bernadette (Cody) Burrows of Vernal Utah. His uncle Leroy Trujillo of Vadito New Mexico, numerous cousins and nieces and nephews.

Proceeded in death by his ex wife Margaret Jeanette Menzies Barela. His Biological father Patricio Marcial Trujillo, His parents George and Mary Barela. His half sister Brenda Hampton, His brother Gilbert Barela nephews Cody Drake, Larry Leaders III. Niece Anna Marie Hiatt.

Patrick will be greatly missed by his loved ones and close friends. He was the type of man that would go out of his way to help anyone in need. Patrick spent majority of the time with his canine companion Sasha. Sasha was pat’s sidekick and they kept each other in good spirits. Patrick has touched many people’s lives. There will always be great memories surround his family. He was a very strong man who had a tough life but always kept a big smile on his face even when times were hard and he was down. His family will always love him for always and forever in our hearts.

The family would like the thank everyone that helped pat throughout his journey.

The services will be held on April 1, 2016 11:00 am at the LDS Stake Center in Ely Nevada, Followed by a luncheon.

In Lieu of flowers, contributions towards final expenses may be made to Mountain Vista Chapel P.O Box 151707 Ely, Nevada 89315 or 450 Mill Street Ely, Nevada

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Sharon Emerson Mellos Saal left this world on March 27, 2016 after a long illness.

Sharon was born on May 11, 1941 on the family farm in Shellsburg, Iowa to Wilmer Emerson and Arlene Nelson. She married A.J.  ( Tailey ) Mellos  in 1957 at the Greek Orthodox Church in McGill, Nevada after attending White Pine High School . Tailey and Sharon had three sons, Gregory, William, Demetri and one daughter, Chrisoula.

Chrisoula remembers   her mother being a wonderful horsewoman and a beautiful dancer. Regardless of whether she was wearing ice or roller skates, Sharon moved with a grace that others only dreamt of.  She also had a wonderful knack for conversation and meeting new people.  The odds of Sharon being able toshare a piece of your family history with you moments after learning your last name were very high.  She had a love of Greek food and to her family’s delight she was always ready and willing to whip up a meal for anyone experiencing a hunger pain.  Her grandkids will always remember her delicious cookies.

Sharon spent her most recent years residing with her husband (the late Robert Saal) and their beloved cats in their cozy home overlooking the Little Popo Agie River in beautiful Lander, Wyoming.

Sharon was preceded in death by her sons Gregory and Williamand her grandson, Baby Tailey.

She is survived by her sister Gerry Mathis, her daughter Chrisoula, her son Demetri, his wife Traci, her grandchildren, Demetri Mellos, Alexis Thompson, Amy Bell, Rebecqa Trail, Cole Mellos, Amanda Falcon, Thomas Mellos , Corrine Mellos, Ira Daniel, her nephew Layne Harris, her niece Sherry Harris, great grandchildren and step daughters, Robin, Wendy and Tracy.  Sharon will be missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing and loving her.

At the request of Sharon, there will be no public services.

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Raymond J. Celaya was born August 29th, 1934 and passed away on March 12th, 2016, he was 81 years old. Raymond was born in Eureka, NV to Mary and Silbero (Pete) Celaya.

Raymond moved to Ely, NV with his family when he was a small child. He attended Ely Grade School and graduated from White Pine High School. After graduating High School, Raymond went into the Armed Services, he was stationed at Fort Carson, CO.

Raymond worked for Kennecott Copper Co. working in both Ruth, NV and Magna, UT. Raymond retired after a 30 year career with the company.

Raymond loved to ride his motorcycle. Anyone who new Raymond knew that his motorcycle was his passion in life. Raymond also enjoyed hunting, fishing, being outdoors, playing pool and bowling. He also had a talent for leather work.

He was a member of the Sacred Heart Catholic Church and the Ely Basque Club.

Raymond is survived by his two sisters, Betty Fielding and Mary Margaret Tillman, his son John Danner and numerous nieces and nephews.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Mary and Silbero Celaya, his brother Paul Celaya, brother-in-law David Fielding and wife Patty Celaya.

Services will be held at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church on Friday, April 8th, 2016. The Rosary will begin at 11:00 AM and will be followed by Mass. The interment will follow at the Ely City Cemetery. A luncheon will be held after the interment at the St. Lawrence Hall.

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November 18, 1924 – March 31, 2016

Robert (Bob) E. Dickenson, long-time Nevada cattle rancher, died March 31, 2016 in Reno, Nevada at age 91.

Born November 18, 1924 in Ventura County, California, Bob was raised in the Saticoy-Santa Paula area. He began his lifetime of hard work and determination on the family ranch at a young age. While Bob participated in sports, his love of the land and agricultural pursuits was evidenced early on by his enthusiastic participation in Future Farmers of America as a boy. Upon discharge from the U.S. Navy at the end of WWII, Bob returned to join family business pursuits in both citrus and cattle. There he would continue his life-long interest and affection for personal aviation; Bob flew in his teens and continued well into his 80’s.

Bob remained in California until the late 50’s, when he purchased the Moorman Ranch in Eastern Nevada, moving his wife and 4 children to the city of Ely.  Throughout his life, Bob was involved in many community, business, conservation, and economic endeavors in White Pine County.

Bob was preceded in death by his 2 sons, David and Eric.

He is survived by his wife Ellie Dickenson, daughter Nancy (Bob) Dickenson Jones of Friday Harbor, WA, son Paul (Norma) Dickenson of Reno, NV, grandchildren Michael Dickenson (Amy) of Ashland, OR, Garrett Dickenson of Reno, NV, Heather Jones of Bozeman, MT, and Daniel Jones of Seattle, WA.

Services are being held on Saturday, April 9 at 1 PM at the Unity Church, 2207 Kings Row, Reno, NV.  In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Alzheimer’s Assn, Northern Nevada Chapter, 1301 Cordone Ave, Ste 180, Reno, NV 89502 .ROBERT (BOB) E. DICKENSON November 18, 1924 – March 31, 2016 Robert (Bob) E. Dickenson, long-time Nevada cattle rancher, died March 31, 2016 in Reno, Nevada at age 91. Born November 18, 1924 in Ventura County, California, Bob was raised in the Saticoy-Santa Paula area. He began his lifetime of hard work and determination on the family ranch at a young age. While Bob participated in sports, his love of the land and agricultural pursuits was evidenced early on by his enthusiastic participation in Future Farmers of America as a boy. Upon discharge from the U.S. Navy at the end of WWII, Bob returned to join family business pursuits in both citrus and cattle. There he would continue his life-long interest and affection for personal aviation; Bob flew in his teens and continued well into his 80’s. Bob remained in California until the late 50’s, when he purchased the Moorman Ranch in Eastern Nevada, moving his wife and 4 children to the city of Ely. Throughout his life, Bob was involved in many community, business, conservation, and economic endeavors in White Pine County. Bob was preceded in death by his 2 sons, David and Eric. He is survived by his wife Ellie Dickenson, daughter Nancy (Bob) Dickenson Jones of Friday Harbor, WA, son Paul (Norma) Dickenson of Reno, NV, grandchildren Michael Dickenson (Amy) of Ashland, OR, Garrett Dickenson of Reno, NV, Heather Jones of Bozeman, MT, and Daniel Jones of Seattle, WA. Services are being held on Saturday, April 9 at 1 PM at the Unity Church, 2207 Kings Row, Reno, NV. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Alzheimer’s Assn, Northern Nevada Chapter, 1301 Cordone Ave, Ste 180, Reno, NV 89502 .

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Milton David Gardner passed peacefully at his home in Lund, Nevada, on April 1, 2016, at 97 years of age.  He was born eight days after the Armistice ending WWI (November 19, 1918) to David Cannon Gardner and Ruth Burgess Gardner, pioneer settlers of Lund.  He was educated at Lund Grade School and Lund High School.  He was the last remaining grandchild of Robert Gardner, an 1847 pioneer of the Salt Lake Valley, and later St. George and Pine Valley, Utah.

Milton served a mission for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints from 1939 to 1941 in the Southern States Mission.  Upon his return to Lund, he was called as Bishop of the Lund Ward.

He married Joan Brandis of East Ely, Nevada, on May 16, 1945, in the Salt Lake Temple. They farmed part of the original family fields and milked dairy cows morning and night for many years while raising their two children.

Milton began working at Kennecott Copper in the Ruth Tire Shop in 1970 and retired from there after making many new friends which he enjoyed.

He served faithfully in many callings in the LDS Church including Branch President of the Duckwater Branch, Lund Ward High Priests Group Leader, Sunday School President, and faithful Home Teacher well into his 90s.

He is survived by his wife of 70 years, Joan, as well as daughter, Ann Louise (Ralph) Alger of Spring Creek, Nevada, and son, Brent (Nina) Gardner of Lund.  He was so proud of his 12 grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren.

Daddy witnessed the first car to drive into Lund and has lived to see the amazing technology of today.  He was color-blind as well as suffering from Macular Degeneration in his later years.  The perfect tribute to his memory would be to wear bright colors as he can now see all the beautiful bright shades and hues.

Services will be held at the Lund LDS Church on April 9, 2016.  Viewing is from 10:00-10:50 with the funeral service beginning at 11:00.  Interment immediately following the service at the Lund Cemetery.

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EVA (EVE) PAPEZ HERMON

Beloved wife, mother, sister and friend, Eva (Eve) Cecilia Papez Hermon, 85, passed away April 10, 2016, while at home with her family.  A Vigil Service will be held at St. Michaels Catholic Church at 7 PM, Friday, April 15, 2016.  A Funeral Mass will also be held at St. Michaels at 11 AM, Saturday, April 16, 2016, with a reception following.

Eve Hermon was born November 27, 1930 at home in McGill, Nevada to Nikola and Roza Papez, the second youngest of 11 children.  Despite the economic challenges of the time and the marginalization of immigrant families, Eve and her siblings excelled in school. Eve graduated from White Pine High School in Ely, Nevada, in 1948, and was voted Most Outstanding Student during her senior year.

Eve received a degree in nursing from St. Alphonsus Hospital in Boise, Idaho, in 1952. She was employed by White Pine Country Hospital until 1956, when, as a young single woman, she accepted a job offer to work at the Valley Hospital in Palmer, Alaska.  Not familiar with the frontier environment of Alaska, she arrived in a dress coat, dress and high heels on October 6, 1956.  She was readily welcomed into the Palmer community, made many life-long friendships and acclimated to the local culture, offering a strong sense of her identity and a soft heart for others.

On June 28, 1959, Eve married Matanuska Valley Colonist Ben Hermon, beginning their 57 years together, which included raising a family of four children and welcoming extended family and friends into their home.  Together they exemplified the virtues of hard work, sharing of talents and community service.  She continued to work as a registered nurse until she retired in the late 1980s, being a loving and reliable companion to many who were sick and dying.  She was very involved in church activities at St. Michael Parish, PTA, Little League sports and scouting, American Cancer Society and helped establish the hospice program in the Valley.  She loved to knit and read books about politics, history and espionage, in addition to watching professional football and baseball, her favorite teams being the Pittsburgh Steelers and New York Yankees.

Eve is survived by her husband, Ben Sr.; two sons, Ben Jr. of Lakewood, Colorado, and Jon (and wife Mindy) of Eagle River, Alaska; two daughters, Mary Hermon of Palmer, Alaska and Jewell Evelyn of Colorado Springs, Colorado; three grandchildren, Neil Stimpson, Alexandra Hermon, and Mathias Hermon; sister Patricia Maestes of Ely, Nevada, and many beloved nieces, nephews, in-laws and friends.  She was preceded in death by her parents Nikola and Roza, siblings Anne, Jon, Michael, Lucille, Katie, Peter, Rose (Lola), Nick and Jerry, and Hilda Hermon, whom she regarded as a second mother.

Her family asks that, in lieu of flowers, donations be made to Valley Hospice Resources, 1150 S Colony Way, Suite 3 PMB 349, Palmer, Alaska  99645 (www.valleyhospiceresources.com).

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Rodney S Loper, 56, passed away April 7, 2016, due to injuries received in an automobile accident.
He was born June 10, 1959 in Ely, Nevada to Richard and Nevada Loper.
Rod graduated from White Pine High School in 1977 and went on to attend Vocational School in Twin Falls, ID for mechanics.
He worked for a variety of employers including Morrison Knudsen Corp, Magma/BHP Nevada Mining Company, Alta Gold, Barrick, Atlas Gold Bar, Alligator Ridge/Amselco. He was working for Titan Constructors Inc. at the time of his death.
Rod’s mechanical aptitude was envied and admired by all who knew him. He had a special talent for all things mechanical from an early age. He also overcame many adversities with dignity. He spent a lot of time on the family ranch throughout his life and especially enjoyed the times he and his close friend Bill Marsh would go out together to do maintenance.
He leaves behind his Mother, Nevada Loper, Ely, sisters Lori Morales (Bob) Reno, NV, Sandy Richardson (Bart) Pocatello, ID. Nephew Kendall Harris (Kristen) Sparks, NV, nieces Kallie Todaro (Michael) Sparks, NV, Brooke Richardson Anderson (Mike) Pocatello, ID, and Whitney Richardson Pocatello, ID.
The funeral will be on Friday, April 22, 2016 at 11 a.m. at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Ely, NV.

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\John Robert “Bob” Hill age 86 years, passed away February 19, 2016 in Ely, Nevada.  Graveside services are scheduled for Friday April 29th at 11:00 A.M. at the Ely City Cemetery.

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Heaven gained a beautiful angel today as our beloved Mother, Grandma, Nana, Sister, Aunt and Friend, Shaunna Stewart, who lost her valiant two year fight with cancer on April 12, 2016,Shaunna lived her life and then faced her illness with a beautiful spirit. She is now at peace in the loving arms of her husband, Michael, and her parents, Ivan and Bonnie Bradley.

Shaunna was born March 26, 1956 in Ely, Nevada, a place she loved and always called home. Friends and family were Shaunna’s passion and delight.  She was incredibly devoted to her children and grandchildren.  Left to cherish her memory are her sons, her “Heroes”, Casey, Chad (Sarah), Derek (Tara); her “brightest lights”, her grandchildren, Kaylee, Zavry, Khloe, MaKayla, Hunter, and her beloved pup, Sach.  She is survived by her siblings Bob (Karen) Bradley, Iva (Nolan) Davis, Nora (Jim) Levie, adored nieces and nephews, loved aunts, uncles, cousins, Michael’s family and beautiful friends.

It was the simple things around her that Shaunna never took for granted.  She found pure joy in a good cup of coffee and a new morning sunrise. Her goal was to never let a single day pass by without offering an act of kindness to make the smallest difference.

Shaunna loved unconditionally, always listened to people, never left anyone out, and could turn a stranger into a new friend in minutes.  She believed that even in adversity, you could find a small miracle.  And so many times those miracles were the people who came to her when she needed them most.  Her wish was that every person who touched her life knows how much she loved and appreciated them. A special thanks to Hospice Visions for their exceptional care.

At Shaunna’s request there are no services planned at this time.  Her simple wish would be that a genuine act of kindness be shared in her memory today.

Rest in peace our dear Shaunna.  Forever in our hearts.

If I listen closely

I can hear the rustle of Angel wings

and I know you are still with us.

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Alan Dale Howes, age 61, passed away unexpectedly on April 22, 2016, at his home in Arlee, Montana.  Alan was born October 23, 1954, in Salzburg, Austria, to Nolan and Daisy Howes.

He is survived by his mother, Daisy Howes, siblings Lynda Berger (Craig), Scott Howes (Erika), Cheryl Joyner (Brent), Janet Henze (Ron), Mark Howes, Eric Howes (Debra), Lisa Liddle (Nathan) and Lori Howes.

His father, Nolan Howes, and a brother-in-law, Craig Berger, preceded him in death.  Funeral services are pending.

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Perry Arley Miller passed away March 11, 2016.  He was born in Ely, Nevada to Marie and Frank Miller, January 12, 1957.

He attended Lane City school. He enjoyed fishing and hunting with his brother.

He was preceded in death by his father, Frank Joel Miller and two brothers; Alan Joel Miller and Walter Arron Miller.

He is survived by his mother, Marie Miller and brother, Larenzo Miller, both of McGill; several aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews and many friends.

A Memorial will be held on May 14, 2016 at 3:00 p.m. at the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) in Ely.

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Robert Sheldon Reid, 88, passed away on Wednesday April 20, 2016 in Reno NV.

Sheldon was born on October 19, 1927 in Ely NV to Robert and Zella Harrison Reid.  He was the youngest of 4 children. He grew up in Lund NV where he graduated high school and then farmed, ranched and raised a family.

In 1977 he relocated to Fallon NV where he owned and operated a tire shop. He moved to Sparks NV in 1984 and resided there until his death.

Sheldon is survived by his 5 children,  Dennis (Heidi), Jess (Vicki), Lester (Lola), Tim, Shelley Lucas (Craig), 12 grandchildren, and 13 great grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his wife Darlene, parents and siblings.

A memorial service will be held on Saturday April 30th @1:00pm at the Lund Church. Burial will follow immediately at the Lund Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers please make a donation to your favorite charity.

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