David Alan Toles loved the outdoors. He loved fishing and being in the mountains and around water. He also enjoyed golfing with his family. He was an amazing historian and would tell many factual and historical stories from recollection. He also enjoyed cooking and became very accomplished at it. He had a deep love and consideration for family and friends and will be greatly missed but never forgotten. He was a good, good man.

Alan passed peacefully on July 7, 2018, due to complications following prolonged respiratory disease. He was 70 years old.

Alan was born on June 14, 1948 in Ely, Nevada to his parents, Robert Jesse Toles and Maxine Skinner Toles. Upon graduating from White Pine High School in 1966 he enlisted in the Air Force. Alan separated from the Air Force in 1970, and was honorably discharged in 1972 at the rank of Sergeant.

Alan was a lifetime member of the Vietnam Veterans Association of America, Chapter 744. We are proud of his service to our country.

He retired from gold mining in 2012 and enjoyed retirement by traveling to see family and fishing. He continuously educated himself in cooking and history.

Alan is survived by his brother and sister-in-law, Gary and Gale Toles, as well as his daughter, Tamara Toles.

At Alan’s request, there will be no services. He asked in lieu of flowers, to consider making donations to the Nevada NSPCA or the Nevada Humane Society in honor of his love for animals. Or if so wished, planting a lilac bush in his memory.

Alan requested to be buried in his hometown, Ely, Nevada. He never liked goodbyes so we will just say, we love you, we miss you and we will be seeing you later.

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Mary Margaret Tillman born in Ely, Nevada on January 24, 1937. She enteraed Heaven’s gates on August 17, 2018.

A loving mother. Mary loved Word search puzzles, bingo and watching football, especially her great grandson, Jared. Mary was not a materialistic woman, but one who loved to live in the moment and her smile would lite up a room. She had a very loving and forgiving heart, and she taught her children not to judge people and to accept them for who they are.

Mary was preceded in death by her parents, Silberio and Mary Celaya, her brothers; Raymond and Paul Celaya. She was also preceded in death by her daughter, Lisa Ann Blanco.

Mary is survived by her son, Gary Willard and daughters, Linda McAfee, Laura Waddle, Caroline Griffin and Barbara Watson and her sister Betty Fielding. She is also survived by eleven grandchildren, Alesha Robinson, Nikki Robinson, Steven Waddle, Shayla Waddle, Jesssica Waddle, Britney Harper, Lisa Knudson and Yvonne Hester.  She also has 11 great-grandchildren.

Mary lived most of her life in Ely, until 2002 when she moved to Montana.  When Mary was unable to care for herself, she moved into her daughter Linda’s home in 2011 where she lived until her passing. Mary loved life and she loved to smile and talk about her childhood, and stories of her siblilngs and her father and mother.

A graveside Service is to be held at Ely Cemetery, September 1, 2018 at 1:00.p.m.

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A celebration of life for Mike Kalleres, who passed away on May 7, 2018, is planned for Sunday, September 2, 2018 at 1:00 p.m..

The event will be held at the County Park (across the street from the duck pond).

All friends and family are invited to attend.

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Margaret “Virginia” Jones passed away on August 28, 2018 at the White Pine Care Center in Ely, NV. She was born July 22,1928 in McGill, NV to Otis and Flora Bowen. She attended school in White Pine County. Virginia married Glenn Jones on November 24, 1944 in Ely, NV. They had three children, Linda, Jerry and Tony. Prior to becoming ill, she enjoyed playing bridge, spending time at the Ruby marshes, watching her great grand children and her long visits with her granddaughter-in-law Bobbi.

She is survived by her sons Jerry (Paula) Jones of Ely, NV and Tony Jones of Ruby Valley, NV; eight grandchildren; twelve great grandchildren and one great great grandson; several nieces and nephews and lots of friends. She is preceded in death by her parents, her husband, daughter, grandson, sister and brother.

At her request there will be no services.

The family would like to give a special thanks to Rocky Jones, Jenna Gubler and the rest of the care center staff for taking great care of her.

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Patricia passed away after a short illness at Renown Medical Center on August 27, 2017 at the age of 72.

Patricia (Auntie Pat, Aunt Patty, Pat, Patty) was born July 27, 1946 to Richard and Laretta Gingell. Patty was born and raised in White Pine County.  Graduating from White Pine High School in 1964. She married Paul Gibson in 1971; Paul unfortunately would pass away in 1974 from cancer. Patty then moved to Reno, Nevada where she had a long career at Washoe Medical Center as an RN on Labor and Delivery. After the tragic loss of her brother-in-law, Rodney Bouldin in 1989, she moved to Fort Bragg, California to help her sister Marlene raise her three children. It was in Fort Bragg in 1990 that she met and fell in love with her second husband, William (Bill) Seaholm. They were married in 1998, with this marriage she gained two step-children whom she called and loved as her own. Patty and Bill moved to Oregon where she continued her career as an RN until her retirement. Patty and Bill remained in Oregon until his death in December 2015. Patty then stayed with family  in California until moving to Fernley, Nevada in 2017. She loved Nevada and choose Fernley to be close to her youngest niece, Amber and her family,

Patty is preceded in death by her parents, Richard and Laretta Gingell, her first husband Paul, her second husband Bill, her brother-in-law, Rodney and her neice Mercedes.

Patty is survived by her brothers, Bucky (Karen) Gingell of Twin Falls, Idaho, Scott (India) Gingell of Fort Bragg, California; her sister, Marlene Bouldin of Fort Bragg, California; her step-childlen, Michele (Jay) Hohman of Eureka, California and their child Lonnae; Jr; JR (Julia) Seaholm of Fort Bragg, California and their children; Jordyn, Shayla, Tre and Sophia. Her nieces and nephews whom she also treated as they were her own children, Corinna Bouldin of Fort Bragg, California; Heather (Justin) Williams of Ely, Nevada; Aleathea Gingell of Twin Falls, Idaho; Jeremy (Rachel) Bouldin of Fort Bragg, California; Crystal (Robert) Daneria of Loon Lake, Washington; Misty (Jeff) Olson of Twin Falls, Idaho and Amber (Jesse) Josephson of Fernley, Nevada. Her great nephews and nieces and her great-great nephews and nieces all of whom she loved very much.

No matter what name you called her, Auntie Pat, Aunt Patty, Pat, Patty, she will be dearly missed and will always be in our hearts and loved beyond measure.

Per Patty’s request a private family service will be held.

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Tom Dotson has passed away peacefully at the age of 92.

A proud Nevadan, Tom hunted and fished all over the state and bragged he could cross the state without touching pavement.

He grew up in McGill, NV and only saw the largest body of water he’d ever seen when he arrived in Salt Lake after he enlisted during WWII.

He traveled and lived all over the country, following the best hunting and fishing spots, all the while selling anything and everything including cars, motorhomes, milk and Christmas trees.

His passions were the outdoors, the thrill of the sale and his daughters, for which he had three: Elaine, Faith and Claudine.  He was a wanderer and always hungry for adventure.  He lamented how work got in the way of fun, which is likely why he had over 60 jobs during his lifetime.  He lived a rare and wild life, full of richness and character, much like the state he loved so much.

He is survived by his wife Joan Dotson, daughters Faith Isparo and Claudine Steger,10 grandchildren and 16 great grandchildren.  He has a hope for the resurrection as one of Jehovah’s Witnesses.

Services will be held at the Tamarack Junction in Reno on 9/8/18 at 1:00pm.

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Michael C. Bunker (age 74), Passed away peacefully on Sunday August 5th in Las Vegas, Nevada. He was born November 30th, 1943 in Delta, Utah to James Lang Bunker and Ruby Draper Bunker. He was a graduate of Utah State University in 1972 with a Bachelor of science and a major in forest recreation.

He was happily married to Dow Bunker on June 8th, 1978 in Bangkok Thailand. He worked for the BLM for 30 years. Michael also served in the Vietnam war. His interests were being in the outdoors and exploring many parts of Nevada and Utah. He was an enthusiast of Nevadan history. He will be remembered for his jokes and making those he loved laugh and for a hard work ethic.

He is survived by his wife Dow Bunker of Ely, Nevada; Daughter Mayulee Westling and son in law Robert Westling of Winnemucca,Nevada; Grandchildren Thomas Pyeatt, Tiffany Pyeatt, Edward Pyeatt of Las Vegas, NV; And Alicia Pyeatt of Winnemucca,NV.

Michael is preceded in death by his parents James Lang Bunker and Ruby Draper Bunker; son James S. Bunker; siblings Bryce Bunker, Shirley Marienti, and Raema Bunker.

Per his request there willl be no services.

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Celebration of Life/Potluck luncheon Saturday, September 15, 2018, 2:00 p.m. till 5:00 p.m. Ely Elks Lodge, 694 Campton Street, Ely, Nevada. Main meat dishes, rolls, and fixings will be provided for sandwiches.

Please feel free to bring any dish you would like to share. Soft drinks and water will be available for purchase. Iced tea will be served.

We hope you can join us – bring a funny story or memory about John to share.

Please RSVP by texting 775-293-5209 with your name and number attending.

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In the obituary published September 14, the death date was incorrect. Patricia passed away August 27, 2018.

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May 8, 1945 – August 17, 2018
Bill Shaver was born on May 8, 1945 in Ely, Nevada; The fifth  of six children born to Donald and Georgia Shaver.
Bill was small for his age when he was growing up,  probably because his growth was in his brain power.  He was always creating things and building things.  He created his own phonic alphabet and translated others poems to his alphabet.  Bill was a member of Mensa.
After graduating from White Pine High School in 1963, he joined the US Marine Corps.  Bill moved back to Ely where he worked for the City of Ely Parks Department.  Later Bill moved to Reno, Nevada and lived in Veterans Homes under the care of the Veterans Administration.

Bill was preceded in death by his Father and Mother, Don and Georgia Shaver; and two sisters, Jackie Shaver Klaich and Karling Shaver Kolter.  He is survived by his brothers David Shaver of Duarte, California and Michael Shaver of Reno, Nevada; and a sister, Nancy Shaver Blair of St.George,Utah.
He also leaves behind numerous nieces and nephews who will always remember Uncle Bill for his brilliant mind and wicked sense of humor.

Soar with the Eagles, Bill, you are free at last.  Semper Fi.

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Rita Collins, wife of the late Nevada Supreme Court Justice Jon Collins, passed away on August 14, 2018 at her Las Vegas home surrounded by family and friends.

Rita was born on July 21, 1920 in Dumbarton, Scotland. She is survived by her daughters, Pamela Collins, Candace Collins Olson (son-in-law, James Olson), Jona Wallace, Melissa Collins and Kelly Collins; grandchildren: Amanda Dibble, Alycia Olson, Ashley Olson, Thomas Wallace and Marion Wallace; great-grandchildren:  Regan Dibble, Addison Dibble, Trinity Wallace, Cadence Wallace, Gabriel Wallace, Castel Wallace and Dahlia Wallace.

Rita immigrated to the United States with her parents, William and Elizabeth Baird, in 1923. They settled in Detroit, Michigan where Rita attended Wayne State University and received her degree in 1942. While at Wayne State she served as Secretary of the Yearbook.

At the outbreak of WWII, Rita joined the Foreign Service and was stationed in Cairo, Egypt for the duration of the war. She then moved to Washington, D.C. where she worked for the Democratic National Committee (DNC). While in D.C., she met law student and Capitol policeman, Jon Collins. They married and while Jon was finishing law school at Georgetown, Rita moved to Ely, Nevada to set up his law practice. She worked as the office manager and secretary.

Rita resided in Ely with Jon and their growing family until Jon was appointed to the Nevada Supreme Court in 1966, when the family moved to Reno, Nevada. In 1971, Rita and Jon moved to Las Vegas when Jon was made partner in the law firm Lionel, Sawyer & Collins.

Rita was active in many charitable organizations, especially The Home of the Good Shepard. She was also active in Democrat politics throughout her life including, working for President Truman’s Administration, the DNC and serving as assemblywoman for White Pine County.

In Rita’s free time, she loved to play Bridge and played regularly. She also had a great love of travel, which spanned her entire lifetime, taking her to every continent except Antarctica.

Above all, Rita will be remembered as a loving wife and mother and true and loyal friend.

Rita will be buried in Ely with her husband, mother and grandmother. In lieu of flowers a donation to the American Red Cross will be appreciated.

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Marlene passed away peacefully surrounded by family on September 7, 2018, just ten short days after her sister, Patty.

Marlene was born September 2, 1951 to Dick and Laretta Gingell. Marlene grew up in McGill, Nevada, graduating White Pine High School in 1969. It was this year that she married the love of her life, Rodey Bouldin. With this marriage came three children; Corinna, Jeremy, and Amber. Marlene and Rodney relocated to Fort Bragg, California and  this is where they made their  home and made a countless number of friends. Tragically Rodney was killed  in April of 1989. Marlene remained in Fort Bragg raising her children.

Marelene was a strong, quick witted, kind, full of love and laughter, spunky mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, sister-in-law, Aunt and friend. Her greatest joy in life were her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She was a strong presence in all their lives. They all were her pride and joy,

Marlene is preceded in death by her parents, her one true love, Rodney, her beloved sister Patty, and her niece Mercedes.

Marlene is survived by her children; Corinna Bouldin of Fort Bragg, California, Jeremy (Rachel) Bouldin, Fort Bragg, California and Amber (Jesse) Josephson of Fernley, Nevada. Her grandsons; Kyle (Taylor) Lander and their children; Jaxon, Kennedy, Aiden, and baby Kade (soon to be born). Tyler Lander, Broc Bouldin, Klay Bouldin, Isaac Bouldin, Eli Bouldin, Timothy Josephson. Her ganddaughters; Jessica (Thomas) and their child Ryder; Tabitha Fayal, Annika Fayal, and Radie Josephson. Her brothers; Bucky (Karen) Gingell, Twin Falls, Idaho and Scotty (India) Gingell of Fort Bragg, California. Her nieces; Heather (Justin) Williams, Ely, Nevada, Aleathea Gingell, Twin Falls, Idaho, Misty (Jeff) Olson of Twin Falls Idaho and Crystal (Robert) Daneri of Loon Lake, Washington. Many friends whom she made feel like family.

Marlene was truly one of a kind and will be missed. We will all miss her very much. Fly with the angels and know we will always love you.

Per Marlene’s request, no services will be held.

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Gladys Wohlforth passed away peacefully on September 14, 2018 in Page, Arizona. Gladys was born on April 7, 1924 in Maeser, Utah.

She was the 9th of 10 children born to Josephine and David Lee Hall.  Most of her childhood was spent in McGill, Nevada.

She married Bob Wohlforth on December 1, 1940.  Gladys and Bob raised 3 children, Joan, Shirley, and Robert in both Ruth and Ely.

Gladys was a homemaker, skilled seamstress, and a loving mother and grandmother.

She was proceeded in death by her husband and her daughter Shirley Kinman.

She is survived by her children Joan Larson and Robert (Michelle) Wohlforth; grandchildren Launi (Alan) Kester, Larry Larson, Wade (Mary) Wohlforth, Adam (Crystal) Wohlforth, Susan Janacek, and Scott (Lisa) Kinman.

She is also survived by 12 great-grandchildren, 4 great-great-grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews.

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Susan (Susie) Gust Trauner, age 69, passed away peacefully on September 3, 2018 in Reno, Nevada. She was born on June 15, 1949 in Elko, Nevada to Rissell and Ethel-Ann Gust. She was a graduate of White Pine High School and went on to attend University of Nevada Reno.

Susie had two daughters, Katie Trauner Severns, and Kellie Trauner.     Susie loved the outdoors, being in the sun, gardening, reading and taking care of her adored daugters.

She resided in Sacremento, California for many years and recently moved back to Ely.

Susie was preceded in death by her father, Russell Gust.

She is survived by her two daughters, Katie (Kyle) Severns of Walnut Creek, California, Kellie Trauner of Redwood City, California, her mother, Ethel-Ann Gust of McGill, Nevada, two brothers, Terry (Sally) Gust of Ely, Nevada, Tom (Teresa) Gust of Elko, Nevada and many nieces, nephews and cousins.

A Celebration of Life is planned for the spring. Susie will bedearly missed and forever in our hearts.

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Marie Geraldine Mike, age 94, left this world on September 13, 2018 and entered eternity with our heavenly father.

Marie was born in Belmont, Nevada on June 2, 1924 to Alex and Sophie Mike.

At a young age her father Alex passed away and she was raised by Charley Mike whom she loved very much as her step father. Marie was raised in Smokey Valley (Round Mountain) and Duckwater Nevada and attended the Stewart Indian School in Stewart, Nevada.

In 1963 Marie moved to Ely and made her permanent residence.  Marie worked at William Ririe Hospital as a housekeeper from May 1979 until retirement. Later she worked under the Forest Service Program at the White Pine Senior Center. Hobbies included crocheting which she taught herself, quilting, and gardening.

Marie is survived by her two children Kenneth Mike and Sandra Barela. Grandson Terrence Mike and Great Grandchildren Kayden, Cheyenne and Javeon Mike. Brother Steven (Florence) Mike and two sisters Louise Epaloose and Delphine Ford.

Marie was predeceased by her parents Alex and Sophie Andrews Mike, Stepfather Charley Mike and a daughter Lucille Ratliff. Her brothers Billy, Cleveland, Gene, Johnny, Red, Moccasin and Bobby. Sisters Beads Jeff, Ada Pressy, Ida Smith, Ruth Rosse, Pauline Mike, and Patty George.

Pallbearers are Darwin Mike, Sammy Epaloose Jr., Rodney Mike, Chris Kaamasee, Elroy Mike and Cordell Mike. Honorary Pallbearers are Terrence Mike, Allen Mike and Richard Mike.

Viewing will be held on Friday September 21, 2018 from 6-8 p.m. at Mountain Vista Chapel in Ely Nevada. Services are to be held on Saturday September 22, 2018 at 11:00am at the Duckwater Shoshone Tribal Gym in Duckwater, Nevada. Burial/graveside services will follow at the Duckwater Cemetery. A luncheon will follow after the burial.

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Margaret “Virginia” Jones passed away on August 28, 2018 at the White Pine Care Center in Ely, NV. She was born July 22, 1928 in McGill, NV to Otis and Flora Bowen. She attended school in White Pine County. Virginia married Glenn Jones on November 24, 1944 in Ely, NV. They had three children Linda, Jerry, and Tony.

Prior to becoming ill, she enjoyed playing bridge, spending time at the Ruby Marshes, watching her great grand children and her long visits with her granddaughter-in-law Bobbi.

She is survived by her sons Jerry (Paula) Jones of Ely, NV and Tony Jones of Ruby Valley, NV; eight grandchildren; twelve great grandchildren and one great great grandson; several nieces and nephews and  lots of friends.

She is preceded in death by her parents, her husband, daughter, grandson, sister and brother.

At her request there will be no services. The family would like to give a special thanks to Rocky Jones, Jenna Gubler and the rest of the Care Center staff for taking great care of her.

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July 27, 1955 to September 12, 2018 Carol was born to George and Juanita Harris in Oxnard, California. Her family lived in California, Nevada, Oregon; and then Nevada again when she was 9. She finished her public education in Wells, Nevada. Carol graduated from the Nursing Program for LPNs at the junior college in Elko.

After graduation Carol worked at the William Bee Ririe Hospital here in Ely.       On October 10, 1975, Carol Harris and Kenneth Hall were married. Carol left nursing to be a full-time mother to her children, Jeremiah and Kathleen. Ken’s job as a core driller for the mines kept the family moving frequently for quite a few years. Then Carol and Ken made the decision to make Ely their permanent home.

Carol kept the home together and supported her children in school and athletics. Carol was an active member of the Rebekahs for several years in Ely. Carol liked doing crafts, reading, watching TV programs or movies, rides over Success Loop, and camping. Carol adored her family especially her grandchildren. She and Ken attended their grandchildren’s school and sports activities.

Over the years, Carol held jobs outside the home. She sold Avon, worked as a store clerk, a home health aide, a guard at the entrance gate for a mine, and as the parts department manager for a trucking firm. She was the adamant caregiver looking after her mother-in-law and sister-in-law. When each of them eventually needed help with health issues, they had a former LPN to depend on.

After Ken’s passing she moved to Moscow, Idaho, to be closer to her sister. While living in Moscow, Carol became a member of the Red Hat Society. After about 5 years, Carol moved back to Ely. She had been back here less than a year at her passing.

Carol was preceded in death by both of her parents; her brother, John Harris; and her husband of 34 years, Kenneth Hall.

She is survived by her son, Jerry Hall, and his wife Kenna; her daughter, Kathy, and her husband, Steffen Moskoff; 7 grandchildren: Julianna, Rebecca, and Hunter Hall; Merisa, Karlee, Olivia, and Ethan Moskoff; her sister, Linda (Frank) Fleener, and 2 nephews: Adam and Brian Tanner.

Carol loved deeply, and she is loved deeply.

Funeral services will be held September 22, 2018, at 2 p.m., at Mountain Vista Chapel, 450 Mill Street, Ely, Nevada  89301, followed by a graveside service.

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Paul George Diefenbach II, Past Commander of the American Legion Department of Nevada, and member of the Nebraska High School Sports Hall of Fame,  passed away on September 11, 2018 on his terms:  at home, with his wife by his side and his dog and cat at his feet.  He was 77 years old.

Paul was born in Lexington, Nebraska, and was a lifelong Nebraska Cornhuskers fan.  His induction into the Nebraska High School Sports Hall of Fame in 2007 was on the 50th anniversary of his high school’s Championship Season, when they not only went unbeaten, but unscored upon.

Paul moved to Nevada in 1996.  He resided all over the State:  Carson City, Yerington, White Pine County, North Las Vegas, Hawthorne, but by far, his favorite time and place was the six years he spent in White Pine County in 1999-2005.  Paul was on the Ruth Town Council, the Mount Wheeler Power electrical cooperative Board of Directors, and for a short time, served as chairperson of the White Pine County Democratic party.

Paul was a veteran of the United States Army, serving from 1959 to 1966. He also worked at the Sacramento Army Depot as a technician for twelve years, before retiring in 1993.

He was active in the American Legion, was a Past Commander of Post 51 of North Las Vegas, as well as serving in many Department of Nevada offices.  An avid sports fan, Paul also loved to fish and play golf.

Paul is survived by his wife of 28 years, Laurie Diefenbach, his ex-wife and mother of his children, Norma Diefenbach of Sacramento, his sisters Jacquie Smeltzer of Minnesota, Faith (Stan) Derickson of Wyoming, and Marcia (Lanny) Parker of Arizona, his daughter Debbie (Steve) Lohse of Oregon, his daughter Cyndi (Gene) Suddeth of Citrus Heights, CA, his son Paul (Christy) Diefenbach III of Carmichael, CA, his daughter Julie (Dave) Andree of Rocklin, CA, his son Jeff (Tami) Diefenbach of Sacramento, his daughter Kristi Diefenbach of Sacramento, many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews.

A public Memorial Service is planned for September 22, 2018 at 5:00 pm at Palm Mortuary-Downtown.

Interment will take place privately at Mount Vernon Memorial Park in Fair Oaks, CA.

Paul battled Parkinson’s disease for many years.  In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Keep Memory Alive! at Lou Ruvo Center for Brain Health, or the American Legion, Department of Nevada.

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Rick Colvin, age 68, passed away Friday, September 14, 2018, with his loving wife, Shelley, and his children by his side.  Born Eric Lee Colvin, February 14, 1950, in Ely, Nevada. Rick grew up on Duck Creek Ranch with his grandparents. He graduated from White Pine High School in 1969 and then from University of Nevada Reno in 1974, where he earned his BS in Business Administration.  His prosperous career began in 1979 when he moved to Las Vegas as Controller for Carson Construction and later went on to work for Marnell Corrao in 1986, where he rose to the position of CFO. Being an accomplished business man, he launched his own company, Apex of Nevada, in 2004, and also became a partner in Better Building Systems, where he enjoyed working until his last day.

Rick and Shelley were joined in marriage on December 31, 2010, they loved each other enthusiastically.  Rick was well known by those around him as an outgoing friend who delighted in laughter and conversation, while living life to the fullest.  He enjoyed hunting and fishing and proudly shared his rewards at his Game Feed Dinners. He took pleasure in hosting parties for his friends and family.  He believed in giving back to his community and was a member of the LV Southwest Rotary Club since 1980. Many lives were touched by his great enthusiasm for success – both personally and professionally.  He made life-long relationships and genuinely cared for those he loved. No matter what you needed – he was there for you. He is survived by his daughter Heidi (Steve) and sons Eric (Jessica) and Daniel (Josephine) and step-daughter’s Charity (Bill) and Liberty (Scott); grand-children: Billy, Ryan, John, Abbey, Scotlynn and Tyler; sisters, Penny Marrujo and Susan Holt.  He was preceded in death by wife Gloria and step-daughter Shannon.

A Celebration of Life will be held on September 30, 2018, 1-5pm @ Canyon Gate Country Club, 2001 Canyon Gate Dr, LV, NV 89117.  Please join us to pay your respects.  In lieu of flowers, please make donations to: The Love Your Brain Foundation or the Las Vegas Southwest Rotary Foundation.

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January 31, 1934-September 19, 2018

Bob was born and raised in Ely, Nevada by his parents Clarence and Leah Swain. He graduated from White Pine High School in 1952. Bob graduated from Idaho State University, School of Pharmacy in 1957.

Bob Married Joanna Black in Ely, Nevada in December of 1953. After graduation, Bob and Joanna settled in Ely, NV where he worked under his father, Clarence Swain, and Art Gaufin at Ely Drug Store and East Ely Pharmacy. Bob and Annie raised five children in Ely, Mitch, Michelle, Christopher, Timothy and Kevin.

Bob was a member of the Knights of Columbus and a long time member and “Chairman of the Board” of the White Pine T.V. District. He was a member of the High Desert Grotto (spelunking) in local caves.  He was also a member of the Ely Elks Lodge #1469.

Bob loved to hunt, fish, backpack and spend time in the outdoors. He passed on his love of the outdoors to all his children.

Bob is survived by his loving wife Joanna “Annie”, daughter Michelle (Jesse) Frandsen, sons, Chris (Sharmaine) Swain, Tim (Nikki) Swain, and Kevin (Janene) Swain. Numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his parents, Clarence and Leah, sister, Marjorie and son, Mitch.

Bob will be dearly missed by family and friends. May his memory be eternal.

A Recitation of the Rosary was held Monday, September 24, 2018 at 7:00 P.M. at Mountain Vista Chapel.  The Mass of Christian Burial was held Tuesday, September 25th at 11:00 A.M. at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church.  Burial followed in the Ely City Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers an account has been set up at the First National Bank, Ely, in Memory of Robert Swain, to benefit Sacred Heart Catholic Church.

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