Elizabeth McKinnon Lacy, 83, of Ely, Nevada passed away on September 4, 2019 in Ely.  Betsy was born April 7, 1936 in Fayetteville, North Carolina to parents John and Elizabeth Hall McKinnon.

Betsy grew up in Red Springs, North Carolina and attended Peace College in Raleigh, North Carolina and University of North Carolina in Chapel Hill, North Carolina, graduating with a degree in accounting.  Betsy married James Barnes Lacy on October 17, 1959 in Durham, Nevada.  They originally met in Niagara Falls, New York in the early 1950’s and again in 1958 at the University of North Carolina.  Betsy and Jim traveled and camped throughout the United States and Canada, including 45 of the 50 states and eight Canadian provinces. Betsy started knitting at age five and was a dedicated dog trainer.  Betsy and Jim made their home in Ely since 2005.

Betsy is survived by her husband, Jim, of 59 years and son James Barnes Lacy, Jr. (Sonja) of Las Vegas.  She is preceded in death by her parents.

Services will be held on Saturday, September 21, 2019 at St. Bartholomew Episcopal Church at 11:00 a.m.   A luncheon will follow at the Undercroft of St. Bartholomew Church.  All are welcome.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made in Betsy’s memory to St. Bartholomew Episcopal Church, P.O. Box 151585, El, NV 89315 or the American Cancer Society.  Betsy was a 19-year survivor of cancer.

Chad Lee Henriod passed away unexpectedly at Camp Success with family and friends September 8, 2019. Chad was born November 22, 1973 on Thanksgiving Day, in the middle of Thanksgiving dinner, in Ely, Nevada to Wayne Lee Henriod and Amy Bates Henriod. Chad grew up in Ely, Nevada and on the 3X family ranch in Pleasant Valley, Utah. He attended White Pine High School, graduating in 1992. He attended college for a short time at College of Southern Idaho in Twin Falls. 

Chad was always a hardworking man, starting at Ely Motor Supply at a very young age sweeping floors and cleaning. He then went to work for Carson Construction, where he was first paid with his 1962 Ford pickup from Dewey and Keith Carson at the age of 15 years old. Chad then went to work for Roy Oxborrow at Mt Land Plumbing. Next he worked for Jerry Jones and J&P Auto. His final job was working for the White Pine School District in the maintenance department as Head Water Certified D-2 and a Boiler Specialist, one of the first in Nevada.  He was just shy of 20 years of service. He was a vested member of the Ely Volunteer Fire Department as well and the President of the Support Staff Union for the School District.

Chad married Cassie Davis July 10, 1999 and they welcomed their son Riley Wayne Henriod February 21, 2003. Riley was the light Chad’s life and everything he did was for his son. He had two dogs Bella and Walter, which were  family to him. Chad met the love of his life Carlyanne Palczewski on June 23, 2018 and had never been happier.

Chad loved hunting, fishing, camping, working on the family ranch, woodworking, motorcycles, gardening, old Ford trucks, and helping anyone and everyone with anything anytime.  Chad liked to play hard, and loved even harder. Every friend Chad made became a best friend. Chad will be loved by all who knew him and missed forever.

Chad is survived by his son Riley Wayne Henriod, parents Wayne and Mary Henriod, Mother Amy Sabey, sisters Melody (Wyatt) Combs, Randi (Todd) Bradshaw, Shannin (Jim) Pierce, Bobbie Jo (Joseph) Matthews and Courtney Sabey, the love of his life Carlyanne Palczewski and son Ivan, and his dogs Bella and Walter. He is preceded in death by his grandparent William and Merle Henriod, Cecil and Noma Bates, and Bill and Jewel Grant, stepfather Bob Sabey, and cousin Travis Earl.

A Celebration of Life will be held on Friday, September 20th, 2019 at White Pine High School gymnasium, 1800 Bobcat Drive, Ely, Nevada at 11:00am PST. A luncheon will follow in the high school common area. 

In Chad’s honor, a memorial account has been set up for his son, Riley Wayne Henriod, at Nevada Bank and Trust.

Joyce Ross passed away on September 14, 2019.  She is survived by her loving husband, Jim Ross, her children Denise Ewy, David and Sandi Mason, Duane Mason, and Mike Mason.  

She was a loving wife and mother.  She will be missed.

Services for celebrating life will be October 3, 2019 at 296 Nevada Ave, Ely, Nevada. at 1:00pm.

Roy Lee Robison, Born August 19, 1951, died at his home in Ely at the age of 68 on September 19, 2019.

After graduating from White Pine High School, he joined the Army where he served for 4 years before returning to work on his parent’s ranch. He later worked as the “Tire Man” for NDOT for 28 years.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Warren and Beth Robison, his brother, James “Cricket” Robison, and his wife, Georgia “Tina” Brooks-Robison. He is survived by his daughter, Jeanie Brooks.

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

Helen Kay Herline, age 90, passed away on September 17, 2019.  She was born on May 10, 1929 in Malad, Idaho to Benjamin L. and Helen Jones Deschamps.  She lived most of her life in Ely, growing up with her cousins Dee and Jerry Thomas, who lived in the house next door.  They rode bikes, went to movies and listened to the train as it went by their houses.  She graduated from White Pine High School, where she was a majorette in the marching band.  She worked at Troy Laundry for several years as the bookkeeper.  She married George, whom she loved since the seventh grade; they lovingly raised three children and together owned and operated Herline Jewelry for fifty years, working alongside their son Jerry.  She loved working in the store, helping and interacting with people, and worked until she was 83 years old.   

Kay is survived by her children, Georgia and John Bircumshaw (Salt Lake City, Utah), Jean and Rell Deming (Sandy, Utah), and Jerry Herline (Ely).  Also surviving are grandchildren, Angela (Gregg) Dabb, Jennifer (Stephen) Brown, Krisse Herline, Jayme (James) McConnell and Angela Bircumshaw, as well as ten great grandchildren and her cousin, Dee Etcheverry.  She was preceded in death by her beloved husband George, her parents and her cousin Jerry.

At her request, no memorial service will be held.  Our mother was strong, spunky and full of life.  We will miss her, but she is free from pain and dancing with dad.

Dec. 20, 1954 – Sept 18,2019

Ron Weltzin, our beloved father, husband, and friend, passed away peacefully in his sleep at his home in Surprise, Arizona, Wednesday Sept 18th, after a long strong fight against Cancer.  He was 64 years old.

Ron was born Dec 20, 1954 in Minneapolis, Minnesota to Gerald Bernard Franklin and Dorothy Mary Meuffels.  

Early in his childhood, he and his father moved to Las Vegas, Nevada, where he attended and graduated from Las Vegas High school in 1972.

After graduation, he enlisted in the United States Army, serving 4 years stationed in Germany.

It was soon after returning home from his service time, while making a delivery to the Paris Ranch in Butte Valley, Nevada, that he met and started dating Christy Paris, daughter of Bertrand Paris.

They were married on Dec 10,1977 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Ely, Nevada.  They made Ely their permanent home as well as the Ranch in Butte Valley.  They had two sons, Ronald Bertrand (1979) and Cody James (1983).

Ron worked for the Nevada Department of Transportation for twenty years before semi-retiring to return to truck driving for Montana Express and Gary Amoth Trucking.

Ron was involved heavily in the community with his sons’ activities and sports, White Pine County 4-H, Cub Scouts and Sacred Heart Catholic Church and School. He was a longtime proud member and president of the Ely Volunteer Fire Department, where a lot of his fondest friends and memories were from.  He also was a ranking member and served as the president for the State of Nevada Employees Association.

He briefly moved to Twin Falls, ID, where he remarried to Connie Yuill-Garcia on 10/7/2006.  They then both moved to Surprise, Arizona where he “retired”.  His love of the road continued, but this term of his life, he drove school bus for the school district for the sports teams and eventually for special needs children.  These children held a special place in his heart. Connie remained married to Ron until his final day. She cared for him endlessly once he could not do so himself.

Ron enjoyed a variety of things in his spare time including hunting with family, fishing on Sophie Lake in Montana, or could be found South of Ely at Sunnyside with his longtime best friend, Doug Robinson.  He was a passionate NASCAR fan of Dale Earnhardt #3 and Dale Jr, and would never miss a race, especially attending live races at Phoenix and Las Vegas. He loved watching the National Finals Rodeo yearly in Vegas.  He loved to bowl at Sunset Lanes and pick guitar with his band and good friend Tony “two feathers.” He also loved to spend countless hours and days in his shop and helping at the ranch in Butte Valley.

He is preceded in death by his father Gerald (Jerry), mother Dorothy, brothers Mike and Richard, sister Linda, and his uncles Stephen and Jim (Blackjack).

He is survived by his wife, Connie of Surprise, AZ. 1st wife Christy (Terry) Ostler of Elko, NV.  sons R.B. of Poulsbo, WA and Cody (Crystal) of Jerome, ID. Sisters Connie (Bob) of Surprise, AZ, Deb of Des Moines, IA and Karen (David) of Des Moines, IA.  Aunt Bunny Franklin of Eureka, MT.

He has six grandkids; Dominic, Kruz, Bronx (Cody) and Aubrie, Kyla, Pierce (R.B.)

At this time there is no plans for a memorial service and he will be spread on Sophie Lake in Eureka, Montana and the remainder buried next to his Uncle Steve in Montana, during a small private family event.

In memory and lieu of flowers, the family asks for donations to be made to Sacred Heart Catholic Church in his memory.

On Sunday, September 29, 2019, Cynthia Warren (Erquiaga) died in Ridgecrest, California, at the age of 61 from complications related to COPD.

This spirited and feisty woman was born June 1, 1958, in Fresno, California, and raised in Winnemucca, Nevada. After high school, Cyndi traipsed around the Western United States before settling in Ely, Nevada. 

She spent 20+ years raising her 3 kids, having coffee at the Hotel Nevada, playing Yahtzee, making decorative plates and sponge-painting everything in sight.

Cyndi left Ely for Tonopah, NV, where she lived for a short time before moving to Ridgecrest in 2001. Cyndi was happy to finally be living in a town that had more than 2 stoplights and access to a Kmart.

In 2006, Cyndi was diagnosed with COPD and multiple sclerosis. As with most challenges in her life, she fought hard and believed in the power of family and positive thinking. Cyndi’s lifeline, besides oxygen and grandkids, was crocheting. She showed her love and creativity through crochet. Cyndi had a never-ending enthusiasm and curiosity for life and was always game for an adventure. She loved Pizza Hut and filet mignon; the sweetest Moscato and the strongest bourbon. She genuinely enjoyed learning everyone’s story and did not know a stranger.

Cyndi is survived by her children, Tomi Warren, Jeffrey Warren, and Charley Warren, and three grandchildren, Laci, Charley, and Evan. She will also be missed by her siblings, Alan, Jaci, Linda, Mike, Paula, Sandi, Terry, and Tony.

A memorial will be held on November 16, 2019, at 11:00 AM at Holland & Lyons Mortuary, 216 S. Norma Street, Ridgecrest, officiated by Father James Dowds. 

A Celebration of Life will be held afterwards. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to Knitted Knockers at www.knittedknockers.org. 

In the early morning hours of September 30, 2019, Ben Wesley Stacy, was called back home to the loving arms of our Heavenly Father, to be greeted by his mamma Icie and father James Otis “OB” Stacy.

Ben was born November 2, 1964, his greatest accomplishment was his family. Survived by wife Deana, daughter, Harleigh and sons Hesston & Wesley (Melanie) grandkids Makenna and Ayden, Sisters Betty, Tina (Randy) Brothers Joe, Jay (Beth) of Heavener, OK.

He loved them more than life itself and will forever be watching over them as they continue their

journey in this mortal life, looking forward to the day when he will be reunited with them.

Ben bravely battled cancer for 14 months with ferocity and courage. He returned to work within a week from his initial surgery, because he was a fighter, and he fought to the end, laughing to his last day and appreciating the love his family surrounded him with.

The dignity, love and compassion he showed while facing this horrible disease is an example we should all aspire to. He knew he was sick but would rather reminisce about old memories, laugh and discuss what plans your future had, than dwell upon the inevitable. He would take the good days with the bad and say, “It’s just part of the process.”

Ben grew up in Heavener, Oklahoma surrounded by the love of his parents, brothers and sisters. His life revolved around making acquaintances and friends. The list of people whose lives have crossed paths with his is incredible, especially once he began his career in the mining industry. He met and worked with people across the globe.

His career included time at Philips Dodge, Rio Tinto with assignments in Utah, Mongolia, Canada, visits to China and other foreign countries. His last role took him to Spring Creek, Nevada with Sandvik Mining.

He was preceded in death by his parents and sister Deliphene.

An open house / celebration of life to be held at the Stacy home on Saturday October 19, 2019, 1-4 pm.

In memory of Ben, come out and celebrate his life with a Dr. Pepper and Snickers, along with a favorite memory for his family about how this incredible man touched your life.

In Lieu of flowers please send donations to Huntsman Cancer Inst., Horizon Hospice, PO Box 2284 Elko NV 89803, or a charity of your choice.

Daniel (Dan) Robert Marich, 71, of Ruth, Nevada succumbed to cancer surrounded by his loving family on October 8, 2019. His final weeks were filled with unwavering courage, thoughtful love, and fierce determination. 

He was born in Ruth, Nevada, November 10, 1947, the first of four children, to Duch and Marybelle Marich. He was preceded in death by his parents, Marybelle and Duch and daughter, Amy Marich. 

Daniel is survived by: his beautiful wife of 49 years, Kathy, brother, Joe (Lillian) Marich, Sisters Marilyn (Doyle) Blades, and Susan (Dean) Hall, Daughters Wendy (Nick) Lopez, Jill Jakobiak, Dani (Lisa Olson) Marich, and twins, Kathleen (Tim Vidrine) Marich and Matthew (David Morales) Marich, and grandchildren Wade Burdick, Chad Rosevear, Cole Burdick, Brock Lopez, Bella Jakobiak, Dominique Vidrine, Peyton Ross, Jayce Vidrine, and many nieces, nephews, and extended family. He considered each family member as his pride and joy. 

Dan was a devoted husband, veteran, and outdoorsman, and he spent his life thriving in the outdoors of White Pine County, creating precious memories with his family. Dan was a beloved father, brother, grandfather, uncle, and friend to many in his community. His memory will live on in the hearts of all who knew and loved him.

Dan worked as a manager for many local mines, lastly Rea Gold mine for 10 years, but was forced to give up his career due to a vehicle accident. He spent his free time watching various documentaries and engaging in competitive games of Farkle and Canasta with family every day. He also enjoyed movies and was a voracious reader, especially military and crime novels written by James Patterson. 

A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, October 12 at 11 a.m. at a location yet to be determined. The family welcomes all who knew and loved this incredible man to join them in honor of our Dad’s life. 

Margaret Louise Hendrix Wright Matesen, age 97, passed away peacefully on October 6, 2019 in St. George, Utah. She was born to Robert Peary and Gladys May Jenkins Hendrix on November 28, 1921 in Dayton, Washington. Louise married William Wright Jr. in September 1940 in Brigham City, Utah. They had two sons, Edward and Dennis Wright. Louise and Bill were later divorced. Louise married Jack C Matesen on June 1, 1948 in Las Vegas, Nevada. Their son, Chris, was born two years later. This marriage was solemnized in the Oakland Temple on March 30, 1968.

Louise was a lifelong and devout member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. She served in many auxiliary positions, both in the Stake and Ward levels. Louise and Jack served an 18-month mission to the South Dakota Rapid City Mission, in 1979. Besides church, she volunteered in other organizations and performed service to others.

Because of Jack’s employment, the family lived in several different places in Nevada. While in Sparks, Nevada, Louise worked at the elementary school lunch program then later she worked as a quality control inspector for Capitol Packaging Company. When Jack and Louise moved back to Ely, she worked as a bookkeeper and later as a clerk in the White Pine County Recorder/Auditor Office.

Louise is survived by her sons Ed (Madge), Dennis (Ann), and Chris (Sally) as well as many grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Graveside services were held Saturday, October 12, 2019 at 12:00 noon at the Ely, Nevada Cemetery. In lieu of flowers or other gifts, Louise would like you to perform an act of service for someone else. Arrangements are under the direction of Southern Utah Mortuary. Online condolences can be sent at www.sumorturary.com

Vivian H. (Gabrio) Wiskerchen formerly of McGill, NV, passed away on Friday, October 18, 2019 at the University of Utah Hospital, following a lengthy illness, surrounded by her loving family.

Vivian was born on October 19, 1929 in Cherbourg, France to Edward Clifton and Camille Eugenie Monget Gabrio.

She, her father, and her sister Camille had relocated to St. Paul, MN in 1934 after the death of her mother.

Vivian married the love of her life Leland (Lee) Wiskerchen on May 14, 1949 in Plum City, WI.

In August 1951, the couple moved from WI to White Pine Co., where they made their home in McGill and raised their family.

Vivian was a member of St. Michael’s Catholic Church in McGill and she was also a member of the McGill Rebekkahs Lodge. She always enjoyed her Coffe Klatch get togethers with her friends and the Sewing Club Ladies.

Vivian would always have a warm smile and a hello for everyone she met, especially while working as cashier for the Standard Market, and Goodman-Tidball (Bradley’s IGA) stores in McGill.

Vivian was preceded in death by her parents, her sister, Camille Strey, her loving husband Lee, and son Tom.

Her survivors include daughter, Judy (Wiskerchen) Elze, sons Jake (Julie) Wiskerchen, David (Tina) Wiskerchen, grandsons Jacob (Heather) Wiskerchen, Christopher (Taney) Wiskerchen, granddaughter Camille Wiskerchen, and Great grandsons Elijah and Ethan Wiskerchen, as well as numerous nieces, nephews, and friends

No services will be held at this time. A Celebration of Life will be announced at a later date.

Michael Clark passed away October 20, 2019 in Ruth, Nevada.  He was born September 18, 1953 in Rochester, New York to Clifford and Ruth Clark.

Paul Andrew Boundy lost his battle to esophageal cancer on Saturday, October 19, 2019; he was 86 years young.  The fifth of eight children, Paul was born on May 6, 1933 in Stanrod, Utah to John Andrew and Mable Rose Boundy.  He and his seven siblings grew up in Cherry Creek, NV where his father owned and operated the Cherry Creek Tungsten Mining Company.

Paul attended White Pine High School and was active in sports.  He would later earn a GED as he enlisted in the U.S. Navy on January 5, 1952.  Paul attained the rank of Boiler Operator Helper having served on the USS Wyndham Bay CVE 92 stationed out of San Francisco, California.  He was honorably discharged on December 19, 1955.

Upon separation, Paul gained employment with a logging company in Placerville, California where he would meet the love of his life, Betty Neff.  They were married on May 11, 1958 and Paul became a step-father to her son, Charles Nicolls, born September 12, 1950.  Paul and Betty would eventually complete their family with the adoption of their son, Anthony John Boundy born March 11, 1958.

Paul, Betty and the boys would return to Ely in 1969 and purchase his parents family home to raise his family in.  He worked as a roofer for Buddy Jukich until he gained employment with Bub Hayward at H & R Propane which would then become Suburban Propane; retiring in 2002 from a career which would span more than 32 years.

Paul was an incredible man.  He was kind, giving and had a gift for seeing a situation as it was.  When his grandson Brian was little, he enjoyed taking him fishing…and letting him practice learning to cast in the living room at the expense of Betty’s lace tablecloths much to her dismay.  He was a past member of the Ely Volunteer Fire Department as well as the I.O.O.F. Odd Fellows.  

Paul shared his love of square dancing with Betty until her knees made it impossible to continue.  He was an avid reader, especially of Louis Lamour novels, which he read and reread repeatedly.  Until recently, you could always find Paul sitting at the kitchen table reading his library books while the weather channel played in the background.

Paul was also a talented woodworker; he made 111 cedar chests which are spread throughout the United States.  He was so proud to give them as gifts to loved ones to commemorate important occasions each with a Crafted by: Paul Boundy tag inside the lid.  While he loved his woodworking, the shop also served as a spot to open the big garage door and sit with friends enjoying a beer, or two, in what was referred to as the “Boundy Bar.”

After raising two sons, Paul happily referred to Kerri (Jody) Pintar as his daughter he gained later in life; while we both would argue who was the luckier of the two, undoubtedly it was with absolute certainty “ME;” he was loved dearly and will surely be missed.  Paul also recognized how blessed he was to have his nephew Jack (Cassandra) Santens provide such wonderful end of life care ensuring he could remain at home during his valiant battle with cancer.  A life well lived…heaven gained an angel today!!

Paul is preceded in death by his wife, Betty; sons Charles (Linda) and Anthony; granddaughter Jennifer Dawn; parents John & Mabel; brothers Jack, Bob and William Boundy.  He is survived by his grandsons Brian, David (Laura), Andy (Jennie) Nicolls and granddaughter Christy Hill, numerous great-grandkids; siblings Wally & Pete Boundy, Diane Gunderson and Katherine Davis, as well as many nieces and nephews; and a special friend, Elaine Cazier.

Services will be held on Saturday, October 26th at 10:00 A.M. in the Mountain Vista Chapel, Reverend Red Sims officiating with grave-side services immediately following.  In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory can be made to the White Pine County Library, c/o Lori Romero, 950 Campton Street, Ely, NV 89301.

Erma Ann Egge, 83, passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 20, 2019.  She was born on April 17, 1936 in Afton, MN.  She graduated from Stillwater High School in 1954 and got married on August 28th.  

She had her first child the following year in St. Paul, MN.  A few years later they were living in Great Falls, MT and she had her second son.  

In 1960 the family moved to Las Vegas, NV where she lived for 38 years until retiring to Ruth, NV.  She bore 3 more children between 1962 & 1973.  

She held many jobs along the way and was very proud to be a school bus driver.  She absolutely adored children and really loved being a grandmother.  

She was preceded in death by her parents: Elsie and William Schwartz, brothers: Arnold, Cecil, Chris, Norman and Lester, sisters: Edna, Caroline, Ila and Wilma, and grandson: Corey C. Wilcox.  

She is survived by husband: Norton C. Egge, brother: Bill Schwartz, sons: Gary (Song), Brian (Cindy), Scott (Beth Ann), Chad, and daughter: Sherrie (Mark) Wilcox, plus 7 grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren.  

Services will be held on Sunday, November 3rd at Immanuel Lutheran Church, 975 Avenue K in Ely, NV at 1:00 p.m. with interment immediately following.

Born September 27, 1958; Died October 30, 2019.

Andy was born to Jerry and Frances Piccinini in Ely, Nevada. Andy attended and graduated from East Ely Grade and White Pine High School.  After graduation Andy attended the University of Nevada Reno and later moved to Salt Lake City, Utah.  Returning home Andy went to work first with the mine in Ruth then different propane companies, and lastly Suburban Propane.

Andy was a good athlete he participated in baseball and wrestling.   Andy loved and attended, to many to count, Grateful Dead concerts and had seen Bob Dylan in concert several times.  

Andy enjoyed golfing, hunting and fishing, his goal was to spend time with family and friends not necessarily to improve his score, fill his tag, or catch his limit.

Andy’s love for all sports was shown by his daily routine of getting the Las Vegas Review Journal to insure his knowledge of the point spreads, dates, times, and channels of these sporting events.  His favorite team is the Utah Utes and whoever he bet on that day.

Andy is survived by his brothers Dick Piccinini and Yoes (Mary Kim) Piccinini, daughters Andrea Piccinini, Alesha Piccinini, several grandchildren, nieces’, nephews, and longtime friend Jackie.

Andy is proceeded in death by his parents Jerry and Frances Piccinini and his oldest brother Bill.

A funeral will be held in memory of Andy at Saint Bartholomew’s Episcopal Church in Ely, Nevada on November 16, 2019 at 11:00 A.M.

Dennis Lee Danner, life time resident of White Pine County, passed away at home, peacefully in his sleep on October 31st.  Dennis was born September 19, 1956 in Long Beach, California to LaVonne (Bowman) Danner and Vernie LeRoy Danner on September 22, 1979 Dennis married Vanessa Crafts of Ely. Of that union two daughters were born, Tiana in 1984 and Tabitha in 1987. He was a devoted father and grandfather to his girls and four grandchildren.

Dennis worked as a body and fender man for Hyland Motors and Murdock’s Metal and Paint and later opened the Ruth Body Shop. He also worked for a time at Nevada Northern Railway.  Dennis enjoyed stock car racing, motocross racing, and fishing. He also enjoyed the company of his dog, Bear and his cat, Momma Cat. 

He is survived by: His mother LaVonne Allphin of Ely and his step-mother Judy Danner of Ely. His daughters, Tiana Danner of Ely and Tabitha Danner-Mathews (spouse Matt) of Ely, step daughter Brenda Birmingham of Ely, and current partner Lydia King, and his grandchildren; Zoei Mathews, Michael Mathews, Brenden Danner and Alexia Danner-Mathews. In addition, he is also survived by a brother Rex Danner (spouse Cindy) Roy, Utah, a sister, Debbie Francone (spouse Mike) of Ely and a brother, John Danner of Ely, a sister Penny Allphin of Phoenix, and a brother Larry Allphin of Ely. He is also survived by an aunt, Patricia Barnaby of Phoenix, Arizona and an uncle, Don Danner (spouse, Susan) of Santa Clara, Utah and numerous nieces and nephews, and cousins. He was preceded in death by his father Vernie LeRoy Danner and step-father Jerry Allphin

A Celebration of life will be held at a later date for friends and family.

Annabelle Dobos Londos, affectionately known as Bubba and “Mom” to both her family and friends, passed away November 8, 2019.  Annabelle was born in McKessport, Pennsylvania April 16, 1923 to John and Anna (Banick) Dobos. 

She attended Homestead Hospital School of Nursing and the University of Pittsburgh where she obtained her degree as a Registered Nurse.  After working as an R.N. in the Pittsburgh area, she and two fellow colleagues made the decision to travel “out west” and all worked as nurses in Twin Falls, Idaho, Pasco, Washington and Ely, Nevada, where she met her future husband Harry Londos. Annabelle and Harry were married in the Ely Sacred Heart Catholic Church April 4, 1948. They settled in McGill, Nevada where they raised four children and were very active in the community during their 46 years of marriage.  Annabelle often said the times she found most enjoyable involved her children, whether it was supporting them in activities throughout their school years, participating in Saint Michael’s Catholic Church functions, or just going to the creeks for picnics.  In her later years she thoroughly enjoyed all her grandchildren.

After many years of being a stay at home mom, and once her youngest child entered grade school, Annabelle re-entered the workforce.  She worked as the school nurse at White Pine High School, Lund schools and the Headstart Program.  She also obtained her EMT certificate where part of the training included being lowered by rope off a cliff.  She often told the story of how she became so apprehensive that she accidently flipped herself over and landed upside down as she descended! 

Shortly after her husband’s death in 1994 Annabelle moved to Sparks, Nevada to be closer to her children.  She was a member of the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church and Ladies Guild, she volunteered at the local grade schools and was active in the Sparks senior group “Friends on the Go.”  She was fortunate to live independently until 2016 when she moved to an assisted living residence.

Annabelle was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Harry, son Harry Alex, brother Emory Dobos and sisters Irene McDermott and Thelma Kundman.  She is survived by her son Art (Clarice) Londos, daughter Judy (Joe) Saiz, daughter Janet Londos, sister-in-law Veve Sizemore, brother-in-law George Londos, several grandchildren, great grandchildren, two great-great grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.

A mass will be held November 18, 2019, at 10:00 am at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 900 E. 11th Street, Ely, Nevada, with a burial following at the Ely Cemetery.

“Que Sera Sera”

Dr. Bob (Robert Orin) Pinneo passed away quietly on the morning of November 14, 2019.  He could not win his fourth major battle with cancer and the good Lord decided to take him so he did not have to fight any longer.

Dr. Bob was born in Bozeman, Montana on December 11, 1935 to Victor and Alice (Petersen) Pinneo.  He attended 36 schools in the first six grades as his Dad worked for the Department of the Interior, finding just the right locations to build dams, and whatever else the government needed to build.  They lived in tents, old mining cabins, and boarded up tents as they moved around the country for his Dad’s work. 

Dr. Bob (as he was affectionally known by all who loved him) was an amazing Professor at Valley High School (Las Vegas, NV), as well as developing the first computers for UNLV and teaching many students.  He helped students at White Pine High School finish their Chemistry classes (a subject he disliked very much) when the teacher left unexpectedly with nine weeks of school left.  He loved teaching at Great Basin Community College in Ely, NV and then meeting his students whenever he went to the post office, store, doctor, etc.   

He is survived by his best friend and wife, Evie of 37 wonderful years.  He has one brother, John Michael (Amy), who was quite a bit younger.  He is also survived by his three children: Jacki (Milton) Linn of Las Vegas, NV and their six children, spouses and children; Vicki Gooss of Las Vegas, NV and two children, spouse and child; and Craig (Karen) Pinneo of Reno, NV and their two children, and Evie’s two daughters: Tonya (Trevor) Knell of Nashville, TN and their four children, and Sheila (Shawn) Bruse of Las Vegas, NV.  In total, he is survived by 21 grandchildren and 18 great-grandchildren.  He was one proud Dad and Grandfather.  He has many special cousins as well. 

His favorite tease to Evie was:  “That’s Physics, Dear”.  She will certainly miss that tease.

At Dr. Bob’s request, there will be no services.  

US Army SSG, Joseph “Joe” Kendall Robison, Special Operations Civil Affairs stationed at Fort Bragg North Carolina returned home to his Father in Heaven on November 22, 2019.

Joe was born on November 20, 1992. Parents Kevin & Tracy Robison of Ely, Joe enjoyed many things in life, basketball, hunting, motorcycle riding, fishing, woodworking.  His love and testimony of the gospel in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, provided an incredible purpose in Joe’s life.  

The US Army Special Operations Combat Medic program proved to Joe that he had what it took, to be ARMY STRONG! 

Joe is survived by wife Haley, Parents Kevin & Tracy, Brother Chris (Cherish) Spring Creek Nevada, Grandmother Dixie Mitchell Escalante, Utah, several Aunts, Uncles, Cousins and friends.

Joe is preceded in death by his Grandfather, Theron O. Mitchell, Grandmother Marlene B. Robinson, Grandfather Don C. Robison, and Grandfather Lamond Robinson. 

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that contributions be made in Joe’s memory to the local CACH program for child hunger.  

Services are pending however, expected to be held later in the week of December 2nd , 2019, in Ely Nevada. 

GENEVA-Lorna F. Plunkett passed away Friday November 22, 2019 after a brief but courageous battle with cancer.

Family and friends may call from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. on Friday (Nov.29) at the McGuigan & Bero Funeral Home 45 High St. Geneva. Funeral service will follow calling hours at 1:00 p.m. at the funeral home with the Rev. Thomas P. Mull officiating. Burial will be in St. Mary’s Cemetery.

Lorna was born October 31st, 1940  in Fleetwood England to parents Richard and Emily Isabella Leadbetter. Lorna attended grammar and primary school in Fleetwood and eventually graduated from the nursing program at Blackpool Victoria Hospital in 1964, as a Registered Nurse.  While at Blackpool Vic, she worked in the operating room and ER before immigrating to the United States in 1967.  

Lorna settled in Anaheim California, working for Anaheim Memorial Hospital while earning her certification as a nurse mid-wife.  In 1968, not long after arriving in the U.S., Lorna met and married the love of her life, Danny Plunkett, and soon welcomed the first of four daughters to their growing family.  In 1978 Lorna and Dan moved back to Danny’s hometown of Geneva, New York and Lorna resumed her nursing career at Geneva General Hospital, working in labor and delivery.  Lorna and Dan once again made the trek across the United States, moving to Nevada in 1989.  They briefly lived in Las Vegas before settling in Ely, Nevada, where both worked for Ely State Prison.  

The couple eventually retired and briefly relocated to Boulder City, Nevada, but  after Dan was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s Disease, the couple made their final trek back to New York to be closer to their grandchildren.  Lorna devoted the next few years to tirelessly caring for her husband, who eventually passed in 2015.

Retirement allowed Lorna to enjoy many hobbies that included knitting, reading, and spending hours online researching Plunkett/Leadbetter genealogy.  She was always excited to find a new branch on the family tree or to reconnect with distant relatives.  

Although not much of a cook, Lorna was notorious for her sweet tooth and visitors could always count on her offering a sweet treat. While not known for her cooking, Lorna did have a great reputation for her clumsiness, always finding the most inopportune time or place to fall. While far from graceful, she always bounded up quickly with a smile and a laugh (for all).  She also loved animals and through the years adopted numerous furry companions, offering them a spoiled life full of toys and treats.  Baseball was also a passion of Lorna’s and she enjoyed many pre-seasons trips to Arizona to watch the Diamondbacks.  

Towards the end of her life, Lorna even begrudgingly watched Yankees games with her grandsons and son-in-law, but only if the Diamondbacks weren’t playing.     Lorna lived a full and satisfying life, and although she adored her three daughters, nothing compared to the happiness that her grandchildren brought her.  There was never a band concert, dance recital, kindergarten graduation, or sporting event “Gma”  didn’t attend, and you were guaranteed to hear her voice cheering from the crowd.  She knew the importance of being there and was determined that all of her grandchildren knew how proud she was of each of their accomplishments.  Up until the last month of her life, you could still find her bundled up and cheering on Geneva Panther soccer or streaming her niece Jillian’s Endicott Women’s Ice Hockey games on her iPad, even while sitting in her hospital room!  And during quieter times you could find her sitting with her grandson Cameron, giggling and watching Youtube videos of cats or PBS shows.  There was never any doubt that you were Gma’s world, and you were fiercely loved.  

Lorna is predeceased by her husband of 47 years, Danny, a daughter Kelly Lynn, three brothers John, David, and Richard, as well as sister in laws Katie Anania and Elizabeth Crawford.

She is survived by her daughters Chrissy Plunkett of Las Vegas, Nevada, Wendy Wright, of Geneva, Teresa (Josh) Miller, of Phelps, four grandchildren – Morgan, Daniel and Kaitlyn Wright and Cameron Miller.  Sister Betty (Peter) Lovatt of Woodlesford England and brother-in-law Ronald Anania of Geneva.   

She is also survived by nieces Lisa (Scott) Gibbs, Lynn Anania, Joanne (Rich) Hagan, Claire (Dave) Hall, Brittany (Stephen) Koehler, Samantha (Mark) Mikkelson and Jillian Gibbs. Nephews include Kevin (Mariah) Crawford, Kenny (Lisa) Crawford, John (Cindy) Worden, Kevin (Julie) Leadbetter, Keith (Kathy) Lovatt, Colin (Jenna) Crawford and Scott Gibbs as well as furry companions Chloe, Maddie and Sam.

In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to Beverly Animal Shelter, Thrive to Survive, or the Geneva Panther Soccer program.

The family would like to thank the Lipson Cancer Center, Thrive to Survive, Lifetime Homecare, and Ontario-Yates hospice for their compassionate care and for always being willing to answer the millions of questions that came to mind. Also, a very special thank you  to Bree and Melanie who provided wonderful in-home care in the last few weeks of Lorna’s life.  You made it possible for her family to enjoy the time they had left with her and to know that she was always being provided the best of care when we couldn’t be there.  For tributes and condolences to the family, please visit; www.mcguiganberofuneralhome.com