Obituaries

Yerington, Nevada Obituaries

Joseph "Joe" A. Sacra

Joseph "Joe" A. Sacra

Mar 10, 2025

Joseph (Joe) Anthony Sacra from Petaluma, CA passed away on March 10, 2025 while staying in Yerington, Nevada.

He was born February 4, 1955 in Washington, DC and raised in Falls Church, VA he attended George Mason High School and went to Lincoln Tech Automotive School in Arlington, VA.  Joe had many friends while growing up on...

Alex Clark

Alex Clark

Mar 5, 2025

Alex Clark passed away at his home on Wednesday, March 5, 2025.  He was 94.

Alex was born in Richmond, California on March 31, 1930 the youngest of 5 to his parents William and Jemina Clark.

He had many professions and businesses during his life, from Hercules Dynamite Plant, a demolition business, a Liquor Store...

Ronald Travillion, Sr.

Ronald Travillion, Sr.

Mar 2, 2025

On Sunday, March 2, 2025, Ronald E Travillion Sr. Passed away at home with his loving wife by his side.

Ronald was born November 5, 1948 in Houston, Texas the son of John and Laura Travillion.

Ron served his country proudly as a Senior Chief Petty Officer in the Navy for twenty-year. Through the term...

Judith Ann Foster

Judith Ann Foster

Feb 18, 2025

With deep sadness, we announce the passing of Judith Ann Foster on February 18, 2025 in Carson City, Nevada.

Judith was born on November 13, 1942 in Jamestown, North Dakota.  she was a loving mother, grandmother, great grandmother and a friend to many.  She was a devoted mother of her twin sons, Ward and Wade and her...

Dennis James Penner

Dennis James Penner

Feb 13, 2025

Dennis James Penner, aged 80, passed away peacefully on February 13, 2025, in Yerington, Nevada. He was born on August 14, 1944, in Beatrice, Nebraska, to Earl and Martha (Marvin) Penner.

Dennis was a retired truck driver and a proud Navy Vietnam Veteran. During his service in the Navy, he received numerous awards, including Sailor of the...

Valerie Salet Breckenridge

Valerie Salet Breckenridge

Jan 21, 2025

Valerie Salet Breckenridge passed away unexpectedly at her home in Yerington on Tuesday, January 21, 2025.  She was 77.

Val was born in San Francisco, California on August 29, 1947 the daughter of Valentine and Norma (Richardson) Salet.

Val worked thirty plus years as a Computer Program Specialist at Bently in Gardnerville.  She enjoyed Bowling...

Joseph Albert Milligan, Jr

Joseph Albert Milligan, Jr

Jan 19, 2025

Joseph Albert Milligan, Jr. passed away at the Carson Nursing & Rehabilitation Center in Carson City on Sunday evening, January 19, 2025.  He was 101 years old.

Joseph was born in Miles City, Montana on December 18, 1923 the son of Joseph and Lillian Milligan.  He was an Army veteran.  He served during World War II in...

Steve Larry Menesini

Steve Larry Menesini

Jan 11, 2025

Steve Larry Menesini passed away at Renown Hospital in Reno, Nevada, on Saturday, January 11, 2025. He was 82 years old.

Steve was born in Yerington, Nevada on November 11, 1942, the son of Dave and Isabella Menesini. He lived in Yerington for most of his life. After going to Hartnell College, he returned to Yerington to...

Joan Lucille Lemere

Joan Lucille Lemere

Jan 7, 2025

Joan Lucille LeMere passed away on Tuesday, January 7, 2025 at her residence in Yerington.  She was 91

Joan was born in McCanney, Texas on March 19, 1933 the daughter of John and Francis (Murray) Nettleton.

She worked many years at the Patten State Hospital in California.  She had lived in Yerington for over 45...

Billee Sue Lacey

Billee Sue Lacey

Jan 6, 2025

Billee Sue Lacey passed away on Monday, January 6, 2025 at the Renown Medical Center in Reno.  She was 23.

Billee was born July 1, 2001 in Fallon, Nevada the daughter of Bill and Linda Lacey.  She graduated from Yerington High School in 2019.  She played basketball, baseball, volleyball and softball.  Her hobbies that she enjoyed was...

Rachael Irene Kimball (Nee: Blaine)

Rachael Irene Kimball (Nee: Blaine)

Dec 28, 2024

Rachel passed away peacefully from the natural cause of congestive heart failure at 90 years of age in Carson Tahoe hospital in Carson City, NV where she was visited and comforted by family members. Rachel came from a large family in Oklahoma that later moved to Oregon while she was a child. After she grew up there, she married...

Keith Stauffer

Keith Stauffer

Dec 27, 2024

Keith "Nub" Stauffer passed away peacefully at the residence of his daughter and son-in-law in Fernley, Nevada, on December 27, 2024, at the age of 80.

Nub was born on September 22, 1944, in Logan, Utah, the son of Keith Hughes and Margaret Stauffer. His father was killed in World War II when Nub was just one...

Priscilla June Thompson

Priscilla June Thompson

Dec 24, 2024

Priscilla June Thompson (April 1, 1938 to December 24, 2024) passed away at her home surrounded by her family.  Priscilla's battle against stomach cancer mirrored her fight to provide for her children and step-children in her early years.  She always accepted what circumstances presented themselves raising a family, moving from ranch to ranch, and she always made things abundantly...

Robin Lynn Rosaschi

Robin Lynn Rosaschi

Dec 16, 2024

Robin Lynn Rosaschi passed away at his home in Yerington on Monday, December 16, 2024 , he was surrounded by his loved ones.  He was 75.

Robin was born in Yerington on January 7, 1949 the son of Romeo and Lota (Madwell) Rosaschi.  IN 1968 he went to Arizona State University for a year.  He also served...

Elsie M. Brower

Elsie M. Brower

Nov 14, 2024

Elsie Brower passed away peacefully, on November 14, 2024 at her home surrounded by her family. She will be greatly missed by her family and friends.  She was 88.

Elsie was born on January 21, 1936 in Yerington Nevada to Joe and Julia Carlos. Upon her mother's death when Elsie was small child she was raised by...

Karen J. Munson

Karen J. Munson

Nov 12, 2024

Karen Jean Munson passed peacefully away at her home in Yerington, Nevada on Tuesday, November 12, 2024.  She was 81.

Karen was born in Hanford, CA, on November 1st, 1943. Her parents Marilee (Chic) Bodenstein and Al Bowman moved the family to Wabuska, NV, in 1948 and resided on the ranch on Bowman Lane.  Karen attended schools...

William G. Lacey

William G. Lacey

Nov 11, 2024

William Gilmore Lacey passed away on Monday, November 11, 2024 at the South Lyon Medical Center.  He was 63.

Williamm was born in San Manuel, Arizona on November 20, 1960 the son of David and Sharon Lacey.  He moved to Yerington in 1968.  Bill was a very hard working man and his first job was at the...

Brandon Joseph Ivanich

Brandon Joseph Ivanich

Oct 21, 2024

Brandon Joseph Ivanich, born July 2, 1983 in Fairfield California, has taken his last breath surrounded by loved ones on October 21, 2024. Brandon's life was a testament to resilience, hope, and an unshakeable faith in God. Despite facing unimaginable challenges from a young age, he inspired all who knew him with his unwavering spirit and positivity.

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John David Smith

John David Smith

Oct 21, 2024

John David Smith (Jack) passed away on Monday, October 21, 2024 at Carson Tahoe Medical Center in Carson City.  He was 74.

Jack (John David) Smith was born May 23, 1950 in Turlock, California. His parents were John Edward and Marjorie Ruth (Schendel) Smith. He was a graduate of Turlock High School, class of 1968.

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Larry Lee Lockwood

Larry Lee Lockwood

Oct 11, 2024

Larry Lee Lockwood passed away on Friday, October 11, 2024 at the Life Care Center in Reno.  He was 82.

Larry was born in Whittier, California on January 30, 1942 the son of Harold and Doris Lockwood.  Larry was a veteran serving in the US Army

Larry is survived by his seven year companion, Patricia...

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