Lois Garman 1953 - 2019. Celebration of Life on July 27th
Posted by: thepinetree on 07/10/2019 08:32 PM
Arnold, CA...On Thursday, July 4th, 2019, Lois Garman, loving wife and mother of 4 children, passed away peacefully at her home in Arnold, CA after a brave battle with brain cancer. She was 66 years old. Lois was born in Memphis Tennessee on June 7, 1953. She was the oldest of seven children. Her and her family eventually made their way to California where she lived for the rest of her days. Lois worked in the real estate business her entire life. She worked as an accomplished escrow officer for multiple companies. Lois’ last job was working for Placer Title in Arnold.
Dallas, TX...Henry Ross Perot, June 27, 1930 – July 9, 2019, was an American business magnate, billionaire, philanthropist, and politician. He was the founder and former chief executive officer of Electronic Data Systems and Perot Systems. He ran an independent presidential campaign in 1992 and a third-party campaign in 1996, establishing the Reform Party in the latter election. Both campaigns were among the strongest presidential showings by a third party or independent candidate in U.S. history.
Wayne Harrison June 14, 1947 – June 30, 2019. Celebration of Life on July 27th!
Posted by: thepinetree on 07/08/2019 06:10 PM
Arnold, CA...It is with great sadness that we share news of the passing of Richard Wayne Harrison. He died at home after a brief illness with loved ones by his side. Many people know of Wayne through his work as an Environmental Scientist at Calaveras Big Trees State Park, where he worked for over 35 years. He was one of the founders of the CA State Park’s prescribed burn program, and was instrumental in creating a robust fire program at Calaveras Big Trees State Park. He was passionate about using fire in the landscape to bring health to the forest and protect the Big Trees. His leadership and mentoring have guided many to careers in this profession.
Lisa Riggs June 10, 1964- June 27, 2019. Celebration of Life on July 7th
Posted by: thepinetree on 07/02/2019 10:11 PM
Arnold, CA...It is with profound sadness that we share the news that Lisa Riggs passed away after a sudden illness. She is survived by her husband Joe, daughter Katelyn, son Zack and grandchildren Edan, Sachar and Joslyn. She also leaves her Ace family as well countless friends and family members. Join us for a celebration of life for Lisa Sunday, July 7 at 3:30PM – 6:00PM Forest Meadows Golf Club and Café on the Green, 633 Forest Meadows Drive. Please bring a story and a side dish to share.
Family & Friends Say Body of Journalist David Gordon Johnson Has Been Found
Posted by: thepinetree on 06/21/2019 07:40 AM
Mokelumne Hill, CA...From Abigail Bassett via Twitter.."It absolutely breaks my heart to be the bearer of this news. The Calaveras County authorities have let us know that they have recovered Davey's body. He was found in the river. Jaclyn has asked me to share the news.
Governor Newsom on Death of Sacramento Police Officer
Posted by: thepinetree on 06/21/2019 09:45 AM
Sacramento, CA...Governor Gavin Newsom today issued the following statement regarding the death of Sacramento Police Department Officer Tara O’Sullivan: “Officer O’Sullivan represented the best of what we hope to be as human beings in her selfless service to the community and readiness to help those in need,” said Governor Newsom. “She knew the dangers of the job, yet chose to dedicate herself at such a young age to those values anyway. Today, Jennifer and I join the Sacramento community and all Californians in expressing our deep condolences, and stand in solidarity with Officer O’Sullivan’s family, fellow officers and those she served so honorably.”
Sacramento Police Officer Shot and Killed During Domestic Violence Call
Posted by: thepinetree on 06/20/2019 08:37 AM
Sacramento, CA...From the Sacramento Police Dept...This is a summary of the facts known at this time, as this incident is actively being investigated. The information contained is subject to change. Additional details will be released as they become available. On June 19, 2019, at approximately 11:43 a.m., the Sacramento Police Department received a call regarding a disturbance between a male and a female. Officers made contact with the involved female at a residence in the 3700 block of Esperanza Drive.
Statement from the Family of Trent Johnson Who Perished in Lake Tulloch Plane Crash
Posted by: thepinetree on 06/19/2019 09:15 AM
Modesto, CA...The following is from Bill Zoslocki..."As a close friend of the Johnson family, and former student of the widow's father, Dave Mesenhimer, I've been asked to provide the following statement regarding her husband's tragic plane accident. This will be the only statement from the family for now. Trent Johnson had a passion for flying. Since he was a little boy he dreamed of flying, eventually getting his pilot's license, and marrying into a family who also loved to fly.
New York, NY..."Gloria Laura Vanderbilt (February 20, 1924 – June 17, 2019) was an American artist, author, actress, fashion designer, heiress, and socialite. She was a member of the Vanderbilt family of New York and the mother of CNN television anchor Anderson Cooper. During the 1930s she was the subject of a high-profile child custody trial in which her mother, Gloria Morgan Vanderbilt, and her paternal aunt, Gertrude Vanderbilt Whitney, each sought custody of her and control over her trust fund. Called the "trial of the century" by the press, the court proceedings were the subject of wide and sensational press coverage due to the wealth and prominence of the involved parties, and the scandalous evidence presented to support Whitney's claim that Gloria Morgan Vanderbilt was an unfit parent.
Lake Tulloch Plane Crash Update...Plane Located in 110 Feet of Water & Recovery Underway
Posted by: thepinetree on 06/17/2019 08:51 PM
Copperopolis, CA June 16, 2019 at about 11:40 AM, the Calaveras County Sheriff’s Office received multiple reports of a plane crash near Poker Flat shoreline at Lake Tulloch. The plane was observed flying low over the lake when it was reportedly hit some high tension power lines and entered the water. The plane immediately became fully submerged before witnesses could get to the plane. The plane is described as a single engine yellow aircraft. The Calaveras County Sheriff’s Office, Department Fish and Wildlife, Cal-Fire, Copperopolis Fire, and Tuolumne County Sheriff’s Office responded and continued to search the area with negative results. Search efforts continued throughout the night.
