McNary-Moore Funeral Service

04/20/2026

Obituary For Lyle Wayne Charter
Lyle Wayne Charter was born May 4, 1932, in Arbuckle, CA to Halbert D. and Marie A. (Kull) Charter. Known for his incomparable quick wit, countless individuals knew him as the "Cowboy Poet Laureate of Colusa County." Many say he was born "100 years too late" – but this life-long, hardworking almond, olive, and walnut farmer was also an authentic muleskinner, who lived life to the fullest, and leaves behind a lasting legacy. Lyle died peacefully April 17, 2026, after a brief illness.

His second home was anywhere there was a set of mountains where he could take a pack string of mules and a fly-fishing rod. He and his wife of nearly 60 years, Laurie, spent many years volunteering with the California Fish and Wildlife Service and the Back Country Horsemen of California to plant trout in high-country lakes. Other organizations who received his valuable time include the Free and Accepted Masons - Colusa Lodge No. 240, the Arbuckle Community Church, and the Arbuckle 4-H Club.

Lyle knew no strangers and would strike up conversations with anyone. He could educate them on everything from WWII history to how to shoe a horse or recite the most side-splittingly funny cowboy poem – and as his body became weak, his mind remained very sound. Though he only had a high school education (and if asked where he went to college, he would tell you, "the School of Hard Knocks"), Lyle was a gifted craftsman and could fabricate the most complex projects, including farm equipment and tools, wagons for mules and horses to pull, horse trailers, or spurs, bits and bridals, rarely even putting the plans down on paper. These talents were passed down through multiple generations of his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.

Along with his parents, Lyle was preceded in death by his brother Raymond Charter, sister-in-law Mary (Young) Charter, and his granddaughter Holly Moorhead. He leaves behind his wife, Laurie, daughter Christine Charter Moorhead, son Jeffrey (Debbie) Charter, son Erick Charter, and daughter Kate (Cecil) Smith, as well as sisters Evelyn Jansen and Lorraine Davis. He also leaves behind six grandchildren, nine great grandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews. He was truly a devoted family man.

The last goodbye's the hardest one to say ... this is where the cowboy rides away. Happy trails, cowboy!

Graveside services will take place at the Arbuckle Cemetery on April 29, 2026 at 10 a.m. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made to the Arbuckle Fire Department, the Arbuckle Community Church, or the charity of your choice.

04/16/2026

Obituary For Alan Bradford Dell
Al was larger (and louder) than life with his boisterous voice and quick wit. He enjoyed duck hunting, fishing, camping, bonfires, movies, gardening, painting and spending time with friends laughing at (and with) others

Born in Chico to Betty Jean and Bradford Benjamin Dell, he moved to Vallejo, CA in 1966. At 16 years old in 1968, he started working at Mare Island under a program that helped him obtain his GED and provided him with training as an Electrician, working as a civilian for the Navy in the shipyard. He worked on the crew of the infamous submarine USS Guitarro that sank in the bay pier side during initial testing, this drew national attention and they won the Flying Fickle Finger of Fate award on the TV show Laugh In. Al worked on Mare Island until retiring in 1993. Upon retirement, he moved to Princeton and managed the trailer court for several years. Being caretaker of the trailer court allowed him to spend time duck hunting and on the Sacramento River fishing, while also being unofficial mayor of the bonfire, as his home was right in the middle of the trailer court where several sportsmen came and stayed

for the season.

Al had 3 wives and celebrated 4 marriages, marrying one wife twice. He married his high school sweetheart (Hazel in 1968) and had a son, Richard Alan Dell. Al came into this authors life when he relocated to Princeton and met the authors grandmother, making Jane Dell his 4th wife. They were friends long before they got married in 2002 and kept separate homes in Princeton up until only about 6 years ago, which both joked was the secret of a happy marriage.

Al enjoyed gardening and set up a huge garden that supplied the whole town with vegetables. Al was a meticulous note taker; he took tangible notes on neon colored 3x5 cards about everything and was very organized. His notes ranged from his health stats, his to-do lists, to his painting; he cataloged every painting he finished with the date finished, the material used, the awards received, and who he gifted it to. He also had them numbered in chronological order. Al enjoyed staying curious his whole life through, he was a voracious reader and was always learning something new.

Al is survived by his son, stepdaughter Tina (Ben) Gordon, stepson Joe (Audrey) Young, grandchildren Courtney Jimenez and Richard Dell Jr, and 3 great grandchildren, along with his brothers Dan Hogan and Terry Kerp, and sister Chrisy Frickstead.

Al will be interred to rest at the Princeton Cemetery on May 8, 2026 at 10am.

04/13/2026

Obituary For Harold J. Fleury
Harold J Fleury passed away at Chico Enloe Hospital on Monday, March 30th, after a brief illness. He was born on August 8, 1942, in Modesto, California, to parents Theodore and Clara Fleury.

After graduating high school, he went to work for Cal Fire, where he was a fire jumper, parachuting out of a plane into the heart of a fire, and later working as an engineer. During his time there, he once helped find a lost child and fought many fires on the ground. He then went to work as a peace officer/counselor at Fouts Springs Youth Facility, where he later retired after thirty-one years of service.

Harold loved hunting, fishing, smoking different meats, and working around the small farm he shared with his wife of fifty-three years, Vivian Fleury, who passed away in 2023. Harold is survived by his two daughters, Barbara Moore and Tina Nauman, two grandsons, two great-granddaughters, several cousins, nieces, and many friends from the close community he lived in, Stonyford, California. He will be dearly missed.

Service to be held at a later date at Stonyford Cemetery.

04/12/2026

Obituary For Vicente C. Hernandez
Vicente Hernandez, 92, of College City, California, peacefully entered eternal rest on April 6, 2026, just one day after celebrating his 92nd surrounded by his loving family.

Vicente was born on April 5, 1934 in Rio Laja, Guanajuato, Mexico to Jesus and Eustacia Hernandez. He later made his home in College City, California, where he built a life rooted in family, faith, and hard work. Vicente was a devoted husband to his beloved wife Consuelo Hernandez with whom he shared 73 loving years of marriage.

A deeply faith-filled Catholic man, Vicente was an active and respected member of his church community, always serving with humility and devotion. He was a proud member of the Knights of Columbus, where he lived out his calling as a servant of God and others.

Above all, Vicente was a family man. He treasured time spent with his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. His presence brought comfort, wisdom, love, and laughter to every gathering. He also had a great passion for sports and especially loved cheering for the S.F. Giants and the S.F. 49ers.

He was preceded in death by his son, Jesus R. Hernandez; daughter, Teresa Sanchez; and granddaughters, Judy and Maribel Corona.

Vicente is survived by his loving wife, Consuelo Hernandez; his children: Rosa (Jose Corona), Margaret (Juan Corona), Juan Hernandez (Alida), Connie (Serafin Colsa), Jaime Hernandez (Shannon), and son-in-law Raul Sanchez. He also leaves behind 23 grandchildren and 50 great-grandchildren, each of whom brought him immense pride and joy, as well as two sisters and many nieces and nephews.

Vicente will always be remembered for his strength, kindness, unwavering faith, deep love and dedication to his family. His legacy will live on the many lives he touched.

A Rosary and viewing will be held on April 16, 2026, from 3:00-5:00 p.m. at Holy Cross Church in Arbuckle, Ca. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on April 17, 2026, at 11:00 a.m., also at Holy Cross Church with burial to follow at Arbuckle Cemetery.

He will be deeply missed and forever loved.

04/08/2026

Obituary For Glenn Edward Golden
Glenn Edward Golden, a lifelong resident of Williams, passed away March 9, 2026, at his home. He was 69.

Born Nov. 7, 1956, Golden spent his life in the Williams commu nity. He enjoyed fishing, camping, reading and riding his Harley.

He is survived by his brother, Tom (Donna) Golden; niece, Rachelle Golden; and nephew, Eddie Ullrey. He was preceded in death by his mother, Melba Golden, and father, Glendell Golden.

Services will be held at 11 a.m. April 24 at Colusa Cemetery under the direction of McNary-Moore. A reception will follow at Rocco’s Banquet Room.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a local youth shooting sports club, Field of Dreams or a local fire department.

04/08/2026

Obituary For Phillip James Church

Phillip Church passed away peacefully at his home in Rimrock, Arizona, on Wednesday, Aug. 27, at the age of 65, following a nearly six-year battle with prostate cancer. He was surrounded by loved ones and his faith ful companion, Karma.

Phillip was born June 18, 1961, in Colusa, California, the first of four children born to James Church and Ardell Rollins. He was noted as the first boy born on Father’s Day that year in Colusa County.

He is survived by his faithful companion, Karma; his sons, Dylon, Tayler and Cooper; his daugh

ters, AmberRae and Alex; and his grandchildren, Trent and Ally. He is also survived by his mother, Ardell; his aunts, Ardis Beddow and Bonnie Warren; his sisters,

Melissa (Bruce) Wilkerson, Karen (Kirk) Pendleton and Rebecca Stickland; and numerous cousins, nieces, nephews and extended family.

He was preceded in death by his father, Chester James Church Jr.; granddaughter Lea; broth

er-in-law John Stickland; uncles Michael Beddow, Dewey Warren, and Dewey

Hill; and aunt Mary Hill. Phillip was known for his gentle humor and enjoyed woodworking, riding his Harley-Davidson, fishing and hunting.

He later returned to Arizona to be near his mother, aunts and cousin Troy Beddow, whom he considered the brother he never had. He also shared a close bond with Troy’s wife, Carolyn, often introduc ing her to his doctors and nurses as his “wife without benefits,” as well as affec tionately referring to her as “The Walden.”

Phillip will be laid to rest alongside his father in Colusa, California, on May 17 at 11 a.m.

In lieu of flowers, dona tions may be made to cancer research or the Maxwell Fire Department.

04/08/2026

Obituary For Betty Lynn Fonseca
Betty Lynn Fonseca, beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away on March 31, 2026, at the age of 82 in Vacaville, California.

Betty was born on May 30, 1943, in Red Bluff, California, to Jim and Ruth Smith. She grew up in Willows, California, and went on to work as a professional seamstress and in customer service. She was known for her strength, humor, and generosity, and she touched the lives of everyone who knew her.

She found joy in sewing, cross-stitching, crocheting, cooking, flowers, and animals. Her greatest happiness was found in the time she spent with her family. She had a gift for making others feel welcome and loved, and her presence will be deeply missed.

She is survived by her children, Dan Jr., Darel (Kim), and Darci (Orville), as well as her sister, Sandra. Betty was a proud grandmother to ten grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. She also leaves behind many cousins, nieces, and nephews. Her beloved dog, Della, and her cats, Lizzie and Annie, brought her much comfort and companionship.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Dan Sr.; her son, Donal; and her parents.

A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, April 10, at the Princeton Portuguese Hall. All who knew and loved her are welcome to attend, and a reception will follow. A private interment will take place at a later time.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in her memory to Funky Chicken Rescue (https://funkychickenrescue.com/donate), honoring her compassion and the joy she found in animals of all kinds.

Betty will be remembered for her loving heart, her strength, and the lasting impact she had on those around her. Her memory will live on in the lives she touched and the love she gave so freely.

04/05/2026

03/29/2026

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Obituary For John C Jacob
John C Jacob, 45, of Stonyford, CA passed away March 16, 2026 in San Francisco following a long illness.

He was born June 19, 1980 in Indiana, Pennsylvania to Roy E. Jacob and Karen (Miles) Jacob.

Family was his #1 priority. He was an avid fisherman and gamer. He was also an artist. He studied at The Art Institute of Pittsburgh online where he made dean's list.

He is survived by his wide Nicole (Lader) Jacob and his pride and joy Roy John Jacob. He often referred to his son as his hero.

He is alsosurvived by his father Roy E Jacob (Kathy), his sisters Patricia Clark, Jodi Jacob,-Byrd (Tameka), Leigh Ann Jacob (Lindsay) and brother Roy S Jacob. He is also survived by 2 uncles and several nieces, his nephew and great nephews.

He was preceded in death by his son Andrew Johnithan Jacob, his mother Karen and nephew AJ.

There will be no viewing hours. There will be a memorial service on April 8th at Stonyford Community Church, along with a celebration of life in June in New York.

Special thanks to CPMC who did everything in their power to keep him with us.

And as he would always say, GO BILLS!!

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03/23/2026

Obituary For Ramon Arias Lobato
Ramon Arias Lobato returned to the Lord peacefully on March 11, 2026, surrounded by his loving family.

Born on March 4, 1944, in Magaz de Abajo, Spain, the eldest son of Hermogenes Arias and Felisa Lobato. As a young man, Ramon proudly served 18 months in the Spanish military, a time he often reflected on as some of the most memorable of his life. He later worked as a truck driver throughout Spain, primarily around Barcelona.

In 1969, Ramon took a courageous leap of faith and came to the United States as a sheepherder and arrived in Yakima, Washington. In 1972, he accepted a position with Plank & Maupin and relocated to Williams, California. In 1975, he met and married his beloved wife, Mayela, and together they built a life and raised their family in Williams.

In 1980, Ramon and his family purchased several thousand heads of sheep and went on to establish RAM Livestock, operating their own sheep ranching business throughout Colusa County and surrounding areas for the next 40 years. During this time, Ramon also owned and operated his own commercial trucking business, hauling livestock and a variety of agricultural commodities.

Ramon was a generous and hardworking man who lived for his family, friends, and community. He was a longtime member of the California Wool Growers Association, a former working member of the Catholic Church, and a dedicated supporter and exempt member of the Williams Fire Department. He often turned a stranger into a friend and was known for his quick wit and many sayings. Ramon was famous for his lamb barbecues. Over the years he barbecued countless events and many people, who once insisted they didn’t like lamb, became lifelong fans once they experienced his cooking.

Ramon was preceded in death by his parents, Hermogenes & Felisa, brother Manolo. He is survived by his loving wife of 50 years, Mayela; his daughters, Montserrat (Chad) and Astrid (Benji); and his cherished grandchildren, Branden, Helena, Lily, Michael, Evan, and Benjamin "Yoshi". To his grandchildren, he was lovingly known as “Yayo”, his most treasured title, and one he carried with immense pride, joy, and unconditional love.

Services will be held on Monday, March 30, 2026, at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church, 345 Oak Street, Colusa, CA. The Rosary will begin at 9:30 a.m., followed by Mass at 10:00 a.m. Interment will take place at Williams Cemetery, with a luncheon to follow at the Williams Fire Department, 810 E Street, Williams, CA.

In lieu of flowers, the family kindly asks that donations be made to the Williams Volunteer Firefighters Association, 810 E Street, Williams, CA 95987.

The Arias family invites you to share a memory or photo of Ramon on his memorial page https://www.mykeeper.com/RamonArias

03/14/2026

Obituary For Beverly Joyce Granzella
Beverly Joyce Granzella passed away peacefully at home on March 7, 2026, surrounded by her family. Born in 1931, in North Dakota, Beverly’s life was defined by her devotion to both family and work. In 1976, she and the love of her life, Jim Granzella, turned their dream into reality by founding Granzella’s, Inc. What began as a small, family-owned venture quickly grew into a thriving business and is now a community landmark and gathering place in Williams, California.

While she was a successful business owner, Beverly’s greatest pride was always her family. She thrived as the center of the big, loyal, and loving family that was her joy for nearly a century. Her family is profoundly blessed for the 94 years they shared with her and are deeply honored to carry on her legacy.

Beverly is survived by her three daughters, seven grandchildren, and eleven great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Jim, with whom she shared a beautiful home filled with the love and laughter of three generations. She will be remembered not only for the business she and Jim built but for the life she lived and the family she loved and doted on.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the American Heart Association in her honor.

02/27/2026

Obituary For Robert Young Russick
Robert Young Russick
October 14, 1954 – February 17, 2026

Robert “Bob” Young Russick passed away on February 17, 2026, at the age of 71. A devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and loyal friend, Bob lived a life defined by quiet service, deep love for his family, and steady dedication to whatever was placed in his hands.

Bob proudly served in the United States Navy from August 16, 1973, until his honorable discharge on February 7, 1983. As a Petty Officer First Class and Interior Communications Electrician, he served nearly a decade at sea aboard the USS Plymouth Rock and the USS Leahy during the Cold War era. His work maintaining shipboard communication, alarm, and control systems required technical precision, calm under pressure, and unwavering reliability. He was recognized with numerous commendations, including two Good Conduct Medals, the Meritorious Unit Commendation, the Navy Expeditionary Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, and the Navy “E” Ribbon. His service reflected professionalism, discipline, and commitment to mission and crew.

Following his naval career, Bob continued his life of public service as an Analyst with Yolo County, California, serving from 1985 to 2009, including work with the Yolo County Sheriff-Coroner. He also served in the United States Air Force Reserve from 1986 to 1989. In later years, he worked in their long-arm quilting business, Material Handlers Quilting, until shortly before his passing.

Above all, Bob’s greatest pride was his family. He is survived by his beloved wife and soulmate of 39 years, Gail K. Russick; his children Robert H. Russick, Brian Lilly, and Heather Lilly-Harris; and his cherished grandchildren Jace Lilly, Brett Lilly, Wyatt Harris, Alexia Sarah Lilly-Snyder, and Amara Russick; and great-granddaughter Heidi Claire Snyder. He was preceded in death by his daughter, Sarah Lilly, whose memory he carried tenderly in his heart.

Bob was a kind, sensitive, and generous man with a sharp, dry wit that surfaced at just the right moment. He loved cooking for his family, baking bread, studying genealogy, and offering steadfast support in Gail’s quilting work. Dogs, especially the Great Pyrenees he rescued over the years, were constant companions and deeply loved members of the household.

Whether serving his country, supporting his community, or simply standing quietly beside the people he loved, Bob’s life was marked by steadiness, loyalty, and devotion. His legacy lives on in the family he cherished and the many lives he quietly strengthened along the way.