Press release from the Eureka Police Department:

On March 21, 2026, at approximately 7:00 PM, Rio Dell Police officers conducted a welfare check on a reportedly armed male, identified as 43 year old Rio Dell resident, David Bourland. Officers located Bourland in the Shively Road area and detained him without injury following a brief struggle.

A subsequent investigation and search of his vehicle resulted in the seizure of:

• A loaded semi-automatic handgun
• A non-serialized disassembled AR-15 style rifle
• High-capacity magazines and ammunition
• Suspected methamphetamine
• Multiple individually packaged baggies of suspected cocaine consistent with sales
• Digital scales and packaging materials

Bourland, who is prohibited from possessing firearms, was arrested and booked on the following charges:

HS 11370.1(a) – Possession of a controlled substance while armed with a loaded firearm

• HS 11351 – Possession of a controlled substance for sale
• HS 11377(a) – Possession of a controlled substance
• HS 11378 – Possession of methamphetamine for sale
• HS 11379(a) – Transportation of a controlled substance
• PC 30305(a)(1) – Prohibited person in possession of ammunition
• PC 29800(a)(1) – Felon in possession of a firearm
• PC 25400(a)(1) – Carrying a concealed firearm in a vehicle
• PC 25850(a) – Carrying a loaded firearm in a vehicle
• PC 29180(c) – Possession of an unserialized firearm

Anyone with additional information relevant to this case is encouraged to contact Sergeant Beauchaine with the Rio Dell Police Department at (707) 764-5642 or Beauchainej@cityofriodell.ca.gov.

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• No Risk to Local Water Supply After Hydraulic Fluid Leak at Ruth Lake Dam, Water District Says

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The Humboldt Bay Municipal Water District has completed emergency repairs to a hydraulic gate at the R.W. Mathews Dam on Ruth Lake, according to a press release issued today. 

Environmental containment and cleanup operations have also been wrapped up following a March 3 failure in the dam gate’s hydraulic operating system. The subsequent discovery of a hydraulic fluid leak triggered “an all-hands emergency that demanded immediate action to protect our community’s water supply,” District General Manager Michiko Mares says in the press release.

No oil was observed in the Mad River at any point during the incident or repair operations, according to the district.

When we reached Mares on the phone this morning, she said while the total cost of the multi-agency repair effort yet to be fully calculated, the district’s expenses will likely be “several hundred thousand dollars.” At its March 12 meeting, the district’s Board of Directors approved an initial expenditure of up to $350,000 from the capital reserve fund, and that amount didn’t factor in the as-yet-undetermined costs of environmental disposal.

These costs could result in a rate increase for customers, though Mares said, “[W]e are hopeful that this [incident] will fall under our insurance claim and we can recoup the majority of costs incurred.”

She went on to highlight the community-wide repair efforts, saying she’s thankful that local residents and agencies come together to solve hard problems.

Here’s the district’s press release:

EUREKA, CA — Humboldt Bay Municipal Water District (District) has completed emergency repairs to the hydraulic operating system for the slide gate at the R.W. Matthews Dam intake structure on Ruth Lake in Trinity County. The slide gate — which releases the primary water supply for approximately 90,000 Humboldt County residents — is fully operational, and environmental containment and cleanup operations at the reservoir have been concluded. No oil was observed in the Mad River at any point during the incident or repair operations.

“This was an all-hands emergency that demanded immediate action to protect our community’s water supply,” said Michiko Mares, General Manager of Humboldt Bay Municipal Water District. “From the moment the hydraulic operating system failed on March 3, our team and our partners worked around the clock — diagnosing the problem, mobilizing a dive crew to a remote reservoir, and executing repairs while protecting the lake environment. I could not be prouder and more appreciative of the people who made this happen.”

The Incident

On March 3, 2026, during a routine Division of Safety of Dams (DSOD) field inspection, the hydraulic operating system for the slide gate at the Ruth Dam intake structure failed while being operated resulting in a loss of the District’s ability to control releases from Ruth Lake.

The District immediately activated its Emergency Action Plan and Situation Evaluation Committee, and notified state and federal dam safety regulators. Over the following week, District staff conducted extensive diagnostic testing to determine the cause of the failure.

On March 11, a sheen of hydraulic oil was observed on the lake surface near the intake structure. The oil — Clarion® Green BIO 32, a plant-based, readily biodegradable hydraulic fluid specifically selected by the District for use in a public water supply reservoir — had leaked from the hydraulic system into a flooded equipment room inside the intake structure. The District immediately deployed containment booms and notified the National Response Center, Cal OES, the North Coast Regional Water Quality Control Board, the California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW), and Trinity County Environmental Health, among other agencies.

The Response

The District’s Board of Directors convened on March 12 to declare an emergency and authorize emergency procurement under Public Contract Code §20645 and 22050. Within days, the District had mobilized an 8-person commercial dive team from Associated Underwater Services, Inc. (AUS) of Spokane, Washington, along with a specialized environmental contractor, Patriot Environmental Services, Inc., to manage containment and cleanup on the lake.

Dive operations began March 17 at the intake structure. Over the course of four days, divers entered the intake structure and the hydraulic cylinder room, identified a disconnected hydraulic line as the primary cause of the hydraulic operating system failure, and restored the gate to operation via a temporary hydraulic line.

Following closure of the gate, District staff dewatered the penstock and entered the cylinder room to perform additional inspections and hydraulic system repairs with support from Daveco Hydraulics and Welding. Permanent repairs to the hydraulic operating system were completed on Sunday, March 22, 2026, restoring full operational capability. All environmental controls were removed on March 24, 2026.

Environmental Protection

Throughout the response, the District maintained an extensive containment and monitoring program in coordination with the California Department of Fish and Wildlife, Office of Spill Prevention and Response (CDFW OSPR), which directed the environmental response. Environmental controls included:

• Oil-only containment booms around the intake structure and dive area

• Secondary containment booms between the spillway walls

• Absorbent booms upstream and downstream of the dam

• Boats equipped with absorbent materials for immediate deployment

• Continuous visual monitoring during all dive and repair operations

• Water quality sampling at multiple locations on Ruth Lake and the Mad River at the direction of the North Coast Regional Water Quality Control Board

Toluene testing requested by the Regional Water Quality Control Board returned non-detect results at all sampling locations, confirming no contamination of the lake or river.

The total volume of hydraulic oil released and recovered during the incident and repair operations was approximately 44 gallons. All recovered oil and contaminated absorbent materials were collected and disposed of by Patriot Environmental Services through licensed waste disposal in accordance with applicable regulations. Containment booms were removed on March 24, 2026, following post-work monitoring that confirmed no additional oil was surfacing. No oil was observed in the Mad River at any point during the response. No impacts to fish, wildlife, or water quality were observed.

Acknowledgments

The District extends its gratitude to the many partners whose rapid response and sustained commitment made this emergency repair possible.

The District’s operations and maintenance team, led by Director of Operations and Maintenance Dale Davidsen, provided on-site coordination throughout the emergency, from initial diagnostics through final repairs. District staff maintained environmental controls, operated the hydraulic power unit during dive testing, completed the final repair, and ensured continuous communication with regulators and contractors.

Associated Underwater Services, Inc. (AUS) of Spokane, Washington, mobilized an 8-person dive crew and equipment to a remote mountain reservoir on short notice and executed a complex, multi-phase inspection and repair at 110 feet of depth under challenging conditions.

Patriot Environmental Services, Inc. of Sacramento, California, provided on-water and onshore containment, cleanup, and waste disposal support throughout the operation.

Daveco Hydraulics and Welding of Eureka, California, provided specialized hydraulic repair expertise during the penstock-access phase of repairs.

GR Sundberg, Inc. of Arcata, California stood ready with siphon installation materials and a work plan as a contingency to ensure continued water supply downstream of the reservoir.

Humboldt Sawmill Company provided necessary parts on short notice so we could complete the critical repair.

The California Department of Fish and Wildlife, Office of Spill Prevention and Response (OSPR) provided on-site oversight during dive operations and directed environmental containment, monitoring, and cleanup operations on the lake.

The Division of Safety of Dams (DSOD) and the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) maintained close coordination with the District throughout the emergency, receiving daily progress updates during active dive operations.

The North Coast Regional Water Quality Control Board directed water quality sampling and provided regulatory oversight of the District’s environmental controls.

Trinity County Environmental Health coordinated local response efforts and maintained communication with the public.

The District’s Board of Directors acted swiftly to declare the emergency and authorize the resources necessary to protect the community’s water supply.

Looking Ahead

The District will incorporate findings from this emergency into its long-term inspection, maintenance, and emergency preparedness programs for R.W. Matthews Dam. The incident has underscored the importance of maintaining emergency response capabilities for critical submerged infrastructure and the value of pre-positioning relationships with specialized contractors who can mobilize on short notice. The District will continue to work closely with DSOD, FERC, and other regulatory partners to ensure the ongoing safety and reliability of R.W. Matthews Dam and the community’s water supply.

“Ruth Lake is approximately 75 river miles upstream of where we divert water to serve Humboldt Bay communities,” said Mares.

“Protecting this reservoir is not just our job — it is our mission. The response to this emergency reflects the strength of the partnerships between our District, our contractors, and the regulatory agencies that oversee dam safety and environmental protection in California. These are our #WaterHeroes.”

The Humboldt County District Attorney’s office announced in court Wednesday the prosecution will not be seeking the death penalty in a case involving two teenagers accused of fatally shooting a 17-year-old in Hoopa.

During a hearing to confirm one defendant’s attorney, Deputy District Attorney Roger Rees said the People are “not going to be seeking death as a penalty,” in the case.

He said the office had discussed the matter with the victim’s mother.

Codefendants Tse-Lin Lincoln, 19, and William Randolph Billy Warren, 18, each previously pleaded not guilty to murder and assault charges, and denied gang-related enhancements. They are being charged with murder for the death of Dylan Moon.

Previously, Warren’s attorney Rebecca Linkous called for the DA’s office to state on the record whether prosecutors would seek capital punishment during an appointment hearing. She cited concern the attorney appointed to Lincoln wouldn’t be qualified for a death penalty case. A different attorney was appointed to represent Lincoln.

Judge Steven Steward ordered the defendants to appear on April 28. Linkous said she did not anticipate being prepared on the date set for a preliminary hearing. Lincoln’s attorney, Andrea Sullivan, similarly pointed to the volume of discovery in the case as a concern.

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• One Person Hospitalized With ‘Life-Threatening’ Injuries Following Yesterday’s Shooting in Hoopa; Suspect Remains At-Large, Says HCSO
• Hoopa Valley Tribe Offers $10K Reward for Information Leading to Arrest of Suspect in Tuesday’s Shooting; Emergency Community Meeting in Council Chambers Tonight
• 15-Year-Old Arrested in Connection With Hoopa Shooting, Sheriff’s Office Says; Two Other Teenage Suspects Still at Large
• Another Suspect in Monday’s Shooting in Hoopa Taken Into Custody
• Third Suspect in Hoopa Shooting Surrenders at the Sheriff’s Office
• The Victim in the Hoopa Shooting Has Died
• Teenagers Charged With Murder in Hoopa Shooting
• Two More Juveniles Arrested in Hoopa in Connection With Last Week’s Murder, Sheriff’s Office Says
• Teenagers Charged With Murder in Hoopa Shooting
• Defendants Plead Not Guilty of Murder in Hoopa Shooting; DA Hasn’t Decided on Death Penalty

Dylan Moon, age 17, was born on March 24, 2008, and began his journey to the other side on March 13, 2026.

Dylan was a bright light in the lives of everyone who knew him. No matter where he was or what he was doing, he always had a smile on his face. He was full of love, laughter, and a positive energy. He will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him. Dylan enjoyed hunting and fishing, and now he journeys on, fishing in peace for eternity.

He is survived by his mother, Shawnday Lonewolf; his father, Gerald Moon; his brother, Ryan “Pi” Moon; and his close cousins, Talbert (Pateisha) Alvarado, Cheyenne Hostler, Donavan & Emilee Lonewolf, and Quincy McDonald. He is also survived by his girlfriend, Kiera Ashley.

 On his paternal side, Dylan is survived by his aunties Ericka Hostler, Kara Moon, and Rosella Moon; his uncle Charlie Moon; and his great uncles Clyde Moon, Junior Moon, Elmo Moon, and George Moon. On his maternal side, he is survived by his uncle Andrew Victor Lonewolf; great uncles Emmett (Eva) Chase and Benjamin “Sonny” Spencer; Great Aunt Monica Matilton; Aunt Jolene Hostler; and cousins Jacqueline Hostler, Hudson Hayes, Angelique White, along with numerous other cousins and friends who loved him deeply.

Dylan was preceded in death by many loved ones who now welcome him home. On his paternal side: Grandmother Cessie Abbott; grandfather Chocolate Moon; uncle Walter Moon III; great grandfather Paul Toe James; great grandmother Madoline “Boon” Keller; uncles Lenny Abbott and Steve Abbott; and cousins Lacey Jackson and Thomas O’Rourke.

On his maternal side: Grandmother Endora Sam Saxon; great uncle Eugene “Yogi” Saxon; great aunties Rachel Saxon and Gigi Saxon; great uncle Nathaniel “Natt” Saxon; and cousins Issac Saxon, Angel Aubrey, Raven Doolittle, and Aerieal Saxon.

Dylan is also remembered by countless extended family members, cousins, and friends whose lives he touched.

Pallbearers

Andrew Lonewolf, Quincy McDonald; Donald and Christian Hostler; Joshua Moon; Charles Sorrell; Carlos Anzora III; Tyler Lewis; John “Suppy” Sanders; Jesus Jones; Torin Billings; Allen Kane; Mattias Minard; Neil Moon; Robert Jones; Joe and Jakoby Masten; Logan Hulbutta; Malaki McCoy; Damon Hailey; Ishikiihara E-Kor; Ethan Obie; Oscar Hostler; Chase and Kehniwh Offield; Brian Richards; Joe Joe McGinnis; Shane Nixon; Talbert Alvarado; Herc Nixon; Wade Nixon; Jayden Dauz; Donavan Lonewolf; Jerome Mosier; Brently Clarke; Kenny Doolittle; Arlen Doolittle Jr.; Virgil Doolittle; Isaac Bussell; Braydon Hayes; Saul Peralta; Darren and Duane Carpenter; Aaron Peterson; Curtis Kane; Jordan Hailey; Zane Grant; Rodney Clarke; Howard McCovey; Izaiyah Smith; Aaron Smith; Inker McCovey; William Simms; Lawrence Hostler; Gerard Marshall; Russell Marshall; Shan Davis; Robert Kelsey; Issac Wilson Jr.; Lonnie Wilson Jr.; Joel Mosier; Samuel Pratt; Joe Jackson; Lewis Scott; Daniel Peralta; Adam Allen; Jayden Reed; Darvin Davis 

Honorary Pallbearers

Michael Brown; Skyler Mosier; Emmett Chase; Benjamin Spencer; Michael Masten; Scotty Appleford; Ryan Moon; Gerald Moon; Phillip “Beanie” Vigil; Clyde Moon; Junior Moon; George Moon; Boyd Ferris, Glenn “Bubba” Sanchez Jr.; Manuel “Warrior” Sanchez; and Manuel Sanchez Jr.

The family would like to give a special thank you to Laney Ashley & Kessie and Michael Masten for loving and raising Dylan like their own. A heartfelt thank you to Heidi Jarnaghan for always being there for him, for the small acts of kindness like snacks in his locker, and for being a safe place in his life.

We also want to thank all of Dylan’s peers and classmates who stood beside him throughout his life- sharing laughter, memories, and friendship. You were his family too. It truly takes a village, and together you helped raise such a beautiful soul.

We are deeply grateful for the overwhelming love and support our family has received during this time. It reflects just how much Dylan was loved.

We sincerely apologize if any names were unintentionally left out, as Dylan was cherished by so many. Words cannot fully express our gratitude for each and every one of you.

Boyd Ferris will open the service with a prayer, and Curtis Kane will officiate. Dylan will be laid to rest at the Moon family cemetery. A reception will follow at the Hoopa Trading Post.

Deborah Gayle Oester August, known affectionately as Debi by her loved ones, was a beacon of love and generosity that illuminated the lives of all who knew her. Born on November 15, 1950, in the vibrant community of Orange County, California, Debi’s journey through life was marked by her unwavering kindness and her deep-rooted Christian faith. On March 18, 2026, Debi entered into the presence of her Lord and Savior, passing away peacefully in Redding.

Debi was preceded in death by her father, Neal Oester, her mother, Sue Baird, her brother, Jim Oester, and beloved son, Bill Dobberstein. She is survived by her loving husband, Paul August, her sister, Rhonda Meehan, her cherished daughters, Wendy Bocek-Medders and husband Chris Medders, and Tracy Singleton and husband Brian Singleton. Debi’s legacy continues through her adored grandchildren, Tyler Dobberstein, Zach Dobberstein, Madison Dobberstein and her husband Lewis, Cameron Dobberstein and Conor Dobberstein ; Kevin Bocek and his wife Zahra; Jack Singleton and his wife Kaley, and Jacob Singleton; who will forever treasure the moments they shared with their grandmother.

Debi’s life was a testament to her commitment to her community and her faith. She followed her mother, Sue, into the real estate profession in the 1970s, and her daughter Wendy followed her into it as well. A family business as it were. Her career as a real estate broker was marked by integrity and excellence, earning her respect within the industry. She served her community with distinction on the Fortuna Planning Commission, the Fortuna City Council, and as Mayor Pro Tem. Her dedication to public service was further exemplified by her work on the Measure E Advisory Committee. Debi’s professional affiliations included the Humboldt Association of Realtors and the California Association of Realtors, where she contributed her expertise and passion for the betterment of her field.

She found immense joy in painting and crafting, activities that allowed her to express her creativity and her love for beauty. Debi’s adventurous spirit led her to travel to Israel and Europe, experiences that enriched her understanding of her faith and the world around her.

A talented gardener, Debi cultivated not only plants but also the relationships with those she loved. Her grandchildren were the flowers in the garden of her heart. Each grandchild will always have meaningful memories of their fun and hilarious grandma Debi, and they will carry the wisdom and lessons that she imparted throughout their lives.

As we mourn the loss of Debi, we celebrate the profound impact she had on our lives and the unwavering love she shared so freely. Her memory will be a cherished treasure, and her spirit will continue to guide us as we walk the path of life she once walked beside us.

Her ashes will be spread at sea near Ferndale. A celebration of life will be held on June 20, 2026 at 2 p.m. at the Fortuna Veterans Memorial Building.

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Helen Pitre (born Helen Henrietta Boushey), longtime resident of Humboldt County, died of Alzheimer’s disease with her family by her side at Frye’s Care Home in Eureka on March 14, 2026. She had faced this difficult disease with dignity and grace, and remained sweet and loving, as she always had been, until the very end of her life.

Helen’s life was centered on love for her family, for children and for the natural world. She was an enthusiastic gardener and loved backpacking. Among her favorite places were the Klamath River, where she camped with her extended family, and the South Fork of the Trinity River where she spent a year in a remote cabin and hosted many gatherings with family and friends.

Helen was born on March 28, 1945, in Bakersfield to Homer Astley Boushey and Eleanor Boyd Boushey. She had three older brothers and a younger sister. Her father would eventually become a Brigadier General in the Air Force and the family lived in Okinawa, Virginia, Ohio, Washington D.C. and Tennessee, before re-settling in California, where Helen graduated from Castilleja School in Palo Alto. Helen’s family made frequent visits to a cabin her grandparents had built on the Klamath River, and from a young age Helen fell in love with the redwood forest and the river.

Soon after her graduation in 1962, Helen married William Lee (Bill) White. They had three children, Eleanor Kimberly (1963), William Gregg (Bill) (1965) and Anna Boushey (1969), before divorcing in 1970. Helen earned her BA in English from Stanford University and later became a registered nurse.

In Palo Alto, Helen lived with her three young children beside a tennis court in College Terrace. Her sister, Annette, lived on the other side of the court, and they and their friends spent many happy hours playing there. Helen grew vegetables, and for a while kept chickens in her backyard. She was an avid runner, and spent many afternoons running the Stanford Dish Loop Trail. Whenever she could, she went up to the family property on the Klamath River – once staying there for a month with her three children. She would often say it was where she most felt like herself.

Helen met and married Anthony Joseph (Tony) Pitre and they moved to Bayside in 1981. Tony and Helen welcomed four more children into the family: Joseph Vincent (1981), Wulf Aimee (1983), Tessa Marie (1986) and Anthony Martin (1988). They bought an old farmhouse, raised sheep and steer, kept chickens and ducks, and grew a large vegetable and flower garden. Helen worked as a labor and delivery nurse, first at General Hospital and later at St. Joseph’s and Redwood Memorial Hospitals.

Helen and Tony moved their family to Trinidad in 2004. Helen loved gardening, spending time on the beaches and walking through the forest to College Cove. She retired from nursing in 2007 after a career of 30 years, supporting new mothers and welcoming newborns into the world. Helen’s nursing colleagues described her as gentle, strong, compassionate, nurturing and capable. After her divorce from Tony, Helen lived on her own in Trinidad in a small house near the ocean. She loved spending time with her children and grandchildren and hosting family and friends at the family cabin on the South Fork of the Trinity River, with many happy days spent swimming and floating down the river. She lived there for a year, much of it on her own, and later reflected that it was the first time in her life that she truly learned to relax. In a letter to her daughter, she wrote, “I feel so happily focused on things here: my writing, and exploring the environment, learning from the plants and birds and insects and animals, chopping wood, cooking simple good food and reading.”

Helen is survived by her children, Eleanor White, Bill White, Anna White, Joe Pitre, Wulf Pitre, Tessa Head and Anthony Thomas; her grandchildren, Natasha LaVeille, Tai White, Emersyn White, Phaedon Moser, Odin Pitre, Ella Head, Kieran Head, Jaden Thomas and a baby girl expected this summer; her great-grandchildren, Bryan Williams, Julian Williams and Nate Finley; her sister, Annette Holland; and her brothers, Homer Boushey and Boyd Dyer. She was preceded in death by her brother Hugh Dyer, her nephew Nick Dyer and her parents, Eleanor and Homer Boushey.

Helen was a devoted mother and a loving sister, aunt and daughter. She was a gardener and a poet, a good friend, a caring nurse and had an adventurous spirit. She made everyone around her feel loved and accepted, and she is dearly missed.

A memorial service will be held on Saturday, May 9. Please email her daughter Tessa for more information if you would like to attend: tessapitre@gmail.com. Donations in Helen’s memory can be made to Save the Redwoods League or the Northcoast Regional Land Trust.

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Our beloved Nancy Marie died at Mad River Hospital in the early morning of March 1, 2026. Her son Gabe was with her. Numerous friends and caregivers had visited Nancy that day to say farewell to this beautiful, courageous and compassionate woman. Her Buddhist faith sustained her through the difficult years of decline due to Parkinson’s with Lewy Bodies.

Nancy had Midwest family roots. She was born in a small town in western Kansas, Wathena, located near St. Joseph Missouri. Nancy was born into a large working class Catholic family. She was the daughter of Kenneth and Thelma Hewins. Nancy was the third child of nine children. She attended a parochial grade school in Wathena and graduated from Wathena High School in1966. She then attended the local community college where she met her husband Chris Miller. They were married in 1968 and later that year they had their first and only child, Gabriel (Gabe) Matthias Miller.

A job opportunity for Chris prompted the young family to move to Weaverville in 1968. Nancy and Chris divorced and Nancy and Gabe moved to Humboldt County, where Nancy enrolled at Humboldt State University, graduating with a B.A. degree in Psychology in 1974. It was during this time Nancy formally changed her last name to Marie.

In Arcata Nancy discovered Buddhism, as well as a wonderful place to raise Gabe. She became active in a local Buddhist sangha and developed a dedicated meditation practice that served her for the rest of her life. As Nancy deepened her spiritual life and commitment to Buddhism she decided to take the next step of her education. In 1980 Nancy and Gabe moved to Boulder, Colorado where Nancy enrolled in the Naropa Institute (now Naropa University) and earned a master’s degree in counseling and psychology.

Nancy and Gabe moved back to Arcata and Nancy began her career as a counselor/therapist. One of her interests and unique offerings was women’s gatherings, workshops and retreats. She continued to offer these unique opportunities to women for 10-15 years, building a solid reputation within the community. Nancy was an exceptional therapist due to her deep and empathetic listening skills. She not only used this valuable skill with her patients but also with her friends and family. Intense, deep listening was a gift she gave to us all.

Nancy had a special love for all animals and especially dogs. She fed her deep love of pets by caring for friends’ pets. Her other hobbies were camping and hiking in the great outdoors of Northern California and the west. She enjoyed many camping trips and hikes with sister Peggy, son Gabe, and friends Diane and Tom as well as others.

Many thanks are due to the caring and attentive staff of the PACE program for helping Nancy stay in her home at Plaza Point in Arcata for as long as she was able. Thanks to the memory care staff at Renaissance of Timber Ridge who supported Nancy in her last months. Donations in her name can be made to the Companion Animal Foundation or to the animal welfare organization of your choice. Donations can also be made to Food for People.

A celebration of life will be held on Nancy’s 79th birthdate, September 27, 2026, at the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship on Jacoby Creek Road in Bayside, at 2 p.m.

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