Napa County CA

Biographical Sketch of Dr. Leo J. Flanagan

Dr. Leo J. Flanagan is a prominent physician and surgeon practicing in South San Francisco, having moved from a successful practice in San Francisco to capitalize on the region’s growth potential. Born in Napa, California, on August 6, 1885, he graduated from Santa Clara College and completed his medical training at Johnstown University. With experience as a resident physician at various hospitals and as part of the San Francisco emergency service, Dr. Flanagan is also involved in several fraternal organizations and married in Portland in 1913.

Biography of Lilburn H. Murray

Lilburn H. Murray, born September 15, 1835, in Crawford County, Missouri, emerged as a prominent figure in Greene County through various business ventures, including his successful role as proprietor of the Springfield Democrat. The son of John Murray, a noted pioneer and Methodist leader, Lilburn began as a stock drover before moving to California for nine years. After returning to Springfield in 1866, he engaged in hardware, farming, and railroads, while also serving as mayor and in the State Legislature. A dedicated Democrat, he contributed significantly to local enterprises and churches.

Findley, Clarence – Obituary

Clarence Findley passed away on October 21, 1957, in a Redding hospital after a prolonged illness. Born in Napa on August 25, 1872, he spent his entire adult life in Shasta County and worked as a carpenter. Funeral services will be held at McDonalds Chapel at 10:30 a.m. tomorrow, with burial following at Redding Cemetery. He is survived by his brother Marvin, residing in Orland, and his sister Beulah Hendrix of Sacramento.

Wheeler, Annie Montgomery – Obituary

Annie Montgomery Wheeler, aged 82, passed away on April 26, 1945, after a six-week illness. A resident of the Kittitas Valley for 65 years, she was one of its oldest pioneers. Born in California in 1863, she married George Wheeler in 1881 and had seven children, with most predeceasing her. Despite health challenges, she demonstrated resilience after a serious fall years earlier. Mrs. Wheeler was a member of the Christian Church, and her funeral will be held at the Honeycutt chapel.

Montgomery, William Thomas – Obituary

William Thomas Montgomery, a 74-year-old pioneer of Kittitas Valley, passed away on December 22, 1931, after a three-month illness. Born in Oregon in 1858, he moved to California with his family before settling in the Kittitas Valley in 1861, where he established a homestead that remains in family hands. He is survived by five daughters and several grandchildren. Funeral services will be held at Honeycutt Chapel on Thursday, followed by burial at Odd Fellows Cemetery, marking the end of a significant pioneer life.

Coleman, Ardyce L. Garrett Mrs. – Obituary

Ardyce L. Coleman, 64, of Lexington, Kentucky, passed away on September 9, 2004, after a prolonged illness. Born on October 28, 1939, in La Grande, she graduated from Baker High School and Eastern Oregon University. Ardyce taught in California before marrying Larry Coleman in 1962 and later relocated to Oregon and Kentucky. She was actively involved in her community, teaching adult classes and participating in the Lexington Opera Society. She is survived by her husband, three children, her mother, and other family members.

Biography of Belden D. Burt

Belden D. Burt, born in 1823 in New York, became a prominent merchant and community leader in Riverside, California. Establishing B. D. Burt & Brother in 1875, the firm is Riverside’s oldest mercantile establishment, known for its integrity and sound business practices. Burt’s earlier ventures included mining and various mercantile pursuits across California. A supporter of Riverside’s growth, he played a significant role in its governance and local enterprises. Married in 1853, Burt and his wife, Irene, had no children.

Biography of Captain James W. Sayward

Captain James W. Sayward, born in 1815 in Thomaston, Maine, has spent nearly forty years contributing to California and the Pacific Coast. A descendant of an old colonial family, he began his career as a ship carpenter before venturing into seafaring. After years of maritime endeavors, including a harrowing voyage aboard the ship Aquila, he settled in California, engaging in horticulture and orange-growing. A Republican and Masonic member, Sayward was actively involved in local politics and community affairs. He is the adoptive father of two children and a long-time member of the Calvinistic Baptist Church.

Wappo Tribe

The Wappo are a small group within the Yukian family located in Northern California, distinguished from the Huchnom by Pomo territory. Their traditional lands are primarily in the mountainous regions between Sonoma, Lake, and Napa Counties, specifically around Geysers and Calistoga. Additionally, a segment of the Wappo, referred to as Rincons, inhabited the Russian River valley near Healdsburg.

Crego, Ernest LaVern – Obituary

Ernest LaVern Crego, 84, passed away on December 16, 2000, in Napa, California. Born on October 19, 1916, in Kendall, New York, he served as a chief petty officer in the U.S. Navy during World War II and the Korean War. He held various positions in the federal government after retiring from the Navy. Crego was a devoted family man, remembered for his culinary skills and love for gardening. He is survived by his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. A Celebration of Life service was held in St. Helena, California.