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Saturday, October 22, 2011 – Daily News 7A Obituaries Caroline B. Kroeker
Graveside service Saturday, October 22 at 10 AM at the Los Molinos Cemetery on Hwy 99 E.
Gerber closer to community center
By JULIE ZEEB DN Staff Writer
The sale of the Gerber Community Hall has been com- pleted and with the funds received the Gerber-Las Flores Community Service District hopes to make a community center. With the state's approval of the closure of the Gerber
EARL FLOYD HEDLUND August 6, 1921 - September 29, 2011
in Eureka, California. He was a complex man—witty, fierce and philosophical—who loved Red Bluff as his true home. He served here as Tehama County District Attor- ney, in private practice and as a judge. He died of an ag- gressive lymphoma. Friends of Earl are invited to join the family Saturday,
Oct. 29 at 11 a.m. to dedicate a memorial bench at the south end of Red Bluff River Park, on the path by the Fisherman's Access, off Main Street behind the Chamber of Commerce. We will celebrate Earl's life. Earl had a lifelong interest in politics, with deep respect
Earl Floyd Hedlund died September 29, 2011 at age 90, RALPH LLOYD MCMILLIN
Ralph Lloyd McMillin, 89, of Ammon, ID. passed away on October 20, 2011, at Mt. Valley Assisted Living. He was born January 11, 1922 in Miller, South Dakota to William Lloyd McMillin and Goldie Yost McMillin. He at- tended elementary schools in South Dakota but relocated to Caldwell, ID. In 1939, he was the Idaho State Track and Field "Sprint" Champion. Ralph was a United States Military Veteran and served in
for the practice of law as a social art form. He believed in the power of the judicial system to work toward justice in a flawed society. He was a strong and articulate intellect who often hid a kind and humorous core behind a gruff manner. His stubborn streak is legend. He was also self- deprecating and compassionate. Earl was born August 6, 1921 in Los Angeles to John Henry Hedlund, a boxer and oil rig foreman, and Gladys Eleanor Kenner Hedlund. She was a devout Christian homemaker, who took her sons camping in Yosemite ev- ery summer and to the library, concerts and museums each weekend. Earl sold newspapers from age 8, and had a morning paper route through high school. Earl's love of debate, football and politics began at Hun- tington Park Union High School where he was student body president, Class of 1939. He entered the University of Redlands on a football scholarship, but enlisted in the U.S. Army in 1941, the day after the attack on Pearl Har- bor. He married childhood friend Juanda DeShazer, then went through Officer Candidate School (OCS). They had two sons and a daughter together. He rose to permanent rank of captain through World War II, as a forward ob- server flight instructor in the Army Artillery. He served as flight operations officer at Sendai Airfield in Japan during the early postwar occupation. After World War II the GI Bill made it possible for Earl
to graduate from the University of California's Hastings College of Law with the highest honors as Doctor of Juris- prudence (JD). He was hired immediately by the U.S. Court of Appeals where his talent at writing legal briefs was recognized and he was asked to serve as clerk to a second judge at the Federal District Court. He was di- vorced during this time. Earl served as deputy city attor- ney for San Francisco and married Audrey Nevis Ander- sen (now Audrey Risberg). Earl enjoyed city life, but thought rural life better for a family. He and his wife were expecting a child. They chose Red Bluff. The Tehama County District Attorney of- fered him a half-time post as deputy DA. Earl began in May 1956. Suddenly, in June, the DA resigned and a new district attorney was appointed by the Tehama County Board of Supervisors. Earl was told his job would be eliminated. He moved into full-time private practice to support his family, but felt there should be a special elec- tion. He took a precedent-setting case to the California Supreme Court. They ruled in favor of an election. Earl became a candidate for DA as an outsider, and won. The margin after three recounts was 13 votes in his favor. He was reelected in 1958 to a full term as district attorney, served as justice court judge and then resumed private practice. In the course of his private practice Earl hired young at- torneys who grew to be friends and partners. These in- cluded Henry Goff (now deceased), Rolland Papendick and Steven McCarthy. Earl found a passion in fishing for steelhead, salmon
the U.S. Army during World War II in the Pacific Theatre as a First Sargent. On January 1, 1949, he married Willa Jean Webb in Caldwell, Idaho. He worked as a banker and also enjoyed ranching. In 1998 Ralph was honored as Grand Marshal of the
50th anniversary of the Red Bluff Round-Up. He was one of the co-founders of the Red Bluff Junior Round-Up which was in the 1960's. Ralph sought out sponsors for this youth activity. He was active in Kiwanis, Lions Club, Boy Scout Leader- ship, 4H Leadership and Junior Chamber of Commerce. Ralph enjoyed woodworking, ranching, farming, fishing, hunting, horseback riding and dancing. Survivors are: wife: Willa Jean McMillin, Ammon, ID.,
Volunteer Fire Department, a process started in 2009, the board is one step closer to turning the former fire hall into a community center. "The fire department closure should be final within
the next 30 days," District Manager Mike Murphy said. "With the money from the hall and money previously donated by the former Gerber Fire Department Women's Auxiliary we should be able to make a nice, attractive place. We have about $30,000-plus to put toward it."
A committee has been set up including board members Larry Long and Tom Humphreys along with Bruce John- ston.
"We hope to have information (on moving forward) by
the next meeting," Humphreys said. Anyone wishing to do so may donate toward the com- munity center by calling 385-1904 or dropping by the Community Service District Office, 331 San Benito Ave., between 8 a.m.to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday. The board heard an update on the levee inspection, which went well, Murphy said. "They were testing the levee to make sure the compos- ite, the dirt, can withstand the water pressure and the over- all integrity of the levee," Murphy said.
son: William (Debbie) McMillin, Millville, CA., daughter: Marsha (Scott) Jones, Spokane, WA., daughter: Tanda (Gi- na) McMillin, Sacramento, CA., daughter: Penni (Steve) Douglas, Ammon, ID., 6 grandchildren and 4 great grand- children, he was preceded in death by two brothers. Memorial services will be at a later date. Burial will be in Millville Cemetery in Millville, California. Condolences may be sent to the family online at www.woodfuneralhome.com
Death Notices John Walter Davis, Jr.
John Walter Davis, Jr., died Thursday, Oct. 20, 2011, at his residence in Cottonwood. He was 62. Red Bluff Simple Cremations and Burial Service is handling the arrangements.
Published Saturday, Oct. 22, 2011, in the Daily News, Red Bluff, Calif.
Marijuana patient appealing county abatement notice
By ANDREA WAGNER
DN Staff Writer A 56-year-old medical marijuana patient is appealing her case to the Board of Supervisors after she got an abatement notice Sept. 28 telling her she had to give up her plants.
and shad in the Sacramento River. He became a gourmet cook and loved playing tennis. In 1965 Earl was admitted to practice before the U.S. Supreme Court in Washington D.C. In 1966 he married Red Bluff native Nancy Frey; the couple enjoyed entertaining in their home on the banks of the Sacramento River. Earl opened spacious law offices that also overlooked the river. He retired in 1985—Steven McCarthy contracted to purchase the offices and the prac- tice. Earl's final marriage was dissolved in 1986. In retirement, Earl continued to be an avid sports fan.
The board is scheduled to hear Janneen Blandi-
He enjoyed traveling to Mexico, Turkey and Yugoslavia, New Zealand, Spain and the Mediterranean. He moved to Eureka to be near two of his sons. Earl visited the Eureka library regularly, driving his beloved 1972 Porsche (which he named Rachel). He read several books a week, en- joyed searching for agates at the seashore of Big Lagoon, studied marine navigation and poetry. He was immensely proud of all his children and said they were his most meaningful accomplishment. Earl refused painkillers at the end, to remain alert and aware. He was ready for a fight with lymphoma, but he found peace and acceptance, enjoying each final mo- ment. He showed humor, love, humility and awe. Not long after talking with his brother and his third son on the phone, Earl passed peacefully, at home with his daughter and his other two sons at his side. Earl is preceded in death by his mother and father. He
is survived by his brother Cliff Hedlund, 93 (with wife Lil- lian) of Lacey, Washington; sons Eric Hedlund of Eureka, Jon Hedlund of Blue Lake, Jeff Risberg (with wife Margar- et Jones) of St. Paul, MN, step-daughter Gretchen Ander- sen de Rivera of Mexico City and daughter Patricia Hedlund (with husband Gary Meyer) of Pine Mountain, CA. He is also survived by grandsons Timothy Shephard; Josh, Ben, Sam, Gregory and Phil Hedlund; plus Patrick and Joseph Risberg. He is also survived by great- grandchildren Diego and Desmond Hedlund West and Padma Shephard Mendelsund. Earl will also be mourned by cherished friends. Donations are suggested to the American Cancer Society or to your local library.
Earl was not computer friendly, but he did love a good tale in print. You are invited to leave your story and light a candle for Earl at