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COURTESYPHOTOBYROSSPALUBESKI Cal Fire, Corning Fire and Tehama County Fire responded around 3:55p.m. Thursday to a reported residential structure fire on Valley Vista Drive near State Route 99W in south Corning. The first unit at scene reported a single-wide mobile home with smoke showing from the attic. The bulk of the fire was contained to the attic space within 30minutes. Full extinguishment took about another hour. The home was a total loss and the cause was determined to be electrical. Valley Vista was closed during the incident. Units responded from Corning, El Camino, Corning City, Richfield and Antelope. CORNING FIRE CHARS MOBILE Investigators with the Stanislaus County Sheriff's Department said Modesto attorney Frank Carson or- chestrated the killing and enlisted the help of two brothers who own a liquor store in Turlock. Investigators say Carson believed Kauffman and oth- ers were stealing valuable antiques from storage con- tainers on his property and that he wanted to stop the thefts by sending a message. Kauffman was on his way to steal from Carson when he disappeared, according to a 326-page court filing police used to get arrest warrants. Carson's attorney, Percy Martinez, said his client is innocent and his arrest was politically motivated. Carson ran unsuccess- fully for district attorney last year. He has been under investigation since Kauff- man disappeared, Martinez said. Investigators searched Carson's property in 2012. "We welcome the oppor- tunity to fight this in court," Martinez said. The CHP officers were all associated with the brothers and the Turlock liquor store. CHP officers Scott McFar- laneandEduardoQuintanar are suspected of obstructing the investigation. They are accused of lying about their involvement with the liquor store and the two brothers who own it. Investigators say Quin- tanar told one of the broth- ers to tell another suspect to check under his car for police tracking devices. Former CHP Officer Wal- ter Wells is suspected of murder. "The entire department and I are appalled at the mere thought that one for- mer and two current em- ployees played any role in this incident," CHP Com- missioner Joe Farrow said. Farrow said Wells left the CHP several weeks ago and the other two officers have been placed on administra- tive leave. Carson's wife, Georgia Geanette Defilippo, is also accused of participating in the killing. Defilippo's daughter was also arrested on suspicion of conspiracy and being an accessory. All of the suspects re- mained jailed Friday. CHP FROM PAGE 1 Spangler said she has thoroughly enjoyed be- ing a part of the Tehama County 4-H program and having the opportunity to participate in a state-wide level. "My Diamond Clover is the culmination of all the hard work I have put into this program, but also the hard work of my parents, leaders, project leaders, team members, county program directors, leader- ship team leaders who all took time out of their lives to invest in me," Spangler said. "To me, this award isn't about myself. It is a proclamation, a thank you to all those who thought I was worth time and en- ergy." For more information on the Tehama County 4-H program, call 527-3103 or visit http://cetehama. ucanr.edu/4-H_Program/. Award FROM PAGE 1 "The court's decision af- firms the tribe's ability to pursue claims against all of the twenty-plus named de- fendants," said the tribe's co-counsel Andrew Purdy. The court dismissed claims against the busi- nesses but suggested amended claims could be filed in some cases. Tribe FROM PAGE 1 The Airport Restaurant Projectdoesnothaveastart date established, but bids have been collected and the project is estimated to cost $280,000. Henz, will be asking the council to ap- prove and award the con- struction contract to Tom Mehringer Construction. The project's budget, at $300,000, leaves room for any unexpected costs that may arise as construction begins on this 50-year-old building. According to the report a recommendation to the councilistoauthorizeasup- plemental funding appro- priation, in the amount of $60,000,fortheaviationand airportexpenditureaccount. A general budget report update for the fiscal years of 2014/2015 and 2015/2016 is on the agenda for dis- cussion as well. The coun- cil will discuss the overall general fund balance and the increase it has had due to increases in estimated revenue of the city's main funding sources. The meeting is free and open to the public at City Hall, 555 Washington St. Council FROM PAGE 1 COURTESY PHOTO BY ROSS PALUBESKI Cal Fire and Tehama County Fire responded around 1:30p.m. Friday to a report of multiple vegetation fires along Interstate 5near Hooker Creek Road north of Red Bluff. The first unit at scene reported three fires burning in the median of I-5south of Hooker Creek totaling about seven acres in size. The fire was contained within 10minutes. One lane was closed both northbound and southbound on I-5and California Highway Patrol officers assisted. FIRES STRETCH OF I-5 NEAR SCORCHED Thankyou! PLEASE RECYCLE THIS NEWSPAPER. Follow us on Twitter and Facebook for updates and more. DENNISWATSONFRANKS December 22, 1941 ~ June 4, 2015 On June 4, 2015,our beloved Dennis Watson Franks left this world after a long battle with illness. Cared for by his sons, Mark and Joshua, Joshua was by his side, comfort- ing him, as he passed. Dennis was born December 22, 1941, in Purcell, Oklahoma, to Jesse Allen and Mattie (Teal) Franks. Dennis is survived by his three sons, Mark (Dawn), Jesse (Nicole), Dennis Joshua, his 7 grandchil- dren, Michael, Jordan, Mathew, Jonah, Sidney, Morgan, Mason, sister in-law Kathy Pearl (Todd) and nephew Ce- dric Pearl, along with numerous nieces and nephews liv- ing throughout the United States. He is preceded in death by his parents, 6 brothers, Clinton, Vernon, Odell, Albert, Ray and Garvin, 3 sisters, Augusta, Bernettie, and Wanda, his brother in-law Jamie McPhail, his niece, Re- nee Pearl and his wife of 47 years, Margaret Lucille (McPhail) Franks. In 1962, Dennis and his nephew Jimmy Harold Franks joined the Navy. Four years later, while still in the Navy, Dennis became reacquainted with his childhood friend. After only three weeks of courting, Dennis married Mar- garet Lucille McPhail on April 15, 1966. In 1968, Dennis was honorably discharged. He returned home to Margar- et and their first born, Mark William. During their mar- riage they lived in Casper, WY, Eugene, OR, Clearlake, CA, Oklahoma and various locations in Humboldt Coun- ty, CA, eventually settling in Red Bluff, CA where he lived out his final days. Dennis loved spending time with his family and was al- ways ready to go camping and fishing. Dennis and Mar- garet spent many summers camping at Ruth Lake, CA with family, always making sure that his children, grand- children and friends had a great time and went home with a fish. Dennis will be missed by his family, friends and all who knew him. Services for Dennis will be held on August 29, 2015, at 1:00 pm at Corner Stone Church of God, 13585 Hwy 36 East, Red Bluff, CA 96080 at. A celebration of life will follow. Anne Louise Krause August 27, 1927 - August 3, 2015 Born to Merrill Ora and Esther Arnold Ballard, Anne is the second of five generations born in Red Bluff, CA. She passed away at the age of 87. Anne attended Lincoln Street Elementary School and graduated from Red Bluff High School in 1944. She went on to Chico State College and earned her Bachelor degree in Education, culminat- ing with her student teaching in Auburn, CA with an ele- mentary teaching credential. During her years at Chico State, Anne was a member of Delta Zeta Sorority and in her senior year was chosen as "Little Nell" for the annual Pioneer Days celebration. Anne met Charles Krause while attending college and they were married in 1948. Their first years were spent in Chico while Charles was earning his degree. They later settled in Red Bluff and raised their five children there. Anne was a kindergarten teacher for over 30 years, starting at Antelope Elementary, moving to Lincoln Street, and finishing at Jackson Heights. On sabbatical in 1977, Anne returned to school to obtain her Masters Degree in Montessori education at The College of Notre Dame in Belmont, CA and upon her return instituted many of the Montessori techniques in her classroom. Anne is remem- bered fondly by many of her students and even some of their children who subsequently had her as their teacher as well. Anne was Past President and Life Member of the Delta Kappa Gamma Sorority for outstanding teachers. Always active, Anne was a member of Junior Women and the Red Bluff Historical & Genealogical Society, as well as the Aviation Association and Native Plant Society. Anne served on the American Legion Auxiliary and was instrumental in founding Lifeline Services in Red Bluff. Anne has been a life long member of the Red Bluff Pres- byterian Church. She served as a deacon and elder as well as a Sunday school, Vacation Bible School, and Logos teacher. Charles and Anne enjoyed traveling in their RV, taking trips in their airplane and introducing their grandchildren to many adventures. Anne enjoyed the opera, playing piano and any and all games. She was an avid gardener, learning the Latin names for all her plants, and loved teaching her children about the constellations while camping at Clear Lake every year. Anne is survived by her five children and their families: David Krause (Julee) of Cambria, Tom Krause (Deborah) of Chico, Shelley Lafferty (Mike Covington) of Weed, Mick Krause (Colleen Bloxham) of Los Molinos, and Janet Russell (Steve) of Los Molinos; 9 grandchildren, 5 great grandchildren and two more on the way! Anne was preceded in death by her husband, Charles; brother, Richard; and her parents. A memorial is pending the birth of her 6th great grand- child and will be announced at a later date. Obituaries R ed Bluff Simple Cremations and Burial Service FD1931 527-1732 Burials - Monuments - Preneed 722 Oak Street, Red Bluff SATURDAY, AUGUST 15, 2015 REDBLUFFDAILYNEWS.COM | NEWS | 11 A