Obituaries

Jan 31, 2026

Barbara Ann DeBeaord, 88, of Orland, California passed away peacefully in her home on Saturday, January 31, 2026, surrounded by her family. Born August 4th, 1937, to William and Lucille Graves in Drummond, Montana, Barbara was a devoted wife to Doyle for 33 yrs., a retired executive secretary (Aerojet-General, California State Assembly, County of Placer Executive), and an active...

Jan 18, 2026

David Scott Bennett, 61, of Orland, California passed away on January 18, 2026, in Chico, California. He was born on February 26, 1964, to William Bennett and Carol Jameson in Merced, California.

David is survived by his father William Bennett, Stepmother Judy Bennett, Girlfriend Tammy Turner, Half Brothers Marti Donavon, Robert Donavon, Sister Carla Russell, Half Sister...

Dec 17, 2025

My beloved husband and our dear father and grandfather, David Dale Spence, was born on July 20, 1953, to Harry and Leona Spence in Willows, California. He quietly passed away on December 17, 2025, in Chico, California. His death was caused by complications of cancer.

He completed his formal education in Glenn County Schools. Learning continued to...

Dec 13, 2025

Harry Stanley "Butch" Stilwell, age 80, passed away on December 13, 2025, at his home in Mill Creek, California, just west of Chester. Butch was born to Bessie Clara Stilwell and Harry William Stilwelll on April 15, 1945, in Willows, California, and grew up a few miles away in Princeton. He graduated from Princeton High School in 1963.

Dec 12, 2025

Maria Geraldina Silva, age 85, went home to be with the Lord on December 12, 2025. She was born on March 18, 1940, in Pico, Azores, and lived a life defined by resilience and deep love for her family.

Maria moved to Petaluma, California, in 1966, where she worked many jobs. They later moved to Napa, where...

Dec 4, 2025

Sam John Peracca, age 91 of Orland, California, passed away peacefully on December 4th, 2025, in Chico, California. Sam was born to Antone and Delphina Peracca on May 7th, 1934, in Santa Rosa, California.

Sam co-founded RUSH Personnel in 1981 with his late wife, Bonnie. Together they built a long-lasting business that is still utilized in our...

Nov 12, 2025

Timothy Christian Perraie died at his home in Capay in the early morning hours of Wednesday, November 12, 2025.  Tim was born on May 6, 1989 at Enloe Hospital to Tracy and Mark Perraie.  Later followed by a sister Michaela Perraie. Tim grew up in Capay and spent his whole life in the Capay/Orland area.  He graduated...

Nov 3, 2025

Joseph U. Broussard went home to the Lord surrounded by his loving family on November 3rd, 2025. Joseph was born on February 6th, 1935, to parents Wilford and Augustine Broussard in Louisiana.

As a devout Catholic, Joseph was devoted to his service to the church and for Christ. It was important to Joseph to spread the gospel...

Nov 3, 2025

Mary Lou Gusman passed away surrounded by family on November 3rd, 2025, in Chico, California. Mary was born to parents Alexander and Rosie Robinson (Kramer) in Salem, Oregon.

Mary is survived by her children Timothy, Jerrie, and Kathy, and multiple grandchildren.

Arrangements are held under the direction of Sweet-Olsen Family Mortuary.

Oct 31, 2025

Esquela del señor Horacio Chávez

Horacio Chávez

Residente de Orland, CA falleció el 31 de Octubre 2025 a la edad de 63 años en la ciudad de Chico, CA. Nació el 1 de Diciembre 1961 en Michoacán, México. Hijo de Benjamín y María Elena Chávez. Graduado de la secundaria empezó a trabajar desde joven en...

Oct 26, 2025

Donnan H. Arbuckle, 71, of Orland, California passed away peacefully on October 26th, 2025, in Chico, California.

Born in Oakland, California, Donnan grew up in Orland at the family ranch and graduated from Orland High School in 1972. He went on to earn a Bachelor of Science with honors from the University of San Francisco in 1976,...

Oct 18, 2025

Madrean Jean Benton was born on June 27,1938 in Spokane, WA. She was raised by her great-grandmother in Hamilton City, CA.

Following a divorce in the 1960's, she moved to the San Francisco Bay Area with her children: Debbi and Bobby.

She worked at an electronics firm to make ends meet. She also worked as...

Oct 17, 2025

Neva Belle Butler of Hamilton City, California, passed away on Friday, October 17th, 2025, at the age of 85. Neva was born on December 10th, 1939, to parents William and Jeannette Peck.

Neva is survived by her loving husband of 63 years Morris Butler, sons Adam and Shawn Butler, daughter Lisa Butler, and brother William Gregory Peck....

Oct 2, 2025

Mitchell Joseph Vidauri, age 66, of Hamilton City, California passed away peacefully on October 2nd, 2025, in his home surrounded by his closest loved ones, listening to his favorite tunes. He was born on October 1st, 1959. He was a beloved husband of 41 years, Son, Father, Grandfather, Great -Grandfather, the best Uncle, and Friend anyone could ask for....

Oct 1, 2025

Wayne Merlin Gunter ,83, of Hamilton City passed away on October 1st, 2025. Wayne was born on November 6th, 1941, in Corning, California to his father Wallace and mother Delsa Gunter.

Wayne graduated from Hamilton City High School where he played baseball and basketball. He went on to receive a bachelor's in law enforcement. Wayne was a...

Sep 5, 2025

Dorothy Darlene Sudberry, age 89, went home to be with Jesus on Friday, September 5th, 2025.

Darlene was born in Compton, California, on February 18th, 1936, to Marvin Guy and Dorothy E. Fundenberger. She lived in Southern California. Darlene married Charles Parkerson and had two sons, Jerry Parkerson (deceased), and Robert Parkerson. They divorced, and a few...

Sep 3, 2025

Luciano Espinoza Guerrero, 57, of Orland, California, passed away on September 3, 2025, in Williams, California.

Luciano was born August 13, 1968, in Zacatecas, Mexico to his Mother Esther Espinoza and Father Andres Guerrero. Luciano completed grade school in Mexico.

For the last 37 years Luciano has been a resident of Orland, California and worked...

Aug 25, 2025

Urbano Olmos, 84, of Orland, California passed away on August 25, 2025, in Paradise, California. Urbano was born on May 25, 1941, to his mother Bricia Chavez and Father Nestor Olmos in Aguascalientes, Mexico.

Urbano came to Orland in his mid-twenties where he met and married Juana Villicana and they had two children. He worked at the...

Aug 21, 2025

Darrell Bridges, 98, of Paradise, California passed away peacefully at home on August 21, 2025. Darrell was born on February 21, 1927, in Missouri to his father Allen Bridges and mother Buelah Jackson.

Darrell is survived by his wife Robbi Bridges, son Gary Bridges, Daughter Tammi Kibby, Sister Margaret Shephard, 4 Grandchildren, Great Grandchildren, and 3 Great...

Aug 20, 2025

James Darrell Millert (August 19th 1934 - August 20th 2025)

James (Jim) Darrell Millert passed away peacefully at his home in Chico, California, a day after celebrating his 91st birthday.

Jim lived a remarkable and fulfilling life. A proud veteran, he was enlisted in the U.S Army and was stationed in Germany for two years....