Tim Tanno, Sr.: 1952–2026
35 years at Redwood National Park.
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Johanna “JoMama” Hamel: Beloved KMUD DJ Known for Her Wit, Her Gardens, and Her Community Building, Dies at 63
“Much of her renown in Humboldt County and beyond was as a radio DJ, most notably on KMUD where she hosted “JoMama’s Blues” for 35 years, making it the longest-running blues show west of Chicago.”
Read morePatricia Marie Lancaster-Guidry: ‘Deeply passionate and wore her heart on her sleeve’
“Humboldt County held a special place in her heart, so much so that she even used “Humboldt hippie chick” as her email.”
Read moreDon Tehan: 1937-2026
“He served in the Korean war as a minesweeper. He was proud of his time serving our country and was very patriotic throughout his life.”
Read moreFarewell to Bill Twibell, The Fish Print Guy Who Brought Gyotaku to Humboldt
Bill Twibell spent his life chasing the ocean, teaching the art of fish printing, and leaving a lasting impression on everyone he met. The beloved Humboldt County artist died March 6 at his home in Kona, Hawaii.
Read moreSteve Boyce: Outdoorsman, Sonographer, Veteran
“His fishing adventures are many and he came to know the Eel River like the back of his hand; he spent many, many hours and years in his drift boat, FSHYTWO, on both the Van Duzen and the Eel.”
Read moreJudith (Judy) Ann Bernhardt Wolff: 1946-2026
“For many years at Christmas Judy took the initiative to find out what residents needed and used her huge family of friends to collect gifts to make sure these residents received a special Christmas gift. That was one of her super powers, to be here for anyone who needed help.”
Read moreIn Memory of Katey Ringle Former Weott School Secretary and Beloved Wife
Five years ago, on March 13, 2021, Miranda resident Katherine “Katey” Jane Ringle-Hackney passed away peacefully at home. Katey, remembered by many as the longtime secretary at Weott School and as a gifted crafter, would have celebrated her golden wedding anniversary with her husband next month — marking 50 years together on April 16.
Read morePatricia (Patty) Puzin, April 18, 1953–January 30, 2026
“She was a Preschool Teacher and Director for many years. Patty loved the the little students most of all and would be very excited to see them grown up and doing well in the community.”
Read moreEvan Lennard Olson: Scotia Postmaster
“Over the years he was a cheerful presence at a variety of post office locations, retiring as Postmaster from the Scotia office in 2008.”
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