Max Adkisson October 18, 1944 December 21, 2013 Max Passed away Saturday Dec. 21st. Max grew up in Reno. Graduated from Reno High School. He lived in Houston for 20 years then moved back to Reno and worked for the Peppermill for 13 years. Max loved going to Nascar races and watching his Houston Texans play. He was Preceded in death by his mother Faye Adkisson. Max is survived by his wife Irene, his his 2 four legged Daughters Zoe Allie and his Friend John Chrismer. To Tara Millman, for your caring ways and for being there for both of us. "For everything that's happened to you, you stayed strong through out it all. To my Best Friend, I love you." IreneRobert Lee Brinkerhoff Mangum September 27, 1986 December 7, 2013 Born in Reno, Nevada to Owen and Shelly Brinkerhoff, Bobby was raised in Winnemucca, Nevada and died unexpectedly on December 7 1213. He is survived by his fianc Katie Melendez, his stepson, Tyler Melendez and his precious baby daughter Sophie Lee. His parents, Owen and Connie http://www.official49ersnflauthentic.com/WOMENS-GLENN-DORSEY-JERSEY.html Brinkerhoff; Shelly and Johnny Collier; grandparents, Danny and Judy Lamb and Alice Brinkerhoff; sisters, Heather Mangum and Jennifer Schaffer; numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews and so many, many friends and love ones. She was a native of Reno and graduated from Bishop Manogue High School in 1981. She was very active in media sales for many years and spoke fondly of her many colleagues, clients, and friends. Lisa is survived by sons Ross and Christopher Brown, parents Jim and Sherrie Corica, and stepsister Kim Canale. Her sister, Robin Edmondson, preceded her in death. Frances was born on October 9, 1919 to Francis and Jennie Hanson in Clayton, Missouri. Frances worked as an accountant and bookkeeper for various companies throughout her life. She met her husband and the love of her life, Albert Clayton in 1974. They were inseparable until his passing in 1994. After her husbands passing, Frances spent most her time with her friends from the Granite Hills Baptist Church. She felt as each and every one of them were her family and they cared for her as if she was. Frances was preceded in death by her husband, parents and her close friend, Eilene Duett. She is survived by her half brother Harry Thomas Lewin, Pastor A. Rudy Duett, Pastor Mark Morton, along with her extended family at the Granite Hills Baptist Church. Jeff unexpectedly passed away on December 10, 2013 in Reno. Jeff lived in the greater Reno/Sparks area for almost his entire life. A graduate of Sparks High School, Jeff enlisted in the United States Navy on October 27, 1994. After boot camp and "A" school, Jeff was permanently stationed at Naval Station San Diego, California as an Electronic Warfare Technician. Jeff served his country proudly and faithfully for four years serving aboard USS Copeland and USS Kinkaid. After his service in the Navy, Jeff returned to the Reno area in 1998 where he lived until his death. Tragically, Jeff leaves behind an infant son, Preston Lee Berry who was born on October 2, 2013, to Jeff and Dayna Berry. Jeff's father, Pat, preceded him in death, and Jeff is survived by numerous other family members and friends. Jeff was an intelligent, lively, and caring man who will be missed immensely. We all pray that you are now at peace. We love you and miss you so much already. Services will be held in January. Specific details will be announced at a later date. 8, 1937 Dec. 18, 2013 LaBelle Diane DeAngeli passed away unexpectedly from a short illness a month shy of her 77th birthday with her family at her bedside. She was born January 8, 1937 in Salt Lake City, UT. LaBelle spent her childhood in Wendover, NV riding horses and enjoying the desert life where her family owned the A1 casino. She attended grammar school at St. Mary's of Wasach in Salt Lake City, UT. She moved to Reno, NV when she was five years old with her mother Edith Rose West and brothers Twain and Donald. There she attended Billinghurst Middle School and Reno High School, where she met her high school sweetheart and husband Jan "PJ" DeAngeli on a blind date. She was a member of the class of 1955. Jan and LaBelle were married in 1956 at Our Lady of the Snows Church in Reno, NV. She then began working at First National Bank where the majority of her wages helped to begin her collection of cashmere sweater sets. In 1958, they began their family with the birth of their daughter Tamara Ann. Their son Douglas Peter followed three years later in 1961. As a family they enjoyed spending time at Lake Tahoe, skiing Slide Mountain in the winter and in the summer sailing on their boat The Infinity and power boating and water skiing with the kids. Later, LaBelle continued her education at the University of Reno where she studied history and painting, becoming a docent at the Nevada Art Museum. She was a natural artist and enjoyed painting. Labelle spent time volunteering as a 'Pink Lady' at the Washoe Medical Center for several years at the emergency admitting desk. She was a sustaining member of the Reno Junior League, working at their restaurant, Arlington Gardens. The last half of her life was spent travelling with her husband Jan. Together they saw six of the Seven Wonders of the World. She particularly loved the Italian Riviera. LaBelle is survived by her husband of more than 57 years, Jan; her children Tamara DeAngeli Kennedy (David), Douglas DeAngeli (Heather); her granddaughters, Sarah Kennedy, Nicole DeAngeli and Claire DeAngeli. She is also survived by her brother Donald and 14 nieces and nephews. She is predeceased in death by her mother, Edith Rose West, father, Fred West, and brother Twain West. LaBelle had a great ability to overcome challenges and her zest for life and humor will be truly missed. A Memorial Mass will be held on Friday, December 27th 10:00am Our Lady Of the Snows Church, 1138 Wright St. Reno. Marjorie "Marge" Elizabeth Dillon November 22, 1931 December 17, 2013 Ms. Marjorie "Marge" Elizabeth Dillon, 82, of Reno, NV passed away Tuesday December 17, 2013 at the Laurels of Salisbury. Born November Phil Dawson Jersey 22, 1931 in Rowan County she was the daughter of the late John Henry Dillon, Sr. and Myrtle Owens Dillon. Ms. Dillon was a graduate of Cleveland High School. After graduation she worked for Southern Bell Telephone Company for several years as an operator. She went on to work for Harrah's Casino for 37 years as a dealer in Reno, NV. She loved bowling and was a league secretary for many years. Ms. Dillon was a member of Christ Episcopal Church, Cleveland, NC. Preceding her in death was her brother, John Dillon Jr. Those left to cherish her memory are her brothers, Keith Dillon (Peggy) of Mocksville, NC and Richard Dillon (Gladys) of Salisbury, NC; sister, Elaine Dillon of Cleveland, NC; sister in law, Sallie W. Dillon of Cleveland; seven nieces and nephews and eight great nieces and nephews. Funeral service will be held 3:00PM Friday, December 20, 2013 at Christ Episcopal Church with The Rev. Sarah Blaies officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. The family will receive friends in the Parish House following the interment. Box 37, Cleveland, NC 27013. Summersett Funeral Home is serving the Dillon family. 7, 2013 Vivian Fontaine, of Sparks, NV, passed away on December 7, 2013. She was 86. Vivian was born on July 3, 1927 in Upland, California, and was raised in Stockton, California and graduated from the University of Pacific. She was employed at Nevada Bella and spent over fifty years working in the gaming industry at Harold's Club, the Primadonna, Jesse Beck's Riverside, and the Sundowner. She was an avid Atlanta Brave's fan, with her favorite player being Chipper Jones. Vivian was a very kind person, helping anyone in need, including total strangers! She was preceded in death by her parents, her sister Ruth Terranella, and son Joey. She is survived by her daughters; Chat (Dick) Bein, Claudia (Derek) Halecky, Kristine (Ahmaed) Cephus, son, Frank (Debbie) Fontaine, her grandchildren; Joe (Mary) Ramsey, Joe Fontaine, Daniel (Bre) Halecky, Matthew (Katie) Halecky, Joshua (Kate) Halecky, Teresa (Jesse) Martynuik, Michele (Jeff Finn) Fontaine, Samantha (Travis) Finlayson, and Rakim and AJ Cephus, as well as great grandchildren; JoJo Ramsey, Emma Halecky, Megan Ridley Halecky, Evan and Dylan Martynuik, Beau and Reese Finlayson. A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, December 28, 2013 at 1:00 pm at Walton Funeral Home, 875 W. 2nd Street, Reno. He was born on July 9th, 1931 in Ely, NV to Leo J. (Bungie) and Irene Cordano (Rena) Foppiano. He grew Ray McDonald Womens Jersey up on the Foppiano ranch, He graduated from White Pine High School in 1949. He served in the Army Honor Guard from 1953 to 1955 in Presidio, California. He was a rancher his entire life in addition to working for Kennecott as a truck driver, retiring in 1983. He is survived by his sister Nevada F. Loper, (Richard deceased), nieces Lori Morales (Bob),Sandy Richardson (Bart),and nephew Rodney Loper, great nephew Kendall Harris (Kristen), and great nieces Kallie Harris, Brooke Richardson, and Whitney Richardson. Saturday, Jan. 18, at Washoe Democratic Headquarters, 1465 Terminal Way in Reno. For more information, contact Mylan Hawkins (775) 857 8777 or Martha Gould (775) 747 0777. Printouts of memories may be brought to the celebration. Text and/or video may be e mailed to Mrs. Hawkins viaCharles Garo Gholdoian March 3, 1967 December 17, 2013 Charles Garo Gholdoian of Reno, Nevada passed away on December 17, 2013. A compassionate and highly skilled doctor, Garo was a beloved husband, father, son, brother, and terrific friend to many. He was 46. The first of two children, Garo was born in Michigan. He grew up in suburban Detroit and attended the Alex Manoogian Armenian School and, later, Walled Lake Central High School, where he made many lifelong friends, excelled academically, and even elected as Homecoming King. An intelligent and talented young man, Garo was also musically inclined, mastering the piano, and bass guitar. Friends recall his father, Ara, owned many classic cars his son borrowed to sneak in friends to a drive in movie; his mother, Vicky, would have dinner parties with an abundance of Armenian food and Garo would play duets with his sister, a violinist. Garo's sister, Linda, a year younger, had many of the same friends and it was little wonder why the Gholdoian house was the most popular in the area. After graduation, Garo sought new horizons and went West to California where he enrolled at the University of California, Irvine (UCI) to study medicine. During this time, he met Staci Paul, also a student at UCI, who, seven years later, would become his wife. Staci and Garo both earned their medical degrees at the UCI California College of Medicine in 1993 and Garo continued his residency at UCI Medical Center, specializing in urology. While a medical student, Garo was diagnosed with non Hodgkin's lymphoma. Soon after his diagnosis, he began an aggressive treatment, including chemotherapy/radiation. While Garo battled his disease, his friends and family rallied with him. The endless optimism and love all around were rewarded: Garo beat cancer. This tragedy became a gift, a gift he used in his own practice; he became a caring physician that patients could count on for the truth, as well as, a laugh and always with compassion. After finishing residency in California, Garo and Staci moved to Reno, Nevada, where they began a new life. Both flourished in private practice. He quickly became known not only as a skilled and competent physician but a leader in the medical community of Reno, as: Chief of the Department of Urology at Renown and St. Mary's, a Founder of a radiation center (IMRT), a board member of Surgery Center of Reno, and, later, to become President of Urology of Nevada. As busy and successful as he was in his career, he always made time for his family and friends. There were many nights of gourmet cooking, not only for his family but his neighboring friends, as well. He made many friends through the hobbies he was passionate about: building custom hi fi systems fine wine collecting. He even survived the "death ride" cycling with his friend in the desert. Garo was an exuberant, creative and passionate husband and father who adored his wife and kids. He was forever in love with his wife, Staci, and would always try to "romanticize" every moment, even if it ended in utter laughter. With his son, Nicholas, he had endless nights of record playing and modifying vehicles. With his daughter, Sophia, they snuck out to "Popeye's" to eat food Mom would not approve and drove hours to attend football games. Together, they would watch endless hours of movies and soon after, Garo would allude hilarious quotes. In all, he was a Renaissance man. He knew exactly the road he wanted to take to get to where he wanted to go for himself or for his family. Dr. Garo Gholdoian's kind eyes telegraphed in an instant the sort of man we knew him to be: extraordinarily smart and helpful, kind and generous, strong and brave, fun and silly. A Public Celebration of Life will be held on Sunday, Dec. 29th at 3pm at South Reno Phil Dawson Womens Jersey United Methodist Church, 200 DeSpain Lane, Reno. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Dr. Gholdoian Memorial Fund through Wells Fargo. Acct3345174613, or send a check to Renown Health Foundation (note: "Gholdoian Fund") 1300 Mill St., Reno, NV 89502. Direct questions to Jenna Moffat (775)982 5361. Terri and Kurt met in 1991 and were married on August 19, 1992. Terri is survived by her husband Kurt, son Clayton Eason, father in law Ron Gisler, sister in law Lori Gisler, the Dendary family and many friends in the Sparks area. Terri's passion was her gardening. Her cat Maggie enjoyed chasing the butterflies and birds that were always attracted to the abundance of flowers and waterfalls in the yard. The family would like to thank the wonderful staff at Rosewood Rehabilitation Center for their kindness and loving care of our beloved Terri. Special thanks to Karen Dosh for her help and support during Terri's stay. Born September 2, 1936 in Waterloo, Iowa to Ruth Shanafelt. She is survived by her children Karen Cecchi, Beverly Tyler, Barbara Brockman and Wayne Griffin, Jr., sister Shirley Allen and 2 predeceased siblings Patricia Peters and Bob O'Donnell, 10 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren and one predeceased grandchild Derrick Foshee. Nancy lived a very full life complete with a beautiful family and several entrepreneurial endeavors with her late husband, Wayne who passed earlier this year. Nancy and Wayne owned several restaurants and upholstery/furniture businesses as well as a motel. Her life's passion was to raise and nurture her large family that became larger very quickly as she was a grandmother by her late thirties. Nancy played a large role in raising many of her grandchildren that were the pride and joy of her life. Jacobs September 16 1933 December 17, 2013 Born in Ohio, moved to Nevada in 1960, died Reno. A US Army vet served during the Korean War. Employed as mechanic and equipment supervisor at Reno District Equipment Division until his retirement from NDOT. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, traveling and a good anytime occasion dinner. Survivors wife Donna, son Cliff Jacobs, step sons Paul, Ralph and Richard Patterson, 6 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren. Services: January 9, 2014, 1:00 PM, Our Lady of Sorrows Cemetery Chapel. A native of Lackawanna, NY, she made her home in Reno, NV, where she married her husband of 60 years, Raymond Plaza. Estelle touched many lives through her faith, her teaching and her life. She is survived by her husband Raymond Plaza, her son John Plaza, her daughter's Judy Martin and Jeanne Storm, seven grandchildren and four great grandchildren. to honor her life.