Samuel Marion Carey

Samuel Marion Carey, 81, passed away from an extended illness on July 23, 2007, in Bonners Ferry, Idaho while visiting his children.

Sam was born December 13, 1925, in Commerce, Okla., to Samuel W. and Artie Elizabeth (Dodson) Carey. Upon graduating from high school in Nevada, he was drafted into the Navy at the age of 18, and served during World War II in the Pacific. After his discharge, he returned to Nevada to become a hard rock miner which he continued until his retirement.

While visiting friends in Bonners Ferry, Idaho, he met and married Evalie Harper. From that marriage they had seven children. Jeanne Carey King of Bonners Ferry, Idaho, Linda Carey Gilliand of Amargosa Valley, Mike of Rigby, Idaho, Sam and Steve of Bonners Ferry, Idaho, Mark of Athol, Idaho and Beth Carey Ford of Moses Lake, Wash. Sam and Evalie later divorced. They have 38 grandchildren and 68 great-grandchildren. He then married Maxine Dotty and helped raise her children, Maxine Brunow, Pete Brunow, Fred Brunow, Jimmie Haven and Tammy Haven. They were later divorced.

Sam then married Patricia Miller who had four daughters; Patsy, Peggy, Geneva and Carol. They resided in Pahrump and later, Amargosa Valley. Pat preceded Sam in death. In 1997, Sam married his current wife Diane Thomas, who has four children; Carl, Lauri, David and Kathleen. Sam and Diane resided in Amargosa Valley.

Sam was preceded in death by his parents, sister Jean Carey Gondolfo, two granddaughters and two great-grandchildren. In addition to his children and grandchildren, Sam is survived by his wife Diane Carey and sister Joyce Yelland of Round Mountain.

Sam loved to share his stories and joy of mining and prospecting and loved to fish and hunt. He was a very intelligent man who kept up on current affairs and in particular, politics. He was a life member of Forest Hanson VFW Post #6826, and Jack Fisher Post #26, of the American Legion in Amargosa Valley.

Services will be held at 10:00 a.m., on Aug. 18, at the VFW post in Amargosa Valley. Burial will be in Manchester Cemetery, Manchester, Mont. (07/23/07)

Dixie Mae Brimble

Dixie Mae Brimble, 61, passed away August 11, 2007 in Las Vegas.

She was born April 12, 1946 and resided in Pahrump for 12 years. She was a teacher and a member of Heritage Bible Church.

Her husband, David Brimble of Pahrump; son, Lance Brimble of Tennessee; four sisters and two brothers survive her.

Parents and one sister preceded her in death.

Services are held within the heart.

In lieu of flowers a donation may be made to Heritage Bible Church of Pahrump. (08/11/07)

Ella Mae Relford

Ella Mae (Epperson) Relford, 67, passed away August 11, 2007 at Tender Loving Care in Henderson.

She was born August 29, 1939 in Gardiner, Mont. She was retired but worked many years for Janda Ribbons.

When Ella Mae married Bill Davis, she moved to Beatty and resided there for 40 years. She was widowed when he passed away. She then married Ernie Relford.

Her brother, James Epperson of Everett, Wash., sisters, Maudin Wohlbrandt-Douglas of Boulder City, and Shirley McLaran of Estes Park, Colo., and numerous nieces and nephews survive her.

Her parents preceded her in death.

No services are scheduled. (08/11/07)

Sandra Lee Allman

Sandra Lee Allman passed away June 27, 2007.

Sandy was a 10 year resident of Pahrump and dedicated her life to rescuing animals in need. She was involved with several animal rescue organizations and was on of the creators of the original "Pet Adoption" on Channel 41.

Her brothers; Robert Waechter of Lenexa, Kan., Ronald Driscoll of Apple Valley, Calif., sister-in-law; Peggy Driscoll of Apple Valley, Calif., sister; Amber Driscoll of Valencia, Calif. and eight nieces and nephews survive her.

Sandy was greatly loved and will be missed by all who knew her.

Memorial services will be held at 2 p.m., Aug. 25, at Shepherd of the Valley Lutheran Church, 650 S. Blagg Road. (06/27/07)

Francis Propps

Francis Propps, 70 passed away August 9, 2007 in Las Vegas.

She was born February 22, 1937 in Camas, Wash., was of the Christian faith and resided in Pahrump for 20 years.

Her daughters; Cheryl Propps of Pahrump, Deanna Oliveaux of Washington, Brenda Kaashock of Canada; son, Johnny Propps of California; sisters, Alice Wisenhunt and Rosemary Ross both of Pahrump, and April Hendrick of Missouri; brother, David Braniff; eight grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren survive her.

Her parents, one brother and one sister preceded her in death.

Visitation was held Aug. 14, at Pahrump Family Mortuary. Burial will be in Boulder City at a later date. (08/09/07)

Dorthea E. Ruddell

Dorothea E. Ruddell (Holbrook) passed away peacefully in her sleep on the morning of August 8, 2007, at the age of 84. Dorothea was born August 17, 1922, to Clara and Bill Stevenson in Boone, Iowa. She attended several schools from Boone, Iowa, to Wyoming. Dorothea graduated form Riverton, Wyo., in 1937.

She married Don Mecham in Green River, Wyo., in 1939. Dorothea lived in Las Vegas in 1942, then a short stay in Reno, Nev., where she was one of the first women to "deal" roulette. In 1943, Dorothea settled in Tonopah.

Dorothea was later married to Dana Holbrook Jr. and lived throughout many Western States including several years in Boise, Idaho. She moved to Pahrump after the passing of her husband and spent several years there until she moved to Carlin, Nev., in 2005 to be closer to her grandchildren.

Dorothea had several hobbies and loves through out her life. They included years of painting and tap dancing. She enjoyed serving on clubs and organizations and dedicated many years to the Rebecca's and United Methodist Women's ministry.

Dorothea enjoyed entertaining guests and visitors, especially children who loved ice cream. She had a passion for traveling throughout the United States and abroad. Dorothea took pride in her heritage and sharing family roots with younger generations.

Dorothea was preceded in death by her husbands, Don Mecham, Dana D. Holbrook, Jr. and "Rudy" Ruddell; sister June Howard; mother Clara Stevenson; father Bill Stevenson; and son Don Holbrook.

Dorothea is survived by her brother Billy Stevenson; grandson Dana Holbrook (Brandy); grandson Jon Shirley (JoBeth); granddaughter Malinda "Mac" Holbrook; granddaughter Cinde Bissa; great-grandchildren Miranda Boni, Lindsey Bissa, Jessica Shirley, Kylie Bissa, JKordan Holbrook, Bradley Holbrook, Anna Shirley; longtime friend Paul Bartok and several nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be held at the Carlin United Methodist Church at 11 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 11. Graveside service will be held at the Tonopah Cemetery at 11 a.m. Monday. In lieu of flowers, donations are suggested to the Carlin United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 287, Carlin, NV 89822.

A memorial service wil be held 10 a.m, Aug. 15, at United Methodist Church, 1300 E. Highway 372. (08/08/07)