Jesse R. Burns

Jesse R. Burns, 84, left this life March 13, 2008.

He was born Aug. 23, 1923, in Centerville, Mo., into a large family of five brothers and one sister.

His family moved around, following available work during the Great Depression, ending up in Roundup, Mont.

Times were hard, but Jesse was determined to complete his education. Even when he was a young boy, he would run away from his family to find odd jobs; using the money to pay for clothing and other school needs. He always returned home just in time to start the new school year. His diligence earned him high school graduation and three years of college.

Jesse served in the U.S. Army 1943-46.

In 1943, he met and married his first and only love Joyce J. Bellei. They welcomed their only child, Carolyn, into the world in 1949.

Jesse was recalled into the U.S. Air Force in 1950, where he served for over 20 years. During that time, he fought in three wars; World War II, Korea and Vietnam. He moved his family 14 times to different states and he fulfilled assignments in four foreign countries. Jesse retired from the military in 1967.

After his retirement, he and Joyce moved to Oregon, where Jesse worked at odd jobs for another 16 years. In 1983, he and Joyce sold their home and all their belongings and bought a 5th-wheel trailer. They traveled the U.S. and Canada.

After meeting some wonderful people and seeing a lot of the country, they ended their travels in Las Vegas, where they lived for 23 years.

The final move to Pahrump was in 2006 to be with his beloved daughter Carolyn and her husband Jim.

He is survived by his loving wife of almost 60 years, Joyce J. Burns; daughter Carolyn (Jim) Axtell of Pahrump; grandsons Richard A. Axtell of Eagle River, Alaska and Robert J. Axtell of Anchorage, Alaska;

Great-granddaughters Krysta L. Axtell of Anchorage, Lauren R. and Nicole H. Axtell of Eagle River; great-grandson Nicholas R. Axtell of Anchorage and step great-granddaughter Jewelen Bennett of Eagle River.

Jesse was the last of a large family and preceding him in death are his mother Willa; father Frank; brothers Arnold, Dale, Junior, Dean, Little Bob and sister Virginia.

Jesse was a wonderful husband, father, grandfather and friend. He will be missed by all.

Services are private. (03/13/2008)

Joan E. Nelson

Joan E. Nelson passed into the sunset of her life Feb. 12, 2008.

Her sisters Joyce Gielow, Nancy Garr and Diane Kusha; nieces and nephews Jeffrey Garr, Michelle Morris, Gregory Garr and Kristen and Allen Furr; great-nephews Jacob Furr, and Nicholas Furr and friends survive her.

Services will be held at 10 a.m., March 28 at Our Lady of the Valley Catholic Church, 781 E. Gamebird Rd. (02/12/2008)

Robert Ray Addington

Robert Ray Addington, 76, passed away March 19, 2008, in Pahrump.

He was born Nov. 22, 1931, in Ivanhoe, Calif. and lived in Pahrump for 3 years, having come from Riverside, Calif.

He was a veteran of the U.S. Navy, had a 12-year education and was employed as a pipe fitter.

His wife Grace Addington and two sisters Edith Addington of Visalia, Calif., and Katy Cooper of Garden Grove, Calif., survive him.

He was preceded in death by his son, two brothers, two sisters and his parents.

The viewing was at 11 a.m. March 24, followed by the service at 1 p.m.

Interment was in Visalia, Calif.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Nathan Adelson Hospice. (03/19/2008)

Jack H. Palmer

Jack H. Palmer, born May 26, 1926, passed away in Las Vegas March 19, 2008, at age 81. Jack served 27 years in the U.S. Navy. He served during World War II, Korea, and Vietnam, and retired in 1970.

Jack and his wife Beverly lived in Pahrump for 27 years.

He was a member of the Moose Lodge, VFW, and Elks.

Jack is survived by his wife of 62 years, Beverly; son Allen of San Diego, Calif.; grandchildren Steven Palmer of San Diego and Patricia Eubanks of Dallas, Texas and his great-grandson Dylan Eubanks.

Jack will always be remembered as a fun loving member of the community.

Services are pending at Fort Rosecrans National Cemetery in San Diego. (03/19/2008)

Scott Donald James

Scott Donald James, 11, was taken home by the angels on March 20, 2008.

Scott was born March 5, 1997 in Irvine, Calif., and moved to Pahrump with his family.

He was a happy, loving boy whose big smile will be missed by his many friends and family.

He is survived by his parents Corey and Patricia James; brother Christopher; sisters Krysten, Alexandra and Laura; grandmother Nita Reilly and many uncles, aunts and cousins.

The viewing will be 9-11 a.m., March 28 at Lee Funeral Home, 720 Buol Lane and services will be 2 p.m. at the Bob Ruud Community Center.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made at Wal-Mart in memory of Scott. (03/20/2008)