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OBITUARIES

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Myrtle Marie Poe

Nov. 13, 1929 – June 5, 2022

Myrtle was born on Nov. 13, 1929 in Lodi, Calif. to Arthur and Lorna Martinson, She was raised and educated in California graduating from Fresno State University.

Myrtle settled in Placerville, Calif. where she raised four daughters and taught at the Rescue Union School District for 45 years. She loved teaching, reading, and traveling. she enjoyed watching and listening to her favorite teams the Oakland Athletics and the Raiders. She always had a book in her hands and usually fell asleep either reading or listening to one of the games.

Myrtle is survived by her brother Russell (Becky) Martinson of Meridian, Idaho; daughters Linda Keller (Bob) of El Mirage Ariz., Kathy (Al) Elliott of Minot N.D., Chris Ferris of Placerville, and Charlene Muniz of Placerville, fi ve grandchildren and fi ve great grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents and son in law Joe Muniz. Myrtle chose not to have a memorial service, but to be cremated and have her ashes scattered in one of her favorite places - Yellowstone National Park

Robert L. Gillespie

Feb. 28, 1962 - Sept. 19, 2022

Robert L. Gillespie passed away suddenly in his Pollock Pines home on Sept. 19. He was a beloved father, husband, grandfather, brother, and friend.

Robert was a native Californian and spent his youth in Southern California. It was there he met Laura, the love of his life, and they were married in 1986. He became a father fi rst to Jamie and then to Robby. Robert and Laura had over 25 years together before the Lord called her home in 2011. Her death was unexpected and tragic and left the family bereft.

Robert was able to fi nd love again. A mutual friend introduced Robert to Sherri, a widow herself. The relationship would blossom into love and in 2013 they married.

Robert leaves behind his wife, Sherri; daughter, Jamie; son, Robby; brothers, Richard, Rodney, and Reed; and four beautiful granddaughters.

A celebration of life will be held for him at the Chapel of the Pines on Oct. 14 at noon with a reception to follow.

Theodore (Ted) John Addison

Oct. 14, 1937 - Sept. 16, 2022

Theodore “Ted” John Addison, age 84, of Cameron Park, Calif, died peacefully on September 16, 2022. Ted was born in Jackson, Mich. on Oct 14, 1937. to Robert R. and Marian L. (Turk) Addison. After Ted graduated from St. Mary’s High School in Jackson, Mich. in 1955, he went on to study at St. Joseph’s College in Indiana. He later served proudly in the National Guard for six years.

In 1957, Ted met Shirley Ellen Cavendar at Clark Lake, Mich. and were married in 1961 and went on to have two children, Dane Lawrence and Michelle “Shellie” Kathryn Cook.

His professional career spanned many years in sales and marketing for various companies like Aeroquip in Mich. and Stemco, out of Texas, which brought him to Calif in 1979. Ted eventually owned his own travel agency in Cameron Park and El Dorado Hills. He loved the community and served on numerous committees and boards of directors for area Chamber of Commerce’s consisting of El Dorado County, Shingle Springs/Cameron Park, El Dorado Hills and Folsom. He thoroughly enjoyed mixing it up with the local community members and volunteering at community events including the annual Folsom Pro Rodeo.

Ted was a sports fanatic. He spent his entire life cheering on the University of Michigan and Notre Dame athletics teams. His biggest struggle was who to cheer for when Michigan played Notre Dame, even as a Michigan football season ticket holder. He also enjoyed most of his time on the golf course. While these were his favorite pastimes, his greatest joy was sitting on the bleachers watching his granddaughter, Bailey, play softball and his grandson, Dalton, play football.

Ted was predeceased by his brother, Daniel R. and both parents. He is survived by his loving and supportive wife of 61 years, Shirley, and their two children, Dane and Shellie. As well as, son-in-law Sean Cook, grandchildren Bailey Addison and Dalton James Cook; nephew Steven T. Addison and wife Diane, great-nephew Stephen, great-nieces Ashley (Nobriga) and Alicia Addison; and niece Danielle. Also survived by nephew, Mike Cavender, and nieces Kelly, Tricia, Betsy, and numerous other great-nieces and nephews.

Ted’s strength, unparalleled. Stubbornness, unprecedented. His uncanny sense of humor, priceless. Ted, you will forever be in our hearts and missed by many. We are all blessed to have known you in our di erent walks of life.

California services will be held Friday, October 21, 2022 at 11:00am at Holy Trinity Catholic Church, 3111 Tierra de Dios Dr. El Dorado Hills, CA 95762.

Michigan services will be held Monday, November 21, 2022 at 10:00 a.m. at St. Mary Star of the Sea, 120 East Wesley Street, Jackson, Mich., 49201.

Mary Katherine Harris

Apr. 6, 1960 - Sept. 12, 2022

On Monday, September 12, Mary Kate Harris, loving wife and mother, passed away at the age of 62 at her home in Placerville, Calif. She was married to husband Richard Harris (Rick) for nearly 34 years. They married on Oct. 29, 1988 in Phoenix, Ariz. They raised a daughter, Sara, and two sons, Christopher and Jackson. She battled Triple Negative Breast Cancer for over a year.

Mary Kate was born on Apr 6, 1960, in Oshkosh, Wis. to Thomas and Dolores Pech. She received her Bachelor’s degree in Economics and Computer Science from Carroll College and her Master’s degree in Educational Therapy from the University of Phoenix. Mary Kate had many careers over the course of her life: a Medical Coordinator for Southwest Adoption Center, a representative for the Learning Disabilities Association of America, an Educational Therapist, a Practice Manager for mental health clinic Professional Services Associates, and more in between. All had the same central tenets of helping people and serving her community.

Mary Kate’s passion for helping people extended to her personal life. She was a problem solver for anyone and everyone she met. She was selfless when it came to helping others, often opening her home to strangers and friends alike. She loved being around people and doing anything she could to make people comfortable and happy. She was devoted to her husband and children; caring, loving, and protecting them was her life’s mission and it showed every day. She is deeply missed by her family and many in the community.

Mary Kate is survived by her husband Rick, her children, Sara, Christopher, and Jackson, her sister Anne Marie Haverland (Kirk), her brothers Tom Pech (Chris) and Mike Pech (Nancy), and several cousins, nieces, and a nephew.

She is preceded in death by parents Thomas and Dolores and nephew Craig Sawicki.

A celebration of life will be held at a later date. Send inquiries to mk.life.celebration@gmail.com

Please help fight this horrible disease, please make a donation to the Triple Negative Breast Cancer Foundation at: https://tnbcfoundation. org/support-us/donate or donations can be mailed to:

TNBC Foundation

PO Box 204

Norwood, N. J. 07648

Edward Albert Newell

May 15, 1948 – Sept. 20, 2022

Edward Albert Newell passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday Sept. 20, in Placerville, Calif. at the age of 74. Ed was born in San Francisco May 15,1948, the eldest of three children of Ray and Hazel Newell.

Ed is survived by his wife of 49 years, Jan Newell of Placerville, his daughter Alicia Newell of Rocklin, his son Bryce Newell of Sacramento, daughter-in-law Dana Newell and his two grandchildren Olivia (4) and Beau (2).

Ed grew up in Pleasant Hill and Walnut Creek and graduated from Las Lomas High School in 1966. He graduated from the University of California, Davis, in 1970, majoring in Economics and German. While there, he was also a pitcher on the UCD baseball team and made his mark in the record books with the most strikeouts in a 9-inning game (18) and the first Freshman to throw a no hitter (1967). In the early years after college, he taught skiing at Homewood, worked as a carpenter and taught history briefly at Ione High School.

In 1978, Ed launched his business, Newell Construction, Inc. Over the span of 35 years, he built over 80 custom homes in El Dorado and Sacramento counties. He was grateful for the relationships formed with his customers and coworkers throughout the years.

Ed was a devoted family man. He encouraged his children to pursue their passions and supported them throughout their lives. His happiest days were spent surrounded by family.

Ed was also a huge sports fan. He coached youth basketball and baseball, was a life-long Giants and 49er fan, an avid skier, golfer and cyclist. He coached skiing at El Dorado High School from 1975 to 1979. His many ski trips with friends and family were some of his fondest memories.

A celebration of life will be held at Cameron Park Country Club from noon-3:00 p.m. on Nov. 5, 2022. Please RSVP by Oct. 28, https:// everloved.com/life-of/ed-newell/

Melinda “Casey” Carlton-Mercado

June 23, 1943 - Oct. 1, 2022

Casey was born into a three generation household in Oak Park, Ill., to Russell W. and DeVota (“De” Orth) Carlton, originally from Carthage, Ill. Her childhood with her sister Charlotte Sue, was archetypical American: walking to schools, suburban activities, summer visits to the uncle Bill Shinkle farm in Hancock County Ill. After graduating Oak Park River Forest High School she attended Purdue University, joined Alpha XI Delta sorority, and earned her degree in Home Economics then some post grad study in biochemistry. While there she wed Wm. Schmitendorf and started substitute teaching and working in food service while he fi nished his advanced degree and went on sta at Northwestern. They had two sons, Paul and Thomas raising them in Glenview. Ill. While homemaking, Casey enjoyed sewing, cooking and crafting. She was a contestant in the Pillsbury BakeO with her chocolate éclair, earning the fi rst model of a GE microwave oven!

Casey started her career working for Kraft Foods then Jewel Food stores as a Home Economist, recipe and menu planner. Her second marriage in 1981 was to Harry C. Mercado, in San Mateo, Calif. She became the Sales Manager for a craft supply company and authored “how to” booklets to support her products. In 1990 the couple started a novel format retail furniture business in Pleasanton, Calif. Retiring in 1996 they moved to Lotus Calif. on the American River. There she was active in Coloma/ Lotus valley community development.

Casey was an energetic person of strong political, societal, and cultural beliefs. She joined the American Association of University Women (AAUW), and led the Foothill Chapter in Placerville advocating for girls scholarships and women’s issues. She was a member of the Shakespeare Club, a social group. Her community and club activities often saw her chairing/cooking event meals at the Grange/Community hall, Shakespeare hall, and in the Lake Oaks Community club house. She loved to hike the Sierra, tour the country in their motor home, logging 80,000 miles, play bridge and do sudokus.

Casey passed peacefully at home at Lake Oaks in Diamond Springs under the care of Snowline Hospice. She is survived by her sister Sue Pierce, husband of 41 yrs Harry Mercado, sons Paul and Thomas Schmitendorf, step sons Robinson and Je rey Mercado, grandchildren Parker, Alexander, and Christopher Mercado, Ivy and Aidan Schmitendorf. A celebration of life service will be scheduled. Remembrance donations can be made in her name to AAUW, 3078 Edythe Ct., Placerville, Calif., 95667

CELEBRATION OF LIFE Eugene R. (Ollie) Olivier

Sept. 17, 1947 – Sept. 17, 2022

A Celebration of Life will be held Sunday, Oct. 9, 1:00 p.m. at the El Dorado Community Hall, 6139 Pleasant Valley Road, El Dorado.

WEATHER

Georgetown 86/64 86/64

Coloma Coloma 93/69

El Dorado Hills Placerville 89/66 89/66

Cameron Park 90/63

Cameron Diamond Diamond Springs 90/66 Camino 85/62 85/62 Pollock Pines 83/59 83/59

Somerset Somerset 90/65 90/65

Fair Play Fair Play 89/65 89/65 South Lake Tahoe 78/37 74/36

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