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OBITUARIES

Obituaries on this page are written and paid for by the families or funeral homes. They are edited minimally by the Mountain Democrat. To submit an obituary, call (530) 622-1255, e-mail obits@mtdemocrat.net, fax (530) 344-5092, or visit mtdemocrat.com under “Submission Forms” at the bottom of the website. Include contact information with all submissions.

Linda Marie Gaskin

Nov. 15, 1952 – Nov. 15, 2021

Linda was 69 years old. She was born in San Francisco, Calif.

She was the beloved wife of Chuck Gaskin, mother of Charlie Gaskin and the late Michelle Searcy, sister of Bob Burger, Marlene Davenport and Sandy Piggit and aunt to many nephews and nieces.

Grandmother of Katie Gonzalez, Anthony Searcy, Madison Searcy and Mason Searcy.

Family and friends are invited to attend services Thursday, Dec. 16, 11 a.m. at Green Valley Mortuary, 3004 Alexandrite Drive, Rescue, Calif. Reception is following at the Gaskin home.

In lieu of fl owers the family requests donations be made in her honor to St. Jude Children’s Hospital.

Catherine (Cathie) Betty Choate

May 17, 1932 – Nov. 22, 2021

Catherine (Cathie) Betty Choate was born in Placerville May 17, 1932 to Alex and Lil Revas. She passed away on Nov. 22 at the age of 89.

She attended Placerville Grammar School, El Dorado High School and graduated from San Jose State where she was a member of Alpha Chi Omega.

Cathie taught in Alum Rock School District for many years. Her hobbies were gardening, playing bridge with her friends and enjoying time with her family.

She leaves behind her four sons and daughterin-laws; Dennis (Shawn), Craig (Debbie), Bob and Steve (Christy) as well as seven grandchildren; Bryan (Katey), Bonny (Doug), Alex, Tanner, Reagan, Kelly and Kyle and four great-grand kids; brother Alex (Barbara) Revas and many other nieces and nephews.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Chapel of the Pines.

Patricia “Patty” Marie Kroeker

Dec. 11, 1949 – Nov. 23, 2021

Patricia “Patty” Marie Kroeker was born on Dec. 11, 1949 and was set free by her Savior, Jesus Christ Nov. 23. Patty was born in Tuscaloosa, Alabama to James and Ruth Hamner. James and Ruth moved from Tuscaloosa to El Dorado County when Patty was a child and Patty remained in this beautiful Northern California town that she loved all of the days of her life. Patty was a successful and loyal legal secretary for more than 20 years. After retiring from the legal fi eld, she joined her husband Ken Kroeker in running their business, Western Trading Company. Patty and Ken were married on April 16, 1988 and they celebrated 33 cherished years of marriage. Patty loved her family immensely and was a caretaker to anyone in need. Patty was generous in all areas and gave with a tremendously compassionate heart. Patty was a strong and determined woman who enjoyed her friends and loved to dance and have fun. Patty was adored by her various church groups members, business relationships and community friendships. Patty was a beloved Sister, a playful, witty and at times hilarious Grandma and she warmed hearts with her personality. Patty was a deeply devoted Mother who was and will always be treasured by her children.

Patty is preceded in death by her parents James and Ruth Hamner; sisters Diane Hamner and Teresa Ann Egbert (husband Wayne) and her brother Jim Hamner. Patty is survived by her husband Ken Kroeker; children Jason Hunter (wife Kelli), Kristina Heym (husband Adrian), Keri Stallions (husband Dave), Bryan Kroeker (wife Kelly) and her seven grandchildren; Luke, Meya, Dylan, Bryson, Jocelyn, Ryan and Hailey; as well as her brother John Hamner (wife Robin).

A celebration of life will be held at Cold Springs Church, 2600 Cold Springs Road in Placerville at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, Dec. 18.

In lieu of Flowers, her family and Cold Springs Church have set up a Christmas Giving Fund in Patty’s honor. One hundred percent of these funds will go to helping local families in need.

Online: coldspringschurch.net/give Drop down menu: “Patty’s Gift”

Text: $ amount and the word “Christmas” to 84321

Cash/Checks payable to: Cold Springs Church, 2600 Cold Springs Road Placerville, with “Patty’s Gift” in memo.

Town Center shines

El Dorado Hills Town Center hosted its tree lighting event Saturday with Santa and Mrs. Claus leading the crowd in the countdown moments before the shopping center’s signature tree was illuminated thanks to a little magic glitter.

Photos by Nicholas Trylovich

CRIME LOG

The following was taken from El Dorado County Sheriff’s Offi ce crime logs: Nov. 26

4:46 p.m. A burglary was reported at Lumberyard Fire Station on Highway 88 in Grizzly Flat. 5:45 p.m. Battery was reported on Shingle Springs Drive in Shingle Springs. 7:42 p.m. Burglary was reported at Cameron Park Mobile Home Estates on Cameron Park Drive in Cameron Park. 11:11 p.m. Battery was reported on Panorama Drive in Placerville.

Nov. 27

1:02 a.m. Battery was reported on Canyon Creek Road in Georgetown. 8:58 a.m. Burglary was reported at an equipment rental business on Durock Road in Shingle Springs. 9:37 p.m. Grand theft was reported at Code Enforcement on Scott Road in Placerville.

Nov. 28

11:11 a.m. Grand theft was reported at Code Enforcement on Scott Road in Placerville. 12:23 p.m. Burglary was reported on Bothwell Circle in El Dorado Hills. 12:24 p.m. A suspicious subject was reported at Carson Crossing and Palmdale drives in El Dorado Hills. 2:03 p.m. Grand theft was reported on Garden Park Drive in Garden Valley. 7:02 p.m. Burglary was reported at a church on Church Street in El Dorado . 7:16 p.m. A suspicious subject was reported at a gas station on Coach Lane in Cameron Park. 7:35 p.m. Trespassing was reported on Cappella Drive in Diamond Springs. The suspect was gone upon deputies’ arrival.

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Nov. 29

9:46 a.m. Burglary was reported at the U.S. Post Offi ce on Highway 49 in Coloma. 10:15 a.m. Burglary was reported on Sourdough Trail in Placerville. 12:20 p.m. Battery was reported on Canterbury Circle in El Dorado Hills. 1:36 p.m. Burlgary was reported at a Vine Street restaurant in El Dorado Hills. 1:40 p.m. Grand theft was reported at a movie theater on Vine Street in El Dorado Hills. 1:41 p.m. Items were stolen from a vehicle on Klondike Way in El Dorado Hills. 1:43 p.m. Grand theft was reported on Montrose Way in El Dorado Hills. 1:44 p.m. Grand theft was reported on Mother Lode Drive in Placerville. 3:17 p.m. Trespassing was reported at the storefront of a cellular service provider on Coach Lane in Cameron Park. 3:47 p.m. Grand theft was reported at the Greenwood Knoll Apartments on Greenwood Lane in Cameron Park. 4:33 p.m. Deputies assisted with a report of trespassing on Woodleigh Lane in Cameron Park.

weather

Georgetown 47/37 47/37

Coloma 50/41

El Dorado Hills 48/38 Placerville 47/38 47/38

Cameron Park 46/38

Cameron Diamond Diamond Springs 48/38 Camino 45/35 45/35 Pollock Pines 45/32 45/32

Somerset Somerset 49/38 49/38

Fair Play Fair Play 49/38 49/38 South Lake Tahoe 78/37 34/19

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Friday Saturday Sunday Monday Tuesday HigH: 47° Low: 38° HigH: 49° Low: 43° HigH: 48° Low: 45° HigH: 47° Low: 40° HigH: 43° Low: 36°

generally sunny. High 47F. winds light and variable. Sunshine and clouds mixed. High 49F. winds SSE at 5 to 10 mph. Cloudy with periods of rain. High 48F. winds SSE at 10 to 15 mph. Chance of rain 80%. Rainfall around a quarter of an inch. Rain. High 47F. winds SSE at 15 to 25 mph. Chance of rain 90%. Rainfall may reach one inch. Locally heavy rainfall possible. Periods of rain. High 43F. winds light and variable. Chance of rain 80%. Rainfall near a half an inch.

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