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     Donald Norman Prosser was born on June 21, 1919 at Pasadena, Los Angeles Co., California.^3,2 He married Janet Marie Orcutt, daughter of Arthur Orange Orcutt and Mary Louise Giesler, on November 20, 1977 at Lassen Co., California.¹ Donald Norman Prosser died on October 26, 2009 at Lake Co., California, at age 90.^3,2 He Donald Norman Prosser, June 21, 1919-October 26, 2009. Donald Norman Prosser passed away peacefully at home at the age of 90. He was born in Pasadena, California, and spent his summers working at his grandfather's resort lodges in the Sierras. In 1940, he enrolled in the Civil Pilot Training Program, where he met his first wife of 32 years, Helen Richards. During World War II, they both served the war effort as flight instructors and in the Ferry Command. Don worked for the Honolulu Oil Corporation in Taft for 17 years, and then earned his teaching degree at Fresno State. In 1968, he began teaching aviation to Lower Lake High School students, and owned and operated Prosser Flying Service on Pearce Field for 10 years. He continued teaching ground school and high school courses until he retired in 1981. Over the years, he enriched thousands of lives through his brilliant teaching of flying and many other subjects. After Don's first wife, Helen, was killed in a flying accident in 1976, he was married in 1977 to the second love of his life. He is survived by his beloved wife of 32 years, Janet, by her three children, Dianna, Mary, Joe, and five grandchildren, and by his two sons, Gary and Dean, grandson Mark, and two great-granddaughters. Don's many skills and his generosity were legendary. He enjoyed singing in church choirs and community choruses for 55 years. He celebrated the beauties of nature through photography, travel, and sharing stories with family and friends. True to his nature, he maintained his fine sense of humor through his final hours. He always said he had his head in the clouds, and he has again taken flight, this time over the rainbow. His Celebration of Life Ceremony will take place on November 21 at 1 p.m. at the Lower Lake Community Methodist Church and Social Hall. His wishes are that any remembrances be donated to the Prosser Family Memorial Fund (for scholarships) at Lower Lake High School, P.O. Box 799, Lower Lake. on November 4, 2009.²

     Marie Louise Stowell was buried at Colusa Community Cemetery, 1974 Wilson Avenue, Colusa, Colusa Co., California.⁴ She was born on May 27, 1916 at Preston, Franklin Co., Idaho.² She died on July 30, 1936 at Colusa Co., California, at age 20.^3,4

     Frank Lee Stowell Jr. STOWELL — Frank Stowell, 94, of Oroville, died Sunday, Oct. 27, 2013, in Oroville. Arrangements are under the direction of Oroville Funeral Home, 533-0323. His Legacy…Frank passed away on October 27, 2013, at age 94, and has gone to be with his beloved wife Gerda, in eternal peace. Frank was born to Edna Geisler Stowell and Frank Stowell Sr. in Ontario, Oregon. On Nov. 22, 1938, Frank married his childhood sweetheart, Gerda Jones. Frank and Gerda are longtime residents of Oroville and leave behind many friends in the area. Frank was an Insurance agent in Oroville for many years, and also worked for the Post Office. He was a Navy Veteran of WW II. He was awarded the Purple Heart for aiding the ship's Doctor in helping his fellow comrades when his ship was hit by an enemy plane. Frank was very proud of his Navy service and was a true Patriot for America. In June of 1963, he became a member of the Masonic Lodge, and in June of 2013, was awarded his 50 year pin as a Mason. Frank and Gerda spent their retirement years traveling up and down the West Coast, and have many videos memories for his family to share. Frank was a loving father, admired and loved by all in his family. He will be missed by us all, but will be forever in our hearts. Godspeed Dad, we know you are with Mom now. His Family…Frank is predeceased by his beloved lifetime partner & wife, Gerda, who passed on July 28, 2011, and his son Earl Stowell, who passed in 2005. He is survived by his children, Jack (Nancy) Stowell, Janice Stowell Fridrich, and Sue (Ed) Peace. Frank is also survived by 6 grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren and 6 month old great-great grandson, Landyn Eli Codorniz, and his great-great granddaughter, Lexiegh Marie Alexander, due to be born on Feb. 2, 2014.² He was buried at Memorial Park Cemetery, Oroville, Butte Co., California.⁴ He was born on March 1, 1919 at Ontario, Malheur Co., Oregon.^4,2,5 He married Gerda E. Jones on November 22, 1938.^2,6 Frank Lee Stowell Jr. died on October 27, 2013 at Oroville, Butte Co., California, at age 94.^2,5

     Gerda E. Jones was buried at Memorial Park Cemetery, Oroville, Butte Co., California.³ She was born on October 13, 1920 at Colusa, Colusa Co., California.^3,4,2 As of November 22, 1938,her married name was Stowell.¹ She married Frank Lee Stowell Jr., son of Franklin Lee "Frank" Stowell Sr. and Edna Jewell Giesler, on November 22, 1938.^1,2 Gerda E. Jones died on July 28, 2011 at California at age 90.^1,3,4,2 She Gerda E. Stowell passed away July 28, 2011, at age 90, and has gone to her peaceful rest. Gerda was born in Colusa, CA on Oct. 13, 1920, to Flora and Bill Jones. On November 22, 1938, she married her childhood sweetheart, Frank Stowell in Colusa. They knew each other for 80 years. Gerda and Frank are long-time residents of Oroville, and leaves behind many friends in the area. Gerda is survived by her husband of 73 years, Frank Stowell. Also survived by her children, Jan (Don) Fridrich, Jack (Nancy) Stowell and Sue (Ed) Pease, all of Oroville. Her son, Earl Stowell preceded her in death on July 12, 2005. Gerda is also survived by 6 grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren. Private family services will be held at a later date. Gerda was deeply loved by everyone in her family, her energy and strength was legendary. She will be missed by us all, but will be forever in our hearts."We thank our God every time we remember you" "Philippians 1:3" on August 3, 2011.²

     His Social Security Number was 561-88-6184.⁴ Earl James Stowell was born on October 4, 1954 at Quincy, Plumas Co., California.^3,4 He died on July 12, 2005 at Woodland, Yolo Co., California, at age 50.^2,4

     George C. Elser was buried at Inglewood Park Cemetery, 720 East Florence Avenue, Inglewood, Los Angeles Co., California.³ His Social Security Number was 549-20-4730.⁴ He was born on March 17, 1902 at Illinois.^2,4 He married Cecile Claire Giesler, daughter of John Cooper Giesler and Ella Maria McKern, on January 4, 1923 at Los Angeles Co., California.¹ George C. Elser died on April 6, 1966 at Ventura Co., California, at age 64.²

     George Carleton Elser was buried at Riverside National Cemetery, 22495 Van Buren Blvd., Riverside, Riverside Co., California.⁴ His Social Security Number was 565-20-3329.² He was born on April 22, 1924 at Los Angeles, Los Angeles Co., California.^2,3,4 He died on July 3, 1993 at Riverside Co., California, at age 69.^2,3,4

     John Calvin "Cal" Giesler was buried at Arlington Masonic Cemetery, Arlington, Gilliam Co., Oregon.^2,5 His Social Security Number was 543-18-3675.⁴ He was born on July 21, 1922 at Ontario, Malheur Co., Oregon.^2,4,5 He died on February 5, 2002 at Arlington, Gilliam Co., Oregon, at age 79.^2,3,4,5 He ARLINGTON - John Calvin "Cal" Giesler died Feb. 5, at his home in Arlington at the age of 79. Cal was born July 21, 1922, in Ontario to John Chester and Mildred Lillian Poorman Giesler. He was raised in the Ontario and Boise, Idaho, areas. He served in the United States Navy during World War II from January of 1942 through December 1945. He earned his associates degree from Boise Junior College, bachelors at Colorado A&M, and his masters at Oregon State University. He worked as a biologist for the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife, and helped to develop and institute the Oregon Hunters Safety Program. He lived in Portland from 1952 until 1970. He then lived in Burns for 13 years before moving to Arlington in 1986, where he had lived since. Cal was a member of the St. Francis Catholic Church, driving the Gilliam County Bus, Arlington Help, Senior Meals Program, Band Festival and the chamber of commerce. He had served as judge pro tem for Arlington Justice Court, and grand marshall of the Gilliam County Fair. He also volunteered in the Lunch Buddy Program, which was very special to him. Cal was a kind and gentle man who enjoyed helping others. Cal is survived by his brother and his wife, Glenn and Denise Giesler of Crouch, Idaho; sisters, Donna Lee Clancy of Nampa, Idaho, and JoAnn Pollentier of Sheridan; and numerous nieces and nephews. Recitation of the Rosary was held Friday, Feb. 8, at the St. Francis Catholic Church in Arlington. Burial followed at the Arlington Cemetery in Arlington. Those who wish may make contributions to the St. Francis Catholic Church or the Arlington Ambulance Service in care of Burns Mortuary of Hermiston at P.O. Box 289, Hermiston, 97838. Burns Mortuary of Hermiston was in charge of the arrangments. on February 19, 2002.⁵

     Her Social Security Number was 541-22-0788.² Doris Althea Giesler was born on August 13, 1924 at Ontario, Malheur Co., Oregon.^6,2 As of March 18, 1945,her married name was Pollentier.⁷ She married Alfonso Oscar "Alfons" Pollentier on March 18, 1945 at Malheur Co., Oregon.^7,8 Doris Althea Giesler died on February 12, 1989 at Multnomah Co., Oregon, at age 64.⁶

     Glenn Allen Giesler was buried at Meridian Cemetery, Meridian, Ada Co., Idaho.^2,3 He was born on June 25, 1929 at Portland, Multnomah Co., Oregon.^2,3 He married Denise Irene Davis on August 15, 1949 at Winnemucca, Humboldt Co., Nevada.^2,6 Glenn Allen Giesler died on October 11, 2015 at Meridian, Ada Co., Idaho, at age 86.^2,3 He Glenn Allen Giesler, 86, peacefully passed away Sunday, October 11, 2015 at his home in Meridian, ID, after a brief illness.He was born in Portland, OR, to Mildred Lillian (Poorman) and John Chester Giesler, June 25th, 1929. At birth, the attending doctor did not expect Glenn to survive; however, his determined father resuscitated him, until he began breathing on his own. His young life was spent in the Fruitland-Payette area, becoming an avid fisherman and hunter. This was the beginning of a lifelong love of the outdoors: camping, water skiing, and boating. Attending Fruitland High School, he played football, participated in several clubs, and met his lifelong love Denise Davis. With dear friends, they swam the Snake River, attended picnics, and rode his Indian motorcycle all around town. Shortly after graduation, Glenn and Denise eloped to Winnemucca, NV, starting 65 years of marriage. To this union, Glenn's four children were born. He passed on his love of nature and spending time in the woods. Early on, Glenn and Denise, along with their firstborn son, moved to the remote town of Stibnite, ID where he worked in the mine for a year. After trying out farming, which he did not care for, Glenn found his calling as a truck driver for Kings Packing Company (later becoming Armour Trucking) in Nampa, ID. He served 35 years and achieved two Safe Driving Awards: one from Armour and one from Yellow Trucking were he finished his professional career. Realizing the need for something to occupy his extra time in retirement, he opened Glenn's Radiator Service. After a few years, he closed the shop; he and Denise sold their Meridian home and moved to their dream home on Bunch Drive in Crouch, ID. Here Glenn spent more time visiting with friends on the mountain, tinkering in his shop, cutting firewood, and earning the name Mr. Fix-It from the locals. Glenn's final and beloved job was as a snowmobile groomer operator for the Garden Valley Snowmobile Club. In 1997, he was awarded the Snowmobile Groomer Operator of the Year by the Idaho State Snowmobile Association. The groomer was later renamed the Glenn Dean after Glenn and Denise for their dedication to the sport of the snowmobiling. After many years enjoying their home on the mountain, Glenn and Denise moved back to Meridian. Glenn is survived by his sister Donna Clancy; his sons and daughters: Robert (Amy) Giesler, Kathy (Jim) Bell, Dianne Murphy and John Giesler; eight grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife Denise, his brother Calvin Giesler, two sisters: Doris Pollentier and JoAnn Berry, and his son-in-law Alfred Murphy. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Friday, October 16, 2015 in the Chapel of Cloverdale Funeral Home. Interment will immediately follow the service at Meridian Cemetery. on October 14, 2015.²

     Mildred JoAnn Giesler was born on April 24, 1934 at Fruitland, Payette Co., Idaho.⁴ As of February 23, 1954,her married name was Barry.³ She married Andrew Barry on February 23, 1954 at Harney Co., Oregon.³ Mildred JoAnn Giesler and Andrew Barry were divorced on January 24, 1974 at Yamhill Co., Oregon.⁵ As of September 10, 1989,her married name was Pollentier.³ Mildred JoAnn Giesler married Alfonso Oscar "Alfons" Pollentier on September 10, 1989 at Yamhill Co., Oregon.^3,4 Mildred JoAnn Giesler died on June 17, 2012 at Amity, Yamhill Co., Oregon, at age 78.⁴ She JoAnn (Giesler) Barry Pollentier was born April 24, 1934, in Fruitland, Idaho, to Jack and Mildred Giesler, and passed away on June 17, 2012, at the home of her daughter, Kelli, in Amity, OR, due to lung cancer. JoAnn grew up in Idaho, and in September 1952, she married Andrew Barry. They made their home in Astoria and McMinnville, OR, and were later divorced. In September 1989, she married Al Pollentier and was widowed in January 2000. JoAnn worked as a police matron for the City of McMinnville, and on February 9, 1973, she became the first DPSST certified female police officer in Yamhill Co. She later went on to spend many years as the supervisor for Yamhill County Emergency Dispatch and working for GTE in Forest Grove, OR. In her later years, JoAnn lived in Sheridan, OR, then spent time living with each of her children, and most recently moved back to McMinnville. JoAnn is survived by her son, Kevin Barry, his wife Heidi, daughters Lynn Clarke, her husband, John, Kelli Nou, Erin Kemper, her husband, Fred, and Angie Barry; 18 grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; two brothers, Donovan and Calvin; sister; Doris; and great-grandchild, Jacqueline. She will be greatly missed by her family and many friends. A memorial service for JoAnn will be held at a later date. The family requests that donations in her honor be made to Legacy Hospice of McMinnville, OR c/ o Macy & Son Funeral Directors. on June 20, 2012.⁴

     Denise Irene Davis was buried at Meridian Cemetery, Meridian, Ada Co., Idaho.^2,3 She was born on December 27, 1930 at Wheatland, Platte Co., Wyoming.^3,2 As of August 15, 1949,her married name was Giesler.¹ She married Glenn Allen Giesler, son of John Chester Giesler and Mildred Lillian Poorman, on August 15, 1949 at Winnemucca, Humboldt Co., Nevada.^1,2 Denise Irene Davis died on May 12, 2015 at Idaho at age 84.^2,3 She Denise Irene Davis Giesler, 84, of Meridian, Idaho, passed away Tuesday, May 12, 2015 after a long battle with Alzheimer's Disease. Denise was born on December 27, 1930 in Wheatland, Wyoming to George & Juanita Davis. As a small child, Denise and her younger siblings; Carole & Gary moved to Idaho where she began school at Little Willow Creek in Payette. While attending Fruitland High School, Denise enjoyed being a cheerleader and was very active in highschool clubs & social events. One of her proudest school moments was being chosen by the American Legion Auxiliary to attend Girls State. She was a social butterfly, but always made time for her highschool sweetheart, Glenn. The two of them enjoyed attending all the social events of the town together, many of which ended up in the local paper. Denise worked in the fruit packing sheds & cannery, however her passion was helping in the nursery at The Holy Rosary Hospital in Ontario. Upon graduation, Glenn & Denise eloped to Winnemucca, Nevada where they began their 65 blessed years together. In 1951, the new family moved to Stibnite, Idaho for a year. They returned to Meridian where Denise raised their 4 children and started her career at Meridian Insurance. She was a member of the Rebekah Assembly of Idaho receiving recognition in 2014 for her 50 years of membership. Upon retirement, Denise & Glenn headed to their summer home on Bunch Drive in Garden Valley where she was very instrumental in the development of the new Senior Center in Crouch. While the mountains were a special place for her, the ocean held her heart. Anytime she was close to the ocean, a side trip was in order. She didn't care if it was for only a brief moment, she just wanted to see the ocean. Those left to cherish her memory include her loving husband, Glenn; her four children, Robert & Amy Giesler, Kathy & Jim Bell, Dianne Murphy and John Giesler; seven grandchildren; nine great grandchildren; her sister, Carole Fivecoat and her brother Gary Davis; sister-in-law's, Donna Clancy & Mary Davis. She was preceded in death by her parents, George & Juanita Davis, and her son-in-law, Al Murphy. Funeral Services will be held on Monday, May 18th at 2:30pm at the Cloverdale Funeral Home in Boise, ID. A graveside service will follow the funeral at Meridian Cemetery. on May 15, 2015.²

     Eugene Clayton Clancy was buried at Kohlerlawn Cemetery, 76 6th Street N, Nampa, Canyon Co., Idaho.^3,4 His Social Security Number was 518-30-9121.² He was born on July 15, 1928 at Monango, Dickey Co., North Dakota.^1,2,3,4 He married Donna Lee Giesler, daughter of John Chester Giesler and Mildred Lillian Poorman, on May 11, 1952 at Nampa, Canyon Co., Idaho.^1,4 Eugene Clayton Clancy died on May 20, 2000 at Boise, Ada Co., Idaho, at age 71.^2,3,4 He Eugene C. Clancy, 71, of Nampa, died Saturday, May 20, 2000, at a Boise hospital. Funeral services will be conducted at 10:30 a.m. on Thursday, May 25, at the Alsip Funeral Chapel, Nampa. Pastor Gary Smith of the Red Rock Christian Church in Boise will officiate. Burial will be at the Kohlerlawn Cemetery. Eugene C. Clancy was born July 15, 1928, in Monango, N. Dakota, the son of Clayton and Laura (Kreis) Clancy. In 1934 the family moved to Nampa where Eugene was reared and graduated from Nampa High School in 1946. He married Donna Giesler on May 11, 1952, in Nampa, where they have since made their home. Eugene owned and operated E.C. Clancy Construction for more than 50 years. He also farmed for many years. Family and friends meant so very much to him. He really enjoyed having a very large garden and he had over 550 rose bushes that he was very proud of. He was a member of the Rose Society, Koi Society, an honorary member of the Gold Rush Shrine Club of Idaho City and a past member of the Nampa Elks Lodge. Eugene is survived by his wife, Donna Clancy, Nampa; three daughters and sons-in-law, Carolynn and Rich Vaughan, La Grande, Ore., Cindy Clancy and Harold Wilson, Nampa and Marilyn and Don Lakings, Kodiak, AK; two sons and daughters-in-law, Clayton Butch and Sandy Clancy, Nampa and Chuck and Debby Clancy, Boise; 13 grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; a brother and sister-in-law, Russell and Shirley Clancy, Meridian; a sister and brother-in-law, Jeannette and Norman Rutledge, Nampa; a sister-in-law, Barbara Clancy, Nampa; and a number of nieces and nephews. His parents and a brother, Lawrence Clancy, preceded him in death in 1998. Friends may call at the Alsip Funeral Chapel, on Tuesday and Wednesday from 2 to 8 p.m. The family will greet friends at the Alsip Chapel on Wednesday evening from 7 to 9. The family suggests memorial contributions be made to the American Heart Association of Idaho, 270 S. Orchard Suite B, Boise, ID 83705 or flowers may be sent. His whole life he did it his way. on May 23, 2000.⁴