Jack was born on January 26, 1933, and passed away peacefully on September 24, 2026 at the age of 93. He grew up in Cloverdale leaving his senior year to join the U.S. Marines where he earned a Purple Heart and Bronze Star while serving in the Korean Conflict. Jack returned to Cloverdale where he worked for many years in the lumber industry while raising his family. He was married to his wife, Rose, for 72 years and they had four children, Judy Lyle Miller, John Lyle, Angela (Jon) Hetrick and Karen (Steve) Stewart. Jack loved to hunt, fish, golf, and was an avid gardener. He is survived by his wife, his children and his eight grandchildren.

Kevin Moore, a warm and bright light to all those who have met him, has gone gently into the good night. Kevin was and will always be remembered as a kind and caring soul who was a dedicated public servant and a loving family man. Despite acquiring a non-cancerous lung disease common to firefighters, he maintained a positive outlook, humor, kindness and above all gratitude.

Kevin came to Cloverdale at the age of 20 to join the Fire Department. His long career in public service included serving as the Deputy State Fire Marshal for a large part of Northern California.

Kevin mixed his uncanny powers of observation with a drive for problem solving to help friends and strangers alike.

Kevin was known all over the world for his passion in preserving American farm windmills. His internet videos and websites brought a great opportunity for him to enjoy a feeling of gratefulness that only helping others could bring. He often told his family that it’s about the people, not the windmills, that he relished the most.

Kevin’s greatest joy came from being with Robin, his wife of 45 years, his daughter Kathy, son-in-law Bryan and his son Loren and daughter-in-law Allye. When speaking of his two granddaughters, Kevin said, “Just when you think you have life all figured out and it can’t get much better, grandkids come along filling you up with more happiness than you think you can hold.”

Quick with a smile and a corny story or an old adage, he often said, “If we measured our wealth in smiles from strangers and the friends we have acquired, I would be the richest man alive.

Kevin respectively requested that you donate a wave to a stranger or an extra kind word to a child in his memory at your earliest convenience.

He wanted to remind his friends and family that gratefulness is not just a switch to turn on when things go well; it is also a light that shines in the darkness.

James (Jim) Fredrick Caldwell died on Sept. 4th of a recent illness. He was 90 years old. Born in N. Carolina on Aug. 16, 1936, the eldest son of Fredrick and Pearl Caldwell. He is survived by his partner of 30 years Enid Bramy, his sister Gwen Keiley of Virginia and his brother Anthony (Beverly) Caldwell of N. Carolina.

Jim moved to San Francisco in the early 60‘s where he worked as an insurance adjuster until he and Enid retired in Cloverdale in 1999 when he worked for Simi winery in the tasting room for 15 years.

He loved to travel and his hobbies were hiking, music and genealogy.

His ashes will be scattered on Mt. Tamalpais, his favorite mountain. He and Enid met there when he was leading a hike for The Mt Tamalpais Interpretive Association in 1992.

Elbert Winkler leaves a wife, Wanda, of 66 years and two sons – Michael Winkler (wife, Diana) from Lodi, CA and Brian Winkler of Cloverdale, CA. He leaves a grandson Gerrod Winkler from Stockton, CA; granddaughter Amanda Winkler Lim (James). He also leaves a great-granddaughter Khailynn Lim, Stockton, CA. He leaves a sister Ruch Clarke in Jamestown, Ca.
Elbert Winkler moved to Cloverdale in 1955. He loved going camping and going to the ocean. He loved his family. He loved working on small engines. He worked for Paul B. Kelly Logging for several years, then worked for Lou Parde in Geyserville, CA. He worked for Field & Rued, also in Geyserville. He did welding, making grape gondolas for the grape growers, and worked on heavy equipment.
He requested no services.

It is with sadness that the family of Jonie Sciaini announces her passing on August 11, 2026, at Hidden Valley Lake. Jonie was born to Robert and Janice Sciaini of Cloverdale on April 10, 1958. She was welcomed to the family by her sisters, Cathy, Barbara and Mary Ann.
Jonie lived in Cloverdale all her life and made many lifelong friends. She attended Cloverdale schools and spent much of her childhood riding horses. Her love of horses led her, in later life, to create a business she called Jonie’s Ponies, where she offered birthday parties for children and gave them horseback rides around her ranch.
Jonie raised two daughters, Christie and Kaysha, on her River Road property outside of Cloverdale.
During her life, Jonie owned and operated Jonie’s Upholstery in Cloverdale for over 25 years. She also managed the Grapevine Bar and bartended at the Dante for many years. For several years after she retired from the upholstery business, she worked at River Rock Casino where she made many lasting friends.
Later in her life she owned, managed and worked a vineyard on River Road. She taught herself how to care for the vines, hire employees and negotiate contracts
with wineries.
A hard worker, Jonie was a strong woman, physically and mentally, and made the best of any situation. Loyal and straightforward, she was always there to help and support her friends and family. She was multi-talented, inventive and faced her challenges head on. When she found out that she had cancer, she fought it for nearly two years with the strength she had shown throughout her life. In the end she lost that final battle.
Jonie is survived by her two loving daughters, Christie and husband James Derenia, and Kaysha and partner Jared Zucker. She also is survived by four grandchildren, Wyatt and Logan Derenia and Pierce and Kya Zucker and her sisters Cathy Sciaini, Barbara Holmes and Mary Ann Hoffman, stepsister Denaire and husband Mike Nixon and her stepmother Sydney Sciaini.
Family and friends are invited to attend a celebration of Jonie’s life at the Cloverdale City Park on September 26 from 11 am to 3 pm.
Donations in her memory can be made to Courtney’s Pumpkin Patch.

June Lorraine Ehrman, beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on July 12, 2026, at the age of 95.

Born on June 8, 1931, in Healdsburg, California, June spent the latter part of her childhood in Hopland, where she often shared fond memories of attending high school in the small town. She loved reminiscing about adventures with friends, including climbing Duncan’s Peak, and those early years remained some of her favorite stories to tell.

June married Carl “Bob” Ehrman, and together they welcomed two daughters. After moving several times during the early years of their marriage, they eventually settled in Cloverdale in the early 1950s. Widowed in her early 30s, June demonstrated remarkable strength and determination as she raised her family on her own. Cloverdale remained her home for the rest of
her life.

She spent many years working at MGM Brakes, balancing the demands of work with the devotion she had for her family. Outside of work, June found her greatest joy outdoors. An avid gardener, she took pride in growing beautiful tomatoes, lemon cucumbers, zucchini, squash, asparagus and more, all in an effort to bring family together to share fresh food. Even in the later years of her life, as memory decline became part of her daily journey, she would often smile and say, “I’m really not a house person. I don’t like being in at all.”

The community is saddened with the recent death of Elizabeth Trent.
“Elizabeth was well known in the community, the tall woman with long white hair who walked all over town. You might have chatted with her while walking your dog as she patted your dog. She always knew your dog’s name. You might have conversed with her at Plank, or as she served you a drink at the Performing Arts Center. She might have walked your dog for you or pet sat for you when you went on vacation.

“Elizabeth was a kind, caring woman who had many interesting stories to tell if you were willing to listen to her. She loved living in Cloverdale and the friendly people.

“Your many kindnesses meant a lot to her. Whether it was giving her a pet sitting job so she could supplement her meager income, or buying her a cup of coffee, or just a kind word, it meant a lot to her.

“Our family kind of absorbed her into our fold 14 or 15 years ago. She was sister and aunt to us. We will miss her very much. I believe there are many of you who will miss her as well.”

Our thanks to Holly Werner

The family of Elaine Ahders is saddened to share the news that Elaine has left this earthly plain to join her husband, Alvin. Elaine was born in 1926 in Iowa and passed away in 2026 – just 3 months before her 100th birthday.

Al and Elaine married in 1946 and went on to have 3 children, Robert (Bob). Roger and Peggy. They were a farming family for many years in Iowa before moving to California. Elaine lived many years in Cloverdale, California and died there peacefully with loving family nearby.

Elaine was a lifelong member of the Lutheran Church. Her memorial service was held in her honor at Grace Lutheran in Cloverdale on July 25. Memorial gifts can be provided in Elaine’s name to Grace Lutheran Church in Cloverdale.

William “Bill” Mayo Tierney passed away peacefully on June 25, 2026, at the age of 80.

Born in Great Falls, Montana, on November 19, 1945, Bill moved to San Anselmo, California, in 1952 and graduated from Drake High School. He earned a master’s degree from San Jose State University and devoted his career to education, serving Sonoma County as a school psychologist, principal, and Special Education Program Director. After moving to Cloverdale in 1985, and following his education career, he also managed the local ACE Hardware, where he became a familiar and trusted face in the community.

Bill was a longtime member of the Cloverdale Druids, serving in numerous leadership roles including Noble Arch and Director of the Temple Society. He was especially known for preparing and cooking the Druids’ monthly steak nights for many years.

An avid reader, cook, woodworker, traveler, wine enthusiast, and beer maker, Bill was known for his quick wit, memorable “Billisms,” and remarkable knowledge of computers, music and life. Above all, he cherished his family.

Bill is survived by his beloved wife of 41 years, Renée; his children Bridgette, David, Nathan, Dustin, Pierrette, and Byron; 15 grandchildren; 5 great-grandchildren; and his loyal Yorkie, Kiwi.

Bill’s family would like to sincerely thank the Vine Ridge Senior Living staff and his assisted living friends for the loving care and laughter he enjoyed while residing there for the past year and a half.

He will be deeply missed and lovingly remembered by all who knew him.

Celebration of Life, August 2 from 12:00–3:00 PM at the Cloverdale Druids Hall.
Donations in his memory can be made to Courtney’s Pumpkin Patch.

Bob Fraser passed away at the age of 75, leaving behind a legacy defined by integrity, hard work, and unconditional love. A cornerstone of the Cloverdale community since 1987, Bob was cherished for his vivid storytelling and infectious laughter.
Bob took immense pride in raising his three children locally, serving as a dedicated youth sports coach and a lifelong fan of Cloverdale High athletics. Beyond the sidelines, he was a devoted California Golden Bears fan and an avid gardener who maintained a beautiful home sanctuary featuring a koi pond and 135 varieties of roses.

Professionally, Bob retired as the Head of the Wine Studies Department at SRJC. A visionary in the industry, he transformed the Citrus Fair Wine Competition into the nationally recognized San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition, ensuring that proceeds continued to support the Cloverdale Citrus Fair. His community commitment was extensive: he was a former member of the United Church of Cloverdale and the Lions Club, helped develop the local Boys & Girls Club, and a co-founder of the Cloverdale Wine & Visitor Center. Bob mentored countless youth as a Parliamentary Procedure coach for Cloverdale High School’s former FHA-HERO and remained a steadfast supporter of the current Cloverdale FFA.

Bob is survived by his wife, Cary; children, Scott (Nicole), Brooke, and Alexandra (Blake); and grandchildren, Annabel, Preston, and Liam. He leaves behind a town improved by his presence and a family dedicated to honoring his spirit.
A Celebration of Life will be held Sunday, July 12, from 11:00 am – 1:00 pm at the Cloverdale Citrus Fair. Donations may be made to the Bob Fraser Memorial Scholarship.