Jonathan J. Thompson, former Trona student died January 23,2019. Jonathan was born January 17,1967 and would have been a member of the class of 1985, however he and his family moved to Ridgecrest and he ended up graduating from Burroughs High School. Jonathan’s father, Don, taught elementary school in Trona from 1958 to 1990.
From Teresa Still on Facebook:
Patsy (Still) Watson has gone from this earth to join her parents (JC & Cleo Still) in Heaven on 17 April 2019. She was a 1957 Trona graduate. She is survived by her husband (Leon Watson), her 2 sons (Ron & Don Watson), grandchildren, great grandchildren, Aunt Elene Still Chandler, Uncle Russell Still and cousins.
Pat Still from 1954 Trona Telescope
From Nikki Beall Hood on Facebook
I’m sure most if you knew my mom Marie Beall / Mrs Beall that was Secretary to the Principal for years or as Marie Dillon when she graduated from THS in 1953. I am sad to say she has passed away. I thought some of you might want to know. Below is her Obituary:
Marie Cobbs, 84 passed away April 4, 2019 in her sleep at Ridgecrest Retirement Center in Waco, Texas. The Celebration of Life Memorial Service will be held Saturday, April 13, 2019 at 2:00 PM at Oakcrest Funeral Home located at 4520 Bosque Blvd., Waco, TX 76710
Marie was born to James and Louise Dillon on March 12, 1935 in New Jersey. Marie graduated from Trona High School in 1953.
She is survived by two children, Nikki Hood and husband Jeff Hood and of Quinlan, TX and Bruce Beall and wife, Missy Beall of Waco. She is also survived by grandchildren, Jeremy Beall, Jodi Beall, Kenna Hood, Meagan De La Pena and husband German De La Pena and Halee Beall along with four great-grandchildren. Marie was preceded in death by her parents and her son Mike Beall.
Marie worked in the school system as a Secretary/Assistant for 45+ years at Trona ISD In Trona, CA and McLennan Community College in Waco, TX where she then retired from MCC after 20 plus years. Marie was also highly involved in being a volunteer for MDA for years and was also voted Volunteer of the Year. Marie never met a stranger. She was very proud of her family and swore she was going to live until she was 92, well she didn’t quite make it, but she lived one heck of a life.
I recently learned that Dale Roberts, class of 1953, passed away June 1, 2015. The cause of death was Sepsis and Bacteria Pneumonia. He was buried at Montecito Memorial Park Colton, California.
September 12, 1938 ~ December 25, 2018
Marilyn Reece – 80, of Minden, Nevada passed away on December 25, 2018. She was born to Alva and Hazel Pickett in Twin Falls, Idaho. Marilyn loved winter sports, traveling, music, knitting, quilting, and her faith in God. In 2002 she married Larry Reece in Genoa, Nevada.
She is preceded in death by her parents Alva and Hazel Pickett; and her brother George Pickett.
Marilyn is survived by her husband Larry Reece; her sons, Steven (Heidi) Duell, Dennis (Kim) Duell; beloved granddaughter Lauren Townsend; brother Gene Pickett; sister in law Thea Pickett; and many nieces, nephews, and cousins.
A church service will be held at 11am on January 19, 2019 at Trinity Lutheran Church. A Celebration of Life will follow the service at the Carson Valley Inn.
There will be a group rate at the Carson Valley Inn or Motorlodge, for those wishing to stay over night. Just use the code 1735 or Marilyn Reece name.
https://www.recordcourier.com/news/obituaries/marilyn-reece/
Marilyn was the wife of LeRoy Reece a member of Trona High School class of 1957.
From Danielle Ray on Facebook:
As of 7:45 [April 6, 2019] Grandpa Mike went to be with our heavenly father. He went comfortably. He is now free of pain and suffering! Though I am sad, I know he was ready.
I am very sad in hearing this news. I offer my condolences to his family and friends. I will try to make additional information available if it becomes available. — Editor
Posted July 8, 2001 by thswarriors.com
It’s the story nobody believes. The tale of the infamous Trona Sand Pit.
If you played for the Tehachapi High School Warriors or supported the Warriors anytime between 1943 and 1979, chances are pretty good you experienced The Pit first hand. But try explaining The Pit to somebody who has never heard of Trona, or been to Trona? [Continue reading]
From Walter Martin on Facebook:
My twin brother Wallace Martin passed away on Wednesday [04/03/2019]. He was my best friend and I will miss him dearly. Please keep the family in your prayers.
This is sad moment for all of us who knew and remembered Wallace. I feel sadness that he has passed but I also feel joy for having known him. I will post additional information as it becomes available. — Editor
We now have dates for services to be held for Wallace:
Wallace Dean Martin
If you haven’t found this site yet pay it a visit. It has some great historical photos of Trona’s neighbors to the north.
Wayne D. Chappell age 90 of Cambridge, passed away on Friday March 15, 2019 @ SEORMC. He was born August 13, 1928 in Los Angeles a son to the late Walter A. and Edna M. (Swingle) Chappell.
Wayne retired from Trona Railroad as a superintendent with 34 years of service, he served in the Merchant Marines and the Coast Guard, and was a member of the Eagles Aerie #386, Byesville VFW 3760, and the Elks of Trona, California.
In addition to his parents he is preceded in death by two brothers Joe and Pat, a sister Wanda, step son John Rose, and his first wife, Wanda.
Survivors include his wife Dodie (Politano) Chappell of Cambridge whom he married June 6, 1984, a son Daniel Chappell of Alaska, a daughter Dana (Starr) Carnes-Harding of San Ramon, two step daughters Jean (Jerry) Sills of Byesville, and Jonnie-Kay (Jon) Latchic of Cambridge, two grandchildren, two great grandchildren, four step grandchildren, and seven step great grandchildren.
Memorial visitation will be held on Monday from 12:00-2:00 p.m. at Black-Epperson funeral home in Byesville, with military services to follow .
Expressions of sympathy may be sent to black-eppersonfuneralhomes.com