Liese Morgaine Rocha Knight

January 26, 1985-November 05, 2024

By North Coast Journal Staff on June 15, 2025 at 6:00AM

Our beautiful Liese returned to the stars, leaving her pain behind. We will always remember her contagious laugh and biting sense of humor.

Craig William Lemster: 1959-2025

August 4, 1959 - May 8, 2025

By North Coast Journal Staff on June 14, 2025 at 6:30AM

Craig's journey took him down many rich and colorful paths. He earned an eighth degree black belt in karate and went on to teach at a Chuck Norris studio, where he formed many lifelong friendships — including one with former L.A. Dodger Steve Sax, who remained a treasured friend through the years.

Norman Pasteris: 1947-2025

By North Coast Journal Staff on June 14, 2025 at 6:00AM

Kyle David Avelar: 1987-2025

October 31, 1987-May 18, 2025

By North Coast Journal Staff on June 13, 2025 at 7:00AM

Kyle's passion for horticulture at an early age blossomed into a celebrated talent. He won multiple awards at the Humboldt County Fair for his flowers — an achievement that reflected not only his skill but also his deep connection to nature.

Ben Adan: 1934-2025

By North Coast Journal Staff on June 12, 2025 at 12:24PM

  Ben met the love of his life Diane Cain at Parks and Recreation summer camp where she worked during her summer months during college.

Kerima Christiane Furniss (née Dees): 1959-2025

June 1, 1959 – May 11, 2025

on June 11, 2025 at 9:57AM

She was also a gifted visual artist. Formally trained in pottery, Kerima's creative voice extended into painting and mixed-media work, reflecting her deep connection to nature, spirit and emotion.

Scott John Keele: 1948-2024

1948- 2024

By North Coast Journal Staff on June 6, 2025 at 11:03AM

At Jacobs Junior High, Scott met the love of his life, Susan Matson. Their relationship grew and by high school they were inseparable.

Ron Slagle: 1953-2025

By North Coast Journal Staff on May 28, 2025 at 12:00PM

Brian Joseph Federici

July 21, 1952-January 5, 2025

By North Coast Journal Staff on May 25, 2025 at 6:00AM

Brian worked in Arcata for Burlwood Industries from 1978 to 1984, being an incredible furniture builder with talent of taking native California wood from the beaches and redwood burls making furniture into eye catching works of art. Brian also later made willow furniture and used his talents to create amazing willow art and beautiful expressive art displays often using his own hieroglyphics.

Ralph Leonard Lindstrom, Jr.: 1932-2025

April 25, 1932 - April 17, 2025

By North Coast Journal Staff on May 24, 2025 at 6:00AM

Ralph was a veteran of the United States Air Force during the years 1950-1954. He was a proud veteran and gave impeccable and honorable service to his country.