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Obituary For Kathleen Benner Pulfer
Kathleen “Kathy” Benner Pulfer was born on December 29, 1962, to William and Angela Benner in Quantico, Virginia, where her family was stationed at a Marine Corps base. Kathy loved sharing stories of growing up in different parts of the country and around the world, and she was incredibly proud to be the daughter of a United States Marine.

When Kathy was in middle school, the family settled in Cedarville, California. She graduated from Surprise Valley High School in 1980 before attending Lassen Community College, where she earned her Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) degree. She returned to Cedarville to begin her nursing career at Surprise Valley Hospital and Clinic, where she faithfully cared for her community. Kathy truly loved being a nurse and was known for her exceptional compassion, skill, and ability to bring comfort to those who needed it most.

In 1991, Kathy married Jeffrey Pulfer, and together they welcomed their daughter, Laine. Later, Kathy embraced a new chapter when she and her father, Bill, opened a real estate business together. The flexibility this career provided allowed her to devote even more time to the people and causes she loved. She became deeply involved in Saint James and Sacred Heart Catholic Churches, volunteered with the local 4-H club, helped establish the middle school girls’ cheerleading program, organized the annual Christmas Nativity program alongside her sister, Kara, and raised Miniature Australian Shepherds.

Kathy had an infectious sense of humor and a radiant smile that could brighten any room. She possessed an extraordinarily generous heart and was always willing to help anyone in need. One Christmas, after learning that a local family would not have gifts for their children, Kathy quietly purchased presents for them so they could experience the joy of Christmas morning. That simple act reflected who she was throughout her life—someone who consistently placed the needs of others before her own.

Her greatest loves were her Catholic faith, her family, her beloved dogs, the beauty of autumn, and the peaceful Oregon coast.

One of Kathy’s greatest blessings came in recent years when she spent two years living in Omaha, Nebraska, with her daughter and grandchildren. She treasured that time together, creating many memories with the grandchildren she adored before eventually returning home to Cedarville.

Kathy was preceded in death by her husband, Jeffrey Pulfer; her parents, William and Angela Benner; her brother, William Benner Jr.; and her grandniece, Cleo Stevenson.

She is lovingly remembered by her daughter, Laine (Mario) Roman; her sister, Kara (Will) Stevenson; her niece, Rachel (Cole) Stremler; her nephews, Cole (Mattee) Stevenson and Wade (Kaylie) Stevenson; her cherished grandchildren, Aaden, Ezekiel, and Gianna Roman; and her beloved grandnieces and grandnephews, Emmett, Liam, Presley, and Ronan Stevenson.

Kathy will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her. Her kindness, unwavering faith, joyful spirit, and generous heart leave a lasting legacy that will continue to inspire those whose lives she touched.

Kathy had a deep devotion to the Blessed Mother and so we ask if you are of the Catholic Faith to please say a rosary in her honor.

At Kathy’s request, a private Catholic Mass will be offered for the repose of her soul.

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Obituary For Jesus Pedro Duarte
Mr. Jesus Pedro Duarte, age 75, of Lookout CA, passed away on Friday, April 3rd at his home in Lookout. Cremation arrangements are under the care of Kerr Mortuary.