John “Jack” Findlay
John “Jack” Findlay, 80, a resident of Cottonwood, died Dec. 10. Born in Motherwell, Scotland, Mr. Findlay immigrated through Ellis Island and was raised in New Jersey, where he met and married Elaine Wood on August 11, 1943. They celebrated 59 years of marriage this year. Mr. Findlay relocated to Redondo Beach, Calif. in 1948, whereupon he joined the Redondo Beach Police Department. He retired as detective in 1968 and moved to Arizona, settling in Lake Montezuma and working as a lieutenant for the Yavapai County Sheriff’s Department. He resided in Lake Montezuma for 30 years, then moved to Cottonwood. Mr. Findlay was later appointed Justice of the Peace for a term and was elected for three consecutive terms. He retired from the county and became the first magistrate for the city of Sedona when it incorporated. He had been serving as Judge Pro Tem for the various courts until 2001. Judge Findlay was unfortunately involved in a shooting in 1969 with the “Desert Fox,” a prison escapee. The incident occured at the Four Winds Ranch in Chino Valley. He was hospitalized for sometime and until his demise still carried a bullet from the incident. Mr. Findlay is survived by his wife, Elaine; three daughters, Jaci Vizuet and husband, Frank, of Kings Beach, Calif.; Bonnie Osborn and husband, Steve, of Kachina Village, Flagstaff; and Debi Bright of Munds Park; 10 grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren. A memorial service was Dec. 14 at the Westcott Funeral Home. The Findlay Family has expressed their desire that memorial contributions be made to Northern Arizona Hospice, 260 S. Candy Lane Cottonwood, AZ 86326.

G. Laurence and Nina Sue Casey
G. Laurence “Larry” and Nina Sue Casey, of St. Joseph, Mo.; Naples, Fla.; and Sedona, died in Ft. Myers, Fla., along with their beloved dog Bailey, on Dec. 6. Mr. Casey, 69, was born and raised in Des Moines, Iowa. He graduated from Rosedale High School in Kansas City. Mrs. Casey, 63, was born in Maitland, Mo., and she had lived in Kansas City. Mr. and Mrs. Casey met at Southwestern Bell. Larry worked as the chief switchman for more than 20 years, and Nina worked as a switchboard operator. They were married in 1958 in Kansas City, Mo. In 1974 they moved to St. Joseph, where they made their home. They owned and operated Sav-On Furniture Mart in St. Joseph; were members of the Frederick Boulevard Baptist Church; were avid scuba divers; and enjoyed traveling all over the world. They were the greatest parents, grandparents, in-laws and friends that there could ever be. Mr. Casey was a member of the Optimist Club and the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association. He served in the U.S. Army. Mrs. Casey was a member of the Christian Women’s Club and a community volunteer for numerous charities everywhere she lived. Mrs. and Mrs. Casey were preceded in death by an infant son, Joel Hardin Casey. Mr. Casey was preceded in death by his parents, George and Henrietta (Dyer) Casey. Mrs. Casey was preceded in death by her parents, Henry and Lila (Taylor) Rowlett; two brothers Delvin and Norvel Rowlett; and two sisters Rose Rowlett and Mary McGlathery. Mr. and Mrs. Casey are survived by daughters Lynda Sue Westrick and husband, William, of Defiance, Ohio and Rema Casey of St. Joseph, Mo.; son Dennis Casey and wife, Linda, of Joplin, Mo.; son and stepson Kevin Rusnak and wife, Cara, of Kansas City, Mo.; and six grandchildren, Melissa Casey, Zachary Casey, Lance Westrick, Shari Polka, Haley Rusnak and Jake Rusnak. Mr. Casey is also survived by an aunt, Ruth McGhee. Mrs. Casey is also survived by a brother, Marvin Rowlett; sisters Gloria Workman, Armida Wardlow, Shirley Hill and Lois Tarwater; and numerous nieces and nephews. Funeral Services were on Saturday at Heaton-Bowman-Smith and Sidenfaden Chapel, with entombment at Memorial Park Cemetery, St. Joseph, Mo. The family suggests memorial donations be made to the American Cancer Society.

William J. Gleason
William Joseph Gleason, 67, a resident of Sedona, died on Dec. 5. Born in Kenosha, Wis., Mr. Gleason was a veteran of the United States Army. He was a retired carpet installer. Mr. Gleason is survived by his wife, Jacqueline; daughters Teresa and husband, Keith Johnson, of Tucson; Peggy and husband, Larry Stead, of Mill City, Ore.; sisters Joan Schwerin of Illinois, Barb Whitman of Louisiana, Sue Norman of South Carolina, and Mary Jahwsen of Wisconsin; a brother, Jim Gleason of Arkansas; three grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Private family services are under the direction of the Westcott Funeral Home. Memorial donations may be sent to the American Cancer Society.

Mildred K. Silveus
Mildred K. Silveus, 85, a resident of Sedona, died Dec. 15. Born in Waynesburg, Pa., Mrs. Silveus was a retired employee of the Navy Exchange in Orlando, Fla. After her retirement, she moved to Indian Harbour Beach, Fla. to enjoy an active senior lifestyle and to be near her family. She recently relocated to Sedona to spend her last remaining days with her daughter. Mrs. Silveus is survived by her daughter, Janet Wind of Sedona; three sisters, Betty Shlepr of Melbourne, Fla.; Stella Koratich and Delores Karpach both of Indian Harbour Beach, Fla.; and a brother, George Koratich, Sr. of Rices Landing, Pa. Private family services are under the direction of the Westcott Funeral Home. Memorial donations may be sent to Northern Arizona Hospice, 269 S. Candy Lane Cottonwood, AZ 86326 or to the Sedona Humane Society 2115 Shelby Dr., Sedona, AZ 86336.

Allene O. Roth
Allene Ogren Roth, 79, a resident of Bluffton, S.C., died March 28 at the Memorial Medical Center in Savannah, Ga. Born in Trenton, N.J., Mrs. Roth was a homemaker. A member of the Presbyterian faith, she was an avid quilter and belonged to the Belfair Croquet Club. Mrs. Roth is survived by her husband, Edward C. “Ted” Roth of Bluffton; two daughters, Cynthia R. Pride, of Bluffton, and Deborah A. Roth, of Seattle; a son, Geoffrey H.H. Roth, of Sedona; two grandchildren, Chris and David; a sister, Shirley Pabo, of Hilton, N.Y.; and a brother, Don Ogren, of North Carolina. The family suggests memorial contributions may be made to a charity of choice.

Miriam Witkin
Miriam Witkin, 49, a resident of Sedona, died March 24 in San Diego. Born outside of Tel-Aviv, then living in Denver; Eugene, Ore.; Sedona; Hawaii; and San Diego, her talented mix — in her soft canary singing, command of the grand piano and keyboards, song writing and stage performances — always included culture, style and many times comedy to make you laugh. With grace or pizazz, Ms. Witkin could transform a room full of people no matter what age they were or how she behaved, performed or changed her costumes. In a one-woman show she wrote and presented at Sedona Red Rock High School six years ago, she changed her costume 18 times. In the seven years she lived in Sedona, she was a mover and shaker in our community, touching hundreds of people in many areas. She was the music director for several years for the Church of Religious Science and the Verde Valley School and a substitute performer at the Unity Church. Ms. Witkin gave of her time and talent as a volunteer with the local school system’s arts program, and many saw her in one of the many plays she wrote, produced and performed in. A year ago, she might have come to your home as “Jill of All Trades.” Ms. Witkin was a licensed minister, and the last couple she married in Sedona, from Los Angeles, helped her to record her final music compact disc at their recording studio in an effort to help with chemotherapy. She produced many other music compact discs and tapes while living here. She died at Hospice of San Diego, where she had moved a year ago to be with her parents. Ms. Witkin is survived by two adult sons, two sisters, a brother and her parents. A memorial gathering will be held in her backyard garden at 295 El Camino Grande on Sunday, April 6, at 1 p.m. Contributions in Ms. Witkin’s name may be sent to Hospice of San Diego, 4311 Third Ave., San Diego, CA 92103.

Helen Ryan Greene
Helen Ryan Greene, 76, a resident of Sedona, died March 25. Born in St. Paul, Minn., she worked as a bookkeeper for several years and was a fine artist. Mrs. Green is survived by her husband, John E. Greene, of Sedona; sons Steven and Michael Foster, both of Portland, Ore., and Kevin Foster, of Santa Cruz., Calif.; stepdaughters Mary S. Greene, of Los Angeles, Virginia Collins, of San Diego and Paula Jennings, of Brandon, Fla.; a stepson, John Greene, of Germany; sisters Rosemary Farley and Margaret King, both of Canyon Lake, Calif.; and a brother, William Ryan, of Portland, Ore. No local services will be held. Interment will be at the Willamette National Cemetery in Portland, Ore. Arrangements were handled by Norvel Owens Mortuary in Flagstaff.

Elsie G. Saye
Elsie G. Saye, 98, a resident of Sedona for 13 years, died at Country Home in Camp Verde. Born in Salt Lake City, Utah, Mrs. Saye was a lifelong member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints and attended the LDS Business College there. She was married to Donald McNabb of Santa Monica, Calif. Later in life, she married Jim Saye of Escondido, Calif. When living in Escondido, Mrs. Saye was employed by Palomar Community College in nearby San Marcos as the bookstore manager, and earlier in Santa Monica, where she was employed by the Santa Monica City Board of Education as a secretary. For her last 40 years of life she was blind, but was able to continue employment at Palomar College, becoming the switchboard operator and receptionist. In spite of her blindness, she kept in touch with her family and friends by writing letters using a manual typewriter. She was a spiritual inspiration to her children, grandchildren and friends. She loved them, and they loved her. Mrs. Saye is survived by a daughter Frances McNabb Gray of Sedona; a son, Gordon McNabb of Bellingham, Wash.; three sisters; one brother; eight grandchildren; 27 great-grandchildren and four great-great-grandchildren.

Juliet M. Baker
Tuesday, June 3, 2003
Juliet M. Baker, 95, a resident of Lake Montezuma, died June 3. Born in San Antonio, Mrs. Baker was the first baby to survive a cesarean-section delivery in Texas. She lived a very quiet life. Mrs. Baker is survived by a daughter, Annie Young of Lake Montezuma; four grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren. A memorial service will be held at 5 p.m. on Friday, June 20, in the Beaver Creek Baptist Church. Westcott Funeral Home is directing arrangements.

Manfred Kluenter
Thursday, June 12, 2003
Manfred Robert Henry “Fred” Kluenter, 65, a resident of Cottonwood, died June 12. Born in Cologne, Germany, Mr. Kluenter served in the NATO Army before coming to the United States in 1959. He moved to Sedona in March of 1977 and was the owner of Kachina Cleaners for 19 years. He had been a Cottonwood resident since 1993. Mr. Kluenter loved fishing, boating, traveling and storytelling. He was best known for his hospitality and being a good friend to almost everyone he met. Throughout the years, he was always willing to lend a hand and seemed tireless in helping others, anything from mending a roof, fixing a car or delivering groceries. He will be greatly missed by all his friends and family. Mr. Kluenter is survived by his wife, Rose; and daughters Michelle Allice Kluenter of Flagstaff and Kimberly Dianne Dragos of Prescott Valley. Memorial services will be held at 11 a.m. on Sunday, June 22, at the Sedona Funeral Home. Graveside services will follow at the Sedona Cemetery. Sedona Funeral Home is assisting the family with these arrangements.

William C. Turner III
Saturday, June 7, 2003
William Clifton Turner III, 76, a resident of Sedona, died June 7. Mr. Turner served in the Navy during World War II during which he sank a Japanese sub. He received a Ph.D. in metallurgical engineering and had a successful career in this line. After his retirement, he started a business to aid oil production and registered several patents on this process. Mr. Turner was an avid birder; he loved birds and nature and belonged to the Audubon Society. Mr. Turner is survived by his wife, Bobby L. Turner; a daughter, Karen Kensing of Chino Valley; and a son, Brad Turner of Wiggins, Colo.; four grandchildren and one great-grandchild. There are no public services planned. Westcott Funeral Home assisted the family with these arrangements.

Tracy L. Robertson
Saturday, June 7, 2003
Tracy Lynn Robertson, 42, a resident of McGuireville, died June 7. Born in Montebello, Calif., Mr. Robertson was an awning installer. He is survived by a daughter, Tiffany Sooter of Texas; his mother and her companion, Shirley Robertson and Charles Wendel; a brother, Gregory Small of California; and aunts and uncles. No services are planned. Hepler Funeral Home assisted the family with arrangements.

Philip Vickers
Monday, June 16, 2003
Philip Vickers, 83, a resident of Sedona, died June 16 at home with his wife and two of his sons at his side. Born in Grand Rapids, Mich., Mr. Vickers grew up in Oklahoma City. After a couple of years at the University of Oklahoma and armed with a new private pilot’s certificate, he headed to Canada to enlist when the United States wasn’t getting into the war quickly enough. After training in Nova Scotia and Newfoundland, he headed to Great Britain to fly the elegant Spitfire, often as wing man to Johnny Johnson, England’s top scoring ace. He flew more than 100 missions for the RCAF in World War II. After the war, he spent some time as a commercial pilot for Commonwealth Aircraft before discovering “the stage.” Opportunity took him back to London’s West End, where he had a starring role in “Damn Yankees,” emceed shows for Bob Hope and played with scores of the 1950’s top actors and actresses. But then he found a hidden talent for sculpture, which became his new passion and which led him to a position designing exhibits for the Smithsonian Institution in Washington, D.C. In the early 1970s, he broke away to open his own sculpture design studio in Bethesda, Md., where he also developed a new casting process which he eventually trademarked as “Matrix Metals.” In 1975, Mr. Vickers met another young sculptor/furniture maker, Barbara, who became his studio mate and wife. Together they created large exhibit sculptures such as an over-life-size Uncle Sam, which has his self-portrait and still stands in the Smithsonian Air and Space museum holding our actual first satellite in his hand. They also designed and constructed a three-room cave complete with life-size early man figures for the National Geographic Explorer’s Hall. Research for the caves brought the Vickers to Arizona, where they discovered Sedona and settled in 1979. The Southwest became the inspiration for his new line of over 75 mostly bas-relief portraits and landscape sculptures, which has been featured in many Sedona galleries, including La Fuente, as well as galleries all around the Southwest and nationwide. Since his work was in Matrix Metal limited editions, thousands of people enjoy his work in their homes today. Mr. Vickers did not want his casting method to disappear with him, so he wrote a booklet outlining the complete process. In so doing, he again discovered a new calling — writing. At the time of his death, he was engrossed in writing a novel based on his World War II experiences. His wife and sons will attempt to complete the book. Mr. Vickers is survived by his loving wife of 26 years, Barbara, a longtime Sedona real estate broker; sons Stephen Vickers of San Mateo, Calif., Mark Vickers of Silver Spring, Md., and Christopher Vickers of Atlanta; sister Winifred Grossman; nieces Nancy Dockter and Christine Slocumb of Little Rock, Ark; and “adopted” son and daughter-in-law Enrique and Cristina Avilez of Ensenada, Mexico. A memorial service and celebration of life will be held at 4:30 p.m. on Saturday, June 21, at the Vickers’ home, 659 Navahopi Road. All friends, relatives and acquaintances are invited. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions may be made to Northern Arizona Hospice, 269 Candy Lane, Cottonwood, AZ 86326. Westcott Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.

Forrest A. Baker
Tuesday, Sept. 23, 2003
Forrest A. Baker, 96, a resident of Sedona, died Sept. 23. Born in Planterville, Texas, Mr. Baker moved from California to Arizona in 1973. He was last employed as an accountant for Morrison-Knutson. Mr. Baker is survived by his son, Lee Magnus, and grandson, Roger Herman; five grandchildren and two-great-grandchildren. There will be a graveside service on Tuesday, Sept. 30, at 1 p.m. at Sedona Community Cemetery. Sedona Funeral Home is handling the arrangements.

Francis McDonald Jr.
Francis “Mac” McDonald, 76, a former resident of Sedona, died in Surprise, Ariz., following a short illness. Born in Callery, Pa., Mr. McDonald was a World War II veteran and an executive for Sears, Roebuck & Co. in California, Hawaii and Arizona. He came to Flagstaff and began a career in real estate, later opening his own real estate office, McDonald Realty. He moved to Sedona and served as executive vice president of the Sedona Board of Realtors. He was actively involved in Rotary International and was a member of the East Flagstaff Rotary Club and a Paul Harris Fellow of the Rotary Foundation International. Mr. McDonald will be greatly missed and long remembered. Mr. McDonald was preceded in death by four brothers and a sister; and is survived by his wife, Noreen, of Surprise; a daughter, Deborah (Terry) Marsen of Flagstaff; and a son, John (Samantha) McDonald of Lake Havasu City; and five grandchildren and one great-grandchild. A memorial Mass will be held Saturday, Sept. 27, at 1:30 p.m. at the St. Clare of Assisi Catholic Church in Surprise. Internment will be in Callery, Pa. Arrangements are under the direction of Camino del Sol in Sun City West.

Fred J. Rankin
Monday, Sept. 22, 2003
Fred James Rankin, 74, a resident of Camp Verde, died peacefully Sept. 22 in his home surrounded by his family. Born in Montreal, Quebec, Canada, he was known by his friends as “Freddie” and “Poppo” by his daughter, Darlene. He was an extremely remarkable man, who lived a full life of interests, adventures and travels that most people only read about. Mr. Rankin lived life on life’s terms and treated those he came in contact with the utmost respect, and the same respect returned to him for the immense kindness, friendship and generosity he showed everyone he met, even a total stranger. Mr. Rankin was the Verde Valley’s local air conditioning and refrigeration contractor for many years, and he retired seven years ago. Then he and his enterprising companion and wife of 22 years, Peggy, pursued new interests and opportunities for themselves. Mr. Rankin is survived by his loving, loyal, best friend and wife, Peggy Ann Rankin of Camp Verde; daughters Darlene and husband, Kirk Kanenbley, of Long Beach, Calif., and Amy Oard of Lake Montezuma; a son, Eric Burkhardt and wife, Rheena, of Irvine, Calif.; a sister, Lil Turner and husband, Bert, of LaSalle, Alberta; a brother, Robert Rankin and wife, Maureen, of Montreal; a granddaughter and numerous nieces and nephews and their families. Friends and family are asked to join the Rankin family in a memorial service on Sept. 26, at 2 p.m., at the Camp Verde Senior Center, 263 W. Maryvale Drive. The family wishes to thank Westcott Funeral Home and the Hospice nurses who showed so much compassionate care. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the Camp Verde Senior Citizens Center, P.O. Box 1793, Camp Verde, AZ 86322.

Sharayah Rider
Thursday, Sept. 11, 2003
Sharayah Rachelle “AsbinJaLa” Rider, 15, died Sept. 11 in Sedona after a two-year battle with bone cancer. Born in Wheatland, Wyo., she lived in Douglas, Wyo., for three years, in Chadron, Neb., for three years, and in the Sedona and Cottonwood area for the past nine years. Miss Rider was raised in a spiritual community for eight years in Sedona and was enrolled as a sophomore at Mingus Union High School. She was a gifted artist, writer and poet, as well as a talented singer who loved dance, theater and performing on stage. She loved and was gifted with animals, especially horses, which she loved to ride and care for. Miss Rider was a friend to everyone, bright and cheerful at all times, and a picture of graciousness even in her extreme condition. She constantly thought of others before herself and was always grateful for the moments she was able to spend with friends and family. Miss Rider is survived by her parents, William “VahSeen” and Brenda “Kaprice” Rider; a brother, Brenton M. Rider; and her grandparents, Patricia Watson and Willie Thomas of Glendo, Wyo. Cremation occurred at the Flagstaff Mortuary, and memorial celebrations will be at the John Breeding residence at 130 Spirit Trail in Sedona on Saturday, Oct. 11, from 3 to 5 p.m. In lieu of flowers, the family is asking anyone wishing to make a contribution to Miss Rider’s memory can do so by donating to the Ronald McDonald House in Phoenix, or to the Children’s Make-A-Wish Foundation. Arrangements are being handled by Flagstaff Mortuary.

Wendell M. Reed
Thursday, Sept. 18, 2003
Wendell Merwyn Reed, 86, a resident of Sedona, died Sept. 18. Born in Woodstock, Ill., Mr. Reed attended Dean Street School and was a 1935 graduate of Woodstock Community High School. Following graduation, he took a postgraduate vocational training course for an electrician. For many years, Mr. Reed worked as an electrician in both maintenance and construction capacities. In 1968, he moved to Sedona. He continued employment as an electrician, built several houses in the area and managed Oak Creek Water Company No. 1. Mr. Reed loved music and played in school and community bands, as well as a U.S. Army band. He was member of the Sedona Model Railroad Club and The Church of the Red Rocks, where he sang in the choir and served as an usher and in building care and maintenance. Mr. Reed is survived by his wife of nearly 64 years, Gladys, of Sedona; a daughter, Georgia Dodd of Glendale; a son, the Rev. Paul Reed of Oskaloosa, Kan.; seven grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren. Memorial services were held at The Church of the Red Rocks on Sept. 22. Memorial contributions may be made to a charity of the donor’s choice. Arrangements were handled by Sedona Funeral Home.

Meredith Payne
Friday, Sept. 19, 2003
Meredith Payne Jr., 59, a resident of Cottonwood, died in his home Sept. 19. Born in Florence, S.C., Mr. Payne spent his childhood and young adult life in Greenfield, Ind., before taking residence in Arizona for the past 23 years. Mr. Payne was preceded in death by his father, Meredith Payne Sr. of Greenfield and a brother John Payne of Chandler; and is survived by his daughters Deanna Payne of Anthem and Heather Perez of Lake Montezuma; a son, Darin Payne of Aurora, Colo; his mother, Janice Payne of Greenfield; a brother and three sisters in Indiana; and nine grandchildren. Memorial services will be at Beaver Creek Baptist Church in Rimrock on Thursday, Sept. 25, at 3 p.m. Burial will be in Middle Verde Cemetery in Camp Verde. Contributions can be made in his memory to Camp Verde United Christian School.

Marte Lea Briese
Monday, Sept. 15, 2003
Marte Lea Briese, 43, a resident of Sedona, died Sept. 15. Born in Los Angeles, Mrs. Briese moved to Arizona from Huntington Beach, Calif., in 1993. She was last employed by Capital Title Agency as a title assistant. Mrs. Briese will be remembered best for her work as a child care provider and being loved by all. Her laughter and kindness won the hearts of all she touched. Mrs. Briese is survived by her husband, Peter Briese; one sister; and one brother. A service will be held at Wesleyan Church on Saturday, Sept. 20, at 6 p.m.

Martha Fearing
Monday, Sept. 15, 2003
Martha Jane Fearing, 87, a resident of Sedona, died Sept. 15. Born in Seattle, Mrs. Fearing was a singer. She graduated from Hollywood High and moved from California to Arizona 15 years ago. In Sedona, she was involved with the Sedona Animal Hospital, Sedona Cultural Park, Sedona Public Library, Sedona Welcomers and with the Audubon Society. Ms. Fearing is survived by a cousin, June Grudosky; and devoted friends Marcein Rounsavall, Jeanne Bernardy and Cynthia Cunningham. Interment will be Forest Lawn Memorial Park, Hollywood Hills, Calif. Memorial contributions may be made to Northern Arizona Hospice, 269 Candy Lane, Cottonwood, AZ 86326.

Marjorie L. Rea
Saturday, Aug. 30, 2003
Marjorie Lucille Rea, 99, a resident of Cottonwood, died Aug. 30. Born in Knox, Ind., Ms. Rea lived there until going to the Chicago area to work. Her early career was in sales. She went to California in 1934, where she later met Fred Rea, and they were married in Las Vegas. The Rea’s owned and operated their own businesses in Watsonville, Calif., and Flagstaff. The Reas moved to Sedona in 1952 and to Cottonwood in 1966. Marjorie resided at Verde Valley Manor for 25 years, being one of its first residents. One of the many things she was proud of was her establishment of the “Elvyee” art league. She became a prize-winning artist after she took up painting at age 65, first attending art classes at Yavapai Community College, then taking private lessons. Mrs. Rea is survived by two nieces, Beverly Baker of Cottonwood and Lucy Anderson of California; a sister-in-law, Nora E. Baker of Texas; six grand-nieces and -nephews, and five great-grandnieces and -nephews. A musical memorial was held Sept. 16 at Westcott Funeral Home. Ms. Rea requested that there be no flowers; however, each attendee was asked to bring one bright flower. These flowers will be scattered with the ashes from an airplane over Mingus Mountain.