First snow of 2012
Posted By Janis Bishop on January 20, 2012
Bishop's cabin - first snowfall of 2012
Welcome to the new Graniteville site...
Welcome to the new Graniteville site, please stay tuned as it takes shape. Feel free to add comments and suggestions. Pictures from the previous sites will be migrated over.
Where’s the snow?
Posted By Janis Bishop on January 19, 2012
Fall in Poorman Creek
In Memorium – Ralph Gaddis
Posted By Janis Bishop on October 19, 2011
Ralph Arlen Gaddis passed away on Wednesday, October 12, 2011 at one of his most favorite places in the world, his family vacation cabin near Graniteville, CA.
Born March 12, 1932 in Ellis, South Dakota, Ralph moved with his family at age nine to Los Angeles. Upon graduation from Manual Arts High School, he attended Pierce College before joining the Air Force where he served in Washington state and the UK. He relocated to Atascadero, California in 1963 to raise his family. Ralph was an active 4H leader for almost 20 years and for nearly 26 years, he was a familiar, friendly face as the man behind the Post Office counter. After retirement, he and his wife, Marylin, spent the summers at their cabin on Robbins Ranch Road or traveling throughout Canada and Alaska in their RV. Ralph enjoyed the winter season near his grandchildren at his home in Paso Robles and was always seen out walking with his best friend, Andy, a 120-pound Bouvier.
Ralph is survived by three sons: Jerry of Medford, OR; Ralph James of Denver, CO; Paul (Denise) of Nipomo; and a stepdaughter, Michele (Clive) Rupert of Atascadero and two stepsons, Mark and Mike. He also leaves behind four grandsons, two granddaughters, and a sister, Donna Austin of Paso Robles. He was preceded in death by his wife of 25 years, Marylin, who passed away nine years ago this month.
Known as a kind man, a good friend, a loving husband, a beloved father and proud grandfather, he will be deeply missed. Services will be held on Saturday, October 22 at 11:00am in the the city cemetary of Paso Robles, California. In lieu of flowers, the family is asking to send donations to the Graniteville Volunteer Fire Department.
To donate to the Graniteville Fire Department, please send your donation to:
GVFC 46
attn: Chief Paul Stone
35401 Graniteville Rd.
Nevada City, CA 95959
Autumn Days in Graniteville
Posted By Janis Bishop on October 10, 2011
Was just up in Graniteville this past weekend, and there was snow on the ground! Many trees and plants were caught by surprise and flattened out or broken off. By Sunday afternoon, most of it had melted away. It was a beautful Autumn weekend. Many hunters going through town – I think the deer have all vanished. Lots of logging trucks going through all summer, hopefully they have stopped and the locals can get some sleep since they usually start rolling in around 3am. The Winter folks are splitting wood and getting ready for the Winter.
4th of July Graniteville-style!
Posted By Janis Bishop on July 25, 2011
We had a record turnout this year for the annual Graniteville Parade and Picnic. Thanks to everyone who came out to support the Graniteville Volunteer Fire Department. Fun was had by all!
Pleases click on the top picture below to see the slide show.
Parade 2011
Number of photos:38
Total size:17.88 MB
4th of July Parade and Picnic on Sunday, July 3rd
Posted By Janis Bishop on June 8, 2011
The annual 3rd or 4th of July Parade and Picnic will be happening this year on Sunday, July 3rd. The parade will start at 11:30 followed by a picnic and fun for all. Please plan to join in the parade or be a spectator and help support the Graniteville Volunteer Fire Company. This is their only fund raiser and funds go toward equipping and training volunteers.
Check out highlites from last year, pictures courtesy of Barbara Vanderschoot.
Click on top picture to see slide show.
2010 Parade Highlites
Number of photos:23
Total size:10.69 MB
Not your typical Memorial Day
Posted By Janis Bishop on June 1, 2011
This past Memorial Day was one of the coldest anyone could remember. The road was open as far as Richard’s house, so there was no problem getting in. Even though there was still snow, some daffodils and tulips were blooming. About 2:30 on Saturday, the snow started and it kept up for several hours. Sunday morning the town woke up to a Winter wonderland. Needless to say, the annual work party to rake up the pine needles around the school house was postponed. It was fun to see everyone after a long Winter. Let’s hope the 4th of July is warmer!
Click on top picture to see slide show:
Memorial Day 2011
Number of photos:13
Total size:8.42 MB
Call for Graniteville Memorabilia
Posted By Janis Bishop on May 27, 2011
Quoted from Mike Minahan’s GCSA Letter: The renovation of the school house has reached the point where in order to progress further, we must start bringing back artifacts so we can really show the workings of the one room school house. If you have school house memorabilia at your other (non Gville) home:
1) Bring it up to Graniteville
2) Make an inventory and give it to a board member or email Mike Minahan (mikeminahan@hotmail.com)
If you have school house materials at your home in Graniteville:
1) You can bring small items to the school house.
2) If you have large items, please send a list and/or digital pics before you bring them.
More information on this project will be available on the GCSA section of this site.
Memorial Day Work Day
Posted By Janis Bishop on May 27, 2011
Mike Minahan sent out a notice that there are plans to rake the school house this coming Memorial Day weekend so if we can find the needles under the snow, we will rake them! Hope to see you there.
The road in….
Posted By Janis Bishop on May 6, 2011
Well, there is good news and there is bad news. The road is clear but …………………. it’s going to be tough to park.
