Jennie K. Cramer
Issaquah resident Jennie Kay Cramer, 60, died on Jan. 12, 2000, at the Issaquah Care Center. At her request, no services will be conducted. She was born icon on Feb. 16, 1938, in Deer Park, the daughter of Ralph and Janet Huntsman. She was raised and educated in Wallowa, Ore. She moved to the Issaquah area in 1985 and married icon Bob Cramer on Feb. 23, 1991. Mrs. Cramer was employed by the Boeing Company as a machinist. She was a member of Eagles No. 3054 Women's Auxiliary. During leisure time, she enjoyed family and watching football. Survivors include her husband; two sons, Brian Hathaway of Hobart and Blake Hathaway of Helena, Mont.; two sisters, Jody Bell of Spokane and Anne Walker of Graham; and one grandchild. Arrangements are by Flintoft's Issaquah Funeral Home.

Janet V. McAuliffe
Issaquah resident Janet V. McAuliffe, 76, died on Jan. 12, 2000, at the home of her daughter, Cecily Cline. At her request, no services will be conducted. She was born icon on Oct. 26, 1923, in Chicago, the daughter of Norman and Wylla Alley. She was raised in California and graduated from Canoga Park High School in 1941. On Jan. 8, 1949, she married icon Richard McAuliffe in Las Vegas. The couple traveled the world during Mr. McAuliffe's 30-year career with the U.S. Air Force. After his retirement, they moved to Bellevue. In 1994, they moved to Providence Point. Mrs. McAuliffe was a member of the Overlake Service League, Bellevue Women's Club and Ryther Organization. During leisure time, she enjoyed family, reading, painting and traveling. Survivors include Cline; daughters Tracy Michael of Virginia and Tina McAuliffe of California; step-daughter Leslie McAuliffe of California; a sister, Noreen Adams of California; two grandchildren and three step-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband on Feb. 15, 1998. Arrangements are by Flintoft's Issaquah Funeral Home.

Robert McFarland
Reverend Robert McFarland, 84, died of heart complications on Jan. 9, 2000, at Providence Medical Center in Seattle. A memorial service was held on Jan. 15 at the Church of the Resurrection in Bellevue. Rev. McFarland was born icon in Chanute, Kansas, on May 6, 1915. He was raised and went to school in Bremerton. He graduated from the University of Washington in 1940, and from Yale Divinity School in 1944 with a major in ministry to religion in higher education, a major in institutional ministry and received a Master of Divinity degree. Rev. McFarland entered the U.S. Army in 1944 and served as chaplain assigned to Communication Headquarters for the China-Burma-India theater in Calcutta, India. Upon his return to the United States, he enrolled in Puget Sound University where he earned a masters degree in education administration and English. He married icon Lucille Webster on Jan. 20, 1948. He was ordained to the Episcopal priesthood in 1948, and became vicar of St. Michaels and All Angels in Issaquah 1965. His work took him to New York City, Bombay, India, Pakistan, the Philippine Islands and throughout Washington state. He maintained an active career in the National Guard and Army Reserve. After his retirement in 1977 he moved back to his home in Issaquah where he was a relief minister at various local Episcopal churches. In his leisure hours Rev. McFarland enjoyed gourmet cooking, gardening, art collecting and computer science. Survivors include his wife of Issaquah; son Robert Jr. of Torrance, Calif.; daughters Marcia Branna of Roy, Mary Brown of Aberdeen and Ellen Parkinson of Gresham, Ore.; sister Nina Duncan of Poway, Calif.; nine grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Remembrances are suggested to the Issaquah Food and Clothing Bank. Arrangements are by Flintoft's Issaquah Funeral Home.

Theodore H. Peterson
Issaquah resident and retired Army Major Theodore 'Ted' Harris Peterson, 90, died on Jan. 15, 2000, at Swedish Hospital in Seattle. A graveside service will be conducted at 10:30 a.m. Jan. 20 at Tahoma National Cemetery icon in Kent. A memorial service follows at 12:30 p.m. at Our Savior Lutheran Church, 745 Front St. South, in Issaquah. Mr. Peterson was born icon on May 22, 1919, in Corinth, N.D., the son of Seval and Annie Peterson. He was raised on the family farm, and graduated from the University of North Dakota in 1941. He served with distinction in World War II participating in both the North African campaign and the invasion of Italy with the 33rd Infantry. In the latter, he received a battlefield commission to 2nd Lt., and began a career military officer. He retired in 1963. Following his military service, Mr. Peterson completed his graduate education and teacher certification at the University of Washington in Seattle. He taught at Hazen High School in Renton for 16 years and retired in 1981. In 1979, he married icon Mary Brown in Issaquah. They have made their home here since. Survivors include his wife; three children, Susan Leaf of Bellevue, Michael Peterson of Redmond and Susan Ahrens of Bellevue; three sisters, Anna Njos, Florence Kinnune and Pearl Beach, and a brother Boyd Peterson, all of Issaquah; and four granddaughters. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Josephine Peterson, in 1961. Remembrances are suggested to a favorite charity. Arrangements are by Flintoft's Issaquah Funeral Home.

Howard Vandewenter
Former Issaquah resident Howard L. Vandewenter, 79, died on Jan. 11, 2000, at his home in Port Orchard. A funeral service was held on Jan. 14 at the Bremerton Stake Center of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Port Orchard. Burial followed at Sunset Hill Memorial Park in Bellevue. Mr. Vandewenter was born icon on June 21, 1920, in Perry, Iowa, the son of John and Golda Vandewenter. He was raised and attended school in Wilmington, Calif. Mr. Vandewenter served with the U.S. Coast Guard in San Diego, Calif., from 1942 to 1945. He married icon Ruth Bodily on Oct. 14, 1944, in San Diego. The family moved to Issaquah in 1965. Mr. Vandewenter worked as a longshoreman in California and Seattle for 35 years, 18 of which were spent as a foreman with Sealand in Seattle. He retired in 1985. He was an active member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Survivors include his wife of Port Orchard; son David Vandewenter of Massachusetts; daughter Kris Ann Riddle of Port Orchard; sister Leila Rhoads of Portis, Kansas; three grandchildren and one great-grandson. Remembrances are suggested to the American Cancer Society, Kitsap Unit, P.O. Box 2383, Bremerton, 98310. Arrangements are by Pendleton-Gilchrist Funeral Home at Rill Chapel in Port Orchard.

Eleanor Findlay
Eleanor Marie Findlay, 78, of Maple Valley, died on Jan. 24, 2000.v Private burial was held at Tahoma National Cemetery. Mrs. Findlay was born icon on July 28, 1921, in Chicago, Ill., the daughter of Grant and Anna Sallade. She was raised in Chicago. She married icon Robert J. Findlay on Aug. 21, 1941 in Lemont, Ill. She moved to Redmond in 1954, and then to Issaquah in 1975. In her leisure hours, Mrs. Findlay collected dolls and volunteered at Asland in Issaquah. She moved to Maple Valley in 1979. She was preceded in death by her son, Robert J. Findlay III, in 1979. Survivors include her husband of Maple Valley, and one grandson. Remembrances are suggested to Children's Hospital Foundation. Arrangements are by Flintoft's Issaquah Funeral Home.

Harvey Hope
Harvey Clarence Hope, 87, of Issaquah, died on Jan. 26, 2000, at his home. Mr. Hope was born icon on March 10, 1912, in Pittsburg, Pa., the son of William and Anna Hope. He was raised in Pittsburg, where he graduated from high school. During World War II, he served in the U.S. Army. From 1946 to 1965 he served as a marine engineer for the Military Sea Transportation Service. He retired from the Merchant Marines in 1974. He married icon Eleanor L. Wicklund in September of 1950 in Seattle. The family moved to Seattle in 1951. Mr. Hope was a private pilot and a member of the Masonic Lodge in Renton. Survivors include his wife and his son, Bill Hope of Seattle. Remembrances are suggested to an animal shelter or a charity of choice. Arrangements are by Flintoft's Issaquah Funeral Home.

William Melvin Lewis Hutsen
Funeral services for William L. Hutsen, 80, of Sammamish, will be conducted at 3 p.m. Feb. 3, 2000, at Faith United Methodist Church, 3924 Issaquah-Pine Lake Rd. S.E., Sammamish. He died on Jan. 30 at Providence Marianwood. Mr. Hutsen was born icon June 25, 1919 in Osgood, Ind., the son of Elmer and Nora Hutsen. He was raised in Columbus, Ind., graduated from Columbus High School and attended Indiana Central. On March 4, 1951, he married icon Imogene Eslinger in Indianapolis. He began his career as a semi-pro baseball player and then was an independent insurance agent for the rest of his life. They moved to the Plateau in 1933. Mr. Hutsen loved to attend all of his grandchildren's sporting events. He was a member of Faith United Methodist Church. Survivors include his wife of Sammamish; sons Yogi Hutsen of Sammamish and David Jones of Mesa, Ariz.; sisters Clauda and Alberta; eight grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. Remembrances may be made to Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Institute or Faith United Methodist Church. Arrangements are by Flintoft's Issaquah Funeral Home.

Helen L. Sutter
Helen Sutter, 83, a long-time resident of Issaquah died Feb. 8, 2000, at her Bellevue home. A memorial service was Feb. 12, at Flintofts Issaquah Funeral Home. Mrs. Sutter was born icon in Easton. She married icon Fritz Sutter in 1936. After a stint in Coolee City, where Mr. Sutter worked on and survived a fall from Coolee Dam, they returned to Issaquah. Here they began a car dealership across from the old Issaquah Feed and Grain store owned by brother-in-law Ben Sutter, and purchased property along east Lake Sammamish. Later they would begin a logging business, move to Oregon and California, and then return in the late 40's to build a home on the lake. Mrs. Sutter was a bookkeeper for the family businesses and worked for the federal government as a materials forwarder. In the mid 1970s they moved to Phoenix, Ariz., so she could accept a promotion. They returned upon her retirement a few years later. Mr. and Mrs. Sutter enjoyed travel and visited Europe, Australia and Mexico, and cruised the Panama Canal and Alaska. She was preceded in death by her husband and a sister, Hazel Main, of North Bend. She is survived by sons Fred of Lacey, Richard of Shoreline, Jim of Issaquah and Robert of North Bend; daughter Pamela Spencer of North Bend; sisters Wilma Boone of Olympia and Betty Powell of Wapato; seven grandchildren and three great grandchildren. The family suggests remembrances to your favorite charity.

Richard R. Ondras
Richard Robert "Dick" Ondras, 69, died Feb. 13, 2000, at his home in Bellevue. A memorial service is 11 a.m. Feb. 19 at Bleitz Funeral Home Chapel in Seattle. Mr. Ondras was born icon in Beasley, Texas. He served as a corporal in the Army from 1951 to 1953. He married icon Barbara J. Kindle on March 7, 1953, in Issaquah, where they resided for 44 years. He retired from McKinstry Sheet Metal in 1992, and was a member of Sheet Metal Workers Local #66. He was remembered as a hard-working, family man, a Texas boy at heart who enjoyed gospel and old-time country music. He is survived by his wife; two sons, Scott and wife Kathy of Snohomish, and Robert of LaVergne, Tenn; three daughters, Louise and husband Bill Perry of Fall City, Sheila and Dan Lyon of Marysville, and Tracey Mines of Bellevue; brothers Eugene of Huntsville, Texas, and Joel of San Antonio, Texas; 12 grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Remembrances are suggested to Evergreen Hospice. Arrangements are by Bleitz of Bellevue Funeral Home.

Lester S. Anderson
Issaquah resident Lester Soule Anderson, 85, died at home on Jan. 24, 2000. A memorial was conducted on Feb. 19 at the Providence Point clubhouse. He was born icon on Dec. 1, 1914, in Evanston, Ill, the son of James and Grace Anderson. The family moved to New Jersey during his early teen years and he graduated from Ridgewood High School in 1934. Mr. Anderson met his future wife Katherine on Halloween 1935. The couple married icon June 8, 1940. He was employed by the Curtiss-Wright Corp. Aeronautical Division from 1936-57. Mr. Anderson also spent 17 years as a Foreign Service Officer with the U.S. Department of State. Accompanied by his family, he served in Costa Rica and Guatamela. He was honored in 1972 by appearing in the first Who's Who in Government and retired in December 1974. After retirement, the couple lived in Florida and Maine before moving to Issaquah in 1990. Mr. Anderson was a member of the American Foreign Service Association, National Association of Retired Federal Employees, Issaquah Amateur Radio Club, American Radio Relay League, AARP and was a Red Cross emergency worker for Washington, King County and the City of Issaquah. He helped organize the Providence Point emergency response team. During leisure time, Mr. Anderson enjoyed photography, collecting autographs of famous aviators (more than 600), theater, singing, dancing, was fluent in Spanish, ham radio operating, computers and politics. Survivors include his wife; two daughters, Deborah Anderson of Portland, Ore., and Barbara Jordan and her husband Mike of Bellevue and four grandchildren. Remembrances are suggested to Evergreen Community Hospice, 12822-124th Lane N.E., Kirkland, WA 98034. Arrangements are by Bleitz of Bellevue.

William C. Hickok
Longtime Issaquah resident William "Fairly Honest Bill" Charles Hickok, 68, died on Feb. 13, 2000, in Seattle. A memorial was conducted Feb. 19 at the Issaquah Highlands Camping Club Lodge. Internment was at Floral Hills Cemetery. Mr. Hickok was an accomplished gunsmith and belonged to the Washington Arms Collectors and the Snoqualmie Valley Rifle Club. Survivors include sons William Hickok and his wife Marci, and Kevin Hickok; daughters Cheryl Schmidt, and Susan Hickok; and three grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife Patricia in 1966 and a grandson Patrick Hickok in 1995. Remembrances are suggested to the National Rifle Association. Arrangements are by American Memorial in Renton.

Evelyn K. Johnson
Issaquah resident Evelyn Kelly Johnson, 79, died on Feb. 14, 2000, at her son's home in Issaquah. A graveside service was conducted Feb. 18 at Tahoma National Cemetery icon in Kent. She was born icon on April, 28, 1920, in Normal, Ill., the daughter of Guy and Eva Kelly. She was raised in Leroy, Ill., and served in the U.S. Women's Army Corps during World War II as a secretary and stenographer. She married icon Eric Johnson of Kearney, N.J. The family moved to Houston, Texas, in 1961. In 1984, Mrs. Johnson retired to Mission Viejo, Calif., to be near her daughter. In 1999, she moved to Bellevue to live near her son. During leisure hours, she enjoyed square dancing, politics and spending time with family, especially her many grandchildren. Survivors include sons Karl Johnson of Issaquah and Stewart Johnson of Southlake, Texas; daughter Linda Shown of San Juan Capistrano, Calif.; sisters Phyllis Devereaux of San Marcos, Texas, and Marion Spratt of Leroy, Ill.; 10 grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Arrangements are by Flintoft's Issaquah Funeral Home.

Henry E. Orzechowski
Issaquah resident Henry E. Orzechowski, 89, died on Feb. 17, 2000, at Eastside Group Health Hospital. A funeral service was conducted Feb. 22 at Flintoft's Issaquah Funeral Home. Burial followed at the Hillside Cemetery. He was born icon Aug. 1, 1910, in Cleveland, Ohio, the son of Polish immigrant parents Frank and Thelma Orzechowski. He was raised and schooled in Cleveland. Mr. Orzechowski served in the U.S. Army for 23 years. He retired as a lieutenant colonel in 1957. In 1944, he married icon Florence Goddard in Kentucky. He and his family lived in Kentucky, Ohio, Indiana and Japan, prior to moving to Issaquah in 1957. Mr. Orzechowski worked for King County as a clerk and retired in 1975. He was a member of the F. & A.M. in Kentucky. During lesirue hours, Mr. Orzechowski enjoyed fishing, golfing and was an avid outdoorsman. Survivors include his wife of Issaquah; daughter Sharon Ofner of Kirkland; son Guy Orzechowski of Issaquah; and four grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a daughter, Elaine Risser, on Sept. 18, 1988. Arrangements are by Flintoft's Issaquah Funeral Home.

Bonnie Castagno
A graveside service for Bonnie Castagno, 97, of Issaquah, is 11 a.m. March 8 at Hillside Cemetery icon in Issaquah. Mrs. Castagno died on March 4 in Bellevue. She was born icon on Sept. 28, 1902 in Madison, Wisc. At the age of 12 she and her family moved to Tacoma. In 1925 she married icon Frank Castagno and they moved to Issaquah to join his brother, Rem Castagno, who operated Renton Issaquah Auto Freight. Mrs. Castagno was a 50-year charter member of the Issaquah Children's Orthopedic Hospital Guild, a longtime member of both the Issaquah Garden Club and the Rebekka Lodge of Issaquah. She enjoyed spending time with her family and friends and flower gardening. She was preceded in death by her husband in March 1990. Mrs. Castagno is survived by her daughter, Joyce Lewis and her husband Jim of Bellevue; two grandchildren, Frank Lewis of Sammamish and Judy Richards and her husband Rod of Centralia; two great grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers the family suggests remembrances to Children's Hospital, P O Box C-5371, Seattle, WA. 98105 or Harborview Medical Trauma Center, 325 9th Ave., Seattle, WA, 98104. Arrangements are by Flintofts Issaquah Funeral Home.

Chuck Jacobi
Chuck E. Jacobi, 73, of Issaquah, died on Feb. 27, 2000. A memorial mass was held on March 6 by his family members in Valley, Neb. Mr. Jacobi was born icon on May 28, 1926, in Cedar Rapids, Neb., the son of Henry and Clare Jacobi. He was raised on a farm. He "hiked all over Germany" with the Third Infantry Division of the U.S. Army in 1946. He returned in 1950, and married icon Marilyn Gilliam. They settled in Valley, Neb., and for the next 35 years Mr. Jacobi worked selling irrigation systems to farmers throughout the western United States and Canada. The family moved west in the 1960s. They lived in Yakima and Richland. They also spent time in Boise, Idaho; Billings, Mont.; and Incline Village, Nev. Mr. Jacobi was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church and American Legion Post No. 58 in Nebraska. In his leisure hours Mr. Jacobi enjoyed his family, his grandchildren, laughter and good storytelling. Survivors include his wife of 50 years; son Michael and his wife Jennifer Jacobi of New Orleans, La.; daughter Christine and her husband Sandy McDade of Issaquah; brother John Jacobi of Valley, Neb.; and four grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents and sister Esther Taylor. Remembrances are suggested to Alzheimers Association, 12721 30th Ave. N.E., Suite 101, Seattle, WA 98125. Arrangements are by Flintoft's Issaquah Funeral Home.

Joshua Matthai
Joshua D. Matthai, 22, of Issaquah, died on Feb. 28, 2000, from injuries sustained in a motorcycle accident. A gathering of family and friends was held on March 4 at the home of David and Pamela Matthai. Mr. Matthai was born icon on Nov. 9, 1977, in Renton, the son of David Matthai and Diane Cruver. He graduated from Issaquah High School in 1996. In his leisure hours, Mr. Matthai enjoyed sports, music and meeting new people. Survivors include his father of Issaquah; his mother of Auburn; brother Jerad of Mount Vernon; grandparents Rose Matthai of Issaquah and Elmer Woldseth of St. Peterburg, Fla.; and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. Remembrances are suggested to Kids at Risk, c/o Carole Haigood at any Key Bank Branch. Arrangements are by Flintoft's Issaquah Funeral Home.

Joseph Palermo
Joseph Thomas Palermo, 81, died on Feb. 28, 2000. A funeral service was held on March 4 at Green's bellevue Funeral Chapel. Burial followed at Sunset Hills Memorial Park in Bellevue. Mr. Palermo was born icon on Aug. 24, 1918, in Philadephia, Penn. He served in the Army during World War II. He spent his career as a Prudential insurance agent. Survivors include his wife Anna of Issaquah; daughter Nancy Palermo of Issaquah; son Joseph Palermo Jr. and wife Joyce of Issaquah; three grandchildren of Issaquah; and sisters Dolores Furia and Rita Rosa, both of Philadelphia.

David Briggs
David M. Briggs, 67, of Issaquah, died on March 8, 2000, at Overlake Medical Center in Bellevue. A memorial service is March 15 at Flintoft's Issaquah Funeral Home. Mr. Briggs was born icon on Nov. 18, 1912, in Erie, Pa., the son of James and Grace Briggs. His grandfather, Murry Briggs, was founder of the Sullivan Democrat, now known as the Sullivan Daily Times, which was the first newspaper in Sullivan, Pa. Mr. Briggs married icon Helen Baldenwick on Jan. 1, 1945. They lived in Western Springs, Ill., until 1950 when they moved to Mercer Island. In 1984 they moved to Issaquah. Mr. Briggs was employed as an engineer for the Boeing Co. prior to his retirement in 1977. In his leisure hours Mr. Briggs enjoyed books and poetry, and he and his wife shared a love of horses and training collie dogs. His wife preceded him in death in 1996. Survivors include several cousins and very good friends. Remembrances are suggested to the Alzheimers Association of Western and Central Washington, 1422 N.W. 85th St., Seattle WA 98117. Arrangements are by Flintoft's Issaquah Funeral Home.

Wendell Giberson
Former Issaquah resident Wendell Giberson, 82, of Lake Tapps, died on March 9, 2000, at his home. A memorial service was March 13 at Creator Lutheran Church in Sumner. Mr. Giberson was born icon in Montesano on June 13, 1917, and was raised on the family farm in the Wynoochee Valley. He graduated from Montesano High School in 1936. He was a 4-H member from 1928 to 1937, served as a delegate to the 4-H Club Congress in Chicago in 1938, and served in the United States Army during World War II. Mr. Giberson worked for Consolidated Aircraft and as a civilian for the military. He was a missile technician and attended numerous schools throughout the United States during that time. He retired in 1974 and lived in Issaquah from 1969 to 1989. In his leisure hours, Mr. Giberson enjoyed fishing, bowling, hunting, traveling and spending time with his family. Mr. Giberson never married. He lived as a member of the Bert and Dorothy Giberson family for the last 35 years of his life. He was preceded in death by his sister Helen Pinnon in 1963. Survivors include brothers Ebert Giberson of Sumner, Allen Giberson of Montesano and Frank Giberson of Concord, Calif.; and numerous nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews. Arrangements are by Flintoft's Issaquah Funeral Home.

Steve Kerola
Former Issaquah resident Steve Kerola, 50, died on March 1 in Silverton, Ore., of natural causes. A memorial is at 11 a.m. March 31 at St. Philomena Catholic Church, 1790 south 222, in Des Moines. Mr. Kerola was born icon on May 20, 1949, the son of Agnes and Alvin Kerola. He graduated in 1968 from Issaquah High School, where he was on the wrestling team. He won the 1968 Washington State wrestling championship with an undefeated season at 168 pounds. Mr. Kerola was in the Army National Guard Reserve for 16 years. He graduated from Western Washington University and moved to Oregon to begin his career in education. He was a respected teacher at Gervais High School for 16 years where he taught art and industrial arts, and coached wrestling. Mr. Kerola initiated a student home building project where his students spent a year planning, designing and building a home. The Oregon Building Congress named him the "Oregon Technology Educator of the Year" in 1994 for his teaching excellence. For the last seven years, Mr. Kerola operated his own business, "Oregon Oak Products." In his leisure hours he enjoyed the company of his many friends at the Town House Cafe, riding his custom Harley Davidson motorcycle, camping, fishing, woodworking, collecting, gardening and visiting with family. He was preceded in death by his parents. Survivors include sisters Mary Lynn Boland and her husband Jim of Fairfax Station, Va., and Karen Crotty and her husband Jim of Des Moines; brother Don Kerola of Houston, Texas; and six nieces and one nephew. Remembrances are suggested to the American Diabetes Association.

Edith F. Stewart
Issaquah resident Edith (Pearson) F. Stewart, 91, died on March 10, 2000, at Providence Marianwood. A graveside inurnment service is at 11 a.m. March 18 at Cedar Lawns Memorial Park in Redmond. She was born icon on March 4, 1909, in High Point, the daughter of Peter and Kristine Pearson. She graduated from Issaquah High School. Mrs. Stewart was employed as an insurance claims adjuster for many years. The former Mercer Island resident enjoyed family and flower gardening during leisure time. Survivors include three sisters, Linnea Larson of Kenmore, Anne Johnson of Issaquah and Myrtle Hanavan of Oceanside, Calif. She was preceded in death by her husband Benjamin in 1992. Remembrances are suggested to Our Savior Lutheran Church, 745 Front St., S., Issaquah, WA 98027 or a favorite charity. Arrangements are by Flintoft's Issaquah Funeral Home. 

 George A. Bell
Former Issaquah resident George A. Bell, 38, died March 3, 2000, at his Algona home. A funeral service was March 10 at Mary Queen of Peach Catholic Church. Burial followed at the Hillcrest Cemetery icon in Kent. He was born icon May 5, 1961, in Seattle, the son of Joan and Sam Bell. The family traveled extensively during his childhood and returned to live in Issaquah in 1974. Mr. Bell made his home in the Seattle area until moving to Algona 10 years ago. He was employed by the Boeing Co. for 19 years as a computer network designer. In addition, he owned Espresso Mia in Auburn. During leisure time, Mr. Bell enjoyed riding Harley Davidson motorcycles, rollerblading, wood building and family. Survivors include his parents; a son, Leo Bell; grandmothers Robbie Bell and Johanna Colby; brothers Sam, Kevin, David and Christian; sisters Tami Rillera, Danna Collingham, KayLee Jaech and Sara Toney. Arrangements are by Flintoft's Issaquah Funeral Home.

Charlotte Schuller
Longtime Florida resident Charlotte Schuller, 87, died in Issaquah on Feb. 26, 2000. A private family memorial service was conducted. She was born icon on Oct. 3, 1912, in Chicago. She graduated from the University of Wisconsin in 1933 with a degree in art. During the 1930s, she taught school in Wisconsin. Later, she became a travel agent. In 1936, she married icon Charles Schuller. The couple was married icon 59 years and lived in six states and traveled extensively abroad. The couple settled in Longboat Key, Fla., after retirement in 1974. Survivors include two sons, Richard Schuller of Seattle and Reid Schuller of Bend, Ore.; two brothers, Merrill Bennett of Sun City, Ariz. and Reid Bennett of Dallas; and two grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband in 1995. Remembrances are suggested to the Nature Conservancy of Washington, c/o Jeff Compton, 217 Pine St., Suite 1100, Seattle, WA 98101. Arrangements are by Snoqualmie Valley Chapel in North Bend.

Rick Sherman
Rick Sherman, 55, of Issaquah, died on March 13, 2000, at Swedish Hospital Medical Center in Seattle. A memorial service was March 18 at the Community Church of Issaquah. Mr. Sherman was born icon on May 15, 1944, in Santa Barbara, Calif. He was raised in Oregon and graduated from high school in San Diego. Mr. Sherman served with the Navy in 1963-64. He married icon Stella Juarez on Aug. 7, 1971, in Reno, Nev. A graduate of California Polytechnic University in San Luis Obispo, Mr. Sherman worked for IBM in California before moving to the Issaquah area in 1980. He was employed by the Boeing Co. as a computer analyst manager for 20 years. In his leisure hours Mr. Sherman enjoyed hiking, fishing, photography and spending time with his family. Survivors include his wife of Issaquah; daughters Elisa and Monique of Issaquah; parents Rita and John Hawkins of Ocean Park; and brother Greg Hyde of Springfield, Ore. Remembrances are suggested to the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center in Seattle. Arrangements are by Flintoft's Issaquah Funeral Home.

Christine Lehman
Former Issaquah resident Christine Ellen Lehman, 80, died March 11, 2000, at the Good Neighbors Home in Springfield, Ore. At her request, no services were conducted. She was born icon on April 14, 1919, in Chokio, Minn., the daughter of Clinton and Lila DeCamp. The family moved west and settled in Vancouver, Wash. In 1971, Mrs. Lehman moved to Issaquah. For several years, she was employed by United Control in Redmond. She also worked as an in-home caregiver and had a deep compassion for her clients. In 1985, Mrs. Lehman moved to Lacey, and later to Oregon. Survivors include a daughter, Linda Foreman of Brewster, Wash. and Quartzsite, Ariz.; two grandchildren, Tina Gates of Hayden, Idaho, and Shaun Foreman of Renton; and two great-grandchildren. A memorial booklet is available by request from Linda Foreman, P.O. Box 3715, Quartzsite, AZ, 85346. Remembrances are suggested to the Alzheimer's Association. Arrangements are by Andreason's Cremation and Burial Service in Eugene, Ore.

Mary Ann Hanson
A memorial service for Mary Ann Hanson, 72, of Issaquah, is at 9:30 a.m., April 8, 2000 at St. Andrews Lutheran Church, 2650 148th S.E., Bellevue. Mrs. Hanson died April 2 in Seattle. Mrs. Hanson was born icon on Aug. 9, 1927 in St. Louis, Mo., the daughter of William and Grace Godejohn. She was raised in Clayton, Mo., and graduated from Clayton High School. She received a bachelor's degree from Washington University in St. Louis. She married icon Arnold Hanson in 1964, and he preceded her in death in 1993. Mrs. Hanson moved to Issaquah in 1994. She was a member of St. Andrews Lutheran Church. Mrs. Hanson is survived by her brother, William Godejohn of Fall City; and two nieces, Ann Godejohn and Paula Pyatt. The family suggests remembrances to the American Cancer Society. Arrangements are by Flintoft's Issaquah Funeral Home.

Eugene O. Johnson
A funeral service for Eugene O. Johnson, 55, of Renton, is at 1 p.m. on April 4, 2000 at Flintoft's Issaquah Funeral Home, 540 E Sunset Way, Issaquah. Mr. Johnson died on March 29, 2000. Mr. Johnson was born icon on April 25, 1944 in Palermo, N.D., the son of Palmer and Mabel Johnson. He was raised in North Dakota and moved to the Renton area in the early 1960's. Mr. Johnson was employed by The Boeing Co. as a mechanic. He was a member of the Issaquah Eagles. In his leisure time Mr. Johnson enjoyed carpentry and bowling. He was preceded in death by one brother, Odin Johnson and one sister, Ethel Balch. Mr. Johnson is survived by his son, Scott E. Johnson of Renton; his daughter, Brandi J. Johnson of Federal Way; three brothers, Selmer Johnson of Colorado, Raynold Johnson of Plaza, N.D., and Marvin Johnson of Stanley, N.D.; two sisters, Carol Nichols of Seattle and Beverly Ward of Minot, N.D.; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Frederick Lovejoy
Frederick Bentley Lovejoy, 90, of Bellevue, formerly of Issaquah, died on March 29, 2000, at Cascade Vista in Redmond. A private family service was at the Sunnyside Cemetery icon in Coupeville. Mr. Lovejoy was born icon on June 1, 1909, the great grandson of Capt. Thomas Coupe (for whom Coupeville is named), grandson of Capt. Howard Bentley Lovejoy (pioneer settler of Coupeville, Whidbey Island, in 1855), and son of Edwin Owen Lovejoy (boat builder and owner of an early sawmill at Coupeville), and Flora Cranney Lovejoy, granddaughter of Capt. Coupe. Mr. Lovejoy graduated from Coupeville High School and Hall School of Commerce in Seattle and attended the University of Washington. He was a life member of Alumni Association and Sigma Chi Fraternity, and a charter member and past president of the Sahalee Country Club. His first employment with American-Hawaiian Steamship Co. lasted for 15 years until its entire fleet of 28 ships was commandeered for government use in the World War II. Subsequent employment with Everett Pacific Shipbuilding and Dry Dock Co. (a Pacific Car and Foundry subsidiary) was for 12 years, followed by 14 years at PACCAR's Renton division, from which he retired in 1974. Survivors include his wife, Jane of Bellevue; sons F. Bentley Lovejoy of Bellevue and William Lovejoy of Vancouver; daughter Jane Littlefield of Bellevue; six grandchildren and two great granddaughters. Remembrances are suggested to Children's Hospital Foundation, Hope Heart Institute or to a favorite charity. Arrangements are by Flintoft's Issaquah Funeral Home.

John Wicks
John Joseph Wicks, 79, died on March 25, 2000, at LakeRidge Social Care Center in Moses Lake. A memorial service will be at 2 p.m. April 15 at Issaquah Christian Church with pastor Steve Grice officiating. Mr. Wicks was born icon on May 15, 1920, in Star, Ore., the son of the late Joseph and Lois Ione Wicks. He was raised and educated in Cottage Grove and Springfield, Ore., and graduated from Thurston High School. He served in the Army on Adak Island as a firefighter and as a medic on the Aleutian Island Chain during World War II. He was honorably discharged from the Army in 1946. Mr. Wicks married icon Marjie Lea Pruitt on April 25, 1942, in Thurston, Ore. In 1962 they moved to Fall City. She preceded him in death on Nov. 15, 1996. Within the following year, Mr. Wicks moved to Moses Lake to be near his son. Mr. Wicks was an active member of the Christian Church in Issaquah, and also had been active in the Preston Baptist Church and the Thurston Christian Church before moving to Fall City. In his leisure hours, Mr. Wicks enjoyed hunting, gardening, fishing, building and fixing various items and old cars, and spending time with the fellowship and friends in the church. Survivors include sons Bennie Wicks of Ellensburg, Peter and wife Susan Wicks of Moses Lake, John and wife Barbara Wicks of Alderwood Manor, and Stanley and wife Pam Wicks of Woodinville; daughters Christine and husband Jim Nichols of Stanwood, and Marilyn and husband Jerry Ronnei of Chewelah; 14 grandchildren, 16 great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. Remembrances are suggested to the Alzheimer's Association, 12721 30th Ave. N.E., Suite 101, Seattle, WA 98117, or to your local church's memorial fund. Arrangements are by Kayser's Chapel of Memories, Moses Lake.

Robert Brauer
Sammamish resident Robert Joseph Brauer, 85, died on April 8, 2000, at Overlake Hospital in Bellevue. A funeral service was conducted on April 14 at the Rockman Funeral Chapel in Chester, Mont. Burial followed at the Whitlash (Mont.) Cemetery. Mr. Brauer was born icon on July 29, 1914, in Kansas City, Kan., the son of Rudolph and Marjorie Brauer. He attended school in Oakpark, Ill., before earning an engineering degree from Grinell (Iowa) College. Mr. Brauer worked in the purchasing department of Seattle's Union Oil Company for more than 20 years. He began his own business in 1964, working as a manufacturer's representative for Besco Building Specialties in Bellevue and Issaquah. His business manufactured signs and identifying devices. Mr. Brauer married icon Lois Schafer on Dec. 27, 1966, in Bellevue. The couple lived in the Redmond/Sammamish area for most of their married icon life. Mr. Brauer sold his business and retired in 1981. In his free time, he enjoyed stamp collecting, fishing, gardening, reading, card playing and raising German shepherd dogs. Mr. Brauer is survived by his wife of Sammamish; a niece, Carrie Engstrom of Sammamish; and two nephews, Mark Engstrom of Whitlash, and John Leonard of Seattle.

Manley Jenkins
Manley Jenkins, 87, of Trenton, N.C., died at home on April 10, 2000. Funeral services were April 14 at Friendship Free Will Baptist Church in Jones County. Rev. Don Fader and Dr. W. Burkette Raper officiated. Mr. Jenkins was born icon and raised on a farm in Jones County, N.C. He and his wife Mildred moved to New Bern, N.C., in 1941 to start a family. Although he worked for the state for more than 25 years, he remained a farmer all his life, first on the farm he bought in 1949, and later on the family farm in Jones County. Mr. Jenkins was a longtime member of Friendship Free Will Baptist Church, the Farm Bureau and a Weyerhaeuser Tree Farm Family. In his leisure hours, he enjoyed spending time with his children and grandchildren riding behind his tractor, digging potatoes, and caring for pigs, cows and chickens. He was a helpful man, devoted to his family and friends. Survivors include his wife of 59 years; daughter Martha Jenkins Bernabeo and her husband Rick of Hartford, Ct.; sons Ron Jenkins and his wife Susan of Coats, N.C., Don Jenkins and his wife Ann of Sammamish, Dan Jenkins and his wife Martha of New Bern, N.C.; brother Ray Jenkins of New Bern, N.C.; sisters Rachel Daugherty of Kinston, N.C., and Elizabeth Jenkins Davis of Trenton, N.C.; and eight grandchildren. Remembrances are suggested to the Mildred and Manley Jenkins Endowment at Mount Olive College, 634 Henderson St., Mount Olive, N.C. 28365; Friendship Free Will Baptist Church, c/o Mrs. Ramona Smith, 2021 Old New Bern Road., Trenton, N.C., 28585, or the Jones County Chapter of the American Cancer Society, c/o Mrs. Linda Hart, 4751 Middle Rd., Trenton, N.C., 28585. Arrangements are by Pollock-Wells and Best Funeral Home.

Thomas Webber
Thomas Paul Webber, 43, of Issaquah, died on March 31, 2000, in Lake Forest Park. A funeral mass was April 17 at Mary Queen of Peace Catholic Church on the Sammamish Plateau. A committal service followed at Upper Hillside Cemetery icon in Issaquah. Mr. Webber was born icon July 4, 1956, on Scott Air Force Base in Belleville, Ill., the son of Paul and Barbara Webber. He was raised primarily in Endicott, N.Y. In 1973 he and his family moved to Redmond. Mr. Webber graduated from Lake Washington High School in 1974. He attended Bellevue Community College before pursuing a career in sales. In April of 1984, he moved to Issaquah. In his leisure time Thomas enjoyed spending time with his family, friends and colleagues, playing softball, cycling and hiking. Survivors include his parents of Issaquah; brother William Webber and his wife, Bonnie, and their four children of Enumclaw. Arrangements are by Flintoft's Issaquah Funeral Home.

Jean Marie Ruscoe Hess
Jean Marie Ruscoe Hess, 80, of Phoenix, Ariz., died on April 16, 2000. Services will be conducted April 27 at St. Michael's All Angels Episcopal Church, 325 S.E. Darst St. in Issaquah. Mrs. Hess was born icon on March 4, 1920, in Watefield, Kan., the daughter of Horace Ruscoe and Lena Ogle. She married icon Leroy Hess on April 17, 1947. Mrs. Hess was a member of St. Michael's Church in Issaquah for 41 years. She and her husband resided at Providence Point for a time. Survivors include her husband; daughters Christine and Dena; son Ronald and his wife, Christine; and sister Dorothy Wyss of Junction City, Kan. Arrangements are by Arizona Aftercare.

Carolyn Van Nisbet
A memorial service for Carolyn Van Nisbet, 94, of Issaquah, is 1 p.m. April 30, 2000, by Sammamish Congregational United Church of Christ, located at Trinity Lutheran College (formerly the Lutheran Bible Institute). Mrs. Nisbet died at home on April 11. Mrs. Nisbet was born icon on Jan. 23, 1906, in Cass City, Mich., the daughter of Harry Pearl and Lucy Glendora Lee. She was raised in Cass City, where she graduated from high school. Following high school she attended Pratt Institute of Fashion Design in New York City. On Sept. 26, 1931, she married icon Allan Botha Dirkse van Schalkwijk. He preceded her in death on Feb. 3, 1970. On Oct. 9, 1971, she married icon Herbert J. Nisbet. He preceded her in death on Nov. 25, 1979. Mrs. Nisbet was a dress designer, manager and buyer in the retail clothing industry. In May 1990, she moved to Providence Point in Issaquah. She was a member of Ikenobo Ikebana Society of America and various garden clubs, including at Providence Point and in Skokie, Ill., and Bloomfield Hills, Mich. Her special interests included spending time with her family and friends, genealogy, Ikebana flower arranging and gardening. Mrs. Nisbet is survived by two daughters, Deborah V. McConnell of Sammamish and Carolyn V. Schroeder of Sequim; four grandchildren and two great grandchildren. The family suggests memorial donations to her sister's scholarship fund for foreign language students at the University of Michigan. Contact the Leone Lee Shaw Scholarship Fund, c/o 1919 E. Beaver Lake Dr. S.E., Sammamish, WA, 98029. Arrangements are by Flintoft's Issaquah Funeral Home.

Virginia Amarant
A funeral service for Virginia Amarant, 78, of Providence Point, is at 11 a.m. on May 18, 2000, at Flintoft's Issaquah Funeral Home. A Burial will follow at Tahoma National Cemetery icon in Kent. A time of visitation for family and friends is 11 a.m.- 5 p.m. on May 17 at the funeral home. Mrs. Amarant died on May 15 in Seattle. She was born icon on Oct. 9, 1921 in Arkansas City, Kan., the daughter of William and Velva Walters. The family moved to California when she was 6 years old. She was a graduate of San Ramon High School, and she married icon her high school sweetheart, Norman J. Amarant, in June 1940. In 1998 she and her husband moved to Issaquah. Mrs. Amarant enjoyed spending time with her family and friends, and also playing bridge. She was preceded in death by her brother, Billy Walters. Mrs. Amarant is survived by her husband of Issaquah; two daughters, Sandra Carlos of Las Vegas, Nev., and Pamela Crayton of Bellevue; brother Howard Walters of Sacramento, Calif.; sister Mina Jo Reis of Sonora, Calif.; six grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. The family suggests remembrances to the American Heart Association.

Jewel E. Bergstrom
Jewel E. Bergstrom, 71, of Preston, died at home on May 3, 2000. A memorial service was May 12 at the Preston Baptist Church. Mrs. Bergstrom was born icon on March 30, 1929, in Whitewater, Mont., the daughter of John and Margaret Jenson. At an early age she and her family moved to Oroville, where she was raised. She graduated from Othello High School in 1947. She married icon Dean A. Bergstrom on May 8, 1950, in Preston. They made their permanent home in Preston in 1951. For 25 years Mrs. Bergstrom was employed by the Issaquah School District in food services. She was a member of the Preston Baptist Church, Vasa Lodge, Washington School Food Services Association and the American School Food Services Association. In her leisure hours she enjoyed cooking and hospitality. Survivors include her husband of Preston; sons Dean Eric Bergstrom of Issaquah and Dan Arnold Bergstrom of Easton; daughter Ann Karine Armstrong of Preston; brother Michael Jenson of Anacortes; sisters Anna Karine Leibrand of Scobey, Mont. and Margie Helen Barth, of Spokane; four grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Remembrances are suggested to the Preston Baptist Church Memorial Fund. Family and friends are invited to sign the online guestbook at www.flintofts.com. Arrangements are by Flintoft's Issaquah Funeral Home.

Robert J. Findlay
Robert J. Findlay, 81, of Maple Valley, died at home on May 13, 2000. Funeral services were May 16 at Cross of Christ Lutheran Church in Bellevue. Private burial was at Tahoma National Cemetery icon in Kent. He will be interred in St. Olaf Cemetery icon in New Richland, Minn. Mr. Findlay was born icon on March 6, 1919 in Braceville, Ill., the son of Robert and Pearl Findlay. He was raised in Illinois and married icon Eleanor Marie Sallade on Aug. 21, 1941 in Lemont, Ill. During World War II, he served in the U.S. Marines in the South Pacific. He was a master carpenter all his life and enjoyed gardening in his leisure time. He moved to Redmond in 1954 and then to Issaquah in 1975. He had lived in Maple Valley since 1979. He was preceded in death by his wife on Jan. 24, 2000. Survivors include his daughter, Gloria R. James of Maple Valley. In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to Children's Hospital Foundation. Arrangements are by Flintoft's Issaquah Funeral Home.

Dorothy D. Frost
Dorothy D. Frost, 86, of Preston, died on May 3, 2000 in Duvall. A memorial service was held May 13 at the Preston Baptist Church. Mrs. Frost was born icon on April 19, 1914, in Olympia, the daughter of David and Emaline Morris. She married icon Merton Harold Frost on May 18, 1937. The family moved to Preston in 1944. She was a member of the Preston Baptist Church. In her leisure time she enjoyed sewing and assisting her granddaughter with her horses. She was preceded in death by her husband in 1975. Survivors include daughters Lorna Frost of Bellevue and Jacquelin Robinson of Medina; son Merton Frost of Granite Falls; brother Dick Morris of Shelton; sister Evie Wallingford of Seattle; two granddaughters, Catherine Frost of Duvall and Joan Hemon of Kirkland; one grandson and one great-grandaughter. Remembrances are suggested to Evergreen Hospice or Preston Baptist Church. Friends are invited to sign the family's online guestbook at www.flintofts.com Arrangements are by Flintoft's Issaquah Funeral Home.

Dwight V. Hall
Dwight V. Hall, 93, of Issaquah, died on May 11, 2000, at Providence Marianwood in Issaquah. A reception in his memory will be at the Issaquah Senior Center. Mr. Hall was born icon on Oct. 24, 1906, in Guthrie, Okla., the son of Orville and Nona Hall. He was raised in Oklahoma City and attended the University of Oklahoma. He married icon Mary Zigar on Feb. 13, 1955 in Las Vegas, Nev. The family lived in Southern California for many years, where he worked for Douglas Aircraft. He moved to Issaquah in 1995. In his leisure hours Mr. Hall enjoyed riding motorcycles, restoring old cars, and spending time with his friends and family. Survivors include his wife of Issaquah; daughters Susan Garfield of Los Angeles and Julie Kato of Issaquah; sister Eleanor Achgill of Houston, Texas; and five grandchildren. Arrangements are by Flintoft's Issaquah Funeral Home.

Irvin N. Knutson
Irvin "Bud" Neprud Knutson of Issaquah died of cancer on May 12, 2000 at his Providence Point home. He was 84. He was born icon on Sept. 25, 1915 in Blair, Wis., the son of Irvin N. and Minnie (Neprud) Knutson. He spent his youth living in Coon Valley, Wis., and graduated president of his class from nearby Westby High School in Westby, Wis. After attending St. Olaf College in Northfield, Minn., he was employed by the Westby-Coon Valley State Bank. He was a graduate of the University of Wisconsin School of Banking. He married icon Ruth H. Romine of New Richland, Minn., in Rockford, Ill, on Nov. 9, 1935. After living several years in Coon Valley and Westby, he moved his family in 1954 to Kirkland, where he was manager of the Citizens Bank of Kirkland. He joined the National Bank of Commerce (now Bank of America) in 1955 and served as manager for branches in Ellensburg, Clarkston, Renton and Seattle before retiring from RainierBank in 1980 as a vice president and loan officer. He lived in Bellevue for 36 years before moving to Providence Point in 1997. Mr. Knutson was an Eagle Scout. He served on several boards and was a charter member and past council officer of Cross of Christ Lutheran Church in Bellevue. He also was involved in Rotary and the Chamber of Commerce of Renton. Preceding him in death was his wife of 60 years. He is survived by three sons, David R. Knutson and wife Marilyn of Tacoma, Dr. Dennis D. Knutson and wife Mary Ann of Sioux Falls, S.D., and Dean P. Knutson and wife Jill of Issaquah; daughter Jean E. Greif and husband Frank of Seattle; two brothers, Lincoln V. Knutson of Westby, Wis. and James E. Knutson of Coon Valley, Wis.; a sister, Genevieve Weigel of Sunnyvale, Calif.; eight grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Memorials may be sent to the American Diabetes Association, American Cancer Society or a charity of choice. Arrangements are by Green's Funeral Home of Bellevue.

Virginia Sloan
Virginia "Ginger" R. Sloan, 81, of Issaquah died on May 11, 2000, at The Care Center at Kelsey Creek in Bellevue. A memorial is May 17 at Sheldon Sloan's home, 3903 Meadow Ave. N. in Renton. Mrs. Sloan was born icon on Oct. 16, 1918, in Centralia, the daughter of David and Manda Self. She was raised in Centralia where she graduated from high school. She married icon Ken Sloan in 1937 in Seattle. She and her husband moved to Issaquah in 1968. Mrs. Sloan was a member of Beta Sigma Phi Sorority in Centralia before moving to Issaquah. In her leisure hours she enjoyed working in her garden, and taking care of her cat. She was preceded in death by her husband in December of 1996. Survivors include sons Sheldon of Renton and Larry of Everett; daughter Kristi of Issaquah; sisters Bertha Towner of Centralia, Agnes Brown of Puyallup and Vivian Heryford of Klamath Falls, Ore.; five grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Remembrances are suggested to Alzheimers Association, 12721 30th Ave NE, Suite 101, Seattle, WA 98125. Friends and family are invited to sign the family's online guest book at www.flintofts.com. Arrangements are by Flintoft's Issaquah Funeral Home.

Elsa Hussey Young
Elsa Hussey Young, 90, died on April 26, 2000, at Providence Marianwood in Issaquah. A service was May 5 at Snoqualmie United Methodist Church. Officating at the ceremony were Rev. Mary Brown and Rev. Earl Dean. Mrs. Young was born icon on July 6, 1909, on the family farm in Roxbury, Maine. She was raised in Roxbury and Canton, Maine, and then traveled to New York as a young woman to work as a nanny. She married icon Howard Young on Oct. 24, 1930, in Brooklyn, N.Y. They returned to Maine to live and work with their parents on their farms. In 1945 they moved to Bremerton. During World War II, Mr. Young worked in the Naval Shipyard, and with the end of the war the family moved to the Snoqualmie Valley. Mrs. Young served on the board of directors at Mount Si Senior Center and Snoqualmie Methodist Church. She played the organ and sang in the choir at the Methodist Church. She also managed the food and clothing Bank in North Bend. In her leisure hours Mrs. Young taught Sunday school, worked on fundraisers with the "Ladies Aide," and spent many mornings preparing a "country breakfast" for friends and family. She was preceeded in death by her husband in 1977. Survivors include four sons, Sam and wife Masako Young of Silverdale, Frank and wife Sandy Young of Pensacola, Fla., Jim and wife Jan Young of Snoqualmie, and Bob and wife Deb Young of Pensacola, Fla.; daughter Sally and her husband Larry Van Kirk of Issaquah; sister Wilma Richards of West Brook, Maine; 14 grandchildren; 26 great-grandchilden; and numerous nieces and nephews. Remembrances are suggested to the Helping Hands Food Bank, 14622 444th Ave. S.E., North Bend, WA 98045; Mount Si Senior Center, P.O. Box 806, North Bend, WA 98045; or Snoqualmie United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 458, Snoqualmie WA 98065. Arrangements are by Snoqualmie Valley Chapel in North Bend. 

 Gunvald R. Foss
Gunvald R. Foss died May 21, 2000, at his Issaquah home. He was 91. At his request, no services will be conducted. Mr. Foss was born icon on April 20, 1909, in Norway, the son of Christian and Inga Foss. He was educated in Norway, graduated from high school and later from Oslo Music Conservatory, specializing as a school music teacher. He also worked as an organist for the Norwegian Lutheran Church. While in Norway he also served with the Norwegian Royal Guard. He came to the United States with his wife and children in 1951. In this country, he worked at various jobs, the last being at Clark Elementary School in Issaquah. He was a member of Our Savior Lutheran Church. Survivors include his wife, Marie, of nearly 64 years, of Issaquah; three children, Rick Foss of Wapato, Vickey Jacobson of Issaquah and Inge Stovner of Fairfax, Va.; nine grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Remembrances are suggested to Evergreen Hospice Center, Fund Development Office, 12822 124th Ln NE, Kirkland, WA., 98034. Arrangements are by Flintoft's Issaquah Funeral Home.

Edward W. Kortnik
Former Issaquah resident Edward W. "Ed" Kortnik, 76, of East Wenatchee, died May 14, 2000, at his home following a brief illness. Funeral services were May 18 at Telford's Chapel of the Valley, with Pastor Jerry Beebe officiating. Interment icon followed at Evergreen Memorial Park. Mr. Kortnik was born icon on July 12, 1923, in Cle Elum, the son of Matt and Johanna Kortnik. He was raised and attended school in Cle Elum. Mr. Kortnik joined the United States Army and served as staff sergeant under Gen. George Patton. He served in France, Germany and Austria before receiving his honorable discharge in 1946. He went on to graduate from Washington State University with a degree in civil engineering. He married icon Gayle Barkley Headley on Jan. 23, 1954, in Shelton. They lived in the Seattle, Bellevue and Issaquah areas for nearly 30 years before moving to East Wenatchee in 1984. Mr. Kortnik spent a year working for the Bureau of Reclamation in Ephrata, four years working for the Washington State Highway Department in Yakima, and 26 years with the City of Seattle Engineering Department. He retired in 1977 and spent several years working part time as an engineering consultant. In recent years Mr. Kortnik volunteered at Central Washington Hospital and worked for the East Wenatchee Safeway. He served as past commander of VFW Post No. 3436 in Issaquah, past charter member of BPOE Lodge No. 2546 in Issaquah and past president of the Washington State Chapter of APWA. He also was a member of the Wenatchee First Assembly of God, and the WSU Cougar Club and Alumni Association. His wife preceded him in death in 1990. Survivors include cousin Mrs. G.H. Hemmen of Fullerton, Calif.; niece Kathi Neva of Mill Creek, nephew Rian Patterson of Puyallup; brother-in-law Lee Barkley of Minnesota; and special friends the Johnson family of Rock Island. Remembrances are suggested to Wenatchee First Assembly of God Church. Arrangements are by Telford's Chapel of the Valley in East Wenatchee.

Sarah Fay
Sarah Fay, 104, of Issaquah, died on May 26, 2000, in Easton. A graveside service was held on June 2, 2000 at Hillside Cemetery icon in Issaquah. A reception followed at the Issaquah Senior Center. Mrs. Fay was born icon on Sept. 30, 1895, in White Sulfur Springs, Mont., the eighth of nine children born icon to Murray and Idella (Reeves) Crowe. When she was 4 years old, the family moved to Washington. Mrs. Fay graduated from Granite Falls High School. She married icon Earl R. Fay on June 30, 1913, in Everett. She and her husband owned and operated several restaurants and cafes in Leavenworth, Cle Elum and Easton. They moved to Easton in 1936 and on to Issaquah in 1956. At the time of her death she was residing at Beaver Lake. She was an avid lodge worker belonging to several organizations including Century Chapter No. 66 Order of Eastern Star, Zora Temple #5, Daughters of the Nile, Western Washington Grand Representatives, International Grand Representatives, Gilman Rebekah Lodge No. 59, International Order of Odd Fellows, Snohomish Ladies Encampment Auxiliary No. 25, Skagit Auxiliary No. 30 Ladies Auxiliary of Patriarchs Militant, Royal Neighbors of America, Cle Elum Auxiliary, Fraternal Order of Eagles, Issaquah Valley Grange No. 581, Beaver Lake Community Club and Issaquah Valley Senior Citizens. She was Past Matron of Roslyn Chapter, Grand Page in 1956, Grand Representative of Montana in 1959, all of the Order of the Eastern Star; Past Noble Grand of Gilman Rebekah Lodge and recipient of the Decoration of Chivalry. In her leisure hours, Mrs. Fay enjoyed cooking and gardening and general yard work. She was preceded in death by her husband Earl, and her daughter Lylia Walters. Survivors include son Rex of Easton; a granddaughter, great-granddaughter, and numerous nieces and nephews. Remembrances are suggested to the Issaquah Senior Center or fraternal organization of choice. Friends are invited to sign the family's on-line guest book at www.flintofts.com. Arrangements are by Flintoft's Issaquah Funeral Home.

Dorothy Ida Hart
A funeral service for Dorothy Ida Hart, 88, of Issaquah, was held on June 5, 2000, at Flintofts Issaquah Funeral Home. Mrs. Hart passed away on June 2 in Bellevue. Mrs. Hart was born icon on Dec. 29, 1911, in Columbus, the daughter of Orville and Nettie Kellogg. She was raised in the Hobart area and attended school in Taylor and Neukirchen, which was between Issaquah and Hobart. On Jan. 6, 1929, she married icon Frank Hart in Tacoma. The family moved to Monohan, where she lived in the early 1960s. She then moved to Issaquah.In her leisure time she enjoyed gardening, crocheting, knitting, raising Africian Violets, canning, and taking care of people needing help. She was preceded in death by a son, Jim Hart, in 1972.

Lee Root
Lee Root, 81, of Issaquah, died on June 1, 2000, at Overlake Hospital Medical Center. A funeral service was held on June 5 at Flintoft's Issaquah Funeral Home. Burial followed at the Hillside Cemetery. Mr. Root was born icon on Feb. 4, 1919, in Russia. When he was a young man the family immigrated to the United States and settled in West Seattle. Mr. Root graduated from West Seattle High School. In 1985 he moved to Redmond with his wife, Rose, who preceded him in death in 1988. At the time of his death Mr. Root was a production manager for Blaser Die Casting in Seattle. He was a two-time champion for Pacific Rim International Model Engineering Society. Mr. Root was a member of the Burien Elks and several other organizations, and he also was associated with Chrysler, General Motors and Ford Motor companies as a historian and technical model builder. In his leisure time Mr. Root enjoyed spending time with his family and traveling. Survivors include daughters Rhetta Hopfauf of Issaquah and Jean Winthrop of Seattle; son Al Root of Seattle; sister Ariadne Morris of Seattle; eight grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Remembrances are suggested to the American Cancer Society. Family and friends are invited to sign the family's on-line guest book at www.flintofts.com. Arrangements are by Flintoft's Issaquah Funeral Home.

Calvert Moulton Mattern
Calvert Moulton Mattern of Black Diamond died on June 8, 2000 at Valley Medical Center in Renton. He was 81. Interment is at Mountain View Cemetery icon in Auburn. At his request, no services were held. Mr. Mattern was born icon on April 19, 1908, in Portland, Ore. He was married icon to June E. Middeke on Aug. 24, 1946, in Seattle. Mr. Mattern was employed as an engineer at The Boeing Co. for 37 years, retiring in 1981. In his leisure time he enjoy camping with his family, picking wild berries, swimming in mountain lakes and skiing. He is survived by his wife of Black Diamond; son John Calvert Mattern of Auburn; daughter Jill Marie and her husband Jerry Mays of Issaquah; and two grandsons. Arrangements are by Yahn & Son Funeral Home in Auburn.

Dixie G. Forney
Dixie G. Forney, 67, died June 13 in Issaquah. At her request no services will be held. Mrs. Forney was born icon on Dec. 21, 1932, in Riverton Heights, the daughter of Curtis and Marjorie Skinner. She was raised on the Eastside and attended one year of business school in motel and hotel management and computer training. After living in California for a few years she returned to Issaquah in 1994 to work as a care giver at Dees Adult Family Home. Mrs. Forney was a former resident of Hutchison House and a longtime member of the Issaquah Eagles. Mrs. Forney is survived by her son, William Lee Harlan; and a brother, Toliver Skinner of Costa Mesa, Calif. Arrangements are by Flintoft's Issaquah Funeral Home.

Barbara F. Laine
Barbara F. Laine, 55 of Fall City, died June 18 at University Hospital in Seattle. A memorial service will be at 11 a.m. June 23 at Flintofts Issaquah Funeral Home. A reception will follow at the Issaquah Elks. Mrs. Laine was born icon on May 21, 1945, in San Angelo, Texas, the daughter of Sidney and Alyne Jones. She was raised in Texas and graduated from high School in Dreau, France. She married icon Frank E. Laine on June 13, 1964, in San Angelo. They moved to Issaquah in 1964 and then to Fall City in 1974. She was a senior claim representative for Farmers Insurance Group of Companies. She was a member of Emblem Club of the Issaquah Elks and the Issaquah Guild of Childrens Hospital, and volunteered for the March of Dimes. Survivors include her husband of Fall City; a brother, Tommy Jones,of Orlando, Fla.; and a sister, Kay Billingsley of San Antonio, Texas. Remembrances may be made to the Elks National Foundation, c/o Issaquah Elks No. 2546, 765 Rainier Blvd. N., Issaquah, WA 98027, or the Children's Hospital Foundation, P.O. Box 5371, Seattle, WA 98105. Friends are invited to sign the family's on-line guestbook at www.flintofts.com. Arrangements are by Flintoft's Issaquah Funeral Home.

Samantha E. Lehr
A gathering of family friends in memory of Samantha E. Lehr, 36, of Issaquah, will be at noon on June 24, 2000 at her mother's home in Snohomish. Ms. Lehr died at Overlake Hospital in Bellevue on June 18. Ms. Lehr was born icon on May 12, 1964, in Lodi, Calif., the daughter of Wilbur and Shirley Lehr. She was raised in Lodi where she graduated from Tokay High School. In the fall of 1992 she moved to Washington and later to Issaquah. Ms. Lehr worked as a nurses aid at Mt. Si Transitional Health Center in North Bend for a few years, and prior to her death she was working as a home health care aid. In her leisure time she enjoyed doing needle point, gardening and was an avid reader. Ms. Lehr is survived by her mother and step-father, Shirley and Randy Schmit of Snohomish; a brother, William Schmit of Lodi, Calif.; a sister, Renee Ferreira of Bothell; and longtime companion Michael Geels of Issaquah. The family suggests remembrances to the American Cancer Society, NCICFUL, P.O. Box 102454, Atlanta, Ga., 30368-2454. Family and friends are invited to sign the family's on-line guest book at www.flintofts.com. Arrangements are by Flintoft's Issaquah Funeral Home.

John "Jack" W. Reid
John "Jack" W. Reid, 79, of Issaquah, died on June 13, 2000, in Bellevue. A funeral service was held on June 16, 2000, at Flintoft's Issaquah Funeral Home. Burial with military honors followed at Tahoma National Cemetery icon in Kent. Mr. Reid was born icon on May 25, 1921 in Boynton, Florida, the son of John and Beatrice Reid. He married icon Eva G. Tanner April 19, 1944, in Seattle. He served with the United States Army and Navy from 1940 to 1945. The family moved to Issaquah in 1963. Mr. Reid was a member of the 41st Infantry Division Association, Seattle Chapter and the Issaquah Elks. He was a retired Colonel and life member of the Army Reserve National Guard Officers Association. He retired from Boeing in 1986. Survivors include his wife of Issaquah; daughters Terry Landis of Pacific; Sharon Benoit of Moss Beach, Calif., Jackie Wallace of Charlotte, N.C. and Louise Bursey, of Auburn; brother Dave Reid of Coeur D'Alene, Idaho; sisters Frances Cole of Coeur D Alene, Idaho, Camille Simon of Silverdale, Mary Folden of Missoula, Mont. and Delores Reid of Escondido, Calif.; 10 grandchildren and two great grandchildren. Remembrances are suggested to the Diabetes Association or a favorite charity. Friends are invited to sign the family's on-line guest book at www.flintofts.com. Arrangements are by Flintoft's Issaquah Funeral Home.

Shelly E. Soltis
A memorial service for Shelly E. Soltis, 40, formerly of North Bend, will be at 11 a.m. on June 24, 2000 at Flintofts Issaquah Funeral Home. She died on June 16 in Ocala, Fla., after a long illness. Ms. Soltis was born icon on Oct. 15, 1959, in Glendale, Calif. She moved with her family in 1972 to the Snoqualmie Valley, where she attended school in Carnation and North Bend. She moved to Florida in 1985. She was preceded in death by her father, George Hill,in 1993. Survivors include her mother, Rose E. Hill of Pahrump, Nev.; three sisters, Diane Link of Spokane, Cheri Schmitt of Port Angeles and Sharon Day of Spokane; and four brothers, Steve Robinson of Duvall, Terry Hill of North Bend, Randy Hill of Kirkland and Mort Hill of Columbia Falls, Mont. Friends are invited to sign the family's on-line guestbook at www.flintofts.com. Arrangements are by Flintoft's Issaquah Funeral Home.

Agnes M. Beers
Agnes M. Beers, 86, of Seattle, died on July 4, 2000, at home following a long battle with Parkinsons Disease. Mrs. Beers, the daughter of Ole Haglund and Maria Liljemark Haglund, was born icon on Jan. 20, 1914, in Sweden. She immigrated with her family to America in 1914, settling in Preston. She attended school in Preston and graduated from Issaquah High School in 1932. Following graduation she married icon her high school sweetheart, George L. Beers, who preceded her in death in 1989. The couple lived in the West Seattle area for many years before moving to the Burien area. They returned to west Seattle in 1987. Mrs. Beers was active in Eastern Star, Amaranth, White Shrine and Rainbow Girls. She was a charter member of Crown Chapter No. 249, OES, and served as Worthy Matron in 1969, initiating the custom of the Traveling Jewel. She represented Crown Chapter as a grand officer in 1970 and 1972, served on the Rainbow Board for Southgate and West Seattle Assemblies, and received the Grand Cross of Colors in the International Order of Rainbow. Mrs. Beers was an active member of the Boulevard Park Presbyterian Church, serving as deaconess, Sunday school teacher, organist and youth leader. She was involved with her daughters in Girl Scouts and school activities. Her family always came first. In the last few years, due to failing health, Mrs. Beers was house bound, but she continued to enjoy her roses and her family. She is survived by two daughters, Mona Valley and husband Carl of West Seattle and Marla Osinski and husband Patrick of Chatham, N.J.; brother Harold Haglund and wife Cecelia of Federal Way; grandson Ken Holland and wife Jennie; and two great grandsons. In keeping with her wishes, a private graveside service was held. Family and friends are invited to sign the family's online guest book at www.flintofts.com. Arrangements are by Flintoft's Issaquah Funeral Home.

Elsie M. Engeset
Elsie M. Engeset, 88, of Seattle, formerly of Issaquah and Vashon Island, died Friday, June 30, 2000. A memorial service was held July 6 at Providence Mount St. Vincent Nursing Center in Seattle. Mrs. Engeset was born icon on Nov. 17, 1911 in Seattle, the daughter of Frank and Julia Wicklund. She was raised in Seattle where she graduated from high school and business college. On June 12, 1937, she married icon John Carlson. They made their home in Enumclaw where they raised their family. Mrs. Carlson was employed as an office secretary for Gunderson Furniture. Following her husband's retirement they built a home on Vashon Island. In 1984, she married icon Eric Engeset, also of Vashon Island. The couple were members of Vashon Lutheran Church. They moved to Providence Point on Feb. 21, 1985, and later became members of Sammamish Hills Lutheran Church. She was preceded in death by Mr. Carlson in 1980 and by Mr. Engeset in 1998. Mrs. Engeset is survived by son Gary Carlson of Vashon Island; daughter Julie Winecoff of Marysville; brothers Gunnar Wicklund of Bainbridge Island and Carl Wicklund of Seattle; five grandchildren and five great grandchildren. Arrangements are by Flintoft's Issaquah Funeral Home.

Earl Thomas Gibson
Earl Thomas Gibson, 88, died July 2, 2000, after a short illness. A memorial service was held July 7 at University Presbyterian Church in Seattle. Mr. Gibson, a descendent of the Gibson family that settled in Issaquah in the 1880s, was born icon on Aug. 3, 1911, in Seattle. He lived in Issaquah in the early 1920s on his grandfather's farm. He graduated from Ballard High School in 1930 and the University of Washington in 1934. Mr. Gibson served in the U.S. Navy during World War II and the Korean Conflict. He retired with the rank of commander. Mr. Gibson was a partner in Gibson-Soots, a men's clothing business on the site now occupied by Bellevue Square. He was an avid traveler and has visited all of the continents and nearly every country in the world. He was a member of the University Presbyterian Church, the Nile Temple and past president of the Kiwanis Club in Seattle. He was preceded in death by his son, Richard. Survivors include brother Warren E. Gibson and wife Ruth of Seattle. Friends are invited to sign the families online guest book at www.flintofts.com. Arrangements are by Flintofts Issaquah Funeral Home.

John Kauzlarich
John Kauzlarich, 86, of Renton, died on July 3, 2000, in Kent. A rosary was held July 6 at Faull-Stokes Mortuary. A funeral mass was held July 7 at St. Anthony Catholic Church with a burial following at Greenwood Memorial Park. Mr. Kauzlarich was born icon on May 29, 1914, in Roslyn. He worked as a mechanic until his retirement in 1978. He was a member of St. Anthony Catholic Church and the Croatian Fraternal Union of America Lodge. In his leisure hours, Mr. Kauzlarich enjoyed smiling and making friends. He also liked hunting, fishing, golfing and watching sports, especially baseball. Survivors include sons David Kauzlarich, Vince Kauzlarich and Larry Kauzlarich of Kent, John Kauzlarich of Seattle, Steve Kauzlarich of Duvall, and Tom Kauzlarich of Renton; daughters Judy Jarvis and Chris Troy of Renton, Barbara Trube of Idaho Falls, Idaho, and Mary Laliberte of Kent; sister Olga Arnone of Renton; 31 grandchildren; and 19 great-grandchildren. Arrangements are by Faull-Stokes Mortuary.

John Kelly
A memorial service for John Kelly, 85, of Issaquah, will be at 2 p.m. July 16 at Kelly Ranch in Issaquah. An Irish wake follows from 2:30-8 p.m. Mr. Kelly died peacefully at home on July 9, 2000, from a stroke. He was born icon on Nov. 27, 1914, in Lisbon, Ireland. He arrived in the United States in 1924 at 10 years old. He married icon Violet O. Fredrickson on March 15, 1945, in Clarkston. The family lived in West Seattle, where he worked as a bread salesman for Golden Rule and Langendorf/Wonderbread. In 1957, the family moved to four acres in Issaquah adjacent to Sunset Elementary School. This is the original location of Kelly Ranch, started in 1960. In 1970, the ranch was moved to its present location on Renton- Issaquah Road. Mr. Kelly's favorite pasttime was creating lasting friendships with people who came from all over the world to visit the Kelly Ranch. He officially retired in 1990 at age 75. At age 74, he took a trip to Ireland to visit his old family home and to look up old friends. In his leisure time he enjoyed his morning coffee with the boys at Issaquah Cafe, and lunch - 11:30 a.m. sharp - was spent at his favorite restaurant where he enjoyed socializing. He was preceded in death by two brothers, Arthur in 1978 and Martin in 1985. Mr. Kelly is survived by his wife; daughters Colleen Kelly Kronk of West Seattle, Nancy Kelly of Bellevue and Teresa Bradley of Issaquah; sons Danny Kelly of Snoqualmie Pass and David Kelly of Issaquah; eight grandchildren and four great grandchildren. Remembrances may be made to Evergreen Hospice and Children's Hospital Foundation. Friends are invited to sign the family's online guestbook at www.flintofts.com. Arrangements are by Flintoft's Issaquah Funeral Home.

Lucille A. Erickson
Lucille A. Erickson, 95, of Issaquah, died on July 21, 2000, at the Issaquah Care Center from heart disease. A funeral service was July 25 at Flintoft's Issaquah Funeral Home. Private entombment was at Sunset Hills Memorial Park in Bellevue. Mrs. Erickson was born icon on May 12, 1905 in Glenwood, Minn., the daughter of Herman and Jeannette Berry. She was raised in Glenwood and graduated from Glenwood High School. She graduated from Mankato Teachers College. She started her teaching career in 1929 in a one-room school house in Glenwood. She married icon Gaehart Erickson on July 1, 1929, in Windom, Minn. She continued teaching in Windom until 1942, when the family moved to Seattle. The family moved to West Lake Sammamish in 1943 and she started teaching in Medina in 1944. She taught at Clyde Hill until 1970, when she retired. Mrs. Erickson enjoyed singing in church choirs both in Minnesota and Bellevue, gardening, reading and spending time with her family. Survivors include son Rodney Erickson, of Issaquah; sister Dora Bowden of Lodi Calif.; three grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. Friends are invited to sign the family's online guestbook at www.flintofts.com. Arrangements are by Flintoft's Issaquah Funeral Home.

Georganna P. Green
Georganna P. Green, 70, of Bellevue, died on July 12, 2000, at Evergreen Hospital Medical Center in Kirkland. A memorial service was July 15 at Flintoft's Issaquah Funeral Home. Ms. Green was born icon on Nov. 14, 1929, in Los Angeles, Calif., the daughter of Phillip and Ella Green. She was raised in Pasadena and Santa Barbara, Calif. She received a bachelor of arts degree from the University of New Mexico. In 1969, Ms. Green moved to the Bellevue area, where she raised her four children. In her leisure time Ms. Green enjoyed spending time with her children and grandchildren, attending the ballet and other fine-art programs. She also enjoyed playing bingo and visiting casinos. Survivors include daughter Susan Roselle of North Bend; sons Mark Fleisch of Redmond, David Fleisch of Kirkland and Scott Fleisch of Issaquah; brother Tom Green of Del Mar, Calif.; and five grandchildren. Remembrances are suggested to the Pacific Northwest Ballet, 301 Mercer, Seattle, WA., 98109. Arrangements are by Flintoft's Issaquah Funeral Home.

Marlene P. Lazzeri
Marlene P. Lazzeri, 46, of Issaquah, died on July 13, 2000, at Evergreen Hospice in Kirkland following a long bout with cancer. A celebration of her life was July 17 at Flintoft's Issaquah Funeral Home. Ms. Lazzeri was born icon on June 14, 1954, in Stockton, Calif., the daughter of Albert and Jacqueline Lazzeri. In 1964 her family moved to Gilroy, Calif., where she continued her schooling and graduated from Gilroy High School. She married icon Joseph Rodney Mueller in Morgan, Calif. They settled in Stockton. In 1980, she moved to San Jose and later to Grass Valley where she worked in sales for several different service-oriented businesses. She moved to Issaquah in 1993 and worked in computer sales. In her leisure hours Ms. Lazzeri enjoyed home decorating, running, biking, hiking and weight lifting. She also enjoyed travel and spending time with her family. Survivors include her parents of San Jose, Calif.; son Joshua Mueller of Bothell; daughter Jennifer Mueller of Issaquah; brother Craig Lazzeri of Auburn; and sister Charmaine Pokriots of San Jose, Calif. Remembrances are suggested to the Evergreen Health Care Foundation, 12910 Totem Lake Blvd., Suite 200 Kirkland, WA 98034. Arrangements are by Flintoft's Issaquah Funeral Home.

Ruth H. Sweney
Ruth H. Sweney, 89, of Issaquah, died on July 22, 2000, at Overlake Hospital Medical Center in Bellevue. At her request no services were held. She was born icon on Dec. 10, 1910, in Lorain, Ohio, the daughter of J.H. and Flossie Hogan. She was raised and attended school in the Midwest. She married icon Fred Sweney on June 13, 1937, in Wellington, Ohio. In the early 1950's she and her family moved to Sarasota, Fla., where they settled and raised their family. She was a homemaker while her husband worked as a noted wildlife artist and teacher at the Ringling School of Art. In 1980 they moved to Issaquah. She was preceeded in death by her husband in 1996. She is survived by son Bill Sweney of Duvall; granddaughter Shawna Sweney of Pompano Beach, Fla.; and grandson Greg Sweney of Seattle. Arrangements are by Flintoft's Issaquah Funeral Home.

Keith Floyd Warden
Keith Floyd Warden, 44, died on July 15, 2000, in Ketchikan, Alaska. A memorial service was held on July 20 in Ketchikan. Mr. Warden was born icon on Nov. 17, 1955, in Seattle and grew up in Issaquah. A 1974 Issaquah High School graduate, he was an all-state wrestling champion and earned an athletic scholarship to the University of Washington, where he was a member of Sigma Chi fraternity. Mr. Warden moved to Alaska in the late 1980s. He logged in the southeast, crabbed in the Bering Sea, fished commercially, and finally settled in Ketchikan and became a carpenter. He was a general contractor and co-owner of Alaska Acoustical with his longtime friend, Brad Holm. In his leisure hours, Mr. Warden enjoyed martial arts and spending time with his family and friends. He was sensei of the Ketchikan Judo Club and assisted teaching judo to the Kayhi Wrestling Team. Survivors include his longtime partner Dorene Demmert; sons Brandon and Colton Warden; stepson Chris of Alaska; stepdaughter Vanessa of Alaska; parents Herman and LaNell Warden; and grandmother Dolly Firestone. Remembrances are suggested to the Keith Warden Surviving Children's Fund, c/o National Bank of Alaska, 2415 Tongass Ave., Ketchikan, Alaska 99901. 

 Hjormund Kummen
Hjormund Kummen, 84, of Issaquah died on July 28 [2000] at Overlake Hospital Medical Center in Bellevue. A memorial service for Mr. Kummen will be at 2 p.m., Aug. 3, 2000, at the Eastridge Christian Assembly, 5025 Issaquah-Pine Lake Rd. S.E. He was born icon Feb. 6, 1916, in Nordberg, Gudbransdal, Norway, the son of Gregor and Ragna Kummen. He was raised and attended school in Norway. In 1938, he graduated from the Swedish Technical School with a degree in mechanical engineering. Following college he joined the Royal Norwegian Air Force as a Sergeant Mechanic. During the German occupation of Norway, Mr. Kummen was captured twice and escaped each time; his second escape lead him through Russia to Canada. In Canada he was stationed in Toronto where Lt. Kummen trained as a pilot. While there, he also met his future bride, Charlotte Robinson. On March 11, 1944, they were married icon in Toronto. In 1946, they returned to Norway. Two years later, they returned to Canada, where he took a position with the Canadian Department of Defense. In 1959, the family moved to Issaquah, where they settled on Cougar Mountain. Mr. Kummen worked for Pacific Car and Foundry, retiring in 1982 as a design engineer. In his leisure time he enjoyed travel, especially to Norway, reading, and spending time with his family. Survivors include his wife of Issaquah; son Jon Kummen of Fall City; daughters Rondi Martin of Pasadena, Calif., and Nancy Kummen of Issaquah; sisters Ronaug and Gudrun of Norway; and one grandson, Christopher Kummen. Remembrances may be made to Eastside Fire & Rescue. Friends are invited to sign the family's on-line guest book at www.flintofts.com. Arrangements are under the direction of Flintoft's Issaquah Funeral Home.

Holly Marie McDougal
Holly Marie McDougal, 18, of Issaquah, died on Aug. 7, 2000, near Preston, from injuries sustained in an auto accident. A funeral service was held on Aug. 12 at Flintoft's Issaquah Funeral Home. Miss McDougal was born icon on June 6, 1982, in Minneapolis, Minn. At the age of 6, she and her family moved to Renton. In 1992 they moved to Issaquah where she attended Issaquah High School and worked for several local businesses. Survivors include her parents Rick and Barbara Kuecker of Issaquah; brothers Steve McDougal of Minneapolis, Minn., and David and Robert McDougal of Issaquah; and numerous other family members. Friends are invited to sign the family's on-line guest book at www.flintofts.com. Arrangements are by Flintoft's Issaquah Funeral Home.

Melvin G. Swanson
Melvin G. Swanson, 78, of Issaquah, died on August 6, 2000, at Valley Medical Center in Renton. A graveside committal service with military honors was held on Aug. 10 at the Maple Valley-Hobart Cemetery. Mr. Swanson was born icon on Feb. 13, 1922, in Hobart, the son of John and Emma Swanson. He was raised in Hobart and graduated from Tahoma High School in 1940. During World War II he served in the U.S. Army-Air Corp. On May 28, 1948, he married icon Ilene Malmassari in Seattle. They moved to Issaquah (Lake Sammamish) in 1948. During the Korean Conflict he was a radio operator in the Merchant Marine. Mr. Swanson was a truck driver for Graystone in Seattle, Kent and Bellevue. He was Post Commander for Albert Larson Post #3436 VFW in Issaquah. Survivors include his wife of Issaquah; son Jim Swanson of Issaquah; daughter Carol Benn of Spanaway; five grandsons; and one nephew. He was preceded in death by son Robert Swanson in 1997. Remembrances are suggested to Friends of Orthopedic Research and Education for Sarcoma Research, c/o Dr. Ernest Conrad, University of Washington, Box 356500, 1959 NE Pacific St. Seattle, WA 98195-6500. Friends are invited to sign the family's on-line guestbook at www.flintofts.com Arrangements are by Flintoft's Issaquah Funeral Home.

Lenora June Wurtz
Lenora June Wurtz, 74, of Issaquah, died on July 31, 2000, of heart failure. A memorial service will be held on Sept. 2 at the lower pavilion at CCC Lake in Perry, Okla. In case of inclement weather the service will be held at the First Baptist Church of Perry. There will be a private internment at Grace Hill Cemetery., Mrs. Wurtz was born icon on April 11, 1926, in Oklahoma City, Okla., the daughter of Horace and Harriet Tefteller. She graduated from Perry HIgh School in 1943 where she was football queen and a member of the school marching band. Mrs. Wurtz attended A&M University. She was an active member of the Presbyterian Church and volunteered in numerous youth groups. Survivors include daughter Sandra Sue Wurtz of Alexandria, Va.; son William Wurtz of Issaquah; uncle Earl Van Bebber of Tracy, Calif.; numerous cousins; and her former husband of Joplin, Mo. Family and friends are invited to sign the family's on-line guest book and photo memorial at www.flintofts.com. Arrangements are by Flintoft's Issaquah Funeral Home.

Paul Lee Citron
Paul Lee Citron, 55, formerly of Issaquah, died on Aug. 14, 2000, at his home in Ellisforde. A private family memorial service was conducted. Mr. Citron was born icon on Nov. 28, 1944, in Sharon, N.D. He was raised in Seattle, and moved to Issaquah to raise his family. Eventually he moved to Ellisforde to share his retirement dream of orchard ranching with his wife, Patricia. Mr. Citron was preceded in death by his father. Survivors include his wife; mother Myrtle Rose Citron; sister Midge Hanson; children Jon, Andy, Eric, Christine, James and Sean; and seven grandchildren.

Grace Wills Gunning
Grace Wills Gunning, 83, of Bellevue, died on Aug. 18, 2000 at the Issaquah Care Center. At her request no services will be held. Mrs. Gunning was born icon on March 16, 1917 in Murphy, N.C., the daughter of Marshall and Grace Bell. She was raised in Murphy and graduated from Murphy High School at the age of 16. She graduated from North Carolina Women's College in Greensboro, N.C., and was a member of Phi Beta Kappa. She married icon Harvey Dade Gunning on Sept. 1, 1937 in Murphy. Her family remembers that she most enjoyed homemaking, entertaining, reading and the opera. She moved to Kirkland in 1978 and to Bellevue in 1988. She was preceded in death by her husband in 1983. She is survived by daughters Mary W. Wacker of Issaquah and Sarah Gunning Moser of Bellevue; son Dade Gunning of Corpus Christi, Texas; sister Mary Frances Hazelman of Greensboro, N.C.; and two grandchildren. Remembrances may be made to Seattle Opera Association, Visiting Nurse Services or Home Instead. Friends are invited to sign the family's on-line guestbook at http://flintofts.com/ Arrangements are by Flintoft's Issaquah Funeral Home.

Debra K. (Chevalier) Harkey
Debra K. Harkey, 47, of Issaquah, died of pneumonia on Aug. 17, 2000, at Evergreen Hospital Medical Center in Kirkland. A memorial service was Aug. 21, 2000, at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Issaquah. A reception followed at the Issaquah F.O.E. Mrs. Harkey was born icon on Dec. 16, 1952 in Renton. She was raised in Issaquah and graduated from Issaquah High School in 1971. She was a member of Issaquah F.O.E. No. 3054 ladies auxiliary, and the Issaquah Elks No. 2546. Mrs. Harkey is survived by her husband Dan of Issaquah; son David Bingham, of Issaquah; parents Kay and Dave Chevalier of Issaquah; brothers Bill and Gary Chevalier, both of Issaquah; and one nephew. Remembrances may be made to Eastside Fire & Rescue, 175 Newport Way N.W., Issaquah, WA 98027. Friends are invited to sign the family's on-line guestbook at http://flintofts.com/ Arrangements are by Flintoft's Issaquah Funeral Home. Vernon Lawrence Paulson Vernon Lawrence Paulson, 83, of Seattle, died on Aug. 17, 2000, at Providence Mt. St. Vincent in Seattle. An open house will be held at the family home from 2-6 p.m. Aug. 26. Mr. Paulson was born icon on June 19, 191, in Edgecomb. He was a veteran of World War II, and went on to work for the U.S. Postal Service in West Seattle until his retirement in 1975. He and his wife, Edna, were married icon for 54 years. Mr. Paulson was a member of the Ark Masonic Lodge No. 126 F&AM for 58 years. He also was a Shriner. In his leisure hours, Mr. Paulson enjoyed fishing, motor-homing, gardening and relaxing at Lake Limerick with his family. Mr. Paulson was preceded in death by his son, Greg. Survivors include his wife of Seattle; daughters Lynn Randolph and her husband Brian of Renton, and Gail Gagner and her husband Cal of Renton; seven grandchildren and one great-grandson. Remembrances are suggested to the Shriner's Hospital. Arrangements are by Howden-Kennedy Funeral Home.

Eleanor A. Stangler
Eleanor A. Stangler, 64, of Shelton, formerly of North Bend, died on Aug. 13, 2000. A memorial mass was Aug. 17 at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Issaquah. Mrs. Stangler was born icon on March 15, 1936 in LaMoure, N. D., the daughter of Lewis and Hazel Maddocks. She was raised in Lisbon, N.D., where she graduated from high school. She also attended Valley City Teachers College. She married icon David W. Stangler on Nov. 19, 1957, in Lisbon. Mrs. Stangler worked in several occupations, her last being a caregiver. In her leisure hours, she enjoyed cooking, baking and spending time with her children and grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband on June 27, 1997. Survivors include son Michael Stangler of Shelton; daughters Patricia Berg of Auburn, Kathleen Bennett of Marysville, Sarah Smith of Woodinville, and Elaine Stangler of Issaquah; sister Dorothy Erickson of Gig Harbor; brother John Maddocks of Minnesota; 11 grandchildren and two great grandchildren. Friends are invited to sign the family's on-line guestbook at http://flintofts.com/ Arrangements are by Flintoft's Issaquah Funeral Home.

John W. Ward
John W. Ward, 51, of Issaquah, died on Aug. 16, 2000, at Evergreen Hospital Medical Center in Kirkland. At his request, no services were held. Mr. Ward was born icon on May 26, 1949 in Issaquah, the son of Vaughn and Phyllis Ward. He was raised in Issaquah and graduated from Issaquah High School in 1967. He became employed by Pacific Northwest Bell and retired in 1999 following 30 years of service. He married icon Vicki Lynn Rowe in Bellevue in 1988. They made their home in Issaquah. Mr. Ward enjoyed hunting, fishing and making spaghetti for the trips. He was preceded in death his mother, Phyllis, in 1999. Mr. Ward is survived by his wife of Kent; sons Bill and Craig; father Vaughn of Issaquah; sisters Yvonne Reilly of Snohomish and Merrily Miramontez of Renton; and numerous extended family. Friends are invited to sign the family's on-line guestbook at http://flintofts.com/ Arrangements are by Flintoft's Issaquah Funeral Home.

Adeline M. Donaldson
Adeline M. Donaldson of Issaquah, died on Aug. 25, 2000 at The Care Center at Kelsey Creek. She was 91. A memorial gathering of family and friends will be at 6 p.m. Sept. 10. Please contact Lu Clay at 392-1444 for details. Mrs. Donaldson was born icon on Oct. 13, 1908 in Princeton, Minn., the daughter of John and Ida Arnhold. She was raised near Princeton, where she attended schools. Prior to moving to Issaquah in 1957 she resided in California for 20 years. Mrs. Donaldson worked for Clampitts Cleaners in Issaquah and the Clothes Rack Cleaners in Bellevue. In her leisure time she enjoyed fishing, crocheting, gardening and yard work. She was a member of TOPS. Mrs. Donaldson is survived by one son, Joseph J. Carlson of Sparta, Tenn.; sisters Marjorie Snow of Jackson, Minn., Verna Ady of Zimmerman, Minn., and Ida Mae Haugen of Minneapolis, Minn.; one grandson, two granddaughters and numerous great-grandchildren. Arrangements are by Flintoft's Issaquah Funeral Home.

Jeanne M. LaCasse
Jeanne M. LaCasse, 51, of Issaquah, died on Aug. 22, 2000 at home. A memorial service was held on Aug. 25 at Flintoft's Issaquah Funeral Home. Miss LaCasse was born icon on Feb. 11, 1949 in Missoula, Mont., the daughter of Pierre and Ruth LaCasse. She was raised in Spokane and moved to Issaquah in 1988. She was a resident of Love and Care Adult Family Home. Survivors include her sister Angele Healy of Issaquah; two nieces Katherine MacDougall and Jennifer Wilson; and special friend Roger Clemmons. Remembrances may be made to Hospice of Seattle or American Lung Association. Arrangements are by Flintoft's Issaquah Funeral Home.

Albert Starrett
Albert Starrett, 68, of Issaquah, died on Aug. 28, 2000 at Overlake Hospital in Bellevue. A time of visitation will be from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Aug. 30 at Flintoft's Issaquah Funeral Home. A gathering of family and friends will be at 1:30 p.m. on Sept. 2 at the home of Donna and Frank DeRosa, 14108 241st Pl. S.E. in Issaquah. A full obituary will follow in The Issaquah Press. Arrangements are by Flintoft's Issaquah Funeral Home.

Rex P. Seil
Rex P. Seil, 77, of Maple Valley, passed away suddenly in Conconully, Wash., while on a fishing trip. Mr. Seil was born icon on Sept. 5, 1922 in a log cabin on Tiger Mountain near Issaquah, the son of Edward and Josephine Seil. He was raised in Issaquah and graduated from Issaquah High School. He was known as the "sparkplug" of the high school football team. During World War II he served in the U.S. Navy. On April 12, 1946 he married icon Joyce M. Booren in Issaquah. Mr. Seil served as a chairman of the Issaquah Labor Day Parades. He also served as town marshall of Issaquah in the late 1940's. He retired from King County Department of Public Works as a foreman in 1984. The family lived in Issaquah until 1989. In his leisure time he enjoyed fishing, hunting, golf, and traveling. Survivors include his wife Joyce; son Edward Seil of Fall City; daughter Nancy Seil of Woodinville; three brothers, Walt and Jack Seil, both of Issaquah, and Chet Seil of Hoquiam; two sisters, Keturah Ward of Casa Grande, Ariz., and Mabel Junevitch of Hobart; and three grandchildren. Remembrances may be made to charity of your choice. A funeral service will be held 11 a.m. Sept. 6 at Flintoft's Issaquah Funeral Home. A committal service will follow at 1 p.m. at Tahoma National Cemetery icon in Kent. Friends are invited to sign the family's online guestbook at www.flintofts.com Arrangements are by Flintoft's Issaquah Funeral Home.

Caroline L. Shope
Caroline L. Shope, 96, of Bellevue, died on Aug. 25, 2000, in Bellevue. Private family services were held. Mrs. Shope was born icon on June 27, 1904, in Minot, N. D., the daughter of Charles and Katherine Lehnert. When she was very young the family moved to Corvallis, Ore., where she was raised and attended schools. She married icon Herman A. Shope in 1923 in Corvallis. They made their home in Oregon. Mrs. Shope worked as a book binder first starting in her family's business and later worked for several book binding firms including the University of California and the University of Washington. She retired to Washington to be near her family. In her leisure hours Mrs. Shope was an avid reader, and she enjoyed gardening, sewing and crotcheting. Survivors include daughter Lois Peterson of Issaquah; a granddaughter and grandson; five great grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. Family and friends are invited to sign the family's online guest book at www.flintofts.com. Arrangements are by Flintoft's Issaquah Funeral Home.

Albert Starrett
Mr. Albert Starrett, 68, of Issaquah, died Aug. 28, 2000 at Overlake Hospital in Bellevue. A gathering of family and friends was held on Sept. 2. Mr. Starrett was born icon on Sept. 30, 1931 in Seattle, the son of Albert and Faith Starrett. He was raised in Seattle, where he graduated from high school. Mr. Starrett served in the U.S. Air Force. He owned and operated Al Starrett Painting in Bellevue and also was a wallpaper hanger. He was a resident of Bellevue for many years prior to moving to Issaquah in 1990. In his leisure time Mr. Starrett enjoyed fishing and boating. Mr. Starrett is survived by two sons, David of Sammamish and Daniel of Renton; three grandchildren and his long time friend Bonnie Mathison of Issaquah. Arrangements are by Flintoft's Issaquah Funeral Home.

Marjorie M. Arnold
Marjorie M. Arnold, 62, died on Aug. 12, 2000, at a care center in Las Vegas. Graveside services were held at Palm Valley View Memorial Park in Las Vegas. She was born icon on Nov. 3, 1937, in Medhow. A retired hairdresser, she was a two-year resident of Las Vegas and a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. In her leisure hours Mrs. Arnold enjoyed crocheting, needlepoint, camping, and canning fruits and vegetables. Survivors include daughters S. Renee Hoban and Ruth Adams, both of Las Vegas; son Jimmy Warden of Washington; mother and stepfather Lorraine Graver-Davidson and Forest Davidson of Issaquah; sisters Pauline James and Alice Donnet, both of Seattle; brothers Charles Graver of Ellensburg, and Walter Graver of Spokane; and five grandchildren. Remembrances are suggested to the Diabetes Association or the Multiple Sclerosis Society. Arrangements are by Palm Mortuary-Eastern.

Robert D. Besecker Sr.
Robert D. Besecker Sr., 74, of Issaquah, died on Sept. 1, 2000, at Overlake Hospital in Bellevue. A memorial service was held on Sept. 6 at Flintoft's Issaquah Funeral Home. Mr. Besecker was born icon on Sept. 23, 1925, in Laura, Ohio, the son of Lester and Treva Besecker. He was raised in Ainsworth Hot Springs, British Columbia, and graduated from Kaslo High School and Gonzaga University in Spokane. During World War II he served in the U.S. Army. He moved to Issaquah in 1960. Mr. Besecker retired from Boeing Co. in 1989 as an engineer after 33 years of service. In his leisure hours Mr. Besecker enjoyed playing bridge at the Renton Senior Center, traveling and spending time with his family. Survivors include sons Dana Besecker of Bellevue, Karl Besecker of Issaquah, Andrew Besecker of Deland, Fla.; daughter Pamela Reibnegger of Berwick, Australia; brother Dana Besecker of Spokane; and seven grandchildren. He was preceded in death by son Robert Dean Besecker Jr. on May 13, 1999. Remembrances are suggested to the American Heart Association. Friends are invited to sign the family's online guestbook at www.flintofts.com

Charlotte Gerber
Former Issaquah resident Charlotte Gerber, 80, of Roseville, Calif., died on Aug. 28, 2000. A memorial service will be held on Sept. 15 at Flintoft's Issaquah Funeral Home. Private inturnment was held at the Lower Hillside Cemetery. Ms. Gerber was born icon on Aug. 26, 1920, in Portland, Ore., the daughter of William and Violet Gerber. She was raised in Portland where she graduated from high school. For many years she was employed by Greenbergs and Sons as a receptionist in San Francisco. Later she worked for the federal government as a clerk. Ms. Gerber was known to be a person who thoroughly enjoyed cleaning her home. Survivors include daughters Patricia "Hartley" Graham of Bellevue, formerly of Issaquah, and Nancy Jennings of Roseville; son William Johnston of Roseville; seven granchildren; and 11 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by granddaughter Jodi Conwell in 1973. Remembrances are suggested to Roseville Hospice, 1836 Sierra Gardens Dr., Roseville, CA 95661. Family and friends are invited to sign the family's online guest book at www.flintofts.com.

Margaret A. Hanson
Margaret A. Hanson, 85, of Issaquah died on Sept. 1, 2000, at Mount Si Transitional Care Center in North Bend. At her request no services will be held. Mrs. Hanson was born icon on Feb. 5, 1915, in North Bend, the daughter of Isaiah and Margaret Sabean. She was raised in North Bend and graduated from North Bend High School. She married icon John M. Hanson in 1934 in Seattle. She moved to Issaquah in 1946. Survivors include sons Donald R. Hanson of Snoqualmie, and Robert A. Hanson of Spokane; sister Edith Kilby of Freemont, Calif.; 16 grandchildren; 19 great grandchildren; and 4 great great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband on June 16, 1974. Remembrances are suggested to the National Marfrans Foundation, 382 Main St., Port Washington, N.Y. 11050. Friends are invited to sign the family's online guestbook at www.flintofts.com Arrangements are by Flintoft's Issaquah Funeral Home.

Fred Hassler
Fred Hassler, 56, of Redmond, died on Sept. 4, 2000. Services were held on Sept. 10. Mr. Hassler was born icon on Aug. 17, 1944, in Phoenix, Ariz. He began teaching in the Issaquah School District in 1971. He most recently taught at Pine Lake Middle School. Survivors include his wife, Ann Killian of Redmond; daughters Cara and Marie Hassler of Redmond; mother Nell Hassler of California; and brother Jim Hassler of California. Remembrances are suggested to the "Benevolent Fund for the Education of Fred Hassler's Children" at Washington Mutual Bank. Arrangements are by Green's Funeral Home in Kirkland.

Hildred Jones
Hildred Jones, 85, of Issaquah, died on Aug. 29, 2000, at Overlake Hospital in Bellevue. At her request there were no services. Mrs. Jones was born icon on Aug. 27, 1915, in Seattle to Nils Olson and Hildi Karlin Olson. She graduated from West Seattle High School in 1935. She married icon Elmer Jones on March 23, 1940, in Seattle. They moved from Seattle to the East Lake Sammamish area in 1961. On March 23, 2000, they celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary. In her leisure hours, Mrs. Jones was an avid golfer and an artist in watercolor and oil painting. Survivors include her husband of Issaquah; brother Elmer Olson of Seattle; one niece and two nephews. Remembrances are suggested to the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center. Arrangements are by Flintoft's Issaquah Funeral Home.

Verne McCullough
Verne McCullough, 58, of Issaquah, died Sept. 3, 2000, at his home from an accident. Mr. McCullough was born icon on April 4, 1942, in Flint, Mich., the son of Vernon and Henrietta McCullough. He was raised in Flint and graduated from Southwestern High School and Michigan State University. He married icon Mary M. Howard, his high school sweetheart, on July 21, 1962, in Flint. He moved to Bellevue in 1967, and then to Issaquah in 1988. He was a self employed marketing consultant. He was a member of the Classic Chevy Club and the Seattle Yacht Club. In his leisure hours Mr. McCullough enjoyed working on his classic 1957 Chevrolet, gardening, camping, bicycling, reading, collecting Aladian Oil Lamps, service station and drag racing memorabilia, and spending time with wife and friends. Survivors include his wife of Issaquah. A reception in his memory was held on Sept. 9 at the home of Tom and Vickie Napier. Remembrances are suggested to Eastside Fire & Rescue, 175 Newport Way NW, Issaquah, WA, 98027 or Friends of Youth, 16225 N.E. 87th, Suite A6, Redmond WA 98052-3536. Friends are invited to sign the family's online guestbook at www.flintofts.com.

Carl E. Soderstrom
Carl E. Soderstrom, 92, of Issaquah, died on Sept. 4, 2000, at Overlake Hospital in Bellevue. A memorial service was held on Sept. 8 at Flintoft's Issaquah Funeral Home. A private burial was held at Preston Cemetery. Mr. Soderstrom was born icon on Aug. 29, 1908, in Bow, the son of Edward and Amanda Soderstrom. He was raised in Bow and moved to Issaquah (High Point) in 1922. He married icon Marcia Lee Holmberg on Sept. 18, 1948, in Seattle. During his working career he worked at a turkey ranch in Oregon, The Preston Mill, The Rockwood Corporation in Preston, and then the Issaquah School District from 1965 until his retirement in 1978. In his leisure time he enjoyed reading, traveling and spending time with his family. He was an active 72-year member of the Independent Order of Odd Fellows, and an active member of Trinity Evangelical Church of Issaquah. Survivors include his wife; son Edward (Ted) Soderstrom of Kootenai, Idaho; daughters Margaret Soderstrom of Issaquah, Linda Lund of La Vista, Neb.,and Jeanne Boyd of Seattle; brother Oscar Soderstrom of Yakima; and seven grandchildren. He was preceded in death by brother Gust Soderstrom on Dec. 24, 1984. Remembrances are suggested to the Union Gospel Mission in Seattle or Trinity Evangelical Church of Issaquah. Friends are invited to sign the family's online guestbook at www.flintofts.com

Frederick D. Wagner
Frederick D. Wagner, 87, of Issauqah, died on Sept. 1, 2000. A memorial serivce was held on Sept. 8 at the Sammamish Hills Presbyterian Church. Mr. Wagner was born icon on Oct. 27, 1912, in Amarillo, Texas, the son of Henry and Mary Wagner. He was raised in Kansas and graduated from the University of Kansas, a member of the Phi Delta Theta Fraternity. During World War II Mr. Wagner served in the Pacific Theater in the Navy, leaving the service as a Lt. Commander. Following the war he moved to Chicago where he met and married icon Florence Peterson. The next 18 years he and his wife lived in La Grange, Ill. with their son David, who was born icon in 1949. Mr. Wagner worked for Argonne National Laboratory as a mechanical engineer. They moved to the Pacific Northwest in 1971 where he did consultant work until his retirement. Following his retirement he and his wife traveled extensively. They were among the first families to move into Providence Point. Mr. Wagner performed volunteer work for Providence Point and Providence Point Kiwanis. He was a member of Sammamish Hills Presbyterian Church Survivors include son David of Honolulu; sister Dorothy Chase of Issaquah; and nephew Bill Chase of Eugene, Ore. He was preceded in death by his wife in 1994. The family suggests remembrances to the Providence Point Kiwanis. Arrangements are by Flintoft's Issaquah Funeral Home. 

 Grace Foose
Grace Foose, 92, of Issaquah, died Sept. 15, 2000, at Overlake Hospital Medical Center in Bellevue. At her request no services will be held. She was born icon on Feb. 10, 1908, in Auburn, N.Y., the daughter of Fred and Clara Roe. She was raised and attended schools in Auburn. Following high school she attended Cornell University in Ithaca, N.Y. After college she moved to Syracuse, N.Y., where she took a job for an insurance company. There she met her future husband, Frank Foose. They married icon on Sept. 5, 1930, in Syracuse. In 1934 they moved to Harrisburg, Penn., where they settled and raised their family. Mrs. Foose and her husband started a telephone answering service in Harrisburg, which she ran for several years before becoming a full-time homemaker. She later served on the Harrisburg School Board in the early 1950s. Mrs. Foose moved to Issaquah in September 1990 to live with her daughter, following the death of her husband of 60 years. She enjoyed discussions of civic affairs, playing bridge and spending timewith her family. Her family remembers her as a caring person with a wonderful sense of humor. She is survived by daughter Ann Dennis or Issaquah; son Alan Foose of South Africa; four grandchildren; and four great grandchildren. Arrangements are by Flintoft's Issaquah Funeral Home.

Carol Irene Bustad
Carol Irene Bustad, 42, a former Issaquah resident, died on Sept. 19, 2000, in Seattle. A celebration of her life will be held at 3 p.m. Oct. 1 at the Mount Vernon Church of the Nazarene, 2710 E. Fir, Mount Vernon. Ms. Bustad was born icon on Jan. 16, 1958. Her younger years were spent in Bothell, and in 1967 she moved to Issaquah where she graduated from Issaquah High School in 1976. She went on to attend Northwest Nazarene College in Nampa, Idaho. She moved to Mount Vernon in 1978 and went to work for the Boeing Co. where she was employed as a jig builder for the past 20 years. In 1982 she and her partner, Huey Ford, lived in the Kent area, and then moved to Shoreline in 1988. In her leisure hours Ms. Bustad enjoyed reading, crafts, camping, fishing, collecting dolls, water-color painting and spending time with her family. Survivors include long-time partner Huey Ford; mother Barbara Bustad; sisters Connie Christianson and Susan Gansler; and numerous nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers the family suggests remembrances to the Mount Vernon Church of the Nazarene Building Fund or a charity of choice. Arrangements are by Hawthorne Funeral Home and Memorial Park in Mount Vernon.

Jennie Anderson
Jennie Anderson, 99, of Issaquah, died on Oct. 3, 2000. A graveside service was Oct. 6 at the Lower Hillside Cemetery icon in Issaquah. Mrs. Anderson was born icon on Nov. 17, 1900, in Bessage, France, the daughter of Louis and Celeste Chevalier. At the age of five she and her family moved to Issaquah where she attended school. She married icon Guy Anderson on Dec. 24, 1920, in Issaquah. Mrs. Anderson was a member of the Rebekas and the Order of Eastern Star. She was preceded in death by her husband Guy in 1978, and son Donald in 1994. Survivors include sister Marie Kinnune of Aptos, Calif.; and two granddaughters. Arrangements are by Flintoft¹s Issaquah Funeral Home.

Carla D. Erickson Hackett
Former Issaquah resident Carla D. Erickson Hackett, 43, of Boise, Idaho, died on Oct. 1, 2000. Funeral services were Oct. 7 at the Vashon Lutheran Church on Vashon Island. Ms. Hackett graduated from Issaquah High School in 1975. Survivors include daughter Megan Hackett, of Boise; son Eric Hackett and his wife Lauren of Boise, Idaho; parents Pat and Frank Erickson of Vashon Island; sister Cheryl Vangeystel of Vashon Island; and brother Steve Erickson of Maple Valley.

Dianne Torrey
Former Issaquah resident Dianne Torrey, 57, of Covington, died Oct. 6, 2000, at home after a long battle with lung cancer. Funeral services were Oct. 10 at Flintoft¹s Issaquah Funeral Home. Mrs. Torrey was born icon Sept. 23, 1943, in Detroit, Mich., the daugher of Herbert and Florence Allen. She was raised and attended schools in Detroit and in Romulous, a Detriot suburb. After high school, she joined the U.S. Marine Corps, in which she proudly served. In 1984 Mrs. Torrey moved to Issaquah. On Aug. 17, 1985, she married icon Mark Joe Torrey in Issaquah. They lived here until 1993, when they moved to Covington, where they settled on seven acres. Mrs. Torrey worked with her husband at their restaurant, Mark¹s Place, located at the King County Courthouse in Seattle. In her leisure time, she enjoyed crafts, cooking, reading, mice collectables, and spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren. She also loved to work in her garden, which included her coveted roses.v Mrs. Torrey is survived by her husband, Mark Joe Torrey of Covington; her son, Richard Merrell of Renton; daughters Gloria Krommenhoek of Nampa, Idaho, and Chris Merrell of San Antonio, Texas; and five siblings and two grandchildren. The family suggests remembrances to the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center, 1124 Columbia St., Seattle, WA 98104-2092 Friends are invited to sign the family¹s online guestbook at www.flintofts.com. Arrangements are by Flintoft¹s Issaquah Funeral Home.

John Michael DiMaggio
John Michael DiMaggio, 66, of Issaquah, died on Oct. 9, 2000. A private family memorial was held. Survivors include his wife Marian of Issaquah; daughters Donna Bartholemew of Maple Valley, and Brenda Marsh of Kent; sons John DiMaggio of Monroe, and Marty DiMaggio of Bonney Lake; and sister Marianne Cane of Los Angeles.

Lawrence "Larry" S. Hampton
Lawrence "Larry" S. Hampton, of Issaquah, died on Oct. 15, 2000, at the Issaquah Care Center. He was 99. A reception in his memory is from 3-5 p.m. on Oct. 21, 2000 at the Issaquah Senior Center, 105 Second Ave N.E. Private inurnment was held at Hillside Cemetery. Mr. Hampton was born icon on Aug. 27, 1901 in LaCrosse, Wisc., the son of Lee and Mary Hampton. He was raised in LaCrosse and worked as a cow hand for 10 years in North Dakota where he met and married icon Lydia Wolfe on Jan. 7, 1929. The family moved to Issaquah in 1936, where he was a carpenter by occupation. In his leisure time he enjoyed fishing, spending time with his family, and lunches with his friends at the Issaquah Senior Center. He was preceded in death by his wife in 1976. Survivors include son Ken Hampton of Issaquah; daughters Eileen Justice of Seattle and Joan Malmassari of Issaquah; 11 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren. Remembrances may be made to Evergreen Hospice, 12910 Totem Lake Blvd N.E., Suite 200, Kirkland, WA 98034, or the Issaquah Senior Center, P.O. Box 786, Issaquah, WA 98027. Arrangements are by Flintoft's Issaquah Funeral Home. Friends are invited to sign the family's online guestbook at www.flintofts.com.

H. Delia Whitfield
A memorial service for H. Delia Whitfield, 79, of Issaquah, will be held at 11 a.m. on Oct. 29, 2000 at Flintoft's Issaquah Funeral Home. Mrs. Whitfield died on Oct. 15, 2000, at the Issaquah Care Center. She was born icon on Aug. 22, 1921 in Nampa, Idaho, the daughter of Nicholas and Pauline (Wasel) Susewind. She was raised in Nampa where she graduated from high school. On Nov. 6, 1946 she married icon Donald F. Whitfield in Seattle. They made their home in High Point in 1951. Mrs. Whitfield was a member of Century Chapter No. 66 Order of Eastern Star, was a Past Worthy Matron and currently served as treasurer. She served as chairman on the advisory board of Issaquah Assembly No. 54 Rainbow Girls and was awarded the Grand Cross of Color. She also was a member of the Gilman Rebekah Lodge No. 59, serving as Noble Grand at the time of her death. Mrs. Whitfield was a recipient of the Chivalry award, the highest honor of the Rebekah Lodge. In addition, Mrs. Whitfield was a member of the Issaquah Valley Grange No. 581, and was named Very Important Granger in 2000. Her memberships also included the Issaquah Orthopedic Guild and the Rhododendron Societies of Bellevue and Seattle. She was preceded in death by her husband on Aug. 5, 1982 and by son Michael in 1950. She is survived by son Nick of Issaquah, daughter Geneva A. Croft of Roseburg, Ore.; brother Omar Susewind of Redmond; three grandchildren; and two great-granchildren. The family suggests remembrances to Shrine Hospital, 3101 S.W. Sam Jackson Park Rd., Portland, OR 97201, or Children's Hospital Foundation, P.O. Box 537 MS CL-04, Seattle, WA 98105. Friends and family are invited to sign the family's online guestbook at www.flintofts.com.

John Robert "Bob" Sharp
John Robert "Bob" Sharp, 72, of Issaquah, died on Oct. 11, 2000, at Overlake Hospital in Bellevue. A graveside service was held on Oct.18 at the Lower Hillside Cemetery icon in Issaquah. Mr. Sharp was born icon on Aug. 3, 1928, in Seattle, the son of John and Ida Sharp. He was raised in Issaquah and graduated from Issaquah High School. He served in the U.S. Army during the Korean Conflict. Mr. Sharp owned and operated a service station at Front St. and Sunset Way in downtown Issaquah for several years, and later went to work as a mechanic for Stonebridge Chevrolet. He retired as a mechanic and a part time school bus driver for Issaquah School District. He was a member of the Issaquah Eagles. Survivors include son John Sharp of Kent; daughters Joan Teeter and Allison Sharp, both of North Bend, and Anne Chevalier of Issaquah; and four grandchildren. Friends are invited to sign the family's online guestbook at www.flintofts.com. Arrangements are by Flintoft's Issaquah Funeral Home.

Larry Anthony Drew
Larry Anthony Drew, 78, of Garden Grove, Calif., died on Sept. 2, 2000. Services were held on Sept. 13 at the Black Hills National Cemetery icon near Sturgis, S.D. Mr. Drew was born icon on Jan. 21, 1922, in Tappen N.D., the son of Robert and Garnet (Crumrine) Drew. Mr. Drew attended Jefferson High School in Westboro, Ohio. During World War II, he took a job at Pearl Harbor where his brother was serving in the Navy. They witnessed the Japanese attack on Dec. 7, 1941, and Mr. Drew continued his service on Guadalcanal, earning a Bronze Star medal. He married icon Margaret Miles in February of 1946 in Los Angeles. He attended University of California at Berkeley earning a bachelor's degree in agricultural economics. Survivors include his wife of Garden Grove, Calif.; daughter Mary Shustov of Sammamish; sons Rich Drew of Reno, Nev., and Rob Drew of Pleasanton, Calif.; and eight grandchildren.

Eilene Graham Kair
Eilene Graham Kair, 74, of Issaquah, died Oct. 18, 2000, in Kalispell, Mont. She was born icon on May 31, 1926 in Kalispell the daughter of Art and Mildred (Solderstrom) Smith. Mrs. Kair graduated from Flathead High School In Kalispell. She married icon Gerrold Graham on May 4, 1942. Mrs. Kair was widowed in 1959. She married icon Richard Kair in 1960, then moved their family to Eastern Washington. They later divorced, and she moved to Issaquah in 1963. Mrs. Kair began work for Sunstrand Data Control in 1971 and retired in 1992. Mrs. Kair enjoyed her grandchildren and her annual trips to Kalispell to visit her mother. She is a member of the Eagles, and is a registered member of the Salish Kooteni Tribe. During her younger years Mrs. Kair enjoyed all types of outdoor activities, working in her garden and yard and loved to crochet. She is survived by her mother Mildred Frach of Kalispell, Mont.; two sisters, Sharon Hawk of Kalispell, Mont. and Lois Enevold of Orfino, Idaho; brother Robert Frach Jr.; sons Gary Graham and his wife Marianne of Hoodsport, Wash., Dennis Graham and his wife Shirely of Demoines, Wash, and Danny Graham and his wife Elizabeth of Sammamish; 11 grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. Arrangements and cremation are under the direction of Johnson Mortuary & Crematory.

Opal Payne
Opal Payne, 88, of Issaquah, died Oct. 18, 2000, at the Issaquah Care Center. A gathering of family and friends is from 1-3 p.m. Oct. 28 at the Issaquah Senior Center. Mrs. Payne was born icon on Dec. 24, 1911 in Trenton, Texas, the daughter of Albert and Roxie Wood. She was raised in Calera, Okla., and graduated from Calera High School. On June 12, 1948 she married icon Herman Edward Payne in Galveston, Texas. Mrs. Payne lived in Clute, Texas before moving to Houston, where she resided for many years. In November 1986 she moved to Issaquah. She was a member of the O.E.S. in Clute, Texas, the Issaquah Senior Center, Rebekah Lodge in Issaquah, and the Bellevue Church of Christ. Mrs. Payne was preceded in death by her husband in 1980. Mrs. Payne is survived by niece Donna W. Manion of Sammamish; nephew Gary S. Wood of Issaquah; and sister-in-law Duralle Wood of Issaquah. The family suggests remembrances to the Issaquah Senior Center, P.O. Box 786, Issaquah, WA 98027. Arrangements are under the direction of Flintoft's Issaquah Funeral Home.

Adolph J. Rothleutner
Adolph J. Rothleutner, 91, of Issaquah, died on Oct. 17, 2000, in Everett. A time of visitation for family and friends was held on Oct. 26 at Flintofts Issaquah Funeral Home. A funeral service was held on Oct. 27 at the funeral home. Mr. Rothleutner was born icon on Aug. 14, 1909, in Ewing, Nebraska, the son of Anton and Anna Rothleutner. He moved to Washington in 1936. He first was employed at Seattle's Slaughter House and WPA Feed Grain "Coop," where he started buying a cow at a time for his own farm. As a dairy farmer he shipped milk to Hans Forsters Creamery for many years. He later gave up farming and went to work at the Creamery for 15 years. Mr. Rothleutner married icon SaDee Hoilman. He was preceded in death by his wife on July 21, 1995, and also by one son, Ronald. Survivors include daughters Vera Mellon and Donna Snow, both of Everett; son Eugene Rothleutner of Issaquah, four sisters and two brothers, mostly living in Ewing, Nebraska, Idaho and Auburn. Remembrances are suggested to Providence Home Care and Hospice of Snohomish County, 2731 Wetmore Ave., Suite 520, Everett, WA. 98201-3581.

H. Delia Whitfield
H. Delia Whitfield, 79, of Issaquah, died on Oct. 15, 2000, at the Issaquah Care Center. A memorial service was held on Oct. 19 at Flintoft's Issaquah Funeral Home. She was born icon on Aug. 22, 1921, in Nampa, Idaho, the daughter of Nicholas and Pauline (Wasel) Susewind. She was raised in Nampa where she graduated from high school. She married icon Donald F. Whitfield on Nov. 6, 1946, in Seattle. They made their home in High Point in 1951. Mrs. Whitfield was a member of Century Chapter No. 66 Order of Eastern Star, was a Past Worthy Matron and currently served as treasurer. She served as chairman on the advisory board of Issaquah Assembly No. 54 Rainbow Girls and was awarded the Grand Cross of Color. She also was a member of the Gilman Rebekah Lodge No. 59, serving as Noble Grand at the time of her death. Mrs. Whitfield was a recipient of the Chivalry award, the highest honor of the Rebekah Lodge. In addition, Mrs. Whitfield was a member of the Issaquah Valley Grange No. 581, and was named Very Important Granger in 2000. Her memberships also included the Issaquah Orthopedic Guild and the Rhododendron Societies of Bellevue and Seattle. She was preceded in death by her husband on Aug. 5, 1982, and by son Michael in 1950. Survivors include son Nick of Issaquah, daughter Geneva A. Croft of Roseburg, Ore.; brother Omar Susewind of Redmond; three grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. Remembrances are suggested to Shrine Hospital, 3101 S.W. Sam Jackson Park Rd., Portland, OR 97201, or Children's Hospital Foundation, PO Box 537 MS CL-04, Seattle, WA 98105. Friends and family are invited to sign the family's online guestbook at www.flintofts.com.

Myrtle J. Winslow
Mrytle J. Winslow, 79, died Oct. 22, 2000, at Providence Marianwood. Mrs. Winslow was born icon on April 30, 1921, one of nine children of Theodore and Hannah Melland. She began playing the violin for her uncle Selmer before the age of 7. The Melland family moved to Bellingham, Wash., in the late 1920's. Mrs. Winslow continued her violin training from her father and other instructors. She often liked to tell the story of roller-skating up Douglas Street in Bellingham with her violin under her arm. Mrs. Winslow graduated from Bellingham High School in 1939. She married icon Harold W. Winslow on June 30, 1945. They moved to Issaquah in 1965. Mrs. Winslow worked as a bookkeeper for the Issaquah Press for 21 years. She was a 20-year member of the Bellevue Philharmonic Orchestra and was proud that in the 1980's both of her daughters joined her and also played in that group for a number of years. Mrs. Winslow also played with the Sammamish Symphony Orchestra, the Northwest Symphony Orchestra, and the Cameo Strings Quartet. She especially enjoyed playing her violin and viola for Our Savior Lutheran Church where the Winslow family has attended since 1965. Mrs. Winslow was an active member of the Gideons International for 20 years. In addition Mrs. Winslow worked with The Miss Issaquah Pageant and served as a chaperone for several years. In her leisure time Mrs. Winslow enjoyed sewing, knitting and crafting. Mrs. Winslow was preceded in death by one sister Annie Fankhauser, and two brothers, Arthur and Palmer Melland. Mrs. Winslow is survived by her husband of Issaquah; son Gary in Florida; daughters Wendy Winslow Bachman and Jenny Winslow Petty and families of Maple Valley; sisters Thelma Link of Coldwater, Ohio and Ruth Livermore of Bellingham; brothers, Helmer Melland of Bellingham, Henry Melland of Mt. Vernon, Ted Melland of Federal Way, and George Melland of Seattle; and four grandchildren. The family suggests remembrances to The Gideons International, P.O. Box 1272, Issaquah, WA., or Our Savior Lutheran Church. Family and friends are invited to sign the family's on-line guest book at www.flintofts.com. Arrangements are under the direction of Flintoft's Issaquah Funeral Home.

Wayne A. Barker
Wayne A. Barker, 71, of Bellingham, died on Oct. 22, 2000, at St. Joseph Hospital in Bellingham. Services with military honors were held on Oct. 27 at Tahoma National Cemetery icon in Kent. Mr. Barker was born icon on Jan. 4, 1929, in Issaquah, the son of Arthur and Elsie Dickson Barker. He graduated from Issaquah High School in 1947, and later enlisted in the U.S. Navy during the Korean Conflict. During the time of his service he was a Golden Glove Boxer in the Navy and later played semi-pro football in Seattle. Mr. Barker was a longtime resident of the Issaquah area where he worked as a long-haul truck driver for many years. He also worked as a dispatcher and driver for Reid and Lakeside Sand and Gravel and other paving companies. Survivors include son Dean and wife Leila Barker of Sedro-Wooley; brother Jack and his wife Bonnie Barker of Fall City; sister Alta Gleason of Renton; and one grandson. He was preceded in death by his parents and sister Marion Martin. Arrangements are by Lemley Chapel in Sedro-Wooley.

Kathryn Louise Taylor
A memorial service for Kathryn Louise Taylor, 86, of Federal Way (formerly of Issaquah) was Oct. 28, 2000, at Flintoft's Issaquah Funeral Home. She died on Oct. 24 at her home in Federal Way. Mrs. Taylor was born icon on Feb. 12, 1914 in Portsmouth, Ohio, the daughter of Walter and Elsie Crabtree. She was raised in Portsmouth and graduated from Portsmouth High School. She married icon Charles R. "Dick" Taylor on Nov. 24, 1933, in Portsmouth. Mr. Taylor's work with AT&T Technologies took them to Cleveland, Ohio; New Jersey; and Baltimore, Md., before retirement to Issaquah in 1974. In her leisure time she enjoyed bowling, entertaining, sewing, cooking, and spending time with her family. Survivors include daughter Sandra McFadden of Issaquah; sons Thomas R. Taylor and his wife Maureen of Puyallup, William C. Taylor of Bellevue and David W Taylor of Federal Way; 11 grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren. Remembrances may be made to the Arthritis Foundation or the American Heart Association. Friends are invited to sign the family's online guestbook at www.flintofts.com.

Myrtle J. Winslow
Myrtle J. Winslow, 79, died Oct. 22, 2000, at Providence Marianwood. A memorial service for Mrs. Winslow was Oct. 26 at Our Savior Lutheran Church, 745 Front Street South. Mrs. Winslow was born icon on April 30, 1921, one of nine children of Theodore and Hannah Melland. She began playing the violin for her uncle Selmer before the age of 7. The Melland family moved to Bellingham, Wash., in the late 1920's. Mrs. Winslow continued her violin training from her father and other instructors. She often liked to tell the story of roller-skating up Douglas Street in Bellingham with her violin under her arm. Mrs. Winslow graduated from Bellingham High School in 1939. She married icon Harold W. Winslow on June 30, 1945. They moved to Issaquah in 1965. In June 2000 the couple celebrated their 55th wedding anniversary. Mrs. Winslow worked as a bookkeeper for the Issaquah Press for 21 years. She was a 20-year member of the Bellevue Philharmonic Orchestra and was proud that in the 1980's both of her daughters joined her and also played in that group for a number of years. Mrs. Winslow also played with the Sammamish Symphony Orchestra, the Northwest Symphony Orchestra, and the Cameo Strings Quartet. She especially enjoyed playing her violin and viola for Our Savior Lutheran Church where the Winslow family has attended since 1965. Mrs. Winslow was an active member of the Gideons International for 20 years. She served as president, area coordinator and new member instructor for camps in Western Washington. In addition, Mrs. Winslow worked with the Miss Issaquah Pageant and served as a chaperone for several years. In her leisure time Mrs. Winslow enjoyed sewing, knitting and crafting. Mrs. Winslow was preceded in death by one sister, Annie Fankhauser, and two brothers, Arthur and Palmer Melland. Mrs. Winslow is survived by her husband of Issaquah; son Gary of Florida; daughters Wendy Winslow Bachman and Jenny Winslow Petty and families of Maple Valley; sisters Thelma Link of Coldwater, Ohio and Ruth Livermore of Bellingham; brothers Helmer Melland of Bellingham, Henry Melland of Mt. Vernon, Ted Melland of Federal Way, and George Melland of Seattle; and four grandchildren. The family suggests remembrances to The Gideons International, P.O. Box 1272, Issaquah, WA., or Our Savior Lutheran Church. Family and friends are invited to sign the family's online guest book at www.flintofts.com. Arrangements are under the direction of Flintoft's Issaquah Funeral Home.

Betty Lou Godfrey
Betty Lou Godfrey, 64, of Hansville, formerly of Issaquah, died on Nov. 6, 2000, at her home. A memorial service was held on Nov. 11 at Flintofts Issaquah Funeral Home. A reception for family and friends followed at the Issaquah Eagles. Mrs. Godfrey was born icon on Feb. 2, 1936, in Carlisle, Ky., the daughter of William and Dorothy Hartley. When she was a young child the family moved to Issaquah. Mrs. Godfrey graduated from Issaquah High School in 1953. She married icon Thomas M. Godfrey on Feb. 7, 1954 at the Community Baptist Church in Issaquah. Mrs. Godfrey worked for the U.S. Postal Service from 1968 to 1992, working 18 years in the Issaquah Post Office and six years at the Bainbridge Island Post Office. Upon retirement she and her husband moved to Hansville after selling their home in Issaquah in 1992. Mrs. Godfrey was a member of the Issaquah Eagles Auxiliary #3054 since 1972, and was past president of the Issaquah Alumni Association. In her leisure hours Mrs. Godfrey enjoyed traveling by motorhome, various crafts, singing, flower gardening, and writing poetry. Survivors include her husband of Hansville; sons Steven of Vancouver, Thomas of Renton and T. Scott of North Bend; daughter Lucinda A. Perez of Renton; brothers William Hartley of Harrison, Idaho, and Russell Munson of Huntington Beach, Calif.; sisters Ella Dale of Issaquah, and Virginia Hendricks of Union; and nine grandchildren. Remembrances are suggested to the Hospice Organization of Kitsap County, P O Box 3416, Silverdale, WA. 98383. Family and friends are invited to sign the familys on-line guest book at www.flintofts.com.

June C. Baudo
June C. Baudo, 77 of Issaquah, died at home on Nov. 12, 2000. A memorial service was held on Nov. 16 at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Issaquah. June was born icon on Aug. 3, 1923, in Memphis, Tenn., the daughter of George and Freda White. She was raised on the East Coast and graduated from high school in New York City. Upon graduation she worked as a commercial artist. She married icon and raised eight children in New York City and moved to Washington in 1981. In her leisure time, Ms. Baudo enjoyed spending time with her family. She also created beautiful flower arrangements, enjoyed sewing and crocheting, and was an avid Seattle Mariners fan. Survivors include sons Joseph of Nashville, Tenn., Roy of Sixes Ore., George of Kent, and Paul of Warner Robins, Ga.; daughters Annette Nucci of Ft. Meyers, Fla., Angela Carmichael of Bronx, N.Y., Jeanne Herko of Friday Harbor, and Frances Opel of Marysville; 19 grandchildren, and five great-grandchildren. Family and friends are invited to sign the family's on-line guest book at www.flintofts.com. Arrangements are by Flintoft's Issaquah Funeral Home.

John V. (Jack) O'Keefe
John V. (Jack) O'Keefe, 76 died Nov. 7, 2000. A memorial mass was held on Nov. 9 at St. Bridget's Catholic Church in Seattle. Mr. O'Keefe was born icon on June 17, 1924, in Manchester, N.H., the son of Frank and Anna Keefe. After graduating from Memorial High School in Manchester, Mr. O'Keefe joined the U.S. Marines and was awarded the Purple Heart for action on Guadalcanal during WWII. He married icon his childhood sweatheart, Sohhie Folis, in 1945. In 1965, they moved their family of five children to Bellevue when Mr. O'Keefe took a position with the Boeing Co. Mr. O'Keefe was well educated, earning degrees from St. Anselm College, Tufts University, Worcester Polytechnical Institute, Cornell University and Harvard University. Mr. O'Keefe was an avid golfer and was a past member of Glen Acres and Rainier Golf and Country clubs. His most cherished memories were golfing trips to Ireland with his three sons and the golf tournaments he played in and won with his son John. Mr. O'Keefe was preceded in death by his wife of 41 years. He is survived by his brother Frank Keefe of Manchester, N.H.; sons John and Kathy O'Keefe of Fairfield, Conn., Tom and Cathy O'Keefe of Medina, and Tim O'Keefe of Bellevue,; and daughters Maureen and Richard Atherton of Sammamish, and Sharon O'Keefe of Phoenix, Ariz. Remembrances may be made to a charity of your choice. Arrangements are by Green's Funeral Home of Bellevue.

James M. Beethe
James M. Beethe, 74, of Issaquah, died Nov. 23, 2000, at Highline Community Hospital in Tukwila. Memorial services will be held at 2 p.m. Nov. 29 at Issaquah Christian Church, 10305 238th Way S.E., and at 2 p.m. Dec. 5 at Union Church in Fullerton, N.D. Mr. Beethe was born icon May 23, 1926, near Fullerton, N.D., the son of Martin and Edelsa (Mattson) Beethe. He received his education in the Fullerton area and was confirmed at St. Ansgar Lutheran Church in Lamoure, N.D. He married icon Evelyn Ganung on June 20, 1948, in Edgeley, N.D. They lived on the Beethe family farm in the Fullerton area, where they farmed. He worked as a carpenter until they moved to Fargo, N.D., in 1964. There, Mr. Beethe worked in the construction industry and ran the family's fishing resort, "Jim's Resort," on Lake Upper Cormorant, Minn. In 1975, his position as supervisor with Goodman Construction took the family to Issaquah, where he continued as a construction supervisor in the Seattle area until his retirement. Mr. Beethe was a family man who enjoyed the outdoors. He was an avid hunter and fisherman. His love of working with wood led him in 1986 to build their final home near Issaquah Creek. He was preceded in death by his parents and two sisters, Vivian Ulmer and Pearl Ulmer. Mr. Beethe is survived by his wife of Issaquah; daughters Jo Eve Ellig and her husband Van of Fergus Falls, Minn., and Caryl Beethe of Maple Valley; son Paul Beethe and his wife Shelly of Redmond; brothers Rex Beethe of Florissant, Mo., and Gerald Beethe of Bloomington, Minn.; eight grandchildren and one great-granddaughter.

Francis J. Killoran
Francis J. Killoran, 80, of Issaquah, died Sunday, Nov. 26, 2000. At his request no services will be held. Mr. Killoran was born icon on Feb. 8, 1920, in Spokane, the son of Fred and Olive Killoran of Canada. He had dual citizenship in the United States and Canada until Canada revised its citizenship rules. He was raised in Fort Macleod, Alberta. Mr. Killoran completed high school in Canada and received his bachelor's and master's degrees from the University of Washington. He farmed for a short time prior to enlisting with the U.S. Army Air Corp. He served with the 268th Army Air Force from July 25, 1941 to Dec. 8, 1945. On Sept. 14, 1957, he married icon Betty Edrene Steinhart in Seattle. They moved to Issaquah in 1957. Mr. Killoran worked with the Boeing Co. as a cost analyst from 1957 to 1984. He is survived by his wife of Issaquah; son Neil Francis Killoran of Seattle; stepsons Keith F. Little of Lake Forest Park and Gregory L. Little of Wenatchee; and brother Neil P. Killoran of Fort Macleod, Alberta, Canada. Arrangements are by Flintoft's Issaquah Funeral Home.

William "Bill" H. Sween
William "Bill" H. Sween, 87, of Sammamish, formerly of Redmond, died Nov. 25, 2000, at The Care Center at Kelsey Creek. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Dec. 1 at Sammamish Hills Lutheran Church, 22818 SE Eighth., Sammamish. Mr. Sween was born icon on March 19, 1913, in Seattle, the son of Carl and Jetta Sween. The family moved to the Inglewood Hill area of Redmond when he was 2 years old. He graduated from Redmond High School. On Oct. 12, 1936, he married icon Faye I. Turner in Seattle. They lived on Inglewood Hill where they owned and operated Sween's Poultry Farm, the largest poultry farm in Washington for 30 years. Prior to retirement, the couple owned a poultry farm in Granite Falls. Mr. Sween was a 75-year member of the Issaquah Valley Grange and Sammamish Hills Lutheran Church. He enjoyed spending time with his family, traveling, golfing, fishing and hunting. Mr. Sween is survived by his wife of 64 years; daughter Elaine Etzler of Sammamish; sons Jim Sween of Renton and Bob Sween of Ephrata; sisters Thelma Knudtson of Sammamish and Evelyn Levitt of Redmond; eight grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests remembrances to Group Health's Hospice Program, The Community Foundation, Group Health Coop., 1730 Minor Ave., Suite 1520, Seattle, WA 98101-1404. Family and friends are invited to sign the family's on-line guest book at Flintoft's Arrangements are by Flintoft's Issaquah Funeral Home.

Genevieve F. Evans
Genevieve F. Evans, 90, of Issaquah, died on Dec. 1, 2000, in Bellevue. A graveside service will be at 3 p.m. Dec. 4 at the Lower Hillside Cemetery icon in Issaquah. Mrs. Evans was born icon on Sep. 29, 1910, in Jamestown, N.Y., the daughter of Oliver and Orsillia Treadway. She was raised in New York where she graduated from high school. In 1929 she married icon Paul Hunt in Warren, Penn. She and her family moved to Seattle in 1946. She was preceded in death by Mr. Hunt in 1966. For 25 years Mrs. Evans was employed by The Boeing Co. Prior to her retirement in 1969 she married icon Eugene Evans in Seattle. She and Mr. Evans spent a lot of time trailering with the Good Sam Club in the Southwest United States and Mexico. Following Mr. Evans' death in 1994, she moved to Issaquah. When she was in her 80s, Mrs. Evans took computer classes and pursued a life-long dream of writing poetry, some of which was inspired by her numerous trips to Maui. She enjoyed spending time with family and sharing her life experiences. Every member of her family benefitted from her love of knitting and crocheting. Mrs. Evans is survived by son Bill Hunt of Sammamish; daughters Joyce Stewart of Marysville, Paula Mitalas of Seattle and Terrie Kooyman of Bothell; eight grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests remembrances to Children's Hospital Foundation, P.O. Box 5371, MS CL-04, Seattle, WA 98105-0371. Family and friends are invited to sign the family's online guest book at Flintoft's

Georg E. Frey
Georg E. Frey, 49, of Sammamish, died Dec. 1, 2000, in Bellevue. A memorial service will be held at 3 p.m. Dec. 6 at Sammamish Hills Lutheran Church, 22818 S.E. Eighth in Sammamish. He was born icon on Sep. 28, 1951, in Brooklyn, N.Y., the son of Edward and Georgianna Frey. He was raised in New Jersey, graduated from New Providence High School and attended Upsala College in East Orange, N.J. He married icon Shelly M. McKee on Sep. 6, 1980, in Schroon Lake, N.Y. The family moved to Sammamish in 1989. In his leisure time he enjoyed boating at Lake Roosevelt in Eastern Washington and skiing at Sun Peaks. Survivors include his wife; sons Brian and Kevin of the family home; brothers Ed of British Columbia and Carl of Alabama. Remembrances may be made to the Georg E. Frey Children's Scholarship Fund, c/o any Washington Mutual Bank. Friends are invited to sign the family's online guest book at Flintoft's

Gladys E. "Tillie" Gamlem
Gladys E. "Tillie" Gamlem, 91, of Issaquah, formerly of Mason Lake, died Nov. 29, 2000, at Eastside Group Health Hospital in Redmond. A memorial service will be at 2 p.m on Dec. 8 at Flintoft's Issaquah Funeral Home. Mrs. Gamlem was born icon on July 16, 1909, in Seattle, the daughter of Charles and Mary Delaware. She was raised in Seattle in the Ballard area and graduated from Lincoln High School. In 1931 she married icon Thoralf E. Gamlem in Seattle. The couple lived most of their lives in the Seattle area, with the exception of 1952 to 1959, when they lived in Wichita, Kan., where Mr. Gamlem was transferred by The Boeing Co. Mrs. Gamlem was a charter member of the West Seattle Promenaders Square Dancing group. In her leisure hours she enjoyed spending time with her family, especially at Mason Lake. She also was an avid gardener and enjoyed square dancing and traveling. She was preceded in death by her husband in 1981. She is survived by daughter Patricia Showalter of Snohomish; sons Thoralf of Selah and Michael of Maple Valley; sister Lois Ebel of Bainbridge Island; 11grandchildren and 20 great-grandchildren. The family suggests remembrances to Salensian Missions, 2 Lefevre Lane, PO Box 30, New Rochelle, NY, 10802-0030, or Nature Conservancy, 4245 N. Fairfax Dr., Suite 100, Arlington, VA, 22203. Family and friends are invited to sign the family's online guest book at Flintoft's

Helen Francis McKinnon
Helen Francis McKinnon, 79, formerly of Issaquah, died on Nov. 29, 2000, in Bellevue. Mrs. McKinnon was born icon on Jan. 22, 1921, in Manitoba, Canada, the daughter of Robert and Margaret Moran and the youngest of 10 children. She married icon John Edward McKinnon on Aug. 15, 1946, in Fort William, Ontario. In her leisure hours, Mrs. McKinnon enjoyed spending time with her grandsons, doing crossword puzzles and reading historical books about World War II. She was preceded in death by her husband in 1983. Survivors include son Timothy and his wife Sherri McKinnon of Olalla. Remembrances are suggested to Overlake Hospital Foundation, 1035 116th Ave. N.E., Suite 26, Bellevue, WA 98004. Arrangements are by Green's Bellevue Funeral Home.

Francis E. Schroeder
Francis E. Schroeder, 70, of Shelton, formerly of Issaquah and Bellevue, died at home on Nov. 24, 2000, in Shelton. A memorial service for Mr. Schroeder will be at 3 p.m. Dec. 9 at Flintoft's Issaquah Funeral Home. He was born icon on Feb. 11, 1930, in Snoqualmie Falls, the son of Frank and Joanne Schroeder. He was raised in Bellevue and graduated from Bellevue High School. Mr. Schroeder was a mill wright for Simpson Lumber in Shelton, retiring in 1995. In his leisure time he enjoyed golf, his gun and rifle club, and gardening, especially growing tomatoes in his greenhouse. Mr. Schroeder also enjoyed wood working, metal working and electronics. He also was an avid photographer and had actually taken many photos of Mount Saint Helens as it was erupting. Recently he was helping to restore old airplanes at a museum. He was a pilot and ham radio operator for many years. Mr. Schroeder loved his animals and always seemed to have a beloved dog or cat. He is survived by his sister, Mary Ann Nickell of Fall City; a brother, Thomas Schroeder of Tennessee; and five nephews and nieces. Remembrances may be made to ALS Society and the MDA for ALS research. Friends and family are invited to sign the family's online guestbook at Flintoft's

Norma Skanse
Norma E. Skanse, 89, of North Bend, formerly of Issaquah, died on Dec. 12, 2000, at Overlake Hospital Medical Center in Bellevue. A private family service was held. Mrs. Skanse was born icon on Feb. 22, 1911, in Mora, Minn., the daughter of John and Johanna Erickson. She was raised in Mora where she attended school. She married icon Rudolph M. Skanse in 1935 in Minneapolis. They moved to Issaquah in 1992 and to North Bend in 1999. Mrs. Skanse was a lifelong member of the Baptist General Conference. She enjoyed singing and playing the piano, and she served in several positions with her local church congregations including as a Sunday school teacher, as president of Womens Missionary Fellowship, and on various social committees. While a resident of Issaquah, she volunteered with the Issaquah Food and Clothing Bank for several years. In 1994 she and her husband were named "Issaquah Grandparents of the Year." In her leisure hours Mrs. Skanse enjoyed knitting, playing Scrabble and spending time with her family. She was preceded in death by daughter Sharon Skanse in 1965. Survivors include her husband of North Bend; daughters Shirley Smith of Guatemala City and Bonnie Willis of Issaquah; and three grandchildren. Family and friends are invited to sign the family's on-line guest book at Flintoft's Arrangements are by Flintoft's Issaquah Funeral Home.

Ted Howisey
Ted Howisey, 93, of Sammamish and Sun Lakes, Ariz., died on Dec. 11, 2000 in Arizona. A celebration of his life will be held at the family home on Beaver Lake in the spring. Mr. Howisey was born icon on April 19, 1907, in Omaha, Neb., the first of seven children to Rose and William Howisey. He was raised on the family homestead in Wyoming and in Seattle where he graduated from Broadway High School. In 1927, Mr. Howisey joined with his father and brother, Ernest, in the family business, Howisey Brothers Refinishers and Upholsterers of Fine Furniture. His family of six brothers and sisters came to Beaver Lake in 1940 where they all eventually built cabins on the family property. Mr. Howisey was preceded in death by his first wife, Millie, in 1976, and by his second wife, Helen, in 1999. Mr. Howisey served as a commissioner on the original Sammamish Plateau Water District for 12 years. In his leisure hours he enjoyed playing golf and spending time with his family. He promoted family togetherness in his role of patriarch, which culminated in several annual family functions where as many as 80 members gathered. Most recently, Mr. Howisey resided in Lacey with friends Doti and Bernie Breyen, who cared for him there and in Arizona until his death. Survivors include son William Howisey of Sammamish; daughter Joan Paylor of Sammamish; brothers Ernest, Robert and Eugene of Seattle; and sisters Marguerite Warford of Seattle, Ruth Williams of Bellingham and Dorothy Roberge of Sammamish. Remembrances are suggested to Parkinsons Research, APDA, University of Washington, P.O. Box 356465, Seattle WA 98195.

Grace P. Shauenberg
Grace P. Shauenberg, 91, formerly of Issaquah, passed away in Los Angeles on Dec. 17, 2000. A graveside service for Mrs. Shauenberg was held on Dec. 22 at the Hillside Cemetery icon in Issaquah. Mrs. Shauenberg was born icon on Nov. 14, 1909 in Taylor, Wash., the daughter of Issaquah pioneers Ed and Mary Wilkinson. She was raised in Issaquah and graduated from Issaquah High School. Mrs. Shauenberg worked for the U.S. Department of Engineers and retired in 1962. Her husband Ralph Shauenberg preceded her in death in 1984. Mrs. Shauenberg enjoyed spending time with her family and also traveling. Mrs. Shauenberg is survived by nieces, Kathryn Burt, of San Gabriel, Calif., and Mary Lewis and Marjorie Doherty of Issaquah; and numerous great nieces and nephews. Family and friends are invited to sign the family's on-line guest book at Flintoft's Arrangements are under the direction of Flintoft's Issaquah Funeral Home. 

Mary Ann Hanson
A memorial service for Mary Ann Hanson, 72, of Issaquah, is at 9:30 a.m., April 8, 2000 at St. Andrews Lutheran Church, 2650 148th S.E., Bellevue. Mrs. Hanson died April 2 in Seattle.
Mrs. Hanson was born on Aug. 9, 1927 in St. Louis, Mo., the daughter of William and Grace Godejohn. She was raised in Clayton, Mo., and graduated from Clayton High School. She received a bachelor's degree from Washington University in St. Louis.
She married Arnold Hanson in 1964, and he preceded her in death in 1993. Mrs. Hanson moved to Issaquah in 1994.
She was a member of St. Andrews Lutheran Church.
Mrs. Hanson is survived by her brother, William Godejohn of Fall City; and two nieces, Ann Godejohn and Paula Pyatt.
The family suggests remembrances to the American Cancer Society. Arrangements are by Flintoft's Issaquah Funeral Home.

Eugene O. Johnson
A funeral service for Eugene O. Johnson, 55, of Renton, is at 1 p.m. on April 4, 2000 at Flintoft's Issaquah Funeral Home, 540 E Sunset Way, Issaquah. Mr. Johnson died on March 29, 2000.
Mr. Johnson was born on April 25, 1944 in Palermo, N.D., the son of Palmer and Mabel Johnson. He was raised in North Dakota and moved to the Renton area in the early 1960's. Mr. Johnson was employed by The Boeing Co. as a mechanic. He was a member of the Issaquah Eagles. In his leisure time Mr. Johnson enjoyed carpentry and bowling.
He was preceded in death by one brother, Odin Johnson and one sister, Ethel Balch.
Mr. Johnson is survived by his son, Scott E. Johnson of Renton; his daughter, Brandi J. Johnson of Federal Way; three brothers, Selmer Johnson of Colorado, Raynold Johnson of Plaza, N.D., and Marvin Johnson of Stanley, N.D.; two sisters, Carol Nichols of Seattle and Beverly Ward of Minot, N.D.; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Frederick Lovejoy
Frederick Bentley Lovejoy, 90, of Bellevue, formerly of Issaquah, died on March 29, 2000, at Cascade Vista in Redmond.
A private family service was at the Sunnyside Cemetery in Coupeville.
Mr. Lovejoy was born on June 1, 1909, the great grandson of Capt. Thomas Coupe (for whom Coupeville is named), grandson of Capt. Howard Bentley Lovejoy (pioneer settler of Coupeville, Whidbey Island, in 1855), and son of Edwin Owen Lovejoy (boat builder and owner of an early sawmill at Coupeville), and Flora Cranney Lovejoy, granddaughter of Capt. Coupe.
Mr. Lovejoy graduated from Coupeville High School and Hall School of Commerce in Seattle and attended the University of Washington. He was a life member of Alumni Association and Sigma Chi Fraternity, and a charter member and past president of the Sahalee Country Club.
His first employment with American-Hawaiian Steamship Co. lasted for 15 years until its entire fleet of 28 ships was commandeered for government use in the World War II. Subsequent employment with Everett Pacific Shipbuilding and Dry Dock Co. (a Pacific Car and Foundry subsidiary) was for 12 years, followed by 14 years at PACCAR's Renton division, from which he retired in 1974.
Survivors include his wife, Jane of Bellevue; sons F. Bentley Lovejoy of Bellevue and William Lovejoy of Vancouver; daughter Jane Littlefield of Bellevue; six grandchildren and two great granddaughters.
Remembrances are suggested to Children's Hospital Foundation, Hope Heart Institute or to a favorite charity.
Arrangements are by Flintoft's Issaquah Funeral Home.

John Wicks
John Joseph Wicks, 79, died on March 25, 2000, at LakeRidge Social Care Center in Moses Lake.
A memorial service will be at 2 p.m. April 15 at Issaquah Christian Church with pastor Steve Grice officiating.
Mr. Wicks was born on May 15, 1920, in Star, Ore., the son of the late Joseph and Lois Ione Wicks. He was raised and educated in Cottage Grove and Springfield, Ore., and graduated from Thurston High School.
He served in the Army on Adak Island as a firefighter and as a medic on the Aleutian Island Chain during World War II. He was honorably discharged from the Army in 1946.
Mr. Wicks married Marjie Lea Pruitt on April 25, 1942, in Thurston, Ore. In 1962 they moved to Fall City.
She preceded him in death on Nov. 15, 1996. Within the following year, Mr. Wicks moved to Moses Lake to be near his son.
Mr. Wicks was an active member of the Christian Church in Issaquah, and also had been active in the Preston Baptist Church and the Thurston Christian Church before moving to Fall City.
In his leisure hours, Mr. Wicks enjoyed hunting, gardening, fishing, building and fixing various items and old cars, and spending time with the fellowship and friends in the church.
Survivors include sons Bennie Wicks of Ellensburg, Peter and wife Susan Wicks of Moses Lake, John and wife Barbara Wicks of Alderwood Manor, and Stanley and wife Pam Wicks of Woodinville; daughters Christine and husband Jim Nichols of Stanwood, and Marilyn and husband Jerry Ronnei of Chewelah; 14 grandchildren, 16 great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.
Remembrances are suggested to the Alzheimer's Association, 12721 30th Ave. N.E., Suite 101, Seattle, WA 98117, or to your local church's memorial fund. Arrangements are by Kayser's Chapel of Memories, Moses Lake. 

Virginia Amarant
A funeral service for Virginia Amarant, 78, of Providence Point, is at 11 a.m. on May 18, 2000, at Flintoft's Issaquah Funeral Home. A Burial will follow at Tahoma National Cemetery in Kent.
A time of visitation for family and friends is 11 a.m.- 5 p.m. on May 17 at the funeral home. Mrs. Amarant died on May 15 in Seattle.
She was born on Oct. 9, 1921 in Arkansas City, Kan., the daughter of William and Velva Walters. The family moved to California when she was 6 years old. She was a graduate of San Ramon High School, and she married her high school sweetheart, Norman J. Amarant, in June 1940. In 1998 she and her husband moved to Issaquah.
Mrs. Amarant enjoyed spending time with her family and friends, and also playing bridge.
She was preceded in death by her brother, Billy Walters.
Mrs. Amarant is survived by her husband of Issaquah; two daughters, Sandra Carlos of Las Vegas, Nev., and Pamela Crayton of Bellevue; brother Howard Walters of Sacramento, Calif.; sister Mina Jo Reis of Sonora, Calif.; six grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren.
The family suggests remembrances to the American Heart Association.

Jewel E. Bergstrom
Jewel E. Bergstrom, 71, of Preston, died at home on May 3, 2000.
A memorial service was May 12 at the Preston Baptist Church.
Mrs. Bergstrom was born on March 30, 1929, in Whitewater, Mont., the daughter of John and Margaret Jenson. At an early age she and her family moved to Oroville, where she was raised. She graduated from Othello High School in 1947.
She married Dean A. Bergstrom on May 8, 1950, in Preston. They made their permanent home in Preston in 1951.
For 25 years Mrs. Bergstrom was employed by the Issaquah School District in food services. She was a member of the Preston Baptist Church, Vasa Lodge, Washington School Food Services Association and the American School Food Services Association.
In her leisure hours she enjoyed cooking and hospitality.
Survivors include her husband of Preston; sons Dean Eric Bergstrom of Issaquah and Dan Arnold Bergstrom of Easton; daughter Ann Karine Armstrong of Preston; brother Michael Jenson of Anacortes; sisters Anna Karine Leibrand of Scobey, Mont. and Margie Helen Barth, of Spokane; four grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.
Remembrances are suggested to the Preston Baptist Church Memorial Fund.
Family and friends are invited to sign the online guestbook at www.flintofts.com.
Arrangements are by Flintoft's Issaquah Funeral Home.

Robert J. Findlay
Robert J. Findlay, 81, of Maple Valley, died at home on May 13, 2000. Funeral services were May 16 at Cross of Christ Lutheran Church in Bellevue. Private burial was at Tahoma National Cemetery in Kent.
He will be interred in St. Olaf Cemetery in New Richland, Minn.
Mr. Findlay was born on March 6, 1919 in Braceville, Ill., the son of Robert and Pearl Findlay. He was raised in Illinois and married Eleanor Marie Sallade on Aug. 21, 1941 in Lemont, Ill.
During World War II, he served in the U.S. Marines in the South Pacific.
He was a master carpenter all his life and enjoyed gardening in his leisure time.
He moved to Redmond in 1954 and then to Issaquah in 1975. He had lived in Maple Valley since 1979.
He was preceded in death by his wife on Jan. 24, 2000. Survivors include his daughter, Gloria R. James of Maple Valley.
In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to Children's Hospital Foundation.
Arrangements are by Flintoft's Issaquah Funeral Home.

Dorothy D. Frost
Dorothy D. Frost, 86, of Preston, died on May 3, 2000 in Duvall.
A memorial service was held May 13 at the Preston Baptist Church. Mrs. Frost was born on April 19, 1914, in Olympia, the daughter of David and Emaline Morris.
She married Merton Harold Frost on May 18, 1937. The family moved to Preston in 1944. She was a member of the Preston Baptist Church.
In her leisure time she enjoyed sewing and assisting her granddaughter with her horses.
She was preceded in death by her husband in 1975. Survivors include daughters Lorna Frost of Bellevue and Jacquelin Robinson of Medina; son Merton Frost of Granite Falls; brother Dick Morris of Shelton; sister Evie Wallingford of Seattle; two granddaughters, Catherine Frost of Duvall and Joan Hemon of Kirkland; one grandson and one great-grandaughter.
Remembrances are suggested to Evergreen Hospice or Preston Baptist Church. Friends are invited to sign the family's online guestbook at www.flintofts.com
Arrangements are by Flintoft's Issaquah Funeral Home.

Dwight V. Hall
Dwight V. Hall, 93, of Issaquah, died on May 11, 2000, at Providence Marianwood in Issaquah.
A reception in his memory will be at the Issaquah Senior Center.
Mr. Hall was born on Oct. 24, 1906, in Guthrie, Okla., the son of Orville and Nona Hall. He was raised in Oklahoma City and attended the University of Oklahoma.
He married Mary Zigar on Feb. 13, 1955 in Las Vegas, Nev. The family lived in Southern California for many years, where he worked for Douglas Aircraft. He moved to Issaquah in 1995.
In his leisure hours Mr. Hall enjoyed riding motorcycles, restoring old cars, and spending time with his friends and family.
Survivors include his wife of Issaquah; daughters Susan Garfield of Los Angeles and Julie Kato of Issaquah; sister Eleanor Achgill of Houston, Texas; and five grandchildren.
Arrangements are by Flintoft's Issaquah Funeral Home.

Irvin N. Knutson
Irvin "Bud" Neprud Knutson of Issaquah died of cancer on May 12, 2000 at his Providence Point home. He was 84.
He was born on Sept. 25, 1915 in Blair, Wis., the son of Irvin N. and Minnie (Neprud) Knutson. He spent his youth living in Coon Valley, Wis., and graduated president of his class from nearby Westby High School in Westby, Wis. After attending St. Olaf College in Northfield, Minn., he was employed by the Westby-Coon Valley State Bank. He was a graduate of the University of Wisconsin School of Banking.
He married Ruth H. Romine of New Richland, Minn., in Rockford, Ill, on Nov. 9, 1935. After living several years in Coon Valley and Westby, he moved his family in 1954 to Kirkland, where he was manager of the Citizens Bank of Kirkland.
He joined the National Bank of Commerce (now Bank of America) in 1955 and served as manager for branches in Ellensburg, Clarkston, Renton and Seattle before retiring from RainierBank in 1980 as a vice president and loan officer. He lived in Bellevue for 36 years before moving to Providence Point in 1997.
Mr. Knutson was an Eagle Scout. He served on several boards and was a charter member and past council officer of Cross of Christ Lutheran Church in Bellevue. He also was involved in Rotary and the Chamber of Commerce of Renton.
Preceding him in death was his wife of 60 years. He is survived by three sons, David R. Knutson and wife Marilyn of Tacoma, Dr. Dennis D. Knutson and wife Mary Ann of Sioux Falls, S.D., and Dean P. Knutson and wife Jill of Issaquah; daughter Jean E. Greif and husband Frank of Seattle; two brothers, Lincoln V. Knutson of Westby, Wis. and James E. Knutson of Coon Valley, Wis.; a sister, Genevieve Weigel of Sunnyvale, Calif.; eight grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.
Memorials may be sent to the American Diabetes Association, American Cancer Society or a charity of choice.
Arrangements are by Green's Funeral Home of Bellevue.

Virginia Sloan
Virginia "Ginger" R. Sloan, 81, of Issaquah died on May 11, 2000, at The Care Center at Kelsey Creek in Bellevue.
A memorial is May 17 at Sheldon Sloan's home, 3903 Meadow Ave. N. in Renton.
Mrs. Sloan was born on Oct. 16, 1918, in Centralia, the daughter of David and Manda Self. She was raised in Centralia where she graduated from high school. She married Ken Sloan in 1937 in Seattle. She and her husband moved to Issaquah in 1968.
Mrs. Sloan was a member of Beta Sigma Phi Sorority in Centralia before moving to Issaquah. In her leisure hours she enjoyed working in her garden, and taking care of her cat.
She was preceded in death by her husband in December of 1996. Survivors include sons Sheldon of Renton and Larry of Everett; daughter Kristi of Issaquah; sisters Bertha Towner of Centralia, Agnes Brown of Puyallup and Vivian Heryford of Klamath Falls, Ore.; five grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.
Remembrances are suggested to Alzheimers Association, 12721 30th Ave NE, Suite 101, Seattle, WA 98125.
Friends and family are invited to sign the family's online guest book at www.flintofts.com.
Arrangements are by Flintoft's Issaquah Funeral Home.

Elsa Hussey Young
Elsa Hussey Young, 90, died on April 26, 2000, at Providence Marianwood in Issaquah.
A service was May 5 at Snoqualmie United Methodist Church. Officating at the ceremony were Rev. Mary Brown and Rev. Earl Dean.
Mrs. Young was born on July 6, 1909, on the family farm in Roxbury, Maine. She was raised in Roxbury and Canton, Maine, and then traveled to New York as a young woman to work as a nanny.
She married Howard Young on Oct. 24, 1930, in Brooklyn, N.Y. They returned to Maine to live and work with their parents on their farms.
In 1945 they moved to Bremerton. During World War II, Mr. Young worked in the Naval Shipyard, and with the end of the war the family moved to the Snoqualmie Valley.
Mrs. Young served on the board of directors at Mount Si Senior Center and Snoqualmie Methodist Church. She played the organ and sang in the choir at the Methodist Church. She also managed the food and clothing Bank in North Bend.
In her leisure hours Mrs. Young taught Sunday school, worked on fundraisers with the "Ladies Aide," and spent many mornings preparing a "country breakfast" for friends and family.
She was preceeded in death by her husband in 1977.
Survivors include four sons, Sam and wife Masako Young of Silverdale, Frank and wife Sandy Young of Pensacola, Fla., Jim and wife Jan Young of Snoqualmie, and Bob and wife Deb Young of Pensacola, Fla.; daughter Sally and her husband Larry Van Kirk of Issaquah; sister Wilma Richards of West Brook, Maine; 14 grandchildren; 26 great-grandchilden; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Remembrances are suggested to the Helping Hands Food Bank, 14622 444th Ave. S.E., North Bend, WA 98045; Mount Si Senior Center, P.O. Box 806, North Bend, WA 98045; or Snoqualmie United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 458, Snoqualmie WA 98065.
Arrangements are by Snoqualmie Valley Chapel in North Bend.

Helen L.Sutter
Helen Sutter, 83, a long-time resident of Issaquah died Feb. 8, 2000, at her Bellevue home.
A memorial service was Feb. 12, at Flintofts Issaquah Funeral Home.
Mrs. Sutter was born in Easton. She married Fritz Sutter in 1936.
After a stint in Coolee City, where Mr. Sutter worked on and survived a fall from Coolee Dam, they returned to Issaquah. Here they began a car dealership across from the old Issaquah Feed and Grain store owned by brother-in-law Ben Sutter, and purchased property along east Lake Sammamish. Later they would begin a logging business, move to Oregon and California, and then return in the late 40's to build a home on the lake.
Mrs. Sutter was a bookkeeper for the family businesses and worked for the federal government as a materials forwarder. In the mid 1970s they moved to Phoenix, Ariz., so she could accept a promotion. They returned upon her retirement a few years later.
Mr. and Mrs. Sutter enjoyed travel and visited Europe, Australia and Mexico, and cruised the Panama Canal and Alaska.
She was preceded in death by her husband and a sister, Hazel Main, of North Bend.
She is survived by sons Fred of Lacey, Richard of Shoreline, Jim of Issaquah and Robert of North Bend; daughter Pamela Spencer of North Bend; sisters Wilma Boone of Olympia and Betty Powell of Wapato; seven grandchildren and three great grandchildren.
The family suggests remembrances to your favorite charity. 

Richard R. Ondras
Richard Robert "Dick" Ondras, 69, died Feb. 13, 2000, at his home in Bellevue. A memorial service is 11 a.m. Feb. 19 at Bleitz Funeral Home Chapel in Seattle. Mr. Ondras was born in Beasley, Texas. He served as a corporal in the Army from 1951 to 1953.
He married Barbara J. Kindle on March 7, 1953, in Issaquah, where they resided for 44 years.
He retired from McKinstry Sheet Metal in 1992, and was a member of Sheet Metal Workers Local #66.
He was remembered as a hard-working, family man, a Texas boy at heart who enjoyed gospel and old-time country music.
He is survived by his wife; two sons, Scott and wife Kathy of Snohomish, and Robert of LaVergne, Tenn; three daughters, Louise and husband Bill Perry of Fall City, Sheila and Dan Lyon of Marysville, and Tracey Mines of Bellevue; brothers Eugene of Huntsville, Texas, and Joel of San Antonio, Texas; 12 grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.
Remembrances are suggested to Evergreen Hospice.
Arrangements are by Bleitz of Bellevue Funeral Home. 

David Briggs
David M. Briggs, 67, of Issaquah, died on March 8, 2000, at Overlake Medical Center in Bellevue.
A memorial service is March 15 at Flintoft's Issaquah Funeral Home.
Mr. Briggs was born on Nov. 18, 1912, in Erie, Pa., the son of James and Grace Briggs.
His grandfather, Murry Briggs, was founder of the Sullivan Democrat, now known as the Sullivan Daily Times, which was the first newspaper in Sullivan, Pa.
Mr. Briggs married Helen Baldenwick on Jan. 1, 1945. They lived in Western Springs, Ill., until 1950 when they moved to Mercer Island. In 1984 they moved to Issaquah.
Mr. Briggs was employed as an engineer for the Boeing Co. prior to his retirement in 1977.
In his leisure hours Mr. Briggs enjoyed books and poetry, and he and his wife shared a love of horses and training collie dogs.
His wife preceded him in death in 1996.
Survivors include several cousins and very good friends.
Remembrances are suggested to the Alzheimers Association of Western and Central Washington, 1422 N.W. 85th St., Seattle WA 98117.
Arrangements are by Flintoft's Issaquah Funeral Home.

Wendell Giberson
Former Issaquah resident Wendell Giberson, 82, of Lake Tapps, died on March 9, 2000, at his home.
A memorial service was March 13 at Creator Lutheran Church in Sumner.
Mr. Giberson was born in Montesano on June 13, 1917, and was raised on the family farm in the Wynoochee Valley. He graduated from Montesano High School in 1936.
He was a 4-H member from 1928 to 1937, served as a delegate to the 4-H Club Congress in Chicago in 1938, and served in the United States Army during World War II.
Mr. Giberson worked for Consolidated Aircraft and as a civilian for the military. He was a missile technician and attended numerous schools throughout the United States during that time.
He retired in 1974 and lived in Issaquah from 1969 to 1989.
In his leisure hours, Mr. Giberson enjoyed fishing, bowling, hunting, traveling and spending time with his family.
Mr. Giberson never married. He lived as a member of the Bert and Dorothy Giberson family for the last 35 years of his life. He was preceded in death by his sister Helen Pinnon in 1963. 
Survivors include brothers Ebert Giberson of Sumner, Allen Giberson of Montesano and Frank Giberson of Concord, Calif.; and numerous nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews.
Arrangements are by Flintoft's Issaquah Funeral Home.

Steve Kerola
Former Issaquah resident Steve Kerola, 50, died on March 1 in Silverton, Ore., of natural causes.
A memorial is at 11 a.m. March 31 at St. Philomena Catholic Church, 1790 south 222, in Des Moines.
Mr. Kerola was born on May 20, 1949, the son of Agnes and Alvin Kerola.
He graduated in 1968 from Issaquah High School, where he was on the wrestling team. He won the 1968 Washington State wrestling championship with an undefeated season at 168 pounds.
Mr. Kerola was in the Army National Guard Reserve for 16 years.
He graduated from Western Washington University and moved to Oregon to begin his career in education.
He was a respected teacher at Gervais High School for 16 years where he taught art and industrial arts, and coached wrestling.
Mr. Kerola initiated a student home building project where his students spent a year planning, designing and building a home.
The Oregon Building Congress named him the "Oregon Technology Educator of the Year" in 1994 for his teaching excellence.
For the last seven years, Mr. Kerola operated his own business, "Oregon Oak Products."
In his leisure hours he enjoyed the company of his many friends at the Town House Cafe, riding his custom Harley Davidson motorcycle, camping, fishing, woodworking, collecting, gardening and visiting with family.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
Survivors include sisters Mary Lynn Boland and her husband Jim of Fairfax Station, Va., and Karen Crotty and her husband Jim of Des Moines; brother Don Kerola of Houston, Texas; and six nieces and one nephew.
Remembrances are suggested to the American Diabetes Association.

Edith F. Stewart
Issaquah resident Edith (Pearson) F. Stewart, 91, died on March 10, 2000, at Providence Marianwood.
A graveside inurnment service is at 11 a.m. March 18 at Cedar Lawns Memorial Park in Redmond.
She was born on March 4, 1909, in High Point, the daughter of Peter and Kristine Pearson. She graduated from Issaquah High School.
Mrs. Stewart was employed as an insurance claims adjuster for many years.
The former Mercer Island resident enjoyed family and flower gardening during leisure time.
Survivors include three sisters, Linnea Larson of Kenmore, Anne Johnson of Issaquah and Myrtle Hanavan of Oceanside, Calif.
She was preceded in death by her husband Benjamin in 1992.
Remembrances are suggested to Our Savior Lutheran Church, 745 Front St., S., Issaquah, WA 98027 or a favorite charity.
Arrangements are by Flintoft's Issaquah Funeral Home.

Bonnie Castagno
A graveside service for Bonnie Castagno, 97, of Issaquah, is 11 a.m. March 8 at Hillside Cemetery in Issaquah.
Mrs. Castagno died on March 4 in Bellevue.
She was born on Sept. 28, 1902 in Madison, Wisc. At the age of 12 she and her family moved to Tacoma. In 1925 she married Frank Castagno and they moved to Issaquah to join his brother, Rem Castagno, who operated Renton Issaquah Auto Freight.
Mrs. Castagno was a 50-year charter member of the Issaquah Children's Orthopedic Hospital Guild, a longtime member of both the Issaquah Garden Club and the Rebekka Lodge of Issaquah.
She enjoyed spending time with her family and friends and flower gardening. She was preceded in death by her husband in March 1990.
Mrs. Castagno is survived by her daughter, Joyce Lewis and her husband Jim of Bellevue; two grandchildren, Frank Lewis of Sammamish and Judy Richards and her husband Rod of Centralia; two great grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.
In lieu of flowers the family suggests remembrances to Children's Hospital, P O Box C-5371, Seattle, WA. 98105 or Harborview Medical Trauma Center, 325 9th Ave., Seattle, WA, 98104.
Arrangements are by Flintofts Issaquah Funeral Home.

Chuck Jacobi
Chuck E. Jacobi, 73, of Issaquah, died on Feb. 27, 2000.
A memorial mass was held on March 6 by his family members in Valley, Neb. Mr. Jacobi was born on May 28, 1926, in Cedar Rapids, Neb., the son of Henry and Clare Jacobi. He was raised on a farm.
He "hiked all over Germany" with the Third Infantry Division of the U.S. Army in 1946.
He returned in 1950, and married Marilyn Gilliam. They settled in Valley, Neb., and for the next 35 years Mr. Jacobi worked selling irrigation systems to farmers throughout the western United States and Canada.
The family moved west in the 1960s. They lived in Yakima and Richland. They also spent time in Boise, Idaho; Billings, Mont.; and Incline Village, Nev.
Mr. Jacobi was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church and American Legion Post No. 58 in Nebraska.
In his leisure hours Mr. Jacobi enjoyed his family, his grandchildren, laughter and good storytelling.
Survivors include his wife of 50 years; son Michael and his wife Jennifer Jacobi of New Orleans, La.; daughter Christine and her husband Sandy McDade of Issaquah; brother John Jacobi of Valley, Neb.; and four grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents and sister Esther Taylor.
Remembrances are suggested to Alzheimers Association, 12721 30th Ave. N.E., Suite 101, Seattle, WA 98125.
Arrangements are by Flintoft's Issaquah Funeral Home.

Joshua Matthai
Joshua D. Matthai, 22, of Issaquah, died on Feb. 28, 2000, from injuries sustained in a motorcycle accident.
A gathering of family and friends was held on March 4 at the home of David and Pamela Matthai.
Mr. Matthai was born on Nov. 9, 1977, in Renton, the son of David Matthai and Diane Cruver. He graduated from Issaquah High School in 1996.
In his leisure hours, Mr. Matthai enjoyed sports, music and meeting new people. Survivors include his father of Issaquah; his mother of Auburn; brother Jerad of Mount Vernon; grandparents Rose Matthai of Issaquah and Elmer Woldseth of St. Peterburg, Fla.; and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.
Remembrances are suggested to Kids at Risk, c/o Carole Haigood at any Key Bank Branch.
Arrangements are by Flintoft's Issaquah Funeral Home.

Joseph Palermo
Joseph Thomas Palermo, 81, died on Feb. 28, 2000.
A funeral service was held on March 4 at Green's bellevue Funeral Chapel. Burial followed at Sunset Hills Memorial Park in Bellevue.
Mr. Palermo was born on Aug. 24, 1918, in Philadephia, Penn. He served in the Army during World War II. He spent his career as a Prudential insurance agent.
Survivors include his wife Anna of Issaquah; daughter Nancy Palermo of Issaquah; son Joseph Palermo Jr. and wife Joyce of Issaquah; three grandchildren of Issaquah; and sisters Dolores Furia and Rita Rosa, both of Philadelphia.

2001-04-26

Garfield R. Bensen
Garfield R. Bensen, Lt. Col. USAF (retired), died April 11 in Kirkland. He was 86.
Born Oct. 13, 1914, he lived in Bothell for 35 years. He was a graduate of Broadway High School and the University of Washington. As a member of the Boy Scouts of America, he obtained the ranking of Eagle Scout.
He is survived by his wife of 61 years, Helen Bensen; sons Garfield Bensen Jr., Ward Bensen and Samuel M. Bensen; three grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren.
Remembrances may be made to Chief Seattle Council, BSA. Cremation arrangements by Affordable Cremation Services, Bellevue.

Dolly Louise Hawks McMurtrey
Dolly Louise Hawks McMurtrey of Redmond died April 17 at Evergreen Hospital in Kirkland. She was 72.
Born August 22, 1928, in Seattle, she graduated from West Seattle High School. She lived in Redmond since 1962.
She was a housewife and a partner with her husband in many projects: thinning trees and trail maintenance contracts for the forest service, a vegetable farm and operation of a U-cut Christmas tree farm in the Sammamish Valley. She designed the family home that was built in 1962.
She was an active member of the Latter Day Saints church. She served as a leader and teacher in the primary, Sunday school and Women's Relief Society. She was a volunteer worker in the Seattle Latter Day Saints temple for 13 years. She served a 14-month senior mission in the Family History Center in Salt Lake City, where she enjoyed teaching patrons how to use the computers to do genealogy. 
McMurtrey enjoyed and became proficient in painting and making quilts. She also enjoyed growing flowers and landscaping.
She is survived by her husband Lawrence J. McMurtrey; sons Glenn McMurtrey of Honolulu, Hawaii, Gary W. Chesterfield of Ohio, David Scott of Loveland, Colo.; daughters Kathi McMurtrey of Bothell, LuAnn Summers of Queen Creek, Ariz., Jana Sifuentes of Redmond; brothers Clarence Vern Hawks, Sterling Hawks, Jerry Hawks, Richard Hawks; 29 grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren.
Services have been held. Memorial donations may be made to LDS Church Education Revolving Fund, c/o Bishop Bill Toone, 15327 184th Place N.E., Woodinville, Wash., 98072.

2001-06-07

Lester Matthew Rowan
Lester Matthew Rowan of Bothell died May 24, 2001 at the Evergreen Vista Convalescent Center in Kirkland. He was 80.
Born Feb. 24, 1921 in Prosser, he was the eldest son of Harvey and Amelia Rowan. The family moved to Hollywood Hill in Woodinville, and he graduated from Bothell High School in 1938.
Rowan served in the Air Force in World War II and was honorably discharged in 1946. He was employed at Boeing Aircraft Company in Seattle for 36 years as a pre-flight inspector. 
He was preceded in death by his parents and his younger brother William of Bothell. 
He is survived by his wife of 53 years, Elinor; daughters Carol Grout of Bothell, Barb Owan of Seattle, Donna Szekely of Arlington and Robin Berger of Woodinville; grandchildren Carry Schmitt of Enumclaw, David Grout of Arlington and T.J. Berger of Woodinville; and great-grandson Trevor Schmitt of Enumclaw.
Remembrances may be made to the Bear Creek Community Church.

Joseph J. Bollinger
Joseph J. Bollinger, retired firefighter, of Kenmore, died May 31, 2001, of a sudden heart attack. He was 71.
He is survived by his wife Marge; daughter Debbie; son Tim and wife Linda; grandchildren Larissa and Shane Johnson, Marieka Rogers, Valerie and Cassey Bollinger; brother C.J. (Duke) Bollinger of Bridgewater, S.D.
Services have been held. Inurnment will be held at 10 a.m. June 8 at Holyrood Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Medic One, American Heart Association or to Puget Sound Kidney Center.

Loren Harris Jenson
Loren Harris Jenson of Bothell died May 31, 2001, at his home. He was 10.
Loren was born Aug. 10, 1990, in Vallejo, Calif. 
Survivors include his parents, John and Kristen Jenson, and his sisters, Lila and Sarah Jenson.
A funeral service was held
Remembrances may be made to the Children's Hospital Foundation, P.O. Box C5371, Seattle, WA 98105-0371.
Green's Bellevue Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

2001-05-31

The Rev. Harold Victor Schmidt
The Rev. Harold Victor Schmidt, a resident of Bothell for 11 years, died of cancer May 25, 2001, at Franciscan Health Care in Bothell. He was 91. 
The Rev. Schmidt was born May 20, 1910, in Napoleonville, La. 
A Lutheran minister, he was a pastor in the Midwest for 23 years. His career included service in Flint, Mich., and Sheboygan, Wis., and also Hickory, N.C. The Rev. Schmidt was an avid reader and enjoyed studying church history. 
Survivors include his wife, Elsa; daughter Barbara Wegener of Pompano Beach, Fla.; sons Richard Schmidt of Woodinville and David Schmidt of Tacoma; five grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. 
Services have been held.

Valma June Fjellanger
Valma June Fjellanger of Bothell died May 24, 2001, at the Care Center at Kelsey Creek in Bellevue. She was 87.
Mrs. Fjellanger was born April 30, 1914, in Euclid, Minn. In 1932, she graduated from high school in Watford City, N.D. She graduated from Trinity Hospital School of Nursing in Minot, N.D., and became a registered nurse. On July 13, 1940, she married Alfred M. Fjellanger.
They lived in McKenzie County, N.D. In 1941, after the birth of their first child, they moved to Washington, settling near Lake Sammamish. Mr. and Mrs. Fjellanger worked in the Lake Washington Shipyards. They later moved to Kirkland, where she worked at Kirkland Dispensary. After the war, they moved to the Coal Creek area, now in Bellevue. 
In 1953, they bought a small truck stop and moved to High Point, and later added a motel to the truck stop. Mrs. Fjellanger continued to run the truck stop until the state purchased the land to build Interstate 90 in 1972. Mrs. Fjellanger moved to the Holly Hills neighborhood in Bothell and took a job as a unit secretary at Evergreen Hospital, where she worked until her retirement in 1988.
She was active in the Holly Hills Homeowners Association. Her family remembers her as a fiercely independent person who remained in her own home until five days before her death.
Her son Duane died in 1959, and her husband died in 1965.
Survivors include her son Lee; and four grandchildren.
Services have been held.
Remembrances may be made to the Alzheimer's Association, Western Washington Chapter, 12721 30th Ave. N.E., Suite 101, Seattle, WA 98125.
Green's Bellevue Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

2001-05-24

Jack H. Steele
Jack H. Steele of Bothell died May 2, 2001. He was 68.
Steele spent three years in the Navy stationed in the Panama Canal fishing on the Admiral's barge. After marrying his wife in 1961, Steele moved to the Bothell area. For 25 years he worked as a supervisor for Metro Transit.
He was active in Northshore Youth Soccer as past president and coach of the Leopards from the early 1970s through 1985. He coached one of the Northshore's first women's soccer team, the Rack-ups. He also enjoyed hunting and salmon fishing.
He is survived by his wife Gail; sons Gregory of Norton, Mass., and Kevin of Bothell; daughter Kelli Steele of Vancouver, Wash.; brother Kenneth Steele; and grandchildren Nathan, Andrew and Zachary of Norton, Mass.
Services have been held. Memorials may be made to Evergreen Hospice, 12822 124th Lane N.E., Kirkland, Wash. 98034.

Michael D. Anderson
Michael Douglas Anderson of Everett, formerly of Bothell, died May 17, 2001, at Providence Hospital in Everett. He was 50.
Mr. Anderson was born Dec. 5, 1950, in Richland. He was a 1970 graduate of Centralia High School. He worked in the Lewis County Opportunity Workshop for 14 years and at Custom Industries in Kenmore for five years. He enjoyed watching Mariners games.
Survivors include his mother, Evelyn Anderson of Bothell; his brothers Donald E. Anderson of Houston, Alaska, Charles L. Anderson of Tenino, John J. Anderson of Colville, James W. Anderson of Kennewick and Robert T. Anderson of Redmond; his sisters Genevieve L. Suelzle and Mary J. Miller, both of Bothell, and Patricia C. Gavin of Bellevue; and many nieces and nephews.
Services have been held.
Remembrances may be made to Children's Hospital and Regional Medical Center, 4800 Sandpoint Way N.E., Seattle, WA 98105.

2001-08-09

Robert and Kristina Henderson
Robert George Henderson, 55, and Kristin Berna Henderson, 52, died July 29, 2001, in a plane crash.
The Hendersons are survived by three daughters, Deborah, Shelly and Beth. Other survivors include Robert's mother, Lois; his two brothers and their families; Kristin's mother, Lucile; and her two sisters and their families; and numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. 
Robert was preceded in death by his father and sister. Kristin was preceded in death by her father.
Memorial services have been held. A fund to support the surviving children has been established at Citybank North Bothell Office, P.O. Box 12023, Bothell, WA 98012-0923. Those wishing to make donations to the Bob and Kris Henderson, Troy and Becky Fausey Memorial Fund may do so at any Citybank branch in the area.

Troy Martz Fausey and Becky Thora Fausey
Troy Martz Fausey died July 29 in a plane crash. He was 27. His wife, Becky Thora Fausey, died Aug. 1 as a result of injuries sustained in the accident. She was 25.
Troy was born Dec. 21, 1973, in Willimantie, Conn. He graduated from Hanford High School in Richland in 1992 and attended Columbia Basin Community College in Pasco. He also attended the Fire Academy at Bates Technical School in Tacoma.
Becky was born Nov. 21, 1975, in Edmonds. She graduated from Bothell High School in 1994. She worked as a nanny before obtaining training in the insurance field. She also had been trained as an orthodontic assistant.
The couple married July 17, 1998 and lived in Everett before moving to Graham, where Troy started work as a firefighter for the Sumner Fire Department.
Troy is survived by his mother and stephfather, Paul and Sharon Turner of Oregon; his father and stepmother Barry and Andrea Fausey of Connecticut; brother and sister-in-law Barry ``BJ'' and Kari Fausey and their daughter Nicole ``Peanut'' Fausey; stepbrother Patrick Turner; stepsisters Molly Turner, Jennifer and Tarah Byrnes.
Becky was preceded in death by her parents, who also died in the plane crash.
She is survived by her sisters Deborah, Shelly and Beth; and grandparents Lois and Lucile.
A memorial service has been held. 

Lanita M. Fox Graham
Lanita M. Fox Graham died Aug. 2, 2001, in Bothell. She was 79.
She was born March 8, 1922, in Trinidad, Wash., to Harold and Edith Fox. She married James E. Graham on Sept. 14, 1945, in Wenatchee, where the couple lived for 20 years.
She is survived by her husband, James E. Graham of Bothell; sons Mark, Michael, Kent and Kevin, all of Washington; brother Harold ``Pete'' Fox and his wife Barbara; brother-in-law Max Goodman; numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews.
Memorial services to be announced. Remembrances may be directed to the American Arthritis Foundation or the American Diabetes Association.
Arrangements by Bothell Funeral Home.

Alice Touchette
Alice Touchette, a longtime Bothell resident, died May 18, 2001. She was 90.
She was born Sept. 17, 1910, in Helena, Mont. She was a charter member of St. Brendan's Catholic Church and the St. Agnus Guild.
She was preceded in death by her husband of 53 years, Claude M. Touchette.
She is survived by daughter Sally Moser; son William Touchette; grandchildren Brett Camplejohn, Cammie Pulgado, Carrise Murray, Candra Campbell and W. Corey Touchette.
A memorial service has been held.

Russell N. Nicholas 
Russell N. Nicholas died July 30, 2001, in Bothell. He was 87. 
He was born Oct. 23, 1913, in Lake Linden, Mich., the son of Alfred and Mable (Pierce) Nicholas.
He is survived by his wife of 66 years, Eleanor Nicholas; sons Arthur Nicholas (Wava) and Kenneth Nicholas (Pat); three grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. 
Services have been held.

2001-08-02

Margaret DeLa Lord
Margaret DeLa Lord died July 21, 2001, in Bothell. She was 93.
She was born May 12, 1908, in Minneapolis, Minn. She retired from the Washington Dairy Association and was a member of the Clover Leaf Rebekah Lodge #54, Forest Hills Garden Club, Seattle Dahlia Society and the Evergreen Rose Society.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Allen. 
She is survived by her nephew, Clark Tyler, and a host of relatives and friends.
No services will be held at her request.

Linda Sue Bailey
Linda Sue Bailey, formerly of Bothell, died July 19, 2001. She was 43.
She was born Feb. 26, 1958, in Kirkland to Amy and Kenneth Bailey of Bothell. She was a part of a pioneering family that originally settled in the town of Grace during the 1800s.
At the turn of the century, her ancestors moved to Bothell, where they were able to get electricity. Bailey lived her entire life in Bothell with the exception of the past two years, which she spent living in Monroe.
She was preceded in death by her parents.
She is survived by her husband of 20 years, Sere Gouy; sons Jeremy and Hollan; daughter-in-law Vanessa; granddaughters Alycia and Amber; brother Gordon; and sisters Diane and Kenna. 
Services have been held.

Anne Paris Garson
Anne Paris Garson of Sebastopol, Calif., died July 23, 2001. She was 77.
She was born in Calcutta, India, to G.M. ``Jerry'' and Carolyn Lee Paris. In 1944, she married Sherman Victor Garson at St. Andrews Episcopal Church in Seattle. Her husband was sent to Hawaii/Pacific Theater until the end of World War II. She was employed at the Bothell Medical Clinic and her husband started the GARIS Company doing metallurgical work for various manufacturing companies.
The couple raised their four children in southern California, after which she completed her bachelor's degree in journalism. After retiring from 25 years of service to the state of California, plus five years with the federal government, she devoted her life to tireless volunteer work.
She was an avid athlete, having competed in many golf tournaments and masters distance swimming competitions. She had a great love for music and the arts and she was an accomplished musician, playing the piano and writing original compositions and musical comedies. She was also a writer, writing columns for the Northshore Citizen and articles for The Sonoma West sports section. She also enjoyed gardening.
After her husband's death, she moved back to the Northwest where she and her sister-in-law, Judy, helped her brother win a seat in the Washington State House of Representatives in 1989, and cared for her stepmother, Mary Paris, who died in 1992.
She is survived by her children, Gary Garson of Abilene, Texas; Gail Alioto of Santa Rosa, Calif.; Glen Garson of Garden Grove, Calif.; and Grant Garson of Sebastopol; daughters-in-law, Judy Garson and Melody Garson; brother Marshall Paris and wife Judy of Bothell; friend Polly Goring Hopkins of Fresno, Calif.; seven grandchildren; five nieces and nephews; and her ``adopted'' son, Jorge Garcia. 
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial contributions be made to any of the following charitable organizations: The Living Room Women's Shelter, P.O. Box 14056, Santa Rosa, CA 95401; Heavenly Treasures Thrift Shop; The Church of the Incarnation, 550 Mendocino Ave., Santa Rosa, CA 95401; Butterfly Thrift Shop and Church of the Redeemer, P.O. Box 82677, Kenmore, WA 98028.
A memorial service will be held at 4 p.m. Aug. 4 in the sanctuary of the Church of the Redeemer, 6211 N.E. 182nd, Kenmore, with a reception following. Her remains will join her parents and her husband in the Memorial Garden at the Redeemer.

2001-07-26

Mark Dwayne Coleman
Mark Dwayne Coleman of Woodinville died July 18, 2001, at Evergreen Hospital in Kirkland. He was 51. 
Mr. Coleman was born Aug. 2, 1949, in Renton. Following graduation from Bothell High School in 1967, Mr. Coleman enlisted in the Army, earning the rank of Private First Class before being discharged in 1971. 
Mr. Coleman was employed as an auto mechanic and his interests included Harley Davidson motorcycles. 
Survivors include Mr. Coleman's father, Boyd Coleman of Woodinville; sisters Juliana Duffy of Fall City, Kazzandra Quade of Seattle, Mariana Lake of Renton and Marie Currie of Clearview; and brothers Brendan Coleman and Thomas Coleman, both of Woodinville.
A funeral service has been held. No burial will be held.

Raymond D. Normile
Raymond Davis Normile of Kenmore died July 14, 2001, at Evergreen Hospital in Kirkland. He was 89.
Mr. Normile was born May 4, 1912, on his family's farm in Purcell, Kan. When he was 14, his family moved west along Route 66 to settle in Aberdeen. He was a graduate of Weatherwax High School in Aberdeen, where he lettered in football, basketball and track. He played football at Grays Harbor Community College and transferred to Central Washington University, where he earned a bachelor's degree. He taught in Benton City and later became a teacher, coach and principal at Kennewick High School for nine years. At Kennewick, he met the woman who would become his wife, Lorene Belair. They were married for 62 years.
In the fall of 1942, they moved to New York so he could earn a master's degree at Columbia University. Mrs. Normile took a job to supplement his income as a teacher and coach at Passaic Valley High School in Little Falls, N.J. That year, he led the school's football and basketball teams to state championships. He returned to Kennewick in 1943 to take a position as principal and basketball coach, leading the team to its first state tournament in 1944. 
After a stint of military service during World War II, Mr. Normile took a job at Queen Anne High School, teaching boys' health and Washington history and coaching basketball, football, baseball and track. During his 21 years as head coach, the Queen Anne basketball team finished in the upper division 12 times and earned its only place in the state tournament in 1965.
After his retirement, he enjoyed teaching driver's education and golf.
Survivors include his son, David Normile; his daughter, Sherry Normile-Isenhath; four grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews.
A memorial service has been held. Remembrances may be made to the Men of Queen Anne High School Ray Normile Memorial Basketball Scholarship, P.O. Box 294, Bothell, WA 98041, or the charity of the giver's choice.
Evergreen-Washelli Funeral Home in Seattle is in charge of arrangements.
Raymond Davis Normile died July 14 after a year of struggles following heart surgery. He was 89.
He was the last of five siblings born to Frances and Jessie Normile on their Purcell, Kansas farm. The Kansas farm was home through age 14, where he attended the one-room schoolhouse named after the Normile Family. In Jan. 1927, the family left Kansas for Aberdeen, Wash.
He played football, basketball, track and made all conference in football at Weatherwax High School. His college years began at Grays Harbor Community College where he was transferred to Central Washington University earning a work scholarship. There he lettered in football and basketball playing for the legendary coach, Leo Nicholson. 
His first teaching/coaching position upon graduation in 1936 was at Benton City High School and a year later he moved to Kennewick High School to coach and teach for the next nine years. There he met Lorene Belair, his wife of 62 years.
In the fall of 1942, the couple headed to New York's Columbia University where he earned his master's degree. While attending Columbia, he coached and taught at Passaic Valley High School in Little Falls, N.J. That year he led Passaic to state in football and basketball.
They returned to Kennewick High School in 1943, where he accepted the job as principal and head basketball coach. Under his leadership, Kennewick went to their first state tournament in basketball. He left Kennewick to enter service for World War II. When the war ended, Ray and Lorene moved to Seattle as Queen Anne High School became his home for the next 21 seasons. There he coached football, basketball, baseball and track.

2001-10-25

Earl W. MacRobert died Oct. 13, 2001, in Bothell. He was 91.
He was born Dec. 25, 1909, in Seattle to Thomas MacRobert and Annie (Parker) MacRobert, and grew up in Rainier Beach. He attended Franklin High School and joined the National Guard shortly thereafter. 
During the Great Depression he worked for the Civilian Conservation Corps. During the 1930s he learned the craft of printing. Upon the outbreak of World War II, he enlisted in the Army-Air force, serving as a printer for its duration. Immediately after the war, he went to work as a printer for Safeco Insurance, a job he held until his retirement in 1973. 
He was a talented musician, playing seven instruments and was a member of the Salvation Army Marching Band. He loved hiking, camping and rock hunting. He was also an avid reader and punster and loved word play.
He was preceded in death by his wife of 56 years, Barbara MacRobert.
He is survived by son Tom of Olympia; nephew Richard McDermott of Kirkland; great nieces and nephews.
Services have been held. Arrangements by Bothell Funeral Home. Memorial contributions may be made to Catholic Community Services. 

Ronald L. Oliver
Ronald L. Oliver of Tacoma, died Oct. 15, 2001. He was 58.
Oliver was a 1961 graduate of Bothell High School and has lived in Tacoma for the last 27 years. He worked in the brewing industry.
He is survived by his wife of 36 years, Pat Oliver; three children; six grandchildren; mother Elsie J. Oliver; brother and sister-in-law Don and Nancy Oliver; many nieces, nephews, friends and extended family.
Memorial services have been held.

Viola Barnard Wooton
Viola Barnard Wooton of Kirkland, formerly of Bothell, died of cancer Sept. 16, 2001, in Woodinville. She was 82. 
Mrs. Wooton was born May 2, 1919, in Blackfoot, Idaho. She graduated from Blackfoot High School, then worked for the local telephone company and a local doctor's office.
She married Marlow V. Wooton Oct. 20, 1939. They lived in Blackfoot; Layton, Utah; Coeur d'Alene, Idaho; Clarkston; Long Beach, Calif.; Sumner; Salinas, Calif.; Garden Grove, Calif.; and Bothell. 
She served in the Relief Society Association of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and worked at Ostrom's Drugs in Kenmore.
Mrs. Wooton was active in the Seattle Garden Club and the Northshore Senior Center. 
Survivors include sons Marlow B. Wooton, Michael D. Wooton and Mark S. Wooton, all of the Seattle area; daughters Kathleen N. Riley of Mission Viejo, Calif., and Wendy K. Bartholomew of the Seattle area; 16 grandchildren; and 22 great-grandchildren. 
Services have been held.
Acacia Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Sheila Lynn Greytak 
Sheila Lynn Greytak of Bothell died as a result of an accident Oct. 16, 2001, in Seattle. She was 54.
Mrs. Greytak was born Aug. 11, 1947, in Valley City, N.D. She had lived in King County for 39 years. She was employed as an executive assistant with the Seattle company Seattle's Best.
She was a member of Bethlehem Lutheran Church and North Hill Christian Church in Spokane and Wild Women of Work book club. She volunteered for United Way and was a supporter of Planned Parenthood, local schools and drama clubs. She was a lifelong advocate for peace.
Survivors include her husband, David Greytak of Bothell; daughter Ruth Esther Burr of Issaquah; brother Jim Eliason of Roy, Utah; sister Jeanette Zimmerman of Redmond; her mother, Shirley Eliason of Renton; and her father, Michael Burr of Issaquah. 
Services have been held.
Remembrances may be made by leaving a message at DLSLGreytak@WorldNet.ATT.Net or CAIKA83@Home.com.
Faull-Stokes Mortuary in Renton is in charge of arrangements.

Carl Douglas Beckstrom
Carl Douglas Beckstrom died Oct. 18, 2001, in Bothell. He was 93.
He was born Oct. 2, 1908, in Bothell. He was the grandson of Bothell pioneers Andrew and Augusta Beckstrom.
After retiring from the dairy business, Beckstrom served many years helping others at the Bothell Food Bank.
He was preceded in death by son Douglas and sister Beverly Adams.
He is survived by his wife of 70 years, Alice; grandson Kyle; sister Marjorie Dunstan of Eugene, Ore.; sister Frances Watson and husband Arthur of Sacramento, Calif.; and sister Glennis (Babe) Donelson and husband Ed of Bothell.
At his request, no services will be held.

2001-10-18

Grace J. Hurd died Oct. 9, 2001, in Kirkland. She was 85.
She was born to David and Esther Jones Dec. 4, 1915, in Moorhead, Minn. She graduated from Moorhead Teachers College and was a fifth and sixth grade teacher. After she was married and had children, she returned to teaching as a substitute, mostly in the Crown Hill and Ballard area elementary schools. She was active in PTA at Crown Hill Elementary, Ballard High School, and chaperoned school trips, ski school, and other activities. 
For many years she was a hostess at the Tea Room at Frederick and Nelson department store in downtown Seattle. She loved to dance, and with her husband Bob, was a member of the Starlighters formal dance club. She was a member of the 11th Church of Christ, Scientist. She also enjoyed camping and hiking with her family.
During her later years she was an active volunteer and member of the Northshore Senior Center, where she was chairman of the walking group. She traveled widely, often with her many friends from the Northshore Senior Center.
She was preceded in death by her husband of 31 years, Robert G. Hurd and son, David J. Hurd.
She is survived by son Douglas R. Hurd of Spokane and daughter Sandra H. Borgman of Bothell.

Grace L. Beetem
Grace L. Beetem of Bothell died Oct. 8, 2001, at Evergreen Hospice in Kirkland after a two-year battle with cancer. She was 90.
She married Arden Dayton in 1929 and had two children. In 1944, she married O.E. (Charlie) Stephens. After his death in 1965, she taught cosmetology at Excelsior Youth College in Aurora, Colo. Upon her retirement in 1979, the school, a federal facility, named a newly finished building the Grace L. Beetem Building, in honor of her achievements.
In 1980, she married Harold E. Beetem. The couple moved to Yuma, Ariz. and became active travelers in their motor home with the Cactus Campers. They relocated to Bothell in 1989. They continued their travels to such places as Yellow Knife in the Yukon Territory, Australia and New Zealand.
She was preceded in death by husband, retired Air Force Maj. Harold E. Beetem, and son Ronald A. Dayton.
She is survived by daughter Faye Swanson; son-in-law D. Floyd Swanson; daughter-in-law Margaret Dayton; sister Maxine Smith; brother Al Johnson; sister-in-law Thelma Johnson; grandchildren David, Scott, Miles, Peter; eight great-grandchildren; and one great-great granddaughter.

John B. HasBrouck
John B. HasBrouck of Olympia, died Oct. 4, 2001, at his home. He was 49.
He was preceded in death by mother, Patricia HasBrouck.
He is survived by father John (Jack) HasBrouck and wife Ruby of Tacoma; sister Linda Garrett and husband Patrick of Great Barrington, Mass.; sister Robin HasBrouck of Bothell; nephew Brian Garrett and wife Karen of Homer, N.Y.; nephew Kyle Garrett of Great Barrington, Mass.; and special friend Eileen Goebel.
Memorial services have been held. Remembrances may be made to New Hope Christian Church, 3443 Lilly Road N.E., Olympia, WA 98506.

Laura Eriksen
Laura Persons Eriksen of Bothell died of cardiac arrest Oct. 8, 2001, at Bothell Franciscan Health Care. She was 78.
Mrs. Eriksen was born July 18, 1923, in Chadron, Neb. She married Robert Eriksen in 1943 in Portland, Ore. She worked at Jansen Woolen Mills in Portland making sweaters and silk parachutes for GIs during World War II. She also was a Sheldon High School salad chef for 20 years until her retirement in 1981. 
Over the years, she and her husband enjoyed square dancing, bowling and playing pinochle. She won an Evergreen State Fair drawing for four tickets on Alaska Airlines to visit Alaska for two weeks in 1989. She also enjoyed watching baseball, from Mariners games to those played by her sons and grandsons, her family said. 
Her husband of 53 years died in 1996.
Survivors include her sons Dwayne Eriksen of Albuquerque, N.M., and Dr. Steven Eriksen of Redmond; sisters Ethyl Bowman of Seattle and Betty Van Blaricom of Joseph, Ore.; and her brother Harold Persons of Portland.
No service will be held.
Remembrances may be made to the American Diabetes Association, 557 Roy St., Seattle, WA 98109. 

2001-10-11

Cornelis Roks, formerly of Bothell, died Oct. 3, 2001, of cancer at Kelsey Creek in Bellevue. He was 79.
Born Sept. 29, 1922, in Bergen, North Holland, he emigrated to the United States in March 1960. 
Roks worked in within the international banking community, which allowed him to travel all over the world. 
He relocated to Redmond in 1990. From then until his retirement, he continued to work in the banking industry with Seafirst Bank in downtown Seattle.
He enjoyed spending time with family and friends, bike riding and traveling. He spoke seven languages.
He is survived by his wife, Grace Francis-Lau; children Olga, Cornelis Jr., Karen, Beverley, Christine and David; and eight grandchildren.
Memorial services have been held. In lieu of flowers, the family requests remembrances be made to the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center.

Grace M. Celestine-Egawa
Grace M. Celestine-Egawa, formerly of Woodinville, died Oct. 2, 2001, at the Little Bear Creek Assisted Living facility on the Lummi Indian Reservation near Bellingham. She was 85.
She was born Oct. 27, 1915 on the reservation and was one of seven children born to Francis and Aurelia Celestine. She attended Chemawa Indian Boarding school in Salem, Ore., and later moved to Seattle, where she met her husband Fred Y. Egawa. 
After World War II, the couple moved to Woodinville, where they made their home and raised their three children. They also lived in Portland, Ore., Suquamish and Mill Creek. After the death of her husband, she moved back to her home at Lummi.
She enjoyed working with young people and was one of the first mothers to work with the Cub Scouts in the Cottage Lake area. She also devoted much of her time working with the PTA at Woodinville Elementary. She enjoyed doing stitchery work and was an excellent pastry maker, which was her profession. 
She is survived by her children Marie, Fred Jr. (Marie), and Jim Egawa (Kris); grandchildren Litonya (Richard), Chenoa, Keith, Teresa, Kenneth, Aaron, David, and Donald (Chris); and great-grandchildren Kyle, Andrew and Chantell.
Memorial services have been held.

Martha C. Prater
Martha C. Prater, known by many as Aunt Martha or Aunt Marcy, died Sept. 26, 2001. She was 85.
She was born Jan. 11, 1916, as Martha Vacknitz in South Dakota, the first of 17 children. She married Dean Prater in 1932 and moved to Seattle. The couple purchased an acre of land in the Moorlands in 1939, where they built a home and raised three children.
Prater spent 30-plus years preparing and serving meals for the children at Kenmore and Arrowhead elementary schools. Children, teachers and delivery men remember not only Prater, but her special peanut butter cookies and cinnamon rolls.
She was preceded in death by her husband.
She is survived by sons Calvin (Amedee) of Wenatchee and Glen (Pearl) of Shoreline; daughter Andrea of Edmonds; two brothers; three sisters; seven grandchildren; and eleven great-grandchildren. 
At her request, no services will be held. 

Janet Nims
Janet Nims, a longtime Bothell resident, died Oct. 4, 2001. She was 87.
Born Nov. 24, 1913 in Snohomish to James and Jane Porter. She attended school in Snohomish and later graduated from the University of Washington with a degree in dietetics and home economics. 
Nims, along with her husband Bruce, owned Nims Electric, a longtime business in Bothell. She was a member of the Bothell Historical Society and the Bothell Garden Club. 
She was preceded in death by husband Bruce and daughter Nicolyn Parsons.
She is survived by daughter and son-in-law Nancy and Don Sparling of Seattle; son-in-law Steve Parsons of Sunnyvale, Calif.; grandchildren Matthew Sparling, Bruce Parsons, Susan Ress; niece Jane Turner; and nephew James Taylor.
Memorial services have been held. Arrangements by Bothell Funeral Home. Remembrances may be made to Bothell Fire and EMS or to Bothell United Methodist Church.

2002-01-17

William ``Bill'' Shinner, 87, died Jan. 2 at Evergreen Hospice Center in Kirkland.
He was born in Elma 1914 and was one of eight children.
Bill had been a Bothell resident for 27 years.
He and his wife, Johanna, recently celebrated their 65th wedding anniversary.
The couple had owned a Snoqualmie TV business for 38 years -- until 1974 -- when they took over as managers of Green Acres Mobile Home Park in Bothell. 
The couple had six children, Kathie, Bobbie, Ed, Jack, Eileen and Dottie.
Memorials are suggested to be sent to Evergreen Hospice Center in Kirkland.

Elizabeth Poessinger
Elizabeth Poessinger of Bothell died Dec. 29, 2001, in Bothell. She was 91.
Born Jan. 2, 1910, in Murnau, Germany, she came to the United States in 1954. She attended night school to learn English, and became a citizen in 1959. She, along with her daughter and son-in-law, started the Schnitzelbank Restaurant in Kenmore. Mrs. Poessinger was known as ``Oma'' to customers who frequented the Bavarian-style restaurant during its heyday.
Survivors include her daughter, Hildegard McKissen of Bothell; foster daughter Ursula Paar of Kirkland; two grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.
A private service has been held.
Remembrances may be made to a charity of the donor's choice.

Vern Irwin Miller
Vern Irwin Miller, a longtime Woodinville resident, died Jan. 4, 2002. He was 88.
He was born Nov. 26, 1913, in Seattle and graduated from Bothell High School in 1932. He was an active member of the local community and owned and operated a vegetable farm in the Sammamish Valley for more than 30 years. He was an avid supporter of local sports and Husky football and founded Little League Baseball in the Bothell area in 1953.
He is survived by his wife, Letha; brother, Bart; sons, Jack and Jerry; four granddaughters and 10 great-grandchildren.
In lieu of flowers, the family has requested that donations be made to Children's Orthopedic Hospital or a favorite charity.

Elsie J. Oliver
Elsie J. Oliver of Kenmore died Dec. 30, 2001, in Edmonds. She was 93.
She was preceded in death by husband Herbert E. Oliver and son Ronald Oliver.
She is survived by son Don (Nancy) Oliver of Kenmore; daughter-in-law Pat Oliver of Tacoma; five grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; and sister Jane Kelley.
At her request, no services will be held. Memorial donations are suggested to the Cancer Society. Arrangements by Bothell Funeral Home.

Rosemary Sherwin
Rosemary Sherwin of Mill Creek died Dec. 26, 2001. She was 92.
She was born April 27, 1909, in Elizabeth, N.Y. and lived in the Bothell/Mill Creek area for the last 20 years. She worked for Todd Naval Shipyard in Long Beach, Calif. before moving to the area. She was a member of the Northshore Senior Center and attended the Kenmore Eagles. She loved painting and pottery.
She is survived by son Gordon (Sharon) Kirshman; grandchildren Lori, Karen, Jeff, Gary, Curt, and Kim; seven great-grandchildren; and sisters Jenny Johnston and Ethel Folts. 
Services have been held. 

Erich Brian Jensen
Erich Brian Jensen of Bothell died suddenly at home Dec. 29, 2001. He was 19.
He was born June 19, 1982, in Seattle.
He is survived by parents Dale and Anita Boyd and Brian Jensen; sister Erin Jensen of Bothell; grandparents Marguerite Boyd of Seattle, Melva and Albert Cominitti of Edmonds, and Harold and Arlene Jensen of Edmonds; and several aunts, uncles, cousins and other relatives.
Services have been held. 

2001-12-20

Maxwell H. Logsdon
Maxwell H. Logsdon of Bothell died Dec. 10, 2001, of lymphoma cancer at Evergreen Hospital in Kirkland. He was 74. 
He was born Oct. 8, 1927, in Seattle. He served as radio operator in the Merchant Marines and was a boilermaker and sheet metal worker. He graduated from the University of Washington and taught at Madrona Junior High School.
The Logsdons purchase the Keener Building in 1976 and remodeled it to accommodate many businesses, including the family business, Logsdon's Apparel and Hairstyling. During Christmas, Logsdon would play Santa in the Logsdon's Children Department. He was very involved in the Downtown Revitalization Program that saw many changes in the Main Street lighting and parking.
Logsdon spent the last few years in Vaughn on his property and the adjoining 35-acre family forest, where he spent hours on his tractor building trails and reforesting the land. He liked being called the ``Gentleman Forester.'' His son will be building a Max Logsdon Memorial trail.
He is survived by his wife, Marilyn (Lynn); son Dwight Alan Logsdon; daughter-in-law Paula Logsdon; grandchildren Marcus and Cheree; brother Donald Logsdon; and half-brother Tommy Logsdon.
A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. Dec. 29 at Lakebay Community Church, 11 Cornwall Road KPN, Lakebay, Wash. Call (253) 884-3899 for information.
Donations may be sent to the Max Logsdon 2002 Scholarship Fund at Hope Project, an alternative high school of the Northshore School District. The program is housed in the Logsdon Building, 10124 Main Street, Bothell, Wash. 98011.

2001-12-13

Cloyce (Kork) Lee Odgers
Cloyce (Kork) Lee Odgers of Kenmore died Dec. 1, 2001. He was 73.
He was born Dec. 18, 1927, in Colorado Springs, Colo. He was a Korean War veteran, member of the 179th regiment of the 45th Infantry Division. He was a Master Craftsman for more than 40 years. 
He is survived by his wife Janet; sons David and Steven (Nancy); and grandchildren Danielle, Cory and Hannah.
A Celebration of Life will be held from 2-4 p.m. Dec. 15 at the Wyndham Garden Hotel in Bothell. In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be given to the Kenmore Fire Department.