Obitituaries

Obituaries

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WB Kenneth Leffler

Kenneth Leffler of Puyallup, passed away Saturday September 7, 2002, at the age of 82. He enjoyed oil painting, was a Elder at the 1st Christian Church of Puyallup, a member of the Corinthian Masonic Lodge of Puyallup. Most of all he loved spending time with his family and friends. He was preceded in death his by his daughter Barbara Leffler, parents John and Lora Leffler. Survivors include his wife of 45 years Betty Ann, son John (Ruth) Leffler, and grandchildren Amanda Leffler and Kaelynn Sant, sisters Winifred Burd and Wanda Gotchy, and brother Jim Leffler, and numerous nieces, nephews and friends.
A memorial service will be 11:00am Thursday, September 12, 2002 at the 1st Christian Church of Puyallup, 623 9th Ave SW. Memorial contributions may be made to the church.

Thomas Bryan Scott, Jr.

Died Tuesday, September 10, 2002 in Kennewick, WA. Tom was born May 29, 1921 in Morgan County, Missouri to Thomas B. Scott and Alice Catherine (Leib) Scott. He graduated from Joplin High School in 1940. Tom was proud to have served his country in WWII with the 8th Air Force 398th Bomber Group, and served overseas in England. After returning home, Tom joined his family in relocating to the state of Washington. In 1950 he returned to Missouri to make Florence Lillian Goddard his bride and together they made their new home in Puyallup, where they lived together for nearly fifty years. Tom learned several trades in his early working life, settling in the sheet metal business. He formed Scott & From Sheet Metal in 1964 and he retired in the late 1970’s. After their retirement, Tom and Florence traveled together throughout the United States, making a trip to England and France shortly before Florence’s death in 2000. Tom enjoyed sports and participated in basketball during his high school years, and later played baseball in Puyallup. He became a member of Linden Golf & Country Club and made many friends playing golf there. He was a member of the Masons, Corinthian Lodge, Afifi Shrine Patrol, Jesters, and the Puyallup Elks. Tom is survived by daughter and son-in-law Cassandra and Jim Lake; grandson Scott Lake, grand- daughter Joanna Lake; sisters Eleanor Scott, Arreta Pasnick and Helen Foster; brother-in-law and wife Les and Mickey Carpenter; niece Caryl Thomason, nephews Fred Carpenter, Mark Reynolds; friends Faith Weems and Joe Osborne; other friends and family. A special thank you goes to the nurses and staff of the Tri-Cities Chaplaincy Hospice House, where Tom “lived” until he died. Family and friends are invited to join together for a graveside memorial service and dedication on Sunday, September 22, 2002, 2:30 PM at Woodbine Cemetery in Puyallup, followed by a gathering at Linden Golf & Country Club, 2519 E. Main, Puyallup.

Jo Frances Magin

Jo was a loving wife, caring mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister and friend. Jo died suddenly October 30, 2002. Born in the South Bay area of Olympia, WA on October 23, 1928 to Jack B. and Eneid Sturdevant Swayne. Preceded in death by sister Yvonne Swayne and half-brother Edgar Swayne. Resident of Puyallup since 1944, graduating from Puyallup High School in 1947. Married John Walter Magin of Westminster, Maryland in July, 1949. Survived by children Jackie Bekken, Judy Dogeagle, Jerry (Sharon) Magin, Jeanette Turner, Jeff Magin, James (Paula) Magin; 18 grandchildren, 6 great-grand-children; sister Ida Hautajarvi of Tacoma, Rena Warner of Orting, Hazel Swayne of Olympia, Irma (Tom) Bast of Columbia, MD; and numerous nephews and nieces. Retired from Puyallup School District Food Services. After retirement, Jo worked at Camp Singing Wind Camp Fire Camp in Toledo, WA as camp cook, and volunteered yearly at the Young Life BBQ booth at the Fair. Eastern Star 53-year member; Past Matron of Naomi, Puyallup and Tacoma Chapters; Daughters of the Nile; Valley Sewing Circle, where she used her love of sewing and embroidery to create quilts for Shriner’s Hospital; Puyallup Rainbow Past Mother Advisory; Assembly Great-Grandmother- Potts of Gold Committee. Viewing Nov. 3, 3-7 PM, Hill Funeral Home, Puyallup. Services to be held Nov. 4, 3 PM, United Methodist Church, 1919 W. Pioneer, Puyallup. At the family’s request, in lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to the Shriner’s Children’s Hospital, Portland, OR.

WB Boone Willmott

The loves of Boone’s life were his flying, his river rafting, his farm in Graham and his wife Judy, not necessarily in that order. He was born April 21st, 1927 in Puyallup, WA and lived in the area all his life. He was in the Navy at the end of WWII and later learned to fly on the GI bill. Most of the time he flew just for the fun of it, but he also flew skydivers out of Thun Field for many years, dropped cargo on Mt. Rainier for Tacoma Mt. Rescue, flew on many searches for downed airplanes and also flew for aerial photographer Winfield Brown. Their photographs appeared many times on the cover of the magazine section of the Tacoma News Tribune. He married Judy in 1965 and together they built their lob cabin “dream home” on 40 acres in Graham. It was Boone’s wish to die in his “own little log cabin” instead of in the hospital. He got his wish Sept. 26th, 2002. Boone worked at Fort Lewis as an operating engineer for 38 years. After he retired, he and Judy took up river rafting and many wet and wild weekends were spent paddling with friends. The highlight of his summer for 8 years was a five day raft/kayak trip with friends and relatives down the Salmon River in Idaho. Everyone took good care of Boone because he was the only one who hauled a motor along and ferried everybody out on the last 20 miles of slow water. Boone was a past Master of Corinthian 38 Masonic Lodge in Puyallup, charter member of the Western Travelairs Flying Club and Puget Sound Paddle Club and a former member of the Tacoma Mushroom Society. Boone was preceded in death by his mother Eva Willmott of Puyallup. Survivors include his wife and best friend, Judy; daughter Cindy Bugg; sons Stephen Willmott and Bill Willmott; sister Nina Tucker-Gibbons; brother Carl Willmott; nine grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be held at the Thrift Community Hall, 13202 224th St. in Graham on Wed., Oct. 2nd at 11 AM. As Boone jokingly requested, “in lieu of flowers, bring food.” A potluck will follow.

WB MILTON A. COLE

Milton Cole was born February 1, 1912 in Puyallup and passed away on February 21, 2003. He graduated from Puyallup High School in 1932 and attended the University of Washington. Milton was a resident of Puyallup his entire life. He and wife Joy (Lundrigan) celebrated their 66th wedding anniversary in November. During WWII, Milt owned and operated the Shell service station, north of the post office, for ten years. From 1952 to 1972, he worked in Civilian Personnel at McChord AFB. After retiring, he and Joy traveled, hiked and cycled throughout the US and Canada. He always enjoyed Mt. Rainier and the ride to Paradise. Milton’s hobbies included photo- graphy, gardening and working in his shop. He was a 32-degree Mason and a 60-year member of Corinthian Lodge, Scottish Rite and the Shrine. Blessed with a beautiful voice, Milt sang in the Orpheus men’s choir well into his 80’s. Preceded in death by 3 sons, Charles, Donald and Robert; also by a sister, Erma Perry. Milton is survived by his wife Joy, numerous nieces and nephews and close neighborhood friends. At his request there will be no services. Remembrances may be made to the Junior Achievement fund at Corinthian Masonic Lodge, 1005 West Pioneer, Puyallup, WA 98371, or your favorite charity. Arrangements by Hill Funeral Home, 841-HILL (4455).

Marshall L. Stuckey

Marshall L. Stuckey, 74, resident of Puyallup, passed away in Puyallup on June 26, 2003. Marshall was born in Indianapolis, Indiana on Oct. 5, 1928 to Rose and Clarence Stuckey. He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Lindsey Stuckey; 1 son, Alan Stuckey (Marilyn); 1 daughter, Heather Hoof (Allen); 5 grandchildren; 1 sister, Marianne Fraser. Memorial donations may be made to the Good Samaritan Hospice Program. Memorial services will be held on Tues., July 1st, 2003 at 2:00 PM, Hill Funeral Home Chapel in Puyallup.

WB Murray F. Ferris

Murray Francis Ferris, 85, a resident of Puyallup, died Oct. 25, 2003 in Tacoma. He was born March 23, 1918 in Summit, Wash. to Margaret (Haney) and John Ferris. He was a foreman and worked at Crab Cannery in Westport, Wash. He was also a commercial fisherman and the owner and operator of his own ocean fishing boat. He was a longshoreman by profession and retired from the International Longshoreman workers’ union, Local No. 23 in 1980. He was a member and past Master of the Corinthian Masonic Lodge No. 38 F. and A.M. of Puyallup. He was a member and past High Priest with the Royal Arch of Tacoma. He was also a member of the Order of Amaranth. He was a 44-year member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles Lodge, Daffodil Aerie No. 2308 of Puyallup and a member of the H.O.W. Dance Club of Pierce County. He loved his family and ocean fishing. He was an avid golfer and proud that he made two holes-in-one in 2001. He was preceded in death by his sons Jake Ferris and Murray K. Ferris; sisters Jessie Talladay and Joy Medcalf; and brothers Art Ferris and Homer Ferris. He is survived by his wife Ruth (Nostrand) Ferris of Puyallup; daughter Judy Neubert of Apple Valley, Minn.; five grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; and a host of good friends and lodge brothers. Masonic memorial services will be at noon Oct. 30 at Hills Funeral Home Chapel in Puyallup. Private interment will be at Sumner Pioneer Cemetery in Puyallup.

BUD TILENDA

GONE FISHING Richard “Bud” Melvin Tilenda, resident of Puyallup, passed away in Puyallup on November 6, 2003 at the age of 79 years. He was born to Mary and Alfonse Tilenda in Wilkeson, Washington on May 31, 1924. He was a United States Navy Veteran and served our country during World War II in the South Pacific - Asiatic Theatre of Operations. He moved here to Puyallup in 1949. He was a Bottler by profession and worked for the Heidelberg Brewery in Tacoma and then the Rainier Brewery in Seattle, and retired in 1986. He was a member of the Corinthian Masonic Lodge #38 F.&A.M. of Puyallup, the Afifi Shrine Temple of Tacoma, a member and Past Worthy Patron of the Order of Eastern Star-Naomi Chapter #13 of Puyallup, the Benevolent & Protective Order of Elks Lodge of Forks, Washington; and the Teamsters Union Local #117 of Seattle. He loved his family and the outdoors and was an avid Northwest steelhead fisherman. He is survived by his loving wife of 54 years, Marianne (Holyan) Tilenda of Puyallup; one daughter, Linda Gayle Tilenda, also of Puyallup; one sister, Geraldine Wendiling of Seattle; two granddaughters, Jennifer Gayle and her husband Scott DuCharme of Puyallup, and Jodi Lynn and her husband Lawrence Boyd of Woodstock, Georgia; one great-grand- daughter, Makayla Boyd of Woodstock, Georgia; and a host of good friends and lodge brothers and sisters. Memorial services will be held on Wednesday, November 12, 2003 at 11:00 AM at Hill Funeral Home Chapel in Puyallup. Private interment. Remembrance donations are suggested to the Shriner’s Hospital for Crippled Children, P.O. Box 2472, Spokane, WA 99210-2472.

Gladys M. Wattenbarger

Gladys passed away November 24, 2003 in Puyallup, WA. She was born August 30, 1909 in Smith Center, Kansas to Charles and Martha Sutton. Gladys came to Puyallup in 1944. She was employed at J.C. Penney Co. in Puyallup until they purchased the Ben Franklin store on the corner of Meridian and Stewart, from 1947 to 1965. She was a member of the First Presbyterian Church of Puyallup and a Past Royal Matron of the Order of Amaranth - Rhododendron Court #8 of Puyallup. She was preceded in death by her husband Bob, her grandson Bobby, 1 sister and 4 brothers. She is survived by her son Bob and wife Joy. She was an awesome “Nan” to grandson Mark of South Prairie and great-grandchildren Sara and Daniel of Tacoma. The family extends special thanks to her loyal friends Eunice, Mary and Phyllis for never forgetting her; to Life Care Center of Puyallup; and Marge Hall and the caregivers of Good Samaritan Hospice for the wonderful care they gave Mom. By her request, there will be no (formal) service. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the charity of your choice. We don’t mourn her death, we remember how great she was in life.

RAY F. ADAMS

Jan. 18, 1922 - Feb. 18, 2004 Ray graduated from Puyallup High School in 1940. From high school, he proudly served in the Army from 1940-1945. Ray is survived by his sister, Ella Mae Fenn, and brother, Wayne Adams; 3 children, William Adams, Sandra Brown and Barbara Otten; 6 grandchildren, David, Jeff, Diana, Tim II, Christa, Bryan; and 4 great-grandchildren, Timmy, Annie, Alyssa and Ashlynn. Graveside services will be on Wednesday, Feb. 25th at 1 PM at Sumner City Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Cancer Society or Hospice of Tacoma.
Published in the News Tribune (Tacoma) on 2/22/2004.

Jane R. Lokken

3/14/32 - 7/17/04 Beloved Mother of daughter Valerie McDaniel, and grandchildren,
Demetrius, Sara, Laura, Christopher and Inga.
Jane was our current Worthy Matron of Naomi Chapter and
will be missed by all.

Gordon C. Golding
12-11-1918 to 9-11-2004

Gordon resided in Milton, WA. He was a teamster for many years, a member of the Puyallup Elks, the Tacoma Afifi Shrine, and a Mason in the Corinthian Lodge #38 of Puyallup. He and his wife owned and operated the Neptune Resort on Surprise Lake for 20 years. Gordon is survived by his loving wife, Evelyn, of 63 years; daughters Carolyn Bauer, Beverly Greco (John); three grandchildren, Keith Bauer, John M. Greco, Michelle Greco; and 6 great-grandchildren. Services will be held at 10:00 AM Wednesday, Sept. 15th in the Mt. View Garden Chapel. Memorial contributions may be made to the Shriners Children’s Hospital. Arrangements by Mountain View Funeral Home, 584-0252.

Frederick Lewis Green
12/17/23 - 11/7/04

Fred was born on Dec. 17, 1923 in Harrisville , Michigan . He moved to Tacoma in 1945. He is survived by Loretta, his wife of 61 years, and 3 children: Kathy (Nick) Doben, Lawrence (Kim) Green and Sheila (Larry) Hoffman. He is preceded in death by their daughter, Janet Turnbull, who passed away in 1996. The joys of Fred's life were his 11 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren. A WWII U.S. Navy veteran, Fred was a lifelong member of the VFW, DAV and the Masons. Fred, who never met a stranger" was employed in sales for many years and owned a wholesale grocery business. He’ll never be forgotten for his gift of turning a tale, his wry sense of humor and the love he had for his family. Fred would have said, “How's that for a legacy?” Don't shed a tear for me!"

Dorothy Oberg

Dorothy Rose Oberg, resident of Puyallup, passed away on November 24, 2004 at the age of 78 years. Dorothy was born in Kansas City, Missouri, the youngest of two children. She grew up in Puyallup, where she met Ray. In June 1943, at the ages of 17 and 18, they wed, and were married for 55 years. Dorothy enjoyed a long career as a real estate agent. She was a past Royal Matron of the Order of Amaranth - Rhododendron Court #8 of Puyallup and a member of the Order of Eastern Star - Naomi Chapter #13 of Puyallup. In 1998 she was preceded in death by her husband Ray. She is survived by one son, Raymond Jr., two daughters, Roseanna (Jim) and Paula (Wayne), eleven grandchildren, two great-grandchildren.
Published in the News Tribune (Tacoma) on 11/25/2004.

VW Brother Walter Challender Sr.

Brother Walt passed away Dec 15 at the age of 84, at his home. He is survived by his children Walter Jr, Gary, Marlene, Marilyn; several grand children and great-grandchildren.
Walter was a 32° Mason, District Deputy for District 15, Master of Corinthian Lodge in 1957 and numerous other lodges. He was also Worthy Patron of Vida and Naomi Chapters, Order of the Eastern Star.

Brother Walt will be greatly missed by us all. For the short time that I knew Walt, he always had a smile and a friendly handshake. He had just received his 50 years pin for his service to the Masonic fraternity.

His memorial service was held December 21st at Mt. View Funeral Home and went very well with a Masonic Service provided by Corinthian Lodge.

Robert M. Flint

Born February 9, 1931 in Tacoma, Washington to Marion M. and Josephine M. Flint, Robert passed away on Monday, February 14, 2005. He worked for Hooker Chemical Corporation and retired in 1993 after 40 years of service. He was an active member and Past Potentate of Afifi Shrine Temple in Tacoma. He is survived by his wife, Jean A. Flint, son Robert M. Flint Jr. (Kathy), daughters Deborah A. Davies (Duane), and Sheryl L. Reece (Roger), 5 grandchildren and 2 great- grandchildren. A memorial service will be held on Friday, February 25 at 1:00 p.m. at the Afifi Shrine Temple, 815 South Vassault Street in Tacoma, WA. Remembrances may be made to Shriner's Hospital for Children, 3101 SW Sam Jackson Park Rd., Portland, Oregon 97201-3095.

WB Ralph W. Harp

Born Oct. 17, 1926 in KY, WB Ralph passed away Feb. 16, 2005 at the age of 78 in Tacoma, WA. WB Ralph was a veteran of WWII and the Korean War.

He is a Past Master of Corinthian Lodge # 38 and Past Worthy Patron of Naomi Chapter # 13 in Puyallup, an Elk, past president of Tacoma Trail Cruisers and a Machinist for over 40 years.

He is survived by his beloved wife Vera of 53 years; daughters, Paige Devine (Tim), Robin Parris (Randy), Sandy Spencer, Pam McGahey (Greg); sons, Sean Harp and John Sasko (Mary) of OR; brother WB Alvin C. Harp (Iris) of CA; many nephews and nieces; beloved grandchildren and great grandchildren. WB Ralph was a loving father and husband who added much joy and happiness to our lives!

He will be greatly missed by all and it has been a blessing having him in our lives. Special thank-you to Dr. Jay Sacks, Dr. Patel, Dr. Brazina and Joanne, the nurses on the 5th floor at St. Joseph Hospital Cardiac PCU-B Quad, and the ambulance EMT's who made it possible for WB Ralph to fulfill his last wish to be home when he passed away.

Robert F. Heil

"Bob" Robert "Bob" F. Heil, 81, of Puyallup, passed away on March 9, 2005. He was born in Spanaway to Ben & Emma Heil on April 16, 1923. Preceded in death by brothers Roy, Harry, Wally and sister Addie. He is survived by his loving wife of 58-1/2 years, Mabel, daughter Susan Piper, son Steven (Sherry) Heil, daughter Peggy (Will) Kamstra, grandchildren Jamie, Kelly, Eric and Megan, sister Helen Swanson, all of Puyallup and numerous nieces and nephews. Bob was a 4 year Navy Veteran serving in WWII. In 1946, he married Mabel, the love of his life and joined the Puyallup Police Dept. in 1947, where he proudly served for 32 years, rising through the ranks to Acting Chief of Police when he retired in 1979. Bob was a longtime member of the Masonic Lodge, Puyallup United Methodist Church and Linden G&CC. He enjoyed all types of hunting, fishing, golf and the outdoors, but mostly his family, who will miss him so much.

H. GAY SALVNER

Born May 6, 1933 in Mt. Pleasant, Michigan and passed away March 21, 2005 in Puyallup, WA. Remember our Gay as a special lady and friend who touched so many lives with her warmth and care. She was young at heart and an avid golfer with enthusiasm for life. She enjoyed traveling with her dear friend Elnore Hall and spending time with her many close friends Ted, Eva, Dick and Mary Jo, who were all very supportive during her last days with us. She is survived by her sons: Randy Salvner, Scott Salvner; daughter Karen Koestler and son-in-law Scott Koestler; and 5 grandchildren. Always in our "hearts", forever in our lives. We all will miss you. Memorial Services will be held Saturday, March 26, 2005 at 2:00 PM at Hill Funeral Home, 217 E. Pioneer Ave., Puyallup.

Robert A. Whitcher

Robert A. Whitcher Robert was born in Yakima, WA on October 6, 1919 and passed away on November 26, 2005 at his home in Tacoma. Robert graduated from Puyallup High School in 1940. He then joined the Navy and served during World War II on the Black Hawk and then the submarines. Robert worked in the composing department of The News Tribune until his retirement in 1986 after 25 years. He was a life member of the D.A.V. Harmony Chapter #18, The Corinthian Masonic Lodge #38 F. & A.M., The Order of Amaranth Rhododendron Court #8, The Scottish Rite, The Typographical Union of Seattle. He is survived by his loving wife of 60 years, Alverda Whitcher; nephew Barry Whitcher, and other nephews and nieces. A special thanks to Franciscan Hospice for all their kindness and loving care. Also, Heritage Rehabilitation staff and caregivers while Robert was there. Military Honors will be held on Friday, December 9, 2005, at 1:30 p.m. at Tahoma National Cemetery in Kent. Make donations in his memory to Franciscan Hospice: 2901 Bridgeport Way West - University Place, WA 98466.

Grant H. Cole

Rev. Grant H. Cole, born October 27, 1916 in Butte, Montana, died peacefully at the age of 89 in Issaquah, Washington on December 30, 2005. Rev. Cole was a full-time pastor in the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) for 43 years and served an additional 12 years in interim ministries in Washington state. He was active in community affairs, the Masonic Lodge, DeMolay and a life-long member of the Kiwanis. Survivors include daughters Louise Cole, Kathy Guthmiller and Lynnette Flanigan; grandchildren Monty Costello, Monica Costello, Stacey Kuhrt, Sharene Kuhrt-Nelson, and Glenna Usselman; great-grandchildren Jade Nelson, Brianna Pluff, and Taylor and Jordan Usselman, and many nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be held at 2:00 PM on Tuesday, January 10, 2006 at the First Christian Church, 602 North Orchard in Tacoma, Washington. The family suggests memorial gifts in his honor be sent to his alma mater, Northwest Christian College, 828 East 11th Ave., Eugene, Oregon 97401

Elmer Jonas

Elmer S. Jonas Born on October 4, 1918, passed away on January 22, 2006. Funeral will be held on Friday, January 27th, 10am at Hills Funeral Home, 217 E. Pioneer Ave., Puyallup. Elmer was a member of the Masons, Tacoma Yacht Club, The Rose Society, Elks and Eagles. He is survived by his wife Mary, two sons Jerry & Scott, three grandchildren and one great grandson

Jack G. Wallis

Jack passed away December 28, 2005 at Portland Oregon

Gordon D. Peck
PECK, Gordon D. – Age 71, of Roseburg, Oregon, passed away on January 11, 2006, from a long journey battle with Parkinson’s Disease. He was born on July 10, 1934, in Gresham, Oregon. He was the son of Gerald and Helen Peck, Gresham area farmers. Gordon graduated from Gresham High School in 1952, attended Oregon State and Portland State Universities and received a degree in Agriculture. After graduation he started work as a Fruit and Vegetable Inspector with the USDA. During this time he also served in the United States Naval Reserves for 26 years where he retired as a Senior Chief Engineman, Submarine Service. He was a long time member of the Masons. Gordon belonged to the Corinthian Lodge #38 and Naomi Chapter #13 of the Eastern Star located in Puyallup, Washington. Prior to this, he was a Holder of the Chevelier Degree of Demolay in Gresham. Gordon moved to Roseburg in 1990 with his wife, Marianne after giving 33 years to the USDA. He liked to work with his hands; as a hobby he rebuilt cars and various engines. Gordon became very involved in the Buckeroo Square Dance Club and was an active member for 10 years. He served as Club President and after his service he became involved in other parts of the club giving of his time and expertise. He made many lifelong friends. His father and his mother preceded him in death. He is survived by his wife, Marianne; his sister, Florence Carter; eight children, Teresa Gray; Rhonda Peck; Jay Kay; David Peck; Sandy Peck; Colleen Puryear; Roberta Nees; Kathy Peck; two son-in-laws, Greg Puryear and Gary Nees; 18 grandchildren; and 10 great-grandchildren. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you make a donation towards Parkinson’s research at www.Parkinsons.org.

David Gunning McCallum, Sr.

May 11, 1939 to February 20, 2006 On February 20th, David G. McCallum, Sr. was delivered into the Lord’s hands. Dave was born in Puyallup, WA to loving parents Marjorie and Donald McCallum. He attended Edgemont Junior High, graduated class salutarian from Puyallup High School in 1957 and went on to earn a degree in chemical engineering from the University of Washington, where he was also a member of Sigma Phi Epsilon Fraternity. In 1961, he married his high school sweetheart, Dena Biehn. In 1964, Dave joined the family insurance business and that was also the year Dave Jr. was born. In the following 4 years, Dave and Dena added two more sons, Doug and Don. The 5 D’s, as they were known, enjoyed camping, Husky football games, and the kids’ soccer and football games, where the most fanatic parent was Dave Sr., always cheering on his boys to do their best. With Dena’s passing in 1997, there was a huge void in Dave’s life. Dave was lucky enough to strike gold again when he met a schoolteacher named Darlene. They married in 2000 and a new chapter in Dave’s life began. With travels to Russia, the Caribbean, Norway, Hungary, Sweden and many other countries they made the most of their retirement. Dave and Darlene enjoyed the following activities with their grandchildren: Daffodil road trips with Meghan, gardening and baking with Lauren, reading books with Brin, practicing the ABC’s with Hadiya, and playing dinosaurs with little Mikey. Happiness is being a grandparent! He was well respected in the insurance industry, elected as President of Professional Insurance Agents of Washington and the Firemark Society and named Professional Insurance Agent of the Year in 1983. While serving two terms on the Puyallup School Board, his highlight was being able to present his son Don with his high school diploma. In 1989 and 1993 Dave was elected School Board President. His community service spanned a commitment of 35 years to the Daffodilians, where he served as President (Sir Boss) in 1974 and 1995. Dave’s fraternal affiliations include the Puyallup Kiwanis, Puyallup Elks, Orting Eagles, Corinthian Lodge F&AM, and Afifi Shrine. Big Dave was a rabid Husky fan and was renowned for his magnificent tailgate parties where friends and family would congregate before the big game. He was preceded in death by his parents and wife, Dena B. McCallum. He is survived by his loving family members: wife Darlene McCallum, sister Mary (Malcolm) Wolfson, sons David (Erin), Doug, and Don (Jehan), step-sons Greg and Jeremy Manley, and his beloved grandchildren, Brienne, Meghan, Lauren, Michael and Hadiya. A memorial service will be held at Mt. View Lutheran Church Saturday, February 25, 2006 at 2:00pm. In lieu of flowers, please send contributions to: Mt. View Lutheran Church Endowment Fund, 3505 122nd Ave. E., Edgewood, WA 98372 or The Daffodil Foundation, P.O. Box 1824, Tacoma WA 98401.

Elmer S. Jonas Born on October 4, 1918, passed away on January 22, 2006. Funeral will be held on Friday, January 27th, 10am at Hills Funeral Home, 217 E. Pioneer Ave., Puyallup. Elmer was a member of the Masons, Tacoma Yacht Club, The Rose Society, Elks and Eagles. He is survived by his wife Mary, two sons Jerry & Scott, three grandchildren and one great grandson.

BERT WILLIAM NEVINS "BOMPA" Dad was a wonderful father, grandfather and great-grandfather. He passed away peacefully on April 2, 2006 in Redmond, WA with his family by his side. Born on August 29, 1914 in Alberta, Canada, he spent his childhood in Girard, IL. After graduating from Eureka College in Illinois, where he played football, was a member of the swim team and TKE fraternity, he moved to Puyallup, WA. Bert was very active there holding many lifetime organization affiliations including Kiwanis, Afifi Shrine, Jesters, Scottish Rite Masonic Society (past master), Elks and Lynden Golf and Country Club. After spending numerous years working as a salesman for Hamachek Machine Company, and running Bert Nevins Sporting Goods Store, he retired. Not being one to sit idle, he took on a new challenge working for Harry Corliss until again, he retired at age 87. The years spent working at the Puyallup Fair (where he took his children and grandchildren each year), were some of his happiest times. You could always find Bert involved in community activities such as volunteering at Good Samaritan Hospital in the rehabilitation center or serving coffee with Kiwanis at rest stops. Bert enjoyed many hobbies including spending time fishing with friends and grandchildren, swimming, walking, golfing, gardening and bird watching as well as spending time with family. He will be remembered, terribly missed, and always loved by his two daughters Sandra Craig (son-in-law Eugene Craig), Betsy Homes, his grandchildren Jason (Gina, great grandchildren Katelyn and Jack), Brad (Hilary), Rod (Lena), Blake, Michelle and Nicholas (Jennifer). Dad ("Bompa"), was a great source of strength and wisdom to all of us. He took pride in traditions and times that he knew as a boy, yet was quick to embrace new ideas and welcomed the future with joy. Dad will always be a man to look up to and we think those who knew him would agree that his heart holds the strength of a lifetime. "You will be deeply missed. Thank you for a lifetime of love. May you be as happy in heaven as you were with us. For all you were, and all you did – we love you!"

WB Dick Clark

Dick Clark, resident of Puyallup, passed away at home on Oct. 3, 2006. After a battle with cancer Dick and Joy decided that the fight was over and Dick will be going to a better place. He was released from the hospital and went home to sit in his favorite chair. With the love of Jesus in his heart he passed away 3 days later with his family. Dick was an outstanding member of Corinthian Lodge # 38 and Naomi Chapter #13, OES as well a member of the 1st Christian Church in Puyallup. He was well liked and loved by those who knew him and he will be greatly missed. As Dick said, "He is going ahead of us to set the table."
Go in Peace my Brother. You were more then a friend to us.

Sister Jenny Hartle

On January 4th, 2007, God welcomed Elizabeth Genevieve (Jenny) Hartle. Jenny was born on March 10th, 1908. As a loving mother and grandmother, she enjoyed having all her children and grandchildren near her home in Puyallup. Jenny was always active in many groups and attended Immanuel Lutheran Church. She was also a member of the Naomi Chapter Order of the Eastern Star and The Rhododendron Court Order of the Amaranth. Life was full and very busy and her zest for living created a legacy for her family to remember with love. She leaves behind four children, Waunita Preston (David), Warren Hartle (Judy), Bill Hartle (Barbara) and Dorothy Munsey (Gale), as well as 13 grandchildren, 20 great-grandchildren and 3 great-great-grandchildren. As one of her very wise seven year old great-grandchildren said "Grandma is not gone, cause she will always be in our hearts with us." Please join us for a memorial service to celebrate our mother's life and to rejoice in her new life, Saturday, January 13th at 11:00AM at the First Christian Church of Puyallup.

Philip M. Cunningham
Philip M. Cunningham, 93, of Palm Desert, CA, died January 9, 2007 in Rancho Mirage, CA, of natural causes. He was born March 13, 1913 to William and Eva Cunningham in Snohomish, WA. He married Roberta Frink on March 9, 1937 in Everett, WA. He was a bowling proprietor in Puyallup and Tacoma for over 40 years and was president of the Washington Bowling Proprietors Association for many years. He was the owner of Daffodil Bowl in Puyallup for several years and also of Paradise Village Bowl in Parkland and later New Frontier Lanes in Tacoma, WA. He was a member of the Shrine, Tacoma Elks Lodge and Chaparral Country Club in Palm Desert, CA. He served in the Army from 1941-1945 as a First Sergeant. He is survived by his wife of 70 years, Roberta Cunningham of Palm Desert, CA and Robert Frink of Sacramento, CA. Funeral services were held Friday, January 12, 2007 at Forest Lawn Mausoleum, Cathedral City, CA. The family suggests memorials to Animal Samaritan.

WB Lewis R. Vogel

Mat 16th 1937 - May 11th 2007

Born May 16, 1937, passed away on May 11, 2007 due to complications of A.L.S. (Lou Gehrig’s disease). A graduate of Lincoln High School. After graduation, Lew started his work career at Bell Telephone. He then started his 35 year tenure at the Boeing Aircraft Company as a drafter, advancing to a design engineer in the commercial division. Lew was a founding sponsor for the City Hood committee for the City of Edgewood. After incorporation, he served on the first planning commission and the design standards committee. He was an active member of the “Edgewood Friends of the Parks”. The Masonic fraternity was a great part of his life. He served as Worshipful Master of Corinthian Lodge No. 38, Puyallup, Past Master and sitting Master of Thornton McElroy #302, Federal Way. He had the honor of serving on several Grand Lodge committees and was a Grand Representative to Croatia for Grand Lodge. He was a member of Scottish Rite, Tacoma Valley and Affifi Shrine. Lew was a Past Patron of Pyramid Chapter and Naomi Chapter Order of Eastern Star. In January he was given the honor of being appointed Grand Representative of British Columbia and Yukon. He was also a member of Rhodendrodron Court No 8 Order of Amaranth, serving as Royal Patron. Lew was a member of the First Christian Church of Puyallup, where he had served as Elder and a member of the elite Property committee. Lew will be missed by his loving family consisting of wife Laura, brother Jeff (Caroline) Vogel, Dad to Luwana (Peter Jay) Lindberg, Ronda (John) Cook, Monica (Wayne) Randall, Ray (Tracey) Vogel and “Pops” to R.E. (Brenda) Holtman Jr., Pete (Sandy) Holtman and Reina (Randy) Probert, Grandpa to Chad Lindberg, Brandi (Mike) Perez, Melani Vogel, Carley, Kayla, MacKenzie Vogel, Kyle, Tayler, Alex, Matt and Randi Holtman, Great-Gramps to Devin and Maylei Vogel and Ivan Perez. The family would appreciate memorial gifts to: A.L.S. Evergreen Chapter, 6627 S. 191st Place, Suite F106, Kent, WA 98032 or Virginia Mason ALS Research: Dr. John Ravits Project, 1100 9th Ave., Seattle, 98101. Help us to find a cure for this disease. Memorial services will be on Wednesday, May 16, 2007 at 11:00AM at the First Christian Church, 623 9th Ave. SW, Puyallup. Arrangements by Hill Funeral Home, (253) 845-1172.

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