GAASLAND, Harold L. - A funeral for Harold L. Gaasland will be at 10 a.m. Saturday at Greenacres Funeral Home chapel with the Rev. Douglas Iben officiating and military honors by William Matthews Post No. 1585. Private burial will be in Greenacres Memorial Park. Mr. Gaasland died Sunday, July 20, 1997, in Bellingham. He was 74. Born March 31, 1923, to Harold and Irene LaCasse Gaasland in Seattle, he lived in Whatcom County for nine years. He married Wanda Archibald on Jan. 19, 1950, in Tacoma. She died in 1995. Mr. Gaasland worked as a scaler for the U.S. Forest Service until retiring in 1985. He was a member of the American Legion in Ellensburg and William Matthews Post No. 1585, Veterans of Foreign Wars. Survivors include daughter Susan Upton of Pasco, stepson Guy McBride of Seattle, stepdaughter Barbara LaDoucer of Bellingham, brothers Dennis Gaasland of Lake Stevens and Milton Gaasland of Arizona, four grandchildren and other relatives.

GAASLAND, June Amanda - Visitation for June Amanda Gaasland of Bellingham will be from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday at Westford Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held at Westford Funeral Home Chapel, 10:30 a.m., Friday, Jun 2, 2000. Mrs. Gaasland died Monday, May 29, 2000 at Alderwood Park Convalescent Center. She was 78. She was born February 9, 1922 in Lynden, WA to Leonard and Helen (Carsner) Scrimshere in Lynden. She was a lifetime Whatcom County resident. June married Arthur Gaasland July 5, 1942 in Bellingham WA. She worked 10 years at Sprouse Reitz. June was a life member of First Christian Church, a member of Esther Group at First Christian Church, Bellingham PTA and Rainbow Mothers, 4H Leader, and past State President of Federated Homemakers. Preceded in death by her husband, Arthur Gaasland March 10, 1993 and a son Gary A. Gaasland in 1972. Survivors include son Larry Gaasland of Bellingham, daughter Dianne Wistoski of Tacoma, two grandchildren and one great-grandchild.
(From The Bellingham Herald, May 31, 2000) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GAASLAND Larry Evan, age 63 of Bellingham, passed away Dec. 3, 2006. He was born Dec. 23, 1942 in Bellingham to Arthur & June (Scrimsher) Gaasland. After graduating from Meridian High School in 1962, Larry had a number of careers - his favorite was as a commercial fisherman. Larry was known for his amazing memory, his knack for telling stories and his laughter and sense of humor. He was never critical, always an excellent listener, extremely generous and had many close friends. Larry always liked fun and happy events, and loved and truly enjoyed his family. Larry was preceded in death by his brother Gary and parents Art and June. Larry is survived by his sister Dianne Wistoski (husband Bob) of Tacoma, WA and their daughter Kayla (husband Capt. Michael) Morales and daughter Emma, of Wichita, KS; nephew Dean Gaasland (wife Joan and their children Courtney and Ciarra of Vancouver, WA; cousin Robert Scrimsher (wife Terri) of Sedro Woolley, WA, and cousins Ron and Dean of Bellingham. A Celebration of Larry's Life will be held at Westford Funeral Home on Friday, December 8 at 11 a.m. with Rev. Gary Shoemaker officiating with a reception to follow at First Christian Church, Bellingham.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 5 Dec 2006) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GAASLAND, Ruth Helen - A funeral for Ruth Helen Gaasland of Bellingham will be at 3 p.m. Tuesday at First Congregational Church with the Revs. Donel McClellan and Cynthia Bauleke officiating. Private burial will be in Bayview Cemetery. Mrs. Gaasland died Friday, Jan. 31, 1997. She was 94. Born Sept. 16, 1902, to Amalia and Robert Morgenthaler in Seattle, she graduated from Bellingham High School in 1921. She married Raymond Gaasland in 1943 in Bellingham. Mrs. Gaasland was a member of United Church of Christ, Bellingham Garden Club, Elks Club, Bellingham Golf and Country Club, Bellingham Yacht Club and Royal Neighbors. She enjoyed flowers and gardening. She was preceded in death by her husband in 1971. Survivors include sister Gertrude Wing of Steilacoom, three nephews and 10 grandnephews. Arrangements are by Westford Funeral Home.

GABEL, Iretta of 308 W. Champion St., died Tuesday, May 4, 1993. She was 58. A funeral will be held at 9:30 a.m. Friday at Jerns & LeVeck Funeral Chapel in Bellingham. Burial will follow at Greenacres Memorial Park in Ferndale. Born Dec. 23, 1934, in Moline, Ill, she moved to Bellingham in 1985 from Cave City, Ore. She enjoyed embroidery and making sock dolls. She is survived by in-laws Preston and Sharon Gabel of Everson. Arrangements by Jerns & LeVeck Funeral Chapel.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 5 May 1993) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GADWA, Grace Mae of Bellingham, died December 19, 1994 at the age of 88. She was born May 15, 1906 to Sophia and Jefferson Johnston in Acequa (sic), Idaho. The family moved to Kirkland, WA in 1915 where as a young woman she worked as a secretary for a Seattle attorney. Grace married Edward Joseph Gadwa November 27, 1924. In 1933 they and their three children moved to Bellingham. Grace was a private, quiet person, very strong in her Christian beliefs. She enjoyed music, flowers and hand work, excelling in embroidery and crocheting. Everything she did she did very well, devoting her life to her family and her home. In her younger years she was active in the Women's Alter Society of the Assumption Church and volunteered to help with the activities program at the Alderwood Park Convalescent Center. Grace was preceded in death by her husband in 1966 and her son Laurence Gadwa in 1993. She is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Lois and Walbert Peterson of Bellingham; her son and daughter-in-law, John and Sandra Gadwa of Lynden; a brother, James W. Johnston of San Diego, CA; a sister, Anne Roberts of San Antonio, TX; nine grandchildren; sixteen great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held at Westford Funeral Home Friday, December 23, 1994 at 11 a.m.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 21 Dec 1994) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GAFFNEY, Frances - A graveside service for Frances Gaffney of Bellingham will be at 2 p.m. Monday at Greenacres Memorial Park. Mrs. Gaffney died Thursday, Sept. 12, 1996, at St. Joseph Hospital. She was 93. Born Jan. 18, 1903 to John and Elizabeth Smith in Whitehaven, England, she moved to Whatcom County in 1913. She married Thomas Gaffney in 1920 in Bellingham; he preceded her in death in 1979. Mrs. Gaffney enjoyed reading, needlework and gardening. Survivors include sons Cliff Gaffney of Bellevue and Thomas H. Gaffney of Walla Walla, four grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild. Arrangements are by Westford Funeral home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 13 Sep 1996) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GAFFNEY, Thomas Howard, age 80, of Walla Walla, WA, died April 23, 2003 in the Garrison Creek Lodge in Walla Walla, WA. Thomas was born on August 20, 1922 in Bellingham, WA to Thomas and Frances Smith Gaffney. Thomas graduated from Bellingham High School, attended Western Washington University and graduated from San Francisco State University and received his Masters Degree from Stanford University. He was a Physical Therapist. He married, Bette Irelan, and they were married on November 15, 1957 in Bellingham, WA. He is survived by his daughter, Julia Davis of Walla Walla, WA; his brother, Clifford Gaffney of Bellevue, WA; his close friends, Marci Perkins of Waitsburg, WA; Kellie Williams and Karen Hanson, both of Walla Walla, WA; numerous cousins; niece, Merrilee Johnson of Chico, CA, nephew, Kyle Gaffney of Bellevue, WA. He was preceded in death by his parents, wife, Bette Gaffney, and nephew, Kevin Gaffney. He was a member of the following organizations: Elks Lodge #287, the American Arthritis Foundation, Washington State Registered Physical Therapist Assn., and the Stanford Alumni Assn. A memorial service will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Fri., May 2, 2003 at St. Paul's Episcopal Church in Walla Walla, WA with Rev. Chotard Doll of St. Paul's Episcopal Church officiating. A burial will be a private family interment.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 1 May 2003) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GAFFNEY, Tom, age 85, of 2329 Dean Ave, passed away Mon., Feb. 5, 1979. Mr. Gaffney was a 60 year resident of this community and was a retired Maintenance Man with the B'ham Herald and a member of William Lee Alexander Post No. 3685, VFW at Laurel and the B'ham Elks Lodge, No. 194. He is survived by his wife Frances; 2 sons; Cliff of Bellevue and Tom of Lynnwood; 4 grandchildren: Merrilee Johnson of Chico, Calif.; Kevin Gaffney of Salt Lake City, Utah; Kyle Gaffney of Bellevue and Julie Ann Gaffney of Lynnwood; 5 great grandchildren: Chad, Megan, Kirk, Casey and Molly Johnson, all of Chico, Calif.; 2 brothers and 3 sisters in England; numerous nieces and nephews including Mrs. Rowena Dickenson of Butte, Montana. Services will be Thurs., Feb. 8 at 1 p.m. at the Jones Funeral Home. Dr. J. Vincent Crane officiating. Cremation, Greenacres Crematorium.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 7 Feb 1979) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GAGE, Lucile Gardner – Born Violet Lucile Gardner on June 19, 1915 in Sioux Falls, SD, "Luci" passed away in the home of her daughter Jill-Karen Pulst, on April 30, 2006. Luci was predeceased by her husband of 56 years, Harmond Winfield Gage, and son, Mischa Kenneth Gage. She is survived by her daughter Jill-Karen Pulst of Bellingham, WA, grandchildren Kathryn (and Mark) Bingham of California, Don (and Sandy) Gage of California, Tiffany (and Steve) Morrill Burrow of Texas, and Brett Adam Morrill of Washington. She is also survived by her great-grandchildren, Kenneth and Christopher Bingham, Brook, Brandon, Brent and Brianna Gage, Isabella Rose and Benjamin Gardner Burrow, Joshua Adam Morrill, and her niece, Sue Divich of Texas. A Memorial Celebration Service will be held at Silver Beach Community Church, Bellingham, WA on Saturday, May 20, 2006 at 2 p.m. Refreshments with family immediately following the service.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 19 May 2006) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GAHAN, Anna Pauline - Graveside services for Whatcom County resident Anna Pauline Gahan, 98, will be at 1 p.m. Wednesday at Greenacres Memorial Park. Mrs. Gahan, 2501 E St., died Saturday (Dec. 16, 1989) in Bellingham. She was born March 24, 1891, in Kearney, Neb., and moved to Whatcom County with her family in 1906. She was a member of the Spanish-American War Veterans Auxiliary and of First Baptist Church. Mrs. Gahan is survived by a son, Cecil Gahan of Bellingham; a daughter Leota Bailey of Mesa, Ariz.; a sister Agnes Hudziak of Seattle; a brother Alfred Knittel of Bellingham; and numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren. The Rev. Keith Madsen will officiate at the services. Arrangements are under the direction of Jones Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 19 Dec 1989) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GAINER, Sylvia Jeanne, age 68, of Bellingham, WA, passed away Tues., April 29, 1997 in Bellingham. She was born May 6, 1928 in Bellingham. Married Robert W. Gainer on Jan. 30, 1946 in Bellingham. He preceded her in death on January 9, 1980. She was a member of Sons of Norway and the Bellingham Yacht Club. Mrs. Gainer enjoyed life to the fullest and was a real people person. Survived by her daughter Bobbi Kae Gainer & husband Jim Jardinski of Mukilteo, WA; brother Sig & wife Doreen Hansen of Bellingham and their family. A funeral service will be held Fri., May 2, 1997, 10:00 a.m. at Jones-Moles Funeral Home. Burial at Greenacres Memorial Park. Visitation Thurs., May 1 1997 from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 at Jones-Moles Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, May 1, 1997) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GAIRNS, James E., age 71, of 1400 12th St., passed away in a local hospital Friday, May 24, (1974). A long time resident of Bellingham, he was a retired cook at the city jail. Mr. Gairns was a member of Fairhaven Lodge No. 73, F&AM and the Scottish Right bodies. Surviving are 2 grandchildren, Kurt and Kristi Sigfusson, both of Bellingham; an aunt, Hazel Sly and a cousin, Marilyn Glen, both of Seattle. At his request no services were held. Arrangements by Veroske's Bellingham Chapel.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 26 May 1974) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GAIRNS, Laura E. - A lifetime Bellingham resident, Laura E. Gairns, 69, died Saturday (Sept. 23, 1972) in a local hospital. She is survived by the husband James E., at the family home, 1400 12th St., daughter Fredda Sigfusson, sister Kathleen Genther, and two grandchildren, all of Bellingham. At her request, no services were held. Veroske's Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 24 Sep 1972) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GAITHER, Eugene E., age 90, of Bellingham, WA, passed away April 2, 2002 at St. Joseph Hospital. He was born August 29, 1911 in Cumberland, OH, to Bert and Gladys (Garber) Gaither. Mr. Gaither was Chief of the Federal Aviation Agency's Data Processing section for the Pacific Region. He wrote the technical maintenance manual for Plan 59 Fully Automatic Switching System located in the Diamond Head Crater at Honolulu, Oahu, Hawaii. He retired after 24 years of service and moved to Bellingham, WA. Preceded in death by his parents Bert and Gladys Gaither, a brother Robert Gaither, and a sister Thelma Gaither Obenhofer. Survived by a sister Lillian Gaither Englert of Leona Valley, CA, two nieces Ginger McDonald of Hillsboro, OR, and Karol Barkley of Tacoma, WA. Private family graveside services will be held 10:00 a.m. Friday, April 5, 2002 at Greenacres Cemetery. A memorial reception will follow at 2:00 p.m. at The Willows Retirement Center. Westford Funeral Home & Cremation Center.

GALBRAITH, Charles - Resident of the Lynden district for the past fifty-five years, Charles W. Galbraith passed away Wednesday (Sept. 10, 1947) at the age of 77 years. His survivors include two sisters, Mrs. A. L. Swim, of Twin Falls, Ida. and Mrs. Viola Frizell of Los Angeles, and two brothers, William F. of Long Beach, Calif. and J. W. Galbraith of Brooking, Ore. The funeral services have been arranged for Saturday at 10:30 a.m. in the Gillies funeral home in Lynden. Interment will take place in the Lynden Cemetery.
(From The Bellingham Herald, September 11, 1947) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GALBRAITH, Iva Gertrude, a longtime Acme area resident died peacefully at her home on Sunday, June 22, 1997. She was 82 years of age. She was born on February 16, 1915 in Sauk, Washington, the daughter of Elisha G. "Happy" & Hattie Bronson Ellison. She attended grade schooll in Sauk and graduated from Concrete High School. She attended the Bible Institute of Los Angeles, (BIOLA) graduating in 1948. From high school & college days she taught Sunday school with the American Sunday School Union under Charles Kraus at various places in Whatcom & Skagit counties. She was united in marriage to John Rhodes Galbraith, whom she loved for almost 49 year, on July 30, 1948 in Sedro-Woolley and they lived in their "honeymoon" home in Acme. She loved her husband, family & home. Enjoyed caring for her vegetable & flower gardens and making nature trails through the woods. She was also a charter member of the Faith Baptist Church in Burlington. She is survived by her husband, Rhodes, at the family home in Acme. Two daughters & sons-in-law, Lois & Don Thorndike of Pendleton, Oregon and Eunice & Paul Wingert of Acme. 4 sisters, Sylvia Poldervart, Doris Long, Florence Hockett & Lorna Gustafson. 1 brother, Thomas H. Ellison. Six grandchildren, 1 great grandchild and numerous nieces & nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents and 1 sister, Effie Ellison. Funeral Services will be held Thursday June 26, 1997 at 2:00 p.m. at the Faith Baptist Church in Burlington. Dr. James W. Shaw officiating. Interment will follow at the Saxon Cemetery. Arrangements under the direction of Llemley Chapel Sedro-Woolley.

GALLAGHER, Feben Joseph - F. J. "Barney" Gallagher died Saturday, May 15, 1993 at his home in Oak Harbor. He was 87. No services will be held. He was born March 14, 1906 in San Francisco to Feben and Phoebe Kelly Gallagher. Mr. Gallagher met Laura Eylander in Bellingham; they were married in 1959. He worked at Georgia-Pacific Corp.'s pulp processing plant in Bellingham for 43 years, retiring in June 1970. He lived in Oak Harbor the past four years. Mr. Gallagher was preceded in death by his wife on Sept. 4, 1992. He is survived by sons Gerrit Biesheuvel of Oak Harbor and Richard Gallagher of Texas; daughters Karen Brown of Oak Harbor and Barbara Franklin of Knotts Island, NC; brothers Glen McDonald of Bellingham and Allen McDonald of Toppenish; sisters Pat Martin, Birdie Nipper, Bebe Bice, all of Bellingham, and Maudine Harrington of Spokane; 22 grandchildren; several great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild; and numerous nieces and nephews. Arrangements by Greenacres Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 19 May 1993) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GALLAGHER, John M., age 76, of 4999 LaBounty Rd., passed away Fri. March 4, (1983). Mr. Gallagher was a life resident of Bellingham and was retired from construction and farming. He was a member of the Church of the Assumption and leaves to survive numerous nieces and nephews which include Bernie, Mick, Jack, Frank, and Charles Reynolds, Katie Hanson, Norris Stokes, Harold Hanson and Sister Ellen DeNise. Funeral services will be conducted Tues., March 8 at 10:30 a.m. in the Chapel of the Westford Funeral Home with Rev. Barrett Corrigan officiating. Interment Woodlawn.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 5 Mar 1983) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GALLAGHER, Laura Kathleen - Former Bellingham resident Laura Kathleen Gallagher, 81, died at her Oak Harbor home Friday (Sept. 4, 1992). Mrs. Gallagher was born Feb. 5, 1911 to Cornelius and Ida Eylander in Arlington, Wash. She and Barney Gallagher were married in Bellingham in 1959. She worked as a waitress in several Bellingham restaurants. She is survived by her husband of the family home; a daughter Karen Brown of Oak Harbor; a son Garrit Blesheuvel (sic) of Federal Way; brothers George, John, Bob, Frank and Jim Eylander, all of Everett; a sister, Vivian Cart of Everett; 16 grandchildren, 25 great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. At her request, there will be no services. Arrangements are under the direction of Greenacres Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 6 Sep 1992) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GALLAGHER, Linda of Bellingham, WA, went to be with the Lord on Friday, January 25, 2008. She was 61, born in Bellingham on November 21, 1946, to Ramona (Fidel) and Chico Vasquez. Linda's passion was her family and friends. She was an avid golfer and enjoyed quilting, walking and riding her bike. Linda loved to travel, and she especially loved shopping for her family and friends. She was preceded in death by her mother, Ramona Vasquez; brother Ed Vasquez; and sister LeAnn Vasquez. Linda is survived by her husband Douglas, son Rick (Valerie) Gallagher, grandchildren Mason and Alexis, father Chico Vasquez, sister Sylvia Solomon, and numerous nieces and nephews. Funeral Services will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Thursday, January 31st, at Moles Funeral Home, Bayview Chapel (Lakeway & Woburn). A Reception will follow at Nooksack Tribal Center.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 29 Jan 2008) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GALLAGHER, Patrick F., 2812 Cottonwood Ave., age 42, passed away at home, Saturday, Jan. 19, (1974). Mr. Gallagher was retired from the U.S. Air Force. Surviving are his father, Feben J. Gallagher, City; mother, Mrs. Marjorie Cantrell, City; 3 brothers, Richard of Fort Ord, Calif., Robert in California and Donald of Carmel, Calif. Services will be conducted by Rev. Bob Williams, Friday, January 25 at 10:30 a.m. at the Jones Funeral Home. Interment Greenacres Memorial Park.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 22 Jan 1974) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GALLAGHER, Velva Mae, age 74 of 4999 LaBounty Road, passed away Wed., Oct. 1. Mrs. Gallagher had resided in Whatcom County for the past 42 years and leaves to survive her husband, John of the family home; 2 sons Robert Pults of Texas and Rolly Pults of Vallejo, Calif.; 2 daughters, Louise Stanley of Tacoma and LaVerne Woods of Louisiana; 20 grandchildren; numerous other relatives. Funeral services will be conducted Mon., Oct. 6 at 10:30 a.m. in the Chapel of The Westford Funeral Home, Rev. Barrett Corrigan officiating. Interment Woodlawn Cemetery.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 4 Oct 1980) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GALLAHER, Alice Marie J., 86, of 702 32nd St., died Wednesday (Sept. 30, 1987) in Bellingham. Mrs. Gallaher was born Sept. 22, 1901 in Whatcom County and lived here the past 20 years after working in Seattle as a legal secretary most of her life. Survivors include her husband Ed of the family home; one sister, Marie Johannessen of Bellingham; and two brothers, Leroy and Robert Johnson, both of Bellingham. Graveside services will be at 2:30 p.m. Saturday at Greenacres Memorial Park. The body will be cremated at Greenacres Crematorium.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 2 Oct 1987) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GALLEGOS, Hazel Rose, (Gulh-hahl-hoh #1), 50, of 1816 Marine Drive, Bellingham, died Saturday Oct. 8, 1994 at her home. She was born Sept. 12, 1944 on Lummi Reservation, Whatcom County WA and was a lifetime resident of Whatcom County. She fished for several years and was employed at Lummi Head Start. She was preceded in death by her parents Pete and Madeline (Qua-sheuse) Lawrence; brothers Charles A. Lawrence. Frankie Lawrence, Sr., James John Lawrence Sr.; sister Marge Olsen and nephew Vern Johnson Jr. Survived by sons Carl Lawrence and wife Lori Point of family home. George Lane, Jr.; Joseph Gallegos both of Bellingham. Daughters Sara Lira and husband Jose, Merced, CA; Anjanette Lane of family home; Felicia Gallegos and husband Robert Rabang, Ferndale; Leann Gallegos, Bellingham. Former husband and children's father Felix Gallegos, Bellingham. Sisters Helen Hillaire, Bellingham; Isabelle McCluskey and husband Russell, Bellingham; Cordelia Lorenz, Ferndale; Mary Jane Johnson and husband Vern, Bellingham; Irene James and husband Armour of Lummi. Numerous nieces and nephews. Grandchildren Crayton Lawrence, Colin Lawrence, Tiana Lane, Cameron Lawrence, Joshua Lane, Daria Jefferson, Carleigh Lawrence, Tierra Rabang and Ernest Jefferson III. Vigil service led by Vernon Lane, Monday 7 p.m. at Lummi Neighborhood Facility. Funeral Mass offered by Fr. Brian McGovern, Tuesday, Oct 11, 10:30 a.m. at St. Joachim's Catholic Church. Burial Lummi Reservation Cemetery.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 11 Oct 1994) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GALLEY, Mary Lee - A memorial service for long-time Bellingham resident Mary Lee Galley, 90, will be at 1 p.m. Friday at First Baptist Church, Bellingham. Mrs. Galley, 5280 Northwest Road, died Tuesday (Jan. 30, 1990) at Mt. Baker Care Center. She was born April 9, 1899, in Fort Worth, Texas and lived in Whatcom County for the past 50 years. Her husband, Leroy S. Galley, died in 1969. Mrs. Galley was a member of First Baptist Church. She is survived by a daughter June L. Grinstead of Bellingham; three sons, Leroy S. Galley Jr., and Les Galley, both of Bellingham, and Tom Riddle of Ukiah, Calif.; a sister Harriet Gallagher of Fort Worth; nine grandchildren, six great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. Burial will take place during a private family service at Greenacres Memorial Park. The Revs. Keith Madsen and Ben Pruett will officiate at the memorial service. Arrangements are under the direction of Moles Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 1 Feb 1990) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GALLOWAY, Frank "Floyd", age 87, passed away at home on Monday, August 31, 2009. He was preceded in death by his parents, five sisters, one brother, and two great-grandchildren. He is survived by his wife Lillian C. Galloway, her six children and numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren; his six children from his first wife Gladene Berger, sixteen grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. Frank was a WWII Veteran, an active member of the Lions Club until a few years ago, and an active member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. A Memorial Service will be held Saturday, September 5, 2009 at 4:00 p.m. at the LDS Church located at 5800 Northwest Dr. Ferndale, WA. Westford Family Funeral Home & Cremation Broadway at Eldridge.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 2 Sep 2009) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GALLOWAY, Marlene Evelyn Smith - A memorial service will be for Marlene Evelyn Smith Galloway, 58, a former Bellingham resident, at 3 p.m. Monday Jan. 7, at Green Funeral Home in Bellevue. Mrs. Galloway, a registered nurse, died Thursday of cancer at Ovelake Hospital in Bellevue. Mrs. Galloway was born on Oct. 23, 1932, in Bellingham to Charles and Mona Smith. She attended grade school and high school in Bellingham and received her nursing degree from St. Joseph Hospital in Bellingham. In 1953, she moved to Seattle and in 1964 she moved to Bellevue. Mrs. Galloway worked at the Doctor's Hospital in Seattle for 14 years. She was active in the Mount Si Women's Golf Club and the greater Seattle Women's Golf Association. Survivors include a husband, Don Galloway of Bellevue; a son, Cory Galloway of Redmond; a daughter Jana Galloway of Bellevue; and a brother Duane Smith of Bellingham. Arrangements are by Green's Bellevue Funeral Home.

GALLUP, George B., 85, passed away Thursday (December 11, 1941) at the home of his son, Clarence E. Gallup, 2620 Orleans street, following a two months' illness. Mr. Gallup homesteaded in the Glacier district in 1907 and had been a resident of Bellingham for the past six years. Survivors, besides the son, Clarence, include one granddaughter, Mrs. William Smiley, city and one granddaughter and two grandsons in Ohio. Funeral services will be conducted Saturday at 3 p.m. at the Harlow-Hollingsworth parlors, with Rev. James E. Milligan officiating. Cremation will follow.

GALLEY, Verbena V., age 90 of Bellingham passed away on Thursday, January 10, 2008. She was born in Lansford, ND on July 20, 1917 to Katherine (Fry) and William Geyer. Verbena grew up in Minot, ND and graduated from Model Minot High in 1936. She moved to Bellingham in 1938 where she met and married Clark Galley that same year. Verbena worked at the Alpine Cafeteria for over 20 years, and she worked as a housekeeper at Rosewood Villa for 10 years, retiring in 1989. She loved working in her yard, playing Bingo with friends, and being with her family. Verbena is survived by three sons, Ron Galley (Barbara) of Bellingham, Clark Galley of Seattle, and Ken Galley of Anacortes; daughter, Judy Radder (Bill) of Bellingham; one grandson; two great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Clark in 1957; six brothers; four sisters; and one granddaughter. The family wishes to express its gratitude to the staff at Mt. Baker Care Center, for their loving and excellent care of Verbena. A graveside service will be held on Monday, January 14, 2008 at 2:00 p.m. at Greenacres Memorial Park. Moles-Greenacres Funeral Home, Memorial Park and On-site Crematory.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 13 Jan 2008) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GAMBILL, Amy May - There will be no services for Amy May (Darby) Gambill of Bellingham. Inurnment will be in Greenacres Memorial Park in Ferndale. Mrs. Gambill died Monday, Feb. 12, 2001, at a care center in Bellingham. She was 83. Born June 24, 1917, to William Dudley and Edith May (Linn) Darby in Newport, R.I., she was a Whatcom County resident for 25 years. Survivors include her brother Donald W. Darby of Lawrence, Kans. Arrangements are by Jones-Moles Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 15 Feb 2001) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GAMBILL, Bruce - Services for Bruce Gambill, 68, of 202 N. 34th St. will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the Westford Funeral Home. Mr. Gambill died Sunday (Jan 8, 1989) in a local hospital. Survivors include his wife Amy of the family home; one son Greg of Texas; three grandchildren; and a sister Necia Bernardi of Bellingham. Arrangements are by Westford Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 10 Jan 1989) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GAMBLE, Alfred Jennings "Tom" went to his Lord and Savior on June 18, 2004. He was born June 26, 1916 in Jenny Lind, Arkansas to Harvey and Signora (Johnson) Gamble. Tom grew up in Jenny Lind, where at the age of 10, he went to work in the coal mines as a ponyboy. In 1937, he moved to Washington to work in the coal mines of Bellingham. In 1949, he was asked to go commercial fishing with his friend, Hank Brandt. Tom found that he loved the sea, and never returned to the mines. Tom fished for everything from tuna to salmon, from the Bering Sea in Alaska to Guadalupe Island off the coast of Mexico. Later he worked on the oil tankers and then as a mate for Foss Tug & Barge on their ocean going towboats. In March of 1968, an injury ended his working career, but not his enjoyment of life. He often said, "When you wake up, get up, and when you get up do something". Tom was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, Bellingham 2nd Ward. He was a great joy to all who knew him. After services the children would run back to the last pew because they knew that Tom would be waiting with candy for them all. God bless you and guide you home. We will miss you Dad. Tom is preceded in death by his beloved wife of forty years, Thurza; his parents; brothers, Eugene Gamble, Harold Gamble; and sister, Louise Price. Tom is survived by his children, Tom E. Gamble of Arkansas, Margarette Elsbree of Bellingham, Tomia Prucher of Arlington, Roxie Pelton of Bellingham, Mason "Skip" Gamble of Ferndale, Lance Gamble of Texas; step-children, Susan Pickett of Oregon, Mark Gaskill of Bellingham, Janice Womack of Oregon, and Grant Gaskill of Ferndale; numerous precious grandchildren and great-grandchildren. A funeral service will be held Wednesday, June 23, at 9:00 a.m., at the James Street LDS Chapel in Bellingham. Burial to follow at Greenacres Moles Cemetery.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 22 Jun 2004) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GAMBLE, James Franklin, 62, of Ferndale, died Thursday, Aug 6, 1992, at St. Francis Extended Health Care, Bellingham. Visitation will be from 6 until 9 p.m. Sunday at Moles Funeral Home. Funeral services will be at 1 p.m. Monday at Moles Funeral Home Chapel, with the Rev. Harold Schroeder officiating. Burial will be in Greenacres Memorial Park. The Bellingham American Legion Albert J. Hamilton Post No. 7 will provide military honors. Born Dec. 10, 1929 in Cloquet, Minn. to Gordon and Bessie Gamble, Mr. Gamble served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War. He was a Metal Work I.B.E.W. Local Union No. 1665 representative for 15 years in Wenatchee and held that post for 35 years in Wenatchee and Ferndale. He was also a member of the V.F.W. Herbert Kenndy Post in Cloquet, Minn. Mr. Gamble lived in Whatcom County for 24 years. He married Virginia Gamble, Aug 1, 1972 in Bellingham. He enjoyed fishing, camping and bowling. Survivors include his wife Virginia of Ferndale; daughters Diane Honkala of Blaine, Nona Shepherd and Elita Bailey, both of Ferndale, Beverly Welch and Lynda Moore, both of Perry, Iowa, Susan Holman of Cloquet, Minn., Carol Jones and Connie Engen, both of Bellingham, Julie Gamble of Wenatchee, and Judy Bacon of Waterville, Wash.; sons James Gamble of Port Orchard, DeWayne Gamble of Ferndale, and Darrel Gamble of Deming; mother-in-law Judith Anderson of Cloquet, Minn.; former mother-in-law Addie Bateman of Wenatchee; sister-in-law Ruth Gamble of Cloquet; 27 grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 8 Aug 1992) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GAMBLE, Thurza Dee, age 75, passed away on June 2, 2003, at home with her family and friends surrounding her. She was born April 20, 1928, in Bellingham, Washington to Genevieve Carrie Durham of Minot, North Dakota and Grant Robert Nugent of Lummi Island, Washington. She was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. She grew up in Bellingham and Lummi Island. She attended school in Bellingham and Ferndale. She worked as a telephone operator for AT&T. She worked as a film editor for KVOS TV and was a switchboard operator for Western Washington University until she retired at the age of 62 in the year of 1989. Thurza is survived by her husband, Alfred Jennings (Tom) Gamble and her daughter, Genevieve Susan Pickett and husband John P. Pickett son, Mark Richard Gaskill daughter, Janice Marie Womack and husband David Womack son, Grant Roderick Gaskill and wife Susan Dell Gaskill son, Mason Harvey (Skip) Gamble and wife Tammy Jo Gamble son, Lance Allen Gamble and wife Pamela Rebecca Gamble son, Tom Earl Gamble and wife Thelma Louise Gamble and 67 grandchildren and great-grandchildren. In her retirement her greatest joy came from her grandchildren, her church and her genealogy work. What is this thing that men call death, This quiet passing in the night? Tis not the end, but genesis Of better worlds and greater light. O God, touch Thou my aching heart, And calm my troubled, haunting fears. Let hope and faith, transcendent, pure, Give strength and peace beyond my tears. There is no death, but only change With recompense for victory won The gift of Him who loved all men, The Son of God, the Holy One. Pres. Gordon B. Hinckley. "We love you mom, and we'll miss you." A funeral service will be held Fri., June 6, 2 p.m. at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, James St. Ward, Bellingham with burial to follow at Greenacres|Moles Cemetery.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 5 Jun 2003) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GAMLEN, June, 81, lifetime Whatcom County resident, was carried into the Presence of her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Sunday, Nov. 29, 2009, following a lengthy illness. June was born in Bellingham on June 4, 1928, to Matthew and Pearl Balfour. She was raised in North Bellingham, and graduated from Ferndale High School. She had been employed for many years by the Bellingham Public Schools as a secretary, working at both Shuksan Middle School and Bellingham High School. June was an accomplished musician. She used her musical gifts in a variety of ways, from teaching piano to numerous students over the years to directing church choirs. She was the founding director of the Templeaires, a youth choir which thrived during the late sixties and seventies at Calvary Temple in Bellingham. She also was pianist, organist and director of the sanctuary choir at Calvary Temple for many years, and served as well at Ferndale Assembly of God. During the fifties, she and her sister, Devona Gamlen, organized a children's ministry, which they brought to many churches throughout the region. June is survived by her three children: Heidi Kuzina (Paul) of Oak Harbor, Jill Fox (Jim) of Ferndale and Paul Michael Gamlen (Janell) of Port Orchard; seven grandchildren: Korie Taylor (John) in Indonesia, Holly Priestman (Matt) of Lynden and Kylie Green (Ryan) of Fallon, NV; Brenton Fox (Amy) of Ferndale, Adam Fox (Erica) of Spokane and Andy Fox (Stephanie) of Chewelah and Shantell Gamlen of Port Orchard; nine great-grandchildren: Ellia Taylor, Annalise Priestman, Ariana and Colton Fox, Mikayla, Gabriella and Tyler Fox, Josiah and Jillea Fox; also, numerous other relatives, including niece Julee Taxdahl of Ferndale (who was like a sister to June), niece Marcia Ellis and nephew Doug Gamlen, both of Portland, OR, and their families. She was loved by those who cared for her at Regency on Whidbey in Oak Harbor and Grace Adult Family Home in Ferndale. She was preceded in death by two sisters, Dorothy Genther (1986) and Devona Gamlen (2007), and by twin great-granddaughters, Madison Faith and Taylor Grace Priestman (2006). Visitation will be Thurs., Dec. 3, from 5-8 p.m. and Fri., Dec. 4, from 9-11:30 a.m. at Moles Funeral Home, 2039 Main St., Ferndale. A Memorial Service will take place on Friday, Dec. 4, 2009, 2:00 p.m. at Whatcom New Life Assembly, 2290 Main Street, Ferndale, Pastors Arlen Benson and Billy Farrar officiating. The service will be preceded by a private family graveside service at Woodlawn Cemetery. Arrangements are with the assistance of Whidbey Memorial Funeral & Cremation Service, Inc., 746 NE Midway Blvd., Oak Harbor, WA 98277.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 2 Dec 2009) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GAMMELL, William A. - Funeral services for William A. "Bill" Gammell, 72, of 4310 Squalicum Lake Rd., will be held at 1 p.m. Friday at Jones Funeral Home. Burial will be at Greenacres Memorial Park. He died Saturday (Sept. 8, 1973). Gammell was a road employee for Whatcom County, a member of the Rome Grange for many years and attended Calvary Temple. Survivors are: the wife Katherin at home; one daughter, Edna Austin of Hood River, Ore.; a sister, Florence Moline, Bellingham; two grandsons; and two great-grandchildren, and a cousin, Donald Horton of Oklahoma City.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 11 Sep 1973) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GANNON, Anna M., age 85, of 490 S. State St., passed away Sat., Feb. 3, 1979 at a local hospital. She retired in 1970 after a 50 yr. career in Women's fashions in B'ham. As head of the alterations dept. of Newton's for 35 yrs. she fitted wedding gowns, party clothes & other elegant apparel for 3 generations of B'ham women. Previously, she sewed for 5 years for Madame Schube who had a design & dress making shop & was the style arbiter of B'ham. Born in 1893 in Port Arthur, Ontario she came to B'ham in 1890 (sic) with her husband, Armon Beebe. After Mr. Beebe's death, she married in 1936, Gerald W. Gannon, B'ham, civic leader & secretary of the Chamber of Commerce. Both Mr. & Mrs. Gannon were active in public life until shortly before his death in 1974. Mrs. Gannon was a member of Soroptomists, Business & Professional Women & the First Baptist Church. She is survived by a niece, Patricia Hite, a sister-in-law, Mrs. Erle Johnston, both of B'ham. A step-daughter, Ruth Ricks of Enumclaw. Funeral service Tues., Feb. 6th at 11 a.m. in Jones Funeral Home, with Rev. Russell Hendrickson officiating. Interment Greenacres Memorial Park.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 5 Feb 1979) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GANNON, Gerald W. "Gerry", 85, 1100 Ellis, died Saturday (Feb. 2, 1974). Funeral services will be 1 p.m. Thursday at Jones Funeral Home. Mr. Gannon was one of Bellingham's leading civic activists and commercial promoters for nearly 40 years. A native of Alabama, he was reared in Kent. He came to Bellingham in 1925 to organize the Puget Sound Log Patrol. In 1935 Mr. Gannon became active in the Chamber of Commerce. He held every elective office in the Chamber over the next 25 years and was manager of the Chamber of nearly two decades. After retiring from the Chamber in 1960, Mr. Gannon was membership representative with the Automobile Club of Washington. He retired from that post five years ago. Mr. Gannon was a member of the Good Roads Association and was president of the then North Cross-State Highway Association in 1962. He was also instrumental in organizing the Better Business Bureau in Bellingham and the Mount Baker Recreation Association which developed the ski area at Heather Meadows. Survivors include the widow, Anna; a daughter, Ruth Rick of Enumclaw, several nieces and nephews including Patricia Hite of Bellingham. Burial will be in Greenacres Memorial Park. Memorials are suggested to the First Baptist Church Building Fun.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 3 Feb 1974) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GANNON, Laura Genevieve – In tribute to our grandmother, Laura Genevieve Gannon, in loving remembrance. "Gen" as she was affectionately called, was born in Basin, Montana, September 30, 1905. She and her family moved to Bellingham, WA when she was a small child. She attended school in Bellingham, and graduated at the age of sixteen. In 1923, at the age of eighteen, she and her older sister Delores, boldly left home to attend Berkeley college in California. Upon arriving, she quickly found work at a boarding house to raise the fifteen dollars needed for a semester at Berkeley. Not long after, she and her sister found work singing in a Cabaret during the evenings, while she attended college during the day, to major in history between 1924-1926. When work and funds ran out, she accepted a job offered by the teachers union, and headed to Christmas Arizona, where she taught children of the mine workers for two years. By World War II, she had married and had a daughter and a son, while working as an expediter for Boeing until 1946. She went on to finish her teaching degree in 1949, and taught in the Renton school district for many years. She spent her last years of teaching working with children who had learning disabilities. With her love of culture and history, she traveled extensively through South America, China, Europe and Africa, and once spent 3 months aboard a steamer traveling throughout the Pacific. Among her many talents and hobbies, Gen was a wonderful writer, photographer and poet, composing a most perfect goodbye to the grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and her 7 great-great-grandchildren. Who survive to tell the life of a truly exceptional woman: "I'll See You In The Spring" When the crocus meet with the daffodils, and the clouds part for the sun, I'll be there. When the swamp cabbage turns yellow, the alder buds turn green, and the robin sings his love song, I'll see you then. The smell of cedars rise up the hillsides, Fog comes out of the earth to meet the snow in the mountains, Look for me then, And I'll be there.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 20 Sep 2006) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GANSE, Gladys S., age 91, passed away July 8, 2005 at Highland Convalescent Center in Bellingham. She was born November 7, 1913 in Lancaster, PA to George and Edna Mellinger. At the age of 76, she retired as an accountant from the State of California and then retired again at the age of 80 after 30 years with the Coast Guard Auxiliary/Power Squadron. She was also a volunteer at the Bellingham Senior Center. Gladys was preceded in death by her son, Joel Bard. She is survived by daughter, Sally Leque of Bellingham; son, Michael Ganse of California, six grandchildren, 13 great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild and numerous nieces and nephews. A private family Memorial Service will be held in Bellingham at a later date and a Coast Guard Service with burial at sea will be held in California. Arrangements by Jerns Funeral Chapel and On-Site Crematorium.

GANSLER, Alma C., a life-time county resident, died at her Everson area home on Monday, July 21, (2003). She was 87. Alma was the born near Lynden on September 5, 1915, was the daughter of Henry and Magdalena (Elsner) Miller, and was married to Elver Gansler at the Ten Mile Chapel in 1934. A home maker, Alma was a member of St. John's Lutheran Church in Bellingham and enjoyed gardening, canning and cooking for her family. She was preceded by a son Henry in 1982 and her husband Elver in 1988, and is survived by her children Don and Anita Gansler, Marvin Gansler and Gary Gansler all of Everson, Sally and husband Richard Pagh of Anacortes and Neil and Pat Gansler of Kelso, WA; thirteen grand and seventeen great-grandchildren; sisters Frieda and husband Paul Jordan and June and husband Ron Kaaland all of Bellingham and numerous other relatives.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 23 Jul 2003) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GANSLER, Elver A., age 80, 1423 Ten Mile Rd., Everson, passed away at his home on Tues., Nov. 1, 1988. He was born in Bellingham on June 17, 1908 and had been a lifetime Whatcom County resident. He graduated from Meridian High School in 1926 and for 35 years had been employed at what is now Georgia Pacific in Bellingham, retiring in 1972. He was married to Alma Miller in Bellingham on Sept 16, 1934 and was a member of St. John's Lutheran Church. Survived by his wife Alma; 4 sons Don and wife Anita, and Marvin, all of Everson; Neil and wife Pat of Portland, OR, Gary and wife Donna of Lynden; a daughter, Mrs. Sally and husband Richard Pagh of Anacortes; 13 grandchildren; 8 great-grandchildren; a brother, Richard Gansler of Bellingham; 3 sisters, Mrs. Rosa Peterson of Battleground, WA, Mrs. Florence Nienaber of Bellingham, and Mrs. Ann Brown of Sequim and numerous other relatives. He was also preceded by a son Henry in 1982. Memorial funeral services will be conducted on Sat., Nov. 5 at 1 p.m. in St. Johns Lutheran Church, Bellingham with Rev. Kenneth Daugs officiating. Burial preceded in Greenacres Memorial Park on Friday. Services are under the direction of the Gillies Funeral Home, Lynden.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 4 Nov 1988) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GANSLER, Henry R., 46, of Hoquiam, a former Whatcom County resident, died Tuesday (April 20, 1982) as the result of an industrial accident. He was born July 30, 1935, in Bellingham, and was a 1953 graduate of Meridian High School. He received a degree in chemical engineering from the University of Washington in 1957. He was an Army veteran and a member of Our Saviour's Lutheran Church of Aberdeen. A Hoquiam resident for 15 years, he was employed there by ITT-Rayonier as a shift supervisor. He is survived by his parents, Elver and Alma Gansler of Everson, four brothers, a sister and numerous other relatives. Funeral services will be held Friday at St. John's Lutheran Church, Bellingham. Burial will follow in Greenacres Memorial Park. Arrangements are by Gillies Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 22 Apr 1982) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GAONA, Donna A. - Funeral services for Donna A. Gaona, 43 will be at 10 a.m. Thursday at the Lummi Neighborhood Facility. Mrs. Gaona, 2394 Cagey Road, died Monday (Jan. 22, 1990) at St. Joseph Hospital. She was born Feb. 27, 1946 in Bellingham and worked for 20 years in commercial fisheries. She is survived by her husband, Eleazar Gaona, of the family home; four daughters, Dolly Solomon, Elisia James, Terilee Gaona and Angela Gaona, all of the Lummi Indian Reservation; a son, Mario Gaona, of Bellingham; her parents Ed and Margaret Greene of the Lummi Reservation; a sister Jackie Vail of the Lummi Reservation; four brothers, Richard Greene, John Greene, Terry Greene and Joel Greene, all of the Lummi Reservation; four grandchildren; and numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. A prayer service for Mrs. Gaona will be at 7 p.m. today, also at the Lummi Neighborhood Facility. Burial will follow the Thursday service at the Lummi Reservation Cemetery. Arrangements are under the direction of Moles Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 24 Jan 1990) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GARBARENO, Fred of 2525 Kulshan, age 81, passed away Saturday, June 30, (1973) in a local nursing home. He was a veteran of WWI, and a member of the Garden Street Methodist Church. He is survived by his wife, Gladys; 1 son, Robert F. Garbareno of Edmonds; 2 daughters, Mrs. Roy Reed of Bellingham, and Mrs. Fred N. Graham, also of Bellingham; 2 sisters, Mrs. Henry Osterfeld of Delores, Calif., and Mrs. Emily Armstrong of Kalamath (sic)Falls, Oregon; 6 grandchildren. Graveside services will be held Tuesday, July 3 at 4 p.m. in Greenacres Memorial Park with the Rev. Oscar Olson officiating. Arrangements by Veroske’s Bellingham Chapel.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 2 Jul 1973) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GARBARENO, Gladys, age 83, of 2525 Kulshan passed away Wednesday, Jan. 9, (1974) in a local nursing home. She was a member of the Garden Street Methodist Church. She was preceded in death by her husband Fred in June 1973. She is survived by 1 son, Robert F. Garbareno of Edmonds, Wn.; 2 daughters, Mrs. Joanne Reed of Bellingham and Mrs. Nancy N. Graham of Bellingham; 1 sister, Mrs. Vera Darling of Wichita, Kansas; 6 grandchildren. Funeral services will be held in Veroske's Bellingham Chapel, Friday, Jan. 11 at 11 a.m. with the Revs. Lawrence Guderian and Oscar Olsen officiating. Burial in Greenacres Memorial Park.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 10 Jan 1974) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GARBARENO, Robert Frederick, born July 23, 1925 in Bellingham, to the parents of M. Fred Garbareno and Gladys (Williams) Garbareno, died Sunday April 28, 1991 at Swedish Hospital in Seattle. Robert was a USMC WWII veteran who served in Okinawa. A Government General Contractor by trade, he was also in the Merchant Marine, a member of the Elks and Lions Club. He enjoyed a good round of golf and loved football. Boating was a special interest as was his liking for the warm weather of New Mexico. He survived by two sons Robert F. Jr. in Lynnwood, WA, son Douglas J. of Edmonds, his daughter Linda Garbareno of Everett, WA, his sister (Joanne) Reed and husband Roy of Bellingham, seven grandchildren, and three nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, M. Fred and Gladys Garbareno and his sister Nancy Graham. Funeral services will be held Thursday, May 2, 1991 at 2 p.m. at the Jerns-LeVeck Funeral Chapel, Rev Don McClellan officiating, interment in Greenacres Cemetery.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 1 May 1991) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GARCIA, Ann Rice, age 81 of Bellingham, passed away April 27, 1997 in St. Francis Health Care. Mrs. Garcia was born December 15, 1915 in Navasota, Texas to Amos and Nannie Lee Rice. She was very proud of being a Staff Sgt. in the WACs from 1942 to 1945 and was a member of the Bellingham Air Force Reserve from 1948 to 1952. She lived in Bellingham for 63 years and retired after 32 years of service with the Social Security Administration. She was a very strong supporter of the First Congregational Church on Cornwall Avenue and loved gardening. She is survived by four sisters and numerous nieces and nephews. The arrangements are under the direction of The Jern LeVeck Funeral Chapel and Crematorium of Bellingham.

GARCIA, Barbara Ann, 67, died peacefully at home on May 21, (2007). She lived n Bellingham eleven years and was employed by Agape Home for Women and Children for the past ten years. Barbara was a warm, compassionate person who will be greatly missed. She is survived by her daughter, Victoria Stainbrook and two grandchildren of Carson City, Nevada. A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m., Thursday, May 31 at the NW Baptist Church in Bellingham.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 31 May 2007) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GARCIA, Maria, age 82, of Belling-ham, passed away Sat., Jan. 25, 2003, in Bellingham. She was born July 25, 1920, in Crystal City, TX to Alejandro and Maria (Rodriquez) Menchaca and had been a Whatcom County resident for 38 years. Mrs. Garcia was a great homemaker and strong in her faith, devoted mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and a wonderful cook. Survived by her ten children: Grace Bob, Gregory Garcia, Roger Garcia, Rosie Bouker, Tony Garcia, Oscar Garcia, Vickie Parr, Patty Garcia, Everett Garcia and Ernest Garcia four sister, Herlinda Rodriquez, Lupe Peña, Teresa Fernandez, Lourdes Valadez brother, Oscar Menchaca 16 grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. A funeral mass will be held Thurs., Jan. 30, 10 a.m. at Assumption Catholic Church, 2116 Cornwall Ave., Bellingham, with Father Jay DeFolco as the celebrant. Burial will follow in Greenacres|Moles Cemetery.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 29 Jan 2003) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GARCIA, Raul went home to be with his Heavenly Father on August 1, 2007. He was 89. Raul was born August 6, 1917 to Refugio and Jesus Garcia in Acambaro, Mexico. Shortly after his birth his family moved to California where Raul was a resident for most of his life. He retired from the City of San Fernando as an electrical inspector after many years of service. After the birth of his first granddaughter in 1990, Raul and his wife Mercedes moved to Bellingham, WA to be close to their family. Raul was a devoted husband, father and grandfather. He regularly attended Assumption Catholic Church in Bellingham and was an avid gardener. Raul is survived by his wife of 68 years, Mercedes Garcia; daughter Sylvia Hemple; son-in-law Russ Hemple; granddaughters Megan and Jessica Hemple; brothers Albert and Henry Garcia; and sisters Ruth Munoz, Irene Olmeldo, Sarah Durazo, Laurie Aragon, and Alice Ramirez. He will be dearly missed by all those who loved him. An evening prayer service will be held Tuesday, August 7, 2007, 7 p.m. followed by a Funeral Mass, Wednesday, August 8, 2007, 12 noon, offered by Father Scott Connolly, Celebrant. Both Services will be held at Assumption Church, Bellingham.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 5 Aug 2007) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GARCIA, Richard, Sr., age 93, of Bellingham, passed away Saturday, June 21, 2008. He was born on March 2, 1915, in Stockton, California. Richard served in the Army during WWII. He was a carpenter and spent most of his life in Seattle and Alaska, and then moved to Lummi to be closer to his family. Richard was a very independent man, a voracious reader, storyteller and avid cribbage player. He was witty and had a great sense of humor. He is preceded in death by his parents; 3 wives; son, Richard Garcia, Jr.; daughter, Teresa Garcia; 3 grandchildren; and 1 great-grand-child. Richard is survived by stepson Howard Garcia of Lummi; daughters, Natalia Calhoun of Lummi, Katherine Reidt of Seattle, and Victoria Garcia of Arizona; 16 grandchildren; 25 great-grandchildren; 8 great-great grandchildren; and 2 great-great grandchildren on the way. A Memorial Service will be held Wednesday, June 25, at 10:00 a.m. at Wexliem Community Building. Moles Family Funeral Homes & Crematory – Ferndale.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 24 Jun 2008) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GARDINER, Paul Richard, age 33, of Bellingham, WA, passed away Monday, November 26, 2001 in Park City, MT as a result of an automobile accident. Paul is survived by his wife Michelle (Crook) 2 children, Christopher and Kendra Gardiner 2 step children, Brian and Jeff Collins his parents, Kelvin and Jill Gardiner and sisters JoAnn and Nicola. A memorial service will be held 2:30 p.m. Friday, November 30, 2001 at Fountain Community Church. Burial Greenacres Memorial Park. Arrangements by Jones-Moles Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 29 Nov 2001) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GARDNER, Alice Amelia Wolten, age 93, passed away February 19, 2006 at Evergreen North Cascade Health Care Center. Alice was born June 16, 1912, to Paul A. and Roxie (Wilson) Wolten in Blaine, where she lived with her nine siblings. On March 8, 1940, she married Kenneth E. Gardner of Bellingham. He preceded her in death September 2, 1991. Survivors include sons Douglas (Lila) Gardner of Lynnwood and Eugene (Libet) Gardner of Port Townsend; daughters Elaine (Robert) Smith and Carol Laxdal of Bellingham; grandchildren Todd (Debbie) Smith, Von (Maggie) Smith, Shannon (Glen) Foresman, Ben Gardner, Alicia (Jesse) Ruhoff, Traci Laxdal and Heidi (Adam) Thiesen; 11 great-grandchildren; sister Norma Kruse of Blaine; and brother Gordon Wolten of Alaska. She enjoyed being with her family at the Lummi Island cabin, traveling to Hawaii and gardening. A memorial service will be February 27th at 1 p.m. at Garden Street United Methodist Church.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 23 Feb 2006) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GARDNER, Bonnie A. - A memorial service and potluck lunch for Bonnie Anne Gardner of Birch Bay will be held at 1 p.m. Sunday at the Birch Bay Village Clubhouse. Mrs. Gardner died Wednesday, Sept. 29, 1999, at home. She was 82. Born March 28, 1917, to Gordon and Ida Shea in Jenks, Okla., she grew up in Whatcom and Skagit counties and Alaska, and graduated from Whatcom High School. She was a Birch Bay resident for 29 years. Mrs. Gardner married D.L. (Jack) Gardner. He died in 1997. Mrs. Gardner worked in the newspaper and radio businesses for many years and worked in the provost's office at Western Washington University until her retirement. She enjoyed fishing and crabbing with her husband on their boat, "Carolyn" reading cookbooks and cooking for her friends. Survivors include son William G. Gardner of Birch Bay daughters Nancy Hempler of Birch Bay and Ida Dayton of Coupeville sister Dolores Gildness of Vancouver, Wash. brother William Shea of Bothell six grandchildren five great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.

GARDNER, Carl E., of Bellingham passed away Tuesday, March 9, 2004. He was born on June 21, 1920 in Waterville, Maine to Philip & Fronia (Ricker) Gardner. He is survived by his wife of 62 years Joanne P. Gardner; daughters Donna (Phil) Royal of Concrete, and Jeanie (Ken) Schneider of Everson; grandchildren Angela & Richard Jacoby, Jacqueline and Marty Matheson, Ken Schneider and wife Leah Lippman-Schneider, and Derek Downing. Also survived by brother Norman G. Gardner & wife Blanche of Gardiner, Maine, along with 7 great-grandchildren. Carl was a supervisor in Bath, Maine shipyards from 1940-1941. He spent 3 years in the Pacific Rim area while in the Navy during WWII. Carl was a supervisor for Continental Copper & Steel after the service, where he constructed the parts for two atomic energy plants in Kentucky and Ohio. He spent most of the next 8 years operating heavy equipment machinery, building dams, roads, levies, and homes. He retired after 30 years as a mail carrier in California and Bellingham. Carl was member of the VFW, Lynden Masonic Lodge 56, Moose, and also a member of the Laurel Baptist Church. Carl was active in Mountain Rescue for several years, a member of the Wilderness Club & a charter member of the Bellingham Rock & Gem Society. He was an Eagle Scout, Scoutmaster, and served on several Scout boards. He was also a Sea Scout. Carl enjoyed being out in the wilderness; camping, hunting, fishing, canoeing, photography, boating, mountain climbing, gem hunting, hiking, bird watching, and stopping to smell the flowers. He also enjoyed dancing, playing cards, most all sports, and working with copper and leather crafts. Carl became an Eagle Scout and was able to go to a World Jamboree in Washington, D.C. in 1937. While there, he flew over the Capitol in a Navy blimp. Carl has been able to see thousands of Caribou in a herd, over 100 loons in a group, and stood in one spot and counted over 50 eagles. He worked on the world's largest earth filled dam that created a lake 180' long in North Dakota. Carl caught a couple salmon over 50 lbs, shot a royal elk, and 14 other elk in all. He walked over 180,000 miles, never paid any kind of traffic violation, and has enjoyed taking lots of people for their 1st wilderness experience (1st trout, gold nugget, deer, mountain climb, hike, canoe trip, etc.) Life has been great for him, and he truly had a fortune of memories. "I have a deep feeling of appreciation for all those who have inspired, taught, and helped me along the road of life. I especially have a deep love and appreciation for all my wonderful family. Little did I realize that cute, blue-eyed, flirt that I met while I was a young Boy Scout out looking for precious gem stones, while she was selling peas at her father's roadside stand, some 65 years ago, would be the most 'precious gem' that I would find. So I married her 62 years ago!" Visitation will be held at Westford Funeral Home on Thursday, March 11 from 12 – 5 p.m. A Military Graveside Service by V.F.W. Post #1585 will be held at Ten Mile Cemetery on Friday, March 12 at 10:30 a.m., with a Memorial Service at 11:30 at Laurel Baptist Church, 162 W. Laurel Rd. Please join us for a reception, following the service, at the church.

GARDNER, Charlotte I., age 52 of 3709 Vining St., died Thursday, August 12, 1982. She was a member of the Free Methodist Church and was employed at Morse Hardware for 16 years. Surviving are her husband Wendell; 3 sons and wives, William and Gail Gardner in Idaho, Robert and Jose Gardner in Hawaii, Ricky and Linda Gardner of Bellingham; a daughter Wendy and husband Tom Ulmer of Prince George; her mother, Verlie and step father Fred Graves of Bellingham; brothers Clyde and wife Sally Shetler of Acme and sister Janet and husband Melvin Lambert of Everson; 7 grandchildren. Graveside services will be held Monday, August 16 at 11:30 a.m. in Woodlawn Cemetery with Rev. Phil Brooks officiating. Calling hours will be Sat 9 to 1 and Sunday 4 to 6. Arrangements by Jerns-LeVeck Funeral Chapel & Crematorium.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 15 Aug 1982) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GARDNER, David L. "Jack" beloved husband for sixty years of Bonnie Gardner died suddenly Saturday (Jan. 25, 1997) morning. Jack was born in Lynden and graduated from Whatcom High School in 1934. When he retired from the Port of Bellingham in 1984, where he was in charge of Ocean Shipping for many years, he was voted the Propeller Club's "Man of the Year". He was a member of Rotary International in Canada. Jack is survived by his wife Bonnie Gardner, son Bill Gardner and wife Susan, two daughters, Nancy Hempler and husband Dick, Ida Dayton and husband Ed. He is also survived by his four granddaughters, Brenna Douglas and husband Russ, Krista Gardner and husband Eric Hammer, Shea Gardner and husband Rob, and Anne Fairfield and husband Larry, two grandsons, Scott Butters and wife Michelle, Brad Haalam, and three great-grandchildren, Jack, Jacob and Zachary. Friends and family are invited to celebrate the life of Jack Gardner at the Birch Bay Village Club House, Saturday, February 1, 1997, 2:00 p.m. Moles Funeral Home & Cremation Service in Ferndale.

GARDNER, Hazel E., age 76, of 2205 D St., passed away Sunday, Sept. 25, (1977). She was a lifetime resident and a member of the Garden St. Methodist Church and the Emblem Club and the Rebecca Lodge No. 43. She is survived by her husband Ralph E., 2 sons, Eldon of Nigura, Miss. and Larry of Bothel, WA. One daughter, Mrs. Dolores Copeland, city. Funeral services will be conducted Tues., Sept. 27 at 10:30 a.m. within the Chapel of Westford Funeral Home. With Rev. Lawrence Guderian, Pastor officiating. Cremation.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 26 Sep 1977) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GARDNER, Kenneth E., 84, a lifelong resident of Bellingham, died Monday Sept. 2, 1991 in a Bellingham Nursing Home. He was born May 27, 1907 in Bellingham to Charles & Lydia Gardner. Mr. Gardner was married March 8, 1940 in Blaine to Alice A. Wolten. He worked for The Port of Bellingham for 15 years prior to his retirement in 1971. He was a life member of the Bellingham Yacht Club, past member of the Bellingham Elks Lodge. He is survived by his wife Alice A. Gardner of Bellingham; 2 sons, Douglas M. Gardner of Lynnwood, WA, and Eugene W. Gardner of Olympia, WA; 4 daughters, Mabel Pearson of Everett, Nadine Wronski of Portland, OR, Elaine Smith of Bellingham and Carol Laxdal of Lynden; 1 brother, Jack Gardner of Birch Bay; 15 grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. There will be a memorial service Thursday, Sept. 5, 1:30 p.m. at Greenacres Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor William G. Berney of the Garden Street Methodist Church officiating. Burial will follow at a later date at Greenacres Memorial Park. Arrangements by Greenacres Funeral Home.

GARDNER, Mary - Aged 89 years, Mrs. Mary Gardner, 2526 Kulshan street, passed away at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Lulu Manhart, Route 1, Everson, Thursday after a lingering illness. She had resided in Bellingham twenty-one years and is survived by three daughters, Mrs. Manhart, Mrs. L. A. Gremmett, Girard, Ill., and Mrs. Nellie Mullinax, Parsons, Kans.; one son, Charles Deming; thirteen grandchildren and five great grandchildren. Funeral services will be conducted by the Rev. Elroy Shikles Monday at 1 p.m. in the Bingham-Dahlquist funeral hone. Interment in Bay View cemetery will follow.
(From The Bellingham Herald, April 5, 1940) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GARDNER, Ralph E., 85, 2205 D St., died today in Bellingham. He was born Sept. 30, 1901 in Lynwood, Minn., (sic) but had lived in Whatcom County for most of his life. Mr. Gardner was retired after 42 years of driving a truck for Puget Sound Power & Light Co. He was a life member of Bellingham Elks Lodge No. 194 and the Senior Citizens. His wife, Hazel, and a daughter Rite died earlier. Survivors include two sons, Larry Gardner of Fort Worth, Texas and Eldon Gardner of Fla.; a daughter, Dolores Copeland of Bellingham; 12 grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren. Arrangements are pending with the Westford Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 23 Apr 1987) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GARGETT, George Grant, born September 28, 1917, in Alma, Michigan, passed away March 3, 2006 at Highgate Senior Living in Bellingham. He was a husband of 61 years to Josephine and father of George, Frederick, John and Mark. He also had eight grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Through all his endeavors, George focused on serving others. So many people can look back at how their lives have been touched by his example and leadership. George served in the U.S. Army, training the last cavalry unit in its history and working on post-war intelligence in Japan. He had a distinguished career in insurance, ultimately serving as a senior officer and board member within the Mutual of Omaha Companies. George was especially proud of leading boy Scout Troops 366 in Omaha and 180 in Seattle. A Memorial Service will be held at St. Paul's Episcopal Church in Bellingham, WA at 1 p.m. on Friday, March 10, 2006.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 8 Mar 2006) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GARIPEE, Francis, age 81, of 4249 Lummi Shore Rd., Ferndale passed away Wed. May 23, 1979. Mr. Garipee was a lifetime resident of Lummi, a member of St. Joachim's Catholic Church and the Lummi Indian Tribe. He is survived by 1 son, Victor of Lummi; 2 daughters, Elizabeth Martin of Lummi and Mary Harrison of Seattle. 10 grandchildren, 4 great grandchildren, numerous other relatives. Vigil services will be held in Moles Funeral Home, Thurs. May 24 at 4 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be offered by Rev. Phillip Bloom, Fri. May 25 at 10 a.m. in St. Joachim's Catholic Church. Burial will follow in Lummi Reservation Cemetery.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 24 May 1979) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GARIPEE, George, one of Lummi reservation's most prominent and progressive farmers, died Friday noon (Sept. 11, 1936) at his home on the reservation. He had been ill only since Thursday night. He was about 70 years of age. Joseph Schlageter, Indian agent, in commending Garipee's industry and interest in the reservation's affairs, said that he farmed over 100 acres. He was a member of the St. Joachin Catholic Church. Surviving relatives are the widow and one son, Francis Garipee. Funeral announcements will be made by the Monroe mortuary, Ferndale.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 11 Sep 1936) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GARIPEE, George F. - A 41-year-old Lummi man drowned Friday (July 21,1972) in a 15-foot-deep pool near the Lummi Tribal Hall. Tribal Police said that George F. Garipee, 4249 Lummi Shore Rd., was found in the pool located at a gravel pit. He had been in the water for about an hour and a half, officers said. Capt. William Perry said the drowning was accidental and happened when the man had attempted to swim across the pond. Mr. Garipee had been a resident of the Lummi Reservation all his life and was a veteran of the Korean War. Prayer services will be conducted at 7:30 p.m. Sunday at Moles Funeral Home and burial will be at 10 am Monday in the Lummi Reservation Cemetery with the Rev. Walter Harnden officiating. Mr. Garipee is survived by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Francis Garipee of Lummi Reservation; three sisters, Mrs. Marie Harrison and Mrs. Elizabeth Martin, both of Lummi, and Mrs. Sharon Keller of Bellingham and a brother, Victor of Lummi.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 23 Jul 1972) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GARIPEE, Mary – One of the Bellingham bay area’s oldest native residents, Mrs. Mary Ann Garipee, 76, a Lummi Indian, passed away Monday morning (May 26, 1941) at her reservation home. Mrs. Garipee was a sister of Chief August Martin. Also surviving are a son Francis and a sister Mrs. Emma Garrison of Shelton. Funeral services will be held Wednesday at 9 a.m. in the Lummi reservation Catholic church, with burial following in the reservation cemetery under direction of the Monroe funeral home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 27 May 1941) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GARIPEE, Victor A. - Rosary services will be recited for Victor A. Garipee, age 56 of 4249 Lummi Shore Dr., Bellingham, Friday Sept. 8 at 7 p.m., at Moles Funeral Home Chapel by Vernon Lane. Graveside services will be Sat. Sept. 9, Lummi Reservation Cemetery with Father Jack Buckalew officiating. Mr. Garipee was born Dec. 29, 1932 in Bellingham, and passed away at his home Tues. Sept. 5, (1989). Mr. Garipee had been a lifetime resident of the Lummi Reservation. He is survived by 4 nephews: August Martin, Neil Martin, Karl Sanders, and Darrel Sanders, all of Lummi Reservation; 5 nieces: Cassandra Misanes, Martine Jefferson, Josephine Misanes, Emmeline Martin and Hope Martin, all of Lummi Reservation; aunt Lilly Schultz; and uncle Solomon Schultz; a half sister Sharon Woodruff; numerous other relatives. Arrangements by Moles Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 8 Sep 1989) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GARLAND, Donald Kirkpatrick, age 68, passed away Thursday, Jan. 5, (1978). Mr. Garland was a life time resident of Bellingham, was raised in Alger and attended Skagit Valley schools. He entered the Foreign Service in 1956 and was a machinery specialist for the US Government for 20 years. Before that he worked in Alaska and Yukon Territory on the Alaska Highway and also worked for many years in garages in Bellingham. He leaves to survive his wife Myrtle E. of the family home; 1 daughter Mrs. Diana Miller of this city; 4 grandchildren, Shannon, Patrick, Marci and Matthew; his mother Mrs. W. B. Garland of Alger; 2 sisters Mrs. Beatrice Wilkerson of Seattle and Mrs. Byrdelle Healy of Santa Barbara; numerous cousins, nieces and nephews located in Washington, Oregon and California. Funeral services will be conducted Monday, Jan. 9 at 2:30 p.m. in the Chapel of the Westford Funeral Home with Rev. Herbert B. McLellan officiating. Interment Greenacres.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 6 Jan 1978) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GARLAND, Harold F. – A memorial service for Harold F. Garland of Bellingham will be at a later date. Mr. Garland died Saturday, Sept 2, 2000. He was 90. Born Dec 27, 1909 to Harold F. and Clarabelle (Thurston) Garland in Santa Ana, Calif., he moved to Bellingham in the late 1930s. Mr. Garland was a music teacher, musician and composer. During the late 1940s, he returned to Orange County in California, where he lived until returning to Bellingham in 1980. He enjoyed reading, science and debating. His sister Clara Kirkwood died in 1998. Survivors include sons Scott Garland of Bellingham and Eric Garland of Sequim; daughter Alison Howard of St. John; brother Fred Garland of Vista, Calif.; companion Annie Tennyson of Bellingham; ex-wife Aldis Haan of Lynden; four grandchildren; one great-grandchild; and many nieces and nephews. Arrangements are by Westford Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 6 Sep 2000) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GARLAND, Myrtle E., age 89 of Bellingham, WA, passed away April 21, 2003 at Mt. Baker Care Center. She was born October 25, 1913 in Vancouver, B.C., Canada to Knute and Patricia (Craig) Larson. Myrtle married Donald Garland in Seattle, WA in 1935. She was a member of St. Paul's Episcopal Church. She volunteered for the Red Cross, Literacy Council, and RSVP. She taught English to non-speaking adults and enjoyed Tai Chi. Due to her husband's job, Myrtle lived in Bolivia, Columbia, Nigeria, Thailand and Vietnam. She was preceded in death by her parents, her stepfather, her husband, her brother and her son. She is survived by her daughter, Diana and husband Dale Miller of Bellingham her granddaughter, Marci (Scott) Anderson and their two children Jacob and Sarah of Bellingham a grandson, Matthew (Roberta) Miller and their daughter Madeline of Bellingham a granddaughter, Shannon Brown (Buddy) and son Michael of Graham, WA and a grandson, Patrick Garland (Debbie) of Covington, WA. Graveside services will be held at Greenacres Cemetery 1:00 p.m. Monday April 28, 2003 followed by a 2:00 p.m. memorial service at St. Paul's Episcopal Church with Fr. Bob Christie officiating. Westford Funeral Home & Cremation Center.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 27 Apr 2003) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GARMAN, John T., 75 of 3820 Idaho St. died Monday (July 17, 1989) at St. Joseph Hospital. He was born Sept. 25, 1913 in Nanaimo, B.C. Mr. Garman had lived in Whatcom County for 63 years. Mr. Garman was a retired refrigerator engineer from Bellingham Cold Storage, where he worked for 20 years. He was a master sergeant in the Army Air Corps in World War II. He was a member of Bellingham Lions Club and Bellingham Central Lutheran Church. Survivors include a son Morris Garman of Bellingham, and a friend, Eleanor Rowley of Bellingham. Services will be at 10:30 am Friday at Central Lutheran Church with the Revs. Leonard Erickson and Dennis Anderson officiating. Arrangements are by Westford Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 19 Jul 1989) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GARMAN, Mildred A. - Bellingham resident Mildred A. Garman, 70, who had worked as a registered nurse in Dr. Brantley Davis' office, died Monday (Jan. 11, 1988). Mrs. Garman, of 3820 Idaho St., was born June 28, 1917, in Mount Vernon. She was a member of Fairhaven Lady Lions, the St. Luke's Alumni Association and Central Lutheran Church. Survivors include her husband, John T. Garman, of the family home; a son, Morris Garman of Bellingham; a brother, Victor Lillquist of Edmonds; two sisters, Ann Peck of Stanwood, and Julia Bolden of Burlington; three grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. Services will be at 2 p.m. Thursday at Central Lutheran Church, with the Rev. Leonard Ericksen officiating. Arrangements are by Westford Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 13 Jan 1988) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GARMO, Frances Glazer - A funeral for Frances Glazer Garmo will be at 3:30 p.m. today at Jerns Funeral Chapel with Rabbi Yossi Liebowitz officiating. Burial will follow in Beth Israel Cemetery. Mrs. Garmo died Tuesday, June 9, 1998. She was 88. Born Feb. 3, 1910 to Benjamin D. and Rose R. Glazer in Bellingham, she was a lifelong member of Beth Israel Synagogue and the congregation's Active Teacher when it had no rabbi. She also was a charter and life member of the Bellingham Chapter of Hadassah, a member of Women's Zionist Organization and Ferndale Chapter of Eastern Star, and past president of state and local PTAs, Children's Orthopedic Guild and Wiser Lake Garden Club. A leader in civic affairs, she was involved in the YWCA, Interfaith Coalition Events and The Bellingham Chapter of American Red Cross. She was known as "Auntie" Frances: to many committee members. She also volunteered with Girl Scouts of America and St. Joseph Hospital and its Cancer Education center. Her husband, George, died in 1985. Survivors include daughters Diane Garmo of Bellingham and Mary Garmo of Alameda, Calif., brother Edward Glazer of Bellevue, one grandchild and nieces and nephews.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 11 Jun 1998) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GARMO, George, age 78, of 3625 E. Smith Rd., passed away at his residence Tues., Dec. 24 th, 1985. He leaves to survive his wife Frances of Bellingham; 2 daughters, Diane Garmo of Deming, Mary Joyce Garmo of Calif.; 1 granddaughter Ida Rose Kennedy, Calif. He had been a lifetime resident of Whatcom County and was a member of the Beth Israel Synagogue; B'Nai B'rith and associated member of Haddassah; past master Ferndale Lodge 264 F & AM; life member of BPOE Lodge No. 194 and retired from Whatcom County Engineers Dept. in 1967. Funeral services will be held Fri., Dec. 27 at 11 a.m. at the Jerns LeVeck Funeral Chapel, with Rabbi Frederick F. Gartner officiating. Ernest Bann will cantor. Burial Beth Israel Cemetery.
(From The Bellingham Herald 26 Dec 1985) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GARNAAS, Nils P., 55, 2919 Alabama St. died today at his home. Born in Norway Dec. 24, 1923, he was a millworker. Survivors include his wife, four sons, one grandchild, one brother, and one sister. Services will be at 2 p.m. Thursday at Westford Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Greenacres Memorial Park.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 11 Dec 1979) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GARNAAS, Perry, 25 Renton, died Tuesday (June 14, 1983) in Tacoma. Garnaas previously had been a resident of Bellingham for 19 years and was a 1975 graduate of Sehome High School. He was manager of Domino's Pizza Restaurant in Tacoma at the time of his death. He is survived by his mother, one son and three brothers. Funeral services will be held Monday, June 20, in the chapel of Westford Funeral Home. The Rev. Leonard Ericksen will officiate. Burial will follow at Greenacres Memorial Park. Arrangements are by Westford Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 16 Jun 1983) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GARNER, Eunice Theresa, formerly of Bellingham, died of a stroke Wednesday, Oct. 8, 1997, at Natividad Medical Center in Salinas, Calif. She was 67. A private service will be held. Born Nov. 14, 1929, in Sumas, she graduated from Mount Baker High School. Mrs. Garner worked as a bookkeeper for Stockton Paint Co. in Bellingham for 10 years. She moved to Salinas two years ago. Survivors include son Michael Garner of Salinas, sister Evelyn Sande of Bellingham, one grandchild and other relatives.

GARNER, Ilo, age 81, of Bellingham, WA passed away Saturday, September 13, 1997. She was born May 22, 1916 in Crescent city, OK, and lived in Whatcom County for 20 years. Survivors include her loving husband, Jake, to whom she had been married for 56 years; son John and wife Darlene Garner; daughter Sharon and husband Jim Braxton, all of Bellingham; 6 grandchildren; and 4 great-grandchildren. A funeral service will be Tuesday, September 16, 1997, at 11:00 a.m. at Jones-Moles Funeral Home Chapel with burial following at Bayview Cemetery, the Reverend Ed Byskal officiating. Arrangements by Jones-Moles Funeral Home and Cremation Service 2465 Lakeway Dr. at Yew St.

GARNER, Roberta Rae - A graveside service for Roberta Rae Garner of Bellingham will be at 2:30 p.m. Thursday at Greenacres Memorial Park. Mrs. Garner died Sunday, Feb. 22, 1998, at St. Joseph Hospital. She was 44. Born Aug. 8, 1953 to Robert and Willa Capp Martin in Bellingham, she was a lifelong Whatcom County resident. Survivors include her son Billy Garner of Sumas; brother Robert Martin Jr. of Ferndale; sisters Kathleen Arnott and Toni Lindsey, both of Ferndale, Cindy Den Hartog of Bellingham and Chris Olsen of Quincy; five grandchildren; and many other relatives.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 25 Feb 1998) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GARNESS, Andrew "Andy," 84, of Bellingham, died Wednesday, December 27, (1989) after a long illness. He will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him. He came half-way around the world from Norway and eventually put down roots in Bellingham. He was married to Ruth Romanson for 33 years. Mr. Garness retired from Mt. Baker Plywood, was a charter member of Faith Lutheran Church, a member of Sons of Norway and served in the U.S. Army in WWII. He is survived by a daughter Helen and husband Don Dorn of Bellingham; 2 grandchildren, Elisa and Zacary Dorn of Bellingham; 3 brothers, Knut and wife Marie of Kalispell, Montana; Olaf of Swift Current, Sask.; Otto of Norway and 1 sister Kristine Jensen of Norway. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, 1 p.m. January 2, at Faith Lutheran Church with burial to follow at Greenacres Memorial Park. Arrangements by Jones Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 31 Dec 1989) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GARNESS - Ruth Valborg, age 71 of 1234 Racine St., passed away March 19, (1976). A retired teacher, she had been a resident of this community for the past 38 years, was a member of Faith Lutheran Church and the Naomi Circle, Delta Kappa Gamma, National Retired Teachers Assoc., and had taught at several Bellingham Schools including Sunnyland School. Surviving husband, Andrew, 1 daughter, Mrs. Donald Dorn, 2 grandchildren, Elisa and Zachary Dorn. Funeral services Tuesday March 23 at 2:30 p.m. in Faith Lutheran Church with Rev. Keith Swenson officiating. Interment Greenacres Memorial Park. Arrangements by Jones Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 22 Mar 1976) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GARNJOST, Rose Lynette of Bend, Ore., died Wednesday, Nov. 5, 1997, in Bellingham. She was 100. A service will be held in Colma, Calif. Born April 6, 1897, to Joseph and Anna Means in San Francisco, she graduated from high school there. Mrs. Garnjost was an excellent amateur golfer. She was preceded in death by her husband, Albert, in 1970. Survivors include four nephews and one niece. Arrangements are by Westford Funeral Home.

GARRIES, Arthur Lewis of Camano Island died Thursday, Dec. 23, 1993. He was 86. A memorial service will be at 2 p.m. Thursday at Camano Chapel on Camano Island with Pastor Bill Wayland officiating. Burial will be at Greenacres Memorial Park in Ferndale. Mr. Garries was born Oct. 29, 1907 in Bentley, Alberta, to Arthur and Mattie Garries. He moved to Bellingham in 1924. He married Doris E. McEwin on Dec. 22, 1929. Mr. Garries was an artist, mostly using acrylic paints. His works are displayed in businesses and home throughout Whatcom County. He was a member of Samish Way Baptist Church. Survivors include his wife of Stanwood; son Donald Arthur Garries of Edmonds; daughter Betty Eileen Craig of Camano Island; sisters Grace Copeland of Bellingham and Nino Boulter of Salmon Arm, B.C.; six grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. Arrangements by Jones-Moles Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 28 Dec 1993) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GARRIS, Elizabeth - Private services will be conducted for Miss Elizabeth Garris, 87, at 10:30 a.m. Thursday at Jones Funeral Home by the Rev. W. Robert Webb, cremation will follow. A former resident of Whatcom County, Miss Garris died Monday in Bremerton where she had made her home for the past six years. Surviving are three nieces, Mrs. Myrtle Lang and Mrs. Pearl Smith of Bellingham, and Mrs. Carolyn Lindsley of Bremerton, and a nephew, Earl Ferguson of Bellingham.
(From The Bellingham Herald, September 11, 1963) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GARRISON, Ewing T. "Gary," 70, 2421 Madrona St., died Monday (Dec. 22, 1986) at his home. He was born Nov. 2, 1916 in Arkansas, and was a local resident for the past 30 years. Mr. Garrison was in the Coast Guard during World War II and served with the Merchant Marine. Survivors include his wife Florence of the family home; four daughters, Betty Smythe of Redmond and Nina Hall, Joyce Roughton and Bonnie Garrison, all of Bellingham; a sister, Mary Hathaway of Sterling Heights, Mich.; and several grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Graveside services were to be at 1 p.m. today with Paul Elvig officiating. Arrangements are by Jones Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 24 Dec 1986) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GARRISON, Florence A., formerly of 4289 Frances Ave, died Friday, Oct. 22, 1993, in Bellingham, She was 77. Graveside services will be held at 1 p.m. Monday at Greenacres Memorial Park with the Rev. Al Currier officiating. Born July 11, 1916, to Francis and Vernie Cosgrove in Los Angeles, she lived in Bellingham since 1956. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ewing T. Garrison, and her brothers Edward Riely and Jack Cosgrove. Survivors include daughters Bonnie Garrison, Joyce Roughton and Nina Hall, all of Bellingham, and Betty Smythe of Redmond; and several grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Arrangements by Jones-Moles Funeral Home in Bellingham.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 23 Oct 1993) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GARRISON, Riley, 78, of Blaine, died at his home Friday following a short illness. He had been a resident of Blaine for 14 years. Among the survivors are the widow, Anna, at home; a daughter, Esther Garrison, of Port Angeles; four brothers, Elza, in Illinois, Estill, of Bowling Green, Ky., and Paul and Nehm, and several nieces and nephews. Services will be held in the McKinney funeral home chapel, 2 p.m., Wednesday with the Rev. Peter H. Stroem officiating. Burial will follow in Greenacres Memorial park.

GARSKE, Ivy - A memorial service for Ivy Garske, formerly of Lynden and Ferndale, will be at 3 p.m. Saturday at New Life Christian Church in Auburn. Mrs. Garske died of breast cancer Wednesday, Oct. 15, 1997, in Redmond. She was 71. Born July 24, 1926, to Edward and Violet Fowler in London, England, she married Eugene Garske on Sept. 16, 1944, in Peterborough, England. Mrs. Garske emigrated to the United States in 1946 and became a citizen in 1954. She moved to Seattle in 1966 and has spent winters in Desert Hot Springs, Calif., the last 16 years. Mrs. Garske was a member of the Stephen Holmes Morrison Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 9301 for 37 years and active in the Daughters of the British Empire. She enjoyed directing and performing theatrical productions. Survivors include her husband of Redmond; sons Eugene Garske Junior of Redmond and William Garske of Uncasville, Conn.; daughters Bette Jewell of Kent, Fae Vermuelen of Redmond, Toni Garske of Tukwila and Lori Garske-Preston of Stanwood; sister Violet Moore of Seattle; brother Charles Fowler of England; 11 grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; and one niece and several nephews.

GARTLER, Barbara of 5696 San Juan Dr., Friday Harbor, passed away Thurs. August 28, 1980 at the age of 73. She was a member of the Beth Israel Synagogue. She is survived by her husband Harry; a son Robert in Calif.; a daughter Marian Schuster also in Calif.; 3 grandchildren. Funeral services will be held Sunday, Aug. 31 at 1 p.m. in the Chapel of Veroske, Jerns & LeVeck with burial to be made in Beth Israel Cemetery.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 1 Sep 1980) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GARTLER, Harry - Graveside services for Harry Gartler, 84, a Friday Harbor resident for many years, will be held at 1 p.m. Sunday in Beth Israel Cemetery at Bayview Cemetery. He died Tuesday (Jan. 22, 1985) while visiting a daughter in Los Angeles. He was a member of Beth Israel Synagogue. Rabbi Fred Gartner will officiate at the services. Arrangements are by Jerns & LeVeck Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 25 Jan 1985) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GARVIN, David Earl of Sedro-Woolley died Tuesday, March 25, 1997, at St. Joseph Hospital. He was 68. At his request, no service will be held. Born Sept. 19, 1928, in Deming, he was a lifelong resident of Western Washington. Mr. Garvin served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War. A retired groundskeeper, he enjoyed hunting. He was preceded in death by a sister, Anita Hayes. Survivors include brothers George Durbin, Wayne Garvin and Max Garvin, all of Bellingham, sisters Louise Eckert of Ferndale and Jenny Norman of Bellingham, and numerous other relatives. Arrangements are by Jones-Moles Funeral Home.

GARVIN, Lidia A of Bellingham died October 10, 2007, at home. She was born March 18, 1921 to David and Alice Alkalay in Sarajevo, Bosnia. The family moved to Zagreb, Croatia in 1928 and to Boston, MA in 1947 after having spent the years of World War II in Dalmatia and Italy. In Boston, she directed the Henry George School of Social Science and taught economics for eight years. She married James E. Garvin in Cambridge, MA in 1956. They moved to the Chicago, IL area, where they lived till the end of 1991 when they moved to Bellingham. They had two daughters, Ann Elizabeth of Brooklyn, NY (husband Ben Silver Werbolowsky) and Grace Rosemary (husband Bruce Guthrie) of Bellingham. Mrs. Garvin was an active volunteer in schools, Girl Scouts and as a director of the Volunteer Talent Pool for many years. As a hobby, she designed and built several homes on Chicago's North Shore. She is survived by her husband, her daughter Ann, her grandson Gabriel Garvin Silver, her sister Nell Ullman of Westmount, Quebec and their families. She was predeceased by her daughter Grace, and by her brother Alexander Alkalay of Scarsdale, NY. She loved classical and Renaissance architecture, sculpture and painting, and classical music. A memorial get-together will be held at the family's home on Saturday, November 3 at 3 p.m.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 19 Oct 2007) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GARVIN, Max L., born August 6, 1921 in Deming, WA, passed away at home in Bellingham on October 10, 2002. Max was a World War II veteran. He served in Germany and participated in the invasion at Normandy Beach. Max enjoyed gardening especially raising strawberries. He enjoyed fishing, playing his guitar and harmonica. Max is survived by his daughters, Janis Johnson and Karen Jenne brother, Wayne Garvin sister, Jen Norman and many nieces and nephews. A memorial gathering will be on Sunday, October 20 at 3:00 p.m.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 15 Oct 2002) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GARZA, Aida G., age 57, of Bellingham, died Monday, January 30, 1995 at Bellingham Care Center. She was born April 11, 1937 in Mission, TX to Fidel and Eloisa Garza. She worked as a nursing assistant at Christian Rest Home and later became a personal care giver. Survived by her daughters, Norma and husband Reynaldo Perez of Ferndale and Sandy Saenz, formerly of Lynden; a sister, Guadalupe Garza of Lizton, IN; 2 grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews. Visitation will be held at Westford Funeral Home, 9 to 5 Wed., Feb. 1, 1995 followed by a Rosary at 7 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be held 11 a.m. Thursday, February 2, 1995 at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Ferndale, WA. Arrangements by Westford Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 31 Jan 1995) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GARZA, Matthew - A funeral for Matthew Garza of Bellingham will be at 10:30 a.m. today at Greenacres Funeral Home chapel, with the Rev. Joe Brundage officiating. Burial will be in Greenacres Memorial Park. Mr. Garza died Saturday, March 21, 1998, in Sumas. He was 20. Born Nov. 29, 1977 to Felix and Anita Veliz Garza in Bellingham, he was a lifelong Whatcom County resident. Mr. Garza attended Church of God of Charity and enjoyed playing chess, backgammon and dominoes. Survivors include his father of Michigan; mother and stepfather, Anita and Pete Perez, of Bellingham; daughter Charity Garza of Ferndale; son Arturo Garza of Tacoma; brothers Fabian Garza, Felix Garza and Carlos Garza, all of Bellingham; grandparents Marcelino and Evangeline Veliz of Ferndale; many aunts, uncles and other relatives.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 26 Mar 1998) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GASKILL, Hazel Hope Randall of Blaine died at home Sunday, Sept. 28, 1997. She was 90. At her request, no service will be held. Her ashes will be placed in Greenacres Memorial Park. Born March 28, 1907, to Delbert and Kate Gordon Hoffman on Shaw Island, she lived in Whatcom County for 74 years. Mrs. Gaskill was a licensed practical nurse and worked as a home health care provider. She was preceded in death by her first husband, Roy Randall, and second husband, Ben Gaskill. Survivors include daughter Annette Hanson of Mountlake Terrace, brother Loyal Hoffman of Orcas Island, three grandchildren, four great-grandchildren and numerous other relatives. Arrangement are by Greenacres Funeral Home.

GASSMAN, Barbara A., age 61, passed away December 14, 2004 at her home in Bellingham after a 10 year battle with cancer. She married her beloved husband, John on July 13, 1961, in Yokahama, Japan. Barb was a loving wife, mother and grandmother and will be deeply missed by all who knew her. She enjoyed crafts, gardening, cribbage and was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church. She also opened her home for Japanese exchange students. She is survived by her husband John; sons, John P. Gassman, Jr. of Bellingham, James E. Gassman (Julia) of Lynden, Jeffery A. Gassman (Mary) of Bellingham, adopted son Mik Kusano of NY; daughters, Debra Anne Jensen (Kenneth) of Everett, Jennifer Anne Holeman (Ross) of Kirkland, Beverly Anne Kingston (Paul) of S. Bend, IN; brother, Douglas Doniger of Everett; sisters, Pat Donch of Colorado Springs, CO, Joane Mercier of Plano, TX, Victoria Williams of Plano, TX and nine grandchildren. A Vigil Service will be held Sunday, December 19th at 4:00 p.m. at Jerns Funeral Chapel. The Funeral Mass will be Monday, December 20, 2004, at 12:10 p.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church 1110 14th St. with Father David Mullholand as the celebrant at both services. Arrangements by Jerns Funeral Chapel and On-Site Crematorium.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 17 Dec 2004) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GATES, Guy John - Visitation for Guy John Gates, 2300 14th St., a pioneer Whatcom County resident, will be from 2 to 4 p.m. today at Jerns & LeVeck Funeral Chapel. Funeral services will be at 1 p.m. Monday at the chapel, with the Rev. Paul Dalton officiating. Burial will follow in Greenacres Memorial Park. Mr. Gates died Monday (April 22,1985). He was 88. Mr. Gates was born June 12, 1896 in the Welcome area east of Deming. He was believed to be the oldest survivor of the original settlers in the Welcome Valley. He had worked as a logger and shingle weaver, and also farmed in the Welcome area. His family noted that he was known for his baseball skills. He was a member of Nooksack Valley Lodge 105, F&AM, and Nooksack Chapter 171, Order of the Eastern Star. Survivors include his wife, Katherine; four sons, including Don and Kenneth of Bellingham; two daughters, including Maxine DeVisscher of Bellingham; a sister, Susan Barter of Bellingham; 17 grandchildren; 22 great-grandchildren; five great-great-grandchildren; and numerous other relatives.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 28 Apr 1985) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GATES, Katherine M., 93, of 2400 Samish Way, died Thursday, July 23, 1992, in Bellingham. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. today and from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. Thursday at the Jerns-LeVeck Funeral Chapel. Graveside services will be at 11 a.m. Thursday at Greenacres Cemetery, with the Rev. Steve Sallis officiating. Mrs. Gates was born March 14, 1899 in Rock Springs, Wyo., to Martin and Irene Ziemba. She moved to Clipper at age 14. She was a member of the Welcome Grange and the Eastern Star, and she enjoyed baking and flowers. Survivors include sons William Gates of Texas, and Kenneth and Don Gates, both of Bellingham; daughters Maxine DeVisscher of Bellingham and Marie Groeper of Forest Grove, Ore.; sister Agnes Olson of California; 17 grandchildren; 35 great-grandchildren. A son, Frank Gates, died in 1986.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 29 Jul 1992) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GATES, Kenneth Virgil passed away at home on Friday, June 29, 2001. He was 62, born March 6, 1938, to Guy John Gates and Catherine (Zimba) Gates. Ken was raised in Welcome, WA, attended Whatcom County school, and was a Whatcom County resident his entire life. Ken was fascinated with cars. He was a brilliant auto mechanic and member of Local 302, International Union of Operating Engineers. He also served in the U.S. Air Force, where he acquired his love of flying. He was a licensed private pilot, having owned several airplanes and a helicopter. Ken worked on the Alaska pipeline as a heavy equipment mechanic and owned several auto repair garages. The last 30 years were spent working at his auto repair garage on Telegraph Road in Bellingham, WA. He spent many hours working hard at his craft because he loved the challenge. Ken's business which he built over the last 30 years, Gates Enterprises, will continue this tradition as he would have wanted. He enjoyed spending time tending to his vegetables with his wife, Tawney, at a farm on the North Fork of the Nooksack River. Those who knew and loved Ken remember him as an honest man who always had a story to tell. He will be missed for his talents. He was preceded in death by his parents, as well as his brother Frank Gates and sister Maxine Devischer. Survivors include his wife Tawney Gates of the family home, daughter Karen (Lindquist) Rayborn and husband Jeff, stepsons: Jesse Brooks and wife Paula, Joe Lupo and wife Peggy, and devoted apprentice Ben Heredia, all of Ferndale, several grandchildren including: Michelle and Jacob Lindquist, Taylor Lupo a son, Kevin Gates, by a previous marriage stepdaughter Kellie Franks brothers: Don Gates, Bill Gates sister Marie Groeper, brother-in-law George Devischer and nieces and nephews. Viewing will be available at Jerns Funeral Home on Monday, July 2, 2001 from 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. Graveside services will be held at 1:00 p.m. Tuesday, July 3, 2001 at Greenacres Memorial Park. Please join family and friends at a celebration of Ken's life and light buffet at the family home, 1010 Telegraph Rd., Bellingham, WA, following the graveside services.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 3 Jul 2001) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GATES, Lillian H., 79, of Bellingham died Tuesday (Oct. 22, 1985) at a local hospital. She was born Feb. 11, 1906 in North Dakota and moved to the Nooksack area with her remaining family as a child after her father died. She graduated from Nooksack High School. Mrs. Gates married Ralph Gates in Mount Vernon in 1924, later moving to Welcome in Whatcom County and then to Deming in 1937, where her husband was a logger. They later moved to Kent, where they operated a general store and restaurant and eventually moved back to the Bellingham area. Her husband preceded her in death in 1968. Mrs. Gates was an untiring crocheter and knitter who made many items for her family. Survivors include a son, Cyrus Gates of Bellingham; two daughters, Virginia "Ginny" Sorenson, Grants Pass, Oregon, Loretta Dralle, Medford, Oregon; 1 sister Marie Campbell, Sacramento, Calif.; a step-sister, Ruth Green of Lake Samish; nine grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be at 1 p.m. Friday at the Westford Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will be in Greenacres Cemetery.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 23 Oct 1985) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GATES, Louise, 47, of 2213 Ontario St., died Wednesday (April 13, 1983). She was born Oct. 3, 1935, in Prince Albert, Saskatchewan, and had been a Bellingham resident for 22 years. She was a member of the Church of the Assumption and a supporter of Bellingham Minor Hockey. She was named the Herald's Mother of the Year in 1976. Survivors include her husband Harry "Chuck" Gates; two sons Dale and David, a daughter Penny, all of Bellingham; her mother Bertha Chapdelaine of New Westminster, two brothers and five sisters. Services will be Saturday at 10 a.m. at the Church of the Assumption, Rev. Don Piro officiating. Burial will be at Greenacres Memorial Park. Arrangements are by Westford Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 14 Apr 1983) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GATES, Maurine D., age 78, of 5010 Festival Blvd., Bellingham passed away Wed., Feb. 7, 1996, at Alderwood Park Convalescent Center. She was born July 31, 1917 in Kemmerer, Wyoming to Harry and Anne (Corrigan) Lee. She married Winton Gates on May 30, 1939 in Seattle and has been a Whatcom County resident for the past 55 years. Mrs. Gates was very civic and community minded and she served on the church council of the United Church and also served on the Ferndale Chamber of Commerce. She was a past Worthy Matron of Chapter 223 of the Eastern Star and Past President of the Ferndale BQ P.E.O. Chapter. She served two terms as President of the CA Chapter of P.E.O. in Green Valley, Arizona. She was also a regular volunteer taking blood pressures for senior citizens. Professionally Mrs. Gates served in many capacities. She was part owner and administrator of Pioneer Ridge Retirement Home in Ferndale for ten years. She was the Surgery Supervisor and Director of Nurses at the County Hospital. Her first priority in nursing was nursing and she did a lot of that. Survived by her husband Winton, of the family home; daughter, Vicki Eisen of Oak Harbor; sons Michael and Corrigan Gates both of Everett; daughter, Sydney Bensen of Kent; brother Mark Lee of Skagway, AK; sister Alice Hatley of Las Vegas; 4 grandsons: Brett Lechtenberg of Bellingham, John Bensen of Kent, Victor Gates of Bellingham, Shane Holt of New Hampshire; and other relatives and close friends. A memorial service will be held Mon., Feb. 12, 1 p.m. at Greenacres Funeral home Chapel with Rev. Jeff Conley officiating. Inurnment at Greenacres Memorial Park.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 10 Feb 1996) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GATES, Norma Jean departed this world on Sunday, May 13, 2007. She was born on February 2, 1924 in Heber Springs, AR to William Emanuel Hall and Helen Mozelle Allison Hall. Jean lived on a farm and attended her first five years of grade school at Valley View Special School. Then her family moved to Liffy, AR, where Jean's father worked in a gravel yard. There, Jean finished 8th grade in a one room school at Snell, AR. While living in Liffy, Jean's father became very ill, so it was decided that the family would move to the lower Rio Grande Valley in Texas. The children, Jean, her sister Helen and three brothers, Bill, Joe and Odean could work in the fruit and vegetable packing house. Because of William's health, the family was only able to be in Texas for one year before moving to Winona, Missouri to work on a dairy farm. There, the children were able to go back to school. Jean met and married Theo Clinton Griffeth during her senior year of high school in 1943. Theo "Griff" enlisted in the Marine Corps after the birth of their first child Karen. Jean and baby Karen moved to each base, where her husband was stationed; Colorado, Kansas and Oregon. She and Griff loved Oregon, and when he was discharged in 1946, they moved to Corvallis. Their second baby, Kay was born there and five years later, the family moved back to Winona. Missouri and bought an 80 acre farm. There, Jean and Griff worked together to raise and milk cows, and they also raised pigs, horses and turkeys. In 1951, Jean and Griff finally finished their family with the birth of their baby boy, Theo Clinton Griffeth. They lived on the farm for 17 years. Griff had a severe heart attack, and it was decided that the family would move back to Oregon, where Jean had a job driving a mail truck. They had lived there six months when Griff had a fatal heart attack. Jean went to work for J. C. Penney & Co. in Newport, OR. Three years later, she met and married Clyde Whalen of Custer, WA. Jean acquired many step-children, whom she came to dearly love. She and Clyde were married 8 ½ years when he died of cancer. Jean continued to work and vowed that she would never remarry, but after 12 years, she met and married Henry Gates in 1989. They were both retired, so they traveled for many years. In this marriage, Jean acquired one step-daughter, Sharon Leib and her husband, Jack Leib; two step-grandchildren, Elizabeth and Steven Leib and Steven's wife Shannon; and two great-grandchildren, Sara and Nicholas. Jean was preceded in death by her husbands, Griff and Clyde; her parents; younger brother Odean; sister Helen; grandson Travis; and three stepchildren, Larry, Bobbie and Mark Whalen. She is survived by her three children, Karen Griffeth of Lynden, WA; Kay Olason and husband Randy of Yuma, AZ; and Clint Griffeth and wife Colleen of Alger, WA; grandchildren Sonya Mozes and husband Kal; Nick Sanchez; Tina and Kelly Louveau and Clinton Griffeth; great-grandchildren, Kelsey Jean Mozes, Elijah and Lily Rose Mozes, and Deonte and Alisha Sanchez; stepchildren Diane and husband Bob Leitz of Selah, WA; David and Burnetta Whalen of Kennewick, WA; Jerry and wife Donna Whalen of Tensid, ID; and Greg Whalen; grandchildren of the Whalen family, Bobby Leitz, Barbara and Robin, Lisa, Joe, Margie, Ginger and Mark Whalen and Todd and Carmen Whalen; and lots of great-grandchildren of the Whalen family. Jean's hobbies were traveling, reading, gardening, and spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She will be sorely missed by her friends and family. Visitation is scheduled for Thursday, May 17, 2007 from 4-7 p.m. and on Friday May 18 from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. in the Moles-Greenacres Funeral Home Chapel. A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, May 19, 2007 at 11:30 a.m. at North County Christ the King in Lynden.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 15 May 2007) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GATES, Robert E., age 25, of 3037 Cherrywood passed away Sun., Feb. 12, (1978). Mr. Gates had been a life resident of Whatcom County. He worked in fiberglass and was a member of the Lynden JC's and a graduate of Ferndale High School. He leaves to survive his mother Alveretta Birdie Gates of Deming and his father, Roy Gates of Custer, 3 brothers: Michael of the city; Bryan of Deming and Billy of Ferndale; 1 sister: Mrs. Reta Fleming of Ferndale. Grandmother, Mrs. Doris Thompson of this city: 3 nephews and 2 nieces. Several aunts and uncles and other relatives. Funeral services will be conducted Thurs. Feb. 16 at 10:30 a.m. within the Chapel of the Westford Funeral Home with Dan Wheller officiating. Interment at Greenacres.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 15 Feb 1978) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GATES, Roy G. "Bud" age 68, of Deming, passed away Sat., May 3, 1997, at St. Joseph Hospital. He was born Oct. 24, 1928, in Bellingham, to Roy and Doris (Hatton) Gates, Sr. and had been a lifetime Whatcom County resident. Both sides of his family were pioneers in the Welcome, Maple Falls and Deming areas. He married M. Alveretta Payne on June 9, 1950, in Bellingham and they were divorced in 1968. Mr. Gates had been employed by Clausen Lime Quarry as a truck driver, with the Sheriff's Department as a deputy, and retired from Georgia Pacific in 1991. He married Miriam Hills in 1970 in Custer. Roy loved hunting, fishing and built a log cabin in Twisp as a special place to go for these outdoor sports. He was a member of the Albert J. Hamilton Post #7, American Legion. Survived by his first wife, Alveretta Osborne of Kendall and their children: Rita & husband Ron Fleming of Bellingham, Michael Gates & wife Mary of Bellingham, Brian Gates of Ferndale; 2 sisters, Marian & husband Jack Chase of OR and Dolores Davis of Bellingham; 11 grandchildren: Ryan, Rod, Ryder, and Randy Fleming, Brandon and Hillary Gates, Shannon Eidemiller, Trista, Alana, Brianne, Kristi Gates; 2 great-grandchildren, Jonathan and Nicholas Gates; also survived b his second wife, Miriam of Custer; and numerous other family members. Preceded in death by son, Robert Gates in 1978 and sister, Eleanor Donahue in 1994. Visitation will be held Thurs., May 8, 6-8 p.m. and Fri., May 9, 9 - noon, at Greenacres Funeral Home. Funeral service will be held Fri. May 9, 1:00 p.m. at Greenacres Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Bob Marvel officiating and burial to follow at Greenacres Memorial Park. Military honors by the Albert J. Hamilton, Post #7, American Legion. Greenacres Funeral Home.

GATES, Shirley K., formerly of Ferndale, died at her Seattle home Monday, Jan. 19, 1998. A private gathering was held. Mrs. Gates was born and raised in Bremerton and graduated from high school there. She attended Western Washington State College, now Western Washington University. She married Robert Gates and lived in Ferndale for many years. Mrs. Gates recently retired after working for the state of Washington for 18 years. She was a member of Twelfth Church of Christ Scientist in Seattle and the Mother Church, The First Church of Christ Scientist in Boston. Survivors include sons Stephen Gates of Burlington, Richard Gates of Boston and Brian Gates of Chula Vista, Calif.; sisters Mildred Peterson of Campbell, Calif., and Edna Smith of Silverdale; brother Arvid Johnson of Arlington; and three grandchildren.

GATES, Winton A., age 80, of 5010 Festival Blvd., Bellingham, passed away Thurs., Nov. 7, 1996, at Mt. Baker Care Center. He was born July 27, 1916 in Mt. Vernon, WA to Ira and Ethel (Good) Gates ad had been a Whatcom County resident for 56 years. He married Maurine Lee on May 30, 1939, in Seattle and she preceded him in death on Feb. 7, 1996. Mr. Gates graduated from WSU in Pullman with a Bachelors Degree in education in 1940. He taught school one year in Sedro Woolley and a total of 36 years in the Ferndale School District where he retired in 1976. He coached cross country, baseball, basketball, and track at Ferndale High School. He is survived by daughter, Vicki Eisen of Oak Harbor; sons Michael and Corrigan Gates, both of Everett; daughter Sydney Bensen of Kent; brother Ward Gates of Marysville; 4 grandchildren: Brett Lechtenberg of Salt Lake City, UT; John Bensen of Kent; Victor Gates of Bellingham; Shane Holt of New Hampshire; and other relatives and close friends. A memorial service will be held Tues., Nov. 12, 11 a.m. at Greenacres Funeral Home with Rev. Jeff Conley officiating. Inurnment will be at Greenacres Memorial Park.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 11 Nov 1996) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GAUTHIER, Guy M. - A memorial service and the scattering of ashes for Guy "Pepe" Moise Gauthier, aka "Pepe the Sign Painter," of Lynden will be at 3 p.m. March 8 at the north end of Birch Bay State Park, across from the parking lot. Mr. Gauthier died Sunday, Feb 11, 2001, at St. Joseph Hospital. He was 81. Born May 17, 1919, to Aldoma Napoleon and Marie Antoinette (Leroux) Gauthier in Joliette Quebec, he was well known as an artist and sign painter in the Bellingham area for the past 25 years. A veteran of World War II, he served in the U.S. Army in the European Theater in France and Germany and was present during the liberation of the prisoners at Buchenwald in Germany. After the war, he became a U.S. citizen, earned a bachelor's degree in art from Arizona State University and graduated from the Katchina School of Art. Mr. Gauthier married Kay Neyens. Mr. Gauthier worked as a cinematographer in television and motion pictures for Paramount and DesiLu Studios. An accomplished gymnast and skin (underwater) diver, he also enjoyed golfing. Survivors include his wife of the family home; sons Dennis Griffin and Richard Gauthier, both of California; daughters Claudine Bigelow of Oregon and Michelle Gauthier of California; brother Dick Gautier of California; 11 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; and many other relatives. Arrangements are by Jones-Moles Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 14 Feb 2001) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GAUTHIER, Lucille M. - Retired registered nurse Lucille M. Gauthier, 83, of 1200 Lincoln Street, died Thursday, April 2, 1992, at her home. She was born Oct. 8, 1908 in Rolette, ND to Edward and Anne Butler Kinney. She was a registered nurse. She married Tony Gauthier in 1935 in Bellingham. He died in 1969. A 60-year resident of Whatcom County, she was an owner of Tony's Service and the Cozy Corner Grocery in Bellingham. Mrs. Gauthier enjoyed bowling, sewing, playing the piano and sign language. Survivors include her daughter Dolores LaCasse of Redwood City, Calif.; her son John Gauthier of Bellingham; three grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren. A vigil service will be at 7 p.m. Wednesday in Westford Funeral Home Chapel, 1300 Broadway. Mass of Christian Burial will be said at 11:30 a.m. Thursday in Assumption Church. The Rev. James Lee will officiate. Arrangements are by Westford Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 7 Apr 1992) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GAVEL, Loran J. - A memorial service for Loran J. Gavel of Bellingham will be at 4 p.m. Friday at Hulbush Funeral Home in Burlington. Mr. Gavel died Tuesday, Jan. 7, 1997, in Bellingham. He was 24. Born May 5, 1972, in Mount Vernon, he attended Mount Vernon schools, including Skagit Valley College. He lived in Bellingham the past two years. A free-lance artist, he worked with graphics and composed poetry. He was a member of Youth Dynamics, and enjoyed camping, hiking and skiing. Survivors include his mother, Deborah Gavel, and his father, Robert "Bob" Gavel, both of Bellingham; sister Autumn Lawrence of Bellingham; brother Robert "B. J." Gavel Jr.; grandparents George and Elva Sherwood of Burlington, John and Dixie Sherwood of Sedro-Wolley, and Georgia and Jeff Lauder of Sedro-Woolley; one niece; one nephew; and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and other relatives.

GAVLICK, Louis J., a resident of Sudden Valley for 10 years, died Tuesday, Jan. 14, 1997, in Mesa, Ariz. He was 71. A memorial service will be at 3 p.m. today at Jones-Moles Funeral Home Chapel. Survivors include his wife, Madeleine; sons Robert Gavlick and Stephen Gavlick; daughter Christine Gavlick; stepsons Paul Krasnowski and Philip Krasnowski; sister Agatha Gentele, Helen Gavlik (sic), Marie Caracciolo, Theo Budesa and Theresa Bowman; three grandchildren; and one great-grandson.

GAY, Gladys L., age 92, of Deming, passed away Sat., Mar. 15, 1997 in Bellingham. She was born May 4, 1904, in Ortonville, Minnesota, to Andrew and Catherine Clausen, and had been a Whatcom County resident for the past 90 years. She married Robert L. Gay in Bellingham on Dec. 29, 1933. Mrs. Gay attended Deming Presbyterian Church. She was a member of the Welcome Valley Senior Center and of the Retired Senior Volunteer Program. She volunteered for Visiting Nurse Home Health Care and was the local correspondent for the Bell Creek-Welcome News in the Bellingham Herald for 20 years, starting in the early 40's. She loved and raised a variety of flowers and enjoyed gardening and canning. She is survived by her husband, Robert Gay at Sehome Park Care Center; daughter, Kathy Hawes & husband Guy of Bellingham; sons, Tom & wife Hazel Gay of Deming and Dick Gay & Marsha Mercado of Burlington; brother, Alfred Clausen & wife Melda of Bellingham; sister-in-law, Esther Smith of Seattle; 10 grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. A funeral service will be held Fri., Mar. 21, 2:00 p.m. at Greenacres Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Sharon Hare officiating and burial to follow at Greenacres Memorial Park.

GAY, Robert L. - A graveside service for Robert L. "Bob" Gay of Deming will be at 2 p.m. Monday in Greenacres Memorial Park in Ferndale, with Pastor Al Currier officiating. Mr. Gay died Monday, Sept. 4, 2000, at Sehome Park Care Center. He was 93. Mr. Gay was born Aug. 25, 1907, to George and Adda (Beers) Gay in Welcome. On Dec. 29, 1933, he married Gladys Laura Clausen. He retired from Seattle City Light after 16 years of service. Mr. Gay served as a senior center president for many years and was named Bull of the Woods at the Deming Log Show in 1973. His wife died previously. Survivors include daughter Kathy Hawes of Bellingham sons Tom Gay of Deming and Dick Gay of Acme sister Esther Smith of Seattle 10 grandchildren 17 great-grandchildren and many nieces, nephews and other relatives. Arrangements are by Greenacres Funeral Home near Ferndale.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 8 Sep 2000) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GAZIJA, Lenko of Antioch, Calif., died at home of a heart attack Wednesday, June 25, 1997. He was 67. His ashes will be scattered between Keystone and Port Townsend during the 2 p.m. Sunday ferry run. Born July 27, 1929, to Ana and Luka Gazija in Vis, Yugoslavia, he moved to Bellingham in 1946. Mr. Gazija graduated from Bellingham High School in 1949, from Western Washington State College, now Western Washington University, in 1957 with a teaching degree and, in 1960, with a master's degree. He served in the Army from 1951 to 1953 and married Clara Quigley on Sept. 16, 1956, in Antioch, Calif. A school teacher there from 1960 to 1989, Mr. Gazija retired as an administrator. He was a member of Phi Delta Kappa and Elks Lodge, charter member of Delta Kiwanis and won awards for "Chalkboard," a publication he produced for the Antioch Unified School District. Mr. Gazija enjoyed boating, recreational vehicle traveling, desktop publishing and videography. Survivors include his wife of Antioch, daughter Karen Talamantes of Madera, Calif., sisters Mirjana Andersson of Sweden and Elsa Pen of Yugoslavia, brother Gojko Gazija of Vis and numerous nieces and nephews.

GEARIETY, Roger L., age 66 of 4015 Valley Hwy., Deming, passed away Wed., Nov. 13 1985 in B'ham. Mr. Geariety was born Feb. 3, 1919 in Minneapolis, MN, and had been a Whatcom Co. resident since 1938. He served in the Marine Corps during WWII and was a retired lumber worker. A member of the American Legion Post No. 224 and the Lumber and Saw Mill Workers Local No. 2637 and had been a retired Fire Commissioner. He is survived by his wife Thelma; a son Gerald and wife Kimberly of Juneau, AK, 2 daughters Susan and husband David Oekes of Van Zandt; and Cathey and husband Jack Tidwell of Juneau, AK, 9 grandchildren, 4 brothers and 1 sister. Funeral services will be Sat. Nov. 16 at 1 p.m. at the VanZandt Church of the Nazarene with Rev. Jude Lawson officiating. Interment Saxon Cemetery. Jones Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 15 Nov 1985) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GEDDES, Robert "Bob" "Alan" – Beloved husband, father, son, big brother, friend and mentor, Robert "Bob" "Alan" Geddes, died suddenly as the result of a traffic accident near Blaine on Saturday, July 17, He was 55. The son of Robert Arlo and Donna (Erickson) Geddes, he was born in Brainerd, Minnesota on May 27, 1949 and moved with his parents, brother and sisters to Bellingham in 1963. He attended Bellingham High School and in 1966 enlisted in the U.S. Army. After his service, Bob traveled extensively before settling in Avalon on Catalina Island in California where he met and married his wife Sarah Lee Schandel on December 10, 1974. Bob was an excellent chef. Upon his return to Whatcom County in 1980, he assumed ownership of the Skyline Café and continued to work in local restaurants before returning to school. In 1992 Bob graduated with High Honors from Skagit Valley College with an Associate in Technical Arts Degree specializing in Computer Repairs and Instrumentation, Electronic Technology and Telecommunications. He was then employed at Alpha Technologies in Bellingham and at the time of his death was the Document Control Manager at Xantrex Technology in Arlington. Bob enjoyed spending time with his family and friends, motorcycle rides, playing pool, golfing, cooking, computers and music. Big man, big heart, big loss. We will miss his sense of humor, intelligence, kindness, love and friendship. He was preceded in death by his father Robert A. Geddes and is survived at home by his wife Sarah "Sally" and their children Emily and Jonathan; his mother Donna Geddes of Bellingham; sisters Raye Ann Geddes of Duvall, WA, and Shannon and husband Daryl Countryman of Bellingham; brother Joseph Geddes and wife Wendy of Everett and other relatives. A memorial service will be conducted on Saturday, August 7, at 2 p.m. in the Kingdom Hall, Everson.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 1 Aug 2004) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GEE, Shirley L. of Everson passed away Saturday, May 12, 2007, at St. Joseph Hospital. She was 69. Shirley was born August 8, 1937, in Ardmore, Oklahoma. Shirley was a retired interior decorator. She loved her family, gardening, fishing and camping. Shirley is survived in life by fiancé Dave Ruehl of Everson, daughter Bev Aquiningoc of Bellingham, Rachelle Tinker of Bellingham, Tamara Gee-Hardy of Everson, numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Also surviving Shirley are her two sisters, Jean Anderson of Oak Harbor, Darline Miller of Maple Falls, her brother Ted Austin of Poulsbo and her dear friend Davida Schuett of Everson. There will be a celebration of her life potluck buffet on Saturday, May 26, 2007 at 1 p.m. at her home in Everson.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 20 May 2007) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GEER, June D., age 73 of Blaine, passed away at St. Joseph Hospital, Mon. July 4, 1994. A lifetime Whatcom County resident, June was born Sept. 10, 1920 to Lester and Doris Dahl in Bellingham. June was a graduate of Blaine High School in 1938. She married Gordon Geer on November 28, 1942 in Bellingham. June and Gordie operated several family businesses over the years. For 30 years June was the bookkeeper for G. W. Geer & Son Distributors, June operated the June Geer Agency, a booking agency for bands and entertainers. June was the agent for Gordie Geer and the Blue Notes, and also booked big bands into area nightclubs such as the Glenn Miller orchestra and the Stan Kenton orchestra. June and Gordie were actively involved in Thoroughbred horse racing as trainers and owners. They operated Blue Note Ranch, a 20 acre horse ranch near Blaine and were members of the Washington State Horse Breeders Association. June is survived by a son, Jeff Geer & wife Michelle and granddaughter Heather Geer all of Ferndale; 3 nieces; one nephew; and an aunt, Edith Dahl of Blaine. Preceded in death by her husband, Gordie in 1991, and a son, Michael in 1957. A graveside service will be held Friday, July 8 at 1:00 pm at Greenacres Memorial Park with Father Brian J. McGovern officiating.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 7 Jul 1994) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GEER, Gordon W., - A family service will memorialize Whatcom County businessman and band leader Gordon W. Geer. Mr. Geer, 67, of 5775 Golden Eagle Drive, Ferndale, died Thursday (Jan. 17, 1991) at St. Joseph Hospital. He was born March 20, 1923, in Bellingham and owned and operated a dairy products distribution business for more than 30 years. He was the leader of Gordie Geer and the Blue Notes, a band that played throughout the Northwest over the last 30 years. Mr. Geer had been involved in the music business since age 17. He served in the U.S. Coast Guard during World War II and was a life member of Bellingham Elks Lodge No. 194. He was a member of the local Musicians Union and the Washington Horse Breeders Association. Mr. Geer spent the last eight years of his life raising, training and racing thoroughbred horses. Mr. Geer also was involved in local youth baseball programs. He is survived by his wife, June, of the family home; a son, Jeff Geer, of Ferndale; a brother, Jack Geer, of Everett; and a granddaughter, nephew and three nieces. The family service will take place at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at Jerns & LeVeck Funeral Chapel. A Mass will be said in the chapel at St. Joseph Hospital main campus at 4:30 p.m. Wednesday, with Father Justin Garvey presiding.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 22 Jan 1991) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GEHL, Dolores M. Bogdanowicz, age 78, passed away on September 19, 2005, at her residence in Bellingham. She was the beloved wife of George F. Gehl; proud and loving mother of Barry G. Gehl and his wife, Joyce, of Seattle, Kathy J. Gehl of Kirkland, and Patty Gehl Soppe and her husband, Richard of Annapolis, MD. She is also survived by her grandson, John R. Egger, many nieces and nephews, and her adoring granddogs, Rocky Gehl, Blue Gehl and Edgar Allen Pooh Soppe. Born in Chicago, Illinois, on November 1, 1926, she moved to Bellingham from San Diego in 1985 after retiring from a two-decade-long teaching career. A member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church, her interests centered around her church and family. Known as "Buggy" growing up, mom was known for her fun-loving, optimistic attitude, and her sense of humor. She will be greatly missed at cocktail hour. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at Sacred Heart Catholic Church on Monday, Sept 26 at 12:10 p.m. with Fr. Dave Mulholland officiating. A reception will follow in the parish hall.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 21 Sep 2005) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GEHRKE, Alice Isabel died peacefully due to complications from emphysema on Wednesday, September 8, 2004 after a short stay at Valley Medical Center in Renton. She was 83 years old. She was born in Whatcom County on April 27, 1921 to Charles and Ruth Mautz. Alice married Clarence Thomas Gehrke on September 12, 1942. She lived the majority of her life in Bellingham and spent weekends and summers at their home on Orcas Island. During World War II she worked for Boeing ordering airplane parts. She enjoyed raising her children and tending her vegetable garden at her home on the Bakerview Road. After Clarence retired, they moved to Buoy Bay on Orcas Island where they enjoyed boating, fishing and volunteering at the local food bank. She was proud of the fact that she chose the name for Buoy Bay and that it will forever be on the nautical charts. A couple of years after her husband died she moved to the Lakeshore Retirement Community (11450 Rainier Avenue S. #212, Seattle, WA 98178) on Lake Washington on July 26, 1998. She flourished at the Lakeshore and made many new special friends, including: Gene Derby, Betty Jo, Arline, Inez, Dorithe, Beth, Alice, Kathryn, Chris, as well as staff, Richard, Fran and Wilma. Alice was famous for her fabulous potato salad and homemade chocolate cake. She will always be remembered for her positive attitude. Alice was preceded in death by her husband and her sister, Charlene Roth. She is survived by her children and their spouses: Carolyn (Bob) Taylor, Larry (Karen) Gehrke and Mike Gehrke, sister Wilma Pearl and Grandchildren Edward Taylor, Michelle Brown, Dan Taylor, Tina Cabbarrus, and Vernon Gehrke: Great grandchildren James Taylor, Matthew Taylor, Dominic Gehrke, Isabel Brown, and Spencer Brown. At her request, there will be no services.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 12 Sep 2004) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GEHRKE, Clarence Thomas of 919 High St, No. 301, died of leukemia on Friday, Aug. 11, 1995, at St. Joseph Hospital. He was 75. At his request, there will be no services. Born June 20, 1920, to William Mathias and Almeda Alvina Radel Gehrke in Peace River, Alberta, Canada, he was a local resident since 1929. He married Alice Mautz on Sept. 12, 1942 in Bellingham. Mr. Gehrke was a millwright at Georgia-Pacific West Inc. for 34 years. He enjoyed sport fishing in the San Juans and at his brother's home on the Kenai Rivr in Alaska. He especially enjoyed using his video camera, and his most recent video project was the Roeder Avenue bridge construction, from start to finish. He retired to Orcas Island and was an active volunteer at the Orcas Island Food Bank. Survivors include his wife of the family home; daughter Carolyn Taylor of Bellingham; sons Larry Gehrke of Sumas and Michael Gehrke of Bellingham; sisters Mildred Hofma of Gardena, Calif., and Mabel Welton of Yakima; five grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 12 Aug 1995) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GEIGER, Emma G. - Visitation for Emma G. Geiger of 5318 Northwest Road was to be held from noon to 5 p.m. today and 8:30 to 10 a.m. Wednesday at Moles Funeral Home in Ferndale. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday at United Methodist Church in Custer with the Rev. Michele Campton officiating. Private family burial will be at Woodlawn Cemetery. Mrs. Geiger died Sunday, Oct. 24, 1993, in Bellingham. She was 89. She was born Oct. 1, 1904, to James and Edith Hazlett in Oxbow, Saskatchewan. She married Silas Geiger on June 13, 1928; they moved to Whatcom County the following year. Mrs. Geiger was a member of United Methodist Church, Cardinal Rebekah Lodge in Custer, Delta Grange, Ferndale Order of Eastern Star and Ferndale Senior Activity Center. Her husband died in 1987. Survivors include son Claude Geiger of Bellingham; daughter Ruby Flaherty of Bellingham; brother Clifford Hazlett of Comox, B.C.; sister Beatrice Beckett of California; grandchildren Patrick Flaherty, Jeffery Flaherty and Nancy Nordby, all of Ferndale, and Larry Geiger and Garry Geiger, both of Bellingham; 10 great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 26 Oct 1993) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GEIGER, Larry A. passed away in Bellingham on Monday, August 22, 2005. He was 53, born May 27, 1952, in Bellingham to Claude and Marie (Peterson) Geiger. Larry married Nancy Holmes at Cornwall Park Church in 1972. He was in the food sales industry for 30 years. Larry enjoyed golf, gardening, and especially loved spending time with his grandchildren. Larry was preceded in death by his mother Marie, and his son Kevin Geiger. He is survived by his wife Nancy; daughters Stephanie Geiger and husband Brian, Heather Akers and husband Joe; grandchildren Joey, Haley, Luke, Payton; twin brother Garry Geiger and wife Theresa; father Claude Geiger; and numerous nieces and nephews. A Celebration of Life will be held Saturday, August 27, at noon at Larry's home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 24 Aug 2005) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GEIGER, Marie E., age 70, of Bellingham, WA, passed away Thursday, July 29, 1999 in Bellingham. Memorial services will be held Tuesday, Aug. 3, 1999, 11:30 a.m. at Jones-Moles Funeral Home, Lakeway Dr. at Yew.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 3 Aug 1999) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GEIGER, Silas P. - Services for Silas P. Geiger, who operated a grader for 38 years for the Whatcom County Road Department, will be at 1 p.m. Wednesday at Greenacres Funeral Home Chapel, with the Rev. Floyd Iverson officiating. Mr. Geiger, 83, of 1138 West Smith Road, Ferndale, died Saturday (Nov. 7, 1987) at a local hospital. He was born June 12, 1904, in McClean, Saskatchewan, but had lived in Whatcom County since 1930. He was a member of Custer Methodist Church, Lynden Masonic Lodge No. 56, F&AM, Ferndale Senior Center and Delta Grange, where he belonged for 53 years. Survivors include his wife Emma of the family home; a son Claude Geiger of Bellingham; a daughter Ruby Flaherty of Bellingham; a brother Bill Geiger of Salmon Arms, B.C.; a sister Barbara Morrison of Vancouver, B.C.; five grandchildren; and nine great-grandchildren. Arrangements are by Moles Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 9 Nov 1987) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GELEYNSE, Bruce John, age 76, passed away July 31, 2005, surrounded by his family at home in Bellingham. Bruce was born in Everett on Nov. 19, 1928, to Dick and Enna Geleynse. Shortly after, the family moved to Lynden where Bruce attended Lynden schools. He left his education at age 16 and took a job at Snappers Bakery to help support his family. He married Joan Eaton of Ferndale in 1947, his wife of 57 years. The couple moved to Bellingham in 1953 after they opened a bakery shop. He started Bruce's Janitor Service, which has been in operation for over 50 years. The business became successful enough to also employ his wife and two sons. Bruce was a member of Calvary Temple for over 30 years, 25 of those were devoted to driving the Sunday school bus. Bruce loved the children and helped all to attend Sunday school. He was a deacon from 1987-1990 and served a term as president. Following a lifelong love of horses, Bruce joined the Bellingham Riding Club in 1984. As a 20-year member, 16 years were spent on the board and 12 as the president. Bruce was also a member of the Back Country Horsemen, and enjoyed trail riding. He made friends easily and had many. Bruce was preceded in death by a daughter, Jill Munday. He is survived by his wife Joan of the family home; sons Jeff and Bruce Jr.; daughter Jan Rambo; brother Laverne Geleynse; sisters Karen (Ralph) Hawley and Cherie (Arat) Jones, both of Seattle; grandchildren Brad Geleynse, Tina (John) Veitch, Amy (Rick) Palmby, Ryan (Canice) Munday, Lori Geleynse, Michelle (Jason) Dortch; and six great-grandchildren. Visitation will be held at Westford Funeral Home on Thursday, August 4, from 2-5 p.m. Graveside Services will be held Friday, August 5, at 2 p.m. at Greenacres. Memorial Services will be held at Christ the King Church in Bellingham on Monday, August 8 at 2 p.m. with Rev. Grant Fishbook officiating, followed by a reception at the church. Westford Funeral Home & Cremation Service Broadway at Eldridge.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 3 Aug 2005) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GELEYNSE, Lamont Aaron, age 25 of Everson, died at University of Washington Hospital in Seattle, Tuesday, July 1, 1997. A lifetime resident of Whatcom County, Lamont was born in Bellingham on March 5, 1972. He graduated from Nooksack Vaalley High School in 1991 and attended Nooksack Valley Baptist Church having accepted the Lord on July 8, 1981. "Monte's" life was short, but it was a full life and his disability from Scoliosis did not keep him from enjoying fishing, 4-wheeling, CBing and taking great pride in his truck. Although he lost his battle to a sudden illness, he is now with his Lord and free from all the trials and pain. He was dearly loved by his family and had many, many friends in the community. He is survived by his parents, Frank and Connie Magana of Everson, sisters Monica and Leah Magana also of Everson. grandparents Conrad and Jeanette Geleynse of Nooksack and Al and Rose Pool of Arkansas and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. Visitation will be at Gillies Funeral Home on Friday from 4:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. Funeral services will be held at Nooksack Valley Baptist Church on Saturday July 5 at 11 a.m. with Pastors Marvin Litorja and Grant Fishbrook officiating. Burial will follow in Nooksack Cemetery. Services and arrangements are under the care of Gillies Funeral Home of Lynden.

GELEYNSE, Marinus - Funeral services were held yesterday afternoon at the Second Christian Reformed Church for Marinus Geleynse, who passed away Saturday in a Bellingham hospital. He was 49 years old. The final rites were conducted by the Rev. W. Groen, former pastor of the Second Christian Reformed Church, now in Seattle, and interment was made in the Monumenta Cemetery under the direction of the Gillies Funeral Home. Mr. Geleynse, who had been a resident of the Lynden district for the past 27 years, is survived by the widow, Alice; three daughters, Mrs. William Bierlink, Rt. 2, Everson, Mrs. Arie Bovenkamp, Rt. 2, Lynden, and Helen, at home; one son, John, in the Army Air Forces; two sisters, Mrs. Cornelia Kooy in Alberta, and Mrs. Ren De Boer, Rt. 1, Lynden; three brothers, Bert, Rt. 2, Everson, Pete, Rt. 1, Lynden, and Dick of Lynden; and one granddaughter. Mrs. Kooy came from Alberta to attend the funeral and Sergt. arie Bovenkamp, son-in-law of Mr. Geleynse, obtained an emergency 7-day leave from his California station to attend the services. Sergeant Bovenkamp arrived by plane from San Francisco Monday. Private First Class John Geleynse arrived home on leave recently from Arizona when his father became ill, and was here for the funeral. Mr. Geleynse had a host of friends in the Lynden district. He was a member of the Second Christian Reformed Church and the Washington Co-Operative Egg and Poultry Association, and was active in community affairs of the Lynden district.
(From The Lynden Tribune, June 22, 1944) Submitted by site coordinator.

GENTHER, Dorothy L., 76, 4719 Sucia Drive, died Tuesday (April 22, 1986) in Bellingham. She was born in Vancouver, B.C., on April 2, 1910. She was a Whatcom County resident most of her life. She was preceded in death by her husband, William S. Genther. Survivors include a son, William of Kirkland; a daughter Julie Taxdahl of Ferndale; two sisters June Gamlen of Bellingham and Devona Gamlen of Portland, Ore.; five grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. No services were conducted, at her request. Arrangements were by Moles Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 24 Apr 1986) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GENTHER, Kathleen Rose, age 70, passed away in a local nursing home April 21, 1981. She had been a life long resident of Bellingham and a member of the Emblem Club. She leaves to survive 1 son Geoffery Genther of Omach (sic); 2 daughters, Priscilla Whan of Burlington; Rosemary Peterson of Everson; 6 grandchildren, numerous nieces and nephews. Memorials may be made to the Cancer Research Fund. Memorial services will be held Saturday, April 25, 10 a.m. with Rev. Joe Buckner officiating. Under the direction of Veroske, Jerns, and LeVeck Funeral Chapel.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 24 Apr 1981) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GENUIT, Betty passed away peacefully at home on March 20, 2009 surrounded by her family. She was born in 1921 in Salt Lake City to Elizabeth and Harry Behney. She was from pioneer Utah families. She graduated from the University of the Pacific in Stockton, California in 1942 and was a member of Kappa Alpha Theta sorority. In 1945 she married the love of her life, Lt. Walter Genuit, a naval aviator. She was a teacher and Red Cross nurse during World War II. She traveled the world with her husband as members of the American Gemological Society. They settled in Bellingham in 1996 to be close to family. She is survived by her husband Walter, daughter Christine Genuit (Howard Haylock) of Bellingham; son David Genuit of Bremerton; and nieces and nephews in California. A family service was held. Moles Family Funeral Homes & Crematory Bayview Chapel – Bellingham.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 24 Mar 2009) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GEORGE, Albert Byron - Visitation for Albert B. George of Bellingham will be from 1 to 5 p.m. Saturday at Jones-Moles Funeral Home. A funeral will be at 2 p.m. Sunday at Jones-Moles Funeral Home with the Rev. Mark R. Weir officiating. Private burial will be in Bayview Cemetery. Mr. George died Friday, Dec. 27, 1996. He was 73. He lived in Bellingham for 12 years and was a member of the Bellingham Seventh-day Adventist Church. Mr. George worked for the Boeing Co. for 20 years, for the Bellingham School District for five years and for American Building Maintenance for several years. He was preceded in death by brother William George and sisters Cynthia Warfield and Sophie Carter. Survivors include sister Belle Lucas of Pittsburgh and numerous nieces and nephews, including Robert Carter of Ocoee, Fla.

GEORGE, Alex W. - Rosary will be said at 8 p.m. Thursday for Alex W. George of the Lummi reservation, who died Tuesday (May 19, 1953) in a local hospital. Requiem mass will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Friday by Rev. Fr. Donald Conger in St. Joachim's church, followed by interment in the Lummi cemetery.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 21 May 1953) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GEORGE, Ambrose, 6-month-old son of Mr. and Mrs. Dan George, Beach Star Route, passed away in a local hospital, Sunday, Feb 14, (1960). Funeral services will be conducted Thursday, Feb. 18 at 9 a.m. on St. Joachim's Catholic Church. Interment in the Lummi Cemetery under the direction of Moles Monroe Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 16 Feb 1960) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GEORGE, Antone P., Sr., age 67, of Lummi, passed away on Tuesday, June 10, 2003 in Bellingham. He was born December 24, 1936 to Agnes (Nanpuya) and George C. George in Bellingham, Washington. Antone was a commercial fisherman and loved his work. He also enjoyed to hunt, travel and traditional dance. He was preceded in death by his parents; two sisters; one brother and one daughter Cheryl George. He is survived by his wife Vivian; five sons David Johnson, Joseph Johnson II, Jack Johnson, Patrick George Sr. and Antone George, Jr. all of Lummi; one daughter Laurie Joe of Lummi; 26 grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; two sisters Lutie Hillaire Lummi and Sadie Kelly of Deming; numerous adopted children, grandchildren, nieces, nephews, aunts and uncles. A traditional ceremony will be held on Thursday, June 12, 2003 at 6 p.m. at Wex Liem and a traditional ceremony will be held on Friday, June 13 at 6 a.m. at Wex Liem.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 12 Jun 2003) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GEORGE, Arliss Allen - An 18-year old man was killed Saturday (April 6, 1985) in a one-vehicle accident on Haxton Way six miles west of Bellingham. Arliss Allen "Arly" George, 1650 Haxton Way, died when the pick-up truck he was driving went off the roadway at Haxton Way and Cagey Road about 5 am and overturned, the Washington State Patrol reported. George was ejected from the vehicle in the accident. Born March 26, 1967, in Bellingham, he was a lifelong resident of the Lummi Reservation. He was a traditional dancer. Survivors include grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Norbert Charles of Bellingham; two sisters, Willetta George of Ferndale and Lucetta Peters of Duncan, B.C.; three uncles, Antone George and James Hillaire of Bellingham and Gordon Kelly of Deming; and two aunts, Lutie Hillaire of Bellingham and Sadie Kelly of Deming. Evening prayer services will be at 7 p.m. Wednesday at the Lummi Neighborhood Facility, with Bishop Robert Jones officiating. Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Thursday at the Lummi Neighborhood Facility, with burial to be in Lummi Reservation Cemetery.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 8 Apr 1985) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GEORGE, Arnold D., age 51, passed away Thursday, August 16, 2001 in Bellingham. Born September 13, 1949 to Daniel & Evelyn George in Bellingham and was a lifelong resident of Whatcom County. He graduated from the Redwood School of Bellingham and worked for Whatcom County Parks Dept., for 15 years. Mr. George enjoyed gardening, fishing, repairing lawn- mowers and garage sales. He is survived by sisters: Arlene George of Everson, Marsha George, Brenda Solomon, both of Lummi Nation and Mira George of Blaine brothers: Kenny George of Bellingham, Phillip George, Andrew George and Michael George all of Lummi Nation also numerous other relatives. A Prayer Service will be held Sunday, August 19, 7:00 p.m. at Wex'Liem in Bellingham. Funeral Services will be Monday, August 20, 10:00 a.m. also at the Wex'Liem, with Minister Tim Edwards officiating. Burial will follow at the Lummi Cemetery. Arrangements by Moles Funeral Home Ferndale, WA

GEORGE, Christopher Cody, infant son of Gerold and Judith George, 2762 Cagey Road, died Saturday (April 14, 1984) in Bellingham. He also is survived by two brothers, three sisters, three grandparents and a great-grandmother. Graveside services will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday at Lummi Reservation Cemetery, with Frank Jefferson officiating. Arrangements are by Moles Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 17 Apr 1984) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GEORGE, Daniel Joseph Sr, age 73 of Bellingham, lifetime Whatcom County resident, died on Tuesday, December 3, 1996, at his home. He was born on May 10, 1923, to John and Josephine (Poole) George Sr. in Deming. He was a logger and fisher for many years and a Veteran of WWII serving in the U.S. Army where he received the purple heart. Daniel was a lifetime member of the 1910 Indian Shaker Church where he was a traveling missionary. Mr. George is survived by daughters, Arlene George of Everson, Brenda Solomon and Marsha George both of Lummi, and Mira Valencia of Everson; sons Kenny George, Phillip George, Arnold George, Andrew George and Michael George all of the family home; brother Ivan George of Tacoma; six grandchildren and four great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews and other relatives. He was preceded in death by his wife Evelyn (Victor) George in April of 1993. A Prayer Service will be on Friday, December 6, 1996, 7 p.m.; and a Funeral Service will be on Saturday, December 7, 1996, 10 a.m. both at the Lummi Community Center. Burial will follow at the Lummi Reservation Cemetery, with military honors by American Legion Posts #83 of Nooksack and #33 of Lummi. Arrangements by Moles Funeral Home in Ferndale.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 5 Dec 1996) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GEORGE, Donald A., 40, of Lummi Nation passed away on Thurs., May 18, 2006. A Prayer Service will be held on Sun., May 21, at 6 p.m. at the Wexliem Community Center. A Funeral Mass is scheduled for Mon., May 22, at 10 a.m. at Wexliem, followed by burial at Lummi Cemetery.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 21 May 2006) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GEORGE, George C. - Funeral services for George C. George, 48, Marietta, whose body was found off Point Francis Sunday (Nov. 26, 1961) after he had disappeared in that area nearly a year ago, will be held at 2 p.m. Monday from Moles Monroe Funeral Home in Ferndale. Mr. George is survived by his wife, Agnus; three daughters, Mrs. Lutie Hillaire of Bellingham, Mrs. Sadie Sparrow of Marietta and Miss Anita George, at home; a son Antone; two sisters, Mrs. Madeline Commodore of Marietta and Mrs. Elizabeth Yallup of White Swan, Wash.; a brother, Michael of White Swan, and four grandchildren. The Rev. Carl Jones will conduct the services. Burial will be in Lummi Cemetery.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 29 Nov 1961) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GEORGE, Ivan James of the Nooksack Indian Nation passed away on January 8, 2007. He was 73 years old. A Funeral Service will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Thursday, January 11, 2007 at the Nooksack Community Building with burial to follow at Greenacres Memorial Park.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 11 Jan 2007) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GEORGE, Joseph, a native of Lummi reservation, died at his home this morning (July 17, 1928), aged 21 years. He was the son of Mr. and Mrs. Patrick George. Other surviving relatives are two brothers, George and Michael, of Lummi, and two sisters, Mrs. E. Hannigan, of Yakima, and Mrs. Madeline Bell, Lummi. Funeral rites will be held at the St. Joachim Catholic church on the reservation Wednesday at 10 a.m. Interment will be made in Lummi cemetery under Home Marks' direction.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 17 Jul 1928) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GEORGE, Leonard, age 46 of 1220 N. State, passed away Monday, Feb. 5, (1968). Survived by 1 daughter, Mrs. Shirley Westberry of Seattle; 1 brother, Robert of Lummi. Rosary services Tuesday at 7 p.m. in Moles Funeral Chapel. Requiem mass Wednesday, Feb. 7, 10 a.m., St. Joachims Church, interment Lummi Cemetery.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 6 Feb 1968) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GEORGE, Leroy - A prayer service for Leroy George will be held at the Wex Li Em community center on Lummi Reservation at 7 p.m. Monday. Mr. George died Saturday, Aug. 26, 2000, at his home on the reservation. He was 59. A funeral service for Mr. George will be held Tuesday at 10 a.m. with burial following at Lummi Cemetery. Mr. George was born Feb. 6, 1941. He was preceded in death by his parents, Robert A. George and Marion A. (Edwards) George his brother Robert George, sister Roberta George and sons Ronald A. and Michael W. George. He is survived by his aunt Laverne Hall and uncle Robert Hall, of Lummi Reservation sons James L. George, Donald George, Brian George, and Troy George, all of Lummi Reservation sisters Wilma Jensen of Bellingham and Marilyn and Donna George, both of Lummi Reservation brother Gerald M. George of Lummi Reservation and nine grandchildren. Arrangements are by Moles Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 27 Aug 2000) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GEORGE, Louis, aged Lummi Indian, died Saturday night (May 4, 1935) at his home on the reservation, after about one week's illness. The cause of death was pneumonia, which developed from a cold which he contracted when a canoe he was paddling capsized off the Lummi shore. He was towing some logs, which he planned to cut into firewood. George was one of the reservation's most active residents. He owned 160 acres on the river bottom, part of which he leased, and had 100 sheep. He is survived by his widow.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 6 May 1935) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GEORGE, Mabel, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Patrick C. George of Lummi reservation, died today (April 9, 1928), aged 12 years. She was a member of St. Joachin's (sic) Catholic church, where funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Tuesday. Interment will follow in Lummi cemetery under Homer Mark's direction. The Rev. Father Robert Dillon will officiate. Relatives surviving are the parents; three brothers, Michel and Joseph, of Yakima, and George C. of Lummi reservation, and two sisters, Mrs. Elizabeth Finnegan, Yakima, and Mrs. Madeline Bill, of Lummi reservation.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 9 Apr 1928) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GEORGE, Michael, 92, of White Swan died Friday (Aug. 8, 1986) in Toppenish. He was born May 31, 1894, on the Lummi Reservation. He had been a resident of White Swan since 1920. Mr. George was a member and former minister of the Independent Shakker of White Swan. He is survived by numerous nieces and nephews, including Nettie Hillaire of Bellingham. Vigil services will be at 7 p.m. Monday at the Lummi Shakker Church on Lummi Shore Road. Funeral services will be at 9 am Tuesday, also at the Lummi Shakker Church, with Ben Charles officiating. Burial will follow at the Lummi Reservation Cemetery.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 10 Aug 1986) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GEORGE, Randy G., 35, of Lummi Nation, passed away 1 Oct 2009. Prayer service Mon., Oct. 5, at 6 p.m. at 3325 Whatasen Lane, Bellingham, and funeral services will be held Tues., Oct. 6 at 10 a.m. at Wexliem Community Building.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 4 Oct 2009) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GEORGE, Rebecca - A prayer service for Rebecca "Becky" George of Lummi Reservation will be at 7 p.m. Friday at Wex Li Em Community Center. A funeral service will be at 9 a.m. Saturday at the center, with Tim Edwards officiating. Burial will follow in Lummi Reservation Cemetery. Ms. George died Sunday, April 9, 2000. She was 28. Ms. George was born Oct. 4, 1971, to Gerald and Judith (Humphreys) George in Bellingham. She enjoyed watching sports, especially football and basketball. She also liked playing bingo. Survivors include daughters LaLaneya Lynn George, Corina Marie Jones and Katrina Ann Jones and son Donavan Lee Jones, all of Lummi Reservation boyfriend Lloyd Jones of Lummi Reservation parents of Lummi Reservation sisters Patricia Ann George of Lummi Reservation and Colleen Lee Ricker of Montana brothers Jason Merle and Travis Allan George, both of Lummi Reservation grandmother Ann Humphreys of Lummi Reservation and many other relatives. Arrangements are by Moles Funeral Home of Ferndale.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 13 Apr 2000) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GEORGE, Robin Mary Helen, (age 49) entered into rest on September 28, 2008 in Bellingham, WA. Robin was born in Chatham, Ontario Canada to Nickolas and Helen Mankis on October 16, 1958. In 1976 she married Jerry Lee George in Surrey, B.C. She worked as a printer and shipper for many years. Robin loved the outdoors, family, friends and of course her cats. Robin is survived by her husband, Jerry Lee in Blaine, WA; brothers, David and Eric Mankis; sister in laws, Janet Zaddack and Donna Wines; brother in laws, Gaylan George, James George and Mike Zaddack. Memorial services for Robin will be held on Saturday, October 4, 2008 from 2:00 until 4:00 p.m. at the Pastime Tavern 658 Peace Portal Dr., Blaine, WA 98230. Jerns-McKinney Funeral Chapel Blaine, WA.

GEORGE, Ronald Allen, age 30, lifetime resident of Whatcom County, passed away on Monday, June 24, 1996 on the Lummi Reservation. He was born in Aberdeen to Leroy George and Staci James on November 12, 1965. A great deal of his life was dedicated in service to his Lummi Community at gatherings, assisting with cooking and serving. meals. He married Daisy M. Lorenz-Lane in March 1992 and leaves with her two sons, James George, age 3, and Thomas George, age 1. Mr. George was preceded in death by his grandparents Robert A. and Marion George, Joseph P. James; a brother Michael W. George. He is survived by his parents Leroy George and Staci James; four brothers, James L. George, Donald A. George, Brian C. George, Troy L. George, all of Bellingham; and grandmother Velma (Jefferson) James of Lummi. A Vigil for the Deceased will be held Thursday, June 27, 1996, 7 p.m. with Mr. Vernon Lane officiating. A Funeral Liturgy will be held Friday, June 28, 1996, 10 a.m. with Fr. Frank Walsh, S. J. officiating. Both services will be held at the Lummi Neighborhood Facility. Burial will follow at the Lummi Reservation Cemetery. Arrangements by Moles Funeral Home in Ferndale. (From The Bellingham Herald, 27 Jun 1996) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GEORGE, Sylvester Joseph, 58, of 1509 E. Victor St, died Friday (Jan. 22, 1982) in a local hospital. He was born Dec. 6, 1923, on the Lummi Reservation. He was a member of St. Joachim's Catholic Church. He is survived by a son, two daughters, his step-parents, two sisters, an aunt, two uncles and five grandchildren. Vigil services will be held at 7 p.m. Tuesday at Moles Funeral Home. Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday at St. Joachim's Catholic Church, the Rev. Joseph Brown officiating.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 25 Jan 1982) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GEORGE, Thomas L. - Visitation for Thomas L. George of Ferndale will be from 5 to 9 tonight at Moles Funeral Home. A memorial service will be at 2 p.m. Thursday at United Church in Ferndale with the Rev. Richard Wyanski officiating. A private family graveside service will be Thursday at Woodlawn Cemetery with military honors by American Legion Post No. 7, Bellingham. Mr. George died at home Monday, Nov. 27, 1995. He was 64. Born Aug 21, 1931, to W. A. "Red" and Oasis George in Bellingham, he graduated from Bellingham High School in 1949. Mr. George served in the U.S. Navy aboard the USS Toledo during the Korean War. He married Beverly Ann Orth in 1953 in Lakewood, Calif. He worked for the Lynden Tribune for many years, and owned and published the Westside Record Journal from 1970 until his retirement in 1993. Mr. George was active in the Lynden and Ferndale communities, participating in Lynden Jaycees, Little League and Cub Scouts, Ferndale Kiwanis Club, Old Settlers Association and Ferndale Chamber of Commerce. Survivors include his wife of the family home; daughters Carol Unick of Ferndale and Connie Morgan of Custer; son Edward L. George of Mount Vernon; four grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 29 Nov 1995) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GEORGE, Tracy M., age 18, of Lummi Reservation, passed away Friday, Dec. 31, (1977). Tracy had been a life time resident of Lummi and is survived by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Dan George of Lummi; 5 brothers, Arnold, Kenny, Phillip, Andrew, Michael all of Lummi; 4 sisters, Arlene, Brenda, Myra, and Marsha all of Lummi. Numerous other relatives. Funeral services will be conducted by Josephine Grant, Tues., Jan 4 at 7 p.m. and Wed. Jan. 5 at 10 a.m. in the Dan George Home, Lummi Reservation. Burial will follow in Lummi Reservation Cemetery under the direction of Moles Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 4 Jan 1977) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GEORGE, Wellington Abbey "Red Duke" of Bellingham died Thursday June 29, 1995, in Bellingham. He was 88. Visitation will be from 1 to 4 p.m. today and Sunday at Jones-Moles Funeral Home. A memorial service will be at 11 a.m. Monday at the funeral home with the Rev. Leonard C. Eriksen officiating. His ashes will be placed in Bayview Cemetery at a graveside inurnment service at 2 p.m. Monday. Born Nov. 28, 1906, to Josias and Eva Blanche Abbey George in Port Allegheny, Pa., he moved with his family to Anacortes in 1909. He graduated from Anacortes High School in 1924 and began working as a "printer's devil" for a weekly newspaper. He married Oasis Brilliant Beaty on June 4, 1928, in Anacortes. They moved to Bellingham in 1929, where he worked for Northwest Farm News. In 1936, he bought the Blaine Journal, which he published for 18 months. He returned to the Farm News in 1937, staying there until it folded in 1945. He also worked at a waterfront machine shop, was a linotype operator at The Bellingham Herald and worked as a foreman for The Lynden Tribune. He retired from printing in 1968. He returned to work for his son, Don, who bought Towner Printing in 1973. He worked full time for his son until 1993, when cancer slowed him down. Mr. George enjoyed dancing, camping and bicycle riding. He was preceded in death by his wife on June 14, 1970, and his brothers, Oliver Miller George and McCarey George, both of Long Beach, Calif. Survivors include sons Tom George of Ferndale and Don George of Lynden, daughter Peggy A. Karuza of Bellingham, 10 grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren.
(From The Bellingham Herald, July 1, 1995)

GEORGE-MARTIN, Gail - A funeral for Gail Night Sky George-Martin will be at 10 a.m. today at Wex Li Em, the Lummi community center. Burial will be in Lummi Nation Cemetery. Gail died at birth Sunday, March 21, 1999. She was preceded in death by grandparents Wesley and Elizabeth Martin of Lummi Nation. Survivors include parents Duane George and Emmeline Martin, sister Alexis Martin and many other relatives. Arrangements are by Moles Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 26 Mar 1999) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GERARD, Howard of Lynden died Saturday, Dec. 25, 1999 at his winter home in Thousand Palms Calif. He was 72. At his request, there will be no service. Mr. Gerard was the son of Ferdinand "Ferd" and Caroline (Miller) Gerard, and graduated from Bellingham High School in 1945. Mr. Gerard served in the U.S. Army from 1945 to 1947, serving mostly in Puerto Rico as a sergeant. In 1947 he married Dagny Carlson and they founded and owned Gerard's Garden which they operated until 1968. Mr. Gerard later worked as a general contractor, built homes and provided landscaping services. An avid outdoorsman, he enjoyed hunting and fishing and boating around the San Juan Islands. He also enjoyed spending the fall and winter months in California, where he learned to propagate and grow cactus as a hobby. His brother Paul Gerard and one grandchild died previously. Survivors include his wife of 52 years, of the family home; sons Kent Gerard of Bellingham and Howard (Gordon) Gerard Jr. of Ferndale; brother Ed Gerard of Lake Tahoe, Calif.; sisters Margaret Johnston of Bellingham and Phyllis Ashley of Seattle; four grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 31 Dec 1999) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GERARD, Keith Alton - A service for Keith Alton Gerard of 1120 38th St. will be at 1 p.m. Saturday at Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Bellingham. Mr. Gerard died at home Sunday, Jan. 19, 1997. He was 84. Born July 23, 1912, in Bellingham, he was a lifelong resident. He married Roberta White on Aug. 6, 1938, in Bellingham. Mr. Gerard worked in Forks Logging Camp in the 1940s, cutting timber for construction of Ross Dam. A member of the Sawmill and Timbers Workers and the Alaska Fisherman's unions, he enjoyed hunting and fishing. Survivors include his wife of Bellingham; daughters Susan Schelenski of Stanwood and Estella Anderson of Seattle; son Fred Barker of Darrington; sisters Lucille Frost and Thelma Pullar, both of Bellingham, Bessie Callis of Herlong, Calif., and Patricia Brixner of La Mesa, Calif.; and one grandchild.

GERARD, Louella M. "Lou" (Mortimore) of South Lake Tahoe, Calif., formerly of Whatcom County, died Saturday Nov. 25, 2000 in Santa Cruz, Calif. She was 81. Born in Blaine, she graduated from Bellingham High School in 1938. Mrs. Gerard later moved to San Jose, Calif. where she worked for Eastman Kodak for 25 years. Survivors include her husband of 60 years, Edward F. Gerard, of California; son Gary Gerard of Clovis, Calif.; daughters Gene Withington of South Lake Tahoe and Toni Hollis of Boulder Creek, Calif.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 28 Nov 2000) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GERARD, Mabel Jean, of Bellingham, died Saturday, May 8, 1993. She was 81. At her request, no services will be held. Burial will be in Woodlawn Cemetery. Born May 7, 1912, in Bellingham to Lux and Mary Gerard, she was a lifelong resident of Whatcom County. She is survived by many cousins. Arrangements by Jones-Moles Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 11 May 1993) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GERARD, Mary, age 95, of 2415 F St, passed away Tuesday, Oct. 23, 1979. Mrs. Gerard was a 36 year resident of this community. She is survived by 1 daughter, Mabel Gerard, City, numerous nieces and nephews. Services Fri. Oct. 16 at 1 p.m. at Woodlawn Cemetery. Arrangements by Jones Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 25 Oct 1979) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GERARD, Mildred R. - Former Whatcom County Assessor's Office worker Mildred R. Gerard, 76, 5515 Northwest Road, died Monday (Feb. 29, 1988) in Bellingham. Born in Ferndale, Aug. 17, 1911, Mrs. Gerard was a county resident all of her life, working in the assessor's office for eight years. Mrs. Gerard is survived by her husband Paul; five daughters, Ardis Rieland and Wanda Bruner, both of Ferndale, Carol Hassebrock of Sumas, Karen Bruno of Seattle and Janet Cloudsdale of Boulder Creek, Calif.; 13 grandchildren; a brother Seth Roberson of Ferndale; a sister Betty Blair of Bellingham; and numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. Graveside services will be at 11 a.m. Thursday at Woodlawn Cemetery with Pastor John Leaf officiating. Arrangements are by Moles Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 1 Mar 1988) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GERARD, Paul F. - Graveside services for Paul F. Gerard, beloved father and grandfather, age 89 of 246 E. Bakerview Rd., Bellingham, will be Fri., Sept. 8, 3 p.m. at Woodlawn Cemetery, Rev. William Berney officiating. Cremation Greenacres Crematorium. Mr. Gerard passed away Tues., Sept 5, (1989). Mr. Gerard was born May 28, 1909 at Lake Samish, WA. He had been a lifetime resident of Whatcom County, residing in the North Bellingham community; was a member of BPO Elks No. 194 of Bellingham; Washington State Reefnetters Assoc. Mr. Gerard owned and operated the Gerard Store of North Bellingham. He was preceded in death by his wife Mildred Roberson Gerard in Feb. of 1988. He leaves to survive 5 daughters, Carol and her husband Jerry Hassebrock of Sumas, Karen and her husband Gary Bruno of Seattle, Ardis and her husband Don Rieland of Ferndale, Wanda and her husband Zack Bruner of Ferndale, Janet and her husband Ian Cloudsdale of Boulder Creek, CA; 13 grandchildren; 2 brothers Howard Gerard and his wife Dagney of Bellingham, Edward Gerard and his wife Lou of Lake Tahoe, Ca.; 4 sisters Margaret Johnston of Bellingham, Phyllis Ashley of Lynnwood, Bernice Menard of Hawaii and Alice Schlageter of Virginia; 2 brother-in-law, Seth Roberson of Ferndale and Keith Blair of Bellingham; sister-in-law, Toots Roberson of Bellingham.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 7 Sep 1989) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GERARD, Roberta Ann - A memorial service for Roberta Ann Gerard will be at 1 p.m. today at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 5800 Northwest Drive. Burial will be in Greenacres Memorial Park. Mrs. Gerard died Tuesday, Aug. 25, 1998 at St. Joseph Hospital. She was 80. Born July 3, 1918 in Seattle, she lived most of her life in Bellingham. She was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Bellingham Second Ward, and of the Washington and British Columbia-Abbotsford Old Time Fiddlers. She enjoyed hiking, camping, hunting, fishing, gardening, history, genealogy, mechanical projects and music. Her husband, Keith A. Gerard, died in 1997. Survivors include daughters Estella Anderson of Sedro-Woolley and Susan Schelinski of Stanwood; son Fred Barker of Darrington; two grandchildren; and many other relatives.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 28 Aug 1998) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GERBER, Everett and Rose - Everett Gerber, 51, and Rose Gerber, 49, 1582 Harksell Road, Ferndale, died Sunday in an airplane crash near Vancouver Island. They had both been longtime Whatcom County residents. He was born April 2, 1931 and was a Korean conflict army veteran. He was a logger and a member of Sumas Post, American Legion and the Washington Pilots Association. She was born Aug. 17, 1932. She was the Mount Baker School District librarian and attended Evergreen Community Church. She was a member of Washington Education Association, Whatcom County Library Board and Washington Pilots Association. They are survived by a daughter, four sons and a granddaughter. He is also survived by his parents and two brothers and she by her mother, a brother and a sister. Joint funeral services will be at 10:30 am Wednesday at United Church of Ferndale. Arrangements are by Moles Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 14 Aug 1982) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GERDE, Anton E., age 57, of 518 Everglade Road, passed away Sunday, August 30, (1970). Mr. Gerde had resided in Bellingham the past 10 years and was a life member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints and the Central Lions Club. He leaves to survive his wife, Mrs. Gertrude Gerde of the family home; 2 daughters, Mrs. Corrie Pendleton of Everett and Miss Rita Gerde of the family home; his mother, Mrs. Cornelia Gerde; 2 brothers, and 1 sister, all in Holland. Funeral services will be conducted Wednesday, Sept. 2 at 11:00 a.m. from the Church of Jesus Christ of Later Day Saints under the direction of the Westford Funeral Home.

GERGEN, Leonard N. - Rosary for Leonard N. Gergen of Lynden will be at 7:30 p.m. today at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Lynden. Visitation will be from 10 to 11 a.m. Wednesday at St. Joseph Catholic Church, followed by a funeral Mass with the Rev. Mike Gergen officiating. Burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery in Spokane. Mr. Gergen died of cancer Sunday, Dec. 28, 1997, at the Christian Care Center. He was 78. He was born Feb. 26, 1919, to John and Katherine Engelbert Gergen in Geneva, Neb. Mr. Gergen joined the U. S. Army in 1939 and served in the Pacific Theater during World War II. He received the American Defense Service Medal, American Theater Service Medal, Asiatic Pacific Service Medal, Philippine Liberation Medal and Occupation of Japan medal. A resident of Cheney for more than 30 years, Mr. Gergen worked as an accountant for Brown Holter Chevrolet for 35 years. He moved to Whatcom County nine years ago. He was a member of the American Legion for 33 years and Knights of Columbus for 14 years. He volunteered as a maintenance worker for the Lynden YMCA for eight years. Mr. Gergen enjoyed the outdoors, fishing, camping and traveling. He was preceded in death by a brother, Lawrence. Survivors include his wife of 51 years, Faye; sons James Gergen of Bellingham and Raymond Gergen of Vancouver, Wash.; daughter Barbara Gergen of Lynden; brothers Jacob Gergen of Garden Grove, Calif., and Norbert Gergen and Harold Gergen, both of Geneva, Neb.; and many other relatives. Arrangements are by Jerns-LeVeck Funeral Chapel.

GERI, Catherine - A funeral Mass for Catherine DeCristan Geri of Bellingham will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday at Sacred Heart Catholic Church. Miss Geri died Sunday, Sept. 12, 1999, at Sehome Park Care Center. She was 88. She was born Jan. 29, 1911, to Raffaele and Teresa (Viola) Geri in Bellingham. Miss Geri was an elementary school teacher for 37 years and taught in Tacoma, Grays Harbor and Oregon. Miss Geri was a member of the Retired Teachers Association and Sacred Hearth Catholic Church. Survivors include sisters Pauline Geri and Augustine Berthiaume and brother Louis Geri, all of Bellingham and several nieces and nephews. Arrangements are by Westford Funeral Home.

GERI, Joyce E., a 65 year resident of Whatcom Co., died January 11, 1998. She was born May 14, 1922 in Union County South Dakota to Clifton and Ruth Waterbury Wallen. Joyce came to Whatcom County in 1932, graduated from Mt. Baker High School and received her Bachelor of Arts degree in Education at Western Washington. Mrs. Geri was a teacher in the Meridian School Dist. Joyce married Louis R. Geri June 11, 1949. She was an active member at Sacred Heart Catholic Church and enjoyed friends and family. Survived by her husband, Louis R. Geri of Bellingham; children, Louis M. and Cindy Geri, Tim Geri, and Todd and Cindy L. Geri all of Bellingham, Donna and Carl Davis of Castle Rock, WA, Kathy Stephens, Kristi Pfleuger both of Bellingham, Karen Geri of Burlington, WA, and Lisa Geri of Bellingham; brother Clayton Waterbury of Iowa; grandchildren, Chad, Drew and Brett Davis, Peter Kryn and Nick Stephens, Molly Corey and Ryan Pflueger, Mickie, Melissa and Katy L. Geri, Mark Geri, Kristi L. and Katie M. Geri, and Jacob Geri. Vigil Service will be held at Westford Funeral Home 7:30 p.m. Wednesday. Funeral Mass will be held at Sacred Heart Catholic Church 10:30 a.m. Thursday January 15, 1997 (sic) with interment at Bayview Cemetery.

GERING, Edith of Lynden passed away at the Christian Health Care Center on Wednesday, July 18, 2001. She was 86. A daughter of Chris and Annie Stremler, Edith was born in Grand Rapids, Mich., on May 15, 1915. She grew up in Michigan and moved to Lynden in 1945. She was married to Daniel Gering in Lynden on Feb. 20, 1948. Mrs. Gering was a member of Word of Life Church. She participated in the activities of the church's Young at Heart group which included services at many county healthcare facilities. She was also a member of the Faith Hofman Woman's Guild at the church and was a former member of the Lighthouse Mission Auxiliary. Edith was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Dan, in 1993; a sister, Pearl Hoekema; and an infant brother, Simon Stremler. She is survived by a son, Martin Gering and wife Nancy of Lynden; two daughters, Kathleen Lute and husband Mike of Shoreline, and Frances VanLant and husband Jay of Lynden; eight grandchildren; a sister, Priscilla Medema of Everett; and numerous other relatives. Burial will be at 1:15 p.m. today in Monumenta Cemetery followed by memorials services at 2 p.m. in Word of Life Church in Lynden with Rev. Jim Rowse officiating. Services are under the care of Gillies Funeral Home and Cremation Service of Lynden.

GERMAIN, Clara C., age 80 of 4741 Sucia Dr. Ferndale passed away Fri., April 28, 1978. Mrs. Germain was a 60 year resident of this community, a member of the DAR, past president of the American Legion Auxiliary, survived by 2 sons, Walter A. Germain, Jr. of Ferndale, John Robert Germain, Seattle; 3 grandchildren. Services Tues. May 2, 10:30 a.m. at the Jones Funeral Home. Rev C. Thomas Lane officiating. Interment Greenacres Memorial Park. Officers of Albert J. Hamilton post No. 7, American Legion Auxiliary participating at grave site.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 30 Apr 1978) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GERMAIN, Curtis G. - A memorial gathering for Curtis G. Germain, 37, of 4741 Sucia Drive, Neptune Beach, will be from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Thursday at the family home. Mr. Germain, 37, died Saturday (June 8, 1991) at home. He was born on April 4, 1954, in Los Angeles. He moved to Neptune Beach from San Francisco in 1989. Mr. Germain was a student at Bellingham Vocational-Technical Institute. He played the guitar, wrote music and was interested in electronics. Survivors include his parents, Walter and Shirley Germain of Neptune Beach; two sisters, Catharine Baker of Silverdale and Sarah Germain Lilly of Brooklyn, N.Y.; two nephews; and one niece.

GERMAIN, George Burton passed away Friday, April 20 after a short illness. Burton, a 3rd generation homesteader, was born in Everson, Washington on June 30, 1920. He married the love of his life, Maxine Wallace, on June 8, 1941. He served in the South Pacific during World War II. Burton returned to Everson to work at Darigold for over 30 years. After his retirement he and Maxine enjoyed their lives by traveling, gardening, bird watching and antique collecting. He is survived by his wife Maxine of the family home; son Roger German of Everson; granddaughters Dominique Germain and Marcella Germain (Phil Camire); and his darling great-granddaughter Victoria. A celebration of Burton's long, wonderful life will be at Jern's Funeral Chapel on Saturday, April 28 at 2 p.m.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 25 Apr 2007) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GERMAIN, Maxine Elizabeth (Wallace) passed away peacefully on August 5, 2007 after a short illness. Born December 24, 1920 in Vancouver, Washington, she grew up and spent most of her life in Whatcom County. She married her high school sweetheart George Burton Germain, and lived a peaceful life on a rural farm in Everson with their son Roger. Always a country girl, she took pleasure in her vibrant fruit and vegetable gardens Another pastime was caring for stray cats that needed homes; however, she was not amused when they chased her wild birds that she watchfully fed all year. Another pursuit, collecting antiques always made for a good excuse to go on leisurely road trips with her beloved husband of 65 years. The family will miss Christmas Eves and apple dumplings with grandma and grandpa. Surviving are her son Roger and partner Susan of Everson; granddaughter Dominique Garness (husband Tim), granddaughter Marcella Camire (husband Phillip), and most dearly loved great-granddaughter Victoria. A memorial service will be held at Jerns Funeral Home Chapel at 11 a.m. Saturday August 11, 2007. Private family interment was held at Woodlawn Cemetery.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 8 Aug 2007) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GERMAIN, Walter A. (Debs), age 82 of 4741 Sucia Drive, Ferndale, passed away Tuesday, Jan. 11 (1977). Mr. Germain was the retired owner and operator of Germain Magneto Service, Bellingham. He was a life time resident of Whatcom County and was a member of Albert J. Hamilton Post No. 7 American Legion and 40 et 8. Surviving wife, Clara C.; 2 sons, Walter A. Germain Jr. of Anaheim, Calif., and John Robert Germain of Seattle; 1 sister, Mrs. Mabel Buckner of Burlington; 3 grandchildren, 1 niece and 1 nephew. Funeral services will beheld Thurs., Jan. 13 at 1 p.m. Jones Funeral Home. Interment at Greenacres.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 12 Jan 1977) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GERMAN, Ivy May - A funeral for Ivy May German of Bellingham will be at 11 a.m. Friday at Greenacres Funeral Home. Mrs. German died Tuesday, March 2, 1999, at Sehome Park Care Center. She was 97. A lifelong Whatcom County resident, she was born Aug. 23, 1901, to Alvin and Lucy McRea Allen in Kendall and attended Columbia Valley Grade School. On Sept. 14, 1919, she married John German in Columbia Valley. He died in 1963. She volunteered for the Red Cross Gray Ladies and RSVP and enjoyed drawing, sewing, crocheting, gardening and traveling. Survivors include daughters Gail Elsbree of Port Angeles and Gladys Seton of Port Townsend; seven grandchildren; 22 great-grandchildren; 11 great-great-grandchildren; and five nieces and nephews.
Submitted by Dianne Bird

GERMAN, Mary passed away on Wednesday, February 22, 2006, at the age of 93 in Auburn, California. Mary was a strong and compassionate woman who lived life fully. She had worked at the Pastime Café, Bay Street Massage, then opened and operated Mt. Baker Massage. Mary was preceded in death by her husband Mike German; daughter Jan Fryer and grandson Kelly Fryer; siblings Lawrence Doyle, Andy Doyle, and Clara Howell. She is survived by her sister Cecelia Benson of Lynden; grandchildren Shelly Holland of California, Nathan Fryer of Bellingham and Shannon Bailey of Everett; and children of Mike German, Rosalie Kerr of Bellingham, Tom German of Spokane and Lauralee Ware of Portland, OR. A Funeral Mass will be held at 10:30 a.m. Friday, March 3, 2006, at Assumption Catholic Church with Father John Francis Bentley officiating. A Graveside Service will follow at Woodlawn Cemetery in Ferndale. There will be a family gathering at Assumption Church after the services. Arrangements under the care of Jerns Funeral Chapel.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 3 Mar 2006) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GERMAN, Mike F., 85, 3458 Willowood St., died Tuesday (April 7, 1987) in Bellingham. He was born Jan. 6, 1902 in Maple Falls and lived in Whatcom County all of his life. Mr. German had been a logger and was known for his involvement in community events. Survivors include his wife Mary of the family home in Bellingham; a son Thomas German of Spokane; two daughters, Lauralee Ware of Medford, Ore., and Rosalie Kerr of Bellingham; two brothers, Fred German of Maple Falls and Al German of McLean, VA; 11 grandchildren; four step-grandchildren; and 16 great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be at 1 p.m. Friday at Greenacres Funeral Home Chapel, with Mr. Paul Elvig officiating. Burial will be in Greenacres Memorial Park.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 8 Apr 1987) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GERMAN, Thomas M. "Tom", age 77 of Spokane passed away on Thurs., Sept. 10, 2009. Visitation is scheduled from 11-11:30 a.m., with a funeral service to follow at 12:00 p.m. at Moles-Greenacres Funeral Home, 5700 Northwest Dr., Ferndale, WA. Moles-Greenacres Funeral Home, Memorial Park and On-site Crematory.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 15 Sep 2009) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GERMAN, William - Funeral service for William "Bill" German, age 73, of Route 1, Box 90, Winthrop, will be Thursday Jan. 19 at 1 p.m. at Jones Funeral Home with Mr. Paul Elvig officiating. Interment Greenacres Memorial Park. Mr. German passed away Sun, Jan 15, 1984. He was born in Maple Falls, WA; lived in Winthrop for 30 years and was a member of the Methow Valley Cattlemen's Association. He is survived by his wife, Fairy "Torchy's" 2 daughters, Darlene and husband William Collins of Poulsbo, WA, and Wyvonne and husband David Michel of Oak Harbor; 15 grandchildren; 13 great grandchildren; 3 brothers, Mike and wife Mary German of City, Fred and Marian German of Maple Falls and Alfred German of McLean, Virginia. He was preceded in death by 1 daughter and 5 brothers. Jones Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 18 Jan 1984) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GEROAKER, John, age 93 of 1200 Birchwood, passed away Tues., Dec. 9, 1980. Mr. Geroaker had been a resident of Whatcom County for many years. He was a retired shingle weaver and a Veteran of WWI. Leaves to survive 2 sisters, Mrs. Emily Long and Theresa Farrell both of Seattle. Funeral services will be conducted Fri. Dec. 12 at 11 a.m. at Saxon Cemetery with Rev. John Melton officiating. Under the direction of the Westford Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 11 Dec 1980) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GERRARD, Florence May - Bellingham resident Florence May Gerrard died Monday, Nov. 2, 1992, in Bellingham. She was 95. Graveside services were held Wednesday at Greenacres Memorial Park. Mrs. Gerrard was born Nov. 15, 1896 in Toronto to William and May Rutherford. She married Percy David Gerrard in 1915 in Vernon, B.C. They moved to Minneapolis in 1937 and to Bellingham in 1958. He died in 1976. Mrs. Gerrard was a member of Seventh-day Adventist Church in Bellingham. Survivors include sons W. Allan Gerrard of Las Vegas, Nev., and Lawrence Elvin Gerrard of Oceanside, Calif.; daughter Glenda Shepard of Little Rock, Ark.; six grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren. Arrangements are by Jones-Moles Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 5 Nov 1992) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GERRARD, Percy David - Pastor Percy David, age 85 of 1200 Lincoln St., passed away Sat. Jan. 24, (1976). Pastor Gerrard was an ordained minister with the Seventh Day Adventist Church, member of the Seventh Day Adventist Church;; traveled around the world for the Christian Benevolent Association of the blind; and past member of Lions Club. Surviving wife, Florence Mae, at home, 2 sons, Mr. William Allan Gerrard and Mr. Lawrence Elvin Gerrard, both of California, 1 daughter, Mrs. Glenda Marlene Shepard of Little Rock, Arkansas, 7 grandchildren, 3 great-grandchildren, 1 sister, Mrs. Minnie McTaggart of Vancouver, B.C. Funeral services Tuesday Jan. 27 at 3 p.m., Jones Funeral Home with Pastors C. L. Shepard & President L. A. Blumenshien officiating. Interment Greenacres Memorial Park.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 26 Jan 1976) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GERRY, Archie M., age 78, of Bellingham, died suddenly at his home on Tuesday, August 3, 1991. Born in Bellingham on November 20, 1912, he and Violet Fox were married in Bellingham July 2, 1938. Archie retired from Georgia Pacific Corp. in 1975 where he had worked for 43 years. Archie belonged to B.P.O. Elks Lodge #194; Fairhaven Lions Club and Bellingham Yacht Club. Preceded in death by three brothers, Criss, Virge and Walter Gerry. Archie leave to survive his wife, Violet; daughter Marlene Amman; son Mel and wife Rachel Gerry, all of Bellingham; grandson, Terry Amman of Seattle; three granddaughters, Trina Amman of Seattle, Janella and Angela Nelson-Gerry of Bellingham. Funeral service Friday, September 6, 1991, 10:30 a.m. at Jones-Moles Funeral Home, Forest and Holly, with Reverend Dr. John Tritenbach of St. James Presbyterian Church officiating. Interment Greenacres Memorial Park.

GERRY, Clara Louise - Graveside services for C. Louise Gerry, 76, 2404 H St., will be at 1 p.m. Tuesday at Woodlawn Cemetery. Mrs. Gerry died Wednesday (Nov. 26, 1986) at home. She was born Nov. 24, 1910, in Tennessee. Her husband Virgil H. Gerry died in 1984. She was a resident of Bellingham most of her life, and had been a member of the Bellingham Golf and Country Club. Mrs. Gerry is survived by her brother Clarence Payne of Eugene, Ore.; and numerous nephews and friends. Arrangements are by Jones Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 29 Nov 1986) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GERSTER, Hans, 90, 1509 Victor St., died Tuesday (July 28, 1981) in a local nursing home. He was born Sept. 29, 1890, in Switzerland and had been a long-time local resident. Graveside services will be at 10 a.m. Friday at Enterprise Cemetery. Arrangements are by Veroske, Jerns and LeVeck Funeral Chapel.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 30 Jul 1981) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GESCHKE, Florence B., age 89, of Bellingham, WA passed away Thursday, April 4, 1996. Born July 8, 1906 in Vancouver, B.C., Canada to Frederick and Georgina (Nelson) Snow, she was a 75 year resident of Whatcom County; formerly employed by Pacific American Fisheries in Bellingham; member of the "Kress Girls" for over 60 years; member of St. John's Lutheran Church; past president, Sons of Norway Auxiliary; member of Bellingham Senior Center. She enjoyed bowling, dancing and gardening. Preceded in death by husband Frank C. P. Geschke, July 31, 1968, she is survived by daughter, Dolores Hubbard and husband Gordon of Bellingham; son Kenneth Geschke and wife Nancy of Federal Way, WA; sisters, Laura Wilson of Bellingham, Katherine Hankins of California, Ann Harrington of Moses Lake, WA; 5 grandchildren; 4 great-grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews. Family Graveside Service Monday, April 8, 1996, 12 noon at Greenacres Memorial Park. Memorial Service Monday, April 8, 1996, 1:30 pm at Jones-Moles Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Marvin Knutzen, St. John's Lutheran Church, officiating. Visitation Monday, April 8, 1996, 8:30 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. at Jones-Moles Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 7 Apr 1996) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GESCHKE, Herman J. Jr. - Visitation for Herman J. Geschke Jr., formerly of Bellingham, will be at 10 a.m. Friday at Miller Woodlawn Chapel in Bremerton, followed by a funeral at 11 a.m. Mr. Geschke died Friday, Aug. 29, 1997, at Harrison Hospital in Bremerton. He was 73. Born March 29, 1924, in Bellingham, he graduated from Fairhaven High School. He served in the U.S. Navy from 1941 to 1961 and worked at the Puget Sound Naval Shipyard for 36 years, retiring in 1979. Mr. Geschke was a lifetime member of Fleet Reserve Branch 29 and of Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 239. Survivors include his wife of 45 years, Shizuko; sons John Geschke of Key Center and Mike Geschke of Bremerton; daughters Mary Connor of Louisville, Ky., Ruth Carter and JoAnn Duchesneau, both of Renton, Susan Reeves of Olympia, Carol Geschke of Silverdale and Laura Gese of Port Orchard; brothers Gerald Geschke of Edmonds and Fred Geschke of Bellingham; and 14 grandchildren.

GESKE, Walter M. died Wednesday, Aug. 27, 1997, at Highland Convalescent Center. He was 98. No service will be held. Born Feb. 2, 1899, to Friedrich and Antonia Geschke in Fairhaven, he lived in Whatcom County for about 70 years. Mr. Geske retired from Standard Oil Co. and spent his retirement years in Arizona and California before returning to Bellingham in 1996. He was preceded in death by his wife, Marjory, in 1995. Survivors include daughters Robin Wahl of Bellingham and Gene McKenzie of Germany, six grandchildren, six geat-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild. Arrangements are by Jones-Moles Funeral Home.

GESSE, Nellie G. - Funeral service for Nellie G. Gesse, age 71, of 2322 Iron St. will be Tuesday June 21, 1983, at 1 p.m. in Jones Funeral Home, with Women of The Moose Chapter No. 277 officiating. Interment Greenacres Memorial Park. Mrs. Gesse passed away Fri., June 17, 1983. She is survived by 4 daughters, RoseMary and husband John Walsh of Sunnyvale, Calif.; Mildred Nelson; MaryAnn and husband Gary Gwin; Georgean and husband Steve Gordon, all of City; 14 grandchildren; 5 great-grandchildren and 1 sister, Angeline Mary and husband Thad Lindsey of Seattle. Mrs. Gesse had been a Bellingham resident for the past 58 years; she was Co-worker Collegian of The Women of The Moose Chapter No. 277. Jones Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 21 Jun 1983) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GESSE, William H., age 65 of 2010-1/2 State St., passed away Thursday, May 9, (1974). Mr. Gesse was a 55 year resident of this community, a retired carpenter and millright, a member of William Mathews Post No. 1585 VFW, Bellingham Aerie No. 31 FOE, Loyal Order of Moose Lodge No. 493, Carpenters Union Local No. 756. Surviving wife Nellie; 4 daughters, Mrs. RoseMary Walsh, Cupertino, Calif.; Mrs. Mildred Nelson, City; Mrs. MaryAnn Gwin, Renton; Mrs. Georgean Gordon, City; 14 grandchildren; mother, Mrs. Emily Gesse, Calistoga, Calif.; 4 sisters, Mrs. Helen Talley, San Mateo, Calif.; Mrs. Lillian Waterhouse, Redwood City, Calif.; Mrs. Elsie Madias, Denver, Colorado; Mrs. Martha Boracker (sic), Seattle. Services Monday, May 13 at 1 pm at the Jones Funeral Home. Rev. David L. Bruner and officers of Williams Mathews Post No. 1585 VFW officiating. Interment Greenacres Memorial Park.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 12 May 1974) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GETGEN, Joseph Leroy, age 47 of Bellingham, passed away August 7, 1997 in Bellingham. He served with the Air Force in Vietnam; earned a degree in Computer Science at WWU and was currently Office Manager at The Chimney Sweep in Fairhaven. He was well known for his participation in many of the Fairhaven events. He is survived by his daughter, Jennifer Joe Getgen of PA; Mother, Dori Crisman; of Bellingham; Brother, Richard Getgen, of PA; two sisters, Harriett Avila of Wenatchee, WA and Carolyn Murdock of Jackson, FL. A Service of Remembrance will be held 11:00 a.m. on Friday, August 15, 1997, in the Jerns LeVeck Funeral Chapel. The arrangements and services are under the direction of the Jerns-Leveck Funeral Chapel and Crematorium of Bellingham.

GETSCHMANN, Laura, age 81 of 2334 9th St., Bremerton, passed away in Seattle, Dec. 24, 1984. She was born in Dakota in Oct. 26, 1903 and was raised in Blaine. At the time of her death, she had been a resident of Bremerton for many years. She was preceded in death by her husband, Bernhardt Getschmann in 1964. She had been a member of the Unity Church of Bremerton and was most noted for her cookbook "You Don't Know Me, But" which was published in Bremerton. She is survived by 1 son Bernhardt Getschmann Jr. and his wife Teri of San Francisco, Calif.; 1 daughter, Karen and her husband Murray Segal of Los Angeles, Calif.; 3 sisters, Katherine Valdason of Bellingham, Emily Reed and Alice Simonarson both of Lynden; 5 grandchildren; 1 great-grandchild; numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. Graveside services will be conducted Friday, Dec. 28, at 2 p.m. in Greenacres Memorial Park with Rev. Donald E. Walter officiating. Memorial services will be held in Bremerton Sat. Dec. 29. Arrangements by Miller Woodlawn, Bremerton. Local arrangements by Greenacres Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 28 Dec 1984) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GETTLE, Helen Lucille, age 94, a resident of Summit Place at Mt. Baker Care Center, Bellingham, went home to be with her Lord on February 21, 2000. Helen was born in Madison, WI, the oldest of 3 children, to August and Rebecca (Helgeson) Gerfen, on April 1, 1905. She was a graduate of East High School in Madison. She married Ted Gettle in 1925 and they had a son Richard and a daughter Marilyn. In 1948 they moved to Bellingham where they owned and operated the Ted's 99 restaurant for many years. In earlier days Helen was an avid bowler, golfer, and fisherwoman. She loved gardening and raising flowers of all kinds. She specialized in raising pansies, roses and African violets. She also loved sewing, knitting, crocheting and was skilled in the lost art of tatting. Up until her last few months she was tatting doilies for her friends and staff at Summit Place. She also was involved in making lap robes for nursing home patients and attended the senior crocheting club. Her hands were never idle. She was happiest when her family was all together. She was a loving mother to look up to and respect, a loving grandma, and "Great Granny." She poke her mind in wisdom and humor and was "always there" for her family in all situations. She attended Calvary Temple Church where she was active in women's ministries, making quilts and sewing bandages for missionary families. The past 4 years she attended Alger Valley Christian Center. Helen was a courageous woman as she journeyed through her illness for over 2 years. She is and will continue to be missed beyond words... but she is now at rest and has stepped over into Eternal Life. She is survived by her son Dick Gettle and wife Joyce of Lynnwood; daughter Marilyn Rasmussen and husband Jerry of Bellingham. Five grandchildren; Dave Oiness and wife Karen of Deming; Debbie Fixel and Lynn Gettle both of Everett; Ron Gettle and wife Diana of Arlington; and Tracy Marcelli and husband Phil of Bellingham. 8 great-grandchildren and 4 great-great-grandchildren. A sister-in-law, Orraine Gerfen and several nephews. She also had many younger women friends who called her "mom." Her parents, her husband Ted of 63 years, sister Dorothy and brother Art, 2 sons-in-law, Marv Oiness and Don Apeland, precede her in death. A Graveside service will be held at Greenacres Memorial Park Thursday, February 24, 2000 at 1 p.m. A Celebration of Life Memorial Service and fellowship time will follow the burial in Greenacres Funeral Home Chapel at 1:30. Pastors Jim Cannon and Jerry Rasmussen will be officiating at the services. The family wishes to thank the nurses and staff at Summit Place who gave such loving care to Helen and to the hospice staff and volunteers whose expertise was appreciated. A special thanks to Chaplain Ron Reddell, who ministered so faithfully and became a personal friend. Also thanks to the friends who visited her, sent cards, or brought flowers. God Bless You All!
(From The Bellingham Herald, 23 Feb 2000) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GETTLE, Robert B. "Bob" of Lummi Island, WA, passed away on Thursday, August 24, 2006, in Bellingham. He was 88, born in Tacoma on June 17, 1918. Commissioned as a Lieutenant, Bob served in the U.S. Navy for 4 years during WWII, stationed in Guam. He earned a B.A. from the Univ. of Washington. Before retiring, Bob was a regional manager in the oil industry. Bob loved fishing and took fishing trips to Alaska. He also loved hiking and hiked the Grand Canyon at age 75. He enjoyed living on Lummi Island, where he gardened and picked wild blackberries. Bob invested in the stock market as a hobby. He was a devoted husband to Mary, who preceded him in death. Bob is survived by his son Lance Gettle, daughter Pam Caldwell, and sister Gloria. A Graveside Service will be held at 1 p.m. on Monday, August 28th, at Greenacres Memorial Park Moles Family Funeral Home & Cremation Bayview Chapel-Bellingham.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 27 Aug 2006) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GETTLE, Ted L., former owner of Ted's 99 restaurant in Bellingham, Samish Way, died Thursday (March 24, 1988) in Bellingham. Mr. Gettle, 84, of 4915 Samish Way, was born May 4, 1903, in Edgerton, Wis. He moved to Bellingham in 1948. He operated Ted's 99 from 1948 until he retired in 1976. He was a member of Calvary Temple, Lake Padden Senior Men's Club, and Commonwealth F&AM Lodge No. 325 in Madison, Wis. Survivors include his wife Helen of the family home; a son Richard Gettle of Lynwood; a daughter Marilyn Apeland of Bellingham; five grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be at 1 p.m. Monday at Greenacres Memorial Park and Funeral Home with pastors Ernest Francis and Wayne Francis of Calvary Temple officiating. Arrangements are by Greenacres Memorial Park and Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 26 Mar 1988) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GETTY, Alicia, aged 85 years, passed away at the family home, 1003 17th St., Monday, November 1, (1943) following a lingering illness. Mrs. Getty had resided in Bellingham for the past 54 years and was a member of the Episcopal church. Surviving relatives include a daughter, Miss Mabelle G. Getty, at home; a son, Hardess J. Getty, of Portland, Ore.; also 2 grandchildren and 1 great-grandchild. The remains rest at the Bingham-Dahlquist Funeral Home where services will be conducted Thursday, November 4, at 3 p.m. by Cannon E. B. Smith. Interment in Bay View cemetery. Please omit flowers.

GETZ, Peggy Louise passed away Wednesday, May 10, 2006, at the age of 68. She was born January 30, 1938 in Touche, Washington. She was preceded in death by her father, Elmer Petrie, and son Perry Ferguson. She is survived by her mother, Margaret Petrie of California, daughter Loni Uchytil of Seattle, son Scott Getz of Ferndale, son Kurt Getz and wife Lisa of Bellingham, five grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. A private service will be held at Washington Memorial Park in Seattle at a later date.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 17 May 2006) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GETZIE, Thomas S. – Surrounded by his loving family, Tom passed away on November 6, (2006) at the age of 91 years. Predeceased by his dear Mae, he was the much loved Dad to Linda Williams (Jeff), Tom J. Getzie (Pat) and Kathy Evans (Don) and special Grandpa to Stephen Williams (Reda), Tom G. Getzie and Danielle Getzie (Harley). Born and raised in Jamestown, NY, he attended college at Michigan State and Niagara Universities and eventually settled in Niagara Falls, NY with Mae and his three children. There he began his career with the Hooker Chemical Company as a chemist and later was recruited for the start up of a new plant in North Vancouver, where he worked for many years in Production and Industrial Relations Management. After retirement, Tom and Mae enjoyed many wonderful years in Sudden Valley and Bellingham. Tom returned to live in North Vancouver earlier this year. Dad was a supremely honest, inquisitive, sweet and gentle hearted man who loved his family above all. He had a surprisingly mischievous sense of humour that was a delight for many to enjoy. We will miss him deeply. Memorial Mass on Tuesday, November 14 at 1:00, Holy Trinity Church, 2725 Lonsdale, North Vancouver, B.C. Reception to follow.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 12 Nov 2006) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GHOBRIAL, Naima, age 70, from San Diego, passed away in Bellingham on Thursday January 8, 2009. Private family funeral services will be held. Moles Family Funeral Homes Bayview Chapel Bellingham.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 9 Jan 2009) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GIACOLETTI, James E., age 57, passed away in his sleep Sept. 4, 2003. Son of John and Mary (Ghiosso) Giacoletti, he was born Sept. 15, 1945 in Los Angeles, CA. He retired from Intalco Aluminum. Preceded in death by both his parents, he is survived by two sons, John E. Giacoletti of Blaine and Steven E. Giacoletti of Bellingham. A surrogate grandfather to Robert and Chris Seffern, he will be missed by everyone who knew him. Graveside services will be held, Tues., Sept. 9, 2003, 2 p.m., Greenacres Moles Cemetery, 5700 Northwest Dr., Ferndale.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 7 Sep 2003) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GIARDE, Elsie - Bellingham resident Elsie Giarde died Friday, Jan. 8, 1993, at her home. She was 91. She was born Feb. 26, 1901, in Tower, Minn., to Ole and Clara Hugdahl. She graduated from Bellingham Normal School in 1920. She taught in Poulsbo until her marriage to Gilbert Giarde. Mrs. Giarde attended the Goshen Community Church and was a member of the Goshen Grange. She enjoyed gardening. She was preceded in death by her husband, Gilbert in 1968, her daughter Barbara Kincaid, and sister Alta Lee. Survivors include daughters, Beverly Odell and Virginia Richardson, both of Bellingham, Patricia Foot of Seattle, and Geraldine Graden of Ft. Bragg, Calif.; brother, Paul Hugdahl of Hemet, Calif.; 13 grandchildren, 15 great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. Arrangements by Jerns & LeVeck Funeral Chapel.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 9 Jan 1993) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GIARDE, George, born on county homestead - A celebration of life for George Giarde of Bellingham will be at 1 p.m. Tuesday at Greenacres Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Paul Beck officiating. Burial will follow in Greenacres Memorial Park. Mr. Giarde of 3095 Goshen Road died at home Friday, Sept. 29, 1995. He was 88. He was born Aug. 16, 1907, to Peter T. and Gina Langass Giarde on the family homestead on Goshen Road. Mr. Giarde graduated from Harmony High School, now Mount Baker High, in 1925. A dairy and berry farmer, he married Tena Slikker on Jan. 13, 1934, in Bellingham. A member of Goshen Grange for 50 years and of Happy Travelers Camper Club of Bellingham, Mr. Giarde enjoyed fishing and playing pool. A gardener, he donated produce to the Salvation Army, Lighthouse Mission and the Bellingham Senior Activity Center. Survivors include his wife; daughters Dorothy Royal of Marysville and Nancy Burke of Spokane; twin brother John Giarde of Bellingham; seven grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 1 Oct 1995) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GIARDE, Minnie M. - Visitation for Minnie Martinsen Giarde will be from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday and from 9:00 to 11 a.m. Wednesday in the Jerns Funeral Chapel in Bellingham. A graveside service will be held at 12:30 p.m. Wednesday at Ten Mile Cemetery. A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday in the Grace Baptist Fellowship Church, Lynden. Mrs. Giarde died Thursday, June 14, 2001, in her Bellingham home. She was 86. She was born Aug. 14, 1914, in Lynden to Henry and Magdalene Miller. She was an active member of the Goshen Community Church in Everson and was involved in ministries such as Child Evangelism Fellowship, Gideon's Auxiliary, Ten Mile Sunday School, St. John's Lutheran Church, and several mission organizations. She had a great love for children and spent much of her time in thinking of and serving others. Mrs. Giarde was preceded in death by her first husband, Raymond R. Martinsen, in 1952, and her second husband, John P. Giarde in 2000. She was also preceded in death by her sisters Margaret Carlson, Mary Robson and Ellen Miller. Survivors include sons, Carl Martinsen of Guatemala, Elvin Martinsen of Yakima, Paul Martinsen of Bellingham, Duane Martinson also of Bellingham, and Glen Martinsen of Marysville; daughters, Miriam Sap, Janet Rubenack, Linda Watkins, all of Bellingham and Esther Waldemar of Lynden; two stepsons, John Giarde Jr. of Bellingham and Daniel Giarde of Edmonds; 26 grandchildren; 21 great-grandchildren; sisters June Kaaland, Frieda Jordan, both of Bellingham, and Alma Gansler of Everson; brother Herman Miller of Everson and numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. Arrangements are by Jerns Funeral Chapel.

GIBB, Gladys F., 88, 229 N. State St., died Friday (April 6, 1984) in a local convalescent home. A lifetime Bellingham resident, she was born here on Feb. 14, 1896. She was one of the founders of the Bandage Club at St. Joseph Hospital during World War II. She was preceded in death by her husband, Earle, and is survived by a son, Dr. Robert Gibb, Bellingham; a daughter, Phyllis Holland, Ferndale; 12 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren, and a sister. Arrangements are pending at Westford Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 9 Apr 1984) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GIBBONS, Glenn E. - Visitation for Glenn E. Gibbons of Blaine will be 6 to 8 tonight. A funeral will be at 1 p.m. Wednesday at Jerns-McKinney Funeral Chapel with the Rev. Don Walter officiating. Ferndale Lodge No. 264 F&AM will assist. Burial will be in Enterprise Cemetery. Mr. Gibbons of 763 Cedar St. died Saturday, Oct. 19, 1994, in Bellingham. He was 71. Born Feb. 13, 1923 to Corneilous and Delilah Inez Jackson Gibbons in Hodgens, Okla., he married Virginia Lanford on June 13, 1943 in Leadville, Colo. Mr. Gibbons served as a demolition expert with the U.S. Marines from 1943-46 in Okinawa, Sipan and Guam. He worked with the U.S. Border Patrol and retired from the U.S. Immigration Service as a supervisory immigration inspector. Survivors include his wife of the family home; son Gary Edward Gibbons of Ferndale; daughter Gail Ann Shriner of Webster, Mass.; three grandchildren; two great-grandchildren, and numerous other relatives.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 1 Nov 1994) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GIBBS, Betty, 67, was born 3/24/37 in Arlington. She passed away 11/23/04, in Renton. Survived by husband John Gary Gibbs of Renton, sons Brad Gibbs of Bellingham, Jeff (Tracy) Gibbs of Renton, Randy (Mary) Gibbs of Enumclaw, and Cory Gibbs of Portland; three grandchildren and four sisters. Graveside Services 12/3 at 1:00 p.m. at Greenacres Cemetery.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 1 Dec 2004) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GIBBS, Clarice G., of Birch Bay, died Tuesday (Aug. 27, 1985) at a Bellingham nursing home. Mrs. Gibbs, an accomplished artist and musician, was born in Birmingham, England. She and her husband, Reo L. Gibbs, came to Birch Bay 16 years ago after living for 15 years in Everett. At Birch Bay, they lived at Skeena Way. While living in Vancouver, B.C., for 25 years, Mrs. Gibbs taught piano, organ and voice, and served as choir leader in a church there. She also continued with painting, for which she was trained in England, and had a number of her works shown in U.S., Canadian and European galleries. Surviving, in addition to her husband, are two daughters in British Columbia; several step-daughters and step-sons; and many grandchildren. Cremation is planned. Private memorial services will be in Kamloops, B.C.

GIBBS, Fr. John William, of Bellingham, WA, died Thursday November 24, 2005 in Bellingham. Fr. John was born in Montreal, Quebec, Canada on May 22, 1936 to William and Ailsa (McFetridge) Gibbs. Fr. John graduated from California State College and obtained his master's degree at Seabury Western Theological Seminary in 1978. Fr. John had been a pastor in Olympia, WA until he moved to Bellingham and became rector of St. Paul's Episcopal Church for 12-1/2 years, retiring in January 2001. During John's retirement he served as vicar at Christ Episcopal Church in Blaine. He served with the U.S. Navy for 26 years retiring as a Commander. Survived by his loving wife, Sally, whom he married in Lacey, WA on December 8, 1985, and daughter, Mandi and husband CPO Greg Alden of Oak Harbor, WA; and his two grandsons, Jacob and Thomas. A funeral mass will be celebrated 2 p.m. Thursday December 1, 2005 at St. Paul's Episcopal Church.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 27 Nov 2005) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GIBBS, Leo - On May 11, 2003, Leo Gibbs of Lynden and formerly of Boise, Idaho transitioned peacefully to be with his Lord in eternal celebration. Visitation hours will be from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, May 17, at Gillies Funeral Home in Lynden. Memorial services will be conducted on Saturday, May 17, at 3:00 p.m. in Faith Community Church, 586 Birch Bay Lynden Road, with Pastor Tim Johnson and Pastor Don Gibbs officiating. Private burial will precede in Ten Mile Cemetery.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 15 May 2003) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GIBBS, Norman W., age 77, of 3497 Cedarville Rd., passed away Wed., May 24, 1978. He is the owner of Gibbs Garage for the past 50 years. Survived by his wife Ruth M.; 3 sons, Rev. Norman Gibbs, Ascutney, Vermont; John Gary Gibbs of Renton; and James Gibbs of city. 5 grandsons and 1 granddaughter, 2 brothers, Melvin Gibbs of Victoria, B.C., Stanley Gibbs of Vancouver, B.C., 2 sisters, Mrs. Dorothy O'Neill of Victoria, B.C. and Mrs. Meta Radford, Alberta, Canada. Many nephews, nieces and other relatives. Funeral services are Friday, May 26 at 11 a.m. within the Chapel of the Westford Funeral Home. Interment Greenacres.
(From The Bellingham Herald (WA) 25 May 1978) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GIBBS, Ruth Mary - A graveside service for Ruth Mary Gibbs of Renton, formerly of Whatcom County, will be at 1 p.m. Tuesday in Greenacres Memorial Park near Ferndale. Mrs. Gibbs died Wednesday, May 30, 2001, in Renton. She was 94. Born Oct. 17, 1906, in Green Bay, Wisc., she lived in Cedarville near Nugents Corner for more than 80 years. She was an avid gardener and photographer. Her husband, Norman W. Gibbs, died in 1977. Her son Norman Wesley Gibbs and sister Marie also died previously. Survivors include sons James Wilson Gibbs of Bellingham and John Gary Gibbs of Renton and seven grandchildren. Arrangements are by Greenacres Funeral Home near Ferndale.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 2 Jun 2001) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GIBSON, Muriel Geraldine LaClair - Evening prayer services for Muriel Geraldine "Geri" LaClair Gibson, 34, 3221 Balch Road, will be held at 6:30 p.m. today at Moles Funeral Home. Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10 a.m. Friday at St. Joachims Catholic Church, with the Rev. Jack Buckalew officiating. Burial will be in Lummi Reservation Cemetery. Mrs. Gibson died Tuesday (April 9, 1985). She was born Dec. 27, 1950 in Bellingham, and was a lifelong resident of Whatcom County. She was a member of St. Joachim's Catholic Church. Survivors include her husband Roy; her mother Helen M. LaClair of the Lummi Reservation; her stepfather, Henry Charles of Everson; nine brothers, La Vander LaClair, Cyril J. LaClair, William F. LaClair, Edward C. LaClair, Bernard W. LaClair, Joseph L. LaClair, Wilfred E. LaClair, Wilbert P. LaClair and Irving W. Johnnie Jr., all of Whatcom County; four sisters, Yvonne T. Lane, Edith M. Simmonds, Erma I. LaClair and Lucy H. Plaster, all of Whatcom County; a great aunt, Lucy Handyside of the Lummi Reservation; and an uncle, Francis Lane of Everson.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 11 Apr 1985) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GIBBS, Norma - Her life began on a Montana homestead in the days of horses and buggies and continued with an exciting and adventurous life in Montana, Idaho and Washington with her husband of 65 years, Leo Gibbs. Leo blaze a trail to Heaven on Mother's Day 2003 and Norma followed on October 28, 2004. Jesus was not a mere religious "term" to her; He was her very life force. Her favorite hymn was "All That Thrills My Soul Is Jesus". Norma's strengths were loving kindness, a gentle spirit, quiet solidity and above all, a wide margin of patience. Her beauty and graceful demeanor were embodied within the core of her being and expressed in her beautiful paintings.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 31 Oct 31, 2004) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GIBSON, Coralie Ames, age 79, of 1715 F St., Bellingham, passed away Friday, Nov. 11, 1988. She was born March 10, 1909 in Bellingham, WA and lived most of her life in B'ham except 30 years in Carlin, Nevada while her husband served as Railroad Engineer. She was preceded in death by her husband, Donald Gibson. Mrs. Gibson was a substaining (sic) member of the Democratic National Committee since 1984. She is survived by 2 nieces, Joan Roberts and husband William of Phoeniz, AZ, Jean Martin and husband Dan of San Anselmo, CA; 1 nephew, James Wharton and wife Sarah of Livermore, CA; and other distant relatives. Private family graveside service will be held Tuesday, Nov. 15, 1988 at Greenacres Memorial Park. Arrangements are by Greenacres Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 14 Nov 1988) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GIBSON, Earl A. - After a short illness, "Gibby" Earl A. Gibson, age 90, passed away in Bellingham on September 27, 2012. Gibby was born on May 10, 1922 in Baird, TX to Gabe and Lula Gibson. Gibby and his family moved to the Los Angeles area in 1927. In June of 1942 he was married to Bernice Ann Freeman, and they had one son. Gibby volunteered for the Army Air Corp and served in both Europe and Asia from 1942 to 1945. After the Army, Gibby went to work for Mobil Oil Corp. in Torrance, CA where he worked from 1947 to 1954 when he transferred to the Ferndale refinery. He and his family lived in Ferndale from 1954 until 2009. Gibby retired from the refinery in 1983. In 2009 he moved to St. Francis in Bellingham. His family would like to thank his friends, the staff at St. Francis, for the love, care, and honorable way he was treated during his stay at this wonderful facility. Gibby is preceded in death by his wife, Bernice, sisters, Rita and Ester Gibson, and a grandson, Toby Gibson. No services are planned at this time. Gibby's family would like to thank Moles Farewell Tributes for the care they have provided during this time. Moles Farewell Tributes Main St. Ferndale.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 4 Oct 2012) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GIBSON, William - A funeral for William "Bill" Gibson of Bellingham will be at 1 p.m. Friday at Jones-Moles Funeral Home. Burial will be in Bayview Cemetery. Mr. Gibson died Friday, Dec. 27, 1996. He was 95. Born June 8, 1901, to George and Elizabeth Everitt Gibson in Whatcom County, he was a lifelong county resident. Mr. Gibson retired as a custodian for the Bellingham School District in 1966. He enjoyed gardening, reading and talking about Bellingham history. Survivors include his wife, Loma; daughters Barbara Gibson and Norma Acalin, both of Bellingham; two grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren.

GIENGER, Adam, age 76, passed away Tuesday, November 11, (1947) at the family home in Lynden following a lingering illness. He was a member of the Glendale Mennonite Church. Surviving are the widow, Magdalena, at home; one sister, Mrs. George Roth, Sutton, Nebraska; seven daughters, Mrs. Ed Harter, Mrs. Ted Carbort, Mrs. Roy Remin, all of Alberta, Canada; Mrs. Bill Dowhanuck, Lynden, Mrs. Arthur Wittenberg, Mrs. Earl Vogt, Route 1, Blaine, Mrs. Arthur Hawkinson, Bellingham; five sons, Rheinhold, Alberta, Canada, Edward, Route 1, Lynden, Albert, Route 1, Ferndale, Ernest, Smith road, and Elias, Bellingham. Funeral services will be conducted Saturday, November 15, at 1:30 p.m. from the Glendale Mennonite Church, Rev. Ferd Koehn officiating. Burial at Woodlawn Cemetery, under the direction of the Gillies Funeral Home in Lynden.

GIENGER, Elias died peacefully at home, surrounded by his family, on Thursday, February 26, 2009. He was 81, born July 14, 1927 in Alberta, Canada to Adam and Magdalena (Bender) Gienger. Elias graduated from Meridian High School. He married Nada Gienger, who preceded him in death in 1992. In 1994, he married D. Joyce Erickson. He was a retired member of Iron Workers Local 86. Elias enjoyed fishing, hunting, and gardening. Elias was preceded in death by his step-son Stan Erickson in 1997; son-in-law Dan Woods in 2008; and numerous brothers and sisters. He is survived by his wife Joyce; daughters, Pam Woods, Vickie Haug (Mike), Judy Bozarth; step-daughters, Nadean Meyer (Bill), Meg Brotnov (Mort); Sharon Posey; step-son Harvey Erickson (Mary); brother Albert Gienger; sister Margie Hawkinson; step-daughter-in-law Lori Erickson; 6 grandchildren; 12 step-grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. Graveside services will be held Wednesday, March 4th at 11:00 a.m.in Greenacres Memorial Park with Pastor Carol Daniel of Hillcrest Chapel officiating. Moles Family Funeral Homes & Crematory Bayview Chapel – Bellingham.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 1 Mar 2009) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GIENGER, Ernest F. - Funeral services for Ernest F. Gienger, 56 of Ferndale will be held at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday in Moles Funeral Home. Burial will be in Greenacres Memorial Park. Mr. Gienger died Friday (April 27, 1973). He had been a resident of Whatcom County about 8 years and had previously lived in Everett 18 years. He was an employe at Wallace Poultry. Survivors include the wife Juanita of Seattle; one daughter, Mrs. Sharon Kaufman of Seattle; five sisters, Mrs. Frieda Dowhanuick of Burlington, Mrs. Margie Hawkinson of Bellingham, Mrs. Maggie Whittenberg of Ferndale, Mrs. Millie Vogt of Blaine, Mrs. Esther Remin of Edmonton, Alberta; two brothers, Albert of Blaine; Elias of Bellingham; two granddaughters.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 29 Apr 1973) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GIENGER, Nada N., age 64, of 2424 Spruce St., Bellingham, passed away Saturday, Sept. 26, 1992, after a courageous fight against cancer. She was born July 6, 1928 in Bellingham to Charles and Georgia Ryason and was a lifetime resident. Mrs. Gienger enjoyed fishing and many other outdoor activities. She married Elias "Ally" Gienger June 15, 1946 in Bellingham and was a homemaker. Survived by her husband, Elias "Ally" Gienger of Bellingham, 3 daughters, Pam and husband Dan Woods of Ferndale, Vickie and husband Mike Haug of Bellingham, Judy Conover of Ferndale; 9 grandchildren; 2 great grandchildren; and numerous relatives and friends. Private family graveside service will be at Greenacres Memorial Park. Open House in remembrance of Nada for family and friends will be Thursday Oct. 1, 1-5 p.m. at the home of Vickie and Mike Haug. Arrangements by Greenacres Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 30 Sep 1992) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GIENGER, Rose - Surrounded by family, Rose (Walker) Gienger, age 89, went home to be with her Lord on Sunday, October 30, 2005. At the time of her death, she was a resident at The Christian Health Care Center in Lynden. Her family is so grateful for the loving care and compassion the staff at CHCC demonstrated the final 18 months of her life. Rose was born on August 25, 1916, to Wilhelm and Dorothea Walker in Buffalo Head, Saskatchewan, Canada, the fourth of ten children. She married Ryan Gienger on October 19, 1936, in Lloydminster, Alberta, Canada. They farmed near Vegreville, Alberta, and their first three children were born there. Their fourth child was born after the Giengers moved to Lynden on November 6, 1948. The central part of Rose's life was family, whether it be her own or the extended family of the neighborhood in which she lived. Young people were attracted to her as she so generously gave of her time, resources, and most of all herself. She was also very active in the Lynden Assembly of God Church. She served as a Sunday School teacher and was a blessing to the children in her classes. Rose was a mother and homemaker first, but she also worked outside the home on a seasonal basis at a cannery in Lynden and as a field boss for Boerhave Berry Farms. In June, 1959, she lost her beloved Ryan in a tragic accident while constructing Baker Dam and then took a position in the housekeeping department at St. Luke's Hospital. She worked hard at everything she did and touched the lives of many people in the process. Rose enjoyed cooking and baking, and her kitchen always emitted a sweet aroma. She welcomed extended family and friends into her home and cared for them as if they were her own. Rose had a passion for reading and enjoyed sharing her books with others. She also had a love for gardening and kept her yard tidy and colorful. She truly was a "Rose" in the bouquet of life. Rose was preceded in death by her parents; three brothers, Ed, Ted and Al Walker; two sisters, Lydia Newsted and Alvina Flaig; her husband Ryan and son Marv. She is survived by her son Ron (Ione) Gienger; daughters Gail (Gary) Hall and Cheryl (Dwight) Davis, all of Lynden; brothers Chris and Bill (Lil) Walker of Salmon Arm, B.C., Canada; and sister Vi Harrison of Victoria, B.C., Canada. She also had nine grandchildren, four great-grandchildren and numerous other relatives. Graveside services will be conducted on Monday, November 7 at 10 a.m. in Greenacres Memorial Park followed by funeral services at 11 a.m. in Word of Life Church, Lynden, with Rev. John Hagebush officiating.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 6 Nov 2005) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GIESECKE, Dorothy Arnold, age 78, of 353 Cove Road, Bellingham, passed away Tues., Feb. 11, 1997, at her home. She was born Oct. 10, 1918, in New York City, NY to Robert and Beatrice (Armijo) Arnold and has been a Whatcom County resident since 1970. She was a member of St. Paul's Episcopal Church; St. Paul's Chancel Guild; P.E.O.; A.A.U.W.; Aftermath Club; Bellingham Music Club; Fairhaven Lady Lions; Bellingham Land Cruisers; Amy Fegley Bridge Group; Whatcom Museum Docents; Soroptimist International; and YWCA where she was a past president of the board and past interim director. She was the first Executive Director of Whatcom County Planned Parenthood, from which she retired in 1977. During WWII, she served as a Red Cross service club director in the Pacific. After the war, she served successively as associate director of personnel at Antioch College; SW Regional Director of student YWCA; Administrative Assistant for C.A.R.E. in Rome, Italy; and Interim Director of Norfolk, Virginia YWCA. From 1954 to 1970, she was Director of Vocational Guidance at Goucher College in Towson, MD. She married Ray H. Giesecke in 1970 in Towson, MD and then moved to Bellingham. She volunteered and became director of Whatcom County Planned Parenthood in April of 1971. She is survived by her husband, Ray H. Giesecke of the family home; step-sons Michael Giesecke and wife Beverly of Florida and Gary Giesecke of Bellingham; step-daughter, Ann Walker & husband Jim of Snohomish, WA; and step-grandchildren, Benjamin, Emily, and Amy Walker. Preceded in death by parents and sister, Ethel Brady. A funeral service will be held Fri., Feb. 14, 10:00 a.m. at St. Paul's Episcopal Church, 2117 Walnut St., Bellingham with the Reverend John Gibbs officiating. Burial will be at Greenacres Memorial Park. Greenacres Funeral Home.

GIFFORD, Robert W. - No service is planned for Robert "Bob" W. Gifford, 85, of 3415 Meridian St. Mr. Gifford died Monday (Oct. 28, 1991) at home. He was born Feb. 25, 1906. He was a lifetime Bellingham resident and a World War II veteran. Survivors include his wife, the former Imogene Hodges, of the family home; stepdaughter, Anne Noteboom; two step-grandchildren; and several cousins. Arrangements are by Jones-Moles Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 30 Oct 1991) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GIGER, Dorothy - A graveside service for Dorothy Elba Giger will be at 3 p.m. Tuesday at Greenacres Memorial Park with the Rev. Mamie Kunkel officiating. Mrs. Giger, 91, died Friday, March 29, 1996 at Bellingham Health Care & Rehabilitation Services. A native of Bellingham, she was born Nov. 9, 1904, the only child of Alva and Mary Sinks. She married Edwin Giger in Bellingham on Dec. 15, 1925. Mrs. Giger belonged to the Teamsters union while she worked at a cannery. A 20-year resident of Lincoln Square, she was a member of Calvary Temple. She enjoyed her family, friends, knitting, dogs and gardening. She was preceded in death by her husband in 1973 and by a grandson, Steven Giger, in 1969. Survivors include sons Robert Giger of Everett and Wesley Giger of Bellingham, eight grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild. Arrangements by Jones-Moles Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 31 Mar 1996) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GILBERT, Anna C. - Graveside service for Anna C. Gilbert, 98, of 1509 E. Victor St., will be at 1 p.m. Wednesday at Enterprise Cemetery with the Rev. Dennis Anderson of Central Lutheran Church officiating. Mrs. Gilbert died Saturday (Aug. 4, 1990) in Bellingham. She was born Sept. 30, 1891, in Fairhaven, and lived in Whatcom County all her life. Mrs. Gilbert was a member of Carpenter's Union Local 198 Auxiliary and Bellingham Senior Center. Survivors include numerous nieces and nephews and grand- and great-grandnieces and nephews. Arrangements are by Jones Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 7 Aug 1990) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GILBERT, Beverly A. – Services for Beverly Ann (McManus) Gilbert of Bellingham will be planned at a later date by family members. Mrs. Gilbert died of cancer Friday, Dec. 31, 1999 at St. Francis Extended Health Care. She was 70. Born May 23, 1929 in McVille, ND, she had been a local resident since 1987. Mrs. Gilbert graduated from Raymond High School in southwest Washington in 1947. On Oct. 4, 1948, she married Arthur Horace Gilbert in Raymond. He died in 1974. Mrs. Gilbert worked as a clerk at 7-Eleven Store on Lakeway Drive. She was a member of South Bend Eagles. Her hobbies included sewing, crossword puzzles and watching television. He son David Gilbert preceded her in death. Survivors include daughters Mary Dubuc of Ferndale and Susan Byers of Kodiak, Alaska; sons Tony Gilbert of Federal Way and John Gilbert of Kodiak; 10 grandchildren; one great-grandchild; and many nieces and nephews. Arrangements are by Whatcom Cremation Association.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 5 Jan 2000) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GILBERT, Dora, 2400 Samish Way, died Saturday (March 29, 1980) at the age of 94. She was born July 24, 1885, in Kansas. She was a member of the Seventh-day Adventist Church and active in the Dorcas Society. She is survived by one son Howard of Anaheim, California; four daughters Mrs. Roselia Altman of city; Mrs. Delia Robenburger (sic) of Anacortes; Mrs. Dorothy Martin of city; Mrs. Betty Eros of Olympia; brother Alfred Erickson of Denver, Colorado; 17 grandchildren, 27 great-grandchildren and one brother. Graveside services are to be held at 1 p.m. Friday at Greenacres Memorial Park. Arrangements are being handled by Jones Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald 31 Mar 1980) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GILBERT, Dora S., age 82 years, beloved mother of Mr. Floyd Gilbert, city, and Mr. Ward Gilbert, of Everson, passed away at the home of her son, Floyd, 3011 Alderwood Avenue, Sunday morning, November 7, (1937) after several months' illness. Mrs. Gilbert had resided in Bellingham for the past two years and was a member of the Baptist Church at Ferndale, Wash. Surviving besides her sons are three grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. The remains are resting at the Bingham-Dahlquist Funeral Home, 210 Prospect Street. Services will be held Wednesday afternoon, November 10, at 2 o'clock with Rev. Earl H. Fife, pastor of the Christian Church officiating. Interment will be made in the family plot in the Enterprise Cemetery.

GILBERT, Gerald S. - Funeral services for Gerald S. "Bud" Gilbert, 2136 Iron St., will be at 11 a.m. Friday at the Westford Funeral Home chapel, with the Rev. Dick Talley officiating. The body will be cremated. Mr. Gilbert, 68, died at his home Monday (May 19, 1986). He was born in Clear Lake on Feb. 15, 1918 and had been a resident of Whatcom County for 40 years. Mr. Gilbert was a retired machinist and a retired machinist instructor at Bellingham Vocational Technical Institute. He was also a member of the Elks Lodge No. 194. Survivors include his wife Polly of the family home; two sons, Gary of Everett and Dennis of Seattle; his mother, Hazel Gilbert of Mount Lake Terrace; one brother Richard of Selah; three sisters, Dr. Murial Amyes of Corona Del Mar, Calif.; Carol Pyke of Grand Terrace, Calif.; and Phyllis Jaussaud of Lynnwood; two grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 21 May 1986) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GILBERT, Gordon D. - Visitation for Gordon "Bud" D. Gilbert will be from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Thursday at Moles Funeral Home, followed immediately by a funeral. Burial will follow in Greenacres Memorial Park. Mr. Gilbert died Friday, May 7, 1999 at Stafholt Good Samaritan Center. He was 85. He was born April 19, 1914 to Charles M. and Nora Weber Gilbert in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. In 1933, he married Ruth Christie in Bellingham. He retired from Boeing Space Development Center in Kent after 35 years of service and enjoyed camping, fishing and hunting. Survivors include his wife of Custer; sons Ronald Gilbert of Portland, Ore; Kenneth Gilbert of Custer and Gerald Gilbert of Kent; 11 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; and many other relatives.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 11 May 1999) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GILBERT, Iris L. of 8050 Stein Road, Custer, died Monday, Feb. 15, 1993. She was 89. Graveside services will be held at 1 p.m. Monday at Woodlawn Cemetery with the Rev. Dennis Wildermuth officiating. Born Aug. 23, 1903 in Casper, Wyo., she was a Whatcom County resident for 69 years. She worked for Kale Canning Company in Everson for 40 years, and was a member of United Teamsters Local No. 231 in Bellingham. She also enjoyed sewing and cooking. Survivors include brothers Curtis Gilbert and Gordon Gilbert, both of Custer; and numerous nieces and nephews. Arrangements by Moles Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 18 Feb 1993) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GILBERTSON, Sofia passed away in Bellingham on Sunday, March 2, 2008. She was 100, born October 3, 1907 in Glenwood, Minnesota. Private family services will be held. Moles Greenacres Funeral Home, Memorial Park, and On-site Crematory.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 4 Mar 2008) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GILDAY, Jennie F., 2629 Park St., age 88, passed away Thursday, May 30, (1974). A 48 year resident, Mrs. Gilday was a member of the Garden Street Methodist Church and the American Legion Auxiliary. Surviving are her daughter-in-law, Mrs. Betty Gilday, City; 3 grandchildren, Mrs. Julianne Collier, Laurel, Maryland; Jayme Gilday, LaConner, Wn.;, Kirk Gilday, Yakima, Wn.; 2 great-grandchildren, Erin Collier and Jayme Gilday; 1 sister, Mrs. Louise Daniels, Everett; 3 brothers, Ed R. Olson, Vashon Island; Fred and Art Olson both of this city. Services will be conducted by Rev. Oscar Olsen Monday, June 3 at 1 p.m. at Greenacres Memorial Park under the direction of the Jones Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 2 Jun 1974) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GILDERSLEEVE, Thelma (Sperry), age 77, formerly of Bellevue, WA, died Tuesday, April 25, 1995 at Mt. Baker Care Center, Bellingham, WA. She was born August 27, 1917 to Isabella and George Sperry in the family home on 21st Street, Bellingham. Preceded in death by her husband, Clyde W. Gildersleeve and two brothers George L. and Leonard C. Sperry. Survived by brothers Raymond L. and wife Marion Sperry of Marysville, WA; sister-in-law, Marian F. Sperry of Bellingham; aunts, Faye Burnette of Florida and Ruby Bradley of Seattle, WA; many nieces and nephews; cousins, Virginia Chappo of Portland, OR, Eleanor Cederland and Robert Bradley, both of Seattle and Alice Boyes of Florida. Mrs. Gildersleeve graduated from Whatcom High School in Bellingham in 1935, a graduate of Nurses Training at St. Lukes Hospital, Bellingham, 1935-1938 and then she moved to Seattle. She continued her higher Education at Pacific Lutheran College, Seattle and the University of Texas, finishing at the University of Washington with a B.S. degree in Public Health. She worked in Public Health, doctor offices and finished her career at Swedish Hospital in Seattle. Mrs. Gildersleeve entered the Army Nurses Corps on April 1, 1941 and served in the South Pacific. Discharged on Feb. 14, 1975 and was an active member of the Army Reserve retiring in 1977 with the rank of Major. She was an active member of the Gold Star Wives in Seattle, and had volunteered at the V.A. Hospital in Seattle. Member and deacon of Bellevue Presbyterian Church. She enjoyed her church work in fulfilling many different positions and was a faithful attendant until her illness in Jan 1991. She enjoyed her many pets and was able to travel to many different parts of the world. Funeral Services will be Monday, May 1, 1995, 1 p.m. at Greenacres Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Harlow Willard of Bellevue Presbyterian Church officiating. Burial Greenacres Memorial Park.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 30 Apr 1995) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GILE, Donald Lee was born Sept. 7, 1931, in Scobey, Montana, to Clyde and Evelyn Gile. He left this Earth peacefully after a long illness in Bellingham, WA, on Sept. 11, 2005. Don is survived by his wife of 32 years, Velda Mary (Stone) Gile of Ferndale, WA, and brother Larry Gile of Torrance, CA. Don was preceded in death by both of his parents, Clyde and Evelyn Gile, son Lee Gile and step-son Bruce Altman. He leaves behind daughters Elene of California; Angelee Holtrop Altman of Birch Bay, WA; Cheryle Souza of Virginia Beach, VA; Denise (Fritz) Kamschulte of Ferndale, WA; Vicki (Charles) Chapman of San Pedro, CA; and son Frank (Kathy) Worland of Custer, WA. Don leaves 22 grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren and many other family and friends. Don retired from the Boilermaker's and United Steelworker's Union in 1995. He worked for Reinke's Fabrication for 11 years and then for Haskell Corp until his retirement. He was an active member of Ten Mile Grange for 31 years and served as Master for three years. He was also an Elks Lodge member. Don loved his family and was a faithful and devoted husband. He and his wife Velda enjoyed camping and taking his grandchildren fishing. He was a hard worker and taught his children the value of a dollar. Don loved the outdoors and was always bringing new flowers and plants home and kept a beautiful yard and garden. He was proud of his grapes, kiwi, and walnut trees. Don and Velda bowled in leagues at Mt. Baker Lanes for many years, and loved to go dancing together. After Don's retirement, he enjoyed making family albums of pictures on his computer and taping movies for his grandchildren. He loved working with wood and building things. Don will be sorely missed by his family and friends. A graveside service will be held at Saxon Cemetery Saturday, Sept. 24.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 18 Sep 2005) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GILES, Roy Charles, M.D., known simply as Doc to many, of Ferndale, passed away at his home on May 8, 2007 at the age of 82. Born of working class parents on May 14, 1924 in Grays, Essex, England, he was always a fighter. He served in the RAD in WWII as a Spitfire pilot, and at the end of the war battled against the British class system to become a doctor. Highly principled, ethical and motivated, he came to the USA in 1963 where he embraced the culture and participated as a true American, defending the Constitution and fighting for the liberty of the American people. He facilitated people to achieve where all else would be lost. He was a former past President of the Washington State Society of Anesthesiologists and was loved and admired by many and respected by even more. He is survived by 5 children, 7 grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren and 3 sisters. No memorial service is planned.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 31 May 2007) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GILFILEN, Dwight - A memorial service for Dwight A. Gilfilen of Bellingham will begin at 2 p.m. Monday in the chapel at Greenacres Funeral Home in Ferndale, with the Rev. Al Currier officiating. Inurnment will be at Greenacres Memorial Park in Ferndale. Mr. Gilfilen died Wednesday, Dec. 8, 1999 at his home. He was 79. Born May 5, 1920 to Arnold and Olive (Brosseau) Gilfilen in Bellingham, he had been a lifetime Whatcom County resident. He graduated from Bellingham High School in 1938. Mr. Gilfilen served in the U.S. Army in the European Theater during World War II. On Oct. 18, 1952, he married Shirley Childs. Mr. Gilfilen retired from Georgia-Pacific West Inc after serving 34 years as a millwright in the steam plant. Survivors include his wife of the family home; son Michael Carlson of Arlington; daughter Judy DeKeyser of Bothell; sister Virginia Durham of Portland, Ore.; three grandchildren; two nephews; and many other relatives.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 10 Dec 1999) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GILFILEN, Shirley of Bellingham, WA, passed away on Tuesday, October 12, 2004, in Shipshewana, Indiana. She was 76, born December 12, 1927, in Bellingham, to Grace (Poyser) and Ray Childs. Shirley married Dwight A. Gilfilen on October 18, 1952, in Bellingham. He preceded her in death on December 8, 1999. She was also preceded in death by her brother Vernon Childs of CA. For several years, she was employed by J.C. Penney and F.W. Woolworth in Bellingham. Shirley enjoyed traveling and caring for her garden and yard. She is survived by her sister Doris Dunkle, brother Harold and wife Dottie Childs, all of Bellingham; nephews Don and wife Penny Childs of Wasilla, AK, and Steven and wife Michelle Childs of Bellingham; and numerous other relatives. At Shirley's request, there will be no services held. A family gathering will be held at a later date.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 16 Oct 2004) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GILHOUSEN, James H. - Funeral services for James H. Gilhousen, 86, 713 Texas St., will be held at 11 a. m. Monday in Bingham and Jerns Funeral Home. Mr. Gilhousen, a Bellingham resident since 1919, died Wednesday (March 1, 1961) after a long illness. He was a member of Fairhaven Townsend Club No. 16. He is survived by the wife, Emma; a son, Alvin, in Bellingham; a brother, Walter, in Anacortes, and numerous nieces and nephews. Elder Charles Ward of the Reorganized Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints will conduct the services. Burial will be in Greenacres Memorial Park.
(From The Bellingham Herald, March 3, 1916) Submitted by John-Mark Gilhousen

GILHOUSEN, William Henry, aged 87 years, passed away at the home of Mr. and Mrs. John Ferry of the Maple Falls district, Monday, June 2, (1941) after a lingering illness. Mr. Gilhousen had resided in Whatcom county for the past 27 years and leaves to survive two sons and one daughter, Harry, of Bellingham, and Walter, of Anacortes, and Mrs. H. Jacobus, of Maple Falls; also nine grandchildren and seven great grandchildren. The remains rest at the Bingham-Dahlquist Funeral Home where funeral services will be held Wednesday afternoon, June 4, at 1:00 o'clock, with Rev. Alfred Goodwin, pastor of the Silver Beach Community church, officiating. Interment will be made in Greenacres Memorial Park.
(From The Bellingham Herald, June 3, 1941) Submitted by John-Mark Gilhousen.

GILIAM, William - Lynden resident, William Giliam, age 87, died Saturday, October 25, 2008 at St. Joseph Hospital in Bellingham. Funeral arrangements are pending with Gillies Funeral Home and Cremation Services of Lynden
(From The Bellingham Herald, 28 Oct 2008) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GILL, Douglas M. - Memorial Funeral Services for Douglas M. Gill of Bellingham, will be at 2:00 p.m. today at New Life Fellowship Church, 810 East Pole Rd., with Pastor Ron Slater officiating. Private burial will precede in Greenwood Cemetery. Mr. Gill died at his home on Tuesday, November 11, (1997). He was 59. The son of Morgan Maurine (Shaw) Gill, Doug was born in Long Beach, CA on January 24, 1938. He grew up in California and moved to Whatcom County in 1967. He served for more than twelve years in the U.S. Navy as a parachute rigger and survival instructor. For twenty three years he worked for the Whatcom County Sheriff's Office and held the position as undersheriff at the time of his retirement. He was Director of Public Safety at Western Washington University at the time of his death. A graduate of FBI National Academy, Doug also earned an Associates Arts and Science Degree in Law Enforcement from Whatcom Community College and also attended Western. He served on the county's Charter Review Commission in 1985 and as a former member of the Whatcom County Search and Rescue Council; the Delta Volunteer Fire Dept; Bellingham Elks and Veterans of Foreign Wars. He enjoyed mountain climbing and skydiving. He is survived at home by his wife of eleven years, Linda; daughter Maruine Tranter of Garden Grove, CA; step-daughter Michelle Moon of Bellingham; sister Sheila Malone of Ventura, CA and granddaughters Erin Lopez and Megan Tranter in California. Services are under the care of Gillies Funeral Home & Cremation Services of Lynden.

GILL, Doyle - Memorial services for Doyle Gill, 82, of 1123 N. Garden St., will be Monday at Greenacres Funeral Home with the officers of Elks Lodge No 194 officiating. Mr. Gill died at his home on Thursday (Jan. 10, 1991). He was born July 24, 1908, in Lynden to Lloyd and Maud Gill. He was a lifetime resident of Whatcom County. Mr. Gill was a past member of Bellingham Aerie No. 31, F.O.E., the Bellingham Elks Lodge 194, where he served as chaplain from 1956 to 1964 and sang in the Elks Quartet. He was an honorary life member of Albert J. Hamilton Post No. 7, the American Legion, the William Mathews Post No. 1585, and Veterans of Foreign Wars. Mr. Gill served in the Army from 1942 to 1945. He received the European African Middle Eastern Service Medal Meritorious Award and American Theater Service Medal, the Good Conduct Medal, and the Victory Medal. Mr. Gill served as a medical technician, completing the Med Tech Psychoneurosis School. He served at Normandy, Northern France and in Rhineland, Central Europe. Mr. Gill landed 17 days after the D-Day invasion in Normandy. A daughter, Bobbie Viereck, has died. Survivors include his wife Lucille of the family home; stepsons Gomer Owens and John L. Owens of Bellingham; step-daughters Betty Ukiah of California and Judy Moline of Laguna, Calif.; a sister, Eva Skinner of Vancouver, Wash.; and numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Arrangements are by Greenacres Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 13 Jan 1991) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GILL, Florence Jean - No services will be held for F. Jean (White) Gill of Everson. Burial will be in Nooksack Cemetery. Mrs. Gill died Tuesday, Sept. 7, 1999, at her home. She was 71. Born Jan. 22, 1928, to John and Eloise (Sheehan) White in Chicago, she earned her registered nursing degree in Chicago and earned bachelor's and master's degrees in biochemistry from Purdue University. Mrs. Gill taught at Cornell University in the research department. She also taught at Freeport College and Syracuse University. On April 18, 1969, she married Lester Gill in Ithaca, N.Y. He died in 1987. In the early 1970s, she moved to Alaska and became one of the first female chemists to work on the Alaska pipeline in Valdez. In 1978, she moved to Whatcom County and worked as a lab technician at Sumas Veterinary Clinic. From 1984 to 1993, she worked as a biochemist for ARCO Products Co. She enjoyed needlepoint and raising her dogs and registered Holstein bulls. Survivors include stepson John Gill of St. Charles, Ill. brothers Donald White of Chicago and Leonard White of Muncie, Ind. and two step grandchildren. Arrangements are by Gillies Funeral Home of Lynden.

GILL, Jinnie, aged 75 years, 2900 Lakeway, passed away at a local hospital, Tuesday, December 2, (1940) after a lingering illness. Mrs. Gill had been a resident of Bellingham for the past twenty-one years and aside from a host of friends who will mourn her passing she leaves to survive her two sons, Dr. B. R. Gill of Rexberg, Idaho, Mr. H. C. Gill of Victoria, B.C.; two sisters, Mrs. Arilla Palmer, of New Brunswick, and Miss M. A. Crocker of Brooklyn, Mass.; one brother, George Crocker of Boston, Maine. The remains are resting at the Bingham-Dahlquist Funeral Home where services will be held Friday, December 6 at 2 o'clock, with Rev. Ray Wagner of the First Christian Church officiating. Interment will be made in the family plot in Woodlawn Cemetery.

GILL, Lucille - A memorial service for Lucille (Fields) Owens Gill of Bellingham will be at 4 p.m. today at Greenacres Funeral Home in Ferndale, with the Rev. Tim Lann officiating. Inurnment will be at a later date in Greenacres Memorial Park in Ferndale. Mrs. Gill died Thursday, Sept. 28, 2000, at St. Francis Health Care. She was 89. Born April 19, 1911, to William and Mamie (Johnson) Fields in Paris, Ark., she had lived in Whatcom County for 56 years. Mrs. Gill was a member of Eagles and the Elks Ladies auxiliaries. Her hobbies included gardening, embroidering and traveling. Her second husband, Doyle Gill, died in 1991; first husband, Gomer Owens Sr., in 1993; daughter Bobbie Viereck in 1965; and son John Owens in 1993. One grandchild also died previously. Survivors include daughters Judith Moline of Bellingham and Elizabeth Hickok of Eureka, Calif., son Gomer Owens Jr. of Bellingham, sister Billie Owens of Buena Park, Calif. 15 grandchildren 20 great-grandchildren and many other relatives.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 30 Sep 2000) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GILL, Mary, aged 80 years, of 1456 James Street, passed away at a local hospital Monday, September 11, (1944). Surviving relatives are two nieces, Lucy Haynes and Gertrude Collins, both of Bellingham, and four nephews Lester Wood, of Bellingham, Fred Wood, of Seattle, Ralph Wood, of Waldron Island and Cecil Wood, of Lummi Island. The remains rest at the funeral home of Harlow-Hollingsworth where services will be conducted Friday, September 15, at 1:30 p.m. Final resting place, Bay View.
(From the Bellingham Herald, September 14, 1944) Submitted by Merrily Lawson

GILLE, Edward, Jr., age 84 of 2800 Williams St., passed away Sun., Sept. 30, 1979. Mr. Gille was a retired machinist, a resident of this community for the past 23 years, a member of the Marietta Community Church and Hilton Lodge No. 1143 F & AM of East Peoria, Illinois. He was a WWI Army Veteran. He is survived by his wife Carrie B. Gille; a son Warren E. Gille, Brownsville, Texas; daughter Mrs. Maxine Fuller, City; 4 grandchildren, 10 great grandchildren, a sister, Mrs. Mildred Elder, Springfield, Ill. Memorial service Thurs., Oct. 4 at 3 p.m. at Greenacres Mausoleum. Rev. David Van Boven officiating. Cremation. Arrangements by Jones Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 3 Oct 1979) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GILLELAND, Lillian Inez, our Mother, Grandmother, Sister, Neighbor and Friend, was taken home to be with Jesus on Sunday, January 11, 2009. She was born Lillian Inez Nichols to Art and Vera Nichols on February 28, 1928 in Miller, Nebraska. Lillian spent most of her childhood on the family farm in Nebraska. Growing up with nine brothers and one sister, she remained close with her siblings even though miles separated them. On March 20, 1946, she married William Gilleland and together they raised three daughters. She had many occupations in her lifetime, but the one she most enjoyed was that of caregiver to several elderly people. She would say that God gave her the privilege of ushering His saints into heaven. Mom will be remembered for her faithfulness, her love for everyone, and for her close walk with God. She loved all of God's beautiful creation and could grow the most beautiful flowers. She loved people and especially loved her family. Mom knew her neighbors and took great joy in welcoming new neighbors to the neighborhood with cookies. Her deep love for God was evidenced by never missing an opportunity to share her faith with others. She loved the people at Sunrise Baptist and leaves many dear, dear friends. Lillian leaves behind her children, Dennis and Patty (Gilleland) McKay, Michael and Chery (Gilleland) White and Randy and Barb (Gilleland) Kruger; numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren; sister, Dee Nichols; brothers, Leonard, Hubert and Darrell Nichols. She was preceded in her home going by her parents, six brothers, our father, William Gilleland and a grandson, who will all be waiting in heaven to greet her. Our family wishes to thank Dr. Margaret Burden; Hospice; her sister, our Aunt Dee; her church family at Sunrise; and many neighbors and friends for the care, love and support during her illness. We are overcome with gratitude for all you have done. A memorial service will be held Saturday, Jan. 17, 2009, 7 p.m. at Sunrise Baptist Church, 2480 Badger Road, Custer, WA. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the care of Gillies Funeral Home and Cremation Services of Lynden.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 14 Jan 2009) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GILLELAND, William "Bill", loving husband, father and grandfather, went home to his Heavenly Father on March 19, 2008 surrounded by family who prayed and sang hymns as he was ushered into Heaven. He was born March 28, 1927 in Lyman, Nebraska. He answered the call of his country and served in a construction battalion of the U.S. Navy during World War II. He worked as heavy equipment operator for Scottsbluff County Nebraska and later as a tow truck driver and employee for the City of Chico, California. He and loving wife of sixty-one years, Lillian, have been residents of Whatcom County since 1990. His hobbies included working in his workshop and helping with family and church projects. His greatest joy was spending time with his family. His greatest desire was that each of his children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren know Jesus as Savior. He leaves behind his wife Lillian; children Dennis and Patty (Gilleland) McKay, Mike and Cheryl (Gilleland) White and Randy and Barb (Gilleland) Kruger; eleven grandchildren and sixteen great-grandchildren and two sisters and two brothers. He was preceded in death by his parents, Leonard and Georgia Gilleland and one grandson, Jason Paul McKay. A celebration service is planned at Sunrise Baptist Church, 2480 W. Badger Road, on Saturday, March 22, at 7:00 p.m. Arrangements and cremation are under the care of Gillies Funeral Home & Cremation Service of Lynden.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 21 Mar 2008) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GILLESPIE, Helen Claire (Schregardus), formerly of Bellingham, died Monday, Aug. 28, 2000 at Evergreen Hospital in Kirkland. She was 89. Born Nov. 1, 1910 to William Frederick and Effa (Reed) Schregardus in Brooklyn, NY,she graduated Phi Beta Kappa from Washington University in St. Louis, Mo., where she majored in French. Following graduation, she traveled to Europe for a year to learn more about French. On June 22, 1934, she married Rollin Gillespie. Mrs. Gillespie lived in Sudden Valley from 1979 to 1995 and was known for her landscape paintings and limericks. Mrs. Gillespie was a member of the Sudden Valley Women's Club and the Garden and book clubs and participated in the Sudden Valley Art Festivals. She loved to travel. Survivors include her husband of Redmond; sons Paul Gillespie of Seattle and Alan Gillespie of Edmonds; daughter Barbara Pickard of St. Louis; and six grandchildren.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 19 Sep 2000) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GILLESPIE, Mae K. - Requiem Mass for Mae K. Gillespie, Bellingham Hotel, will be offered at 10 a.m. Tuesday in the Church of the Assumption. She died Saturday in Seattle. A life resident of the community, she was a retired school teacher. She was a member of the Church of Assumption, the Hillside Garden Club, Washington State Pioneer Association and the Orthopedic Association. Survivors include a son, Roy of Bellingham; two daughters, Mrs. T. B. Cooper of Bellevue and Mrs. John Gahagan of Seattle; a sister, Mrs. M. P. Flannery of Spokane; seven grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Burial will be in Bay View Cemetery under the direction of Westford Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, April 14, 1974) Submitted by Cathy Padden Atkinson

GILLESPIE, Roy Francis died Friday, June 20, 1997, after a long illness. He was 79. Mr. Gillespie was born in Skagway, Alaska, Dec. 3, 1917, and moved to Bellingham as a child. He graduated from Fairhaven High School, where he was active in sports, in 1936, and attended the University of Washington from 1936 to 1940. He enlisted in the Navy in May, 1941. As a fighter pilot during World War II, he served two combat tours in the South Pacific, from November 1943 to April 1944, and from February to August, 1945. The Navy awarded Mr. Gillespie th Silver Star, three Distinguished Flying Crosses and six Air Medals. He shot down six Japanese fighters and was a member of the American Fighter Aces Association. When he returned from the was, he began working for J. H. Baxter and Co. in Eugene and Portland, Ore. In 1961, he joined Oeser Cedar and retired in 1971 as president and general manager. He continues his business career as director of Whatcom County Economic Development Council, where he led an effort during the 1970s to expand the local economy. He ended his career in 1994 as one of the top sales people at Caldwell-Banker Miller real estate. Mr. Gillespie, known by coworkers as "G," enjoyed gold, skiing, boating, community service and family activities. Survivors include his wife Barbara; three daughters, twins Kathy Jackson and Patty Brewster of Atlanta, and Terry Gillespie of Bellevue; son Steve Gillespie of Bend, Ore.; and seven grandchildren. A Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday at Assumption Church. Burial will follow at Bayview Cemetery. Arrangements are by Westford Funeral Home.

GILLETT, Edith Violet - A graveside service for Edith Violet Gillett of Everett will be at 11 a.m. Thursday at Woodlawn Cemetery. A memorial service will be at 11 a.m. June 17 at St. Paul's Episcopal Church with the Rev. John W. Gibbs officiating. Mrs. Gillett, formerly of Bellingham, died Sunday, May 28, 1995. She was 92. Born Sept. 28, 1902 to Thomas and Lettie Bolt Hollinshead in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, she lived in Ireland and Wales before moving with her family to Whonnock, B.C.. She married Nelson Gillett on Jan. 19, 1923 in Whonnock. They lived for many years in the Great Lakes area, where he worked for Standard Oil Co. They moved to Bellingham in 1943. She lived here for almost 50 years before moving to Mount Vernon and then to Everett earlier this year. A member of St. Paul's Episcopal Church, she was an avid gardener, seamstress, tailor and cake decorator. She was preceded in death by her husband in 1960, and by grandson Bill M. Hammersla. Survivors include daughters Doreen Merrell of Juneau, Alaska, ad Bunny Hammersla of Edmonds; son Bruce Gillett of Mount Vernon; sister May Leeworthy of Penticton, B.C.; 10 grandchildren; and 17 great-grandchildren. Arrangements are by Jones-Moles Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 31 May 1995) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GILLEY, Harold R., age 88, died March 8, 2006, at home in Bellingham. Visitation with family present will be held at Westford Funeral Home on Fri., March 10 from 3 to 5 p.m. Funeral Services will be held at Westford Funeral Home on Mon., March 13, 11 a.m., followed by a reception across the street at Westford's Broadway Hall. Interment will follow at Enterprise Cemetery in Ferndale. Military honors will be presented by American Legion Post #7.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 9 Mar 2006) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GILLIE, Harold O., 80, a well-known cook in local canneries, died Monday (Sept. 23, 1984) in Blaine. He was born in Chicago and lived in the Blaine area for 50 years. He lived in 721 Cherry St., Blaine. He is survived by his wife Mable, one son Ronald of Idaho, one daughter Doris Walser of Blaine, two sisters Adele Francke and Arlene Trinkel, both of Illinois, six grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. Graveside services will be at 1 p.m. Wednesday at Greenacres Memorial Park, with the Rev. Dennis Wildemuth officiating. Arrangements are by Jerns McKinney Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 25 Sep 1984) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GILLIE, Mabel E. - Visitation for Mabel E. Gillie of Blaine will be from 5 to 7 p.m. today in Jerns-McKinney Funeral Chapel, Eighth and F streets, Blaine. A graveside service will be at 10 a.m. Thursday in Greenacres Memorial Park, Northwest and Axton roads, followed by a memorial service at 11 a.m. in Jerns-McKinney Funeral Chapel. Mrs. Gillie, 87, died Monday, April 20, 1992 in St. Joseph Hospital. She was born May 19, 1904, in Chicago, Ill. A Blaine area resident for 70 years, she was a member of Peace Arch Assembly of God Church. She was also active in a variety of clubs in Whatcom County. Survivors include her son Ronald H. Gillie of Idaho; her daughter Doris Walser of Blaine; six grandchildren; and 14 great-grandchildren.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 22 Apr 1992) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GILLIES, Anna, age 76, of Vallejo, Calif., passed away in that city Saturday, February 24, (1951) following a lingering illness. Mrs. Gillies was a former pioneer resident of the Nooksack district and a member of the Four Square Gospel Church of Bellingham, and the Bellingham Camp No. 2855 Royal Neighbors of America. Surviving relatives include two daughters, Mrs. Wayne G. Scott, of Vallejo, and Mrs. O. J. Swartz, of Seattle; two sons, Charles of Vallejo, and William P., of Sacramento; two brothers, Frank W. and Ed Swanson, both of Seattle; a sister, Mrs. Ida C. Mason, of Ontario, Calif., and numerous nieces and nephews. Graveside services will be conducted at the Nooksack Cemetery Wednesday, February 28, at 8 p.m. with the Rev. David S. Land, of Bellingham, officiating, under the direction of the Gillies Funeral Home in Sumas.

GILLIES, Berenice (Bee) May passed away May 10, 2002, in her home in Bellingham, WA. She was born to the late Annie and George Campbell in Lichenbrooke, Ontario on February 5, 1914. She was married May 2, 1942 to Chester M. Gillies in Halifax, Nova Scotia while he was serving in the Canadian Navy. She was active in crafts and loved reading, playing cards and traveling. While living in Woodbrun, (sic) OR, she was interested in restoring dolls, which were purchased at garage sales and distributed to needy children at Christmas by the Elks Lodge. In one year, she rescued approximately three hundred dolls. She was featured in the Salem newspaper and was referred to as "the doll lady." She is survived by her loving husband of 60 years; her two sons, Campbell and his wife Alta of Carol, CA and James and his wife, Barbara, of Bellingham, WA; four grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; one sister Georgina Ratz, of Kitchner, (sic) Ontario, Canada. At her request only private family services will be held.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 14 May 2002) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GILLIES, George, age 81 years, a resident of Whatcom County for the past 63 years, passed away in Puyallup, Saturday, January 13, (1945). Mr. Gillies is survived by one son, Leslie Gillies, of Lynden; two daughters, Mrs. Etta Looney, of Puyallup, and Mrs. Dave Mayer, of Tacoma; also four grandchildren. Funeral services will be conducted from the Gillies Funeral Chapel in Sumas, Tuesday, January 16, at 2:00 p.m. with the Rev. W. T. Beatty and Rev. F. F. Boothby officiating. Final resting place, Nooksack Cemetery.

GILLIES, Myrtle May of Sumas, passed away at the Tacoma General Hospital, September 28, (1942) at the age of 65 years. She had lived in the Sumas vicinity for the past fifty-two years. She leaves to mourn her passing, her husband, Mr. George Gillies of Sumas; two daughters, Mrs. Etta Looney and Eva Gillies of Puyallup, Washington; one son, Leslie G. Gillies of Sumas; four grand children, two sisters, Mrs. Luke Tyrell of Sumas, Mrs. Nellie Ryan of Kentucky. Her body rests at the Gillies Mortuary Home in Sumas and funeral services will be conducted by the Rev. W.T. Beatty, pastor of the Sumas M.E. Church, Thursday afternoon, October 1 at 2 o'clock. Interment will be made in the Nooksack Cemetery.
(From The Bellingham Herald, September 30, 1942) Submitted by Karolyn Simpson

GILLIS, Murdock Beaton, 87, of 8796 Van Buren Road, died Friday (Jan. 9, 1981) in a Bellingham nursing home. He was born Nov. 28, 1894 in the Everson area. He was a retired farmer and a World War I Army veteran. He is survived by a nephew, a niece, a brother-in-law and a grandniece and grandnephew. Funeral services will be at 1 p.m. Tuesday at Gillies Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Lakeside Cemetery.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 12 Jan 1981) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GILMER, Alma M., age 75, passed away on July 1, 2003. She was born on June 3, 1928 in Pourm, Oklahoma to Herman and Alice Knight. On June 2, 1945 Alma married Gene Gilmer in Bakersfield, CA. Alma was an avid gardener, and there wasn't a plant that she didn't know how to grow. She also enjoyed fishing in her spare time. She was devoted to her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Alma would have given her shirt off her back to anyone who needed it. She was a very giving individual who had old-fashioned family values. She was preceded in death by her husband in 1981 and by her son Terry in 1950. Alma is survived by her daughters Nancy Walker and husband Jack of CA, Elaine Salmonson and husband Arnie of Lynden, Anita Gilmer of Lynden, and Penelope Johnson and husband Scott of Bellingham 11 grandchildren 12 great-grandchildren brother Lloyd Knight sisters Frances Lovelady and Alta Burk numerous nieces and nephews. Visitation will be Mon., July 7, 2003, 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at Greenacres|Moles Funeral. A funeral service will follow July 7, 2:00 p.m. at Greenacres|Moles Funeral Home with Craig Hardinger officiating. Greenacres|Moles Funeral Home Cemetery.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 4 Jul 2003) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GILLMERE, Richard N. - Lynden resident Richard N. Gillmere died Sunday, Nov. 29, 1992, in Bellingham. He was 75. A funeral service will be held 1 p.m. Wednesday at Jerns & LeVeck Funeral Chapel. Private burial will follow in Saxon Cemetery. Mr. Gilmere was born Jan. 23, 1917 in Tacoma to Frank and Mable Gillmere. He moved to Whatcom County in 1947, marrying Marjorie Stone in 1958 in Bellingham. He owned and operated several businesses, including Gillmere's Rest Home from 1957 to 1967, The Idle Hour Tavern in Burlington from 1967 to 1980, and Pat's Cafe in Everson from 1980 to 1986. Survivors include his wife of Lynden; sons Loren Gillmere of Lynden, Les Gillmere of Everett, Rick Gillmere of Bellingham and Wayne Gillmere of Walla Walla; daughters Janet Martin, Margret Higbee and Charmaine Alarcon, all of Bellingham, and Phyllis Parmenter and Carol Catinger of California; 27 grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren. Arrangements are under the direction of Jerns & LeVeck Funeral Chapel and Crematorium.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 1 Dec 1992) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GILMORE, Arvilla M., aged 32 years, passed away at a local hospital, Saturday, September 27, (1941) following a short illness. Mrs. Gilmore had resided here for the past twelve years, her home being on Route 1. Deceased was a member of the Methodist Church. Surviving relatives are her husband, Marsellus and three children, Beverly June, Sally Lee and Lanny Ross Gilmore, all at home; her father, Wallace Plemon, at Van Zandt. The remains are at the funeral home of Harlow-Hollingsworth where services will be conducted by the Rev. James E. Milligan, Wednesday, October 1, at 3 p.m. Final resting place, Woodlawn.

GILMORE, Gladys M., born April 9, 1905, passed away Friday, November 16, 2001 after a brief stay at Alderwood Park Convalescent Center in Bellingham. Gladys was one of 11 children. Born to Fred and Ida Bailey of West Mt. View, WA, where she was raised. Survivors include her son Wallace Hartness of Mt. Vernon, WA, brother Lee Bailey of West Mt. View, WA, sister Evelyn Gauntt of Lake Samish, WA, 3 grandchildren, 8 great-grandchildren and 2 great-great grandchildren. A private family inurnment will be at Greenacres Memorial Park in Ferndale. Moles Funeral Home & Cremation Service Of Ferndale.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 20 Nov 2001) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GILMORE, Joseph F., of Gooseberry Point, who died Saturday (Feb. 11, 1956) will be conducted Wednesday at 1 p.m. at Jones' Harlow-Hollingsworth Funeral Home. He was 64 years of age and had resided at Concrete for 24 years before moving to Gooseberry Point. Surviving relatives include his wife, Eva, at home; two sons, Walter of Concrete, and Milton of Wickersham; a daughter, Mrs. Erma Wilson of Seattle; six grandchildren; a brother, Marcellus Gilmore of Bellingham; and a sister, Mrs. Florence MacDonald of Lynnwood. The Rev. C. Eugene Sabin will officiate at the services with burial following at Greenacres Memorial Park.

GILMORE, Margaret Carol, age 52 of 5785 Hannegan Rd., B'ham, passed away in B'ham May 31, 1989. She was born Mar. 31, 1937 in Seattle, WA and has been a resident of this community for 20 yrs. She was a member of the Rome Community Bible Church. She leaves to survive her husband Dale Gilmore of the family home; 2 sons Bruce A. and wife Sylvia of Redmond and Keith M. of B'ham; daughter Valerie W. and husband Jose Perez of TX; mother Margaret Atkinson of B'ham; sister Sandee Zagars of Seattle; 6 grandchildren. Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Mon. June 5 at the Rome Community Bible Chapel followed by interment at Woodland (sic) Cemetery officiated by Pastor Paul Beck. Visitation will be Fri. 1-5 p.m., Sat. 9-12, Sun. 1-3. Under the direction of Jerns LeVeck Funeral Chapel.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 4 Jun 1989) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GILMORE, William F. (Bill) died suddenly Jan. 16, 1997, at home at age 63. Born in Everett on May 24, 1933, but soon moved to Bellingham. He was a 1952 graduate of Bellingham High School. He immediately went to work for Georgia Pacific, but his work career was briefly interrupted by a 2 year stint in the army. He returned to Georgia Pacific where he has worked for the past 44 years. He was married to his wife, Darlene, for 44 years and is also survived by his 5 children: daughters, Debbie Gilmore of Ferndale, Donna & husband Mark Grbich of Bellingham, Diane & husband Terry Sirmans of Ferndale, Tami & husband Don McMains of Bellingham; and son, Mark & wife Lynette Gilmore of Bellingham. Also surviving Bill are his mother, Frances Gilmore of Bellingham; sister Joanne Stull of Ferndale; brother, Ronald Gilmore & wife Virginia of Custer; grandchildren, Kylee, Karlee, and Kode Sirmans, Kandyce and Molly Grbich, Even and JoEll Kuoppala, Chelsey and Cameron Gilmore, and Elizabeth, Melissa and Michelle McMains; and great-grandchild, Kelsey Salazar and many nieces and nephews. Bill rode with the Whatcom County Sherrif's Posse. He belonged to the Appaloosa Quarterhorse, and Paint horse clubs, and was a past member of the Bellingham Riding Club. He was a member of the First Christian Church for 25 years, but most recently a 20 year member of Calvary Temple where he was an usher and the pitcher on their slowpitch softball team. He was an active volunteer coach in youth athletic programs in the Meridian School District for over 20 years, first for his children and later for his grandchildren. He closely followed the Meridian boys basketball team and kept statistics for them for the past 4 years. He kept himself busy always his grandchildren's athletic contests or horseshows. He was always making things with his hands, but perhaps his most creative side appeared in his "home made" Christmas ornaments he gave to his friends. He was a loving son, husband, father, and friend to all he met. He will be dearly missed here, but he will be a blessed addition to heaven. A memorial service will be held Tues., Jan. 21, 12:00 noon at Calvary Temple with Rev. Richard Strum officiating. Burial will be earlier at Greenacres Memorial Park. Greenacres Funeral Home.

GILMOUR, Myrtle A. - Graveside services for Myrtle A. Gilmour, 98, of Bellingham, will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday at Woodlawn Cemetery. A memorial service will follow at 1 p.m. at the Advent Christian Church with the Rev. A. Currier officiating. Visitation will be from 2 to 5 p.m. Sunday at Jones-Moles Funeral Home. Miss Gilmour died Thursday (June 13, 1991) in Tacoma. She was born Dec. 22, 1892 in Quilcene, Wash. and lived in Bellingham for more than 50 years. She was a member of Advent Christian Church. Survivors include many friends, including goddaughter Eileen Fox of Tacoma. Arrangements are by Jones-Moles Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 15 Jun 1991) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GILSON, Harry, 45 a wheat farmer in Saskatchewan, here on a holiday visit, died Monday (Dec. 19, 1938) at the home of his mother, 2612 James street, after a short illness. He has arrived here two days before his demise. Surviving is the mother, Mrs. Bjorg Gilson and four brothers, Edwin, Marano, John and Herbert, all city. Funeral services will be held here in the Harlow-Hollingsworth Chapel Thursday at 1:30 p.m. The Rev. E. A. Wolfe will officiate, followed by interment in the Woodlawn Cemetery.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 20 Dec 1938) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GINGER, Alfred W., age 90 of Lincoln Square, 409 York St., passed away Feb 9, (1976). A lifetime resident of this community, retired mill worker and maintenance employe of the Herald Bldg., he was a member of the Free Methodist Church. Surviving wife Evelyn; 1 son Robert Ginger of Issaquah; 1 daughter Mrs. Betty Buchholz of Bellingham; 5 grandchildren; 5 great-grandchildren; 2 sisters, Mrs. Dolly Briggs of Bellingham and Mrs. Ethel Rusk of Penticton, B.C. Funeral services will be held Wed., Feb. 11 at 1 p.m. in Jones Funeral Home with Rev. Donald A. Hamm officiating. Interment will follow in Greenacres Memorial Park.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 10 Feb 1976) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GINTER, Donald W., formerly of Whatcom County, died Saturday, Jan. 21, 1995, in Winter Haven, Fla. He was 80. A memorial service was Saturday at Greenacres Funeral home Chapel with the Rev. Al Currier officiating. Born Oct. 29, 1914 to Wilbur and Lucille Ginter in Toledo, Ohio, he married Alice Ryan on July 6, 1942 in Casterville, Calif. Mr. Ginter served in the US Army during World War II, winning two Bronze Stars for meritorious service. After World War II, Mr. Ginter returned to Ohio for a short time before moving to Whatcom County where he lived for 27 years. He then m oved to Mount Vernon where he lived for nine years. He worked at Bendix Co. in Sedro-Woolley for 25 years. A 35-year member of the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers, he was awarded the gold Veteran’s Bade. He retired in 1980. Mr. Ginter moved to Winter Haven in 1984. He was a member of Winter Haven's Moose Lodge. He enjoyed fishing in Ohio, Canada, Puget Sound, Florida and Mexico. His dog, Muffy, was a constant companion. Survivors include his wife of the family home, sons Don Ginter of Olympia, Gary Ginter of Seattle and Tom Ginter of Renton and five grandchildren.
(From The Bellingham Herald (WA) 14 Feb 1995) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GINTER, Wilbur C. Mr., age 95, 6235 Mt. Baker Hiway, Deming, passed away at his home on Fri., Nov. 23, (1979). Born in Whitehouse, Ohio, Mr. Ginter was a retired railroad employee and machinest. He moved to Whatcom County in 1950 from Ohio and is survived by 2 daughters, Mrs. Geraldine Gorne and Mrs. Anita Beard, both of Deming; a son Donald of Mt. Vernon; 11 grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren; 4 great-great-grandchildren; a sister, Miss Nellie Ginter of Brooksville, Florida; numerous nieces and nephews. Graveside services will be conducted on Tuesday Nov. 27 at 11 a.m. in Greenacres Memorial Park, Rev. Earl Crouse officiating. Services are under the direction of the Gillies Funeral Home, Lynden.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 26 Nov 1979) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GIRENKO, Dimitry - A visitation and prayer service for Dimitry Girenko of Sumas will be from 7 to 9 tonight at Gillies Funeral Home in Lynden. Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Friday at Gillies funeral Home with Pastor Nikoly Trushkov officiating. Burial will follow in Lynden Cemetery. Mr. Girenko died on Wednesday, July 8, 1998, at his home. He was 65. Born in Southern Russia on July 7 1933, he grew up there and was married to Luybov Fomenko in 1957. He was employed as a delivery man. He moved to Portland, Ore., in 1990 and then to Whatcom County in 1996. He attended the Russian Church in Sumas. Survivors include his wife, Luybov, of the family home; sons Vladimir Girenko and Aleksey Girenko; daughters Tatiana Girenko and Olga Kashubin, all of Sumas; 11 grandchildren; and a brother and sister in Russia. Arrangements are by Gillies Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 9 Jul 1998) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GIROUARD, Samuel Paul - A memorial service for Samuel Paul Girouard of Bellingham will be held at 3:30 p.m. Monday at St. James Presbyterian Church. Mr. Girouard died Sunday, Sept. 5, 1999, in Bellingham. He was 18. Born Aug. 1, 1981, to Samuel and Jo Paula (Campbell) Girouard in Edmonton, Alberta, he graduated from Sehome High School and Whatcom Community College in 1998 and had completed his junior year at the University of Washington. Mr. Girouard attended Fairhaven Middle School, where he participated on the Science Olympiad Team, in the Canadian-American government studies program, the regional and state National History Day competitions and the California Science Trip. He also won the Fairhaven Middle School Geography Bee and played the violin in the orchestra. At Sehome High School, he participated in the regional and state Knowledge Bowl competitions and the Regional Science Olympiad and attended the National Youth Leadership Forum on Medicine. From 1993 to 1999, he operated the lighting, computer systems and the digital overhead projector as a volunteer during Sunday services at First Presbyterian Church. Mr. Girouard was a member of Eagle Scout Troop No. 7. For his project, he led a fossil dig that benefited Western Washington University. When he was 8, Mr. Girouard developed a passion for paleontology and began collecting fossils. He made private collecting trips in Washington, Alabama, Alberta and British Columbia. When he was 12, he joined a paleontological expedition with the University of Washington to the Methow Valley. He published two papers in scientific journals. In 1996, he became a volunteer field technician to Parks Canada and assisted the director of dinosaur research at the Royal Tyrrell Museum of Paleontology. Whatcom Community College awarded him a gold medal in geology in 1998. Mr. Girouard shared his interest in paleontology through scientific presentations at schools, libraries and the Pacific Science Center. Survivors include his parents, of Bellingham brother Michael Girouard and sisters Bobbie Powell, Carol Bridges and Julia Snaychuk, all of Edmonton, Alberta grandmother Pauline Campbell of Birmingham, Ala. and eight nieces and nephews. Arrangements are by Westford Funeral Home.

GISCHER, Francis Herbert - A memorial service for F. H. "Herb" Gischer of Blaine will be at 1:30 p.m. Sunday at Greenacres Funeral Home chapel with the Rev. Don Walter officiating. Mr. Gischer died Sunday, May 11, 1997. He was 84. A 1929 graduate of Blaine High School, Mr. Gischer served in the Merchant Marines in the 1930s and worked at the Puget Sound Naval Shipyard during World War II. He returned to Birch Bay in 1947 and worked in the resort and home construction businesses until retiring in 1975. He was preceded in death by his wife, Eileen Davis Gischer, in 1996. Survivors include sons Robert Gischer of Blaine and James Gischer of Lynnwood, brother Harold Gischer of Birch Bay, five grandchildren, two great-grandchildren, and numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. Arrangements are by Moles Funeral Home.

GISCHER, Harold died at his Blaine home Monday, Oct. 19, 1998. He was 87. No service will be held. Born Feb. 6, 1911 in Blaine, he attended schools there. He married Peggy Glevey on July 17, 1932. From 1946 to 1977, Mr. Gischer owned and operated Lora Park Resort in Birch Bay. He completed a journeyman carpenter apprenticeship at Puget Sound Naval Shipyard in Bremerton and built homes throughout Whatcom County. He enjoyed building clocks, hunting, fishing and boating. Survivors include his wife, son Charles Gischer of Bremerton, two grandchildren, two great grandchildren and many other relatives. Arrangements are by Moles Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 21 Oct 1998) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GISCHER, Lora, 99, of Blaine died Monday (June 22, 1987) in Blaine. He was born Feb. 1, 1888, in Blaine and lived all of his life in the Blaine-Birch Bay area. Survivors include three sons, Harold Gischer, Herbert Gischer and Vernon Gischer, all of Blaine; five grandchildren, including Bellingham City Councilman Don Gischer; 10 great-grandchildren and three great-great-grandchildren. Memorial services will be at 2 p.m. Friday at Jerns & McKinney Funeral Chapel, with the Rev. Don Walter officiating. Private burial will be in Enterprise Cemetery.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 24 Jun 1987) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GISCHER, Margaret J., commonly known to all her friends as "Peggy" (and to those on the "C B" as "Peg Leg"), died from natural causes on 15, June 2008, after living three weeks short of her 98th birthday. Peggy was born in Seattle, Washington where she graduated from high school, and continued her education shortly thereafter in Washington D.C., by attending and graduating with honors from a local college there. Peggy met the man she fell in love with in Bremerton, Washington and married Harold Lora Gischer on the 17 of July 1932 at the home of the Reverend J. W. White at 820 Market Street in Seattle. Their life together in Bremerton was of hardship times in the 1930s, while Harold was not making a great deal of money as an apprentice joiner at Puget Sound Naval Shipyard in Bremerton. And on top of that, along came a baby boy, "Chuck". Things really didn't improve, even when Harold completed his apprenticeship, because of the hardship due to World War II. After the conclusion of the war, they made their way to Harold's childhood community of Birch Bay, Washington. Together, they added onto the already established "Lora Park Cabins". Their summer resort cabins housed vacationing people from all over the country and Canada. Peggy was a workaholic around the resort; with registering reservations, guiding the cleaning crews, to doing all the bedding laundry from the cabin rentals. While living in one of the cabins, they built their own home at the same location. After operating the tourist facility for 31 years, they felt it was time to retire. They found a nice ground-level home at Birch Bay Village. They lived among their friends there, of which several had rented summer cabins from them at the resort, until Harold died. Not too long afterward, Peggy sold the home and moved back to Bremerton to be near her son, Chuck. Peggy and Harold enjoyed several outings through the San Juan Islands on their boat, with friends joining them on theirs. She was a member of the Eastern Star and enjoyed all of the many friendships which developed there. Once in a while, a neighbor might catch a glimpse of Peggy running out of the house into their garden, whipping her dishtowel like a bullwhip, as she chased away a white butterfly that was trying to land on one of her cabbage plants. If you were around at the right time, you would have seen her catching a limit of trout in Canada, taking a vacation in France or serving up a fancy ladies tea in her dining room (after she saw to it that Harold had enough work to do somewhere else). She also entertained family and friends with her marvelous skills at playing the piano. She certainly knew how to get everyone stomping their feet and singing along. Peggy was one of those people who felt the pain of those who hurt and would try to help. Often times she visited Stafholt rest home in Blaine and would chat with residents. She is survived by her son, Chuck in Bremerton; her granddaughter, Tonya and family (near Port Orchard); and her grandson, Rick and family (near Port Orchard). Services will be attended by the family only, and Peggy will be placed as she requested, in the Enterprise cemetery near Ferndale, where her husband Harold is waiting to guide her through the rest of the journey. I wish you happiness forever mama, Love from your baby -—-- Chuck.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 12 Jul 2008) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GITTS, Pearl passed away peacefully with her family at her side on January 10, 2009. She was 90 years old. Pearl was born on August 18, 1918, in Mt. View (Ferndale) Washington to Enoch and Nina Coffelt. She graduated from Ferndale High School in 1936 and was valedictorian of her class. On December 31, 1939, she married Alex Gitts and together they founded the Gitts' Farms. In 1947 they founded the Red Top Nursery and in 1955 opened the Red Top Floral, located in Ferndale, WA. They retired from the flower shop in 1970 after which they took an extended trip to Russia. Their daughter, Janice, purchased the flower shop in 1970, which is now known as Belle Flora in Bellingham. Pearl was very involved in the Whatcom County Dahlia Society and for many years continued to garden and have "Pearls Hobby Greenhouse" on the Smith Rd. She was also a member of the Ferndale Old Settlers Assoc., the Rebecca Lodge, and a member of the First Baptist Church. She was baptized at the Northwest Baptist Church in 1968. Pearl was preceded in death by her husband, Alex; sisters, Ethel Parker, and Laura Parker Curry; and brother, Floyd Coffelt. Survivors include her sister, Aletha Bring (Ron) of Bellingham; her children, Glenn (Sandy) Gitts of Bellingham, Bernie (Gay) Gitts of Port Ludlow, and Janice (Tom) Barrett of Bellingham; grandchildren, Ty Gitts, Tiana Abu'Jaber, Aleisha Gallo, Robert West, Angie Oberg, and Monica Oberg; 5 great-grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews. Pearl also has so many wonderful friends who love her dearly. We were all very blessed to have her in our lives. She will be greatly missed. For the last 5 years she lived at Orchard Park Assisted Living and even had a small garden to enjoy outside her apartment. Visitation will be on Wednesday, January 14, from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Moles Family Funeral Home - Ferndale, 2039 Main Street. A funeral service will be held on Thursday, January 15, at 1:00 p.m. also at Moles Family Funeral Home - Ferndale. Burial will be at Woodlawn Cemetery. Moles Family Funeral Homes & Crematory – Ferndale.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 13 Jan 2009) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GIVEANS, Laura C., age 92 of 1358 Orleans St., passed away Nov. 18. (1975). Mrs. Giveans had been a resident of this community for the past 64 years. Surviving 1 daughter, Mrs. E. Jean Stark of Lynnwood; 1 son, Alfred Giveans of Bellingham; 1 grandson; 1 great-grandson, and 1 sister, Mrs. Sylvia Rival of New York. Graveside services were held Thursday, Nov. 20 at 10:30 a.m. in Greenacres Memorial Park with Rev. Jim Hardenbrook officiating. Arrangements by Jones Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 20 Nov 1975) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GLAD, Arne Sigurd Thorne, age 93, passed away peacefully Saturday, November 17, 2007, in Bellingham, Washington. The youngest of four children, Arne was born November 30, 1913, near Turtle Lake, North Dakota, to homesteaders and Norwegian Immigrant parents, Jens Adolf Sigurd Glad and Amalie Kaspora Nilsen Glad. He was baptized and confirmed in the Lutheran faith and attended rural, one-room schools, graduating from the 8th grade in 1929. After graduation he chose to help on the family farm. One activity he enjoyed as a youth was hunting and trapping badgers, skunks, weasels, rabbits and gophers and selling the pelts for cash. When he was 24, he moved to Washington and away from the harsh North Dakota winters. He started out in the LaConner/Mt. Vernon area where he was a farm hand. He eventually moved to Bellingham where he bought a 23 1/2 acre farm in 1948. In 1952 he met Melissa Snow of Milk River, Alberta, on a blind date, while she was working as a nurse in New Westminster, B.C. They were married in Lethbridge, Alberta, July 10, 1953. Five children were later born. Arne worked at various jobs including sawmill worker, longshoreman, construction laborer, and part-time farmer. He retired from the Laborer's Union Local 276 in 1972. Arne never truly retired from work. He was always busy on one building project or another. Later in life he enjoyed collecting old things that reminded him of the "good ol" days'. He remodeled the family barn and made part of it into "Papa Arne"s Barn Museum." He was an avid gardener as well; he was always proud of his mammoth sunflowers each summer. Arne was a member of the Faith Lutheran Church. He was preceded in death by his wife Melissa; his parents; sister Dagny Fibelstad; brother Jens; and grandson, Steven Jeffrey Glad. He is survived by his sister Ragnhild Sondrol of Turtle Lake, ND; children: David (Glenda) Glad, Donald Glad, Judy Glad, Jeffrey (Yvonne) Glad, and Janell (David) Partlow of Bellingham; eleven grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; one niece and four nephews. The family wishes to express appreciation to the staff of Alderwood Park Convalescent Center for the dedication and care given to both Arne and Melissa over the past four years. Visitation will begin at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, November 27th, at Moles Ferndale Funeral Chapel, 2039 Main Street. The funeral service will begin at 12:00 noon with interment following at Greenacres Memorial Park. Moles Greenacres Funeral Home Memorial Park & On-Site Crematory.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 25 Nov 2007) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GLAD, Melissa Snow, age 81, passed away Saturday, February 19, 2005, in Bellingham, Washington, surrounded by her loving family. She was born February 26, 1923, in Lethbridge, Alberta, to Joseph Atha Snow and Martha Lenora Stringam Snow. She grew up in Raymond and Milk River, Alberta, and graduated from Milk River High School in 1943. She was a 1948 graduate of the Royal Alexandra Hospital School of Nursing in Edmonton. She pursued her nursing career before marriage in Viking, Cardston Alberta, New Westminster, B.C., and at St. Luke's Hospital in Bellingham. She married Arne Glad of Bellingham in Lethbridge, Alberta, on July 10, 1953. They lived in Bellingham thereafter. She was a faithful member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Melissa was a compassionate and caring nurse, mother and grandmother, always putting others first before herself. She was preceded in death by her parents, Joseph Atha Snow and Martha Lenora Stringam Snow; brothers, Willard "Ham," Gerald and George Snow; sisters, June Snow and May Archibald; and grandson, Steven Jeffrey Glad. She is survived by her husband of 51 years, Arne; brother, Jay "Jessie" Snow; sisters, Lillian Brittner and Paula "PJ" Pittman of Alberta; children, David (Glenda) Glad, Donald Glad, Judy Glad, Jeffrey (Yvonne) Glad, and Janell (David) Partlow of Bellingham; eleven grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. Melissa will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her. Visitation will be held at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, February 24, 2005, followed by Funeral Services at 11:00 a.m. at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 5800 Northwest Rd. Interment will be in Greenacres Moles Cemetery immediately following the services.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 23 Feb 2005) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GLAHN, Raymond Merritt, passed away after a short illness on Fri., Aug. 22, 2003, in Bellingham. Ray was born on a farm near Stapleton, Nebraska to Major Francis H. Glahn and Sadie (Bakewell) Glahn on January 18, 1921. He moved with his family to Orland Park, Illinois when he was 4 years old. After graduating from Lyon's Township High School he attended a year of junior college in LaGrange, Ill. He was recognized for his track and field accomplishments. Attended North Carolina University at Raleigh, N.C. for two years on Civilian Pilot Training Program before enlisting in the U.S. Army Air Corp in 1942. He was commissioned and received his wings on Nov. 3, 1942 then served four years for his country. Ray met the only girl for him, Patricia Lee Ruby and married her on November 10, 1942 at Oberlin, Kansas. He was proud of their three children Cherri (Joel), Guy (Cynthia) and Pam (Dan) four grandchildren, Kurt, Erica, Crystal and Tyler. Ray was preceded in death by his two older brothers, Francis H. Glahn, Jr. and Royal E. Glahn. Ray and Pat lived at several Army Air Corp bases until he was sent to Panama for an assignment before being sent to Military Separation Center at Fort Leavenworth, Kansas in 1946. This was followed up with two years in the Air Corp Reserve. In 1951 Ray received his Bachelor of Science degree in Wildlife management from Utah State University at Logan, Utah. His postings spanned nation wide for thirty years as a pilot Biologist and retired in 1979. During this time he received an award for writing a book entitled Waterfowl From the Air for the Department of the Interior, Fish and Wildlife Service. During retirement Pat and Ray enjoyed building a business of tree farming in Canby, Oregon, in 1983 they relocated to Bellingham, WA to be near family and had numerous social activities with neighbors, club members as well as trips to visit relatives in various states. Ray's interest in flying was passed down to his son and grandchildren. A graveside service will be held on Wed., Aug. 27, 9 a.m. at Greenacres|Moles Cemetery with full military honors by the Albert J. Hamilton, Post #7, American Legion. A celebration of Ray's life will be held the same day at 2 p.m. at the Garden St. United Methodist Church. All are welcome. Greenacres|Moles Funeral Home Cemetery Crematorium.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 24 Aug 2003) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GLASS, Albert - A memorial service for Whatcom County dairy farmer Albert Glass, 97, will take place at 1 p.m. Saturday at the First Reformed Church in Lynden. Mr. Glass, 308 La Villa Drive, Lynden, died Wednesday (Feb. 28, 1990) at his home. He was born May 19, 1892, in Michigan and moved to the Wiser Lake area at age 15. In addition to dairy work, Mr. Glass was employed by the Lynden School District and was a past member of the Laurel Community Baptist Church. His wife, Pauline, died in 1979. He is survived by two daughters, Genevieve Schneider and Laura Quimby, both of Lynden; a son Floyd Glass of Bellingham; a sister Bessie Snow of Kennewick; a brother George Glass of Everson; 11 grandchildren, 21 great-grandchildren, one great-great-grandchild, two step-great-great-grandchildren and numerous other relatives. The Rev. David Hensley will officiate at the memorial service. Burial will take place at a later date at Woodlawn Cemetery in Ferndale. Arrangements are under the direction of Gillies Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 1 Mar 1990) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GLASS, Alice, of Lynden, and life-time county resident, died at the Christian Health Care Center on Friday, June 6, 2003. She was 89. Alice was the daughter of Wallace and Janet (McRae) Frost and was born in the Lamola area of Eastern Whatcom County on August 31, 1913. She graduated from the former Maple Falls High School and on October 23, 1934 was married to Raymond Glass in Sumas. A home maker, Alice also worked at Kale Canning in Everson for seventeen years and then was employed as a nurse's aid at the Christian Health Care Center in Lynden for twenty years. Mrs. Glass was a member of the Nooksack Advent Christian Church and loved flowers, sewing, quilt making and knitting Afghans. She also took great pleasure from visiting family and friends and sending them cards and letters. Besides her parents, Alice was preceded by her husband Raymond in 1978, grandsons Mark Linde and Shawn Glass and a sister Grace Oleson. Mrs. Glass is survived by her daughter Janet and husband Carl Linde of Seattle; son Gerald and wife Janie Glass of Lynden; four grand and seven great-grandchildren; sister Ruth Glass of Everson and other relatives.

GLASS, Ben, age 81, of 600 Drayton St., Lynden passed away Sun., March 5. A retired farmer, he had made his home in the Ten Mile & Wiser Lake areas since 1906. He served with the U.S. Army during WWI & was a member of Mt. Shuksan American Legion Post No. 224 & the Rome Grange. Surviving are his wife Melba at home. 3 brothers: Albert of Lynden, George & Ray both of Everson. 3 sisters: Barbara Constant of B'ham, Bessie Snow of Prosser & Ida Forthun of Orville. Also numerous nieces & nephews. Funeral services will be held in Veroskes, Bellingham.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 7 Mar 1978) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GLASS, Gracie Pernell, age 68, of 3630 Northwest Ave., passed away Sat. July 2, (1983) in a local hospital. He was a retired farmer and an Army WWII Veteran. He is survived by 2 brothers, John Glass of Longview, Texas, Clinton and wife Alma Glass of Chicago, Ill.; 4 sisters, Floy Nell Bass, City; Alyine Homicz, Mary Burgin, and Dorothy Markiewicz, all of Detroit, Michigan; 17 nieces and nephews; 26 great-nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be conducted Wed. July 6 at 1 p.m. in the Chapel of the Westford Funeral Home. Interment Woodlawn Cemetery.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 5 Jul 1983) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GLASS, Max, 94, of Bellingham, died Wednesday (Aug. 25, 1982). A local resident for 20 years, he was born Aug 12, 1888 in Lithuania. He was a self-employed tailor. He was a member of Beth Israel Synagogue. He is survived by his son Jerome Glass of Bellingham. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Thursday at Jerns-LeVeck Funeral Chapel. Burial will follow in Beth Israel Cemetery.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 26 Aug 1982) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GLASS, Melba A. - A graveside service for Melba A. Glass, longtime resident of the Ten Mile area, will be at 2 p.m. today in Ten Mile Cemetery. Mrs. Glass died Tuesday, May 26, 1998, at an Everson adult care home. She was 98. Born Jan 19, 1900, to Hiram and Mandana Howard Barr in Long Creek, Ore, she moved to Whatcom County in 1915. A 1922 graduate of Meridian High School, she married Benjamin Glass on Sept 12, 1923, in Lynden. He died in 1978. Mrs. Glass was a member of First Congregational Church, Rome Grange, the Lynden chapter of Order of Eastern Star, and the former Acme American Legion Auxiliary. Survivors include brothers Bob Barr of Bellevue and Elton Barr of Sacramento, Calif., and many nieces and nephews. Arrangements are by Gillies Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 28 May 1998) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GLASS, Pauline C., 84, 106 N. 12th St., Lynden, died Thursday (Nov. 15, 1979) in a daughter's home. She had been a Lynden resident for 77 years. She was born Feb. 20, 1895, in Pierce City, Mo. She had been a registered nurse and graduated from the St. Luke's School of Nursing in 1916. She was a member of the First Reformed Church of Lynden, the St. Luke's Hospital Nurses Alumni Association and had been active in the Lynden Senior Center. She is survived by her husband Albert, two sons Clifford and his wife EvvaGene of Lynden and Floyd and his wife, Mernie of Gooseberry Point; two daughters, Mrs. Genevieve and her husband Ron Schneider of Everson and Mrs. Laura and her husband Albert Quimby of Lynden; one sister Mrs. Bessie Door of Ferndale; 11 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren. Her funeral will be at 2 p.m. Monday in the First Reformed Church. Burial will follow in Woodlawn Cemetery, under the direction of the Gillies Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 16 Nov 1979) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GLASS, Raymond (Ray) E., age 66, of 2584 E. Badger Rd., Everson, passed away at home Wed., April 19, 1978. Born in Lynden he was a life time resident of the Northern Whatcom Co. area. He was a member of the Nooksack Advent Christian Church, The Plowmans Assoc and the Draft Horse Assoc. Surviving are his wife Alice at home. 1 son Gerald of Everson. A daughter Janet Linde of Seattle. 2 brothers: Albert of Lynden and George of Everson. 3 sisters: Barbara Constant of B'ham, Bessie Snow of Prosser and Ida Forthun of Orville. 5 grandchildren: Patricia, Tamera and Shawn Glass. Lisa and Randall Linde. Numerous nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held in Veroskes Bellingham Chapel, Mon. April 24 at 1 p.m. with the Rev. Earl Wright officiating. Burial in Nooksack Cemetery.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 23 Apr 1978) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GLASSBURN, Cora E. – Graveside services for Cora E. age 80 of 409 York St., will be Friday, Sept. 11 at 10:30 a.m. at Greenacres Memorial Park with Rev. Edgar L. Starr officiating. Mrs. Glassburn passed away Tues., Sept. 8, 1981. She is survived by a son Earl and wife Margaret Rasmussen, City; a daughter Julia Trotter of Council Bluffs, Iowa; step-daughters, LaVurn Younger and Marie Reed, City; 21 grandchildren; 39 great-grandchildren; 1 great-great-granddaughter. Mrs. Glassburn was a member of Garden St. Methodist Church; she was married to Jim Glassburn and they moved to Bellingham in 1944. She was a cook and waitress at the Horse Shoe Café many years ago. Jones Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 10 Sep 1981) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GLASSBURN, Harold L., age 66, passed away March 20, 1977 in Englewod, Tenn. Survivors are 2 daughters, Mrs. Neva Nichols of Tenn. and Dorothy Funk of Calif.; 4 grandchildren; 2 sisters, Marie Reed and LaVurn Younger, both of Bellingham; also nieces and nephews. Memorial services will be Wed, April 6 at 2 p.m., Greenacres Memorial Park with Rev. Carl Calhoun officiating.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 5 Apr 1977) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GLASSBURN, LaVurn B., age 25 of 3135 Greenwood, passed away Sat., May 17, 1975. Miss Glassburn had been a resident of Bellingham for the past 8 years. She leaves to survive her father, Harold Glassburn of this city; her mother, Mrs. Bessie Lewtas of Colorado; 2 sisters, Mrs. Neva Nicolls of Inglewood, Tenn Mrs. Dorothy Funk of Red Bluff, Calif.; numerous other relatives. Funeral services will be conducted Thursday, May 22 at 1:30 p.m. in the Chapel of the Westford Funeral Home with Rev. Henry Nickel officiating. Interment Greenacres.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 21 May 1975) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GLAZER, Nathan "Nate", 89, a well-known retired Bellingham businessman, died Monday in a Seattle nursing home. Born Nov. 28, 1891, in Russia, he had been a Bellingham resident for 77 years. Prior to retirement, he owned and operated several retail businesses in downtown Bellingham. He was a member of Beth Israel Synagogue and Bellingham Elks Lodge 194. He is survived by a son, Burton Glazer, of Seattle, and two brothers and three sisters. Funeral services will be held at 11:30 a.m. Thursday at Veroske, Jerns and LeVeck Funeral Chapel, with Rabbi Fred Gartner officiating. Burial will follow in Beth Israel Cemetery.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 29 Sep 1981) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GLEIM, Chiyoko Nakada of Ferndale died Saturday, June 26, 1999, at her home. She was 70. A private service for Mrs. Gleim will be held later. Born July 10, 1928, to Yonokichi and Kiyo (Ichikawa) Nakada in Kiryu City, Japan, she had been a Whatcom County resident since 1992. Survivors include her husband of the family home, son James H. Snyder of Seattle and other family members in Japan. Arrangements are by Greenacres Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 30 Jun 1999) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GLEASON, Charlcy A., 76, 2148 Eastview Place, Ferndale, a resident of that community since 1954, died Friday (April 26, 1985) in Bellingham. She was born Feb. 25, 1909, in Knoxville, Tenn. Mrs. Gleason was a member of United Church in Ferndale and also was active in Ferndale senior citizen activities and bible study at Trinity Lutheran Church. She is survived by her husband, Lional G. Gleason; one son, Lionel of Custer; two daughters; one sister; nine grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday at Moles Funeral Home, with the Rev. Carl O. Fischer officiating. Burial will be in Enterprise Cemetery. Visitation will be from 7 to 9 p.m. Monday at Moles Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 29 Apr 1985) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GLEASON, Lional G. - Visitation for Lional G. Gleason Sr. of Ferndale will be from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Friday at Moles Funeral Home in Ferndale. A funeral service will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home, with the Rev. Merv Peterson of Word of Life Church officiating. Mr. Gleason died Monday, Sept. 4, 2000, in Tacoma. He was 89. Born Oct. 22, 1910, to Floyd O. and Bessie (Hover) Gleason in Hume, N.Y., he lived in New York for 43 years. On July 11, 1930, he married Charlcy Aline Day in Macon, Ga. She died in 1985. Mr. Gleason began his career as an operator at the Mobil Refinery in Olean, N.Y. In 1954, he transferred to the Ferndale refinery, where he worked until his retirement in 1969. An ardent fan of wrestling, he was a booster of the Ferndale High School wrestling team, assisting them with funds and time. He was awarded many plaques, including the "Hall of Fame Contributor" in 1989, for his support. He enjoyed sports and was a manager of Little League teams most of his life in Olean and Ferndale. His daughter Frances R. Richards, four sisters and one brother also died previously. Survivors include daughter Joan F. Miller of Tacoma, son Lionel G. Gleason of Custer, sister Eunice Hollander of Olean, nine grandchildren, 25 great-grandchildren, six great-great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.
(From The Bellingham Herald 7 Sep 2000) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GLEN, Barbara Mae, 52, a lifetime resident of Whatcom County, died Wednesday (Dec. 21, 1983) at her home at 715 Judson St, Lynden. She was born in Bellingham in 1931. She was a retired bartender and bookkeeper, and served in the Navy during the Korean war. She also was a member of the Eagles Auxiliary and Drill Team No. 31. She is survived by a son and daughter, a grandson, a sister, three brothers and her step-parents. Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday at the chapel of Gillies Funeral Home. The Rev. Bob Dillard will officiate. Cremation will be at Greenacres Memorial Park with inurnment to follow at Woodlawn Cemetery.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 23 Dec 1983) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GLEN, Harley, 70, of 6690 Kickerville Road, died Tuesday (April 29, 1980) in his home. Born May 22, 1909 in Bellingham, he was a retired farmer. He is survived by his wife Marjory, five sons, three daughters and numerous grandchildren. Graveside services will be held at 10 a.m. Friday in Woodlawn Cemetery under the direction of Veroske, Jerns and LeVeck Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 1 May 1980) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GLEN, Marjory Ellan - A memorial service for Marjory Ellan Brock Glen of Everson will be from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Brock residence, 2390 E. Hemmi Road. Mrs. Glen died Wednesday, Nov. 12, 1997, in Bellingham. She was 78. Born April 15, 1919, to Henry and Lilly Love in Alger, she was a lifelong Whatcom County resident. A homemaker and farmer, Mrs. Glen was a member of the Salvation Army Band and enjoyed art, music, birds and playing coronet and guitar. She was preceded in death by husbands Russell Brock in 1964 and Harley Glen in 1980. Survivors include sons Russell Brock of Bellingham and John Brock of Everson; daughters Lillian Leemon and Sally Overby, both of Bellingham, and Ginger Rowe of Burlington; 12 grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. Arrangements are by Jones-Moles Funeral Home.

GLENMAN, Clarence K. - Services for lifetime Custer resident Clarence K. Glenman, 83, will be at 1 p.m. Monday in the chapel of Gillies Funeral Home. Burial will follow at Greenacres Memorial Park. Mr. Glenman, formerly of 2330 Jess Road, Custer, died Wednesday (March 2, 1988) at a Blaine Nursing Home. He was born March 25, 1904 in Custer and was a farmer. He enjoyed fishing and hunting. Survivors include a son, Darrell Glenman of Custer; a daughter, Deanna May Ramsey of Santa Clara, Calif.; a sister Ethel Miller of Sedro-Woolley; seven grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. His wife, Mabel, died in 1960. His brother Harry Glenman and sisters Evelyn Brown and Pearl Steine died earlier. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday, from noon to 9 p.m. Sunday and from 9 a.m. to noon Monday at Gillies Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 4 Mar 1988) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GLENMAN, Francis K. - Former Whatcom County resident Francis K. Glenman, 87, was buried at Enterprise Cemetery in Ferndale on Thursday following services at Bothell Funeral Home. Mr. Glenman, of Kirkland, Wash., died Monday (Dec. 19, 1988) in Seattle. He was born March 31, 1901 in Custer and was a retired employee of the Seattle School District. He is survived by his wife, Gail; a daughter Joyce Vossbeck of Ferndale; two stepsons, Richard Jones of Bellingham and David Jones of Seattle; nine grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 23 Dec 1988) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GLENN, Caroline Marie, 85, passed away on September 20, (2006). She is survived by her husband of over 60 years, Thomas J. Glenn, and her second daughter Merrily Ann Giuliano, husband Robert &; their two daughters Rosalyn and Gina. Her only other child daughter Paula Marie Hunt, (Daniel David) died in 1987. Paula and Dan's children are David Glenn Hunt and Jody Christine Hunt, M.D. Caroline was born in Bellingham to Nicolai and Caroline Tangvald, both immigrants from Scandinavia, he from Norway, she from Sweden. Her brother, George Erick died in 2003 after marrying Iola Kinney of Skagit County in 1947 and raising five daughters: Mary Sisak (Ray, Sewickley, PA); Georgeia May (Gary, Maple Falls); Janet Fox (Dwight, Pittsburgh, PA) Romelle, Seattle; and Julie Thomas (Dave, Thornton, CO). From an earlier marriage her mother gave birth to three children, Helen, Vancy & Reuben; only Helen survived to marry and have, with husband Ralph Hagerhjelm, four children, Ruth Archer (Albert), John (Patricia), George (Carolyn) and Charles (Ann). From the early Swedish family, Ruth Volberg, Caroline's aunt married Andrew Garness and gave birth to Helen Margaret who married Don Dorn. Caroline graduated Cum Laude from Bellingham High School in 1941, where her mezzo soprano voice blossomed, especially as the lead in "Naughty Marietta." In 1943, while working in the Purchasing Office of Bellingham Shipyards, she was selected Bellingham's Blossom Time Festival Parage Queen. She particularly enjoyed many years service in PEO Chapter AB, Bellingham Assistance League, Whatcom Museum Docents & Rainbow in earlier years. Organ donor and cremation functions will be conducted by Moles Family Funeral Home, Bayview Chapel, Bellingham.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 24 Sep 2006) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GLENN, Thomas Joseph, age 86, passed away at his home on July 31, 2007. He was passionate about learning, sharing, and exploring the world throughout his life. Until the very end, he did not lose his sense of adventure and passion for living life to the fullest. He was loved by all who knew him and he will be missed greatly. Tom was born in Port Angeles, WA on March 23, 1921 to Thomas J. Glenn Sr. and Mary Roche. His twin died at birth; his mother passed away a few years after. As a teen Tom helped every day after school at his father's tire store in Port Angeles. Later, they moved to Bellingham and Tom's father married Cecile Glenn. Tom graduated from Bellingham High School in 1939 where he was known as "Bunny" Glenn. Tom attended the U. of Washington, U. of Michigan in Ann Arbor and Western Washington College of Education. He earned a bachelor degree in General Studies. Tom met Caroline Marie Tangvald when they were both employed at the Bellingham Shipyard. After they married, they lived in Seattle where Tom taught mathematics at Jane Adams School and worked as a school bus driver. Their first daughter Paula Marie was born in Kirkland, WA in 1947. Three years later their daughter Merrily Ann was born in Bellingham. To their great sorrow they lost their daughter Paula (39) to cancer in 1987. Tom joined the Army during WWII and graduated from Officers Candidate School at Fort Belvoire, Virginia. He served in the Aleutian Islands, on Adak as Second Lieutenant in command of the motor pool. Thereafter, Tom worked as an engineer at the Port of Bellingham. In 1963 Tom became Port General Manager where he served a vital role in developing Bellingham's rich maritime economy. He orchestrated the transformation of the undeveloped "Squalicum Spit" into the large and thriving Squalicum Harbor marina and business park. He helped to develop the Alaska Ferry Terminal and the Bellingham International Airport. He was influential in attracting the two local oil refineries in the area. He retired from this post in 1984. A street at the Port, "Thomas J. Glenn Drive" was named after him to commemorate his many contributions. Later this dedication was relocated to the beautiful park overlooking the Bellingham Bay called the "Thomas Glenn Commons." Tom and Caroline had a mutually supportive and loving marriage that lasted until Caroline passed away in 2006. Caroline took care of him during the years while he worked and after he retired, he took care of her. He visibly loved and cared for her, and tenderly served her as her eye sight failed. She would often make the comment "He is so good to me and he never complains about anything." Tom Glenn contributed generously to his community and volunteered for organizations such as the Friends of the Library. For many years he was Vice President of the Bellingham Senior Activity Center Board, as well as Trustee of the Whatcom County Council on Aging. He was active in the Senior Center Tour Program Advisory Committee – He and his wife traveled extensively with this program to Australia, Baja California, Death Valley California, New Orleans and the Panama Canal. His friends at the Senior Center and Council on Aging will miss his leadership and good cheer. He was a quiet presence in the background always thinking of other people and how he might help them. His passing was sudden and unexpected because he appeared to be in excellent health. The day he died he had plans to guide a rafting trip on the Skagit River for the Senior Center. Survivors include: Daughter Merrily Giuliano (Bob) and granddaughters Rose and Gina. Son-in-law Dan Hunt, MD and grandson, David Glenn Hunt (Beata), with great grandchildren Ellena, William and Nani; and granddaughter Jody Christina Hunt, MD. Dan remarried Susan Merrill with step-grandson Conrad Jones. Brother Paul Glenn (Peggy) Kathy Cody); nephew Michael Glenn (Monica) and grandnephew Connor; Niece, Laurie Glenn Rice (Wayne), grandniece Kaiya. Sister Doreen Glenn Zumbar, nephew Ty Zumbar (Aleasha), grandnephew Tyler and his niece Sue Ellen Zumbar Spurlock (Rich); grandnephews Ryan and Scott. Relatives through wife Caroline (Tangvald) Glenn; Helen Garness Dorn (Don); Tom's deceased sister-in-law Helen Hagerhjelm's (Ralph) children—Ruth Hagerhjelm Archer (Al); John Hagerhjelm (Patricia); George Hagerhjelm (Carolyn); Charles Hagerhjelm (Anne); Tom's sister-in-law Iola Tangvald (George) and children—Mary Tangvald Sisak (Ray); Janet Tangvald Fox (Dwight); Georgia Tangvald May (Gary); Julie Tangvald Thomas (Dave); Romelle Tangvald; and numerous grand and great grand nieces and nephews. In keeping with Tom's humble nature he requested that there be no memorial service for him. His wishes will be honored in full.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 11 Aug 2007) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GLENOVICH, Barbara, 85, died peacefully in her home, surrounded by loving family on September 10, 2007. She was born on June 1, 1922 in Astoria, OR to George and Elma Asberton. Barbara moved to Bellingham at the age of 13 and graduated from Bellingham High School. She was the president of the Yankee Fish Company and J.B.'s Seafoods. She was a member of the Catholic Daughters and Bellingham Yacht Club. She loved spending time with the Golden Girls, a group of high school girl friends. Barbara had a wonderful sense of humor and was always having fun. She always found the best in everyone and never met anyone that she didn't like. She will be greatly missed by family and friends. Barbara is survived by son Jim (Lynne) Glenovich; daughters Gail Glenovich and Julie (Chuck) Michel; cousin Gloria Walker who was like a sister to her; grandchildren Jim and Robert Elsto, Gina Bornstein, Erin Conner, Jana Evans, Maija and Cara Glenovich; seven great grandchildren, and one great-great-grandchild. She was preceded in death by her husband Robert (Radar) Glenovich, and two sons John and David Glenovich. Graveside service will be on Friday, September 14 at 1 p.m. at Greenacres Memorial Park.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 12 Sep 2007) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GLENOVICH, David C., age 39, of Bellingham, died Sunday June 9, 1996 at his residence. David was born June 6, 1957 in Bellingham to Robert and Barbara (Auberton) Glenovich. He graduated from Sehome High School in 1976. He worked at BJ's Restaurant, Lakeway Inn, and Bellingham Frozen Foods. David is survived by his mother Barbara Glenovich of Bellingham; brother Jim and Lynne Glenovich of Bellingham; sister Julie and Chuck Michel of Bellevue; sister Gail Glenovich of Bellingham and numerous nieces and nephews. Private family services will be held. Westford Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 12 Jun 1996) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GLENOVICH, John R., 41, of 600 S. State St., drowned in Bellingham Bay while fishing on Sunday, Oct. 18, 1992. A funeral service will be held at 1:30 p.m. Thursday at Abundant Life Church, with the Rev. Ted Hanson officiating. He was born March 6, 1951, in Bellingham to Robert and Barbara Glenovich. He graduated from Bellingham High School and attended Skagit Valley College. In 1989, he married Carolyn Jacobson in Richmond, Texas, where he served on the board of Heritage Ministry. Mr. Glenovich was an excellent fisherman and had a great love of fishing. He also enjoyed traveling. He was known for his friendly and outgoing personality. A Baptized member of Abundant Life Church, he was a believer in Christ. Mr. Glenovich was preceded in death by his father in 1974. Survivors include his wife of Bellingham; son John Jacobson of San Diego, Calif.; daughters Cara Glenovich of Bellingham, Kim Jacobson of Seattle and Shelia Jacobson and Tawnya Jacobson of Sumas; mother Barbara Glenovich of Bellingham; brothers James Glenovich and David Glenovich of Bellingham; sisters Julie Michel of Bellevue and Gail Glenovich of Bellingham; and numerous nieces and nephews. Arrangements are by Westford Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 21 Oct 1992) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GLENOVICH, Nadine, age 61 of 818 17th St., passed away Tuesday, Aug. 2, (1977). She was a member of the Church of the Sacred Heart. Survived by her husband, Paul P. Glenovich; 2 sons, Robert and William, both of Bellingham; 1 daughter, Mrs. Anne Bien of Seattle; 4 grandchildren, 2 sisters, Mrs. William VanderBoom, City and Mrs. Noreen Rauhauser of Tacoma, many nephews, nieces and other relatives. Mass of Christian burial will be offered Friday, Aug. 5 at 10 a.m. within the Church of the Sacred Heart. Interment Greenacres, under the direction of the Westford Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 3 Aug 1977) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GLENOVICH, Paul P., age 67 of 4000 Flynn St., passed away Sat. Aug. 28, (1982). Mr. Glenovich had been a life resident of Bellingham, was a commercial fisherman and a member of the Seiners Association and the Church of the Sacred Heart. He leaves to survive 2 sons, Robert and William, both of this city; daughter Anne Bien of Seattle; 4 grandchildren, Paul, Michael, Kelli and Matthew Glenovich, all of City; 1 brother, John of Palm Springs; 1 sister, Catherine Beck of Olympia; numerous nieces and nephews. Rosary will be said Tues. Aug. 31 at 7:30 p.m. in the Chapel of the Westford Funeral Home. Mass of the Christian Burial will be offered Wed. Sept. 1 at 10 a.m. in the Church of the Sacred Heart with Rev. Patrick Ritter officiating. Interment Greenacres.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 31 Aug 1982) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GLENOVICH, Robert B., age 52 of 3229 Sunset Way passed away Friday, May 31, (1974). He was a lifetime resident. He was a fisherman and president of the Yankee Fish Co., member of the Church of the Assumption, Propellor club, Bellingham Yacht Club, Elks Club BPOE 194, Purse Seiners Assoc and veteran WWII. Survived by his wife, Barbara J.; 3 sons, James A., City, John R. and David C., both at home; 2 daughters, Mrs. Julie Elston of Spokane, Mrs. Gail Conner, city; 4 grandchildren; 2 brothers, John of Palm Springs, Calif., and Paul T. of city; 3 sisters, Mrs. Kate Beck of Lacey, WA, Mrs. Francis Xitco, City and Mrs. Marie Wheeler of San Francisco; many nephews, nieces and many other relatives. Vigil services will be held Monday, June 3 at 7:30 p.m. within the Chapel of the Westford Funeral Home. Mass of Christian Burial will be offered Tuesday, June 4 at 10 a.m. within the Church of the Assumption. Interment Greenacres.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 3 Jun 1974) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GLIDE, Tensie B., 119 N. Commercial St., died Wednesday (April 2, 1980) in a local hospital. She was 79. Born Aug. 3, 1900 in West Virginia, she was a longtime resident of Bellingham. She was a member of the American Legion Auxiliary. She had been employed by J. C. Penney Co. and Horn Whitson. She was a retired owner of a children's and infants'; wear store in Bellingham. She is survived by a daughter, two grandchildren, two great-grandchildren and two nieces. Funeral services will be held at 3 p.m. Friday at Jones Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Greenacres Memorial Park.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 3 Apr 1980) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GLIMSDAHL, Albert Melvin was born to Ole & Anne (Anderson) Glimsdahl in Grand Forks, ND on December 27, 1916. He went home to be with his Lord, April 11, 1997. Al was 80 years old. He was baptized on April 1, 1917, confirmed his faith in Jesus as Lord and Saviour, May 8, 1930. Graduated from Central High School, Grand Forks, in 1934; graduated from Auckers Business College in 1935; served in the U.S. Navy 1942-1945 last rank Yeoman 1st Class in the Aleutians, AK, and San Diego, CA. Al married Betty "Ann" Medding, April 20, 1945. They were blessed and survived by four daughters and sons-in-law, Alana Gardner of Seattle, Melody and Craig Mayfield of Livermore, CA, Heidi and Jim Shaw of Ferndale, Melinda and Ed Nava of Highlands Ranch, CO; nine grandchildren, James & Jill, John & Mara, Jeffrey, Joy, Merrilee & Thomas Shaw, Mark & Jason Nava, Jon Mayfield, and one great-granddaughter Erika Shaw; sister Ann Marie Bushee; brothers Warfield and Oliver Glimsdahl all of East Grand Forks, MN; many cousins, nieces and nephews. Preceding him in death were parents, and brothers Elmer and Bert of ND. Mr. Glimsdahl was employed by Implement Dealers Mutual Insurance in ND and U.S. Steel & Howmet Corporation in CA as Sales Administrator. After retirement he enjoyed being a teacher's aide in the LA City School District. Al enjoyed his family and church, and his Norwegian heritage. Through the years he was a member of United Lutheran Church in Grand Forks, Grace Lutheran Church in Bell, CA, St. John's Lutheran Church in Anaheim, CA, 7 1/2 years ago moved to Ferndale with membership in Triumph Lutheran Church. He served his Lord as Sunday School teacher, Superintendent, and Deacon, Assistant Organist, Choir, President of the Senior Citizen group in two churches and until now with "Seasoned Citizens" at Triumph. Visitation will be Thursday, April 17, 1997, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. at Moles Funeral Home Chapel. A Funeral Service will be held Friday, April 18, 1:00 p.m. at Triumph Lutheran Church, at the corners of Mountain View and Church Roads. Arrangements by Moles Funeral Home.

GLIMSDAHL, Betty Anne - Visitation for Betty Anne Glimsdahl of Ferndale will be from 4 to 8 p.m. Thursday at Moles Funeral Home Chapel. A funeral service will be at 11 am Friday at Triumph Lutheran Church, with the Rev. Joel Lohafer officiating. A graveside service will follow at Greenacres Memorial Park. Mrs. Glimsdahl died Sunday, June 13, 1999. She was 76. Born March 20, 1923 to James Matthew and Esther Victoria (Lundquist) Meddings in San Diego, she lived in southern California until she was 8. She then moved to Salt Lake City for one year before returning to California, where she graduated from Bell High School in Bell, Calif., in 1931. She was a 1943 graduate of Lutheran Bible Institute in Minneapolis. On April 20, 1945 she married Albert Melvin Glimsdahl. He died in 1997. She enjoyed working and teaching children of all ages; visiting friends in the hospital; leading "singspirations" with children and adults; writing plays, skits and programs; sewing, painting, writing poetry; and sharing her faith in Jesus Christ. Survivors include daughters Heidi Ann Shaw and Alana Louise Gardner, both of Ferndale, Melody Dawn Mayfield of Livermore, Calif., and Melinda Jayne Nava of Highland, Ranch, Colo.; nine grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; sister Esther Beilman of Buena Parks, Calif.; numerous nieces and nephews and other relatives.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 15 Jun 1999) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GLOSSER, Jerry D., 46, 2218 Pacific St., died Thursday, March 5, 1992. He drowned while fishing in the Samish Bay area. The U.S. Coast Guard recovered his body Aug. 24, (1992). Mr. Glosser was born May 2, 1945 in Wapello County, Iowa, the son of Eugene Glosser and Geneva Ritter Glosser. He married Cathy Haney on Dec. 24, 1975, in Ottumwa, Iowa. They moved to Whatcom County in 1982. He formerly owned and operated Glosser's Bakery and was self-employed as a commercial fisherman. He was a member of Bellingham Baptist Church. Surviving are his wife Cathy; daughters Rachel, Faith and Elisabeth Glosser of Bellingham, and Marcy Glosser of Iowa; sons Jeremiah and Benjamin Glosser, both of the family home; Roy Glosser of Iowa and Jeff Glosser of Alaska; mother Geneva Murfin of Ottumwa; sister Judy Katschkowsky of Nrthbrook, Ill.; brothers Wayne Glosser of Bloomfield, Iowa and Jim Glosser of Drakesville, Iowa. Private graveside services will be held Friday at Enterprise Cemetery at Custer. Pastor Tom Nething will officiate. Arrangements are by Hulbush Funeral Home of Burlington.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 27 Aug 1992) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GLOVER, Josephine Marie - Memorial service for Josephine Marie Glover, age 76, of 1211 High St., will be Sat. Feb. 6, 1 p.m. Garden Street United Methodist Church with Rev. William Berney officiating. Cremation Greenacres Crematorium. Visitation hours Fri., Feb. 5, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sat. Feb. 6, 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. at Jones Funeral Home. Mrs. Glover passed away Tues., Feb. 2, 1988. A Bellingham resident since 1945, she was in the first class of licensed practical nurses to graduate from the Bellingham Vo-Tech School in 1954; member of Garden Street United Methodist Church, Quilters, White Triangle & Womens Fellowship within the church. As her personal ministry, she prepared 250 layettes. Also a member of Friends of the Library, Maple Leaf Chapter No. 58 OES, her hobbies included gardening, quilting, music and she is survived by her husband Ross G.; son Perry C. and wife Delores Glover of Redmond; 2 daughters, Dolphine and husband Lee VanZanten of Longview, Betsy Ross and husband Allen Giles of Olympia; 8 grandchildren; 2 great-grandchildren; 1 sister Kathyrne Jungjohann of Nebraska; brother Charles Elseman of Missouri. Jones Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 5 Feb 1988) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GLUCK, Arthur Frank "Artie", age 92, of Ferndale, WA, passed away Wednesday, March 28, 2007 in Bellingham. Artie was born on May 3, 1914 in New York City to Joseph and Anna Gluck. He retired from Mobil Oil after 42 years. Artie was an avid baseball fan and saw Babe Ruth play in Olean, New York. He loved to work in his garden, where he grew lots of flowers. Artie was generous to a fault. Preceding him death were his parents; wife Mary in 1956; son James Gluck in 1997; sisters Anne Gluck and Helen McDonald; and brother George Gluck. He is survived by sons John Gluck and wife Ginger of Charlotte, North Carolina, and David Gluck of Ferndale; grandchildren Nancy and Jeffrey Gluck and Eli J. Blauser; and numerous nieces and nephews. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Monday, April 2, at 10 a.m. at St. Joseph Catholic Church with the Reverend Tim Sauer, Celebrant. A very special thank you to Whatcom Hospice for their compassion and care.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 1 Apr 2007) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GLUCK, James Robert, age 50 of Ferndale, forty-three year resident of Whatcom County, died November 1, 1997. He is survived by his father Arthur F. Gluck of Ferndale; brothers John and wife Ginger Gluck of Charlotte, NC, David Gluck of Ferndale; niece and nephew Nancy Gluck, Jefferey Gluck both of Charlotte, NC; nephew Eli Blauser of Lynden, WA; numerous cousins, aunts and uncles. Mr. Gluck was born September 26, 1947 in Olean, NY, to Arthur and Mary (Flynn) Gluck. He graduated from Ferndale High School in 1965. As a young boy he enjoyed scouting, loved spending time with Sammy his dog and best friend. He was an avid sports fan, outdoors man, also enjoying camping, boating and bowling. Visitation time is Sunday. November 9, 1997, 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Moles Funeral Home Chapel on Main Street in Ferndale. The Funeral Service will be held Monday, November 10, 1997, 11:00 a.m. at Greenacres Funeral Home Chapel, Deacon George Ficken officiating, with Committal Service to follow at Greenacres Memorial Park.

GLUTH, Clara Matilda - Lynden resident Clara Matilda Gluth died Friday (Oct. 26, 1990). She was 87. Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Monday at Jones-Moles Funeral Home, with Chaplain Harold Minkler officiating. Burial will be at Greenacres Memorial Park. Mrs. Gluth, 205 South B.C. Ave., was born in Canada on Jan. 10, 1903. Her husband, Clarence E. Gluth, died in February 1976. Survivors include two daughters, Joan Masten of Everson and Virginia Bivins of Richmond, B.C.; and eight grandchildren. Arrangements are by Jones-Moles Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 27 Oct 1990) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GLUTH, Clarence Edward, age 71 of 5494 Haida Way, Blaine, passed away Feb. 7, (1976). A resident of Whatcom County for the past 29 years, he was a retired boiler maker employed by Reid Boiler Works, was a member of the Methodist Church in Morgan, Minn., and moved to this area in 1946. Surviving wife, Clara, 2 daughters, Joan Masters of Bellingham and Virginia Coffman of Chelais, 8 grandchildren, 2 sisters, Mrs. Alberta Creaser of Watertown, S. Dakota, Nina Gluth of Morgan, Minn., 1 brother, Vernon Gluth of Calif., numerous nieces and nephews. Funeral services Tuesday Feb. 10 at 3 p.m. Jones Funeral Home with Rev. Lawrence Guderian officiating. Interment Greenacres Memorial Park.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 9 Feb 1976) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GOCKLEY, Aganetha (Klippenstein), age 95, died peacefully at her home in Bellingham on January 5, 2006. Born May 6, 1910 in Litchfield, Nebraska, she was the sixth of eight children in an immigrant Mennonite family. She was a quiet and unassuming person of simple tastes who was devoted to family and friends. In her gentle way, she shared a grace, inner strength, and profound kindness with everyone who was honored to have known her. Aganetha married Richard Gockley in January 1945, and they loved each other for 61 years. She had two adoring sons, Stephen of Bellingham and Brian who died in 1991. She deeply loved her daughters-in-law, Ellen Posel of Bellingham and Jeanne Gockley of Minneapolis, Minnesota, and her grandchildren, Thea and Claire Posel of Bellingham and Sonia Gockley of Minneapolis. The family is grateful to Whatcom Hospice, Home Attendant Care, and Dr. Thomas Schneider and Family Health Associates for their recent support.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 8 Jan 2006) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GODDE, Augusta DeVries of Bellingham died Monday, May 3, 1993, at St. Joseph Hospital Main Campus. She was 83. At her request, no services will be held. Born March 20, 1910 in Lynden, she graduated from Lynden High School and attended Bellingham Business College. She married William F. Godde in 1955 in Bellingham. He preceded her in death in November 1968. A lifelong county resident, Mrs. Godde worked as a paralegal and a musician. She was a member of Unity Church of Bellingham, where she played the organ. She also was past chairwoman of the Orchard Terrace Condominium Association and was a volunteer office worker at Unity Church and Abundant Living Center, both in Bellingham. She is survived by a daughter, Arla Belle Bruno of Enumclaw; a sister, Nell Hinton of Bellingham; three grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; two stepsons; and numerous nieces, nephews and friends. Arrangements by Whatcom Cremation Association.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 5 May 1993) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GOENEN, Lois - A memorial gathering for Lois "Maxine" Goenen of Bellingham will be at 1 p.m. July 12 at the home of James and Diane Goenen. Mrs. Goenen died Wednesday, June 25, 1997. She was 73. Born Aug. 15, 1923, to Frank and Clara Vanderford Uncapher in Yakima, she moved to Bellingham 68 years ago and graduated from Bellingham High School. She founded Lake Samish Fire Department Ladies Auxiliary and enjoyed playing cards. Survivors include son James Goenen of Bellingham, daughter Shawn Goenen of Bellingham, sister Norma Biesheuvel of Bellingham and Jo-An Daley of Pahrump, Nev., two grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. Arrangements are by Jerns-LeVeck Funeral Chapel.

GOFF, Ellen Brodsky - A funeral for Ellen Brodsky Goff of Bellingham will be at 1:30 p.m. Friday at Jerns-LeVeck Funeral Chapel with Rabbi Michael Oblath officiating. Mrs. Goff died at home Tuesday, Aug. 29, 1995. She was 55. Born Aug 25, 1940 to Charles and Carolyn Brodsky in Newark, NJ, she attended the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor, where she was active in the civil rights movement. Mrs. Goff volunteered at Albert Academy in Freetown, Sierra Leone, from 1972 to 1974 while accompanying her husband on a Peace Corps tour. She raised three children while completing her master's degree in public administration. She also accompanied her husband to the Ivory Coast, New Orleans and Panama while he served with the U.S. Department of State. Mrs. Goff became a Foreign Service officer in 1981. She served as director of the consular section at the US Embassy in Bangladesh and held a variety of positions in Washington, D.C. She most recently served as director of the Vietnamese Refugee Orderly Departure Program in the U.S. mission to Thailand and Ho Chi Minh City. Active in opposing discrimination, she supported Hands Off Washington in Bellingham since moving here in 1992. Mrs. Goff always referred to her family's Mosquito Lake Road residence as home during the past 20 years. Survivors include her husband, Dr. Paul Goff, of the family home; sons Michael Goff of New York City and Adam Goff of Seattle; daughter Laurie Goff of Seattle; her father of Palm Beach Gardens, Fla.; sister Joyce Unger of Oakland, Calif.; and numerous other relatives.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 31 Aug 1995) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GOHEEN, Fern Mae, 92, 1509 E. Victor Street, died Thursday (Feb. 7, 1985). She was born in Glascow, Kan., on May 17, 1892 and moved to Bellingham in 1905, where her father established the Stahley's variety store. She was preceded in death by her husband, James Miller Goheen, and her son, Hazen Ward Goheen. Mrs. Goheen was a member of the First Advent Christian Church and was active in its Women's Home and Foreign Missions Society. She was also active in the Immanuel Baptist Missionary Society. Surviving are a daughter, two sons, 11 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. Graveside services will be held at 2:30 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 12 at Woodlawn Cemetery, with the Rev. Al Currier of the First Advent Christian Church officiating.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 9 Feb 1985) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GOHEEN, Lillian Grace, age 89, of 2011 Young St, passed away Friday, Sept 2, (1977). Mrs. Goheen had resided in this community most of her life. Surviving 1 daughter, Mrs. Beatrice Cahoon of city; 6 grandchildren including Mrs. Lois Manos, Mrs. Donna Swenson , both of B'ham, and Mrs. Loretta Siegling of Tucson, Arizona and 7 great grandchildren. Cremation services were held at Greenacres Memorial Park. Arrangements by Jones Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 4 Sep 1977) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GOHEEN, Marguerite Leatha went to be with the Lord June 19, 2005. She leaves behind four devoted daughters, June Chism of Everett, AnnLee Bearden of Bellingham, Joan Gilmore and husband Bill of Oak Harbor, Susan Towne and her husband Milt of Nipoma, CA; grandchildren James Cernich and wife Sheri of Inverness, FL; Rod Gilmore and wife Barbara and Greg Gilmore all of Oak Harbor; Shelley Cumley and husband Eric of Snohomish, Brandy Willoughby and husband Brad of Bakersfield, CA; Jody LeBlanc and husband Larry; Bobbie Wampler and husband Chris; Matt Chism and wife Nancy; Gary Spreine, Robert Spreine, Jackie Hinds and wife Val; Johnnie Hinds and wife Mary Beth Hinds, all of Everett; numerous great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren; as well as scores of nephews and nieces. Marguerite was born September 8, 1914, in Aberdeen WA to James and Elizabeth Little. She had nine brothers and sisters who have all passed on. In 1932, Marguerite married Ray Foster. They raised their daughters in Bellingham. Ray died of a heart attack in 1964. Seven years later she met and married Hazen Goheen who was killed in a refinery accident in 1972. Marguerite loved to dance and was known to "cut a rug" every Friday night wherever she and friends could find a good dance band. She was an avid gardener, loved fishing and hiking, and walking in the woods inspired her. She was a stay-at-home mom who was always there for her children. She was best known for her fried chicken and potato salad or those Sunday pot roasts with mashed potatoes and gravy and wonderful apple pie. Marguerite's family and friends were her entire life. She was a devoted and loving mother and grandmother. We will always love and cherish her memory. As per her wishes, there will be no funeral services. A memorial celebration of her life will be held Wednesday, July 6th at 3 p.m. in the Whatcom Room at Jones|Moles Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 22 Jun 2005) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GOHN, Mary E., 69, of 1400 12th St., died Sunday, April 12, 1992, in St. Francis Extended Health Care, Bellingham. She was born Aug 16, 1922 in Kohler (sic), NM to John and Alma Robinson. She was employed as a meat wrapper for the A&P Supermarkets in Seattle until her retirement. Her husband Virgil Kohler (sic) died before her. She was a member of Advent Christian Church and a former member of the Order of Eastern Star. Survivors include her brothers John Robinson and Allen Robinson, both of Bellingham; her sister Maxine Jones of Nooksack; numerous nieces and nephews; and her beloved friend Archie Jonas. A graveside service will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday in Greenacres Funeral Home, Northwest and Axton Roads. Rex Watts will officiate. Arrangements are by Westford Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 14 Apr 1992) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GOHN, Virgil "Ellis", age 59, of 811 E. Main St., Everson, passed away Thurs., April 22. Born in Missouri, Mr. Gohn had resided in Seattle for many years before moving to Everson in 1974. He had been employed as a glazier by McBeath Glass Company in Bellingham and had been a member of the Glaziers and Glass Workers Union Local No. 188. He was a World War II Army Veteran and was a member of the Nooksack Lodge No. 105 F&AM and the Order of the Eastern Star, Nooksack Chapter No. 171. Mr. Gohn was also past Mater of Occidental Lodge No. 71 F&AM in Seattle. He was married to Mary Moser on June 14, 1968 in Bellingham. Besides his wife Mary, he is survived by 2 sisters, Mrs. Lucille Jackson and Mrs. Helen Humes, both of Cape Girardeau, Missouri; also a brother, Mr. Lester Gohn in Jackson, Missouri; 5 nephews and 1 niece. Masonic services will be conducted Monday, April 26 at 2 p.m. in the chapel of the Gillies Funeral Home by the Occidental Lodge No. 72 F&AM of Seattle. Interment will follow in Greenacres Memorial Park.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 25 Apr 1976) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GOLD, Margot Jewell, devoted and beloved mother, mother-in-law, grandmother, and great grandmother to: Janice and Bob; Sally and Rick; Windy, Thom, and baby; Robin and Alvin; Chelsea and Alec; left this world to her heavenly rest September 12, 1997 in Bellingham. She was 80 years young. She was born July 31, 1917 in Skagit Valley to Fredrick "Ras" and Gertrude Chambers. She married C. Albert Jewell in Seattle in 1938. Al passed away in 1973. She married Henry G. Gold of Vancouver, B.C. in 1975. He also preceded her in death in 1994. For many years they owned Jewell's All Ashore Resort in Birch Bay. Since then, she has lived in Vancouver, Langley and Whiterock, and completed her joyous life in Bellingham. She loved sunsets, people, music, baseball, lawn bowling, cruising and fishing in the San Juans. A private family memorial was held overlooking the islands. Jones-Moles Funeral Home and Cremation Service.

GOLDADE, Pauline Lydia of Bellingham died Friday, May 5, 1995, at Highland Convalescent Center. She was 89. No services will be held. Born June 30, 1905 to Emil and Lydia Lindgren Lindsley in Michigan, she moved to Bellingham in 1967. She lived in Yakima for many years and was active in community affairs. She was preceded in death by four sisters and two brothers. Survivors include brother Robert Lindsley of Kirkland, sister Hildur Kaye of Kennewick, niece Brenda Riseland of Ferndale and numerous other nieces and nephews. Arrangements by Westford Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 12 May 1995) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GOLDEN, Ella D., 89, of 3121 Squalicum Parkway, died Thursday, June 25, 1992 at St. Joseph's Hospital. A funeral service will be held at 1 p.m. Sunday at the Jerns-LeVeck Funeral Chapel, followed by a burial in the Beth Israel Cemetery (Bayview Cemetery), with Rabbi Michael Oblath officiating. Born Dec. 22, 1902 in Canada to Michael and Miriam Gropper, Mrs. Golden moved to Bellingham in 1985. She was a retired milliner and dress designer and a member of the Beth Israel Synagogue. Her husband, Hyman Golden, died in 1990. Survivors include son Michael Golden of Bellingham; grandchildren Mathew and Daniel Golden, both of Bellingham, and Cathy Selter and Cheri Brewster, both of California.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 27 Jun 1992) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GOLDEN, Hyman L. - Services for Hyman L. Golden, 86, of 2818 Old Fairhaven Parkway, will be at 1:30 this afternoon at Jerns & LeVeck Funeral Chapel with Rabbi Michael Oblath officiating. Burial will follow at Beth Israel Cemetery. Mr. Golden died Tuesday (March 27, 1990) at a private care facility in Bellingham. He was born March 3, 1904, in Nanaimo, B.C. and lived in Whatcom County for four years. Mr. Golden enjoyed traveling and reading, and was a member of the Beth Israel Synagogue. Survivors include wife Ella Golden of the family home; son Michael Golden of Bellingham; four grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. Arrangements by Jerns & LeVeck Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 28 Mar 1990) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GOLDMAN, Evangeline Morales - Graveside services for Evangelina Morales Goldman of Bellingham will be at 3 p.m. today at Greenacres Memorial Park with the Revs. Gary Morelli and Jim Murphy officiating. Mrs. Goldman of 111 Viewcrest Road died Wednesday, June 15, 1994. She was 72. Born Jan. 1, 1922 in El Paso, Texas, she married Milton Goldman there in 1947. They moved to Harrisburg, PA in 1952 and returned to El Paso in 1955. Mrs. Goldman was a member of Saint Raphael's Catholic Church in El Paso, and past president and a member of El Paso Credit Women International. She moved to Bellingham in 1993. She was preceded in death by her husband in June 1976. Survivors include sons Julius Goldman of Bellingham, Victor Goldman of Spanaway, Leon Goldman of El Paso and Sidney Goldman of Dallas; sister Guadalupe Saenz of El Paso; seven grandchildren; one nephew; and two nieces. Arrangements are by Greenacres Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 17Jun 1994) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GOLLEN, Pat passed away peacefully on Friday, March 6, 2009 with the comfort of her family in attendance. Pat was 83. Pat was born in Pittsburg, Pennsylvania on June 24, 1925 to Charles Theodore Heagy and Alice Martha Henry Heagy. Pat was the oldest of three children and is the 2nd sibling to join her parents in eternal peace. The family moved from Pittsburg to Grand Rapids, Michigan when Pat was approximately five years old. Pat went to school until the 11th grade in Grand Rapids until moving to Vashon Island where she graduated from Vashon High School in 1944. After graduating from high school on Vashon Island, She then went to work for the Boeing Company for a short time before beginning nursing school at Seattle Pacific College. She then went to Swedish Hospital to complete her training. She met Russ for the first time in October 1944 while he was working on Pier 91 in Seattle at a naval bakery. Once Pat and Russ met, they had about eight dates before they were married on the 24th of July. Russ and Pat started their family within a couple of years and over the course of nine years they had five boys. With Russ being a career Navy man they traveled across the United States and raised their boys in numerous locations throughout the states. Pat will always be remembered as a mother that everyone loved and adored. Her devotion and love for her boys and their families gave her strength and pleasure. Pat leaves behind one sibling; her brother Bill who is four years younger than her and is currently living in Seaside, OR. Pat is survived by her loving husband Russ, of 63 years, and five sons, Michael (Marie), Patrick (Leona), Richard, Russell (Kelly), and Jeffery (Rita). Pat has 12 Grandchildren, and 13 Great-Grandchildren with two more due to arrive this spring. Her family invites you to come and celebrate her life at Grace Baptist Fellowship, 338 N Park St., Lynden, WA on Wednesday, March 11th from 1:00 - 3:00. Moles-Greenacres Funeral Home, Memorial Park and On-site Crematory.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 8 Mar 2009) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GOLLEN, Richard Charles - On October 10, 2009, Richard ended his battle with an extended illness in the comfort of his family. Rich joins his mother, Patricia in Heaven. Rich was 59. Rich sadly said goodbye to three sons and one daughter, Richard, Kimberly (Eric), Daniel, and Cameron. Four grandchildren, Richard III, Eryka, Faith and Isabelle. He also leaves behind his father Russell, brothers Michael (Marie), Patrick (Leona), Russell (Kelly) and Jeffery (Rita). Special friends, Veige Williams, Kathy Dennis, Theresa Parker, Phil Arklin and Don Campbell. Rich was born in San Diego, California on October 19, 1949 to Russell and Patricia Gollen. Rich was a Vietnam Veteran in the U.S. Navy and received an honorable discharge in July of 1972. Rich spent the majority of his life working for the Railroad. Rich was happiest when fishing, watching NASCAR and collecting railroad memorabilia. His family is planning a life celebration event some time soon.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 19 Oct 2009) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GOLOVACH, Mariya S. of Bellingham passed away January 29, 2008, at age 74. Survivors include her husband Trifon Golovach. Funeral at 11 a.m., Monday, Feb. 4th, at Moles – Bayview Chapel. Moles Family Funeral Homes, Bayview Chapel.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 31 Jan 2008) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GOLOVIN, Larisa V., age 65 of Blaine passed away on Sun., October 28th, (2007). Visitation will begin at 11 a.m. on Thurs., Nov. 1st, followed by a funeral service at 1:00 p.m. at Slavic Baptist Church in Bellingham.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 30 Oct 2007) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GOMEZ, Juan - Rosary for farmworker Juan Gomez, 65, of Lynden will be recited at 7 p.m. today at Greenacres Funeral Home. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Tuesday at St. Joseph's Catholic Church in Ferndale, with the Rev. Emilio Gonzalez officiating. Burial will be in Woodlawn Cemetery. Mr. Gomez, 6812 Dutch Haven Road, died Saturday (March 25, 1989) at Needham's Nursing Home. He was born April 22 1923, in Thrall, Texas, and moved to Lynden in 1961. Survivors include his wife, Ramona; seven daughters Rosa Maroquin of Lynden, Gloria Garza of Ferndale, Diana Garza of Lynden, Lupe Lopez of Moses Lake, Ester Garza of Lynnwood, and Juanita Tyeda and Silvia Lopez of Salinas, Calif.; a son Juan Gomez Jr. of Ferndale; 22 grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 27 Mar 1989) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GONZALES, Jesus Laborin - A funeral service for Jesus Laborin Gonzales of Bellingham will be at 1 p.m. Friday at Westford Funeral Home. Mr. Gonzales died Thursday, Aug. 24, 2000 at his home. He was 75. Mr. Gonzales was born Oct. 25, 1924 to Rudolfo and Cruz (Laborin) Gonzales in Marana, Ariz. Mr. Gonzales was a retired construction laborer. Survivors include daughters Sharon Reppart, Joyce Flores, Dianna Bustamante and Karen Gonzales, all of Bellingham, and Terry and Marie Gonzales, both of Tucson, Ariz.; sons Carlos Gonzales of Bellingham and Benny and Jimmy Gonzales and Arturo Gutierrez and Francisco Gonzales, both of Tucson; sisters Lupe Sota and Juana Gonzales, both of El Mirage, Ariz., and Cruz Soto of Peoria, Ariz.; 34 grandchildren; and 23 great-grandchildren.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 30 Aug 2000) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GONZALEZ-RAMIREZ, Adalberto - A vigil service for Adalberto Gonzalez-Ramirez of Bellingham will be at 6:30 p.m. today at Jones-Moles Funeral Home. A funeral Mass will be celebrated at 2 p.m. Friday at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Lynden. Mr. Gonzalez-Ramirez was killed Friday, June 9, 2000, in Bellingham. He was 29. Mr. Gonzalez-Ramirez was born May 24, 1971, in Tamzula, Jalisco, Mexico.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 22 Jun 2000) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GOOCH, John Edward passed away Monday, November 4th, (2013) at Whatcom Hospice House, with his son and daughter-in-law by his side. Born May 6, 1919 in Bellingham, WA to Edward W. and Lena S. Gooch, John was a gracious gentleman; everyone enjoyed meeting and knowing John. He liked to share stories of his interesting life, experiences and travels with his soul-mate and wife Barbara, and his knowledge of an incredibly varied number of topics from antiques to gardening. John was an avid outdoorsman, proficient fly fisherman, accomplished student and teacher, and a great father. John began collecting stamps in his teens and pursued that hobby into the role of a well-known Philatelist with trading colleagues across the globe. John attended Bellingham schools and graduated from the University of Washington. He served in the U.S. Army, attaining the rank of Master Sergeant, and saw station assignments in Korea, Panama, New Jersey and California. John married Barbara Jean Myers at St. Paul's Episcopal Church on June 25th, 1948, and their first home was on Lummi Island, WA. He began his teaching career in Anacortes, WA and then taught English at Bellingham High School for 21 years before retiring in 1979. He spent summers commercial fishing in Alaska in the late fifties and early sixties, serving double-duty as the chef on the boats. After retiring, John and Barbara travelled extensively, in the U.S. by motor home and abroad by cruise ships to destinations in Europe and China. John and Barbara enjoyed antique collecting, auctions and selling the wares they collected and restored at the Bellingham Antique Mall (now Penny Lane Antiques). John was operating his space there until just a few weeks before his death. John was preceded in death by his infant sister and his wife of 58 years, Barbara. The family is honoring John's request for no service, but an informal gathering to remember John will be held at a later date.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 10 Nov 2013) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GOOD, Olga T. – At her request, there will be no services for Olga Thelma (Thorsen) Good of Bellingham. Her ashes will be spread in a private rose garden. Mrs. Good died Tuesday, May 23, 2000 in Bellingham. She was 87. Born July 27, 1912 to Ole I and Thora (Ruud) Thorsen Sr. in Seattle, she moved with her family to Bellingham. Mrs. Good graduated from Fairhaven High School. In 1934, she married Clarke Good and they lived in Bellingham until 1950, then moved to Los Angeles, where they operated a furniture store. He died in 1982. Mrs. Good then moved back to Bellingham. Mrs. Good was an artist and a gourmet cook. Her hobbies included cooking, gardening and hiking. Survivors include brothers Ole I. Thorsen Jr. of La Conner, Kenneth H. Thorsen of Seattle and Robert H. Thorsen of San Pedro, Calif.; sisters Thora Graham of Bellingham and Lynne Adair of Santa Monica; and many nieces and nephews. Arrangements are by Jerns Funeral Chapel.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 26 May 2000) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GOODALE, George G., Lt. Col (Ret.) age 83, of Blaine passed away Tues., July 10, 2001, in Bellingham. He was born Mar. 25, 1918, in Webster Groves, MO to Steele and Edith (Claflin) Goodale, one of 9 children. He was a resident of Whatcom County for 25 years. Survived by his wife Dorathea Goodale, son Jerome Goodale & wife Pamela, grandson Grant Goodale, step-son Doug Knowles & wife Denise and their children. Preceded in death by first wife Eileen and son John. A memorial service will be held Sat., July 14, 11 a.m. in Greenacres Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Tim Lann officiating. Greenacres Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 14 Jul 2001) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GOODALL, Sarah, 86, died Friday (April 9, 1982) in Vancouver, Wash. She was born Aug. 12, 1895 in Ayrshire, Scotland, and had lived in Bellingham since 1937. She was a member of the Presbyterian Church. She had been an LPN at St. Luke's Hospital, and also worked for the Visiting Nurses Association. Survivors include a daughter Margaret Westby of Vancouver; two grandsons, Robert E. Westby of Olympia and Wallace W. of Seattle; four great grandchildren and a sister Jean Hartl of Shawnigan Lake, Vancouver, B.C. Graveside services will be Monday at 2 p.m. at Greenacres Cemetery. Arrangements are by Vancouver Funeral Chapel.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 11 Apr 1982) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GOODELL, Clara A. - Graveside service for Clara A. Goodell, age 78, of 2807 James St., will be Mon., Aug. 16 at 3 p.m. in Woodlawn Cemetery with Mr. Charles Hobart officiating. Mrs. Goodell passed away Thurs. Aug. 12, 1982. She is survived by her husband George Goodell of City; 1 son Don and wife Lorraine Goodell of City; 1 brother John J. and wife Donna Simmons of Gresham, Oregon; 3 sisters, Mildred and husband Bert Backstrom of City; June Lamphiear; Beatrice and husband Tom Crandell of City. A Bellingham resident for the past 76 years, Mrs. Goodell was a member of Kingdom Hall of Jehovahs Witness. Jones Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 14 Aug 1982) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GOODELL, George W., an employee of the old Bellingham Warehouse and Pacific American Fisheries companies for 47 years, died Thursday (Aug. 27, 1987) in Bellingham. Mr. Goodell, 90, 2807 James St., was born Jan. 1, 1897 in Waukesha, Wis. and lived in Whatcom County since 1906. Survivors include his son Donald W. Goodell. Graveside services will be at 10 a.m.m Monday at Woodlawn Cemetery. Arrangements are by Jones Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 28 Aug 1987) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GOODER, Eliza Jane - Funeral services for Mrs. Eliza Jane Gooder, aged 89 years, who passed away at her home in Seattle Tuesday (Oct. 6, 1942), will be held in the Monroe chapel at Ferndale Thursday at 1 p.m. with Rev. Roy McCullach officiating. Interment will be made in the Enterprise cemetery. Mrs. Gooder was a resident of the Custer district for many years and the widow of the late Allen Gooder, a Civil war veteran. She is survived by one son, Dell, of Seattle.

GOODING, Aagot Irene - Graveside funeral services for Aagot Irene Gooding, 72, a former Whatcom County resident for many years, will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday at Greenacres Memorial Park with the Rev. Ronald Slater, pastor of New Life Fellowship Church officiating. She died Saturday (Aug. 18, 1984) at a Forks hospital near her home at Beaver. She was born April 3, 1912 in Lawrence. Surviving are her husband Newton, a daughter Shirley and husband Donald Montague, Marysville; a sister Evelyn Johnson, Seattle; a grandson Bryan Montague; a granddaughter Patricia Montague, both of Marysville.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 20 Aug 1984) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GOODING, Clarence C. - Funeral services for Clarence C. Gooding will be conducted by the Rev. Bobby Edwards at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday at Jones Funeral Home. Mr. Gooding, 78, 2601 Cornwall Ave., died Sunday (June 9, 1974). He lived in Bellingham most of his life and was sales manager for Automotive Parts Service. He was a member of Bellingham Bay Lodge, No. 44, F&AM, Bellingham Lodge No. 194, BPOE and the Albert J. Hamilton Post No. 7, American Legion. He is survived by his widow, Gladys, a daughter, Alice Grenier; two granddaughters, Susan Rawls and Sharon Pope, two great-grandchildren and a sister, Eva Anderson, all living in Bellingham. Cremation will follow the services.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 10 Jun 1974) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GOODING, Gladys L., 82, 2601 Cornwall Ave, died Monday (March, 25, 1985). She had been a local resident for 61 years. Mrs. Gooding was born March 13, 1903 in Waterville, Wash. She was a member of the First Christian Church, the Altrusa Club and was a 50-year member of the Sehome Chapter, Order of the Eastern Star. She is survived by a daughter, Alice Granier; a brother, Galen Pfueller; and a sister, Mrs. David Morse, all of Bellingham. Also surviving are two granddaughters and three great-grandchildren. Graveside services will be held Thursday at 11 a.m. in Greenacres Memorial Park, the Rev. Richard D. Talley officiating. Arrangements are being made by Jones Funeral Home and Crematorium.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 27 Mar 1985) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GOODING, Sadie May died Friday (March 2, 1973) at her home, 4402 N. Y Rd. She was 88. Mrs. Gooding came to the area as infant and was a member of the Royal Neighbors of America. She is survived by two daughters, Pearl Hohl of Bellingham and Nina Martin of Burbank, Calif.; two sons, Harvey E. and George W., both of Bellingham; 10 grandchildren, 15 great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be 1:30 p.m. Tuesday at Westford Funeral Home. Burial will be in Greenacres Memorial Park.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 4 Mar 1973) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GOODLAND, Earl, loving father and friend to many, died Wednesday, January 8, 2003 in Pleasanton, CA. He was born August 21, 1914 in Butte, MT. In September 1940 he married his wife Ethel in Bozeman, MT. He and his family moved to Bellingham in 1943. Earl was active in the community and gave willingly of his time to assist family and friends. He was a Master Carpenter and could be found helping fix a roof, creating a cradle for his grandchildren, or indulging in his passion for collecting and restoring antique tools in his spare time. He also had a love for Butte and was proud of the city's efforts to build Our Lady of the Rockies. Earl was an avid reader and had begun to write his life story. He was also known for his wit, a keen sense of humor, and the ability to come up with a joke for any occasion. Earl was a member of Broadway Presbyterian Church for many years and later became a member of the First Presbyterian Church. He was active in the Carpenter's Union Local #756 for forty-two years serving as treasurer for thirty-four years. He also served on the Skagit Valley District Council and was Area Representative for the National Carpenter's Conventions in Chicago and San Francisco. Earl was also active in fraternal organizations. He was a member of the Bellingham Bay Lodge #44 F.&A.M. for forty-two years, serving as Worshipful Master in 1967, and belonged to the Scottish Rite, Valley of Bellingham. He designed and built the Bellingham Jobs Daughters Bethel #25 food booth for use at the Lynden County Fair. He was also a member of the Foresters Mt. Baker Court #600 and the Bellingham Tool Collectors Club. Preceded in death by his wife Ethel in January of 1998, he is survived by his three daughters and sons-in-law: Elaine and Don Mazy, Ellen and Bill Olson of Pleasanton, CA, and Doris and Roger Kennedy of Marysville, WA five grandchildren: Charlayne Deming and husband Doug Hatch of Livermore, CA, Roger Deming and wife Cindy of Pleasanton, CA, Angela Hamilton and husband Ken of Antelope, CA, Tanya Gibson of Everett, WA, and Lorraine Plunske and husband Bill of Meridian, CT three great grandchildren: Nicole Gibson of Everett, WA, Jenna Hatch of Livermore, CA, and Brandon Plunske of Meridian, CT. Other relatives residing in the Bellingham area include sister-in-law Katherine Goodland of Bellingham, nephews John Goodland and wife Bonnie of Everson, Bill Goodland and wife Wendy of Mt. Vernon and numerous nieces and nephews. No visitation will be held. A memorial service celebrating his life will be held Monday, January 27, 2003 at 2:00 p.m. in the Chapel at Greenacres Memorial Park, 5700 Northwest Dr, Ferndale, WA. Services are under the care of Gillies Funeral Home & Cremation Service of Lynden.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 26 Jan 2003) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GOODLAND, Ethel Maurice, age 79, of Bellingham, died Monday, January 26, 1998 at St. Francis Extended Health Care. Mrs. Goodland was born on March 14, 1918 in Three Forks, Montana to parents John and Bessie (Leggett) Van Diest. She was married to Earl H. Goodland in September of 1940 in Bozeman, Montana. The couple came to Bellingham in 1943. She was a homemaker who was well known for her crochet and art work and her sweet personality. Mrs. Goodland was previously a member of Broadway Presbyterian Church and later First Presbyterian Church, Carpenters' Auxiliary 198, Maple Leaf Chapter No. 58 Order of Eastern Star, and Independent Order of Foresters-Court Mt. Baker #606. Relatives include her husband of 57 years Earl H. Goodland of Bellingham; daughters and sons-in-law Elaine and Don Mazy of Pleasanton, CA, Ellen and Bill Olson of Pleasanton, CA and Doris and Roger Kennedy of Marysville, WA; sister Eola Ice of Wenatchee; and brothers Charlie Van Diest of Great Falls, MT, Augie Van Diest of Helena, MT and Henry (Spud) Van Diest of Helena. The extended family includes grandchildren Carlayne Deming Hatch and her husband Doug of Livermore, CA, Roger Deming of Pleasanton, CA, Angela Olson of Sacramento, CA, Tanya Gibson of Everett and Lorraine Plunske and her husband Bill of Hartford, CT; great-grandchildren Nicole Gibson of Everett, Jenna Hatch of Livermore, CA and Branden Plunske of Hartford, CT; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, three brothers and two sisters. Services will be 3:00 p.m. Friday, January 30, 1998, at the First Presbyterian Church, 1031 N. Garden Street, Bellingham. Arrangements are under the direction of Westford Funeral Home.

GOODMAN, August T. of Bellingham died Thursday, Jan. 16, 1997, in Bellingham. He was 79. A funeral will be at 11 a.m. Monday at Westford Funeral Home. Burial will be at 10 a.m. Tuesday in Greenacres Memorial Park. Born Sept. 9, 1917, to Thorsteinn and Augustina Johnsdotter Goodman in Marietta, he graduated from high school and served in the U.S. Army Air Corps during World War II. He was auto mechanic at Diehl Ford for 30 years, retiring in 1975. He enjoyed fishing, camping and carpentry. He married Myrl Dastrup on July 12, 1945, in Sigurd, Utah. Survivors include his wife of the family home; daughter Diane J. Tew of St. George, Utah; sister Clara Johnson of Marietta; and five grandchildren. Arrangements by Westford Funeral Home.

GOODMAN, Barney, age 84, former longtime resident of Bellingham, passed away in a Blaine rest home Monday, Sept. 29, (1975). He was a retired shingle weaver and was a member of WWI Barracks and American Legion Post No. 7 and the Shingle Weavers Local of Everett. Surviving are 1 son, Fred of Bellingham; a daughter, Ivy Calhoon of Blaine; 1 brother, Lief of Portland; 3 sisters, Gene Anderson of Blaine, Vala Peterson of Anacortes and Christine Goodman of Burnaby, B.C., also 4 grandchildren; 2 great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be held in Veroske's McKinney Funeral Home in Blaine Thursday, Oct. 2 at 2 p.m. with Rev. Donald Walter officiating. Cremation will follow.

GOODMAN, Bernice J., age 77 of 1304 W. Illinois, passed away Mon. Oct. 4, (1982). Mrs. Goodman had been a resident of Bellingham for the past 60 years; was a member of Maple Leaf Chapter Order of Eastern Star No. 58, and was a Demolay Mother. She is survived by her husband Harry of the family home; 2 sons, John M. of this city and Donald B. of Puyallup; 5 grandchildren, Terry, Ron, Mark, Sarah and Debra; a sister Leone Weis of Portland; numerous other relatives. Funeral services will be conducted Fri. Oct. 8 at 2:30 p.m. in the Chapel of the Westford Funeral Home with Rev. Leonard Ericksen officiating. Interment Woodlawn Cemetery.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 6 Oct 1982) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GOODMAN, Caleb E. - A graveside service for Caleb E. Goodman of Everson will be at 3 p.m. Friday at Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses with Wyatt Harrison officiating. Mr. Goodman died Monday, July 6, 1998 in an industrial accident. He was 18. Born March 27, 1980 in Mount Vernon to Ronald and Deneva Goodman of Everson, he completed home school, attended Bellingham Technical College and was training to become an electrical technician at Alpha Technologies. He enjoyed music, computers and golf. He was an accomplished musician. Survivors include his parents, Ronald and Deneva Goodman of Everson; brother Jay Goodman of Bellingham; sister Zoyan Triglia of Minden, Nev.; grandparents John and Dorothy Goodman of Everson; and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. Arrangements are by Greenacres Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 9 Jul 1998) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GOODMAN, Eileen J., age 76 of Bellingham, WA, passed away Thursday, October 12, 1995. Born September 4, 1919 in Bellingham to John and Claire (Erickson) Collings, she was a lifetime resident of Whatcom County; member of Immanuel Bible Church; was an avid painter on canvas and ceramic. Preceded in death by her husband, Leo C. Goodman, June 28, 1980 and her mother Claire Collings, October 7, 1994. Survived by 3 sisters-in-law, Betty Collings of Lynden, WA; Vivian Goodman and June Ewing both of Bellingham; numerous nieces, nephews, grand nieces and grand nephews. Funeral Service Sunday, October 15, 1995, 2 p.m. at Jones-Moles Funeral Home with Reverend Jerry Wilson officiating. Private burial Woodlawn Cemetery.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 14 Oct 1995) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GOODMAN, Elinborg May - A memorial service for E. May Goodman will be at 3 p.m. today at Ballard First Lutheran Church in Seattle. Mrs. Goodman died Saturday, Jan. 10, 1998, in Seattle. She was 83. She lived in Bellingham and Marietta for 20 years and was a member of the Icelandic Club of Seattle. She was preceded in death by her husband, Louis.

GOODMAN, Gertrude Hawley died Monday, July 26, 1993, in Blaine. She was 85. Visitation will be held from 2 to 6 p.m. today and 9 am to noon Thursday at Jerns & McKinney Funeral Chapel in Blaine. A graveside service will be held at 1 p.m. Thursday at Greenacres Memorial Park, with a memorial service to follow at 2 p.m. at Jerns & McKinney Funeral Home in Blaine. Born May 7, 1908 in Blaine to David and Pearl Hawley Larson, she lived most of her life there. She also lived in Bellingham from 1919 to 1921. Mrs. Goodman attended Blaine High School, where she was class president for two years and student body treasurer for two years. She graduated in 1927. She also attended Bellingham Business College and Bellingham Normal School, now Western Washington University, each for one year. She worked in a Blaine cafe her parents owned, Larson's Cafe for many years. She also worked at the Blaine Drug Store for 25 years as a clerk and bookkeeper, retiring in 1970. She married H. O. "Mannie" Goodman in 1936. He died in 1977. Mrs. Goodman was a member of the Ruth Chapter of the Order of the Eastern Star, serving as worthy matron, deputy instructor and grand representative. She also was a member of Chapter G, P.E.O, Sisterhood of Blaine; the Birthday Club and the Music Study Club of Blaine. Survivors include many aunts, uncles and cousins including Gertrude Robinson of Tacoma, Donna Tremaine of Lynden and Thelma Isackson of Blaine.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 28 Jul 1993) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GOODMAN, Harry S., age 81, of 1304 W. Illinois, passed away Thurs. July 25, (1985). Mr. Goodman had been a resident of Bellingham for many years and was a retired grocer having been one of the owners of the Fair Market. He was preceded in death by his wife Bernice in 1982. He leaves to survive 2 sons, John M. of City and Donald B. of Puyallup; 5 grandchildren, Terry, Ron, Mark, Sarah & Debra; 3 brothers, Kay, Walt and Jon Goodman; 2 sisters, June Ewing and Florence Ramsay, all of this city; several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be conducted on Wed. July 31 at 11 a.m. in the Chapel of the Westford Funeral Home. Interment Woodlawn Cemetery.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 30 Jul 1985) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GOODMAN, Herman O. (Mannie) who resided at 315 Martin St. Blaine, passed away in the Stafholt Nursing Home, Nov. 29. He was 84 years old. Surviving his wife, Gertrude numerous relatives and friends. He moved to the Blaine area in 1902 and served as a game warden in and around the Blaine area for 35 years. He retired in 1959. He was a Past Master of the Kulshan Lodge No. 186 and a 32nd Degree Mason. He was also Past Patron of the Eastern Star No. 52. Funeral services will be held at Veroskes McKinney Chapel in Blaine, Fri., Dec. 2 at 10:30 a.m. Interment in Greenacres Memorial Park.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 1 Dec 1977) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GOODMAN, Kay L., age 85, of 23 10 E St., passed away Tues. July 28, (1987). He had been a retired truck driver; graduate of Whatcom High School; attended Bellingham Normal School; member of Teamsters Union Local No. 231. He is survived by his wife Frances; 2 brothers, Walter Goodman, Jon Gooodman; 1 sister Mrs. June Ewing, all of Bellingham; numerous nieces, nephews & other relatives. Graveside Services will be conducted Fri. July 31 at 2 p.m. in Woodlawn Cemetery. Under the direction of Westford Funeral Home.

GOODMAN, Lester B, born March 6, 1952 in Bellingham, WA. Passed away Monday April 14, 2003, in Bellingham. He spent his whole life enjoying the people and beauty of Whatcom County. Born to Fred L and Jean (Munro) Goodman, he attended Franklin Grade school, Fairhaven Junior High and was the first four year class to graduate from Sehome High. He grew up boating with his family in the San Juan Islands and water skiing on local lakes. He reef netted on Lummi Island during High school and fished in Alaska after High School. He felt he had the best job a young man could want, known as the "Bud Man" he worked many years for Sound Beverage Distributing. Later he worked for Whatcom County M & O, on the road and sign crew. He felt overwhelmed at the support and encouragement they gave him when he became ill. He was a volunteer fireman at Whatcom County Fire District 7, North Bellingham Station for 26 years before retiring. The lifelong friends made there were "the best of the best" in our community. Married Penny McBeath his high school sweetheart in 1972, they have two children and one granddaughter. Tanya lives and works in Seattle, and has been a real support during his treatment. Trevor lives in Virginia Beach and is currently on the USS Abraham Lincoln in the Persian Gulf. Dad is very proud of both of his children and the adults they have become. Granddaughter Mikaila will miss rubbing Poppa Les bald head, and riding on his tractor with him. Les enjoyed boating, camping on the river, Elk hunting in eastern Washington, ice fishing in Canada and partying with friends. He was preceded in death by his nephew Travis Goodman, and is survived by his parents, wife and children, brother's family Fred, Trudie and Taylor of Bellingham. A memorial service will be held on Monday, April 21 at 11:00 at The Good Shepherd Community Church at 1254 W Smith Road, Bellingham.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 18 Apr 2003) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GOODMAN, Sigmundur Leonard - A memorial service for Sigmundur Leonard Goodman of Bellingham will be at 3 p.m. Friday at Redeemer Lutheran Church with the Rev. Carl O. Fischer officiating. Mr. Goodman died at home Monday, Sept. 15, 1997. He was 77. He was born July 25, 1920, to Jon and Lilja Halldorson Goodman in the Icelandic farming community of Leslie, Saskatchewan, Canada. Mr. Goodman joined the Royal Canadian Army in 1939 and volunteered for the First Special Service Forces North American Group in 1942, serving in the European-African campaign for more than two years. He married Laura Halldorson in 1942. She died in 1975. Mr. Goodman moved to Blaine in 1946 and became a U.S. citizen in 1949. He was a dairy farmer in the Custer area and worked as a fisher and in construction. After retiring, Mr. Goodman raised Simmental cattle in Alger. He married Juanita Wyman in 1983. He enjoyed dancing, playing bridge and watching the Seattle Mariners. In addition to his first wife, Mr. Goodman was preceded in death by sister Dora and brother Frank. Survivors include his wife, daughters Lynne Shelton of Whitehorn and Lillian Megard of Laurel; step-daughters Theresa Wyman and Tami Strickland, both of Skagit County; stepsons Brad Wyman, Mark Wyman and Rany Wyman, all of Skagit County, and Tom Koontz of Spokane; five grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews.

GOODMAN, Viola A., formerly of Whatcom County, died Tuesday, June 20, 1995, in Beaverton Ore. She was 74. Born Dec. 7, 1920 in Alberta, Canada, she lived in Whatcom County from 1927 to 1993. Mrs. Goodman retired as a cook for the Bellingham School District. She was a past worthy matron of Maple Leaf Chapter No. 58 Order of Eastern Star. She also was a member of the Elks Lodge. She was preceded in death by her husband, Walter I. Goodman. Survivors include daughter Rae Nolan of Beaverton and two granddaughters.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 11 Jul 1995) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GOODMAN, Vivian C., age 83, of Bellingham, WA, passed away Wednesday, February 12, 1997, in Bellingham. She was born to William and Emma Oakes on June 22, 1913, in Bellingham. Preceded in death by husband, Jon Goodman on January 3, 1992. Vivian was a lifetime resident of Bellingham, and had been an avid golfer. She worked for the Department of Social and Health Services in Bellingham for 35 years. Survived by two sisters-in-law, June and husband Archie Ewing of Bellingham, and Lois Oakes of Seattle; many nieces, nephews, cousins; close friend, Lorenz Hale of Bellingham. Funeral Services will be Sunday, February 15, 1997, 2:00 p.m. at Jones-Moles Funeral Home. Private burial in Greenacres Memorial Park. Jones-Moles Funeral Home.

GOODMAN, Walter, 73, of 2630 Jaeger St., died Saturday (June 4, 1988) in a Bellingham hospital. Mr. Goodman was a life member of the Bellingham Elks Club, a member of 151 F&AM Masonic Lodge and an Army veteran of World War II. He is survived by his wife, Viola, at home; a daughter, Rae Nolan of Portland, Ore.; a brother Jon Goodman of Bellingham; a sister June Ewing of Bellingham; and two grandchildren. Preceded in death by his parents, Sarah and Minta Goodman; 3 brothers and 6 sisters. Funeral services will be conducted Mon. June 13, 1 p.m. in Woodlawn Cemetery. Westford Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 12 Jun 1988) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GOODWIN, John of Bellingham died Tuesday, Aug 22, 2000, in Alaska. He was 43. Mr. Goodwin was born Oct. 1, 1956, to Douglas and Katherine (Foskett) Goodwin in Philadelphia. He married Adriana Scholten on Oct. 13, 1985, in White Rock, B.C. He worked for Foss Maritime and was a tugboat captain. He enjoyed scuba diving, skiing, sailing, hiking, biking and playing the guitar. Mr. Goodwin was preceded in death by his parents. Mr. Goodwin is survived by his wife of the family home; brothers Doug Goodwin of Pennsylvania, Red Goodwin of Blaine, Dave Goodwin of Tennessee, Tom Goodwin of New Jersey and Chuck Goodwin of Louisiana; sisters Jean Goodwin of Pennsylvania, Donna Goodwin of New Jersey, Betty Drake of Boston and Linda Wright of Illinois and 26 nieces and nephews and many other friends and family members. Funeral arrangements are pending with Jones-Moles Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 27 Aug 2000) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GORDON, Ada Stephens, a teacher locally for 40 years, died Saturday (Sept. 5, 1987). Stephens, 84, of 5359 Belfern Drive, was born March 27, 1903 in Acme to Clara and William Stephens, pioneers of the Acme area. She lived her entire life in Whatcom County, mostly on the family homestead. She was a member of Acme Presbyterian Church; Daughters of the Nile; Zenobia Club; Welcome Senior Citizens and the Retired Teacher's Association. She also was past matron of Nooksack Chapter 171 O.E.S. Survivors include a son, Stephen Gordon of Bellingham; a daughter, Nan Gordon of Seattle; three grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Memorial services will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday at Acme Presbyterian Church with Rev. Neil Higbee officiating. Cremation will follow at Greenacres Crematorium. Arrangements are by Jones Funeral Home.

GORDON, Ben, 800 16th St, died Tuesday (Dec. 17, 1985) in a local hospital. He was 80. He was born June 25, 1905 in Montana and came to Bellingham in 1929. He was a member of the Beth Israel Synagogue and for many years was manager for Gordon Auto. Mr. Gordon retired in 1960. Mr. Gordon was an avid sport fisherman on the Nooksack River and was a well-known bay fisherman. He was a life member of B'nai B'rith. He was preceded in death by his wife Cecelia in 1974. Survivors include a daughter, Sharon Greer of California, and a nephew, Bill Gordon of Bellingham. Rabbi Frederick Gartner will officiate at funeral services at 2 p.m. Thursday in the Jerns & LeVeck Funeral Chapel. Burial will follow in Beth Israel Cemetery, located in Bayview Cemetery.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 18 Dec 1985) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GORDON, Cecile R., 67, 800 16th St., died Wednesday (Dec. 25, 1974) in a local hospital. She was a 43-year resident of this city and a member of the Beth Israel, Women of Fairhaven and the Senior Activity Center. Surviving are the widower, Ben Gordon of Bellingham; one daughter Mrs. Sharon Greer of Calif.; two sisters, Mrs. Amelia Leopold of Calif., and Mrs. Relda Johnson of Spokane. Funeral services were conducted Thursday with Rabbi Frederick S. Gartner officiating. Burial was in Beth Israel Cemetery. Funeral arrangements were under the direction of Bingham & Jerns Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 26 Dec 1974) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GORDON, Clifford Vern passed away on Sunday, July 2, 2006. Cliff was born in Indianapolis, IN in 1928. The family moved to Washington D.C. during the Depression to secure work. Cliff joined the Merchant Marines in 1945 and saw many corners of the world. Later he joined the U.S. Army and was stationed in post-war Germany. Cliff drove a cab in Washington D.C. and Chicago, IL for 25 years. He visited the Soviet Union in 1969 when that was unusual to do. After a couple visits, he moved to Bellingham in 1998. Cliff was preceded in death by his sister Maxine Hoffman. He is survived by his nephew Nicholas Hoffman. Private family services will be held.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 23 Jul 2006) Submitted by Merrily Lawson

GORDON, Lucinda Jane, Everson, Route 2, passed away January 17, (1943) following a short illness, at the age of 72 years. Mrs. Gordon had lived in the district for the past eighteen years, and was a member of the Methodist Church at Morristown, Indiana. Besides many friends she leaves to mourn one daughter, Mrs. Mary Schuett, Everson, Route 2; four sisters, Mrs. May McKee, Mrs. Margaret Benedict, Mrs. Martha Blackmier, all of Indianapolis, Indiana, and Mrs. Ella Kinsley, San Francisco; three brothers, Dudley and Harrison Bravard of Anderson, Indiana, and John Bravard of Sumas. Services will be conducted by the Rev. Clarence Lund of Nooksack Wednesday, January 20, at 2 p.m. from the Gillies Mortuary Home in Sumas. Interment will follow in the Lynden Cemetery.

GORDON, William A., a well-known Bellingham businessman, died Saturday (April 4, 1987) at his residence. He was 62. Mr. Gordon, who was born March 6, 1925, was the former owner of Gordon Auto Parts. He took over the State Street business after his father Henry died in 1952. He retired about 5-1/2 years ago. Mr. Gordon was a past president of the Congregation Beth Israel, a member of the International Foot-printers Association, Bellingham Golf and Country Club, B'Nai-Brith and the American Contract Bridge League. He was a veteran of World War II, having served as a medic with the U.S. Army. Survivors include his wife Rita, of the family home; one son Henry G. Gordon of Bellingham; two daughters, Gayle Gordon of Bremerton and Jennifer Engstfeld of Snohomish; one granddaughter; his mother Sadie Schiller of Bellingham; and one sister, Fay Samuels of Portland, Ore. Funeral services will be at 2:30 p.m. Monday at Westford Funeral Home. Burial will be in Bayview Cemetery.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 5 Apr 1987) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GORRIE, Ray, age 79, of Ferndale, passed away Thurs., Dec 1, 2002 in Bellingham. He was born Jan 19, 1923 in Grand Blanc, MI to Tom and Edith (Robinson) Gorrie and had been a 20 year resident of Whatcom County. He served in the U.S. Marine Corps during WWII in the South Pacific. Mr. Gorrie worked for Michigan Bell Telephone for 40 years before retiring to Whatcom County. He is survived by his wife Inez of the family home; sons Dave of Guemes Island and Mark of Portland, OR and granddaughters Samantha of Chicago, IL and Katie of Saginaw, MI. A memorial service will be held Tues, Dec 17, 1 p.m. in Greenacres|Moles Funeral Home Chapel.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 15 Dec 2002) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GORSEGNER, Darriel Louis - 05/05/1934 - 04/21/2013 Darriel Gorsegner, age 78, passed away in Lynden, WA on April 21, 2013.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 28 Apr 2013) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GORSEGNER, Iola Eileen - Visitation for Iola Eileen Gorsegner will be from 6 to 8 p.m. tonight at Greenacres Funeral Home. Private burial will be in Greenacres Memorial Park. Mrs. Goregner died Monday, Oct. 6, 1997 in Lynden. She was 88. Born Jan 24, 1909 to Edwards and Effie McMillan Blowers in Friday Harbor, she lived in Whatcom County for 52 years. She married Emil Gorsegner in 1930 in Friday Harbor. Mrs. Gorsegner was preceded in death by her husband in 1995, son Darien and two brothers. Survivors include daughter Elaine Pekema of Ferndale, sons Dale Gorsegner of Lynden and Darriel Gorsegner of Arkansas, sister Evelyn Kennedy of Seattle, 13 grandchildren, three great-grandchildren, three great-great-grandchildren and other relatives.
(From The Bellingham Herald 7 Oct 1997) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GORSEGNER, Jeffrey Leonard - A memorial service for Jeffrey "Jeff" Leonard Gorsegner of Sacramento, Calif., formerly of Bellingham, will be at 1 p.m. June 10 at Greenacres Funeral Home in Ferndale. Mr. Gorsegner died Sunday, May 21, 2000, in Sacramento. He was 41. Mr. Gorsegner was born Jan. 10, 1959, to Dale and Mary Jane (Billman) Gorsegner in Bellingham. Survivors include daughter Bree Lyn Gorsegner of Lynden; mother Mary Jane Billman of Kelso; father Dale and wife Elaine Gorsegner of Lynden; brothers Chris Gorsegner of Blaine, Donald Gorsegner of Lynden, Carl Gorsegner of Alaska and David Gorsegner of Denver and many nieces and nephews.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 3 Jun 2000) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GORSUCH, Berniece Margaret, 61, of 5840 Church Rd., Ferndale, passed away Friday, May 27, (1977). She had been a resident of Whatcom County for 37 years and was recently retired as Department Head of Vocational Home Economics at Bellingham High School where she had taught for 17 years. She is survived by her husband Ted; 5 sons, Harvey of Bellingham; Gary of Sherwood, Oregon; Charles of Wenatchee; Douglas of Ferndale; and Kurt of Spokane; 2 daughters, Mrs. Margaret Moles, Bellingham and Mrs. Miriam Ebinger of Everett; her father Mr. Osmond B. Hauge of Ferndale; 1 brother, Mr. John Hauge of Tacoma; 1 sister, Mrs. Alfred "Dee" Swanstrom of Gig Harbor; 15 grandchildren, 3 nieces and 6 nephews. Funeral services will be conducted by Rev. Gary W. Gorsuch, Thursday, June 2 at 1 p.m. at Jones Funeral Home. Interment Greenacres Memorial Park.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 1 Jun 1977) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GORSUCH, Elvena passed away on December 23, 2002. She was 84, born August 17, 1918 in Napa, CA to Harry and Elvena (Amstutz) Otter. Elvena was a long-time resident of Whatcom County. She moved here as a young girl from California after the death of her mother, and was raised by her Aunt Deming. She graduated from Whatcom High School in the last class before Bellingham High School opened. After her marriage to Howard in 1940, they started raising their family in Ferndale. Elvena clerked at Yeagers before her retirement. She moved to the Shoreview Condominiums and mothering all of the residents there was a high priority for her. Those who lived in the Fairhaven neighborhood will remember her many walks with her white American Eskimo dog, "Mikie". Elvena enjoyed knitting, reading, volunteering at the Senior Center, and most of all loved her family. She was a member of the Unity Church of Bellingham. Elvena was a special person to those who knew her and loved her, and will be missed very much. Elvena was preceded in death by her parents and her husband. Elvena is survived by her sons, John, Robert and wife Mary, William and wife Rachele, Gerald and wife Debra; six grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be held Tuesday, Dec. 31, 2002, at 1:00 p.m. at Greenacres|Moles Funeral Home.

GORSUCH, Sadie E., aged 75 years, passed away at Ferndale Monday (March 10, 1941), following a long illness. She is survived by three daughters, Mrs. Grace Beall, of Vashon Island, Mrs. Jeanne Kelley, of Ellensburg and Helen Gorsuch, of Hilo, Hawaii; one son, E. J. Gorsuch, of Ferndale; eight grandchildren and two great grandchildren. The body rests at the Monroe Funeral Chapel in Ferndale and will be taken to Vashon Island where funeral and burial services will be held Wednesday, March 12.

GORUM, Fred W., who was well known in the logging industry throughout northwest Washington, died Monday (Sept. 15, 1986). Mr. Gorum, 65, of Sedro-Woolley, was born Jan. 5, 1921, in Seattle. He lived in the Whatcom and Skagit county area since 1938. Mr. Gorum was one of the originators of the Deming Logging Show, with which he was associated for 23 years. He competed at the first show in 1963 and was a competitor for 13 years, being named All-around Logger nine times. He entered many events, but his favorite was hand-bucking, family members said. He married Roberta Hammer March 14, 1943 and two years later they purchased land in Wickersham. He worked as a superintendent at the Alpine Log Co. for 17 years. Mr. Gorum was a member of the Mt. Vernon Elks Lodge 1604. Survivors include his wife of the family home; two sons, Bernard James of Forks and Bradley of the family home; four daughters, Bonita Beers of Bellingham, Beverly Sygitowicz of the south Lake Whatcom area, Barbara Stromme of Saxon and Betty Jo Gorum of the family home; ten grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; four sisters, Thelma Gilkey of Mount Vernon, Rachel Quady of Whidbey Island, Hazel Chaney of Whidbey Island and Burla Purnell of Marysville; and a brother, Harold Smalley of Caruthers, Calif. Services will be at 11 am Friday at Lemley Chape, Sedro-Woolley, with the Rev. Don Wantlind officiating. Burial will be in Saxon Cemetery. A reception at the Deming Logging Show Museum on Goshen Road will be after the reception.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 18 Sep 1986) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GORZE, Dorene P. - A memorial service for Dorene P. (Sanford) Gorze of Bellingham will be at 2 p.m. today at Jones-Moles Funeral Home, with the Revs. Donald A. Cornell and Robert E. Johnson officiating. Mrs. Gorze died Friday, Nov. 24, 2000, at St. Joseph Hospital. She was 65. Born Nov. 16, 1935, to Thomas and Enola (O'Toole) Sanford in Bellingham, she was a lifetime Whatcom County resident. Mrs. Gorze drove Ferndale School District bus No. 22 for 15 years. Mrs. Gorze attended Christ the King Community Church and was a former member of Zion Lutheran Church, where she served as wedding coordinator. She also was the former social director at Beachwood Resort in Birch Bay. Survivors include daughters Kim M. and Torie Gorze, both of Bellingham; son William Gorze of Sandy, Ore.; brother Robert Sanford of Ketchikan, Alaska; sisters Lana Day of Bellingham, Ramona Pruesfer of Lynden and Maurene Anderson of Port Angeles; and many nieces, nephews and other relatives. Arrangements are by Moles Funeral Home of Ferndale.

GORZE, Glen, age 44, of 3980 Grandview Rd, Ferndale, passed away Tues., Feb. 20, 1979. Glen was a lifetime resident of Whatcom Co. A member of Zion Lutheran Church, the Bellingham Yacht Club and was an employee of Bellingham Sash and Door. He is survived by his wife, Dorene. 1 son, William at home. 2 daughters: Kim of B'ham and Torrie at home. His mother, Ida of Custer. 2 brothers: Ray of Denver, Colorado and Maynard of Blaine. 1 sister Irene "Micky" Smith of Custer. Numerous other relatives. Funeral services will be conducted by Rev. Robert E. Johnson, Thurs., Feb 22nd at 2 p.m. at Zion Lutheran Church. Burial will follow in Enterprise Cemetery. Friends may pay their respects at Moles Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald. 21 Feb 1979) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GORZE, Ida A., age 83 of 2027 Washington St., Ferndale, passed away Thursday, October 13, 1983. Ida had been a resident of Whatcom County for 48 years, was a member of Zion Lutheran Church and was preceded in death by her husband, William A. (Bill) Gorze in 1978 and a son Glen Gorze in 1979. She is survived by 2 sons, Ray and his wife Margaret Gorze of Denver, Colorado; Maynard and his wife JoAnne Gorze of Blaine; 1 daughter, Irene (Micky) and her husband David Long of Ferndale; 13 grandchildren; 10 great grandchildren. Funeral services will be Monday, October 17, at 1 p.m. in Zion Lutheran Church with Rev. Robert E. Johnson officiating. Burial to follow in Enterprise Cemetery. Friends may pay their respects at Moles Funeral Home, Sunday, Oct 16 between 1 p.m. and 5 p.m.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 17 Oct 1983) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GORZE, William A. (Bill), age 76 of 3905 Lynden-Birch Bay Rd, Ferndale, passed away suddenly Friday, Feb. 24, 1978. Mr. Gorze had been a resident of Whatcom Co. for 42 years, was a member of Zion Lutheran Church, was a retired farmer and Ferndale school bus driver and had been active in the Blaine and Ferndale Senior Citizens. He is survived by his wife, Ida; 3 sons, Ray of Denver, CO, Maynard of Blaine; Glen of Ferndale; a daughter Irene "Mickey" Smith in Elkhorn, Wisconsin; a sister Martha Weichselbaum of Minneapolis, Minn.; 12 grandchildren; 7 great grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be conduced by Rev. Robert E. Johnson, Tues. Feb. 28th at 1:30 p.m. in Zion Lutheran Church. Burial will follow in Enterprise Cemetery under the direction of Moles Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 27 Feb 1978) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GORZELANCYK, Edna, age 83 of 702 32nd St., died Sunday Feb. 17, 1980. A resident of Bellingham for the past 30 years she was a member of Assumption Church and Senior Citizens. She is survived by 1 brother, Wallace Judkins of Tacoma; 1 sister, Mrs. Bernice Stearns of Bellingham; 2 nieces, Dorothy Nystrom of Anacortes and Delores Adams of Calif. Those wishing to view Mrs. Gorzelancyk may come to Jones Funeral Home Thursday evening between 7 and 8:30 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial Fri. Feb. 22, 11:15 a.m. in Assumption Church, with Father John Smith officiating. Interment Greenacres Memorial Park.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 21 Feb 1980) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GOSHORN, Patricia Ann - A graveside service for Patricia Ann Goshorn of Maple Falls will be at 11 a.m. today in Maple Falls Cemetery with Jimmy Williams officiating, followed by a reception at the Black Mountain Boy Scout Camp at Silver Lake. Mrs. Goshorn died of complications from Lou Gehrig's disease Sunday, Jan. 24, 1999, at a Bellingham care facility. She was 57. She was born March 14, 1941, to Ronald and Elizabeth Young Arnett in Seattle and graduated from Snohomish High School in 1959. On Nov. 18, 1960, she married Stan Goshorn. She moved to Whatcom County in 1967. For 25 years, Mrs. Goshorn worked as a foster parents. Because of her dedication to parenting handicapped children, she was once featured as Someone Special in The Bellingham Herald. Survivors include her husband, of the family home; daughters Cynthia Goshorn of Bellingham and Wanda Graham of Fredericksburg, Va.; sister Pam Joyce of North Royalton, Ohio; three grandchildren; and many other relatives. Arrangements are by Gillies Funeral Home.

GOSLIN, Lester Paul - Services for Lester Paul (Ketichina) Goslin Sr. of Bellingham will be held at noon Sunday at Jerns Funeral Chapel, with the Rev. Al Hester officiating. Mr. Goslin died Friday, Sept. 17, 1999, at Sehome Park Care Center. He was 89. Born Feb. 8, 1910, to Sophia (Spillman) and McKinney Goslin in Atcheson, Kan., Mr. Goslin spent his life in Alaska, Kansas and Washington and was a self-employed painter, carpenter, plumber and jack-of-all-trades. He also was an instructor at Haskell Indian College. Mr. Goslin was a master archer and carver and danced at the World's Fair in Seattle, demonstrating his mastery of Native American dance. He also was featured on the Stan Boreson Show, J.P. Patches, Engineer Bob and Soopy Sales Children's Show, all out of Seattle. Mr. Goslin was a member of the Kickapoo Tribe in Powhatton, Kan. His first wife of 10 years, Nona Goslin his second wife of 24 years, Margerette Goslin and third wife of 20 years, Pearl Goslin died previously. Survivors include sons Amos Goslin of Kansas and Lester Goslin Jr. daughters Esther George and Karen Green, both of Bellingham, Donna Cabrall of Bothell, Winona Goslin of California, Nancy Huesing of Hawaii, and Paula Carpenter of Alaska 22 grandchildren and many great-grandchildren.

GOSSAGE, Katherine, age 77 who resided at 4000 Flynn Street, passed away Thursday, Nov. 20, 1980. She had been a resident of Bellingham for the past 30 years and was Royal Matron, Court No. 25, Order of Amarath, Bellingham; Past Matron of Sehome Chapter No. 17, Order of Eastern Star; member of Nooksack No. 171, Order of Eastern Star; Past President of the Eagles Auxiliary, Sedro Woolley; Past President and Past Mother of Eagles Auxiliary, Bellingham. She leaves to survive her husband Paul of Bellingham; 2 daughters, Wilma Harnden of Wyoming; Jean Harrison of Tacoma; 2 sons, Frank Savers of Auburn; Robert Bierward of Sedro Woolley; daughter, 2 brothers, William Brunz of Nebraska; and Harry Brunz of Burlington; 1 sister, Elsie Fortin; 12 grandchildren; and 7 great grandchildren. Funeral services will be held Monday, Nov. 24 at 2 p.m. in the Veroske, Jerns & LeVeck Funeral Chapel with Rev. Lawrence Guderian officiating. Interment to follow in Greenacres Cemetery.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 22 Nov 1980) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GOSSAGE, Paul, age 90, passed away in Bellingham, Thursday, March 3, (1988). He was born February 5, 1898 in Oxly (sic), MO and has been a resident of this community for the last 30 years. He was a retired lineman for Puget Power, Past Master of Bellingham Bay Lodge No. 44, F&AM; Past Patron of Eastern Star, Sehome Chapter & Nooksack Chapter No. 171; Honorary Member of Fairhaven Lodge No. 73, F&AM; Life Member of National Rifleman's Assoc; and Member of International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, Local 77. He is survived by his wife Wilma of the family home; daughter JoAnn and husband David Gottschalk of Mt. Lake Terrace; step-daughter Sandra Starbuck of Bellingham; 3 step-sons, Richard Starbuck of Ohio, David Starbuck of CA, Tom Starbuck of Everson; 1 grandson; 9 step-grandchildren; 2 step-great grandchildren; cousin, Glen Gossage; numerous nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held 1:30 Monday, March 7 at Jerns LeVeck Funeral Chapel with Reverend Guderian officiating. Interment will follow at Greenacres Cemetery. Visitation will be held Saturday from 9-12 and Sunday from 2-4. Under the direction of Jerns LeVeck Funeral Chapel.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 6 Mar 1988) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GOSSETT, Berton L., passed away in a local convalescent center Dec. 10, (1977) at the age of 89. He had been a resident of Bellingham for the past 60 years and was a retired farmer. He leaves to survive 6 daughters, Julie Berger of Bellingham, Martha of Illinois, Gladys Shipek of Seattle, Reta Condon of Seattle, Ada Estes of Bellingham, Eunice Powell of Calif.; 11 grandchildren; 1 great grandchild. Cremation services were held Wed., Dec. 14 with ashes to be interred at Enterprise Cemetery under the direction of Bingham & Jones Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 14 Dec 1977) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GOTO, Ryan Jervis, 19, passed away Friday, September 12, 1997. He was born in Honolulu, Hawaii March 28, 1978 to Keith Alan Goto and Virginia Pricher Goto (Now Kreindl.) Ryan lived in Hawaii until he was 8. He loved the beaches and learned to surf. From 1986 until 1991 he lived in Austria with his mother. While in Austria he became an accomplished skier. On his return to the United States he lived in Florida and Honolulu until he moved to Bellingham in 1995. Ryan loved his family deeply and is survived by his infant son Shawn and his son's mother Russhel Gierke of Bellingham; father Keith Goto of Honolulu; mother Virginia Kreindl of Bellingham; brothers, Alan of Everson, Kevin of Honolulu; sister Kelly of Honolulu. In addition Ryan is survived by his maternal grandparents Lawrence and Audrey Pricher of Medford, Oregon and paternal grandparents Asakuma and Kazue Goto of Kaneohe, Hawaii and many other relatives residing elsewhere. Memorial services will be held Tuesday, September 16th at 4:30 p.m.at Westford Funeral Home, 1301 Broadway, Bellingham. Arrangements by Westford Funeral Home and Cremation Service.

GOTT, Dennis R., 86, old time Blaine resident, passed away at his home here (Blaine) Sunday (Feb. 11, 1940). In his early days he was in the express and moving business. He leaves to survive three sons, Harry, Bellingham; Clarence, Seattle, and Lee, Coulee City, and one daughter, Mrs. Edith Patton, Port Angeles. Funeral arrangements are being made at the Purdy-McKinney chapel.

GOUDETTE, John J., passed away May 5, (1933) at the age of 64 years. Surviving relatives are his wife, Mary Goudette, two sisters, Mable, of Minnesota, Mrs. George Gudbruth of North Dakota, three brothers, Ernest, of Blaine, N. A. Goudette of Sunnyside, Wn., William, of Stanwood, and 5 grandchildren. Services were held Tuesday at 1:00 p.m. from the St. Ann's Catholic church. Interment in the Blaine cemetery.

GOUDSWAARD, Martha, who moved to Lynden as an infant with her parents, died Saturday (July 25, 1987) at her home. Mrs Goudswaard, 77, of 712 Judson St.,Lynden, was born April 21, 1910 in The Netherlands and came here with her parents, Neil and Nellie VanderPol. She married Henry Goudswaard June 14, 1939 in Lynden. He died in 1980. She was a member of the First Christian Reformed Church in Lynden and was active with the Lynden Senior Center. Survivors include a son Arie Goudswaard of Ada, Mich.; five daughters, Nellie Kamerman of Manhattan, Mont., Marie Schroff of Colstrip, Mont., Adriana Laning of Wayland, Mich., Clara VanVoorst of Sioux Falls, SD, Ruth Navis of Racine, Wis.; six brothers, Paul VanderPol of Blaine, Bert VanderPol of Sunnyside, John VanderPol of Stanwood, Henry VanderPol of Mount Vernon; Mike VanderPol of Bellingham, and Neil VanderPol of Santa Marie, Calif.; two sisters, Pauline Page of Albany, Ore., and Gertie Rylaarsdam, Mount Vernon; and 19 grandchildren. Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Thursday at Frist Christian Reformed Church, with the Rev. Neil Rylaarsdam and the Rev. Jake Heckman officiating. Burial will be in Monumenta Cemetery. Arrangements are by Gillies Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 27 Jul 1987) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GOULD, Caroline Krestine (Dinnis), age 79, of 4212 Ankar Park Dr., passed away Fri., June 3, (1988) in a local nursing home. She was a member of Eastern Star; Senior Activity Center; Norway Hall; Latter Day Saints Church First Ward. She was preceded in death by her first husband John Goldsmith Dinnis in 1956. She leaves to survive her husband Isaac P. Gould; 1 son John Robin Dinnis of Ken; 4 daughters, Marilyn Penny Richards of Riverton, WY, Martena Louise Markel of Bellingham, Caroline Sherrie Dinnis of Anchorage, AK, Marcia Ann Stelzer of Chiniak, AK; 2 step-sons, Brad Allen Gould of Lynden and Richard Isaac Gould of Ketchikan, AK; 2 step-daughters, Sandra Gould of Longview, WA and Carol Edie of Ferndale; 19 grandchildren; 2 great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held Mon., June 6, 1 p.m. at the First Ward Chapel of LDS on James St, Bishop Daniel Erickson officiating. (From The Bellingham Herald, 6 Jun 1988) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GOULD, David A., died on Oct. 5, 2002 at Sehome Park Care Center in Bellingham, WA following an extended illness. His wife, Stella, and 2 daughters were by his side. David was born Jan. 3, 1924 in Longview, WA to Helen E. (Bishop) and George W. Gould. He grew up in Portland, OR and served during WWII in the South Pacific with the 46th Division Seabee's of the U.S. Navy. He returned to Portland where he married Stella O. Macy of Los Angeles, CA on 03/24/1946. They made their home in Seattle, WA where David was employed with JA Roebling & Sons, Co., and later Anaconda Ericsson. He is survived by his wife of 56 years, his daughter Pamela H. Gould of Lummi Island, WA and daughter & son-in-law, Janette E. (Gould) & Robert L. Force of Port Townsend, WA; four grandchildren and one great grandchild. His parents and his brother George W. Gould preceded him in death. A Memorial Service will be held in the spring of 2003 at Tierra Del Mar on the Oregon Coast. Ferndale|Moles Funeral Home & Cremation Service.

GOULD, Isaac Peter - Visitation for Isaac Peter Gould of Bellingham will be from 11 a.m. to 8 tonight and 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Thursday at Greenacres Funeral Home in Ferndale. Graveside inurnment will be at 2:30 p.m. Friday at Greenacres Memorial Park near Ferndale, with the Rev. Mark Warrington officiating. Mr. Gould died from heart attach complications Monday, Oct. 18, 1999 at his home. He was 85. Born May 8, 1914, to Isaac and Nellie (Watanbe) Gould in Unga, Alaska, he was a Whatcom County resident for 59 years. Mr. Gould began working at age 11 for the Bellingham-based Pacific American Fisheries in Squaw Harbor. After completing the eighth-grade, he began working full-time. He earned his captain's papers and continued working as a cannery tender captain and longshoreman until he retired from Excursion Inlet Packing when he was 65. Mr. Gould was involved in many activities sponsored by various Whatcom County senior centers. He met his wife Amelia at a Bellingham Senior Center dance. On June 14 1989, he married her at the Ferndale Senior Center. His first wife, Velma Callendar Gould; second wife, Caroline Dennis (sic) Gould; and son Richard Gould preceded him in death. Survivors include his wife, Amelia, of the family home; daughters Carol Edie of Ferndale and Sandra Gould of Toledo, Wash; son Brad Gould of Bellingham; step children Martina Markle of Bellingham, Robin Dennis (sic) of Kent, Sherry Dennis (sic) and Marcy Stelzer, both of Alaska; Albert, Warren and Joanna Fyfe, all of Anchorage, Alaska; and Penny Richards of Wyoming; sisters Martha Kent and Catherine Bailey, both of Bellingham; brother Peter Gould of Vancouver, Wash.; and many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 20 Oct 1999) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GOULD, Josephine Justina, age 63 of Ferndale, passed away Sept. 21, 1998 at her home. Mrs. Gould was born August 18, 1935 in Belkofski, Alaska to Nicholas and Justine (Kuzakin) Dushkin. She enjoyed gardening, crafts, knitting, crocheting and making different things for her family and friends. She married Nick Gould in Seattle September 17, 1955 and has been a 32 years Whatcom County resident. She is survived by her husband of the family home; two daughters, Janice Sturrock of Lynden and Julie Stafford of Blaine; her son, Mickey Gould of Bellingham; her mother Justina Dushkin of homer, Alaska; her four brothers, Steve Dushkin of Anchorage, George Dushkin of Stewart, AK, Nicholas Dushkin, Jr. of Anchorage and Eugene Dushkin of Mesa, AZ; her four sisters, Anges Dushkin of Seldovia, AK; Alice Balamoutoff of Anchorage, AK; Annie Bernard of Portland, OR; and Sara Turner of Ferndale; five grandchildren; many nieces and nephews. A Funeral Service, officiated by Rev Don Walter, Pastor Emeritus, will be held 1 p.m. Friday, September 25, 1998 in the Jerns Funeral Chapel followed by burial in Enterprise Cemetery.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 25 Sep 1998) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GOULD, Muriel, 77, passed away on October 2, 2002 in Bellingham, Washington. She was born in Minnesota on May 20, 1925. She married Orrin E. Gould in 1949. They spent most of their married life and raised their two children in Champaign, Illinois. Orrin, deceased in 1998, was a professor of science education at the University of Illinois. Muriel worked as a public health nurse for the State of Illinois at the Carle Clinic and Planned Parenthood. Muriel will be remembered as a progressive thinker dedicated to community service and social justice manifested through her love of nursing. She brought joy to those around her with her clever wit, sage advice, and exquisite taste. Muriel is survived by her two children Laurie Hoyt and Orrin Steven Gould, six grandchildren, and one great-grandchild, all of whom currently reside in Washington. Laurie Hoyt at 4038 Willowbrook Lane, Bellingham, WA 98229 will receive correspondence. A memorial service will be conducted at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, October 19, 2002 at the First Congregational Church in Bellingham. Jones|Moles Funeral Home & Cremation Service.

GOULD, Nellie Jane, 90, 3023 Peabody St., died Tuesday (Dec. 18, 1984). Born April 29 1894 in Beloski (sic), Alaska, she had been a Bellingham resident since 1951. She was a member of the Russian Orthodox Church. Survivors include two sons, three daughters, 17 grandchildren, numerous great-grandchildren, five great-great-grandchildren, and nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by a daughter Rachel Elmore in 1971 and by her husband Isaac in 1973. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Friday at Greenacres Funeral Home with burial to follow in Greenacres Memorial Park, under direction of Jones Funeral home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 19 Dec 1984) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GOULD, Orrin - A graveside service for Orrin Gould, 72, of Bellingham will be at 3 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 27, 1998, at the Veteran's Plaza a Bayview Cemetery, with a memorial service at 4 p.m. at First Congregational Church in Bellingham. Mr. Gould died Monday, Jan. 19, 1998, in Bellingham. Born March 27, 1925, in Mankato, Minn., to Orrin and Florence (Herrley) Gould Sr., he married Muriel McIntire in Hutchinson, Minn., on Aug. 21, 1949. She survives him at the family home. As a corporal in the U.S. Infantry during World War II, he was an expert rifleman. He fought in the Battle of the Bulge and on D-Day, He was awarded two bronze stars for heroism. He was a professor at the University of Illinois at Champaign-Urbana from 1958 to 1995. He was a member of the American Legion, National Science Teachers Association, Illinois Science Teachers Association and Phi Delta Kappa. He enjoyed camping, reading, gardening, hiking and bridge. Mr. Gould was a leader in performance assessment in science for the Illinois Board of Education and in ISTA, and he was active in civil rights and the Urban League. Aside from his wife, survivors include daughter Laurie Hoyt of Bellingham, son Steve Gould of Norfolk, Va., grandchildren and a great-grandchild. Arrangements are by Jones-Moles Funeral Home & Cremation Service.

GOULD, Richard I. - Seattle resident Richard I. Gould, 42, formerly of Whatcom County, died Monday (Jan. 21, 1991) of a heart attack at Harborview Medical Center in Seattle. Mr. Gould was born on Aug. 17, 1948 in Bellingham. He graduated from Ferndale High School. Mr. Gould was a fisherman and member of the Alaska Fisherman's Union. Survivors include his father Isaac P. Gould of Bellingham; step-mother Millie Gould of Bellingham; a brother, Brad Gould of Lynden; sisters Sandra Gould of Longview and Carol Edie of Ferndale; and nieces and nephews. Services are pending with Bleitz Funeral home in Seattle.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 24 Jan 1991) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GOULD, Viola of 456 C St., Blaine, died Wednesday, Dec. 10, 1997. She was 92. Burial will be in Osage, Canada. She lived in Blaine for eight years and attended the Catholic church. Survivors include brothers Orville Keller of Blaine and Floyd Keller of Osage, five grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren and three great-great-grandchildren. Arrangements are by Jerns-McKinney Funeral Chapel.

GOWAN, Alma Marie - Visitation for Alma Marie Gowan of Bellingham will be from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday and from 1 to 4 p.m. Sunday at Jerns-LeVeck Funeral Chapel. A funeral will be at 10 a.m. Monday at Central Lutheran Church with the Rev. Len Erickson officiating. Mrs. Gowan died Tuesday, March 5, 1996 at St. Joseph Hospital. She was 73. Born Nov. 11, 1922 to Chris and Anna Christian Reinbold in Miles, she married Kenneth Gowan on May 30, 1944 in Davenport. She moved to Bellingham in 1948. She was a member of Central Lutheran Church altar guild and Bellingham Senior Activity Center. Mrs. Gowan enjoyed baking and canning. She also volunteered at Assumption Church serving meals to homeless people. Survivors include her husband of the family home; daughters Loretta Gowan of Bellingham and Rosemary Medford of Fircrest; twin brother Elmer Reinbold of Davenport; sisters Elaine Mellert of Camas, Irma Wollin of Davenport, Gladys Huffman of Vancouver, Wash., and Grace Rutherford of Yakima; and numerous nieces and nephews.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 7 Mar 1996) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GOWAN, Kenneth Daniel - On January 25, 2003, Ken Gowan died in a fall on his way to work out at the YMCA. He was born February 12, 1915 and grew up in the Skagit Valley where he worked for a time making concrete for Grand Coulee Dam. He attended college at Western State University where he met his wife, Alma. During their 52 year marriage, he was a pharmacist at St. Luke's General Hospital in Bellingham and various retail pharmacies in the area. He enjoyed gardening, electronics and lunch at the Senior Center. His wife passed away in 1996 and he is survived by two daughters, Loretta Gowan of Bellingham and Rosemary Medford of Fircrest and numerous extended family members. A Service of remembrance, officiated by Pastor Timothy Whiteman, will be held 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, February 5, 2003 in the Greenacres Funeral Home. The arrangements and services are under the direction of Jerns Funeral Chapel and On-Site Crematorium.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 2 Feb 2003) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GOWAN, Nettie E., age 97, of 1115 N. Garden St., Bellingham, died Thursday, March 14, 1991 at her residence. She was a school teacher for many years and active with the Senior Citizen Center. Nettie is survived by her son Kenneth and Alma Gowan of Bellingham; grandchildren Loretta Gowan and Rosemary Medford. Private family services will be held with interment in Greenacres Cemetery. Local arrangements by Jerns LeVeck Funeral Chapel.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 16 Mar 1991) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GOWING, Cyril T. - Bellingham resident Cyril T. Gowing, 75, died Monday (Nov. 19, 1990) at St. Joseph Hospital. Mr. Gowing, of 2327 Iron St., had been a local resident since 1965. He was born July 18, 1915 in London. He married Ruth Libby in 1957. She survives at the family home. He had been a maintenance worker for Pacific First Federal Savings Bank for 34 years. He enjoyed sailing. He sailed on the Oronsay in 1938 to Australia and back, the Durban Castle in 1941, the Almanvora until 1945, the Queen Elizabeth in 1945, and the Queen Mary in 1946. Mr. Gowing was also a miniature ship builder and enjoyed crewel and quilting work. Other survivors include daughter Donna Stout of Auburn; brother Sidney Gowing of Weymouth, England and two nieces. Services are pending with Westford Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 20 Nov 1990) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GRABAN, Alan W. - Visitation for Alan W. Graban of Green Valley, Ariz., will be from 4 to 8 p.m. Thursday and 9 to 11 a.m. Friday at Jones-Moles Funeral Home. A graveside service will be at 1 p.m. Friday at Greenacres Memorial Park with the Rev. Richard Talley officiating. A memorial service will follow at 2 p.m. at First Christian Church. Mr. Graban died Sunday, July 23, 1995 while on vacation in Oregon. He was 66. Born Feb 13, 1929, to Lorne and Ruth Stone Graban in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada, he married Elizabeth Foster on May 10, 1952 in Seattle. Mr. Graban worked in the banking business for 48 years. He was executive vice president at Bellingham National Bank for three years and was vice president and manager at Norwest Bank in Green Valley at the time of his death. Mr. Graban was a member of Doric Lodge No. 92 F&AM in Seattle and Quail Creek Country Club in Green Valley, and was a life Elks Lodge member. He also was a member of the Shriners Lodge in Tucson, Ariz, and was a member of its Jesters and Kachina Lodge. He also was a former member of Kiwanis in Seattle and of Bellingham Golf and Country Club. Survivors include wife of Green Valley; daughter Kimberlee S. Long of Bellingham; son Michael Murakami of Belleville, Ill.; sister Lois Hamilton of Fort Saskatchewan, Alberta, Canada; two grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 26 Jul 1995) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GRABAN, Betty received God's perfect healing and walked into His loving arms on Wednesday August 5th, (2009) after a long battle with Alzheimers disease. She was eighty years old. She was preceded in death by her loving husband Alan Graban in July of 1995. She is survived by her Daughter Kim Long of Ferndale; Grandson Jeremy Long and wife Megan, Granddaughter Jessica Ghramm; and Great Granddaughters Piper, Addie and Kylie. She is also survived by Mike Murakami of Belville, Illinois. Betty was born in Seattle Washington to Leander and Jessie Foster on May 11th, 1929. She was past president of the Seattle Milk Fund. Past member of the Bellingham Golf and Country Club and past Wyoming seniors Golf Champion. She served for the Salvation Army in Green Valley, AZ. Mom will be remembered for her love for her family and grandchildren, her love of golf and the many friends she had. A graveside service will be held Tuesday, August 11th at 1:00 p.m. at Greenacres Memorial Park, with reception following. Moles Funeral Home Bayview Chapel Bellingham.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 9 Aug 2009) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GRADY, Virginia Mae (Ginger) passed from this earth on Monday, August 6, 2007, at her home in Bellingham, Washington after a lengthy illness. She was born on December 28, 1941 in Red Wing, Minnesota, to Lorrin and Evelyn Jennings of Maiden Rock, Wisconsin. Ginger attended public schools in Maiden Rock and Mondovi, Wisconsin. After graduation, she was employed by Alvin L. Weidt and Associates, Architects in Minneapolis, Minnesota. In 1961, she was married to Charles (Chuck) Gross of Minneapolis; they lived at Ches Mar Farms in Excelsior, MN, where Ginger owned "Ginger's Attic," an antique shop. In 1944, Ginger was married to Roy Grady, whom she met on a trip to Israel. Ginger loved the Lord deeply. She was passionate about life every day. Her most previous moments in life were praying for people and worshiping the Lord. Ginger was preceded in death by her parents. She is survived by her husband Roy Grady, her sister Carol Jennings, her son David Gross, his wife Wendy and their son Ethan. Two step daughters, Leslie Martin, husband David and three grandchildren, Jessica, Jacob and Julia. Michelle Habib, her husband Dennis and two grandchildren, Sarah and Emily. A memorial service will be held Saturday August 11, 2007, 11 a.m. at Cornerstone Family Church, Bellingham with Pastor George Mead officiating.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 9 Aug 2007) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GRAF, Helen L., age 90 years, 1509 E. Victor Street, Bellingham, passed away Thursday, Oct. 6, 1994 in Bellingham. She was born to Edwin and Bertha (Malreit) Habeck in Kattenhofen, Germany on June 11, 1904 and moved to Bellingham in 1945. She was a member of Our Savior's Lutheran Church; was one of the founders of Gold Star Mothers in Bellingham and also a member of D.A.V. auxiliary. Helen was preceded in death by her husband Lorenz Graf in Sept. 1979 and by a son, Sonny Graf in 1945 and a daughter Helen Morvee in Aug. 1988. She is survived by two grandchildren, Anna Kassner of Everson and Kenny Morvee of Ferndale; 5 great grandchildren, Brigitte and Joshua Kassner, Adam, Jason and Benn Morvee; a great, great grandson Jessey Bailey. Graveside Services will be Tuesday, Oct. 11, 3 p.m. at Greenacres Memorial Park with Rev. James D. Stender officiating. Arrangements by Moles Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 9 Oct 1994) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GRAF, Lorenz E., age 22, son of Mr. and Mrs. Lorenz Graf, of 900 26th Street, was killed in action, February 26, 1945, in Hardt, Germany. He was in the Infantry, Company K, 333rd Regiment, _4th Division of the Ninth Army. He was a member of St. Matthews Lutheran Church in Oconomowoc, Wisconsin. Besides his parents, he is survived by his sister, Helen Louise, of the home, and his maternal grandparents. Funeral services were conducted Saturday, April 30, at 1:30 p.m. within the cathedral chapel of the Westford-Beck Funeral Home with the Rev. Gordon Loren, pastor of the First Lutheran Church, officiating, followed by military graveside services by the American Legion. Interment in Greenacres Memorial Park.

GRAFF, Henry, age 89, of 1323 1/2 North Forest, passed away Tuesday, Dec. 26, (1967) in a local rest home following an extended illness. He had resided in Bellingham for the past 58 years and prior to his retirement had worked several years for the Street Car Co. He is survived by three cousins, John Klineman and Anna K. Orr, both of Bellingham and Estella Millay of Everson. Graveside services will be held Friday at 2 p.m. in Hopewell Cemetery under the direction of Bingham & Jerns Funeral Home.

GRAGG, Georgie P., age 93, of 2726 Alderwood, passed away Thurs., Nov. 2, 1978. Miss Gragg had been a resident of B'ham for the past 88 years. She was retired Professor Emeritus at Western Wash. Univ., where she taught for 43 years. She leaves to survive a sister, Mrs. Frank Gilkey of Seattle; 3 nephews, John & Bob Miller of this city & Greg Gilkey of Cambridge [sic] Island; 2 nieces, Miss Jean Miller of Seattle & Mrs. Harvey Kamphenborg of Bellevue. Christian Science Services will be read Mon., Nov. 6 at 1 p.m. in the Chapel of the Westford Funeral Home. Cremation.

GRAGG, Helen - Funeral services for Miss Helen Gragg, Mercer Island, will be held at 2 p.m. tomorrow at Westford Funeral Home. Cremation will follow. Miss Gragg, who died Saturday (June 20, 1971), was a longtime resident of Seattle, and a retired writer, serving as president of the Quota Club of Seattle. She is survived by two sisters, Miss Georgie Gragg of Bellingham, and Mrs. Frank Gilkey of Seattle; three nephews, John and Bob Miller, both of Bellingham, and Gragg Gilkey of Bainbridge Island. (From The Bellingham Herald, June 21, 1971)Submitted by Jo Arcudia

GRAHAM, Bertha May - Death came suddenly Sunday morning (March 5, 1939) to Bertha May Graham, 65, of route 3, Bellingham, at her home. She had lived in the county twenty-seven years and was a member of the Broadway Presbyterian church, the Goshen Grange, the Goshen Ladies' Aid and the Rome Economic club. Samuel J. Graham, the husband, and the following others survive: One son, Cecil M. Graham, of Seattle; two daughters, Mrs. Violet M. Ashley, of Skamokaway, Wash., and Mrs. Mabel Schock, of Kelso; two brothers, James Greer, of Calgary, Alberta, and Herbert L. Greer, of Long Beach, Cal.; one sister, Mrs. Gertrude Greer, of Long Beach, and eight grandchildren. Funeral arrangements are pending at the Bingham-Dahlquist funeral home.

GRAHAM, Betty V., "Biddie" age 81, formerly of 2403 C St., passed away Mon., Jan. 24, (1983). Mrs. Graham had been a life resident of Whatcom County and was a member of the Church of the Assumption. She leaves to survive 2 sons, Harry F. of Seoul, Korea and Jack T. of Chappaqua, New York; 2 daughters, Betty Anne Moberg and Sally M. Lubetich, both of this City; 9 grandchildren; 1 brother, Jack Gerber; 2 sisters, Katherine Graham and Margaret Jones, all of this city. Mass of the Christian Burial will be offered Fri. Jan. 28 at 10:30 a.m. from the Church of the Assumption with Rev. Patrick Ritter officiating. Interment Greenacres. Under the direction of the Westford Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 27 Jan 1983) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GRAHAM, Blanche, died July 10, 2002 at St. Joseph's Hospital in Bellingham. Born in Troy, Idaho November 17, 1917, Blanche lived most of her life in Whatcom County. She married John ("Bud") Graham in 1941 and lived in Seattle and around the country after Bud joined the service. Their daughter Cathie was born in Seattle in 1943. The Graham family moved to Bellingham in 1945 where son John was born the next year. Husband Bud became a math teacher and taught at Whatcom Junior High School for many years. Blanche has worked as a beautician. For several years she also operated the Round House, a small take-out restaurant at Birch Bay, where her fish and chips were legendary. In 1959, Bud accepted a Fulbright teaching job in Istanbul, Turkey. The whole family spent an eventful year in Turkey, returning to Bellingham in 1960. They hosted two Turkish exchange students for six years and had many foster children in their care. After Bud died in 1972, Blanche remained in Bellingham and stayed active with the Unity Church. She sang for years with the Sweet Adelines and conducted them briefly before they disbanded. Most recently, she conducted the Note-ables, and sang in the trio group Harmony Express as well as in the Unity Church choir. Blanche always had an abundance of love to give and was generous in sharing it. She loved her many friends, and her family, including her children, grandchildren, and nieces and nephews in the U.S. and Canada. Her positive attitude and vibrant enthusiasm for life guided her through health struggles and heartache, and inspired those who knew and loved her. Blanche is survived by sister-in-law Isabella Graham of Bellingham, WA; daughter Cathie Henry and son-in-law James Henry of Lakewood, CO; son, John Graham and daughter-in-law Linda Collins of State College, PA; daughter-in-law Carolyn Graham of Maple Valley, WA; Ekrem Cifter of Istanbul, Turkey; three grandchildren and one great-grandchild; and a host of loving cousins, nieces, nephews, friends, and neighbors. A graveside service will be held at 10:00 a.m. Tuesday, July 16, 2002 at Greenacres Memorial Park, 5700 Northwest Drive, Ferndale. A Memorial Service will be held at 1:00 at the Unity Church, 1095 Telegraph Road, Bellingham, followed by a reception at the church.

GRAHAM, Calvin - A vacation trip to Hawaii ended in the tragic death of Calvin Graham of Lopez Island on January 14, (1976). While hiking with friends on Kauri (sic), he apparently suffered a stroke and fell from the cliff on which he was standing. Death was attributed to a stroke. A former resident of the Bellingham community, Mr. Graham attended school at North Bellingham and Ferndale High School. He was a member of Lopez Island range, a school board director, a volunteer fireman and a member of the Reefnetters Association in addition to operating a saw mill.
Survivors include his wife Shirley, his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Melvin Graham of North Bellingham; two sisters Mona Anderson of Puyallup and Donna Kjargaard of Lopez island; two brothers, Gerald of Arlington and Burton of Bellingham. Cremation was held at Hawaii. Memorial services were held Sunday in Lopez island Community Church with the Rev. Rice officiating.
(From the Westside Record Journal of January 21, 1976) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GRAHAM, Cecil L. - Burial services for Cecil L. Graham of Bellevue will be held at 12:30 p.m. Thursday at Woodlawn Cemetery, North Bellingham. A former teacher at North Bellingham, he is survived by his widow Gladys; a daughter Marceline Stixrud of Bellevue and two sons, Gaylord of Bellevue and Graham in California.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 10 Jul 1974) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GRAHAM, Charles J., age 76 of the Mt. Baker Apts. passed away in a local hospital Monday, Oct. 25, (1965). Mr. Graham had been a resident since 1935 and was a member of the International Brotherhood of Boilermakers Local No. 709. Survived by a daughter, Mrs. Arthur Quick, city, a son, Clifford and a niece Mrs. George Gibson both of Vancouver, B.C., a brother, Johnathan and a sister, Mrs. Bessie Trim both of Seattle. Private family services will be held in the Chapel of the Westford Funeral Home with Dr. Glenn F. Carlson, pastor St. James Presbyterian Church officiating. Cremation.

GRAHAM, Doris L., age 52, of 1014 W. Smith Rd., passed away in a local hospital Tuesday, Jan. 22, (1974). She had been a life time resident of Whatcom County and was a former nurses aid at O'Caines Nursing Home. Surviving are her husband Howard; 3 daughters, Mrs. Ronald Gray and Mrs. Herman Jones, both of Lynden and Mrs. John Ramerman of Ferndale; a brother, Lester Strickler of Bellingham; her mother, Mrs. Lena Strickler of Bellingham; also 4 grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held in Veroske's Bellingham Chapel Friday, Jan 25 at 2 p.m. with the Rev. Neil Higbee officiating. Burial in Greenacres Memorial Park.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 24 Jan 1974) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GRAHAM, Emma F., age 73 years, passed away at a local hospital, Sunday, July 30, (1944). Mrs. Graham had been living at 500 15th street and had been a resident here the past forty-four years and, at the time of her passing, was president of the Graham Drug Company. Deceased was a member of St. James Presbyterian Church, and of the Aftermath club. Surviving relatives are two sons, Robert, in the U. S. Navy, and Frederick, of this city; one daughter, Mrs. Mary Mathes, and seven grandchildren, Bellingham. The remains are at funeral home of Harlow-Hollingsworth, where services will be conducted by the Rev. John King Mitchell, Wednesday, August 2, at 1:30 p. m. Final resting place, Bay View.

GRAHAM, Elizabeth - Services for lifelong Whatcom County resident Elizabeth Graham, 88, will take place at 1 this afternoon at the Jerns & LeVeck Funeral Chapel. Mrs. Graham died Thursday (March 7, 1991) at St. Joseph Hospital. She was born Feb. 12, 1903 in Ferndale to Arthur and Nettie DeWitt and worked for many years as a nurse. Survivors include sons Conrad Graham Jr. of Port Angeles, Ernest Graham of Tacoma and John Graham of Bellingham; a daughter Antionette "Toni" Mason of Clarkstone; a sister Dorothy Gardner of Bellingham; nine grandchildren; and one great-grandchild. The Rev. Harold Minkler will officiate at the service. Burial will follow in Woodlawn Cemetery. Arrangements are by Jerns & LeVeck Funeral Chapel.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 12 Mar 1991) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GRAHAM, Ellen L. Johnson passed away Wednesday, December 14, 2005, in Bellingham. She was 85, born April 28, 1920, in Bellingham to Charlie and Hulda (Aaklund) Anderson. Ellen was married to Clarence A. Johnson in 1943. Together they raised their three children. He preceded her in death in 1980. She was married to Fred Graham for over 20 years until his passing in 2005. Ellen was an avid homemaker who loved to travel. You could always find her spending her summers at Birch Bay welcoming anyone for a home-cooked meal. Ellen is survived by her daughters Karen (Larry) Keller; sons Gary Johnson and Ronald Johnson; grandchildren Kody Johnson, Casey Johnson, Jeff Keller, and Kari Keller; great-granddaughter Cady Rose; brother Lawrence (Lorraine) Anderson; sister Astrid Hoaglund; sisters-in-law Wilma Breivik, Sally Breivik; numerous cousins, nieces and nephews; and loving caregiver Shirley Wilson. Preceding Ellen in death were her parents, her husband, and brothers-in-law, Glen Breivik and Howard Breivik. Visitation will be Monday, December 19 from noon to 7 p.m. at Moles Family Funeral Home - Greenacres, and will continue on Tuesday from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. A funeral service will be held Tuesday, December 20, at 2 p.m. at Moles Greenacres Funeral Home. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 18 Dec 2005) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GRAHAM, Helen Natalie, 61, 516 16th St, a life-long resident of Whatcom County, died Thursday (July 1, 1982). She is survived by her husband, Robert C. Graham; her mother, Mrs. Ena Arnason, Bellingham; one brother; two sons; one stepson; three grandchildren; one great-granddaughter; and several nieces and nephews. Arrangements are pending at Westford Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 2 Jul 1982) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GRAHAM, Howard R., age 76, of Lynden, passed away Thurs., Mar. 9, 1995, in Lynden. He was born June 12, 1918 in Ferndale to Howard and Cora (Standley) Graham and has been a lifetime resident. He married Doris Strickler in Bellingham on Dec. 3, 1942. Howard served in the U.S. Army during WWII and received a Bronze Star Medal; was a member of the Camel's Club in Lynden for many years; member of the American Legion, Albert J. Hamilton Post #7; moved to Everson in 1956 where he farmed raising row crops. In the 60's, Howard was known by many crop farmers as the Carrot King of Whatcom County. He loved to go hunting and fishing with his friends and family. His prized possession was Becky h is dog. Survived by his 3 daughters: Donna and husband Randy Miller of Lynden, Barbara Jones of Bellingham, and Jackie and husband John Ramerman of Lynden; 2 brothers, Stan Graham and wife Dorothy of Bellingham and Gordon Graham and wife Alberta of Bellingham; 7 grandchildren; and 3 great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by his wife Doris in 1974, and grandson Michael. Visitation will be Mon., March 13, 9-noon at Greenacres Funeral Home. A funeral service will be held Mon, March 13, 1 p.m. at Greenacres Funeral Home Chapel with burial to follow at Greenacres Memorial Park. Rev. Ron Slater will be officiating. Military honors by the American Legion, Albert J. Hamilton Post #7.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 12 Mar 1995) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GRAHAM, J. Conrad, age 77, who resided at 914 24th St., passed away in a local hospital June 23, (1978). He was a life time resident of Bellingham and was a superintendent for Stokley Food Co. He leaves to survive his wife, Elizabeth Graham of Bellingham; Conrad Graham Jr. of Port Angeles, Dr. Ernest Graham of Tacoma, Mrs. Antoinette Mason of Clarkston and John Graham of Salem, Oregon; 9 grandchildren. Funeral services were held Monday, June 26 at 2 p.m. in the Chapel of Bingham and Jerns Funeral Home with Chaplan Harold Minkler officiating. Followed by private interment in Woodlawn Cemetery under the direction of Bingham & Jerns Funeral Home.
From The Bellingham Herald, 26 Jun 1978) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GRAHAM, Jack C., age 78, of Bellingham, passed away Sat., Aug. 31, 2002, in Bellingham. He was born Feb. 3, 1924, in Williams Lake, B.C., Canada to Wilfred and Rebecca (Nixon) Graham and had been a Whatcom County resident for 50 years. He married Jenna Vancent on May 19, 1948, in Vancouver, B.C., Canada. Mr. Graham was a 1949 graduate of WWU. He taught 5 years in Camas before coming to Bellingham. Schools he taught at were Whatcom Jr. High School and Fairhaven and Shuksan Middle Schools. In 1981, he retired from Shuksan Middle School. Survived by his wife, Jenna Graham of the family home two daughters, Treva Stone & husband Brian of Everson and Carel Hiatt & husband Steve of Prosser son, Scot Graham & wife Terri of Lynden six grandchildren: Jennifer Massingale & husband Curtis of Sumas, Stefanie Stone of Bellevue, Kristi Mendez & husband Hector of Yakima, Kelli Hiatt of Prosser, Jason Graham of Ghana and Brandon Graham of Lynden great-granddaughter, Ashley Massingale of Sumas and numerous nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be held Fri., Sept. 6, 10:30 a.m. at St. Paul's Episcopal Church, 2117 Walnut St., Bellingham, with Father Kevin Allen officiating. A private family graveside will be held at Greenacres|Moles Cemetery.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 4 Sep 2002) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GRAHAM, James T. (Jim) of Bellingham, WA, passed away on Sunday, August 1, 2004, at St. Joseph Hospital in Bellingham. He was 73, born December 6, 1930, to Virginia (Tyson) and Kenneth Graham in Pomona, CA. During the Korean Conflict, Jim served as a Navy seaplane pilot. Following his discharge, he was active in the Naval Reserve for many years and attained the rank of Captain. Jim received his Bachelor's, Master's and Ph.D. degrees at Stanford University. He was an Audiologist and worked as head of Audiology at a Veteran's Affairs facility in NJ. Jim was on the faculty in Audiology & Speech Pathology at Purdue University, served as Director of Communicative Disorders Training Program in the School of Allied Health at Emory University School of Medicine, and was Director of Communicative Disorders for Emory University Hospital. He retired in 1993. Jim was a member of St. John's Lutheran Church and served as president of the congregation for two years. He was a Fellow and Life Member of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association. He was preceded in death by his parents and twin sisters Suzanne Tyson Graham and Louise Tyson Spangler. Jim is survived by Lou Graham, his wife of 35 years who adored him; son Lyle Graham of Paris, France; son Chris Scott Graham and wife Susan Graham, and granddaughters Leilani Graham and Kailani Graham, all of Palo Alto, CA. A Memorial Service is planned for a later date. Jones|Moles Funeral Home & Cremation Service.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 4 Aug 2004) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GRAHAM, Jennie H. - Graveside services for Jennie H. Graham, 88, will be at 10 a.m. Saturday in Greenacres Memorial Park. Mrs. Graham, 5280 Northwest Road, died Tuesday (Jan. 26, 1988) in Bellingham. She was born July 20, 1899 in Holland and lived in Whatcom County since 1923. Surviving are a daughter Bessie Hadeen of Everson; a son Lloyd C. Graham of Bellingham; 10 grandchildren; numerous great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren; four sisters and a brother. Arrangements are by Jones Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 29 Jan 1988) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GRAHAM, John Patrick, 75 of Sumas, passed away April 25, 1997 in Bellingham. Mr. Graham was born October 2, 1921, one of 14 children, in Cambridge, Mass. to Harry and Agnes Wright Graham. He married Geraldean Graham in 1944. He was a U.S. Marine Corp WWII combat veteran in Guadalcanal and other parts of the South Pacific. He was awarded the Purple Heart for injuries sustained during combat. John enjoyed fishing, spending time with his granddaughter, his son, and his wife. He also enjoyed his family history and watching baseball games. He was preceded in death by his wife of 50 years, Geraldean Graham. Survivors are his only son, Daniel Graham of the family home; granddaughter, Kristianna Graham; two sisters, Genieve Papsey of Cambridge, Mass. and Margaret Newton of Bonsall, CA; two brothers, Jim Graham and Arthur Graham of Mass.; numerous nieces and nephews. A loving father, grandfather, and devoted husband, he will be missed by all those people whose lives he touched. The arrangements are by The Jerns LeVeck Funeral Chapel and Crematorium of Bellingham.

GRAHAM, Joseph F. "Joe", age 18 of Blaine, passed away suddenly, Friday, June 19, 2009. A graveside service will be held Friday, June 26, 2009, 11:00 a.m. at Enterprise Cemetery, Ferndale; followed by a memorial service at 1:00 p.m. in the Blaine High School Auditorium, 975 "H" Street. Arrangements under the care of Valley Funeral & Cremation Service.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 24 Jun 2009) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GRAHAM, Joseph Harold, age 62 of 126 Ashley St., passed away Wed., April 11, 1979. A 56 yr. resident of this community, Mr. Graham was a past President of Fraternal Order of Eagles and a Veteran of World War II. He is survived by his wife, June Miriam Graham, 6 sons, Joseph Leroy Graham, Dennis Michael Graham, Timothy Grant Graham, John Malvin Heathfield, Harold Richard Graham and Eugene Edward Graham, 2 daughters, Vickie Lynn Hallenbeck and Shellie Lee Macy and 1 daughter-in-law, Gail Graham. 1 sister Lorrain Petersen and 12 grandchildren. Graveside services will be conducted Fri. April 13 at 1 p.m. at Greenacres Memorial Park by Rev. Maynard S. Oss. Arrangements by the Jones Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 12 Apr 1979) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GRAHAM, Katherine F., 92, of 700 32nd St., died Friday (Aug. 5, 1988) in a Bellingham nursing home. She was born May 7, 1896 in Montana, but spent her life in Whatcom County after moving here as an infant. She is survived by two sons, William M. Graham Jr. of Bellingham and John Graham of Federal Way; a daughter, Kathryn Durrance of Jacksonville, Fla.; a sister, Margaret Jones of Seattle; nine grandchildren and numerous great-grandchildren. Graveside services will be 1 p.m. Tuesday at Greenacres Memorial Park, with Pastor R. L. Christensen officiating. Arrangements are by Jones Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 7 Aug 1988) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GRAHAM, Kenneth Richard - Lifetime Bellingham resident Kenneth Richard Graham, loving husband, father, and grandfather passed away on Friday, April 8, 2005. He is survived by his sweetheart and wife of 58 years, Donna Mae, two daughters and their families, Lindsay Boettcher of Bellingham, Gary and Jamie Krause of Olympia, grandsons Brennan Boettcher of Bellingham and Graham Boettcher of New Haven, Connecticut, one sister Catherine Boykin of Ferndale, and many nieces and nephews. Ken was preceded in death by his brother Robert E. Graham, Sr. of Oak Harbor, and two sisters Margaret Kemp of Ferndale and Louise McArthur of Bremerton. Born June 18, 1926, Ken was a 1944 graduate of Bellingham High School. He also attended Western Washington State College prior to his military service. Ken always possessed a strong sense of community and civic pride.
Following his Army Air Corps service in England and post-war Germany, Ken began working for B&P Distributors as a wholesale grocery and beverage salesman. He became owner of the beer and wine division of the company in 1967 and operated Bell Rainier Distributors which served Whatcom County retailers for over 30 years. Ken was a founding partner of Northwest Recycling Company in Bellingham. He also expanded his experience in the beverage business across international borders to create Haida Trading Company, a wholesale brokerage firm operating in Canada, the Western United States and Hawaii.
Ken entered the local political scene in 1963 as a City Councilman representing the 4th Ward. He also served on the Bellingham Housing Authority and worked to provide housing for low income and elderly members of the community. The result of these efforts was the building of Washington, Lincoln, and Chuckanut Square high rises.
Ken was a proud member of American Legion Post #7. He also served on the Foundation board at Western Washington University. Ken was an avid sports fan and provided leadership for numerous fund raising efforts for the Athletic Department at WWU. His contributions earned him the honor of being named to the WWU Athletic Hall of Fame. Ken played a key role in formation of the Viking Golf Classic, to raise money for the Western athletic scholarship fund, as well as served as chairperson of the Parberry Strength Center capital fund drive, and team captain for the Viking Athletic Club fund drive. His dedication to the mission of Rotary earned him the appreciation of his peers who presented Ken with a Paul Harris Fellowship in recognition of this service to the organization.
Ken's civic life also included service to St. Joseph Hospital. He joined a group of dedicated health care professionals and area business leaders to begin a campaign that resulted in the creation of the Mt. Baker Kidney Center. Ken was a boater and fisherman. From his youth as a reef netter off Lummi Island to working in his dad's grocery store in Alaska, Ken was never far from the water. He shared his enthusiasm for the San Juan Islands and fishing "hot spots" while enjoying many years as a member of the Bellingham Yacht Club. Ken is a long time member of First Presbyterian Church. Visitation for family and friends will take place on Tues., April 12th from 1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at Jones-Moles Funeral Home. A celebration of Ken's life will be held at First Presbyterian Church, 1031 N. Garden Street, Bellingham at 1:00 p.m. on Wed., April 13, 2005. Following a reception at the church, interment will take place at Bayview Cemetery.

GRAHAM, Margaret M., 91, of 500 15th St., died Wednesday (May 12, 1982) at her home. She was born May 1, 1890, in Deming. She graduated from the University of Washington in botany. During World War I, she served as an overseas military instructor in the Women's Overseas League. She married Robert Graham in Bellingham in 1921 and assisted him in the Graham Drug Store in Bellingham for many years. She was a homemaker, and a member of St. James Presbyterian Church, American Association of University Women, Women's Republican Club and St. Luke's Assistance League. She is survived by two sons, Robert and his wife Natalie Graham of Bellingham; Norman Graham of Mt. Vernon; two daughters Mary Ann Clark and husband Dr. Frank Clark of Bellingham; and Margaret Barrett of Bellingham; a sister, Jessie Van Liew of Des Moines; nine grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Her husband died in 1973. Memorial services will be held at 2 p.m. Monday at St. James Presbyterian Church, with the Rev. Gordon Verplank officiating. Arrangements are by Veroske, Jerns and LeVeck Funeral Chapel.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 16 May 1982) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GRAHAM, Michael "Mike", of Lake Samish passed away on Sunday, September 12, 2004. He was 44, born September 27, 1959 in Bellingham to Robert M. and Virginia (Hoof) Graham. Mike graduated from Sehome High School. Mike was a sonar technician in the Navy for 14 years, serving in Desert Storm. He attended Univ. of California at San Diego where he earned an electrical engineering degree. Mike worked as an electrical engineer for Alpha Technologies. He loved camping, boating and bowling, serving as president of his bowling league. Mike was preceded in death by his father, Robert M. Graham. He is survived by his mother, Virginia Graham; brother Robert B. Graham; sister Teresa A. Graham; niece Kathleen M. Graham; and numerous other relatives. A memorial service will be held on Wednesday, September 22, 2004 at 1:00 p.m. in the Greenacres|Moles Funeral Home Chapel.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 19 Sep 2004) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GRAHAM, Nancy J., age 56, of 2605 Vining Place; Bellingham, passed away at her residence Wednesday, June 8, (1983). She was a member of the Garden Street Methodist Church. A long time resident of Bellingham and leaves to survive her beloved husband Fred, of Bellingham; 1 son Thomas Graham of Bellingham; 1 daughter Susan Graham of Seattle; 1 brother Robert F. Garbareno of Edmunds (sic) WA; 1 sister Joanne and husband Roy Reed of Bellingham; numerous neices (sic) and nephews; and many close friends. She was an active member of The MS Society, Garden Street Methodist Church, and The North Rachel Circle. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, June 14 1983 at 1:30 p.m. in the Jerns and LeVeck Funeral Chapel. Reverand (sic) Edgar Starr officiating. Inturnment (sic) Greenacres Memorial Park. Visitation Saturday from 9-1 p.m., Sunday from 4-6 p.m.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 11 Jun 1983) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GRAHAM, Rosie Wynne, 73, of Bellingham, WA, passed away on Sunday, August 10, 2008. Rosie enjoyed crocheting and the Seattle Mariners, and she had a love for animals. She was a hospital volunteer for many years when she lived in Michigan. Rosie always saw the good in everyone. She is survived by her son Tim Wynne, daughter Candy Jones; 3 grandchildren: David Moulton, Thomas M. Wynne III, Jennifer Lynne Wynne; sister Mary (Hugh) Lalonde; brother Charles Dean; and many nieces and nephews. A private Graveside Service will be held at Woodlawn Cemetery. Moles Family Funeral Homes & Crematory Bayview Chapel - Bellingham
(From The Bellingham Herald, 14 Aug 2008) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GRAHAM, Ruby E., age 83, of 4204 Harrison St., Bellingham, passed away Sunday, November 3, 1991. Born July 3, 1908 in VanHorn, WA to Francis and Margarette Yeager, she was a resident of Whatcom County since 1927; member of Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Church; graduate of St. Joseph School of Nursing, class of 1930; was, for many years, Night Supervisor for St. Joseph Hospital in both the old and new buildings; member of St. Joseph Hospitals Sister Xavier Auxiliary. Survived by her husband, William M. Graham; 3 children, Joanne and husband Dave Goins of N. Little Rock, Arkansas; William M. Graham III of Bellingham; Margaret and husband Michael Duncan of Bellingham; 8 grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; 3 sisters, Elvie Christney of No. Bend, Oregon; Lola Gillette of Skagit County; Esther Bryson of Skagit County; 2 brothers, Joe Yeager and Maurice Yeager, both of Skagit County; numerous nieces and nephews. Funeral service, Thursday, November 7, 10:30 a.m. at Greenacres Funeral Chapel with James Gerwing officiating. Burial Greenacres Memorial Park. Jones-Moles Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 6 Nov 1991) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GRAHAM, Russell T. - Services for retired shipbuilder and engineer Russell T. Graham, 82, of Lynden will be at 2 p.m. today at Greenacres Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Jon Aldrich officiating. Mr. Graham, 242 Pyramid Lane, died Aug. 24, (1989) in a Bellingham nursing home. He was born July 13, 1907 in Spokane. He was a Lynden resident for nine years and had previously lived in Edmonds for 17 years. Mr. Graham was one of very few drydock masters during World War II. His skill was so valuable he was exempted from military service. He supervised hundreds of men in rebuilding and repairing war-torn ships. During the rest of his career he also worked as boilermaker, and as a master mechanic for a paint store. Mr. Graham was also partner in a business where he engineered and built tanks involved in meat-processing and packing. Mr. Graham was a member of Sunrise Baptist Church in Custer and International Brotherhood of Boilermakers. He also enjoyed fishing and woodworking. Survivors include his wife of 57 years, Dorothy; a daughter, Madeleine Lindsay of Lynden; a sister, Ethel Mae Gray of Chico, Calif.; two grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 31 Aug 1989) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GRAHAM, Standley of Bellingham, WA, passed away on Wednesday, March 2, 2005, in Bellingham. He was 93, born July 26, 1911, on Lopez Island to Cora (Standley) and Howard Graham. Standley enjoyed fishing and owned a commercial fishing boat. He loved to go on his boat to the family cabin on Waldron Island. He was a dairy farmer and very active in the Farm Bureau. He also loved hunting deer in Eastern Washington with his family and friends-with their big tents and hunting trips, they were the "talk of the woods"! He also traveled a lot with the Elks RV Club and with his wife. Standley was active in and on the Board of the Lynden Berry Growers, and he was a Ferndale Fire Dept. Commissioner. He was preceded in death by his wife Dorothy, parents, and several brothers and sisters. Survivors include his children: Mary Lou (Ray) Larson, John (Loretta) Graham, Nancy (Richard) Cook, and Susan (Richard) Mumm; 21 grandchildren and great-grandchildren, whom he dearly loved; and brother Gordie (Alberta) Graham. A Memorial Service will be held on Tuesday, March 8th, at 1:30 p.m., in the Bayview Chapel at Jones|Moles Funeral Home. Jones|Moles Funeral Home & Cremation Service.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 6 Mar 2005) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GRAINGER, Bob, age 85, passed away Nov. 12, 2007 in Bellingham. He was preceded in death by son Bruce. He is survived by wife Ruth, son Gary and daughter Jan (husband Bill) Stamey. Graveside committal with military honors at Enterprise Cemetery on Wed. Nov. 21st at 3:00 p.m.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 18 Nov 2007) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GRAMM, Jerry Deane, 56, of Ferndale, WA, passed away July 25, 2007, at home after an extended illness, his family by his side. He was born May 23, 1951, in Forsyth, MT and moved to Ferndale with his family August 1967. He was a proud 1970 graduate of Ferndale High School and followed his father in the electrical trade, completing his apprenticeship program in 1983. He believed in hard work, integrity, and family. His sense of humor brought laughter to those he knew, and he will be truly missed by those who knew and loved him. As a journeyman electrician with the IBEW for 28-1/2 years, he worked on numerous construction jobs in Washington, Idaho, Wyoming, and California, always returning to his family and "home base" in Ferndale. He enjoyed boating, bowling, fishing, hunting, playing cards, dominoes, Yahtzee, traveling, and sharing time with family and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents and an older sister. He is survived by his wife of 25 years, Debra Lynn Gramm of the family home in Ferndale; daughter Katherine Gramm of Bellingham; son James Gramm; daughter and son-in-law, Sandra and Daniel Hayes; and granddaughter Eve Marie Hayes; sister Judy Gramm, all of Ferndale; and numerous nieces, nephews, and other extended family members. In his passing, he provided an example of how one faces life and death. A person does what has to be done because it must be done but it can be done with dignity and love and a sense of humor. Memorial services will be held at Moles Greenacres Funeral Home in Ferndale on Thursday, August 2 at 2 p.m.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 29 Jul 2007) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GRAN, Florence Marie, age 79, of Bellingham, WA, passed away Sunday, June 2, 1996 in Bellingham. Born May 2, 1917 in Pinewood, Ontario, Canada to Pierre "Peter" and Ann (Godin) Pepin. Member of St. Paul's Episcopal Church, St. Anne's Guild and Women's Aglow of Bellingham. She enjoyed gardening and custom jewelry; formerly owned a custom jewelry store in Bellingham. She made friends with everyone. Survived by her husband, Russell V. Gran, whom she married August 17, 1963 in Duluth, Minnesota; sons, William A Scott of Duluth, MN; Dale R. Scott of Bellingham, WA; step-sons Tracy R. Gran of Winterport, ME; Russell V. Gran, Jr. of Duluth, MN; 4 grandchildren; 5 great-grandchildren. Funeral Mass Wednesday, June 5, 1996, 10 a.m. St. Paul's Episcopal Church with The Reverend John W. Gibbs, Celebrant. Burial following in Masonic Section, Greenacres Memorial Park.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 4 Jun 1996) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GRANAHAN, LuVern "Curly", age 33, passed away Saturday November 18, 1989, in Bellingham. He was born October 24, 1956, in Cresco, Iowa. Mr. Granahan was a construction worker who lived most of his life in Whatcom County. He was a member of ZOG Brothers motorcycle club of Bellingham. Survived by his wife Julie of the family home; daughter Susan; son Jacob; mother Bethel Granahan of Burlington; sisters Marlys Jenkins of Seattle, Ethel Reese of Burlington; brothers Stephen Granahan of Vancouver, WA, Gerald Granahan of Mt. Vernon, Ervin Granahan of Montesano; and numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. Visitation Tues., Nov. 21 6 p.m.- 8 p.m. and Wed., Nov. 22, 9 a.m.-11 a.m. at Greenacres Funeral Home. Funeral service Wed., Nov. 22, 1 p.m. Greenacres Funeral Home with burial following at Greenacres Memorial Park. Officiating will be Rev. Michael Newell and Father Emilo Gonzalez. A Memorial Mass Fri. Nov. 24, 11 a.m. St. Charles Catholic Church, Burlington. Officiating. will be Father Paul Magneno. Arrangements by Greenacres Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 21 Nov 1989) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GRANBERG, Niels Olaf E., ages 34 years, beloved husband of Mrs. Nanna Granberg, passed away at the family home, 2417 Erie Street, Saturday, May 6, (1939) after an illness of seven months' duration. Mr. Granberg had been a resident of Bellingham for the past eleven years and leaves to mourn his passing his widow and father, Andrew Granberg, two sisters, Miss Florence Granberg and Mrs. Anna Carlson, of Mount Vernon; one brother, Andrew J., of this city; numerous nephews and nieces. The remains are resting at the Bingham-Dahlquist Funeral Home and funeral announcements will be made later.

GRANDE, Ruby - Homemaker Ruby Grande, 79 of 2223 C St., a 50-year Whatcom County resident, died Thursday (Feb 1, 1990) at St. Joseph Hospital, Main Campus. She was born in Lennep, Mont., on Dec. 13 1910 to Elias and Inger Hageland. She attended schools there and as a young girl worked on a ranch as a cook. She married Ole Grande in Harlowtown, Mont. In 1937, they moved to Whatcom County. They operated a dairy farm on Smith Road. Ole Grande died on March 11, 1963. Mrs. Grande later moved to her home on C Street. She was a member of the Lutheran Church and the Sons of Norway Lodge. Survivors include three brothers, Arne Hageland of Alberton, Mont.; Ingval Hageland of Costa Mesa, Calif.; and Thorleif Hageland of Bremerton; two sisters, Martha Crosmer and Hjordis Crosmer, both of Monrovia, Calif.; and numerous nieces and nephews. Private family services will be held. Burial will be at Greenacres Memorial Park. Arrangements are by Jones Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 3 Feb 1990) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GRANDY, Margjret J. - Blaine, Sept. 16. - Funeral services for Mrs. Margjret J. Grandy, aged 79, who passed away Saturday (Sept. 12, 1942) in a Bellingham hospital, were held here Tuesday from the Icelandic Lutheran church with Rev. G. P. Johnson officiating. Mrs. Grandy had resided in Blaine the past thirty-five years. Several favorite hymns were rendered by the choir of the church with Miss Dora Johnson at the organ. Pallbearers were Messrs. John Westman, S. Hall, Andrew Danielson, Jacob Vopnfjord, John Stephenson and E. G. Thompsen. Burial followed in the Blaine cemetery.

GRANGER, Helen A., age 53 of 3728 Legoe Bay Rd., Lummi Island, passed away Thurs. Sept. 29, (1977). Mrs. Granger had resided in Whatcom County for the past 2 years, was a retired school teacher and Army nurse and veteran of WWII. She leaves to survive her husband, David A. of the family home; 2 sons, David J. of Korea and Edward L. of Lummi Island; 3 daughters, Mrs. Catherine S. Lawson of Crofton, Maine, Mrs. Anne E. Matevia and Mrs. Maureen Hartsock both of McCord AFB; 2 grandchildren, 1 brother, Edward L. McSally and 1 sister, Mrs. Elizabeth Judson, both of Norwalk, Conn. Funeral services will be held Mon., Oct. 3 at 2:30 p.m. from the Lummi Island Community Church with Rev. Patrick Calahan officiating. Interment Lummi Island Cemetery under the direction of Westford Funeral Home.

GRANITY, Karen Marie of Bellingham died Thursday, Nov. 5, 1998, at her home. She was 42. Born Nov. 1, 1956, in Orlando, Fla., to Raymond and Virginia (Walsh) Janitscheck, she was a Whatcom County resident for 40 years. At her request, no services will be held.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 7 Nov 1998) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GRANT, Agnes E., age 67 of 6338 Church Road, Ferndale passed away Friday, April 15, 1983. Mrs. Grant was a life time resident of the Ferndale community; a member of the Bethel Temple of Ferndale; and is survived by her husband Lowell of Ferndale; 2 sons, Sherman and his wife Lorraine Grant of Bellingham; Russell and his wife Linda Grant of Ferndale; 2 daughters Helen DeForest of Wasilla, Alaska; Charlotte and her husband Larry Cranford of Wasilla, Alaska; 3 brothers, Enfrid Lofdahl of Ferndale; Alver Lofdahl of Ferndale; Edner Lofdahl of Lynden; 3 sisters, Annie Crabtree of Lynden; Lillie Hetterly of Bellingham; Gladys Lofdahl of Ferndale; 10 grandchildren; 4 great grandchildren; numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. Funeral services will be conducted by Rev. Cornelius Rientjes Wednesday, April 20 at 2 p.m. in the Bethel Temple, Ferndale. Burial will follow in Greenacres Memorial Park, under the direction of Moles Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 19 Apr 1983) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GRANT, Bettie B. 63 of 610 Kentucky St., died Sunday (Nov. 9, 1980) at her home. Born Aug. 5, 1917 on Lopez Island, she had been a 40-year resident of Whatcom County. She was a member of the Roman Catholic Church. She was also a member of Cooties Auxiliary. She is survived by a son and a brother. Graveside services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at Woodlawn Cemetery. Arrangements are by Jones Funeral Home.
(The Bellingham Herald (WA) 11 Nov 1980, Tue.) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GRANT, David J., age 76, of 2817 Northwest Ave, passed away Sat., May 27, 1978. He had been a resident for the past 40 years. He was a well-known retired Pacific Telephone employee, a member of the Church of the Assumption and the Telephone Pioneers. He is survived by his wife Margaret C. at home. 1 son, Joseph of Seattle; many nieces, nephews and other relatives. Christian prayer services will be held Tues., May 30 at 7:30 p.m. within the Chapel of the Westford Funeral Home. Mass of Christian Burial will be offered Wed., May 31 at 10 a.m. within the Church of the Assumption with Rev. Patrick Callahan as Celebrant. Interment Woodlawn Cemetery.
(The Bellingham Herald (WA) 30 May 1978, Tue.) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GRANT, June Marie, born October 6, 1946 in Bellingham, WA; died September 18, 1997 at First Hill Care Center, Seattle. A graduate of Meridian High School in Laurel, WA, she moved to Seattle in 1965. She was a much loved daughter, wife, sister, mother, aunt and grandmother. June was the Administrative Assistant for St. John School in Seattle and a volunteer for Totem Council Girl Scouts, as well as many St. John's C.Y.O. activities. Always willing to help her friends and neighbors in time of need, June will live on in our hearts and minds because of her generosity of spirit and the kindness of her heart. She is survived by her husband, Joseph Jay Grant; her mother, Priscilla E. Guitteau, her daughter, Jenny, her son, Joseph Jay, Jr.; a sister, Re Ann, and a brother, Robert, as well as grandchildren, nieces, a nephew and a large extended family. The Funeral Mass will be celebrated Thursday, September 25th, at 1 p.m. at St. John's Catholic Church, 121 No. 80th St., Seattle. Hoffner Fisher Harvey.

GRANT, Lowell J. went home to be with his Lord, Tuesday, March 30, 1999, at his Bellingham home. He was eighty-seven. Mr. Grant was born on March 31, 1911 in Green Bay, WI to James and Marie (Olson) Grant. In 1928 he moved to Whatcom County. He played football for Blaine High School and graduated from there in 1930. Lowell farmed on the Church Road in Ferndale and retired as a custodian from the Ferndale School District in 1973. He loved watching football and hockey, and fished in Washington lakes. Mr. Grant was preceded in death by his wife and mother of their four children Agnes (Lofdahl) Grant, in 1983. He is survived by his sons, Sherman Grant of Bellingham; Russell Grant of Ferndale; daughters, Helen Grant and Charlotte Wickkiser both of Bellingham; his wife Barbara (Wallace) Grant of Bellingham; ten grandchildren; fifteen great-grandchildren; step-daughters Mary Garnet Scheidecker of Napa, CA; Rae Mathewson of Bellevue, Nikki Davis of Oxnard CA; foster sons Clarence White of Oak Harbor; Melvin Broughton of Okanogan, WA; six step-grandchildren; five step-great-grandchildren. Visitation will be Thursday, April 1, 1999, from 1 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Moles Funeral Home Chapel in Ferndale. Graveside Service will be held on Friday, April 2, 1999, 1 p.m. at Greenacres Memorial Park. A Memorial Service will follow at 2 p.m. at the Ferndale Assembly of God Church with Pastor Brady Bobbink officiating. Arrangements by Moles Funeral Home and Cremation.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 1 Apr 1999) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GRANT, Lyall O., age 37, of 2182 E. Birch St., Bellingham, passed away in Seattle May 27, 1987. He was born in Bellingham,, WA Feb. 5, 1950, was a lifetime Whatcom County resident, a member of the Garden St. United Methodist Church, was employed at Intalco Aluminum Corp. where he worked as a lab tech since 1974. He was a graduate of 1968 Class of Bellingham High, served in the Army, active in Scouting where he received his God & Country award & Eagle Scout. He loved to hunt and was active in bowling. Survivors include his wife, Sandy Zwicker Grant of 10 years; parents, Mr. & Mrs. Ian Grant of Bellingham; sister, Mildred Pavone & husband Gary of Bellingham; numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews & other relatives; father & mother-in-law, Mr. & Mrs. Harold Zwicker of Pateros. Funeral services will be held Mon., June 1st, 3 p.m. at the Garden St. United Methodist Church with Rev. William G. Berney officiating. Burial at Greenacres Memorial Park. Arrangements by the Moles Funeral Home.

GRANT, Margaret C., age 80, of 2817 Northwest Ave., passed away Thurs. Sept. 26, 1991. She had been a resident of Bellingham for the past 51 yrs. and was a member of the Assumption Catholic Church. She leaves to survive 1 son, Joe Grant of Seattle; 1 brother, Ralph Kostick of Chehalis; 2 grandsons, Colin & Brenan of Seattle. Family services & gathering will be held at a later date. Arrangements by Jerns LeVeck Funeral Chapel.

GRANT, Orvin Clinton "John", age 82, of Bellingham, went to his heavenly home on Tuesday, July 23, 2002. He died peacefully, surrounded by his family at home, after a long illness. John was born November 25, 1919 in Roberts, Montana to Erik and Vera Grant. He was married to Maxine Chaney for over 50 years, and was a resident of Whatcom County for 41 years. John received numerous medals as a result of his service in New Guinea during WWII. He was trained as a baker and worked in this field for over 45 years. He owned his own bakery in La Conner, WA and managed Clark's Market Bakery in Bellingham for more than 25 years before retiring. John was best known for his custard-filled and glazed donuts that were specialties at Clark's Bakery and served at The Firs for many years. John's happiest moments were spent with his family. His greatest role was that of a grandfather and he was intensely devoted to his 14 grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. John attended Geneva Community Church (now Northlake) for many years and he loved the color red. His brother, Dale Grant of Mt. Vernon, preceded him in death. John is survived by his wife Maxine of the family home sons: Steve (Kathy) Grant of Newberg, OR, Scott (Linda) Grant of Anchorage, AK, Greg (Elizabeth) Grant of Bellingham, WA daughters: Janelle (Tom) Freitag of Beaverton, OR, Julie (Adrian) Block of Kelowna, B.C. 14 grandchildren six great-grandchildren sisters: Elsie (Jim) Boyd of Boise, ID, Alta (Dick) Schoeben of Hoodsport brother Gordon Grant of Sedro Woolley as well as many nieces and nephews. Family & friends are invited to attend a casual celebration of John's life on Friday, July 26. A graveside service will be held at 2:00 p.m. at Enterprise Cemetery, 7041 Vista Dr., Ferndale, followed by a memorial service and reception at 4:00 p.m. at Northlake Community Church, 1471 E. McLeod Rd., Bellingham. Mr. Darell Smith will be officiating.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 25 Jul 2002) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GRANT, Russell Lowell, 72, long-time Ferndale resident, went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, August 27, 2009. Russell was born to Lowell James and Agness E. (Lofdahl) Grant on June 30, 1937, in Ferndale, WA. He graduated in 1955 from Ferndale High School. In Russell's words about high school, "this is the best time of your life, go have fun." Russell loved his high school years, music, and making people laugh. Soon after school, he met and married his beloved, Lynda Patrick, of Bellingham. Russell worked for the Whatcom County Road Department for 30 years, where he would hand out a piece of Wrigley's gum to any kid he saw. He purchased Grant's Drive-In with Lynda, where you would get a Dum Dum's sucker and a cute joke with every meal. Russell is survived by his wife, Lynda, Ferndale; his daughters, Rhonda (Brad) Oxford, Ferndale, Tracy (Keith) Depew, Georgia, and Kimberly Fox, Ferndale; six grandchildren that Russell loved to tease; sisters, Helen Grant, Charlotte (Larry) Wickkiser; brother, Sherman (Lori) Grant; sisters-in-law, Lolita (Quentin) Peterson, Wilma (Delbert) Johnson, and Patricia (Roger) Buss; brothers-in-law, Leland (Erdyne) Patrick, Robert (Jeannie) Patrick, and Michael (Pedi-Sue) Patrick. He was preceded by his parents, his parents-in-law, sister-in-law, Dolores Grimme-Zwicker, and brother-in-law, Gary Patrick. The family would like to wish Lynda and Russell a happy 50th anniversary (November 14) We love you, Dad. There will be a visitation on Monday, August 31, from 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Moles Funeral Home, 2039 Main Street, Ferndale. A private family graveside service will be held at Woodlawn Cemetery on Tuesday, September 1, at 11:00 a.m. A Memorial Service will follow at Ferndale High School gym, at 12:00 p.m. Moles Funeral Homes-Ferndale.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 30 Aug 2009) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GRANT, Walter F., age 70 of 610 Kentucky St., passed away Monday, Sept 16, (1974). He had been a resident for the past 52 years, was a retired employee of Pacific Telephone Co., veteran of WWII, past commander of the VFW Post 1585 and the Cooties and a life member of the Telephone Pioneers of America. Survived by his wife Bettie B., at home; 3 sons James of Pleasant Hill, Oregon; Phillip of Anchorage, Alaska; and Richard of Everett; 1 stepson Chris at home, numerous grandchildren; 1 brother David J., City, many other relatives. Funeral services Thursday, Sept. 19, 10:30 a.m. within the Chapel of the Westford Funeral Home with Rev. Fred Mueller officiating. Interment Woodlawn. Followed by the military graveside services of the VFW Post No. 1585.
(The Bellingham Herald (WA) 18 Sep 1974, Wed.) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GRAPPE, Knute Erland of Bellingham died Saturday, June 29, 1996, in Bellingham. He was 82. A private family graveside service will be held, followed by a memorial service at 2 p.m. Tuesday at Rome Community Bible Church. The Rev. Paul Beck will officiate. Born Nov. 13, 1913 to Carl and Hilma Lundberg Grappe in Sand Point, Idaho, he lived in Whatcom County for 78 years. He played semi-pro baseball for several years with teams in the county. He also fished, logged, and worked in forestry for state and federal agencies, retiring from the State Department of Natural Resources in 1982. Mr. Grappe was a member of Rome Community Bible Church and Rome Grange. He sang and played guitar for residents of various rest homes, and was a member of the "Blazing Guitars" group. He enjoyed travel and the outdoors. He married Aura Christen on Sept. 1, 1934, in Yakima. He was preceded in death by a daughter, Caryn Palmberg brothers Gustaf Grappe, Harry Grappe and Rudolph Johnson, and his sister, Vera Johnson. Survivors include his wife of Bellingham, daughters Verjean Golden of Deming, Denice Baggett of Custer and Joanne Norris of Bellingham, brother Harold Grappe of Grants Pass, Ore., 12 grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Arrangements by Greenacres Funeral Home and Memorial Park.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 30 Jun 1996) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GRASHER, Anita G., age 82, passed away September 29, 2006 at St. Joseph Hospital in Bellingham. A Vigil Rosary Service at St Anne's Catholic Church in Blaine will be on Tuesday, October 3, 2006 at 7:00 p.m. with a Funeral Mass on Wednesday, October 4, 2006 at 10:00 a.m. Jerns-McKinney Funeral Chapel, Blaine.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 1 Oct 2006) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GRAVELINE, Antoinean J., 80, 2401 Moore St., died Wednesday (Oct. 17, 1979) in a local hospital. He had been a resident of Whatcom County for 75 years. He was born July 9, 1899 in Michigan. A retired carpenter, he was a member of Garden Street United Methodist Church. He is survived by his wife, two daughters, five grandchildren, three great-grandchildren and nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Friday at Jones Funeral Home, with burial in Woodlawn Cemetery.
(The Bellingham Herald (WA) 18 Oct 1979, Thu.) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GRAVELINE, Jennie G., age 93, of 2401 Moore Street, Bellingham, WA, passed away Saturday, September 26, 1992. Born November 8, 1898 in Ferndale, Washington to John J. and Hannah Fox, she was a member of Garden Street United Methodist Church; preceded in death by her husband, Antoinean Graveline in 1979; two daughters, Margaret Allgire in June 1992 and Gladys Norman in April 1989. Survived by five grandchildren, Martha Allgire of Seattle, WA; Don Allgire of Mt. Vernon, WA; Carolyn Allgire of Clinton, WA; Bob Norman of Stanwood, WA; Kathy Evans of Bothell, WA; seven great-grandchildren, one great-great-granddaughter, many nieces and nephews, including niece and close friend, Helen Quimby of Bellingham; companion and friend Faye Bartlett of Bellingham; neighbors and special friends, Al and Billey Force of Bellingham. Graveside Service Wednesday, September 30, 1992, 2 p.m. at Woodlawn Cemetery followed by a Memorial Service at 3 p.m., Garden Street United Methodist Church, with Reverend Robert Drew officiating. Visitation at Jones-Moles Funeral Home, Bellingham, Tuesday, Sept. 29, 5 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. and Wednesday September 30, 9 a.m. to 12 noon.
(The Bellingham Herald (WA) 29 Sep 1992) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GRAVELINE, Judy Snow passed away August 7, (2007) in San Jose, CA. She was a wonderful, fun, caring and loving wife, sister and daughter. Judy was a dedicated elementary teacher who won praise and awards from her peers, administrators and the State of California. Many, many students returned to thank her for her gifts of caring and learning. She was preceded in death by her husband Paul and her mother Loraine "Danny" Snow. She is survived by her father Art and Doris Snow of Texas and her sister Ginny and Archie Parker of Bellingham. A celebration of Judy's life will be held September 9 at 2 p.m. in the home of Ginny and Archie Parker.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 2 Sep 2007) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GRAVEM, Eleanor, of Bellingham, WA, widow of Norius "Dick" Gravem and daughter of the late Frimann andJosephine (Josephson Sigfusson, passed away peacefully Wednesday, October 23, 1996, in Bellingham. She is survived by her brother, William Jenings Sigfusson of Pleasanton, CA; sisters, Lucile Willey and Steinun Margaret Kroman, both of Bellingham; numerous nieces, nephews and many friends. Memorial Service will be held Monday, October 28, 1996, 11:30 a.m. at Jones-Moles Funeral Home with Reverend Leonard C. Ericksen officiating. Burial Greenacres Memorial Park.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 27 Oct 1996) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GRAVEM, Norius (Dick) age 69 of 917 N. Forest St, passed away Tues, April 1, 1980. He was born Dec. 1, 1910 in Colfax, Wisc. He was a former Bellingham business man and had been a resident here for 65 years. He was a Baptized and confirmed Lutheran a member and past master of Ferndale Lodge No. 264 F&AM, Bellingham Elks Lodge No. 194, Bellingham Yacht Club and Albert J. Hamilton Post No. 7 American Legion. He is survived by his wife Eleanor, a sister Shilene Tague of Puyallup and numerous beloved nieces, nephews, cousins and in-laws. Funeral services will be conducted Friday, April 4, 1 p.m. at The Jones Funeral Home with Rev. Leonard C. Ericksen, Pastor of Central Lutheran Church officiating. Interment will follow at Greenacres Memorial Park.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 2 Apr 1980) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GRAVES, Bert H. - Funeral services for Bert H. Graves, 61, Custer, will be held at 1:30 p.m. Friday in Moles Funeral Home. He died Tuesday (Oct. 15, 1974) of injuries suffered in an automobile accident Oct. 10. Mr. Graves had lived in Whatcom County most of his life and was a veteran of World War II and a member of the Streets-Pike VFW post. Survivors include two sons, Richard of Bellingham and Grant of Custer; his mother, Mrs. Frank C. Graves of Custer; a brother, Frank of Ferndale; a sister Charlotte Whiteley of Custer; and four grandchildren. Burial will be in Woodlawn Cemetery.
(The Bellingham Herald (WA) 16 Oct 1974, Wed.) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GRAVES, Frank V. "George", age 86, of Bellingham, passed away Wed., July 18, 2001 in Bellingham. Born Feb. 7, 1915, in Harlan, Iowa to John and Eva (Stromme) Graves. He married Aletha Komen in Everett, they were married for 56 years. He served 6 years during WWII in the Navy. Frank retired from Henifin Construction. Survived by his wife of the family home son, Douglas Graves and wife Marlene of Bellingham 3 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren. A Memorial Service will be held Mon., July 23, 11:00 a.m. at Greenacres Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor David Erickson officiating. Greenacres Funeral Home.
(From Bellingham Herald, 21 Jul 2001) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GRAVES, Latrelle, age 64, of 2688 Douglas Rd., Ferndale passed away Tuesday, May 11, (1976). Mrs. Graves had been a resident of Ferndale since 1937, was the office manager of the Ferndale office, Westside Record Journal and a member of the 4th Corner Presswomen's Assoc. She is survived by her husband, Russel; two sons, Stanley and Robert, both of Ferndale; one daughter, Debbie at Washington State University in Pullman; her mother Margaret Russ; one sister, Ilene Lomsdalen, both of Ferndale, and 5 grandchildren. Funeral services will be conducted by Rev. Dan Swanson on Friday, May 14 at 1:30 p.m. in Moles Funeral Chapel.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 13 May 1976) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GRAVES, Maud A., 96, of Custer, died Thursday (Aug. 26, 1982) in a local hospital. She was born July 1, 1886, in Ferndale, and had been a lifetime resident of the Custer/Ferndale area. Survivors include a son, a daughter, six grandchildren, 23 great-grandchildren and numerous other relatives. Graveside services are at 3:30 p.m. today at Woodlawn Cemetery, with the Rev. Graham Hutchins officiating. Arrangements are by Moles Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 27 Aug 1982) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GRAVES, Peter P. - Graveside services for former logger Peter P. Graves, 70, will be held 11 a.m. today at Greenacres Memorial Park, with the Rev. Harold Schroeder officiating. Mr. Graves, 2188 Seamount Drive, died Sunday (Dec. 16, 1990) at a nursing home in Ferndale, where he moved recently. He was born July 1, 1920, in Porter, Okla. to Robert L. and Minne Graves. Survivors include a son Johnny Lee Graves of Haskell, Okla, and a sister Ella Davis of Concho, Ariz. Arrangements are by Moles Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 21 Dec 1990) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GRAY, Charles H., 85, of 8225 Bob Hall Road, Lynden, died Friday (July 15, 1988) in Bellingham. He was born August 10, 1902, in Pittsburgh, PA, and came to Whatcom County with his parents, Charles and Ida Gray, in 1903. Shortly after World War I, he served in the U.S. Marine Corps. He married Laura Bull in Bellingham on Feb. 28, 1925. He worked for many years as a crane operator at the old Bloedel-Donovan Mill in Bellingham and later was involved in farming and trucking. Survivors include his wife, Laura, at home; three sons, Ronald Gray of Everson, Robert Gray of Lynnwood and Ralph Gray of Bellevue; two daughters, Marian Eaton of Yucaipa, Calif., and Betty Parsons of Baton Rouge, LA; nine grandchildren, six great-grandchildren and five step-grandchildren. Funeral services will be at 3 p.m. Monday at the Gillies Funeral home chapel with the Rev. John Aldrich officiating. Burial will follow in Woodlawn Cemetery. Visitation hours at Gillies are from 1 to 9 p.m. today and 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 17 Jul 1988) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GRAY, Daisy (Johannes), born February 19, 1916 in Winnipeg, Man., died July 3, 1998 in Abbotsford, B.C. She is survived by her loving husband Ed, daughters Barbara Kelly, Linda (Al) Smythe, Lauraine (Jim) Dupont, grandchildren Doug (Hazel) Kelly, David Kelly, Ian MacGregor, Wendy Smythe, great-grandchildren Christopher and Angela Kelly and many relatives and friends. Service of Remembrances will be held on Wednesday, July 8, at 10:30 a.m. from the Chapel of Woodlawn Funeral Home, 2310 Clearbrook Road, Abbotsford B.C. A special thank you to Dr. Peter Daniels and the caring staff at M.S.A. Cottage Pavillion. We will love you forever.
(From The Bellingham Herald (WA) 7 Jul 1998) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GRAY, Jess H., age 87, of Bellingham, WA, passed away Wed., Oct. 1, 1997 in Bellingham. He was born June 23, 1910 in Bellingham. A lifelong resident of Bellingham, he owned and operated Gray's Shoe Repair for over 40 yrs. He was preceded in death by his wife Lorraine E. Gray and long-time friend Ellen Halmer. Jess loved attending garage sales with his friend Ellen. He particularly enjoyed visiting with all the friendly people at each and every garage sale, and was always on the lookout for a new road to travel. He is survived by his son Richard A. and wife Janis Gray of Galt, CA; granddaughter Judy Lynn Love of Modesto, CA. He will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him. Funeral services will be held Mon., Oct. 6, 1997, 1:00 p.m. at Jones-Moles Funeral Home. Burial Nooksack Cemetery. Visitation Sun. Oct. 4, 1997 from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at Jones-Moles Funeral Home & Cremation Service.

GRAY, Josephine M. - Funeral services for Josephine M. Gray, 64, Nooksack, will be conducted at 1:30 p.m. Friday at Veroske's Bellingham Funeral Home by the Rev. Paul Cantelon. Mrs. Gray died at home Tuesday. She had been a resident of the county for the past 25 years. Surviving are the husband, Jerry, at home; two sons, James of Ferndale and Douglas of Orlando, Fla.; and a daughter, Geraldine Squadridto of Miami, Fla. Burial will be in Greenacres Memorial Park.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 15 Jan 1975) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GRAY, Kenneth William - A Funeral Mass will be recited Wed. May 7, 1997 at 1:00 p.m. at the Church of Assumption for Kenneth William Gray. Survivors are his wife Julie Munoz Gray, sons Ryan, Phillip, and Kenneth Gray, all of the family home. A daughter Michelle Gray of the family home, his mother Candide Gray of Mt. Vernon. Two brothers, Sherman and wife Jan Gray of Camano Island, and Keith and wife Susan Gray of Bellingham, Two sisters, Marie Webster of Mill Creek, WA and Louise and husband Kent Stevens in Tenn., four nieces and three nephews, aunts and uncles. Ken was a devoted family man, active in the family's well being and leaves a legacy of jokes and stories. He was also co-owner of Gray Mold Company. Arrangements by Jerns-Leveck Funeral Chapel.

GRAY, Laura Josephine - Visitation for Laura Josephine Gray of Everson will be from 1 to 9 p.m. Sunday and 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. Monday at Gillies Funeral Home. A service will be at 1 p.m. at Gillies Funeral Home with David Reed officiating, followed by burial in Woodlawn Cemetery. Mrs. Gray died Thursday, Sept. 11, 1997, at Apple Valley Adult Care Home. She was 92. Born Feb. 16, 1905, on Orcas Island, she moved to Bellingham at the age of 14 and graduated from Bellingham High School. She married Charles Gray on Feb. 28, 1925, in Bellingham. A homemaker, Mrs. Gray also operated a strawberry farm on Bob Hall Road with her husband until his death in 1988. She attended Sunrise Baptist Church and was a member of Delta Grange. Mrs. Gray enjoyed fishing, crocheting, flowers, and supporting the Seattle Sonics and Mariners teams. In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by sister Ella Crowley and brother Ed Bull. Survivors include sons Ronald Gray of Everson, Robert Gray of Lynnwood and Ralph Gray of Bellevue; daughters Marian Eaton of Loughlin, Nev., and Betty Parsons of Foxworth, Miss.; 14 grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren; one great-great- grandchild; and numerous nieces and nephews.

GRAY, Marie Ange "Candide" passed away on January 1, 2005, at the age of 86. Candide was born on November 22, 1918 in Sainte Amélie, Manitoba, Canada, to Joseph and M. A. Albertine Ramsay. The eldest of eight siblings, she spoke fondly of her childhood memories of her beloved horse which brought her to and from school and the large red barns she passed by everyday. She married William Stephen Gray on September 23, 1941, in Maillardville, British Columbia, and they raised five children together. Family gatherings at their house during the holidays were cherished by Candide as she prepared from start-to-finish, elaborate meals and desserts. After a little over 50 years of marriage, Bill passed away, but Candide kept his memory close at heart. Candide was an avid gardener, seamstress, baker, painter and quilter; in fact there wasn't much that she couldn't do. Candide is survived by her sister Mildred Paquin of Saskatoon, Sask.; brothers Robert Ramsay of Maple Ridge, B.C.; Richard Ramsay of Penticton, B.C.; two daughters, Marie Webster of Camano Island, WA; Louise Stephens of Manchester, TN; son Keith Gray of Bellingham, WA; 11 grandchildren and 9 great-grandchildren. A Memorial Service will be held at Assumption Catholic Church in Bellingham, WA on Thursday, January 6, 2005 at 10:30 a.m. Arrangements by Jerns Funeral Chapel and On-Site Crematorium.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 5 Jan 2005) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GRAY, Olive Maude Myrick, age 69 of 1315 Garden Street, passed away in a local hospital Thursday, March 18, (1954). Mrs. Gray had resided in this community for the past 10 years and was a member of the First Christian Church and Lodge No. 175 O.E.S. of Mobile Alabama. Surviving relatives include the husband, Charles H. Gray Sr., at home; one son, Raymond Myrick, of St. Louis, Mo.; two grandchildren; one step-son, Charles H. Gray Jr., of Rt. No. 1, Ferndale; five step-grandchildren and one step-great-grandchild; three brothers, Frank C., George E. and Jessie A. Wallis, all of Steelville, Mo., and Mrs. Ella N. Kehr, of Cherryville, Ore.; numerous nieces and nephews. The remains rest at the funeral home of Harlow-Hollingsworth, where services will be conducted by Rev. C. Eugene Sabin, Tuesday, March 23, at 1:00 p.m. Final resting place, Woodlawn.

GRAY, Richard Jacob of Bellingham died Monday, March 10, 1997. He was 70. Born Aug. 5, 1926, to William and Lydia Gray in Spokane, he lived in Whatcom County for 21 years. Survivors include daughter Heide Gray of Everson; sons Howard Gray of Abbotstown, Penn., Tom Gray of Richland and Randal Gray; and four grandchildren. Arrangements by Moles Funeral Home.

GRAY, Sandra Jo of Bellingham, WA, passed away at home on Wednesday, November 15, 2006. She was 47, born in Bellingham on May 11, 1959, to Sherry (Gorans) and Douglas T. Gray. Sandra attended Cornwall Church. She was a loving and compassionate person, a wonderful caregiver for people and animals. Sandra was an avid quilter and enjoyed all handcrafts. She is survived by her three children: daughter Lynda Sethney and fiancé Tony Lane, son Jacob Gray, daughter Devaun Muder; grandson Zebediah Lane; parents Douglas T. and Sherry Gray; grandparents George W. and June Gorans; two sisters: Lynda (Greg) Swanson and Cyndy (Art) Berry; and nieces and nephews: Jeff (Holly) Swanson, Chad Swanson, Doug (Karla) Swanson, Gray Swanson, Jessica (Tim) Ross, and Justin Berry. Visitation will be at the funeral home from 1 to 5 p.m. on Tuesday, November 21 and from 9 a.m. until noon on Wednesday, November 22. A Memorial Service will be held at 1 p.m. on Wednesday at Cornwall Church, 4518 Northwest Drive.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 19 Nov 2006) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GRAY, Velma, long time resident of Bellingham, went to be with her Lord and Saviour November. 5, 2004. She was preceded in death by her husband Richard. She leaves behind a legacy of loving care to many in the community. She was a nurse in the true sense of the word and cared for the physical needs of many. Velma loved her dog, B.B., and her cat, Night, dearly. She won many awards for her excellent embroidery, but her passion was growing rhododendrons, which she worked at tirelessly. Memorial Service is scheduled at Community Baptist Church on Samish Way in Bellingham, 2 p.m., Friday, November 12th.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 9 Nov 2004) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GRAY, Walter A. (Bud) died on June twenty fourth at the age of 81. After graduating from Stadium High School in Tacoma, Washington, he went on to graduate from the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy in Kingspoint, New York and the University of Puget Sound in Tacoma, Washington. He served in both the U.S. Merchant Marine and the U.S. Navy during World War Two. He was employed in the Engineering department at Georgia Pacific Pulp Division. Walter was a member of First Baptist Church, National Society of Professional Engineers, Northwest Washington Engineer's Club, San Juan Chapter of American Merchant Marine Veterans, Puget Sound Chapter of U.S. Merchant Marine Academy Alumni Association, Whatcom Maritime Association, Albert J. Hamilton Post of American Legion, Mt. Baker Amateur Radio Club. He is survived by his widow Lois Jean, sons Steven R. of Bellingham, William G. and wife Nivia of Des Moines, WA, five grandchildren and brother Robert of Anchorage, AK. Graveside services will be held 12:30 p.m. Thursday, June 27, 2002 at Greenacres Memorial Park, followed by a 2:00 p.m. memorial service at First Baptist Church.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 27 Jun 2002) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GRAY, William S., age 72, of 2432 Westview Pl., Ferndale, died March 9, 1992 at a local hospital. Born in Seattle, WA, Mr. Gray moved to Whatcom County in 1973. He was a Contractor Consultant and owned Camaray Consulting Company. He was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church in Ferndale. He is survived by his wife Candide, sons Kenneth and wife Julie Gray, Keith and wife Susan Gray of Bellingham, and Sherman and wife Jan Gray of Camano Island. Daughters Marie Webster of Arlington and Louise and husband John Anderson of Tennessee. Twelve grandchildren and one great grandchild. Mass of Christian burial will be held at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Ferndale, Friday, Marc 13, 1992 at 12:10 p.m. with Father Brian McGovern as celebrant. Services and arrangements by the Jerns-LeVeck Funeral Chapel and Crematorium.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 12 Mar 1992) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GREEN, Alfred C. "Al" of Bellingham, WA, passed away Friday December 27, 2002 in Bellingham. He was 69, born September 28, 1933 in Bellingham to Harold and Ruth (Stout) Green. A resident of Bellingham for most of his life he served during the Korean War with the U.S. Navy. Al was an avid hunter and fisherman who also told the best stories of his adventures in both Washington and Alaska. He was a member of the Iron Workers Union Local #505/#86. Al was preceded in death by his parents, brothers, George and Homer Green and son Michael Allen Green. He is survived by his daughters, Linda and husband Greg Peterson of Bellingham, Karen and husband Jay Smith of Soldotna, AK; daughter-in-law Toni (Green) Wilder and husband Craig of Ferndale; grandchildren, Gregory D. Peterson II, Brent J. Peterson, Tiffany L. Arnett, Melissa K. Smith, Nicole M. Green, Jason A. Smith and Michael A. Green II; great-granddaughters, Tylor R. Arnett and Faith A. Peterson; brother Glen and wife Janet Green of Bellingham and numerous nieces, nephews and friends. Graveside services will be held 10:30 a.m., Tuesday December 31, 2002 at Greenacres Moles Cemetery.

GREEN, Arnold C. age 47 who resided at 2908 Mt Baker Hiway, passed away at a local hospital August 20, 1981. Funeral services are pending at Veroske-Jerns-LeVeck Funeral Chapel.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 22 Aug 1981) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GREEN, Betty M. - Graveside services for Betty M. Green, 63, 477 W. Alder Drive, Sedro-Woolley, will be at 1 p.m. Friday at Enterprise Cemetery. Visitation is at 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Thursday and 8 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Friday at Jones Funeral Home. Mrs. Green died Monday in a local hospital. She was born Jan. 30, 1923, in Bellingham and lived in Whatcom County all her life. She was a retired telephone operator for Pacific Northwest Bell. Survivors include her daughter, Beth Woodell of Bellingham; her son Robert Allen Green of Bellingham; one granddaughter; and two brothers.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 5 Feb 1986) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GREEN, Buford George, age 86, formerly of the Geneva area of Bellingham, went to be with his Lord, Wednesday, January 24, 2007 in Sedro-Woolley. He was born May 20, 1920 to his parents Rufus Allen and Maude Darling (Griffith) Green. In 1939 Buford volunteered for the U.S. Army to see the World. After the war erupted in 1941, Buford was an active member of the 69th Coast Artillery and the 255th Anti Aircraft Unit, stationed in the Aleutian Islands and India. After the war Buford found work with Longshoremen's Union Local #7 in Bellingham retiring in 19785(?). Buford above all else loved his family, and when physically able he was an avid sportsman and hunter. He loved music and frequently retold amusing stories of local community dances during his youth. Buford was preceded in death by his parents, his wife Betty (Duppenthaler) Green. He is survived by his son Robert Green of Sedro-Woolley, daughter Bethel Woodell of Bellingham, six grandchildren and three great grandchildren. A sister Bethel of Bellingham and a brother Allen of Puyallup. Private family services will be held at Enterprise Cemetery, Ferndale.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 28 Jan 2007) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GREEN, Cora M. - The funeral for Cora M. Green of 5775 Golden Eagle Drive, Ferndale, will be at 1 p.m. Saturday at Full Gospel Fellowship Church on Smith Road. The Rev. Dale Smith will officiate. Private burial will be in Woodlawn Cemetery. Mrs. Green, 79, died Dec. 18, 1991, in a Bellingham hospital. She was born Jan. 24, 1912, in Van Buren, MO, to Harry and Mamie Neer. She had been a resident of Whatcom County for 45 years, and a member of Full Gospel Fellowship Church of Bellingham. Survivors include her daughter Delsie Van Fossen of Ellensburg; her sister Farrell Chitwood of Bellingham; her brother Edward Neer of Ferndale; five grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren. Arrangements are by Moles Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 20 Dec 1991) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GREEN, Dorothy Jean - Funeral services for Dorothy Jean Green, 50, a Bellingham resident for four years, will be 1 p.m. Saturday at Greenacres Funeral Home Chapel, with the Rev. Al Currier of First Advent Christian Church officiating. Burial will follow in Greenacres Memorial Park. Mrs. Green, 1620 Alabama St., died Tuesday at home after a lengthy illness. She was born Sept. 5, 1938 in Greenfield, Ill. Before moving to Bellingham, she lived in Seattle for 27 years. She worked as an industrial house cleaner in Seattle. She married James F. Green on Aug. 8, 1986, in Seattle. Survivors include her husband; three daughters, Linda George Rosario and Patricia George Smith, both of Bellingham, and Juanita Piano of Portland, Ore.; two sons, Sylvester George Jr. of Bellingham and Jimmy Scott Piano of Seattle; nine grandchildren; a brother, Ronald Anderson of Bellingham; and a sister Wilma Catlin of Bellingham. Arrangements are by Jones Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 29 Jun 1989) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GREEN, Ernest J., 87, 2301 Henry St., died Monday, Aug. 31, 1992 at St. Francis Extended Health Care in Bellingham. At the family's request, no services will be held. Born Oct. 3, 1904 in Melbourne, Australia, to Thomas and Elizabeth Green, he married Evelyn Martin in 1937 in Everett. Mr. Green worked as a fisherman in Puget Sound and had a milk delivery route. He was a member of Teamsters, Mount Baker Rock Club and a former member of Elks Lodge No. 194. His hobbies included rock collecting, making silver jewelry, photography, travel citizens band radio, hunting and fishing. Survivors include his wife, Evelyn Green of Bellingham; daughters Willa Bohn of Fairfax, VA, and Donna Loft of Morgan Hill, Calif.; brothers Harry Green of Chester, Calif., and Arthur Green of Puyallup; seven grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. Arrangements are by Westford Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 2 Sep 1992) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GREEN, Evelyn L., age 88, resident of Bellingham for 70 years, died March 13, 1999 at Mt. Baker Care Center. She was born October 7, 1910 in Blaine, Washington to Gust and Eva (Carlson) Lager. Evelyn was a member of the Mt. Baker Rock Club. She enjoyed sightseeing and exploring. Preceded in death by her husband Ernest Green, August 1992. She is survived by her daughters, Donna Colleen and husband Robert Loft of Morgan Hill, CA; Willa Ann and husband Charles Bohn of Melbourne, FL; 7 grandchildren and 9 great-grandchildren. A memorial gathering will be held 2 p.m. Saturday, March 27, 1999 at Greenacres Memorial Park. Westford Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 26 Mar 1999) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GREEN, Frederick Edward, III, age 60, died at St. Joseph Hospital on Tuesday, June 10, (2003). The son of Viola (Buck) & Frederick Edward Green, Jr., he was born in Blounts Creek, North Carolina on May 11, 1943 and was a retired long-haul semi-truck driver. Mr. Green is survived by his daughter Brenna and husband Dave Henry, Anita Lawrenson, special caregivers and friends. At his request, no services will be held. Burial will be in Woodlawn Cemetery. Services are under the care of: Gillies Funeral Home of Lynden.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 13 Jun 2003) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GREEN, Garland, age 66, of Rt. 5, Bellingham (Alger) passed away Wed., July 20, (1977). Mr. Green was a logger and a life time resident of Skagit Co. He is survived by his wife, Yvonne at home; 1 son James Garland Green, U.S. Army in Germany; 1 step son, Victor Brown of La Conner, Wa.; 1 daughter, Mrs. Frances Ann Downs of Bellingham; 1 step daughter, Mrs. Linda Severson of Alderwood Manor; 1 brother, Paul E. Green of Culpepper, Virginia. Services will be conducted Fri., July 22, 10:30 a.m. by Rev. William Wayland. Burial at Bayview under the direction of the Jones Funeral Home.

GREEN, Harold W., 92, of Bellingham, died Saturday, Dec. 6, 1997 in Bellingham. He was born Aug. 10, 1905 in Council Bluffs, IA to C. O. and Cary (Clark) Green and was a Whatcom Co. resident for 86 years. Mr. Green was a carpenter by trade and retired from the State of Washington in 1971. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and water skiing with his family. He was preceded in death by his wife, Ruth in 1985; a son George Green in 1948; a grandson in 1989; one brother and one sister. Survivors: sons; Glen and wife Janet Green, Homer and wife Charlotte Green and Alfred Green, all of Bellingham; 3 grandsons, 8 granddaughters, 8 great-grandsons and 7 great-granddaughters. A graveside service will be held Thursday, Dec. 11, 1997 at 1:00 p.m. in Greenacres Memorial Park. Visitation will be Tuesday and Wednesday from 1-7 p.m. at Greenacres Funeral Home.

GREEN, Helen E., age 88 of Bellingham, WA, passed away December 23, 2002 in El Cajon, CA. A Funeral Service officiated by Pastor Gary Small, will be held 3:00 p.m. Monday, December 30, 2002 in the Jerns Funeral Chapel. A Graveside Service will be held 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, December 31, 2002 at Bayview Cemetery. The arrangements and services are under the direction of The Jerns Funeral Chapel & On-Site Crematorium of Bellingham.

GREEN, Homer R. - A graveside service for Homer R. Green of Bellingham will be at 2 p.m. Thursday at Greenacres Memorial Park, with Elmer Crape officiating. Mr. Green died Sunday, July 18, 1999, at St. Francis Extended Health Care. He was 67. Born Oct. 25, 1931, to Harold and Ruth (Stout) Green in Bellingham, he lived in Whatcom County all his life. Mr. Green served in the U.S. Navy during the Korean War. He was a member of the Sheet Metal Workers International Association Local No. 66 in construction for 25 years. He enjoyed fishing, hunting and working with wood. He was preceded in death by his parents and by a brother, George Green. Survivors include his wife of 38 years, Charlotte (Baker) Green, of the family home; son Robert Hempel of Bellingham; daughters Teresa Lincoln of Bellingham, Kristie Adams of Ferndale, and Diane Hempel of Montana; brothers Glen Green and Alfred Green, both of Bellingham; three grandchildren; and many nieces, nephews and other relatives. Arrangements are by Greenacres Funeral Home.

GREEN, James F., age 6, of Blaine, passed away Monday, October 17, 1994 at Stafholt Good Samaritan Center in Blaine. He was born May 10, 1928 in Henrico County, Virginia to Charles and Rosa (Williams) Greene. Mr. Green attended elementary school at Virginia Randolph Elementary and graduated from high school in 1947. He worked for White Engineering in Baltimore, MD and later enlisted in the US Air Force in 1952, where he served ten years during the Korean War. In 1954, he met Mary L. Law. They were married but divorced after eight years of marriage in 1966. Mr. Green was stationed at McChord Air Force Base in Tacoma and received an honorable discharge from the service in 1962. After serving in the military, he worked for Northern Pacific Railroad; Buckley Mental Institution as a counselor; and in 1972 moved to Seattle where he worked for the Boeing Aircraft Company until his retirement in 1982. He married Dorothy J. George on August 8, 1986 in Seattle and she preceded him in death on June 27, 1989. Mr. Green moved to the Blaine area in 1990 and belonged to the American Legion, Peace Arch Post #86, where he enjoyed playing pool and visiting with the other patrons. He also was a member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles #3029. In June 1994, Mr. Green was diagnosed with lung cancer. He is survived by his stepdaughters, Linda George Rosario and Patricia George Smith, both of Bellingham and Juanita Piano of Portland, OR; stepsons, Sylvester George Jr. of Bellingham and Jimmy Scott Piano of Seattle; sisters Elizabeth Jackson of Baltimore, MD and Margaret Hinson of Richmond, VA; brothers Charles Green of Englewood, NJ, and Jacob, Joseph and Robert Green of Richmond, WA; and numerous other family members. Visitation will be at Greenacres Funeral Home on Thurs., Oct. 20, noon until 8 p.m. A funeral service will be held Friday, October 21, 1 p.m. at Greenacres Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Al Currier officiating.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 19 Oct 1994) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GREEN, Julius P. - A private graveside service for Julius P. Green, 86, will be held at Bayview Cemetery. Mr. Green, 1200 Lincoln St., died Tuesday at Needham's Nursing Home after a long illness. He was born June 6, 1904, in the Ukraine, in Russia, the only child of Sennet and Emma Green. A resident of Whatcom County since 1912, he worked for Georgia Pacific Corp. as a millwright from 1941 until his retirement in 1967. He married Elsie Plattner on July 16, 1927, in Bellingham. She lives at the family home. He enjoyed cabinetry and built cedar chests, clocks, bedroom sets and jewelry boxes, mostly as gifts for his family. Other survivors include son Larry Green of Bellingham, daughter Mildred Plummer of Mount Vernon, on cousin, nine grandchildren, 15 great-grandchildren and other relatives. Arrangements are by Jones Funeral Home.

GREEN, Laurel Jr. - Visitation for Laurel "Bill" Green Jr. of Whatcom County will be from 7 to 9 p.m. today at Greenacres Funeral Home. A funeral will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday at Greenacres Funeral Home chapel with the Rev. Richard Talley officiating. Mr. Green died Sunday, July 7, 1996. He was 70. Born Feb. 5, 1926 to Laurel and Francis Maines Green Sr. in Clarinda, Iowa, he served in the U.S. Navy during World War II and worked for Georgia-Pacific West Inc. for 37 years. Mr. Green enjoyed traveling backroads, fishing Puget Sound in his boat, "Little Sunshine," wintering in Arizona and visiting Reno. He was a member of Retread Motorcycle Club. He was preceded in death by his sisters Dorothy Jacobson and Betty Michaude. Survivors include daughters Vicki Evenstad and Laurie Cavalli, both of Bellingham, Janell Brozovich of Ferndale and Cathy Hooper of Wisconsin; sisters Geraldine Fields of California, Pauline Bradford and Jane McCabe, both of Moses Lake, and Joan Balogh of Virginia; brother Richard Green of Marysville; five grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 9 Jul 1996) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GREEN, Michael A. - Lifelong Whatcom County resident Michael A. Green, 29, died Monday (Oct. 23, 1989) of cancer at St. Joseph Hospital. Funeral services will be at 1 p.m. Wednesday at Greenacres Chapel, with the Rev. Leonard Erickson officiating. Visitation will be through 5 p.m. today and from 9-11 a.m. Wednesday at Jerns and LeVeck Funeral Chapel. Mr. Green, 744 W. Axton Road, was born May 6, 1960, in Bellingham. He married Toni Beck in August 1983. Mr. Green worked at Weldcraft Steel and Marine, Inc. He enjoyed hunting, river fishing, woodworking and snow and water skiing. Survivors include his wife; a daughter Nicole; his father Al Green of Bellingham; his mother Stella Jordan of Bellingham; a step-brother, Ray Jordan of Bellingham; two sisters, Karen Smith of Alaska and Linda Peterson of Bellingham; three stepsisters, Becky Breakey and Katie Keifer, both of Bellingham, and Jeannie Jorden of Michigan; and numerous other relatives.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 24 Oct 1989) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GREEN, Ralph - Services for former Ferndale School District custodian Ralph Green, 82, will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday at Moles Funeral Home Chapel, with the Rev. Dale Smith officiating. Burial will follow at Woodlawn Cemetery. Visitation will be from 6 to 9 p.m. today at Moles Funeral Home Chapel. Mr. Green, of 5775 Golden Eagle Drive, Ferndale, died Sunday (Feb. 3, 1991) at Alderwood Park Convalescent Center. He was born March 2, 1908 in Van Buren, MO to Lee Tony and Nancy Green. He married Cora Neer on May 5, 1930. A 45-year resident of Whatcom County, Mr. Green was a member of the Full Gospel Fellowship of Ferndale. He retired from his job as custodian in the Ferndale School District in 1981. Survivors include his wife, of the family home; a daughter, Delsie Van Fossen of Ellensburg; brothers Ellis Green of Lynden, Walter Green of Fenton, MO, and Glen Green of Springfield, MO; sisters Marie Bales of Lynden, Edna Cowin of Fenton, MO, and Alma Hill of St. Louis, MO; five grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. Arrangements are by Moles Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 5 Feb 1991) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GREEN, Richard of Blaine, WA, passed away in Bellingham on Thursday, April 27, 2006, of a brain tumor. He was 53. Survivors include his wife, Donna Green of Blaine. There will be no services held.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 3 May 2006) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GREEN, Ruth H., 74, 426 West Lake Samish Drive, died Sunday (Dec. 22, 1985) in Bellingham. She was born Feb. 17, 1911, in Nooksack and lived her entire life in Whatcom County. Survivors include her husband, Harold; three sons, Glen, Homer, and Al, all of Bellingham; 10 grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren. Services will be at 10:30 a.m. Friday at Jones Funeral Home, with the Rev. Russell Hendrickson of the First Baptist Church officiating. Burial will be in Greenacres Memorial Park.

GREEN, Zella Florence, age 68 years, passed away at a Seattle hospital Sunday, January 17, (1943). Mrs. Green's home is at 811 Sixteenth Street, Bellingham, and she had resided here the past seven years. Surviving relatives are her husband Stephen H. Green of this city, two daughters, Mrs. David P. Siegley at Seattle, and Miss Patricia Lovise Green, Bellingham, two sisters, Mrs. Horace Bascom, Whitby, Ont., and Mrs. Elsworth McGrattan, Uxbridge, Ont. Services were conducted at the funeral home of Harlow-Hollingsworth by the Rev. James E. Milligan, Tuesday, Jan. 19, at 3 p.m. Bay View.

GREENE, Abigail Lynn, 4 months, of 2396 Cagey Road died Sunday, Sept. 19, 1993, at her home. She was born April 28 in Bellingham to Tessregan Greene and Nick Solomon Jr. of Lummi Island. She is survived by her parents; sister Kelly Greene; maternal grandparents Richard and Jacqueline Greene; paternal grandparents Nick Solomon Sr. and Ardith Tom; maternal great-grandparents Edmund and Margaret Greene, Michael and Viola Wilson, and Valention and Mavis Revey, all of Lummi Island; and numerous cousins, aunts, uncles and other relatives.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 21 Sep 1993) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GREENE, Clyde M., age 71, of 1679 Loomis Trail Rd., Custer, passed away Thurs., July 21, 1988. He was born Oct. 6, 1916 in Custer and is survived by his loving brother, Robert E. Green, lifelong partner in dairy and farming and formerly Greene Brothers Bulldozing Service and loving sister, Katherine Bamford of Oroville, CA, and 6 nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held Mon. July 25 at 11 a.m. at the Sunrise Baptist Church, Custer with Rev. Max Doner and Gale Bamford officiating. Interment Greenacres Memorial Park. Arrangements by Greenacres Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 24 Jul 1988) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GREENE, Edmund James, Jr., age 86, passed away on December 17, 2002. He was born on February 14, 1914 in Old Whatcom Lake, Bellingham, WA to Edmund James and Laura Lottie (Reed) Greene. He served in the U.S. Army during WWII in the military police. A prayer service will be held on Thursday, December 19, 2002 at 6:30 p.m. at the Lummi Wex Li Em Center. A memorial service will be held on Friday, December 20, 2002 at 10:00 a.m. at the Lummi Wex Li Em Center. Burial will be at Lummi Cemetery with military honors by the Lummi American Legion Post #33.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 19 Dec 2002) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GREENE, Ethel Eileen King of 1909 18th St. died at home Sunday, July 13, 1997. She was 80. A private service will be held. Born Aug. 13, 1916, in Sioux City, Iowa, she was a local resident since 1980. She married Max Greene on May 5, 1935. He died in 1995. A homemaker, Mrs. Greene enjoyed reading and attending musical theater productions, concerts and baseball games. In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by a son Michael Greene in 1969. Survivors include sisters Dorothy Humphreys and Elaine Morgan, both of Bellingham, and numerous nieces and nephews. Arrangements are by Whatcom Cremation Association.

GREENE, Raymond W. – There will be no service for Raymond W. Greene of Bellingham. Mr. Greene died Sunday, March 12, 2000, in Bellingham. He was 88. Born Aug 25, 1911 to Raymond W. and Olive (Barnett) Greene in Bellingham, Mr. Greene was an Eagle Scout as a youth. He panned for gold in Alaska and sailed as a merchant seaman before entering dental school at the University of California. Mr. Greene served as a lieutenant colonel in the Army Dental Corps during World War II. He practiced dentistry in Bellingham for 30 years. Mr. Greene married Frances Evelyn "Lyn" Hughes. Mr. Greene operated his boat, Agree, in the San Juan Islands and Canada for many years and served as a boating safety instructor and commander with the U.S. Power Squadron. He also served as a commodore for the Bellingham Yacht Club. He played the piano and the organ and composed a few of his own tunes. For many years, he worked to rekindle a community interest in the Mount Baker Organ Society. He also was a storyteller. He was preceded in death by his sister Genevieve "Jimmie" Standen. Survivors include his wife of 58 years of the family home; daughters Barbara Evans of Federal Way; Elizabeth Black of Olympia; and Patty Falk of Beaverton, Ore; sisters Jo Elsethagen of Bellingham, Helen Peterson of Sequim and Frances Westre of Alaska; and three grandchildren.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 15 Mar 2000) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GREENE, Stewart Lee of Lynden, Washington, passed away on Friday, July 13, 2007. He was 73 years old. Lee was a loving, caring, and very dedicated husband, father, and grandfather who sought to model his life after Christ's and to honor God in all he did. Lee will be greatly missed by his wife of 52 years, Mary Ann; four daughters and their husbands: Shelly (Tim), Sherri (John), Terri (Gary), and Wendy (Doug); and 13 grandchildren: Duncan, Marshall, Logan, Jordon, Dalton, Kayla, Bethany, MacKenzie, Andrew, Austin, Luke, Tori, and Kolby. A Memorial Service will be held in Lee's honor Saturday, July 21 at 11 a.m. at Sunrise Baptist Church in Custer.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 17 Jul 2007) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GREENE, Thyra Velma, age 87, passed away February 2, 2002, in Stanwood, WA in a care facility. She was a longtime Bellingham, WA resident. She was born in Tescott, Kansas to Artie and Tillie Greene on March 31, 1914. She moved to Bellingham in 1940 and has resided there since. She enjoyed her work in several bakeries, Mannings Cafeteria, as a housekeeper at Western Washington State dorms, cooking in public school cafeterias and working five summers for Whitney Fildago fisheries at Kodiak Island, Alaska. She loved to knit, crochet things for her grandchildren and play cards, especially cribbage with her partner Louie. She leaves to mourn her passing her companion Louie Elick, whom she first met January 28, 1981 4 children, Elaine Healy of Camano Island, WA, Sharon McLeroy and husband Jerry of Oak Harbor, WA, daughter, Pam Comfort of Tacoma, WA and son, Craig Comfort and wife Trudy of Bellingham brother, Kenneth Greene and wife Muriel of Tescott, Kansas. She also leaves 11 grandchildren, 13 great-grandchildren and three great-great-grandchildren. She was a member of Faith Lutheran Church for over 50 years. A funeral service will be held Friday, Feb. 8, 1 p.m. at Faith Lutheran Church, corner of Northwest and McLeod Roads, Bellingham, with burial to follow in Greenacres Memorial Park. Rev. R. L. Christensen will be officiating. Greenacres-Moles Funeral Home Cemetery.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 6 Feb 2002) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GREENLEVE, Harry B., 127 Morton St., Sumas, died in a Bellingham nursing home Saturday, Feb. 6, 1993. He was 91. Mr. Greenleve was born Dec. 6, 1901, to Alvin and Alma Riley Greenleve in St. Louis, Mo. The family moved to Fay, Okla., and then to Washington in 1923. Mr. Greenleve had lived in Sumas for the last 25 years. From 1943 to 1971, and he'd worked for the Northern Pacific and Burlington Northern railroads as an engineer. On Dec. 30, 1955, he married Norma Abercrombie in Snohomish. He was a member of the Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers, the Odd Fellows Lodge in Sumas and the Sumas Valley Grange. Survivors include his wife Norma of the family home; sons Gary Abercrombie of Everett, Dan Abercrombie of Sumas, Jack Abercrombie of Fairfield, Calif.; daughters Billie Greenleve and Carrol Sunde of Renton, Roberta Abercrombie and Carrol Hollibaugh of Sumas; 18 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren and numerous other relatives. A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday at the Sumas Advent Christian Church with the Rev. Earl Crouse officiating. Cremation will precede the services. Arrangements by Gillies Funeral Home.

GREENOUGH, Bryan, age 84 of 2241 Electric, passed away Thurs., June 4, (1981) in a local nursing home. He was a retired shingle weaver, life resident of Whatcom County. Survived by his wife Iva; a son Wayne Greenough of Bellingham; a daughter Lorraine Wiley of Bellingham. Services will be held Mon, June 8 at 2 p.m. in the Chapel of the Westford Funeral Home, Rev. Benham Pruett officiating. Interment Greenacres Memorial Park under the direction of the Westford Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald 7 Jun 1981) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GREENOUGH, Iva – The funeral for Iva Greenough, a 60-year resident of Whatcom County who died in a house fired Sunday, will be at 1:30 p.m. Friday at Westford Funeral Home Chapel, with the Rev. Ben Pruitt officiating. Mrs. Greenough, 91, of 2241 Electric Ave., died Sunday (Dec. 30, 1990) in a fire at her daughter's Bellingham home. She was born Iva Ferguson on July 23, 1899 in Sacred Wind, KY to George and Nancy Boggs Ferguson. She married Bryan Greenough on April 23, 1920 in Grays Harbor County. The couple moved to Whatcom County around 1926. He died in 1981. A homemaker most of her life, she worked at a cannery near Nugents Corner during the 1930s. She loved caring for children and spent many happy hours on her owl collection. Survivors include daughter Lorraine Wiley of Bellingham; son Wayne Greenough of Bellingham; her brother, Harry Freguson of Hoquiam; three grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; three great-great-grandchildren, including newborn twin boys; and numerous other relatives and friends. Arrangements are by Westford Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 3 Jan 1991) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GREENWALT, Elizabeth, age 63, of 1321 N. Forest Street, passed away in a local hospital Wednesday, July 14, (1948). Mrs. Greenwalt had been a resident of this community for the past 20 years and was a member of the Trinity Lutheran Church. Surviving relatives are the husband, John, at home; two sons, Alfred A., also at home, and Marvin C., of Bellingham; four daughters, Mrs. Lester Pfannekuchen, of Ritzville, Mrs. Harold Oestrich, of Aberdeen, Mrs. J. E. Finns (Simms), of Albuquerque, New Mexico, and Mrs. Virgil Houghtelling, of Bellingham; ten grandchildren; one sister, Mrs. Henry Gettman, of Ritzville; four brothers, Jacob and Henry Heimbigner, of Ritzville, John Heimbigner, of Spokane, and Conrad Heimbigner, of Puyallup. The remains are at the funeral home of Harlow-Hollingsworth where services will be conducted by the Rev. M. A. P. Keller, Saturday, July 17, at 1:30 p.m. Final resting place, Bay View.
(From The Bellingham Herald, July 15, 1948) Submitted by Judy York

GREENWALT, Evelyn Elaine, 48, died at her home, 2926 Sunset Dr., Monday (Nov. 26, 1956). She had been a resident of the community for the past 16 years and was a member of Faith Lutheran church. Mrs. Greenwalt is survived by the husband, Alfred and two daughters, Miss Kileen Ann and Miss Judy Elizabeth, all at home; her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Anton Kron of Marysville; two brothers, *William Kron of Brahm, Minn. and Ki Kron; a stepbrother, Alden **Solderman, and a niece, Mrs. Patricia Thompson. Mrs. Greenwalt was a graduate of the University of Minnesota and worked at the Bellingham National Bank after coming to Bellingham. Services are pending at Jones' Harlow-Hollingsworth Funeral Home. (From The Bellingham Herald, November 26, 1956) *Wallace Kron; **Soderman Submitted by Judy York

GREENWALT, John, 1321 Forest St., age 87, passed away Sunday, August 27, 1972. A 43 year resident of this city, Mr. Greenwalt was a retired wheat farmer and was member of Emmanuel Lutheran Church, Ritzville, Wash. Surviving are 2 sons, Alfred A., city, Marvin C., Ojai, Calif.; 4 daughters, Mrs. Lester (Nathel) Pfannekuchen of Ritzville, Wa., Mrs. Harold (Edna) Oestreich of Aberdeen, Wa., Mrs. James (Ethel) Sims of Albuquerque, N.M., Mrs. Virgil (Martha) Houghtaling of Seattle; 16 grandchildren; 23 great-grandchildren; a sister, Mrs. Dena Schultz of Portland, Ore.; 3 brothers, Dave Greenwalt of Wenatchee, George Greenwalt of San Diego, Calif., and Alfred Greenwalt of Olympia, Wash. Services will be conducted by Rev. Duane Thompson, Wednesday, Aug. 30 at 1 p.m. at the Jones Funeral Home. Interment Bay View Cemetery.
(From The Bellingham Herald, August 29, 1972) Submitted by Judy York

GREENWALT, Marvin Casper, the son of Elizabeth Heimbigner and John Greenwalt, both whom were immigrants from the "Volga German" wheat farming community in Russia, was born on a farm near Ritzville, Washington in Adams County on March 15, 1917. The youngest of six children, his first word was a sentence: "I didn't do it." Marvin rode a pinto pony to school until one day he let it race another horse on the way home. He had been told not to race other horses and his pone was gone the next day. Marvin loved that horse and learned that actions have consequences, a lesson he never forgot. He fondly remembered going to school in a horse-drawn sleigh in the snow. The family lived on a huge wheat farm where large draft horses called Belgians were used to pull farm machinery. They had 32 of these horses. During the farm depression of 1927, the family was forced to leave. They moved to Bellingham, Washington "because it was a college town." Now ten year-old Marvin had to prove himself again, being the "new kid on the block." He did so by being nice and doing well in sports and was soon nick-named "Greenie." In high school Marvin was president of his senior class. In 1935-36,bhe played baseball at the University of Washington. In 1937, Marvin married Anne Clifford Penny, his high school sweetheart. In 1942, he volunteered for the Army Air Corps, but was unable to pass the color test for pilots. Drafted at the end of WWII, Marvin was trained for the assault on the Japanese Homeland. Only the use of the atomic bomb saved him from almost certain death as the 33rd Division was to be one of the first three divisions to invade the Japanese southernmost island of Shikoku. Marvin gave all his chocolate Hershey bars to Japanese children while at the Army Post Office in Kobe, helping building a new relationship with a new Japan. Marvin's lifetime career was as a postal carrier and then clerk. One year he was president of the Postal Carriers Union of Washington State. After retirement, Marvin and Anne had 25 years of buying and selling antiques and the fun of traveling to find them. They had two shops in California. Their house was always open to friends and family. Anne and Marvin raised their family in Bellingham, Washington; Santa Anna, California and Santa Barbara, California. They lived in Washington, California, Oregon and Washington again. Marvin never had an unkind word for anyone and was a friend to many 100's people throughout his lifetime. Two years after Anne's passing, Marvin found his second love and married Dorothy Wright. Dorothy has been a great blessing to Marvin these remains six years of his life. Marvin Casper Greenwalt is survived by his loving wife Dorothy, residing at the family home in Montesano, Washington; a sister Edna Oestreich of North River, Washington; two sons, Paul and Steve Greenwalt, both of Aberdeen, Washington, and a daughter Lynn Beard of Urbana, Illinois. Other survivors include Bill Wright of Mifflin, Pennsylvania and Susan Esquibel of Del Mar, California. There are also thirteen grandchildren and one great grandchild, as well as numerous nieces and nephews, and so many, many friends. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, August 4, 2006 at Calvary Lutheran Church in Aberdeen, Washington. An urn committal service will be at 1 p.m. on Monday, August 7, 2006 at Greenacres Memorial Park in Ferndale, Washington. Arrangements are by the Coleman Mortuary in Hoquiam.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 4 Aug 2006) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GREENWOOD, Gudrun, 67, 580 F St., Blaine, died Tuesday (March 13, 1984). She was born March 21, 1916 in Hansel, ND and came to the area in 1951. She and her husband farmed locally until 1961. The couple owned and operated Birchway Grocery, Blaine, until 1971. Later, she was self-employed as a housekeeper. She was preceded in death by her husband Melvin in 1978. She is survived by three sons, three daughters, two brothers, one sister, eight grandchildren and eight great grandchildren. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at Jerns-McKinney Funeral Home, Blaine, the Rev. Donald Walter officiating.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 15 Mar 1984) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GREENWOOD, Melvin H., age 69, of 8839 Blaine Rd, Blaine, passed away Sun., March 12, (1978). A resident of the Blaine area for 27 years, he owned and operated the Birchway Market. Surviving are his wife Gudrun at home. 3 sons: Harold of Seattle, Jay of Custer and Leslie of Blaine. 3 daughters: Elaine Elmore of Alabama, Jane Tahar of Calif., and Doris Johnston of Everett. A sister Muriel Hudson of Salem, Ore. Also 8 grandchildren and 1 great granddaughter. Funeral services will be held Sat. March 18 at 11 a.m. in Veroskes McKinney Funeral Chapel in Blaine with Rev. Peter Holdaas officiating with burial at Enterprise Cemetery.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 14 Mar 1978) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GREER, Beryl "Joyce", born Feb 21, 1921 in Sweetgrass, Montana, to Fred and Della Holtz, passed away Wednesday, June 6, 2007 in Bellingham. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband Jim in 2003, and a son Neil in 1974. Joyce is survived by her children: David and wife Judy of Douglas, AZ; Linda Nelson of Bellingham; Daniel and wife Carol of Florence, MT; Lloyd and wife Ellen of Ferndale and Libby and husband Martin of Boise, ID. She has 11 grandchildren, 16 great-grandchildren and 3 great-great-grandchildren. Joyce and Jim moved to Whatcom County for the second time in 1979 and spent many happy years as snowbirds in Yuma, AZ. Joyce's family was her life. Everyone she met was her friend and received one of her wonderful hugs. One of her other greatest joy's was playing her harmonica to the delight of family and friends. Private family services will be held.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 10 Jun 2007) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GREER, James (Neil), age 29 of 5845 Salakanum Way, passed away Wed., Feb. 20, (1974). Mr. Greer had been a resident of Bellingham for the past 7 years, was retired from the U.S. Coast Guard, was a member of the DAV and North Bellingham Grange. He leaves to survive his wife, Mrs. Joan Greer of the family home, his parents, Mr. and Mrs. James G. Greer, City, 3 brothers, David of Renton, Daniel of Missoula, Mont. and Lloyd of San Francisco, 2 sisters, Mrs. Linda Bissonette and Miss Elziabeth Greer both of this city. Memorial services will be held Friday Feb. 22 at 1:30 p.m. in the Chapel of the Westford Funeral Home with the Rev. Russell Hendrickson officiating. Followed by cremation.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 21 Feb 1974) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GREER, Sheldonna – On August 7, at Skagit Valley Hospital in Mount Vernon, Sheldonna Greer passed away, surrounded by family and friends, after a brief, courageous battle with cancer. She was a loving wife, devoted mother, generous colleague, and visionary educator. Toward the end of her life, she founded and led the Saratoga School, a program within the Stanwood schools to support home-schooled pupils and their parents. Born on January 25, 1950 to Albert and Madlyn Yarcho in Burlington, she grew up on her parents' farm near Big Lake. The second oldest of eight siblings, she was educated in the Sedro-Woolley schools. She studied early childhood education at Western Washington University in Bellingham, and after attaining her BA in 1972, she began teaching. In December 1970, Shelly married Terry Greer. Although she started her teaching career at Meridian Elementary, she and Terry soon joined the Peace Corps and were sent to Woleai, a remote atoll in Micronesia. From 1973 to 1975, they worked there as teacher trainers and took side trips throughout the eastern Pacific – The Philippines, Taiwan, Hong Kong, Macau, Saipan, Palau, Yap. They took hundreds of photographs of, among other things, laid-back Woleaians building canoes, fishing, or posing for the camera, stone money in Yap, cliffs in Saipan, and city scenes in Baguio City and Taipei. Over the next three decades, slides of these pictures were a seemingly inexhaustible source of stories and insights for family, friends and students. After returning to the U.S., Shelly took a break from teaching to raise her sons. From the mid-1970s to the late 1980s, they lived in Eugene, Lynden, Bainbridge Island, and Bellingham. In Eugene and Bainbridge Island, she was involved with parent-organized daycare co-ops. In Bellingham, she re-started her career in education, first establishing the daycare center at St. Luke's Hospital, then teaching elementary school at the Lummi Tribal School and then in Sedro-Woolley. In 1988, the Greers moved to Camano Island, and Shelly was soon hired at Stanwood Elementary School. At the same time, she became deeply involved in the community, including Camano Chapel, the Stanwood Education Association and the Professional Education Advisory Board at WWU. She also pursued further higher education, including a Masters Degree at Lesley College and a Principal's certification from the prestigious Danforth Educational Leadership Program at the University of Washington. Shelly's professional life was marked by two major innovative projects. The first, which began in the mid-1990s, was a multi-age "School within a school" at Stanwood Elementary. She and four colleagues worked together intensively, with students grouped flexibly, across grade levels, according to individual needs. This arrangement created close relations with her students and their parents, partly because it kept classes intact, with the same group of teachers, from first through fifth grade. It also fostered close friendships between Shelly and her colleagues. Her final major project was the founding of the Saratoga School, a Parent Partner Program within the Stanwood Camano School District that opened in Fall 2004. After several parents approached the district, Shelly took on the task of developing a new program and building support for it. After researching similar programs in other districts, Shelly developed a model that involved designing individual learning plans, advising and consulting with parents, and providing direct instruction on a weekly basis. Previously, the school district had not supported these families. After presenting this concept at community meetings and winning strong support from parents, she won the district's support. The program brought families into the school district by providing more choice, a sense of extended family, and a better experience for students. Now entering its fourth year, Saratoga has around 70 students. Perhaps the most rewarding task in Shelly's life was raising two boys, Ian born in 1976 and Garrett, born in 1980. She was optimistic, had high expectations, and taught them the value of faith, hard work, family, community and social justice. Garrett was on the high school science team, attended his parents' alma mater, and found work as a software programmer in King County. Ian played music in high school, went to college on the East Coast, worked in the trade union movement, did PhD work at Cornell and Cologne, and eventually found work as an academic, together with his wife, Virginia Doellgast, in the UK. Shelly loved visiting her sons, especially when it involved going to Europe, and was extremely enthusiastic about their successes. Shelly spent her free time traveling, gardening, making home improvements, and generally helping out. She could learn any task and do it competently, with the exception, she admitted, of auto repair. She always had time for others, especially children, and loved working in the soil and seeing things grow. She took hurting people into her home for healing, sometimes for several years and always thought of others before herself. At work, at home and in the community, she radiated calm and reason; this intensified in her final weeks, as she comforted worried friends and family members. The many people whose lives she touched miss her immensely. In addition to her mother, husband and sons, she is survived by seven brothers and sisters: Trudi Davis, Roland Yarcho, Bill Yarcho, Angela Benjamin, John Yarcho, Nancy Miller and Darlys Yeager. A funeral service was held Aug. 12 at Camano Chapel on Camano Island.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 13 Aug 2007) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GREETAN, Alice A., 87, of Bellingham, died May 18, 1995 at her home. She was born April 21, 1908 in North Dakota to Edgerton and Alice (Dixson) Gibson and was a resident of Bellingham for 42 years. She was of pioneer stock, moved from Canada to Montana in 1912 in a horse-drawn covered wagon and was raised on a homestead ranch. At age 18, she taught grades 1 through 8 in a converted granary on the Montana prairie. She lived in a sod shanty as a child and later in a one-room log cabin which she helped build. She married Roy Greetan in Shelby, Montana in 1928. For the next 40 years she travelled extensively in the western U.S., Alaska and Asia. She spent 6 years in Saigon during the Vietnam conflict. She has been an active member of the Bellingham Senior Center for 18 years and enjoyed playing guitar with the Senior Center Band. The band entertained at the Senior Center and many local nursing homes. She also enjoyed fishing, sewing and working in her yard. She was preceded in death by her husband of 49 years, Roy Greetan, in April of 1977. She is survived by her sons, Richard Greetan and wife Kay of Bellingham and Donald Greetan and wife Mary of Carlsbad, NM; 9 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren. Funeral Service will be held Tuesday, May 23rd at 1:00 p.m. at Jones-Moles Funeral Home with Rev. Robert Drew of Garden Street United Methodist Church officiating. Burial will follow in Greenacres Memorial Park. Arrangements Jones-Moles Funeral Home.

GREGOR, Alvin John, age 79 of 2463 Crestline, Ferndale, passed away suddenly at home Sunday, February 28, 1982. Alton had been a life time resident of the Ferndale community; was a member of Triumph Lutheran Church of Ferndale; the Jet Oldsters of Ferndale; the Ferndale Lodge, No. 264, F&AM; and the Ferndale OES. He was a member of the Retired Teachers Association and had been a principal of the Ferndale School District at Central Elementary School from 1928-1941 and of the Ferndale Junior High School from 1941 until he retired in 1966. He is survived by his wife, Alta Jo Gregor of Ferndale; 1 son Alton Gregor of Kirkland; 1 daughter, Anita Knowles of Houston, Texas; a sister and brother-in-law, Alice and Homer English of Wenatchee; 4 grandchildren; 1 great grandchild. Funeral services will be conducted by Pastor Ron Knutson Wednesday, March 3 at 1 p.m. in Triumph Lutheran Church. Burial will follow in Enterprise Cemetery. Under the direction of Moles Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 1 Mar 1982) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GREGOR, Mattie, age 76 of 711 Main St., Ferndale, passed away Sat. March 18, (1978. She lived almost her entire lifetime in Whatcom Co. Mrs. Gregor taught school in Wenatchee from 1926-1940 and for a number of years following in Ferndale. She was a member of the Triumph Lutheran Church, Ferndale, and the Kappa Kappa Gamma Sorority, Ferndale Jet Oldsters, and the Whatcom Co. Retired Teachers Assoc. She is survived by her brother and sister-in-law, Alvin and Alta Jo Gregor of Ferndale; sister and brother-in-law, Alice and Homer English of Wenatchee; 3 nieces, Anita Knowles, Houston Texas; Beverly Jagla, Wenatchee; Betty England, Sacramento, CA; 1 nephew Elton Gregor of Kirkland. Arrangements are pending at Moles Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 19 Mar 1978) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GREGORY, Kathy London, age 62, passed away January 23, 2006 at St. Joseph Hospital in Bellingham. Kathy worked as a teacher in Bellingham, San Juan Island, Bellevue, Anchorage, AK, and Frankfort, IN. She was also a member of Whatcom County NW Singles Club, League of Women Voters and past president of Whatcom Republican Women, holding various positions in state delegations. She is survived by sons Eric and wife Lise Gregory of Wasilla, AK, Mark and wife Beth Gregory of Kasilof, AK, five grandchildren, sister Sandy and husband Rev. Earnest Howard, Jr., of Indiana and numerous other relatives and friends. A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, January 28, 2006, at 3 p.m. at Christ the Servant Lutheran Church with Rev. Randy Grauer, Rev. Andrew Yee, Rev. Dean Nichols and Rev. Ernie Howard officiating.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 28 Jan 2006) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GREGORY, Robert C., 31, of Mount Vernon, died Friday, April 24, 1992, in Everett. He was born Feb. 20, 1961, to Jan R. and Shirley Gregory in Hawthorne, Calif. Mr. Gregory had lived in Whatcom County until he moved to Skagit County a year ago. He was employed by Minit-Lube in Mount Vernon, and also had worked for the company in Bellingham. He was a 1979 graduate of Ferndale High School. He loved the outdoors and riding his motorcycle. Survivors include his parents in Ferndale; a sister Catherine Gregory of Ferndale; grandmother Pearl Sunde of Bellingham; and numerous other relatives. A memorial service will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday in the Moles Funeral Home Chapel, Ferndale.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 26 Apr 1992) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GREGSON, Reginald C., of 811 N. Garden St, No. 6, Bellingham, passed away Nov. 19th, (1984) at the age of 81. Born in England May 22, 1903, he was a former owner of the Lynden Motel. Surviving is his wife Sarah, Bellingham; 2 daughters, Marie Colby of New Westminster, B.C.; Annette Kester of Kuadra (sic) Island, B.C.; 1 sister-in-law, Jessie Gregson of Seattle; 6 grandchildren; 7 great-grandchildren; 1 nephew Ken, of N. Vancouver, B.C. Services will be held Wed., Nov. 21, 4 p.m. at the Jerns and LeVeck Chapel, pastor Robert Koornnees officiating. Arrangements by Jerns & LeVeck Funeral Chapel.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 20 Nov 1984) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GREIG, Kenneth Karl, age 43, of Bellingham, WA, passed away at home on Tuesday, January 13, 1998. He was born August 21, 1954 in Syracuse, New York. Ken married his beloved wife Susie (Grovogel) Greig on May 19, 1984 in Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin. Ken graduated from the New York State Maritime College in 1976 and was a ship captain for ARCO Marine, Inc., recently receiving a Lifetime Achievement Award. He was a very dedicated and loving father, husband and friend who touched the heart of everyone he met. Ken was a very active member of Our Saviour's Lutheran Church, serving years on the Church Council and as Council President this past year. He (sic) gifts of Hope, Faith and Love remained strong during his four year battle with cancer. Survivors include his wife Susie; son Troy and daughters Heather and Ashley of the family home; parents Ken and Jeanette Greig of New York; brother Glenn of Texas and sister Mrs. Joyce McCarthy of California; an uncle and aunt and numerous nieces and nephews. A celebration of Ken's life will be held at Our Saviour's Lutheran Church, 1720 Harris Ave., Bellingham on Friday, January 16, 1998 at 11:00 a.m. Arrangements by Jones-Moles Funeral Home & Cremation Service.

GRENIER, Helen "Tena" Green, age 88, passed away on May 8, 2005 at her residence in Blaine. She was born April 15, 1917 to Edward and Laura (Reed) Green in White Rock, B.C. and has been a resident of Blaine for 60 years. She loved gardening, was an avid clam digger and beach comber. She was preceded in death by her husband, William Anthony Grenier; sisters Velma Mason, Violet Radcliff; brothers Edward Green, Raymond Green, Stan Green, Robert Green and Woggy Dollen. She is survived by numerous nieces and nephews, including Elsie (Dood) Point, Harry (Spud) Cooper, Clifford (Coop) Cooper, Henrietta Cooper, Leland (Lee) Cooper and special grandniece, Janine Hillaire, all of Lummi. An evening Prayer Service will be Wednesday, May 11, 2005 at 6 p.m. and a Funeral Service will be held on Thursday, May 12, 2005 at 10 a.m. Both services will be at Lummi Neighborhood Facility with traveling missionary, Joanne Hal, Shaker Service officiating.
(From the Bellingham Herald, 12 May 2005) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GRIEFF, Hazel S., age 82 of S. Forest Street, Bellingham, passed away in a local hospital Sunday, October 31, 1982. She had been born in Latvia January 29, 1900; had lived in this area since 1923; was a member of the Beth Synagogue; and Haddassah. She is survived by her husband Michael; 2 sons, Dr. Marvin Grieff of California; Bernard Grieff of Seattle; 1 brother, Samuel Stusser of Seattle; 1 sister Charlotte Soll of California; 6 grandchildren. Services will be held at Jerns & LeVeck Funeral Chapel Tuesday, November 2 at 1 p.m. with Rabbi F. S. Gartner officiating. Interment in Beth Israel Cemetery.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 2 Nov 1982) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GRIEFF, Michael - Services for Michael Grieff, 93, will be at 1 p.m. Wednesday at Beth Israel Cemetery. Rabbi Fred Gartner will officiate. Burial will follow in Beth Israel Cemetery. Mr. Grieff died at home on Sunday (Feb. 2, 1986). He was born March 15, 1894, in Lithuania. He moved to Bellingham in 1906 and operated Grieff Furniture Co for 50 years. He was a member of the Beth Israel Synagogue. Survivors include one brother and two sons.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 4 Feb 1986) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GRIFFIN, Alice Elizabeth of Bellingham died Saturday, May 22, 1999, at Sehome Park Care Center. She was 90. A private service will be held. She was born Feb. 21, 1909 to George and Etta Clark in Darrington. On July 6, 1927, she married Frederick B. Griffin. He died in 1989. A nurse in Bellingham for many years, Mrs. Griffin enjoyed league bowling. Arrangements are by Greenacres Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 25 May 1999) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GRIFFIN, Edward V. "Lark", 69, of 3200 Northwest Ave., died Saturday (Jan. 24, 1981). Born April 13, 1911 in Boynton, Okla., he had been a Bellingham-area resident for most of his life. He is survived by two brothers and three sisters. Private family services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday at Jones Funeral Home. Cremation will follow.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 26 Jan 1981) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GRIFFIN, Frederick Bidwell, age 91 of 1320 Lakeway Dr., passed away October 27, 1989 at St. Joseph South Campus. Mr. Griffin was one of ten children born to William and Jessie Griffin on April 29, 1898 in Anacortes and was the last survivor. Fred logged in San Juan, Skagit and Whatcom counties with his father and brothers completing his timber career with the Bellingham Boom Company. He was an avid bowler and member of the Two Pair Bowling League. Little was known of his love for the saxophone and his involvement in orchestra with his brothers and sisters. He is survived by his faithful wife of 61 years, Alice E. Griffin, and many nieces and nephews. Private family services will be held at Greenacres Funeral Home with burial in Greenacres Memorial Park.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 30 Oct 1989) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GRIFFIN, Guy, 89, 1725 D St., Lynden, died Saturday (Jan. 31, 1987) in Lynden. Arrangements are pending at Gillies Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 1 Feb 1987) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GRIFFIN, Houston, age 70, of 5654 Orchard Dr., Ferndale, passed away Sun., March 26, 1978. Mr. Griffin moved to Ferndale from Oregon in 1975 and was a member of the Bakerview Christian Church. He is survived by his wife Grace. 2 daughters: Linda Sparks of Newport Beach, CA and Nadine Wilson of Orange, CA. A stepdaughter, Patricia Brown of Woodland, CA. A brother, Raymond of LaHabra, CA. A stepbrother, Rodger Bymaster of Ukiah, CA. 3 sisters: Belle Cottingham of Ft. Smith, Arkansas, Delia Zell of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma and Minnie Morgan of Ft. Smith, Arkansas. Numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. Funeral services will be conducted by Rev. Richard Talley, Tues., March 28 at 10 a.m. in Moles Funeral Chapel. Burial will follow in Enterprise Cemetery.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 27 Mar 1978) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GRIFFIN, Ida C., age 82 of 2731 McLeod Rd., passed away Sunday, May 13, 1979. A member of St. John's Lutheran Church, she had been a resident of this community for the past 32 years; employed as a school teacher prior to her marriage and is survived by her husband, Harold Griffin; 1 son Harold Henry and daughter-in-law Faye Griffin of Fairbanks, Alaska; preceded in death by 1 daughter, Elnora Marie; 3 daughters, Harriet Ann and son in law, Kenneth Sanderson of Seattle; Ruth and son in law Richard Gourley of Lynnwood; 1 sister Mrs. Ella Olson of Enumclaw, 9 grandchildren, 3 great-grandchildren, numerous nieces and nephews. Funeral service Wed., May 16, 1 p.m., St. Johns Lutheran Church, Interment Greenacres Memorial Park. Arrangements by Jones Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 15 May 1979) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GRIFFIN, Norman - Services for mill worker Norman Griffin, 82, will be at 1 p.m. Thursday at Moles Funeral Home Chapel, with the Rev. Jerry Gillians officiating. Burial will be in Woodlawn Cemetery. Mr. Griffin died Monday (Sept. 11, 1989) at Bellingham Care Center. He was born May 3, 1907 in Boynton, Okla., but had lived in Whatcom County since childhood. His wife, Mabel Griffin, died in 1966. Mr. Griffin was a mill worker at Osier Cedar in Bellingham until retirement. Survivors include a daughter, Nadine Westby of Bellingham; a son, Ronald N. Griffin of Ferndale; four grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; three sisters, Elrose Schnable and Gladys McGinnis, both of Bellingham, and Ethel Meyers of Ephrata; and a brother, Tom Griffin of Bellingham.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 13 Sep 1989) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GRIFFIN, Peter Thomas – A memorial service for Peter Thomas "Tommy" Griffin will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at St. Paul's Episcopal Church with the Revs. John Gibbs and Mary L. Jellison officiating. Mr. Griffin died Saturday, July 8, 1995, at Mount Baker Care Center. He was 74. Born April 7, 1921, to Peter Thomas and Emma Nauman Griffin near Van Zandt, he lived his entire life in Whatcom County. He graduated from Bellingham High School and was involved with the Civilian Conservation Corps after high school. Mr. Griffin served in the U.S. Army during World War II. He worked at Great Northern Railroad from 1939 to 1942 and from 1946 to 1962. He worked at Mount Baker Plywood until retiring. He was a member of Veterans of Foreign War, Post No. 1585 and American Legion Post No. 7. Survivors include his wife Betty Griffin of the family home; sons John Griffin of Marysville and David Griffin of Bellingham; sisters Ellrose Schnabel and Gladys McGinnis, both of Bellingham; six grandchildren; and one great-grandchild. Arrangements are by Greenacres Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 11 Jul 1995) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GRIFFIN, Richard Harold, age 91, of 2726 Alderwood Ave., passed away Fri., Feb. 9, 1990. A Bellingham resident for 43 years, he was a member of St. Johns Lutheran Church; certified as a steam boiler engineer; preceded in death by his wife Ida C. and by infant daughter Elnora Marie. Survived by 1 son, Harold Henry Griffin of Mt. Vernon; daughters Harriet Ann and husband Kenneth Sanderson of Ferndale; Idamae Sanderson of Seattle; Ruth and husband Richard Gourley of Lynnwood; 13 grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren; 2 sisters, Catherine and husband Lyle Adams of Mitchell, So Dakota; Elnora Williams of Everson; 1 brother, James Griffin in California; numerous nieces and nephews. Graveside services Tues., Feb. 13, 1 p.m. Greenacres Memorial Park, followed by memorial service 2 p.m. Christ Lutheran Church, Ferndale, with Pastor Eric Ranum and Pastor E. M. Bremer officiating. Jones Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 12 Feb 1990) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GRIFFIN, Sonja Marie, age 36 of Lynden, died suddenly at St. Joseph Hospital on Wednesday, Feb. 16, 2005. Funeral services will be conducted by Rev. Al Currier on Saturday, Feb. 19, at 4:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Gillies Funeral Home in Lynden. Sonja was the daughter of Cecil and Lillian (Coggins) Ramsey and was born on August 3, 1968 in Sedro Woolley. She grew up in the Everson area and graduated from Nooksack Valley High School in 1986. Sonja was employed in the food processing industry and loved the out-of-doors. She spent time camping, riding motorcycles and attending concerts. She is survived at home by her daughters Tempest, TeeAira and Taylee "Pink"; fiancé Jason McCormick; parents Cecil and Lillian Ramsey; sisters Patricia Jackson and fiancé Donnie Hadeen and Karla Ramsey all of Everson and sister Chris and husband Joe Sullivan of Lynden; life-long friends Glenda Muniz of Everett and Tina Davies of Everson and numerous other relatives and friends Services are under the care of Gillies Funeral Home & Cremation Service of Lynden.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 19 Feb 2005) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GRIFFITH, Adolph E., age 71 of Bellingham, passed away Sunday, November 16, 2003. Born March 9, 1932 in Nampa, Idaho to Catherine and Cline Griffith. Adolph is survived by wife Annabelle of 50 years; children Steven, Ann and husband Robert Fobair, Lana Gau, Renee and husband Larry Munn, Tim and wife Deanna, and Denise. He was pre-deceased by son Micheal. Adolph's life was blessed by many brothers, one sister, numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Adolph served in the Army during the Korean War. He was active in the DAV, serving as Commander for many years. He was also very active with the Salvation Army Church. He enjoyed fishing and outings with his family. Memorial Service will be held Thursday, November 20 at 1 p.m. at The Salvation Army with Major David Sholen officiating.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 18 Nov 2003) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GRIFFITH, Alice D., passed away May 2, 1996 at St. Joseph Hospital. She was born December 21, 1910 in Lexington, Kentucky; grew up in Seattle, WA and married John Marshall Griffith of Bellingham in 1932. He preceded her in death in 1986. Mrs. Griffith worked 22 years for KVOS-TV in a management position. She is survived by two daughters, Diane and husband Ray Eiford of Bellingham; Lee and husband Philip Monroe of Seattle. She is also survived by 5 grandchildren; 4 great-grandchildren; and sister-in-law, Carolyn Griffith. Private family services have been arranged by Jones-Moles Funeral Home. Interment will be at Bayview Cemetery.

GRIFFITH, Chester W. - Graveside services for retired truck driver Chester W. Griffith, 84, formerly of 2100 Eldridge Ave., will be at 11 a.m. Thursday at Enterprise Cemetery, with the Rev. E. C. Fritschel officiating. Mr. Griffith died Tuesday at a Bellingham nursing home. He was born Feb. 23, 1905 in Manistique, Mich., and had lived in Bellingham since 1974. Mr. Griffith worked as a truck driver for Northern State Hospital in Sedro-Woolley. He attended Geneva Community Church. Survivors include his wife, Laverne; a daughter Barbra Bullock of Burlington; a son Chester Griffith of Concrete; a stepson, Wayne King of Edmonds; four grandchildren; and two sisters, Mae Heinberger and Hazel Crandell, both of Bellingham. Arrangements are by Jones Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 27 Sep 1989) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GRIFFITH, Florence B. of 2605 Russell St died Friday, Sept. 3, 1993, in Bellingham. She was 91. A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. Monday at First Advent Christian Church with the Rev. Al Currier officiating. Cremation will be held, with burial at Enterprise Cemetery. She was born July 10, 1902, in Kenora, Ontario, to Wentworth and Shara Sharp. Her family moved to Bellingham in 1910, where she attended Roeder Grammar School. She married Philip Sanford Griffith in July 1921 in Bellingham. He preceded her in death in January 1965. Mrs. Griffith was a member of First Advent Christian Church and Fourth Corner Writer's Registry. She is survived by a sister, Violet Baer of Palo Alto, Calif and numerous nieces and nephews. Memorials may be made to First Advent Christian Church, Bellingham or to the American Heart Association. Arrangements by Jones-Moles Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 10 Sep 1993) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GRIFFITH, Helen May – Graveside service for Helen May Griffith, age 106, of 2114 Humboldt will be Wed., Oct. 27 at 1 p.m. at Enterprise Cemetery with Mr. Doug Anderson officiating. Mrs. Griffith passed away Fri., Oct. 22, (1982). She is survived by 1 son, Chester W. Griffith of Sedro Woolley; 2 daughters, Mrs. Mae Heimberger and Mrs. Hazel H. Crandell, both of Bellingham; 6 grandchildren, Bonnie Thompson, Perry E. Crandell, Chester O. Griffith and Barbra Jo Bullock, Joy Connolly and Margie Standish; 14 great grandchildren; 14 great-great grandchildren; her sister-in-law, Maude Green of Bellingham. Mrs. Griffith was a member of the Garden St. Methodist Church. She grew up in Manastique, Michigan where she had resided until moving to Bellingham 75 years ago. Arrangements by Jones Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 24 Oct 1982) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GRIFFITH, Leverne K. - Mountlake Terrace resident Leverene K. Griffith died Tuesday, Feb. 2, 1993, at the Lynnwood Manor nursing home. She was 79. Graveside services were to be held at 1 p.m. today at Sedro-Woolley Union Cemetery. She was born May 1, 1913, in Sylva, N.C., to William and Winnie Robinson. When she was a child, the family moved to Sedro-Woolley, where she graduated from Sedro-Woolley High School and married Elmer King. He preceded her in death in 1973. She later moved to Bellingham, where she lived for five years and married Chester Griffith. He, too, preceded her in death. Mrs. Griffith was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints in Mount Vernon. Survivors include son Wayne King of Lynnwood; two grandsons; and numerous aunts, uncles, cousin, nieces and nephews. Arrangements by Lemley Funeral Home in Sedro-Woolley.

GRIFFITH, Ruth L. - A graveside service for Ruth L. Griffith will be at 1 p.m. Tuesday at Cedar Lawns Memorial Park in Redmond with Rev. James Totzke officiating. Mrs. Griffith died Saturday, July 5, 1997, at Bayside Health & Rehabilitation Center. She was 92. She was born Feb. 5, 1905, to Robert and Mary Eldridge Warwick in Deming. Mrs. Griffith attended schools in Snoqualmie and received nurses' training at Swedish Hospital in Seattle. After her marriage to Jim Jarrett on Dec. 7, 1929, she lived in Fall City for 28 years. Her husband died in 1957. She married Joseph Griffith on Jan. 28, 1961. He died in 1965. Mrs. Griffith lived in Wichita, Kan., before returning to Fall City in 1961. A librarian, she enjoyed reading, bird watching, gardening and writing. Survivors include son Bill Jarrett of Santa Rosa, Calif., sister Dorothy Warwick of Bellingham and brother Robert Warwick of Redmond. Arrangements by Greenacres Funeral Home.

GRIGG, Amy Edith Yvonne - A memorial, graveside service for Amy Edith "Yvonne" Probert Grigg of Bellingham will be held at 1 p.m. Jan. 22 at Woodlawn Cemetery in Ferndale, with the Rev. John W. Gibbs of St. Paul's Episcopal Church officiating. Mrs. Grigg died Friday Jan. 7, 2000 at Alderwood Park Convalescent Center. She was 101. Born Oct 15, 1898 to Charles and Winifred (Rutland) Probert in Cheltenham, England, she first visited the United States in 1929. Mrs. Grigg lived in Australia and later in California before moving to Whatcom County in 1981. She was a homemaker, and an accomplished vocalist and pianist. Mrs. Grigg was a member of St. Paul's Episcopal Church. She enjoyed opera, classical music, reading, knitting, art, High Tea, social events and international travel. Her husband, Herbert Grigg, preceded her in death. Survivors include one niece and many great-nieces and great-nephews. Arrangements are by Gillies Funeral Home of Lynden.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 11 Jan 2000) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GRIGGS, Isabel H. Griggs, 90, beloved wife and mother passed away peacefully on January 21, 2004 at The Garden House at Merrill Gardens. She was born December 9, 1913 to Charles Walter and Alice Maud Henderson at Eldridge Farm, Bellingham, WA. Isabel was a daughter of pioneers. She was the great granddaughter of Edward and Teresa Eldridge and the granddaughter of John and Isabelle Edens. Isabel married H. Humphrey "Hump" Griggs on July 30, 1938. Isabel graduated from Whatcom High School, attended Scripps College, and graduated from the University of Washington with a degree in Art History. She was a member of Monday Club, PEO Chapter AP, Lake Whatcom Garden Club and past president of the Visiting Nurse. Izzy's happiest moments were spent in her garden on Middlefield Road and at her beach cabin on Guemes Island. She was a grand lady! Isabel was preceded in death by her granddaughter Meredith Griggs. She is survived by children Peter H. Griggs (Linda) of Sugarland, TX, Eden G. Johnson (Allan) of Seattle, WA and John H. Griggs (Donel) of Bellingham, WA, grandchildren include, Sarah Hoglum (Rob), Kristin Tebb (Travis), Geoffrey Cardwell (Anna), Stephanie Gettel (Scott) and Steven Griggs, and great grandchildren Jacob, Jordan, Nicholas, William and Henry. Memorial services will be held at the Westford Funeral Home Chapel Friday, February 6, 2004 at 2 p.m.

GRIM, John Boyd - Visitation for John Boyd Grim of Lynden will be at 11 a.m. Monday at Northside Community Church in Bellingham. A funeral service will follow at noon at the church, with the Rev. Ted Swinburne officiating. Burial will be in Greenacres Memorial Park in Ferndale. Mr. Grim died Tuesday, May 16, 2000, in Bellingham. He was 99. Born Aug. 22, 1900, to Frank and Martha (Redmond) Grim in Atlanta, Mo., he had been a Whatcom County resident for 63 years. Mr. Grim was a mill worker at Georgia-Pacific West. Inc. He also painted homes. Mr. Grim was a member of Northside Community Church. He also was a horseshoe club champion. He enjoyed fishing, hunting and gardening. His first wife, Grace Grim, died in 1972 his second wife, Ruth Grim, died in 1998. His daughter Laverne Elliot died in 1976. Survivors include son Dale Grim of Federal Way, eight grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren and many other family members. Arrangements are by Greenacres Funeral Home of Ferndale.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 19 May 2000) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GRIMMER, Mary, age 96 of Sequim, WA, passed away Thurs., Jan. 5th in Port Angeles, WA. She was born Dec. 20, 1892 in Grand Forks N. Dakota to Christian and Anna (Stortz) Erchinger. She married William T. Lange in July of 1910. Following his death, she married Oscar Grimmer in 1946 in California. He preceded her in death in 1965. She had lived in National City, CA for 45 years before moving to Sequim, WA in 1980 to be near her daughter. She was a member of the Lutheran and then of late Christian Science Churches and the Grandmothers Club. She enjoyed gardening and handcrafts. She is survived by her daughter: Frieda Higgerson of Port Angeles, WA, brother A. J. Erchinger of B'ham, sister Lidia Hale of Monroviar (sic), CA; 6 grandchildren, 12 grandchildren; 2 great-great-grandchildren, numerous nieces and nephews. Graveside service will be held Wed., Jan. 11 at 2 p.m. at Greenacres Cemetery with Donald Schatz officiating. Arrangements by Harper-Ridgeview Chapel, Port Angeles, WA.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 8 Jan 1989) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GRINDLE, Arlie M., age 91, of Seattle and formerly of Bellingham, passed away, Thursday, February 20, 2003, in Seattle. She was born October 12, 1911, in Ferndale, WA to John and Della (Starkweather) Hachman. She graduated from Ferndale High School and was valedictorian. She completed nursing school and was a registered nurse at St. Joseph Hospital. She married Frank Alfred Grindle April 5, 1938. He preceded her in death in 1990. She is survived by two sons, Alfred T. "Ted" Grindle and his wife Carol of Seattle and Robert Owen Grindle of Everett five grandchildren, Rose, Toscano, Dain, Marshall, Jennifer and Krystofer Grindle two great-grandchildren Keaton and Paris Toscano. She was preceded in death by eight brothers and sisters. Visitation will be Wed., Feb. 26, at Greenacres from 12-1:30 p.m. a Funeral Service will be held at Greenacres Chapel Wed., Feb. 26, at 2:00 p.m. Burial will be at Greenacres. Jones|Moles Funeral Home & Cremation Service.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 23 Feb 2003) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GRINDLE, Frank Alfred, age 77, of 358 South Garden Street, Bellingham, passed away Sunday, July 22, 1990. Born January 10, 1913 in Tacoma, he was a resident of Bellingham since 1936; worked in logging industry, Whatcom County, until 1950 when he became a longshoreman, retiring in 1975; and a member of Retired Longshoremen's Association. Survived by his wife, Arlie, of the family home. Two sons, A. Theodore and wife Carol Grindle of Seattle; Robert O. and wife Nancy Grindle of Lynnwood. Numerous nieces and nephews. Grandchildren: Rose, Dain and Marshall Grindle of Seattle; Jennifer M. and Krystofer Grindle of Lynnwood. Funeral service Friday, July 27, 3 p.m. at Greenacres Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Ralph Poulson, First Baptist Church of Ferndale, officiating. Interment Greenacres Memorial Park. Jones Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 27 Jul 1990) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GRINSTEAD, Harry W., 60, 119 N Samish Way, died Wednesday (April 2, 1975). He was a 15-year resident of the community and a longshoreman. An Army veteran, Mr. Grinstead was a member of the Salvation Army Corps and Leeaue (sic) of Mercy Worker and a member of the men's fellowship of the Salvation Army. Surviving are the wife Vivian; a daughter, Mrs. Wanda Cain of Bellingham; a son, Donald Ray Grinstead of Aurora, Colo., and two grandchildren. Maj. John Rocheleau will conduct services at 1 p.m. Friday at Jones Funeral Home with burial in Greenacres Memorial Park.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 3 Apr 1975) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GRINSTEAD, Rachel May, age 85, of 2708 Superior St, Bellingham, passed away Thursday, August 18, 1994 at home. She was born April 7, 1909 in Spearfish, South Dakota to Adelbert and Elziabeth (Fritschie) Bingham and was a local resident of Whatcom County for 85 years. She married John Grinstead on Oct. 10, 1926 in Bellingham and he preceded her in death on Sept. 18, 1970. She is survived by her children: Charmie Hewett of Bellingham, Dave Grinstead of Bellingham, Jim Grinstead of Bellingham, Bob Grinstead of Atlanta, GA, Ray Grinstead of Bellingham, Bill Grinstead of McMinnville, OR, Virginia Armstrong of Longview, WA, Ed Grinstead of Bellingham; sister Rebecca Anderson of Portland, OR. 24 grandchildren; 32 great-grandchildren; 5 great-great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. A funeral service will be held Mon., August 22, 2 p.m. at Greenacres Funeral Home Chapel with Mr. Robert North of the Bellingham East Congregation of Jehovah's Witnesses officiating. Interment will be at Greenacres Memorial Park.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 21 Aug 1994) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GRINTON, James C., age 90, of 2112 J St., passed away at home, Wednesday, Aug. 10, (1960). Mr. Grinton was a retired dairy and poultry farmer, having resided in the Custer area for 18 years prior to his moving to Bellingham in 1942; was a member of the Broadway United Presbyterian Church. Survivors are his widow, Nellie G., at home; one son, Walter J., of Bellingham; seven daughters, Mrs. Minnie Lindsey of Brewster, Mrs. Eva Raymond and Mrs. Ada Nulle, both of Bellingham, Mrs. Jennie Muesser, of Seattle, Mrs. Elsie Behme, of Custer, Mrs. Catherine Pierson, of Bothell, and Mrs. Ethel Arbuckle, of Puyallup; 19 grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren, numerous nieces and nephews. The remains rest at the Jones Funeral Home where services will be conducted by the Rev. Grant Whipple, Friday, Aug. 12, at 1 p.m. Final resting place Saxon Cemetery.

GRINTON, June L., formerly of Coupeville, WA, passed away on Sunday, September 2, 2007, at Fidalgo Care Center in Anacortes. She was 91 years old, born June 18, 1916, to John and Dora Arntzen in Bellingham, WA. June grew up in the Whitehorn Community and graduated from Blaine High School in 1934. She married Walter Grinton from Haynie, WA, on June 20, 1936 in Mount Vernon. In 1975, after 40 years in the Ferndale/Bellingham area, June and Walt built their retirement home in Coupeville while spending the next 19 winters in Hemet, CA. June was a homemaker and took pride in taking care of her family and her home. She liked to play bingo and shuffleboard and do needlework. She was an avid Mariner fan and a longtime member of the Bellingham Eagles. She was preceded in death by her parents, 2 sisters, 2 brothers, husband Walter of 63 years, son Walter Jay, daughter Charolette Jean, daughter Shirley Ann, and infant daughter Sharon Lee. Survivors include sons James of Bellingham and William of Tacoma; daughters Delores (Lowell) Hardison of Torrance, CA; Loretta Scheltens of Bellingham, and Darleen (Benjamin) Hulse of Snohomish; sons-in-law Richard Joneli of Sedro Woolley and Patrick York of Port Orchard; daughter-in-law Donna Grinton of Burlington; 16 grandchildren; 25 great-grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews; and special friends Bill and Chris Deakin of Coupeville. A Memorial service will be held at 1 p.m. Tuesday, September 11 at Moles Bayview Chapel in Bellingham.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 7 Sep 2007) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GRINTON, Sharon Lee, age one month, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Walter Grinton, 2512 Lynn Street, passed away at her home Sunday, January 14, (1945). She is survived, aside from her parents, by four sisters, Delores, Shirley, Charlotte and Loretta; two brothers, James and Walter; grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. John Arntzen, and Mr. and Mrs. J. C. Grinton; also great-grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Martin Halversen. Graveside services were conducted at Woodlawn Cemetery, under the direction of Monroe Funeral Home in Ferndale, Monday, January 15, at 1:00 o'clock with Rev. C. J. Nestvold officiating.

GRINTON, Walter J. - A memorial service for Walter J. Grinton of Anacortes, formerly of Whatcom County, will be at 1 p.m. Friday at the chapel at Jones-Moles Funeral Home. Mr. Grinton died Sunday, April 9, 2000, at his home. He was 84. Born June 20, 1915, to James C. and Nellie (Bird) Grinton in Armstrong, B.C., they moved to Clipper in 1924 and later to Haynie. In 1932, he graduated from Blaine High School. On June 20, 1936, he married June Arntzen of Whitehorn, B.C., in Mount Vernon. Mr. Grinton retired from C.V. Wilder Construction Co. in 1974, after a 33-year career as a truck driver. Mr. Grinton was a member of the Teamsters No. 231 for many years. In 1975, after living in the Bellingham and Ferndale areas, he and his wife built their retirement home in Coupeville and for the next 19 winters, they lived in Hemet, Calif. He enjoyed fishing in Canada, deer hunting in Washington state and playing shuffleboard in California. He was an avid gardener. His infant daughter Sharon Lee died in 1945 and son Walter Jay died in 1980. Seven sisters and one brother also preceded him in death. Survivors include his wife, of the family home sons James Grinton of Bellingham and William Grinton of Tacoma; daughters Shirley Joneli of Sedro-Woolley, Darlene Hulse of Snohomish, Charlotte York of Port Orchard, Loretta Scheltens of Pritchard, B.C., and Delores Hardison of Torrance, Calif. 16 grandchildren 21 great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 12 Apr 2000) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GRITCH, Todd C., 73, of Birch Bay died Wednesday, Sept. 9, (1992) at St. Joseph Hospital in Bellingham of heart failure. Often dubbed "the Mayor of Birch Bay," Mr. Gritch had lived year-round in the unincorporated beach resort area for more than 30 years. He recently served as the grand marshal of Discovery Days there. A mechanic, calligrapher, multi-media artist, photographer and structural designer, Mr. Gritch worked all over Whatcom County, being the creative force behind numerous innovated projects, including building the first gunnite swimming pool and a replica sculpture of Mount Baker. His calligraphy talents can be seen in signwork all over the county and state. He also worked for Boeing, briefly, in a technical capacity. Mr. Gritch, with his father, the late Carl Gritch of Everson, owned and operated The Everson Motor Company, a well-known enterprise serving Whatcom County from the late '40s until the early 70s. Mr. Gritch served as a pilot in World War II. Before and after the war he enjoyed flying recreationally around the state. He was also an avid car and boat enthusiast. He collected and traded vehicles of every kind. He was especially fond of classic cars and pleasure boats. He also was a charter member of the Royal Order of Birch Bay Beach bums, an organization devoted to helping those less fortunate. Mr. Gritch was born in Waterville, WA, on January 16, 1919 to Carl and Velma Gritch. He moved with his family to Everson as a young child, attending local grammar school and Mount Baker High School. Surviving Mr. Gritch are his three children, Brian Todd Gritch and Sherry Gritch of Dallas and Teena Gritch McMills of Olympia; two sisters, Terrese Pflueger of Bellingham and Marge Stratton of Whatcom County; four grandchildren, John Carl Gritch and Jayme Kristine Gritch of Dallas and Molly Cristine McMills and Meg Lillian McMills of Olympia; two nephews and one niece, plus many, many friends all over the Northwest. A family graveside service will be held Friday, Sept. 11. A memorial celebration of Mr. Gritch's life will be held Saturday, Sept. 12, from noon to 7 p.m. at the American Legion Hall in Blaine. All friends of Mr. Gritch are encouraged to attend. Arrangements by Greenacres Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 11 Sep 1992) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GRITCH, Velma L. - A private memorial service has been held for former Everson resident Velma L. "Grandma" Gritch of 3202 Vallette St. Mrs. Gritch, 92, died Wednesday, March 4, 1992 in a Bellingham care center. She was born Aug. 17, 1898, in Indent, Wis., to Frank and Lottie Rist. She was a longtime resident of Everson. Her husband Carl Gritch died May 12, 1971. Mrs. Gritch was a traditional homemaker, mother and grandmother. Survivors include her daughters Terry Pflueger of Bellingham, and Margie Stratton; her son Todd Gritch; six grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren. Arrangements were by Greenacres Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 7 Mar 1992) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GROAT, Frank M., age 79 years, passed away at his home, 2008 Wilson Avenue, Saturday, August 5, (1944). Mr. Groat had resided here the past eighteen years and was a millwright. Deceased was a member of the Church of God and of the Odd Fellows Lodge of Aitkin, Minn. Surviving relatives are the widow, Clara M. at home; one son, Frank Groat, at Albany, Ore.; one daughter, Clara Bowen, of this city; nine grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. The remains are at the funeral home of Harlow-Hollingsworth.

GROEN, Winnie, age 91 years, of Sumas, passed away in her home Sunday, April 22, (1962) following a short illness. Mrs. Groen had resided in Sumas since 1944 and was a member of the Sumas Christian Reformed Church. Surviving are her husband, Ike; three sons, Joe, Aize and John J., all of Sumas; three daughters, Mrs. John A. DeVries, Mrs. Maurice Molendyk and Mrs. Louis DeVries, all of Everson. Also 21 grandchildren, 37 great-grandchildren and two brothers in Holland. Funeral services will be held at the Sumas Christian Reformed Church, Thursday, April 26, at 2 p.m. with Rev. John Entingh officiating. Burial will follow in the Monumenta Cemetery under direction of the Gillies Funeral Home of Sumas.

GROENEWEG, William Gerrit - A memorial service for William "Willy" Gerrit Groeneweg of Bellingham will be at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday at St. Paul's Episcopal Church, with the Rev. Hollis Williams officiating. Mr. Groeneweg died Saturday, April 28, 2001 in Lethbridge, Alberta, Canada, following an accident involving a tractor. He was 40. Born Nov. 12, 1960, to Marienus and Janet Groeneweg in Lethbridge, he earned a bachelor's degree from the University of Lethbridge, a diplomas in Christian studies from Regent College/University of British Columa and a scholar of theology from Aaape Seminary. Mr. Groeneweg worked as a bookbinder and also as a supply minister at Clearbrook Lutheran Church near Lynden. Mr. Groeneweg had storied published in Cricket Magazine and other children's publications. Survivors include his wife, of the family home; parents, brother Joe Groeneweg and sister Patti Groeneweg, all of Alberta; and two nieces. Arrangements were by Martin Bros. Funeral Chapel of Lethbridge.

GROESBECK, Sina Florence Gilbert, "Babe" 91, was born Nov. 24, 1905 to Wesley Burrell Gilbert and Emma Glendora Dukes of Seattle, Wa., died peacefully July 10, 1997. She was preceded in death by her siblings Ethel Dupar, Myrtle Bulmer, Cora Hartwig, Esther Bordner, Melle Sheets, and Raymond Gilbert. She married Clarence Lyman Groesbeck on Christmas Day, 1927, and they were sealed in the Oakland LDS Morman Temple October, 1973. She was the loving mother of Jerry Lyman (Janis), Dr. Clarence Jess (Dianne), and Lawrence Gilbert (Ginny) and Terry Lee Groesbeck. She is also survived by 22 grandchildren and 18 great-grandchildren and 19 nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held on Monday, July 14th at 2 p.m. at Pudy & Walters at Floral Hills, Lynnwood, WA.

GROEZINGER, Catherine "Kay", nee Bacchus, age 82, of Bellingham, Washington, passed away November 5, 2008. She was born April 6, 1926 in North Battleford, Saskatchewan to Reginald F. Louis and Hilda Rose (Harris) Bacchus. She was preceded in death by her father and mother; sister Bette Benson, two brothers, Bob Bacchus and Noel Bacchus. The family wishes to thank the caring staff at Shuksan Healthcare Center. A memorial service will be held Monday November 10, 2008 at 1:00 p.m. at Moles Bayview Chapel at 2465 Lakeway Drive in Bellingham. Moles Family Funeral Homes & Crematory Bayview Chapel-Bellingham.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 7 Nov 2008) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GROSS, Clinton W. - Death Tuesday claimed Clinton W. (Curly) Gross, well known Bellingham business man and sportsman. He passed away at 5:42 pm in St. Joseph's hospital where he had been a patient several weeks. In the automobile business in Bellingham a number of years, he had retired the past year. He was active in boating and yachting circles in the Pacific Northwest and was a game enthusiast. Before coming to Bellingham, he was with the U.S. Bureau of Fisheries in Washington and Alaska several years and later with the Washington state game commission. William Clinton Gross was born March 8, 1909 in Salem, Ore., the son of the late George Edward Gross. He attended grade and high school in Anacortes and Western Washington College of Education. He is survived by his wife Mary F. (Mae) at the home, and his mother, Mrs. J. H. Cady of Tacoma; two brothers, John Gross of Sedro Woolley, and Clarence E. Gross of Richmond, Calif; two sisters, Mrs. Margaret Tucker and Mrs. Madeline Colgan, both of Tacoma; and his grandmother, Mrs. Mary Saine, of Burlington. His home was at 907 East North street. Mr. Gross was an active member of the Bellingham Golf and Country club and of the Elks lodge. Actively interested in sailing and yachting, he was treasurer of the Chuckanut Development association and was active in the reorganization of the Bellingham Yacht cub. At the time of his death he was rear commodore of the Yacht club and formerly was secretary and treasurer. The funeral has been arranged for Friday, with services at 2 pm in the cathedral chapel of the Westford-Beck funeral home. Rev. John E. Parrott, minister of the First Baptist church, will officiate and officers of the Elks lodge will conduct the ritualistic services of this order. Interment will take place in Greenacres Memorial park. Casket-bearers will be John Schalo, Everson; Don Clarke, Seattle; Harold Nicholson, Park Gagnon, Darrell Crout and Andy Zehnder.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 28 Dec 1949) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GROSS, Helen L., age 85, of Everett and formerly of Whatcom County passed away, Saturday, September 15, 2001 in a Federal Way Hospital. She was born January 30, 1916 in Bellingham to Otto and Dorothy (Brown) Krick. She was a member of the Knights of Pythias and the Forresters Lodge. She was also a member of the Silver Lake Lutheran Church. She loved flower arranging and gardening. She is survived by her son Burt Caley and wife Peggy, step-son Bob Gross, 2 sisters Mildred Todd and Dorothy Lee, 4 grandchildren Dianna, Corrinna, Wendy, and Ryan 2 great-grandchildren Alex and Dakota. Visitation will be Tues., Sept. 18, from 10-12:30. A Funeral Service will be held Tuesday, Sept. 18, at 1:00 p.m. in Greenacres Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow. Rev. Gordon Hyde will officiate.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 17 Sep 2001) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GROUT, Gladys - Private graveside services for Gladys (Bouck) Grout of Bellingham will be held at Enterprise Cemetery in Ferndale. Mrs. Grout died Saturday, Dec. 4, 1999 at Alderwood Park Convalescent Center. She was 94. Born in 1905 to Rhoda and Thomas Bouck in Waterbury, Neb, she had been a Whatcom County resident since 1932. In 1921, she married Leo Grout in Greeley, Colo. He died in 1962. Her hobbies included gardening and boating. Survivors include daughters Lea Jewell of Bellingham and Eileen Kubik of Hayden Lake, Idaho; sons Larry Grout of Bellingham and Kenneth Grout of Shingle Springs, Calif.; six grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; and one nephew. Arrangements are by Purdy and Walters with Cassidy mortuary of Everett.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 11 Dec 1999) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GROUT, Mildred K., age 83, of Bellingham, passed away Sun., Aug. 25, 2002, in Bellingham. She was born Sept. 15, 1918, in Milnor, ND to Olof and Emma Petersen. Mrs. Grout came to Whatcom County in 1935 and was a graduate of Custer High School in 1936. She married Herschel W. Grout in Bellingham on April 7, 1938 and he preceded her in death in 1964. Mrs. Grout enjoyed gardening, flowers, fishing, camping, crocheting and needlework. Her dogs and cats were very dear to her. Survived by her son, Dennis Grout of Bellingham daughter, Judy & husband Si Eldred of Bellingham grandsons, Wesley & wife Karen Eldred of Bellingham and Weylin & wife Amy Eldred of Bellingham three great-grandchildren: Tyler, Lindsay and Elizabeth and numerous nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by her grandson, Wayne Eldred and three brothers and four sisters. A graveside service will be held Sat., Aug. 31, 11:30 a.m. at Greenacres-Moles Cemetery with Melinda Hardin officiating.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 29 Aug 2002) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GROUT, Vivian A., 68, a resident of Custer and Whatcom County for 48 years, died Monday (March 24, 1975) in Ferndale. She had been a member of the Custer United Methodist Church and the Cardinal Rebekah Lodge of Custer. Survivors include a son, Irvin of Ferndale; two sisters, Delia of Spokane and Mrs. Bernice Cook of Bonners Ferry, Idaho; two half brothers, George and Elmer Folster of Laramie, Wyo.; a half sister, Jeanette Partridge of Salt Lake City; five grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be Thursday at 1:30 p.m. in the Custer United Methodist Church under the direction of the Rev. Marvin Jordan and the Cardinal Rebekah Lodge. Burial will be in Enterprise Cemetery under the direction of Moles Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 25 Mar 1975) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GROVE, George W., age 61, who resided at Maple Falls, passed away at a local hospital Thursday, January 26, 1984. He had been a resident of Maple Falls for the past 15 years, was a real estate broker for Holiday Properties and was a U.S. Navy Air Veteran. He leaves to survive his wife, Lillian of Maple Falls; 3 sons, Frank Souza of Bellingham, John G. Souza of Kelso, Richard D. Souza of Ohio; 4 grandchildren. Private family services were held with cremation under the direction of Jerns & LeVeck Funeral Chapel.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 30 Jan 1984) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GROVE, June Marie - A graveside service for June Marie Grove of Bothell will be at 12:30 p.m. Friday at Greenacres Memorial Park with the Rev. Dennis Anderson officiating. Mrs. Grove died at a Seattle hospital Tuesday, Jan 19, 1999. She was 79. Born Sept 17, 1919 to Leonard and Anna Ellingson in Lynden, she graduated from Meridian High School. She moved to Seattle and married Arlyn Grove on July 24, 1944. He died in 1963. She was preceded in death by a grandson, Justin Grove. Survivors include sons Gerald Grove of McKenna, Wash., and Jeffery Grove of Bothell; sister Norma Bartleson of Bellingham; and two grandchildren.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 21 Jan 1999) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GROVE, Lillian, 84 died gracefully in Bend, Oregon. Lillian was a long time resident of Maple Falls. She was born Lily Delgado, in El Paso, Texas. Schooled as an artist, Lil lived a most creative life. She was proud that her father was a major league ball player for St. Louis. Lillian inherited that athletic ability and was an accomplished golfer, tennis player and hiker. Lillian married the "love of her life," George Grove, and together they had a hand in nearly every recreational real estate development in the east county. They loved entertaining friends and family around a campfire. When George passed, Lil continued as broker/owner of Holiday Properties in Maple Falls for an additional 17 years. Along the way Jerry Foord became an important part of her life. Lil was a Slush Cup and Ski to Sea participant and also spent several months in a hot air balloon sailing across Canada and the U.S. promoting the Spokane Expo. Lillian loved nature and her favorite spot was on the ridge line of Church Mountain. She is survived by three sons and their wives: John and Mary Souza of Gig Harbor; Richard and Linda Souza of Mansfield, Ohio, and Frank and Claudia Souza of La Pine, Oregon. A private memorial service will be held.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 28 Jun 2008) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GROVER, Iva Sue of Bellingham died Saturday, July 19, 1997, in Tacoma. She was 56. A memorial service will be held in September. Born June 21, 1941, in Eau Claire, Wis., she grew up on a farm in Granger and graduated from high school there. In spite of health problems resulting from polio she suffered as a teen-ager, Ms. Grover received a bachelor's degree from the University of Puget Sound and a master's degree in library science from the University of Washington. She worked as a librarian at Granger Junior High School and at Whatcom Community College for 23 years, retiring in 1996. She was named in "Who's Who of American Women 1997-1998." Ms. Grover enjoyed free-lance writing, weaving, photography and traveling. She recently returned from a trip to Singapore, Japan and Hawaii. She was preceded in death by her mother and brothers. Survivors include sisters Janet Twombly of Granger and Elissa Simonson of Seaside, Ore., and numerous nieces and nephews.

GROVES, Dan James "Jim", age 85, of Bellingham, passed away June 14, 2003 in Bellingham. He was born Dec. 31, 1917 to Dan E. Groves and Minnie (Morgan) Groves in Watertown, SD. He was the oldest of four children. He was in the Civilian Conservation Corps from Jan. 1935 to Mar. 1936. Jim was a WWII veteran where he served in the South Pacific. He married Alice M. Haarstad on June 15, 1941 in Puyallup. Jim was a farmer at heart and he farmed in Twin Valley-Ulen, MN. When farming became unprofitable, he moved the family to Seattle and turned to retail sales, where he became very successful. Jim lived in and worked in Seattle then moving to Bellingham-Lynden and retired in Burlington. He moved back to Bellingham in Oct. of 2001. Jim is preceded in death by two sons Dennis Roy Groves and William Ernest; brother, Rollin Groves and two sisters, Ruth Cyson and Jean Niehl. He is survived by his wife of Bellingham; three children, David James Groves and wife Diane of Anacortes, Mary Ann Groves Rothenbuhler and husband Dan of Boise, Idaho, and James Allan Groves and wife LoBay of Bellingham; 16 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren. At Jim's request, there will be no services. A private family gathering will take place at a later date. Greenacres|Moles Funeral Home Cemetery.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 18 Jun 2003) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GROVES, June R. - Memorial services for June R. "Judy" Groves, 75, will be at 1 p.m. Wednesday at Jones Funeral Home, with Pastor Ken Parker of the Seventh-day Adventist Church officiating. Mrs. Groves, 1200 Old Marine Drive, died Sunday (June 25, 1989) in Bellingham. She was born May 25, 1914 in Ontario, Canada. She attended the Seventh-day Adventist Church and was active in Camp Fire in Whatcom County. She was preceded in death by a son, Eddie in 1966. Survivors include her husband Walter; four daughters, Susie McIvor, Paula Rier, Gail Kelley and Linda Chamberlain, all of Whatcom County; her mother Albertie P. Justason of Bellingham; a brother, Allen Justason of Edmonds; and two sisters, Esther Bliss and Pauline Justason, both of Bellingham.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 27 Jun 1989) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GROVES, Monte LaVerne, 20, of Bellingham (died) Friday (May 18, 1962). Monte lived in the Custer Community for 17 years and was graduated from Ferndale High School. He was a member of Custer Methodist Church. Survivors include his mother, Mrs. Thordis J. Groves of Bellingham; three sisters, Mrs. Elaine Johnson and Miss Ilene Groves, both of Seattle, and Mrs. Marlene Young of Ferndale; also grandmother, Mrs. Frances Groves of Bellingham and grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Gunder Rust of Ferndale. Numerous other relatives. Funeral services were held in Moles' Funeral Home Monday with the Rev. John Mathone officiating. Final resting place is Enterprise Cemetery.
(From the Ferndale Record of May 24, 1962) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GROVES, Thordis Josephine passed away on Monday, February 18, 2002 at Northwest Hospital, Seattle, WA. Thordis was born on December 30, 1910 in Binford, North Dakota to Gunder and Josephine (Evjen) Rust. She was the eldest of 9 children. Thordis was a graduate of Custer High School. She was a cook/baker for the Ferndale School District for many years. She was a member of Custer United Methodist Church and Woodinville Methodist Church. Thordis enjoyed gardening, photography, crocheting, playing cards and family gatherings. Preceded in death by her husband, Reuben and her son, Monte. Survived by her daughters Elaine Johnson and her husband Howard of Graham, Marlene Young and her husband Clyde of Birch Bay, Ilene Sarkies and her husband Todd of Woodinville, ten grandchildren and 18 great grandchildren. Her sisters Glenda Richardson, Inga Sandness, Mary Baxter and her husband Gorden, sister-in-law Ethel Stockton, numerous nieces and nephews also survive her. Viewing will be held Saturday, Feb 23rd from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., Sunday, Feb. 24 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Evergreen-Washelli Funeral Home, 11111 Aurora Ave. N., Seattle. Graveside service will be held on Monday, February 25, 2002 at Enterprise Cemetery, Ferndale, WA. Memorial service to follow at 3:45 p.m., Custer United Methodist Church.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 22 Feb 2002) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GROVES, Walter - A memorial service for Walter Thomas Groves, 74, a former semiprofessional baseball player, will be at 1 p.m. Friday at Jones Funeral Home. Following the service, friends are invited to Groves' residence for fellowship and refreshments. Mr. Groves died Tuesday (Oct. 31, 1989) in Bellingham. He was born Aug. 16, 1915, in Indianapolis. He moved to the area 50 years ago. Mr. Groves was a semiprofessional baseball player in Indianapolis. He worked 40 years for Georgia-Pacific Corp's Bellingham Operations and its predecessor, Puget Sound Pulp & Timber Co. He was a member of the Association of Western Pulp & Paper Workers Local No. 194. He was involved several years with the Camp Fire Girls, and helped reconstruct Camp Kirby. He enjoyed gardening, golfing and bowling. His wife June died earlier this year and his son Eddie died in 1966. Survivors include four daughters, Gail Kelly, Linda Chamberlain, Susie McIvor and Paula Rier, all of Whatcom County; a sister Helen DeMoss of Rockville, Ind.; a brother Edward Gruca of Plainsville, Ind.; his mother-in-law, Albertine P. Justason of Bellingham; nine grandchildren; and many other relatives.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 1 Nov 1989) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GRUBBS, Opal I., 63, Orchard Terrace, died Saturday (Oct. 27, 1973). She had lived most of her life in Whatcom and Skagit counties and was a bookkeeper with the Whatcom County Credit Bureau. She was a member of the Ladies Major Bowling League, Elks Mixed Bowling League and Grandview Golf Club. Survivors include the husband, Clarence; an aunt and uncle, Mrs. Edward Axtell of Harrisburg, SD. Services are pending at Jones Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 28 Oct 1973) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GRUNHURD, Cornie, age 85, of 2500 Samish Way No. 49, Bellingham, passed away Fri., Nov. 22, 1985. He had been a Bellingham resident for 57 years, and he was a 57 year member of Central Lutheran Church where he had served as Congregational President and also served as a Deacon and Trustee. He was past local president of the Typographical Union and was past member of Albert J. Hamilton Post No. 7, American Legion. He is survived by his wife Melva; 2 sons, Roy and wife Ruth Grunhurd and Marvin and wife Roni Grunhurd, all of Bellingham; 6 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be Wed., Nov. 27, 1985, 11 a.m. at Central Lutheran Church with Rev. Leonard C. Ericksen and Rev. Dennis Anderson officiating. Interment Greenacres Memorial Park. Arrangements by Jones Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 26 Nov 1985) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GRUNHURD, Melva Lorraine - A memorial service for Melva Lorraine Grunhurd of Bellingham will be at 1 p.m. Tuesday at Central Lutheran Church with the Revs. Leonard C. Ericksen and Dennis Anderson officiating. Mrs. Grunhurd died Wednesday, Nov 8, 1995, at Bayside Health and Rehabilitation Center. She was 81. Born March 27, 1914, in Ely, Nev., she married Cornie Grunhurd in February 1968 in Minnesota. She was a member of Central Lutheran Church and lived in Whatcom County for 27 years. She was preceded in death by her husband. Survivors include son Marvin Grunhurd of Bellingham; brother Ralph Parshall of Ocean Shores; six grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; and four great-great-grandchildren.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 25 Nov 1995) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GRUNHURD, Roy, a retired assistant county engineer for Whatcom County, died Wednesday (Feb. 26, 1986) while on vacation in Hawaii. He was 65. Mr. Grunhurd lived at 2637 Northshore Road. He was born Dec. 30, 1920 in Hysham, Mont., and lived in Bellingham for 57 years. He was a member and past president of Central Lutheran Church; and a member of Whatcom Lodge 151, F&AM; Northwest Shrine Club; and Bellingham Central Lions Club. He served in the U.S. Army in World War II. Survivors include his wife Ruth; two sons; five grandchildren and a brother Marvin of Bellingham. Services will be Tuesday at 1 p.m. in Central Lutheran Church with the Rev. Leonard C. Ericksen officiating. Burial will follow in Greenacres Memorial Park.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 2 Mar 1986) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GUAY, Bernice E. Sande of Ferndale passed away on Thursday, May 26, 2005. She was 85 years old. Bernice was born on September 10, 1919 in Bell Creek WA, to Oscar and Jennie Josephson. She was born in the house that her father built. Bernice graduated from Mt. Baker High School. She worked in Seattle at Boeing during WWII. She loved quilting, photography, knitting, playing the piano, and documenting her family history. Bernice is survived by her husband, Joseph Guay of Ferndale; son Leroy Sande (Judy) of Stanwood; grandson John Sande (Janine); and great-grandchildren, Rachel, Rebecca and Sarah Sande, all of Maple Falls; grandson, Jeff Sande (Jacki); and great-grandchildren, Jake and Jesse Sande also of Maple Falls; granddaughter Janine (Sande) Franks (Shannon); and great-grandchildren, Derek and Chelsee Franks of Everson; son, Laverne Sande (Laynea); and grandchildren, Matthew and Caralee Sande of Ferndale; and son, Loren Sande (Corrinne) of Clear Lake. A Graveside Service will be held on Wednesday, June 1, 2005 at 2 p.m. at Greenacres Moles Cemetery.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 29 May 2005) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GUCKERT, Charles, 70, of 6455 Mission Road, died Monday (Sept. 7, 1981) in a local hospital. He was born Oct. 15, 1910, in Everson. He had been employed as field manager for Kale Canning Co. He was a member of The First Missionary Conference. He is survived by his wife Ruth, his other and three sisters. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday at Veroske, Jerns and LeVeck Funeral Chapel. Burial will follow in Ten Mile Cemetery.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 8 Sep 1981) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GUCKERT, Mary "Mayme," age 95, who resided at 201 So. B.C. Ave, Lynden, passed away in Lynden on Mon., March 19, (1984). She had been a resident of the Lynden area for 79 years and was a member of the First Baptist Church of Lynden. She leaves to survive 3 daughters, Betty Guckert of Lynden, Addie Collyer of Everson, Grace Hatton of Bellingham; 4 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; 2 great-great-grandchildren. Graveside services will be held Thurs. March 22 at 2 p.m. in Greenacres Memorial Park with Pastor Ben C. Pruett of First Baptist Church, Lynden, officiating. Visitation Wed. evening until 7 p.m. and Thurs from 9-1 p.m. at Jerns LeVeck Funeral Chapel.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 21 Mar 1984) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GUCKERT, Emma Elizabeth "Betty" of Lynden died Tuesday, June 8, 1999, at the Christian Health Care Center in Lynden. She was 84. Born May 4, 1915, to Harry and Mary (Reams) Guckert in Everson, she was a lifetime Whatcom County resident. Mrs. Guckert was disabled and had resided at the Christian Health Care Center for 35 years. Survivors include sisters Grace Hatton of Bellingham and Addie May Colyer of Kendall, and a niece and nephews. No services are planned. Interment will be at Greenacres Memorial Park. Arrangements are by Greenacres Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 9 Jun 1999) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GUCKERT, Ruth Jessie 75 of Everson died Wednesday (Dec. 12, 1984). Born Aug. 19, 1909 in Asquith, Saskatchewan, she came to Whatcom County in 1921. Her husband Charles died in 1981. She was a former member of The First Bible & Missionary Conference. She was a lover of horses. She is survived by a brother and six sisters. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at Jerns & LeVeck Funeral Chapel Burial will follow in Ten Mile Cemetery.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 14 Dec 1984) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GUDBRANSON, Harold, age 90 of Bellingham, WA, passed away Sept. 28, 2002 in Blaine, WA. He was born Nov. 6, 1911. Harold graduated from Whatcom High School in 1932 and married Patricia Tekip in Seattle in 1935. He was a goldminer in Juneau, AK from 1936-1942 and worked for Peter Pan Seafoods for 20 years. He was preceded in death by his son Randi Gudbranson in 2001, daughter Kay Kipp in 2000, and daughter Bonnie Seavers in 1997. He is survived by his wife Patricia Gudbranson of Bellingham, 2 grandchildren; Tye Kipp and Jamie Kipp; 2 great-grandchildren, Troy Kipp and Jay Kipp, son-in-law Don Kipp, sister-in-law Ruth Gudbranson, sister-in-law Yvonne Gudbranson and many nieces and nephews.

GUDBRANSON, Larry Gene (Capt. USN Retired ) former resident of Bellingham, WA passed away June 7, 2017 in Gig Harbor, WA. Larry was born August 12, 1929 and grew up in Bellingham, WA. He graduated from Bellingham High School and earned his degree (BS Economics ) from Western Washington College. Larry met Lora Snider while they both worked at The Bellingham Herald. They married in 1952. Larry entered the United States Navy and served proudly as a supply officer. Captain Gudbranson retired from the Navy in 1976 and moved to Manchester, WA in 1977 where he resided with Lora until she passed away in 2000. Captain Gudbranson is survived by his son Brian Gudbranson, his daughter Lori Haggerty and her husband Steve, his granddaughter Brianne Haggerty, as well as his brothers Bruce and Denny Gudbranson and cousin Joanne.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 25 Jun 2017) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GUDBRANSON, Lora E. – A memorial service for Lora E. (Snider) Gudbranson of Port Orchard, formerly of Whatcom County, will be at 3 p.m. Sunday at Rill Chapel in Port Orchard. Inurnment will be in Port Orchard. Mrs. Gudbranson died of complications caused by pancreatic cancer on Saturday, Nov. 11, 2000 at her home. She was 67. Born April 6, 1933 to Arlo and Louise Snider in Bellingham, she attended elementary school at what is now Western Washington University. Mrs. Gudbranson attended Bellingham High School and graduated in 1951 from Helen Bush High School in Seattle. She earned a bachelor's degree in 1977 from Cleveland State University in Cleveland, Ohio and earned her master's degree in 1988 from Antioch College in Seattle. Mrs. Gudbranson worked in classifieds for The Bellingham Herald in 1952, where she met her future husband, Larry Gudbranson. They were married Sept 13, 1952 in Bellingham. Mrs. Gudbranson worked as physical therapist for 22 years and retired in 1999. She enjoyed sailing and studying genealogy. Survivors include her husband of the family home; son Brian Gudbranson of Bellingham; daughter Lory Haggerty of Gig Harbor; brothers Jack Snider of Portland, Ore., and Howard Snider of Mankato, Minn.; and one grandchild. Arrangements are by Pendleton-Gilchrist Funeral Home of Oregon.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 14 Nov 2000) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GUDBRANSON, Nancy Ann Robinson - Graveside services for Nancy Ann Robinson Gudbranson, 56, of 3017 Cottonwood Ave., will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday at Greenacres Memorial Park with the Rev. Gwen G. Norment officiating. Mrs. Gudbranson died Tuesday (Aug. 20, 1991) in Paramount, Calif. She was born Feb. 26, 1935, in Bellingham. She alternated living in Bellingham and California. Mrs. Gudbranson worked as a licensed food service supervisor in Bellingham for more than 20 years. She was a member of VFW Auxiliary in Lakewood, Calif. She married Edward Gudbranson Jr. on Sept. 25, 1977, in Bellingham. He survives her at the family home. Other survivors include three sons, Joseph R. Nix Jr. of Seattle, Jay A. Adams of Bellingham and John Michael Nix of Seattle; three daughters, Bette Nix-Cole of Bellingham, Sue Nix-Dolan of Bellingham and Terri R. Francisco of Long Beach, Calif.; two brothers, Ellis Robinson of Arlington and Peter O. Robinson of Bellingham; a twin sister, Betty Robinson-Hickey of Bellingham, and two other sisters, Verna Mosley of Bellingham and Marion Brown of Lakewood, Calif.; nine grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. Arrangements are by Westford Funeral Home.

GUDDE, Donald "Don" Gene, age 69, was taken into God's arms on March 4th, 2009, with family at his side. He is lovingly survived by his wife, Carol of 49 years; children, Calvin and wife, Trisha, Bryan and wife, Linda, Brenda and husband, Ken, and Donnie and wife, Nancy; 16 grandchildren; and 4 great-grandchildren. Don was an avid hunter and outdoorsman. He was a loving husband, father and grandfather, and will be deeply missed. A graveside service will be held on Monday, March 9th at 1:00 p.m. at Woodlawn Cemetery in Ferndale. A reception will follow at 3203 Bay Rd, in Ferndale. Moles Family Funeral Homes & Crematory – Ferndale.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 8 Mar 2009) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GUDDE, Hazel E., born March 26, 1919, in Kansas, passed away November 17, 1996, at Wenatchee Hospital. Hazel and her husband Sylvester moved to Bellingham where they lived for 25 years prior to moving to Ephrata, WA, where they lived since. Hazel was preceded in death by her eldest son, Henry Gudde and is survived by her husband Sylvester Gudde, a son Herman Gudde, numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren.

GUDIE, George Gordon, formerly of Lynden, died Saturday, Dec. 13, 1997, at Bayside Health and Rehabilitation Center. He was 83. No service will be held. Born Jan. 24, 1914 to Otto Augustus and Emma Horstman Gudie in LaCrosse, Wis., he married Thelma Farmer March 30, 1955, in Reno, Nev. Mr. Gudie served in the U.S. Marines and Army during World War II and the Koran War. He was deputy sherif of Whatcom County from 1960 to 1970. He was preceded in death by his wife, two brothers and one sister. Survivors include sons George Gudie of Sacramento, Calif., and Scott Gudie of Florida, foster daughter Frances LeClaire of Ferndale, brother John Gudie of California, a sister of California, five grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Arrangements are by Gillies Funeral Home.

GUDMUNDSON, Bogi - A service of remembrance for Bogi "Bob" Gudmundson of Blaine will be held at 2 p.m. Friday at Grace Lutheran Church, with the Rev. Dennis Wildermuth officiating. Mr. Gudmundson died Sunday, Sept. 19, 1999, at Stafholt Good Samaritan Center. He was 88. Born July 19, 1911, to Finbogi and Gudrun (Eiriksson) Gudmundson in Akra, N.D., he had been a Whatcom County resident since 1946. On Aug. 14, 1937, he married Sigga Gudjonson in Winnipeg, Manitoba. She died earlier this year. Mr. Gudmundson worked as a mechanic at a shipyard, auto shops and the U.S. Border Patrol. Mr. Gudmundson was a member of Grace Lutheran Church and the Blaine Senior Center. He performed music at the center and sang in the center's choir. He enjoyed music and playing the fiddle and saxophone and spending winters in Arizona with his wife. One great-grandchild preceded him in death. Survivors include son Robert Gudmundson of Birch Bay daughters Myrna Johnson of Custer and Marlys Alberts of Abbotsford, B.C. brothers Stanley and Halldor Gudmundson, both of Saskatchewan 13 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren. Arrangements are by Jerns McKinney Funeral Chapel of Blaine.

GUDMUNDSON, Darwin A., age 42, of 2318 "G" St. passed away suddenly Fri. Aug. 27t, (1976). A lifetime resident of Whatcom County and served with the U.S. Air Force in Korea and for the past 14 years had been employed as a driver for the Greyhound Bus Line. He was a member of the Bus Drivers Local, The Peace Arch Arieie, F.O.E. Surviving are his wife Janet, a son Stefan of Anchorage, Alaska. 3 step-children, Randall, Daniel Aughe both of Bellingham and Wendy Soderberg of Sedro Woolley. His Parents, Mr. and Mrs. Norman Gudmundson, Sr and a brother, Norman Gudmundson Jr., all of Blaine. Funeral services will be held in Veroskes Bellingham Chapel, Wed. Sept. 1st at 2 p.m. Followed by burial in Greenacres Memorial Park.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 30 Aug 1976) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GUDMUNDSON, Elsie Evelyn, 93, passed away in Ketchikan, Alaska on August 25, 2007. She was born Elsie Evelyn Meyer to Zona and Karl Meyer in Spokane, Washington on March 28, 1914. She attended elementary and high school there and later met and married Halli Gudmundson July 20, 1937. In the early 1940s Halli and Elsie moved to Whatcom County in Washington where they started a farm on the Smith Road. Elsie graduated from Western Washington University with a degree in Education. She taught in the Head Start program on the Lummi Reservation and later in the Ferndale School District. Both were very active in the First Baptist Church in Bellingham, Washington until they moved to Ketchikan, Alaska in 1996. Elsie loved a good mystery, enjoyed gardening, writing, reading, cooking, caring for her family and spending time with her grandchildren. Elsie was preceded in death by her husband Halli Gudmundson, her parents, her brothers Ernest and Harold Meyer, sister and best friend Leona Chambers. Elsie is survived by daughter Marcia and husband Don Kenoyer of Ketchikan and her four grandchildren Don Kenoyer and son Henry of Seattle, Washington, Halli Kenoyer and Tim Barry and their children Aairyn, Brieshan and Sullivan of Ketchikan and Juneau, Alaska, Ed Kenoyer of Seattle, Joe Kenoyer and wife Ruth and children Cory and Kelly of Salem, Oregon as well as many nieces and nephews. She will be dearly missed. We loved her.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 9 Sep 2007) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GUDMUNDSON, Joan Elizabeth - A graveside service for Joan Elizabeth Gudmundson of Ferndale will be at 2 p.m. Friday in Greenacres Memorial Park with the Rev. Ernie Loreen officiating. A gathering of friends and family will be at 3 p.m. Friday at the Elks Lodge, 710 Samish Way, hosted by Emblem Club No. 489. Mrs. Gudmundson of 1685 Grandview Place, died at home Saturday, Feb. 18, 1995. She was 67. Born Jan. 5, 1928, to Ethel Alexander in Topeka, Kan., she was raised by her grandfather Fred Sacks. She married Dale E. Gideon in Topeka. They moved to Washington in 1960. She and her husband established Gideon Chiropractic Office on F Street in Bellingham. She was the office manager and an X-ray technician there from 1960 to 1982. Her husband died in 1982. She married Magnus Gudmundson in September 1986. They enjoyed golfing, traveling and playing cribbage. Mrs. Gudmundson was a member of Laurendeau Foundation and Bellingham yacht Club and an officer of Bellingham Emblem Club No. 489. For many years, she enjoyed tap dancing in the annual Elks Follies. Survivors include her husband of the family home; son Tom Gideon of Eugene, Ore.; daughters Sandra Wenzel and Dale Ann Layton, both of Bellingham; stepsons Lee Gudmundson of Bellingham, Eric Gudmundson of Erie, Pa., and Jon Gudmundson of Brookfield, Ind.; 11 grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren. Arrangements are by Westford Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 22 Feb 1995) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GUDMUNDSON, Magnus (Mac) passed away quietly Tuesday April 22nd 1997 at St. Joseph Hospital. Born January 2nd, 1924 in Iceland, he emigrated to Canada 6 months later with parents Thordur and Klara, Uncle Magnus Magnusson and older sister Sigrid, eventually settling in Point Roberts, Washington, where they grew up, joined by younger brother Matthew and sister Elinore in time. Preceded in death by beloved wife Joan and daughter Julia, he is survived by Sigrid of Mt. Vernon, Matthew of Bellingham, and Elinore of Pt. Roberts; sons Lee, of Bellingham, Eric of Erie, PA, and John of Greeley, CO; much loved step daughter and special friend Sandy Wenzl and her husband Tom, Joan's daughter Dale Ann and son Tom and many other living family members. A graduate of Western Washington University, Magnus retired from the Blaine School District after many years as a teacher. Mac enjoyed commercial fishing as a young man, and later grew to love gardening and golf and was an active member of the Elks Club. He will be sorely missed. Graveside services will be held 2:00 p.m. Monday, April 28, 1997 at Greenacres Memorial Park. Arrangements by Westford Funeral Home.

GUERRERO, Eileen Rosana, age 43, of Lummi, passed away Saturday, November 29, 2003 in Lummi. She was born November 28, 1960 in Seattle to Arthur and Beverly (Howell) Guerrero. Eileen will be remembered for being a loving mother and grandmother who loved to cook and make Indian tacos. She was very loveable, friendly and always had a smile on her face. She loved to walk on the beach and find eagle feathers. She is survived by her parents, Arthur Guerrero and Beverly Culver son, Ricky Martinez daughters, Jessica, Loreal and Monica Stevens brothers, Tyrone, George and Javier Guerrero sisters, Kim Claudio and Angela DeMattos 4 grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews and other relatives. A prayer service will be held Tuesday, December 2, 6 p.m. with a funeral service to be held Wednesday, December 3, 10 a.m. Both services will be at the(Wex Liem Community Building. Ferndale|Moles Funeral Home & Cremation Service.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 2 Dec 2003) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GUERRERO, Shawn - A prayer service for Shawn Guerrero Sr. of Portland, Ore., will be at 7 p.m. Thursday at Lummi Shaker Church. A funeral will be at 10 a.m. Friday at Lummi Shaker Church. Burial will be in Lummi Indian Cemetery. Mr. Guerrero died Saturday, Jan 21, 1995, in Portland as the result of a homicide. He was 27. Born Sept. 15, 1967, to Arthur V. and Beverly Howell Guerrero in Portland, he worked in construction and enjoyed fishing and cooking. Survivors include son Shawn Guerrero Jr. of Portland; mother Beverly Howell Culver of Bellingham; father Arthur V. Guerrero of Portland; sisters Eileen Guerrero of Bellingham, Angela DeMattos of Paso Robles, Calif., and Kim Hanson of Vancouver, Wash.; brothers Tyrone Guerrero of Portland, George Guerrero of Grand Junction, Colo., and Javier Guerrero of Vancouver, Wash.; and numerous other relatives. Arrangements are by Moles Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 25 Jan 1995) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GUESS, John B. - Former Alaska resident and Bellingham resident John B. Guess, 41, died May 31, 2005, in Bellingham, Washington. John was born Jan. 27, 1964, in Anchorage. He grew up in Anchorage and Juneau, graduating from Steller Secondary School in 1982. After high school, John attended Lewis & Clark College and he graduated in 1986 with degrees in English and Music. During his time at Lewis & Clark, he attended the Gonzaga University program in Florence, Italy. He then went on to Gonzaga, receiving a Masters in Counseling Psychology. John later worked as a social worker and counselor in Spokane, Washington, and then in Bellingham. John enjoyed the outdoors, music, literature & writing, debating politics, gardening, a good laugh, and helping others. His family wrote, "We love John, we miss John, and we're deeply saddened by his death. We will remember him as a gentle soul with strong opinions about life and the way the world and people should be - and as a person who was always there for his family and friends. We will miss him greatly." John was preceded in death by his parents, Carolyn and Gene Guess. He is survived by his longtime companion, Laurie Rossman of Bellingham; his brothers and sisters-in-law Carl Guess and Katy Lloyd, Philip Guess and Alice Ikeda, all of Seattle; his sister and brother-in-law Gretchen Guess and Jeff Tyson of Anchorage; his step-father Chuck Sitkin of Seattle; his step-brother Jon Sitkin and his wife Shari Mays of Bellingham; his step-sister Suzanne Gitre and her husband Bob Gitre of San Diego, California; and his nephews and nieces Biley and Greta Guess; Carolyn Tyson Guess; Logan Sitkin; and Katie, Tommy, and Liza Gitre. Services will be held in Bellingham on Tuesday, June 14, 2005, with a visitation from 10 a.m. to noon at Jones|Moles Funeral Home, 2465 Lakeway Drive, and a memorial service at 1:00 p.m. at Sacred Hearth Catholic Church on 1110 14th Street with a reception to follow. Jones|Moles Funeral Home & Cremation Service.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 11 Jun 2005) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GUFFEY, Lloyd V., 70, died unexpectedly May 11, 1997, at his home in Edmonds. He was born in Langley, WA on August 3, 1926. He served in the Army during the Korean War where he was awarded the Silver Star for Valor. He later became of Commercial Fisherman, which led to his long career in Seafood Processing. Lloyd became Vice President of Production for Peter Pan Seafood and retired in 1993 after 35 years of service. He was a member of the Harbor Club, Northwest Canners Assoc. and Langley Masonic Lodge 218. A loving and devoted husband, Father and Grandfather, he leaves his Wife of 41 years, Jenny, 4 children; Son Glenn & Wife Carol of Edmonds, Daughters Janelle and Husband Jr. Rocili, and Jenine and Husband Nestor Elgarico, all of King Cove, Alaska, & Daughter Denise and Husband Jens Fjortoft of Lynnwood, 8 Granddaughters, 1 Grandson, and numerous nieces, nephews, & cousins. Lloyd will be greatly missed by his family and his many friends. Memorial service is Friday, May 16, at 2:30 p.m. at Maplewood Presbyterian Church, 19523 84th Ave. West, Edmonds. Private interment. Arrangements Beck's Funeral Home, Edmonds, WA.

GUILD, Elmer C. passed away at home on February 28, 2006, after a long illness. He was 73 years old. Elmer is survived by his wife Fran; brother Dean; sons Jeff and Michael; stepchildren Jerry, Richard and Pam; and numerous grandchildren. At his request, there will be no service.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 2 Mar 2006) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GUITTEAU, Caroline, age 89, formerly of Ferndale, passed away Mon., Jan. 21, 1980 in Everett. Mr. Guitteau had lived in Everett for 1-1/2 years and had previously lived in the Laurel and Ferndale communities. She was a member of The First Baptist Church of Ferndale, the Ferndale Jet Oldsters, and was a retired music teacher who was a graduate of Whatcom Normal School (WWU). She is survived by 1 son, Dr. Judson A. Guitteau of Longview, 1 daughter, Jeanne Wood of Monroe, 2 sisters, Edith Rath of Bellingham, Gertrude Spence of Everett, 7 grandchildren, 5 great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be conducted by Rev. Rollin Staats Thurs., Jan. 24, 1980 at 2 p.m. in Moles Funeral Chapel. Burial will follow in Woodlawn Cemetery.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 23 Jan 1980) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GULICK, Carl W., age 87, of 409 York St., Bellingham, passed away Saturday, August 6, 1988, at a local hospital. He was born in Flint, MI, October 18, 1900 and moved to Whatcom County 3 years later. Carl is survived by his wife Elaine; 2 sons, Richard and wife Irma of Bellingham and Vernon and wife Annette of Mountlake Terrace; 6 grandchildren, Debra, Alan, Kathleen, Rick, Ryan, Georgianne, and great grandson Rory; 1 sister Marietta Otterson of Seattle; numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins including Bud and Charmie Hewett who were with until the end. Graveside services will be held 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, August 10, at Greenacres Cemetery. Under the direction of Jerns LeVeck Funeral Chapel.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 8 Aug 1988) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GULICK, Clinton E. of Bellingham, WA, passed away Saturday, December 20, 1997, at his home, 2609 W. Maplewood, #113, in Bellingham. He was 59 and a lifetime county resident. Clint was born June 13, 1938, in Bellingham, to Clinton E. and Gladys E. (Driggitt) Gulick, the youngest of their 6 children. He married Patricia Jean Greco on May 24, 1974, in Mount Vernon, WA. Clint was a U.S. Army veteran. He worked for 17 years with Tri-County Engine; for the last five years, he was owner of Bellingham Engine & Equipment Co. He was predeceased by his parents. Survivors include his wife of 23 years, Patricia of Bellingham; daughters, Kathleen and husband Sean Peters of Oak Harbor, WA, Misty and husband Ron Fayette of Bellingham; Terry Jean Welch of Arlington, Toni and husband Richard Johnson of Arkansas; and Lori Sue Gulick; sons Clinton Edwin Gulick of Bellingham, Vernon Lee Gulick of Granite Falls, WA; 10 grandchildren, Tyler Matthew and Sydney Peters, Brianne Fayette, Alexandria, Brianna, Robbie, Trisha and Charley Kay; brother Clayton Gulick of Bellingham; sisters, Adele Whitford, Mildred Martin, and Terry Maberry, all of Bellingham; and Wanda Elmore of Mt. Rainier, WA; special cousin and friend Richard Gulick; and several nieces and nephews, brothers and sisters-in-law. Clint had a dream to own a business. For 5 years, he owned and operated Bellingham Engine and Equipment Co. There were few boats in Bellingham and Blaine Harbors that he didn't work on. He loved the water and the boats. He felt a sense of freedom, not a care or worry when he was on those boats. He took great pride in his work. Each boat was a challenge for him, some tougher that others, but he would not rest until he was satisfied that it ran right. He was a number one mechanic, father, grandfather, and most of all husband, and will be greatly missed by a lot of people. Memorials will go toward the purchase of a bench in his honor to be located at the Bellingham Marina. A Memorial Service will be 3:00 p.m. Friday, December 26, 1997, at the Sawtooth Dock next to the Bellingham Yacht Club. Arrangements by Jones-Moles Funeral Home & Cremation Service.

GULICK, Elaine M., 75, of 409 York St., died Sunday in Bellingham. Mrs. Gulick was born July 20, 1913 in Blaine. She moved to Bellingham in 1936, where she lived with her husband, Carl. Mr. Gulick died Aug 6. Survivors include two sons, Richard Gulick of Bellingham and Vernon Gulick of Mountlake Terrace; a brother, Clyde Cline of Oregon; two sisters, Lois Schencking of Bellingham and Eva Brown of Seattle; six grandchildren; and one great-grandchild. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Tuesday at Jerns and LeVeck Funeral Chapel. Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday at Jerns & LeVeck Funeral Chapel with the Rev. Leonard Ericksen officiating. Burial will follow in Greenacres Cemetery. Arrangements are by Jerns & LeVeck Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 28 Nov 1988) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GULLIKSON, Lydia, age 83 of 1122 E. Badger Rd., Lynden, passed away Monday, September 12, 1983. Mrs. Gullikson had been a resident of Whatcom County since 1932, was a member of the Evergreen Community Church, Ferndale, and the Delta Grange. She was proceeded in death by her husband, Henry, in 1969 and her daughter and son-in-law, Rose and Everett Gerber in 1982. Survivors include 1 son, Allen Gullikson of Lynden; 1 daughter, Annabell and her husband Jerry Wall of Kennewick, WA; 3 sisters, Ingrid Smith of Scottsdale, AR, Astrid and her husband Eric Christenson of Poulsbo, Nora Horne in Denmark; 9 grandchildren; 1 great-grandchild; numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. Funeral services will be conducted by Dr. Wilfred Gunderson Friday, September 16, at 2 p.m. in the Evergreen Community Church. Burial will follow in Enterprise Cemetery under the direction of Moles Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 15 Sep 1983) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GULSETH, Edith Marie, born Sept. 12, 1918, passed away May 16, 2005, in Bellingham. Edith spent her final years with her friends at Orchard Park. She was preceded in death by her husband Walter Gulseth and daughter Janice Hehr. She is survived by her son Ronald Gulseth, son-in-law Ken Hehr, granddaughter Lori Waters and great-granddaughters Rhiannon and Cassandra Waters.

GUNDERSEN, Bergit Lee, age 81, of 1425 James St., passed away Thurs., Nov. 13, 1980. Mrs. Gundersen was a member of the Central Lutheran Church; Bergit Lee Gundersen Auxiliary to St. Lukes Hospital; past President of Sons of Norway; past Matron of Maple Leaf Chapter No. 58 O.E.S.; past President of Zenobia Club; Daughters of the Nile; passed (sic) Mother Advisor of Bellingham Assembly No. 17 Order of the Rainbow for Girls; a member of St. Lukes Hospital Alumni. She came to The United States from Norway in 1919 moving to Bellingham in 1921; graduated from St. Lukes School of Nursing in 1926. Served as Supervisor for many years and Superintendent of St. Lukes Hospital from 1938 to 1958. She is survived by her husband Thomas; 1 daughter, Sylvia Whitehill, Spokane; 4 grandchildren; 1 great grandchild; 3 sisters, Mrs. Marie Lee Martin, City; Mrs. Ingrid Krogenas and Mrs. Solvig Juvik, both of Bergen, Norway; numerous nieces, nephews and cousin in the United States and Norway and many special friends in Bellingham. Services will be conducted Mon., Nov. 17 1 p.m. at the Jones Funeral Home with Rev. Leonard Ericksen officiating. Burial at Greenacres Memorial Park.
Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GUNDLACH, Ida - Word reached here Tuesday of the death of Mrs. Ida Marie Gundlach, aged 82, at her home in Port Angeles on Saturday last. She had been ill for several weeks. Funeral services were held in that city on Monday and interment was made at Washelli Mausoleum in Seattle Tuesday morning. Mrs. Gundlach resided in Blaine with her husband, the late Dr. L. W. Gundlach, and family for many years, removing to Port Angeles some 20 years ago. Dr. Gundlach headed the old State Bank of Blaine during his residence here. Surviving relatives are the two daughters, Mrs. Devillo Lewis and Mrs. William Wolten, both residing at Port Angeles. Deceased has many old friends in Blaine who regret to learn of her passing.
(From The Blaine Journal, December 12, 1935) Submitted by John Rauch, typed by Merrily Lawson.

GUNN, Barbara Reeve, 90, died peacefully in the early morning of January 1, 2007 of natural causes. Barbara was born May 25, 1916 in Oakley, Utah, the second child of four born to Douglas William Reeve and Laura Ann Hislop. She married Alfred Grant Gunn in Washington, D.C. on August 16, 1940. They were sealed for time and all eternity in the LDS Salt Lake Temple on August 17, 1959. Barbara and Alf moved over a dozen times during his career as an F.B.I. Agent and her career as a homemaker and secretary. A transfer in 1951 brought them to Seattle and then happily to Bellingham in 1957. She particularly enjoyed working in the History Department at WWU, where her secretarial skills were recognized. She was currently serving as secretary/treasurer for her condominium friends and neighbors. Barbara loved watching the sunsets from their home above Bellingham Bay. She enjoyed painting, organizing her family picture albums and genealogy, and she especially loved being outside working in her small yard. She played golf for many years at the Bellingham Golf & Country Club and loved being on the course with her husband in the early evening when it was quiet and peaceful. She was a great cook, and took pride in keeping a clean home ? always taking good care of that with which the Lord had blessed her. Nothing was thrown out, tossed aside, or wasted if there was still some use for it. But her greatest joy was her three children. Barbara was a devoted mother, always teaching by example as well as word. She lived a Christ-like life. She was fiercely honest, hard-working, and expected the same from her children. Being a faithful and devoted member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, she served in many capacities throughout her 90 years ? as a teacher, counselor, friend, and servant of the Lord. She was preceded in death by her brother, Douglas Earl Reeve; sister, Shirley Argyle; and a grandchild, Joseph Beeson. Private Graveside Services were held at Greenacres Cemetery in Ferndale. A Memorial Service will be held on Friday, January 5 at 11:00 a.m. at the James Street Chapel of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 2925 James St., Bellingham. Westford Family Funeral Home & Cremation Broadway at Eldridge.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 16 Nov 1980) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GUREN, Denise, age 56, passed away at home in Bellingham on Sunday, May 31, 2009. She was born August 14, 1952 in Vancouver, B.C. to David and Janet (Hollander) Guren. She was a resident of Bellingham since 1975. Denise enjoyed many activities including the Saturday Fourth Corner Folkdancers' dances at the Fairhaven library. She also played the violin with the Folk Dance Band and What the Chelm! Denise was active in the Spindrifters and participated in Knit Nights at NW Handspun Yarns. She was a member of the Congregation Beth Israel in Bellingham and Or Shalom in Vancouver, B.C. Denise was employed as a library technician at Whatcom Community College, and she enjoyed spending time in the ceramics studio at WCC. She is survived by her husband Doug Dodd; two sons Tavi Dodd-Guren and Noam Dodd-Guren; and two sisters Tracy Klirs and Leah Guren. A funeral service will be held Wednesday June 3, 2009 at 11:00 a.m. at Greenacres Chapel with Rabbi Cindy Enger officiating. Burial will follow in The Meadow at Greenacres. Moles Bayview Chapel Bellingham.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 2 Jun 2009) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GUNTER, Evelyn A. - graveside service for Evelyn A. Gunter, age 73 of 308 E. Sunset Dr. will be Thursday, July 21, at 11 a.m. at Woodlawn Cemetery with Rev. Al Currier of First Advent Christian Church officiating. Mrs. Gunter passed away Monday, July 18, 1983. She is survived by her son Ronald K. and wife Lenny Larsen of Jakarta, Indonesia; her granddaughter Cindy and husband Bob Eastwood of City; grandson Jeff Larsen of Yakima; 2 great grandchildren, Chrissy and Bryan Eastwood both of City; 1 brother Edwin H. and wife Mae Kohn of Blaine. Mrs. Gunter had been a Bellingham resident for the past 64 years. Jones Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 20 Jul 1983) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GURTNER, Allie Lucille - Visitation for A. Lucile Gurtner, formerly of Bellingham, will be from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday at Jones-Moles Funeral Home. A funeral will be at 12:30 p.m. Friday at Greenacres Funeral Home chapel with the Rev. Lester Pontious officiating. Burial will be in Greenacres Memorial Park. Mrs. Gurtner died Sunday, March 31, 1996, in Spokane. She was 65. Born Jan. 16, 1931 to Orville and Gladys Donnelly Webster in Poplar Grove, KY, she lived in Bellingham for 46 years and moved to Kennewick last year. She married Theodore "Ernie" Gurtner on Feb. 11, 1949, in Bellingham; he preceded her in death on Dec. 22, 1985. Mrs. Gurtner was a member of Riverview United Methodist Church of Pasco and of Beta Sigma Phi for 36 years and was an avid bingo player. She retired from Bayside Health Care and Rehabilitation in 1993. Survivors include daughter Gayle L. Gurtner of Kennewick; sisters Beverly Balvin of Dallas and Carolyn Fannion of Prineville, Ore.; and numerous nieces and nephews.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 3 Apr 1996) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GUSTAFSON, Charlaine R. passed away in her home, surrounded by her family on Tuesday, January 8, 2008 after a courageous fourteen year battle with cancer. She was born March 7, 1932 on Lopez Island to George and Ruth McCauley and spent the majority of her life in Whatcom County. Her career included that of a waitress, cook, and library aide to the Bellingham School District. Her favorite job was taking care of her family and all the kids she touched through her relatives, her neighborhood, her work at Sunnyland Elementary School, and her several decades as a Sunday school teacher at Bellingham Covenant Church. Charlaine started attending the Covenant Church as a little girl, met and married her husband Pete there, and raised her family in the church. She devoted herself to Jesus Christ and loved serving in her church community. She is preceded in death by her husband, Peter Morris Gustafson. She is survived by sons, Ken and wife Trish Gustafson, Bruce and wife Janis Gustafson of Bellingham; daughter, Deb Gustafson of Chicago; grandchildren, Andrew, Lynn, Michael and wife Vanessa, Matt, Erin, and Lauren Gustafson; great grandson Owen Gustafson; brothers, Bob and Ron McCauley; sisters, Adele Crnich and Virginia Craiger; and numerous nephews and nieces. Charlaine's family wishes to thank her extended family, church community, and the many wonderful medical personnel who were such an important part of her life and cancer battle. Celebration of Life service will be held this Sunday, January 13, 2008, at 3:30 p.m. at Bellingham Covenant Church, 1530 E. Bakerview Rd., Bellingham. Arrangements under the care of Valley Funeral & Cremation Service of Lynden.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 10 Jan 2008) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GUSTAFSON, Charles (Chuck) died March 3, 1997 at home in Glacier. Born July 12, 1927, in Brooklyn, NY, Chuck Gustafson lived in NJ, MA, FL, and CA before being transferred to Vancouver, B.C., where he lived for 14 years. In Vancouver, after retiring from Sea Land Corp. he and his wife, Margi, founded and ran a successful transportation business moving ocean freight containers from the Ports in Seattle to the Port of Vancouver. A wonderful singer, Mr. Gustafson was a long time member of The Society of the Preservation and Encouragement of Barbershop Singing in America. Currently, he was the President of the Bellingham Blend Chapter and an avid participant singing bass or baritone as needed. A resident of Whatcom County since 1988, he has been the Administrative Caretaker of Mt. Baker Rim Community Club in Glacier for the past 7 years. In addition to his wife, Margi, of Glacier, he leaves daughters Carol Henderson, Barbara Creech, and Lois Wullenweber, grandchildren Shawn and Alison, of California; and step daughters Ellen Supplee and Gaye Alegria, step grandchildren Alissa, Jordan, Ryan and Jake, of Oregon. Chuck was a friend to all, and will be sorely missed by his many, many friends. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, March 8, at 5:30 in the Mt. Baker Rim Clubhouse with Pastor Jim Williams of Maple Falls officiating. Arrangements made through Gillies Funeral Home in Lynden, and the Memorial Society of B.C.

GUSTAFSON, Peter M. passed away in his home, surrounded by his family on Sunday, August 15, 2004 after a courageous two-year battle with cancer. He was born June 13, 1931 in Bellingham to John and Esther Gustafson and spent his entire life in Whatcom County. Pete's career was in large construction projects, as a lather and a pipe insulator. His passion was landscaping and his home gardens. He raised many plants in his greenhouses for family, friends, and his church. As a life long member of Bellingham Covenant Church, Pete was active in the choir and volunteered his construction talents and experience on many church building projects. He devoted himself to Jesus Christ and loved serving in his church community. He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Charlaine; sons, Ken and wife Trish Gustafson, Bruce and wife Janis Gustafson of Bellingham; daughter, Deb Gustafson of Chicago; grandchildren, Andrew, Lynn, Michael, Matt, Erin, and Lauren Gustafson; brothers, Elwood and Paul Gustafson; sister, Lee Nasman, and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by brothers Carl and Dwight Gustafson. Pete's family wishes to thank his church members, and the many wonderful medical and hospice personnel who were such an important part of his life and departing. A graveside service will be held Wednesday, August 18, 2004, 1:00 p.m. at Enterprise Cemetery, 7041 Vista Drive, Ferndale, with a Memorial Service following at 3:00 p.m. at Bellingham Covenant Church, 1530 E. Bakerview Rd., Bellingham.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 18 Aug 2004) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GUTHRIE, Minnie of Bellingham died Wednesday, Jan. 22, 1997, at St. Francis Extended Health Care. She was 95. A private service will be held. Her ashes will be placed in Greenacres Memorial Park. Born Nov. 2, 1901, in Cleveland, she was a local resident since 1937. Mrs. Guthrie was a member of First Baptist Church in Ferndale. Survivors include son Dick Guthrie of Ferndale, daughter Lois Pomeroy of Sumas and brothers Bill Schimmelman of Fort Myers, Fla., and Albert Schimmelman of Cleveland. Arrangements are by Whatcom Cremation Association.

GUTZMAN, Mae, age 63 of Hay, Washington, passed away Friday, January 7, 1983 in a Bellingham hospital. Mrs. Gutzman had been a life time resident of Whatcom County; was a member of the Custer United Methodist Church; the Delta Grange; and the Stephen Holmes Morrison Post, No. 9301, VFW Auxiliary. Mae and her husband, Dick, had owned and operated the Delta Grocery for 12 years. Mae had also worked for Milt's Market for 6 years. She is survived by her husband Dick; 1 son Rick Gutzman of Mt. Vernon; 3 daughters, Blanche and husband, Darrell Glenman of Custer; Debbie Kile of Great Falls, Montana; Betty Gutzman of Lynden; 2 brothers, Ardlee and his wife, Norma McCullough, Jack and his wife Lillian McCullough all of Hay; a sister, Lois and husband Charles Spencer of Belvedere, Illinois; 6 grandchildren; numerous other relatives. Funeral services will be conducted by Rev. Geoff Pipe Wednesday, January 12 at 2 p.m. in the Custer United Methodist Church. Burial will follow in Enterprise Cemetery under the direction of Moles Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 11 Jan 1983) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GUZZI, Joseph C., formerly of Bellingham, died Sunday, July 20, 1997, in San Diego, Calif. He was 83. A private family service will be held in San Diego. Mr. Guzzi's ashes will be scattered in the Pacific Ocean with those of his wife Helen. Mr. Guzzi was born Jan. 3, 1914, in New York City. He married Helen May Roach Aug. 1, 1936, and moved to San Diego with their three daughters in 1951. He moved to Bellingham after the death of his wife in 1987. He lived in Bellingham until 1992, when he moved back to San Diego to live with his oldest daughter. Survivors include three daughters: Judy Coffelt and Pat Frank, both of San Diego, and Joann Pollock of Bellingham; six grandchildren and three great grandchildren.

GWINNER, Fred G. - A graveside service for Fred G.Gwinner of Bellingham will be at 10 a.m. Friday at Greenacres Memorial Park with Rev. Lawrence Guderian officiating and rites by Bellingham Bay Masonic Lodge No. 44. Mr. Gwinner died Tuesday, April 15, 1997, at St. Francis Extended Health Care. He was 95. Born April 19, 1901, to George and Mary Magnus Gwinner in Macon, Mo., he lived in Whatcom County for 65 years. He married Ada Lee Fuller on Dec. 7, 1921, in Macon. A member of Bellingham Bay Masonic Lodge No. 44 and Plumbers & Pipefitters union Local 40, Mr. Gwinner enjoyed gardening and children. He was preceded in death by sons Melvin D. Gwinner in 1988 and Marvin Gwinner in 1991, brother Leonard Gwinner in 1980 and sister Clara Cress in 1992.

GWINNER, Leonard E., age 77, of 2141 Mt. Baker Hiway passed away Tues., July 22, 1980. A 44 year resident of this community, Mr. Gwinner was a Farmer and Truck Driver. He attended the Firs and was a member of the Teamsters Union Local No. 231. He is survived by his wife Marguerite; 1 son Lowell and wife Roberta Gwinner, City; 1 daughter Karen and husband Duane Johnson, Gig Harbor, WA; 4 grandchildren, Bodie and Matthew Gwinner, City; Cory and Marla Johnson, Gig Harbor; 1 brother, Fred and wife Ada Gwinner of Lynden; 3 sisters, Mrs. Ida Allen, Mrs. Clara Cress both of City, Mrs. Helen Smith, Kansas City, MO. Services will be conducted Friday, July 25, 10 a.m. at the Jones Funeral Home with Rev. Grant Whipple officiating. Burial at Greenacres.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 24 Jul 1980) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GWINNER, Marguerite Elizabeth "Aunt Dete," age 85, of Bellingham, WA, passed away Sunday, January 29, 1995. Born July 27, 1909 in Macon, Missouri to Thomas W. and Ida A. (Hurt) Craven, she attended school in Macon, MO; married Leonard Edgar Gwinner February 14, 1928; moved to Bellingham in 1934; charter member of Geneva Community Church; attended Rome Chapel and also Garden Street United Methodist Church for a number of years; employed by J.C. Penney, Bellingham for about 30 years; enjoyed quilting and music; served as church pianist and organist. Preceded in death by her husband, Leonard, in 1980 and several brothers and sisters. Survived by son Lowell Gwinner; daughter Karen Johnson, both of Bellingham; three grandsons, Bodie Gwinner of Deming, WA, Matthew Gwinner and Cory Johnson; one granddaughter, Marla Johnson, all of Bellingham; 4 great-grandchildren, Brittinee Gwinner, Bodie Gwinner, Jr, Nickee Gwinner, Chance Gwinner; brother Harold Craven of West Plains, MO; sister Pauline Hawkins of El Cajon, CA; numerous nieces and nephews. Funeral Service Wednesday, February 1, 1995, 1 p.m. Jones-Moles Funeral Home with Rev. Lloyd Hawkins officiating. Graveside Service Wednesday, February 1, 3 p.m. at Greenacres Memorial Park. Visitation Tuesday, January 31, 1 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Jones-Moles Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 1 Feb 1995) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

GWINNER, Marvin E., 64, 494 W. King Tut Rd., Bellingham, passed away September 10, 1991 at his home. He was born February 5, 1927 in Macon County, Missouri. Mr. Gwinner was a machinist at Automotive Parts & Service, retiring in 1988 and taught Automotive Rebuild at BVTI night school. Marvin's many interests included camping, fishing, boating and sharing his awe and appreciation for nature with his family and friends. He was initiated into the Masonic Lodge April 15, 1966; Raised to Sublime Degree as Master Mason on October 21, 1966; Worshipful Master Bellingham Bay Lodge #44 F&AM in 1974 and 1986; Grand Bible bearer in 1976 in the Grand Lodge of Washington; Deputy of the Grand Master in 1981 and 1982; Assistant Grand Lecturer in 1990. Mr. and Mrs. Gwinner met and married in 1950 in Seattle, WA. Survivors are his wife Betty Gwinner of the family home; son, Kerry Gwinner of Ferndale; daughters, Kathy and husband Mark Mays of Lynnwood, WA., Julie and husband Mike St. Pierre of Bellingham, Bonny and husband Mark Swiecki of British Columbia, Pam and husband Jim McCauley of Bellingham; parents, Fred and Ada Gwinner of Lynden;10 grandchildren and 1 great-grandchild. He was predeceased by his brother, Melvin Gwinner of Lynden. Marvin was dearly loved and will be missed by his family and many close friends. A graveside service will be held at 11:00 a.m. Friday, September 13, 1991 at Greenacres Cemetery with Rev. Lawrence Guderian officiating and the Masonic Ritualistic Service will be done by the Officers of Bellingham Bay Lodge #44 F&AM. Arrangements and services under the direction of Jerns LeVeck Funeral Chapel and Crematorium.

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