JACK, Sally Rose, age 71, passed away Sunday, May 13, 2007 in Bellingham. A lifelong member of Lummi Nation, born in the "old Scott house" located at Gooseberry Point on January 9, 1936 to John and Joanna (Scholtz) Horne. She devoted her life to caring for family. Her children and grandchildren were her joy and comfort. Sally's hobbies included gardening, crocheting, reading and needlepoint, She taught her children by example, the simple act of kindness to all was the best way to live life. She was preceded in death by her parents, aunts Elizabeth Scholtz and Lily Ann Scholtz; uncles Solomon Scholtz and Charles Scholtz; brothers John Horne Jr. and Robert Horne. She is survived by her seven children, Franklin Cladoosby, Tina (Steve) Solomon, Troy (Shirley) Olsen, Patsy (Arthur Solomon, Tracy Olsen, April Olsen and Lola (Garrette) Olsen; brothers George Horne, Louis Horne, Ralph Horne, Lyle Horne, and Romey Horne; sister Emma Jean Tracy; sixteen grandchildren; numerous great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews and her devoted special friend and companion Ralph George and pet Baby Doll. Prayer Services will be held at Lummi Nation Wexliem Community Building Wednesday, May 16, 2007 at 6 p.m. Funeral Services also at Wexliem on Thursday, May 17 at 10 a.m. Final resting place Lummi Nation Cemetery. Moles Family Funeral Homes & Cremation, Main St., Ferndale, WA.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 16 May 2007) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JACKSON, Charles Maynard - Retired U.S. Navy officer Charles Maynard "Jack" Jackson, 85, of 145 W. King Tut Road, Lynden, died Saturday, May 30, 1992 in Bellingham. He was born Dec 9, 1906 in Angus, Neb., to Charles and Ethel Jackson. Mr. Jackson married Elsa Erickson on May 17, 1946 in South Mills, NC. She survives him at the family home. After 23 years' service, he retired on May 31, 1956 from the U.S. Navy as a chief warrant officer. Mr. Jackson retired as a hydroelectric operator from Tacoma City Light on Nov. 6, 1971. He was a 21-year resident of Whatcom County. He was a member of the Fleet Reserve Association of Bellingham; the Retired Officers' Association of Nebraska; and Corinthian Lodge 38, F&AM of Puyallup. Other survivors include son Charles Keith Jackson and two grandsons, all of Spokane. A graveside service will be at 2 p.m. Thursday in Woodlawn Cemetery. The Rev. William Verwolf will officiate. Arrangements are by Moles Funeral Home, Ferndale.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 2 Jun 1992) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JACKSON, Claribel, age 88, of Santa Cruz, CA, passed away Thurs., May 17, 1979. Mrs. Jackson was a resident of this community most of her life prior to moving to Calif. 20 years ago. She attended the Methodist Church in Santa Cruz. Mrs. Jackson is survived by a daughter, Mrs. Margaretha Winchester of Ben Lomond, Calif.; 4 grandsons: Tom C. Easton of Eugene, Ore., Robert C. Easton of Portland, Ore., Fred D. Easton of Seattle, and Aladdin Winchester of Eugene, Ore.; 4 great grandsons. Sister-in-law Mary Bond Lash of city. Memorial service Sun. May 20 at 3 p.m. in the Garden St. Methodist Church, Rev. Lawrence Guderian and Rev. Julia Brand officiating. Graveside service Mon., May 21 at 10 a.m. at Greenacres Memorial Park. Arrangements by Jones Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 19 May 1979) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JACKSON, Elsa J., age 85 of Lynden, passed away at her home Thursday, Jan. 11, (1996). Mrs. Jackson was a lifetime resident of Whatcom County and was born Aug. 22, 1910 to Leander and Anna Johnson Erickson. She was preceded in death by her husband Charles M. "Jack" Jackson in May of 1992. Mrs. Jackson is survived by her son Keith Jackson and his wife Jennifer of Spokane, WA; 2 grandchildren; her sister Leona Smith of Laurel; and numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. Graveside Services will be held at Woodlawn Cemetery, Wed., Jan. 17, at 10 a.m. with Rev. Ed Raynis officiating. Visitation will be at Moles Funeral Home, Tues., Jan. 16, 5 p.m.-8 p.m. Arrangements by Moles Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 17 Jan 1996) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JACKSON, Geneva B., age 75, of 1080 Railroad Ave., Ferndale, passed away Sat., Dec. 24, (1977). She had been a resident of Ferndale for 10 years coming from Kentucky. She is survived by 2 sons, Roy of Jackhorn, Kentucky and Charles of Ramona, Calif.; 3 daughters, Shelby McBeath of Everson, Blanche Powell of Elizabethtown, Kentucky and Frances Land of Wellington, Ohio; several brothers and sisters; 19 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held Tues., Dec. 27 at 10 a.m. at Greenacres Mausoleum, Rev. Dan Swanson officiating. Burial under the direction of Moles Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 27 Dec 1977) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JACKSON, Grace Dureen, age 88, passed away March 22, 2007 in Bellingham, WA, her home of 66 years. She was born Jan 25, 1919 in Seattle, WA to Gus and Gertrude Croucher. She graduated from Lincoln High School and the University of Washington, where she was a member of Sigma Kappa Sorority. Grace enjoyed teaching swimming and was instrumental in opening the Bayside Pool. She was a member of the Bellingham Yacht Club, Assistance League of Bellingham and was a charter member of the Edgemoor Garden Club. She volunteered for many years at St. Joseph Hospital. Grace was actively involved with numerous activities at Sacred Heart Catholic Church throughout the years. She is mourned by her family and friends. A family gathering will be held.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 25 Mar 2007) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JACKSON, Henry Payne, age 76, of 3696 E. Smith Rd., Bellingham, passed away Sunday, April 29, 1990 at St. Joseph Hospital - Main Campus. Mr. Jackson was born Jan. 7, 1914 in Petaluma, CA. He was a Whatcom County resident for the past 37 years. Jr. Jackson was a member of Disabled American Veterans Chapter no. 19 and was employed by the Intalco Aluminum Corp for 12 years as a machinist. He married his wife Ila Jan. 24, 1942. He is survived by his wife Ila of the family home; 4 sons, David Jackson and wife Debra of Acme, Daniel K. Jackson and wife Deborah of Bellingham, Thomas and Brian Jackson of Bellingham; mother Inez Jackson of Bellingham; and 12 grandchildren. He was preceded in death by 2 sons, Rolin and Phillip Jackson. A private family memorial service will be held at a later date. Cremation will be handled by Greenacres Crematorium. Arrangements are through Greenacres Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 1 May 1990) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JACKSON, Ila of 3696 E. Smith Road died Monday, March 25, 1996, at St. Joseph Hospital. She was 75. A memorial service will be at 2 p.m. April 13 at Grace Baptist Church. Born Aug. 16, 1920, to Henry and Martha Boice in Lynden, she graduated from Lynden High School. She married Henry Payne Jackson on Jan. 24, 1942. Mrs. Jackson enjoyed knitting, gardening, canning, cards and reading. She was preceded in death by her husband, sons Rollin Jackson and Phillip Jackson, sister Veronica Hedberg and brothers Edward Boice, Wayne Boice and Quintin Butch Boice. Survivors include sons David Jackson of Acme, and Dan Jackson and Thomas Jackson, both of Deming, and Brian Jackson of Bellingham; and 10 grandchildren.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 29 Mar 1996) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JACKSON, Inez L. of Bellingham died, Feb. 22, 1993. She was 103. No services will be held. She moved to Bellingham from California in 1979. Survivors include five grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. Arrangements by Jones-Moles Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 25 Feb 1993) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JACKSON, Iris A. - Everson resident, Iris A. Jackson, age 90, went home to her Lord on Wednesday, November 11, 2009. She was born July 5, 1919 in Everson to James and Clara (Mack) Nichols and was a Mt. Baker High School graduate. Iris married William C. Jackson, Sr. in March of 1942. A devoted wife, she supported and encouraged Bill in his teaching of special education students. As a hairstylist, Iris enjoyed working with others. She was dedicated to her family and her passion was meticulously caring for their blueberry farm. Preceded in death by her loving husband, Bill, on January 11, 2009; she is survived by daughter Julene Sodt of Bellingham and son, William "B.C." (Cheryl) Jackson of Everson; two grandchildren, Sarah Sodt Coe and Alexander J. Sodt and great-granddaughter, Laila Coe. A memorial service will be held Tuesday, Nov. 17, 11:30 a.m. at Hopewell Community Church, 6759 Oat Coles Rd., Everson. Private burial will be in Hopewell Cemetery. Arrangements are entrusted to Gillies Funeral Home and Cremation Services of Lynden.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 15 Nov 2009) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JACKSON, James P., age 79, of Ferndale, passed away at a local hospital Saturday, February 10, (1951) following a lingering illness. Mr. Jackson was born in Missouri, and had been a resident of the Ferndale community and Whatcom county for the past 50 year; he was a member of the I.O.O.F. Lodge in Bellingham. Surviving relatives include a son, Kirk, of Bellingham; a brother, Peter, in Oregon; several nieces and nephews and a granddaughter. Services will be conducted Wednesday, February 14, at 1 p.m. within the Chapel of the Monroe Mortuary in Ferndale, with the Rev. C. G. Albertson officiating. Interment in Woodlawn Cemetery.

JACKSON, Marjorie R., of 1085 Mobile Lane, passed away Tues. Feb. 5, 1980 of a trailer fire, she had been a member of the Eastern Star. Survived by 1 step-son, Ronald W. Jackson of Seattle. 1 sister, Mayro A. Hillstrand of Montana. Services will be conducted Mon. Feb. 11 at 1:30 in the Chapel of the Westford Funeral Home. Burial Enterprise Cemetery.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 8 Feb 1980) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JACKSON, Michael F., age 31 of 3008 Plymouth Dr. passed away Sat., July 7, 1979. Mr. Jackson was a 3 year resident of this community. He was a respiratory therapist at St. Joseph Hospital. He was a member of the Bellingham Track and Field Club and the Sierra Club. He is survived by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Gaillard M. Jackson of Lincoln, Nebraska; brother, Richard W. Jackson, Denver, Colorado; sister, Mrs. Gale E. Maloney of Florissant, Colorado; grandmother, Mrs. Mamie A. Jackson; 2 aunts, Mrs. Themla W. Reimer and Miss Lillian R. Jackson all of Mobile, Alabama. Services Thurs., July 12 at 1 p.m. at Assumption Catholic Church. Father Patrick Callaham officiating. Interment Greenacres Memorial Park. Arrangements by the Jones Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 11 Jul 1979) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JACKSON, Myrtle Ruth, died Sunday, June 29, 1997, at Shuksan Convalescent Center. She was 91. At her request, no services will be held. Burial will be in Bayview Cemetery. Born March 5, 1906, to William H. and Eliza Flick in Coulee City, she was a longtime member of Calvary Temple and of Bellingham Senior Activity Center. She worked in nursing homes, St. Luke's General Hospital and St. Joseph Hospital. She also enjoyed volunteer work. She was preceded in death by four sisters and two brothers. Survivors include sons Kenneth Jackson of Blaine and Donald Jackson of Cle Elum, daughter Ruth Manos of Ferndale, 10 grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Arrangement are by Westford Funeral Home.

JACKSON, Reginald, age 64 of 1085 Mobil Lane, Ferndale, passed away Thursday, June 17, (1976). Mr. Jackson had been a resident of Ferndale for 6 years and was a retired member of Seattle Local No. 32 United Association of Plumbers and Pipe Fitters. He is survived by his wife, Marjorie of Ferndale; 1 son, Ronald of Lynnwood; his mother, Opal Jackson of Port Orchard; 1 sister, Paulette Torgusen of Port Orchard; 4 grandchildren, numerous other relatives. Funeral services will be conducted by Rev. David Nelson Tuesday, June 22, at 2 p.m. in Moles Funeral Chapel. Burial will follow in Enterprise Cemetery.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 21 Jun 1976) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JACKSON, Richard, age 64 passed away in San Carlos, Calif. Tues., Feb 28th, (1984). He was raised in Bellingham & graduated in 1936 from Whatcom High School. He is survived by his wife, Berna Farrar Jackson of the family home at 1244 Cherry St. Apt. 3, San Carlos, CA; 4 daughters, Peggy Hopp, Patsy Hewitt, Paula Jackson & Pamela Jackson; 4 grandchildren; 1 sister, Marie Usitalo; numerous nieces, nephews & friends. He was a member of the First Christian Church of Bellingham, served on the battleship Nevada during World War II & was an officer in both the VFW & American Legion. Services will be held March 1, 1984 in San Carlos, Calif.

JACKSON, Robert D., age 65 of Blaine, passed away April 2, 2007 at St. Joseph Hospital. He is survived by his wife Linda; son, Mark (Heather) Jackson of Monroe, WA; daughters, Beverly (Scott) Steffins of Yuma, AZ; Heidi (Josh) Shelton of Las Vegas, NV; and 6 grandchildren. A Graveside Service will be held Friday, April 6, 2007 at Enterprise Cemetery in Ferndale at 1 p.m. with Rev. Ron Buchinski officiating. Arrangements under the care of Jerns Funeral Chapel.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 6 Apr 2007) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JACKSON, William C. - Everson resident, William C. Jackson, Sr., age 96, went home to the Lord on Sunday, January 11, 2009. He was born August 8, 1912 in Nooksack, WA to William and Mathilda (Welch) Jackson. A 1930 graduate of Nooksack Valley High School, he married Iris Nichols in March 1942. During WWII he served with the Engineers Corps in Italy. Upon his return, Bill earned a degree in English from the University of Washington. Realizing the greater need for teachers than journalists, he acquired a teaching certificate from WWSC and then taught 5th grade for nearly 10 years in Selah, WA. Recognizing the need for Special Education teachers, he returned to Whatcom County and became one of the first local Special Ed teachers; teaching in the Mt. Baker school district until retirement in 1976. Bill was athletically inclined and held the record for athletic letters at Nooksack Valley High School for many years. An avid baseball fan, he played baseball well into his 70's; continuing to slide into home plate. His attributes included wisdom, patience, loving kindness and a great sense of humor. Bill is survived by his loving wife of 66 years, Iris; daughter, Julene Sodt of Bellingham and son, William "B. C." (Cheryl) Jackson of Everson; two grandchildren, Sarah Coe and Alexander J. Sodt. A memorial service will be held Wednesday, January 21, 1:00 p.m. at Hopewell Community Church with Rev. Gerald Rutgers officiating. Private burial will be in Hopewell Cemetery.

JACOBS, Edward J. - A funeral service for Edward J. Jacobs of Bellingham was held Feb. 9 at Greenacres Funeral Home near Ferndale, with burial in Greenacres Memorial Park. Mr. Jacobs died Thursday, Feb. 8, 2001, at St. Joseph Hospital. He was 68. Born May 16, 1932, to Max and Alice Jacobs in Wilkes-Barre, Pa., he was a Bellingham resident for the past five years. On June 14, 1964, he married Suni Strom in Carson City, Nev. Mr. Jacobs earned a bachelor's degree in Hebrew and religious studies from Yeshiva University, a master's degree in psychology from Southern Methodist University and a doctorate's degree in education psychology from International College. Mr. Jacobs worked as a Hebrew teacher in New York and Pennsylvania and then as a psychologist for the state of California and in Atlanta and Oahu, Hawaii. He helped in the development of Job Corps training, "New Careers" and Human Services programs and he initiated national certification for standards and structures in the field of human services. He also taught at Western Washington University for seven years and then taught at The College of St. Mary's in Omaha, Neb., for 16 years, where he became a department chairman. He was a member of the Baha'i community for 29 years, dedicating his life to eliminating religious and racial prejudices and promoting unity. Survivors include his wife, of the family home sons Darius Jacobs of Omaha and Philip Jacobs of San Antonio brother Marvin Jacobs of Ventura, Calif., sister Joyce Weissman of New York, four grandchildren and four nephews. I Arrangements are by Jones-Moles Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 13 Feb 2001) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JACOBS, Ernest C., age 59 of 7806 Birch Bay Drive, died Monday, May 18, 1981. He graduated from Blaine High School in 1939 and went on to the University of Washington, graduated Class of 1943; he was a member of Phi Delta Theta Fraternity; a member of University of Washington Alumni Association; served in the U.S. Marine Corps in WWII; and was the owner and operator of Shore Acres Resort at Birch Bay. He is survived by his wife Barbara; 2 sisters, Betty Gaudette of Birch Bay; Helen Snow of Birch Bay; several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held Thursday, May 21 1981 in Jerns-McKinney Funeral Chapel, interment Greenacres Memorial Park. Rev. Donald Walters officiating. Visitation at the chapel Wednesday, May 20, 4-8 p.m.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 20 May 1981) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JACOBS, Gladys M. of Bellingham passed away on Wednesday, May 18, 2005, in Bellingham. She was born in Stanwood on September 30, 1909, one of six children born to Charlotte (Knox) and Life Query. Since the early 1920s, she and her husband resided in the Acme community. Gladys was a very active member of Acme Presbyterian Church. She was an active volunteer in her church and community, including the Acme Food Bank. Gladys also managed the Hallmark Gift and Card Shop. For many years, she and her husband operated the Wickersham-Deming-Bellingham Stage Line. Gladys was preceded in death in 1974 by her husband Edward M. Jacobs. She is survived by her son Bob and wife Jeanne Jacobs of Camano Island; daughter Gay and husband Riggs Nelson of Bellingham; 6 grandchildren; Tere and husband David Guiles, Philip Jacobs, Robert and wife Maria Sueli Jacobs, Eric and wife Wanda Jacobs, Roxi Nelson and husband Brett Clement, Kent and wife Monaca Nelson; 10 great-grandchildren; sister Marguerite Brewington of Olympia; sister-in-law Jean Query of Littleton, CO; numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. A family graveside service was held at Greenacres|Moles Cemetery. A Memorial Service will be held at 1 p.m. Thursday, May 26, at Acme Presbyterian Church Jones|Moles Funeral Home & Cremation Service.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 22 May) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JACOBSEN - Gina S. Jacobsen 865 E. Kelly Rd., will be at 1 p.m. Friday in Greenacres Memorial Park under direction of Jones Funeral Home. She died Wednesday. Mrs. Jacobsen had lived in the community for 63 years. Survivors include four sons, Otto, Jack and Robert of Bellingham, and Ralph of Weymore, Wis.; two daughters Pauline VanLucen of Blaine and Norma Lovezzola of Puyallup; 12 grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 7 Jun 1973) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JACOBSON, Alice Evelyn died Sunday, Nov. 20, (1994) at Parkside Rest Home in Wenatchee. She was 87. Burial will be in Greenacres Memorial Park. Born Oct. 5, 1907 in Mandan, ND to Paul E. and Anna Johnson Jacobson, she moved to Lynden in 1936. She worked in people's homes and attended Clearbrook Lutheran Church. She never married. She moved to Wenatchee in 1987. She was preceded in death by her sisters, Gertrude Sakshaug, Ruth Marchant and Alta Melarvie; and her brother Norman Jacobson. Survivors include numerous nieces and nephews.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 22 Nov 1994) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JACOBSON, Alvin E., age 80 of 1319 E. Maplewood, passed away, Thurs., Nov. 13. Mr. Jacobson was a 60 year resident of this community, a retired carpenter, veteran of World War I, member of the Lutheran Church. Surviving 2 brothers, Fred, City; Lothard of Little Maris, Minnesota; numerous nieces and nephews. Graveside services Monday, Nov. 17 at Bayview (sic) Cemetery, 3:30 p.m. Friends wishing to attend may meet at Jones Funeral Home 1/2 hr. earlier.
NOTE: Burial was in Greenacres Cemetery.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 16 Nov 1975) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JACOBSON, Bergitte, age 96 of Birch Bay, Route 1, Blaine, passed away at her home Friday, November 27, (1959), following a short illness. Mrs. Jacobson had been a resident of that community for the past 51 years and was a member of the Zion Lutheran Church. She is survived by 2 daughters, Mrs. Ingrid Adams at home, Mrs. Agnes Fussner of this city and many other relatives. Funeral services will be conducted Tuesday, Dec. 1, at 1 p.m. within the Moles Chapel in Ferndale, with Rev. Stanley S. Williamson, pastor, officiating. Under the direction of the Westford Funeral Home. Interment Enterprise Cemetery.

JACOBSON, Carl - Hallelujah! Dad went to his eternal reward peacefully at the age of 94 on January 2, 2003 at St. Francis Extended Healthcare Center in Bellingham with his family by his side. Carl was born in Balinge, Sweden on March 15, 1908 to Karl and Maria (Brandt) Jakobson, the 6th of eight children. He immigrated to the United States with his family in 1914. Carl graduated from Fairhaven High School in 1928. Carl married Ruth Elizabeth Albee August 13,1944 in Monroe, WA. They both attended Northwest Bible College in Seattle and Carl was ordained by the Assemblies of God Church. Carl and Ruth moved to Bellingham in 1952, living at Lake Samish, and then at 1228 Grant Street, the family home for 32 years. When Carl retired, he started a new life as a college student. He pursued courses in music, art and creative writing. He owned Betchart Studio, where he displayed art and gave piano and organ lessons. He became well known around Bellingham as piano player at various convalescent centers and as accompanist to the vocal group "The Silver Bells". Carl was the piano player known as "The Professor" at the Salvation Army for over ten years. During his retirement he was often seen walking (one of his favorite modes of transportation) all over Bellingham with frequent stops for coffee at various cafes. During his last years at St. Francis, he was known for his positive attitude about his circumstances, and he and his family were most appreciative of the St. Francis staff. Carl is survived by his wife of 58 years son, Del and wife Robin of the Geneva area daughters Janice Lontz and husband Richard of Basin City, WA and Linda Leavitt and husband Rocky of Kendall. He is also survived by nine grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by his parents, two infant daughters, and all of his siblings. Graveside services will be at Greenacres Cemetery 5700 Northwest Road, Ferndale, WA on Tuesday, January 7 at 2:00 p.m. with a memorial service following at The Salvation Army, 2912 Northwest Avenue, Bellingham, WA.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 5 Jan 2003) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JACOBSON, Charlotte, age 58. She leaves to survive her husband, Edwin C. Jacobson of Kent; 2 sons, Ronald and Roger; her mother, Eva Kinnee of Bellingham; 2 sisters, Margaret Shepherd of Bremerton; Mary Tackett of Deming. Graveside services at Greenacres, Tuesday, Oct. 25, 2 p.m.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 23 Oct 1983) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JACOBSON, Edwin C. - A graveside service for Edwin C. Jacobson, 72, of Helendale, Calif., will be 1 p.m. Wednesday at Greenacres Memorial Park with Rex Watt officiating. Mr. Jacobson, who worked as a janitor for the Renton School District until he retired in 1980, died last Wednesday (Oct. 24, 1990) at the St. Mary Desert Valley Hospital in apple Valley, Calif. He came to Washington in 1939. He married his first wife, Charlotte, in 1941, and they lived in Renton for 39 years. She died in 1983 and Mr. Jacobson remarried in 1986 in California. Mr. Jacobson, a World War II veteran, was in the U.S. Army for six years. He was a member of the Elks and loved fishing, golfing and camping. Survivors include his wife Carolyn Jacobson of Helendale, Calif.; sons Ronald Jacobson and Roger Jacobson, both of Kent; sister Lucy Beanblossom of Kent; brother, Leonard Jacobson of Maple Valley; four grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. Arrangements are by Greenacres Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 30 Oct 1990) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JACOBSON, Evelyn J., age 95, passed away Jan. 10, 2003. Formerly of Bellingham, she resided in Bozeman, MT. A memorial service will be held Mon., Jan. 20, 2:00 p.m. at Greenacres| Moles Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 17 Jan 2003) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JACOBSON, Hilding R. - Memorial services for the Rev. Hilding R. Jacobson, 89, a Bellingham resident for 24 years, will be held at 7:30 p.m. today at Bellingham Covenant Church with the Rev. Ken Larson officiating. Graveside services were held at 2:30 p.m. today in Greenacres Memorial Park. The Rev. Jacobson, 1401 32nd St., died Sunday (June 25, 1989) in Sehome Park Care Center following a lengthy illness. He was born Aug. 21, 1899 in Lulea, Sweden. He came to the United States in 1914 and settled in Clear Lake. He worked in Washington logging camps and on a gold mine dredge in Alaska before attending North Park College and Seminary in Illinois. After graduation, the Rev. Jacobson had pastorates in Miami; Osage City, Kan.; Brandon, SD; and Wheaton, Minn. He was an active member of Bellingham Covenant Church. Survivors include his wife Evelyn; a son Richard Jacobson of Ithaca, NY; a daughter, Judith Worley of Bozeman, Mont.; a sister, Edith Peterson of Bellingham; two brothers, Carl "Axel" Jacobson and Helmer Jacobson, both of Bellingham; five grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 29 Jun 1989) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JACOBSON, Irene M. (Melbo), age 87 of Bellingham, passed away at St. Joseph Hospital, Friday, April 13, 2007. She is survived by her son Eric L. Jacobson and her brother Phillip Melbo, both of Bellingham, numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends. At her request no services will be held.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 18 Apr 2007) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JACOBSON, James A. - Graveside services for James A. Jacobson, 82, a retired carpenter, will be at 1:30 p.m. Monday at Greenacres Memorial Park. Memorial services will be at 3 p.m. at Geneva Community Church with Mr. Jacobson's son-in-law, the Rev. Jim Welch, officiating. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday and from noon to 2 p.m. Sunday at Jerns & LeVeck Funeral Chapel. Mr. Jacobson, 1219 North Shore Road, died today in Bellingham. He was born Feb 18, 1906 in Sweden and came to Bellingham in 1926. He attended Geneva Community Church. Survivors include his wife Esther of the family home; a son John of Yakima; a daughter Marie Welch of California; three brothers, the Rev. Hilding Jacobson, Carl Jacobson and Helmer Jacobson, all of Bellingham; a sister Edith Peterson of Bellingham; seven grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 15 Apr 1988) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JACOBSON, Jessie Lucille, age 87, passed away Feb. 2, 2002. She was a resident of Ferndale, WA and Hidden Valley, AZ. Memorial service will be held in Washington at a later date.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 5 Feb 2002) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JACOBSON, John O. - A funeral for John O. Jacobsen of Deming will be at 1 p.m. Monday at Greenacres Funeral Home chapel with the Rev. John Gibbs officiating. Burial will follow in Greenacres Memorial Park. Mr. Jacobsen died Wednesday, Dec. 18, 1996, at St. Joseph Hospital. He was 40. Born Aug. 1, 1956, to Otis and Ruby Blanksma Jacobsen in Myrtle Point, Ore., he married Nancy Olson on June 28, 1979 in Tonasket. Mr. Jacobsen worked as a logger and owned Mount Baker Saw Shop and a welding and fabrication business. He enjoyed animals and helping others. He was preceded in death by a brother, Jack, and his father. Survivors include his wife of the family home; daughter Kim Jacobsen of the family home; son Jason Olson of Bellingham; parents Bud and Ruby Jacobsen of Tonasket; brother Jesse Jacobsen of Modesto, Calif.; one niece; and three nephews.
(From The Bellingham Herald of Dec. 20, 1996) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JACOBSON, Marie Alda - Services for Marie Alda Jacobson, 77, a lifetime resident of Whatcom County, will be at 11 a.m. Thursday at Greenacres Memorial Park Chapel. Visitation will be 6-8 p.m. Wednesday at Westford Funeral Home. Mrs. Jacobson, 1507 32nd St., died Saturday (Sept. 23, 1989) at St. Joseph Hospital. She was born March 12, 1912 in Bellingham, and was a member of Mount Baker Rock Club. She was also an accomplished quilter. Survivors include her husband John; three sons, Roy Chadwick of Amity, Ore.; Harold Chadwick of Houston, Texas; and Ted Chadwick of Victorville, Calif.; a daughter, Janice Moss of Victorville, Calif.; three brothers, John Dunn and Robert Dunn, both of Bellingham; three sisters, Muriel Doxsie of Mesa, Ariz.; Wilma Winters of Yakima; and Marjorie Kerley of Cafe Junction, Ore.; 11 grandchildren; and numerous great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 26 Sep 1989) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JACOBSON, Robert Irving - A private service for Robert Irving "Bob" Jacobson of 3884 Cliffside Drive will be from 2 to 5 p.m. Monday at 6461 Aldrich Road, the home of Kim and Kevin Goertz. Private burial will be in Greenacres Memorial Park. Mr. Jacobson died Thursday, May 15, 1997, at St. Joseph Hospital. He was 73. Born March 11, 1924, to Paul and Gina Mollan Jacobson in Bellingham, he was a life-long resident here. A veteran of World War II, Mr. Jacobson was a paratrooper with the Eleventh Air-borne. He married Beatrice Kovar on Feb. 9, 1947, in Bellingham. Retired from Columbia Cement Co. as a general foreman, Mr. Jacobson enjoyed duck hunting, searching for mushrooms, golfing and hosting card games and dinners. He was preceded in death by an infant son and brothers, Jack Jacobson and Otto Jacobson. Survivors include his wife of the family home, son Bob Jacobson Jr. of Bellingham, daughter Kim Goertz of Bellingham, sisters Pauline Van Luven of Blaine and Norma Lovezolla of Puyallup, brother Ralph Jacobson of Washougal, two grandchildren and numerous other relatives.

JACOBSON, Ruth Elizabeth (Albee) - Praise be to God! Mom went peacefully to her eternal reward at the age of 90 on June 30, 2007 with her family by her side. Ruth was born in Granite Falls, Washington on July 29, 1916 to George and Gertrude (Nims) Albee. She grew up in the Monroe/Sultan area and also spent some time with her dad in Colville, WA. She graduated from Sultan High School in 1935. Ruth met Carl Jacobson in Monroe, WA and they were married August 13, 1944. They both attended Northwest Bible College in Seattle. Carl and Ruth moved to Bellingham in 1952, eventually settling at Lake Samish, where they lived at the lake until the summer of 1965 when they moved to the house at 1228 Grant Street that was the family home for 32 years. Ruth lived the last 2-1/2 years at Orchard Park Assisted Living in Bellingham, where she was a regular at the weekly Bible study group. She enjoyed various crafts including water color painting and making bead jewelry; she attended their daily exercise class as often as she was able. She particularly enjoyed attending services at Rome Community Bible Church with her children. Ruth is survived by her children: son Del and wife Robin of the Geneva area; daughters Janice Lontz and husband Richard of Basin City, WA and Linda Leavitt and husband Rocky of Kendall. She is also survived by her grandchildren: Melvin (Barbara) Jacobson of Chester, VA; Stacy (Kevin) Henderson of Kendall; Sara Lontz of Pasco, WA; Adam Lontz of Portland, OR; Nathan (Nancy) Leavitt of Lynden, Sheridan Leavitt of Kendall; Danielle Leavitt of Ferndale; Jordan Leavitt and Aaron Leavitt of Kendall and four great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband Carl, two infant daughters and all of her siblings. Graveside services for the immediate family will be at Greenacres Cemetery. A memorial service will be held at Rome Community Bible Church, 2720 Mt. Baker Highway, Bellingham, WA 98226 on Saturday July 7 at 2 p.m. (From The Bellingham Herald, 6 Jul 2007) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JACOBSON, Seymour M - A graveside service for Seymour M. Jacobson of Ferndale will be at 11 a.m. Monday at Enterprise Cemetery with Rabbi Yossi Liebowitz officiating. Mr. Jacobson died Wednesday, Dec. 31, 1997. He was 66. Born Aug. 9, 1931, to Al and Rose Silver Jacobson in Brooklyn, N. Y., he moved to Ferndale in May. Mr. Jacobson worked for McDonnell-Douglas Corp. in Garden Grove, Calif., for 31 years before retiring. He served with the United States Army during the Korean War. Survivors include his wife, Joan A. Jacobson of Ferndale; two daughters, Gayle I. Jacobson and Melissa A. Irwin, both of Ferndale; a brother, Daniel Gerdon of Anaheim, Calif.; a sister, Gloria Grandinetti of Oakland Park, Fla; one granddaughter, and numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. Arrangement are by Moles Funeral Home and Cremation Service.

JADERHOLM, Barbara Eleanor - A memorial service to celebrate the life of Barbara Eleanor (Quinn) Jaderholm of Bellevue, formerly of Bellingham, will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at St. Madeleine Sophie in Bellevue, followed by a reception there. Burial will be at 11 a.m. Monday in Sunset Hills Memorial Park. Mrs. Jaderholm died Monday, Nov. 27, 2000, at the University of Washington Medical Center. She was 63. Born Jan. 27, 1937, to Stanley and Margaret Quinn in Bellingham, she graduated in 1955 from Bellingham High School. On Feb. 8, 1957, she married Jerry Edward Jaderholm of Bellingham, and they relocated to Kirkland and then Garden Grove, Calif., before settling in Bellevue. Mrs. Jaderholm was a homemaker. Mrs. Jaderholm was a member of the St. Theresa Guild and was active with the St. Madelein Sophie Catholic Parish of Bellevue. She loved gardening. She also enjoyed volunteer work and was active in many charitable organizations. Her brother Tom Quinn died previously. Survivors include her husband, of Bellevue, son Jerry Jaderholm of Medina; daughter Julie Webster of Bellingham and Jamie Allott of Issaquah; sisters Patty Bowen and Carol Quinn, both of Bellingham; brother Steve Quinn of Sumas; four grandchildren; and many nieces, nephews and other relatives.

JADERHOLM, Lyle U., 66, 415 N. State St., died Monday (May 28, 1973). Co-owner of Cascade Industrial Loan Co. before retiring, Mr. Jaderholm was a member of Bellingham Lodge 194, BPOE; Bellingham Golf and Country Club, and Bellingham Yacht Club. Surviving are his widow Agnes; a son, Jerry of Bellevue; his mother, Mrs. Gertrude Jaderholm of Everett; a sister, Mrs. Esther Murphy of Newport, and three grandchildren. Officers of the Elks Lodge will conduct services at 3 p.m. Wednesday at Jones Funeral Home. Entombment will be in Greenacres Mausoleum.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 29 May 1973) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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JAEGER, John Reynold, age 72, of Route 3, Bellingham, passed away at a local hospital Sunday, November 26, (1950) following an extended illness. Mr. Jaeger had been a farmer in this community for the past 45 years. Surviving relatives include a cousin, Ed Wiersma, of Aberdeen, Wash., and other relatives in Holland. Services will be conducted Saturday December 2, at 2 p.m. within the Chapel of the Bingham-Dahlquist & Jerns Funeral Home.

JAEGER, Melvin B. - Central Lutheran Church member Melvin B. Jaeger, 74, 205 South BC Ave., Lynden, died Wednesday (Nov. 18, 1987) in Lynden. Mr. Jaeger had lived in Whatcom County since 1964. He is survived by three sons, Jan Jaeger of Westerville, Ohio; Larry Jaeger of Seattle; and John Jaeger of Virginia; three sisters, Jess Hansen of Vermillion, SD; Bertha Skordahl of Lacey and Esther Brynick of Lacey; and four grandchildren. Memorial services will be at 3 p.m. Monday at Greenacres Funeral Home Chapel. Arrangements are by Jones Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 20 Nov 1987) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JAEGER, Odele Elaine, 67, 6757 Nooksack Road, Everson, died Sunday (May 26, 1985) in Lynden. She was born April 23, 1918 in South Dakota, and had been a Whatcom County resident for 21 years. Mrs. Jaeger was a member of Central Lutheran Church. Survivors include her husband Melvin; a son Jan Jaeger in Florida; a son-in-law Russell McElroy, Lynden; and four granddaughters. Memorial services will be at 3 p.m. Wednesday at Greenacres Funeral Home. The body will be cremated.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 28 May 1985) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JAGER, Jennie 80, formerly of 719 E. Badger Road, Lynden, died in the Lynden Christian Rest Home on Friday (Jan. 31, 1986). Born on Dec. 15, 1905, in Snickzwaag, The Netherlands, she moved to California with her husband, Marten, in 1948. She moved to Whatcom County in 1958. She was a member of the Lynden Faith Reformed Church, where she was active in the Women's Guild. Survivors include her husband; one son; three daughters, Grace Bergsma and Hilda Zylstra of Lynden, and Pat DeJager of Everson; 16 grandchildren; 23 great-grandchildren; one sister; one stepsister; one step-brother; and numerous other relatives. Funeral services will be at 1 p.m. Monday at Faith Reformed Church, the Rev. Dick Vriesrnan officiating. Burial will follow in Monumenta Cemetery.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 2 Feb 1986) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JAGER, John Reynold, 68, passed away September 5, 1991 at his home in Ferndale. He was born Jan. 23, 1923, in Aitak, Olga Bay, Alaska, to Max and Agrepina Yakoff. John grew up in Karluk and Larsen Bay Alaska. He served in the 10th Army Air Force Emergency Rescue Boat Squadron. John was a fisherman for over 50 years and served in the Merchant Marines, traveling all over the world. [He married Rose Mary Owens on Dec. 5, 1974, in Sitka.] His hobby was music, especially playing the accordion. He and his wife entertained in nursing homes, senior centers, retirement homes and granges. He brought cheer and smiles with his music. No foot could be still when he played "Roll Out The Barrell." John leaves his wife Rosemary at the family home; his beloved doggies Sally and Major, also at the family home; a daughter and son-in-law Kathy and Dale Osborne and granddaughter Danielle of Auburn; a son and daughter-in-law, Dan and Kate Jager and grandsons Dannie and Mike, of Cordova, Alaska; a sister Emma and her husband Carol Kohler of Sitka, Alaska; a brother Carl and his wife Grace Larsen of Sitka; a brother Rudy and his wife Bessie Larsen of Sitka; a brother-in-law and life long best friend Harry (Buddy) Clarsen of Kodiak; also 5 step children, 10 step grandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews. At John's request, no services will be held. Cremation at Greenacres Funeral Home.

JAGER, Ko, age 63 of Everson, passed away Thursday, April 4, 1996. A Memorial Service will be held 2 p.m. Tuesday, April 9, 1996, at the Nooksack Valley Baptist Church. Burial will be in the Nooksack Cemetery. Born Sept. 19, 1932, in Stedum, Holland, he immigrated to the United States in 1951 and received his citizenship in 1960. Mr. Jager worked for Birch Equipment for many years, enjoyed bowling and golf and was a member of Nooksack Valley Baptist Church. He was preceded in death by grandson David Jager. Survivors include his wife, Leona, of the family home; daughters Debbie Miller of Everson, Coleen Heard of Olalla and Lori Thompson of Cordova, Alaska; son Carl Jager of Bellingham; sister Diane Schols of Nooksack; eight grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. The arrangements and services are under the direction of The Jerns LeVeck Funeral Chapel.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 6 Apr 1996) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JAGER, Marten, 88, of Lynden, died Tuesday, June 23, 1992. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. until 9 p.m. today, and from 9 a.m. until noon Friday at Gillies Funeral Home, Lynden. A funeral service will be at 2 p.m. Friday in the funeral home chapel, with the Rev. Dick Vriesman officiating. Burial will follow in Monumenta Cemetery. Born Jan. 31, 1904, in Holland to Peter and Hiltje Jager, Mr. Jager married Jennie VanWyngaarden in 1935 before moving to California in 1948. In 1958, he moved to Whatcom County, where he operated a dairy farm on Double Ditch Road in Lynden. He was also a member of Faith Reform Church, Lynden. His wife, Jennie, died in 1986. Survivors include daughters Grace Bergsma and Pat DeJager, both of Lynden, and Hilda Zylstra of Chilliwack, B.C.; son Bert Jager of Pendleton, Ore.; 16 grandchildren; and 33 great-grandchildren.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 25 Jun 1992) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JAIME, Joe G., age 73, of Bellingham, passed away Saturday, September 5, 2009. Joe was born on October 9, 1935, in Corpus Christi, Texas, to Augustine, Sr. and Margarita Jaime. He is preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Augustine "Tito" Jaime, Jr., and Arturo Jaime; sisters, Rosa Jaime Munoz, Lydia Jaime, Dora Jaime Villarreal. Joe is survived by his sons, Joe and Carol, David and Brenda (Willett), and Jim Jaime; daughters, Sylvia and Jack Jarmoski, Mary H. Bell and Bud Carlson, and Lydia Briones and Joe Paszkowski; 13 grandchildren; 20 great grandchildren; and sisters, Eva Jaime Lopez, and Lili Jaime Ocanas. He was married for 40 years to Margarita Jaime. A visitation will be held on Thursday, September 10, from 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. at Moles Funeral Home, 2039 Main St., Ferndale. A reception celebrating Joe's life will be held on Friday, September 11, from 2:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. at the American Legion, 5537 2nd Ave., Ferndale. Moles Family Funeral Homes & Crematory – Ferndale.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 9 Sep 2009) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JAMES, Albert, age 80, of 3015 Kulshan St., passed away Wed., April 14. Mr. James was born in Wigan, England. A resident of this community for the past 46 years, he came to this country in 1923. He was past secretary of the United Mine Workers Union, he served in the British Royal Marines in WWI and received many decorations for bravery. Surviving wife, Betsy; 1 daughter, Mrs. Dorothy Noteboom of Everson; 1 brother, Thomas James of Renton; 2 sisters, Miss Annie James and Mrs. Amelia Butterworth, both of Westhoughton, England; 3 grandchildren, Terry, Randy and Becky Noteboom of Everson; numerous nieces and nephews. Cremation and inurnment of cremains at Greenacres Memorial Park. Memorial services Saturday, April 17 at 1 p.m. at the Jones Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 16 Apr 1976) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JAMES, Bert - The remains of Bert James, 75, of Sumas, who passed away Saturday (Aug. 31, 1946)min a hospital in Port Orchard, are being received by the Gillies funeral home in Sumas and arrangements for the funeral have been made for 10 a.m. Wednesday in the funeral home. Cremation will follow. Mr. James is survived by his wife Ethel; two daughters, Mrs. Cliff L. Howe of Bellingham, and Mrs. Walter May of Yakima, and two sons, Len C. James of Bellingham and R. E. James in the U.S. Navy. Mr. James, ill for two months at his home in Sumas, was taken to the Port Orchard hospital last week. He had lived in Sumas twenty-two years and was a Spanish-American war veteran.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 2 Sep 1946) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JAMES, Betsy Alice, 84, 1200 Birchwood Ave., died Monday (Sept. 21, 1981). She was born June 3, 1897 at West Houghton, Lancashire, England, and had been a Bellingham resident for 50 years. She was a member of Daughters of the British Empire, "Big Ben" Chapter. She is survived by a daughter, Dorothy Noteboom of Everson, three grandchildren and a sister. Her husband Albert preceded her in death. Private family burial will be at 10:30 a.m. Friday at Greenacres Memorial Park. Memorial services will follow at 11:15 a.m. at St. Paul's Episcopal Church. Arrangements are by Westford Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 22 Sep 1981) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JAMES, Bette Ruth, age 75, a Bellingham resident since 1965, died Saturday, December 27, 1997 in Bellingham. Bette Ruth was born on May 30, 1922 to Clyde and Edna Mae (Henry) James. Relatives include her brother and sister-in-law Clyde E. and Nellie James of Anderson, Indiana; a niece Linda Elis of Anderson, Indiana; and one nephew Bill James of Anderson, Indiana. She is also survived by her special friends and care givers Christine Eggert Martin of Edmonds, JoAnn King of Ferndale and Dorothy Iversen of Bellingham and her many friends at Lincoln Square. Bette Ruth will long be remembered for her kindness and always offering a helping hand to those residents at Lincoln Square. A special acknowledgement is extended to Dr. William Waltner, St. Joseph Hospital, St. Francis Extended Care, Visiting Nurse Personal Services and Hospice of Whatcom County for their care and attention to Bette Ruth's needs. At her request, there will be no services. Arrangements are under the direction of Westford Funeral Home and Cremation Service.

JAMES, Calvin R. Sr., age 49, of Lummi, passed away Fri., Feb. 14, 2003 in Rochester, MN. He was born May 6, 1953 in Bellingham to Ernest and Cordelia (Lawrence) James. Calvin was a son, brother, uncle, father and grandfather. He was a lifetime resident of Lummi Nation. His occupations included log patrolman, fisherman, police officer, musician and a member of the Natural Resources Commission. Among many things he enjoyed doing was carving, playing music with his brothers, fishing, coaching baseball, horseback riding, and raising his many children. Calvin is also a direct descendant of Chief Henry and Mary Kwina. He is preceded in death by his parents; grandparents William & Adeline James; Peter & Madeline Lawrence; his step dad Darvine Lorenz Sr.; two brothers Robert and Ernest Jr.; and daughter Calrene. Survived by two sons, Calvin Jr. & Ernest James; eight daughters, Janelle Sturgeon; Luann; Caressa; Kailani; Misty; Betty; Rosie; & Callie James; three stepchildren, Charity; Hallie; & Angie Coop; ten grandchildren, Vincent, Richie, Calista, Casara, Teesha, Leonardo Jr., Alaysha, Jacob, Jeremiah & Patrick; one step grandchild Kaenam; five brothers, Michael Lawrence, Harlan, Jim, and David Sr. James; one stepbrother, Darvine Lorenz Jr.; two adopted brothers, Thomas Sternberg & Gary Lutzi; five sisters, Ernestine, Rosalynn, Besalynn, Madalynn James & Tamala Lorenz; one stepsister, Rachael Cooper; and numerous aunts, uncles, nieces & nephews. A prayer service will be held Tues., Feb. 18, 7:00 p.m. and a Funeral Service will be held Wed., Feb. 19 10:00 a.m. with Mrs. Judith Humphreys-George and Mrs. Joanne Hall officiating. Both services are being held at the Wex liem Community Center, at Lummi. Burial will follow at the Lummi Cemetery.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 19 Feb 2003) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JAMES, Cassandra Francine, age 13 passed away July 18, 1998 as a result of an auto accident. A life long resident of Bellingham, she was to be in the 8th grade at Vista Middle School in the fall. She graduated from the D.A.R.E. Program at Custer Elementary School, loved to sing, dance and listen to music, play basketball and spend time with her cousins. She is survived by her parents, Tina L. Peluso and Harlan James, Ferndale; brothers Anthony James, Patrick James, Harlan James, all of Lummi; sisters Jessica James and Tatsiana James, Lummi; grandmother Cordelia Lorenz, Lummi; grandparents Francesca and Edward Peluso, Ferndale; aunts Ernestine James, Rosalyn James, Besalyn James, Madalynn Stivers, all of Lummi, Beverly Tillman, Donna Feliciano, both of Bellingham; uncles Michael Lawrence, Calvin James, James M. James, David James Sr. of Lummi and Michael Feliciano of McCaw, Idaho; great aunts Isabelle McCluskey and husband Russell, Irene James and husband Armour, Mary Johnson and husband Vern; cousins Cristie James of Ferndale, Farrah Brady, Christina James and Cordelia James all of Lummi; numerous other relatives and cousin. A Prayer Service was held Mon. Funeral services will be held Tues, July 21, 10 a.m. at Lummi Wexliem. Burial will be at Lummi Cemetery, Lummi Shaker Services officiating.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 21 Jul 1998) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JAMES, Dale Arthur - A vigil for Dale Arthur James of Ferndale will be at 7 tonight at Lummi Neighborhood Facility with the Rev. Frank Walsh and Vernon Lane officiating. A funeral will be at 10:30 a.m. Friday at Lummi Neighborhood Facility with the Rev. Dave Van Boven officiating. Burial will follow in Lummi Reservation Cemetery. Mr. James Died Tuesday, Feb. 13, 1996. He was 40. Born May 6, 1955, to Velma and Joseph P. James in Bellingham, he was a lifelong resident of Whatcom County. Mr. James was trained as a carver of coastal Salish Indian art by the late Morrie Alexander. His work is displayed locally and in Japan. He also was an accomplished silkscreen artist. He was preceded in death by his father and by brothers John J. James, Michael D. James and Joel M. James. Survivors include his wife, Denise James of the family home; daughters Johnee James and Denae James, both of the family home; Daphne Howard of Bellingham and Denise James of Calgary, Alberta; son Jamie James of the family home; his mother of Lummi; brothers Douglas D. James, Jewell James and Walter James, all of Lummi; sisters Staci James, Julia Bergerson, Sheri Jules, Joni Francis and Lisa James, all of Lummi; one grandchild; and numerous other relatives. Arrangements are by Moles Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 15 Feb 1996) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JAMES, Darrol H., age 62 of 3100 Bennett Dr., passed away Feb. 10, (1976). A Whatcom County resident for the past 40 years, he was a U.S. Army WWII veteran, employed by Georgia Pacific Corp, was a member of Albert J. Hamilton Post No. 7 American Legion & Association of Western Pulp & Paperworkers Local No. 194. Surviving wife, Luetta; 1 daughter, Juanita Marie James at home; 1 step-daughter, Mrs. Patricia Raffol of Florida; 3 sisters, Mrs. Leona Phillips, Mrs. Carl Garry, both of Seattle, and Mrs. Fern Crowley of Orange, Calif.; his step-mother, Mrs. Julia James of Bellingham, numerous nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be conducted Friday, Feb. 13 at p.m. Jones Funeral Home, with Rev. Omar E. Stover officiating. Cremation.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 11 Feb 1976) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JAMES, Ernest A. Jr. - Prayer services for Ernest A. James Jr., 34, of 3516 N. Red River Road, will be at 6 p.m. Sunday at the Lummi Neighborhood Facility, with Frank Jefferson and Leota Bustello officiating. Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Monday at the facility, also with Jefferson and Bustello officiating. Burial will be at Lummi Reservation Cemetery. Mr. James, a lifelong resident of Lummi Indian Reservation, died Thuesday (sic) as a result of injuries suffered in a car accident on the Lummi Indian Reservation. He was born Dec. 11, 1954, in Bellingham. Mr. James was a 1973 graduate of Marysville High School. His father, Ernest A. James Sr., died before him. Survivors include his mother, Codelia Lorenz of Ferndale; six brothers, Calvin James, Jim James and Quincy James of Lummi Indian Reservation, Harlen James of Bellingham, David James of Ferndale and Michael Lawrence of Everson; five sisters, Ernestine Schaffer, Rosalynn James and Bessalynn James, all of Bellingham, and Madalynn Stivers and Tamala Lorenz, both of Lummi Indian Reservation; a stepbrother Darvine Lorenz of Ferndale; a stepsister Rachel Lorenz of Nooksack; two uncles; five aunts; and numerous nieces and nephews. Arrangements are by Moles Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 25 Feb 1989) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JAMES, Evan, age 89 of 2110 Young St., passed away Sat. July 31, (1976). Mr. James had resided in Bellingham for the past 53 years. He was a retired coal miner. He was past master of Fairhaven Lodge No. 73 F&AM, past District Deputy of the Grand Master of District No. 10 F&AM of Washington, member of the White Shrine, Order of Amaranth Court No. 25, and Order of Eastern Star. He was the organist of Bellingham Bay Lodge No. 44 F&AM and member of the United Mine Workers of America. He leaves to survive 2 sons, Kenneth E. of this city and Harold L. of Port Townsend, 3 daughters, Mrs. May Eldredge of Castro Valley, Calif.; Mrs. Frank Bloch and Mrs. Dorothy Wimbush both of this city, 14 grandchildren, 19 great-grandchildren, numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. Funeral services were conducted Monday Aug. 2 at 2 p.m. by the Officers of Fairhaven Lodge No. 73 F&AM in the Chapel of the Westford Funeral Home. Interment Greenacres.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 2 Aug 1976) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JAMES, Freda L. - A prayer service for Freda L. (Coss) James (Swe ni mie) of Lummi Reservation will be at 6 p.m. Sunday at Moles Funeral Home in Ferndale. A funeral service will be at 10 a.m. Monday at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints' Ferndale Ward, 2550 Thornton Road. Both services will be conducted by the church. Mrs. James died Thursday, April 5, 2001, at her home. She was 77. Mrs. James was born May 22, 1923, to Frank and Ellen (Yakship) Coss in Deming. Mrs. James worked as a cook for the Lummi Senior Center for many years. She also started the first Native American Camp Fire Girls organization on Lummi Reservation. Mrs. James was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Lummi Ward. She loved playing bingo, crocheting and working on various arts and crafts. Her first husband, Everett Brewer; second husband, Harold P. James; sons Frank, Patrick and Michael James; daughter Jenifer James; brother Frank "Buddy" Coss; and two other siblings died previously. Survivors include son Ernie Brewer of Bellingham; daughters Carol James of Bellingham and Virginia Plaster, Jeanette Brewer and Gayle Phair, all of Lummi Reservation; stepson Harold "Buster" James of Lummi Reservation; stepdaughters Rosemarie "Geri" Williams of Concrete, Elaine Grinnell of Sequim and Iris Felix and Theresa Bob, both of Lummi Reservation; 36 grandchildren; 70 great-grandchildren; and six great-great-grandchildren.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 7 Apr 2001) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JAMES, George - Requiem mass for George James, Marietta, a former Ferndale School Board chairman, will be at 10 a.m. Tuesday in St. Joachim's Catholic Church. Mr. James, 78, died Wednesday (July 31, 1968). He was an area resident most of his life and a member of St. Joachim's Church. He is survived by the wife, Irene; two daughters, Mrs. Arlene Revery (sic) and Mrs. Virginia Williams, Marietta; a sister, Mrs. Josephine Oliver, Pacific Beach; two brothers, Wilbert of LaConner and Walter of Marietta, 17 grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Rosary will be said at 7 p.m. Monday at the home. The Rev. Robert Stemper, S. J., will offer mass. Burial will be at the Lummi Cemetery under the direction of Moles Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 4 Aug 1968) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JAMES, Harold L. - Family services for Harold L. James of Ferndale will be held at a later date. Mr. James died Sunday, April 2, 2000, in Ferndale. He was 87. Born June 11, 1912, to Evan James and Blodwen (Davies) James in Nanaimo, B.C., he was educated in Nanaimo and Bellingham schools, graduating from Whatcom High School. Mr. James worked in lumber mills on Bellingham's waterfront and worked as a miner for Bellingham Coal Mines. On Feb. 13, 1936, he married Ruth Isabella Graybeal in Bellingham. She died in 1989. Mr. James attended Bellingham Normal School (now Western Washington University) and Washington State College (now University), where he received a bachelor's degree in 1938. He also attended University of Washington from 1938 to 1939, and attended Princeton University from 1940 to 1942, receiving a doctorate in 1945. Mr. James was a visiting lecturer at Northwestern University, and a professor of geology at University of Minnesota from 1961 to 1965. He published about 70 papers and reports, most dealing with the Precambrian geology of the Lake Superior region and of southwestern Montana and the nature, distribution and origin of Precambrian iron deposits. Mr. James was a member of the U.S. Geological Survey from 1938 to 1996, serving as chief geologist from 1965 to 1971. He also was a member of many professional societies, including Geological Society of America, Mineralogical Society of America, and the Society of Economic Geologists, of which he was president from 1971 to 1972. In 1962, he was elected to the National Academy of Sciences. In 1966, he received the Distinguished Service Award from the U.S. Department of the Interior. In 1976, he received the Penrose Medal of Society of Economic Geologists. He was preceded in death by his brother, Kenneth Evan James, in 1986. Survivors include sons Hugh Lloyd James of Vancouver, Wash., David Evan James of Alexandria, Va., and Robert Curtis Llewellyn James and Herbert Trevor James, both of Kapaa, Hawaii sisters Olwyn Bloch and Dorothy Wimbush, both of Bellingham, and Edna May Eldredge of Hayward, Calif., and eight grandchildren. Arrangements are by Westford Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 6 Apr 2000) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JAMES, Harold P.,66, of 3231 Balch Road, died Sunday (Jan. 31, 1982) in a Bellingham hospital. He was born May 12, 1915, on the Lummi Reservation. He is survived by his wife, Freda, four sons, eight daughters, a brother, a sister, 35 grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Evening services will be at 7 pm today at Moles Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Wednesday at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints on Scott Road.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 2 Feb 1982) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JAMES, Jeannetta Marie, age 81, of Custer, passed away May 17, 2005, at Lynden Manor where she received gentle, loving care for the final six years of her life. Jeannetta was born December 3, 1923, to Herman and Cora (Walser) Herrin in Bellingham. At the age of three she moved with her family to a farm in Custer. She married Henry G. James on September 18, 1947, and together they proudly raised five children on the family dairy farm. Jeannetta was a devoted mother and wife who loved being outdoors, camping with family and friends, gardening, and welcoming her family into her home. Jeannetta was cherished by family and friends for her unconditional compassion and caring. Surviving Jeannetta are her children, Dale (Betty) James of Bellingham, Janice (Charles) Hudson of Lynden, Gordon (Pat) James of Custer, Karen (Clinton) Avery of Bellingham, and Steven (Anne) James of Lynden; 13 grandchildren; three great grandchildren; brother, Robert (Mildred) Herrin of Seaside, OR; sister, Alice (Dell) Gillihan of Arlington; and sisters-in-law, Florence Dorr of Bellingham and Alice James of Custer. Jeannetta was preceded in death by her husband, Henry, and her sister, Bonnie Creery. Graveside services will be held at 3:00 p.m. Friday, May 20, at Greenacres|Moles Cemetery.

JAMES, Jennie O., age 63, formerly a resident of this city, passed away in Lawndale, Calif., Monday, June 14, (1954). Mrs. James had made her home there for the past 18 months. She was a member of the Baptist Church and leaves to survive, one son, Howard James, of Lawndale; one daughter, Mrs. Juanita F. Marshall, of Kodiak, Alaska; three grandchildren; and four sisters, Mrs. Bertha Hunt, of Putnam, Okla., Mrs. Ruby Clayton of Clinton, Okla., Mrs. Fern Williams of Shelton, Wash., and Mrs. Elva Harper of Thomas, Okla. The remains rest at the Bingham-Dahlquist & Jerns Funeral Home where services will be conducted by the Rev. E. Parrott, Monday, June 21, at 2 p.m. Final resting place, Greenacres.

JAMES, Jennifer, two-year-old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Harold James, died Wednesday (Nov. 15, 1961) in the family home on Beach Star Route following a brief illness. In addition to her parents, she is survived by eight sisters, five brothers, and her grandfather, Norbert James. The Rev. Thurman Fuller will officiate at 10 a.m. services Saturday in Moles' Monroe Funeral home, Ferndale. Burial in Lummi Cemetery will follow.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 16 Nov 1961) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JAMES, John Harlan, age 16 of Bellingham, life long resident of Whatcom County, died June 26, 1997, in Homer, AK, as a result of a head-on collision while vacationing in Homer. The accident also took the life of his mother Debra Guthrie; unborn twin sisters, and brother Erik Chambers, both of Homer, who died the same day; critically injuring his younger brother, Michael. He is survived by his father James Matthew James; brothers, Mathew Janes of Mummi, Michael Chambers of Homer, AK; sister Nicol James of Lummi; and grandmother Cordelia Lorenz of Lummi, three great aunts; one great uncle Armour James; numerous aunts uncles and cousins in Lummi. John was born October 23, 1980 in Bellingham to Jim and Debra (Guthrie) James. He enjoyed basketball, and tradition art; attended Lummi High School. John was buried with his mother in Ketchikan on July 4, 1997. A Memorial Service will be held Thursday, July 17, 1997, 7:00 p.m. at the Lummi Shaker Church.

JAMES, John J., age 19, of Marietta passed away Saturday, May 5, (1973). He had been a resident of Lummi his entire life time. He was a member of St. Joachim's Catholic Church and is survived by his wife Karen; 1 daughter, Colleen, both of Albuquerque, New Mexico; parents, Mr. and Mrs. Joe James of Marietta; 3 sisters, Sheri, Joni, and Lisa of Marietta; 6 brothers, Joel, Dale, Walter, and Michael of Marietta, Douglas of Bellingham, Jewell of Seattle; grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Walter James of Lummi, numerous other relatives. Christian prayer services will be conducted in Moles Funeral Home Monday, May 7 at 7:30 p.m. Requiem mass will be offered by Rev. Father Peter Duggan, Tuesday, May 8 at 10 a.m. in St. Joachim's Catholic Church. Interment Lummi Reservation Cemetery.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 7 May 1973) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JAMES, Joseph, 54, 4305 Lummi Shore Road, died Monday (April 19, 1982) in a Bellingham hospital. He was a lifetime resident of the Lummi Reservation and was a member of St. Joachim's Catholic Church. He is survived by his wife, Velma, six sons, five daughters, two brothers, two sisters and his mother. Vigil services will be at 7 p.m. Thursday at Moles Funeral Home. Funeral Mass will be at 10 a.m. Friday at St. Joachim's Catholic Church. Burial will follow in Lummi Reservation Cemetery.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 20 Apr 1982) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JAMES, Kevin Eric, age 28 of Bellingham, Whatcom County resident for 16 years, died September 11, 1997. He is survived by his mother and step-father Louise McLean and Roger Powless of Lummi; father and step-mother Mark and Jean James of Tulalip; brother Kurtis James of Seattle; sisters, Margie James of Tulalip, Marcie Lozeau of Puyallup, Kim Powless of Bellingham, Heidi Powless of Bellingham; "his other brother" Curtis Powless of Burlington; grandmother Nora "Tiny" McLean of Lummi; numerous aunts, nephews, nieces and cousins. Mr. James was born September 7, 1969 in Everett, WA, a member of the Tulalip Tribe. He loved motor sports, the El Camino, science fiction, collecting comic books, and bowling. He was a certified auto mechanic with Job Corps, attended Bellingham High School and received his AA degree from Whatcom Community College. A memorial service will be held Wednesday, September 17, 1997, 12:00 p.m. at Moles Funeral Home Chapel in Ferndale with Mr. Vernon Lane officiating. Arrangements by Moles Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Ferndale.

JAMES, Landelin W., 66, beloved husband and father died at his home on the Swinomish Reservation in LaConner Tuesday, June 3, 1997. He was born in Mt. Vernon June 22, 1930, the son of Wilbert Henry and Clara Wilbur James. He was educated in the LaConner schools, graduating from the LaConner High School with the class of 1948. He then entered Washington State University where he graduated in 1953 with a degree in Physical Education. He then entered the United States Army and served in the Signal Corp as First Lieutenant until being discharged in 1955. He played basketball in the LaConner High School and Elementary school for 5 years, was an all star for 2 years. While in college he was awarded an appointment to West Point. In his schooling he was a 4 year letterman in football, a 4 year letterman in baseball and a member of the Kappa Sigma Fraternity. He taught and was a coach in Mead College at Wilbur, Washington from 1956 to 1969 and was athletic director in LaConner and educator from 1969 to 1985 in football, basketball coach and baseball coach. He was a Northwest Indian College educator and basketball coach. He was Swinomish Tribal Chairman from 1976 to 1978. He was named the Indian Educator for the year of 1986 and was Washington's State Football Coaches Hall of Fame in 1995. He had been a treaty commercial fisherman. Survivors are: Wife, Doreen, 2 daughters, Darlene Jo Ellamar of Hawaii, and Donnell A. James of Anacortes, 5 sons, David Scott Rhodes of Skagit County, Wilbert Daniel James, M.D. of Edmonds, Loran Claire James of Swinomish, Robert Joseph James also of Swinomish and William Joe Wilson of Anacortes, an aunt Josephine Oliver of Aberdeen, 10 grandchildren, 3 nephews, Charles Michael James of Seattle, Leonard Farron James, and Mark Ellery all of Tulalip. His father Wilbert Henry James, his mother Clara Anne James, 1 brother Charles Joseph James and a sister Arlatha James have preceded him in death. Rosary will be held at the family home 1759 Pioneer Way on the Swinomish Reservation at 7:00 p.m. Friday, June 6, 1997 with services on Saturday, June 7, 1997 at 10:00 a.m. at Landy James Activity Court at the LaConner High School with concluding services to follow at Swinomish Cemetery under the direction of the Kern Funeral Home of Mount Vernon.

JAMES, Luetta Burell of Bellingham died at home Tuesday, Jan. 7, 1997. She was 78. Service arrangements are pending. Though born Nov. 11, 1918, in Des Moines, Iowa, she lived the rest of her life in Bellingham, where she worked for The Boeing Co. and as a waitress in Bellingham. She participated in adult health programs and enjoyed ceramics. Survivors include daughter Patricia Raffo of Bellingham, granddaughter Juanita Perez and a great-grandson. Arrangements are by Westford Funeral Home.

JAMES, Maria Lorraine, age 55, of Ferndale, passed away Sunday November 12, (2006) at St. Joseph Hospital. She was born July 13, 1951 to Peter Syndey Rosario Sr. and Rita Iona Balch-Lewis. Maria was a Lummi tribal member and also Tsimshian Alaskan and Jamestown Sklallum. She attended school at Assumption Catholic School, Meridian Middle School and Bellingham High School (Class of 1969). After graduation, Maria attended Bellingham Technical College where she studied culinary arts. Maria blessed many with her wonderful cooking especially providing for her family as a homemaker for the remainder of her life. She loved caring for others, sewing, spending time at the beach, and working on cars. Maria is survived by her sons; Doug James Jr., Simon James, and Peter James, her daughters; Misty Julius, Eugena Tarter, and Jacqueline Jim, her brothers; Phillip George, James G. Rosario, and Darryl L. Rosario, her sisters Patricia ("Al") Rosario, Mary Beth Galicia, and Terri ("Grasshopper") Rosario; 23 grandchildren, 1 great-grandchild, and numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. She was pre-deceased by her brothers; Jerry Lewis, Peter Rosario Jr., and Charles Rosario; niece Valerie Renee James; and nephew Jewell Nathaniel James; and auntie Julia Hopkins. A Prayer Service will be held Wednesday, November 15, 2006 at 7:00 p.m. at the Wexliem Community Building. A Funeral Service will be held Thursday, November 16, 2006 at 10:00 a.m. also at Wexliem with burial to follow at Lummi Cemetery.

JAMES, Merne Nelson, of Ferndale, WA died at home on Jan. 24, 2005. She was born on Nov. 7, 1924 to Grace and Walter L. Nelson, of Grand Forks, ND. In May 1997 she was married to Lewis C. James of Surrey, B.C. The couple settled in Ferndale in 1998. In the past few years they both battled serious illness, and her husband died in January, 2004. Mrs. James was a gifted teacher of music and children. One accomplishment during her 32 years of teaching in Dallas was the development of an award-winning chorus of 4th, 5th and 6th grade students. In 1979 she was the recipient of the Teacher of the Year Award. She was a soprano soloist in church choirs and directed both adult and children's choirs. She was an enthusiastic and energetic member of PEO an educational organization for women, for nearly 60 years. In Ferndale she was a member of the United Church. She is survived by her step-mother, Mavis J. Nelson, of N. Mankato, MN; a nephew LCDR Patrick Nelson, US Coast Guard of Washington, DC; a niece Connie Yates of Idaho Falls, ID and several great nieces and nephews. Also surviving the couple are Dan and Pat James of Blaine, Brian James and Nancy of Surrey, Gary James and Rita of Vancouver Island and six grandchildren.
(Extracted by Robert Witherspoon)

JAMES, Michael Dean, 32, of 3275 Balch Road died Thursday, May 12, 1994 of complications related to his many bouts of pneumonia. Prayer services will be at 7 p.m. today at the Lummi Neighborhood Facility with David Redfox conducting. A funeral Mass will be said at 10 a.m. Saturday at St. Joachim Catholic Church with the Rev. Brian McGovern officiating. Burial will follow in Lummi Reservation Cemetery. Born Nov. 10, 1961, in Bellingham to Joseph Peter and Velma Jefferson James, he was a lifetime resident of Lummi Indian Reservation. He was preceded in death by grandparents Walter James in 1979 and Catherine James in 1993; his father in 1982; and a brother John James in 1973. Survivors include his mother; sisters Staci James, Bunny Bergerson, Sheri Jewels, Joni K. Francis and Lisa M. James; brothers Joel M. James, Douglas D. James, Jewell P. W. James, Dale A. James and Walter D. James; and numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. All of his immediate family lives on the Lummi Reservation.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 13 May 1994) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JAMES, Percy L., age 71, of 2747 Creasey Rd., Custer, passed away in Bellingham, Mon., Jan. 11, 1988. He was a resident of Custer for 45 years, born and raised in Oak Harbor; born March 24, 1916. He was a past director of the Water Assoc. of Custer, an avid high school sports fan and in retirement years, he loved gardening. Survivors include his wife Alice; son Larry G. James and wife Elaine of Pullman, WA; daughter, Sally D. Rogers and husband Dean of Garfield, WA; 6 grandchildren, Greg, Jeff, Elizabeth and Carolyn James and Jennifer and Diane Rogers; brother, Henry G. James and wife Jeannetta of Custer; sister Florence Dorr and husband Bert of Lynden; numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. Funeral services will be Friday, Jan. 15, 11 a.m. at the Moles Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Floyd Iverson officiating. Burial at Enterprise Cemetery.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 14 Jan 1988) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JAMES, Robert E. - Services for Robert E. James, infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Ernest James, of Marietta, who died in a local hospital Friday (Aug. 15, 1952), will be held 10 a.m. Tuesday at St. Joachim's Catholic Church with the Rev. Fr. Donald Conger as celebrant. Burial will be in the Lummi Reservation Cemetery under direction of the Monroe Funeral Home at Ferndale.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 17 Aug 1952) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JAMES, Roger N., 6, son of Mrs. Stella James of Marietta, died Wednesday (April 1, 1964) in a Bellingham hospital. Other survivors are five brothers, Warren, Reynold, David, Bruce, Raymond, all of Marietta; two sisters, Mrs. Charles Paul of LaConner and Mary James of Marietta; grandparents Norbert James and Mrs. Helen Jefferson. Rosary will be said at 8 p.m. Thursday at Moles Funeral Home in Ferndale and Mass of the Angels will be offered by Rev. Kevin Coyle at 10 a.m. Friday at St. Joachim's Catholic Church. Burial will be at Lummi Cemetery.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 1 Apr 1964) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JAMES, Roy E. - Funeral services for Roy E. James, 56, Oak Harbor, were held Wednesday at the chapel of Bartleson Funeral Home. Burial followed at Hawthorne Lawn Cemetery [Note: burial was in Woodlawn Cemetery, Whatcom Co.]. Mr. James, born in Plevena (sic), Mont., March 23, 1917 died suddenly Sept. 2 at Everett General Hospital. He lived in the Sumas area until high school graduation. He retired as a Chief Petty Officer from the Navy after 22 years of service. He is survived by his wife Marge; a daughter Mrs. Velma Genie Kremer, Mount Vernon; two sons Bert W. James and William B. Hamilton, both of Oak Harbor; one sister Mrs. Gladys Howe, 1501 D St., Bellingham; and one granddaughter.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 10 Sep 1973) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JAMES, Ruth Isabella - A memorial service for Ruth Isabella James, 74, a graduate of Bellingham High School, will be 11 a.m. Saturday at Greenacres Funeral Home Chapel. Mrs. James died Wednesday (June 7, 1989) at her residence in Port Townsend. She was born Feb 6, 1915, in Bellingham. She graduated in 1932 from Bellingham High. She married Harold James on Feb. 13, 1936, in Bellingham. Survivors include her husband; four sons, David James of Alexandria, VA, Robert James of Concord, Calif., Hugh James of Vancouver, Wash., and Herbert James of Hawaii; a brother, Herbert Graybeal of Green Valley, Calif.; and eight grandchildren. Ashes will be placed in Greenacres Memorial Park. Arrangements are by Whatcom Cremation Association.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 9 Jun 1989) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JAMES, Sadie, aged 57 years, a resident of Route 1, Custer, passed away at a Bellingham hospital, Thursday, August 3, (1944). She is survived by her husband, C. Walter James; two sons, Henry G., with the Seabees and Percy L. of Custer; one daughter, Mrs. Florence Smith, Mount Vernon; five brothers, John and Nick Meyer, Lynden, James and Ed Meyer, Mount Vernon and William Meyer, Orcas Island; one sister, Mrs. Dora Heller, of Oak Harbor. The body rests at the Monroe Funeral Home in Ferndale where services will be held Monday, August 7, at 1 p.m., Rev. Gust Anderson officiating. Interment, Woodlawn.

JAMES, Sarah - Vigil services for Sarah James, 90, of 3550 N. Red River Road, will be held at 7 p.m. Friday at the Lummi Neighborhood Facility. Funeral services will be held there at 10 a.m. Saturday. Burial will follow in Lummi Reservation Cemetery. She died Monday (Nov. 22, 1982). She was born Jan. 9, 1892, on the Lummi Reservation. She attended school at Tulalip. She raised 13 of her own children and five stepchildren. She was best known for being the cook in charge of the kitchen at the old Lummi gym, where she prepared meals for hundreds of people following funerals and other ceremonies. She is survived by four sons, a daughter, two nieces, numerous grant, great-grand and great-great-grandchildren, and other relatives. Arrangements by Moles Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 24 Nov 1982) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JAMES, Susan Elizabeth - A memorial service for Susan Elizabeth James of Blaine will be at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday at Blaine United Church of Christ with the Revs. Ann Pearson Wahlers and Don Walter officiating. Ms. James died Tuesday, Oct. 28, 1997. She was 47. Born March 22, 1950, to Arthur and Jean James in Bellingham, she attended schools in Blaine. Mr. James lived in Alaska for 15 years. she worked for the City of Barrow for three years. Her hobbies included restoring antique cars. Survivors include her parents, brother David James of Santa Barbara, Calif., close friend Al Johnson and several other relatives.

JAMES, Velma Katherine, a life-time resident of Lummi, WA, passed away on Sunday, November 21, 2004, in Seattle, WA. She was 75, born January 1, 1929, in Bellingham, to Florence (Wood) and Simon Jefferson. Velma married Joseph James in 1947. She loved caring for children (everyone's children), making Easter baskets and Christmas wreaths, and shopping for grandchildren. Velma was a pioneer of Lummi Fireworks, beginning the business by setting up a table in front of St. Joachim's Catholic Church. She owned a second-hand store in Old Town in Bellingham. She was a proud member of Lummi Tribe and St. Joachim's. She was always working on some type of enterprise and was an avid bargain hunter. Velma was a very intelligent woman and left a legacy of grandchildren and great grandchildren, too numerous to list. Survivors include her sister, Verna Linse; her children, daughters Staci James, Julia Bergerson; sons Doug James and Jewell James, daughter Sheri James, son Walter James, daughters Joni and husband Robert Francis, and Lisa James; 130 grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Velma was predeceased by her husband, Joseph James, sons: Joel James, John James, Dale James, and Michael James. A Prayer Service will be held at 6:00 p.m., Tuesday, November 23, at Wexliem Community Center; a Funeral Service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, November 24th, at Wexliem with burial to follow at the Lummi Cemetery.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 24 Nov 2004) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JAMES, Walter Glen, Col. - Memorial services for Col. Walter Glen James, Ret., age 69, of 2901 Lynn St. will be Wed., Oct. 1 at 3 p.m. Jones Funeral Home with Pastor Jeff Grant officiating. Cremation Greenacres Crematorium. Col. James passed away Fri., Sept. 26, 1986. He was a retired Army Colonel. He grew up in B'ham and attended B'ham schools. After 30 years of Army service and a number of years in retirement at Long Branch, NJ, he returned to live in B'ham 2 years ago. Survived by daughter Susan James of Fairbanks, AK; son Brian James of Seattle; stepsons Thomas McCuiston of Marlboro, NJ and John McCuiston of Wall, NJ; step-daughter Catherine of Orange, NJ; 8 grandchildren; brother Richard James of Bellevue; sisters Winifred Thompson, Edith Baldwin and Bessie Dvorachek, all City. Jones Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 30 Sep 1986) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JAMES, William, aged 50 years, passed away at a local hospital, Thursday, October 30, (1941) following a brief illness. Mr. James had been a resident of the Lummi reservation his entire lifetime and leaves to survive, his widow, Sarah; one daughter Mrs. Rita Leschi, and three sons, Haskell, Ernest and Joseph. Funeral services will be held at St. Joachim's Catholic Church on the Lummi reservation, Monday, November 3, at 10:30 a.m. with Rev. Father William J. O'Brien officiating. Burial will be made in the Lummi Cemetery.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 1 Nov 1941) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JAMES, William A. "Bill" Tsi' Li' Xw, hereditary chief of the Lummi people, was a teacher of culture, language and art who passed on teachings until his last breath. Sharp in his mind until his passing June 1 at age 75 from a hereditary liver disease, Chief James was stood up as hereditary chief of the Lummi People in 2010, a role for which he was selected and groomed by the heads of Lummi families as a young man. He grew into a formidable spokesman for his people on the front lines of some of the most important fights of a generation, including a successful campaign in 2016 with tribes and their allies to block construction of the largest coal port in North America at Cherry Point.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 7 Jun 2020) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JAMES, William H. - Rosary for William H. James, 44 Marietta, will be prayed at 8:30 p.m. Wednesday at Moles Funeral Home in Ferndale and Requiem Mass will be offered at 10 a.m. Thursday at St. Joachim's Church, Marietta. Mr. James died Sunday (March 12, 1967) in a Seattle hospital. Surviving are two brothers, Ernest of Marietta and Armour of Ferndale, and many other relatives. The Rev. John O'Sullivan will celebrate the Mass, which will be followed by burial in Lummi Cemetery.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 14 Mar 1967) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JAMESON, Cyrus, 53, 4238 Lummi Shore Drive, died Saturday (Oct 5, 1985). Born Feb. 13 1932, in Bellingham, Mr. Jameson was a lifelong resident of the Lummi Reservation, where he was active in tribal government affairs. He was a fisherman, and a member of St. Joachim's Catholic Church. Survivors include five sisters; a brother; and aunts, uncles nieces, nephews and cousins. Vigil prayer services will be at 7 p.m. today at Moles Funeral Home, with Vernon Lane Sr. officiating. Mass of Christian Burial will be at 11 am Wednesday at St. Joachim's Catholic Church, with the Rev. Jack Buckalew officiating. Burial will follow in Lummi Reservation Cemetery.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 8 Oct 1985) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JAMESON, Daniel Joseph, age 51 of Ferndale passed away Friday, August 29, (1975). [He is] survived by 1 brother, Vincent of Bellingham; 2 sisters Marian Dailing and Regina Doney, both of Bellingham; numerous other relatives. Funeral Services were held Saturday 10 a.m. Moles Funeral Chapel, followed by burial in Lummi Cemetery.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 31 Aug 1975) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JAMESON, Frank, age 36 of 1505 C Street passed away Friday, July 26, (1957) in a drowning accident. He is survived by his mother, Mrs. Sarathine Jameson of Seattle, 2 brothers Daniel and Vincent, both of Marietta, 2 sisters, Mrs. Marion Daling and Miss Virginia Jameson, both of Seattle. Rosary will be recited Monday at 8 p.m. at the home near Portage. Holy Mass will be offered by Father Joseph Dakin Tuesday, July 30 at 9 a.m. in St. Joachim's Catholic Church. Interment will be made in Lummi Cemetery, under direction of Monroe Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 29 Jul 1957) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JAMESON, Irene L., age 69, of 1111 12th St., passed away Sun., Oct. 13, 1985. A member of the Lummi Tribe, she had been a resident of South Bellingham for most of her life; was a retired LPN and is survived by her brother William F. Toby of Lummi Reservation; nieces and nephews, Juanita Jefferson, Willafred Cooper, Tony Toby all of Lummi, Marlene Corcoran of Milton, William G. Toby of Sacramento, Calif and Gale Toby of Renton; great-aunt of 25 children; great-great-aunt of 17 children. Recitation of the Rosary by members of the Lummi Tribe, Wed. Oct. 16, 7 p.m. at Jones Funeral Home. Mass of Christian Burial will be offered Thurs., Oct. 17, 10:30 a.m. at St. Joachim Catholic Church with Rev. Jack Buckalew officiating. Interment Lummi Reservation Cemetery. Jones Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 15 Oct 1985) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JAMESON, John "Jim," age 65 of 1111 12th St., passed away Sat. July 28, 1979. Mr. Jameson was an 8 year resident of this community and was a retired serviceman in the U.S. Army and Navy. He is survived by his wife Irene I., 1 sister Mrs. Margaret Downing Harriman, Alameda, Calif., numerous nieces and nephews, great nieces and nephews and great great-nieces and nephews. Services will be conducted Wed. Aug. 1, 1 p.m. Jones Funeral Home, Father Philip Bloom officiating. Burial at Lummi Reservation Cemetery.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 31 Jul 1979) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JAMESON, John J., age 75 of Ferndale, Washington passed away at his home, Friday, April 24, 2009. He was born March 26, 1934 in Davenport, Iowa, the son of Dr. Robert E. and Lucille A. (Howarth) Jameson. After four years in the United States Air Force, John earned a Bachelor of Music degree from the University of Puget Sound and a Master of Education degree from the University of Washington. He retired in 1992 from public school education in Seattle and Ferndale. John served as a teacher and administrator for 32 years. He was preceded in death by his parents, and is survived by his wife Karen of 53 years, his daughter Jill Jameson and her husband Terry Bigford of Bellingham, his son Jeffery Jameson and his wife Jeanie of Sammamish and their daughters, Kyla and Michelle. John was active in community theatre for 25 years. Most of his theatre work was at the Bellingham Theatre Guild where he acted in many productions and directed others. John served on the Bellingham Theatre Guild Board as Trustee, Vice-President and President. He loved the association with the Guild and the close friendships he made there. John also directed plays at Blaine, the Lynden Performing Arts Guild and worked on the mystery dinner theatre at Pioneer Park in Ferndale. "Some of the most fun I ever had was doing plays with the casts and crews in each of those venues - especially with my good friend, Roy Bentley." John's other strong interests were reading, playing bridge on-line with several friends from around the world. He also enjoyed breakfasts at Denny's on Sundays and the Cedar' s with his Spit and Whittle Group on Thursdays. Many thanks go to the medical community of Whatcom County and to our wonderful neighbors and friends who helped during his illness. He was blessed to have Whatcom Hospice during his last days. John believed that honoring those who pass away should be a personal, not public, ritual. Therefore, a private celebration of his life will be held. Arrangements under the care of Valley Funeral & Cremation Service.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 26 Apr 2009) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JAMESON, Percy, 78, of Toppenish, Washington passed away on Monday, October 23, 2006. A Prayer Service will be held Thursday, October 26, 2006 at 7 p.m. at the Wexliem Community Building. A Funeral Service will be held Friday, October 27, at 10 a.m. at Wexliem.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 25 Oct 2006) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JAMESON, Seraphine, age 70 of Marietta, passed away Wednesday, September 1, (1965). She was a member of St. Joachim's Catholic Church. Rosary services Friday at 8 p.m. Requiem mass Saturday at 10 a.m. in St. Joachim's Catholic Church. Interment Lummi Cemetery under the direction of Moles Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 2 Sep 1965) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JAMESON, Shirley, age 70, of Bellingham, passed away Sun., Aug. 7, 1994, from a lengthy illness while she was in San Antonio, Texas on a trip to see her grandson, Jamie Smith, graduate with honors from Trinity University. Her mother Gladys Barnes, passed away on the same trip. She was born Aug. 15, 1923 in Bellingham to parents, Gladys and Jesse Barnes. She graduated from Bellingham High School in 1941 and married Marvin Jameson in Bellingham on June 9, 1945. She was a Past Worthy Matron of Eastern Star in Wallace, Nebraska. Mrs. Jameson was a member of the telephone pioneers, having retired from Mountain Bell Telephone Company in Denver, CO. She returned to Bellingham and has resided here since 1985. Survived by 3 children: Ann Smith of San Antonio, TX; Mike Jameson of Santa Barbara, CA; and Mark Jameson of Bellingham; 7 grandchildren; brother George Barnes of Ferndale; aunt Phyllis Logan of Bellingham; and numerous cousins, nieces and nephews. A joint visitation will be at Greenacres Funeral Home, Wed., Aug. 10, 7-9 p.m. and Thurs, Aug 11, 9 a.m. to noon. Joint funeral services will be held Thurs., Aug. 11, 1 p.m. at Greenacres Funeral Home Chapel with Reverends Steve Van Vleck and Wilfred Gunderson officiating. Interment at Greenacres Memorial Park.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 10 Aug 1994) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JANES, Charles H. - Visitation for Charles "Chuck" H. Janes of Sumas will be from 9 to 10 a.m. Saturday at Sumas Advent Christian Church followed by a funeral at 10 a.m. with the Rev. Jim Osborn officiating. Burial will follow in Sumas Cemetery. Mr. Janes died Tuesday, July 1, 1997, at St. Joseph Hospital. He was 78. Born June 16, 1919, to Earl and Anna Hoof Janes in Bismarck, N.D., he was raised in Grandview and graduated from high school there in 1937. He married Evelyn Lyons on April 28, 1942, in Sunnyside. Mr. Janes operated a vineyard and was a biology technician at the Agricultural Research Center in Prosser until retiring in 1981. He moved to Sumas in 1993. A member of Grace Brethren Church in Grandview, he attended Sumas Advent Christian Church and Hopewell Grange. He enjoyed fishing. Survivors include his wife of Sumas, sons Leo Janes of Starbuck and Douglas Janes of Lynnwood, daughter Kalyn Kelsey of Sedro-Woolley, sister Mabel Stainke of Salem, Ore., seven grandchildren, five great-grandchildren and numerous other relatives. Arrangements are by Gillies Funeral Home.

JANETSKI, Raymond V., 73, died Tuesday (Sept. 3, 1991) at St. Joseph Hospital Main Campus after a long illness. At his request, there will be no services. The body will be cremated. Mr. Janetski, of 1712 East Maplewood Ave., was born Nov. 24, 1917, in Great Falls, Mont. He went to high school in Montana, and worked for the railroad in Montana before moving to Whatcom County. He married Lucile Flockenhagen of Bellingham in November 1973. A Bellingham resident for more than 40 years, Mr. Janetski worked for Burlington Northern Railroad until he retired in 1973. He was a former member of B.P.O.E. No. 194, Bellingham, and enjoyed swimming, hunting and fishing. Survivors include his wife, Lucile Janetski, of the family home; his stepson, Larry Raethke of Bellingham; his stepdaughter, Nannette Reid of Bellingham; his son, Barry Janetski, and daughter, Penny Koontz, both of Montana; five grandchildren, and two great-grandchildren. Arrangements are by Jones-Moles Funeral Home.

JANITSCHECK, Antone died Sunday, Oct. 25, 1992, in Bellingham. He was 81. A private graveside service was held Wednesday at Greenacres Memorial Park. He was born Nov. 8, 1910 to Anton and Vernie Gaydeski Janitscheck in Pleasonton, Neb. Mr. Janitscheck was a Whatcom County resident since 1925, attending school in Ferndale. He married Lila Kordahl in Bellingham on May 17, 1937 [1936]. He was a retired mail carrier. Survivors include brother Stanley Janitscheck of Bellingham, sister Verna Norby of Bellingham and numerous nieces and nephews.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 6 Nov 1992) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JANITSCHECK, Ernest L., age 68, lifetime resident of Whatcom Co., died Wednesday, September 16, 1998 at his residence. He was born August 11, 1930 in Bellingham, WA to Leo H. and Marie M. (Ford) Janitscheck. Ernest served in the U.S. Army 1951-1953. He married Billie A. Bass April 2, 1975 in Bellingham, WA. Ernest was a logger for 15 years working for Corning Logging and later he worked 6 years at Mt. Baker Plywood. Mr. Janitscheck was a member of the Assumption Church and Albert J. Hamilton Post #7 American Legion, William Matthew Post #1585 VFW and he enjoyed farming. Survivors include his beloved wife, Billie Janitscheck of the family home; son Shane Janitscheck and wife Carol of Seattle; daughter Suzette Cline of Orcas Island; stepdaughter Cindy and husband Jeff DeMuthy of Bellingham; mother Clarice Young of Spokane, WA; and 7 grandchildren. Vigil service will be held at Westford Funeral Home 7 p.m. Monday, Mass of Christian Burial will be held 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, September 23, 1998 at Church of the Assumption with Fr. Patrick Freitag celebrant. Military honors by American Legion Post #7.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 21 Sep 1998) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JANITSCHECK, Gerald S., 62, passed away on October 5, 2001 at his home in Ferndale. Jerry was born on January 6, 1939 to Shirley Fish Posthumus and Stanley W. Janitscheck in Bellingham. He was in the U.S. Air force four years, was past president of Kotzebue Lions Club (AK) and past president of superstock association at Skagit Speedway. Jerry was known for his quick wit and his sense of humor, the ability to make people laugh, for his generosity and his never-ending love to help people no matter what it might be. To him there were no strangers. Jerry loved country music and to travel. Most of all he loved his family and friends so very much. Jerry was preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by his loving wife of 43 years Corrine Janitscheck of Ferndale his sons Gerald C. Janitscheck of Kotzebue, AK Robert M. Janitscheck of Bellingham Edward J. Janitscheck of Bellingham and Rick L. Janitscheck of Kotzebue, AK daughter-in-law Barbara Janitscheck of Kotzebue and four grandchildren, Michelle, Jerrett, Jesse, Chyrstiene and family member Clara Glover. He is also survived by his sisters Darlene Baricci of Lakewood, CA his twin sister Geraldine Brown of Belfair, WA, Kathy Snell of Aberdeen, Scotland, Mary Kester of WA, Sandy Schoenherr of Louden, Kentucky, Candy Gerard of Ferndale and Terri R. Horner of Irrigon, Oregon, brothers Johnny and Jimmy Posthumus of WA and numerous nieces and nephews and his best friend Gary Lowrie of Helena, Montana. Services will be held on Friday, October 12, 2001 at 2:00 p.m. at Greenacres Funeral Home, Ferndale. Greenacres Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 10 Oct 2001) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JANITSCHECK, Lila Elvira died Sunday, Oct. 25, 1992, in Bellingham. She was 76. A private graveside service was held Wednesday at Greenacres Memorial Park. She was born June 27, 1916, in Hatton, ND. She moved in 1925 to Bellingham, where she married Antone Janitscheck on May 17, 1937. Survivors include sisters Alice Deeter of Sumas, Wilma LaClair of Edmonds and Dorothy Kinkade.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 6 Nov 1992) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JANITSCHECK, Minnie A. - Funeral services for Minnie A., age 84 of 271 E. Bartlett Rd., Lynden, will be Tues., Sept. 8, 1 p.m. at Mission Covenant Church. Interment Greenacres Memorial Park. Mrs. Janitscheck passed away Mon. Aug. 31, 1981. She was preceded in death in 1977 by her husband Ray Janitscheck. She is survived by 1 brother, Mr. Charles Pehrson of Oakland, Calif; 1 sister Mrs. Violet VanEtten of Lynden; 1 sister-in-law, Mrs. Herman Pehrson of Ferndale; 1 brother-in-law, Mr. Jess VanDemark of Ferndale; numerous nieces and nephews. A resident of Whatcom County for the past 79 years she was a member of Mission Covenant Church. Jones Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 4 Sep 1981) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JANITSCHECK, Raymond Leo, age 52, of 1416 St. Paul, passed away in Bellingham Thurs., April 18, 1985. At his request, no services will be held. Cremation at Greenacres Crematorium. Arrangements by Greenacres Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 21 Apr 1985) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JANITSCHECK, Raymond T., age 78 of 2940 McLeod Rd., passed away Wed., Sept. 7, (1977). Retired owner and operator of Ray's Frame & Axle Shop, he had been a resident of Whatcom Co. for 70 years and a member of Mission Covenant Church. He is survived by his wife Minnie; 2 brothers, Mr. Tone Janitscheck and Mr. Stanley Janitscheck, both of city; 1 sister, Mrs. Verna Nordby of Ferndale; numerous nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be conducted Mon., Sept. 12, 3 p.m. at Mission Covenant Church by Rev. Carleton D. Peterson. Burial at Greenacres Memorial Park. Arrangements by Jones Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 9 Sep 1977) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JANITSCHECK, Stanley - Visitation for Stanley Janitscheck of Bellingham will be held from 5 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at Greenacres Funeral Home. A graveside service will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday at Enterprise Cemetery, with the Rev. Tom Randall officiating. Mr. Janitscheck died Sunday, Jan. 20, 2001, at Harborview Medical Center in Seattle. He was 84. Born Aug. 18, 1916, in Ferndale to Anton and Verney (Gaydeski) Janitscheck, he was the youngest of eight children and a lifetime Whatcom County resident. Mr. Janitscheck attended Ferndale schools and began a lifetime career of logging in his teen years. He served in the U.S. Navy during World War II aboard the battleship USS Mississippi in the South Pacific. He married Virginia Jensen on Aug. 24, 1946, in King County. Mr. Janitscheck enjoyed farming, gardening, reading Western books and music. He and his wife enjoyed traveling by recreational vehicle and visited the southwestern United States for sightseeing, gambling and collecting rocks. He loved beautiful flowers and wildlife. He is survived by his wife, of Bellingham son Gerald Janitscheck of Kotzebue, Alaska daughters Geraldine Brown of Belfair, Kathy Snell of Scotland, Sandi Schoenherr of Knoxville, Tenn., Candi Gerard of Ferndale and Terri Horner of Irrigon, Ore., 17 grandchildren numerous great-grandchildren and other family members. Arrangements are with Greenacres Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 23 Jan 2001) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JANITSCHECK, Virginia May, age 78, of Bellingham, passed away Thursday, October 10, 2002, at The Highgate Cottage in Bellingham. She was born Feb. 29, 1924, in Elba, Nebraska to Jens & Eithal Jensen and had been a 64 year resident of Whatcom County. Preceded in death by her husband of 56 years, Stan Janitscheck; her sister, Twyla Hobart and stepson, Gerald Janitscheck. Virginia loved her family, RV sightseeing trips, beach combing and feeding her backyard squirrels. She was a gifted seamstress and chalk artist and sold Avon for 20 years. Survived by her three daughters, Sandi Schoenherr of Knoxville, TN, Candi Gerard of Ferndale and Terri Horner of Irrigon, OR; five grandchildren, Darin Lidbeck of Maryland, Kincade Gerard of Custer, Travis Gerard of Texas, Tosha and Tucker Amos of Oregon. Also survived by her step-daughter(s), Geraldine Brown and Kathy Snell, grandchildren, Chuck, Bob, Ed and Rick Janitscheck and numerous great-grandchildren. A private family viewing will be held Tuesday, October 15, 2002, at Greenacres|Moles Funeral Home. A graveside service will be held Wednesday, October 16, 2002, at 2:00 p.m. at Enterprise Cemetery, 7041 Vista Dr., Ferndale, with pastors from the Good Shepherd Community Church officiating. Greenacres|Moles Funeral Home Cemetery - Crematorium.

JANSEN, Adriana A. "Peggy", age 88 of Lynden, died peacefully on Thursday, April 10, (2008) at the Christian Health Care Center. The daughter of William and Ada (Hoover) VanderGriend, Peggy was born on October 28, 1919, was a lifetime Lynden resident graduating from Lynden High School in 1937. She married Jack Jansen in 1941, and together they owned and operated Jansen's Floral and Nursery where she was the floral designer and bookkeeper. She was a member of the First Reformed Church where she sang in the choir and other choral groups. Peggy was also an accomplished violinist. She joined the Whatcom Symphony, and her love of music led her to play in other chamber groups. She was a talented seamstress and, besides being a longtime member of the Lynden Sewing Club, she also enjoyed knitting and many other handicrafts. Peggy and her gentle spirit will be greatly missed by her children Jane (Tom) Jobe of Seattle, Janice Jansen of Seattle, Jan (Kathy) Jansen of Lake Oswego, OR, Joan (Steve) Gould of Vancouver, WA, Jill Jansen (Stanley Steenmeyer) of Seattle, Jeff (Kathi) Jansen of Lynden and Jordan (Jana) Jansen of New York City; fifteen grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren; sister Claire vg Thomas of Lynden and numerous other relatives. Peggy was preceded in death by her husband of 58 years, Jack, their son Joel and sister, Jane Pekelder. Graveside services for family and friends will be held on Friday, April 18, at 3:00 p.m. in Greenacres Memorial Park. Funeral services will be conducted on Saturday, April 19, at 1:00 p.m. in the First Reformed Church, 6th & Grover Streets, in Lynden with her granddaughter, Pastor Kate Craft officiating. Services are under the care of Gillies Funeral Home & Cremation Services of Lynden.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 15 Apr 2008) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JANSEN, Anna, 80, 1200 Lincoln, St., died Sunday (Jan. 27, 1974). She had been resident of the community for the past 60 years. Surviving are a son, Theodore L. Jansen, and two daughters, Mrs. Nettie Raber and Mrs. Patricia Fitzgerald, all of Bellingham; two brothers, Frank Niblock of Belfast, Ireland, and Ed Niblock of Bellingham, and eight grandchildren. Services will be 1:30 p.m. Thursday in Greenacres Memorial Park under the direction of Westford Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 28 Jan 1974) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JANSEN, Cecil John, age 81, of Ferndale passed away on August 3, 2003. He was born on December 15, 1921 in Alderson, Alberta, Canada to Gerbert J. and Corneila (Vander Berg) Jansen. Cecil was a resident of Whatcom County for most of his life. He served in the U.S. Coast Guard and later retired from Intalco in 1986. Cecil was a member of the First Christian Reformed Church, Lynden, WA. He was preceded in death by his sister Wilkie Huisman. Cecil is survived by his wife Joy, whom he married on October 29, 1943 two sons Richard "Dick" and wife Sonja Jansen of Lynden, and Donald "Don" and wife Janna Jansen of Bellingham four grandchildren Darrell, Stephanie, Jamie, and Julie Jansen three brothers Frank, Gerbert Jr., and Paul Jansen two sisters Dena Van Diest and Gertrude "Toots" Jansen and numerous nieces and nephews. A graveside service will be held on Thursday, August 7, 2003 at 1:30 p.m. at Enterprise Cemetery with a memorial service following at 2:30 p.m. at the First Christian Reformed Church, 1010 W. Front St., Lynden, WA. Jones|Moles Funeral Home & Cremation Service.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 5 Aug 2003) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JANSEN, Evert Jan, age 81, of 1252 Willeys Lake Road, Ferndale, passed away June 18, 1996, in Ferndale. He was born April 28, 1915, in Nome, North Dakota to Gerritt and Johanna (Scholten) Jansen. In 1928, they moved to Whatcom County. He was a carpenter by trade and proudly served in the U.S. Army during WWII. He married Irene Bredal in 1951 and they had 2 sons, Tim and Rick Jansen, whom he loved dearly. Later married Frances Kildall who brought him much joy in the few years they had together. Mr. Jansen was a life member of both the VFW and the American Legion. He is survived by his sons, Timothy and Rick Jansen, both of Bellingham; stepdaughters Gayle Pattenaude and husband Ray of Bellingham and Laurice Reinke and husband Duane of Blaine; 6 brothers: Jack Jansen and wife Peggy of Lynden, Henry Jansen of Ferndale, Gerritt and Pete Jansen and Al Jansen and wife Paulette all of Bellingham, Bill Jansen and wife June of Seattle; 3 sisters: Louise Lich, Marie McGinnis and husband Dick and Gertrude Blondheim and husband Earl all of Bellingham; 5 grandchildren; 8 great-grandchildren; and numerous other family members. Preceded in death by wives, Irene Jansen and Frances Jansen; brother, Louis "Skip" Jansen; and sister, Joann Jansen Zeman. A memorial service will be held Sat., June 22, 11:00 a.m. at Greenacres Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Bruce Hemple officiating. Military honors by the Albert J. Hamilton Post #7, American Legion. Inurnment will be at Greenacres Memorial Park. Greenacres Funeral Home & Crematorium.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 21 Jun 1996) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JANSEN, Eleanor M. - Visitation for long-time Whatcom county weaver Eleanor M. Jansen will be until 9 p.m. Tuesday and from 9 a.m. to noon Wednesday in Gillies Funeral Home, 202 Front St., Lynden. A memorial service will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday in Lynden United Methodist Church, 500 N. 14th St., Lynden. The Rev. Joyce O'Connor will officiate. Private burial will be in Ten Mile Cemetery. Mrs. Jansen, 70, of 1380 Willey's Lake Road, Ferndale, died Saturday, March 28, 1992, at her home. A life-long Whatcom County resident, she was born Aug. 17, 1921, in the Ten Mile area to Carl and Irene Muenscher. She graduated from Lynden High School in 1939. She married Henry Jansen on Aug. 17, 1940, in Lynden. He survives her at the family home. Mrs. Jansen was a member of Gourmet Weavers Guild and the Peace Arch Spinners and Weavers Guild. She was a member of Lynden United Methodist Church where she sang in the choir and was a former president of the United Methodist Women's Society. She was a former president of P.E.O. Chapter EA of Lynden and served on the board of directors of Lynden Christian Rest Home. Her life was woven with commitment to family, church and friends, and her love of weaving, gardening and flowers. Arrangement are by Gillies Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 31 Mar 1992) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JANSEN, Frances, lifetime county resident Frances Kildall Jansen, 70, 1252 Willeys Lake Road. Ferndale, died Sunday, Aug. 9, (1992) at St. Joseph Hospital in Bellingham. She was born May 4, 1922, in Lynden to Ed and Mary Van Borst [sic] Roo. A graduate of Lynden High School, she was employed in the food processing industry for many years, retiring from Bellingham Frozen Foods. She was married to Maurice "Slim" Kildall on April 20, 1943. He died May 20, 1982. She married Evert Jansen on March 13, 1984. She was a former member of Clearbrook Lutheran Church. Survivors include her husband Evert of the family home; sons Bob Kildall of Ferndale; brother Dale Roo of Bellingham; sisters Betty Parker of Start Up, Wash., and Norma Betten of Snohomish; five grandchildren, numerous step-children, step-grandchildren and other relatives. She was preceded in death by a son Roger Kildall in 1983 and a sister, Florence Betten. Funeral services will be at 1 p.m. Wednesday at the Chapel of Greenacres Memorial Park with the Rev. Bruce Hemple officiating. Interment will be in Greenacres Memorial Park. Arrangements are under the direction of Gillies Funeral Home of Lynden.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 11 Aug 1992) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JANSEN, Frank passed away in Bellingham on Thursday, April 1, 2010. He was 90, born December 21, 1919 in Foremost, Alberta, Canada to Gerbert and Cornelia (Vanderberg) Jansen. Frank was a member of Plumbers and Pipefitters Union for over 50 years. He worked as a plumber for Haskell Corporation for 32 years. A creative handyman, Frank was always busy, offering a helping hand to anyone who needed one. He enjoyed playing pool and horseshoes. He was a kind and thoughtful man, and will be greatly missed by all who knew him. Frank was preceded in death by his sisters, Dena and Wilkie; and his brother Cecil. He is survived by his wife Doris; son Albert and wife Patty; stepchildren Patty and husband Jerry, Daniel and wife Linda; brothers Paul and Gerbert; sister Toots; and numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Memorials may be made to your favorite charity. Visitation will take place Monday, April 5, from 12:30 – 1:30 p.m., with a funeral service starting at 1:30 p.m., at Moles Greenacres Funeral Home. Moles-Greenacres Funeral Home, Memorial Park & On-Site Crematory.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 3 Apr 2010) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JANSEN, Gerrit Jan Jr. - A graveside service for Gerrit Jan Jansen Jr. of Lynden will be at 11 a.m. Monday in Greenacres Memorial Park near Ferndale. A memorial service will follow at 2:30 p.m. at First Congregational Church, with the Rev. Donel McClellan officiating. Mr. Jansen died Monday, June 18, 2001, in Bellingham. He was 84. Born Oct. 21, 1916, to Gerrit and Johanna (Scholten) Jansen in Nome, N.D., he was a Whatcom County resident for 70 years. On Dec. 1, 1941, he married Vivian Clarke in Bellingham. She died in 1991. Mr. Jansen was a retired World War II veteran. He also was the owner of Jansen's Floral for 45 years and retired in 1977. Mr. Jansen was a member of First Congregational Church of Bellingham for 50 years and a member of Kiwanis Club of Bellingham for 45 years. He belonged to the B.P.O. Elks Lodge No. 194 and served on the Salvation Army board of directors. His hobbies included gardening and flying. He was a licensed pilot who flew Cessna airplanes for 25 years. His brothers Jack J., Evert and Louis Jansen and sister Joann Zeman also died previously. Survivors include daughters Linda M. Smoots of Everett and Gayle A. Tangeman of Olympia; brothers Albert and Peter Jansen, both of Bellingham, Henry Jansen of Lynden and William Jansen of Bellevue; sisters Sophia Louise Lich, Gertrude Blondheim and Marie McGinnis, all of Bellingham; three grandchildren; one great-grandchild; and many other relatives. Arrangements are by Greenacres Funeral Home near Ferndale.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 20 Jun 2001) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JANSEN, Harley D. - A prayer service for Harley David Jensen (sic) of Ferndale will be at 7 p.m. Wednesday at the Lummi Community Center. A funeral will be at 10 a.m. Thursday at Lummi Community Center with burial in Lummi Reservation Cemetery. Mr. Jansen died Wednesday, Jan. 1, 1997, in Auburn. He was 19. Born May 6, 1977, in Auburn, he lived in Whatcom County since 1980. A member of Races United, Lummi Nation's Teen Court and Ferndale High School mediation group, he enjoyed art, electronics, computers and music; Mr. Jansen worked for Art Lane Construction, was a casino trainee and teacher assistant for Seaquest. Survivors include his father, Errol C. Jansen Sr., of Bellingham; his mother, Sandra Ross, of Auburn; brothers James M. Ross and Errol Jansen Jr., both of Bellingham, and Mark M. Jansen, Rodney E. Jansen and Myron E. Jansen; and sister Shalaura A. Jansen of Auburn. Arrangements are by Moles Funeral Home.

JANSEN, Henry "Hank", age 84, patriarch of the Lynden family of companies, died at his farm near Lynden on Sunday, September 29, (2002). Hank Jansen's life story is truly the realization of the "American Dream." Hank was born in Litchville, North Dakota in 1918 to Gerrit and Johanna Jansen, immigrants from Holland, who in 1927 moved their family to Lynden. As one of 12 children, Hank grew up during the Depression and had only an eighth grade education, his innate intelligence and a deeply instilled work ethic to carry him into adulthood. He parlayed those assets into a business that today is a successful multi-mode transportation and logistics enterprise known as Lynden, Inc. and its affiliate companies. Hank truly loved the business and had a deep connection with the "old crowd" drivers and others that helped him get started. Long after he supposedly "retired" he continued to keep that connection alive by spending several days a week at his LTI, Inc. office. His love of the local Whatcom County community, his business and his farm are what most say got him up and kept him going every day. He also had a 30 year passion for Barbershop music and sang with The Mount Baker Toppers and the Fiji Four. Hank believed in giving back to his community and worked as a volunteer fireman with the Lynden Fire Department for thirty-seven years. He worked tirelessly, giving his time, service and money to other local organizations and charities, too numerous to list. Some organizations closest to his heart involved those devoted to youth. He proudly held board positions with various Whatcom County organizations including the St. Lukes Hospital Foundation and has been recognized numerous times with awards for his community contributions. Last year on Hank's 83rd birthday, Whatcom County and the City of Lynden designated August 7, Henry "Hank" Jansen Day. Hank married Eleanor Muenscher in Lynden on August 17, 1940. They celebrated their 50th anniversary in 1990. Eleanor preceded him in 1992. He was also preceded by brothers Skip, Evert, Jack and Gary and sister Joann Zeman. Hank and Eleanor's legacy of philanthropy will live on through the Eleanor and Henry Jansen Foundation. A number of organizations, including the Christian Health Care Center and Western Washington University have benefited from the Foundation's gifts. A memorial funeral service will be held in the Henry Jansen Agricultural Center on the Northwest Washington Fair Grounds in Lynden on Wednesday, October 2, at 3:00 p.m. Services are under the care of Gillies Funeral Home & Cremation Service of Lynden.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 2 Oct 2002) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JANSEN, Jack - Visitation for Jack Jansen of Lynden will be held from 4 to 8 p.m. Sunday at Greenacres Funeral Home in Ferndale. A private, family graveside service will be held at Greenacres Memorial Park. A memorial service will be held at 1 p.m. Monday at First Reformed Church in Lynden, with the Rev. Elmer Vander Ploeg officiating. Mr. Jansen died Monday, Dec. 27, 1999. He was 86. Born Oct. 4, 1913, to Gerrit Jan and Johanna (Scholten) Jansen in Alton, Iowa, he moved with his family to Washington in 1927. Mr. Jansen graduated from the eighth-grade from Lynden Christian High School. In 1941, he completed U.S. Army basic training at Camp Roberts in California. He was honorably discharged after more than a year in the Army Reserves. In 1941, he married Peggy VanderGriend of Lynden. Mr. Jansen worked in the landscaping business. In 1947, he became the owner and operator of Jansen's Floral and Nursery. His landscaping projects included the Pin Oaks along Front Street in Lynden and campuses at Western Washington University and St. Joseph Hospital areas in Oregon, Moses Lake Air Force Base in Eastern Washington, 2,500 homes at the U.S. Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs, Colo. and the student center at Northwestern College in Orange City, Iowa. Mr. Jansen was a member of First Reformed Church of Lynden, where he served many years as an elder, deacon and member of the planning committee for the new church. His hobbies included reading, gardening and upkeeping his home. His son Joel Jansen, two brothers and one sister died previously. Survivors include wife of the family home; daughters Jane Jobe and Janice and Jill Jansen, all of Seattle, and Joan Gould of Vancouver, WA; sons Jeffrey Jansen of Lynden, Jordan Jansen of Seattle and Jan Jansen of Lake Oswego, Ore.; five brothers; three sisters; 14 grandchildren; and great-grandchild; and many nieces and nephews.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 31 Dec 1999) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JANSEN, Jayda Jay, age 4 mo., of 559 Kelly Rd., passed away Monday Jan. 22, 1979. She is survived by her parents Mr. & Mrs. Rick J. Jansen and sister at home, grandparents, Mr. & Mrs. Nick Jansen, City, Mr. & Mrs. Gerald Westby, City, Arnie Crabtree, Lynden, great grandmother, Mrs. Dolly Hanowell, Everson, great grandfather, Norman Giffin, City. Service Thursday Jan. 25 at 10:30 a.m. at the Jones Funeral Home, Interment Woodlawn Cemetery.
(From the Bellingham Herald, 23 Jan 1979) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JANSEN, John W., age 81 of Ferndale passed away on Friday, November 13, 2009. He was born on March 31, 1928 in Alton, Iowa to Gerrit and Jacoba (Vermeulen) Jansen. John married Kathleen "Kitty" Hunt in Bellingham in 1946. He was the superintendent for Steenmeyer Corporation, a general contractor for large government projects. He worked mainly in Alaska and also in Greenland, and was part of a project working on the first early warning system in Clear, AK in the 1950's. John retired from the Bellingham School District as a maintenance painter. He loved fishing and wood working, and he enjoyed finding unusual rocks and driftwood, which he incorporated into some very creative landscaping. John's favorite times though, were those spent with his wife and children. John was preceded in death by his sister, Gertrude Terspma; and brothers, Nick, Gerrit, and Hank Jansen. He is survived by his wife, Kitty; daughters, Pamela (Ned) Pattison, and Tamara Gilbert; sons, Jon Daniel (Lori) Jansen and Mitchell Jay (Jennifer) Jansen; daughter, Jennifer (Fred) Brighton; six grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; and one great-great-granddaughter. A funeral service will be held on Tuesday, November 24, 2009 at 1:30 p.m. at Moles-Greenacres Funeral Home, 5700 Northwest Dr. Moles-Greenacres Funeral Home, Memorial Park and On-site Crematory.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 22 Nov 2009) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JANSEN, Kay Carolyn - A funeral for Kay Carolyn Montgomery Jansen of Ferndale will be at 2 p.m. Friday at Jerns-LeVeck Funeral Chapel with Pastor Marvin Knutzen officiating. She was 46. Private burial will be in Ten Mile Cemetery. Mrs. Jansen died Tuesday, Jan. 23, 1996, at the University of Washington Hospital in Seattle after a yearlong bout with cancer. Born June 10, 1949, to James D. and Kathryn Montgomery in Bellingham, she graduated from Meridian High School and Bellingham Beauty School.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 25 Jan 1996) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JANSEN, Reinard, age 69 of 4708 Aldrich Road, B'ham, passed away Sun., June 16, 1985 in B'ham. Mr. Jansen was a lifetime resident of Whatcom County and graduated from Ferndale High School in 1933. He was married 51-1/2 yrs. to his wife Barbara and worked for 34 years for the Bellingham School District. Surviving are his wife Barbara of the family home; 1 son, Donell and his wife Chandra Jansen of B'ham; 1 daughter, Charlotte Owens of B'ham; 5 grandchildren, Steven Jansen, Stephanie Gudbransen, Nicole, Michael and John Owens; 2 great grandchildren, Saree Jansen and Heidi Gudbransen; and brother Herman Jansen of Custer. Funeral services will be held Friday, June 21st at 1 p.m. in Greenacres Chapel with Rev. Glenn Burzenski presiding. Burial to follow in Greenacres Memorial Park.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 20 Jun 1985) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JANSEN, Ruth Marie - A memorial service for Ruth Marie Jansen of Bellingham will be at 4 p.m. Wednesday at Seventh-Day Adventist Church in Bellingham with the Rev. Mark Weir officiating. Mrs. Jansen died at home Saturday, Jan 31, 1998. She was 78. Born May 9, 1919 to Harry and Clara Nelson Mitchell in Hamilton, she was a lifelong resident of Whatcom County. She married Henry Jansen March 6, 1943. Mrs. Jansen was a teacher at Mary Purcell School in Sedro Woolley. Survivors include her husband of Bellingham, daughters Judy Van Woudenberg of Bellingham and Susan Jones of Bartlesville, Okla., sisters Metta Miller of Bellingham and Beth Betz of Portland, Ore., brothers Elroy Mitchell of Ryderwood and Robert Mitchell of Loma Linda, Calif., three grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Arrangements are by Jones-Moles Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 3 Feb 1998) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JANSEN, Vivian, 72, of 3108 Vallett St., passed away Monday, May 30, 1991 in Seattle. Born Sept. 15, 1918 in Bellingham, Mrs. Jansen was a lifetime resident; member of the First Congregation Church and is survived by husband Gary; 2 daughters, Linda & husband John Smoot of Everett, WA; Gayle & husband David Tangerman of Olympia; 2 grandchildren, Jim Arnold and Andy Tangerman; sister Ruie Marie Dunnigan of Bellingham. Family graveside service will be held at Greenacres Memorial Park with Memorial Service Tues. June 4, 1991 at 1:00 p.m. at the First Congregational Church with Donel G. McClellan, Pastor officiating. Arrangements by Jones-Moles Funeral Home.

JANSEN, Vivian E., 64, 3964 Cabrant Road, Everson, died Friday (June 3, 1983). Jansen was born Oct. 10, 1918 in Idaho, and had been a Whatcom County resident for most of her life. She was preceded in death by her husband, Herman. Jansen is survived by two daughters, Sandra Johnson, Everson, and Carol and husband Ed Kale of Bellingham; three grandchildren, her mother, a sister, two brothers and numerous nieces and nephews. Graveside service will be at 1 p.m. Monday at Greenacres Memorial Park, the Rev. Bud Henthorn officiating. Arrangements are by Jones Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 5 Jun 1983) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JANSENIUS, Margaret C., age 86, of 1315 F St., passed away Saturday, May 10, (1975). She had been a resident since 1941 and is survived by 1 son, Orville, 2 grandchildren, Bob Jansenius and Beverly Luder, 1 great-grandchild, Ron Hocking, all of Bellingham. Funeral services Tuesday, May 13 at 11 a.m. within the Chapel of the Westford Funeral Home with Rev. Lawrence Guderian, Pastor of Garden Street Methodist Church officiating. Interment Greenacres.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 12 May 1975) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JANSENIUS, Orville A. - Bellingham resident Orville A. Jansenius died Saturday, Dec. 26, 1992, in Bellingham. He was 78. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Wednesday at Jones-Moles Funeral Home. Private burial will be in Greenacres Memorial Park. He was born Oct. 18, 1914, in Palmer, Kan., to August and Maggie Jansenius. He was a resident of Bellingham for 55 years. Survivors include his son Robert A. Jansenius of Bellingham; daughter Beverly Luder of Bellingham; and two grandchildren. Arrangements by Jones-Moles Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 29 Dec 1992) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JANTSCH, Geraldine Ruse, age 73, of 444 S. State St., Bellingham, WA, died Tuesday, Nov. 4, 1997. She had been a four year resident of Whatcom County, having come from California who enjoyed the outdoors, camping and family life. Beach walking and traveling were also important to Geraldine. She attended Sacred Heart Catholic Church. Survivors include her husband Robert of the family home; son, Jeffrey Jantsch of Bellingham; daughters, Karan Jantsch Anderson of Melbourne, Australia, Kathryn Jantsch Gardner of Melbourne, Australia, Julie Jantsch Manson of Ojai, California, 13 grandchildren; two great grandchildren; one niece and one nephew. A memorial mass will be recited Sat. Nov. 8, 1997 at 1:00 p.m. at Assumption Catholic Church, Father Jay DeFalco celebrant. Arrangements by Jerns-Leveck Funeral Chapel and Crematorium.

JANTZ, Mary, age 92, of 1997 Birch Bay-Lynden Rd., Lynden, passed away Thursday, Aug. 16, (1984) in Lynden. She had been a Whatcom County resident since 1944 and she was a member of the Birch Bay Mennonite Brethren Church and she was preceded in death by her husband Jacob Jantz. She is survived by 3 daughters Verna and her husband Home Massey of Blaine, Goldie and her husband Ed Karber of Ferndale, Luella Heide of Sultan; 2 grandchildren, DuWane Heide of Palos Verdes, CA, and Debra Heide of Kennewick. Funeral services will be Monday, Aug. 20 at 2 p.m. in the chapel of Moles Funeral Home with Rev. James Hollywood officiating with burial to follow in Enterprise Cemetery.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 19 Aug 1984) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JANZEN, Isaac Aaron, infant son of Toby and Jill Janzen of Lynden, died shortly after birth on Thursday, July 2, 1998, at St. Joseph Hospital in Bellingham. In addition to his parents, he is survived by grandparents Howard and Bev Nunnikhoven of Lynden and Harold and Linda Janzen of Langley, B.C.; great-grandparents Herm and Wilma TeVelde of Lynden; Abe and Anna Nunnikhoven of Oskaloosa, Iowa, Ben and Martha Janzen of Langley, B.C.; and Hal and Helen Harris of Blaine; great-great-grandparents Case and Grace Nunnikhoven of Oskaloosa and Ray Bouwman of Lynden; and many other relatives. A private graveside service will be in Monumenta Cemetery. Services are by Gillies Funeral Home in Lynden.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 5 Jul 1998) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JAQUISH, Theron O. - Memorial service for Theron O. "Jake" Jaquish, age 70, of 4000 Flynn St., will be Tues. May 26, (1987) 2 p.m. at Garden Street Methodist Church with Rev. William Berney officiating. Private family committal, Fri. May 22. A Bellingham resident since 1963, he was a U. S. Army WWII veteran, received the Asiatic-Pacific Theater Service Medal, Philippine Liberation Ribbon with 1 Bronze Star, American Theater Service Medal; Lapel Button issued ASR Score (2 Sep. 45)92; Two (2 overseas service bars); member Garden Street Methodist Church, serving on the church board, superintendent of Sunday School; Sunday School Teacher; contributing many hours of volunteer work to Mountain Rescue, Red Cross Board, Crisis Clinic, AA Board & Counseling, MADD, RSVP, Home Security and served as Volunteer Fireman, town of Beliot. He is survived by his wife, Inis; daughter, Fern VanHorn of City; 3 sons, Rod Jaquish of City, Lannie & wife Robin Jaquish of Kent, Jeff & Linda Jaquish of City; 9 grandchildren; 2 sisters, Freda Divine & Edith Grove, both of Beloit, Wisconsin. Jones Funeral Home.

JARBOE, Michael Evan, 60, beloved husband, father and friend, passed away suddenly Sunday, Dec 4, 2005. Mike's lifelong love of knowledge, teaching and art transcended many boundaries and disciplines. He was a public educator, photographer, and woodworker, always willing to share his joy and passion with those around him, whether old friends or new acquaintances. He was a true Renaissance man. He was born in Subiaco, Western Australia, on March 5, 1945, and always considered himself an Aussie at heart. His career in Public Education spanned 31 years. Upon retirement in 1998, he returned to his love of photography and a successful and fulfilling second career. Mike touched many lives and will be greatly missed. Survivors include his wife of 39 years, Barbara, daughter Kirsten, mother Grace, sister Diana, sister-in-law Amy, brother-in-law Tom and his wife Mary, numerous cousins, nieces, nephews and special family friends Camron and Jodi. There will be a memorial celebration from 2-4 p.m., Tuesday December 13, 2005 at Hillcrest Lodge, Mount Vernon, WA.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 11 Dec 2005) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JARVIE, Joe - age 95, of 446 W. Wiser Lake Rd., Ferndale, passed away Sun., May 21, 1978. Mr. Jarvie had been a resident of Whatcom Co for 55 years, was a member of the Laurel Community Baptist Church, a life member of the Bellingham Masonic Lodge and Scottish Rites and the Knight Templars in Chicago. He was a Past Patron of the O.E.S. Chapter in Nooksack. He is survived by his wife Lois; 2 sons: Robert (Bob) of Ferndale and Marshall of Corona Del Mar, CA; 4 step-sons: Willis Rick, Marvin Rick and Francis Rick all of B'ham and Dale Rick of Ferndale. A step-daughter, Juanita Gienger of Ferndale. Several grandchildren, 9 great grandchildren. Funeral services will be conducted by Rev. Ben Pruitt, Weds., May 24, at 1:30 p.m. in Moles Funeral Chapel. Burial will follow in Greenacres Memorial Park.
(The Bellingham Herald, 23 May 1978) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JARVIE, Lois M., age 90, of 2726 Alderwood, passed away Sat., Feb. 2, (1991) at her residence. She was a licensed practical nurse, having worked both at St. Lukes and St. Joseph Hospitals; member of Laurel Baptist Church; charter member of VFW Auxiliary No. 3685; Order of Eastern Star, Lynden; Laurel Grange; Licensed Practical Nurses Assoc; Whatcom County Art Guild. Her hobbies included oil painting and sewing and baking for her grandchildren. Preceded in death by her brother, Henry Keeler of New York and is survived by 4 sons, Willis, Marvin and Swede Rick of Bellingham and Dale Rick of Wiser Lake; daughter, Nita Gienger of Bellingham; 2 step-sons, Robert Jarvie and Marshall Jarvie, both of Florida; 23 grandchildren; 23 great-grandchildren and 4 great-great-grandchildren; a sister, Dorothy King of New York; 1 niece, 2 nephews, in New York. Funeral services will be held Tues. Feb. 5 at 1:30 in the Laurel Baptist Church with Rev. Jim Blade officiating. Visitation will be held from 1 to 5 and 6-8 Monday in the Chapel of the Westford Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 4 Feb 1991) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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JARVIS, Emma C. - At the age of 86 years Mrs. Emma Catherine Jarvis, mother of Mrs. Clifford H. Barlow with whom she made her home at 1200 High street, passed away Thursday morning in a local hospital, following a weeks' illness. A resident of Bellingham for many years, Mrs. Jarvis came to Whatcom county in 1888. Her husband, John Riley Jarvis, well-known merchant on the South Side during their earlier residence here, passed away seventeen years ago. She was born in Apple Grove, Ohio. Mrs. Jarvis was one of the early members of St. James Presbyterian church, long active in its work, and was a member of the Olivet circle. Surviving besides Mrs. Barlow are one son, Frank H. Jarvis, of this city; two grandchildren Catherine and Francis Jarvis; two great grandchildren; and three nieces, Mrs. Leslie Aplin, Portland, Ore.; Mrs. John Edward Reed and Mrs. Maude McGreal, both of Los Angeles. Funeral services have been arranged for 3:30 p.m. Saturday in the Bingham-Dahlquist funeral home, Rev. James Martyn Wilson officiating. Entombment will take place in Bay View Abbey.
(From The Bellingham Herald, April 4, 1946)

JARVIS, Francis W. - Funeral services for Francis W. Jarvis, 75, of 2400 Donovan Ave. will be at 1 p.m. Wednesday at Greenacres Funeral Home Chapel with Rex Watt officiating. Mr. Jarvis died Sunday (Sept. 23, 1990) at Fairhaven Alterna-Care after a long illness. He was a yacht craftsman, building and finishing the interiors of sailboats in Bellingham and in Coronado, Calif. Survivors include son Brian D. Jarvis of Missouri, daughter Carolee Massey of Port Angeles, sister Catherine Jarvis of Bellingham and four grandchildren. Arrangements are by Greenacres Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 25 Sep 1990) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JARVIS, Joseph F., 83, of Bellingham, died Wednesday, Feb. 18, 1997 at St. Francis Extended Health Care in Bellingham after an extended illness. Mr. Jarvis was born at Sterling, WA Oct. 22, 1913 to Hanora and Fred Jarvis. He was educated at Sterling Grade School and continued his education at Sedro-Woolley. In November, 1938 he married Geneva Crisp in Bellingham. She preceded him in death in 1982. Mr. Jarvis retired after 33 years from Georgia-Pacific. He was past-president of Bellingham Aerie #31, Fraternal Order of Eagles; a past governor and member of Moose Lodge #493 and served 13 years at Agate Bay Fire Department. He was preceded in death by a brother, Edward, of Big Lake, WA; sisters, Charlotte Johnson of Bellingham, Marguerite Johnson of Arlington. Survived by his sister Mildred Rowe of Bellingham; numerous nieces and nephews, a brother-in-law, Clyde Johnson of Bellingham and good friend Dan McGlothern of Agate Bay. Graveside services will be held Friday, Feb. 21, 1997, 2:00 p.m. in Greenacres Memorial Park with Rev. Jim Lee, M.M. of Assumption Church officiating. A gathering of friends and family will follow in the annex of Greenacres Funeral Home. Visitation will be Thurs. from Noon until 5:00 p.m. and Friday from 8:30 a.m. until noon at Jones-Moles Funeral Home. Arrangements by Jones-Moles Funeral Home.

JASCHINIAK, Evelyn B. - Edmonds resident Evelyn B. Jaschiniak died Monday, Jan 18, 1993, at Stevens Memorial Hospital. She was 84. Visitation will be held from noon to 2:30 p.m. Thursday at Greenacres Funeral Home. A graveside service will be held 3 p.m. Thursday at Greenacres Memorial Park with the Rev. Voss officiating. She was born Dec. 14, 1908, in Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan, to Henry and Ellen Vail. A former Whatcom County resident until 1963, she was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church in Bellingham. Survivors include daughter Carol Miles of Edmonds; a grandson; one great-grandchild; and numerous nieces and nephews. Arrangements by Greenacres Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 19 Jan 1993) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JEFFCOTT, Beatrice Ferne, 79, of 2733 Humbolt Street, Bellingham, died August 9, 1990 at her home. She was born in Brianerd (sic), MN. She was a resident of Whatcom County for 48 years. She and her husband farmed in the county for 40 of those years. She was a member of the Lynden United Methodist Church for the past 48 years. She was a member of the Lynden Chapter No. 12 O.E.S. and also a member of D.A.R. She is survived by her son Robert Jeffcott of Bellingham, her daughter Karen and husband Neil Beamish of Wenatchee, 3 grandchildren: Jill Whitehead of Everett; Heather Jeffcott of Boston, Mass., Hillary Jeffcott of Phoenix, AZ and numerous other relatives in Whatcom County and Billings, MT. Funeral Services will be Monday, August 13, 15 11 a.m. at the Greenacres Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow at Greenacres Memorial park. pastor Fred Rarden will officiate. Arrangements are by Moles Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 13 Aug 1990) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JEFFCOTT, Jessie Carol - A funeral for Jessie Carol Jeffcott of Ferndale will be at 10 a.m. Tuesday at Moles Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Robert Moore officiating. Burial will follow in Enterprise Cemetery. Visitation will be 1 p.m. to 8 p.m. Monday at Moles Funeral Home. Mrs. Jeffcott of 5988 Malloy Dive died Friday, Nov. 11, 1994, in Lynden. She was 84. Born March 30, 1910 to George and Jessie Rose (O'Neill) Willey, she was a lifetime resident of Whatcom County. A member of the Seventh-day Adventist Church, she was active in flood relief through the church and was involved in fund drives for the Heart Fund. She married Peter Radder in Lynden in 1926. He died in 1962. She married Percival Alton Jeffcott in Bellingham on Dec. 31, 1973. He died July 4, 1990. She also was preceded in death by three sisters, one great-grandson and one granddaughter. Survivors include daughters Margaret A. Vogel of Fulton, Ill, Janice M. Bulyca of Redmond, Carole A. Mauldin of Garden Grove, Calif., and Sharon K. Tallman of Bothell; sons Gerald A. Radder of Camano Island and Peter G. Radder of Enumclaw; sister Marian Davies of Lynnwood; 15 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; one great-great-granddaughter; and numerous nieces and nephews.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 13 Nov 1994) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JEFFCOTT, Percival Alton - P. A. "Bud" Jeffcott, 85 years, 5988 Malloy Drive, Ferndale, passed away Wednesday, July 4, (1990) at home. He was born Feb. 3, 1905, the first son of P. R. Jeffcott and Rebecca Tarte Jeffcott, a pioneer family of Whatcom County, and was a lifetime resident of the Ferndale area. He was a member of the Seventh-Day Adventist Church. He attended Woodland school for the first 8 grades, graduating from Ferndale High School in 1923. He was employed by John F. Campbell Dodge Agency in Bellingham and learned his trade a an auto mechanic. He opened the Jeffcott Motor Company in 1933 and was owner and operator for 35 years. He donated automotive engines and major components to Bellingham Vocational Technical School. Mr. Jeffcott was an avid sportsman, participating extensively in hunting and fishing in British Columbia, Vancouver Island, and western Washington. He and his friends donated his collection of trophies along with a mounted cougar to Shuksan Middle School in Bellingham. He was active in community affairs and served as president of the Old Settlers Association. He was a member of the Custer Gun Club. Mr. Jeffcott is survived by his wife, Jessie Willey Jeffcott of the family home; sisters, Rachel Carruthers, Mabelle Smith both of Bellingham and nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, July 10, 1 p.m. at Moles Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor James VanHorn officiating. Burial will follow at Enterprise Cemetery. Arrangements by Moles Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 8 Jul 1990) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JEFFCOTT, Robert C. "Bob", age 74, passed away on Sept. 25, 2007 at his cherished home on Lummi Island, WA. Bob was born June 30, 1933 in Billings, MT, to Stanley and Beatrice (Olson) Jeffcott. His grandfather, local historian and pioneer Percival R. Jeffcott, helped instill in Bob a lifelong love of northwest history. Bob graduated from Lynden High School but never sopped learning. He was a dedicated artisan and craftsman, which showed in all of his work. His greatest love was throwing and hand building pottery, which began under the tutelage of his mentor and friend, Louis Mideke. Bob was self-educated in auto mechanics, sailboat building, gravity vehicle construction and racing, and had an infectious enthusiasm for the arts, film, music, sailing, steam engines, fine European automobiles, and an amazing range of other interests. It was not unusual to walk into Bob's treasure-filled home and find him watching ice skating, opera, and an auto race simultaneously on multiple televisions while classical music played in the background. Bob loved to share his favorite new culinary creations, delighted in sidecar motorcycle rides with his friend Ernie, and could replicate the sound of an accelerating Ferrari Testarossa with remarkable enthusiasm. Bob is survived by two daughters whom he considered his finest creations, Heather Jeffcott of Chandler, AZ, and Hillary Jeffcott of Everson, WA; and his sister, Karen Beamish of Wenatchee, WA. His parents and a brother Stanley, Jr., precede him in death. Bob, we will miss your wisdom, infectious passion, kind support, and gracious appreciation for the smallest of favors. And we will not forget the inspiring courage, dignity and humor with which you endured the challenges of your final years. "Cheery bye," Bob. Rest in Peace. Friends and family are invited to share stories and memories at a celebration of his life and appetizer potluck, 2 p.m. on Oct. 13, 2007, at Bob's beloved property on Lummi Island at 3610 Sunrise Road.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 12 Oct 2007) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JEFFERS, Esther Joy, 84, of Bellingham, died Sunday (June 10, 1990) at Needham's Nursing Home, where she had lived for about three years. Services were Tuesday at United Methodist Church with the Rev. Fred Rarden officiating. Burial was at Ten Mile Cemetery. She was born Oct. 16, 1905, at her parents' home in Ferndale, the seventh child of Henry and Laura Pyeatt. Esther Pyeatt grew up in rural Whatcom County and attended school in Lynden. She married Orva Ray Jeffers on April 21, 1928 in Bellingham. The couple lived on their 40-acre farm in the county most of their married life. In the early 1970s, they sold the farm and moved to Lynden. Mr. Jeffers died in 1976. Mrs. Jeffers then moved to Sehome Plaza retirement center in Bellingham. A homemaker, she was a member of United Methodist Church of Lynden, the church's Ladies Circle, and also was a supporter of the Indian Mission at Marietta for many years. Survivors include sons Jerry Jeffers of Bellingham and Don Jeffers of Lynden; five grandchildren; a brother, Paul Pyeatt of Bellingham; and numerous other relatives.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 14 Jun 1990) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JEFFERS, Orva Ray, age 78 of 1010 Edson St, Lynden, passed away Thursday, June 3, (1976). A 66 year resident of Whatcom County, Mr. Jeffers was a retired bridge foreman for Whatcom County Road District No. 2. He was married to Esther Pyeatt, April 21 1928 in Bellingham. Besides his wife Esther, he is survived by 2 sons Jerry in Bellingham and Don in Lynden; a sister Mrs. Pearl Able of Bellingham and 5 grandchildren. Funeral services will be conducted Monday, June 7 in the Chapel of the Gillies funeral Home with the Rev. Gordon Harrison officiating. Interment will follow in the Ten Mile Cemetery.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 6 Jun 1976) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JEFFERSON, Anthony, age 84, of Lummi Nation, passed away October 2, 2007 at St. Joseph Hospital. Born July 23, 1923 to Edward and Julia (George) Jefferson, Anthony was a lifetime fisherman and woodcutter who loved his community. Anthony served from April 1943 to November 1945 in the U.S. Army. He was placed in the 299th Combat Engineer Battalion and was wounded in action during the WWII invasion of Normandy, later receiving the Purple Heart. In addition to Normandy, his service included campaigns in Northern France, the Rhineland, and Central Europe. He was one of the most decorated Veterans from Lummi Nation. Anthony loved his family and is survived by his son Anthony Jefferson Jr. and his wife Marian, daughter Julie Ann Jefferson and significant other Brandon Richardson, daughter Lorna Phair and husband Robert, sister Dorothy Morris, grandchildren Dennis, Tawnee, Christine, Serena, Hazel, Gordon III, BreAuna, Kaneem, Anthony III, and Dharian, and numerous nieces, nephews, and other relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his parents Edward and Julia, brother Ernest Jefferson Sr., and sisters Hazel, Ethel, Ann, and Leona. A Prayer Service will be held October 4, 2007 at 6:00 p.m. at the Wexliem Community Building with a Funeral Mass to follow on October 5, 2007 at 10:30 a.m. also at Wexliem. Burial will follow at Lummi Nation Cemetery.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 4 Oct 2007) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JEFFERSON, Brenda "Breeze" of Lummi passed away on Wednesday, June 1, 2005. She was 47 years old. Brenda was born on July 20, 1957 in Bellingham, to Ernest Sr. and Evelyn Jefferson. She was a lifelong resident and member of the Lummi Nation and was always very active in the life of the Lummi community. Brenda was known for her cooking and loved to harvest shellfish and fish for salmon. She was a hard worker, who owned her own business, "It's a Breeze Catering" for many years. Brenda was a devoted mother, whose family was very important to her. She had a strong belief in the Lord all of her life. Brenda's adventurous spirit shone through when she went off to the "big city" as a single parent to earn her college degree. She was preceded in death by her mother Evelyn and her brother Jeff. Brenda is survived by her children, Felecia, Carrie Ann, and Michael; father Ernest; brothers and sisters Ernestine, Josie, Alex, Merle, Ernest and Elaine; four grandchildren; and numerous other relatives. A Prayer Service will be held on Friday, June 3, 2005 at 7 p.m. in the Wexliem Community Center. A Funeral Service is scheduled for Saturday, June 4, 2005 at 10 a.m. at Wexliem, with burial to follow at Lummi Cemetery. Ferndale Moles Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 3 Jun 2005) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JEFFERSON, Daniel Joseph - A Rosary for Daniel Joseph Jefferson of Bellingham will be said at 7 p.m. today at Wex li em, Lummi Community Center. A funeral will be at 10 a.m. Saturday at Wex li em, with the Rev. Bryan Hersey officiating. Daiel died Wednesday, Sept. 23, 1998 of injuries sustained in an auto accident. He was 17. He was born Aug. 9 1981 to Michael Julius and Lenore Jefferson. He worked as a crabber, fisher, hunter and clam digger and enjoyed the music of Tupac Shakur, pulling canoe, playing basketball and singing. He was preceded in death by his father, grandparents Vela and Haines Julius and Grandfathers Douglas Jefferson and Frank Lawrence Sr. Survivors include his mother; adopted father Peter Lawrence; brothers Douglas Jones Jr. and Jay Julius; sisters Kateri Hillaire, Priscilla Hillaire and Valerie Jones; grandparents Lillian and Francis Kinley, Rose Lawrence and Lane Warbus; and many other relatives. Arrangements are by Moles Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 25 Sep 1998) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JEFFERSON, Douglas Paul - A funeral for Douglas Paul Jefferson of Deming will be at 10 a.m. today at Lummi Neighborhood Facility with the Rev. Frank Walsh officiating. Burial will follow in Lummi Reservation Cemetery. Mr. Jefferson died Saturday, Feb. 3, 1996. He was 66. Born Oct. 16, 1929, to David Jefferson Sr. and Isabelle Jefferson Barr on the Lummi Indian Reservation, he was a commercial fisher, fishing from Alaska to Oregon. He also worked in construction in Sudden Valley and on the Baker Dam. He enjoyed camping, hunting and boxing and was a canoe puller on the Lone Wolf and War Chief. He was preceded in death by brother David Jefferson Jr., sister Evelyn Jefferson and son Douglas Jefferson Jr. Survivors include his wife, Lane Warbus Jefferson; daughters Virginia Kinley, Isabelle Jefferson, Lenore Jefferson, Alice Jefferson, Joi Jefferson, Paula Jefferson, Kelli Hillaire and Miranda Jefferson, all of Whatcom County; sons Jeffery Jefferson, Michael Plaster, Jamie Plaster, Royrey Jefferson and Felix Jefferson, all of Whatcom County; brothers James Jefferson Sr., Thomas Jefferson, Michael Jefferson and Gabe Jefferson Sr., all of Whatcom County; 28 grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. Arrangements are by Jerns-LeVeck Funeral Chapel.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 6 Feb 1996) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JEFFERSON, Douglas Paul Jr., 4-month-old son of Mr. and Mrs. Douglas Jefferson, Beach Star Route, died in a Bellingham hospital Tuesday. Besides the parents he is survived by the grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. David Jefferson and Mr. and Mrs. Felix Solomon, all of Beach Star Route. Rosary will be recited at the family home at 8:15 p.m. Thursday. The Rev. Joseph Dakin will say holy mass at 9 am Friday in St. Joachim's Catholic Church. Burial will be in the Lummi Cemetery under the direction of Monroe Mortuary.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 26 Sep 1957) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JEFFERSON, Edward, age 87, of 4085 Lummi Shore Rd., passed away Mon., Oct. 23, 1978. Mr. Jefferson was a life time resident of the Lummi Reservation, a member of St. Joachim's Catholic Church and is survived by his wife, Julie Ann; 2 sons Ernest of Lummi and Anthony of B'ham; 3 daughters Annie Charles of Lummi, Dorothy Morris of Lummi and Ethel DeCateau of B'ham; numerous other relatives. Arrangements are pending at Moles Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 24 Oct 1978) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JEFFERSON, Ernest J. Sr., age 86 of Lummi, passed away on Thursday, August 4, 2005. An Evening Prayer Service will be held on Sunday, August 7, 2005 at 6 p.m. at Wexliem Community Center. A Funeral Mass is scheduled for Monday, August 8, 2005, at 10 a.m. at St. Joachim Catholic Church. Ferndale|Moles Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 6 Aug 2005) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JEFFERSON, Evelyn G., 62, 4087 Lummi Shore Road, died Wednesday (Aug. 22, 1984) at home following a lengthy illness. She was born Dec. 25, 1921, in Darrington and had been a resident of the Lummi Indian Reservation since 1941. She was a member of St. Joachim's Catholic Church, and the Upper Skagit Indian Tribe. She was a graduate of the Lummi School of Aquaculture, where she had worked for seven years. She received the most valuable worker award at the school in 1975. She was very active in Lummi education and other community activities. She is survived by her husband, Ernest; three sons; four daughters; her moth; three brothers; three sisters; 24 grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Rosary-vigil services will be 7 p.m. Friday at the Lummi Neighborhood Facility; A Mass of Christian Burial will be sung Saturday at 10 a.m. at St. Joachim's Catholic Church, the Rev. Jack Buckalew officiating. Burial will follow in the Lummi Reservation Cemetery. Funeral arrangements are by Jones Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 23 Aug 1984) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JEFFERSON, Francis, age 55 years, resident of the Lummi Indian reservation his entire life time, passed away at Tacoma Thursday, April 1, (1948) following a brief illness. He is survived by numerous relatives in this county. Mass will be said at the Lummi Reservation Catholic church by Fr. William O'Brien, Tuesday morning, April 6, at 10 o'clock. Burial will follow in the Reservation Cemetery under the direction of the Monroe Mortuary at Ferndale.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 5 Apr 1948) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JEFFERSON, Francis Clarence, age 46 of Marietta, passed away Thursday, August 6, (1964) following a brief illness. He is survived by 1 brother, Ralph, numerous other relatives. Prayers for the repose of his soul will be said Friday evening at 7 p.m. in St. Joseph's Church in Ferndale. Requiem mass will be Saturday at 9:30 a.m. in St. Joachim's Catholic Church. Interment Lummi Cemetery under the direction of Moles Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 7 Aug 1964) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JEFFERSON, Gerald, infant son of Norman and Marilyn Jefferson of 1618 Lummi Shore Rd. passed away Sun. March 19, 1978. In addition to his parents Norman is survived by 1 brother, Timothy, 3 sisters: Janet, Norma and Jennifer all at home; Grandparents Frank and Norma Jefferson of Lummi. Robert George of Lummi. Great grandmother Emma Smith of Lummi. Graveside services will be conducted by Rev. Alva Damien, Weds. March 22 at 10:30 a.m. in Lummi Reservation Cemetery. Burial under the direction of Moles Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 21 Mar 1978) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JEFFERSON, James, 60-year-old Lummi Indian, passed away in Tacoma, Wednesday, April 11, (1945). Mr. Jefferson is survived by one daughter, Mrs. Edith Jones; two grandchildren; one sister Mrs. Maria Thomas; six brothers, Angelo, Simon, Benedict, Edward, David and Francis, all of this county. Funeral mass will be said at the Lummi Reservation Catholic Church, Monday, April 16 at 10 a.m. with Rev. William Greier officiating. Interment in the Reservation cemetery under the direction of Monroe Mortuary in Ferndale.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 15 Apr 1945) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JEFFERSON, James A. - A vigil service for James A. Jefferson of Lummi Reservation will be at 7 p.m. Monday, and a funeral will be at 10 a.m. Tuesday, both at Wex li em. Mr. Jefferson died Friday, Oct. 2, 1998 in Bellingham He was 80. Born Aug. 5, 1918 to David and Isabelle Barr Jefferson, he lived in Whatcom County most of his life. During World War II, he served in the US Merchant Marines in the Philippines. He fished commercially and logged in Washington, California and Oregon until an accident in 1967 ended his logging career. He continued to fish during the summer. Mr. Jefferson enjoyed hunting and playing Bingo. He encouraged young people to learn their native language and was a good storyteller. He was preceded in death by his wife, Sally. Survivors include daughters Evelyn Higheagle of Lajoai, Idaho; Gaylen Billy of Yakima; Jeanette Lawrence of Everson; Jackie Moline of Lake Terrace, Wash; and Teresa Butler, Vicky Jefferson, Verona Jefferson and Sandra Jefferson, all of Lummi; sons John Jefferson, James Jefferson, Gregory Jefferson and Wesley Jefferson, all of Lummi; 31 grandchildren; 37 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild; and many nieces and nephews. Arrangements are by Moles Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 4 Oct 1998) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JEFFERSON, Jeffrey George, age 21 of Lummi Shore Rd, passed away Sunday, July 27, (1975). Mr. Jefferson had been a lifetime resident of Lummi, was a member of St. Joachim's Catholic Church, a production monitor at the Lummi Aquaculture Skookum Creek Hatchery and had won several Golden Glove Boxing Tournaments as a teenager. He is survived by his wife Christine, 1 son Christopher, both of Lummi, his parents Mr. and Mrs. Ernest J. Jefferson Sr. of Lummi, 3 brothers Alexander A., Merle B., Ernest J. Jr., all of Lummi, 4 sisters Ernestine Pont of Vancouver B.C., Josephine Jones of Marietta, Elaine Marie Jefferson and Brenda Jefferson of Lummi. His grandparents Mrs. Alice Williams of Clear Lake and Mr. and Mrs. Edward Jefferson of Lummi, numerous other relatives. Vigil prayer services will be conducted in Moles Funeral Home Tuesday, July 29 at 7:30 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be offered by Rev Father Petter Duggan Wednesday, July 30 at 11 a.m. in St. Joachim's Catholic Church. Burial will follow in Lummi Reservation Cemetery.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 28 Jul 1975) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JEFFERSON, John B. Jr. - A prayer service for John B. Jefferson Jr. of Bellingham will be at 7 p.m. Thursday at Wex Li Em Community Center on the Lummi Reservation. A funeral service will be at 10 a.m. Friday at the center, with Virginia Sampson of the Indian Shaker Church officiating. Burial will follow at Lummi Nation Cemetery. John died while swimming at Whatcom Falls Park on Saturday, July 15, 2000. He was 12. Born July 25, 1987, to Cyndy Lane and John Jefferson Sr. in Whatcom County, he lived with his aunt Carol George and her fiancee, Shawn Muir, and his cousin Ed George. John was a seventh-grade student at Kulshan Middle School. He enjoyed fishing, basketball and camping. He earned a green belt in tae kwon do. His grandmother, Norma Jefferson, died in 1988. His grandfathers Francis Jefferson and Virgil Lane also died previously. Survivors include his aunt, her fiancee and his cousin, all of Bellingham parents of Lummi Reservation sisters Ashley Eriones of Bellingham and Rema Lane Willis and Delores Lane, both of Seattle brothers Anthony Lane of Bellingham and Jamie Jefferson of Marysville grandmother Janet Lane of Lummi Reservation and many other relatives. Arrangements are by Moles Funeral Home of Ferndale.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 19 Jul 2000) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JEFFERSON, Julie Ann, age 78, of 4081 Lummi Shore Rd, passed away Sun. Jan. 28, 1979. Mrs. Jefferson was a lifetime resident of the Lummi Reservation and a member of St. Joachim's Catholic Church. She is survived by 2 sons; Ernest of Lummi and Anthony of B'ham. 3 daughters: Annie Charles, Dorothy Morris, both of Lummi and Ethel DeCateau of B'ham. 23 grandchildren, 63 great grandchildren, numerous other relatives. Funeral arrangements are pending at Moles Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 29 Jan 1979) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JEFFERSON, Levi Jr. - Born April 15, 1975, Levi passed away peacefully at his family's home Thursday, February 2, 2006. Levi was preceded in death by his great-great-grand mother, Aurelia (Balch) Celestine, and great-grandmothers Sadie (Celestine) Jones and Vera (Oswalt) Cratsenberg. Levi is survived by his loving parents, Levi and Juli (Cratsenberg) Jefferson, Sr.; sister Michelle Jefferson; brother Daniel Jefferson; grandfather Gabriel Jefferson; grandparents Bonnie and Allen Cratsenberg and Rena and Wayne Ballew; partner Lorita Tom, her daughters Casie and Lindsey Greene and her granddaughters Rian Raeann and Amiya; and numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins. Levi was a member of the Lummi Nation. A lifelong commercial fisherman, he started fishing at the age of 8 and fished in Washington, Alaska and California. He loved the outdoors, especially being out on the waters. Levi was a very loving and honorable man. His eyes that twinkled bright, loved children: he was a protector of the young and the elders alike. Levi was a canoe paddler on Lummi's Lady Rose and Autumn Rose canoe teams. Prayer services will be held at the Lummi Nation Wexliem Community Center on Sunday, February 5, at 6:00 p.m. and Holy Mass services on Monday, February 6, 2006, at 10:00 a.m. with Father Vu officiating. We must be willing to let go of the life we have planned so as to have the life that is waiting for us. Moles Family Funeral Home & Cremation Service.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 6 Feb 2006) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JEFFERSON, Marian Kelly (XWIY'ZTIE), age 68 of Bellingham, died Monday, March 31, 1997. She is survived by her husband of fifty years Leonard P. Jefferson Sr.; sons Angelo Jefferson, Leonard Jefferson Jr. both of Ferndale, Victor Jefferson, Richard Jefferson both of Bellingham, Joseph Jefferson, Marshall Jefferson both of Palm Springs, CA, Phillip Jefferson of Bellingham; daughters Angela Jefferson, Denise James both of Bellingham, Rebecca Jefferson of Ferndale, Lynette Jefferson of Palm Springs, Regina Tom of Ferndale, Theresa Jefferson of Billings, MT; sister Ruth Solomon of Bellingham; brothers Ron Morris, Ray Morris, Tom Morris, Leo Morris all of Bellingham. She was preceded in death by her parents,and twin sons Don and John. Mrs. Jefferson was born on July 28, 1928 in Dericghe, B.C. to James and Lottie (McGinnis) Kelly. She was a member of the American Legion Auxiliary; numerous educational boards and committees including the Lummi District Advisory Committee; a member of St. Joachim Catholic Church where she was a member of the Pastoral Council and the Tri-Parish Board. She was a chemical dependency and family counselor. A Vigil Service will be held Thursday, April 3, 1997, 10:00 a.m. both at the Lummi Community Building with Fr. Tim Sauer officiating. Burial will follow at the Lummi Reservation Cemetery. Arrangements by Moles Funeral Home, 2039 Main Street, Ferndale.

JEFFERSON, Mary Catherine - With Father William Brian, of Ferndale, officiating, funeral rites for Mrs. Mary Catherine Jefferson, who died Tuesday evening (March 3, 1936) at her home on Lummi reservation, aged 79 years, will be held at St. Joachim's Catholic church on the reservation Saturday at 9 a.m. Burial will follow in the reservation cemetery under the direction of the Monroe mortuary, Ferndale. Mrs. Jefferson is survived by one daughter, Maria Thomas, Bellingham; seven sons, Benedict, Angelo, James, Simon, Edward, Francis and David Jefferson; four grandchildren and one great-grandchild. She was the widow of the late Thomas Jefferson, widely-known Lummi Indian.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 5 Mar 1936) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JEFFERSON, Matilda, age 71, of Beach Star Route, passed away at a Seattle hospital Friday, May 11, (1931) following a lingering illness. Mrs. Jefferson had been a resident of the Lummi Reservation her entire life. Surviving relatives include a son, Francis, of Beach Star Route; three daughters Mrs. Clarence Phair and Mrs. Mary Ann Howe, both of Beach Star Route, and Mrs. Edward Jefferson of Route 3, Ferndale. Rosary will be said Monday, May 14, at 8 p.m. within the Chapel of the Monroe Mortuary in Ferndale. Mass will be said within the St. Joachims Church, Tuesday, May 15, at 10 a.m. with the Rev. Fr. James Buck officiating. Interment in the Lummi Cemetery.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 13 May 1931) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JEFFERSON, Michael Dale, age 75, of Bellingham, passed away Friday, September 26, 2008, in Seattle. He was born July 2, 1933 in Bellingham to David and Isabelle (Barr) Jefferson. Mike will be remembered for his independence and hard work. He had several occupations over the years, which included logging, commercial fishing, welder and bus driver. Mike enjoyed hunting and fishing and his dearly loved dogs J-Lo and Bandito. Most of all he enjoyed spending time with his family. He is preceded in death by his parents; grandparents; 3 children; 3 grandchildren; 4 brothers, and 1 sister. He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Verna May Hoskins Jefferson; brother Gabriel G. Jefferson; children; Delfred Jefferson Sr., Anna Daniels, Dora Jefferson, Tina James and Mike Kurtz; 28 grandchildren; 27 great grandchildren; 4 great-great grandchildren, and numerous cousins, nieces and nephews. A Prayer Service was held Monday, September 29, at 6:00 p.m. at Wexliem. A Funeral Mass will be held Tuesday, September 30, at 10:00 a.m. also at Wexliem. Moles Family Funeral Homes & Crematory – Ferndale.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 30 Sep 2008) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JEFFERSON, Norma A. - Prayer services for Norma A. Jefferson, 69, an assistant minister of the Lummi Indian Shaker Church, will be at 7:30 p.m. Thursday at the Lummi Neighborhood facility. A funeral will be at 10 a.m. Friday at the same location with Marcus Sloan officiating. Burial will be at Lummi Cemetery. Mrs. Jefferson, 4035 Lummi Shore Road, Bellingham, died Monday (April 4, 1988) in Bellingham. Born April 28, 1918, in Duncan, B.C., she was a Whatcom County resident for 53 years. Aside from being active in civic affairs, she was a teacher's aide for five years in Ferndale public schools. Survivors include husband Francis L. Jefferson of the family home; eight children, Patricia LaClair, Norman Jefferson, Norma "Ruby" Boome, Carol George, Michael Jefferson, Dana Jefferson, William "Poncho" Jefferson and John B. Jefferson, all of Bellingham; four sisters, Ramona Williams, Louise Underwood and Jamie Thorne, all of Duncan, and Audrey Sampson of Sannish, B.C.; two brothers, Mike Underwood of Sidney, B.C. and Glen Underwood of Vancouver, B.C.; 27 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; and numerous other relatives. Arrangements are by Moles Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 6 Apr 1988) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JEFFERSON, Norma C., 18, of 2117 New St., died Saturday (Jan. 2, 1988) in Bellingham. She was born Oct. 27, 1969, in Bellingham and had lived in Whatcom County all of her life. She was a member of the Lummi Indian Shaker Church. She is survived by a daughter, Kristeena Jefferson of Bellingham; her father, Norman Jefferson of Bellingham; her mother, Marilyn Fornsby of Bellingham; a stepfather, Richard Fornsby of Bellingham; two sisters, Janet and Jennifer Jefferson of Bellingham; a stepsister, Elizabeth Fornsby of Bellingham; a brother, Timothy Jefferson of Bellingham; six stepbrothers, Warren, Rich and Randy Fornsby of LaConner, Ray and John Fornsby of Bellingham, and Pete Tom Jr. of Everson; grandparents, Frank and Norma Jefferson of Lummi Indian Reservation, and Robert George Sr. of Bellingham; a great-great-grandmother, Emma Smith of Lummi Indian Reservation; and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. Prayer services will be at 7 p.m. Tuesday in the Lummi Indian Shaker Church. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the church, with Marcus Sloan officiating. Burial will be in Lummi Reservation Cemetery. Arrangements are by Moles Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 4 Jan 1988) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JEFFERSON, Robert William, Sr. of Bellingham died Thursday, December 31, 1998. He was seventy-seven. Mr. Jefferson was born July 9, 1921, in Bellingham to Angelo and Helena (Lane) Jefferson. He attended the Lummi Day School, and was a fisherman at the Lummi Fishing Village. During WWII he served in the U.S. Navy and was a member of the American Legion Post #33 of Lummi. Some of his favorite pastimes were bingo, fishing, clam digging, playing cards, and watching powwows as his kids and grandkids danced and drummed. Mr. Jefferson is survived by his wife Joyce (Simmons) Jefferson, daughters and sons-in-law, Joy and Jon Davis of Ferndale, Marilyn and James George of Ferndale, Janice and Jack Benson of Bellingham; son Fred Jefferson and friend Rose Olney of Bellingham, sons and daughters-in-law Charles and Julie Jefferson of Bellingham, Russell and Alma Jefferson of Bellingham; twenty-one grandchildren; thirteen great-grandchildren; brothers Leonard Jefferson Sr, of Ferndale, Bonnie Jefferson of Ferndale, Ralph Jefferson of Ferndale; sisters Mary Helen Cagey of Lummi, Stella Phair of Lummi, Theresa Galessi of Bellingham, Rose Lawrence of Bellingham. He was preceded in death by sons, Robert W. Jefferson Jr., Adrian Jefferson; parents Helena and Angelo Jefferson; sister Gertrude Jefferson Washington; brothers Angelo Jefferson and Bert Jefferson. Rosary Service, Sunday, January 3, 1999, 7 p.m. at Wexliem Funeral Mass Monday, January 4, 1999, 10 a.m. also at Wexliem with the Reverend Tim Sauer officiating. Graveside Service at Lummi Nation Cemetery. Military Honors by American Legion pose #33 of Lummi. Arrangements by Moles Funeral Home, Ferndale.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 6 Jan 1999) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JEFFERSON, Theresa Jolene, youngest daughter of Leonard Patrick and Marian (Kelly) Jefferson was born April 14, 1960, in Bellingham, Washington. She passed away Saturday, September 5, 2009, in Harborview Hospital, Seattle, Washington with her children, brothers, sisters, and close loved ones at her side. Theresa was known for her loving, quiet, and generous nature and was always quick to forgive. Her children were the loves of her life. She especially enjoyed caring for all children, particularly her many nieces and nephews. She helped raise her brother Marshall's children, Marlaneh and Miriah. She was a talented artist, who liked to do Native printmaking and embellishing her clothing with frills and lace. For Theresa, there was no yesterday, and no tomorrow. She had that child-like ability to live in the moment with love. She was preceded in death by her parents; two brothers, Don and John; grandparents, Angelo, Sr. and Helena (Lane) Jefferson, and James and Lottie (McInnis) Kelly; niece, Diane Marie Ballew; and grand-nephew, Dominic Lyle Wright. She is survived by her children, daughter, Lena Theresa Buck and son, Frank Angelo Buck; brothers, Angelo (Cathy), Leonard (Doris), Victor Jefferson, Richard (Heather), Joseph (Veronica), Phillip (April), and Marshall; sisters, Angela Jefferson, Denise James, Rebecca Jefferson, Lynnette Jefferson, and Regina Tom (Francis); and numerous nieces and nephews. A Prayer Service will be held Thursday, September 10, at 6:00 p.m. A Funeral Mass will be on Friday, September 11, at 10:30 a.m. Both services will be held at Wexliem Community Building. Moles Family Funeral Homes & Crematory – Ferndale.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 10 Sep 2009) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JEFFERSON, Thomas, 79, prominent Lummi Indian, died at his home on the Lummi reservation Saturday (Oct. 7, 1933). He is survived by the widow, Mrs. Mary Jefferson; seven sons, Ben, Angelo, James, Simon, Edward, Francis and David; one daughter, Mrs. Andrew Thomas; thirty-two grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Funeral services will be announced by the Monroe mortuary of Ferndale.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 9 Oct 1933) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JEFFERSON, Thomas "T.J.", 20 a lifetime resident of the Lummi reservation, died Monday (Aug. 4, 1980) from injuries received in an automobile accident. He was born December 22, 1959, in Bellingham. He is survived by his wife, Lois, his parents, two brothers, two sisters, his grandmother and great-grandparents. Joint vigil services will be held for Jefferson and David Solomon at 7:30 p.m. Friday at Moles Funeral Chapel. Mass of Christian Burial will be offered by Father Philip Bloom at 10 a.m. Saturday at St. Joachim's Catholic Church. Burial will follow in Lummi Reservation Cemetery.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 6 Aug 1980) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JEFFERSON, Thomas Keith - A prayer service for Thomas Keith "Coyote" Jefferson of Bellingham will be at 7 p.m. Monday at Wex li em, Lummi Community Center. A funeral will be at 10 a.m. Tuesday at Wex li em. Mr. Jefferson died Thursday, March 12, 1998, in Seattle. He was 70. Born June 13, 1927, to David and Isabelle Barr Jefferson on the Lummi Reservation, he was a lifelong Whatcom County resident. He served in the U.S. Army Air Corps during World War II. Mr. Jefferson worked as a commercial fisher, logger and construction worker and attended Chief Cornerstone Church. He was preceded in death by granddaughter Natasha Phair. Survivors include his wife Yvonne Moore Jefferson of Bellingham; daughters Teresa Jefferson and Joni Martinez, both of Lummi; stepdaughter Jeanine Miller of Klamath Falls, Ore.; stepson Erwin Miller Jr. of Klamath Falls; brothers James Jefferson Sr., Dale Jefferson and Gale Jefferson, all of Lummi; seven grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and many other relatives. Arrangements are by Moles Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 14 Mar 1998) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JEFFERSON, Timothy John of Lummi Nation passed away on Friday, April 22, 2005. He was 34 years old. Timothy was born in Bellingham on February 26, 1971. He enjoyed spending time with family and friends in Seattle. Timothy was preceded in death by his grandparents, Frank and Norma Jefferson; sisters Norma and Marilyn; and brothers Norman and Gerald Jefferson. He is survived by his parents Norman Jefferson and Marilyn George; stepfather Pete Fornsby; sisters Janet, Jennifer and Kristeena Jefferson; nephews Victor, Jeffrey, Daryl and Ryan James; special friends Debbie Okon, Howard Hale, Danial Papp and Dion Ovi. A Rosary Service will be held on Tuesday, April 26, 2005 at 7 p.m. and a Funeral Service is scheduled for Wednesday, April 27, 2005 at 10 a.m., both at the Lummi Shaker Church, with Judy George and John Ca You officiating. Burial will follow the Funeral Service at Lummi Cemetery. Ferndale|Moles Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 26 Apr 2005) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JEFFERSON, William David, Sr. age 42, 2690 Salmon Road, Bellingham, passed away in the hospital in Bellingham, Wednesday July 13, 1994. He was born August 27, 1951 in Bellingham to Michael and Verna Hoskin Jefferson. William married Celeste Scarborough on the reservation on August 20, 1977. He was a commercial fisherman and also was employed as a chef at the Lummi Casino. His interests were baseball, boxing, playing pool and cooking. He was preceded in death by a brother Thomas Jade Jefferson in August 1980 and by a sister Michella Marie Jefferson in Jun 1969. Surviving him are his wife Celeste "Ness" Jefferson of the family home; daughters Michella Shaneen Jefferson and Niki Jo Jefferson, sons William David Jefferson, Jr. and Harold Steven Jefferson, all of the family home; parents Michael Dale and Verna May Jefferson, a brother Delferd Jefferson, Sr., sisters Anna Rose Jefferson and Dora Joan Jefferson, aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews all of the Lummi Reservation. Vigil Services will be led by Vernon Lane, Sunday, July 17, 7 p.m. and Funeral Mass will be offered by Fr. Brian McGovern on Monday, July 18, 10:30 a.m., both services at the Lummi Neighborhood Facility. Burial Lummi Reservation Cemetery. Arrangements by Moles Funeral Home, Ferndale.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 16 Jul 1994) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JEFFERY, Daisy - Blaine resident Daisy Carolyn Jeffery, 71, died Wednesday, Aug. 26, 1992, in Blaine. Private graveside services will be today at Greenacres Memorial Park. A memorial service was scheduled for 11 a.m. today at Christ Episcopal Church, Blaine, with the Rev. Ron Reddell officiating. She was born Nov. 8, 1920, to Phillip and Christina (Morris) Quattrone in Salamanca, NY. She was the oldest of seven siblings. In October 1949, she married Joseph W. Jeffery. They and their two children moved to Blaine in 1954. Mrs. Jeffery was an active square-dancer who enjoyed teaching others to dance. She also loved to knit, sew, garden and cook. She was a member of Christ Episcopal Church of Blaine. She is survived by her husband, Joseph Jeffery, of Blaine; son John Ostricker of Bellingham; daughter Charlene Dyvig of Woodinville; seven grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; one brother; four sisters; and numerous nieces and nephews. Arrangements are by Moles Funeral Home, Ferndale.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 28 Aug 1992) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JEFFERY, Hugh, age 81 years, passed at a local hospital Monday, June 24, (1946). Mr. Jeffery came to Bellingham about ten years ago and was a member of the Episcopal Church. He is survived by his widow, Mrs. Gertrude M. Jeffery and one daughter, Mrs. William Keyes, of Bellingham. The remains were at the funeral home of Harlow-Hollingswoth where private services were conducted by Canon E. B. Smith, Tuesday, June 25, at 10:30 a.m. Cremation.

JEFFRIES, Phyllis Ordish, 83, 1509 E. Victor St., died Sunday (Nov. 27, 1988). Mrs. Jeffries was born May 6, 1905 in Gresley, England, and had lived in Bellingham since 1921. Her husband, Herbert "Mickey" Jeffries died in 1966. Mrs. Jeffries was a homemaker and a member of the Elks Club until 1966. She is survived by two sisters, Ethel Vahlbusch of Sedro-Woolley and Lillian Case of Long Beach, Wash.; and numerous nieces and nephews. Arrangements are by the Whatcom Cremation Association.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 29 Nov 1988) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JENISON, Matthew Lorne, age 32, of Blaine, WA, died March 2, 1997. Born August 20, 1965 in California, he is survived by his wife Robin Jenison and two daughters, Leighza Jenison and Brianna Jenison of the family home. A Memorial Service will be held on March 11, 1997, 6:00 p.m. at 2550 Thornton Rd., Ferndale, WA.

JENKINS, Andrew Robert - Visitation for Andrew Robert Jenkins of Lynden will be from 2 to 4 p.m. today at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Lynden, followed by a vigil service at 4 p.m. A funeral Mass will be at 10 a.m. Monday, also at St. Joseph Catholic Church. Mr. Jenkins died Wednesday, Nov. 18 1998, in Lynden. He was 19. He was born on March 4, 1979, in Bellingham to Charles and Mary (Howell) Jenkins Jr. He had served as an armorist in the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve and strongly believed in and lived the military code of honor. Mr. Jenkins was attending Whatcom Community College and planned a career in law enforcement or undercover security. He was employed as a security guard at Target Stores in Bellingham and Burlington. He was a 15-year member of St. Joseph Catholic Church in Ferndale. His interests included helping underprivileged children through the Angel Tree program, playing soccer with his brother, pranks, looking for harmless trouble, going to the movies or having fun with his girlfriend Jessie and friends. He loved riding his motorcycle, hunting, shooting and the outdoors. he loved wrestling, including his involvement with the Cub Wrestling Program at Lynden High School. Survivors include his parents Charles and Mary Jenkins of Lynden; brothers Charles Jenkins III of Ferndale and James Jenkins and Patrick Jenkins, both of Lynden; grandparents Don and Barbara Howell of Forks and Charles and Carol Jenkins of Birch Bay; great-grandmother Clara Howell of Port Angeles; one niece and one nephew; and numerous other relatives.

JENKINS, Arthur LeRoy, of Everson, Wash., passed away March 17, 1976 in a Bellingham hospital. Arthur was born June 18, 1898 to Mr. and Mrs. Lemuel Jenkins near Deshler, Ohio. In 1910 he moved with his parents near Hazelton, N. Dakota, where he lived till 1927 when he and a sister, Martha moved to Waterford, Calif. In 1929 he married Ruth Hylton. Several years later he moved to Maple Falls, Wash. He leaves to mourn 2 sons, Ernest and Clarence Hylton from Southern California; 5 sisters, Mable Wengel of Jamestown, N. Dakota; Martha Basart, Spokane; Lucille Goodson and Mildred Coleman of Modesto, Calif; Jessie Buck of Linton, N. Dakota; 2 brothers, John of Sumas and Donald of Kent; several nieces and nephews and a host of friends. Those who preceded him in death were his wife who passed away March 3, 1976, his parents and a sister, Cora Basart. He was a member of the Nooksack Assembly of God Church. Funeral services Monday, March 22 at 10:30 a.m., Nooksack Assembly of God Church with Rev. Coral Hammond officiating. Interment Greenacres Memorial Park. Arrangements by Jones Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 21 Mar 1976) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JENKINS, Delsie E., age 71 of 2505 Park St, passed away Tuesday, June 22, (1976). She had been a resident since 1936. Survived by her husband, Harvey N.; 3 sons, Jerry, Donald, both City and Mervin, Thousand Oaks, Calif.; 2 daughters, Mrs. Wanda Lou Williams, Pasco and Miss Kay Rae Jenkins, at home; 14 grandchildren, 2 great- grandchildren, 6 brothers, H. Clarence, Therman and Errol mauler, all of Bellingham, Wayne Mauler of Ferndale and Ruemont Mauler, Vancouver, Wash., Huck mauler of Hamit, Calif.; 3 sisters, Mrs. Viola Munger of Alliame (sic), Neb., Mrs. Eloise Kayton and Miss Evelyn Mauler, both of Bellingham, many nieces, nephews and other relatives. Funeral services will be conducted Friday, June 25 at 10:30 a.m. within the Chapel of the Westford Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 24 Jun 1976) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JENKINS, Edna, who resided at 3213 Valette Street, passed away in a local hospital Sat., Sept. 6, 1980 at the age of 64. She was a nurses aide and cook in local nursing homes. She leaves to survive 2 sons, Charles Zinn of Bellingham; Raymond Zinn of Nooksack; 1 daughter Virginia Elsberry of Nooksack; 1 sister Clara Kizor and 1 brother Clyde Payne, both of Ohio; 11 grandchildren, 4 great grandchildren. Graveside services will be held Wed., Sept. 10 at 10 a.m. in Woodlawn Cemetery, under the direction of Veroske, Jerns & LeVeck Funeral Chapel.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 9 Sep 1980) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JENKINS, Harry Stanley, Lt. Col. "Stan" (Ret.) Passed away April 4, 2005 in Nacogdoches, Texas. He was born November 6, 1921 in Bellingham to Harry and Ferne (Pratt) Jenkins. He attended Bellingham High School and then joined the Army in 1938. After serving in WWII and the Korean War, he returned to Bellingham area where he spent a few years on the police force. He later retired from Fitzsimmons General Hospital in Colorado. He is preceded in death by his parents; daughter Sandra; and brother J. David Jenkins. Stan is survived by his sister Phyllis Weisenburger; sister-in-law Virginia Jenkins; grandchildren Perry Willard of Anchorage and Jeffrey Willard of Oahu, HI; two great-granddaughters; and many nieces and nephews. Stan will be buried at Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery.

JENKINS, Harvey N. - The funeral for Harvey N. Jenkins of 2505 Park St., will be at 10 a.m. Thursday in the chapel at Westford Funeral Home, 1300 Broadway. The Rev. Jim Lee will officiate. Burial will follow in Greenacres Memorial Park. Mr. Jenkins, 85, died Sunday, Feb. 16, 1992, in Bellingham. He was born June 30, 1906 in Carney (sic), Neb. to Elwood and Goldie Bennett Jenkins. He married Delsie Mauler in 1925 in Nebraska. They moved to Whatcom County in 1936. She died in 1976. Mr. Jenkins was the proprietor of J & N Auto Clinic, which he operated for many years before his retirement in 1973. Survivors include his sons Jerry L. Jenkins and Donald E. Jenkins, both of Bellingham, and Mervyn Jenkins of Thousand Oaks, Calif.; daughters Wanda Williams of Kennewick and Kae Rae Jenkins of the family home; 14 grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. Arrangements are by Westford Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 19 Feb 1992) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JENKINS, Leona Ruth, age 73, of Route 2, Everson, passed away March 3, (1976). A Whatcom County resident for the past 25 years, Mrs. Jenkins was a member of the Assembly of God Church.. Surviving husband Arthur; 2 sons, Ernest Hylton of Bellflower, Calif. and Clarence Hylton of Ventura, Calif.; 7 grandchildren, 5 great-grandchildren; 1 brother, William Dinsmore of Bandon, Oregon; 2 sisters, Mrs. Martha Annie Hartman of Windsor, Calif. and Mrs. Leatha Davis of Modesto, Calif. Funeral services Monday, March 8 at 10:30 a.m., Nooksack Assembly of God Church with Rev. Coral Hammond officiating. Interment Greenacres Memorial Park. Arrangements by Jones Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 7 Mar 1976) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JENKINS, Will D. "Bob" of Rockport died Friday, Oct. 17, 1997, at Skagit Valley Convalescent Center in Sedro-Woolley. He was 98. Born July 30, 1899, in Olympia to D. C. and Mabel Rice Jenkins, he grew up in Whatcom County and served with the U.S. Navy during World War II. Mr. Jenkins worked as a reporter in radio and for The Bellingham Herald and the Vancouver Sun. He later worked for the state Department of Labor and Industries in Bellingham. After his retirement, he homesteaded in Chiloetin, B.C., until 1986, when he moved to Coupeville. He moved to Rockport four years ago. Mr. Jenkins wrote three books: "Last Frontier in the North Cascades," "Tales of the Wild Upper Skagit" and "40 years in the Chiloetin." He was preceded in death by his wife, Mildred, in 1991. Survivors include sons Chuck Jenkins of Rockport and Bill Jenkins of the Philippines, five grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Cremation arrangements are by Lemley Chapel, Sedro-Woolley.

JENKINS, Wilma passed on in the family home in Rockport, Washington (Feb. 16, 2007). Wilma was born to Marion Edwards George; she was raised by her grandparents (Emma Tom, and Leo Edwards) whom she knew as mom and dad. Enrolled in Samish Tribe but later enrolled Lummi Nation. Thru out the 40 years married to Sydney "Chuck" Jenkins, she learned to hunt with Chuck and their hound dogs. One of her first prize shots was a huge cougar from tip of his nose to the tip of his tail he was over seven feet long and over three feet high. Wilma earned a certificate in cosmetology but left the career to pursue traveling as the cook for the many packing trips with mules and horses up and down the mountains. She enjoyed knitting making her own sweaters while Chuck made deer antler buttons for her. She also enjoyed making baskets. She had a passion for playing music, by strumming ole time bluegrass music on her guitar with Chuck playing his banjo. Wilma and Chuck grew their own vegetables where she became a professional making dill pickles, sweet pickles, Tar Heel beans. Wilma's homemade pumpkin pies were the most delicious pies around. Preceded in death by: Marion Edwards George (Mother), Ernest Olsen (Father, Vancouver Island), Emma Tom (Grandmother), Leo Edwards (Grandfather), LaVerne Edwards Hall (sister), Stella Edwards Long (Sister), Reginald Edwards (Brother), Richard Edwards (Brother). She is survived by Chuck Jenkins, brother and sister of Lummi, a brother and sister of Sequim, Washington, Sisters and brothers from Vancouver Island, British Columbia to the Interior of British Columbia. She leaves many friends of the Rockport and Concrete area. Evening Services will be Tuesday, February 20, 2007 at 7 p.m. at the Wexliem Community Center. Morning Services at Wexliem are set for Wednesday, February 21, 2007 at 10 a.m., including a visitation followed by burial at Lummi Nation Cemetery. Moles Family Funeral Home, Ferndale.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 20 Feb 2007) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JENNE, Sylvia L., 75, died Sunday (Jan. 8, 1989) in Bellingham. Mrs. Jenne was born Oct. 7, 1913, in Anacortes and lived most of her life in Whatcom County. Her husband, Walter Jenne, died earlier. Survivors include a daughter, Susan Young of Seattle; a son, Larry Jenne of Sedro-Woolley; two brothers, U.Z. White and Howard White, both of Alaska; a sister, Dorothy King of Bellingham; numerous grandchildren; and a great-grandchild. At her request, there will be no services The body will be cremated and the ashes placed at Greenacres Memorial Park. Arrangements are by Jones Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 10 Jan 1989) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JENNE, Walter A., 1415 Wilson Rd, died Sunday (May 27, 1973)at the age of 59. He was a 20-year resident of Bellingham. Mr. Jenne, employed by Whitney Fidalgo Seafood, was a member of Fairhaven Lodge 73, F & AM, the Scottish Rite bodies and the Veterans of Foreign Wars. He is survived by his widow, Sylvia; a daughter Susan Young of Great Lakes, Ill; a son Larry of Bellingham; a brother Howard of Seattle, and two grandchildren. Funeral services are pending at Jones Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 28 May 1973) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JENNINGS, Clara Dorothy, 76, of 409 York St., Apt. 1020, died Tuesday (Nov. 18, 1980). She was born April 6, 1904, in this state and had been a Bellingham resident for 34 years. She is survived by two sons, Ben Jennings and Roland Jennings both of Seattle; a daughter Betty Collins of Federal Way; eight grandchildren, a great-grandson, and three sisters, Gladys Miller, Doris Greathouse both of Bellingham and Marie Kerr of Seattle. Funeral services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Thursday at Jones Funeral Home. Interment will follow in Greenacres Memorial Park.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 19 Nov 1980) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JENNINGS, Henry, aged 50 years, passed away at a local hospital, Sunday, December 12, (1943). Mr. Jennings had resided at Van Zandt his entire lifetime and is survived by his mother, Mrs. Clara Jennings; one brother, Irving Jennings at the family home at Van Zandt. The remains are at the funeral home of Harlow-Hollingsworth where services will be conducted by the Rev. John King Mitchell, Wednesday, December 15, at 1:30 p.m. Final resting place, Van Zandt Cemetery.

JENSEN, Anne Marie, age 91, passed away Sat., March 15, 2003 in Snohomish. She was born on April 25, 1911 in Belkofski, AK to Edwin and Mary (Armsworthy) Larsen. Anne was the second eldest and last survivor of her five brothers and two sisters. Anne married Joseph Jensen May 28, 1929 and they celebrated 53 years together. They were active in the Custer Methodist Church for many years, and enjoyed traveling and entertaining relatives and friends. Joe preceded her in death in Dec. of 1982. Prior to retirement Anne had been employed at Alaska Packers in Blaine, St. Joseph Hospital in Bellingham and Stafholt Good Samaritan Center in Blaine. Anne is survived by daughter Charlotte Taylor of Tacoma, twin sons Doyle (Carolyn) Jensen of Fall City, Dale (Lorelie) Jensen of Snohomish, daughter, JoAnn (Mel) Christianson of Snohomish, numerous grandchildren, great-grand-children, nieces, nephews, sisters-in-law Ted Harriman and Mary Jensen. Visitation will be at Ferndale|Moles Funeral Home, Wed., March 19th, from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. A graveside service will be held at Enterprise Cemetery, Ferndale, Thurs., Mar. 20th at 1:00 p.m. followed by a 2:00 p.m., memorial service at Custer United Methodist Church, 2996 Main St. with Rev. Marvin Maddux officiating. Arrangements by Ferndale| Moles Funeral Home & Cremation Service.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 19 Mar 2003) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JENSEN, Berdella Mae, age 72 of 3289 Bay Road, Ferndale, passed away Tuesday, July 21, 1981. Mrs. Jensen was a life time resident of the Custer community; a member of the Custer United Methodist Church; and the Trowel and Treasure Garden Club of Custer. She is survived by a daughter and son-in-law, Joyce and Vince Blowers of Kent; a sister, Violet Lewis of Seattle; 4 grandchildren, Michael of Sacramento, California; Craig, Jodel, and Josely, all of Kent. Memorial services will be conducted by Rev. Geoff Piper Friday, July 24 at 4 p.m. in the Custer United Methodist Church. Private family graveside services will be held in Enterprise Cemetery Friday, July 24, under the direction of Moles Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 23 Jul 1981) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JENSEN, Bonnie B. - Memorial services for Bonnie B. Jensen, 71, 1931 Mosier Lane, Ferndale, will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday at United Church of Ferndale, with the Rev. Dick Wyanski officiating. Family graveside services also will be Wednesday at Woodlawn Cemetery. Mrs. Jensen, a lifetime Ferndale resident, died Saturday. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. today and from 9 to 11:30 a.m. Wednesday at Moles Funeral Home. Mrs. Jensen was born June 15, 1915, in Ferndale. She was a member of United Church of Ferndale and of the women's fellowship there. She also was a Lady Lion and a member of the Tillicum Club. Survivors include her mother, Mabel D. Mosier of Ferndale; three sons, Richard M. Jensen and Steven H. Jensen of Ferndale and Stanley T. Jensen of Lynden; and nine grandchildren.
(Fro, The Bellingham Herald 25 Nov 1986) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JENSEN, Carl E., a lifelong resident of Ferndale, passed away on Thursday, Nov. 15, 2001. He was 81. Born on the family farm off Paradise Road in Ferndale, Carl was a son of Walter Jensen and Caroline Louisa Baer, descendants of the William Baer family, settlers to Ferndale in 1878. Carl attended the Ferndale schools. After serving in the U.S. Army from 1942 to 1944, Carl received an honorable discharge. He was then employed in construction with local unions and he also worked in Alaska. Carl enjoyed hunting, motorcycles and attending rallies in Sturgis, S.D., until 1996. He was a member of the Lynden Pioneer Museum and the American Legion. He is survived by a daughter, Carleen Haber of Burlington; a son, Lonny Jensen of Bellingham; three grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren; a sister, Elsie Strey of Tucson, Ariz.; numerous nieces, nephews and cousins; a lifelong friend, Ron Roesell; and a devoted friend, Leroy Snyder of Burlington. Besides his parents, Carl was predeceased by three sisters and a brother. A graveside service was held Monday at Woodlawn Cemetery of Ferndale. Arrangements were by Moles Funeral Home and Cremation Service of Ferndale.

JENSEN, Carmen D., 66, of 2801 Ellis St., Bellingham, died Sunday, May 1, 1994. A funeral will be at 1 p.m. Thursday at Jones-Moles Funeral Home with the Rev. Dick Talley officiating. Burial will be in Greenacres Memorial Park. Born Aug. 4, 1927 to Cecil and Hanley Belle Short Markwood in Bellingham, she was a Bellingham resident all her life. She graduated from Bellingham High School. She married Richard Jensen Sept. 30, 1948 in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho. Mrs. Jensen was a member of First Christian Church and sang in the choir. She loved camping, sewing and reading. She also loved to do things for her friends and family. Survivors include her husband of the family home; daughter Lonnie Segel of Ferndale; brothers Wally Markwood and Darrell Markwood, both of Bellingham; sisters Berdine Westman of Birch Bay and Wilhelmine VanLuven of Olympia; grandchildren Thomas Segel Jr. of New York state and Michelle Kirner, Scott Segel and Jeff Segel, all of Bellingham; and three great-grandchildren.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 3 May 1994) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JENSEN, Donald Ray, the son of Hans and Josie Talmage Jensen, was born on the family farm on October 22, 1933 and died peacefully in his home on Friday, February 23, 2007. Don attended Custer Elementary School and graduated from Ferndale High School with the class of 1951. He served in the U.S. Army from 1953 through 1955; stationed in Korea and Japan. He returned to Custer after the completion of his military service to take over the operation of the family dairy until his retirement in 1995. In September 2005, just one month after Don and his wife Judy took the first steps toward preserving 23 forested acres of their farm, Don was diagnosed with Meyelodysplastic Syndrome. Through the Whatcom Land Trust, a Conservation Easement was signed, protecting this land from development and the Whatcom County Parks & Recreation Preserve – Jensen Family Forest Park was created. Don's family is grateful that he enjoyed an eight month remission and was able to see the completion of the park and enjoy the October 20, 2006 Grand Opening. Don was an enthusiastic member of the "crew" at the antique steam powered sawmill at the Whatcom County Antique Tractor Association site at Berthusen Park. He possessed a keen interest in Northwest history, especially Whatcom County; he collected and enjoyed reading books on this subject. Attending Ferndale High School football games was another joy in his life in retirement. Don was a hard working, mild mannered man who made friends easily and will be remembered for his incredible smile. Don is survived by his wife Judy; three daughters, Jeanette (Randy), Jolene (Kenny) and Jerilyn (Kirk); four grandchildren, Jeremy Hayes of Portland, Katherine and Jillian Smith of West Seattle and John Elder of Lynnwood; also his sister, Alta Zinza of SeaTac. He was preceded in death by sister Esther Poggioli and brother Ernest Jensen. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, March 3 at the Custer United Methodist Church at 11 a.m.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 28 Feb 2007) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JENSEN, Eithal, age 80, of 4315 Guide Meridian, passed away Sat. March 12, (1983). Mrs. Jensen had resided in Bellingham for the past 42 years, and was associated with the Jehovah's Witnesses. She leaves to survive 2 daughters, Twyla Hobart and Mrs. Virginia Janitscheck both of this city; 5 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; a brother, Floyd McNair of Spencer, Neb. and a sister, Florence Mlinar of Atkinson, Neb. Funeral services will be conducted Tues., March 15 at 10:30 a.m. in the Chapel of the Westford Funeral Home with Charles E. Hobart officiating. Interment Greenacres.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 14 Mar 1983) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

Han Martin Jensen, 88, and wife Lurline (Wayman) Jensen, 86, passed away on Thursday, June 8, 2006, in Bellingham. Lurline was born in Hoquiam, WA, and graduated from Hoquiam High School, where she represented her school as an accomplished tennis player. After 2 years of business school, she moved to Tacoma to work in an airplane parts distribution company. She met Martin and married him on September 29, 1945. Martin was born to Danish immigrants in Vancouver, WA, where he grew up on a farm in the Lakeshore area. He graduated from Vancouver High School and from Washington State Univ. in 1947. Martin was an avid Cougars fan. He served his country during WWII with the Army Air Corps. Martin and Lurline shared a deep love of their children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. They were committed members of Grace Baptist Church and enjoyed sharing their faith in Christ. Lurline excelled as a homemaker, Sunday School teacher, and a part time bookkeeper. Both Martin and Lurline cultivated a warm and hospitable home. After Martin graduated from WSU, he and Lurline moved back to Vancouver, where he worked for a short time for his brother-in-law. While in Clark County, Martin was hired as a Dairy Extension Agent for WSU, then for Kitsap County for several years. In 1962, he transferred to Whatcom County's Extension office. After retirement, Martin worked for Elenbaas Feed and Whatcom Farmers Co-op. Martin enjoyed woodworking and he constructed many items for his family and friends. Martin was preceded in death by his brothers: Arthur, Harold and Walter, and sisters: Marie and Lillian. Lurline was preceded in death by her brothers: Jim, Robert, Carroll, and Guy, Jr.; and sisters: Hester, Elizabeth and Kathleen. They are survived by their 4 daughters: Susan and husband Byron Lenssen of Lynden, Sandra and husband Kent Abendroth of Spokane, Barbara and husband Steve Crawford of Mount Vernon, and Linda and husband Evan Horner of Quincy, IL; 10 grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren, with 2 more on the way; and numerous nieces and nephews. A Memorial Service will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Monday, June 12th, at the Grace Baptist Church, 3920 James St., Bellingham. A private family graveside service will be held at Greenacres Memorial Park. Moles Family Funeral Home & Cremation Bayview Chapel-Bellingham.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 11 Jun 2006) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JENSEN, Helen Ingrid - A funeral service for Helen Ingrid (Brudwick) Jensen of Ferndale will be at 2 p.m. Monday at Zion Lutheran Church in Ferndale, with the Rev. Joanne Pearson officiating. Burial will be in Enterprise Cemetery in Ferndale. Mrs. Jensen died Wednesday, Feb. 21, 2001, in Bellingham. She was 87. Born April 5, 1913, to Ole Johan and Anna (Steffenson) Brudwick in New Westminster, B.C., she had been a Whatcom County resident for 82 years, living most of her life in Ferndale. On Nov. 23, 1936, she married Melvin R. Jensen in Bellingham and they owned and operated Pleasant Valley Store in Birch Bay for many years. He died in 1992. She loved flower gardening. Survivors include daughter Barbara Kelln of Laurel sons Clary Jensen of Custer and Les Jensen of Wenatchee sisters Margaret Weatherby of Bellingham, Anita Adams of Surrey, B.C., and Esther Kolb of Tiline, Ky. brother Allan Brudwick of Ferndale 11 grandchildren 11 great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews and other relatives. Arrangements are by Moles Funeral Home of Ferndale.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 23 Feb 2001) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JENSEN, Janalee Joyce, 55, of Burlington passed as an angel on September 28, 2006 AD at United General Hospital in Sedro-Woolley to be with her Heavenly Father. Jan was born on March 28, 1951 in Seattle to Robert Donald and Jeanine Elizabeth (Highland) Jensen. After graduating from Pacific High School in the class of 1969, her family moved to Burlington. Jan had many pastimes, including a passion for eating chocolate, and enjoyed watching television with her cat. She especially liked watching Mariners games and Elvis Presley Movies, reading, writing letters, doing Latchwork, gardening, riding her Purple Bicycle, babysitting and socializing with many friends. With her Mother Jeannine as her partner, Jan sold Avon and delivered the Skagit Valley Herald. Jan had a sweet and giving disposition doing volunteer work. Jan touched many people's hearts; her quick smile and friendly ways are lovingly remembered. A Celebration of Jan's Life will be held Sunday, October 29, 2006 at 2 p.m. at the Burlington Community Hall. Pastor Chris Highland will be officiating.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 18 Oct 2006) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JENSEN, Jens C., age 84, Bellingham, passed away April 23, 1997 in the Christian Health Care Center of Lynden. Mr. Jensen was born February 18, 1913 in Wilbur, Washington, to Chris and Marie (Johnson) Jensen. Mr. Jensen was a lifetime member of the Skykomish Lodge No. 259 F&AM and the Automotive Machinist's Union Number 289. He worked on the steam engines in Berthusen Park and machinery in his shop at home. After his retirement he received great enjoyment out of helping those around him. His wife Myrtle Solin Jensen passed away June 20, 1995. He is survived by his two daughters, Anita and her husband Donald Vander Yacht of Bellingham and Janice and her husband Derrell Lakin of Renton; his two sisters, Elsie Layson of California and Mariane Trudell of Bremerton, WA; six grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews. A Funeral Service will be held 11:00 a.m. Friday, May 2, 1997, in the Jerns LeVeck Funeral Chapel. Visitation will be 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday and 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Friday in the Jerns LeVeck Funeral Chapel. The arrangements and services are under the direction of The Jerns LeVeck Funeral Chapel and Crematorium of Bellingham.

JENSEN, Jens Chris, age 68 years, 2800 Pacific Street, passed away at a local hospital, Saturday, November 20, (1948) following a lingering illness. Mr. Jensen had been a resident of Bellingham for the past forty-three years and was a charter member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles Bellingham Aerie No. 31. His occupation had been that of longshoreman. Surviving relatives include his widow Cornelia Jensen; two daughters, Mrs. Helen Hudson and Mrs. Louella Mueller, both of Bellingham; two sons, Willard and Howard Lambert, both of Bellingham; six sisters and one brother, all in Norway; seven grandchildren; three great-grandchildren and numerous other relatives. Funeral services will be conducted at the Bingham-Dahlquist & Jerns Funeral Home, Tuesday, November 23, at 3:30 p.m. with Rev. M. Keller officiating, followed by ritualistic services of the F.O.E. Cremation. Casketbearers will be Messrs. Mauritz Norman, Alex Tamm, A. R. Sollatz, John Rubin W. H. Williams and Andrew Pearce.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 22 Nov 1948) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JENSEN, Jens H., age 79 of 1894 Yew St., passed away Fri., Feb. 6, (1976). Mr. Jensen had been a resident of Bellingham for many years and had been a retired millwright. He leaves to survive his wife, Eithal Jensen of the family home; 2 daughters, Twyla Hobart and Mrs. Virginia Janitscheck both of Bellingham; 5 grandchildren and 7 great-grandchildren; 3 brothers, Marnius of Seattle, Ole of Richey, Montana, and Morris of Sidney, Montana. Funeral services to be held in the chapel of the Westford Funeral Home, Mon., Feb. 9 at 2:30 p.m. Interment Greenacres Memorial Park.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 8 Feb 1976) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JENSEN, John P., formerly of Bellingham, died Friday, July 25, 1997, at his home in Wasco, Ore. He was 80. A funeral was held in Wasco with burial in Wasco Sunrise Cemetery. Born Feb. 19, 1917, to Martin and Christina Smith Jensen in Port Townsend, he attended Meridian High School. Mr. Jensen worked as a carpenter before joining the U.S. Navy in 1942. He served in the SeaBees in the South Pacific during World War II, receiving a Bronze Star. Mr. Jensen married Bernice Janzen on March 5, 1948, in Blaine. He worked in heavy construction on the Grand Coulee, Bonneville, McNary, The Dalles and John Day dams and on private construction projects. He was a member of the United Brotherhood of Carpenters & Joiners of America, Rufus Grange No. 826, American Legion, Veterans of Foreign Wars, Loyal Order of Moose, Fraternal Order of Eagles and the American Bowling Congress. Mr. Jensen enjoyed watching high school sports, playing pool, pitching horseshoes and bowling. Survivors include his wife; sons Ron Jensen of Rufus, Ore., and Greg Jensen of The Dalles, Ore.; daughter Brenda Spencer of Bend, Ore.; sisters Bertha Davieau of Lynden, Lillian Galloway of Ferndale and Mae Morgan of Winters, Calif.; brother Richard Jensen of Bellingham; six grandchildren; and one great-grandchild.

JENSEN, Joseph "Joe" age 72 of 7145 Firwood Dr., Ferndale passed away Friday, December 10, 1982 in a local hospital. He was born March 14, 1910 in Seattle. He had been in the Custer community for 70 years; was a member of the Custer Methodist Church and a custodian in Custer Schools for 18 years. He is survived by his wife Anne; 2 sons, Dale and wife Lorelie of Snohomish and Doyle and wife Carolyn of Falls City; 2 daughters, Charlotte and husband Richard Taylor of Buckley and Joanne and husband Melvin Christianson of Snohomish; 2 brothers, Gearhart of Calif. and Olger of Chicago; sister Mrs. Albin Harriman of Ferndale; 11 grandchildren; 6 great grandchildren; numerous other relatives. Funeral services will be conducted Tues. December 14 at 1:30 p.m. in the Custer Methodist Church with Rev. Cal Sutherlin and Rev. Geoff Pipe officiating. Burial to follow in Enterprise Cemetery. Under the direction of Moles Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 13 Dec 1982) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JENSEN, Joseph "Joe", 80, of 3205 Peabody St., died on Saturday, Jan. 11, 1992, at his home. He was born to George and Elisa Jensen on Dec. 21, 1911 in Chilliwack, B.C. He immigrated to Sumas at 9, then moved to Bellingham. He spent 15 years in Anacortes, but spent most of his life in Bellingham. Mr. Jensen married Carol Bamford in 1936 near Blaine. A son, Melvin, dies in 1960. Survivors include his wife of the family home; sons David of Anacortes and Paul of Puyallup; daughter Joyce Kamps of Ferndale; eight grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren; sisters, Mary Whisler of Vashon Island and Patricia Lancaster of Seattle; and many nieces and nephews. Visitation will be from 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. Tuesday at Greenacres Funeral Home. A graveside service will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday at Greenacres Memorial Park, with a memorial service following at 12:30 p.m. at Cornwall Park Church of God. The Rev. Kenneth Long will officiate.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 13 Jan 1992) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JENSEN, Joseph - Graveside services for Joseph Jensen, age 86, of 31855 51st Ave. So., Auburn, will be held Wednesday Oct. 26 at 1 p.m. in Greenacres Memorial Park, Rev. Leonard C. Ericksen officiating. Visitation Wed. from 10:30 a.m. until 12 noon. Mr. Jensen passed away Sun. Oct. 12, 1983. He leaves to survive his wife Nellie Jensen of Auburn; a son John Jensen at home; 2 sisters, Kate LeBarron of Arlington, WA, Esther Thompson of Lacey, WA; numerous nieces and nephews. Mr. Jensen lived in Whatcom County as a youth and moved to Seattle about 60 years ago. He was a member of Crown Lutheran Church of Seattle and was a 60 year member of the Seattle Aerie No. 1 F.O.E., Seattle and the Seattle Skating Club. Jones Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 26 Oct 1983) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JENSEN, Lois, 82, of Ferndale, WA, passed away at her daughter's home in Edgewood, WA, on Aug. 30, 2009. Funeral services will be held Fri., Sept. 4, at 10:00 a.m. at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, Ferndale Chapel, 2550 Thornton Rd. Visitation will be from 9:00 to 9:40 a.m. at the church. Burial will follow at Enterprise Cemetery, 7041 Vista Dr., Ferndale. Moles Family Funeral Homes & Crematory – Ferndale.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 2 Sep 2009) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JENSEN, Martin H. (Harry) 1911 - 2002 Long-time Whatcom County resident, Martin H. (Harry) Jensen, passed away December 18, (2002) at the age of 91 at his home in Lynden. Jensen was born of Danish immigrant parents, Margaret Christiansen and Laurits Christian Jensen, on November 23, 1911 in Seattle, Washington. The family moved to Whidbey Island in 1919. In 1937, Harry married Roberta VandenHoek of Oak Harbor. They had three sons Merle, Warren and Robert. Robert passed away in 1959. In 1943, Jensen and his family moved to Whatcom County where he was deeply involved in various farming activities. In 1953, he was named Conservation Farmer of the Year. He also worked as office manager for Lynden Berry Growers and was a co-founder of Lynden Frosted Foods, managing that company from 1966 to his retirement in 1976. He was a charter member of the Lynden Noon Kiwanis Club where he was an active member for 39 years, serving as President of the club in 1966 and District Lieutenant Governor in 1986-87. Mr. Jensen has been an active member of Sunrise Baptist Church since 1943. Harry is survived by Ruth (Swanson), his beloved wife of 41 years sons Merle (Sharon) of Tucson, AZ, Warren (Charlotte) of Oak Harbor and Robert (Mary) of Lynden. Also surviving are grandchildren Deborah (Tom) Greene, Ingrid (Todd) Bechtel, Matthew (Marilyn), Jon (Katherine), Sherra (Dean) Grasser, Leah (Craig) VanBeek, Doug and Joe and seven great-grandchildren. Four brothers and a sister also survive. Visitation will be at Gillies Funeral in Lynden on Sunday, Dec. 22, from 1 to 4 p.m. A celebration of his life will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, Dec. 23, at Sunrise Baptist Church, Custer. Services are under the care of: Gillies Funeral Home & Cremation Service of Lynden.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 20 Dec 2002) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JENSEN, Mary Etta, 100, 1514 W. Axton Road, died Sunday (Jan. 25, 1987) in her home. She was born Sept. 18, 1886 in North Dakota, and had been an area resident since 1944. She was a member of Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses, Lynden Congregation, and was a lifelong homemaker. Her husband, Henry Jensen, died in September 1963. A son, Edward Roberts, died in 1942. Survivors include two sons, Robert Roberts of Bellingham and Joseph Roberts of Marietta; eight daughters, Harriet Johnson of Seattle, Eva Rogers of Olympia, Hazel Hagen of Seattle, Mildred Graham of Lynden, Josephine Blake of Ferndale, Maxine Sherman of Crescent City, Calif., June Lee of Whidbey Island, and Jean Benson of Ferndale; a brother, Charles Greenwood of Seattle; two sisters, Eva Shoneman of Whidbey Island and Edith Leon of Seattle; 28 grandchildren; and 35 great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday at the Moles Funeral Home chapel, with Roland Lee officiating. Burial will be at Woodlawn Cemetery.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 26 Jan 1987) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JENSEN, Melvin R., age 82, 7467 Bruce Road, Custer, passed away at the Christian Rest Home in Lynden on Sunday, Aug. 16, 1992. He was born on March 11, 1910 to Lars and Olena Knudsen Jensen in Custer. He was a lifetime resident of Custer, a lifetime member of Zion Lutheran Church of Custer, having served on the church council for many years. He also served on the Ferndale School board for 9 years. He owned and operated Pleasant Valley store for 20 years. Mr. Jensen also was employed at Columbia Valley and Georgia Pacific for 15 years. He married Helen Brudwick in Bellingham on Nov. 23, 1936 and she survives him at the family home. Other survivors are two sons, Clary Jensen and Rosalie of Custer, Les Jensen of Wenatchee; a daughter Barbara and Lee Kelln of Laurel; 9 grandchildren, Brad Kelln of Seattle, Karla Schweigert of Lynden, Brent Kelln of Virginia, Faith Jensen of Custer, Kerri Wulf and Kurt Jensen of Custer, Todd, Lesley and Kim Jensen of Bellingham, one great grandson Luke Schweigert of Lynden. A graveside service will be Wed. Aug. 19, 1 p.m. at Enterprise Cemetery followed by a memorial service at 1:30 p.m. at Zion Lutheran Church with Rev. Bob Johnson officiating. Visitation hours will be Tues., Aug. 18, 6-8 p.m. at Moles Funeral Home, Ferndale.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 19 Aug 1992) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JENSEN, Morten E. Sr. - Visitation for Morten E. Jensen Sr. of Everson will be 1 to 9 p.m. Wednesday and 9 a.m. to noon Thursday at Gillies Funeral Home. A graveside service will be at 2 p.m. Thursday in Ten Mile Cemetery with the Rev. James Williams officiating. Mr. Jensen of 5977 Mission Road died Sunday, July 31, 1994, at Christian Rest Home in Lynden. He was 83. Born June 1, 1911, to Peter and Magda Christiansen Jensen in Denmark, he moved to Whatcom County with his family in 1919. He attended Goshen School and served in the U.S. Army during World War II. He married Julia Peterson on Dec 23, 1946 in Bellingham. Mr. Jensen was an operator at Georgia-Pacific Corp's Bellingham plant for 31 years, retiring in May 1973. He was a member of the Association of Western Pulp and Paper Workers Union No. 194 in Bellingham. He was preceded in death by brothers Chris Jensen and Peter Jensen Jr. Survivors include his wife of the family home; son Morten Jensen Jr. of Everson; sister Magda Gibson of Seattle; brother Leo S. Jensen of Athens, GA; 10 grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; and numerous other relatives.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 2 Aug 1994) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JENSEN, Nellie Linnea - Former Everson resident Nellie Linnea Jensen, 78, of Auburn, died Thursday in Seattle. She was born Nov. 28, 1909 in Everson. Burial was Monday at Greenacres Memorial Park. Arrangements were by Jones Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 15 Dec 1987) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JENSEN, Norman R. passed away peacefully on July 17, 2008 at his home in Ferndale, Washington. He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Lois, four children, eleven grandchildren and one great-grandchild. He is also survived by his sister, Bernice. Visitation 9:00 a.m. and Services 10:00 a.m. Friday, July 25, Ferndale First LDS Ward, 2550 Thornton Road, Ferndale.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 23 Jul 2008) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JENSEN, Richard Ingvard, age 67, of Bellingham, WA, passed away Tuesday, April 16, 1996. Born March 14, 1929 in Bellingham to Ingvard and Gertrude (Griffith) Jensen, he was a lifetime resident of Whatcom County; member of First Christian Church; employed by the City of Bellingham in the Water Department and Treasurer's Office, he retired after 41 years of service. Preceded in death by his wife Carman D. Jensen, May 1, 1994, he is survived by his daughter Lonnie and husband Mike Segal of Ferndale; 4 grandchildren, Thomas Segel, Jr.; Michelle Kirner, Scott Segel and Jeff Segel; 3 great-grand children; mother Gertrude Jensen of Bellingham. Funeral service, Monday, April 22, 1996, 1 p.m. Jones-Moles funeral Home, with Reverend Richard D. Talley officiating. Burial Greenacres Memorial Park. Visitation Friday, April 19, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday, April 21, 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. at Jones-Moles Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 21 Apr 1996) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JENSEN, Richard M. - A funeral for Richard M. Jensen of Bellingham will be at 11 a.m. today at Greenacres Funeral Home, with Chaplain Dick Cathell officiating. Veterans of Foreign Wars William Matthews Post No. 1585 will provide military honors. Burial will be in Greenacres Memorial Park. Mr. Jensen died Monday, May 4, 1998 at Bellingham Health Care Center. He was 79. Born Feb. 24, 1919 to Martin and Christina Smith Jensen, he graduated from Meridian High School in 1938 and was a Laurel resident most of his life. He served in the U.S. Navy during World War II and was discharged in 1945. A carpenter by trade, he also worked for Georgia-Pacific West Inc. for 20 years and retired in 1983. He was a member of VFW Post No. 1585 and enjoyed fishing, camping, playing pool and cards, bowling and gardening. He also enjoyed watching his children and grandchildren play sports. Mr. Jensen was preceded in death by a son, Jeff. Survivors include his wife Josephine "Tootie," whom he married in 1948; daughter Sue Pazaski of Bellingham; son Mike Jensen of Bellingham; sisters Bertha Daviau of Everson, Lil Galloway of Ferndale and Mae Morgan of California; and six grandchildren.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 8 May 1998) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JENSEN, Steven Allen, age 26, of Ferndale, passed away Sunday, March 21, 2002. Born April 17, 1975 to Allan & Sylvia Jensen, in Lakenheath, England. A graduate of Ferndale High School in 1996 he had been a resident of Whatcom County for 23 years. Steve was a member of Christ Lutheran Church in Ferndale and served as a volunteer firefighter with Blaine, Lynden and Ferndale Departments. He was currently employed by the Whatcom County Public Works Department. He loved the outdoors, hiking & camping with his family. Steve also loved to tinker and build things and spending time with his two children. Survivors are: wife Brooke of Lynden; daughter Mala and son, Gage Jensen both of the family home; sister Karri Jensen & finace' Hans Huisan; parents: Al & Sylvia Jensen of Ferndale; grandparents: Lorne & Madeline Jensen of Ferndale; numerous aunts, uncles & other relatives and many close friends and co-workers. A Memorial Service will be held: Friday, April 5, 2002, 11:00 a.m. at Christ Lutheran Church in Ferndale. The Reverend Steve Nelson will officiate. Ferndale|Moles Funeral Home & Cremation Service.

JENSEN, Theresa Ann - A memorial service for Theresa "Terri" Ann Jensen of Bellingham will be at 2 p.m. Sat. at Mount Baker High School auditorium with the Rev. Bob Marvel officiating. Her ashes will be placed in Ten Mile Cemetery. Mrs. Jensen died Sat Jan 27, 1996, at the Tulsa Cancer Center in Okla. She was 40. Born Aug. 19, 1955 to Gerald and Mary Louise Gillespie in Swaim in Morton, she married Gordon Jensen on Jue 4, 1971 in Thorn Bay, Alaska. Mrs. Jensen moved to Bellingham in 1985. A graduate of Western Washington University, she was a teacher at Harmony Elementary School and Acme School. She was a member of Washington Education Association and Puget Sound Labrador Retriever Association. Survivors include her husband and son Chris, both of the family home; daughter Jeri Linderman of Bellingham; sister Vicki Naslund of Fairbanks, Alaska; and 2 nieces.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 1 Feb 1996) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JEPSEN, Carl Martens passed away in Bellingham on September 26, 2005, of natural causes. Born in 1908, he was 97 years old. A native and lifelong resident of Whatcom County, Carl was the youngest of seven children born to Nis and Carolina Jepsen. Nis and Carolina had immigrated to Northwest Washington from their native Germany/Denmark in the late 1800's, settling in Whatcom County, owning and operating the first dairy farm in the county. Carl graduated from the Harmony High School and married Myrtle Sinnes in 1932. They had two children. Shortly after the advent of World War II, Carl joined the U.S. Army, rising to the rank of Staff Sergeant in the Corps of Engineers. He was a trained electrician and server in England, Belgium, and France. He received several awards for his wartime service. Carl and Myrtle were divorced shortly after his discharge from the Army, and he moved back to the Bellingham Area. He went to work with Puget Sound Power and Electric in the substation construction division and shortly thereafter became the foreman of his construction crew. Most of the electrical substations in the county were constructed by Carl and his crew. He stayed in this position until his retirement in 1986. Carl was a proud member of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) for over 50 years. In 1947, he married Margaret Wilkinson of Bellingham. Both Margaret and Carl were ardent fishermen. They could be found on most weekends on the Puget Sound chasing the wily salmon -- in season, of course. They made annual pilgrimages to British Columbia's Campbell River and the Cariboo regions seeking the biggest and the best. At the time of his death, Carl was the Rome Grange's oldest active member. His ability to memorize the Master's part in Degree work was amazing. He knew word for word the complete dissertation of the first four degrees. For several years, he was the Installing Officer for the installation of officers ceremony. Whenever a fellow Granger died, Carl was regularly selected to represent the Grange at the funeral service. His remarks were always delivered with dignity and respect. He received numerous Grange awards and recognitions over the span of his Grange career. He worked hard and diligently on behalf of the Grange, and he devoted many hours keeping the facilities in good working order. Until a short time ago, he was the official coffee maker for the Sunday morning breakfasts, arriving at the hall at 6:30 a.m. to get things started and staying until 11 a.m. This at the age of 93! Until he turned 93, Carl could be found on one of the area's golf courses on many sunny mornings. He also actively participated in the "Old Timers League" at the Ferndale Bowling Alley. Carl was preceded in death by both parents, his wife, and all six siblings, and his son, William Wilkinson. He is survived by his daughter, Virginia Jepsen of Cape Coral, FL and sons Larry Jepsen of Ft. Myers, FL and Dale Jepsen of Cape Coral, FL. He is also survived by six grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. At Carl's specific request, neither funeral nor memorial service will be held. A private internment will be held at Greenacres|Moles Cemetery.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 28 Sep 2005) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JEPSEN Margaret I. "Peggy" passed away on Monday, September the 5, 2005, at the age of 91. She is survived by her husband, Carl Jepsen of Bellingham; two sisters, Jean MacKenzie of Seal Beach, CA, and Dorothy Sloan of Long Is., NY; and three children: Virginia Jepsen of Cape Coral, FL; Larry Jepsen of Ft. Myers, FL; and Dale Jepsen of Cape Coral, FL. She is also survived by six grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. Peggy was a long-time resident of Bellingham, having moved here from Wisconsin in 1937. She worked as a teller at the National Bank of Commerce for many years before moving to the Whatcom County Auditors Office from which she retired in 1974. At the time of her retirement she held the position of Assistant Deputy Auditor. An ardent fisherman, Peggy and her husband spent many pleasant weeks chasing salmon throughout the Puget Sound/Gulf Islands area as well as trout fishing on the Canadian Caribou Country lakes. British Columbia's Sheridan Lake was a particularly favorite vacation spot. When it came to who caught the most and the biggest, Peggy always won, hands down! Peggy served as a volunteer Treasurer of the North Whatcom Lake Fire District for many years and was a long-standing member of the Rome Grange. A private family service will be held.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 7 Sep 2005) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JERNBERG, Forrest, age 96, passed away on Wed. April 2, 1997. Born February 1, 1901, of Swedish immigrant parents, Sam and Maria, in Chicago, Il. There were two siblings, Irving and Miriam, both deceased. Raised in a pioneer farm community, Hyas, Saskatchewan, Canada from 1910 to 1926. Married to Anna Johnson for 62 years until her death in 1986. Most of his life work was the mechanical refrigeration industry, where he was known as Jerry Jernberg. During World War II, he represented his firm in procuring war industry contracts. To do this he logged in over a million miles of commercial air travel in the 1940's. During his career, the family home was located at various places in Chicago, New Jersey and Minnesota. When retired, he and his wife Anna lived in Florida, where he raised oranges, later lived in Arizona and then Washington State. Travelers, the crossed the U.S.A. several times in their trailer. Forrest served God as a Sunday school teacher, superintendent, choir member, trustee for his church and was for a time a soloist for a Christian radio program in New York City. He was enthusiastic in all his endeavors. Fisherman, golfer, photographer, artist, silversmith, rock polisher, pool player, and self-taught violinist. A great story teller and salesman. He had many friends. He loved and was loved by his children, Louise Yates and Ken and Joyce Jernberg, six grandchildren and ten great grandchildren. His Memorial service will be 2:00 p.m. Sunday April 13 at Firs Lounge 4605 Cable Street. Jones-Moles Funeral Home.

JERPBAK, Matilda, of Everson, Washington, passed away on Monday, September 26, 2005. She was 88 and born in Bridgeport, Connecticut, on December 17, 1916. Matilda was a very humble, private, and simple lady, enjoying her little dog, Curly, faithfully feeding her chickens, and playing with her card group at the Everson Senior Center. Matilda was preceded in death by her husband Leonard and is survived by her daughter, Leona (Mike) Stewart and granddaughter, Lynda (Paul) D'Anna. A Memorial Service will be conducted on Saturday, October 1 at 1 p.m. by Pastor Bill Peters at Goshen Community Church, Everson.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 30 Sep 2005) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JESS, Leo Frank, 55, a resident of Custer since 1901, where he was engaged in farming and county road work many years, died Thursday morning (Nov. 25, 1943) in a Bellingham hospital. He was born in Nebraska November 15, 1888. Mr. Jess, who was a member of the Delta Grange and the Whatcom County Dairymen's association, is survived by six sisters, Mrs. Leonard Martin, Anacortes; Mrs. Paul Henderson, Lynden; Mrs. Charles Follis, Seattle; Mrs. M. E. Henderson and Mrs. Grant Reed, both of Bellingham, and Mrs. Clyde Rathbone, Ferndale; two half brothers, Emil and Val Jess, of Coulee, Wash.; a half sister, Mrs. J. Barta, of Concrete; his close friend and companion who took care of him many years, Mrs. Elizabeth Hunt, and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held in the Knapp & Knapp chapel at Lynden Saturday at 3:30 p.m. with the Rev. Gust Anderson officiating and burial will occur in the Lynden cemetery.

JESSOP, Dennis Duane, born Bellingham, WA Oct. 24, 1948 died October 3, 1997 in Forks, WA. He is survived by his father, Charles Jessop; sisters, Cherrie Bergman, Charlotte Chance, Donna Kortus; son Troy (Jessop) Swanson; stepmother Leone Jessop; stepbrothers, Pat, Mike, Tom & Kevin McKernan; stepsister Kathy Ladd, several aunts & uncles, numerous nephews & nieces. He was preceded by his mother Joyce (Johnson) Walli, who died July 6, 1997. Dennis served 12 years in the Army with 2 years in Vietnam as a Medic. Since then he spent time in Arizona, Florida, Mexico, Minnesota & back to Bellingham. Memorial services will be held at Christ The King Church, 4600 Guide Meridian, October 25, 2 p.m.

JESTER, Bethe E. - Funeral service for Bethe E. Jester, age 68, of 1620 Marine Drive, will be Monday Sept. 26 at 3 p.m. at Jones Funeral Home with Rev. Lawrence Guderian officiating. Interment Greenacres Memorial Park. Mrs. Jester passed away Wed. Sept. 21, 1983. She is survived by her husband Charles; 3 daughters, Claudia and husband Paul Davis of Eugene, Oregon; Charlotte and husband Jimmie Vail of Ferndale; Karen and husband Jerry Briery of City; 13 grandchildren; 4 great-grandchildren; 1 sister, Kathleen of Selah, Wash; 2 brothers, Bob of Roseburg, Oregon and Dick of City; numerous nieces and nephews. A Whatcom County resident for the past 26 years, she was a supportive mother, active in many of her daughters school activities and was an Honorary FHA Mother in 1959 at Bellingham High School. Jones Funeral Home.
(The Bellingham Herald, 26 Sep 1983) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JESSUP, Katherine, 64, wife of Patrick W. Jessup, former police officer, and mother of Paul B. Jessup, Seattle, prominent former Whatcom high school and University of Washington athlete, died at a local hospital Friday (June 26, 1936) night following a lingering illness. A resident of Bellingham for the past forty-four years, Mrs. Jessup was a member of the Church of the Assumption and the Catholic Order of Foresters. The family home is at 1700 Iowa street. Besides the widower and son, who resides in Seattle, she is survived by several nieces and nephews. Rosary will be said Sunday evening at 8 o'clock at the Bingham-Dahlquist funeral home. Funeral services will be conducted Monday at 9 a.m. at the Church of the Assumption. Right Rev. Msgr. J. G. Stafford will officiate. Burial will follow in Bay View cemetery.

JETER, Donald Wayne moved on to where he is needed more on July 21, 1997 in Federal Way, Washington, after celebrating his 56th wedding anniversary on July 19. He is preceded in death by his parents, Robert Edgar Lee Jeter and Zoa Ida Jeter (Duvall). Mr. Jeter is survived by his loving wife, Thelma Nadine Jeter (Capps), his son and daughter-in-law Donald Jeter Jr. and Patricia Jeter of Bellingham, grandsons Robert Jeter of Arizona and David Jeter of Bellingham, a brother, Lloyd Jeter of Seattle, sisters Cleo Scott of Mount Vernon and Lila Pannea of Seattle, and numerous nieces and nephews. Mr. Jeter was born in Bellingham on November 20, 1915, attended North Bellingham School and graduated from Whatcom High School in its final graduating class of 1936. A member of the Eagles, DAV and VFW, Mr. Jeter was one of the original owners and builders of Skagit Speedway race trace and the "Pit Boss" for 40 years. He was also a millwright in Bellingham and owned and ran a small mill in Skagit County. From 1966 to 1985 Mr. Jeter worked at Alaska Airline. A CB enthusiast, he owned a small CB store in Kent at the time of his death. A memorial service will be held on Friday, July 25, 1997 at 9:30 a.m. at Jerns & LeVeck followed by an interment at Greenacres Cemetery at 11 a.m. A special opening and memorial lap will be run Saturday evening at Skagit Speedway in his memory.

JETER, Zoa - A former Bellingham and Anacortes resident, Mrs. Zoa Ida Jeter, 80, was buried in Woodlawn Cemetery following mass Wednesday at the Catholic Church of the Assumption. She died last Monday (March 24, 1975) in Seattle where she had lived since 1971. Besides two daughters and two sons, she is survived by a sister, Mrs. Agnes Hansen of Ferndale. Rosary was at Howden-Kennedy Funeral Home, West Seattle.
(From The Bellingham Herald. 30 Mar 1975) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JEWELL, Lynda, age 68, of Santa Maria, Calif. passed away Sat., Jan. 8, (1977). She had been a resident of Bellingham for 25 years and spent the last 2 years in Santa Maria. She is survived by 2 sons, Everett L. Winters of Anchorage and Charles Winters, Grand Junction, Colorado; 3 daughters, Willow Kincaid of Klamath Falls, Ore., Grace Griffin of Spokane, Dora Jane Turner of Pensacola, Florida; 3 sisters Geneva Morris of Napa, Idaho, Evelina Chuck of San Leandro, Calif. and Cordelia Herde of Santa Maria, Calif.; 23 grandchildren, 11 great grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. Graveside services will be held under the direction of Moles Funeral Home, Friday, Jan. 14 at 2 p.m. at Greenacres Memorial Park. Lt. Terry Winters officiating.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 12 Jan 1977) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JEWELL, Tana, age 45, daughter of Alan and Lea Jewell of Bellingham, died May 14, 2005 in Minnesota. She is survived by her devoted partner, Brian; children Rebecca, Matthew, Angelina, Joseph and Zachariah; granddaughter Samantha; brother Tim Jewell of Blaine and sister Tracy D'Loach of Bellingham. Graveside services will be at 1 p.m. June 2 at Enterprise Cemetery in Ferndale followed by a reception at Tillicum House in Pioneer Park.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 29 May 2005) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JEWETT, Betty Agnes Ericsson of Lynden died Monday, Jan. 25, 1999, at St. Francis Extended Health Care. She was 76. At her request, no service will be held. Her ashes will be placed in Greenacres Memorial Park. Born Nov. 21, 1922 to Oscar and Agnes Nyquist Ericsson in Coos Bay, Ore., she was in one of the first classes to graduate from Bellingham High School. In 1939, she married Harvey Jewett in Bellingham. He died in 1988. Mr. Jewett was an avid golfer. Survivors include sons Roy Jewett, Greg Jewett and Eric Jewett, all of Bellingham, Christ Jewett of Lynden, Patrick Jewett and Michael Jewett, both of Tacoma, and Harvey Jewett of Spokane; 18 grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and many other relatives.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 26 Jan 1999) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JIMMIE, Jack, aged 73 years, passed away at his home, Route 3, city, Tuesday evening, December 3, (1940) after one month's illness. Mr. Jimmie had been a resident of Bellingham his entire lifetime, and was a member of the Indian Mission Church. Surviving relatives are one son, Sindick and six grandchildren. Mr. Jimmie rests at the Homer Mark Mortuary and funeral services will be held at the Indian Mission Church Friday afternoon, December 6 at 1 o'clock. Interment, Goshen Indian Cemetery.

JOBE, Jesse L. - Funeral service for Jesse L. Jobe, age 80, of 409 York St., will be Tues., Jan. 5, 3 p.m. in Greenacres Mausoleum, Rev. Edgar L. Starr officiating. Interment Greenacres Memorial Park. Mr. Jobe passed away Fri. Jan. 1, 1982. Mr. Jobe is survived by 3 sons, Carl and wife Lois Jobe, Des Moines, Iowa; Robert L. and Laura Jobe of Graham, Wash.; Billy John Jobe; 7 grandchildren; 3 great-grandchildren. He had been a resident of this community for the past 34 years; was a member of Garden Street Methodist Church; Carpenters and Joiner's Union Local No. 756. Jones Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 5 Jan 1982) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JOBE, Lissie M., age 73 of 910 W. Illinois, passed away Saturday, March 25, 1978. Mrs. Job was a 30 year resident of this community, member of Garden Street Methodist Church, was a practical nurse at St. Joseph's Hospital for 12 years. She was active in a charitable way in this community and has been retired for 10 years. She is survived by her husband, Jesse, at home, 3 sons, Carl Jobe, Des Moines, Iowa; Robert Jobe, Graham, Wash.; John Jobe, Bremerton; 4 brothers, Claude Landis, Rube Landis, John Landis and Melvin Landis, all of Van Buren, Missouri; 1 sister, Mrs. Gladys Cavcey of Columbia, Missouri and 7 grandchildren. Funeral service Wed., March 29, 1978, 1 p.m. Jones Funeral Home with Rev. Lawrence Guderian officiating. Interment Greenacres Memorial Park.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 28 Mar 1978) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JODREY, Maggie, [missing] aged 19 years, beloved daughter of Mr. and Mrs. A. Jodrey, who passed away at the family home at Van Zandt Friday evening, May 12, (1931) at 2 p.m. from the Nazarene church of Van Zandt, with Rev. Fraser officiating, and interment will be made in the family plot in Van Zandt cemetery under the direction of the Bingham-Dahlquist Funeral Home. Miss Jodrey had lived in Bellingham her entire life until moving with her parents to Van Zandt three years ago where she has been attending Mount Baker high school. Aside from a host of friends who will mourn her passing, she leaves to survive her parents and four brothers, Charles, Samuel, Elam and Austin, and one sister, Ida May, all at the family home. She also leaves to survive her, the grandmother, Mrs. Adelie Chadwick, of Lopez island and several uncles and aunts.

JOHANNESSEN, Mamie S. "Marie", 87 years old, died Sunday, March 1, 1992, in a local nursing home. She was born Nov. 6, 1904 in Bellingham, WA. She is life resident of Whatcom County where she met and married Kristian "Cap" Johannessen in the late 1930s and he preceded her in death in 1967. Private family services will be held Friday and she will be inurned at Greenacres Memorial Park. She is survived by a son, Ronald L. Johanesen and wife Nanette of Bellingham; 2 brothers, Robert Johnson and wife Paula, and Roy Johnson, both of Bellingham; grandson, Steven Johanesen; granddaughter, Renee Johanesen both of Bellingham; and several nieces and nephews. Services under the direction of Greenacres Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 4 Mar 1992) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JOHANSEN, Jenny E. - Graveside service for Jenny E. Johansen, age 86, of 1150 Franklin St., will be Fri. July 9 at 10:30 a.m. in Greenacres Memorial Park with Susan Briehl, pastor, officiating. Mrs. Johansen passed away Tues., July 6, 1982. She is survived by 2 daughters, Bettie and husband Van Sargent of Ferndale and Lilly Smith of Bellingham; 6 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren and 1 great-great-grandchild; 3 brothers, Alvin Rosvik, Yngvar Johansen, Frithjos Johansen; 1 sister, Aagot Carlson, all of Norway. A resident of this community for the past 53 years, Mrs. Johansen was a member of Our Saviour's Lutheran Church and Maple Leaf Chapter No. 58 O.E.S. Jones Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 7 Jul 1982) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JOHANSEN, Jessie Pearl, age 96, of Kings Garden Dr, Seattle, died in a Seattle hospital, Fri., Sept. 25, 1987. She was born March 1, 1891 in Shelby, Michigan and had been a resident of Whatcom County since 1915. She was a member of the Advent Christian Church, the Retired Teachers Assoc, the P.L.F. Club, WHFM of the Advent Christian Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, Paul H. Johansen; son, Paul A.; daughter Ruby. She is survived by her son-in-law, Clarence H. Cruikshank of Bellingham; daughter-in-law, Mary Gettle of Lummi Island; 6 grandchildren, Betty Chevalier of Bellingham, Bonnie Constant of Yakima, Mary Lou Kreis of Seattle, Robert Cruikshank of Ferndale, Ronald Cruikshank of Bellingham, Paul S. Johansen of Bellingham; 11 great-grandchildren; 2 great-great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be held Tues., Sept. 29, 1 p.m. at Jerns & LeVeck Funeral Chapel with Rev. Donald Mace officiating assisted by Rev. Al Currier. Private family interment following the service.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 28 Sep 1987) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JOHANSEN, Marie P., age 91 of 1500 E. Victor St., passed away Wed., Dec. 28, (1977). A member of this community for the past 71 years, Mrs. Johansen was a member of the Lutheran Church. Surviving 1 brother Evin Tomtan of Norway; 1 sister Miss Hilma Tomtan of Norway; and 1 nephew Einar Tomtan, City. Funeral services Tuesday, Jan. 3 at 3 p.m., Jones Funeral Home with Rev. Leonard C. Ericksen officiating. Interment Woodlawn Cemetery.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 30 Dec 1977) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JOHANSEN, Paul H., age 86, formerly of 711 11th St., Bellingham, passed away in a Edmonds Hospital, Fri., Nov. 16, 1979. He was born in Copenhagen, Denmark and came to this country in 1902. He was a former owner of Diamond B Plumbing & Heating and a member of the Advent Christian Church. He belonged to the Bellingham Bay Lodge No. 44 F&AM, order of Amaranth & the Liberty Court No. 27 of Seattle. He was married to his wife Jessie for 64 years. Paul recalled that the Guide Meridian was being paved for the first time from Laurel into Bellingham as the wedding party drove in their Model T Ford from Lynden. He was preceded in death by a son Paul A., and a daughter, Ruby Crukkshank (sic). He leaves to survived 6 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren. funeral services will be conducted Tues., Nov. 20, 1979 at 1 p.m. in the Veroske, Jerns & LeVeck Funeral Chapel with burial to be made in the Greenacres Memorial Park.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 19 Nov 1979) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JOHANSEN, Susan C., age 61, passed away February 22, 2007 at her residence in Bellingham. She was born in Fairbanks, AK in 1945. Susan graduated from Everett High School then went on to get a degree in Nursing and Home Economics. In 1984 she married Rob Johansen. She worked as a pharmaceutical rep., RN and full time mom to Zach and volunteered at Assumption Catholic School. She was preceded in death by her brother, Bill Cooper in 2006. She is survived by her husband, Rob; sons Zach Johansen, James Johansen; daughters Julie Sitarz (Roman); Jenn Bauer (Jason); brother Dawson Cooper; sisters Ginny Cooper, Mary Murphy; sister-in-law Julie Cobb-Cooper and many other relatives and friends. A Memorial Mass will be held on Friday, March 2 2007 at Assumption Catholic Church at 10:30 a.m. Arrangements under the care of Jerns Funeral Chapel.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 28 Feb 2007) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JOHANSON, Edith Sofia Christina, age 90, of Seattle, WA, died Thursday, February 2 1995 in Edmonds (sic), WA. Edith lived most of her adult life in Bellingham before moving to an adult care home. She was born October 31, 1904 in Jamtland, Sweden to Per and Anna (Ericsson) Haggblom. As a young woman, she journeyed to Bellingham on her own, in 1926. In 1933 she married Frank A. Danielson and after his death in 1950 she worked at St. Joseph Hospital, caring for young children. In 1955 she married Eric A. Johanson and they lived at 2716 Victor St., Bellingham, until his death in 1990. She leaves 3 nieces, Mary Ann Parker of Sedro Woolley, Edith Powell of Bellingham, Ingeborg Haggbloom in Sweden and numerous great nieces and nephews. Visitation will be held at Westford Funeral home, Monday, 9 to 12. Graveside Services will be held 1 p.m. Monday, February 6, 1995 at Greenacres Memorial Park. Westford Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 5 Feb 1995) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JOHANSON, Eric A., age 80, of 2716 Victor St., died Thurs. March 29 in St. Joseph Hospital. He was born Nov. 20, 1909 in Offerdal, Sweden and has resided in the United States since 1929. His principal employment was in the Alaskan Fishing Industry working for Pacific American Fisheries. He was a WWII veteran and his hobbies included hunting and fishing. He leaves to survive his wife Edith S. Johanson of the family home; a brother, Ernest Johanson in Sweden; 4 cousins, numerous nephews and nieces. There will be a graveside service on Mon., April 2 at 2:30 p.m. at Greenacres Cemetery. Arrangements thru the Westford Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 1 Apr 1990) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JOHN, Alice E. - Christian Prayer services for Alice E. John, 68, Lummi Shore Rd. will be 7:30 p.m. Friday in Moles Funeral Home. Requiem mass will be offered at 10 a.m. Saturday in St. Joachim's Catholic Church. Burial will be at Lummi Reservation Cemetery. She died Wednesday. She had been a resident of the Lummi Reservation her entire life and was a member of St. Joachims Catholic church. She is survived by one son, Martin, and two sisters, Edith Jones and Helen Jefferson all of Lummi.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 20 Sep 1973) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JOHN, Anne Bernice, age 53 of Route 3, Ferndale, passed away Saturday, Oct. 8, (1965) in a local hospital. Mrs. John was a member of St. Joachim's Catholic Church and had been a resident of Lummi her entire life. She is survived by four daughters, Justina John of Bellingham, Ada Revera of New York City, Mary Elving of Renton, Rose John of Bellingham; 1 son, Walter John of Bellingham; 1 son, Walter John of Bellingham; her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Dan Cush of Lummi; 3 granddaughters; 6 grandsons; 7 sisters; 1 brother and numerous other relatives. Rosary services will be held in Moles Funeral Home, Wednesday, Oct. 13 at 7:30 p.m. Requiem mass will be said Thursday, Oct. 14 at 10 a.m. in St. Joachim's Catholic Church by Rev Father Talbott. Interment will follow in Lummi Cemetery.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 11 Oct 1965) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JOHN, Dena of Blaine, Washington passed away Friday, August 1, 2008. She was 73 years old. A Graveside Service will be held 3:00 p.m. on Thursday, August 14, 2008 at Greenacres Memorial Park, 5400 Northwest Dr., Ferndale.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 10 Aug 2008) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JOHN, Elizabeth K., 75, a resident of Marietta all her life, died in a local hospital Thursday (March 12, 1959) after a long illness. She was a member of St. Joachim's Catholic Church. Among the survivors are her husband, Herbert. Rosary will be recited at the family home at 6 p.m. Sunday, and the Rev. Joseph Dakin will offer holy mass at St. Joachim's Church at 9 a.m. Monday. Burial will be in Lummi Cemetery under the direction of Monroe Funeral Home of Ferndale.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 12 Mar 1959) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JOHN, Elsie - Visitation for Elsie John of Lynden will be from 1 to 9 p.m. Thursday at Gillies Funeral Home. Burial will be in Greenacres Memorial Park at 2 p.m. Friday, followed by a memorial service at 3 p.m. at Sunrise Baptist Church with the Rev. John Aldrich officiating. Mrs. John died Monday, Nov. 11, 1996 at Christian Health Care Center. She was 98. Born Sept. 7, 1898, to John and Sarah Trent-Webber in Hodgman, Kan, she married Olen John on Dec. 25, 1919 in Kansas. She moved to Whatcom County in 1942 and operated a farm on Burke and Markworth roads. Mrs. John was a World War I Auxiliary member and attended Sunrise Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her husband in 1969, son Gilbert in 1995, two brothers and five sisters. Survivors include daughter Lavoun Hoffman of Blaine; sons James John of Blaine and George John of Vista, Calif.; sisters Ellen Krager of Fort Dodge, Kan., Mabel Eaton of Guthrie, Okla. and Thelma Davis of Houston; eight grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 13 Nov 1996) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JOHN, Leo Henry, age 48 of the Lummi reservation, passed away suddenly at a local hospital Saturday, March 11, (1950). Mr. John was a member of the St. Joachim's Catholic church. Surviving relatives include his wife, Mary; 2 daughters, Marjorie and Christine; 2 sons, Leo and William, all at home; 3 brothers, Herbert and Walter of Lummi reservation and David of Tacoma; 2 sisters, Christine Moses of Tacoma, and Olive Woods of Portland. Funeral services will be conducted Tuesday, March 14 at 10 a.m. at the St. Joachim's church with the Rev. Fr. Buck officiating. Interment in the Lummi Cemetery under the direction of the Monroe Mortuary in Ferndale.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 13 Mar 1950) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JOHN, Louis Joseph - Funeral services for Louis Joseph John, 2, who died Thursday (Sept. 19, 1946) as the result of an accident at his parents' home on the Lummi reservation, were held Saturday from the Lummi Indian Catholic church. Burial was in the Lummi cemetery under the direction of the Monroe funeral home of Ferndale.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 22 Sep 1946) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JOHN, William Walter - Rosary for William Walter John, 65, of Rt. 3, Ferndale, will be recited at 8 p.m. Monday in Moles Funeral Home. Requiem Mass will be offered by Father Kevin Coyle in St. Joachim's Church at 9:30 a.m. Tuesday. Burial will follow in Lummi Cemetery. Mr. John died in a Bellingham hospital Thursday (March 26, 1964) following a long illness. He had lived in Whatcom County all his life and was a member of St. Joachim's Catholic Church. He is survived by the widow Bernice; four daughters, Mrs. Ada Rivera in New York, Mrs. Mary Elving in California, Justina of Bellingham and Rose at home; a son, Walter of Bellingham; seven grandchildren; a sister, Mrs. Christina Moses of Tacoma; and two brothers, Herbert of Beach Star Route and Hughie of Port Orchard.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 29 Mar 1964) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JOHNNIE, Florence Katherine - A vigil service for Tsin Tson Ko Molh Florence Katherine Johnnie of Van Zandt will be at 7 tonight at Lummi Community Center. A Shaker funeral will be at 8:30 a.m. Saturday at the center, followed by burial in Lummi Reservation Cemetery. Mrs. Johnnie died at home Wednesday, January 8, 1997. She was 80. Born Oct. 18, 1916, to Daniel and Justina Yakship Cush on Lummi Reservation, she lived in Whatcom County all her life. She married Bert Johnnie St. in 1951. He died in 1981. Mrs. Johnnie attended Lummi School of Aquaculture and Lummi Community College and worked as a nurse's aide for 25 years. She enjoyed knitting, Coast Salish basket weaving, walking, traveling and participating in Nooksack and Lummi senior programs. In addition to her husband, Mrs. Johnnie was preceded in death by a daughter, Janet F. Miller, and a son, James P. Johnnie. Survivors include sons Charles Miller Sr. of Lummi, Donald Miller of Laurel and Bert Johnnie Jr., Al Johnnie and Paul Johnnie, all of Deming; daughters Elynor Joneson of Portland, Ore., Patricia Charles of Washington and Betty Johnnie of Deming; sisters Lavina Brewer of Shelton and Alvira Pulsifer of Queets; 23 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; and numerous other relatives. Arrangements are by Moles Funeral Home & Cremation Service.

JOHNNIE, James D. Sr. "Tanglefoot", age 32, of 2521 Mariah Place, Everson, passed away at Riverside Park, Everson, Fri., June 13, (1986). He was a resident of Whatcom County most of his life, was a member of Cedar Princess Canoe Club of Nooksack, and had also been a member of the Setting Sun Canoe Club of Lummi. He was employed at the Lummi Community College for the last 3 years. Survived by his wife, Kymberly Kaye Bryning of Everson; sons Jake Johnnie of Everson, James Dan Johnnie Jr. of San Antonio, Texas, Brandon Benton Bryning of Everson; mother Florence Johnnie of Deming; 6 brothers Charles Miller of Florida, Albert Johnnie of LaConner, Donald Miller of Bellingham, Bert Jr. of Alaska, Al and Paul Johnnie of Deming; 3 sisters, Patricia of Auburn, Elynor Joneson of Salt Lake City, Betty Johnnie of Deming; numerous nieces and nephews. Vigil services Wed., July 2, 7 p.m. at the Lummi Neighborhood Facility. Funeral services Thurs., July 3, 10 a.m. at the Lummi Neighborhood Facility, Rev. Jeff Grant officiating. Arrangements by the Moles Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 1 Jul 1986) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JOHNS, Mary Christina (Shaffer) passed away peacefully on Friday, December 4, 2009, in Lynden, Washington, surrounded by her family. She was 87 years old and was born at her family home on September 10, 1922 in Windber, PA. Mary was very accepting and welcoming, and would always greet everyone with a smile. She eloped to West Virginia with Richard E. Johns on April 5, 1942, and was married for 37 years before his death in 1980. Mary and Richard had five children in Pennsylvania before moving to Michigan in 1953, where they completed their family with the birth of their youngest daughter. Mary stayed in the family home until she moved to her new home (built by son Dan) in Nooksack, WA in 1998. She attended Indiana State Normal School in PA for three years (1941-43), completed her education by taking extension classes at Wayne State University in Michigan, and received her B.S. in education in 1962. Mary taught elementary grades in Waterford, MI, retiring in June, 1988 after teaching for 30 years. Mary will be greatly missed by her six children: Jerry (Annette) of Dekalb, IL, Nancy (Arnold Montemayor) of Ypsilanti, MI, Tom of Nooksack, WA, Dan (Ginny Van Wingerden) of Bellingham, WA, Susan (Gary Meader) of Sumas WA, and Becky (Tim Tracy) of Everson, WA; her four grandchildren: Dominique (Michelle Hladek) of Seattle, WA, Beth (Scott Braswell) of Seattle, WA, Jesse of Bellingham, WA, and Cote Tracy of Everson, WA; and her sister, Jean Steele of Florida and her three children: Don (Jo Ann), Tom (Vivian), and Robert (Lynne). Mary was an avid sports fan and enjoyed watching all sports. She enjoyed bowling, crocheting and was an avid reader. She loved to travel with her husband and family throughout the U.S. and abroad. Mary was an active member of Christ Lutheran Church in Waterford, MI, enjoyed activities at Senior Centers in Michigan and Washington and the Glen Echo Community Club, and attended Nooksack Valley United Methodist Church. A Celebration of Mary's life will be held in the spring of 2010.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 13 Dec 2009) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JOHNSTON, Alex - The family and friends of Alex Johnston are deeply saddened by his death after a tragic accident on March 1, 2002. The seventh and youngest child of Kenneth and Theresa Johnston of Bellingham, Alex was born on November 29, 1967. He grew up in Bellingham where he attended Assumption School ('82), Sehome High School ('86) and Bellingham Technical College. Alex worked at Parkway Chevron, Bellingham Frozen Foods, Riverside Roofing, and Seafirst Roofing while he learned the trades of being a mechanic, roofer, and sheet metal worker. In 1998 Alex joined the Sheetmetal Workers Union, Local 66, and was employed by Northshore Sheetmetal as a lead foreman and journeyman sheet metal worker. His hard work and dedication earned him praise and respect from his employers and coworkers alike. Sheet metal work on Harrison Hospital in Silverdale, WA, the pavilion and horse barns at Emerald Downs, Renton, WA, and Providence Hospital, Everett, WA are just a few of the many projects under Alexas responsibility. Alex is survived by his wife Vicki (Reynolds) and daughters Kelsey (four years), and Kenna (six months) of Marysville, WA his mother Theresa R. Johnston of Bellingham his brothers and sisters: Carl Johnston, Joyce Engels, and Dean Johnston of Bellingham, Laura Mallahan and Marvin Johnston of Everett, WA, and Robert Johnston of Bremerton and many nieces, nephews, and cousins. He was preceded in death by his father Kenneth R. Johnston. Alex loved fishing, boating, skiing, golfing, and all types of motor sports. He was a devoted father and husband, a loving son, and he cared deeply about this family and friends. He had a great gift of laughter and joy, which he shared with everyone he met. He was especially adept at making and keeping friends and enjoying the best that life had to offer. A memorial service will be held at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Bellingham on March 7, 2002 at 10:00 a.m. with viewing open at 9:00 a.m. Services are under the care of: Jerns Funeral Chapel & On-Site Crematorium.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 6 Mar 2002) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JOHNSTON, Arthur Bruce II of Whatcom County died Monday, May 19, 1997, at Stafholt Good Samaritan Center. He was 83. A funeral Mass will be celebrated in Sun City, Ariz. Burial with military honors will be in Sunland Memorial Park. Born Sept. 23, 1913, to Arthur and Josephine Ryndak Johnston in Hobart, Okla., he moved to Whatcom County from Sun City in 1994. Mr. Johnston served in the Army during World War II. He retired from public school administration in Detroit, Mich., and from the Army Reserves with the rank of colonel. Active in the Catholic Church, Mr. Johnston served in several capacities at St. Elizabeth Seton Catholic Church in Sun City, including president of the men's club and member of the parish council and choir. He also was a member of the Military Order of World Wars. He was preceded in death by his wife. Survivors include son Arthur Johnston III of California and daughter Sue Ann Cairns of Langley, B.C. Local arrangements are by Jerns-McKinney Funeral Chapel.

JOHNSTON, Betty R., age 84 of 900 17th St., died Thurs., April 23, 1981. A resident of Whatcom County most of her life, Mrs. Johnston was the former owner of Betty Jean Millinery Shoppe, Bellingham and is survived by 1 son Robert and wife Merle Johnston; 3 grandchildren, David, Tom and Vicky Johnston all of Milton; 1 sister, Rose Gerkie of City. Funeral service Mon. April 27, 10:30 a.m. in Jones Funeral Home. Interment Woodlawn Cemetery.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 24 Apr 1981) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JOHNSTON, Evelyn Grace - At her request, there will be no services for Evelyn Grace (Medcalf) Johnston of Bellingham. Inurnment will be at Ten Mile Cemetery in Laurel. Mrs. Johnston died Monday, Sept. 11, 2000, at St. Joseph Hospital. She was 92. Born Nov. 3, 1907, to Ulysses G. and Edna (Bailey) Medcalf at the family home in Laurel, she formerly lived at Agate Bay and the Willows. On April 12, 1940, she married Merl Arthur Johnston in Bellingham. He died in 1981. Survivors include son Donald Johnston of Bellingham nieces Donna Sand, Myrna Harvie and Ellen Dolliver and nephews Gordon, Max, Alan, Ronald and Gary Medcalf. Arrangements are by Jerns Funeral Chapel.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 14 Sep 2000) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JOHNSTON, Geraldine "Jeri", a lifetime resident of Ferndale, passed away on Monday, July 25, 2005. She was 71 years old. Jeri was born on September 1, 1933 in Ferndale to James and Nora Sibley. She married John L. Johnston on May 9, 1952. Jerri was an avid collector who enjoyed watching the Seattle Mariners and who loved to play the organ. She was a gardener who raised beautiful flowers and she enjoyed traveling. Jeri was a very sociable lady, and she met each month for breakfast with her classmates and loved to go to Red Hat luncheons. Some of her favorite times were her Friday night board games with friends. Jeri was preceded in death by her parents; twin brother Gerald Sibley; and her infant daughter Kimberly. She is survived by her husband, John, of the family home; daughters Pam Hoksbergen (Dale) of Ferndale, Tami Madsen (Kent) of Ferndale, Brenda Petersen (Dale) of Bellingham and Julie Boyd (Dave) of Ferndale; sister Gaynelle Olson of Seattle; grandchildren Kim Burke (Nathan) of Bellingham, Jodi Murphy (Collin) of Lacey and Tamara Larson and her partner, Mike Norsby, of Kenmore; great-grandson Carter Norsby; three step-grandchildren; three step-great-grandchildren; and numerous other relatives. The family would like to extend a very special "thank you" to Jeri's caregiver, Mary Bull, for all of her loving assistance. Visitation is scheduled for Wednesday, July 27, 2005 from 4-8 p.m. in the Ferndale Moles Funeral Home Chapel. A graveside service will be held on Thursday, July 28, 2005 at 1 p.m. at Woodlawn Cemetery.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 27 Jul 2005) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JOHNSTON, Gladys M., 82, a lifelong resident of Whatcom County, died Saturday (Nov. 26, 1988) in Bellingham. Mrs. Johnston, who lived on the Olson Road near Ferndale for more than 65 years, was born May 5, 1906 in Point Roberts. She was preceded in death by her husband, Jack M. Johnston in 1940. Survivors include two daughters, Mary E. Byrnes of Otis, Ore. and L. Jean Johnston of Manila, Philippines; three sons John L. Johnston of Ferndale, Richard M. Johnston of Everson and Lynn Johnston of Buckley, Wash; 12 grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. Private family services will be held at Moles Funeral Home. Arrangements are by Moles Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 27 Nov 1988) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JOHNSTON, Harold E., 2726 Nevada St., age 73, passed away Friday, March 8, (1974). A 55-year resident, Mr. Johnston was a millright before retiring. He is survived by 6 grandchildren, including Thomas Snow of this city and 3 great-grandchildren. Services will be conducted by Rev. Russell M. Hendrickson, Wednesday, March 13 at 1 p.m. at the Jones Funeral Home. Interment Greenacres Memorial Park.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 12 Mar 1974) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JOHNSTON, Hazel A., age 81, passed away May 20, 1983 at a local hospital. She was a resident of Bellingham since 1923 and a member of The Unity Church, a Charter Member of the VFW Auxiliary, No. 1585, a member of WWI, Barracks 255 Auxiliary and Treasurer for 20 years, also past President of the VFW Auxiliary. Her husband James N. Precedes her in death. She is survived by a daughter Dorothy Fiedler; a brother Floyd Nichols; granddaughters Loxie and husband Bill Ayers, Linda and husband Larry Bordsen; great granddaughters Nancy Ayers, Aria and Anthea Bordsen; great grandsons Chad Ayers, Sean and Aain Bordsen. Funeral Services were held Tuesday, May 24, at Jerns & LeVeck Funeral Chapel with Reverend Eddie Edwards officiating. Interment followed in Greenacres Memorial Park.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 27 May 1983) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JOHNSTON, Hazel M. - Graveside services for Hazel M. Johnston, 84, who taught in the Meridian School District for 40 years, will be at 1 p.m. Wednesday at Greenacres Memorial Park. Mrs. Johnson, 84, died Sunday (Nov. 6, 1988) in Renton. A graduate of the old Bellingham Normal School, retired from the Meridian district in 1968. Survivors include a son, George Johnston of Renton; and three brothers in Oregon. Arrangements are by Faull Renton Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 8 Nov 1988) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JOHNSTON, James Dean - Bellingham native James Dean Johnston, 63, 3613 Bennett Drive, died Saturday (July 4, 1987) in Bellingham, after a lifetime of working in fishing, farming and other industries. Mr. Johnston was a decorated veteran of World War II, who served in Central European in the Rhineland and Ardennes campaigns. He was born here Aug. 12, 1923. Survivors include his mother, Lenora W. Johnston of Bellingham; a sister, Evelyn Roorda, of Chehalis; a brother, Kenneth Johnston of Bellingham; and numerous nieces and nephews. His funeral will be at 1 p.m. Wednesday at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. Arrangements are with Jerns & LeVeck Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 7 Jul 1987) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JOHNSTON, James N., 79, 1301 E. Victor St., died Monday (June 25, 1973). He was a member of Garden Street Methodist Church, charter member and past commander of the Veterans of Foreign Wars Bellingham post, charter member of the World War I Barracks 255 and a member of Teamsters Local 231. Mr. Johnston came to Whatcom County in 1920 and worked in the Bellingham Coal mine for 19 years. He later was a truck driver with Haskel Corp. Survivors include the widow, Hazel; a daughter, Dorothy Fiedler of Bellingham; two grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Services are pending at Veroske's Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 26 Jun 1973) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JOHNSTON, Jane E. - A funeral service for Jane E. (Lovins) Johnston of Bellingham will be at 1:30 p.m. Thursday at Jones-Moles Funeral Home, with members of Maple Leaf Chapter No. 58 O.E.S. officiating. A coffee hour will follow in the Whatcom Room at the funeral home. Private interment will be in Greenacres Memorial Park near Ferndale. Mrs. Johnston died Friday, Oct. 27, 2000, at a convalescent center. She was 82. Mrs. Johnston was born May 12, 1918, to Fred L. and Winnie B. (Baker) Lovins in Greenup, Ill. On Oct. 10, 1936, she married Ford H. Johnston. He died in 1971. Survivors include nephews Gordon Hubbard of Bellingham and Jack Hubbard of Jacksonville, Fla., and many other nieces and nephews.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 1 Nov 2000) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JOHNSTON, Julian M. "Johnny" Sr. of 1924 Trigg Road, Ferndale, died Friday, Dec. 11, 1992, at his home. He was 73. He was born April 10, 1919, in Washington, D.C. to Francis and Elizabeth Johnston. On Jan. 6, 1941 he married Lois Whitsel in Baltimore, MD. Mr. Johnston owned and operated Dunkin's Grocery and Mobile Home Park for 35 years and Whatcom Falls Market in Bellingham prior to that. He was a member of the Meatcutters Union Local No. 44 for more than 50 years and had worked for B&B Sausage Company for nine years as a salesman. He was a member of First Baptist Church in Bellingham where he served as an usher. He was also a member of Bellingham Bay Lodge No. 31, International Order of Odd Fellows and Orchard Grange of Ferndale. Survivors include his wife Lois of the family home; daughters Janet Dial of Oak Harbor, Jerrie Ann Pike of Ferndale, Carrie Lynn Dowell of fife and Cheryl Johnston of Bellingham; son Julian "Butch" Johnston of Ferndale; sister Florence Hartman of Arlington, VA; brothers Arthur Johnston of Pineallis Park, Fla., and James Johnston of Washington D.C.; 14 grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. Funeral service will be at 1 p.m. Thursday at the Chapel of Greenacres Funeral Home with the Rev. Keith Madsen of First Baptist Church officiating. Burial will follow in Greenacres Memorial Park. Visitation will be from 5 to 7 p.m. Tuesday and Wednesday at Moles Funeral Home in Ferndale.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 14 Dec 1992) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JOHNSTON, Kenneth Raymond, age 69, of Bellingham, passed away at home June 29, 1995, after a long battle with cancer. He was born to James and Lenora (Hamilton) Johnston on July 10, 1925, in Bellingham and had been a lifetime resident. He enlisted in the Navy in July 1943 during WWII and served 11 years. He served in the Pacific Theater including the invasions of the Philippines and Okinawa during WWII and aboard the USS Pittsburgh where he helped support the amphibious landing at Inchon during the Korean Conflict. He married Theresa R. Reichlin June 12, 1954 in Ferndale and celebrated 41 years of marriage. Kenneth was a retired electrician. He also owned and operated Ken's Service Center for the past 26 years. Ken loved life and people, and he had a wonderful sense of humor. He shared that humor with others in many ways. One was by participating in the Blossom Time Parade with a model T fire truck and more recently in the Ski-to-Sea Parade with the Dream Train. Kenneth was also a true inventor at heart. He invented and was the patent holder of the Kenston bearing. He also loved to fish and has spent many hours on local lakes and rivers. He was well loved, and will be greatly missed. Ken has been an active member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church for 41 years and past Grand Knight of Bellingham Council #829 Knights of Columbus. Ken was preceded in death by his father James F. Johnston, December 1953; his brother James Dean Johnston in July 1988; and his mother Lenora Johnston in August 1994. He is survived by his wife Theresa; five sons Robert of Rhode Island; Marvin and Alex of Everett; Carl of Seattle; Dean of Bellingham; his two daughters Laura Mallahan of Everett; Joyce Engels of Bellingham; his sister Evelyn Roorda of Montesano; his nephew Duane Roorda of Seattle; and nine grandchildren.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 2 Jul 1995) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JOHNSTON, Kenneth Robert, age 73, of Ferndale, passed away Wed., Aug. 2, 2000, at his home. He was born Nov. 11, 1926 in Mt. Vernon to Elmer and Juel (Pearson) Johnston and had been a resident of Whatcom County for 10 years. He grew up in LaConner and joined the Marine Corps at the end of WWII and served through the Korean War. His military duty included Drill Instructor in San Diego. He collected model planes and model trains and always enjoyed traveling by train. In the past few years, Mr. Johnston enjoyed many train trips. He will be dearly missed by his family here and is enjoying his family in heaven. Survived by his children Mike Johnston and wife Sheree of Ferndale, Judi Johnston of Anaheim, CA, and Laurie Yates and husband Dave of Ferndale; grandchildren Keith, Chris, Matthew and Sarah; and numerous other family members. Preceded in death by his wife Rose-Marie Johnston on Jan. 11, 2000 after 40 years of marriage and brother Keith Johnston. A graveside service will be held Tues., Aug. 8 3 p.m. at Greenacres Memorial Park with Pastor Tim Lann officiating.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 6 Aug 2000) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JOHNSTON, Lenora W. - Visitation for Lenora W. Johnston of Bellingham will be 8 a.m. to 2 pm Wednesday at Jerns-LeVeck Funeral Chapel. A funeral will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday at the chapel with the Rev. Gary Morelli Officiating. Mrs. Johnston, formerly of 2400 Donovan Ave., died Sunday, Aug. 14, 1994. She was 99. Born Feb. 26, 1895, to Edwin DeWitt and Marjorie Burdick Hamilton in Sumas, she was a direct descendant of Ruth Hubbard Burdick, the first white child born in Springfield, Mass in 1640. She had 15 brothers and sisters. She married James F. Johnston, a Whatcom County millwright in 1919. He died in 1953. She also was preceded in death by a son, James D. Johnston, in 1987. Survivors include daughter Evelyn Roorda of Chehalis; son Kenneth R. Johnston of Bellingham; sister Bethel Holtzheimer of Blaine; nine grandchildren; and numerous great- and great-great-grandchildren.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 16 Aug 1994) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JOHNSTON, Margaret Eleanor passed on at the Christian Health Care Center in Lynden on Tuesday, July 31. Born near the corner of Smith and Northwest roads to F. F. and Caroline (Miller) Gerard, Margaret lived most of her life in the North Bellingham community. She graduated from Whatcom High School and completed a teaching program at Western. She taught in the Bellingham School District at Marietta Grade School. She married Willard Johnston and had two children, daughter Laine and son G. B. "Geeb." She was devoted to her family, home and church. Margaret is survived by her children, cousin Bob Miller of Bellingham, sisters-in-law Hildur Johnston and Dagny Gerard, and numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband, brothers Paul, Ed and Howard Gerard, and sister Phyllis. The family expresses deep gratitude for the loving care and attention she received at the Christian Health Care Center, and from her many caregivers over the past three years.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 5 Aug 2007) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JOHNSTON, Merl Arthur, 71, of 3125 Agate Bay Lane, died Friday (July 17, 1981). He was born Aug. 27, 1909 in Tama, Iowa and was a long-time resident of this area. He was a retired port engineer and marine surveyor. He was a member of San Francisco Lodge No. 166, F&AM, and of the Agate Bay Fire Department. He is survived by his wife Evelyn, a son, two brothers and two sisters. Family services were held Saturday under the direction of Veroske, Jerns and LeVeck Funeral Chapel.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 19 Jul 1981) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JOHNSTON, Russell R. - Memorial services for Russell R. Johnston, 45, of Lynden will begin at 10 a.m. Wed. at Gillies Funeral Home in Lynden, with Pastor Tom Randall officiating. Mr. Johnston's ashes will be interred in Ten Mile Cemetery. Mr. Johnston died Thurs. April 29, 1999, at St. Joseph Hospital from complications due to diabetes. He was born Jan. 29, 1954, to Robert and Marjorie (Key) Johnston in Rockford, Ill., and graduated from high school in Rockford. He moved to Seattle in 1979 and worked as a respiratory equipment maintenance technician. He came to Lynden in 1987 and had worked for a short time at Whatcom Farmers Co-Op in Lynden. Mr. Johnston enjoyed bodybuilding and fishing. He is survived by his mother of Lynden; his father of Sarasota, Fla; sisters DonnaRae Pederson of Everson, Barbara Johnston of Oregon, Christine Guenzler of Monroe Center, Ill., and Sheryl Neblock of Rockford, Ill.; and many nieces and nephews.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 2 May 1999) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JOHNSTON, Willard L., age 67, lifetime resident of Whatcom County, passed away Tues., July 28, 1987. His careers included General Building Contractor, Independent Businessman & Real Estate Broker. Graduate of Meridian High School, attended Washington State University, member of Ferndale Kiwanis and active supporter of community projects. Survivors include his wife Margaret; 1 daughter, Laine Johnston; 1 son, Gerard and wife Maxine Johnston; 1 brother, Irvin Johnston; 2 sisters, Mabel Hamel and twin sister Wilden Huotte; 2 grandsons. At his request, no services will be held. Interment Greenacres Memorial Park. Arrangements by Greenacres Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 2 Aug 1987) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JOHNSTONE, Ella R., age 78 of 2726 Alderwood, passed away Sunday, Oct. 26, (1975). She was a member of the Church of the Assumption. She is survived by 3 daughters, Mrs. Marjorie Ondeck, Mrs. Lois Paul and Mrs. Elaine Olney, all of Bellingham; 2 sons, Joe Johnstone of Langley, B.C. and Sidney of Chicago; 17 grandchildren, 15 great-grandchildren; 1 sister, Mrs. Virginia R. Wells, City; a step-sister Mrs. Genevieve Owens, Hotchkiss, Colo., many nephews and nieces. Christian prayer services will be held Wed., Oct. 29, 7:30 p.m. within St. Joseph's Catholic Church in Lynden. Mass of Christian burial will be offered Thurs. Oct. 30 at 10 a.m. within St. Joseph's Catholic Church in Lynden with Rev. Gerald D. Mayovsky celebrant. Interment Greenacres under the direction of the Westford Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 28 Oct 1975) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JOHNSTONE, Gladys Prohl, 100, passed away July 13, 2001 at her Bellingham home. She came to Whatcom County in 1925 and was a member of the Laurel Community Baptist Church, Victor Community Club and the Laurel Grange. She is survived by her sister-in-law, Violet Johnstone of Federal Way brother, Ray L. Hardesty, of WI and two step-grandchildren, Jack Johnstone of Milon and Sharon Foster of Federal Way. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday in the Jerns Funeral Chapel. A Funeral Service will be held 11:00 a.m. Thursday, July 19, 2001 in the Jerns Funeral Chapel. The arrangements and services are by The Jerns Funeral Chapel & On-Site Crematorium.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 19 Jul 2001) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JOHNSTONE, Harry L. - Graveside services for Harry L. Johnstone, 72, a former Whatcom County resident, were to be at 11 a.m. today at the Woodlawn Cemetery in Ferndale. A memorial service will be at 7 p.m. Thursday at the Neighborhood Chapel Church of God in Auburn. He died Sunday in his home. Mr. Johnstone was born on Jan. 24, 1918 in Larimore ND. He moved to Bellingham in 1932 at age 14. Mr. Johnstone was employed as a milk truck driver in Lynden and worked as an electrician for the Bellingham shipyards. He was a World War II veteran. Mr. Johnstone moved to unincorporated Federal Way in 1957 and was employed by the Boeing Co. as an electrician until 1983. Mr. Johnstone was a member of the Steele Lake Grange, the Boeing Employees Dog and Gun Club, the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers and the Neighborhood Chapel Church of God in Auburn. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, camping and generally being outdoors. Survivors include his wife Violet E. Johnstone of Federal Way; sons Boyd Johnstone of Auburn and Jack M. Johnstone of Pacific; step-mother Gladys Johnstone of Bellingham; and five grandchildren. Arrangements are by Price-Helton Funeral Chapel in Auburn.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 23 Jan 1991) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JOHNSTONE, Joseph S., age 72, of 6836 B Raspberry Drive, Everson, passed away Thursday Oct. 3, 1991 at a local nursing care facility. Mr. Johnstone was born Feb. 23, 1919 in Bellingham to George W. and Ella Johnstone. He was employed in the logging industry and worked in Washington, California, Oregon, and British Columbia. Mr. Johnstone's hobby was training and racing horses; he had worked with horses at Exhibition Park in B.C., at Longacres in Seattle, at Portland Meadows in Portland, OR, and in Santa Anita, CA. He was also an accomplished woodworker. Mr. Johnstone was preceded in death by a son, "Little" Howard Johnstone of Portland; a brother, "Big" Howard Johnstone; a sister, Lois Paul; and a granddaughter, Kristen Johnstone of Stanwood. He is survived by: four sons, Robert Johnstone of McMinnville, OR; Jerry Johnstone of Stanwood; Charles Johnstone of Langley, B.C.; John Johnstone, also of Langley, B.C.; a daughter, Lisa Johnstone of Langley, B.C.; a brother, Syd Johnstone of Bellingham; two sisters, Marjorie Ondeck of Bellingham and Elaine Olney of Everson; 10 grandchildren; 1 great-grandchild; numerous nieces and nephews.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 7 Oct 1991) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JOHNSTONE, Sydney DeLance, age 72, of Bellingham, WA, died Nov. 21, 1996 at his residence. He was born Nov. 8, 1924 in Bellingham, WA, to George W. and Ella "R." (Ristine) Johnstone. He attended Columbia Grade School, Whatcom Jr. High and Bellingham High School graduating in 1943. Mr. Johnstone moved to Chicago where he studied and taught music. He became a professional musician and returned to Bellingham in 1987 where he was employed by Semiahmoo. Guests and friends will remember his music in the dining room at Semiahmoo. He also played for the Willows Retirement Center. Mr. Johnstone was a member of Mt. Baker Organ Society, life member of Chicago Federation of Musicians, Chicago Area Theater Organ Enthusiast. Survived by a son Michael R. Johnstone of Midlothian, IL; granddaughters, Angie Johnstone of Evergreen Park, IL and Jennifer Johnstone of Oaklawn, IL; sisters, Elaine and husband Donald Olney of Everson, WA and Marjorie Ondeck of Everett, WA; close aunt, Winnie Ristine Rust; numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. Christian Prayer Service will be held at Westford Funeral Home Chapel, Tuesday, 7 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be held 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 27, 1996 at Church of the Assumption. Arrangements by Westford Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 27 Nov 1996) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JOLLY, Robert Dean (Rob) - 10/09/64 - 06/12/02 - Former Whatcom County resident Robert Dean Jolly passed away on June 12, 2002, at Sutter Medical Center in Santa Rosa, CA, where he had been a patient many times in the last four years. Rob was born in Riverside, California to parents Jack and Linda Jolly. He moved to Washington State with his family at age 7 where he lived for many years. Robert had a great attitude about his condition. His strength in dealing with his obstacles was an inspiration to many. He loved his family and the Lord. He was very much loved and will be greatly missed. Robert leaves behind 2 sons, Christen Jolly of Tehachapi, CA, and Jared Jolly of Agassiz, B.C. his wife of 5 years Marina Jolly of Willits, CA parents Jack and Linda Jolly of Tehachapi,CA grandparents Lawanda Stanley of Tehachapi and C.T. Stanley of Westminster, CA brother Michael Jolly and his wife Tara of Ferndale, Washington sister Giselle Schnee and husband of Butte, Montana seven nieces and nephews and many aunts, uncles and cousins. A memorial service will be held Friday, June 28, at 1 p.m. at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, 2250 Thornton Rd. in Ferndale, with interment following in Enterprise Cemetery.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 23 Jun 2002) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JONAK, Adolph L., age 80, of 2096 Aldergrove Rd., Ferndale, passed away in Bellingham, Sunday, May 3, 1987. He was born in Olean, NY, June 1, 1906. He was a Ferndale resident since 1954, prior to that lived in Olean, NY. A member of St. Joseph's Catholic Church of Ferndale, he worked for Mobil Oil both in Olean and Ferndale for over 30 years. Survivors include his wife Josephine Jonak of the family home; 2 sons, Adolph L. Jonak Jr. and wife Joanne of Reseda, CA; Robert A. Jonak and wife Jan of Kent; 1 daughter, Joan Snydar and husband Jim of Ferndale; 11 grandchildren, 2 step-grandchildren. Vigil prayer service will be held Wed., May 6 at 7 p.m. at the Moles Funeral Home Chapel. Mass of Christian Burial will be Thurs., May 7, 10 a.m. at St.Joseph's Catholic Church with Father Thomas McEnnis officiating. Burial will be at Greenacres Memorial Park.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 6 May 1987) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JONAK, Josephine J. passed away Saturday, April 3, 1999 at her Ferndale home. She was 91, born March 19, 1908 in Clarendon, PA to Michael and Eva (Gronek) Luty. In 1954 she moved from Olean, NY to Ferndale and was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church in Ferndale. Her husband Adolph Jonak preceded her in death on May 3, 1987. Mrs. Jonak is survived by her daughter Joan Snydar of Ferndale; son Adolph Jonak Jr. of Santa Clarita, CA; Robert Jonak of Kent, WA; 11 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; brother Zig Luty of Fergus, Ontario; four sisters, Martha Kelly of Acton, Ontario; Victoria Stennes; Julia Kalman and Helen Strzelczyk all of Brooks, Alberta; numerous nieces and nephews. A Vigil Service will be held Tuesday, April 6, 1999, 7 p.m. at Moles Funeral Home in Ferndale with a Funeral mass to be celebrated Wednesday, April 7, 1999, 10 a.m. at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Ferndale. Burial Greenacres Memorial Park.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 7 Apr 1999) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JONAK, Walter F. - A prayer service will be held at 6:45 tonight at Moles Funeral Home, and Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Friday at St. Joseph's Catholic Church in Ferndale for Walter F. Jonak, who died Tuesday (July 16, 1985) in Bellingham. Mr. Jonak was born Feb. 8, 1915, in Olean, NY. He and his wife Doris were married on Sept. 21, 1940. He moved to Whatcom County in 1954 when he was transferred by Mobil Oil from Olean to Ferndale. He worked at the Mobil Ferndale plant for 23 years, retiring in 1977. He enjoyed golf, fishing and attending baseball games. Mr. Jonak was a member of St. Joseph's Catholic Church in Ferndale. Mr. Jonak is survived by his wife Doris; a son Edward of Ferndale; three daughters, Barbara VanderYacht, Marie Cook and Kathy Chambers, all of Ferndale; 14 grandchildren; a brother; and a sister.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 18 Jul 1985) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JONAS, Evan Michael, ADAA, passed away June 14, 2002 in San Diego, CA as the result of an automobile accident. He was born April 26, 1982 in Bellingham, WA to Michael W. Jonas and Kim R. Sizemore. Evan attended Mt. Baker High School and Timber Ridge School. June of 2000 he entered Job Corps and received his high school diploma in September 2001. Evan entered the U.S. Navy in October 2001 and was just beginning two years of shore duty at the North Island Naval Air Station in San Diego, CA. Evan's easy smile, spirited personality and caring ways touched many and he will be missed by all. Preceded in death by his grandparents, Archie S. and Winnie Jonas. Survived by his wife Brandi Lane Jonas of San Diego, CA father, Michael W. Jonas and wife Diana of Bellingham mother, Kim R. and husband Clinton Sizemore of Deming brothers, Braden S. Jonas of Deming, Colt L. Sizemore of Las Vegas sisters, Bonnie Rasmussen and Rachel Rasmussen both of Bellingham grandparents, Jake and Margaret DeWaard of Lynden, Dick and Connie Sizemore of Sedro Woolley, Irene Bell of Bellingham and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. Graveside services will be held 1:00 p.m. Monday, June 24, 2002 at Woodlawn Cemetery will full military honors. The family and friends are cordially invited to a commemoration of Evan's life to be held at the Aftermath Hall 1300 Broadway. Westford Funeral Home & Cremation Center.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 21 Jun 2002) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JONAS, Fern E. - At her request, there will be no services for Fern E. (Walser) Jonas of Blaine. Mrs. Jonas died Wednesday, Nov. 10, 1999 at St. Francis Extended Care Center. She was 87. Born Oct 27, 1912 to Oscar and Rosa Walser in Garner, Ark., she had been a local resident since 1960. On Dec. 30, 1950, she married H. R. (Curly) Jonas in Kodiak, Alaska. he died in 1985. Mrs. Jonas was a homemaker. Mrs. Jonas was a member of the Blaine Senior Center. Her hobbies included all types of crafts and painting. Her sons Michael and Edward May, sisters Frances O'Neal and Sylvia Daquila, brother Ralph Walser and one grandchild died previously. Survivors include stepson Ken Jonas of Adkins, Texas; brother Charles (Ray) Walser of Blaine; sisters Lelia Graham of Bellingham and Connie Sautner of Camano Island; one grandchild; three step-grandchildren; one great-grandchild; three step-great-grandchildren; and 18 nieces and nephews. Arrangements are by Whatcom Cremation Association.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 13 Nov 1999) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JONAS, Harold R., age 71, of 1329 Mitchell St., Blaine, passed away Thurs., Nov. 21, 1985 at home. He was born Jan. 12, 1914 in Bend, Oregon, had been a resident of the Blaine area since 1958. Survived by his wife Fern of Blaine; 2 sons Kenneth Jonas of Custer and Harold Jr. of Ray, WA; 1 brother Marv Jonas of Oak Ridge, Oregon; 4 grandchildren. Private family services were held under the direction of Jerns & McKinney Funeral Chapel. Cremation arrangements Jerns & McKinney.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 23 Nov 1985) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JONASSON, Johanna, 93, of Stafholt rest home, passed away Monday, June 26, (1961) at a Bellingham hospital. Mrs. Jonasson had been a resident of Blaine since 1927. She is survived by many nieces and nephews in the Vancouver, B.C. area including Daniel Jonasson of Burnaby, B.C. Funeral services were held Wednesday, June 28 at the McKinney Funeral Home with the Rev. G. P. Johnson officiating. Concluding services and interment were held in the Greenacres cemetery.
(From The Blaine Journal, June 29, 1961) Submitted by John Rauch, typed by Merrily Lawson.

JONASSON, Robert D. - Memorial services for Robert D. Jonasson, 43, 1704 Humboldt St., will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday at the Advent Christian Church, with the Rev. Earl Crouse officiating. A lifetime resident of Whatcom County, Mr. Jonasson died Saturday (May 24, 1975) in a Seattle hospital. He served 20 years in the Army, including Korea and Vietnam, and was employed by the Bellingham Park Department. He was a member of Advent Christian Church. Among those surviving are his widow, Rose Mary, at home; two sons, Dale and Bryan, both in the Navy; two daughters, Dawn Marie Johnson and Robin Lynn Jonasson, both of Bellingham; his mother, Mrs. Ralta Jonasson of Bellingham; a brother, Harry, of Seattle, and two sisters, Pearl Dahl of Seattle and Esther Wise of Port Townsend. Cremation was under direction of Veroske's Bellingham Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 27 May 1975) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JONELI, Georgia E. "Sally" - Services for Laurendeau Foundation for Cancer Care volunteer Georgia E. "Sally" Joneli, 76, will be at 1 p.m. Monday at St. John's Lutheran Church with the Rev. Ken Daugs officiating. Burial will follow at Ten Mile Cemetery. Visitation will be 10 a.m. to noon Saturday and 1 to 3 p.m. Sunday. Mrs. Joneli, of 1675 E. Hemmi Rd., Everson, died Thursday (April 5, 1990). She was born Oct. 28, 1913 in Bellingham. An active member of St. John's Lutheran Church, Mrs. Joneli is remembered by her family as having a beautiful smile, a wonderful sense of humor, and a hearty laugh. One of her aunts described her by saying "she spread sunshine wherever she went." In addition to her church activities, Mrs. Joneli also volunteered for her favorite charity, the Laurendeau Foundation for Cancer Care. Survivors include her daughter Pauline Matheson of Everson; her son Herman Joneli of Everson; five grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; her brothers Howard Davie of Missouri, and Robert Davie of San Bernadino; and many aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews and friends.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 7 Apr 1990) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JONELI, Herman Kevin Joneli, age 44, passed away August 5, 2011 in Mt. Vernon, WA. He was born Jan. 7, 1967 in Bellingham, WA to Herman Larry and Evelyn Joneli of Everson, WA. Kevin loved growing up on the family dairy farm and was a 1985 Mt. Baker High School graduate. He worked retail for many years; first at Payless with his mother where he became a supervisor while in high school; later for Macy's and while living in New Jersey became a store manager for Ralph Lauren. Preceded in death by his father, Herman Larry; he is survived by his mother, Evelyn; brother Paul and wife Shannon; niece April and nephew Cody. A memorial service will be held Monday, August 15, 11:00 a.m. at St. John's Lutheran Church, 2530 Cornwall Ave. in Bellingham.

JONELI, Herman P., age 65 of 1675 E. Hemmi Rd., Everson, passed away Sunday Aug. 8, (1976). A life time resident of Whatcom County, he had been employed by the Milky Way for 25 years and was a retired farmer. He was a member of St. John's Lutheran Church of Bellingham, Goshen Grange, The Teamsters Local and was a Board Member of the Hemmi Rd. Water Association. Surviving are his wife Georgia, a son Herman Jr., a daughter Sally Mathison all of Everson. One brother Carl of Kent and a sister Eda Rice of Bremerton. Also 6 grandchildren. Funeral services will be conducted at St. Johns Lutheran Church, Thurs. Aug. 12 at 1:30 p.m. with the Rev. Neil E. Snider officiating. Interment will be in the 10 Mile Cemetery. Arrangements under the direction of Veroskes Bellingham Chapel.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 11 Aug 1976) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JONES, Agnes L. "Peggy" age 67 of 2311 Birch Bay-Lynden Road, Custer, passed away Saturday, March 30, 1985 at her home. She had been a Whatcom county resident for 43 years and is survived by her husband, Kenneth Jones; 1 son, Erick L. Halldorson and his wife Joan of Bellingham; 1 daughter, Sylvia and her husband Gary Liles of Custer; her mother, Gudrun Nupdal of North Dakota; 3 grandchildren, Scott Liles, Steven Halldorson and Julie Staton; 2 great grandchildren, April and Joshua Staton; 5 brothers and 2 sisters all of North Dakota; numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, April 3 at 10 a.m. at Greenacres Chapel with Pastor Jim Blades officiating. Burial to follow at Greenacres Memorial Park. Arrangements by Moles Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 2 Apr 1985) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JONES, Albert Eugene - Visitation for Albert Eugene Jones of Everson will be from 2 to 9 p.m. today at Gillies Funeral Home in Lynden. A funeral will start at 11 a.m. Tuesday at Nooksack Valley Baptist Church with the Rev. Dennis Wildermuth officiating. Private burial will follow in Greenacres Memorial Park near Ferndale. Mr. Jones died Thursday, April 26, 2001, at home. He was 73. Born March 23, 1928, to Walter and Esther (Cowen) Jones in Van Buren, Mo., Mr. Jones grew up in Missouri and moved to Whatcom County in 1944. He served in the U.S. Navy from 1945 to 1947 and married June Cowart on Sept. 17, 1948, in Lynden. He worked as a mill worker for 30 years at Great Western Lumber in Everson, where he was a member of Sawmill Workers Union Local No. 2667. A member of Grace Lutheran Church in Blaine, he was an avid vegetable gardener, hunter and fisher. He was preceded in death by two brothers, Marshall and Dwain, and a sister, Juanita. Survivors include his wife June, of the family home sons Tony Jones and Randy Jones, both of Everson five grandchildren brothers Jesse Jones and Clarence Jones in Virginia, James Jones of North Carolina, Wayne Jones and Lee Jones, both of Lynden, and Earl Jones of Oregon sisters Edith Schauman of Everett, Edna Sparks of Marysville, Linda Caroll of Camano Island, Alice Mullen of Peonia, Colo., and Juanelda Montgomery of Springhill, La. and numerous other relatives.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 30 Apr 2001) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JONES, Alice J. – Funeral services for Alice J. Jones, 90, 1415 Carden (sic) St., will be conducted by the Rev. Neil H. Braun at 10 a.m. Saturday at Jones Funeral Home. A Whatcom County resident for the past 52 years, Mrs. Jones died Tuesday (July 8, 1975). She was a member of First Advent Christian Church, Senior Citizens, American Legion Auxiliary, South Bellingham Community Club and DAV Auxiliary 19. She is survived by a sister, Mrs. Lulu Clark of Issaquah. Burial will be at 10 am Monday at Greenacres Memorial Park.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 10 Jul 1975) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JONES, Anita Celia, 33, of Okanagan, (sic) passed away Monday Sept. 16, (1974). Mrs. Jones had lived in Lummi Reservation most of her lifetime and is survived by 1 son Arliss Jones of Lummi, 2 daughters Lucetta George of Lummi, Willetta George of Lummi, her mother Mrs. Norbert Charles of Lummi, 1 brother Antone George of Marietta, 2 sisters Lutie Hillaire of Bellingham, Sadie Kelly of Deming, many other relatives. Funeral services will be conducted by Francis Jefferson Friday September 20 at 10 a.m. in Moles Funeral Home. Interment Lummi Reservation Cemetery.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 19 Sep 1974) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JONES, Ann M. – Requiem Mass for Mrs. Ann M. Jones, 80, of Beach Star Route, who died Monday (Feb. 18, 1957) at a local hospital, will be offered Thursday at 9 a.m. at St. Joachim's Catholic Church on Lummi Reservation. Rosary will be said Wednesday at 7 p.m. at Monroe funeral Home in Ferndale. Mrs. Jones had lived in Whatcom County her entire lifetime and was a member of St. Joachim's parish. Surviving relatives include four sons, Victor, Matthew, Vincent and Earl; 12 grandchildren and one great grandchild. Father Joseph Dakin will be celebrant of the Mass with interment following at Lummi Cemetery.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 20 Feb 1957) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JONES, Annie L., age 54, a former resident of the Everson Nooksack area, passed away in Chicago Thursday, May 22nd, (1969) following a short illness. An Internal Revenue Agent she had made her home in the Chicago area for the past 25 years. Surviving are her husband Harold of Chicago, one brother, Robert McCallum of Atwater, Calif., three sisters, Mrs. Dorothy Page of Redmond, Mrs. Ellen Schott of Sequim, and Mrs. Mildred Olson of Blaine. Graveside funeral services will be held in Greenacres Memorial Park Saturday May 24th at 2:30 p.m. with Pastor George Beard officiating. Arrangements by Veroske's McKinney Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 23 May 1969) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JONES, Arthur - Funeral services for Arthur Jones, 4740 Guide Meridian, will be at 1:30 p.m. Thursday at the Jerns & LeVeck Funeral Chapel, with the Rev. James Larson officiating. Mr. Jones, 78, died Sunday (July 13, 1986) at a local hospital. He was born Oct. 7, 1907, in Bellingham, and was a lifelong resident. Before retirement he was a truck driver for 26 years for the Puget Sound Power and Light Co., a member of the Whatcom Lodge F & AM, No. 151, past master of Laurel Grange No. 208, a member of the Victor Community Club, and past school board member of the Meridian School District. Survivors include his wife Minnie of the family home; three sons, Harold and David of Bellingham, and Dennis of Mount Vernon; two daughters Janice Myers of Everson and Kathryn Horgen of Lynden; a sister Sylvia Franklin of Bellingham; fourteen grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. Visitation hours are Wednesday from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. at the Jerns & LeVeck Funeral Chapel. Burial will follow the services Thursday at Ten Mile Cemetery.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 15 Jul 1986) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JONES, Barbara Ann was born April 3, 1924 in Tucson, Arizona to John J. and Edna Marie O'Dowd, and died peacefully at home, after a long illness, with her family at her bedside November 9, 2006. Barbara was preceded in death by her parents, brothers Jack B. and Carl J. O'Dowd, sister Kathleen (Katie) O'Dowd, sister-in-law Tulla O'Dowd, husband Gary W. Wade, husband Burton I Jones and son-in-law Gary Hartman. A graduate of Tucson High School and the University of Arizona, Barbara was a member of Kappa Kappa Gamma Fraternity and KKG Alumni Association in both Tucson and San Diego. She was an active member of the Junior League of Tucson and a past Secretary of the U of A Alumni Association. In 1966, Barbara moved to La Jolla, California with her family. She later met and married the love of her life, Burton Jones. She spent many years as a volunteer and Board Member of Saint Vincent de Paul during the building of their first homeless shelter in San Diego, California. Surviving Barbara are her four children, Cathy Wade (Mike) Morrow of Bellingham, Washington; Ellyn Wade Hartman (Virginia Lyons) of San Diego, California; Wendy Ann Wade of Minneapolis, Minnesota; and Gary A. Wade (Marlis Rufener) of Cove, Oregon. She also leaves behind twelve grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. Barbara is also survived by her two dedicated caregivers of the past 6 years, Evelyn Dyck and Angeline Joy of Bellingham, Washington. Barbara's family wishes to acknowledge with deep love and gratitude the loving care they provided Barbara in her final years. A Memorial Mass will be said on Saturday, December 16, 2006 at 10:30 a.m. at St. Ambrose Catholic Church in Tucson, Arizona. A reception to follow will be announced at that time.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 12 Nov 2006) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JONES, Bessi (Bessalee), 67, a lifetime resident of Bellingham, died Friday in a local nursing home. She was born in Bellingham in January 1915. She was a member of the First Baptist Church and also worked as a waitress. She is survived by three sisters and a brother and also had many close friends in the church. Services are pending at Jerns & LeVeck Chapel and Crematorium.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 4 Jul 1982) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JONES, Betty Ann, age 70, of Blaine passed away Jan. 21, 1996 in Bellingham. Mrs. Jones was born Oct. 14, 1925 at Pt. Roberts, WA to Casey and Olive Lamphere Jones and has been a lifetime county resident. She and her husband owned and operated B.J.'s 2X4 Restaurant on Marine Dr., Bellingham. She loved her grandchildren, cooking and collecting dolls and bells. Survivors are her husband, William Jones, of the family home; two sons, Ron Haugness of Custer and Casey Haugness of Bellingham; two daughters, Sue Haugness of Seattle and Debbie Aaenson and husband Steven of Blaine; her brother, Jim and his wife Carol Jones of Blaine; her sister, Arlene Davis of Blaine; eight grandchildren, including Jeremy Haugness, Sonya Haugness and Jared Aaenson all of Blaine; numerous nieces and nephews. A Memorial Service will be held 11 a.m. Thurs., Jan. 25, 1996 in the United Church of Christ, Blaine, with Pastor Don Walter and Pastor Ed Evans officiating. The arrangements and services are under the direction of The Jerns McKinney Funeral Chapel of Blaine.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 24 Jan 1996) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JONES, Bill Louis, 76, of Bellingham and former owner of Jones Funeral Home, died on Sunday, September 15, 1996, at St. Joseph Hospital, following an extended illness. He was born on July 22, 1920, in Tacoma, WA, the son of Louis and Nyle Jones. The family moved to Bellingham in 1933 where Louis purchased half interest in Harlow Hollingsworth Funeral Home in partnership with P. J. Snyder. Bill graduated from Bellingham High School in 1938. He served his funeral directors and embalmers apprenticeship in Vancouver, WA, and graduated from the San Francisco College of Mortuary Science in 1941. He enlisted in the U.S. Army serving in World War II, returning in 1945 to be in business with his father. He managed Jones Funeral Home until his retirement in 1970. He sold real estate in Whatcom County from 1970 to 1983. He was united in marriage to Nada Cyr in 1963. Bill was a member of the Central Lutheran Church in Bellingham. A member of National and Washington State Funeral Directors Associations; the National Selected Morticians; former member of the Bellingham Bay F&AM #44; the Scottish Rite; Nile Temple of Shrine; past president of the NW Shrine Club; Honorary member of Aloha Shrine Temple in Honolulu; Bellingham Rotary, Bellingham Yacht Club, Bellingham Golf & Country Club; life member of the Bellingham Elks; Bellingham Executives Club; American Legion Post #47 Drum and Bugle Corps; and was on the board of directors of the Mount Baker Recreation Committee. He was active in the FFA at Mount Baker High School and awarded an honorary membership. Survivors include: his wife Nada at the family home in Bellingham; 4 daughters and 3 sons in law, Laurie and Peter Landry of Bellingham; ZoeAnn and Cliff Smith of Snohomish; Carolyn and Ladd Hope of Snohomish; Marsha Goodwin of Halls Lake, WA; 1 son Mark Jones of Bellingham; a sister and brother in law, Betty and Robert W. Clark, of Bellingham; father and mother in law, Floyd and Ruthella Cyr of Bellingham; 9 grandchildren; 5 great grandchildren; 2 nieces and 2 nephews. He was preceded in death by a son, James Jones in 1993. Memorial Services will be conducted at 1 p.m., Thursday, September 19, 1996, at Greenacres Memorial Park. Reverend Leonard Ericksen of Central Lutheran Church will officiate. Arrangements under the direction of Lemley Chapel, Sedro-Woolley, WA.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 18 Sep 1996) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JONES, Byron L. (Barney), aged 73 years, passed away at a local hospital, Tuesday, February 1, (1944). Mr. Jones had resided here the past thirty-nine years and was owner and operator of the Bellingham Tug & Barge Company. Deceased was a life member of B.P.O. Elks No. 194 and a member of the Rotary Club, having served it as president in 1925. Surviving relatives are one daughter, Jettie LaFehr at Chicago; one sister, Miss Roberta Jones at Portland, Ore.; one grandson, Donald Barney Stewart. The remains are at the funeral home of Harlow-Hollingsworth where services will be conducted by the officers of the Elks Lodge, Saturday, February 12, at 3 p.m. Final resting place, Bay View.

JONES, Cecil G. - Funeral services for Bellingham resident Cecil G. Jones, 87, will be held 1 p.m. Thursday at Greenacres Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will be in Greenacres Memorial Park. Mr. Jones died Wednesday (Dec. 19, (1990) at St. Joseph Hospital. Born Oct. 31, 1903, in Mountain View, Wash., he worked for Northwest Hardware for 20 years and then Morse Hardware for 20 years before retiring in 1966. He enjoyed saltwater sport fishing and tending his garden and lawn. Mr. Jones' wife, Wanda, died in 1986. Survivors include a sister, Luella Johnson of Seattle, and numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 21 Dec 1990) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JONES, Charles M., age 73 of 201 Lincoln St., Nooksack, WA, passed away March 15, 1993 at Bellingham Care Center. He was born April 25, 1919 to Thomas A. and Maude Stephens Jones in Gentry County, Missouri. Mr. Jones retired from the Whatcom County Road Dept. Bridge Crew; served in the Army in WWII; was a member of American Legion Post #212 in Sumas, WA and Teamster's Local #231. He was a former City of Nooksack councilman. He is survived by his wife Sophie "Pat" Jones of Nooksack; three sons, Tom and his wife Mary Lou Jones; Stephen and his wife Debra Jones, all of Nooksack; Mark and his wife Tammy Jones of Bellingham; five daughters, Pamela and her husband Bob Ames of Lawrence; Barbara and her husband Dick Larson of Sumas, Rebecca and her husband Marshall Judy of Burlington, Diana and her husband Mark Borges of Colorado, Sheila and her husband Doug Lagerwey of Everson, twenty-three grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by three brothers, John, Clifford and Donal and one daughter, Teresa Kay Jones. A mass of Christian burial, celebrated by Father Gary Southerton, will be held 2 p.m. Friday, March 19, 1993 at St. Joseph's Catholic Church in Lynden, WA, followed with burial at Nooksack Cemetery. Visitation will be Thursday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Jerns LeVeck Chapel. Arrangements and services are entrusted to the Jerns LeVeck Funeral Chapel.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 18 Mar 1993) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JONES, Christopher Michael, age 17 of Blaine, passed away June 8, 1997. Chris was born February 6, 1980 to Michael and Kim (Melton) Jones in Bellingham and was a lifetime Blaine resident. Chris just completed his Junior year at Blaine High School where he played basketball, tennis, soccer and golf. He also enjoyed cooking. Chris is survived by his parents of the family home; his brother and best friend, Matthew R. Jones, of Blaine, Maternal Grandmother, Marlene K. Brown of Blaine, and Paternal Grandfather, Lefty Melton, of Spokane; his special friend, Hiede Collier, of Blaine; aunts and uncles, Dale and Eva Jones of Buchannan, TX, Dick and Jessie Jones of Bremerton, WA, Bud and Etta Jones of Addy, WA, Judy and Larry Lucchi of Ferndale, Bill and Nancy Jones of Ferndale, Danny Jones of Tucson, AZ, Kathy and Gary Brassfield of Blaine, Bob and Gail Melton of Blaine, Judy Melton of Blaine; Ron Melton of Seattle; so many close and loved cousins with special memory of Darryl (sic). Chris was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Pearl and Jack Dolan, of Blaine; Paternal Grandfather, Leo Jones of Medford, OR, Maternal Great-grandfather, Bob Melton, of Sioux Falls, SD; Step-grandfather, Dr. Arthur Brown, of Blaine, WA; and many special aunts and uncles. A Service of Remembrances will be held 7:00 p.m., Wednesday, June 11, 1997, in the Performing Arts Center, Blaine High School, with Rev. Donald Walter officiating. Visitation will be 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Wednesday in the Jerns McKinney Funeral Chapel. The arrangements and services are under the direction of The Jerns LeVeck Funeral Chapel of Blaine.

JONES, Clarence Archie, age 18, 1301 W. Holly, passed away suddenly Wednesday, May 20, (1964). He was a member of St. Joachim's Catholic Church and is survived by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Earl Jones; 1 sister, Mrs. Rosalie Scott, Oregon City; 1 brother, William Jones of Marietta; numerous other relatives. Rosary service will be conducted Sunday, May 24 at 8 p.m. in Moles Funeral Chapel. Holy Mass will be offered by Rev. Father Kevin Coyle Monday, May 25 at 10 a.m. in St. Joachim's Catholic church. Final resting place, Lummi Cemetery.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 22 May 1964) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JONES, Clyde C., age 85, 5775 Golden Eagle Drive, Ferndale, passed away Wednesday, July 14, 1993 in Ferndale. He was born July 29, 1907 to Zemeriah and Ossie Brawley Jones at New Liberty, MO. He married Wilba Williams on Sept. 27, 1934; had lived in Whatcom County 46 years. Mr. Jones was an active member of the American Legion Kulshan Post 154, a member of Ferndale Senior Center and the United Church. He was a retired Ferndale City employee. Survivors include his wife of the family home; daughters Janine Macy, Winlock, WA; Radine Carey, Ferndale; and Joyce Young, Seattle; 7 brothers, 2 sisters, 10 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by daughter Clydine Jones in January 1990, four brothers and one sister. Funeral services will be Monday, July 19, 1 p.m. at the United Church of Ferndale with Rev. Richard Wyanski officiating; burial will follow at Greenacres Memorial Park with military honors by American Legion Bellingham Post #7 and Kulshan Post #154. Visitation hours will be Sat., July 17 and Sun. July 18 from 2-4 p.m. at Moles Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 18 Jul 1993) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JONES, Delores L. - A funeral for Delores "Dee" L. Jones of 2471 Yew Street Road will be at 3 p.m. Thursday at Greenacres Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Carl O. Fischer officiating. Burial will follow in Greenacres Memorial Park. Mrs. Jones died Monday, July 24, 1995, at St. Joseph Hospital. She was 67. Born Jan. 4, 1928 to Dudley and Louise Hamlin Harper in Philadelphia, she moved to Seattle as a child and lived in Bellingham the past 4-1/2 years. Married to Donald E. Jones on Nov. 9, 1968, in Seattle, she lived in New Jersey for two years and in California for 17 years. Mrs. Jones enjoyed playing golf. She also was an active member of Elks Travelers in Santa Maria, Calif. and was a member of the meat cutters union in Seattle. Survivors include her husband of the family home; daughter Christine Schindler of Everett, stepdaughter Deborah Christensen of Bellingham and one grandson.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 26 Jul 1995) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JONES, Donald - Burial services for Donald Jones, infant son of Mr. and Mrs. William Jones, will be held at 1:30 p.m. Friday at Lummi Cemetery with Francis Jefferson officiating. The boy died Tuesday. He also is survived by three brothers Elliott, Andrew and Elmer, all at home, 920 11th St., and his grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. William Washington of Lummi. Moles Funeral Home, Ferndale, is in charge of arrangements.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 27 Feb 1969) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JONES, Donald Edward, age 67, of Bellingham, passed away at home, Thursday, January 1, 1998. Born August 8, 1930 in Bellingham to Edward P. and Ella (Albrecht) Jones, he graduated from the University of Washington and was employed as an electronic engineer for 18 years, retiring from ITT Corporation; he was also employed by Boeing and Western Electric. Mr. Jones served in the U.S. Air Force during the Korean Conflict as a Staff Sgt.; was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church where he served as an elder; member of Elks #1538 in Santa Maria, CA; and American Legion Post #7 member in Bellingham. Preceded in death by his wife, Delores L. Jones in July of 1995 and son, Steven T. Jones in March of 1985; he is survived by sons, Kenneth E. Jones of Bellingham, Michael B. Jones of Palmer, AK; daughter, Deborah Christensen of Bellingham; step-daughter, Christine Schindler of Everett; brother, Vernon and wife Irene Jones of Bellingham; 3 grandchildren, Michael Brandon Jones, Marleana Jones, and Corey A. Christensen; numerous nephews, nieces and other relatives including Loren and Grace Strandt; and a special friend Nancy. Visitation will be Monday, Jan. 5, 1998 from 9 a.m. - 9 p.m. at Greenacres Funeral Home. A funeral service will be held Tuesday, Jan. 6, 1998 at 2:00 p.m. in Greenacres Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Douglas Iben officiating. Greenacres Funeral Home.

JONES, Earl Franklin, age 48, 7196 Hannegan Road, passed away in Pasco, Wn. Saturday, Dec. 18, (1965). A six year resident of this community Mr. Jones was a commercial fisherman and was also a cattle dealer. Survivors are his widow, Ruth Marie; two sons, Dennis and Michael, both of Dillard, Ore.; three daughters, Erlene, Dillard, Ore.; Mrs. Calvin Henifin, Ferndale, and Mrs. Bert Brock, City; two grandchildren; five brothers, Arlis of Medford, Ore.; Ray, Cottage Grove, Ore.; Lloyd, Eugene, Ore.; Verna, Sweethome, Oregon; Melvin, of Kansas City, Mo., and a sister, Mrs. Lawrence Lindvig of Williston, N. Dakota. Service will be conducted by Rev. C. Theodore Hegg Wednesday, Dec. 22 at 1:00 p.m. at the Jones Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Greenacres Memorial Park. Visiting hours Monday through Friday 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.

JONES, Edward, 57, of Lummi Shore Rd., Bellingham, passed away Thursday, July 19, (1973). Mr. Jones had been a resident of the Lummi Reservation for several years and the Tulalip Reservation most of his lifetime and was a WWII Army veteran. He is survived by 2 daughters, Mrs. Diane Francis Jones of San Diego, Mrs. Linda Ann Thornton of Gold Bar; 2 sons, Edward L. of Lummi, Gordon Ray of Lummi; his stepmother, Mrs. Ceceila (sic) Jones of Marysville; 1 sister, Mrs. Lillian E. Williams and 5 brothers, Lawrence Carl, Jr., Jerry Robert and Richard, all of Marysville; a half brother, Robert Sam of Yakima; 1 uncle, Andrew Smartlowit of Yakima; 12 grandchildren; numerous other relatives. Christian pray services will be conducted in Moles Funeral Home Sunday, July 22 at 7 p.m. Requiem mass will be offered by Rev. Father Duggan in Saint Joachims Catholic Church, Monday, July 23 at 10 a.m. Interment Lummi Reservation Cemetery.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 20 Jul 1973) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JONES, Eldred M. - Funeral services for Eldred M. Jones, 4000 Flynn St., will be at 1 p.m. Monday at Jerns & LeVeck Funeral Chapel, with the Rev. Dennis Anderson officiating. Burial will be in Enterprise Cemetery. Mr. Jones, whose nickname was "Big Guy," died Thursday (Aug. 1, 1985) in a local hospital. He was born May 3, 1902 at Custer, and lived in Whatcom County as a young man. He worked as a log scaler in Roseburg, Ore., for 23 years before returning to Bellingham in 1975. He was a member of the Moose Lodge in Roseburg. Survivors include his wife Martha; a son; three stepsons, including buck Jones of Ferndale; a step-daughter, Marsha Jones of Bellingham; six grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; a brother; and two sisters. Visitation will be from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. today and from 1 to 4 p.m. Sunday at Jerns & LeVeck Funeral Chapel.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 3 Aug 1985) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JONES, Elenor "Nellie" 95, of 1509 E. Victor St., died of natural causes Wednesday (Jan. 31, 1990) at her residence. A private service with burial in the Bayview Cemetery will be under the direction of Westford Funeral Home. Mrs. Jones was born Elenor White on Oct. 18, 1894, in Lowestoft, England. She moved to Vancouver, B.C., with her mother in 1910, and she married Weaver Jones there in 1912. Mr. Jones preceded her in death in 1970. Mrs. Jones had been a Bellingham resident for 76 years. She was employed by Washington Co-op for many years. She also worked for Wilson Florists and Janson Florists. She was a charter member of the Bellingham Senior Activities Center. Survivors include: two sons, Harold of Bellingham and Howard of Lummi Island; six grandchildren; and 10 great-grandchildren.

JONES, Elizabeth, died at age 80. A 68 year resident of Whatcom County, Mrs. Elizabeth Emily Jones of 1669 West Smith Rd. passed away Saturday Sept. 2, 1967. She was a charter member and past mother of Fraternal Order of Eagles Aerie 31 Auxiliary. Surviving are a daughter, Mrs. Sylvia Franklin of Bellingham: 2 sons Vernon at home and Arthur of Bellingham: two brothers Henry Rauch of Renton, WA. and Stanley Rauch of Bellingham, 4 sisters, Mrs. Alice Martin of Bellingham, Mrs. Bertha Young of Aberdeen, WA, Mrs. Marie Petersen of Portland, OR, and Mrs. Gertrude Ellingsen of Marysville, WA, seven grandchildren and 16 great grandchildren. Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Wed. at Jones Funeral Home and burial will be in Greenacres Memorial Park of Ferndale, WA.
Submitted by John Rauch

JONES, Ella A., age 76 of 2726 Alderwood, passed away Sunday, Jan. 1, (1978). A resident of this community for the past 66 years, Mrs. Jones was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church, Ladies Aid Society and graduated from Nooksack Valley High School in 1919. She is survived by 2 sons, Donald Edward Jones of Santa Maria, Calif., and Vernon Frank Jones, City; 4 grandchildren. Services Friday, Jan. 6, 1 p.m. in Trinity Lutheran Church. Interment Greenacres Memorial Park. Arrangements by Jones Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 5 Jan 1978) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JONES, Ella M. age 89, of 308 W. Champion St., B'ham, passed away Fri. Nov. 24, 1978. Mrs. Jones was a licensed practical nurse and had been in the B'ham area since 1975. She is survived by a son, Marshall Jones of Ferndale, 2 nephews in Bakersfield, CA. At her request no services were held. Cremation under the direction of Veroske Jerns Funeral Chapel.
(From the Bellingham Herald, 27 Nov 1978) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JONES, Elsie S. - Prayer services for Elsie S. Jones, 48, will be held at 1 p.m. Friday at Veroske's McKinney Funeral Home, Blaine, with the Rev. Gerald Mayovsky officiating. Burial will be in Greenacres Memorial Park. Mrs. Jones, who died in a local hospital Saturday (July 28, 1973), will lie in state from 9 a.m. to noon Friday. She had lived in the Blaine area since 1962 and is survived by her widower, Leslie; a daughter, Teresa Wong of Ottawa and sons, David Chan of Cornwall, Ont., and Peter Cheung in England, and four grandchildren.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 2 Aug 1973) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JONES Emma D., who with her husband started Fisherman's Cove Restaurant and Marina, died Tuesday (March 19, 1985) at her home on Lummi View Drive at the age of 83. Mrs. Jones was born on Waldron Island Oct. 21, 1901. She came to Whatcom County as a young girl with her parents, Heinrich and Maria Rayhorst, who farmed south of Ferndale. Rayhorst Road is named after the family. She and her husband, Harold, bought land at Gooseberry Point in 1944 and built the restaurant and marina. There was no electricity there at the time, and no homes, a son said. Harold Jones died in 1955. Mrs. Jones was active in operation of the restaurant until she became ill last year. Mrs. Jones was a member of Soroptimist International of Bellingham. She is survived by three sons Gordon, Donald and Wallace, all of Whatcom County; eight grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Friday at Greenacres Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Greenacres Memorial Park. Arrangements are by Moles Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 20 Mar 1985) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JONES, Eric Braden - Funeral services for Eric Braden Jones, age 3, of 2455 Crestline Dr., Ferndale, were held Tues., Jan. 19, 10:30 a.m. in Greenacres Mausoleum with Rev. Leonard C. Ericksen officiating. Interment Greenacres Memorial Park. Eric passed away Saturday January 16, 1982 at his home in Ferndale, and is survived by his parents Buck and Nancy Jones; 1 brother Ryan Jones; 1 sister, Jennifer Jones, both at home; grandparents, Big Guy and Martha Jones; Cecile Flack, all of City; numerous aunts, uncles and cousins; godparents Gary and at Medcalf of Ferndale. He was a baptized member of Central Lutheran Church. Jones Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 19 Jan 1982) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JONES, Evelyn Carleen - Prayer services for Evelyn Carleen Jones will be said by the Rev. Peter Duggan at 11 a.m. Tuesday at Moles Funeral Home, Ferndale. Burial will be in Lummi Reservation Cemetery. The infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. William Jones, Marietta, died Sunday. She is also survived by two sisters, Rosanna and Julianne, and a brother, William Jr., all at home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 29 Oct 1973) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JONES, Evelyn O., age 76, of 1261 E Smith Rd., passed away Friday, Oct. 29, (1976). Mrs. Jones had been a resident of this community for the past 28 years. Surviving are one son, Royal Jones, city; one daughter, Mrs. Patricia Stromer, city; one brother, Richard Carpenter, Hastings, Neb.; two sisters, Mrs. Eunice Morse, Crete, Neb.; Mrs. Alta Jones, Clay Center, Neb.; 4 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren. Graveside services will be held Monday, Nov. 1 at 10:30 p.m. Greenacres Memorial Park. Arrangements by Jones Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 31 Oct 1976) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JONES, Florence Sadie, age 48, of Beach Star Route, passed away Thursday, Sept. 25, (1958) at her home, following a brief illness. She had been a resident of the Lummi Reservation her entire lifetime and was a member of St. Joachim's Catholic Church. Surviving relatives include her husband Vincent; four daughters Janet, Della, Ann and Eleanor; five sons, Daniel, Robert, Lloyd, Clyde and Harley, all at the Lummi Reservation; one sister Mrs. Earl Jones of the Lummi Reservation, and one brother Clarence Ross of LaConner. Rosary services will be Friday, Sept. 26 at 8 p.m. in the Monroe Funeral Chapel in Ferndale. Holy Mass will be offered by Rev. Father Joseph Dakin in St. Joachim's Catholic Church., Saturday, Sept. 27, at 9 a.m. Interment in the Lummi Cemetery.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 26 Sep 1958) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JONES, Frank Milton was born June 27, 1891, on a farm near Gowrie, Iowa. He was the youngest of five children. The family moved to Ritzville, Washington when Mr. Jones was but a small child, and he grew up in that city. Later he attended the College of Puget Sound and the University of Washington from which he was graduated in 1914 with the degree of Bachelor of Science. In 1915 he married Miss Lulu Mower, of Blaine, who passed away in 1934. During their married life they lived in numerous localities throughout the United States, following Mr. Jones' occupation of chemist, and in Alaska where he served as a school teacher. In 1935 Mr. Jones became, by appointment, City Clerk in Blaine, which position he held until his passing. In August of 1935 he married Miss Leota Bice of Blaine. One daughter, Elizabeth, was born to this union. Mr. Jones became a member of the Methodist church during his boyhood, and retained that membership until the last. He was also a member of the Masonic Lodge. He was one of the organizers of the Melody Men's quartette, which is known throughout the county. He passed away very suddenly at his home at 8:45 on the morning of Friday, July 25, following an unexpected heart attack. Until that time he had been in perfect health. He was 50 years of age. Besides his widow and his daughter he leaves one brother Elmer C. Jones of Seattle; one sister, Mrs. Clara Landreth of Ritzville; two nephews and two nieces; and a host of friends who will miss him in the years to come.
Submitted by Robert Mix.

JONES, Geraldine "Jerry", 61, 5610 First St., Ferndale, died Wednesday (April 1, 1981) in a local hospital. She was born Sept. 17, 1919, in Spokane and had been a resident of Ferndale for 13 years. Survivors include her husband, James, three sons, a step-son, two daughters, a step-daughter, her mother, a brother, 24 grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Services will be at 2:30 p.m. Friday at Moles Funeral home. Burial will follow in Greenacres Memorial Park.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 2 Apr 1981) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JONES, Gordon Ray, age 37, of 2718 Smokehouse Rd., B'ham, passed away Fri. May 4, 1979. A resident of Lummi for most of his lifetime. Member of St. Joachim's Catholic Church. He is survived by 2 sons, Danny Jones of Lummi and Richard Jones of Seattle. His parents Mr. and Mrs. Henry Sullivan of Lummi. Brother Edward L. Jones of Lummi. 2 sisters Diana Jones of Vista, CA and Angela Martin of B'ham. Grandparents Cecilia Jones of Marysville; Mr. and Mrs. Felix Solomon of Lummi. Numerous other relatives. Vigil prayer services will be held at Moles Funeral Home, Wed. May 9 at 7:30 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated by the Rev. Philip Bloom at St. Joachim's Catholic Church, Thurs. May 10 at 10 a.m. Interment will follow at Lummi Reservation Cemetery.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 9 May 1979) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JONES, Harley Haskell was born January 13, 1946 and passed away January 16, 2003. Harley was born in Whatcom County to Vincent C. Jones and Sadie Ross Jones. Harley was preceded in death by his son Lloyd Vincent Jones, brothers Daniel, Robert, Lloyd, John and Ernie. His late grand parents were Johnny and Mary Anne (Victor) Jones and Daniel and Rosalie (Kwina) Ross. He is survived by his sisters and their mates, Janet and Robert Dennis, Della and Clayton McClusky, Mary Anne and John Solomon, Eleanor Patterson and Jesse Cody and one brother and his mate Clyde and Theresa Jones and two first cousins and their spouses, William and Josie Jones and Rosalie and Ralph Scott and numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. Harley spent most of his life on the Lummi Reservation where he loved to fish with his brother Clyde. When the "first" Lummi Casino opened at the Lummi Neighborhood Facility, Harley enjoyed dealing cards there. He was very proud of the casino. He loved to listen to music and one of his favorite performers was the King Elvis Presley. Harley spent the last 12 years of his life in Nespelem at the Colville Convalescent Home. Vigil Services will be held Sunday, January 19, 2003 at 6:00 p.m. Funeral Service will be held Monday, January 20, 2003 at 10:00 a.m. with Joanne Hall officiating. Both services will be held at the Wexliem Building. Burial to follow at Lummi Cemetery.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 19 Jan 2003) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JONES, Harold B., age 49 of 3409 Plymouth Dr. passed away Wed. April 25, 1979. Mr. Jones had been a resident of B'ham for many years and was employed at the Mt. Baker Plywood. He leaves to survive his wife Angela of the family home. 2 sons: Randy of Eureka, Calif. and Carroll of Redding, Calif. 3 daughters: Cheryle Simpson, Karen Wilson and Janis Tremaine all of this city. 7 grandchildren. his parents: Mr. and Mrs. Harold F. Jones of this city. A sister: Dolores Stevenson of Lake Goodwin, WA. Numerous nieces and nephews. Mr. Jones was preceded in death by a daughter Candace Rice in 1978. Funeral services will be conducted Saturday April 28 at 1:30 p.m. in the Chapel of the Westford Funeral Home, with Rev. Leonard Ericksen officiating. Followed by private interment on Monday.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 28 Apr 1979) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JONES, Harold F. "Gramps" age 90, of Bellingham, passed away Sun., May 4, 1997, at home. He was born Aug. 21, 1906, in Clear Lake, WA to Thomas and Phoebe (Bartl) Jones and had been a Whatcom County Resident for the past 51 years. Mr. Jones had been a logger. He married Alfreda Goad on July 3, 1926, in Clear Lake and she preceded him in death on Aug. 14, 1980. Also preceded in death by a son, Harold Bud Jones on April 25, 1979. Survived by a daughter, Dolores Stevenson of Bellingham; grandsons: Randy Jones of McKinley, CA. Carrol Jones of Eureka, CA, Guy Birdsell & wife Gail of Marysville, Jim Birdsell & wife Kathy of Bellingham; granddaughters, Carrie Stevens of Phoenix, AZ and Barbara & husband Dennis Doolittle of Arlington, WA; daughter-in-law, Angela Jones of Bellingham; step-granddaughters, Karen & husband Gary Wilson, Cheryl Lauren and Janice & husband Rick Termaine all of Bellingham; 12 great-grandchildren; one great-great-granddaughter, and numerous other family members. A graveside service will be held Wed., May 5, 1:00 p.m. at Greenacres Memorial Park Mausoleum with Rev. Richard Talley officiating. Greenacres Funeral Home.

JONES, Hazel - Services for Hazel "Minnie" Jones, 84, who lived in Bellingham for the last 10 years, will be at 11 a.m. Thursday at the Westford Funeral Home Chapel. Mrs. Jones died Monday (June 20, 1988). She was born Jan. 28, 1904, in Clarion, Iowa. Her most recent home was the Sehome Park Care Center. Her husband, Ben, died in 1969. Survivors include a daughter, Helen Nymeyer of Bellingham; a brother, Raymond Fox of Lynden; a sister, Dorothy Bucholtz of Cheyenne, Wyo.; two grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. Arrangements are by Westford Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 22 Jun 1988) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JONES, Helen I. - Visitation for Helen I. Jones, formerly of Bellingham, will be from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday at Greenacres Funeral Home. A funeral will be at 2 p.m. Friday in Greenacres Funeral Home chapel, with the Rev. David Erickson officiating. Burial will follow in Greenacres Memorial Park. Mrs. Jones died Friday, Jan. 2, 1998, in Boring, Ore. She was 84. Born Oct. 4, 1913, to Edwin and Ella Wallace Kehr in Collinsville, Ill., she married William Jones Dec. 31, 1934, in Bellingham. She worked as a commercial fisher with her husband. A former resident of Federal Way, Mrs. Jones was a member of Steel Lake Grange. She enjoyed flowers, gardening, fishing, boating and country music. She was preceded in death by her husband in 1980. Survivors include daughter Rebecca Davis of Graham, Jacqueline Graves of Eagle Creek, Ore., and Janet Boom of Golden, Colo.; brother Arthur Kehr of Tillamook, Ore.; eight grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; and many other relatives.

JONES, Helen Wanda - Graveside services for Helen Wanda Jones, 81, 3027 Alderwood Ave, will be at 1 p.m. Thursday at Green Acres Memorial Park, with the Rev. J. Timothy Lann, pastor of the Birchwood Presbyterian Church, officiating. Mrs. Jones died Saturday (March 15, 1986) in Bellingham. She was born Dec. 28, 1904 in Lawrence and was a lifetime resident of Whatcom County. Mrs. Jones was a member of the Birchwood Presbyterian Church and the church women's club. She graduated from Blaine High School in 1923. She worked as a secretary for many years in Bellingham and was the co-owner and operator of Young Fashions Store in Bellingham. She met her husband while working at Northwest Hardware Company. Survivors include her husband, Cecil G. Jones, of the family home; and several cousins.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 18 Mar 1986) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JONES, Howard Louis - A private service for Howard Louis Jones of Bellingham will be held at a later date. Burial will be in Greenacres Memorial Park near Ferndale. Mr. Jones died Sunday, Jan. 2, 2000, at Mount Baker Care Center. He was 84. Born Aug. 14, 1915 to Weaver and Nellie (White) Jones in Bellingham, he had been a lifetime Whatcom County resident. Mr. Jones graduated from Whatcom High School in 1934 and earned degrees from University of Washington and Western Washington University. He was a member of Western Washington University and Viking Tribute to Champions halls of fame. On Dec. 28, 1939, he married Helen Critchlow in Bellingham. Mr. Jones served as a captain in the U.S. Air Force during World War II. He earned a Purple Heart, three Bronze Stars, Presidential Unit Citation, French Croix De Guerre and the American Campaign Medal for his service in campaigns in Europe, Africa and the Middle East. Mr. Jones was a coach, teacher and administrator for Bellingham School District for 32 years before his retirement in 1977. He also fished commercially during the summers. Mr. Jones was a member of Bellingham Elks Club and a charter member of Bellingham Golf and Country Club and Bellingham Yacht Club. He enjoyed golfing, fishing and hunting. He especially enjoyed spending time with his hunting dogs. Survivors include his wife of the family home; daughters Heidi Krieg of Blaine and Becky Goad of Mount Vernon; son Roger Jones of Blaine; brother Harold Jones of Bellingham; three grandchildren; and many other relatives.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 5 Jan 2000) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JONES, James E. - A graveside service for James E. "Jim" Jones of Blaine will be at 2 p.m. Monday at Greenacres Memorial Park with military honors by Blaine Post No. 86, American Legion. A memorial service will follow at 3 p.m. at the United Church of Christ Congregational in Blaine. The Rev. Judith Bardsley and pastor emeritus Don Walter will officiate. Mr. Jones died Tuesday, May 18, 1999 at Stafholt Good Samaritan Center. He was 70. Born June 11, 1928 to Wallace and Olive Lamphier Jones in Bellingham, he was a lifelong Whatcom County resident and live in Blaine and Point Roberts. He married Carolyn Elbie on Feb. 27, 1953 in Blaine. From 1953 to 1955, he served in the U.S. Army Engineers as a combat construction specialist and completed his career as a technical sergeant. Mr. Jones worked at Alaska Packers Association in Blaine as a journeyman maintenance machinist for 35 years. He spent several summers working in Bristol Bay and on Kodiak Island. A member of the United Church of Christ Congregational, he enjoyed hunting, fishing and building and selling whirligigs. Survivors include his wife of the family home; son Steve Jones of Blaine; daughters Lori Rothenbuhler of Bellingham and Julie Burdick of Sedro-Woolley; sister Arlene Davis of Blaine; four grandchildren; two step-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 21 May 1999) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JONES, James F. (Jim), age 28, of 2123 James St., Bellingham, died Wednesday, Sept. 15, 1993. Jim was born in Anacortes on Aug. 19, 1965 and was a lifetime resident of Whatcom County. He leaves to survive a wife Catherine; daughter Jessica and stepson Adam of Bellingham; parents, Bill L. and Nada L. Jones of Bellingham; 1 brother Mark of Bellingham; 4 sisters, Laurie of Bellingham, Zoe Smith of Snohomish, Marsha Goodwin of Edmonds, Carolyn Hope of Winthrop; grandparents, Floyd and Ruthella Cyr of Bellingham and numerous nieces and nephews. At his request, there will be no services. Arrangements by Greenacres Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 17 Sep 1993) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JONES, James L., 73 years, Ferndale, passed away Sun., Dec. 26, 1993 in Bellingham. He was born Nov. 29, 1920 in Blair, NE, to Arthur and Hazel Jones. Mr. Jones was a Whatcom County resident for 70 years; was a member of Plumbers and Steamfitters Union Local #40; was employed 40 years with NW Plumbing and retired in 1985; was an avid fisherman, one of the few men who had his own fishing shack right along the Nooksack River; was an accomplished gardener growing both flowers and vegetables. He is survived by three daughters, Shirley Tamcke and husband Ronald, Hazel Galen and husband James, Janet Heaton and husband Greg, all of Bellingham; one son, James Jones of Index, WA; 9 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; 1 brother, William Jones of L.A., CA; nieces, nephews and other relatives. A graveside service will be held on Thurs. Dec. 30, 1 p.m. at Greenacres Memorial Park with Pastor Al Currier officiating. Arrangements by Moles Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 29 Dec 1993) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JONES, Jean L. – A funeral Mass for Jean "Tex" Lester Jones of Bellingham, formerly of Blaine, will be celebrated at 9 a.m. today at St. Anne Catholic Church in Blaine with the Rev. Tim Sauer officiating. Mr. Jones died Sunday, Dec. 17, 2000 in Bellingham. He was 84. Born July 4, 1916 to John Paul and Ann (Lester) Jones in Harris, Texas, he moved to Whatcom County 47 years ago. Mr. Jones was a retired customs broker. He was active in the Democratic Party. Following his retirement, he traveled. Arrangements are by Jerns Funeral Chapel of Blaine.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 20 Dec 2000) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JONES, Jean Laurraine, age 76 of Bellingham, passed away Sept. 13, (1975). A lifetime resident of Whatcom County, Mrs. Jones was a member of the First Presbyterian Church and Mt. Baker Chapter of Gold Star Mothers. Mrs. Jones attended schools in British Columbia. Surviving sister Marguerite Moore and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her son Bob who was lost in a raid over Germany in 1945. Graveside services Wed. Sept. 17 at 3 p.m. in Greenacres Memorial Park. Arrangements by Jones Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 15 Sep 1975) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JONES, Jeannetta M. - A celebration of life for Jeannetta M. (Speelman) Jones of Blaine will be at 2 p.m. Monday at Greenacres Funeral Home in Ferndale, with the Rev. Conrad Edwards officiating. Burial will follow in Greenacres Memorial Park in Ferndale. Mrs. Jones died Monday, July 3, 2000, in Blaine. She was 90. Born May 4, 1910, to John and Nettie (VanWoudenberg) Speelman in Rock Valley, Iowa, she moved to Whatcom County in 1948. Mrs. Jones co-owned The Joneses Resort in Birch Bay in the 1950s and 1960s. Mrs. Jones was a member of Ferndale Chapter O.E.S., served as past worthy matron of the Ruth Chapter O.E.S. of Blaine, deputy instructor to the worthy grand matron, grand representative to Delaware O.E.S. and worthy high priestess of White Shrine of Jerusalem. Her hobbies included traveling, knitting and reading. Her husband, Lloyd W. Jones, died in 1974. One grandchild also died previously. Survivors include daughters Elaine L. Meiers and Sylvia J. Metivier, both of Birch Bay.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 7 Jul 2000) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JONES, John Rucker - A graveside service for John Rucker Jones of Sedro-Woolley will be at 4 p.m. Saturday at Saxon Cemetery, with the Rev. Steve Mason officiating. Mr. Jones died at his home Tuesday, July 28, 1998. He was 38. Born June 27, 1960, to Donald and JoAn Rucker Jones, he graduated from Ferndale High School in 1978. He married Marti Nelson March 8, 1989 in Bellingham. For the last eight years, he owned and operated South Bay Gardens. Mr. Jones attended Christ the King Church and enjoyed sailing, reading and music. His father died in 1988. Survivors include his wife of the family home; children Paul Jones, Hannah Jones and Jonathan Jones, all of the family home; his mother of Bellingham; brother Jeffery Jones of Bellingham; and many other relatives. Arrangements are by Greenacres Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 31 Jul 1998) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JONES, Johnnie, 72-year-old Lummi Indian, died Tuesday (March 6, 1945) at his home on the reservation. Surviving are the widow Annie; four sons, Victor, Vincent and Earl, all residing on the reservation, and Matthew, serving overseas with the army and eight grandchildren. Funeral services will be conducted from the Catholic church on the reservation at 10 a.m. Friday with the Rev. William Greier officiating. Interment will be made in the reservation cemetery under the direction of the Monroe funeral home of Ferndale.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 8 Mar 1945) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JONES, Katherine Mustappa, age 84 of Bellingham, passed away December 23, 1997 at St. Joseph Hospital with her husband and daughter by her side. She was born September 27, 1913 in Bellingham to Anthony and Mary (Brodonovich) Mustappa. Katie was a lifetime resident of south Bellingham and a graduate of Western Washington University. She was a substitute school teacher for many years in the Bellingham School District. January 20, 1943, Katie married Tony Jones at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Bellingham, WA. Her mission in life was complete love and total devotion to her family. Preceded in death by her beloved son, David Michael in 1978; a sister, Anna Simon; and a brother Dominic Mustappa. Survived by her husband of 54 years, Tony Jones of Bellingham; her daughter and son-in-law, Nancy and Terry Olsen of Bothell; grandchildren, Michael and Julie Olsen of Kirkland, Lon and Shannon Opfer of Kirkland; Betsy Olsen of Bothell; great-grandchildren, Mandy and Mason Opfer and her name-sake, Katie Marie Olsen. Also survived by her brother, Nicholas Mustappa and family. Funeral Mass will be held 10:00 a.m. Monday, December 29, 1997 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church. Arrangements by Westford Funeral Home.

JONES, Kenneth, age 60 died Saturday, November 8, 1980. He was a resident of 2012 Bayview Ave., Blaine. He is a member of the United Church of Blaine and member of the Masonic Lodge and Eastern Star. He is survived by his wife Ezetta and a son Terry of Blaine; a brother James; 2 sisters, Mrs. Arlene Davis and Betty Jones, all of Blaine; 2 grandchildren. Funeral services will be conducted Wed., Nov. 12, 1980 at 11 a.m. in the Jerns-McKinney Chapel with burial to follow in Greenacres Cemetery.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 11 Nov 1980) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JONES, Kenneth W. passed away on Sunday, October 1, 2006 in Bellingham. He was 80, born September 17, 1926 in Port Angeles to William and Thelma (Fuller) Jones. Kenneth was a real estate broker for many years, the last 25 with Ballard Management. He'd been an avid sports fisherman his entire life, making many trips into mainland Canada and Vancouver Island with his nephew/stepson, Gary Liles and other friends. He was married to Agnes L. Jones until she passed away in 1985. Kenneth loved his family and friends and coworkers and was there for them in every situation. Kenneth is survived by his stepchildren, Gary and Sylvia Liles, Erick and Dorothy Halldorson; sister Barbara Perkins; 3 grandchildren; 6 great-grandchildren; 4 great-great-grandchildren; and many special friends. At his request, no services will be held. Moles Greenacres Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 5 Oct 2006) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JONES, Kristine Carol, "Sna-Nee-Lia" also known as Lawana Jones, age 51, 2615 Lummi Shore Road, Bellingham, passed away at home Wednesday, Jun 14 1995. She was born to Edward Barcello, Sr. and Elizabeth Washington on December 15, 1943 in Klamath Falls, OR, and has resided in Whatcom County all her life except for the 14 years spent in San Jose. Kristine was a member of St. Joachim's Catholic Church of Lummi and graduated from Ferndale High School in 1961. She attended the Bellingham Business College where she earned a degree in secretarial skills and had worked as a secretary for the Lummi Indian Business College for 14 years and for the Prudential Life Insurance Company in San Jose, CA for 14 years. Until recently she worked for the Lummi Casino as executive secretary since it opened. Kristine married Edward L. Jones on May 23, 1992 at the Lummi Neighborhood Facility and was very active, with her children, as chaperone for the Ferndale High School band. She also enjoyed mowing the lawn and working in her garden. Survivors include her husband Edward of Lummi; a daughter Kristin Kinley, Lummi; sons Thomas B. Kinley, USAF stationed in Korea; Troy L. George of the family home; brothers, Joseph Brudevold of Bellingham; Eddie Barcello of San Diego, CA; sister Shirley Barcello of San Francisco, CA; uncle Vendeen "Buck" Washington of Lummi; father Edward Barcello, Sr. of Lemon Grove, CA; numerous other relatives in California and at Lummi. Vigil Service led by Father Patrick McDermott will be Sunday, June 18, 7 p.m. and Funeral Mass offered by Fr. Patrick McDermott will be Monday, June 19, 10 a.m. both services at Lummi Neighborhood Facility. Burial will follow at Lummi Reservation Cemetery. Arrangements by Moles Funeral Home, Ferndale.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 16 Jun 1995) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JONES, Lazola May, of Port Orchard and formerly of Sumas and Everson, passed away Friday, February 1, 2002 at the VA Hospital in Seattle. She was born in Nebraska. Her husband Rollis F. Jones, 3 children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren survive her. A graveside service will be held Wed., Feb. 6 at 11 a.m. in Greenacres Cemetery.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 4 Feb 2002) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JONES, Leona M., born Leona Eddy on April 29, 1910 in Frazee, Minnesota. Preceded in death by beloved husband Stanley, she was a devoted daughter, wife, mother and teacher. Leona came to Blaine, Whatcom county, in 1924, she graduated Valedic Victorian (sic) from Blaine High School. She attended Bellingham Normal School and the University of Washington and was a skilled, loving, and beloved teacher of hundreds of children until her retirement in 1972. Her first teaching position was at Lynden High School and she subsequently taught in Whidbey Island, Point Roberts and the orthopedic hospital in Bellingham during the polio epidemics in the 1940's. Many of her students were in iron lungs. She ended her career at F.B. Cooper Elementary in Seattle as a reading teacher. Leona is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Lee and Charles Berquist; grandsons Eric and Jon; brothers, Charles of Marysville, Robert of Clipper Mills, Calif., and her dearest friend, Ruth Loreen of Seattle. No services at her request. Cremation with interment to follow at Greenacres Memorial Park, Ferndale. [d. March 29, 1985 Seattle]
(From The Bellingham Herald, 31 Mar 1985) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JONES, Leota, 89, of Pea Ridge, Ark., died Monday, April 7, 2003, at Bates Medical Center in Bentonville, Ark. She was born March 13, 1914, in Blaine, Wash., to Frank Bice and Elsie Gotchy Bice. She moved to Pea Ridge from Chandler, Ariz., in 1998. She was a homemaker and a member of the United Methodist Church of Pea Ridge and the United Methodist Women in Chandler. She enjoyed camping, fishing, crafts and sewing. She was preceded in death by her husband, Frank Milton Jones in 1941, and a son, Alan Jones.
Survivors include a daughter and son-in-law, Elizabeth Mix and Robert Mix of Pea Ridge; a brother, Ralph Bice of Seattle, Wash.; two grandchildren; three step-grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; and eight step-great-grandchildren. Cremation arrangements were by Sisco Funeral Home of Pea Ridge. A private memorial service will be held in Blaine, Wash., at a later date.
(From The Times of Northeast Benton County, April 16, 2003)Submitted by Robert Mix.

JONES, Lewis Henry - A private, family service for Lewis Henry Jones of Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, formerly of Bellingham, was held. Mr. Jones died Friday, Oct. 1, 1999, at Kootenai Medical Center. He was 76. Born March 18, 1923, to James E. Jones Sr. and Bridella (Fryman) Jones in Evansville, Ind., he lived in Bellingham from 1955 to 1972. Mr. Jones served in the U.S. Navy during World War II. In 1974, he married Eleanor Culp. About 25 years ago, he moved to Coeur d'Alene, where he worked as a lineman in power line construction. He also trimmed trees. He enjoyed fishing and cooking. Survivors include his wife, of the family home; daughters Francis (sic) L. Sweitzer of Ferndale and Juanita Young of Camano Island; stepdaughter Jean Powell of San Clemente, Calif.; stepson Jerry Freeman of Antelope, Calif; sister Sharon Bolich of Post Falls, Idaho; five grandchildren; and one great-grandchild. Arrangements are by Yates Funeral Home of Coeur d'Alene.

JONES, Lloyd Vincent, age 34 of Lummi Reservation, passed away Friday, August 9, (1974). Mr. Jones had been a resident of Lummi his entire life time and is survived by 4 sisters, Mrs. Della Jones of Lummi, Mrs. Janet Dennison, Miss Mary Ann Jones, Miss Eleanore Jones, all of Bellingham; 3 brothers, Daniel, Clyde and Harley, all of Lummi; 1 aunt Mrs. Mildred Jones and 3 uncles, Victor, Mathew and Earl, all of Lummi. Vigil prayer services will be held Tuesday 7 p.m. at Moles Funeral Chapel. Mass of Christian Burial Wed. 10 a.m. St. Joachim's Catholic Church. Burial Lummi Cemetery.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 12 Aug 1974) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JONES, Lloyd W. - Funeral services for Lloyd W. Jones, 68, Birch Bay, will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday in Veroske's Funeral Home. He died Sunday (Aug. 25, 1974). A resident of Birch Bay for the past 25 years, he was a retired refrigeration engineer at the Blaine Air Force station. He was a member of Doric Lodge 192 A&FM of Seattle, Royal Arch Masons, past Watchman of Shepherds of Nazara Shrine 12 of Ferndale and was pasty worthy patron of Ruth Chapter 52, OES, of Blaine. Survivors include the widow, Jeannetta; two daughters, Sylvia Metivier of Birch Bay and Elaine Meiers of Bellingham; two brothers, Harold of Bothell and Raymond of Grand Junction, Colo.; a sister, Murlah Bobier of South Sioux City, Neb.; and two grandchildren. Burial will be in Greenacres Memorial Park with ritualistic rites by Whatcom Lodge 151, F&AM.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 27 Aug 1974) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JONES, Loretta Mae - A funeral for Loretta Mae Jones, formerly of Blaine, will be at 1 p.m. Monday at Chapel of Rose City, Portland, Ore. A graveside service will follow at Rose City Cemetery. Mrs. Jones died Wednesday, Feb. 19, 1997, at her home in Chinook, Wash. She was 79. Born May 28, 1917, to George and Adah Eaton Boyer in Columbus, Ohio, she grew up in the Parkrose district of Portland. Mrs. Jones worked in shipyards during World War II and then for Van Duyn Chocolate Shops in Portland. She married Sam Senner in 1934. After his death, she married Lloyd "Doc" Jones in 1968. A California resident before moving to Blaine, Mrs. Jones moved to Chinook five years ago. She enjoyed taking care of animals and raised pigs on her farm in Blaine. She also enjoyed crafts, fishing, shopping and visiting Alaska and Reno, Nevada. In addition to her first husband, Mrs. Jones was preceded in death by several brothers and sisters. Survivors include her husband; sons Samuel Senner of Anchorage, Alaska, Randy Senner of Chinook, Robert MacKenzie of Chico, Calif., and Larry Jones of Hermosa Beach, Calif.; daughters Shirley Kilwein of Vancouver, Wash., Adrienne Eager of Chinook, Cheryl Scheib of Blaine, Sheryl Jones of Chico and Joanne Jones of Hermosa Beach; brothers Howard Boyer of Portland and Oscar Boyer of Eagle Creek, Ore.; sisters Amelia Schaefer of Portland and Leona Ludahl of Eagle Creek; 24 grandchildren; and 21 great-grandchildren.

JONES, Louis F., 92, who co-owned and operated Jones Funeral Home from 1933 to 1967, died Saturday (Jan. 18, 1986). He lived at 924 N. Garden St. Mr. Jones was born Nov 10, 1893, in Denver, Colo., and moved to Bellingham in 1933. He was a member of Garden Street United Methodist Church, where he served as chairman of the board for eight years. He was a past president of the Bellingham Rotary Club and Past Commander of the Albert J. Hamilton Post No. 7 of American Legion. He was a past president of the Metropolitan Dinner Club in Bellingham and a member of Elks Lodge No. 194. Mr. Jones also belonged to the Bellingham Bay Lodge, No. 44, F&AM; York Rite Bodies; and Nile Temple, Seattle. Surviving are his wife, Nyle G. Jones of Bellingham; a daughter Betty Clark of Bellingham; a son Bill Jones of Lynden; 10 grandchildren; and 15 great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be at 1 p.m. Tuesday at Jones Funeral Home, with the Rev. Edgar L. Starr and the Rev. Roger Johnson of Garden Street Methodist Church officiating. Burial will be in Greenacres Mausoleum.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 20 Jan 1986) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JONES, Margie F., age 84, of Bellingham, WA, passed away Monday, December 22, 1997, in Bellingham. She was born in Whatcom County on June 19, 1913, to Matthew and Emma (Neal) Oelkers. In 1958, she married Jack Jones in Bellingham. For 39 years, she was employed by Georgia Pacific as a floor person, retiring in 1978. Margie was an avid gardener. She enjoyed fishing and boating and was a member of the Wheel & Keel Club. Survivors include her husband Jack Jones of Bellingham; niece Barbara and husband Gary Edin of Hansville, WA; great-nephews Matthew and Mark Edin of Seattle; nephews, Sherwood Forest of Seattle and John Forrest of California; step-children, Doris and husband Bob Goetz of Marysville, Judy and husband Jim Gay of Lynnwood, Tom and wife Beverly Jones of Bellingham; and other relatives. A Memorial Service will be held 11:00 a.m. Saturday, December 27, 1997, at Jones-Moles Funeral Home Chapel.

JONES, Marie Rose, 83, of Camano Island, died Tuesday, September 23, 1997 following an extended illness. She was born February 1, 1914 in Plevena, Montana. Marie moved to Whatcom County in 1920. She married Ivan Jones on July 3, 1937. They lived in Bellingham until moving to Darrington in 1943. In 1963 they moved to Camano Island where she lived until her passing. Marie was preceded in death by her husband Ivan in 1988. She leaves one daughter and son-in-law Ivalee and Stan Parmeter of Lakewood, WA; two sons, Charles E. Jones of Lake Goodwin and Brian and his wife Laura Jones of Camano Island, four grandchildren, Chris and his wife Rhonda Parmeter, Kari Parmeter, Spencer and Celia Jones and brother Les Knudsen of Lynden, also many nieces and nephews. Memorial services will be held 12 noon, Saturday, September 27, 1997 at the Stanwood United Methodist Church, Stanwood with Pastor John Reinmuth officiating. Private family graveside services were held in the Anderson Cemetery, Stanwood. Arrangements under the direction of Gilbertson Funeral Homes, Stanwood.

JONES, Martha J., age 79, of 4000 Flynn St., passed away Sunday, Dec. 6, 1987. She was born Nov. 22, 1908 in Custer, WA. She is survived by 1 daughter, Marsha Jones of Bellingham; 2 sons, Buck and his wife Nancy of Ferndale and Jan Jones of Hawaii; 2 grandchildren, Jennifer and Ryan Jones of Ferndale; 1 brother, Eddie Heidman of Bellingham; 1 sister, Edna McCarty of Seattle; sister-in-law, Doris Heidman of Bothell; numerous other relatives. Services will be held Thurs., Dec. 10, 1 p.m. at Greenacres Funeral Home Chapel, the corner of Northwest and Axton Rds. with burial following in Greenacres Memorial Park.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 8 Dec 1987) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JONES, Mary W., age 97 of 3104 Plymouth Dr., passed away Mon. Jan. 3, (1983). Mrs. Jones had resided in Bellingham for the past 72 years, was a member of the Church of the Assumption and the Catholic Daughters. Survived by 2 sons, Charles Bow and wife Margaret and Lewis J. "Jack" and wife Marge Jones; 3 daughters, Dorothy and husband Jerry Skaggs, Grace and Jack Isaacs and Eva and husband Adam Durham, all of this city; 10 grandchildren, Michael J. McGinnis and Tom Jones, both of City, Doris Goetz of Marysville, Judy Gay and Mary Hudson, both of Seattle, Jacqueline Boyle of Moses Lake, Adam Durham Jr., Patricia Stowers, Dorothy Callan and Donna Wahl, all of Calif. Services are pending at the Westford Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 3 Jan 1983) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JONES, Matthew - A Mass of Christian Burial for Matthew "Matt" Jones, 78, 2761 Kwina Road, will be celebrated at 10 a.m. today at St. Joachim's Catholic Church. The celebrant will be the Rev. Jack Buckalew. Burial will be in Lummi Reservation Cemetery. He died Thursday (May 23, 1985) in Bellingham. Mr. Jones was a lifelong resident of the Lummi Reservation, where he was born Aug. 19, 1906. He was a member of St. Joachim's Catholic Church. On the reservation he had been well known as a baseball player. Survivors include his wife, Sadie; two brothers, Victor Jones and Earl Jones of Lummi; a stepson, Glen Lane of Lummi; three stepdaughters Ernestine Ballew, Rena Ballew and Beverly Cagey, all of Lummi; 24 grandchildren; 30 great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews and other relatives.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 25 May 1985) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JONES Michael Robert, age 4-1/2 of 241 W. King Tut Rd., Lynden, passed away suddenly Monday, September 9, (1974). Surviving are his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Herman Jones of Lynden; a sister, Sandra Rae at home; maternal grandfather, Howard Graham of Bellingham; paternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Robert M. Jones of Fontana, Calif.; numerous aunts and uncles and a cousin, Mark Jones at home. Funeral services will be held in Veroske's Bellingham Chapel Thursday, September 12 at 11 a.m. with the Rev. Ray A. Kellom officiating. Burial in Greenacres Memorial Park.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 11 Sep 1974) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JONES, Milton Perry, age 55 of Seattle, passed away Sunday, Dec. 30, (1973) in Seattle. A former resident of the Birch Bay community and graduate of Blaine High School, he was a WWII veteran, a member of DAV, Lake City Elks Club and the Machinists Union. He is survived by 1 son, Michael of Topeka, Kansas; 2 brothers, James L. of Ferndale and William E. of Los Angeles; several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be conducted Friday, Jan 4 at 1:30 p.m. in Moles Funeral Chapel with Rev. David Nelson officiating. Followed by burial in Greenacres.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 2 Jan 1974) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JONES, Minnie Elizabeth - Services for Minnie Elizabeth Jones, 77, of 4740 Guide Meridian, a lifelong county resident, will be at 1:30 p.m., Tuesday, at Jerns and LeVeck Funeral Chapel and Crematorium. Burial will follow at Ten Mile Cemetery. Mrs. Jones died Friday (July 6, 1990) at a Bellingham nursing home. She was born on August 8, 1912, in Bellingham. Mrs. Jones was a member of Laurel Grange, Victor Community Club and Laurel Home Demonstration Club. Survivors include sons Harold and David of Bellingham and Dennis of Mount Vernon; daughters, Janice Meyers of Everson and Kathy Horgen of Lynden; sisters Arvilla Woodhams of Bellingham and Myrtle Armstrong of Ferndale; 14 grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; and other relatives.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 9 Jul 1990) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JONES, Monty B. of Tacoma died Monday, May 26, 1997. He was 77. Born March 6, 1920, in Blaine, he married Thelma Woll on Dec. 20, 1952. Mr. Jones graduated from Western Washington State College now Western Washington University, with a master's degree. A World War II veteran, served in the Army Signal Corps building the Alcan Highway and in Europe. He also served in the Civilian Conservation Corps. Mr. Jones was a teacher at Ferndale High School and Pasco Community College. He was a member of the Masonic Lodge in La Conner and enjoyed fishing and nature. He was preceded in death by brother William B. Jones and sister Eunice. Survivors include his wife; sister Gerri Nye of Martinez, Calif.; brother Richard Jones of Yuma, Ariz.; and numerous nieces and nephews.

JONES, Nancy E. – A funeral service for Nancy Elizabeth Jones of Ferndale will be at 1 p.m. Thursday at Christ the King Community Church, with the Rev. Steve Mason officiating. Private burial will be in Bayview Cemetery. Mrs. Jones died Monday, May 15, 2000 at her home. She was 61. Mrs. Jones was born Sept 16, 1938 in Seattle. On Aug 23, 1985, she married Casey Jones. Mrs. Jones was a foster parent for 35 years. She enjoyed writing, drawing, board games and animals. Survivors include her husband of the family home; sons Byron Lane of Ferndale and Del Rinaldo of Spokane; and daughters Brandi and Becca Lane, both of Ferndale. Arrangements are by Moles Funeral Home of Ferndale.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 17 May 2000) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JONES, Nyle G., age 94, formerly of Parkway Chateau, passed away Thursday April 18, 1991 in Shuksan Convalescent Center. Born October 17, 1896 in Spokane, WA to Maude Gould Harrison and James Marshall Harrison, she was the widow of Louis F. Jones. He preceded her in death January 1986. They were married in 1917 at Spokane, WA, residing in Tacoma, WA, Portland, OR, and Seattle, WA, before moving to Bellingham in 1933. At that time Louis F. Jones bought Harlow-Hollingsworth Funeral Home, now Jones Funeral Home. Both Mrs. Jones and her husband were very active in the community. Mrs. Jones was Past President of Bellingham Music Club; Past President of Aftermath Club; Past President of Women of Rotary; an active member of Albert J. Hamilton Post #7, American Legion Auxiliary; member of Chapter F, P.E.O.; Lake Whatcom Garden Club; YWCA; Garden Street United Methodist Church; Past President of the Women's Fellowship; a long time member of Martha Watson Group; member of Bellingham Golf and country Club and Bellingham Yacht Club. She leaves to survive son, Bill L. and wife Nada Jones; daughter, Betty E. and husband Bob Clark; 10 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren. Private family services will be held. Visitation Sunday, April 21, 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. at Jones-Moles Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 20 Apr 1991) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JONES, Olive M. - Funeral service for Olive M. Jones, age 90, of 1709 Euclid Ave., will be Mon., Feb. 3, 1 p.m. at Greenacres Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Leonard C. Ericksen, Central Lutheran Church, officiating. Interment Greenacres Memorial Park. Mrs. Jones passed away Wed., Jan. 29, 1986. A Whatcom County resident since 1911, she is survived by 2 sons, Leslie R. Jones of Renton, Donald G. Jones of Everett; daughter, Mrs. Marion Hall of City; sister, Mrs. Doris Caffee of Fresno, Calif.; 6 grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren; 3 great-great-grandchildren. Jones Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 31 Jan 1986) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JONES, Pansy Ruth of Highland Convalescent Center died Monday, Nov. 8, 1993. She was 92. At her request, no services will be held. Mrs. Jones was born July 19, 1901 to August and Olla Greve in Akron, Ohio. The family moved to Seattle when she was a child and she attended schools and received nursing training in Seattle. She received her nursing license in 1924 from Methodist Hospital and worked in the children's ward at Seattle General Hospital until 1939. She married Victor G. Jones in 1939 in Seattle and they moved to McKenzie Street in Bellingham in 1944. Mrs. Jones had been a resident of Highland convalescent Home for 9 years. Her husband died July 13, 1973, and a brother, Albert Greve, died in 1991. Survivors include daughter Nancy Sorenson of Bellingham; grandson Ronald Sorenson of Bellingham; granddaughter Tara Sorenson of Bellingham; and close friend and neighbor Bobbi Williams.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 10 Nov 1993) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JONES, Ralph R. - Funeral services for Ralph R. Jones, 61, will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday in Woodlawn Cemetery. Mr. Jones, 2303 Moore St., died Monday (Feb. 3, 1975) in a local hospital. He was a retired auto storage warehouseman and member of the Port Angeles Elks Lodge. Survivors include his daughters, Juanita Zurflueh and Sharon Tone, both of Bellingham, his mother, Mrs. Myrtle Conklin of Everett, and seven grandchildren. Veroske's Bellingham Chapel is in charge of arrangements.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 4 Feb 1975) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JONES, Rex A., age 84, of Ferndale, died Thursday, October 9, 1997. He is survived by his wife of fifty-nine years Millie J. (Jennings) Jones; son Roy A. Jones of Fairbanks, AK; daughters, Reida K. Jones Ballard and Rebecca (Robin) Jones both of Ferndale; brothers, Talmadge Jones of Ferndale, Ray Jones of Clinton, KY, Homer Jones of Bardwell, KY; sisters Thelma Signs of Lakeland, FL, Louise Jackson of Collinsville, IL; eight grandchildren; numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. He was preceded in death by his parents, and sister Avanell Jump. Mr. Jones was born January 1, 1913, to Thomas and Pearl (Holder) Jones in Central City, KY. He farmed in western Kentucky until volunteering for the U.S. Navy during WWII. Mr. Jones worked as a carpenter for over fifty years. In 1958 he returned to farming and continued carpentry until his retirement in 1996. He was a resident of Ferndale from 1958-1974 returning in 1995. He was a member of Bellingham Carpenters Union, and the First Baptist Church of Ferndale where he was a deacon. He enjoyed coon hunting, fishing, baseball, football, hockey, and following his grandchildren in their activities. A Funeral Service will be Wednesday, October 15, 1997, 11:00 a.m. at the First Baptist Church of Ferndale, with a Graveside Service to follow at Enterprise Cemetery. Pastor Ralph Poulson officiating at both. Arrangements by Moles Funeral Home & Cremation Service.

JONES, Richard A. - Burial services will be held 10:30 a.m. Wednesday for Richard A. Jones, Marietta, who died Saturday (Nov. 21, 1970) from undetermined circumstances. He was 29. An autopsy report has not been completed by the Coroner's Office. Besides his widow, Dorothy, Mr. Jones is survived by one daughter, Ginger; his mother Mrs. Alice Solomon; his father Edward Jones; grandmother, Mrs. Angeline Alexander; two sisters, Angela Solomon and Diane Dixon; two brothers Edward Jones and Gordon Jones. Prayer services will be set for Tuesday evening at Moles Funeral Chapel. Graveside services will be in the Lummi Cemetery.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 23 Nov 1970) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JONES, Richard M., aged 84 years, beloved husband of Mrs. Jennie Jones, 1633 Moore street, this city, passed away at the family residence this morning, Tuesday, Sept. 16, (1941) after a lingering illness. Mr. Jones had resided in Bellingham for the past forty-one years and was a member of the Episcopal Methodist church at Bridgetown, Ontario. Surviving relatives, besides the widow, include two sons and five daughters, Leonard L. and Gordon E. Jones, of Sacramento, Cal.; Mrs. A. B. Johnson, and Mrs. Merbbile Gerry, of Bellingham; Mrs. Thomas Anderson, of Route 3 Ferndale, Wash.; Mrs. Albert Hallert, of Oakland, Cal.; and Mrs. James Loveland, of San Francisco, Cal.; one brother, Mr. John N. Jones, of Bellingham. Fourteen grandchildren and five great grandchildren. Mr. Jones rests at the Bingham-Dahlquist Funeral Home, where funeral services will be held Thursday afternoon, Sept. 18. at 2 o'clock, with Rev. James E. Milligan, pastor of the Garden Street Methodist church officiating. Interment will be made in Bay View cemetery.

JONES, Robert L. - Rosary services for Robert L. Jones, 33, Marietta, will be held at 7:30 p.m. Sunday at Moles Funeral Home. Requiem mass will be offered at 10 a.m. Monday at St. Joachim's Catholic Church with the Rev. Father John O'Sullivan officiating. Burial will follow in Lummi Reservation Cemetery. [d. Dec. 31, 1970]
(From The Bellingham Herald, 3 Jan 1971) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JONES, Robin Levi, also known as Ye-ah-ten, passed away on August 27, 2004. Proud member of the Lummi Tribe and baptized at St. Joachim Catholic Church, Robin was born September 7, 1963 in Bellingham to Edward Lee Jones and Della M. McCluskey. In March 1997, Robin married Starina Williams at the Lummi Nation Gymnasium. His many interests included softball, baseball, basketball, sport fishing, making dream catchers and god's eyes, and spending time with his children, family and friends. He was a lifetime fisherman, worked at the Lummi Casino, and worked for four years at the Buse Lumber Mill in Everett. He also worked in maintenance with the Swinomish Tribe. He is preceded in death by his grandparents; Edward "Buck" Jones, Vincent "Crim" Jones and Sadie Ross Jones, and his uncles; Daniel, Robert, Lloyd, John, Ernie, Harley, Gordon, and Richard. Robin is survived by his wife Starina Jones his father Edward Jones, his mother Della and husband Clayton McCluskey, grandmother Alice E. Solomon, sisters Leah and husband Chris James, Rachel and husband Terry Entz, Michelle Owings and brothers Lance and Guy. He is also survived by his Uncle Clyde and wife Theresa Jones, Aunt Ann and husband John Solomon, Aunt Eleanor and Jesse Cody, Aunt Angie Martin, Aunt Diane Jones, godparents Ralph and Rosalie Scott, stepsons, Jesse Wolf-John and Loren Edwards, Jr., grandson DeMonte "Babas" Wolf-John, god-daughter Lakeisha Rose Rice, brothers-in-law Leon B. John of Swinomish, David Williams of Marysville, sisters-in-law Lucetta John of Swinomish, Jenny Cayou of Swinomish, Della Manibusan of Swinomish, Tina Rice of Swinomish; his mother-in-law Rose Marie Williams of Swinomish, and numerous nieces and nephews. A Prayer Service will be held at the Wex Liem Community Center, Bellingham, Washington on Thursday, September 2, 2004, at 7 p.m. A Funeral Service will be held on Friday, September 3, 2004 at 10 a.m. with burial services to follow at Lummi Cemetery.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 4 Sep 2004) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JONES, Rodney Lousious, formerly of Bellingham, died Monday, June 16, 1997, in Seattle. He was 65. A private service was held. Born Jan. 30, 1932, in Bellingham to Elmer and Alice Hume Jones, he served in the U.S. Air Force from 1952 to 1954 in Germany. Mr. Jones worked in retail stores and as an interior decorator. He enjoyed reading and drawing. Survivors include sister Muriel Yates of Bellingham, brother Milton Jones of Bellingham and nieces and nephews. Arrangements are by Cremation Society Northwest in Lynnwood.

JONES, Rollis F., age 85 of Port Orchard passed away on Monday, December 4, 2006. He was born on June 13, 1921 in St. Charles, ID to Frank and Lila (Harrup) Jones. Rollis served in the Army Air Corps during WWII and was a member of the Sumas American Legion Post 212. He worked for many years as a farm industrial mechanic. Rollis was preceded in death by his wife, Lazola Jones. His daughter, Diana Hendricks (Gary); son Wayne Jones (Gerildean); stepson Eugene Smith (Sonia); eight grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren survive him. A Graveside Service will be held on Friday, December 8, 2006 at 2:30 p.m. at Greenacres Memorial Park.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 7 Dec 2006) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JONES, Rose Boone, 85, of 2165 Ferndale Terrace, Ferndale, died Monday (April 29, 1985) in Bellingham. Mrs. Jones was born Feb. 5, 1900 in Newark, MO, and had been a Whatcom County resident since 1936. She was married to James Lloyd Jones, who preceded her in death. She was active in the Ferndale Senior Center, the North Bellingham Orthopedic Guild and worked at Pynor's Store in North Bellingham for 29 years. Survivors include her daughter Barbara Behnke of Ferndale; two sisters; a sister-in-law Claribelle Jones of Bellingham; four grandchildren, including Michael Behnke and Nancy Stull of Custer and Lori Steinbech of Ferndale; and great-grandson Austin Behnke of Bellingham. Graveside services will be at 1 p.m. Wednesday at Woodlawn Cemetery.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 30 Apr 1985) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JONES, Ruby Alexandra - Funeral services have been set for next Monday at 10 a.m. in St. Joachim's Catholic Church for Mrs. Ruby Alexandra Jones, 52, of Beach Star Route, who died Wednesday (July 1, 1953) in a local hospital at the age of 52 years. She had lived in Whatcom county since 1927 and is survived by one daughter, Mrs. Norma Jefferson, Beach Star Route. Rev. Fr. Donald Conger will conduct the services, with burial in the Lummi cemetery under direction of the Monroe mortuary of Ferndale.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 3 Jul 1953) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JONES, Ruth E., 1400 12th St., age 88, passed away Sunday, Aug. 18, (1974). Mrs. Jones was born in Wausau, Wisc., and moved to Bellingham in 1909 and had resided here since that time. She was active in the local USO during WWII. Surviving are 1 daughter, Mrs. Margaret Inge, City; 2 sons, Robert O. Byrnes, Lincoln City, Ore., Richard J. Byrnes, City; 7 grandchildren; 6 great-grandchildren. Services will be conducted Wednesday, Aug. 21 at 3 p.m. at Greenacres Memorial Park, Rev. David G. Danielson officiating. Jones Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 20 Aug 1974) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JONES, Shirley Walter, age 83, of Bellingham, passed away Tues., Aug. 6, 2002, in Bellingham. He was born July 19, 1919, in Seattle to Walter and Elizabeth (Catching) Jones and had been a Whatcom County resident for most of his life. He was a WWII veteran of the U.S. Navy and served aboard the U.S.S. Prometheus. Mr. Jones was a member of the Albert J. Hamilton Post #7, American Legion and the Plumbers & Steamfitters Union #265. He was a welder and worked on the Baker Dam project and at various refineries. Mr. Jones was an accomplished builder and also farmed. He enjoyed fishing and roller skating. Survived by his wife, June (Gallagher) Jones of Bellingham sister, Pauline McLeod of Mill Creek two nieces, Judy Hafenscher of Oregon and Penny Marshall of Redmond and numerous friends. Preceded in death by a daughter, Eilene Jones. A graveside service will be held Mon., Aug. 19, 1:00 p.m. at Greenacres|Moles Cemetery with Rev. Al Currier officiating. Military honors by Albert J. Hamilton, Post #7, American Legion.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 16 Aug 2002) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JONES, Sophie Ann "Pat" age 72, formerly of 201 E. Lincoln St., Nooksack, died January 16, 1996 in the Christian Health Care, Lynden, after a 15 year illness. Mrs. Jones was born in Kooi, Wyoming, to John and Jadwiga Agnes Washut and moved to Whatcom County in 1926. She was a member of the St. Joseph Catholic Church in Lynden and The Alter Society. She was very active in the church and enjoyed her family gardening and reading. She is survived by her three sons, Tom and his wife Mary Lou Jones, Stephen and his wife Debra Jones of Nooksack and Mark and his wife Tammy Jones of Bellingham; five daughters, Pamela and her husband Bob Ames of Everson, Barbara and her husband Dick Larson of Sumas, Rebecca and her husband Marshall Judy of Nooksack, Diana and her husband Mark Borges of Colorado, Sheila and her husband Doug Lagerwey of Everson; one sister, Rosemary Witman of Ferndale, and 26 grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband Charles in 1993; her daughter, Teresa Jones; three brothers, John Ligocki, Andy Ligocki and Louie Ligocki; two sisters, Susan Franzen and Agnes Ligocki. A Vigil for the Deceased will be held 7:00 p.m. Thursday, January 18, 1996, in the St. Joseph Catholic Church in Lynden and the Funeral Literagy will be held 10:00 a.m. Friday, January 19, 1996, in the St. Joseph Catholic Church in Lynden. Burial will be in the Nooksack Cemetery. Father Woody McAllister will celebrate the services. Visitation will be 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Thursday, January 18, 1996 in The Jerns LeVeck Funeral Chapel in Bellingham. The arrangements are services are under the direction of The Jerns LeVeck Funeral Chapel and Crematorium of Bellingham.

JONES, Vernon, age 76 of Bellingham, passed away at his residence Friday, February 19, 1982. He leaves to survive 1 sister, Sylvia Franklin and husband Ernie of Bellingham; 1 brother Arthur Jones and wife Minnie of Bellingham; 2 uncles and 3 aunts; 12 nieces and nephews. Funeral arrangements are pending at Veroske, Jerns & LeVeck Funeral Chapel.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 21 Feb 1982) submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JONES, Victor B., age 78 of 1314 Logan St., passed away June 13 in Bellingham. A life resident of Bellingham, Mr. Jones was a retired carpenter. He was a member of First Presbyterian Church of Bellingham. The Last Mans Club of the WWI Veterans, VFW Laurel Post No. 3685 and the Carpenters Local No. 756. He is survived by his wife Jean of Bellingham; 2 sisters, Mrs. Beatrice Salinger of Cashmere, WA, and Mrs. Beulah Siegel of Bellingham. Graveside services will be conducted by the Rev. Russell Bisnett, Monday, June 16 at 2 p.m. at Greenacres Memorial Park. Arrangements by Jones Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 15 Jun 1975) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JONES, Victor G., age 86 of 1407 19th Street passed away in a local hospital July 12, (1973). Mr. Jones has resided in Bellingham for the past 30 years and was a retired electrician. He was a member of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Worker's Union. He leaves to survive his wife, Pansy Jones at the family residence and 1 daughter, Nancy A. Sorensen of Bellingham, and 1 granddaughter. Graveside services will be held Monday, July 16 at 1:30 p.m. in Greenacres Cemetery with major John Rocheleau officiating under the direction of Bingham and Jerns Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 15 Jul 1973) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JONES, Vincent C., age 62 of Marietta, passed away Wed. Feb. 28, (1968). He is survived by four daughters, Mrs. Della Jones of Lummi, Mrs. Janet Dennis, Ann Jones and Eleanor Jones all of Bellingham, five sons, Daniel, Robert, Lloyd, Clyde and Harley, all of Lummi; three brothers, Victor, Mathew and Earl of Lummi, and seven grandchildren. Rosary services Thursday, 8:15 p.m. in Moles Funeral Chapel. Requiem Mass Friday March 1st, at 10 a.m. in St. Joachim's Catholic Church. Interment Lummi Cemetery.
(From The Bellingham Herald (WA) 29 Feb 1968) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JONES, Wayne Joseph, age 50, born May 14, 1945 in Portland, OR. Passed away in Spokane, WA on June 9, 1995. Survived by wife Pamela Jean Jones and family. Mother Virginia Beardslee of Point Roberts, WA. Two sisters Nancy Jones of Sparks, Nevada and Ronda Beardslee of Mesa, Arizona. Grandmother Gladys Ridpath of Bellingham, WA. Two brothers: Charles Beardslee of Point Roberts, WA and Steven Beardslee of Bellingham. Three nieces and two nephews. Memorial service will be June 19, 1995 at North Bellingham Full Gospel, 824 W. Smith Road at 7 p.m. pastor John Stump officiating. Interment to be at Greenacres Memorial Park.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 18 Jun 1995) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JONES, Wilba L., age 84 of Ferndale, died on Tuesday, December 23, 1997. She is survived by her daughters, Janine Macy of Winlock, WA, Radine Carey of Ferndale, Joyce Young of Seattle; brothers, Raymond William of Mesa, AZ, Wade Williams of Everson, Austin Williams of St. Louis, MO; sister Sybil Snider of Winlock; ten grandchildren; fifteen great-grandchildren; numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. She was preceded in death by her husband, Clyde Jones, a daughter Clydine Jones, two brothers and one sister. Mrs. Jones was born April 29, 1913, in Fremont, MO, to Robert and Letitia (Walters) Williams. She moved from Fremont to Whatcom County in 1947 where she lived in Sumas, Custer and then Ferndale. She was a member of the United Church of Ferndale, the Ferndale Senior Center and American Legion Auxiliary. Visitation will be Friday, December 26, 1997, 12:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. at Moles Funeral Home Chapel in Ferndale. A Funeral Service will be Saturday, December 27, 1997, 11:00 a.m. at United Church of Ferndale, 2034 Washington Avenue, with Pastor Heather Mordhorst officiating. A family Graveside Service will be at Greenacres Memorial Park. Arrangements by Moles Funeral Home & Cremation Service.

JONES, William "Willie" Sr. (ChaT-ex 'T), former Chairman, Vice Chairman and Council Member of the Lummi Indian Business Council for 30 years (1977-2007) passed away peacefully in his home surrounded by his family on Sunday, February 28, 2016. Willie was born June 22, 1941. He is preceded in death by his parents Earl and Mildred Jones and his daughter Evelyn Jones (baby). He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Josephine Jones, children: Rosanna (Wendell) Jones, William (Regina) Jones Jr., Julianne (Delfred) Jones; 14 grandchildren, 7 great grandchildren and his sister, Rosalie (Ralph) Scott. Willie is known of his commitment to education and was instrumental in the creation of the Lummi Nation High School and Northwest Indian College, where he earned an Honorary Degree in Native Science with a Concentration in Indigenous Self-Determination and Education. Willie was also a strong national leader in tribal sovereignty and self-governance and was an active community member in Whatcom County. He was a canoe skipper for many years and carried the canoe philosophy in all aspects of life. The family invites all of his friends and colleagues to pay tribute to his legacy. Funeral Services will be Thursday, March 3rd at 6:00pm and Friday, March 4th at 10:30 a.m., both at the Lummi Nation Community Building, Wex Liem: 2334 Lummi View Drive, Bellingham, WA 98226.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 3 Mar 2016) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JONSON, John L. – A memorial service for John L. Jonson of Seattle, formerly of Bellingham, will be at 1 p.m. Saturday at Luther Memorial Lutheran Church in Seattle. Mr. Jonson died Saturday, Feb. 26, 2000 in Seattle. He was 79. Born Aug. 16, 1920 in Salem, SD, he graduated from Bellingham High School in the late 1930s. In 1949, he moved to Seattle. His son Jimmy Jonson and one grandchild preceded him in death. Survivors include daughters Carolyn Hadaller of Shelton; and Diana Vitali and Nancy Stover, both of Seattle; son Randy Jonson of Seattle; brother Norman Jonson; six grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. Arrangements are by Evergreen-Washelli Funeral Home of Seattle.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 3 Mar 2000) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JONSON, Nanny Marie, age 95, of 655 NW 51st St., Seattle, died Thursday, May 16, (1985) in Seattle. She was born in Sweden and moved to S. Dakota from Sweden in 1912. In 1937, she moved to Bellingham where she lived for 7 years. She has resided in Seattle since 1943. Surviving are 1 daughter, Siri Lindell of Bellingham; 3 sons, Nels Sigurd and wife Gladys Jonson of Seattle, John LeRoy Jonson of Seattle and Norman and wife Carol Ann Jonson of Sacramento, CA; 13 grandchildren; 23 great grandchildren; 3 great great grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be conducted by Rev. R. L. Christensen Tues, May 21, 1 p.m. at the Greenacres Funeral Home. Interment will follow in Greenacres Memorial Park.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 18 May 1985) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JONSON, Nels - Funeral services for Nels Jonson, 83, will be held at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday in Wiggin & Sons funeral Home, Seattle. He died Wednesday (Nov. 14, 1973). Mr. Jonson was a former Bellingham resident and had lived in Seattle since 1943. He was a retired employe of North Coast Tanning Co, a member of St. John's Lutheran Church and Bellingham Eagles Aerie. Survivors include the widow, Nanny; a daughter, Mrs. Siri Ivie of Bellingham; three sons, Nels and John of Seattle and Norman of San Bernardino, Calif.; 12 grandchildren and 21 great-grandchildren. Burial will be at 2:30 p.m. Tuesday in Greenacres Memorial Park.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 15 Nov 1973) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JONSON, Vera O., age 92 of 6289 Vista Drive, Ferndale, passed away Sat., June 21, 1980. Mrs. Jonson had lived in the Ferndale community for 53 years, was a member of the first Baptist Church of Ferndale, and is survived by 1 son, George Oldham of Seattle; 1 daughter, Florence Peiht of Ketchikan, Alaska; 2 step-sons, Everett Jonson of Tacoma; Ivald Jonson of Ferndale; 2 step-daughters, Dagny Nelson of Ferndale; Dagmar Peterson of Sioux Falls, South Dakota; 2 sisters, Ella Grieb and Esther Deter, both of Rugby, North Dakota; 33 grandchildren, 79 great grandchildren, 25 great great grandchildren, numerous nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be conducted by Rev. Rolin Staats Thurs., June 26 at 1:30 p.m. in Moles Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Greenacres Memorial Park.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 25 Jun 1980) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JOPLIN, Clarence David, age 58, of Ferndale, died at his home on December 13, 1995. He was born in Ada, OK on December 22, 1937 to Silas Aaron and Jewel Betty (Davis) Joplin. Mr. Joplin loved sports, was a thirty year resident of Whatcom County and was presently employed at Intalco Aluminum Corporation where he had worked for twenty-five years. Mr. Joplin was married in Ferndale on April 7, 1977 to Judy Marie Hergenreder. She survives him at the family home. He is also survived by two daughters, Kristy Joplin and Shelly Shab both of Ferndale; two sons, Darren Joplin of Mt. Vernon and Michael Shab of NV; a granddaughter, Natasha Joplin; two brothers, Leon Joplin of AL, Paul Joplin of CA. He was preceded in death by his sister Marie Robinson in 1993. A Funeral Service will be held Monday, December 18, 1 p.m. at Moles Funeral Home Chapel in Ferndale with Pastor Skip Suess officiating. Burial will follow at Greenacres Memorial Park.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 17 Dec 1995) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JOPSON, Helen Chamberlin - Longtime Bellingham resident Helen Chamberlin Jopson, 94, of Sacramento, Calif., died Aug. 27, (1991). She was buried privately in Sacramento. Mrs. Jopson lived in Bellingham from 1935 to 1959. Survivors include son Bob Chamberlin and Duane Chamberlin; daughter Dorothy Rivers; a sister, Ann Dorland; a brother, Phil Meade; 12 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; and a great-great-grandson. Arrangements by Lind Brothers Mortuary in Sacramento.

JORDAL, Myrtle I., 81, 5667 Front Ave., Ferndale, died Wednesday in Bellingham. She was born May 7, 1903, in Bellingham and was a lifelong resident of the Ferndale area. She married Bryan A. Jordal in Ferndale in 1929, and was a member of the First Baptist Church of Ferndale. She is survived by her husband, one daughter, one sister and numerous nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be at 1 p.m. Friday at Moles Funeral Home, the Rev. Ralph Poulson officiating. Burial will follow in Woodlawn Cemetery. Arrangements by Moles Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 25 Oct 1984) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JORDAN, Gary Stephen, age 58, of Seattle, passed away Fri., Dec. 6, 2002, in Seattle. He was born on Mar. 20, 1944, in Lusk, WY to William and Eileen (Johns) Jordan. The family moved to Seattle in 1945 and then to Laurel area in 1953. He was an Eagle Scout, graduate of Meridian High School in 1962 and attended Skagit Valley College where he studied engineering. Gary served in the U.S. Marine Corps during the Vietnam War. On returning to Seattle, he worked as a carpenter and spent many summers fishing in Chignik, AK. Gary was preceded in death by his brother, Bill and father, William. He is survived by his mother, Eileen of Lynden brother, Bob & wife Dayle of Blaine sister-in-law, Loretta Hanan of Seattle and nephews, David of Seattle, Blair of Bellingham and Dan of Seattle. A funeral service will be held Thurs., Dec. 12, 1 p.m. in Greenacres|Moles Funeral Home Chapel with Father Tim Sauer officiating. Burial in Greenacres|Moles Cemetery.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 10 Dec 2002) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JORDAN, Katherine O., 68, of Bellevue, died Saturday (Dec. 7, 1985) in Seattle after a long illness. She was born in Bellingham and lived in Blaine before moving in 1965 to Bellevue, where she was a member of Neighborhood Church. Mrs. Jordan was preceded in death by her husband, Vincent Jordan, in 1984. She is survived by two daughters, including Diane Crabtree of Lynden; her mother, Jennie Hanson of Sumas; two sons; a sister; and eight grandchildren. Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Tuesday at Green Funeral Home, Bellevue. Graveside services will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday at Enterprise Cemetery in Ferndale.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 9 Dec 1985) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JORDAN, Laura A., born November 9, 1919 in Custer, WA; passed away peacefully on April 17, 2003. Laura is survived by her sister Kay Caldwell, son Raymond and Barb Jordan; daughters Beckie and Buck Breakey; Jeannie and Greg Potter; Katie Jordan; grandchildren Conrad and Gideon Jordan; Andy, Bud and Caleb Breakey; and Nicole, Lindsay and Taryn Potter. She was preceded in death by daughter Cindy Kay Jordan and her sister Lola Johnson. At Laura's request there will be a private family memorial.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 27 Apr 2003) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JORDAN, Philip D. – A memorial service for Philip Dean Jordan of Gold Beach, Ore., formerly of Bellingham, will be held today at Rogue River Gun Club in Gold Beach. Mr. Jordan died of complications caused by a heart attack on Sunday, Nov. 12, 2000, at Gold Beach General Hospital. He was 72. Mr. Jordan was born Jan. 1, 1928 to Rella Stallard in Bellingham. Mr. Jordan worked as a logger, mill worker, log-truck driver, bartender and bar owner. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and walking his dog, Bark. His infant daughter Linda and daughter Diane died previously. Survivors include his wife Donna; sons Ronald and Wayne, both of Sumas; stepdaughter Connie of Gold Beach; 10 grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; and many other relatives.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 18 Nov 2000) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JORDAN, Vincent LeRoy of Bellevue, formerly of Ferndale, passed away April 13, 1984 at the age of 71. Survivors include his wife Katherine of Bellevue; sons, John of Redmond, James of Kent; daughters Karen Marie Shaeffer of Portland, OR and Frances Diane Crabtree of Lynden; sister Alice Osborne of Seattle; and brother Rowland Jorden of Nakusp, B.C.; 7 grandchildren. Services will be Tues., at 10 a.m. at the Neighborhood Church, Bellevue. Burial at Enterprise Cemetery, Ferndale at 3:30 p.m. under the direction of Green Funeral Home, Bellevue.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 17 Apr 1984) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JORDAN, Wilfred B., age 48, of 4353 Northwest Rd., passed away Friday March 4. Mr. Jordan had been a resident of this community for the 18 years. Surviving wife, Delvon, 1 son Travis, 1 daughter Fatina, all of Bellingham, his mother, Mrs. Blanche Jordan, Mt. Vernon, 2 brothers, Eddie of Port Orchard and Merrill of Ferndale, 1 sister, Mrs. Della Mae Johnson, City. Memorial services were held Monday March 7, 1 p.m., Jones Funeral Home with Rev. C. Thomas Lane officiating. Cremation Greenacres Memorial Park.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 7 Mar 1977) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JORDAN, William P. - A funeral Mass for William P. Jordan will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Wednesday at St. Joseph Catholic Church, with the Rev. Rob Evenson officiating. Burial will follow at Greenacres Memorial Park in Ferndale. Mr. Jordan died Friday, Sept. 10, 1999, at St. Joseph Hospital. He was 82. Born April 18, 1917, to Cornelius and Elizabeth (Henry) Jordan in Harrison, Neb., he had been a Whatcom County resident for 46 years. Mr. Jordan retired from Local 302 Operating Engineers. Mr. Jordan served as a scoutmaster for Troop 34 for more than 10 years. He enjoyed gardening and landscaping. His son Bill Jordan, five brothers and one sister preceded him in death. Survivors include his wife of 61 years, Eileen, of the family home sons Bob Jordan of Blaine and Gary Jordan of Seattle sisters Marge Cook and Trudy Jordan of Casper, Wyo., and Ellen Lacey of Hot Springs, S.D. three grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Arrangements are by Greenacres Funeral Home of Ferndale.

JORGENSEN, Allan H. October 8, 1928 – December 10, 2005 On Saturday, Dec 10, 2005 Allan's body succumbed to cancer, but his spirit and profound impact survive in the members of his family – loving and devoted wife of 56 years Virginia, sons Don (Mary) and Jay (Debbie), daughter Julie Marzolf (Rick), grandchildren Rebecca, Jason, Christina (Tyler), Katie, Jennifer, Ben and Jake. From his small town farm roots in Ames, Nebraska, Allan became a successful executive with Pfizer, and subsequently developed his own successful immunology company. During these later years he engaged in a number of ventures that eventually landed him in Bellingham working, along side his two sons at the "Triple J Farm." His life was full and, in his own words was, "blessed by God, satisfying, and without regrets." On their 56th anniversary in May, Allan and Virginia used the vehicle of an old fashioned Jorgensen picnic to bestow a blessing on the grandchildren and to express love and affection to each family member. Last week Al received the Rotarian's coveted Paul Harris Fellow Award in recognition for his outstanding community service and generosity. He has served in Rotary for 28 years. Al and his family are grateful for the care received through the Bellingham Hospice Society and the staff and doctors at St. Joseph's Hospital. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, December 17 at 2 p.m.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 11 Dec 2005) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JORGENSEN, Arthur H., a longtime Whatcom County resident, died Sunday, Jan. 11, 1998, in San Diego. He was 90. A service will be held later in Bellingham. A service will be held later in Bellingham. Born July 25, 1907, in Bellingham, he was a farmer for 50 years. Mr. Jorgenson was a member of Odd Fellows, Sons of Norway and the Grange. He and his wife, Ruth, served in the Peace Corps in Honduras. Survivors include daughter Judy Tennent of Incline Village, Nev.; son Jan Jorgensen of Washington; sister Selma Raz of Oregon; 15 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild. Arrangements are by Paris-Frederick Mortuary in El Cajon, Calif.

JORGENSEN, Bruce L. - A service for Bruce L. Jorgensen of Bellingham will be at 1 p.m. Monday at Jones-Moles Funeral Home. A graveside service will be at 3 p.m. Tuesday at Hillcrest Burial Park in Kent. Mr. Jorgensen died Wednesday, Aug. 6, 1997, in Bellingham. He was 47. Born Sept. 30, 1949, to Carl and Ardith Phelps Jorgensen in Lexington, Ky., he was raised in Owosso, Mich. A graduate of Michigan State University and Gonzaga University School, he was a bailiff and public defender for Spokane County before moving to Bellingham. Mr. Jorgensen worked for Whatcom County Public Defender's Office since 1986 and was supervising attorney of the Juvenile Court Division for many years. He was preceded in death by his mother in 1963. Survivors include his father and stepmother Ellsie Jorgensen of Tucson; sister Carol Darling of Seattle; stepsisters Diane Pautler and Barbara Jeffries, both of Tucson; stepbrother Richard Jeffries of Phoenix; and numerous other relatives.

JORGENSEN, Chris, 57, 2872 Haxton Way, died Tuesday (Sept. 30, 1986) in Bellingham. Mr. Jorgensen was born Feb. 19, 1929, in Sumas. He had lived in Whatcom County all his life. He was a member of the Board of Realtors, B.P.O.E. 194 and the Gooseberry Point Water Association. Mr. Jorgensen was owner/broker of Mount Baker Realty and he served on the Whatcom County Housing Authority. Survivors include his wife Edna of the family home; two daughters, Heidi of the family home and Lynn Bezona of Ferndale; three sons, Joe of Lynden; Gerry of Bellingham; and Mark Handy of Bellingham; parents Art and Ruth Jorgensen of Bellingham; a sister Judy Tennent of San Diego, Calif.; two brothers, Jan Jorgensen of Bellingham and Cliff Jorgensen of Hawaii; and six grandchildren. The Rev. Earl Crouse will officiate at a private family service. Burial will be in Woodlawn Cemetery. Arrangements are by Jerns & LeVeck Funeral Chapel.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 1 Oct 1986) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JORGENSEN, Clifford C., age 61, of Kailua, Hawaii, passed away Feb. 5, 1993. He was born March 9, 1931 in Sumas, WA, to Arthur and Ruth Jorgensen. Survivors are his three sons, Al Jorgensen of Bellingham, Monte and Steven Jorgensen both of Everett; two daughters, Manna Jorgensen of Seattle and Carol Jorgensen of Bellingham; one brother Jan Jorgensen of Bellingham; a sister Judy Tennant and her husband Richard of San Diego, CA; his father Art Jorgensen of San Diego, CA; five grandchildren. A graveside service will be held 11 a.m. Friday, Feb. 12, 1993 at Woodlawn Cemetery with Rev. Earl Crouse officiating. Visitation will be Thursday Noon to 5 p.m. and Friday 8 to 10 a.m. The arrangements and services are entrusted to Jerns LeVeck Funeral Chapel.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 11 Feb 1993) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JORGENSEN, Esther of Seattle died Thursday, Nov. 2, 1995 in Bellingham. She was 82. A funeral will be at 1 p.m. Tuesday at Greenacres Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. William Gilfillan officiating. Burial will be in Greenacres Memorial Park. Born March 12, 1913, in Bellingham to John and Jackobine (Edwards) Jorgensen, she was raised in Custer. She lived in Seattle the past 40 years, where she worked in the trust department at Seafirst Bank and was active in the Republican Party. Survivors include sister Jennie Kackley of Bellingham and several nieces and nephews. Arrangements by Jones-Moles Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 5 Nov 1995) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JORGENSEN, Jalmer E., age 64 of 2931 Victor St., passed away Wed., Feb. 18. Mr. Jorgensen was a lifetime resident of this community and retired salesman and owner of Jorgensen Furniture Store. He was a member of Geneva Community Church and the Northwest Furniture Mart. Surviving wife Shirley; 1 brother, Harold of Seattle; 2 sisters, Mrs. Jenny Kackley, City, and Miss Esther Jorgensen, Seattle; numerous nieces and nephews. Services Monday, Feb. 23 at 3 p.m. at the Jones Funeral Home, Rev. Grant Whipple and Mr. Doug Anderson officiating. Interment Greenacres Memorial Park.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 20 Feb 1976) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JORGENSEN, Jenny A., age 80, of 3219 Pinewood, passed away Wed., Dec 12, (1984). Mrs. Jorgensen had resided in Whatcom County for the past 56 years, was preceded in death by her husband Ole in 1977 and was a member of Our Saviour's Lutheran Church. She leaves to survive 3 daughters, Irene Dougherty and Carole Baker, both of Seattle and Elsie Eastwood of City; 7 grandchildren; 5 great-grandchildren; 1 sister, Klara Nilsen of Norway; numerous nieces and nephews. Funeral services are pending at the Westford Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 13 Dec 1984) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JORGENSEN, Jorgen (Jack) C., age 73 of 6481 Noon Rd, Everson, passed away Monday, June 21, (1976). Mr. Jorgensen was a lifetime resident of Whatcom County and was a retired equipment operator for the Whatcom County Road Dept. He is survived by 2 brothers, Arthur and Ted of Bellingham and a sister, Mrs. Selma Raz of Portland, Ore., numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. Funeral services will be conducted Thursday, June 24 at 10 a.m. in the Chapel of the Gillies Funeral Home in Lynden with interment following in Woodlawn Cemetery.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 23 Jun 1976) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JORGENSEN, May A. - Graveside services for May A. Jorgensen, 1308 Birchwood Ave., will be at 2 p.m. Monday at Greenacres Memorial Park. Mrs. Jorgensen, 79, died Wednesday (July 23, 1986) at a local hospital. She was born July 10, 1907, in Whatcom County and graduated from Meridian High School. A registered nurse, Mrs. Jorgensen graduated from the St. Luke's School of Nursing, beginning a hospital and nursing home care career here and in other states that spanned 56 years. She was a co-founder of St. Lukes Nursing Alumni and a member of the Order of the Eastern Star. Mrs. Jorgensen's husband, Carl P. Jorgensen, died earlier. She is survived by a daughter, Carla M. DeGolier, 3612 W. Rusley Drive; a brother, Clair Murchey, of Westport; two grandchildren, Tonja and Reece DeGolier, of Bellingham; and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. Arrangements are by Jones Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 25 Jul 1986) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JORGENSEN, Melissa Dawn, age 3 of 953 Slater Rd., passed away Sunday Jan 8, (1978). She leaves to survive her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth L. Jorgensen, 2 brothers, Scott and Jeff, all of the family home; paternal grandparents, Lars and Ruth Eide, Maternal grandparents, Don and Hazel Linse and maternal great-grandmother, Mrs. Pearl Turner, all of this city. Funeral services are pending at the Westford Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 9 Jan 1978) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JORGENSEN, Mildred M., formerly of Bellingham, died Monday, July 3, 1995, at Skagit Valley Convalescent Center in Sedro-Woolley. She was 85. A graveside service was held today at Greenacres Memorial Park. Born Dec. 3, 1909, in Bellingham, she was a member of First Christian Church. Survivors include her husband, Philip Jorgensen of Sedro-Woolley; three stepchildren; nine step grandchildren; seven step great-grandchildren and one step great-great-grandchild. Arrangements are by Greenacres Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 6 Jul 1995) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JORGENSEN, Ole J., age 83 of 3127 Alderwood, passed away Friday, Dec. 23, (1977). Mr. Jorgensen had resided in Bellingham for the past 56 years, was a retired fisherman and a member of Our Saviour's Lutheran Church. He leaves to survive his wife, Mrs. Jennie Jorgensen of the family home; 3 daughters, Mrs. Elsie Fuller of this city, Mrs. Irene Dougherty and Mrs. Carole Baker, both of Seattle; 7 grandchildren, 4 great grandchildren; a sister, Mrs. Anna Coien, City; numerous nieces and nephews. Services will be held Tuesday, Dec. 27 at 10:30 a.m. at Greenacres Memorial Park, with Rev. Duane Thompson officiating. Under the direction of the Westford Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 26 Dec 1977) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JORGENSEN, Robert A. - At his request, there will be no services for Robert A Jorgensen of Bellingham. Burial will be in Greenacres Memorial Park in Ferndale. Mr. Jorgensen died Wednesday, June 28, 2000. He was 70. Born Feb. 21, 1930, to Ted and Elna (Krantz) Jorgensen in Lynden, he was a Whatcom County resident for 28 years. Mr. Jorgensen was a U.S. Merchant Marine. He also worked as a heavy equipment operator for Union 302 for 20 years. His pastimes included fishing, hunting and tinkering with just about anything. His wife, Grace, died in 1982. Survivors include brother Paul Lavelle of Bellingham and sisters Helen Robertson of Bellingham and Eva Anderson of Ferndale. Arrangements are by Greenacres Funeral Home of Ferndale.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 30 Jun 2000) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JORGENSEN, Ruth - Funeral services for Ruth Jorgensen, a Peace Corps volunteer in the early 1960s, will be at 1 p.m. Wednesday at Central Lutheran Church. A private burial will follow. Pastor Earl Crouse of the Advent Christian Church in Sumas and Pastor Len Ericksen of the Central Lutheran Church will officiate. Visitation is from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. today at Jerns & LeVeck Funeral Chapel and Crematorium. Mrs. Jorgensen, 77, of 2818 Old Fairhaven Parkway died Friday in a Seattle hospital. She was born on Oct. 19, 1912, in Kansas, and moved to Bellingham from Oregon in 1928, the year she married her husband Art Jorgensen. A member of the Central Lutheran Church, Mrs. Jorgensen was a nutrition specialist at the Bellingham Senior Activity Center for many years She also ran a migrant center in Lynden. From 1962 to 1964 she was a Peace Corps volunteer in Honduras. Survivors include her husband of the family home; two sons, Clifford Jorgensen of Hawaii and Jen Jorgensen of Bellingham; one daughter Judy Tennents of San Diego, Calif.; three sisters Shirley Robertson and Bessie Logan of Bellingham, and June Stiglitz of California; 12 grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren. Arrangements are by Jerns & LeVeck Funeral Chapel and Crematorium.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 23 Jan 1990) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JORGENSEN, Shirley A. - Memorial services for Shirley A. Jorgensen, age 64, of 4621 Morgan St., will be Wed. Nov. 4, 2 p.m. at the Geneva Community Church with Rev. Grant Whipple officiating. Cremation & inurnment Greenacres Memorial Park. Mrs. Jorgensen passed away Oct. 30, 1987. She had been a resident of Bellingham since 1944 and was a member of the Geneva Community Church. She is survived by her sister, Doris E. Olson of Bellingham; her brother, Donald L. Olson of San Francisco; loving cousins, Barbara & husband Leo Eiford, Dorothy Brown, both of Bellingham, and Dwayne & wife Leola Robinson of LaConner; numerous nieces & nephews. Arrangements by Jones Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, November 1, 1987)

JORGENSEN, Sidsel, 67, of 2029 James street, passed away in Sumas Monday (July 9, 1945) following an illness of two months. She had resided in Bellingham twenty-three years and was a member of the American Central Lutheran church. Four sons and two daughters survive, Jorgen C., of Sumas; Theodore M., of Bellingham; Albert E., in the United States navy, and Arthur H., of Sumas; Mrs. Margaret Gross, Alhambra, Calif., and Mrs. Selma A. Raz, of Multnomah, Ore.; twelve grandchildren; also two sisters, Miss Anna Ellingbraaten and Mrs. Karl Vikholm, both in Norway, and a nephew, Harold Odegaard, of Sumas. Remains are resting at the Harlow-Hollingsworth funeral home, where services will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday, Rev. Earl Soiland officiating. Interment will follow in Woodlawn cemetery.
(From The Bellingham Herald, July 10, 1945)

JORGENSEN, Tena, age 91, formerly of 409 York Street, passed away at a local convalescent center Sunday, March 20, 1983. She had been a resident of Bellingham since 1952, was a member of the Royal Neighbors, and Senior Activity Center and D.A.V. She leaves to survive 1 daughter Louise Dandliker of Bellingham; 1 brother, Alvin Jacobsen of California; 1 sister, Clara Denniston of Wisconsin; 2 grandchildren; 3 great grandchildren. Funeral services were held Thursday, March 24 at 11 a.m. with Rev. Bob Lanning officiating in the Jerns LeVeck Funeral Chapel.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 26 Mar 1983) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JORGENSEN, Theodore - A funeral for Theodore "Ted" Martin Jorgensen will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday at Moles Funeral Home with the Rev. Dick Mattila officiating. Burial will be in Woodlawn Cemetery. Mr. Jorgensen died Saturday, Nov. 4, 1995, at Christian Health Care Center in Lynden. He was 91. Born April 25, 1904 to Chris and Sidsel Jorgensen in Bellingham, he lived his entire life in Whatcom County. He married Mary Murphy on July 23, 1946 in Bellingham. She died Feb. 23, 1980. He was a commercial fisher in Puget Sound and Alaska. After retiring he owned and operated the Marietta Garage. Mr. Jorgensen enjoyed fishing and gardening. Survivors include daughters Sidsel Gould of Bellingham and Helen King of Seattle; sons Archie Jorgensen and Bobby Jorgensen, both of Bellingham; brother Art Jorgensen of California; sister Salma Raz of Portland, Ore.; 10 grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 7 Nov 1995) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JORGENSON, Delia J. - Funeral Services for Delia J. Jorgenson, age 94, 412 Whatcom St. will be held Wed., March 11 at 2:30 p.m. at Greenacres Funeral Home Chapel with Jeff Grant, Pastor Immanuel Bible Church officiating. Interment Greenacres Memorial Park. Mrs. Jorgenson passed away March 8, 1987 in Seattle. She is survived by 3 daughters, Clara Foster of Seattle; Phyllis and husband Clifton Johnson of Issaquah; Flora and husband Jack Ridenhour of city; 11 grandchildren, Forest, Rob and Steve Foster; Fern Stackhouse; June Jasmer; Jay Hendershot; Celia Croeger; Diana Starr; Ted Johnson; Mark Ridenhour; Nina Sheedy; 18 great grandchildren; 1 sister, Thelma Stickler of Rapid City, SD; numerous nieces and nephews. Mrs. Jorgenson was preceded in death by her husband Jubal, son Tomas and daughter Doris Hendershot. Mrs. Jorgenson was a 59 year resident of Bellingham and a member of Immanuel Bible Church. Jones Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 10 Mar 1987) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JORGENSON, Florence M., of Bellingham, WA, passed away on Thursday, February 23, 2006. She was 91 years old. Florence was born on a farm in Ferndale in 1914 to Oluf and Helen Hansen. She was close to her only sibling, Lucille Hanssen, and the two lived near each other in Bellingham for many years. In 1942, Florence was introduced to her future husband, Jorgen Jorgenson, by her friend Ruth Bakke. The couple married two weeks later, prior to Jorgen being sent to Alaska to work on a construction project for the U.S. government. The couple remained happily married for 56 years until Jorgen's passing in December 1998. In the early 1950s, a physician predicted that Florence would not survive another six months due to the severity of her chronic asthma. With the optimism and never-quitting attitude that defined both Jorgen and Florence, Jorgen created a make-shift bed for Florence in the back seat of his car and the family traveled south to the dry air of California where they lived for three years. Once again healthy, the family returned to Bellingham where they lived ever since. This triumph over asthma was one of the many successes that Jorgen and Florence were able to accomplish during their life together. Florence graduated from Ferndale High School and attended Western Washington University. She worked for the Pacific NW Bell Telephone Company and later assisted her husband with his expansive duties as a landlord of several rental properties. Florence loved the Lord and read her Bible daily. She was an active member of Ebenezer Lutheran Church until it merged with St. John's Lutheran; she attended St. John's for the past 44 years. Florence enjoyed spending time with her family and loved living in the Northwest. She had an easy laugh and liked to write poetry. She was also an active gardener and was proud of her peach tree.
Florence is survived by her son Terry Jorgenson and friend Carol Reynolds of Bellingham; her granddaughter Melissa Petrick who lives in Tigard, Oregon, with her husband Chris and two daughters, Julia and Kara; her grandson Dr. Michael Jorgenson, who resides in Seattle with his wife Cristina; and her nephew Dr. Otto Hanssen who resides in Bellevue with his wife Marilee and his children Danielle, Desiree and Bradley. The family would like to thank Mt. Baker Care Center for their friendly and compassionate care of Florence. A Graveside Service will be conducted at 3 p.m. on Friday, March 3, at Greenacres Memorial Park. The funeral service will be conducted by Pastor Susan Hookham at 2 p.m. on Saturday, March 4, at St. John's Lutheran Church. Raymond Bakke will deliver the message and a reception and light lunch will follow. Moles Family Funeral Home and Cremation Service, Bellingham.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 3 Mar 2006) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JORGENSON, Jorgen - A funeral service for Jorgen Jorgenson of Bellingham will be held 11 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 23, at St. John's Lutheran Church at 2530 Cornwall Ave., with The Rev. Marvin Knutzen officiating. A private burial will be at Greenacres Memorial Park. Mr. Jorgenson passed away Sunday, Dec. 20, 1998 in Bellingham at age 89. Born Feb. 17, 1909 in Sirdal, Norway to Ingeborg (Kveven) and Tarjei Aadneram, Mr. Jorgenson came to the U.S. in 1929 to support his family in Norway. He married Florence Hansen in Bellingham on Jan. 29, 1943. Mr. Jorgenson's first job in America was as a logger, but he worked the greater part of his life as a commercial fisher during the summer and was a carpenter during the winter months. He was a member of the Carpenter's Union for more than 50 years and built his own home. He was preceded in death by sisters Klara Aadneram, Guri Hoyland and Tobine Gilbrant. Survivors include his wife Florence; son Terry O. Jorgenson of Bellingham; sisters Tonny Breitieg, Sigrid Tonstad and Olga Ronneberg, all of Norway; two grandchildren; and other family and friends. Arrangements are by Jones-Moles Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 22 Dec 1998) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JORGENSON, Jubal Victor, age 91 of 1200 Lincoln St. died Tues., April 29, 1980. He was a member of Immanuel Bible Church; Bellingham Bay Lodge No. 44, Nile Temple of the Shrine, Scottish Rite Bodies, and a Charter Member of the Bellingham Coin Club. Survivors include his wife Delia; 4 daughters and sons in law, Clara and Robert Foster, Doris and Stanley Hendershot, both of Seattle, Phyllis and Clifton Johnson of Issaquah, Flora and Jack Ridenhour, City; 11 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews. Graveside services Friday May 2, 3 p.m. at Greenacres Memorial Park, Rev. Jeff Grant and officers of Bellingham Bay Lodge No. 44 F & AM officiating. Arrangements by Jones Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 1 May 1980) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JORISSEN, Henry W. - Committal services for Henry W. "Dutch" Jorissen, 68, 981 Chuckanut Lane, will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday at Greenacres Memorial Park. A memorial service will follow at 1 p.m. at First Baptist Church, 110 Flora St., with the Rev. Keith Madsen officiating. Mr. Jorissen died Thursday (August 22, 1991). He was born July 4, 1923, in Lynden. After graduating from Lynden High School in 1941 he served four years in the U.S. Navy. He earned an electrical engineering degree from Washington State University, where he also achieved varsity letters in baseball. He also played semi-pro ball. Mr. Jorissen worked for General Electric Company in California for 20 years, before moving back to the Northwest, where he worked for Simplot Foods until his retirement. He enjoyed beachcombing, crabbing and gardening. He married Virginia Dorsey on July 3, 1948, in Bellingham. She survives at the family home. Other survivors include a son, Henry W. Jorissen of Denver, Colo.; daughters, Diane Johnston of Seattle and Joni Hinton of Vancouver, Wash.; sisters, Etta Ripperda of Lynden, Pearl Smith of Lynden, Joanne DeJong of Lynden and Freda Presley of Lynden; a brother, Adrian Jorissen of Bellingham; and four grandchildren. Arrangements are by Jones-Moles Funeral Home.

JOSEPHSON, Carl O. - Graveside service for Carl O. Josephson, age 67, of 1509 Victor St., will be Wed. Sept. 8 at 10 a.m. at Greenacres Memorial Park, pastor Carl Fischer officiating. Mr. Josephson passed away Sat. Sept. 4, 1982. Survived by his wife Katherine; 1 son, Robert M. and wife Sandra Josephson of Vancouver, WA; 1 daughter, Karen and husband Steven Price of Bellingham; 4 grandchildren Amy, Heather, Brian and Leslie; 1 sister Bernice Sande of Bellingham; 3 nephews. Mr. Josephson worked for Puget Sound Pulp and Timber Co. and retired as a journeyman millwright after 35 years of employment. Jones Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 9 Sep 1982) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JOSEPHSON, Katherine M. - Funeral services for Trinity Lutheran Church member Katherine M. Josephson, 64, will be at 3 p.m. Saturday at Greenacres Funeral home, with the Rev. Carl O. Fischer officiating. Burial will be at Greenacres Memorial Park Northwest and Axton roads. Mrs. Josephson, of 2917 Victor St., died Tuesday (Feb. 23, 1988) in Bellingham. She was born April 20, 1923 in Bellingham and was a lifelong resident. She was employed as a secretary in a local hardware store. Survivors include a son Robert of Vancouver, Wash.; a daughter Karen Price of Bellingham; a brother, Andy Rutquist of Bellingham; six grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. Her husband Carl died earlier. Arrangements are by Greenacres Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 25 Feb 1988) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JOUBERT, Norma Georgene passed away on Saturday, May 21, 2005 at Alderwood Park Convalescent Center in Bellingham at the age of 86. Born in Leader, Saskatchewan on June 21, 1918 to Karoline G. (Geib) and George C. Krienke. Norma moved to Washington State in 1921 with her parents and two sisters. Her family first resided in Bellingham and moved to Blaine in 1926. Norma was class speaker for the Blaine High School Class of 1935. Her working career began first with the Department of Licensing in Olympia, then with the Alaska Packers Association and then Border Brokerage Company in Blaine. In 1957 she began working for Mobil Oil Corporation at Cherry Point and retired from there in 1982. While working in Olympia she met and later married Girard J. (Jerry) Joubert on July 7, 1941. During her husband's years in the Army, they lived in various places, returning to Whatcom County in 1949 to raise their family. After her husband's death, she moved to Birch Bay and lived there from 1971 to 1998. Norma was an avid bowler and golfer, playing in many tournaments; she loved to dance and she loved playing cribbage. During her working days she could be found during her coffee breaks and lunches playing a quick hand of "crib" with her co-workers. In her retirement years Norma became a big fan of the Seattle Seahawks and the Seattle Mariners and enjoyed watching the games on TV or listening to them.
Norma is survived by her son James R. Joubert of Marlboro, MA and his children Philip James Clark, Donna (Alan) Charbonneau, John T. (Roccio) Colacchio, Jr., Ernest E. Colacchio, Alan P. Colacchio and Kimberly Simpson all of MA; her son Jerry (Anne) Joubert of Blaine and their daughter Heather (Sean) Jackson of Bend, OR; her daughter Michele of Edmonds, her daughter Yvonne (Bill) Carson of Ferndale and their children Tricia (Brett) Johnson, Pat (Jen) Freeman, Chris (Gina) Freeman of Blaine, Paul (Kailyn) Anderson of Garnet Trail, CO, Zachary Carson of Boulder, CO; and her daughter Kathi Rauch of Lakewood and her children Steven (Dawn) Rauch of Bremerton and Robert Rauch of Steilacoom. Norma is also survived by her sister Ella Schroeder of Santa Fe, NM and brother-in-law Gail Adamson of Cannon Beach, OR as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Norma was preceded in death by her mother in 1961; her father in 1972; her husband Jerry in 1961 and her sister Violet Adamson in 2003. At Norma's request there will be no public memorial service. A private family memorial will be held at a later date.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 24 May 2005) submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JOUDREY, Absolom J., age 80, of Van Zandt, passed away in a local hospital, Thursday, July 8, (1948). Mr. Joudrey had resided in that community for the past 43 years and was a retired rancher. Surviving relatives are three sons, Charles and Elam E., of Van Zandt, and Austin, of American Lake, and one daughter, Mrs. Howard Williams, of Arlington; also eight grandchildren and one brother, Freeman Joudrey, of Nova Scotia, Canada. The remains are at the funeral home of Harlow-Hollingsworth where services will be conducted by the Rev. Alexander P. Aiton, Saturday, July 10, at 11 a.m. Final resting place, Van Zandt Cemetery.

JOY, Ailene J. - Funeral services will be held Saturday for Ailene J. Joy, a former Whatcom County resident and waitress at Skyline Cafe in Deming. Mrs. Joy, 55, died Thursday (May 16, 1991) in her home town of Sedro-Woolley. Services will be at 1 p.m. today at Lemley Chapel, Sedro-Woolley. Burial will be at Saxon Cemetery. Mrs. Joy was Born in Ferndale on April 27, 1936, to Allen and Gladys Sperry. She attended school in Ferndale, Bellingham and Deming. She married Gene Joy in 1982. The couple lived in Prairie, south of Wickersham, for 35 years. A waitress at Skyline Cafe for many years, Mrs. Joy also worked at JHC Shake mill near Wickersham as a ridge nailer. She also was a member of Prairie Fire Department Auxiliary. Survivors include her husband of the family home; two sons, Mike Joy of Sedro-Woolley and Randy Joy of Clear Lake; a daughter, Maxine Johnston of Sedro-Woolley; two brothers, Allen Sperry and Lonnie Sperry, both of Sedro-Woolley; a sister, Alice Lyle of Alger; and four grandchildren.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 18 May 1991) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JOY, Charles Wesley, Jr., 87, of Bellingham, Washington, went to be with his heavenly father on Tuesday, October 21, 2008, with his loving family at his side. He was born in Council Bluffs, Iowa to Charles and Daisy Dell Joy, on July 15, 1921. Chuck loved his family. He was a hardworking and good natured man with a big heart, who loved children and animals. Chuck served in World War II in the South Pacific where he earned several service medals. He started working in farming, did TV repair on the side, but worked in construction for some 60 years. Chuck loved games, horseshoes, golfing, and camping with his friends, and was a long-time member of First Baptist Church in Ferndale. Chuck is preceded in death by his parents, and seven brothers and sisters. He will be greatly missed by his wife of 61 years, Alice Joy; children, Dan (Diane) Joy, Maridell (Albert) Vandenhaak, Wesley Joy, Barbara Heinrichs, Mike (Maribeth) Joy; sister, Darlene Joy, 13 grandchildren; numerous great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, relatives, and friends. A Graveside Committal and Honors Presentation will be held Friday, October 31, at 2:00 p.m. at Ten Mile Cemetery, in Lynden, and a Memorial Service will be held Thursday, November 6, at 2:00 p.m., at First Baptist Church of Ferndale. Moles Family Funeral Homes & Crematory-Lynden.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 26 Oct 2008) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JOYNER, Clifford S., age 89, of 2662 Mountain View Rd., Ferndale, passed away Monday, Feb. 1, 1982. Mr. Joyner had been a resident of the Mountain View Community since 1935, was a member of the Khurum Lodge No. 112, AF&AM and the 32nd Degree Scottish Rite Lodge in Minneapolis. He was a WWI Army Veteran and is survived by his wife Agnes; 1 sister Mary Kero of Seattle; a nephew Leon Joyner of Seattle; a niece Margurette Thomas of Memphis, Tenn. At his request there will be no funeral services. Cremation will be held at Greenacres Memorial Park. Under the direction of the Moles Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 3 Feb 1982) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JOY, Daisy D., age 96 of 2801 Franklin Street, passed away, Dec. 14, 1979 in Bellingham and was born Nov. 25, 1883 in McCook, Nebraska. She has been a resident of the community for the past 40 years and attended the First Christian Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, Charles Wesley Joy. Mrs. Joy raised 10 children and is survived by 3 sons, Charles Wesley and wife Alice Joy of City; Gale and wife Aleta Joy of Everson; Bruce and wife Jenny Joy of Carpenteria, Calif.; 4 daughters, Mrs. Verda Page of City; Mrs. Hazel Witt of Perryton, Texas; and Mrs. Darlene and husband Bob Prickett of Casper, Wyoming; Mrs. Velda and husband and husband Ralph Neymeyer of City; and daughter-in-law Mrs. Naomi Joy of Marysville, Wash.; 26 grandchildren, 59 great-grandchildren, and 11 great great grandchildren. Graveside services will be held Tues. Dec. 18, 1979 at 1 p.m. at Greenacres Memorial Park with Rev. Richard Talley officiating. Arrangements by Jones Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 17 Dec 1979) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JOY, Harry B., age 75 of Marysville passed away Mon., Nov. 26, (1979) at home. Was born May 27, 1904 in Nebraska. Had lived in Marysville since 1946. He was a member of the Laborers Union #229 in Everett and worked as a cement finisher in const. for many years. He leaves to survive his wife Naomi at home, his mother Daisy Joy of Bellingham, 1 son, Wesley Jr. Joy of Kansas City, Missouri; 2 daughters Mrs. Luther (Jacquline) Anderson of Colville, WA; and Mrs. Dennis (Ruth) Hill of Marysville; 3 brothers, Bruce in Calif.; Charles of Bellingham; Gale of Everson. 4 sisters: Verda Page and Zelda NyMeyer, both of Bellingham. Hazel Witt of Texas and Darlene Prickett of Casper, Wyoming. 11 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren. Graveside services Fri., Nov. 30 at 2 p.m. at Greenacres Memorial Park, with Rev. Richard D. Talley officiating. Under the direction of Schaefer Shipman Funeral home in Marysville.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 29 Nov 1979) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JOY, Jim, age 40, son of Rollin & Peggy Joy & brother of Nancy Hiatt, passed away Dec. 1, 2001. He was born Nov. 1, 1961, in Bellingham. Visitation, Thurs., Dec. 6, 9 a.m. to noon at Greenacres Funeral Home with funeral service to follow in Greenacres Chapel at 12:30 p.m. Burial in Greenacres Memorial Park.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 4 Dec 2001) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JUDD, Delferd Michael "Del" of Fairbanks, Alaska, died Tuesday, April 18, 1995, in Fairbanks. He was 73. Born Jan. 16, 1922 in Sac City, Iowa, he moved to Bellingham at an early age with his family. Mr. Judd served in the U.S. Navy during World War II. He served aboard the USS Oglala, which was sunk at Pearl Harbor on Dec. 7, 1941. He also served aboard the USS Majaba, which was sunk at Guadalcanal. He married Gladys May Kalberg on Dec. 24, 1943. They moved to Bellingham in 1946. He moved his family to Ketchikan, Alaska, in the early 1950s and then to Fairbanks in 1960. Mr. Judd was a boat captain at Weave Brothers Inc. in Fairbanks before becoming a truck driver with the Teamsters union. He retired in 1978. He and his son built a cabin in the Kantishna area of Alaska, where he spent every winter trapping and exploring. Survivors include his wife of Fairbanks; son Michael Judd of North Pole, Alaska; daughter Marilyn Duffy of Puyallup; mother Emma Judd of Bellingham; brother Francis Judd of Bellingham; sisters Joyce Sand and Nelda Judd, both of Bellingham; and numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 22 Apr 1995) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JUDD, Emma Louise, age 94, passed away at home Saturday, May 27, 1995. Born April 2, 1901 in Sac City, Iowa to Julia and George Meyer, Emma moved with her husband and family to Chuckanut in the spring of 1936 and after a short stay in California in the late 1950s, returned to Bellingham. She was preceded in death by her husband, Frank M. Judd, daughter Norma and son Delferd. Mrs. Judd is survived by her son Francis and wife Phyllis Judd; daughters, Joyce and husband Loren Sand, Nelda Judd, all of Bellingham; daughter-in-law, Gladys Judd of Fairbanks, AK. She was blessed with 13 grandchildren, 17 great-grandchildren; numerous great-great-grandchildren. Mrs. Judd enjoyed gardening, sewing, basket weaving and was an avid reader. Emma was a long time member of the Eagles Auxiliary and she was an inspiration to those who knew her. Funeral services will be private. Jones-Moles Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 31 May 1995) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JUDD, Franklin M., age 84, of 1100 32nd St., passed away Friday, April 4, (1975). Mr. Judd was a 40 year resident of this community and was a retired Security Guard for the Bellingham Shipyards. Was a member of Bellingham Aerie N. 31 F.O.E. Surviving wife Emma, 3 daughters Mrs. Norma Jeanne Tiffany of Shelton, Washington; Mrs. Joyce Sand; Mrs. Nelda Plumb, both of city and 2 sons Delfred, Fairbanks, Alaska; Francis, City; 13 grandchildren, 6 great-grandchildren, numerous nieces and nephews. Private services Wednesday, April 9, 1 p.m. at Greenacres Memorial Park under the direction of the Jones Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 8 Apr 1975) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JUDD, Nelda C. died suddenly at St. Joseph Hospital Tuesday, December 23, 1997. She was born January 1, 1939, to Frank and Emma Judd in Bellingham, she was a lifelong Whatcom County resident. Nelda loved painting, gardening and being a grammy. She will always be remembered for her sense of humor. She was preceded in death by her parents, sister Norma Tiffany, and brother Delford Judd. Survivors include her sister, Joyce Sand; brother Francis Judd; sons, Wade & Brantley Plumb; daughter Hilary Finney, granddaughter Emma and numerous nieces and nephews, all of Bellingham. A graveside remembrance will be at Greenacres Memorial Park, Friday, December 26, 1997, at 2:30 p.m. Jones-Moles Funeral Home & Cremation Service.

JUDKINS, Bridget E. - Graveside services for Bridget E. Judkins of Ferndale will be at 3 p.m. Wednesday in Holyrood Catholic Cemetery in Seattle. Miss Judkins of 2185 Seamount Drive, Ferndale, died Sunday, May 22, 1994, after an extended illness. She was 31. Born March 23, 1963, to Robert and Kathleen Ryan Judkins in Seattle, she moved to Ferndale 10 years ago. Arrangements are by Moles Funeral Home in Ferndale.

JUDY, Don was born in Mount Vernon, WA February 4, 1928, the only child of Clarence and Grace (Stevens) Judy. He resided in Burlington his entire life. He attended Burlington Edison High School and worked summers for the Skagit Valley Telephone Co. At age 16, he became a lineman and still had two years of high school to finish. After graduation in 1946 he began a full time career with the phone company and retired after 40 years of service in March, 1982. He enjoyed having weekly coffee with his friends from Contel Phone Co. He retired as Truck Captain of the Burlington Volunteer Fire Department after 25 years. He was also a member of the Samish Island Community Center. Don had extensive knowledge of the activities in an around Samish Bay and enjoyed sharing this with visitors. He loved the challenge of fixing things and was very innovative. Surviving are his wife Myrna (Power) of Burlington and Samish Island. A daughter Marsha Judy of Oak Harbor. Sons are David (Candi) of Burlington, Mike (Julie) of Arlington and Marshall (Becky) of Nooksack. Grandchildren are Debbie Greiner of Brinnon, WA, Brett and Brad Judy of Burlington, Teresa, Maria, Sarah and Matthew Judy of Nooksack, Danielle and Megan Judy of Burlington, Brandon and Brittny O'Brien of Arlington. There will be a gathering for friends and family Wednesday, September 10 from 1pm to 4 p.m. at their Samish Island Home, 11457 Blue Heron Rd., Bow, WA after which the family will be having a private service. Arrangements are under the direction of Hulbush Funeral Home and Cremation Services of Burlington.

JUKES, Arthur D. aged 36 years, passed away at Miami, Florida, May 30, (1942). Mr. Jukes, a former resident of Bellingham, was a U.S. vice counsel at Havana, Cuba, where he has resided for the past four years. Deceased was a member of St. Paul's Episcopal Church, a graduate of Fairhaven high school and a member of Sigma Alpha Epsilon of the University of Washington. He is survived by his widow, Frances; one daughter, Marion at home; his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Fred Jukes of Blaine; one uncle, Henry Jukes, of Bellingham. The remains will be received at the Harlow-Hollingsworth Funeral Home, Friday morning. Services will be conducted at the St. Paul's Episcopal Church Friday, June 5, at 2 p.m. Final resting place, Bay View Cemetery.

JULE, Emma L. - A 40-year resident of this community, Mrs. Emma L. Jule of 404 Baker St., died in a local hospital Friday (Oct. 5, 1956) at the age of 59. A member of Revival Tabernacle, Mrs. Jule is survived by her husband, James H. June Sr., at home; two sons, James H. Jr. of Bellingham and Capt. Wesley L. Jule, stationed with the Air Force in Albuquerque, N.M.; two daughters, Mrs. Gordon Thompson of Bellingham and Mrs. John Santerno of North Bend, Ore.; seven grandchildren; a brother, Hjalmar Linder of Bellingham, and two sisters, Mrs. Hulda Johnson and Mrs. Anna H. Holeman, both of Bellingham. Service is scheduled for Wednesday at 3 p.m. at Jones' Harlow-Hollingsworth Funeral Home with the Rev. James White officiating. Burial is to be at Woodlawn Cemetery.

JULE, James H., Jr., age 35, 404 Baker Street, passed away Monday, September 28, (1964). A lifetime resident of this community, Mr. Jule graduated from Western Washington College of Education in 1958, and had taught French at Fairhaven Junior High School the past four years. He was a veteran of the Korean War. Survivors are his widow, Gita, at home; one daughter, Anne and a son, Eric, both at home; father, James Jule, Sr., city; one brother, Major Wesley L. Jule with the Air Force in Germany; two sisters, Mrs. Myrtle M. Thompson, city; Mrs. Alice Quade, Spokane, and nieces and nephews. Services will be conducted by Rev. Grant Whipple Friday, October 2 at 3 p.m. at the Jones Funeral Home, followed by burial in Woodlawn Cemetery.

JULE, Wesley L. – A memorial service for Wesley "Wes" Linder Jule of Roswell, NM, formerly of Bellingham, will be,held at a later date in Kerrville, Texas. Mr. Jule died of complications caused by an illness on Saturday, July 22, 2000 in Roswell. He was 76. Born Oct 11, 1923 to James H. and Emma Linder Jule in Bellingham, he was educated in the Bellingham School District. In 1942 he enlisted in the Army Air Corp where he was commissioned and served as a fighter pilot in P-38s. He completed 28 missions over Italy, Romania, Albania and Hungary before being shot down over Hungary. He was a prisoner of war at Stalag Luft III and Mosseburg for 11 months. He attained the rank of major. He retired from the U.S. Air Force after 27 years of service. Mr. Jule lived in Conroe, Texas for 23 years before moving to Kerrville, where he lived for seven years. In 1999 he moved to Roswell. Mr. Jule received the Air Medal with four Oak Leaf Clusters, Purple Heart, European African-Middle Eastern Theater Ribbon with the Bronze Battle Stars and three Overseas Bars. Mr. Jule was a member of Hill Country Chapter of American Ex-Prisoners of War and the Methodist Church. His wife of 56 years, Maxine (Richards) Jule, died previously. Survivors include daughter Virginia Ferrey of Granada, Nicaragua; son Robert Jule of Roswell; sisters Myrtle Thompson of Bellevue and Alcie Rhoads of Spokane; three grandchildren; four nephews; three nieces; and many grandnieces and grandnephews. The American Red Cross was the only consistent and invaluable link to home for Mr. Jule while he was a prisoner of war. Arrangements are by Lagarone Funeral Chapel of Roswell.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 25 Jul 2000) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JULIAN, Alvida M. - A prayer vigil for Alvida M. Julian of Everson will be held at 7 p.m. Wednesday at Westford Funeral Home. A prayer service and wake will be held at 7 p.m. Thursday in North Vancouver, B.C. A funeral service will begin at 10 a.m. Friday at St. Paul's Catholic Church in North Vancouver, followed by interment at Burrard Reserve Cemetery. Mrs. Julian died Sunday, Sept. 12, 1999. She was 73. Her sister Eleanor Dapp preceded her in death. Survivors include her husband, Richard (Dick) Julian, of the family home daughters Carole Thomas and Gwendolyn and Laurinda Julian, all of Deming, and Janet Gleason of Lacey sons Randall Julian of Everson and Rodney Cline of Deming three sisters and two brothers, all of British Columbia 17 grandchildren 12 great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.

JULIUS, Haynes J., 62, a life resident Whatcom County, died Sunday (July 6, 1980) in a local hospital. Julius, of 2503 Elizabeth St., was born September 12, 1917, on the Lummi Indian Reservation. He was a veteran of World War II and a member of St. Joachim's Catholic Church. He is survived by his wife, Vela, five sons, and seven daughters. Vigil services will be held at 7 p.m. Wednesday at Moles Funeral Chapel. Funeral mass will be said at 10 a.m. Thursday at St. Joachim's Catholic Church. Burial will follow in Lummi Reservation Cemetery.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 7 Jul 1980) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JULIUS, John Jeffery - A vigil for John Jeffery Julius of Bellingham will be at 7 tonight at Lummi Community Center with Vernon Lane officiating. A funeral will be at 10 a.m. Thursday at the center with the Rev. Tim Sauer officiating. Mr. Julius died Saturday, Feb. 1, 1997. He was 43. Born Nov. 10, 1953, to Haynes Julius and Vela Jefferson in Bellingham, he graduated from Nooksack Valley High School and serve in the U.S. Navy. He married Jackie Warbus on Nov. 10, 1973. Mr. Julius worked as a carpenter, marine biologist, scuba diver and landscaper. He enjoyed painting and drawing, native art, collecting antiques and going to garage sales. He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers Gary Julius, Creig Julius and Mike Julius; and sister Valerie Julius. Survivors include daughters Jackie Julius and Bonita Julius, both of Deming; son John Julius Jr. of Deming; companion Keith LaFavre of Bellingham; sisters Jena Ostrand, Vickie Julius, Vera Solomon, Vela Julius, Tami Julius and Vanessa Julius, all of Lummi, and Anita "Bop" Johnson of Rhode Island; brothers Rod Julius and Tony Julius, both of Lummi; four grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews.

JULIUS, Michael Jay, 27, 2523 Jaeger St, died Thursday (Feb. 17, 1983). He was born April 23, 1955 in Bellingham, and was a lifetime resident of Lummi Island. He graduated from Bellingham High School and attended Skagit Valley College in Mount Vernon and Biola Bible College in Los Angeles, Calif. He was an avid fisherman with his own boat. He was a member of St. Joachim's Catholic Church. He was preceded in death by his mother and father. He is survived by a son, fiancee, stepfather, four brothers, seven sisters and numerous nieces, nephews, aunts and uncles. Vigil services will be held Monday at 6:30 p.m. in Moles Funeral Home with the Rev. Jack Buckalew presiding. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10 a.m. Tuesday in St. Joachim's Catholic Church under the direction of the Rev. Dennis Zoet. Burial will follow in Lummi Reservation Cemetery. Arrangements by Moles Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 20 Feb 1983) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JUNKIN, Earl (Keith), 67, died in Longview Friday (June 28, 1968). Mr. Junkin was a retired member of the Teamsters Union and a lifetime resident of Whatcom County. Surviving are the widow, Thelma, of Bellingham; a son Duane Junkin of Kalama; a daughter Mrs. Eileen Jensen of Bellingham; a half-brother Arnold Keith of Bellingham, and two grandchildren. Services are pending at Ditlevsen-Moore Funeral Home in Kelso.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 30 Jun 1968) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JUNKIN, Thelma Evelyn "Gerry", 72, 715 Wilson Ave., died Sunday at her home. Born in Fairhaven on Jan 11, 1913, she was a lifelong Bellingham resident. She was a seamstress, and enjoyed needlepoint. She married Earl Junkin in 1931. He died in 1968. Survivors include a son, a daughter and two granddaughters. No services will be held. The body will be cremated, with burial in Woodlawn Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society.
(From the Bellingham Herald, October 1, 1985) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JUNTUNEN, Veronica Jean of 8389 Carl Road, Everson, died Thursday, Nov 16, 1995, at St. Joseph Hospital after a long illness. She was 57. A memorial service will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday at Nooksack Valley Lodge in Nooksack. Burial will be in Greenacres Memorial Park. Born Dec. 3, 1937 to Michael and Genovefa Czerwinski Washuka in Sullivan County NY, she married Frank Juntunen on April 29, 1961 in Virginia Beach, VA. Mrs. Juntunen worked as procurement buyer for the U.S. Navy exchange for about 20 years. She and her husband moved to Whatcom County in 1982 after living in Spring Valley, Calif. A member of Eastern Star, No. 171 Nooksack Chapter, she enjoyed genealogy. Survivors include her husband; son Michael Juntunen of Bellingham; sisters Anna Mae Gonzales of California and Sophie Chang, Kathleen Lugo and Dorothy Lukashenack all of New York. Arrangements by Jerns-LeVeck Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 19 Nov 1995) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JUSSILA, Leona G., age 94 of Bellingham, passed away in Bellingham on August 7, 2005. Honoring her wishes, there will be no services. Leona was born November 17, 1910 in Hibbing, Minnesota, to John and Rosa Jokitalo Jussila. She lived in Whatcom County for the last 30 years. Surviving Leona are four nephews and their families in Minnesota and Montana. Preceding Leona in death were her parents, sister Hildegard Hartman and brothers Bill and John Jussila. Arrangements by Greenacres|Moles Funeral Home
(From The Bellingham Herald, 10 Aug 2005) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

JUSTASON, Albertine - Visitation for Albertine Pauline Justason of Bellingham will be from 2 to 6 p.m. Thursday at Jones-Moles Funeral Home. A funeral will be at 10 am Friday at Jones-Moles Funeral Home with the Rev. James F. VanHorn officiating. Burial will be in Woodlawn Cemetery. Mrs. Justason died Monday, Dec. 25, 1995 at Alderwood Park Convalescent Center. She was 103. Born March 14, 1892 to Misias and Pauline Desjardir LeClaire in Quebec, Canada, she lived in Whatcom County for 52 years. She was a member of Seventh-day Adventist Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, Raymond Justason, in 1971, daughter Judy Groves in 1989 and son Allan Justason in 1993. Survivors include daughters Pauline Justason and Esther Bliss, both of Bellingham; brother Albert LeClaire of Odessa, Ontario, Canada; 11 grandchildren; 19 great-grandchildren; and nine great-great grandchildren.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 27 Dec 1995) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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