LANG, David Henry, formerly of Bellingham, died Tuesday, April 29, 1997, in Vancouver, Wash. He was 38. Services were held in Vancouver. He was born Oct. 3, 1958, to Ernest and Violet Lang in Flint, Mich. Mr. Lang received a bachelor's degree from the University of California at Berkeley and a master's degree from the University of San Francisco. He worked as a training facilitator for Bank of America. He enjoyed traveling, fine dining, movies and visiting beaches. Survivors include his parents of Bellingham, brother Norman Lang of Swartz Creek, Mich., and sisters Martha DeLeo of Vancouver, Wash., and Carol Jameson of Bay City, Mich.
LANG, Dorothy Florence Weirauch passed away September 9, 2005, at Merrill Gardens at the Garden House in Bellingham, WA, with her family at her bedside, along with the most caring staff employed at Merrill Gardens. Dorothy was born in Bellingham, Washington, on September 11, 1921. Her parents were Arthur and Mary Anne Weirach (sic). They moved the family out to Ferndale, Washington, when Dorothy was five years old. She graduated from Ferndale High School. She married Francis Joseph Lang August 7, 1944, in Bellingham, Washington, and just celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary. Dorothy worked for the Whatcom County Assessor's office for 21 years, and retired 20 years ago as the Administrative Assistant to the Assessor. Dorothy had a passion for traveling when she retired, traveling all over the world. She enjoyed putting photo albums and scrapbooks together of each trip that she took. She and Francis also shared a passion for flower gardening. Dorothy enjoyed hiking with the Bellingham Senior Activity Center, and said that she had hiked almost all over Whatcom County over the years. Dorothy is survived by her husband, Francis Joseph Lang, of the family home; their nephew, Landrum Wise and his wife of Houston, Texas; their niece, Constance Stoner Wise of Minneapolis, Minnesota; along with the Peter and Allison Svdein family of Custer, the Mark Abbott family of Lynden, Eldon Abbott and Jon Abbott family of Ferndale. Graveside services will be held on Wednesday, September 14, 2005 at 2 p.m. at Greenacres|Mole Cemetery in Ferndale, with Pastor Douglas Iben of Trinity Lutheran Church officiating.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 14 Sep 2005) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.
LANG, Frank was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, on September 9, 1916, to an immigrant family, Joseph and Anna Lang. He was the youngest of 8 children. He joined the Navy in 1942, right after Pearl Harbor. Frank was a Navy air navigator on a PV1. He did 2 tours of duty in the Pacific Theater. Frank met and then subsequently married the love of his life, Dorothy Weirauch, on August 7, 1944. Dorothy preceded Frank in death on September 9, 2005, after 61 years of marriage. Frank worked at Union Printing for 20 years and 15 years for Whatcom County. He was passionate about gardening, trains, and planes. He spent a lot of time reading books from the library. Frank and Dorothy purchased their home on Cedarwood Ave. in 1945 and lived their complete life in this home. He is leaving behind his Goddaughter, Allison Svedin and her husband Peter of Custer, WA; niece, Connie Wise Stoner of Mexico; and nephew, Landrum Wise of Texas. Frank will be buried at Moles Greenacres Memorial Park. At his request, no services will be held.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 11 Feb 2009) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.
LANGDON, Ivy G., age 85, resided at 2305 N. 92nd St., Seattle, passed away at her residence June 16, (1977). She had been a long time resident of Bellingham, prior to moving to Seattle. She leaves to survive 4 daughters, Betty Starkovich of Seattle, Mabel Hartman of Seattle, Marian Tisdel of Sumner and Mildred Sepich of Nevada; 1
sister, Effie Warington and 1 brother, Rowe Nash both of Bellingham. Funeral services will be held Monday,
June 20 at 1:30 p.m. in the Chapel of Bingham & Jerns Funeral Home with Rev. Paul Cantelon officiating.
Interment in Greenacres Cemetery.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 19 Jun 1977) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.
LANGE, Ethel A., age 88 of 5616 Sand Rd., passed away Fri., Sept. 9, In early life, Mrs. Lange was a school
teacher in Minn. and Kittitas Co., WA and had been a resident of this community for the past 65 years. Surviving
1 son, Robert Lange, city; 1 daughter, Mrs. Helen Martin of Richland; 3 brothers, Walter Phare of Ellensburg,
Guy Phare of Lakebay and Roscoe Phare of Ore.; 3 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren. At her request,
there will be no services. Cremation Greenacres Memorial Park. Arrangements Jones Funeral home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 11 Sep 1977) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.
LANGE, Mark Andrew passed away Sunday, September 2, 2007 after a 2-1/2 year vigorous battle with cancer of the liver. Mark was born August 17, 1956 to Darlene and Fred Lange in Bellingham, WA. He was raised in Mount Vernon and graduated from Mount Vernon High School in 1974 and was student body president his senior year and participated in Boy's State in Pullman. He loved participating in football and track in his high school years and always was a believer in fitness. Mark graduated from Western Washington University in 1978 with a BA degree in Political Science and graduated from Willamette University Law School in 1981 with a Juris Doctor degree and was a member of Law Review. Mark practiced Law in California, Oregon and Washington until he was forced to retire because of his illness. Mark had a very keen and innovative mind that made him successful in whatever field he chose to participate. He loved participating in political campaigns knowing that utilizing management and strategy successfully was a must for winning elections. Mark was a member of the Mount Vernon Elks #1604 and Bar Associations in California, Oregon and Washington. Mark is survived by his parents Darlene and Fred Lange of Mount Vernon; two brothers, Brett and wife Tami of Camano Island, Scott and wife Barb of Seattle. He is also survived by a very special niece, Taylor Lange and very special nephew, David Lange both of Burlington. His grandmothers Marie Padovan of Mount Vernon, Christine Lange of Puyallup; aunts, Judy and Janet Setina of Olympia and Rivkah Lange of Parkland; and uncles Terry Setina of Olympia and Chris Lange of North Bend also survive him, as well as many wonderful cousins throughout the northwest. He was preceded in death by his grandmother Althea Lange Setina and grandfathers Frederick Lange, Sr., John R. Setina and Andy Padovan. There will be a Celebration of Life for all of his friends and relatives on Sunday, September 9, 2007 from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. at the Mount Vernon Elks Lodge. Mark's family would like to give special thanks to Dr. Pforte, Dr. Halsey and Dr. Raish and their staffs, Life Care Center of Mount Vernon and to Skagit Hospice for their wonderful support.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 6 Sep 2007) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.
LANGE, Robert John, age 72 of Lynden, passed away peacefully at his daughter's home during a gathering of family and friends on July 4, 2002. Robert was born January 7, 1930 to Gustave and Henrietta (Hobblink) Lange. They moved to Lynden when he was six months old. Robert graduated from Lynden High School in 1947 and married Janet Q. E. Hicks in 1950. He worked at the Lynden Post Office as a city carrier for 15 years, and then as a rural mail carrier for 18 years before retiring in 1988. Robert liked to fish, hunt, garden and spend time with his family. He taught Sunday school class at Sunrise Baptist church where he also served on the deacon board. Visitation will be held at Westford Funeral Home Tuesday 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. and Wednesday 9:00 to 10:00 a.m. followed by a private family graveside service at Greenacres Memorial Park. Memorial services will be held at Sunrise Baptist Church 3:00 p.m. Wednesday with Rev. Jon Aldrich officiating.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 7 Jul 2002) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.
LANGHORN, Borge T. - No services will be held for Borge T. Langhorn of Sumas. Interment will be at Sumas Cemetery. Mr. Langhorn died Thursday, Sept. 23, 1999, in Bellingham. He was 91. Born May 10, 1908, in Copenhagen, Denmark, he moved to the United States in 1929 and had been a Sumas resident since August. Mr. Langhorn married Etta Sternberg. Mr. Langhorn worked as a machinist for Westinghouse of Sunnyvale, Calif., for 40 years. Survivors include his ex-wife of Rogue River, Ore. son Eugene Langhorn of Sumas many brothers and sisters in Denmark eight grandchildren 12 great-grandchildren and four great great-grandchildren. Arrangements are by Gillies Funeral Home of Lynden.
LANGHORN, Marlene Joy passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her family and friends on June 5, 2007, after a year-long illness. She was born August 1, 1935 in Wisner, Nebraska, raised in Bremerton, WA and graduated from the University of Washington where she received a BA in education. Marlene married the love of her life, Jack Langhorn, in 1958. Together they raised 2 children, Debbie and Curtis, in Bellingham. She was an elementary school teacher in the State of Washington for 34 years. This was a career that she thoroughly enjoyed. Marlene's favorite things included spending time with her family and friends, cheering on her grandchildren at their special events, traveling the world, taking an active part at Faith Lutheran church where she volunteered her time and enjoyed singing in the choir, entertaining at home, needlework, cooking and shopping. She was a member of Faith Lutheran Church, Zeta Tau Alpha Sorority, and ADK. She was preceded in death by her parents and son Curtis. Marlene is survived by her loving and devoted husband Jack of 49 years; her daughter Debbie and grandchildren Nate and Adam Gwaltney; and her grandchildren Derek, Mallory and Riley Langhorn. She is also survived by her sister Karen Frey and numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. Marlene will be dearly missed by her family and friends. She had a loving and generous heart that touched everyone who knew her. We are grateful for the love and support that Hospice, Faith Lutheran Church, family and dear friends have provided during this very difficult time. A memorial service will be held at Faith Lutheran Church at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, June 12.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 7 Jun 2007) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.
LANGLEY, Genevieve Louise died Sunday, May 25, 2003 in Bellingham. Mrs. Langley lived in Whatcom County for seventy years. She was born in Seattle on January 9, 1909 to Frank and Grace (Triplett) Bridge, educated in the Everett schools, and married to James Weston Langley on June 25, 1932. They lived briefly in Seattle and in Blaine during his employment with the State Banking Department. They lived over twenty-six years in Sumas and in Bellingham since 1959. Mrs. Langley was an active member of the First Baptist Church, and the Bellingham Golf and Country Club, where she had served in earlier years as an officer. She was a long time member of the Dr. Cilley Sword Chapter of the American Cancer Society. The Children's Medical Center, the Lighthouse Mission, Salvation Army, and other local charities were of concern to her. She was preceded in death by her husband, and her three brothers. Mrs. Langley is survived by her sons and their families, David and Joyce Langley of Bellingham, Neal and Mary Langley of Midland, Michigan, Bruce and Lynn Langley of Birch Bay Village 12 grandchildren 23 great-grandchildren three nieces and many dear friends. We have shared her love and grace, and her confident faith in the promises of our Lord Jesus Christ. A memorial service will be held at the First Baptist Church of Bellingham at 1:00 p.m. on Thursday, May 29, with private inurnment at Greenacres|Moles Cemetery. Remembrances may be given to a favorite charity. Greenacres | Moles Funeral Home Crematory & Cemetery.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 27 May 2003) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.
LANGNER, Arnie of Ferndale died at home of Lou Gehrig's Disease Wednesday, Nov. 12, 1997. He was 67. A memorial celebration was held at the family home Sunday. Born July 7, 1930, to Christian and Sophia Dodge Langner in Terril, Iowa, he graduated from Hayes Township High School. Mr. Langner received under graduate and post graduate degrees from the Iliff School of Theology in Denver. He married Angela Duenas in 1971. Mr. Langner was an ordained elder in the Methodist Church and served as student minister in churches in Iowa and Nebraska. He also served as chaplain for Colorado State Division of Youth Services and Adult Corrections. After moving to Whatcom County in 1985, Mr. Langner facilitated the Grief Support Group for Hospice of Whatcom County. He was a fellow of the American Association of Pastoral Counselors. He was preceded in death by his brothers Wayne, Ralph, Lowell and Clair and sister Ellen. Survivors include his wife of the family home; son Lynn Langner of Lakewood, Colo.; daughters Christine Rasmussen, Arnice Langner of Lakewood and Bonny Huschka of Buena Vista, Colo.; brother Gladwyn of Storm Lake, Iowa; seven grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews.
LANGSTON, William A. of 2185 Seamount Drive, Ferndale, died Friday, Feb. 19, 1993 at Pioneer Ridge Health Care Center. He was 51. Graveside services will be held at 3 p.m. Thursday at Greenacres Memorial Park with Rex Watt officiating. He was born Oct. 9, 1941, in Warren, Ark., to Earl and Mary Langston. Arrangements by Moles Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 24 Feb 1993) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.
LANGSTRAAT, Stella - Visitation for Stella Langstraat of Lynden will be from 1 p.m. to 9 p.m. today at Gillies Funeral Home in Lynden. Burial will be at 9:45 a.m. Monday in Monumenta Cemetery, followed by a memorial funeral service at 10:30 a.m. in the First Reformed Church in Lynden with Pastor Marc deWaard officiating. Mrs. Langstraat died at the Christian Health Care Center in Lynden on Thursday, Oct. 30, 1997. She was 88. The daughter of Klaas and Grace (Hulst) Dykstra, Mrs. Lanstraat (sic) was born in Hospers, Iowa, on Feb. 14, 1909. She grew up there and later married Cornelius Langstraat on March 11, 1938. Shortly after their marriage, they moved to the Everson area and then to Lynden in 1945. She was a charter member of the Nooksack Valley Reformed Church and then the First Reformed Church in Lynden. Mrs. Langstraat was a professional seamstress and enjoyed gardening and singing in the Lynden Senior Center Choir. She was preceded in death by her husband in 1985; an infant daughter, Virginia; brothers Ben and Henry Dykstra; and sister Margaret VanZee. Survivors include her son Bill Langstraat of Bellingham; daughters Gloria Norton of River Edge, N. J., and Linda Witman of Everson; five grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; sisters Tracie Langstraat, Anna Assink, Ramona Noteboom and Wilma Langstraat, all of Lynden, and Marie Smith of Spokane; and numerous nieces and nephews. Services are under the direction of Gillies Funeral Home in Lynden.
LANKHAAR, Bertha Eversole of Bellingham died early Wednesday morning July 17, 2002 at Cordata Healthcare Center. She was 85. A funeral service for Bertha will take place on Monday July 22 at 1:00 p.m. at the chapel of Gillies Funeral Home in Lynden with Rev. Cornilus Rientjes officiating. Burial will follow in Woodlawn Cemetery. Bertha was born to Jacob and Bertha (Anhorn) Tschritter on April 2, 1917 in Lodi, CA. She moved with her family to the Everson area when she was twelve. She attended Clearbrook and Lynden Schools. In 1936 Bertha was married to Len Lankhaar. Len and Bertha operated a dairy farm on the Stickney Island Rd. for 17 years before opening the Guide Trading Post in 1957 and the Hilltop restaurant in 1959. Len died in 1973. In 1975 she married Casey DeGroot who died in 1983. She then married Ralph Eversole who died in the early 1990's. She was an avid bowler and once bowled a 300 pin game. She also enjoyed traveling in her motorhome, snowmobiling, gardening, and doing crossword puzzles. Bertha is survived by a son Ken Lankhaar and a daughter Shirley Heflin, both of Bellingham sisters Tillie Taylor of Sedro-Woolley and Linda Dockter of San Leandro, CA six grandchildren and twelve great-grandchildren and a close friend Mitzi. Beside her husbands and parents, she was preceded by three brothers Richard, John, and Jacob Tschritter sisters Donna Stiles, Mary Seifert, Ella Schaefer and Ann Weber-Hardie and a son Leonard Lankhaar. Bertha's family would like to thank the staff of Cordata Health Care and Hospice of Whatcom Co. for their support and loving care. Services are under the care of Gillies Funeral Home in Lynden.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 21 Jul 2002) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.
LANPHERE, Carrie E., 81, a resident of Mount Vernon for the past 35 years, died at the family home Monday (Jan. 21, 1963) after an extended illness. Mrs. Lanphere had owned and operated the Elite Apartments here for many years prior to her retirement in 1955. She was a member of the Free Methodist Church and the Conway Civic Club. Survivors include the husband, Charles, of Mount Vernon; a son, Claude Simon of Sandpoint, Idaho, and two daughters, Mrs. Gladys Brenesk of Bremerton, and Mrs. Irene Kuchta of Seattle; a sister, a brother, four grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. Services will be held at 2 p.m. Friday at Kern Funeral Home here. Burial will follow at Anderson Cemetery in Stanwood.
(From The Bellingham Herald, January 22, 1963)
LANT, Lyla Jeanette, age 94, passed away Oct. 4, 2006 at her home in Bellingham. She was born March 13, 1912 to Sherman and Clara (Martinson) Strand in Friday Harbor, where she spent her first 6 years. The family then moved to Bellingham where she has lived ever since. Lyla married Harold Lant in 1936. She was a member of the Frances Larrabee Garden Club, Women of Rotary, Bellingham Golf & Country Club, Bellingham Yacht Club, and Garden Street United Methodist Church. She was a Docent for the Whatcom Museum of History & Art and loved to dance at the "30 and 6" and Comus dance clubs. She enjoyed traveling, entertaining and planning family reunions. She was preceded in death by husband Harold in 1994. She is survived by daughter Pat (husband Jim) Grenfell of Sedro-Woolley, son Steve (wife Linda) Lant of Poulsbo, granddaughter Julie Grenfell of Mount Vernon, grandson Ryan (wife Tracy) Lant of Incline Village, NV and their children Cody and Sam, brother Carroll (wife VeNita) Baker of Orange, CA, and special step-grand and great-grandchildren. Burial will be held at Bayview City Cemetery. A Celebration of Lyla's Life will be held at Westford Funeral Home on Thurs. Oct 12 at p.m. followed by a reception at the family home. Rev. Bill Green will be officiating.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 8 Oct 2006) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.
LANTIS, Carolyn Jean, age 41 of 5255 Byers Rd., passed away in a local hospital Aug. 4, (1981). Mrs. Lantis was bookkeeper and business manager for Bestway Mobile Homes Sales & Service for the past 11 years. She leaves to survive her husband Ike Lantis; 3 sons, Martin, Gary and Donald; 1 daughter, Shirley Head, all residing in Bellingham; 1 brother, Larry Schreier of Nebraska; 2 sisters, Charlotte Chandler of Ferndale, Charlene Hines of Colorado; 4 grandchildren. Funeral services will be held Fri., Aug. 7 at 10:30 a.m. in the Veroske Jerns LeVeck Funeral Chapel. Interment to follow in Enterprise Cemetery.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 6 Aug 1981) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.
LANTIS, Donald Dwayne, age 30 of Bellingham, passed away November 23, 1998 at Sunrise Care Center. Mr. Lantis was born December 23, 1967 in Boulder, Colorado to Ivan and Carolyn (Schreier) Lantis. Don grew up in Ferndale and attended school in Ferndale. He was owner/operator of the ACE RV and Mobile Home Service and was greatly appreciated by his customers. He would do many things for his nieces and nephews who loved him dearly. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, uncle Marvin Lantis, his mother Carolyn Lantis and brother Martin Lantis. Survivors are his father, Ivan Lantis, of Bellingham; brothers: Gary and wife Karen Lantis of Bellingham; Dave and wife Judy Lantis of Bellingham; sister Shirley and husband Keith Beard of Birch Bay; uncles Larry and his wife Norma Schreier of Nebraska and Ralph Chandler of Ferndale; aunt Charlotte Chandler of Ferndale and Charlene and husband Tim Stapp of Colorado; five nieces and two nephews. A Funeral Service will be held Wednesday, Dec. 2nd. The arrangements and services are under the direction of The Jerns Funeral Chapel.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 29 Nov 1998) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.
LANTIS, Ivan "Ike" passed away in Ferndale on December 11, 2009. He was 79 years old. In his professional life, Ike founded Bestway Mobile Homes and later worked as a Recycling Technician. He was known for making friends easily and those who knew him surely remember that phrase that followed every story Ike told: "Do ya know what I mean?" Ike was preceded in death by his parents, sisters and brothers. He will also be reunited with his wife Carolyn and sons Marty and Donnie. Survivors include daughter Shirley Beard and son Gary Lantis. Also surviving are numerous grand-children, great-grandchildren, cousins and friends. A graveside service will be held at Enterprise Cemetery on Monday, December 21st at 2:00 p.m. Please join us immediately following the service for a remembrance potluck in the clubhouse at Bakerview Mobile Home Park, 4015 Eliza. Ike would love for you to attend, do ya know what I mean?
(From The Bellingham Herald, 17 Dec 2009) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.
LANTIS, Martin I., age 36, of 5255 Byers Rd., Bellingham, WA, passed away September 3, 1994 at his home. Mr. Lantis was born Jan. 22, 1958 in Wheatland, WY to Ivan and Carolyn (Schreier) Lantis and moved to Whatcom County in 1969. He loved camping, the mountains and people. Survivors are his two daughters, Kristina and Melissa Lantis of Renton; father, Ivan Lantis of Bellingham; two brothers, Gary Lantis of Ferndale and Don Lantis of Bellingham; a sister, Shirley Beard of Birch Bay; three nieces and two nephews. A funeral service will be held 12 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 8, 1994 in the Jerns LeVeck Funeral Chapel followed by burial at Enterprise Cemetery.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 7 Sep 1994) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.
LANTRIP, Randall J. was born March 25, 1964 in Bakersfield, CA to Harry W. Lantrip and Shirley L. Agee-Lantrip. He passed away the morning of September 21, 2006 at St. Francis Extended Care in Bellingham. Randy, as he was fondly called, grew up and attended school in Kent, WA. He attended Green River and Highline Community Colleges before getting to the Bellingham area to attend and complete some computer science related courses at Western Washington University. Randy served six years in the Army Reserves and was honorably discharged in 1988. Randy was a resident of Whatcom County/Bellingham for the rest of his life, working a few places in the area until he settled into a job assisting with creative landscape installation and construction work for the last seven years. He was preceded in death by his brother, Clifford and mother, Shirley Agee-Lantrip. Randy is survived by his father, Harry Lantrip and stepmother Catherine Oslin-Lantrip of Seattle; brothers Douglas Lantrip of Lafayette IN, Jeffrey Lantrip; sister-in-law Carrie Gordon-Lantrip; nephews Joseph, Frankie, Isaac and Gilbert of Enumclaw, WA. Randy also made a big impact on the local hobby/war-gaming clubs, creating games of his own and continually showing everyone his creative and artistic talents. A private Graveside Service will be held. Randy will be laid to rest at a local cemetery in the military veteran's area. A Memorial Service will be held at Good News Fellowship Church in Ferndale at 1 p.m. on Wednesday, September 27, 2006.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 24 Sep 2006) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.
LANUM, James Don of Bellingham died Friday, Nov. 17, 1995, at Shuksan Convalescent Center. He was 67. No service will be held. He was born July 1, 1928, in Rabid Hill, W.Va. Arrangements are by Greenacres Funeral Home and Crematorium.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 22 Nov 1995) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.
LaPLANTE, Katherine J., 64, lifetime resident of Bellingham, WA passed away Mon., July 23, 2001. Survived by daughters Jannette Willet and Viola Metcalf, son Dan LaPlante, sister Patricia Kuhns, and brother Duane Partlow. Private family services. Whatcom Cremation.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 28 Jul 2001) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.
LaPLANTE, Vernon Howard of Bellingham died Tuesday, April 11, 1995, at St. Joseph Hospital. He was 87. A
graveside service will be at 11 a.m. Friday at Greenacres Memorial Park. Born Oct. 18, 1907 to William and
Florence LaPlante in Bellingham, he lived most of his life in Whatcom County or on Orcas Island. He served in
the U.S. Army during World War II. Mr. LaPlante worked at Great Northern Railroad. Survivors include daughter Linda LaPlante of Soap Lake, son Garry LaPlante of Bellingham, sister Dorothy Whelan of Bellingham and two grandchildren.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 13 Apr 1995) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.
LaPLANTE, Walter L. - Memorial services for Walter L. LaPlante of Bellingham will be at 2 p.m. Friday at Good News Fellowship with the Rev. Erik Johnson officiating. Mr. LaPlante of 1200 Birchwood Ave. died Tuesday, Feb. 8, 1994. He was 88. Born Aug. 7, 1905, to William and Florence LaPlante on Orcas Island, he was a lifelong resident of Whatcom County. Survivors include daughters Merna Peterson of Ferndale and Roberta Wiltfong of Loomis, Calif.; sons Phil LaPlante of Milwaukee and Leonard LaPlante of Redmond, Ore.; adopted son Danny LaPlante of Bellingham; sister Dorothy Whelan and brother Vernon LaPlante, both of Bellingham; friend and care-giver Darwin Clark of Ferndale; nine grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. Arrangements by Jones-Moles Funeral Home and Cremation Service in Bellingham.
LAPP, Adelbert E., of Sumas, passed away June 2, (1942) following a short illness. He was 85 years old. Mr. Lapp was a retired merchant of Sumas having lived here for the past forty-two years. He leaves to survive his widow, Mary; one son Archie A. Lapp of Sumas; one daughter, Mrs. Clara May MacDonald of Chilliwack, B.C.; six grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be held Friday afternoon June 5 at 2 o'clock at the Gillies Mortuary Home in Sumas with Rev. Roy McCulloch of Sumas officiating. Interment will be made in the Sumas Cemetery with the Masons giving their ritualistic services at the graveside.
LAPP, James Watson, 82, of Sumas, died Monday Feb. 5, 2001 at his home. He was born January 6, 1919 to Archibald A. and Josephine E. Watson Lapp in Sumas, Washington where he remembers a wonderful childhood. Inducted into Service on March 27, 1941 at Ft. Lewis (Tacoma), WA, his basic training was at Camp Roberts, Calif. and Santa Ana, Calif where he attended Cadet Training Pre-Flight School in October 1942. Jim graduated from Navigation School as Second Lt. on May 29, 1943 from Mather Field, Sacramento, Calif. As a crew member on a B-47 in June 1943, he became Combat Ready Crew in August 1943 and was sent overseas (England) in own plane, B-17. From there, Jim went into the 96th Bomb Group - 339th Squadron, and flew four (4) Combat missions, the fourth mission being the one he and crew were shot down. This mission was on October 14, 1943 when orders were given to bomb the ball bearing factories in Schweinfurt, Germany. (And as many know, this battle was so bitterly fought and ended with such devastating losses that it became known as "Black Thursday" and generally acknowledged as the most savagely fought air battle in history.) Jim's crew hit their target and were shot down by Flak-ME109 and crash landed 15 miles south of Ments, Germany. They were captured by civilians and Hitler's Youth and interned in Stalag Luft III for eighteen (18) months. On January 27, 1945, the men were marched out of the camp and ended up in Stalag Luft VII-A, and then liberated by General George Patton on April 29, 1945. Jim was discharged into the Reserve on January 21, 1946 and then recalled on March 18, 1949 in Navigation Instructor School at Mather Field, Calif. As instructor at Ellonton, Texas, he was transferred to MacDill Air Force Base (Tampa), Florida on February 1, 1950 into the 305th Bomb Group with a B-29 plane. Again, Jim went overseas in August 1950 - 1951 to Okinawa, and flew fifty-three (53) missions over Korea. He returned to MacDill AFB on March 1951 and transitioned to B-47's at Bunker Hill, Indiana and Lincoln, Nebraska. Retiring on June 1, 1964 as a Regular Lt. Col. of the United States Air Force, Jim returned to Sumas, WA and built his home. Jim was a member of The 96th Bomb Group - 339th Squadron; The American Ex-Prisoners of War, Inc; Ex-POW Fourth Corner Chapter - Bellingham, WA; Second Schweinfurt Memorial Association (Black Thursday); Stalag Luft III, Germany; U.S.A.A. since 1951; 305th Bombardment Wing at MacDill AFB, FL; The Retired Officers Association; National Association for Uniformed Services; Life Member of the DAV, Chapter 19, Bellingham, WA; The Mighty Eighth AF Heritage Museum, Pooler, GA (Savannah); American Legion Memorial Post #212, Sumas, WA and Commander of the Post in 1966. Preceded in death by his parents, Archibald A. and Josephine E. Watson Lapp, Alice and Jim's infant daughter, Linda Kathleen Lapp, and his second wife, Marian Dickson Lapp. Survivors: wife Mrs. Martha Anne Lapp, Sumas, WA. Sister: Mrs. Nelda Mae Chapman, Las Vegas, Nevada. Sister and bro-in-law Mrs. Grace L. Ahrens and Carl W Ahrens of Seattle, WA. Brother F. Jay Lapp, Clinton, WA. Former Wife: Mrs. Alice Lapp, Sumas, WA. At his request no service will be held.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 12 Feb 2001) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.
LAPP, Jesse John - A memorial service for Jesse John Lapp of Bellingham will be at 2:30 p.m. Saturday at St. Francis Extended Health Care with Rev. Al Currier officiating. Mr. Lapp died Tuesday, April 1, 1997, at St. Francis Health Care. He was 91. Born April 4, 1905, to George and Emmer Gay Lapp in Leonard, Mo., he lived in Whatcom County since 1933. A dairy farmer, he enjoyed pitching horse shoes and reading. He was preceded in death by his wife, Louise, in 1995 and by a grandson, Keith Lapp, in 1991. Survivors include daughter Madeline Lapp of Everson, son Donald Lapp of Kendall, Kenneth Lapp of Federal Way and Oroville Lapp of Grapeview, 14 grandchildren, 27 great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild.
LAPP, Richard died Saturday, Dec. 23, 2000 in Everson. He was 45. A memorial service will be from 2 to 6 p.m. Saturday at 511 Mission Road, Everson. Born Jan. 10, 1955 in Bellingham to Orville and Shirley Lapp, he attended Olympia High School in Olympia and graduated from Nooksack Valley High School. He worked for asphalt-paving companies in Olympia and Everson and for Wilder Construction Co in Bellingham and Everett. Survivors include his wife, Beatrice Lapp, and son Justin Lapp, both of Everson; daughter Jennifer Lapp of Monroe; his parents of Grapeview; brothers Dan Lapp and David Lapp both of Olympia, and Phil Lapp and Scott Lapp both of Tacoma; sisters Sheryl Lapp of Maui, Hawaii, and Jennifer Cowden and Jaimee Lapp, bothof Olympia; and numerous aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews. Cremation arrangements by Purdy and Walters, with Cassidy Funeral Home, Everett.
small>(From The Bellingham Herald, 27 Dec 2000) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.
LARCOM, Ivy May - Services for Ivy May Larcom, 841 Harrison St., Blaine, will be at 11 a.m. Friday in Woodlawn Cemetery. She died Tuesday (Jan. 22, 1985) in a Bellingham hospital at the age of 77. A family member described her as a homemaker who loved gardening, especially flowers. She lived in Blaine for more than 50 years. The daughter of Elmer and Nettie Worden, she was born in Lynden on Nov. 5, 1907, and was a lifelong resident of Whatcom County. Her husband, Ray, preceded her in death. She is survived by a son, four brothers, three sisters and three grandchildren. Visitation at Jerns & LeVeck Funeral Chapel in Bellingham is until 8 p.m. today. The Rev. Donald Walter will officiate at graveside services.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 24 Jan 1985) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.
LARKIN, Dr. Edmond Francis, practicing physician in Bellingham for 50 years until his retirement last year, died at 12:30 a.m. Friday (March 2, 1956) in a local hospital at the age of 82. Born Feb. 2, 1874, in Montgomery County, Ind. he received his early education in that state and went to Wabash Medical College at Crawfordsville, Ind., from where he was graduated in 1896. After serving 20 months internship at Cook County Hospital in Chicago, he became assistant to Dr. O. S. Reynolds who operated a private hospital in Indianapolis, Ind. He went into private practice in Franklin, Ind. in 1901 for five years before coming to Bellingham. He was married to Miss E. Lucille Bryant at Atchison, Kan. Oct. 15, 1902. They observed their golden wedding anniversary three years ago. For many years they resided at 26_5 Hampton Place, where Dr. Larkin had his office until he sold the family home in 1947, at which time they moved to 1313 Lake Samish where they resided since. Their home on Hampton Place became the Parkhaven Private Hospital. Dr. Larkin became a patient at Parkhaven Jan. 2 and died there. He had been a member many years of both the Whatcom County Medical Society and the American Medical Association. He was a member also of the Jehovah's Witnesses. Besides his wife he is survived by two daughters, Mrs. Pauline Hillier of Seattle and Mrs. Edna Reed in Oakland, Calif., one granddaughter, Miss Helen L. Brimer of Oakland. The remains rest at Jones' Harlow Hollingsworth Funeral Home where services will be held at 7:30 p.m.
LaROCHE, William Thomas, Jr., age 72, of Blaine, passed away Mon., Jan. 13, 1997, at Alerwood Park Convalescent Center, after a long illness. He was born Oct. 2, 1924, in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada, to William and Margaret (Elliott) LaRoche, Sr. and has been a Whatcom County resident for the past 27 years. At Mr. LaRoche's request, there will be no service. Greenacres Funeral Home & Crematorium
LARRABEE, Edward Payne Larrabee "Ned" age 47 years, passed away following an auto accident near North Bend, Thursday, December 14, (1944). Mr. Larrabee was born here and for the past ten years has resided in Spokane where he represented the Roslyn Cascade Coal Co. Deceased was a veteran of the first World war, having served with the Royal Canadian Air Force. Surviving relatives are the widow, Consuelo McM. Larrabee at Spokane; two daughters, Mrs. Donald Spaulding, New York City, and Consuelo Larrabee, at home and one son, Edward McM. also at home; one brother, Charles F. of this city and a sister, Mary L. Bourgue, Pasadena, Calif. The remains are at the funeral home of Harlow-Hollingsworth where private services will be conducted by the Rev. James M. Wilson, Saturday, December 16 at 2 p. m. Cremation.
(From The Bellingham Herald, December 15, 1944)
LARSEN, Alice J., 89, of Ferndale, passed away peacefully at the family farm on Friday, August 10, 2007. Born March 19, 1918, in Ferndale to Swiss immigrants, Louis and Mary Burgler, Alice lived her entire married life on the farm she loved. She was a member of the Ferndale Heritage Society, St. Joseph Catholic Church, and Sons of Norway. She is preceded n death by her parents; husband Paul; brothers Louis and Joe; and sisters Mary McCarty and Ann Coleman. She is survived by her three children; sons Jim (Chris) Larsen of Ferndale, and Dick Larsen of Vancouver, WA; and daughter Helen (Larry) Birchall of Ferndale; grandchildren Joe Larsen of Grandview, WA, and Steve Larsen of Ferndale; brother Frank Burgler; and sister Pauline Charlton. The family would like to thank Dr. Goo and staff, Visiting Angels and the entire staff at Alderwood Park Convalescent Center. Visitation will be held on Monday, August 20, from 4 to 7 p.m. at Moles Funeral Home in Ferndale. A funeral mass will be held at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, August 21, 2007 at St. Joseph Catholic Church, Ferndale, with burial to follow in Enterprise Cemetery.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 18 Aug 2007) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.
LARSEN, Arland W., of Bellingham, Washington, passed away on Sunday, October 22, 2006. Arland was 66 years old and a lifetime resident of Whatcom County. Arland was a reserved man who loved his wife, Alice, family, and grandchildren. He was proud of his 38 years career at GP and liked to work with his hands – especially his word with furniture, his tractor, and his retro bike. He enjoyed Scandinavian and bluegrass music and loved playing his harmonica along with his friend, Larry. Arland was preceded in death by his mom and dad and is survived by his wife, Alice; daughters: Jean Larsen and Joann Ashcraft; grandchildren: Levi, Weston, and Tyler; and brother, Sel, and his wife Jan Larsen. A viewing will be held for Arland on Thursday, October 26, 7:00-9:00 p.m. at Moles Greenacres Funeral Home, Ferndale. A Graveside Committal will be held Friday, October 27, at 1:00 p.m. and Greenacres Memorial Park, followed by a 2:00 p.m. Memorial Service at Living Hope Fellowship, 824 W. Smith Rd., Bellingham.
LARSEN, Arthur E., 69, 729 Newell St, died Tuesday (April 14, 1987) in Bellingham. Mr. Larsen, a lifelong Bellingham resident, was born Oct. 6, 1917, in Bellingham. He owned the old Lighthouse and Ten-hi Tavern. Mr. Larsen served as a Boatswain Mate, First Class in the U.S. Navy in the South Pacific during World War II and was a life member of the veterans of Foreign Wars, Post No. 1585 in Bellingham. He was a Lutheran. Survivors include his wife Frances; two sons, Clayton and Arne of Bellingham; two daughters, Lynne Glenovich and Gail Evans of Bellingham; two brothers, Clayton and Melvin; 10 grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. Visitation will be from 8 a.m. to noon, Thursday at Jones Funeral Home. Graveside services will be at 1 p.m. Thursday at Woodlawn Cemetery with Jimmie O. Hanson officiating. Arrangements by Jones Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 15 Apr 1987) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.
LARSEN, Bernadette Lou, age 68, of Bellingham, died Saturday, Oct. 12, 1996 at St. Joseph Hospital. She was born Nov. 30, 1927 in Bellingham to Wallace and Helen (Burger) Ford. Mrs. Larsen was a graduate of Assumption School and Bellingham High School. She was a member of VFW Auxiliary, Eagles and Local Union #231. She worked as a sea food processor and later in the bakery at Albertsons until retiring. Survived by a daughter, Mary Snowden of Bellingham; her mother, Helen Ford of Bellingham; a sister-in-law, Emmy Ford of Ravensdale, WA. Visitation will be at Westford Funeral Home, 9 to 1:30 Wednesday, Oct. 16, 1996 followed by graveside services at Greenacres Memorial Park at 3 p.m. Arrangements by Westford Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 15 Oct 1996) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.
LARSEN, Brian Keith, age 7 of 5601 3rd Avenue, Ferndale, passed away suddenly as a result of a drowning accident Sunday, October 4, 1981. He was a lifetime resident of Whatcom County; a member of the Assembly of God Church at the Hannegan Road; and was a student at Central Elementary School in Ferndale. Survivors include his mother, Susan J. Larsen of Ferndale; a grandmother, Margaret Larsen of Bellingham; 3 brothers, Kenny, Lawrence and Loyd, all of Ferndale; numerous aunts, uncles and other relatives. Funeral services will be conducted by Rev. Don Hammond Thursday, October 8 at 11 a.m. in Moles Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Greenacres Memorial Park.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 6 Oct 1981) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.
LARSEN, Clayton L., 86, of Bellingham, passed away October 3, 2001 at St. Joseph Hospital. A Graveside Service, officiated by Rev. Al Currier will he held 11:00 a.m. Monday, October 8, 2001 at Woodlawn Cemetery. The arrangements and services are by Jerns Funeral Chapel and On-Site Crematorium.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 6 Oct 2001) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.
LARSEN, Dexter C. passed away at his home in Custer on Friday, January 26, 2007, at the age of 79. Visitation is scheduled from 9-11 a.m on Saturday, February 3, 2007, in the Moles-Greenacres Funeral Home Chapel, 5700 Northwest Drive. A Funeral Service will follow at 11 a.m. Dexter was born on April 21, 1927, to Christopher and Johanna Larsen. After graduating from Ferndale High School, he remained on the family farm. Later he worked for well over 30 years for Clyde and Bob Green's Dairy. Dexter was proud of his association with the Green Bros. and he liked to share his working acquaintance with Mooney Lynn with others. Perhaps this explains why Dexter enjoyed Loretta Lynn's music. Over the years he enjoyed tending to his flower and vegetable gardens and caring for his dogs and cats. After retirement, Dexter delighted in traveling on various tours throughout the Pacific Northwest and the greater United States. He was preceded in death by his brother, Stanley, and he is survived by
his immediate family, a sister-in-law, two nephews, and a niece. The family wishes to thank Dexter's friends, acquaintances, and caregivers for their many kindnesses and expressions of friendship throughout Dexter's life.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 1 Feb 2007) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.
LARSEN, Doris (age 90) entered into rest on November 4, 2007 in Bellingham, WA. Doris was born on June 22, 1917 in Aberdeen, WA to William and Mabel Murphy. She loved cats, enjoyed bowling and camping with friends; Doris was a member of the VFW Ladies Aux., Elks and had been a member of Our Saviours Lutheran Church. She for worked for Dr. Sharninghouse for many years and enjoyed participating in Toastmasters. Doris retired from Whatcom county Treasurers office in 1981. She is survived by her son, Steve and daughter-in-law, Shelley Larsen of Bellingham; granddaughters, Lisa Swartos of Seattle and Renee Larsen of Bellingham and numerous nieces and nephews. Doris is preceded in death by her husband Clayton Larsen, sister, Muriel Moore; brothers, Donald Murphy and Gerald Murphy. Graveside Services will be held on Friday, November 9, 2007 at 12:00 noon at Woodlawn Cemetery in Ferndale. Arrangements entrusted to Jerns Funeral Chapel, 800 E. Sunset Dr., Bellingham.
LARSEN, Edith, age 90, died at a Bellingham health care center on Thursday, March 10, 2005. The daughter of Louie and Eva (Maier) Crape, Edith was born in Saskatchewan, Canada on May 1, 1914 and shortly after moved with her family to the Everson area. She was married to Chester Larsen in Bellingham on October 15, 1933. A homemaker, Edith enjoyed working in her yard and digging for clams. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Chester in 1983, five brothers and a sister. Mrs. Larsen is survived by her daughters Mary and husband Jimmy Wortley of Everson and Betty and husband Clarence Kelln of Lynden; eight grandchildren, fourteen great-grandchildren and three great-great-grandchildren; sister Emma McCaffery of Bellingham and numerous other relatives. Graveside services were conducted by Rev. Al Currier on Tuesday, March 15, at 10:00 a.m. in Woodlawn Cemetery.
LARSEN, Edith V. passed away in Bellingham on Thursday, October 30, 2003. She was 90, born May 27, 1913 in Czar, Alberta, Canada to Oscar and Frida (Erickson) Holmstrom. Edith was the "wedding cake lady" to many brides through the years. She was an avid Sunday school teacher, who loved and taught children about the Lord in Friday Bible classes for nearly 40 years. Edith was a loving mother who kept everyone on the Church Road farm on schedule with a smile. Edith is survived by her husband Martin, whom she married in Ferndale in 1938. She is also survived by her sons, Arland and wife Alice Larsen, Selwyn (Sel) and wife Jan Larsen granddaughters, Jean Larsen, Joann Ashcraft, Julie and husband Rich Hold grandson, Jason Larsen six great-grandchildren brother, Herb Holmstrom sister, Dagney Lindskoog and numerous nieces and nephews. A funeral service will be held Monday, November 3, at 10:00 a.m., at Ferndale Moles Funeral Home, with burial following at Enterprise Cemetery. Ferndale|Moles Funeral Home & Cremation Service.
LARSEN, Everett L., 77, 6006 Portal Way, Ferndale, WA passed away in Bellingham August 1, 1992. He was born November 27, 1914 in Baker, Oregon and moved to Whatcom County six years ago. He was an avid reader and studied and taught the Bible for most of h is life. He is survived by his wife, Edna Larsen of the family home; three sons, Fred and his wife Eileen Larsen of Mass, Gerry L. and his wife Sharon of Spokane, WA and Steven L. Larsen of Ferndale; two daughters, Shirley L. and her husband Edgar Pears of Custer and Wanda "Lee" and her husband Keith Lotze of Spokane; two brothers, Howard L. Larsen of Idaho and Sidney L. Larsen of Spokane, WA; one sister, LaVonna L. Poirier of Idaho; thirteen grandchildren; eleven great- grandchildren. Funeral services will be held 2 p.m. Thursday at KNTR Ministry Center with Richard Ellison officiating. Burial will be in Enterprise Cemetery. Jerns LeVeck Funeral Chapel.
LARSEN, Frank D. - Services for Frank D. Larsen, 52, a U.S. Marine Corps veteran, will be at 2 p.m. Thursday in the Greenacres Memorial Park chapel, with the Rev. Steve Smallegan officiating. Burial will follow in Greenacres Memorial Park. Mr. Larsen, 908 W. 1st St., Nooksack, died Monday (July 24, 1989) in St. Joseph Hospital South Campus of cancer. He was born Nov. 11, 1936 in Somers, Mont. He came with his family to Whatcom County in 1941. He married Darlene Meece on Oct. 29, 1960 in Lawrence, Wash. He had been employed by a number of construction companies in the county and raised raspberries until 1981. His favorite hobbies were fishing, especially at Sheridan Lake, and his grandchildren. He was a member of Laborers International Union Local No. 276 in Bellingham. Survivors include his wife; a son, Glen Larsen of Everson; two daughters, Shari Groen and Tami Larsen, both of Sumas; two grandchildren; five brothers, Thelmer Larsen, Ben Larsen, Albert Larsen and Allen Larsen, all of Bellingham, and Adolph "Red" Larsen of Custer; three sisters, Gertie Erdahl and Donna Larsen, both of Bellingham, and Ann Fleming of Blaine; and numerous other relatives. His parents, Albert Larsen and Clara Larsen Paulsen, died before him, as did an infant brother, James in 1935, another brother, Gilbert, in 1971, and a sister, Clarice Erdahl in 1985. Arrangements are by Gillies Funeral Home.
LARSEN, Fred M., age 92, of Bellingham, WA, passed away at home on Friday, October 5, 2007. He was born on January 23, 1915 in Seattle, WA to John Gerhardt and Hattie Larsen. Fred served in the Army Air Corp during WWII and was a member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars, Post #1585, and American Legion, Post #7. He was preceded in death by his wife, Olive Larsen in 2004; and by his daughter, Bertie Ann Larsen. Fred is survived by daughters, Janice (Richard) Woods and Lynn (Robert) Howard; son, Fred (Melissa) Larsen; six grandchildren; ten great-grandchildren; brother, Wendell (Theda) Larsen; and niece, Paula Petersen. A graveside service with military honors will be held 1:00 p.m. on Friday, October 12, 2007, at Woodlawn Cemetery in Ferndale. A fellowship gathering will follow the services and the Parkway Village Club House, 2015 24th Street, Bellingham. Arranged by Moles Family Funeral Homes & Crematory.
LARSEN, Gerald E. - Graveside services for Acme native Gerald E. Larsen, 70, of Port Orchard will be at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday at the Saxon Cemetery near Acme. The Rev. James Spurling will officiate. Mr. Larsen died Saturday (June 15, 1991) at Harrison Memorial Hospital in Bremerton. He was born Oct. 10, 1920 in Acme. He graduated from Mount Baker High School in 1938 and attended Western Washington University (Formerly Western Washington State College) from 1938 through 1940. He lived in Kitsap County for many years. Mr. Larsen served with the U.S. Army infantry from 1942 until 1960, when he retired as a lieutenant colonel. In 1980, he retired from a position as transportation supervisor at Retsil Veteran's Home. He belonged to Friendship Lodge No. 160 F&AM in Portland, OR, the American Association of Retired People, Disabled American Veterans and the Kitsap County Dahlia Society. He enjoyed growing flowers. Survivors include two sons, Tom Larsen and Gerald Larsen Jr., both of California; a daughter, Ingrid Senne of California; and two sisters, June Reynolds of Seattle and Jean Clow of Acme. Arrangements are by Lewis Funeral Chapel in Bremerton.
LARSEN, Jill Marie - Funeral services for Jill Marie Larsen, 21, of Phoenix, Ariz., will be at 10 a.m. Saturday at Greenacres Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Art Sather and the Rev. Clifford Johnson officiating. Burial will follow in Greenacres Memorial Park. An additional memorial service will take place at 7 p.m. Tuesday at Valley Cathedral in Phoenix with the Rev. W. Donald Price officiating. She died Tuesday in an automobile accident outside Phoenix. She was born on May 26, 1966 in Bellevue, Wash., and lived in Phoenix for 17 years. She spent her summers in Whatcom County with relatives. She was a member of the Valley Cathedral in Phoenix and was a 1984 graduate of Greenway High School in Phoenix. For the last two and a half years she worked at Eastern Electric Company in data entry. Survivors include her parents, Selwyn and Lowie Larsen of Phoenix;
sister Julie and brother Jason, both of the family home; maternal grandparents Martin and Edith Larsen of Ferndale. Arrangements are by Moles Funeral Home.
LARSEN, John, 80, 306 W. Wiser Lake Road, Ferndale, died Wednesday (May 6, 1981). He was born Oct. 17, 1900 in Denmark. He was a member of the First Baptist Church of Lynden, Danish Brotherhood, and Bricklayers Union Local 9. He is survived by his wife Carol, 2 sons, John C. Larsen of Lynden and Joseph C. Larsen of Bellingham; 1 daughter Greta Stamm of City; 1 grandchild, brothers and sisters in Denmark, and a nephew. Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Monday at the First Baptist Church of Lynden, with the Rev. Jack Anderson officiating. Burial will follow in Woodlawn Cemetery. Visitation will be from 1 to 4 p.m. Sunday and from 8 to 12:30 a.m. Monday, at Jones Funeral Home.
LARSEN, Judy A. - Active Salvation Army volunteer Judy A. Larsen, 45, of Bellingham, died early Monday (April 2, 1990) at her home after a six-month battle with gall bladder cancer. Larsen was the subject of an article in the Herald last December, when she decided she wanted to encourage other people suffering from terminal diseases not to give up hope. When her cancer was diagnosed in September 1989, doctors estimated she had three months to live. Larsen's family said she died peacefully. The funeral will be at 1:30 p.m. Friday at the Salvation Army Chapel, with Maj. Richard Beaver officiating. A memorial service will be at 3 p.m. Sunday, also the Salvation Army Chapel. Larsen, of 2501 Utter St., was a lifetime resident of Bellingham. She was born Judy Robertson here Sept. 17, 1944, and was adopted by the Getz family. She went to Assumption School, and married Charlie Larsen on Aug. 14, 1970. A homemaker, she was an active volunteer for the Salvation Army Church for many years. Among her roles there was as a Sunday school teacher and Home League Record Sergeant. She also took many homeless or needy people into her home before, and even during, her illness. She said she had made a pact with God to share her home with people in need, to show gratitude for having her own place.
LARSEN, LaVerne, 84, passed away on Saturday, November 16, 2002 with her family and doctor by her side. Born July 17, 1918 to Herman and Tillie Knutsen in Everett, she moved with her family to Bellingham as an infant and lived in this area for the remainder of her life. A dedicated scholar, she graduated as valedictorian from Meridian High School and later from Success Business College. She held various positions during her lifetime, with her most recent position being at Western Washington University. LaVerne was a devout Christian and member of Central Lutheran Church. She attended church faithfully, and actively participated in and led Bible studies. She will be remembered for her goodness and devotion to a wholesome lifestyle. Though LaVerne will be sorely missed, it is comforting to know that she is assured of salvation. Survivors include her beloved son Randy Peters of Mt. Vernon sister Eleanor Bruland of Bellingham brother Ted Knutsen and wife Lucille of Oak Harbor sister-in-law Hertha Knutsen of Bellingham stepsons Randy Larsen of Ferndale and Ray Larsen of Littleton, CO stepdaughters Susan Larsen of Everson and Sharon Hall of Decatur Island as well as many cousins, nieces, and nephews. LaVerne was preceded in death by her loving husband of 31 years, Thelmer Larsen who passed away on June 3, 2001 parents Herman and Tillie sisters Doris Knutsen and Alice Bogen and brothers Stanley and Irving Knutsen. Visitation will be held on Thursday, November 21, 2002 from 7-9 p.m. and Friday, November 22, 2002 from 9-11 a.m. at Jones|Moles Funeral Home. A graveside service will be held on Friday, November 22, 2002 at 1:00 p.m. at Greenacres|Moles Cemetery. A memorial service will be held on Friday, November 22, 2002 at 2:30 p.m. at Central Lutheran Church.
LARSEN, Lloyd G., 64, 1412 Humboldt St, died Thursday (Feb. 19, 1987) in a Lynden nursing home. He was born April 13, 1922, in Parkdale, Ore., and was a resident of Bellingham most of his life. Mr. Larsen was a member of the Elks Club in Mount Vernon and had played with the Herb Benthein Band. He was a member of the Musicians Association of Skagit and San Juan counties, Local 461 AF of M. Survivors include his wife Mary Ann, of the family home; three daughters, Penny Dykman, Adene Marandola, and Kathryn Allison; three sons, Eugene Larsen, Warren Barry and Thomas Barry; nine grandchildren; four sisters, Helen Gerke, Mabel Speciale, Florence Holz and Shirley Gelwicks; and two brothers, Orval and George Larsen. Graveside services will be at 1 p.m. Tuesday in Woodlawn Cemetery with the Rev. David Hungerford of Hope Lutheran Church in Lynden officiating. Arrangements are by Jones Funeral Home.
LARSEN, Lucretia Mabel passed away peacefully at her home on November 21, 2008 at the age of 75. She was born June 19, 1933 in Friday Harbor, WA to Nora and Ted McKay. She was baptized and confirmed at Assumption Catholic Church in 1991. After her marriage to Allen in Friday Harbor in 1952 they moved to Bellingham. Four years later they purchased their home in which she lived until her passing. She worked at Uniflite from 1971 Until 1988. Next, her and Allen started one of the first adult family homes in Bellingham, which they ran for 7 years. Her compassion for human life was truly personified in how she attended to the elder people in her care. She loved music and was a member of the Sweet Adelines, Singing Sals Quartet and the Assumption Church Choir. She was also a member of Catholic Daughters. She was an awesome cook and even a better baker. At the end of each summer canning and making jam was an annual tradition. She was the "Best" mom five children could ever have. Her unconditional love and devotion to them is unsurpassed. Her number one priority was her children and husband. She was preceded in death by parents Nora and Ted McKay. Special thanks to Whatcom Hospice, and a very special thanks to Dr. James Miller. A visitation will begin at 6:00 p.m., Tuesday November 25th at the Church of the Assumption, with vigil services following at 7:00 p.m. A funeral Mass will be held Wednesday, November 26th at 10:00 a.m. at the Church. Burial will be at Greenacres Memorial Park.
LARSEN, Marcus, 26, of 2501 NE 15th St., Seattle, passed away June 14, 1991 in Seattle. He was born May 23, 1965 in Los Angeles, CA and was a former resident of Ferndale. He was a 1984 graduate of Ferndale High School; was a veteran of the U.S. Army; enjoyed biking, skiing, camping and traveling. Survivors: Mother: Dora Larsen, Bellingham; Sisters: Elsie Vermeulen and Julie Larsen, Bellingham; and Jan Burbank, Ferndale; Grandmother: Angela Carroll, Bellingham; Paternal Aunt Carol Hermes and husband Monroe of AZ; Maternal Aunt Lea Conrad and husband Harvey of Poulsbo, WA; Maternal Uncles Ronald and wife Nidia Estrada and Rene and wife Adilia Estrada of Los Angeles; Cousins Eric, Mark, Steven, Bill Jr., "Uncle Bill" Ahrens, Angela, Rene Jr., Ronald Jr., Leticia Estrada, Liz, Kathy, Lisa Hermes and numerous relatives in Florida, and paternal grandparents of Nicaragua. He was preceded in death by his father Lars Larsen. Marcus will be greatly missed by the family that love him. Services will be held Wednesday, June 19, 1 p.m. at Greenacres Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Wayne Keller officiating. Arrangements by Moles Funeral Home.
LARSEN, Margaret I. – Graveside services for Margaret I. Larsen, 74, 2083 Shuksan St., Ferndale, will be at 10 a.m. Friday at Greenacres Memorial Park. Mrs. Larsen, who lived most of her life in the San Juan Islands, died Tuesday (June 11, 1985) in Bellingham. She was 74. Mrs. Larsen was born July 8, 1910, in Coupeville and lived in the Bellingham area for the past 24 years. Her husband, Nels Larsen, and son Lawrence preceded her in death. Mrs. Larsen's greatest interests were her children and grandchildren, said her daughter-in-law Lucretia Larsen. "She dedicated her life to her children and grandchildren." Survivors include three sons, Allen, James and Charles, all of Bellingham; 11 daughters, including Anna Hanson, Rose Granger and Hellen Larsen of Bellingham, Barbara Johnson of Everson and Susan Larson of Ferndale; 39 grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; and one sister.
LARSEN, Martin J., age 94, passed away on Thursday, January 20, 2005 in Bellingham. He was born on January 9, 1911 in Moi-Ranen, Norway, to Ellen Johansen. Martin married Edith Holmstrom on October 21, 1938 in Ferndale, WA. She preceded him in death on October 30, 2003. Martin was a hardworking man who loved working on the farm and taking care of the animals. He worked as a farmer and a construction worker for most of his life and even after retirement, he liked to keep himself busy. He delighted in helping others, fixing things and doing repairs for those in need, especially those who couldn't repay him, like the widows in his church. He was a man of strong faith, one to whom his family was always top priority. Martin loved to play the harmonica and the Hawaiian guitar, and was often called upon to play in the church for worship or special occasions. He was a charter member of Living Hope Fellowship Church in North Bellingham, and served on the church board for many years. He was also a lifetime member of the Laborers and Hod Carriers Unions. His wife, Edith; sister, Hazel Johnson; and his granddaughter, Jill Marie Larsen, preceded Martin in death. He is survived by sons, Arland Larsen and wife, Alice of Bellingham, and Selwyn (Sel) Larsen and wife, Jan of Glendale, AZ.; granddaughters, Jean Larsen of Ferndale, Joann Ashcraft of Bellingham, and Julie Hold and husband, Rich of Queen Creek, AZ; grandson, Jason Larsen of Glendale, AZ; sister Nettie Larsen of Lynden; brothers, Paul Larsen and wife, Alice of Ferndale, and Mel Larsen and wife, Elsie of Bellingham; six great grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. A Funeral Service will be held on Monday, January 24, 2005 at 1:00 p.m. at Living Hope Fellowship Church, with burial to follow at Enterprise Cemetery. Ferndale|Moles Funeral Home & Cremation Service.
LARSEN, Marvin B. of Yakima died at home Monday, Sept. 22, 1997. He was 87. A memorial service was held in Yakima, with private burial with military honors by William Wharton Post No. 379, Veterans of Foreign Wars. Born Oct. 5, 1909, to Hans and Martha Bardon Larsen in Everett, he was raised in Bellingham. Mr. Larsen married Alma Burnett on Oct. 29, 1942, and he served in the U.S. Navy during World War II. Following his discharge, he moved to Yakima to attend J. M. Perry Institute and later became a teacher in its carpentry, machinist and Indian programs. Mr. Larsen was a member of the Ahtanum Pioneer Church, where he served as deacon, elder, usher and treasurer. He enjoyed sports, especially baseball. Survivors include his wife of Yakima, daughter Alicia Shreve of Yakima, sons Craig Larsen of Marysville and Ronald Larsen of Bellingham, eight grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a brother, a sister, two half-brothers and two half-sisters.
LARSEN, Maryanne Else - Services for Maryanne Else Larsen, 75, formerly of Lynden and Bellingham, will be at 2 p.m. Thursday at Arlington Our Saviors Lutheran Church. Her remains will be cremated and scattered at sea. She died Aug. 29, 1999, in an Everett Hospital 4? years after suffering a debilitating stroke. She was born Jan. 23, 1924, in Lynden to Gina and Joseph Golly. At a young age, she moved with her parents to Bellingham, where she grew up. She graduated from Meridian High School in 1941 and earned a bachelor of science in education degree from Western Washington State College. For 26 years, she taught in the Arlington School District, primarily focusing on curriculum as well as the golden rule. She retired in 1982. She enjoyed cooking, reading, gardening, travel and her three children. She was a member of the Arlington Our Saviors Lutheran Church, Snohomish County Retired Teachers Association and two birthday groups, one in Bellingham and one in Redmond. Survivors include son Geoff Larsen daughter Deborah Kay Larsen sister Kathleen Badgely and many grandchildren, nieces and cousins. Her parents, brother Charles and daughter Marcia died before her.
LARSEN, Olive Maxine, loving wife and mother, of Bellingham, WA, passed away on Monday, November 8, 2004, in Bellingham. She was 82, born in Bellingham on December 16, 1921, to Mabel (Thompson) and Bert Benner. She is survived by her husband Fred, whom she married on April 6, 1945 [sic], in Bellingham; children Janice and husband Richard Woods, Lynn and husband Robert Howard, and Fred and wife Melissa Larsen; six grandchildren, and ten great-grandchildren. Graveside Services will be held at 2:00 PM, Friday, November 12th, at Woodlawn Cemetery in Ferndale. Jones|Moles Funeral Home & Cremation Service.
LARSEN, Paul E., age 88, of Ferndale, passed away on Tuesday, June 7, 2005. He was born on May 22, 1917 in Ferndale, to Peter and Ellen Larsen on the farm where he lived his entire life. Paul was a Veteran of WWII and was part of the landing at Utah Beach. After the war, he served in the Army Reserve and retired as a Lieutenant Colonel. During his military service, he received several medals, including a Purple Heart and a Silver Star. He was also a dairy farmer his entire life, and loved the time spent on his farm. Paul is survived by his wife, Alice; sons, Jim (Chris) Larsen and Dick Larsen; daughter Helen (Larry) Birchall; grandchildren, Joe and Steve Larsen; sister, Nettie Lawson; brother Mel Larsen; and several nieces and nephews. A Funeral Service will be held on Friday, June 10, 2005 at 1:00 p.m. in the Ferndale Moles Funeral Home Chapel. Ferndale|Moles Funeral Home & Cremation Service.
LARZELERE, Paul - A memorial service for Paul Larzelere of Seattle will be at 10 a.m. Thursday at the Coast Guard Integrated Support Command, Pier 36, in Seattle with Chaplain Gordon Scheible officiating. A memorial service will be held in Alexandria, Va., and burial with military honors in Arlington National Cemetery. Mr. Larzelere died in a climbing accident on Mount Baker Saturday, June 21, 1997. He was 35. Born Oct. 16, 1961, to Alexander and Sallie Serafin Larzelere in Honolulu, he graduated from the Coast Guard Academy in 1983. Mr. Larzelere served in the Coast Guard for 11 years and was director of Tower Engineering Consultants in Seattle. He was a member of the Mountaineers Association and the Coast Guard Academy Alumni Association. He was preceded in death by his mother in 1996. Survivors include his father of Alexandria, brothers Alexander Larzelere II of Alexandria and William Larzelere of Miami and grandmother Esther Serafin of Woodstock, Conn. Arrangements are by Westford Funeral Home.
LARSON, Pearl A. of Bellingham died Tuesday, Jan. 2, 1996 at Shuksan Convalescent Center. She was 67. No services will be held. Born May 28, 1928 to Pete and Katherine Larson, she was a lifelong Bellingham resident. She was preceded in death by her parents and a sister. Arrangements are by Whatcom Cremation Association.
LARSON, Sadie L., 76, 1200 Lincoln St., Space 274, died Tuesday (Jan. 27, 1981) at her home. She was born Jan. 7, 1905, at Maple Falls. She was a member of Birchwood Presbyterian Church and a past member of the Broto Club. She is survived by 1 son, Bud and wife Sharon Larson; two grandchildren, Jon and Julie Larson; two brothers, Edward Tinker and Jim and wife Elsie Tincker, all of Bellingham; three sisters, Thelma Marsh, Florence Baker both of Birch Bay, Ellen and husband Vern Fieselman of Ferndale; and numerous nieces and nephews. Graveside services will be held at 1 p.m. Friday at Woodlawn Cemetery. Arrangements were made by Jones Funeral Home.
LASH, Mary Eliza Bond, a well-known retired teacher, died today (March 1, 1983) at the age of 90. The oldest of 10 children, she was born Aug. 9, 1892, in St. Louis. She graduated from Whatcom High School in 1911 and was teaching in that building when she retired in 1958. She was recently recognized by Whatcom Educational Credit Union for her contributions to education in Whatcom County. She was featured in a "Someone Special" article in The Herald May 2, 1977. She was a member of Garden Street United Methodist Church, Women's Society of Christian Service, Wesleyan Service Guild, Retired Teachers Association, Delta Kappa Gamma, Bellingham Senior Activity Center, Council on Aging, WSU Alumni, Founders' Club and American Red Cross. She helped found the state Delta Kappa Gamma society in 1941. Survivors include nieces and nephews. Her husband Fred died Dec 16, 1973.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday at Garden Street United Methodist Church, with the Rev. Edgar L. Starr officiating. Burial will follow in Greenacres Memorial Park. Arrangements are by Jones Funeral Home.
LASHER, Lawrence Frank, age 89 of Ferndale, died at St. Joseph Hospital on Tuesday, June 28, 2005. Graveside services will be conducted on Saturday, July 2, at 11 a.m. in Ten Mile Cemetery with Rev. Paul Jordan officiating. He was born in Minnesota on April 23, 1916 and moved to Whatcom County with his family at a young age. On August 1, 1940 he was married to Anna Klander and for many years was employed as a butcher, retiring from Kratzig Meats where he first started his career. He enjoyed
being outdoors by gardening, hunting and fishing and spending time with his grand and great-grandchildren. Lawrence was preceded in death by his wife in 1999, a grandson Larry Rustand, a brother and a sister. He is survived by his children Louis Parker of Bellingham, Lois (Art) Rustand of Ferndale and Lawrence E. (Sonny) Lasher of Everson; eight grand and eleven great-grandchildren and numerous other relatives.
LASHKARI, Anil, age73, of Ferndale, passed away Thursday, November 1, 2007, in Bellingham. No local services are planned. Moles Family Funeral Home – Ferndale.
LASHUA, Ray E., age 86 of 2825 Williams St., passed away Sunday, Jan. 5, (1975). He had been a resident of Bellingham for 75 years and had been manager of the Morse Hardware Glass Dept for 50 years. He was a veteran of WWI and a member of the American Legion. He is survived by his wife Millie Lashua; 2 daughters, Mrs. Lucille Davis, City and Mrs. Marilyn Hupp, Navato, Calif. and 1 son, Don of Seattle; 12 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, Jan. 8 at 1:30 p.m. within the Chapel of the Westford Funeral Home with Howard Armstrong of the Unity Church officiating. Interment Greenacres.
LATHAM, Clarence H. "Clary", a local service station operator for 19 years, died Wednesday (July 8, 1987) after a lingering illness. Latham, 68, 120 North Shore Drive, was born Nov. 8, 1918 in Lyman and graduated from Sedro-Woolley High School. He joined the U.S. Coast Guard in 1939, serving in World War II. That service included three years in the South Pacific. Mr. Latham also served 17 years in the U.S. Naval Reserve. He owned and operated Mobil and Phillips service stations locally for 19 years, and was co-owner of Pyramid Painting and Construction Co. and Bakerview Construction Inc. He worked as a supervisor for the Bellingham Parkade for four years before retiring in February 1984. He later was a co-owner of O. J. Collectibles and was an associate of Bergsma Collectibles. He was a member of Bellingham Elks Lodge No. 194, Fairhaven Lodge No. 73, and First Christian Church and was active in community service work. Survivors include his wife Orma, of the family home; a daughter, Jeri Failor of Bellingham; two brothers, Lloyd Latham of Anaheim, Calif., and Wayne Latham of Seattle; three sisters, Flossie Hobson of Bow, Mearle Hunter of Sunnymeade, Calif., and Bertha Kiser of Olympia; and one grandson.
LATHAM, Orma J. - A memorial service for Orma J. (Hammer) Latham of Bellingham will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at Immanuel Lutheran Church, with the Rev. Stanley Jacobsen officiating. Private burial will be in Greenacres Memorial Park near Ferndale. Mrs. Latham died Sunday, Dec. 10, 2000, in Bellingham. She was 77. Born May 30, 1923, to Raymond and Blanche (Adams) Hammer in Prineville, Ore., she attended Prineville and Mount Baker schools. In February of 1945, she married Clarence "Clary" H. Latham at her parents' home in Bellingham. He died in 1987. Mrs. Latham worked for J.C. Penney Co. Inc. and as a bookkeeper for Latham's Service Station. Later, she owned and operated a gift gallery, The Briar Patch. Mrs. Latham was a member of the Emblem Club. She enjoyed writing, decorating and handwork. She published stories and wrote poetry and songs. Her brother Darrell Hammer and sister Ada Fiamengo also died previously. Survivors include daughter Jeri L. Stevenson of Idaho sisters Roberta Gorum, Anita May and Winona Bowhay, all of Bellingham brothers Jerry and Bill Hammer, both of Bellingham, Dick Hammer of Burlington, Ray Hammer of Sultan, Howard Hammer of Stanwood, Leo Hammer of Lake Goodwin and Ted Hammer of Alaska one grandchild one great-grandchild and many nieces and nephews. Arrangements are by Jones-Moles Funeral Home.
LAUBE, Ada May, age 83, died September 25, (2002) in her home at Winslow Green on Bainbridge Island. Ada May was born November 11, 1918 to Roy and Henrietta Underwood in Waterville, WA. Her maternal grandparents were settling pioneers to the area. She established lifelong friendships and told many stories about growing up in a small town. Ada May attended Washington State University, pledged Alpha Gamma Delta sorority and remained a loyal Cougar fan. She received her teaching certificate from Eastern Washington in Cheney. Mrs. Laube recalled her first interview sitting on a steamer trunk in the principal's home with laundry lines strung throughout. That year, 1941, in Monroe, WA., she was assigned 45 first and second graders and in her own words, "Believe it or not, they all learned to read." June 13, 1942 Ada May married Karl L. Laube, a Boeing engineer who worked on the B17 bomber. They resided in Seattle where daughter Linda was born. In 1947, they purchased and moved to the Laube family farm in Ferndale, WA. In 1950, she resumed her career of 25 years with the Meridian School District. Her years in Ferndale were divided between teaching, gardening and helping during calving and harvesting season. She was also involved in Delta Kappa Gamma Teacher's Society and in the Christian Science Church as pianist. After her husband's death in 1984, Ada May relocated to Bainbridge Island to be near her family. She participated in the family business, the Chocolate Factory, and loved to complain about the pay and the fact that she could eat only the rejects. Mrs. Laube resided at Winslow Green and claimed that from her window above Bainbridge Bakers she could identify the residents of Bainbridge Island by the tops of their heads. During her 18 years at the Green, Ada May established wonderful friendships spanning all generations. - A fun-loving adventurer to other widowed comrades at Winslow Green (a few car crashes). - A mother to Linda, Paulette and all who needed one - A confidante, advisor and friend to her granddaughter Kim and grandson Karl - A warm, loving and adoring great grandmother to Lewis and Baxter. Ada May was an avid reader and historian with membership in the Bainbridge Book Club. She didn't always like the books, but read them anyway. She was a firm supporter of the Republican Party and immersed herself in politics and current events. She was willing to take up debate especially regarding Bill and Hillary Clinton. Her travels to Europe and New Zealand gave her appreciation of worlds outside her own. She wanted to learn more each day. Always dignified and a wonderful conversationalist she remained interested and interesting. Ada May loved the visits from her niece Judy Imler and family of Colfax, WA. She welcomed and appreciated visits from her friends, Judy Rapada, Shari Wyatt, Joan Brings, and Mary Lou Aaland, Jan Nelson and the Potter family. She will be missed. Mrs. Laube is survived by her sister Marge Black Crawford of Idaho, daughter Linda Prisk, son-in-law Gary Prisk, grandson Karl Prisk, granddaughter Kim Prisk Bignold, grandson-in-law Brian Bignold, great grandsons Baxter and Lewis Bignold of Bainbridge Island, God daughter Paulette Bacling and her family of San Diego, CA and many cousins, nieces and nephews in the Western States. At her request, there will be no service. In the spring there will be a gathering of family and friends at the Prisk home. The date will be announced later. Arrangements are under the direction of Kass Funeral Home, Bainbridge Island, WA.
LAUBE, Ethel B., age 92 of 3301 Alabama, passed away Sat. June 18, (1977). Mrs. Laube had been a life resident of Bellingham and was a charter member of the Gold Star Mothers, a life member of the Aftermath Club Chapter AB P.E.O. Sisterhood, and a member of the Daughters of the American Revolution. She leaves to survive 2 daughters, Mrs. William Howard of this city and Mrs. Dwight Divird, Medesto (sic), Calif; 4 grandchildren; 7 great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held Monday, June 20 at 10:30 a.m. in the Chapel of the Westford Funeral Home, with Rev. Scott Opsahl of St. James Presbyterian Church officiating. Followed by cremation.
LAUBE, Karl L., 70, 709 W. Wiser Lake Road, a lifetime Whatcom County resident, died Saturday (July 28, 1984). He was born Sept 24, 1913 in Bellingham. He was a retired farmer, a plant superintendent for Lynden Frosted Foods and an aeronautical engineer for Boeing Co. He also was a member of the Whatcom County Cattlemens Association and the Washington Generals Association. He is survived by his wife Ada, one daughter, two grandchildren, one brother and one sister. Private graveside services will be held Tuesday at Woodlawn Cemetery, with the Rev. Don McClelland officiating. Arrangements are under the direction of Westford Funeral Home.
LAUCK, Mae V. - Funeral service for Mae V. Lauck, age 61, of 11905 36th Dr. NE, Marysville, formerly of
Bellingham, will be Mon., Aug. 4th 1 p.m. at the Jones funeral Home. Cremation Greenacres Crematorium. Mrs.
Lauck passed away Thurs., July 31st, (1986). She was a Bellingham resident most of her life until moving to Marysville 20 years ago. She is survived by her husband, William; 2 daughters, Carolann Ward and son-in-law Clifton Ward of Marysville, Debbie Boyd and son-in-law Steve Boyd of City; 7 grandchildren, Tina, Steven, Brandie, Jason, Sadie, Mitchell and Ashly; mother, Sadie Spaulding of City; brother, Henry Slikker and sister-in-law, Elma Slikker of Veseta, OR. She was preceded in death by her father Thomas D. LaFleur, brother Eugene LaFleur, and son-in-law Jay Hamblin.
LAUDERT, Lawrence Verne of 611 E. Holly St. died at home Thursday, April 4, 1996. He was 67. Born Sept. 12, 1928 in Camas, he was a veteran of the Korean War. Survivors include his wife Elizabeth, whom he married June 24, 1983; an aunt, Barbara Levitt of Bellingham; six stepchildren; and 17 grandchildren. Arrangements are by Westford Funeral Home.
LAUE, William, age 81, passed away at the family home, 1216 Indian Street, Thursday, March 18, (1954). Mr. Laue had resided in this community for the past 54 years and was a retired hardware salesman, having been employed at Morse Hardware for many years. Surviving relatives include his wife, Mrs. Ella Laue at the family home; a son, Gaylord W. Laue, also at home; and a great number of nephews and nieces including Fred Horst of Bellingham and E. S. Laue of Seattle. The remains rest at the funeral home of Harlow-Hollingsworth where services will be conducted by Rev. Clarence J. Forsberg, Monday, March 22 at 1 p.m. Final resting place, Bay View.
LAUER, Frederic H., age 70, passed away at Virginia Mason Hospital in Seattle on September 12, 1991. He was born on Aug. 17, 1921 to John and Edna Lauer in Dana, Indiana. Mr. Lauer graduated from Purdue University with a degree in Agriculture. He also served in the U.S. Army during WWII in the Field Artillery and achieved the rank of Captain. He married Maxine Creek at Fort Sill, Oklahoma on Dec. 5, 1944. In Williamsport, Indiana, he established his own business as The Lauer Agency. He specialized in Professional Farm Management and Rural Appraising. He was a 32nd degree Mason and a member of the Scottish Rite, American Legion, Harrison Hills County (sic) Club, Bellingham Yacht Club, American Society of Farm Managers Rural Appraisers, a former Director of the Citizens State Bank in Williamsport, a transfer member from the Elks Lodge in Lafayette, Indiana, to Bellingham Elks Lodge #194. Mr. Lauer was also a member of the Phi Delta Beta Fraternity at Purdue University. Mr. and Mrs. Lauer moved to Bellingham in 1989. He is survived by his wife, Maxine, of the family home; son, Richard H. and Catherine Lauer of Coos Bay, Oregon; daughter Linda J and Michael Stone of Bellingham; 7 grandchildren, John, Kirsten and Michael Lauer and Anthony, Forest, Julie and Brian Stone. Services will be held Wed. Sept. 18, 1991 at 1:30 p.m. at Bayview Cemetery, Rev. Harvey Patterson will officiate. Arrangements by Westford Funeral Home.
LAUGHEAD, Raymond E., age 81, of 5280 Northwest Rd., passed away Sun. Jan. 7, 1990. Born Feb. 28, 1908 in Bow, WA. No services will be held. Private interment Greenacres Memorial Park. Arrangements by Jones Funeral Home.
LAUSCH, Harlan Bill, age 70, a longtime Bellingham resident, died July 21, 1997 at St. Joseph Hospital in Bellingham. Mr. Lausch was born on June 7, 1927 in Astoria, Oregon to parents Bryson R. and Enga (Stangland) Lausch. During WWII, Mr. Lousch enlisted in the United States Navy, where he served until August of 1946. Bill came to Bellingham in 1949 where he attended Western Washington University. On June 2, 1951, he and Betty Ann Kuder were married in Bellingham. Bill had worked for the Port of Bellingham for 22 years, 20 of those being Harbor Superintendent. He was a member of St. John's Lutheran Church; the American Legion; U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary, past president; Harbor Masters & Port Managers Congress of the Pacific Coast of which he was past president and a lifetime member; a charter member of the U.S. Power Squadron of Bellingham; Past vice commodore of Bellingham Yacht Club and a board member for many years. Past Vice President of Visitors and Convention Bureau; and received Master Mariner Award in 1979. Survivors include his wife of 46 years Betty Ann Lausch of Bellingham; two daughters Angie Lausch of Seattle and Pam McAllister and her husband John of Bellingham; and two grandsons Nate and Tim McAllister. Services will be at 10:30 a.m. on Thursday, July 24, 1997 at St. John's Lutheran Church, 2530 Cornwall Avenue. Cremation arrangements are under the direction of Westford Funeral Home.
LAUTENBACH, Bertha, 77, of 125 W. Wiser Lake Road, Ferndale, died Thursday, April 2, 1992, at her home
after an extended illness. She was born to Tjebke and Syboutje VanderMeer in Friesland, The Netherlands, on June 29, 1914. She married Ralph Lautenbach in Friesland May 9, 1938. They moved to Whatcom County in 1947. They later moved to Auburn for three years, but returned to Whatcom County to operate a dairy farm, first on Stickney Island Road, then Nooksack Road. In 1981, they moved to Wiser Lake Road. Mrs. Lautenbach was a charter member of Faith Reformed Church in Lynden, where she sang in the church choir and other musical groups. She also sang on the former radio program, "The Lynden Hour." She enjoyed knitting and baking. Survivors include her husband of the family home; daughters, Sylvia Kuiken of Lynden and Tearesa Sanderg of Wrangell, Alaska; sons, Terry Lautenbach of Bow and Jim Lautenbach of Langley; a sister, Eihertje Veeninga of Ontario, Canada; 10 grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; and numerous other relatives. Visitation will be from 1 to 5 p.m. today, and 9 a.m. Monday at Gillies Funeral Home, 202 Front St., Lynden. Interment will be in Monumenta Cemetery at 3:15 p.m. Monday, followed by a memorial service at 4 p.m. in the Faith Reformed Church, 7th and Liberty streets, Lynden, with Rev. Wayne Sneller officiating. Arrangements
are by Gillies Funeral Home.
LAUTENBACH, Sietke "Shirley" of 935 Front St., Lynden, died Friday, April 9, 1993, at St. Joseph Hospital Main Campus. She was 73. Funeral services were to be held at 11 a.m. today at Gillies Funeral Home in Lynden with the Rev. Ron Slater officiating. Burial was to take place after the service at Monumenta Cemetery. She was born Oct. 4, 1919, in Holland to Waling and Yanke Cnossen Frankema. She married Gordon Lautenbach on May 25, 1944, in Holland. They moved to Whatcom County in 1954. Mrs. Lautenbach was a homemaker and a member of First Reformed Church in Lynden. She was preceded in death by her parents; by two brothers, Michael and Bouke; and by a sister, Anne. Survivors include her husband of the family home; daughters Jeannie Bricker of Ferndale and Tia Milton of Bellingham; brother Auke Frankema of Holland; sister Hinke, also of Holland; four grandchildren; and numerous other relatives. Arrangements by Gillies Funeral Home.
LAUX, Frances E. - Graveside service for Frances E. Laux, age 67, of 2412 LaFayette, City, will be Monday, February 22, 11 a.m. at Greenacres Memorial Park, w/Rev. William G. Berney, Garden St. United Methodist Church officiating. Mrs. Laux passed away Tuesday, February 16, 1988, a lifetime Whatcom County resident; she was a member and vice commander of Navy Mothers Club of America, Mt. Baker Club Member 848; preceded in death by her husband Frank and survived by 2 sons, William K. Laux, Frank B. Laux Jr., both of city; 5 daughters, Karon and husband Lee Glantz of Arkansas City, KS; Bobbie O'Reilly of Bremerton, Delsie and husband Joe Landrum of Vinemont, AL; Jean and husband Tom Warner of Bellingham; Lee Anne and husband Bill Atkinson of Marysville; 14 grandchildren; brother Bill Colburn. Visitation hours Sunday, February 21, 1-5 p.m. at Jones Funeral Home.
LAUX, Frank B. - Funeral service for Frank B. Laux, age 66 of 2412 Lafayette, will be Mon., June 7 at 10:30 a.m. at the Jones Funeral Home with Rev. Donald E. Piro officiating. Interment Greenacres Memorial Park. Mr. Laux passed away Thurs. June 3, 1982. He is survived by his wife Frances; sons, Bill and Frank Laux Jr., both City; daughters Karon and husband Lee Glantz of Winfield, Kansas; Roberta and husband Mike O'Reilly of Brainerd, Minn.; Delsie and husband Joe Landrum of Stone Mountain, Georgia; Jean and husband Tom Warner, City; LeeAnne Laux, City; 13 grandchildren; a sister, Florence Fritz, City. Mr. Laux was a Veteran of WWII. A lifetime resident of this community and was a member of the Carpet Linoleum and Soft Tile Layers Local No. 1238. Jones Funeral Home.
LAVALLEE, Marion, of Bellingham died at home Thursday, July 10, 1997. She was 76. Burial will be in Gloversville, N.Y. She was born June 16, 1920, to Patrick and Anna Martin Luskin. Survivors include son Joel Lavallee of California, daughter Laurel Seiler of Bellingham, sister Margerette Wojnar in New York, 10 grandchildren, 19 great-grandchildren and nieces and nephews. Arrangements are by Jerns-LeVeck Funeral Chapel.
LAVIGUEURE, Rachelle – Visitation for Rachelle "Shelly" Louise Lavigueure of Bellingham will be from 1 to 3 p.m. Sunday at Westford Funeral Home. A service will be at 11 a.m. Monday at Hillcrest Chapel. Ms. Lavigueure died Tuesday, Nov. 15, 1994, at home. She was 28. Born March 23, 1966 to Paul and Clara Lavigueure in Edmonds, she was raised in Whatcom County and graduated from Bellingham High School. She attended Western Washington University and was to graduate with a bachelor's degree in psychology in March. She worked with children at the Whatcom Connection. She loved the outdoors, hiking, camping and scuba diving. Survivors include sons Joshua Mason Lavigueure and Zachary Roy Lavigueure, both of the family home; daughter Candace Rose Lavigueure of the family home; her parents of Bellingham; brother Gordon Lavigueure of Bellingham; sisters Connie Lavigueure and Amy Harmon, both of Bellingham; maternal grandparents Kenneth and Marie Burke of Bellingham; and paternal grandparents Rene and Dorothy Lavigueure of Redmond.
LAVILLE, Joan Simmonds of Upland, Calif., died Tuesday in California. She was 44. She is survived by her mother, Isabelle Warbus of Lummi; one daughter; nine sisters, including Rose Lane, Joyce Piel, Burnadette Hayward, Josephine Charlie, Cynthia Warbus, all of Lummi, and Alma Charles of Bellingham; brothers Ward Simmonds of Lummi and Floyd Warbus of Lynden; one grandson; and numerous other relatives. Vigil will be at 7 p.m. Tuesday at Moles Funeral Home. Mass of Christian Burial will be said at 10 a.m. Wednesday at St. Joachim's Catholic Church on the Lummi Indian Reservation, with burial to follow at the Lummi Reservation Cemetery.
LAWLER, John Howard of Philip, S.D., died Friday, Aug. 15, 1997, at St. Joseph Hospital. He was 71. Lawler was born May 30, 1926, in Winner, S.D., to Daniel and Alice Imm Lawler. Survivors include his wife, Bette Lawler of the family home; son Brian Lawler of Bellingham; daughter Myrna Miller of Montana; two grandchildren; two nieces and one nephew. Private family services will be held. Arrangements are under the direction of Jerns LeVeck Funeral Chapel of Bellingham.
LAWLOR, Lavella S. of Bellingham died Tuesday, Sept. 10, 1996, at Sehome Park Care Center. She was 82. At her request, no service will be held. Born Aug. 28, 1914 to Howard and Anna Neilsen Washburn in Blaine, she lived in Whatcom County all her life. She attended Garden Street United Methodist Church. Survivors include her sister, Kay Crocker of Bellingham. Arrangements are by Greenacres Funeral Home.
LAWLOR, Ronald Eugene, aged 10 days, passed away at a local hospital Sunday morning, August 15, (1943). Surviving relatives include the parents, Mr. and Mrs. Sidney Lawlor and one sister, Sharon Lee, of the home. The grandparents, Mrs. Leonard Brown, Bellingham, and Mr. and Mrs. William Henry Lawlor, Oakland, California. The body rests at the Homer Mark Mortuary. Graveside services will be held at the Woodlawn Cemetery at 2:30 p.m. Wednesday, August 18, with the Rt. Rev. Msgr. Stafford of the Church of the Assumption officiating. [Reinterred in 1981 at Greenacres Cemetery]
LAWLOR, Sidney A., age 63 of the Mt. Baker Apts., passed away Wed., May 5, (1976). Survived by his wife LaVella,
City and other relatives. Funeral services will be conducted Friday, May 7 at 10:30 am in the Chapel of the
Westford Funeral Home. Followed by cremation.
LAWRENCE, Bessie Agnes, age 79 of Woodinville, died February 19, 1997. She was born April 7, 1917 in Cove, Oregon. She graduated from Multnomah School of the Bible & Eastern Oregon in La Grande, OR. She taught elementary school for 1 year. She was married June 20, 1947 and moved to Everson, WA shortly after, residing on the farm until 1990. She was a long time member of Goshen Community Church in Everson. She moved to Bothell in 1990 and attended Northcreek Baptist Church until illness preventer her. Bessie was a Sunday School and VBS teacher, hosted Good News Clubs, Women's Bible Study Leader and participant, prayer warrior - especially for her many missionary friends from her days at Multnomah. Above all, she was a loving wife and mother who made a profession of caregiving. She cared for her children, grandchildren, parents, mother-in-law, friends and husband in their times of need. She is survived by her husband of almost 50 years, Morton Lawrence of Woodinville; daughter and son-in-law, Eunice and Malcolm Powell of Woodinville; daughter, Ardis Lawrence of Lynnwood; sister, Dorothy Dryden of Spokane; brother, Leonard & (Irene) Golay of Nampa, Idaho; and 2 grandchildren, Marcella & Johnathon. She was preceded in death by her son Lawton. Graveside services will be, Friday, February 21, 1997 at 11: a.m. at Woodlawn Cemetery. Memorial service will follow Friday at 1:30 p.m. at Goshen Community Church on Mission Rd. in Everson.
LAWRENCE, Bonnie, age 71, a lifelong resident of Whatcom County, passed away peacefully on July 21, 2015, surrounded by her loved ones. Bonnie was born on June 18, 1944, to Earl and Pearl Hickey. She graduated from Nooksack Valley High School in 1962 and married Oscar Rauch in 1964. Throughout her life, Bonnie was a loyal daughter and sister, a devoted mother of four and a committed Christian. For many years, Bonnie worked as an office assistant. She raised her children on her own and at age 54 married Reverend John Lawrence. Bonnie like to help people and did so whenever she was able. She often gave her time, energy and talents to make life better for others. Her relationships with people made her very happy. At retirement she became an active part of the Ferndale and Bellingham senior centers, Hamilton Place Senior Living and Trinity Lutheran Church. Bonnie is survived by her four children: Marvin Rauch, Charlene Paz, Deanna Leslie and husband Charles and Elizabeth Garrett and husband Bill; and 12 grandchildren, who all live in Whatcom County. Bonnie was preceded in death by her parents; husband John; and daughter Saundra Rauch. A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. on Friday, July 31, 2015, in Trinity Lutheran Church of Bellingham with reception following. Arrangements are by Whatcom Cremation & Funeral.
LAWRENCE, Eddie D. - Prayer services for Eddie D. Lawrence, 26, who lived at 4170 Rural Ave., will be at 7 p.m. today at Moles Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Thursday at Moles Funeral Home, with the Rev. Ron Morris officiating. Burial will follow in Lummi Reservation Cemetery. Lawrence died last Friday (Sept. 3, 1982) in a drowning accident in the Nooksack River. A lifetime resident of the Lummi Reservation, he was born Aug. 3, 1956 in Bellingham. Survivors include his parents, James Lawrence Sr. and Laureen Lawrence, five brothers, two sisters, grandparents and numerous other relatives.
LAWRENCE, Elvis Solomon, age 76 of Bellingham, WA, died May 10, 1997 at Bellingham Health Care. He was born March 31, 1921 in Joyce, Louisiana to Woodie and Ivey (Smith) Lawrence. Elvis married Lurlene Halsey April 7, 1940 in Chatham, LA. He was a graduate of Yakima Business College and was bookkeeper for Western Farmers. Mr. Lawrence was a member of the Church of Christ and enjoyed family, grandchildren, fishing, gardening, yard work, and the outdoors. Survived by his beloved wife, Lurlene Lawrence of Bellingham; daughter, Charolette Moravec of Bellingham; son, Wayne Lawrence of Las Vegas, NV; brothers, Elsworth Lawrence of Shreveport, LA, Travis Lawrence of Sunnyside, WA; a sister, Nelda Poole of Yakima, WA; 3 grandchildren and 9 great-grandchildren. Visitation will be held at Westford Funeral Home Chapel Tuesday and Wednesday 9:00 to 5:00 p.m. Funeral Services will be held 10:30 a.m. Thursday, May 15, 1997 at Church of Christ on Sterling Drive. Arrangements by Westford Funeral Home.
LAWRENCE, Frank L. Sr. - Intalco Aluminum Corp. worker Frank L. Lawrence Sr., 65, of 1861 Marine Drive died Thursday (Dec. 1, 1988) in a Bellingham hospital. He was born April 3, 1923, at Lummi Indian Reservation, and was a lifetime resident of Whatcom County. He was a metal worker at Intalco Aluminum Corp. near Ferndale. He also had been a commercial fisherman and a sawmill worker. Mr. Lawrence served in the U.S. Army in the Philippines during World War II. Mr. Lawrence was a member of St. Joachim's Catholic Church. Survivors include his wife Rose; six sons, Frank Lawrence Jr., Charles "Peter" Lawrence, Paul Lawrence, Mark Lawrence and John Lawrence, all of Lummi Indian Reservation, and Robert Lawrence of Shelton; two daughters, Rita L. Gobin of Everett and Helena Sanchez of Bellingham; 24 grandchildren; six sisters, Helen Hillaire of Bellingham, Isabelle McClusky Cordelia Lorenz, Hazel Lawrence and Mary Johnson, all of the Lummi Indian Reservation, and Irene James of Ferndale; a brother, Jimmy John Lawrence; and numerous nieces and nephews. Prayer services will be at 7 p.m. Sunday at the Lummi Neighborhood Facility. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated by the Rev. Jack Buckalew at 10 a.m. Monday, also at the facility. Burial will be in Lummi Reservation Cemetery. Arrangements are by Moles Funeral Home.
LAWRENCE, James Johnny, Jr., 4170 Rural Ave, Bellingham, died after a Feb. 19, (1982) auto accident near Alger on Intertate-5. He was born Sept. 24, 1954, in Bellingham and was a lifetime resident of the Lummi Reservation. He was a member of the Ce-Ouen Longhouse. He is survived by a son and three daughters, his parents, grandparents, six brothers and two sisters. Vigil service will be at the Lummi Neighborhood Facility at 7 p.m. today. Funeral service will be at the same place at 10 a.m. Tuesday. Burial will follow in the Lummi Reservation Cemetery. Arrangements are under the direction of Moles Funeral Home.
LAWRENCE, John, Rev., age 85, passed away March 24, (2007). A pastor for 40 years, John spent his retirement doing volunteer ministry, like being chaplin of the American Legion and Custer VFW. He is remembered for his sense of humor and making people laugh. A memorial will be held 2 p.m. Sat June 9 at Custer United Methodist Church.
LAWRENCE, Mary Marie, infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Lawrence of Marietta, passed away Thursday, March 10, (1960) in a local hospital. Besides her parents she leaves to survive two sisters, Rita and Helen; four brothers, Frank, Charles, Robert and Paul; her grandmothers, Mrs. Helena Jefferson and Mrs. Madaline Lawrence. Rosary will be said Friday, March 11, at 6:30 p.m. in the Moles Monroe Funeral Chapel in Ferndale. Holy mass will be offered Saturday, March 12, at 9 a.m. by Rev. Father Joseph Dakin in St. Joachin's Church. Final resting place Lummi Cemetery.
LAWRENCE, Morton, age 89 of Woodinville, died April 1, 1998. He was born on January 14, 1909 in Davenport, Washington. The Lawrence family moved to Bellingham and then to a dairy farm in the Everson area where Morton spent most of the next 80 years of his life. He married Bessie Golay of Cove, Oregon on June 20, 1947. In 1990, Morton moved to Bothell, then to Woodinville for the remained of his life. Although Morton's chosen vocation was dairy farming, his outside interests and activities were many. Involved in the Goshen Community Church as deacon, Sunday school teacher, and visitation. Morton was also active with the Ferndale Camp Meeting, American Missionary Fellowship and Northcreek Baptist Church of Bothell. He enjoyed participation in the Meridian High School alumnus functions, Bellingham Herald Readership panel, and organizing an annual Easter Sunrise service on his farm. Morton is also remembered as a gardener, raiser of fruit trees, county historian, woodsman, writer, loving husband, father, and grandfather. Morton is survived by his daughter, Ardis Lawrence of Lynnwood, daughter and son-in-law, Eunice and Malcolm Powell of Woodinville; and 2 grandchildren, Marcella Powell of Seattle and Jonathan Powell. He was preceded in death by his loving wife Bessie and son Lawton. Graveside service will be 1 pm Monday, April 6, 1998 at Woodlawn Cemetery, Ferndale. Memorial Service will follow at 2:30 p.m. Monday at Goshen Community Church, Everson.
LAWRENCE, Peter Paul, 75, of Marietta, died suddenly Saturday (Oct. 18, 1952). He was a member of St. Joachim's Catholic church. Surviving are his wife, Madeline; seven daughters, Mrs. Helen Hillaire, Mrs. Isabelle McClosky, Mrs. Mary Johnson, all of Beach Star route, Mrs. Margaret Olsen, Mrs. Cordelia James, Miss Irene Lawrence and Miss Hazel Lawrence, all of Marietta; two sons, Frank and James, both of Marietta, and thirteen grandchildren. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Tuesday at St. Joachim's church with the Rev. Father Donald Conger officiating. Interment will be in the Lummi reservation cemetery under the direction of the Monroe funeral home at Ferndale.
LAWRENCE, Robert C. – A celebration of life memorial for Robert "Bob" Carl Lawrence of Birch Bay will be at 3 p.m. next Saturday at the Birch Bay American Legion Post No. 86 in the downstairs area. Mr. Lawrence died Thursday, Feb 15, 2001, at his home. He was 73. Born May 23, 1927, to Wilmont and Dorothy (Newton) Lawrence in Mount Vernon, Ohio, he moved to Richland when he was a young man. Mr. Lawrence served in the U.S. Navy during World War II. Mr. Lawrence worked in the nuclear industry most of his life before moving to Blaine 13 years ago. He also owned and operated a bulldozing company. On May 13, 1991, he married Sue Ganzeveld in Las Vegas. Mr. Lawrence was a member of the Birch Bay American Legion Post No. 86 and a former member of the Elks and Veterans of Foreign Wars. Survivors include his wife of the family home; sons Phil Lawrence of Minneapolis, Steve Lawrence of St. Paul, Minn, and Doug Lawrence of Mission, B.C.; daughter Linda Hankel of Fargo, ND and 10 grandchildren. Arrangements are by Whatcom Cremation Association of Ferndale.
LAWSON, Alice W., 66, 2725 Peabody St., died Saturday (May 18, 1974). She had lived in Bellingham for 20 years. Survivors include three daughters, Barbara Walker of Bellingham, Darlene Bateman of Victoria, B.C. and Lucille Torgelson of California; four sisters, a brother and five grandchildren. Services are pending at Bingham and Jerns Funeral Home.
LAWSON, Caleb - A memorial service for former Bornstein Sea Foods, Inc. employee Caleb Lawson, 90, will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at First Baptist Church, with the Rev. Keith Madsen officiating. Mr. Lawson, 1200 Lincoln St., died Tuesday (Oct. 24, 1989) at St. Joseph Hospital. He was born May 10, 1899, in Alcester, SD and had been a resident of Whatcom County since 1940. He had worked in general maintenance for Bornstein. His hobbies included
fishing in Lake Padden and he was known as "the fisherman at Lakeway Mobile Estates." Survivors include his
wife Orpha; two sons, Jerry Lawson of Bellingham and George A. Lawson of Seattle; a daughter, Rhoda Barber
of Ellensburg; a brother Archie Lawson of Sacramento, Calif.; a sister, Ruby Anderton of Inglewood, Calif.; and
five grandchildren. Arrangements are by Jerns & LeVeck Funeral Chapel.
LAWSON, Delesta Nadene, age 71, passed away on August 2, 2007 after a long, courageous battle with cancer. Delesta was born on July 31, 1936, in Bellingham. She had been a lifelong resident of Whatcom County. She was predeceased by her parents, Clarence H. and Mabel T. Smith, and husband Bill Albee. Delesta is survived by four children, Greg Albee, Judy Wilcox and Debbie Albee, all of Bellingham, and Dan (Becky) Albee of Marshall, NC; two sisters, Berdell (Richard) Holden of Bellingham and Clarice (Neil) Solvik of Everson; nine grandchildren; and 5 great-grandchildren; and special friend Wally Thompson. Delesta's family wishes to thank the staff and nurses at Alderwood Park Conv. Center for the wonderful care in her final weeks, and also thank you to Hospice for their loving care since last December. A memorial service will be held on Friday, August 10, 2007, 3 p.m. at Light and Life Christian Fellowship Church, Bellingham.
LAWSON, Margie C. - Graveside services for Margie C. Lawson will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday at Greenacres Memorial Park. Mrs. Lawson, 47, of 2624 E. Badger Road, died Sunday (April 10, 1988) at a Bellingham hospital. She was born Dec. 3, 1940 and lived in Whatcom County all of her life. Survivors include two sons, Mark of the family home, and Raymond of Coulee City; a daughter, Laura of the family home; and two sisters, Donna Pritchett and
Loretta Hussey, both of Lynden. Arrangements are by Gillies Funeral Home.
LAWSON, Orpha Mae - Long time resident Orpha Mae Lawson of 1200 Lincoln Street died Feb. 19, 1990 in a local nursing home. She was born Sept. 12, 1905 in Arlington, SD, the daughter of Reverend Luther and Marion Ross. After attending Sioux Falls College she taught school in Farragut IO (sic). On Aug. 17, 1930 she married Caleb Lawson in Alcester, SD where they farmed until the family moved to Bellingham in 1940. She taught in the Bellingham Public School System assisting with the speech and hearing impaired and was an active member of the First Baptist Church, the Writers Club and the Friends of the Library. Survivors include sons Jerry of Bellingham, George of Seattle and daughter Rhoda Barber of Ellensburg, five grandchildren, sister Esther Lawson of Bellingham and brother Walter Ross of Buellton CA. Her husband Caleb Lawson passed away in Oct. 1989. The public is invited to memorial services to be held Monday at 10 a.m. at the First Baptist Church.
LAWSON, William A., 2725 Fir St., Mt. Vernon, passed in Los Angeles. Mr. Lawson was a member of the conservative Baptist Church, the Albert Pike Lodge No. 162, F&AM, York rite bodies and Consistory and The Order of Amaranth, all of Portland. He leaves to survive his wife Ruth O. at the family home; 1 son Kenneth Erickson of Mt. Vernon; 3 daughters, Marjorie Yokum of Kaila of Hawaii, Kathleen Erholm of Anacortes and Julie Woods of Samuel Idaho; 2 foster sons, Barry Hartwell of Westminster, Cal., and Alvah P. Hubbard of Medford, Ore.; 9 grandchildren; 2 great grandchildren; 2 brothers and 1 sister. Graveside services will be conducted Wed. May 24 at 1:30 p.m. within Woodlawn Cemetery with Reverend Henry Nickel of the Emmanuel Baptist Church officiating of Mt. Vernon followed by the ritualistic services of the Pierre B. Cornwall Masonic Lodge No. 289 F&AM. Under the Direction of the Westford Funeral Home.
LAWYER, Albert - Burial services for Albert Lawyer, 72, Auburn, Calif., will be held at 2:30 p.m. Thursday at Woodlawn Cemetery, North Bellingham. A former Lynden resident before moving to California in 1956, Mr. Lawyer died in Auburn Tuesday (July 22, 1975). He built the Lynden Motel and for a number of years was manager of the Northwest Washington Fair. He was retired from the Guy F. Atkinson Construction Co. Survivors include the wife Leonore of Auburn; a daughter, Alene Hughes of Fremont, Calif., and Lopez Island; two brothers, Edgar of Sumas and Walter in New Jersey; a sister, Ruth Henri in New Jersey, and two grandchildren.
LAWYER, Anna Marie - Graveside services for homemaker Anna Marie Lawyer, 76, previously of 118 Tromp Road, Lynden, will be at 10 a.m. Monday at Woodlawn Cemetery with Erik Johnson officiating. The body will be cremated. Mrs. Lawyer died Thursday (Feb. 23, 1989) at Alderwood Park Convalescent and Retirement Center in Bellingham. She was born Jan. 29, 1913 in New York City, NY and came to Whatcom County in 1949. Her husband Edgar died in January. Survivors include two daughters, Anna May Berard and Mary Ann Johnson, both of Ferndale; four grandchildren; one great-grandchild; a sister Othelia Renz of Florida; a brother, Joe Palecek of New Jersey; and numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives.
LAWYER, Edgar E., 82, of 118 Tromp Road, died Tuesday (Jan. 24, 1989) in Bellingham. Mr. Lawyer was born Nov. 19, 1906 in Hopewell, NJ and lived in Whatcom County for 40 years. Survivors include his wife of 50 years, Ann Lawyer; two daughters, Anna May Berard and Mary Ann Johnson, both of Ferndale; a sister, Ruth Henrie of Hopewell; a brother Walter Lawyer of Hopewell; four grandchildren; a great-grandchild; and numerous nieces and nephews and other relatives. At his request, no services will be held. Arrangements by Moles Funeral Home.
LAXDAL, Gudmunder, aged 69 years, passed away at an early hour March 10th, 1932 at the Columbia Hospital, Seattle. He leaves to mourn his passing, two sons, John Laxdal and Ring Laxdal; three daughters, Mrs. Struna Fraser, Mrs. To_a Chisholm, Mrs. Sarah Smith, and four grandchildren, all of this city. Funeral services will be conducted in Seattle Saturday, March 12, at 11 a.m., and interment will be made in Bay View Cemetery, Bellingham, at 3 p.m.
LAXDAL, James Stoney passed away on Friday, August 11, 2006, in Bellingham. He was 63, born April 9, 1943, in Grafton, ND to Frank and Anna (Byron) Laxdal. James graduated from Blaine High School and WWU with a BA in Political Science. He founded Avium Arts and considered himself a spiritual counselor. James was chairman of the board for the We Can Association for several years and worked with legislators to secure resources for the mentally ill. As a mental health advocate, he helped establish the Rainbow Center in Bellingham. He also helped start a support group for the mentally ill in Lynden, WA. James was a talented musician, artist, performer, philosopher, and writer. He found solace in creating and sharing his music and art. James is preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by his daughters, Heidi Theisen of Sumas and Tracy Laxdal of Seattle; sister Doreen Shaver of Auburn; and brother John Laxdal of Redmond. A memorial service will be held Friday, August 25 at 12 noon, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Bellingham with inurnment to follow in Greenacres Memorial Park.
LAXDALL, Sigrid, formerly of Bellingham, died Friday May 17, 1996, at her home in Port Angeles. She was 93. A private service will be held. Born March 30, 1903 to Einar Magnus and Margaret Sigurdardotter Einarson in Blaine, she lived in Whatcom County most of her life. She moved to Port Angeles in 1993. Mrs. Laxdall was a member of Birchwood Presbyterian Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, Daniel. Survivors include son Robert Lillis of Port Angeles; stepson Daniel W. Laxdall of Seattle; stepdaughter Jeane Eckrem of Everett; sisters Billie Pelroy of Mercer Island and Thora Bennett of Salem, Ore.; seven grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. Arrangements are by Drennan-Ford Funeral Home in Port Angeles.
LAYH, Marjorie D. passed away October 16, 2006 peacefully, surrounded by her family at her residence in Ferndale, WA. She is survived by her loving husband of 61 years, Ronald Layh; son Phillip D. Layh and wife Margaret; daughter Cheryl Wilson and husband Ron; 2 grandchildren, 4 great-grandchildren and 2 step great-grandchildren. She served in the RAF during WWII. Marjorie was originally from England and lived most of her adult life in Australia. A Funeral Service will be held at 11 a.m. on Thursday, October 19, 2006 at Jesus Christ Church of Latter Day Saints, Stake Center, Ferndale, WA with Bishop Brian Nelson officiating.
LAYH, Ronald, age 88, passed away at his home in Ferndale, Friday, September 7, 2007. He was preceded in death by his wife of 61 years Marjorie in October of 2006. Ron is survived by his son, Phillip D. Layh and his wife Margaret; daughter Cheryl M. Wilson and former son-in-law Ron Wilson; 2 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren. He served in England with the Royal Australian Air Force during WWII as a Bomber Pilot and received the Distinguished Flying Cross from King George VI. Ron was originally from Australia. A funeral service will be held Thursday, September 13, 2007, 11 a.m. at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints Stake Center, Ferndale Chapel, with Bishop Brian Nelson officiating.
LAYNE, Sean Michael, 61 of San Rafael, CA, passed away Jan. 9, 2002, in Greenbrae, CA. His two sisters, Laurie Layne of Bellingham and Kerry Bostrom of San Francisco, CA, survive Mr. Layne. A Graveside Service, officiating by Rev. John Andey, will be held at 3:00 p.m., Tuesday, Jan. 15, 2002, in Enterprise Cemetery. The arrangements and services are by: Jerns Funeral Chapel and On-site Crematorium.
LAZAREFF, William, age 93, of Bellingham passed away Wed., Mar. 17, 2004, in Bellingham. He was born Mar. 15, 1911, in Brilliant, B.C., Canada to William & Mary (Plotnikoff) Lazareff. Bill grew up in Trail, B.C. beside the Columbia River and attended schools there. Moved to Rossland, B.C. where he was a lifetime member of the Eagles Lodge and owned and operated a building supply business. His interests included photography, music, was a master gardener and a member of the Ferndale Senior Center where he enjoyed playing bridge. Bill was blessed with a sense of humor, a joke or a song for every occasion. He married Iva Monroe on Oct. 7, 1976 in Reno, Nevada. Survived by his wife Iva at the family home; son Barry William Lazareff of Coquitlam, B.C.; daughter-in-law Brenda Lazareff of Williams Lake, B.C., step-daughter Arlene & husband Jim Mortimer of Bellingham; granddaughter Rachelle & husband Dan Mullen of Williams Lake, B.C.; grandson Jason Lazareff of Williams Lake, B.C.; great-grandchildren Tyler and Amanda; step-grandchildren Brian & wife Debbie Haney and Mark & wife Melissa Haney; step-great-grandchildren Lindsay, Christopher and Nigel and several nieces. A memorial service will be held Fri., Mar. 26, 2 p.m. in Greenacres|Moles Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Al Currier officiating. Greenacres|Moles Funeral Home.
LEACH, Charles Edward - A memorial service for Charles Edward Leach of Everson will be at 11 a.m. Aug. 2 at the Nooksack Valley United Methodist Church. Mr. Leach died Monday, July 21, 1997 at St. Joseph Hospital. He was 63. Born Jan. 24, 1934, to Clifford and Meta Schaub Leach in Oakland, Calif., he was raised in Walnut Creek, Calif. He marred Kathleen Johnson on July 5, 1957, in Vancouver, B.C. He served in the U.S. Navy and received a degree in mechanical engineering from the University of California-Berkeley. Mr. Leach worked for Siemens' Nuclear Power Plant in Hanford for 24 years, retiring in 1989. He moved to Whatcom County in 1992. He attended Benton City United Methodist Church and Nooksack Valley United Methodist Church and was a member of Eastern Washington Dirt Riders and American Society of Mechanical Engineers. Mr. Leach enjoyed motorcycle riding and golfing. He was preceded in death by brothers Conrad Leach and Clifford Leach. Survivors include his wife of the family home, sons Terence Leach, Bradley Leach and Shaun Leach and two grandchildren. Arrangements are by Gillies Funeral Home.
LEACH, Delores Margaret - Rosary will be said for Mrs. Delores Margaret Leach, 37, Ferndale, at 7:30 p.m. Thursday at Moles Funeral Home, Ferndale. Burial services will be held at 10 a.m. Friday in Lummi Cemetry. Mrs. Leach was killed in an automobile accident Saturday (April 20, 1968) near Everett. Survivors include the husband, Samuel; two daughters, Mary and Kathleen; seven sons, Larry, Perry, George and Ronald Adams and Robert, William and David Leach, and her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Damien Solomon, as well as a brother and sister.
LEACH, Theresa G., aged 80 years, passed away at the family home, Route 2, Wednesday, December 10, (1941) after a long illness. Miss Leach had been a resident of Bellingham for the past nineteen years and was a member of the Garden Street Methodist Church. Miss Leach leaves no known relatives. The remains now rest at the Homer Mark Mortuary where private funeral services will be held in the Rose Chapel Friday afternoon at 1:30 o'clock with the Rev. James E. Milligan, pastor of the Garden Street Methodist Church officiating. Interment Greenacres Memorial Park.
LEADABRAND, Glenda Marie Carlson, age 48, of Entiat, passed away suddenly Fri., Feb. 28, 2003, in Snohomish County. She was born Aug. 22, 1954, in Bellingham to Glenn and Jean (Sackett) Carlson and was a 1972 graduate of Bellingham High School. Glenda was an avid equestrian and was Ferndale Rodeo Queen in 1972. She had a great love and devotion for her animals and enjoyed music and sang with various groups. She found great contentment at her home on the Entiat River. Glenda made many friends in the Entiat community and will be greatly missed by all, especially her cat Jack.
LEAF, Cheryl Eldonna Sussex - Services for Cheryl Eldonna Sussex Leaf of Bellingham will be held at 10 a.m.
Monday at Greenacres Funeral Home. Mrs. Leaf died Wednesday, Aug. 2, 2000, at Mount Baker Care Center in Bellingham. She was 88. Mrs. Leaf was born Jan. 25, 1912, in Abingdon, Ill., to Maybelle and George Sussex,
her stepmother was Elsie Sussex. Her father, George Sussex owned the Cashmere State Bank in Cashmere and a Ford dealership in Lynden for many years. Mrs. Leaf moved to Peshastin and then to Cashmere with her father and brother Houston in 1914 after the death of her mother. Mrs. Leaf graduated from Cashmere High School and attended Washington State College (now WSU), where she was a member of Kappa Kappa Gamma sorority. She married Elmer Leaf in 1932 in Cashmere. They moved to Lewiston, Idaho, and their only daughter, Sharon, was born there. The Leafs moved to Bellingham in 1942. Mrs. Leaf worked for Haskell Corp. until 1950, when she left to open her own business, Cheryl Leaf Antiques & Gifts, which has operated in the same location on Northwest Avenue for 50 years. Her professional accomplishments include charter membership of the National Association of Dealers in Antiques, editor of the 'Antiques and Reproductions' section of the association publication for 15 years, appraiser and recognized authority in the field of antiques and reproductions. Mrs. Leaf loved to laugh and had a wonderful sense of humor. She was always cheerful and often said she was "born happy." She loved to travel and has traveled around the world many times buying for her business. She is survived by her daughter of Bellingham brother George Robert Sussex of Palos Verdes, Calif. three grandchildren, two great-grandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents and her husband.
LEAF, Elmer M., age 71 of 2828 Northwest Avenue, passed away Friday, April 23, 1976. Mr. Leaf was a lifetime resident of this community, a member of Birchwood Presbyterian Church and was a retired draftsman. Surviving are his wife, Cheryl; 1 daughter, Sharon Dralle, city; 3 grandchildren. Services will be held Monday, April 26 at 1 p.m. at Greenacres Memorial Park Mausoleum. Rev. Bob Williams officiating. Arrangements by Jones Funeral Home. Entombment Greenacres Mausoleum.
LEAKE, Ruby M., 76, 2800 Nome St., Bellingham, WA, passed away May 21, 1992 in Bellingham. She was born September 22, 1915 in Saskatchewan to Harry and Grace Davis and moved to Bellingham in 1933. Survivors are her son Clifford C. and his wife Karen Leake and granddaughter, Kerri Leake all of Bellingham; brother, Jim Davis of Sedro Woolley; 4 sisters, Jean Kruzich and Alice Robinson of Bellingham; Verena Savage of Vancouver, WA; and Leona Rowan of Burlington, WA. A funeral service was held 10:30 a.m. Wednesday May 27, 1992 followed with burial at Greenacres Cemetery officiated by Rev. Lawrence Guderian. Arrangements and services were under the direction of Jerns LeVeck Funeral Chapel.
LEAL, Esther V., 73, of 721 Highland Drive, died Sunday (Aug. 25, 1991) at Providence Hospital in Everett after a long illness. She was born Esther Jones on Oct. 21, 1917 in Wilbur, Wash. to Herbert E. and Mabel E. Jones. She moved to Ferndale as a young child. She was graduated from Ferndale High School and attended Bellingham Normal School, now Western Washington University. She married Leslie A. Leal on Nov. 26, 1938 in Bothell. He survives her in Bellingham. Mrs. Leal owned and operated Rathman's shoe store with her husband until her retirement. She was a member of the Bellingham Golf and Country Club and Garden Street United Methodist Church. She enjoyed golf, gardening and traveling. Other survivors include a son L. Gary Leal of Santa Barbara, Calif.; a daughter, Lorna Bigsby of Everett; six grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. At her request, no services are scheduled. Arrangements are by Blietz Funeral Home of Seattle.
LEAL, Leslie A. - At his request, no services will be held for retired Bellingham shoe store owner Leslie A. Leal, 77, of 721 Highland Drive. He died Monday (Oct. 28, 1991) at Bellingham Care Center, where he had been living since July. He was born to Arthur and Ella Mae Leal on July 5, 1914, in Seattle. He moved to Bellingham in the early 1940s and lived most of his life in Whatcom County. He married Esther V. Jones in 1938 in Bothell. He served in the U.S. Army during World War II. Mr. Leal owned and operated Rathman's Shoes in downtown Bellingham. He sold the store in 1986 when he retired. The store later closed. He was a member of Garden Street United Methodist Church. An avid Golfer, Mr. Leal won many championships, including the state amateur title in 1935 and 1936. He won the Whatcom County Golf title eight times in the late 1930s and 1940s. He was the Oregon State Junior Golf Champion in 1931. He also enjoyed creative writing and published a book of poetry locally in the mid-1980s. He had hoped to pursue his interest in writing after retirement, but was slowed when he developed Parkinson's disease. Mr. Leal also was active in community life, and was on the Bellingham Planning Commission at one time. He was a strong supporter of downtown Bellingham and of his church. His wife died in August. Survivors include a son, L. Gary Leal of Santa Barbara, Calif.; a daughter, Lorna Bigsby of Everett; six grandchildren; a sister, Dorothy Raymond of Bellingham; two brothers, Don and Gordon Leal of Oregon; and nieces and nephews. The remains will be cremated. Arrangements are by Jones-Moles Funeral Home.
LEANDERSON, Fillip "Fil" passed away on November 2, 2006. Fil was born in Seattle on March 11, 1931, and grew up in Alderwood Manor. He graduated from the University of Washington and was a four year member of the Husky Crew Team. Fil won an Olympic bronze medal for rowing at the 1952 Summer Olympics in Helsinki, Finland as stroke of the four with coxswain. He maintained a lifelong friendship with the members of his Olympic crew. Fil worked as a university personnel administrator and coached rowing first at M.I.T., then at UW and Western Washington University until retirement. Fil is survived by his loving wife of 53 years, Jane, daughters Linda (Scott) Seefeldt, Gretchen (James) Schacht and Paula (James) Magin together with three grandchildren, Eric and Peter Schacht and Samantha Magin. A memorial service will be held at 1 p.m. Friday November 10, 2006, at Beck's Funeral Home, Edmonds.
LEAR, Ada, age 71, of Marietta, passed away Mon. July 24, 1978. A lifetime resident of Whatcom Co., Mrs. Lear was a member of Lummi and Nooksack Senior Citizens. She is survived by a daughter, Ada Wilbur of Marietta. A grandson, Reynold Cooper of Marietta. A brother Robert Cooper of Nooksack. A sister Allie Hoskins of B'ham. Several nieces and nephews. Prayer services will be held, Thurs. July 27 at 7 p.m. at Moles Funeral Chapel. Funeral services will be Fri. July 28 at 11 a.m. at the LDS Chapel on Scott Rd. Mr. Gerald Stewart officiating. Interment will follow at Lummi Reservation Cemetery.
LEAR, Raymond - Prayer service for Raymond Lear, 65, Marietta, will be held Tuesday evening at the Moles Funeral Home. Requiem Mass will be held at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday in St. Joachim's Catholic Church with burial to follow in Lummi Reservation Cemetery. Mr. Lear died Sunday (Oct. 10, 1971). He was a retired commercial fisherman. He is survived by the wife, Ada; three sisters, Mrs. Celina Finkbonner, Mrs. Dorothy Charles and Mrs. Irene James, all of the Reservation; and a brother, Toddy Lear of Marietta.
LEAR, Ronomus (Toddy) - A vigil service for Ronomus (Toddy) Lear, 76, a commercial fisherman and lifetime resident of the Lummi Indian Reservation, will be at 6:15 p.m. Wednesday at Moles Funeral Home. He died Sunday (Sept. 16, 1984) at his home at 1836 Marine Drive. He was born Nov. 1, 1907 on the reservation and was a member of the Lummi Indian Tribe and St. Joachim's. He served in the Army in World War II. A Mass of Christian burial will be said at 10 a.m. Thursday at St. Joachim's Catholic Church, with the Rev. Jack Buchalew as celebrant. Burial will be in the Lummi Reservation Cemetery. Surviving are two daughters, 10 grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren.
LEARY, James Gerald - A funeral Mass for James Gerald Leary of Ferndale will be celebrated at 10 a.m. today
at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Ferndale, with the Rev. Tim Sauer officiating. Burial will follow at Greenacres
Memorial Park. A luncheon will be served in Parish Hall at the church. Mr. Leary died Sunday, June 6, 1999 at
his home. He was 73. Born July 17 1925 to James J. and Lempi "Helen" Leary in Ironwood, Mich., he graduated
from St. Ambrose High School in Ironwood in 1943. Following high school, Mr. Leary enlisted in the U.S. Navy
and served in World War II, the Korean War and the Vietnam War. He retired from the Navy after 20 years and
worked for Mobil Oil Corp. of Michigan. In 1973, he was transferred to the Mobil Oil Refinery in Ferndale, where he worked until his retirement in 1986. Mr. Leary was a member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars, American Legion and Oils, Chemical and Atomic Workers. He enjoyed traveling and was a lifelong Chicago Cubs fan. Survivors include his wife Jean of Ferndale; sons James A. Leary of Ferndale, Patrick Leary of Alpena, Mich. and Brian Leary of Kaneohe, Hawaii; daughters Kathleen Young of Bellingham, Ann Marie Stack of Ferndale, Susan Taxdahl of Concrete and Mary Kay Biesbor of Highland Ranch, Colo.
LEARY, Zora H., 87, formerly of 2636-1/2 Northwest Ave., died Wednesday (Aug. 31, 1983) in a local nursing home. She was born June 27, 1896, in Loomis, and had been a Bellingham resident since 1958. She is survived by her husband James Leary of Bellingham; a son [Charles (Nick) Leary of Bellingham], a sister [Connie Rugg of Eastern
Washington] and two granddaughters [Lisa and Trisha Leary]. Graveside services will be at 11 a.m. Friday at
Greenacres Memorial Park, under the direction of Jerns & LeVeck Funeral Chapel.
LEATHA, Emmy W., age 93, passed away Thurs., June 5, 1980. Surviving are 1 daughter Beatrice Pitch of Bellingham; 1 son Harry Pitch of Seattle; a daughter-in-law, Jennie Leatha of Redmond, Washington, 3 sisters,
Frances Kosbab of Sedro Woolley, Selma Seversen and Eloise Johnson, both of Bellingham, 7 grandchildren,
20 great grandchildren, 1 great grandchildren. Funeral services will be held Mon., June 9 at 1 p.m. with Father
Patrick Callahan officiating at the Veroske, Jerns and LeVeck Funeral Chapel. Interment at Greenacres Memorial Park.
LEATHERWOOD, AnnaBelle H. of Bellingham, WA, passed away on Friday, July 21, 2006, in Bellingham. She was 80, born May 16, 1926 in Eastsound, WA, to Winafred (Coffelt) and Roger Purdue. At her request, there will be no service. Moles Family Funeral Home Bayview Chapel-Bellingham.
LEATHERWOOD, Don Henry passed away Thursday, June 23, 2005. Graveside services will be Wednesday, June 29, 2005 at 2 p.m. at Greenacres Cemetery. He was born on Orcas Island on December 7, 1919. He and his wife, Thelma Leatherwood (now deceased), resided in Whatcom County. Don is survived by three daughters, Marilyn and Bill Howard Sandra and Ken Lankhaar, both of Bellingham, Susan Leonard of Los Angeles, Dorothy Hill, and numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren. His son Wayne Leatherwood is deceased. He was a member of VFW, American Legion, Shriners and Masonic Lodge. He served in the Navy in the Pacific Rim following the attack on Pearl Harbor. He worked as a heavy equipment operator in Alaska for years and thereafter he worked for the Whatcom County Road District, until his retirement. He loved to travel frequently to Hawaii, which was always his favorite place to be, and serving his various clubs on all of their activities.
LEATHERS, Jack Dewey, age 84, passed away on December 6, 2004 in Deming, WA. Visitation is scheduled for Thursday, December 9, 2004 at 2 p.m. in the Ferndale Moles Funeral Home Chapel. A Prayer Service will be held on Thursday, December 9, 2004 at 6 p.m. at Wexliem Community Center and a Funeral Service will be on Friday, December 10, 2004 at 10 a.m. at Wexliem.
LEATHERS, John Benny, age 22 of 1830 Marine Dr, Marietta passed away Sunday, August 22, 1982. Mr. Leathers had been a life time resident of Whatcom County and was a commercial fisherman, member of the Lummi Canoe Club. He is survived by his wife, Belle and 1 son John, both of the home; his parents Mr. and Mrs. Jack Leathers of Marietta; 9 sisters, Merle Plaster of Deming, Maxine Kelly of Aberdeen, Betty Leathers, Becky Martin, Kathy Jefferson, Jackie Jefferson, Judy Douglas, Penny Solomon, and Mary Leathers all of Marietta; numerous nieces and nephews. Prayer services will be held Wed. Aug. 25 at 7 p.m. in the Chapel of the Westford Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held Thurs. Aug. 26 at 11 a.m. in the Chapel of the Westford Funeral Home, with Rev. Ron Morris officiating. Interment Lummi Cemetery.
LEATHERS, Pearl Alice, age 83 of Deming, WA, passed away on Friday, March 3, 2006, at the family home. She was a lifetime resident of the Nooksack and Lummi Nations. There will be a Prayer Service on Sunday, March 5, 2006, at 6:00 p.m. to be followed by a Funeral Service Monday, March 6, 2006, at 10:00 a.m., both at the Wexliem Community Building Lummi Nation. Interment will follow at the Lummi Nation Cemetery. Arrangements are under the care of Moles Family Funeral Home, Main Street, Ferndale.
LEATHERWOOD, Thelma L., age 82, passed away Mon., May 25, 1998. Born Sept. 3, 1915 in Minot, ND to Dennis and Elizabeth (Olson) Stover, she had been a Whatcom County resident since 1937 and married Donald H. Leatherwood Sept 9, 1943 (sic) in Seattle. Graduated from high school in Bellingham and attended college in Bellingham; was a member of Eastern Star, Laurel Grange, New Life Fellowship Church, Victor Community Club, former member of Laurel Baptist Church and her hobbies included gardening, crocheting, sewing and camping. Survived by her husband, Donald H. Leatherwood of Bellingham; daughters Marilyn Howard and Sandra Lankhaar, both of Bellingham; Dorothy Hill of Sedro Woolley and Susan Leonard of Los Angeles, CA; six grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren and one nephew; she was preceded in death by son Wayne Leatherwood in 1979. A memorial service will be held Thurs., May 28, 1998, 3 p.m. at New Life Fellowship, 810 E. Pole Rd, Lynden with Pastor Ron Slater officiating. Greenacres Funeral Home.
LEATON, Floyd L., age 35, of 7236 Everson Goshen Rd., Everson, passed away Fri, Sept. 23, (1977). Floyd had been a
resident of Whatcom Co. for 30 years and was the leader of the Floyd Leaton and the Majestics Country Rock Group and had just recently produced a record in Nashville. He was a former member of the Long Shoreman's Union and a member of the American Legion Post No. 7, Bellingham. He is survived by his wife Wendy; a son Richard in Walla Walla; 2 daughters, Shari of Walla Walla and Stormy of Bellingham; a brother, Walter Rohde of Bellingham; 3 sisters, Deloris Turner of Rockford, Ill. Judy McCracken and Kay Dorr both of Bellingham. Funeral services will be conducted by Rev. Eugene Born, Tues., Sept. 27 at 1:30 p.m. in Moles Funeral Chapel. Burial will follow in Greenacres Memorial Park.
LEATON, Bessie A., age 88, of 505 W. Bakerview Rd, Bellingham, passed away in Bellingham, Monday, Dec. 21, (1987). She was born July 14, 1899 and has been a lifetime resident of this community. Survivors are her 3 sons, Willis K. Ray of Bellingham, Donald E. Ray of Oregon, and Eugene S. Ray of Bremerton; 2 daughters, Joyce Caughell of Ferndale and Thelma Pollard of Lynnwood; niece Maxine Sorensen of Bellingham; cousin Muriel Simmons of Blaine; numerous nieces and nephews. Graveside services will be held Wed., Dec. 23, 11 a.m. at Woodlawn Cemetery with Pastor Jim Seim officiating. Under the direction of Jerns & LeVeck Funeral Chapel.
LEAVELL, Lois - Homemaker Lois Leavel, 86, a former Lummi Island resident, died Friday (Dec. 9, 1988) in North Valley Hospital in Tonasket of a heart attack. At her request, there will be no services. The remains will be cremated. Mrs. Leavell was born March 13, 1902 in Genesee, Idaho, and moved to Whatcom County in 1948. She lived on Lummi Island from 1955 to 1986. She moved in 1986 to Oroville where she lived the rest of her life. She had been a member of Lummi Island Congregational Church, Lummi Island Grange, Lummi Island Civic Club and Lummi Island home Demonstration Club. Survivors include her husband, Ross W. Leavell; a daughter, Geraldine G. Shirley of Oroville; a son, Phillip C. Leavell of Tulare, Calif.; eight grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren; a brother, Lloyd Howton of Hermiston, Ore.; and three sisters, Ruth Reeve and Geneva Jolly of Connell and Florence Baumgarner of Spokane. Arrangements are by Moles Funeral Home.
LEAVELL, Ross Willard, 90, a former Lummi Island resident, died Friday (May 10, 1991) in Oroville. He was born Sept. 3, 1900 in Bellingham. He returned to Whatcom County in 1948 and lived on Lummi Island from 1955 to 1986. He worked for Lynden Gravel for many years. He married Lois Howton Leavell, who died in 1988. Survivors include a daughter, Geraldine G. Shirley of Oroville; a son, Phillip C. Leavell of Tulare, Calif.; a brother, Perine Leavell of Richland; a sister, Marjorie Coleman of Bellingham; 8 grandchildren; and 20 great-grandchildren. At his request, no services will be held. He will be cremated, with burial of ashes in Greenacres Memorial Park. Arrangements are by Moles Funeral Home.
LEAVITT, David R., born August 30, 1946 to Rex and Ruth Leavitt, went home to be with the Lord on April 13, 2004. Survived by his beloved wife Moira and their children: Lanae, Ethan, Amber, and Seth. A tireless servant of the Lord Jesus Christ. Known by many as a walking Biblical concordance. Impacted countless people by preaching the gospel of Christ and encouraging believers. Through his example, gave his children a glimpse of our Heavenly Father. Chosen by God to be the husband and the best friend of his wife. He sought to glorify the Lord in his life and in his death. "I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith; Henceforth there is laid up for me a crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous judge, shall give me at that day; and not to me only, but unto all them also that love His appearing." 2 Timothy 4:7,8. A funeral service will be held Friday, April 16, 2004, at 1:00 p.m., in Greenacres|Moles Funeral Home Chapel. Greenacres|Moles Funeral Home.
LEAVITT, Harvey E. age 89 of 1341 Country Lane, passed away Friday, June 27, (1980). He had been a resident for the
past 45 years and was a veteran of WWI. Survived by 1 son, Lyle of city; 2 daughters, Mrs. Karna Postma and Mrs. Ona Dixon, both of city; 10 grandchildren; 1 brother, Bill Levitt of Hadlock, WA; 1 sister, Mrs. Bernice Lipinski of Winona, Minn. Graveside services will be conducted Tuesday, July 1 at 1 p.m. in Greenacres Memorial Park with Rev. Leonard Ericksen officiating, under the direction of Westford's Funeral Home.
LEBARRON, Russell A. – No services will be held for Russell A. LeBarron of Bellingham. Mr. LeBarron died Saturday, April 22, 2000, at St. Joseph Hospital. He was 73. Mr. LeBarron was born Sept. 23, 1926 to Clifford and Nona (Myers) LeBarron in Bellingham. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, painting, reading, writing and poetry. His sister Norma LeBarron, died in 1937 and brother Richard LeBarron died in 1948. Survivors include daughters Colleen Heverling and Kathleen "Kat" Douma, both of Bellingham, and Debra Hahn of Everson; sisters June Dahl of Bothell and Peggy Sullivan of Springfield, Mass.; brother Gorden LeBarron of Livingston, Texas; three grandchildren; and many nieces, nephews and other relatives.
LEBER, Frantz, age 74 of 2315 Williams, passed away Monday, Oct. 14, (1974). Mr. Leber had been a resident of Bellingham for the past 30 years, was a veteran of WWI and leaves to survive 5 brothers, Roy of PA; Alba of Grass Valley, Calif., John, Tony and George all of Iowa; 2 sisters, Mrs. Ida Goettsch of Iowa and Mrs. Helen Roberts of Florida. Several nieces and nephews among whom Mrs. William Dietsch of Salem, Oregon. Graveside services were conducted Thursday Oct. 17 at 10 a.m. with Rev. Lawrence Guderian officiating. Interment Woodlawn Cemetery under the direction of Westford Funeral Home.
LEACH, Ann M. - A funeral for Ann M. Leach will be at 1 p.m. today at Columbia Funeral Home in Seattle. Burial will be in Greenacres Memorial Park. Mrs. Leach died Monday, April 24, 1995, at Swedish Medical Center in Seattle. She was 87. Born Dec. 25, 1907, to Andrew and Sorine Erickson in Bellingham, she loved animals. She was known as the "cat lady" in her neighborhood. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ralph S. Leach.
LEBRAY, Lance – Beloved Husband and father Lance LeBray went home to be with the Lord on January 24, 2005. He was 78. Lance served in the U.S. Navy during WWII. He married his wonderful wife, Verna on Valentine's Day in 1954 and they were remarried in Bellingham in October 1998. He owned his plumbing business until he retired in 1985. Lance loved the great outdoors by fishing, hunting and just spending a lot of time in the water. He also loved to cook, and would donate the food and his time catering on special occasions. His last greatest hobby was woodworking and leatherwork. His greatest pleasure was just giving things away or donating whatever he made to see a smile on someone's face. Lance leaves behind his wife Verna and son Kurc and wife Raven LeBray of Bellingham, his daughter Sharie and husband Bill Wilder of Blaine, and his grandchildren, Michale Kernan of Seattle and grandsons Jaromie and Casey of Blaine. Lance was very close to God and inspired others to do the same. He was well known as the "Big Loveable Teddy Bear" and was loved by anyone who knew him. Lance, (Dad) we will always love you and you will be greatly missed of your presence but not in our hearts.
LECKIE, Curtis A., passed away at his Edmonds home on January 20, 1997. He was eighty-two years old. Curtis was born March 5, 1914 in Port Reeve, Saskatchewan to Andrew and Linnie Boblett Leckie. His family returned to Snohomish, Washington in 1928 where he went to graduate from Snohomish High School, class of 1932. Curtis married Betty Marie Smith in Seattle in 1937. They observed their fifty-ninth wedding anniversary October 16, 1996. Curtis taught sixth grade at Central Elementary School in Snohomish for a few years. He then began a career with the U.S. Immigration Service and the Department of Agriculture. In 1965, Curtis and Betty moved to Blaine, Washington where he was Inspector in Charge, Department of Agriculture. He retired in 1978. Curtis enjoyed many hobbies such as traveling, reading, dancing, working in his shop and photography. He belonged to B.P.O.E. #194 in Bellingham and the Bella-Wheels trailer club. Curtis enjoyed working as a volunteer at County Park at Semiahmoo. Curtis was a Past Master of Kulshan Lodge #186 in Blaine, a member of Scottish Rite, Nile Temple and a member of the Northwest Shrine Club where he was a Past President. Curtis was pre-deceased by his son, Gary A. Leckie and is survived by his wife Betty; his son C. Blair Leckie and his wife Georgia in Edmonds; his daughter-in-law, Marcia Leckie in Seattle; his grandchildren Deborah L. Newkirk in California, Gary A. Leckie Jr. in Seattle; Andrew C. Leckie and Alice E. Leckie in Edmonds; his brother, Ronald and his wife, Berneyce Leckie in Kennydale; his sister Ellen and her husband, Sylvester Roberts in Redmond and three great-grandchildren. On Saturday, January twenty-fifth, a graveside service will be held at Mountain View Cemetery in Auburn at 11 a.m. and later the same day a memorial service will be held at 3:00 p.m. at Beck's Funeral Home in Edmonds.
LeCOCQ, Ethel Mae, age 73, 9067 Sunrise Rd., Custer, passed away on Tuesday, Nov. 15, (1977). Born in Alaska, Mrs.
LeCocq had been a 43 year resident of Whatcom County and had been well known for her work in instruction in ceramics. She was a member of St. Paul's Episcopal Church and in June of 1947 was married to Ralph B. LeCocq. Besides her husband, Ralph, she is survived by a daughter, Mrs. Caroline Senica of Blaine; 2 grandchildren, Kristi and Harry Senica; 3 sisters, Mrs. Roberta Gustafson of Lynden, Mrs. Edith Kohler of Bellingham, Mrs. Margaret Alonso of Ocean Gate, New Jersey and numerous nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be conducted Friday, Nov. 18 at 10:30 a.m. in the First Reformed Church with Rev. John Finney officiating. Burial will follow in Greenacres Memorial Park. Funeral services are under the direction of the Gillies Funeral Home.
LECOCQ, Ralph B., a long-time Lynden attorney, died Saturday at the age of 99. He lived at 2726 Alderwood Ave. Born March 20, 1885, in Harrison, S.D., he was a Lynden resident for 70 years. He practiced law in Coupeville for two years, then had his own law firm in Lynden for 60 years. He was a member of First Reformed Church in Lynden, American Bar Association, Ayrshire Association, and a past member of Bellingham Rotary Club. He founded the Ralph B. LeCocq Foundation for college scholarships, and was founder of the LeCocq Alcove in the museum at the University of Iowa. He had seven brothers, all of whom preceded him in death. He is survived by a daughter in Kirkland. Funeral services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Thursday at First Reformed Church, Lynden, the Rev. Gordon Van Oostenburg officiating. Burial will be in Monumenta Cemetery. Arrangements are by Jones Funeral Home. A brother, Dr. John LeCocq, was one of the founders of the hospital.
LE COMPTE, Joe, age 57 years, of 1263 Island View Ave., Bellingham, passed away at a local rest home, Aug. 18, (1958) following an illness of three months. Mr. LeCompte was born Feb. 7, 1901, at Grand Rapids, Mich., and moved to Lynden at the age of 9, where he grew up and graduated from the Lynden schools. In 1927 he was graduated from Washington State College at Pullman with a B.S. degree in electrical engineering. On Sep. 23, 1927 he was married to Mary Worthen of Lynden and until 1954, when he became employed at the Ferndale Refinery he followed construction work throughout the Pacific Northwest. He was a member of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, Local No. 1032, the American Institute of Electrical Engineers, a charter member of the Ferndale Refinery Amateur Radio Operators Club, and for some time operated Amateur Radio Station W7OUU. Surviving are his wife Mary, at home; two sons, George W. of Seattle, and J. Roger, of Bellingham; two daughters, Mrs. Mary Jean Felker and Mrs. Amy Louise Wilholm, both of Seattle; his father and step-mother, Mr. and Mrs. William LeCompte of Lynden; four brothers, Maurice and Louis, both of Seattle; Walter and John, both of Bremerton; and William of New Orleans, La.; two sisters, Mrs. Marie Lyman and Mrs. Margaret Marl, both of Everett; six grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be under the direction of the Gillies Funeral Home of Lynden.
LE COMPTE, Sarah, age 64 years, of Lynden, passed away Tuesday, April 22, (1947). She had been a resident of the Lynden district for the past forty years. Survivors are the husband, Jacob; two daughters, Mrs. Alberta Hardesty, Dorothy Le Compte, both of Olympia; two sons, Lester, of Puyallup, and Ivan of Chicago; five sisters, Mrs. William Crumbie, Vancouver, B. C., Mrs. Ida Blow, Mrs. Alice Glass, both of Everson, Route 1, Mrs. Grace Dean, Ferndale, Route 1, Mrs. Anna De Line, Lynden; one brother, Jack VanderYacht, Bellingham, Route 1; also five grandchildren. The remains rest at the Gillies Funeral Home in Lynden where funeral announcements will be made later.
LEDBETTER, Dr. Harvey L., age 82 of Blaine, passed away Sun., Jan. 11, (1976). Dr. Ledbetter had been a resident of
the county for the past 13 years and was a member of Masonic Lodge in Birch Tree, Missouri and Scottish rite in Bellingham. He was a retired physician having received his medical degree from the University of Missouri. Surviving are his wife, Ola Rose; 1 son, Chester of Columbia, Missouri; 1 sister, May Layman of Mountain View, Missouri; 2 brothers, Adam of North Bonneville, WA, Charles of Birch Tree, MO; 2 grandchildren; 3 great-grandchildren; numerous other relatives. Private family services were held under the direction of Moles Funeral Home.
LEDBETTER, Lena B., age 66, of 1005 Knox St., passed away at home Saturday, Nov. 22, (1958). Mrs. Ledbetter had been a resident of this community for many years and was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. Surviving relatives include her husband, W. T., at the family home; a daughter, Mrs. Doris Polinskey of Portland, Ore.; a son Kenneth Monson of Sedro Woolley; two grandchildren, and an aunt, Mrs. Lena Brandt of Bellingham. The remains rest at the Jones Funeral Home where services will be conducted Friday, Nov. 28 at 3 p.m. Final resting place Woodlawn Cemetery.
LEDBETTER, Ola Rose, 85, died Saturday (May 6, 1989) at her home in Blaine. At her request, no services will be held. Mrs. Ledbetter, of 541 D St., was born May 30, 1903, in Stilwell, Kan. She was a member of the Young At Heart senior citizen's club in Blaine and Anchor Chapter No. 3, Order of the Eastern Star in Olathe, Kan. Mrs. Ledbetter was preceded in death by her husband, H. L. Ledbetter. Survivors include a daughter, Elsie L. Ledbetter of Springfield, MO; two grandchildren; and 5 great-grandchildren. Arrangements are by Moles Funeral Home.
LEDERER, Brent Daniel died recently in his home in Hilo, Hawaii. He was born on November 29, 1961, in Oxnard, California, to Bert and Claydene Johnson Lederer, and spent his childhood and teen years mostly in Southern California and Hawaii, excelling as a star goalie in his favorite sport, soccer, and graduating from Kalaheo High School in Kailua, Hawaii. Brent served honorably in the Hawaii and Washington National Guards and received a Bachelor of Arts degree from the School of Hotel and Restaurant Administration at Washington State University. He spent several years in the restaurant business in the Seattle area before retiring and moving to Lummi Island. In September 2005, he returned to his beloved Hawaii. Brent will be remembered for his deep faith, heart of gold, and especially for being a wonderful Uncle to his nephews, Matthew, Mark, and Luke Springer, who survive him. Brent is also survived by his father and mother, sister, Melanie Lederer Springer and brother-in-law James Springer, all of Bellingham, grandmothers Nadine Hamilton Johnson of Colorado Springs, CO and Irene Bransky Cooperman of Diamond Bar, CA, and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. A celebration of Brent's life will be held at 11 a.m. July 21, 2006, at Christ The Servant Lutheran Church, Lakeway Drive, Bellingham, Washington. Reception to follow in the Community Room. Dress is casual or aloha attire. That is how Brent would like it.
LEDRAY, Bernice Gertrude (Bonnie) Born: 12/20/1926 - Died: 2/4/2020
Bonnie was preceded in death by her parents Thomas and E. Hilda Marshall, her brother Richard and Leonard Marshall and her husband Vincent L. Ledray. She is survived by her daughters Cathie Ledray-Senff (Tony) of La Conner, WA, Sue Murray (Larry), Vicki Grabicki (Jim), and son James Ledray (Bonny) all of Bellingham, WA; her grandchildren, Shelley Ledray Northern (Tim) of Spokane, WA, and Aimee Cantrell (Chris) of Lynden, WA, Brett Murray (Jill) and Christopher
Ledray of Bellingham, WA; her eight great-grandchildren, Amelia, Ellie, and Charles Northern of Spokane, WA,
Madeline Weir, Aubrey and Olivia Cantrell of Lynden, WA, and Landon and Celia Murray of Bellingham, WA. Bonnie's family thanks the Silverado Staff for their loving and patient care and support of Bonnie during the last 2 years of her life journey. A Memorial Mass will be Friday February 21, 2020 at 11:00 a.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church (1110 14th St. Bellingham, WA), with reception following.
LEDRAY, Vincent L., age 82, WWII Veteran, B-17 Pilot, CEO of Skunk Works (his basement project room), and longtime Bellingham resident, passed away at his home, June 12, 2004 after confronting prostate cancer with his incredible courage, hope and humor for many years. Born April 10, 1922 in Portland, OR, he was the first son of Adolph and Nellie (Gildea) Ledray who had emigrated from England. He was raised in North Vancouver, B.C., but at age 18 he enlisted in the U.S. Army at Ft. Lawton, WA. He served in the Signal Corps as a radio technician. In 1943 he entered the Army Air Force and after pilot training served overseas in the European Theatre as B-17 First Pilot and Crew Commander in the 8th Air Force, 401st Bomb Group, 615th Squadron. He completed 30 combat missions, including the Normandy Campaign. His decorations and citations included the Distinguished Flying Cross and the Air Medal with 3 Oak Leaf Clusters for "courage, coolness and skill" in 5 separate bombing missions over enemy occupied continental Europe. He returned to Long Beach, CA where he married Bernice (Bonnie) Marshall in February of 1945. Last February Vince and Bonnie celebrated their 59th wedding anniversary with a family vacation to Maui. After leaving the service, Vince worked for telephone companies in California, Washington and Alaska and retired in 1984 as a central office equipment installer from what was then Contel Telephone Company in Lynden. As CEO of "Skunk Works" which contains enough projects for several lifetimes, Vince tinkered with "fixer-upper" every things clocks, cars (especially VW Bugs), small gauge steam trains, TV's, radios, stereos, clocks, clocks, clocks. He taught his family the importance of always saving the instruction manual "just in case". A "garage sale" sign spoke to him of future projects just waiting to be discovered and purchased for a bargain. Vince enjoyed living in the NW and loved fishing, crabbing, clamming, & camping. He was the proud captain of the Cygnet, a 24' Coronado sailboat. For Vince, sailing was almost as good as flying. Unfortunately his crew, wife Bonnie and son James, were often terrorized by his idea of pure sailing (avoid using the motor at all costs!). Upon retirement Vince and Bonnie purchased a 5th wheel, donned their official "snow birds" hats and traveled back and forth to CA and AZ for several winters. Once again Vince was the pilot and Bonnie his fearless navigator, meeting new friends and enjoying the side trips to Mexico and casinos along the way. They traveled to Hong Kong and cruised the Caribbean, but Hawaii was his favorite place to share with good friends and family. These last 5 years Vince stayed close to heart and home with 5-year old grandson Christopher and great-granddaughters Amelia, Madeline and Elisabeth. Survivors include his wife, Bonnie; daughters: Cathie Ledray-Senff and husband Tony Senff of Mount Vernon; Susan and husband Larry Murray of Bellingham; Vicki and husband Jim Grabicki of Pt. Townsend; and son James and wife Heather Ledray of Bellingham; four grandchildren and three great-grandchildren; brothers William Ledray and wife Esther of Seattle; Patrick Ledray of Seattle; sister Nellie
Ledray of Nanaimo, B.C., and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents and half-brother, Alvin Beacham. A private family graveside service will be held on June 23, 2004 at Greenacres Moles Cemetery. The family would like to thank the staff of Whatcom Hospice and Visiting Angels and especially, Dr. James Major, Lora, Debbie and Connie for all of their caring help and support.
LEDUC, David P. - A memorial service for David Paul Leduc of Everson will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at Ten Mile Grange, with the Rev. Joel DeBoer officiating. A potluck will follow at the family home, 215 Mission Road. Mr. Leduc died Monday, Sept. 27, 1999, at his home. He was 45. Mr. Leduc was born Aug. 2, 1954, to Lois and Fred Leduc in Worcester, Mass. Mr. Leduc worked as a farmer most of his life, and most recently worked at the Plagerman and DeGroot dairy farms. He enjoyed farming, gardening, fishing, gun collecting and mushrooming. Survivors include his companion, Victoria Smiley, of the family home son David P. Leduc Jr. of Sumas, daughter Claire A. Leduc of Oxford, Mass., brothers Michael, Mark and Timmy Leduc, all of Oxford, sisters Susan and Linda Brown, both of Oxford, grandmother Ruth Leduc of Oxford and many other relatives. Arrangements are by Jerns Funeral Chapel.
LEE, Anna, 83, a longtime local resident, died Monday (Nov. 23, 1987) in Bellingham. Mrs. Lee, 700 32nd St., was born July 28, 1904 in Maple Falls. Survivors include a sister, Frances Dunn of New Westminster, B.C. and numerous nieces and nephews. Graveside services are set for 3 p.m. Wednesday at Greenacres Memorial Park. Arrangements are by Jones Funeral Home.
LEE, Clarence F., 62, Tacoma, a social services administrator, died Sunday (Dec. 11, 1983)at a Seattle hospital. He was born Oct. 26, 1921, in Ferndale, and lived in Tacoma for many years. He was administrator of Pierce County Social Services. He is survived by his wife Marcia, two sons, one stepson, one daughter, one stepdaughter, one brother, two sisters, two grandchildren and one step-grandchild. Cremation will be at Greenacres Memorial Park. The committal of ashes will be at 11:30 a.m. Wednesday at Woodlawn Cemetery in Ferndale, with Rev. Robert E. Johnson officiating. Arrangements will be by Moles Funeral Home.
LEE, Debra G. - The funeral for Debra G. Lee will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday in Jones-Moles Funeral Home, 322 E. Holly St. The Rev. David Korsen and the Rev. Jeff Morrissette of Fourth Corner Community Church will officiate. Burial will be in Greenacres Memorial Park. Mrs. Lee, 39, of Bellingham, died Saturday, March 28, 1992. She was born Aug. 7, 1952 in California to Charles and Rita Parham. She was employed as a secretary. Survivors include her dear friend David Oakley. Arrangements are by Jones-Moles Funeral Home.
LEE, Elmer C. - A graveside service for Elmer C. Lee of Bellingham, will be at 11 a.m. Friday at Greenacres Memorial Park conducted by Lynden Masonic Lodge No. 56, F&AM. Mr. Lee died Tuesday, Sept. 29, 1998, at St. Joseph Hospital. He was 81. Born March 31, 1917 to Charles and Caroline Mohl Lee in Prosser, he lived in Whatcom County for 70 years. He married Florence Torgerson Nov. 1, 1958, in Vancouver, Wash. He was a member of Lynden Lodge No. 56, F&AM, and the Experimental Aircraft Association in Bellingham and enjoyed flying airplanes. Survivors include his wife of the family home; sons, Floyd Lee of Vancouver, Wash., David Lee of Washington, Charles Lee of California and Charles Torgerson of Italy; daughter, Judy Aanestad of Bellingham; sisters, Virginia Belka and Mildred Buatte, both of Bellingham; 10 grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and many other relatives.
LEE, Florence J., age 84, of Bellingham, passed away March 4, 2004 in Bellingham. She was born April 8, 1919 in Bellingham to Charles E. and Bessie (Larrabee) Maxwell. Mrs. Lee was a member of the Eastern Star for over 50 years. Preceded in death by her husband Elmer Lee. Survived by her daughter Judy Aanestad & husband Emil of Bellingham, sons Charles D. Torgerson & wife Oriella of Italy and Floyd C. Lee & wife JoAnn of Vancouver, WA, sister-in-law Millie Buatte & husband Ed, seven grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. A funeral service will be held Thurs., March 11, 1 p.m. in Greenacres|Moles Funeral Home Chapel with OES Maple Leaf Chapter #58 officiating. Greenacres|Moles Funeral Home Cemetery.
LEE, Grace E. - A memorial service for Grace E. Lee of Ferndale will be at 2 p.m. today at Full Gospel Fellowship Church. Burial will be in Enterprise Cemetery. Mrs. Lee of 5873 Azalea Ave. died Thursday, March 30, 1995, at home. She was 74. Born June 5, 1920 to James and Ethel Benson Brothers in Superior, Wis., she lived in Ballard before moving to Ferndale seven months ago. She attended Philadelphia Church in Seattle for many years and was involved in various women's ministries. Mrs. Lee was preceded in death by her sister, Doris Stordahl, in December. Survivors include daughter Sally A. Stump of Ferndale, brother James E. Brothers of San Diego, two grandchildren, two great-grandchildren and numerous other relatives. Arrangements are by Moles Funeral Home.
LEE, Ina Small, age 94, of Bellingham, passed away May 16, 2006, in Bellingham. Ina was born January 6, 1912, in Deming, Washington, to Alvin and Annie Small. She grew up on the Baer homestead and lived in Whatcom County all her life. Preceding Ina in death were her parents; brothers Warren and Herbert Small; sisters Loretta Hughes and Eunice Merritt; son Donald V. Lee; great-grandson Jeremy Unger; and son-in-law Hershel Linton. Ina is survived by her son Bert (Linda) Lee; daughter Shirley Linton; daughter-in-law Elsie Lee; brother Marvin (Alberta) Small; nine grandchildren, Craig Linton, Laurie Stone, Cindy Milot, Sherrie Mensel, Donna Chapin, Deanna deBoer, Steven Lee, Shawn Lee, and Shannon Pedraza; 13 great-grandchildren; and 2 great-great-grandchildren. Ina will be most remembered for her strong love and commitment to family and her love for gardening and flowers. She was always giving, so her memory can be best kept alive by following her example of giving and sharing. Ina's family gives special thanks to Evergreen North Cascade Rehabilitation Center for the care given to Ina. Graveside services will be held at 9:45 am Friday, May 19, 2006 at Woodlawn Cemetery, Ferndale.
LEE, Leslie Allen - A memorial service for Leslie Allen Lee will be held Tuesday at 1 p.m., at Westford Funeral Home. A member of a pioneer Bellingham family, Judge Lee died suddenly Wednesday. A life-time Bellingham resident, he was the son of Leola and Fonsey Lee and grandson of P. P. Lee, early Bellingham businessman. Judge Lee was born Nov. 15, 1928, and attended Lincoln and Lowell elementary schools, Fairhaven Junior High School, Menlo High School (Menlo Park, Calif.), and was graduated from Bellingham High School. A graduate of Western Washington University and the University of Washington School of Law, he served as a Whatcom County deputy prosecuting attorney, Bellingham City Attorney and Whatcom County District Judge. He was president of the Lee Grocery Co., Everett, the state's oldest wholesale grocery company. Judge Lee loved music, the theatre, knowledge, his family and friends. He was a very generous man and an ardent U.W. Huskies Football supporter. He was a member of Our Saviour's Lutheran Church, Bellingham, the State Bar Association, Mensa Society, Washington Athletic Club and Elks Club. He is survived by his wife, Britt Marie, at home; son, Leslie Jr., Bellingham; daughters, Marian Lee, Tacoma, and Carolyn Lee and husband Mark Robaidek, of Seattle; two grandchildren, Ingrid and Anna Robaidek; numerous cousins, nieces, nephews and godchildren. Westford Funeral Home and Cremation Services.
LEE, Lorentz G. "Al" passed away in Bellingham on October 26, 2004. He was 89, born July 10, 1915 in North Dakota to Louis and Gurine (Nelson) Lee. Al was a commercial fisherman for 45 years, and a member of Jehovah's Witness for 19 years. He is survived by his wife of 37 years, Arlene; sons, Jim Lee, Wayne Lee; daughters, Sandra Rohrich, Joan Miller, Dyan Ewing, Cheryl Barbre; step-daughter, Jeanne Crain; step-sons, Russell Newell, Gary Newell, Mike Newell; 16 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; numerous nieces & nephews. A memorial service will be held Friday, October 29, at 7 p.m., at Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witness on Birchwood Avenue in Bellingham. Greenacres|Moles Funeral Home.
LEE, Marian E., age 47, of 1900 H St., passed away Fri., Nov 25th, (1977). A nurses aide at Villa Care
Convalescent Center, Mrs. Lee was life resident of B'ham and had attended Our Savior's Lutheran Church. Surviving are her husband Peter. 2 sons: Gregory Sapp of Mt. Vernon and Kevin Sapp at home. 2 daughters: Mrs. Gerrie Page of city, and Mrs. Kathy Miriels of Seattle. Her mother, Mrs. Vivian Whiteley of city. 2 sisters: Mrs. Joanne Eaton of High Ridge Missouri and Mrs. Ilene Peterson of city. 4 grandchildren. Numerous Nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be conducted by Rev. Leonard C. Ericksen, Mon. Nov. 28th at 3 p.m. at the Jones Funeral Home. Cremation at Greenacres Crematorium.
LEE, Mary Lynn - A memorial service for Mary Lynn Lee will be at 1 p.m. Friday at Hillcrest Chapel. Mrs. Lee died after a six-year battle with cancer Tuesday, Aug. 4, 1998. She was 53. She was born March 1, 1945. She was employed by Family Health Associates, and she enjoyed birdwatching. Survivors include parents John and Jenny Pope of Port Townsend; husband Rick of Bellingham; daughters Brenda, Becky, Missy and Maria, all of Bellingham; brother John of Port Angeles; two grandchildren; and two nephews. Arrangements are by Jerns Funeral Chapel.
LEE, Paul N. - Visitation for Paul N. Lee of Lynden will be 1 to 9 p.m. Thursday at Gillies Funeral Home in Lynden. A funeral will be at 1 p.m. Friday at Marietta Community Church with the Rev. Fred Bengen officiating. Burial will follow in Woodlawn Cemetery. Mr. Lee of 918 Edson Street died Sunday, Dec. 4, 1994 as the result of injuries sustained in a recreational accident. He was 23. Born July 18, 1971 to John and Gerri Lofton Lee in Madestone-Kent, England, he moved to Lynden in 1987. He married Jeana Dart on Feb. 2, 1991 in Lynden. A welder, Mr. Lee owned and operated Performance Trailers on Cedarville Road in Everson. He attended Marietta Community Church. He enjoyed fishing and driving his dune buggy, "Odessy," which he built himself. Survivors include his wife of the family home; son Caleb B. Lee and daughter Torrie E. Lee, also of the family home; his mother, Gerri Lofton of Marysville; his father, John Lee of Seattle; sister Jennifer Lee of Everett; grandparents Nelda Lofton of Oklahoma and Norman and Lillian Lee of England; and numerous other relatives.
LEE, Rickey Jon - A memorial service for Rickey Jon Lee of Ferndale will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday at Northlake Community Church in Bellingham, with Michael Franco officiating. Mr. Lee died Monday, Oct. 23, 2000, at his home. He was 52. Born March 28, 1948, to Ralph and Joyce Lee in Honolulu, he grew up in Blaine and attended Blaine High School. Mr. Lee served in the U.S. Army for three years. In 1974, he met and married Mary Lynn Pope. An avid New York Giants fan, his interests included tae kwon do, motorcycle drag racing and jazz music. His true passion was his faith in God. His wife, infant twin sons, parents and brother George Lee died previously. Survivors include daughters Becky and Missy Lee, both of Bellingham, Brenda Mitchell of Ferndale and Maria Lee of Everett brother Ralph Lee of Seattle and three grandchildren. Arrangements are by Jerns Funeral Chapel.
LEE, Robert E., Jr., 56, of Bellingham, passed away Sat., Feb. 1, 2003 in Bellingham. Born Jan. 9, 1947 in Juneau, AK. Memorial service will be held Thurs. Feb. 6, 2 p.m. at Living Water Fellowship, 4767 Guide Meridian Rd., Bellingham. Greenacres|Moles Funeral Home.
LEE, Robert E. III, age 35, memorial service June 12, 10 a.m. at Living Water Fellowship. Greenacres Funeral Home.
LEE, Victoria L. died on December 7, 2005 at her home in Park, Washington after a long battle with cancer. Vicki was born on March 16, 1940 to Joseph and Mary Franz, who preceded her in death. She worked many years as a finance manager for General Electric Credit in Alaska before returning to Whatcom County. Vicki was well-known for her outgoing personality and concern for other people. She was a popular transporter at St. Lukes Hospital and was a volunteer for the Special Olympics. She was best known to Whatcom residents as the cheery demo lady at Albertson's market, where she was always ready with good food and a loving hug. Vicki was especially fond of the outdoors, and treasured her visits to the Washington coast, where she enjoyed walking the beach and listening to the sound of the breaking waves. She is survived by her loving husband James R. Lee, stepson Daniel R. Lee, and grandson Sebastian R. Lee, all of Washington State. She also leaves behind sisters Mary Jo Wheatley and Nancy Bauer, brothers Bill Franz and Mel Eyler, several nieces and nephews as well as great grandnieces and nephews, all of Cincinnati, Ohio. Vicki will be deeply missed by those whose lives she touched. At her request there is no service. [aka Victoria L. Robb-Lee]
LEECH, Jack - A graveside service for Jack Leech of Bellingham will be at 1 p.m. Friday at Woodlawn Cemetery. Mr. Leech died Monday, May 19, 1997, in Bellingham. He was 74. Born April 12, 1923, to Earl and Marie Dodge Leech in Carter, Mo., he lived in Bellingham for 56 years. A truck driver, Mr. Leech enjoyed camping, fishing and animals. He was preceded in death by his wife, Joan, in 1992, and grandson Roland Kauweloa Jr. Survivors include daughters Susan Tyler and Jo Dallas, both of Bellingham, Karen Chartrand of Florida and Sharon Kauweloa of Waikiki, Hawaii; son Willard Leech of Bellingham; six grandchildren; and one great-grandchild. Arrangements are by Jones-Moles Funeral Home.
LEECH, Joan C., 69, of 1815 Old Fairhaven Parkway died on Saturday, Jan. 11, 1992 at her residence. She was born on Aug. 18, 1922, in Bellingham. She was a lifetime resident of the community who was graduated in 1940 from Bellingham High School. Mrs. Leech was a member of Job's Daughters for more than two decades and the Bellingham YWCA. She was an avid fan of the Bellingham Mariners. Survivors include: her husband, Jack Leech of the family home; daughters, Karen Chartrand of Northport, Fla.; Sharon Kauweloa of Oahu, Hawaii; and Susan Tyler and Jo Lynn Dallas of Bellingham; son Willard Leech of Bellingham; sister Jean Schooler of Oak Harbor; and five grandchildren. One grandchild died previously. A memorial service will be at 1 p.m. Wednesday at Jones-Moles Funeral Home, with the Rev. Al Currier of Bellingham Advent Christian Church officiating. Ashes will be placed at Woodlawn Cemetery.
LEEDY, Clifford E. "Doc", age 86, of Bellingham, passed away Wed., June 9, 1993 in Bellingham. He was born Jan. 29, 1907 in Santa Barbara, CA to Albert E. and Lula Leedy. He graduated from University of Southern California with a B.A. in Music Education, Organ being the Primary; playing trombone in Trojan Band; received PhD in Music Education from University of Washington; and worked for Forest Service during summers. Dr. Leedy accepted what was to have been a temporary job in Jan. 1942 and never returned to Calif. for employment. He was Band Director at Bellingham High School; part time Music Superintendent, which lasted until Sehome High School was built, then became full time Superintendent whose bands played in Victoria, Vancouver, B.C., Calgary Stampede, University of Washington Games, Pasadena Rose Bowl Parade, and Disneyland. As Superintendent, he designed a well balanced music program in all the schools, in all phases with equal strength in Elementary, Junior High and High School, in vocal, band and orchestral groups. Retired in 1972; Mayor designated May 10, 1972, "Doc Leedy Day" member of DARE (then the Department of Area Recreation and Entertainment); eight years was director of the July 4 program for the Mayor of Bellingham which was called "Red, White and Hullabaloo." In his retirement he frequented the "Sour Notes Eating Ensemble," a lunch group comprised of local retired music teachers. He married Dorothy Eleanor Dowling who preceded him in death in 1989. He is survived by three daughters, Jai Swyter of Virginia; Patricia Leedy of Bellingham; Upasna Bernet of Ohio; and son, Piyush Swami of Ohio. A memorial service will be held Wed., June 16, 1 p.m. at First Presbyterian Church in Bellingham with Rev. Harvey Petersen officiating. Interment will be at Greenacres Memorial Park. Arrangements by Greenacres Funeral Home.
LEEDY, Dorothy E. - Former secondary school teacher Dorothy E. Leedy, 310 Highland Drive, died Saturday (Nov. 4, 1989) at St. Joseph Hospital Main Campus. She was 77. Memorial services will be at 3 p.m. Monday at St. James Presbyterian Church, with the Rev. John Tritenback officiating. Cremation will be by Greenacres Crematorium. Born Feb. 3, 1912 in Portland, Ore., Mrs. Leedy had been a resident of Whatcom County since 1941. She taught secondary school for more than 40 years and was a world traveler. Leedy was a member of St. James Presbyterian Church, Bellingham Soroptimist Club and Delta Kappa Gamma, a professional women's organization. She was active in People-to-People, a high school student ambassador program, and with foreign students at Western Washington University. Leedy is survived by her husband, Dr. Clifford E. Leedy of the family home; three daughters, Jai Swyter of Virginia, Patricia Leedy of Bellingham and Upasna Bernet of Ohio; a son Piyush Swami of Ohio; a brother, Don Dowling of Hoodsport; and two sisters, Helen Long of California and Ruth Dowling of Hawaii. Arrangements are by Greenacres Memorial Park and Funeral Home.
LEEN, Esther M. of Bellingham, WA, passed away Thursday, January 1, 2009 in Bellingham. She was 82, born on September 26, 1926 in Rock Rapids, Iowa to John and Johanna (Van Ommeren) Medema. Esther was raised in Whatcom County and graduated from Lynden High School. She loved gardening, handcrafts and cooking. Esther was preceded in death by her husband W. E. Leen in 1989 and is survived by her son, Larry and wife Sandee Leen; grandchildren, Brittnee and Nathan Leen; brother-in-law, Col. Gerald Leen; sister-in-law, Janet Leen and numerous nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be held 2:00 p.m., Saturday, January 10th at Faith Reformed Church, 612 Liberty St. in Lynden. A private committal was held at Greenacres Memorial Park. Moles Family Funeral Homes & Crematory Bayview Chapel-Bellingham.
LEEN, Wilfred E. - Graveside services for Wilfred E. Leen, 70, a retired locomotive engineer, will be 1 p.m. Wednesday at Greenacres Memorial Park. A memorial service will be 2 p.m. Wednesday at Faith Reformed Church in Lynden, with the Rev. Dick Vriesman officiating. Visitation will be until 8 p.m. today and 9 a.m.-noon Wednesday at Jones Funeral Home. Mr. Leen, 3014 Cedarwood Ave., died Sunday (May 21, 1989) in Bellingham. He was born Aug. 7, 1918, in Saskatchewan and was raised in Whatcom County. He retired after more than 38 years of working for the Milwaukee Road railroad. He was a member of Faith Reformed Church. Survivors include his wife, Esther; a son, Larry of Bellingham; two grandchildren; two brothers, G. A. Leen of Belfair and Robert Leen of Sumas; and a sister, Jeanette Henderson of Lawrence. Arrangements are by Jones Funeral Home.
LEENDERS, Daniel Jay - A memorial service for Daniel Jay Leenders of Kent will be at 1 p.m. Saturday at Nooksack Valley Reformed Church in Nooksack, with the Rev. Chuck Kleinhesselink officiating. Another funeral service was held May 23 in Washington Memorial Cemetery in Seattle. Mr. Leenders was found stabbed to death Thursday, May 19, (2000) at his home. He was 47. A police investigation is ongoing. Born Nov. 26, 1952, to Ralph and Leona (Geleynse) Leenders in Bellingham, he graduated from Lynden Christian Schools and Peterson School of Business in Seattle. On July 25, 1981, he married Laurie Sevruk in Seattle. Mr. Leenders worked for the Milwaukee Railroad until its closure. He then worked for Boeing Co. until his death. His mother and brother Randy Leenders died previously. Survivors include his wife and children Rachel and Brian Leenders, all of the family home; father Ralph Leenders and his wife, Goldie, of Everson; sisters Donna Lautenbach of Everson, Sandy Visser of Sumas and Linda Leenders of Toronto, Ontario; and many nieces, nephews and other relatives.
LEENDERS, Gerrit - Services for Gerrit Leenders of Lynden will begin at 1 p.m. Thursday at Greenacres Funeral Home Chapel with burial to follow in Greenacres Memorial Park near Ferndale. Mr. Leenders died Friday, April 20, 2001, at St. Joseph Hospital of complications related to pneumonia. He was 82. Born Dec. 6, 1918, near Lynden to Tony and Cora (DenAdel) Leenders, he was an avid gardener, videographer and Seattle Mariners fan. Mr. Leenders operated a poultry and dairy farm at Nooksack and was employed by Great Western Lumber Co. of Everson until retiring in 1982. He served in the U.S. Army Infantry in Europe during World War II, earning the classification of Expert Marksman. He married Joan Blandford on Aug. 5, 1943, in Winchcombe, England. She died 1994. An infant daughter, stillborn during World War II, and a sister, Alice McGarry of Palm Springs, Calif., also died previously. Survivors include his wife, Vijay (Rani) Leenders, whom he married on March 16, 1995, and stepson Inderjeet Leenders of Lynden; two sons John Leenders of Lynden and Jim Leenders of Ogden, Utah; five brothers, Pete Leenders of Lynden, Ralph Leenders of Everson, Bill Leenders of Sutherlin, Ore., Dick Leenders of Maryland and Henry Leenders of Seattle; and two sisters, Evelyn Hovde of Bellingham and Gertrude Karen of Arlington. Arrangements are by Greenacres Funeral Home near Ferndale.
LEENDERS, Hilda - Visitation for Hilda Leenders, 85, a Whatcom County resident since the 1930s, will be from 5 and 9 p.m. today and from 9 a.m. to noon Thursday at Gillies Funeral Home in Lynden. Graveside services will be at 1 p.m. Thursday at Monumenta Cemetery, with the Rev. Jeff Morrissette officiating. Mrs. Leenders, 2314 Mount Baker Highway, died Tuesday (Sept. 27, 1988) at a Bellingham hospital. She was born June 29, 1903, in the Netherlands. She married Dirk Leenders on March 23, 1928 [sic] in Ladner, British Columbia and the couple later moved to Whatcom County. He died in 1987. She was a nurse's aide at St. Francis Nursing Home for 22 years and was a member of New Life Fellowship in Bellingham. Survivors include four daughters, Greta Bovenkamp of Lynden, Irene Leenders of Everson, Henrietta Bohannon of San Augustine, Texas, and Fran Wahl of Annapolis, Md.; a brother, Carl Kelderman of Preston, a sister, Gre Drent-Kelderman of Holland; 17
grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren; and numerous other relatives.
LEENDERS, Joan, age 71, of Lynden, passed away Thurs., Dec. 1, 1994 at home. She was born Jan. 13, 1923 in Winchcombe, England to John and Ella (Ashwin) Blandford. She married Gerrit Leenders on Aug. 5, 1943 at Winchcombe and was born again in 1947 at Lynden. Mrs. Leenders was employed as a teacher in England prior to her marriage; cared for foster children; and helped operate her family's dairy farm at Nooksack. She was an avid gardener, winning two of Lynden's residential landscaping awards in the mid-1980's. Survivors are her husband Gerrit of the family home; sons John and wife Tracye of Lynden and James and wife Lisa of Sacramento, CA; brother Ken Blandford of Greet England; uncle Steve Ashwin of Toddington, England; and numerous nieces and nephews. Visitation will be at Greenacres Funeral Home, Mon., Dec. 5, 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Funeral Services will be held Tues., Dec. 6, 2:00 p.m. at Greenacres Funeral Home Chapel. Officiating will be Mr. Donald Kazen and Mr. Matthew Murphy. Burial will follow at Greenacres Memorial Park.
LEENDERS, Leona Mae, 59, 7332 Nooksack Road, Everson, died Tuesday (Feb. 12, 1985) at a local hospital. She was born Jan. 19, 1926, in Lynden. She married Ralph Leenders in Lynden on Nov. 10, 1943, and was a lifelong resident of Whatcom County. Mrs. Leenders was a homemaker for 15 years on a dairy farm in the Everson area until 1958, when her husband became a television repairman. She was a member of Everson Christian Reformed Church and of the church's Martha Society. Surviving in addition to her husband are three daughters, Donna Lautenbach of Everson, Linda Leenders of Toronto, Ont., and Sandra Visser of Sumas; a son, Daniel, of Kent; eight grandchildren; her mother, Dena Geleynse of Nooksack; three brothers, Conrad Geleynse of Nooksack, Rene Geleynse of Bellingham and Chris Geleynse of Everson; three sisters, Dena Poortinga of Everson, Johanna VanderPol of Mount Vernon and Cora Eshuis of Mount Vernon; and numerous nieces and nephews. Another son, Randy, died in 1977. Visitation will be up to 9 p.m. today and from 9 a.m. to noon, Friday, at Gillies Funeral Home. Burial will be at 1:15 p.m., Friday, in Monumenta Cemetery. A memorial service will be
held at 2 p.m., Friday, in Everson Christian Reformed Church, with the Rev. Carl Leep officiating.
LEENDERS, Peter Henry, age 89, of Lynden, passed away June 29, 2005, at his home. He was surrounded by his family. Peter was born on June 27, 1916 in Everson to Tony and Cora Leenders. He married his wife, Wilma McPhail, on April 7, 1938 in Bellingham. He was a dairy farmer for most of his life. Peter was preceded in death by his brother, Gerrit; and his sister, Alice. He is survived by his loving wife Wilma of 67 years; son Gary (Penny); daughter Carol (Bob); grandson Glen (Darlene); great-grandchildren, Marisa and Cory; brothers Hank, Ralph, Dick and Bill; sisters Gertrude and Evelyn; sisters-in-law, Beryl and Phyllis; numerous nieces, nephews and friends. A funeral service will be held Wednesday, July 6, at 1:00 p.m., at Greenacres Moles Funeral Home. Greenacres | Moles Funeral Home.
LEENDERS, Randy Lee, DDS, age 26 of 20714 76th Ave. West, Edmonds, passed away suddenly Wed., Feb.
23, (1977) in Seattle. A life time Whatcom County resident. Randy was a 1968 graduate of Lynden Christian High School and graduated from the University of Washington in 1972 and from the University of Washington Dental School in 1976. He had been employed at the Stevens Dental Clinic in Edmonds since Sept. of 1976 and had also been affiliated with the Everson Christian Reformed Church. He is survived by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Leenders of Everson; 3 sisters, Mrs. Ralph (Donna) Lautenbach of Everson, Miss Linda Leenders of Brampton, Ontario and Mrs. Sandra (Jerald) Visser of Sumas; a brother, Daniel J. in Seattle and his grandmothers, Mrs. Cora Leenders of Lynden and Mrs. Dena Geleynse of Custer and a niece and nephew. Funeral services will be conducted Friday, Feb. 25 at 2 p.m. in the Everson Christian Reformed Church with Rev. Duane Tinklenberg and Rev. Harrison Harnden officiating. Interment will follow in Monumenta Cemetery. Services are under the direction of the Gillies Funeral Home, Lynden.
LEENSTRA, Fred - Services for former Buffalo Corner Church pastor Fred Leenstra, 88, be at 1 p.m. Wednesday at Greenacres Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will be at Greenacres Memorial Park. Mr. Leenstra, of 2319 Humboldt, died Sunday (Dec. 2, 1990) in a Bellingham nursing home. He was born May 19, 1902, in Workum, the Netherlands, to Hendrick and Bens Leenstra. A resident of Lynden and Bellingham since 1937, Mr. Leenstra was a member of the Geneva Community Church. In the mid-40s, he was pastor of a church at Buffalo Corner, and for many years ministered to seamen of many nations at the Port of Bellingham. He was the director of the Bellingham Seamen's Center. His wife, Agnes, died in 1985. Arrangements are by Jones-Moles Funeral Home.
LEENSTRA, Marlene Susan - Visitation or Marlene Susan Leenstra of Bellingham will be from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sunday at Jones-Moles Funeral Home. A funeral will be at 1 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home with the Rev. Leonard C. Ericksen officiating. A gathering of friends and family at Bellingham Senior Activity Center, 315 Halleck, immediately following service. Burial will be in Enterprise Cemetery. Mrs. Leenstra of 2319 Humboldt St. died Friday, April 14, 1995, at home. She was 39. Born Aug. 25, 1955 to Mallo and Bernice Fjeld in Martinez, Calif., she lived in Bellingham for 35 years. Mrs. Leenstra worked at the Whatcom County Parks and Recreation Department. She was a former member of Local No. 231 of the Teamsters union. She was preceded in death by her father. Survivors include her husband, John Leenstra, of Bellingham; sons Nicholas Leenstra, James Leenstra and Carey Allen Grube, all of Bellingham; mother Bernice Bates and stepfather Prosper Bates of Bellingham; brothers Bruce Haaland of Lynden and Raymond Haaland of Fargo, ND; and numerous other relatives.
LEER, Emmett A. - Graveside services for Emmett A. Leer, 82, of 3076 H Street Road, Blaine, will be at 1 p.m. Friday at Greenacres Cemetery. A memorial service will follow at 1:30 p.m. Friday at Redeemer Lutheran Church with the Rev. Richard Husman officiating. Mr. Leer, who retired in 1971 as a house painter, died Tuesday (July 23, 1991) at St. Joseph Hospital Main Campus. He was born June 18, 1909 in LaMoure, ND and moved to Blaine in 1955 from California. He married Hilda Kinnischtzke on Aug. 5, 1936 in Aberdeen, SD. Mr. Leer was a member of Redeemer Lutheran Church and the Eagles Lodge. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and shooting pool. Survivors include his wife Hilda Leer, of the family home; sons Conrad Leer and Gary Leer, both of Blaine, and Calvin leer of Seattle; brothers John Leer of Wenatchee and Fred Leer of Oakton, VA; sisters Martha Stevens of Bothell, Stella Robinson of Conconully, and Frances Stevens and Kathryn Ferris, both of Las Vegas; and five grandchildren. Arrangements are by Jerns McKinney Funeral Chapel.
LEER, Hilda Anna - A graveside service for Hilda Anna (Kinnischtzke) Leer of Blaine will be at 1 p.m. Thursday at Greenacres Memorial Park near Ferndale, followed by a 2 p.m. memorial service at Redemeer Lutheran Church, with the Rev. Richard Hussman officiating. Mrs. Leer died Sunday, Jan. 28, 2001, in Blaine. She was 89. Born Dec. 27, 1911, to Carl and Barbara (Ding) Kinnischtzke in Gen Ulin, N.D., she had lived in Blaine since 1955. Mrs. Leer was a member of Redeemer Lutheran Church. She enjoyed quilting, crocheting and knitting. She also enjoyed her flower and vegetable gardens. Survivors include sons Conrad and Gary Leer, both of Blaine, and Calvin Leer of Seattle brothers Arthur, Ernest and Werner, all of North Dakota sisters Laura Hassebrock of Ferndale, Renata Swackhamner of Bremerton and Tekla Holt of Gig Harbor five grandchildren three great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. Arrangements are by Jerns-McKinney Funeral Chapel of Blaine.
LEFEBVRE, Annie F. - Homemaker Annie F. Lefebvre, 77, of 2216 Elizabeth St., died Wednesday (Jan. 13, 1988) in Bellingham. She was born in Estavan (sic), Saskatchewan, Canada, and lived in Seattle for 30 years before moving to Bellingham in 1982. Her grandson, Brook Trecker of Bellingham, died last year. Survivors include her husband, Valmore Lefebvre of the family home; a daughter, Diane Trecker of Bellingham; a brother, Harvey Person of Seattle; a sister, Ellen Russell of Seattle; and a granddaughter. At her request, no services will be held. The body will be cremated and the ashes placed in Greenacres Memorial Park. Arrangements are by Whatcom Cremation Association.
LEFEBVRE, Valmore J. - At his request, no services will be held for Valmore J. Lefebvre, 83, of 2147 Lummi Shore Road, a member of Sunrise Lions Club who died Friday (Dec. 1, 1989). He was born April 5, 1906 in Ontario, Canada.
He moved to Whatcom County seven years ago from Seattle. Mr. Lefebvre's wife, Annie, died in 1988 and a grandson, Brook Trecker died in 1986. Survivors include a daughter, Diane M. Trecker, of Bellingham; two sisters, Elyane Ford and Ceila Warner of Port Hueneme, Calif.; a granddaughter and a great-grandson. Arrangements are by the Whatcom Cremation Association.
LEFLER, Clifford R., age 39 of 1283 Marine, Drive, passed away Tuesday, December 21, (1965). Mr. Lefler had been a life resident of Bellingham, was a member of the Church of the Assumption and was a shop electrician. He leaves to survive his wife, Millicent; 1 son, Clifford R.; 2 daughters, Kathy and Lennette; his mother, Mrs. Armane Lefler, all of this city; his father, Leonard W. of San Diego; his grandmother, Mrs. Maggie Ann Lefler, city. Christian prayer services will be held Wednesday, December 22 at 7:30 p.m. in the Chapel of the Westford Funeral Home. Requiem mass will be offered Thursday, December 23 at 9:30 a.m in the Church of the Assumption.
LEFLER, Clifford R. of Alger died Thursday, Sept. 29, 1994, near Oak Harbor in an automobile accident. He was 24. A memorial service will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday at Hulbush Funeral Home in Burlington. Private inurnment will be in Woodlawn Cemetery. Born May 19, 1970 to Clifford R. Lefler and Donna Ellingson Lefler in Bellingham, he lived here until moving to Port Angeles in 1979. He graduated from Port Angeles High School in 1988. He moved to Skagit County in 1990 and attended Skagit Valley College in Mount Vernon. He was a disc jockey at Cascade Pizza in Mount Vernon and also worked at radio station KJTT in Oak Harbor. Survivors include his fiancee, Kristi Fortier of Alger; son C. Maxwell Lefler of Alger; mother Donna Spencer and stepfather John Spencer of Alger; father Clifford Lefler of Bellingham and stepmother Marlyce Lefler of Bellingham; sisters Sherrie Koenig of Burlington and Connie Lefler and Tammy Brown, both of Mount Vernon; grandmother Alice Ellingson of Bellingham; and numerous other relatives. Arrangements are by Hulbush Funeral Home.
LEFLER, Dorothy E. of Bellingham died Wednesday, July 5, 1995, in Bellingham. She was 85. A graveside service will be at 10 a.m. Tuesday at Woodlawn Cemetery. Born June 23, 1910 to Wilmer and Jennie Cruikshank in Lynden, she lived in Whatcom County all her life. Survivors include daughter Marlene Lee of Ferndale; brother Lyle Pyeatt of San Jose, Calif.; two grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. Arrangements are by Jones-Moles Funeral Home.
LEFLER, Lois Elizabeth of Bellingham died Friday, July 15, 1994, at St. Joseph Hospital. She was 78. A memorial graveside service will be held in August. She was born Sept. 16, 1915, to John and Ethel Meakin Hallert in Bellingham. She married Leonard Lefler on July 12, 1941, in National Cit, Calif. They returned to Bellingham 51 years ago and lived here since. Mrs. Lefler was a member of the Lynden Senior Center, where she enjoyed knitting. She was preceded in death by her son, Robert Barter, in September 1972. Survivors include her husband of the family home; sister Velta Anderson of Renton; brother A. Fred Hallert of Arizona; and numerous other relatives. Arrangements are by Greenacres Funeral Home and Crematorium.
LeGALL, Beatrice Grace, 78, died Wednesday (Aug. 27, 1986) in Seattle. She had been a Bellingham resident for many years. Mrs. LeGall was born Jan. 9, 1908 in ass City, Mich. Survivors include three sisters, Vera Parks of Otis, Ore.; Blanche Jones of Seattle; and Ethel Mourer of Portland; and numerous nieces and nephews in Bellingham and the Northwest. Graveside services will be at 1 p.m. Wednesday at Woodlawn Cemetery in Ferndale. Memorial services will be at 1 p.m. Thursday at University Presbyterian Church, Seattle. Arrangements are being handled by Bonney-Watson Funeral Home in Seattle.
LEGBANDT, William Donovan, age 80, of Bellingham, passed away Fri., Feb. 20, 1998, at Alderwood Park Convalescent Center. he was born June 19, 1917, in Seattle and had been a Whatcom County resident for 80 years. Mr. Legbandt worked as a commercial fisherman and boat builder for many years. He loved hunting, fishing, and was a member of First Advent Christian Church in Bellingham. He was preceded in death by his wife, Ursula Legbandt in Jan. of 1996. Survived by his stepson, Garth C. Mitchell in Bellingham. A memorial service will be held Thurs., Feb. 26, 1 p.m. at Greenacres Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Al Currier officiating.
LEGOE, Glen Walter, age 67, of Bellingham, WA, passed away Saturday, February 21, 2004 in Bellingham. Glen was born in Ferndale, WA on January 20, 1937 to Herbert and Edith (Steele) Legoe. He was preceded in death by his brother Charles Legoe in 1950 and his parents. Glen is survived by his wife Barbara; his four children, Tamera and husband Casey Moran, Charles and wife Joanna Legoe, Cynthia Legoe all of Bellingham, Teresa and husband Thomas McKernan of Lummi Island, WA; three step-children, Judy and husband Ken Shaeffer of Seattle, WA, Linda and husband Richard Gale of Bellingham, Diane and husband John Payter of Huston, TX; 12 grandchildren, three great grandchildren, and his uncle Glen C. Legoe of CA. A graveside service will be held 2:00 p.m. Friday, February 27, 2004 at Woodlawn Cemetery in Ferndale. Jones|Moles Funeral Home & Cremation Service.
LEGOE, Herbert S., age 85, of 2190 Washington Street, Ferndale, passed away Mon., Jan. 14, 1980. Mr. Legoe was a resident of Ferndale for the past 71 years. He attended Ferndale Schools and was a graduate of Wilson's Business College of Bellingham, Seattle Engineering School, and Coyne Electrical School of Chicago. He was engaged in the electrical business in Ferndale for over 30 years. He also served the Town of Ferndale as Clerk and Utility Collector and as Town Treasurer for over 22 years. In 1976 he published a book of poems. He served with the 91st Division of the A.E.F. in WW I and was wounded in action in France. Surviving are his son Glen of Colville 1 sister Mrs. Walter (Olive) Walberg of Ferndale, 1 brother Glen C. Legoe of Larkspur, CA, his grandchildren, Charles Legoe, Tamara Moran, Cynthia Legoe and Theresa Legoe, several other relatives. Funeral services will be Fri., Jan. 18, 1980 at 2 p.m. in Moles Funeral Chapel with Rev. Graham Hutchins officiating, followed by burial in Woodlawn Cemetery.
LEHMAN, Lois B. - Retired seamstress Lois B. Lehman, 81, of 2911 Texas St., died Tuesday (Nov. 5, 1991) at home. She was born to Dan and Clara Flom on May 2, 1910 in Pine River, Minn., moving 19 years ago to Bellingham from Brainard, Minn. Mrs. Lehman worked as a seamstress and model in the garment industry. She was a member of the Garment Worker's Union. She enjoyed crafts, travel, music, sewing, embroidery, crocheting and knitting. She enjoyed reading Western books and novels by Earl Stanley Gardner. Survivors include a son Dan Bajula of Minnesota; a stepson Edward of Minnesota; a daughter Betty Mortensen of Bellingham; a step-daughter Leona Palmer of Montana; four grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday and 9 am to noon Tuesday at the chapel of Jerns & LeVeck Funeral Chapel and Crematorium. A committal service will be at 1 pm Tuesday at Greenacres Cemetery with the Rev. Lawrence Guderian officiating. Arrangements are by Jerns & LeVeck.
LEHNERT, Sylvia DeForest, age 84 of Bellingham, WA, passed away Sept. 17, 2002 at Bellingham Health Care. She was born July 29, 1918 in Italy to Carol DeForest. Sylvia married Herman Lehnert in Juneau, AK in 1960. Sylvia was fluent in many foreign languages and was a Language Instructor. She was loved by her family and will be missed very much. Survived by her husband, Herman Lehnert of Bellingham nephews, Walter Lehnert and wife Mary and Louis Lehnert and wife Joan both of California sisters-in-law, Kathryn Joslin and Eva Moomey both of Michigan. Memorial services will be held at Westford Funeral Home Chapel 3:00 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 24, 2002 with Fr. Jay DeFolco Officiating.
LEIBRANT, Verna Mae - Visitation for Verna Mae Leibrant of Everson will be from 1 to 9 p.m. Wednesday at Gillies Funeral Home. A graveside service will be at 11 a.m. Thursday in Nooksack Cemetery with George Martin officiating. Mrs. Leibrant died Saturday, Jan. 25, 1997, at Christian Health Care Center. She was 93. Born Feb. 16, 1903, to Moses and Carrie Clinard Walmer in Michigan, she moved to the Nooksack area at the age of five. She married Lewis Leibrant on Sept. 21, 1920, in Bellingham. They owned and operated a dairy farm and logging business. Mrs. Leibrant was a member of the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses of Everson. She was preceded in death by her husband in 1976 and son Kenneth Leibrant in 1980. Survivors include daughters Irene Philliber and Clara Jacobson, both of Everson, Luella Bock of Ferndale, Mary Christenson and Emily Regnier, both of Bellingham, and Anna Bock of Marysville; sons Charles Leibrant of Ferndale, Vernon Leibrant and John Leibrant, both of Everson, and Donald Leibrant of Lacey; 42 grandchildren; 35 great-grandchildren; six great-great-grandchildren; and numerous other relatives.
LEIGHTON, Linwood "Lindy" H., age 83, of Ferndale, passed away Sun., Sept. 28, 2003 in Hawaii. He was born July 25, 1920 in Ferndale, the son of Millard and Emma (Swanberg) Leighton and had been a lifetime Whatcom County resident. Mr. Leighton served during WWII with the U.S. Army Paratroopers he went into the Battle of the Bulge in a glider. He married Val Stark in Bellingham in 1950. Mr. Leighton retired from the Bellingham School District in 1986 and was owner and operator of the Double L. Mobile Home Park for 33 years. Survived by his wife Val of the family home two sons, Lindy Scrimsher & wife Marianne of Ferndale and Michael Leighton of Las Vegas, NV daughter, Lynda Redmon & husband George of Ferndale sister, Shirley Gunther of Tucson, AZ five grandchildren three great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. Visitation will be Tues., Oct. 7, 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. at Greenacres| Moles Funeral Home. A graveside service will follow at 2 p.m. at Enterprise Cemetery in Ferndale. Officiating will be Pastor Louis Turner. Greenacres|Moles Funeral Home Cemetery & Crematorium.
LEININGER, Donna - Visitation for Donna Leininger of Bellingham will be from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday and 9 a.m. to noon Tuesday at Jerns Funeral Chapel. A vigil service will be at 7 p.m. Tuesday at Jerns Funeral Chapel. A funeral service will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral chapel, with the Rev. Frank Schuster officiating. Burial will follow in Woodlawn Cemetery. Mrs. Leininger died Thursday, Feb. 3, 2000. At the family's request, her age was not disclosed to The Herald. She was born to Daniel William and Travellito (DeBoyce) Donohue. Mrs. Leininger was a member of Assumption Catholic Church. Her husband, John Frank Leininger, died previously. Survivors include son John Daniel Leininger of Blaine, daughter Patricia Ann Bennink of Bellingham, six grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.
LEININGER, John F., 80, who had been a chef for the Horseshoe Cafe and the old Past Time Cafe and the Bellingham Hotel, died of leukemia Saturday (Sept. 26, 1987) at his home in Custer. Mr. Leininger, 8301 Stein Road, was born May 7, 1907 in Ohio, but had lived in Custer for the past 50 years. He was a member of the Assumption Roman Catholic Church, the Culinary Union, Local 451 for 40 years and the Ferndale Senior Center. He is survived by his wife Donna of the family home; a daughter Patricia Ann Bennink of Bellingham; a son John Leininger, Jr., of Blaine; a brother, Mark Leininger of Vancouver Island; and seven grandchildren. Prayer services will be at 7:30 p.m. today in the Jerns and LeVeck Funeral Chapel. Funeral services will be at 1 p.m. Wednesday in the chapel.
LEISKE, Anita Marie of Bellingham died Thursday, April 17, 1997, at St. Joseph Hospital. She was 69. At her request, no service will be held. Born Jan. 15, 1928, to Victor and Mary Fern Rozier Mendelson in Santa Barbara, Calif., she lived in Bellingham for four years after moving from California. She married Lloyd E. Leiske in San Francisco in 1962, and worked as a secretary for the San Francisco School District. Survivors include her husband and sons Eric Leiske of Everett and Sam Leiske of Camp Pendleton, Calif. Arrangements are by Jones-Moles Funeral Home.
LEISTIKO, Gordon Krist passed away Thursday, March 24, 2005 in Bellingham. He was born December 1, 1938 to Krist and Beatrice (Heinrichson) Leistiko in New Deal Montana. New Deal was one of 5 boom towns (no longer there) created by Pres. Roosevelt for the Ft. Peck Dam project. Gord's dad and mom were the first couple married in Ft. Peck and Gord's dad worked the dam and their wheat farm. After his death, they moved to Kalispell. Gord joined the Navy in 1956 and spent 10 years on active duty and 14 years in the reserve. He retired from Liberty Supply in 1998. He loved Montana, Sophia and Isabella, and Point Lawrence (Orcas Island) where he and Marna spent summers at their cabin. He was an avid salmon and steelhead fisherman. Preceding him in death were his parents and a brother, Duane. Gord is survived by his wife Marna (Ohlund) Leistiko; daughter, LeAnne (Bob)Vacca of Lake Tapps, WA; son, Gordon Leistiko of Bellingham; granddaughters, Sophia and Isabella Vacca of Lake Tapps; sister Lorraine Silsbee of Kalispell; one niece and two nephews; and numerous other relatives in Montana. Thanks so much to the angels at Hospice. A Celebration of Life will be held on Friday, April 1, from 12:00-3:00 p.m., at the Squalicum Boathouse at Squalicum Harbor, Zuanich Point Park. The family has requested for those who wish, to contribute a favorite hunting or fishing story to be shared during the Celebration of Life Tribute at Squalicum Boathouse.
LEISURE, Charles Leslie - A graveside service for Charles Leslie Leisure of 2222 Pacific St. will be at 1 p.m.
Wednesday at Greenacres Memorial Park with the Rev Otto Zylstra officiating. Members of Veterans of Foreign Wars
Post No. 1585 will participate. Mr. Leisure died at home Saturday Nov. 2, 1996. He was 55. Born Jun 20, 1941, to
Charles and Cassie Morse Leisure in Bellflower, IL, he moved to Whatcom County eight years ago. Mr. Leisure served in the U.S. Army. A welder, he enjoyed the outdoors and helping people. Survivors include his wife Linda of Bellingham; son Charles Leisure of Virginia Beach, VA; daughter Cassie Leisure of Virginia Beach; sisters Lilly Gillroy of Harvey, LA, and Barbara Leasure (sic) of Gaithersberg MD; and other relatives. Arrangements are by Jerns-LeVeck Funeral Chapel.
LEMAN, George Walter - Graveside services for George Walter Leman of Lynden will be 1 p.m. Tuesday at Saxon Cemetery with the Rev. Al Archer officiating. Mr. Leman died at home Wednesday, March 28, 2001. He was 67. Born June 7, 1933 in Massachusetts, he was raised and educated there until he entered the U.S. Army and served in the Korean War. After leaving the military, he worked and traveled in the United States. He came to Washington state 30 years ago. Mr. Leman worked on farms in Skagit and Whatcom counties, and worked for the past 20 years at Guide Meridian Consignment in Lynden. He leaves no known relatives. He will be greatly missed by family and friends of George and Carol Vrieling, with whom he made a home. Services are by Gillies Funeral Home.
LEMON, James Kendall, 48, beloved husband of Evelyn and father of Tracy and Jamie, passed away peacefully at his home in Seattle on Aug. 13, 1997. Mr. Lemon is survived by his wife and daughters; sisters, Marcia of Seattle and Maureen (Bill) Strain of Phoenix, AZ; brothers, Robert (Tricia) of Bellingham, David (Gina) of Albuquerque, NM. Michael of Seattle and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Dr. Jack and Roslyn Lemon of Prosser, WA. Memorial services Saturday, Aug. 16th at 4 p.m. at Evergreen-Washelli Funeral Home, with a reception following.
LEMPERES, Nicholas K., age 83, passed away in a local hospital Thurs. Dec. 28, 1978. Mr. Lemperes had been a resident of B'ham for the past 35 years and was a member of the St. Sophia Greek Orthodox Church and also the Ahepa Lodge. He leaves to survive 4 sons; Kon Lemperes, Nick Lemperes Jr., John Lemperes and George Lemperes, all of B'ham. 1 brother Bill Lemperes of Chicago. 6 grandchildren. Funeral services will be held Tuesday January 2 at 1 p.m. in St. Sophia Greet Orthodox Church, with Rev. A. Photius Pentikis officiating. Interment to follow in Bay View Cemetery under the direction of Veroske and Jerns Funeral Home. Sunday visiting hours for family and friends will be from 12 noon until 2 p.m.
LEMPERES, Ruby E., age 64, of 2532 Ellis, passed away Sat., Oct. 8, (1977). A member of Calvary Temple Church, she had been a resident of this community for 48 years. She is survived by 4 sons, Nicholas, John, Kon and George, all of this city. 1 brother, Mr. George Munkres of Escondido, Calif. 1 sister, Miss Grace Munkres, city. 6 grandchildren and nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be conducted by Reverend Paul Cantelon, Tues., Oct. 11, 1 p.m. at the Jones
Funeral Home. Interment at Greenacres Memorial Park.
LENHART, Juanita I. "Nita", age 73, of Bellingham, passed away Friday, June 29, 2007 at St. Joseph Hospital in Bellingham, following a stroke at her home. She was born June 11, 1934 in Port Angeles, WA to Ralph and Viola (James) Jones. Nita was preceded in death by her son, Doug Rainford and sister Sharon. She is survived by her husband Bob of the family home; daughters Renee Kedziorski of Seattle, Lynn Lenhart of Eugene, OR and Nancy Lenhart of North Bend, OR; sons David and wife Nancy Rainford of Bellingham, Roger and Mike Beatle both of Canada and Mike Lenhart of Glendale, Arizona; daughter in-law, Donna Rainford; grandchildren, Angala and husband Josh, Nick, Adam, David James, Lindsie, Dillon, Billy, Justin, Kevin and Alan; great grandchildren, Zane and Vincent; nephew, Brent Aughe serving in the U.S. Navy; Uncle Elmo and wife Corrin; cousin Carol Toews and her best friends, Shirley Hogue and Shirley Dias. A celebration of Nita's life will be held Saturday, July 14, 2007 at 2 p.m. at Grace Baptist Church, 3920 James Street Road, Bellingham, with Pastor Bob Mordhorst officiating.
LENHART, Lillian L., 73, of 1321 Garden Circle, Lynden, died at her home Thursday (April 4, 1985). Mrs. Lenhart was born Feb. 20, 1912, in Hope, Kan. She and her husband, Otto, were married in Council Grove, Kan., on Dec. 3, 1930. They moved to Whatcom County in 1972, moved away, and returned from Soap Lake to live in this area last year. Mrs.
Lenhart was a member of Lutheran Church. Her favorite hobby was crocheting afghans. Surviving are her husband; a
son, Raymond Lenhart of Eagle River Alaska; a daughter Rosalie Vrieling of Bellingham; seven grandchildren and 13
great-grandchildren. A grandson, Jerry Vrieling, preceded her in death in 1977. Funeral services will be at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday at the Gillies Funeral Home chapel, with the Rev. John Leaf officiating. Burial will follow in Greenacres Memorial Park.
LENHART, Otto J., age 94, of Lynden, died at the Christian Health Care Center on Sunday, Nov. 3, (2002). Visitation hours will be from 1 to 9 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 5, at Gillies Funeral Home in Lynden. Graveside services will be conducted on Wednesday, Nov. 6, at 1:00 p.m. in Greenacres Memorial Park followed by memorial funeral services at 2:00 p.m. in the Chapel of the Christian Health Care Center in Lynden with Rev. William VandenBos officiating. Otto was the son of Robert and Augusta (Strough) Lenhart and was born in Ramona, Kansas on August 5, 1908, and was married
there to Lillian Sidler on December 3, 1930. A heavy equipment operator, Mr. Lenhart was a member of the Operating Engineers Local #3 for more than fifty years and had been a county resident since 1984. He was preceded by his parents, wife in 1985, son Raymond Lenhart earlier this year, grandson Jerry Vrieling, 3 brothers, a sister and a
half-sister. Otto is survived by his daughter Rosalie Vrieling of Lynden; sister Erna Rubin in Kansas; six grand,
eighteen greatgrand and twelve great-great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. Services are under the
care of Gillies Funeral Home & Cremation Service of Lynden.
LENNART, Edith A., age 80, of 2130 Stickney Island Rd., Everson; passed away at home Friday, Nov. 16, (1973). A
resident of Whatcom County for the past 63 years she was the widow of the late State Senator E. W. Lennart. She was a member of the Everson Presbyterian Church; Mt. Baker Republican Women's Club; and the Mt. Baker Post American Legion Aux. Surviving are 1 son Wayne Lennart, of Bellingham; 4 daughters, Lucille Lundstrom of Seattle; Bernice Claassen of Bend, Ore.; Marilyn Fitch of Modesto, Calif.; and Carol Reed of Puyallup, WA; also a sister Evelyn Fritzberg of Everson; 11 grandchildren; 2 great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be held in Veroske's Bellingham Chapel, Tues., Nov. 20 at 2 p.m. with Rev. David Mann officiating. Burial in Greenacres.
LENNING, Kathleen (Kat) Mary, age 43 of Bellingham, passed away March 26, 2002 at St. Joseph's Hospital. She was born April 11, 1958 in Tacoma, WA. Kat attended Bellingham Beauty School; worked as a CNA; and had a love for meeting people, Harley trips and the open road. She is survived by her son Donald Colvin of Seattle; her parents Earle and Lois Lenning; brother Mike Lenning of Bellingham; three sisters Trish Mimier, Cathy Parker and Carol Combs; nieces Jennifer, Christine and Lindsey Mimier of Bellingham. A memorial will be at The Station in Bellingham on Sat. April 6, 2002 between 4 p.m. and 6 p.m. She will be deeply missed by her family and friends.
LENSSEN, Scott Jay, age 15, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, August 10th, 2002. He is the beloved son of Stan and Rose Lenssen of Everson, WA. He was born on July 5th, 1987 and grew up on the family farm with his parents and his six brothers and sisters. Scott was homeschooled and, even though he was going into the 9th grade, he was doing 12th grade schoolwork. Scott was also a member of 4-H and attended Calvary Chapel Lynden. He was involved in the Calvinist Cadets and was a junior counselor to younger cadets. He was having a great time making an amazing adventure movie with a group of homeschooled friends. Scott enjoyed people of all ages. Scott especially loved the Lord Jesus Christ and was a very mature Christian for his age. His beloved "Granny" Clara Nieuwendorp, went before him to heaven and was waiting to greet him when he arrived.
Services will be held Thursday, August 15th, at 2:00 p.m. Pastor Ken Sutton will be officiating at Third Christian Reformed Church in Lynden, after private burial. Services are under the care of Gillies Funeral Home.
LENTZ, Eleanor C., age 41 of 506 E. Main St., Everson, passed away Tuesday, March 6, 1984. She is survived by her husband, Richard; 2 sons, Mike and Toby Lentz and 1 daughter, Brenda Lentz, all of Everson; 2 brothers, Ronald Bloxom of Calif., Richard Bloxom of Everson; 2 sisters, Joann Bloxom of Texas, Mary Lou Battle of Michigan. Memorial services will be at the Everson Presbyterian Church, with Rev. David Lopper officiating, Friday, March 9, 1 p.m. Arrangements by Jerns & LeVeck Funeral Chapel.
LENTZ, Emil F. "Babe", a dairy farmer and former millworker at Great Western Lumber Co. in Everson, died Thursday (Jan. 7, 1988) in Bellingham. Mr. Lentz,74, of 110 S. Washington St., Everson, was born Aug. 19, 1913 in Pablo, MT. He married his wife, Ruth, on May 8, 1935. The couple moved to Whatcom County in 1943. He attended Everson Presbyterian Church and was a member of the Lumber and Sawmill Workers Union Local 2667. Survivors include his wife, of the family home; four sons, E. Fred of Kodiak, Alaska; Dick of Bellingham; John of Edmonds; and Roy of Everson; two daughters, Pauline Bogart of Flagler, Colo.; and Sally Fields of Willits, Calif.; a brother, Chris Lentz of Hungry Horse, MT; a sister, Emma Chapin of Rough and Ready, Calif.; 21 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Monday at Everson Presbyterian Church, with the Rev. Tom Tweedie officiating. Arrangements are by Gillies Funeral Home, Lynden.
LENTZ, Richard passed away on January 9, 2006, in San Jacinto, CA. Richard was born August 1, 1938 to Emil and Ruth [Tripp] Lentz. The family moved to Lynden in 1943. After serving in the Navy, he fell in love and married Eleanor Bloxom and had three children. Richard was a devoted family man who loved to have his family friends around him every Sunday. Richard drove for Puget Sound Truck Lines for 24 years, where he was awarded 2.5 Million Miles of Safe Driving. After he retired from Puget Sound, he worked two years at Canadian American Fisheries. Richard is survived by his loving daughter, Brenda and her husband Pascal Martinez, who took care of him the last months; sons Mike Lentz (wife Lisa), and Toby Lentz (wife Shannon); his wife Kay Lentz, mother Ruth Lentz, his siblings Fred, Sally, Pauline, Roy and John; adopted daughters Bev Rudolph, Tammy Carter, Sara Bloxom; and seven grandchildren. Richard will be put to rest at Greenacres Cemetery in Ferndale, WA.
LEONARD, Arthur B. - Former Bellingham resident and executive director of Whatcom County United Way, Arthur B. Leonard, 66, of Everett died Monday (July 20, 1987) in his residence. Mr. Leonard ran the local United Way from 1964 to 1982. He was a captain in the U.S. Air Force during World War II and was a member of the Bellingham Rotary Club and Bellingham Elks Club. Survivors include two sons, Arthur Ray Leonard of Houston, Texas, and Nelson Gray Leonard of Everett; two sisters, Rose Evelyn Logan of Houston and Lillian Laurence of Rockdale, Texas; and four grandchildren. Arrangements are pending by Westford Funeral Home.
LEONARD, Edith C., age 72 of Bellingham, passed away peacefully Friday morning, July 1, 2005. Edith was born February 5, 1933 in Minneapolis, MN to Robert and Edith Campbell, and was raised in St. Louis, MO by her mother and step-father, John C. Gilmore. She learned French and Spanish on her way to a degree in Romance Languages from Depauw University where she met her first husband, Gerhard Zuther. While raising their two daughters, the family twice lived in Germany, where she learned German. Edith later earned her teaching certificate at the University of Kansas. Edith lived a full life, devoted to her passion for music, animals, and travel. She combined her love for travel and opera, visiting venues throughout the United States and Europe with her second husband, Roy Leonard. Performing with the Lawrence (KS) Civic Choir, Edith Traveled the world, sampling other cultures, cuisine and wines. She was an active member of the Trinity Episcopal Church and the University of Kansas community in Lawrence, KS.
LEONARD, George D., age 48, 189 Van Wyck Rd., passed away Monday, May 15, 1978. Mr. Leonard was a central office technician for PNB Tel. Co. 40 year resident of this community and a retired captain of the Washington Nat. Guard, B'ham unit for 20 years. 1 son George Leonard Jr., city, 1 daughter, Miss Patricia Leonard, city; 1 brother Dave Leonard, city; 1 sister Mrs. Ruth Montgomery, Seattle. Graveside services at Green Acres Memorial Park will be conducted by Reverend Howard Armstrong, Wed., May 17, 1 p.m. Arrangements by the Jones Funeral Home.
LEONARD, Joan P. of 189 Van Wyck Rd., age 44 passed away Sunday, Oct. 13, (1974). Mrs. Leonard was a 26 year resident of the community. She is survived by her husband, George; daughter, Miss Tricia Leonard, city; 1 son, George D. Leonard Jr., at home; father Ernest Limbacher Sr., city; step-mother, Mrs. Pearl Limbacher, city; 2 sisters, Mrs. Lorraine Stanley, Seattle; Mrs. Agnes Reimer, city; 2 brothers, Ernest Limbacher Jr. and Kenneth Limbacher both of city. Family services were held. Cremation under funeral director of Jones Funeral Home.
LEONARD, Leona M. of 4502 Guide Meridian, age 69, passed away Wednesday, August 8, (1973). A 35 year resident, Mrs. Leonard was a member of the Unity Church of Truth. Surviving are her husband Harvey W.; 2 sons, George and Dave, both of this city; 1 daughter, Mrs. Ruth Montgomery; 8 grandchildren; 2 brothers, Herbert Hopfinger, Lynden; Gilbert Hopfinger, Oshkosh, Wisc. Services will be conducted by Rev. Howard Armstrong, Monday, August 13 at 10 a.m. at the Jones Funeral Home. Interment Greenacres Memorial Park.
LEONARD, Rosemary F., age 66, a longtime Bellingham resident, died Tuesday, November 25, 1997 in Bellingham. Mrs. Leonard was born on November 25, 1931 in Stafford, Kansas to parents Arthur C. and Ida Bell (Fagan) Johnson. She attended schools in Stafford, graduating from high school in 1940. In 1947, she came to Bellingham where she attended the McDonald Beauty School. She operated her own parlor from her home until retiring in 1994. Relatives include her husband of 36 years Thomas T. Leonard of Bellingham; a son A. J. Gould and his wife Marty of Bellingham; two daughters Margaret Parsons of Lynden and Marilyn Buford of Bellingham; and 5 grandchildren, Roy Gould, Mandy Gould, Sean Parsons, Shannon Parsons, and Sarah Parsons. Rosemary was preceded in death by her parents and 3 brothers. Graveside services will be 10:00 a.m. Monday, December 1, 1997 at Woodlawn Cemetery. Arrangements are under the direction of Westford Funeral Home and Cremation Service.
LEONARD, Thomas James, who resided at 1406 Broadway Street, passed away suddenly at the age of 55, in a local hospital, Wednesday, December 19, (1951). He is survived by his widow, Verrill Leonard, of Bellingham; three brothers, Frank and Nick, of Bellingham, and Edward, of Seattle; also one sister, Mrs. Barbara Bond, of Seattle; numerous nieces and nephews. Mr. Leonard was a member of the Church of the assumption, also a member of the Elks Lodge, No. 194, and Painters Union, No. 924. Rosary will be said Friday, December 21, at 7:30 p.m. from the Chapel of the Bingham-Dahlquist & Jerns Funeral Home. Prayers will be offered for Thomas J. Leonard Saturday, December 22, at 2 p.m. from the Chapel of the Bingham-Dahlquist & Jerns Funeral Home, followed by interment at Bay View Cemetery. Active pallbearers will include Frank Coe, Joe Paglia, Jerry Perry, Art Sampson, Francis Griswald and Jim Hurd. Honorary pallbearers Mathew Mallahan, Robert Carpenter, William McIntyre, Ray Tisdell, Charles McEvoy, Walt Andrus, Park Gagnon, Jack Mallahan, Day Chambers and Pat Scott.
LEPIC, Helen Ward - A funeral for Helen Ward Lepic of Bellingham will be at 1 p.m. Tuesday at Jones-Moles Funeral Home officiated by the Rev. Al Currier and Veterans of Foreign Wars Auxiliary officers. Burial will be in Woodlawn Cemetery. Mrs. Lepic died Tuesday, Dec. 31, 1996. She was 73. Born April 22, 1923, to Alan and Mary Pringle Ward in Astico, Wis., she attended schools in Wisconsin and Illinois. She married Lawrence Lepic on Jan. 2, 1943, in Chicago. Mrs. Lepic was past president of Veterans of Foreign Wars Auxiliary, Post No. 1585. Survivors include her husband of the family home; son Kenneth A. Lepic; and two grandchildren.
LEPPALA, John T., age 81, died Mon. Jan. 9, 1989. He was a Bellingham resident, coming here from Detroit in 1976. He was employed by Ford Motor Co. in Detroit for 43 years as a maintenance welder; charter member of the UAW Local No. 600 in Dearborn, MI; member of St. Johns Lutheran Church. Survived by his wife Emma of the family home; 3 children, Mary Passmore and husband Martin of Bellingham; James Leppala and wife June of Ferndale and Judith Brown of Bellevue; 1 brother, Jacob Sarrela of Wolf Lake, MN; 7 grandchildren; 3 great-grandchildren and 1 niece and 1 nephew. Memorial services will be held Thurs., Jan. 12 at 11 a.m. at St. Johns Lutheran Church, Rev. Kenneth H. Daugs, officiating. Cremation Greenacres Crematorium. Arrangements by Jones Funeral Home.
LESCHI, Augusta, 95, Marietta, died Sunday (March 21, 1965) in a local rest home. A resident of the Lummi Reservation her entire life, she was a member of St. Joachim's Catholic Church. She is survived by a sister, Mrs. Sarah James, and four nieces. Rosary will be said at 8:30 p.m. Monday in Moles Funeral Home, Ferndale. The Rev. John O'Sullivan will offer requiem mass at 10 a.m. Tuesday at St. Joachim's Church. Burial will be in Lummi Cemetery.
LESCHI, Florence Reta, age 41, passed away Wednesday, July 9, (1958) in San Francisco. She had formerly lived at Marietta and was the granddaughter of the late Chief Henry Kwina. Survivors include her mother, Mrs. Sarah James; 3 brothers, Haskel James, Ernest James, Armour James, all of Marietta; a cousin, Mrs. Christine Bosler, of Rt. 3, Ferndale; numerous other relatives. Rosary will be recited at the Monroe Funeral Chapel Monday at 8 p.m. Holy mass will be offered by Father Joseph Dakin in St. Joachin's Catholic Church Tuesday, July 15, at 9 a.m. Final resting place Lummi Cemetery.
LESIUK, Val, age 65, passed away in Bellingham, WA on October 12, 2004. Born June 16, 1939 in Birch River, Manitoba, to Val and Jean Lesiuk, he graduated from the University of British Columbia with a degree in mechanical engineering in 1964 and served as an officer in the Canadian Navy and worked at Georgia Pacific until his retirement in 1999. He was an avid fisherman and a Jack of All Trades. He enjoyed square and round dancing, playing mahjong and world travel. He and his wife were planning an upcoming trip to China and the Far East. He is survived by his wife Helen, sons Nathan of Portland, OR and Allan of Spokane, WA, and a daughter Deena of Federal Way, WA; granddaughter Amy of Spokane, WA; grandsons Benjamin and David of Spokane, WA; mother Jean Lesiuk of Powell River, British Columbia; and sister Cheryl Birt of Vancouver, British Columbia. A celebration of Life Service will be held 2 p.m. Saturday, October 16 at Westford Funeral Home. A reception will follow in the chapel.
LESLIE, James Millard - Funeral services for James Millard Leslie, 77, will be held at 11 a.m. Monday in the Jones Funeral Home. Mr. Leslie, 3119 Cottonwood Ave., came to Bellingham from Twisp 14 years ago, and was a retired lumberman. He was a Mason and a member of the First Christian Church. He died Thursday (Feb. 23, 1961). Surviving are his widow Edna Maude, at home; a son, J. Millard, Newberg, Ore.; two daughters, Madge, Portland, Ore.; and Mrs. Helen McCullough, Everson; and a sister, Mrs. Julia Chamberlain in Ohio. Burial at Greenacres Memorial Park will follow the funeral, which will be conducted by Rev. Walter Naff.
LESLIE, Norman Llewellyn, Pfc., age 21, of 1314 McKenzie Avenue, passed away at Camp Carson, Colo., Sunday, September 23, (1951) as the result of an auto accident. Mr. Leslie had been a resident of Bellingham for four years before he entered the armed services and was a graduate of Mt. Baker High School in the class of 1949. He leaves to survive his parents, Mr. and Mrs. James Leslie in Bellingham; one brother, James Willard Leslie Jr., of Rainier, Ore.; two sisters, Miss Madge Leslie, of Seattle, and Mrs. Helen McCullough of Everson. The remains will be received by the funeral home of Harlow-Hollingsworth where services will be conducted by the Rev. Charles W. Muir Saturday, September 29, at 10:30 am. Final resting place Greenacres Memorial Park.
LESSARD, Robert Frances, age 34, of Ferndale, passed away Sat., May 8, (1976). Funeral services will be held Friday, May 14 at 1 p.m. a Greenacres Memorial Park. Under the direction of Moles Funeral Home with the Rev. Father A. B. Corrigan officiating.
LESTER, Florence B., 83, of 5280 Northwest Road, died last Wednesday (Oct. 13, 1982) in a local nursing home. She was born Jan. 27, 1899 in Oregon. She was a member of the Seventh-day Adventist Church. Graveside services were held today at Greenacres Memorial Park. Arrangements were by Moles Funeral Home.
LESTER, Solomon Maurice – Private services will be held for Solomon "Sol" Maurice Lester of Bellingham. Mr. Lester died of complications caused by an infectious disease on Sunday, Oct. 29, 2000 while being treated for a stomach ailment at Allenmore Hospital in Tacoma. He was 83. Born Nov. 17, 1916 to Michael and Rose (Fahrer) Liebowitz in Brooklyn, NY, he moved to Bellingham in 1998. During the 1930s he served in the Civilian Conservation Corps and helped build trail systems and campgrounds in wilderness areas on the East Coast. Trained as a machinist, he served as an officer in the Merchant Marines during World War II aboard Liberty ships. In 1947, he was chief officer on the Exodus, a ship that rescued about 4,500 Jewish refugees and attempted to run the British blockade of Palestine. Israel recently issued a postage stamp to commemorate his and his crewmate's bravery on behalf of the Jewish nation. Mr. Lester married and settled in San Jose, Calif. where he raised a family and worked as a distributor for The San Francisco Chronicle in Los Gatos and Saratoga for more than 35 years. Mr. Lester later married Irma (Stone) Lester and they had lived at Parkway Chateau before he became a resident at Courtyard Alzheimer's Community at Orchard Park. Survivors include his wife of 20 years of Bellingham; son Steve Lester of San Jose, Calif.; daughter Sara Adler of Nashville, Tenn; stepson Harvy Stone of Bellingham; sister Sarah Sukhov; brother Nat Lester; eight grandchildren; and two step-grandchildren. Arrangements are by Tuell-McKee Funeral Home of Tacoma.
LETOURNEAU, Margaret - A service for Margaret Letourneau will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday at Church of the Assumption. Burial will be in Holyrood Cemetery in Seattle. Mrs. Letourneau died Saturday, Feb. 22, 1997. She was 91. She was born Oct. 8, 1905, to Catherine and Edmund Burkel in Duck Creek, Wis. A homemaker, Mrs. Letourneau enjoyed gardening and cooking. She was preceded in death by her husband, Royal; daughters Yvonne, Mary, Mavis and Adeline; sons Royal and Jim; seven brothers and two sisters. Survivors include daughters Darlene Prendergast of Bellingham, Francis Block of Seattle, Donna-Maile of Edmonds; son Joseph Letourneau of Enumclaw; 36 grandchildren; 40 great-grandchildren; three great-great-grandchildren; and numerous other relatives. Arrangements are by Jerns-LeVeck Funeral Home.
LETTICE, William J. "Bill" Jr., age 74, of Bellingham, WA, passed away Friday January 12, 1996. Born May 19, 1921 to William and Martha Lettice in Evansville, Indiana, he received his BS degree from the School of Foreign Service, Georgetown University, Washington, D.C. and a Masters in Business Administration from American University, Washington, D.C. He and Mary Joanne Smith of Newton Centre, Massachusetts were married in 1943 in Washington, D.C. Mr. Lettice served in the Transportation Corps, U.S. Army, during World War II and retired as a Lt. Colonel from the U.S. Army Reserve. After the war, Mr. Lettice was a materials expediter with the Chrysler Corporation, Dayton, Ohio and a salesman with Swift and Co. in Lowell, Massachusetts. In 1949, he returned to the Washington, D.C. area and spent the remainder of his career in transportation as a federal employee, initially preparing intelligence reports and evolving new concepts, operations, and equipment for the U.S. Army. During that period he developed the concept, later implemented by the Department of Defense, of a floating depot, using WWII reserve ships, to support the rapid response of our military to foreign trouble areas. The latter phase of his federal service was in the Office of the Secretary of Transportation in Washington, D.C. as Director of Emergency Transportation. During this period, Mr. Lettice represented the United States on the NATO Civil Aviation Planning Committee in Brussels, Belgium. He retired from federal service in 1976. In 1978, he accepted an appointment from the Department of State to the International Staff of NATO in Brussels to develop a plan for the use of members' air carrier aviation in support of NATO military objectives.
LEU, Donald J., age 79, passed away peacefully at his home in Sudden Valley on Saturday, November 30, 2002. Don was born October 10, 1923 in Ballard, WA to George and Minnie May (Plane) Leu and grew up in Ballard and in Skykomish, WA. During WWII, he became one of the first Navy Seals (then called Scouts and Raiders). While attending Officer Training School in North Dakota, Don met Anne Rasche and they married in Florida in 1944. Shortly afterwards, Don was sent to China where his unit, The Sino-American Cooperative Organization (SACO), was integrated into the Chinese army and engaged in guerrilla warfare. Following WWII, he completed training as a submarine officer. In 1947, Don graduated from Western Washington University and began a lifelong career in education. He taught middle school in Stevenson, WA and in 1953 earned a doctorate from Columbia University. Later that year, he became a Professor of Education at Michigan State University. In 1957, Don served as the Deputy Superintendent of Education for the State of Michigan, and he was a visiting scholar at U.C. Berkeley in 1964. In 1968, Don became the Dean of Education at San Jose State University, and in 1980, he became the Dean of Education at Portland State University. During his career, he established many schools and universities in the US and in developing countries around the world, and he wrote several books on educational administration. After a life of travel and adventure, Don and Anne moved back to Bellingham in 1990. In 1994, Western Washington University presented Don with a Distinguished Alumnus Award for his work in education, and from 1999 until 2001, he served on the Bellingham School Board. During his final years, he traveled throughout China, Africa, the Himalayas and Antarctica. He especially enjoyed sailing, golfing and backpacking with his grandchildren. Don was a mentor, colleague, and friend to hundreds of educations around the world and he took pride in furthering the careers of others, especially women, minorities, and the disadvantaged. He will be remembered as a dedicated teacher, visionary, and humanitarian, as well as a devoted father. Don's gentle, unassuming nature, his compassion, his sense of humor and his unbounded spirit of adventure touched many. His simple words of advice. "Enjoy life – I did." Don is survived by his sister Dorothy Conrad, his brothers George and William Leu, his daughter Dorothy Leu, his sons Donald, David, Dwight and Del Leu, and his seven grandchildren. Don was preceded in death by his loving wife, Anne, in 1999. At his request, no services will be held.
LEUENBERGER, Mary of 5318 Northwest Road, Bellingham, died Friday, Aug 20, 1993. She was 64. Graveside services will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday at Woodlawn Cemetery with the Rev. Ronald Slater officiating. Mrs. Leuenberger was born July 4, 1929 in Scobey, Mont., to John and Clara Weerts. She moved to Whatcom County in March 1992, after having lived in Red Lodge and Billings, Mont. She married Melvin Leuenberger in Miles City, Mon., on Oct. 25, 1947. Survivors include sons Dale Leuenberger of Ferndale, Lyle Leuenberger of Lynden, Roy Leuenberger of Bellingham and Eddy Leuenberger of Billings, Mont.; a daughter Wanda Walter of Red Lodge, Mont.; sisters Iris Smith of Milton Freewater, Ore., Joanna Sletvoid of Flathead, Mont., Doreen Brown and Ardeen Wilson, both of Ronan, Mont.; 12 grandchildren and numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives.
LEUENBERGER, Melvin V., age 76, passed away on Monday, April 28, 2003 in Bellingham, Washington. He was born June 4, 1926 in Vida, Montana to Caroline (Loendorff) and Martin Leuenberger. He married Mary Weerts in Miles City, Montana on October 25, 1947 and remained a loving husband for 45 years. She preceded him in death in 1993. Melvin was a WWII veteran. He was a member of the American Legion Post #7 of Bellingham, WA and the VFW Post #6774 of Billings, MT. Melvin had a great love of music and enjoyed playing his bass guitar in a small country band. Melvin is survived by special friend, Virginia Gamble of Bellingham, sons Dale Leuenberger of Ferndale, Lyle Leuenberger of Lynden, Roy Leuenberger of Bellingham and Eddy Leuenberger of Billings, MT a daughter, Wanda Walter of Red Lodge, MT sisters Joanna Sletvoid of Flathead, MT, Doreen Brown of Ronan, MT 12 grandchildren, three great-grandchildren, numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. A graveside service will be held on Thursday, May 1, 2003 at 11:00 a.m. in Woodlawn Cemetery with Pastor Philip Meher officiating. Military Honors by American Legion Post #7 of Bellingham. Ferndale|Moles Funeral Home & Cremation Service.
LEVAC, Joseph F. - A memorial service for Joseph F. Levac will be held at 4 p.m. Sunday at Good News Fellowship Church, 1252 W. Axton Road, Ferndale, with the Rev. Skip Suess officiating. Mr. Levac died Tuesday, Sept. 14, 1999, in Blythe, Calif., at age 80. Mr. Levac moved to Blythe in August 1998 after living in Whatcom County for 47 years. He had served as a principal and teacher for the Mount Baker School District and for Sumas Christian Reformed Grade School. He also worked with many local organizations such as Teens for Christ, Gideons, Bible Memory Association, Retired Teachers' Association of Whatcom County, Christian Teachers' Association and local churches. Mr. Levac was born in Alpena, Mich., and graduated from Mt. Morris High School, near Flint, Mich. As a young man, he worked for three years in the Fisher Body Plant. He then moved to Chicago to attend and graduate from Moody Bible Institute, where he met and married Mary Jane Teich on Aug. 8, 1942. During World War II he served as a guard to President Franklin D. Roosevelt. After the president's death, Mr. Levac worked in Korea assisting with the return of assets held by the Japanese occupational government. Following the war, he attended and graduated from Roosevelt University and worked full-time for Montgomery Ward. He did graduate work at Loyola University with special interest in a thesis on Thaddeus Stevens. He also was involved with the relocation of Japanese prisoners of war and their families in the Chicago area. Mr. Levac was known for his keen mind, love of music and strong work ethic. His children knew him as a Renaissance man, with avid interests in all academic areas. He also enjoyed studying the Bible and had many hobbies. He is survived by six daughters - Dianna Porr of Seattle, Carolyn Saulls of Tucson, Ariz., Marilyn Frevert of Lancaster, Calif., Linda McCracken of San Mateo, Calif., Connie Bovee of Hooper, Utah, and Barbara Steiner of Blythe 15 grandchildren four great-grand-children and many other relatives. He was preceded in death by his wife on Nov. 18, 1996. Arrangements by Greenacres Funeral Home.
LeVAC, Mary Jane - Visitation for Mary Jane Levac of Ferndale will be from 5 to 8 tonight at Moles Funeral Home in Ferndale. A funeral will be at 3 p.m. Wednesday at Good News Fellowship Church. A graveside service will be at 10 a.m. Thursday at Saxon Cemetery in Acme. Mrs. Levac died at home Monday, Nov. 18, 1996. She was 80. Born March 1, 1916, in Chicago to Alfred and Lena Lesh Teich, she spent her early years in Wheaton, Ill., where she developed a talent and affection for piano. At 14, when her father died, she began giving piano lessons. She played diligently until the week she died. While at Moody Bible Institute, she met her husband-to-be, Joseph Franklin Levac. They both graduated in 1942 and were married Aug. 8 that year. A Whatcom County resident for 46 years, she and her husband raised their six daughters in Sumas and Acme.
LEVERETT, James H. - Two memorial services will be held for James H. Leverett who died at home on Dec. 29, 1997. He was 55. Sunday Jan. 4, 2:00 p.m. a Masonic service by Fairhaven Lodge #73 F&AM, will be conducted at the Masonic Temple, 2626 W. Maplewood. On Monday, Jan. 5, at 3:00 p.m. a Memorial Service, with Father John Gibbs officiating, will be held at St. Paul's Episcopal Church, 2117 Walnut St. Mr. Leverett was born to H. V. and Lillian Leverett, June 29, 1942 in Bellingham and resided in Whatcom County most of his life. Since retirement he had spent increasing amounts of time in Great Britain. He was a member of St. Paul's Episcopal Church and in 1993 was baptized at Covent Garden Church of England, in London in the presence of the Archbishop of Canterbury. He graduated from Bellingham High School and Western Washington University. An active member of the WWU Alumni Association from 1988-1994 he served as president of the alumni board from 1992-1993. During his public service career, he worked as assistant director of the Whatcom County Civil Defense office, as dispatcher for the Washington State Patrol and enforcement officer with the Washington Department of Fisheries and was a 25 yr. member and chief of Whatcom County Fire District #8, Marietta. Additionally, he was employed as a pilot for Foss Tug & Barge and held a U.S. Coast Guard Master's License. Active in the Masonic Lodge throughout his life, he was past Master of Fairhaven Lodge #73 F&AM and of Kulshan International Lodge #186, Blaine. He was a member of the Bellingham Valley of Scottish Rite, the Nile Shrine, and Grandview Lodge #86 in Vancouver, B.C.; also Past Master Councilor of Chuckanut Chapter DeMolay, Past Dad Advisor to the Order of DeMolay and the DeMolay Legion of Honor.
LEVIEN, Andrew, Blaine rancher, died ealy yesterday (March 5, 1939) in a Bellingham hospital at the age of 54 years. Death followed an operation several days ago. Surviving is the widow, Bertha; two sons, George and Robert, of Blaine; one daughter, Mrs. Louise Hillge, of Pleasant Valley; two sisters, Anna Levien and Mrs. Mary Gloslie, both of Blaine; four brothers, Henry and August, of Blaine; Fred, of Neptune Beach, and Charles of Nome, Alaska, and three grandchildren. Funeral services will take place in the Purdy-McKinney chapel here Wednesday at 2 p.m., with the Rev. Bertram Robbins officiating. Burial will be made in the Blaine cemetery.
LEVIEN, Charles - A funeral for Charles "Chuck" Levien of Blaine will be at 11 a.m. Friday at Greenacres Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Donald Walter officiating. Burial will follow in Greenacres Memorial Park. Mr. Levien died Tuesday, June 18, 1996 at St. Joseph Hospital. He was 70. Born Oct. 31, 1925 to Henry and Elizabeth McCallum Levien in Blaine, he married Leona Neudeck Marti on Jan. 1, 1977 in Blaine. Mr. Levien served in the U.S. Navy during World War II. He worked for Alaska Packers for 15 years, Blaine Border Patrol for 22 years and Blaine Fire Department for 26 years. He was a charter member of F.O.E. Aerie No. 3029 in Blaine and enjoyed flower gardening, woodworking and building furniture and birdhouses. Survivors include his wife of the family home; son Tom Herrick of Blaine; daughter Lorraine Barker of Bellingham; stepdaughters Judy Munkres and Pat Bliss, both of Ferndale; stepsons Maurice Neudeck of Blaine and Brian Neudeck of Bellingham; sisters Mary Fox of Tacoma and Ellie Haun of Auburn; seven grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. Arrangements are by Moles Funeral Home.
LEVIEN, Gwendolyn Margaret, age 80, went home to her Lord on Sunday, September 9, 2001. She was born in Bellingham on April 19, 1921 to Lawrence and Diana (Truchon) Teeple. She was joined in marriage to Carl M. Levien on August 16, 1940. She was a member of St. Joseph's Catholic Church and has been involved in every aspect of the Church, including Religious Education Director and RCIA Director, but she will be remembered most as a mentor and a friend. She was a member of St. Mary's Guild and St. Joseph's Altar Society. She was a founding member of Project Concern and served on the boards of the Whatcom County Pregnancy Center and Lynden Human Life. She has been on various bowling leagues throughout the county. She was an avid Mariner's fan and followed them through thick and thin. She was preceded in death by her husband, parents, son Michael and grandson Luke. She is survived by her children, Henry (Carroll) of San Diego, CA, Larry (Betty) of Puyallup, Richard (Joanne) of Snohomish, John (Charlene) of Sequim, Nita (Pete, Jr.) Harksell of Ferndale, Carl (Beth) of Ferndale, Diana (Scott) Wharton of Mt. Vernon grandchildren, Peggy, Alan, Andy (Jenni) & Matt, David (Susie), Ben, Kent, Katie & Sara, Jon, Ben, Janna (Travis) & Jeremy, Joella (Jed), Kindra, Grant, Wade & Burke, Peter, Josh (Lyssie), Carl, Jordon & Clayton, Amanda & Cassie great-grandchildren, Alyssa & Ashlee, Dilan, Jasper, Jaella, Joyous & Jonah, Crystal, Ashton & Willow, Kiya her sister Shirley Bedortha of Elma and sister-in-law Nona Pearson of Ferndale cousin Gee (Virginia) Truchon of Bellingham and many nieces and nephews. Gwen was an exemplary woman, wife and mother. She lived a life of grace, modeling faithfulness and temperance throughout her life. A visitation for Mrs. Levien will be from 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m., Thursday, Sept. 13 at Moles Funeral Home Chapel in Ferndale. A Prayer Vigil will be Thursday, September 13, 7:00 p.m. at Moles Funeral Home Chapel in Ferndale. Deacon George Ficken will officiate. Funeral Mass will be Friday, September 14, 11:00 a.m. at St. Joseph's Catholic Church in Ferndale. Burial to immediately follow service at Greenacres Memorial Park. Father Tim Sauer will officiate. A luncheon will be served after the burial at St. Joseph's Catholic Church Parish Hall. Moles Funeral Home.
LEVIEN, Leona I. Neudeck, loving mother and grandmother, passed away at her home in Blaine on Tuesday, January 3, 2006. She was born on February 25, 1914 in Beach, ND to William and Nellie (Kelly) Woodhull. Leona was a resident of Blaine for 54 years and with her son, Maurice, were owners and operators of the Thrifty Market for 11 years, retiring in November of 1979. She enjoyed her family, almost any card game and many years of embroidery and latch hook. Leona was preceded by her husbands, Floyd Neudeck, Karl Marti, Charles Levien; sisters Lola Olson, Ina Still; brothers Lloyd Woodhull, Ross Woodhull; granddaughter, Carolyn Bliss and nephews Russell Alton. She is survived by daughters Patricia (Jim) Bliss, Judy (Dale) Munkres; sons Maruice Neudeck, Brian Neudeck; stepson, Tom (Barbara) Herrick; stepdaughter, Lorraine Barker; 5 grandchildren, 4 great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. A Funeral Service will be held on Monday, January 9, 2005 at 1 p.m. at Jerns Funeral Chapel with Rev. Al Currier officiating. Burial will follow at Greenacres Cemetery.
LEVIEN, Michael James, age 14, of 2358 Brown Road, Ferndale, passed away Monday, June 28, (1976) in Seattle. Michael had been a lifetime resident of Ferndale and was a member of St. Joseph's Catholic Church of Ferndale. St. Joseph's CYO, the freshman class of Ferndale High School, Ferndale High FFA, and the Custer Beef Rustler, 4-H Club. Vigil rites will be held in Moles Funeral Home Thurs., July 1 at 7:30 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be offered by Father Oliver Duggan, Friday, July 2 at 10 a.m. in St. Joseph's Catholic Church. Burial will follow in Greenacres Memorial Park.
LEVIN, Celia G., 87, 2726 Alderwood Ave, whose husband founded Levin's Home Furnishing Center, died Wednesday (June 6, 1984). She was born Dec. 25, 1896, in Lithuania, and was a local resident for 66 years. She was preceded in death by her husband Ezidor, who died in 1946. She is survived by two sons, Alfred M. and Irving S., five granddaughters, two great-grandchildren and one sister. Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Friday in the chapel of Westford Funeral Home, with Rabbi Harold Rubens officiating. Burial will follow in Beth Israel Cemetery.
LEVIN, Irvin - A funeral for Irving "Irv" Levin of Bellingham will be at 2 p.m. Friday at Jones-Moles Funeral Home. Burial will be in Beth Israel Cemetery. Mr. Levin died at home Tuesday, Aug. 13, 1996. He was 72. Born March 27, 1924 to Ezidor and Celia Levin in Bellingham, he served in the U.S. Army during World War II. He co-owned Levin's Home Furnishings with his brother Al for 42 years. Mr. Levin was past president of the Bellingham Chamber of Commerce and the Downtown Association, and was active in other civic activities. He was an avid tennis player and Seahawks fan and enjoyed his coffee clubs. Survivors include Ruth, his wife of 46 years; daughters Stacy Levin of Maui, Hawaii, and Robyn Segal of Vancouver, B.C.; three grandchildren; and three nieces.
LEVITT, Almira - Funeral services for Mrs. Almira Levitt were held Tuesday afternoon, at 2 o'clock from the Purdy & McKinney Chapel with the Rev. J. N. Bridges officiating. Favorite hymns were sung by Elias Breidford with Mrs. Harriet Owen at the piano. The floral offering were very beautiful. Interment was made in the Haynie Cemetery. Mrs. Levitt passed away in a Bellingham hospital on Saturday evening at the age of 62 years. She had resided in this vicinity for the past forty years and is survived by her husband, Wesley Levitt; four daughters, Mrs. Helen Lang of Selah, Wash., Mrs. Maud Elliot of Port Orchard, Mrs. Mabel Caughell, Bellingham and Mrs. Isabelle Klassen of Yakima; two sons, Gordon Behme, address unknown, and Thorton Behme, of Ferndale and three grandchildren.
LEVITT, Juanita M. - Memorial services for Juanita M. Levitt, 2609 Peabody St., will be held at 5 p.m. Friday in the Reorganized Church of Jesus Christ of latter-day Saints in Bellingham. She died Tuesday (Jan. 8, 1985) at the age of 69. Born April 9, 1915, in Alberta she had been a Whatcom County resident for 12 years. She was a member of the Reorganized Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Survivors are her husband, Robert; a daughter, Mary Gendron of Bellingham; four grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and two sisters Jean Williams of Valley Springs, Calif. and Eileen Lockhart of Grass Valley, Calif. Jim Herverling will officiate at the service. Private interment will be in Greenacres Memorial Park. Arrangements are by Greenacres Funeral Home.
LEVITT, Robert L. - Memorial services for former Bellingham resident Robert L. Levitt, 85, of Hudson, NH will be at 7 p.m. Monday at the Reorganized Church of Jesus Christ of the Latter Day Saints on Broadway Ave. Burial will be at Greenacres Memorial Park. Mr. Levitt died Thursday at St. Joseph Hospital in Nashua, NH. He was born Feb. 21, 1905 in Barryton, Mich. He attended school in Edmonton, Alberta, where he worked as a cowboy on his father's cattle and horse ranch. Later, Mr. Levitt operated his own ranch and worked as a ranch hand in California. He also worked as an electrician in Oakland for many years, and served in the Transport Corps attached to the Navy during World War II. Mr. Levitt was a member and reorganizer of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints in Bellingham, and was also a member of the church in Lexington, Mass. He was a longtime member of the National Rifle Association. Mr. Levitt was preceded in death by his wife, Juanita Cadwallader Levitt, who died in 1985. Survivors include a daughter, Mary Gendron of Hudson, NH; a brother, Arthur Levitt of Edmonton; four grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. Local arrangements are by Greenacres Funeral Home. Arrangements in Hudson are by Zis-Sweeney Funeral Home.
LEVY, Donald, age 72, of Ferndale, passed away on April 21, 2003 in Bellingham. He was born on April 30, 1930 in Minneapolis, Minnesota to Beverly (Gallock) and Larry Levy. He married his wife Elizabeth Bartle in September 1969 in Las Vegas, Nevada and was a loving husband for 33 years. Donald served in the U.S. Navy during the Korean War. He was a member the Moose Lodge #493 in Bellingham and the American Legion Post #7 of Bellingham. Donald retired from ITT Gilfillan in Van Nuys, California after 35 years of dedicated service. He was an avid fisherman and golfer. Donald is survived by his wife, Elizabeth three daughters Linda Beaty of Ferndale, Bonnie McColley of Ferndale and Jackie Kirby of Ferndale son Ted McColley of Winthrop Harbor, IL nine grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. A graveside service will be held Friday, April 25, 2003 at 11:00 a.m. at Greenacres-Moles Cemetery with Reverend Joel Lohafer officiating. Ferndale|Moles Funeral Home & Cremation Services.
LEWIS, Alice, age 92, passed away Tues., Oct. 8 in Brea, CA. She was born in Pleasant Valley Dist., Whatcom County. Formerly of Ferndale, she was a member of the pioneer Tarte family, a member of Chapter BQ PEO, the Kulshan Unit American Legion Auxiliary, WCTU, and Daughters of the Pioneers. She is survived by 2 daughters, Margaret and husband Steve Castura of Alamo, CA and Irlys and husband Roy Harris of Brea, CA; brother-in-law Bill Lewis and his wife Margaret of Bellingham; 7 grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death in 1971 by her husband Herbert. Funeral services will be held Fri., Oct. 11 at 10:30 a.m. at the Moles Funeral Home with Rev. Ralph Poulson officiating. Burial will follow at Enterprise Cemetery.
LEWIS, Alice Gene - Funeral services for Mrs. Alice Gene Lewis, aged 33 years, beloved daughter of Mrs. W. A. George, who passed away at the home of her mother 1210 High street, Thursday evening, May 7, (1931) after several years' illness, will be held in the main chapel at the Homer Mark Mortuary, at Cornwall avenue and Halleck street, Sunday morning, May 10, at 9:45 o'clock, with the Rev. T. W. Jeffrey, pastor of the Garden Street Methodist church officiating. Interment will be made in the family plot in Bay View cemetery. Bearers will be Lloyd McGowan, Billy May, Jack Dill, Herschel Martin, Paul Gossage and William Smithson.
LEWIS, Amelia, age 68, of 2628 Cherry St, passed away in a local hospital, Tuesday, Oct. 17, (1961)following an extended illness. She was a member of St. Joachim's Catholic Church. Surviving are her husband, Albert; one son John, both of Sardis, B.C.; one daughter Mrs. Elsie Commodore of Bellingham; two sisters Mrs. Veronica Cagey and Mrs. Dalphine Tom, both of Lummi Reservation; two brothers Joseph Hillaire of Seattle, Benjamin Hillaire of Mount Vernon. Numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Rosary will be held Friday, Oct. 20 at 7 p.m. in Moles' Monroe Chapel. Holy Mass will be offered by Rev. Father Joseph Dakin, Saturday, Oct. 21, at 9 a.m. at St. Joachim's Catholic Church. Final resting place Lummi Cemetery.
LEWIS, Arthur H., 27, Marietta, passed away suddenly Monday, March 15, (1954) on Bainbridge Island. The deceased was a veteran of the Canadian Army and a member of the Catholic Church. He is survived by is mother, Mrs. Amelia Lewis, one sister, Mrs. Elsie Commodore, both of Marietta; 2 brothers Ernest of British Columbia and John in the U.S. Army; and numerous other relatives. Funeral services will be conducted Monday, March 22, at 10 a.m. at St. Joachim's Catholic Church with the Rev. Father Joseph Dakin officiating and under the direction of the Monroe Funeral Home in Ferndale. Interment Lummi Cemetery.
LEWIS, Bill, age 76, passed away in Bellingham Fri., Sept. 11th, (1987). He was born March 16, 1911 in the Pleasant Valley area of Ferndale and had been a Bellingham resident since 1977. He was retired from the Drivers License Division of the State of Washington in 1974. He is survived by his wife, Margaret "Peggy"; 1 brother, Stanley of Seattle; numerous nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held Fri., Sept. 18th, 1 p.m. in Greenacres Funeral Home Chapel with burial in Greenacres Memorial Park. Arrangements by Greenacres Funeral Home.
LEWIS, Cheryl Y., age 15, of 1659 Bakerview Rd. passed away at the family home, Sunday April 22, (1962). Cheryl was a member of the Church of Assumption and a student at Bellingham High School. She leaves to survive her parents, Mr. and Mrs. James S. Lewis Jr., one brother, Dennis L., one sister Signa, all of the family home; paternal grandfather, J. Stanley Lewis, maternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. J. P. Rosch all of this city, many other relatives. Rosary will be said Tuesday April 24 at 7:30 p.m. in the Chapel of the Westford Funeral Home Wednesday April 25 at 9:30 a.m. in the Church of the Assumption. Interment Greenacres.
LEWIS, Deanna - Funeral services for Denna (sic) E. Lewis, infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Donald D. Lewis, were held Monday at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. The baby died in a local hospital Saturday. Burial was in Lummi Cemetery under direction of Westford Funeral Home.
LEWIS, Donald Dee - Hereditary Chief, Sa Hum Kin great-grandson of Chief Henry Kwina, Donald D. Lewis, age 77 of Lummi Nation, passed away Thursday, February 7, 2008 in Bellingham. He was born on March 7, 1930 in Deming, WA to John and Anna (Cooper) Lewis. Don was a canoe puller on both the Red Wing and the Wy-Ka Cee-am and he enjoyed playing baseball as a young man. Don worked as both a logger, and a lifetime commercial fisherman and was a leader who employed many friends and relatives throughout the years in commercial fishing. He fished at Cook Inlet and other areas in Alaska, fished for herring in California and reef net fished at Lummi Island. Don owned a cannery at Marietta and was a fish buyer, who owned numerous of his own boats and fishing vessels. He served as president of the Marietta School PTA and purchased the Marietta Grange, which became the Lewis Family Center, used for celebrations and community gatherings of all kinds. Don was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, and son to his family. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Hazel Jefferson Lewis in 1958; daughters, Colleen Mae Lewis in 1969, Deanna Elaine Lewis in 1967 and Peggy Ann Lewis in 1979; son, Nicky Dee Lewis, Sr. in 1996; brother, Jack Leathers; sisters, Peggy Davis, Darlene Horne; grandson, Tony Cline; granddaughters, Rosanna Cline and Shanna Dee Lahr. Don is survived by his wife, Helen Lewis; son, Donald Russell Lewis (Kimberly); daughters, Dawn Cline (Ross), Deborah Miranda (John), and Julianne Tom (Lawrence); sister, JoAnne Hall; adopted grandchildren, Trina Hillaire, Shane James, Nick Lewis, and Nicole Jefferson; 21 grandchildren; 26 great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. A Prayer Service will be held Sunday, February 10th, at Wexliem at 6:00 PM. Funeral Services will be held Monday, February 11th at 10:00 AM also at Wexliem Community Building with burial to follow at Lummi Cemetery.
LEWIS, Eli Daniel - In loving memory of a beloved brother, son, father and friend. Eli Daniel Lewis, age 30, of Bellingham, died June 23, 2009 at his home. He was born November 18, 1978 in Seattle, WA. to Yvonne Lewis of Bellingham and Dan Lewis of Battle Grounds, Wa. He is survived by his parents, grandparents Gene and Delores Monks of Bellingham, brothers Ryan, Collin and Brandon and one sister Emily, children Chance Lewis, Makala Lewis, Westin Lewis, Elijah Lewis, special friend Sean "Luke Saint", and a host of many many friends and loved ones. A memorial service will be held at Christ the King Community Church, 4173 Meridian, Bellingham, Tuesday June 30 at 12 p.m.
LEWIS, Ernest, 28, a resident of the Lummi Reservation most of his life, was killed Saturday afternoon (Jan. 13, 1973) in a two-car collision 19 miles north of Marysville on Interstate 5. Mr. Lewis, who most recently made his home in Seattle, was a member of St. Joachim's Catholic Church. He is survived by his foster parents, Richard and Phyllis Hillaire, as well as an uncle and two aunts. Prayer service will be held at Moles Funeral Home, Ferndale, at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday. The Rev. Peter Duggan will offer requiem mass at 10 a.m. Wednesday at St. Joachim's Church. Burial will be in Lummi Reservation Cemetery.
LEWIS, Fred Cole, aged 78, died peacefully at home with his family on October 12, 2004, from complications related to Heart Disease. Fred was born October 23, 1925, in Marblehead, Massachusetts, to Blanche (Letourneau) and Fred Cole Lewis, Sr. After graduating from Marblehead High School, Fred joined the Army and earned the rank of Lieutenant, serving as a navigator in the Army Air Corps during World War II. Fred played football for Hobart College in New York and then graduated from Boston University. He flirted with a culinary career but chose instead to use his BA in Math working on data processing for Raytheon, RCA, Allied Stores, Booz Allen Hamilton, and control Data. During the 1950s and 1960s, Fred played a vital role in pioneering the use of computers and information systems in the retail and defense industries. After several years as a Vice President at Control Data, Fred made a career and lifestyle change in the early 1970s and moved to Pullman, Washington to operate several small businesses with his wife Mary Jo. The opportunity to blend his entrepreneurial skills with his love of teaching prompted another career change as Fred began working as a small business development specialist at the University of Idaho in Moscow, Idaho, and later at Washington State University in Pullman. While in Pullman, Fred longed to return to living at the ocean's edge. He finally got his chance when he became the Director of the Small Business Development Center at Western Washington University in 1986. At Western, Fred also taught entrepreneurship in the School of Management. It didn't take long for him to immerse himself in the University and Bellingham communities. An avid supporter of the WSU Cougars and then the WWU Vikings, Fred took special interest in Western women's basketball. He was also a strong supporter of community activities and served on the community advisory boards for radio station KZAZ and the City Community Development Block Grant program, and he was a founding board member and Treasurer of the Bellingham Festival of Music. Fred filled his life with a variety of other interests, activities and friends. He loved to sail the San Juan Islands (or anywhere), fly fish for elusive trout, spend time with his children and grandchildren, and play bridge and chess. What Fred really loved was to blend one or more of these activities by hosting dinners where he shared his culinary skills on the condition that the guests participate in lively and humor-filled discussions of serious issues. Fred challenged all who knew him to commit to life-long learning and to be an active citizen.
LEWIS, Helen Baker of Bellingham died of Alzheimer's disease Sunday, April 13, 1997, at Mount Baker Care Center. She was 85. At her request, no service will be held. Born Jan. 23, 1912, to Jay and Grace Cook Baker, in Camden, Mich., she was a local resident for six years. Survivors include daughters Audrianne Adams of Bellingham and Darlene Peacock of Everett, sister Marguerite Welton of Pensacola, Fla., and two grandchildren. Arrangements are by Jones-Moles Funeral Home.
LEWIS, Helen L., age 73, a resident of Bellingham, passed away Thurs., Oct. 2, 1980 at a local hospital. Mrs. Lewis moved from Ketchikan, Alaska to this city about 12 years ago, where her family has resided in the Bellingham area since before the turn of the century. She is survived by 2 sisters; Alice M. Gallaher and Marie Johannessen, both of Bellingham; 3 brothers, Walter T. Johnson of Portland, Oregon; Robert C. and Roy W. Johnson of Bellingham; besides many nieces and nephews, all local residents. Graveside services will be held at Greenacres Cemetery on Wed., Oct. 8, at 1:30 p.m. with Rev. Joe Harris officiating.
LEWIS, Henry Stanley, a former Ferndale resident, died Thursday (Feb. 9, 1989) at his Seattle Home. At his request, no services will be held. Private burial will be held at a time to be determined next week at Enterprise Cemetery in Ferndale. He was born Sept. 18, 1902, in Dawn, MO. Mr. Lewis, a former buyer with Palmer G. Lewis Lumber Co. in Auburn, was in the Seattle Coast Guard Reserve. He was also a member of the Rainier Presbyterian Church of Seattle. His wife Violet died three years ago. Survivors include a niece, Joyce Saxon of Kent. Arrangements are by Moles Funeral Home.
LEWIS, Ilene M., age 71, of Port Orchard, passed away Weds. Jan. 17, 1979. She leaves to survive her husband, Thomas E., 1 daughter, Lola Larson of Kent. 1 son, Larry of Poulsbo. 1 sister, Irene MacGowan of Sante, CA. 1 brother, Voris Richter of B'ham. 3 grandchildren. Graveside services at Greenacres Memorial Park, with Rev. Russell Hendrickson officiating, Mon. Jan. 22nd at 2 p.m.
LEWIS, John B., a commercial reef-net fisherman, died Wednesday (Sept. 10, 1980) in his home. He was 77. Lewis, of 1826 Marine Drive, was born Jun 25, 1903, in Point Roberts. He was a member of the Indian Shaker Church. He is survived by two sons, three daughters, 24 grandchildren, 49 great-grandchildren, a great-great-grandchild, three brothers and a sister. Prayer services will be held at 7 p.m. Sunday at Westford Funeral Chapel. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Monday at the Lummi Neighborhood Facility, Bishop Harris Teo, of the Indian Shaker Church, officiating. Burial will follow in Lummi Reservation Cemetery.
LEWIS, Margaret E., age 80, of Bellingham, passed away Tues., June 21, 1994 at Alderwood Park Convalescent Center. She was born Jan. 29, 1914 in Pierson, Manitoba, Canada to Eber and Margaret (Leonard) Rose. As an infant, she was adopted by Oscar and Luella Moe and moved to Ferndale when she was 5 years old. Mrs. Lewis attended First Baptist Church as a child; graduated from Ferndale High School; lived in Seattle for 30 years; and 18 years ago returned to Whatcom County. She was preceded in death by her husband Bill Lewis in 1987. She is survived by brothers, Wesley and Archie Rose of Brandon, Manitoba; sister, Madeline Jones of Melita, Manitoba and numerous nieces and nephews. A funeral service will be held Mon. June 27, 1 p.m. at Greenacres Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Ron Slater officiating and interment at Greenacres Memorial Park.
LEWIS, Nicky Dee - Visitation for Nicky Dee Lewis "Khay-Balth" of Bellingham will be from 3 to 5 p.m. today at Lummi Neighborhood Facility, followed by a prayer service at 6:30 p.m. A funeral will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday at Lummi Neighborhood Facility, followed by burial in Lummi Indian Cemetery. Mr. Lewis died at home Saturday, Jan. 20, 1996. He was 35. Born June 4, 1960 to Donald and Helen Marie Bob Lewis in Bellingham, he lived in Marietta all his life. He married Ruth Scott on Sept. 17, 1990 in Custer. Mr. Lewis attended Bellingham schools and graduated from Bellingham Technical College with a certificate in diesel mechanics. He worked at Lummi Casino, was a commercial fisher and was president of Native Pride Seafoods. He was preceded in death by sisters Deanna Lewis, Calleen Lewis and Peggy Ann Tijerina. Survivors include his wife of the family home; his parents of Bellingham; sons Nicholas Lewis, Jonah Lewis, Thomas Lewis and Christopher Lewis, all of Bellingham; daughter Nicole Lewis of Bellingham; brother Don Lewis Jr. of
Bellingham; and sisters Dawn Cline of Everson, Deborah Gladden of Bellingham and Julianne Tom of Ferndale. Arrangements are by Westford Funeral Home.
LEWIS, Otis, 67, of Lynden, WA, passed away Friday, January 2, 2004, after a valiant battle with cancer. He was born to Elmer and Ruth Lewis on December 17, 1936, in Waynesville, Ohio. Otis proudly served in the U.S. Navy for 4 years. He worked as a chef for many years, most recently at Rusty Wagon, formerly George's Café, in Lynden, WA. Upon retirement, Otis devoted 4 years to Tabernacle Christian Academy as Assistant Administrator. He influenced many young lives, loved the students, and was respected and much loved in return. He will be greatly missed by all the staff and students of Tabernacle Christian Academy. Otis was a member of Truth Tabernacle Apostolic Church, where he faithfully attended the past 5 years. He formed many close friendships and his absence will be felt by all. Otis is survived by his four children: Ben Lewis of Aldergrove, B.C., Canada Darrell Lewis of Kelowna, B.C., Canada Deborah Abbing of Surrey, B.C., Canada and Rene McCleary six grandchildren: Michael Lewis, Alicia Lewis, Chantelle Lewis, Jamie Shaw, Chloe Lewis, and Catelin Lewis great-grandchild Hailey Lewis all of B.C., Canada and two sisters, Delores Smith of
Ohio and Pat Hawkes of Florida. Visitation will be from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Saturday, January 10, at Jones|Moles Funeral Home, 2465 Lakeway Dr., Bellingham. Funeral Services will be held at 1:00 p.m., Monday, January 12, at Truth Tabernacle, 901 E. 54th Terrace, Bellingham, with Pastor D.J. Turek officiating. From your church family at Truth Tabernacle, Otis, Goodbye... until we meet again. Jones|Moles Funeral Home & Cremation Service.
LEWIS, Raymond T., Sr. - Retired carpenter and service station operator Raymond T. Lewis Sr., 68, of 1106 E. Illinois St., died Thursday in Bellingham. He was born Feb. 1, 1920 in Hallowell, Kan. and had been a Bellingham resident since 1966. He and his wife Katherine Lewis, previously had lived in Anacortes. He and his wife owned and operated the Time Gas Station on Sunset Drive from 1967 to 1971. Mr. Lewis was a U.S. Army veteran of World War II. Survivors include his wife of the family home; three sons, Raymond T. Lewis Jr. of Renton, John Lewis of Twisp, and Ted Lewis of Ferndale; two daughters, Alice Lewis of Tamuning, Guam, and Helen Sperry of Stanwood; 11 grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. Visitation hours are from 1 to 5 p.m. Sunday at Greenacres Funeral Home. Funeral services will be at 1 p.m. Tuesday at Greenacres with Pastor Harold Schroeder of Good News Fellowship officiating. Burial will be at Greenacres Memorial Park.
LEWIS, Sarah Elsie - Retired homemaker Sarah Elsie Lewis, 86, of Seattle, died Sunday (Aug. 18, 1991) at a Seattle nursing home. She was born to Julia Ann (Kwina) and Thomas Lewis on May 6, 1905 on Lummi Reservation. Her parents died when she was young. She was raised by her grandfather Henry Kwina, who was chief of Lummi Indian Tribe. She attended Tulalip Indian School, but lived on Lummi Reservation until 1940. She married William Jeff Swan in Bellingham. They moved to Neah Bay in 1946. He died in 1964. In 1960, she moved to join her children in Seattle, where she lived until she died. Mrs. Lewis Volunteered for the West Seattle Senior Citizens Program, winning recognition as Volunteer of the Year for 1974. She dedicated herself to children. Survivors include four sons, Harry Swan of Yakima and Henry "Pat" John, Robert Jeff Swan and James Francis Swan, all of Seattle; two daughters, Julie Ann Johnson of Neah Bay and Mary Elizabeth Smith of Seattle; a brother, Arnold McKay of Tulalip Reservation; 10 grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. A rosary will be at 8 p.m. Tuesday at the chapel of Moles Funeral Home. Services will be at 1 p.m. Wednesday at St. Joachim's Catholic Church on Lummi Reservation, with the Rev. Brian McGovern officiating. Burial will be at Lummi Cemetery.
LEWIS, Violet, 83, of Seattle died Tuesday (Dec. 25, 1984) in Renton. She was born in Bellingham July 1, 1901 (1902). She is survived by her husband, Henry S. Lewis, and several nieces and nephews and other relatives. At her request, no services will be held. Burial will be in Enterprise Cemetery under direction of Moles Funeral Home.
LEYVA, Frank J. - A funeral for Frank J. Leyva of Spokane will be at 10 a.m. Tuesday at Moles Funeral Home chapel with Vernon Lane officiating. Burial will follow at Lummi Reservation Cemetery. Mr. Leyva died Thursday, Jan. 30, 1997 at Sacred Heart Medical Center in Spokane. He was 68. Born April 13, 1928 to Monico and Elena Miramontez Leyva in McKeesport, Penn., he lived in various cities in Eastern Washington before moving to Spokane a year ago. He worked in steel mills in Pennsylvania and Washington and enjoyed working with crafts, including leather. Survivors include sons Frank Leyva and Gerald Wright, both of Lummi; daughter Elena Dixon of Lummi; stepson Joseph Torres of Lummi; five grandchildren; two sisters in Mexico; one brother in Southern California; and numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. Arrangements by Moles Funeral Home.
LIBBEY, Aagot Marie, 96, of 2575 Mackenzie Road died Tuesday (Jan. 15, 1991) in Ferndale. She was born Aagot Brinkman on Oct. 15, 1894 in Elbow Lake, Minn. Mrs. Libbey moved to the Northwest in 1949 and Whatcom County in 1985. She had been a housekeeper for the Olympic Hotel. Her husband, Alfred, and a son, Curtis, have died. Survivors include sons Raymond of California, Lloyd of Bellingham and Harlan of Oregon; daughters, Violet Collen of Bellingham and Jane Foster of Lynnwood; a brother, Olaf Brinkman, of Minnesota; 15 grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren; and four great-great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be at 1 p.m. on Saturday in the chapel of Greenacres Funeral Home.
LIBERTY, Floyd Dean, age 87, of Bellingham, passed away Tues., Aug. 14, 2001, in Bellingham. He was born Sept. 17, 1913, in Everson to William and Louella (Trimble) Liberty and had been a lifetime Whatcom County resident. He married Loretta B. Muentch on June 14, 1930, in Everson. Together they enjoyed camping in eastern Washington where they spent 4 months of every year for 20 years. He retired from WWU custodial services in the late 70's. Survived by his wife, Loretta of Ferndale; daughter, Louella E. DeGolier & husband Don of Bellingham; 2 grand-children, Cheryl Ann Olson & husband Bill of Maple Falls and Mike DeGolier of Bellingham; 3 great-grandchildren, Jennifer Smith of Maple Falls, Jamie Olson of Maple Falls and Gary DeGolier of Seattle and 2 great-great-grandchildren. At his request, no service will be held. Greenacres Funeral Home.
LIBERTY, Loretta B., age 87, of Bellingham, passed away Sun., June 16, 2002, in Bellingham. She was born June 14, 1915, in Absarokee, MT to Wallace and Bessie (Carlile) Muetch and had been a resident of Whatcom County for 84 years. She married Floyd D. Liberty on June 14, 1930, in Everson. He preceded her in death on Aug. 14, 2001. Together they enjoyed camping in Eastern Washington where they spent four months of every year for 20 years. Mrs. Liberty worked many years in the jewelry business and home lighting. She retired in 1980 from Service Electric in Bellingham. Survived by her daughter: Louella DeGolier & husband Don of Bellingham granddaughter, Cheryl Olson & husband Bill of Whatcom County grandson, Mike DeGolier of Bellingham two great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren. At her request, no service will be held. Greenacres|Moles Funeral Home
LICH, Donald Richard - Private graveside services will be held for Donald Richard Lich, 72, of 2821 Huron St. Mr. Lich died Monday (Oct. 14, 1991) in Seattle. He was born on Dec. 5, 1918, in Bellingham to Isaac and Blanche Lich. He was a lifetime Bellingham resident. Mr. Lich was a member of Jehovah's Witnesses and worked at Georgia Pacific Corp., retiring in 1988. Survivors include his wife, the former Louise Jansen of Bellingham; two sons, Rendall Lich of Federal Way and Wayne Lich of Ward Cove, Ala.; a daughter, Donna Palmer of Kirkland; and one grandson. Arrangements are by Jones-Moles Funeral Home.
LICH, Grace I. of 2818 Old Fairhaven Parkway died Monday, Sept. 6, 1993, at St. Joseph Hospital. She was 85. A graveside service will be held at 2:30 p.m. Friday at Greenacres Memorial Park with the Rev. John Gibbs officiating. Born Jan. 8, 1908, she graduated from Ferndale High School in 1926 and St. Luke's School of Nursing in 1929. She worked as a registered nurse in Whatcom and Skagit counties. She married Peter Lich. Together they worked for many years in the grocery store at the Bungalow Dairy on Monroe Street. Mrs. Lich was a member of St. Paul's Episcopal Church, where she was active in St. Anne's Guild. She also was a member of the Martha Watson Auxiliary to St. Luke's Alumni Association and was a former member of the Bellingham Chrysanthemum Society. She also worked for many years as a volunteer at the St. Luke's Hospital gift shop. Mrs. Lich was preceded in death by her husband in 1984. Survivors include son Stephen Lich of Camano Island; niece Virginia Hyldahl of Lynden; and grandniece Mary Jane Vail of Spokane. Arrangements by Greenacres Funeral Home.
LICH, Peter, who ran a small grocery on Bellingham's north side, died Wednesday (Sept. 19, 1984) at the age of 82. He lived at 3405 Northwest Ave. A lifetime Bellingham resident, he was born May 29, 1902. He had owned and operated Bungalow Dairy, a grocery store on Monroe Street, for 30 years. After retiring from that business, he worked for 10 years for the I. M. Stark real estate firm. He was an avid duck hunter and fisherman. He is survived by his wife Grace, a son Stephen and wife Peggy Lich, a sister Julia Todd of City; and a niece Virginia Hyldahl of Lynden. Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Friday at Jones Funeral Home, with the Rev. E. John Langlitz of St. Paul's Episcopal Church officiating. Burial will be in Greenacres Memorial Park.
LIDSTONE, Nicholas Adair, Rear Admiral (Ret.) passed away April 4, 1997. He was born November 4, 1905 in San Saba, Texas to Lamar and Mary (Adair) Lidstone. His family moved to Bellingham in 1910, and he attended schools in Bellingham, graduating from Fairhaven High School. Upon his graduation from the United States Naval Academy in Annapolis in 1930, Adm. Lidstone served his country as a naval officer for 30 years, commanding destroyers in World War II and in Korea. His last command was with MSTS in Seattle, and it was there in 1959 that he received The Maritime Man of the Year award for "His Invaluable Contributions Toward the Development and Promotion of Maritime Commerce and Port Progress on Puget Sound." He retired from the Navy in 1960, He later became Executive Vice President and Manager of the Bellingham Chamber of Commerce, a position he held through the mid-1960s. Adm. Lidstone was an avid fly fisherman and was one of the four founding members of the Fourth Corner Fly Fishing Club. He was a senior member of the Bellingham Rotary Club and a member of St. Paul's Episcopal Church. Adm. Lidstone is survived by his wife Betty Musser Lidstone; his daughters Nancy Pickford of Bellingham and Judith Fowler of Atlanta; and his sisters Helen Scarpino of Bellevue, WA and Irvine McGowan of Coronado, CA. He is also survived by his five granddaughters, four great granddaughters, and four great grandsons. Services will be held 2:00 p.m. Sunday, April 6, 1997 at St. Paul's Episcopal Church. Graveside services will be held Monday, April 7, 1997 at Bayview Cemetery. Arrangements by Westford Funeral Home.
LIEN, Allen W. "Al" passed away peacefully, December 2, 2006 at his home, of cancer. He was born March 12, 1931 in Bellingham and lived his entire life in Bellingham. He graduated from Bellingham High School in 1949 and served in the U.S. Air Force during the Korean War. Al started his career working for Pacific Fruit and Produce in Bellingham for 10 years then worked as a mover for Bekins in Bellingham finally owning and driving truck for Bellingham Transfer Heavy Hauling started in the early 197's. He is survived by his wife, Gwen (Workman) Lien of 53 years; daughter Alesha (Troy) Moody; son Jeff (Colleen) Lien; daughter Beth (John) Barron; grandchildren Lisa, Rosie, Chrissy, Jeremiah, Jesse, Brad, Tim and four great-grandchildren. A Celebration of Al's Life will be held at "The Shop" in Bellingham on Sunday, December 17, 2006 from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m.
LIEN, George A., age 81 of Everett, Wash. passed away in a Blaine Nursing home Sunday, March 4, (1962). He was a retired cold storage engineer. Survivors include his wife Gladys, three sons Orville in Vancouver, B.C., Gordon in Mountain Home, Ida. and Raymond in Everett. One daughter Louise Powell of Seattle. Four grandchildren. Funeral services will be conducted Wednesday, March 5, at 2 p.m. in the McKinney Funeral Home with the Rev. G. P. Johnson officiating. Cremation will follow.
LIFFENGREN, Doris, of Bellingham, passed away at True Nature Adult Care Home in Ferndale on Tuesday, October 28, 1997 at the age of 94. Visitation will be at Gillies Funeral Home on Sunday from 1 p.m. until 9 p.m. and on Monday from 9 a.m. until 11:30 a.m. Funeral Services will be held in the Chapel of Greenacres Memorial Park on Monday at 1:00 p.m. with Revs. Eric Schulze and Elmer VanderPloeg officiating. Burial will be in Greenacres. Mrs. Liffengren was born in Goruin, Minn. on February 7, 1903, a daughter of David and Amanda Sanderson Strunk. She was raised in South Dakota and attended Colorado Springs Community College graduating with a degree in nursing in Pierre, South Dakota. In Rapid City, SD on July 17, 1934, she was married to Oscar Liffengren and they moved to Lynden in 1937 where they operated a dairy farm on the H Street Road for many years. Doris was the night charge nurse at the former County Hospital and worked as charge nurse for the Christian Rest Home in Lynden and the rest home in Ferndale. She loved to read and crochet and she and Oscar were members of the "Good Sam Club." She was active in the First Reformed Church in her earlier years. She moved to Bellingham about 4 years ago. Her husband passed away in 1995 and she is survived by her son, Robert Liffengren and wife Cindy of Bellingham; daughter Annette VanDeZande of Bend, OR; 5 grandchildren, Roger VanDeZande of Brookings, OR, Sean Liffengren, U.S. Navy, San Diego, CA, Vicki Dunkan, Hillsboro, OR, Lauri Velasquez of Lynnwood and Shari VanDeZande of Mount Lake Terrace, 5 great-grandchildren; sister-in-law Lucille Liffengren of S. Dakota and nieces and nephews. Besides her parents and her husband, she was preceded death by 1 brother and daughter-in-law Linda Liffengren. Services and arrangements are under the care of Gillies Funeral Home and Cremation Services of Lynden.
LIFFENGREN, Oscar - Visitation for Oscar Liffengren of Bellingham will be from 1 to 9 p.m. Monday and
Tuesday at Gillies Funeral Home. A funeral will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday at Greenacres Memorial Park chapel with the Revs. Eric Schulze and Elmer VanderPloeg officiating. Burial will follow in Greenacres Memorial Park. Mr. Liffengren of 1712 E. Maplewood Ave., died Friday, Oct. 13, 1995 in Bellingham. He was 93. Born May 20, 1902, in Lake Mills, Iowa, he married Doris Strunk on July 17, 1934 in Rapid City, SD. In 1937, they moved to the Lynden area, where Mr. Liffengren operated a dairy farm on H Street Road until he retired. He was baptized and confirmed in Lake Mills Lutheran Church and was a 45-year member of First Reformed Church in Lynden. He was also a member of Good Sam Campers Club. He was preceded in death by his parents, two brothers and two sisters. Survivors include his wife of Bellingham; daughter Annette VanDeZande of Bend, Ore.; son Robert Liffengren of Bellingham; five great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. Arrangements by Gillies Funeral Home.
LIGHTHEART, Mary Lucille (Boyd), age 80 of Lynden, WA passed away at St. Francis nursing home on Wed., Oct. 29, 1997. She was born Oct. 17, 1917 to Charles M. and Lucille (Kibler) Boyd in Wolcott, CO. Mary worked in positions in West Virginia, Michigan and Washington State. She had lived in Bellevue, Ferndale and in Raspberry Ridge in Lynden. Survived by her husband Douglas D. Lightheart of the family home; step-son, Mark D. Lightheart of Jackson, MI; brother Eugene Boyd of Phoenix, AZ; sisters, Evelyn Bowman and Lee Carr both of Boise, ID. At Mrs. Lightheart's request, there will be no service. Greenacres Funeral Home.
LIGOCKI, Agnes H., 92, formerly of 444 Madison St., Nooksack, died Sunday (May 6, 1984) in a Lynden nursing home. She was born Sept. 30, 1891 in Poland. She moved to Whatcom County from Wyoming in 1926. She was a member of St. Joseph's Catholic Church, Lynden and was married to her husband John in Lady Smith, Wisconsin on Aug. 29, 1913. Her husband John died in 1976. She is survived by four daughters Agnes V. Ligocki of Lynden, Sue and husband John Franzen also of Lynden, Sophie "Pat" and husband Charles Jones of Nooksack, Rosemary and husband Howard Whitman of Ferndale; a son John and wife Alice of Bellingham; 34 grandchildren, 52 great-grandchildren, a brother Mr. George Washut of Buffalo, Wyoming. and a daughter-in-law Myrtle Ligocki of Lynden. She was preceded in death by two sons Andy in 1982 and Louis in 1965 and his wife Judy in 1974. Christian prayer services will be at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday at St. Joseph's Catholic Church, with Mass of Christian Burial to be at 11 am Thursday at the church, with the Rev. Patrick Keaty as celebrant. Burial will be in Nooksack Cemetery, under direction of Gillies Funeral Home.
LIGOCKI, Agnes Virginia - A vigil service for Agnes Virginia Ligocki of Lynden will be at 7 p.m. Friday at St. Joseph Catholic Church. A funeral will be at 10 a.m. Saturday at St. Joseph Catholic Church with the Rev. Woody McCallister officiating. Burial will follow in Nooksack Cemetery. Ms. Ligocki, formerly of 501 Liberty St., Lynden, died Wednesday, Sept. 6, 1995 at Christian Health Care Center in Lynden. She was 70. Born Jan 21, 1925 to John and Agnes Washut Ligocki in Buffalo, Wyo., she moved to Whatcom County in 1927 and graduated from Nooksack Valley High School. She was a clerk at the New Crescent in Lynden for 38 years and attended St. Joseph Catholic Church. Survivors include sisters Rose Witman of Custer and Sophie Jones of Lynden and numerous other relatives. Arrangements are by Gillies Funeral Home.
LIGOCKI, Alice A., age 88, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, June 22, 2005. Born January 23, 1917 in Caro, Michigan to George and Florence Hess, she married John Ligocki in Lynden, WA, January 2, 1937, residing in Nooksack most of their 51 year marriage. Alice worked at C.S. Kale Cannery in Everson before starting their family of four daughters and two sons: Adelle (Steve) Hamel of Anacortes, Mary Ann Zender, George Ligocki, and Michelle (Cliff) Eshuis of Bellingham, Alice Jeanne (Lanny) Mackey of Olympia, and Frank (Mary Kay) Ligocki of Snohomish. Alice had an incurable sweet tooth and, right to the end, a piece of chocolate would light up her face with her sweet smile. She enjoyed reading, sewing, and baking and was a member of Assumption Catholic Church, Nooksack Home Demonstration Club, Altar Society, and Catholic Daughters of America. Alice was preceded in death by her husband, John, sisters Esther, Gertrude, Ruth, Rachel and Florence, brother Jack, grandson Ian Eshuis, son-in-law Jim Zender, and son-in-law Gary Prentice. Visitation will be held at Westford Funeral Home on Mon. June 27
from 1-5 p.m. followed by a Vigil Service at 7 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be held Tues. June 28 at 11 a.m. at Assumption Church, followed by a reception at the church and a Graveside Committal at Nooksack Cemetery.
LIGOCKI, Andy J., age 60, 442 E. Madison, Nooksack, died suddenly on Wed. March 10, 1982 as the result of a farming accident. Born in Cody, Wyoming, Mr. Ligocki had been a county resident for the past 55 years. A former member of the Nooksack City Council, he was also a member of St. Joseph's Catholic Church in Lynden and was married to his wife Myrtle in Lynden on July 22, 1950. Besides his wife Myrtle he is survived by a son Joe and his wife Jeannine of Bellingham; 7 daughters, Mrs. Connie and husband Marty Zylstra of Nooksack, Mrs. Debra and husband Louie Hanson of Mt. Vernon, Mrs. Anita and husband Stan VanDyk of Lynden, Lisa, Marcia, Jana and Paula, all at home; 8 grandchildren; his mother Mrs. Agnes Ligocki of Lynden; a brother John
and wife Alice of Nooksack; 4 sisters, Miss Agnes Ligocki of Lynden, Mrs. Sue and husband John Franzen of Lynden, Mrs. Pat and husband Charles Jones of Nooksack and Mrs. Rosemary and husband Howard Witman of Ferndale; numerous nieces and nephews. Prayer services will be conducted on Sunday March 14 at 7 p.m. in St. Joseph's Catholic Church, Lynden. Mass of Christian Burial will follow on Mon March 15 at 11 a.m. in St. Joseph's Catholic Church. Burial will follow in Nooksack Cemetery. Services are under the direction of the Gillies Funeral Home, Lynden.
LIGOCKI, John G. – A rosary for retired plywood worker John G. Ligocki, 73, Bellingham, will be recited at 7 p.m. Sunday at Westford Funeral Home. A Mass of Christian Burial will be said at 10:30 a.m. Monday at Assumption Church. Burial will be in Nooksack Cemetery. Mr. Ligocki, 2210 Ellis St., died Wednesday in Bellingham. He was born Dec. 12, 1914, in Kooy [Cody?], Wyo. He was a former board member and a 30-year employee of Mount Baker Plywood Inc. in Bellingham. Survivors include wife Alice of the family home; two sons, George and Frank Ligocki of Bellingham; Mary Ann Zender and Michelle Eshuis of Bellingham, Adelle Hamel of Anacortes and Alice Jeanne Mackey of Olympia; 17 grandchildren; and three sisters, Pat Jones of Nooksack, Agnes Ligocki of Lynden and Rosemary Witman of Ferndale.
LIGOCKI, John J., age 84 of Nooksack, passed away Tuesday, April 13. Born in Poland, Mr. Ligocki moved to Nooksack in 1926 from Wyoming. He was a retired farmer and a member of St. Joseph's Catholic Church in Lynden. He was married to Agnes Washut on August 29, 1913 in Ladysmith, Wisconsin. Besides his wife Agnes, he is survived by 4 daughters, Mrs. Sue (John) Franzen of Lynden, Mrs. Pat (Charles) Jones and Miss Agnes Ligocki both of Nooksack and Mrs. Rosemary (Howard) Witman of Lynden; 2 sons, John and Andy Ligocki both of Nooksack; 34 grandchildren, 16 great-grandchildren. Christian prayer services will be held Wed., April 14 at 7 p.m. in St. Joseph's Catholic Church, Lynden. Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated Thursday, April 15 at 10 a.m. in St. Joseph's Catholic Church, Lynden, Father Gerald Mayovsky celebrant. Interment will follow in the Nooksack Cemetery. Services are under the direction of the Gillies Funeral Home, Lynden.
LIGOCKI, Judith Ann, 37, 1430 Island View Ave., died Sunday (April 27, 1975). A lifetime resident of Whatcom County, she was a member of Assumption Catholic Church. Surviving are three sons, David, Donald and Kenneth of Bellingham; her mother, Alice Byrum of Bellingham and her father William Byrum in Oregon; and two sisters, Nancy Jorgensen and Susan Graham of Bellingham. Arrangements are pending at Bingham & Jerns Funeral Home.
LIKKEL, Gert, Early Wednesday morning, July 4th, (2007) Jesus welcomed Gert Likkel into His perfect fellowship with great rejoicing, making her healthy and whole. We rejoice with her as she is now delighting in His redemption. Wise mother, generous sister, and compassionate friend, Gert was born March 24, 1926 to James and Jennie Roosma on a homestead on the Benson Road. Her life was full, rich and a balance of heartache and joy. Servant and encourager of all, Mom loved living and those with whom she shared her journey. All who knew her shared a hearty laugh, a cup of coffee or a long talk with Mom at some time in their relationship with her. She was a genuinely interested conversationalist who made so many feel at ease. Hard-working and strong, she was a support and help to husband David on a dairy farm in Everson where they raised seven children. Her energy was nearly boundless as she canned, gardened, sewed and cooked while also helping with farm chores. She and David loved to have people in for coffee-time and occasionally concocted practical jokes. Especially fun for her to recall were her years playing volleyball with church friends or riding horses with the Nooksack Valley Trail Riders. In addition to traveling to 48 states, she and Dad traced the pioneer's Washington route west on horseback. She recounted aching muscles, campfires and covered wagons in which was a particularly precious trip that fit with her adventurous spirit. Ever busy, Mom participated in Lynden Christian's Mother's Club, her church's Sunday School programs, VBS and most any function or church-sponsored event. When her kids were grown, she pitched in on numerous projects at their homes as they grew and had families of their own. She also attended many games, concerts and 4-H events that involved her precious grandkids. Truly a woman after God's own heart, Mom led and attended countless Bible studies, including many fulfilling years with Bible Study Fellowship. A true lover of people, Mom happily volunteered for St. Joseph Hospital and Hospice of Whatcom County. Losing her oldest son in Vietnam made her a Gold Star Mother. Her heart's most earnest desire was that all her children and grandchildren know Christ and for that she prayed faithfully, even expanding her circle to include other loved ones.
LILJA, Catherine -A celebration of life for Catherine Lilja of Bellingham will be held in Bellingham at a later date. A celebration of life will be held Saturday in Pasadena, Calif. and a celebration of life was held Aug. 29 in Seattle. Ms. Lilja died Wednesday, Aug. 24, 1999, in Bellingham. She was 33. Born Sept. 9, 1965 to Richard and Irene (Snyder) Lilja in Portland, Ore., she attended Corvallis High School and earned a bachelor's degree in journalism from the University of Oregon and a master's degree from Fuller Theological Seminary in Pasadena. Ms. Lilja worked as an advertising executive for the Daily Emerald and as a young life counselor and a therapist. She enjoyed rock and mountain climbing, biking, skiing, and playing the guitar and piano. Her brother Stephan Lilja died previously. Survivors include her parents of Corvalis; brother Douglas Lilja of Philomath, Ore.; and grandmother Margaret Lilja of Corvalis. Arrangements are by Jones-Moles Funeral Home.
LILLIE, Emily P., 76, of 2315 Williams St., died Monday (Feb. 26, 1990) at home. At her request, no services will be held. Ms. Lillie was born Dec. 8, 1913, in Vancouver, B.C. Arrangements are by Moles Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 27 Feb 1990)
LIMBACHER, Agnes Lorretta, age 52, of 2615 Fortieth Street, passed away at a local hospital Monday, February 12, (1951) following a brief illness. Mrs. Limbacher had been a resident of Bellingham for the past 3 1/2 years and was a member of the Catholic Church. Surviving relatives include her husband, Ernest William Limbacher Sr.; three sons, Ernest Jr., Kenneth and Ronald, and three daughters, Joan Lorraine and Agnes, all of Bellingham; two brothers, William and John Fox, and a sister, Marie Koenig, all of New York, N.Y. Rosary will be said Wednesday, February 14, at 7:30 p.m. within the Chapel of the Bingham-Dahlquist & Jerns Funeral Home. Mass will be said Thursday, February 15, at 9 a.m. within the Church of the Assumption with the Rev. Fr. Bernard Cremer officiating. Interment in Bay View Cemetery.
LIMBACHER, Pearl E. passed away July 4th, 2008, at the age of 89. She was born in Ferndale on February 25, 1919, to Christine (Andrews) and Ira U. Robinson. Pearl lived her entire life in the Whatcom County area and took pride in her pioneer heritage. Her father was one of the first members of Pioneer Park Association in Ferndale. When Pearl was eight years old, her mother died. Pearl was the eighth of nine children. She began then to care for family and home, a vocation which prepared her for her life's work. Though Pearl had no children of her own, she helped raise many nieces, nephews, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and extended family members. Pearl worked for the local Stimpson family for fifty-three years. In 1951 while working there, Pearl met and later married Ernest Limbacher, Sr. They were happily married for nearly 30 years until his death at age 84. Pearl loved cooking and cooked legendary meals for friends, neighbors, and family. Many received gifts of her baked and canned goods. In earlier times, Pearl catered for many organizations and families in the area. For a period of time she cooked at Highland Nursing Home near her home on 40th St. Pearl loved her succession of 100+ cats over her long life. Peaches, her companion of 17 years, just passed away a year ago. Pearl loved her home on 40th St. She knew and socialized with all her neighbors and loved inviting them and attending neighborhood get-togethers. Pearl would have wanted to give special thanks to Diana Lindsey, Anne and Gary Moore, and Kathy Dexter for all their help and kindness over the years. They, as well as son-in-law and daughter-in-law Ernest (Jr.) and Clara Limbacher, grandchildren (Ron Limbacher, Art and Diane Longstreth), and Robinson nieces and nephews, made it possible for Pearl to continue to live her senior life in her beloved home of 54 years. Many a photographer stopped and asked permission to take pictures of the Limbacher's old yellow, two-story Victorian farmhouse near Lake Padden which was built around the turn of the century. Pearl enjoyed tending the beautiful gardens around her home. The highlight of her gardening career was receiving an award from Whatcom in Bloom Association for one of the best gardens in Bellingham. The award hung on her wall until her death. Pearl is survived by many Limbacher step-children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and extended family, as well as by numerous nieces and nephews, including niece Louise Robinson (Weigel) and her new husband Terry, nephew Leonard Robinson and wife Susan, niece Eva Chamberlain and husband Chuck, and nephew Howard Robinson and wife Barbara — most all of the greater Portland, Oregon, area. Pearl was one of those very special people who was very easy to talk to. She truly cared about people and animals. She took great interest in others. The world will not be as good a place without Pearl. She was loved greatly by many. She is sorely missed. A visitation will be held from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Wednesday and Thursday, July 9th and 10th, at the funeral home (Lakeway and Woburn). Please join us for Pearl's graveside service on Friday, July 11th, at 11 a.m. at Enterprise Cemetery, 7041 Vista Drive in Ferndale. A gathering will follow at Correll Park Clubhouse (2223 Winterberry) off Main St.--diagonally opposite the Ferndale Library. Moles Family Funeral Homes & Crematory Bayview Chapel-Bellingham.
LIMING, Barbara Jean, 2412 Pacific Street, passed away May 30, 1983 at the age of 65. She was a lifetime resident of Bellingham and is survived by a very dear friend, Fred Bartleson of the family home; 1 daughter, Mrs. Cassie Allen Johnson; 2 sons, Lee and Glen, both of Bellingham; 8 grandchildren, Mike and Jerry Johnson, and Lori Reinke, all of Ferndale, Washington; Marty and Allsion Binchus (sic) of Bellingham; Steven and Christie Binchus (sic) and Susan Kellas of Bellingham. She is also survived by 2 great grandchildren, Jeremy Johnson and Ryan Reinke. At Barbara's request there will be private burial services. Interment at Greenacres Memorial Park.
Arrangements by Jerns & LeVeck Funeral Chapel.
LIMING, Ralph W., age 62 of 3200 Northwest Ave., passed away in a local hospital Thursday, August 9, (1973). A resident of Bellingham for the past 40 years, he had been employed by the Burlington Northern Railroad for the past 33 years. He was a member of Bellingham's VFW Post No. 1585. Surviving are his wife Barbara; 2 sons, Lee and Glen Binschus, both of Bellingham; 2 daughters, Cassie Johnson of Bellingham, and Nadean Carr of Sumner; his father Don Liming of Seattle; a brother David Liming of Snohomish; also 11 grandchildren. Funeral services will be held in the Veroske's Bellingham Chapel Tuesday, August 14 at 2 p.m. with the Rev. E. F. Olsenius officiating. Burial Greenacres.
LINCOLN, Kenneth Craig - Visitation for Kenneth Craig Lincoln of 2984 Plymouth Drive will be from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. today and 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thursday at Jerns-LeVeck Funeral Chapel. A funeral Mass will be celebrated at 1:30 p.m. Thursday at Church of the Assumption with Rev. Woody McAllister officiating. Burial will be in Bayview Cemetery. Mr. Lincoln died at home Sunday, Oct. 15, 1995. He was 81. Born April 12, 1914, to Oscar and Alta Craig Lincoln in Rouleau, Saskatchewan, Canada, he served in the Royal Canadian Air Force during World War II. He married Maxine Jolly in 1956. Mr. Lincoln worked at 3-M Co. for many years. A member of Church of the Assumption, he enjoyed cooking, gardening, sewing, quilting and music. He also was a member of the Canadian Legion. He was preceded in death by a grandson. Survivors include his wife of the family home; sons Corey Lincoln and Brian Lincoln, both of Bellingham; daughters Maureen Klever of Bellingham, Renee Akins of Whidbey Island and Marlene Nernburg and Brenda Coulter, both of Canada; and numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews.
LINCOLN, Maxine Jean, 74 of Bellingham, passed away July 29, 2001 at St. Joseph Hospital. Maxine was born January 18, 1927 in Los Angeles, CA to William and Marie (Parker) Jolly. She came to Bellingham October 1983 and was a member of the Assumption Catholic Church. She enjoyed quilting, sewing, cooking, canning, gardening, collecting cookbooks and loved cats. She was an avid reader. She taught school in Indian Hill, Saskatchewan during the 1940's and was a past-member of the Scotch Club and the Polish National Alliance. She was preceded in death by her sister, Rosemary Ullyott, of Saskatchewan and her grandson, Mark J. Lincoln. Survivors are her two sons, Corey and his wife Teresa Lincoln of Bellingham and Brian Lincoln of Idaho two daughters, Maureen Lincoln of Bellingham and Renee and husband Christ Akins of Whidbey Island, four sisters Genevive Freeman of CA, Marina Dell of Abbotsford, B.C., Patsy Kozack of Saskatchewan and Judith Ottardo of CA seven grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. Visitation will be 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. Thursday followed by a Prayer Service in the Jerns Funeral Chapel. A Mass of Christian Burial, officiated by Father Jay DeFolco, will be held 10 a.m. Friday, August 3, 2001, in the Assumption Catholic Church. Burial will follow in the Bayview Cemetery. Arrangements by Jerns Funeral Chapel and On-site Crematorium.
LINCOLN, Theresa Mae - Mass of Christian Burial for Theresa Mae Lincoln, 51 of 3897 Lummi Shore Drive, will be at 10 a.m. Tuesday at St. Joachim's Catholic Church on the Lummi Reservation with the Rev. Brian McGovern officiating. Burial will be held at Lummi Reservation Cemetery. Mrs. Lincoln died Thursday (Aug. 9, 1990) in Seattle. She was born Theresa Mae Peters on Sept. 18, 1938, on the Lummi Reservation. She married Gordon Sinclair in Seattle in 1974. Survivors include her husband Gordon Sinclair of Bellingham; mother Marian Dorothy Peters; Brothers Joseph and Larry Peters of the Lummi Reservation; sister Amanda of Victoria, B.C.; and numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. A prayer service will be at 7:30 p.m. Monday at the Lummi Neighborhood Facility. Arrangements are under the direction of Moles Funeral Home.
LIND, Bertha L., age 96 of 1311 McKenzie, Bellingham, died Sun., Oct. 12, 1980. She was a member of Our Saviour's Lutheran Church and ACLW. Her husband Helmuth preceded her in death. She is survived by 6 sons: Clifford and Robert of Bellingham; Leslie and Stanley of Seattle; Warren of Issaquah; and Jack of Edmonds; 3 daughters: Mrs. Jeanette Andrews of Bellingham; Dorothy Chamberlain of Seattle; and Maxine Condrin of Mercer Island; 2 sisters: Lulu Matsom of Bellingham; and Mildred Rinehart of Walla Walla; 19 grandchildren; 24 great grandchildren; 2 great great grandchildren. Funeral services will be conducted Thurs. Oct. 16, 1980 in the Veroske, Jerns and LeVeck Funeral Chapel at 2 p.m.
LIND, Bertil I., 79, of Olympia, died Thursday, Aug. 13, 1992 at Evergreen Convalescent Center. Olympia. Memorial services will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday at Greenacres Funeral Home Chapel, with Dr. Don Ganstrom officiating. Inurnment in Enterprise Cemetery. Mr. Lind was born Aug. 4, 1913, in Custer, to John and Gerda Lind. He graduated from Blaine High School in 1933 and was a member of the Washington State Patrol for 33 years. He retired as a lieutenant in 1973 after serving in Grays Harbor, Kitsap and Thurston counties. He enjoyed fishing and hunting. Survivors include his wife, Florence Lind, of Olympia; daughters Judith Lind and Joyce Lind, both of Olympia; sons John Lind of Bremerton and Jeffrey Lind of Kent; sister Jenny Kvalheim of Seattle; and three grandchildren.
LIND, Clyde Kenneth - A memorial service for Kenneth Lind of Bellingham will be at 1 p.m. Friday at
Greenacres Funeral Home in Ferndale, with the Rev. R. L. Christensen officiating. Burial will be in Greenacres Memorial Park. Mr. Lind died Saturday, Nov. 4, 2000 in Bellingham. He was 90. Born Feb. 10, 1910 to Axel and Selma (Johnson) Lind in Bellingham, he was a lifetime Whatcom County resident. Mr. Lind served as a chief machinist in the U.S. Navy during World War II. On March 16, 1946, he married Margaret Bergman in Bremerton. She died in 1993. Mr. Lind worked as a heavy equipment operator in many areas of Whatcom County and operated a floating crane for the Port of Bellingham. Mr. Lind was a member of the International Union of Operating Engineers Local 302; Bellingham Bay Lodge No. 44, Free and Accepted Masons; and Sehome Chapter 17, Order of Eastern Star. He enjoyed fishing and reading and credited his longevity to loving his work as a heavy equipment operator. His sister Helen Logan also died previously. Survivors include daughter Jeanette Van Loo of Lynden, sister Eileen Hart of Bellingham and two grandchildren.
LIND, Doris Inez, age 87, born Doris Chappell in Bellingham, May 30, 1904 to George and Edna Chappell, passed away January 10, 1992. She grew up at Blue Heron Beach on Samish Island at the home of her grandparents, George and Matilda Roney. She graduated from Edison High School and from the Bellingham Normal School in teacher education. Doris married Peter Lind on November 2, 1926 and celebrated their 65th wedding anniversary on Nov. 2, 1991. She was a member of Faith Lutheran Church and the Dorcas Circle. A fifty year member of the Wergeland Lodge of the Sons of Norway and a charter member of The Birchwood Garden Club. She enjoyed her family, friends, gardening and fishing. She is survived by her husband, Peter Lind, at the family Home; two sons, Donald and wife Margaret Lind of Bellingham, Victor and wife Cherry Lind of Sumner, WA; daughter Edna Easterby of Blaine; 9 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; 1 great-great-granddaughter. Visitation will be Mon, January 13, from 3-7 p.m. and Tues., January 14, 8:30 a.m. until time of service at Greenacres Funeral Home. A Memorial Service will be held Tuesday, Jan. 14, 1992, 2 p.m. at Greenacres Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Richard Christiansen officiating. Arrangements by Greenacres Funeral Home.
LIND, Ellen, age 74 of 1400 Logan St, passed away Sat., Jan. 20, 1979 in Bellingham. A 74 year resident of this city, she was a member of the Faith Lutheran Church. She was the widow of Mr. Frank Lind who was an early day merchant in Old Fairhaven and she is survived by 2 sons, Ted and Paul Lind, both of city; 1 grandson, 2 great-grandchildren, 1 greatgreat-grandchild and a friend Mrs. Marian Finzel, of City. Cremation at Greenacres Crematorium. At her request no services will be held. Arrangements by Jones Funeral Home.
LIND, Helmuth L., age 95 of 1311 McKenzie St., passed away in a local hospital Friday, Nov. 29, (1974). A native of Sweden he had made his home in Bellingham since 1900 and was a retired owner of Barbee & Lind Paint Contractors. Surviving are his wife Bertha; 6 sons, Clifford and Robert both of Bellingham; Leslie and Stanley both of Seattle; Warren of Issaquah and Jack of Edmonds; 3 daughters, Dorothy Chamberlain of Seattle; Jeanette Andrews of Bellingham; and Maxine Codrin of Mercer Island; also 19 grandchildren and 20 great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be held in Veroske's Bellingham Chapel Monday, Dec. 2 at 2 p.m. with the Rev. Duane Thompson officiating. Cremation will follow.
LIND, Lucile, age 72 of 1320 Lakeway Dr., passed away Sunday July 15, (1973) at home. She was a long time and a very active member of the Silver Beach Community Church. Mrs. Lind came to Whatcom County in 1926, and was a first grade school teacher at the Columbia Grade School. Mrs. Lind was the Welcome Wagon Hostess for the Bellingham New Comers for over 25 years. She presently had an early morning short devotional program on Radio Station KOQT. She was also formerly secretary-treasurer of the Lind Gravel Co. until her retirement. She was preceded in death by her husband, Russell, in 1961. She is survived by a son Charles E. Lind of Bellingham; a daughter Mrs. Don Holmes, of Bellingham; and a sister Mrs. Melvin G. Holmes of Carlsbad, Calif. 6 grandchildren. Funeral services will be held Wednesday July 18 at 2 p.m. in Veroske's Bellingham Chapel, with the Rev. David Hansen officiating. Interment to follow in Greenacres Memorial Park.
LIND, Margaret - A memorial service for Margaret Lind will be held at 1 p.m. Thursday at Jones-Moles Funeral Home with the Rev. R. L. Christensen officiating. A private graveside service will precede at Greenacres Memorial Park. Mrs. Lind of 1162 Ellis St. died Sunday, Oct. 17, 1993. She was 82. Born June 30, 1911, in Sweden, she lived in Whatcom County for 48 years. She was a past worthy matron of Sehome Eastern Star, past president of Zenobia Club and a member of Daughters of the Nile. Surviving are her husband, C. Kenneth Lind; daughter Jeanette M. Van Loo of Lynden; two grandchildren; and niece Jeanette Thompson and nephew Neal Bergman, both of Lake Geneva, Wis.
LIND, Peter - Visitation for Peter Lind of Bellingham will be from 9 a.m. to noon Tuesday at Greenacres Funeral Home, followed by a 1 p.m. graveside service in Greenacres Memorial Park near Ferndale. A memorial service will follow at 2 p.m. at Faith Lutheran Church, with the Rev. R. L. Christensen officiating. Mr. Lind died Thursday, March 22, 2001, at St. Joseph Hospital. He was 98. Born Dec. 13, 1902, to Peder Lind and Oline Kristine Oldsdatter Karlson in Haugness, Norway, he immigrated to the United States with five of his seven siblings in 1923 and joined the Norwegian community in the Sehome Neighborhood. On Nov. 2, 1926, he married Doris Chappell and they were married for 65 years. She died in 1992. Mr. Lind worked as a master shipwright and contributed to the wooden boat history of Whatcom County. He began his career at Pacific American Fisheries, working on Eliza Island, their south Bellingham shipyard, and King Cove, Alaska. He then worked for Wrang Shipyard on the Roeder Avenue waterfront. In 1930, he and his brother Hjalmar built the Lind Brothers Shipyard at Squalicum Creek on the waterfront. They sold it to A. W. Talbot in 1941. During
World War II and the Korean War, he worked as a construction superintendent at the Bellingham Shipyard. He later built custom wooden yachts in his shop on Birchwood Avenue. He retired from Weldcraft Marine. Following his retirement, he built a gill net boat and fished with his wife on Bellingham Bay. Mr. Lind was a charter member of Wergeland Lodge of the Sons of Norway and supervised the construction of the Sons of Norway wooden Viking ship float. He also was a charter member of the local Shipwrights Union. He was a member of the Faith Lutheran Church. Survivors include daughter Edna Easterby of Blaine, sons Don Lind of Bellingham and Victor Lind of Sumner, nine grandchildren, 13 great-grandchildren and three great-great-grandchildren.
LIND, Robert W. - A memorial service for Robert W. Lind of Bellingham will be at 1 p.m. Wednesday at Our Saviour's Lutheran Church with the Rev. James Stender officiating. A reception will follow. Private burial will be in Woodlawn Cemetery. Mr. Lind of 2314 Harris Ave died Sunday, Oct 30, 1994 of cancer at his home. He was 70. He was a lifelong resident of Bellingham and a member of Our Saviour's Lutheran Church. Survivors include his wife, Ruth Lind, of the family home; son Craig Lind of Bellingham; daughters Laurie Scherrer of Bellingham and Rebecca Bean of Anacortes; sisters Dorothy Chamberlain of Seattle and Mickey Condrin of Mercer Island; brothers Jack Lind of LaConner, Leslie Lind and Stanley Lind, both of Seattle, and Warren Lind of Ocean Shores; sister-in-law June Lind of Bellingham; seven grandchildren; and numerous other relatives. Arrangements are by Jones-Moles Funeral Home.
LIND, Russell E., age 62, of 3905 Idaho St., passed away in a local hospital Saturday, April 30, (1960). Mr. Lind had been a life resident of this community and was the operator of the Lind Gravel Co. Mr. Lind had been very active in civic affairs, and had been a 25-year board member of the Y.M.C.A. of which his various activities included the World Service Committee of the "Y" and his service as president of the Y's Men's Club, also of the "Y." He was also very active in the local Chamber of Commerce and served that organization as vice president under Will McCush in 1931. For the past few years Mr. Lind had been very active in the Silver Beach Community Church of which he was a member. Surviving relatives are his widow, Lucile, at home; one son, Charles E. of Bellingham; one daughter, Mrs. Barbara Holmes of Kansas City, Mo., and one sister, Mrs. Ida Benton of Bellingham. The remains rest at the Jones Funeral Home where services will be conducted by the Rev. George Ackley, Tuesday, May 3, at 1:30 p.m. Final resting place Greenacres Memorial Park. Active pallbearers will be Andrew Anderson, Clarence Anthony, Bob Dawes, Milton Orphan, Kenneth Lind and Leonard Luedke. Honorary pallbearers will be Lloyd Snider, Dan O'Leary, Carl Campbell, Fred Zehnder, Glen Keith and Lyman Judson.
LIND, Selma, age 91, passed away Weds., Jan. 17, 1979. She was formerly of 2010 Woburn St. and was a
resident of this community most of her life. She was a member of Urania Lodge No. 414 Order of Vasa. She is survived by 1 son, C. Kenneth Lind of city. 2 daughters: Mrs. Helen Logan of Redmond, WA; and Mrs. Eileen McConnell of Seattle. 2 granddaughters: Mrs. Linda Ellefson of Bothell and Mrs. Jeanette VanLoo of Lynden. 2 great grandchildren: Miss Laura Lee Ellefson of Bothell and Jeffrey Scott VanLoo of Lynden. A sister, Anna in Sweden. Services Sat. Jan. 20th at 1 p.m. at the Jones Funeral Home. Rev. E. E. Olsenius officiating. Interment Mon. Jan. 22nd at Greenacres Memorial Park.
LINDBERG, Arvid Wallentine, age 74, passed away at a local hospital Sunday, July 2, 1944 following a three-month illness. Mr. Lindberg had lived in Bellingham for thirty years. He was a member of the Faihaven Methodist church and Bellingham Aerie No. 31, F. O. E. He is survived by his widow, Matilda Lindberg; one son, Ray Lindberg, Portland, Ore.; two daughter, Evelyn Richards, Port Orchard, Wash.; Stella Lindberg, Seattle; five grandchildren, and one sister, Mrs. J. E. Odell, Chicago, Ill. His remains rest at the funeral home of Harlow-Hollingsworth where funeral services will be conducted by Rev. Ira G. McFarland Wednesday, July 5, at 1 p.m. Interment, Bay View cemetery, where services will be conducted by the Fraternal Order of Eagles.
LINDBERG, Emma Helen, (Hervin), age 95 passed away Aug. 6, 1984 in Blaine. Surviving are one son Carl
Lindberg of Blaine; a daughter Phyllis Lindberg of Blaine and daughter Jeanne Korby of Chicago; 7
grandchildren, 4 great-grandchildren. She was a member of the Grace Lutheran Church in Blaine. Services are pending at the Jerns LeVeck Funeral Chapel.
LINDBERG, Gus, age 79, 502 Mead Ave., Everson, passed away in a local hospital Friday, May 11, (1973). A resident of Everson since 1916 he was a retired owner of Everson Implement Company. He was a 50 year and Past Master of Nooksack Lodge No. 192 F&AM, Mt. Baker Post No. 121 American Legion, Everson Lions Club, 47 year member of the Everson Volunteer Fire Dept, 28 year member of the Firs Commissioners Assoc., the Everson Presbyterian Church, the Advisory and Executive Council, Mt. Baker Council of the Boy Scouts of America, a 10 year member of the Everson City Council and was the 1968 Whatcom County Citizen of the Year. Surviving are his wife, Lilly; 1 son, Eric of Oak Harbor; one daughter, Ingrid Dahlgren of Forks; 2 brothers, John of Everson, Eric in Sweden; 2 sisters, Julia Bystrom and Tekla Lundgren, both in Sweden; also 6 grandchildren. Funeral services will be held in Bellingham Veroske's Funeral Chapel, Wednesday, May 6 at 1 p.m. with the Rev. David Mann officiating, assisted by Nooksack Lodge No. 192 F&AM. Burial Greenacres Memorial Park.
LINDBERG, Lilly M., age 89, formerly of Everson, passed away in Stanwood Sun., Oct. 7, 1984. She was a member of the Everson Presbyterian Church and the Eastern Star Nooksack Chapter. She leaves to survive 1 son, Eric Lindberg of Oak Harbor; 1 daughter, Ingrid Dahlgren of Forks, WA; 1 brother, Lennart Jarlen of Stockholm; 1 sister, Olga Soderberg of Sweden; 6 grandchildren; 8 great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be Oct. 10 at 1 p.m. in the Everson Presbyterian Church with Rev. David Loper officiating. Interment to follow in Greenacres Memorial Park under the direction of Jerns & LeVeck Funeral Chapel.
LINDBERG, Peter J. of Shoreline, WA, passed away in Bellingham on Saturday, April 15, 2006, at age 72. He worked as a writer for magazines. Survivors include son Steve Lindberg of Bellingham.
LINDBLOM, Ethel E., age 80 of 2925 Victor Street, Bellingham, died at her residence, Fri., Jan. 11, 1980. She is survived by her husband William, daughters: Mrs. Melvin (Lois) Gwinner of Lynden, Mrs. William (Eloise) Boline of Bellingham, and Mrs. Dale (June) Baldwin of Eureka, California. A brother William Howe of Tempe, Arizona. 9 grandchildren and 15 great grandchildren. Funeral services will be held in Veroske, Jerns & LeVeck Funeral Chapel Tues., Jan. 15 at 11 a.m. with burial to take place at Greenacres Memorial Park. She worked in Physical Therapy Unit at St. Josephs for many years.
LINDBLOM, William E., age 83 formerly of 2925 Victor Street, died Saturday, March 27, 1982 after a
lingering illness. Born in Salina County, Kansas, he had been a 50 year resident of the area He was a Bill Poster and commercial Fisherman and an active sportsman. He was preceded in death by his wife Ethel in 1980 and is survived by 3 daughters, Mrs. Melvin (Lois) Gwinner of Lynden; Mrs. William (Eloise) Bolin of Bellingham; and Mrs. Dale (June) Baldwin of Eureka, California; 9 grandchildren; 17 great grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. Graveside services will be held Wednesday, March 31, 1982 at 2 p.m. in Greenacres Memorial Park with Rev. Richard Talley officiating. Service arrangements by Veroske, Jerns & LeVeck Funeral Chapel.
LINDBORG, Salem, age 86 of 2831 Grant St., passed away Friday May 13, (1977). Mr. Lindborg had been a resident of Bellingham for the past 65 years, was a retired auto mechanic, member of Whatcom Lodge No. 151 F&AM, Order of Vasa, Musician & Machinest Unions and the Senior Center. He leaves to survive his wife, Siri V. Lindborg of the family home, stepson, John G. Smith of Huntsville, Alabama, step-daughter, Mrs. Bernice Methe of Seattle, 6 grandchildren, Larry Gardner of Seattle, Mrs. Steven Baird of Pomi Om Pomona, Calif., Robert Methe of the U.S. Navy, Renee and Rhonda Methe of Seattle, and Peter Smith of Huntsville, 8 great-grandchildren, 1 brother, Einar Lindberg of Sweden. Memorial services will be held Monday May 16 at 1:30 p.m. in the Chapel of the Westford Funeral Home. Cremation Greenacres Memorial Park.
LINDBORG, Siri V., age 88, of 1400 12th St., Bellingham, passed away October 12, 1987. She was born in Sweden on June 3, 1899 and moved to Whatcom County at the age of 22. She worked as a baker and cook at WWU for 12 years; was a member of the Order of Vasa of Bellingham. She is survived by: a son Gilbert "Gib" Smith and his wife Pat of Huntsville, AL; a daughter, Bernice Methe and her husband Robert G. of Seattle; 4 grandchildren, Robert C. Methe, Renee LeMay, Rhonda Methe all of Seattle and Peter Smith of Huntsville, AL; 1 great granddaughter, Alyssa LeMay; 3 sisters, Karin Lindman of Bellingham; Agda Johansson and Martha Kullberg both of Sweden; numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. Funeral services will be held Fri., Oct. 16th at 1:30 p.m. at Greenacres Funeral Home, located at the corner of NW and Axton Rds., with Rev. R. C. Christensen officiating. Arrangements by Greenacres Funeral Home.
LINDAHL, Lorraine Kay, 58, passed away peacefully on Saturday March 26, 2005 after a courageous battle with ALS. She was in the good company of caring family and friends. Lorraine was born October 19, 1946 in California. She attended San Francisco State University where she completed a Master's Degree. After living most of her life in California, with a brief stay in Paris, she moved to Bellingham in 1993. She was an active member of the Bellingham Unitarian Fellowship and the Whatcom County Democrats where she served as a PCO. She loved taking nature photographs, playing the piano, traveling, cooking, sailing, and enjoying all the beauty nature has to offer. Most recently she worked at T-Mobile, but her greatest joy was being a loving mother to her daughter Lily Constans, 20, who is attending the University of Washington. Lorraine had a large group of wonderful friends, and her lively spirit will be deeply missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing her. She will be remembered as a fighter who would never give up on life. She is survived by her daughter Lily Constans, and numerous cousins in Finland and Vancouver, WA. A memorial service will be held to celebrate her life, at the Bellingham Unitarian Fellowship, 1708 "I" Street, Bellingham on Sunday, April 17th at 1:00 p.m.
LINDAL, Janice Meredith, age 60, of Blaine passed away, Sat. Nov. 9, 2002 in Bellingham. Born Feb. 24, 1942 in Bellingham, to Magnus G. & Bernice L. (Allen) Lindal, she was a lifelong resident of Whatcom County. She was active at the Blaine Senior Center and enjoyed attending several local churches, including the Ferndale Seventh Day Adventist. She loved music and enjoyed listening to & singing all types of music. She also enjoyed arts & crafts, and especially loved spending time with her family, and talking with them on the telephone. She is survived by her brother Jerry & wife Carol Lindal of Blaine Nieces: Shannon & husband Randy Southland of Marysville, Tamera & husband Mike King of Blaine, nephews: Keith Nawman of Whidbey Naval Station, Ives & wife Addy Nawman of Phoenix AZ Great nieces & nephews: Alyssa & Samantha Southland, and Griffin & Brayden King, and Jordon Kley, and numerous other relatives & friends. Visitation will be Wed., Nov. 13, 3-5 p.m. and then from 6-8 p.m. at Ferndale-Moles Funeral Home, 2039 Main St. Ferndale. A Graveside Service will be Thurs. Nov. 14, 1:00 p.m. at Enterprise Cemetery, 7041 Vista Dr. Ferndale, followed by a Memorial Service at the Blaine Senior Center, 763 H Street, at 3:00 p.m. The Reverend David Riddle will officiate at both services. Arrangements by Ferndale-Moles Funeral Home.
LINDAL, Rena Margaret - Funeral services for Rena Margaret Lindal, aged 23 years, Blaine district resident, will be held at the Monroe chapel in Ferndale Tuesday afternoon at 12:30 o'clock with the Rev. W. Paul Fulner officiating. Interment will follow in the Enterprise cemetery. The deceased in survived by the husband Magnus Lindal; her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Dan Bainter; four sisters, Mrs. Harry Bjerstedt and Mrs. Duane Small, of Burlinton; Mrs. Mary Walkinson, of Marysville, and Helen, at home, and three brothers, Clyde, residing in Montana, and Guy and Edwin at home. [d. July 16, 1937]
LINDBLOM, William E., age 83 formerly of 2925 Victor Street, died Saturday, March 27, 1982 after a lingering illness. Born in Salina county, Kansas, he had been a 50 year resident of the area He was a Bill Poster and commercial Fisherman and an active sportsman. He was preceded in death by his wife Ethel in 1980 and is survived by 3 daughters, Mrs. Melvin (Lois) Gwinner of Lynden; Mrs. William (Eloise) Bolin of Bellingham; and Mrs. Dale (June) Baldwin of Eureka, California; 9 grandchildren; 17 great grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. Graveside services will be held Wednesday, March 31, 1982 at 2 p.m. in Greenacres Memorial Park with Rev. Richard Talley officiating. Service arrangements by Veroske, Jerns & LeVeck Funeral Chapel.
LINDE, B. Henry, age 74, of 113 E. Pole Rd., Lynden, passed away in a local resthome Sat. Sept. 25th, (1976). A long time resident of the Lynden Area, he had formerly been employed as the Decorating and Advertising Manager of the Lynden Dept. Store. A Bishop in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, he was instrumental in the building of the man chapel of the church in Bellingham. Surviving are his wife Rae at home, a son, Douglas of Renton, a daughter Yvonne Hughes of Las Vegas, Nevada. 5 brothers, Ragner and Fritz both of Seattle, Helge of Bellingham, Victor of Ferndale, and Alfred of Renton. Two sisters, Ranghild Safsten of Bellingham and Camorice Frankman of Ferndale, also 5 grandchildren. Funeral services will be held in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, Tues., Sept. 28th at 2 p.m. with Bishop Norman Cantanzaro conducting. Burial will follow in the Enterprise Cemetery under the directions of the Veroskes Bellingham Chapel.
LINDE, Dwayne - A graveside service for Dwayne "Buz" Linde will be at 10 a.m. Friday at Enterprise Cemetery. Mr. Linde died at his Sedro-Woolley home Monday, Feb. 14, 2000. He was 56. He was born Oct. 25, 1943, to Victor and Minnie Munson Linde in Bellingham. A surveyor for the U.S. Forest Service for 30 years, he enjoyed camping and skiing. Survivors include his mother; daughters Denise Merrill of Bremerton, Teresa Ure of Idaho Falls, Idaho, and Ellen Linda of Bothell; brother Ted Linde of Lynden; sisters Carolyn Moss of Custer, Lori Nearing of Longview and Marjorie Thatcher of The Dalles, Ore.; former wife Joan Linde of Twin Falls, Idaho; six grandchildren; and many other relatives. Arrangements are by Moles Funeral Home.
LINDE, Minnie Virginia - A graveside service for Minne Virginia Linde of Lynden will be at 11 a.m. Monday in Enterprise Cemetery in Ferndale, followed by a memorial service at 1 p.m. at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 5800 Northwest Drive, with Bishop Creg Dance officiating. Mrs. Linde died Wednesday, March 15, 2000 at her home. She was 84. Born Aug. 4, 1915 to Peter and Beda (Selander) Munson in Ferndale, she was a lifetime Whatcom County resident. In August of 1936, she married Elof Victor Linde in the Salt Lake Temple in Salt Lake City. He died in 1987. Mrs. Linde was a member of the Sunshine Club. During her later years, she enjoyed the friendship of the residents of Heather Square. She loved to quilt and bake and enjoyed gardening and flowers. Her son Dwayne M. Linde died earlier this year. Her sisters Anna McCrary, Elsa Holmes, Clara Long and Alyce Whalen and brother Herbert Munson also died previously. Survivors include daughters Carolyn Moss of Custer, Delores Nearing of Longview and Marjorie Thatcher of The Dalles, Ore.; son Ted Linde of Lynden; 21 grandchildren; and 23 great-grandchildren. Arrangements are by Moles Funeral Home of Ferndale.
LINDE, Victor, age 74, of 3061 Aldergrove Rd., Ferndale, passed away Wed., April 15, 1987 in Bellingham. He was born March 4, 1913 in Ferndale, WA, was a lifetime Ferndale and Pleasant Valley resident, was a dairy farmer, belonged to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, Ferndale First Ward and was active in the Ferndale Volunteer Fire Dept and other community affairs. He was preceded in death by his daughter, Sigrud Reynoldson; brothers Henry and Helge Linde. He leaves to survive his wife Minnie of the family home; 2 sons, Ted and wife Suzanne Linde of Lynden, Dwayne "Buz" Linde of Sedro Woolley; 3 daughters Carolyn and husband Ira Moss of Custer, Delores and husband Terry Nearing of Longview, WA, Marge and husband Eric Thatcher of Bremerton; 21 grandchildren; 1 great-granddaughter; 3 brothers, O. R. Linde of Redmond, WA; Fritz Linde of West Seattle; Alf Linde of Ferndale; 2 sisters, Cemoria Frankman of Renton, Ranghilde Safsten of Bellingham; numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. Funeral services will be Mon., April 20, 1 p.m. at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, Ferndale First Ward, 5800 Northwest Rd., with Bishop Derrill Adair officiating. Burial Enterprise Cemetery. Arrangements by Moles Funeral Home.
LINDELL, David Lee, 21, son of John and Gloria Lindell of 8783 Northwest Road, died Wednesday at Camp Pendleton, Calif., in a swimming accident. Arrangements are pending at Gillies Funeral Home.
LINDELL, Siri, age 85, of Bellingham, died Saturday, March 30, 1996 at Mt. Baker Care Center. She was born on December 15, 1910, in Umeo, Sweden, to Nels and Nanny Marie (Hedman) Jonson. Moved from Sweden to South Dakota in 1912; married Charles Walter Lindell in 1929, then moved to Bellingham in 1941. She worked at George's Restaurant, then as a receptionist for many years for Dr. Arthur Watts. She was a member of Faith Lutheran Church in Bellingham and enjoyed her family, friends, crocheting and hand work. Mrs. Lindell is survived by her son DuWayne Lindell and wife Lola of Ferndale; daughter, Yvonne Steinmetz of Seattle; son, Courtney Lindell and wife LaVerne of Bellingham; brothers, John Jonson of Seattle, Norman Jonson of Sacramento, CA; thirteen grandchildren; 9 great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. She was preceded in death by her husband in 1956; son LaVerle Lindell and his wife Barbara; one sister and three brothers. A Funeral service will be held Friday, April 5, 1996, 2 p.m. at Moles Funeral Home
Chapel in Ferndale, with burial at Greenacres Memorial Park with Rev. R. L. Christenson officiating.
Arrangements by Moles Funeral Home in Ferndale.
LINDENSTRUTH, Ruth - Funeral services for Miss Ruth Lindenstruth, aged 15 years, beloved daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Lindenstruth, who passed away at the family home, 1815 I street, Friday afternoon, August 28, (1931), after several months' illness, were held at the Broadway United Presbyterian church this afternoon, Monday August 31, with the Rev. Leonard L. Gaylord, pastor, officiating. Interment followed in the family plot in Greenacres Memorial Park under the direction of the Homer Mark Mortuary. Honorary bearers were Miss Elizabeth Cozier, Miss Katherine Moss, Miss Ruth Elsie Lyle, Miss Barbara Rogers, Miss Helen Masten and Miss Evelyn Hurlbert. Active bearers Lawrence Keyes, Sterling Keyes, Hamilton Morrow, Robert Schield, Stanley Norwick and Glen Cox.
LINDER, Donald LeRoy - On December 11, Donald LeRoy Linder passed away at the age of 68 in Spokane, WA
from a heart condition. He graduated from Bellingham High in 1953. He was preceded in death by his youngest son, John Linder, and sisters, Evelyn Kennedy, Harriet Myers, and Bernice Manning. He is survived by his wife Ruth, former wife Helen and their children: daughter Kathy & Stan Vander Pol from Blaine, daughter Janice & Galen Reynolds from Everson, son Don & B.J. Linder from Everett and ten grandchildren. Memorial Service will be held at Lynden Church of the Nazarene, 8686 Vinup Rd., Lynden, WA on Thursday, December 18th at 3:30 p.m.
LINDER, Lynn G. – A memorial service for Lynn G. Linder of Bellingham will be at 3:30 p.m. Wednesday in the chapel at Jones-Moles Funeral Home, with the Rev. Harold Minkler officiating. Mr. Linder died Monday, March 13, 2000, in Seattle. He was 48. Born Aug. 12, 1951, to John F. and Betty A. (Woody) Linder in Sedro-Woolley, he graduated from Centralia High School and attended Skagit Valley and Bellingham Technical colleges. Mr. Linder worked as a transmission specialist for many local companies for 23 years. An avid movie buff, he enjoyed fishing and camping and his gun collection. Survivors include his daughter Amy Linder of Seattle and sons Jarrod Linder and Gary Richards, both of Bellingham.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 17 Mar 2000)
LINDERMAN, Guy Oliver, aged 57 years, beloved husband of Mrs. Mary L. Linderman, passed away at the family home, 137 Cable Street this city, Wednesday evening, November 20, (1940) after a lingering illness. Mr. Linderman had resided in Bellingham for the past twenty years and was a member of the Methodist Church at Saskatchewan, and the Machinists Union. Surviving relatives besides his widow include mother, Mrs. Hattie O. Linderman, Bellingham; five sons, LaVerne, Guy Jr., Kenneth and Donald, of Bellingham, and William, of Seattle, and five daughters, Mrs. Ora Bennett and Miss Doris Linderman, Bellingham, Mrs. Hattie Henderson, Mrs. Lillian Harrison and Miss Bertha Pat Lindeerman of Seattle, Wash.; also four grandchildren. Mr. Linderman rests at the Bingham-Dahlquist Funeral Home, where funeral services will be held Saturday afternoon, November 23, at 1:30 o'clock, with Rev. W. Carl Calhoun, pastor of the First Congregational Church officiating. Interment will be made in Enterprise Cemetery.
LINDERMAN, Leatrice J., 60, 3810 Tana Vista Drive, died Thursday (July 5, 1984). She was born in Bellingham on Dec. 26, 1923. Survivors include her husband William A. "Bill" Linderman, a son, two daughters; six grandchildren, a brother and numerous nieces and nephews. Arrangements are pending at Westford Funeral Home.
LINDERMAN, William A. - A memorial service with military honors for William Albert Linderman of Bellingham will be at 2 p.m. Thursday at Jones-Moles Funeral Home. Mr. Linderman died Sunday, Jan. 24, 1999 in Bellingham. He was 76. He was born May 8, 1922 to Guy and Mary Smith Linderman in Bellingham and graduated from Bellingham High School. On Jan. 6, 1942, he married Leatrice J. Hunter. She died in 1984. During World War II, Mr. Linderman served in the 15th Army Air Corps. He was a member of Albert J. Hamilton Post No. 7, American Legion; Veterans of Foreign Wars Post No. 1585; and Moose Lodge No. 493 in Bellingham. He volunteered for R.S.V.P. delivering Meals on Wheels and was named Citizen of the Month by the group. He also volunteered at the Bellingham Food Bank. He enjoyed VFW social activities, fishing, traveling and visiting friends. Survivors include son Randy Linderman of Bellingham; daughters Sharrie Jenkins of Bellingham and Stacy Berndtson of Oxnard, Calif.; brother Guy Linderman of Bellingham; sisters Orrie Bennett of Murieta, Calif, Doris Dunn of Ontario, Calif., and Patricia Hawkins of Bellingham; eight grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews.
LINDGREN, Robert William - A graveside service for Robert William Lindgren of Burbank will be at 1 p.m. Monday at Greenacres Memorial Park. Mr. Lindgren died Wednesday, July 7, 1999. He was 74. He was born July 24, 1924 to Roy and Opal Hinote Lindgren in Everson. A U.S. Army veteran, he served during World War II and fought in the Battle of the Bulge. A Tri-Cities resident since 1960, he worked as a truck driver for Boise Cascade for 15 years and owned and operated Robane Auto Sales in Pasco for 10 years. He married Alice Davis in 1973 in Ilwaco. He enjoyed ocean fishing. Survivors include his wife of Burbank; daughters Barbara Cook of Federal Way and Sandy Kirkpatrick of Pasco; five grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren.
LINDLEY, John S., dock superintendent here for more than forty years, much of which time he spent on the South Side, died April 1, (1943) at Medford, Ore., where he had resided since retiring ten years ago. Funeral services were held at Medford April 3. Mr. Lindley was born at Godfrey, Illinois, July 28, 1875, was a pioneer resident of Bellingham bay, for family coming to Fairhaven in 1889. They lived here continuously except for six years when they resided in Lynden because the Normal school and business college were located there at that time. Mr. Lindley is survived by two brothers, Robert W. Lindley, of this city, and George H., of Yreka, Calif., and a sister, Mrs. Harry Wright, of Seattle.
LINDOR, Ernie F., 91, of Anacortes died Saturday, Aug. 20, 1994 in Bellingham. No services will be held. After cremation, burial will be in Greenacres Memorial Park. Mr. Lindor was born March 3, 1903 to Hulda and John Lindor in Mandan, ND. He lived in Anacortes most of his life, where he operated the West Coast Creamery for many years, then worked for Darigold until retiring in1968. He enjoyed golf and bowling, and volunteered at the Anacortes Senior Center. Mr. Lindor's wife, Laura, preceded him in death on Oct 21, 1982. Survivors include his sister, Flora Westerlund of Bellingham; daughter Claudia Uhrig of Bellingham and Donna Stricker of Frederickstown, MO; son Ernie Lindor Jr. of Woodinville; six grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Arrangements are by Jones-Moles Funeral Home and Cremation Service.
LINDQUIST, Dale Edward, 53, 800 N. Shore Drive, Bellingham passed away May 26, 1991 at St. Joseph Hospital. He was born April 3, 1938 in Bellingham and was a lifetime resident. Mr. Lindquist worked as a warehouseman for the Port of Bellingham from 1968 to 1982 and was a member of the Veteran's of Foreign Wars, American Legion and the Bellingham Moose Lodge #493. He was an avid Seahawk fan and was known of his love for his dog "Willie" who was a "special breed." Survivors are his sons, Michael Lindquist and Erik Lindquist of Bellingham; daughters, Deborah Shaw of Seattle and Kim Jule of Everett; Father and his wife, Oscar and Loretta Lindquist of Bellingham; Stepfather, John Meyer of Arizona; Grandmother, Ivy Jansen of Spokane, WA; Brothers, Robert "Skip" Lindquist of Everson, Dave Lindquist of Lynden; Daniel Lindquist of Bellingham, three grandchildren; numerous nieces and
nephews. He was predeceased by his mother, June Myer in 1989. A Memorial Service will be held 10 a.m. Saturday, June 1, 1991 at Jerns LeVeck Funeral Chapel.
LINDQUIST, Ethel May - Homemaker Ethel May Lindquist, 73, of 3804 Britton Road, died Dec. 27, (1988) in Bellingham. She is survived by her husband, Ralph A. Lindquist Sr., of the family home; and three sons, Eugene of Everett, and Ralph A. Jr. and Theodore, both of Bellingham. At her request, there will be no services. The body was cremated by the Whatcom Cremation Association.
LINDQUIST, Eric A., age 95 passed away June 6, 2006 at his "second home" Bellingham Health Care & Rehab. He was born July 19, 1910 in New Westminster, B.C., Canada to Carl and Wilhemina Lindquist. Eric worked for and retired from Mt. Baker Plywood. His talents include playing numerous instruments and woodworking. He had a great sense of humor and loved to tease. Eric really enjoyed horseshoes, and even built a horseshoe pit in his backyard. After Matilda "Mattie" passed away, he became involved with the Bellingham Senior Center, where he developed new friendships and enjoyed meals and card games. Eric was preceded in death by daughter Pennie Davis in 1990 and wife Mattie in 1995. He is survived by grandchildren Kelli (husband Ernesto) Lopez, Belinda (husband Tim) Sullivan, Jeffrey Davis, Neil "Skeeters" Davis and Garrett Davis, all of Whatcom County, great-grandchildren Sarah, Eric, Anthony, Timothy, Bryant, Elizabeth, Hailey and Baby Sullivan "on the way." Also survived by close friend and neighbor Wayne (wife Bunny) Winsauer. A Life Remembrance Service will be held at Westford Funeral Home on Mon. June 12, 2006 at 1 p.m. with Pastor Wayne Winsauer officiating, followed by a reception across the street at Westford's Broadway Hall, 1300 Broadway. Westford Family Funeral Home & Cremation.
LINDQUIST, Matilda L., age 86, of Bellingham, WA, died Sat. Dec. 9, 1995 at Bayside Health and Rehabilitation Center. She was born Mar. 21, 1909 in Blaine, WA to Stephan and Kristiana (Magnusson) Arnason and she was a lifetime resident of Whatcom Co. Mrs. Lindquist graduated from Blaine High School and later moved to Bellingham where she met Eric Lindquist and they were married in the fall of 1936. She was a member of the Order of Eastern Star Maple Leaf Chapter. Preceded in death by her daughter Penny Davis in 1992; brothers, Hal Arnason Sr. and Joe Arnason, and a niece, Natalie Graham. Survived by her husband Eric A Lindquist of the family home; a sister Olive Bauthues of Custer; 5 grandchildren, Jeff Davis, Kelli and husband Jeff Young, Neil "Skeeter" Davis, Belinda and husband Tim Sullivan and Garrett Davis; 3 great-grandchildren; nieces and nephews, Emily Westerberg, B. L. Bauthues, Jr., Bonna Beck, Donald Bauthues, Hal Arnason, Jr., and Marceline Gordon. Services will be held at Westford Funeral Home 11 a.m. Thurs. Dec. 14, 1995.
LINDQUIST, Merle, age 49 years, of 2936 Chatauqua avenue, passed away at a local hospital, Friday, June 30, (1944). Mrs. Lindquist had been a resident of Bellingham for the past 35 years. She is survived by her husband, Mr. John Lindquist; four sons, Charlie and Richard, of Bellingham; William and Johnny in the U.S. service; three daughters, Mrs. Virggie Wood and Mrs. Evelyn Hammer, of Bellingham, and Elvira, of the home; four brothers, Bill, George and Ray Pittman, of Lynden, and Jim Pittman in Kansas; one sister, Virggie Jorgerson, of Bellingham; six grandchildren. Funeral services were conducted from the Cathedral Chapel of the Westford-Beck Funeral Home Monday, July 3, at 2:00 p.m., with the Rev. Alfred Goodwin, of the Silver Beach Community Church, officiating. Interment, Woodlawn.
LINDQUIST, Oscar E. - Visitation for Oscar E. Lindquist of Bellingham will be from 2 to 7 p.m. today at Greenacres Funeral Home in Ferndale. A graveside service will be at 2 p.m. Friday in Greenacres Memorial Park in Ferndale. Mr. Lindquist died Saturday, Sept. 2, 2000, in Lakewood. He was 86. Born Feb. 17, 1914, to George and Margaret (Mack) Lindquist in Goldbar, he lived in Whatcom County most of his life. In 1929, at the age of 15, he began working as a cabin boy aboard the ship Commodore. He continued to work aboard the Commodore as the ship's cook until he left in 1935. From 1942 to 1953, he worked as an engineering draftsman, then engineering manager and chief engineer for Bellingham Shipyard. He also worked as a civil engineer, then assistant city engineer for the City of Bellingham. He served as head of the city's Street Department for 25 years. Mr. Lindquist served as a member of the Board of Public Works. His son Dale Lindquist and brothers Louie and Vernon Lindquist died previously. Survivors include his wife, Loretta (Crowley) Lindquist, of the family home sons Robert, Dave and Daniel Lindquist stepdaughter Jean Bowler brothers Ralph and Chester Lindquist, both of Bellingham and many other relatives.
LINDQUIST, Per Einar - Funeral service for Einar Lindquist, age 86 of 8897 Giles Road, Blaine, were held Sat. June 13, 11 a.m. in Northwest Baptist Church with Dr. James Mason officiating. Interment Mon. June 15, 10 a.m. in Greenacres Memorial Park. Lindquist passed away June 10, 1981. He is survived by his wife Selma and children, Elmer Lindquist of Seattle; Mrs. Eleanor Tucker of Whittier, California; Mrs. Esther Swanson of Blaine; John Lindquist of Bellingham; and Mrs. Sonja Bedell of Olympia. 16 grandchildren; 9 great-grandchildren. Mr. Lindquist was a resident of this community since 1910; 71 year member of Northwest Baptist Church; Bellingham Bay Lodge No. 44 F&AM; Scottish Rite Bodies and the Plumbers and Steamfitters Union No. 40. Jones Funeral Home.
LINDQUIST, Phyllis G., age 69, passed away in Fairbanks, Alaska, April 16, 1978. Mrs. Lindquist had been a former long time resident of Bellingham. She leaves to survive her husband Ernst (sic) E. of city, 1 brother Archie Truax of city, 1 sister Mrs. Frances Diollon of Palmdale, Calif. Graveside services will be held Thurs., May 25, at 1:30 p.m. Greenacres Memorial Park with Rev. Herbert McLelland officiating under the direction of the Westford Funeral Home.
LINDQUIST, Ralph A. - At his request, there will be no service for Ralph A. Lindquist Sr. of Bellingham. Mr. Lindquist died Tuesday, May 22, 2001, in Bellingham. He was 90. Mr. Lindquist was born Dec. 27, 1910, to George and Margaret (Mack) Lindquist in Bellingham. Mr. Lindquist married Ethel Eklund. She died in 1987. Survivors include sons Ralph Jr. and Theodore Lindquist and brother Chet Lindquist, all of Bellingham. Arrangements are by Greenacres Funeral Home near Ferndale.
LINDQUIST, Richard M. (Pug), age 43, of 5109 Noon Rd., passed away in an Everett hospital Tuesday, March 30. A former coal miner and logger, he was employed as a longshoreman at the Port of Bellingham. Served with the U.S. Army in Korea, holds the Silver and Bronze Star. He was a member of the International Longshoreman and Warehouseman Union Local No. 7. He had been a life time resident of Whatcom County and was proceeded in death by his mother Phoebe Merle in 1944 and his father John in 1973. Surviving are his wife, Erlene and two sons, Richard Mark and Keevan Gene, all of the family home; three sisters, Virgie Wood of Silverdale, Evelyn Hammer of Everett and Elvera Frost of Bellingham; three brothers, Charles of Everett, William of Ellensburg and John of Puyallup, WA; also numerous nieces and nephews, who will miss him dearly. Funeral services will be held in Veroske's Bellingham Chapel, Fri., April 2 at 1 p.m. with the Rev. Eugene Born officiating. Burial in Woodlawn Cemetery.
LINDQUIST, Robert "Bob" age 63, of Bellingham, passed away February 7, 2007 during his weekly Wednesday Night Trail Ride with the Mt. Baker Bicycle Club. Robert was born on July 21, 1943 in Illinois. He graduated from High School in California and joined the Navy. He graduated with a degree in mathematics from Western Washington University after attending college in Santa Barbara, CA. Robert was a mapmaker, specializing in recreation and biking maps. One of his most recent and recognized maps was a self-published Bellingham-Whatcom County Bicycle Map. Bicycling was the love of his life including Oregon Coast Trips and local trips. He is survived by his wife, Kathleen Suit of Bellingham; son Erik Lindquist of Bellingham, WA; brother Ron Lindquist of Chicago, IL and numerous cousins. A Celebration of Robert's Life will begin at 7:30 a.m. Saturday, February 10, 2007 with the Mt. Baker Bicycle club Doughnut Ride and proceeding to Westford's Broadway Hall at 10 a.m. for a Celebration of Life; bicycle attire is appropriate.
LINDSAY, Christina Marie, age 23, of Bellingham passed away Fri., Sept. 29, 1995. She was born Dec 29, 1971 in Bellingham, and attended Bellingham High School. She is survived by her son Cody; her father Robert Lindsay and wife Margaret of Bellingham; her mother Pamela Frazier and stepfather Richard Frazier of Deming; brother Gregory Lindsay and sister Constance Lindsay, both of Ferndale; special cousin Tami Olson of Ferndale; numerous family members in Iowa and WA. Memorial services were held Mon., Oct. 2 at Good News Fellowship Church, Ferndale. Visitation will be Tues., Oct. 3, 9 a.m. until 8 p.m. at Greenacres Funeral Home.
LINDSAY, Donald Bert, age 54, lifetime resident of Whatcom County, died September 12, 1998 at his
residence. he was born February 15, 1944 in Sumas, WA to Bert and Nellie (Cieslar) Lindsay, where he grew up and graduated from Nooksack Valley High School in 1963. Donald married Daphne Thompson at Friday Harbor, WA, August 15, 1976. He enlisted in the U.S. Army and served most of his enlistment in Germany. He worked at WWU as custodian for many years. Don's love in life was baseball, he was named "King" in his early years. He was an avid sports fan-playing on the Beaver's slow pitch team and was a member of the Sumas American Legion Post #212. Don and his family loved to go camping on their property at Lake Tyee. He also loved his truck and western music. Donald was everybody's friend and loved by all. Preceded in death by his mother, Nellie Lindsay. Survivors include his wife Daphne Lindsay of Bellingham, WA; sons, Jason Lindsay and wife Tamara of Sedro Woolley, Jeremy Lindsay of Bellingham; daughter, Jessica Lindsay of Bellingham; father Bert Lindsay of Everson, WA; twin sister, Donna Pearson of Everson; nieces, Kelly, Randen and Shannon; godchildren, Alex and Jason Sutton; and numerous other relatives. Visitation will be at Westford
Funeral Home Chapel 9 to noon Thursday, September 17, 1998 follow by graveside services 1 p.m. at
Greenacres Memorial Park. Westford Funeral Home.
LINDSAY, Edith C., age 82, passed away at her home at 721 10th St., Bellingham, Thurs., Oct. 25, 1990. She graduated from Bellingham Normal School, now WWU; worked for Kay Walton's Ladies Apparel and worked for Wahl's Dept Store as a salesperson for 25 years. In 1958 thru 1968 she lived in Anchorage, AK. She worked for the St. Lukes Auxiliary in the hospital gift shop and was a member of the YWCA and Encore Group. She is survived by her husband Edward A. Lindsay of the home; daughter, Laurie and Douglas Lundgren, Samish Island; 2 sisters, Muriel Michael, Bellingham, and Nel Carlson, Seattle; 2 nieces, Lynne Jangard of Edmonds, Jane Williams, Seattle; 2 nephews, Gene Carlson, Washington, D.C., John Michel of Issaquah. Private family burial was held on Oct. 26, 1990 at Greenacres Memorial Park at 2 pm. Arrangements by the Westford Funeral Home.
LINDSAY, Edward Allan - At his request, no service will be held for Edward Allan Lindsay of Bellingham. Mr. Lindsay died Saturday, April 22, 2000, at St. Joseph Hospital. He was 92. Born May 7, 1907, to George and Sarah (Hammill) Lindsay in Bellingham, he graduated from Whatcom High School. He attended Bellingham Normal School (now Western Washington University) and Bellingham Business School. In 1927, he sailed on a fish-processing schooner from Bellingham to Kodiak, Alaska. Mr. Lindsay began his public service career at the Whatcom County Auditor's Office and held supervisory positions for the IRS in the Seattle and Anchorage, Alaska, districts. He retired from the IRS in 1968 in Anchorage, where he lived from 1958 to 1968. In 1968, he returned to Bellingham and worked as one of the first security guards at Sudden Valley. Mr. Lindsay was a member of Bellingham Elks Lodge No. 194 and a former member of Bellingham Yacht Club. He also belonged to the National Association of Retired Federal Employees, National Treasury Employees Union and the
International Footprint Association. His wife of 54 years, Edith Cox, died in 1990. Survivors include daughter Laurie Lundgren of Samish Island and many nieces and nephews.
LINDSAY, Madelon Marie passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family on June 25, 2007, in Bellingham, WA. She was born February 18, 1936 to Herman B. and Dorothy (Chance) Jacobs in Bay City, Tillamook, Oregon. She attended Riverdale Grade School, Tillamook Catholic High School, and Nestucca Union High School in Cloverdale, Oregon, remaining close to her fellow "Bobcats" and always looking forward to reunions. In 1957, Madelon graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from University of Portland, where she met and married Richard Lindsay, her loving husband of 49 years. They moved to Pullman, where she worked as an obstetric nurse. In 1961 they moved to Bellingham, where they would make their home for 46 years and their family would grow to eight children and sixteen grandchildren. Madelon continued her nursing career in geriatrics. She was passionate about nursing and cared deeply about all of her patients and their families. She was especially gifted comforting those bridging life and afterlife. Madelon had a beautiful heart, overflowing with an indescribable generosity that touched countless lives. Her passions also included her cherished children and grandchildren, as well as all of their friends, who would come over to visit with her, many feeling like she was a mother and true friend to them, one and all. She loved to travel with her family to Hawaii, Europe, Rock Island, B.C., and the Oregon Coast. She also loved to share her happy memories of Tillamook – catching crawdads, working on the dairy farm, and listening to her father play the fiddle. She loved music and dancing throughout her life. Preceded in death by her father and two brothers, Jerry and Bernie, Madelon is survived by her children: Jeffrey (Sonja) Lindsay, Layne (Dale) Holt, Janine (Bruce) Parker, Lisa (Dave) Johnson, all of Bellingham, Matthew (Julie) Lindsay of Chehalis, Laura Lindsay (Shawn Scott) of Austin, TX, Kristin (Michael) Stollov of Brier, WA, and Heidi Lindsay of Seattle; grandchildren Landon, Kramer, Jara, and Larissa Lindsay; Dani Lindsay; Alex and Paul Parker; Austin Lindsay-Oakley, Oliver and Luke Scott and Chad Tiffany; Dalaynie Holt; Lindsay and Jeremy Johnson; Natalie and Keenan Stollov; her 95-year-old mother Dorothy Jacobs of Tillamook, OR; seven sisters: Lois, Carol, Elaine, Therese, Myra, Ruth and Barbie; and six brothers: Jim, Don, Phil, Ray, Vic, and Steve. Madelon the daughter, sister, wife, mother, grandmother and friend, will be missed by all those who were blessed to know her. Memorial Services will be at 12 Noon on Thursday, July 12, in the Bayview Chapel at the funeral home.
LINDSAY, Robert A. "Bob", age 55, went to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on May 25, 2004, after a short battle with lung cancer. Bob graduated from Ferndale High School in 1968. He was a member of Local 40 Plumbers and Pipefitters Union, and a member of North Shore Church. Bob owned B & L Appraisals, where he was a real estate appraiser for the past 20 years. He enjoyed fishing, walking on the beach, and collecting cool "stuff". Bob was preceded in death by his father Chester Lindsay in 1970; brother Tommy Lindsay in 1946; and stepfather Grover Richbaw in 1997. He is survived by his wife, Rosemary; daughters, Ronda Siler, Rachelle Eastwood, Leah Chilcote; mother, Juanita Richbaw; stepsons, Rich Blake, Jared Robertson, Damon Robertson; stepbrother, Gary Richbaw; eight grandchildren; and other relatives. Bob was a loving and wonderful husband and father. A memorial service will be held Friday, May 28, at 11:00 a.m., at North Shore Church, 747 Marine Drive in Bellingham, with Reverend Bob Friske officiating.
LINDSAY, Sherwood E. "Gene" died Wednesday, November 26, 1997, in Bellingham, WA. He was born in Seattle on June 28, 1912, to Sherwood Coleman and Lillian Augusta Lindsay. He was 85 and a 50-year County resident. He attended Lafayette Grade School and West Seattle High School. A member of the West Side Presbyterian Church, Gene was also a member and Patrol Leader of Boy Scouts of America, Troop 285. He attended the University of Washington and worked for Ford, Bacon, and Davis during the Depression. He did inventory work and was a Senior Record Clerk, Tabulator, Associate Field Engineer, and Draftsman for Puget Sound Power and Light Co. In 1940, Gene became a Distribution Supervisor in Lynden; in 1962, he returned to Bellingham as Senior Distribution Engineer and retired in 1976. Gene was dedicated to public service; he was active in Kulshan Kiwanis for more than 30 years. He was also a member of Christ the King Koinonia Group at First Presbyterian Church. Survivors include his wife Imogene, of the family home; daughters, Wendy and husband Dwane Snook of Bellingham, Judy and husband Steve Eaton of Richland, OR, and Kathleen Suzanne and husband Lowell Graham of Alexandria, VA; 3 granddaughters, Sabrina Owsley Snook and Julie and Leah Word; and grandson Tyler Snook. A Memorial Service will be held at 1:00 p.m. December 1, 1997, at First Presbyterian Church with the Reverend David Murphy officiating. Private burial at Greenacres Memorial Park. Arrangements by Jones-Moles Funeral Home and Cremation Service.
LINDSEY, Charles M. - One of the county's oldest settlers, Charles M. Lindsey, died Tuesday (March 14, 1944) in a Bellingham hospital at the age of 74. He had been a resident of Blaine seventy years and in 1933 was awarded the Neterer cup at the Old Settlers' association annual reunion. Mr. Lindsey is survived by his widow, Willnetta, of Blaine; a daughter, Brabazon, of Hollywood, Calif.; four sons, Raymond, of Blaine; Derril, of Southern California; Delbert, present address unknown, and Pucker, on a minesweeper in the South Pacific; two brothers, Baker, of Seattle, and Fred, of Vancouver, B.C.; a sister, Eva Root, of Marysville, Wash.; two grandchildren and a great-grandchild. The body is resting at the McKinney funeral home here with funeral plans awaiting word from relatives.
LINDSEY, David C. passed into eternal life on Tuesday, June 12, 2007 at the age of 63. He was born April 3, 1944 in Longview, WA. His parents, Margaret and Joaquin "Bud" Lindsey preceded David in death. He is survived by his son, David J. (D. J.) Lindsey; daughter Michelle Lindsey; granddaughter Brianna Lindsey; grandsons Cameron Singh and Oscar Benitez; sister Dianna Torrico; and his dog C. J. David was a member of Garden Street United Methodist Church, Boy Scouts, and the Laborer's Union. He enjoyed family outings, including hiking and camping and loved racing mini sprint cars and driving to Arizona. David's other interests included watching pro wrestling and the Mariners, collecting coins, and rescuing pets. A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, July 7, 2007 at 2 p.m. at Garden Street United Methodist Church.
LINDSEY, John, 64, of 2619 James St. died Sunday (Jan. 12, 1986) at St. Joseph Hospital. He was born Dec. 3, 1921, in Dallas, Texas, and had been a resident of this area since 1969. Mr. Lindsey had worked as a bookkeeper for Bellingham Transfer Co. and was a member of Disabled American Veterans and the American Legion. He is survived by a brother and two sisters, including Mary Jo Mottinger of Bellingham. Services are pending at Jerns & LeVeck Funeral Chapel.
LINDSEY, Margaret Anna - A memorial service for Margaret Anna Lindsey of 3911 Broad St. will be at 1 p.m. Tuesday at Garden Street United Methodist Church with Rev. Leslie Ann Knight officiating. Mrs. Lindsey died at home Thursday, March 20, 1977. She was 83. Born April 17, 1913, to James and Margaret Kaylor Bowers in Stanwood, she lived in Whatcom County for 75 years. A 1929 graduate of Harmony High School, she also graduated from Bellingham Normal School and received an education degree from Western Washington State College. She married Joaquin "Bud" Lindsey on June 14, 1937, in Bellingham. Mrs. Lindsey taught in several schools in Whatcom County. She was a member of Garden Street United Methodist Church, Bellingham Theater Guild and Cascade Wilderness Club. She served as Girl Scout leader and trainer and Cub Scout den mother, and volunteered at Workshop for the Handicapped. She enjoyed gardening, knitting, baking, hiking, bird watching and camping. Survivors include her husband of the family home, son David Lindsey of Bellingham, daughter Dianna Lindsey-Torrico of Bellingham, brothers James Bowers of Boerne, Texas, and Paul Bowers of Cupertino, Calif., two grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Arrangements are by Greenacres Funeral Home.
LINDSLEY, Donald Dean, 53, of Bellingham, passed away during an extended illness doing what he enjoyed, camping out in a tent and living in the out of doors. He was camping in the Squalicum Mountain area when he died. He is survived by his sister Marilyn Lindsley of Medical Lake his brother Theron Lindsley of Mt. Vernon, twin nephews Christopher and Nathanial of Lynnwood, and a very special friend Carol Leitheard. Don was born on April 11, 1939 to Dorothy and Norman D. Lindsley in Chelan, Washington. He often spoke of his childhood and being raised at the 25 mile marker at Lake Chelan. His father was a mining engineer and worked both gold and silver mines from Chelan all the way north to Republic. Friends say Don would like up when he saw or spoke of mining, but he never followed in his father's footsteps. Don served in the Air Force Special Services for four years. The military sent him to Yale to learn the Chinese language. He served overseas in Okanowa where he monitored radio frequencies and kept logs on all Chinese broadcasts. After the service he went to the University of Washington and attended additional classes in Chinese language and culture. Don became a Chinese gourmet cook and while in Seattle he studied the marshal arts for approximately 3 years under Bruce Lee. He began working for Kwikform America as a union piledirver in the mid 70s where he continued to be employed through two ownership changes until his recent illness prevented him from continuing. He became a member of the Northwest Laborer's Union during his tenure. The company is now The Burke Company where Don developed several lasting friendships. Fellow workers say Don was a hard worker who prided himself on his strength and stamina. His ability to pack more scaffolding than two average men was legendary. He was loved and respected by his co-workers. Although Don was a great outdoorsman and in his youth quite a hunter, this intellectual man loved reading and went into in-depth study of everything he became interested in. He was very interested in the arts and although he preferred classical music, he liked all styles of music. Don could talk for hours on the variations and likeness between Willie Nelson and Beethoven. He was musically gifted and played a variety of instruments. He began with the violin, oboe and french horn but also played the bottles in a honky tonk band. His younger brother said Don's talks of music made classical exciting for him. His family, friends and fellow workers will put him to rest on Saturday, October 31, 1 p.m. at the Westford Funeral Home with Rev. Larry Guderian officiating. The Veteran of Foreign Wars Post 1585's color guard will attend the casket and present the American flag to his family. Arrangements by Westford Funeral Home.
LINDSLEY, Laurene Riette, age 92 of Bellingham, WA passed away September 21, 2001 at St. Francis
Extended Health Care. She was born June 28, 1909 in Spokane, WA to John and Riette (Pike) McKee. She was a 1927 graduate of Whatcom High School. Laurene married Wallie Lindsley in Bellingham, WA. She was a member of First Congregational Church and Bellingham Golf and Country Club. Preceded in death by her husband Wallie Lindsley January 22, 1980 and brother J. Melvin McKee. Survived by a daughter, Brenda and husband John Riseland of Ferndale, WA, sister-in-law, Nancy McKee of Bellingham, WA, niece, Molly O'Connor of Bellingham, WA, grandchildren, Julie Hoerner of Post Falls, Idaho, Karen Riseland of Lynnwood, WA, Jennifer Jim of Koloa, Hawaii and 5 great-grandchildren. Graveside services will be held 1:30 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 25, 2001 at Greenacres Memorial Park. Westford Funeral Home
LINDSTROM, Charles, age 77, of 655 Telegraph Rd, B'ham. Passed away Thursday, Feb. 27, 1986. Survivors include his wife Vera Lindstrom of B'ham; 3 daughters, Iris Kuhns and husband Percy of California; Mavis Hofman and husband Dale of Tacoma; Marcia Carter and husband Jerry of Oregon; 1 sister Eva Poyser of B'ham; 5 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren. Memorial Services will be held Mon, March 3, at 11 a.m. in the Jerns and LeVeck Funeral Chapel with Rev. Gerald Carter officiating.
LINDSTROM, Charles, age 77, of 655 Telegraph Rd., B'ham. Passed away Thursday, Feb. 27, 1986. Survivors include his wife Vera Lindstrom of B'ham; 3 daughters, Iris Kuhns and husband Percy of California; Mavis Hofman and husband Dale of Tacoma; Marcia Carter and husband Jerry of Oregon; 1 sister Eva Poyser of B'ham; 5 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren. Memorial Services will be held Mon., March 3, at 11 a.m. in the Jerns and LeVeck Funeral Chapel with Rev. Gerald Carter officiating.
LING, Violet V., age 76, died Wed., Dec. 2, 1998, at St. Francis Care Center. Born Feb. 23, 1922 in Balfour, ND to Herbert G. and Hadwig (Strube) Kohler, she had been a Whatcom County resident since 1947. A telephone supervisor for 26 years, retiring from pacific Northwest Bell in 1973; she was also an active member of St. John's Lutheran Church for many years. Preceded in death by her husband Norman Ling in 1972 and a brother, Vern Kohler of Palestine, TX, she is survived by son Merrill Ling of Bellingham; daughter Norma Miller of Everett; sisters Evelyn Trowbridge and Minnie Garvie, both of Santa Rosa, CA; grandchildren Wendy A. Woods of Bellingham, Donald Miller of Spokane, WA; Jodi Gibb of Lynnwood, WA; Jason Miller of Everett, WA; great-grandchildren, Rachel Woods; Lauren Woods; and Derek Woods, all of Bellingham. A funeral service will be held Friday, December 4, 1998, 1 p.m. at Greenacres Funeral Home Chapel with burial following in Greenacres Memorial Park. Arrangements by Greenacres Funeral Home.
LINGBLOOM, Leslie D., 58, 824 W. Smith Road, died Tuesday (May 31, 1983) in a nursing home. He was born Sept. 3, 1924 in Ferndale and was a lifetime resident of the area. He was a carpenter. He is survived by two sons, four daughters, three brothers, two sisters and five grandchildren. Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Friday at Moles Funeral Home with the Rev. James Mason officiating. Burial will follow at Woodlawn Cemetery.
LINGBLOOM, Mary A. - Funeral services for Mrs. Mary A. Lingbloom will be conducted by the Rev. David Danielson at 2 p.m. Tuesday at Moles Funeral Home, Ferndale. Mrs. Lingbloom, 87, Lingbloom Rd., a 71-year resident of Whatcom County, died Saturday (Jan. 4, 1975). She was a member of North Bellingham Community Church, North Bellingham Grange, and a charter member of the Bellingham Auxiliary of Major Weisenberger Camp, United Spanish War Veterans. She is survived by five sons, Roy of Tacoma, Paul of North Bend, Philip of Seattle, Leslie of North Bellingham and Lindy of Ferndale; three daughters, Edith Winkler of Kennewick, Clarice Donovan of Ferndale and Gladys DeNeui of Bellingham, and 30 grandchildren and 20 great-grandchildren. Burial will be in Woodlawn Cemetery.
LINGBLOOM, Mina A., age 85, of Bellingham passed away Wed., Feb. 4, 2004 in Bellingham. Visitation on
Sun., Feb. 8, 6-8 p.m. and Mon., Feb. 9, 9-12:30 p.m. at Greenacres|Moles Funeral Home. A funeral service will be held Mon., Feb. 9, 1 p.m. in Greenacres|Moles Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Bill Gilfillan officiating. Greenacres|Moles Funeral Home Cemetery
LINGBLOOM-HASKELL, Alta – A memorial service for Alta Mae Lingbloom-Haskell will start at 11 a.m. Tuesday at Northside Community Church. Mrs. Lingbloom-Haskell died Sunday, Nov. 12, 2000, in Bellingham. She was 83. Born March 27, 1917 to Alvin and Effie (Detweiler) Snyder in Edmonton, Alberta, she attended Simpson Bible College. A member of Christian and Missionary Alliance Church, she retired from Bellingham School District after many years as a secretary at Alderwood Elementary School. She moved to Bellingham and she married Carl A. Lingbloom in 1940. He died in 1991. She married Raymond E. Haskell in 1995. Survivors include her husband; daughter Carolyn Mullenix of Colorado Springs, Colo.; sons Ken Lingbloom and Rick Lingbloom, both of Bellingham; four stepchildren; and numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
LINKER, Arthur L. - Visitation for Arthur "Art" L. Linker of Bellingham will be from 1 to 9 p.m. Tuesday at Moles Funeral Home. A funeral will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday in Greenacres Funeral Home Chapel, with the Rev. Steve Van Vleck officiating. Burial will follow at Greenacres Memorial Park. Mr. Linker died Friday, Aug. 25, 2000, at Cordata Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center in Bellingham. He was 92. Born April 26, 1908, to George D. and Margaret K. (Walter) Linker in Ritzville, he lived in Whatcom County since 1926. He married Marie I. Manthey in Bellingham on April 8, 1939. Mr. Linker bred, raised, trained and ran thoroughbred horses that raced at tracks throughout the West and British Columbia. He was preceded in death by three sisters: Gertrude Linker, Rosetta Oakes and Helen Fry. Survivors include his wife, of the family home sisters Jeri
Todaro, Vicki Bacon and Elma Carmichael, all of Ferndale and numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. Arrangements are by Moles Funeral Home.
LINN, Frank J. age 72 of 14118 113th Ave. NE, Kirkland, WA. Passed away Sun., Jan. 4, 1987 in Kirkland. Mr. Linn was born Feb. 1, 1914 in B'ham, WA. He is survived by a son Douglas & his wife Linda of Kirkland, a daughter Shirley Ogg of Seattle; 2 sisters, Pat Roughton of B'ham; Francis Taylor of Miss.; 8 grandchildren; 4 great grandchildren. Graveside services will be held 1 p.m. Thurs., Jan. 8 in Greenacres Memorial Park with Pastor Arvid Satcher officiating. Under the direction of Jerns & LeVeck Funeral Home.
LINN, Iva May, 67, 2304 F. St., died Wednesday in a local nursing home. She came to Bellingham in 1920 at the age of 3. She was born April 17, 1917, in Montana. She was a member of First Baptist Church and was a past member of Daughters of the American Revolution. Survivors include her husband Frank Jackson Linn, a son, a daughter, seven grandchildren, two great-granddaughters, two brothers and three sisters. Graveside services will be held at 3:30 p.m. Friday in Greenacres Memorial Park under the direction of Jerns & LeVeck Funeral Chapel.
LINN, Lilly M. Countryman, age 87 of Ferndale, passed away November 23, 2009. She was born September
26, 1922 in Coulee City, WA to Henry and Mabel (Lilly) Countryman. Lilly was a loving Christian woman and a passionate caregiver, both professionally and to her family. She was a loving friend to everyone she met. Lilly had a calming spirit and was able to bring peace to others around her. Lilly was preceded in death by her parents; nephew Robyn Countryman and brother Ralph Countryman and his wife Lucille. She is survived by nephews Arthur Countryman and Daryl (Shannon) Countryman, nieces Millie Bushore and Dixie Alm, a large extended family, and many close friends. Visitation will be held at Westford on Fri. Nov. 27th from 3-5. A Celebration of Lilly's Life will be held at Westford on Sat., Nov. 28 at 1 p.m. Westford Family Funeral Home & Cremation.
LINN, Ralph Norman - A graveside service for Ralph Norman Linn of Blaine will be at 11 a.m. Thursday at Greenacres Memorial Park with the Rev. Ed Taves officiating. Mr. Linn died Saturday, June 21, 1997. He was 72. Born Sept. 19, 1924, to Alfred and Blanche Nims Linn in Seattle, he lived in Whatcom County for 12 years. Mr. Linn served in the Army during World War II. A member of the Orchard Grange, he enjoyed photography. Survivors include brother George Linn of Blaine.
LINRUD, Mary Belle - Graveside services for Mary Belle Linrud, 85, a member of the Ferndale Seventh-day Adventist Church, will be at 1 p.m. Friday at Woodlawn Cemetery, with Pastor Wes Olfert officiating. Mrs. Linrud, 6390 Church Road, died Monday (May 16, 1988) at her home. She was born March 28, 1903 in Jennings, Okla., and had lived in the Ferndale area for 53 years. Survivors include her son, Dan, of Ferndale; two daughters, June Linrud of Ferndale and Carolea Reigel of Bellingham; a brother, George Cox of Hallett, Okla.; six grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. Arrangements are by Moles Funeral Home.
LINSE, Donald R., age 65, of 308 W. Champion St., Bellingham, died Fri., Feb. 23, 1990 in Bellingham. He was born Sept. 30, 1924 in Raymond, WA. Mr. Linse was a WWII veteran and a retired logger and commercial fisherman. He resided in Bellingham most of his life. He married Hazel Turner in July 1945. He leaves to survive his wife Hazel of 45 years; 3 daughters, Judy Good and husband Larry; Bernice Jorgensen and husband Ken; Debbie Smith and husband Mark; 4 grandsons, 3 granddaughters; a sister, Delores Eckenberg, all of Bellingham; 3 brothers, Alfred, Kenneth and Leonard Linse; numerous nieces and nephews. Memorial service will be held Wed., Feb. 28, 1 p.m. in Jones Funeral Home Chapel. Services will be conducted by the Rev. John Williams. At Mr. Linses request cremation will follow.
LINTZ, Aaron C., of 6641 Old Guide Road, died Sept. 23, 1993 after an automobile accident. He was 19. Lintz's fiancee, Laura K. Hadley, also died in the accident. Visitation will be from 1 to 5 p.m. Monday at the old Jones-Moles Funeral Home, at the corner of Holly and Forest streets. Joint funeral services for Lintz and his fiancee will be at 1 p.m. Tuesday at the new Jones-Moles Funeral Home, at the corner of Lakeway Drive and Yew Street. Burial will follow at Woodlawn Cemetery. Lintz was born March 6, 1974, in Bellingham to Richard and Cynthia Lintz. A lifelong Whatcom County resident, he was employed by Ocean Star Seafood Co. in Bellingham. Survivors include his parents of Sand Point, Idaho; his brothers Rick and Matt Lintz of Lynden, and Jeremiah Lintz of Sand Point; sister Anna Lintz of Lynden; grandparents Earl and Mildred Lintz of Bellingham and Ruby Holeman of Seattle; great-grandmother Myra Shantz of Nanaimo, B.C.; and many aunts, uncles and cousins.
LINVILLE, Larry - 9/2/1947 - 9/2/2008 Longtime Bellingham resident Larry Linville passed away in Moses Lake, Washington on Tuesday, September 2, 2008 while playing golf with friends. Larry was born September 2, 1947 in Bellingham to Lester and Louise (Marvich) Linville. He graduated from Bellingham High School in 1965. He attended Mesa Junior College in Grand Junction, Colorado, before graduating from Arizona State University. Larry played centerfield for the ASU Sun Devils and was a member of the 1968 College World Series Team. In 1968 he was drafted in the first round by the Chicago White Sox and played professionally for four years. As founder and former owner of Prostock Athletic Supply in Bellingham, Larry was a generous supporter of youth athletics. Larry was an avid golfer and a dedicated family man. He will be remembered by many for his integrity, honesty, loyalty and his service to the community. Larry and Joann have lived in Yuma, Arizona since 2001. Larry was preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by his wife Joann, children Sean
Linville and his daughters Hailey and Malia of Bellingham, Christopher Linville of Bellingham, Julie Bensel (Chris) and their son Jackson of Portland, and Jill Kranc of Portland, sisters Lois (Jim) Boudousquie of Blaine, Lynda (Denny) Florence Bellingham, and numerous other relatives. A
Celebration of Larry's Life with reception will be held at Bellingham Golf & Country Club on Monday, Sept 8th at 11 a.m. Westford Family Funeral Home & Cremation Broadway at Eldridge.
LINVILLE, Louise Teresa, age 85 of Bellingham, passed away May 23, 2004 in Bellingham. She was born
April 14, 1919 in Sugarite, New Mexico to Louis and Mary (Jelodcan) Marvich. She was a long time member of Assumption Catholic Church. She worked as a cook for many years for the Bellingham School District and WWU. Louise married Lester Linville on June 10, 1941 in Everett. She was a sports fanatic, especially with baseball, and loved to crochet and play cards. Louise also loved to hunt and fish. Louise was preceded in death by her husband, Lester Linville, in 1951; brother Arthur Bengen; sisters Mary Paul and Martha DuVall; and her parents. She is survived by her son Larry (Joann) Linville of Arizona; daughter Lois (Jim) Boudousquie of Blaine; daughter Lynda (Denny) Florence of Bellingham; brother Ben (Sandi) Bengen of Bellingham; and sister Tona Hamstra of Everett; along with ten grandchildren, 15 great-grandchildren, two great-great-grandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews. A Visitation will be held at Westford Funeral Home on Wednesday, May 26 from 12 - 5 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at Assumption Catholic Church on Thursday, May 27 at 1:00 p.m., followed by a Graveside Service at Greenacres Cemetery at 2:30. Westford Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Broadway at Eldridge.
LIPSKY, Janice Clark, 81, made her transition on December 13, 2006, at her home in Lynden. Janice was born on May 18, 1925 and raised in West Seattle with her sister and two brothers. She graduated from West Seattle High School in 1943. In 1944 she married Garth A. Lipsky at West Seattle Christian Church. Janice is survived by two daughters, Kathy L. Shadrick, Carol L. Essick and partner Starr Johnson of Lynden; her brother Bob (Charlotte) Clark of West Seattle; two grandchildren Jennifer (Keith) Deshaies of Lynden and Bryan Essick of Seattle; and two great-grandchildren, Jake and Tessa Jones of Lynden. Jan spent 30 happy years serving in the King County council of Camp Fire Girls. She was awarded the national Luther Halsey Gulick Award for her service. For 35 years. Jan and Garth owned and operated their own business, L & O Distributing, Inc. in Seattle. Upon their retirement they moved to Sandy Point near Ferndale where they enjoyed many fishing and boating excursions. Jan was a very active and supportive member of Woodside Spiritual Center. A Celebration of Jan's Life will be 11 a.m. Saturday, January 6, 2007 at the Woodside Spiritual Center, Bellingham.
LIPSKY, Ruby H., 64 of Seattle, a former Whatcom County resident, died Monday (April 8, 1985) in Seattle. Mrs. Lipsky was born Feb. 18, 1921 in Wesby, Mont. and came to Whatcom County in 1934 with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Evan Rogstad. She lived here for a short time, moving to Seattle 50 years ago. She was a member of the Eagles in Seattle's Ballard district and of Bethany Lutheran Church in Seattle. Her husband, Melvin, preceded her in death. Survivors include a sister, Martha A. Lockridge of Ferndale; two brothers, Whymen Rogstad of Bellingham and Marvin Rogstad of Auburn; a stepson; a stepdaughter; and numerous nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be at 1 p.m. Thursday at Moles Funeral home with the Rev. Robert E. Johnson officiating. Burial will follow in Woodlawn Cemetery.
LISMAN, Emily, age 81 of 1200 Lincoln, passed away Sunday, April 4, (1976). She had been a resident of this community for the past 3 years. Surviving granddaughter and her husband, Mr. and Mrs. Donald Schroeder of Seattle. Funeral services Saturday, April 10, 4 p.m. in Jones Funeral Home with Rev. Lawrence Guderian officiating. Cremation.
LITKE, Gottfried J. "Fred", age 89, of 5606 N.E. 16th Street, Portland, OR, died Saturday November 20, 1993 at a Portland Nursing Home. Son of Gottfried and Anna Litke, born July 19, 1904 in Manitoba, Canada. He lived in the Bellingham area from 1943 to 1989 and was a building contractor here. While living in Bellingham he was a member of Calvary Temple. In 1989 he moved to the Portland area. Survived by two sons, Lowell Litke of Burlington, WA and Kenneth Litke of Vancouver, WA; a daughter, Thelma Werbin of Portland, OR; a step-daughter, Judy Richardson of Minneapolis, MN; 14 grandchildren; 31 great grandchildren; 2 great great grandchildren. Visitation will be held at Westford Funeral home Friday morning 8:30 to 12 noon. Funeral services will be held 1 p.m. Friday, Nov 26, 1993 at Westford Funeral Home Chapel.
LITTLE, Blanche G. of Marysville, a former Whatcom county resident and schoolteacher, died Wednesday (28 Aug 1985) in a Bellingham hospital. She was 84. She was born May 22, 1901, in Bryant, Wash., and came to the Laurel area when she was six months old with her parents, Bradford and Mary Slack. She graduated from Meridian High School and Washington College of Education. She was a teacher at North Bellingham, Harmony and Custer elementary schools, and also taught and served as elementary school librarian in a number of Washington communities. Her teaching career spanned more than 40 years. She and her husband, Merrel, lived in and near Bellingham for many years. They lived in Eastern Washington for several years in the 1950s before returning to Snohomish. In 1975 they moved to Marysville. Mrs. Little retired in 1964. She was interested in homemaking and gardening, and was active in veterans' affairs. She was a member of VFW Post 1585 Auxiliary 1173 in Snohomish, where she served as chaplain. She attended the United Methodist Church in Marysville. Besides her husband of 64 years, she is survived by a son, Royal Little of Yakima, two granddaughters; and a great-grandson. Graveside services will be at 3 p.m. Friday at Woodlawn Cemetery, with the Rev. Wayne Francis officiating.
LITTLE, Joel, age 65, of Ferndale passed away April 26 after a battle with cancer. He was born February 4, 1944 in Santa Barbara, California. He entered the Marine Corp and served two tours in Vietnam where he was awarded the Honor of Notorious Merit. He was a commercial fisherman who fished the waters of Washington, Alaska and California for many years. Joel was a skillful carpenter who particularly loved working on boats. He was an excellent cook in the galley as well as at home. Joel was preceded in death by both of his parents, as well as his sister, Jeannine Bouchard. He is survived by his wife of 20 years, Janet Askov of Ferndale, two sons; Joel and Jeff Little of Everson, step-daughters; Lorinda Donahue (Don) of Bellingham, Kelly Feenstra (Steve) of Blaine, Kristina Alexander (Ray) of Birch Bay, step-son; Donovan Askov of Bellingham, sisters; Charmaine
Hetterly (Lee) of Everson, Jacqueline Auten of Montesano, numerous nieces, nephews, grandchildren and too many special friends to mention. Joel marched to the beat of his own drum. He will truly be missed by all whose lives he touched over the years. Graveside Services will be held at Greenacres in Ferndale on Thursday, April 30th, 3:00 p.m. Following the service the family invites you to a reception with a no-host bar at Joel's favorite spot, Ferndale Bob's Burger and Brew. Upstairs.
LITTLE, Margaret Dorothy, age 39 of Clipper, passed away in a local hospital Monday, April 21, (1947). Mrs. Little had been a resident of this community all of her life and leaves to survive her husband, Grant; one daughter, Marie, and one son, Jack, all at home; parents Mr. and Mrs. Nicholas Fekety, of Maple Falls; one sister, Mrs. Pauline Weatherby, of Sumas, and one brother, Joseph, of Maple Falls. The remains are at the funeral home of Harlow-Hollingsworth, where services will be conducted by the Rev. L. E. Spencer, of Acme, Thursday, April 24, at 1:30 p.m. Final resting place, Van Zandt Cemetery.
LITTLE, Oma, age 83, of 1417 Huntley Rd., Bellingham, passed away Fri., July 16, 1993, in Lynden at the Christian Rest Home. She was born Nov. 3 1909 in Sioux Rapids, Iowa to John William and Lucella Betsy Harriman Huntley, and was married to Ralph E. Little in Everett on July 17, 1931. She was a member of the Victor Sunday School and the Laurel Grange. Oma Little is survived by daughters: Rose and husband Bill Griffin of Pensacola, FL; Anna Lou and husband John Parker of Ferndale; Doris and husband Jerry Brown of Lynden; Lucella VanLohuizen of Aberdeen; and Lola and husband Tom Stone of Everson; sons: Robert "Bob" and wife Colleen Little of Coulee City, WA; Ronald and wife Carolyn Little of Redmond, WA; and Elmer and wife Judy Little Enumclaw, WA; brothers, Lee Huntley of Lynden and Gilbert Huntley of Bellingham, 23 grandchildren; 25 great-grandchildren; and numerous other family members. Preceded in death by her husband, Ralph E. Little on April 20, 1985; 4 brothers, Timothey, LeRoy, Chan and Russell; one son-in-law, Lee VanLohuizen; and one great-grandson. Funeral services will be Tuesday, July 20, 1993 at 2 p.m. at Greenacres Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Bruce Morris and Rev. Rod Little officiating. Interment at Greenacres Memorial Park.
LITTLE, Renee L. - A visitation for Renee L. Little of Lynden will be from 1 to 9 p.m. Wednesday at Gillies Funeral Home in Lynden. Funeral services will be at 1 p.m. Thursday at Lynden United Methodist Church, with the Rev. Willem Romeijn officiating. Burial will follow at Monumenta Cemetery. Mrs. Little died at her home Thursday, Dec. 30, 1999 of complications from amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (Lou Gehrig's Disease). She was 44. Born in Renton on August 29, 1955, to James and Jean (Burt) Marenakos, she graduated from Lake Washington High School in 1973. Mrs. Little worked as an administrative assistant for the King County Fire District 25 and then Renton following their merger, and also was secretary for the King County Fire Commissioners Association. She married Thomas Little on Sept. 17, 1989, and they moved to Lynden in 1998. Mrs. Little was a member of the United Methodist Church and also served as church treasurer. She enjoyed writing poetry and shopping for antiques. She is survived by her husband, daughter Chelsea and son Trevor of the family home mother Jean Griffiths of Monroe father Jim Marenakos of Connecticut sister Debra Crozier of Monroe and numerous other relatives.
LITTLE, Ralph E. of 1417 Huntley Rd., Bellingham, age 77, passed away Sat., April 20th, (1985) in a local hospital. He was born Feb. 7, 1908 in Whatcom County and was a lifetime resident of Whatcom County. He worked as a heavy equipment operator, was a member of the International Union of Operating Engineers No 302 and was a member of the Laurel Grange. He is survived by his wife Oma; 3 sons and 5 daughters, Rose M. Griffin and husband Bill, Pensacola, FL; Anna Lou Parker and her husband John of B'ham; Robert E. Little and his wife Colleen of Sun Lakes State Park; Ronald N. Little and his wife Carolyn of Redmond; Doris M. Brown and her husband Jerry of Lynden; Elmer L. Little and wife Dale of Enumclaw; Lucella M. VanLohuizen and her husband Lee of Aberdeen, and Lola J.
Stone and her husband Tom of Everson; 1 sister, Dorothy M. Johnson of Bellingham; 1 brother, Donald R. and his wife Dorothy of Issaquah; 21 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held Wed., April 24th, 1:30 p.m. at the Jerns LeVeck Chapel, Rev. Jim Larsen officiating. Burial will follow at Greenacres Cemetery.
LITTLE, Wayne E., 85, who worked as a maintenance man at Silver Beach School, died Sunday (Sept. 27, 1987) in Lynden. Mr. Little, 205 S. BC Ave. Lynden, was born June 6, 1902, in Iowa and had lived in Whatcom County for 75 years. He was a member of both Bellingham and Welcome Senior Citizens centers and had attended Whatcom Christian Fellowship. Mr. Little's wife, Violet, and a daughter, Betty Thompson, died earlier. He is survived by three daughters, Elta A. Rogers and Roberta R. Hanson of Bellingham and Linda Axlund of Redwood City, Calif.; 14 grandchildren, 28 great-grandchildren, and two great-great-grandchildren; a sister, Marguarite Goheen of Bellingham; a brother, Milton Little of Bellingham; and numerous nieces and nephews. Graveside services will be at 11:30 a.m. Wednesday in the Van Zandt Cemetery, with the Rev. Jerry Gillians of Whatcom Christian Fellowship officiating. Arrangements are by Jones Funeral Home.
LITTLEFIELD, Christa, age 85, of 5617 Mt. Baker Hwy., Deming. Passed away Friday, April 11, 1986, in a local nursing home. She had been a resident of Deming for the past 56 years and was a member of the Deming Presbyterian Church, Charter Member of the Bell Creek Orthopedic, past treasurer of the Welcome Grange, and member of the Welcome Senior Activity Center. Public Graveside Service will be held Tues., April 15, 11:30 a.m. at Greenacres Memorial Park, with memorial services to follow at 1 p.m. in Deming Presbyterian Church, with Rev. David Loper officiating. Surviving: one son, Armond Grove of Silverdale; one daughter, Myrna Kindred of Deming; one sister, Agnes Secord, of Canada; 6 grandchildren; and 12 great-grandchildren. Arrangements by Jerns & LeVeck Funeral Chapel.
LITTLEFIELD, Elbert "Bert" of Lynden passed away on December 21, 2004. He was 76 years old. Bert was born on January 10, 1928, in Wiggins, MS., to Spurgeon and Ethel Littlefield. Bert served his country in the Army Engineers, 78th BN. He was a member of Christ the King Church in Bellingham and had a lifetime membership in the Camels Club in Lynden. Bert retired from Belco Printing after 41 years of service, and spent many years coaching little league baseball teams. He loved being able to play a small part in the lives of his players. His many hobbies included golfing, bowling and fishing, and in his later years, he spent many hours in his woodshop, making toys and furniture for family and friends. Bert also spent several years being a Cub Scout leader and had an endless
love for children, but his happiest moments of all were spent surrounded by his family. He had a huge heart, and a tremendous love for people, and he was loved by many in return. Bert was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Iva Evelyn Richards; brother, Spurgeon Littlefield Jr.; and his great-granddaughter, Tanisha Noland. He is survived by his wife, of 59 years, Jean Littlefield; sons, Jimmy and Craig Littlefield; grandchildren: Christy Antila, Carrie and Manuel Littlefield, Montse Garcia, Shawn Lentz, and Bodie Littlefield; and great-grandchildren: Zach, Katlyn, and Tanner Antila, Destiny Jeffries, Kevin and Raquel Littlefield, and Anabella, Phillip, and Brandon Garcia. A Memorial Service will be held on Tuesday, December 28, 2004 at 2:30 p.m. at the North County Christ the King Church in Lynden.
LITTLEFIELD, Emma Lind - A memorial service for Emma Lind (Kuske) Littlefield of Bellingham will be at 1 p.m. Tuesday at Goshen Community Church in Everson, with the Rev. Bill Peters officiating. Burial will be in Greenacres Memorial Park in Ferndale. Mrs. Littlefield died Friday, Oct. 20, 2000, at St. Joseph Hospital. She was 91. Born Aug. 22, 1909, to Henry and Ada (Urquhart) Kuske in Lind, she lived in Whatcom County for 81 years. On May 6, 1927, she married Eugene James Littlefield in Bellingham. He died in 1990. Mrs. Littlefield was a member of Goshen Community Church for 56 years. Her daughter Maxine McKnight died in 1991 and her son Leslie Littlefield died in 1996. Survivors include sons Raymond Littlefield of Bellingham and Levern Littlefield of
Everson daughter Barbara Jones of Marysville sisters Alice Stiyer of Bellingham, Violet Franklin of Mount Vernon and Marie Milne of Phoenix brother Al Thompson of Mount Vernon 18 grandchildren 26 great-grandchildren 10 great-great-grandchildren and many other relatives.
LITTLEFIELD, Eugene of Everson passed away Jan. 7, 1990 at a local nursing home after a brief illness. Born April 1, 1908 in Deming, WA., Eugene was the last member of a family at eight. He was a lifetime resident of Whatcom County. Eugene worked most of his life in the logging industry and retired from Great Western Mill in 1989. He took great pride in his yard and spent many hours in his vegetable and flower garden. Eugene loved to tell jokes and had one for almost every occasion. Eugene is survived by Emma, his wife of 62 years; 2 daughters, Maxine McKnight & husband John of Deming, Barbara Jones & husband Larry of Marysville; 3 sons, Levern & wife Betty of Everson, Leslie & wife Kathy of New York, Ray & wife Sue of Everson. He is also survived by 19 grandchildren, 24 great-grandchildren, 1 great great-grandchild and numerous nieces & nephews. Memorial Services will be held at Goshen Community Church, 6459 Mission Rd., on Thursday, Jan. 11, 1990 at 1:00 p.m.
Officiating will be Pastor Bill Peters and retired Pastor James Larson. Arrangements by Greenacres Funeral Home.
LITTON, Ronald C. - A memorial service for Ronald C. Litton of Bellingham, will be at 3 p.m. Tuesday at Cornwall Park Church of God with the Rev. Bob Marvel officiating. His ashes will be placed in Greenacres Memorial Park. Mr. Litton died at home Thursday, July 31, 1997. He was 56. Born Jan. 11, 1941, in Los Angeles, he lived in Whatcom County for 20 years. Mr. Litton worked for Sound Beverage Distributors of Bellingham. He enjoyed his work, gardening and his pets. Survivors include his wife, Helen, of the family home; stepchildren, Bryan Messick, Cara Benchwick, Tara Wright, Michael Brown, Craig Brown and Jeffery Brown, all of Bellingham; and brother Larry Smith of Burien.
LIVESEY, George, Jr., age 78, passed away in Bellingham on July 12, 2003. He was a lifetime resident of Bellingham. Mr. Livesey graduated from Bellingham High School in 1945. While he was serving in the Marine Corps, he attended the University of California at Berkeley and graduated in 1945. He then graduated from Stanford Law School in 1948. George was a member of both the California State Bar and the Washington State Bar. He was the Bellingham Port Commission's attorney for many years. George had many affiliations in Whatcom County over the years. He was one of the first Whatcom County Chairmen of the March of Dimes Association, and was a long-standing member of the Bellingham Golf and Country Club, where he served on the board of trustees. He was also a former National Director of the Junior Chamber of Commerce, and a past Exalted Ruler of the B.P.O.E. Over the last several years, Mr. Livesey struggled with complications related to a brain tumor, and eventually passed away from a cerebral hemorrhage. He celebrated his 58th wedding anniversary on July 4, 2003 with his dear wife Margaret and his loving family. George is survived by his wife Margaret M. Livesey, children Marcia C. Greene of Phoenix, AZ, Brad and Cozette Livesey of Bellingham, Paul and Joan Livesey of Bellevue, and Rory C. Livesey of Seattle, six grandchildren, one great-grandson and several members of his extended family. A private graveside service was held at the Greenacres|Moles Mausoleum. A gathering of family and friends to
share memories of Mr. Livesey will be held on Thursday, July 17, 2003 from 3:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m. at the home of Brad and Cozette Livesey, 3015 Eldridge Ave., Bellingham.
LIVESEY, Winifred C., age 86 of 921 High St, passed away Friday July 15, (1977). A resident of this community for the past 63 years, Ms. Livesey was a member of St. Paul's Episcopal Church. Surviving 1 son, George Livesey, City and 1 daughter, Mrs. W. E. Watts, Seattle. 10 grandchildren, 3 great-grandchildren. Private entombment service at Greenacres Memorial Park, Tuesday July 19. 1 p.m. Arrangements by Jones Funeral Home.
LIVICK, Ronald Cordell, 67, of Ferndale, died Friday, Feb 18, 2000, at home. At his request, a private graveside service will be held. Mr. Livick was born in Labette City, Kan., to Ralph Clayton and Velma Arvilla (O'Farrell) Livick. His mother died when he was 6 and the family moved to California, where he graduated from Wilson High School in Long Beach, Calif. In 1952 Mr. Livick served two years in the U.S. Navy and worked for Douglas Aircraft before going to work for Richfield Wilmington Refinery in 1956. Mr. Livick moved to Whatcom County in 1970 to become one of the first employees of the ARCO Cherry Point refinery. He arrived while the refinery was under construction and helped hire the first set of employees and write many procedures before the plant's startup. He retired in 1985 in the position of shift supervisor. Mr. Livick married Karen Livergood in 1975. He was a former member of the Bellingham Elks, National and State Charolais Associations and Cattleman's Association. His interests included farming, raising cattle, gardening, golf and travel. He is survived by his wife of Ferndale; daughters Suzanne Moscou and Cynthia Nottingham; eight grandchildren; sisters Kay Munn and Barbara Farrier; stepmother Katherine Livick; and former wife Sharon Compton. Arrangements are by Valley Funeral and Cremation of Lynden.
LLOYD, Albert S. "Stan," age 53 of 386 E. Laurel Rd., Bellingham, passed away Friday, November 18, 1983. Mr. Lloyd had been a resident of Whatcom County for most of his lifetime, was employed at the Georgia Pacific pulp mill, The AWPPW and the National Riflemans Assoc. He was a Korean Conflict Veteran and is survived by his wife Darlene of Bellingham; 2 sons, Greg Lloyd of Bellingham, Steve and his wife Linda Lloyd of Ferndale; 3 daughters, Paula and her husband Jim O'Lair of Bellingham, Susan and her husband Donald Nilsen of Ferndale, Lisa and her husband Greg Mumford of Bellingham; 1 brother George and his wife Delores Lloyd of Bellingham; 1 sister, Janet and her husband H. K. Russell of Bellingham; 6 grandchildren. Graveside services will be conducted by Rev. Maynard Oss Monday, November 21 at 3 p.m. at Woodlawn Cemetery. Burial under the direction of Moles Funeral Home.
LLOYD, Charles E. - A memorial funeral service for Charles E. Lloyd of Lynden will be at 2:30 pm Saturday at Open Door Fellowship Seventh-day Adventist Church in Lynden, with the Rev. Rick McEdwards officiating. Mr. Lloyd died Monday, March 13, 2000 at his home. He was 84. Born Jan. 6, 1916, to Chester and Eliza (Clark) Lloyd in Tumwater, he grew up there. On Oct. 5, 1941, he married Marion Bent in Olympia. Mr. Lloyd worked as a janitor for the North Thurston School District. He moved to Whatcom County in 1988. Mr. Lloyd was a member of Open Door Fellowship Seventh-day Adventist Church of Lynden. He was an avid gardener. Survivors include his wife of the family home; sons Ralph Lloyd of Lynden and Russell Lloyd of Helena, Calif.; daughters Carolyn Lloyd of Ferndale, Nadine Abbot of Lynden, Virginia Johnson of Abbotsford, B.C. and Joyce Norman of Bend, Ore.; brothers C. Stanley Lloyd of Estacada, Ore., and Curtis Lloyd of Rainier, Ore.; sister Alice Lloyd of Lynden; 11 grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; and many other relatives. Arrangements are by Gillies Funeral Home of Lynden.
LLOYD, Violet M., age 85, of 4705 Everson Goshen Rd., B'ham, passed away Mon., Feb. 12, 1979. Mrs. Lloyd had lived most of her lifetime in the Laurel community, was a charter member of the Laurel Community Baptist Church and an Alumni of the Wesley Memorial Hospital Nursing School in Chicago and an Alumni of the Bellingham Normal School. She is survived by 2 sons: Albert and George both of B'ham. 1 daughter, Janet Russell of B'ham. 2 brothers: Chas Parker of Lynden and Victor Parker of B'ham. 11 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren, numerous nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be conducted by Rev. Ben Pruett, Fri. Feb. 16 at 2 p.m. in the Laurel Community Baptist Church. Burial will follow in Woodlawn Cemetery under the
direction of Moles Funeral Home.
LOBB, Alvin E., Rev., 87, 7802 32nd St., died Tuesday (May 12, 1981). He was born Oct. 31, 1893, in Vancouver, B.C. and had been a local resident since 1964. He was a graduate of Aurora College, Aurora, Ill. He was a member and former pastor of Advent Christian Church, Bellingham, and had also been the pastor of Advent Christian churches in Napa, Calif.; Pasadena, Calif.; San Francisco, Calif.; Chilliwack, B.C.; Seattle and Nooksack. He retired in 1963. He is survived by two sons, Alvin E. Lobb Jr. of Seattle; Edward Lobb of San Rafael, Calif.; 1 daughter Mrs. Earl Crouse of Sumas; 10 grandchildren, three great-grandchildren, a brother, Laurie Lobb of Lindell Beach, B.C.; and two sisters Gladys Edwards of Chilliwack, B.C. and Miss Una Lobb of Port Coquitlam, B.C. Funeral services will be at 3 p.m. Friday at Advent Christian Church. Burial will follow in Woodlawn Cemetery. Arrangements are by Jones Funeral Home.
LOBB, Ethel M., age 89 of 2624 Iron St., passed away Sat., Dec. 24. A resident of this community for the past 68 years, Mrs. Lobb was a member of the Advent Christian Church. She is survived by her husband, Dr. Alvin E. Lobb, City. Funeral services Thursday, Dec. 29 at 12 noon, Jones Funeral Home with Rev. Earl F. Crouse and Rev. J. Murray Hanna officiating. Interment Woodlawn Cemetery. Arrangements by Jones Funeral Home.
LOBB, Gladys M., age 91 of Seattle, passed away Sunday, July 8, 1984. Mrs. Lobb had been a long time former resident of Ferndale and was a member of Chapter BQ, PEO; and attended the United Church of Ferndale and was a member of Plymouth Congregational Church in Seattle. She is survived by 3 daughters, Eleanor and husband Reginald Moffett of Seattle; Madalyn and husband Marvin Cross of Everett; Kathleen and husband Robert Seidelhuber of Seattle; 2 sons, Dr. Allan Lobb and wife Miriam of Seattle; Dr. Ray Lobb and wife Pearl of Hermiston, Oregon; 2 sisters, Frances and husband William Watson and Mabel Blackstock of Bellingham; 1 sister-in-law Margaret Kipp of Bellingham; 15 grandchildren, numerous great-grandchildren and other relatives. Funeral services will be conducted by Rev. Earl F. Crouse, Saturday, July 14 at 1 p.m. in the Chapel of Moles Funeral Home. Family burial services will be held at Woodlawn Cemetery Monday, July 16.
LOCHRIE, Edward Douglas "Punk" January 21, 1957 – January 22, 2007 Our beloved son, father, husband and brother left us for his cabin in the sky. He was born in Whatcom County and lived here until after he left school, then he lived in the Winthrop and Twisp area. Punk was a great son, a good husband and a great dad to his two girls. He has left us with a hole in our hearts that can never be replaced, but we know he is watching over us. He went into logging in and around the Methow Valley and helly logging around the country. He settled in Buckley, WA, and continued his logging career. His pleasure on every job was to coax the ravens down to eat out of his hands. Most of his lunches went to feed his birds. He loved the woods, even when he was up to his armpits in snow. As long as he had some handknitted socks from his mom, he was happy. He leaves behind his mom June Lochrie and a wonderful man, Fred Vaughn, whom he adopted as his dad; his wife Leslie, whom he had been married to for 29 years; his two beautiful daughters, Shanna Faith and Sunny June; his two sisters Faith Imes, Linda Lou Lochrie; two brothers Leslie Lee Lochrie and Shawn McGregor Lochrie; many nieces and nephews; and his two cats, Hondo and Rocky. Punk loved the outdoors and loved to go fishing and camping with his family – that's when he was the happiest. Memorial services will be held Jan 28, 2007, at 1 p.m. at the Buckley Hall. Come casually dressed, rigging would be great. We will miss you, son, but I know you are around us. So long for now, From Your Loving Family.
LOCKE, Edward H., age 73 of 1429 James Street, passed away Sun., June 8, 1980. Mr. Locke was a life time resident of this community, a member of Machinist Union Local No. 239, and an Army veteran of WWII. He is survived by his wife Myrtle; 2 sons, Eugene Budde, Stanley and wife Nancy Budde of Lynden; 3 daughters, Mrs. Juanita and husband Fred Anderson of Lynden, Mrs. Marian and husband Henry Overcash of Ferndale, Mrs. Evelyn Hall of Tacoma; 15 grandchildren. Memorial service will be held Wed., June 11 at 1 p.m. in the Jones Funeral Home with Rev. Richard Talley officiating. Cremation at Greenacres Crematorium.
LOCKE, Martin S. passed away Thursday, December 23, 2004 at his home in Ferndale. Martin was born March 17, 1917 in Brockton, MA to Harvey and Florence (Parsons) Locke. He married Marjorie McKinnon January 2, 1943 in Bellingham. He served three years in the Army during WWII and is a life member of the VFW #1585 and Elks #194. He retired form Western Washington University Transport Services Department in 1979. He is preceded in death by his parents, four brothers, and two sisters. He is survived by his wife Marjorie; children: Randy and wife Lola, Terry and wife Susan, and Patti; ten grandchildren, five great grandchildren, and sister Edna. Greenacres-Moles Funeral Home & Cremation Service.
LOCKERBY, Timothy Paul, 56, died at home on Tuesday, May 16, 2006 in an accident in his welding shop. He was a lifetime resident of Whatcom County. He ran Lockerby Welding in his shop at home for over 30 years. He greatly enjoyed his work, his customers and the many challenges they presented him with. He loved fishing, gardening, and numerous outdoor activities. Tim also gave freely of his time and expertise to his community and his many friends and neighbors. He is survived by his wife Jean of over 32 years, his sisters Jody, Liz, Rose and his brother Jim McClintock plus numerous other family members. A celebration service of his full and happy life will be held at the Joshua Vanderyacht Memorial Park in Van Zandt on June 4, 2006 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. All of his family and friends are welcome to share memories and wish him good bye.
LOCKERT, John J., age 85 of 1962 Haxton Way passed away Thursday August 19, (1976). He had been a 50 year resident of the community and was former owner of Lockert Typewriters. He is survived by 2 daughters Mrs. Gladys Richards of Douglas, Alaska and Mrs. Annette L. Palm of Bellingham, 1 son Herbert J. Lockert, of Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin, 4 grandchildren Carol Cramer, John Lockert, James and John Palm, 2 great grandchildren, 3 sisters and 1 brother and many nieces and nephews. At his request no funeral services were held. Cremation under the direction of the Westford Funeral Home.
LOCKHART, Clarence Lee, age 92, of Bellingham, passed away Monday, March 14, 1994. Born December 28,
1901 in Edison, WA to Silas and Elizabeth Lockhart, he had been a Whatcom County resident for 70 years and was a member of Our Saviour's Lutheran Church. A devoted father and grandfather, Mr. Lockhart thoroughly enjoyed watching the academic, Athletic and business accomplishments of his family. Golf with his brothers and friends was important in the years following his retirement from the retail dairy business. A Master Mechanic, he also worked many years at Chuckanut Motors in South Bellingham. Preceded in death by his wife of 40 years, Catherine Marie Lockhart, in 1968, he is survived by four children, Jim and wife Marianne Lockhart of Seattle, WA, Joan and husband Ron Hjaltalin of Pasco, WA, Gwen and husband Ken Lennon of Morgan Hill, CA, Tom and wife Ann Lockhart of Bellingham, WA; 9 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; 2 great-greatgrandchildren; brother, George Lockhart of Bellingham, WA; sister, Ruth Gonhue of Coupeville, WA; many nieces and nephews. Memorial Service Friday, March 18, 1994, 1 p.m., Our Saviour's Lutheran Church, with Reverend James D. Stender officiating. Private burial Greenacres Memorial Park.
LOCKHART, George Augustus, age 87 of Bellingham, WA, died December 21, 1999 at his residence. He was
born April 17, 1912 in Port Townsend, WA to Silas A. and Elizabeth A. (Wanamaker) Lockhart. Mr. Lockhart graduated from Marysville High School in 1930. He married Kathryn Norman August 14, 1938 in Bellingham. They made their home here and he worked 59 years distributing dairy products before retiring. Mr. Lockhart was a member of Our Saviour's Lutheran Church. he was a sports enthusiast, he enjoyed golf and following games on television. Preceded in death by his wife Kathryn Lockhart in 1996. Survived by his daughters, Linda K. Lockhart of Bellingham, WA, Charlotte A. and husband W. K. (Ken) Graham of Fresno, CA; a sister, Ruth Gonhue of Coupeville, WA; sister-in-law, Margaret Lockhart of Bellingham, WA; 2 grandchildren, Jeff Graham and wife Robyn of San Mateo, CA, Julie Graham of El Segundo, CA; 2 step-grandchildren, Kenny Graham of Fresno, CA, Cindy Lukov of Chowchilla, CA. Graveside services will be held 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, December 28, 1999 at Greenacres Memorial Park followed by a 1 p.m. memorial service at Our Saviour's Lutheran Church. Arrangements by Westford Funeral home.
LOCKHART, Katherine Laura Evelyn, age 76, of Bellingham, WA, died Saturday, April 20, 1996 at St. Joseph Hospital. She was born May 23, 1919 in Bellingham, WA to France and Amelia (Lindstedt) Norman. Mrs. Lockhart was a lifetime resident of Whatcom Co. and was a 1938 graduate of Bellingham High School. August 14, 1938 Katherine married George A. Lockhart in Bellingham. She was a member of Our Saviour's Lutheran Church, Welca, Mission Circle and The Garden Club. She enjoyed camping, traveling, and music and she sang in the church choir for many years. She was a devoted mother and helpmate to her husband. Survivors include her husband, George Lockhart, Bellingham; daughters, Linda Lockhart, Bellingham and Charlotte Graham and husband Kenneth, Pinedale, CA; a sister, Margaret Lockhart, Bellingham; grandson, Jeff Graham, San Mateo, CA; granddaughter, Julie Graham, Los Angeles, CA; step-grandson Kenny Graham and step-granddaughter Cindy Lukov, both CA; numerous nieces and nephews. Memorial Services will be held at Our Saviour's Lutheran Church, 1 p.m., Wednesday, April 24, 1996. Arrangements by Westford Funeral Home.
LOCKHART, Margaret Kapitola - A graveside service for Margaret Kapitola Lockhart will be at 10:30 a.m. Monday at Greenacres Memorial Park, followed by a memorial service at 12:30 p.m. at Our Saviour's Lutheran Church. Mrs. Lockhart died Sunday, Aug. 6, 2000, at Mount Baker Care Center. She was 93. Born Jan. 8, 1907, in Malmo, Sweden, to France and Amelie (Lindstedt) Norman, she and her family came to the United States when she was 2 years old. She lived in Bellingham for 91 years. A 1925 graduate of Fairhaven High School, she married Russell A. Lockhart on June 20, 1928. They operated a dairy farm in Happy Valley on land that is now split by Old Fairhaven Parkway. Mrs. Lockhart was a member of Our Saviour's Lutheran Church, WELCA and Mission Circle. She enjoyed her flower garden, making cookies, travel and music. A singer, she directed the church choir for many years. She was preceded in death by her husband, in 1992, and by her sisters, Frances Norman and Kay Lockhart. Survivors include daughter Janet Lockhart of Bellingham sister-in-law Ruth Gonhue of Coupeville and many nieces and nephews, including Linda Lockhart of Bellingham, who was a caregiver.
LOCKHART, Russell A., 88 died Sunday, Oct. 18, 1992, at St. Joseph Hospital. Memorial services were scheduled to be held at 2:30 p.m. today at Our Saviour's Lutheran Church with the Rev. James Stender officiating. He was born Aug. 21, 1904 in Edison, Wash., to Silas and Elizabeth Lockhart. A graduate of Marysville High School, he attended the University of Washington. Mr. Lockhart married Margaret Norman on June 20, 1928, in Everett. For 25 years they owned and operated a farm in southern Bellingham. He was a member of Our Saviour's Lutheran Church and enjoyed traveling, gardening and taking in the local scenery. Survivors include his wife; daughter Janet Lockhart of Bellingham; brother George Lockhart and Clarence Lockhart of Bellingham; sister Ruth Gonhue of Coupeville; and numerous nieces and nephews.
LOCKWOOD, Harold R. of 4470 Mosquito Lake Road, Deming, died Wednesday, March 31, 1993, at Sehome
Park Care Center in Bellingham. He was 75. Visitation will be held from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday at Greenacres Funeral Home in Ferndale. A funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. Friday at Greenacres Funeral Home with the Rev. Robert Drew officiating. Mr. Lockwood was born April 19, 1917, in Miles City, Mont., to Rex and Pauline Lockwood. He married Wilda Brown on July 27, 1957, in Bellingham. She preceded him in death on Jan. 15 this year. Mr. Lockwood owned and operated Welcome Poultry Farm in Deming for more than 40 years, delivering eggs to small grocery stores in the county. He attended Assembly of God Church in Acme and was a member of Welcome Valley Senior Center. He also was an avid Washington Huskies football fan. Mr. Lockwood also was preceded in death by a brother, Henry Lockwood. Survivors include sons William Filbert and Benjamin Filbert, both of Deming; daughters Rena Lockwood and Rhonda Matyas, both of Sumas; brothers Erwin Lockwood of Longview and Vaughn Lockwood of Seattle; sisters Arline Guilliams of Grants Pass, Ore, and Gladys Saal of Goldendale; 10 grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives.
LOCKWOOD, Wilda M., age 72, of 4470 Mosquito Lake Road, Deming, passed way Sat., Jan. 16, 1993 in
Bellingham. She was born Sept. 9, 1920 in Bellingham to Carlton and Bernice Brown and was a life time
resident of Whatcom County. She lived most of her life at the family home on Mosquito Lake Road. She was a member of Welcome Senior Center for many years and operated the family poultry farm with her husband Harold. Mrs. Lockwood was well known for the pies she baked for Carol's Coffee Cup and other restaurants, plus many she made for friends and neighbors. Survived by her husband, Harold Lockwood of Deming, whom she married July 27, 1957; two sons, William and wife Lucinda Filbert and Benjamin and wife Alice Filbert, all of Deming; two daughters, Rena Lockwood and Rhonda and husband William Matyas, all of Sumas; brother Larry Brown of Shelton; three sisters, Violet Nieland of Bay Center, WA; Jeanie Sopher and Ella Burlingame of Deming; 10 grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. Visitation was held Tues. and Wed. from 8:30 a.m. until 5 p.m. at Greenacres Funeral Home. Funeral Service was held Thurs., Jan. 21, 10 a.m. in Greenacres Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Robert Drew of Garden Street United Methodist Church officiating. Burial followed in Greenacres Memorial Park. Arrangements by Greenacres Funeral Home.
LOEWEN, Gertrude - Visitation for Gertrude Loewen will be from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. today and Thursday at Jerns-LeVeck Funeral Chapel. A graveside service will be at 11 a.m. Friday at Enterprise Cemetery followed by a memorial service at 12:30 p.m. at the Birch Bay Bible Community Church of the Mennonite with the Rev. Jim Totzke officiating. Mrs. Loewen died Saturday, Aug. 30, 1997. She was 79. Born April 6, 1918, to John and Gertrude Peters, she married Frank Loewen on July 19, 1936, in Newport. Mrs. Loewen lived in Deer Park and Spokane before moving to Custer in 1942. A homemaker, she worked on the family's chicken farm and raised strawberries and raspberries. Mrs. Loewen was a charter member of the Glendale Mennonite Church and enjoyed reading through the Bible every year, visiting and singing to sick community members and writing cards as a ministry. She also enjoyed reading and playing the piano and board games. Survivors include sons Harold Loewen of Kenai, Alaska, and Frank Loewen of Shoreline; daughters Frances Duim of Alderwood Manor, Shirley Cornelsen of Snohomish and Mary Barnes of Shoreline; sisters Anna Ostling of Everett, Katherine Hiebert of Newport, Marie Watt of Phoenix and Eva Temple of Rio Dell, Calif.; and other relatives. Arrangements are by Jerns-LeVeck Funeral Chapel.
LOFDAHL, Edner, 1416 Front St., passed away suddenly at his home on Tues., Feb. 21, (1984). Born Dec. 31, 1907, Mr. Lofdahl was a lifetime Whatcom County resident and farmed for many years prior to becoming a maintenance man for the Ferndale School District, where he was employed for 13 years. He was a former member of the First Baptist Church in Ferndale and currently a member of Grace Baptist Tabernacle in Lynden. He was married to Sarah Young in Lynden on Feb. 13, 1971. Survived by his wife Sarah Young Lofdahl; 4 sons, John and wife Joanne of Gig Harbor, Wayne and wife Dorothy of Kennewick, Edward and wife Jan of Tacoma and Jim of Oakland, Calif.; 4 daughters Geraldine and husband Glen Thomason of Burlington, Sharon and husband John Connell of Oak Harbor, Joanne and husband Rick Miller of Kennewick, and Carolyn Hiebert of Ferndale; 2 step-sons, William and wife Alta Young of Granada Hills, Calif. and Donald D. and wife Connie Young of Bellingham; 19 grandchildren; 1 great-grandchild; 2 brothers, Rev. Alver and wife Alice and Enfrid and wife Lillian, all of Ferndale; 3 sisters, Mrs. Annie Crabtree and Mrs. Lillian and husband George Hetterly, both of Lynden and Gladys Lofdahl of Ferndale and numerous nieces and nephews. Memorial funeral services will be conducted on Fri. Feb. 24 at 11 a.m. in the Grace Baptist Tabernacle with Revs. Mark Wagner and Rollin Staats officiating. Family committal services will precede at 10 a.m. in Greenacres Memorial Park.
LOFDAHL, Enfrid T. 80 years, formerly of 3269 Haynie Road, Custer, passed away Thurs. April 29, 1993 in Lynden. He was born in Ferndale on Dec. 20, 1912 to John and Emy (Nielson) Lofdahl and lived near Ferndale all his life. He was owner/operator of various trucking companies, hauled grain, milk, water and livestock; owned and operated his own farm, and in later years owned and operated his own sawmill in Ferndale at Vista Drive and Aldergrove Road. He was a member of Ferndale Assembly of God. He was preceded in death by his wife Lella A. Lofdahl in Jan of 1993. He is survived by daughters, Ellen and husband Jim Finnman, High River, Alberta and Rosalie and husband Roy Hunter, Kelowna, B.C.; son Orvie and wife Sharon Lofdahl, Custer; 10 grandchildren; 8 great-grandchildren; brother, Rev. Alver Lofdahl, Ferndale; sisters, Gladys Lofdahl, Ferndale, Lilly Hetterly, Lynden; numerous nieces and nephews. Family graveside services will be Fri. May 7 at Enterprise Cemetery with Memorial Service following at 2 p.m. at Ferndale Assembly of God with Pastor Kim Ryan and Pastor Bruce Morris officiating. Visitation hours will be Wed., May 5 and Thurs. May 6 from 5-8 p.m. at Moles Funeral Home.
LOFDAHL, Lelle Amalia died Tuesday, Jan. 5, 1993, in Bellingham. She was 78. Visitation will be held from 5 to 8:30 p.m. Thursday and 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday at Moles Funeral Home. Memorial service will be held at 3 p.m. Friday at Ferndale Assembly of God. Private family graveside services will be held at Enterprise Cemetery. She was born Dec. 10, 1914 in Czar, Alberta, to Oscar and Freda Holmstrom. A Ferndale resident since 1935, she was a member of Ferndale Assembly of God. Mrs. Lofdahl was preceded in death by her husband, Enfrid. Survivors include daughters Eileen Finnman of High River, Alberta, and Rosalie Hunter of Kelowna, B.C.; son Orvie Lofdahl of Custer; sisters Sadie Carlson and Edith Larsen, both of Ferndale, and Dagney Lindskoog of Hughenden, Alberta; brother Herbert Holmstrom of Killam, Alberta; 10 grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. Arrangements by Moles Funeral Home.
LOFGREN, Eleanor M. of Bellingham died Wednesday, April 28, 1993 of a stroke. She was 63. At her request, no services will be held. Cremation will be held and burial will be at Woodlawn Cemetery. She was born July 8, 1929 in Bellingham. A lifelong resident of the city, she worked at a nursing home in Bellingham. She is survived by her mother, Mary Lofgren of Bellingham; sisters Wilma Endersby and Bernita Shelly, both of Bellingham; brothers Arnie Lofgren of PawPaw, Mich., and Carl Lofgren of Christiana, Penn; and numerous nieces and nephews. Arrangements by Jones-Moles Funeral Home.
LOFGREN, Mary died Sunday, July 11, 1993 at St. Joseph Hospital, Main Campus. She was 81. A memorial service will be held at 10:30 a.m. Thursday at Jones-Moles Funeral Home Chapel in Bellingham with the Rev. Al Currier officiating. Burial will be at Woodlawn Cemetery. She was born March 4, 1912 in Yakima to George and Josie Door Griffith. A resident of Whatcom County for 81 years, she worked in canneries for many years. Mrs. Lofgren was a member of Women of the Moose Chapter No. 277. She was preceded in death by her husband Oscar W. Lofgren in 1983; a daughter Eleanor Lofgren; and a son Chuck Lofgren. Survivors include daughters Wilma Endersby and Bernita Shelly, both of Bellingham; sons Arnie Lofgren of Paw Paw, Mich., and Carl Lofgren of Christiana, PA; a brother George Griffith of Bayview, Wash.; 10 grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews.
LOFGREN, Oscar W., age 87, of 1120 16th St., passed away Mon., April 25, 1983. He is survived by his wife Mary; 2 sons Carl and wife Ann Lofgren of Christiana, Penn, Lawrence "Arnie" Lofgren of Sumner, WA; 3 daughters Eleanor Lofgren, Wilma and husband Gary Endersby and Bernita Shelly, all of City; 8 grandchildren; 3 step-grandchildren. A lifetime Bellingham resident, Mr. Lofgren was a veteran of WWI U.S. Army serving with the 91st Division. At his request no service will be held. Cremation Greenacres Memorial Park.
LOGAN, Bessie Viola, age 79 of Bellingham, died October 16, 1997 at Almost Home Adult Care of Bellingham. She was born December 27, 1917 in Carterville, Missouri to Neal and Jean (Beck) Conrad. Bessie, with her family moved to Maple Falls in 1923 and then to Bellingham in 1936. On September 13, 1939, she married Matthew Logan in Bellingham. Bessie was active in the Senior Center and enjoyed reading, hand work, sewing, embroidery and ceramics. Preceded in death by her husband, Matthew Logan; sisters, Ruth Jergenson, and Jessie Leavitt. Survived by her son, Robert Logan and his wife Kathy of Bellingham; sister, June Stiglitz of Santa Rosa, CA, and Shirley Robinson of Bellingham; grandchildren, Anthony Logan, Teresa Logan, Bridget Tait and Sean Logan; great-grandchildren, Devin and Brenna. Visitation will be 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday and Tuesday at Westford Funeral Home. Services will be held at Westford Funeral Home Chapel at 1:00 p.m. Wednesday, October 22, 1997.
LOGAN, Leo A. of Bellingham died Sunday, July 7, 1996 at Shuksan Rehabilitation and Living Center. He was 77. No local service will be held. His ashes will be place in Greenacres Memorial Park. Born Feb. 1, 1919, to Leo L. and Valerie Frere Logan in Canada, he lived in Bellingham since 1924. Mr. Logan served in the U.S. Army during World War II as a sergeant. He was preceded in death by his wife Phyllis on Dec. 13, 1995. Survivors include daughters Judy Mezo of Bellingham, Linda Perry of Australia and Cleo Holz of California; son James Oser of California; sisters Margaret Parks of Bellingham, Marie Best of California and Julia McCormick of Arkansas; brother Phillip Logan of Bellingham; nine grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews.
LOGAN, Phyllis Scarlett of Bellingham died at home Wednesday, Dec 13, 1995. She was 75. A private family service will be held. Burial will be in Greenacres Memorial Park. Born Aug. 23, 1920, to George L. and Georgia A. Phillips Scarlett in Ferndale, she was a lifelong resident of Whatcom County. She married Leo A. Logan on Dec. 27, 1952, in Bellingham. Mrs. Logan worked as a nurses' aid and managed apartment houses for many years. Survivors include her husband of the family home; daughters Linda Perry of Australia, Cleo Holz of San Luis Obispo, Calif., and Judy Mezo of Sinclair Island; son Jim Oser of Fullerton, Calif.; and numerous grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Arrangements are by Jones-Moles Funeral Home.
LOGE, Marjorie, age 85, passed away on Wednesday, September 23, 2009. She was born on August 18, 1924 in Whitehall, WI to Harry and Leah (Crobar) Neperud. Marjorie was preceded in death by her husband, Ralph Loge and her daughter Sue Dillard. She is survived by 3 children, Mary (James) Fransvog, Leah (Richard) Fowler and Jon (Karen Wright) Loge; 10 grandchildren; 13 great grandchildren; 3 sisters Harriet Anderson, Gladys Severson and Hazel Maloney; and 2 nieces. There will be a memorial service on Saturday October 3rd at 3:00 p.m. at Moles Bayview Chapel in Bellingham. Moles Funeral Homes Bayview Chapel Bellingham.
LOGE, Ralph L. - Private family memorial services for Ralph L. Loge, 67, 1400 Moore St., Apt. A-8, will be held Saturday at 11 a.m. at the First Christian Church. Mr. Loge died last Saturday (Feb. 9, 1985). He was born in Viking, Minn., on Nov. 7, 1917 and lived in Whatcom County for 20 years. Surviving are his wife Marjorie; three daughters; one son; and 10 grandchildren. The Rev. Richard Talley will officiate at the service. Arrangements are by Jones Funeral Home and Crematorium.
LOGG, Cathy A. (1949-2007) A memorial service for Cathy A. Logg of Bellingham will be held at 1:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 17 at Brigid Collins House, corner of Holly and Garden streets. A potluck reception will follow (location provided at the service). Cathy died Feb. 7, 2007, in Bellingham. She was born Cathy Arlene Vander Poel on Feb. 3, 1949 to Cornelius Eugene Vander Poel Jr. and Helen Genevieve Pratt in St. Petersburg, Fla. Cathy served three years with the U.S. Marine Corps as an aviation controller at El Toro Air Station in Santa Ana, Ca., where she met and married George Logg. She was honorably discharged with the rank of Lance Corporal (LCpl). She later went on to manage two restaurants in Port Townsend, while earning her Associate of Arts Degree from Peninsula College. Anyone acquainted with Cathy knew first-hand that she was a great story teller with a warm and caring personality. She put her writing talents and inquisitive nature to good use when she moved to Sequim and began working as a freelance writer for the Port Townsend Leader and the Peninsula Daily News in the late 1970s and early 1980s. She later moved back to Port Townsend to manage the Peninsula Daily News office. In 1988, Cathy moved to Bellingham and joined the staff at The Bellingham Herald, where she covered the police beat and other general assignment sorties. She won numerous awards, including a first-place Society of Professional Journalists Excellence in Journalism Competition award in social issues for stories on domestic violence. The Washington Press Association presented her with Communicator of Excellence Awards, including first-place for continuing news coverage, second place for her reporting of a downtown fire and her continuing coverage of a cheating ring at Lummi Casino and third-place for her continuing coverage of a hate crime at a migrant camp in Whatcom County. Her reporting on human rights abuses earned her one of the first annual awards from the Whatcom Human Rights Task Force in 1997. Cathy moved to Marysville in 1999 and joined The Everett Herald where she covered the police beat and later the cities of Marysville and Lake Stevens and also the Tulalip Tribes. She returned to Bellingham in the fall of 2006 to be with family and friends. Cathy is survived by her son Bryon Logg of Bellingham; former husband George Logg of Port Townsend; granddaughters Selena Logg, 15, and Diana Logg, 13, and their mother Disa Marnesdottr, all of Bellevue; brothers Wayne (and wife Marie) Vander Poel of Pinellaspark, Fla, Kenneth Vander Poel of Atlanta, Ga., and Gene Vander Poel (whereabouts unknown); and numerous other family members and friends. "We will miss your loving nature and devotion to family and friends, your stories of humor and adventure, your nurturing and creative nature, your place at the table during card games, your presence and skill at the dart board and your support through all of life's curve balls."
LOHSE, Helen G. Barr of 1200 Lincoln St. died Sunday, June 29, 1997, at Alderwood Park Convalescent Center. She was 83. At her request, no service will be held. Her ashes will be placed in Greenacres Memorial Park. Born Oct. 2, 1913, in Watertown, S.D., she was a local resident since 1940. Mrs. Lohse worked as a department store manager in Olympia. She enjoyed knitting and gardening. She was preceded in death by her husband, Charles, in 1977. Survivors include brother Earl Barr Jr. of Bellingham.
LOMSDALEN, Margaret I., 78, of Bellingham and formerly of Ferndale, died Saturday, March 4, 2000, at St. Joseph Hospital. At her request, no service will be held. Born Oct 29, 1921, in Chambers, Neb., to William H. and Margaret (Davis) Russ, she worked as an office clerk at Imhof's Feed and as a checker at the Farmer's Market. A Whatcom County resident for more than 60 years, Mrs. Lomsdalen was a member of B.P.O. Elks Lodge No. 194. She enjoyed gardening, fishing, camping and playing cards. She was preceded in death by her husband, Richard Eugene "Dick" Lomsdalen. Survivors include brother-in-law Russell Graves of Ferndale, and nieces and nephews. Arrangements are by Moles Funeral home and Cremation Service.
LONBORG, Agnes, age 57, of 1509 E. Victor, passed away in a local hospital Sunday, June 14, (1959). Mrs. Lonberg had resided in Bellingham for the past 21 years. Survivors are two sons, Earl, of Elma and Dewey of Bellingham; six daughters, Mrs. William Crissinger, of Crown Point, Indiana, Mrs. James Holland, of Bellingham, Mrs. Jack Patterson, of Walla Walla, Mrs. Gordon White, of Ferndale, Mrs. Eugene La Fleur, of Tacoma, and Mrs. Julius Adlestein, of St. Louis, Missouri; two brothers, Chris Schultz, of Anacortes and Elmer Schultz of Northfield, Minnesota; 27 grandchildren; two sisters, Mrs. Marie Menk, of Madison Lake, Minn., and Mrs. Violet Fullner, of Sedro-Woolley. The remains rest at the Jones Funeral Home where services will be conduction Friday, June 19 at 1:30 p.m. Final resting place Bay View Cemetery.
LONDON, Robert A., age 72, a resident of the Alger area died at United General Hospital, March 30, 1978. Born May 5, 1906 in Franklin, North Carolina, he came to Skagit County in 1910 with his parents. Mr. London was a retired logger. Survived by his wife Elizabeth, 4 sons, Ed of Puyallup, Jim of Sedro Woolley, Robert of Santa Monica, Calif., John of Alger. 1 daughter, Cordelia Thomas of Alger. 1 brother, Norman London of Darington. 4 sisters, Ollie Brown of Mt. Vernon, Jane Armfield of Sedro Woolley, Cordie Jesse of Wenatchee Addie Berrymore of Everett, 8 grandchildren, and 5 great grandchildren., a son Joseph preceded him in death in 1977. Services will be held at 11 a.m. on Monday, April 3 at the Lemley Chapel in Sedro Woolley. Interment to follow in Saxon Cemetery.
LONG, Carmen - A rosary for Carmen Long of Bellingham will be said at 9:45 a.m. Wednesday at Church of the Assumption, followed by the celebration of a funeral Mass at 10 a.m. Mrs. Long died Monday, March 29, 1999 in Bellingham. She was 76. Born March 25, 1923, to Juan Galvez and Luisa Garcia in Bilboa, Spain, she lived in Bellingham for 47 years. A world traveler, she spoke seven languages and enjoyed cooking, baking and gardening. Survivors include sisters Juana Galvez of Spain and Inecita Galvez of France and other relatives. Arrangements are by Jones-Moles Funeral Home.
LONG, Dorothy M., age 56, of 7176 Hamm Rd., Ferndale, passed away Fri., Aug 14, (1981). Mrs. Long had been a resident of Whatcom County for the past 25 years and was a member of the Bellingham Covenant Church. She leaves to survive her husband Dr. David E. Long of the family home; 1 son, Patrick D. Long of Ferndale; 1 daughter, Stephanie Wesson of Auburn; 1 grandson Aaron Long of Ferndale; 1 sister, Bernice Knutson of Ketchikan; her father Samuel B. Morris of Ferndale. Funeral services will be conducted Tues., Aug. 18, at 2 p.m. at the Bellingham Covenant Church, with Rev. Carlton D. Peterson officiating. Interment Enterprise Cemetery. Visiting hours will be Sat. between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. and Mon. from 9-5 and Tues. 9-noon. Arrangements by the Westford Funeral Home.
LONG, Elgie C., age 79, of 1232 Roland St., died Dec. 17, 1988. Born June 11, 1909 in Arnette, OK, Elgie was a Naval Veteran of WWII. He is survived by Carmen, his wife of 39 years; 2 sons, Jimmy of California and Eddie of Texas; 2 sisters, Melba Brinson of Sedro Woolley and Inita Brinson of Burlington. There will be a Rosary for Elgie at Westford Funeral Home on Tues., Dec. 20 at 7 p.m. Mass of Christian burial will be Wed. Dec. 21 at 11 a.m. in Assumption Church with interment to follow at Greenacres, Father John Madigan officiating. Arrangements by the Westford Funeral Home.
LONG, Gene Alan, age 84, passed away April 14, 2004 in Bellingham. He was born May 24, 1919 to Thomas B. and Helga (Bruland) Long. Gene was a lifetime resident of Whatcom County. He was a fireman with the Bellingham Fire Department and retired in 1971 after 25 years of service. He was preceded in death by wife Reta in 1961, wife Helen in 1987; and brother Clarence Long. He is survived by sons, Gary Long and wife Denise of Renton, Dale Long and wife Diana of Bellingham; step-children, Dana Irving and husband Mike of Springdale, Sue Owens of Bellingham, Jim Constance and wife Marlene of Seattle, and Dave Constance; brother, Tom Long and wife Ruth of Ferndale, Dave Long and wife Angie of Arizona; sister, Mary Ann Stone of Renton; and numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. A graveside service will be Monday, April 19, at 1:00 p.m., at Woodlawn Cemetery, Ferndale. Ferndale|Moles Funeral Home & Cremation Service.
LONG, Helen V. - Graveside services for Helen V. Long, 65, 3879 Lane Spit Drive, Lummi Island, will be at 1 p.m. Friday at Woodlawn Cemetery, with Chaplain Harold Minkler officiating. Mrs. Long died Monday (March 9, 1987) in Bellingham. She was born Oct. 29, 1921 in Idaho and was a local resident for 25 years. She was a member of the Mermaids, the Congregational Church and the Craft Club, all of Lummi Island. Survivors include her husband, Gene A. Long, of the family home; two sons, James Constance and David Constance, both of Seattle; two daughters, Susan Owens of Bellingham and Dana Irving of Springdale, Wash; two stepsons, Gary Long of Renton and Dale Long of Lynden; 17 grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren.
LONG, Lavene Elizabeth - Age 100, died December 11, 2003 in Mount Vernon, WA. A graveside service will be held Tuesday, December 16, 2003, 1:30 p.m. at Greenacres Memorial Park, Ferndale. A Celebration of Lavene's life will be held Sunday, December 21, 2003, 1:30 p.m. at Hawthorne Funeral Home Chapel. Memorials are suggested to the Laurel Haven Wing at Life Care Center of Mount Vernon. Arrangements are under the care of Hawthorne Funeral Home and Memorial Park, Mount Vernon.
LONG, Lorita - Graveside services for Lorita, infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Antonino Long of Bellingham, will be conducted by the Rev. Walter Harnden at 10 a.m. Wednesday at the Lummi Reservation Cemetery under direction of Monroe Funeral Home.
LONG, Opal Marie of Bellingham died at home Saturday, April 13, 1996. She was 94. A private service will be held. Born Sept. 23, 1901 to Francis and Elsie Wright Galley in Wellsville, Kan., she moved to Bellingham in the early 1900s. Mrs. Long was a waitress at the Alpine Cafeteria for 19 years and retired in 1972. She was a member of Hotel Employees and Restaurant Employees Local No. 8. She enjoyed her family and shopping. She was preceded in death by two brothers and two sisters. Survivors include son Dennis M. Hinote of Bellingham and numerous other relatives. Arrangements are by Greenacres Funeral Home.
LONG, Rita L., age 64, of 5876 Storr Rd., Ferndale, passed away Fri., Oct. 19, 1979. Mrs. Long had been a resident of Ferndale since 1969 and was a member of The Daughters of the Nile. She is survived by her husband, Robert W. Long, 1 son, Doug Long of Sand Point, Idaho, 1 daughter, Marlene Connelly of Ferndale, 1 brother, Al Ingham of Creston, B.C., 11 grandchildren. Funeral services will be held in Moles Funeral Chapel, Tues., Oct. 23, at 1:30 p.m. Burial will follow at Enterprise Cemetery.
LONG, Robert W., age 71 of 5876 Storr Road, Ferndale, passed away Friday, February 19, 1982. Mr. Long had been a resident of Ferndale since 1969 and was a member of Triumph Lutheran Church of Ferndale; was a Past Master of Lakeside Lodge, No. 42, AF & AM, Sand Point, Idaho; and a member of The Knights Templar of Sand Point; and The Shrine Calam Temple of Lewiston, Idaho. He was preceded in death by his wife Rita on October 19, 1979, and is survived by 1 son Doug Long of Sand Point, Idaho; 1 daughter Marlene Connelly of Ferndale; a brother Walter Long of Wenatchee; a brother-in-law, Al Ingham of Creston, B.C.; 12 grandchildren. Funeral services will be conducted by Pastor Ron Knutson, Monday, February 22 at 1:30 p.m. in Moles Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Enterprise Cemetery.
LONG, Stella M., 68, 3220 Balch Road, Bellingham, died Thursday (Feb. 12, 1987) in Seattle. She was born Sept. 9, 1918 on the Lummi Reservation and lived in the Whatcom County area all of her life. Mrs. Long was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Survivors include three sons, Gary Hillaire of Vashon Island, Wilfred Hillaire of Juneau, Alaska and Kenneth Long of Tacoma; three daughters, Karen Tait and Verna Long, both of Burlington, and Arlene Trouse of the Lummi Reservation; her mother, Emma Smith, also of the reservation; two brothers, Richard and Reginald Edwards; and one sister, LaVerne Hall, all of the Lummi Reservation; 17 grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Monday at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Scott Road, Lummi Reservation. Burial will be in Lummi Reservation Cemetery. Arrangements are by Moles Funeral Home.
LONG-PORTREY, Carolyn Joyce - A graveside service for Carolyn Joyce Long-Portrey of Everson will be at 1 p.m. today at Woodlawn Cemetery with the Rev. Richard Christensen officiating. Mrs. Long-Portrey died of complications from a kidney infection on Tuesday, May 30, 1995 at St. Joseph Hospital. She was 56. Born Sept. 30, 1938 to Rodger and Barbara Rowlands Torrence in Los Angeles, she moved to Whatcom County in 1972. Survivors include her husband, Rodney Portrey, of the family home; son Scott Long of Everson; daughters Robyn Huguelet of Alma, Colo., and Ellen Sanford of San Bernardino, Calif.; mother Barbara Torrence of Federal Way; brother Charles Torrence of Santa Barbara, Calif.; and five grandchildren.
LONGBRAKE, Marie Kink, age 71 of Bellingham died September 22, 1997 at St. Joseph Hospital. She was born August 10, 1926 in Bellingham, WA to Paul and Mary (Evich) Kink. Marie graduated from Bellingham High School in 1944. She married Mark Longbrake Dec. 22, 1970 in Blaine, WA. She lived a lifetime in Bellingham with the exception of five years (1970-1976) when they lived in the Philippines. Mrs. Longbrake was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church and V.F.W. Ladies Auxiliary. She was an avid shopper, a sports fan of the Mariners, Seahawks and Sonics and enjoyed crocheting and knitting. Preceded in death by her husband, Mark Longbrake in 1981; brothers, Peter and Richard (Dick) Kink. Survived by her sister, Victoria Oakes of Bellingham; brother, Mitchell Kink of Bellingham; daughter, Mary Louise and husband Ron Morley of Cloverdale, B.C.; son, James Paul Carpenter and wife Jackie of Bellingham; daughter Ann Marie Longbrake of Bellingham; seven grandchildren, Michael and Shannon Grevatt, James (J.J.) and Sasha Carpenter, Carrie Marie Carpenter, Andrew Carpenter, and Jessica Greene; two great-grandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews. Prayer vigil will be held at Westford Funeral Home 5:00 p.m. Wed. September 24, 1997. Funeral Mass will be held at Sacred Heart Catholic Church 12:15 p.m. Thursday, September 25, 1997. Arrangements by Westford Funeral Home.
LONGFIELD, Alfred Gordon, age 62 who resided at 519 Alabama Street, Bellingham, passed away Thursday,
August 27, 1981. He was a retired maintenance operator for Mt. Baker Plywood and came to this area in 1952. Prior to working at Mt. Baker Plywood, he was employed at Morse Hardware. He was a member of the Garden Street Methodist Church and leaves to survive his wife Betty; 1 daughter, Deborah Longfield White of Birch Bay; 1 brother Bob in B.C.; a sister, Gloria Ploss of B.C.. Funeral services will be conducted Monday, August 31, 1981 at 11 a.m. in the chapel of Veroske, Jerns, and LeVeck with Rev. Edgar Starr officiating. Interment Greenacres Memorial Park.
LONGNECKER, Bernadine A. - A memorial service for Bernadine A. "Bernie" Longnecker, a long-time Alger resident, will be at 11 a.m. Monday at Hulbush Funeral Home in Burlington. Mrs. Longnecker died Tuesday, March 23, 1999 at her home. She was 71. Born May 6, 1927 to Henry and Verna Plambeck in Litchfield, Neb., she grew up in Nebraska and moved to Washington in 1948. She enjoyed playing Bingo, spending winters in Arizona and camping. Survivors include her husband Maurice of the family home; daughters Luella Jerns of Alger and DeEtta Smith of Silverdale; sister Bernice McCullough of Brownsville, Neb; brothers Glenn Plambeck of Edison and Wayne Plambeck of Ansley, Neb.; four grandchildren; and 10 great-grandchildren.
LONHOLT, George I., age 77 years of 2622 Franklin Street, passed away in a local hospital Friday, November 5, (1954) following a short illness. Mr. Lonholt was a retired lighthouse keeper with the U. S. Coast Guard Service at Blaine for 18 years. He is survived by 1 sister, Miss FAnnie Lonholt of Honolulu and a host of friends. Funeral services will be conducted Tuesday, November 9 at 3 p.m., within the Cathedral Chapel of the Westford Funeral Home, with Rev. E. M. Butenshon, pastor of st. John's Lutheran Church officiating. Cremation.
LONSETH, Gladys Adeline Lee was born September 3, 1915 and passed away May 16, 2007. She was born in Whitehorn to Martin and Alice Lonseth, attended the Whitehorn School and graduated from Blaine High School. In 1937 she married Rudy Lee. Gladys was a homemaker who also enjoyed quilting and sewing projects, oil painting, gardening, traveling (and Good Sam's) and music. She belonged to the Lutheran Church, currently, Christ Lutheran in Ferndale. She was devoted, giving and loyal to her family and friends. She is survived by son Tom (Marlene) Lee; daughters Virginia (Larry) Foster, Nadine (Gary) Bocek; 8 grandchildren, 2 step-grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; 2 great-great-grandchildren; sister Edna (Frank) Dion and numerous nieces and nephews. Preceding her in death were husband Rudy; granddaughter Lorri Lee Larson; infant grandson; brother Marvin and sister Kathleen. A Memorial Service will be held on Wednesday, May 23, 2007 at Christ Lutheran Church, Ferndale at 2 p.m. with son-in-law, Rev. Larry L. Foster officiating.
LONSETH, Martin A., age 100, of 1200 Birchwood Ave., Bellingham, passed away March 9, 1988 in Bellingham. He was born February 11, 1888 in Drammen, Norway. He was a Whatcom County resident since 1906, member of Triumph Lutheran Church, Ferndale, before moving to Ferndale was very active in Golgatha Lutheran Church in the Whitehorn School District and was a clerk on the board of Whitehorn School District No. 93 for 26 years. Was preceded in death by his wife Alice in December 1969. Survivors include daughter Gladys A. Lee of Ferndale; son Marvin Lonseth and Ruth of Ferndale; daughters Kathleen and Earl Richardson of Stanwood; Edna and Frank Dion of Ferndale; 11 grandchildren; 26 great grandchildren; 2 great great
grandchildren; sister Walborg Anderson of Ferndale; numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. Services will be held Monday, March 14 at 3 p.m. at the Triumph Lutheran Church, Ferndale with Pastor James Fugleberg officiating. Burial at Enterprise Cemetery. Arrangements by Moles Funeral Home.
LOOGINES, Marie (Cush), of Lummi, passed away in Tacoma, Saturday, Oct. 23, (1976). Born March 18, 1927. She is survived by one son, Gene Baker of Tacoma; 4 grandchildren, 5 sisters, Florence Johnny of Bellingham, LaVine Brewer of Shelton, Jessie Gault of McMinnville, Ore., Alvira Puslifer of Queets, WA and Mildred Demastus of Bellingham; numerous nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held Thurs., Oct. 28 at 10 a.m. at Morley-Mellinger Funeral Home, Tacoma. Graveside prayer services to be conducted Thurs. at 2 p.m. in The Lummi Cemetery with Frank Jefferson officiating.
LOOKER, Lorna Grant passed away Mon. Mar. 7, 2005. She was born Jan. 8, 1934 in Winnipeg, Manitoba to Edith Dorothy Melvin (White), of Glasgow, Scotland and William Grant Melvin of Aberdeen, Scotland. Lorna graduated from Vancouver Normal School in 1955 and was a school teacher in Prince Rupert and Kitimat, B.C. and later received her A.T.C.M. from the Royal Toronto Conservatory of Music. On Aug. 27, 1957 Lorna married Derek Arthur Looker in Terrace, B.C. Lorna was a talented musician who passed her love of music to many children and others, by teaching piano lessons and playing at many weddings and services. Lorna enjoyed sharing her musical gift as organist and choir director at the United Church of Ferndale for many years and was a lay minister and presented many sermons to the congregation where she and Derek have been active members for 39 years. Lorna and Derek enjoyed many trips to Scotland and England where she pursued her interest in genealogy which revealed new family members and interesting historical family facts. Lorna is survived by her loving husband Derek of 48 years; sons Dan, and Doug and wife Teresa Looker of Ferndale; sister Flora and husband Albert Brunink of Tsawwassen, B.C.; brother Robert Melvin of Bellingham; grandchildren, Barry and wife Punky Oxford of Ferndale, Bryce Oxford of Antioch, CA; great-grandchild Barry Marc Oxford III of Ferndale and many beloved sister-in-laws, brother-in-laws, nieces and nephews. A special thank you to Helen McCammack for all your love, help, and support you gave Mum and our family. A memorial service will be held Sat. March 19 at 2:00 p.m. at the United Church of Ferndale by Reverend Heather Seman.
LOOMER, Forrest A. - Funeral services for Forrest A. Loomer, 73, formerly of Gooseberry Point, will be Tuesday at 1:30 p.m. in Veroske's Bellingham Chapel. He died Thursday (Dec. 12, 1974) in a Spokane Hospital. A Whatcom County resident since 1951, he was employed by Cascade Natural Gas Co. for 34 years, a member of the Advent Christian Church and the Masonic Lodge. Survivors include the widow, Lottie; a son Mahlon of Medical Lake; a daughter Patricia Halverson of Portland; a brother Kenneth of Gooseberry Point; five grandchildren, two great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Burial will be in Woodlawn Cemetery.
LOOMIS, Charles A., aged 81 years, passed away in a Bellingham hospital on Friday night, December [should say November] 26, after a stay of six days, having been confined to his home here for sometime before going to the hospital. Mr. Loomis had been a resident of Blaine for the past 47 years and had engaged in store business most of that time. Funeral services were held on Tuesday afternoon at 1 o'clock from the Purdy & McKinney Chapel, and Rev. Bertram Robins of the Methodist Church officiated. Mrs. Harriett Owen was at the piano and favorite hymns were rendered by Blake Bedell. Surviving is a niece, Mrs. Harold Wallman, of Los Angeles, Calif. The floral offerings were very beautiful and old friends gathered at the Chapel. Cremation followed in Bellingham.
LOOMIS, Helen Vivian, born November 11, 1919, in Pasco, WA, passed away Friday, April 24, 2009. Loving Mother to Barbara, David, Anna Marie, John, Robert, Roberta, Helen, Vicki, and Dennis, many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Memorial services will be held Saturday, May 9, 11:00 a.m. at Greenacres. After the services, join the family for a celebration of life at 619 Darby Dr., Bellingham.
LOOMIS, Joseph A., age 96, formerly of 6772 Guide Meridian Rd., Lynden, passed away on Tues., July 10, 1979. A retired farmer, Mr. Loomis was born in Long Prairie, Minnesota. In 1886 he moved to Silver Creek in Lewis County and from there to Skagit County in 1910, then to Bellingham in 1912 and Sumas in 1919. A member of the Sumas Advent Christian Church, he was married to Sophie Johnson in Avon, WA in 1906. Mrs. Loomis died in 1969. He is survived by 3 daughters, Mrs. Jessie Nims of B'ham, Mrs. Vera Brown of Lynden, Mrs. Alice Shaw of Burien; 8 grandchildren, 15 great grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. Graveside services will be conducted Fri., July 13 at 11:30 a.m. in Greenacres Memorial Park. Reverend Earl Crouse officiating. Services under the direction of the Gillies Funeral in Lynden.
LOOMIS, Larry J. - Visitation for Larry J. Loomis of south-central Whatcom County, near Sedro-Woolley, will be from 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday and 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday at Greenacres Funeral Home. A funeral service will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday in Greenacres Funeral Home Chapel, with Pastor Al Currier officiating followed by burial in Greenacres Memorial Park. Mr. Loomis, 45, died Saturday, March 4, 2000 in Seattle following a long struggle against cancer. Born June 28, 1954 in Los Angeles to Charles and Norma Looms, he was the youngest of five children, had been a resident of Whatcom County since 1964 and graduated from Mount Baker High School in 1973. Mr. Loomis worked for Alcoa Intalco Works near Ferndale for 15 years. He was a member of the Loyal Order of the Moose No. 493 and Puget Sound Moose Legion No. 91. Survivors include his wife of 26 years, Lynn, of the Sedro-Woolley area; son B. J. Loomis of Sumas; father Charles L. Loomis of the Sedro-Woolley area; sisters Charlotte Loomis of the Sedro-Woolley area and Debra Loomis of Concrete; brothers Charles
Loomis Jr. of Battle Ground and Ron Loomis of Kent; and one granddaughter. Arrangements are by Greenacres Funeral Home.
LOOMIS, Laura Ernystine, age 34, of 2516 G Street, passed away in a local hospital Monday, July 1, (1946). Miss Loomis had resided in this community for the past 26 years and was a member of the First Congregational Church. Surviving relatives are the parents, Mr. and Mrs. R. P. Loomis, at home; one sister, Mrs. Philip Cook, of Bellingham; two brothers, Clifford, of Bellingham, Vernon, of Arcata, Calif.; one nephew, Gordon of Bellingham, and several aunts, uncles and cousins. The remains are at the funeral home of Harlow-Hollingsworth, where memorial services will be conducted by the Rev. W. Carl Calhoun, Wednesday, July 3, at 7:30 p.m.
LOOMIS, Norma Marie - A funeral for Norma Marie Loomis of 630 Cain Lake Road, Sedro-Woolley, will be
at 3 p.m. Thursday at Greenacres Funeral Home chapel with the Rev. Ron Slater officiating. Burial will follow in Greenacres Memorial Park. Mrs. Loomis died at home Monday, May 13, 1996. She was 73. Born July 25, 1922 to Arthur and Mary Bushinger Parks in Bellingham, she lived in Whatcom County for 30 years. She married Charles L. Loomis on June 28, 1942, in Moscow, Idaho. Mrs. Loomis was a checker at Safeway in Bellingham for 35 years, retiring in1985. She enjoyed country music and her rock garden. Survivors include her husband of the family home; sons Charles Loomis Jr. of Battle Ground, Ronald David Loomis of Kent and Larry Joseph Loomis of Sedro-Woolley; daughters Charlotte Louise Loomis of Sedro-Woolley and Deborah Marie Loomis of Concrete; brothers Robert H. parks of Bellingham and Richard J. Parks of Ferndale; sisters Laura LaTray of Tacoma, Marjorie Knapp of San Jose, Calif., and Mary Ellen Daniels of Van Nuys, Calif; eight grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; and numerous other relatives.
LOOMIS, Steve M. of Bellingham died Saturday, Oct. 16, 1999, at St. Francis Extended Health Care. He was 83. Born July 28, 1916, to Earl and Naomi (Archey) Loomis in Miles City, Mont., he had been a Bellingham resident since 1998. On March 4, 1935, married Dorothy L. Kleinsmith in Lewiston, Idaho. Mr. Loomis was a retired carpenter. Mr. Loomis was a member of the Carpenters Union for 50 years. Survivors include his wife of Bellingham; daughters Dorothy Wray Berry of Bellingham and Margaret Vinyard of Arizona; son Stephen L. Loomis of Colorado; brothers Earl Loomis of California and Albert Loomis of Arizona; sister June Woolley of California; six grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. Arrangements are by Whatcom Cremation Association.
LOOMIS, Susan Marie (Sterud) died March 17, 2004 in the loving arms of her mother and husband, after living courageously with cancer for eight years. She faced her illness with optimism and dignity and shared an enthusiasm for life that never faltered. She was born in Seattle on July 4th, 1963 to Jerome and Margaret Sterud; they moved to Whatcom County in 1970 where Sue attended Deming Elementary and Mount Baker Junior/Senior High School. Upon graduating from Mount Baker High School in 1981, Sue went to Western Washington University where she graduated cum laude with a degree in accounting. During this time Sue met her future husband Ron Loomis, who shared her life for 22 years. Her last three years at Western, Sue lived with her sister Margie and the two shared many memorable times together. They especially liked going to Tony's Coffee in Fairhaven, where they could enjoy unlimited refills for 35 cents while pretending to study. On special occasions they would pool their change and have enchiladas at the Mexican Village. Sue and Ron moved to Kent in 1986, and for the next 18 years Sue worked as an auditor for the Defense Contract Audit Agency. Their
son Tom was born in 1994, and he became the light of her life. They spent many special times over the years at their cabin in Alger, camping out and visiting with friends and family. Sue also enjoyed traveling- she went to Greece with her mother, sister and niece, and to England, Germany, Austria, Switzerland the Northeastern United States with her girlfriends from DCAA. Sue was preceded in death by her grandparents Arthur and Lydia Sterud and Tom and Marjorie Trumbull; mother-in-law Norma Loomis; and brother-in-law Larry Loomis. She is survived by husband Ron and son Tom Loomis of Kent; parents Jerome and Margaret Sterud of Deming; grandmother Florence Trumbull of Australia; sister Marjorie Bell and husband Kasey of Deming; niece Kelsey Pullar; nephews Finley Bell and BJ Loomis; and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and special friends. The family is especially grateful to those friends who gave so much of their time to Sue in the past months. A memorial service will be held on Tues., March 23 at 2:00 p.m. at Greenacres|Moles Funeral Home, with coffee hour to follow.
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LOOP, Willis W. - October 18, 1921 - December 27, 2007 - Born in Blaine, Washington, to Ray and Katie (Stewart) Loop, Willis lived his entire life on the Loop homestead in the Custer/Blaine area. He attended Custer School and graduated from Blaine High School. Will married Marjorie (Duim) on July 1, 1947. They owned and operated a dairy farm until 1968. He later worked at Noranda Copper in Ferndale and in Alaskan canneries. Will enjoyed working in his garden and loved to share its produce with friends. He also liked managing a herd of beef cattle. A lifetime charter member of the Custer Sportsmen's Club, he competed in trap and skeet tournaments. He filled his retirement years with hunting, fishing, and traveling in their RV. Will always enjoyed a good cup of coffee and a lively game of cards with family and friends gathered around the kitchen wood stove. We will miss his gift of storytelling, which has entertained and educated all who knew him. Preceded in death by his parents and sisters Kathryne Kaufman and Vida Decker, Will is survived by his wife, Marjorie; son, Loren (Trish) Loop of Lynden; daughter, Kathleen (Jim) Frye of Mesa, Arizona; grandchildren, Tamara Aguilar of Arizona, Christy Campos of New Mexico, and Adam Loop of Lynden, Washington, plus good friends Ted Veum and Don Biles. Following a private burial at Enterprise Cemetery, a memorial service will be held at Custer United Methodist Church, Main and Bruce Streets in Custer, on Wednesday, January 2, 2008, at 2 p.m. Pastor Kathleen O'Connor will officiate. A reception will follow.
LOPACKI, Gladis G., 70, a Sedro Woolley resident, formerly of Bellingham, died in Sedro Woolley, Oct. 13, (1982). Born in Pennsylvania, she came to Bellingham in 1926. Served with the WACS during WWII, was an LPN at Northern State hospital for 18 years. Survived by a brother, Donald A. Dack, Bellingham; a sister, Dorothy Lybarger, Seattle; 1 niece and 1 nephew. Services will be Fri. Oct. 15, 1 p.m. at the Lemly Chapel, followed by cremation.
LOPER, Edith Marie, age 86 of Bellingham, passed away January 17, 1998 at St. Francis Extended Health Care. Mrs. Loper was born August 31, 1911 in Orlando, Oklahoma, to James M. and Vida Clair (Caley) Unwin. She graduated from Mt. Baker High School, worked in the Scott and Hart Store in Everson and lived in California 35 years before moving to Bellingham in 1958. She enjoyed bird watching and cats. She is survived by her friends, Walt and Betty Nelmark of California; her cousins, Roy Lunger of Bellingham and Lt. Col. Ret. Virginia Caley of Seattle. A private family service will be held with Burial in the Hopewell Cemetery. The arrangements and services are under the direction of Jerns Funeral Chapel, Bellingham.
LORD, Jeanice M. - A burial service for Jeanice M. Lord, 64, of Fremont, Calif., a Bellingham native, was at 11:30 a.m. today at Greenacres Memorial Park. Mrs. Lord died Tuesday (Oct. 10, 1989) in San Pedro, Calif., of diabetes. She was born May 23, 1925, in Bellingham and was a graduate of Bellingham High School. She was a supervisor in document control at Lockheed Aerospace Inc. in Sunnyvale, Calif. Survivors include a son, David E. Lord of Fremont; three daughters, Nancy L. Bennett of Fremont, Kelli D. Marten of Renton and Judith Lord-Tarr of Fremont; her mother Ruth Rawls of Marysville; a brother, Arthur Daniel of Ocean Shores, Wash.; and five grandchildren.
LOREEN, Carl Oscar - Pullman resident C. Oscar Loreen died Tuesday, Jan 26, 1993, at Latah Care Center in Moscow, Idaho. He was 85. A memorial service will b held at 10:30 a.m. Feb. 8, at Pullman Presbyterian Church with the Rev. Daniel Sapirstein officiating. Mr. Loreen was born Sept. 8, 1907 in Clearbrook, Wash. to Carl and Nida Loreen. He attended Clearbrook Grade School, Nooksack High School and Washington State University, where he received a bachelor of science degree in agriculture in 1930. He later received a master's degree [from] Washington State and a doctorate from the University of Minnesota in 1955. He was a member of Alpha Gamma Rho fraternity. He taught vocational agriculture at Ferndale High School from 1936 to 1946. Mr. Loreen married Esther Hokland on Aug. 26, 1933 in Custer. They lived in Ferndale until 1946, when they moved to Pullman. He worked as a teacher trainer in agricultural education and as assistant state supervisor of
agricultural education. From 1962 to 1964, he served as an adviser establishing an agriculture teacher training program at West Pakistan Agricultural University in Pakistan. Mr. Loreen was a member of Pullman Presbyterian Church, Washington State University Retirees Association, Kiwanis Club, the Pullman Chamber of Commerce and the Pullman Council on Aging, of which he was a past chairman. Mr. Loreen was preceded in death by a brother, Hilding Loreen. Survivors include his wife of the family home; sons Allan Loreen of Gresham, Ore., and Jon Loreen of Seattle; daughter Susan Storgaard of Kirkland; sister Ruby Hoines of Everson; and four grandchildren. Arrangements by Kimball Funeral Home in Pullman.
LOREEN, Esther H. - A memorial service for Esther H. Loreen, formerly of Ferndale, will be at 2 p.m. Friday at Greenacres Memorial Park with the Rev. Ernie Loreen officiating. Mrs. Loreen died Wednesday, June 12, 1996 in Kirkland. She was 82. Born Nov. 14, 1913 to Esten and Hannah Hokland in Bellingham, she married Oscar Loreen on Aug. 26, 1933 in Custer. Mrs. Loreen graduated from Ferndale High School and received bachelor's and master's degrees from Washington State University. She taught school in Pullman for more than 20 years and was a member of Pullman Presbyterian Church, PEO Chapter S, Washington State Retired Teachers, Whitman County Retired Teachers and WSU Retirees. She also belonged to Pullman Women's Golf Club and several bridge groups. Mrs. Loreen was preceded in death by her husband in 1993. Survivors include sons Allan Loreen of Portland, Ore., and Jon Loreen of Seattle; daughter Susan Storgaard of Kirkland; sisters Nellie Christensen of Bellingham and Agnes Loe of Albuquerque, NM; four grandchildren; an three great-grandchildren.
LOREEN, Helen K. - Visitation for Helen K. Loreen of Bellingham will be from 1 to 9 p.m. Wednesday at Gillies Funeral Home in Lynden. A funeral willl be at 1 p.m. Thursday at Central Lutheran Church in Bellingham, with the Rev. Leonard Ericksen officiating. Burial will follow at Lakeside Cemetery. Mrs. Loreen died Saturday, July 3, 1999, at St. Francis Extended Health Care Center. She was 80. She was born Aug. 30, 1918, in Malta, Mont., to Rosenberg and Glena Olson. From Montana, the family moved to Pollock, S.D., where she graduated from high school. The family moved to Whatcom County in 1937. She married Malcolm "Mac" Loreen on Dec. 24, 1939. He died in 1989. Mrs. Loreen worked as a clerk at Hansen's Market in Sumas, then at J. C. Penney Co. Inc. in Lynden and at Hilda's in Everson. A member of Clearbrook Lutheran Church and then Central Lutheran Church, she enjoyed gardening and also playing games with her friends at Willows Retirement Apartments, where she lived for nine years. Besides her parents and husband, she was also preceded in death by her daughter, Bonnie, in 1953. Survivors include sons Jim Loreen of Bellingham and Jerry Loreen of Everett; seven grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; brothers Arnold Olson of Sumas, Orwin Olson of Bellingham, Glen Olson of Everson and Donald Olson of Olympia; sister Delores Ball of Bellingham; and numerous other relatives.
LOREEN, Vernon Vincent of Bellingham passed away peacefully at home with family at his bedside, on Sunday, Aug. 18, 2002. He was 67. Vernon was a son of Gustav and Agnes (Nordlund) Loreen and was born in Bellingham on June 9, 1935. He graduated from Nooksack Valley High School in 1953. He married Martha (Hanson) Loreen in Lynden on Oct. 9, 1964. As a farmer, he grew certified seed potatoes on his farm in Clearbrook for many years. After retiring three years ago, he and his wife moved to Bellingham. Vernon enjoyed many hobbies which included woodworking, painting and models. Survivors include his wife, Martha of the family home seven children: daughters, Serena Loreen of Sumas, Lisa Neufeld & husband Duane of Bellingham, Kelli Loreen of Everson and Janelle Loreen and fiance Nathan Saville of Blaine, sons, Aaron Loreen of Sumas, Jayson Loreen & wife Rochelle
of Lynden and Adam Loreen & wife Yolanda of Sumas eight grandchildren brothers, Stan Loreen & wife Nadine of Renton and Edward Loreen & wife Kathleen of South San Francisco, CA sister, Eileen Dunlap & husband Greg of Everson. He was preceded in death by his parents and twin brothers, Leroy and Lloyd. A funeral service will be held Wed., Aug. 21, 10 a.m. in Greenacres|Moles Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Ernie Loreen officiating. Burial will follow in Greenacres|Moles Cemetery.
LORENZ, Adolph L., age 81, of 2200 Alabama St., passed away Sun., June 15, (1975). A resident of Whatcom Co. for 56 years, Mr. Lorenz was a retired longshoreman and a member of I.L.W.U. Local No. 7; a WWI Army veteran, a member of V.F.W. Post 1585 and the D.A.V. and a member of the Senior Activity Center. He is survived by his wife Effie, 1 son, Melvin of Tacoma, 3 daughters Mildren Finkbonner of Marietta, Faunt Visser of Sedro Woolley, Carmen Harmon of Renton, 2 sisters Sadie Yocum of Aloha in Oregon and Clara Birchum of Everett, 16 grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren. numerous nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be conducted Tues. Jun. 17 at 10:30 a.m. by Dr. Duane Stewart in Moles Funeral Chapel followed by burial in Lummi Cemetery.
LORENZ, Cordelia A., "Tsi-Tul-itsa/Staut-o-mish," of Lummi, born 12/30/1930 to Pete and Madeline Lawrence, passed away Thursday, Dec. 6, 2001 in Ferndale. She is survived by her children: son Michael and Judy Lawrence; daughter Ernestine James; son Calvin and Tracy James; son Harlan and Josie James; son James and Rhonda James; daughter Rosalynn and Less Bland; son David J. James; daughter Besalynn and Felix Gallegos; daughter Madalynn Stivers; daughter Tamala and Jeff Norland. Adopted sons: Thomas Sternberg of New Mexico and Gary Lutzi and wife. Stepchildren: Rachael and Jerry Looper and Darvine and Penny Lorenz. Grandsons: Robert Shears and Quincy James. Granddaughters: Tamala Stivers and Theresa James. Many great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. Her sisters and their mates:
Isabelle and Russell McCluskey, Mary Jane and Verne Johnson, and Irene and Armour James. All of Lummi. The Prayer Service - Sunday, December 9, 6 p.m. at the Lummi Neighborhood Facility, Kwina Rd. The Funeral Service - Monday, December 10, 10 a.m. at the Wex Li Em Community Center, Lummi View Drive. Judith George will officiate.
LORENZ, Darvine, age 50 of Red River Rd., Ferndale, passed away Sun., March 24, (1974). A lifetime resident of Lummi, Mr. Lorenz was a commercial fisherman. He is survived by his wife, Cordellia; 2 daughters Rachel and Tamara; 1 son Darvine Jr.; 7 stepsons, Robert Lorenz, Mike Lawrence, Calvin, Ernest, Harlen, James and David James, all of Lummi; 4 stepdaughters, Ernestine, Rosalyn, Besalyn and Madelyn James; 1 brother, Melvin Lorenz in the U.S. Army in Kentucky; 1 sister, Mildred Finkbonner of Marietta; Stepmother, Effie Lorenz of Bellingham; 7 grandchildren; numerous other relatives. Funeral services will be conducted Wed. March 27 at 10 a.m. in the Mormon Chapel in Lummi by Bishop Duane Stewart with burial in Lummi Cemetery under the direction of Moles Funeral Home.
LORENZ, Edith Anna, age 78 of Ferndale, lifetime resident of Whatcom County, died on Monday, March 4, 1996, at St. Joseph Hospital. She was born April 20, 1917 in Lynden, WA to Alfred Nelson and Elizabeth Anna Handy. She was a member of the Orchard Grange for forty-eight years; Christ Lutheran Church of Ferndale; the Ferndale Senior Center; and Clam Digger Association of Whatcom County. Mrs. Lorenz is survived by three sons, Don R. Lorenz and wife Joyce of Ferndale, Ron R. Lorenz of Ferndale, and Bill G. Lorenz and wife Joyce of Ferndale; two grandchildren, Jeff Lorenz and Calvin Lorenz both of Ferndale; brother Fred Nelson of Lynden; and numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. Shew as preceded in death by her husband George Lorenz in March 1985; son John Lorenz in January of 1996; and sister Mae Reeves. A Funeral Service will be held Friday, March 8, 1 p.m. at
Moles Funeral Home Chapel in Ferndale, Rev. Eric Ranum officiating with a Graveside Service to follow at Greenacres Memorial Park. Arrangements by Moles Funeral Home in Ferndale.
LORENZ, Effie M., age 73, who resided at 2200 Alabama St., passed away Fri., June 15, 1979. She had been a lifetime resident of B'ham and Whatcom Co. She leaves to survive 3 daughters, Faunt A. Visser of Whatcom Co., Carmen Harmon of Renton, Mildred Finkbonner of Marietta; 1 son, Melvin Lorenz of Tacoma; 1 sister, Evlyn Sanchez of Calif.; 4 brothers, Ted Plaster of Sequim, John, Frank and Harold all of B'ham. Funeral arrangements are pending at Veroske-Jerns Funeral Home.
LORENZ, George J. - Funeral services for George J. Lorenz, age 77 of 6582 Vista Dr., Ferndale, will be Monday, March 11 at 11 a.m. in Moles Funeral Home with Rev. Robert E. Johnson, Christ Lutheran Church officiating. Interment Greenacres Memorial Park. Visitation hours at Moles Funeral Home Sunday, March 10 from 7 to 9 p.m. Mr. Lorenz died Thursday March 7, 1985. He had been a resident of the Ferndale area since 1936. He was a member of the Orchard Grange and one of the original members of the Orchard Water Assoc. For many years he had been a 4H leader and had been a member of the Zion Lutheran Church and the Ferndale Senior Center. He is survived by his wife Edith A., 4 sons Donald R. and wife Joyce Mae, Ronald R., William and wife Joyce, all of Ferndale, John A. of Gardner WA, 1 brother Adam and wife Helen Lorenz, of WaKeeney, Kansas, 2 grandsons Jeffrey and Calvin, numerous nieces and nephews. Arrangements by Moles Funeral Home.
LORENZ Robert J. Sr., age 39, of 2768 Cagey Rd., Bellingham, passed away at his home Sun. Feb. 2, 1986. He had been a lifetime resident of Lummi, worked as a commercial fisherman, & was also a member of St. Joachim's Catholic Church. He leaves to survive 2 sons, Mathew Lorenz of Lummi, Robert Lorenz Jr. of Lummi; 2 daughters Mamie Lorenz of Lummi, Rose Ann Lorenz of Lummi; stepfather Leonard Lane; 2 brothers Darvine Lorenz Jr. of Lummi, Frank Lane Lorenz of Lummi; 1 stepbrother Robert Lane of Lummi; 5 sisters Rachelle Cooper of Lummi, Trudy Lorenz of Lummi, Daisy Cooper of Lummi, Nona Lane of Lummi, and Leona Lane of Lummi; and numerous other relatives. Vigil Services will be conducted Tues. Feb. 4, at 7 p.m., in the Chapel of Moles Funeral Home with Vernon Lane officiating & Mass of Christian Burial will be offered by Father Jack Buckalew, Wed. Feb. 5, at 11 a.m., at St Joachim's Catholic Church. Burial to follow at Lummi Reservation Cemetery. Arrangements by Moles Funeral Home.
LOSO, Electa Louise passed away on February 22, 2006, at St. Joseph Hospital. She was a resident of Heritage House in Ferndale. She was born March 19, 1912, in Sioux City, Iowa, and lived most of her life in Southern California. She is survived by her son David Atkins and wife Si of Olympia, Washington, and her son Ted Atkins and wife Barbara of Ferndale, Washington, two granddaughters and three great-grandchildren. A private memorial service will be held in Olympia on March 19.
LOTT, Augustine "Gus", 78, of 261 Eaton Ave., Ferndale, passed away Friday, May 6, (1977). Mr. Lott had been a resident of Whatcom County his entire life time and is survived by his wife, Violet of Ferndale; 3 sons, Leonard, Robert and Edward, all of Ferndale; 3 sisters, Myrta Fredeen of Ferndale, Evelyn Loebbing of Longdale, Calif., Melissa Smith of Ferndale; 7 grandchildren, 3 great grandchildren. Memorial services will be held in Moles Funeral Chapel, Wednesday, May 11 at 1:30 p.m. Cremation.
LOTT, Edward K.M. "Swede", 58, an avid fisherman and lifetime Whatcom County resident, died of cancer
Thursday (May 25, 1989) at Nor-Bell Care Center. Services for Mr. Lott will be 11 a.m. Saturday at Moles Funeral Home Chapel, with the Rev. Ralph Poulson officiating. Mr. Lott was born in Bellingham on Aug. 7, 1930. He was an Army veteran, serving in Japan and Korea, and loved fishing. Mr. Lott was prec3eded in death by his father Gus, and brother Robert. Survivors include his mother, Violet Lott of Bellingham; a brother Leonard Lott of Ferndale; and numerous other relatives.
LOTT, Norman Duane, age 51, born March 7, 1951 in Bellingham, WA passed away Mon., March 18, 2002, in
Bellingham. He was the son of Irene Watson of Bellingham and Leonard Lott of Ferndale. Duane was a lifelong resident of Whatcom County and a graduate of Ferndale High School in 1969. He was a very talented artist. Many friends and family have treasured his beautiful paintings. He will be dearly missed by his mother & her husband Mike, and by his father. Survivors include: numerous aunts, uncles & other family members. In 1974, his sister Vicki L. Lott, whom he dearly loved, preceded him in death. A memorial service will be Friday, March 22, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Greenacres Funeral Home Chapel, 5700 Northwest Drive, Ferndale. Carolyn Moore will
officiate. Inurnment Greenacres Cemetery.
LOUVEAU, Gilmer Francis, passed away Tuesday, October 6, 2004, after a short battle with cancer. He was at his home, surrounded by the love of his family members when he went to be with his Lord. He was sixty-two years old. Gil is survived by his wife and best friend of twenty-two years, Myrna Louveau. Other survivors include son Dale Bailey and fiancee Gabriele Beilner of Ferndale, son Darren Bailey and wife Kim of Lynden, daughters Debbie Cauthorn and husband Scott of Redmond, Tina Louveau of Yuma, Arizona and Kelly Louveau of Las Vegas, Nevada. Gil's parents, Gervis and Edna Louveau, brothers Adolph and Albert Louveau, and his son Travis Louveau, preceded him in death. Born July 29, 1942 in Evansville, Illinois, Gil grew up with five brothers and four sisters. After serving our country and receiving an honorable discharge from the U.S. Navy, Gil worked hard to provide for his family. Prior to his retirement in December 2003, Gil spent many years working as a heavy equipment mechanic. He attended various trade schools and was continually increasing his knowledge of heavy mechanics in the construction industry. Gil was a father and grandfather extraordinaire, and a loving uncle to many. He enjoyed many hours crabbing on the ocean waters with his family and fishing buddies, clamming, gardening and woodworking. Gil's kindness, teasing and quickwitted humor will be sorely missed. Visitation is scheduled from 9-10 a.m. with a Memorial Service to follow, on Saturday, October 9, 2004 at 10 a.m. in the Ferndale Moles Funeral Home chapel. Private burial will take place at a later date.
LOVE, Cheryl Dee (Fuller), died Sat. Jan. 10, 1998 at Harborview Med Center, Seattle. Cheryl was born Jan. 1, 1949 in Bellingham to Lloyd and Julia Fuller. Cheryl graduated from Mt. Baker High School in 1967 and from Bellingham Beauty School in 1968. Cheryl is survived by her daughter, Allison Love; 2 grandsons in Kansas City, Kan.; 3 sisters, Maxine and Paul Tretteik of Sekia (Sekiu?), Joanne Jordon of Camano Island, Deanne & Carl Cain of Ferndale; 3 brothers, Vernon Aarstol, W. LeRoy and Sandy Fuller, Deming, Jack and Mary Fuller, San Diego, CA. Friends of the Fuller family are invited to LeRoy and Sandy Fullers at 2 p.m. Sat., Jan. 17, 1998.
LOVE, Gordon S. of Bellingham died Thursday, July 10, 1997. He was 69. At his request, no service will be held. Born Dec. 7, 1927, to Sidney and Lulu Mumm Love in Bellingham, he was a lifelong resident here. Mr. Love served in the U.S. Army during World War II. He enjoyed collecting and repairing tube radios. Survivors include sister Phyllis Davis of Ferndale, brother Norman Love of Bellingham and numerous nieces and nephews. Arrangements are by Jones-Moles Funeral Home.
LOVE, Harry E., age 61 of 316 W. Lake Samish, passed away at the family home, Monday May 17, (1976). Mr. Love had resided in Whatcom County for the past 11 years and was employed by Ershigs Plastics. He was a member of the Alger Trail Blazers and Missionary Alliance Church. He leaves to survive his wife, Ellen of the family home; 1 son, Steven S. of Prairie City, South Dakota and a daughter, Debra Ann of the home; 4 brothers, Chester, Ben, Richard and Harrison, all in Colorado; 3 sisters, Mary Love and Zelma Innman both of Colorado and Selma Simpson of Oregon, numerous nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be conducted Friday, May 21 at 10:30 a.m. in the Chapel of the Westford Funeral Home with Pastor Robert D. Mathers officiating. Interment Bay View.
LOVELACE, Alfred, died Sunday evening (July 13, 1908) at his son's home, near this city, at the advanced age of 92 years and 5 months. He came to this city with his son Thomas, and family from Minnesota last March. He leaves one daughter, Mrs. Mary Scofield, of Centralia, Wash., and two sons. The funeral will be held this afternoon at the Laurel school house at 10 o'clock. Interment will take place in Ten Mile cemetery under the direction of Undertaker Mack.
LOVELACE, Mildred "Vi" – Our beloved mother, grandmother, aunt and friend Mildred Viola Lovelace, commonly known as "Vi" died late November 10, 2006 from complications due to heart surgery. She was born Oct 28, 1914 in Everson, WA the fourth child and only daughter of William and Albertina (Knudsen) Byrum. Having been raised on a farm on the South Pass Road in the east part of the County, in 1932 she graduated in one of the first high school classes of the newly formed Sumas-Nooksack School District. After graduation, she worked as an untrained home health care worker until her marriage in 1936 to George Lovelace. He died in 1976 after a car accident. Vi was a full time homemaker until her children graduated from high school. Then in her 40's, she returned to school, finishing at The Bellingham Vocational-Technical College (now BTC) with her LPN certificate in 1961. Her license, issued by the State of Washington shows that she passed her licensing exam with a score of 94%. After her training she worked as a pediatric nurse for the former St. Luke's Hospital until she took early retirement to care for her ailing mother. During her life she was very active in the Glen Echo Community Center, having attended the Glen Echo School as a child. Her life was centered around her family, friends, and current events. She was determined to survive long enough to see the results of the midterm election, and voted for the last time just a few days before her surgery. She is survived by her oldest son Bob (wife Kathryn) of Ferndale; her four grandchildren, Bobbi Frost (Richard) of Lynden, Rob Lovelace (Patti) of Ferndale, Cheryl (Randy) Matter of Bellingham, and Ken Lovelace, Bellingham; nine great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild. She was preceded in death by her beloved son Roger Lovelace of Seattle, her special friend Ed Petersen and her four brothers George, William, Everett and Robert. At her request, there will be no formal funeral services. Instead, the family invites friends to join for a celebration of her life with food and beverages to be held Dec 9, 2006 from noon until 4 p.m. at the Glen Echo Community Center.
LOVELL, Adeline, 66, died Tuesday (July 28, 1987) in Bellingham. She was born Feb. 29, 1921, in North Dakota. Survivors include a daughter Kathleen Lovell of San Diego; a son Terry Lovell of Sedro-Woolley; a brother, John Axt of Tacoma; three sisters, Leah Keene of Lynden, Leona Vineyard of Ferndale and Mary Elizabeth Burger of Sumas; and a granddaughter. At Mrs. Lovell's request, there will be no services. Cremation by the Whatcom Cremation Association was at Greenacres Crematorium. Arrangements are by Greenacres Funeral Home.
LOVELL, Elizabeth, 24, died early Friday morning at Madigan Army Medical Center in Tacoma. She had been battling leukemia since September and her weakened body was unable to fight any longer. Liz was born February 15, 1972 in Ypsilanti, MI and grew up in Bellingham. She graduated from Bellingham High School in 1990. She married in 1991 and worked with her husband, Barry, to build a loving home and precious family. Liz had an uncomplicated love for life. She loved tending her garden, sewing and reading. She found exhilaration in horseback riding and fulfillment in giving her time, energy and love to others. Above all, Liz enjoyed spending time with Barry, her husband and high school sweet-heart, as well as her two precocious little one, Tyler, 3, and Maegan, 18 months. Liz leaves a thousand memories to her family. Her husband, two young children, mother, two brothers, grandparents, and numerous cousins, aunts, uncles and relatives-in-law will always feel blessed by the time Liz shared with us. Services will be held Wednesday at 1:00 p.m. at Our Savior's Lutheran Church, 18th and Harris Streets in Fairhaven. Funeral arrangements will be handled by Westford Funeral Home.
LOWDEN, Robert L. - A memorial service for Robert L. Lowden, formerly of Bellingham, will begin at 2 p.m. Thursday at Trinity United Methodist Church in Sequim with the Rev. Dr. Roger W. Barr officiating. Mr. Lowden died Thursday, May 29, 1997, in Sequim. He was 62. Born June 26, 1934, to Donald and Lettie Carmichael Lowden in Indianapolis, Ind., he graduated from Gresham High School in Oregon and attended Oregon State University. He married Clarissa Perry and they moved to Bellingham to raise their three daughters. He married Nihla Archer on Oct. 24, 1976, in Bothell. A commercial fisher for more than 30 years, Mr. Lowden fished in Puget Sound and Bristol Bay, Alaska, and owned Seafood Shanty Restaurant & Fish Market in Seattle. He moved to Sequim in 1983. Mr. Lowden attended Trinity United Methodist Church and was a member of Bonsai Club of Sequim and Puget Sound Gillnet Association. He enjoyed sailing and woodworking. Survivors include his wife of Sequim; daughters Kathy Lowden of Edmonds, Patti Lowden-Brien of Benton, Ky., and Suzann Jurnigan of Monroe, Va.; sons Randy Archer of Snohomish, Ron Archer of Spokane and David Archer of Camano Island; brother Larry Lowden of Portland, Ore.; and eight grandchildren.
LOWE, Wallace A. - Visitation for Wallace Lowe of Lynden will be from 1 to 9 p.m. today at Gillies Funeral Home. A funeral will be at 1 p.m. Wednesday at Triumph Lutheran Church in Ferndale with the Rev. Joel Lohafer officiating. Burial will be at 3:30 p.m. Wednesday in Sumas Cemetery. Mr. Lowe died at home Saturday, Oct. 25, 1997. He was 76. Born Jan. 19, 1921, to Helmer and Sarah Olson Lowe in Nome, N.D., he moved to Seattle at the age of 14. Mr. Lowe worked at the naval shipyards in Bremerton and joined the U.S. Navy in 1942. He married Harriet Carlson Oct. 15, 1954, in Duluth, Minn. Mr. Lowe farmed in North Dakota until moving to Snohomish. He worked for the Seattle Post-Intelligencer and for Seattle Transport. He moved to Lynden in 1970 and operated a dairy farm there. Mr. Lowe was a member and deacon of Triumph Lutheran Church, lifetime member of Veterans of Foreign Wars in Fort Ransom, N.D., and a member of Teamsters Local No. 763 in Seattle and Nooksack Valley Riders horseback riding club. Survivors include his wife; son Warren Lowe of Lynden; daughters Kitty VanBeek and Natalie VanMersbergen, both of Lynden; foster son Warren Cofer of Lynnwood; and eight grandchildren.
LOWELL, Anne – A celebration of life for family and friends of Anne (Siegel) Lowell of Bellingham will be from 2 to 5 p.m. Saturday at the family home. Mrs. Lowell died Saturday, Feb 5, 2000. She was 73. Mrs. Lowell was born Oct 2, 1926, to Henry and Louise (Finegold) Siegel in San Francisco. On Dec 23, 1945, she married David Lowell in San Francisco. Mrs. Lowell taught piano for 42 years. Her main hobbies were gardening and painting. Her interests included nutrition and alternative medicine. Survivors include her husband of the family home; daughters Joy Yeager of Kirkland and Linda Smart of Eugene, Ore; son Larry Lowell of San Francisco; foster daughter Tanya Gylfe; brother Jack Siegel of San Jose, Calif; and five grandchildren. Arrangements are by Jones-Moles Funeral Home.
LOWERY, Audrey Marie of 101 S. 9th St., Lynden, died at her home Thursday, Oct. 14, 1993. She was 72. A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. Monday at Our Redeemer Lutheran Church with the Rev. Richard Hussman officiating. Private burial will be at Greenacres Memorial Park. Mrs. Lowery was born in White Cloud, Mich., on April 1, 1921, to Walter and Zelda Parker. She went to school in White Cloud. She married Bert Lowery on Dec. 23, 1937 in Indiana. They resided in several Midwestern communities before coming West in the 1940s. They spent several years in Idaho and Oregon logging camps before Bert went into the service. Later, they settled in Western Washington in the Yelm-Rainier area, then moved to Lynden in 1986. Audrey Lowery was a member of Our Redeemer Lutheran Church. She worked as part of a group that quilted blankets for missions and volunteered at the food bank in Lynden. She enjoyed playing cards in the local senior groups and derived great pleasure from handicrafts and working in her garden, especially growing dahlias. Survivors
include Bert, her husband of 56 years; son Darrel Lowery of Anchorage, Alaska; daughter Carol Gunderson, also of Anchorage, and Bonnie Benson of Lynden; brothers Walter Parker, Dean Parker and Rush Parker of Michigan; six grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. Arrangements are by Gillies Funeral Home of Lynden.
LOWERY, Bert - Graveside services for Bert Lowery, formerly of Custer, will be at 1 p.m. Monday at
Greenacres Memorial Park, with the Rev. Richard Husman officiating. Mr. Lowery died Thursday, Nov. 12, 1998, in Chehalis. He was 90. He was born Aug. 9, 1908, to George and Myrtle Lowery in Pleasant Grove, Minn. After his marriage to Audrey M. Parker Dec. 23, 1937, he lived in Indiana and Idaho. He served in the U.S. Army during World War II as a training sergeant at Fort Lewis. He worked for Weyerhaeuser Timber Co. in the Rainier-Vail area and retired in 1972. Mr. Lowery's hobbies included gardening and beekeeping. His wife died in 1993. Survivors include son Darrell Lowery of Pe Ell; daughters Bonnie Benson of Lynden and Carol Gunderson of Anchorage, Alaska; sisters Melba Howard of Long Island, NY and Bernadine Provenzano of Deerfield Beach, Fla; brother Marvel Lowery of Puyallup; six grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren. Arrangements are by Gillies Funeral Home.
LOWERY, Frances I., of Honolulu died Thursday, Dec. 30, 1993, in Seattle. She was 72. At her request no services will be held. Born Feb. 19, 1922, to Louis and Isabell McCaddon in Everett, she attended Bellingham public schools and Washington State University. Mrs. Lowery was a member of Pi Beta Phi sorority and a homemaker. She married Edward A. Lowery of Bellingham in 1945. The moved to Honolulu in 1988 after he retired. Survivors include her husband of the family home; sons Steve Lowery of Silverdale and Ed Lowery of Bellingham; and three grandchildren in Bellingham.
LOWERY, Hazel Irene, age 67, a lifetime resident of Whatcom Co. died May 9, 1997 at Christian Rest Home, Lynden, WA. She was born Aug. 9, 1929 in Ferndale, WA, to Charles and Theresa (Wistoski) Maslanka. Mrs. Lowery was a graduate of Meridian High School. October 5, 1948 she married Jess Lowery in Coeur D'Alene, Idaho. She was employed by the Washington State Employment Security Dept. and then went to W.W.C. and became Administrative Assistant to the Chair of the Music Dept. She enjoyed traveling, camping, gardening, ceramics, and playing the organ. Hazel was in an auto accident in 1969 which disabled her and she spent the rest of her life in the Christian Rest Home where she was a beloved resident. Preceded in death by a sister, Helen McLaughlin in 1991 and brother, Joseph Maylin in 1986. Survived by her husband Jess Lowery, of Bellingham; daughter, Terri Raymond of Auburn, WA; a sister, Pearl Beaver of Bellingham; nieces Elaine Sofie, Jo Ann Morgan; nephews, Charles Maylin, Alan Voyce. Graveside services will be held 10:30 a.m. Thursday, May 15, 1997 at Greenacres Memorial Park. Arrangements by Westford Funeral Home.
LOWLAND, John, age 82, died early Thursday morning, May 19, 2005. John was born and raised in Bellingham and attended Bellingham High and Western Washington College prior to enlisting in the Marines during WWII. He returned to Bellingham 25 years ago after a successful career in sales and marketing. John remained active, enjoying time with life-long friends; designing, building and flying his beloved radio controlled model airplanes as a member of the Bellingham Air R/C Flyers Club and the National Academy of Model Aeronautics; playing golf; and building custom furniture. His last five years were spent in the loving company of his partner Yuki Sheldon. He is survived by a sister Elaine Redelfs of Bellingham, his sons Leonard Lowland of Leawood, KS and Steve Lowland of San Jose, CA and their families including five grand and six great grand children. His wife Florence Mearle Peterson, also of Bellingham predeceased him in 1972. At John's request, there will be no formal services.
LUBBERS, John, 82, passed away at his home on Grover street (Lynden) Friday (March 12, 1943) after a long illness. Mr. Lubbers was born October 11, 1860, in Alegan county, Michigan. In 1914 he moved to California, where he remained two years and then came to Lynden in 1916, engaging in the lumber business until he retired in 1931. Surviving relatives are the widow, Alice; one son, Arthur, of Seattle; one daughter, Mrs. Marion Hagen, Bellingham, and two grandchildren. Services will be held Monday at 2 p.m. at the Second Reformed Christian church, with the Rev. Watson Goen officiating. Interment will be in Monumenta cemetery under the direction of Knapp & Knapp.
LUCERO, Joe went home to be with Father God on Monday, April 25, 2005. He was born May 3, 1919 in Las Vegas, New Mexico to Justo & Josephina (Ulebarri) Lucero. Joe served in the Army Air Corps during WWII. Joe ran his own businesses, and worked as a printer for Carnation Milk Company, Western Airlines and the Bellingham Herald. He retired at the age of 82. Joe was an outgoing person whom everyone loved. He enjoyed photography, golf, and traveling all over the world with his wife Thelma. Joe enjoyed buying things including the latest cars, boats and gadgets. He was a tender and emotional person who lived a very full, blessed life. He was preceded in death by his son Neal and his sister Louise. Joe is survived by his wife, Thelma Lucero; daughter, Catherine Lucero; son, Chuck (wife Clara) Lucero; grandsons, Tony (wife Gina) & Billy Lucero; three great-grandchildren; one brother and numerous sisters, nieces, and nephews. Visitation will be held at Westford Funeral Home on Thurs., Apr. 28 from 3-7 p.m. with the family present from 5-7. Funeral Services will be held at Westford Funeral Home on Fri., Apr. 29 at 11 a.m., with full military honors by American Legion Post #7. A reception will be held across the street at Westford's Broadway Hall, 1300 Broadway, followed by Graveside Committal at Enterprise Cemetery in Ferndale.
LUCERO, Thelma J., went to be with Father God on July 27, 2006. Thelma served in the Women's Army Corps during WWII. She married Joe Lucero on Sept. 14, 1946 in Carlsbad, NM. Thelma worked as a Communications Supervisor for TRW. She enjoyed spending time with the grandkids, travel and listening to Christian music. Thelma has been a talented and proud painter of fine china (a very old and unique art) since her teen years. She has won several awards at the Northwest Washington Fair. Thelma was preceded in death by husband Joe Lucero in 2005. She is survived by daughter Catherine Lucero, son Church (wife Clara) Lucero, grandsons Tony (wife Gina) and Billy Lucero and three great-grandchildren. Visitation with family present will be held at Westford Funeral Home on Tues. Aug. 1 from 3-5 p.m. A Life Remembrance Service will be held at Westford Funeral Home on Wed. Aug. 2 at 11 a.m. followed by a reception across the street at Westford's Broadway Hall. Westford Family Funeral Home & Cremation.
LUCIER, Leo E., age 62 of 1902 Donovan Ave. passed away in a Seattle Hospital Tues., Dec. 23, (1975). A resident of Bellingham since 1934. He was a commercial fisherman and a member of the Shipwright Joiner & Shipriggers Local No. 2071. Gillnetters Association and The Peace-Arch Trailer Club. Surviving are his wife, Dollie at home; 2 daughters, LeoJeanne Nickel of ValDez, Alaska and Shirley Crosby of Port Angeles, Wa.; a brother, Vern of San Francisco, Calif.; also 4 grandchildren and numerous other relatives including a niece, Lois Orth of Bellingham and a cousin, Arnold Thrasher of Seattle. Funeral services to be held in the Veroske's Bellingham Chapel, Fri., Dec. 26 at 2 p.m. with the Rev. Paul Cantlon officiating. Cremation will follow.
LUDINGTON, Sally Ann, a long-time resident of Bellingham, WA, joined the Lord on Wednesday, June 8, 2000, after a long and courageous battle with leukemia. She was 64, born March 15, 1936, in Bellingham. Sally was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend who spent her life surrounded by loyal and wonderful friends. She is survived by lifetime love and partner of 46 years, husband Dan Ludington of Hood Canal; son Mark and wife Kary Ludington of Marysville; son Brian Ludington of Palm Desert, CA; and daughter Laurie and husband Steve Jones of Portland, OR. She also leaves behind much loved and cherished grandchildren: Danielle Spencer, Emma Ludington, both of Marysville; Nicholas Jones, Keenan Jones and Michael Jones, all of Portland. A Memorial Service will be held at 1 p.m. Friday, June 16, 2000 at Jones-Moles Funeral Home Chapel with The Reverend Harold Minkler officiating and a reception to follow.
LUEKEN, Carl F., age 87, of 900 Indian St., passed away Tues., Sept. 19, 1978. A resident of this community for the past 40 years he was a member of Senior Citizens. He is survived by 2 daughters, Mrs. Marion Stamnes and Mrs. Myrtle Aemmer both of B'ham; 3 brothers, Bill, Chris and Ted all of Stillwater, Minnesota; 3 sisters, Mrs. Lydia Edwards of Mahtomed, Minn., Mrs. Cecelia Miller of Stillwater, Minn. and Mrs. Theresa Whitner of St. Paul, Minn.; 8 grandchildren and 10 great great grandchildren. Funeral service Thurs., Sept. 21 at 3 p.m. in Jones Funeral Home with Pastor W. Ken McFarland officiating. Interment Woodlawn Cemetery.
LUEKEN, Harold D., M.D., age 57 of 1868 Lenore, Tacoma, passed away Tuesday, May 2, (1975). An Obstetrician-Gynecologist, Dr. Lueken attended First Assembly of God Church of Tacoma, was chairman of Obstetrics and Gynecology Committee, Tacoma General Hospital, graduated from the University of Washington, receiving his medical degree from University of Michigan in 1946, served his internship at Tacoma General Hospital in 1947, his residency from 1948-1949, served as a Captain in the U.S. Army from 1951-1953, and had practiced medicine in Tacoma since 1953. Surviving 1 son, Douglas Lueken of Bellingham; 2 daughters Carol Lueken of Bellingham and Nancy Lueken of Tacoma; his father, Carl Lueken of Bellingham; 2 sisters Mrs. Marion Stamnes and Mrs. Myrtle Aemmer both of Bellingham. Memorial services will be conducted Thursday, May 22 at 12:30 p.m. in the First Assembly of God Church, Tacoma. Funeral services Friday, May 23, 11 a.m. Jones Funeral Home with Rev. Fulton Buntain officiating. Interment Woodlawn Cemetery.
LUKE, Alma A., age 90, formerly of Whatcom County, passed away Wednesday, January 9, 1991 in Whittier, California. A resident of Whatcom County since 1946, moving to West Covina, California, April 1988, she was a member of the Fleet Reserve Auxiliary and Lummi Island Fire Department Auxiliary. Survived by numerous nieces and nephews in Washington and California. Funeral service Thursday, January 17, 1 p.m. at Jones-Moles Funeral Home with Reverend Al Currier, Advent Christian Church, officiating. Private interment Woodlawn Cemetery.
LUKE, Andrew - Funeral services for Andy Luke, age 83, of 2548 MacKenzie Rd., Bellingham will be Thursday Aug. 30 at 3 p.m. at the Jones Funeral Home with Chaplain Ted Bowers officiating. Interment with military honors will follow in Woodlawn Cemetery. He is survived by his wife Alma A.; 2 brothers Philip Luke of Olympia and Harold Luke of Bellingham; numerous nieces and nephews. Mr. Luke had lived in Whatcom County most of his life; was retired from the U.S. Navy and had been a member of the Fleet Reserve Association for 45 years. Arrangements by Jones Funeral Home. [d. Aug. 25, 1984]
LUKE, Catherine Marie (Parker) died January 29, 2005, at Mt. Baker Care Center in Bellingham. She was born in Lynden November 16, 1914 to William and Verdie Parker. "Marie" was younger sister to Phylis Parker Lockwood, and Helen Parker Fields. She was preceded in death by her husband, Lester O. Luke in 1973. "Marie" and her husband Les started a floor covering business in Bellingham, in 1943. Luke's Floor Covering, later to become Luke and Crews. She was homemaker to the family homes in Bellingham and Lummi Island, where she participated in activities including volunteer work at St. Lukes Hospital, hunting with the Lummi Island group in Winthrop, and secretary for the local U.C.T. chapter. "Marie" enjoyed her family, quoting Ann Landers, dancing, cards, and board games, horse racing, the Lynden Fair, and tracing any new person she met, back to a limb of a familiar family tree. She was also preceded in death by her long time partner Ron Eissinger in 2001. She is survived by her sons, Randy, and wife Sandi of Tacoma, Steve and wife Michelle of Lummi Island and step-son Ted and wife Erleen of Bellingham; her grandchildren Greg Luke of Anchorage AK, Elizabeth Mayabb of Tacoma, Tracey Crabtree of Everson, Terry Luke of San Jose, CA, Chris Luke of Rolla, MO, Jane Luke of Bellingham and Leslie Luke of Sacramento, CA; sixteen great grandchildren, and four great great grandchildren. A family memorial service will be held February 13, 2005, 10:00 a.m. graveside at Woodlawn Cemetery and 1:00 p.m. celebration at Sunrise Cove Lummi Island.
LUKE, Mary R. - A resident of this community for fifty-six years, Mrs. Mary R. Luke, 90 years of age, passed away at the family home Friday (Apr. 20, 1945). She was a member of the Church of the Assumption. Surviving relatives include seven sons: John, of Tacoma; Frank, Emil and Ed, of Bellingham; Lawrence, of Seattle, Phil, of Tacoma, and Andrew, of Bremerton; three daughters, Mrs. Clara D. Lee and Mrs. Laura Beasley, of Olympia, and Mrs. Alice Johnson, of Bellingham; forty-three grandchildren grandchildren and forty-five great-grandchildren. Requiem high mass will be sung Monday within the Church of the Assumption at 9 a.m., with the Rt. Rev. Msgr. J. G. Stafford, celebrant. Interment will be in Bay View under the direction of the Westford-Beck funeral home. The body lies in state in the family home at 2626 St. Paul street.
LUKE, Mary S., age 73, of Deming, passed away at a local hospital Tuesday, February 27, (1951) following a brief illness. Mrs. Luke came to South Bellingham in 1907 and had been a resident of Whatcom County for the past 43 years. Surviving relatives include two sons, Joe Fiamingo, of Mount Vernon, and Harold Luke, of Bellingham, now at Fort Lewis; a daughter, Mrs. Barbara Shaudney, of Route 3, Bellingham, and seven grandchildren. Services will be announced by the Bingham-Dahlquist & Jerns Funeral Home.
LUKES, Edward P., 80, of 2511 Keesling St., died Jan. 9, 1992, at his home. He was born Nov. 27, 1911, in Chicago, Ill., to Frenk (sic) and Katerina Slatova Lukes. He was reared in the Catholic Bohemian Orphanage of Chicago. He completed his schooling in Chicago, and developed his skills as a baseball player. He went on to play semi-professional baseball, known for pitching either right or left handed. He married Wilma Erickson in 1933 in Webster, S.D. She survives him at the family home. Mr. Lukes moved to Bellingham in 1936. He worked as a pipefitter in the shipyard during World War II. He started "Ed's Plumbing" in 1949, and worked in that business until late 1991. He was known as "Grampa" by neighborhood children who often stopped by for ice cream bars he kept in a freezer on his porch. Other survivors include his daughter Beverly Glick; and sons Ronald Lukes and Darrell "Butch" Lukes, all of Whatcom County, 10 grandchildren; and one great-granddaughter. The funeral will be at 10:30 a.m. Monday at Westford Funeral Home, 1301 Broadway.
LUKOWSKI, William J., a skilled marine electrician, died Wednesday in his Blaine residence of undisclosed causes. He was 38. Lukowski was living at 1016 Peace Portal Drive while working in the area. He is survived by his wife and three daughters. Funeral services are pending at Veroske, Jerns and LeVeck Funeral Home.
LUMAYAG, Valeriano M. - A funeral mass for Valeriano M. Lumayag of Bellingham will be said at 11 a.m. Wednesday in Church of the Assumption, 2116 Cornwall Ave., the Rev. Jim Lee presiding. Burial will be in Bayview Cemetery. Mr. Lymayag died Thursday, March 6, 1997, at St. Joseph Hospital. He was 84. Born Dec. 15, 1912, in the Philippines to Mariano and Francisca (Malalis) Lumayag, Mr. Lumayag served in the U.S. Army during World War II and then became a teacher. He had lived in Bellingham for three years. Survivors include his wife, Nelly, of Bellingham; sons Valeriano Lumayag Jr., of New Guinea, Nilo Lumayag of the Philippines, Mariano Lumayag of the United Arab Emirates and Celso and Rufino Lumayag of Port Coquitlam, B.C.; daughters Fe Erandio, Esterlinda Adorable, Lourdes Acosta and Nilda Fernandez, and a sister, Petra Mahillac, of the the Philippines. There are 40 grandchildren and three great grandchildren. Arrangements are by Jones-Moles Funeral Home.
LUMBERT, Carol Anderson of Bellingham was born May 21, 1938 to Carl and Eleanor Dixon Anderson. Mrs. Lumbert died of cancer Monday, May 8, 1995, at home. She was 56. A funeral for Carol Anderson Lumbert of Bellingham will be at 11 a.m. Friday at Greenacres Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Greg Kanehen officiating. Burial will follow in Woodlawn Cemetery. Mrs. Lumbert died of cancer Monday, May 8, 1995 at home. She was 56. Born May 21, 1938 to Carol and Eleanor Dickenson Anderson in Bellingham, she graduated from Bellingham High School in 1956. She married William Lumbert in December 1983. A lifetime member of Bellingham Free Methodist Church, she enjoyed sewing and crafts. She was preceded in death by a brother Robert Anderson in 1987. Survivors include her husband of the family home; sons Brian Caron of Bothell, Ken Caron of Prescott, Ariz., and Doug Caron of Seattle; daughter Lyonie Hinshaw of Durham, NC; her parents of Bellingham; brother Ken Anderson of Bellingham; sisters Dorthy Feenstra and Ellen Holm, both of Bellingham; five grandchildren; and numerous other relatives.
LUMBERT, Garry L., age 65, of Bellingham passed away on Sat., June 24, 2006. A Prayer Service will be held on Tues., June 26, 2006 at 6 p.m. in the Moles Funeral Home Ferndale Chapel. A Funeral Service is scheduled for Wed. June 27 at 10 a.m. at the Wexliem Community Center.
LUMBERT, Guy, age 14, 2920 Cagey Road, Bellingham, died in Bellingham on March 14, 1991 as a result of an auto accident. He was born in Bellingham on Sept. 22, 1976. He was a lifetime resident of Lummi Reservation and was in 8th grade at Vista Middle School in Ferndale where he also played football. He had attended the Tribal School until 6th grade. He was a member of the First American Spirit Team (FAST), and attended the International Youth Group. He was a helper at the family gatherings and was a very involved member of the Earl Thomas family. He is survived by his father Garry Lumbert of Las Vegas, NV; brothers and sisters Michael Peters of Sedro-Woolley, Carol and Richard Peters of Lummi, Brian Peters of Port Alberni, B.C. and Brian Lumbert of Lummi Reservation; his grandparents Earl and Theresa Thomas and Maxine Kelsey of Lummi Reservation as well as many uncles, aunts, and other extended family members. Prayer Services will be held Sunday, March 17, 6 p.m. at the Lummi Neighborhood Facility and Funeral Mass will be offered by Fr. Brian McGovern Monday, March 18, 10 a.m. at the Lummi Neighborhood Facility. Burial will follow at Lummi Reservation Cemetery.
LUMBERT, June M., age 44, 2920 Cagey Road, Bellingham died in Bellingham on March 13, 1991 as a result of an auto accident. She was born in Bellingham on June 3, 1946 and was a lifetime resident of the Lummi Reservation. She was a lifetime member of St. Joachim's Catholic church and a member of the American Legion Post #33 Women's Auxiliary. She was a personnel technician for the Lummi Indian Business Council and was very involved in the Education Commission, The Drug and Alcohol committee, Parents Education Committee, the Johnson O'Malley (J.O.M.) Parents Advisory Board, and several classes at the Northwest Indian College. She enjoyed knitting and cedar basket weaving. Mrs. Lumbert was the eldest in the family of Earl and Theresa Thomas of Lummi. Surviving her besides her parents are children Michael Peters of Sedro-Woolley, Carol Peters, Richard Peters both of Lummi, Brian Peters of Port Alberni, B.C., and Brandon Lumbert of
Lummi; grandchildren Shayna and Carolyn Peters of Lummi; brothers and sisters Theresa Mike and husband Dean; Bernie Thomas and wife Pam; Lorraine Williams and husband Richard; Andrea Johnson and husband Verne; Irene Thomas and Willard Hillaire; Belle Leathers and Larry Priest; Amy Thomas and Brad James; Earl Thomas, Jr., all of Lummi and Emily Willard and husband Albert of Seattle. Prayer Services will be held Sunday, March 17, 6 p.m. at the Lummi Neighborhood Facility and Funeral Mass will be offered by Fr. Brian McGovern, Monday, March 18, 10 a.m. at the Lummi Neighborhood Facility. Burial will follow at Lummi Reservation Cemetery.
LUND, Blanche M. – A private family service for Blanche Mae (Wilson) Lund of Bellingham will be held at a later date. Mrs. Lund died in Bellingham on Sunday, March 26, 2000, from complications caused by Alzheimer's disease. She was 77. Born Sept 24, 1922 in Bellingham, she lived in Whatcom County all of her life. A Mount Baker High School graduate, she worked as an administrative assistant at Western Washington University. Her hobbies included gardening, needlework and reading. She was preceded in death by her husband, Lyman "Butch" M. Lund, and by a sister, Madeline Adelsman. Survivors include daughters Jodie Williams and Jacqueline Kowalenko, both of Yuma, Ariz; brother Edmond Wilson of Lynnwood; sister Bernice Gaulke of Bellingham; five grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild; and five nieces and nephews. Arrangements are by Greenacres Funeral Home of Ferndale.
LUNDE, Margaret Elizabeth - A funeral for Margaret Elizabeth Lunde of Bellingham will be at 2 p.m. Monday at Greenacres Funeral Home chapel with the Rev. Robert L. Compton officiating. Burial will be in Greenacres Memorial Park. Mrs. Lunde died Tuesday, Dec. 31, 1996 at Bellingham Health Care & Rehabilitation Center. She was 84. Born April 2, 1912 to George and Lulu Case in Pueblo, Colo., she spent her childhood there. After moving to Washington, she attended South Kitsap High School. She married Fredrick Blaine Compton on May 9, 1932, in Bremerton; he died in a logging accident in 1959. Mrs. Lunde lived in Bremerton and the Hood Canal area until moving to Bellingham in 1940. She married Walter E. Lunde in 1960; he died in 1994. Mrs. Lunde was a licensed practical nurse and owner and operator of Crispy Corn Co. snack business. A member of the Rome Community Church, she enjoyed attending her sons' sports and school events, reading, traveling and entertaining. In addition to her husbands, Mrs. Lunde was preceded in death by stepson Ron Lunde and brothers Marvin and Leslie Case. Survivors include sons Lee Compton of Bellingham, Jack Compton of Palmdale, Calif., Bob Compton of Salem, Ore., and Terry Compton of Rancho Cucamonga, Calif.; step-daughter Darlene Johnson of Fife and Carmen Lunde of Kodiak, Alaska; stepson Byron Lunde of Ferndale; 15 grandchildren; four step-grandchildren; and numerous other relatives.
LUNDY, Emma June Vollrath, age 72 of Bellingham, WA, passed away Sunday, December 17, 1995. Born June 7, 1923 in Bellingham to Samuel and May (Bussard) Turpin, she was a former co-owner/operator of White Spot Cafe and Gus & Nap's Tavern, both of Bellingham. Preceded in death by husbands, Raymond M. Vollrath and Ed Lundy, she is survived by two sons, Mark S. Vollrath of Mount Vernon, WA and Patrick R. Vollrath of Bellingham; brother, Howard Turpin of Kirkland, WA; two grandchildren, Heidi and Benjamin Vollrath, of Bellingham; nieces, nephews and best friend, Linda Owen. Graveside Service Friday, December 22, 1995, 11 a.m. Woodlawn Cemetery.
LUNGER, Emma Elsie - Funeral services for Emma Elsie Lunger, 73, a 65-year Whatcom county resident, will be 11 a.m. Saturday at Jerns & LeVeck Funeral Chapel, with the Rev. Floyd Iverson officiating. Visitation will be through 7 p.m. today at Jerns & LeVeck Funeral Chapel. Burial will be at the Nooksack Cemetery. Mrs. Lunger was born May 26, 1915, in Seattle and died Wednesday (March 29, 1989) in a Bellingham hospital. She was a member of Custer United Methodist Church. Mrs. Lunger, a past matron of the Order of Eastern Star in Nooksack and member of the Everson Valley Club, loved gardening, sewing and flowers. She ran a college house for eight years, and was a cook at Custer Grade School and the Leopold Hotel. Survivors include her husband, Percy W. Lunger of Bellingham; two daughters Joyce Jacobsen of Marysville and Carol Collender of Bellingham; and a granddaughter.
LUNGER, Ina, age 76 who resided at 211 N. Washington Street, Everson, passed away at her residence April 21, 1981. She had been a 62 year resident of Everson and was a member of the Everson Presbyterian Church and the Everson Valley Club. She leaves to survive her husband Roy of Everson; 1 son Robert Gale Lunger of Victoria, B.C.; 1 brother Mel Fenton of Ferndale; 3 sisters Annabell Cline of Bellingham; Elma Whitman of Lynden; Erma Coyne of Ferndale; 2 grandsons. Funeral services will be held Monday, April 17 at 1 p.m. in the Everson Presbyterian Church with Rev. David Loper officiating. Interment to follow in Nooksack Cemetery. Under the direction of Veroske, Jerns & LeVeck Funeral Chapel.
LUNGER, Percy W. - Visitation for former Everson Businessman Percy W. Lunger of 1908 20th St., Bellingham, will be from 1 to 3 p.m. Sunday and noon to 5 p.m. Monday in Jerns-LeVeck Funeral Chapel. The funeral will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday in the Jerns-LeVeck Funeral Chapel Burial will follow in Nooksack Cemetery. Mr. Lunger, 79, died Wednesday, May 27, 1992, in Bellingham. He was born Aug. 12, 1912 in Everson to William and Ida Etta Lunger. Mr. Lunger was the owner and operator of the Motor Inn in Everson and drove school buses in the Nooksack Valley and Mount Baker school districts. His wife Erma died in 1989. Mr. Lunger enjoyed hunting and fishing. Survivors include his daughters Carol Collander of Bellingham and Joyce Jacobson of Marysville; his brothers Roy Lunger of Everson and Ray Lunger of Tacoma; sister Bertha Abrams of Bellingham; and one granddaughter.
LUNGER, Roy Neil of Everson, WA, age 93, peacefully passed away May 21, 1998 at Mt. Baker Care Center in Bellingham. A well known Everson resident, Mr. Lunger was a retired painter and was a member of the Arabian Horse Assoc and the Buick Club of America. He is survived by his sister, Bertha and husband Cecil Abrams, of Lynden; his grandsons Allen and his wife Denise and Brian Lunger; daughter in law Barbara Lunger, all of Victoria, B.C.; and good friends Ron Otis, ad Marie Rainford. Roy will be greatly missed by his loving family and his many caring friends in the community. A graveside service will be held 10 a.m. Thursday, May 28, in the Nooksack Cemetery followed by a Celebration of Resurrection at 11 am in the First Presbyterian Church, Everson, WA. The service will be officiated by Pastor Sharon Hare. Arrangements by the Jerns Funeral Chapel.
LUNSTROTH, Leland L. - Private family services were held for Leland L. Lunstroth, 73, of 909 Mason St., on Tuesday at the Westford Funeral Home Chapel. Mr. Lunstroth died Friday (Dec. 22, 1989) at St. Joseph's Hospital Main Campus. He was born July 14, 1916 in Bellingham, and was a lifelong resident of the city. He graduated from Harmony High School in Bellingham. Mr. Lunstroth worked for many years as a sawyer at the Claud McClellan Mill before working for Sears for 26-1/2 years. He was a Teamster. His hobbies included hunting and fishing, and he loved the outdoors. He married June Heay on June 1, 1939. He is survived by his wife of the family home; a son, Dave Lunstroth of Bellingham; daughters Patricia of Bellingham and Lynda of Clarkston; brothers William of Bellingham and Robert of North Bend; six grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and numerous
nieces and nephews. Arrangements are by Westford Funeral Home.
LUNSTROTH, William F. – There will be no services for William F. Lunstroth of Bellingham. Mr. Lunstroth died Friday, Sept. 29, 2000 at Alderwood Park Convalescent Center. He was 87. Born March 20, 1913 to August and Alma Lunsroth in Bellingham, he was a lifetime Whatcom County resident. Mr. Lunstroth operated a farm on East Smith Road. His brothers and sisters died previously. Arrangements are by American Memorial of Renton.
LUSK, Etta - Memorial service for Etta "Grandma," age 83 of 4366 Deming Rd., Everson, will be Fri., June 5, 1 p.m., Jones Funeral Home with Lewin Clefisch, pastor officiating. Cremation Greenacres Crematorium. Mrs. Lusk passed away Mon. June 1, 1981. She is survived by 3 sons, Bill and wife Carol Lusk of Long Beach, Calif., Don and wife Marie Lusk of Bellevue, Jim and wife Pat Lush of Everson; 6 grandchildren; 9 great-grandchildren; 1 brother Guy and wife Ruth Martin of Arlington; 1 sister, Rita Gilliam of Seattle. She had been a resident of Whatcom County most of her life.
LUTTRELL, Winston Lavern, "Vern," 65, passed away on 3/23/06. Vern is survived by his loving wife Lyanna; their three sons Matthew, Michael and Mark, their spouses; and grandchildren Amy, Koty, Samuel, and Cassandra; and his sister Leona.
LYLE, Rhoda J. - A graveside service for Rhode J. Lyle, lifelong Bellingham resident, will be at 2:30 p.m. Thursday at Greenacres Memorial Park with the Rev. Skip Suess officiating. Mrs. Lyle died Monday, July 28, 1997, at St. Joseph Hospital. She was 85. Born March 24, 1912, to Charles and Roxanna Bignell Cox, she graduated from Whatcom High School in 1930. She married Rolland Lyle in 1934. He died in 1990. Mrs. Lyle co-owned Leader Sandwich Shop with her first husband. She also worked as a licensed practical nurse. She married George Wheeler in 1992. Survivors include her husband of Ankar Park; sons Gregory Lyle of Ferndale, Loren Lyle of Shelton and Jerry Lyle; sister Letitia Wood of Bellingham; brother Glen Cox of Baltimore; two grandchildren; and numerous other relatives.
LYNN, Tom M., aged 64 years, passed away at his home in the Daylight Block, Tuesday, December 3, (1940) following a short illness. Mr. Lynn had resided here for the past forty-six years and at the time of his passing was engaged in the insurance business. Private funeral services were conducted at the Harlow-Hollingsworth Chapel by the Rev. James E. Milligan, Thursday, December 5 at 10:30 a.m., followed by cremation.
LYON, James Kenneth - Visitation for James Kenneth Lyon of Lynden will be f rom 1 to 9 p.m. Monday and 9 a.m. to noon Tuesday. Burial will be at 1:15 p.m. Tuesday in Monumenta Cemetery, followed by a memorial service at 2 p.m. at Faith Reformed Church in Lynden with Pastors Dick Vriesman and Al Honken officiating. Mr. Lyon died Friday, Jan. 10, 1997, at Birch Bend Adult Care Home in Lynden. He was 84. Born Feb. 29, 1912, to James W. and Nellie York Lyon in Algona, Iowa, he grew up in Iowa. He moved to California where he married Grace DeGroot in Artesia on Feb. 24, 1938. In 1961, they moved to Lynden, where they farmed on the Bartlett Road. Nellie Lyon died in 1982. Mr. Lyon later married Toni Van Weerdhuizen Houg on Sept. 21, 1982, in Lynden. A member and former elder, deacon and Bible teacher at Faith Reformed Church, he also enjoyed bowling, pool, bocce and gardening. In addition to his parents and his first wife, he was preceded in death by three sisters and one brother. Survivors include his wife; sons James Lyon of Perth, Australia, and John Lyon of Bellingham; daughters Ruth Starkenburg of Lynden and Joan Kramer of Vernon, B.C.; step-daughters Sarah VanerLaan of Florida, Nelia Rupke of Lynden, Marlene Dekker of Grand Rapids, Mich., Janet VanderYacht of Lynden and Phyllis Lebo of Port Orchard; brothers Dale Lyon of Portland, Ore., and Jack Lyon of Artesia, Calif.; sister Inez Williams of Lyle, Wash.; 33 grandchildren; and 24 great-grandchildren. Arrangements by Gillies Funeral Home and Cremation Services.
LYST, Wilton W., age 85, of 3201 Goshen Rd., passed away Wed., June 27, 1979. A resident of Whatcom
County for the past 74 years and was a member of Nooksack Valley Lodge No. 105 F&AM. Mr. Lyst was
preceded in death by his wife, Edith in 1968. He is survived by 1 daughter, Alice Sperry and son-in-law, Floyd Sperry of B'ham; 1 granddaughter, Peggy Joy of B'ham; 2 great grandchildren, Nancy and Jim Joy; several other relatives. Funeral services will be conducted Mon., July 2 at 1:30 p.m. in Moles Funeral Chapel with Rev. Neil Higbee officiating. Masonic service will be conducted by Nooksack Valley Lodge No. 105 F&AM at Greenacres Memorial Park.
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Bernice (Bonnie) Gertrude Marshall Ledray passed away peacefully with family by her side on February 4, 2020.
Bonnie was born on December 20, 1926 to Thomas Jefferson Marshall and Elizabeth Hilda (O'Leary) Marshall in Oakland, California. She had two younger brothers, Leonard and Richard Marshall. Bonnie grew up, as she proudly liked to say, "In the Bay Area". She was also proud to be a third generation "California Girl". From the beginning she was a caring person as both her parents and her brother Leonard were hard of hearing. She was their ears and their translator, and she recalls giving her parents the news that she heard on the family radio that Pearl Harbor had been attacked. Bonnie loved spending time with family and friends and devoted herself to her Catholic faith and education. She was always learning "on-going Necessary Life Skills" such as sailing lessons and computer classes in her earnest attempt to keep up with the challenges of technology. In 1961 Bonnie graduated top in her class at Everett Community College receiving "The Highest Woman Scholar Award" from the American Association of University women. Bonnie enrolled at Western Washington University in Bellingham, WA and graduated, "Cum Laude" with a degree in Business Education and Economics. However, her career "highlight" was Executive Secretary to the President at Western Washington University. Bonnie also worked for the Archives Department at WWU as Records Officer. She retired officially from WWU in 1986 but went on to a consulting job for the State of Washington to develop The Records Management Manual and General Records Retention Schedule for Community Colleges, for which she received the Distinguished Service Award from Governor Booth
Gardner and the Secretary of State. Bonnie loved writing professionally and creatively for her career and family. She was awarded the Certificate of Appreciation from the State of Washington and the division of Archives and Records Management in 1987 for her skills and dedicated work in helping to compile the Records Management Manual for the Washington State Community College System. Her creative writings ranged from poems and customs "Graces" for family gatherings to birthday and "Life Events" cards which were not just a card but a card with individual messages of love and support and a dash of Bonnie's own special wisdom. Bonnie became an advocate for Women's Rights and was a strong role model – "going to bat" and speaking up for her daughters and herself when something wasn't fair or equal. Bonnie was a supporter of Whatcom Symphony Orchestra which she loved to attend with her grandson, Christopher and his mother. She frequently attended shows at the Mount Baker theatre with her daughters and loved anything connected with the Big Band/Greatest Generation era! Another favorite hobby, sailing with her husband Vince and son James, required much courage and skill to survive their voyages "out and about" in Bellingham Bay and dockings under the commend of Captain Vince who took much pride in maneuvering "the Cygnet" by "Sail only" all the way to the dock. Bonnie also loved to travel! When she and Vince were both finally "officially" retired they happily transformed into Snow Geese and traveled in their "Notorious 5th Wheel" to Arizona, stopping in Nevada for a little gambling and checking out promising looking garage sales along the way. They enjoyed travels to Alaska, Hong Kong, cruising the Caribbean, and many trips to Hawaii. Bonnie traveled with her daughters to England, Scotland, Wales, and Mexico. She attended many WWII 401st BG Reunions with her daughters, son, and great granddaughters which were held throughout the United
States (husband Vince was a B-17 pilot and was stationed in England with the 401st Bomb Group). Friends were important to Bonnie and she was a loving and faithful member of two very special groups – The Western WA University "Breakfast Club" which was a group consisting of women who had all worked at Western WA University and met every Saturday morning for many years, and the St. Joe's Hospital Cardio Workout "Lunch Brunch" Club which met twice a week for a long enough time to become well known in the hospital cafeteria as the group which discovered the secret that "Laughter is the Best Medicine".
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Edith was preceded in death by her husband Roy Leonard. She is survived by daughter Karen (Tom Jessup) Zuther and their children Nikita and Natasha of Bellingham, WA; daughter Margaret (Gary) Hardiman of Wilton, CT; step-son Robert (Wendy) Leonard of Houston, TX and their children Robert, Thomas and Emily; step-daughter Connie Leonard of Los Angeles, CA; sister Nancy Campbell of Kennewick, WA; sister Janet Nobles and brother J. D. Gilmore of TX. In addition, Edith leaves behind many loving and devoted friends. She will be dearly missed. Services will be held in Trinity Episcopal Church in Lawrence, KS at 3:00 p.m. on July 31st.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 16 May 1978) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.
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Mr. Lettice was a member of the Bellingham Country Club and the Kiwanis Club of Bellingham. Survivors include his wife of the family home; sons, Dr. John J. of Atherton, CA, Patrick C. and Alan M. of San Francisco, and Colin A. of Carson City, NV; a sister, Margaret Phillips of Tampa, FL; and four grandchildren. Mr. Lettice was predeceased by his eldest son, June 1994, "Michael" William J. Lettice III. Rosary Thurs. Jan. 18th, 7 p.m., Jones-Moles Funeral Home Chapel, Lakeway and Yew Streets, Bellingham. Mass For The Dead Friday, Jan. 19th, 10 a.m., Assumption Church , 2116 Cornwall Ave., Bellingham. Jones-Moles Funeral Home.
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Preceded in death by his parents and brother, John R. Leverett, he is survived by brother, H. Vic Leverett, Jr. of Bellingham; nephews Neil Grant Leverett, John Robinson Leverett, Jr. and Vincent Mark Leverett of Gig Harbor and H. Victor Leverett III of New York City; sister-in-law, Suzanne Grant Leverett of Gig Harbor; and valued friends Richard K. Turner, Rudolph and Kathleen Geri, John Stanovich and Troy and Cyndi Nutter all of Bellingham. Greenacres Funeral Home & Crematorium.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 19 Jun 1996) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.
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(From The Bellingham Herald, 15 Jan 1973) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.
Fred is preceded in death by his father, mother and faithful dog of seventeen years, Charlie. He is survived by his wife of 46 years, Mary Jo; daughter Kristi Tyran (Craig) of Bellingham; sons Steve (Colleen) of Colorado Springs, CO; Mark of Stockton, CA; and Paul (Linda) of Ridgefield, WA; sister Ellen Butt of Yarmouth Port, MA; grandchildren Ashley, Michael and Steve Lewis, Courtney Welch, Anna and Ben Lewis, Emma Lewis and Serena Tyran; and extended family members Colleen Reding, Amy Hankinson and Heidi Van Brocklin. A celebration of Fred's life will be held at the Unity Church on Saturday, October 16, 2004 at 11 a.m.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 16 Oct 2004) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.
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(From The Bellingham Herald 28 Apr 1975) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.
Besides the untimely deaths of her mother; son, Duane; husband, David and great-granddaughter Seraphine; Mom was pre-deceased by her father; brothers, Clarence, Frank, Edward, Jacob, Peter, Bill and John; sisters, Kate and Effie; and brother-in-law, Calvin Likkel. She is survived by sons, Ken (Pam) Likkel; Fred (Sue) Likkel, both of Lynden; daughters, Nancy Zylstra, Sally (Mike) Engels, Joan (Rick) VanderGiessen all of Lynden, and Luanne (Dean) DeBoer of Custer. Also 24 loved and adored grandchildren, and 13 beautiful great-grandchildren. Sisters, Harriet (Elmer) Kaemingk, Bertha (Frank) Monks, and Lena (Marv) Kok and brother, Eugene (Elsie) Roosma; brothers and sisters-in-law, Bill Bode of Lynden, Roger (Bernita) Likkel of Battle Creek, MI, Ivan (Kay) Likkel, Stan (Lois) Likkel of Takysie Lake, B.C., Lorraine (Bud) Brouwer of Bellingham; Millie Likkel, Johanna Roosma, Frieda (John) Nyland all of Lynden, numerous cousins, nieces and nephews.
(From The Bellingham Herald, September 2, 1999)
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(From The Bellingham Herald) 15 Jan 1957) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.
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(From The Blaine Journal, December 2, 1937) Submitted by John Rauch, typed by Merrily Lawson.
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(From The Bellingham Herald, 12 Jul 1979) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.
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(From The Bellingham Herald, 10 May 1977) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.
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(From The Bellingham Herald, 20 May 1976) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.
(From The Morning Reveille, July 14, 1908)
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(From The Bellingham Herald, 22 Sep 1978) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.
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(From The Bellingham Herald Saturday, January 11, 1992)
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(From The Bellingham Herald, 1 Jul 1979) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.